City of La Mesa

The City of La Mesa joined Helix Charter High School’s Career Fair on Wednesday to help inspire the next generation of leaders. 🌟 We had representatives from the Climate Action Plan team, Public Works Engineering, and the La Mesa Police Department share their experiences and encourage students to think big about where their interests can take them. Empowering youth to see how they can impact their community is key to building a brighter future for La Mesa. ✨ Want to work with us? Check out our job openings: https://lnkd.in/gbvvM5xB

We successfully hosted our third annual Health & Wellness Fair for employees this week! 💙 From learning about local healthcare resources and financial wellness to exploring organic produce delivery, and chiropractic care, the fair was designed to support the whole person – mind, body, and well-being. When we invest in the health of our employees, we invest in the strength of our organization and the quality of service we provide to our community. Thank you to all of our partners and vendors who made the fair possible!

We’re proud to share that the City of La Mesa was honored with Gold Tier recognition at the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Diamond Awards! 🌟 The awards celebrate organizations across the region that are committed to supporting sustainable transportation. A special highlight: one of our very own Public Works employees was recognized for walking to work for more than 2,000 days 👏

We’re thrilled to share that the City of La Mesa has been nominated for a 2025 Momentum Award by Circulate San Diego! Our La Mesa E-Bike Incentive Program is up for the Innovation Award. The program offered rebates to help residents purchase e-bikes as a safe, affordable, and sustainable transportation option. We’re honored to be recognized alongside others working to make the region safer, healthier, and more connected. 🏷 Hilary Ego, Serena Lee

A summer heat wave will descend on San Diego this week. While the Climate Action Plan is great in addressing future impacts, it's important for jurisdictions to start creating solutions to adapt to the changing climate. The City of La Mesa is excited to be part of a regional grant led by The San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative to develop an Extreme Heat Action Plan and Cooling Solutions Toolkit that will benefit our local and neighboring communities. Check out the great news feature here! https://lnkd.in/ekscgdxt

We're looking for a Director of Finance! This role is responsible for delivering timely financial statements and budget reports, managing department operations, and working collaboratively with City departments, external agencies, and the La Mesa community. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/g_t_GuHZ Salary Range: $178,672 – $217,193 Annually

Our website just got a makeover! 💻✨ The updated site offers a modern look and improved navigation. In addition to these enhancements, the City has transitioned to a “.gov” domain, reinforcing our commitment to transparency, security, and service. Check it out at www.cityoflamesa.gov.

As part of Park and Recreation Month, we hosted a lunchtime dodgeball team‑building activity that brought plenty of friendly competition and laughter to the court. 🔴🤾 10 teams faced off, but in the end, it was the Public Works Streets Maintenance Division who claimed victory. Everyone – both players and spectators – had a blast cheering, dodging, and celebrating. The winning team took home a custom‑made wooden plaque, crafted from recycled wood pieces. Team‑building activities like this aren’t just about having fun – they help strengthen communication, encourage collaboration, and boost morale. Whether on the court or on the job, these connections help our teams work better together and foster a stronger, more supportive workplace culture. ♥

Exciting news! Today, our very own Environmental Sustainability Manager Hilary Ego was interviewed by Spectrum News 1 about the City of La Mesa’s role in a new regional project to tackle extreme heat as part of our Climate Action Plan. The City of La Mesa is one of three cities, along with the The City of San Diego and the City of Chula Vista, participating in a nearly $750,000 state-funded project led by the The San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative at University of San Diego, in partnership with UC San Diego. The grant will support the creation of a Heat Action Plan for each city, along with the development of a Regional Heat Vulnerability Index and Cooling Solutions Toolkit. These tools will guide long-term strategies across the San Diego region to help save lives as heatwaves become more frequent and severe.