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It's that time of year again to nominate exceptional women in #AD77 for my annual Women of Impact Awards Ceremony! Each year during Women's History Month, my office holds this ceremony to spotlight the work of extraordinary women in the 77th Assembly District.
To submit a nomination, please visit my website and complete the form under the "2024 Women of Impact Nominations" tab. Nominations will be accepted until March 1, 2024.
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.
April Hill
February is Black History Month, and I want to recognize the work of April Hill, the Director of People and Culture for the Downtown San Diego Partnership. In her role, she uses her expertise in organizational leadership and human resources to maintain the talent and culture of the Downtown Partnership. She keeps them on track with their mission to maintain the economic prosperity and cultural vitality of Downtown San Diego. Thank you April for all that you do!
Legislative Renter's Caucus State of the Union
This week, the Legislative Renter's Caucus held our first ever Renters State of the Union to discuss the current state of affairs for renters in California. Only five legislators across the entire State Senate and Assembly are renters, and we are committed to advocating for policies that meet the needs of renters statewide. #CALeg
Proposed Plastic Bag Ban
Today I joined my colleagues Senators Blakespear and Allen to announce legislation to ban the use of plastic bags in grocery stores and retail food vendors. Plastic bags are difficult to recycle and release toxic contaminants into our water, soil, and wildlife when they eventually break down. I am grateful for the leadership of my colleagues and I look forward to continuing to support this effort to protect California's environment and its residents. #CALeg
Select Committee on the Social Determinants of Health
Last week I joined my colleague Dr. Akilah Weber for a meeting of the Select Committee on the Social Determinants of Health to examine how environmental factors affect individual and community health.
This topic is extremely relevant in #AD77, which includes the water all the way down to the Mexican border, where we are seeing high levels of toxic untreated sewage spilling into our ocean and becoming aerosolized into the air we breathe. I was honored to advocate for the residents of my district in our fight to address this ongoing crisis, and to hear from experts on the issue.
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce Rising Star Breakfast
#TeamTasha presented certificates of recognition to five outstanding high school seniors this week at the Encinitas Chamber of Commerce's Rising Star Breakfast. Each month, one senior from five local public high schools is nominated as a Rising Star of the Month for their academic, athletic, or extracurricular achievements and recognized for their efforts by the Chamber.
Congratulations to this month's Rising Stars Sheila Menon, Cordi Henigan, Lochland McStravick, Ginger Sage, and Maya Alam!
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!
Cal Volunteers: Connecting Neighbors to Neighbors Grant Program is Accepting Applications!
Several Cal Volunteers grant programs are now accepting applications! The Connecting Neighbors to Neighbors program is accepting applications from local governments looking to improve their ongoing partnerships with non-profits and community organizations to increase programming and service to the surrounding communities. The deadline to apply for this program is February 9, 2024. Please click here for application materials and more information.
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!
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.
