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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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. -
Remote public meetings bill gets a second shot
Jan 24, 2024
A bill that would make it easier for people to serve on local advisory bodies, boards, and commissions is set for an Assembly floor vote this Thursday. -
Supreme Court takes up key homelessness case
Jan 17, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday agreed to review a lower court’s ruling in Johnson v. City of Grants Pass. The opinion prohibits Grants Pass, Oregon, from enforcing its anti-camping ordinances against all involuntarily homeless individuals within the city. -
CalRecycle unveils draft single-use plastic regulations
Jan 10, 2024
The landmark law established an extended producer responsibility program to manage single-use plastics across every sector of the economy. -
Cal Cities renews call for ongoing housing and homelessness services funding, vows to protect local revenues during economic woes
Jan 3, 2024
The League of California Cities on Tuesday called on the state to not only honor previous funding commitments but create an ongoing, $3 billion funding stream to increase affordable housing and reduce homelessness. -
Cal Cities to the state: Budget deficit should not slow down investments in cities
Dec 1, 2023
The League of California Cities Board of Directors today adopted the organization’s League of California Cities 2024 Advocacy Priorities, setting the stage for cities to work with the Legislature, the Governor, and other stakeholders during the coming year.
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