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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the strength of the people fighting this disease and increase awareness in our community.
Breast cancer is the second-most common cancer among women in the United States, so be sure to get routine checkups. Early detection and prevention can be the key to catching the disease in its early stages.
To all the people battling breast cancer and your families, I wish you strength and a speedy recovery.
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 (760) 434-7605 or Assemblymember.Boerner@assembly.ca.gov.
| California Biotechnology Foundation Tour |
The life science industry in California is the largest life science industry in the world, leading the way with research and new developments in the field of biotechnology. Massachusetts is another hub for the biotechnology industry in the United States.
This week, I took a trip to Boston with the California Biotechnology Foundation to visit some of Boston's finest life science industries and learn how we can encourage innovative health policies and support biotechnology growth in our own state.
Dr. Olga Vasquez (she/her)
Dr. Olga Vasquez is a professor emerita at UCSD and the Director of La Clase Magica (LCM) - a collaborative, multi-generational, after-school learning, wellness and family strengthening program at Earl Warren Middle School. Dr. Vasquez founded La Clase Magica over 30 years ago and today is part of the prestigious UC Links network administered by the Graduate School of Education at UC Berkeley. Dr. Vasquez's leadership has helped to expand LCM and built partnerships with San Dieguito Union High School District, Solana Beach Library, and the Friends of the Solana Beach Library. New programming engages families and promotes the library as a safe space to acquire information, borrow materials and participate in activities. Dr. Vasquez received her Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1989.
Downtown San Diego Partnership's "Rediscover Downtown"
I had a great time last Thursday joining the Downtown San Diego Partnership at their annual Rediscover Downtown event to celebrate the installation of their new Board of Directors. The Downtown Partnership plays such a huge role in making Downtown what it is today, from activating local spaces to keeping our streets clean and safe. Congratulations to all the new board members!
Certificate Presentation to Coronado High School's Days for Girls Club
The Days for Girls Club at Coronado High School is a chapter of the larger Days for Girls International organization, which strives to achieve menstrual equity across the globe, and to provide education and menstrual health products to women in need.
#TeamTasha provided certificates of recognition to the club's senior members and spoke with them about the importance of being involved in your community and the impacts of their work. Thank you for all that you do!
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Rising Star of the Month Breakfast
#TeamTasha presented certificates of recognition to four outstanding high school students at the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce's monthly Rising Star Breakfast. These students have gone above and beyond in their personal and academic lives and were nominated by their teachers for their achievements. Congratulations to Edric, Maiya, John, and Kyra, and thank you for all that you do to improve #AD77!
Pictured from left to right: Edric Saphire, Maiya Rosetto-Arvizu, John Gruber, Kyra Dominguez
Community Climate Action Day at Liberty Station
Join Assemblymember Boerner, the Mean Green Team, and the CA Climate Action Corps to help beautify NTC Park and the WWII submarine memorial on Saturday, October 28 from 9am - 11am. You can sign up by using this link, and be sure to bring a friend!
City of San Diego: Ocean Beach Pier Survey
Do you live, work, or play in Ocean Beach? Have you visited the iconic Ocean Beach Pier recently? The City of San Diego is looking to hear from residents about the Ocean Beach Pier Renewal Project!
The City has identified three preliminary design concepts for the new pier, and they're looking for feedback on each of the designs. To learn more about the project, you can visit the Pier Renewal Project website, and you can provide your feedback on the proposed options by following the direct link in the flyer above.
Assembly District 77: Internship Program
My office is now accepting applications for our Internship Program, located at my District Office in Carlsbad. 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!
Young Women's Empowerment Network
My office is accepting applications for the Young Women's Empowerment Network! This is a professional development community for our emerging women leaders to learn, grow, seek out opportunities, and improve their leadership skills together.
Please email your completed application and personal statement to: Mariah.Kallhoff@asm.ca.gov.
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.
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 installing turf and other retrofitting projects - click the link below to learn more about rebates and ways you can be more water wise.
