Key facts
- A Los Angeles Superior Court judge upheld a long-term agreement between Inglewood and a billboard company.
- Hollywood Park had argued the agreement was unenforceable because it was adopted via a voter initiative.
- The court ruled that the agreement did not violate the law.
- Hollywood Park plans to appeal the decision.
- Inglewood is currently hosting World Cup events at SoFi Stadium.
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge has upheld a long-term agreement between the city of Inglewood and a billboard company, rejecting a challenge brought by Hollywood Park. The ruling, dated Tuesday, affirmed that the agreement did not violate the law, countering Hollywood Park's argument that it was unenforceable because it was adopted through a voter initiative rather than a legislative body.
Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts described Hollywood Park as a "great partner" and stated that the litigation has not impacted the city's enthusiasm for hosting World Cup events at SoFi Stadium. He expressed confidence that any outstanding issues would be resolved through negotiation.