Dec. 2, 2015 Issue #101 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.Department of Finance Responds to FAA Rule on Aviation Fuel Sold at AirportsThe California Department of Finance (DOF) this week responded to a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policy concerning the use of airport revenue. Local governments with tax revenue from aircraft (jet) fuel may need to provide a spending plan to the FAA by Dec. 8. DOF offers responding guidance to local agencies. Cities and counties that impose taxes on jet fuel adopted after 1987 should study carefully the background and guidance prepared by CaliforniaCityFinance.com.Transportation, Revenue and Taxation League-Sponsored Bond Agency Finances Affordable Housing Projects in Duarte, Pasadena and ChinoSome 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). This program provides a variety of public agencies and developers access to low-cost, tax-exempt financing and economic development tools. CSCDA issued $26.8 million in tax-exempt multifamily bonds that helped finance affordable housing projects in several California cities.Financial Solutions for CA Cities Submit Your Ideas for the League’s Annual Conference SessionsProposals Due by Jan. 8The League of California Cities® is inviting members, partners and stakeholders to submit session proposals for the 2016 Annual Conference & Expo. The event will be held Oct. 5-7 at the Long Beach Convention Center. This is a great opportunity to engage city officials and local government stakeholders on important ideas and issues.Meetings and Events, Action Item 2015 Annual Conference Resolutions Final Report is Available OnlineThe League of California Cities® 2015 Resolutions Report has been posted on the League website. The report reflects actions taken by the general assembly during the organization’s Annual Business Meeting held on Oct. 2 as part of the League’s Annual Conference & Expo in San Jose.Meetings and Events, League Policy Register Before the Holidays for the 2016 City Managers Department MeetingDeadline to Register is Jan. 4The League is gearing up for the 2016 City Managers Department Meeting, Feb. 3-5 in Indian Wells.Meetings and Events, City Managers Two California Cities Achieve American Public Works AccreditationThe American Public Works Association (AWPA) recently announced that the public works departments for the cities of Palo Alto and Vallejo have recently been awarded the prestigious APWA Accreditation. The APWA Accreditation program recognizes public works agencies that exceed the requirements of the management practices established nationally for the public works industry, as contained in the APWA Public Works Management Practices Manual.Public Works |
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