Understanding Green Bike Lanes | |
Have you noticed the green bike lanes and wondered what they are there for? The purpose of these lanes is to enhance road safety! Green paint is strategically added to areas where motorists and cyclists frequently intersect, boosting awareness and safety for all road users. The green paint doesn't change the rules of the road, but can serve as a guide for both drivers and cyclists, ensuring they're in the correct positions at intersections. | | |
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Pay close attention to the dashed green lanes at right turns, like those near the freeway on-ramps on Lomas Santa Fe Drive. These markings indicate that cyclists have the right of way, requiring drivers to yield to cyclists before merging all the way into the marked area to make a proper right turn. This helps prevent dangerous collisions, such as the dreaded "right hook" scenario where a car turns in front of a cyclist. | |
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Drivers should not cross solid green bike lanes marked with solid white lines. These lanes provide a designated area for cyclists, ensuring a safe distance between drivers and cyclists.
By understanding and respecting these green markings, both motorists and cyclists contribute to a safer, more harmonious shared road environment in Solana Beach.
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Solana Beach Civic & Historical Society Scholarships | | |
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The Solana Beach Civic & Historical Society knows education can be expensive and is awarding three scholarships of $3,000 to assist Solana Beach students in financing their college, graduate school, or technical school tuition. This scholarship is for students who live in Solana Beach, and will be attending a four-year college, a community college, or a technical school. The scholarships will be given based on the community service, grade point average and financial need of the applicant. Application deadline is April 30, 2024. | |
San Diego County Fair Street Banner Photoshoot | |
The registration deadline to participate in the San Diego County Fair’s 2024 Street Banner photoshoot in this Monday, February 26th, at 5:30 PM! This is fun opportunity for residents to be featured on select street banners across town. The theme for 2024 is "Let’s Go Retro", so dig out your poodle skirts, parachute pants, and shoulder pads, and join the fun! Participation is free, and you can keep your banner at no cost after the Fair. The photoshoot will be on Wednesday, February 28th, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the La Colonia Community Center. | |
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Coffee with the Community | | |
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You're invited to another Coffee with the Community hosted by the North Coastal Sheriff's Department on Thursday, February 29th, from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM. This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with our station's command staff, deputies, Crime Prevention Specialists, and Senior Volunteers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Join us for free coffee and meaningful conversation at the Starbucks located within the Solana Beach Towne Center (West of the I-5). Let's come together to strengthen our community and foster open communication. | |
AMR's "First On The Scene" Class | |
Acquire vital life-saving skills at AMR's "First on the Scene" class held next Saturday, March 2nd, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at the Encinitas Community Center. During this class, you'll have the opportunity to learn and practice essential life-saving skills at absolutely no cost. This special program has been developed by the International Association of Fire Chiefs and will be administered by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). It's open to participants 14 years of age and up. Space is limited, so make sure to secure your spot by registering before the event. Don't miss this chance to equip yourself with life-saving skills that can make a difference. | |
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Come join the City of Solana Beach Team and discover how you can make a difference. The City is currently recruiting for the following positions: | Visit the City’s Career Page to learn more and to submit your online application! | |
City Council meetings are held in-person in the Council Chambers at City Hall. All meetings are also subject to cancellation. Please refer to the City's Public Meetings page for updates, meeting schedules, directions on submitting a public comment, or for more information | |
City Council Meetings
February City Council Meetings
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
March City Council Meetings
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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