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The League of California Cities engages with city officials through a variety of channels to keep them informed on the issues that matter most to cities. Explore this page to learn about all of the ways to stay connected with Cal Cities and get the latest news about education and conferences, legislation impacting cities, advocacy updates, funding opportunities, case studies, and more.

 

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Looking for breaking news on legislative issues, what’s happening at Cal Cities, information on educational opportunities, and stories about locally-driven efforts? The weekly Cal Cities Advocate delivers relevant and timely information through concise news articles directly to your inbox each Wednesday. 

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Western City Magazine

Dive deeper into big policy issues and trends and receive practical ideas for city officials in the monthly digital Western City magazine. Each issue offers in-depth, engaging features and articles on important issues for local leaders, including housing, economic development, equity, municipal finance, climate change, and community development. 

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The Cal Cities #LocalWorks initiative shines the spotlight on examples of local actions that are making a difference to their communities. Explore how local works in other communities and if you have a #LocalWorks story to share, please contact the Cal Cities Communications and Marketing Department.

Latest News

 

  • Anti-local housing bill heads to Senate Governance and Finance

    Mar 22, 2023

    A potential expansion to SB 35 (Chapter 366, Statutes of 2017) — strongly opposed by the League of California Cities — passed out of the Senate Housing Committee on Tuesday. The new bill, SB 423 (Wiener), would expand SB 35 to nearly all cities, including those in the coastal zone.
  • State Bills in Brief: March 22-29

    Mar 22, 2023

    Policy committees are back in full swing and so is the League of California Cities’ weekly “upcoming legislative meetings on bills of interest to cities” story — but with a fresh coat of paint. Each week, Cal Cities break down the bills, policy committees, and legislative deadlines that city leaders need to know about.
  • Guide to Local Recovery Update: March 22

    Mar 22, 2023

    The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the opening of an electric vehicle charging and alternative-fueling infrastructure grant program and the Local Infrastructure Hub is hosting a series of infrastructure webinars. Also, the National League of Cities is seeking feedback on how to simplify the federal grant process.

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Rachel Vincent
Director of Strategic Communications and Marketing
(916) 882-8656

Sherwood, Kayla
Kayla Sherwood
Corporate Communications Manager
(916) 658-8213