October 1, 2024

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO

Dear friends of ILG, 


As we step into autumn, the ILG team is busy traveling up and down the state to meet with local governments and community leaders. We are always energized by the connections and heartened by the amazing work you are doing in your communities every day. 


We continue to grow our efforts in public sector workforce development, and recently presented about our apprenticeship initiatives at the CSDA Annual Conference, Meeting of the Minds, and the Northern California Apprenticeship Network. Please consider joining our upcoming virtual IDEA Summit to hear innovative strategies and successful examples of growing diversity, equity, and access to public sector careers. 


October shows no signs of slowing down, as the ILG team heads to the Cal Cities Annual Conference & Expo, the Clean Mobility Forum, and the Global Civility Summit—just to name a few!  


In this newsletter we highlight the launch of BOOST Imperial Valley, and the last Meeting Mastery training of the year. And as always, we have exciting updates from our partners and affiliates. 


Thank you once again for your support and your service to your communities. We hope to see you out on the road this month! 


With gratitude,  


Erica L. Manuel 

CEO & Executive Director 

NEWS AND FEATURED EVENTS


New Public-Private Partnership Will Foster Infrastructure and Community Investments in Imperial Valley 


To help ensure that opportunities for new infrastructure, economic development, and climate resilience reach a region that is poised to play a key part in our clean energy future, ILG and the California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) have launched BOOST Imperial Valley as part of the Imperial Valley Ecosystem Initiative, a program designed to help Imperial Valley communities access federal, state, and public investments to meet their infrastructure needs and community development goals.

Learn More

The IDEA Summit

Improving Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) to Public Sector Careers

 

The IDEA Summit is a new event for local and state government leaders, K-12 and college educators, community-based organizations, and public sector professionals looking for tools, resources, strategies, and opportunities to implement innovative workforce solutions.  


In addition to numerous panelists and experts, we are excited to welcome Anthony Cordova, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Economic Development for the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office, as a featured speaker, highlighting the important opportunities for community colleges and public sector employers to collaborate on workforce solutions! 


Register for the Summit to learn about emerging and time-tested strategies to address workforce challenges in the public sector. Sessions will explore registered apprenticeships, school-municipal partnerships, reducing barriers to entry, DEI, recruitment and retention best practices, and more. 


The IDEA Summit is made possible through support from the Workforce Accelerator Fund and High Road Training Partnership. Hosted in partnership with Innovative Pathways to Public Service. 

Register Now!

UPCOMING WEBINARS & TRAININGS

TRAINING: Meeting Mastery Meeting Facilitation & Design


Wednesday, October 23 & Thursday, October 24

10:00 am - 3:00 pm


Jon us for the last Meeting Mastery of the year! In this comprehensive training, we will teach you the art of designing and facilitating productive public meetings and provide you with the tools to engage with your community authentically and effectively. This session is specifically designed for local government staff and practitioners. Don't miss this opportunity to secure your spot! We look forward to seeing you on October 23 and 24. Register today!

Webinar: Public Meetings: From Brown Act Basics to New Legislation


Thursday, October 3, 12:00 - 1:00 pm


Open meeting laws protect transparency and public access to local government meetings. But they can be challenging to navigate, especially with the changes during the pandemic and since. This webinar will cover best practices for Brown Act compliance, AB 2449’s regulations around virtual and hybrid meetings, and what to look out for in the current legislative session. Register now.

Virtual Conference: Global Civility Summit


Thursday, October 10, 1:00 - 4:00 pm


Toxic behavior in the public sphere doesn't just disrupt—it erodes the trust, safety and shared understanding necessary for good governance, effective service delivery and human well-being. With incivility on the rise, a decisive, intentional and lasting response that goes beyond legislative tools and enforcement is critical. This summit is a vital gathering for all who play a part in shaping a respectful, civil community and will focus on the pivotal role of civic leaders in nurturing pro-social values, bridging divides, and building a vibrant and healthy civic culture. 


ILG’s Erica Manuel will be featured discussing the challenges facing our public agencies, and strategies to lead with civility in mind. Register here.

SEPTEMBER AT A GLANCE

Annual Board Retreat a Resounding Success


ILG hosted our Board of Directors in Sacramento where we discussed programmatic priorities, shared exciting updates to our branding and website, and connected with ILG friends, funders and partners. 

Collaboration Abounds at Meeting of the Minds 


ILG’s Rafael Aguillera participated in a panel at this year’s Meeting of the Minds on A Statewide Hub for Public Sector Apprenticeships. We were honored to share the stage with our partners from Clover Agency, NextGen Policy, Calbright, Rancho Santiago Community College District, and the Chef Ann Foundation to highlight our apprenticeship initiatives.  

Connecting Special Districts to Workforce Opportunities



Team ILG was excited to see our special district colleagues at CSDA’s Annual Conference in Indian Wells. ILG’s Erica Manuel led a session on Public Sector Apprenticeships – a Pathway to Scalable Success which featured our apprenticeship initiative and opportunities for special districts to engage with ILG’s workforce projects.

ILG Partners with Cal Cities to Discuss Housing


ILG’s Melissa Kuehne facilitated a housing discussion at the Cal Cities Redwood Empire Division Meeting, including successful applications of the SB 2, LEAP, and REAP funding as well as continued barriers and challenges to additional housing production and the needs for regional collaboration.  

Promoting Local Gov’t Apprenticeships at the Northern California Apprenticeship Network (NCAN)


ILG’s Erica Manuel presented at the quarterly NCAN meeting in San Francisco, emphasizing the critical role of expanding non-traditional registered apprenticeships in local government. Her presentation highlighted our new workforce initiatives, including the recent Apprenticeships Building America (ABA2) grant from the USDOL. ILG’s Rafael Aguilera attended in person, taking the opportunity to connect with NCAN members and gain insights from other presenters such as Assembly Labor Chair Liz Ortega, DAS, SEMI Foundation, Bay Area Community College Consortium, and NPower.


Rafael represented ILG in the field, capturing views of the Bay Area from the historic Klamath, a regular venue for NCAN meetings.

National League of Cities Early Learning Initiative


ILG’s Erica Manuel joined a cohort of the National League of Cities Early Learning Initiative on their recent workshop in Sacramento with a welcoming keynote presentation about Curiosity, Collaboration & Connection. The cohort connects cities with community-based organizations and other stakeholders to advance policies and practices that support families and children.  

Grand Opening: Centennial Way Park South


ILG's Hanna Stelmakhovych attended the grand opening of the City of South San Francisco's Centennial Way Park South. ILG partnered with the city on the second round of our BOOST Program and was instrumental in helping the city receive $2.4M through a Clean California Grant to fund this new park.

California American Planning Association Annual Conference



At the conference this week, ILG highlighted strategies for engaging and training planning commissions. We shared tips and tricks for successful onboarding, running successful meetings, and promoting positive working relationships between staff, the commission and the council/board. 

CSDA Book Club


ILG's Erica Manuel facilitated the CSDA Quarterly Book Club in September, where the cohort explored key leadership insights from the book The Leader Who Had No Title. The quarterly club explores interesting topics and important themes for public sector leaders. 

WHAT WE'VE BEEN READING

Case Studies: City Public & Curbside EV Charging Strategies


This brief, from the Center for Law, Energy & the Environment (CLEE), is intended to guide local leaders as they plan and execute public EV charging infrastructure development with a focus on equitable investment. Read more.

You’re Probably Not As Good at Talking and Listening As You Think, Argues Veteran NPR Host


Longtime journalist Celeste Headlee talks to Western City about talking — why it’s important, how we can get better at it, and why we shouldn’t shy away from difficult or embarrassing topics. Read more.

Innovation Is Part of Rural America’s DNA

 

Innovation and entrepreneurship are fundamental to America’s national identity, yet they are commonly associated with big cities. This podcast shares stories from entrepreneurs across the country who are bringing the digital economy, affordable housing, and childcare to rural places. Read or listen.



AFFILIATE UPDATES

Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo 


Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach 

October 16-18, 2024


This year’s Cal Cities conference will feature speakers and timely presentations on key topics for local leaders, plus numerous opportunities for peer-to-peer sharing with other California city officials. The popular Expo Hall, filled with new and familiar faces, will be brimming with opportunities to engage with organizations that provide services to cities. ILG will have a booth so come see us! In addition to announcing our city Beacon Award winners, ILG will also be hosting Understanding Public Service Ethics Laws and Principles (AB 1234) on Wednesday, October 16 at 10:00am, alongside our partners from the Renne Public Law Group and AB 1661 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training on Friday, October 18 at 8:45 in with our partners from Hanson Bridgett. Register today!


ILG is a State Bar of California minimum continuing legal education (MCLE) approved provider and certifies that each session/activity meets the standards for MCLE credit by the State Bar of California in the total amount of 2 hours (general credits). Provider #13881

CSDA 2024 Board Secretary/Clerk Conference


San Diego Marriott Mission Valley

October 21-23, 2024


Whether you are a new or an experienced board secretary/clerk, continuing education is essential to keeping current on the many aspects of your job. 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 this certificate program. The Board Secretary/Clerk Certificate has become the gold standard for special district board secretaries and clerks throughout California. You’re invited to participate as a first-time attendee to earn your certificate and come back year after year to advance your knowledge of special districts through new and exciting breakout sessions tailored for you. Register today!

CSAC 130th Annual Meeting 


Pasadena Convention Center, Los Angeles County

November 18-22, 2024


This year's CSAC Annual Meeting promises to be an extraordinary gathering of county leaders, impactful networking opportunities, and discussions on pressing issues shaping California communities. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with peers, gain valuable insights, and celebrate the successes of California counties. ILG will once again be hosting Understanding Public Service Ethics Laws and Principles (AB 1234) on Friday, November 22Register today!


ILG is a State Bar of California minimum continuing legal education (MCLE) approved provider and certifies that each session/activity meets the standards for MCLE credit by the State Bar of California. Provider #13881

PARTNER UPDATES

Local Businesses Save Big with Clean Energy


Switching to clean energy can save businesses money and improve operations. Joe Borrelli, owner of Butcher Block BBQ, partnered with SCE to implement electric appliances in his restaurant. By switching to an electric smoker, Borrelli not only reduced labor costs but also ensured consistent product quality. Read more.

Election Law Toolkit Information


Best Best & Krieger LLP’s Election Law Resource Center gives California cities the Vote of Confidence they need to ensure legal compliance with all aspects of local elections. This unique resource includes a digital and hard copy of BBK’s Election Law Toolkit available for purchase at bbkmarketplace.com

Lessons from Meltwater’s 2024 Global Digital Report


Most public agency leaders are well aware that their residents are increasingly on social media to find local news, share information with their networks and interact with friends and neighbors. But just how prevalent is the trend? The 2024 Global Digital Report — released annually by Meltwater, Tripepi Smith’s media intelligence partner — sheds light on the scale of people’s digital media use on a macro level. Read more.

Preparing your company for climate change: Q&A with Walt Zalis


Climate change is reshaping how businesses operate, and the ability to adapt is becoming a defining factor for future success. To explore how companies can navigate this evolving landscape, CLEAResult sat down with Senior Program Director of Energy Transition, Climate and Buildings, Walt Zalis. Read more.

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