City Headlines, 2/13/2020
- City Manager
- Feb 13, 2020
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 1, 2020
City offices closed Feb. 17, normal trash schedule
In observance of Presidents Day, city offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 17. A full holiday schedule for city services is listed below:
City offices: Closed
Emergency services: Regular service
Feb. 18 City Council workshop canceled
The City Council workshop on Feb. 18 has been canceled. The next council meeting will be on Feb. 25 at City Hall. The Feb. 25 agenda will be posted on on Thursday, Feb. 20.
City moves forward to purchase open space near Kelly Elementary
The Carlsbad City Council voted on Tuesday night to move forward with purchasing a 15-acre piece of property, known as Aura Circle, for open space near Kelly Elementary School.
Parks & Recreation Master Plan workshops, Feb. 20 and Feb. 22
As the City of Carlsbad kicks off a process to update its parks & recreation department master plan, community members are invited to share their ideas at one of two upcoming workshops: Read more
Arts Commission seeking residents to fill three vacancies
The City of Carlsbad is seeking residents interested in filling three vacancies on the City of Carlsbad Arts Commission for the term March 2020 to March 2024. Applications for this volunteer position are available on the city’s website or in the City Clerk’s Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive. Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by noon on Monday, Feb. 24.
Last day to provide input on priorities for the annual city budget is Feb. 14
The City of Carlsbad is seeking input from community members about their needs and priorities for the fiscal year 2020-21 city budget. Feedback can be provided by taking:
Online Budget Survey Live now – Feb. 14
An epic event for tweens on Feb. 22
The City of Carlsbad presents Epic Tween Nights on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Calavera Hills Community Center at 3297 Glasgow Drive.
AMPED music & arts throwdown for teens on Feb. 29
The City of Carlsbad is collaborating with Carlsbad teens for the second annual AMPED, a music and arts throwdown on Saturday, Feb. 29, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Pine Avenue Community Center at 3209 Harding Street in Carlsbad.Watch a video of last year's AMPed 2019.
Coronavirus risk low in Carlsbad, hand washing, other normal precautions best defense
City of Carlsbad public safety officials are closely monitoring developments with the coronavirus outbreak that began last December in China and reminding residents that simple steps like proper handwashing remain the best way to stay healthy:· Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.· Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.· Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Planning Commission vacancy, seeking applicants
The City of Carlsbad is seeking residents interested in filling a scheduled vacancy on the City of Carlsbad Planning Commission for a four year term. Applications for this volunteer position are available on the city’s website or in the City Clerk’s Office, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive. Applications must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by noon on Feb. 17.
Come see the new art displays at Dove and Cole libraries
The City of Carlsbad libraries offer an active exhibit program with the primary mission of showcasing the work of artists residing in North County and sharing the visual arts experience with visitors of all ages. New works of art are on display for the months of February and March. Dove Library features Bonnie Tucker's collection of artwork An Explosion of People and Color and Cole Library presents the works of fiber artist Carol Lang.
Census 2020 information
Every 10 years, the U.S. Constitution requires a count of the nation’s population to determine the number of congressional representatives for each state. The government also uses census data to distribute an estimated $600 billion dollars in federal funding annually. The next federal census will begin on April 1, 2020.
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