Governor’s Appointments
Weeks ago, Governor Newsom made clear during his State of the State address what his charge would be during his term as California’s Governor. Newsom seems to be proactive on taking necessary steps to address housing and confront climate change. To help with these efforts, he has appointed several new individuals:
- Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg to be California’s “housing Czar” on the newly formed Commission on Homelessness & Supportive Housing
- Tia Boatman-Patterson, Senior Advisor on Housing
- David Hochschild, Chair, California Energy Commission
- Janea Scott, Vice Chair, California Energy Commission
The AIA CA will reach out to Mayor Steinberg and other leaders who are working diligently to tackle these important issues. To participate in the conversation and hear how others within the profession are addressing housing solutions, consider registering for the 2019 Housing Forum: http://housingforum.aiacc.org/
Bill Introductions Concluded for 2019 Legislative Session
The California legislature introduced 2,576 new bills for the 2019 legislative session by the February 22 bill introduction deadline. The AIA CA is currently reviewing and identifying bills of interest to the profession. We will provide a more in-depth analysis within the coming weeks.
Sales Tax on Services
The AIA California has been proactively actively engaged in one particular issue that is harmful should it pass and be signed into law. The AIA CA has joined a coalition to fight sales tax on services, including architectural services and will update members when there is more to share.
Citizen Architect
AIA CA is trying to identify architects who serve their communities as elected or appointed officials, such as elected members of a city council or school board, appointed members of a planning commission, or a design review board who could participate in the AIA CA Citizen Architects program. If you are a Citizen Architect, or have an interest in being more involved in your local community, engaging in leadership positions or participating in opportunities that will bring our citizen architects to the forefront, contact Melissa Barton 916-642-1711/mbarton@aiacc.org