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One year ago, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan Act, delivering $8 billion in direct, flexible pandemic recovery funding to cities throughout California. Cities are hard at work deploying those dollars to fund transformative projects. Read more
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The city of Manteca worked hard over the past decade to forge a developer-friendly reputation, by reducing barriers to housing construction and streamlining approval processes. Those efforts have encouraged development and turned Manteca into a building mecca. Read more
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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. The summit is scheduled May 11-13. Read more
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Leaders from all levels of government around the country are celebrating the one-year anniversary of the American Rescue Plan Act. New resources are now available to help cities tell their American Rescue Plan Act funding stories; the White House is hosting more infrastructure funding webinars; the National Telecommunications and Information Administration is launching a webinar series on new broadband grant opportunities; the California Department of Community Services and Development released updates on the Low-Income Household Water Assistance program. Read more
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Due to the decreasing case rates of COVID-19 and lifting of many restrictions throughout the state, Cal Cities is revising its health- and safety-related policies for meetings and events. Beginning March 11, 2022, Cal Cities will align protocols with the state. For most meetings and events, proof of vaccination or negative test will no longer be required. In addition, masks will not be required, however, attendees are urged to follow federal and state recommendations, which strongly recommend wearing masks for indoor events. Read more
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Thursday, March 23, 10:30 a.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 an unique and captivating perspective to issues and trends that matter most to cities and city leaders. Registration must be completed by March 22. Don’t miss it! Register today
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Tuesday, March 29, noon — Still need to take your Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors and Officials (AB 1661)? Cal Cities has you covered. To receive credit, you must log in under your own name, be present for the full two-hour training, and participate in the live polling during the session. The training is free for 2022 New Mayors and Council Members Academy attendees and $50 for all other members. Register today
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The League of California Cities is seeking unique, forward-looking topics for the 2022 Annual Conference and Expo, taking place at the Long Beach Convention Center, Sept. 7-9. 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 Department of Transportation awarded $296 million in Clean California grants to remove litter, beautify public spaces, mitigate the urban heat island effect, and improve walkability, biking, and access to transit. The 105 community projects announced last week — which are in underserved communities — will also generate an estimated 3,600 jobs. Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget allocates an additional $100 million for another round of Clean California projects. Read more
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The City Managers Department is forming a working group to examine local government sales tax issues and provide recommendations that equitably benefit California cities, further fiscal sustainability, and strengthen the viability of the sales tax. The group will include two members from each Regional Division and will meet virtually at least three times in 2022. To be considered for a Regional Division appointment, city managers must complete an interest form by the close of business on March 21. Contact your regional public affairs manager for more information. 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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Tuesday, March 15, 10:00 a.m. — Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Charge Ready Program offers significant financial incentives and technical support for local governments, businesses, and property owners. Hear directly from SCE experts and learn how your community can get electronic vehicle charging stations on their property safely, quickly, and at a reduced cost. Register today
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Friday, March 18, 9:00 a.m. — This year’s virtual Municipal Law Institute Symposium will provide an in-depth exploration of issues facing municipal lawyers in 2022, including the national opioid settlement, water rights, remote work, wildfire impacts, and new developments in labor and employment relations. Registration is $50 for public agency employees; general registration is $100. Learn more
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The supply and affordability of housing is one of California’s most persistent, high-profile issues. Cities are actively planning, zoning, and approving millions of new homes, but even in the highest-producing cities, there is still an acute lack of housing. This begs a figurative, and increasingly literal, million-dollar question: Why? Read more
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Carolyn Coleman, the executive director of Cal Cities, said in a statement the measure would jeopardize cities’ ability to provide services and critical infrastructure to local residents. “It would impose undemocratic restrictions on local voters and local governments that could force significant cuts to vital services like fire and emergency response, infrastructure, libraries, parks and sanitation,” she said. Read more
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