Past Events

On Tuesday, March 9th, from 4:00pm-5:00pm, my office will be partnering with the San Diego & Imperial Small Business Development Center to offer small businesses a comprehensive review of all the services and resources available to them at this time. Attendees can expect to hear about specialty services for minority-owned businesses, ongoing federal assistance, and may also get some insight into what to expect with the rollout for newly announced state relief funding.

Those interested in attending are encouraged to email questions in advance of the event so that they can be included in the program. If you have a question you'd like to hear answered, please email it to Assemblymember.BoernerHorvath@assembly.ca.gov with "Small Business Webinar Question" in the subject line by Monday, March 8th.

To register for this webinar, please submit a Zoom RSVP  — all you need to provide is your name and your email address to receive a link to join in your inbox. For more information about this webinar, please call my district office. 

More About the SBDC: 
In addition to being the primary regional partner for businesses accessing state small business relief grants, SBDC offers a variety of trainings, workshops, and specialized services to help small businesses navigate the many layers of government assistance and regulatory relief. The San Diego & Imperial SBDC Network provides a vast array of no- and low- cost support to entrepreneurs and small businesses through their nine locations/sub-contractors, including their North County location in Carlsbad. The SBDC’s top priority is to empower small business creation and growth to achieve job creation and retention, capital investments, and dynamic innovation that improves the quality of life in San Diego and Imperial counties.

Senior citizens are unfortunately some of the most common victims of scams and fraud schemes. In fact, 1 in 18 seniors has been the victim of a scam or financial fraud. With so many new types of fraud becoming prevalent these days, it's important to stay informed about what to watch out for.

On Tuesday, February 9th from 10am-12pm, my office will be presenting our second annual Senior Scam Stopper Seminar in partnership with the Contractors State License Board, this time via Zoom! This forum is designed to help you or a loved one protect yourself from various types of fraud, from identity theft and telephone scams to financial, insurance, and mail fraud. Seniors, their families, and caregivers are welcome to virtually attend this seminar.

To join us, please click the button below to register and receive an automatic email with a link to join the Zoominar on February 9th. 

On Thursday, December 3rd from 4-5pm, I will be hosting another Tele-Town Hall discussion, this time on applying for college and how to pay for higher education. I will be joined by professionals in admissions and financial aid who will provide parents and guardians with some tips for what to look out for as their high schooler is going through the process, and some advice to students as they navigate different application requirements. We will also discuss financial aid and explore scholarship opportunities available to students from a variety of backgrounds.

I will be joined by: 

On November 17th from 10-11am, I will be hosting a virtual awards ceremony for the recipients of the 2020 Veteran & Military Service Awards and their families. In the month of October, the North County community responded to the call for nominations with a diverse array of nominees. These nominees were chosen because of their outstanding service to the people of Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, and Camp Pendleton. 

The recipients by category are as follows: 

• Excellence in Advocacy: Hon. Donald F. Armento 
• Excellence in Mentorship: Ericka Paez 
• Excellence in the Arts: W.B. May
• Excellence in Leadership: Col. Gary Johnston (Ret.) 
• Military Spouse of the Year: Emily Woods
• Veteran Volunteer of the Year: LCDR Tracy Owens, (Ret.) 
• Organizational Award: Veterans Association of North County
• Blue Star Families: Staci Holt, Maggie Meza, & Laura Torres
• Excellence in Service: California National Guard

All are welcome to tune in and take part in celebrating this group of individuals and organizations. The public will be able to watch the ceremony and use the chat function but will not be able to share audio or video. To join the ceremony as a participant, please click the button below to RSVP via Zoom and receive a link for joining in your email inbox. 
 

Have you ever thought about serving the public on a state commission or board? Whether it's clean air, public lands, jobs, or even a profession like dentistry, there are all kinds of opportunities to help make an impact on a variety of issues, gain professional experience, and serve the public.

I’ll be partnering with the Office of Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon to host a panel discussion about everything you need to know about serving on a commission or a board. We’ll be joined by a group of current board and commission members who will explain what it means to serve and answer your questions about the application process. 

This will be an audio-only virtual forum. You can dial in with either a cell or home phone.

Call-in: (978) 990-5158
Access Code: 2477815

Question can be submitted ahead of time to Assemblymember.BoernerHorvath@assembly.ca.gov with the subject line "Townhall Question" by 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 29 . Questions sent during the town hall will be included, time permitting. For those who are unable to call in at this time, a recording of the call will be posted on my Town Hall webpage.
 

Join me for my next Tele-Town Hall on Thursday, October 15 from 4-5pm! This time, we’ll be talking about child wellness in the context of all of the changes and disruptions that have occurred due to COVID-19.

We will discuss many common questions and concerns parents have on their child’s wellness and how it impacts their growth, their resiliency, and the health of their caregivers as well. This town hall will offer parents, guardians, and caregivers some tips and strategies for how to support children’s mental and physical well-being during this time. I’ll be joined by professionals in pediatric and adolescent care who will provide some useful insights and advice on these topics.

This is an audio-only virtual forum. You can dial in with either your cell or home phone.

Call-in: (978) 990-5158
Access Code: 2477815

Question can be submitted ahead of time to Assemblymember.BoernerHorvath@assembly.ca.gov with the subject line "Townhall Question" by 2p.m. on Thursday, October 15. Questions sent during the town hall will be included, time permitting. For those who are unable to call in, a recording of the call will be posted on my Town Hall webpage.

Join me for another Tele-Town Hall on Thursday, September 17 from 4-5pm! This time, I’ll be hosting two North County university presidents to talk about how their campuses are adjusting to the circumstances of the pandemic as certain in-person classes return for the fall semester. I am pleased to be joined by:

-Dr. Sunita Cooke, Ph.D. | President of MiraCosta Community College District
- Dr. Ellen J. Neufeldt, Ed.D.| President of California State University, San Maros

We’ll also be discussing student concerns about workforce issues and how colleges are addressing them. You’ll hear about how pandemic adjustments are affecting students’ career planning and where students can go to access resources before and after they enter the workforce.

This will be an audio-only virtual forum. You can dial in with either a cell or home phone.

Call-in: (978) 990-5158
Access Code: 2477815

Question can be submitted ahead of time to Assemblymember.BoernerHorvath@assembly.ca.gov with the subject line "Townhall Question" by 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 17th . Questions sent during the town hall will be included, time permitting. For those who are unable to call in at this time, a recording of the call will be posted on my Town Hall webpage.