Public Policy Update

At the Chamber’s June meeting, Holly Goldberg, PhD and Eileen Monahan discussed the Emergency Childcare Initiative – Rebuilding the Economy by Investing into Child Care. For more information on the issues, collaborations, and ARPA Funds recommendations, click here.

In addition, Gordon J. Auchincloss, Santa Barbara County Chief Assistant Director/Retired gave a presentation on the public health and safety risks related to the homeless and discussed moving forward with alternatives such as a Navigation Center, appropriate shelter, reunification, safe camping, and pallet shelters.
To view the PowerPoint, click here.