We are busy maintaining infrastructure, improving traffic flow and enhancing neighborhood quality of life through a variety of projects happening around town. Here are some highlights of projects that have been planned or are currently in the design process. 

Neighborhood Quality of Life and Safety

Barrio lighting
Carlsbad Village lighting improvements

Streets, Traffic and Mobility

Barrio traffic calming
El Camino Real
Kelly and Park
Safe Routes to School
South Carlsbad coastline
Tamarack area coastal improvements
Terramar area coastal improvements
Tyler Street
Valley and Magnolia 

Parks

Robertson Ranch Park
Veterans Memorial Park

City Buildings

City Hall and Civic Center
Monroe Street Pool
Orion Center

    5-year Project Plan

    The city's Capital Improvements Program maps out major projects and how they will be funded. Each year, the City Council approves this plan along with the city budget. See project map.

    CIP dashboard

     

    Project updates

    Strategic Plan progress

    Post Date:02/25/2026 11:57 AM

    The Carlsbad City Council this week received the latest annual update on its 5-Year Strategic Plan, outlining progress on major initiatives and priorities that continue to shape the city’s work.

    The report highlights progress across all five strategic goals and continued work on 65 priority projects. It also helps guide upcoming budget discussions by aligning funding decisions with the City Council’s long-term priorities.

    Adopted in October 2022 and inspired by the Carlsbad Community Vision, the Strategic Plan provides a clear framework for delivering results in five key areas:

    • Maintain Carlsbad’s unique community character
    • Prioritize the safety and well-being of the community
    • Protect the environment and natural resources
    • Foster a healthy economy
    • Be a model for effective and efficient local government

    By establishing a five-year roadmap, the City Council created a structured approach to advancing complex, multi-year projects while continuing to deliver essential city services.

    Priority projects completed 2025 

    Since the last annual update, several priority projects have been completed: 

    The annual report offers a detailed look at work completed to date and priorities for the year ahead. Community members can also follow ongoing progress through the city’s online Strategic Plan dashboard, providing an overview of progress toward the plan’s goals.

    More information
    Strategic Plan annual progress report
    Strategic Plan dashboard
    Feb. 24 City Council meeting video
    Feb. 24 City Council staff report

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