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Find out what's happening in the blog. Below is a list of blog items.

Jan 31

Understanding the Labor Negotiations Process

Posted to Articles by Amber Ahlo

Institute for Local Government: Understanding the Labor Negotiations Process

Under California law, when county or city employees are represented by a union, the agency must negotiate with that union regarding their pay and benefits, working hours, and working conditions. This paper explains the key elements of that process.

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Apr 25

Career Compass No. 30: Building a Powerful Network

Posted to Career Compass by Amber Ahlo

In this issue of Career Compass, Dr. Benest shows us that a solid network can change not only your career, but your life.

I am a senior planner in a city community development department. I have good work experience and have expanded my portfolio of skills and experiences over time. I believe that I will be ready to advance in one or two years of continued good work and learning in my current position. In some of my development conversations with my supportive boss, she stated that I am on my way to advancing but suggested that I attend professional meetings and better develop a network.

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Jul 31

Public Safety Policy Committee - 6/14/2012

Posted to League Policy Committee Updates by Liz Pharis

State Legislative Update

  1. SB 1468- Calderon Fireworks: Bill was amended to shorten to two years and create a study period on how the expanded use of fireworks during the holidays has impacted affected communities.  Committee moved to oppose.
  2. AB 1993- Ma- Unlicensed Drivers: If an unlicensed driver pulled over for an infraction, driver will still be cited but will no longer to have the authority to impound the vehicle and hold it for 30 days. Informational only.
Review of November 2012- Public Safety Ballot Measures
Three public safety related ballot measures will be placed before voters on the November ballot:
  1. Death Penalty Repeal:  This measure would eliminate death penalty and place a life without parole sentence.  This measure would retroactively apply to those on death row.
  2. Human Trafficking:  Increases penalties up to 15 years as well as creates mandatory registration as a sex offender.  Training program for public safety would be made mandatory.
  3. Three Strikes Law:  Repeals existing law and would only be in affect if third offense is violent.
Subcommittee Reports

  1. Emergency Response:  League Partners to host an emergency management program on high wind storms. 
  2. Realignment:  Sub Committee held a conference call on the transfer of pre-sentence inmates during overcrowding to other facilities.
  3. Technology: Electronic Proof of Insurance bill has passed the Assembly and now is now in Senate Committee.  The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released their work plan for implementing the national public safety communications spectrum auction.  
Submitted by
Mina Layba, City of Thousand Oaks

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