🌱 Oceanside Transit Center Redevelop Plans + Pedestrian Hit & Killed

Hello all. I'm here with your Tuesday edition of the Oceanside-Camp Pendleton Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally.Keep scrolling for the scoop...

First, today's weather:

Turning sunny; humid. High: 79 Low: 67.

📢 Oceanside Harbor Days is coming Sep 17-18, 2022! Two event-filled days of sun, sand, and surf to experience fun activities such as a kid's costume party at Capt’n Junebug’s Kids Zone where they'll meet local pirates and mermaids. Other activities include Arts, Crafts and Food booth areas, Military, Public Safety displays, live music (The Spell Band), a beer & wine garden and more! Harbor Days is free to the public. MORE INFO

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

1. A pedestrian was hit and killed by a pickup truck in North County on Monday, authorities said. The man was crossing the street on Encinitas Boulevard when the vehicle struck him shortly before 6 a.m., according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. The 79-year-old man, whose name was not immediately available, died at the scene, sheriff's Sgt. Rob Siegfried said. The driver of the truck was not injured. (Patch)
2. The plans to redevelop the Oceanside Transit Center for affordable housing have been revised. The preliminary plans to redevelop the 10.2-acre project with a large hotel, hundreds of apartments, retail stores and offices have been submitted to the Oceanside Planning Department. Toll Brothers, Inc., filed its application with the city on Aug. 30 for permits and other entitlements needed to build the mixed-use project on the South Tremont Street property owned by North County Transit District, said Robert Dmohowski, the city’s project manager. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
3. The Oceanside Yacht Club Youth Foundation sponsored a trip to the Marine Institute in Dana Point last month to provide maritime activities for youth. The group included Oceanside Yacht Club Juniors, parents, grandparents, friends and neighbors. OYCYF Director and OYC Jr. Director Ron Dreyer and OYCYF Secretary Linda Loftis accompanied the group. “They all had a fabulous time!” said OYCYF President Michael Cobas. (The Log)
4. Halloween Haunted Houses 2022: Guide to ghoulish best in San Diego County. Ready for the annual scare season? As Halloween nears, bone-chilling options abound at haunted houses throughout the San Diego region and nearby. Peruse the list of amusement-park extravaganzas and local fear-fests. Several open in mid-September or early October and tickets to many are on sale. And to all haunt fans, have a frighteningly good time, from Patch! (Patch)
5. The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose Monday for the 10th consecutive day after dropping 76 times in the previous 79 days, increasing a half cent to $5.348. The average price has increased 12.6 cents over the past 10 days, including 1.3 cents Sunday, according to figures from the AAA and the Oil Price Information Service. It is 9.7 cents more than one week ago and 99.8 cents higher than one year ago, but 1.8 cents less than one month ago. The average price is $1.025 less than the record $6.373 set June 15. It dropped $1.151 in the 79-day run of deceasing prices that began after the average price rose to a record high. (Patch)

Today in Oceanside-Camp Pendleton:

• Military Spouse Assoc. Board Meeting (9:30 a.m.)
• Newcomers Board Meeting - Veterans Association of North County (10 a.m.)
• Second Tuesday Coffee - Oceanside Chamber of Commerce (10 a.m.)
• Girls V Tennis v. Carlsbad - Oceanside High (4 p.m.)
• Girls V Golf v. San Dieguito @ Home - Oceanside High (4:30 p.m.)
• Events Committee - North San Diego County NAACP (5:30 p.m.)
• BUSD Regular Board Meeting (Events) - Bonsall Unified (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Visit Oceanside: "Ready to watch SUPER GIRLS in action?⚡🏄‍♀️ This weekend (Sept 16-18), Oceanside is proud to host @supergirlpro! This competition is the only all-women’s action sports and lifestyle series in the world and we can't wait." (Visit Oceanside via Instagram)
• Oceanside Chamber of Commerce: "Harbor Days is five Days Away! Harbor Days is full of fun, sun and numerous activities for the whole family! Be sure to stop by for one of the Public Safety Demonstrations. Visit our website to see the full event schedule: https://www.ocea..." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Mission Meadows Elementary PTA: "The first PTA Association meeting is this Wed, Sept. 14. WE WELCOME YOUR VOICE! 👋🐴🥰🍕 Your PTA will be hosting the 1st PTA Association Meeting and Pizza Meet and Greet of the year is Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 5:30 - 6:30 p.m." (Mission Meadows Elementary PTA via Facebook)
• Oceanside Historical Society: "Don't miss your chance to purchase The History of Oceanside! Once they're gone, they'll be history! With the holidays approaching this beautiful book will make a great gift! All proceeds go directly to the Oceanside Historical Society!" (Oceanside Historical Society via Facebook)
• Oceanside Chamber of Commerce: "SDG&E recognizes this is still a challenging time for many customers. Even if you have never qualified for assistance before, you may be eligible now." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• Oceanside Chamber of Commerce: "New Member! Welcome Oceanside Ace Hardware to The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce! They are one of 5,000+ Ace stores locally owned and operated across the globe. But they are not just about numbers. They are about helping neighbors." (Oceanside Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Events:

• Five Smart Strategies to live with Inflation Webinar (September 21)
• Cowboy Jubilee on the Santa Rosa Plateau (September 24)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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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