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Our summer district work period is wrapping up, which means I’ll be back in Sacramento next week advocating on behalf of all of you!

Now, the final push begins to ensure the bills we’ve worked on this year make their way to the Governor’s desk for his consideration.

From protecting water ratepayers to providing affirming homes for LGBTQIA+ youth, there’s a lot at stake and I’m hopeful we will make these policies a reality in the weeks to come.

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.

Recycling in Canada

This past week, I was in Canada with the California Foundation on the Environment and the Economy (CFEE) learning about best practices in recycling! We started in Vancouver, B.C. where we saw some innovative operations at a variety of facilities that handled everything from standard residential waste, cans and bottles, drywall, and construction debris recycling, as well as the world's leading carbon removal facility that is literally taking yesterday's CO2 out of the air to reduce GHGs.

Calgary was a great experience! We learned about their plastic, can, and bottle recycling logistics, as well as chemical plastic recycling to increase the amount of recycled plastic in packaging, composting, and recycling asphalt.

Banff was the final stop in our recycling education tour. We met the awesome 36 year old Mayor and staff who shared with us how they will achieve their waste diversion target of 70% by 2028, moving them closer to zero waste. Their Library of Things was a fantastic example on how to reduce hard to recycle items, as was their pallet-to-biomass heating system. So much to learn from a stunning small town!

Thank you, Canada, for sharing your innovation and inspiring us to do more in California!

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Metropolitan Transit System

#TeamTasha joined other legislative staff members for a workshop and tour with the Metropolitan Transit System! Unlike most other counties, San Diego County is only serviced by two public transit agencies, MTS and NCTD.

Keeping San Diego County connected is not an easy task, and it is made possible, in part, by trained dispatchers in these impressive control rooms helping buses and trollies navigate their routes safely and efficiently.

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Everytable La Jolla

#TeamTasha paid a visit to Everytable La Jolla to celebrate their grand opening of their fifth location! Their goal is to bring healthy, nutritious, and affordable food to every community they serve. To keep their prices affordable, they are based on the median income of the five communities they have stores in: Chula Vista, Vista, College Area, La Jolla, and Miramar. They also have partnerships with local nonprofits such as the Regional Task Force on Homelessness, the County of San Diego, People Assisting the Homeless, and more!

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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 Suleyma Balderas at suleyma.balderas@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.