Media

  • Honoring the Legacy of Lorraine H. Boyce, Escondido’s First Female Mayor

    At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, we took a moment to honor and remember Lorraine H. Boyce, Escondido’s first female mayor (1974-1976), who passed away at the age of 98.

  • Honoring Bob Stacey: A Firefighter’s Courageous Battle and Advocacy

    Today, we had the privilege of honoring Bob Stacey, a retired Fire Captain from the Vista Fire Department and a proud member of the International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 4107.

  • Strengthening San Diego’s Fire Preparedness

    Over the past several weeks, I’ve heard from countless San Diegans asking the same critical questions: Could what happened in Los Angeles happen here? Are our reservoirs full? Is our brush cleared? Do we have enough water resources to combat a firestorm?

  • Addressing California's Insurance Crisis

    It's extremely concerning how the insurance crisis in California is impacting our communities. Many homeowners are finding themselves without coverage or facing skyrocketing premiums due to the policies implemented by the Insurance Commissioner’s office.

  • A Special Election for District 1

    Yesterday, I made the motion—which was unanimously approved—to hold a special election for the District 1 Supervisor seat, formerly held by Supervisor Nora Vargas.

  • It's Time to Reopen Our Beaches

    San Diegans have been unable to enjoy their beaches for far too long. In Imperial Beach, our beaches have been closed for over a thousand days. Coronado, a prime tourist destination, is facing the same crisis

  • What’s Next for SANDAG?

    As we turn our attention to 2025, we must ask a critical question: What’s next for SANDAG?

    The November failure of the half-cent sales tax initiative, designed to fund public transportation projects, was a pivotal moment. 

  • Stop the Secret Placement of Sexually Violent Predators

    Over the past few years, the State of California, along with Liberty Healthcare, has placed some of the most dangerous criminals—Sexually Violent Predators (SVPs)—into communities throughout San Diego County.

  • Protecting San Diego Families and Neighborhoods

    Last week, I shared with you that my colleagues on the Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 (I was the lone no vote) to designate San Diego County as a "Super Sanctuary County".

  • New Guidelines for Battery Energy Storage Systems

    Over the past year, we’ve discussed extensively the challenges and risks associated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), particularly their safety concerns when located near homes and sensitive areas.