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South Bay Cities Council of Governments Earns Environmental Champion Leadership Award for Achievement in Sustainability

Green Technology, a non-profit initiative designed to inform government efforts toward sustainability, recognized the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) with a 2026 Environmental Champion Leadership Award for its collaboration, commitment and leadership intransforming sustainability from an aspiration into action in California. It announced the award during the 20-year Commemorative Gala of the Green California Summit at the Pasadena Convention Center on September 16, 2026. 

2026-10-01T13:05:26-07:00October 1, 2026|
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*New Video* – Records Clearing Event Helps Job Candidates Put Best Foot Forward

**WATCH: NEW VIDEO** The Los Angeles City Attorney's Office's Homeless Engagement Response Team, in partnership with the Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office and Assembly Member Mike Gipson's Office, recently hosted a records-clearing event in Gardena to help those at risk of homelessness or currently unhoused with clearing past records that may be preventing them from getting jobs, housing and social services.

2026-09-22T17:08:42-07:00September 22, 2026|
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City Showcase – Augmented Reality Initiative Transforms El Segundo’s Public Art Experience

Many are gathering at El Segundo's public art murals for a glimpse of more than is on the wall. Through the city's Augmented Reality Public Arts Initiative, some unexpected objects are moving beyond the painted surfaces.

2026-09-09T11:04:37-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Cooling Neighborhoods with Trees – Responsible Planning Requires Us to Be Stewards of Trees in Our Communities

Los Angeles County is feeling the heat in these final days of summer. That's why making more space for trees in our communities needs to be part of the new normal in L.A., according to Rebecca Ferdman, sustainability policy director for Los Angeles County.

2026-09-08T17:40:55-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Property Pivot – Study Reveals Feasibility of Commercial-to-Residential Conversions in the South Bay

To help South Bay cities meet their state-established housing targets in a largely built-out subregion, the South Bay Cities Council of Governments has released the results of a study designed to identify and reimagine underutilized commercial properties as candidates for new housing. Sites evaluated included strip arterials, parking lots and regional malls.

2026-09-08T14:21:23-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Former Hawthorne High School Classmates Support Each Other Through Homeless Journey

Jana Jenkins and Danna Mayfield met as teens at Hawthorne High School. They have been through many challenges together and most recently a chapter of homelessness. Through the help of St. Margaret's Center, one of the SBCCOG's housing-focused case management partners, they finally have a place to call home.

2026-09-24T15:17:28-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Annual County Shows 40% Decrease in South Bay Homelessness

In late July, the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) released the results of its 2026 Homeless Count, indicating a 40% decrease in South Bay unsheltered homelessness compared to 2023. Members of the SBCCOG's Housing and Homeless Services team say it shows that its By-Names list data approach, combined with individualized services and strong coordination with cities is moving the dial toward getting and keeping people off of the streets.

2026-09-18T09:31:07-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Safe Streets for All – The South Bay Cities Council of Governments to Roll Out Micromobility Safety Plan for the South Bay

More than 250 fatal or serious micromobility (pedal bikes, e-bikes, street golf carts and scooters) accidents occur per year in the South Bay, according to an analysis using the Berkeley Transportation Injury Mapping System developed at UC Berkeley. The South Bay Cities Council of Governments launched a plan to help reduce South Bay roadway fatalities and serious injuries at Lomita's National Night Out.

2026-09-10T15:41:50-07:00September 8, 2026|
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Summer 2026 South Bay Watch Newsletter

In this issue of South Bay Watch, the South Bay Cities Council of Governments launches a plan to improve micromobility safety in the South Bay; the annual point-in-time count shows a 40% decline in South Bay homelessness compared to 2025; two Hawthorne High School classmates navigate homelessness together; and L.A. County's sustainability policy director explains how trees could cool down South Bay neighborhoods. Read these stories and more.

2026-09-08T11:18:38-07:00September 8, 2026|
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