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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Cal Cities to the state: strengthening California’s communities starts at the local level
Dec 6, 2024
The League of California Cities Board of Directors today adopted the organization’s 2025 Advocacy Priorities with a clear message to the state: cities are a smart investment for a strong California. -
New resources available to help cities leverage CARE Court for residents
Dec 4, 2024
The California Health and Human Services Agency (HHS) has created a new guide to help cities implement the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court program. -
State lawmakers: Who is leaving and why it matters
Nov 13, 2024
As another legislative session ends, so too has the tenure of 36 state lawmakers. This is the first year legislators will end their terms under Proposition 28. -
Voters approve climate funding and public safety bonds by wide margins
Nov 13, 2024
Voters left little doubt about where they stand on public safety and climate change last week when they approved two Cal Cities-supported ballot measures by hefty margins. -
The state auditor is reviewing the housing element process: Here’s how to participate
Nov 6, 2024
The California State Auditor is currently conducting an audit of the state’s housing element review process. -
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.
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