Here’s what your city needs to know about the 2026 general resolution

By Cal Cities Staff

Voting delegates will have one resolution to consider at Cal Cities’ upcoming General Assembly, held during its annual conference this September. The resolution, which seeks to restore and strengthen local authority over housing and land use matters, is winding its way through Cal Cities’ member-driven review process.  

The 2026 Resolution Packet contains the proposed resolution, supporting letters from city officials, and an analysis by Cal Cities. The packet also includes detailed information on the resolution process and the General Assembly.

Cal Cities President Gabe Quinto referred the resolution to the Housing, Community, and Economic Development Committee, which will discuss it on Sept. 17 at 10 a.m. via Zoom. The meeting will include a public comment period. Members can register to attend here.

On Sept. 24 at 1:00 p.m., the Resolutions Committee will review the resolution and the policy committee’s recommendation. The meeting will also include a comment period open to Cal Cities members. Please refer to the onsite conference program for the meeting’s location. The General Assembly will convene on Sept. 25 to consider any resolutions forwarded by the Resolutions Committee.

Cities must appoint a voting delegate by Sept. 1 to vote during the General Assembly. Each city may appoint up to two alternate delegates. The voting delegate packet contains more information on the process.

Developing Cal Cities policy is a dynamic process that engages a wide range of members to ensure that Cal Cities represents California cities with one voice. The annual resolution process is one of many ways members can get involved in statewide policy-setting.

More information about the resolution process and General Assembly is available online. For questions, contact Zach Seals, governance and leadership support manager.