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City of Solana Beach
WEEKLY UPDATE
October 5, 2024
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To help keep the community informed about important topics discussed at City Council meetings, we’ve introduced a new “City Council News” section. This will highlight key upcoming items, provide brief summaries of actions taken after each meeting, and include links to recorded hearings on the City’s website. While not every item will be covered, we will focus on those most relevant and important for community awareness.
The next regular City Council meeting is Wednesday, October 9th at 6:00 PM, in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 635 S. Highway 101, Solana Beach. 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.
October 9, 2024 Agenda:
- A.3. Purchase of Air Purifiers for South Bay Coastal Communities
- C.1. Climate Action Plan Update
- C.2. City Council Monthly Compensation Consideration (1st Reading)
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The Fall Sustainable Recycling Day is TODAY!
Free Drop-Off at La Colonia Park & Curbside Pick-Up!
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Today is the annual Fall Sustainable Recycling Day (formerly known as Bulky-Item Cleanup Day). We’re are excited to see everyone at the onsite event today, October 5th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the La Colonia Park parking lot. Drop off unwanted bulky items and electronic waste, pick up self-loading mulch, and shred personal documents with certified shredding trucks. New this year, Goodwill will be on-site accepting donations of reusable items. Let’s work together to stay sustainable and come recycle with us! | |
Campaign Sign Guidelines for Election Season | | |
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As election season is upon us, residents and property owners are reminded to follow guidelines for posting campaign signs. Signs may not be placed in the City’s right of way, including streets, sidewalks, bike lanes, or other public spaces, and must not block sightlines or create safety hazards. Beaches, bluffs, wetlands, and city-owned properties, like parks, are off-limits. Additionally, signs cannot be affixed to utility poles, streetlights, trees, or traffic signposts. In residential zones, temporary signs must not exceed 5 square feet. Please respect others and do not remove signs from private property without property owner authorization (it is illegal to do so), and remember to remove all campaign signs within 10 days after the election. Get out and vote on Tuesday, November 5th! | |
Annual Citywide Street Repair Project has Begun! | | |
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The City’s Annual Pavement Rehabilitation Project is currently underway! This year’s work includes pavement resurfacing, replacing deteriorated cross gutters and sidewalks, upgrading pedestrian ramps to current standards, localized pavement repairs, repainting faded traffic striping, and replacing damaged sidewalks throughout the City. The cross gutter replacements are completed and concrete repairs are still in progress. Asphalt repairs and resurfacing are scheduled to begin next Monday, October 14th. A map of all repair areas can be found here. Please exercise caution and stay alert for construction traffic and detour signs when traveling through these areas. Electronic message boards will be placed to provide updates throughout the project. | |
Highlights From Coastal Cleanup Day | |
The City hosted a Coastal Cleanup Day site at Fletcher Cove Beach on Saturday, September 21st. A big thank you to all the volunteers who joined us early Saturday morning and helped collect over 30 pounds of litter from the beach! In total, 27.8 pounds of trash and 3 pounds of recycling were collected. The most common item found was nails (over 300 collected), which were left behind in the sand from bonfires. The second most common pieces of litter were small plastic fragments and food wrappers, with 139 pieces collected.
As a reminder, burning pallets or any wood containing nails, screws, bolts, or other hardware is strictly prohibited, as is disposing of burnt materials in the sand (pack-in, pack-out policy applies). All beach fires must be contained in City-approved fire devices with a solid metal bottom and sides to fully enclose the fire and burnt material. This helps prevent nails and other debris from posing a safety hazard to our community and wildlife.
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October has arrived, and the City is coming alive with exciting events to welcome the fall season! From the vibrant Día de los Muertos festivities to the Fire Department Open House, there are plenty of fun, family-friendly activities to enjoy as the temperatures drop. Don’t miss out on all the fun—check out what's happening this month and join us in celebrating the magic of fall! | |
Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive | | |
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During the month of October, the City of Solana Beach is excited to partner, once again, with the North County Food Bank for their Scare Away Hunger Peanut Butter Drive. Why Peanut Butter? For families or individuals facing hunger, it’s not just about filling plates—it’s about providing nutritious, protein-rich food that fuels growing children and provides a healthy, sustaining source of energy to get you through the day. Peanut butter is not only packed with protein, but it’s also shelf-stable, kid-friendly, and versatile—just one jar can make over 12 sandwiches. Help us provide nutritious food to families and individuals in need with your donation of unopened peanut butter jars. You can either drop off donations at City Hall or contribute securely online through the Virtual Food Drive platform. | |
Monthly Bilingual Games Day | | |
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Join us for another exciting Bilingual Games Day this Thursday, October 10th. This monthly community event is held every second Thursday of the month from 12:00-2:00 PM at La Colonia Community Center. Come enjoy a variety of games, including Lotería, Scrabble, Dominoes, Uno, American Mahjongg, and Corn Hole. Join us for this monthly series created to add fun and foster connections throughout the community. Bring a friend and help spread the word! | |
Annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration | | |
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Save the date for the annual Solana Beach Día de los Muertos – "Day of the Dead" on Saturday, October 19th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at La Colonia Park. This year, we honor the pioneering women (las mujeres pioneras) of La Colonia de Eden Gardens, celebrating their remarkable contributions and sharing the rich history of these trailblazers who shaped our community. This free, family-friendly event offers a variety of cultural experiences for all ages. The highlight will be over 40 beautiful altars, each honoring the memories of family and friends who have passed. We encourage everyone to bike or carpool, as parking is limited. Don’t miss this meaningful celebration! | |
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Solana Beach Schools Foundation
Annual Halloween Carnival
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Mark your calendars for Solana Vista and Skyline's 67th Annual Halloween Carnival on Sunday, October 27th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Solana Vista Elementary School! Everyone in the community is welcome and encouraged to join, even if you don’t have children at either school. The event features a haunted house, games, inflatables, raffles, pony rides, petting zoo, a costume contest, and food from community partners, as well as other delicious treats. The Halloween Carnival is the largest fundraiser of the year for both schools and plays an important role in enriching our community and supporting our awesome schools. | |
Solana Beach Senior Center Activities | |
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The Solana Beach Community Senior Center's mission is to provide excellent resources, foster meaningful relationships, and offers fulfilling growth opportunities for aging well. Open to everyone, the Senior Center welcomes participants from both within and outside Solana Beach. Each week, the Senior Center offer a variety of programs, activities, and services, including classes, discussion groups, games, entertainment, and a delicious Wednesday lunch program.
Here’s what’s coming up next week:
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Feeling Fit Club (Mondays & Wednesdays at 8:30 AM): Get moving from home with this free, one-hour fitness class on Zoom. It’s a great way to stay active and feel energized!
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Wednesday Program & Lunch (Wednesday, October 9th at 11:30 AM): October 9: Professionally trained musician, Daniel Newheiser performs all your favorite tunes. Menu: Mediterranean Grill.
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Fun and Games Club (Wednesdays at 9:30 AM): Keep your mind sharp with a variety of fun games or get creative with knitting and crochet. Make friends while you play or create!
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Silver Age Yoga (Fridays at 11:00 AM): This free chair-based yoga class is designed for seniors of all ability levels. Standing postures are available but can be done with chair support.
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