Stormwater

Warned that failing underground pipes and neglected stormwater infrastructure keep costing residents money and litigation, and urged the city to proactively check for other failures before storms hit.

San Diego Coastkeeper lawyer said the $5 billion gap needs a ballot measure, noting 90%+ odds of a strong El Niño and only 17% of channels sized for 100-year storms.

Opposed the military equipment purchase, supported digital literacy funding, and warned of coastal bluff erosion ahead of El Niño.

On behalf of the Redwood Village community and Eastern Area Planning Group, asked for approval of Streamview Drive green infrastructure funding.

A San Diego 350 volunteer who urged restoring stormwater cuts, the $7 million climate equity fund, the Neil Good Day Center, and downtown restrooms.

Suggested viewing stormwater as an opportunity — using canyons like Rose Canyon to slow and capture rainwater for groundwater recharge rather than rushing it to the sea.

Offered a poem for the council's return and commented on the stormwater pipe failure litigation, connecting it to the broader storm issues and dam safety work.

San Diego Coastkeeper attorney urged dedicated stormwater funding, no further cuts, and more public education.