Reimagining a waterfront landmark 🌊

The future vision proposed for Seaport Village

The tower, innovation center, hotel + some of the public park space in the Seaport San Diego plan. | Rendering via CallisonRTKL Inc. and 1HWY1

We’ve seen the restaurant renaissance happening at Seaport Village over the past few years, with a fresh crop of tenants moving in — and more on the way.

Simultaneously, the longtime waterfront landmark has been undergoing redevelopment as part of the Port of San Diego’s Central Embarcadero Project, which includes 70 acres of land and water between downtown + the San Diego Bayfront.

In 2016, the Board of Port Commissioners selected the 1HWY1 development team and its ambitious vision to revitalize the landmark. Let’s take a look at the details of the $3.5 billion proposal.

📝 The vision

1HWY1 released its latest plans for Seaport Village over the summer, which include:

New parks, plazas, walking paths, public piers, and an “urban beach” (peep page 15) that would offer areas for BBQs, kayaking, volleyball + rec equipment rentals. Per the plan, 72% of the site will be “public realm.”
An observation tower that would change our skyline, alongside an aquarium, learning center + new hotel (see pages 62-72).
A “living shoreline” featuring artificial wetlands + tidepools (page 16).
Upgrades to the commercial fishing harbor + an elevated deck with views of Tuna Harbor.
Public water access via new piers, marinas + day-use docks and slips.
Underground parking structures totaling 2,100+ spaces.

➡️ So, what now?

The public reviews for the proposal have been mixed, so it’s still a work in progress. Last week, the developer said it plans to seek $550 million in public funding to make the project a reality.

Voice of San Diego reports that next month, the Port could give the project preliminary approval, which will allow 1HWY1 to begin its environmental review. Then, the developer will need to seek approval from the California Coastal Commission.

Yehudi “Gaf” Gaffen — CEO of 1HWY1 — envisions the project breaking ground in 2025 or early 2026.

Meanwhile, the Port of San Diego says the public can continue to provide input on the project at meetings, and if it does undergo environmental review, there will be more opportunities for public input.

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Monday, October 17

Pumpkin Topiary Workshop | Mon., Oct. 17 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | AR Workshop Coronado, 1033 B Ave. Ste. 101, Coronado | $59.00 | Make a gourd-geous display — all material included with admission.
Second Nature | Mon., Oct. 17 - Wed., Oct. 19 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego | An exhibition featuring works of seven local artists across a range of media.
BAND-MAID US Tour 2022 | Mon., Oct. 17 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Avenue, San Diego | $54.50 - $80.00 | This Japanese rock band headlines the downtown San Diego venue.
The John Doe Folk Trio | Mon., Oct. 17 | 8:30 p.m. | The Casbah, 2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego | $25.00 | Get to know the soothing tunes of this folk band.

Tuesday, October 18

Gaslamp Comedy Open Mic | Tue., Oct. 18 | 8 p.m. | The American Comedy Co. San Diego, 818 B 6th Ave., San Diego | Free | A night of laughs + happy hour specials — plus your chance to take the stage.
Willie Nelson & Family | Tue., Oct. 18 - Wed., Oct. 19 | 8 p.m. | Humphreys Concerts by the Bay, 2241 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego | $130.00 | The country legend headlines the bayfront venue.

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Trending

What’s good for the goose is good for San Diego. The buzz over the goose that landed on the field during Game 2 of the NLDS won’t quit. Ground Floor Murals painted a tribute to the feathered friend in Chula Vista, while the Padres put fake geese in the dugout as a good luck charm. 🪶 (MLB.com)

Coming Soon

A 4,500-sqft eatery will debut this season at 127 E. 8th St. in National City — Friends of Friends — featuring a coffee + beer bar, roastery, and food from Chef Phillip Esteban’s group, OpenGym. The project hails from Public Square Coffee House owner Aaron Henderson and coffee expert Marco Laguna. ☕ (Eater San Diego)

Civic

County Board of Supervisors Chair Nathan Fletcher wants to recognize local veterans. He’s asking San Diegans to nominate their favorite vet for awards across three categories: Community Leader; Veteran-Owned Small Business; and Veteran Nonprofit. The online nominations are due by Wed., Oct. 26. 🇺🇸

Drink

Seven Caves Spirits has teamed up with Mike Love of The Beach Boys to launch a brand of rum and gin-based canned cocktails — Club Kokomo Spirits, available now at local retailers + the distillery’s tasting room on Stromesa Court. The drinks are made in San Diego. 🥃

Active

Father Joe’s Villages will host its 21st annual Thanksgiving Day 5K on Thurs., Nov. 24, at 7:30 a.m. in Balboa Park. The holiday tradition supports the nonprofit’s ongoing mission to feed San Diegans in need. You can register solo or with a team. 👟

Legacy

SDSU’s President Emerita, Sally Roush — who called herself “an Aztec for life” — has died at the age of 75. The university says Roush was a pioneer for SDSU’s ongoing growth into Mission Valley + also helped introduce a more culturally-sensitive presentation of the Aztec identity. A scholarship has been established in her honor. 🖤 (SDSU NewsCenter)

Sports

The San Diego Gulls announced their season opening roster for 2022-2023. The lineup includes 23 players: 15 forwards, seven defensemen + two goaltenders. Nine are Anaheim Ducks draft picks. The team’s home opener is on Fri., Oct. 21, at Pechanga Arena against the Ontario Reign. Score tickets. 🏒

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Time to shine, Padres ✨

Padres Beat Dodgers to advance to National League Championship Series

Despite the rain at Petco Park on Sat., Oct. 15, the Padres won the NLDS. | Photo via Joe Sotomayor

It was pouring in San Diego Saturday night as the Padres faced the Dodgers in Game 4 of the National League Division Series. So much so, there was a rain delay at Petco Park.

But — rare rain or shine — it was the Padres’ time to shine. ✨

With a packed house chanting “BEAT LA” and an epic rally in the 7th inning that’ll go down in Friar Faithful history, San Diego did just that — beat LA, 5-3 — to become NLDS Champions. And dang, that feels good to witness, say + write.

The Padres are now bound for the National League Championship Series (NLCS) against the Phillies; the first game is Tues., Oct. 18, at Petco Park. This will mark the first NLCS game for San Diego since 1998. The winner of the NLCS goes on to play in the World Series. ⚾

Here’s to more electric energy from the Pads this week — and a little luck from the goose. Let’s go, San Diego. 📣

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Monica.

Editor’s pick: Michael and I are constantly in search of cute, local coffee shops, and we recently visited one that fit the bill — Ultreya Coffee + Tea in the College Area.

The zen, vegan-forward spot was so welcoming + relaxing; we loved the tunes, good vibes, “Friends”-esque couch, and local roasts. The latte with macadamia milk was so good. ☕

Missed Friday’s newsletter? SANDAG gets a $300 million grant for the LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project. 🛤️

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