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Join the League of California Cities legislative team to hear about the most significant legislation signed into law this year. Topics include homelessness, behavioral health, cannabis, local land use authority, housing, broadband, organic waste recycling, and Brown Act flexibility. Read more
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When COVID-19 shut down San Diego, it felt like the end of the city’s vibrant arts sector. Officials responded by launching Park Social, which placed temporary, socially-driven artworks throughout the city's park system. The initiative had an immediate and positive impact on the community. Read more
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Cal Cities President Ali Sajjad Taj has announced the new members of the Coastal Cities Group Leadership Committee. The Group serves as a forum for cities within the coastal zone to discuss coastal issues and build a relationship with the California Coastal Commission. Read more
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It was wonderful to see so many of you at last month’s League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo. I wanted to take this time to share some updates and next steps. During the annual conference General Assembly, voting delegates approved changes to our bylaws that advance our commitment to being a more inclusive and member-engaged organization. The General Assembly also considered a petitioned resolution involving local land use control. Read more
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The National League of Cities and other local government associations are holding a deep dive into a proposed rule for PFAS — "forever" chemicals found in everyday objects. The change would designate two types of PFAS as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. Additionally, the Local Infrastructure Hub is hosting a webinar on federal cybersecurity funding opportunities and best practices. Read more
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Dec. 7-8 — The job of a city finance director has never been more complicated. High interest rates, record inflation, supply chain snarls, and other ongoing challenges, combined with changes in work and historic funding packages, have added new complexities to an already complex job. The Municipal Finance Institute equips city finance directors with the tools needed to respond to these challenges, conduct routine business, and build better teams. Read more
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Dec. 7-8 — There is more to being a firefighter than just putting out fires. Firefighters also need to be mentally fit due to their uniquely challenging work conditions. The Fire Chiefs Leadership Seminar — scheduled for Dec. 7-8 in Monterey — provides fire chiefs and fire service personnel with the information needed to build stronger, more resilient teams and keep their communities safe. Read more
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Dec. 7-9 — From protecting public records to election administration, city clerks are an integral part of the democratic process. The City Clerks New Law and Elections Seminar gives city clerks of all tenures the tools needed to respond to emerging challenges and conduct routine business. The deadline to reserve a discounted hotel room is Nov. 7. Read more
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Cal Cities is seeking feedback on the biggest issues facing cities through its Legislative Priorities Membership Survey. This survey plays a crucial role in setting the Cal Cities Action Agenda and developing member-informed legislative priorities. In order to represent the diversity of California’s cities, officials from all member cities are encouraged to participate. The survey takes just a few minutes to complete. Read more
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Thursday, Oct. 27, 10:30 a.m. — The California Natural Resources Agency is holding a webinar on the state’s Outdoors for All Initiative. The $1 billion initiative is focused on equitably expanding outdoor access to all Californians through focused investments in open space infrastructure and outdoor programming, including at the local level. Join Deputy Secretary Katherine Toy to learn about key themes and strategy developments or to provide comment. Register today
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Wednesday, Nov. 2, 9:00 a.m. — The California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) is hosting a free, in-person forum for elected officials and high-level city staff during its annual conference. The forum will include an overview of current costs, global markets, investment strategy, and other factors that have a direct impact on employer costs. The program will also include an opportunity to engage with CalPERS executive and board members. Register today!
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Wednesday, Nov. 9, 3:00 p.m. — The future success of local government agencies depends on their ability to recruit, retain, and support the professional development of young and mid-career professionals. Join the Institute for Local Government and a panel of experts for a discussion about practical tools for succession planning and training and how local governments can support long-term career development. Register today
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Like many communities, the cities and towns of Contra Costa County had a complex and fragmented system of behavioral health intervention and treatment. By the end of 2023, anyone in the county experiencing a mental health crisis will be able to receive emergency care from a licensed clinician within 10 minutes. Read more
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We anticipate the dangerous California Business Roundtable (CBRT) ballot measure, deceptively named the “Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act,” will qualify for the November 2024 ballot. ... Let me be clear about this one: The CBRT ballot measure will be the biggest threat to local taxing authority our cities have ever faced. This ballot measure is THE anti-local control measure. Read more
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