This week we celebrated the Port of San Diego’s deployment of the first all-electric mobile cranes in North America. Replacing their old diesel-fueled crane, the new cranes also increased capacity from 150 metric tons to 400 metric tons, now the largest capacity on the nation’s west coast. This action continues to prove economic prosperity and environmental stewardship work in tandem along the waterfront. Electrification is the future—we are modernizing equipment, reducing harmful pollutants, and improving air quality for our portside communities. The Port’s deployment of pollution-free cargo handling equipment aligns with the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District’s community priorities for working waterfront activities, furthers our climate goals, and places San Diego at the forefront of deploying clean infrastructure.

Watch your speed, Carmel Valley! I funded two traffic calming signs near Ashley Falls School to deter speeding. I am proud to announce that the signs are up, and speed should be coming down. Let’s all work together to ensure we have safe routes to our schools.

The Economic Development Department offers Capacity Building Grants to nonprofits that support small businesses in underserved communities. Applications are open now through September 27, 2024, at 5 PM.

Welcome back, Del Mar Heights School! I was honored to celebrate the rebuild of this state-of-the-art campus. This partnership serves students, educators, families, and the surrounding community. Go Dolphins!

Council President Pro Tem Joe LaCava

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