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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:
Great tour of the Port of San Diego earlier this week. I got to view their collective roles and responsibilities as well as challenges.  Focusing on the following key areas:
  1. Understanding the critical areas as a “strategic port”
  2. Various stakeholders around the bay
  3. The masterplanning process
  4. Port electrification initiatives
  5. Collaboration with the Navy
  6. President’s EO on Maritime Dominance and what that potentially means for San Diego

 

Port of San Diego

Thank you to our May Speaker Series Coffee Sponsor:

Wednesday,  May 21st
6:45-9:00 a.m.
The Bay View Club, MCRD

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REAL ID Requirement for Access to SDMAC events on military installations – Effective May 7, 2025
We have received guidance regarding base access requirements for non-authorized guests on military installations. Non-authorized guests are defined as those guests who do not hold active duty, retired military or CAC identification cards.
Beginning May 7, 2025, All visitors must present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an approved alternative form of identification (e.g., a U.S. passport) to gain access to the base.
Non-authorized guests who do not possess a REAL ID-compliant license or ID must present both: 
  • A valid, unexpired state-issued photo ID
    AND
  • One of the following secondary forms of identification that matches the name on the primary ID:
    • Original birth certificate with raised seal
    • Social Security card
    • If the name differs between documents, an official court document or marriage certificate must be provided to verify the name change.
We appreciate your attention to these guidelines and thank you for your cooperation in helping ensure a smooth and secure entry process for all visitors.

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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