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As you have probably noticed, there has been an increase in the number of mosquitoes recently due to a variety of factors, including the warmer weather and high tides. The County Vector Control Program (VCP) is responsible for mosquito abatement, and they have scheduled aerial applications throughout the year to address these issues.
The next aerial application is scheduled for today, Wednesday, August 31st, and tomorrow, Thursday, September 1st. You might see the helicopters spraying both the San Elijo and San Dieguito lagoons. Another aerial larvicide application is scheduled for September 21st and September 22nd, if necessary.
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The County uses helicopters to drop batches of solid, granular larvicide on hard-to-reach rivers, streams, ponds and other waterways roughly once a month from April through October to help stop mosquitoes from potentially spreading disease like West Nile virus. The larvicide does not hurt people or pets but kills mosquito larvae before they can grow into biting mosquitoes.
Getting rid of mosquito-breeding sites is critical to lowering the number of mosquitoes in our community. Residents should help protect themselves from mosquitoes in and around their homes by finding and dumping out standing water to keep the pests from breeding. A mosquito only needs a tiny bottle cap-size pool of water to lay up to 300 eggs, which is why removing standing water is critical.
Residents can also protect themselves from mosquito-borne illnesses by wearing long sleeves and pants or use insect repellent when outdoors. Use insect repellent that contains DEET, picaridin, oil of lemon, eucalyptus, or IR3535. Make sure screens on windows and doors are in good condition and secured to keep insects out.
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Excessive Heat Wave Advisory | |
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Southern California is heading into a high-impact and long-duration heat wave this week, lasting into next week. This heat wave will bring high or even very high heat risk with temperatures 10 to 20 degrees above average.
High temperatures will impact the beaches and the coast for much of this week and weekend. High temperatures in the upper 80s to mid-90s are expected, with low temperatures only dropping into the mid-70s overnight. Higher humidity will make it feel warmer than the actual air temperature. The hottest temperatures at the coast look to occur over Labor Day weekend, with an overall high heat risk expected.
There will be a high risk for heat-related illnesses, especially with extended outdoor exposure. Remember to drink plenty of fluids, seek shade or air conditioning when possible, and ensure your pets have plenty of water and shade.
“Cool Zone” sites, located throughout the County, help older adults and others keep cool and save energy costs. Click here to locate the Cool Zone site nearest you.
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La Colonia Park Pickleball Court Temporary Closure | | |
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The pickleball court at La Colonia Park is temporarily closed so that the playing surface can be expanded. The net was removed last week and should be reinstalled on Friday, September 2nd. This is slightly later than reported last week due to unforeseen circumstances including a substantial amount of tree roots that needed to be removed. During the closure of the court, the concrete surface will be expanded to the south by approximately 10 feet. The concrete is scheduled to be poured tomorrow, September 1st, and then the net will be reinstalled on Friday, September 2nd, in its previous location. Please note that the concrete will need sufficient time to cure so it will be protected through the weekend. The City will be repainting the court and relocating the net to be centered to the court at a future date. | |
City Hall and all non-essential City offices will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2022 in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Have a pleasant and safe holiday! | |  |
EDCO will be observing the Labor Day holiday. As a result, residential collection service will not be performed on Monday, September 5th and there will be a one-day residential delay in service the entire week. | |
Community Events & Programs | |
Virtual City Cycling Classes | |
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Get ready to ride safely in the city! This free interactive virtual City Cycling Class, hosted by the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, covers essential skills and rules of the road for bike/e-bike riders. In this 1-hour class we'll discuss where to ride, legal rights and responsibilities, emergency maneuvers, route planning strategies, basic bike maintenance, and more valuable tips to make bike riding more comfortable and fun! Please register to join us on Tuesday, September 6th or Tuesday, September 20th from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.
These classes are perfect for beginners and equally valuable for experienced cyclists that want to familiarize themselves with the “rules of the road.” Parents and caregivers of kids or teenagers with bikes or e-bikes are encouraged to attend this virtual meeting to learn about important safety rules and guidelines to reinforce with their young riders to help keep them safe.
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SAVE THE DATE! The City is partnering with EDCO once again to host the annual Solana Beach Bulky-Item Cleanup Day! This year’s event will be on Saturday, October 1st from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the La Colonia Community Center parking lot at 715 Valley Avenue. The clean-up event will have garden mulch available for self-load/self-haul, certified shredding trucks that will shred all items on site, and will also be collecting unwanted electronic and universal waste, which includes batteries, fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, and other mercury containing equipment, and non-empty aerosol cans.
In addition to the on-site services, this event offers a free curbside bulky-item cleanup option. Curbside bulky-item cleanup gives residents the opportunity to place trash, green waste and up to four bulky items at the curb that would be too large or too heavy to put inside collection carts. To participate in the free curbside service, residents are required to register in advance. Registration begins the week of September 19th by calling (858) 350-8544.
Bulky-Item Cleanup Day is a free event and is open to Solana Beach residents only.
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Annual Senior Center Open House | |
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The Solana Beach Community Senior Center has announced its annual season kick-off with an Open House and Membership Drive on Wednesday, September 14th, from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. The event will be located outdoors on the patio at Solana Beach Presbyterian Church.
Enjoy a variety of senior-related services and vendors and engage with specialists. A complimentary lunch will be provided along with entertainment by Martin and Ellie, presenting the Best of Broadway. Everyone is welcome! Reservations are not needed for this fun and informative event.
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Call for Artists: Temporary Public Arts Program
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The City and its Public Arts Commission are 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 19th, at 5:30 PM.
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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, are still being 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. | | |
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City Council
Upcoming City Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Next Scheduled City Council Meeting
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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For meeting zoom link, directions on submitting public comment, or more detail please view the meeting's posted agenda on the Public Meetings webpage. | |
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