Wildlife Conservation Expands with New Land Acquisition at Mission Trails Regional Park

January 28, 2025, 10:30 am

The City of San Diego has acquired 15 additional acres of dedicated open space to be incorporated into Mission Trails Regional Park, furthering its commitment to protecting sensitive habitats and expanding public open spaces for future generations.  Read more about Wildlife Conservation Expands with New Land Acquisition at Mission Trails Regional Park

Environment

From the Mayor's Desk: Advancing Housing Solutions for a Stronger San Diego 

January 27, 2025, 4:05 pm

Following the incredible year we had in 2023 in issuing permits for new homes, we made significant progress in 2024 toward ensuring every resident has a roof over their head at a price they can afford. Here's a snapshot of some of the milestones achieved: Read more about From the Mayor's Desk: Advancing Housing Solutions for a Stronger San Diego 

From the Mayor's Desk

City of San Diego Prepares for Rainy Conditions This Weekend

January 25, 2025, 10:02 am

As rain is in the forecast starting as soon as this evening, the City of San Diego has ramped up its storm preparations and taken proactive steps to prevent flooding.Starting Monday, Jan. 20, the City’s Stormwater Department began placing “no parking” signs in low-lying or flood-risk areas,… Read more about City of San Diego Prepares for Rainy Conditions This Weekend

Public Works

San Diego Fire-Rescue Ready to Respond During Dangerous Fire Weather Conditions

January 24, 2025, 1:45 pm

As the Border 2 fire continues to burn in the Otay Mountain Wilderness, prompting evacuation orders and warnings to the North and West of Otay Mountain, the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) is fully staffed and equipped for any blaze that might spread due to the current dry weather… Read more about San Diego Fire-Rescue Ready to Respond During Dangerous Fire Weather Conditions

Public Safety

2025 Genesis Invitational Golf Tournament Coming to Torrey Pines

January 24, 2025, 9:35 am

Today, the City of San Diego announced that the world-famous Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course will step forward to host the PGA TOUR’s 2025 Genesis Invitational golf tournament typically held at The Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles. The move comes in response to the devastating wildfires that… Read more about 2025 Genesis Invitational Golf Tournament Coming to Torrey Pines

Parks and Recreation

City of San Diego Honored as a 2024 Digital Inclusion Visionary Trailblazer for Bridging the Digital Divide

January 23, 2025, 9:34 am

The City of San Diego has been honored as a 2024 Visionary Trailblazer by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) for its SD Access 4 All program. Read more about City of San Diego Honored as a 2024 Digital Inclusion Visionary Trailblazer for Bridging the Digital Divide

Technology

One Year Since Record-Breaking Storm, City of San Diego Encourages Flood Preparedness and Prevention

January 21, 2025, 4:46 pm

One year ago, on Jan. 22, 2024, a historic rainstorm hit the San Diego region, bringing 2.73 inches of rain in a 24-hour period, making it the highest level of precipitation since 1850. The storm caused significant flooding in several neighborhoods of the city along Chollas Creek and in other… Read more about One Year Since Record-Breaking Storm, City of San Diego Encourages Flood Preparedness and Prevention

Public Safety

City of San Diego Adopts Groundbreaking Cultural Plan

January 16, 2025, 1:40 pm

Following two years of listening and connecting with San Diegans, the City of San Diego this week adopted its first comprehensive cultural plan, Creative City, to guide investments in arts, culture and creativity over the next 10 years.   Read more about City of San Diego Adopts Groundbreaking Cultural Plan

Arts and Culture

Flood Insurance Made More Affordable for Property Owners

January 16, 2025, 9:39 am

During this rainy season, the City of San Diego is encouraging homeowners to make sure they are prepared and have the appropriate insurance to cover any potential losses from flooding. While there has not been significant rainfall in the forecast so far this year, now is the time to plan ahead and… Read more about Flood Insurance Made More Affordable for Property Owners

Public Safety

Mayor Gloria in State of the City: We Will Tackle Fiscal Challenges and Keep Moving San Diego Forward

January 15, 2025, 5:23 pm

In his 2025 State of the City Address, Mayor Todd Gloria laid out his vision for navigating through one of the most challenging financial periods for the City of San Diego in recent years while continuing to make progress on the priorities that matter most to San Diegans: keeping neighborhoods safe… Read more about Mayor Gloria in State of the City: We Will Tackle Fiscal Challenges and Keep Moving San Diego Forward

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