This week in Realignment: May 17, 2013
In a sign that public safety realignment is gaining prominence, Gov. Jerry Brown touched on the issue in his short statement on his May budget revision Read more
Need to Know
California voter registration gets a shot in the arm
Secretary of State Debra Bowen has designated the state's new Health Benefit Exchange, Covered California, as a voter registration agency under the National Voters Registration Act (NVRA) Read more
Video: HOPE Latina Action Day presses for civic engagement
Hispanic women will soon comprise more than 20 percent of the state’s population Read more
A how-to guide for local government collaboration and innovation
These are challenging days for local government, but every crisis brings opportunity. Read more
Gov. Brown emphasizes continued discipline in his May budget revision
In past years, the May Budget Revisions have reflected the need for major spending reductions. The final budget reflects which programs will survive. Read more
Upcoming Events
League of Women Voters of California 64th State Convention: "myLeague: Leading the Charge for Change!"
Held in May in odd-numbered years, this is the chance for all League of Women Voters members to network, share their skills, and discuss the future.... Read more
Bay Area Council 2013 Outlook Conference
As California and the nation show increasing positive signs of sustained economic recovery, the Bay Area Council is focusing its 2013 Outlook... Read more
CSAC 2013 Legislative Conference
A variety of issues swirling around the Capitol could have significant impacts on California counties: the Affordable Care Act, CEQA reform and... Read more