Metro Governance Review in Light of Measure G / Ad Hoc Board Composition Committee

The Metro Board formed an ad hoc committee to review its governance in light of Measure G, approved by LA County voters in 2024. While Measure G does not change Metro’s current Board structure, it updates County governance. Metro is conducting a review to ensure continued regional representation, accountability, and effective leadership. Your input is important.

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Metro is reviewing the composition of its Board of Directors to ensure it continues to provide strong regional representation, accountability, and effective transportation leadership. This effort follows the approval of Measure G by Los Angeles County voters in 2024, which updates County governance but does not change Metro’s current Board structure.

The Metro Board of Directors oversees how transportation projects and services are planned, funded, built, and operated across Los Angeles County.

The Board is composed of the five Los Angeles County Supervisors, the Mayor of Los Angeles and three mayoral appointees, representatives from other cities across the County, and a non-voting state representative. This structure is designed to balance regional perspectives in decision-making.

As Los Angeles County governance evolves, including the future expansion of the Board of Supervisors and the establishment of an elected County Executive, the Metro Board has directed staff to provide background information and support a thoughtful discussion this spring.

Metro is now gathering feedback from residents, stakeholders, and partners to help inform this review.

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This spring, Metro will host a series of Community Listening Sessions, inviting residents to share their perspectives on who they believe should represent them on the Metro Board and help guide public transit decisions across Los Angeles County. Get started now by taking the survey.

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Get a clear understanding of the Metro Board Composition Review and why it matters to you. Learn how decisions about transportation are made across Los Angeles County and how potential changes could affect your community, your commute, and future transit investments. This overview breaks down what’s being reviewed, why now, and how this process connects to broader County governance changes so you can stay informed and engaged.

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Join a Community Listening Session to hear directly from Metro, ask questions, and share your perspective. These sessions are designed to make it easy to understand what’s being reviewed and why it matters, while creating space for meaningful input. Your participation helps ensure a range of community voices are heard as Metro considers how its governance structure may evolve.

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Take a few minutes to share your input through the online survey. Your feedback will help inform how Metro’s governance framework can continue to support accountability, reflect communities across the region, and guide decisions that impact daily travel. Responses from residents, stakeholders, and partners will play a role in shaping how Metro evaluates potential updates moving forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Measure G and what could it mean for Metro’s future?

Measure G is a Los Angeles County charter amendment approved by voters in November 2024. It creates an elected County CEO beginning in 2028 and expands the Board of Supervisors from five to nine members in 2032. Because Supervisors serve on the Metro Board, these changes may affect regional representation. Metro’s Governance Review is exploring whether adjustments are needed to maintain balanced oversight.

Why is Metro reviewing its governance?

As County governance evolves under Measure G, Metro is reviewing its Board composition to ensure it continues to provide strong regional representation, accountability, and effective oversight. Metro is seeking public input to help inform this review.

Is Metro changing its Board right now?

No changes have been made. An Ad Hoc Board Composition Committee has been established to guide a locally-informed recommendation around any possible changes to Metro’s governance. The Committee will review public input and governance considerations and may develop recommendations for the full Board’s consideration. Any change to the composition of the Metro Board would require State legislation and action.

What does the Metro Board do and who serves on it?

The Metro Board provides policy direction and oversight for the region’s transportation system, including setting priorities, approving budgets, authorizing major projects, overseeing performance, and appointing the CEO. It includes five County Supervisors, the Mayor of Los Angeles, three mayoral appointees (including a City Councilmember), four city representatives selected by the County’s cities, and one non-voting state representative.

How does the Los Angeles County City Selection Committee appoint its Metro Board members?

The Los Angeles County City Selection Committee is composed of representatives from the 87 cities in Los Angeles County (excluding the City of Los Angeles). The Committee is organized into four geographic subregions, North County / San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, Gateway Cities and the South Bay / Westside. Each subregion selects one representative to serve on the Metro Board. The selection process is conducted in accordance with state law and the Committee’s bylaws, and voting is weighted based on city population.

When will decisions be made?

The Ad Hoc Board Composition Committee will review input and study governance considerations over the coming months. Any recommendations would be presented publicly and considered through Metro’s established decision-making process. If changes to Board composition are pursued, State legislative action would be required.

How can I get more involved with Metro?

There are many ways to get involved and help shape transportation decisions across Los Angeles County. Members of the public can attend and provide comment at Metro Board and Committee meetings, participate in community meetings for specific projects, and submit feedback online. Metro also has several advisory bodies that provide input to the Board on service, safety, accessibility, equity, and policy matters. This includes five regional Service Councils (Gateway Cities, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, South Bay, and Westside/Central), the Public Safety Advisory Committee, the Accessibility Advisory Committee, the Youth Council, and the Women and Girls Governing Council. Information about meetings, recruitment opportunities, and ways to participate is available at metro.net.

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