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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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. -
Policy and equity committee applications due Oct. 2
Sep 9, 2026
Are you looking to get more involved with Cal Cities, connect with peers, or influence statewide legislation? -
Everything cities need to know about the heated last days of session
Sep 2, 2026
The legislative session came to a rather explosive end on Tuesday afternoon. -
November bond measure could provide billions in funding for affordable housing and veterans housing
Sep 2, 2026
This November, California voters will have 14 statewide ballot measures to consider, including Proposition 1 — which would allow the state to sell $11.25 billion in general obligation bonds for the development, preservation and rehabilitation of affordable housing and veterans housing. -
North Bay city officials lobby lawmakers on wildfire liability, pensions, and more
Sep 2, 2026
Cities from Cal Cities’ North Bay Division made their voices heard in Sacramento amid last week’s end-of-session chaos. The group advocated on several pressing city issues, including proposed changes to wildfire liability and employee pensions. -
Five things city leaders need to know about the final five days of session
Aug 26, 2026
The session ends in five days, Aug. 31 at midnight on the dot, leaving little room for error. -
East Bay officials lobby lawmakers in Sacramento
Aug 19, 2026
The Cal Cities East Bay Division Board of Directors traveled to Sacramento last Wednesday to advocate on top city issues, including changes to wildfire liability and key public safety bills.
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Our policy positions are entirely driven by our members – city officials like you. Through our multiple policy committees, divisions, departments, and our board, city officials drive the positions Cal Cities takes on legislation. If you aren’t already engaged, we’d love to have your voice join our efforts.
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