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🌱 Coast Hwy 8-Story Building Plan + Reynolds School Closing Protests

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What's happening, Oceanside? Get the latest news and events of the day for March 13, 2023.
What's happening, Oceanside? Get the latest news and events of the day for March 13, 2023. (Lisa Frost/Patch)

Happy Monday, neighbors! Here's your fresh copy of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch newsletter. In today's issue, you'll find...

  • Eight-story building proposed for North Coast Highway.
  • Students protest over plans to close Reynolds Elementary.
  • Boat capsizes with multiple drownings reported.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 64 Low: 51.

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Here are the top stories in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton today:

  1. Hundreds of Reynolds Elementary school students and parents joined a rally on Friday to protest the possible closing of the school. A recent soil testing report of the property determined the ground might be unstable and pose a safety hazard. As a result, the district recommended the school be closed and students moved to nearby campuses. "In its online message, the district said measures have been proposed to help mitigate the liquefaction, but none guarantee the safety of the students and 51 staff members". A special board meeting will be held tonight to discuss the future of Reynolds Elementary. (KPBS)
  2. A developer is proposing an eight-story mixed-use development project on North Coast Highway and Neptune street in Oceanside. If approved the building would become one of the tallest in the city, but many locals are against Oceanside developing too fast. "You can't stop progress ... but you have to do it smarter," said Shawn Ambrose, owner of the Real Surf Shop, "It should be growth that looks like Oceanside, that has our feel, that's not like everywhere else." Plans for the eight-story development, called Modera Neptune, include 362 apartments, 62 hotel rooms and a three-level underground parking garage with 499 spaces. (San Diego Union-Tribune / paywall)
  3. At least eight people died after their boat capsized near Black's Beach on Saturday, according to authorities. "Lifeguards discovered several bodies and two overturned pangas spread over about 400 yards on the beach, according to the fire department, which said no one was found alive but lifejackets and fuel barrels were located nearby. The deceased were all adults, authorities said. The search continued Sunday, according to U.S. Coast Guard Capt. James Spitler, who said the number of deaths along the California coast is unknown, and boats are often overloaded and travel in low-visibility conditions like those Saturday night." (Patch)

Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

  • Non-School Day - Oceanside High (12:00 AM)
  • Nature Center Garden Work Party - Buena Vista Audubon Society (9:00 AM)

From my community notebook:

  • "Oceanside Night is just one week away(3/19)! Join us in cheering on the @sandiegosockers ⁠ ⁠ The SD Sockers will call Oceanside home beginning in the 2023/24 season at the @frontwavecu Arena, expected to open early 2024.⁠ ⁠ Get ready to ..." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
  • "Join District Attorney Summer Stephan and Health and Human Services Agency Director Nick Macchione for an important community forum on Substance Use and Overdose Prevention to be held on March 29th, from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p...." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
  • "This month, the MCCS Camp Pendleton - Libraries will celebrate women's contributions to history, culture, and society. March: 13th-17th 🥰 🫶🏾Through take-home crafts and activities for ages 5-12. Kits will be avai..." (MCCS Camp Pendleton via Facebook)
  • "IMMEDIATE OPENINGS- Including in OCEANSIDE & ESCONDIDO - Human Services Specialist determine eligibility for customers applying for public assistance programs. As a Human Services Specialist, you will play a vital role in improving the l..." (Nextdoor)
  • SDG&E Communications Team, San Diego Gas & Electric: "⚠️ When storms enter our service territory, we typically see an increase in unplanned outages in our region. - Help prevent these outages by securing loose items around your house & practicing safe driving. For more storm safety tips, pl..." (Nextdoor)

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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Lisa Frost

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