Government that works for you
By Councilman Todd Gloria On June 8, voters approved Proposition D and affirmed the city of San Diego’s current form of governance. Called Strong Mayor, this structure mirrors that of the federal government, with separate legislative and executive branches. As a former congressional aide, I am very familiar with the functions of a legislative branch. [...]
The basic need of shelter
By Councilman Todd Gloria For too long, addressing homelessness seemed to be off the table in San Diego. It’s now on the minds of most San Diegans, according to the recent survey on Residents’ Opinion on City Services, and I continue to work aggressively toward solutions to address this complex issue. As chair of the [...]
Honor Our Veterans – vote yes on Prop C
By Councilman Todd Gloria Thousands of our neighbors, family members and friends are serving our country in uniform on battlefields and peacekeeping missions around the world. As you head to the polls on June 8, you will have an opportunity to honor their service as they return home. Proposition C will update the city of [...]
Public Safety Remains Priority One
By Councilman Todd Gloria Public safety will always be my top priority. Both the police and fire-rescue departments are impacted by budget cuts, and monitoring the impacts is in everyone’s best interest. In March, a few criminal incidents made the news in Council District 3. I applaud the San Diego Police Department’s quick response which [...]
Stronger neighborhoods through smarter policy
By Councilman Todd Gloria Neighborhood character sets North Park apart from other communities in San Diego, just as each area of our city contains its own unique qualities. As the chair of the Land Use and Housing Committee, I continue to work hard to protect and celebrate the best of San Diego neighborhoods and ensure [...]
The True Holiday Spirit
By Councilman Todd Gloria We are in the midst of the holiday season, a time when our neighbors are electrified with a joyful spirit and generosity and our communities come together to celebrate our chosen holidays and reflect upon the year that was. As I have written about in the North Park News and discussed [...]
All in a day’s work: addressing a $200 million budget shortfall and the impacts of a popular neighborhood bar
By Councilman Todd Gloria From large-scale citywide issues to concerns voiced by neighbors, being a council member is a balancing act. I am pleased to report significant progress to solve a neighborhood issue and provide you with an update on the city of San Diego’s budget deficit. Fixing the city’s finances will require service cuts, [...]
Preserving Our Past and Protecting Our Future
By Councilman Todd Gloria From historic, single-family arts and crafts-style residences to modern multi-unit complexes, from mid-rise commercial buildings to strip malls, the complexities of San Diego’s land use patterns are exemplified in North Park and other Council District 3 neighborhoods. As buildings age and neighborhoods deal with an influx of people, I believe it [...]
Strengthening our community’s foundation — literally
By Todd Gloria Several neighbors in North Park have commented to me recently aboutthe ongoing street repair work in North Park. The work that began this summer will improve the conditions of 60 miles of streets in Council District 3 by October 2010. I share your excitement about this much needed progress. According to the [...]
