Public Notice Roundup: Housing Authority Hearings and Infrastructure Updates

Official Notice: County Housing Authority Public Hearing

The Housing Authority of the County of San Diego (HACSD) has scheduled a significant public hearing for Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Room 310 of the County Administration Center (1600 Pacific Highway), the Board of Commissioners will take public testimony regarding several key housing documents. The agenda includes the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Plan and the Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Administrative Plan. These documents serve as the governing policies for local public housing programs. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the five-year agency plan, which outlines strategies for meeting regional housing needs.

Traffic Advisory: Cougar Pass Road Closure

The County of San Diego has issued a traffic advisory for a scheduled infrastructure maintenance project. A one-day road closure is active on Cougar Pass Road, specifically between Alps Way and Meadow Glen Way E. This closure is scheduled to occur during daylight hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) between March 2 and March 13, 2026. This disruption is necessary to allow SDG&E crews to conduct essential utility pole changeouts. Commuters are advised to utilize alternate routes as traffic control measures will be in place, and minor delays are expected in the surrounding area.

San Diego City Council Committee Sessions

Two major City Council committees are convening today, March 4, 2026, to discuss municipal governance and fiscal policy:

• Budget and Government Efficiency Committee: Meeting at 9:00 a.m. to review the city's performance measurement tools and fiscal transparency initiatives.
• Economic Development and Intergovernmental Relations Committee: Meeting at 2:00 p.m. to discuss regional economic growth and state-level legislative priorities.

Both meetings are open to the public at City Hall, with options for virtual participation and e-comment submission available through the City Clerk’s official portal.

Public Service Announcement: County Medical Services Reform

Following a 4-1 vote by the Board of Supervisors on March 3, the County of San Diego is moving forward with an overhaul of the County Medical Services (CMS) program. The reform aims to expand eligibility for the "program of last resort," which serves residents who cannot afford private insurance but do not qualify for Medi-Cal. Planned updates include eliminating certain property limits and adjusting income thresholds to increase access to healthcare. Detailed reform proposals are expected to be finalized within 60 days following the adoption of the upcoming fiscal budget.

Health & Safety: Ongoing Support for Federal Personnel

In response to the partial government shutdown that began in mid-February, local San Diego nonprofits have activated emergency response protocols. Public service announcements indicate that organizations such as the Armed Services YMCA and Feeding San Diego are providing food distribution and financial counseling for affected federal workers, including members of the U.S. Coast Guard stationed at Air Station San Diego. Official services at the county and city levels remain largely unaffected by the federal disruption at this time.