Conservancy asks to watch for unpermitted fishing 

The San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy is asking visitors to Riverpath Del Mar to report fishing at unpermitted areas to State authorities.

Fishing from Grand Avenue Bridge is not allowed. Just east of the structure, along 30 yards of shoreline, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife allows fishing. The area, which is marked with CDFW signs, closes to fishing from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. 

In all other areas east of Jimmy Durante Boulevard, fishing is prohibited.

Discarded fishing line can harm wildlife. Visitors are asked to report abandoned gear, unsafe conditions, or misuse of the area to CDFW's 24-hour CALTIP phone line, 888-334-CALTIP (2258), or by texting a message to 847411. Download the free CALTIP app to submit anonymous tips.

CALTIP webpage

City seeks participation in ADU survey

Have you completed Del Mar's ADU survey?

The brief, online survey asks respondents whether they're interested in building an accessory dwelling unit on their property and, if so, what would it take for them to agree to rent the unit to low-income tenants.

As part of its State-certified Housing Element, Del Mar has set a goal of creating 15 ADUs for low-income households by April 2029. The survey is designed to help the City meet that goal.

The survey closes May 28.

Open survey

Open Accessory Dwelling Units webpage

Wednesday: Public Works open house

To celebrate National Public Works Week, residents are invited to an open house from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, at Del Mar Public Works headquarters, 2240 Jimmy Durante Blvd. 

Visitors can meet and greet public works staff, learn about what it takes to operate and maintain our infrastructure, enjoy food and refreshments and browse vendors' booths. 

Public Works Week is designed to celebrate the contributions of public works professionals to enhance quality of life in the communities they so proudly serve.

Parking for the open house is limited and carpooling is encouraged.

May 20: Community meeting to cover wildfire preparedness

A community meeting to cover wildfire preparedness and review Cal Fire’s updated “Fire Hazard Severity Zone” maps is set for 5:30 p.m. May 20 at the Del Mar Civic Center.

Residents can gather information on general fire preparedness and ask questions about the new maps.

Released March 24 by the Office of the State Fire Marshal, the maps display hazard levels—moderate, high and very high—based on the likelihood of a fire reaching an area and the fire’s potential intensity.

Open Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps webpage

SANDAG notice covers what to expect with bluffs project

A SANDAG construction notice issued this week outlines what to expect at various work locations along the Del Mar Bluff Stabilization Project:

• Seacliff Park and 15th Street: Nighttime work from May 18 through May 22 may require some parking to be restricted for construction vehicles;
• Del Mar Woods near 4th Street: Daytime bluff stabilization work is planned for about two weeks starting May 12; and
• Sea Cliff Way: Starting May 9, daytime bluff stabilization work will begin for approximately one month.

Open SANDAG construction notice

Open SANDAG Del Mar Bluffs Stabilization webpage

Contact SANDAG: 858-549-RAIL or LOSSANcorridor@SANDAG.org

City staff trains in wildfire response

City staff joined more than 800 first responders this week during the 22nd Annual County Wildland Drill.

Hosted by the City of San Marcos, CALFIRE and the Gary Sinise Foundation, the three-day exercise included tactical, evacuation and emergency operations center simulations.

The simulations were designed to mimic conditions during the recent Palisades and Eaton fires to prepare emergency responders for regional wildfire events.

In addition to firefighters, the drill included jurisdictional emergency managers, law enforcement officers and San Diego Humane Society officers.

Crime blotter: May 2-8

On Saturday May 4, 2025, at 1:48 a.m., a deputy patrolling the area came across a powerline that appeared to be on fire near 3000 Camino Del Mar, in Del Mar. It appeared that the transformer was on fire, so the road was shut down to render the area safe for the fire department and SDG&E. The road was briefly closed while the fire was extinguished, and SDG&E began repairing their equipment.  E9915013

On Monday May 5, 2025, at 6:30 am, the North Coastal Sheriff's Station assisted the United States Coast Guard (USCG), local lifeguards, firefighters, US Customs and Border Protection, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement – HSI, and California State Parks during a maritime event in coastal waters west of the 200 block of Stratford Court, in Del Mar. A small boat capsized in the surf near the shoreline with multiple victims needing help. Deputies performed life-saving measures and supported medical professionals during the event. Multiple victims were transported to area hospitals and three individuals were confirmed deceased on scene. The San Diego County Medical Examiner will determine their identification as well as the cause and manner of death. Homeland Security Investigations – Maritime Task Force is the lead investigating agency and will field any inquiries into the incident. 

U.S. Attorney's Office press release

Source: San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Gardeners asked to watch for fruit flies

State and County authorities are on the lookout for destructive fruit flies, and as spring sends residents to their gardens, authorities ask that gardeners take these steps:

• Do not plant plants or cuttings from other states or countries, as they could unintentionally spread destructive pests;
• Purchase plants, produce, seeds or other natural materials from local, licensed nurseries and retailers; and
• Inspect your homegrown produce for signs of invasive fruit flies or maggots. Report anything suspicious to the CDFA Pest Hotline: 800-491-1899.

Open website

Thursday: Del Mar supports Bike Anywhere Day

Bike Anywhere Day is coming up on Thursday.

As part of National Bike Month, SANDAG organizes the regional event, which the City of Del Mar is supporting with a pit stop from 7 to 10 a.m. Thursday, May 15, at L'Auberge Del Mar, 1540 Camino Del Mar.

Bike Anywhere Day (formerly Bike to Work Day) is designed to get commuters excited to ride to work, school, the gym or anywhere else.

The pit stop tent at L'Auberge Del Mar will be well stocked with bottled water, snacks, coffee and chilled towels. 

The stop is one of more than 100 along nearly 1,800 miles of bikeways from Oceanside to El Cajon to Tijuana. Complete details can be found online.

Bike Month webpage

Bike Anywhere Day webpage

May 17: Street closures for La Jolla Half Marathon

Several street closures are scheduled from about 6:30 to 8:30 a.m. May 17, as the La Jolla Half Marathon begins its route at the fairgrounds before running through the City of Del Mar. 

Residents are urged to prepare for complete or partial closures of:

• Jimmy Durante Boulevard 
• Via de la Valle from Jimmy Durante Boulevard to Camino del Mar
• Southbound Camino del Mar from Via de la Valle to Coast Boulevard
• Coast Boulevard from Camino del Mar to 15th Street
• Ocean Avenue from 15th Street to 13th Street
• 13th Street from Ocean Avenue to Pacific Lane
• Pacific Lane from 13th Street to 12th Street
• 12th Street from Pacific Lane to Stratford Court
• Stratford Court from 12th Street to 4th Street
• 4th Street from Stratford Court to Camino del Mar
• Camino del Mar from 4th Street to Carmel Valley Road

Open website

Trash Talk: Did you know that...

...empty medicine and vitamins bottles and caps go in the blue recycling cart?

Learn more about the City's sustainability programs at Go Green Del Mar. 

Go Green Del Mar webpage

Spotlight: Better Buzz

In a blog post, DMVA spotlights the culinary team at Better Buzz.

Open blog post

52-Week Challenge No. 43

Project Clean Water challenges residents to pick up debris on their outings.

Open notice

Measure Q Citizen Advisory Committee (1 voting, Del Mar resident or business representative.) Closes 4:30 p.m. May 16.

Committees, Vacancies and Volunteer Requirements