2018 COE Annual Report by Encinitas Parks and Rec

20 18 ANNUAL REPORT

CITY OF ENCINITAS, CALIFORNIA

W H AT â&#x20AC;&#x2122;S I N S I D E Letter from the City Manager

A Look Back

Awards Received

Financial Snapshot

Economic Development

Housing Affordability

Public Safety

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts

Transforming Mobility

Protecting Our Coastline

Sustaining Our Environment

Public Works

City Directory

2019 Encinitas City Council Catherine S. Blakespear, Mayor Jody Hubbard, Deputy Mayor, District 3 Kellie Shay Hinze, District 2 Tony Kranz, District 1 Joe Mosca, District 4

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Greetings Encinitas Community,

L E T T E R F R O M T H E C I TY M A N A G E R

As City Manager and a long-time resident of the City of Encinitas, it is my pleasure to bring you this 2018 edition of the Annual Report. We are very proud of our successes in public safety, with a 12 percent reduction in crime, and the addition of a Peak Hour Fast Response Vehicle for the Leucadia and Saxony Canyon area to reduce overall fire response times in the City. Financially, we are on solid ground, ending the year with $4.3 million in budget savings that supported the creation of a fund for the acquisition of land for new open spaces and to pre-pay a portion of future pension responsibilities. Additionally, the City has committed approximately $54 million for the funding of 112 active Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) for the community. Another major effort has been with our Climate Action Plan which has guided the launching of many important environmental programs. One of its largest successes has been our Community Choice Energy feasibility study which determined that it is feasible for the City to partner with other cities to form an energy company to procure greener and less expensive power and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, we are studying how to best retrofit our City facilities with energy-saving improvements and added solar power with a goal to achieve 100 percent green energy for our facilities. We are also working on the transportation sector by building miles of new green striped bicycle lanes and pedestrian improvements, to provide residents the choice of walking and cycling to a greener, healthier future! We put in over 650 feet of sidewalk improvements to provide safe routes to schools. Additionally, we are greening our fleet with electric and renewable diesel vehicles along with adding City charging stations. The City’s Leucadia Streetscape project achieved two major milestones in 2018 when the City Council approved the project entitlements and certified the Environmental Impact Report, and the California Coastal Commission approved the project. The City added 900 feet of new sidewalk improvements and additional parking in Downtown Encinitas on South 101. San Diego Association of Governments’ (SANDAG) Coastal Rail Trail project in Cardiff is well underway to provide bicycle and pedestrian connectivity between Chesterfield Drive and Santa Fe Drive. Our Cardiff Living Shoreline Dune Restoration project is under construction, and will be a model to the nation of sustainable techniques to protect our coastal highway and keep sand on our beaches. It includes a trail and protects the colony of Western Snowy Plovers on the beach, a federally registered threatened species. The Cardiff State Beach has one of the largest Plover colonies in San Diego County. We have also made significant gains on the housing front. The City of Encinitas sponsored a bill, Senate Bill 1226, authored by Senator Patricia Bates. With the passing of this legislation, existing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for our residents, such as granny flats, located on their property can be legalized. It allows our residents to apply the building standards in effect at the time the units were built. We also adopted a new City ordinance that provides relief from various development standards and waives some Development Services fees. We created eight new permit-ready design plans for ADUs with a new innovative program called “PRADU.” It provides customizable plans, expedites the review process, and reduces preconstruction costs to build new ADUs. ADUs provide reasonably-priced new housing in Encinitas while maintaining the charm of our neighborhoods. I encourage residents and business owners to check out our new Customer Self Service (CSS) portal on the City’s website. CSS is a series of online tools that enable efficient transactions like permit requests, business registration, and online invoice payments. We are moving towards a 24-hour virtual City Hall by providing electronic access to documents and enabling the public to submit applications for various matters on-line. We will be building a one-stop-shop to improve customer service to our community by locating all service counters in one area for more efficient service delivery. We are undergoing a tremendous amount of improvement in our City at this time. I want to emphasize how much we appreciate your continued patience while construction of these critical projects is underway. Most importantly, I would like to express my thanks to the Mayor and City Councilmembers for their continued vision, and my gratitude to our staff who make great things happen in the City of Encinitas. I would also like to express my appreciation to the City Commissioners and the volunteers who provide hundreds of hours of selfless service to the City. Sincerely,

Karen P. Brust

Karen P. Brust | City Manager, City of Encinitas

A LO O K B A C K

SB 1226

Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit plans available for residents

sponsored state bill

new and existing business licenses issued

$ 500,000

19,723

20,032

additional paid towards unfunded pension liability

responses by Sheriff’s Department

responses by Marine Safety Department

$13.3M

budget surplus

964

building permits issued

$ $4.3M

1,107

households placed in permanent housing through Opening Doors Program

earned in sales tax

6,572

4,090

1st

responses by Fire Department

feet of sidewalks added

pedestrian crosswalks placed

miles of additional traffic calming measures added

district elections held

E S S E N T I A L S O F E N C I N I TA S

153

total miles of bike lane and trail routes

acres of City-maintained parkland

miles of pavement resurfaced

15,000

total parks trees in Encinitas’ 5 parks organically maintained award-winning urban canopy

0 new employees added to the City’s payroll

acres of beaches

miles of trails

sq. miles of land area

AWA R D S R E C E I V E D AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION (APWA) PROJECT OF THE YEAR AWARD

NORTH COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL AWARD

The American Public Works Association (APWA) San Diego and Imperial Counties chapter selected the Encinitas Moonlight Beach Marine Safety Center for the 2018 APWA Project of the Year Award. The new facility replaced an existing tower that was constructed in the mid 1950’s. The design features and technology upgrades of the new facility provide improved beach public safety and amenities for the marine safety staff and members of the public in need of assistance, including sick or injured marine life. The facility is designed to withstand 50- and 100-year storm surge events and will provide services to more than 3.5 million annual visitors to our City beaches.

The Leucadia Streetscape Project received the 2018 North County Economic Development Award by the North County Economic Development Council. This project aims to revitalize and beautify the City’s North Coast Highway Corridor and includes landscaping, roundabouts, and pedestrian and bicycling improvements. The project converts a 2.5-mile segment of coastal highway into a beach- and business-oriented destination. At $30 million, Leucadia Streetscape is one of the largest capital projects in the City’s history.

CALIFORNIA WATER ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATION (CWEA) ENGINEERING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD The City of Encinitas received an award from the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) for excellence in an engineering project for the Coast Highway 101 Pump Station Rehabilitation and Forcemain. The Achievement Award recognizes the City of Encinitas’ efforts in completing a substantially complex engineering project which combines the use of new technology and engineering innovation to rehabilitate essential infrastructure, further safeguarding the environment in which we live. GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (GFOA) CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FOR EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) awarded their Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Encinitas for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017. In order to receive this prestigious award, the published CAFR must be an easily readable and comprehensive report. The report must also satisfy both generally accepted accounting principles and applicable legal requirements. MUNICIPAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA ( MISAC ) EXCELLENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PRACTICES AWARD For the 8th year in a row, the Information Technology Division received the MISAC 2018 Excellence in Information Technology Practices Award on behalf of the City of Encinitas. This is MISAC’s highest level award, which recognizes public agency technology efforts in California cities and special districts that meet or exceed industry practices.

SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS (AEP ) OUTSTANDING PLANNING DOCUMENT OF THE YEAR AWARD The San Diego Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP) recognized Encinitas’ 2018 Climate Action Plan (CAP) with the distinguished award of Outstanding Planning Document of the Year. The Association of Environmental Professionals recognizes exceptional technical and environmental documents with their annual awards. The Outstanding Planning Document accolade honors documents created with strong public outreach and accessibility efforts that are clearly organized, easy to read, thorough, and that advance environmental design initiatives. SAN DIEGO ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS ( SANDAG ) SILVER DIAMOND AWARD The City of Encinitas earned a Silver Diamond Award from SANDAG iCommute for encouraging employees to use environmentally sustainable transportation options to get to and from work, including participation in Bike to Work Day, Rideshare Week, hosting employee workshops, offering employee bikeshare and various other activities. SAN DIEGO REGIONAL URBAN FORESTS COUNCIL BEST ARBOR DAY AWARD The City is dedicated to the planting and protection of its urban forest which is recognized as one of the City’s greatest natural resources. Sustaining trees in Encinitas’ developed environment presents a challenge, requiring careful planning and maintenance. The City received Best Arbor Day Event Award by the San Diego Regional Urban Forests Council in 2018. The City has also been designated again as a “2018 Tree City USA.”

F I N A N C I A L S N A P S H OT Encinitas’ financial outlook is as strong as ever with our balanced and completely funded budget for the 2018-2019 fiscal year. The City reported a budget surplus of $4.3 million in the 20172018 fiscal year, which reflects our history of responsible spending. With this surplus, the City was able to prepay a portion of future pension responsibilities and allocate additional funding to allow the City to purchase open space for preservation. These steps will help further secure Encinitas’ finances, now and in the future, and protect our cherished open lands. The City enjoys an AAA bond rating, which is the highest rating issued, and is a reflection of Encinitas’ strong economy and financial planning by the City Council and staff. The City of Encinitas operates on a two-year budget cycle. The 2018-2019 budget was initially approved alongside the 20172018 budget, and per the City’s procedure, it was reviewed by staff and the City Council before the start of the fiscal year on July 1, 2018. During this review and approval process, the following adjustments were adopted:

BUDGET ( F I S CA L Y E A R 2018–2019) Total Budget

$105.8 million

General Fund

$66

Capital Improvement Projects

$19.5 million

WHERE THE MONEY IS SPENT Public Safety

$31

million

Development Services

$10

million

General Government

$7.9

million

Parks, Recreation, Cultural Events

$7.6

million

Public Works

$5.4

million

Other

$4.1

million

• Additional funding for downtown sidewalk cleaning services • Continued financial support for portable bathrooms intended to provide greater access to facilities • Approved funding for public art installations on the redesigned Interstate 5 underpasses at Santa Fe Drive and Encinitas Boulevard • Reallocated funds previously earmarked for 2019-2020 to install guardrails on Encinitas Boulevard The City also contracted with Host Compliance to assist in administering and enforcing short-term rental compliance. Host Compliance’s software platform manages address identification, compliance and rental activity monitoring, and tax collection support. During this fiscal year, the City of Encinitas will invest more than $19.5 million on capital improvement projects. Just a few of the important projects scheduled to be funded include the Standard Pacific Park Site development; the annual street overlay program; various trail and park improvements; facility maintenance; and transportation safety enhancements.

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C I TY S T RAT E G I C P LA N In 2018, the City Council adopted a Strategic Plan, which reflects the vision for the City and plans for the future. The following elements represent the major areas of focus. Together these elements and their associated goals will ensure that our five unique communities are thriving as one great City. 1. ATTAIN A LEGALLY COMPLIANT HOUSING ELEMENT. Provide affordable housing for the community and follow State housing laws that will make the City eligible for future state grants. 2. MAKE THE RAIL CORRIDOR A BETTER NEIGHBOR. Pursuing quiet zones and planning safer rail crossings. 3. IMPROVE CONNECTIVITY AND MOBILITY FOR ALL USERS. Creating safer access to streets, improving local transportation infrastructure, and supporting all modes of transportation.

The City’s reserves are fully funded at $13.9 million and provide for emergencies and recessionary revenue impacts.

4. PROMOTE GREEN INITIATIVES AND PROTECT NATURAL RESOURCES (includes SB 1826).

A complete detailed budget is available on the City’s website. Residents can also find supplemental charts and visual representations of Encinitas’ finances at encinitasca.opengov.com.

Continuing the City’s long history of environmental stewardship by implementing actions that will protect the environment.

E C O N O M I C D E V E LO P M E N T NEW DIGITAL PORTAL SUPPORTS LOCAL BUSINESSES As part of its Business Registration Program, the City of Encinitas launched a self-service online portal to allow for the efficient processing of new business registrations, registration renewals for existing businesses, and online payments. Other functions of the Customer Self Service (CSS) portal include the ability to request hauling services, register residential and commercial alarm systems, submit sign and special event permits, and file short-term rental agreements, and many more. Visit the CSS at encinitasca.gov/cssonline. The Business Portal is also a new helpful guide that provides tips and directions for new and existing business owners, including topics such as startup, planning, locating, financing, and managing. Visit the Business Portal at encinitasca.gov/Business-Portal.

Customer Self Service (CSS)

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS GUIDE NEWCOMERS TO ENCINITAS In 2018, Encinitas co-hosted two workshops to assist new and current business owners. Topics included permitting and zoning, legal structures, financing, personnel, risk management, insurance, and local business resources. The events were in partnership with the San Diego County Law Library.

Attendees at a Small Business 101 Workshop

COMING IN 2019: WAYFINDING SIGNS FOR DOWNTOWN ENCINITAS A new signage program is coming to downtown Encinitas in partnership with the Encinitas 101 Mainstreet Association. The new signs will support the reduction of vehicle emissions by facilitating walking, biking, and efficient driving and parking. The signs will use artwork to identify places of interest, landmarks, and attractions. Wayfinding signs can also improve the local economy by encouraging exploration of an urban area and providing useful information to make the urban experience more enjoyable.

Rendering of a proposed wayfinding monument on the southwest corner of Vulcan Avenue and Encinitas Boulevard

H O U S I N G A F F O R D A B I L I TY CITY ADOPTS ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT LAW AND PERMIT- READY PLANS In 2018, the City of Encinitas sponsored SB 1226, its first bill in 20 years, and adopted two new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinances. These changes were put in place to support the construction of new ADUs, and to legalize previously constructed and unpermitted residential units throughout Encinitas. SB 1226 confirms that a building official has the discretion to apply the building standards that were in effect at the time a residential unit was constructed. When a building permit for a dwelling unit does not exist, the Building Official may determine when the unit was built and whether its construction complied with the building standards in place at that time. The ADU and Junior ADU Ordinances provide residents the option to build attached, detached, or interior units on their property (zoned for single or multifamily use). This means that Encinitas homeowners can construct an additional unit on their property, which could provide supplemental income to residents while simultaneously increasing Encinitasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reasonably-priced housing inventory without disrupting the aesthetics of the neighborhoods. To streamline the process, Encinitas partnered with two architects to develop eight permit-ready accessory dwelling unit (PRADU) plans. By choosing one of these pre-approved plans, a property owner can dramatically reduce pre-construction costs, and receive expedited building permits. The permit ready plans vary in square footage and number of bedrooms, ranging from a 224 sq/ft studio to a 1199 sq/ft three-bedroom unit.

Several workshops were hosted between January and March 2019 to introduce the program to residents and to support those homeowners who want to initiate the process. If you are interested in learning more about ADU development standards, building a unit on your property, or other program particulars, please visit encinitasca.gov/ADU. â&#x20AC;&#x192;

H O U S I N G S TAT I S T I C S

• The City of Encinitas has an estimated 25,920 total housing units. 21,100 of which are single-family units.

Accessory Dwelling Unit An accessory dwelling unit is an attached or detached residential dwelling unit, on the same lot as an existing single-family dwelling unit which is zoned for single-family or multifamily use, that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons. It must include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation all on the same parcel as the primary, single-family dwelling. Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit A junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU) is a residential dwelling unit that is no more than 500 square feet in area, contained entirely within an existing single-family residence, including one existing bedroom, and can have separate sanitation facilities from, or shared sanitation facilities with, the existing residence. Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit Program

• The City issued approximately 4,256 building permits for commercial and residential projects in 2018. • 147 building permits were issued in 2018 for new housing units. • 212 planning applications were processed by City staff, with 40 projects reviewed by the Planning Commission. Five projects were appealed to City Council. • 56 building permits were issued for non-restricted accessory units.

The Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit (PRADU) Program is envisioned to encourage the construction of ADUs by offering property owners a selection of pre-approved ADU buildings. The permit-ready plans will include customizable options to allow for variations in exterior materials and door and window openings to express individual owners’ tastes and respect community character. The program aims to assist property owners in creating accessory dwelling units by providing customizable and pre-approved plans, expediting the process, and reducing preconstruction fees. HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE The City of Encinitas was required to adopt a housing plan consistent with state law by April 11, 2019, after Measure U was voted down in the most recent 2018 election. The end result will be a legally-compliant plan for the current housing cycle, and momentum toward 2022 when the City will be developing a new plan for voter approval. For more information on this effort, visit: encinitasca.gov/Housing-Plan-Update-2019.

PRADU Rendering of a Studio Unit by Design Path Studio

P U B L I C S A F E TY

An Encinitas strike team assisted with the Mendocino Complex Fire in 2018, which is the largest recorded fire complex in California history.

PEAK HOUR FAST RESPONSE VEHICLE PILOT PROGRAM SERVES NORTH ENCINITAS RESIDENTS A new Peak Hour Fast Response Vehicle (FRV) Pilot Program is proudly posted at 1950 N. Coast Highway to quickly respond to requests from residents who live in the northern Leucadia and Saxony Canyon area in particular. “The Peak Hour FRV Pilot Program strengthens the Fire Department’s ability to serve the entire Encinitas community,” said Fire Chief Mike Stein. “Our goal is to have 80 percent of calls answered in less than 5 minutes, and this pilot program may help us achieve that for our residents in the north coastal part of Encinitas.”

RESIDENT READINESS AND PREPARATION In the wake of a devastating fire season, Encinitas residents are reminded to prepare an emergency supply kit and have response plans in place. A full checklist to aid preparation efforts can be found on the City’s website by searching “Emergency Preparedness.” Residents are also encouraged to sign up for Alert San Diego through the County of San Diego’s Office of Emergency Services. This service will call or text your home or mobile phone during an emergency with critical information. Sign up at readysandiego.org.

The Peak Hour FRV Pilot Program complements the six stations in Encinitas.

W I L D F I R E S T R I K E T E A M D E P LOY M E N T S Our Encinitas firefighters not only keep us safe in Encinitas, but they also assist others when emergencies strike outside the City, as they did with 17 fires in California and Oregon in 2018. 8

HERBERT TAFT NAMED SHERIFF’S CAPTAIN Herbert Taft of the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department was appointed Captain of the North Coastal Sheriff’s Station in Encinitas. In this role, Captain Taft serves as the chief of police for Encinitas, which includes managing the region’s patrol, investigations, traffic, and crime prevention among other duties. Captain Taft has served 19 years with the Sheriff’s Department and is a former Navy officer. On August 13, 2018, Taft assumed his new responsibilities and started familiarizing himself with the community in his new official capacity. “Resident and tourist safety is a continued priority,” remarked Captain Taft. “Historically, Encinitas has low crime rates, and that will be an enduring trend with the help of our dedicated team of officers and volunteers.” Mindful residents can also support peace officers in the collective goal of maintaining public safety. Details about Captain Taft and volunteer information can be found at sdsheriff.net. North Coastal Sheriff’s Captain Herbert Taft

960 PROGRAM The Sheriff’s Department 960 Hour Rehire Program was continued to June 2019 which brings two part-time retired Sheriff’s Deputies to monitor alcohol serving establishments. The deputies are deployed during the busy times of the year which include holiday weekends and the summer months.

E N C I N I TA S C R I M E RAT E S CO N T I N U E TO D E C L I N E In the most recent crime data published by San Diego Association of Government’s (SANDAG), the City of Encinitas has a documented decrease in crime rates, which were already among the lowest in the county. • 17 percent decrease in FBI Index Crimes* from 2013-2017 • 10 percent decrease in FBI Index Crimes* from 2016-2017 • Crime has dropped 12% for 2018 compared with 2017 *FBI Index Crimes include homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft. Percentages are calculated per 1,000 residents.

PA R K S, R E C R E AT I O N A N D C U LT U R A L A RT S

Rendering of the Standard Pacific Park Site Project

recreational features such as a small multi-use sports court, a pebble walk, a skate element, all – wheel pump track, adventure playgrounds, and a zip line. There will also be a fenced-in dogpark, shade structures, beautiful landscaping, and public art. Thanks to those who provided input during the process and to our professional partners, the park will be a vibrant destination in Encinitas for all to enjoy. Additional information can be found online at encinitasca.gov/standardpacificparksite. TRAIL MASTER PLAN A PET- FRIENDLY TOWN To support our pets and pet-owners, the City of Encinitas contracted with the San Diego Humane Society to offer residents a wide range of programs and services including medical care, education, cruelty/neglect prevention, and pet ownership assistance. Residents are encouraged to enjoy Encinitas’ offleash Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park and off-leash hours at Encinitas Viewpoint, Orpheus, and Sun Vista Parks. Dogs are required to be on a leash at all other parks and trails. Dogs are not allowed on City beaches.

The City Council approved the names for all of the current City trails on November 28, 2018. City staff is working on new trail signage and information kiosks at a few trail heads. One new trail connector and two new trails are currently being designed. Construction of the trails is estimated to be complete by the end of 2019.

NEW PARK ENHANCEMENTS Playground replacement projects were completed at the Mildred MacPherson Park and Encinitas Viewpoint Park. The new playground amenities include fun new play features, rubberized surfacing, and shade. The Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park also had new enhancements in 2018, which include new shade and agility equipment. STANDARD PACIFIC PARK SITE PROJECT Construction of the park at the Standard Pacific Park Site, Encinitas’ newest park located at Piraeus and Olympus Streets, is currently scheduled in August 2019 and is estimated to be complete in May 2020. The new park will include many fun 10

Rendering of the New Shade Structure for the Encinitas Community Park

Look for a new Poinsettia shade structure at Encinitas Community Park in the Spring of 2019! The shade sail structure will cover the playground and provide much needed shade for children and parents enjoying the park on a warm sunny day!

Rendering of the Santa Fe Drive Undercrossing

PUBLIC ART PROJECT ENHANCES FREEWAY UNDERCROSSING Local artists from Encinitas, including Encinitas high school students, contributed their talents to a City-funded public art project on the Caltrans redesigned Interstate 5 undercrossing at Santa Fe Drive. When completed, the permanent installation will feature 53 mosaic panels on the north and south walls of the undercrossing. The panels will reflect the culture of the five different communities of Encinitas and be an interpretation of “Encinitas Up Close,” the installation’s theme. PUBLIC ART PROGRAM LAUNCHED Orpheus, designed by renowned Encinitas artist Jeffery Laudenslager, is the first piece of public art in the City’s Sculpture Installation Program. Installed on Coast Highway 101 and the K Street Parkway, Orpheus, is a 22-foot tall kinetic sculpture made of titanium and stainless steel; it is on loan from the artist for one year. “It is a truly stunning piece as a gateway to our community,” said Commission for the Arts member Deanne Sabeck. The public art program calls for a series of temporary sculpture installations throughout Encinitas. All costs for the Orpheus installation were funded by Encinitas Friends of the Arts and a grant from the County of San Diego.

Orpheus on Coast Highway 101 and West K Street

S I G N AT U R E E V E N T S

CO N C E RT S E R I E S

PA RT N E R E V E N T S

• Arbor Day – April 13, 2019

• Summer Sunday Concerts by the Sea; series of 4 concerts at Moonlight Beach

• Dia de los Muertos with Encinitas Friends of the Arts

• Music By The Sea; series of 9 concerts

• Cardiff Dog Days of Summer with Cardiff 101 Main Street

• Egg Hunt – April 20, 2019 • Movie in the Park – May 11, 2019 and October 12, 2019 • Holiday Parade – December 7, 2019

• Wednesdays @ Noon; series of 50 concerts • iPalpiti Festival; series of 5 concerts

• Senior Expo Embracing Retirement with Encinitas Chamber of Commerce

T RA N S F O R M I N G M MOB BIILLI ITY TY SOUTH COAST HIGHWAY 101 LUMBERYARD SIDEWALK PROJECT The Lumberyard Sidewalk Improvements Project, requiring only three months to construct, provides a lifetime of benefits to the community. The project includes dedicated pedestrian sidewalk, driveways, landscaping, and parking along Highway 101 from the south end of the Lumberyard Shopping Center, down to the Swami’s/Santa Fe Pedestrian Rail Undercrossing. The project improvements mutually benefit businesses and the public, and combine with previously completed improvements at K Street to create an updated and aesthetically welcoming southern entrance to downtown Encinitas.

travel. Data and insights from the following three studies will be aggregated to provide a clear picture of how the City can advance its goal of making travel – no matter the mode of transportation – safe and convenient. RAIL CORRIDOR STUDY The Rail Corridor Study was completed in 2018 after several community meetings, workshops and public forums. Its goal was to improve east-west travel, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, parking and mobility, while maintaining community character and promoting health and safety. Long-term and short-term visions were established that include adding new crossings at key points along the rail corridor, establishing a citywide rail quiet zone and calming traffic. ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN Also completed in 2018, the Active Transportation Plan outlined how access and safety can be enhanced throughout Encinitas with particular attention to pedestrians and cyclists. The study suggested various trail, bike lane, sidewalk, and path improvements. SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS Safe routes to school and pedestrian improvements projects improve walkability, reduce traffic, benefit public health, and are designed to improve pedestrian and bicycle access in the City. Approximately $1.3 million was spent in fiscal year 2018 on these projects. Some of the projects completed in 2018 were: • Requeza Street sidewalk near the San Dieguito Union High School District • Springwood Lane Sidewalk • El Camino Real Walking Audit • Sidewalks on Mackinnon Avenue and Montgomery Avenue near the Cardiff School District • South Coast Highway 101 Sidewalk EL PORTAL PEDESTRIAN RAIL UNDERCROSSING DESIGN COMPLETE

New and Improved Sidewalk on South Coast Highway 101

COASTAL MOBILITY AND LIVABILITY STUDY CONCLUDES The City of Encinitas embarked on an initiative to create a holistic and interconnected vision for three facets of its mobility focus: the rail corridor, coastal parking, and pedestrian and bicycle 12

The City proceeded in completing the design of the El Portal Pedestrian Rail Undercrossing with anticipation that construction begins in late 2019. The project would create a pedestrian and bike underpass beneath the rail corridor, connecting active transportation users on Vulcan Avenue and Coast Highway 101, in the vicinity of Paul Ecke Central Elementary and El Portal Street. The project is funded in part through a Caltrans Cycle 2 Active Transportation Grant.

MORE GREEN PAINT FOR BIKE LANES Additional areas of green bike lane paint have been installed for approach, turn lane transitions and in areas of conflict such as driveways, where vehicles need to cross over bike lanes. Recently completed green paint projects include: • Coast Highway 101 at La Costa Avenue (northbound right turn lane transition) Green Bike Lane on La Costa Avenue

• Coast Highway 101 at Seaside (southbound right turn lane transition) • El Camino Real at Santa Fe (southbound and east bound turn lane transitions) • Encinitas Boulevard at Westlake (east- and westbound turn lane transitions) • Encinitas Boulevard west of El Camino Real (bike lane driveway turn transition) • Manchester Avenue south of El Camino Real

Green Bike Lane on Leucadia Boulevard

• Leucadia Boulevard from I-5 to El Camino Real

LEUCADIA STREETSCAPE PROJECT PROCEEDS The long-awaited project to improve roadway conditions on Coast Highway 101 in Leucadia achieved two major milestones in 2018. The City Council approved the project entitlements and certified the Environmental Impact Report in March 2018, and the California Coastal Commission approved the project in October 2018. This multi-dimensional project provides proposed benefits such as enhancing scenic areas, protecting coastal resources by adding 839 new trees to a total of 1,100 trees in the area, increasing parking and public transportation, creating safe access to the shoreline, and a convenient system for pedestrian travel. “This stretch of Coast Highway was never intended to be a way for drivers to avoid traffic on I-5,” said Development Services Director Brenda Wisneski. “With the Leucadia Streetscape, Leucadia becomes a destination and we plant to reclaim it for our community to enjoy by making it safer, slower, and more pleasant for all modes of travel.” The project will include traffic calming features; inviting bicycle and pedestrian amenities; a beautifully enhanced tree canopy and improved sidewalks, curbs, crosswalks, roundabouts, and landscaping.

Leucadia Streetscape Rendering

T R A N S F O R M I N G M O B I L I TY NORTH COAST CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS UNDERWAY

CHESTERFIELD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETED

In November 2018, construction began to extend the north and southbound HOV/carpool lanes on Interstate 5 (I-5) between Manchester Avenue and Palomar Airport Road. This is a component of the North Coast Corridor (NCC) project, which is a collaboration between local, regional, and state organizations to improve multimodal transportation and protect surrounding habitats. In addition to extending carpool lanes, the comprehensive project includes adding another train track, new bike and pedestrian trails, and the restoration of the San Elijo Lagoon.

In February 2019, the community saw the completion of the longawaited Chesterfield intersection improvements to accommodate the double-tracking of the rail line. The intersection features pedestrian and cycling improvements and will incorporate the city’s first rail crossing quiet zone anticipated in late April 2019.

Other key improvements to be completed during the first phase are (scheduled to be completed in late 2022): • 11 sound walls on portions of I-5 • 13 miles of new highway HOV/carpool lanes • 1.5 miles of new double railroad tracks • 7 miles of new bike and pedestrian paths • Over 1,200 acres of restored or preserved coastal habitat

COASTAL RAIL TRAIL – ENCINITAS Construction on Chesterfield intersection completed in February 2019

COASTAL RAIL TRAIL TO BE COMPLETE IN SPRING 2019 This SANDAG project is providing a much-needed safe pedestrian and cycling path along the east side of the railroad tracks between Chesterfield Drive and Santa Fe Drive. Construction is well under way and is anticipated to be complete in April of 2019.

Visual simulation of the Coastal Rail Trail in Cardiffby-the-Sea near Harbaugh Seaside Parkway

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Historic photo from 2010 storm with flooding in front of the Chart House Restaurant from the highway being washed over

Rendering of the new dune restoration project. The Cardiff Beach Living Shoreline Project will help protect the shoreline

DUNE RESTORATION PROJECT REPLENISHES BEACH Construction began on the Cardiff Beach Living Shoreline Project in October of 2018. The projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to protect the shoreline and Coast Highway 101 from storm surges while preserving sensitive habitats. Once completed, this picturesque stretch of Coast Highway 101 will be less vulnerable to flooding and damage with the creation of a coastal dune habitat using sand dredged from the San Elijo Lagoon annual maintenance operations. An added feature of the project includes a new pedestrian dune trail along Coast Highway 101 to establish a dedicated path for pedestrians apart from the bike path that they must currently share with cyclists. Funded by grants from the California State Coastal Conservancy and the Ocean Protection Council, the Living Shoreline Project is a collaboration between the City of Encinitas and the California Department of Parks & Recreation, California State Coastal Conservancy (SCC), United States Fish and Wildlife Service, and the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy. The project is expected to be complete in late April of 2019. For more information on the project, please visit encinitasca.gov. 15

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Attendees of the Master Composer Course in partnership with the Solana Center

COMPOSTING AND FOOD WASTE SOLUTIONS EVOLVE IN ENCINITAS In cooperation with the Solana Center, City Hall initiated a pilot composting program that could signal a new way for Encinitas to process its food waste. Using compost caddies placed in break room kitchenettes, employees conveniently dispose of their food waste for composting, so it does not end up in our local landfills. Also on the horizon is a food waste management project with EDCO, Encinitas’ provider for trash and recyclable collection services. EDCO is working to facilitate the collection of food waste as part of its existing green waste services for processing in its new regional anaerobic digester. This would allow residents to responsibly dispose of food waste without requiring an additional pickup. This would significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by avoiding methane generation from decomposing food waste in our landfills. Stay tuned for updates about the future of composting and food waste disposal. 16

CITY HOSTS GREEN ROUTINES WORKSHOPS In a series of workshops, the City of Encinitas and I Love a Clean San Diego shared information about zero waste routines. The events featured “make and take” projects like Do-It-Yourself (DIY) non-toxic cleaning supplies, so that community members could learn practical ways to reduce unnecessary waste at home. Visit ilacsd.com for more information and future events. LANDSCAPING WORKSHOP INSPIRES WATER USE EFFICIENCY Residents learned to be more efficient with their outdoor water usage at a WaterSmart landscaping workshop. Topics include soil, design, turf removal, plant selection, planning, irrigation, rainwater catchment, and implementation - all the elements needed to convert high-water-use turf to a beautiful, waterefficient landscape. To see which classes and events are being offered throughout San Diego County, visit the San Diego County Water Authority’s WaterSmart website, watersmartsd.org.

New electric vehicle charging stations at the Public Works facility for City fleet

GREEN FUELING OPTIONS FOR THE CITY’S FLEET The City converted to using renewable diesel for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Renewable diesel is a premiumquality, non-petroleum-based hydrocarbon fuel made from 100% renewable raw materials which produces less environmental impact, requires less system maintenance, and offers a longer shelf life than conventional diesel fuel. Ten electric vehicle charging stations were installed at the City’s Public Works facility for fleet vehicle use through SDG&E’s Power Your Drive program. The City’s fleet currently includes two all-electric, one plug-in hybrid, and 17 hybrid gas vehicles and will grow to include many more as the City aims to achieve a zero emission fleet by 2030. Transitioning to renewable diesel and electric powered vehicles will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions generated by the City’s fleet.

S I N G L E - U S E P LA S T I C S U PO N R E Q U E S T O N LY I N E N C I N I TA S Following the passage of AB 1884, requiring the distribution of plastic straws upon request only, the City of Encinitas Environmental Commission has recommended development of a broader local single-use plastics prohibition. Currently staff is developing ordinance language to comprehensively address single-use plastics in Encinitas.

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY PROGRAM DEEMED FEASIBLE The City of Encinitas evaluated the feasibility of forming a Community Choice Energy (CCE) program in partnership with the cities of Carlsbad, Del Mar, and Oceanside. The analysis results from a draft study were presented to City Council on February 20, 2019. According to the study, a North County CCE program could begin as early as 2021, and offer 100% renewable energy by 2030, at rates that are comparable to SDG&E’s. 17

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Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School students on the permeable asphalt for their stormwater project

STUDENTS LAUNCH WATER FILTRATION PROJECT Students from Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School completed a stormwater project implementing permeable asphalt in the school’s parking lot to filter runoff water before it reaches the ocean. In an interview with the Del Mar Times a fifth grader working on the project explained, “When it rains, we collect samples at our drains and send the samples to a lab to have them tested for pollutants. We also learn to test the samples ourselves and then analyze the results in class. ... With all this data, we can then make recommendations for ways we can reduce stormwater pollution on our campus.” The project is part of Encinitas’ Stormwater Internship Program and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program that provide immersive educational opportunities for students to study stormwater pollution on their campus and develop presentation skills along the way. Students present their findings to the Encinitas Unified School District at the end of each school year. All nine elementary schools in Encinitas participate in the program, and over the years, the program has earned several honors from the California Stormwater Association. 18

CITY STORMWATER PROGRAM KEEPS CLOSE WATCH ON CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES The City has actively enforced stormwater regulations on construction activities citywide during the heavy rain season. During the course of the wet season (beginning in October 2018), Public Works staff conducted 152 stormwater compliance inspections at construction sites, which have resulted in 33 code enforcement actions. These efforts are an integral part of the City’s efforts to keep our waterways clean while ensuring compliance with state and local stormwater regulations. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT RECEIVES FULL ACCREDITATION The Public Works Department once again received Full Accreditation status by the American Public Works Association Accreditation Council. Accreditation is awarded in recognition of the Department’s conformance to recommended management practices established by this national organization. The accreditation process involves an extensive review of the City’s policies and processes, as well as on-site interviews by Public Works professionals from around the country. Encinitas is one of only nineteen agencies in California to have achieved this recognition.

CITY ENERGY AUDIT In support of Climate Action Plan goals of improving energy efficiency and utilizing renewable energy at municipal facilities, an integrated energy assessment of the City’s buildings and parks was approved by the City Council in January 2019. This investment-grade energy audit will identify areas for improved energy efficiency and opportunities for onsite renewable energy technologies. The results of the study and a defined project scope of work will be presented to the City Council by summer 2019. The project will aim to achieve “net zero energy” usage through the installation of energy efficiency measures and solar PV, while lowering overall energy costs and supporting the City’s goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

D I D YO U K N OW? The Public Works Fleet Division runs a comprehensive in-house service center for City vehicles. Our fleet mechanics perform all kinds of maintenance and repairs as needed, even fire engine pump testing and engine rebuilds.

Solar panels on top of City Hall

LEUCADIA BENEFITS FROM UNIFIED EFFORT BETWEEN DEPARTMENTS TO ESTABLISH INNOVATIVE FLOODING SOLUTION Last year, 14 sumps were designed in-house by the Development Services Department’s Engineering Division and were installed by contractors to alleviate flooding issues in the community of Leucadia. The sump is a catch basin on the roads where water usually collects and provides a quick way to clean out water in the area. During a rainy season, the Public Works’ crews use the Vac-Con trucks to draw out the water in the sumps The Public Works’ crews assist during rain events by cleaning all sump drains before and after each storm event. Since January of 2019, over 200,000 gallons of water were removed, 750,000 feet of sewer and storm drain lines were cleaned, 1,655 storm drain boxes were cleaned, and over 82,000 feet of underground pipes were inspected using Closed Circuit Televisions (CCTVs).

UPCOMING CITY HALL IMPROVEMENTS Public Works recently contracted with an architect to provide assistance with much-needed renovations at City Hall. Some of the upcoming improvements will include: • Replacement of the Fire Sprinkler System • Lighting Retrofit • Interior & Exterior Painting • Carpet Replacement • Security Upgrades • One Stop Shop Center These updates will improve the functionality of the building and reduce overall facility maintenance and repair costs.

Public Works’ crew members in front of a sump in Leucadia

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