C i t y   o f   S o l a n a   B e a c h

WEEKLY UPDATE

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The City of Solana Beach recognizes the value of an informed citizenry. In an effort to better inform the public about current activities and issues, the City has established this weekly City Update. The Weekly Update will be sent out every Wednesday and will serve as a "newsletter" that aims to keep the community up to date on City news, programs, events, services and announcements.

The following is provided as an update regarding City news, programs, and services.

It has officially been one month since the City launched our new and greatly improved website! In addition to a sleek design, the website includes significant technological and usability upgrades that make it very user-friendly. Navigating the City’s website is now much easier with the improved search functions and cleaner internal pages.

We do ask for your patience during the first few months of the transition, as we do expect some minor glitches that are common with a website revamp. Staff will continue to make upgrades after launch so please let us know if you notice anything that needs attention. We hope you like the new website as much as we do!

Public Art Piece "Pinion" Restoration

After nine years, the adored public art piece Pinion has been taken down. But nothing to worry about, the piece will safely return to its original location at the corner of N. Cedros Avenue and E. Cliff Street, after it has been cleaned and restored!

Since its arrival in 2013, the community's response to the Pinion has been overwhelmingly positive which led City Council to approve the purchase of the piece at the October 13, 2021 meeting. City Council has also directed Staff to design a new permanent base for the Pinion and aesthetic improvements to the area surrounding the art pad. 

The sculptor, Jon Koehler, has generously offered to refurbish the 20-foot kinetic stainless steel sculpture back to its original condition and further enhance the piece with a more permanent protection.

Clean Energy Alliance Seeking Applicants  for Community Advisory Committee

Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) has formed a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) to advise CEA’s Board of Directors, as directed. The CAC provides feedback on CEA programs and implementation, acts as a liaison between the Board and the community and serves as a forum for community input.

The CAC membership consists of two appointees from each CEA member agency and one Board Alternate. In the inaugural year, one appointee seat from each member agency will serve a two-year term.

Applications for the CAC are being accepted through July 31, 2022 for the City of Solana Beach (one vacancy for term through 2023).

Transit Ridership Survey

North County Transit District (NCTD) is working with Circulate San Diego to conduct a survey to evaluate existing NCTD services (BREEZE, COASTER, FLEX/LIFT, and SPRINTER) to improve it for the future. 

The survey is intended for anyone who lives, works, or otherwise visits the North County region and has been designed for transit users. A shorter version is available for those who currently do not use transit but could potentially be encouraged to try it. 

Traffic Advisory

Del Mar Races Opening Day

Friday, July 22, 2022

There's race day... and then there's Opening Day. Celebrating Del Mar's opening day is a local tradition in the greater San Diego area with big crowds taking in world-class racing while showcasing their famous opening day hats.

All available tickets for Del Mar's opening day program are sold out. Expect traffic delays on Via de la Valle and local cross streets so please plan accordingly. 

On Friday, July 22^nd, the parking gates will open at 10:00 AM, with the entry gates opening at 11:30 AM and the first race starting at 2:00 PM. 

The Solana Beach Triathlon and Duathlon returns to Solana Beach and is set for this Sunday, July 24, 2022. This community event is expecting 900 participants with an additional 200 spectators. Road closures for the event are as follows:

Saturday, July 23, 2022 Road Closures for Pre-Race Expo:

• South Acacia Street, from Plaza Street to Dead End, at 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday, July 24, 2022 Road Closures for Triathlon:

• South Acacia Street, from Plaza Street to Dead End, at 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Hwy 101 (northbound), from Via De La Valle to Las Olas, at 6:45 AM - 10:00 AM
• Hwy 101 (southbound), from Lomas Santa Fe to Via De La Valle, at 6:30 AM - 10:30 Am
• Lomas Santa Fe, from Cedros Ave to Hwy 101, at 5:00 AM - 10:30 AM
• Plaza Street, from South Sierra Ave to Hwy 101, at 5:00 AM - 10:30 AM

On behalf of the athletes and organizers of the event, we appreciate your consideration and patience. For additional questions, please contact Koz Events at (619) 517-6270.

Be advised that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the spread of the Omicron BA.5 variant, all public meetings will be held virtually through mid-August with no in-person attendance. All meetings are also subject to cancellation. Please refer to the City’s website for updates on whether meetings will be held virtually or in person.

Cancelled Meetings for Summer Break

Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Next Scheduled City Council Meeting

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Climate Action Commission

Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

Public Arts Commission

Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Virtual Meeting via Zoom

For meeting zoom link, directions on submitting public comment, or more detail please view the meeting's posted agenda on the Public Meetings webpage.

VACANY:   One Member - Public Arts Commission

TERM:   Completed term will expire January 2023

RESPONSIBILITIES:   Reviewing certain matters regarding community art opportunities and conducting certain City events.

REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE:   4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:   At least 18 years old & Resident of the City

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Tuesday, August 24, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Call for Artist: Utility Box Wrap Program

The City and its Public Arts Commission are seeking artists to propose conceptualized art designs to wrap utility boxes around the city. The program aims to wrap seven (7) utility and traffic signal boxes with artistic designs at six (6) locations throughout our community. If chosen, the artist will receive a $450 stipend for each selected design. The deadline to submit a proposal is Monday, August 15 at 5:00 PM.

Concerts at the Cove

Held every Thursday night from July 15^th - August 26^th , from 6:00 - 7:45 PM

Age-Friendly Solana Beach Listening Sessions

City Hall Gallery Exhibit: Natural Wonders

Come and explore the “Natural Wonders” of our world in an art exhibition now showing at the City Hall Art Gallery. View eight wildly different artists who display their masterworks in painting, art on silk, weaving, sculpture, jewelry, wood marquetry, ceramics, and photography. All are celebrating the wonders of the natural world. This group exhibit will be displayed until July 30^th and features the work of artists: Tina Christiansen, Mac Hillenbrand, Teresa Espaniola, Beatta Berman-Kalajian, Greg Kalajian, Dearing English, Deb Avery, Sandra Segovia and Doug St. Dennis. 

The City Hall Gallery is located within the Solana Beach City Hall at 635 S. Highway 101.