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Monthly News from the
Institute for Local Government
March 2022
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MESSAGE FROM ILG CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | |
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Congratulations to the March Local Government Champions!
We continue to receive nominations for local government champions including staff, elected and appointed officials who are doing great work in the service of their communities.
Congratulations to our March honorees whose dedication to public service and serving California's communities is admirable and inspirational.
Learn More About This Year-Long Recognition Program and Submit Your Nomination Today!
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STEP Mobility Project
in the News
Team ILG is excited to work with the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the California Air Resources Board on a unique mobility project in the City of Stockton. ILG is a proud partner supporting the community engagement efforts.
Read the coverage from ABC 10 News Sacramento: "Transportation is a human right: New Program to Launch Bringing Electric Bike and Car Sharing to Stockton." Read More.
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Join Team ILG:
We’re Hiring!
Team ILG is growing again! If you know someone looking for a fun, dynamic, inclusive and rewarding job that makes a real difference in our state, please have them apply for one of our open positions. Learn More and Apply Here.
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Leading Local: Cultural Intelligence Training Series
Monthly Sessions from April – July 2022
About the Cultural Intelligence Training Series
Cultural intelligence (CI) or cultural quotient (CQ) is having the capacity to relate to and work effectively with different groups of people and across cultures. Cultural intelligence goes beyond cultural awareness and political correctness. It articulates the core competencies and skill sets necessary for true diversity, equity and inclusion to exist within your organization. This new virtual training series will examine the various elements of cultural intelligence and how to operationalize it in your local agency and your community.
The series will take place from April through July 2022 with one (1) two-hour session per month. The training is designed for staff and appointed or elected officials at California cities, counties and special districts. All sessions are free to attend, but space is limited and registrations are required.
Sessions topics will include:
- Cultural Intelligence 101 – April
- Developing the Language of CI – Building a Living Glossary – May
- Managing Conflict Through the Lens of Equity – June
- Mastering the Art of Crucial Conversations Using CI - July
The training series is hosted by ILG in partnership with the Impact Foundry.
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All sessions will be taught by Jacques S, Whitfield, JD.
Informational Webinar about the Series
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Learn more about the CI series by attending an informational webinar on Wednesday, April 6 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Register for the informational webinar here.
About the Instructor
Jacques S. Whitfield is a seasoned Human Resources Executive with over 25 years of experience in human resources management and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Whitfield is a Principal HR Consultant with CPS HR, where he serves as the DEI Learning and Education Team Lead. Prior to joining CPS HR, Whitfield served a six-year tenure as the Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Compliance Officer for the Yuba Community College District where he was responsible for management and oversight of the HR operations for the district and is credited with revitalizing and streamlining the program. Whitfield is a subject matter expert in performance management, employee engagement, diversity, equity and inclusion and state and federal EEO compliance matters. Whitfield is also a subject matter expert in transformational leadership development. He is highly accomplished in successfully working with others to develop professional skills and improve employee effectiveness through training and development.
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ILG Launches New Digital Planning Commissioner Handbook
ILG is excited to announce the release of our updated Planning Commissioners Handbook. As local governments across the state are facing increased pressure to plan for growing populations, increase their housing supply, and create more sustainable communities, this handbook is designed to help support planning commissioners, their staff, and other officials interested in land use and planning.
This update is intended to help local officials understand the planning process and provide a snapshot of planning challenges they may experience in the future. The handbook describes the major terms, plans and policies that make up the framework of local planning, as well as typical stakeholders in the process and the basics of reviewing applications for development.
The handbook includes information on:
- The Role of the Planning Commissioner
- Meetings and Procedures
- Planning Framework
- Application Review
- Housing Laws and Policies
- Community Design
- CEQA and Environmental Issues
- Infrastructure Planning
- Transportation
- Public Participation
- Fiscal Issues
- Legal Issues
- Planning Glossary
Access the Handbook Here.
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Regional Planning Commissioner Trainings
April 2022 – Spring 2023
FREE
ILG will host regional training sessions for planning commissioners using content from the updated handbook. These interactive sessions will take place in person at various locations throughout the state and will cover topics such as the role of a planning commission, how to work effectively with staff and the governing board, effective community engagement, CEQA basics, required planning documents, and local and regional planning challenges and opportunities. Each session will give participants the opportunity to engage with experts in the field and fellow planning commissioners to hear best practices, emerging trends, and lessons learned. All sessions are FREE but space is limited and registration is required.
Tentative Training Dates
- Sacramento and Yolo Counties, April 22, 2022
- El Dorado, Placer and Sierra Counties, April 29, 2022
- Calaveras, Tuolumne, Mariposa, Nevada and Amador Counties, May, 13, 2022
- San Joaquin, Stanislas, Merced and Madera Counties, May 20, 2022
- Imperial County, June 16, 2022
- San Diego County, June 17, 2022
- Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey Counties, July 22, 2022
- Sonoma, Napa, Solano and Marin Counties, July 29, 2022
- Alpine, Mono and Inyo Counties, August 12, 2022
- San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, August 26, 2022
- Los Angeles County, September 12, 2022
- Santa Clara, San Mateo and San Francisco Counties, October 7, 2022
- Humboldt, Mendocino and Lake Counties, October 14, 2022
- Contra Costa and Alameda, October 21, 2022
- Orange County, November 18, 2022
- Kern, Tulare, Kings and Fresno Counties, TBD 2023
- San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, TBD 2023
- Shasta, Trinity, Siskiyou, Lassen, Plumas, Modoc and Del Norte Counties, TBD 2023
- Tehama, Glenn, Butte, Colusa, Yuba and Sutter Counties, TBD 2023
Register Here.
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Reinvigorating the Public Sector Workforce Pipeline, Post-Pandemic
Listen to Virtual Listening Session
Over the last few years, the public sector workforce landscape has drastically changed in response to the pandemic. This listening session with public agency employers sought to gain insights about the “State of the Public Service Sector” as we seek to respond to, support, and replenish this essential workforce.
This virtual listening session was hosted by Innovative Pathways to Public Service (IPPS), which is a program administered by ILG.
Moderators included:
- Terri Carpenter, Workforce Development Manager, SETA
- Renee John, Project Leader, Valley Vision
- Erica L. Manuel, CEO & Executive Director, ILG
- Dr. Jeffrey Mrizek, Principal, Mrizek Global, LLC
Listen to the recording and access the presentation here.
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ILG is the non-profit training and education affiliate of Cal Cities, the California State Association of Counties and the California Special Districts Association. | |
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2022 CSAC Legislative Conference
Wednesday, April 20 - Thursday, April 21, 2022
Sacramento, CA
The CSAC 2022 Legislative Conference is set to take place April 20 – 21 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, CA. For more information and to register, visit the Legislative Conference website. Learn More and Register Here.
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Submit a Nomination for CSDA's
Special District Awards
Deadline to Submit: May 2, 2022
Nominate a special district for a CSDA Annual Award! The Awards provide an opportunity to showcase special districts’ most valuable contributions to the communities they serve. Special districts are also eligible to join the ILG Beacon program year-round and apply for Beacon Leadership and Innovation awards due at the same time. All award winners will be celebrated at the CSDA Annual Conference & Exhibitor Showcase August 22-25, 2022 in Palm Desert. Apply Today.
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Cal Cities Speaker Series:
Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.
California Secretary of State
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
(Rescheduled)
Secretary Weber will share her insights on leadership and maintaining civility even when opinions differ. The conversation will be invaluable for city officials interested in advancing equity and justice in their communities or those dealing with the rise of incivility in public forums. Learn More and Register Here.
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March Featured Partner:
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
ILG does important work in support of local governments, but we could not provide the education, training, consultation and resources to our local agencies without the steadfast support of our corporate partners.
This month’s featured partner is Liebert Cassidy Whitmore (LCW), a law firm and longtime partner of ILG. LCW provides local governments with unparalleled education, training, litigation and advisory services.
Among its many services, LCW is actively assisting agencies with recouping federal dollars for leave payments made to employees on COVID-related leave. Learn more about LCW here.
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ILG Participates in California 100
Launch Event: “Scenarios for California’s Infrastructure Future”
ILG was a proud participant in California 100’s recent launch event, which framed four possible scenarios for California’s infrastructure future. The hybrid event was held on March 30, and included research partners, policymakers, industry leaders and more to unveil the first set of futures reports projecting a possible path for California’s next 100 years. The four reports covered:
- The Future of Advanced Technology and Basic Research
- The Future of Energy, Environment and Natural Resources
- The Future of Housing and Community Development
- The Future of Transportation and Urban Planning
The launch signaled the beginning of a comprehensive strategy to explore California’s immense potential in the next century. ILG’s CEO & Executive Director Erica L. Manuel participated in the panel discussion along with research partners representing UCLA, UC Berkeley, Stanford, and more.
Learn More Here.
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WEBINAR: Don't Leave Money
on the Table!
Monday, April 11
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn how to recover money from the Federal Government for COVID leave payments and other COVID related costs. Attendees will also get a recap of the various COVID leave laws enacted since 2020, including the federal EPSL and EFML programs, and California’s SB 95 and SB 114. Register here.
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ARTICLE: Zoom Webinars vs. Zoom Meetings for Public Hearings
If you’re in the world of local government, you’ve likely become very familiar with the Zoom platform as an alternative to in-person public meetings. In this article, Tripepi Smith explores the key differences between Zoom Webinars and Zoom Meetings and recommends Council and Board meetings be hosted in the webinar format. Read more.
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ARTICLE: Need Help Planning
EV Projects?
Over the past few years, SCE has helped its customers install thousands of charging stations for passenger vehicles and hundreds more for heavy-duty vehicles like buses and trucks through its Charge Ready programs. Read more.
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EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Alyssa Silhi, Director of Government Affairs, for Renne Public Policy Group
Alyssa Silhi - City of Lincoln City Councilmember, Placer County Air Pollution Control District Board Chair and League of California Cities’ Sacramento Valley Division Board of Directors Secretary - joined Renne Public Policy Group (RPPG) as director of government affairs. She brings 15 years of experience in policies critical to local government. Alyssa shares news of her new role advocating for local government issues. Read more.
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ILG’s Partner Program provides a great opportunity to demonstrate your organization’s commitment to good governance at the local level, all while connecting with and engaging local decision-makers. Join us! | | | | |
