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[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine the heart of our city: We've partnered with the @prebysfound to release the San Diego Civic Center Revitalization Economic Impact Study, highlighting the economic and civic benefits of reinvesting in this critical area of Downtown San Diego.

For far too long, San Diego’s Civic Center has not lived up to its potential as a dynamic public space. It should be a place San Diegans are proud of — a vibrant and thriving Downtown that showcases why we are America’s Finest City. This report, developed by our partners at @U3Advisors shows what we've long believed: every investment we make in this crucial district strengthens Downtown today and benefits the entire region for years to come.

Read coverage from the @sdut:
https://t.co/umIonAwJx7

Press release: https://t.co/v2MowoS0FA

Full report: https://t.co/LggGKXm1mh

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

The #FIFAWorldCup is almost here, and Downtown is ready! ⚽🌎

Looking for the perfect place to catch the action? We've rounded up some of the spots across Downtown San Diego showing matches throughout the tournament.

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

A new chapter in regional waterfront connectivity is officially underway! Congratulations to @FlagshipSD & @thinkchulavista on launching the new Chula Vista Ferry Service, creating stronger connections across the South Bay waterfront. We were proud to join community leaders on the inaugural voyage.

Experience the South Bay from the water for just $15 each way.🚢

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Last week, the Downtown San Diego Partnership proudly dedicated a Jacaranda tree in honor of Neil Mohr and his decades of leadership, environmental stewardship, and service to the San Diego community. Surrounded by friends, family, colleagues, and community stakeholders, Neil was recognized for his remarkable career with Republic Services and his contributions as a valued board member and community leader alongside the Downtown San Diego Partnership.

The Jacaranda tree symbolizes resilience, growth, and lasting impact — qualities that reflect Neil’s enduring commitment to serving others and helping shape a stronger Downtown San Diego.

Thank you, Neil, for your leadership, dedication, and meaningful contributions to our community. Congratulations on your retirement and this well-deserved recognition!

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Meaningful progress starts with a conversation.

Through a multi-day outreach effort in East Village, our team partnered with PAVE, Arcadia, Alvarado Parkway Institute, Crisis House, and the San Diego Housing Commission to meet people where they are. Together, we provided essential supplies, shared access to services, and distributed hygiene and first aid kits, while connecting one-on-one with our unhoused neighbors to understand their immediate needs and offer support.

Through these conversations, we helped 34 individuals access shelter, reinforcing the impact of thoughtful, people-centered outreach.

Learn more about our Unhoused Care team and their efforts: https://t.co/StlqSF2EVA

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Spotted: our Clean & Safe carts got a fresh new wrap. Wrapped in our team colors and featuring a QR code to easily download the C&S app on the go, our newly refreshed carts are now rolling through Downtown.

Keep an eye out! You might just spot them in the wild, offering a whole new way to connect with us. 💙

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Something new is taking shape 👀

Here’s a first look at the new mural in progress by internationally recognized artist duo DabsMyla, known for their whimsical pop-art seen in cities around the world.

This vibrant installation is part of The Torrey project by Holland Partners Group, marking the early transformation of this corner of Downtown and the future home of Whole Foods.

Stay tuned as this space continues to come to life!

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

A major step forward for the future of our Civic Center.
We’ve released the Civic Center Implementation Roadmap—a transformative plan that lays out a phased, strategic approach to transforming the Civic Center into a vibrant hub for education, housing, culture, and civic life.

It provides a clear path forward, beginning with the redevelopment of Golden Hall as an education and culture hub and expanding into broader mixed-use activation across the Civic Center.

Explore the full implementation roadmap and what’s ahead: https://t.co/nMmdSxlk0y

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

We’re still not over this Downtown tribute to Jackson Merrill of the @padres! Greeting fans heading west down Market Street at Eighth Avenue, it’s become a familiar pregame moment. 🔥

Huge shoutout to the talented San Diego artists Christopher Konecki and Carly Ealey for bringing it to life. 👏

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Downtown just got a little more colorful! 🎨 This mural at one of our adopt-a-highway sites was brought to life by the talent and collaboration of team members Shayna, Duvon, and Corron. Inspired by feedback from local stakeholders, it now serves as a vibrant gateway welcoming residents and visitors alike to Downtown San Diego. Thank you to everyone who helped turn this vision into a colorful reality. 🖌️💙

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

We extend our sincere appreciation to our incredible Workforce Readiness Team for their outstanding efforts during our Adopt‑A‑Highway cleanup. Your dedication, collaborative spirit, and strong work ethic shone brightly as you worked together to remove 62 pounds of litter from our local highways and community spaces. Because of your energy, positivity, and pride in your work, this project made a meaningful and visible impact. Thank you for showing up with purpose and teamwork—amazing job, team!

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

We’re proud to share that our President & CEO, Betsy Brennan, has been named a finalist for CEO of the Year 2026 by @SDbusiness.

Her leadership and commitment to building a thriving, inclusive, and forward-thinking urban core continue to shape our vision of America’s Outdoor Downtown.

Cheers to Betsy and all the exceptional leaders who were nominated!

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Get ready, San Diego. This is HUGE. 🐘✨

On March 26 at 8 PM, the skyline over San Diego Bay will come alive with a one-of-a-kind drone show celebrating the debut of Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park! This massive 3D kinetic drone show will transform the sky into a larger-than-life tribute to the Elephant Valley experience, featuring bold brand messaging, elephant interaction and water play, and engagement with QR code integration.

As David Miller, Chief Marketing Officer of the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, puts it:

“Our Elephant Valley campaign conceived by The Shipyard captures a simple truth: the only way to truly understand the size and majesty of elephants is to experience them in person. When guests see them up close, our message ‘This Is Huge’ becomes unforgettable.”

📍 San Diego Bay | South of USS Midway, behind Rady Shell & Convention Center
⏰ March 26 | 8 PM (shown twice)

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

📣 Take 10 minutes to help shape the future of our region.

DSDP member @BurnhamCenterSD, is inviting San Diegans to take part in an important countywide survey through OneSD (https://t.co/ULNU73pFCP), a collaborative initiative uniting more than 40 organizations committed to reversing trends of division, rebuilding trust, and solving real-world challenges together across San Diego County.

The results will help establish a shared starting point for understanding, trust, and engagement in our region, and will be featured in the upcoming OneSD Baseline Report.

Be part of shaping what comes next.

Complete the survey before March 1: https://t.co/TvousiQxhG

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Attention Downtown! 🚧
Through the month of February, several communities will soon have improved street conditions due to the continued efforts of the @City of San Diego's Transportation Department's slurry seal program, a preservation project to slow street deterioration and improve the overall condition of San Diego's road network.

Seven slurry seal projects are scheduled to be completed within this current fiscal year, which ends June 30, 2026. Through the first three weeks of the project, the following roads will be resurfaced in Downtown.

For the full list of communities and to learn more about the project, visit: https://t.co/CbSGjU23rf

[City of San Diego @CityofSanDiego]

City staff from the Homelessness Strategies and Solutions Department and outreach workers from the Downtown San Diego Partnership (@SDPartnership) participated in the annual Point-In-Time-Count this morning.

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

San Diego is once again on the world stage! 🌎⚽

We're thrilled that San Diego has been selected as a host city for Olympic soccer with matches taking place at @sandiegowavefc and @sandiegofc's homefield.
This San Diego stadium continues to showcase the strength of the city's sports community and the partnerships that make our region a hub for major events. 👏

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

After a report of someone attempting to open a van door at 3rd & J, Julio from our Safety Team took notice and sprung to action. Coordinating with SDPD, he helped ensure a young individual in distress received immediate attention. The individual was later confirmed to be a missing person, and a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) officer stepped in to arrange transport for care.

Thank you to Julio and our entire safety team for their awareness and commitment to making our community safer. 👉 Learn more about our safety services in the link in our bio.

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

🍴Exciting projects coming soon! ⚠️

@SanDiegoVille's ultimate guide to San Diego’s 2026 restaurant openings is here, and Downtown will see several exciting new openings, alongside dozens of projects across the county.

Read all about what's to come: https://t.co/3ZJjP17jen

[Downtown San Diego @SDPartnership]

Free MTS rides on New Year's Eve! 🚨

Ride safely into the new year with free MTS bus and trolley rides after 6 p.m. PLUS, all trolley lines will operate past 2 a.m., an extra late-night service, allowing you to enjoy festivities and still ensure a safe ride home. 🎉