District 1 City Council vacancy update

The City Council decided to proceed with an appointment process to fill the remainder of the term for the District 1 City Council vacancy. An election was estimated to cost between $450,000 and $650,000 and could not take place until next April. The City Council will finalize the appointment process

07/23/1996

City Manager's Update, April 28, 2022

We’re wrapping up the month of April with an award from the taxpayers association, several new opportunities to experience arts and culture in Carlsbad, the return of the street fair and more (okay, technically the street fair is next month), but just barely.

04/28/2022

Two new citizens committees meeting

The city’s two newest citizens committees are both meeting this week to help address two important topics.

04/22/2022 9:23 AM

City Manager's Update, April 21, 2022

We have had a busy week here at the city, with two City Council meetings, the graduation of our first Citizens Academy class since pre-COVID and gathering input on public art. I’ll cover all that and more in today’s update.

04/21/2022

Prepare for earthquakes

Get tips, plans and other resources to make sure you are prepared for earthquakes and other emergencies

04/15/2022 7:04 AM

City Manager's Update, April 14, 2022

No City Council meeting to report out on this week (but we have two next week!). So instead, I’ll start with some seasonal updates, especially important if you’ve got kids headed into spring break.

04/14/2022

City Manager's Update, April 7, 2022

In keeping with the Earth Month theme, this week I have news to share on new efforts to reduce plastic waste, keep downtown clean, protect our beaches and stay safe on the trails: Moving toward a more sustainable Carlsbad, Focus on financial sustainability, Six ways you can help keep our beaches

04/07/2022

Commission selects new district map

The City of Carlsbad’s Independent Redistricting Commission has selected a new City Council district map, which will determine the neighborhoods grouped together for the purpose of electing a City Council member starting this November.

02/18/2022 4:32 PM

Carlsbad redistricting commission close to choosing new district map

The Independent Redistricting Commission responsible for selecting the new Carlsbad City Council district boundaries will meet for its final public hearing next week, Feb. 17, to discuss potential maps and vote on new district boundaries.

02/10/2022

Citizen of the Year nominations open

The City of Carlsbad is now accepting applications for Citizen of the Year. This is an annual award that recognizes Carlsbad residents who have provided outstanding service to our community.

02/01/2022

Email update: Public and commissioners give feedback on draft maps

01/19/2022

Submit maps for redistricting hearing by Jan. 3

Members of the public have until Jan. 3 to submit draft City Council district maps if they want their maps reviewed by the city’s professional demographer in time for the Independent Redistricting Commission’s Jan. 13 public hearing.

12/30/2021 12:59 PM

Email update: Redistricting Commission reviews first set of draft maps

12/22/2021

Proposed City Council district maps to be discussed

The City of Carlsbad’s Independent Redistricting Commission will start looking at draft maps at its Dec. 16 meeting, and a new online map-making tool is now available for community members who would like to create a map for consideration.

11/24/2021 11:51 AM

Has COVID changed parks and rec priorities?

The City of Carlsbad is creating an updated blueprint that will guide priorities and proposed investments in parks and recreation for the next five years. This project was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and as the project starts back up, the city wants to know if the community’s prioritie

11/23/2021 1:40 PM

Homeless outreach team virtual office hours

Join members of Carlsbad’s homeless outreach team for a conversation about homelessness issues during monthly office hours. Community members will have a chance to share their ideas and concerns and brainstorm ways to get more involved in the issue.

09/23/2021

Email update: Redistricting meeting recap and upcoming public hearing

09/13/2021 12:00 PM

Email update: Tell us about your community

09/07/2021 6:00 PM

We are getting started! Come to an informational meeting

The first public meetings for the City Council redistricting process have been scheduled, starting later this month. These informational webinars will provide an overview of redistricting, the steps in the process, how to participate and the basics of map-making. All meetings will be from 6 to 7 p.m

08/11/2021

Redistricting Commission members to be chosen 7/13

The City of Carlsbad will hold a random drawing to select members of an Independent Redistricting Commission that will choose the boundaries of City Council Districts based on the latest Census data.

07/09/2021 5:13 PM