The Urban Collaborative Project Launches Stewardship in Southeastern San Diego

November 14, 2025

The Urban Collaborative Project is launching a stewardship initiative in Southeastern San Diego to address community concerns about maintaining green spaces and trees. The project centers around developing the Brooks Huffman Plaza at Imperial and Euclid as a community gathering place with amenities, while partnering with local schools. This effort grew from community feedback gathered during climate planning sessions that revealed residents wanted more green spaces but worried about their upkeep.

Who is affected

Residents of Southeastern San Diego
Students and staff at Elementary Institute of Science, Lincoln High School, Horton Elementary, Access Youth Academy, and Morse High School
Youth and advocates in the area
Organizations including San Diego Canyonlands, Groundwork San Diego, Urban Corps of San Diego County, Diamond Business Improvement District, City Council District 4, and Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation

What action is being taken

UCP is hosting Chollas Creekside Park Stewardship Fridays events
The Brooks Huffman Plaza is being developed as a community hub with seating, lighting, and planters
Multiple organizations are collaborating on the SESD "Euclid" Stewards Project

Why it matters

This project addresses a critical community need by not only creating green spaces that residents requested but also establishing a sustainable maintenance system through community stewardship, ensuring long-term viability of environmental improvements in an underserved area.

What's next

One more Chollas Creekside Park Stewardship Fridays event is scheduled for November 21 from 10 am to 1 pm at Chollas Creekside Park (5050 Guymon Street).

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