Housing and homeless solutions

The Carlsbad City Council approved two agreements this week aimed at creating opportunities for lower-income residents and people experiencing homelessness.

06/16/2022

Trash Service Update

Starting July 1, Republic Services will provide your trash, recycling and organic waste services in the City of Carlsbad

06/10/2022 3:21 PM

National Get Outdoors Day

Saturday, June 11, is National Get Outdoors Day and with the weather heating up it’s a great time to try out some of our many city trails that are close to the beach.

06/10/2022

City homeless program seeing positive results

City staff reported Tuesday that steady progress continues on efforts to reduce homelessness in Carlsbad.

06/09/2022 1:30 PM

Carlsbad to form community-police engagement commission

The Carlsbad City Council voted Tuesday to form a new commission focused on maintaining strong public trust and confidence by serving as a body to facilitate conversations between police and community.

06/08/2022

Operating outdoors post-COVID

Many restaurants, coffee shops, retail stores and other Carlsbad businesses that moved outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic will keep their expanded operations, according to a report provided to the City Council Tuesday.

06/08/2022

Preventing bicycle theft

As we head into summer and we are out around the city more, it is important to take precautions to prevent bicycle theft.

06/06/2022

OverDrive/Libby Login Change

06/01/2022

New exhibition at Cannon Gallery

The City of Carlsbad’s Cannon Art Gallery is opening a new exhibition on Saturday, June 4, highlighting the art faculty at MiraCosta College and honoring their incredible mentorship to local students.

05/31/2022 2:07 PM

TGIF Concerts in the Parks summer lineup announced

Carlsbad's TGIF Concerts in the Parks series, one of the city’s most popular summer activities, is back in person this summer.

05/26/2022 11:24 AM

Number homeless in Carlsbad down 20%

The number of people experiencing homelessness in Carlsbad has decreased by 20% since 2020, while the countywide number increased by 10%, based on the latest regional count, released May 19.

05/19/2022 3:01 PM

Carlsbad economy strong, some warning signs ahead

Carlsbad’s economy is continuing its strong recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, with taxes from hotel room night stays and retail sales far exceeding projections. However, the war in Ukraine, inflation and a gradual lessening of pent-up demand from COVID-19 lockdowns mean ongoing vigilance is neede

05/17/2022 6:38 PM

Single-use materials bans

The Carlsbad City Council took steps Tuesday that will phase in changes over the next three years to reduce the amount of single-use plastics that end up in landfills.

05/11/2022

Vacancies on city commissions

The City of Carlsbad is seeking residents interested in filling several vacancies on city advisory boards, commissions and committees.

05/10/2022

Major projects moving forward

On May 3, the City Council held a special meeting to finish its discussion about major “capital improvement projects" planned for the next five years to ensure they are in alignment with the goals of its five-year strategic plan, which is scheduled to be completed this summer. Capital improvement pr

05/09/2022 12:21 PM

Free smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm programs

Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms save lives. Carlsbad residents can take advantage of two separate programs designed to help them stay safe at home.

05/09/2022

Prepare for wildfires

It’s Wildfire Preparedness Week, and the City of Carlsbad is sharing tips to help residents protect their homes and families.

05/04/2022 9:31 AM

Guest Artist in Residence Betsy K. Schulz

Renowned local artist Betsy K. Schulz is the City of Carlsbad’s latest Guest Artist in Residence, bringing her inspiring and collaborative work to a series of “Watch and Learn” Pop Up Art events planned at the Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center over the next four weeks.

04/26/2022 10:00 AM

New pedestrian bridge installed

A new pedestrian bridge was installed last Friday near the El Camino Real and Cannon Road intersection, an exciting milestone in a key project designed to improve pedestrian safety and help traffic flow more smoothly along one of Carlsbad’s busiest roads.

04/22/2022 11:40 AM

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