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Council votes 12-0 on lawsuits over Extended Stay America hotel contract

The motion follows private legal advice about two Torrance court cases tied to a city housing services agreement.

City Council· posted Jun 2Vote

The City Council approved a motion dealing with the city's potential legal exposure in two lawsuits against Extended Stay America connected to a professional services agreement with the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. Twelve members voted yes and three were absent, and the mayor signed the file on July 8, 2026.

What happens next

Mayor approved the file; no further action listed · Jul 8

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Katy Yaroslavsky

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