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Livable Places Update – September
September’s article: The View from the Summit: United for Climate Action
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Currents: Winter 2018
Currents provides readers with current information on energy issues affecting local governments in California.
CivicSpark Newsletter – August
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.
Transitioning Fossil Fuel Communities – September 19, 2018
Adaptation and Livable Communities Series – how communities can prosper economically despite transitions. Kate Gordon is an internationally recognized expert on the intersection of clean energy and economic development.
Lyft – Fighting Climate Change One Ride at a Time – September 12, 2018
Smart Growth and Livable Communities Series – transportation, climate change and sustainability goals. Sam Arons is the Director of Sustainability at Lyft.
Hunger in America – Thinking Outside the Food Pantry – September 05, 2018
Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Environmental Justice and Equitable Development series – Taking a Look at Food Insecurity. Sharon Thornberry is the Community Food Systems Manager at the Oregon Food Bank.
Featured Videos
DIY Great Cities – Part 1
This DIY Great Cities workshop session discusses Pop-up events and demonstrations.
Manuel Pastor – Getting to Just Growth and Shared Prosperity
Our panel includes Professor Manuel Pastor, author of two groundbreaking books on equity and growth.
Kate Meis – Getting to Just Growth and Shared Prosperity
Executive Director of the Local Government Commission, Kate Meis, speaks at the 2018 New Partners for Smart Growth™ Conference Kickoff Plenary.