Backyard Composting Basics Workshop 

Join Solana Center for a 2-hour workshop at Weidner's Gardens where you will learn the basics of traditional backyard composting. Using trial-tested advice and demonstrations, experienced educators will teach you everything you need to know to get started with a bin that fits your needs and lifestyle.

This workshop will cover: 

- What composting is and why it is important
- Various types of compost bin options
- How to select the best bin for your needs
- What tools and materials you’ll need to get started
- Understanding which items are compostable and which items to avoid
- How to build, maintain and troubleshoot a compost pile

Date: Saturday, Oct. 22

Time: 10 a.m. to noon 

Location: Weidner’s Gardens, 695 Normandy Road     

To register in advance, visit the Solana Center website.

Zero-Waste Parenting Webinar

The City of Encinitas and I Love a Clean San Diego are partnering up to help you learn tips and tricks on zero-waste parenting. This webinar will focus on the importance of involving children in the decision-making process surrounding sustainable choices and emphasizing our connection to the planet. Young children will learn how to integrate low-waste habits into daily routines in achievable ways including toys, snacks, birthday parties, activities and school supplies. 

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 26

Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. 

To register in advance, visit the I Love a Clean San Diego website.

Purchase a Discounted Rain Barrel

Customers of San Dieguito Water District, Olivenhain Municipal Water District, Santa Fe Irrigation District and Carlsbad Municipal Water District can purchase discounted rain barrels and pick them up at the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation. Collecting rainwater for future use saves drinking water and money, and reduces irrigation runoff that can carry pollutants into local waterways and beaches. 

To purchase a rain barrel, visit the Solana Center website.

Help Us Reduce Noise, Emissions and Dust 

As of Jan. 20, 2020, gas-powered leaf blowers are prohibited from use in the City of Encinitas. Electric and battery-powered leaf blowers are available options. Permissible leaf blowers may be used between 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays. Help us reach our goal of reducing local greenhouse gas emissions by 41% by 2030!

Find Places to Explore and Play on the OuterSpatial App

The free OuterSpatial app is an easy, fun and engaging tool allowing users to find information on hiking, biking, horseback riding trails and Encinitas’ amazing parks, beaches and viewpoints. Think of the app as a digital visitor center for parks, beaches and trails in Encinitas, California and beyond. On the app, you’ll find information with pictures, facility amenities, detailed descriptions and links to help you find something new or prepare you for your park visits and trail experiences.

The app will launch this week and features 25 areas, including favorites like Moonlight Beach, Encinitas Ranch area trails and Encinitas Community Park. Additionally, the app features over 60 trail segments and main trail areas, as well as access points, parking and more. In the coming weeks and months, look for recommended routes, interesting walks and hikes, helpful articles and tips. 

Download the app today in the App Store or on Google Play. 

For more information and links to the app, visit the OuterSpatial website. 

Development Services Department 

Please be advised that Tuesday Dec. 20 is the final day that building permit submittals will be accepted through the Customer Self-Service (CSS) portal before the City’s December holiday closure. We’d like to ask that you submit your building permit as soon as possible to meet the deadline for compliance with the 2019 codes, as opposed to the 2022 codes, which will go into effect after Jan. 1, 2023. 

MyEncinitas App – Available Now!

The MyEncinitas App is a digital portal that allows users to obtain information related to City services and request assistance. Through the app, residents can find online information, report an issue, learn about City projects and more.

Please visit the City’s website to download the app today!

Next Council Meeting >>

Wednesday, October 26

This meeting will be in person.

Agendas & Webcasts

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