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As the pandemic stretches on, we've learned that state measures such as staying at home and business closure regulations are effective, but have detrimental economic, social, and psychological impacts. Learn about City programs and resources that can help, and get a current snapshot of where we stand with the virus in our community.
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Police Chief Survey ~ Provide your input! |
After 36 years in law enforcement, Oceanside Police Chief McCoy announced his plans to retire. McCoy is the longest-serving Police Chief in the history of the department. The City developed a survey to gather input from the community. The survey is available in English and Spanish, and hard copies are available at various public counters throughout the City. The recruitment process for the Police Chief is on hold while the survey is conducted and results are analyzed. The results will help to inform the next steps in the recruitment process. Thank you for taking a few moments to provide your feedback by October 5. SURVEY
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Construction on Douglas Dr. / N. River Road |
Construction of the new Pure Water Oceanside and Recycled Water pipelines have begun in the area of North River Road and Douglas Drive, moving towards Douglas and Pala Road. Rolling lane closures will occur through December while the pipeline is constructed across the San Luis Rey River. Traffic delays may occur. A minimum of one lane will remain open in each direction and the contractor will remove temporary traffic control outside of working hours to open up the flow of traffic during high travel times. There will be a period of time where one lane on Douglas Dr. will be closed 24 hours/day while the pipeline river crossing is being constructed. Alternate travel routes may be preferred to avoid congestion. The pipeline will convey advanced treated water to injection wells for Pure Water Oceanside and expand the distribution of recycled water to a greater area of the City. Details and Map
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The General Election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. The San Diego County Registrar of Voters is mailing ballots on October 5 to all registered voters this year. Voters may also vote in person. To determine your Oceanside District, view a list of candidates, information on ballot measures, polling places, ballot drop off locations and more, please visit the City website: Election Information
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Measure X funded road work is occurring throughout the City. This week, slurry seal road work is taking place in Ocean Hills, Guajome South, North Valley, and Airport neighborhoods. Slurry seal jobs will be complete in November. More extensive overlay work is also taking place. See locations. Industry Street is undergoing a full-depth reclamation, whereby the existing roadway is pulverized and partially removed before replacement. Industry Street work should be completed by month's end. More information on road work. Measure X, passed by Oceanside voters in November 2018, raised the sales tax in Oceanside by one-half cent for a period of seven years. The revenue from the half-cent is dedicated to improve public safety, roads, infrastructure, and address homelessness. Measure X Information
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City Council meetings are occurring in a virtual manner during COVID-19 regulations. The next regular meeting dates are October 7 and October 21 at 5:00 p.m. Regular City Council meetings are also shown live on KOCT and replayed throughout the week. Check the agenda and minutes to read about the issues the City Council is addressing. Subscribe to receive meeting agendas and minutes via email here. Learn how to live stream and comment on agenda items during COVID-19 regulations here.
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Oceanside is getting back to business, and the City's Economic Development Division looks forward to helping more businesses open and expand. Learn about the latest businesses to open, what's being constructed around town, find business resources, and catch the latest blog on Bliss Tea & Treats:
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Beach Sand Replenishment / Retention |
The Oceanside Public Works Department initiated a feasibility study that seeks to develop a strategy to protect City beaches from the impacts of long-term shoreline erosion. A preliminary engineering evaluation and feasibility study is being developed to consider options for beach sand replenishment and/or retention devices to stabilize and enhance the beach widths in the City. The goal of the study is to identify a beach replenishment/retention strategy that is environmentally sensitive, financially feasible and has a reasonable chance of being approved through the regulatory permitting process. A well-attended virtual public workshop was held September 15, 2020 to review concepts and receive feedback. If you missed it, please review the presentation online:
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Temporary Closure of The Strand to Vehicles |
As part of the Beachfront Improvements Project, a two-block section of The Strand between Seagaze Drive and Pier View Way will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic for sewer line activities and concrete replacement. Pedestrian access will remain available. This will occur in the first week of October and is estimated to reopen in 6-8 weeks. The Beachfront Improvements Project is funded largely by a grant award of nearly $8 million from the State of California Natural Resources Agency. The project remodels the historic bathhouse building to serve as a new Police Department Substation. A new building will be constructed to include restrooms and inviting storefront areas. A new, wider staircase will be built with a landscaped viewing area. The existing sewer lift station is being reconstructed. Learn more about this exciting project: Video
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Street sweeping schedules are returning to normal with complete coverage after a period where we were replacing several retiring employees and training new sweepers. Staff is urging people to move cars that have been sitting idle, so that the sweeper can reach the curb. Trash and debris that cannot be reached pollutes creeks, rivers and ocean by being swept up by storm water. The resumption of street sweeping enforcement will be announced soon, but we encourage all to move cars for the sweeper regularly in the meantime. More
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Zero Waste Plan Public Workshops |
There will be two virtual workshops to discuss a variety of topics, including the City’s zero waste progress, along with an interactive discussion on future programs, regulatory impacts, service enhancement needs, and the impacts of litter. Please join us!
• Business Sustainability Workshop
Monday, October 5 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m
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• Public and Community Workshop
Tuesday, October 6 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Provide your input & register today!
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The Green Oceanside team oversees environmental services and programs including solid waste and recycling, water use efficiency, and watershed protection. Learn about zero waste workshops, water delivery, rain barrel installation & rebates in the Green Oceanside Update.
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Oceanside Public Library News |
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Do you have the City app? Download the free "My Oceanside" City app to instantly report issues you see around town. It's free at the
Apple or Andriod stores by simply searching for "My Oceanside."
The app automatically notes the location of the issue, and you can add a photo to help. Your report gets seamlessly routed to the correct department to handle, and you are notified upon completion. Click, done!
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Oceanside Arts & Culture |
The world-class Oceanside Museum of Art and the uniquely interesting California Surf Museum in downtown Oceanside have reopened! Find current exhibitions and other Arts & Culture events below.
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The North County Transit District will suspend all coastal rail line service between the Oceanside Transit Center and San Diego's Santa Fe Depot during the weekends of October 3-5 and 17-19, 2020 to allow for infrastructure improvements and maintenance work. Service suspension will begin each Saturday at 12 a.m. and remain in place until the following Monday at 5 a.m., enabling rail service to resume in time for the weekday morning commute. Details
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Oceanside Unified School District News |
Are you following Oceanside Unified School District on social media? Staying in touch with OUSD channels will keep you informed of programs, critical emergency communication, and the amazing things they are accomplishing together each day. Check out their new Instagram feed, OUSD en espanol Facebook, YouTube channel for important updates from the superintendent regarding virtual learning and reopening plans, Twitter, and Facebook.
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Vista Unified School District News |
To stay updated on Vista Unified School District's plan for safe return to school, please visit the VUSD website and view the latest school district Community Update.
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Early in the pandemic, the Oceanside City Council allocated funding for a COVID-19 Emergency Food Distribution Program. As one arm of the program, Neighborhood Services staff partnered with Botanical Community Development Initiatives (BCDI) for freshly grown produce for Oceanside residents suffering financial impacts. BCDI collaborated with over 30 local farmers to assemble 200 fresh produce boxes each week for Oceanside residents (pictured below). The boxes are distributed at the City’s Community Resource Centers. Resource Center Information
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