We bid farewell at today's Board of Supervisors meeting and paid tribute to the late Dave Kreitzer. A man of exceptional character, Dave's impact on our community and environment was unparalleled.

A few weeks ago, I shared a successful story about legislation that we passed addressing individuals who have conquered addiction and are now seeking stable housing.

I initiated action for the Board to take an official position and action to oppose the income-based, fixed-rate electricity proposal. Unfortunately, my colleagues voted against this and are in favor of charging people for electricity based on their income.

The Board of Supervisors approved allocating another $3 million for migrant services. I was the lone "no" vote, as this is no way to run a government. The County has already spent $3 million in local dollars, which ran out in less than three months.

Today, we gathered to honor and recognize the remarkable work of Hillel of San Diego, particularly the chapter at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM). Since its establishment in 1992, Hillel has played an instrumental role in fostering a sense of community for nearly 3,000 Jewish students pursuing higher education in San Diego. This includes students from San Diego State University, University of California San Diego, University of San Diego, and CSUSM.

We are excited to inform you about the latest development regarding transparency and accountability in our county's governance. 

As a Navy Veteran, I extend my heartfelt wishes to all fellow Veterans in San Diego in anticipation of the upcoming Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11th.

It's no secret that homelessness is the most pressing issue in our state and county. While we are undoubtedly one of the most prosperous countries in human history, the sight of thousands of individuals living on our streets remains unacceptable. We can and must do better.

The world of high school football lost a true legend last week when Robert "Chick" Embrey, a revered coach at Escondido High School, passed away at 96. While his physical presence may have left us, his legacy and impact on the lives of countless individuals remain indelible.

Today's Board of Supervisors meeting in San Diego County was more than another routine session. It was a day filled with celebration and recognition as the board came together to honor a remarkable young athlete who has made the county proud.