5-year vision

The City of Carlsbad remains one of the safest cities in the region due to new investments in fire and emergency medical services and a well-equipped and highly trained Police Department that enjoys excellent relationships with the community. Critical infrastructure like roads and pipes are well-maintained, while parks, community centers, libraries and other facilities reflect the community’s high standards.

Objectives

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1. Enhance the quality of life for everyone in Carlsbad by adopting and implementing an updated Homeless Response Plan that addresses the complex needs of individuals experiencing, or at risk of experiencing homelessness in a compassionate and effective manner and reduces the impacts of homelessness on the community.
2. Foster strong relationships between community members and members of the Police Department, including the formation of a community-police engagement commission.
3. Bring Fire Department up to Standards of Cover to ensure the city is prepared to meet the community’s changing fire and emergency medical needs.
4. Manage, maintain and enhance the city’s roadway to provide a safe, efficient and cost-effective multi-modal transportation system.

Priority projects

Program spotlight: Reducing homelessness

Homelessness is one of the most challenging issues facing cities today. The City of Carlsbad was one of the first in the region to establish a Homeless Outreach Team in the Police Department, which coordinates with our Housing & Homeless Services Department to reduce the impacts of homelessness on the community. Providing access to federal, state and regional resources and providing hands on case management helps transition people into permanent housing.

Police Department

Christie Calderwood, Police Chief
christie.calderwood@carlsbadca.gov
442-339-2216

Fire Department

Michael Calderwood, Fire Chief
michael.calderwood@carlsbadca.gov
442-339-2141 

Housing & Homeless Services

Mandy Mills, Housing & Homeless Services Director
mandy.mills@carlsbadca.gov
442-339-2907

Transportation

Tom Frank, Transportation Director/City Engineer
tom.frank@carlsbadca.gov
442-339-2766