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.

 

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.

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!