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Fifth phase of Del Mar bluff stabilization to begin this month

DEL MAR — Crews will kick off a three-year, $78 million bluff stabilization project in Del Mar later in March with the goal of protecting the coastal train tracks, improving drainage and preventing bluff failures over the coming decades. The project, expected to begin March 21, is the fifth of…

It’s hard to believe that the home of the Del Mar Fairgrounds is actually the smallest city in San Diego. Doing a little free association, the name Del Mar conjures up images of carnival rides and cotton candy, thoroughbreds and beautiful beaches and the world-class Torrey Pines Golf Course.“Where the surf meets the turf” is the tagline for the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club’s annual meet. But for the rest of the year for residents, it’s just called home. Some amazing chefs slice, dice and sauté in the city’s fine dining establishments.

Population: Approximately 4,540

Housing units: Approximately 2,175

Median income: $120,966