The League of California Cities is a member-informed organization. By engaging and educating key decision-makers, we defend local control through advocacy in the Legislature, at the ballot box, and in the courts. We also offer engagement opportunities and education programs designed to teach city officials about new developments in their field and exchange solutions to common challenges facing cities. Together, we elevate Cal Cities as the leading voice for California cities.
Cal Cities Delivers
Here are some ways that Cal Cities delivered January-May 2026.
550+ media mentions
Amplified the need for important resources for cities
350+ city voices
Came to City Leaders Summit, held 85+ meetings at the Capitol
2,100+ city officials
Convened 20 roundtables on important issues to cities
35 events
Hosted Regional Division events with 1,600+ members
Cal Cities Delivers news
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Voters approve housing bond, will likely reject Prop. 43
Nov 4, 2026
Although the final count is still days away, it seems likely that California voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a multibillion-dollar housing bond and blocked an attempt to limit citizens’ ability to fund essential services. -
2026 Legislative Year in Review
Nov 4, 2026
The 2026 legislative session began business as usual, but as Gov. Gavin Newsom’s final year unfolded, lawmakers started challenging his priorities and advancing their own. -
Over 100 local elected officials announce opposition to Prop. 43
Oct 28, 2026
Elected officials from over 100 local governments have announced their opposition to Proposition 43, a November statewide ballot measure that requires all local special taxes to receive two-thirds voter approval. -
Build a healthier, more resilient workplace through Cal Cities’ free workforce health program
Oct 14, 2026
Cal Cities is accepting applications for its revamped Cities for Workforce Health Consulting program. -
Mayors and frontline workers rally to oppose Prop. 43
Oct 7, 2026
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee today spoke at a rally in opposition to Proposition 43. -
Cities scored big legislative wins this year
Oct 7, 2026
Cal Cities notched some major wins in the final days of the session, when state leaders blocked key pension and wildfire liability bills, as well as a notable local revenue diversion. -
Local government champions and actionable insights abound at Cal Cities’ 2026 annual conference
Sep 30, 2026
Over 2,100 city officials joined Cal Cities and subject matter experts in Anaheim for the 2026 Annual Conference and Expo. -
November ballot measure could limit voters’ ability to fund essential local services
Sep 16, 2026
Local government associations and public safety, labor, and community groups have joined forces to oppose Proposition 43, a constitutional amendment on the November statewide ballot that could limit voters’ ability to raise revenue for local government services. -
Local leaders urge action on organized metal theft
Sep 16, 2026
Asm. Mark González, local officials, and business leaders on Monday urged Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign AB 1941. -
FCC broadband proposal preempts local authority
Sep 16, 2026
Cal Cities sent a letter today to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) pushing back against a proposal that could significantly limit how cities manage fiber optic cables and other wireline telecommunications infrastructure in public rights-of-way.
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