Cal Cities is sponsoring a bill that would make modest but helpful adjustments to California Public Records Act response timelines. AB 1821 would shift the number of days cities have to respond to records requests from calendar days to business days. www.calcities.org/home/post/20...
A recent report is prompting lawmakers to reconsider who pays for wildfires — potentially changing compensation for victims and cities. Cal Cities breaks down the details. 🔥➡️ www.calcities.org/home/post/20...
The Legislature introduced nearly 1,800 bills this year. From homelessness funding to wildfire liability, the stakes are high for cities. Cal Cities rounded up the top bills city leaders need to watch. 👉 www.calcities.org/home/post/20...
Cities are on the front lines of state policy. 🏛️
This #CACitiesWeek, several state lawmakers — many former local officials themselves — highlight why cities matter and the value they bring to our communities every day. 👏
Thank you for supporting our local communities! bit.ly/4ck0KeQ
Cities are creating business-friendly environments to support local economies and entrepreneurs 💼 Eastvale’s Business First Initiative is helping businesses open faster with a concierge-style approach — turning what can take years into a matter of months. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek bit.ly/422KI2P
From vacant storefronts to vibrant small businesses. ✨ South San Francisco is breathing new life into its downtown through the Launch Local! program — helping small business owners open doors, build community, and spark economic growth. www.westerncity.com/article/sout...
Cities are investing in infrastructure that keeps communities connected and moving 🚴♂️ San Ramon’s new bicycle & pedestrian overcrossing — this year’s Overall Winner of the Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards — completed a key link in a 30-mile regional trail. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek
The #CityLeadersSummit is the place to be to level up your leadership skills! This year’s sessions tackle today’s most critical city challenges and deliver practical tools to strengthen your impact. Explore the program. ➡️ www.calcities.org/summit
Becerra, Mahan, Thurmond, and Yee to appear at livestreamed and onstage Cities Gubernatorial Candidate Forum + other #CalCitiesAdvocate highlights:
🔸 (Most of) the biggest bills for cities in 2026
🔸 The hotly debated return of wildfire liability
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4sVPLNT
Cities are expanding recreation opportunities to bring communities together and enhance quality of life. 👏 In Ukiah, that means everything from packed sports leagues and swim lessons to concerts, Pumpkinfest, and even dive-in movies — meeting regional demand without new taxes. 🏊♀️🎬🏀 #CACitiesWeek
Cities are taking comprehensive approaches to address homelessness and strengthen communities 🏘️ Programs like the Wellness Village in Culver City provide safe shelter and wraparound services — offering residents stability and support, while fostering a stronger community. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek
Urge lawmakers to support $400 Million for Prop. 36 implementation! #CALeg provided approximately $100 million last year, but no funding was allocated for probation — a key factor in ensuring offenders are held accountable and receive treatment. The voters asked for this; now it's time to deliver.
E-bikes are transforming how Californians get around — but rising accidents are raising alarms. How are cities responding? Find out in #WesternCity 🚴♀️ www.westerncity.com/article/too-...
Cities are committed to addressing retail theft, shoplifting, and drug-related crimes while supporting treatment and accountability. www.calcities.org/home/post/20...
Voters overwhelmingly said yes to Proposition 36 — now the state must do its part. Cal Cities is urging lawmakers to fully fund the measure so local governments have the resources to implement it.
Thank you to Moreno Valley for proclaiming April 19–25 as California Cities Week! 🎉 This recognition highlights the essential role cities play in serving & strengthening our communities every day.
Join the momentum and adopt a resolution to celebrate #CACitiesWeek! www.calcities.org/CitiesWeek2026
🏛️ Bill Talk: Lawmakers have about a month to move bills through their first round of policy committee deadlines. Last week’s hearings featured a concerning attempt to bypass local short-term rental regulations — but after strong opposition from Cal Cities and others, the author pulled the bill.
🗣️ Cal Cities is hosting a 2026 Cities Gubernatorial Candidate Forum next week during #CityLeadersSummit! KQED’s Scott Shafer will moderate a conversation with Xavier Becerra, Matt Mahan, Betty Yee, and Tony Thurmond on the top issues facing cities.
Cities are driving climate action that benefits both people and the planet 🌎🌱 La Mesa is reducing emissions through initiatives like an e-bike voucher program and climate-smart housing — proving even small cities can make a big impact. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek bit.ly/3Ot6UQF
“Mentorship is not something that should be taken lightly,” writes Cal Cities President @gabeq55.bsky.social. “It takes time, effort, and is a form of civic engagement in its own right ... everyone has something to give and something to gain from mentoring.” www.westerncity.com/article/next...
The 49-unit affordable housing development is expanding access for low-income families — including 15 units dedicated to individuals experiencing homelessness or living with a mental disability. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek bit.ly/3OdKFhm
Cities of all sizes are stepping up to tackle housing challenges 🏡 Colusa last year opened its first affordable housing project in nearly a decade. #LocalWorks #CACitiesWeek bit.ly/3OdKFhm
Cities without access to state homelessness funding would need to report on programs outside their control under new bill + other highlights:
🔸 Cal Cities doubles down on Prop. 36 funding request
🔸 Cal Cities Board of Directors applications due April 22!
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/41ZMG3W
Cities are experimenting with a range of AI technologies, and automated permitting is proving to be one of the most promising. It aims to speed up a process long stalled by red tape. But as John Lorinc explores, it’s still a work in progress. www.westerncity.com/article/ai-s...
California Cities Week is back, April 19–25! 🎉 Join us in celebrating the essential role cities play in our daily lives — and the public servants who keep them running strong. Here are several ways you can participate! Don’t forget to tag us and use the hashtag #CACitiesWeek! ✨ bit.ly/CitiesWeek2026
Good with numbers and people? Cal Cities is looking for a Staff Accountant II to help support accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger work, and financial reporting — while partnering closely with teams across the organization. 📊 Apply today! www.calcities.org/join-our-team
This #WorldHealthDay, we recognize the critical role cities play in protecting the health and safety of their communities. LA’s street medicine program delivers care directly to people experiencing homelessness — helping reduce hospitalizations and build trust. 🩺👏 #CACitiesWeek bit.ly/4cdcm24
Have a voice in shaping what matters most for cities. Covina Council Member and Cal Cities Board Member Walter Allen III shares why serving on the Cal Cities Board of Directors makes a difference. Apply now! bit.ly/4djTVL9
E-bikes are picking up speed, but so are the safety concerns. 🚲 Lawmakers are working to address safety challenges, especially among younger riders. Cal Cities is helping lead the charge with a balanced approach focused on education, safer infrastructure, and local control. ➡️ bit.ly/e-bike-bills