City of San Diego Work Plan 2020
The 2020 Work Plan for the City of San Diego's Economic Development & Intergovernmental Relations Committee outlines strategic priorities for the year. It focuses on fostering economic growth by attracting, retaining, and expanding businesses, with specific attention to industries such as Unmanned Aircraft Systems, biotech, film, blue economy, and craft distilling. The plan also addresses enhancing small business support, promoting veteran entrepreneurship, and optimizing economic development initiatives like Promise Zones and Opportunity Zones. Furthermore, it outlines goals for strengthening intergovernmental relations, securing state and federal grants, and tackling pressing community issues including homelessness, childcare access, youth employment, and food deserts.