Resident Services partnered with Hollywood Palms residents for a Community Activation Day focused on revitalizing shared spaces and supporting families.
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After eight weeks of learning, planning, and refining their business ideas, 25 local entrepreneurs celebrated their CHOPPED graduation with a community showcase at the Lotus Garden.
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Two hundred volunteers joined us to beautify University Avenue in City Heights. In partnership with the City Heights Business Improvement District and Maintenance Assessment District, Beautify the Block revitalized one of our neighborhood’s busiest corridors.
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City Heights has secured $3.3 million to fund infrastructure improvements near the SR-15 freeway, areas where pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, and transit riders all navigate shared space. These investments aim to make our streets safer, more accessible, and better connected, while aligning with the community priorities outlined in our 2024 Development Without Displacement report.
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With the debut of the Street Food Fest Passport and entertainment by Bodhi Tree Concerts, this year’s festival celebrated the neighborhood’s food and art culture. Street Food Fest returns Saturday, June 13, 2026.
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As part of a statewide and national initiative led by Latino Prosperity, City Heights CDC co-hosted an afternoon of powerful dialogue on Latinx economic prosperity in San Diego, bringing together more than 20 Latinx leaders, advocates, and professionals.
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Running pop-ups or dreaming of your own MEHKOS? C.H.O.P.P.E.D. equips you with the knowledge and support to make it happen!
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Applications are now open for our CHOPPED Food Business Training Program! Whether you're looking to start a new food business or grow your existing one, this is your chance to elevate your culinary career.
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City Heights residents participate in a new pilot program focused on air quality education and access to free air purifiers.
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The UABRF is a one-time grant for businesses along University Avenue in City Heights that endured the prolonged and financially exhausting construction project lasting over two years and resulting in significant revenue loss.
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Teng Panha, one of the 2024 Champion Scholar awardees, shares how $1,000 made the difference. For her, pursuing higher education without the added pressure of working is both a joy and a privilege.
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As we reach the halfway point of the year, data continues to reveal alarming patterns of traffic violence along high-risk corridors in our neighborhoods. It’s time for the City to take proactive steps to protect pedestrians and invest in infrastructure that saves lives.
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We’re excited to announce the annual City Heights Champion Scholars Scholarship! See eligibility requirements and the application via the button below, and stay tuned for more info and stories of past winners.
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The City Heights Community Development Corporation (CHCDC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the University Avenue Shop Local Passport Program!
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With over 195 tenants currently on the waitlist, our Eviction Prevention team is working diligently to address the number of families and individuals at risk of eviction and potential homelessness or displacement.
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City Heights and North Park residents now have access to Mid-City GO!—a free, convenient, and on-demand shuttle service. This pilot program is designed to serve the Mid-City area, with a focus on residents facing limited transportation options.
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Divorce was never part of her plan, but when it happened, she found herself struggling with addiction and homelessness for years. She lost her daughter, her home, and, at times, even herself. She remained stuck in that cycle because she desperately needed help.
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Born in Sudan, Entesar now lives in City Heights with her family. She spends her days nurturing her four children while managing the many responsibilities of an at-home parent.
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Mid-City Go! is an all-electric shuttle experience offering an alternative mobility option in City Heights and North Park.
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The Mid-City Communities Plan Update (CPU) encompasses the neighborhoods of City Heights, Kensington-Talmadge, and Normal Heights. It serves as a long-term vision for land use, mobility, urban design, public facilities, and services.
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