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The League of California Cities and a coalition of local government associations are calling on the state to include $180 million in the 2022-23 State Budget to help cities and counties develop and implement organic waste recycling programs. The funding would build on last year's $60 million grant program. Read more
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The city of Redding is approaching the housing crisis with targeted solutions and partnerships. In addition to an award-winning mixed-use development, the city may soon be home to the first 3D-printed, single-family home in California. Read more
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The city of Pismo Beach is the overall winner of this year’s Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards. The program recognizes the efforts of counties and cities throughout the state to preserve and improve local streets, roads, and bridges. Read more
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U.S. Department of Transportation has created a “common application” for three grant programs; U.S. Department of the Treasury has released new ARPA reporting resources for small cities; senior federal officials and the National League of Cities will hold multiple infrastructure and recovery webinars. Read more
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Wednesday, March 24, 9:30 a.m. — Join the League of California Cities for a briefing on the top bills impacting cities this legislative session. Cal Cities lobbyists will provide detailed information on priority bills that have been introduced, including measures related to local land use authority and affordable housing; homelessness issues and funding opportunities; disaster response funding and policy; public safety; cannabis, and Proposition 47 reform. Register today
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Wednesday, May 4, 1:00 p.m. — With an impressive career as an educator, legislator, California’s current Secretary of State, and a life-long commitment to secure and expand civil rights, Dr. Shirley Weber brings a unique and captivating perspective to issues and trends that matter most to cities and city leaders. Registration must be completed by May 3 at noon. Don’t miss it! Register today
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May 11-13 — Taking place in Sacramento, the City Leaders Summit is a new event where city officials can influence policy decisions in the Capitol and expand their knowledge and policy chops during three days of in-depth sessions and discussions on the key issues facing cities. A limited number of hotel rooms are available at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento at a reduced rate for conference attendees that register before April 19. Register today
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The League of California Cities is recruiting volunteers to help shape the program at this year's Annual Conference and Expo, scheduled for September in Long Beach. Volunteers will provide feedback through an online survey, which helps Cal Cities ensure that the broadest representation of members can inform decisions on educational programming. Read more
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The League of California Cities is seeking unique, forward-looking topics for the 2022 Annual Conference and Expo. These sessions will support city leaders by equipping them with the latest knowledge, resources, and tools to advance their communities and assist them in their daily roles and operations within their city. Submissions from individuals, groups, businesses, and organizations on any topic of interest to cities are welcome. Submissions are due March 31. Read more
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The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is distributing $7 million in funding to communities impacted by wildfires. The funding can be used for defensible space measures, fuel reduction, erosion control, flash flood measures, and other activities that reduce risk to life and property from future natural hazards. A notice of interest must be submitted online by March 31. Read more
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Serving on the Cal Cities Board of Directors is an opportunity for you to shape state policy and the actions of the organization. Cal Cities is currently accepting applications for second vice president and six at-large positions. Applications are due by the close of business on April 27. Read more
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Each year, the League of California Cities honors the outstanding work of member cities through the Helen Putnam Award for Excellence program. The awards, sponsored by Cal Cities League Partners, recognize the successes of cities, as demonstrated by beneficial innovations, resourceful efficiencies, improved public service, and overall enhanced public trust and support. Entries must be submitted online by April 14, at 5:00 p.m. Read more
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Local leaders are struggling with contentious and unruly behavior at governing board meetings. A recent article co-authored by the Institute for Local Government and former local leaders explores this growing trend and includes some of the tools that officials can consider when determining how to maintain order while also responding empathetically to community needs. Read more
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To help support planning commissioners, their staff, and other officials interested in land use and planning, the Institute for Local Government has updated its flagship Planning Commissioners Handbook and compiled a list of related resources. The update is intended to help local officials understand the planning process and provide a window into future planning challenges on the horizon. Read more
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