TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tom Kisela, City Manager
1. Subject
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Consider renewing the City of Orange’s membership with the Association of California Cities - Orange County.
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2. Summary
For several years, the City of Orange has been a member of the Association of California Cities - Orange County. In considering the City’s structural budget deficit, staff is seeking direction from the City Council on whether the membership with the Association of California Cities - Orange County should be renewed.
3. Recommended Action
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Consider renewing the City of Orange’s membership with the Association of California Cities - Orange County and provide direction to City staff.
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4. Fiscal Impact
The expense for this membership is $21,654.35 and will be funded through the General Fund (100):
100.0201.51860.00000 Association Dues
5. Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 3: Enhance Public Communication Strategy and Quality of Life.
6. Discussion and Background
For several years, the City of Orange has been a member of the Association of California Cities - Orange County (ACCOC). ACCOC provides legislative advocacy services on behalf of over 25 Orange County cities. In addition to legislative advocacy, ACCOC also provides educational and training opportunities for its members.
Staff is seeking City Council direction on whether the City should renew its membership with the ACCOC.
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