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Article Features By John Lorinc

AI is shaking up local permitting processes

As cities experiment with a range of AI technologies, automated permitting is proving to be one of the more promising platforms — one focused on speeding up a core municipal service long plagued by bottlenecks and red tape. But this much-heralded acceleration is still a work-in-progress.

Article Features By Jackie Krentzman

Too much of a good thing? As e-bike usage soars, cities scramble to keep commutes safe

“It can be easy to give e-bikes a bad rap when you see underage kids speeding or doing wheelies down the street, but e-bikes are a fantastic resource for residents and tourists alike,” says Dale Leda, Half Moon Bay’s interim city engineer. “If the infrastructure and policy can catch up, they will be such an asset for our city.”

Article Local Works By Ria Pavia and Jordan Villwock

How Ontario is building big projects and public trust at the same time

When Ontario city leaders asked voters to support major investments in infrastructure, they believed residents should be able to see how those dollars are being used and what progress is being made — whether on regional destination projects or smaller neighborhood upgrades.

Article Features By Caren Ray Russom, Bobbie Singh-Allen, Jason Behrmann, and Jan Perkins

Four ways to maintain control and decorum during city council meetings

Smooth public meetings are the direct result of good governance, deliberate preparation, and consistent application of clear procedures officially established in advance. Here are a few proven strategies, based on our over 90 years of combined experience in local government.  

Article President’s Message By League of California Cities President Gabe Quinto

The next generation needs to know that there is a seat at the table for them

“Mentorship is not something that should be taken lightly,” writes Cal Cities President Gabe Quinto. “It takes time, effort, and is a form of civic engagement in its own right. However, regardless of your experience or seniority, everyone has something to give and something to gain from mentoring.”

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Article Local Works By Jackie Krentzman

South San Francisco tests a new downtown vacancy program

“This program is the perfect fit,” says Chris “Six” Nguyen, whose new bike stop is scheduled to open in April. “When I saw the post about the Launch Local! program, I was so excited — I have been wanting to put my energy into our community, and here was my chance.”

Aerial image of San Ramon's new overcrossing
Article Local Works By Jackie Krentzman  

Cities honored for innovative projects making streets and roads safer

The cities of San Ramon, Atascadero, and West Sacramento received top marks for projects that make their streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike. “People are inherently resistant to change, and this wasn’t a little change around edges,” said one city official.

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