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Coastal restoration grants awarded
On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council awarded $373,687 in grants to support certain agricultural, coastal or wetland restoration projects that enhance quality of life in Carlsbad, including a “living shoreline” project that will restore a section of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon.
03/09/2023
School traffic safety partnerships
As part of the City of Carlsbad’s ongoing traffic safety efforts, the city is partnering with local schools to raise awareness of the rules of the road. Through these partnerships, students of all ages are learning how to stay safe on the road.
03/07/2023 4:41 PM
South Carlsbad Boulevard improvements
As part of the City of Carlsbad’s ongoing work to balance the needs of all roadway users, you may notice some changes to the lanes on southbound Carlsbad Boulevard from Manzano Drive to Island Way starting today.
03/07/2023 3:43 PM
Battery fire safety
The City of Carlsbad Fire Department responded to reports of a garage fire early Tuesday morning. The extent of damage and cause are still under investigation, but the family suspects it was related to battery charging. If this is confirmed, it would be the second battery-related fire being investig
03/07/2023 9:16 AM
City budget receives award of excellence
The City of Carlsbad has received the Operating Budget Excellence Award from the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers for its Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Operating Budget.
03/06/2023
Traffic projects to be discussed
On Monday, city staff will discuss several traffic safety related projects with the Traffic & Mobility Commission.
03/03/2023 3:34 PM
Carlsbad Reads Together book selections announced
Carlsbad Reads Together is an annual celebration connecting the entire Carlsbad community through reading.
02/28/2023 9:12 AM
Take school district survey
Please take a moment to complete the Carlsbad Unified School District's survey to help set next year's goals and priorities. These goals and priorities become part of our LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan), a three-year plan that describes our overall vision for students, the results we expect
02/24/2023 7:17 PM
3 ways to drive safely in a storm
As we brace for this weekend’s winter storm, the City of Carlsbad is sharing advice from the National Weather Service to avoid travel unless it’s absolutely necessary.
02/24/2023 12:41 PM
Gnatcatcher success story
City of Carlsbad report shows successes in protecting federally threatened wildlife and plants
02/23/2023 1:01 PM
Planning Commission vacancy
The City of Carlsbad is seeking residents interested in filling one unscheduled vacancy on the Planning Commission for a term that runs through December 2026. Deadline to apply is Mar. 20 at noon.
02/17/2023
Financial and economic update
While acknowledging positive economic indicators, city finance staff advised continued fiscal discipline at the mid-point of the fiscal year, during a presentation to the City Council Tuesday. The
02/16/2023
DUI checkpoint scheduled for February 17 in Carlsbad
The City of Carlsbad Police Department announced it will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Friday, Feb. 17, from approximately 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., in Carlsbad.
02/16/2023
Luna appointed to Council
The Carlsbad City Council has appointed Carolyn Luna to serve the remainder of the District 2 City Council seat left vacant when Keith Blackburn was elected Mayor last November. The term ends in November 2024. District 2 covers roughly the northeastern part of Carlsbad, the coastal area between Agua
02/15/2023 4:10 PM
Spring break camp registration now open
Registration is now open for camps offered in April to coincide with Carlsbad, Encinitas and San Marcos unified school districts spring break schedules.
02/15/2023 8:00 AM
City launches program to preserve Carlsbad’s historic character
The City of Carlsbad is launching a new Mills Act Program to help preserve and honor the city’s rich history and maintain Carlsbad’s unique character, both which are key components of the Carlsbad Community Vision. The voluntary program is designed to help owners of historic properties offset the co
02/15/2023
Sign up for spring camps and classes!
The complete program schedule is now available in the city’s Spring Community Services Guide online. Registration opens Feb. 15.
02/14/2023 12:09 PM
Carlsbad seeking nominations for Citizen of the Year
The City of Carlsbad is now accepting applications for Citizen of the Year, an annual award recognizing Carlsbad residents who have provided outstanding service to their community. The deadline is March 31, 2023.
02/14/2023 9:15 AM
Free traffic safety classes
The City of Carlsbad, in partnership with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition and Circulate San Diego, is hosting a series of free traffic safety workshops and trainings. The first one is Thursday, Feb. 9, 6 – 7 p.m. on Zoom.
02/09/2023 10:14 AM
Progress continues on homelessness
The City Council approved actions that will continue the city’s progress on reducing homelessness and its effects on the local community.
02/08/2023 6:18 PM