Thursday, August 27, 2026

Solana Beach Weekly Update: August 27, 2026


City of Solana Beach

WEEKLY UPDATE

August 27, 2026

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

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Community News

Introducing Our New Planning Director:

Noah Alvey

The City is proud to announce the appointment of Noah Alvey as Planning Director, bringing more than 25 years of municipal planning and community development experience to his new role. Over the years, Noah has dedicated his career to thoughtful land use planning, strategic policy development, and collaborative public service across the San Diego County region.


Noah’s most recent role was with the City of El Cajon as the Deputy Director of the Development Service Department. In his role he oversaw key functions within the Community Development and Development Services Departments, managing planning, building, code compliance, and housing programs. Prior to that, he served as Community Development Manager for the City of Lemon Grove, directing planning, building, code enforcement, and stormwater activities while supporting policy initiatives such as the Climate Action Plan and ADA Transition Plan.


Earlier in his career, Noah held several leadership positions with the County of San Diego, including County Zoning Administrator and Land Use/Environmental Planning Manager, where he guided multi disciplinary projects, presented before governing boards, and led complex environmental and development initiatives.


Noah earned his Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies and Planning from the University of California San Diego and received his AICP certification in 2011, demonstrating his longstanding commitment to professional excellence in the field of urban planning.


The City looks forward to the leadership, experience, and community focused approach Noah brings to his new role.

Construction to Begin on

Lomas Santa Fe East Corridor Improvements Project

The City’s long-anticipated Lomas Santa Fe East Corridor Project will be kicking off after Labor Day, with some staging of machines, supplies and some pruning of vegetation in preparation for significant construction to start in October. This project is funded largely by $7 million in funding received from Congressman Mike Levin to improve the corridor of Lomas Santa Fe from the 1-5 Freeway, east to Highland Drive, along with Measure S funds. City staff will be providing an update on the project at the City Council meeting at City Hall on September 9th. This will be the public meeting to kick-off and provide details for this important and exciting project. If you want more information we encourage you to not only watch or attend the upcoming council meeting, but also to go to our webpage to sign up to be added to the email list for this project. Good things are coming to Solana Beach!

Solana Beach Community Connections Book Club

Have you ever finished a great book and felt a yearning to talk about it with others? If so, join Solana Beach Community Connections book club led by former teacher Robin Radlauer-Cramer! This new book club meets on the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM at La Colonia Park's Community Center classroom, starting Thursday, September 10. Discover thought-provoking stories and connect with others who enjoy reading. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up today!

Community Events

Solana Beach Mature Adult Center Open House

Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 AM

The Solana Beach Mature Adult Center is kicking off its 39th membership season with their annual open house on Wednesday, September 2, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event is free and open to all, and no registration is needed. Attendees will enjoy a wide variety of vendors, live music, free lunch, and a chance to win prizes. The open house will be held in Debin Hall at the Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, located at 120 Stevens Avenue.

Community Law Project Legal Clinic

Wednesday, September 2 at 5:30 PM

On Wednesday, September 2, the Community Law Project will partner with California Western School of Law to host its monthly free legal clinic at St. Leo Mission Church in Solana Beach, located at 936 Genevieve Street, Solana Beach. The clinic is free and open to anyone in need of legal assistance. The clinic runs from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, but individuals are encouraged to arrive early as the clinic often fills to capacity. Spanish interpretation is available on site. For more information, visit our website.

City Hall Gallery Artist Reception

Friday, September 4 at 6:00 PM

Join the Solana Beach Public Arts Commission for the opening reception of "Sea, Sand and Style," an exhibition by artist Uwe Werner. His sea and landscapes portray the ocean's cyclic moods and powerful grace, reflecting his life long fascination with the natural world and his desire to depict its beauty. His love for the color and beauty of the desert is also represented in this exhibition. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Friday, September 4, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Solana Beach City Hall.

Solana Beach Community Connections Lecture:

Reimagining the Political World

Tuesday, September 8 at 6:00 PM

On Tuesday, September 8 at 6:00 PM at La Colonia Community Center, join Solana Beach Community Connections and Professor David A. Lake to discover his insights on “Reimagining the World Order After Trump”. Professor Lake will talk about what might happen after the next presidential election, such as which policies and ideologies are growing in popularity and which might help reshape or redirect the political landscape.

SBCC Senior Games Day

Thursday, September 10 at 12:00 PM

Join Solana Beach Community Connections on Thursday, September 10, for their monthly Games Day! This fun community event is held every second Thursday of the month from 12:00-2:00 PM at La Colonia Community Center. Come make new friends while enjoying a variety of games, including Mexican Train, American Mahjong, Play Nine, Flip 7, or Chess. This monthly series is hosted in collaboration with the City's Parks and Recreation Department, Solana Beach Community Connections and Let's Play a Game Foundation. Transportation for local seniors is available through On the Go.

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Friday, August 21, 2026

Solana Beach Weekly Update: August 21, 2026


City of Solana Beach

WEEKLY UPDATE

August 21, 2026

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

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Community News

Northbound I-5 and I-805 Lane Closure

Heads up, drivers! Caltrans will be closing all lanes on northbound Interstate 5 (I-5) and three outside lanes (#6, #7, #8) on northbound I-805 for paving August 23 and August 24 from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM each night. The I-5 Local Bypass will remain open for northbound I-5 travel. This important effort is focused on preserving existing infrastructure, improving safety, and modernizing the corridor to meet current and future transportation needs. The project will rehabilitate pavement along the main roadway, shoulders, and freeway ramps to extend the service life of the existing pavement. The project will also incorporate a broad range of upgrades to improve performance, safety, and environmental conservation. Businesses and residents near the closure should anticipate construction noise and lighting during the closure. For real-time updates, visit Caltrans QuickMap.

Summer is not over, it’s time for Locals’ Summer!

Tips for Late Summer Warm Water and Visiting Stingrays

It’s almost Locals’ Summer when all the visitors head home and back to school and we see continued warm weather and water temperatures. But these conditions also bring stingrays into our shallow waters close to shore. Our Lifeguards have noticed an uptick in the number of stingrays at our beaches and want to share some helpful tips to avoid injuries while enjoying our beautiful City beaches. This starts with swimming in areas with others and performing the "stingray shuffle" by shuffling your feet through the sand rather than stepping as you walk out into the ocean. This motion kicks up the sand and alerts the stingray to move. If you do get a sting from our stingray visitors, go to one of our City lifeguard towers for treatment. Before you go, check out this guide on how to identify, treat, and prevent stingray stings.

Smoother Trips Ahead on

Lomas Santa Fe West

Lomas Santa Fe West: If you drive Lomas Santa Fe Drive on the west side of I-5, you have probably noticed changes in traffic and timing at the signals over the past several months. Last winter, the City began the process of upgrading our over 40 year old signal system with new smart-signal technology at all five intersections leading from the beaches to the Freeway to improve traffic flow and signal coordination. We want to thank our residents and businesses for their patience and feedback as we've worked to make this corridor better for everyone. While we are already seeing improvements to average wait times for drivers, the City is continuing to work on the last segment adjacent to the freeway with Caltrans to monitor performance and conditions to determine what additional adjustments can further optimize the system. We look forward to presenting an update on these upgrades at an upcoming City Council meeting in the Fall.

 

Lomas Santa Fe East: As you may recall, the City received $7 million in funding from Congressman Mike Levin to improve the corridor of Lomas Santa Fe from the Freeway, east to Highland Drive. This long awaited project will be starting this Fall, after Labor Day, with some staging of machines, supplies and some pruning of vegetation in preparation for construction to start in October. City staff will be providing an update on the project schedule, communications and outreach plans, and sign-up information at the City Council meeting on September 9th. This will be the first of on-going public meetings and communication for this important and exciting project. If you want more information we encourage you to not only attend or watch the upcoming council meeting, but also to go to our webpage to sign up to be added to the email list for this project.

Fall 2026 Senior Pickleball League Registration

Get ready to serve, volley, and dink your way to victory in the most exciting Pickleball tournament of the year! The City of Solana Beach invites those ages 60 years or older to join one of the new Fall Pickleball Leagues. Join the beginner or intermediate league and play with round robin doubles and rotating partners. This program will be conducted over six weeks during September and October at La Colonia Park. Sign up for a fun, social, competitive activity. Registration is free and opens on Tuesday, September 1 at 8:00 AM. 

County of San Diego Launches

Rental Subsidy Program for Older Adults

San Diego County has launched the third round of their Shallow Rental Subsidy Program, and is now accepting applications. This program is for low-income residents aged 60 and older, who are struggling with high rent costs or are at risk of losing their housing. If qualified, they can receive up to $500 per month for rental assistance. The Shallow Rental Subsidy Program is part of the County's efforts to expand housing support, gives older adults better chances of staying in their own homes, and helps them avoid homelessness. To see qualifications and to apply, visit the website.

Save the Date for Fall Sustainable Recycling Day

The City has partnered with EDCO to host another Fall Sustainable Recycling Day! This year’s event will be on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the La Colonia Community Center parking lot, 715 Valley Avenue, at the Valley Avenue entrance. The clean-up event will have mulch available for self-load/self-haul, and certified paper shredding trucks that will shred all items on site. Goodwill will be there to collect reusable items, and EDCO will collect unwanted electronic and universal waste. See what items you can bring or schedule curbside pickup for bulky items at the link below.

Community Events

Back-to-School E-Bike Safety Webinar

Tuesday, August 25 at 6:00 PM

Do you or your students ride e-bikes to school? SANDAG is inviting parents, students, and school faculty to a free, virtual class to learn the latest e-bike safety tips as we head into the new school year! Join virtually on Tuesday, August 25 at 6:00 PM to learn about types of e-bikes, road signs and signals, as well as new laws and school district rules. Check the website to register today!

Solana Beach Mature Adult Center Open House

Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 AM

The Solana Beach Mature Adult Center is kicking off its 39th membership season with their annual open house on Wednesday, September 2, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event is free and open to all, and no registration is needed. Attendees will enjoy a wide variety of vendors, live music, free lunch, and a chance to win prizes. The open house will be held in Debin Hall at the Solana Beach Presbyterian Church, located at 120 Stevens Avenue.

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