DATE:
October 21, 2025
08
TO:
Board of Supervisors
SUBJECT
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APPROVE OUT-OF-COUNTRY TRAVEL FOR COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO REPRESENTATIVES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE JAPAN CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE US-JAPAN PROGRAM ON HEALTHY AND RESILIENT AGING (DISTRICTS: ALL)
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OVERVIEW
In accordance with San Diego County Board of Supervisors (Board) Policy D-7, Out-of-County Business and Related Guidelines and Processes, and Administrative Code section 470(h), this is a request to approve out-of-country travel for the Director, County of San Diego (County) Health and Human Services Agency, Aging & Independence Services (AIS) and the Acting Director, County Office of Emergency Services (OES) to participate in the Japan Center for International Exchange (JCIE) one-week learning tour in Japan.
JCIE, in partnership with AARP, invited County policymakers, leadership and community partners to join the tour, scheduled for early December 2025, based on the County's recognized leadership in implementing the Aging Roadmap and advancing age-friendly initiatives. The goal of the tour is to foster collaboration and information-sharing across regions to address common issues facing aging societies and creating age-friendly environments. The tour will focus on shared challenges facing aging societies, with a special emphasis on disaster preparedness and response, and social isolation-all of which align with the County's Aging Roadmap priorities.
Furthermore, in-person attendance is essential, as it will allow County representatives to participate in site visits, engage with Japanese policymakers, service providers and researchers, and gain first-hand insights into innovative, age-friendly practices that cannot be fully replicated through virtual participation. This opportunity is offered at no cost to the County, with JCIE covering airfare, accommodations, and related program expenses.
Today's action requests the Board authorize out-of-country travel, in accordance with...
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