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Looking Forward: El Cajon’s Bright Future Are you excited about what’s on the horizon for El Cajon? I am! We all have moments where we become our toughest critics, but when it comes to El Cajon, there’s much to be proud of. Like any city, we face our share of challenges, yet what sets us apart is how we address these hurdles—with innovation, collaboration, and a forward-thinking spirit. One group that shares this optimism is the development community. The amount of private investment flowing into El Cajon is nothing short of remarkable. Take a look around, and you’ll see the evidence of our City’s growth everywhere. From the new Dutch Bros. coffee shop on Second Street to the long-anticipated 132-townhome project on Main Street, transforming a site that has been vacant for over thirty years, to the state-of-the-art Hyundai El Cajon on the Rise
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dealership at 1155 Graves Avenue, and the impressive GKN complex at the intersection of Cuyamaca Street and Weld Boulevard—El Cajon is on the rise. These projects represent just a snapshot of the development happening across our city. For a comprehensive list, visit our “development story map” at www.elcajon.gov/CurrentDevelopment, where you can explore the many exciting projects near you. Our community’s strength was also on full display during the City’s recent town halls. Held this past June, these sessions focused on the City’s budget and the upcoming ballot measure— Measure J (details on pages 2-5). The energy and enthusiasm from residents and business owners attending were truly inspiring. El Cajon is blessed with a community that cares deeply In this edition of My El Cajon, we delve into several key topics that matter to our community. As mentioned, you’ll find an article on Measure J, providing background on the measure, its importance, and the potential impact on essential City services—especially public safety—if the measure’s funding is lost. You’ll also discover why El Cajon receives less property tax revenue compared to neighboring cities, meet the dedicated men and women of the El Cajon Police Department, while learning about the success of our recent National Night Out event. Additionally, we’ll remind you of the importance of preparing for the upcoming fire season and much more. and is invested in the future of our city. Inside This Issue of My El Cajon As you flip through these pages, I encourage you to share your thoughts on El Cajon. Your feedback is invaluable as we continue to strive for a community where everyone can live, work, and thrive. Don’t hesitate to reach out by phone at (619) 441-1718 or via email at gmitchell@ elcajon.gov. Let’s work together to make El Cajon an even better place for all.
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