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Budget & taxes in California local government

What California city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.

11,650 California meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.

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Norwalk, CA · Thu Dec 31, 2026 · Testing Spanish agn & font

Norwalk City Council considers infrastructure contracts and budget amendments

The City Council will meet for a closed session regarding legal litigation followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include awarding construction contracts for I-605 roadwork, the Norwalk Transit Village, and wastewater pump station rehabilitation.

Bakersfield, CA · Mon Nov 23, 2026 · Finance, Economic Development and Jobs Committee

No substantive agenda items listed for the meeting

The Finance, Economic Development and Jobs Committee meeting on 2026-11-23 has no agenda items detailed in the provided document. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders without specific decisions, contracts, or hearings. No items are scheduled for discussion or vote.

Milpitas, California · Wed Aug 5, 2026 · Community Housing Commission

Commission to deliberate and approve FY 26-27 Work Plan and budget

The Community Housing Commission will review a draft Work Plan and budget for fiscal year 2026-27. The body will also receive a staff presentation on housing programs and debrief on recent tabling events.

Los Altos Hills, California · Mon Aug 3, 2026 · Finance & Investment Committee

Finance & Investment Committee cancels July 6 and August 3 meetings

The Finance and Investment Committee has canceled its regular meetings scheduled for July 6 and August 3, 2026. A special meeting has been scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

Oxnard, California · Thu Jul 30, 2026 · City Council

City Council to vote on $5.7 M fee deferral for Lockwood III Apartments

The Oxnard City Council will consider eight items on its Information/Consent agenda, including code amendments, fee agreements, grant applications, and contract changes. Council members will vote on an amended Conflict of Interest Code and on a $5,717,422.16 deferred development impact fee agreement for the Lockwood…

Long Beach, CA · Tue Jul 28, 2026 · Budget Oversight Committee

Budget Oversight Committee sets FY 27 meeting and presentation schedule

The committee is meeting to approve the schedule of topics and presentations for the FY 27 budget process. Members will also review community budget engagement opportunities and receive an educational overview of the Health and Human Services Department.

Riverside, California · Tue Jul 28, 2026 · City Council

City Council to consider historic dedesignation and rezoning on Orange Street

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the historic dedesignation of properties at 4472 and 4480 Orange Street and a boundary modification for the Prospect Place Historic District. The body will also consider various contracts for public works, police ammunition, and environmental consulting.

Inyo County, California · Tue Jul 28, 2026 · Board of Supervisors

Board to review Lower Owens River Project plan and health service contracts

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting the 2026-27 Lower Owens River Project work plan and budget. The meeting includes several health and education service contracts and a revision to the Inyo County Code regarding Road Commissioner duties.

Mendocino County, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · Assessment Appeals Board

Mendocino County Assessment Appeals Board meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026

The Assessment Appeals Board will meet to hear appeals from taxpayers regarding property assessments. The agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific cases or items for decision.

Alameda, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · Pension Board

Pension Board to review quarterly financial report

The Pension Board will meet to review the pension payroll and financial report for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The board will also consider the minutes from the April 27, 2026 meeting.

Riverside, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · Board of Public Utilities

Board considers $5 million residential energy storage rebate program

The Board of Public Utilities will discuss a new residential energy storage rebate program and updates to the City's Water Conservation Ordinance. The body is also reviewing electrical improvements at the Sugarloaf Reservoir and legal budget increases.

Gilroy, California · Mon Jul 27, 2026 · City Council

City Council to hear appeal for Tony's Smoke and Gift Shop business license

The City Council will hold an appeal hearing regarding a business license and tobacco retailer's permit for a shop on 1st Street. The body will also consider several consent items including infrastructure contracts, grant acceptance, and a downtown vacant space ordinance.

Yountville, California · Fri Jul 24, 2026 · Yountville Community Foundation

Yountville Community Foundation to review Imagine Yountville grants

The Yountville Community Foundation will review grant proposals and the 2027 application process. The board will also consider a fund reallocation request for the Farmstand Garden.

Huntington Beach, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Investment Advisory Board

Board will review the Q4 2025‑2026 investment report and approve prior minutes

The Investment Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its April 23, 2026 meeting. It will review the draft Q4 2025‑2026 investment report. An overview of a supplemental retirement program will be presented. Public comments are allowed but no action can be taken on non‑agendized items.

Salinas, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Measure E Oversight Committee

Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for a one‑year term

The Salinas Measure E Oversight Committee will vote to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair to serve for one year. It will also receive the June 30, 2026 financial report for Measure E, for which no action is required. Public comments are limited to two minutes per speaker.

Merced County, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Law Library Board

Board will consider salary adjustment for the Law Library Director in closed session

The Merced County Public Law Library Board will meet on July 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. The agenda includes public comment, library statistics and budget information, and action items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and review of annual reports. A closed session will address part‑time holiday pay, employee…

Carpinteria, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board

Board will approve $5,947 for Rincon Gateway Acquisition escrow and title fees

The Carpinteria Open Space Management Advisory Board will adopt the minutes from the June 18, 2026 meeting, hear upcoming announcements, and receive updates on Bluff projects. A key decision is the approval of $5,947 to cover escrow fees and title policy for the Rincon Gateway Acquisition. The board will also discuss…

Nevada County, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Community Corrections Partnership

Community Corrections Partnership to discuss budget framework

The Community Corrections Partnership will meet to review data and follow up on the Innovation Fund. The body is scheduled to discuss the budget framework.

Oxnard, California · Thu Jul 23, 2026 · Measure O Citizens Oversight Committee

Committee to approve FY 2026-27 Measure O budget

The Measure O Citizen Oversight Committee will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of April and May meeting minutes and adoption of the 2027 regular meeting calendar. It will also receive and file the City Council‑approved FY 2026-27 budget for Measure O. Public comments will be taken on…

Lincoln, CA · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Fiscal & Investments Oversight Committee

Committee to review investment status and quarterly treasurer's report

The Fiscal & Investments Oversight Committee will review the status of city investments and market analysis. The body will also discuss fund balance updates and the Quarterly Treasurer's Report.

Ventura County, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency Board of Directors Meeting - July 22, 2026

Board to set groundwater fees and approve 2026-27 budgets

The Fox Canyon Groundwater Management Agency Board will vote on fiscal year 2026-27 budgets for the agency and the Las Posas Valley Watermaster, approve a $100,000 agreement for a desalter feasibility study, and set new groundwater extraction and overuse assessment rates.

Needles, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

Housing Commission to review HACN budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027

The Housing Commission will receive an update from the Housing Authority of the City of Needles. The body will also review the HACN budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, for City Council approval.

Westlake Village, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council Meeting Agendas

Council to approve parking lot expansion and related improvements at 5495 Via Rocas

The Westlake Village City Council will consider Resolution No. 2465-26, which approves a planned development permit, an administrative tree permit, and a sign modification permit for expanding an existing parking lot and adding a new lot at 5495 Via Rocas (Calvary Community Church). The council will also act on a…

Cloverdale, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council

Council to adopt 2026‑27 ad valorem tax rate for employee retirement benefits

The Cloverdale City Council will vote on a resolution setting the 2026‑27 ad valorem tax rate to fund CalPERS retirement expenses. The meeting also includes approvals for an OpenGov software services agreement, a $55,000 airport security improvement budget adjustment, and a contract up to $59,064 with Vince Sigal…

Colton, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Recreation & Parks Commission

Commission to review naming applications for Colton Community Sports Park

The Recreation & Parks Commission will review applications to name the Colton Community Sports Park and close nominations for Volunteer of the Year. The body will also receive status updates on the FY 2026-2027 CSD Budget and specific capital improvement projects.

Long Beach, CA · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Southeast Resource Recovery Facility (SERRF) - Cancelled

Board to approve $5.7 M demolition contract for SERRF

The Southeast Resource Recovery Facility board will consider authorizing a demolition contract with Silverado Contractors, Inc. for up to $5,724,470. They will also approve the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting and elect a chair and vice chair. A public comment period is provided for non‑agenda items.

Huntington Beach, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Finance Commission

Discussion of Huntington Beach Sports Complex proposal

The Finance Commission will discuss a proposal for a new Huntington Beach Sports Complex. It will hear updates on HBSC concessions, a comparison of sports turf versus natural grass, and a Meadowlark subcommittee update. The commission will also discuss the city budget process and opportunities for improvement.

Healdsburg, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

Commission to receive report on Community Services FY 2026‑28 budget

The Senior Citizen Advisory Commission will receive a staff report on the Community Services department's adopted budget for fiscal years 2026‑27 ($8.9 million) and 2027‑28 ($9.1 million). It will also get an update on the Senior Center’s Older Adult Dining Program contract and discuss opportunities for fiscal year…

Healdsburg, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Arts and Culture Commission

Commission to finalize FY 2026‑27 arts workplan and review public‑art projects

The Arts and Culture Commission will discuss and finalize priority items for the Fiscal Year 2026‑27 workplan and assign committees to approved initiatives. Members will review the proposed murals for the Abel De Luna Community Center Multicultural Project. Committee updates will cover ongoing public‑art…

Irwindale, California · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council

Irwindale City Council to consider fee schedule adjustments for FY 2026-2027

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adjustment of the Schedule of Fees & Charges for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The body will also consider several contracts and a property negotiation in closed session.

Los Alamitos, CA · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers zoning change for 11021 Winners Circle

The Planning Commission will consider a request to change the land use of 11021 Winners Circle from industrial to professional office. The body will also receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Operating Budget and an update on street improvements.

Ontario, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council/Housing Authority

City Council to approve special taxes for 2026-27

The Ontario City Council will consider approving minutes, bills, and payroll for June 2026. The primary action is a set of resolutions establishing annual special taxes for Fiscal Year 2026-27 across 49 Community Facilities Districts.

Yreka, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

Council to hear and vote on Conditional Use Permit for metal shed at 403 Third St

The Yreka City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an accessory storage structure in the Historic Downtown District at 403 Third Street. The council will also act on several consent agenda items, including contract approvals and a development impact fee…

Cudahy, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

Council to vote on extending 3/4% sales tax

The Cudahy City Council will consider extending a 3/4% sales and use tax beyond its current expiration and discuss rental stabilization measures. The body will also approve routine financial reports and contracts.

Cudahy, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

Council to consider ballot measure extending the 3/4% transactions and use tax

The Cudahy City Council will vote on a ballot measure to extend the temporary three‑quarter percent transactions and use tax indefinitely until repealed by voters. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the June 2026 Local Agency Investment Fund ($5,761,597.49) and payroll demands ($1,314,108.26), and…

Wasco, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

City Council approves contracts for road repairs and software licenses

The Wasco City Council will consider approving contracts for road rehabilitation projects, software licenses, and public safety training. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss potential litigation and labor negotiations.

Wasco, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council

Wasco City Council to consider road projects and updated salary schedules

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts and an amended salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The body will also review a request for Kern County to provide services for the November 3, 2026, General Election.

Beaumont, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council Closed and Regular Session

City Council to approve $2.39 M three‑year School Resource Officer agreement

The Beaumont City Council will consider a three‑year renewal agreement with the Beaumont Unified School District to fund three School Resource Officers at a total cost of $2,390,670. The council will also act on a consent calendar that includes ratifying recent warrants, approving City Attorney invoices of $91,445.41…

Chino, CA · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · City Council on 2026-07-21 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting

City Council will adopt new zoning ordinances to implement the 2045 General Plan

The Chino City Council will consider several ordinances, including updates to the sign code and new zoning amendments required for the 2045 General Plan. It will also vote on a public‑health ordinance restricting flavored tobacco, nitrous oxide, and kratom products. Additional items include contracts for school…

South San Francisco, California · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission to review capital projects and co-sponsorships

The Commission will receive a Capital Projects Update and discuss Fiscal Year 2026-27 Co-Sponsorship Renewals. The meeting also includes a presentation on National Parks and Recreation Month.