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Since my election to the Assembly in 2018, I have advocated for solutions that are focused and have proven to be successful at keeping people housed and off of our streets.
My AB 2564 does just that by protecting senior citizens and disabled citizens from being priced out of their homes due to high property taxes through a program called the Senior Citizens and Disabled Citizens Property Tax Postponement Fund.
I am grateful to the State Controller's Office for working with me on this bill, and will continue to provide updates on the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process.
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.
Kamau Kenyatta
My community spotlight this week is Kamau Kenyatta, a Grammy-award winning music producer, pianist, and saxophonist. Born in Michigan, he currently lives in #AD77 and is a professor of jazz music at UCSD. He served as the musical director of Blues Schoolhouse at the International House of Blues in San Diego, which is a music education program for middle-school children, and then joined the Music Department at the California State Summer School for the Arts, where he served as Department Co-Chair from 2010-2011. He has toured over 20 countries with artists such as The Supremes, New Kids on the Block, Oscar Brown, Jr., Silk, SWV, and the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band. In honor of this year's Black History Month theme of "African Americans and the Arts," it is my pleasure to recognize Kamau Kenyatta this week!
Papaya Veterinary Care Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
#TeamTasha joined the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the grand opening of Papaya Veterinary Care's new emergency hospital in Encinitas. Papaya Veterinary Care provides a variety of services, from routine wellness exams to urgent care and surgeries. Congratulations on the opening of your new space!
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.
City of San Diego Emergency Response Grants for Small Business and Nonprofits
The City of San Diego has launched an emergency grant program for small businesses and local nonprofits impacted by the recent storms that hit the San Diego area. The Business Emergency Response & Resilience Grant will provide up to $5,000 to businesses and nonprofits with storm recovery-related expenses.
The program will be accepting applications until February 27, 2024. Those interested in applying can visit this website for more information and to apply for the grant.
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!
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.
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 replacing turf and other retrofitting projects - click the link below to learn more about rebates and ways you can be more water wise.
