San Diego Stands with Military Families During Federal Shutdown; State Awards $32.4 Million for Veteran Housing

October 29, 2025 - From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s “From the Mayor’s Desk,” Mayor Todd Gloria reaffirmed San Diego’s support for military families, veterans, and federal workers affected by the ongoing government shutdown, highlighting local organizations offering assistance and announcing upcoming food distribution events in partnership with the San Diego Food Bank. The newsletter also detailed a $32.4 million state grant to create 80 new affordable homes in Birdland—half reserved for veterans—and the City Council’s unanimous confirmation of Rolando Charvel as Chief Financial Officer. Mayor Gloria further emphasized his commitment to honoring voters’ will by challenging the recent court ruling on the Midway District height limit to keep the Sports Arena redevelopment moving forward.

San Diego Recognized as Safest Big City in America

October 21, 2025 - From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s “News from the Mayor’s Desk” newsletter, Mayor Todd Gloria highlighted new data showing San Diego has the lowest per-capita homicide rate among major U.S. cities — reinforcing its standing as one of the safest big cities in America. The newsletter also detailed the City’s rollout of new gray trash bins to modernize waste collection, major milestones from the Mayor’s “Build More Housing” tour, two sponsored state bills signed into law to strengthen housing policy and protect vulnerable youth, and a successful binational trade mission to Mexico City focused on economic collaboration and environmental priorities.

Court Ruling Paves Way for Convention Center Upgrades, Housing Progress, and Greener Neighborhoods

October 7, 2025 - From the Mayor's Desk

In this week’s “From the Mayor’s Desk,” Mayor Todd Gloria highlighted a major court victory affirming Measure C, clearing the path for long-awaited improvements to the San Diego Convention Center, expanded investments in homelessness reduction, and new street repair funding. The newsletter also showcased Wave FC’s $50,000 playground upgrade in Logan Heights, the Bridge to Home program helping seniors like Carmen stay housed, and a community tree-planting event at Encanto Community Park that supports the City’s goal of creating greener, healthier neighborhoods for all of us.