May 11, 2020
COVID-19 has impacted everyone. We’re not only concerned about our physical health, but also how ensuing economic impacts will affect our futures financially. I have a unique perspective on both aspects as the Senior Vice President for Real Estate and Consumer Lending at SAFE Credit Union, as well as a certified fitness instructor.
There are real correlations between physical health and stress over money. People feeling anxious over their personal finances are twice as likely to experience health effects including headaches, depression, and other ailments. While as little as five minutes of physical exercise can temporarily reduce your stress, even a good workout in the safety of your own living room won’t put money in your savings account.
May 4, 2020
When we are confronted with the unexpected or the unimaginable, it can feel impossible to look past the here and now. As the COVID-19 health crisis continues to spread, the world has changed dramatically. Yet, through it all, there have been beautiful examples of our community pulling together and picking up the pieces.
Sacramento is America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital. We built this designation with the hard work, creativity, and ingenuity of our many restaurants and businesses. Innovation has been the key to building and sustaining our economy during “normal” times and now, more than ever, we must to use our imagination and determination to find a new path forward.
May 1, 2020
Like the City Council and County Board of Supervisors, the Sacramento Transportation Authority continued to meet during the coronavirus closures. What did our transportation leadership focus on during two meetings at the height of hysteria in March and April?
You might assume they talked about an emergency plan related to the pandemic. You would be wrong.
Apr 29, 2020
Coronavirus Update for Citizens and Small Businesses
As we continue to face this crisis together, we want to share the following information provided on March 27, 2020 by U.S. Representative Doris Matsui.