Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG)

Supervisor Spiegel delivered an outstanding State of the Second District Address at Good Morning Corona! ?? WRCOG is proud to have partnered with so many cities in the region over the past year on critical projects that are making a real difference in the lives of our community every day. We’re excited for another year of progress and continued work to improve the quality of life in our region! ?? #CommunityImpact #Partnerships #WRCOG #RiversideCounty #StateOfTheDistrict

A huge thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 Energy & Infrastructure Sector Showcase today, presented by the Inland Empire/Desert Regional Consortium (IEDRC) and Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN). It was a great day of collaboration and exploration into the region’s local policy drivers, emerging technology, and available resources. We look forward to next year! #EnergyShowcase2025 #InlandEmpire #Innovation #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableFuture #IREN #IEDRC Picture (left to right): Hope Christman (CPUC), Casey Dailey (WRCOG / I-REN), Leuwam Tesfai (CPUC Deputy Executive Director for Energy and Climate Policy) Pamela Rittelmeyer (CPUC)

Join Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) and Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce for a certification and contracting summit on April 2nd. Gain valuable insights from industry experts, power up your company and grow. Visit https://lnkd.in/gpuEu7TG for more information or to register now.

?? Thank You for an Incredible WRCOG Women's Event! ?? We are beyond grateful to everyone who attended our sold-out WRCOG Women’s Event! It was an inspiring day filled with powerful insights from women across multiple generations in the public sector. A special thank you to our esteemed speakers: ?WRCOG Chairwoman Brenda Dennstedt ?Riverside County Supervisor Karen Spiegel (District 2) ? Beaumont City Manager Elizabeth Gibbs ? Dr. Grace Martin, CEO of March JPIA ? Karla Felix, Staff Analyst, WRCOG ? Craddock Stropes, Cultural Affairs Manager, City of Carlsbad Your stories, experiences, and advice on breaking barriers, the importance of mentors, managing stress, achieving work-life balance and the power of networking left a lasting impact! Huge thanks to Western Water for hosting and to everyone who contributed to making this event such a success. Let’s continue lifting each other up, building connections, and empowering future generations of women in leadership! ?? More photos to come! Attendees will be mailed a link when photos are ready! #WRCOGWomensEvent #EmpoweredWomenEmpowerWomen #Networking #Leadership #PublicSector

Last chance to register! Don’t miss the Energy & Infrastructure Sector Showcase next week! Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN)

?? Exciting news! WRCOG has officially purchased 1955 Chicago Ave in Riverside as our new home. Executive Director Dr. Kurt Wilson, joined by Executive Committee Member Crystal Ruiz and WRCOG staff, signed the final papers yesterday morning, followed by a tour (and donuts! ??). We can’t wait to welcome our members to the new space soon! #WRCOG #NewBeginnings #Community

Join us for the Riverside County Water Task Force Virtual Speaker Series on March 21, 2025, at 7:30 AM, brought to you by Eastern Municipal Water District, Western Municipal Water District, and WRCOG. Learn how local agencies are preparing for the unexpected—like droughts, floods, and fires. RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/gSEFEQW8 #WaterTalk #WRCOG #RiversideCounty #WaterPreparedness

Chris Gray Deputy Executive Director addressed City and Regional leaders at the California Regional Leadership Forum, addressing SB 743 and how it changed the way transportation impacts are measured, shifting the focus to Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT). WRCOG is leading a regional approach by developing VMT mitigation banks, ensuring that cities—many of which are too small to manage this alone—can address road travel impacts effectively. With 90% of Riverside County residents starting and ending their day within the county, success depends on strong partnerships with transit agencies, cities, and the county to create a sustainable, connected future.? Find out more about WRCOG's VMT Mitigation efforts: https://lnkd.in/g3DF7Zbe

Congratulations to Dr. Edwin Gomez and the Riverside County Office of Education for a year of exceptional growth and education in our community! ?? Your Competitive Edge theme at today’s State of Education highlights the innovative programs and leadership that are setting Riverside County apart. Through top-tier schools and a strong commitment to student success, you’re creating opportunities for the next generation to thrive. WRCOG is proud to partner with initiatives that are shaping the future of our students and preparing them to lead the workforce of tomorrow. #StateOfEducation #RiversideCounty #WRCOG

What's Up WRCOG! We’re excited to share that Western Municipal Water District is hosting an open house event on April 26th! This is a great opportunity to connect with one of the local water agencies serving the WRCOG area, meet the team behind the services, and learn more about how water is delivered to your home. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn about the important work happening in our community at this family friendly event! #WRCOG #WaterServices #CommunityEngagement #WesternMunicipalWaterDistrict