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Former ambassador Robert Jordan: Bob Mueller was a true patriot
In this file photo, special counsel Robert S. Mueller III testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington before the House Judiciary Committee in Washington, July 24, 2019. Mueller, a former FBI director, died on Friday. (Susan Walsh/AP) I first met Bob Mueller a few months after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. He took office as director of the FBI on Sept. 4, 2001, just a week before the horrendous attacks.
Farmers markets don’t just happen
My wife and I have been longtime shoppers at the Napa Farmers Market. We now easily purchase 80% of our household food from the market on either Tuesdays or Saturdays, and sometimes both. As avid travelers, both domestically and internationally, I can tell you that access to fresh fruits and vegetables grown locally is still one of the great benefits of living in California.
Trackdown Management Picking Up the Pieces
Trackdown Management’s City Manager newsletter: Volume No. 14, Issue No. 16 For over 13 years, Jack Simpson’s Trackdown Management has published the City Manager Newsletter. Jack is a retired city manager and former Willdan executive. His newsletter content weaves together the personal side of the profession in California and helps keep the city manager community, especially retired city managers, connected with each other.
City of Menifee takes action to address pedestrian safety around schools
City of Menifee takes action to address pedestrian safety around schools In response to concerns about the safety of students walking to local schools, the City of Menifee and the Menifee Police Department have increased patrols around schools and will initiate traffic engineering studies in the coming months to determine the need for additional services.
Audit: Calif. Pension Program Sends $42M to 22K Dead People
The audit report, posted to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System’s website ahead of a Tuesday board meeting, detailed shortcomings in the $490 billion pension fund’s efforts to track retiree deaths and recover overpayments. About 1,800 CalPERS beneficiaries die each month, according to the pension fund. CalPERS often does not learn about deaths right away.
San Diego County Board paves way for legalization of small home kitchens
San Diego County Board paves way for legalization of small home kitchens The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted today to move forward with plans to legalize microenterprise home kitchen operations, or MEHKOs. MEHKOs are defined by California law as a small retail food facility, operated from a private home. The state allowed local jurisdictions to begin authorizing MEHKOs in 2018.
$12 million in federal funding goes to housing programs in San Diego County
$12 million in federal funding goes to housing programs in San Diego County San Diego County spent nearly $12 million in federal entitlement funds last fiscal year on affordable housing, homelessness issues, community infrastructure, and housing or services for people living with HIV/AIDS.
Long Beach Police Chief Robert G. Luna to retire in December 2021
Long Beach Police Chief Robert G. Luna to retire in December 2021 Long Beach Police Chief Robert G. Luna announced today that he will be retiring in December 2021. Chief Luna was sworn in as Chief of Police on November 22, 2014, and has served on the Police Department’s Command Staff since 2001.
City of West Hollywood issues Emergency Executive Order to implement COVID-19 vaccine verification requirements
The City of West Hollywood has issued an Emergency Executive Order to implement COVID-19 vaccine verification requirements as the transmission rate of the COVID-19 Delta variant remains high in Los Angeles County and throughout the nation. On Friday, September 10, 2021, West Hollywood City Manager and Director of Emergency Services David A.
Director of Community Development - City of Escondido
Director of Community Development – City of Escondido Just 18 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Escondido lies 30 miles northeast of San Diego and roughly 100 miles south of Los Angeles. This full-service city maintains a workforce of 970 FTEs and a FY 21-22 operating budget of $283.4 million. The Community Development Department is organized into four divisions and supported by 35 full-time positions and a FY 2021-22 budget of $7.9 million.
Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services - City of San Bernardino
Located in the Riverside-San Bernardino metropolitan area of Southern California (often referred to as the Inland-Empire), the City of San Bernardino serves as the county seat of San Bernardino County. It spans 62 square miles and has a diverse population of over 213,000. In 2016, the citizens voted to change the City Charter, choosing to be governed by a Council-Manager form of government.
Antioch Announces Retirement of Tammany Brooks as Police Chief
by ECT Sep 9, 2021 written by ECT Sep 9, 2021 ANTIOCH, CALIFORNIA – Antioch City Manager Ron Bernal has announced the retirement of Police Chief Tammany Brooks. Chief Brooks has accepted the position of Deputy Chief in Boise, Idaho, a city of approximately 230,000 residents. Chief Brooks was first hired by the City of Antioch as a patrol officer in December of 1995 when he began working his way through the ranks of the Antioch Police Department (APD).
Trackdown Management Picking Up the Pieces
Trackdown Management’s City Manager newsletter: Volume No. 14, Issue No. 15 For over 13 years, Jack Simpson’s Trackdown Management has published the City Manager Newsletter. Jack is a retired city manager and former Willdan executive. His newsletter content weaves together the personal side of the profession in California and helps keep the city manager community, especially retired city managers, connected with each other.
$158 million savings for taxpayers with OCTA’s federal loan reset for 405 project
OCTA is the first agency in the nation to reset a partially drawn TIFIA loan, taking advantage of low-interest rates to realize significant savings The Orange County Transportation Authority today reset the interest rate to 1.95 percent on its $629 million federal loan for the I-405 Improvement Project, a first-of-its-kind reset that will help save an additional $158 million over the life of the loan.
Assistant Manager - Rancho Santa Fe
Bob Hall & Associates Rancho Santa Fe, located in San Diego County, has a rich history, and was established in 1928 as a country residential community with an emphasis on agriculture and on preserving the rural landscapes. Today, Rancho Santa Fe encompasses roughly 10 square miles and is home to about 4,300 residents. Near the center of the community is the Village of Rancho Santa Fe with shops, restaurants, other commercial businesses, and the historic Rancho Santa Fe Inn.
Planning Manager - City of Walnut Creek, CA
Planning Manager – City of Walnut Creek, CA Bob Murray & Associates The City of Walnut Creek, nestled just 25 miles east of San Francisco in Northern California, is a scenic urban setting next to Mt. Diablo. Its sprawling landscapes, warm weather, upscale dining, posh shopping district, and local winery make Walnut Creek a suburban oasis with an urban flair. With a rare blend of 2,800 acres of open space, a vibrant downtown, and a performing arts center, Walnut Creek offers something for everyone.
Town Manager - Town of Fairfax
Town Manager – Town of Fairfax Ralph Andersen & Associates The Town of Fairfax (located in central/west Marin County, California) is seeking an engaging leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and a strong passion for public service.
Chief Financial Officer - Cesar Chavez Foundation
Chief Financial Officer – Cesar Chavez Foundation Bob Murray & Associates The Cesar Chavez Foundation (CCF) is seeking a dynamic and proactive Chief Financial Officer who can contribute to the development and implementation of the CCF’s mission, policies, strategies, and operations as a high-performing member of the Leadership Team.
Finance Director - City of Santa Cruz
Finance Director – City of Santa Cruz Bob Murray & Associates The City of Santa Cruz is seeking an experienced professional and skilled strategist to serve as the Finance Director, the City’s top financial advisor and a key resource for high level guidance and decision making. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of six (6) years’ experience of increasing responsibility including at least three (3) years of management experience in a similar setting.
Director of Property Management and Development - Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands
Director of Property Management and Development – Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands Bob Murray & Associates The Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands (“Sunnylands” or “the Trust”), established in 2001, provides a place of tranquility and hospitality where national and international leaders convene to promote world peace and facilitate international agreements. The Trust is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating entity governed by a nine-member Board of Trustees.
City of Vallejo awarded a $960,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration
City of Vallejo awarded a $960,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration Over the past year, City staff, alongside their partners, completed the extensive application process for Federal funds through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). Today the EDA announced that they are awarding the City of Vallejo with a $960,000 grant to conduct an infrastructure study of Mare Island.
EDF Renewables North America and Clean Power Alliance sign power purchase agreement for solar-plus-storage project
EDF Renewables North America and Clean Power Alliance sign power purchase agreement for solar-plus-storage project EDF Renewables North America (EDFR) and Clean Power Alliance (CPA) today announced the signing of a 15-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the Desert Quartzite Solar-plus-Storage project.
City Manager - City of Santa Rosa
City Manager – City of Santa Rosa W. Brown Creative Partners Santa Rosa – Leading the North Bay The City of Santa Rosa, California, is seeking its next City Manager who is a pillar of the community, upholds the mission and priorities of the City Council, and develops winning strategies to meet the needs of the community.
The City of Santa Clarita ranked in the top seven percent of cities in the California State Auditors fiscal health analysis
The City of Santa Clarita ranked in the top seven percent of cities in the California State Auditors fiscal health analysis The City of Santa Clarita was recently ranked in the top seven percent of fiscally healthy cities by the California State Auditor. The California State Auditor’s website features an interactive dashboard that compares the fiscal health of over 420 cities based on 10 financial indicators.
SamTrans awards contract for electric bus infrastructure at bases
SamTrans awards contract for electric bus infrastructure at bases The San Mateo County Transit District Board of Directors awarded a $415,000 contract for preliminary design services to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., an important step for the redevelopment and preparation of SamTrans North and South Base bus yard facilities in order to support a 100% zero-emission fleet.
COVID-19 deaths nearly double in one week in San Diego County
COVID-19 deaths nearly double in one week in San Diego County A total of 49 COVID-19 deaths were reported in the region in the past seven days (Aug. 25-31), nearly double the 25 reported the week before (Aug. 18-24), the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency announced today. The newly reported deaths include 37 men and 12 women. Most of the deaths occurred in late August. Forty-one had underlying medical conditions, four did not and four had medical history pending.
DOJ investigation finds constitutional violations at SLO Co. Jail
Constitutional violations were reportedly found at the San Luis Obispo County Jail following an independent investigation launched in 2018 by the U.S. Department of Justice.
In memory of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl Hunter Lopez from the City of Coachella
In memory of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl Hunter Lopez from the City of Coachella On behalf of City of Coachella‘s City Council and our residents, we would like to recognize the passing of U.S. Marine Corps Cpl Hunter Lopez. The City also wants to share our heartfelt condolences to Captain Herman Lopez, Deputy Alicia Lopez, along with their family and friends. “We are so saddened by this tragic and sudden loss of one of the fallen U.S. Soldiers in the attack in Afghanistan.
Lake Mendocino storage drops below 20,000 acre feet, signaling need for continued water conservation
Lake Mendocino storage drops below 20,000 acre feet, signaling need for continued water conservation Lake Mendocino this week fell below 20,000 acre-feet (AF) of storage, falling short of a water conservation goal established to maintain adequate downstream flows for fisheries and human health and safety needs for municipal users. A minimum storage goal of 20,000 AF by Oct.
Outreach & Relationship Manager - CalTrust
Outreach & Relationship Manager – CalTrust Background CalTRUST is a joint powers authority that was established to give California public agencies an investment tool to diversify their investment portfolio. As a local government investment pool, CalTRUST offers five fund options and currently holds over $2.2 billion in assets for over 140 California public agencies. CalTRUST is a small-staff organization governed by a Board of Trustees.
Pasadena City Council approves alternating water schedule to address drought
Pasadena City Council approves alternating water schedule to address drought On Monday, Aug. 16, the Pasadena City Council unanimously approved the proposal to implement the Level 2 Water Supply Shortage Plan under the Pasadena Municipal Code and to establish a voluntary water reduction target of 15%, which aligns with the state’s reduction goal.
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors appoint Brownfield as public defender
Humboldt County Board of Supervisors appoint Brownfield as public defender The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors today appointed Luke Brownfield as the new Public Defender. He replaces Marek Reavis, who retired on July 2. Brownfield was appointed as the Acting Public Defender effective July 4. “With his experience and leadership, we are fortunate to have Luke as the new public defender for our community,” said 3rd District Supervisor and Vice Chair Mike Wilson.
El Dorado County launches roadside food vendor safety education campaign
El Dorado County launches roadside food vendor safety education campaign Due to a noticeable rise in the number of roadside food vendors who are not operating within food safety regulations, El Dorado County today announced a new education and outreach campaign to help consumers understand the possible negative consequences associated with purchasing produce from illegal roadside vendors.
San Diego County officials encourage businesses to require proof of vaccination or regular testing from employees
San Diego County officials encourage businesses to require proof of vaccination or regular testing from employees San Diego County officials Monday encouraged local businesses and employers to implement stricter COVID-19 measures amid a spike in new virus cases. Officials recommended businesses implement a requirement for employees to either show proof of vaccination, or subject themselves to regular testing.
Paso Robles appoints new city manager
Paso Robles appoints new city manager The Paso Robles City Council is pleased to announce that a conditional offer of employment for the position of City Manager has been made to Ty Lewis, the current Paso Robles Police Chief. The appointment is formally scheduled to occur at the next City Council meeting on August 17, 2021. Mr. Lewis was selected following an extensive, nationwide search and selection process that included community members, city executives and the City Council.
City of Modesto hires new police chief to continue evolution of public safety
City of Modesto hires new police chief to continue evolution of public safety After a comprehensive nationwide search and extensive community input, the City of Modesto has a new Police Chief. Brandon Gillespie will begin his new position as Chief of Police beginning August 17, 2021. He is currently serving as the Interim Police Chief for Modesto. The City of Modesto began the search for a new Police Chief in March.
San Diego County permit refunds provide more pandemic assistance to restaurants
San Diego County permit refunds provide more pandemic assistance to restaurants San Diego County will begin notifying restaurants today of $4.5 million in permit fee refunds for the period of March 16, 2020 through June 15, 2021.
California JPIA renews sponsorship of California City Management Foundation
California JPIA renews sponsorship of California City Management Foundation The California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (California JPIA) has renewed its sponsorship of the California City Management Foundation (CCMF) for the fourteenth consecutive year. As the premier advocacy and support organization for city managers, CCMF promotes and encourages excellence in city management in all of California’s 482 incorporated cities and towns.
California JPIA welcomes new member, City of Santa Clarita
California JPIA welcomes new member, City of Santa Clarita The California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (California JPIA) welcomes the City of Santa Clarita, a new member and participant in the Authority’s Excess Liability, Excess Workers’ Compensation, and Property Insurance Programs as of July 1, 2021. “The City of Santa Clarita is proud to be a new member of the California JPIA,” said Santa Clarita Director of Administrative Services Carmen Magana.
Sales tax returns rebound in California, HdL companies finds trends positive
Sales tax returns rebound in California, HdL companies finds trends positive Public agencies across the Golden State are continuing to rebound from the financial impacts of the COVID-19 lockdown. The state’s local one-cent sales and use tax revenue from January to March 2021 was 9.5% higher than the same quarter in 2020, despite agencies across the state experiencing uneven gains.
Procure America: PG&E time-of-use utility rate update: “A tale of two rates”
Procure America: PG&E time-of-use utility rate update: “A tale of two rates” Submitted by Fred Armendariz, CEO, In 2015, the California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) approved a dramatic change to the Time-of-Use (TOU) rate structures for all of the California’s investor-owned utilities (primarily SDG&E, SCE and PG&E).
Glendale City Council approves phase 2 of mandatory water conservation ordinance
Glendale City Council approves phase 2 of mandatory water conservation ordinance On August 10, 2021, the Glendale City Council implemented Phase II of Glendale Water & Power’s (GWP) Water Conservation Ordinance. Glendale and many cities in the State that rely on water from the State Water Project are moving towards Mandatory Water Conservation due to a lack of expected runoff.
San Diego County opens four more COVID-19 testing sites; Capacity now at 6,500 daily tests
San Diego County opens four more COVID-19 testing sites; Capacity now at 6,500 daily tests Due to increased demand, the County is once again opening more sites where San Diegans can get tested against COVID-19. Four new sites have opened or will open this week. They are: Lemon Grove Senior Center – Now Open 8235 Mount Vernon St., Lemon Grove Tue. – Sat.
County of Alameda opens application period for $50 million AC Boost Down Payment Program
County of Alameda opens application period for $50 million AC Boost Down Payment Program AC Boost, the countywide Down Payment Assistance Program, is now accepting applications through August 30, 2021. This round of AC Boost is anticipated to provide over $12 million in down payment assistance loans to up to 70 households who live in, work in, or have been displaced from Alameda County.
Institute for Local government and California Strategic Growth Council announce second round of BOOST Program to help under-resourced communities address climate change
Today, the California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) released an application survey for the BOOST Program, a state-wide program tailored to help California cities and towns advance their climate action, resilience, and equity objectives. The program is administered through a partnership between SGC, the Institute for Local Government (ILG), Climate Resolve, California Coalition for Rural Housing, and Farallon Strategies.
BB&K: U.S. Treasury issues guidance on Coronavirus State and Local fiscal recovery funds
BB&K: U.S. Treasury issues guidance on Coronavirus State and Local fiscal recovery funds Ways Municipalities Can Utilize ARPA Funds, Plan for Expenditures Through 2026 By Ana Schwab, Andre Monette and Gerard Lavery Lederer, Best Best & Krieger LLP The U.S. Treasury rolled out its Interim Final Rule on Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds on May 10.
RPLG’s Ryan McGinley-Stempel named partner
Renne Public Law Group (RPLG) congratulates Ryan McGinley-Stempel, announcing his promotion to Partner effective July 12. Ryan, who joined RPLG as an Associate in 2018 and was promoted to Senior Associate in 2019, advises on and litigates constitutional and statutory issues involving education and employment law, public pensions and vested rights, voter initiatives, land use, public records, class actions, free speech, preemption, professional responsibility, and religious discrimination.
Mayor Eric Garcetti, Councilmember Nithya Raman, honor late 4th District Councilmember at renaming ceremony for the Tom LaBonge Headworks Water Complex
Mayor Eric Garcetti, Councilmember Nithya Raman, honor late 4th District Councilmember at renaming ceremony for the Tom LaBonge Headworks Water Complex Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Councilmember Nithya Raman, members of the Board of Water and Power Commissioners, and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) General Manager and Chief Engineer Martin Adams, joined members of the LaBonge family today to dedicate the former LADWP Headworks Reservoir Complex, as the Tom LaBonge...
Dana Goldman takes on deanship at USC Price School of Public Policy
Dana Goldman takes on deanship at USC Price School of Public Policy Long a leader at USC Price, Goldman has served as interim dean since last year. He’ll head the school as rapid change creates pressing demands for public policy research and scholars. Dana Goldman, a Distinguished Professor of Public Policy, Pharmacy, and Economics, has been appointed dean of the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy. He will hold the C. Erwin and Ione L. Piper Dean’s Chair.
Hayward Mayor, City manager to testify at Thursday hearing against restart of power plant following unexplained explosion
Hayward Mayor, City manager to testify at Thursday hearing against restart of power plant following unexplained explosion The California Energy Commission will hold a public hearing Thursday on Calpine Corp.’s application to restart its Hayward power plant following an unexplained explosion at the facility that sent chunks of hot metal flying hundreds of feet—including a 15 pound piece that cut through the roof of a recreation room 1200 feet away at a transitional housing center for people...
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