San Diego is facing one of its toughest budget years in recent memory. All week, the City Council has been hearing from our City’s departments, where staff explain their budgets, Councilmembers ask tough questions, and the public weighs in on funding priorities. The Mayor and City Council have a challenging task ahead: balancing the budget while protecting the essential services San Diegans count on. I break down some of the challenges and what’s at stake with NBC’s Politically Speaking.

City of San Diego staff replaced a section of sidewalk on Pacific Beach Drive that was lifted by tree roots. The newly repaved surface is now level and pedestrian-friendly, reducing the chance of trips and falls. #GettingItDoneInD1

Help “Stamp Out Hunger” on Saturday, May 10, the largest single-day food drive in the nation. In partnership with the National Association of Letter Carriers, simply leave a bag of nonperishable food by your mailbox to be picked up by your letter carrier on their regular route. Your donations will support the San Diego Food Bank and help feed local families.

Sealed with Mayor Todd Gloria’s signature, Blue-Eyed Grass is now the official City of San Diego flower! Thanks to over 7,700+ votes from the community, this vibrant, native bloom has blossomed into a symbol of our City’s natural beauty and collective spirit. Thank you, San Diego Bird Alliance, for organizing the collaborative “Your City, Your Flower” project.

Lend a hand for PB Town Council’s 15th Annual Graffiti Cleanup on Saturday, May 10, from 9 AM to 12 PM. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or a first-timer, all are welcome to help restore our community's beauty by removing graffiti tags, old posters, and stickers. Materials and training are provided on-site, and free parking is available nearby.

Council President Joe LaCava

Councilmember, District 1

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