Hotel tax (Measure L)
Where it standsThe council placed Measure L, a proposed 12% tax on hotel and motel guests, on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
What's on the tableIf voters approve it, the next council will handle the new General Fund revenue and the city's spending priorities.
- The City Council placed Measure L on the November 3, 2026 ballot for voters to decide. City of Lynwood ↗
- The city estimates the tax would raise about $751,000 a year for the General Fund. City of Lynwood ↗
- Measure L takes effect only if approved by a majority of Lynwood voters, and the rate is capped at 12%. City of Lynwood ↗
Affordable housing
Where it standsIn August 2026 the council reallocated $1.8 million in HOME Program funds toward affordable housing.
What's on the tableThe next council will decide how to use housing funds, including rental assistance and affordable housing development.
Public safety and sheriff services
Where it standsThe council receives regular Sheriff's Department reports on street takeovers, burglaries, robberies and other crimes.
What's on the tableThe next council will set public safety priorities and oversee how the city works with the Sheriff's Department.
- At its September 1, 2026 meeting the council received updates on Sheriff's Department enforcement related to street takeovers, robberies, burglaries, homicides and illegal gambling. City of Lynwood · Sep 1, 2026 ↗
- Public Works reported that pavement markings were refreshed around 17 school zones. City of Lynwood · Sep 1, 2026 ↗
Immigration enforcement and the Lynwood Values Act
Where it standsAn ordinance called the Lynwood Values Act was on the council's February 3, 2026 agenda for first reading.
What's on the tableThe next council will oversee how the city handles residents' sensitive information and its contracts with entities tied to federal immigration authorities.
City fees and budget
Where it standsOn September 1, 2026 the council adopted an amended Master Fee Schedule for fiscal year 2026-27.
What's on the tableThe next council will set fees for permits, services and other municipal costs in future years.
- The city noticed an August 4, 2026 public hearing to consider a Cost Allocation and Cost-Based Fee Study to update the Master Fee Schedule. City of Lynwood · Jul 22, 2026 ↗
- The adopted schedule included a refundable $1,819 appeal fee when an appeal succeeds and 50% reductions to community garden plot fees. City of Lynwood · Sep 1, 2026 ↗