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Bob Filner, a Democrat, is US Congressional representative for California’s 51st district – areas such as the Imperial County and southern regions of San Diego County. Filner taught history at San Diego State University and then served as President of the San Diego Board of Education, as well as the San Diego City Council. He was elected representative in 2007, and serves on the House of Representatives Veterans’ Affairs Committee.

Pension Reform: Filner opposed Prop B leading up to the primary election and until a few weeks after. Instead, he said the pension shortfall can be fixed by refinancing the current pension debt at a lower interest rate and reducing the annual payment over the next few years. Then, in July, he no longer touted the plan, saying he would work to implement Prop B, even though he doesn't believe it will save the city money.

Infrastructure: Filner publicly announced his plan to pay for city transportation and infrastructure projects using federal funding.

Education: Filner has released a multi-step plan for education reform that would better coordinate city services for children with the district's services.

Construction projects: Filner has floated the idea of public ownership of the Chargers to help pay for a new football stadium.

Job Creation: Filner's major idea for growing the local job economy is to turn San Diego's port into a "Global Maritime Center," and invest in more renewable energy projects.

Mayor Reveals Details about Balboa Park Centennial

Mayor Reveals Details about Balboa Park Centennial

Bold plans for the centennial celebration of Balboa Park were unveiled to great fanfare Tuesday by... Read »

Jun 18, 2013

Bacteria Sprayed to Eradicate Foul Bird Odor

Bacteria Sprayed to Eradicate Foul Bird Odor

After months of complaints and debate, the smell at one of San Diego's most popular tourist... Read »

Jun 18, 2013

Wall Street Eyebrows Raised Over Filner, Goldsmith Feud

Wall Street Eyebrows Raised Over Filner, Goldsmith Feud

At what point could the political brinksmanship between Mayor Bob Filner and City Attorney Jan... Read »

Jun 13, 2013

Feud Between Mayor, City Attorney Grows

The feud between San Diego Mayor Bob Filner and City Attorney Jan Goldsmith has garnered some... Watch »

Jun 13, 2013

Mayor Hires Smart Growth Expert As Planning Director

Mayor Hires Smart Growth Expert As Planning Director

Mayor Bob Filner announced today the hiring of planning expert Bill Fulton. Read »

Jun 11, 2013

Council to Consider Centrum Park Veto

Another political power play is brewing this afternoon at San Diego's City Watch »

Jun 11, 2013

Plaza de Panama Fate Still Uncertain

Plaza de Panama Fate Still Uncertain

With less than 22 months to go before all eyes turn to the historic space for its centennial bash, the cit... Read »

Jun 10, 2013

Parking Lot Removed in Plaza de Panama

Parking Lot Removed in Plaza de Panama

The fight over the parking lots in the Plaza de Panama at Balboa Park takes a new turn. Read »

Jun 10, 2013

Parking Lot Removed at Plaza de Panama

This new solution to the gridlock in the park comes from Mayor Bob Filner who describes it as a... Watch »

Jun 10, 2013

Crews Remove Plaza de Panama Parking Lot

This new solution to the gridlock in the park comes from Mayor Bob Filner who describes it as a... Watch »

Jun 10, 2013

City Attorney Jan Goldsmith Starts to Push Back

San Diego's mild-mannered city attorney Jan Goldsmith is starting to push back more assertively, in public... Watch »

Jun 8, 2013

SD Explained: San Diego Tourism Authority

NBC 7 anchor Catherine Garcia and Voice of San Diego's Scott Lewis explain the basics behind the... Watch »

Jun 6, 2013

Any Takers for Filner Recall?

Any Takers for Filner Recall?

Bob Filner's harshest critics have an open window to shorten his tenure as mayor. Read »

Jun 3, 2013

Bob Filner at Six Months in Office

Bob Filner is one-eighth of the way through his term as San Diego's mayor and it's a milestone that gives... Watch »

Jun 3, 2013

Mayor, TMD Cease Fire In Tourism Funding Spat

Mayor, TMD Cease Fire In Tourism Funding Spat

The latest flashpoint in the heated political and financial confrontation between Mayor Bob Filner... Read »

Jun 1, 2013

Tourism Marketing District Will Stay Open

San Diego Mayor Bob Filner accuses the hotel industry's Tourism Marketing District of "whining"... Watch »

May 31, 2013

Fact Check: Seal Camera

Voice of San Diego's Lisa Halverstadt talks about why Mayor Bob Filner wants the city to pay for... Watch »

May 31, 2013

San Diego Tourism Authority to Cease Operations

San Diego Tourism Authority to Cease Operations

Tourism Authority officials say they will close up shop effective Monday, June 3. Read »

May 31, 2013

No Big Splurges Expected From Labor Deal Savings

No Big Splurges Expected From Labor Deal Savings

People who live and pay property taxes in San Diego may have greater reason to be optimistic about... Read »

May 29, 2013

San Diego Strikes Historic Deal with Labor Unions

San Diego Strikes Historic Deal with Labor Unions

The mayor announced a long-awaited deal between the city and its 10,000 employees Read »

May 29, 2013

Smelly Seaside Community Undergoes Cleanup

Smelly Seaside Community Undergoes Cleanup

On Tuesday, workers will begin neutralizing the chemicals and organisms causing "the La... Read »

May 28, 2013

New Bike-Way Unveiled

New Bike-Way Unveiled

San Diego Mayor Bob Filner unveiled a new bike-way on Tuesday to improve bicycle safety along busy roads. Read »

May 28, 2013

Mayor Vows to Wipe Out La Jolla Bird Stench

Mayor Vows to Wipe Out La Jolla Bird Stench

La Jolla’s jagged coastline is renowned for its natural beauty. Unfortunately, with that beauty comes... Read »

May 25, 2013

City Worker Labor Talks Move Toward 5-Year Deal

City Worker Labor Talks Move Toward 5-Year Deal

After months of closed-door bargaining sessions, this week has brought significant progress... Read »

May 24, 2013

How to Spend $11M Surplus?

How to Spend $11M Surplus?

While everyone welcomes the windfall not everyone agrees with what's being done with it. Read »

May 23, 2013

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