A MESSAGE FROM ILG'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | |
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Dear Friends of ILG,
What a whirlwind February has been! The month was filled with inspiring and informative events that helped solidify our 2024 strategy and refine our key initiatives.
I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge signature activities like Black History Month in February and the upcoming Women’s History Month in March. But at ILG we are committed to advancing equity and diversity every day, not just in a particular season, so you can expect to see unapologetic recognition of the many diverse and exceptional local government leaders and programs throughout the year on our platforms.
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In this newsletter, you’ll get a snapshot of some of the key happenings at ILG and in the local government landscape. We have new board leadership, some new ways to engage with us on your workforce issues, and opportunities to highlight your team’s success. We’ll also be speaking at a few conferences and launching additional trainings for your staff. The legislative session is in full swing, and our three affiliates have some important policy events taking place that are open for registration as well. Our corporate partners are also sharing a number of important webinars, white papers and briefings that are available to you as well.
The work of a municipality and its staff and elected leaders is never done. Whether you’re planning for a storm or preparing for an election, the to-do list grows by the minute, even when your capacity and budgets seem to shrink by the day. At ILG, we know the challenges you’re facing and hope to work along side you to support your important work.
Please contact us to learn more about how we may be able to help your agency build capacity and achieve your important goals.
With gratitude from all of us at ILG,
Erica L. Manuel
CEO & Executive Director
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CONGRATULATE OUR NEW BOARD LEADERSHIP | |
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We’re excited to have Brett Channing ascend to the role of ILG Board Chair for 2024 and 2025. Brett has served on the ILG board since 2013 and was formerly the Governance Committee Chair and Vice Chair of the Board. Brett is the Assistant City Manager of the City of Corona.
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The 2024 ILG Board Leadership is:
· CHAIR: Brett Channing, Assistant City Manager, Corona
· VICE CHAIR: Lydia Romero, City Manager, Lemon Grove (Also Finance Chair & Treasurer)
· GOVERNANCE CHAIR: Randi Johl, Legislative Director & City Clerk, Temecula
· MARKETING CHAIR: James Keene, Former CSAC Executive Director, City Manager (Ret.)
· ADVANCEMENT CHAIR: Nat Rojanasathira, Assistant City Manager, Monterey
· PAST CHAIR: Teresa Acosta, City Councilmember, Carlsbad
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Additional ILG Board Members include: | |
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Michele Beal Bagneris
City Attorney/City Prosecutor, Pasadena
Jaron Brandon
Supervisor, Tuolumne County
Carolyn Coleman
CEO & Executive Director, League of California Cities
Chad Davisson
General Manager, Ironhouse Sanitary District
Rhonda Duggan
Supervisor, Mono County
Ruben Duran
Partner, Best Best & Krieger LLP
Graham Knaus
Executive Director, California State Association of Counties
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Justin Lovell
Director of Administrative Services, West County Wastewater District
MMANC Representative
Pat Martel
Retired City Manager, Cal-ICMA Representative
Neil McCormick
CEO, California Special Districts Association
Judith Mitchell
Former Councilmember, Rolling Hills Estates
Richard Montgomery
Mayor, Manhattan Beach
Lorenzo Rios
CEO, Clovis Veterans Memorial District
Johnathan Royas
Deputy City Manager, City of Santa Paula
MMASC Representative
Hilary Straus
General Manager, Citrus Heights Water District
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Together with our board, ILG remains committed to supporting cities, counties and special districts with training, education and technical assistance to address the variety of complex issues municipalities may face. | |
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Facing A Skills Gap?
New Survey Helps Pinpoint the Jobs You Need to Fill
What jobs are hardest to fill in your agency? As part of our ongoing efforts to understand and anticipate the workforce needs of cities, counties and special districts, we are gathering data about current and projected workforce needs. Your answers to the following survey will help us shape ILG’s new public sector apprenticeship program for non-traditional sectors.
This survey will take 5-10 minutes to complete. Should you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us at apprenticeships@ca-ilg.org.
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Brag About Your Team!
Does your team do a fantastic job with recruiting, retention and marketing? Celebrate their great work by sharing it with us.
We are building a library of successful HR policies, advertising & marketing materials. Our new Resource Hub will be a centralized, free digital repository of practices and resources local government employers are using to address workforce challenges and opportunities.
We will be including the best examples of successful marketing, policies, procedures, and practices related to:
· Recruitment (Process & Outreach Strategies)
· Onboarding
· Training, Mentoring & Professional Development
· Succession Planning
· Retention Strategies & Programs
· Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Efforts
· Job Posting & Classification Updates (including revision of Minimum Qualifications)
· Marketing & Advertising Samples (including successful language & design)
· Community Engagement Efforts
If you have resources you would like to be considered for inclusion in the Resource Hub, please complete this form on our website or email it to workforce@ca-ilg.org
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REGISTER FOR UPCOMING EVENTS, WEBINARS AND TRAININGS | |
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TIERS Public Engagement Training
Learn How to Build a Comprehensive Public Outreach & Engagement Strategy
April 24-25 | Virtual
Our popular TIERS public engagement training will return on April 24, 2024. This training is designed to help you operationalize your outreach and engagement efforts in a more sustainable and collaborative way and provide you with resources and digital tools necessary to authentically engage your community.
This training is open to all local government leaders in California, both staff and elected officials. The content is specially designed to apply to a variety of common local agency initiatives requiring public engagement, ranging from housing and sustainability to participatory budgeting and public safety. The training sessions will take place virtually over two days, with five hours of training on each day.
Learn more and register here.
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MMANC Winter Forum
Learn about Advancing Equity in the Public Sector
Friday, March 15, 2024 | Sonoma
ILG has partnered with the Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC) for many years. This month, MMANC is hosting their inaugural Equity Summit, the Winter Forum, focusing on “Equitable Representation: Advancing BIPOC Leadership in Local Government” and ILG is excited to collaborate in the effort.
This groundbreaking event is dedicated to fostering dialogue, sharing insights and promoting strategies towards achieving greater diversity, equity, and inclusion within local government leadership. It represents a significant step forward in collective efforts to create more inclusive communities and governance structures.
ILG will be hosting a break-out session on increasing pathways into public service for underrepresented populations and building partnerships to support outreach and increase equity in employment.
Join us! Find out more, and register here.
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Stanford’s Local Governance Summer Institute
Registration Now Open for Popular Summer Program
July 21-26, 2024 | Stanford, CA
ILG is a sponsor of Stanford’s 2024 Local Governance Summer Institute (LGSI). LGSI provides the opportunity for local agency leaders to exchange information and acquire tools for improving local government performance, while enhancing their personal capacity to innovate and to anticipate societal change. This one-week program is designed to strengthen individual capacities in leadership, public finance, negotiating, and strategic planning skills, while exposing participants to innovative solutions and technological advances supporting the emergence of smarter, more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities in California and around the world.
The application window is now open for this unique program.
Details and application information can be accessed here.
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DON'T MISS HIGHLIGHTS FROM FEBRUARY | |
February was a little longer this year, and ILG took full advantage of the extra day. We zig zagged across the state supporting local governments and engaging with local leaders. Our CEO even made it to Washington DC where she connected with our national partners. Here are some highlights. | |
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City Manager's Conference
Team ILG was excited to attend Cal Cities’ City Managers Conference in West Hollywood! It was inspiring to connect with leaders from across the state and connect cities of all sizes with ILG’s programs and resources.
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Nurturing Talent, Building Futures
ILG attended the Nurturing Talent, Building Futures event and facilitated a great discussion around the best way to expand registered apprenticeships and work-based learning programs in the public sector. The event was hosted by ILG partners Valley Vision, Sacramento Employment and Training Agency and SMUD.
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Catalyst Conference
ILG attended SGC’s Annual Catalyst Conference, where hundreds of our sustainability, engagement and infrastructure partners convened, to identify ways we can work together to meet ambitious climate goals.
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California’s Economic Future
ILG’s CEO serves on the Advisory Council for the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) and recently attended their launch event highlighting insights about California’s economy. The event featured perspectives from local government, state government and industry and explored the intersection of the economy with key issues like workforce, infrastructure, climate and equity.
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National League of Cities Youth Excel Convening
ILG attended the National League of Cities’ workforce event this month, and enjoyed some great discussions about best practices in the public sector workforce. We’re grateful for the opportunity to make these important connections!
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Meeting Mastery
Our SOLD OUT Meeting Mastery meeting facilitation and design training was amazing last month! We really enjoyed the thoughtful and enthusiastic participation from our trainees and are happy knowing that so many local government leaders are now armed with efficient new ways to approach public engagement.
Meeting Mastery will be back! If you missed us this time, stay tuned for news about the next opportunity, as well as several other trainings and webinars we have coming down the pipeline!
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Building Partnerships Across the Country
The work being done in California localities can have national impact. ILG’s CEO was excited to meet with our national city partner the National League of Cities in Washington DC to discuss opportunities for collaboration and alignment on various programs and initiatives.
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Housing Laws in California
Throughout 2024, housing law issues will be presented by BBK’s Housing, Economic Development and Real Estate team. On Wednesday, February 28th, BBK kicked off the 2024 Under One Roof housing webinar series providing a 2024 Legislative Update. Every other month, attorneys will provide guidance on the laws and regulations affecting housing development in California. The BBK team will discuss major issues impacting the development of affordable and market-rate housing.
Read more.
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Artificial Intelligence and Social Media
The landscape of social media is undergoing constant transformation. In this dynamic environment, communication professionals face mounting challenges, but the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a pivotal solution, offering tailored user experiences, targeted advertising and strategic brand reputation management.
Read more.
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Surplus Land Act Updates
Did you know the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) just released a draft of the updated Surplus Land Act (SLA) Guidelines and they are now available for public comment? HCD will also host a webinar to discuss the content & receive public comments.
Read More.
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Electric Demand on the Rise
Here’s a question that Southern California Edison (SCE) hears a lot -- "Is the grid ready?" With 90% of light-and medium duty vehicles and 95% of space and water heating in buildings projected to be electrified by 2045, SCE expects more than 80% rise in electricity demand from today.
Read more.
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CA Consensus Forecast
Get your first look at Q4 data with HdL Companies’ live California Consensus Forecast! Join the HdL team for Q4 2023 data and a deep dive into the major industry groups including: autos and transportation, building and construction, business and Industry, restaurants and hotels, and more!
Read more.
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2024 CSAC Legislative Conference
April 17-19, 2024
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento
The 2024 Legislative Conference schedule is packed. Attendees can attend policy committee meetings, workshops, County Caucus meetings (with a new reception for each caucus), time to connect with statewide legislators, a CSAC Board of Directors meeting, and more!
Learn more and register here.
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2024 Cal Cities City Leaders Summit
April 17-19, 2024
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center, Sacramento
The City Leaders Summit offers opportunities for city leaders from across the state to influence policy decisions in the Capitol and gain top-notch leadership skills. City officials can meet with legislators to advocate for cities’ top priorities and participate in peer-to-peer discussions and in-depth sessions covering topics ranging from leadership to emerging issues facing cities.
Read more and register here.
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Special Districts Legislative Days
May 21-22, 2024
Sacramento, CA
Lawmakers in Sacramento are making critical decisions that will impact the budget and operations of special districts and California communities. Special Districts Legislative Days is the only opportunity for all types of special districts, large and small, north and south, rural and urban to come together with one united voice. Issues like revenue, governance, labor, and public works matter to all districts whether they provide water, sewer, fire protection, parks, cemeteries, healthcare, mosquito abatement, ports, harbors, airports, libraries, or other essential services.
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