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LAFCO’s on‑demand worker survey faces $270,000 funding gap as AB5 raises urgency
Summary
LAFCO staff said the representative on‑demand worker survey will cost about $595,000, with $295,000 raised and a $270,000 shortfall; staff warned work may stop if new funds aren’t secured by Oct. 15, while an intern briefed commissioners on AB5 and enforcement paths that make real‑time data critical.
San Francisco — LAFCO staff told the commission on Sept. 20 that its proposed on‑demand worker survey — designed with worker input and focus groups to capture pay, expenses, safety, and demographics across ride‑hail and delivery platforms — is at risk unless remaining fundraising is secured by Oct. 15.
"The total cost of the survey and the study is estimated to be around $595,000," Executive Officer Brian Goble said. He reported the team has raised approximately $295,000 (including a $100,000 grant from the San Francisco Foundation) and currently faces a $270,000 funding gap. Goble warned bluntly: "If we don't raise the money…
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