ABOUT THE
EAST VILLAGE ASSOCIATION
East Village is San Diego’s largest downtown neighborhood encompassing 130 blocks, between Seventh Avenue to 17th Street. More than 700 businesses are located in the thriving urban enclave; including restaurants, hotels, art galleries, and PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres. The San Diego Central Library, which opened Summer 2013, is in East Village.
Several educational institutions are in East Village including New School of Architecture and Design, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, and San Diego City College, and the newly built UCSD Extension Center. The East Village community has a population of nearly 40,000 (and growing), with most residents living in mid-rise or luxury condominiums and lofts. Continuing urban development and the steady growth of new businesses draws locals from neighboring downtown areas, and elsewhere in San Diego County to this diverse and vibrant community with a unique mix of arts, culture, education, and entertainment. The East Village Association, Inc. (EVA) is a nonprofit corporation 501c3 that manages the East Village Business Improvement District.
MISSION
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STATEMENT
The mission of the East Village Association is to support and promote East Village businesses by establishing our community as San Diego’s livable urban village.
VISION
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STATEMENT
East Village will be recognized as San Diego’s vibrant, diverse, urban community where residents and the entrepreneurial spirit thrive.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Robyn Spencer
Secretary
staff
Marco Li Mandri
Executive Director
Shirley Zawadzki
Financial & Project Manager
Dianne Serna de Leon
Office Manager
Dominic Li Mandri
District Manager
Rosie DeLuca
Asst. Financial Manager
Monica Montes
Administrative Support Manager
Ethan Olsen
Asst. District Manager
Christopher Gomez
Brand & Communications Manager
Committees
FINANCE
This committee meets on an as-needed basis, and is designed to review the draft budget, to review audit/tax forms, and other monetary review activities as needed. This committee supports financial stability and gov't compliance.
COMMUNITY
RELATIONS
Designed to collaborate with government and community groups to reduce homelessness, to improve downtown’s appearance and enhance public safety, and to support and promote sustainable green practices.
PARKING AND TRANSIT
Designed to plan, implement, and encourage smart growth transportation initiatives to include smart parking configuration, walkability, bicycle programs, neighborhood accessibility, and future transportation initiatives.
PLACEMAKING
Designed to promote neighborhood beautification projects through physical upgrades intended to enhance and activate the East Village neighborhood including Public Art, lighting, and community gathering installations.
MARKETING &
SPECIAL EVENTS
Designed to plan special events and create marketing strategy for the East Village, to benefit the businesses, create a positive community environment, and encourage tourism.
PRE-DESIGN
This committee meets on an as-needed basis, in conjunction with the East Village Residents Group (EVRG), and is designed to provide pre-design reviews for future developments in East Village.