Save the Date: Here’s the February 2024 Newsletter and Short List of University City community News and Events

Happy February University City! From UCCA President Jemma Samala (excerpts from Jemma’s February newsletter column):

Let’s get to work! We’ve survived another holiday season, and now we look ahead towards a busy and productive year. I believe one thing that we all have in common, as with so many of UC residents, is our love of community. Diane told me that my column last month was like a love letter to University City. And yes, I ♥ UC! I hear about so many residents who have lived in UC for decades, whose kids also live in UC, no wonder 92122 is a hot real estate and rental market – none of us want to leave!

I think of February as Valentine’s Day month – and love comes in many forms. Yes, of course your love of your partner, your children, your family, your friends, your pets, and your community. I know many of you love UC as I do, otherwise we wouldn’t have so many volunteers in our community groups, our schools, our social clubs.

Our love of community helps keep all your neighbors informed about issues that affect our neighborhood and what we can do about it. We may not always agree, but we all care. Read my complete column on page 3 (and much more) of the February print newsletter, now available online. Weather permitting, delivery will begin this weekend.

February 2024 Save-the-Date: Join UCCA Today! : universitycitynews.org/join-ucca-today/

• Thursday, February 1, University City News print newsletter (PDF) available to download and read; weather permitting, delivery begins this weekend. View and read online at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
• February 2024, register to vote and check your voter registration for the March 5 primary election: https://www.sdvote.com/
• Saturday, February 10, Jemma (UCCA president) at Starbucks, 9 to 11; stop by the Starbucks on Governor Drive.
• Sunday, February 11, People for a Clean UC. Contact Vince at: vfreardon@gmail.com
• Monday, February 12, 5:30 PM, UCCA with the Pure Water Team and the Transportation Department; in-person at Nobel Recreation Center. Hear about the latest Pure Water construction updates in the University City area, including ADA ramp upgrades, crosswalk markings, and bike lane striping. Speakers are from the City of San Diego construction management team and the Transportation Department. When available, the agenda will be posted at: universitycitynews.org/category/ucca-meeting/
• Tuesday, February 13, at 6 PM, UCPG (Planning Group). When available, the agenda and details will be posted at: sandiego.gov/planning/community/profiles/university/agendas
• Saturday, February 17, 3:30 PM, UC Garden Club. Look up to the Owls – an introduction to owl boxes. To get on the mailing list for information, email Jemma at: jemmasamala@gmail.com
• Tuesday, February 20, Community Plan Update Subcommittee. Please note, date is tentative. For updated information, visit: https://www.planuniversity.org/
• Wednesday, February 21, 6pm, UC Celebration Planning Committee. In person at Standley Recreation Center. To get on the emailing list, contact Randall at: randalltonini@icloud.com
• Thursday, February 22, Standley Community Recreation Group. For information, call Recreation Center: 858.552.1651
• Friday afternoon, February 23, MCAS Miramar Community Tour. The details are posted in the February print newsletter; available at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/

Save the Date for March:

• Register to vote and check your voter registration for the March primary election: https://www.sdvote.com/
• Saturday, March 2, free dumpster day in University City D6. Info at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/2024/02/02/march-2-no-cost-dumpster-day-in-d6-university-city/
• Sunday, March 3, 4 to 5:30, Power San Diego; sponsored by Change Begins with ME. Register at: bit.ly/CBWM_PSD
• Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Presidential Primary Election. Details at:  https://www.sdvote.com/content/rov/en/elections/election_information.html
• Tuesday, March 12, UCPG board member election. Details at: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/community/profiles/university/agendas
• Wednesday, March 20, 6pm, UC Celebration Planning Committee. In person at Standley Recreation Center. To get on the emailing list, contact Randall at: randalltonini@icloud.com
• Friday, March 22, EdUCate! Taste of the Triangle. Details at: https://uceducate.org/taste-of-the-triangle/

February Schedules at our Libraries, Parks, and Pools:

• Libraries – University Community and North University – program schedules:
  • 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 and Networking Opportunities:

• Draft 2024 Land Development Code (LDC) Update list, visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/work/land-development-code/updates-in-process
• Draft Mobility Master Plan, visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/sustainability-mobility/mobility/mobility-master-plan
• Pure Water pipelines construction in University City – Genesee/Governor intersection, 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
• Draft Community Plan Update: https://www.planuniversity.org/
• Contact the City: https://www.universitycitynews.org/2023/10/27/contact-us-lets-stay-in-touch-university-city/
• Infrastructure / CIP (capital improvement project) Survey for parks, libraries, bike lanes, rec centers, roads, etc: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/programs/work-programs/infrastructure-prioritization-engagement
• Planning Group Reform and Community Participation and Representation Plan Workshops: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/community-plans/cpg/recognition-operations
• Organic Waste Recycling: 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 Council Agendas and Meetings:  https://www.sandiego.gov/citywide-agendas-minutes

In Case We Missed It:

• Please let us know; contact us at: UniversityCityNews@gmail.com or leave us a voice mail at: 858-412-0786
• Refer to current event listings at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/events/

There’s a lot going on in University City and we have a lot to chat about. Let’s get out there! This month, the University City community is host to many events with opportunities to meet up with elected officials, community leaders, neighbors and friends. I hope to see you out and about in University City.

Save-the-Date compiled by Diane Ahern, Corresponding Secretary / Past President, University City Community Association

• UCCA Voice Mail: 858-412-0786
• UCCA Email: UniversityCityNews@gmail.com

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