In this week’s update, you’ll find details for this Friday’s TGIF concert – the last at Calavera Hills before we move to Alga Norte Community Park for the final two shows of the season.
08/06/2026 5:30 PM
State housing laws are shaping local development projects, highlighting new traffic safety improvements and showing how we’re keeping Carlsbad’s parks and recreation facilities in great shape.
07/30/2026 5:30 PM
Construction on Veterans Memorial Park started this week, so I'm kicking off today's update with a virtual tour video of what will become our city’s largest park.
07/23/2026 5:30 PM
As Park and Recreation Month continues, we're sharing a behind-the-scenes look at construction of the Monroe Street Pool improvements, plus how to share input on new public art planned for the Barrio.
07/16/2026 5:30 PM
In today’s update, I’ll share what’s next for Veterans Memorial Park, along with details about this week’s TGIF concert.
07/09/2026 5:30 PM
The holiday weekend is always busy in Carlsbad, so today I’ll be sharing some community safety tips, including a reminder about our new ordinance to curb illegal fireworks.
07/02/2026 5:30 PM
Summer is officially underway in Carlsbad, and that was especially apparent at the first TGIF summer concert of the season last Friday at Stagecoach Park. Thanks to everyone who kicked off the festivities! I’m sharing more details on this Friday’s concert in today’s update.
06/25/2026 5:30 PM
The City Council adopted a balanced budget Tuesday for the fiscal year beginning July 1 that invests in wildfire mitigation and public safety, resumes the College Boulevard road extension analysis and funds the construction of Veterans Memorial Park.
06/18/2026 5:30 PM
This week, I’ll update you on the action the City Council took on Tuesday to advance our proactive Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
06/11/2026 6:00 PM
If you’ve headed north on El Camino Real between College and Jackspar recently, you’re probably noticing traffic flowing more smoothly.
06/04/2026 6:00 PM
There’s a lot to celebrate in Carlsbad with graduation season here and our TGIF Concerts in the Park series just around the corner.
05/28/2026 5:30 PM
I’ve got several important updates to share as we head into Memorial Day weekend. First, at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, staff presented the proposed budget for the next fiscal year beginning July 1
05/21/2026 5:30 PM
This week, I’ll give you a first look at next fiscal year’s proposed budget. I’m also sharing opportunities for you to weigh in on public art coming to the Barrio and a plan to improve traffic safety near Kelly Elementary.
05/14/2026 6:00 PM
Wildfire preparedness is top of mind as we head into warmer, drier months, especially with recent brushfires in neighboring cities.
05/07/2026 5:30 PM
With National Bike Safety Month starting Friday, I’m beginning today’s update with reminders about getting around town safely, along with a refresher on our new e-bike laws that took effect in March.
04/30/2026 6:00 PM
I’m starting this week’s update with a behind-the-scenes video of our crew installing the new all-way stop signs at Madison Street and Grand Avenue in the Village.
04/23/2026 6:00 PM
We’re in store for a beautiful weekend, so I wanted to start with an update on the improvements the city is making to the beach stairs and sidewalk along picturesque Carlsbad Boulevard. This video brings you up to speed on the project along the walkway, and I’ll have more details in today's update.
04/16/2026 5:30 PM
This week, we’re sharing a preview of construction plans to widen the next section of El Camino Real, an update on proposed Terramar street improvements and a look ahead to our Earth Day Celebration later this month.
04/09/2026 5:30 PM
A new interactive annual report from our Fire Department plus, a behind-the-scenes look at the newest exhibit at the William D. Cannon Art Gallery.
04/02/2026 5:30 PM
New e-bike safety laws are now in effect in Carlsbad, and education will continue to be our focus over the next 60 days.
03/26/2026 5:30 PM
