Happy Fourth of July!

Happy Independence Day!

As our great nation celebrates its 249th birthday, the City of Del Mar is set to host its busiest holiday. 

The fun includes a homegrown parade and get-together at Powerhouse Park organized by the Del Mar Foundation.

At 9 a.m., Cub Scout Pack 734 will lead a flag salute and Del Mar Community Connections' "Singing Together" group will perform the National Anthem. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m.

A full closure of Coast Boulevard between 15th and 20th streets is scheduled from 8:30 to 11 a.m. to allow for the parade. Participants are encouraged to decorate bikes, strollers and wagons and dress themselves and their dogs in red, white and blue. Please leave E-bikes at home. Gather at Powerhouse Park afterward for cookies and lemonade, to greet Uncle Sam and sing patriotic songs.

Throughout the day, residents can expect parking restrictions at many locations along the beach colony and North Hills neighborhoods.

A full complement of Community Services, Lifeguard, Fire Department and Public Works staff will be on hand. So will extra Sheriff's deputies.

Residents and visitors are reminded that alcohol may not be consumed on City beaches, parks and streets.

Safety officials add that the safest way to enjoy Fourth of July fireworks is to attend a professional display. In the City of Del Mar, the possession of fireworks is a misdemeanor punishable by a $1,000 fine or arrest. Fireworks such as sparklers, poppers and sky lanterns are dangerous and illegal.

Have a fun and safe Fourth!

Today: City offices closed for Independence Day

City offices are closed today in observance of Independence Day. All essential public safety and public works services will be uninterrupted. We will be back to business as usual on Monday, July 7. Have a great holiday!

Monday: Council to recognize Jan McMillan

Jan McMillan—former City Council member and mayor, library volunteer and supporter of the San Dieguito Lagoon—will receive a City of Del Mar proclamation for her service to the community 4:30 p.m. Monday, July 7.

McMillan served on City Council from 1988 to 1996 and was mayor in 1990 and 1994.

Watch meeting

Bluffs stabilization activities: July 4-10

In its weekly notice to the City of Del Mar, SANDAG covers planned construction activities, work at night and on the beach, and closures associated with the Del Mar Bluffs 5 Stabilization Project. The project is scheduled to continue through mid 2027.

Open SANDAG notice

July 16: Deadline to reserve bins for Fuel Reduction Program

Don't miss the July 16 deadline to reserve bins for the annual Fuel Reduction Program. 

To reduce wildfire risk, the Fire Department urges all households to reserve—and fill— the bins with trimmings and yard waste.

At no charge, residents can order delivery of up to two, three-yard bins.

The program runs from July 21 through Aug. 8.

In related activity, the Fire Department is scheduling inspections of residential properties in the new Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone to reduce the threat of vegetation fires in Del Mar. 

To schedule an inspection, contact the Fire Department: weedabatement@delmar.ca.us.

Reserve bins

Schedule an inspection

Fuel Reduction Program flyer

Crime blotter: June 27-July 3

Incidents: 0

Source: San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Trash Talk: Did you know...

...that inedible fruit from backyard trees goes in the green recycling cart?

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

Go Green Del Mar webpage

52-Week Challenge No. 51

Project Clean Water challenges residents to participate in a morning-after mess cleanup.

Open notice

Measure Q Citizen Advisory Committee (1 voting, Del Mar resident or business representative.) Closes 4:30 p.m. July 11.

Traffic and Parking Advisory Committee (1 voting, resident member) closes 4:30 p.m. July 11).

Committees, Vacancies and Volunteer Requirements