Housing
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County Ordinance Update Aids Housing Production, Affordability

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The County Board of Supervisors has approved a 2023 Housing Zoning Ordinance Update that incorporates 21 state laws to help make housing more affordable and accessible for people experiencing homelessness.

Environment
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County Advances Electric Vehicle Use

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The County made more progress in 2022 advancing electric vehicle ownership and use which reduces greenhouse gas emissions, improves air quality, and supports the climate action and decarbonization efforts.

Parks and Rec
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Board Acts to Expand Open Space Near Mount Olympus County Preserve

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The County took steps Wednesday to buy more land within the Pala-Pauma and Rainbow community areas for open space and species protection. The Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of 425 acres of land adjacent to Mount Olympus County Preserve. 

Library
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County’s Little Free Libraries Win Outstanding Achievement Award

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San Diego County Library was among this year’s winners of the Little Free Library nonprofit organization Todd H. Bol Awards for Outstanding Achievement.

Parks and Rec
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County’s Free Summer Movies in the Park Season Starts Friday at Waterfront Park

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The County Department of Parks and Recreation kicks off its “Sweet 16” season of “Summer Movies in the Park” on Memorial Day weekend with evening showings on Friday, May 26 and Saturday, May 27.  

Environment
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County Water-Quality Device Named Public Works ‘Project of the Year’

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The County’s Sweetwater Lane Community Park Trash Capture project was recognized on May 11, as the American Public Works Association (APWA) San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter’s 2023 Project of the Year.

Housing
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County Could See More Housing Dollars with “Prohousing” Designation

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San Diego County could see more money for housing after it was named one of 11 additional cities and counties to receive a “prohousing” designation from the state for being committed to building more housing, faster.