Legislation Details

File #: 26-870    Version: 1
Type: Strategic Support Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 8/10/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 8/25/2026 Final action:
Title: 2026 General Election Statewide Ballot Measures.
Attachments: 1. Memorandum, 2. Resolution

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2026 General Election Statewide Ballot Measures.

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Adopt a resolution taking the following positions on statewide ballot measures that are qualified for the California general election on November 3, 2026, and authorize the City Manager’s Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations to issue letters of support or opposition in accordance with City Council direction.

(a) Proposition 37: Creates Loan Program for Middle-Income Buyers of Qualified New Homes. Initiative Statute - SUPPORT

(b) Proposition 39 - Prohibits Citizens From Voting Unless They Present Government-Issued Identification. Initiative Constitutional Amendment - OPPOSE

(c) Proposition 43: Limits Voters’ Ability to Raise Revenues for Local Government Services. Legislative Constitutional Amendment. - Assembly Constitutional Amendment - OPPOSE

(d) Proposition 45 - Modifies Environmental Review for Certain Projects. Initiative Statute - SUPPORT IN CONCEPT

CEQA: Not a Project, File No. PP17-010, City Organizational and Administrative Activities resulting in no changes to the physical environment. (City Manager)