WRCOG Executive Director Dr. Wilson (presented as "Wilson" in the transcript) told the executive committee about upcoming events and recent honors for the organization, including a zero-emission vehicle forum on Aug. 27 that will feature an electric dump truck and street sweeper from Moreno Valley and an electric bus manufacturer from "Haruba Valley" (as transcribed), items tied to grants previously approved by member agencies.

"Coming up on August 27 will be the zero emission vehicle forum, which, within that world is, gonna be a very big event," Wilson said, noting the forum will display technologies funded through WRCOG grant programs. He told members the showcased electric dump truck and street sweeper were results of a grant the committee had approved months earlier.

Wilson also reported WRCOG’s recent recognition from outside organizations, including an award from the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce for "supportive organization of the year" and an award from the California Stormwater Quality Association for outstanding stormwater-management programs. He credited staff work in both achievements.

The executive director highlighted staff professional development: Sofia Hernandez completed a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from UC Irvine, and Olivia Sanchez completed advanced study related to solid-waste programs; Wilson said Sanchez may be addressed as "Dr. Olivia Sanchez" going forward. Wilson also announced that Princess Hester has notified WRCOG of plans to retire later this year.

Separately, TAC (Technical Advisory Committee) chair Ms. Marmontis reported that the July TAC meeting was canceled and the next TAC meeting is scheduled for Aug. 21. A SANDAG representative summarized a regional sand replenishment project, coastal erosion concerns and new air-mobility/drone demonstrations; she said the project and related work will continue and that a September SANDAG meeting will follow up.

No committee action was required on these reports; Wilson asked members to note the dates and staff accomplishments.