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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 5:30 PM
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
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
The City of Carlsbad Police Department is reminding drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.
05/07/2026
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.
05/05/2026
Proactive action on sewer repairs
Proactive action to repair sewer infrastructure line in Ponto Area
05/01/2026 4:30 PM
Annual homeless count released
Latest count shows fewer people living in vehicles in Carlsbad
05/01/2026 11:30 AM
Small Business Liaison Program expansion solidified
Program expansion continues serving the community
05/01/2026 9:30 AM
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 6:00 PM
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.
04/30/2026 10:24 AM
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.
04/28/2026 2:20 PM
New all-way stops proposed
The City of Carlsbad will share updates on new proposed all-way stops at three locations citywide during the upcoming Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission meeting on May 4.
04/28/2026 2:10 PM
Library system maintenance
Some online library services will be unavailable next week due to scheduled system maintenance.
04/28/2026 9:32 AM
City Manager's Update, April 23, 2026
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
Community Connection: Wildfire Preparedness
Prepare for wildfire season with a free, hands-on event hosted by the City of Carlsbad.
04/22/2026 2:00 PM
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 4/25
Carlsbad makes it easy to dispose of unwanted or expired medication all year long, including at a special event on Saturday, April 25 as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
04/21/2026 9:00 AM
City Manager's Update, April 16, 2026
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
New illegal fireworks ordinance adopted
Curbing illegal fireworks
04/16/2026 4:00 PM
Fiesta at the Rancho
Last call for early bird tickets for Fiesta at the Rancho, an evening under the stars at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
04/16/2026 3:30 PM
Celebrating Arbor Day
The City of Carlsbad will celebrate Arbor Day with a hands-on opportunity to help plant 25 trees at Poinsettia Community Park.
04/15/2026 12:48 PM
Carnival Classics Return
Hot Rods & Cool Treats cruises back into town
04/15/2026 12:22 PM