Milan Kovacevic
The money is finally coming in — six years after a majority of San Diego voters approved an increase to the hotel room tax. It was billed as a way to expand the Convention Center, fund road repair and support homeless services. But it doesn't look like a new Convention Center will be coming anytime soon.
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First, we discuss the economic outlook for San Diego County in this new year. Then, new enrollments for Covered California are down. And, we bring you details from the All Peoples Celebration that recognized local leaders in the community. Also, we tell you about a new book that explores a late musician’s visual art. Finally, we bring you a preview of the Jewish Film Festival.
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