Del Cerro, San Diego, California
Encyclopedia
Del Cerro is a residential neighborhood of approximately 2,300 residents in the eastern part of San Diego, California
. Del Cerro borders the communities of San Carlos, Allied Gardens
, College Area, Grantville
, and the city of La Mesa
, and is adjacent to Lake Murray and San Diego State University
. For planning purposes the city includes it in the Navajo
community planning area.
The San Diego State University Master Plan has proposed to build a housing project for faculty and staff on university-owned undeveloped open space in Del Cerro (at the site of Adobe Falls, a city historic landmark). The plan to expand the university's facilities into Del Cerro was initially proposed in 2005 but was blocked by a judge's ruling. The plan's Environmental Impact Report had been contested since 2005 through litigation brought by the Del Cerro Action Council, the City of San Diego, and others. On February 11, 2010 a judge issued a decision in favor of SDSU, but the city appealed the denial of its writ and the case is now pending at the Court of Appeal.
The area is vulnerable to wildfires, but residents have battled with the city over getting permission to clear brush from slopes and around homes.
station with mini-mart, two liquor/deli stores, a Mexican restaurant, fitness spa, dental office, and several other professional services.
The private Del Cerro Park Pool hosts an annual Fourth of July party with food and games for its membership. The park will celebrate its 50th anniversary at the 2011 Fourth of July party.
, a greater area community newspaper delivered to residents and covering Del Cerro news.
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California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. Del Cerro borders the communities of San Carlos, Allied Gardens
Allied Gardens
Allied Gardens is a residential neighborhood in the eastern Navajo community of San Diego, California. It neighbors San Carlos to the east, Del Cerro to the north, the College Area to the southeast and Grantville to the southwest.-History:...
, College Area, Grantville
Grantville, San Diego, California
Grantville is a middle-class neighborhood in the city of San Diego, in California. It borders the communities of Allied Gardens, San Carlos, Serra Mesa and Mission Valley East....
, and the city of La Mesa
La Mesa, California
La Mesa is a city in San Diego County, California. The population was 57,065 at the 2010 census, up from 54,749 at the 2000 census. It was founded in 1869 and officially incorporated as a city on February 16, 1912. Its official flower is the bougainvillea....
, and is adjacent to Lake Murray and San Diego State University
San Diego State University
San Diego State University , founded in 1897 as San Diego Normal School, is the largest and oldest higher education facility in the greater San Diego area , and is part of the California State University system...
. For planning purposes the city includes it in the Navajo
Navajo, San Diego, California
Navajo is a hilly community in the eastern part of San Diego, California. It is a designated planning area for the city of San Diego. It includes the neighborhoods of Del Cerro, Grantville, San Carlos, and Allied Gardens.The area encompases approximately...
community planning area.
History
The Del Cerro area was developed as a residential suburb during the 1960s and 1970s.The San Diego State University Master Plan has proposed to build a housing project for faculty and staff on university-owned undeveloped open space in Del Cerro (at the site of Adobe Falls, a city historic landmark). The plan to expand the university's facilities into Del Cerro was initially proposed in 2005 but was blocked by a judge's ruling. The plan's Environmental Impact Report had been contested since 2005 through litigation brought by the Del Cerro Action Council, the City of San Diego, and others. On February 11, 2010 a judge issued a decision in favor of SDSU, but the city appealed the denial of its writ and the case is now pending at the Court of Appeal.
The area is vulnerable to wildfires, but residents have battled with the city over getting permission to clear brush from slopes and around homes.
Retail
The community's commercial center along Del Cerro Blvd. includes a Windmill Farms, a ChevronChevron Corporation
Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation headquartered in San Ramon, California, United States and active in more than 180 countries. It is engaged in every aspect of the oil, gas, and geothermal energy industries, including exploration and production; refining,...
station with mini-mart, two liquor/deli stores, a Mexican restaurant, fitness spa, dental office, and several other professional services.
Annual events
A Block Party is held annually with live bands, food, and entertainment for children.The private Del Cerro Park Pool hosts an annual Fourth of July party with food and games for its membership. The park will celebrate its 50th anniversary at the 2011 Fourth of July party.
Media
The area is served by the Mission Times CourierMission Times Courier
The Mission Times Courier is a monthly community newspaper published in San Diego, California by Mission Publishing Group, LLC. The newspaper was founded May 11, 1995 by Sally and Jim Madaffer....
, a greater area community newspaper delivered to residents and covering Del Cerro news.
Education
- Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary School is located on Del Cerro Blvd.
- Patrick Henry High SchoolPatrick Henry High School (San Diego, California)Patrick Henry High School is a public high school in San Diego, California. It is part of the San Diego Unified School District. It is attended by students in grades 9-12 residing in Del Cerro, San Carlos, Allied Gardens, Mission Valley and the College Area....
is located on Wandermere Dr.
Government
Del Cerro is located in City Council District 7 and is currently represented by councilmember Marti EmeraldMarti Emerald
Marti Emerald is an elected member of the San Diego City Council in San Diego, California representing San Diego's seventh Council district since 2008...
.