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Livable Places Update – October
October’s article: Facing our Housing and Water Challenges with Smart Planning
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Currents: Winter 2018
Currents provides readers with current information on energy issues affecting local governments in California.
CivicSpark Newsletter – October
This monthly CivicSpark newsletter features updates on CivicSpark projects and highlights.
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The latest from the Local Government Commission
Kate Meis Honored in 40 Under 40 List
The Sacramento Business Journal has honored Kate Meis in their 40 Under 40 list for her outstanding professional accomplishments & community involvement.
Equity Livability
Five years ago, the City of Sacramento created its first Climate Action Plan, with specific goals, strategies and actions to reduce emissions and prepare for climate change impacts.
Recreation Economy
Placer County’s economy, culture, and communities all rely on thriving nature. However, many of their natural resources have been threatened as a result of climate change.
Infinite Earth Radio Podcast
Infinite Earth Radio is a podcast produced by Skeo, in association with the Local Government Commission. Each week we interview visionary civic leaders who are transforming the future.
Addressing Inequity in Rural California – November 07, 2018
Smart Growth and Livable Communities Series – the widening disparity in California and the challenges to address across California’s regions
Facing the Environment and Invisibility in West Virginia – October 24, 2018
Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Environmental Justice and Equitable Development series – seeking justice in a disempowered place
Featured Videos
The New Mobility Planning in an Era of Autonomous Vehicles
This plenary features leading transportation experts discussing how local governments can plan for the new mobility future.
Protected Bike Lane Popup Demonstration
As the City of St. Louis starts a Downtown Transportation Plan, this pop-up lane demonstrated how to improve safety and bikeability in St. Louis. This installation was led by Trailnet and PlaceMatters.
Cities Get Smarter: Smart Growth and the Internet of Things
Government officials and business leaders are beginning to embrace advanced technology to rethink the way we manage our civic and natural resources.