The City Council is expected Tuesday to consider a proposed ordinance to dissolve the Affordable Housing Commission and give its responsibilities to the Rent Adjustment Commission.

On Tuesday’s agenda, council members will consider the ordinance that if approved would serve to formalize a recommendation proposed by Mayor Karen Bass. Earlier this year, Bass called for the consolidation of four departments and the reduction of commissions to reduce budget strains caused by overspending, lower-than-expected tax revenue and other challenges.

The Affordable Housing Commission consists of seven members appointed by the mayor, who advise the city’s leadership on affordable housing issues. Members make policy recommendations on such issues as the creation of more housing, reviewing government pl

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