Care-first budgeting

Remote caller said he didn't feel safe entering the building and criticized the budget for prioritizing criminal systems over care.

Reimagined LA coalition member called for eliminating sheriff/probation vacancies, freezing law enforcement budgets, and funding public defenders.

Urban Peace Institute rep said the county invests $7 million in TPI versus the city's $40 million in GRYD, and asked the board to back care-first with real money.

LA Black Workers Center rep said budget priorities reflect values and called for freezing law enforcement budgets and investing in Black communities.

Social Impact Center director said care-first was a promise, not a slogan, and demanded law enforcement spending freeze.

La Defensa director said community organizations saving lives are underfunded while sheriff and probation get billions.

Criticized the 10-minute budget presentation and the DA's funding ask, calling for defunding probation and sheriff.

Inclusive Action rep said the county needs to reprioritize, not just claim no money, and fund guaranteed income and housing relief.

Urban Peace Institute rep called for funding the Department of Youth Development, diversion, and mental health instead of incarceration.