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League Leadership Sets 2010 Strategic Priorities
The League’s board of directors met in a joint session with the leaders of the divisions, departments, policy committees and caucuses of the League on Nov. 18 through Nov. 20 to chart a strategic course for 2010.
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Support Local Infrastructure Components of Potential Federal Jobs Package
There have been increased discussions in our nation’s capital about the development of a potential “jobs package.” This package may come together over the next several weeks as members of Congress and President Obama have expressed concerns about the high unemployment level. With this attention, the League’s legislative representatives in Washington, D.C, are advising that California cities communicate with the California congressional delegation on local priority projects that would create jobs in our state.
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Regional Targets Advisory Committee Presents Recommendations to the Air Resources Board
The California Air Resources Board (ARB) met on Nov. 19 to hear the Regional Targets Advisory Committee’s (RTAC) recommendations which explain the process of setting regional greenhouse gas emission targets under SB 375 (Steinberg, 2008).
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Sustainable Communities Planning Grant and Incentives Program Guidelines Released
Public Comments due by Dec. 10
The Strategic Growth Council has issued draft guidelines for the Sustainable Communities Planning Grant and Incentives Program. The agency is now seeking public comment and will consider the Proposed Final Guidelines for adoption at its Feb. 9 meeting.
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Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming League Events
With the start of 2010 just around the corner, city officials should plan to attend some of the League’s upcoming events, meetings and professional development conferences. There are several events scheduled in the next two months.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $280 Million for Streetcars
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced this week the availability of $280 million for urban circulator projects such as streetcars, buses, and bus facilities to support communities, expand business opportunities and improve people’s quality of life while also creating jobs.
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Department of Industrial Relations Schedules Public Hearing - Jan. 6, San Francisco
The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to the regulations governing Labor Compliance Programs (LCPs), required under SBX2-9. Discussions will also address the adoption of new regulations governing fees and compliance monitoring as well as enforcement standards for the Labor Commissioner on state bond-funded and other specified public works projects.
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Deadline Extended to Dec. 21 for Applications Municipal Energy Efficiency Program Funding Applications
Funding under the California Energy Commission’s State Energy Program (SEP) is available to help implement local energy saving programs. Now set for Dec. 21, the original deadline for program applications was Nov. 30. Applications are due by 5 p.m.
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League’s 2009 Legislative Report Now Available
The League held its annual Legislative Briefings in November. Attendees received copies of the League’s 2009 Legislative Report. Now available for free, the report can be downloaded from the League’s Web site.
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Approaching Deadline for the League City Managers Department Awards
Wednesday, Dec. 16
The deadline is quickly approaching to submit a nomination for the 2010 John H. Nail Memorial Award or the 2010 Award for the Advancement of Diverse Communities. Nominate a colleague or city manager that has gone above and beyond the call of duty to contribute to their communities, or promoted the advancement of diversity within their community and workplace.
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NLC’s Youth, Education, and Families Report Available Online
The National League of Cities’ (NLC) Institute for Youth, Education and Families recently released “The State of City Leadership for Children and Families.” This first-of-its-kind report outlines the significant growth of municipal involvement in the promotion of well being for children and families.
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New Resources Are Available From the Institute for Local Government
The Institute for Local Government’s (ILG) California Climate Action Network now features new resources on its Web site ( www.ca-ilg.org/climatechange) for local agencies.
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Upcoming Events
December
14 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Applications due for federal Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) competitive grants for “Retrofit Ramp-up Program” and “General Innovation Fund”. For details, please visit the EECBG Web site. More information is also available in the League’s City Funding Book on the League’s Web site.
21 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. NEW DEADLINE and updated information for the three State Energy Program competitive solicitations totaling up to $95 million. (Prior deadline was Nov. 30.) Local jurisdictions, non-profits or private organizations can submit to the California Energy Commission (CEC) their proposals for the Municipal Financing Program ('AB 811-type programs'), the California Comprehensive Residential Building Retrofit Program, and the Municipal and Commercial Building Targeted Measure Retrofit Program. For the Solicitation and more information, please visit CEC’s Web site.
January
12 California Energy Commission (CEC) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG) application due. For details, please visit the EECBG Web site. More information is also available in the League’s City Funding Book on the League’s Web site.
Upcoming League Events:
January
20 - 22 New Mayors & Council Members Academy
February
3 - 5 City Managers Department Meeting
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