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The ‘Silver Tsunami’ Has Arrived in Government
For years, there have been warnings about the forthcoming retirements of a large segment of the public sector’s most experienced workers. Now, it appears those retirements may be accelerating across many state and local governments. Read more: http://www.governing.com/topics/mgmt/gov-government-retirement-survey-center-state-local.html
Campaign to Prevent Elder Abuse Underway
June is Elder and Dependent Abuse Awareness Month and San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency’s Aging & Independence Services (AIS) is taking part in a statewide “Know Abuse, Report Abuse” campaign to bring awareness to the issue. Read more: http://www.countynewscenter.com/campaign-to-prevent-elder-abuse-underway/
Why a California Pension Fund is Betting on an Indiana Toll Road
U.S. pension funds are increasingly investing in the infrastructure sector both directly and indirectly. Investment in infrastructure is important to maintain roads, water treatment, energy production, and more. But it’s also proven to be a smart investment over the past three- and five- year periods according to CalPERS’ figures. U.S. plans are in some ways following in the footsteps of pension systems in other countries such as Australia, the U.K., and Canada, which have been gradually increasing their allocation to infrastructure for some time. Read more: http://www.cnbc.com/2016/05/13/why-calpers-is-betting-on-an-indiana-toll-road.html
Summer Shuttle Program Downtown Waterfront
This is the fifth year for the port shuttle service, run by Ace Parking. It will operate now through September 5, 2016. The route will take in nine stops, starting at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina on Harbor Island. The last stop is at the Marriott Marquis & Marina next to the San Diego Convention Center. Additional information is available online at www.portofsandiegoshuttle.com. Or read more about the program: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/may/25/downtown-port-shuttle/
Live Well Center Opens in South Bay
The County Health & Human Services opened its South Region Live Well Center. The first Live Well Center opened in Escondido last year and has become popular with residents. The South Region Live Well Center at National City will allow the County to better serve residents and advance its effort to have healthy, safe and thriving communities. View video: http://www.countynewscenter.com/video?v=158346