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Embattled homeless services agency faces greater control from city of Los Angeles

City moves to gain a majority on LAHSA's oversight board as county funding winds down.
New plan would streamline contracting, payment systems, data, and performance tracking for LAHSA.
The measures were approved by the Housing and Homelessness Committee and move to full council.
Bass argues changes are needed to prevent service disruption as LAHSA transitions.
City would begin taking over administrative duties where feasible to ensure continuity.
LAHSA’s finances face scrutiny, including a federal audit and internal control concerns.
July 1 marks a milestone as the city becomes the primary funder of LAHSA.
Raman and McOsker proposals push different angles but seek city oversight without fully dismantling LAHSA.
LAHSA layoffs totaling more than 250 employees add to ongoing concerns about performance.
The city anticipates new governance could begin within 30 days for some actions.

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