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- 05/15/2026 8:00 AM
Balanced budget prioritizes safety, infrastructure
Proposed 2026-27 budget focuses on core services, community projects
- 05/14/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, May 14, 2026
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.
- 05/13/2026 9:00 AM
Barrio traffic circle public art
Meet the artist behind the Barrio traffic circle public art project.
- 05/07/2026 5:30 PM
Community budget workshop
Carlsbad community members who want to learn about the city’s proposed budget for the fiscal year that starts July 1 can come to a special community budget workshop on Thursday, May 21.
- 05/07/2026 5:30 PM
City Manager's Update, May 7, 2026
Wildfire preparedness is top of mind as we head into warmer, drier months, especially with recent brushfires in neighboring cities.
- 05/07/2026
Preparing for wildfire season
It’s Wildfire Preparedness Week, a reminder that wildfire risk in California is year-round and conditions are already getting drier.
- 05/07/2026
Apply for CERT 2026
The Carlsbad Fire Department is now accepting applications for the 2026 CERT Academy, taking place June 17 through July 11.
- 05/07/2026
Key dates for June 2 primary election
California’s Gubernatorial Primary Election is June 2, 2026 and early voting has already begun.
- 05/07/2026
Federal funding awarded
At its April 28 meeting, the Carlsbad City Council approved allocating federal funding to local organizations that provide programs to prevent and reduce homelessness, preserve affordable housing and deliver fair housing services in Carlsbad.
- 05/07/2026
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
The City of Carlsbad Police Department is reminding drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.
- 05/05/2026
May is National Bicycle Safety Month
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the City of Carlsbad Police Department is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe.
- 05/01/2026 4:30 PM
Proactive action on sewer repairs
Proactive action to repair sewer infrastructure line in Ponto Area
- 05/01/2026 11:30 AM
Annual homeless count released
Latest count shows fewer people living in vehicles in Carlsbad
- 05/01/2026 9:30 AM
Small Business Liaison Program expansion solidified
Program expansion continues serving the community
- 05/01/2026 9:00 AM
Tribal, cultural & paleontological guidelines
The City of Carlsbad is updating its guidelines for development projects that may affect tribal, cultural and paleontological resources.
- 04/30/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, April 30, 2026
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 5:30 PM
Carlsbad Police arrest former dance instructor
Investigation remains ongoing
- 04/30/2026 10:24 AM
Bike safety month reminders
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and with the beautiful weather in Carlsbad lately, more people are gearing up to explore Carlsbad on two wheels. Whether you are biking, walking or driving, please look out for each other on the road.
- 04/29/2026 8:00 AM
Green businesses recognized
The City Council recognized 14 local businesses through the Carlsbad Green Business Program
- 04/28/2026 2:20 PM
Village lighting improvements
New energy-efficient pedestrian lighting and upgrades to existing tree lights are planned throughout the Village. The city's Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission is scheduled to receive an update on the Village Lighting Project at its next meeting on May 4.