City Forum Archive

	Title	Issue
	Tap Into Strong Cities \| Strong State For Models of Economic Development This program offers ideas for city officials seeking new ways to maximize their city’s economic development opportunities. by Eva Spiegel	May 2013
	Cities for Workforce Health: New League Partner Program Helps Cities Build Wellness Culture Designed to help cities build a stronger wellness culture over time and engage their employees in healthier lifestyles, this program provides online tools, grants and more. By Charlotte Dickson and Tim Crawford	April 2013
	Showcase Your City’s Work: Helen Putnam Award for Excellence Program The deadline for this year’s award program is April 11, so start planning now to enter your city’s outstanding programs that creatively address local challenges. Winners enjoy a variety of benefits. By Eva Spiegel	March 2013
	New Report on Roads: Fix Problems Now or Pay More Later Pavement conditions are deteriorating throughout California, and while the costs are high for even the most basic repair and maintenance, the price tag for waiting is far higher, from both an economic and a public safety standpoint. By Jennifer Whiting	February 2013
	Helping Mayors and Council Members Take Leadership to the Next Level The League provides a wide range of resources to help local elected officials build their capacity to better serve their residents. By Eva Spiegel	January 2013
	Tools for Enhancing Transparency Cities throughout California are engaged in a variety of efforts to make local government operations as transparent as possible. The League provides local officials with a variety of resources on open government that can be readily shared with reporters, residents and others. By Eva Spiegel	December 2012
	A New Approach to Financing Energy Efficiency A new program gives local governments access to tax-exempt financing for sustainable energy investments and projects. By John Byrne and Jon Penkower	November 2012
	Mark Your Calendar Now for November Legislative Briefings The Legislative Briefings cover information of critical importance to cities and are offered in two formats, online and in person, to make them readily accessible for all member cities.	October 2012
	Strong Cities \| Strong State Brings Home the Value of Cities and City Services Help your city connect residents with valuable information and reach opinion leaders. By Eva Spiegel	September 2012
	Don’t Miss the Leadership Gala at the Annual Conference The gala is the perfect occasion to mix, mingle and support the League’s work on behalf of cities. by Eva Spiegel	August 2012