Sunny beach days keep lifeguards, public works busy

Busy days at beaches and parks mean busy days for the lifeguards and maintenance crews who keep the spaces safe and clean.

During the Fourth of July weekend, the Public Works Department removed nearly 2 1/2 tons of trash from Del Mar's beaches and parks.

SANDAG bluffs stabilization activities: July 25-31

In its weekly notice to the City of Del Mar, SANDAG covers planned construction activities for the Del Mar Bluffs 5 Stabilization Project. The project is scheduled to continue through mid 2027.

Open SANDAG notice

Rope rescue drills for "Super A" junior lifeguards

Members of Del Mar's "Super A Junior Lifeguard Program" completed rope rescue drills this week. 

The program prepares14- and 15-year-old junior guards to apply for jobs as seasonal lifeguards when they reach the hiring age of 16. 

Crime blotter: July 17-24

Incidents: 0

Source: San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Historical Society seeks new members

The Del Mar Historical Society is campaigning for new members. Apply online.

"Whether you’re a resident or frequent visitor, you already know that Del Mar is one of the most unique villages imaginable!" the society says on its website.

Open website

Aug. 7: Blood drive at Civic Center

The Rotary Club of Del Mar is hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Del Mar Civic Center lower parking lot. 

Donors can receive a limited-edition, MARVEL Fantastic Four T-shirt. 

Walk-ins are welcome. Donors are advised to arrive hydrated and to bring a photo ID. Register online.

Register

Trash Talk: Did you know...

...that stale cereals and bread go in the green organic recycling cart?

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

Go Green Del Mar webpage

Prepping for National Water Quality Month

In its July newsletter, Project Clean Water leads with a preview of National Water Quality Month, together with tips for "small, everyday actions you can start taking to reduce waste from entering our storm drains."

Open newsletter

Measure Q Citizen Advisory Committee (1 voting, Del Mar resident or business representative.) Closes 4:30 p.m. July 25.

Traffic and Parking Advisory Committee (1 voting, resident member) closes 4:30 p.m. July 25.

Finance Committee (1 voting, resident member) closes 4:30 p.m. Aug. 1.

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