The community has hired BPR Inc. to make numerous repairs of sidewalks across all of Encinitas Ranch to eliminate trip hazards or any uplifting of concrete slabs. They will start work on Wednesday, April 9th then return on Monday the 14th through Wednesday the 16th. The schedule is subject to change largely due to weather […]
The annual tree trimming work has been completed for 2025 by Enhanced Arbor Management. For select species of trees the arborist and their crew may return for some additional tree trimming later this year. At the same time several species of trees are being treated for various problems. The large canary palm at the entrance […]
Three Appeals Submitted to Coastal Commission Encinitas Citizens for Responsible Development (ECRD) is appealing the City Council’s February 12th approval of plans for the 448-unit Quail Meadows Apartments project to the California Coastal Commission. Filed this month, the appeal argues that the Coastal Commission must review the developer’s site plan and how it would impact […]
As California faces an increasing risk of wildfires, the City of Encinitas Fire Department is reaching out to communities to provide vital fire safety information and gather important feedback from residents. To support this effort, attached is a Defensible Space Flyer with guidelines and best practices for creating defensible space around homes. Additionally, the Fire […]
Just recently the state of California and the Office of the State Fire Marshall (OSFM) started to provide updates to the maps showing fire hazard severity zones. Those maps are used by insurance companies to help them determine hazards and risks and ultimately to set homeowners insurance rates. In addition, those maps can help guide […]
Encinitas continues to improve bike safety with the completion of new “Cross-Bikes” on Encinitas Boulevard at Balour Drive and Via Cantebria, and on Manchester Avenue at Mira Costa College. These dedicated bike crossings, newly painted in a distinctive bright lime green, are designed to enhance visibility and safety for cyclists. Cross-Bikes are specifically designated for […]