Vista, CA  -   The landmark ruling from the California Supreme Court agreeing with the City of Vista that prevailing wage decisions on municipal projects are “municipal affairs” governed by local ordinances,  is a long-awaited victory for local control, reform and the California taxpayers.  In essence, the court reaffirmed that for “municipal affairs,” charter cities are “supreme and beyond the reach of legislative enactment.”  In a State like California, where the legislature is on a power grab, this constitutionally protected autonomy is a tremendous victory with long-reaching ramifications.