This week’s "News from the Mayor’s Desk" highlights continued work to expand shelter capacity, bolster public safety, and celebrate San Diego’s diverse stories. Mayor Gloria's work to expand shelter and get people off the streets and connected to care continues with City Council approval to take the next step on a privately-owned property on Second Avenue as a potential long-term shelter site. Plus: Crime is down significantly in San Diego, thanks to smart enforcement strategies and investments in first responders, and Proposition 36 is already strengthening accountability in retail theft and drug-related offenses. Meanwhile, the "I Am San Diego" project is amplifying community voices, preserving personal stories for future generations. 

 

San Diego is making real progress in tackling homelessness and expanding housing opportunities. More people are moving into permanent housing than becoming homeless, thanks to key initiatives like the Safe Sleeping and Safe Parking programs, Homekey investments, and targeted outreach. The City is also driving housing production through innovative policies like the ADU Bonus Program and updated community plans that allow for tens of thousands of new homes near job centers. These efforts are ensuring more San Diegans have a roof over their heads at a price they can afford.

 

This week’s "From the Mayor’s Desk" newsletter calls for more action from the County of San Diego to expand behavioral health care, details proactive efforts to prevent encampment fires, and raises concerns over the City Council’s sudden move against San Diego’s successful ADU program. It also highlights Mayor Gloria’s op-ed urging federal investment in housing and celebrates the opening of 78 new affordable homes for seniors in Clairemont.