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‘Thank You for the Hope’: How a Pilot Program Helped Homeless Residents and the Community
In 34 days over four months, homeless residents participating in the Triangle Project picked up nearly 45 tons of trash in a triangle-shaped area bounded by National Avenue and 16th and Commercial streets.
MORNING REPORT
Morning Report: Cleanup Program Gave Homeless Residents Something Rare — Hope
A pilot project sparked by a question from a homeless resident about why the city couldn’t make it easier for homeless San Diegans to clean up after themselves became so much more. For the past four months, homeless residents have…
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VOSD Podcast: What if We Paid Teachers With Money?
Earlier this month, San Diego Unified leaders announced they would offer $10,000 dollar signing bonuses for new special education teachers and nurses. This is a new effort by the district…
Politics Report: The People Asked for Time and Now They Get Time Because What They Really Wanted Was Time
Former Mayor Kevin Faulconer jumped on KUSI to say he was happy a proposed settlement over 101 Ash St. was delayed because it wasn’t something ‘that should be rushed.’ And…
Progressive School Leaders Embrace What Was Once Taboo: Pay Incentives for Teachers
San Diego Unified leaders plan to offer signing bonuses for some teachers to combat a labor shortage. But not too long ago that seemed taboo.
recent stories
What We Learned About the Future of Reproductive Rights in California
Saying it’s been a hard week for women across the nation would be an understatement. Last Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade, allowing states to prohibit abortion…
San Diego’s Top Climate Activists Want City to Walk From Climate Action Plan
The City Council’s Environment Committee meets Thursday to vote on Mayor Todd Gloria’s Climate Action Plan 2.0, released in 2021.
Fast Food Worker Bill Moves Forward
This post originally appeared in the June 29 Morning Report. Get the daily newsletter in your inbox here. A bill to establish a fast-food sector council in California passed another…
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Education
San Dieguito District Board Fires Superintendent
Superintendent Cheryl James-Ward has been fired following months of controversy over comments she made linking the academic success of Asian students to wealth.
In One of the Largest Charter School Scams in History, No One Will Serve Jail Time
The ringleaders and others behind a scam that raided millions of dollars from the state will not spend a single day behind bars. Here’s where their pleas and sentences stand.
Del Mar Union School District Says Teacher Survey Is on the Horizon
After months of parents and teachers demanding a third-party review of the district’s staff climate, a board member has indicated that a teacher survey will be discussed in August.
environment
As Drought Pummels Northern Mexico, Baja Weighs Buying Water from Mexicali’s Farmers
The drought is hitting northern Mexico so hard that the state of Baja will likely have to buy water from farmers in the agricultural region of Mexicali.
Cody Hooven Departs San Diego Community Power
Cody Hooven, one of the top leaders at the region’s fledgling public power company, has left San Diego Community Power.
East vs West Wastewater Wars Move Closer to Resolution
There’s a proposal on the table that could get both what they want, but it will require getting support, and dollars, from other local agencies.
north county
Encinitas Safe Parking Program Data Reveals Most Participants Are Coming from Nearby Cities
Encinitas recently extended its safe parking program for homeless residents, though it has long been a point of contention for neighbors.
Vista Scraps Homeless Shelter Idea After Failing to Get Bids to Run it
Vista’s search for a new homeless shelter didn’t receive bids from local providers, some who claim that it’s because the city failed to identify sufficient funding and an adequate location.
Concerns About Low-Barrier Homeless Shelters Ignite Debate at Carlsbad Council Meeting
As North County cities continue to grapple with how to best address homelessness in their communities, a Carlsbad City Councilmember sparked a debate that we may be hearing more about in…
opinion and commentary
When it Comes to Housing in San Marcos, The Kids Are Not Alright
San Marcos and North County are losing young people, which is bad news for families, businesses, and for our schools.
Senior Homelessness Is a Problem San Diego Must Solve
We have a golden opportunity to address easily preventable problems through targeted leveraging of existing resources.
Full Analysis of All Sports Arena Proposals Is a Must
The San Diego City Council should move forward with a thorough analysis of all five proposals before shortening down the list.
POLITICS
Politics Report: The Mayor Clearly Kind of Wants 101 Ash
What the mayor wants to do with 101 Ash St. and how the state pierced the height limit in Pacific Beach.
Politics Report: A Chip Off the Old Coastal Height Limit
The state has taken a big chunk out of one of San Diego’s defining development restrictions for the last 50 years, and water politics are getting interesting.
The Former Council President’s Loan to Herself
This post originally appeared in the June 4 Politics Report. The newsletter is available to Voice of San Diego members. Become a member today to support our work here. Late…
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