“We live in interesting times, and we have weathered a lot in the
last few years,” writes Cal Cities President Gabe Quinto. “Now,
more than ever, we must stand together, lean on each other, and
work together to protect our communities.”
When most people hear “apprenticeship,” they think of
electricians or plumbers. But California has expanded
apprenticeships into non-traditional areas, including
administrative roles in local government.
In five years, Baldwin Park reduced the number of residents
experiencing homelessness by 80%. “Baldwin Park has proven that
you don’t need to be a big city to create big change,” said
Marisa Creter, executive director of the San Gabriel Valley
Council of Governments.
While competing priorities may make it tempting to delay
modernization projects, taking a proactive approach to
infrastructure improvements can create immediate and long-term
benefits.
