City of Solana Beach

WEEKLY UPDATE

September 14, 2023

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

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Community News

Solana Beach Marine Safety’s Pink Patch Project

The Solana Beach Marine Safety Department will proudly wear pink patches on their regular duty uniforms for the entire month of October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. These distinctive pink patches have been uniquely designed for their involvement in the Pink Patch Project. The Pink Patch Project is a collaborative campaign involving numerous public safety agencies across the nation. This vital project not only raises awareness but also actively contributes to breast cancer research. To show your support, you can purchase these pink patches and wear them throughout October, with all proceeds from patch sales benefiting the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Annual Coastal Cleanup Day

Volunteer for San Diego County's largest single-day environmental cleanup event! Join I Love A Clean San Diego on Saturday, September 23^rd, for the Annual Coastal Cleanup Day. Together, let's protect our oceans from litter and debris. San Diego's Coastal Cleanup Day is a significant part of the International Coastal Cleanup, led by The Ocean Conservancy and coordinated statewide by the California Coastal Commission. I Love A Clean San Diego has been the official organizer of Coastal Cleanup Day in San Diego County since its inception in 1985. Register today and contribute to preserving the oceans we cherish, turning every piece of collected trash into a step toward a cleaner environment.

You Are Not Alone (YANA)

The You Are Not Alone (YANA) program, offered by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, provides companionship and security to elderly, disabled, and shut-in residents. This free service ensures that those who live within the department's jurisdiction and have limited social support can receive regular check-ins and assistance during emergencies. The YANA program has a successful history of saving lives by promptly responding to medical crises and accidents involving elderly individuals living alone. Residents can easily enroll in the program by contacting their local Sheriff station, with all personal information kept confidential.

City Hall Gallery Call for Artists

Attention artists! The City of Solana Beach and the Public Arts Commission invite you to submit proposals for the 2024 City Hall Gallery exhibitions. We're on the lookout for captivating individual or group art and educational exhibitions to be featured throughout the year. With six exhibitions planned, each spanning 8 weeks, here's your opportunity to make a lasting impression on the vibrant Solana Beach art scene. Don't miss the chance as the deadline to apply is Tuesday, October 31^st. For inquiries and to schedule a gallery tour, please click on the Learn More link below.

New City Hall Gallery Exhibition: Wild Legacies

Join us for an unforgettable evening of art and conservation at Solana Beach's newest City Hall Gallery Exhibition, featuring "Wild Legacies" by renowned wildlife photographer and award-winning novelist, Betty Byrd. Immerse yourself in Betty's captivating photographs that celebrate the beauty and soulfulness of our planet's most vulnerable and endangered animals. The special reception will take place on Saturday, September 30^th, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, with a portion of the proceeds supporting vital conservation organizations. Don't miss this chance to be inspired and give a voice to the voiceless through Betty Byrd's lens.

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

Next Regular Meeting

September 27^th at 6:00 PM

Upcoming Regular Meetings

October 11, 2023

October 25, 2023

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