Archive for May, 2025
Highly Regarded Mills Act Under Attack by Local Politicians
Shane Harris, president of People’s Association of Justice Associates, recently announced a new initiative and a citywide public petition. He was joined by several historical associations, archivists and historians when he made the announcement. The City of San Diego’s Mills Act program has long been a cornerstone of historic preservation, incentivizing property owners to maintain and […]
The Coronado Historical Association announces the 2025 Coronado Historic Home Tour
The Coronado Historical Association invites you to support Coronado history and the Coronado Historical Association with someone special this Mother’s Day. Participants will walk through the doors to exclusive private homes open to ticket holders only on Mother’s Day. Six examples of classic architecture on Coronado Island will be featured. The homes retain their historic […]
Celebrating Biking, Gardens, Moms and More in May
Celebrating Biking, Gardens, Moms and More in May By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills BID and US BANK Mission Hills Branch Manager In early-May please look up and enjoy the installation of 70 new banners flying on lamp posts throughout our neighborhood, thanks to the partnership between the Mission Hills BID and the San Diego […]
San Diego Humane Society Raises Alarm Over Proposed Budget Cuts in City of San Diego Mayor’s Draft Budget
San Diego Humane Society is voicing deep concern over San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes a 20 percent — or $3.5 million — cut to the organization’s contract for providing animal services. The nonprofit warns that this level of funding reduction could significantly impact public safety and put animals […]
Bonus ADU Being Challenged by Neighbors Throughout San Diego
Neighbors Say Stop the Abuse of Power By Paul Krueger It’s been a long and difficult effort to win even limited reforms to the city’s destructive “Bonus ADU” Program. Credit for common-sense restrictions on San Diego’s backyard apartment buildings will be shared by neighborhood activists who documented the program’s abuses and joined forces to make […]
10 Essential Steps for a Smooth Transition to Retirement
A good friend of mine was recently forced into early retirement by changes at the Federal agency where he worked. Retirement is a major life milestone that requires thoughtful planning and preparation, so I wanted to write about how to properly prepare for such an important change. To ensure a smooth transition, it’s essential to […]
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce endorses McCann for Supervisor
The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 85-member Board of Directors comprised of San Diego’s top business leaders, voted to formally endorse Chula Vista Mayor John McCann for County Supervisor District 1. The Chamber issued the following statement from Interim President and CEO Jessica Anderson: ? “The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce proudly endorses Mayor John McCann for […]
Concetta Antico Unveils New Exhibition ‘at The Salon of Art Gallery
Acclaimed tetrachromatic artist Concetta Antico invites the public to step into a kaleidoscope of color and nostalgia with her latest exhibition, A Modern Muse, debuting Saturday, May 17 at the Salon of Art Gallery, located at 7655 Fay Avenue in La Jolla. As a child of the ‘60s and ‘70s, Concetta draws inspiration from her earliest memories, […]
San Diego’s Trash Plan Was Garbage in 2022 ~ It Still Is Today!
Taxpayers Association Says ‘Reject!’ Proposed Trash Fee Scheme As a board member of the San Diego County Taxpayer Association, I want to share that this organization continues to review and assess fees and taxes being proposed by the City and County of San Diego. Recently, the board reviewed the ordinance of the City of San […]
