In the midst of a pandemic, the city budget process provides an opportunity to prioritize our values, plan for recovery, and invest in an inclusive economy where all San Diegans can thrive. During this time city government has an opportunity to invest in the common good, so that our communities thrive and all San Diegans are better able to achieve their full potential.

During this unprecedented global health crisis, the ability for vulnerable voters in marginalized communities to participate in the upcoming November General Election is more important than ever.

By Michelle Celleri

Going through our nation’s immigration process is hard enough as it is. Doing it while there’s a pandemic going on can feel even more overwhelming. 

Fortunately, we are here to help you and prepared to do so in the age of social distancing.

On Monday, April 6, Mayor Kevin Faulconer furloughed approximately 800 city employees due to COVID-19. Under this furlough, only full-time workers are entitled to up to two weeks of paid sick leave for a COVID-19 related reason, otherwise they must use their vacation to be paid. Full-time workers may qualify for ten additional partially-paid weeks classified as family or medical leave for a COVID-19 related school closure.