March 15, 2013 Editor's NoteFor a PDF copy of the newsletter please visit the League's website. For more updates from the League, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.Register Now for the League’s 2013 Legislative Action Day and Preview WebinarRegistration for the League’s 2013 Legislative Action Day Preview Webinar and Annual Legislative Action Day & Reception opened earlier this month. Attend the webinar to learn about proposed legislation that will affect your city and then come to Sacramento on April 24 to advocate directly for your city and all California cities. The League has recently added a new session to help city officials learn about and advocate effectively for the Enterprise Zone Program. Key words: Legislation, Meetings and Events League Officers Advocate for California City Priorities in Washington, D.C.Focus on Marketplace Fairness Act, Sequestration and Tax Exemption for MuniBonds
The League’s officers and more than 100 other California city officials traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for the National League of Cities (NLC) Congressional City Conference. Focusing on NLC and League priorities, California city officials advocated for a balanced approach to deficit reduction instead of across the board cuts, and protection of existing local revenues and opposed eliminating or capping the tax exemption for municipal bonds. League Supports Bill to Create New Economic Development Tool for Disadvantaged Communities
U.S. Department of Justice Announces Available BJA Grants for FY 2013Applications Due by April 4
Federal Grants to Reduce Domestic Violence Homicides Announced
California Check ‘N Go Borrowers Might Be Eligible for Refunds Following San Francisco LawsuitMarch 28 Deadline to File for Refund
CalRecycle Workshop Scheduled on Local Funding and Siting
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