Dear Inquirer,
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a time when we honor the Jewish American community and recognize the important role that Jewish people have held in shaping American culture, history, and development. The Jewish people have existed for over 6,000 years, and many people don't know that Judaism is a religion, not an ethnic group. Jewish people come from all races and backgrounds, and live all over the world. These are the people who brought the concept of one God to the world, along with the Ten Commandments, the Golden Rule, and the Old Testament.
For generations, Jewish people around the world have faced persecution and been forced to seek refuge and safety in countries like ours, where they have contributed greatly to the cultural makeup of our nation. Jewish people first settled in San Diego as early as the 1850s, with Louis Rose being one of those early Jewish settlers. He helped establish San Diego's Jewish community as a founding member of Congregation Beth Israel, which is now the largest synagogue in our city. He built what is now the Point Loma neighborhood of Roseville.
Many Jewish people have faced discrimination and hate in recent years, which is why it is so important to ensure that San Diego is a safe and welcoming city for people of all religious and ethnic backgrounds. We must stand up in the face of hate and send a strong message that hate has no place in our city. My colleagues and I will continue to work to make San Diego a safe and accepting city for all.
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Councilmember Jennifer Campbell
District 2
San Diego City Council
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Presentation of the FY27 Draft Budget
On April 20, Mayor Gloria presented his draft Fiscal Year 2027 Budget to the City Council. As Councilmembers, we have a duty to use taxpayer dollars wisely. This year, that means passing a balanced budget and making tough but necessary choices to ensure we meet our core obligations to residents. We continue to face pressure in key areas like public safety, homelessness response, and infrastructure improvements.
We must be strategic. For example, support of the Arts brings to the city a large return on investment. So does support for homelessness services. Helping our unhoused brothers and sisters with services, housing, and jobs is part of our moral responsibility. It also helps keep our Convention Center booked and our Tourism and Hospitality Industry vibrant. This in turn increases the Tourist Occupancy Tax and sales tax receipts upon which one half of our General Fund budget depends. I look forward to working with my colleagues to deliver a balanced, responsible budget that reflects our priorities.
Denim Day
On April 21, the City Council approved a proclamation in honor of Denim Day, a day to reaffirm our commitment to ending sexual violence and supporting survivors of sexual assault. We call it Denim Day after the Italian Supreme Court in 1992 wrongfully blamed a young woman for her rape because she was wearing tight jeans. We must continue to empower survivors and stand with them every day.
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OB Surf Café | 4896 Voltaire St
Walking distance from the beach, the OB Surf Café is a locally owned food truck located in Ocean Beach at the intersection of Voltaire Street with Cable Street (92107). Try their staple fried chicken egg burrito while sipping on their OB Sunrise Smoothie. Their food is made fresh, making a 10-minute wait worthwhile. The OB Surf Café does offer seating underneath big patio umbrellas. One can also order online as well for catered events. For more information, click the button below.
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Dining Out For Life
Last week, my staff and I Dined Out For Life at Doc Holliday’s, one of Old Town’s newest restaurants. Dining Out For Life is an annual fundraiser where participating businesses donate 25-50% of their proceeds for that day to San Diego LGBT Center for their HIV prevention and treatment programs. I want to thank the team at Doc Holliday’s for participating in this year’s Dining Out For Life fundraiser!
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Bike Anywhere Day | May 21, 2026
SANDAG’s Bike Anywhere Day is coming up on May 21. This free event encourages participants of all ages to bike around their community to visit various pit stops in their neighborhood for a free t-shirt and refreshments, and a chance to win fun giveaways. This year, the North Clairemont Library will be a Bike Anywhere Day pit stop in the morning from 6:30-9:30am. Ride your bike over to the North Clairemont Library for prizes, photo opportunities, and coffee and donuts.
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San Diego Community College District Now Accepting Applications for San Diego Promise Program
The San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) is now accepting applications for their tuition-free San Diego Promise program for the fall 2026 semester. This program provides up to two years of free tuition and health fees, and book grants for students with demonstrated financial need, removing financial barriers and opening the doors to higher education opportunities at San Diego City, Mesa, and Miramar colleges. Students are encouraged to complete the enrollment process, submit their Promise application, and complete admission requirements by May 22, 2026. For more information and to complete an application, click the button below.
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Next Phase of Work for Pure Water SD - Pipeline Tie-In at W. Morena Blvd.
Beginning April 27, crews will connect the final pipeline tie-in point at the intersection of Morena Blvd. and Vega St, completing the Southern pipeline segment. Work to complete the tie-in will take approximately four days and once completed, crews will pave the immediate work area in advance of future paving. Work will take place during daytime hours from 7am to 3:30pm, and the northbound lane between Vega St. and W Morena Blvd. will remain closed. For the safety of the public and workers, traffic control measures will be in place throughout the work zone. For your safety, please follow all posted signage. Please allow extra travel time and plan commutes accordingly.
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Stepping Stone of San Diego 50th Anniversary Gala
For 50 years, Stepping Stone has been one of the only LGBTQ+ focused nonprofits providing critical behavioral health and substance use treatment services in the nation. The Pink Gala was a powerful reminder of the lifesaving work they do every day and the community that makes it possible. They are truly a model for addressing the homelessness and mental health crises facing our community. Congratulations to Stepping Stone on reaching this milestone anniversary!
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Library Patron Satisfaction Survey
The Library Department is conducting their annual Patron Satisfaction Survey from now until May 2, and they want to hear from you! Click the button below to share your thoughts about programming and services offered at your local branch library.
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Emilio Nares Foundation "Healing Through Nature" Program
The Emilio Nares Foundation is now accepting families to join the spring and summer classes for their Healing Through Nature Program, a free and family-centered wellness program for families of children in cancer remission or recovering from a life-threatening condition. The program includes guided outdoor experiences, therapeutic nature-based activities for children and caregivers, financial education, and mindfulness resources all offered in both English and Spanish. There is no income requirement, and the program is open to families with a child aged 0-18 in any stage of survivorship from childhood cancer or a life-threatening condition. For more information, click the button below.
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San Diego Housing Commission First-Time Homebuyer Program
Homeownership in the City of San Diego is within reach for middle-income families with assistance available from the San Diego Housing Commission’s Middle-Income First-Time Homebuyer program. Eligible households can receive a low-interest, deferred-payment loan and a grant toward closing costs – a total of $50,000 to support their home purchase. To learn more, click the button below.
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Delivery of New Recycling Bins Has Begun
The City’s Environmental Services Department will begin delivering new light blue recycling bins this month to households eligible for City-provided trash service. Customers can look up when the delivery of new blue cans will occur for their neighborhood, and crews will remove the old blue 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. 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.
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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:
- Manuel Reyes: Ocean Beach and Mission Bay
- Carrie Munson: Clairemont
- Seamus Kennedy: Midway District
- Margaret Doyle: Point Loma
- Guillermo Castillo: Old Town and Mission Beach
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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.
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Office of Councilmember
Jennifer Campbell
City Administration Building
202 "C" Street, 10th Floor
San Diego, CA 92101
619-236-6622
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