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NBC7: F/A-18 fighter jet crash under investigation on MCAS Miramar
Update from Union-Tribune 8:13 AM 08-25-2023 – Pilot killed in military jet crash at Miramar air base. A Marine pilot was killed when a F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet crashed late Thursday near Marine Corps Air Station Miramar base, military officials said. The jet crashed just before 11:55 p.m. Thursday on government property east of the air station. The downed plane was part of the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing with the Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron, officials with the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing announced Friday morning.
August 2023 : The End of the Month Update with Some September News Thrown in the Mix
From UCCA President Diane Ahern: 🌀🌞 Hello University City neighbor, wow! I never expected to live through a Tropical Storm in San Diego, let alone be under a hurricane watch. I hope you are your family are doing well and made it through safely. Due to the ongoing effects of Tropical Storm Hilary, the City has declared a State of Emergency. If you need assistance, please visit the City website at: https://www.sandiego.gov/
Sunday, August 27: It’s Side Traxx in Concert and UCCA’s Volunteer Appreciation Night at Standley Park
2023 Summer Concerts conclude with Side Traxx on Sunday, August 27. The Summer Concerts are sponsored by the University City Parks Council and held on Sunday evenings at Standley Park, at the new Standley MS Pavilion Stage on Governor Drive, from 5 to 7 PM. UCCA will host its Volunteer...
City Announces Public Facility Closures | SDUSD Announces First Day of School Postponed to Tuesday, August 22
From San Diego Unified School District: San Diego Unified to Postpone First Day of School to Assess Storm Damage and Ensure Student Safety. San Diego Unified School District has announced that the first day of school has been postponed to Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Postponing the first day will allow...
Hurricane Hilary: City of San Diego to Close Facilities, Parks and Beaches Due to Tropical Storm Warning; Monday Trash Services Will NOT be Delayed
The Summer Concert scheduled for Sunday, August 20, at Standley Park has been cancelled. Details at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/summer-concerts-in-standley-park/. San Diego Unified School District Opening Day: For the most up to date information about San Diego Unified Schools, visit: https://www.sandiegounified.org/. Trash and Green Reclycing Pickup: Trash and recycling collection services scheduled for...
Summer Concerts [weather permitting] with True Stories on August 20; and Side Traxx on August 27
2023 Summer Concerts conclude with True Stories on Sunday August 20 and Side Traxx on Sunday, August 27. The Summer Concerts are sponsored by the University City Parks Council and held on Sunday evenings at Standley Park, at the new Standley MS Pavilion Stage on Governor Drive, from 5 to 7 PM.
Performance Audit of the City’s Brush Management on City-owned Land
In July 2023, the Office of the City Auditor published a performance audit of the City’s brush management on City-owned land. The objective of this audit was to determine whether the City conducts regular and effective brush management on City-owned land within high wildfire-risk zones. The audit found that...
Sun Aug 13: it’s the Electric Waste Band at Standley Park Summer Concert
Bring your food, drinks, blankets and chairs and join us for a couple hours on a Sunday evening. This should be a fun time! You’re all invited as we celebrate the music of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead on Sunday, August 13, from 5 to 7 PM, at the Summer Concert in University City at the Standley MS Pavilion Stage, on Governor Drive. If you’re driving, you can park along Governor Drive or in the Standley MS parking lot on Radcliffe.
City changes Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) Survey and Ranking Procedures; Seeks Community Input with Infrastructure Priorities Survey
From Diane Ahern, University City Community Association (UCCA) President: The City has changed the way they rank Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) this year; no longer do they have to be ranked by Planning Groups. Anyone, including Community Recreation Groups, Fire Safe Councils, Library Friends, Community Associations … and individuals who are not associated with any particular group … can submit a capital improvement project (CIP) idea by filling out the Infrastructure Priorities Survey.
Sunday, August 6: It’s BACKPACKS FOR KIDS sponsored by Coldwell Banker UC
Coldwell Banker UC’s annual BACK PACKS FOR KIDS returns on Sunday, August 6 to Standley Park from 3:00-6:00pm. We are collecting school supplies and backpacks for the less fortunate foster and homeless children who attend San Diego public schools. Let’s give them a hand up and help them be ready for a new school year! We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, August 6 at Standley Park. Email us for more info-coldwelbankeruc@gmail.com.
Pure Water construction update for Genesee and Governor on Wed, Aug 9, 6 PM: UCCA releases preliminary agenda for community meeting
Pure Water construction on Genesee will enter a new phase in August with construction work beginning on Genesee at the Governor Drive instersection. All work is expected to take place at night. The Pure Water construction team and UCCA will host a public Zoom meeting on Wed, Aug 9, 6 PM via Zoom with a Pure Water Construction Update on Governor / Genesee Intersection and much more. It’s everything you need to know about August / September Pure Water construction on Genesee, Nobel, and Towne Centre Drive in University City.
Union-Tribune: Planning Commission supports Housing Action Package 2.0 but votes against Senate Bill 10 (SB10)
San Diego’s sweeping Housing Action Package 2.0 moves forward without Senate Bill 10, its biggest element. As posted by the SDUT August 3, 2023:. San Diego’s Planning Commission unanimously voted against a key part of Mayor Todd Gloria’s housing plan Thursday that would have eliminated single-family zoning in much of the city.
Save the Date! Here’s the August 2023 Short List for University City community Events and Meetings
UCCA City of San Diego, Community Health, District 1 - City Council, District 6 - City Council, Events and Calendars, Library, Parks & Recreation Dept, President's Remarks, UCHS - High School, UCPG - Planning Group, UCPU - Community Plan Update, University City News UCCA 0. Hello University City neighbor, there’s...
Aug 1, 6 PM: UCPG Planning Group issues its Agenda for its August 1 meeting
The UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY PLANNING GROUP, Notice of Executive Committee Monthly Meeting in person at 9880 Campus Pointe Drive, Third Floor, Terra Nova Conference Room; with Zoom option, 6:00 P.M. August 1, 2023. This is a HYBRID meeting with Zoom instructions on page 3 of the agenda and at the end of this post. This is a hybrid meeting with the UCPG board required to attend in-person but.
Tue, Aug 1: Pure Water Construction Alert for Towne Center Drive in University City
⚠️ On August 1, traffic control will be set-up and construction will begin on southbound Towne Centre Drive between La Jolla Village Drive and Towne Centre Gateway as part of the City of San Diego Morena Northern Pipelines and Tunnels project in University City. This work is estimated to take 30 days to complete.
Everything you need to know about Housing Action Package 2.0 and SB10 and the Planning Commission but were afraid to ask
From the City of San Diego: “The City of San Diego remains committed to providing Homes for All of Us. Housing Action Package 1.0 adopted in February 2022, included new programs and code revisions to incentivize construction of new homes at all income levels. Housing Action Package 2.0 will...
Summer Movies in the Park return to University City area parks on Friday and Saturday, July 21 and 22
Summer Movies in the Park return to University City area parks on Friday and Saturday, July 21 and 22. It’s “Free and Fabulous Family Fun in Your Neighborhood”. 🍿Minions: The Rise of Gru @ Doyle Community Park, July 21 @ 6:30 pm. 🍿Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa...
Sat, Aug 5, 2023, 2 PM: It’s the annual Banana Split Ice Cream Social at Standley Park
The Standley Park Recreation Center staff, the University City Parks Council (UCPC), and the Standley Park Community Recreation Group are pleased to announce the return of the Banana Split Ice Cream Social on Saturday, August 5, at 2 PM. Ice cream is generously donated by the Heimberger family, and the toppings are provided by the Standley Park staff and Community Recreation Group. Please bring your own banana.
Tue Aug 1: National Night Out at Standley Park
Meet and Greet in the Park during National Night Out and get to know your First Responders; Tuesday, August 1 Standley Park, 3585 Governor Drive, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. One of the best ways to build a safer community is to get to know your neighbors and your surroundings. Meet...
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