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2018-2020 TRI -VALLEY CITIES LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK INTRODUCTION &STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK OVERVIEW Background The Tri -Valley Cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon, and the Town of Danville have joined together to work on legislative issues, projects and initiatives at the State and Federal level. Each city and town is represented by the Mayor, City Manager and Staff Liaison. Coordination of the group is rotated annually between each city. Activities include quarterly meetings to discuss legislative matters, and an annual State Legislative visit to Sacramento in the spring, and an annual Federal Legislative visit to Washington, D.C. in the winter. The objective of these trips is to hold meetings with state and federal representatives, promote the Tri -Valley Legislative Agenda, and attend either the U.S. Conference of Mayors' Annual Winter Meeting or the National League of Cities Annual Congressional City Conference. The Cities and Town have contracted with a state and federal advocacy firm, Townsend Public Affairs (TPA) and prior to TPA, Jordan &Associates. The Cities and Town have experienced success in advocacy for legislation and leveraging funding for projects that meet the needs of the region. Previous successful efforts include: • Interstate 580, 680, and State Route 84 improvements; and • East Bay Regional Communication System; and • Tri -Valley dousing Opportunity Center. Overview The Cities and Town have determined that the development of a Strategic Framework would assist the region with a more focused effort and improve strategic advocacy at all levels of government (e.g. federal, state, regional, local). This document sets a clear direction regarding the region's priorities, including desired objectives, estimated timelines for completion, and potential partnerships with regional agencies (e.g. transportation agencies) for each legislative effort. The goal of the Strategic Framework is to provide focus, drive alignment, promote strategic relationships, and assist in promoting a clear and concise narrative to maintain and improve the quality of life for Tri -Valley residents and businesses and enable continued opportunities for public and private investment within the region.