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Reducing speeding on Tamarack Avenue
The City of Carlsbad is seeking community feedback on options to reduce speeding on Tamarack Avenue, between Skyline Road and Adams Street.
09/27/2022
New pedestrian signal to be activated at Tamarack and Valley
Walkers, bicyclists and drivers will soon get a chance to try out a new type of traffic signal at the corner of Tamarack Avenue and Valley Street, which, along with other changes to the intersection, will make it easier to notice when someone is crossing the street.
09/26/2022 4:13 PM
Carlsbad firefighters help battle wildfires
Fall is often a peak time for wildfires, and prevention and response go hand-in-hand in keeping the danger in check. The Carlsbad Fire Department works hard to protect our community, including through programs that ensure critical resources are deployed when and where they’re needed. Part of that in
09/21/2022
Protecting south Carlsbad Boulevard from cliff erosion
On Tuesday, the City Council received an update on plans to protect a 1-mile stretch of south Carlsbad Boulevard from Manzano Drive to Island Way from future sea level rise while prioritizing walking and biking paths.
09/15/2022 9:40 AM
First year of Clean Energy Alliance
The City of Carlsbad recently completed its first year of service with the Clean Energy Alliance.
09/14/2022 4:27 PM
Next step in traffic safety and mobility plan
On Tuesday, the City Council approved a contract with an engineering and environmental services firm to create an implementation plan and other studies to help pay for and advance a broad range of improvements to get people around the city more safely and easily.
09/14/2022 10:30 AM
Police present active shooter policy
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the City of Carlsbad Police Department detailed its in-depth approach and extensive training for a potential active shooter emergency. According to a report prepared by the Police Department, shootings at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, a
09/14/2022
Live tutoring now available through Brainfuse HelpNow
Access live, real-time 1:1 homework assistance from qualified tutors 24 hours a day by laptop, tablet or phone.
09/13/2022 3:20 PM
DUI checkpoint scheduled for September 16 in Carlsbad
The City of Carlsbad Police Department announced it will hold a DUI Checkpoint in Carlsbad on Friday, September 16, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., the next morning at Carlsbad Boulevard and Beech Avenue.
09/12/2022
Free kitchen caddies back in stock
Carlsbad residents who haven’t picked up a free kitchen caddy yet can do so at two events this month. These small bins can be used to store leftover food scraps in the kitchen before placing in their green compost cart on collection day.
09/09/2022
Traffic safety projects reviewed
On Tuesday, our city’s Transportation Director gave an update to the City Council on the city’s efforts to ease traffic congestion and generally make it more convenient for people to get around Carlsbad in whatever way they want to do that. In a nutshell, that’s what we mean by “mobility.”
09/08/2022 12:47 PM
Library card sign-up month
Sept. 8 is International Literacy Day, and the City of Carlsbad works hard to advance literacy in our community through engaging programs that provide easy access to reading tools and resources at the Carlsbad City Library.
09/08/2022 8:00 AM
Officers arrest two for robbery at Daniel's Jewelers
On September 7, at 4:07 p.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery that just occurred at Daniel’s Jewelers, located at 2525 El Camino Real.
09/07/2022
New exhibition at Cannon Art Gallery
The City of Carlsbad’s Cannon Art Gallery is opening a new exhibition on Saturday, Sept. 10, showcasing one-of-a-kind chairs and celebrating the beauty, function and possibilities found in something essential to our everyday lives.
09/06/2022 3:01 PM
Officers to conduct “Know Your Limit” – DUI Prevention Education Campaign
This Labor Day weekend, the City of Carlsbad Police Department will be conducting a “Know Your Limit” educational campaign from September 2 through September 5.
09/01/2022
Carlsbad City Library ends late fines
The Carlsbad City Library is eliminating late fines for overdue items that are returned to the library as part of its continuing efforts to ensure the library remains easy to use and accessible for everyone.
08/31/2022 7:00 PM
Heat warning in our region
With a potentially dangerous heat wave forecast to last through the weekend, safety officials are reminding residents to follow these tips to stay cool, especially those most vulnerable to heat related ailments. In addition to conserving energy and preparing for short power outages, please take thes
08/30/2022
Council ratifies local traffic safety emergency
The Carlsbad City Council voted to allocate $2 million in funding for immediate traffic safety efforts and ratified last week’s proclamation of local emergency, following an over 200% increase in collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019.
08/30/2022
Homeless program results in 62 finding housing
The City of Carlsbad helped 62 people experiencing homelessness transition into permanent housing during the 2021-22 fiscal year.
08/29/2022 11:59 PM
Celebrating seniors in Carlsbad
Sunday was National Senior Citizens Day, designed to recognize seniors and all they have accomplished and contributed to our society. In Carlsbad, we don’t just recognize older adults once a year, we’ve developed some great strategies and programs to help meet their needs, enhance their lives and ce
08/25/2022