Mayor· 2022-2026
Keith Blackburn
Carlsbad
About
Keith Blackburn's mayoral campaign centered primarily on safeguarding public safety and preserving the distinct character and local control of Carlsbad. Key discussions during his run also touched upon addressing homelessness and local governance issues.
Campaign promises (1)
- public-safetyKeith Blackburn focused his campaign platform on prioritizing public safety and maintaining the unique character of the city.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 2:07:30
- Avg per meeting
- 6:04
- Segments
- 3395
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Top issues during term (9)(Roads)
Traffic Noise and Enforcement on Carlsbad Boulevard
Absorbed within existing police department operational budgets.
Traffic Calming on Anillo Way, La Gran Via, and Madrilena Way
Funded through existing allocations and project carryforwards.
State Street ADA Accessibility and Sidewalk Obstructions
Future sidewalk and ADA improvements will be funded through dedicated capital improvement program funds.
College Boulevard Extension Study
Will be determined following completion of the preliminary design and cost analysis study.
Avenida Encinas Active Transportation Improvements
Funded through city capital improvement project budgets.
Downtown Parking and Traffic Management
Funding for downtown parking design and striping changes is integrated into ongoing public works budgets.
FY 2024-25 Growth Management Plan Circulation Report
Ongoing monitoring costs are absorbed within the existing Public Works Department operating budget.
El Camino Real Widening and Pedestrian Improvements
Capital improvement project funding is allocated across multiple fiscal years.
Traffic Management Program 2026 Overhaul
Optimizes existing staff resources for traffic calming evaluations.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Blackburn was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
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Voting record (0)(Roads)
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