Circulate San Diego Has Always Been an Abundance Organization

Circulate is a leading advocate for policies across a range of domains, including public transit, street infrastructure, and what we call sustainable growth. We often advocate for our issues to get a higher priority, or more funding. But often government already says they want to make our issues a priority, and even dedicate real funding to our causes. The bigger challenge can be to get governments to use their existing resources well, to actually produce the outcomes they say they want to achieve.
Earlier this week, our CEO and General Counsel Colin Parent posted writeup about how Circulate is a part of the growing “Abundance Movement.” If you have not heard much about the Abundance Movement, that is about to change. Several books are being released this spring, including Derek Thompson and Ezra Klein’s “Abundance which was published this week.
Recap: March’s Walk and Bike To School Days

March has been a busy month for Circulate, dedicated to teaching students about pedestrian and bicycle safety.
This month, we partnered with local schools to host four Walk and Bike to School Days! Last week, we kicked off with Chula Vista Learning Community Charter Middle School, followed by three more events this week at King Chavez Primary Academy, Burbank Elementary, and Museum School.
It was inspiring to see so many students walking, biking, and rolling to school. Circulate had a blast handing out safety items and educational materials to students and parents.
Thank you to the schools, students, and families who participated—we look forward to more Walk and Bike School Day events ahead!
Serving Seniors Programs in City Heights!

In collaboration with Serving Seniors, join us for the following programs in their City Heights locations.
City Heights Pedestrian Audit (1.0 Mile)
Harris Family Senior Residence
4320 44th Street, San Diego, CA 92115
Tuesday, April 8 at 10:30am
City Heights Age-Friendly Mobility Presentation
Potiker Serving Seniors – City Heights
4065 43rd Street, San Diego, CA 92105
Thursday, April 10 at 1:00pm
Our new page for Assembly Bill 1287

In 2023, Circulate San Diego co-sponsored Assembly Bill 1287, which created one of the most productive and impactful housing reforms in California.
The law was authored by Assemblymember David Alvarez and signed by Governor Newsom. It expanded upon California Density Bonus Law, allowing projects to be twice as large as underlying zoning, if they include a percentage of permanently affordable homes. The bill creates a win-win for more affordable and market-rate homes.
This week we launched a new web page to feature the bill. It includes history, FAQs, and links to the many news articles written about projects that are using the new tool.
Join Circulate San Diego – Help Shape a More Connected, Sustainable San Diego

At Circulate San Diego, we’re working every day to create safer streets, reliable transit, and thriving neighborhoods for everyone. As a member, you’ll join a growing network committed to making this vision a reality.
Your support powers our campaigns for affordable homes near transit, safer biking and walking infrastructure, and better transportation choices for all San Diegans.
Membership includes:
• Invitations to exclusive member events and mixers
• Early access to reports and policy updates
• Networking with civic leaders, advocates, and professionals
• The satisfaction of advancing a safer, healthier, and more connected region
If you’re passionate about mobility, smart growth, and people-centered communities, join us. Together, we’ll move San Diego forward.
Circulate News
California pedestrian deaths decreased in the first half of 2024, MSN, March 9, 2025
One traffic death this year in KCK: Can Vision Zero plan work?, Yahoo News, March 7, 2025
No new scooter/bike corrals or red curbs in La Jolla as ‘daylighting’ parking enforcement starts, La Jolla Light, March 9, 2025
Portland Sees 19% Drop in Traffic Fatalities for 2024, Vision Zero Efforts Intensify Amid St. Patrick's Day, Hoodline, March 6, 2025
Saint Paul and Woodbury Welcome METRO Gold Line: A New Era of Rapid Transit Begins March 22, Hoodline, March 11, 2025
Lakeland adopts ‘Vision Zero’ plan to eliminate crashes resulting in death, serious injury, Yahoo News, March 17, 2025
Letters of Support: National City SGIP Proposals, March 11, 2025
Letter of Support: City of Vista SGIP Proposals, March 20, 2025