DATE: October 8, 2019
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BOARD DISCUSSION OF HOTEL WORKER RETENTION UPON CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP OR OPERATION OF HOTELS ON DISTRICT PROPERTY AND DIRECTION TO STAFF
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
A Commissioner has requested this item be placed on the October 8, 2019 Board of Port Commissioners (Board) agenda, and the Board Chairman has approved.
The District has approximately 18 leases for operation of hotels on District property. Many public agencies have passed laws or others forms of regulation addressing the retention of hotel workers when a hotel changes owners or operators. Those jurisdictions have stated that changes in ownership, control, or operation of hotels occur frequently in the hotel industry and can trigger mass layoffs of hotel workers and displace employees who are skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in providing a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience for visitors.
This agenda item provides information on the importance of the District's hotels and identifies several laws or regulations in California which relate to hotel worker retention as well as to other types of workers.
At the October 8, 2019 meeting, the Board may discuss this issue and provide direction to staff.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Discuss hotel worker retention upon change of ownership or operation of hotels on District property and provide direction to staff.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed discussion and direction to staff does not have a financial impact on the District.
COMPASS STRATEGIC GOALS:
This agenda item supports the following Strategic Goal(s).
* A vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors converge.
* A Port that is a safe place to visit, work and play.
* A financially sustainable Port that drives job creation and regional economic vitality.
DISCUSSION:
The San Diego Unified Port District (District) is a public corporation created by the Legislature in 1962 pursuant to Harbors and Navigation Code Appendix I (Por...
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