🌱Bipartisan Bill to Clear Encampment + Nonprofit Gives Second Chances

Good morning, everyone! Sip that coffee/tea, savor those blueberry pancakes, and read on for what's happening in San Diego today:

• Bipartisan bill to clear encampments will be presented to committee.
• Nonprofit gives second chances and helps individuals get back on their feet.
• Enjoy a mouth watering meal at a great price, and help support Feeding San Diego.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine and patchy clouds.⛅ High: 63, Low: 43.

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Here are three of the top stories today in San Diego:

1. Senate Bill 31 would allow the clearing of encampments near schools, libraries, daycare centers, and parks after providing 72-hours notice to homeless persons. Officers would be required to provide information about alternatives available. Senate Brian Jones, Republican — San Diego County, and Senator Bill Dodd, Democrat — Napa, coauthored the bill which will go before the Senate Public Safety Committee on March 28. (Times of San Diego)
2. Through Second Chance, more than 10,000 people have been helped to rejoin the community, and the workforce. The San Diego nonprofit helps people get back on a path toward self-sufficiency after incarceration. Right now, there are 250 active participants in the four-week program. Hosting a fundraiser at the Air and Space Museum in Balboa Park, Second Chance will celebrate their 30th anniversary on April 27. (NBC San Diego)
3. Today through April 2, San Diegans can enjoy great dinners at great prices during San Diego Restaurant Week, while supporting Feeding San Diego. For each meal ordered $2 will be donated, up to $10,000e by Chef Works, manufacturer of chef uniforms for the food service industry, located in Poway. More than 100 restaurants will offer prix-fixe menu options, ranging from $20 - $60. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktail-oriented menus will be offered. Enjoy! (Times of San Diego)

Today in San Diego:

• Weed For Warriors x March and Ash Supply Drop - March and Ash. (9:00 AM)
• Annual 'Not Just For Ugly Dogs' Contest 2023 - San Diego Coastal Chamber. (11:00 AM)
• Presidio Walking Tour - San Diego History Center (1:00 PM)
• Bach’s Birthday Celebration Concert - Spreckels Organ Pavilion (2:00 PM)
• Sewam American Indian Dance & Party On Plaza 2023 - Poway. (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• SDPD warning: "🚨 #SanDiego, stay alert! A series of burglaries have struck Rancho Penasquitos & Miramar Ranch in the last 5 weeks. Be extra cautious between 5-11 pm. Suspects: 👥 2-4 people 👕 Hoodies, long pants, gloves, face coverings 🚙 Dark Audi Audi Q5 SUV." (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)
• Mellow lovebug: "This sweet senior is a rising star! But don't worry, being on the news with Megan Parry 10News hasn't given Lenny a big head, nor has the endless praise he's received for being such a good boy! This mellow lovebug is ready to bring his aged-to-perfection charm to your home! What do you say? Adopt Lenny today. (ID 851477)" (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Still filling potholes: "Finally, the sun is shining, and our crews are back out filling potholes on San Diego streets! According to @NWSSanDiego, we've received 13 inches of rain since October 2022. That's 35% more than a typical rainy season, and we still have about a month to go. When it rains, our street crews are not able to fill potholes or conduct other road maintenance like slurry seal. And, unfortunately, the wet weather exacerbates the situation, as water seeps into the surface of the street, causing the asphalt to loosen and potholes to develop." (City of San Diego via Facebook)
• No-cost food distribution: "Here is a list of some of the no-cost food distributions happening this Saturday throughout San Diego County. For a full list of sites, visit https://bit.ly/3RsyaLQ." (Feeding San Diego via Facebook)
• Women's Motor Corp: "Celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth Photo Collections - Woman from Women's Motor Corp writing parking ticket in about 1918. Get this historical photo by visiting https://cutt.ly/q8mfiij" (San Diego History Center via Facebook)
• Needed: gently used towels, blankets, sheets: "Give your old linens a new leash on life! If you're spring cleaning and find gently used towels, blankets or sheets you're ready to rehome, please donate them to help animals in need. Bedding supplies are low at our Oceanside Campus." (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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