Archive for the ‘Safety’ Category

Update on Mailbox Break-ins

Posted on: January 9th, 2026

The mail carrier serving the south mesa has informed us that all of the master locks have been replaced on the mailboxes that were broken into. Please report any new break-ins to the local post office supervisor, Carrie Mannon at 760-753-1415 or your mail carrier.

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New State Laws for 2026 – e-bikes and emoto bikes

Posted on: December 28th, 2025

There were two laws that go into effect in 2026 regarding e-bikes that you should be aware of. The community has many children with traditional e-bikes or emoto bikes, which are considered to be illegal except for off-road use. These emoto bikes cannot be used on streets or sidewalks. Electric Bicycles:Required Equipment (AB 544, Davies): Mandates that […]

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Amendment of the City of Encinitas Municipal Code – Time limit parking on residential streets

Posted on: December 27th, 2025

At the August 20, 2025 City Council meeting, Council Member O’Hara agendized a council initiated item, #12B, regarding the need for design and implementation of a time parking system on residential streets. This will allow the city to prepare for the unintended consequences of additional housing developments such as Quail Meadows. The current municipal code […]

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Mailbox Break-ins

Posted on: December 24th, 2025

As of Wednesday, December 24th  at 4 PM, there have been three break-ins of mailboxes in Encinitas Ranch. These are on Paseo de las Flores, Samuel Court and Heritage Lane. In addition the thieves also hit the mailboxes at the apartment buildings on Quail Gardens Drive next to Encinitas Blvd. The thieves broke the master […]

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Olivenhain Fire Safe Council

Posted on: October 25th, 2025

Most of Encinitas Ranch is located in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. It is incumbent on all of us to be well prepared in the event of a wildfire. One of the five districts in Encinitas, Olivenhain, has done a great job in raising awareness, helping residents create defensible spaces around their homes, […]

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Key Findings from break-ins

Posted on: October 2nd, 2025

One of our board members, Steve Liu, recently interviewed homeowners who live in Quail Ridge and had experienced a home break-in. He was able to summarize his findings and we wanted to pass those along to everyone in the community. This is excellent information that can be used to minimize the chances of you experiencing […]

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