So if CA servers make at least minimum wage are we still expected to tip 15-20% in that state? I was under the impression that it is still expected as I have tipped in that range every time I go out to eat in California.

Sadly if the price of the hotel room and everything was raised slightly to pay the employees higher so we don't have to tip, they would still expect tips and consider you cheap if you didn't tip and provide lousy service accordingly. Sorta like ordering room service where there is a service charge and gratuity already included, and the delivery person expects a tip on top of it all.

I really do not like the tipping culture but what can you do?