We are all too familiar with the devastating impact of suicide, as it has touched the lives of so many in our community. In 2021, San Diego County alone witnessed 364 deaths by suicide, a stark reminder of the urgency and importance of enhanced suicide prevention efforts.

We continue to hear politicians tout buzzwords like equality and equity, as a way to lift people out of poverty. Blame the rich to help the poor, and you’ll continue to get re-elected.

Drowning is a preventable tragedy that claims the lives of far too many individuals, particularly children. In San Diego, we have the privilege of enjoying water activities year-round.

As a country, we must have borders and ensure that those entering the United States do so orderly and humanely. Seeing the recent images of thousands of people making their way through Central America and Mexico is alarming, and I'm concerned the Federal Government is ill-prepared and has not put the resources in place to adequately protect San Diegans and the asylum seeking migrants.

Yesterday, the Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to support a special election to fill the District 4 seat.

San Diego lost a true legend on April 8th, when Herbert C. Meyer passed away while vacationing with his family in Spokane, Washington.

With a heavy heart, we adjourn today's meeting in honor of Arie de Jong Jr, a man whose life embodied the true meaning of faith, family, and community.

Stachetober is usually celebrated in October, but with May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we had the opportunity to honor our brave firefighters for their work.

I am proud to support the collaborative effort between National CORE, the City of San Marcos, and the County of San Diego in completing the reconstruction of the Villa Serena affordable housing community.

Why are we seeing more and more homeless people on the streets? It's a question every San Diegan is asking themselves. Despite billions of dollars being spent, why is the problem only worsening? One of the biggest reasons is the State's approach, Housing First.