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CC - Item 3J - League of CA Cities 2006 Annual Conference and ExpositionE M • S F O 4 ..e O 'NCtiRPCMATED X059 • ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: ANDREW C. LAZZARETTO, CITY MANAGE DATE: JUNE 27, 2006 SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 2006 ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXPOSITION SUMMARY Attached for your review is information regarding the League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference and Exposition, set to take place September 6-9, 2006, in San Diego. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends that the City Council authorize any Council Member, the City Attorney, the City Manager and staff designee to attend the League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference at City expense. ANALYSIS Conference sessions will include Department Sessions, Concurrent Sessions, General Resolutions Committee meetings and the Annual Business Meeting. A draft copy of the schedule of events has been included for your review (Attachment A). Council and staff attend this conference on an annual basis. FINANCIAL REVIEW Funds for attending this event are included in the 2006-07 Budget. PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process. APPROVED FOR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Azt- ITEM NUMBER: • • City Council Meeting June 13, 2006 Page 2 of 2 Submitted by: Jan Saavedra Administrative Secretary Attachment A: Conference Brochure 0 • ALL POLITICS IS LOCAL 2006 Annual Conference and Exposition San Diego, California September 6-9, 2006 LEAGUE OF CAH170KN1A Registration Deadline: C I T I E S Friday, August 11, 2006 Tentative Schedule of Events as of May 2006 (subject to change) 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Policy Committees 7:30 a.m. Registration and CityBooks Open (Marriott Marina Hotel) 7:30 - 8:45 a.m. Regional Networking Breakfasts 1:00 P.M. Registration Opens (Contact your Regional Rep - additional fee may apply) 2:00 - 3:45 p.m. Pre-Conference Sessions 9:1 S - 10:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. First-Time Attendee Orientation 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Board of Directors Meeting 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Kick-Off Reception for Attendees and League Partners 10:1 S a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Expo Open 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 12: IS - 1:30 p.m. Expo Lunch-Around Hospitality Night Evening on your own - Optional 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. General Resolutions Baseball - San Diego Padres vs. Committee Meeting Colorado Rockies :45 - 3:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 3:00 - 3:15 p.m. Expo Announcement of Prize Winners Thursday, Septembe r 7 7:30 a.m. Registration and CityBooks Open 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. Closing General Session Breakfast Buffet - Keynote Address, Installation of New Board and Officers 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Latino Caucus Reception 9:45 - 11:00 a.m. General Session 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Death by Chocolate Reception Recognition and Ke,.:-tote Address 9:00 - 11:00 P.M. Asian-Pacific Islander Caucus 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Expo Open Karaoke Reception 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch on Expo Floor 1 1:1 S a.m.- 12:45 p.m. Institute for Local Government Luncheon Symposium 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. Con -iudinb Annual Busines_ (Additional registration fee Meeting - General Resolutions - ticket required) Committee Report and Voting 12AS - 2:00 p.m. Department Meetings 10:00 a.m.- 12:15 p.m. Post-Conference Sessions 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. Small Discussion Groups 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Host City Reception Register online at www.cacities.org/ac S • • Sessions and Discussion Forums Our Environment Flood Control - What Your City Needs To Know and Do Learn what other cities are doing to plan for and address flood issues. What do you need to know to make informed decisions, and how can you design your city to mitigate potential flood impacts? Stormwater Regulations - What's New? Determine new ways to reduce stormwater pollution and comply with your permits. Hear about the latest programs, issues and resources. Litter Happens! What Your City Can Do To Combat Litter Litter is a health, water quality and community beautification issue. Find out what your colleagues are doing to reduce litter in their cities. Introduction to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) This session will present the basics of CEQA for non- practicing professionals and decision-makers, including applicable projects, exemptions, overall process, timelines, legal limits, etc. League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference Photo provided by the City of Lake Elsinore • • Sessions and Discussion Forums Self-Funding for Energy Conservation Projects Most cities have undertaken energy efficiency projects for city facilities that pay for themselves and save the city money.This session will explain how to evaluate and retrofit existing city facilities to conserve energy and save money. It will also highlight ways to go beyond the basics to the next steps of energy efficiency. Water Update and Trends Water, water everywhere and not a drop to - waste! What is the long term water picture in California? What role will development of new sources, water conservation, land use patterns and technology play in the next 20 to 50 years? Come learn about California's water future. Our Future Wi-Fi - Going Municipal Wireless What are cities doing today in Wi-Fi.This hot session will look at the current technology, limitations in the marketplace and legislature, and what the future looks like. Municipal E-Government Do you have a 24/7 city hall?The Internet has allowed us to provide information to our customers anywhere, at any time. We all have websites, but what will take you to the next level of service?This session will look at the best application, uses and limitations of E-government. Turning Green Into Gold: Innovative Funding Strategies for Municipal Projects Cities throughout California have the power to create billions of dollars in capital improvements and public benefits through creative use of the initiative process, land use authority and public/private partnerships.You will learn how the cities of Irvine, Rancho Santa Margarita and Yuba City have used these and other techniques to develop significant regional and local projects. " Schedule subject to change, e j-" OF CHINO N14, Are Pension Obligation Bonds Right for Your City? Cities with unfunded pension obligations can save money with pension obligation bonds, but there's a lot you should understand about the nature of these bonds before you decide.This informal discussion session for elected and appointed officials will address how unfunded liabilities affect your bottom line and how pension obligation bonds work Top 10 Things You Should Know About City Finances What are the greatest threats to city budgets? What city revenues are hot and not? How does Proposition I A protect city finances? What can cities expect from the Proposition 42 transportation sales taxes? Learn about the latest city finance issues and the essentials you need to know to keep your city budget strong. Get answers to your most perplexing questions about city finances. Generating Revenues Via Fees, Special Assessments and Special Taxes Cities and towns are looking for ways to generate revenue sources.This session will give the audience a framework for understanding how special assessments, special taxes and fees work, and how they need to be approved and managed. Register online at www.cacities.org/ac Photo provided by the City of Chino Hills • 0 Sessions and Discussion Forums Economic Development for Today and Tomorrow What works for cities instituting successful economic development projects? Who is involved and where do you begin? What is on the horizon for the future of business, industry, commerce and manufacturing? How will your city prepare for its part of the future? Hear a panel of experts and peers discuss present and projections for economic development Models for Success in Rebuilding City Facilities This interactive session examines processes involved when cities decide to finance, design and implement new or replacement facilities.Topics such as creative financing options, bond campaigns and tapping available sources of funding; building public interest and support for the effort and planning and designing sustainable facilities to serve the community into the future will be discussed. Where Will the Telecommunications Battle End: Where Are We and Where Are We Going? New technologies are driving a revolution in communi- cations services. How will this revolution affect our local communities? How have "successful" communities addressed this technological revolution? Undergrounding Electric Utilities Many cities are looking for new ways to partner with their electric utilities and their residents to put overhead electrical lines, and other utilities, underground. Find out how different cities and utilities are approaching this method of city beautification and public safety. The Next Great GASB - How To Approach Those Mounting OPEB Liabilities Do cities really have huge liabilities not previously recognized? This session will describe your reporting requirements under GASB 45 for Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB), why they have suddenly become so important, and how you can effectively identify and manage city obligations. O Where We Live Addressing Housing in an Era of State Mandates Recent years have seen several new laws that limit local discretion in developing local housing policies.This session will explore these new "one size fits all" standards with an eye toward identifying strategies to use to assure that the unique conditions in your community are still addressed. Can Small Towns Be Cool? "Cool Cities" has increasingly become a buzzword among community and economic development practitioners. The pursuit of the creative class, and the opportunity to reverse the brain drain that has plagued communities, is a hot topic. After examining nearly 250 best practice communities in 10 states, a series of actionable approaches were identified to enhance a small town's viability as a place where people of all ages want to live, work and play.This fast-paced virtual tour presentation of successful initiatives in other small towns across the midwest/east outlines the research findings, and provides strategies to assist in building community. League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference Photo provided by the City of Fremont • 0 Sessions and Discussion Forums Historic Preservation - Ideas & Issues The preservation of a city's historic resources is an important and sometimes controversial issue. Share the strategies, ideas, successes and failures that communities have faced in this interactive discussion forum. Mansionization The rebuilding boom often creates giant homes that stick out in traditional neighborhoods.This session will explore ways that cities can help homeowners make improvements that retains the original charm and character of the surrounding neighborhood. Redevelopment: Current Political Roadblocks and Where We Go From Here The Supreme Court's 2005 decision on Kelo v. New London led to legislative hearings and other activities resulting in efforts to reform redevelopment and to curtail the use of eminent domain by public entities.This session will review the status of legislation and ballot measures and what they mean to local government. Elected and appointed officials will learn what their next steps will be in using redevelopment as a tool for community and economic development. • Schedule subject to change. Eminent Domain 2006 has been the most active year on polices concerning eminent domain. Numerous reform measures have been circulated in the Legislature and by initiative.This session will focus on the latest state and national discussions, and related November ballot measures. Housing- Hear It Roar Experts will present a lively discussion on the hot housing issues that surround your city. From build-out to smart growth, from mixed use to urban sprawl, you will find peers and panelists to discuss your issues and concerns. Housing Density Through Desirable Design California cities are faring the "dilemma of density" This includes the need to accommodate regional housing requirements and market forces, including multi-family projects, while balancing community concerns and reaction to the perceived ill-effects of density.This session will explore design techniques that can help blend density into existing neighborhoods. Congestion - Finding Local Relief The Governor and Legislature have made traffic congestion relief a priority for the state's highways. Local officials also have to contend with congestion on the local system. How are cities addressing local traffic congestion issues? Register online at www.cacities.org/ac Photo provided by the City of Chino Photo provided by the City of Imperial Beach • Sessions and Discussion Forums State Infrastructure Update If an infrastructure package appears on the November ballot, how would cities benefit? What could be expected for the future of California's aging infrastructure if a package doesn't appear? Regional Blueprints and Your City: Opportunities and Rewards The states' Blueprint Planning Program ($10 million over two years) provides MPOs (Metropolitan Planning Organization) and COGS (Council of Governments) the opportunity to integrate housing, transportation and conservation planning. How will this effort impact your community?This interactive session will provide a "toolkit" of things local elected officials can do to better manage and implement Blueprint Planning. The Aging Boom: Planning for the Next Generation of Older Adults How is your city preparing for the seismic shift in age demographics? One in five Californians will be age 60 or older as soon as 2020. Over the next three decades, California communities will experience an unprecedented demand for housing, transportation, lifelong learning, employment, civic participation and support services for older adults. Explore successful strategies that support aging in place, community engagement and smart growth. Find out how the Section 202 program was used by one city and its partners to create affordable senior housing.A bilingual tutoring program and other promising practices will be described. • 7 W- 70w W e Govern The 2"d Annual Institute for Local Government Lunch Symposium How To Talk About Government The Symposium will present current research on the public's often skeptical attitudes about the public sector. Local officials will learn how to enhance trust and confidence through more effective communication with constituents about the public purposes of government. The cost for this special Luncheon Symposium is $40. Please indicate your registration under "Optional Items" on the form on page 23. Communicating the Government's Role to the Public:A Post-Symposium Discussion This event will provide an additional forum for discussing the public's view of government and how effective communication about government can be integrated into the daily work of public officials.The intent will be to promote greater public confidence and effective policymaking. Code Enforcement A comprehensive administrative approach to code enforcement can bring code compliance to over 95 percent. Learn options for dealing with code violations to ensure timely compliance. 10 League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference Photo provided by the City of Lake Elsinore Photo provided by the City of Redlonds • How To Run a City Council Meeting 0 Sessions and Discussion Forums Whether you are a mayor, council member or a city commissioner, it is always good to know how to run a meeting and the specifics of parliamentary procedure.This session, for veteran or new mayors and council members, will provide tips on parliamentary procedure, motions, amendments and general guidance on how to run a smooth and inclusive meeting, even with controversial and hotly contested issues on the agenda. Strategic Planning - Setting Goals for City Councils and Staff Developing a strategic plan will not only help steer your city through difficult challenges and changing times, but can also provide strategic goals which your city council and staff can work together to achieve. Learn how effective goal setting by the city council can provide a blueprint for evaluating if your city is moving in the right direction. Mediation and Negotiated Problem Solving Approaches to Municipal Disputes Mediation and other approaches to negotiated problem solving can be important tools in addressing a wide range of internal and external municipal conflicts.This session will explore various conflict resolution applications and discuss how local officials can analyze disputes and apply these processes successfully. Lessons To Be Learned in Disaster Recovery A number of cities in California have had to deal with natural disasters whether they were fire, flood or earth- quakes. Find out what other cities have learned (good and bad) from their experiences. Public Art This discussion forum is an opportunity to share your views on the value of public art.What should it be? Where should it be? How should it be funded? Should a city have a public art policy or master plan? Come prepared to share your experiences with your colleagues. The Gray Zone Where Public Safety and Civil Rights Collide - Sex Offenders in Your City An increasing number- of cities are either adopting or considering adopting laws targeting sex offenders.This includes prohibiting registered sex offenders from coming or living within 200 feet of schools, day-care centers, playgrounds or any other place where children are present. However, are sex offenders protected by housing anti- discrimination laws? Join this eye-opening session to learn about local ordinances, what motivated them, and how the laws are viewed after implementing them. Developing Effective Commissions and Commissioners Cities rely on commissions and their volunteer commissioners to interact effectively with residents and to conduct important municipal business.This session will offer ideas on selecting and preparing commissioners for their new roles, and for ensuring good relations between council and commission members. • Schedule subject to change. Register online at www.cacities.org/ac Photo provided by the City of Norco • 0 Sessions and Discussion Forums Partnering To Maximize Resources: Public/Private and Across jurisdictions This session will give an overview of public/private partnerships and highlight best practices in planning and implementing joint use projects between cities and schools. Cities' experiences will be highlighted. Practical ideas for creating public/private partnerships and for collaborating across jurisdictions will be given. i u The Pe Er ople We Serve OPEB (Obligations for Post Employment Benefits) What are the challenges facing local governments in identifying their obligations for post employment benefits. The presentation will focus on GASB 45, the management of OPEB liability and the potential implications for good (or bad) management of the obligation. How To Deal With Homelessness/Panhandling How do you pass local ordinances that give your police the authority to deal with problem behaviors, such as aggressive begging and urban camping, without seeming anti-poor or cruel? Hear success stories and creative approaches to improving local homeless services so people aren't left in the cold. Day Labor Centers? How Cities Respond Facing the controversies that typically surround the issue of day laborers, some communities have responded by developing day labor centers or halls. Presenters will offer different center models, and the discussion will acquaint participants with questions of purpose, design and tools for consensus building. Pension Reform Has interest in pension reform died or is it waiting for the right organization to pick it up and put it before the voters? The public pension reform issue can have a tremendous effect on public employment in California; are public employers prepared? Find out if your city is moving in the right direction. Can We Really Build Cities Without Building Communities? THE GOOD NEWS: Public officials are successfully achieving well-run cities.THE BAD NEWS: Unfortunately, this isn't enough as residents increasingly realize that their quality of life depends on being part of a city community. join an interactive discussion on how to enhance community building in your city as a foundation for successful civic engagement and governance. InvolvingYour City's Immigrant and Refugee Communities: Doing It Their Way Participants will discuss ways to develop and support the leadership and public involvement of immigrant and refugee communities.Topics will include: avenues for more effective outreach and communication strategies; bridge building opportunities for city government with ethnic- specific organizations; and ways to support civic leadership skills and confidence in these communities. Obesity Prevention With growing obesity rates and chronic diseases occurring in our children. Californians don't have time to wait to combat the weight crisis in our communities. Join with national and state experts to learn what is going on, and what your city can do to develop an action plan for prevention. 12 League of California Cities 2006 Annual Conference Photo provided by the City of Monrovia 0 0 Sessions and Discussion Forums Town & Gown California's colleges and universities are vital parts of our communities, and they bring unique benefits and challenges to cities. Relations between higher education institutions and their host cities can involve a wide range of issues including land use, transportation, public safety and service collaboration. Among the many challenges are great opportunities for collaboration and mutual benefit. Join this small discussion group to share your ideas and concerns Management Planning for City Staff With more than 45 percent of local government employees over the age of 45, many local governments are developing succession planning strategies within their organization. Does your city have a plan to train and mentor your existing staff to become the next generation of local government mid and top-level managers? Come and learn how your city can implement effective strategies to provide your staff with the training they will need for your city to succeed, Education Crisis! Impacts That Create Economic Disparities in Latino Communities Learn how local elected officials can address the substantially reduced economic earning power of Latino communities during a time when Latinos comprise 1 /3 of California's population, yet have a 40-50 percent high school drop-out rate, and Latinas are at the top of the list for teen pregnancies. Hear experts in the field discuss the correlations between immigration and the high school exit exam, and impacts to communities when the high school drop-out rates are growing in Latino communities. CAL FORN [A l~CITI L oLFE AIG U E E Vision To be recognized and respected as the leading advocate for the common interests of California's Cities Mission To restore and protect local control for cities through education and advocacy in order to enhance the quality of life for all Californians Register online at www.cacities.org/ac 13 * Schedule subject to change.