As the New Year approaches, local governments and public agencies in California need to be aware of some important changes to the California Public Records Act and the Brown Act.
One of the bills also prevents local governments from banning medical marijuana deliveries.
County officials feel they don't get their fair share of revenue.
Local governments and school boards will have clearer guidelines for when and how to remove disruptive individuals from public meetings under a bill passed by the Legislature on Monday.
The governor signed the SB 357 on a cautionary note, stating his administration would be monitoring crime and prosecution trends for "possible unintended consequences."
SB 1186 is opposed by the League of California Cities, the California State Association of Counties and Rural County Representatives of California.
The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors has changed its public comment policy after online bigots derailed a recent meeting with antisemitic and racist screeds.
California voters will be asked to reform the state’s mental health system in March, following the approval of two bills by lawmakers last week.
Los Angeles County officials are seeking the public’s input on how to combat street takeovers or “sideshows.”
Santa Barbara County cannabis businesses that are behind on their taxes could soon lose their license to operate.