February 25, 2025
City to Consider Minimum Wage Increase
This Thursday, February 27, the San Diego City Council’s “Cost of Living Committee” will consider a $25 minimum wage on hotels, event spaces, and janitorial workers.
The Chamber recognizes how severely this could impact our members and San Diego’s ability to compete as a destination city. The Chamber Board will vote to take a formal position on this measure at our Board Meeting this Thursday morning. We will keep you apprised of the result of that decision.
We want to make sure you are aware that this is coming to the Council and give you the information you need to take action.
We are asking for your help when the item comes before the City Council’s Cost of Living Committee on Thursday, February 27, at 9:00 a.m. The Chamber will be there to speak in opposition to this onerous wage mandate, and we invite you to do the same.
Please see below for specifics on where the meeting is taking place, how you can contribute, and suggested talking points.
As Chamber members, we know you are engaged and invested in the critical issues facing our business community. It is important the Council Committee hears from as many voices as possible on Thursday.
To reach the Chamber’s International and Public Affairs Team for talking points or more information, please email publicaffairs@sdchamber.org.
MEETING DETAILS
WHAT: City Council Cost of Living Committee
WHEN: Thursday, February 27, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: City Council Chambers – 202 C Street, 12th Floor
San Diego, CA 92101
HOW:
To provide in-person testimony, submit a red ‘Opposition’ speaker slip for ITEM-1: Establishing a Minimum Wage for Hotel, Event Center, and Janitorial Service Workers
You may also provide virtual comments by following along HERE.
- When the Chair introduces ITEM-1, select the “Raise Hand” function.
- Following staff’s presentation, the Chair will turn to members of the public who wish to comment. Your name will be announced and you will receive request to come off mute, ONLY YOU CAN UNMUTE YOURSELF (the unmute button will appear when it is your turn).
- You will have one minute to provide comments.
- Once finished, you may mute yourself or hang up.
- Please note that items may be taken out of order and that, pending the volume of speakers, it could take some time before it is your turn to provide testimony.