Public involvement in city budgeting increases financial transparency and promotes greater trust.
Obstacles to city incorporation should be removed to give communities the same option for self-government that existing cities had.
Working with unregistered or unqualified financial professionals puts a city at risk.
Diversity enriches California’s culture and economy and also plays a critically important role in the League.
The decision is an important reminder for cities that the creation of Mello-Roos Community Facilities Districts may be a potential tool to supplement funds needed to provide services to new…
Increasing pension costs could push cities already in financial distress closer to the brink of bankruptcy.
We have achieved important victories on behalf of cities this year on our strategic goals and in other areas.
A partnership of the League and the FPPC can provide numerous resources to support community dialogue about transparency.
An unexpected event requires careful, strong management and teamwork in the face of extreme pressure.
The coming revolutions in electric, shared and automated vehicles present many potential scenarios.
Several options have the potential to significantly reduce the time and cost associated with environmental review.
Proponents of bigger trucks are lobbying for longer, heavier double-trailers, which pose threats to public safety and infrastructure.
Local agency employees’ personal accounts and devices may be subject to the state’s Public Records Act.
Public officials need to act quickly to enact policies and plans.
Public figures need to pay attention to more than just newspaper coverage.
City and school officials partner to support young residents.
Youth commissions foster civic engagement and citizenship skills.
Cities should note key deadlines and prepare now.
Attend the League’s 2017 annual conference and advocate for your city during the final days of the legislative session.
The defense can shield public agencies from liability.
