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Council President Joe LaCava

@joelacavad1.bsky.social
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San Diego City Council President District 1 Councilmember 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Husband & Dad 🌎 Engineer, Environmentalist, and "Policy Wonk"

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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Please see my statement on the passage of the FY 2027 Budget
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
The National Weather Service is predicting record-breaking heat in the coming days. Please take precautions.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
University Bikeway will make our streets safer and more accessible. This project goes beyond adding bike lanes by protecting drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists with traffic calming measures. This SANDAG investment (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Congratulations to Caryn Blanton, Council District 1's 2026 Woman of Distinction. Caryn is my nominee not only because of her dedication to service to others, but also because she has been so successful in D1 coastal residential neighborhoods. (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Part of Tuesday’s City Council meeting is scheduled after work at 6 p.m. so that we may hear from you about your budget priorities. Please attend in person or virtually to make your voice heard.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Homebuilding in Mission Bay is NOT happening! The question remains, how do we revitalize tired commercial and hotel leases without triggering the State's housing laws. One option is do nothing. Better option is @chriswardca.bsky.social's bill.  Support AB2525.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
🚧TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚧 Caltrans will close three of four lanes on Southbound Interstate 5 (I-5) at Gilman Drive, Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28 from 7:00 p.m. to 11 a.m. the next day, to conduct bridge work. Southbound I-5 motorists are advised to take Interstate 805 (I-805) to (1/3)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Assemblymember David Alvarez’s AB1732 will streamline housing production on our public college campuses. Our students are San Diegans impacted by our housing shortfall. Thank you, Assemblymember Alvarez for your leadership.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
I am proud to proclaim February 22nd-28th as National Engineers Week in the City of San Diego. Engineers face the major technical challenges of our time – from rebuilding towns devastated by natural disasters, addressing climate change and providing resiliency, restoring the environment, and (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
The City released its Comprehensive Speed Management Plan, a citywide, data-informed strategy to reduce vehicle speeds in areas allowed under state law and advance the City’s Vision Zero commitment to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.   (1/3)
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Comprehensive Speed Management Plan Released
This week, the City of San Diego announced the release of its Comprehensive Speed Management Plan, a citywide, data-informed strategy to reduce vehicle speeds in areas allowed under state law and adva...
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Wishing everyone observing Ramadan a peaceful and meaningful month.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year-🏮🔥🐎
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Black History Month offers an opportunity not only to celebrate achievement and excellence, but also to examine the historical and contemporary struggles for freedom, dignity, and equality, and reaffirm a shared responsibility to protect truth, democracy, and inclusive storytelling.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Please be aware of a PLANNED WATER SHUTDOWN. City staff will shut down water for system upgrades at certain addresses on La Jolla Scenic S Dr., Soledad Mountain Rd., and Caminito Blythefield beginning on Friday 2/13/2026 at 6:00 p.m. and concluding the next day at 10:00 a.m. We recommend that (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Please help with any information. San Diego County Crime Stoppers and investigators from the San Diego Police Department’s Traffic Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating the vehicle and driver that fled the scene (1/3)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
We celebrate the hard work, leadership and dedication of Assistant Chief Rudy Tai, Assistant Chief Tina Willams, and Commander Matt Novak of the San Diego Police Department. We congratulate them, thank them for their service and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Join me for a Town Hall Meeting in northern District1! Come share your ideas, ask questions, and hear updates on what’s happening in your community and across the city. Thank you to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for hosting.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Please be aware of a PLANNED WATER SHUTDOWN. City staff will shut down water for system upgrades at certain addresses on La Jolla Scenice S Dr., Soledad Mountain Rd., and Caminito Blythefield beginning on (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
The Transportation Department's Utilities Undergrounding Program (UUP) has issued a newsletter to keep updated on programs. This February 2026 issue includes updates on Carmel Valley, Del Mar Heights, Pacific Beach and La Jolla. (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Please be aware of a PLANNED WATER SHUTDOWN in the La Jolla Heights Neighborhood. City staff will shut down water for system upgrades beginning on Tuesday 2/3/2026 at 8:00 p.m. and concluding Thursday 2/4/2025 at 6:00 a.m. (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Reminder: "Community Feedback Survey" for the City of San Diego Community Recreation Needs Assessment ---> There is less than a month left to help shape the future of recreation programming in San Diego! Don't miss out on this opportunity! (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Today marks the 81st Anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. Holocaust Remembrance Day preserves the memories of the communities that the Nazis sought to erase. It further reminds us of the deadly consequences of hate, apathy, dehumanization, and the violation of human rights.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Congratulations and thank you to the newly installed Pacific Beach Town Council. Your efforts have improved the community for 75 years and continue to create a more beautiful, safe, and thriving PB. (1/2)
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San Diego City Council @sdcitycouncil.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Councilmembers will consider on Monday a one-year extension of the agreement to manage the Evan V. Jones Parkade. They’ll also vote on appointing a candidate as the Executive Director of the Commission on Police Practices.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Need help paying your trash and recycling fee? You may qualify for financial assistance! Learn more about the program: www.insidesandiego.org/city-san-die...
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City of San Diego Trash and Recycling Customers Can Now Apply for Financial Assistance Program
Starting today, Thursday, Jan.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
SMALL BIZ SPOTLIGHT: We congratulate Tajima Crown Point on reaching their major milestone of one year in business! PB-cians have loved the tasty bowls of Ramen served at @TajimaRamen located on the corner of Ingraham St. and La Playa Ave.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Please be aware of the Planned Water Shutdown at the 1300 Block of Rhoda Dr for Water System Repair beginning on 1/21/2026 at 9am and concluding at 3pm the same day. We recommend that residents plan accordingly and appreciate your patience. #GettingItDoneinD1
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Office of the City Clerk is hosting a Community Listening Session at the Pacific Highlands Ranch Library this Tuesday. Tell us how you prefer to access City Council meetings — and improve transparency, accessibility, and civic engagement. Please join us!
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
It was my honor to proclaim “Elizabeth Maland Day” in the City of San Diego. Thank you, Liz, for all you have done to make the City more accessible to the public and Council meetings more transparent. (1/3)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Please be aware of the Planned Water Shutdown on Sorrento Valley Road. City staff will shut down water for system upgrades beginning on 1/15/2026 at 8:00 p.m. and concluding at 6:00 a.m. the next day. We recommend that residents and businesses plan accordingly and appreciate your patience.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Slurry Seal Program begins in District 1 neighborhoods today. For more info and to see which streets are included check out the article: www.insidesandiego.org/road-repair-...
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Please be aware of the Planned Water Shutdown on Sorrento Valley Road. City staff will shut down water for system upgrades beginning on 1/8/2026 at 10:00 p.m. and concluding at 6:00 a.m. the next day. We recommend that residents and businesses plan accordingly and appreciate your patience.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Congratulations to Council President Joe LaCava on five years of service to the City of San Diego. Thank you for your hard work for the people of District 1 and all residents of San Diego. (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Weather forecasters predict potentially heavy rain starting on Wednesday. Please take steps to protect your life, family and property. For tips on preparing your home, sandbags, and other important info, visit: www.sandiego.gov/storm-preparedness
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Our City TV colleagues work long hours behind the scenes, ensuring our City Council and Committee Meetings are broadcast and archived for everyone to see. Transparency, accessibility, and inclusivity are critical for good governance, and City TV upholds these values. Thank you for all you do!
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
70 streetlights were turned on in Pacific Beach from October 27 through November 30, following reforms passed in City Council. City Crews will add select sidewalk repairs and traffic safety improvements in the coming months. #GettingItDoneInD1
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Tomorrow we’re hosting the California Public Utilities Commission’s Low Income Oversight Board Meeting in the San Diego City Council Committee Chambers. We welcome the Board and encourage everyone to participate. For more information, go to: www.cpuc.ca.gov/events-and-m...
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
I thank the City Council for placing their trust in me for another year. The past year was difficult, and we have faced our challenges directly and in a collegial, transparent, and constructive manner. We will continue to show up and ensure services are delivered to San Diegans.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Thank you, Mama's Kitchen and Village Hillcrest for hosting the Tree of Life Ceremony on World AIDS Day. This is day is an opportunity to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
The HAWK beacon at the 2500 block of Torrey Pines Road, near Ardath Lane, is now live. This beacon improves safety for both pedestrians and motorists. Thank you, E&CP and Transportation Department for #GettingItDoneInD1.
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazard Statement effective Tuesday 12/2 through Friday 12/5. * WHAT - Very high astronomical tides during the mornings. Elevated surf up to 4 to 6 feet, primarily at west-facing beaches Wednesday. (1/2)
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Council President Joe LaCava @joelacavad1.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
beautifulPB is collaborating with the San Diego Unified School District, YMCA, and PB Woman’s Club to repurpose the old PB Library into an art center. Volunteers connected painting a mural which is now installed in the back parking lot of the PB Arts Center. (1/2) Photos: David Rodgers
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