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Ramona Air Attack Base Reopens with New Aircraft to Strengthen Wildfire Response
Headline: Ramona Air Attack Base Reopens with New Aircraft to Strengthen Wildfire Response
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: July 21, 2026
San Diego County Fire, CAL FIRE, County leaders and hundreds of community members gathered Monday at the Ramona Airport to celebrate the grand reopening of the Ramona Air Attack Base. The event highlighted airport improvements and the addition of new aircraft to protect communities across San Diego County. Read More…
Public-Sector Workers Report Retirement Readiness, but Gaps Remain
Headline: Public-Sector Workers Report Retirement Readiness, but Gaps Remain
Publication: PLANSPONSOR
Article Date: June 26, 2026
Public employees, many of whom still have defined benefit pension funds, report higher levels of retirement preparedness than their private-sector peers, because public workers have immediate access to a pension. However, Voya Financial Inc.’s recent report, “Beyond the Pension: What Really Drives Retirement Confidence for Public Employees,” found workers in the public sector lagging in knowledge, engagement and informed financial behavior. Read More…
More Affordable Homes Coming to North County
Headline: More Affordable Homes Coming to North County
Publication: Count News Center
Article Date: May 12, 2026
Construction is underway on Coast Villas, a new affordable housing community in Oceanside for older adults with low incomes. A groundbreaking ceremony was held today at 1111 S. Coast Highway to celebrate the start of the 56‑unit development. Coast Villas will provide homes for people ages 55 and older who earn 30 to 50 percent of the area median income. Fifteen apartments will be set aside for veterans experiencing homelessness, including 12 units for veterans with behavioral health needs. Read More…
New East County Behavioral Health Hub Expands 24/7 Crisis Care Access
Headline: New East County Behavioral Health Hub Expands 24/7 Crisis Care Access
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: April 20, 2026
The County and partners celebrated the ribbon cutting Monday [4/20] of the East Region Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) on Monday [4/20], marking a major milestone in expanding access to behavioral health services across the region. The new, 14,000-square foot facility in El Cajon is the first behavioral health hub of its kind in East County. When it opens its doors this summer, it will become the eighth CSU in the County’s growing network, ensuring that of the County’s six Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) regions now has a dedicated 24/7 crisis care facility. Read More…
County Employees Give Back: CECO Grants Nearly $109K to Local Causes
Headline: County Employees Give Back: CECO Grants Nearly $109K to Local Causes
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: April 14, 2026
The County Employees’ Charitable Organization (CECO) awarded $108,940 to 87 community programs and the CECO Employee Crisis Fund during its annual awards ceremony Friday at the North Inland Live Well Center in Escondido. This year’s grant recipients represent a wide range of local nonprofits, including health clinics, homeless service providers, youth and after‑school programs, and other organizations serving San Diego County residents. Read More…