July 22, 2021
Mayor Gloria convened a press conference on July 19 to outline a robust policy package aimed at boosting housing supply for low- and middle-income families across the City. Housing For All of Us, a package of proposals that will reform community plan updates, create incentives for employer-supported housing, and streamline the process of building for developments that meet certain criteria, comes as San Diego home prices continue to hit record highs. The Chamber was present at the press conference, at member-developed Secoya on Fifth, to demonstrate support in moving the package forward as details are confirmed with stakeholders and Planning Department staff.
We have wrapped up our first successful Engage program, our leadership development program designed to ensure diverse and gender-balanced leadership in region’s organizations through dedicated board-readiness training. As members of the cohort navigated four weeks of programming, each gained direction in their board service journey and critical tools to help make that possible. On the final session, each member presented the research they have done on the organizations on which they want to serve. While their interest spans across various sectors, we look forward to witnessing the ways their service on these boards helps further create positive change in San Diego. We also congratulate Amanda Flisher for joining the San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Board of Directors shortly following her time in the cohort!
