🌱 SDGE Rates Rise? + SD Short-Term Rental Rules + SD 'Nighttime Zoo'

Get on up, San Diego! It's Thursday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in San Diego today.

First, today's weather:

Low clouds, then some sun. High: 69, Low: 63.

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

1. “You know, we made a commitment when we were experiencing higher bills early this year of making sure that our customers aren't surprised,” senior vice-president of customer services and external affairs Scott Crider said. So, they are announcing now that SDGE intends to raise rates in 2024. The rate increase could mean an $18 or more per month increase. Consumers will have their say. Stay tuned! To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (NBC San Diego)
2. The City of San Diego has created an ordinance to control the number of short-term rentals within the City. Advocates say the new law will result in more housing being available to long-term renters and buyers. Residents look forward to the new quiet and fewer party houses as a result of the ordinance. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (FOX 5 San Diego)
3. Good news! The San Diego ‘Nighttime Zoo’ begins June 3. With special entertainment and summer treats during extended summer hours, the ‘Nighttime Zoo’ will provide an opportunity for visitors to see nocturnal animals after dark. The program will run through Sept. 5 (except June 18) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. To learn more: Click into parenthesis, then click the link. (Patch)

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Today in San Diego:

• Virtual: Mastermind at University of Phoenix — San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce.(7:30 a.m.)
• Story Time In the Park — Kensington/Normal Heights Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Animals and Us! An Educational Animal Show with Zovargo *OUTDOORS* — Point Loma Branch Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Jan van Eyck: Alchemist of Art (Free Virtual Talk) — Timken Museum. (11 a.m.)
• Knit and Crochet Circle — Rancho Peñasquitos Library. (1 p.m.)
• DO YOUR HOMEWORK @ THE LIBRARY — Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center. (3 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• San Diego Humane Society: "We form special bonds with so many animals — cats, dogs, rabbits, birds and even the wildlife coexisting around us! But have you ever wondered which animal you're most like? Take our quiz at sdhumane.org/quiz to find out which animal you are, and help us celebrate Be Kind to Animals Month by cherishing ALL of the animals we share our world with!" (Facebook)
• City of San Diego: "The Ocean Beach Pier (including the restrooms, bait shop and restaurants) has been temporarily closed while City crews make necessary repairs to a utility line. Once repairs are complete, the pier will be reopened for access." (Facebook)
• San Diego Botanic Garden: "Learn how you can feed your orchid to achieve long lasting blooms! " (Facebook)
• San Diego County Library: "Check out passes for California State Parks at the library! Visit sdcl.org/stateparks for more information and to request a pass. #parks #stateparks #libraries" (Facebook)
• San Diego Central Library: "The I CAN, too! Center of San Diego Public Library is excited to work with Brain Balance Centers to provide parents, children and toddlers programming that celebrates neurodiversity, child development and more. Now through June, Brain Balance is offering three different programs each targeted towards tots, kids and caregivers. They'll be heading out to libraries throughout SDPL." (Facebook)
• Museum of Making Music: "This Friday! Don't miss Lyrical Groove in concert at 7 p.m. at the Museum of Making Music! Order your tickets online https://bit.ly/LyricalGrooveTi... or call (760) 304-5844." (Facebook)

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Events:

• Real Estate Investing: How to Cash Flow $100,000 + a Year Tax-Free! Free Webinar. (May 19)
• The Toga Party Band Live At Ebullition Brew Works. (May 21)
• THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED - Concert Series in the Sculpture Garden. (May 21)
• Free Zoom meeting about personal injury lawyer near San Diego, CA. (May 24)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (May 28)
• Poway Symphony Orchestra : A Spanish Festival. (May 29)
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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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