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April UHCA Meeting Recap: Public Safety, Brucker Site Updates, and Library News
Highlights from UHCA’s April meeting, including safety updates and the latest on the Brucker Site.
FAQ: Brucker Site Redevelopment
To help everyone better understand how we got to this point, we’ve assembled this FAQ.
Brucker Ed Center Site: 7 years and $500,000 Later... and We're Starting Over
SDUSD and the UH community have had large-scale visioning meetings at the Brucker Auditorium four times already since 2018, with the final one on November 8, 2023. This is not the beginning - this is a complete restart.
Lack of City Transparency in Development Approvals
Changes to San Diego’s building permit process leave communities with less say.
Ensuring Responsible Development at the Brucker Site: What Can We Do
In “The Brucker Site: Past, Present, and Future” on the front page, Kristin Harms and Bill Ellig have given us a comprehensive (and excellent) summary of how we got to this point today.
The Brucker Site: Past, Present, and Future
As the forerunner to San Diego State University, the 13-acre site at 4100 Normal Street in University Heights (also known as the Brucker Site and the Normal Street Site) has special significance for our community.
Not AGAIN… Dog Park Hit for 3rd Time in a Year at Notorious Park/ElCajon/Normal Intersection
Another crash hits UH’s dog park, sparking renewed calls for traffic safety at a dangerous intersection.
Inspired Coffee Roasters Brews Community in UH
Inspired Coffee Roasters brings Brooklyn flair, creative drinks, and community vibes to UH.
New Historical Marker Honors Old Trolley Barn Site
UH celebrates its streetcar heritage with a new historical marker at Old Trolley Barn Park.
Meet UH’s North Park Planning Committee Representatives
UH’s NPPC reps discuss their goals for housing, safety, and community improvements.
Cool Cats Crave Catios: Safer Outdoor Time for UH Felines
UH cat owners are turning to “catios” to keep pets safe and protect birds, butterflies, and pollinators.
Roosevelt 8th Graders Create Change Through Community Projects
UH’s young changemakers address local and global challenges through creative community projects.
Sonny’s Pizza Brings 80’s NYC Vibe to UH
Graffiti walls and a copper bar set the scene for UH’s next pizza hot spot.
Bike Month Events and Resources in UH
Bike Month brings rides, classes, and community fun to UH this May.
May Library Events & Friends of the Library News
UH Library offers programs, events, and ways to support literacy this spring.
March UHCA Meeting Recap: Fire Safety, Membership, and Community Updates
Highlights from UHCA’s March meeting, featuring fire safety updates and community news.
UHCA’s St. Patrick’s Pub Crawl Draws Record Turnout
Over 125 neighbors joined UHCA’s annual St. Paddy’s pub crawl — the biggest turnout yet.
Madison & Florida Intersection to Receive New Crosswalk Safety Upgrades
After a local resident was struck, UHCA advocacy led to crosswalk upgrades at Madison & Florida to make the intersection safer.
New 8-Story Housing Development Planned for El Cajon & Alabama
A new 112-unit building is set to rise at El Cajon & Alabama under San Diego’s Complete Communities program.