The 'Big Deal' about Prevailing Wage in Escondido
40.9% of those in construction are below the self-sufficiency standard and 37.7% of those in retail sales positions also fall short. In terms of ethnic groups, Latinos (who make up 49% of the population of Escondido) are effected the most with 58.9% of …
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Escondido City Council Rejects Proposed Migrant Youth Shelter
The Escondido City Council voted 4-1 on Wednesday night to uphold the city Planning Commission's decision to reject a migrant youth shelter. Councilwoman Olga Diaz, who is running for mayor against incumbent Sam Abed, cast the lone vote to allow the …
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