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This year, I was honored to join Equality California in celebrating their 25th anniversary in Sacramento at their annual Equality Awards.
Equality California is the largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization in the country, and I have been lucky to work with them on my bill that would provide LGBTQ+ affirming transitional housing for homeless youth, now known as AB 2007.
I am grateful for the work of Equality California and wish them success in their future endeavors!
Cheers,
Assemblymember Tasha Boerner
Assemblymember, 77th District
P.S. My office is available every day to talk with you about your concerns or help connect you with resources. You can reach us at (858) 481-7704 or Assemblymember.Boerner@assembly.ca.gov.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Julie co*ker
For the final community spotlight of Black History Month, I would like to recognize Julie co*ker, the President & CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority! She joined SDTA in March of 2020 during one of the most difficult times for the tourism industry and steered the organization through the pandemic and back to pre-pandemic staffing levels, with record high marketing returns, and a 93% retention rate among SDTA members. In January of 2023, she was appointed to serve on the U.S. Department of Commerce's U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board, and has received a series of awards and recognitions for her work not only in the tourism industry, but as a civic leader giving back to her community. We are fortunate to have Julie here in #AD77, and I am thankful for the work that she does for the San Diego region!
CAPITOL HIGHLIGHTS
Equality California 25th Anniversary Equality Awards Ceremony
Yesterday, I joined Equality California in celebrating their 25th Anniversary Equality Awards, honoring inspirational leaders and LGBTQ+ allies in Sacramento working to improve the lives of the LGBTQ+ community.
Congratulations to the award recipients - the California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus, Noel Mora of the Natomas Unified School District, and Michael Vargas of the Elk Grove Unified School District! #CALeg
DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS
San Diego Chinese New Year Fair
Thank you to the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association - San Diego (CCBA) for another great year of bringing this cultural celebration to Downtown San Diego. Since the 1800s, our community has been enriched through the early settlers of Chinese Americans who left a legacy of tradition, education, and positive impact.
Wishing you happiness and health in the Year of the Dragon!
Oceanside - Brooks Street Swim Center Re-Opening
#TeamTasha joined the City of Oceanside Parks & Recreation Department for the grand re-opening of the Brooks Street Swim Center this week! When I represented Oceanside in 2021, I was eager to assist them in revitalizing this community cornerstone when I secured $600,000 in state funding for the project.
I am thrilled that my team was able to join the City of Oceanside in celebrating the completion of this project!
GET INVOLVED
California State Summer School for the Arts is Accepting Applications for their Summer Session!
Every summer, California State Summer School for the Arts welcomes over 500 high school students to explore their love of the creative arts in a month-long program designed to make the arts affordable and accessible to all students.
They are now accepting applications for the 2024 summer session for students in grades 8 through 12. The application deadline is February 29th, 2024 at 6:00 pm PST, so apply today at csssa.ca.gov!
County of San Diego Grants Available!
The office of Supervisor Lawson-Remer is accepting grant applications to support the critical work of nonprofits in District 3. Click these links to download the applications and learn more about the Neighborhood Reinvestment Program and Community Enhancement Program. For more information please reach out to Evan Bridgham at evan.bridgham@sdcounty.ca.gov.
Assembly District 77: Internship Program
My office is now accepting applications for our Internship Program, located at my District Office in Solana Beach. The internship is open to all individuals with an interest in learning more about state government and public service while building professional skills.
Interns will work as unpaid volunteers with flexible part-time hours. This role requires a three-month commitment, with flexible part-time hours and flexible start/end dates.
If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to Field Representative Mariah Kallhoff at Mariah.Kallhoff@asm.ca.gov with the subject line "AD77 Internship Application: [Last Name]."
Applications will be accepted year-round. Please share this opportunity with anyone you think may make a good fit!
RESOURCE BULLETIN
U.S. Small Business Administration Business Recovery Center
The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened a Business Recovery Center, located in National City, for businesses that were impacted by the storms and flooding in early January. SBA staff will be on site Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm to help business owners access key recovery services and low-interest loans.
For more information, please visit SBA.gov/disaster or call 800-659-2955.
Claim Your California Earned Income Tax Credit
The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) offers financial support for low-income, working Californians. It has boosted the incomes of hundreds of thousands of families since it began. If you were self-employed or have an Individual Tax ID Number, you can now qualify for the CalEITC.
To find out if you qualify for the CalEITC, Young Child Tax Credit, or Foster Youth Tax Credit, visit the Franchise Tax Board's website for more information.
CalKIDS Resources Available
Have you heard about the CalKIDS program? The ScholarShare Investment Board will provide each child born in California, along with eligible low-income public school students, with up to $1,500 to help them start saving for college or career training!
There's a chance your child could already have a CalKIDS account established and you don't even know it - don't let this free savings income go unclaimed! Visit CalKIDS.org to learn more about the program and determine if your child is eligible.
Metrolink Discount for EBT Cardholders
NEW DISCOUNT: California EBT Cardholders qualify for 50% off any Metrolink ticket or pass. Travel to school, work and anywhere else you need to be for less when you #takethetrain.
Tap or click here to learn more.
Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program
Need help on your water bills? The San Diego County Water Authority is partnering with the Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee of San Diego County and Campesinos Unidos, Inc. to help spread awareness of the federal Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program!
The program will pay up to $2,000 in water or wastewater bills for qualified, low-income households, including renters.
Tap or click here to find your local assistance provider and how to contact them!
CA Department of Consumer Affairs Licensed Business Search Tool
Look for the license! Don't jeopardize your safety, money, or peace of mind - use DCA's free online search tool to double-check.
Claim Your EITC Tax Credit
The California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) helps families get more money back on their tax return and has boosted the incomes of hundreds of thousands of families since it began.
To learn more and find out if you qualify, click the button below.
| Estimate Your EITC |
Rebates Available for Water-Saving Upgrades
California residents and business owners can do their part to help the state conserve water by switching to more water-efficient appliances, and there are many rebates available to help with these upgrades.
If you don't need to replace any appliances right now, you can help out by replacing turf and other retrofitting projects - click the link below to learn more about rebates and ways you can be more water wise.
| Browse Rebates |
