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Issue No. 337 · November 21, 2025
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sand accumulation at bridge

Consultant to quantify sand buildup

As planning advances to replace the Camino Del Mar Bridge over the San Dieguito River, the City Council on Nov. 17 approved a $50,000 amendment to a consultant's contract to quantify a buildup of beach sand surrounding the bridge and on the river bottom.


The amendment to the engineering design services agreement with Kleinfelder, Inc., expands the firm’s scope of work to include beach and river surveys to create new plan sheets and revise existing ones.


While the added tasks are not expected to delay the timeline, an independent review of the complexities of the project has expanded the estimate of the construction phase from 36 to 50 months.


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sand buildup at CDM bridge

SANDAG RAIL PROJECTS
Sea Cliff Coastal Trail

For the next several weeks, bluff stabilization work will require the closure of a pedestrian trail between 4th Street and Sea Cliff Way. In a notice, SANDAG announced that additional work on the trail itself will "improve trail conditions and enhance safety and resilience along the bluffs."
piledriving rig on buff

SANDAG rail construction notice: Week of Nov. 24

In a weekly notice to the City of Del Mar, SANDAG covers planned construction activities for the Del Mar Bluffs 5 Stabilization Project and geotechnical testing for the proposed LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project.


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

PUBLIC SAFETY
sheriff's star

Crime blotter: Nov. 14-20

Incidents: 0


Source: San Diego County Sheriff's Department

COMMUNITY BRIEFS
centerpiece

Jazz up your Thanksgiving table with a colorful "succulent pumpkin arrangement" hand-crafted by members of the Del Mar Garden Club. The one-of-a-kind centerpieces can be purchased from noon to 4 p.m. tomorrow at the Del Mar Farmers Market, 1050 Camino Del Mar.

Happy holidays! Extended weekend and holiday parking begins in downtown Del Mar

To welcome the holiday season, we are extending parking in downtown Del Mar during weekends and holidays.


Two-hour parking in the town center and the L’Auberge Del Mar garage will not be enforced during the following periods:

  • 5 p.m. Nov. 26 through 9 a.m. Dec. 1;
  • 5 p.m. Dec. 5 through 9 a.m. Dec. 8;
  • 5 p.m. Dec. 12 through 9 a.m. Dec. 15; and
  • 5 p.m. Dec. 19 through 9 p.m. Jan 1.

Parking restrictions will continue to be enforced on all 20-minute spaces and metered spaces on Maiden Lane and Coast Boulevard.
canned food receptacle

Today through Dec. 17: Canned food drive 

In cooperation with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, the City of Del Mar is hosting a canned food drive through Dec. 17 and has placed collection receptacles at the Del Mar Civic Center and the Beach Safety Center. A flyer from the food bank lists most-needed food items.


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CEA logo

Discounted power rates offered through PeakSmart program

The Clean Energy Alliance, Del Mar's default electricity provider, offers up to 30% savings on electricity to participants of the PeakSmart Savers program. Details can be found online.


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lifeguards at cheering station

Del Mar lifeguards and firefighters cheered participants last week during the Susan G. Komen 3-Day walk.

SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Trash Talk graphic

Trash Talk: Did you know...

...that sanitizing wipes go in the gray trash cart?


Go Green Del Mar webpage

DEL MAR VILLAGE ASSOCIATION
clinking glasses

Dec. 7: Winter Taste & Sip

Nibble and sip your way across downtown Del Mar as our many fine eateries lay out offerings from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7. 


Throughout town, a variety of artists will perform festive music. 


Meanwhile, guests can pop by Del Mar Plaza for a photo with Santa, play in the snow at St. Peter's Episcopal Church and stay for a 5 p.m. tree lighting at the amphitheater at Camino Del Mar and 15th Street.


Holiday Events webpage

DEL MAR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Cookies and Cocoa guests

Dec. 12: Cookies & Cocoa Holiday Party

Don't miss Del Mar Community Connections' Cookies & Cocoa Holiday Party, a very-tasty gathering from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Del Mar Civic Center. 


Hosted by the Social Good Times Committee, the fun includes live music, Name That Tune, a hot cocoa bar, homemade cookies and an appearance by a jolly old friend. 


Guests are encouraged to bring a contribution for the annual toy drive.


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Del Mar Community Connections enriches the lives of older adults with social and wellness programming and other essential services. Call: 858-792-7565.

COMMITTEE VACANCIES
town hall

Measure Q Citizen Advisory Committee (1 voting business representative [preferred] or resident member). Closes 4:30 p.m. Nov. 21.


Traffic and Parking Advisory Committee (1 voting, resident member). Closes 4:30 p.m. Nov. 21.


Committees, Vacancies and Volunteer Requirements

CALENDAR

Thursday, Nov. 27

  • City offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday.

Friday, Nov. 28

  • City offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
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THE NATURE OF DEL MAR
Rainbow

Proof that Del Mar beach is a pot of gold. Photo: Udo Wahn

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