Vela Project, a 23-story mixed-use building in North Pacific Beach raises many questions and the ire of those who trusted in the integrity of the 1972 voter-approved 30-foot Coastal Height Limit. I have joined the Mayor in expressing concern about the project’s size and commercial use to the state’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCD). We are awaiting HCD’s review and monitoring the city's review of this "by right" proposal. Read our letter here.
 

MISSION BAY PARK PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING

Join a public meeting on the City of San Diego's plans for the Mission Bay Park Improvements Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR). The report discusses plans to improve shorelines, water quality, habitat, wetlands, and bike/pedestrian paths.
 

PHR LIBRARY: READ LEARN CREATE

The finishing touches are being placed on the new Pacific Highlands Ranch Library. This 18k square feet library features a community room, reading areas, study rooms, IDEA Lab maker space, and artwork by San Diego-based artist Janelle Iglesias. The building is LEED Silver-certified and all-electric, delivering on our City’s Climate Action Plan goals. We are eager to share this space with you all!
 

SERVING IN THE CITY OF SAN DIEGO

Serving on volunteer boards was my way of giving back to my community, and you can too—There are currently vacancies for the City of San Diego. Join a lunch and learn with the Director of Appointments/Boards and Commissions Chida Warren-Darby to hear more about what it means to serve on a board or commission. If you are already interested, get involved by applying today!
 

D1 OUT IN THE COMMUNITY

We had a jam-packed weekend out in the District 1 community from Pacific BeachFest, La Jolla Open Aire Market, and Walter Munk Day, to a Filipino American Heritage Month celebration at the La Jolla Riford Library. These events showcase the best of our D1 communities by elevating local businesses, celebrating our neighbors' culture and achievements, supporting students, and working to protect a defining aspect of our district—the ocean. Thank you to the organizers and volunteers who made it all happen!
 

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