Special Election Petition Submitted
Voters from City Council District 1 in Carlsbad submitted a petition to the City of Carlsbad Wednesday afternoon calling for a special election to fill the vacancy created when Council Member Barbara Hamilton resigned Oct. 9. After an administrative review by the Office of the City Clerk to ensure the petition contains the required 1,652 signatures, city staff will deliver the petition to the San Diego County Registrar of Voters, which is in charge of verifying the signatures.
Time Change This Weekend
As long as you’re changing your clocks this weekend, City of Carlsbad public safety officials recommend making a few other quick changes around your home (Daylight Savings Time ends Nov. 3).
New Arts Venue Recommended
The City of Carlsbad has a need for a 400- to 600-seat flexible performance space that could host local and national performers, festivals and civic functions, a consultant told the City Council Tuesday. If built as part of a new City Hall project, the venue could also provide a space for council meetings.
Assist With the Census 2020
The City of Carlsbad is hosting free workshops about opportunities to assist with the Census 2020. Stop by and learn why your response to the census matters and how you can make extra money while helping your community. At the events, iPads will be available for use to those interested in applying for a census job. Bilingual census workers are in especially high demand.
Village Street Faire 11/3, Some Roads Closed
Several streets in Carlsbad Village will be closed Sunday, Nov. 3, to make way for the Carlsbad Village Street Faire, a community event featuring more than 800 vendors, live entertainment, food and kids’ rides.
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch
On Nov. 2 celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and experience the tranquil beauty of the Hacienda at night adorned with traditional decorations. Enjoy a special cultural adventure of sights, sounds, and tastes of this traditional Mexican holiday. During a candlelight tour, guests will have the first opportunity to view the ofrendas (alters) that will be on display at Leo Carrillo’s historic Hacienda.
Budget Savings Put to Use
The City Council decided to put $9.1 million in savings from last year’s city budget into an “economic uncertainty” reserve fund so it can be set aside for a rainy day. The decision was part of a larger discussion about how to use a $16.3 million surplus from the fiscal year 2018-19 budget.
Village and Barrio Master Plan Approved
The California Coastal Commission on Wednesday, Oct. 16 confirmed the city's acceptance of 23 modifications to the Village and Barrio Master Plan. This final approval makes the plan effective in all areas of the Village and Barrio, including the Coastal Zone. The Carlsbad City Council held a public hearing on Aug. 20, 2019, and voted to accept the modifications suggested by the California Coastal Commission to the plan and Local Coastal Program.
Commission and Committee Vacancies
The City of Carlsbad is seeking residents interested in filling several commission and committee vacancies, including the Housing Commission, the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee, and the Housing Element Advisory Committee. Applications for these volunteer positions are available on the city’s website or in the City Clerk’s Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive.
Safer, Greener Police Cars
Over the last year, the Carlsbad Police Department has hired 24 new police officers, filling vacancies and adding full-time staff. To ensure their fleet meets the needs of the officers, the Carlsbad Police Department will replace 13 patrol cars and purchase nine additional ones for a total of 22 new police cars this fiscal year.
New Pavilion, Gathering Spaces Open
Park improvements are now complete at Aviara Community Park. The new area is located on a 1-acre site of the park and the new improvements are ideally positioned to take advantage of the outstanding views of the surrounding habitat preserve.
Input Sought for Community Block Grant Funding
The City of Carlsbad is looking for community input on how to use federal funds that assist low-income residents and communities. These funds called Community Development Block Grants are granted from the federal government and must be used for programs and services to assist low and moderate income earning Carlsbad residents.
Carlsbad Steps Up Security Measures
Referencing recent active shooter incidents across the country, Carlsbad City Manager Scott Chadwick kicked off a discussion at the Tuesday, Oct. 22 City Council meeting about steps the Police Department has taken to enhance security for community members and city staff.