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San Diego Union-Tribune

San Diego Union-Tribune: North County’s first shelter for homeless young adults opens in Vista

North County’s first shelter for homeless young adults opens in Vista

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KPBS

KPBS: North County’s first transitional housing for foster youth opens in Vista

A look inside VisTAY House and the practical, compassion-first steps to help foster youth avoid homelessness.

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San Diego Union-Tribune

San Diego Union-Tribune: dozens of new shelter beds open in North County

Coverage on expanded shelter capacity and concrete steps to help people move off the streets.

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KUSI News

KUSI News: Vista considers tiny home options

Coverage of practical housing options and getting the details right for neighborhoods and homeowners.

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San Diego Union-Tribune

San Diego Union-Tribune: reporting on transparency and taxpayer accountability in a proposed park purchase

Coverage highlighting a call for an appraisal, clear policy, and responsible stewardship of public dollars.

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San Diego Union-Tribune

San Diego Union-Tribune: roundup of local votes and regional updates

A broad roundup of regional items that included Vista-related updates.

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FOX 5 San Diego

FOX 5 San Diego: interview on priorities and the issues facing local communities

A short conversation about leadership, priorities, and delivering real results.

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Op-eds & commentary

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SANDAG rail project
San Diego Union-Tribune

Opinion: SANDAG’s Multibillion-Dollar Project: The Case Is Full of Holes

A clear-eyed critique of the plan’s assumptions, costs, and accountability — and why taxpayers deserve answers.

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