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December Update from North Park Planning Committee: ROW Vacation and Parking
North Park Planning Committee reviews Lincoln Avenue right-of-way vacation, angled parking requests, and Community Wealth Building Models in December meeting.
Congressman Scott Peters: Government Shutdown Update and Holiday Message
Congressman Peters addresses the historic government shutdown, introduces the No Budget No Pay Act, and donates his pay to local organizations during the crisis.
Native Plant Initiative: Fall Planting Season Brings New Growth to UH
UHCA's Native Plant Initiative planted 30 new native species in November at the Meade Avenue garden to support bees, butterflies, birds, and local biodiversity.
City Council Update: Infrastructure Improvements Coming to University Heights
District 3 Councilmember Whitburn reports on completed road repairs, streetlight improvements, and planned traffic study for El Cajon Blvd/Park Blvd intersection.
Fred Grim: Arborist Extraordinaire Saves UH's Historic Bunya Tree
Meet Fred Grim, the certified arborist who saved the 100-year-old Bunya tree at Maryland and Meade from sucking insects and potential death.
Is It 2026 Yet? Sustainable Living and Waste Management in University Heights
Tips for sustainable holiday shopping, waste reduction, and avoiding microplastics like glitter while navigating University Heights' changing transportation landscape.
University Heights Women's Walk Club Welcomes Winter with Festive Activities
UHWWC celebrated fall with pumpkin carving, pie swap picnic, banned book trivia, and walks to local cafes. Holiday events include farmers market stroll and meditation.
UHCA Fiscal Year End Financial Update: Record Income Restores Reserves
UHCA ended fiscal year 2024-25 with record gross income of $57,306 and net income of $8,467, successfully turning around two years of financial losses.
UH Arts Open & Taste of University Heights 2025: A Record-Setting Success
The 18th Annual UH Arts Open and Taste of University Heights drew record crowds with delicious food, inspiring artwork, and vibrant community energy on Nov. 9, 2025.
UHCA Community Appreciation Awards and Cookie Exchange Celebrate Volunteers
UHCA honored dedicated volunteers with appreciation awards and a festive cookie exchange at the November general meeting, featuring gifts from local UH businesses.
Part I: To Be, or Not to Be, a Service Dog - Understanding ADA Requirements
Learn the differences between service dogs, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs under ADA law, plus the specialized training and rights of each type.
Results of Uptown Priorities Poll: What University Heights Residents Value Most
University Heights residents ranked restaurants, canyons, and existing parks highest in Uptown Community Planning Group survey about what makes the neighborhood special.
The Tale of Two Daves: Neighbors Helping Neighbors!
UH residents Dave and Dave teamed up to support their neighbors, proving that kindness and collaboration remain at the heart of University Heights.
Together, We Live Under the Same Moon
The San Diego Buddhist Association’s Hsi Fang Temple hosted the Under the Moon Lantern Walk, bringing more than 200 neighbors together to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. The lantern-lit stroll through University Heights ended with mooncakes, music, and blessings—a beautiful reminder that we all live under the same moon.
Vermont Street Bridge Sparkles Again
After months of effort, the Vermont Street Bridge shines again thanks to UH volunteers dedicated to maintaining the bridge’s safety and beauty.
President’s Corner: Thnaks for Giving Back to UH
UHCA President Marc Johnson reflects on this month’s community accomplishments, upcoming initiatives, and the continued importance of civic engagement.
November Events at UH Branch Library
November at the UH Branch Library is packed with cozy reads and family-friendly events. Highlights include fall soup demos, Maker Monday crafts, City Ballet’s Book and a Ballerina, Piñata Science, ArtQuest with MCASD, and a coil pots craft for Native American Heritage Month. The branch is also an official mail ballot drop-off location through Tuesday, November 4.
North Park Planning Committee November Update
As University Heights representatives to the North Park Planning Committee, your neighbors share updates on city advocacy and local improvements. This month’s highlights include a petition to reimagine “daylighted” curb spaces under AB 413 into community features like benches and planters, plus a request to install transit signal priority along major UH and North Park corridors.
Local Residents Oppose Plan to End Public Right of Way in University Heights
UH neighbors are speaking out against a city proposal that would eliminate public right of way access, raising concerns about transparency and public space preservation.
UH Fall Festival Draws Record Crowd and Community Spirit
The UH Fall Festival brought hundreds of residents together for food, live music, and family fun in the heart of the neighborhood.