Marcel Rodarte: CEQA reform deserved transparency, not a backroom deal

Californians understand we’re facing a crisis in housing. Our cities are ready to be partners in solving it. But process matters. Transparency matters. And when legislation that dramatically reshapes how California reviews and approves housing developments is rushed through without public input, it undermines trust and risks long-term consequences.

That’s why the California Contract Cities Association (CCCA), which represents 80 cities across Southern California and over 7.5 million residents...