Legislative platform approved

On Tuesday, the City Council approved its 2025 Legislative Platform, which will help us continue to look out for Carlsbad’s interests in Sacramento and Washington D.C.

01/16/2025 9:45 AM

City fire hydrants

The city has received some questions about reports that fire hydrants ran out of water during the height of the fires in Los Angeles, including concerns about that happening here.

01/14/2025

City Manager's Update, Jan. 9, 2025

I wanted to begin this week’s update by sending my well wishes to those affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles.

01/09/2025 7:30 PM

City Manager's Update, Jan. 2, 2025

First and foremost, Happy New Year! I’m honored to begin 2025 as your City Manager and very much looking forward to taking you along as we work to keep Carlsbad the wonderful community that it is.

01/02/2025 6:30 PM

City Manager's Update, Dec. 26, 2024

I wanted to begin today’s update with a big thank you to everyone who wrote in after my first update last week. Your well wishes meant a lot as I begin serving as your new City Manager. Many of you also told me you enjoyed the behind-the-scenes story that pulled back the curtain on the unique way

12/26/2024 6:30 PM

City Manager's Update, Dec. 19, 2024

Many of you have asked if this weekly update would continue once I became your City Manager. Well, today was my first official day, and this evening I am pleased to share my very first City Manager’s Update.

12/19/2024 6:30 PM

City Manager's Update, Dec. 12, 2024

With Thanksgiving a little later this year, the holidays are coming up quickly. Today I’ll tell you about three upcoming events to help you get into the spirit, along with these updates:

12/12/2024 5:55 PM

DUI Checkpoint Scheduled 12/13

The City of Carlsbad Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, Dec. 13, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city.

12/12/2024

Elected officials sworn in

Newly elected officials in the City of Carlsbad took their Oath of Office Tuesday, following the city’s certification of the official election results.

12/10/2024 5:30 PM

City Manager's Update, Dec. 5, 2024

As promised, today I have more news to share about the upcoming City Manager transition. I’ll give you all the details (including the unique connection my successor has to this newsletter).

12/05/2024 6:00 PM

Sustainable holiday tips

No matter where you are in your holiday preparations, these ideas can help you create a memorable season while reducing waste and conserving resources.

12/05/2024 11:14 AM

Sustainable Carlsbad newsletter

Updates on the Climate Action Plan, winter tips and easy ways to make a difference this season.

12/05/2024 10:00 AM

New City Manager announced

The Carlsbad City Council has named Geoff Patnoe, the city’s current Assistant City Manager and an over 20-year veteran of local government, to be Carlsbad’s next City Manager, starting Dec. 19.

12/04/2024 6:52 AM

Prevent holiday package theft

Holiday package theft is unfortunately common, especially during the festive season when people order gifts online and get them delivered to their door. As this holiday season begins, the Police Department is joining forces with the community to prevent package theft.

11/26/2024

How to shop safely online

Shopping for the holidays online offers convenience by allowing you to explore items from various sellers, easily compare prices and buy from the comfort of your home.

11/26/2024

Shopping safety tips

As the holiday season approaches, an influx of shoppers is expected to frequent our popular shopping areas. With this surge, there's a heightened risk of holiday shopping-related crimes, along with increased local road traffic.

11/26/2024

City commission applications open

11/22/2024

City Manager's Update, Nov. 21, 2024

As you get prepared for next week’s Thanksgiving holiday, I’ll reveal why stopping one common holiday tradition could have a surprising benefit to our environment (and your wallet).

11/21/2024 9:00 PM

City Manager announces departure

Carlsbad City Manager Scott Chadwick will leave his position after seven years with the City of Carlsbad to join the Port of San Diego as its next President and Chief Executive Officer.

11/21/2024 10:59 AM

Local control of airport expansion

Earlier this year, the City Council asked staff to propose updates to city codes and policies to clarify city land-use authority over any future project that would expand McClellan-Palomar Airport. On Tuesday, staff returned with those changes. The City Council held a public hearing and approved the

11/21/2024