“Like most people, I’m concerned about the dollar falling and what it will do to the economy. I want to protect my money. It makes a lot of sense to get out of the dollar and get into foreign currencies or in stocks on foreign exchanges...When you look at a country like we are and ask where (the war and mortgage crisis) money’s coming from, it’s scary.”
Music
Fest is rocking
North Park today
Head on over to University Avenue under the North Park sign as Champ Records & Say It Records are throwing a great party to showcase independent music, film, art and thought at the 4th annual San Diego Indie Music Fest. This remarkable event will run from noon until midnight in the heart of North Park. 7 stages with over 70 artists — don’t miss it! (Read this week’s CityBeat review.)
The City of San Diego has all but declared war on historic preservation! On March 19th, the SD County Grand Jury released a report entitled “Historical Hysteria: Historical Resources in the City of San Diego.” With no cost/benefit analysis or discussion whatsoever regarding the benefits of historic preservation, the Grand Jury urged the City to “rein in the number of properties designated as historic and the number of Mills Act contracts.” In a one-sided investigation, the Grand Jury interviewed only officials with the County Tax Assessor’s Office and City staff. No owners of historically-designated properties, preservationists or historians were interviewed. The report contains many incredible statements, such as “How many examples of Craftsman houses does San Diego really need?”
On the same day that this shocking report was released, the Mayor’s Office issued a press release with a detailed proposal regarding various proposed “Mills Act reform measures.” If adopted, these restrictions would, for all intents and purposes, shut down the Mills Act program in the City of San Diego.
A restored vintage home brings a spark of pride to a neighborhood which often fuels other restoration efforts. Until we begin to recognize and treat our historic homes, buildings and neighborhoods as a public asset, we will continue to lose them and the benefits that come with preserving our heritage.
This attack by the City is the greatest threat to community character in our generation. Please email elected officials re: the importance of historic preservation. The Historical Resources Board will hold a public workshop on Friday, April 18th at 2pm in the Council Committee Room, 202 C Street, 12th floor.
Dreamguys to preview at All Saints’
The Rector and parishioners of Hillcrests All Saints’ Church invite you to their parish hall on Sunday, April 6th to welcome the San Diego Men’s Chorus for a “sneak preview” of their upcoming production, DreamGuys featuring Frenchie Davis. (They will be performing downtown at the Balboa Theatre the following Saturday.)
Refreshments will be served, and childcare provided. For further information please check All Saints’ website or call the church office at (619) 298-7729.
Baja Betty’s hosts HBIA networking mixer
The Hillcrest Business Improvement Association (HBIA) held the first in a series of mixers Tuesday evening at Baja Betty’s, 1421 University Avenue, as owner Chris Shaw welcomed over 50 members to the popular eatery. Photo shows HBIA president Michael Wright (owner of City Deli), HBIA VP Nancy Moors (publisher of HillQuest) and new member Dave McCann owner of Radiant Health Chiropractic & Nutrition as they enjoyed an evening of margaritas, Mexican food and conversation with fellow members.
Mayoral candidate Steve Francis dropped by to visit with businesses including the Hillcrest House Bed & Breakfast, The Wine Lover, Cathedral, Column One, Bamboo Lounge, Winn’s Barber Shop, Sommerset Suites Hotel, Dancing Heart Spa, Freelance Salon, Lucky Bucks and the owners of Fusion Pizza set to open the end of June.
