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San Diego Build More Housing at Home and Expands Global Impact

- From the Mayor's Desk

This week’s “From the Mayor’s Desk” highlights the groundbreaking of Rose Creek Village in Pacific Beach, which will deliver 59 affordable apartments, including 18 for veterans experiencing homelessness. This week's newsletter also features Marita’s journey to stability at Presidio Palms in Mission Valley, progress through California’s Homekey program, and San Diego’s growing global connections that bring jobs and investment home. Plus, Mayor Gloria endorsed federal legislation to cut red tape and make it easier to build more housing.
 
Rose Creek Village Groundbreaking

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Mayor Gloria Highlights Major Investments in San Diego’s Future

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria spotlights the nearly completed $3.8 billion New Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport, which will serve as a modern gateway for millions of travelers thanks in part to $300 million in federal funding. The update also covers the passage of SB 92, legislation closing loopholes in California’s housing density bonus law; a new $137.8 million state disaster recovery program to support affordable housing development in flood-impacted regions like San Diego; and a partnership with the Prebys Foundation to strengthen San Diego’s global engagement through the appointment of the City’s first Chief Global Affairs Officer.
 
Mayor Gloria at Terminal 1 of the San Diego International Airport

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Mayor Gloria Highlights Opening of “The Joan,” Youth Leadership, and New Transit Service in Weekly Newsletter

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s “From the Mayor’s Desk” newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria shares the opening of the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center at Liberty Station, a new cultural landmark supported by state funding and community partnerships. The newsletter also spotlights Pershing Middle School student Landry Gage, who served as “Mayor for a Day” after winning a citywide contest, and the launch of Southeastern Connect, a zero-emission microtransit service serving Mount Hope, Chollas View, and Emerald Hills. Residents are also reminded of upcoming deadlines to enroll in City trash service under voter-approved Measure B.
 
Joan and Irwin Jacobs Performing Arts Center

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City Advances Old Central Library Redevelopment, Ramps Up Oversized Vehicle Enforcement, and Launches Recreation Needs Assessment

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor's Desk" newsletter, the City announced the release of a Notice of Availability for the Old Central Library Downtown, requiring at least 25% affordable housing in any redevelopment proposal. The City also reported nearly 500 citations and 120 Safe Parking referrals since enforcement resumed on oversized vehicle parking, and launched its first-ever Community Recreation Needs Assessment inviting San Diegans to help shape future investments in parks and recreation across the city.
 
Old Central Library

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Warning Signs Posted in South Bay, Major Park Upgrades Completed, and Settlement Outlines Next Steps for California Theater

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria shares updates on new warning signs installed in South Bay to protect residents while long-term solutions to cross-border pollution move forward. The City also celebrated $6.9 million in upgrades at Robert Egger, Sr.–South Bay Community Park, announced a settlement that outlines clear next steps for the long-abandoned California Theater in Downtown, and highlighted federal funding requests that could deliver millions for shelters, childcare, infrastructure, and public safety projects.
 
South Bay Warning Signs

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City Expands Homelessness Response, Launches Housing Protection Unit, and More

- From the Mayor's Desk

Mayor Todd Gloria reports early progress from a new Caltrans agreement that has already connected 16 people living in freeway-adjacent encampments to shelter while clearing 44 tons of debris and completing 57 abatements Downtown. The weekly "From the Mayor's Desk" newsletter also highlights “The Hub,” a new streamlined access point for people seeking homelessness support, and the launch of the City Attorney’s Housing Protection and Civil Code Compliance Unit to hold violators accountable and ensure all San Diegans have safe, healthy housing.
 
Homeless encampment clean up

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City Urges Year-Round Wildfire Preparedness, Launches Housing Storytelling Series, Opens Mission Valley Service Hub, and More

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria highlights new City investments to prepare for an above-normal wildfire season, including brush rigs, a fire helicopter, and expanded homeowner support programs, alongside a new wildfire resource website. The Mayor is also launching “Build More Housing: Stories of Struggle and Hope in San Diego,” a video series sharing residents’ housing experiences. Plus: A new Development Services Department facility in Mission Valley is now open, offering more convenient permitting and planning services.

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New State Law Targets Child Exploitation, Trash Service Deadlines Near, Affordable Housing Boosted, and Mor

- From the Mayor's Desk

Mayor Gloria announces the signing of Assembly Bill 379, restoring penalties for loitering to purchase sex and strengthening protections for minors. The City reminds residents of upcoming deadlines to select trash bin sizes or transition to private service under Measure B. A sixth round of Bridge to Home funding will provide $15 million in gap financing to help create up to 300 affordable homes, adding to more than 2,100 already supported by the program.

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AB 379 Signed Into Law, City Trash Service Changes Advance, Bridge to Home Delivers More Housing, and More

- From the Mayor's Desk

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 379, legislation co-sponsored by Mayor Gloria, making loitering to purchase sex a misdemeanor and imposing felony penalties for soliciting minors. Residents are reminded to register for trash service or transition to private haulers as Measure B takes effect. The City is committing $15 million in new Bridge to Home funding to accelerate the creation of up to 300 additional affordable homes citywide.

homeless encampment

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Downtown Unsheltered Homelessness Drops Nearly 65%, City Celebrates Pride, State Advances Anti-Trafficking Bill, and More

- From the Mayor's Desk

Mayor Gloria reports a nearly 65% decrease in unsheltered homelessness in Downtown since May 2023, citing expanded shelter, housing construction, and enforcement paired with services. The City’s Pride Week events celebrated visibility and inclusion, while AB 379—co-sponsored by the Mayor—passed the Legislature to strengthen protections against human trafficking. A grant from Price Philanthropies will expand hours and programming, including free summer entry, at the City Heights Swim Center.

homeless in Downtown