Redistricting: What Cities Need to Know
Session 1: Wednesday, June 30, 2021
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Cities across the state are beginning the redistricting process. Because this process only happens once every decade, the stakes are high, especially for those doing it for the first time. Hear from seasoned experts about the basics of the process, legal requirements and tips to navigate the process gracefully. Gain a better understanding of the roles of staff and elected officials and how to manage the timeline to create a successful redistricting process and plan.

Registration is free.

Speakers:
  • Matthew “Mal” Richardson, Partner, Best Best & Krieger
  • Stephanie Smith, former City Clerk, Cities of Murrieta and Lake Forest & Director of Election Services, Best Best & Krieger
  • Ken Strasma, CEO, HaystaqDNA

Moderated by Melissa Kuehne, Senior Program Manager, Institute for Local Government
This webinar is hosted by ILG in partnership with:
Redistricting: What Your Community Needs to Know
Session 2: Tuesday, July 20, 2021
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Redistricting is a complex process that may be challenging to explain to your residents. This process will be further complicated by the fact that cities are still working to navigate virtual and hybrid public meetings and engagement activities. Hear from ILG and your local government colleagues about new outreach rules and tips and strategies to effectively communicate and engage with your residents on redistricting topics.

Registration is free.

  • Mark Jomsky, City Clerk, City of Pasadena
  • Ryder Smith, President, Tripepi Smith
  • Melissa Kuehne, Senior Program Manager, Institute for Local Government

Moderated by the Institute for Local Government
This webinar is hosted by ILG in partnership with: