This week, the City Council took another major step forward on Veterans Memorial Park by adopting construction plans for the park and giving staff the go-ahead to seek bids from construction contractors — one of the final steps before construction is expected to begin in early 2026. In today’s update, I’ll share what’s planned for the park, along with a behind-the-scenes look at how construction is coming along on the Monroe Street Pool improvements.
Here’s the full lineup:
Veterans Memorial Park moves closer to construction
Behind the scenes: Monroe Street Pool construction update
Tips for protecting your home from wildfires
Safely dispose of medication at Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Carlsbad City Library to host 5 ‘thrilling’ authors
Enjoy Día de los Muertos at Leo Carrillo Ranch
Upcoming community events
Where to vote in Carlsbad
No coastal rail service this weekend
What’s on the agenda for your next City Council meeting
