South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG)

We wish?a warm welcome to our new administrative assistant, Christina Martinez,?who joins our mission to improve the quality of life in the South Bay.?Christina?brings?more than 10?years of experience in administrative support from law firms to marketing.?She?is a Southern California native and enjoys traveling, volunteer work and spending time with her daughter and niece.

With over 16 years in the energy industry and now a leading voice in local government, Lujuana M. is driving transformative climate solutions in County of Los Angeles. She oversees impactful initiatives like the Southern California Regional Energy Network and SoCal EVen Access, focusing on equitable, innovative approaches to combat climate change. Her work reimagines systems and helps drive collaboration to create a sustainable future. Don’t miss the chance to hear her insights at the SBCCOG’s General Assembly on March 27, 2025! Register now to join the conversation and be part of the change. https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3. #sbccoggeneralassembly #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency

Did you know? In 2012 and 2013, the South Bay Council of Governments (SBCCOG) was honored with the Southern California Edison (SCE) Energy Savings Achievement Award and the SoCalGas Energy Efficiency Award for their outstanding performance in exceeding energy-savings targets! ?? These awards reflect SBCCOG’s commitment to sustainability and innovative efforts to create a greener South Bay. ?? Join us in celebrating these achievements and more at the 2025 General Assembly on March 27, 2025! Learn about SBCCOG’s history, accomplishments and vision for the future. To register and get more details, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3 #SBCCOG #SouthBay #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #GreenFuture #sbccoggeneralassembly

Have you registered yet for the March 27 General Assembly? As CEO of AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles and former secretary of the California Environmental Protection Agency under Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, speaker Terry Tamminen has been at the forefront of global climate action. Named No. 1 in The Guardian’s “Top 50 People Who Can Save the Planet,” he will share his expertise on building a sustainable blue economy, advancing climate solutions and creating a greener future. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a visionary leader who has shaped policies, authored books like “Cracking the Carbon Code,” and advised organizations such as the U.N.Green Climate Fund and the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. Together, let’s explore innovative strategies to drive environmental progress and economic resilience as we create a vision for the South Bay’s tomorrow. To learn more and register for the General Assembly, visit https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3. ?? #sbccoggeneralassembly #Sustainability #ClimateAction #BlueEconomy #TerryTamminen

Join us at our upcoming General Assembly on March 27 as we welcome County Government Don Knabe Supervisor, a distinguished leader in public service, environmental advocacy and community development. With decades of experience representing Los Angeles County’s Fourth District, former Supervisor Knabe will share his insights on regional sustainability, transportation, and innovative solutions for a greener future. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a visionary leader who has led initiatives like the Safe Surrender program, allowing surrender of an infant within 72 hours of birth, Operation Libraries, a plan to invest $45 million to upgrade libraries throughout the Fourth District, and environmental initiatives. Including the Dominguez Gap Wetlands Project. To learn more and register for the General Assembly, visit https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3. ?? #sbccoggeneralassembly #Sustainability #CommunityLeadership #DonKnabe #ClimateAction

At our upcoming General Assembly on March 27, we look forward to hearing the insights on the future of sustainability from Amanda Vockerodt Hansen. Hansen is the acting senior advisor for climate in the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom. Her distinguished career spans the California Natural Resources Agency , the White House Council on Environmental Quality and the U.S. Department of State. To learn more and register for the #sbccoggeneralassembly visit https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3 ??

?? Did You Know? ?? Back in 2005, the South Bay Council of Governments (SBCCOG) fought to preserve the iconic 310 area code for the South Bay. They successfully stopped the California Public Utilities Commission from completely changing it to 424. This is just one example of how the SBCCOG works tirelessly to protect and advocate for our community. ?? Mark your calendars! The 2025 General Assembly is coming up on March 27, 2025, hosted by the SBCCOG. Come celebrate SBCCOG’s history, achievements, and plans for the future! ?? To register to get more information follow this link: https://lnkd.in/giv9Did3 #SBCCOG #SouthBay #310AreaCode #GeneralAssembly2025 #CommunityAdvocacy #SaveThe310 #SouthBayStrong

As we explore the South Bay’s future at our 25th Annual General Assembly, panelist Dan Sturges will discuss what’s ahead for micromobility and transportation. Sturges is a visionary in sustainable mobility, with nearly 40 years of experience transforming how people move. As cofounder of Mobilitee, LLC he focuses on creating integrated mobility solutions that reduce dependency on cars and enhance community connectivity. Dan has designed the first neighborhood electric vehicle (GEM car) advancing shared mobility and human-centered design. He also authored his latest book, “Near to Far,” which outlines a bold vision for multimodal transportation that strengthens communities. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a true innovator at the GA on March 27! To register, visit the link here: https://lnkd.in/g3Kwvt6t #SBCCOG #GeneralAssembly #Micromobility #SustainableTransportation #DanSturges

At our monthly board meeting Gus Meza, senior water policy and resource analyst, for our partner West Basin Municipal Water District, accepted a certificate of appreciation on behalf of HAROLD WILLIAMS for his outstanding public service and dedication to the community as a City of Carson, California, Council member and as a West Basin board member from November, 2014 to December, 2024. Williams was acknowledged for his work to ensure the South Bay’s access to healthy and reliable water. ??

This morning state and local leaders came together for the 10th annual South Bay Legislative Meet & Greet presented by the SBCCOG, South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce and?League of California Cities?at the?City of Torrance?Nakano Theater. Janice Hahn,?Ben Allen, Al Muratsuchi?and?Tina McKinnor?discussed state and regional goals following the recent wildfires ?? and discussed new legislation and plans for issues such as e-bike ?? safety, public safety ?? and homelessness??. Attendees then had the opportunity to ask questions ??♀???♂? and share concerns. Bill Uphoff Mark E. Henderson, EdD, ITIL