In the Media June 11, 2025

Libraries and lakes got a reprieve in budget discussions, but will it last?

By Allison Ash for NBC 7, San Diego

San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria could use his line-item veto power to undo the budget moves the city council made in the proposal that passed Tuesday by a 7 – 2 vote.

Library and lake lovers are praising the San Diego City Council for voting to restore funding for their operations in the 2026 budget.

The vote came after thousands of San Diegans voiced their objections at city hall, made phone calls and sent emails asking city leaders to reconsider cuts that affect their quality of life.”