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Upcoming Webinars

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View past webinar recordings, presentations, and additional resources using the links below.

2026 Webinars

• LUNCH & LEARN – Navigating Workforce Liability in 2026: Employment Law Updates to Know (February 10, 2026)
• The 2026 Election: What Local Leaders Need to Know for Ballot Measures and Candidate Elections (February 5, 2026)
• LUNCH & LEARN – Expanding Public Access: SB 707’s Updates to the Brown Act (January 29, 2026)
• Ch-Ch-Changes: CEQA and How It Impacts Your Wildfire Risk Reduction Efforts (January 26, 2026)

2025 Webinars

• From Surveys to Solutions: Leveraging Feedback to Power Community Engagement (December 8, 2025)
• Managing Across Generations: Building Stronger Local Government Teams (November 18, 2025)
• Controlling Your Own Destiny: a Local Leader’s Toolbox for Reducing Wildfire Risk (November 13, 2025)
• Measure Twice, Cut Once: Creating the Right Wildfire Risk Reduction Plan for Your Community (October 1, 2025)
• A Look Ahead: How a New Redistricting Map Would Affect Your Agency (September 29, 2025)
• LUNCH & LEARN – Unlocking Housing Solutions: How CEQA Reform Is Reshaping California Development (September 25, 2025)
• Building Fire-Adapted Communities: A Roadmap for California Leaders (September 9, 2025)
• From Vacancy to Vision: Proactive Succession Planning for Local Government (July 30, 2025)
• Boosting Local Budgets: Leveraging Sales Tax and Lesser-known Revenue Streams (April 10, 2025)
• The New Economic Development Is Green…and it comes with $$$ (April 3, 2025)

2024 Webinars

• Building Support for Ballot Measures: Best Practices and Lessons Learned from the 2024 Election (December 3, 2024)
• What is a Registered Apprenticeship and Can It Work in Your Agency? (November 22, 2024)
• IDEA Summit: Improving Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) to Public Sector Careers (October 21, 2024)
• Public Meetings: From Brown Act Basics to New Legislation (October 3, 2024)
• Empowering Communities Through Resident Academies (September 24, 2024)
• Workplace Investigations: Tips From the Trenches (September 17, 2024)
• Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency on a Budget (August 29, 2024)
• Complying with CARB’s Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation (August 19, 2024)
• The 2024 Election: What Public Officials and Staff Need to Know About Local Ballot Measures and Candidate Elections (August 8, 2024)
• Grant Readiness 101: Preparing to Submit Competitive Applications for State and Federal Funding (July 24, 2024)
• The More You Know: An Election Year Update on California’s New Governance and Ethics Laws (May 1, 2024)

2023 Webinars

• The Future of Local Government: Preparing to Lead (December 12, 2023)
• Using Data for More Inclusive Public Engagement (December 7, 2023)
• Lunch & Learn: Local Agency Contracting with Independent Contractors (November 8, 2023)
• Shaping the Future: Key Trends in Real Estate, Finance, and Economic Development (November 7, 2023)
• Results & Lessons from the 2023 California City Manager Survey (October 17, 2023)
• Lunch & Learn: Navigating Workplace Investigations (October 10, 2023)
• Strategies for Supporting Multigenerational Workplaces (August 22, 2023)
• Powering the Future: Cost-Saving Energy Efficiency Projects for Local Governments (August 17, 2023)
• Lunch and Learn: California’s New Campaign Contribution Regulations, What Local Governments Need to Know (July 13, 2023)
• Leading Local: Artificial Intelligence & Local Government (June 28, 2023)
• Keeping Public Meetings Accessible: New Open Meeting Laws for Local Governments (June 22, 2023)
• Civic Engagement & Gen Z: How to Meaningfully Engage Youth in Local Government (May 25, 2023)
• Budget Season: How Local Governments Can Build and Maintain Fiscal Health (April 27, 2023)
• Sustainability at Every Size: How Any Government Can Move the Needle On Climate (April 18, 2023)
• Leading Local: Local Government Women in Leadership Virtual Panel (March 30, 2023)
• Advancing Climate Equity: State Regulations and Strategies for Local Governments (February 23, 2023)

2022 Webinars

• Hybrid Working: Workplace Culture & Accessibility Best Practices for Local Governments (November 29, 2022)
• Building Career Pathways for Local Government Staff (November 9, 2022)
• Local Government Recruitment and Retention: What Managers Need to Know (October 26, 2022)
• Understanding New Legal Developments for Public Sector Social Media (October 18, 2022)
• Social Media & Public Engagement Best Practices for Local Governments (October 13, 2022)
• Sustainable Recreation: How to Get an Economic Boost while Protecting and Preserving the Environment (August 31, 2022)
• Leading Local: Managing Difficult Conversations with Constituents & Colleagues (August 10, 2022) recording coming soon
• Virtual Public Engagement Strategy for Underserved Communities: Challenges and Solutions (August 9, 2022)
• Leading Local: Mastering the Art of Crucial Conversations Using CQ (July 27, 2022)
• Leading Local: Managing Conflict Through the Lens of Equity (June 29, 2022)
• Personal and Organizational Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention (June 23, 2022)
• How Registered Apprenticeships Can Work in Your Local Agency (June 22, 2022)
• Leading Local: Depolarizing Within (June 8, 2022)
• Leading Local: Civility in Local Government (June 2, 2022) 
• Leading Local: Developing the Language of Cultural Intelligence – Building a Living Glossary (May 25, 2022)
• Ballot Measures and Municipal Elections: What Local Leaders Need to Know (May 24, 2022)
• Leading Local: Communication Skills for Bridging the Divide (May 11, 2022) 
• Local Gov’t Taxes: Budgeting, Forecasting, and Future Trends (May 4, 2022)
• Cultural Intelligence Training Series Session 1: Cultural Intelligence 101 (April 27, 2022)
• Cultural Intelligence Series Informational Webinar (April 06, 2022)
• Reinvigorating the Public Sector Workforce Pipeline, Post-Pandemic (March 23, 2022)
• Navigating New Laws and Protocols Around Public Meetings: The Brown Act and Other Considerations (January 24, 2022)

2021 Webinars

• Achieving Meaningful and Equitable Community Engagement Outcomes in Hybrid Environment (December 9, 2021)
• Leading Local: Operationalizing Equity (November 16, 2021)
• Equitable Funding Strategies for Local Government (November 10, 2021)
• New Housing Laws, Programs and Funding (November 4, 2021)
• Supporting California’s Immigrant Communities (November 3, 2021)
• Leading Local: Planning for the Future (October 21, 2021)
• Housing Strategies to Help Address the Homelessness Crisis (October 7, 2021)
• Climate-Resilient Land Use & Housing Policies (September 2, 2021)
• Leading Local: Navigating Re-Opening Anxiety (August 27, 2021)
• Equity Considerations for California’s Transportation (August 23, 2021)
• Leading Local: Bridging Divides (August 18, 2021)
• Strategies to Engage Your Community on Housing Issues (August 5, 2021)
• Redistricting: What Your Community Needs to Know (July 20, 2021)
• Equity and Housing: Meeting and Exceeding California’s Fair Housing Requirements (July 1, 2021)
• Redistricting 101: What Cities Need to Know (June 30, 2021)
• Wildfire Risk & Resilience (June 10, 2021)
• Recovery or Relapse? Tools to Help Local Governments Navigate Financial Realities of COVID (June 9, 2021)
• Effective Leadership in Housing and Development (June 3, 2021)
• Beyond BOOST: Advancing Climate and Equity Goals (May 26, 2021)
• Rental and Mortgage Assistance, Tenant Protection and Other Tools to Support Residents During the COVID-19 Pandemic (May 6, 2021)
• Leading Local: Addressing Hate Crimes (April 23, 2021)
• Exploring New Housing Laws and Ordinances (April 1, 2021)
• Workforce Housing Program Provides Rent Relief for California’s Middle-Income Residents (March 18, 2021)
• Leading Local: The Role of Local Government in Times of Crisis (March 11, 2021)
• Strategies to Streamline Your Local Government Budget Process (February 24, 2021)

2020 Webinars

• Civic Engagement & Refugee Communities (October 21, 2020)
• Campaigning During COVID-19: Practical Solutions for Fielding an Election & Running a Campaign During COVID (October 2, 2020)
• Fiscal Matters & Labor Negotiations: Practical Solutions For Public Agencies During COVID-19 (October 1, 2020)
• Technical Assistance Workshop: Public Engagement for Housing Elements During COVID (September 1, 2020)
• Rethinking Natural Disasters After COVID-19: Building Local Resilience to Earthquakes, Mudslides & Wildfires (August 17, 2020)
• Tips and Tools to Engage Your Community in a Digital Environment (July 29, 2020)
• Preparing Vulnerable Californians for Natural Disaster (July 15, 2020)
• Resetting the Local Economy after COVID-19 (July 9, 2020)
• COVID-19 Impact on the U.S. and California Economies (June 25, 2020)
• It’s Not Too Late…Navigating FEMA Public Assistance with VANIR (June 24, 2020)
• SB 1383 Reducing Short-Lived Climate Pollutants in CA (June 23, 2020)
• Reframing the Local Planning Process (June 18, 2020)
• Health Data for COVID Recovery Decision-Making – A Snapshot of Anthem’s C19 Explorer Tool (June 17, 2020)
• New Public Poll on Local Taxes, Rate Increases & More – Informing Policy Decisions (May 27, 2020)
• Financial Uncertainty During COVID-19: Budget Forecasting & Financial Tips for Local Government Leaders (April 29, 2020)
• Staying Connected – Tips and Tactics for Effective External Communication Despite Social Distance (April 7, 2020)
• Managing Human Resources During a Public Health Crisis (April 2, 2020)
• Transparency, Public Access & Trust Keeping Local Government Open Through Social Distancing (April 1, 2020)
• Local Government Apprenticeship & Workforce Strategies (March 31, 2020)

Archived Webinars

• Tools and Approaches to Address Homelessness (June 7, 2018)
• Get Your Public Meetings Back on Track! Tips and Tricks for Effective Meetings (April 12, 2018)
• Hope for Homelessness (March 7, 2018)
• Municipal Elections: From Start to Finish (March 1, 2018)
• Public Engagement: When to Use a Professional Facilitator (December 14, 2017)
• Tips to Promote and Ethical and Transparent Culture (December 5, 2017)
• Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest (November 16, 2017)
• Are You Ready for Public Engagement? A Conversation for Cities, Counties and Special Districts (November 8, 2017)
• The Brown Act (November 1, 2017)
• Abstentions and Disqualifications – Conflicts of Interest (October 22, 2017)
• Engaging Your Community through Surveys and Polls (June 7, 2017)
• Achieving Positive Outcomes for Safety and Violence Prevention Through Collaboration (October 19, 2016)
• Understanding the Brown Act (September 29, 2016)
• Abstentions and Disqualifications – Conflicts of Interest and When to Step Aside (September 22, 2016)
• Promoting Personal and Organizational Ethics (August 31, 2016)
• Form 700 and Recent Updates to FPPC Regulations (July 27, 2016)
• Planning a Healthier Future: Partnerships with Purpose (June 14, 2016)
• Improving Community Wellness through Collaboration (February 23, 2016)
• What Every Business Needs to Know About California Public Integrity Law in Dealing with Government Entities (October 6, 2015)
• Tips to Streamline the Planning Process for Recycling Facilities (April 14, 2015)
• Understanding CEQA Guidelines: What You Need to Know for Recycling Infrastructure Projects (March 10, 2015)
• The Future of Recycling Programs : Sustainable Funding Sources (December 2, 2014)
• Financing Recycling Programs: Applying Existing California Law (November 4, 2014)
• Meeting and Exceeding LCFF Public Engagement Requirements (October 7, 2014)
• Technology, Tools and Techniques to Improve Public Engagement (June 18, 2014)
• How to Ensure Your Budget Meets Your Community’s Needs (March 5, 2014)
• Sustainable Communities Learning Network Brownbag Series (December 2012 – April 2013)
• Partnering with Community Based Organizations for More Inclusive Public Engagement (November 14, 2013)
• How Local Governments Can Support Citizenship for Eligible Lawful Permanent Residents in California (October 17, 2013)
• Creating Safe Walking and Bicycling Communities: A New Toolkit Orientation (June 25, 2013)
• Brown Act Webinar: Keeping Clerks Ahead of the Curve (June 10, 2013)
• Effective Public Engagement Dealing with Deeply Held Concerns and Organized Opposition in Public Engagement Activities (March 13, 2013)
• Land Use & Community Design Webinar: City of Delano Achieves Broad Public Engagement for Health & Inclusiveness (January 15, 2013)
• Efficient Transportation Webinar: Solano County Safe Routes to School (December 4, 2012)
• Climate Adaptation Planning Tools for California Local Governments (May 15, 2012)
• The Beacon Award: From Participant to Award Winner, Moving Your Agency Forward (April 3, 2012)
• How to Participate in the Beacon Award Recognition Program – Understanding the Basics (March 6, 2012)
• Financing Sustainability Webinar Series: Opportunities to Fund Local Parks and Open Space (January 31, 2012)
• Financing Sustainability Webinar Series: Financing Energy at the Local Level (December, 6, 2011)
• Financing Sustainability Webinar Series: Accessing State Funding, Resources & Tools (October 18, 2011)
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance Webinar Series: Understanding California’s Proposed Commercial Recycling Regulations: What Local Agencies Need to Know About the Education, Outreach and Monitoring Requirements (May 2, 2011)
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance Webinar Series: Recycling Programs at Apartment Complexes: Success Tips for Local Officials (April 7, 2011)
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance Webinar Series: Creating Effective Enforcement and Compliance Elements for Commercial Recycling (December 16, 2010)​​
• Helping Struggling Families Afford Health Insurance and Healthy Food for Their Children (October 21, 2010)
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance Webinar Series: Creating Effective Commercial Recycling Education and Outreach Activities (October 6, 2010)
• AB 32 & SB 375 Legal Analysis Webinar (September 8, 2010)
• Making Sure Your Community Has a Voice in Your Region’s Plan for Growth (July 7, 2010)
• Commercial Recycling Ordinance Webinar Series: Adopting a Commercial Recycling Ordinance – How to Get Started (June 30, 2010)
• Tools and Resources for Sustainable Community Planning at the Local Level (February 16, 2010)