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CITY CLERK
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AGENDA STATEMENT
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 4, 2007
SUBJECT:
Follow-up on the National League of Cities Organization
Report Prepared by Joni Pattillo, Assistant City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1.) National League of Cities Membership Rate Schedule
2.) National League of Cities Benefits Brochure
RECOMMENDATION: /7.. ; . ~o receive Staff Report and provide direction to Staff.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
A budget allocation of $1,720 would be necessary if it is the City
Council's direction to establish membership with the NLC. There
may be a need to increase travel and training budget because of the
location of the conferences and events.
DESCRIPTION:
At the August 7, 2007 City Council meeting there was direction given to the Staff to follow-up, and
supply additional information as it related to possible membership with the National League of Cities
Organization. The City of Dublin has budgeted $26,956 in memberships. Those memberships allow the
City of Dublin with the needed updates, training, and conferences in order to support the governing of the
City of Dublin; League of California Cities; Associated Bay Area Government (ABAG); Conference of
Mayors; and U.S. Conference of Mayors. The elements that were explored as it related to the National
League of Cities were the annual cost of membership, benefits, cost and location of various National
League of Cities (NLC) events, and NLC members in Alameda County.
Annual Membership Cost
Membership dues for NLC are based upon population statistics from the most recent U.S. Census
(Dublin's population was 29,973 in 2000). Therefore, if the City were to join the League, annual dues
would amount to $1,720, which would be in effect until the next census in 2010. The City's current
population (41,907) would result in annual dues in the amount of $3,525. The current rate schedule for
NLC membership is included as Attachment 1.
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Benefits of Membership
The NLC states that there are benefits associated with being a member. Benefits generally fit into five
categories: networking, information sharing, leadership development, federal advocacy, and recognition
for special achievements (a copy ofthe benefits brochure is included as Attachment 2). These benefits are
briefly summarized below.
· Networking: Opportunity to go to conferences, participate in email groups, and be involved in
various councils and committees.
· Information Sharing: Weekly newspaper, collection of city best practices, web casts, as well as
other items to access information about issues that relate to local government.
· Leadership development: Training is available through conferences and other seminars.
· Federal advocacy: The League serves as a federal lobbyist for local governments, and provides
local governments with judicial representation. Cities receive a biweekly federal update and action
alerts when current items require action.
· Recognition: Cities are able to showcase successful programs and receive awards for excellence.
Locations and Cost for Conference and Events
In reviewing the NLC website to gain insight on the various conferences and events, it appears that the
locations for these events are concentrated on the East Coast and the Mid-West. The annual conference
for the NLC is called the Congress of Cities and Exposition is scheduled to occur in New Orleans,
Louisiana on November 13-17,2007. The cost for registration for first time attendees,is $360 dollars and
for NLC members who have previously attended the conference the cost is $470, these cost do not include
the cost for transportation, hotels, and meals. The other events like the Leadership Training Institutes are
priced at $105 to $165 which is usually associated at the annual conference location.
NLC Members in Alameda County
In reviewing the NLC members in Alameda County there are only four cities Berkeley, Fremont,
Livermore and Oakland that currently participate.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council to receive the Staff report and provide direction to Staff.
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Under 1,000
1,000-2,500
2,501-5,000
5,001-10,000
10,001-20,000
20,001-30,000
30,001-40,000
40,001-50,000
50,001-60,000
60,001-70,000
70,001-80,000
80,001-90,000
90,001-100,000
100,001-125,000
125,001-150,000
150,001-175,000
175,001-200,000
200,001-225,000
225,001-250,000
250,001-275,000
275,001-300,000
300,001-325,000
325,001-350,000
350,001-375,000
375,001-400,000
400,001-425,000
425,001-450,000
450,001-475,000
475,001-500,000
500,001-600,000
600,001-700,000
700,001-800,000
800,001-900,000
900,001-1,000,000
1,000,001-1,333,333
1,333,334-1,666,666
1,666,667-2,000,000
2,000,001-3,000,000
3,000,001-4,000,000
over 4,000,001
$243
$495
$748
$1,033
$1,377
$1,720
$3,012
$3,525
$4,130
$4,993
$5,503
$6,191
$7,226
$8,084
$8,944
$9,810
$10,664
$11,527
$12,389
$13,247
$14,108
$14,970
$15,827
$16,688
$17,547
$18,408
$19,269
$20,125
$20,986
$21,848
$22,702
$23,567
$24,428
$25,288
$31,996
$36,125
$38,708
$63,647
$68,806
$86,009
$486
$990
$1,496
$2,066
$2,754
$3,440
$6,024
$7,050
$8,260
$9,986
$11,006
$12,382
$14,452
$16,168
$17,888
$19,620
$21,328
$23,054
$24,778
$26,494
$28,216
$29,940
$31,654
$33,376
$35,094
$36,816
$38,538
$40,250
$41,972
$43,696
$45,404
$47,134
$48,856
$50,576
$63,992
$72,250
$77,416
$127,294
$137,612
$172,018
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ATTA(;BMENT
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National League of Cities
MEMBER BENEFITS FOR YOUR CITY'S LEADERSHIP TEAM
The National League of Cities offers your city's elected officials and staff a vast array of programs,
services, and volunteer opportunities that strengthen and promote your community.
SHARE GREAT IDEAS
Network with other officials who have similar interests at NLC meetings and online to get information on
what works and what doesn't through our:
. Annual Congress of Cities and Exposition . International Council
. CityFutures Panels . Issue-Specific Member Networks
. Constituency Groups . Leadership Training Council
. Council on Youth, Education, and Families . Member Councils
. Directory of City Policy Officials . Policy and Advocacy Committees
. E-mail Groups
SOLVE YOUR CITY'S PROBLEMS
Access a wealth of information about issues that matter to your community through a variety of NLC
resources such as:
. Action Kits, Tool Kits, and Action Guides . Nation's Cities Weekly newspaper
. Annual Congress of Cities and Exposition . NLC TV (coming June 2007)
. Audioconferences . NLC Staff, Associate Members, and
. City Practices Collection Corporate Partners
. Conference Workshops . NLC Website
. Institute for Youth, Education, and Families . Surveys and Research Reports
. Mobile Workshops Highlighting City . Technical Assistance Projects
Programs . Webcasts and Web Seminars
. Municipal Reference Service
SHARPEN YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Learn new skills, enhance your job performance, and serve your citizens better by obtaining training at
NLC conferences and seminars including our:
· Annual Congress of Cities and Exposition
· Annual Congressional City Conference
· Annual Leadership Summit
· Biennial Summit on Your City's Families
· Equity Agenda Round Tables
. Pre-conference Leadership Training Institute
Seminars
· Regional Training Seminars
PROTECT YOUR CITY'S RIGHTS AND RESOURCES
Stay informed about federal actions that affect your city and learn how to influence federal policy from
our:
· Advocacy Training
· City Lobby Day
· Biweekly Federal Relations Update
· Grassroots Action Center
· Judicial Representation
. Legislative Action Alerts
· Legislative Strike Teams
· National Municipal Policy
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GET THE RECOGNITION YOU DESERVE
Receive recognition for your special achievements and learn about other best practices that can be
replicated in your community through our:
· Awards for Municipal Excellence
· Awards Recognition Letter Initiative
· Certificate of Achievement in Leadership
Excellence
· City Showcase of Successful Programs
. National Black Caucus of Local Elected
Officials' City Cultural Diversity Awards
. NLC Leadership Opportunities
. NLC Membership Milestone Awards
. Women in Municipal Government
Leadership Award
CONNECT WITH THE BROADER MUNICIPAL COMMUNITY
Be a part of national and international municipal programs and initiatives through our outreach and
collaborative activities with:
· International Fellowship Programs
· Other National Organizations Concerned
about Cities
· State Municipal Leagues
. United Cities and Local Governments-a
Global Network of Cities
· Various Commissions and Study Groups
BENEFIT FROM OTHER MEMBER PROGRAMS
Take advantage of other NLC programs that offer services and opportunities including:
· America Downtown@ Service
· China Trade Mission Program
· City Platform for Strengthening Families
· National Small Cities and Towns Day
· NLC's Partnership for Working Toward
Inclusive Communities
· Press Coverage of Programs and
Achievements
· U.S. Communities Government Purchasing
Alliance
ENJOY SPECIAL MEMBERS-ONLY BENEFITS
Remember that only members are eligible for:
· Appointments to most NLC Committees,
Councils, and Panels
· Discounted America Downtown@ Service
Program Fees
· Discounted Conference and Seminar
Registration Fees
· Discounted Prices for NLC Publications
· Election to NLC and Constituency Group
Leadership Positions
· Free City Policy Officials Directory
· Free City Showcase Registration Fee
· Free Nation's Cities Weekly subscription
· Free Publications
. Getting Acquainted with the National League
of Cities Pocket Guide
. Leadership Training Institute Scholarships
· NLC Awards and Certificate Programs
· Participation in Technical Assistance
Projects
· Voting Rights at NLC's Annual Business
Meeting on Policies, Resolutions and
Leadership Elections
For more information about your NLC benefits, visit www.nlc.org or contact the NLC Membership
Department at (202) 626-3000 or membership@nlc.org.
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