About the Communication Department
Vision
The Communication Department's vision is to be open and accessible to all people in our diverse community, to highlight our employees and programs, promptly anser questions and, in every communication, be responsive, accurate and professional.
Mission
The Communication Department's mission is to facilitate timely and honest communication and collaboration that fosters greater transparency and openness in City government.
Click around on this infographic to learn more about the Department’s 2025 statistics!
Television Coverage (CityTV)
The CityTV team is proud to broadcast and stream the City’s public meetings, ensuring transparency, accessibility, engagement and education for the community.
Graphic Design
From infographics like this one to brochures, flyers, postcards, and the carefully curated design of reports and guides, the department’s graphics team creates materials that ensure the City’s projects and messages are easily understood. These materials are essential to encourage public engagement, provide accessibility and inform the residents.
Publishing Services
As the City’s print shop, Publishing Services provides graphic design, bindery services, high-volume, large-scale and wide-format printing for City department projects. It also facilitates other promotional material requests from City departments.
Public Records Requests
The City of San Diego is committed to transparency and providing easy access to public records pursuant to the California Public Records Act (CPRA). Our team facilitates CPRA requests with the public and City departments.
Media Inquiries
Collaboration with the news media is a critical part of any communications strategy. Public information officers work closely with members of the news media to ensure accurate and timely coverage of City topics.
Translation Services
The department facilitates translation of public materials and documents, as well as interpretation at City events, to ensure all San Diegans have equal and fair access to City services and programs.
Core Services Provided for City Departments, Offices and Programs:
- CityTV
- Graphic Design for City Materials
- Public Information Dissemination
- Publishing Services for City Materials
- Translation Services for Public City Documents: Facilities residents’ access to City services and programs to give all San Diegans equal access.
Social Media
The department manages the City’s social media to keep you informed about important updates, events and emergencies. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, Threads and Nextdoor.