Carlsbad adopts $249.4 million budget for safety and infrastructure
Carlsbad’s fiscal 2026-27 budget raises General Fund spending 2.9% and directs money to public safety, emergency response, sidewalks and traffic planning.
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Long Beach Budget Plan Targets 413 Positions Amid $58.2 Million Gap
Long Beach’s proposed fiscal 2027 budget would address a $58.2 million shortfall by eliminating 413 positions, though 70 were restored.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea adopts housing-element amendment after state review
The Carmel City Council adopted Resolution 2026-054 on July 7, approving an amendment to the city’s certified 2023-2031 Housing Element after a state finding that the proposed changes substantially complied with housing law.
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La Mirada’s FY 2026-27 capital program includes $10.482 million in planned spending
La Mirada’s fiscal 2026-27 capital-improvement program identifies $10.482 million in planned funding, including transportation, state, federal and local sources.
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Amador City’s five-year sheriff contract will rely on COPS grant reserves
Amador City budget documents show $322,031 set aside for a new five-year public-safety contract with the Amador County Sheriff’s Office, with grant revenue and reserves covering part of the cost.
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Laguna Beach advances emergency-vehicle signal priority and wildfire technology
Laguna Beach officials told the City Council about plans for emergency-vehicle traffic-signal priority, renewed wildfire planning and exploration of high-flying drones.
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Redway water district imposes mandatory Stage II conservation as Eel River flow falls to half normal
Mandatory Stage II water conservation took effect for Redway Community Services District customers after Eel River flow fell to about half its seasonal median. A new storage tank remains under construction.
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Los Angeles County advances Valley Boulevard project with $1.11 million City of Industry share
Los Angeles County supervisors authorized a funding agreement with the City of Industry for the Avocado Heights–San Jose Hills–Valley Boulevard project, moving the work toward construction bidding.
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Studio City Riverwalk proposal remains under neighborhood review as affordable housing construction begins nearby
A proposed 814-unit mixed-use Riverwalk development remains an active Studio City neighborhood issue, while an 86-unit fully affordable project has begun construction nearby.
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La Puente weighs next steps for Central Avenue plaza after transportation-grant funding setback
The La Puente City Council discussed the proposed Central Avenue plaza and the challenges surrounding its ATP Cycle 6 planning-grant process.
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Berkeley Adopts Two-Year Budget Amid $30 Million Annual Shortfall
Berkeley City Council approved a two-year operating budget and five-year capital plan as the city confronts a projected annual general-fund gap of up to $30 million.
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Fairfield Offers $400,000 for Affordable Housing Rehabilitation
Fairfield is seeking applicants to rehabilitate existing affordable multifamily housing, with applications due Sept. 4 and projects required by June 2027.
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Modesto Walmart Proposal Moves Past Initial CEQA Review
The proposed east-side Walmart would include a 181,128-square-foot store, fuel station and two future commercial parcels at 4000 Oakdale Road.
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Richmond Council Advances $120 Million Fire-Station Bond
Richmond council unanimously advanced a $120 million bond for aging fire stations, sending the proposal toward a November 2026 vote.
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Concord Council Approves Navy Deal for 2,422-Acre Reuse Site
Concord leaders unanimously approved a Navy term sheet covering price and payment terms for the former Naval Weapons Station redevelopment.
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Vallejo budget plan targets 44 vacant positions and 10 jobs
The Vallejo City Council approved a modified budget-cut scenario aimed at a projected $10.7 million deficit, including 10 job cuts and 44 vacant positions.
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Huntington Beach Approves Overdue Housing Plan After Court Penalties
The Huntington Beach City Council approved its overdue 2021-2029 Housing Element in a 5-2 vote after state litigation and escalating court penalties.
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Oxnard Voters Will Decide on Half-Cent Sales Tax Renewal
Oxnard voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to renew an existing half-cent sales tax expected to generate about $20 million a year for city services.
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San Bernardino adopts 2026–27 budget with $104.9 million reserve
San Bernardino’s City Council approved the 2026–27 budget, preserving a projected $104.9 million General Fund reserve and directing $1 million to arts.
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California Advances Budget Request for Santa Clarita Courthouse
California’s Judicial Branch has prepared a 2027–28 budget request for a proposed 24-courtroom courthouse covering about 278,000 square feet.
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Los Angeles weighs housing-density rules affecting Sherman Oaks neighborhoods
A February 20 filing urges Los Angeles to strengthen infrastructure, fire-safety and neighborhood protections as California’s SB 79 moves toward implementation.
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SR 162 paving continues in Oroville as Caltrans warns of traffic impacts
Paving continues on State Route 162 between the Feather River Bridge and Foothill Boulevard, with completion estimated for Oct. 20, 2026.