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Finding solutions to airport noise
The City Council continues to explore ways to reduce noise resulting from planes flying in and out of Palomar Airport. The challenge is that the County of San Diego operates the airport and the FAA controls flight paths.
02/15/2024 5:47 PM
New pickleball courts coming
Just three and a half months after approving an updated Parks & Recreation Department master plan that showed the increasing popularity of pickleball in Carlsbad, the City Council has approved locations for the design and construction of eight new outdoor courts.
02/15/2024 9:00 AM
Police Chief to retire, new chief named
Today the City of Carlsbad announced the retirement of Police Chief Mickey Williams, effective April 15, and named Assistant Police Chief Christie Calderwood to be his successor.
02/15/2024
School resource officers approved
The Carlsbad City Council approved an updated agreement between the city and the Carlsbad Unified School District to split the cost of school resource officers, extending a more than two-decade-long partnership to provide a safe and secure environment at local schools.
02/07/2024 9:26 AM
Crime down 15%
From mid-year 2022 to mid-year 2023, Carlsbad saw an overall 15% decrease in crime, based on regional mid-year data released by SANDAG and its Automated Regional Justice Information System. The Carlsbad Police Department presented the latest data, and update on crime trends and how the department is
02/07/2024
Progress reported on priorities
In a little more than a year, the City of Carlsbad has made measurable progress in all five areas of the City Council’s 5-Year Strategic Plan, the city’s first planning document of its kind. City staff presented the progress report Tuesday as one of several steps leading up to the presentation of th
02/07/2024
Help Carlsbad reinvest in its agricultural heritage
If you’re looking for a simple way to serve our community, please consider applying for one of two open seats on a citizens advisory committee that helps the city reinvest in its agricultural heritage.
02/03/2024 9:08 AM
Robertson Ranch Park designs
The City of Carlsbad is asking the community to weigh in on three potential design concepts for Robertson Ranch Park, the city’s newest park, planned for the corner of Cannon Road and El Camino Real.
01/29/2024 6:30 PM
Sandbags
If you have concerns about flooding, the city recommends stocking up on sandbags at local home improvement stores or online retailers. When heavy rain is forecast, a limited supply of sandbags may be available at these city locations (Limited to 10 sandbags per household. Must show proof of Carlsbad
01/29/2024
City receives national award for budget presentation
The City of Carlsbad has once again been honored with a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada, recognizing the city’s commitment to meeting the highest standards of governmental budgeting.
01/24/2024
New pickleball court options
Carlsbad residents who enjoy the nation’s fastest growing sport can weigh in on locations for new pickleball courts at two upcoming public meetings.
01/19/2024 5:59 PM
Sand on our beaches
The latest storms have done a number on our beaches, washing precious sand out to sea and, in some cases, leaving nothing but a bed of rocks behind. This is typical for winter months, with some sand returning during the summer.
01/18/2024 4:10 PM
Tree recycling
When you’re ready to pack up your holiday decorations, the City of Carlsbad and Republic Services are making it easy to recycle your Christmas tree and help the environment.
12/21/2023
Reporting graffiti
Reports of graffiti in November were up 52% over this time last year. Historically, the city sees more graffiti in November, when it gets dark earlier and schools are on Thanksgiving break. But this November the city saw an even bigger increase.
12/15/2023 8:45 AM
Palomar Airport "quiet hours"
Last week, the City Council voted to authorize the Mayor to contact pilots directly if they do not honor Palomar-McClellan Airport’s voluntary quiet hours.
12/15/2023
Annual financial report
The city budget details where the money comes from to fund city services and the spending plan for that money in the year ahead.
12/15/2023
Regional roles set for 2024
City Council decided Tuesday to keep all City Council members in their existing assignments for City Council committees and the boards of regional agencies that handle issues such as public transit, water and public safety. The City Council also voted to keep City Council Member Priya Bhat-Patel as
12/13/2023 5:56 PM
More TGIF Concerts planned
The City of Carlsbad will host nine free summer concerts in 2024, following the City Council’s review of the 2023 season and feedback from community members.
12/13/2023
Six strategies for safe holiday driving
Carlsbad may not get snow, but this week’s forecast calls for flurries of holiday traffic and swells of shoppers.
12/12/2023
Prevent holiday package theft
Holiday package theft is unfortunately common, especially during the festive season when people order gifts online and get them delivered to their door. As this holiday season begins, the Police Department is joining forces with the community to prevent package theft.
12/10/2023