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Multistory buildings that include high-density housing are becoming a larger presence in downtown Oceanside, pictured March 2021. (Photo by Matt Gush, iStock Getty Images)

Housing plans in Oceanside spark community debate about state and local policies

Ryan Hardison August 17, 2023
With several new housing developments being planned, approved and built over the past several years in Oceanside, many of which have been concentrated in downtown, the city is attempting to keep up with the growing demand for affordable housing. However, the subject of housing has become a divisive issue among residents and city leaders.
Encinitas Mayor Tony Kranz addresses visitors to the new San Elijo Activity Hub Park & Ride in Encinitas on Aug. 12. Next to him are (left to right) Solana Beach Mayor Lesa Heebner, Caltrans District 11 Director Gustavo Dallarda and Assemblywoman and former Encinitas City Council member Tasha Boerner (D-77th District). (Caltrans photo)

Hub near San Elijo Lagoon designed for commuters, nature enthusiasts

North Coast Current August 16, 2023
Local officials and preservationists celebrated the completion of the San Elijo Activity Hub Park & Ride in Encinitas on Aug. 12 among the final projects that have reshaped Interstate 5 and surrounding open space over the past several years.
The California Capitol is pictured in April 2022. (Photo by Josh Hild via Unsplash)

California sex-trafficking bill progresses after tumultuous week

J.W. August July 14, 2023
A bill to increase penalties for trafficking of children had a wild coaster ride this week in Sacramento.
The California Capitol is pictured in April 2022. (Photo by Josh Hild via Unsplash)

California Senate unanimously approves child-trafficking bill

J.W. August June 5, 2023
In a rare unanimous vote, the state Senate has passed legislation that would make trafficking of minors a serious felony.
The city of Encinitas has posted signs and barriers at the site of a growing sinkhole on Lake Drive in Cardiff, pictured March 1. (Photo by Roman S. Koenig)

Recent rains put Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas infrastructure to the test

Ryan Hardison April 7, 2023
Much of Southern California has received record amounts of rain throughout 2023 thus far, and cities throughout North San Diego County, including Oceanside, Carlsbad and Encinitas, are attempting to reckon with the damage, one dollar at a time.
North San Diego County housing. (OsideNews file photo)

North County mayors: Big-city solutions can’t be shoehorned into smaller cities

J.W. August February 25, 2023
What works well in the governance of big metros such as San Diego is not necessarily a good fit for smaller cities. That was the message delivered by the mayors of Carlsbad, San Marcos, Vista and Coronado during a recent presentation sponsored by the Building Industry Association of San Diego.
Marijuana plants. (Photo by Elsa Olofsson, cbdoracle.com via Unsplash)

Vista gets $75,000 state grant to research cannabis industry equity

OsideNews February 6, 2023
A $75,000 state grant will aid Vista in assessing social equity in potential cannabis industries in the city, officials recently announced.
A trail bridge at San Elijo Lagoon in Encinitas is shown in 2021, not long after its completion. A lagoon restoration project is entering its final phase in spring 2022. (Photo by Marcel Fuentes, iStock Getty Images)

Long Beach firm recognized for its work on San Elijo Lagoon restoration project

North Coast Current February 1, 2023
A company involved in the San Elijo Lagoon Restoration Project, a collaborative effort to revitalize a key natural resource in Encinitas, is set to receive engineering excellence recognition for its work, it was announced Feb. 1.
Encinitas City Hall. (NCC file photo)

Encinitas City Council members emphasize unity after inauguration

North Coast Current December 16, 2022
Housing, infrastructure, the environment and unity were common themes among three incoming Encinitas City Council members who were sworn in Dec. 13 after a contentious election season in November.
Computer code. (Photo by Markus Spiske, Unsplash)

Oceanside study underscores Digital Equity Plan for online access

OsideNews October 22, 2022
Citywide access to high-speed internet, digital devices and skills training are the foundation of a Digital Equity Plan developed by Oceanside officials based on feedback received from community members, according to a city study announced Oct. 17.
The new Pure Water Oceanside facility is pictured Tuesday, March 22. (Photo by Jeremy Kemp for the city of Oceanside)

Pure Water Oceanside project on track for $9.9M federal grant

OsideNews September 6, 2022

OsideNews: Oceanside CA— The Pure Water Oceanside project, a purification facility for recycled drinking water that opened in Oceanside earlier this year, is on track to receive nearly $10 million in...

The new Pure Water Oceanside facility is pictured Tuesday, March 22. (Photo by Jeremy Kemp for the city of Oceanside)

Pure Water Oceanside project on track for $9.9M federal grant

OsideNews September 6, 2022
The Pure Water Oceanside project, a purification facility for recycled drinking water that opened in Oceanside earlier this year, is on track to receive nearly $10 million in federal grant money, the city recently announced.
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