Community Pulse
What residents are talking about in Encinitas public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
29 topics in environment
Environment
Tree Coverage and Air Quality
Highway 101 Tree Canopy and Streetscape Design
Draft 2026 Climate Action Plan Update
International Dark Sky Week
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS / POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF (30 MINUTES)
Glue Traps
Kimmie York to Present The Sand Toy Recycling Project
Climate Action Plan
2026 Climate Action Plan Update and Cost Analysis
Public Hearing to Receive Testimony Regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Encinitas Landscape and Lighting District
Student Environmental Projects and Efforts
Staff Update on the Master Tree Species List: Fire Department’s Process for Designating “Plant” and “Do Not Plant” Categories. Superintendent Tobin.
Stormwater Infrastructure and Flood Prevention
Surfline Coastal Intelligence
Public hearing to consider the introduction of City Council Ordinance No. 2026-07 to adopt a native plant ordinance
A Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Encinitas and Encinitas Environment Day for a community special event at Encinitas Community Park.
Smoke-Free Multi-Family Housing
Beach sand and coastal maintenance
Indoor Smoking and Third-Hand Smoke Disclosure Law
Native Plant Ordinance Implementation
Ocean Conservation
Smoke-Free Multi-Unit Housing
Resource Management Element Update & Rewilding Mandates
Climate Change & Gun Safety
Environmental Policy & Housing
Infrastructure & Public Property
Sand Toy Recycling Pilot Program at Moonlight Beach
Update on local energy and green building codes.
In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Encinitas from local and regional media.
Encinitas planners OK final map for Torrey Crest subdivison
Encinitas planners OK final map for Torrey Crest subdivison
San Diego region prepares for Tropical Cyclone Rachel this weekend
San Diego region prepares for Tropical Cyclone Rachel this weekend
Coastal Commission rejects Ponto park push, clears way for housing
Coastal Commission rejects Ponto park push, clears way for housing
🌱 Patch AM: Why is Encinitas paying for homeless shelter beds 30 miles away?
Hello again Encinitas! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️ Winter calendars are filling up! Hosting a winter event in Encinitas? Get the word out now. Post it on Patch s...
Oct 22, 2026🌱 Patch AM: Why Encinitas is paying for homeless shelter beds 30 miles away.
Good morning Encinitas! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️ In today's newsletter:Why Encinitas is paying for homeless shelter beds 30 miles away.What th...
Oct 21, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How Encinitas just changed rentals, homelessness strategy and cultural tourism
Good morning Encinitas! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:How Encinitas just changed rentals, homelessness strategy and cultur...
Oct 20, 2026A Tale of Two Cities: Homeless Shelter Deal Sparks Dispute in San Diego County
A Tale of Two Cities: Homeless Shelter Deal Sparks Dispute in San Diego County California City News
Oct 20, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How a $350 fee hike could reshape Encinitas manufactured-home living.
Good day Encinitas! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:How a $350 fee hike could reshape Encinitas manufactured-home living.Also on toda...
Oct 19, 2026Encinitas mobile home park residents gain council support for rent protection
People facing double-digit rent increases at an Encinitas mobile home park successfully lobbied the City Council on Wednesday to look into an “urgency” measure that would freeze park rental rates on a short-ter...
Oct 19, 2026Encinitas, school district reach agreement on ‘all outstanding issues’ related to school project
Encinitas, school district reach agreement on ‘all outstanding issues’ related to school project San Diego Union-Tribune
Oct 19, 2026🌱 Patch AM: What Encinitas’ new shelter-bed deal means for local unhoused residents
Hello Encinitas! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️ In today's newsletter:What Encinitas' new shelter-bed deal means for local unhoused residentsWhy is Encinitas sending unhoused residents to a Nation...
Oct 18, 2026🌱 Patch AM: How Encinitas’ new $380,000 shelter deal will affect local unhoused residents
Good morning Encinitas! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️ 🎃 Hosting a Halloween event in Encinitas? Let Patch get the word out for you. Post it to the ...
Oct 17, 2026