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The Rumrill Boulevard Complete Streets Project transformed a 1.6-mile corridor linking Central Richmond and the BART station to key San Pablo destinations. Photo courtesy of San Pablo. Features
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These three cities shifted gears to make big roadway changes

Elk Grove, Burbank, and San Pablo were some of the winners of the 2025 Outstanding Local Streets and Roads Project Awards. Elk Grove dramatically improved its streets thanks to a systemic, fix-it-first maintenance approach. Burbank and San Pablo both overhauled major traffic corridors. 

By Brian Lee-Mounger HendershotApr. 1
California cities are working to reduce organic waste, which can produce potent greenhouse gases. Photo courtesy of Napa Recycling & Waste Services.
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How three cities are turning last night’s pizza boxes into tomorrow’s compost and electricity

California is in the middle of an ambitious effort to overhaul its waste systems — chief among them organic waste. But reducing the million tons of organic waste thrown away each year has proven challenging. Here’s how three cities are successfully meeting the mandate.

By Jackie KrentzmanApr. 1
California has made huge leaps in tackling its substandard housing crisis by passing state initiatives that require local enforcement.
Article Legal Notes

Is your city complying with California’s substandard housing investigation rules?

While increasing affordable housing is typically at the forefront of most policymakers’ minds, remedying substandard conditions in existing homes is often overlooked. Three new laws look to change that, but local leaders need to act fact.

By Matthew R. Silver and Lauren E. BrownApr. 1
Many cities use artificial intelligence to help automate tasks, make data-driven decisions, and engage residents. However, it’s important to establish a set of guardrails and make sure humans verify any AI output. Photo credit: Long Beach, partially altered by AI.
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Should your city embrace GenAI? It’s complicated

Many cities have long used artificial intelligence for routine tasks. Some are seizing on advances in AI to further automate everyday tasks. But as with any new tool or policy, there are benefits and costs to using AI. Experts say it’s crucial for cities to have guardrails over anything AI produces.

By Betsy Montiel Mar. 1
League of California Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy speaks before Sen. Alex Padilla and Sen. Alex Schiff in March 2025.
Article President’s Message

We need to talk about federal funding cuts

“Every decision-maker — regardless of political party — needs to hear the stories of city officials and how federal decisions will impact our cities and residents,” writes Cal Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy. “Our job is to put the face behind the number and humanize funding decisions and priorities.”

By League of California Cities President Lynne B. Kennedy, Ph.D.Apr. 1
Citrus Heights' citywide beautification program has improved city appearance, community pride, and public engagement, with over 82 tons of debris removed in 2024 alone. Photo courtesy of Citrus Heights.
Article California Cities Helen Putnam Award for Excellence

Citrus Heights transforms with a citywide beautification program

“We’re not just cleaning up the city; we’re changing how people feel about their community,” said Meghan Huber, the city’s economic development and community engagement director. “The Beautification Crew and our public outreach efforts have really made a difference.”

By Regina CaveApr. 1
A VC3 representative explains the benefits of VC3's cybersecurity and technology services at the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo in October 2024.
Article Solutions for Cities

My city needs to update its cybersecurity practices: Where do I begin?

You know cybersecurity is important. But often, it’s difficult to know where you should begin. That’s where the League of California Cities’ cybersecurity and technology services powered by VC3 come in.

By Joe PenneyApr. 1

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