Opinion: Restore San Diego’s Lakes Through a Collaborative, Long-term Vision

Once upon a time, San Diego’s lakes were award-winning assets renowned for unparalleled fishing and boating. Tourism from competitive engagements and visits for families from across the world supported the lakes that reflected the outdoor-oriented activity that is embedded in San Diego’s culture. Today, those lakes are still here. They are still extraordinary city assets that support recreation, but the truth of the issue is that they are no longer the destinations they once were, and are not supported as such.