Deadline nears for new Valley COG job

The newly created San Fernando Valley Council of Governments is seeking proposals from individuals or consultancies to become the group’s first executive director, managing and directing its business affairs. The deadline for proposals for the part-time post is Wednesday, September 15.

The San Fernando Valley COG, created in May, is a Joint Powers Authority that brings together under one roof five Valley area cities—Burbank, Glendale, San Fernando, Los Angeles and Santa Clarita—as well as county unincorporated areas. Other cities may join in the future.

The new coalition is seeking to create more regional identity and clout among the municipalities that represent the area’s 2 million residents. Its board is comprised of representatives from each city and the two L.A. County supervisorial districts that represent the Valley. Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky was named board chairman. The board will attempt to forge regional consensus on issues such as economic development and transportation.

The executive director would work with the board to develop programs and priorities, seek grants and other revenue and act as a liaison for the group with outside governments and agencies. The COG budget includes about $48,000 for the Executive Director position. Details about the duties and opportunities of the position are specified in the request for proposals, which can be viewed here.

Posted 9-8-10