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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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Here are the bills that survived the suspense file carnage
Aug 21, 2024
Last Thursday was a busy day for the state’s appropriations committees, which had to chop through 830 bills as part of the twice-annual suspense file process. -
Lawmakers send retail theft bills to the Governor
Aug 14, 2024
Lawmakers on Aug. 12 passed a 10-bill package broadly supported by Cal Cities that seeks to reduce retail theft. Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign the measures into law. -
The first Prop 1. funding deadline is two months away
Aug 14, 2024
Over $3 billion in competitive grant funding for behavioral health from Proposition 1. is now available. -
Cal Cities breaks down November climate bond funding
Aug 14, 2024
Cal Cities has released a guide to Proposition 4, otherwise known as the Safe Drinking Water, Wildlife Prevention, Drought Preparedness, and Clean Air Bond Act of 2024. -
What will you learn at the annual conference?
Jul 31, 2024
Here’s a sneak peek at what to expect when you join over 1,900 city officials (and counting) in Long Beach for three days of education, collaboration, and connection this Oct. 16-18. -
Prop 1. funding was just released. Here’s how your city can prepare
Jul 17, 2024
Gov. Gavin Newsom today announced the release of $3.3 billion in competitive grant funding for behavioral health from Proposition 1. Cities can apply for the funding, half of which is reserved specifically for cities and counties. -
State finalizes long-term water savings regulations
Jul 3, 2024
The State Water Resources Control Board today adopted new water conservation rules that will impact nearly 400 urban water suppliers — about half of which are cities. -
Supreme Court says cities may enforce public camping ordinances
Jun 28, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court today ruled in favor of cities, issuing a major decision on regulating sleeping and camping on public property. -
Cal Cities pushing for climate bond as deadline looms
Jun 26, 2024
Cal Cities is in strong support of ongoing negotiations by the Legislature to place a climate bond on the November ballot — if lawmakers adopt amendments to support local efforts to meet the state’s climate goals. -
State Bills in Brief: June 26-July 3
Jun 26, 2024
Welcome to the next-to-last State Bills in Brief. (In theory.)
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