The San Diego Group has proven that development proponents can win approvals for controversial projects by employing the same grassroots campaign techniques and tactics long used by opponents of growth, to inform the public, make supporters a vocal and visible part of the process and create the political and public environment necessary to win.

Imagine … as your hearing date approaches …

• the politicians know you are making the rounds and doing your work in the community
• elected officials have been inundated by letters, emails and phone calls in support of your project (and planning department staff knows it.)
• outspoken supporters of your project pack the chamber for your hearing; 
• decision makers perceive more political risk in voting “no” or delaying approval than in acting to approve your plans;

This is what we do.  We are game changers.  Any number of firms can set up a round of meetings or get the usual suspects to show up in support of your project, but if you face real challenges with the public, community groups or elected officials, SDG has the proven track record you need.

Our public affairs programs on behalf of difficult or controversial project approvals have received national recognition for excellence from Campaigns and Elections Magazine, Politics Magazine and at the Reed Awards.

John Wainio