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Pacific Beach Celebrates Firefighters at the 46th Annual PAESAN
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Pacific Beach celebrated the 46th Annual PAESAN (Police and Emergency Services Appreciation Night) on Wednesday.
PAESAN is a meaningful, community-led tradition that brings Pacific Beach together to celebrate our first responders, honor their service, and let them know that our community stands with them. Each year, PAESAN shines a light on a different division of first responders, with 2026 highlighting our firefighters. In total, over $40,000 was raised for Fire Station 20 and 21’s crews. It was a privilege to join in the recognition of this year’s awardees.
Thank you, Pacific Beach Town Council, Honorary PB Mayor Denise Friedman, local businesses, and sponsors for organizing and supporting PAESAN.
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Get It Done in D1: Clearing Stormwater Channels in Sorrento Valley
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On the Council, I have underscored the need to improve our stormwater infrastructure, secured funding, and called for more investment. The City has been clearing creeks, storm channels, and drainage inlets across the City ahead of this year’s El Niño development.
Recently, the Stormwater Department initiated maintenance on seven channel segments in the Sorrento Valley area. This maintenance will improve hydraulic capacity and reduce flood risk to adjacent businesses and infrastructure.
Thank you to the surrounding community for your cooperation as the City takes action to improve our stormwater infrastructure and maintain flood-safe communities.
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California Declares a State of Emergency for El Niño
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September is National Preparedness Month.
Super El Niño is here, and our City and region are predicted to experience severe weather. The Governor declared a state of emergency, accelerating preparations and freeing up additional state resources to respond to El Niño. The City of San Diego has been working across departments to be ready to respond to heavy rain, potential flooding, and coastal impacts before disaster strikes.
The best way to take care of yourself, your loved ones, and property is to get prepared now:
- Find out if you reside in a floodplain
- Prepare an emergency kit
- Have an evacuation plan
- Download Alert San Diego to receive emergency updates
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Community Corner: Tree Pruning Continues on Schedule
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The City is pruning palm trees. Work remains on schedule for completion in La Jolla and surrounding communities by October 1st. Recent tree pruning occurred in and around the Village, on Coast Blvd, Prospect St., and at Ellen Browning Scripps Park. As work is underway, please keep an eye out for traffic control and workers.
Thank you again to the City of San Diego’s Urban Forestry Program for coordinating tree maintenance in La Jolla and across the City.
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Council President Joe LaCava
Councilmember, District 1
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