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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

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Staff

Interim Executive Director
Miguel Barrios

Commission Secretary
Michelle Ngo Ung

Contact Us

Email questions or comments about the Commission for Public Social Services to:

PSS_Commission@dpss.lacounty.gov