Momentum Awards Nominations Close on Thursday!
Nominations for Circulate San Diego’s annual Momentum Awards close on Thursday August 15th at 5pm! Our Momentum Awards honor the people and projects in the San Diego region that are advancing excellent mobility choices and vibrant, healthy neighborhoods.
Categories include:
- Safe Streets and Vision Zero Award
- Public Transit Connectivity Award
- Sustainable Growth Award
- Innovation Award
- Advocate Award
- Public Voice Award
- Mid-Coast Award
Learn about award criteria and nominate your favorite project, agency, company, or individual by 5:00 pm on August 15, 2024. You are encouraged to self-nominate and to nominate a client's project.
Honoring Kevin Wilson'S 65th Birthday
Circulate staff were honored to join Nancy Cavanaugh, Families For Safe Streets, the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, and community members to commemorate Kevin Wilson’s 65th birthday with the dedication of his Ghost Bike.
Kevin Wilson was tragically killed in 2020 at the age of 56 while riding his bike on Dehesa Road, after being struck from behind. Despite the fatality, Dehesa Road—a well-known cycling route—remains unchanged.
The Ghost Bike serves as a solemn memorial to Kevin and other cyclists who have lost their lives to traffic violence.
Transit to SnapDragon
At the end of July, Circulate San Diego partnered with San Diego FC, our region's new MLS team, to offer fans an exciting and eco-friendly way to attend the Manchester United vs. Real Betis match. Together, we traveled on the MTS Green Line Trolley, one of the best and most stress-free ways to reach Snapdragon Stadium.
Circulate is dedicated to promoting accessible and sustainable transit options for everyone, making sure that fans can enjoy the game without the hassle of driving.
Don’t miss out on our upcoming events!
Snapdragon Bike Ride: San Diego Wave vs. Washington Spirit
Circulate San Diego is partnering with the San Diego Sirens to lead a bike ride to Snapdragon Stadium for the September 1st San Diego Wave game.
This will be a 3.5 mile ride led by a certified cycling instructor. We will be riding the San Diego River Trail for the majority of the trip, which is a paved off-street shared-use path.
We will provide free lights and bells to ensure we roll up to the stadium in style! Game tickets are not provided but can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
Meet us outside of Fashion Valley Transit Center (T & C Park) at 3:00pm. We will be arriving to the stadium around 3:30pm - 3:45pm to allow time to engage with Fan Fests and tailgates. Kickoff is at 5:00pm.
Sign up at this link to secure your spot and ensure sufficient bike parking at the stadium. See you there!
Walking Field Trip of SDSU’s Campus
In partnership with San Diego State University’s School of Public Affairs, Circulate invites you to a walking field trip of SDSU’s campus and Montezuma Road on August 19th at 2:00 pm. We’ll meet in front of the Aztec Student Union (5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182). To avoid parking issues, consider using public transit; detailed transit options are available on the RSVP page.
This 1.5-mile walk will focus on conflict areas for pedestrians, skateboarders, and bicyclists. Participants will have the chance to observe these critical areas firsthand and provide feedback on how to improve infrastructure and safety using a walk audit tool.
Look for our team in yellow vests to easily find us!
SD City Council Allows Desperately Needed Housing in University City
On July 30, 2024, the San Diego City Council adopted a major update to the decades-old University Community Plan. Circulate, alongside its allies, has championed updating this plan to address the urgent need for increased homes and access to transit in our region. Circulate’s report "Making the Most of The Mid-Coast Trolley" highlighted the significant benefits the University City community could enjoy from expanding housing options in the area. Adding capacity for jobs and homes is essential to getting the economic, climate, and equity benefits of the $2.2 billion investment in the Mid-Coast Trolley.
The new plan builds on the growth of San Diego’s biotech and communications industry hubs and allows for desperately needed housing in the University City Neighborhood. This new University Community Plan allows for approximately 30,000 potential additional homes and approximately 60,000 new potential new jobs in coming years.
Policy Counsel Will Moore said that “Ultimately, this University Community Plan Update is a major victory for the region. It takes advantage of our substantial infrastructure investments, making the most of the Mid‐Coast trolley. In the long term, this update will make San Diego a better place for our both leading industries and the families in our community.”
Press coverage at: San Diego City Council approves plans for more housing in Hillcrest, University City, NBC 7, July 30, 2024
Circulate News
Navy’s 70+ acre Old Town Campus Revitalization Moves Forward, America’s Navy, July 30, 2024
Woman sentenced to probation in North Park deadly hit and run, ABC 10, July 29, 2024
San Diego City Council approves plans for more housing in Hillcrest, University City, Head Topics, July 31, 2024
San Jose Receives $260,000 Grant from Toyota Mobility Foundation to Boost Road Safety with AI Technology, Hoodline, August 1, 2024
City of San Diego Improves Crosswalks in Time for Students Going Back to School, , Times of San Diego, August 3, 2024
PRESS RELEASE - SD City Council Allows Desperately Needed Housing in University City, July 30, 2024
MEDIA ADVISORY - August 4 @ 10AM - Ghost Bike Installation for Kevin Wilson, July 31, 2024
