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Article President’s Message By League of California Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy, Ph.D.

Planning today for a healthier tomorrow: How cities can lead on climate

Many cities have the vision, the space, and the will to turn suburban landscapes into walkable, transit-rich neighborhoods. What they need now are the tools: local control and sustained infrastructure funding. That’s where the greatest challenge lies, argues Cal Cities Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy.

Article Legal Notes By Matthew R. Silver and Valerie D. Escalante Troesh

The Grants Pass case resolved some — but not all — public camping ordinance challenges

Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court resolved Eighth Amendment lawsuits against public camping ordinances. But the ruling did not close the door to other challenges — including state legislation attempting to preempt local control.

Article Solutions for Cities By Thomas Jackson and Bruce Dickinson

Four tips city managers can use to prioritize infrastructure renewal projects

Unpredictable inflationary pressures, federal policies, and state-mandated programs are making it hard to decide which infrastructure renewal projects to prioritize. Here are four tips to help city managers navigate these challenges effectively.