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

Be a Foodware Aware Business

In the fall of 2019, the City adopted that Ordinance 504 requires food and beverage providers located within the City of Solana Beach to have customers ask for accessory foodware items (such as utensils, napkins, straws, condiments and other items) before distributing them. Additionally, Ordinance 504 also prohibits the use of polystyrene foam containers for food. However, as the COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges to restaurants, the City did not focus on enforcement of this new ordinance. In the meantime, California passed AB 1276 that resembles the City's ordinance, but makes these requirements regarding single-use foodware accessories effective statewide.  

As Solana Beach emerges from the pandemic, the community has the opportunity to return to normalcy in a more sustainable fashion. The City would like to remind food businesses that polystyrene foam food containers cannot be used and that accessory foodware items should not be provided to a customer unless they specifically request them. Please pay special attention to orders made online or through third party delivery services, as there is no need to put utensils into the to-go bag unless a customer specifically adds utensils to their online order. By sticking to these requests, you will save money and the planet!

Safe Routes to School Program

The City has been working on a “Safe Routes to School Program” to assess the transportation challenges for students and parents as they commute to and from schools throughout the City. Some of the goals of the Program are to identify specific enhancements to the City’s existing roadway network for a safer and more comfortable commute with emphasis on walking and bicycling options for Solana Beach schoolchildren, their families and residents. Public outreach is a main component of this Program. In addition to updates at City Council meetings, school-based mobility assessments were held at each school last year and information was handed out during Fiesta Del Sol in May 2022. 

As the crowd gathers for the Hullabaloo Concert at the Cove on August 18, 2022 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, a concert which will feature organic kids folk music, the City’s consultant will be set up to provide more information on the Safe Routes to School Program and solicit feedback from kids and their parents about walking and bicycling improvements near their schools. Come early to provide your feedback and then stay to enjoy the concert.

Community Advisory: Gas Line Replacement

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is preparing to replace the existing gas line along a few streets in the northeast corner of the City. The work will occur along Highland Drive between Lomas Santa Fe Drive and El Camino Real (note that the north City limit ends between San Mario and El Camino Real), the entire length of San Mario Drive, the entire length of Santa Elena Court, Santa Sabina Court, Santa Marta Court, as well as a segment of Santa Petra from San Mario to Santa Luisa Drive. The work will consist of removing the existing gas line in these streets, trenching in the streets and sidewalk and installing new gas lines in the streets along with new service laterals to all the homes previously connected to the old gas line.

The project is still going through the permitting process so the exact date the project will start is unknown at this time. Once a construction start date has been determined, the City will provide another notification through the E-Newsletter system. Please direct all questions regarding this work to the City of Solana Beach Engineering Department at [email protected].

Concerts at the Cove

Held every Thursday night from July 15 - August 26, from 6:00-7:45 PM

Beach Blanket Movie Night

Saturday, August 27, from 6:00-10:00 PM

The 17^th annual Beach Blanket Movie Night (BBMN) is just around the corner! So get ready to bring a blanket, pack a picnic, and head on down to Fletcher Cove Park for a fun-filled evening and a movie under the stars! The evening begins with live music by Jackstraws, followed by the feature presentation "The Endless Summer."

Plenty of refreshments will be available, including pizza, popcorn, cookies, and brownies. Participate in a silent auction with big-ticket prizes, including a Firewire surfboard, beach cruiser bicycle, wetsuits, gift baskets and much more. Please remember this is cash only event and no credit cards will be accepted. All proceeds from this wonderful event will be used to benefit future Solana Beach Parks and Recreation events. 

The public is encouraged to bring low-back beach chairs, blankets and picnics, and to arrive “Car-Free.” Please "ShopSolanaFirst" for munchies and other BBMN picnic items! No alcohol, tobacco, pets, or personal BBQ’s allowed during BBMN. This event is free and open to the public.

Call for Artists: Utility Box Wrap Program

There is less than a week left to submit your design! The deadline to submit is this Monday, August 15, at 5:30 PM. The City and its Public Arts Commission are seeking artists to propose conceptualized art designs to wrap utility boxes around the city. The program aims to wrap seven (7) utility and traffic signal boxes with artistic designs at six (6) locations throughout our community. If chosen, the artist will receive a $450 stipend for each selected design. 

Call for Artists: Temporary Public Arts Program

The City and its Public Arts Commission are now accepting applications for the City's ongoing Temporary Public Arts Program. The Temporary Public Arts Program is a unique opportunity for artists to showcase their works of art in a high-traffic urban and ocean-view environment attracting Solana Beach residents as well as tourists from around the world.

Artists are invited to submit sculptures of various sizes for consideration for a one-year exhibition. The program aims to select five (5) pieces to be displayed at highly visible, designated temporary public art sites throughout our beautiful coastal community. If selected, the artist will receive a $1,500 stipend for each sculpture. Submission deadline is Wednesday, October 19, at 5:30 PM. 

Be advised that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the spread of the Omicron BA.5 variant, all public meetings, including City Council and City Commissions, will be held virtually through mid-September with no in-person attendance. All meetings are also subject to cancellation. Please refer to the City’s website for updates on whether meetings will be held virtually or in person.

City Council

Canceled Meetings for Summer Break

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Next Scheduled City Council Meeting

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Citizen Commissions

Parks and Recreation Commission

Thursday, August 11, at 4:00 PM

View Assessment Commission

Tuesday, August 16, at 6:00 PM

Climate Action Commission

Wednesday, August 17, at 5:30 PM

For meeting zoom link, directions on submitting public comment, or more detail please view the meeting's posted agenda on the Public Meetings webpage.

Employment Opportunity

VACANCY:  One position - Civil Engineer - this vacancy will be filled as either a Senior Civil Engineer or an Associate Civil Engineer based on the qualifications of the applicants 

IDEAL CANDIDATE:  A self-motivated professional with a focus on providing first-class engineering services to the community by using innovating and effective solutions and services, must enjoy working in an environment and a City that moves quickly, be able to wear multiple hats, and possess a drive to succeed.  

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Senior Civil Engineer or Associate Civil Engineer 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:   Open until filled

Citizen Commission Opening

VACANCY:  One Member - Public Arts Commission

TERM:  Completed term will expire January 2023

REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE:  4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  At least 18 years old & Resident of the City

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Tuesday, August 24, 2022 at 5:30 PM

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