December 21, 2016
The CalPERS board of directors on Wednesday morning approved a plan to lower its discount rate (the expected rate of return on portfolio investments) from the current 7.5 percent to 7 percent over the next three years with corresponding incremental increases in employer/employee payments over an eight-year smoothing period.
December 20, 2016
Carolyn Coleman officially began her tenure as the League of California Cities® executive director on Monday, Dec. 19.
December 20, 2016
With the passage of Proposition 64, the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), cities are eager to understand the law and how it affects various aspects of city operations.
December 20, 2016
The Department of Finance’s (DOF) FAQ for the Community Based Transitional Housing grant program is now available online.
December 20, 2016
The Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), in collaboration with the California Housing Finance Agency and California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet), recently announced the availability of approximately $75 million in funding for veterans and their families under the Veterans Housing and Homeless Prevention Program (VHHP).
December 20, 2016
Some 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).
December 20, 2016
The California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) is seeking comments on draft two of the revisions to the Political Reform Act (PRA) to help simplify, streamline and reform the law.
December 16, 2016
As the first order of business in the new legislative session, Sen. Jim Beall (D-San Jose) and Assembly Member Jim Frazier (D-Oakley) introduced similar transportation funding proposals.
December 16, 2016
Some 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).
December 16, 2016
The State Treasurer’s Office recently launched an online gateway for businesses to access information on state and local business development incentives.
December 16, 2016
There is still time to submit a session proposal for the League of California Cities® 2017 Annual Conference & Expo, which will be held Sept. 13–15 in Sacramento. Jan. 6 is the deadline to submit session proposals.
December 16, 2016
This story is part of an ongoing series featuring Helen Putnam Award entries.
December 16, 2016
The State Water Board released its new Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) frequently asked questions document providing guidance on questions asked about groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs).
December 16, 2016
Volkswagen Group of America has entered into a partial settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board.
December 9, 2016
The Capitol was busy on Monday, Dec. 5.
December 9, 2016
The League of California Cities® applauds the Senate’s introduction of a meaningful and proactive infrastructure funding package that includes affordable housing.
December 9, 2016
CalPERS reported another year of low annual investment returns in July 2016.
December 9, 2016
This story is part of an ongoing series featuring Helen Putnam Award entries.
December 9, 2016
ILG recently launched an online Community Health Partnerships Resource Center with tools for local officials and staff interested in using collaborative approaches to address community challenges.
December 9, 2016
Addressing the housing affordability challenges facing California is a top priority for the League of California Cities® and the Legislature.