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City Manager's Update, July 9, 2026
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
Library and arts donations
Recently, the City Council accepted more than $350,000 in donations from three local non-profit organizations.
07/08/2026 3:11 PM
Carlsbad breaks ground on Veterans Memorial Park
The 93.7-acre park will be Carlsbad’s largest community park.
07/06/2026 4:30 PM
City Manager's Update, July 2, 2026
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
Celebrate safely this Fourth of July
As Independence Day approaches, the City of Carlsbad is reminding residents that all fireworks remain illegal throughout San Diego County and that the city's updated fireworks ordinance is in effect.
07/02/2026
Leo Carrillo Ranch Film Festival returns
The City of Carlsbad invites the community to enjoy evenings of classic cinema and local history at the annual Leo Carrillo Ranch Film Festival.
07/01/2026 12:48 PM
TGIF returns July 10
Heads up! There will be no TGIF concert this Friday, July 3, to avoid conflicts with any Fourth of July weekend events. The next concert will be at Stagecoach Community Park on Friday, July 10.
07/01/2026 9:13 AM
Celebrating Parks and Recreation
July is national Park and Recreation Month and the City of Carlsbad is joining communities across the country to celebrate the important role parks, recreation programs and open spaces play in supporting healthy, connected communities.
06/30/2026 6:55 PM
Make a splash at Aloha Plunge
Grab your flip-flops and get ready for an evening of island-inspired fun at the City of Carlsbad’s Aloha Plunge Saturday, July 18, at Alga Norte Aquatic Center.
06/30/2026 4:24 PM
Semi-annual report on homelessness
The city is making steady progress in its efforts to reduce homelessness and its impacts on the community, according to data in the latest semi-annual report provided to the City Council on Tuesday.
06/30/2026
Tips for safe Fourth of July weekend
The Carlsbad Police and Fire Departments are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. Here are some essential tips to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday.
06/29/2026
City of Carlsbad Continues Proactive Infrastructure Repairs
Preventing Pipe Failures and Service Impacts
06/26/2026 3:03 PM
City Manager's Update, June 25, 2026
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
Traffic safety improvements
The Carlsbad City Council approved three new all-way stops and a neighborhood traffic calming project during its meeting on Tuesday, June 23.
06/24/2026 10:23 AM
Library catalog maintenance
Temporary system maintenance will be performed overnight on July 8
06/24/2026 10:13 AM
Carlsbad Police launch e-bike reporting portal
Carlsbad Police Department launch e-bike reporting portal where community members can submit photos and videos of unsafe e-bike or e-motorcycle activity through the department's online digital evidence portal.
06/24/2026
Bestselling author returns
Join "New York Times" bestselling author Lisa See as she returns to Carlsbad
06/23/2026 3:48 PM
City Manager's Update, June 18, 2026
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
Carlsbad banners honor America's 250th
Carlsbad banner program expands with anniversary tribute
06/18/2026 2:30 PM
New all-way stops proposed
The Carlsbad City Council is scheduled to discuss new proposed all-way stops at three locations citywide during its next meeting on June 23.
06/18/2026 12:58 PM