Tuesday, March 3, is World Wildlife Day, and it’s also when we’ll host this year’s annual meeting on Carlsbad’s Habitat Management Plan. It’s a fitting date to highlight the work happening year-round to protect our city’s natural open space and the plants and animals that depend on it.

Adopted more than two decades ago, the Habitat Management Plan guides how we conserve and manage sensitive lands across the city. To date, 6,235 acres of open space have been preserved to support threatened species and maintain habitat connectivity throughout Carlsbad.

At the meeting, city staff and preserve managers will share updates from the past year, including habitat restoration, species monitoring and ongoing stewardship efforts. The annual report will also be presented.

Habitat Management Plan annual meeting
Tuesday, March 3
10 a.m. to noon
1635 Faraday Ave.
Conference Room 173B

If you’re unable to attend, a recording will be posted on the city’s website. I’ll also share highlights and a link to the annual report in a future City Manager’s Update.

Protecting our natural environment remains a key priority in the City Council’s 5-Year Strategic Plan. The Habitat Management Plan continues to play an important role in carrying out that work while maintaining the character that makes Carlsbad unique.

More information
Habitat Protection webpage
Habitat Management Plan
March 3 Habitat Management Plan annual meeting