San Diego Approves Higher Labor Enforcement Fee

The San Diego City Council approved an increase in the City’s Minimum Wage and Labor Standards Enforcement Fee on October 26, raising the charge from $1.47 to $2.82 per covered employee, an increase of approximately 92%. The decision followed concerns raised by the City’s Small Business Advisory Board about the financial impact on local businesses. According to the board’s September 22 meeting minutes, member Sarah Mattinson expressed concern about the proposed increase and recommended that the board formally communicate its objections. The board voted to approve drafting an advisory letter outlining those concerns. The Council’s action, recorded under Resolution R-316998, also approved a separate Compliance System Usage Fee. Both fees are intended to support the City’s labor standards enforcement responsibilities.

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