​🌱 Slashing Natural Gas Usage + SDG&E Seeks To Protect Tribal Lands

Hello, everyone! Sip that cup o' joe/tea, chow down those pancakes and sausages, and let's find out what's going on today in San Diego:

• Goal: Slash natural gas usage by 95 percent by 2035.
• SDG&E seeks to protect tribal lands within its maintenance area.
• Get out and take a hike.

But first, today's weather:

Areas of low clouds, then sun.🌤️ High: 68, Low: 56.

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

1. Some say the City of San Diego is moving too fast with its Climate Action Plan. Others say it’s not moving fast enough. The goal is to reduce natural gas usage by 2035, and the city is currently exploring the most cost-effective policies for industry, homeowners and city buildings. Funding would come from federal, local and state government programs to help defray costs. The city will also seek money from private sources. (Del Mar Times)
   
2. SDG&E is seeking $100 million in federal funds as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The grant would be used to offset the costs of wildfire efforts in and around federally recognized tribal lands within SDG&E’s service area. In addition, the California Public Utilities Commission will match this funding with an additional $100 million from SDG&E. (Times of San Diego)
3. Great weather is back, and now is the time to get out and take a hike. San Diego offers so many parks and trails suited to hikers at all levels. At Mission Trails Regional Park, the Kumeyaay Lake Trail offers the easiest mile-long trail. Hikers can also take a mile-long hike at Oak Grove Loop North Trail. Looking for a challenge? Try the mile-long Climbers Loop South Trail, designated as a difficult hike rising to 407 feet in elevation and offering spectacular views. (Times of San Diego)

Today in San Diego:

• Music and Motion - MountainView/Beckwourth Branch Library (11:30 AM)
• Learn to Weave: For Kids and Teens - Mission Valley Library (11:30 AM)
• Mind-Body Fitness for Older Adults - Riford/La Jolla Branch Library (11:30 AM)
• Baby Play & Learn - Ocean Beach Branch Library (12:00 PM)
• Adult Social Scrabble - North Clairemont Branch Library (1:00 PM)
• Study and Chill - Malcolm X Library and Performing Arts Center (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• aMAZE: "As the weekend comes to an end, we're here to cure your Sunday blues with some adorable content. Allow us to introduce you to the magnificent Maze who is sure to aMAZE you! This girl is looking for a family the same way she looks at this dandelion." (San Diego Humane Society via Facebook)
• Fantastic Fiction: "If you're a fan of speculative fiction, join our new book club called the Fantastical Fiction Forum! This month's title is V.E. Schwab's 'A Darker Shade of Magic.' We will be discussing the book at our next meeting on Tuesday, April 25 from 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m." (San Diego Central Library via Facebook)
• Peace in the park: "Yesterday, we were proud to be part of the 4th Peace in the Park event at Mountain View Rec Community Center! Our community partners did an incredible job providing resources & entertainment for all. It was all there, from diaper giveaways to golden tickets found in the egg hunt! The lucky kids with golden tickets received gift baskets generously donated by various community organizations. We hope everyone had a fun-filled day and can’t wait to start planning the next one!" (San Diego Police Department via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Bettyann Pernice

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