La Jolla Democratic Club

La Jolla, California

February 2020

The LJDC Monthly Meeting
Sunday, February 9, 2020
2 - 4:30 pm

The Program:
Pros and Cons of Measure C (The Convention Center Expansion)

A discussion moderated by Cory Briggs, candidate for San Diego City Attorney
Speaking Against Measure C will be Michael McConnell
Speaking in Favor of Measure C will be Stephen Russell

Michael McConnell, a San Diego businessman became interested in addressing homelessness. Rather than approaching his philanthropy as an individual, charitable endeavor, Michael connected with other philanthropists and local and national leaders, to establish a thriving Funders Together affiliate in San Diego. These conversations prompted him to focus on improving data and research as fundamental to addressing homelessness in San Diego.

Stephen Russell, a graduate of the NewSchool of Architecture & Design and a 23-year history working in community and economic development in the Mid-City region of San Diego. He has served and advised on many boards relating to housing and other issues such as redevelopment, infrastructure financing, and small business support. He's currently a Board Member of Civic San Diego, Housing California, and the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA).

Additionally, at the meeting there will be a Kickoff for the La Jolla GO (Grassroots Organizing) Team. Lead by a GO Team Staff organizer, they will be doing voter contact and handing out the official County Democratic Party Voting Recommendations Door-hanger for the March 3rd Primary Election. Hopefully, a few of our club members who are not already doing so, may be inspired to work the precinct around their homes.

Community Room @ AMC La Jolla 12 Theater
8657 Villa La Jolla Drive
San Diego, CA 92037
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