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
National Take a Walk Day is March 30, a great opportunity to get outdoors and stretch your legs. The City of Carlsbad has 13 community parks that are perfect for a brisk walk or leisurely stroll, not just today, but any day. The following parks offer an added bonus – a place to enjoy some of the
03/30/2022
As the City of Carlsbad prepares to transition its trash hauling services from Waste Management to Republic Services July 1, residents will soon get new carts for trash, recycling and “organic waste,” which includes yard clippings and food scraps.
03/29/2022
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
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
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
The Friends Bookstore at Dove will reopen Monday, Feb. 14 & Cole's will reopen Feb. 15, 2022.
01/03/2022
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
If you’re looking for ways to stay active and engaged this winter and spring, the City of Carlsbad is offering some safe, fun and exciting programs for people of all ages. Our Winter/Spring Community Services Guide is now available for online viewing and registration.
12/29/2021 9:32 AM
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
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
You can shop local and earn rewards while you support Carlsbad restaurants and businesses this holiday season with the return of GiftCarlsbad. Like last year, shoppers can purchase digital gift cards and earn bonus gift cards in pretty substantial amounts, dependin
11/22/2021 4:38 PM
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
Carlsbad City Library now offers free access to Creativebug!
08/26/2021
08/16/2021 2:19 PM
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