Civic Affairs Forum - STATE OF THE STATE 2022

STATE OF THE STATE 2022.  Our panel will provide a behind-the-scenes look at statewide issues in 2022 leading up to the election including prospective ballot measures and key political races.

Hear what they have to say about the pandemic; housing & homelessness; recall/two party system; energy; wildfire and drought; looking ahead.

Panel:

Carolyn Coleman, Executive Director & CEO League of California Cities
Carolyn Coleman brings over 25 years of experience as a leader and an advocate in the public and private sectors to her role as executive director and CEO of the League of California Cities, the largest and oldest organization representing California's cities and towns and their leaders.  Under her leadership, Cal Cities advances policies to expand local control through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians.


Ben Golombek, Executive Vice President California Chamber of Commerce
Ben Golombek joined the California Chamber of Commerce on January 17, 2022 as executive vice president and chief of staff for policy. In this role, Golombek heads the CalChamber policy staff, providing strategic oversight and management of CalChamber’s legislative and regulatory priorities. Most recently, Golombek served as the West Region vice president for public affairs for AT&T, where he managed a team of 20 to create and implement legislative campaigns and media strategies to educate and influence lawmakers, regulators, and consumers for eight states including California.


Cindy Silva, President League of California Cities
Mayor Pro Tem, City of Walnut Creek
Cindy Silva has been an active member of the League of California Cities for more than a decade. She has been a member of the Cal Cities Board of Directors since 2015 and currently serve as president. Silva has served on the Walnut Creek City Council since 2006 and has served three terms as mayor (2010-11, 2012-13, 2018-19) and currently serves as Mayor Pro Tem.