SBCCOG’s 26th Annual General Assembly Exhibitors
The 1960 Club is a membership club associated with “The Bolt”- the Los Angeles Chargers’ training complex in El Segundo, California. The Club offers its members access to exceptional social facilities and amenities, as well as a special member experience, at the training complex.
The Baldwin Hills and Urban Watersheds Conservancy (BH UWC) is one of ten conservancies of the California Natural Resources Agency. Our mission is to preserve open space within the Baldwin Hills, southern Ballona Creek and Upper Dominguez Channel Watersheds and provide recreation, restoration, and protection of wildlife habitat within these areas for the public’s enjoyment and educational experience. The Conservancy provides Local Assistance Grants to public agencies and non-profit organizations to restore and improve our public lands and spaces pursuant to this mission. Funding for these grants comes from the State of CA’s Propositions 1, 40, 84 and the newly approved Proposition 4. The Baldwin Hills Parklands are 480 acres of public parks managed by California State Parks, Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation, Los Angeles City Parks and Recreation, Culver City Parks, and Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority. The Conservancy’s jurisdiction was recently expanded to include areas of the South Bay including El Segundo, Hawthorne, Inglewood, and Manhattan Beach. Together, the BH UWC seeks to advance the implementation of projects and programs that increase our collective regional climate resilience. To learn more, visit www.bhc.ca.gov.
Beach Cities Health District (BCHD), one of the leading healthcare districts in California, has served the communities of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach since 1955. Driven by our vision for a healthy beach community, we offer more than 40 programs and facilities designed to enhance the health and well-being of all residents.
The Community Services department provides services to improve quality of life and maintain the independence of older adult residents and residents with disabilities within the Beach Cities. Our team of social workers provide confidential in-home visits and assessments, along with recommended care plans and frequent follow-up to address the challenges related to caregiving, isolation, difficulty with daily tasks, transportation, mobility, healthcare access, and more.
allcove Beach Cities is an integrated youth mental health center for young people ages 12-25 living in the greater South Bay of Los Angeles County. allcove offers mental and physical health services, education and employment assistance, peer and family support, and substance use prevention programs.
California Water Service provides high-quality, reliable water utility services to about 450,000 people throughout the South Bay and more than 2 million people statewide. Cal Water’s purpose is to enhance the quality of life for customers and communities. To do so, it invests responsibly in water and wastewater infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and community well-being. The company’s employees live by a set of strong core values and share a commitment to protecting the planet, caring for people, and operating with the utmost integrity. More information is available at www.calwater.com.
El Segundo has emerged as a dynamic hub for professional sports and entertainment, significantly shaping the city’s identity, economy, and quality of life. For decades, the city has hosted major professional sports organizations, including the LA Lakers (NBA), LA Kings (NHL), and Rugby Football Club Los Angeles (MLR), reinforcing its reputation as a premier training and headquarters destination. This presence expanded in 2024 with the opening of the LA Chargers’ 150,000-square-foot training facility, “The Bolt,” and will continue to grow with the Los Angeles Sparks’ planned 55,000-square-foot headquarters and training facility, slated to open in 2027. These high-profile investments attract visitors, create jobs, and enhance El Segundo’s visibility on a regional and national level. Complementing these sports facilities is a growing entertainment ecosystem, including venues such as Topgolf & The Lakes at El Segundo, California Smash Pickleball & Social Club, CinemaWest, and Electric Dreams. Together, these amenities contribute to a vibrant live-work-play environment, supporting local businesses, encouraging tourism, and improving resident amenities. As sports and entertainment offerings continue to expand, they are positioning El Segundo as a destination city with a distinctive lifestyle, diversified economy, and strong community appeal.
Hawthorne is a welcoming city in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. Known for its diverse community and convenient location, Hawthorne offers a mix of residential neighborhoods, local businesses, and parks. It is just minutes from major freeways and close to beaches, shopping centers, and Los Angeles International Airport, making it a great place to live and work.
Hawthorne has a strong history in aerospace and technology, and it continues to grow with new businesses and community programs. The city provides services that support families, seniors, and local entrepreneurs. Residents enjoy public parks, a pool, recreation programs, and community events throughout the year.
The city government is committed to maintaining safe neighborhoods and improving the quality of life for everyone. Whether you are a resident, visitor, or business owner, Hawthorne offers friendly service and helpful resources.
For more information, contact the City of Hawthorne at [email protected] or call (310) 349-2900. Visit the official website at www.cityofhawthorne.org.
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes is a California general law city that operates under a council-manager form of government. It was incorporated in 1973. Located in the County of Los Angeles, RPV is home to more than 41,000 residents. The City features the Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, which is comprised of 13 individual nature reserves totaling approximately 1,500 acres, with about 33 miles of hiking trails. Other notable landmarks include the Point Vicente Lighthouse (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) and the Point Vicente Interpretive Center, a premier whale-watching site for the annual migration of Pacific gray whales. Rancho Palos Verdes is the largest of four municipalities on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. It covers approximately 13.5 square miles and boasts over 7.5 miles of Pacific coastline.
We will be showcasing the developments in the city and how we position ourselves for the FIFA 2026 and Olympic 2028.
Founded in 2017, Clean Power Alliance (CPA) is the 4th largest electricity provider in California! We’re a community-driven organization that believes in a clean energy future, empowering communities and customers to choose their energy source. CPA has been ranked as the #1 green power provider by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory. CPA first began serving customers in unincorporated Los Angeles County in February 2018, with dozens of communities transitioning to CPA service since then. CPA has now grown to serve 38 communities, including Rolling Hills Estates, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Carson, and Hawthorne.
From your home to your car explore how CPA programs help you earn money, save electricity, and live more sustainably: https://cleanpoweralliance.org/programs/ | Customer support: 888-585-3788 | TTY: 323-214-1296 | Web: cleanpoweralliance.org | Email: [email protected]
Gensai GEO SEARCH is Japan’s (and the world’s) leader in harnessing the power of ground penetrating radar (GPR) to help public works agencies resolve unseen hazards below roads and highways. Since 1989, Gensai GEO SEARCH has detected over 180,000 verified cavities under roadways. After establishing operations in Torrance in 2022, hundreds of under-pavement anomalies have been found for U.S. cities and agencies, allowing repairs before roads are compromised.
1) Scanning for cavities prior to road repaving ensures a sound roadbed below the new layer of pavement. This is the least expensive but potentially most important part of any road project.
2) Aging water pipes and recent California rains have created dramatic sinkholes, but dangerous voids can remain unseen below a cap of pavement. Our proprietary equipment and software, built upon a dozen patents, can solve the puzzle of the underground by accurately scanning to 6 feet depth, at traffic speeds up to 60 mph.
No traffic control required for most activities.
With 37 years of success and experience in detecting sinkholes and large potholes before they collapse, and precisely mapping unknown underground utilities before excavation, our core company mission “To Protect Lives and Livelihoods” is now guiding our work in California and other global markets.
Gensai GEO SEARCH and Proactive Disaster Mitigation: www.geosearch-usa.com , www.geosearch.co.jp
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Working Group is comprised of GIS staff of SBCCOG member cities and other public agencies. Group members work to advance the use of GIS technology including spatial information or data visualization in city operations through education and information sharing, as well as coordinating joint projects. Contact Shawn Fujioka, shawn@southbaycities.org.
GTrans, the City of Gardena’s Department of Transportation, has been providing safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious transportation services for over 85 years. Through a steadfast commitment to community engagement and sustainable development, GTrans offers a range of transportation solutions, including traditional fixed-route services and innovative transit options such as Bolt Powered by GTrans, which includes both general on-demand and paratransit service. For more information, please visit RideGTrans.com.
GTrans | City of Gardena | 13999 S. Western Avenue | Gardena, CA 90249 | (310) 965-8888
Kosmont Companies (“Kosmont”), certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Business Enterprise (SBE), is a nationally recognized real estate, finance, and economic development services firm founded in 1986 by Chairman & CEO Larry J. Kosmont. For four decades, Kosmont has provided advisory and transaction services to hundreds of public agencies and private sector clients, offering a full spectrum of expertise in real estate and financial advisory, market and fiscal analysis, retail advisory, special district analysis and formation (EIFD/CRIA/CRD/CFD), Surplus Land Act (SLA) compliance, negotiation assistance, deal structuring, project finance, and implementation services.
Kosmont also delivers integrated services through two affiliated and independent firms: Kosmont Realty (“KR”), a full-service licensed real estate brokerage (certified MBE), and Kosmont Financial Services (“KFS”), a comprehensive public finance advisory firm registered with the SEC & MSRB (certified MBE). Together, these entities provide clients with seamless solutions that span real estate/land use, finance, brokerage, and economic development.
What sets Kosmont apart is our deep understanding of how economics and land use shape projects, as well as our expertise with both public agency (tax-exempt/taxable) and private sector financing programs.
Kosmont’s Mission Statement is the pursuit of four pillars of strength: Innovation, Integration, Integrity, and Intelligence. We are on the cutting edge of products and services; we achieve financial success for our public and private sector clients; we are committed to community prosperity and quality of life; and our professional standards are of the highest caliber.
The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts (LACSD) are a public agency focused on converting waste into resources like recycled water, energy and recycled materials. The agency consists of 24 independent special districts serving about 5.5 million people in Los Angeles County. Our Mission is to protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management and, in doing so, convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy, and recycled materials.
For more information, contact LACSD at 562-908-4288, ext. 2301 or visit our website at www.lacsd.org or [email protected].
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) is a consortium of 26 cities and water districts providing drinking water to nearly 19 million people in Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties. The mission of the MWD is to provide its service area with adequate and reliable supplies of high-quality water to meet present and future needs in an environmentally and economically responsible way. Metropolitan currently delivers an average of 1.7 billion gallons of water daily to a 5,200-square-mile service area.
Metropolitan is partnering with the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts on Pure Water Southern California. This regional water recycling program would purify, and reuse cleaned wastewater that currently flows into the ocean. At full scale, Pure Water Southern California would produce 150 million gallons of purified water each day. Several countries worldwide and many communities across Southern California use recycled water to replenish groundwater basins that eventually supply water for drinking and other applications. For more information, contact Charles Gale at 213-445-5190 or [email protected]; Website: www.mwdh2o.com.
The Office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn proudly serves the residents of the Fourth Supervisorial District, which includes the Harbor Area, Gateway Cities, and parts of Southeast Los Angeles and the South Bay. As a dedicated advocate for our communities, Supervisor Hahn focuses on improving public safety, enhancing infrastructure, expanding access to quality healthcare, addressing homelessness, and supporting small businesses.
At the South Bay Cities Council of Governments General Assembly, our team is here to connect with local leaders and residents, provide information about County programs and services, and hear directly from the community about the issues that matter most. Whether you need assistance with County services, have questions about policy initiatives, or want to learn about available resources, we are here to help.
For more information, please contact: Office of Supervisor Janice Hahn | (310) 519-6021 | [email protected] | hahn.lacounty.gov
Senator Allen represents the 24th District covering the Westside, Hollywood, South Bay, and Santa Monica Mountains communities of LA County. Senator Allen chairs the Senate’s Energy, Utilities & Communications Committee, the Legislature’s Joint Committee on the Arts, and co-chairs the Legislature’s Environmental Caucus. He also serves as Chair of the Senate Special Committee on International Sporting Events: Olympics, Paralympics, and World Cup Soccer, and is a member of the Legislative Jewish Caucus. Visit our website https://sd24.senate.ca.gov/ for more information.
The Retired Public Employees’ Association of California (RPEA), originally known as Retired State Government Employees’ Association (RSGEA), was formed on September 15, 1958. Its prime objective was to form an organization to secure improvements in retirement allowances from the State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS).
In 1960 the State Employees’ Retirement System expanded its field of membership to include public agency and school district employees and retirees and therefore changed its name to Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), and thus became the only such association to represent all CalPERS retirees.
The Retired State Government Employees Association also changed its name to Retired Public Employees Association of California (RPEA) and expanded its field of membership in accordance with the PERS action.
The first Chapters were 001 Norwalk, 002 San Francisco, 003 Stockton and 004 Sacramento. The Association’s first aim was to increase membership to influence the legislature in California.
For more than 150 years, SoCalGas has served Central and Southern California as a responsible and engaged environmental leader, employer and neighbor. Southern California is our home, too. We strive to improve the quality of life in our communities by maintaining a diverse workforce, working with suppliers that represent and reflect the communities we serve and giving back through our charitable contributions and employee volunteer activities.
As the nation’s largest natural gas distribution utility, we deliver increasingly clean, safe and reliable energy to 21.1 million consumers through 5.9 million meters in more than 500 communities.
Our service territory encompasses approximately 24,000 square miles in diverse terrain throughout Central and Southern California, from Visalia to the Mexican border.
The South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) is a joint powers authority government agency of 16 cities and Los Angeles County that shares the goal of maximizing the quality of life and productivity of the South Bay subregion of Los Angeles. South Bay cities and the county maintain the qualities and characteristics that make them unique and independent, while collectively addressing issues of common interest for a greater good. Overseen by a board of directors of city and county elected officials, the SBCCOG conducts business through committees and working groups, which include elected officials & staff, government partners, and members of the community. Important to program implementation is the SBCCOG volunteer program in which volunteers support research, data collection, community events, and general office support.
Come to our table to learn more about the SBCCOG’s programs including Transportation (Measure R, Measure M, Local Travel Network); Technology (South Bay Fiber Network); Energy and Water Conservation; Land Use and Climate Action Planning; Homeless and Senior Services, and more. A video montage reflecting on SBCCOG’s recent work will be shared during the program. The SBCCOG will also have dedicated exhibits for the South Bay Environmental Services Center, South Bay Local Travel Network & South Bay Fiber Network, Energy Efficiency & Climate Action Planning, the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Working Group, and the Homeless and Senior Services Programs. For more information, please see the “What is the COG” handout that is included in your registration materials. Website: www.southbaycities.org | Phone: 310-371-7222 | Email: [email protected]. SBCCOG program exhibits include:
South Bay Local Travel Network and South Bay Fiber Network: The South Bay Local Travel Network is a project being implemented in partnership with South Bay cities designed to safely accommodate zero-emission micromobility vehicles (including e-bikes, bikes, e-scooters, neighborhood electric vehicles, and more) on existing slow-speed neighborhood streets to reach local destinations. The proposed 243-mile network will eventually connect the South Bay with streets marked by “rolling turtle” signs that notify users they are using the network and alert vehicles that they are sharing the road with micromobility users. Contact Anne Tsai, [email protected]. Visit southbaycities.org/programs/local-travel-network.
The South Bay Fiber Network (SBFN) is an award-winning, fiber-optic network developed by the SBCCOG. It provides the critical infrastructure to enable high-speed, low-cost internet connectivity for South Bay cities and other public agencies. The SBFN was made possible through a public/private partnership created by the SBCCOG. Its broadband infrastructure currently provides an essential public asset and resource to 43 municipal and agency sites in the South Bay and will be providing opportunities to bridge the “digital divide” in communities underserved with broadband. It also lays the groundwork to eventually extend a low-cost comprehensive network to residents and businesses throughout the Southwest Los Angeles region. Contact Jake Romoff, [email protected]. Visit southbaycities.org/programs/south-bay-fiber-network
Homeless and Senior Services: The SBCCOG’s award-winning Functional Zero Street Homelessness Program helps South Bay cities move individuals off the streets and into housing as quickly as possible through a coordinated, regional approach. By leveraging Federal, State, County and Measure A Local Solutions Fund resources, the SBCCOG Homeless Services Team administers programs that support outreach, housing navigation, interim and permanent housing placements, and housing stabilization.
SBCCOG manages multiple programs that support individuals experiencing homelessness and those at risk of losing housing. These include the innovative Client Aid Program, which provides just-in-time financial assistance such as security deposits, rental assistance, transportation costs, and application fees to help individuals secure or maintain housing. The SBCCOG also administers renter protection and homelessness prevention assistance to help households stabilize housing.
The SBCCOG provides regional coordination, technical assistance, and program administration for South Bay cities, ensuring resources are deployed efficiently and aligned with local priorities. The Homeless Services Task Force and Senior Services Working Group are comprised of city leaders and service providers and convene every two months to discuss regional strategies, funding opportunities, and State and Federal updates impacting homelessness and senior services. For more information contact: Ronson Chu at [email protected] or Addy Ajijolaiya at [email protected]. Visit: southbaycities.org/programs/homeless-services-in-the-south-bay.
South Bay Environmental Services Center (SBESC): The South Bay Environmental Services Center (SBESC) is a program of the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG). SBESC works in partnership with LA County Metro, Sanitation Districts of LA County, Southern California Gas Company, Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN), Water Replenishment District, and West Basin Municipal Water District. SBESC provides information and implements programs focused on energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and shared mobility. These programs serve businesses, residents, and government agencies throughout the South Bay region. Staff and volunteers participate in more than 100 community events each year, providing education and resources on energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainability programs. For more information, contact Martha Segovia, [email protected]. Visit: southbaycities.org/programs/environmental-services-center.
Energy Efficiency and Climate Action Planning: The SBCCOG Energy Efficiency team works with public agencies to implement energy- and money-saving programs through LA County, SoCalGas, and the Southern California Regional Energy Network. Programs include Facility Equipment Inventorying, Kits for Kids implementation, the South Bay Energy and Climate Recognition Program, hosting Energy Managers Working Groups, Commercial Direct Install Program implementation, Climate Action & Adaptation planning, inventorying Greenhouse Gas Emissions, city facility benchmarking, and connecting local governments, businesses, and residents with resources and rebates. Contact Eleanor Murphy, [email protected]. Visit southbaycities.org/programs/energy-efficiency.
The South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) provides no-cost workforce development services that connect residents of the greater Los Angeles South Bay region to training and employment opportunities while supporting local business growth. Through its four One-Stop Business and Career Centers the SBWIB offers residents in 11 South Bay cities with access to education training and employment services designed to open new doors to career opportunities.
Mission Statement: Using the most cost-effective services and demand driven strategies, our mission is to build a world-class workforce through strategic alliances with business, education and community partners. Vision Statement: The SBWIB will promote an innovative workforce development system that supports job retention and creation, and accelerates economic growth in the South Bay region. Learn more: www.sbwib.org.
Southern California Edison, an Edison International Company, servicing over 50,000 miles of service territory.
Established in 1940, Torrance Transit System is a municipal transportation agency that serves the public in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, totaling 108 square miles. Our network consists of twelve (12) fixed-routes that extend to many areas outside of the City of Torrance, including the neighboring cities of Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Carson, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, El Segundo, Lawndale, Lomita, Compton, Wilmington, Harbor City and the City of Los Angeles including unincorporated areas under the jurisdiction of Los Angeles County. Flyers and display information regarding Torrance Transit fixed route buses, micro transit and employment opportunities will be available. We will also have Connect Torrance Minivan on display along with giveaways. To learn more about our service, please visit Transit.TorranceCA.Gov
Transtech is a full-service municipal consulting firm passionately serving public agencies since 1989. Our team’s multi-disciplinary expertise spans across City Engineering, Construction Management, Building & Safety, and more. As a trusted community partner, we’re committed to transforming your projects into community milestones.
The Water Replenishment District (WRD) has been managing and protecting groundwater resources for over 60 years. WRD manages two of the most utilized groundwater basins in the nation which provide nearly half of the drinking water for 4 million residents in the 43 cities of southern Los Angeles County. Through WRD’s Water Independence Now (WIN) Program, the District has developed a resilient and locally sustainable source of water for groundwater replenishment. WRD operates four water treatment facilities including two advanced water purification facilities, a groundwater desalter, and a perchlorate clean up facility. WRD is working to double the capacity of the groundwater desalter in the City of Torrance; this will provide a new drinking water supply for the South Bay while increasing drought resilience for the region. Please visit us online at www.wrd.org.
West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) is a wholesale water agency that serves nearly one million people in 17 cities and unincorporated areas in Los Angeles County. West Basin provides imported drinking water, recycled water, and conservation and education programs. Through its Water for Tomorrow Program, West Basin is committed to protecting, diversifying, and securing our water supply for the future while continuing a history of innovation and industry leadership.