PSS Commission

The Public Social Services Commission is a 15-member body of private citizens that are knowledgeable and interested in matters related to public welfare. They consult with and advise the Director of Public Social Services and the County Board of Supervisors on matters relating to the provision of Public Social Services. Each Supervisorial District appoints three Commissioners who serve a two year term. The Commission meets monthly to discuss, examine and evaluate public welfare issues and the programs administered by DPSS.

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Commission Responsibilities

Consult with and advise the Director of Public Social Services and the County Board of Supervisors on all matters relating to the provision of Public Social Services.
Conduct studies, public hearings, and review proposed federal, State, and local legislation and regulations.
Make recommendations to promote effective, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of departmental services.

Commission Members

1st Supervisorial District

Adele Andrade-Stadler
Andrew Yam
Christine Salazar

2nd Supervisorial District

Booker Pearson
Dynasty Taylor
Summer McBride (Chairperson)

3rd Supervisorial District

Genevieve Riutort
Joni Byun
Yvonne Chan, Ed.D.

4th Supervisorial District

Sam Joo
Sue ElHessen, Ed.D. (Vice-Chairperson)
Veronica Lewis

5th Supervisorial District

Juan Leaños
Mihran Kalaydjian
Pollyanna Lee

Committees of the Commission

The Commission for Public Social Services has established the following committees:

By-laws Ad-Hoc Committee

The Committee’s goal is to review the bylaws and recommend revisions to reflect Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion per the Board/Countywide initiative.

Committee Chair: Adele Andrade-Stadler

Work Plan / Goals Ad-Hoc Committee

The Committee's goal is to establish Commission goals and outcomes for the Work Plan.

Committee Chair: Sue ElHessen, Ed. D

Committee on Performance Awards

The Committee’s goal is to recognize meritorious individuals and organizations that have made a significant contribution to the provision of public social services to the citizens of the County of Los Angeles. The Committee recognizes such individuals and organizations at its Annual Commission Awards Ceremony and on other occasions, as appropriate. The Committee meets on an "as-needed basis."

Committee Chair: TBD