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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdopt Resolution No. 2026-06 Approving the 2026 Huntington B y-r> ��t1tINGT 2000 Main Street, of c4. ,,a Huntington Beach,CA ""o =0 92648 City of Huntington Beach ' ,� APPROVED 6-0-1 �� (GRUEL-ABSENT) "S UN NC � File #: 26-130 MEETING DATE: 2/17/2026 REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager BY: Shannon Levin, Council Policy PREPARED Analyst Subject: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-06 Approving the 2026 Huntington Beach Legislative Platform Statement of Issue: If adopted, the 2026 Huntington Beach Legislative Platform will outline the City's positions on a variety of legislative priorities and guide the City's support or opposition to local, state, and federal legislation and funding opportunities. Financial Impact: Not applicable Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-06, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach Adopting the City of Huntington Beach Legislative Platform." Alternative Action(s): Do not approve, and direct staff otherwise. Analysis: The City engages in legislative advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels to protect and advance the interests of its residents and businesses. To support these efforts, staff has prepared a Legislative Platform that articulates the City's positions on key policy issues and serves as guidance for supporting or opposing legislation in a timely and strategic manner. The Legislative Platform may be amended annually to reflect City Council priorities. The proposed 2026 Legislative Platform was recommended for approval by the Intergovernmental Relations Committee (IRC) on February 9, 2026, and includes the following priorities: • Business and Economy • Local Control • Infrastructure & Mobility • Public Safety Staff will monitor and review legislation on which the City has taken or may take a position. Should an City of Huntington Beach Page 1 of 2 Printed on 2/11/2026 powered by Legistar" File#: 26-130 MEETING DATE: 2/17/2026 issue arise that requires action and is not addressed in the Legislative Platform, then the process described in the Revised Council Manual Section X- Other Council Business, Subsection F - Legislative Priorities, will take place. Section X (F)(1)(c) states "...when legislation is moving quickly and requires decisive action, the chair of the IRC, with approval from the Mayor and the City Manager, can take aposition on behalf of the City. If the Mayor is unavailable, the Mayor Pro Tern 9 � Y Y Y may act on the Mayor's behalf. If the Mayor is a member of the IRC, then the chair of the IRC and the Mayor Pro Tem, and the City Manager would make the decision. This position will subsequently be brought to the IRC and Council." Environmental Status: Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment do not constitute a project. Strategic Plan Goal: Goal.2 - Fiscal Stability, Strategy A - Consider new revenue sources and opportunities to support the City's priority initiatives and projects. Goal 5 - Housing, Strategy A- Take action to maintain local control of land-use planning. Attachment(s): 1. Resolution No. 2026-06 City of Huntington Beach Page 2 of 2 Printed on 2/11/2026 powered by LegistarTM' RESOLUTION NO. 2026-06 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM WHEREAS, the City Council promotes legislative actions consistent with the goals and functions of the City of Huntington Beach; and WHEREAS, the promotion of legislative actions require separate City Council action to approve individual letters of support or opposition related to specific pieces of legislation; and WHEREAS, piece by piece approval can delay important actions necessary to assist in the passage or defeat of legislation; and WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to efficiently pursue legislation that reflects the Legislative Platform and the goals of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby resolve as follows: 1. Adopt the Legislative Platform, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference; and 2. Authorize the Mayor to make statements and write letters necessary to support legislative actions consistent with the City's adopted Legislative Platform. 3. Authorize the Mayor, if unavailable to sign a City advocacy letter, to designate the Mayor Pro Tempore or the City Manager to sign and issue the letter in the Mayor's absence. 4. All correspondence prepared on the City's behalf will be copied to each City Council member. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of.Huntington Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the 17th day of February 2026. Mayor INITIATED, REVIEWED &APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Mana r City Attorney 1 26-17715/404524 Reso No. 2026-06 Exhibit A Exhibit"A" 2026 Legislative Platform The City of Huntington Beach is firmly committed to upholding its City Charter, which prioritizes local control over land use decisions. This commitment protects the community's distinct character, quality of life, and identity by ensuring thoughtful stewardship of both residential neighborhoods and business corridors. The City recognizes the importance of policies that respect property rights and preserve property values, helping to sustain a stable, safe, and prosperous environment for residents and businesses alike. The City of Huntington Beach Legislative Platform establishes a coordinated framework that guides how the City Council, City Manager, City staff, and legislative advocates respond to legislative, regulatory, administrative, and budgetary proposals. The Platform enables timely and unified engagement while maintaining alignment with City priorities and policy direction. It also provides the flexibility necessary for proactive advocacy at both the State and Federal levels. The Legislative Platform supports the implementation of the City of Huntington Beach 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, which focuses on economic vitality, local control, fiscal sustainability, public safety, infrastructure investment, and quality of life. Through this Platform, the City advances policies that strengthen the Surf City USA economy, preserve community character, deliver safe and efficient public services, and protect the City's authority as a charter city. Legislation that aligns with this Platform may be reviewed, approved, and acted upon in accordance with established City policies and procedures. Guiding Principles The City of Huntington Beach supports legislation that: • Preserves and strengthens local control and municipal authority. • Promotes economic resilience and small business vitality. • Ensures fiscal responsibility and access to external funding. • Supports investment in infrastructure, mobility, and public safety. • Protects community character, quality of life, and public trust. 1 /3 Exhibit A 2026 Legislative Platform Business & Economy The City of Huntington Beach supports business-friendly legislation and strategies that promote sustainable economic growth, strengthen local revenue, and enhance the City's position as a premier destination for residents, visitors, and employers. The City will support legislation and funding that: • Empowers local entrepreneurship and small business development, including policies that reduce unnecessary regulatory barriers and expand access to capital, workforce development, and technical assistance. • Promotes and enhances Huntington Beach as a premier tourist destination, recognizing tourism's critical role in job creation, economic activity, and City revenues. • Actively pursues state and federal funding opportunities, including grants and appropriations, to support City programs, services, and capital improvement projects. • Positions the City to capitalize on major regional and international events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games, by supporting legislation and funding that improves mobility, access, and public safety. Local Control The City of Huntington Beach strongly supports the principle of local control and opposes unfunded mandates or policies that preempt municipal authority and undermine the City's ability to govern in a manner responsive to local community needs. The City will support legislation that: • Preserves the City's authority as a charter city to establish policies, regulations, and priorities that reflect the needs of Huntington Beach residents and businesses without undue state or federal interference. • Opposes unfunded or underfunded mandates that impose new responsibilities on local governments without providing adequate resources or offsetting benefits. • Grants municipalities greater authority over the siting and operation of unlicensed and State-licensed group homes, including sober living homes, residential care facilities, and transitional or supportive housing. Infrastructure & Mobility The City of Huntington Beach is committed to investing in infrastructure and transportation systems that promote public safety, efficient service delivery, economic vitality, and community connectivity. The City will support legislation and funding that: 2/3 Exhibit A • Upgrades and maintains core City infrastructure, including roads, sidewalks, bridges, and water systems. • Prioritizes maintenance and repair projects that improve traffic, advance public safety, and improve access to recreation and beaches. • Advances pedestrian, bicycle, and e-bike infrastructure and safety. Public Safety The City of Huntington Beach supports legislation that enhances public safety, strengthens emergency preparedness, and ensures effective law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency response capabilities. The City will support legislation and funding that: • Promotes practical policies that reduce crime and strengthen the capacity of police, fire, lifeguards, and emergency services. • Clarifies and strengthens safety standards for e-bike use, including speed limits, equipment requirements, and enforcement tools such as licensing authority and impounding. • Provides funding for local resources, training, and technology that enhances the protection and resilience of the community. 3/3 Res. No. 2026-06 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ) I, LISA LANE BARNES, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the City of Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach is seven; that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council at a Regular meeting thereof held on February 17, 2026 by the following vote: AYES: Kennedy, Twining, McKeon, Burns, Van Der Mark, Williams NOES: None ABSENT: Gruel RECUSED: None , )/a44? 7/4-7 City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California