Daily Business Report: Nov. 27, 2023
Sports wagering initiatives opposed by
California Nations Indian Gaming Association
The 52 members of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association (CNIGA) recently voted to oppose two sports wagering initiatives that were recently filed with the California Secretary of State’s office. The vote follows a meeting between the initiative proponents and the CNIGA Executive Committee.
“The entire effort surrounding these initiatives was handled abhorrently by the initiative sponsors,” said CNIGA Chairman James Siva. “It is hard not to be offended when listening to these individuals speak. This is another example of outside influences trying to divide and conquer Indian tribes. We will not let history repeat itself.”
“California tribes have been successfully engaged in the gaming market for more than four decades,” continued Siva. “This didn’t happen by mistake, nor without careful consideration on the effects to our members and our surrounding communities. Tribal leaders are the experts, and we will decide what is best for our people. Now that the sponsors have heard directly from tribes that their efforts are not supported, we call on them to drop the initiatives as they have pledged to do if tribes were to oppose them. Our opposition could not be more clear and is irrevocable.”
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Two new helicopters join the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department
Two new state-of-the-art helicopters joined the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department air fleet as part of the department’s commitment to safeguarding communities.
Sheriff Kelly A. Martinez unveiled the new fire helicopter and patrol helicopter, a $21 million investment for the two, this week at the Aerial Support to Law Enforcement Agencies base in El Cajon.
The new fire helicopter is the 412EPX. It is designed to operate in challenging environments and weather conditions typically encountered during firefighting missions.
The new patrol helicopter is the 407GXi. It is dedicated to law enforcement operations 24 hours a day.
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Attorney Sheena Alves joins Higgs Fletcher & Mack
Attorney Sheena Alves has joined Higgs Fletcher & Mack (HFM) and will be a part of the firm’s Transportation Law practice group.
In her civil litigation practice, Alves has represented clients in a variety of commercial and residential real estate matters, including purchase/sale transaction disputes, title issues, easement and boundary disputes, encroachments issues, agent/broker defense, and breach of contract disputes.
She previously practiced in a boutique family law firm assisting clients in a wide range of proceedings.
Alves earned her law degree from California Western School of Law, where she graduated cum laude.
Previously, Alves earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Criminology and Business Administration from California State University of San Bernardino.
Curebound welcomes Dani Dawson as chief development officer
Curebound, San Diego-based philanthropic organization that raises and invests strategic funding in translational cancer research projects, has named Dani Dawson as chief development officer.
Dawson is a visionary leader dedicated to fostering a culture of philanthropy. She will be responsible for leading and providing direction to Curebound’s philanthropic and development efforts.
Dawson was previously vice president of institutional advancement at California Western School of Law.
Before that, she was executive director of gift planning at UC San Diego where she led a team that achieved extraordinary success by raising over $86 million in just one year, developed a model for fundraisers to work more collaboratively across the institution, and lead an effort to compile and publish stories from philanthropic women in San Diego titled “She Who Inspires.”
MiraCosta College leads the way in sustainability
The California Community Colleges Board of Governors has awarded MiraCosta College the 2023 Energy and Sustainability Award (for a middle sized college), a testament to the district’s dedication to combating climate change in alignment with the Vision 2030 strategic plan. Simultaneously, MiraCosta College was honored as the Olivenhain Municipal Water District’s Customer of the Year, acknowledging its significant contributions to sustainable water management.
Poll shows rent control supported by voters
The latest statewide survey from the independent, nonpartisan Public Policy Institute of California shows 55 percent of likely voters support allowing local governments to enact rent control while 43 percent oppose and only 2 percent are undecided. Support is higher among renters than homeowners (76 percent to 47 percent) and varies by political affiliation, but about three in 10 Californians report worrying about the cost of housing for themselves and their family every day or almost every day.
Covered California offers affordable health care
This is the 11th year of Covered California offering affordable, quality health care coverage and financial help to Californians under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment, which began Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 31, 2024, is the time of year when Californians can sign up for health insurance or make changes to their existing health plans. Over 1.6 million Californians are enrolled in coverage.
California ranks 51st in nation for cancer screening rate
The 2023 “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that California ranks 51st in the nation for screening rates. This means that California is among the worst in the nation for screening high-risk individuals for lung disease, so more work is needed to reduce the burden of lung cancer. The American Lung Association’s 6th annual report highlights the toll of lung cancer in California and examines key indicators including new cases, survival, early diagnosis.
Global Pickleball Federation is launched
USA Pickleball, the National Governing Body for the sport of pickleball, along with pickleball federations across 28 countries, announced the launch of the Global Pickleball Federation. The mission of the GPF is to grow and promote pickleball internationally from the amateur to professional levels with integrity and purpose. Priorities for the GPF include gaining recognition by the International Olympic Committee as the International Federation for the sport of pickleball.
City accepts online applications for arts culture funding
The City of San Diego is accepting online applications for three funding opportunities in the arts and culture sector. These include the Organizational Support Program, Creative Communities San Diego and the newly introduced Impact categories. The funding supports not only general operating expenses but also projects that have a significant creative impact on the community and increase access to arts and culture in all City Council districts.
Kratos makes board of directors appointments
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc., a Technology company, has appointed retired Army Col. Brad Boyd and recently retired long-time equity fund Portfolio Manager Dan Hagen, to the Kratos Board of Directors. Boyd and Hagen both bring significant relevant and diverse experience and expertise to the Kratos board. Hagen recently retired from Peregrine Capital Management. Boyd is a visiting fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University.
