Join the Conversation: How You Access City Council Information

November 4, 2025

The San Diego Office of the City Clerk is organizing a Community Listening Session to gather public input on improving resident access to City Council agendas, notices, and municipal information. The event aims to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing communication and civic participation in local government decision-making processes. During the session, attendees will learn about the City Clerk's responsibilities and available engagement tools like online agendas and virtual meeting options.

Who is affected

All San Diego community members and residents
The Office of the City Clerk
City Clerk Fuentes
Attendees of City Council meetings
Logan Heights Library (as the host location)

What action is being taken

The Office of the City Clerk is conducting a broader outreach effort to improve communication, accessibility, and participation
The City Clerk is inviting community members to attend the listening session
Residents are being encouraged to complete the Public Engagement Survey
The office is offering translation services upon request

Why it matters

This initiative matters because it addresses a fundamental gap between available civic resources and actual public utilization. Even when municipalities have excellent technology and procedures in place, they fail to serve their intended purpose if residents cannot access or understand them. By soliciting direct community feedback, the City can identify specific barriers preventing meaningful civic engagement and make targeted improvements to connect residents with the governmental decisions that directly impact their lives and neighborhoods.

What's next

The Community Listening Session will take place on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 5:00 to 5:45 p.m. at Logan Heights Library, 567 South 28th Street, San Diego, CA 92113
Residents can attend in person or participate virtually through Zoom at www.sandiego.gov/listening
Attendees can complete the Public Engagement Survey in English or Spanish
Community members can contact the Office of the City Clerk via email at cityclerk@sandiego.gov or call 619-533-4000 for event inquiries or translation requests

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint