HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Res 7753 2026-4-13 RESOLUTION 7753
A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL DECLARING
SUPPORT FOR CALIFORNIA CITIES WEEK, APRIL 19-25, 2026
WHEREAS, cities first arose in California when eight municipalities incorporated in 1850
to provide essential safety and health services to a rapidly growing population following
the Gold Rush, and subsequent periods of economic growth and immigration; and,
WHEREAS, today, California's 483 cities and towns vary in size and scope and serve
diverse communities throughout the state, from small rural neighborhoods to large urban
regions; and,
WHEREAS, more than 80 percent of California's population resides within cities and
towns and relies on municipal services provided by local governments; and,
WHEREAS, the California Constitution grants cities important powers, including the
authority to promote and regulate public safety, raise revenue for public purposes, and
operate public works to furnish residents with light, water, power, heat, transportation,
and communication; and,
WHEREAS, cities provide millions of Californians with essential services, including but
not limited to public libraries, fire protection, law enforcement, emergency medical and
disaster response, parks and recreation, childcare, community and human services, solid
waste and recycling management, water and sewer services, utilities, land use planning,
housing, economic development, transportation planning, street and road maintenance,
and telecommunications; and,
WHEREAS, cities remain transparent and accountable to the communities they serve
and continue to earn the trust placed in them by local residents through responsive,
accessible, and locally driven governance; and,
WHEREAS, California Cities Week is an opportunity to recognize the vital role cities play
in the daily lives of residents and to encourage civic engagement, education, and
participation in local government.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Seal Beach City Council does resolve, declare, determine and
order as follows:
Section 1. The City Council hereby proclaims the week of April 19 through 25, 2026
as California Cities Week.
Section 2. The City Council encourages residents, businesses, and community
organizations to participate in California Cities Week activities and to
engage with their local government to better understand municipal
services, decision-making, and opportunities for civic involvement.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the Seal Beach City Council at a regular
meeting held on the 13th day of April 2026 by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members Kalmick, Wong, Seneca!, Steele, Landau
NOES: Council Members
ABSENT: Council Members
ABSTAIN: Council Members
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I, Gloria D. Harper, City Clerk of the City of Seal Beach, do hereby certify that the
foregoing resolution is the original copy of Resolution 7753 on file in the office of the City
Clerk, passed, approved, and adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on
the 13th day of April 2026.
Gloria D. H rper, City Clerk