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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Running for the Legislature? This Cal Cities program can help
Feb 28, 2024
The application window for the 2024 California Civic Leadership Institute (CCLI) opens on March 1. -
Local and state electeds call for federal leaders to step up and end the cross-border sewage crisis at the Tijuana River
Feb 21, 2024
It’s not just water flowing into the Pacific Ocean from the Tijuana River. Cloudy wastewater and sewage particulate matter are also being flushed into the ocean and sometimes the air. -
Cal Cities puts local control at the forefront with 12 sponsored bills
Feb 21, 2024
Cal Cities is working with lawmakers on a package of bills that puts cities in the driver's seat — literally in one case. -
Here’s how Cal Cities is opposing the CBRT-sponsored ballot initiative
Feb 14, 2024
Over the past year, Cal Cities has been gearing up for an existential ballot measure fight that could impact every city in California. -
Cal Cities nominee at the helm of new plastic prevention advisory board
Feb 7, 2024
CalRecycle handed the reins of a new plastic prevention advisory board to Cal Cities’ nominee Timothy Burroughs last week. -
Workforce, public safety, and infrastructure top of list at federal meetings
Feb 7, 2024
Cal Cities leadership took their advocacy directly to Washington last week as part of an annual state league lobbying day organized by the National League of Cities. -
Lawmakers wrapped up last year’s leftover bills. Here’s what it means for cities
Jan 31, 2024
Cal Cities solidified some key early wins last week as lawmakers wrapped up last year's remaining business. California's legislative cycle lasts two years. Bills that fail to advance in the first year can be taken up again in the second year. -
Cal Cities and other advocates urge ambitious action on retail theft
Jan 31, 2024
Cal Cities and a broad coalition are urging policymakers to center any discussions on retail theft around three core pillars: prevention, enforcement, and supervision. -
Lobby lawmakers and gain policy insights at the 2024 City Leaders Summit
Jan 31, 2024
The League of California Cities' biggest advocacy event — the City Leaders Summit — returns to the state Capitol, from April 17-19. -
Cal Cities-sponsored bill puts local officials in the driver’s seat
Jan 24, 2024
A bill backed by Cal Cities, labor advocates, and local government groups would allow cities and counties to pass rules for driverless vehicles — just like they can for taxicabs.
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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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