The General Plan is the foundational planning document for any local government in California, providing a roadmap of future growth that includes social and economic development. Each local General Plan is unique, reflecting the priorities, constraints, and aspirations of the city or county.

Hazard mitigation is the first step in the disaster cycle. Learn more about actions communities can take to reduce the impacts of a disaster before it occurs.

Emergency Operations Plans (EOP) establish how the State, Tribal, or local jurisdiction manages its emergency response.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is an essential agency in resiliency and disaster recovery. Learn more about two HUD programs support resiliency and disaster recovery efforts: CDBG – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) and CDBG – Mitigation (CDBG-MIT).

This new training series will aid California tribal organizations seeking to maximize state housing funds and expand their ability to address housing needs for tribal citizens.

This paper provides an overview of the history, operation, and current debates around the Housing Choice Voucher program, the federal government's largest form of rental assistance.

Read our 2023 Annual Report to learn more about our impact.

This report documents the impact the Elevating Community Development Organization (ECDO) Fund has on participating organizations and the communities they serve.

Learn about the actions communities can take to mitigate and prepare for pandemics and other health disasters.

Various factors contribute to poor air quality: fire season, vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions, power plants, agricultural processes, commercial waste treatment, and any burning of fuels such as wood, oil, and coal. Learn about the ways communities can take action to prepare and mitigate poor air quality.