Carlsbad Takes Proactive Steps to Reduce Wildfire Risk

Carlsbad takes proactive steps to reduce wildfire risk

CARLSBAD, Calif. (KGTV) Carlsbad is ramping up its proactive firefighting efforts this summer, with the City Council recently approving a plan to develop a comprehensive Community Wildfire Protection Plan following the first phase of the city's Wildfire Mitigation Plan.Carlsbad Fire Marshal and Division Chief Darcy Davidson said the wildfires in Los Angeles in January of 2025 helped accelerate the city's planning efforts."After the devastating w…

$249.4M Carlsbad budget includes wildfire plan funding

The Carlsbad City Council adopted a $249.4 million General Fund operating budget June 16 for 2026-27, directing increased spending toward public safety, infrastructure and other city services while projecting $249.6 million in revenue. The plan represents a 2.9% increase over the current year’s General Fund budget, city officials reported. It anticipates reserves equal to 58% of the General Fund as of June 30, 2027, above the city’s 40% policy t…