Press Releases
Statement on selection of architect for potential Los Angeles Convention Center West Hall replacement
June 29th, 2011
Los Angeles—Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry issued the following statement on the selection of Populous as the Architect of Record to design a potential new convention hall over Pico Boulevard to replace the existing West Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center: “Populous has an impressive resume that demonstrates
Read More »Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry Seeks Report on Economic Impact of Convention Business on Local Economy
June 16th, 2011
Requests Convention Center Executives & LA Inc. to Report on Local Impact of 2011 E3 Expo & Upcoming Microsoft Expo LOS ANGELES, CA – Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry introduced a motion today instructing the general managers of the Los Angeles Convention Center and LA Convention and Visitors Bureau
Read More »Councilwoman Perry announces $75,000 reward for information in death of toddler in South Los Angeles
May 26th, 2011
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding the Person(s) Responsible for death of 22-month old, Joshua Montes LOS ANGELES, CA – The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a motion authored by Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry that authorized the issuance of a $75,000 reward for information leading to the
Read More »Councilwoman Perry introduces Feed in Tariff Pilot Program motion at Los Angeles City Council
May 3rd, 2011
Feed in Tariff Pilot Program Seeks to Assist LA DWP to Achieve Renewable Energy Goals Los Angeles— Councilwoman Jan Perry has introduced a motion to implement a 75 Mega Watt Feed in Tariff (FiT) Pilot Program at the City of Los Angeles. The motion asks the Department of Water and
Read More »Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry Celebrates Opening of South Los Angeles Wetland Pocket Park
April 1st, 2011
First Phase of 9-acre, Sustainable Nature Park and Community Center Opens at former MTA bus yard; Project Represents $26 Million in Investment in South LA LOS ANGELES—Today Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry joined city officials and community stakeholders for a grand opening ceremony of a pocket park at 54th
Read More »Los Angeles City Council approves final key elements of landmark Wilshire Grand redevelopment in downtown
March 29th, 2011
Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry Applauds Development as an Economic Stimulus for Local Economy LOS ANGELES – The $1.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment proposal for downtown’s Wilshire Grand Hotel today received the last key approvals from the Los Angeles City Council allowing this dynamic project to proceed. Located in the
Read More »Councilwoman Perry honors LA Philharmonic legend with dedication of Ernest Fleischmann Square
March 29th, 2011
Square Serves as a Tribute to the Legacy of the Former Managing Director of the LA Phil Los Angeles—Former Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) Managing Director, Ernest Fleischmann, was posthumously honored by Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry when she unveiled Ernest Fleischmann Square alongside County Supervisor Gloria Molina, Esa-Pekka
Read More »Councilmembers Perry & Parks Spearhead Fundraising Drive for Japan Earthquake Victims:
March 16th, 2011
Donors Can Drive-Up and Drop of Donations in Front of City Hall; Funds will Aid Red Cross Efforts in Japan WHAT: Los Angeles City Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry and Councilmember Bernard C. Parks will hold a fundraising drive to assist the American Red Cross with their disaster relief
Read More »Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry to join community partners in groundbreaking at historic Paul Williams YMCA in South LA
February 23rd, 2011
Clifford Beers Housing (CBH) and Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) Partner to Bring Supportive Housing the historic Central Avenue Community LOS ANGELES, CA – Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry will join Clifford Beers Housing (CBH) and Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) for the groundbreaking of the 28thStreet Apartments at
Read More »COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE JAN PERRY HONORS LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENT
February 17th, 2011
The U.S. Green Building Council Awards the Los Angeles Convention Center the highly coveted Gold level Certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Buildings LOS ANGELES, CA – Council President Pro Tempore Jan Perry will recognize the staff of the Los Angeles Convention Center in City Council
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