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Home My WebLink About2024-05-13; Historic Preservation Commission; ; Legislative Subcommittee UpdateMeeting Date: May 13, 2024 To: Historic Preservation Commission From: Mike Strong, Assistant Director of Community Development Staff Contact: Jason Haber, Jason.haber@carlsbadca.gov, 442-339-2958 Subject: Legislative Subcommittee Update Recommended Action Receive a presentation regarding the Intergovernmental Affairs Program of the City of Carlsbad and the city’s recent and ongoing legislative advocacy efforts related to the preservation of historic resources and provide feedback as appropriate. Executive Summary The City of Carlsbad City Council Legislative Subcommittee works in coordination with the city’s Intergovernmental Affairs Director, City Manager’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, city departments, legislative consultants and the Carlsbad community to: a.Receive information and advise the City Council on intergovernmental and legislative matters affecting the city; b.Continuously monitor state and federal proposed legislation, and: i. Review proposed legislation for consistency with the city’s Legislative Platform; ii. Make recommendations to the City Council to identify high priority bills; and iii. Make recommendations to the City Council to adopt advocacy positions on high priority bills not addressed by the Legislative Platform; c.Proactively seek to identify local and regional legislative needs and recommend bill sponsorship opportunities to the City Council; and d.Engage and inform the Carlsbad community (residents, businesses, stakeholder groups) and other governmental agencies on intergovernmental and legislative matters affecting the city. City Council and Legislative Subcommittee Member Melanie Burkholder and Intergovernmental Affairs Director Jason Haber will provide an update on the city’s recent and ongoing advocacy HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION May 13, 2024 Item #1 1 of 2 Staff Report efforts related to the preservation of historic resources, including an overview of the city’s process for evaluating and pursuing grant opportunities, and the city’s current funding priorities. Fiscal Analysis There is no direct fiscal impact associated with receiving this informational report. Environmental Evaluation (CEQA) Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, this action does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore does not require environmental review. Exhibits None. May 13, 2024 Item #1 2 of 2 Melanie Burkholder District 1 City Council Member Legislative Subcommittee Member May 13, 2024 Historic Preservation Commission Legislative Subcommittee Update { City of Carlsbad TODAY’S PRESENTATION •Intergovernmental Affairs program overview •Legislative process & calendar •Legislative Platform position statements •City funding requests •Q & A Legislative Update { City of Carlsbad INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS •City Council policy & resolution •City Council Legislative Subcommittee •Legislative Platform •Cal Cities / National League of Cities •Departmental & lobbyist support •Legislative & regulatory advocacy •State/federal/other grant funding LEGISLATIVE & REGULATORY ADVOCACY •Watch / Support / Oppose / …If Amended •Letters / Testimony •Direct Engagement (legislators, staff, consultants, committee members, administration, agencies) •Bill Sponsorship •Regional partners – County, SANDAG, neighboring cities, etc. Legislative Update LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES NLC NATIONA L LEAGUE OF CITIES CITIES STRONG TOGETHER .RPPG CARPI &CLAY ~ngineering [I]olutions E]ervices CITY-SPONSORED BILLS 2022: AB 1672 – Ocean Lifeguards at City Pools AB 1682 – Lifeguard Rescue Vessel Speed Limit 2023: SB 428 – TRO for Employee Harassment 2024: AB 2234 – E-bike rider training and age minimum AB 2715 – Brown Act Exception: Cybersecurity 2024 LEGISLATIVE CALENDAR Date Jan 3 Legislature Reconvenes Feb 16 Bill Introduction Deadline Aug 5–31 Fiscal Committees & Floor Sessions Jul 3–Aug 5 Summer Recess Sept 30 Governor’s Sign/Veto Deadline Legislative Update Mar–Jul Policy & Fiscal Committees Jun 15 Legislative Budget Deadline Mar 5 Primary Election Dec 2 Convene 2025-26 Regular Legislative Session You are here Jun 30 Governor’s Budget Deadline Nov 5 General Election I I { ( t I ' / .-----------=----. ,,._.,,.~\. 0 --~ 1' • 'F 01t ll .,....,,,. ---:::..:. ~.:--- ' I CITY OF CARLSBAD 2024 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM Guiding Principles I. Preserve Local Control - The city supports the broadest authority for our citizens and the City Council to make decisions and provide public services locally. As cities are voluntarily created by the residents of a community to provide local self- government and to make decisions at the local level to best meet the diverse needs of the community, the city opposes preemption of local control. II. Maintain Fiscal Responsibility — The city supports legislative and budget measures that protect and enhance its existing funding sources, revenue base and control over local government budgeting. The city opposes efforts to shift local funds to the county, state or federal governments, diminish its revenue base or impose new mandates that are unfunded or inadequately funded. III. Protect Quality of Life — The city supports state legislation and funding that preserve the safety, security, cultural resources and well-being of our residents, workers, businesses and visitors. The city opposes efforts that would negatively impact the infrastructure, public health and safety, community development, equitable community services, cultural integrity and environmental programs and other city efforts to maintain and enhance the quality of life in Carlsbad. Legislative Update CITY OF CARLSBAD 2024 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM Legislative Priorities 1. Community Character 2. Quality of Life & Safety 3. Sustainability & the Natural Environment 4. Economic Vitality 5. Organizational Excellence & Fiscal Health Legislative Update 2024 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM Community Services Arts, Cultural Resources, Historic Preservation and Education Child Care Park Bond Funds Public Parks/Recreational Facilities Public Libraries Seniors Healthy Cities Environmental Quality Climate Change California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Hazardous Materials Solid Waste, Recycling and Diversion Utilities Coastal Issues Water General Principles Water Conservation Water Recycling Water Quality Water Storage & Conveyance Systems New Technology Financial Considerations Governance, Transparency and Labor Relations Labor Relations Workers’ Compensation Governance and Ethics Elected Officials Housing, Community and Economic Development Planning and Zoning Housing Subdivision Map Act Economic Development Public Safety Fire Services Emergency Services and Preparedness Law Enforcement Drugs and Alcohol Homelessness Miscellaneous Revenue and Taxation State Mandates Transportation, Communication and Public Works Transportation Public Works Contracts Telecommunications Legislative Update CITY OF CARLSBAD 2024 LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM – POSITIONS Arts, Cultural Resources, Historic Preservation and Education a)Support funding and legislation that support local arts and culture, acknowledges the community’s history and current conditions and recognizes the need for preservation and education. Planning and Zoning b)Support measures in local land use that are consistent with the doctrine of "home rule" and the local exercise of police powers in planning and zoning processes. Housing c)Support legislation that provides incentives (tax benefits, grants, loans, credits for affordable units) to local agencies, private developers and non-profit groups in order to rehabilitate residential units and commercial properties. Legislative Update City Funding Requests •Priority projects in need of funding •Aligned with state/federal priorities and funding sources •Multi-year effort •Discretionary Budget Appropriations •Community Projects Funding •Competitive Grants •Formula Allocations 2024 Priorities •Camino De Los Coches and Maverick Way intersection improvements (District 4) •Electric vehicle charging stations (All Districts) •Safe Routes to School improvements: Bicycle, vehicle and pedestrian safety (All districts) •Sea level rise adaptation and shoreline preservation (All Districts) •Chestnut Avenue Underpass public art (District 1) •Lowering the railroad tracks in the Village (District 1) •Monroe Street Pool replacement (District 1) •Village decorative lighting (District 1) •Fire Station 7: Site acquisition and design (District 2) •Maerkle Reservoir solar panels (District 2) •La Posada de Guadalupe Homeless Shelter expansion (District 2) •Robertson Ranch Park development (District 2) •South Carlsbad Boulevard climate adaptation – Manzano Dr. to Island Way (Districts 2 and 3) •Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility Improvements (District 3) •Schulman Auditorium and Cannon Art Gallery improvements (District 3) •El Camino Real widening – Arenal Drive to La Costa Avenue (District 4) •La Costa Avenue traffic improvements (District 4) •Stagecoach Park Community Garden(District 4) STATE & FEDERAL FUNDING REQUESTS 2023 Awards •State St. parking lot electric vehicle charging stations - $350,000* •Safe Routes to School (bike/ped/vehicle improvements) - $850,000* Thank You! Legislative Update Melanie Burkholder City Council Member - District 1 Legislative Subcommittee Member Melanie.Burkholder@carlsbadca.gov 442-339-2830 (Office) 442-637-2853 (Direct) Jason Haber Intergovernmental Affairs Director jason.haber@carlsbadca.gov (442) 339-2958 (cityof Carlsbad