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Mayor Gloria Launches “Ask the Mayor” and Highlights Progress on Housing, Equity, and State Advocacy
- From the Mayor's Desk
In this week’s “From the Mayor’s Desk” newsletter, Mayor Gloria introduces “Ask the Mayor,” a new way for San Diegans to ask questions and get direct answers about City policies, priorities, and decisions. Residents can submit questions by emailing askthemayor@sandiego.gov or by subscribing to the newsletter and voting on which questions should be answered each week. The newsletter also highlights new affordable housing projects in Serra Mesa and San Carlos funded through the City’s Bridge to Home initiative, ongoing advocacy for continued state homelessness funding and efforts to embed equity in every City decision, from budgeting to community investment.
Refining Housing Policies, Enhancing Public Safety, and Advancing Equity
- From the Mayor's Desk
In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter: Mayor Todd Gloria is taking steps to refine its Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Density Bonus Program to ensure it delivers more housing while addressing community concerns. The mayor and the City Council has also repealed Footnote 7, restoring transparency and public input in land-use decisions in Southeastern San Diego. Plus: Mayor Gloria is backing two state bills to combat human trafficking and improve public safety, alongside coordinated City efforts to enhance conditions in Barrio Logan. A new state bill sponsored by the Mayor, SB 569, would require Caltrans to work with local governments on addressing freeway encampments. The City also remains committed to equity, with millions invested in underserved communities and systemic reforms ensuring fairness in City governance for generations to come.
Expanding Shelter, Enhancing Safety, and Amplifying Community Voices
- From the Mayor's Desk
Addressing Behavioral Health, Housing, and Public Safety in San Diego
- From the Mayor's Desk
Progress in Housing and Removing Encampments Along the San Diego River
- From the Mayor's Desk
- From the Mayor's Desk
New California Laws, Big Wins for our Community, Get Ready for Rain and more
- From the Mayor's Desk
This week’s From the Mayor’s Desk newsletter highlights key updates as California’s new laws take effect. San Diego is implementing reforms to conservatorship laws, expanding emergency shelter options, and enhancing tenant protections. Also in the newsletter: residents are encouraged to prepare for the rainy season with flood insurance and other safety tips. Plus, the City’s Get It Done app makes it easier than ever to report non-emergency issues like graffiti and missed trash pickup, helping keep San Diego clean and safe.
Mayor Gloria Sworn In for Second Term, Affordable Housing Advances, and Water Savings Secured
- From the Mayor's Desk
In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria begins his second term with a commitment to continue addressing homelessness, accelerating housing production, and improving infrastructure while keeping San Diego one of the safest big cities in America. Progress continues with the Bridge to Home program, which will deliver 592 new affordable homes in neighborhoods like City Heights, Southcrest, and Grantville. Regional water savings also take center stage, with an agreement that conserves water in Lake Mead and saves San Diegans $20 million. Additional updates include the upcoming increase in San Diego’s minimum wage to $17.25 an hour and a newly completed roundabout in Otay Mesa that enhances safety and traffic flow.
- From the Mayor's Desk
This week’s "From the Mayor's Desk" newsletter highlights the return of December Nights, including the grand reopening of the Botanical Building in Balboa Park, and the opening of Olive Street Park and San Diego’s first-ever AIDS Memorial in Bankers Hill. The City also continues to bring services directly to neighborhoods with “DSD in the Community” events and addresses vacant property concerns through enforcement efforts. Additional updates include the completion of road repairs on Eldergardens Street and opportunities for public input on the Coastal Resilience Master Plan and the Midway Rising project to transform the Sports Arena area.
Celebrating Design Leadership, Empowering Future Leaders, and Innovating Downtown Navigation
- From the Mayor's Desk
In this week’s "From the Mayor's Desk" newsletter, San Diego celebrated key milestones last week, including the conclusion of our year as the 2024 World Design Capital with a convocation ceremony and global policy conference. The Mayor also launched the fourth annual “Mayor for a Day” contest for San Diego students, the City unveiled new interactive kiosks downtown, and a roundtable discussion with Speaker Robert Rivas focused on implementing new state laws to strengthen public safety.
