Special Series

Understanding Changes to the Gift Rules

A variety of changes to the gift regulations took effect Jan. 1, 2012. The goal was to simplify the gift regulations and make them easier to understand, while reinforcing the principle that public...

Involving the Public: How Local Officials See It

by Terry Amsler

Perspectives on Civic Participation: An Introduction

Reaching Asian and Pacific Islander Communities

Plotting a Course for the Next Generation of Growth

William Fulton

Launching the Discussion: How Should California Grow?

Maria Alegria

The Amazing, Changing California Population

Hans Johnson

How Long Beach Weathered the Storm and Restored Its Fiscal Health

by Bonnie Lowenthal

Legislation Provides Needed Flexibility for Redevelopment Housing Set-Aside Dollars

by Anna M. Caballero

Poway’s Clever Twist on Green, Affordable Housing

Tackling Tough Issues with Civic Engagement: Affordable Housing