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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Propositions 36 and 4 likely to pass; Prop. 5 within margin of error, according to new poll
Oct 30, 2024
Cal Cities’ advocacy will likely pay off again in the coming election. A new poll conducted by the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) found that a majority of likely voters support both an anti-crime ballot measure and a $10 billion climate bond. -
Powerhouse keynote speakers, awards, and more: Highlights from Cal Cities’ 2024 annual conference
Oct 23, 2024
Close to 2,300 city officials joined Cal Cities and subject matter experts in Long Beach for the 2024 Annual Conference and Expo — the largest gathering since 2015. -
Cal Cities partners with VC3 to deliver cybersecurity and technology services
Oct 23, 2024
The League of California Cities has partnered with VC3 to deliver cybersecurity and technology services to cities in California. -
CalPERS votes to leave discount rate unchanged
Oct 9, 2024
At the urging of Cal Cities, the California Public Employees’ Retirement System voted last month to not lower the fund’s discount rate and expected rate of return. -
City leaders rally for three key ballot initiatives
Oct 9, 2024
Cal Cities and local leaders throughout the state are voicing their support for anti-crime, climate, and affordable housing measures on the November 2024 ballot. -
Which of the 800+ bills signed over the weekend will impact cities the most?
Oct 2, 2024
With one last message about fiscal responsibility, Gov. Gavin Newsom closed out the legislative session on Monday. -
Newsom signs recovery housing bills
Sep 25, 2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two major recovery housing bills sponsored by Cal Cities last weekend. -
Governor rolls out Homekey+ and new housing and homelessness law
Sep 25, 2024
Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the upcoming availability of $2.25 billion in Proposition 1 funding, along with changes to the state’s housing planning process. -
Cal Cities releases more climate bond resources for cities
Sep 18, 2024
Cal Cities has developed a slide deck and sample city resolution for cities that want to support the Safe Drinking Water, Wildlife Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024. -
City leaders voice support for November anti-crime ballot measure
Sep 11, 2024
The Senate and Assembly public safety committees on Tuesday held a joint hearing on Proposition 36. Cal Cities supports the initiative, also known as the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act.
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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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