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Circulator - 02/20/2026

Circulator - 02/20/2026

Join Us For A Bike Ride & Mobility Assessment!

Circulate San Diego is partnering with the San Diego River Park Foundation’s One-Mile Action Crew (OMAC) for a high-impact Community Mobility Assessment on Friday, March 13th @ 3:30 PM.

We will embark on a ride along the San Diego River Trail, starting at Old Town (specific meeting point provided upon registration) and turning around at Grant Park. This route was specifically chosen to evaluate areas and critical infrastructure gaps, as well as enjoying the San Diego River Trail.

Please note: The San Diego River Park Foundation is hosting registration on their page for this event.

Register & RSVP Here!

Transit Permitting Reform Round Table: Lessons and Challenges from Italy, California, and Washington State

Circulate CEO and General Counsel Colin Parent will be speaking on a panel about transit permitting reform, hosted by the Metropolitan Abundance Project.

When: Friday, Mar 20, 2026, 11 am PT

Transit permitting got you down? Is your region trying to build world-class transit infrastructure – but stuck navigating endless local permitting, third-party demands, and opaque review processes? From overbuilt parking garages to utility upgrades that balloon costs, permitting has become a major barrier to delivering transit projects on time and on budget in the U.S.

Join leading researchers, advocates, and policy thinkers for a conversation on why transit permitting in the U.S. is so broken – and model reforms that could fix it.

  • Marco Chitti, NYU’s Transit Costs Project,will share about Italy’s “Conference of the Parties” transit construction permitting model
  • Kirk Hovenkotter, Transportation Choices Coalition,will discuss permitting barriers facing Sound Transit’s light rail build-out and state legislation moving through Washington
  • Colin Parent, Circulate San Diego, author of the Powerless Brokers, will discuss California case studies and legislation to streamline transit delivery
Register Here!

San Diego Community Power, San Diego Foundation Announce $750k for Local Clean Energy Projects

San Diego Community Power, San Diego Foundation Announce $750K for Local Clean Energy Projects - Deadline to Apply, March 6 at 5 p.m. PT

San Diego Community Power, in partnership with San Diego Foundation, today announced a $750,000 clean energy reinvestment into the region and invited local organizations to apply for the funds.

The Community Clean Energy Grants program is an annual opportunity for nonprofits and other tax-exempt organizations to join with Community Power to advance clean energy, green jobs and sustainability programs across the San Diego region.

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MTS Fare Change Survey

MTS is facing a budget gap, and is considering proposals to modify fares and service levels to address this shortfall. This decision has the potential to significantly impact the quality of transit service in San Diego.

Time and time again, surveys show that transit riders favor fare increases over service reductions. MTS is currently seeking feedback on its fare change proposals.

Submit your feedback & complete the survey!

SDSU Mission Valley River Park

Looking for the perfect outdoor spot for your next event or gathering?

The SDSU Mission Valley river park offers a variety of spaces served by best-inclass active transportation opportunities, steps away from the newly renovated trolley plaza at MTS Stadium Station on the Green Line.

To meet the needs of both cyclists and pedestrians, SDSU Mission Valley is encircled by a 2-mile hike and bike loop and is also constructing several off-site City of San Diego bike lane projects to complete the bikeway between SDSU and the Mission Valley property, including a total of 1.5 miles of dedicated bike lanes.

Unlike most public parks, the SDSU Mission Valley river park operates without any taxpayer subsidy. Your reservation directly supports the community space you enjoy and the values you embody as a Circulate San Diego member: commitment to safer streets, better transit, and sustainable growth in San Diego.

For groups of up to 49 people or less, space can be reserved online.

Reserve Space Here!
We also want to extend a special thank you to SDSU for being a valued corporate member of Circulate San Diego. Your support helps us continue building safer, more connected streets and parks throughout our region.
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