Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in West Hollywood public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in business jobs
Business Support & Retention Measures
Demand overwhelmed the original $250,000 restaurant grant program — 43 businesses qualified but only 22 got funded. The Council added $1.55 million to cover 20 waitlisted applicants, fund technical assistance, and launch a second round where restaurants can receive up to $12,500.
Rainbow District Sidewalk Vending Pilot Program
The council told staff to design a pilot helping sidewalk vendors become licensed, permitted businesses, now including non-food vendors. It aims to bring informal vendors into the legal economy while addressing sanitation, accessibility and worker protections.