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Article Features By Brian Lee-Mounger Hendershot and Caleb Zimmerschied Valadez

‘We can’t call the President and say stop.’ California cities scrambled to respond to summer immigration sweeps

California city officials say the surprise immigration sweeps that started earlier this year have eroded public trust, strained local economies, and revived old fears. And although there are limited ways to respond, they are determined to take care of their residents.

Article Features By D’Andre D. Lampkin

Practical strategies for balancing state ADU goals with neighborhood capacity

California’s accessory dwelling unit laws opened a fast lane for homeowners to add small, independent homes to existing lots. But ministerial approval doesn’t mean anything goes: Cities can still respond to community concerns while meeting the statute’s requirements.  

Article Local Works By Caleb Zimmerschied Valadez

San Mateo County cities band together to improve climate resilience

“We all recognize that water has no bounds,” said Summer Bundy, the director of project management at OneShoreline. “Our job is to figure out how to piece together an adaptation plan that brings a regional approach to addressing flooding and sea level rise, instead of on a per-project basis.”

Article Legal Notes By Christine Wood and Jennifer Ransom

How to manage public records requests in California — including the difficult ones

Some requesters file frequently. Some aim to provoke a misstep. Some use hostile language. The California Public Records Act still binds the agency to act. Here is how the act works, common pitfalls, evolving challenges, and strategies agencies can use.

Article President’s Message By League of California Cities President Gabe Quinto

Let’s focus on what unites us, not what divides us

“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.”

Article News from the Institute for Local Government By Amanda Hirschmann

Can apprenticeship be the answer to California’s local government workforce challenges?

 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. 

Article California Cities Helen Putnam Award for Excellence By Manuel Carrillo Jr.

Baldwin Park’s tiny home villages transformed a crisis into community

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.

Article Solutions for Cities By Sam Hall

Proactive infrastructure investments can pay dividends for cities. Here’s how

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. 

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