Beach bonfires and BBQing at the park are iconic San Diego experiences. Under my leadership, City Parks and Rec posted new signage with clear and consistent guidance. At our parks, dump those hot coals in the concrete bins, and on our beaches, wood-burning fires only in city concrete fire rings. Let’s work together so everyone can enjoy our parks and beaches safely.

Our City turned another chapter in public safety with the swearing-in of Fire Chief Robert Logan II. As the 19th Chief, he picks up where Chief Stowell served with distinction. Fire Chief Logan’s appointment occurred 73 years after the first San Diego Black firefighter, Benny Holman, was integrated into a City of San Diego fire station. During the ceremony, Benny Holman was given the honor of pinning Chief Logan. Congratulations to our new Fire Chief and best wishes to former Chief Stowell on his well-deserved retirement!

Calling San Diego non-profits 📢: Applications for FY 2025 Arts, Culture, and Community Festivals (ACCF) grant funding are now OPEN! Our local arts and culture scene enriches the lives of San Diegans and builds healthy, vital neighborhoods—apply today!

Pacific Beach Rep, Cambria, joined beautifulPB, DiscoverPB, and the San Diego Audubon Society to unveil a new mural designed by Hanna Daly. The public mural, “Explore PB’s Wild Side,” is located at 4629 Cass Street and captures Pacific Beach’s defining community culture with surfers, native plants, and animals, like the California Least Tern and Ridgway’s Rail. Check it out!

Council President Pro Tem Joe LaCava

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