Cal Cities expands and protects local control for cities through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians.
Cal Cities Action Agenda 
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COVID-19 Recovery FundingSecure state and federal funding for local COVID-19 public health response and economic recovery for all.
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Housing and HomelessnessSecure funding to increase the supply and affordability of housing and resources to assist individuals experiencing homelessness.
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Disaster PreparednessImprove state-local coordination and planning to strengthen community disaster preparedness, resiliency, and recovery.
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Critical InfrastructureProtect and modernize critical infrastructure.
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Together, with our members, Cal Cities delivers major victories for cities year after year – protecting local control, securing billions of dollars in new funding, and preserving existing city resources.
100 +
bills/ballot measures passed or defeated to retain local control
$13 Billion
in new funding for cities in the past five years
$8+ Billion
in federal recovery funding in 2021
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Aug 4, 2021
Guide to Local Recovery Update: August 4City leaders are encouraged to join the League of California Cities in urging Congress to pass the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and a number of webinars are available this month on how cities can utilize American Rescue Plan funds to advance equity in their communities.
Aug 4, 2021
National League of Cities accepting leadership applications, now through September 21The National League of Cities (NLC) is accepting applications for leadership positions on its board of directors, federal advocacy committees, member councils, and constituency groups. League of California Cities endorsement requests are due September 7.
Aug 4, 2021
The city of Arcata flushes with pride!Arcata has a unique — and award-winning — approach to wastewater treatment, known as the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary. The bayside city uses oxidation ponds and freshwater marshes to clean wastewater through a mostly natural process involving bacteria, plants, and sunlight.
