Melanie Burkholder

Regional Coastal Sand Nourishment and Retention

Emergency repairs and study costs involve ongoing municipal and potentially state expenditures.

E-Bike Safety and Regulation

City resources are allocated toward police enforcement, educational campaigns, and digital infrastructure like the e-bike reporting portal.

State Homelessness Funding Access (AB 1708)

Potential future budget allocations or grant distributions toward local shelter operators.

State and Federal Legislative Advocacy & Bill Tracking

Monitored state and federal grants, funding allocations, and legislative mandates affecting municipal operations.

Fairfield Apartments at Bressi Ranch Development

Property values and local economic activity could shift depending on whether industrial or residential development occurs.

Federal Funding for Carlsbad Village Railroad Double Track Trenching

Brings $1 million in federal grant funds to the city.

Veterans Memorial Park Recognition Design and Features

Estimated construction costs of $475,000 will require City Council authorization from the Citywide Facilities District No. 1 Fund.

Housing Affordability and High-Density Development Concerns

Macroeconomic trends affect local tax revenues, business operating costs, and workforce retention across Carlsbad.

Emergency Bluff Erosion Repairs Near Encinas Creek Bridge

Funded through emergency capital improvement project reserves.

Library and Cultural Arts Funding

Supported by the City of Carlsbad's Community Arts Grant program.

Capital Improvement Projects and Park Upgrades

A construction contract of $5,683,957 plus additional fund appropriations from the Infrastructure Maintenance and Replacement Fund.

Traffic Calming on Anillo Way, La Gran Via, and Madrilena Way

Funded through existing allocations and project carryforwards.

Commercial Drone Delivery Concerns

Housing Trust Fund Annual Report & Fund Balance

Involves a $14 million fund balance, $510,000 in bridge funding for Tyler Court apartments, and an $850,000 commitment for Chestnut Apartments rehab.

2027 Commission Work Plan and Proactive Advocacy

None directly associated with work plan adoption.

Federal Funding for Local Water and Safe Routes Projects

Projects are supported by city capital improvement funds and federal grants, such as an $850,000 citywide construction grant.

Traffic Safety and All-Way Stop Controls

Nominal costs for sign installation and pavement marking.

Growth Management Program Open Space Performance Standard

Acquiring open space involves city capital funds and potential grant opportunities.

Carlsbad Village Pedestrian Safety and Growth

Costs would depend on specific infrastructure improvements requested by staff.

Library Technology and Infrastructure Upgrades

Covered under existing technology replacement funds and departmental contracts.

Approval of Minutes

Consent Calendar (Items 1-5)

Mayoral Appointment of Two Members to the Arts Commission

Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2027-28 Funding Plan

ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION OF THREE AED UNITS AND SECURED CABINETS FROM CITY SOCCER CLUB-CARLSBAD – Adoption of a resolution accepting a donation of three automated external defibrillator units and secured cabinets from City Soccer…

CITY MANAGER AUTHORITY TO SIGN RIGHT-OF-WAY PERMITS AND AGREEMENTS FROM NORTH COUNTY TRANSIT DISTRICT – Adoption of a resolution expanding the authority previously delegated to the City Manager to execute North County Transit District…

Approval of July 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Adoption of the 2027 Community-Police Engagement Commission Regular Meeting Calendar

Fiscal Year 2025-26 Housing Trust Fund Annual Report

Minutes of September 16, 2026

Reschedule Item 4 to First Departmental Report

Fairfield Apartments at Bressi Ranch - SDP 2024-0009

Love Shack - CDP 2025-0005

2026 Zone Code Clean Up - 2026-0001/MCA 2026-0002/LCPA 2026-0025

Adoption of 2027 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Calendar

Consent Calendar (Items 1-6)

Ordinance No. CS-520: All-Way Stop Controls

Carlsbad Village Railroad Trench Project MOU

REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS AS OF AUG. 31, 2026

RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO RENEW THE CARLSBAD TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

Consent Calendar (Items 1-6)

Ordinance No. CS-520: All-Way Stop Controls

Carlsbad Village Railroad Trench Project MOU

Recommend Veterans Recognition Elements, Donation Amounts, and Estimated Construction Costs

to adopt Resolution No. 2026-163 with the addition of the parking condition as proposed by staff and agreed to by the project applicant as follows: Resolution No. 2026-163 Exhibit 1 4. That the follo

Mixed-Use Development at 840 Carlsbad Village Drive (Rincon CVD)

Voted against the project due to concerns over parking shortages in the Village and the reliance on optional mechanical lifts.

to adopt Ordinance No. CS-517.

Direction to Staff on Onshore Oil and Gas Facilities Ban

Opposition to State Housing, Planning, and Water Bills

Voted to oppose bills that limit local control and impose administrative burdens on city planning and infrastructure.

Watch Positions on Energy and Public Safety Bills

Agreed to place measures on watch pending further clarification on consumer protections and operational impacts.

Adoption of Legislative Positions on State Bills

Approval of March 10, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Adoption of State Legislative Positions

Anti-Bullying in Carlsbad Public Places Resolution

Believes behavioral intervention is primarily a parent and school district issue rather than a municipal government function.

Support for State Legislation (AB 1667, AB 1708, AB 2284, AB 2346, SB 1167, AB 2517, AB 1866)

Consent Calendar Approval

Introduction of Ordinance Amending Community-Police Engagement Commission Meetings

E-Bike Regulations and Park Prohibitions Ordinance and Resolution

Environmental Sustainability Commission Work Plan Approval

Investment Review Board Work Plan Approval

Website Update for Federal Resources and Know Your Rights Information

Adoption of Legislative Positions on State Bills (SB 677, SB 722, AB 35)