Los Angeles Mayor Appoints New Chief Housing and Homelessness Officer

Lourdes Castro Ramírez is the new chief housing and homelessness officer in Los Angeles according to an announcement from Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Oct. 2, 2023. Courtesy of the Business, Consumer Services, and Housing Agency

LOS ANGELES—Lourdes Castro Ramírez, secretary of the California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, will take over the position as chief housing and homelessness officer, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass announced on Oct. 2.

Ms. Castro Ramírez will begin her appointment on Nov. 6, replacing Mercedes Márquez, who currently holds the position. According to Ms. Bass’ office, the decision to appoint Ms. Castro Ramírez is part of a planned transition due to federal retiree rules.