CC 02-01-2022 Item No. 16. 2022 Legislative Platform_Staff Presentation
February 1, 2022
2022 Legislative Platform
Legislative Platform approved annuallyGuides and informs official City positions on pending legislative issues during the yearAuthorizes Legislative Review Committee (LRC) to take City
positions on bills based on the Council-approved PlatformIf a bill falls outside of the Legislative Platform, a City position can only be taken by the full CouncilMore information on
LRC at cupertino.org/lrc
Background
Support legislation that positively addresses housing shortages and addresses root causesOppose additional state powers to overturn local planning decisionsOppose sales tax distribution
reform that negatively impacts the CitySupport policy and funding for workforce development
LRC reviewed draft platform on Dec. 10, 2021 and recommended for Council adoptionNotable changes include:
2022 Legislative Platform
Monitor drone usage regulations Support policy and funding for electrification of residential homesSupport legislation and funding to provide free or reduced-price access to public transit
to low-income individuals.Monitor organized retail theft and law enforcement response to public protests legislationSupport financial counseling for homeless individuals and support
for at-risk individuals
Notable changes (continued):
2022 Legislative Platform
Adopt the proposed 2022 Legislative Platform.
Recommended Action
Questions