San Diego Military Advisory Council
Advocate. Inform. Connect.
Since 2004, SDMAC has supported our local military community by advancing the partnership and communication between the military, elected officials, and the business community while serving as a strong advocate for those who serve and their families.
From the Desk of the CEO
On 23 Oct, I visited Naval Base San Diego with their Skipper, CAPT Bob Heely. I was amazed at the number of ships that were in port that are actually getting repairs and upgrades – it was more like a Shipyard! Lots of great improvements with expansions, repairs and power upgrades.
Skipper Heely and his team are working hard at thinking creatively to address challenges like the “last tactical mile” – getting Sailors to and from their Ships as well as the challenging traffic issues. He’s created a great relationship with the community – National City and SANDAG to find collaborative solutions. All that and an open house on Nov 2 – MEET THE FLEET! Meet The Fleet at 32nd Street – Fleet Week San Diego 2024
SDMAC December Breakfast
Please join us as we partner with the United States Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots Campaign. To participate, please bring any new, unopened, unwrapped toy.
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The Military’s Impact in San Diego County
>110,000
activity-duty service members are stationed in San Diego
1 out of 6
active-duty Sailors are stationed in San Diego
1 out of 4
active-duty Marines are stationed in San Diego
198,000
veterans call San Diego home
$64.2B
is the economic impact of military in San Diego
373,519
defense related jobs locally
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