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Counties Host 2016 Water Discussion

September 8, 2016

The Counties of Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, and Yolo invite California County leaders to a roundtable discussion on water. Come share what’s happening in your region and hear how other regions are addressing critical water needs.

We expect representation from the North State, Central Valley, Mountain Counties, Bay Area, Central Coast, and Southern California. This is an opportunity to network with your colleagues throughout the State and to learn about regional water issues.

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Joint Webinar on Changes to Mining Laws

Geoffrey Neill

September 2, 2016

A host of changes to the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA) take effect on January 1. Counties and the mining industry have only a few months to make sure they are ready to implement and abide by the new requirements.

Join CSAC, RCRC, and CalCIMA for a free webinar that can help make sure you are ready for the changes. The webinar will review:

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CSAC Annual Meeting Kicks Off with Innovation Summit

When planning your arrival for this year’s CSAC Annual Meeting, please remember that the annual CSAC Innovation Summit will take place Tuesday morning, immediately before the Opening General Session.

The CSAC conference is set for Tuesday, Nov. 29, through Friday, Dec. 2, in Palm Springs, Riverside County. The Innovation Summit will run from 830 – 11:30 am.  The focus of this year’s summit is “Changing Lives, Reforming Offenders and Preventing Recidivism.”

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Transportation Funding Package

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CalRecycle Offers Grants for Recycled Tire Projects

This is a story about where the rubber meets the road, literally. The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has a program to help to divert used tires from landfills, prevent illegal tire dumping, and promote markets for recycled-content tire products. And there are grants available to help local governments pay for paving projects that use rubberized pavement.

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CA Supreme Court Protects Lawmakers’ Votes Against Frivolous Lawsuits
Same Ruling Narrows Exemption for Lawsuits Filed by Public Agencies

August 11, 2016

The California Supreme Court ruled this week that lawmakers’ votes are protected activity under a California law that discourages frivolous lawsuits. Under this ruling, California law provides greater protection for votes than Federal law—lawmakers’ votes are not protected speech under the First Amendment.

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Program Helps Struggling Homeowners Keep their Homes

August 11, 2016

Despite the improving economic outlook and job growth, many of the state’s homeowners continue to struggle with their mortgage payments. That is where Keep Your Home California comes in, a free mortgage-assistance program, which is helping low and moderate income homeowners avoid foreclosure and remain in their homes.

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Climate Adaptation Forum in Long Beach

August 4, 2016

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California County Officials Appointed to NACo Leadership Posts

California County officials received a number of key leadership appointments in NACo for 2016-17. The appointments were announced by new NACo President Bryan Desloge on the last day of the association’s recent annual conference in Los Angeles County.

Receiving appointments are:

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California Counties Recognized for Best Technology Practices

Two California Counties are among four first-place winners in the 2016 Digital Counties Survey competition, conducted by NACo and Center for Digital Government. The survey identifies the best technology practices among US counties, including initiatives that save tax dollars through new efficiencies, boost transparency, cybersecurity and engagement, or show innovation through unique projects.

Being honored for first place are:

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CSAC’s Communications Unit Wins Six National Awards

CSAC was recently honored with six communications awards by the National Association of County Information Officers, an affiliate organization of NACo. The awards were presented in conjunction with the recent NACo Conference in Los Angeles County.

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ILG Webinars: FPPC, Brown Act, Ethics and More

For most elected officials and for many staff positions in government service, training in various disciplines is required on a regular basis. If you are looking for more information about ethics, the Brown Act, FPPC regulations and more, the Institute for Local Government (ILG) might be the answer.

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County of LA Case Study

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Debt and Investment Commission Offers Two Seminars

MUNICIPAL MARKET DISCLOSURE: THE DEVELOPMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF DEBT DISCLOSURE POLICIES

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Solano Takes Best of Show in State Fair County Exhibits

July 14,  2016

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John Taylor — Creator of Clerks’ Quiz — Passes Away

June 12, 2016

A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 30, for John Taylor, retired San Francisco City & County clerk of the board, who passed away recently from natural causes at the age of 88. 

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CSAC Finance Corporation: A Partnership That Works!

Laura Labanieh

July 7, 2016

CSAC Finance Corporation Highlights!

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CalTRUST Offers Free Economic Outlook Webinar

Laura Labanieh

CalTRUST invites you to attend an informational webinar providing a current economic outlook and analysis of the effects on the bond market presented by Gary Schlossberg, Senior Economist with Wells Capital Management. As part of their ongoing commitment to providing educational tools to public agencies, CalTRUST is offering the following webinar at no-cost.

CalTRUST webinars are open to all California city, county, special district, and non-profit agencies. This webinar will provide an overview of the current economic environment and market conditions including:

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SB 133 Letter

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SB 133 Letter

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