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Environmental Equity and Economics Group Support Repeal of the Proposed Utility Tax

| February 9, 2024 | 0 Comments

It’s becoming more obvious every day that we have elected officials who are continuing to make poor decisions that impact their constituents.  One of the latest fiascos is AB 205, which included the utility income-based fixed charge under study by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Assemblyman Chris Ward voted for the bill. However, due […]

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Why We Support San Diego’s Elected Community Planning Groups

| January 7, 2024 | 0 Comments

By Larry Turner, Kate Callen, Terry Hoskins For more than a half-century, San Diego’s community planning groups (CPGs) have been acclaimed as a national model of local democracy. As the City’s website states, CPGs elected by their communities have been “formal mechanisms [that] provide citizens with an opportunity for involvement.” This model of democracy is now […]

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YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

| January 7, 2024 | 0 Comments

Calling ALL Candidates – UPTOWN PLANNERS Election The Uptown Planners serve in an advisory role to the City of San Diego on land-use and development issues in our six Uptown neighborhoods:  Bankers Hill, Hillcrest, Medical Center Complex, Middletown, Mission Hills, University Heights. Whether you are for or against density, rent or own a home or […]

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Unhoused Students Provided Work and College Readiness Assistance at Monarch School

| January 7, 2024 | 0 Comments
Unhoused Students Provided Work and College Readiness Assistance at Monarch School

Monarch School, the only public K-12 school in the U.S. serving exclusively unhoused students, was selected as a Prebys Foundation grant recipient, receiving $250,000 for youth success, financial stability and economic opportunity work. “Last year with Prebys Foundation’s support, we were able to provide assistance to more than 200 students and alumni with life skills […]

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A Penny for Your Thoughts in 2024

| January 6, 2024 | 0 Comments
A Penny for Your Thoughts in 2024

By Jamaal Jackson, President, Mission Hills Business Improvement District and Assistant Vice President | Branch Manager U.S. Bank Mission Hills Happy New Year and best wishes for a heathy and prosperous 2024! And, Happy 25th Anniversary to the Presidio Sentinel, without which we would not have the opportunity to share our news directly with all […]

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Mission Hills Historic Library – What’s Happening

| January 6, 2024 | 0 Comments
Mission Hills Historic Library – What’s Happening

Late this past December, I noticed lights on inside the Mission Hills Historic Library building and saw a blueprint on a desk when I peered into the window.   According to my notes, the project is now two months late in being remodeled for use as a bookstore.  I originally contacted Logan Braydis, community representative for […]

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How to Get Money Out of Your 401(K) Plan

| January 6, 2024 | 0 Comments

If you are like most working Americans today, you probably have been contributing to a company retirement plan (like a 401(k), 403(b) or SEP IRA, or other plan) for a few years. One question that comes up regularly is: “How (and when) can I get my money out of my retirement plan?” Most often, that […]

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Presidio Sentinel – 25 Years Serving San Diego 

| January 6, 2024 | 0 Comments

As I look back at being the publisher and executive editor of the Presidio Sentinel, which is now in its 25th year, I have had the opportunity to look back at all the challenges of an urban newspaper.  However, I am also reminded of all the people who have been a part of this newspaper.  […]

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Ring in the Holiday Season with the East Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market  

| December 7, 2023 | 0 Comments
Ring in the Holiday Season with the East Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market  

Join the East Village Association in welcoming the festive season with the return of the East Village Tree Lighting and Holiday Market.  Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, December 9 at Quartyard and 13th Street for a night of holiday galore. The magical evening will feature a curated […]

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Jingle Belle Family Cruise Partners with Mama’s Kitchen

| December 7, 2023 | 0 Comments
Jingle Belle Family Cruise Partners with Mama’s Kitchen

Gather with friends and family and make merry this holiday season aboard the Jingle Belle Family Cruise scheduled for Thursday, December 21 through Monday, December 25, for a San Diego tradition on the sparkling waters of Mission Bay. A memorable way to “Fa la la” this winter, guests can enjoy the majestic setting of the […]

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