Community Benefits Agreement

As the SDCCD explores a future bond measure, the District Administration has evaluated the operational benefits of a Community Benefits Agreement (commonly known as a Project Labor Agreement) on the effective and efficient management of large-scale construction projects, alignment with SDCCD’s mission, and impact on local employment and investment of public funds.

The Board’s Facilities and Sustainability Subcommittee directed that a resolution be drafted, asking the Chancellor to advance and successfully conclude negotiations with the San Diego County Building and Construction Trades Council on a draft Community Benefits Agreement that will apply to future large-scale SDCCD construction projects associated with the contemplated bond measure.

The resolution was adopted at the August 31 Board of Trustees meeting. (See Agenda Item 10.01 or view the agenda item here, starting at 56:24) A completed agreement is expected to go before the Board as an information item in February 2024 and as an action item in April 2024. The agreement will be posted on this webpage once finalized.