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Oktoberfest Save The Date – Saturday, October 8, 2022
On Saturday, October 8, 2022, EdUCate!, the University City Foundation for Public Schools, will host its 13th Annual Oktoberfest at Standley Park at 3585 Governor Drive in University City. There will be games, food, beverages, music, booths and a beer & wine garden. Each year Oktoberfest attracts thousands of San Diego parents, educators, and community members to this fun-filled afternoon that raises money to improve the quality of education in University City public schools.
20 years ago, Your Safe Place brought Domestic Violence services together under One Roof
Your Safe Place provides free services to adults, seniors, children, and teens who have or are experiencing domestic violence, family violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, or sex trafficking regardless of age, gender, income, and immigration status. From City Attorney Mara W. Elliott: Domestic violence rips at the fabric of our...
The October 2022 University City News print newsletter PDF is now online; home delivery begins this weekend
The October 2022 newsletter (PDF version) is now online and available to read, print, and share with family and friends. The print version of the newsletter will be available for distribution this weekend. While you wait for your print copy, you can view, share, and download the PDF version: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
Save the Date: Here’s the October / November 2022 Short List For University City – What We Know about Events and Meetings
October is here and there’s a lot going on in University City. Check out the October newsletter; it’s available online today in PDF form at https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/ and will be delivered to our Libraries and Recreation Centers over the weekend. Please note: UCCA will host an In-Person Community Chat...
Thu, Sep 29: “Item 3” Planning Commission to Review and Provide Early Input on Community Plan Update for University City
From Development Services: The PLANNING COMMISSION releases the AGENDA for the September 29, 2022 at 9:00 A.M. meeting at Council Chamber, 12th Floor, City Administration Building, 202 C Street, San Diego, California 92101. The Planning Commission “Item 3” workshop is for the Planning Commission to review and provide early input on the update to the University Community Plan. No action is required on the part of the Planning Commission at this time.
Sep 20 2022: Register now for the University Community Plan Update meeting
From project manager Nancy Graham: REGISTER FOR THE SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING. Please join the City of San Diego Planning Department for a virtual meeting of the University Community Plan Update Subcommittee on Tuesday, September 20th at 6:00 p.m. We will be sharing the latest information on the community plan update and approach to smart growth.
Wed Sep 21: Getting Ready for the Miramar Air Show 2022 – visiting aircraft & performers are expected to arrive on Wednesday
The commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Col. Thomas M. Bedell, and the commanding general of the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Maj. Gen. Bradford J. Gering, invite the San Diego community and aviation enthusiasts to the 2022 MCAS Miramar Air Show. The theme of this year’s Air Show...
When the Date Meets the ZIP in University City: it’s happening at the 92122 Post Office on Wed Sep 21, 2022
USPS Commemorates ‘Date Meets ZIP’ Distinction in University City on Wednesday, September 21, 2022, with Special Envelopes and a Postmark, to Highlight the Once-a-Century Alignment. From information provided by the USPS: The alignment of calendar dates with ZIP Codes occurs only once a century and in relatively few...
University City celebrates on Wed Sep 21: When the Date Meets the ZIP in University City
The Valerie Upham Team will be providing after school treats for students at the end of Wednesday early dismissal. Support local businesses on this special day; some of our local restaurants are providing special discount offers to patrons. After work, head over to Standley Park for live music from the...
Wed, Sep 14, 6 PM: UCCA Community Association meets at 6 PM via Zoom; issues preliminary agenda
The University City Community Association (UCCA) will meet on Wednesday, September 14 at 6 PM via Zoom. This meeting will be recorded. UCCA’s focus this month is community updates including a presentation at 6:15 PM about the Pure Water Pipelines and Tunnels construction in University City and a presentation at 6:30 PM about Organic Waste Recycling; public safety, planning group reform, community plan update timeline, EdUCate!, Spreckels Elementary, the Garden Club, and the Rotary Club.
Wed Sep 14, 11 AM: DSD hosts Updates to the City’s ADU/JADU Regulations Certified by the CA Coastal Commission
On Wednesday, September 14, from 11 AM to 12 noon, the Development Services Department (DSD) is hosting a webinar about the latest changes to the City’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior ADU regulations and other recent amendments to the Land Development Code certified by the California Coastal Commission.
Tue Sep 13 6 PM: UCPG Planning Group meets via Zoom; issues agenda for their September meeting
The University Community Planning Group (UCPG) will meet via Zoom at 6 PM on Tuesday, September 13, 2022. This is a public meeting and all are invited to attend. The September 13 agenda and Zoom information is available at the end of this post and is also available on the Planning Group website at https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/community/profiles/university/agendas.
Hurricane Kay on the Way: San Diego Prepares for Storm Conditions, Takes Steps to Avoid Flooding, Offers Free Sand Bags
From SD Communications Department: As Hurricane Kay passes off the coast of Baja California, weather forecasters are predicting potentially strong winds and heavy rain to hit the San Diego region on Friday, Sept. 9. The City of San Diego is taking proactive steps to prevent flooding and protect water quality while also urging residents to take action to safeguard their homes, especially those in flood-prone areas.
Statewide Election in November: Be Vote Ready; how to verify your Registration Status and Voting District
From the San Diego Registrar of Voters: The Statewide General Election is November 8, 2022. For the upcoming election, every active registered voter will automatically receive a ballot in the mail. Your Voting District: Due to US Census population changes and resulting boundary Redistricting, many voting district boundaries have changed....
Call or Text: San Diego Expands Mental Health Services with 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
From the County of San Diego: People experiencing a suicide, mental health or substance use crisis are now able to call or text a three-digit 9-8-8 dialing code to get help for themselves or a loved one. San Diegans who call or text 9-8-8 are connected to a trained counselor who can help them and connect them to services in the area where they live.
Happy Labor Day University City
UCCA wishes all a safe and happy Labor Day. Relax and enjoy the day off. A special thank you to those who are working today. Every day your work is valuable and it deserves to be recognized. We appreciate you and your service to others. From the US Dept of...
Cool Zones – Places to Cool Down – Labor Day Weekend 2022 – City Services
From the City of San Diego: Do you know someone without access to air conditioning? Please share this information. Due to extreme higher temperatures forecast over the Labor Day weekend, the air conditioned Nobel Recreation Center in University City on Judicial and Nobel (8810 Judicial Dr, San Diego, CA 92122, behind the North University Community Library) will be open both Sunday, Sept. 4 and Monday, Sept. 5 from noon to 5 p.m. Free Wi-Fi is available and service animals will be allowed entry.
The September 2022 University City News print newsletter PDF is now online; home delivery begins this weekend
The September 2022 newsletter (PDF version) is now online and available to read, print, and share with family and friends. The print version of the newsletter will be available for distribution this weekend. While you wait, you can pick up a print copy at the Library or Recreation Center on Governor on Thursday afternoon; or view, share, and download the PDF version.
Save the Date: Here’s the September / October 2022 Short List For University City – What We Know about Events and Meetings
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August 2022 at Spreckels Elementary: What’s Going On Behind the Blue Curtain?
From John Lee Evans, former SDUSD School Board member: Spreckels Elementary School, on Governor Drive at Stadium Street just west of Standley Park, is undergoing a complete renovation and expansion. The school has long had windowless classrooms and incomplete partitions between classrooms. The new version will add beautiful windows, separated...
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