California 2023-2024 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AB3078

Introduced
2/16/24  

Caption

City streets: maintenance, construction, and repair.

Impact

The changes proposed in AB 3078 are largely nonsubstantive, not fundamentally altering the powers of city legislative bodies but rather clarifying the regulatory framework under which they operate. By permitting cities to contract more easily with counties for equipment rental, the bill aims to improve collaboration and resource sharing between local governments, which could lead to faster and more cost-effective city street maintenance and repair projects. This is particularly important in urban areas where street conditions significantly impact traffic safety and public accessibility.

Summary

AB 3078, introduced by Assembly Member Wendy Carrillo, seeks to amend existing provisions relating to the maintenance, construction, and repair of city streets in California. The bill is focused on allowing cities to streamline their processes by enhancing their ability to contract with county boards of supervisors for the rental of equipment necessary for these tasks. This legislative action intends to promote more efficient operations at the municipal level, especially regarding urban infrastructure development and oversight.

Contention

While the bill generally will not spark significant controversy due to its nonsubstantive nature, there may be discussions revolving around local versus state governance over city infrastructure. Some stakeholders might express concerns over whether such contractual relationships could lead to over-dependence on county resources or diminish the autonomy of city governments in managing their own street maintenance strategies. Nevertheless, as it stands, the bill primarily serves as a minor refinement to existing laws, aiming to enhance practical operations without major systemic changes.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA AB636

Local streets and roads: expenditure reports.

CA AB3024

City streets and highways.

CA AB1654

City streets and highways.

CA HB297

An Act To Amend Title 17 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Construction And Acceptance Of New Roads And Streets For State Maintenance.

CA HB2888

Relating to road maintenance and repair

CA HB739

Shoreline improvements, existing; repair and maintenance.

CA AB2347

Streets and highways: liability for property damage.

CA AB2162

School facilities: maintenance in good repair: mechanical systems.

CA HB1796

In construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of State highways, further providing for duty on Department of Highways.

CA HB312

In construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of State highways, further providing for duty on Department of Highways.

Similar Bills

CA AB1957

Public contracts: best value construction contracting for counties.

CA AB636

Local streets and roads: expenditure reports.

CA SB128

Public contracts: Best Value Construction Contracting for Counties Pilot Program.

CA SB914

Local agency contracts: construction manager at-risk construction contracts.

CA AB1932

Public contracts: construction manager at-risk construction contracts.

CA AB851

Local agency contracts.

CA SB793

Competitive bidding: design-build and best value construction contracting.

MS HB1805

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