Media

  • An Update on Mr. Fletcher

    It's been a crazy and unfortunate week at the County Board of Supervisors. I wanted to give you an update on the latest regarding Nathan Fletcher.

  • Job Performance Review for SANDAG's Executive Director

    One of the questions I get asked the most is, 'What can I do to stop SANDAG's plan?' This Friday is an important meeting and opportunity. On Friday, the Executive Director at SANDAG, Hasan Ikhrata will have his performance review. If you're like me and feel change is necessary at SANDAG, this is your chance to weigh in. Below is all the information on how to voice your opinion.

  • LT. Royce Williams: The Unmatched Valor of a Navy Fighter Pilot

    It was my distinct privilege  to honor one of the greatest fighter pilot ever recorded in military history and a true Hero -- Captain E. Royce Williams, during our Board of Supervisors meeting.

  • A Letter to the California Public Utilities Commission

    Electricity prices are out of control in California, most notably in San Diego County. A few weeks ago, I talked about the many reasons we are seeing our bills dramatically increase, but the fact remains California’s utility rates are consistently 30% higher than the national average.

  • Remembering Louie Martinez

    We adjourned our Board meeting in memory of Louie Martinez, one of the most well-known restaurateurs in Escondido.

  • Honoring Blake Steinecke

    It was my honor to recognize a special athlete today at the Board of Supervisors. Growing up, Blake Steinecke enjoyed playing baseball, hockey, and lacrosse while maintaining a 4.0 GPA at San Marcos High School.

  • $10 Billion on Homelessness

    A new state report was released last week that showed California spent nearly $10 billion on homelessness over a three-year period. This was released during the same week that the Downtown San Diego Partnership announced a record number of homeless people living on the streets.

  • The Emergency is Finally Over

    The COVID-19 emergency has finally ended at the county and state levels. My biggest hope is that politicians learn from the mistakes that were made. 

  • The Voting System at SANDAG 🗳️

    In 2017, Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 805. While there wasn't much publicity at the time, the measure was proposed by state legislatures in Sacramento, and now the power is being abused at SANDAG.

  • Why Are My Electric & Gas Bills So High?

    That's a question I've been asking myself and a frequent question my office has received. I'm asking the same questions, and it appears the answers aren't simple, but there needs to be a solution.