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News from the
Institute for Local Government
October 2022
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MESSAGE FROM ILG CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | |
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Special Districts Magazine: Civility Matters
Local agency leaders will continue to see an increase in hostility, divisiveness, bad behavior and misconduct in their public meetings if the rise in incivility over the past two years is left unchecked, which threatens to weaken the foundation of our democracy. ILG is here to help with resources and training for local governments to operate more effectively as a team and better engage with each other, district staff and the communities they serve. Read more.
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National League of Cities Report: Trauma, Challenges & Solutions
ICYMI, this report from NLC highlights the ongoing struggle of many local leaders. We’re re-reading this report ahead of November’s election to continue the dialogue about divisiveness, civility and bridging divides in local politics. Read more.
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SGC Op-Ed: California As a Justice 40 Leader
How do we leverage unprecedented public investment to build infrastructure that responds to the climate crisis and the needs of underserved communities? The California Strategic Growth Council hopes to answer this question and more in this op-ed and its upcoming Catalyst Conference being held Feb 1-2, 2023. ILG CEO & Executive Director Erica L. Manuel serves on the event steering committee representing local governments. Read more.
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SPOTLIGHT ON PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT & EQUITY | |
Engagement & Equity: A Conversation with ILG Senior Program Manager Roberto Carlos Torres | | |
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This month, we’re talking to ILG’s new Senior Program Manager for Engagement & Equity, Roberto Carlos Torres, about his background, his passions and his plans for the public engagement pillar. | |
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NEW WEBINAR SERIES!
Part I: Social Media & Public Engagement Best Practices for Local Governments
Thursday, October 13, 2022
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
As in-person events increasingly become the norm again, diverse and wide-reaching social media platforms will continue to be a vital tool for local governments to effectively reach the communities and residents they serve. Social media, however, is also a source of misinformation and division. Join ILG, Tripepi Smith and local leaders for Part I in a new webinar series designed to address both the opportunities and challenges with social media use and learn how to design cohesive in-person and social media campaigns that that help build trust and transparency.
This webinar is hosted by ILG in partnership with Tripepi Smith.
Learn more and register here.
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Part II: Understanding New Legal Developments for Public Sector Social Media
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Social media is regulated by a complex set of legal parameters that are always changing, especially for elected officials. Part II of ILG’s social media webinar series will discuss the newest legal developments for public sector social media and provide best practices for developing and adopting a social media policy for your local government’s social platforms. Additional topics covered will include recent Brown Act updates, due process parameters, public records retention and more.
This webinar is hosted by ILG in partnership with Best Best & Krieger LLP.
Learn more and register here.
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WORKSHOP REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON!
Public Engagement Training for Local Government Leaders
TIERS: Think – Initiate – Engage – Review – Shift
Wednesday, October 19 & Thursday, October 20, 2022
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
If you missed our sold out summer session, ILG is offering one more TIERS Public Engagement Training this year. This two-day virtual training will help California local government leaders master the public engagement process and build trust in their communities. This comprehensive training is open to any local government leaders in California. The content is specially designed to apply to a variety of common local agency initiatives requiring public engagement, ranging from housing and climate change to budgeting and public safety. The training sessions will take place virtually over two days, with five hours of training on each day. Space is limited. Deadline to register is Friday, October 7. Learn more and register here.
“The TIERS training was incredibly motivating for our team and we were able to immediately put what we learned about the TIERS process to work on our current projects. We left with best practices and a clear process we can follow.”
– Jose Gurrola, Former Mayor, City of Arvin
Registration for this comprehensive training is just $625,
significantly discounted from 2019 costs.
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OTHER WEBINARS, TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS | |
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Local Government Recruitment and Retention: What Managers Need to Know
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The great resignation, continued retirement wave and lingering impacts of the COVID pandemic are having significant and lasting effects on local government staffing. Trends related to remote and flexible work, community engagement, training, mentorship and compensation all impact an agency’s ability to recruit and retain talent. Get strategies, best practices and lessons learned for recruiting and retaining a talented workforce.
This webinar is hosted by ILG in partnership with Peckham & McKenney.
Learn more and register here.
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LAST CHANCE TO BOOK A Q4 SESSION!
Customized Leadership & Governance Training for Councils and Boards
Schedule a customized training uniquely tailored to your planning & strategy needs
Will the makeup of your council change after the November election? Has it been a few years since you reviewed your agency’s vision and mission? Do you have new board or council members or a new senior leadership team at the staff level? In the last few years, have you taken enough time to pause and think about your strategic direction and goals? Is your agency struggling with divisiveness, incivility or inappropriate conduct?
ILG offers customized Leadership & Governance workshops for local government jurisdictions statewide. These sessions are available virtually and in-person upon request. The session topics are specifically tailored for your agency’s unique situation and can cover a wide range of topics.
Learn more and book an informational briefing here.
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Regional Planning Commissioner Trainings
Next Trainings:
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San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties | Friday, October 7, 2022
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Humboldt, Mendocino, Del Norte and Lake Counties | Friday, October 14, 2022
There is still time to attend a regional planning commissioner training. ILG is hosting in-person sessions free of charge exclusively for city and county planning commissioners. The trainings are designed to benefit both new and seasoned professionals. In each training session, we reserve time to network and discuss local planning challenges and opportunities that are specific for each region. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts in the field and learn from fellow planning commissioners about best practices, emerging trends and lessons learned. Learn more and sign up for a training today.
This training series is hosted by ILG in partnership with HCD and Placeworks.
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San Joaquin Valley Sustainable Transportation Equity Program (STEP) Launches First Carshare Program
Air quality and transportation are closely linked. But transportation is about more than just getting people from point A to point B. For many, having access to quality transportation services could mean the difference between getting a good paying job, having access to healthcare or being able to spend precious time with family and friends. The Sustainable Transportation Equity Program (STEP), is an innovative pilot program through the California Air Resources Board aimed at increasing transportation equity in disadvantaged and low income communities.
ILG is partnering with the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) on a STEP project in the San Joaquin Valley, and they recently launched the first carshare location in partnership with the Housing Authority at an event at Conway Homes. Below is media coverage of the event.
Low cost, electric car-share program to come to Conway Homes
South Stockton residents get chance to try electric car sharing service
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Congratulations to Our Local Government Champions!
We are still accepting nominations for local government staff, elected and appointed officials, who are doing great work in the service of their communities. Congratulations to recent honorees whose dedication to public service and serving California's communities is admirable, inspirational and a model for current and future local government leaders.
Learn more about this year-long recognition program and submit your nomination today!
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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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CSDA Board Secretary/Clerk Conference
Monterey, CA
Monday, November 7, 2022
Whether new or experienced, continuing education is essential to keeping current on the many aspects of board secretary/clerk careers. In an effort to expand educational opportunities for this important position in special districts and to provide an opportunity to recognize individuals who invest the time in becoming trained in the various components of the job, CSDA created the Board Secretary/Clerk Certificate program. The Board Secretary/Clerk Certificate has become the gold standard for special district board secretaries and clerks throughout California. First-time attendees can earn their certificate and come back year after year to advance their knowledge of special districts through new and exciting breakout sessions tailored for them. Deadline for early bird registration is Friday, October 7. Learn more and register here.
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CSAC Annual Meeting
Disneyland Hotel
Anaheim, CA | Orange County
Monday, November 14 – Friday, November 18, 2022
The California State Association of Counties® 128th Annual Meeting is themed ADVANCING CHANGE with a focus on the determination of California’s Counties to advance improvements in their communities despite the turbulent storms of the pandemic, wildfires and other challenging circumstances. Join CSAC, ILG and hundreds of county colleagues to learn and share how California’s Counties are Advancing Change. Deadline to register is Monday, October 31. Learn more and register.
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Cal Cities’ Helen Putnam Award for Excellence Honorees Announced
Cal Cities recently announced the 12 winning cities of the esteemed Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in 2022. Each city was chosen for their outstanding efforts and innovative programs to improve the quality of life and delivery of services in their communities. The award is given annually in 12 categories. Congratulations to the winning cities! Learn more about the winning cities.
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Partner Feature: Tripepi Smith
Tripepi Smith is a provider of marketing, technology and public affairs consulting services. Combining years of experience in local government, technology and the marketing fields, Tripepi Smith offers a unique blend of skills to help local governments achieve their goals. The Tripepi Smith team helps local government leaders and staff with outreach campaigns, video production, content writing, messaging, graphic work, technology infrastructure, websites and social media including partnering with ILG on an upcoming webinar that will teach social media and public engagement best practices for local governments on Thursday, October 13. Learn more about Tripepi Smith and their services.
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ARTICLE: Enhancing Workplace “Vibes” for the New Gen Z
The newest generational wave, Generation Z or “Gen Z,” has now entered the workplace and is on track to be one of the most diverse generations in U.S. history. Many Gen Zs entered the workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic and experienced their formative years in the workplace via remote work, unlike previous generations. These differences may create new challenges, and employers can anticipate a shift in workplace culture and needs as more Gen Zs enter the workforce. Read more.
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ARTICLE: Protecting Communities Before Dangerous Winds Begin
Operation Santa Ana, named after the infamous Southern California winds that typically occur from September to May, is SCE's annual inspection of trees and other vegetation near power lines in high fire risk areas. The strong, gusty and sometimes hurricane-force winds bring hot, dry weather and create dangerous, wildfire-prone conditions. SCE has been conducting these inspections across the company's 50,000-square-mile service area with fire agencies in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties for more than two decades. 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! | | | | |
