Shaping the Golden State’s political landscape since 1898, Cal Cities advocates for cities' common interests and provides educational resources to city leaders.
Cal Cities has shaped the Golden State’s political landscape since 1898. Advocacy and Education remain the pillars of our organization — 125 years later. Watch to learn how Cal Cities has endured as a fierce advocate for California’s diverse cities and towns. #CalCities125
🎉 Registration is officially OPEN for the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo!
Join nearly 2,000 city leaders at the Anaheim Convention Center, Sept. 23–25! Explore solutions for challenging issues, connect with colleagues, and meet directly with city service providers. ✨
Don't wait to register!➡️ https://t.co/mLB2n0W8YA
Dive into the new summer issue of Western City! ☀️
Discover how cities are pushing back against oil drilling, preparing for extreme heat, and supporting vulnerable groups through housing and community programs. https://t.co/wtf6cbwHOh
New recommendations from the FEMA Review Council would shift more disaster management responsibility to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments. @leagueofcities explains. https://t.co/lCiTQ8x77O
✅ The Assembly approved Cal Cities’ co-sponsored AB 1821 last week. The bill provides a practical update to the California Public Records Act and now moves to the Senate for consideration.
Strong city support will be key to helping AB 1821 advance. https://t.co/37PIg2T9c0
We're pleased to be a supporting partner of the 3rd Annual @UCStudentPolicy California Economic Forum in Sacramento presented in partnership with @politico on June 9th.
Seating is limited and expected to fill quickly, so reserve your seat today⬇️
https://t.co/6yvPIMr3Ug
Last chance! Join the Cal Cities legislative team on June 3 for a breakdown of what to expect as bills move to the opposite house and how cities can make their voices heard. 🏛️
Engagement from cities is critical during this period. Don’t miss this timely update! ➡️ https://t.co/pOpCayFgjl
"Starting your own business is scary, and that mutual support made all the difference." The Clovis Culinary Center isn't just a shared kitchen — it's a community built one recipe at a time. 🍪 ✨ #LocalWorks https://t.co/Fcw4LVYa71
Opinion: "Water solutions will not come from a single region, policy, or idea," writes Woodlake Mayor Rudy Mendoza. "They will come from a network of conversations, innovations, and partnerships that reflect the full diversity of California." https://t.co/4hrp3gvIyq
2026 Bill Briefing: What to Expect in the Second House + other #CalCitiesAdvocate highlights:
🔸 A practical playbook for getting permanent supportive housing approved by your community
🔸 Support needed for co-sponsored California Public Records Act Bill
Learn more ➡️ https://t.co/0h4wYcAc0J
We're hiring a Director of Strategic Partnerships! 🤝
Cal Cities is looking for a strategic leader to build and grow partnerships that drive real impact for cities across California. If you're a connector, a relationship builder, and a mission-driven professional — we want to hear from you. https://t.co/LaZswPI6nK
Cities are being asked to do more on homelessness with fewer resources after lawmakers blocked expanded funding access for smaller cities and advanced new housing element reporting mandates. Learn more. https://t.co/HVM0HQtxTu
Proposed changes to the state's landmark carbon trading program would dissolve the Cap-and-Invest framework — authorized just last year — slashing funding for affordable housing, wildfire mitigation, clean drinking water, transit, air quality programs, and electricity bill rebates. Learn more. https://t.co/Ttc8eLMZpG
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who served our country with courage and dedication. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thank you to the law enforcement leaders from @RSO, @sbcountysheriff, @RiversidePolice, @OntarioPD, and @PalmSpringsPD for participating in this week’s public safety panel during our Joint Division Meeting with Cal Cities’ Riverside County, Inland Empire, and Desert Mountain divisions.
We appreciate the thoughtful conversation surrounding Prop 36 and the importance of funding implementation efforts.
Special thanks to @asmcastillo for joining us, and to @CityofOntario for hosting!
In honor of Mental Health Month, we’re resharing this inspiring story from the city of Gonzales, where youth leaders helped spark meaningful changes to local mental health care. Learn how youth voices, research, and advocacy led to real action.💚 https://t.co/hI61C26NCs
Thank you @SheriffDicus for joining Cal Cities’ Riverside County, Inland Empire, and Desert Mountain divisions for an important public safety discussion! We appreciate your insights and leadership.
It was a pleasure serving on today’s panel at the League of California Cities alongside Sheriff Chad Bianco, Chief Larry Gonzales, Chief Rudy Lopez, and Lt. William Hutchison.
We had an important discussion about the funding needed to support Prop 36, the critical role technology plays in solving crimes, and the importance of community-led policing.
These are issues we are all passionate about, and I appreciated the opportunity to share our perspectives and work together on solutions that help keep our communities safe.
@CalCities@sbcountysheriff@FontanaPD@OntarioPD@RSO@ChadBianco@burrtecwaste
We're thrilled to welcome Marta Cerdan to the Cal Cities team! 🎉
Marta joins us as our new Executive Assistant, bringing her talents to support our CEO/Executive Director and Executive Office. She'll play a key role in keeping executive initiatives and Board leadership running smoothly — and we couldn't be more excited to have her on the team.
“Rose isn’t about replacing people — it’s about making government more accessible, more efficient, and perhaps ironically in this early age of AI, more human.” Learn about @Pacifica’s AI assistant tool “Rose AI.” https://t.co/IaF1X5kZe6