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Cal Cities is seeking feedback on the biggest issues facing cities through its Legislative Priorities Membership Survey. The survey plays a crucial role in setting the Cal Cities Action Agenda and developing member-informed legislative priorities. Read more
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Two themes dominated the Capitol as Gov. Gavin Newsom signed or vetoed over 1,000 measures: an emphasis on national issues and fiscal prudence. Although he vetoed slightly more bills than in the last two years, Cal Cities advanced many city priorities in the final days of the session. Read more
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Cal Cities President Ali Sajjad Taj has announced his chair and vice chair appointments for the 2023 policy committees. The work of the committees lays the foundation for Cal Cities' strong, year-round advocacy on behalf of cities. Read more
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Tuesday, Oct. 25, Noon — Want to take your local expertise to the state level, but don't know where to start? Join the League of California Cities API Caucus, Women's Caucus, and the LGBTQ Caucus to learn how to apply for a state board or commission. The workshop will feature a panel discussion led by current appointees sharing an insider's view about the application process, helpful tips, and the work they do now on behalf of the state. Register today
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Mitchell Friedman, a university lecturer and communications consultant, is the keynote speaker for the 2022 City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar. Scheduled for Dec. 7-9, the seminar equips city clerks with the tools needed to respond to emerging challenges and conduct routine business. Friedman, whose career spans three decades and multiple industries, will focus on how city clerks can achieve their goals even when they are not in charge. Read more
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal is holding a monthly webinar series about community wildfire preparedness and mitigation. The October webinar focused on the Community Wildfire Defense Grant program, which helps at-risk, low-income communities plan for and reduce the risk of wildfires. The November webinar will focus on how to receive a Firewise USA designation. Read more
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The California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) announced the issuance of tax-exempt affordable housing bonds for Centennial Square Apartments in Santa Maria. CSCDA partnered with the city and others for the acquisition of the properties and issuance of bonds. The affordable housing project will provide one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments to very-low and low-income residents. Read more
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Thursday, Oct. 13, 10:00 a.m. — Social media's wide reach means that local leaders have more tools than ever to reach their residents. However, social media can also be a source of misinformation and division, creating challenges for local governments trying to build trust with their communities. Join the Institute for Local Government, Tripepi Smith, and local leaders for the first in a series of webinars discussing how developing cohesive in-person and social media campaigns can build trust between residents and their local governments. Register today
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I have learned that by working together through Cal Cities, all our cities are stronger, and our advocacy is even more effective. The importance of working with a unified voice is magnified as we approach the end of 2022. Read more
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Despite bold steps from cities and historic investments from the state and federal governments, California’s digital divide persists. It is crucial that local governments continue to lead the way and advocate for swift action. Read more
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The League of California Cities ... has long advocated for more state dollars to build out in-state recycling infrastructure and develop domestic markets for recycled materials. This ask has become more critical in recent years, says Derek Dolfie, Legislative Affairs [Lobbyist] for the League of California Cities. “With the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and record-high inflation, cities asked the state to help fund some of these efforts to stave off the larger rate increases needed to create these new systems,” he says. Read more
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Local government officials say the laws undermine their authority and upend years of careful planning that reflect community preferences. But there’s also a financial consequence, they say, because stores generate more property taxes for local governments than homes do. “It’s a concern when state law is going to override these local decisions, particularly when these local decisions are made in a public process with the community as part of a larger housing plan,” said Jason Rhine, assistant director of legislative affairs for the League of California Cities. Read more
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