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8A Page 5 Riverside officials said they were pleased that Luther had recognized their efforts and they pledged to work with the state to further sustainabilityin California. "It shows that we are doing more than just talking about going green," Riverside Council Member Frank Schiavone said. "We're actually doing something about it." Luther's visit coincided with an update the same night of the city's progress in carrying out of the goals of its Clean and Green Sustainable Riverside Action Plan. The plan is divided into seven categories encompassing such topics as energy, greenhouse gas emissions, waste reduction, urban design, urban nature, transportation and water. Of the plan's 38 action items, 34 are either completed or on target, and the remaining four items have been updated for further completion. "Riverside has come a long way," said Tim Maloney, a local landscape architect and member of a group of citizens that provides input on the plan. Established in 1895, Riverside Public Utilities is a consumer-owned water and electric utility governed by a Board of nine community volunteers that provides high quality, reliable services to over 106,000 metered electric customers and 63,400 metered water customers throughout the city of Riverside. The utifity is committed to increased use of renewable energy resources and sustainable living practices that help reduce environmental impacts within the city of Riverside and the state of California. For more information on our green events, go to: www.oreenriverside.com . 2009 League of California Cities Planners Institute, March 25 - 27 Don't miss out on this year's Planners Institute, filled with educational sessions designed to meet the priorities of planning professionals, as well as invaluable strategy sessions and networking opportunities. The Institute will be held on March 25-27 in Anaheim at the Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. You will want to attend if you are a: Planning Director, Redevelopment Director, Planning Commissioner, Planning Staff. Community Development Director, Mayor or Council Member. Mark your calendar to come see Keynote Speaker Van Jones, the Founder/CEO of Green For All in Oakland. Jones testified before Congress at a hearing on Jan. 15 focused on creating jobs and stimulating the economy through renewable energy and energy efficiency. Jones' testimony can be read at http://www.oreenforall.ora/bloa/green-for-aU-testifies-before-congress-areen-the- sf! muJus-and-create-a-clean-energy-corps#testimonv-before-the-select. Below are featured workshops you won't want to miss! . California Environmental Quality Act 101 (CEQA Basics) . Preparing and Adopting Effective General Plans . Using Prop 1 C and Other State Funds to Achieve Housing Element Goals . Urban Design: What Cities Can Do for You and What You Can Do for Your City . Group Homes vs. The Neighborhood - Can They Get Along? . Planning Cities for a New Era . 58375 - the Intersection of Climate Change, Land Use and Transportation . Housing Elements and Housing Laws: What Every Commissioner Should Know . Development Blueprint: A Look at Mixed-Use in Downtown Anaheim . Practical Solutions for Production of Affordable Workforce Housing . Using Performance Measurement to Deliver Efficient Quality Development Review Services . Best Practices in Local Affordable Multi-family Housing Preservation Strategies . Bridging the Gap: City Planning and Available Water Supplies 5