Veterans Memorial Park will be Carlsbad’s largest park once built, and on Tuesday, the City Council will review the final public art design concept for the park.
10/02/2025 6:30 PM
When it comes to your budget, it’s always a good sign when you have money left over after covering your expenses.
09/25/2025 9:00 PM
First off, a big thank you to the community for your overwhelming response ahead of Tuesday’s special Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission meeting about a potential minimum age for riding an e-bike in the city.
09/18/2025 6:00 PM
From big projects to everyday improvements, this last year has been a busy one in Carlsbad.
09/11/2025 6:00 PM
September is National Preparedness Month, a good reminder that being ready for an emergency is something we all play a part in.
09/04/2025 5:30 PM
With Labor Day weekend upon us, I’m kicking off today’s update with some tips to help you celebrate safely. And with safety top of mind, I’ll share new data showing that crime is continuing to decline in Carlsbad.
08/28/2025 6:00 PM
Our 2025 TGIF concert season comes to a close this Friday at Alga Norte Community Park, and it’s always bittersweet.
08/21/2025 5:40 PM
On Friday, our TGIF Concerts in the Parks head to Alga Norte Community Park for the final two shows of the summer. It’s been an amazing series so far and we’re excited to finish strong with two more outstanding concerts.
08/14/2025 6:00 PM
The city wants to hear from community members about whether we should establish a minimum age of 12 to ride an e-bike in Carlsbad. Today, I’ll share how you can provide your input.
08/07/2025 6:00 PM
On Tuesday evening, we were notified of a tsunami advisory in place for the West Coast. A small surge of waves and currents reached our coastline in the wee hours Wednesday morning, but I'm glad to report did not cause any damage.
07/31/2025 6:00 PM
On Friday our TGIF summer concert series moves to Calavera Hills Community Park with a band that always gets the crowd on its feet.
07/24/2025 6:30 PM
From completing renovations at Alga Norte Aquatic Center to opening the first community garden in south Carlsbad at Stagecoach Park, it’s already been a big year for Carlsbad parks and recreation.
07/17/2025 5:30 PM
After a holiday break, our TGIF Concerts series is back Friday with a band that delivers a mix of ‘80s pop, new wave and classic alternative music.
07/10/2025 5:30 PM
As we head into Fourth of July weekend, I’d like to wish you and yours a safe and happy celebration. The holiday weekend is always busy in Carlsbad, so today I’ll be sharing some community safety tips, as well as a volunteer opportunity to help clean up one of our beaches after the festivities.
07/03/2025 5:30 PM
Thanks to everyone who helped us kick off the TGIF summer concert season last week at Stagecoach Community Park! We had an amazing turnout and I’ll share details about the up-tempo dance band performing at this week’s concert below.
06/26/2025 6:00 PM
Increasing investments in public safety, keeping libraries open on Sundays and funding construction of Veterans Memorial Park are all part of the balanced budget the City Council adopted Tuesday for the fiscal year beginning July 1.
06/19/2025 5:30 PM
As I send today’s update, City of Carlsbad Fire and Police Departments remain on the scene responding to a vegetation fire in eastern Carlsbad, in a canyon near Ranch Santa Fe Road and San Elijo Road.
06/12/2025 6:00 PM
I’m always happy to share updates on key city projects underway, and this week I’ll give you a behind the scenes look at the work to revamp the Monroe Street Pool.
06/05/2025 6:00 PM
With graduation season here and summer just around the corner, this week’s update includes tips for celebrating safely, plus ways to enjoy our beautiful trails as we enter Great Outdoors Month in June.
05/29/2025 6:00 PM
At first glance, Sunday hours at the library and making sure reliable water flows when you turn on your tap might not seem connected—but both are core city services made possible by the City of Carlsbad’s annual budget.
05/22/2025 6:15 PM
