Carlsbad Connector Informational Event
The city will host an informational event on Monday, Aug. 12, 2 to 5 p.m. in room 173A at the Faraday Center for employees to learn how they can commute using the new Carlsbad Connector shuttle service. Chat with iCommute representatives about taking transit from south of the city along the COASTER train route and hop in a shuttle vehicle to see how easy and convenient commuting can be. The Carlsbad Connector shuttle service is on track to launch Aug. 19. The service will pick you up from the Carlsbad Poinsettia station and bring you within walking distance to the Faraday Center, Safety Center or Water buildings. The Carlsbad Connector app can now be downloaded on your city cell phone through the Carlsbad App icon or through the Apple or Android stores. For more information, visit www.CarlsbadConnector.com.
Be the Boss Program Hosts its First Graduation
In collaboration with San Diego Tech Hub, Walmart Labs, and the Vista Unified School District, four high school students completed the beta test group for a passion entrepreneurship internship program called Be the Boss. The students were paired with mentors and met over six weeks to develop their passion to start their own businesses. The students learned about how to make an elevator pitch, conduct market research, plan financials and brand themselves and their company, all while working to improve leadership and public speaking skills every week. City economic development staff developed this pilot program with Walmart Labs, with plans to expand the program throughout the Innovate78 region and beyond. Programs like these helps encourage entrepreneurship among youth that don’t have access to resources through personal connections.
Village H Property South Trail Improvements
The requisite maintenance and trail improvement work on the southern section of the Village H property began on May 8, 2019, the day after the property’s deed was recorded. Substantial effort was placed on the trimming and selective removal of Eucalyptus trees, minor re-grading of the trail surface, installation of trail delineation post and rail fencing, and weed abatement. Additional accomplishments included the installation of trail amenities, regulatory signs and the painting of the perimeter fencing. Staff completed all work and the trail was opened to the public ahead of schedule on Aug. 2, 2019.
National Night Out
On the first Tuesday in August each year, the Police Department participates in National Night Out. Since 1984, National Night Out has highlighted community involvement in crime prevention activities, police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. National Night Out 2019 is predicted to have involved 38 million people from 16,000 communities in all 50 states. In Carlsbad, community members organized 17 events throughout the city and 10 teams of officers visited the gatherings.
44th Annual San Diego County Regional Explorer Academy
Members of the Police Department took 12 teens to the Regional Explorer Academy. The summertime, weeklong, live-in academy teaches the teens necessary skills to excel as a police explorer.
Supporting Junior Lifeguards
Fire Department personnel had the opportunity to meet with future lifeguards during the City of Carlsbad’s Junior Lifeguard Camp at Alga Norte Aquatic Center. During their visit, personnel shared valuable information on daily operations and responsibilities of the department, including emergency response, training and community outreach. The junior lifeguards also received hands-on demonstration of apparatus and equipment and learned about the maintenance requirements for emergency response. This event provided a great opportunity for personnel to support Carlsbad’s future lifeguards.
Art in the Village
The Parks & Recreation Department recently permitted the Carlsbad Village Association’s annual Art in the Village event happening this Sunday, Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 100 local and regional fine artists are featured in the Village along State Street and Grand Avenue. The public is invited to browse a variety of booths, while enjoying live acoustic music, art demos and instruction throughout the day. The family friendly event will feature a Student Art Pavilion and the Library & Cultural Arts Department’s Family Open Studios will be offering free hands-on art projects.
Senior Scam Stopper
On July 31, the Carlsbad Senior Center and Police Department presented a Senior Scam Stopper event in conjunction with District 76 Assembly member Tasha Boerner Horvath and the California Department of Consumer Affairs State Contractors Board. The event highlighted strategies that seniors may use to protect themselves against targeted scams and fraudulent advertisements which can lead to identity theft, invalid charges or incomplete services. The free event drew a capacity crowd, with about 30 people in the lobby seeking to learn more.
Hazardous Materials Preparation Response Course
City staff hosted the Sustainable Workplace Alliance, 3-day Hazardous Materials Preparation Response course last week at the Safety Training Center. Hazardous materials response can be a fast and fluid challenge for all first responders. During this three-day class, students from 23 different organizations studied the basics of HAZMAT terminology, proper selection and use of personal protective equipment and methods to safely respond or deploy assets to hazardous materials incidents. Students shared ideas and networked while also discussing the development of written response plans. Each student was trained to conduct proper fit testing for respirators, and the correct selection of protective equipment worn during an emergency response. By the end of the course, all students gained the knowledge necessary to instruct other employees in their respective organizations on hazardous materials response and safety protocols to mitigate the impacts of a hazardous materials incident.
Café Grand Opening
This Saturday, Aug. 10, Chapters Café at Dove Library is hosting a grand opening celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring samples from the menu and live music. Come by, grab a coffee, a snack and a good book!
Teen Talent Shows Finale
The last of three teen talent shows hosted by the City Library took place on Thursday evening in the Schulman Auditorium. More than 10 teens performed for an enthusiastic audience. Six performers from the July Teen Talent Show had an opportunity to perform on Channel 8 Morning Extra News and wowed the newscaster with their dancing!
Genealogists Come Together
On Aug. 3, nearly 150 people attended a talk in the City Library’s Schulman Auditorium led by television personality, author and attorney, Kenyatta Berry, best known for her role as a host on PBS’ Genealogy Roadshow. Berry provided recommendations for those interested in researching their family as well as tips on using storytelling to enhance family stories.
Commuter Survey
Carlsbad employees continue to help us improve our quality of life. Take a few minutes to complete the Commuter Survey before it closes on Friday, Aug. 9. Your survey responses will help us develop a Carlsbad Employee Commuter Program to support broader environmental policy goals, demonstrate compliance with the Transportation Demand Management Ordinance, and encourage well-being by offering programs that reduce travel costs, encourage physical activity and diminish stress.