Hello University City! It’s June! 🌞 Let’s get the new month started with UCCA’s University City News newsletter and Save-the-Date.
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June Newsletter:Â
- The online PDF version is available now at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
- The print newsletter will be available for pickup on Saturday afternoon, on Governor Drive at the Library, the UC Laundromat, the Recreation Center, and at Cal Coast Credit Union. UCCA’s newsletter delivery volunteers will begin distribution this weekend.
City Budget Save-the-Date:Â
- Tuesday June 3: Release of Independent Budget Analyst’s final report
- Friday, June 6, 2025 – Budget Review Committee discusses the recommended City Council budget modifications
- Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – City Council hearing and possible approval of the FY 2026 Budget with any final budget modifications
- For more information, visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/citycouncil/cd6/budget
(Last week of) May Save-the-Date:
- Thursday, May 29:Â UCCA’s University City News (PDF version) is available online at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
- Saturday, May 31, 7:30 to 12 noon: Coldwell Banker University City Neighborhood Garage Sale. For details and to sign up, contact your Coldwell Banker UC agent or go to: https://dunahoorealtygroup.com/25th-annual-garage-sale
- Saturday, May 31: Print newsletters will be available on Friday for pickup on Governor Drive at the UC Library, Cal Coast Credit Union, the UC Laundromat, and the Standley Recreation Center.
- Saturday, May 31: First Day of Summer Movies in the Park; information at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/movies-in-the-park/
- Saturday, May 31: UCCA’s newsletter delivery volunteers will begin distribution of the print June 2025 University City News. The online PDF version is available now at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
- Saturday, May 31: Community Garage Sale; information at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/UCCA/GarageSale2025
- Saturday, May 31: Opening Day – Summer Movies in the Park; information at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/movies-in-the-park/
June Save-the-Date:
- Sunday, June 1: First Day of Summer Reading Program at the Library; details at: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-library/kidsandteens/summerreading
- Tuesday June 3: Release of Independent Budget Analyst’s final report
- Friday, June 6: Budget Review Committee discusses the recommended City Council budget modifications
- Monday, June 9: City Council hearing on Waste / Trash Fees;Â when available, the agenda will be available at: https://www.sandiego.gov/city-clerk/officialdocs/meetings-calendar
- Tuesday, June 10: City Council hearing on Budget and possible approval of the FY 2026 Budget with any final budget modifications
- Tuesday, June 10: UCPG (planning group)Â will meet in a hybrid format (in person with Zoom option) at 6 PM. This is a public meeting and all are welcome. When available, the agenda, in-person location, and zoom information will be posted at:Â sandiego.gov/planning/community/profiles/university/agendas
- Saturday, June 14: UCCA President Jemma Samala with UCCA’s Open Hours at Starbucks from 9 to 11 AM. Please contact president Jemma via email at: president@universitycitynews.org
- Sunday, June 15:Â Happy Father’s Day
- Monday, June 16:Â City Council discusses ADUs; when available, the agenda will be available at: https://www.sandiego.gov/city-clerk/officialdocs/meetings-calendar
- Tuesday, June 17: UC Talks Construction (Pure Water on Genesee / Water and Sewer on Governor): 5:30 PM UCCA general meeting; details in the June newsletter.
- Wednesday, June 18: Cleanup and Beautification at University Gardens Park; contact Claudia Glenn at: cbglenn@sandiego.gov
- Thursday June 19: Content Deadline for July/August print newsletter. Please send news and advertising requests for the July/August newsletter by June 19. More information at: www.universitycitynews.org/ucca-newsletter-archives/
- Sunday, June 22: People for a Clean UC;Â meet up in the parking lot near Starbucks at 8:15 AM. For more information, contact Vince at: vfreardon@gmail.com
- Wednesday, June 25: UC Celebration 4th of July Planning Meeting meets at 6:15 PM at the Recreation Center at 3585 Governor Drive. This is a public meeting and all are welcome.
- Thursday, June 26: Standley Park Community Recreation Group (CRG) meets at 7 PM at the Recreation Center at 3585 Governor Drive. This is a public meeting and all are welcome. For agenda information, please call the recreation center at: 858-552-1652
Save-the-Date Summer and Fall
- Summer Movies in the Park: https://www.universitycitynews.org/movies-in-the-park/
- UC Celebration (4th of July): https://www.universitycitynews.org/uc-4th-of-july/
- Summer Concerts: https://www.universitycitynews.org/summer-concerts-in-standley-park/
- Oktoberfest: https://uceducate.org/events/oktoberfest/
Ongoing Construction and Related Updates:Â
- UC Talks Construction (Pure Water on Genesee / Water and Sewer on Governor): Tuesday, June 17, 5:30 PM, at the Library on Governor; details in the June newsletter.
- Water and Sewer Main work on Governor, Stadium, Pennant, Stresemann and adjacent streets – construction continues for the “University City Improvement 1” Project: Details and street map posted at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/UCCA/March2025ConstructionUpdate
- Pure Water construction work on Genesee between Governor and Nobel; Construction Notices at: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-utilities/sustainability/pure-water-sd/phase-1-projects/university-city-eastgate-mall/morena-northern-pipeline-alignment-and-tunnels
- Trash Talk Protest Information: https://www.universitycitynews.org/UCCA/TrashFeeProtestNotification
- Governor Drive Park N Ride will close Monday, April 28 through Tuesday, May 20 for pavement resurfacing due to the Governor Drive bridge widening project at the I-805. Details at: https://www.universitycitynews.org/UCCA/GovernorBridge-at-I-805
This month’s Schedules and Events 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
- University Community Library on Governor: https://www.
- Pools and Parks and Recreation Centers – program schedules:
- Doyle Recreation Center:Â https://www.sandiego.
gov/park-and-recreation/ centers/recctr/doyle - Nobel Recreation Center:Â https://www.sandiego.
gov/park-and-recreation/ centers/recctr/nobel - Standley Recreation Center:Â https://www.sandiego.
gov/park-and-recreation/ centers/recctr/standley - Standley Aquatic Center:Â https://www.sandiego.
gov/pools/standley-aquatic- center - Swanson Memorial Pool:Â https://www.sandiego.
gov/pools/swanson-memorial- pool
- Doyle Recreation Center:Â https://www.sandiego.
Ongoing Events and Training and Networking Opportunities:
- Connect with UCCA: https://www.universitycitynews.org/contact-us-or-volunteer-in-uc/
- Trash Talk Protest Information: https://www.universitycitynews.org/UCCA/TrashFeeProtestNotification
- Connect with the City of San Diego: https://www.sandiego.gov/connect
- Pure Water construction on Genesee and on Nobel. For the most up-to-date information, access the current Construction Notices at: https://www.sandiego.gov/public-utilities/sustainability/pure-water-sd/phase-1-projects/university-city-eastgate-mall/morena-northern-pipeline-alignment-and-tunnels
- Bicycle Master Plan: The Bicycle Master Plan Update (BMPU) is a citywide effort that will result in an overarching update to the 2013 Bicycle Master Plan. The BMPU will refresh the City’s bicycle facility recommendations and prioritization of active transportation projects to meet the City’s Strategic Plan and Climate Action Plan goals with increased emphasis on equity and serving areas with the greatest needs. Take the survey at: https://www.sandiego.gov/sustainability-mobility/mobility/mobility-master-plan/bicycleplan
- Trash Collection Cost-of-Service Study Questionnaire:Â Are you a City of San Diego trash and recycling services customer? If yes, please share your opinions and priorities by completing our questionnaire. Take the survey at:Â https://cleangreensd.org/
- University Community Plan Update:Â https://www.planuniversity.org/
- Land Development Code (LDC) Update list, visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/work/land-development-code/updates-in-process
- Mobility Master Plan, visit:Â https://www.sandiego.gov/sustainability-mobility/mobility/mobility-master-plan
- Infrastructure / CIP (capital improvement project) Survey for parks, libraries, bike lanes, recreation centers, roads, etc: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/programs/work-programs/infrastructure-prioritization-engagement
- Planning Group Reform and Operations: https://www.sandiego.gov/planning/community-plans/cpg/recognition-operations
- Organic Waste Recycling:Â https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/sb1383
- Single Use Plastic Reduction Ordinance:Â https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/pf-ban
- City of San Diego Council Agendas and Meetings:Â Â https://www.sandiego.gov/citywide-agendas-minutes
In Case We Missed It:
- Please let us know; contact us via email at:Â UCCA@universitycitynews.org
- Refer to current event listings at:Â https://www.universitycitynews.org/category/events/
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Save-the-Date is compiled by Diane Ahern, Corresponding Secretary / Past President, University City Community Association
- UCCA Voice Mail: 858-412-0786
- UCCA Email:Â UniversityCityNews@gmail.com
