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9.42Z GREAT VALLEY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE TO HOLD AUGUST SESSION IN YOSEMITE The Great Valley Leadership Institute (GVLI) is calling for nominations to its third session, to be held at the Tenaya Lodge near Yosemite, August 13-17,2003. Faculty from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government will facilitate the program, which is designed to advance the personal development and leadership potential of local officials in the Central Valley. Thirty participants for the five -day retreat will be selected from nominations submitted by members of their community or colleagues in local government. One year of service as a mayor, city council member or county supervisor in the Central Valley is required. The GVLI aims for a diverse representation of urban and rural officials, and boasts participants from "Bakersfield to Redding." The GVLI provides an opportunity for local officials to become more thoughtful, successful leaders and engage in a stimulating program about community leadership with a value base. The distinguished faculty and diverse political figures in attendance will also provide a marvelous opportunity to network and communicate with accomplished colleagues. Details on the program and nomination process are available at www.csufresno.edu/maddy or by phoning the Maddy Institute at CSU Fresno at (559) 278 -5412. CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION PROVIDES INCENTIVE LOANS FOR ENERGY SAVING PROJECTS The California Energy Commission is providing low- interest loans to cities, counties and special districts for energy saving projects. Loans are offered at 3.95 percent interest for the installation o energy management systems, renewable energy projects and energy - saving lighting, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems. The Energy Commission will lower the interest rate to 3.85 percent for projects that are completed and invoiced within nine months. Energy audits and feasibility studies are also eligible for assistance from the Energy Commission but must be repaid within two years. For complete information on loans, or to download an application, go to www. energy .ca.gov /efficiency /financing/ index.html or phone (800) 555 -7794. LEAGUE GRASSROOTS IN ACTION • League Executive Director Chris McKenzie joined Steve Sza /ey, Executive Direc- tor of CSAC, Susan Lange, (Deputy Superinten- dent Cal /fomin Department of Education) and Diane Cummins (Budget and Policy Director for Senator Burton), as a panelist on the state bud- get, at San Mateo County's 34th Progress Semi- nar last week. Working in conjunction with Steve Szaley, he presented a realistic overview of the current budget problems, and how cities and the League are grappling with the uncertainty caused by inaction in Sacramento. During the four break -out sessions, he focused his remarks on cities' response to the budget crisis; LOCAL'S recommendations for dealing with the issues; the League's working group on fiscal reform; and protection of local revenues. The Progress Seminar, attended by 287 repre- sentatives from local government, business, labor and community groups, is presented by the Red- wood City /San Mateo County Chamber of Com- merce, in conjunction with other San Mateo County chambers. Other local government panelists included Palo Alto City Councilmember Duane Bay, San Carlos Community Development Direc- tor Leslie Sayoko Parks, Redwood City City Manager Ed Everett and Daly City Director of Water Resources Patrick Sweeney. • The Implementing Proposition 46 Work- shop, which was co- sponsored by the San Diego and Imperial Divisions and the San Diego Hous- ing Federation on April 10th was a success. Over 50 people attended the workshop including city staff from San Diego and Imperial Counties, San Diego Association of Government, non - profit housing advocates from throughout San Diego as well as agencies serving clients in San Diego, Imperial and Riverside counties. Also present were staff from Senator Denise Ducheny's office (Senator Ducheny Chairs Senate Housing Commit- tee) and Assemblymember Christine Kehoe's office. Regional Representative Catherine Hill will be following up by sending the handouts and material provided by HCD and CaIHFA to cities who were unable to attend the workshop. PAGE 2 /PRIORITY FOCUS Visit the League's Official Web Site-- www.cacities.org