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🌱 Ocean Kamp Project Approved + Rodriguez Declines Council Rerun
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Low clouds, then sunshine. High: 76 Low: 65.
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Here are the top five stories today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:
- The Oceanside Planning Commission unanimously approved the Ocean Kamp project slated for the old drive-in site on Highway 76 and Foussat in Oceanside. The adventure-themed resort and community to be built around an artificial surf lagoon, received approval Monday. The project brings a new era to the 92-acre site. Opponents said the resort will waste water and increase traffic congestion, while supporters said it will boost the city's reputation as a surfing destination and bring millions of dollars annually in tax revenue. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
- Oceanside City Councilman, Christopher Rodriguez made the surprise announcement that he will not run for a second term as Oceanside's District 2 city councilman. According to a recent San Diego Reader article, Rodriguez says the only way he would change his mind and run again is if Fire Chief Rick Robinson changes his mind and decides not to run. Robinson is retiring on July 29 and has announced he will run for the District 2 seat which covers the northeast quadrant of Oceanside. "When I heard that Rick was running, that was when I decided to pull out," says Rodriguez who says he thinks the fire chief is suited for the job. "I am endorsing Rick Robinson." The deadline to file for all city offices for the November election is August 12 at 4 p.m. Districts 1 and 2 are up for election. (San Diego Reader)
- San Diego Humane Society is waiving adoption fees for all animals through the end of July. The "Summer is Cooler with a Pet" promotion is for all adoptable bird species, livestock, dogs, cats, puppies, kittens and small pets. The nonprofit organization currently has more than 1,600 animals in its care. More than 600 pets are available for adoption. San Diego Humane Society is open for walk-in adoptions from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday at its campuses in El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside and San Diego. Visit sdhumane.org/adopt for more information. (San Diego Patch)
- The WHO has declared a public health emergency as monkeypox cases spread across the country, including in here in California. The California Department of Public Health reports that 434 cases have now been confirmed, including a toddler. The hardest hit counties are San Francisco with 159 cases and Los Angeles with 121, San Diego with 12 reported cases, according to CDPH data. Since the first case of monkeypox in the current outbreak was reported in mid-May, the number of people in the United States now infected with the highly contagious disease is around 3,500, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (San Diego Patch)
- A Murrieta man had his truck window broken Monday morning after allegedly being shot at as he drove on southbound I-15 near Rainbow, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The CHP responded to a road rage call around 5:50 a.m. south of Rainbow Valley Boulevard on southbound I-15, the agency reported. A 57-year-old Murrieta man said he was driving a blue Dodge Ram in the #3 lane when someone in a silver Mercedes CLK230C coupe fired a shot at him and sped off. The pickup driver "sustained minor injuries from broken glass," but he was not hit by gunfire, according to the CHP. (Patch)
Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:
- Wounded Warrior Project - Veterans Association of North County (5 p.m.)
- OHS Sports Physicals - Oceanside High (6 p.m.)
- The Vindys - First Oceanside Show (9 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Visit Oceanside: "Downtown O'side glows at sunset! 🌅✨ - Repost from @passenger.media - - - - - - - - - - - #letsgetoside #alldreamswelcome #osidebeatsinside #ventureoside #osideiscalling #visitoceanside #summer #sunset #sunsets #sunsetlovers #..." (Visit Oceanside via Instagram)
- Camp Pendleton Armed Services YMCA: "Check out our Operation Kid Comfort program! Through OKC children with deployed children can receive a personalized comfort quilt! Register here: bit.ly/3jb7RsZ" (Camp Pendleton Armed Services YMCA via Facebook)
- Oceanside Chamber: "New Member Monday! Welcome Field Brothers Construction to The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce! Field Brothers uses proven project management and pre-construction techniques to deliver complex projects reliability and predictably. Bas..." (Oceanside Chamber via Instagram)
- MCCS Camp Pendleton: "Give us your feedback by taking a quick survey if you have stayed at the Del Mar Beach Cottages or if you have shopped the San Mateo Marine Mart. ✔️ Take the survey here >>>>http://ms.spr.ly/6180jEHvo" (MCCS Camp Pendleton via Facebook)
- North Coastal Sheriff's Station - Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Rancho Santa Fe, San Diego County Sheriff's Department: "Graphic Designer - The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is looking for a graphic designer. Please apply if interested." (Nextdoor)
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- Kid's Two Day Farm Camp ($20 off!) (July 28)
- Attention LA! Experience the Metaverse IRL ⚡️@NFT Expoverse! 25% OFF TICKETS (July 29)
- Huge Garage Sale (July 30)
- Girl Scout Day at the Farm (50% off coupon) (July 30)
- Christmas in July Craft Fair - Fundraiser (July 30)
- Level up your summer plans with NFT Expoverse! 🚀 25% OFF TICKETS (July 30)
- Alabama's Country Music Comes to the Plateau (July 30)
- The Toga Party Band Live At Ebullition Brew Works & Live Music (July 30)
- Stand Up Comedy at The Merc Theater with JANN KARAM (July 30)
- You're invited to NFT Expoverse Los Angeles! 😎 25% OFF TICKETS (July 31)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!
— Lisa Frost
About me: I am the Community Publisher for the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Patch and love sharing all things Oceanside. It's a privilege to help locals and those visiting our incredible and diverse city stay informed about local news, people, and the stories that shape our community. Explore all that Patch has to offer Oceansider's:
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