In the South Bay Watch fall issue, we examine how Redondo Beach went from 261 active homeless street cases to 25 through a new framework piloted by the SBCCOG. We also spotlight a new ride share service that is rivaling Uber and Lyft in Torrance and helping to fill the first/last mile gap to get to access public transit bus service. Also, cool roofs and surfaces are nothing new, but they attracting new attention as a means to lower indoor temperatures without air conditioning.

The South Bay Watch summer issue recaps a new SBCCOG study that shows a 40.7% reduction in South Bay greenhouse gas emissions since 2005. LA County's registrar-recorder/county clerk gives a comprehensive look at measures and safeguards to protect voter ballots. And the SBCCOG's founding leader is recognized for advancing quality of life for older adults.

The South Bay Watch spring issue recaps the 24th General Assembly as speakers forecast how artificial intelligence will shape the future of local government. It also profiles winners of the "Sustainability in Action Photo Contest," a West Basin project that is making Carson more "water sustainable," and how LA County is leading the effort to advance digital equity. Plus, learn why age is only number in Gardena.

The South Bay Watch winter issue explores the benefits and red flags of artificial intelligence for cities as the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) prepares to host its upcoming General Assembly titled "Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe for the South Bay;" results of a SBCCOG study reveal why accessory dwelling units may not be the sought-after solution for affordable housing; and El Segundo launches the South Bay's first zero-emission, low-speed vehicle route.

The South Bay Watch fall issue spotlights how SBCCOG volunteers are helping to advance subregional goals, recaps the 20th anniversary celebration of the SBCCOG's Environmental Services Center, and examines why it's time to rethink the state's Regional Housing Needs Assessment.

A special issue of South Bay Watch celebrating the 20th anniversary of the South Bay Environmental Services Center. Issue includes "South Bay's Journey to Green" Timeline.

In this issue of South Bay Watch, the South Bay acts to minimize dependence on external water resources in preparation for a "parched future," the SBCCOG studies underperforming commercial areas as a possible housing solution, and local nonprofit AltaSea develops a model to unleash the power of the ocean to meet environmental challenges.

In this issue of South Bay Watch, Gene Rodrigues, assistant U.S. energy secretary for electricity, will keynote the SBCCOG's 23rd General Assembly.

In this issue of South Bay Watch, read how home sharing helped to steer a Redondo Beach woman back to a path of housing stability following a pandemic job loss.

Spring 2022 South Bay Watch Newsletter