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Politics Report: SANDAG Voted – So What Happens Now?
Seems like someone may sue SANDAG over its regional transportation plan.
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Seems like someone may sue SANDAG over its regional transportation plan.
The hosts round back on that bathroom shortage, dive into some fresh SANDAG planning problems and discuss a surprise development.
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Mayor Todd Gloria's office has now launched a data-driven effort to add more public restrooms downtown.
The community has been pushing for an update to its 1978 plan for decades.
Plus: The San Diego City Council approved Barrio Logan’s future development and the shuttered indoor skydiving center may house shelter beds
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The current map the commission is evaluating significantly reduces the Latino and voting age population in City Council District 9.
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