RECOMMEND appointment of a delegate and alternate delegate to the California Association of Councils of Government, for consideration by the Agency Board of Directors. 

The California Association of Councils of Government (CalCOG) is a statewide association representing approximately 45 councils of government and regional planning agencies, including the Transportation Agency for Monterey County.  Delegates meet three times a year. Former TAMC Board member Jerry Edelen served as the delegate and Board member Simon Salinas served as the alternate delegate.   

CalCOG works to ensure the success of its members by facilitating communication and information sharing between members, other local officials, state and federal agencies, and the public. Most members are formed as councils of governments representing joint powers agreements of cities and counties, while others, such as the Transportation Agency for Monterey County, are regional transportation agencies created by statute. All members are governed by locally-elected officials chosen by their peers. Participation in CalCOG is valuable as a forum for exchange ideas and providing input through a recognized collective voice. 

Representatives to the CalCOG Board are expected to attend three meetings per year.  In 2019, these meetings are: 

• Regional Issues Forum – 2 ½ days, (2019 held in Yosemite, late March),
• Board meeting - May 29, 2019 in Sacramento,
• Board meeting – November 7, 2019 (location TBD)

Staff seeks a recommendation from the Executive Committee to present to the Board of Directors.