Surf City is putting out a bid for companies who’d be interested in managing the city’s library system despite concerns raised by residents.
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Huntington Beach Immigration Debate Spurs Calls to Refocus on City Issues
Amidst a debate over policies at the border, some city leaders called for a ban on any discussion of things beyond the city council’s purview. Others said the border situation directly impacts HB residents.
Will Huntington Beach Stand With Texas in Border Dispute With President Biden?
City leaders are set to discuss endorsing Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s fight over immigration and the border with the president.
California Attorney General Warns Huntington Beach Against Implementing Voter ID Law
As Surf City politicians have been considering asking voters to implement voter ID laws, the Golden State’s top cop warned against the move on Thursday.
HB City Council Majority Censures Natalie Moser; Removes Hate Crime Condemnation
Surf City Councilwoman Natalie Moser was censured after she publicly questioned if her colleague, Councilwoman Gracey Van Der Mark, was a holocaust denier last month.
Huntington Moves to Ask Voters If They Want Ballot Box Monitors, Voter IDs
Voters will decide whether or not to mandate a valid ID be present in future elections at the March primary, and will also vote on setting up ballot box monitoring in the city.
Huntington Beach Leaders Will Try to Define What’s “Obscene” at Public Libraries
The policy will control what books are available to children at the public library, with city leaders promising nothing will be taken off the shelves for adults.
Huntington Beach Reinstates Pacific Airshow, Settles Lawsuit with Operator
The shift represents a fast turnaround for the proposed event, which just months ago looked to be possibly leaving the city amid a lawsuit.
How Does Your City Council Make a Living?
City leaders across Orange County just filed their disclosure paperwork for where they get their money, but some reveal more than others.
California Sues Huntington Beach for Failing to Adopt a Housing Plan
Officials announced Monday the state is expanding its existing lawsuit against Surf City for its failure to adopt a housing plan – something mandated by California law.



