From UCCA’s President Diane Ahern: Hello University City. It’s May already! And just like that, we’re well into the 2nd quarter of the year.
What’s your focus this month? My focus is to help keep our community informed with news and events related to University City. UCCA’s volunteers and contributors help me do that through UCCA’s University City News print newsletter, website and social media, community outreach, event support, and public meetings. Of course, we encourage community participation in the Community Plan Update process and we urge you to attend meetings and submit suggestions to the planning department. Read on … you’ll find articles from the planning group, CPUS, and planning department in the May newsletter.
Yes, there’s a lot going on in University City. Scroll down for the May 2023 Save the Date Short List and take a look at our May print newsletter for all the details. But first, please keep in mind that while many publications and websites charge a fee to read articles and publications, UCCA’s University City News remains free as a University City community resource for all. If you can join UCCA or make a donation to help us, please do so at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/join-ucca-today/
Community Meetings:
- Budget Town Hall with D6 CM Kent Lee – Thursday, May 4, 6 PM: In person with Councilmember Lee and the Independent Budget Analyst.
- For details, visit: https://www.universitycitynews.org/2023/04/28/may-4-6-pm-d6-budget-town-hall-with-cm-kent-lee/
- ICYMI: Please email your budget priorities to: D6Budget@sandiego.gov
- UCPG Planning Group – Tuesday, May 9, 6 PM: In-person for UCPG board members; Zoom webinar option for community members. For the details, please refer to the article from UCPG Chair Chris Nielsen in the print newsletter. When available, the UCPG agenda and meeting information will be posted at: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/community/profiles/university/agendas
- UCCA Community Association – Wednesday, May 10, 6 PM: UCCA will meet via Zoom in May. Our special guest presentations will include Sarah Bowles and the Pure Water Construction Team. When available, the UCCA agenda will be posted at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/events/
- CPUS Community Plan Update Subcommittee – Tuesday, May 16, 6 PM: When available, the CPUS agenda and meeting information will be posted at: https://www.planuniversity.org/meetings
- UC CELEBRATION 4th of JULY COMMITTEE — Wednesday, May 24, 6 PM – Standley Park Rec Center. Contact Randall Tonini at randalltonini@icloud.com
- STANDLEY PARK COMMUNITY REC GROUP — Thursday, May 25, 7 PM at Standley Park: Information at: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/standley
Special Events (Please note that most of these special events are not sponsored by UCCA and are included in this list as a community courtesy.)
- Budget Town Hall with D6 CM Kent Lee – Thursday, May 4, 6 PM: In person with Councilmember Lee and the Independent Budget Analyst. For details, visit: https://www.universitycitynews.org/2023/04/28/may-4-6-pm-d6-budget-town-hall-with-cm-kent-lee/
- University City Protest Rally, Saturday, May 6. Details at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090174590758
- Clairemont Garden Tour, Saturday, May 6. Details at: https://clairemontonline.com/event-5073314
- UC San Diego Surplus Sales Garage Sale, Saturday and Sunday, May 6 & 7. Details at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/2023/05/02/sat-sun-may-6-7-uc-san-diego-surplus-sales-garage-sale/
- Rose Canyon Bird Walks, Sunday, May 7 and Saturday, May 13. Contact Debby Knight to register or for more information and to register: rosecanyon@san.rr.com.
- Library on Governor Drive closed for maintenance from May 8 through May 12: Information at: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/closed-maintenance-4
- Taste of the Triangle! Friday, May 12, 2023, Time: 7 – 10 pm; VIP Reception: 6 – 7 pm. Farmer & The Seahorse, 10996 Torreyana Rd; This is an Indoor/Outdoor event. Details at: uceducate.org/taste-of-the-triangle
- Friends of the Library Book Sale, Saturday, May 13, University Community Library on Governor. Information at: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/university-community-library
- PEOPLE FOR A CLEAN UC, Sunday, May 14, 7:15-7:30am – meet & greet; 7:30-9:00am – work: Cleanup volunteers meet at Starbucks, 3202 Governor Drive, supplies provided.
- Asian American Joy, Saturday, May 20, at the North University Library on Judicial. Details at: https://sandiego.librarymarket.com/event/asian-american-joy
- Mahjongg Memorial Day Jamboree at Nobel Recreation Center on Saturday, May 27. Come alone and join a game or invite your friends to play. It’s not a tournament; experienced and newer players are welcome. Light snack will be provided. Saturday, May 27, 2023. Time: 11:00 a.m.to 3:00 p.m. Cost: $5.00 Per person. Code: 105523. Register online at: www.sdrecconnect.com
- Garage Sale in University City, Saturday, June 3. Register by May 31. Contact: ColdwellBankerUC@gmail.com or call: 858-352-6587
- Organic Waste Recycling June 2023: https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/sb1383
May Schedules begin at our Libraries, Parks, and Pools:
- University Community and North University Libraries links to monthly program schedules. All programs are subject to change. Please contact library staff if you have any questions regarding an event.
- University Community Library on Governor: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/university-community-library
- North University Library on Judicial: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/north-university-community-library
- Pools and Parks and Recreation Centers program schedules:
- Doyle Recreation Center: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/doyle
- Nobel Recreation Center: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/nobel
- Standley Recreation Center: https://www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/standley
- Standley Aquatic Center: https://www.sandiego.gov/pools/standley-aquatic-center
- Swanson Memorial Pool: https://www.sandiego.gov/pools/swanson-memorial-pool
Ongoing Events and Training, City of San Diego:
- Pure Water pipelines construction in University City – Genesee, Nobel, Towne Center, Executive: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-utilities/sustainability/pure-water-sd/phase-1-projects/university-city-eastgate-mall/morena-northern-pipeline-alignment-and-tunnels
- Organic Waste Recycling June 2023: https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/sb1383
- Single Use Plastic Reduction Ordinance: https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/pf-ban
- City of San Diego Agendas and Meetings: https://www.sandiego.gov/citywide-agendas-minutes
In Case We Missed It:
- Refer to current event listings at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/events/
- Contact us at: UnivesrityCityNews@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail at: 858-412-0786
