Supervisor Joel Anderson

Second District

Supervisor Joel Anderson believes our children and grandchildren deserve the same benefits we enjoyed growing up in San Diego County. That's why he is working hard to improve our roads, support attainable housing, and promote career opportunities in East County.



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"Not only do I represent your concerns at the Supervisors’ board meetings, but my job and priority is to serve as a resource to you. If you have any County issues with which you need assistance, please contact my office, as we are here to help. I want to make County government work for you!" 
— Supervisor Anderson


Contact Info

County Administration Center

Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 619-531-5522

1600 Pacific Hwy
Room 335
San Diego, CA 92101

El Cajon District Office

Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 619-219-2470

475 W. Bradley Ave.
El Cajon, CA 92020 

Email: joel.anderson@sdcounty.ca.gov
Website: supervisorjoelanderson.com

Recent News

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Supervisor says VFWs and similar organizations shouldn’t need entertainment license

News Date
11/05/24
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A proposed change to a county ordinance regarding entertainment and public dance licenses has some nonprofit military organizations — including the Ramona VFW — hopeful about the future of their ability to serve area veterans.

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Degenfelder Trail in Ramona named for 96-year-old community advocate

News Date
11/05/24
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A ceremony to rename a Ramona trail in honor of longtime resident John Degenfelder was held under a canopy of towering oaks.

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San Diego County homeowners could soon find relief regarding home insurance

News Date
10/29/24
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San Diego County homeowners may face some financial relief when it comes to the costs of fire insurance.

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Santee's New Turf Fields Ready for Action

News Date
10/16/24
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At least four Santee sports groups including the local Pop Warner club, the Ravens, and youth soccer teams will soon get to experience the newly installed synthetic turf fields at Town Center Community Park.

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Reopening for recreation at Town Center Community Park East

News Date
10/15/24
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The wait is over. The City of Santee’s Town Center Community Park East reopened earlier this month after weeks of construction for the synthetic turf field replacement project.

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Don't get burned! Safety tips to prepare for wildfires

News Date
09/30/24
Short Description

Cal Fire Captain and Public Information Officer Mike Cornette, in an interview aired on the East County Magazine Radio Show on KNSJ, offered an outlook on peak wildfire season, information on new Zone Zero defensible space requirements around homes, as well as tips to prepare for wildfires and keep your household safe.

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Southern Caregiver Resource Center's "Caring for the Caregiver Workshop" Empowers Caregivers Through Support

News Date
09/30/24
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Southern Caregiver Resource Center hosted a workshop on Thursday, August 29th at the County of San Diego facility in El Cajon.

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San Diego County Supervisors greenlight battery storage site policies

News Date
09/20/24
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Following last week's lithium battery fire at an Escondido storage facility that prompted evacuation orders and warnings, county supervisors Wednesday approved policies regulating the approval and operation of future energy-storage sites in unincorporated areas, but stopped short of imposing a moratorium on new facilities.

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South Bay Business Leaders, Border Officials, More to Mark Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks

News Date
09/12/24
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South Bay business leaders will be among those marking the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on Wednesday.

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Beat the Heat with San Diego County's Cool Zone Program

News Date
09/04/24
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Meteorologists have reported that inland areas of San Diego County, especially in many parts of East County, will reach temperatures over 100°F.

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Santee Youngsters Make it their Business to Showcase Talent

News Date
08/16/24
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The Santee Youth Business Fair was held, with nearly 60 youth showing that youth entrepreneurship is alive and thriving in East County.

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East county school district questions if CA student gender policy is legal

News Date
08/10/24
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The Lakeside Library was packed Saturday morning for the Parental Rights Town Hall. Supervisor Joel Anderson and Lakeside Union School District Board President Andrew Hayes moderated the discussion about AB 1955.

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City Council vote on 1,000-bed homeless shelter to continue next week

News Date
07/22/24
Short Description

There was no vote Monday for a proposed 1,000-bed homeless shelter at Kettner and Vine near the San Diego International Airport, but a motion has been proposed to continue this next week and potentially vote then.

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County Breaks Ground on East County Crisis Stabilization Unit

News Date
07/18/24
Short Description

The County of San Diego and partner agencies broke ground on the region’s seventh Crisis Stabilization Unit Thursday.

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Construction Begins on East County’s First Crisis Unit, Expanding Mental Health Services

News Date
07/18/24
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County leaders broke ground Thursday on East County’s first crisis stabilization unit, an alternative site where those undergoing mental health crises can receive treatment.

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Free Rides for Qualifying Seniors

News Date
07/18/24
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Thanks to recent action by County staff and advocacy from Backcountry Communities Thriving (BCT), San Diego County's Senior Transportation Program has expanded its operations to Julian.

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Angler, Citizen Voices Heard as Another San Diego City Lakes Closure Threat gets Neutralized

News Date
07/03/24
Short Description

We let our voices be heard. We were once again threatened by the city council and Mayor’s office in San Diego of pending closures of three San Diego city lakes.

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Experience the Best of Summer: Supervisor Joel Anderson's 2024 Summer Events List

News Date
06/07/24
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Get ready to mark your calendars because Supervisor Joel Anderson's office has curated a  2024 Summer Events lineup that promises to excite every member of your family.

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San Diego County renews support for legislation to ensure foster youths get survivor benefits

News Date
06/05/24
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Former foster youths and advocates are cautiously optimistic once again, after San Diego County officials endorsed new state legislation that would ensure foster children whose parents have died receive survivor benefits when they come of age — rather than allowing counties to take those benefits.

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How to Request Road Repairs and More from County Public Works

News Date
05/28/24
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Got potholes? Graffiti?  Sidewalks  that need repairs?

If you live in the unincorporated areas of the county, you can report road repairs needed, drainage issues,  traffic problems, missing or damaged road signs and more.

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Rotarians hold kickoff event for Vines & Vittles festival

News Date
05/22/24
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Around 100 Rotarians, business leaders and others in Rancho Bernardo gathered on May 9 for the Vines & Vittles kickoff.

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Supervisors Advance Behavioral Health UCSD Partnership for Medi-Cal Patients

News Date
05/21/24
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The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously advanced a proposed agreement with UC San Diego Health to provide acute psychiatric care, along with 30 to 45 additional beds, for eligible Medi-Cal patients at the university’s East Campus Medical Center.

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San Diego County Supervisors approve resolution calling out State Farm for canceled policies

News Date
05/21/24
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday opposing plans by State Farm and other major insurers to reduce homeowner policies in the state.

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County Supervisors move forward on $19.6 million migrant transition center

News Date
05/21/24
Short Description

San Diego County leaders voted 4-to-1 Tuesday to accept about $19.6 million in federal money for a migrant transition day center.

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Board Unanimously Approves Supervisor Anderson's Partnership with the City of San Diego on Opioid Overdose Prevention and Awareness

News Date
05/17/24
Short Description

San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved Supervisor Joel Anderson's recommendation to partner with the City of San Diego on opioid overdoes prevention and naloxone awareness.

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Officials educate public about the dangers of fentanyl at Poway Library workshop

News Date
05/14/24
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Health and law enforcement officials were joined by San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson at a Fentanyl Safety Workshop about the dangers of the drug.

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East County Chamber Health Fair Saturday

News Date
05/10/24
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San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce hosted Health Fair Saturday from 10am to 2pm at Grossmont Shopping Center, 8585 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa 91942. 

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New Economic Report: San Diego County Winery Sales Reach All-Time Record of $54.5 Million in 2023, an 11% Increase Over 2022

News Date
05/08/24
Short Description

The San Diego County Vintners Association (SDCVA), a trade organization dedicated to supporting the San Diego winemaking community, released the 2024 San Diego County Economic Impact of Wineries report today as it celebrates San Diego Wine Week May 13 – 19 ending with its annual wine festival on Sunday, May 19 from 1 – 4 p.m. PDT.

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A Dream Fulfilled: Chaldean Community Council Opens Incubator Business Center in El Cajon

News Date
05/01/24
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Opening an incubator business center to help refugees and immigrants start new businesses has been a dream of Dr. Noori Barka for more than a decade.  On April 11, that dream came to fruition at a ceremony launching the Chaldean Community Council’s new incubator business center at 405 East Lexington Avenue in El Cajon. The center will provide help for low-income and underserved refugee communities.

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California Official Slams 'Concierge Service' for Migrants

News Date
05/01/24
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The lone dissenter on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors says that more than $19 million in federal funding will not help the migrant "epicenter" in the long term.

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Federal Government Approves Funds for Migrant Center; County to Provide Short-Term Relief

News Date
05/01/24
Short Description

The federal government has approved $19.6 million for a long-term migrant and asylum-seeker transit center in San Diego County. The action comes after a migrant center in San Diego shut down in February after running out of money, and after County Supervisors asked the Biden administration for help.

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County passes new effort with city of San Diego to address opioid crisis

News Date
04/30/24
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A new plan was unanimously approved by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday that brings the county and city of San Diego together to better confront the opioid crisis in the region.

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Fentanyl safety workshop to be held May 7 at Poway Library

News Date
04/30/24
Short Description

The rapidly spreading and extremely dangerous synthetic opiate known as fentanyl has claimed the lives of many in our community, but Supervisor Joel Anderson is bringing resources to address this crisis.

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Celebrating Financial Literacy: Supervisor Anderson Proclaims 'Momentum Tutoring Family Financial Fun Day'

News Date
04/27/24
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During the monthly Santee City Council Meeting on April 10th, Supervisor Joel Anderson stood alongside Santee Mayor John W. Minto, the San Diego Center for Economic Education at Cuyamaca College, and youth entrepreneurs to celebrate a local tutoring organization’s efforts in teaching financial literacy to families and children in Santee.  

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Business Incubator Launched by Chaldean Community Council with $500K County Grant

News Date
04/19/24
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The new El Cajon Small Business Incubator will be launched by the Chaldean Community Council thanks to a $500,000 grant from San Diego County.

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San Diego Receives More Than $39 Million in Federal Funding to Support Migrant Services

News Date
04/12/24
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San Diego will receive millions in funding as part of federal monies authorized by Congress to support communities that are providing services to asylum-seekers and refugees.

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An Interstellar Success: Making County Government Work for Julian

News Date
04/10/24
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For Julian residents, preserving the dark sky is a way of life. Designated as an International Dark Sky Community in 2021, Julian is part of the mere 1% of the U.S. where the Milky Way remains visible. 

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County waives clerical fees for people impacted by January storms

News Date
04/09/24
Short Description

San Diegans impacted by the severe floods earlier this year will not have to pay feeds associated with the Assessor/Recorder/County Clerk’s Office thanks to a new action by Chair Nora Vargas and Supervisor Joel Anderson.

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San Diego designates April 24 as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

News Date
04/06/24
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a proclamation on Tuesday designating April 24, 2023 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, Asbarez reports.

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AMR employee from El Cajon honored for 55 years of public service

News Date
04/05/24
Short Description

American Medical Response hosted a special event Friday for its longest-serving employee, El Cajon-native Gordon Anderson, who has been with the company for 55 years.

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Graham takes center stage at Boys to Men Mentoring’s Rooted in Resiliency April 13

News Date
04/03/24
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A fusion of intellect and music will highlight this year’s Rooted in Resiliency to benefit Spring Valley-based Boys to Men Mentoring on April 13 at Coasterra on Harbor Island (880 Harbor Island Drive).

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Prop 1 Passed. Now What?

News Date
04/01/24
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A couple weeks after a statewide behavioral health reform measure narrowly passed, county Board of Supervisors Chair Nora Vargas says she’ll formally call for the county to prepare to make the most of it at a board meeting later this month.

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Clashing Takes on Solutions for San Diego’s Border Crisis

News Date
03/04/24
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The San Diego Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 last Tuesday to approve a plan that strategically advocates for federal and philanthropic support to fund a sustainable long-term migrant shelter. 

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Board of Supervisors Supports Proposals to Expand Areas for Wineries, Allow Live Music

News Date
02/28/24
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday directed staff to start working on an update of the tiered winery ordinance that would allow more wineries in unincorporated areas and make it easier for boutique wineries to host live music.

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Ramona Businesses, Organizations get Grants from Supervisor Joel Anderson

News Date
02/27/24
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San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson awarded nearly 50 Ramona organizations and businesses with almost $1 million in grants on Feb. 13 at the Ramona Chamber of Commerce office

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Two Supervisors Raise Alarm as More Migrants Are Dropped on San Diego Streets

News Date
02/24/24
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Hundreds of migrants who recently entered the country seeking asylum are being released onto San Diego streets after county funding ran out for the migrant welcome center, with the latest bus loads released in San Ysidro Saturday morning.

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Supervisor Anderson Recognizes January as Blood Donor Month

News Date
02/22/24
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Representatives from the San Diego Blood Bank and the American Red Cross of San Diego & Imperial Counties gathered at Supervisor Anderson's District Office in El Cajon. 

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County Supervisors OK Looking Into Child Care For Law Enforcement

News Date
02/07/24
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The county Board of Supervisors agreed unanimously Tuesday to explore the provision of subsidized childcare services for county law enforcement employees.

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Supervisor Anderson Recognizes Blood Donor Month Amid Need for Blood Donations

News Date
02/07/24
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As the nation experiences a great need for blood donations, Supervisor Joel Anderson recognized San Diego County's blood collection organizations: the San Diego Blood Bank and the American Red Cross of San DIego & Imperial Counties.

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Anderson Updates Consituents in Progess on Several Fronts

News Date
02/06/24
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The speaker at our January meeting was County Board Supervisor Joel Anderson (pictured above). 

He has been busy over the past few years with helping make San Diego County and our area better. Not only does he represent our concerns at the Supervisor’s board meetings, but his job and priority is to serve as a resource to us.

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Supervisor Anderson Shares His 2024 Point-in-Time County Experience in East County

News Date
02/01/24
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San Diego County Board Supervisor Joel Anderson jioned thousands of volunteers across the County in participating in the 2024 #WeAllCount Point-in-TIme County; San Diego County's annual homelessness census. 

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Scholarship Opportunities

News Date
01/27/24
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Supervisor Joel Anderson asked his staff to compile a list of scholarship opportunities and financial resources to assist students.

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Supervisors OK Financial Help for Child Care Providers

News Date
01/23/24
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously passed a financial aid proposal for child care providers, including help with start-up costs.

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Ramona Chamber Introduces New Leaders, Honors Businesses and Community Members

News Date
01/23/24
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Ramona Chamber of Commerce members announced the new Board of Directors and gave community recognition awards to businesses and individuals at their Gala on Sunday.

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Affordability, Public Safety and Homelessness Among Priorities for Elected Leaders in 2024, Part 2

News Date
01/23/24
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Public safety, especially from sexually violent predators and gun violence; affordability; homelessness and mental health issues are among priorities for the region’s elected leaders in 2024.

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Opinion: Prop. 1 Will Hamstring San Diego County's Efforts to Prevent Homelessness

News Date
01/21/24
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This Tuesday, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors will consider whether or not to adopt a support position on a ballot measure that could have irrevocable damage to our behavioral health system if passed. Here’s why I’ll be voting against agenda item 14, a resolution in support of Proposition 1, and what other leaders are not telling you.

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Ramona Woman Elected as First Unincorporated Advisory Member of SANDAG Board

News Date
01/16/24
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Ramona resident Robin Joy Maxson has been elected by the Association of Planning Groups, San Diego County, as the first advisory member of the SANDAG Board of Directors for unincorporated areas.

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County: Shared-housing Program for Seniors Planned to Start this Summer

News Date
01/11/24
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A San Diego County pilot program that will help residents 55 and older find a spare bedroom in a private home is expected to begin early this summer.

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Ramona Archway now Fully Funded, with Construction Set to Finish in the Fall

News Date
01/10/24
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The Ramona Archway Association was awarded a $250,000 grant by San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson to build the long-awaited Ramona archway on 10th Street where it intersects with Main Street.

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San Carlos Area Council Annual Potluck Social and Open House Prove Successful

News Date
01/09/24
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Happy New Year! I am happy to report that the SCAC annual potluck social and open house was a big success!

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Looking Ahead: San Diego County’s Second District Supervisor to Address Homelessness, Other Issues in 2024

News Date
01/04/24
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San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson said that looking ahead to 2024, he plans to continue to keep addressing homelessness a top priority.

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Alpine Park Plan Progresses

News Date
12/15/23
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On Dec. 6, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to move forward with the construction of the Alpine Community Park.

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Board of Supervisors Votes to Pave Way for First County-Managed Park in Alpine

News Date
12/06/23
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The county Board of Supervisors Wednesday voted 4-0 to certify an environmental report and authorize a construction bid for a planned park in the community of Alpine.

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4S Ranch-Del Sur Community Foundation Changes Focus, Designates $160K Endowment for Library

News Date
12/04/23
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4S Ranch-Del Sur Community Foundation leadership has decided to no longer seek members and designate its $160,000 endowment to benefit the 4S Ranch Library.

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Grant Recipient Appreciation Event Honoring Supervisor Joel Anderson

News Date
11/30/23
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In recognition of San Diego County Board Supervisor Joel Anderson's contributions to the business and non-profit communities of District 2 through County grant allocations, Mi-Box San Diego and the San Diego East County Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted an appreciation event for Supervisor Anderson.

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San Diego Sheriff's Department Unveils New Helicopters

News Date
11/21/23
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The San Diego Sheriff's Department is adding two new helicopters to its ASTREA (Aerial Support to Regional Enforcement Agencies) fleet. One is a patrol helicopter, to help locate suspects on the run and missing people. The other is an advanced firefighting chopper.

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Family Reunification Pilot Program Launches in East County

News Date
11/20/23
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 A pilot program for cities in East County is in the works to help people experiencing homelessness get reunited with their loved ones. 

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Poway’s Holiday with Heroes seeks Donations, Sponsors and Volunteers for Dec. 7 Event

News Date
11/14/23
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The annual Holiday with Heroes in Poway is looking for donations, sponsors and heroes to make its Christmas shopping event a success for underserved children and their families.

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County leaders honor 25 ‘Most Remarkable Teens’

News Date
11/12/23
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On Thursday night, Nov. 9, before a crowd that included county and city leaders, Stephanie, and her sister, Samantha, were two of the teens recognized at San Diego County’s annual “25 Most Remarkable Teens” ceremony.

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San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson Joins Jamul Casino® and The Jamul Indian Village of California Tribe in Honoring Veterans

News Date
11/10/23
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Yesterday, Supervisor Joel Anderson of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors joined Jamul Casino and the Jamul Indian Village of California Tribe to commemorate Veterans Day with an exclusive event at Jamul Casino. 

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San Diego Board of Supervisors Votes in Favor of Drafting an Unsafe Camping Ordinance

News Date
10/24/23
Short Description

The county Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 Tuesday in favor of drafting an unsafe camping ordinance similar to ones recently passed in the cities of San Diego and Poway in an effort to curb homeless encampments.

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Supervisor Anderson’s Packed Agenda for This Tuesday’s Board Meeting

News Date
10/20/23
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Supervisor Joel Anderson is proposing three actions at this Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, focused on protecting taxpayers, addressing homelessness, and honoring American lives lost in Israel.

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Local Leaders Call on Congress to Pass Afghan Adjustment Act aboard USS Midway

News Date
09/21/23
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Dozens of veterans, Afghan refugees and elected representatives on Thursday called on Congress to pass legislation to assist Afghans who worked with and for coalition forces in America’s longest war to come to the United States.

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East County Leaders & First Responders Honored 9/11

News Date
09/18/23
Short Description

Supervisor Joel Anderson and Grossmont College held a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony in remembrance of the 22nd anniversary of the devastating terrorist attacks against the United States.

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County Supervisor Joel Anderson to Host Workshop for First-Time Homebuyers

News Date
09/18/23
Short Description

San Diego County Superviso Joel Anderson is co-hosting a First-Time Homeowners Buyers Workshop on Thursday, Sept. 28 in Rancho Bernardo with the North San Diego County Associaion of Realtors and Pacific Southwest Association of Realtors.

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Local Politicians Speak Out over Mass Migrant Drop-offs at Transit Stations

News Date
09/15/23
Short Description

As U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents continue to drop off hundreds of migrants at transit centers throughout San Diego County Friday, local politicians are speaking out against the policy.

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Supervisors Approve Review of Bed Capacity for Mental Health Care

News Date
09/12/23
Short Description

The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved an effort to increase the number of beds for Medi-Cal eligible county residents needing mental health treatment.

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Nominate Your Community Hero

News Date
09/01/23
Short Description

Everyone knows a “hero” who has made a positive impact on their personal lives or their community. Whether it be a neighbor who goes the extra mile for someone in need, a teacher who reignites one’s love for learning, or a coach who helps students achieve their goals, there is no shortage of kindness amongst County Supervisor Joel Anderson’s constituents.

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San Diego County approves developing shared senior housing program

News Date
08/29/23
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The county Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to develop a shared housing program for people aged 55 and older.

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Who is a hero in your neighborhood?

News Date
08/25/23
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Everyone knows a “hero” who has made a positive impact on their personal lives or their community.

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Young Entrepreneurs Show Off Their Skills at Children’s Business Fair

News Date
08/16/23
Short Description

The future of small business is bright in Santee.  Nearly 50 youth-run businesses filled the gymnasium at West Hills High School showing off products as diverse as donut shaped soaps, campfire starters made from flowers and micro-aquariums with live fish swimming around small glass bottles.

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Caltrans Project in Ramona Adds Colored Crosswalks, Painted Posts to Business District

News Date
08/04/23
Short Description

Crews have completed a $1.2 million project to improve safety and walkability in the Ramona Historic Business District.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson addresses highlights of 2023-24 budget for Ramona

News Date
07/12/23
Short Description

The County 2023-24 budget is $8.17 billion, which will be used to fight homelessness; take on mental health and substance use disorder challenges; improve the justice system; help working families; and invest in core services like roads, fire protection, and parks, officials said in a press release.

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Anderson Alert: Fixing Our Roads

News Date
07/01/23
Short Description

Road Work Ahead! The Board approved over 100 miles of road resurfacing projects throughout our County-maintained roads systems at our June Board meeting.

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Up to $40K Available for Aspiring San Diego Homeowners in BIPOC Community

News Date
06/08/23
Short Description

The San Diego Housing Commission on Thursday began a pilot program to assist middle-income Black, Indigenous and people of color who are first-time homebuyers.

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Post 5867 Hosted Wellness Fair in East County

News Date
06/01/23
Short Description

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5867, located in the beautiful community of Lakeside, graciously hosted an East County Wellness Fair to connect veterans who are currently experiencing homelessness, or those at-risk of becoming homeless, with over twenty different organizations who specialize in providing veteran support and resources.

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Anderson Alert: Summer Events

News Date
05/29/23
Short Description

With temperatures beginning to heat up and students heading into summer break, my office compiled a list of free and family-friendly summer events happening across San Diego County.

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County GRAZE Event Highlights the Importance of Agriculture in San Diego

News Date
05/29/23
Short Description

San Diego is well known for its warm weather, but stormy skies didn’t stop the local agricultural community from coming together for the San Diego County Farm Bureau’s GRAZE event. Held at the beautiful Carlsbad Flower Fields, this robust affair brought together community leaders and industry professionals to celebrate the vital role that local farms play in the San Diego community.

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Sup. Joel Anderson: Unincorporated area residents need SANDAG representation

News Date
05/23/23
Short Description

 San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson and community group planning members held a press conference Tuesday to advocate for unincorporated area representation on SANDAG.

 

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Opinion: Thousands of innocent Americans have gone to prison. How can lawmakers right those wrongs?

News Date
05/22/23
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With the help of the California Innocence Project, I introduced two bills that were later signed into law by Gov. Jerry Brown to make things better.

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Additional mobile camera unit will be deployed in El Cajon

News Date
05/22/23
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, who represents the area including El Cajon, awarded the City of El Cajon a more than $40,000 grant from county funds to purchase another mobile camera trailer.

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The end of Title 42 leads to more police surveillance equipment in El Cajon

News Date
05/22/23
Short Description

They've made long, dangerous journeys from all over the world. San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson says asylum seekers shouldn't feel in danger once they reach the United States.

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San Diego County officials, immigration advocates call for federal help with anticipated migrant surge

News Date
05/04/23
Short Description

As waves of migrants gather at the U.S.-Mexico border in anticipation of Title 42 expiring next week, San Diego County officials and immigration advocates are asking for more help from the federal government to handle the anticipated influx.

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San Diego Group Works to Highlight the Role Spiders Play in a Balanced Ecosystem

News Date
05/04/23
Short Description

The San Diego Spider Society recently organized a community event at the Walter Andersen Nursery in Poway, where founder Randy Supczak presented information about the native arachnids in the area.

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County Supervisors recognize ‘Not Me San Diego’

News Date
05/02/23
Short Description

San Diego County Gun Owners’ NotMeSD women’s program to stop sexual assault and domestic violence is honored with NotMe Day!

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Supervisor Anderson Hosts Santee Community Coffee Town Hall Meeting

News Date
05/02/23
Short Description

On April 26th, 2023, San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson and the Santee Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a Community Coffee Town Hall meeting for Santee residents to voice their concerns on issues that most mattered to them. 

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Local Military Hero Honored at San Diego Gulls Game

News Date
05/01/23
Short Description

On February 19, 2023, veteran Thomas Girard was honored as the “Military Hero of the Game” by the American Hockey League’s San Diego Gulls. The Gulls fought valiantly as they took on the Bakersfield Condors. 

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Supervisor Anderson to Host Santee Community Coffee Town Hall

News Date
04/14/23
Short Description

On Wednesday, April 26, San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson will co-host a Community Coffee Town Hall with the Santee Chamber of Commerce. 

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RB Sunrise Rotary Club hosts workshop on elder scam and abuse prevention

News Date
04/11/23
Short Description

The Rancho Bernardo Sunrise Rotary Club hosted an Elder Scam and Abuse Prevention Community Workshop on March 22 to bring the community together to discuss and expose the inner workings of maliciously intended organizations and people that target the elderly.

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Supervisors OK Expanded ‘Live Well on Wheels’ Fleet for Homeless Outreach

News Date
04/04/23
Short Description

San Diego County supervisors voted 4-0 Tuesday in favor of expanding a program to offer mobile outreach services to those living on the street.

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County Grants Given to Julian Nonprofits

News Date
03/30/23
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved grants to the Julian Chamber of Commerce, Backcountry Communities Thriving, Warner Unified School District, and Julian 4th of July Parade, Inc.

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San Diego County Library Grand Opening Lakeside Branch

News Date
03/30/23
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson and the San Diego County Library held a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Lakeside Library.

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Anderson Introduces Pilot Program to Reduce Hospital Readmission Rates for Rural Communities

News Date
03/24/23
Short Description

At the Tuesday, March 14 San Diego County Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisor Joel Anderson, who represents the East County communities of District 2, introduced an agenda item aimed at reducing hospital readmission rates for rural San Diego County residents.

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Anderson calls for more recreation near reservoirs

News Date
03/24/23
Short Description

San Diego’s reservoirs provide much more to the region beyond storing water. They give thousands of residents and visitors an opportunity to enjoy recreational activities, including fishing, boating, overnight camping, and other day use amenities and are an economic engine for the region.

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Opinion: Our County’s Unincorporated Communities Need Representation on SANDAG’s Board

News Date
03/23/23
Short Description

Adding an advisory member to the SANDAG board to represent the region’s unincorporated communities — someone well-versed in the unique challenges and needs of our county’s vast rural territory — would be a positive first step towards guaranteeing that all San Diegans have a voice and a vote when it comes to SANDAG decisions.

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Nurses will follow up with people discharged from hospitals to rural areas in effort to reduce readmissions

News Date
03/19/23
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Nurses will soon be following up with people discharged from the hospital to rural communities in an effort to reduce readmission rates that have been climbing in isolated parts of the region.

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Supervisor wants county to lower rural hospital readmission rates

News Date
03/17/23
Short Description

County Supervisor Joel Anderson on Tuesday introduced a proposal that would lower hospital readmission rates for rural San Diego County residents.

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Poway’s Hidden Haven for Therapeutic Horse Riding

News Date
03/16/23
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Hidden among the rolling hills of Poway, San Diego lies Ride Above Disability Therapeutic Riding Center, a nonprofit ranch and prized gem of the community.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson hosts community town hall

News Date
03/08/23
Short Description

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – Community Supervisor Joel Anderson held a Town Hall Meeting in Poway on Wednesday to discuss the issues on the minds of his constituents.

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Jamul Little League Ballpark Opening Day Ceremony

News Date
03/08/23
Short Description

The Back Country of Jamul banned together physically and financially over the past four months to build a new Little League Ballpark.

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Officials unveil Ramona Historic Colonnade signs to recognize historic trees

News Date
03/07/23
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Signs that honor the community’s towering rows of eucalyptus trees as part of the Ramona Historic Colonnade were unveiled during a ceremony Tuesday on state Route 67.

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Dine & Dialogue with Supervisor Anderson

News Date
03/01/23
Short Description

San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Dine & Dialogue Luncheon with San Diego County Board Supervisor, District 2, Joel Anderson.

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Supervisors OK Homelessness Reduction Efforts in East County, Also Fed Plan

News Date
03/01/23
Short Description

In a separate proposal from Joel Anderson, supervisors directed Robbins-Meyer to find a potential site or convert a hotel in the unincorporated region of East County, as a way to increase shelter capacity.

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Supervisor Anderson Introduces Himself to the Tierrasanta Community

News Date
02/28/23
Short Description

Hello, Tierrasanta! I am Supervisor Joel Anderson, your elected representative for the County of San Diego’s Second District. I wanted to take this opportunity to properly introduce myself seeing that, due to recent redistricting, my district now encompasses the Tierrasanta community. I am honored to represent you and your families on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors.

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Supervisor Anderson hosts Community Coffee

News Date
02/26/23
Short Description

On Wednesday, March 8, San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson will be co-hosting a Community Coffee Town Hall with the Poway Chamber of Commerce.

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County Supervisor Joel Anderson Participates in El Cajon Point-in-Time Count

News Date
02/13/23
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson participated in this year's Point-in-Time Count in El Cajon. The El Cajon Count took place from 4-6 am.

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The San Diego Futures Foundation, County brighten holidays for area kids

News Date
02/09/23
Short Description

The San Diego Futures Foundation and County of San Diego joined forces back in December to make the holiday season brighter for children in foster care through their annual computer distribution.

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Anderson comments on County's efforts to prepare for end of Title 42

News Date
02/09/23
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson said the county is preparing for more [migration] efforts like this to happen, along with more migrant drop-offs when shelters are full, because Title 42 is expected to end soon.

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Opinion: What I learned volunteering to count East County’s homeless population in January

News Date
02/08/23
Short Description

While it was inspiring to see progress in some areas, we were also reminded of the significant need for services in others.

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County Supervisors OK Plan to Assist Migrants with Potential End of Title 42

News Date
02/07/23
Short Description

The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously called for the development of a comprehensive plan to respond to a possible influx of asylum seekers in light of the potential lifting of the federal Title 42 policy.

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4S Ranch Library celebrates the ‘Year of the Rabbit’

News Date
02/06/23
Short Description

The 4S Ranch Library celebrated Lunar New Year on Jan. 25.

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Supervisors OK Upgrades to Popular Mount Woodson Hiking Area

News Date
01/26/23
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County supervisors Wednesday unanimously approved upgrades to a popular hiking spot near the community of Ramona and the city of Poway.

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Grants Available for Sports Leagues & Organizations

News Date
01/13/23
Short Description

As your County Supervisor, I believe that sports leagues and organizations are integral to the foundation of our communities through the strong lessons they teach our children and as a healthy recreational outlet for residents of all ages.

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Supervisors OK Plan That Will Revitalize Campo Road Corridor in East County

News Date
01/12/23
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 Wednesday to revitalize a main commercial street and adjacent residential area in Casa de Oro, an unincorporated East County community.

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Board of Supervisors vote unanimously to support home-school sites in placement restrictions of sex predators

News Date
01/11/23
Short Description

The Board of Supervisors on Wednesday voted unanimously to support the same restrictions on home-school sites as public or private schools when placing sexually violent predators.

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Grueling, early morning count collects vital data on county’s homeless

News Date
01/06/23
Short Description

About 1,600 volunteers throughout San Diego County walked down dark streets, peered into vehicle windows, drove through neighborhoods, and walked unmarked trails in the pre-dawn hours Thursday in an annual effort to learn more about the area’s homeless population.

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Anderson wants money for refugees

News Date
01/06/23
Short Description

On Dec. 23, Congress approved reimbursing the Federal Emergency Management Agency up to $785 million for costs related to emergency shelters and services to asylum seekers.

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Federal government drops migrants across the country with few resources

News Date
01/04/23
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San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson addressed the public over Christmas weekend, calling these transfers of migrants neglectful.

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From homelessness to jail deaths to climate: What San Diego supervisors did in 2022 and have planned for 2023

News Date
12/31/22
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San Diego County supervisors expanded behavioral health services, invested in homeless shelters and moved to curb climate change over the past year — actions they say reflect a philosophical shift toward greater county involvement in such efforts.

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County Leader Seeks Aid After Hundreds of Migrants Dropped off in San Diego

News Date
12/29/22
Short Description

Anderson sent two letters, one to Gov. Gavin Newsom and the other to President Joe Biden, asking for resources to handle the influx of asylum seekers. Part of Anderson's plan to get more resources to the community includes applying for funding from FEMA.

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Federal government “abandons” migrants at San Diego transit centers

News Date
12/29/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson addressed the public over Christmas weekend, calling these transfers of migrants neglectful.

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ANDERSON RAISES CONCERNS OVER COUNTY’S PROPOSAL FOR CANNABIS BUSINESSES IN UNINCORPORATED AREAS

News Date
12/27/22
Short Description

Supervisor Anderson has posted a survey for constituents to voice their views. 

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Opinion: East County Needs More Federal Resources to Avert Migrant Humanitarian Crisis

News Date
12/24/22
Short Description

We want to welcome people into our community in a safe and humane way, but local governments do not have budgets to support hundreds to thousands of asylum seekers — that is the job of the Federal government and we can’t do it without their help.

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East County leaders call for state, federal resources for incoming asylum-seekers

News Date
12/22/22
Short Description

East County leaders held a news conference at the El Cajon Transit Center Thursday, saying it is an anticipated drop-off location for hundreds of asylum-seekers if the U.S. Supreme Court lifts a Trump-era rule known as Title 42. The Biden administration wants that to happen just after Christmas.

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San Diego Supervisor warns of influx of migrants when Title 42 ends

News Date
12/21/22
Short Description

CBS 8 spoke with  Republican County Supervisor Joel Anderson and a local immigration advocate with The American Friends Service Committee, both say that if and when those people cross the border that it’s going to overwhelm the system. 

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County Supervisor Anderson addresses “misuse” of taxpayer funds

News Date
12/20/22
Short Description

County Supervisor Joel Anderson wrote an internal memo released to the County’s CAO on Dec. 15 which stated:
I believe any allegations regarding the potential misuse of taxpayer funds and resources must be taken very seriously if we are to continue to ensure the public we serve that the County of San Diego prioritizes our role as responsible stewards of all County assets.

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Supervisors OK policies to combat fentanyl, opioid crisis

News Date
12/13/22
Short Description

County supervisors voted 4-0 Tuesday in favor of a set of policies and tools, including an education program, to combat the opioid/fentanyl crisis.

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Honoring Our Veterans: East County Veterans’ Halls Awarded County Grants

News Date
12/01/22
Short Description

Supervisor Anderson knows the importance of veterans’ halls to our military community, and in 2021, learned that many of East County’s veteran halls were in desperate need of repairs. Shortly after assuming office as County supervisor, Anderson committed to setting aside County grant funding specifically for his district’s veterans halls to ensure they could stay open and continue serving our community.

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Willie O’Ree Day proclaimed in San Diego County

News Date
11/25/22
Short Description

O’Ree was presented with a county proclamation declaring Nov. 19 “Willie O’Ree Day” throughout San Diego County by San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, an avid Gulls fan. Anderson presented O’Ree with the award alongside Gulls president of business operations Matt Savant during the ceremonial pre-game puck drop.

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Caltrans Unveils Julian International Dark Sky Community Signs

News Date
11/22/22
Short Description

An official unveiling ceremony was held Nov. 4 to reveal new "Entering Julian” and "International Dark Sky Community” signs that will be installed along Highways 78 and 79 to help welcome more stargazers, visitors and shoppers to restaurants and businesses located in Julian.

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SUPERVISOR ANDERSON TO AWARD HOCKEY LEGEND WILLIE O'REE WITH COUNTY PROCLAMATION

News Date
11/19/22
Short Description

The San Diego Gulls will hold a ceremonial puck drop in celebration of hockey legend and pioneer, Willie O’Ree, as he is presented with a County Proclamation declaring Nov. 19 “Willie O’Ree Day” throughout San Diego County. San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, an avid Gulls fan, will present O’Ree with the award before the Gulls play the Grand Rapids Griffins this Saturday, Nov. 19 at Pechanga Arena San Diego (7 p.m.).

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Opinion: How San Diego saved community care homes for Californians with developmental disabilities

News Date
11/18/22
Short Description

The state recently made a rare decision to reverse one of its policies, and San Diego County was at the forefront of the successful advocacy effort to save community care homes for Californians with developmental disabilities.

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Jacumba residents prepare for arrival of sexually violent predator

News Date
11/18/22
Short Description

Under the state’s conditional release program, Stafford will continue to live under supervision in Jacumba.

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Survivor Recounts Harrowing Escape from Border 32 Fire

News Date
11/10/22
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On the scorching day of August 31, 2022, Sanjuana Fukuda was sitting outside her home drinking her usual morning coffee. She was aware of a fire in the area but figured the fire had a long way to travel before reaching her secluded mountain area.

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SUPERVISORS ANDERSON AND FLETCHER JOIN JAMUL CASINO AND TRIBE IN HONORING VETERANS

News Date
11/09/22
Short Description

Today, Chair Nathan Fletcher and Supervisor Joel Anderson of the San Diego County Board of Supervisors will join Jamul Casino and the Jamul Indian Village of California Tribe to commemorate Veterans Day with the sixth annual luncheon at Jamul Casino paying tribute to the 53 members of the Tribe and Jamul Casino team who have served in the military.

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Caltrans unveils new signs to encourage stargazing in Julian

News Date
11/06/22
Short Description

On Friday, officials unveiled “Entering Julian and “International Dark Sky Community” signs after the San Diego Board of Supervisors led an initiative to adopt a lighting ordinance, said CalTrans.

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Jamul Indian Village Serves Border 32 Fire Victims Fleeing Homes

News Date
11/03/22
Short Description

"It is in our blood to give back and help and this was just an opportunity to do so," expressed Erica Pinto, Jamul Indian Village Chairwoman.

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Supervisor Anderson hosts El Cajon Homelessness Forum

News Date
10/27/22
Short Description

Approximately 150 community members gathered at Grossmont College for Supervisor Joel Anderson's El Cajon Homelessness Forum on October 22.

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SDG&E Provides Aid During Communities Time of Need

News Date
10/27/22
Short Description

During the Border 32 Fire, SDG&E remained in routine communication with elected officials and other agency stakeholders, as they often do during such emergencies, to promptly address critical local needs and concerns.

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County Hosts Local Assistance Center for Border 32 Fire Victims

News Date
10/27/22
Short Description

On Monday, September 12, the County hosted a Local Assistance Center (LAC) to support the victims of the Border 32 Fire.

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County Supervisor Joel Anderson answers questions at Ramona Community Coffee

News Date
10/25/22
Short Description

Along with addressing concerns about proposed traffic calming measures in the Estates and delays on state Route 67 improvements, Anderson spent nearly two hours fielding questions related to Airbnb’s, drug use, trash cleanup on Mt. Woodson and other topics.

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Addiction treatment, housing and drug disposal: How the county aims to spend $100 million in opioid settlements

News Date
10/22/22
Short Description

Anticipating $100 million in settlements from county lawsuits against opioid manufacturers, San Diego County supervisors on Wednesday released a plan to use the funds to counsel overdose survivors, expand addiction treatment and safely dispose of unused prescription drugs.

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New plan to tackle the opioid crisis in San Diego County

News Date
10/19/22
Short Description

Local county supervisors have unveiled a new plan to tackle the opioid crisis in San Diego County.

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Judge allows for fifth placement of an SVP into Jacumba, Supervisor Anderson dismayed

News Date
10/12/22
Short Description

Supervisor Joel Anderson (District 2) joined KUSI’s Paul Rudy to discuss his appall at the current situation and the affect the presence of these SVP’s has on the Jacumba community.

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SUPERVISORS VOTE TO CREATE FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND FUND FOR MIDDLE-INCOME WORKFORCE HOUSING

News Date
10/01/22
Short Description

At the Tuesday, September 27th meeting, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a board letter, put forth by County Supervisor Joel Anderson (District 2) and Vice Chair Nora Vargas (District 1), that will direct County staff to develop a pilot workforce housing program.

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Dozens of Residents Oppose Proposed Placement of Sexually Violent Predator in Jacumba Hot Springs

News Date
09/30/22
Short Description

Dozens of Jacumba Hot Springs residents pleaded with a judge on Friday to reject placing a 71-year-old man classified as a sexually violent predator in their small, desert community.

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83% of all sex offenders “dumped” in Jacumba, says Supervisor Joel Anderson

News Date
09/29/22
Short Description

Anderson hosted a press conference on Sept. 30 to advocate against the placement of Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) William Stafford in Jacumba. 

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Supervisor Anderson advocates more housing units during Board's discussion on VMT

News Date
09/29/22
Short Description

Supervisor Joel Anderson advocated for the County to keep as many opportunities for housing in the unincorporated area as possible as the Board implements guidelines related to vehicle miles traveled (VMT).

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San Diego County Launches Programs to Prevent Senior Homelessness, Help Middle-Income Workforce

News Date
09/27/22
Short Description

San Diego County is launching new initiatives to address the housing and growing homeless crisis. 

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San Diego County Supervisors Strengthen Efforts to Hire More Military Veterans

News Date
09/27/22
Short Description

The county Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday in favor of two efforts to help veterans -- by hiring more of them to work in government and establishing a resource center in East County.

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Opinion: The Upcoming Make-or-Break Moment for San Diego’s Housing Crisis

News Date
09/26/22
Short Description

I’ve had the pleasure of working with my colleagues on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors for the past 21 months. Each of us have said publicly that producing housing is critical. 

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Supervisor hears wants, worries

News Date
09/23/22
Short Description

County Supervisor Joel Anderson, who represents most of East county, hosted a community meeting in Alpine on Sept. 17 where residents turned up to ask for fire insurance solutions, proclaim their displeasure about the impending county park, discuss homelessness, and more.

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Support Provided to Border 32 Fire Survivors

News Date
09/15/22
Short Description

County Emergency Services opened a Local Assistance Center Monday to support those affected by the Border 32 Fire. 

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Supervisors to Pursue Funding District for San Diego River Park and Trail System

News Date
09/14/22
Short Description

The Board of Supervisors Wednesday unanimously voted to have county staff pursue the formation of a special financing district for the proposed 130-mile San Diego River Park and Trail.

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Supervisor Anderson requests MOU to address homelessness along San Diego River

News Date
09/13/22
Short Description

In an internal memo to the Chief Administrative Officer, Helen Robbins-Meyer, Supervisor Joel Anderson, who represents East County communities of District 2, questioned if staff had looked into the possibility of establishing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County and jurisdictions along the San Diego River, such as the San Diego River Park Foundation, and the Cities of San Diego and Santee. The goal of this MOU would be to address homelessness along the San Diego River.

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Anderson's Corner: Barbie Bates

News Date
09/08/22
Short Description

Heroes are not born; they are made. East County resident, Barbie Bates, never anticipated that she would be regarded as a hero in her community.

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Prioritizing student safety at new Alpine high school

News Date
09/02/22
Short Description

School is back in session, and we are especially excited this year to welcome Liberty Charter High School students to their new campus in Alpine!

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East County Sheriff's Deputies Conduct School Safety Trainings

News Date
09/01/22
Short Description

With students returning to class, school safety is on top of the list for San Diego County Sheriff's deputies after summer trainings.

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County Supervisor Joel Anderson hears community concerns during town hall meeting in Julian

News Date
08/31/22
Short Description

Joel Anderson, County Supervisor for District 2, held a Community Coffee Town Hall meeting in Julian on August 11. 

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San Diego supervisors OK passes to allow farmer, rancher access during natural disasters

News Date
08/30/22
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County supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a program that will allow farmers and ranchers access to their land during a wildfire or other type of emergency or natural disaster.

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San Diego Foster Family Network Gives Children Under 5 Loving Homes Amid Surge in Foster Care System

News Date
08/23/22
Short Description

Organizations like Angels Foster Family Network have been working to connect young foster children to “resource families,” also known as “foster families.” Unlike the traditional foster system, Angels Foster Family Network ensures that each family only cares for one child, or one sibling set at a time, and primarily works with children under 5 years old.

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County Board Accepts Grant for 12-Bed Acute Psychiatric Unit in Santee

News Date
08/20/22
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted on August 16 to accept the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP): Round 3 Launch Ready grant of approximately $12.4 Million that will go towards building a 12-bed Acute Psychiatric Uniit at the Edgemoor Hospital in Santee.

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Guest Commentary: Fighting for transportation improvements in Ramona

News Date
08/17/22
Short Description

My job as your County Supervisor is to make sure that the voices of the communities I represent are heard. As a member of the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) transportation committee, executive committee, and board of directors, I take every opportunity to bring East County’s concerns to the table when new transportation projects are proposed in our area.

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Supervisors to Repeal Old Law Forbidding Arcade Games Where Alcohol is Served

News Date
08/17/22
Short Description

The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the repeal Tuesday at the behest of Supervisors Joel Anderson and Nora Vargas, who said in a joint statement the move “will provide economic opportunities for small businesses in the unincorporated county.”

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East County gets its first safe parking lot for homeless

News Date
08/10/22
Short Description

Under the 67 freeway, just outside the city limits of El Cajon, a new “safe parking” program is officially launching for people looking to find permanent housing.

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Santee District 2 Community Meet and Greet

News Date
07/15/22
Short Description

Santee Vice Mayor Ronn Hall hosted, organized, and led a Santee District 2 Community Meet & Greet at Santee City Hall.

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Crews start using long-term retardant in fire-prone area of East County

News Date
07/12/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson’s office announced Tuesday that the county has contracted with a long-term fire retardant provider, whose product has already been used in a fire-prone area of East County.

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Supervisor Anderson Comments on the PSO Shortages Update

News Date
07/01/22
Short Description

Joel Anderson comments on the update received on addressing anticipated shortages of Public Safety Officers (PSO) in the San Diego Region.

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Palomar Health Seeks Hospice Volunteers in Ramona Area

News Date
06/29/22
Short Description

Those who have seen a loved one go through hospice know how emotionally and physically exhausting the process can be for the patient and their family members.

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Supervisors pass $7.35 billion San Diego County budget for new fiscal year

News Date
06/28/22
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a $7.35 billion budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year, including $200 million in additional funding requests.

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Supervisors Move Forward on Cannabis Tax Initiative and Safety Measures for Unincorporated Areas

News Date
06/20/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisors on June 15 approved a draft resolution for a ballot initiative to tax cannabis businesses in unincorporated areas. 

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Supervisors Anderson and Fletcher Ask State to Boost Funds for Noah Homes, Save Housing for Intellectually and Developmentally Disables Adults

News Date
06/19/22
Short Description

Both Supervisors held a press conference with Noah Homes on June 14 before presenting a motion to the Board of Supervisors to request modification to the State’s reimbursement rates for all housing and services provides for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

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Board Votes To Oversee Grant Program To Harden Homes In Rural Communities

News Date
06/17/22
Short Description

The County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday, June 14 to establish a Home Hardening Program as part of a state pilot program to encourage homeowners to create fire-resistant homes.

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Op-Ed: Hope for Civil Public Discourse Restored in San Diego County After Commission’s Failed Attempt to Remove Pastor

News Date
06/12/22
Short Description

For months, I have watched closely as the San Diego County Human Relations Commission (HRC) has struggled to manage conflict between its members regarding differing religious beliefs. Watching these events unfold has been disheartening—especially since the sole purpose of the HRC is to “promote positive human relations, respect, and the integrity of every individual,” regardless of any protected class they may fall under, including religion. However, where there is conflict, there is opportunity to grow.

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A Lakeside shelter could help the homeless. It might also allow officers to force people off streets

News Date
06/10/22
Short Description

During a public meeting Thursday, Joel Anderson said dozens of small living quarters on an empty stretch of land could both assist those who needed help and give law enforcement legal cover to force homeless people off streets.

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Rise City Church Gives Back to East County Schools

News Date
06/10/22
Short Description

Rise City Church in Lakeside recently received special recognition from San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson for its efforts to help local East County schools.

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Hundreds Gather in Lakeside, Concerned About Proposed Homeless Shelter

News Date
06/09/22
Short Description

If approved, the homeless shelter will consist of about 60 individual sleeping cabins on a vacant lot located off Riverford Road, next to A-1 Self Storage

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USNS Mercy Hospital Ship receives special honor from County of San Diego

News Date
06/01/22
Short Description

The USNS Mervy T-AH 19 received special recognition from the County of San Diego this spring.

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San Diego County Planning How to Spend $100 Million Purdue Pharma Opioid Settlement

News Date
05/27/22
Short Description

County elected leaders and behavioral and public health experts Friday set the dates for three future planning sessions to determine how to use expected opioid settlement funds from Purdue Pharma to address opioid use in the county.

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Homeless encampment in unincorporated El Cajon getting cleared out

News Date
05/24/22
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A homeless encampent in unincorporated El Cajon is getting cleared out to make way for a construction project.

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Fletcher Hills Library expands hours

News Date
05/16/22
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All 33 San Diego County library branches have extended their hours – including the Fletcher Hills Library.

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Supervisor requests help in clearing homeless encampments

News Date
05/12/22
Short Description

 San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson released a memorandum Wednesday asking two county department leaders for more help in clearing homeless encampments along public roadways.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson Wants County to Clear Magnolia Encampment

News Date
05/11/22
Short Description

In a letter to county leaders, Supervisor Joel Anderson requested the county begin to clear a homeless encampment on North Magnolia Avenue in an unincorporated portion of El Cajon. 

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Julian Town Hall Renovation Begins

News Date
05/08/22
Short Description

Thanks to a $75,000 Neighborhood Reinvestment Program grant from Supervisor Joel Anderson, as well as gifts from major donors, businesses and the public, the renovation of Julian Town Hall has begun, starting with paving the parking lot in front of the bathrooms.

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County Fire Reaches New Heights with Mt. Laguna Fire Station

News Date
05/05/22
Short Description

County Fire, CAL FIRE and the community of Mt. Laguna on Wednesday celebrated the completion of the County’s highest elevation fire station, sitting at about 6,000 feet.

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Local officials unite in preparing for wildfires

News Date
05/04/22
Short Description

County of San Diego officials joined Cal Fire and partner agencies at the Ramona Cal Fire Air Attack Base Monday to share information about preparing for wildfires.

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East County cities weigh closer cooperation on homelessness as residents decry tent camps

News Date
04/29/22
Short Description

Four East County cities are considering closer cooperation to address homelessness as residents increasingly cite tent camps as a top concern.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson wants East County to work together to solve homelessness

News Date
04/29/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson is proposing a memorandum of understanding between the county and the cities of El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and Santee to address homelessness in East County.

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Supervisors Vote to Allow Amusement Business in Uninorporated Areas

News Date
04/26/22
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a board letter put forth by Supervisor Joel Anderson and Vice Chair Nora Vargas that will provide economic opportunities for small businesses in the unincorporated County. 

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San Diego Women Empowered by Firearms Training, Education

News Date
04/22/22
Short Description

As violent crime rises across the state, a volunteer-run program is arming women in San Diego County with the knowledge and confidence to defend themselves.

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Supervisor Anderson looks for support from Biden administration

News Date
04/08/22
Short Description

San Diego County District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson asked President Joe Biden on March 28 for funding to assist with refugees who might seek asylum in greater numbers throughout the coming months.

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Taxpayers footed the bill for SANDAG staff to enjoy filet mignon, other upscale dining

News Date
04/07/22
Short Description

Staff at the San Diego Association of Governments pulled out their employee credit cards hundreds of times to pay for meals, often at upscale dining spots and with bills topping out at more than $100 per visit, an inewsource review of the regional planning agency’s records reveals.

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OP-ED: County Supervisors will decide if the Bible constitutes ‘hate speech’

News Date
03/30/22
Short Description

At our next board meeting, my San Diego County Board of Supervisors colleagues and I will have the opportunity to defend freedom of speech and religion or allow the Bible to be considered ‘hate speech’ by a county commission.

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Senior Chair Yoga Class Brings Stability and Socializatoin

News Date
03/30/22
Short Description

Most residents know Ramona Senior Center for its outstanding meal services, but an unlikely activity has become a hit among local seniors.

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Supervisor Anderson Requests Federal Funds to Help Settle Ukrainian, Afghan Refugees

News Date
03/28/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson Monday sent a letter to President Joe Biden requesting the federal government send additional financial assistance to counties taking in Afghan and Ukrainian refugees.

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Guest Commentary: Input needed from San Diego County reservoir users

News Date
03/23/22
Short Description

Do you visit unincorporated San Diego County’s lakes and reservoirs for activities like fishing, camping, boating, hiking, or exploring nature? The County of San Diego needs your input on how to best increase recreational opportunities at reservoirs.

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‘He's in My Heart': Escondido Football Coach Who Died of COVID Honored By County of San Diego

News Date
03/22/22
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During a ceremony to celebrate Grossmont High School's new Event Center, San Diego County leaders presented a proclamation for the late Carlos Chavez, who died at 47 following a 34-day battle with COVID-19.

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Officials Push for New Solutions to Homelessness in East County

News Date
03/22/22
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Anderson and Board Chair Nathan Fletcher are trying to bring a greater sense of urgency [to homelessness] these days.

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Opinion: Starting with Meals, We Can Help At-Risk Seniors Avoid Homelessness

News Date
03/18/22
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Serving Seniors serves meals 365 days a year to seniors in all areas of San Diego County either by direct delivery or hosting seniors at one of its dining sites.

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San Diego Supervisors ask Gov. Newsom to suspend 51-cent gas tax for a year

News Date
03/15/22
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Desmond and Anderson, Republicans who represent largely rural areas, said the price hikes fall hardest on workers who live far from cities and have long commutes.

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Dozens helped at East County Homeless Resource Fair

News Date
03/12/22
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In direct response to growing homeless encampments in unincorporated El Cajon, local leaders put together an East County Homeless Resource Fair Saturday to serve as a one stop shop for those unsheltered to get the help that they need.

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Supervisors Approve Anderson's Neighborhood Reinvestment Program Grant Alloctions

News Date
03/12/22
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San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson awarded more than a dozen organizations in East County with funds from the Neighborhood Reinvestment Program (NRP) grant at the March 1, 2022, Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Guest column: Local non-profits and charities find success in Poway Committee

News Date
03/10/22
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Most residents know the Poway Chamber of Commerce for its support of local businesses, but less may know of the Chamber’s efforts to support organizations that focus on improving the Poway community and the greater society.

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Supervisors propose solution to drop California’s gas prices

News Date
03/07/22
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San Diego County’s historically high gas prices are hitting drivers’ wallets like never before. But two county supervisors have proposed a solution they say would ease some of that financial burden.

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First San Diego County Chefs Apply for Microenterprise Home Kitchens

News Date
02/25/22
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a two-year, temporary authorization in January to let people countywide operate mini-restaurants out of their homes serving up to 30 in-person, take-out or delivery meals a day, with a maximum of 60 a week.

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Joint Operation Targeting Illegal Pot Shops Sees Success in East San Diego County: DA

News Date
02/17/22
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In a joint announcement, law enforcement, prosecutors and county leaders touted enforcement targeting unlicensed dispensaries, with particular success in the unincorporated areas of East County.

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Nearly all illegal marijuana dispensaries shut down in East County, officials say

News Date
02/17/22
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Regional law enforcement leaders said Thursday that they have shut down nearly all unlicensed dispensaries in eastern San Diego County, where the problem was concentrated over several years.

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By 3-2 Vote, Suprvisors Approve Plan to Identify Infill Areas in Unincorporated Areas Where New Homes Would be Exempt from Vehicle Mileage Tax

News Date
02/17/22
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The three Supervisors with substantial unincorporated areas in their districts following redistricting split their votes, with Chair Nathan Fletcher in favor, but Supervisors Joel Anderson and Jim Desmond opposed.

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Local Citizen Recognized for Providing Warmth to East County Homeless

News Date
02/10/22
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An East County native passionate about helping people in need hosted her own blanket drive for an important cause this winter.

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Guest Commentary: Ramona Chamber’s special relationship with seniors

News Date
02/09/22
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When most people think of the Ramona Chamber of Commerce, they picture the bustling businesses lining Main Street that welcome visitors and locals alike and define the spirit of Ramona.

However, those who look a little closer will soon discover that the Ramona Chamber is much more than a federation of local businesses; it is a group of dedicated public servants who ensure none of their neighbors get left behind — especially its senior community.

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County Supervisors unanimously vote to prevent seniors form losing their homes

News Date
02/09/22
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisors Joel Anderson and Terra Lawson-Remer will introduce a joint-board letter at Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting asking county staff to design a pilot program that would provide a “shallow rent subsidy” to low-income, rent-burdened older adults who are imminently at-risk of homelessness.

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County approves strategy for backcountry housing

News Date
02/09/22
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County Supervisor Joel Anderson says he sees San Diego's housing crunch all over.

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Program for emergency shelters, funding for homeless approved

News Date
02/08/22
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a program that includes emergency shelters for homeless residents, along with funds to cover personal needs such as clothing or medicine.

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San Diego County Supervisors propose pilot program to help low-income seniors avoid homelessness

News Date
02/08/22
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San Diego County Supervisors Joel Anderson and Terra Lawson-Remer will introduce a joint-board letter at Tuesday's Board of Supervisors meeting asking county staff to design a pilot program that would provide a "shallow rent subsidy" to low-income, rent-burdened older adults who are imminently at-risk of homelessness.

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Santee Lakes Staff Recognized for Successful Trout Re-Opener

News Date
02/03/22
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For professional and novice fishermen alike, the commencement of trout restocking at Santee Lakes is a cause for celebration.

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County Supervisors move forward with alternative housing planning

News Date
01/30/22
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In the past, getting zoning approval for shelter space in San Diego County could take up to two years and require costly payments. Now, after the Board of Supervisors unanimously amended a zoning ordinance on Wednesday, there will be fewer obstacles for multiple kinds of safe shelter and housing options, which could especially serve East County.

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Supervisors back plan to address anticipated public safety officer shortages

News Date
01/27/22
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At the January 25 Board of Supervisors meeting, Supervisors Joel Anderson, who represents East County communities of District 2, and Jim Desmond, who represents the North County communities of District 5, presented a board letter urging the County to be prepared to face upcoming public safety personnel shortages throughout the region as vaccine mandates, retirements, recruitment and retention issues impact staffing levels.

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San Diego supervisors explore how they can cut traffic while adding more homes

News Date
01/27/22
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Facing the combined challenges of climate change and a housing shortage, the County Board of Supervisors Wednesday considered plans to encourage new home development while reducing the number of vehicle trips by residents.

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San Diego County Supervisors formally approve home kitchen program

News Date
01/26/22
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In a unanimous vote Wednesday, San Diego County Supervisors officially gave the green light to micro-enterprise home kitchens, as part of a two-year program. Supervisors approved a second reading of the ordinance allowing the operation of home kitchens, or "MEHKOs," which will take effect in 30 days.

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County Board of Supervisors works to find solution for public safety shortages

News Date
01/25/22
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Across the county, there have been concerns about public safety as San Diego Law Enforcement deals with serious staffing shortages. Today the Board of County Supervisors took the first step towards finding a solution. Supervisors gave the Sheriff's Department 180 days to work with the county to develop a plan to deal with law enforcement staffing shortages.

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Hiring, Retention Trouble Have San Diego County Bracing for Possible Law Enforcement Shortage

News Date
01/25/22
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County supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to develop plans to address potential Sheriff's Department staffing shortages. As requested in a letter by Supervisors Joel Anderson and Jim Desmond, the board directed Helen Robbins-Meyer, chief administrative officer, to return within 180 days with updates and recommendations.

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CPUC delays action on controversial rooftop solar rate change

News Date
01/21/22
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The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) unveiled a proposal on December 13 that would take away most financial incentives for homeowners or businesses to install solar power.  But after backlash from outraged consumers and elected officials, the CPUC has postponed action.

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County’s New District Boundaries Take Effect

News Date
01/18/22
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More than 1 million San Diego County residents ― three out of every 10 ― woke up Saturday in a new supervisorial district. The boundaries of their County districts were revised by an independent redistricting commission that worked for a year with public input.

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Opinion: We’re legalizing home-based food businesses to help San Diegans

News Date
01/13/22
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After a public hearing and a unanimous vote at Wednesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting, San Diego County is about to start an exciting new program that will allow people to sell food prepared in their homes.

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The first reading of Home Kitchen Ordinance was approved unanimously on Wednesday

News Date
01/13/22
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On Good Evening San Diego, KUSI’s Logan Byrnes talked with Supervisor Joel Anderson to talk about the approval.

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Supervisors OK First Step Toward Home Kitchen Trial Program

News Date
01/12/22
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Wednesday voted unanimously to take the first step toward allowing micro-enterprise home kitchens in the county, as part of a temporary program.

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San Diego cooking entrepreneurs rally for home-based kitchen businesses

News Date
01/10/22
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San Diego home-based cooking entrepreneurs rallied at waterfront park on Sunday to urge county leaders to pass an ordinance that would legalize and set up a permit system for Small home kitchen operations.

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Elected leaders discuss priorities for 2022

News Date
01/06/22
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County Supervisor Joel Anderson will be representing Rancho Bernardo and 4S Ranch in addition to Poway now that the boundaries of District 2 have changed.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson on what is to come in 2022

News Date
01/01/22
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Supervisor Joel Anderson joined KUSI’s Elizabeth Alvarez on “Good Morning San Diego” to discuss updates on what is to come in San Diego County in 2022.

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La Mesa Chamber hosts toy drive for military families

News Date
12/17/21
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This December, the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce provided an opportunity for members of the community to give back and support military families from Liberty Military Housing at their annual Toy Drive.

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Fire Prevention & Suppression Grants Awarded to County

News Date
12/17/21
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At the December 7 meeting, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved receiving more than $5 million in grants for wildfire prevention, suppression, and preparedness, such as creating defensible space and increasing training.

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The man behind Poway’s Tree of Lights

News Date
12/15/21
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For over three decades, Tom Farley has provided the people of Poway with a bright beacon of Christmas spirit in the form of a 78-foot Christmas tree made entirely of lights.

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Tofu House opens third location in College Area

News Date
12/10/21
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Tofu House SDSU celebrated its Grand Opening on Thursday, Nov. 18 with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the College Area Business District.

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Computer Giveaway Benefits Children in Foster Care

News Date
12/09/21
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The County of San Diego is once again teaming up with the San Diego County Futures Foundation to brighten the holidays for local children in foster care.

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Why Jamul residents should be concerned about SANDAG’s latest proposed changes

News Date
12/09/21
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As a member of the SANDAG Board of Directors, I want to update you on the draft 2021 Regional Plan developed by SANDAG staff and the potential impact of the plan on Jamul residents. The plan will be voted on and finalized at the December 10, 2021 SANDAG Board meeting. 

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Promises Kept: Supervisor Joel Anderson Keeps East County's Lakes Open

News Date
12/03/21
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Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, public access to many of the lakes in East County was threatened due to budget cuts. Since the recreational activities at our lakes like fishing, hiking, and boating are naturally "socially distanced" and healthy activities, many in our community were outraged by these closures.

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Red Cross Volunteers Honored for Response to El Cajon Apartment Fire

News Date
12/03/21
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Local American Red Cross volunteers sprung to action this fall and responded to the scene of a burning apartment complex in El Cajon.

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Parks Appreciation Day at MacArthur Park

News Date
11/26/21
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The La Mesa Park & Recreation Foundation brought the community together for an Earth Day celebration on November 6th at their Parks Appreciation Day event.

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Cities Are Eyeing Shelters for Their Homeless Populations

News Date
11/22/21
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Cities across San Diego County are paving the way for new shelters to serve their growing homeless populations.

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Supervisor Anderson Takes Action to Expand Access at Local Lakes

News Date
11/18/21
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San Diego County Supervisors on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve Supervisor Joel Anderson’s proposal aimed at expanding access to local lakes where hours have been cut back during the pandemic.

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Supervisors Updated on Climate Action Plan to Reduce Carbon Emissions to Net Zero

News Date
11/17/21
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San Diego County supervisors were told Wednesday that plans to reduce the region’s carbon emissions to zero by 2035 are achievable, but will require collaboration between local governments and multiple agencies.

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Supervisors Approve Developing Ordinance to Eliminate Discrimination Against Women

News Date
11/16/21
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County supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved the development of an ordinance, based on a United Nations treaty, to eliminate discrimination against women.

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County supervisors support stopping new offshore drilling in SoCal

News Date
11/16/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted unanimously to support a congressional bill aimed at prohibiting new offshore oil drilling in Southern California.

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Green Elementary students host Pledge of Allegiance at supes meeting

News Date
11/12/21
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On the morning of Oct. 19, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors began their regular meeting with special virtual guests: first grade students from Myron Green Elementary School in San Carlos. 

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'We're allowing the hecklers' voice to force our hand' | Supervisors pass policy changes to limit disruptive conduct at meetings

News Date
11/10/21
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When his name was called to vote, Anderson answered, "Sadly, no." He said he strongly condemned the hateful remarks made last week, but that residents, especially rural communities, need more time to review agenda items.

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County Supervisors Approve Consultant to Seek Out River Park Funding

News Date
11/03/21
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Supervisor Joel Anderson, a member of the San Diego River Conservancy’s governing board, said he wants to ensure that the new consultant will also work on community outreach.

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Supervisors Approve Anderson Proposal for Homeless Shelters and Services in East County

News Date
10/30/21
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On Tuesday, Supervisors approved a measure introduced by Supervisor Joel Anderson to bring help to homeless people in East County..

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Under SANDAG transit tax plan, bang for the buck won't be equal

News Date
10/29/21
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In a letter to SANDAG, County Supervisor Joel Anderson, a SANDAG board member who represents East County, said the per-mile fee would unfairly impact many in his district, who have no alternative to driving.

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Blo Blow Dry Bar cuts ribbon for new owner

News Date
10/22/21
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The local beauty salon held a ribbon cutting ceremony this September to celebrate their new membership with the La Mesa Chamber of Commerce as well as their new ownership.  A representative from Supervisor Joel Anderson’s office joined the event and awarded the business with a Certificate of Recognition.

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County to seek more shelters, homeless services

News Date
10/20/21
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Shelters, safe parking lots, outreach and other services for homeless people could be coming to locations throughout San Diego County under an action unanimously supported by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.

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County Begins to Place Long-Life Batteries in Traffic Signals as Prep for Outages, Emergencies

News Date
10/08/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors, prompted by Desmond and Supervisor Joel Anderson, called in March to look for ways to reduce the potential impacts of the shutoffs, including backup power at major intersections.

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Supervisors Take Stand Against Sexual Predator Placements in County

News Date
10/08/21
Short Description

By a unanimous vote, San Diego County Supervisors adopted a proposal by Supervisor Jim Desmond to oppose all future placements of sexually violent predators in the county until state law is changed to allow participation by local governments – including veto power.

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County Supervisor Joel Anderson on helping resettle refugees in San Diego

News Date
10/07/21
Short Description

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson joined ABC 10News anchors Jim Patton and Virginia Cha to discuss the potential of helping Afghanistan refugees resettle in the county and what officials can do to help.

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Supervisor Anderson: We want to make sure all protections are in place against SVP ‘dumping’

News Date
10/06/21
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On Tuesday, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to keep SVP placements out of the county.

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Supervisors support plan for Afghan refugee resettlement

News Date
10/05/21
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The county Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a comprehensive plan for Afghan refugee housing and resettlement Tuesday.

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Verifying compliance during the sexually violent predator placement process

News Date
10/04/21
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As San Diego County continues tackling the issue of where to place sexually violent predators, Supervisor Joel Anderson, representing District 2, joined KUSI’s Ginger Jeffries on Good Evening San Diego to discuss what action he is taking.

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Gratitude for service

News Date
10/01/21
Short Description

San Diego County District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson (right) presented Serving Seniors President and CEO, Paul Downey with a certificate of recognition in honor of its decades of providing services to low-income and homeless older adults in San Diego County, including in East County communities.

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The county listened

News Date
09/17/21
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Most of us that live in Alpine have traveled thru the Alpine Blvd./Arnold /West Victoria intersection and the confusing signage if in the left lane on West Victoria that allows a right turn onto Arnold from the left lane. I presented this problem to Supervisor Joel Anderson...

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Supervisors Anderson & Vargas in Support of Homes Kitchens

News Date
09/17/21
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Thursday, September 9, Supervisor Joel Anderson and Vice Chair Nora Vargas hosted a press conference in support of "MEHKOs", or microenterprise home kitchen operations.

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Ramona Stater Bros. employees honored for courage as essential workers by Supervisor Anderson

News Date
09/15/21
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Grocery store employees at Stater Bros. Markets in Ramona received a surprise visit from District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson, who honored them for their dedication to the community as essential workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Supervisor Anderson asks public to take survey on improving County transparency

News Date
09/11/21
Short Description

For his first initiative as County Supervisor, East County’s representative Joel Anderson established the Transparency Subcommittee to solicit ideas from the public to improve access and participation with their County government. At a recent hearing, over 60 people attended and hundreds sent in comments with “great suggestions to ensure the public’s interest is best served,” says Anderson.

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Cravory Cookies opens in College Area

News Date
09/10/21
Short Description

On Aug. 26, Cravory Cookies celebrated the grand opening of their new College Area location with local families, lots of laughs, and gourmet cookies. A representative of County Supervisor Joel Anderson, Mariko Nakawatase, presented the Cravory Cookies team with an official Certificate of Recognition congratulating them on their new business venture.

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San Diego County Board's Transparency Committee holds first public meeting

News Date
09/07/21
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Plenty of people filled the seats at the San Diego County Board of Supervisors chambers on Tuesday evening.

They had gathered for the first public meeting of the Transparency Committee held by Supervisors Joel Anderson and Nora Vargas.

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Supervisor Anderson opposes declaring ‘COVID-19 misinformation’ a public health crisis

News Date
09/03/21
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Late Tuesday evening, the Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 down party lines to declare “COVID- 19 misinformation” a public health crisis and to adopt a series of recommendations to actively combat it. County Supervisor Joel Anderson, who voted no, discussed his opposition with KUSI’s Matt Prichard on Good Evening San Diego.

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County Joins Region’s Largest Government-Run Power Purchasing Agency

News Date
09/01/21
Short Description

With the 3-2 party-line vote, customers in the county would automatically shift to San Diego Community Power’s energy rates unless they opt to stay with SDG&E at an appointed date. Republican Supervisors Jim Desmond and Joel Anderson, who both represent large swaths of rural unincorporated county land, opposed the decision.

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San Diego County Declares COVID Misinformation 'Public Health Crisis'

News Date
09/01/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday night approved a measure declaring medical misinformation a public health crisis. The board voted 3-2 to approve the measure at the end of a 15-hour meeting. All three Democrats on the board voted to approve the measure, and two Republicans voted against it.

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Santa Ysabel bakery honored for supporting community during pandemic

News Date
09/01/21
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The staff at Dudley’s Bakery in Santa Ysabel has received special recognition from San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson.

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San Diego County Supervisors OK Federal Pandemic Funds To Help Fire Districts

News Date
08/31/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved transferring $4 million in federal funds to independent fire protection districts to help them combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Some kids returned from Afghanistan are back in Cajon Valley classrooms

News Date
08/30/21
Short Description

The Cajon Valley Union School District confirmed that three families stranded in Afghanistan are safely back in El Cajon.

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, who last week wrote a letter to President Biden about the gravity of the situation for his constituents, said on Monday that he was relieved to hear that the El Cajon kids returned safely and “are back in school where they belong.”

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Benefits of an internship

News Date
08/27/21
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The beginning of my final quarter at the University of California – San Diego, I was distressed. I had decided that I no longer desired to attend law school and was increasingly anxious that my lack of direction and a resume would leave me unemployed after graduation. Thankfully, a representative of then- California State Senator Joel Anderson came to my class to speak about Anderson’s internship program.

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Pendleton Marines Among Casualties as 2 More San Diego Families Escape Kabul

News Date
08/27/21
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Two more San Diego-area families that were trapped in the Kabul region of Afghanistan have successfully been evacuated from the country, a congressman said Friday, while two Camp Pendleton Marines were identified among the casualties of a deadly suicide bombing.

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson wrote a letter to President Joe Biden on Thursday urging the State Department’s assistance in evacuating the families.

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Legal Marijuana Shops Are Taking on the Black Market

News Date
08/19/21
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“I’m in a tough spot,” Anderson said. “I absolutely support legal cannabis businesses, but I also have a duty to my constituents, who are rightly and loudly complaining about the harm done to them by these illegal dispensaries. It is affecting quality of life and the safety of their communities.”

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Supervisors OK proposal for more law enforcement on illegal pot shops

News Date
08/17/21
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The proposal by Supervisor Joel Anderson allows the county to speed up the receivership process, allowing the county to take control of properties whose owners have repeatedly violated the law by illegally selling cannabis.

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Notes from Joel: Prepare against wildfires

News Date
08/13/21
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With hot temperatures and strong winds approaching San Diego County, it’s time for us to prepare for potential wildfires. East County is especially prone to wildfires, so each of us has an individual responsibility to prepare ahead of time and be ready to evacuate. Although the backcountry is typically hit the hardest, it’s not unlikely that a fire could start in the Mission Trails area.

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Supervisor Anderson plans to increase enforcement capabilities against illegal pot shops

News Date
08/12/21
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Supervisor Joel Anderson introduced an ordinance that would expedite the receivership process for County Counsel to take control of properties that have repeatedly violated the law by selling cannabis in unincorporated communities.

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Lakeside library closer to reality

News Date
08/06/21
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The new Lakeside Library groundbreaking, held July 29 at its future site on Woodside Avenue, was less about the upcoming construction and more about announcing some of the elements library stakeholders included in an effort to meet community needs.

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County: Be ready for wildfire risk

News Date
07/30/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors July 13 approved spending $2.5 million on roadside vegetation management, followed by a July 16 Wildfire Preparedness bulletin generally warning East County residents: wildfire prevention is being funded but residents have to plan ahead.

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San Diego expands cool zones, free rides during heat waves

News Date
07/28/21
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San Diego County leaders Wednesday announced several ways for seniors, people with underlying health conditions and residents who are easily affected when temperatures rise to keep cool during heat waves -- including free cool zones, fans, drinking fountains and free transportation.

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SANDAG board moves ahead with project labor agreement negotiations

News Date
07/23/21
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The regional planning board responsible for the infrastructure needs of San Diego County voted Friday to open negotiations with local labor leaders for an agreement that would ensure construction workers on future projects are paid union wages.

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San Diego County officials tout wildfire response, urge residents to prepare

News Date
07/16/21
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County leaders presented plans Friday for a quick response to wildfires and discussed recent investments in wildfire prevention. During a press conference at Gillespie Field in which they residents were urged to take steps to protect their homes, Supervisors Joel Anderson and Nathan Fletcher were joined by representatives from Cal Fire, the county Fire Protection District, San Diego Sheriff's Department and San Diego Fire-Rescue.

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San Diego County tackles housing shortage with general plan changes

News Date
07/15/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors took steps to resolve regional housing shortages Wednesday by approving amendments to the housing and safety elements of the county’s general plan and by adding a new environmental justice element to it.

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Anderson’s Corner: Supervisors support Anderson’s plan to shut down illegal pot shops

News Date
07/14/21
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San Diego County District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson, who represents cities and communities in the East County, garnered support from his board colleagues to allocate additional funds in the 20-21 fiscal year budget passed June 29 toward shutting down illegal cannabis dispensaries, or “pot shops.”

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County approves $7.2 billion budget with big investments in mental health, public safety

News Date
06/29/21
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Supervisor Joel Anderson underscored the importance of county government to his constituents, many of whom live in unincorporated communities outside of city boundaries and count on the county for public services.

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County’s COVID-19 relief funds get a boost

News Date
06/25/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors allocated more than $650 million of American Rescue Plan Act funds, known as ARPA funding on June 8 with the majority of the dollars slated for ongoing COVID-19 response costs, homeless services and small business support.

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County sets pot guidelines

News Date
06/18/21
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At the San Diego County Board of Supervisor’s meeting on June 9, the board voted for specific details to staff after giving its 90-day report in providing economic and equity access for the cannabis industry in the county.

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Supervisors Approve Plan to Spend Nearly $650M Federal Aid, Emphasis on COVID Response

News Date
06/08/21
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A draft plan for spending nearly $650 million in American Rescue Plan funding, with an emphasis on helping San Diego County residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, was approved Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson reacts to SVP not being placed at Mt. Helix home

News Date
05/20/21
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A judge has ruled that a 78-year-old second sexually violent predator recommended for supervised release at a residence in the Mount Helix neighborhood will not be placed at the home.

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Anderson addresses support for his communities who are living at poverty level

News Date
05/19/21
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors Tuesday unanimously approved a transfer of nearly $16.7 million in funding for numerous infrastructure projects, including a bridge in Del Mar and youth center in the Mira Mesa neighborhood.

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Supervisors To Debate Fees For Development In Car-Centric Areas

News Date
05/17/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors is set this week to discuss a proposal that would slap new fees on development in car-centric communities, with the goal of incentivizing growth in more urban neighborhoods.

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Press conference held at rejected placement site for sexually violent predator

News Date
05/11/21
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Mount Helix residents are celebrating the first victory in the legal battle to fight the placement of sexually violent predators in their neighborhood.

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SVP placement irks Anderson

News Date
05/07/21
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District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson held a press conference on April 18, condemning the “dumping” of sexually violent predators in East County.

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Supervisors approve better public notification on sex offenders

News Date
05/05/21
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The San Diego County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved methods intended to increase public notification about registered sex offenders and placement of sexually violent predators.

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Supervisor Joel Anderson: Too Many Sex Offenders Are Being Placed In East County Homes

News Date
04/28/21
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On a sunny spring day in El Cajon’s Wells Park, a call for equity from Supervisor Joel Anderson; equity when it comes to the placement of sexually violent predators who’ve done their time, and now must be released.

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County OKs Dept. of Homeless Solutions

News Date
04/23/21
Short Description

The County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on April 6 to create a centralized Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities that would fall under the larger county department of Health and Human Services.

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Judge to decide if predator will live in East County neighborhood

News Date
04/20/21
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Elected officials and residents weighed in Tuesday on the proposed placement of a convicted sex offender in a supervised home in the Mount Helix neighborhood.

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Guest column: Protecting our region from wildfires

News Date
04/16/21
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Those of us who live in San Diego County know that the best way to protect our homes and property from wildfires is by doing whatever can be done, not during or after a crisis, but before an event occurs.

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San Diego County will update the housing element in its general plan

News Date
04/12/21
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San Diego County is considering adding an environmental justice element to its general plan, updating its safety plans, and adjusting its housing plans to discourage residential development in sites with very high natural hazards.

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County creates homeless department, launches North County outreach

News Date
04/07/21
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The county’s efforts to help homeless people will expand beyond the unincorporated area and into cities as part of a new department created by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 6.

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San Diego County moves to join a community choice energy program

News Date
04/07/21
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The· San Diego County Supervisory Board Late Tuesday night, the county’s unincorporated region takes a step towards joining one of two community selective aggregation programs in the region that act as an alternative to San Diego Gas & Electric for energy contract purchases.

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Supervisors OK COVID-related grants, discuss future ARPA funding

News Date
04/06/21
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted today to accept nearly $124 million in state funding for with contact tracing, mitigation and other strategies in combating further spread of the coronavirus.

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County Supervisors Back House Bill to Bolster Firearms Background Checks

News Date
04/06/21
Short Description

The county Board of Supervisors Tuesday voted 3-2 to support state and federal legislation that furthers gun safety reforms, including stronger background checks for firearm purchases.

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Anderson’s Corner: The supervisor’s first monthly column

News Date
03/31/21
Short Description

Hello friends. As you may know, I was sworn in on Jan. 4 to represent you on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors after the retirement of former Supervisor Dianne Jacob, who served our community well. I wanted to take a moment and let you know of the ways that my office can be of assistance to you.

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County Supervisors OK Lease For Future Warehouse In El Cajon

News Date
03/17/21
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a 50-year ground lease for a property near Gillespie Field on Wednesday where a 141,360-square-foot distribution center is planned.

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Supervisor Anderson plays key role in allowing craft breweries to resume normal operations

News Date
03/16/21
Short Description

Thanks to work done by San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, San Diego craft breweries will now be allowed to operate and serve alcohol on their premises without having to serve food; which was a requirement put in place by Gov. Newsom . . .

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San Diego County extends timeline for introducing new cannabis permits

News Date
03/05/21
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors had planned to roll out a new permitting process for cannabis businesses in six months, but they decided Wednesday to push that back.

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SD County Supervisors OK $6.4M To Clean Up El Monte Preserve

News Date
03/03/21
Short Description

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Wednesday in favor of spending $6.4 million to preserve open space, protect habitat and ensure proper cleanup of the El Monte River Valley property it purchased from the Helix Water District last month.

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County Supervisors Want More Input Before Cannabis Ordinance Vote

News Date
03/03/21
Short Description

County supervisors Wednesday voted 4-1 to seek more public feedback before approving any policies that would promote economic access and social equity in the cannabis industry in unincorporated communities.

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San Diego County Supervisors vote to end charging jail inmates for phone calls

News Date
03/02/21
Short Description

County supervisors Tuesday unanimously voted to end the practice of charging jail inmates for phone calls and video visits. During its virtual meeting, the board also directed Chief Administrative Officer Helen-Robbins Meyer to restructure or terminate the existing contract with Securus Technologies.

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Supervisors Advance Ordinance to Make Home-Kitchen Program Permanent

News Date
11/02/03
Short Description

The Board of Supervisors has tentatively approved a proposed ordinance that would permanently allow micro-enterprise home kitchens in the county during its Tuesday, Nov. 8 meeting.



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