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Read below for more news and events.
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The Governor announced his proposed state budget on Tuesday. Although the state is forecasting a budget shortfall, the proposed budget does not contain deep cuts to ongoing programs. In a big win for cities, it does not include any mention of redirecting city funds to help address state budget shortfalls. Read more
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State and federal agencies are directing significant resources to help communities in California withstand and recover from the barrage of winter storms hitting the state. The “relentless parade of atmospheric rivers” has caused significant flooding and extensive ground saturation. Read more
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Cal Cities released its 2022 Annual Report on Wednesday. The yearly review highlights Cal Cities’ legislative, legal, educational, and organizational accomplishments. Working with local leaders, Cal Cities secured several legislative and legal victories on some of the most important issues to cities. Read more
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Applications for key infrastructure grant programs are due soon, including those that fund water recycling, surface transportation, and energy code updates. The U.S. Department of Transportation is holding webinars on programs that fund projects in disadvantaged communities and workforce development. The National League of Cities also released new recovery resources for cities, including an overview of new tax credits available to local governments. Read more
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Cal Cities is seeking proposals for its second-ever City Leaders Summit. Taking place April 12-14 in Sacramento, this unique advocacy and learning event allows city officials to influence state policy decisions and gain top-notch leadership skills. Cal Cities is looking for thorough, thoughtful, and complete proposals that tell how your session can help elected city officials improve their communities, leadership abilities, and policy knowledge. Read more
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Tuesday, Jan. 24, 10:00 a.m. — Cal Cities President and Artesia Council Member Ali Sajjad Taj’s path to public service began nearly 25 years ago when he immigrated to Artesia, California. His personal story and inspiring path to leadership define his strong belief in the power of collective action and the importance of improving the lives of all California residents. Join President Taj as he shares his personal story, insights on leadership, and the “why” that keeps him going. Register today
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March 29-31 — Planning commissioners must navigate some of the state’s most ambitious — and controversial — housing and environmental laws while also balancing the needs of their community. Navigating these obligations can be challenging, even for the most seasoned planning commissioner. Taking place March 29-31 in Garden Grove, the Planning Commissioners Academy provides city officials with information needed to meet these challenges. Register today
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March 29-31 — Solutions to California’s biggest infrastructure challenges are often developed at the local level by public works officers. The League of California Cities helps them meet these challenge head-on by providing training and information through events like the Public Works Officers Institute. This year’s Institute will cover a range of topics, including sustainable water supplies, recycling changes, extreme hazards, and major grant opportunities. Register today
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Has your community launched a forward-thinking project or program that preserves and improves existing local transportation systems? Nominate it for the 2022 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards Program. The winning projects will be featured during the Cal Cities Public Works Officers Institute/CEAC Spring Conference in March and featured in Western City magazine. Nominations are due by 5:00 p.m. on Feb. 3. Read more
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Thursday, Jan. 12, 1:00 p.m. — California voters approved 23 of the 27 local cannabis revenue-related ballot measures put before them this past election. Join Culture Cannabis Club, a Cal Cities Partner, for a discussion about the benefits and best practices of licensed cannabis. The webinar will also include an overview of how local governments are spurring new economic development with licensed cannabis, as well as available state grant funding opportunities. Register today
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Feb. 17 and Feb. 24 — The Institute for Local Government is hosting free, in-person trainings to help planning commissioners better succeed in their role. Participants will learn best practices, emerging trends, and important lessons from experts in the field. Space is limited and registration is required. The Feb. 17 session is for cities in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties; Feb. 24 is for cities in Shasta, Trinity, Siskiyou, Lassen, Plumas, and Modoc counties. Register today
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July 23-28 — Stanford University's Local Governance Summer Institute is returning to its traditional, on-campus residential format. The Institute offers senior managers the opportunity to exchange and acquire tools that improve local government performance while enhancing their personal capacity to innovate and anticipate societal change. Participants will be paired with an experienced mentor who has years of success managing at the city or county level. Register today
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Many city leaders weathered the nonstop crises of the last few years by relying on the fundamental tenants of good governance. With nearly 90 years of experience between them, these six former mayors have invaluable advice for new council members or those who want to take their leadership to the next level. Read more
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“The Governor’s proposed 2023-24 State Budget honors funding commitments to local governments made in the 2022 Budget that bolster essential local programs and support our most vulnerable residents. Cal Cities appreciates the Governor prioritizing these investments and honoring this commitment to our communities. Yet, in the face of the uncertain economic environment, the state needs to double down on ongoing investments to address homelessness,” [said Cal Cities Executive Director and CEO Carolyn Coleman.] Read more
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Jan. 12
Jan. 18-20 or Feb. 1-3 (Sold out!)
Jan. 24
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