La Mesa's free 11th annual Holiday in the Village is December 12, noon–9 p.m., with more than 100 vendors, Santa, ice skating, an elf hunt and children's shopping.
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La Mesa police say they are reviewing how outside agencies access data from the city's 20 license plate cameras, after reporting documented more than 3 million network queries over seven months.
A meeting recording summary reports La Mesa Council approved its amended 2026–27 budget, directed an update to its Bicycle Master Plan, and recognized Mayor Mark Arapostathis at his final meeting.
La Mesa's November 13–14 community guide: Village Farmers Market, a chance to shape Waite Drive park, Park Appreciation Day and the free tree giveaway.
La Mesa Police and the Chamber of Commerce are collecting new, unopened toys through December 1 for local military families. Donations go to 8085 University Avenue.
