OCBC Takes No Position on Propositions 98 and 99

After discussion with both its Government Affairs Committee and Executive Board of Directors, OCBC elected to take no position on Propositions 98 and 99 on the June 2088 ballot.  The Business Council saw a missed opportunity for both sides in these efforts to reform Eminent Domain.

Read OCBC's full analysis of both initiatives here.

The Government Affairs Program is foundational to the Orange County Business Council's mission and goals. Whether hosting President George W. Bush, testifying before a Senate Committee in Sacramento, or working with elected officials in Washington, D.C., OCBC prides itself as being the preeminent pro-business association in Southern California.

The Business Council's advocacy efforts protect Orange County's unrivalled quality of life by achieving meaningful solutions that safeguard and advance the business community's interests. Understanding there are many issues facing businesses in California, OCBC's Government Affairs Program is built around three core advocacy initiatives: increasing workforce housing, improving and expanding workforce development, and improving the county’s infrastructure.

OCBC addresses tough public policy issues that impact Orange County through its Advocacy and Government Affairs Committee. The committee's decisions and actions are guided by OCBC's 2007-2008 Legislative Action Guide (2.3 MB), which outlines the Business Council's public policy guidelines and includes invaluable advocacy tools, such as contact information for Orange County's legislative delegations in Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

For advocacy issues, please contact Kris Murray, Vice President of Government and Community Affairs.