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Homelessness Drops Nearly 14% in City of San Diego, Plus Major Infrastructure Update in Otay Mesa and More Good News

- From the Mayor's Desk

This week’s "From the Mayor's Desk" newsletter highlights a nearly 14% drop in homelessness within San Diego’s city limits—proof that shelter expansions, housing investments, and the Unsafe Camping Ordinance are making a measurable impact. To sustain progress, Mayor Gloria is backing SB 569, legislation that would require Caltrans to coordinate with cities to address encampments along freeways on state property. Also featured: major upgrades to La Media Road to improve cross-border commerce in Otay Mesa and an update on the City’s transition plan for the Rosecrans Shelter.
 
Homelessness State Property vs City Property

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Final Budget, Housing Progress, and a Tribute in Clairemont

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s “News from the Mayor’s Desk,” Mayor Gloria released his balanced Final Proposed Budget for FY2026, highlighted new data showing housing reforms are helping lower rents, and announced the renaming of a Clairemont park in honor of fallen Officer Austin Machitar. The newsletter also includes updates on public safety, infrastructure, international partnerships, and more.

 
Balance and equity

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Upgraded Parks, Equity-Driven Budget, and Expanded Homelessness Solutions

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s newsletter, Mayor Gloria spotlights a new investment in upgraded sports courts at Neal Petties Mountain View Community Park, part of the City’s push for more equitable access to recreation. Also in this week's newsletter: The Fiscal Year 2026 Draft Budget centers equity while protecting key programs that serve vulnerable communities; previewing the new Safe Parking site near the airport, groundbreaking on affordable housing in Cortez Hill, and answers to public questions about proposed Humane Society funding changes.

 
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City Expands Shelter Capacity While Calling on County to Step Up on Behavioral Health

- From the Mayor's Desk

This month's edition of the “Update on Homelessness and Housing” spotlights San Diego’s progress in opening new shelters for women, children, and transition-age youth—while urging the County to fulfill its responsibility for behavioral health care. Mayor Gloria outlines the threat facing the Rosecrans Shelter due to County-led demolition plans and highlights recent achievements including expanded Safe Parking at the H Barracks site near the airport. These updates reflect the City’s continued push to build more housing and provide supportive services that end homelessness for good.

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Balanced Budget, New Downtown Shelter for Women and Children, and Equity Ingrained

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s newsletter, Mayor Gloria outlined the City’s balanced draft budget, which protects core services while addressing a growing deficit. Key highlights include new revenue sources, increased funding for emergency response, and major investments in roads, stormwater infrastructure and homelessness services. The newsletter also spotlights the opening of the Rachel’s Promise Center in Downtown, which will soon serve up to 210 women and children experiencing homelessness. Additional updates cover equity-focused budgeting and the Mayor’s latest book picks! 

 
Scale balancing expenditures and revenues

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Expanded Shelter for Homeless Youth, New Trash Fee Proposal, and Bike Lane Developments Highlight This Week’s Newsletter

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Gloria details the budget process and announces the opening of an expanded shelter for LGBTQ+ youth, doubling the capacity and providing tailored support services. Mayor Gloria also discusses the new trash fee proposal aimed at creating fairness among residents, and answers San Diegans' questions about bike lane infrastructure. 

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Downtown Housing Growth, Affordable Housing Initiatives, and Road Repair Priorities Highlight This Week’s Newsletter

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Gloria spotlights Downtown San Diego’s record-setting housing growth, with nearly 1,900 new homes completed in 2024. The update also breaks down what affordable housing means, where to find it, and how the City is accelerating housing production citywide. In addition, the Mayor explains how San Diego prioritizes road repairs through a data-driven system and debuts a new feature, “The Mayor’s Mix,” with a look at San Diego history.
 
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Targeted Reforms for ADU Program, Expanding Housing and Park Investments

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria proposed updates to the City’s ADU Density Bonus Program to improve infrastructure, oversight, and fire safety. He also addressed misconceptions about the new waste collection fee, celebrated the reopening of John F. Kennedy Park in Lincoln Park, and marked the grand opening of the Memorial Senior Center in Logan Heights. Major funding was approved for three affordable housing projects, and SDFD crews cleared homeless encampment debris from the Torrey Pines cliffs.
 
Housing under construction

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Mayor Gloria Backs State Anti-Trafficking Bills, Tackles Housing Affordability and Public Safety

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter, Mayor Gloria highlights two anti-human trafficking bills sponsored by his administration to give law enforcement stronger tools to protect communities and survivors. He also answers the first “Ask the Mayor” question, beginning with how the City is making San Diego more affordable through housing reforms. Other updates include a new nonstop flight to Washington D.C., funding from the voter-approved hotel tax, and U.S. Senate action on fentanyl legislation.

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New Shelter Beds, Housing Projects, and Safe Parking Options Support Families, Youth, and Seniors

- From the Mayor's Desk

In this month's "Update on Homelessness and Housing" from Mayor Gloria, learn about how the City is expanding shelter and housing options for San Diegans in need. New and upcoming facilities are providing more beds for families, youth, and seniors, including a 101-bed shelter opening in April and a 210-bed facility serving women and families. and two Bridge to Home-supported projects are also moving forward, bringing more than 100 affordable homes to Serra Mesa and San Carlos.