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The Madison Common Council voted 14-6 to remove interim independent police monitor Meeka Glass after a marathon meeting that began Tuesday evening and ran past 7 a.m. Wednesday, with public comment lasting over seven hours and about 140 people registered to speak. The removal resolution, introduced by Alder Ochowicz, cited concerns over Glass's handling of her duties, including hiring for the permanent monitor role. Glass disputed the allegations and accused the mayor, city attorney, and HR director of misconduct, while the Police Civilian Oversight Board had recently rated her performance highly. The vote follows months of conflict involving a police altercation, a restraining order, and ongoing litigation over a fatal police shooting.

Boyle Heights and Arts District residents are uniting to push Los Angeles officials to designate an anti-camping zone around Sixth Street PARC, the park under construction beneath the 6th Street Bridge that is slated to open next year. The Boyle Heights Neighborhood Council voted 13-1 to back a petition started by Arts District residents, joining the Arts District Little Tokyo Neighborhood Council and the downtown LA Residents Association in urging Councilmember Ysabel Jurado, Mayor Karen Bass, and city staff to establish the zone and a security plan.

Anti-camping zones, created under Los Angeles Municipal Code 41.18, prohibit sitting, lying, or sleeping in designated public areas and require council approval. Supporters note the city already approved a 41.18 zone for the bridge itself in 2024 and want it extended to the park below. Jurado said her office is reviewing the boundaries and called for broader dialogue on homelessness and safety. The push contrasts with recent moves elsewhere in LA, including Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez's repeal of 12 anti-camping zones in his district over concerns the ordinance hampers housing efforts.

Multiple Madison Common Council members say they will back a resolution from District 2 Alder Will Ochowicz to terminate the appointment of Interim Independent Police Monitor Aeiramique Glass. District 13 Alder Tag Evers confirmed support, and another alder who spoke anonymously said the move was overdue.

The resolution cites city memoranda raising concerns about Glass's failure to complete core duties, chiefly hiring a permanent independent monitor, and argues this constitutes a breach of contract. Glass was hired in late 2025, with her term originally set to end by mid-to-late 2026; the council extended her appointment in June. City Attorney Michael Haas says the council has authority to end the provisional appointment, a view disputed by the Police Civilian Oversight Board, whose vice chair argues only the board can hire or fire the monitor. Common Council VP Carmella Glenn and Alder Julia Matthews were the only two to oppose introducing the resolution. If passed, the Common Council Chief of Staff would oversee the monitor's office until a permanent hire is made.