| | | City of Solana Beach WEEKLY UPDATE November 15, 2024 | | | City Council will be holding a special Council meeting on Wednesday, November 20th at 6:00 PM, in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 635 S. Highway 101, Solana Beach. Please note that the regularly scheduled City Council meeting on Wednesday, November 27, has been canceled for Thanksgiving break.
November 20, 2024 Agenda:
- B.1. Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendments Consistent with the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element Programs – Introduction of Ordinance 534 (1st Reading)
- B.2. Public Hearing: Density Bonus Ordinance Update – Introduction of Ordinance 536 (1st Reading).
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. | | World Kindness Day Highlights | | | The City’s first-ever World Kindness Day event at Fletcher Cove Park was a huge success, bringing joy to all ages. Families enjoyed free face painting and sang along to incredible live music performed by Rockademy, while kids embraced the spirit of the day by writing thoughtful thank-you notes to teachers, friends, and parents. The event featured fun activities like friendship bracelet making and a kindness rock-painting station, where participants created vibrant designs. These colorful creations will soon adorn the new Kindness Rock Garden at Fletcher Cove Park, serving as a beautiful and lasting reminder of the power of kindness. The event also featured Solana Beach Backpacks for Kids by collecting food donations to fill up backpacks for local families in need. Our very own Solana Beach Lifeguards taught attendees CPR and helped spread the message of community kindness. The San Diego Blood Bank Kindness Day Drive was also a great success, with many community members stepping up to donate blood and make a meaningful impact.
Later that evening at the City Council Meeting, Diana Kutlow, Representative from Senator Catherine Blakespear's office, presented a Certificate of Recognition to the City, officially recognizing Solana Beach as a City of Kindness. The honor celebrated the City’s commitment to fostering kindness, inclusion, tolerance, and engagement among residents, schools, businesses, visitors, and community organizations.
A special thank-you goes to all of the City staff who coordinated and set up the event, the Solana Beach Marine Safety Crew, Parks & Recreation Crew, Public Works team, Solana Beach Lifeguards, and resident volunteers, whose hard work and dedication made this event possible.
This inspiring celebration showcased the ripple effect of kindness in action, bringing compassion and connection to our community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day unforgettable! | | Photo Credit: Mark Mennie | | Veterans Day Ceremony Highlights | | | Last Monday, the City and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5431 hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day Ceremony at La Colonia Park. With perfect weather and a wonderful turnout, it was a day filled with gratitude, community spirit, and honor for those who have served.
Highlights of the ceremony included an inspiring speech by guest speaker Thomas Leonard, a former Navy SEAL, and a symbolic “Feathers from Heaven” dove release that touched everyone’s hearts. The Camp Pendleton Young Marines served as the Color Guard, while the Santa Fe Christian School Band filled the air with patriotic melodies, and their Dance Troupe delighted the crowd with a lively performance of "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy". Other memorable moments included the singing of the National Anthem and a “Freedom Bird” song performance by Solana Beach resident Jaime King. Solana Beach Mayor Lesa Heebner, City Councilmembers, and former Mayors Tere Renteria and Tom Golich were also in attendance.
The community came together to honor and celebrate our nation’s veterans in a truly special way. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful celebration! | | Photo Credit: Mark Mennie | | King Tides & High Surf Advisory This Weekend | | | | The Solana Beach Marine Safety crew would like to remind beachgoers that the annual King Tides (the highest and lowest tides of the year) are arriving this weekend! These extreme tides are caused by a stronger-than-usual gravitational pull from the moon and sun. On top of that, tonight’s full moon is a supermoon! These dramatic tides, combined with increased surf on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, may create unpredictable rogue waves and surges along the shoreline, reefs, and tide pools. Swells are expected to reach 5 to 7 feet during high tide. For your safety, please enjoy this natural phenomenon safely by staying alert near the water’s edge and avoid low-lying areas during high tide. | | Full Rail Closure Between Oceanside and San Diego Scheduled This Weekend | | | | A full rail closure will be in effect this weekend, from Saturday, November 16th, at 12:00 AM through Monday, November 18, at 5:00 AM, to allow for critical construction and maintenance as part of SANDAG's Del Mar Bluffs Stabilization Project. During this “Absolute Work Window,” the closure will affect North County Transit District (NCTD), Amtrak, and freight services along the coastal rail corridor. SANDAG crews will focus on stabilization efforts along the Del Mar bluffs and continue construction on the Batiquitos Lagoon Double-Track Project. Your patience is appreciated as these important improvements are made to enhance rail safety and reliability. | | SeaWeeders' Annual Poinsettia Sale | | | | The Solana Beach Garden Club, known as the SeaWeeders, is hosting its 12th Annual Holiday Plant Sale! This year, they are offering locally grown red Ecke Prestige Poinsettias in 6-inch pots and Christmas Cactus in assorted colors, also in 6-inch pots. Quantities are limited, so pre-order your plants today to guarantee availability! Unreserved plants will be available during the fundraiser event on Saturday, November 30th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Boys & Girls Club, 533 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, and at the Solana Beach Post Office. Support this festive tradition while contributing to community beautification projects in Solana Beach! | | AMR First on the Scene Class | | | | Acquire vital life-saving skills at AMR's "First on the Scene" class held this Saturday, December 7th, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM, at the Encinitas Community Center. During this class, you'll have the opportunity to learn and practice essential life-saving skills at absolutely no cost. This special program has been developed by the International Association of Fire Chiefs and will be administered by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). It's open to participants 14 years of age and up. Space is limited, so make sure to secure your spot by registering before the event. Don't miss this chance to equip yourself with life-saving skills that can make a difference. | | Solana Beach Senior Center Activities | | | The Solana Beach Community Senior Center's mission is to provide excellent resources, foster meaningful relationships, and fulfill opportunities for aging well. Open to everyone, the Senior Center welcomes participants from both within and outside Solana Beach. Each week, the Senior Center offers 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:
- 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!
- Memory Cafe (2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 10:00 AM): Memory Café is an enjoyable gathering for older adults to socialize, learn about keeping their brains healthy, and have fun!
- Wednesday Program & Lunch (Wednesdays at 11:30 AM): Enjoy socializing, entertainment, and great food.
- Fun & 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!
- Silver Age Yoga (Fridays at 11:00 AM): This free chair-based yoga class is designed for seniors of all ability levels.
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