The City Council conducted deliberations on the operating and capital budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Public comments were heard regarding the allocation of funds for policing, housing affordability, and the startup costs for a rent stabilization ordinance. The Council also discussed rate increases for the solid waste fund, specifically addressing the proposal to utilize enterprise fund reserves versus charging ratepayers directly, ultimately moving toward a recommendation to avoid the use of these reserves.
Jun 16, 2026·
Enterprise
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The City Council conducted a regular meeting covering several administrative and legislative items. Key discussions included an ordinance to extend the transient occupancy tax monthly remittance period, a lease agreement for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration at the airport, and the authorization of a utility easement for electric vehicle charging infrastructure at the Harbor Main parking lot. The council also addressed the intent to levy parking and business improvement area assessment rates, the rehabilitation of the Gibraltar reservoir caretaker's residence, and conducted a public hearing regarding the urban water management plan and water storage contingency plan. Additionally, members of the public provided comments on the Solstice Parade, the future of the trapeze program at Plaza Vera Cruz, and concerns regarding the current state and management of State Street.
Oct 21, 2025·Board meeting
Finance Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the general fund multi-year forecast, focusing on revenue pressures, rising expenditures, and budget-balancing options. Key discussion points included staff-recommended tiers for revenue-generating and cost-control actions, public comments regarding library funding and staffing impacts, and a potential increase in the cannabis tax rate to 20%. The committee also addressed automation of parking lots, short-term vacation rental policies, and potential updates to the real property transfer tax.
