06.19.2023

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Today’s Forecast

The district’s new direction

Convoy Revitalization Project creating a new vision for the district

Signs and renderings for the Convoy Revitalization Project

These signs welcome change | Photo via @MayorToddGloria

San Diegans know the Convoy District as a home to 350+ AAPI-owned businesses and restaurants, but soon, it will be home to many more locals. City leaders announced a revitalization plan that will add housing, improve access, and build a stronger sense of community.

🏠 Living

City officials recently celebrated the groundbreaking of a complex at 4888 Convoy St. — the former home of Dixieline Lumber. This development is central to the housing plan and will add 531 units when it’s completed in about two years.

And Mayor Todd Gloria wants to add even more housing — specifically, a project at the former Zion Market that could include 1,600+ units. That’s currently in its approval stage.

District 6 Councilmember Kent Lee stands at a podium with leader behind him to discuss changes to the Convoy District. — District 6 Councilmember Kent Lee discusses changes to the Convoy District.
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Image via City of San Diego

🚗 Travel

Trips to the Convoy District can be busy — and sometimes bumpy. As part of the revitalization project, Convoy Street will be fully repaved from state Routes 52 to 163, which is set to begin this month.

You may also know that parking in the Convoy District can get tricky. District 6 Councilmember Kent Lee said the city is working to develop a designated parking area that could include shuttles and signage. This is in addition to bike lanes that are currently being developed and new parking spaces coming to side streets.

Convoy sign reveal SDtoday — Community members reveal the new sign.
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Photo via @ToddGloria

🪧 Branding

The Convoy District has been growing for decades and has become one of the largest Pan-Asian business districts in the US. In 2020, City Council formally named it the Convoy Pan Asian Cultural and Business Innovation District, and last year, exit signs were added to Interstate 805 directing drivers to the area.

Now, one more sign is in the works. The city’s budget has added funding to give Convoy District its own neighborhood sign akin to Hillcrest’s or North Park’s, which is set to be installed later this year.

Events

Monday, June 19

Storytime at the Marston | Monday, June 19 | 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | Marston House Museum & Gardens, 3525 Seventh Ave., San Diego | Free | Bring the kiddos ages 2-5 to this educational storytelling session about historic places.
blink-182 | Monday, June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego | $65-$545 | It’s the small things — the Poway-born band returns home with guests Turnstyle and Destroy Boys.
Ava Max: On Tour (Finally) | Monday, June 19 | 8 p.m. | House of Blues, 1055 Fifth Ave., San Diego | $85 | The pop star performs a “Sweet but Psycho” show at the downtown SD venue.

Tuesday, June 20

Resident Free Tuesday | Tuesday, June 20 | 10 a.m. | The San Diego Museum of Art, 1450 El Prado, San Diego | Free | Locals get in free today, just bring a photo ID that shows your address.
Samuel Adams Brewing the American Dream Speed Coaching | Tuesday, June 20 | 5:45-8 p.m. | Marina Village, 1936 Quivira Way, San Diego | Free | Network with entrepreneurs and enjoy rapid business coaching from Samuel Adams employees.

Wednesday, June 21

Twilight in the Park Concerts | Wednesday, June 21 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Spreckels Organ Pavilion, 2125 Pan American E. Rd., San Diego | Free | Balboa Park’s annual concert series debuts for the summer.

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News Notes

Holiday

Today is Juneteenth, which marks the end of slavery in the US after the Civil War. In observance, San Diego County offices, libraries, public health clinics, family resource centers, animal shelters, and some park facilities will be closed today. Regular hours resume tomorrow. (New York Times)

Civic

Due to a spike in bike collisions, Encinitas City Council voted to amend traffic regulations for bikes and e-bikes. Under the new rules, first-time offenders will be issued citations that will be voided once an educational course is completed. Common violations include young cyclists letting friends ride on their handlebars. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

Coming Soon

Local food truck Shawarma Guys announced plans to expand to three brick-and-mortar restaurants. First, a La Mesa eatery will open in about three months followed by Mira Mesa and South Park locations early next year. The original truck won’t be retired, but will likely be used for events or catering. (San Diego Magazine)

Announced

La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club will light up the sky this Fourth of July with a patriotic display featuring a fleet of 100 drones from local company Drone Studio rather than fireworks. The free event will be on Tuesday, July 4, 8:45 p.m. — Kellogg Park will be the prime viewing spot.

Sports

San Diego State University has submitted written intent to leave the Mountain West Conference. The university must give a year’s notice if it intends to withdraw next June. SDSU hopes to join a Power Five conference, but at this time, an invitation to join has not been announced. (ESPN)

Drink

San Diego Wave FC has scored a new drink: La Ola Dragon Fruit by Nova Kombucha. The hard kombucha’s flavor was picked by Wave FC players and staff; the canned drink can be found at Snapdragon Stadium and at local retailers.

Finance

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Today Is

☎️ Crack the ‘619 Day’ code

San Diego observes ‘619 Day’ on June 19

Rey Mysterio is honored with his own holiday in Chula Vista.

Rey Mysterio is recognized with his own day in Chula Vista in 2019. | Photo via @thinkchulavista

June 19 is a significant date for San Diegans. Our city observes Juneteenth, a federal holiday since 2021 — and the Juneteenth flag can be seen at San Diego City Hall, Chula Vista City Hall, and across San Diego Community College District.

But, if you dial it in, you’ll find another significance central to locals: It’s 619 Day, or June 19, written in numeric form. A large portion of the San Diego area adopted 619 as an area code in 1982 when the region separated from the 714 area code.

Locals find a sense of pride in the occasion, but WWE Hall of Fame inductee Rey Mysterio helped give the day national recognition. Mysterio was born Óscar Gutiérrez in Chula Vista and is known for his signature 619 move and his theme song, “Booyaka 619,” by P.O.D. The local has been honored with Rey Mysterio Day, on June 19, in San Diego and Chula Vista.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Michael

From the editor

Happy Monday, San Diego. Usually, I like to start my Mondays with coffee recommendations, but today, I’d like to share a tea recommendation with my caffeinated friends.

Ding Tea Balboa in Clairemont has a great selection of teas — including boba and summer flavors. And when I want to add in a sugar rush, I love the bubble waffle combos with ice cream.

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