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In a recent news release, Cal Cities took issue with the Governor's decision to halt the latest distribution of funding for local governments to address homelessness and noted the vital work cities do every day to support unhoused residents. Failing to release state funding will not put roofs over the heads of Californians or deliver desperately needed supportive services. Read more
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For compact, urban cities like Paramount — which reduced the number of unsheltered individuals by 56% since 2019 — strategic investments in people and partnerships can dramatically reduce homelessness. The city's success was also driven by its multifaceted approach. Read more
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Designed for elected officials of all tenures, the New Mayors and Council Members Academy covers the basic framework in which city officials operate. There are two options for the 2023 Academy: one in Northern California, Jan. 18-20, and the other in Southern California, Feb. 1-3. Read more
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Thursday, Nov. 10, 1:00 p.m. — Fast, accessible broadband has become essential for work, doctor visits, school, and other daily necessities. Hear from regional, state, and federal broadband experts about the substantial resources that cities can tap into to help close the state’s digital divide. Panelists will identify key grant opportunities and help attendees navigate grant applications. Register today
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Monday, Nov. 14, 1:30 p.m. — Join the Cal Cities legislative team to learn about the most significant legislation signed into law this year. Topics include homelessness, behavioral health, cannabis, local land use authority, affordable housing, broadband infrastructure deployment, climate resiliency, organic waste recycling, public safety, Brown Act flexibility, and more. Register today
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Tuesday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. — California’s ambitious goal of 7 million electric vehicles on the road by 2030 will require extensive charging infrastructure. Hear from key state agencies about the massive investments being made and what is available to cities from the federal government to deploy direct current fast chargers throughout the state. These types of chargers are the quickest way to charge electric vehicles, but are more expensive to operate. Register today
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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. Attendees can also earn up to 3.5 hours of professional education credits at this year’s seminar. Read more
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The American Rescue Plan Act provided $12.5 million to the state of California for social and recreational programs, particularly for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Grant proposals will be submitted to regional centers, which will score applications based on grant goals and regional needs. Proposals supporting children with hearing loss and from rural areas will be strongly considered. A related webinar will be held Nov. 15. Read more
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Removing illegal solid waste disposal requires cooperation between state and local agencies, as well as private citizens. CalRecycle’s Illegal Disposal Site Abatement Grant Program helps local governments remove harmful, illegally disposed waste by providing up to $500,000 in funding to help accelerate the pace of cleanup and site restoration. Applications are due Feb. 15. Read more
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Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2:30 p.m. — Local governments face a growing demand for hybrid workplaces as more and more employees prioritize increased flexibility and a better work-life balance. Hybrid work can provide both opportunities and challenges for public sector managers. Join the Institute for Local Government and a panel of experts to learn how to maintain a positive workplace culture, best practices for managers, and the legal parameters for accessibility in a hybrid work setting. Register today
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A firefighter’s job is no longer about putting the wet stuff on the red stuff. The demands of the modern fire service can often have a negative impact on firefighters’ mental health. Peer support teams like the one in Oxnard are one way that cities can provide firefighters with the tools needed to bounce back from traumatic events. Read more
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In many ways, wildfires spread just like viruses, but faster. So, what can epidemiology teach us about making our communities safer against wildfires? It is a question worth investigating given our current fire conditions. Read more
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“Now is not the time to play politics when people’s lives are at stake,” said Carolyn Coleman, executive director and CEO of the League of California Cities. “Failing to release state funding will not put roofs over the heads of Californians or deliver desperately needed supportive services.” Read more
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Carolyn Coleman, CEO of the League of California Cities, also criticized the governor’s decision, accusing him of playing politics “when people’s lives are at stake.” Read more
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Groups that represent cities and counties at the state Capitol condemned the governor’s move to pause the funding. … Coleman said blocking the funds is “the opposite of progress” and would delay shelter and services for unhoused residents.
“If the state is looking for a real solution to this crisis, we need a statewide plan and sustainable state funding that supports long-term planning,” she said. “Equally important, we need to stop the finger-pointing and get to work on building a real partnership that will benefit all Californians.” Read more
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For every day Governor Gavin Newsom withholds the next round of homeless funding for cities, the League of California Cities said it’s another night a family in California is going to be on the street. The governor said the cities need to come up with better plans to address the crisis. "We can't let perfect interfere with good," League of California Cities CEO Carolyn Coleman said. "If we wait for the perfect plan, then we'll never never get to work doing what we need to do to prevent homelessness.” Read more
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… Last week, the governor ripped as “simply unacceptable” homeless action plans prepared by cities and counties. And he froze $1 billion in state money the locals had intended to spend on people who are unhoused. … “This is not a time to play politics,” says Carolyn Coleman, executive director of the League of California Cities. “Every day we delay getting resources into the community is another day someone does not have the home and services they need.” Read more
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California cities and the state could see their annual pension bills rise as much as 12% because high inflation will lead to cost-of-living adjustments for retirees and pay increases for current public employees. "… Projections of increased pension obligations is unwelcome news," said Johnnie Piña, legislative affairs lobbyist for the League of California Cities. The pension reduced its investment target to 6.8% from 7%, requiring governments to increase contributions. “Cities have been forced to make tough budget decisions, and any additional costs will make it that much more difficult for cities to maintain core services to residents,” he said. Read more
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