“Her decision to speak reflects courage and a continued commitment to protecting others. She deserves our respect and our support.” Our President and CEO shares a message on this year’s Farmworkers Day.

City Heights residents receive free homeownership workshops focused on breaking barriers to owning a home.

A multi-million dollar investment is coming to City Heights, and residents are helping shape the priorities through a placemaking workshop.

From planting trees to refreshing the playground, Teralta Park Beautification Day showed what’s possible when neighbors come together.

We will continue showing up for City Heights, connecting residents to resources, and supporting our community’s wellbeing during times of uncertainty.

City Heights CDC’s 4th annual Winter Extravaganza brought snow to Teralta Park, along with a community toy distribution and local vendors, inviting residents and neighbors to enjoy a free and festive holiday celebration in City Heights.

Our Resident Services team continued a decade-long tradition, distributing more than 200 turkeys directly to families and residents in City Heights, helping our community prepare for Thanksgiving and the holiday season.

Residents, families, and local businesses filled University Avenue for CicloSDias, a celebration of car-free streets, transforming over a mile of our busy corridor into an open street, welcoming everyone to walk, bike, skate, and explore our community. 

Resident Services partnered with Hollywood Palms residents for a Community Activation Day focused on revitalizing shared spaces and supporting families. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

City Heights residents participate in a new pilot program focused on air quality education and access to free air purifiers.

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.

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.

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.