PROPOSED PRIORITIES & WORK PROGRAM 2007-2008. Promote cooperation between municipalities of the South Bay region of L.A. County in the discussion of area-wide

PROPOSED PRIORITIES PROPOSED PRIORITIES

& & WORK PROGRAMWORK PROGRAM

2007-20082007-2008

Promote cooperation between municipalities of the South Bay region of L.A. County in the discussion of area-wide issues of mutual interest

Support member cities’ proposals that further the objectives of South Bay Cities Council of Governments

Seek solutions to issues of common concern through joint studies & cost-effective, multi-jurisdictional programs

Provide a forum for communication & representation on behalf of the South Bay sub-region with other governing bodies & organizations in the South Bay, as well as facilitate the exchange of ideas & information

Increase visibility and awareness of the South Bay as an outstanding place to live, work and play.

MISSION STATEMENTMISSION STATEMENT

PROJECTS FOR NEXT YEARPROJECTS FOR NEXT YEAR

Energy Efficiency Programs

Energy Savings Center

• Operate resource center & clearinghouse of energy efficiency and water conservation information for So Bay public agencies, including cities, schools and special districts, as well as businesses and residents.

• Provide training and educational materials on energy and water efficient equipment/products and practices, including rebates and incentive programs.

• Maintain specialized web site and quarterly newsletter.


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• Joint Procurement & energy assessments for public agencies, including the shepherding of special projects.

• Discount purchasing of energy efficient equipment for businesses.

• Funnel referrals from residents, businesses and public agencies into SCE, GAS, and water into 2006-2008 programs for energy and water savings.


Water Conservation Program

• Facilitate distribution of water-brooms and other equipment as available to public agencies and other groups

• Work with industries, public agencies and businesses to promote comprehensive energy/water audits and the integration/implementation of conservation programs and practices.

• Aggressively look for opportunities to bring programs to the South Bay.


Energy Policy Outreach

• Assist cities in meeting the obligations of the U.S. Mayors’ Climate Protection Agreement.

• Monitor AB 32 implementation plan.

• Promote and support areas where South Bay cities can encourage energy efficiency and water conservation through their policies.


SCAG & MTA Funded Studies

Goods Movement

• Identify improvements for specific locations impacted by goods movements with concept plans and cost estimates for each location

• Develop Cost/benefit for each improvement

• Develop investment strategy with prioritized and phased investment program and next steps.


Mixed Use Centers/Livable Communities

Do analysis of the market feasibility of higher density projects in the South Bay

Refine Guideline document for successful Mixed Use Centers in the South Bay with factors that could contribute to developing new mixed use centers without generating additional automobile congestion.

PROJECTS FOR NEXT YEAR PROJECTS FOR NEXT YEAR

Transportation

Seek & support additional funding for South Bay and city projects

Transfer $1.6 million federal earmark to specific project(s)

Maintaining updated project list for South Bay ITS & continuing facilitation of county’s Signal

Synchronization project Monitoring LAX issues Supporting MTA’s study of the passenger uses

for the Harbor Subdivision right of way Supporting Green Line extension to Galleria &

LAX Seeking funding for pilot alternative fuel

powered neighborhood vehicle project in a So Bay mixed use center


Data Collection, Report Review & Grant Solicitation

Monitor/Coordinate SCAG Overall Work Program projects as well as AQMD, MTA and water agency activities as needed

Comment on Regional Plans re: South Bay issues

Develop new projects for SCAG’s Overall Work Program & other grant programs as they arise


Legislative Activities

• Advocate for a change to the SCAQMD Board to provide more equitable representation for South Bay cities

• Take positions on legislation • Testify and lobby on pertinent issues both legislative &

regulatory per the annually adopted SBCCOG Legislative Agenda

Homeland Security

• Information exchange with all interested and affected parties focusing on sharing successful programs & strategies

• Hear from experts in the field• Work with Area G to sponsor training programs for SBCCOG

cities


Joint Projects

• South Bay Salary data – coordinate membership, post jobs & MOUs on SBCCOG web site

• Support city grant applications, as appropriate • Quarterly Newsletter• Training Programs • Annual General Assembly


Web Site

• Add demographic information and other data resources for the cities and other users

• Expand use of intranet for internal communications

Support City Staff Networking & Info Sharing

• GIS Working Group• Infrastructure Working Group• Livable Communities Working Group• Planning Directors’ group & quarterly planning

staff meetings


Liaison with Regional Agencies

• Provide one point of access for MTA, SCAG, SCAQMD, & water agencies with SBCCOG cities

• Bring information about regional policies and actions to SBCCOG cities

• Work with Metro South Bay Sector Governance Council and S. B. transit operators

• Enhance S. B. cities/schools partnership

POSSIBLE NEW POSSIBLE NEW PROJECTSPROJECTS

POSSIBLE NEW PROJECTSPOSSIBLE NEW PROJECTS

Climate Change Initiative

• Help cities adopt and implement cool cities initiatives such as the U.S. Mayors’ Agreement

• Broaden work of Energy Savings Center to include recycling

Staff Working Group(s) on Technology

Special Tours and Events

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IS ANYTHING LEFT OUT? IS ANYTHING LEFT OUT? Training Programs & Workshops – Ideas ??

• Planners & Economic Development Directors need to work together

Special Tours & Events - Suggestions ???

• Other programs or projects ???

BRAINSTORMING:BRAINSTORMING: IS ANYTHING LEFT OUT?IS ANYTHING LEFT OUT?

A. Funding for 405 access improvements as well as Rosecrans & Coastal Corridors

B. Evaluate adequacy of future energy and/or water supply for the South Bay

C. Additional transit marketing (field trip packages)D. Traffic CalmingE. Public Safety – Crime & Drug useF. Animal Control issuesG. Recreation – skateboard parks, beach issuesH. Partnerships with other governmentsI Other Corridors to study – 190th Street?J. Solid Waste, NPDESK. Water policyL. HousingM. Planning & Public Health

GENERAL ASSEMBLY - PREVIOUSLYGENERAL ASSEMBLY - PREVIOUSLY

1st About the SBCCOG, Speaker from Governor’s Office & Panel re: Internet Sales

2nd Cooperative Law Enforcement Efforts & Law Enforcement Technology in the South Bay

3rd Designing Places for People – Livable Communities in the South Bay

4th Hometown Security

5th Partnerships – Building Better Communities

6th Facing the Future – Energy Supply & Use in the South Bay

7th South Bay’s Digital Future – How It Will Change Everything!

8th Mobility Options for the South Bay

99THTH ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

TOPICS?? • Water Issues• Senior Issues• Natural Resources/Environment/Utilities • Global Warming/Climate Change• Goods Movement and Community Impacts• Air Quality in the South Bay• Escalating Gas prices and their impact on the

South Bay• Changing Demographics – Who are We Planning

for and What Does That Mean?• Marketing Cities – Image Building?• Parks & Recreation in the South Bay? • ????

What we need from you!What we need from you!

Participation & Support

from you,

your colleagues

and your staff!

Thank you!!!

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PROPOSED PRIORITIES & WORK PROGRAM 2007-2008. Promote cooperation between municipalities of the South Bay region of L.A. County in the discussion of area-wide