League of California Cities
Carolyn Coleman currently serves as the Executive Director and CEO of the League of California Cities, a position held since December 2016. Prior to this role, Coleman was the Senior Executive and Director of Federal Advocacy at the National League of Cities from November 2006 to December 2016. Additional experience includes serving as Vice President at FaegreBD Consulting, Deputy Mayor of the City of Indianapolis, and Attorney at Faegre Baker Daniels LLP. Coleman's career began in sales and marketing at AT&T. Educational qualifications include a J.D. from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and a B.S. in Business Administration from The University of Kansas.
League of California Cities
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VISION To be recognized and respected as the leading advocate for the common interests of California's Cities MISSION STATEMENT To expand and protect local control for cities through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians WE BELIEVE: Local self-governance is the cornerstone of democracy. Our strength lies in the unity of our diverse communities of interest. In the involvement of all stakeholders in establishing goals and in solving problems. In conducting the business of government with transparency, openness, respect, and civility. The spirit of honest public service is what builds communities. Open decision-making that is of the highest ethical standards honors the public trust. Cities are vital to the strength of the California economy. The vitality of cities is dependent upon their fiscal stability and local autonomy. The active participation of all city officials increases the League's effectiveness. Partnerships and collaborations are essential elements of focused advocacy and lobbying . Ethical and well-informed city officials are essential for responsive, visionary leadership, and effective and efficient City operations.