“We can’t keep passing hundreds of new housing bills and expecting a different outcome,” Jason Rhine, Cal Cities senior director of legislative affairs, told the Little Hoover Commission at a recent hearing. bit.ly/3UWHXjM

"It is in our power to put people, our residents, and communities first. Let’s bring human dignity to the top of the list of what matters." Read more from Cal Cities President and Carlsbad Council Member @TeresaAcosta's first Western City address. westerncity.com/article/lets-c…

The U.S. Supreme Court will rule on several major cases this term, including issues related to land use and religion, damage-seeking lawsuits directed at oil companies, and more. Join @leagueofcities on 11/9 to learn more. nlc.org/events/supreme…

Voters have passed Proposition 1. Supported by Cal Cities, Prop. 1 will provide an infusion of funding for innovative local programs like regional housing trusts and help cities meet their state housing goals. ➡️ bit.ly/prop1-passes

A few months ago, Western City asked the leaders of Cal Cities’ policy committees what they thought the next Governor should prioritize. @XavierBecerra, city leaders are eager to do things differently and ready to partner with you to create real results. westerncity.com/article/cities…

Voters approve housing bond, will likely reject Prop. 43 + other #CalCitiesAdvocate highlights:
🔸 2026 Legislative Year in Review
🔸 Coastal and inland cities alike are gearing up for a historic El Niño
Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3X6lyBa

Check out the latest published stories on Western City magazine! Learn how cities are preparing for El Niño and addressing water scarcity, what to do after a contentious election, and more. westerncity.com

Prepare for El Niño related storms by identifying at least two routes out of your neighborhood. Heavy rain and strong winds can cause fallen trees, downed power lines and blocked roads. Knowing your options ahead of time can help you get to safety if you need to evacuate.

Sign alerts at Ready.ca.gov and always follow directions from local authorities to help make evacuating safer and easier.

Statement from League of California Cities Executive Director and CEO Carolyn Coleman on Xavier Becerra being elected California’s next governor:

Statement from League of California Cities President @TeresaAcosta on Xavier Becerra being elected California’s next governor:

Local elections matter. 🗳️

Strong communities are built by people who care enough to get involved and make a difference. We recognize the dedicated individuals who stepped up to run for local office and are committed to serving their communities.

We also extend our gratitude volunteers who help make our elections possible.

Last chance to register! Join Cal Cities on 11/4 to learn how your city can prepare for El Niño.

Farmworker housing is few and far between and much-needed in the Central Valley. The city of Visalia used all its available levers to greenlight and fund Rancho Colegio, an 80-unit affordable housing complex with 20 units set aside for farmworkers. westerncity.com/article/visali…

More than 100 city leaders are opposing Prop. 43, a statewide ballot measure that requires all local special taxes to receive two-thirds voter approval. “Voting no on Prop 43 means keeping the power to shape our city’s future within our community, where it belongs," said Oakland n more ➡️ bit.ly/mayors-oppose-…

Serving California's boo-tiful cities is such a treat 🍬 The Cal Cities team wishes everyone a safe and spooktacular Halloween! 🎃👻

We're excited to welcome Alexi Espinosa, our new policy and legislative affairs analyst, to the Cal Cities Team! We’re thrilled to have Alexi on board, contributing to our important policy and legislative advocacy efforts on behalf of California cities.

Oakland @BarbaraLee_CA is standing with firefighters and local leaders against Prop 43. Protect majority rule and local voters’ power to fund the services their communities count on. Vote NO on 43. #NoOn43CA #Prop43

Over 100 local elected officials announce opposition to Prop. 43 + other #CalCitiesAdvocate highlights:
🔸 'There isn’t one silver bullet.' State and local experts highlight California’s housing shortage causes
🔸 NLC Webinar: Supreme Court Preview for Local Governments
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@MayorToddGloria is voting NO on Prop 43. Prop 43 would allow a small minority of voters to block what the majority wants. Local voters deserve the final say. #NoOn43CA

Cal Cities joins Californians and communities across the nation in mourning the passing of civil rights and labor leader Dolores Huerta. We’re grateful for her partnership with city leaders and her dedication to building stronger communities. May we remember her lifelong dignity, and compassion and carry these values forward in our work.