A Look into the Municipal Law Updates of Western Cities
The following is a summary of the updated news for California cities, including Palm Springs in Coachella Valley.
August 28, 2017
News
Municipal Law and Budget Allocation
Jerry Brown signed a $183 billion state budget amid uncertain times when the California Government required a balanced state budget. In an article from the Sacramento Bee, Brown stated that the government was making decisive actions in budgeting for funds. He also added that the budget would provide the required
July 29, 2017
Legalization of Commercial Cannabis in California
Reason for Legalization The promise of new tax revenue amounting to millions of dollars was the major argument put forward by advocates of recreational marijuana. The California voters were convinced to vote for the legislation because local municipalities and the state would receive more than $1 billion in taxes.
July 29, 2017
Changes To The Political Reform Act Lead To A Shifting Focus For Candidates, Political Groups, And Elected Officials
On January 1st 2017, the Political Reform Act came into existence as a piece of U.S. legislation and promises to make political campaigning and fund raising far more open and transparent for all to see. Campaign funding has always been a contentious issue for many U.S. citizens with the changes
June 29, 2017
2 Ways Government Legal Counsel Works with Local Government
Coachella Valley government legal counsel must be consulted on a number of cases that involve the local authorities. There are many items that must be brought to a lawyer to ensure that they may find the best deal for their clients, and it is important that the lawyer is given
June 29, 2017
The Direction of Growth for Local Government is Shaped with Legal Counsel
The general plan is responsible for the direction of growth in a counties unincorporated areas. This is an update reducing housing capacity by fifteen percent. This is a reflection of a counties commitment to an efficient growth model and respects the existing community and natural resources.
May 31, 2017
Palm Springs Local Government Important Measures Passed in the 2016 State and Local Elections
California Proposition 64 California Proposition 64 -the California Marijuana Legalization Initiative- was on the California ballot on November 8, 2016. A “yes” vote meant legalized recreational marijuana for adults that are 21 years old or older would be available. State law will control it. Certain sales and cultivation taxes will
November 28, 2016
The History of Conflicts of Interest for Public Officials
In a democracy, government employees are expected to be civil servants, not civil masters. It is important for government employees, especially elected officials, to avoid even the appearance of conflict of interest. California’s Office of the Attorney General has a 136 page document defining and discussing conflicts of interest, and
April 27, 2015
Transparency as a Confidence Tool for Local Government Agencies
Transparency in government agencies has long been a tool that aids in deterring and detecting fraud and illegal behavior, as well as boosting the trust of the general public. Further, transparency aids in relations with other governments and countries.
March 25, 2015
Effective Government Contracts for Municipalities
In order for governments to minimize the risks associated with contract failures, accountable contracting polices should be put in place. This polices also help in tracking the way contractors provide employees their living wages and benefits. It also leads to better and improved service deliveries by reducing the hidden costs
March 25, 2015