The League of California Cities' magazine since 1899.
The deck is stacked against California’s rural communities when it comes to meeting housing goals. But it’s not impossible to make progress. Like any city, the same fundamentals apply: Reduce barriers, respond quickly, and nurture partnerships. https://www.westerncity.com/article/rural-city-nothing-table-mindset-gets-housing-built
This , we honor and reflect on our nation's history and the leaders who've shaped it. We appreciate the dedication and service of our nation's leaders.
Happy Friday! Check out the latest openings on the Job Board. Openings include City of Folsom - Government Principal Planner, County of Santa Cruz Chief Building Official, City of Oceanside - Government Police Media Relations Manager, and more! https://jobs.westerncity.com/
Looking to advertise your product or service? Thousands of elected city officials and major department heads throughout California read magazine each month, making it a great platform to showcase your company. Visit www.westerncity.com/advertise
Thanks to a strong public-private partnership, City of Modesto - City Hall is giving vulnerable youth the tools and services they need to avoid homelessness. The city's navigation center serves as a space to centralize services that provide a clear pathway to housing. https://www.westerncity.com/article/modesto-creates-countywide-system-care-youth-experiencing-homelessness
Funding is a big challenge for many small, rural cities — even when they reduce barriers. “You’re competing for very limited resources if you try to … finance housing in rural areas." Learn how Huron is responding. https://www.westerncity.com/article/rural-city-nothing-table-mindset-gets-housing-built
Californians consistently cite affordable housing as one of their top concerns. Affirmed Housing President Rob Wilkins writes that while there is little reason to believe this will change any time soon, there are also reasons to be optimistic.
Californians consistently cite affordable housing as one of their top concerns. Yet each year, the state falls further ...
Lots of new job opportunities on the Job Board! Visit our website for job details. https://jobs.westerncity.com/
Are you new to city council or looking to get more information on key local government issues and trends? Subscribe to ! Our digital magazine brings you practical ideas and information you need about local government in California. https://lcc.informz.net/LCC/pages/Western_City_Subscribe
Modesto is at the forefront of a new system of care for homeless youth thanks to a strong public-private partnership. City of Modesto - City Hall launched several related programs in recent years, including a navigation center and Homekey project for youth.
Success creates success, even for seemingly intractable issues. Modesto is at the forefront of a new system of care for ...
California’s housing crisis stretches from one end of the state to the other. For many small cities, the odds often feel insurmountable. City of Huron California — located in the state’s agricultural heartland — shows that progress is possible. Cities just can’t do it by themselves.
California's housing crisis stretches from one end of the state to the other. For many small cities, the odds often feel ...
"The growing housing crisis in our communities is especially dire because it’s inextricably linked to our economic vitality." Read more by League of California Cities President and Fowler Mayor Daniel Parra in this month's message.
The housing crisis in our communities is linked to our economic vitality. When residents are spending so much on housing ...
Happy Friday! Check out the latest career opportunities on the Job Board! https://jobs.westerncity.com/
The February issue of is now live! Read how cities are stepping up to address the housing affordability crisis and finding real solutions to put roofs over the heads of all Californians. https://www.westerncity.com/
Local government consultants outline tips for carrying out effective council meetings, including ways city managers can help set officials up for success. The League of California Cities will provide additional training and tools at its upcoming City Managers Conference. https://www.westerncity.com/article/essential-tips-effective-city-council-meetings
"Despite the challenges we face, our cities are fortunate to have so many good people who step up and are willing to run for elected office." Read more from League of California Cities Executive Director and CEO Carolyn Coleman.
Over 100 years ago, city leaders from throughout the state came together as the League of California Cities because they ...
“Our community deserves flexibility in how they engage with us,” City of Agoura Hills - Government City Manager Nathan Hamburger said. “The podcast model meets them where they are and enriches their experience.” https://www.westerncity.com/article/agoura-hills-podcast-blueprint-community-engagement
Is your city looking to attract new talent? Look no further than the Job Board to post your openings! Our job opportunities page is updated daily with the latest careers in local government. https://jobs.westerncity.com/
The Gateway Cities Council of Governments — the umbrella organization for the 27 cities in Southeast LA County — hopes its new affordable housing trust can help bridge those funding gaps and move it closer to fulfilling its state-mandated housing goals. https://www.westerncity.com/article/gateway-cities-band-together-bridge-housing-funding-gaps
The CARE Act focuses on incentives and legal coercion to provide long-term treatment. Seven counties have already begun implementation. The rest must follow suit in 2024. Learn more. https://www.westerncity.com/article/how-does-care-court-californias-new-legal-approach-behavioral-health-care-work
Check out the latest job openings on the Job Board! City of Pacific Grove City Manager, City of Corona - City Government Senior Engineer, County of Sutter, CA Human Resources Director, and more! Visit https://jobs.westerncity.com/
Local leaders are looking for creative ways to do more with less while maintaining high standards of quality. Have a product or service for local governments? Pitch us your advertorial! https://www.westerncity.com/advertise
"Those who run and are elected in California in 2024 will face daunting — yet surmountable — challenges from day one." League of California Cities Executive Director and CEO Carolyn Coleman explains the vital role city leaders play in serving their communities. https://www.westerncity.com/article/cal-cities-125-issues-change-our-mission-has-not
Local government consultants should advise elected officials to review staff reports and ask questions in advance so they are well prepared to act on items during council meetings. Learn more tips for running effective council meetings. https://www.westerncity.com/article/essential-tips-effective-city-council-meetings
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and remember his unparalleled vision for unity and equity.
New year, new career? Check out the latest job openings in local government on ! https://jobs.westerncity.com/
Is your local agency looking to fill vacant positions? Post your job ad on ! Our Job Board is updated daily with the latest openings in local government. https://jobs.westerncity.com/
City of Agoura Hills - Government embarked on an effort to close the communications gap between the city and the people they serve. The Good Life Agoura Hills podcast is helping the city bridge that gap in a fun, cost-effective, and accessible way.
Agoura Hills once faced a familiar conundrum: How do you bridge the communications gap between a city and the people they ...
Over 4,000 affordable housing units in Southern California’s Gateway region have stalled due to funding shortfalls. Gateway Cities Council of Governments established an affordable housing trust fund that they hope can close funding gaps.
Approximately 4,000 affordable housing units in Southern California's Gateway region have stalled due to funding shortfalls. ...
The CARE Act takes a new approach to mental health care that focuses on incentivizing long-term treatment rather than imprisonment or involuntary commitment. Civica Law Group breaks down how the new law works.
The CARE Act takes a novel, albeit controversial, approach to mental health care. Unlike previous laws, it focuses on ...
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Western City magazine posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
The December issue of #WesternCity is live! Read articles focused on advancing equity, including civilian oversight commissions, remote public comments, climate change, youth career programs, and transportation equity!
The latest issue of #WesternCity is live! Learn how fire departments can address service gaps + how local officials are pushing back against hate speech, addressing homelessness, and the fentanyl crisis. Read more https://www.westerncity.com/
The October issue of #WesternCity is live on our website! This month's issue features articles about city drone programs, generative AI, the City of Redding Podcast, and more! https://www.westerncity.com/
Happy September! The latest issue of #WesternCity is now live on our website! This month dives into what to expect from the upcoming League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, including sessions on investing in diversity, community disaster preparedness, incivility training, and more. https://www.westerncity.com/
Check out the latest issue of #WesternCity magazine on Youth and Community Services! This month includes articles about youth and climate change, a new coastal trail, mental health, and getting youth engaged with public service. https://www.westerncity.com/
The latest issue of #WesternCity is live! Learn about clean fleets, efforts to limit 'forever chemicals', CA's packaging producer responsibility law, e-bike safety, and carbon neutrality! https://www.westerncity.com/
Happy June! Check out the latest issue of #WesternCity on Public Trust and Ethics, featuring stories about housing, remote meetings, advancing racial equity, using data to provide supportive services, and more! Visit https://www.westerncity.com/
Happy May! A brand new issue of #WesternCity is now live on https://www.westerncity.com/! Learn all about sales tax, local economic recovery efforts, battery development and manufacturing, and more!
It's a new month, which means a brand new issue of #WesternCity! Learn about public works & infrastructure, including wastewater treatment and organic waste, award-winning road projects, broadband infrastructure, and more! https://www.westerncity.com/
The March issue of #WesternCity is now live! Read how cities are working hard to find solutions to plan for new affordable housing and uplift vulnerable residents. https://www.westerncity.com/
Hello, February! Check out the latest issue of #WesternCity featuring articles related to municipal finance! Read about protecting local revenues, budgeting, new municipal finance laws, reducing homelessness, and solutions for cities! https://www.westerncity.com/
Hello, 2023! Check out this month's issue of #WesternCity featuring League of California Cities 2022 Legislative Year in Review, lessons in leadership from six former mayors, workforce strategies, community recovery, and more! Visit http://westerncity.com/
Happy December! Head over to www.westerncity.com to read the latest issue of #WesternCity magazine! Learn the unique ways cities are building equitable communities for all.
Check out this month's #PublicSafety issue of #WesternCity! Read how Oxnard is improving #mentalhealth among first responders, the ways communities are reimagining policing, how to enhance your city's #wildfire immunity, and more! https://www.westerncity.com/
The October issue of #WesternCity, featuring stories on #communications and #technology, is now live on www.westerncity.com! Read how cities can level up newsletter communications, maximize #boadband investments, boost #socialmedia engagement, and report critical incidents.
Hello, September! Head over to our website to read the latest issue of #WesternCity featuring articles about #CalCitiesAnnual highlights, as well as rural retail strategies, how to respond to incivility, and more! http://westerncity.com
Can you believe it's already August?! This month, #WesternCity features creative ways cities are addressing homelessness, revitalizing underserved communities & parks, plus a sneak peek of what's in store for this year's #CalCitiesAnnual. Visit www.westerncity.com
The #WesternCity July issue is here! Learn how cities are responding to organic waste recycling regulations, making local water advancements, preserving wildlife, and creating sustainable futures. www.westerncity.com
Building and maintaining public trust is an increasing challenge for cities as trust in institutions continues to erode. This month's #WesternCity explores tools to build inclusivity, navigate divisiveness, and different city approaches to trust building. www.westerncity.com
Our May issue of Western City magazine is now live! Head over to www.westerncity.com to learn how cities are working to strengthen their local economies.
Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company?
