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.

San Diego Expands Housing and Advances Midway Rising Project

September 30, 2025 - From the Mayor's Desk

This week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" highlights major progress on housing. The City released its 2025 Annual Report on Homes showing 8,782 homes permitted in 2024—double the long-term average and over 31,000 permitted since 2021. The Planning Commission unanimously advanced the Midway Rising redevelopment, which includes 4,000+ homes—half affordable—and a new world-class sports arena. San Diego also secured state funding for four Bridge to Home projects, bringing 380 affordable homes closer to reality.