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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carlsbad public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City legislative advocacy program and library positions
Carlsbad runs an unusually robust legislative program for a city its size — seven sponsored bills signed into law, including two this year. The legislative platform includes four library-specific positions supporting funding, patron privacy, and net neutrality.
Barrio pedestrian lighting project completed
Congressman Levin secured $5 million in federal funding that installed over 100 pedestrian lights in the Barrio neighborhood, celebrated at an event last week.
San Onofre nuclear waste siting progress
Five states have signed on to potentially host nuclear waste facilities, and Congressman Levin is pushing to prioritize San Onofre's waste. Carlsbad sits within the 50-mile radius, so this matters locally.
Age-Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan and Partnerships
The city is expanding its community outreach, including a partnership presentation with Adidas and local safety agencies to support senior well-being.
Traffic Noise and Enforcement on Carlsbad Boulevard
Residents have raised concerns regarding loud vehicle noise and speeding along Carlsbad Boulevard. The police department utilizes targeted weekend enforcement and subjective officer evaluations under the vehicle code to address loud exhausts.