Annual Planning Group Training - May 27, 2026

The City of San Diego held its Annual Planning Group Training on May 27, 2026, providing an overview of council policy 600-24, which governs the roles, responsibilities, and procedures for recognized community planning groups. The training covered the city planning department's work program, the development services review process, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Key procurement-related discussions included the advisory role of planning groups in reviewing discretionary development projects, submitting recommendations to the city, and their involvement in capital improvement project (CIP) infrastructure needs identification. The training emphasized the importance of community engagement, equity, and inclusion in planning processes. Development services staff explained the permit process, including ministerial and discretionary permits, public hearing levels, and appeal procedures. The session also addressed procedural compliance, voting member eligibility, and record-keeping requirements. No direct contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but the meeting highlighted the planning groups' advisory influence on development projects and infrastructure planning, which could impact future procurement and capital projects.