Councilmember Brian Maienschein just confirmed with me he will run for SD city attorney.  This after a rumor that he was introduced as a candidate at a Rancho Bernardo Chamber of Commerce mixer last night.

"I have been encouraged for awhile to run and I will be doing so," Maienschein said, "The important thing is to beat Mike Aguirre.  I think I have a good chance."

He further indicated that a formal announcement is planned in the next two weeks.

I'll leave any analysis for later.  As a recap, however, Deputy D.A. Bill Gentry dropped out of the race earlier in the week, opting to endorse Judge Jan Goldsmith.  Goldsmith has been endorsed by the County Republican Party.  Former SD Unified Schools Superintendent Alan Bersin is still analyzing his chances.