| | | City of Solana Beach WEEKLY UPDATE February 21, 2025 | | LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project Update | | | The City of Solana Beach continues to monitor the SANDAG LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project with the recent release of the Value Analysis Study and recommendations for Alternatives to be considered by the SANDAG Board of Directors on February 28th. The City hosted a presentation by SANDAG staff at the last Council Meeting on February 12th (View the Presentation) and Community Office Hours last week for the community to learn more about the VA Study, the project alternatives, and the next steps for the project environmental review process.
In preparation for the SANDAG Board meeting on Friday, February 28th, the City Manager will provide an update on the project at the upcoming City Council meeting on Wednesday, February 26th. The update will go over the SANDAG recommendation and an overview of the environmental process. The five alignment options presently recommended by SANDAG staff to the SANDAG Board of Directors for further environmental review are as described and illustrated below:
- BLUE - Under Crest Canyon (Under Jimmy Durante to I-5 Knoll): Realigned to minimize subsurface easements by routing below Crest Canyon.
- PINK - Under Camino Del Mar (Under Jimmy Durante to Torrey Pines Road West): Aligned to minimize subsurface easements by following below Camino del Mar.
- YELLOW - San Dieguito Bridge to I-5 Knoll: Aligned to minimize impacts to Del Mar, the Fairgrounds, and San Dieguito Double Track Bridge.- Shown in blue in the map below.
- GREEN - Del Mar Bluffs Double Track Reinforced: Maintains current alignment, adds double track along the bluffs and through Los Penasquitos Lagoon with bluff reinforcement and more robust seawalls.
- No Build: Includes continuation of major stabilization efforts that would be required to protect the existing single-track alignment.
| | The SANDAG Board meeting is the time for residents and businesses to share your thoughts on the VA Study and the recommended alternatives to the SANDAG Board of Directors. You are encouraged to review the project materials and provide input to SANDAG via email, in person, or virtually during the Board meeting. For more information on the project and Board meeting details, please go to the SANDAG LOSSAN Rail Realignment website or reach out to City staff to learn more on how to stay involved on this large-scale regional transit project. | | | Glencrest Drive Sidewalk Improvement Plans Going to City Council for Approval | | | | The City is bringing forward engineering design plans to enhance pedestrian safety and walkability along Glencrest Drive, a commonly used route to connect to our local schools and shopping areas. The proposed design for this Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) project will be presented to City Council for approval at the meeting on Wednesday, February 26th. The project includes new concrete curbs, gutters, and sidewalks on both sides of Glencrest Drive from Lomas Santa Fe Drive to Dell Street, improving the entire length of this stretch of roadway for safety and accessibility needs, while maintaining parking and driveway improvements for homes along this segment. Residents are encouraged to provide feedback by submitting written public comments in advance or by speaking in-person at the City Council meeting, this Wednesday, February 26th at 6:00 PM. | | We Want YOU on a 2025 Fair Street Banner! | | | | The City has partnered with the San Diego County Fair to showcase our very own residents on street banners promoting the Fair, displayed throughout the city! Join us for a community photo shoot on Monday, February 24th, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at La Colonia Community Center (715 Valley Ave). This year’s theme is “Summer Pet-tacular,” so come dressed in your best pet-inspired outfit (think dog ears, kitty whiskers, or even a fun onesie) and strike a pose! Participation is free, and you get to keep your banner at no cost after the Fair! To ensure you get on a banner, reserve your spot in advance! Walk-ins are also welcome. | | Full Coastal Rail Services Suspended This Weekend | | | | All rail services in San Diego County will be suspended this weekend (Saturday, February 22nd and Sunday, February 23rd), to perform routine railroad maintenance and infrastructure work. The closure includes NCTD COASTER, Amtrak Pacific Surfliner, and BNSF freight services between San Diego and Oceanside. Regular service will resume Monday morning. Customers are urged to plan ahead and make alternative travel arrangements. | | Save the Date: Summer Programs Registration | | | | The City offers two very popular youth programs for children during the Summer break. Our Summer Camp and Junior Lifeguard programs offer our local youth the opportunity to get outdoors, have fun, meet new friends, make lasting memories and learn in the process. Junior Lifeguard registration opens on Wednesday, March 26th, at 9:00 AM. Summer Day Camp registration for Solana Beach residents will open Wednesday, March 13th, at 8:00 AM, and for non-Solana Beach residents on Wednesday, March 20th at 8:00 AM. You are highly encouraged to register at these times as the sessions will fill up fast! | | | Sheriff's Emergency Preparedness Event Wednesday, February 26th, 5:00 PM
| | | | The North Coastal Sheriff's Station is hosting a free Emergency Preparedness event on Wednesday, February 26th, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM at La Colonia Community Center. The session is designed to provide vital emergency preparedness information specifically for Spanish-speaking residents. Attendees will learn essential skills, including basic CPR, first aid, evacuation procedures, and emergency planning. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain lifesaving knowledge and learn how to prepare for emergencies. | | City Council Meetings & Agenda | | | The next regular City Council meeting is Wednesday, February 26th 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.
February 26, 2025 Agenda: - A.3. Fire-Rated Door System Upgrades for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
- A.4. San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) Application for Grant Funds.
- C.1. Glencrest Drive Sidewalk Improvements Update – Lomas Santa Fe Drive to Dell St.
- C.2. LOSSAN Rail Realignment Update and Action.
How to Submit Public Comments
Written Comments: To provide written input on an agenda item, email the City Clerk at clerkoffice@cosb.org. - 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@cosb.org. | | | | Missed an update? Check out previous Weekly Updates on our website! | | | | Download the City's My Community App! | | | | | |
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