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College Area
The College Area is a dynamic residential community situated south of the Interstate 8, just west of the City of La Mesa. Focused development of the area was stimulated during the 1930s, when San Diego State College (San Diego State University) relocated to its current location. The College Area is comprised of a portion of the historic El Cajon Boulevard commercial district, Alvarado Hospital, and countless charming and historic neighborhoods. It reflects both tradition and change, and is home to a diverse mix of long-time residents and SDSU students, an evolving commercial corridor featuring new and established businesses catering to families and students alike.
College Area Community Planning Group
www.sandiego.gov/planning/community-plans/college-area/planning-group
Meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m.
College Rolando Library
6600 Montezuma Rd., San Diego, CA 92115
Chair: Tom Silva, thomasjerome.ts@gmail.com
College Area Community Council
collegeareacc.com (Facebook & Instagram - @collegeareacc)
Meets the First Tuesday of every month at 5:30pm
College Rolando Library
6600 Montezuma Rd., San Diego, CA 92115
Chair: Julie Hamilton, collegeareacc@gmail.com
SDSU Associated Students Good Neighbor Program
The Good Neighbor Program is run by the Associated Students at San Diego State University, educating students regarding practices and behaviors that encourage them to be good neighbors in the greater community. The program builds relationships within the College Area Community, volunteering or collaborating on community events such as regular community cleanups.
Visit as.sdsu.edu/ccc/events for more information about the program and contact information.
College Area Economic Development Corporation
The College Area Economic Development Corporation, commonly known as the “College Area Business District” is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. The organization serves as a business advocacy organization meeting the needs of business owners and commercial property owners within the district. The District boundaries are El Cajon Boulevard between 54th Street and 73rd Street, on Montezuma Road north of El Cajon Boulevard and College Avenue north of El Cajon Boulevard up to and including the businesses on San Diego State University campus.
The College Area Economic Development Corporation manages both the College Area Business Improvement District and the College Heights Enhanced Maintenance Assessment District to improve the commercial area.
For more information about the College Area Business District, visit collegeareasd.com
College Area Business District Board of Directors meets the third Wednesday every month at 9am in their office:
4704 College Avenue
San Diego CA 92115
Chair: Paul Russo
Executive Director Jim Schneider: (619) 582-1093, jim@collegeareasd.com