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City of Solana Beach WEEKLY UPDATE April 3, 2026 |
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Summer Day Camp Registration Begins Next Week |
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Attention Parents! Reminder that summer camp registration begins this coming Wednesday. The new Summer Day Camp registration dates are Wednesday, April 8th at 9:00 AM for Solana Beach residents and Wednesday, April 15th at 9:00 AM for non-residents. Camp sessions typically fill up within minutes, so it is highly recommended to sign up early! |
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Jimmy Durante Boulevard Paving Project |
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The Jimmy Durante Boulevard Pavement Rehabilitation Project will begin on Monday, April 6th. The project will replace all pavement between Via de la Valle and the San Dieguito River Bridge. New striping and painting plans aim to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety, and make bicyclists and drivers more aware of each other when they share the road. During construction, at least one travel lane in both directions will be open at all times. However, motorists may experience intermittent delays throughout April and May. |
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San Dieguito Double Track Project Road Closures |
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As part of preconstruction activities for the LOSSAN San Dieguito Double Track & Special Events Platform Project, SANDAG crews will be identifying the location of underground utilities within and near the North County Transit District railroad right-of-way in Solana Beach. Crews are expected to be working at night from Monday, April 20th to Friday, April 24th. Sections of northbound Highway 101 and the Coastal Rail Trail will be closed during this period. Visit the website to see if you will be impacted. |
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Community Advisory: Temporary Shower Closure at Fletcher Cove |
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The beautiful mosaic shower at Fletcher Cove Park is getting a refresh, which means the upper shower station will be temporarily closed starting Monday, April 6th for maintenance. This work includes washing the wall, removing mineral deposits, staining, and applying a protective sealant. To ensure the sealant cures properly, the shower will remain closed for three days and will reopen on Thursday, April 9th. In the meantime, the lower shower will remain open and unaffected by the maintenance work. |
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Nominations for 2026 Friends of Solana Beach Library Board of Directors |
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The Friends of the Solana Beach Library will hold its Annual Membership Meeting on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 for the purpose of electing Officers to the Board of Directors and other appropriate business. Nominees must be a member of the Friends of Solana Beach Library, agree to being nominated and should have solid marketing skills to support communications and outreach. The nominations will be accepted through Friday, April 17, 2026. In addition, nominations may be made from the floor during the Annual Meeting. |
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Dignity At Home: Fall Prevention Program |
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The County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, Aging & Independence Services is providing free fall prevention kits to qualifying program participants! Falls are a threat to the health of older adults and can reduce their ability to remain independent. These home safety products aim to reduce the number of debilitating falls suffered by older adults and persons with disabilities. See if you qualify for this program and submit an interest form on our website. |
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Children's Spring Festival & Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 4th at 10:30 AM |
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The hunt is on! Join us for the Children's Spring Festival and Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4th at 10:30 AM at La Colonia Community Park to enjoy fun and games with hundreds of families. Egg Hunt participants must be in the third grade or younger. Participants are asked to bring their own basket or decorative bag to collect eggs filled with treats and prizes. Activities that are open to kids of all ages include games, fun jumps, crafts, pictures with the Spring Bunny, and piñatas. Refreshments will be provided. |
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Solana Striders Walking Club Monday, April 6th at 8:30 AM |
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Come be part of the City’s walking club for mature adults who want to stay active, healthy, and connected! Held on the first Monday of every month, the Solana Striders Walking Club offers relaxed morning walks led by Parks & Recreation staff and community volunteers, creating a safe and social experience for all. This free, easygoing outing is ideal for mature adults and anyone who would like to join. This walk begins at 8:30 AM at the La Colonia Park playground. Bring comfortable shoes, water, and good vibes! |
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Poetry and Collage Art Tuesday, April 7th at 5:30 PM |
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Solana Beach Friends of the Library invites all to attend an evening of “Poetry and Collage Art” on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 from 5:30 - 6:45 PM at the Solana Beach Library. The evening includes finding your poet within and expressing it in collage artwork. Work with local published poet, Annette Friend, and local artist, Judy Langhoff, to combine the magic of visual collage and follow your poetic instincts to bring your creative spirit to a new level. This free event is geared for adults and families. Come jump into spring with this fun and creative evening. See you at the library! |
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Smartphone Security Workshop Series Thursday, April 9th at 1:00 PM |
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Smartphones have become one of the most powerful tools in our daily lives, but, like other technologies, they may both assist and present risks. Solana Beach Community Connections continues its partnership with Senior Tech Connect to educate mature adults about using smart phones and other technologies. There is still space available for the afternoon sessions held every Thursday throughout April from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM in the La Colonia Community Center Classroom. Call to reserve your spot! |
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Monthly Solana Beach Games Day Thursday, April 9th at 12:00 PM |
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Join us on Thursday, April 9th for Solana Beach Games Day! This monthly 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 upon request. |
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SBCC Lecture: Thrive for Life Tuesday, April 14th at 6:00 PM |
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Join Solana Beach Community Connections on Tuesday, April 14th at 6:00 PM at La Colonia Community Center for an inspiring talk on the science of living longer and healthier. Dr. Aladdin H. Shadyab will share his insights from decades of research on healthy aging and longevity, including weight management, diet, exercise, Alzheimer's disease prevention, and the biology of aging. Learn practical, evidence based strategies to support your health, maintain independence, and enjoy life to the fullest at every age. |
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Current Employment Opportunities |
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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: |
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Visit the city's Career Page to learn more and submit your online application! |
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City Council Meeting & Agenda |
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The next regular City Council meeting is Wednesday, April 8th 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.
April 8, 2026 Agenda:
- J.3 Streetlight and Safety Lights Maintenance and Repairs
- L.1 Senior Transportation Pilot Program
- L.2 State Parks Grant Application Authorization
How to Submit Public Comments
Written Comments: To provide written input on an agenda item, email the City Clerk at clerkoffice@cityofsolanabeach.ca.gov.
- Use the meeting date in the subject line and include the agenda item number.
- Written comments must be submitted at least two hours before the meeting.
- Please note written comments will not be read aloud during the meeting but will be shared with the Council and added to the public record.
Verbal Comments: To speak during the meeting, submit a speaker slip to the City Clerk before the meeting starts or before the relevant agenda item is announced.
- Each speaker is allotted 3 minutes per topic.
- Individuals can receive up to 6 minutes if time is donated by another attendee, or up to 10 minutes for group discussions. For public hearings, time donated by two attendees allows up to 15 minutes for a speaker.
For additional details, visit the City’s website or contact the City Clerk at clerkoffice@cityofsolanabeach.ca.gov. |
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