County Invites Public to Help to Shape County’s 2027 Legislative Priorities
The County of San Diego wants to hear from you. Join a virtual community meeting to learn how the County advocates for state and federal legislation and help shape the 2027 legislative program.
The County’s Economic Development and Government Affairs (EDGA) office is asking residents to weigh in on the issues that matter most. Your input helps guide the County’s legislative strategy and helps ensure that the strategy reflects real community priorities.
The legislative program outlines the Board of Supervisors’ policy goals and directs EDGA’s year-round advocacy on state and federal bills and regulatory actions. priorities.
So far this year, the County has taken positions on 16 state and federal bills focused on key priorities:
- Safeguarding the social safety net
- Advancing housing solutions
- Bolstering the behavioral health system
- Ensuring safe communities
- Responding to the Tijuana River Valley Sewage Crisis
The virtual community forum is set for Tuesday, Aug. 25, from 5 to 6 p.m. on Zoom. Register and learn more at Engage San Diego County. For disability-related modifications, language interpretation, or other accommodations, please email Legislative.Program@sdcounty.ca.gov. The County will record and post the session in full on the Engage San Diego site afterwards.
You can also submit your comments on Engage San Diego County through September 14.
Beyond its legislative work, EDGA also drives the County’s economic development strategy, supports small businesses, leads to County’s binational affairs efforts in the California-Baja region, manages County grant programs, and updates and implements the County’s Strategic Plan and governance documents.
For details, visit the EDGA website or call 619-531-5198.