Water & utilities in California local government
What California city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
3,434 California meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in California with the most water & utilities activity
- Monterey County, CA (233)
- Sweetwater Authority, CA (115)
- Santa Rosa, CA (99)
- Long Beach, CA (75)
- Palo Alto, CA (67)
- Riverside, CA (64)
- Tulare County, CA (48)
- Rialto, CA (48)
- Los Angeles, CA (42)
- Gonzales, CA (42)
- Camarillo, CA (39)
- Needles, CA (39)
Latest matching meetings
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The Bakersfield Water Board agenda for 2026-12-09 contains no listed items, contracts, or decisions. It appears to be a procedural placeholder without substantive content.
City Council to consider historic dedesignation and rezoning for 4472 and 4480 Orange Street
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the removal of historic designations and rezoning of properties on Orange Street. The body will also consider several contracts for city services, including environmental consulting and police ammunition.
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.
Council to consider applying for up to $30 million Homekey Plus grant
The Santa Rosa City Council will discuss several contract and grant items, including a $1,180,705 traffic signal contract, a $4,442,100 state water grant, and a $30 million Homekey Plus housing grant application. The council will also approve a $174,432 legal research agreement, a $1,000,000 blanket purchase order for…
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.
Malibu Wastewater Advisory Committee meeting canceled
The Wastewater Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026, has been canceled.
Harbor Commission to rotate Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
The Harbor Commission will meet to rotate its leadership positions. The body will also receive reports from three ad hoc committees.
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.
ERB to review LADWP utility laydown yard permit, CUP and variance
The Malibu Environmental Review Board will consider a follow‑up application from the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power for Coastal Development Permit No. 26‑032, Conditional Use Permit 26‑005, and Variance 26‑008. The project proposes a temporary public‑utility laydown yard at 4000 Corral Canyon Road…
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…
City Council to approve warrants and resolutions for water, sewer, and cannabis grants
The Alturas City Council will approve city warrants totaling $456,637.06 and resolutions regarding inactive utility accounts and a cannabis tax grant application. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths for new officers and a discussion on committee appointments.
Council considers ballot measure to make City Clerk and Treasurer appointive
The City Council will discuss a proposed ballot measure for the November 3, 2026 election regarding the appointment of the City Clerk and City Treasurer. The body is also reviewing a water and sewer rate study and the framework for a Measure S Oversight Committee.
City negotiates lease terms for Long Beach Amphitheater with Legends Global
The Long Beach City Council will hold a closed‑session meeting to discuss three matters. First, labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations under California Government Code §54957.6. Second, a lease negotiation for the Long Beach Amphitheater at 1051 Queens Hwy with Legends Global Arena Management, LLC…
City Council to consider sewer fees, FIFA funding, and assessment district levies
The Inglewood City Council will hold a public hearing to place delinquent sewer and refuse fees on tax rolls for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The council will also consider accepting $6.5 million in funding for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and authorizing assessments for several maintenance districts.
Council to consider General Plan amendment removing Valley Park Lane as collector road
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to the Victorville General Plan that would remove Valley Park Lane as a designated collector roadway and seek a CEQA exemption. The council will also review several Victorville Water District resolutions on new water rates, unpaid water fee assessments, and…
Council adopts zoning updates for residential, senior and multifamily housing
At this meeting the Lomita City Council will adopt two zoning‑code ordinances (Nos. 895 and 896) to update standards for planned residential, senior and multifamily housing and to revise affordable‑housing in‑lie requirements. The Council will also approve a $45,064 amendment to the City Hall remodel design contract…
Board to consider placing delinquent water and sewer fees on 2026/2027 tax rolls
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding the placement of delinquent water and sewer service fees on the tax rolls for County Service Areas No. 1 and No. 2, and the East Orosi Community Services District. The Board will also convene as the Terra Bella Sewer Maintenance District to discuss…
Council to consider appeal for home addition at 28337 Pontevedra Drive
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a residential height variation appeal and the annual sewer service charge for the Abalone Cove Sewer System. The body will also review emergency contracting for landslide mitigation and backup power repairs.
City Council to appoint Planning Commissioner and approve water services agreement
The Santa Ana City Council will hold a closed session regarding litigation and labor negotiations before reconvening for a regular session. The Council will consider appointing a Planning Commissioner, approving a water treatment services agreement, and responding to an Orange County Grand Jury report on housing…
Board to consider ordinance amendment on short‑term rentals and tax collection
The Alpine County Board of Supervisors will vote on a proposed amendment to County Code chapters 18.08 and 18.73, affecting short‑term rental definitions, the Transient Occupancy Tax, and hosting platform requirements. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda approvals, a public hearing on county job…
City Council to consider property acquisitions and multiple infrastructure contracts
The City Council will discuss the acquisition of several properties on Asmussen Avenue, Elizabeth Avenue, Dollison Drive, and Tina Street. The body is also deciding on various service contracts for engineering, water meter reading, and transit repairs.
City Council to approve $622K street rehab contract and other major actions
The Fullerton City Council and Successor Agency will hold a closed‑session briefing on two pending lawsuits and real‑property negotiations. In the regular session they will adopt an ordinance for electronic filing of campaign disclosures, accept a $463,024.18 cannabis‑tax grant for the police department, and consider…
Council to vote on eliminating elected City Auditor and City Treasurer offices
The City Council will consider a charter amendment to eliminate the elected offices of City Auditor and City Treasurer. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the implementation of the Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle Phase 2 Pilot Project.
Council to consider $13 million bond issuance for Redding School of the Arts campus
The Redding City Council will vote on a public hearing to approve a revenue bond issuance of up to $13,000,000 for the development of the Redding School of the Arts High School campus. The meeting also includes a consent calendar with routine approvals such as an amendment to the Transient Occupancy Tax, a $420,750…
City Council to consider utility bill credits and delinquent account liens
The Gridley City Council will review and approve minutes and expenditure reports, receive a presentation on the American Lung Association's park clean-up, and conduct a public hearing on delinquent Waste Management accounts. The Council will also consider authorizing a one-time $10 credit for paperless utility billing…
Board to adopt groundwater sustainability and overdraft fees under Proposition 26
The Tehama County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Board will hold public hearings on administrative and project‑management fees for the Groundwater Sustainability Agency. It will then consider two resolutions that would establish an annual Groundwater Sustainability Plan Operations and Administrative Fee…
Water Resources Agency Board meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 was cancelled
The Water Resources Agency Board of Directors had a meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026, but it was cancelled. Consequently, no agenda items were considered or decided at this time.
City Council to approve $2.08M Bellflower Park construction contract
The Adelanto City Council meeting on July 22, 2026 will consider routine consent‑calendar items, budget approvals, and subrecipient agreements. The council will vote on a construction agreement with Blue Builders, Inc. for Phase 1 of Bellflower Park, funded by a $1,000,000 grant and a $2,084,957.57 contract…
Adelanto City Council to vote on Fiscal Year 2026-27 budgets
The City Council and related agencies will consider approving the annual budgets and appropriation limits for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation and real estate negotiations.
City Council to approve $2.08 M Bellflower Park Phase I construction contract
The Adelanto City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, adopt the FY 2026‑27 budgets and appropriations limits for the city, its utility authority, and the community benefit corporation, and vote on a $2,084,957.57 construction contract for Phase I of Bellflower Park funded by a $1,000,000…
Council to adopt ordinance regulating police-directed towing, rotating tow program
The Parlier City Council will hold a public hearing for the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2026-02, which establishes a new chapter regulating police-directed towing services and creating a rotating tow program. The council will also consider a resolution adopting a policy for remote participation and…
Seaside City Council discusses pay increases and personnel code updates
The City Council will consider an ordinance to increase compensation for the Mayor and Council members, including a plan for repayment of overpayments. Other items include amending the municipal code regarding personnel administration and water service connections.
Committee reviews water delivery agreement and climate reports
The Resources Committee will review a proposed Signal Hill Water Delivery Agreement. The meeting also includes receiving and filing reports regarding the California Climate Action Corps and CLIMATE Network.
Commission considers water infrastructure contracts and utility service agreements
The Commission will review several contract awards for water works materials, vehicle purchases, and engineering services. The agenda also includes discussions on a college partnership, an affordability study, and utility bill printing services.
Board discusses water supply updates and major infrastructure funding
The Board of Public Utilities will review water and recycled water supply issues. The agenda includes several consent items regarding equipment maintenance, software licensing, and property acquisition for reservoir relocation.
Committee hears presentation on Greenway Connectivity Study outreach
The Waterways Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from Transportation and Public Works staff on public outreach for the Greenway Connectivity Study, which aims to link the Prince Memorial Greenway and future Southeast Greenway. The study is funded by a federal Thriving Communities technical assistance…
Utilities Committee to discuss recycled water
The Utilities Committee will meet to receive a verbal report regarding recycled water. The meeting also includes a summary of actions from the May 14, 2026, meeting.
Discussion on inter‑basin coordination for groundwater in North Sacramento River corridor
The Technical Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 and approve the May 29, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will receive updates on current groundwater conditions, the Butte Subbasin evaluation, and the county well and septic ordinance. A presentation will discuss inter‑basin coordination for…
Committee approved $234.9M early‑care grant amendment and multiple property deals
The Budget and Finance Committee recommended and adopted several resolutions, including a second amendment to the Children’s Council of San Francisco grant increasing the total to $234,891,608 for early care workforce services. It also approved a real‑property purchase from PG&E at 5000 Hunters Point Boulevard for…
City Council considers various ordinances, contracts, and grant appropriations
The Bakersfield City Council is reviewing several items including land annexation, municipal code amendments, and multiple single-source procurement requests. The agenda also includes a $11.9 million grant for the MLK Jr. Park Re-Imagining and Revitalization Project.