Institute for Local Government

#thankyouelectionheroes Election Hero Day

#democracyatwork #thankyouelectionheroes Election Hero Day

#ThankYouElectionHeroes Election Hero Day

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In Case You Missed It, ILG’s October newsletter focuses on the importance of #civility in a #democracy. In this issue #TeamILG spotlights tips, tools and resources that will help #localgov leaders navigate the complexity of the coming weeks, which may include transitions in #leadership, #communityengagement challenges and more. https://conta.cc/37UUzNl Stay informed! Sign up to keep up to date on ILG’s latest resources https://www.ca-ilg.org/stayinformed

ILG Partner Best Best & Krieger LLP developed a #localgov Survival Guide with essential training for newly elected leaders. The package includes four of their most popular and most crucial for public officials trainings in one curriculum. And it is available from anywhere, at anytime, on any smartphone, tablet or computer. A great resource following #election2020

Check out this online Video Voter series produced by the Rose Institute of State and Local Government to give voters an objective, easy-to understand guide to all 12 propositions on CA's ballot. In brief 2-3 minute videos, the Institute presents each measure’s basic purpose, major supporters and opponents and arguments pro and con to help voters make informed voting decisions. #stayinformed #democracy

Understanding how government works is a cornerstone of democracy. Team ILG recently hosted a FREE online workshop for the Slavic Community, part of our ongoing #equity and #publicengagement work to inform California’s immigrant communities and help them learn about the basics of #localgov and how it can work for them.

In the face of the upcoming #election, it is important to have public trust and confidence in government at the local, state, and federal levels. Check out ILG’s Good Governance Checklist to determine the best ways to evaluate current practices, #transparency, and shortages in public policies or procedures. Stay tuned for updates to this checklist with more tips to increase #equity, #civility and #inclusion in your community. https://www.ca-ilg.org//files/file-attac/checklist_v4.pdf

Great to see #localgov working diligently to ensure a safe, civil and accurate election. #Leadership and #governance are always on display during election time and for our democracy to thrive, California’s cities, counties and special districts need the best of governance and administrative leadership. ILG has put together a list of resources to help elected officials and staff collaborate and effectively govern during this important time. https://www.ca-ilg.org/leadership-and-governance

CA's appellate courts have delivered three very significant decisions involving municipal revenues in the past few months. Check out this article by our affiliate League of California Cities Western City magazine to find out "What You Need to Know About Municipal Finance" #municipalfinance #localgov

Did you miss #TeamILG’s virtual 2020 Beacon Awards Ceremony? Don’t worry! There’s another chance to celebrate the 36 winning #cacities and see the Honorable @SenatorPavley give a very special keynote on Tuesday 10/27 @ 1:00pm. Register now: https://lgc.zoom.us/webi/register/WN_-PXse_7ERUSvntBNlxZIww Local Government Commission #SEECforum

ILG Partner Best Best & Krieger LLP has an article focused on recent changes to communication tools and laws that govern them. Clicking the like button has become second nature. Whether it’s a thumbs up, hug or sad face on Facebook, or a heart reaction on Instagram and Twitter, these simple online interactions are now ingrained in the way we communicate with one another. For California public officials, however, these seemingly mundane interactions could run afoul of state law. Read more. PublicCEO