As the economy begins to recover and the state budget shows signs
of stabilizing, the challenges facing California require strong
leadership at all levels. Many of our new state legislators
came…
The deadline for this year’s award program is April 11, so start
planning now to enter your city’s outstanding programs that
creatively address local challenges. Winners enjoy a variety
of…
Meetings can present a broad range of challenges for local
officials. A collection of useful materials offers practical
information on related topics that include chairing a meeting,
dealing with a…
Communities use planning to make choices about the future. But the process can be as important as the final plan itself and provide a foundation for future efforts around local issues and concerns.
State policies for achieving sustainability have staked much on
the success of cities. Yet the state’s recent actions signal a
lack of appreciation for the vital function cities serve as
centers…
