SOCEC Positions
Our Board adopted Advocacy Guidelines that serve as the foundation in determining our various positions on legislation and local initiatives. Our Advocacy Committee is quick to respond to member issues.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act – Coronavirus Relief Fund
We would like to emphasize the importance of the immediate distribution of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act or Coronavirus Relief Fund grants/monies allocated to Fifth District businesses.
Request the Delay of the implementation of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations
We respectfully request that you extend the implementation date of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, section 15064.3 until July 1, 2021.
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SB 1352: California Public Utilities Commission, Support
Recent events have shown us that an energy mix consisting of multiple fuel sources is key for ensuring that communities and first responders’ energy needs are met when disasters occur.
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SB 1386: Protecting Fire Hydrant System Funding, Support
Senate Bill 1386 reinforces the legal authority of cities and local water agencies throughout California to use property-related service charges for funding water services related to fire protection.
Request for 90-Day Postponement on Final Connect SoCal Plan Vote
Because of the current COVID-19 pandemic that has touched us all in some way we again, respectfully request a 90-day window to provide for further review of the 10,000-page plan.
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SB 1373: State Highways, SR-241, Oppose
SB 1373 could limit TCA’s ability to fund this arterial improvement, which would provide regional traffic relief and an alternate route to the often-congested I-5 freeway.
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OPPOSITION for SB 939 – UNFAIRLY NEGATES LEASES & HARMS BUSINESSES
SB 939 will put small property owners into foreclosure by forcing them to float rent for all tenants and gives restaurants the right walk away from a lease without squaring up for owed rent nor paying for property improvements.