CAMPBELL CHRONICLES

February 9, 2026
 

Dear Inquirer,

 

On February 2, the City Council unanimously approved a resolution opposing the unnecessarily aggressive and excessive tactics used by federal immigration enforcement authorities, such as ICE, throughout the United States. While local officials at the city level cannot dictate the actions of federal agents, we have ensured that our local police officers are not assisting in immigration enforcement actions, and I believe that every city in the country should stand up and do the same.

 

What ICE is doing in communities across our country is not law enforcement. It is violent, it is aggressive, and it is illegal. The federal government and its agents have completely disregarded the protections of the Constitution and are instilling terror in our country's residents through their lawless actions. As someone who grew up participating in the Civil Rights Movements of the 1950s and 1960s, I know that when communities come together in peaceful protest, we can make our voices heard. We must remain united and continue to fight this horrible assault on our democracy.

 

I thank my colleagues for bringing this resolution forward and making sure that San Diego is doing our part to protect our residents.

All the best,

Councilmember Jennifer Campbell
District 2
San Diego City Council
 

Appointment of Roger Smith as Executive Director of the Commission on Police Practices

On January 26, the City Council approved the appointment of Roger Smith as the Executive Director of the Commission on Police Practices. Since 2017, he has been working on police oversight and accountability issues in cities like New York, Cleveland, Phoenix, and now San Diego. His years of leadership and experience will bring guidance to the Commission and I thank him for his willingness to serve the community.

 

International Holocaust Remembrance Day

January 27 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a solemn occasion when we honor the six million Jewish people and six million other civilian victims who were murdered by the Nazi regime during World War II. At the City Council meeting on January 27, we heard from Holocaust survivor Lou Pechi, who was seven years old when the Nazis invaded the Croatian city of Zagreb, where he was born. His story of escaping the Nazis and ultimately coming to the United States is a poignant reminder that hate has NO place in our country, which was founded on the principle that everyone is entitled to basic human freedoms, including the freedom of religion as guaranteed in our Constitution.
 

Divine Flowers | 3095 Clairemont Drive

Valentine's Day is around the corner. There is a wonderful local business called the Divine Flower Shop, located at 3095 Clairemont Drive (92117). Owner Mr. Eduardo Velasquez holds twenty years of experience. Beyond bouquets, the Divine Flower Shop also does weddings, special occasions, and offers hand delivery of its flowers. Most of the Shop's flowers are locally sourced, sustaining regional growers while keeping an eye on the environment. Check them out by clicking the button below.
 

Clairemont Town Council Monthly Meeting: "Roles and Responsibilities of a Councilmember"

Thank you to the Clairemont Town Council for hosting me at their monthly meeting to discuss the role of a City Councilmember and some of the duties and responsibilities of this job. As the eighth largest city in America, San Diego has a lot going on, and it's our job as Councilmembers to advocate for the needs of our residents, both in our Districts and citywide, to ensure that our city continues to thrive.
 

San Diego River Park Foundation Preliminary Point in Time Count Data Shows Decrease in Homeless Individuals Along San Diego River

During last week's Point in Time Count, the San Diego River Park Foundation completed a full census of the riverbed within City limits to assess the number of unhoused individuals living along the San Diego River. Preliminary data shows a 49.8% decrease of individuals living along the river compared to the Point in Time Count conducted last year. Additionally, 61 fewer vehicle dwellers were counted this year, which is closely tied to the opening of the H Barracks Safe Parking Site. These are the lowest numbers along the San Diego River since 2019, thanks to the creation of more Safe Parking, Safe Sleeping, and other housing and shelter options to get unhoused individuals out of the riverbed and connected with services.
 

Community Recreation Needs Assessment

As part of the City's first-ever Community Recreation Needs Assessment, San Diegans are invited to participate in a series of virtual and in-person workshops where they will be encouraged to share feedback on how recreational services can be improved. The Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a series of virtual focus groups, the last of which will be held on February 11 at 4pm. For more information, or to register for any of these meetings, please click the button below.
 

Next Phase of Work for Pure Water SD - Morena Conveyance South & Middle

Beginning February 2, crews started working on the Morena Conveyance South & Middle at the intersection of Morena Blvd. and Milton St. Please be advised that the intersection of Morena Blvd. and Milton St. will be closed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for three weeks. Crews will install two new pipelines that will connect to the previously constructed pipeline on Milton St., marking a major milestone for the Pure Water Program. A detour route will be in place throughout this three-week phase of work. Crews will be performing work from 7am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday, for approximately three weeks. This schedule is subject to change. For your safety, please follow all posted signage.
 

San Diego Police Department Walk-Out Ceremony

This week, we honored three incredible leaders from our Police Department who are sadly leaving us after many incredible years of service. Because of the leadership of individuals like Deputy Chief Rudy Tai, Assistant Chief Tina Williams, and Commander Matt Novak, San Diego continues to be one of America's safest big cities. I want to thank them for everything they have done for our city, and congratulate Deputy Chief Tai on his new position as Kauai's Police Chief. As for Assistant Chief Williams and Commander Novak, congratulations on your retirements!
 

Solid Waste Management Fee Financial Assistance Program

The City of San Diego and the Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee on Anti-Poverty (MAAC) have partnered to launch the Solid Waste (Trash) Management Fee Financial Assistance Program to help eligible homeowners reduce out-of-pocket costs for their trash and recycling fees. Assistance is first-come, first-served through April 2026. You may be eligible if you own and live in your home as your primary residence, receive City trash and recycling service, and you either have a household median income that meets the threshold below, or someone in your household is enrolled in Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWORKS, or the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. To learn more and apply, click the button below.
 

PFLAG San Diego County LGBTQ+ Scholarship Application Now Open

PFLAG San Diego County is awarding up to 25 scholarships to LGBTQ+ seniors in high school, undergraduate, and graduate school who reside in San Diego County based on their commitment to their chosen field, financial need, and academic achievement. In addition to general scholarships, there are specific scholarships offered in the following areas: STEM, Art, Education, Health Services, Community College, and Vocational Studies. The application deadline is March 1, 2026. To learn more or apply for a scholarship, click the button below.
 

AgeWell Services' 50th Anniversary Talent Show

AgeWell Services is excited to celebrate its 50th Annual Talent Show where residents aged 60 and better can share their talents with the community! This year's event will be a two-day celebration, giving participants the chance to perform on one or both days, scheduled for Tuesday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The talent show will take place at the Fourth District Seniors Resource Center, located at 570 S 65th St, San Diego, CA 92114. 
 

Delivery of New Trash Bins Has Begun

The City's Environmental Services Department has begun delivering new gray trash bins to households eligible for City-provided trash service. Customers should look up when the delivery will occur for their neighborhood, and crews will remove the old black trash bins on that same day. The delivery process is expected to continue over the course of several months, and Environmental Services will notify customers about their bin delivery date through mailers to the property owner's address. If your bin is not delivered on the scheduled date, please complete a Get It Done report. To learn more about the delivery of new bins and see when your bin delivery date will be, you can click the button below or look online through your Residential Waste Collection Services Portal.
 

Have a question or need assistance from the City? Contact your respective Community Representative from my Office. Please note that some staff changes have occurred, and your Community Representative may be different:
 

If you need assistance with non-emergency community concerns, please use the Get It Done App or you can call my office or email me directly.

Office of Councilmember
Jennifer Campbell
City Administration Building
202 "C" Street, 10th Floor
San Diego, CA 92101

 

619-236-6622

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