Public Notice: Pure Water Funding, Measles Advisory, and Infrastructure Updates
City Council Session: Pure Water and Historic Preservation
The San Diego City Council will convene two key sessions today, Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the City Administration Building. The morning session, beginning at 10:00 a.m., focuses on significant funding allocations for the Pure Water Program. Council members are scheduled to deliberate on Items 54 through 57, which concern multi-billion-dollar expenditures for Phase 2 of the water recycling initiative. Public testimony is invited regarding the long-term affordability and production goals of this infrastructure commitment.
At 2:00 p.m., the Council will address Item 332, part of the 'Preservation and Progress Package A.' This hearing includes controversial proposed amendments to the Ocean Beach Emerging Cottage Historic District. Residents and preservationists have expressed concerns that these changes may allow for increased development density by modifying historical guardrails. The session will be broadcast on CityTV and via the city’s official digital portal.
Health Alert: Measles Activity and Coastal Safety
The County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) has issued an active health advisory following a rise in measles activity across California. As of late February, officials have confirmed multiple cases in neighboring counties, with exposure sites including major regional airports and theme parks. While no local cases have been reported within San Diego city limits this week, health authorities are strongly urging residents to verify their immunization status. Healthcare providers are instructed to screen all patients presenting with febrile illness and maculopapular rashes immediately.
Additionally, the Department of Environmental Health and Quality maintains a general advisory for coastal water users. Following recent precipitation, urban runoff has led to elevated bacteria levels at local beaches. Although the primary advisory was slated to lift early this week, ocean users are cautioned to avoid contact with water near storm drains and lagoon outlets for at least 72 hours after any significant rainfall to prevent gastrointestinal illness.
Traffic and Infrastructure Advisories
Motorists should prepare for ongoing night work impacting major thoroughfares. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) reports that the eastbound Interstate 8 connector to southbound State Route 125 will remain closed nightly from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. through Friday, February 27. This closure is necessary for essential construction and bridge maintenance. Furthermore, the I-805 South Bay rehabilitation project continues to cause intermittent lane reductions between San Ysidro and the Interstate 15 junction.
Public Service Announcement: Housing Plan Review
The City and County of San Diego have opened the 30-day public comment period for the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) draft Annual Plan. Interested parties may review the document online or at the Housing and Community Development Services office. Comments will be accepted through March 24, 2026, ahead of a final public hearing scheduled for early March.