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WASHINGTON – Social Security Administration policy updates that expand access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in line with the law went into effect Sept. 30. The agency no longer includes food in In-Kind Support and Maintenance (ISM) calculations, has expanded its rental subsidy policy exception, and has expanded the definition of a public assistance household. "These changes will help more people access crucial SSI benefits," said Martin O'Malley, Commissioner of Social Security. "By simplifying and expanding our p...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced, Oct. 4 the launch of the newly redesigned website, CA.gov, the official flagship website for the State of California. This overhaul is the latest milestone in the state’s ongoing digital strategy to improve user experience, accessibility, and service delivery for millions of Californians. As the state continues to lead the way on digital innovation, this redesign reflects a commitment to making government services more efficient, accessible, and user-friendly. By leveraging tec...
SAN DIEGO – County District Attorney Summer Stephan announced Oct. 3 that Albertsons and Vons entered into a stipulated judgment and will pay $3,962,500 to settle a civil law enforcement complaint that alleged the grocer engaged in false advertising and unfair competition. Albertsons Companies, Safeway Inc., and The Vons Companies operate 589 stores in California under the brand name banners of Albertsons, Safeway, Vons and others. The action was filed in Marin County Superior Court by the prosecution team which was c...
FALLBROOK – The staff of Fallbrook Skilled Nursing announces that it is now a Community Nursing Home Contracted Facility with the Veterans Administration. They look forward to serving veterans and their families. Families and patients are welcome to tour the facility. They can also take a virtual tour on the website, www.progressivecarecenters.com. For more information, call 909-557-1125. The SNF is located at 325 Potter St. Submitted by Progressive Health Care Centers Fallbrook Skilled Nursing....
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced Oct. 2 that more than 11.5 million Californian households will automatically see savings on their October electricity bill through the California Climate Credit, funded by the state’s innovative Cap-and-Trade Program. This credit will average $71 per electric bill customer. Including credits that went out in April, Californians will receive an average of $217 in bill credits during 2024. Since 2014, Californian households have already received an average of $971 in combined automat...
The Bonsall Unified School District does not have a continuation school, but BUSD students who are not meeting Bonsall High School requirements may now continue their studies at Ivy High School in Fallbrook. A 5-0 BUSD board vote Sept. 18 approved a memorandum of understanding between the Bonsall district and the Fallbrook Union High School District for BUSD students to attend Ivy High School, which is the FUHSD continuation school. The MOU covers the 2024-25 school year, and the parties will meet prior to June 30 to determin...
The Sept. 24 meeting of the North County Fire Protection District included approval of the 2024-25 NCFPD budget. The board’s 5-0 vote adopted a budget which anticipates $27,217,100 in revenue. The budget also calls for $27,217,100 of operational and debt service expenditures and a contribution to reserves along with an $11,665,925 capital budget. “The increase in revenue the fire district is experiencing is allowing us to reinforce our infrastructure and expand services to meet the needs of our growing region,” said NCFPD...
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom announced Sept. 19 that California will begin offering residents the option to securely add their California driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet on their iPhone and Apple Watch. Californians will be able to use this new feature in person at select businesses and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoints, including at San Francisco International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. “Californians now have the option of adding their driver’s license...
Voter information pamphlets are on their way to the county’s 1.9 million registered voters for the November Presidential General Election. Remember, they look a little different now. The Registrar’s voter information pamphlets changed in March. They provide the same important information but are larger in size, like the Secretary of State’s Voter Information Guide. The Registrar’s pamphlets contain information on voting options, election deadlines, candidate statements, ballot measures and more. It also includes a sample...
County of San Diego Chief Administrative Officer Ebony Shelton announced several additions to her leadership team. After beginning her role as Chief Administrative Officer in July, one of Shelton’s first priorities was to build her leadership team to advance the county’s vision of a just, sustainable and resilient future for all. This included selecting Deputy Chief Administrative Officers to lead the county’s four operational groups and appointing an Assistant Chief Administrative Officer and a Chief Financial Officer. The c...
An attorney with 20 years' investigative experience as a special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, will serve as the new Executive Officer of the San Diego County Citizen Law Enforcement Review Board (CLERB). Brett Kalina's start date was Sept. 3, said CLERB Chairperson MaryAnne Pintar, who served on the selection committee. "Brett has extensive experience with complex, high-profile investigations involving narcotics trafficking, violent crimes, complicated...
WASHINGTON –The Federal Communications Commission announced the opening of the application window for the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, Sept. 17. During the 45-day application filing window, which will run from Sept. 17 to Nov. 1, eligible schools and libraries can apply to participate in the three-year, $200 million pilot program. Participants selected for the pilot program will receive support to defray the costs of eligible cybersecurity services and equipment, while providing the Commission with d...
WASHINGTON – The Social Security Administration announced progress this year to reduce customer burden by transitioning wet (physical) signature requirements to digital signatures for over 30 forms as well as removing the signature requirements altogether for 13 forms, Sept. 5. These actions simplify application processes for people, including removing a potential reason for claims to be sent back or denied. "Across forms that Americans use most often, we're eliminating as many pain points as possible, from helping people s...
The Registrar of Voters is seeking additional poll workers for the November Presidential General Election. Poll workers play an essential role in elections and can serve their community while earning a stipend. There is a particular need for poll workers who are bilingual in English and Chinese, Vietnamese or Filipino to work at vote centers located throughout the county. In addition, the Registrar’s office needs poll workers at select vote centers in the region who are bilingual in English and Laotian. Federal law r...
FALLBROOK – Gomez Leon is a chef at Fallbrook Café, located at 739 East Mission Road. Leon has been with the restaurant since 2005. He moved from Guanajuato Mexico 2000 and then to Fallbrook in 2005. He is currently traveling from Los Angeles where his family lives to Fallbrook 2 to 3 times a week and stays over in Fallbrook the other days. He loves working for the restaurant so much “it’s worth the trip,” he said. He works six days a week, 13 hour days. He has been cooking... Full story
FALLBROOK – An exciting development for the local community, Wealthlynk Financial has expanded its services to a "Financial Hub," bringing together a unique blend of financial expertise under one roof. This innovative business, located at 1615 S. Mission Road, Suite A, is designed to serve as a comprehensive financial hub, offering clients a seamless experience for all their wealth management needs. Wealthlynk distinguishes itself by integrating essential financial s... Full story
Two North Fire Protection District board votes Aug. 27 adjusted fees the fire and emergency medical services district bills to insurance companies. One 5-0 vote adjusted the fees charged for NCFPD ambulance calls. The other 5-0 vote updated the fee structure for the district's cost to respond to highway incidents. Both increases will take effect Oct. 1. “These are annual inflators that are based on CPI,” said NCFPD fire chief Keith McReynolds. In September 2016, the NCFPD board adopted a policy which provides an aut...
A pair of Aug. 27 Rainbow Municipal Water District board actions approved notices of completion for two projects and accepted those facilities into the district infrastructure system. One action accepted the notice of completion of the replacement for Lift Station No. 1 while accepting the facility into the Rainbow system. The other action approved the notice of completion and acceptance of emergency generators for the Huntley-Gomez and Magee pump stations. Both board votes were 4-0 with Cari Dale absent. The new lift...
Business owners are encouraged to take a survey to help the County of San Diego improve its outreach about contracting opportunities. The goal is to find out what businesses, including nonprofits, need to successfully bid or propose on providing goods and services that help the County serve the public. This information will help the county determine improvements to its procurement and contracting program and increase the diversity of businesses that successfully bid or propose for county contracts, particularly local small...
