June 2, 2017 Issue #44 Editor's NoteFor a PDF copy of the newsletter please visit the League's website. For more updates from the League, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.Cities now Exempt from Onerous Contracting MeasureIn the final hours leading to the legislative house of origin deadline, AB 1250 (Jones-Sawyer) was significantly amended to remove cities entirely from the bills requirements. The eleventh hour amendment was directly contributed to the sustained and intense opposition from the League of Cities and our membership. AB 1250 moved passed the Assembly on a 45-30 vote with five members abstaining after the amendment was taken. Assembly, Employee Relations, Legislation, Hot Bills Registration for the League of California Cities® Annual Conference and Expo is Now OpenThe League of California Cities® has opened registration for its 2017 Annual Conference & Expo. This year’s conference will be held in Sacramento on Sept. 13–15 and features a great line-up of sessions and networking opportunities. Check out the tentative schedule and view more information for attendees. Action Item, Meetings and Events League-Sponsored Bond Agency Issues $31.5 Million in Tax-Exempt Bonds for Affordable Housing in AntiochSome of the most significant benefits of League membership for cities since 1988 have flowed from the League’s co-sponsorship of the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA). Financial Solutions for California Cities |
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