San Diego Job Corps Closure Sparks Student Scramble
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Federal cuts trigger housing uncertainty and local political clashes.
Hundreds of San Diego students are facing housing and academic uncertainty after the federal government announced the closure of privately-run Job Corps centers. The sudden decision has left manny scrambling for resources and shelter, especially impacting low-income students at the Imperial Beach facility.
Job Corps Program Faces Shutdown
The Job Corps program offers academic training, support services, and free housing to low-income students. Closures will affect centers nationwide, including the one in Imperial Beach, throwing students’ lives into disarray, according to reports from Will Huntsberry and jakob McWhinney.
Following the announcement, many of the center’s residents left promptly, though at least 100 students remain, seeking assistance from San Diego County officials and local organizations to find shelter and access essential resources.
Trash Fee Debate Heats Up City Budget Talks
the San Diego City Council is poised to vote on a budget that includes over $100 million in cuts. A vote regarding a proposed $47 monthly trash collection fee for homeowners could deepen those cuts, reports Scott Lewis.
If the council rejects the trash fee, reversing proposed cuts to libary and recreation center hours becomes less likely. The failure to approve the trash fee could have devastating consequences for city services.
Will Huntsberry is also covering a new proposal to reduce housing costs in San Diego. Additionally, a resident hired a lobbyist to protect beach fire rings from budget cuts.
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City budget analysts have outlined proposals to potentially bypass some of the proposed cuts, particularly those affecting library and recreation center hours, according to the Union-Tribune.
outlined city budget analysts’ proposals
Podcast Highlights ICE Raids and Bonfire Battles
This week’s podcast covers a range of local issues, including a court ruling supporting donation-based yoga classes on coastal lands.
The hosts also discuss the city budget’s threat to fire rings and Terra Lawson-Remer’s efforts to save them. limitations of sanctuary city declarations where also examined.
Following recent ICE raids, San Diego’s Congressional Democrats are demanding answers, reports NBC 7.
are demanding answers
The San Diego Unified School District reports no ICE presence on its campuses since implementing proactive measures last year, according to City News Service.
no ICE agents have been reported
Other San Diego News
- The District Attorney’s Office is investigating Poway Councilmember Tony Blain, who was detained after a council meeting. Tigist Layne has reported on harassment allegations against Blain and a recall effort.
investigating Poway Councilmember Tony Blain,
harassment allegations leveled against Blain
recall effort - A federal grand jury failed to reach a verdict in the case of an ex-county sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot an unarmed man fleeing from officers.(NBC 7)
failed to reach a verdict - A nonprofit tied to the Padres will oversee security and cleanliness in the blocks surrounding Petco Park. (Union-Tribune)
soon oversee - the CEO of a Chula Vista company, facing complaints for undelivered accessory dwelling units, has filed for bankruptcy. (10 News)
filed for bankruptcy - Train service from San Diego to south Orange County is back on track. (Times of san Diego)
back on track
San Diego County’s population is projected to reach 3.38 million in 2025 (San Diego County Demographics Report 2023), highlighting the need for accessible resources and support systems for all residents.
