San Diego launches employee benefit program to assist with childcare costs
Pilot program funded through federal grant SAN DIEGO – As part of an ongoing effort to support the City of San Diego’s workforce, the city is launching a pilot program…
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City of San Diego to invest $12.2M into citywide arts and culture activities
Funding will support nonprofit organizations in boosting arts experiences for all SAN DIEGO – To promote greater public participation in artistic and cultural activities, the City of San Diego will…
County of San Diego hires Chief Dental Officer
THE County of San Diego has a new Chief Dental Officer, Fadra M. Whyte, DMD, M.P.H., who has joined to help develop policies and expand programs that promote oral health…
County breaks ground on three affordable housing developments on excess county land in Clairemont
THE County of San Diego’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) joined Chelsea Development Corp. and other partners to break ground on the first three of four developments that will…
County unveils a new logo
YOU may have noticed something new on the county’s social media or during budget hearings — a new logo reflecting diverse community input and the county’s values and commitment to…
New grant to help more San Diegans get online
THE county is expanding its campaign to help more San Diegans get online. These new efforts will be rolled into the regionwide outreach efforts, allowing expansion thanks to a $500,000…
County of San Diego releases report with strategies to reduce gun violence
THE County of San Diego on Wednesday, June 28 released a report that highlights data related to gun violence in San Diego County and outlines recommendations to reduce this violence….
Jones’s measure to protect human trafficking victims unanimously passes key committee
SACRAMENTO – On Wednesday June 28, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego) announced that his measure to protect human trafficking victims and make it easier to prosecute human trafficking perpetrators unanimously…
Filing period to open for property tax assessment appeals
SAN Diego County residents and businesses who disagree with their property tax assessments for the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year may file an application to appeal their value between July 2 and…
With summer here, City of San Diego recruiting pool lifeguards
On-the-job certification training, great benefits and pay increases aim to attract new hires SAN DIEGO – Summer is in full swing and the City of San Diego’s Parks and Recreation Department…
Office of the City Clerk increases daily passport appointments
Will offer 40 appointments daily, up from 12 SAN DIEGO – Starting Wednesday, July 5, 2023, the City of San Diego, Office of the City Clerk Passport Acceptance Facility is…
Mayor Gloria signs parental leave benefits package
New law doubles parental paid leave for city employees SAN DIEGO – Furthering his commitment to attract and retain a first-class city workforce, Mayor Todd Gloria on Wednesday, June 21…
City of San Diego seeking public input on neighborhood infrastructure projects
Community members urged to share ideas that could determine how money is spent SAN DIEGO – To achieve more equitable infrastructure investment for all communities, the City of San Diego…
Board acts to expand open space near Mount Olympus county preserve
THE county took steps on Wednesday, June 14 to buy more land within the Pala-Pauma and Rainbow community areas for open space and species protection. The Board of Supervisors approved…
County receives national recognition for 54 programs
THE County of San Diego won 54 Achievement Awards this year for standout programs from the National Association of Counties, which recognizes excellence in county government. The county won awards…
Nearly $17M secured to address San Diego riverbed homeless encampments
A COUNTY-LED partnership has been awarded nearly $17 million in state funds to help people experiencing homelessness along the San Diego riverbed into more permanent housing and connect them with…
County to take part in new youth suicide reporting and crisis response program
HOPING to find new ways to keep young people from attempting suicide, the county is poised to take part in a $4.1 million state youth suicide-focused pilot program. The program,…
City of San Diego awards $2.6M Far South/Border North grants to 60 artists, cultural practitioners
Combined public-private funding will support projects in San Diego and Imperial counties SAN DIEGO – Sixty artists and cultural practitioners in disciplines ranging from performing arts, visual arts, music, film, media and literature…
Mayor Gloria, Councilmember von Wilpert kick off long-awaited road repair project in Rancho Bernardo
Project will repair more than two miles of streets damaged during the 2007 Witch Creek fireSAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria was joined by San Diego City Councilmember Marni von…
Hundreds of San Diego residents receive assistance through Pilipino Workers Center
PWC culminates Team and Changes special outreach project with a free-check up for caregivers SAN DIEGO — Pilipino Workers Center (PWC) San Diego culminated their Team and Changes special outreach…
City of San Diego to launch engagement efforts for citywide cultural plan
San Diegans invited to family-friendly forum and pop-up events SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego will kick off June by hosting its first public events that will help…
City of San Diego approves installation of interactive kiosks in downtown
New tool to provide millions in revenue and much-needed services to visitors, residents and businesses SAN DIEGO – The future is now for the City of San Diego. On Tuesday,…
SDPL swings into summer with reading challenge and new Padres library card
Kids, adults can earn prizes for reading and completing literacy activities SAN DIEGO – Grab a new library card and get reading during the City of San Diego Public Library’s…
Adopt a cat or big dog to help reduce pet homelessness
MORE than 400 animals in care at County shelters in Bonita and Carlsbad are waiting for adopters or fosters! June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, but county shelters continue…
Enhancing emergency medical services throughout the County of San Diego
A THREE-stage plan to implement a range of paramedic-based community health initiatives will improve emergency medical services in rural areas. The Board of Supervisors received an update on what is…
Nominate a remarkable teen for regional recognition
THE leaders of tomorrow in civics, politics, spirituality, and the economy will likely be found among the youth compiled for the San Diego County Public Defender Office’s 25 Most Remarkable…
City of San Diego to launch engagement efforts for citywide cultural plan
San Diegans invited to family-friendly forums and pop-up events SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego will kick off June by hosting its first public events that will help…
City of San Diego cautions visitors about algae bloom at Lower Otay reservoir
Algae bloom does not pose any danger to drinking water supply SAN DIEGO – Due to an algae bloom, the City of San Diego has posted caution signs at its Lower Otay…
San Diego adopts three-year economic development strategy
Plan focuses on innovation, sustainability, neighborhoods, trade and more SAN DIEGO – To plan for a prosperous future, the City of San Diego adopted a new three-year Economic Development Strategy…
County removes barriers to housing production
WEDNESDAY, May 24 was a productive day for housing in the County’s unincorporated area as the San Diego County Board of Supervisors adopted 22 promising actions designed to ultimately help…