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- 03/12/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, March 12, 2026
First off, thanks to everyone who shared input about installing an all-way stop at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Madison Street in the Village.
- 03/12/2026 12:30 PM
Parking updates
The City Council is advancing Village and Barrio parking efforts.
- 03/12/2026 9:00 AM
Habitat management annual report
The City of Carlsbad recently held its annual Habitat Management Plan public meeting, where staff and land managers shared updates on how Carlsbad’s preserve system is being managed and monitored.
- 03/10/2026 7:34 PM
Terramar sidewalks
The City of Carlsbad is developing options for street improvements in the Terramar area and we are seeking input to help guide decisions about how the project should move forward.
- 03/07/2026 3:39 PM
Carlsbad Police and Carlsbad Unified School District Investigating Incident Involving Juveniles
Investigating Incident Involving Juveniles
- 03/06/2026 3:43 PM
Campus trespassing arrest
On March 4, 2026, an unauthorized individual entered the La Costa Canyon High School campus without permission.
- 03/05/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, March 5, 2026
I’m coming to your inbox today with breaking news: We just released the TGIF Concerts in the Parks schedule and I’ve got it for you in today’s update.
- 03/05/2026 5:19 PM
TGIF band lineup
Break out your dancing shoes. A talented roster of musical acts will grace the stage at three Carlsbad parks during this summer’s TGIF Concerts in the Parks series.
- 03/03/2026 9:47 AM
Grand Avenue street improvements
The City of Carlsbad is considering ways to improve parking and traffic safety along Grand Avenue by converting existing parallel parking to diagonal parking and installing a new all-way stop at the intersection of Grand Avenue at Madison Street.
- 03/02/2026
Economic, financial report presented
Halfway through the fiscal year, most revenues for the City of Carlsbad have met or exceeded expectations and the city continues to operate with, and project, a balanced budget through the end of the fiscal year. Despite the slower revenue growth, the city’s overall economy remains stable.
- 03/01/2026 3:00 PM
Stabbing investigation in downtown Carlsbad
On March 1, 2026, at approximately 1:48 a.m., Carlsbad Police officers responded to the 400 block of Grand Avenue for a report of a stabbing.
- 02/26/2026 5:30 PM
City Manager's Update, Feb. 26, 2026
New e-bike safety laws are set to take effect in Carlsbad starting March 26
- 02/26/2026 12:31 PM
Barrio stop signs
The City of Carlsbad is installing new all-way stop signs at four intersections in the Barrio as part of the city’s efforts to help reduce speeds and improve safety in the Barrio.
- 02/25/2026 11:57 AM
Strategic Plan progress
The Carlsbad City Council this week received the latest annual update on its 5-Year Strategic Plan, outlining progress on major initiatives and priorities that continue to shape the city’s work.
- 02/25/2026 9:21 AM
New e-bike laws
Stronger e-bike safety laws will be effective in Carlsbad starting March 26, 2026, after the City Council formally adopted the laws at its meeting this week.
- 02/23/2026 9:00 AM
Habitat management annual meeting
Tuesday, March 3, is World Wildlife Day, and it’s also when we’ll host this year’s annual meeting on Carlsbad’s Habitat Management Plan.
- 02/20/2026 11:56 AM
State & Laguna stop signs
New stop signs were installed at the intersection of State Street at Laguna Drive last week to help address community concerns about safety at the intersection. The City Council approved the new stop signs in January, and crews got to work to complete the improvements quickly.
- 02/18/2026 7:01 PM
Poinsettia Park turf replacement
Crews are making good progress on the turf replacement project, which will give the park a refreshed playing surface in time for the busy spring and summer seasons.
- 02/13/2026 9:30 AM
Be safe in the rain
Please take precautions during heavy rain to stay safe and protect property and the environment.
- 02/13/2026 9:17 AM
Apply for arts grants
The City of Carlsbad invites schools and arts organizations to apply for Community Arts Grants from Feb. 13 through March 27.