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Southland Industries Shows Support of CCMF as a 2023-24 Foundation Circle Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Southland Industries shows its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Foundation Circle Sponsor.

Southland Industries partners with clients and leverages the collective expertise of people to create better built environments. By thinking big to account for the whole picture, Southland Industries engineering, construction, service and energy solutions deliver results that will work for you, your building, and your business or community.Visit Southland Industries’ website to learn more.

“Thank you to Southland Industries for joining CCMF as a Foundation Circle Sponsor,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “Your support enables us to equip California city managers with resources that will help them thrive and serve their communities.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) Renews Support for CCMF, Upgrades to Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) is a Joint Powers Authority that assists local governments, non-profit organizations and private enterprises with the issuance of taxable and tax-exempt financings aimed at improving the communities within the State of California. The CMFA’s approach of granting its revenues from operations to municipalities and 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations is unlike any other issuing agency in the State of California. This approach enables the CMFA to double its mission impact through: facilitating the financing of qualified economic and community development projects that build our neighborhoods and provide employment opportunities; and supporting, through charitable contributions, the many different locally based, non-profit organizations that touch the lives of California residents. Visit CMFA’s website to learn more.

“Thank you to California Municipal Finance Authority for upgrading to a corporate benefactor sponsor,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “We are proud to work with companies like you who share a similar mission in helping the city management profession.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

West Coast Arborists, Inc. Renews Support of CCMF as a 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) provides tree maintenance and management services for over 350 municipalities and public agencies. With over 50 years of experience, they provide superior and safe tree care operations seven days a week, 24 hours a day throughout California and Arizona. The company has received the esteemed accreditation by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) following a thorough evaluation of their business practices and safety measures. With more than 95 ISA Certified Arborists and over 150 ISA Certified Treeworker Climbers on staff, they specialize in all types of tree care and urban forest management. Visit WCA’s site to learn more.

“Thank you to West Coast Arborists for your Corporate Benefactor sponsorship” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “We appreciate partners like you who are passionate about providing support to California’s city management community.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Sunstone Management Shows Support of CCMF as a 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Sunstone Management has shows its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Sunstone Management is a diversified private capital management firm with headquarters in Southern California that provides a range of early-stage venture capital, real estate and fixed income funds to qualified and accredited investors. The firm delivers new and exciting options for economic growth through innovative public-private partnerships, making use of its unique experience across government, education and private sectors. Identified by Financial Times as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies three years in a row. In the second quarter of 2023, PitchBook ranked Sunstone the seventh most active early-stage venture capital firm in the country, and 18th overall.

“CCMF is thankful for our partnership with Sunstone Management,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “We appreciate your support of California’s city management community. Your commitment allows us to provide our members with helpful resources so they have what they need to succeed.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Tripepi Smith Renews Support of CCMF as a 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Tripepi Smith has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Tripepi Smith, a decade-long sponsor of CCMF, is a public affairs firm serving more than 100 for-profit, nonprofit and public agencies. The team combines marketing and technology prowess with local government know-how, giving clients a partner they can rely on to get through to stakeholders. Whether educating voters on ballot initiatives, strategizing messaging on contentious issues or creating a consistent dialogue between an agency and its constituents, Tripepi Smith delivers. The firm offers a complete suite of communications services, including ghostwriting, graphic design, photography, videography, video animation, search engine optimization, email marketing, website development, communications auditing and analytics reporting.

“Tripepi Smith has been recognized as CCMF’s 2021 Corporate Sponsor of the Year for their support of the city management community. Their team’s city manager-first attitude reflects their deep respect for the profession and commitment to ethical and effective services,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “For over a decade, they have supported the Foundation, and we are thankful for their commitment to CCMF.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Vanir Construction Management Renews Support of CCMF as 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Vanir Construction Management, Inc. has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Vanir Construction Management, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading, privately-held full-service program, project and construction management firms. Since 1980, we have tailored our services and teams to meet the needs, budget and expectations of clients in education, healthcare, justice, water/wastewater, public buildings, transportation and energy markets throughout the United States. Vanir, a minority and woman-owned firm, has been ranked as one of the top construction management firms in the nation for over 25 years by Engineering News-Record.

“Thank you to Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for your continued support as a CCMF Sponsor,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “We value our partnership and your commitment to supporting California’s city management community.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Southern California Edison (SCE) Renews Support of CCMF as 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Southern California Edison (SCE) has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Southern California Edison (SCE) is one of the largest electric utilities in the U.S. and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency. With headquarters in Rosemead, Calif., SCE serves approximately 15 million people in a 50,000 square-mile area of central, coastal and southern California. SCE has provided electric service in the region for more than 130 years and is committed to keeping electricity safe, reliable, affordable and clean. SCE’s electric infrastructure includes 1.4 million power poles, 700,000 transformers and 103,000 miles of distribution and transmission power lines. For more information, please visit  www.sce.com.

“Thank you to Southern California Edison for your steady partnership with CCMF,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “We appreciate your commitment to California’s city management community, and we are grateful to be working with organizations like yours that share our vision of pursuing excellence in municipal management.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Renne Public Management Group Shows Support of CCMF as a New 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Renne Public Management Group shows its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Renne Public Management Group (RPMG) is a division of the Renne Public Law Group based in San Francisco. The firm’s attorneys, public policy experts and management consultants provide services and solutions for most of the pressing needs and challenges facing local governments, special districts and nonprofits. RPMG firm is distinguished by our deep knowledge of – and commitment to – good governance practices, coupled with direct experience working with and for local governments. RPMG helps local governments of all sizes improve their effectiveness and achieve greater impact through a range of consulting services. The firm’s team of consultants have completed organizational staffing and improvement projects in every type of local government service, including reviews of entire governments as well as selected studies of individual departments and functional activities. RPMG offers a balance of perspectives with a practitioner’s bias and a proven record of successful implementation. This experience gives us a sensitivity that produces positive outcomes. Each of the firm’s projects are individually tailored to the unique needs of the client.

“Thank you to Renne Public Management Group for your support of CCMF,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “Your dedication to our mission allows us to keep providing valuable resources for our members and the communities they serve.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Richards, Watson & Gershon Continues Support of CCMF as 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Richards, Watson & Gershon has renewed its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Richards, Watson & Gershon (RWG) is widely recognized as a premier full service law firm to local governments, providing high-quality legal services. Local governments rely on RWG because it has assembled a team of leading attorneys in the state and dedicated them to providing practical legal solutions for local governments for over 60 years. The firm has a statewide practice with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, Temecula, Sacramento and the Central Coast. RWG’s representation of public entities includes cities, towns, counties, school districts, community service districts, water districts, airports, other special districts, joint powers authorities and successor agencies. Learn more at www.rwglaw.com.

“CCMF is grateful to Richards, Watson & Gershon for your ongoing partnership,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin.”We value the support of partners like RWG who are immersed in local government and care about helping city managers succeed.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.

Raftelis Shows Support of CCMF as a New 2023-24 Corporate Benefactor Sponsor

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The California City Management Foundation (CCMF) announced that Raftelis shows its support of the California city management community as a 2023-24 CCMF Corporate Benefactor Sponsor.

Raftelis knows local governments leaders are constantly seeking ways to provide better service to the communities that rely on them. That’s why they provide the best insights and expertise, exceptional talent and trusted advice and experience—so your organization and your community can thrive. Raftelis work with hundreds of local governments in all areas of management consulting including strategic planning, assessment, finance, communications, technology and executive recruitment. Our experts include former municipal leaders with decades of hands-on experience running successful organizations. Raftelis provides trusted advice and expertise that help bring about the change that clients seek.

“Thank you to Raftelis for your support of CCMF,” said CCMF President Ken Striplin. “Partners like Raftelis play a crucial role in enabling us to furnish our members with valuable resources, ensuring their success.”

CCMF corporate sponsors enjoy a number of benefits, including sponsorship recognition on the CCMF website, access to the CCMF weekly electronic newsletter and invitations to members-only activities and special events at the annual League of California Cities City Manager Department conference. Corporate membership fees start at just $1,250. Visit CCMF’s Become a Sponsor page to learn more.