| | | City of Solana Beach WEEKLY UPDATE June 27, 2025 | | City Awards FY 2025/26 Community Grants | | | Since 2004, the City's Community Grants Program has helped local nonprofits launch and grow their programs that directly benefit the Solana Beach community. With City support, these nonprofits are able to provide meaningful services that strengthen, uplift, and connect residents. Demand for the program has steadily grown over time, with more and more organizations applying each cycle. This year’s FY 2025/26 cycle reached new heights, with a record 19 applications requesting a total of $107,500 in support.
Each organization had the opportunity to present their grant proposal at the June 2nd City Council Meeting. Following the presentations and a thorough review process, Council awarded $61,500 in grant funds to 14 local nonprofits. These awardees offer a wide range of services, from youth education and senior support to arts programming and essential resources. The City is proud to support their work and we look forward to seeing their programs in action this year. | | Solana Beach Cares - Back to School Supply Drive | | | | As part of our ongoing Solana Beach Cares Program, the City invites you to take part in our summer donation drive focused on supporting local students as they prepare for the upcoming school year! Throughout the month of July, we’ll be collecting essential back-to-school supplies to help set students up for success and ease the burden on families in need. From notebooks to backpacks, your donations will make a real difference. Drop-off bins are available at Solana Beach City Hall and the La Colonia Community Center during regular business hours. To best meet student needs, we kindly ask that donors stick to the approved supply list available on our website. | | Help Keep Our Beaches Free of Trash This Summer | | | | Do your part this summer to help keep our beaches clean and green as crowds head to the coast. Please do not leave trash behind at the beach. Tops have been added to trash bins at Fletcher Cove to encourage a “pack-in, pack-out” approach, especially for larger items like pizza boxes which can be placed in your green bins back home. Please be mindful of over-filling trash cans and remember to sort items correctly into the blue (recycling) and black (waste) bins. These small efforts go a long way in protecting the environment and keeping our beaches enjoyable for everyone. | | | Important Safety Reminders for Fourth of July
With Fourth of July celebrations coming up next week, the City reminds everyone to prioritize safety, respect city regulations, and be mindful of your surroundings and neighbors. Let’s make the holiday enjoyable for all by celebrating responsibly and respectfully. Whether you're gathering with family or enjoying time at the beach, a little consideration goes a long way in keeping our community safe and festive. | | | | It is almost time for the biggest beach holiday of the summer. The Solana Beach Lifeguards would like to share some beach safety tips to ensure a fun, safe holiday weekend. Be mindful of the steeper beach slope leading to a quick drop-off and potential shore break, so please watch your small children even near the shore. Always swim near a lifeguard, preferably in designated swim areas. Stay away from bluffs, overhangs, and caves. Always follow beach and park rules: no fireworks, alcohol, glass, smoking, drones, or beach camping. Have a safe and memorable Fourth of July in Solana Beach! | | | | Fireworks may be festive for us, but they can be terrifying for pets, and each year, many frightened animals end up lost or in shelters. Help protect your furry friends by ensuring they're microchipped and wearing ID tags with updated information, as well as securely leashed. Consider creating a calm, quiet space at home or speaking with your vet about stress-reducing options. To support responsible pet care, the San Diego Human Society is offering free microchipping and waiving dog license fees through July 2nd. Don't wait until it's too late, take steps now to keep your pet safe and sound this holiday. | | | | The City would like to remind everyone that all fireworks, including sparklers and poppers, are banned from use in Solana Beach, Encinitas, and Del Mar. Fireworks are unpredictable and dangerous, accounting for 44% of burn injuries in July. They also pose a serious fire hazard, with the potential to ignite structures and spark brushfires that threaten homes and natural areas. To enjoy fireworks safely, we encourage you to attend professional displays at Legoland or the San Diego County Fair. These events are conducted under strict safety protocols, offering a festive experience without the risk. Let's work together to keep Solana Beach safe! | | The Solana Beach "Concerts at the Cove" beachside concert series is designed for audiences of all ages and will be held every Thursday at 6:00 PM throughout the summer until August 7th. The park fills up quickly, so arrive early to reserve your spot! The public is encouraged to arrive “car-free," bring low-back beach chairs, ground covers or blankets and picnics. If you are planning to bring dinner, please remember to shop locally! | | | Billy Watson Thursday, July 3rd, 6:00 PM | | | | Next week's Concert at the Cove features Billy Watson. a blues frontman known for his high-energy performances and magnetic stage presence. With soulful vocals, standout harmonica, and a flair for the unexpected, Billy delivers a show that's as musically impressive as it is wildly entertaining. From grooving blues to fast-paced boogies, his set keeps the crowd engaged and energized from start to finish. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind beachside blues experience! | | 100th Anniversary of the Solana Beach Library | | Photo Credit: Mark Mennie | | Marine Safety Presentation | | Photo Credit: Mark Mennie | | | Draft 2025 Regional Plan
SANDAG has officially released the Draft 2025 Regional Plan, a long-range vision for improving the San Diego region’s transportation system over the next two decades. The draft plan is now available for public review and comment through July 18, 2025. | | | LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project Updated Notice of Preparation (NOP)
SANDAG released the Updated Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the San Diego LOSSAN Rail Realignment project, starting a 45-day scoping period to collect feedback that will end on Monday, June 30th. This regionally-important project will explore long-term solutions to ensure the rail corridor remains safe, reliable, and resilient, focusing on the segment of rail within the jurisdiction of Del Mar. A public scoping meeting was held on May 29th at The Sound at the Fairgrounds a recording of the event has been posted if you want to learn more, and you can read the NOP on the SANDAG website. The City will be submitting a letter of comment on the NOP and will post a link to that correspondence for the public to review. | | | The next regular City Council meeting is Wednesday, July 2nd 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.
July 2, 2025 Agenda:
- A.3. Fletcher Cove Beach Access Improvements
- A.4. Council Meeting Automated Agenda Management System Software
- B.1. Public Hearing: 696 W Solana Circle. Applicant: Carl Johnson
- B.2. Public Hearing: Nardo Avenue, Eight-Unit For-Lease Residential Development Vacant Lot. Applicant: Shantu Patel
- B.3. Public Hearing: 506 Pacific Avenue, Applicant: Eric Buchanan
- B.4. Public Hearing: 508 South Nardo Avenue, Applicant: Brian and Larna Hartnack
- B.5. Public Hearing: 446 Seabright Lane, Applicant: Levitt
- C.1. City Manager’s Employment First Amendment Agreement
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.
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