As usual, large hotel chains, the Padres, and other business interests came out and opposed paying fair wages to workers. Many of these companies are billion-dollar corporations based out of state, who take the profits while local workers fight just to stay afloat.

We spoke out at the committee meeting alongside hotel workers, and other labor leaders in San Diego, and convinced the committee to move the proposed ordinance forward. The ordinance is now set to be heard at the full City Council this fall.

However, we know the opposition will ramp up their efforts—and we need to do the same.
Here’s how you can help:

✅ Take the pledge to support raising wages for tourism workers.

✅ Connect with a CPI organizer and share your story. If you or someone you know works in hospitality— help us document the realities workers in this industry face.