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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR
AND MEMBERS
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER
DATE: MAY 20, 1997
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
EXECUTIVE FORUM, JULY 23-25, 1997,MONTEREY
Attached for your consideration is information regarding the aforementioned conference. The
Council has attended in the past and it has proven to be of benefit to the City. Sessions include:
The Future of Water and Cities;Lobbying the Legislature and Gaining a Voice in the Capitol;
Proposition 208 and Reporting Requirements; Communicating Benefits of Economic
Development;How to Start an Economic Development Program for your City; and City-School
Collaboration for Better Communities.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Council authorize the attendance of any Councilmember, City
Attorney, City Manager and staff designee.
COUNCIL. AGENDA
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5 $v r ' y� ? rPROGRESS T,H R o U•G 11 1 E 11,1r N I N G;:
Preliminary Program
Wednesday,July 23
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T Sessions with this torch carry Elected Officials Leadership Academy Credit
10:30 am — 5:00 pm Registration Open
1:30 — 3:15 pm Opening General Session
CIVIC LEADERSHIP FOR THE 21ST CENTURY:NEW ROLES FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS
The relationship between city hall and the public is changing radically;in a real sense we
no longer have representative democracy in our cities.This rhallenging address will get
you thinking about what you must do to keep up with the new demands of the public.
Speaker:
Chris Gates,President,National Civic League,Denver
PRIORITY ISSUES FOR CITIES -
Several key issues are commanding the priority attention of the League and cities.This
report will describe how these issues link to the new roles for elected officials just
presented,and lead to further discussion of these important topics in the sessions which
follow.
Speaker.
Ron Bates,Mayor Pro Tem,Los Alamitos;President,League of California Cities
3:30 — 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
TOWN HALL MEETINGS REVISITED:USING COMMUNITY ISSUES FORUMS TO
ENGAGE THE PUBLIC
Rebuilding public trust depends greatly on how deliberation occurs with individuals,
local neighborhoods and•the community at large.Public officials and the public can
benefit from using issues forums to develop greater understanding,trust and involvement
among citizens.
Objectives:
To demonstrate the issues forum process and its uses,based on a real issue.
To provide resources to help you adapt the process to your city.
SURF'S UP!:CATCHING THE INTERNET WAVE
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Is the internet a ticket to an endless summer or just a wipe out?How can your city and
citizens benefit from being on-line?What should you do to get started?
Objectives:
To explore the benefits and limitations of city use of the internet.
To consider how elected officials can use the intemet to better serve your constituents.
To provide resources for you to tap this new technology.
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Preliminary Program
Wednesday,July 23
-r Sessions with this torch can-y Elected Officials Leadership Academy Credit
10:30 am– 5:00 pm Registration Open
1:30– 3:15 pm Opening General Session
CIVIC LEADERSHIP FOR THE 21ST CENTURY:NEW ROLES FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS
The relationship between city hall and the public is changing radically;in a real sense we
no longer have representative democracy in our cities.This challenging address will get
you thinking about what you must do to keep up with the new demands of the public.
Speaker,
Chris Gates,President,National Civic League,Denver
PRIORITY ISSUES FOR CITIES
Several key issues are commanding the priority attention of the League and cities. This
report will describe how these issues link to the new roles for elected officials just
presented,and lead to further discussion of these important topics in the sessions which
follow.
Speaker
Ron Bates,Mayor Pro Tem,Los Alamitos;President,League of California Cities
3:30– 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
TOWN HALL MEETINGS REVISITED:USING COMMUNITY ISSUES FORUMS TO
ENGAGE THE PUBLIC
Rebuilding public trust depends greatly on how deliberation occurs with individuals,
local neighborhoods and the community at large.Public officials and the public can
benefit from using issues forums to develop greater understanding,trust and involvement
among citizens.
Objectives: -
To demonstrate the issues forum process and its uses,based on a real issue.
To provide resources to help you adapt the process to your city.
SURF'S UP!:CATCHING THE INTERNET WAVE r.25 CREDIT
Is the intemet a ticket to an endless summer or just a wipe out?How can your city and
citizens benefit from being on-line?What should you do to get started?
Objectives:
To explore the benefits and limitations of city use of the internet.
To consider how elected officials can use the internet to better serve your constituents.
To provide resources for you to tap this new technology.
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ADVOCATING YOUR CITY:LOBBYING THE LEGISLATURE AND GAINING "TT.25 CREDIT
A VOICE IN THE CAPITOL
With term limits and constant changes in Sacramento,you need a good grass-roots
lobbying program to express the needs of your city and constituents to members of the
legislature.Are you doing all you should to win the support of the legislature?
Objectives:
To consider the elements of an effective grass-roots lobbying program.
To provide specific ideas and actions you can take to enhance your lobbying efforts.
To share the experience of cities so that all may benefit from others efforts.
5:30— 6:30 pm Welcoming Reception— (no host bar)
Thursday,July 24
7:30 am — 5:00 pm Registration Open
7:30 — 8:45 am Breakfast Briefings
Join your colleagues for a continental breakfast and informal discussions of the following
subjects.
THE GOOD,THE BAD,AND THE UGLY:PUTTING REVENUE MEASURES ON THE BALLOT
Since the passage of Proposition 218,some cities have already placed taxes on the ballot.
What can their experiences teach other cities?
Objectives:
To learn what works and doesn't work regarding tax measures on the ballot.
To share experiences about effectively informing the public.
WHERE DID ALL THE MONEY GO?: PROPOSITION 208 AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
What does Proposition 208 mean for your campaign,and whatlimits does it place on
contributions?What are the reporting requirements and the impacts on election
campaigns?
Objectives:
To offer factual information about limitations and actions you must take to comply with
the law.
To explore unclear issues so that they can be resolved.
WATER WORRIES:THE FUTURE OF WATER AND CITIES
The business communityhas recently released the Water Marketing Transfer Act,
proposing changes in the way water and water rights are transferred between areas in
California.This proposal can have profound effects on your city.
Objectives:
To inform elected officials about the proposal and its goals.
To engage in a discussion regarding its implications for cities. •
To begin exploring what actions cities may wish to take as a result of the proposal.
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HOME PAGE SHOWCASE/CITYLINK 2000
Cities and the League are doing some fascinating and very beneficial things with their
home pages.Many of the ideas can be adapted by other cities.
Objectives:
To share the contents of actual home pages which may be of interest to other cities.
To discuss the how and the why of what cities are doing on their pages.
To share contacts,resources,and links which are of mutual benefit.
Come with copies of materials to exchange!
SURVIVAL TIPS FOR ELECTED OFFICIALS
This informal discussion session offers you a great chance to share some of the"secrets"
other successful elected officials have to cope with the demands made on you,your
family,and work.
Objectives:
To share ideas and suggestions for dealing with the stresses and challenges of public office.
To develop contacts which can help you deal with specific issues of concern to you and
your family.
WEARING TWO HATS:ELECTED OFFICIAL AND TEACHER
A number of mayors and council members are teachers by profession.This dual role
presents unusual opportunities and challenges.If you wear these two hats,come and
share your ideas and experiences,and learn what you can do to be more effective in both
roles.
9:00 — 10:30 am General Session
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
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While the general statewide economy is improving,there is much each city can do to
enhance its own ability to improve its economic position,and still be sensitive to the
many concerns which traditional growth and development rase.Working together,cities
can create great improvements in the lives of their residents and strengthen their own
fiscal condition.
Objectives:
To introduce new ideas regarding the role which cities play in enhancing the economy.
To stimulate discussion about how these ideas and options can be adopted in your city.
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10:45— noon Concurrent Sessions
LEND ME YOUR EARS!: COMMUNICATING BENEFITS OF n.25 CREDIT
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Economic development programs can bring benefits to your city by providing jobs and
increasing revenue;yet some residents complain about new or expanding businesses, or
question why the city may be giving incentives to business.
Objectives:
To explore ways to effectively engage the public about the premises and purposes of local
economic development.
To consider how to promote an understanding and a trust regarding the benefits and
limits of local economic development initiatives.
WHY CAN'T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?:COUNCIL-MANAGER RELATIONS Yt'.25 CREDIT
Building an effective team between council members and your key staff—particularly
your manager and attorney—requires the development of a good,trusting relationship.
Objectives:
To identify the criteria and barriers to good council-staff relations.
To explore actions which you can take to improve your working relations with your
manager,attorney,and staff.
PULLING TOGETHER: CITY-SCHOOL COLLABORATION FOR BETTER COMMUNITIES
The public tends not to distinguish between local agencies in the delivery of services, and
it has little tolerance for lack of coordination in meeting common needs. Opportunities
for joint efforts between cities and schools are many and appropriate.The traditional
barrier has been lack of will and vision.
Objectives:
To share city-school success stories which are instructive examples of what other
communities can do.
To discuss the barriers to collaboration and how to overcome them.
To build a vision of what can be done by collaboration with schools that will address
local problems and help make better communities.
Noon— 1:45 pm General Luncheon
Z:00 —3:30 pm Concurrent Sessions
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HOW TO START AN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR YOUR CITY Y .25 CREDIT
If cities are the economic engine of our society,as has been argued,how do we start that
engine?And how do we keep it well tuned and running efficiently?There are basic
principles and common lessons which all cities should know and follow.
Objectives:
To provide the basic steps for elected officials in designing and implementing an
economic development program.
To share and discuss the lessons and experiences of cities which are instructive and
valuable to other cities.
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TIPS FOR BEING AN EFFECTIVE MAYOR OR COUNCIL MEMBER -7-
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For a council to do its best work,all members must carry their share of the responsibility
for its success.Often this is hard to achieve when objectives may be in conflict and
personalities are sensitive.Yet there are things each person can do for the benefits of the
city.
Objectives:
To explore the roots of council ineffectiveness.
To identify actions and behaviors elected officials can take individually and collectively
• which will help the council to be more effective.
DEVELOPING NEW LEADERSHIP IN AN ERA OF TERM LIMITS-(SPONSORED BY THE LATINO
CAUCUS)
Term limits have drastically changed the way we view our role as an elected official.With
the clock ticking,from the day you take office you must quickly determine how you can
be most effective in the shortened period you have to work with.What is your next
move when you are termed out of office?Are we grooming our community leaders to
replace us when we move on?What role will you play within the League of California
Cities and how do you get there?Representatives from the California Legislature,
Congress and the League of California Cities have been invited to discuss these issues and
more as a panel at this forum.
3:45— 5:00 pm Concurrent Sessions
ANNEXATION,DEVELOPMENT,AND THE POSSIBILITY OF LAFCO REFORM
Cities and counties have been dealing with annexations and Local Agency Formation
Commissions (LAFCO's)for years.What can elected officials do to facilitate reform?
Objective:
To discuss LAFCO reforms.
To share experiences in successfully working with LAFCO's.
TIPS FOR CONDUCTING MORE EFFECTIVE MEETINGS AND HEARINGS T .25 CREDIT
Much of the work of a council is done in meetings and hearings.And most of the public's
impression of the council comes from what you do in those meetings. There are ways of
doing the public's work in meetings which are effective and build the public's confidence
in you and the city.
Objectives:
To identify what works and does not work in meetings to conduct city business and
promote public confidence.
To demonstrate some of those processes and skills.
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ELECTED OFFICIALS ROLE IN PROMOTING TEAM WORK AND MORALE n.25 CREDIT
The leadership provided at the level of the council has a profound effect on the morale
throughout the organization.You can either help or hinder your city's operations by
even subtle actions and seemingly innocent statements.
Objectives:
To explore how statements and actions of elected officials have effects on those working
• in the organization.
To offer suggestions on how to promote high morale among staff in their services to the
public.
5:00 — 6:00 pm League Reception — (no host bar)
CEWAER Reception
Latino Caucus Reception
Friday,July 25
7:30 am — noon Registration Open
7:30 — 8:45 am Informal Continental Breakfasts
Join your colleagues for a continental breakfast and informal discussions of the following
subjects.
LEGAL LIMITS FOR CITIES IN ELECTION CAMPAIGNS
Proposition 218 means that you need to put taxes and fees on the ballot,yet,the Fair
Political Practices Commission (FPPC)says you cannot use public funds to advocate the
measures to your residents.Learn what you can do and share your ideas.
SMALL CITIES NETWORK
Come share your ideas,problems or solutions with elected officials from other small
cities.
MAYORS FORUM
How often can you informally discuss issues and network with other mayors?Here's
your chance!
1998 INITIATIVE — FISCAL STABILITY FOR CITIES
The League is working on a ballot initiative for 1998 to stabilize municipal revenues;but,
this is only one element in the plan to strengthen local economies. Come and share your
thoughts on ways to stabilize revenues and communicate the urgency of this issue.
TOBACCO REGULATIONS AND YOUTH
In August 1997,the FDA Regulations relating to tobacco and youth will go into effect.
They will place major federal restrictions on the advertisement,sale and distribution of
tobacco products.What effect will this have on local businesses in your community?
What does this mean to you as a council member or mayor?
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The leadership provided at the level of the council has a profound effect on the morale
throughout the organization.You can either help or hinder your city's operations by
even subtle actions and seemingly innocent statements.
Objectives:
To explore how statements and actions of elected officials have effects on those working
• ' in the organization.
To offer suggestions on how to promote high morale among staff in their services to the
public.
5:00— 6:00 pm League Reception— (no host bar)
CEWAER Reception
Latino Caucus Reception
Friday,July 25
7:30 am — noon Registration Open
7:30 — 8:45 am informal Continental Breakfasts
Join your colleagues for a continental breakfast and informal discussions of the following
subjects.
LEGAL LIMITS FOR CITIES IN ELECTION CAMPAIGNS
Proposition 218 means that you need to put taxes and fees on the ballot,yet,the Fair
Political Practices Commission (FPPC)says you cannot use public funds to advocate the
measures to your residents.Learn what you can do and share your ideas.
SMALL CITIES NETWORK
Come share your ideas,problems or solutions with elected officials from other small
cities.
MAYORS FORUM
How often can you informally discuss issues and network with other mayors?Here's
your chance!
1998 INITIATIVE — FISCAL STABILITY FOR CITIES
The League is working on a ballot initiative for 1998 to stabilize municipal revenues;but,
this is only one element in the plan to strengthen local economies. Come and share your
thoughts on ways to stabilize revenues and communicate the urgency of this issue.
TOBACCO REGULATIONS AND YOUTH
In August 1997,the FDA Regulations relating to tobacco and youth will go into effect.
They will place major federal restrictions on the advertisement,sale and distribution of
tobacco products.What effect will this have on local businesses in your community?
What does this mean to you as a council member or mayor?
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TAKING IT TO THE STREETS:WORKING WITH NEIGHBORHOOD .25 CREDIT
AND COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS
Neighborhood and Community Based Organizations are the untapped community
resources to which cities will soon have to turn in order to solve many local problems.
These community assets can be mobilized in collaboration with local government to
solve problems.
Objectives:
To educate elected officials how to competently approach,engage and collaborate with
neighborhood CBO's.
To inform elected officials the value of neighborhood CBO's.
To inform how local government might assist CEO's in developing needed resources to
sustain themselves long-term (i.e.,grants,technical training).
11:45 am — 12:30 pm Concluding General Session
THE GOOD CITY AND THE GOOD LIFE
All that we have addressed at this executive forum can be more effectively resolved when
city officials and the public share a common understanding of and commitment to true
citizenship.Don't miss this powerful and thoughtful look at what citizenship must mean
if cities are to move successfully in the 21st Century.
Speaker::
Dan Kemmis,Director, Center for the Rocky Mountain West;Author;former Mayor,
Missoula,Montana
12+15 pm Adjournment
1:30 pm Redevelopment Seminar Begins (see separate announcement)
Leadership Academy Sessions Begin (see separate announcement)
Reminder:
The Ralph M.Brown Act does not apply to conferences simply because a majority of the
city council or other covered body attends.However,a majority of the body may not
discuss among themselves specific substantive issues at such conferences.Any such
discussion is subject to the Brown Act and must occur in a meeting which complies with
its requirements.