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BUDGET
Operating Budget
Capital Improvement Program
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
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Budget preparation team
Finance team
Zach Korach, Finance Director
Brigid Drury, Finance Manager
Jeremy Bates, Senior Management Analyst
Bridget Desmarais, Management Analyst
Leadership team
Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Cindie McMahon, City Attorney
Geoff Patnoe, Assistant City Manager
Gary Barberio, Deputy City Manager, Community Services
Paz Gomez, Deputy City Manager, Public Works
Laura Rocha, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services
Michael Calderwood, Chief, Fire Department
Maria Callander, Director, Information Technology
Sheila Cobian, Director, Legislative & Constituent Services
Tom Frank, Director, Public Works Transportation
Morgen Fry, Management Analyst, Office of the City Manager
David Graham, Chief Innovation Officer, Innovation & Economic Development
Jason Haber, Director, Intergovernmental Affairs, Office of the City Manager
Zach Korach, Director, Finance
Kyle Lancaster, Director, Parks & Recreation
Faviola Medina, City Clerk Services Manager, Office of the City Clerk
Mandy Mills, Director, Housing & Homeless Services
Jeff Murphy, Director, Community Development
Vicki Quiram, Director, Public Works Utilities
Kristina Ray, Director, Communication & Engagement
Suzanne Smithson, Director, Library & Cultural Arts
Judy Von Kalinowski, Director, Human Resources
Mickey Williams, Chief, Police Department
James Wood, Jr., Director, Public Works Environmental Sustainability
Department budget preparers & reviewers
Shoshana Aguilar, Utilities Rosario Aranda, Housing & Homeless Services
Sue Armstrong, Communication & Engagement Conrad Avila, Finance
Amanda Baker, Police Pat Downie, City Clerk’s Office
Bonnie Elliott, Parks & Recreation Fiona Everett, Library & Cultural Arts
Ed Garbo, Risk Management Shawn Gaskari, Fleet & Facilities
Brent Gerber, Information Technology Kayla Hanner, Finance
Chad Kantner, Utilities Esther Lan, Transportation
John Maashoff, Fleet & Facilities Tom Mallory, Communication & Engagement
Jennie Marinov, Fire Department Debbie Jo McCool, Library & Cultural Arts
Roxanne Muhlmeister, Finance Bradley Northup, Fleet & Facilities
Robin Nuschy, City Attorney’s Office Debbie Porter, Human Resources
Megan Powers, Environmental Sustainability Sarah Reiswig, Workers’ Compensation
Kim Riboni, Finance Lauren Rogers, Finance
Jason Rosado, Finance Laureen Ryan, Community Development
Sarah Sanders, Risk Management Katie Schroeder, City Treasurer’s Office
Richard Schultz, Library & Cultural Arts Craddock Stropes, Public Works Admin.
Baq Taj, Construction Management & Inspection Cynthia Vigeland, Community Development
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
City Manager’s transmittal letter .................................................................................................A-1
Readers guide ...............................................................................................................................A-5
Budget process .............................................................................................................................A-6
5-Year Strategic Plan ....................................................................................................................A-8
Annual workplan ..........................................................................................................................A-9
Community engagement ..............................................................................................................A-11
About Carlsbad .............................................................................................................................A-13
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................A-20
Fiscal issues and financial management ......................................................................................A-21
Financial management policies ....................................................................................................A-24
Appropriation limit .......................................................................................................................A-28
Debt management .......................................................................................................................A-29
Basis of budgeting ........................................................................................................................A-31
Budgetary fund structure .............................................................................................................A-32
Budget awards .............................................................................................................................A-34
OPERATING BUDGET
Overview ......................................................................................................................................B-1
Revenue .......................................................................................................................................B-2
Expenditures ................................................................................................................................B-13
Personnel allocations ...................................................................................................................B-21
Schedule of projected fund balances ...........................................................................................B-23
Schedule of revenue estimates ....................................................................................................B-25
Schedule of budget expenditures ................................................................................................B-31
PUBLIC SAFETY
Summary ......................................................................................................................................C-1
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................C-2
Fire Department ...........................................................................................................................C-3
Police Department .......................................................................................................................C-10
PUBLIC WORKS
Summary ......................................................................................................................................D-1
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................D-2
Public Works Administration ........................................................................................................D-3
Construction Management & Inspection .....................................................................................D-5
Environmental Sustainability .......................................................................................................D-7
Fleet & Facilities ...........................................................................................................................D-14
Transportation .............................................................................................................................D-19
Utilities .........................................................................................................................................D-26 COMMUNITY SERVICES
Summary ......................................................................................................................................E-1
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................E-2
Community Services Administration ............................................................................................E-3
Community Development ............................................................................................................E-5
Housing & Homeless Services ......................................................................................................E-16
Library & Cultural Arts ..................................................................................................................E-26
Parks & Recreation .......................................................................................................................E-41
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Summary ......................................................................................................................................F-1
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................F-2
Administrative Services Administration .......................................................................................F-3
Finance .........................................................................................................................................F-5
Human Resources ........................................................................................................................F-7
Information Technology ...............................................................................................................F-14
Innovation & Economic Development .........................................................................................F-16
Miscellaneous Non-Departmental ...............................................................................................F-18
POLICY & LEADERSHIP
Summary ......................................................................................................................................G-1
Organization chart ........................................................................................................................G-2
Office of the City Council ..............................................................................................................G-3
Office of the City Treasurer ..........................................................................................................G-5
Office of the City Manager ...........................................................................................................G-7
Office of the City Attorney ...........................................................................................................G-9
Office of the City Clerk .................................................................................................................G-11
Communication & Engagement ...................................................................................................G-13
STRATEGIC DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INVESTMENT
PROGRAM
Overview ......................................................................................................................................H-1
Investing in digital transformation ...............................................................................................H-2
Project evaluation ........................................................................................................................H-2
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program projects ..................................................H-4
Estimated total appropriations by goal ........................................................................................H-5
Projects to pursue communitywide digital transformation .........................................................H-7
Projects to build capacity for data-driven decision making .........................................................H-13
Projects to foster a vibrant civic engagement culture .................................................................H-17
Projects to enhance accessibility and transparency ....................................................................H-18
Projects to promote security and sustainability through connectivity ........................................H-20
Minor projects ..............................................................................................................................H-24
Future projects .............................................................................................................................H-24
Detail five-year schedule of projects by Connected Carlsbad goal ..............................................H-27
Detail five-year schedule of projects by fund ..............................................................................H-28
Project funding sources ................................................................................................................H-29
Projected fund balances ...............................................................................................................H-29
Revenue projections schedule .....................................................................................................H-30
Budget expenditure schedule ......................................................................................................H-30
Project estimated operational requirements ...............................................................................H-31
Fiscal year 2023-24 roadmap .......................................................................................................H-32
Five-year roadmap .......................................................................................................................H-33
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Overview ......................................................................................................................................I-1
Investing in our quality of life .......................................................................................................I-2
Project evaluation ........................................................................................................................I-2
Fiscal year 2023-24 appropriations by category ..........................................................................I-3
New capital improvement projects ..............................................................................................I-5
Capital Improvement Program revenues .....................................................................................I-10
Future growth and development .................................................................................................I-11
Future projects .............................................................................................................................I-12
Calculation of future fees .............................................................................................................I-13
Unfunded projects .......................................................................................................................I-13
Projected fund balances for fiscal year 2022-23 ..........................................................................I-14
Projected fund balances for fiscal year 2023-24 ..........................................................................I-15
Revenue projections schedule .....................................................................................................I-16
Budget expenditure schedule ......................................................................................................I-17
Project estimated operational requirements ...............................................................................I-18
Detail 15-year schedule of capital projects ..................................................................................I-19
Capital Improvement Program summary by fund ........................................................................I-31
Glossary of capital project funding sources .................................................................................I-43
APPENDICES
Planned major capital outlay items fiscal year 2023-24 ..............................................................J-1
Fund classifications and descriptions ...........................................................................................J-3
Department/fund relationship .....................................................................................................J-9
Glossary ........................................................................................................................................J-11
Acronyms .....................................................................................................................................J-13
Budget communications ..............................................................................................................J-15
General Fund forecast ..................................................................................................................J-17
Resolutions adopting the budget .................................................................................................J-35
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Dear City Council:
The City Council’s prudent budget policies and disciplined focus on long-term strategic goals have
resulted in a fiscal year 2023-24 budget that invests in the community’s top priorities, while
continuing to set money aside for future infrastructure needs and grow the city’s cash reserves.
Notably, this budget also reduces base spending to help bring future projected expenditures into
alignment with expected revenues.
Budget Overview
The fiscal year 2023-24 budget maintains the city’s high level of service, which includes several
programs added in recent years to address the City Council’s top priorities. These include a beach
lifeguard program, a program to reduce homelessness, an additional fire station and two additional
ambulances, a police ranger program for city parks and trails, increased spending on the arts, more
pool lifeguards, additional parks and enhanced efforts to protect the environment.
The budget also reflects increasing costs due to inflation and supply chain issues and includes new
and expanded services to meet state mandates from the last several years that did not come with
new funding. This includes housing laws, stricter recycling regulations, protecting water quality and
managing public records.
Even with these pressures, the fiscal year 2023-24 budget reduces city staffing by the equivalent of 12
positions and identifies various base spending reductions totaling $2.3 million in the General Fund
and $3.3 million citywide, at a time when inflation is 6%.
All city departments continue to follow a data-driven approach to budgeting, which has allowed the
City Council to make strategic decisions about where to focus resources and how to phase in larger
investments over time.
The City Council’s 5-Year Strategic Plan
The adoption of the City Council’s 5-Year Strategic Plan in 2022 allows staff to focus on five main
areas, with the annual budget outlining how the city will work to accomplish the strategic plan’s
objectives and work toward the plan’s vision in the year ahead.
Community Character
Maintain Carlsbad’s unique community character and connectedness
In five years, even though the city has grown and changed, residents agree that it still has the
smalltown beach community character and connectedness that made them want to live here in the
first place. Diverse community members of all ages enjoy participating in the wide array of programs
and events offered by the city, where they run into neighbors, meet new friends and, mostly
importantly, feel welcome and included.
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Quality of Life and Safety
Prioritize the safety and well-being of the community
In five years, the City of Carlsbad remains one of the safest cities in the region due to new
investments in fire and emergency medical services and a well-equipped and highly trained Police
Department that enjoys excellent relationships with the community. Critical infrastructure like roads
and pipes are well-maintained, while parks, community centers, libraries and other facilities reflect
the community’s high standards.
Sustainability and the Natural Environment
Protect the environment and natural resources
In five years, thanks to the city’s strategic approach to environmental sustainability, Carlsbad is seen
as a model for how to leverage partnerships and innovation to achieve climate and environmental
goals. City residents and businesses feel supported in their own environmental sustainability efforts,
whether it’s complying with new mandates or taking advantage of opportunities to go above and
beyond. As a result, the city has met or exceeded goals for eliminating greenhouse gas emissions,
reducing what goes to landfills, keeping creeks, lagoons and the ocean clean, and protecting native
habitat and natural open space.
Economic Vitality
Foster a healthy local economy
In five years, the City of Carlsbad has a strong and diverse economy that combines a thriving small
business community with leading industries of the future. Smart, talented professionals want to work
here, and entrepreneurial leaders want to invest in their own startup ventures. Those looking to grow
their skills will find opportunities for workforce development in Carlsbad. Carlsbad has excellent
relationships with key industries, business organizations, other cities in the region, and academic
institutions. By achieving this goal, the city as a whole is financially stable and more residents have
the jobs they want right in their own backyards.
Organizational Excellence and Fiscal Health
Be a model for effective and efficient local government
In five years, the City Council, the community and city employees have remained aligned around
common goals established in the 5-Year Strategic Plan. This sustained focus has not only generated
measurable results, it has translated into operational efficiencies and cost savings. The very best in
their fields want to work for the City of Carlsbad because of the culture that has been created around
innovation, inclusivity and engagement. The city’s financial health has been maintained while
meeting or even exceeding the community’s high expectations for service delivery. Investments in
technology have led to enhanced efficiency, transparency, accountability and value.
Local traffic safety emergency
Much of the previous fiscal year was spent under a proclamation of local emergency to address traffic
safety. When ratifying the local emergency Sept. 27, 2022, the City Council appropriated $2 million
from the fiscal year 2021-22 budget surplus to fund immediate safety education, engineering and
enforcement actions. In addition to this funding, staff reprioritized existing projects and resources to
reflect the local emergency needs.
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Although the traffic safety emergency continues into fiscal year 2023-24, no additional funding has
been requested. As of this writing, the emergency is scheduled to end Sept. 8, 2023, pending any
significant change in conditions. At this time, the city would continue the ongoing work initiated
under the emergency proclamation as part of normal daily operations. This includes providing traffic
safety training and education, partnering with local schools, reconfiguring roads and enhancing
enforcement in key collision areas.
Changes to the budget
The fiscal year 2023-24 budget reflects a call for all departments to increase efficiency and find new
ways to reduce ongoing spending. In addition to lowering base spending in the General Fund by $2.3
million at a time when inflation is 6%, the proposed budget reduces city staffing by the equivalent of
12 positions.
Because the city has forecasted that ongoing spending will exceed ongoing revenues as soon as fiscal
year 2025-26, this year’s budget scales back custodial services, nonessential parks maintenance,
printing and other administrative expenses, travel and training for city staff, and city cell phone use,
among other areas expected to have a minimal impact on the community.
Due to ongoing economic uncertainty, city staff will provide regular financial updates to the City
Council throughout fiscal year 2023-24. Identifying a potential structural deficit early has allowed the
city to take a thoughtful approach to solutions, exploring new ways to reduce spending and increase
revenue.
Capital Improvement Program
The City of Carlsbad Capital Improvement Program reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to
maintaining the highest standards of quality facilities for our community today and in the future.
The fiscal year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program includes $97.7 million in new appropriations to
support construction and maintenance projects, including those related to streets, libraries, parks,
fire stations, administrative facilities, and water, sewer and drainage facilities. In total, 227 projects
are planned over the next 15 years.
Five new projects totaling $2.7 million in fiscal year 2023-24 are proposed to be added to the
program, including traffic safety projects and projects that support the strategic plan.
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
Over the years, the city’s use of technology has become as critical to city operations as traditional
infrastructure. The city’s Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program increases efficiencies,
security, transparency and data-driven decision making through investments in the city’s digital
infrastructure. In total, 44 continuing and new projects are planned over the next five years.
The fiscal year 2023-24 budget includes $4.57 million in new budget appropriations to support digital
transformation projects.
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General Fund reserve
The City Council has a policy to maintain the equivalent of 40% of the annual General Fund operating
budget in a reserve account. This helps ensure that during emergencies and economic downturns the
city can continue to meet the community’s needs. In June 2023, the city was projected to have
$112.9 million in reserves or 59% of the annual General Fund operating budget.
Pension strategy
At a time when cities throughout California are challenged by increasing payments into the California
Public Employees' Retirement System, the City of Carlsbad’s pension is funded at 86%, exceeding the
City Council’s target of 80%.
Decisions to invest surplus budget funds over the past eight fiscal years to pay down pension debt
and implementing a lower pension benefit for new hires (in advance of statewide pension reforms)
has reduced pension liability for the City of Carlsbad. However, continued vigilance is needed, as
CalPERS investment returns, which help fund pension benefits, remain vulnerable to market volatility.
Looking to the future
The city remains financially healthy today, with a AAA credit rating, healthy reserves and among the
lowest pension debts in the region, even though we face new fiscal challenges as we transition from a
growing city to one focused on maintaining its high level of service in the face of increasing costs and
changes to revenue sources.
Fees from development, which have funded much of the city’s current infrastructure, are expected to
decrease as the last major new master planned communities in Carlsbad are built. In the city’s fiscal
year 2023-24 budget, development revenue is down 21% overall.
We knew this was coming, and that’s why the city has implemented several new budget policies and
added rigor to the annual budget process. Work has also begun on a multi-year process to develop a
new framework for managing growth in a way that protects our quality of life and the city’s financial
health.
Finally, the City Council’s approval of Carlsbad’s first long-term strategic plan will focus resources on
those things most important to the community as we prepare for the future.
I would like to thank the City Council for its continued leadership and commitment to those we serve.
Your prudent stewardship has helped Carlsbad set the standard for responsive and transparent local
government, working in partnership with the community to realize a shared vision for the future.
Sincerely,
Scott Chadwick
City Manager
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INTRODUCTION
The annual budget is the most significant expression of how City Council policies are translated into
daily operations. In this document, you will see where the city gets the money it uses to carry out its
mission and how that money will be spent during the fiscal year that begins July 1, 2023.
More than a spending plan, the annual budget is also intended to provide a window into the complex
and dynamic economic environment within which your local government operates. As such, this
document reviews local, state and national trends affecting city finances, as well as demographic
information, regulations and policies that affect how, when and where the city invests resources.
READERS GUIDE
Some of the information included in this budget document is required by state law. Other details are
provided for context and transparency. More than anything, city staff have prepared this budget to
serve as a practical guide and tool for ensuring the City of Carlsbad lives up to its standard of being
the best run government, period.
The following information is included in the four main sections of the budget:
Introduction
• Information about the city, its size, its demographics, the city government structure and
other background
• How the budget is prepared and approved
• Input city staff received from the public and how it has been incorporated into city spending
priorities
• The economic and fiscal issues facing the city
• Financial management policies
Operating Budget
• An overview of where the city gets the money (“revenue”) to fund daily operations
• A big picture summary of city staffing levels, spending broken out into different categories
and other aggregate information
• Detailed budgets for all city functional areas
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
• Major city digital transformation projects (online permitting, records management system,
police computer aided dispatch system, hardware and software, security strategy, etc.)
included in this year’s budget
• How projects are identified and prioritized
• Sources of funding and long-term plan
Capital Improvement Program
• Major city construction projects (roads, water and wastewater systems, parks, etc.) included
in this year’s budget
• How projects are identified and prioritized
• Sources of funding and long-term plan
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BUDGET PROCESS
The City Council sets the overall policy direction for the City of Carlsbad and helps staff prioritize
programs, projects and services to support that direction. Public input plays a critical role in setting
both the long-range policy direction of the city and decisions about day-to-day spending. The city
operates on a fiscal year that begins July 1. City staff in all departments prepare individual budgets for
their functional areas. These budgets are then combined into an overall city budget that is presented
to the City Council each spring for review and input.
The City Council has the authority to approve the annual budget and may amend it during the year if
needed. The legal level of budgetary control is at the fund level, which means spending in each
different type of fund may not exceed the budgeted amount without City Council approval.
Additional information regarding the budgetary controls can be found in the resolution approving the
annual operating budget in the appendices.
December
Finance Department staff hold individual meetings with departments to discuss budget goals and
timelines for the upcoming fiscal year. Finance Department staff also prepare base budgets for each
department during this time based on prior fiscal year appropriations.
January
City staff hold a budget kick-off meeting to discuss priorities for the upcoming budget cycle, any
changes to the budget process compared to last fiscal year, and the calendar for submission of
required budget forms. Departments begin developing their budget submissions based on the base
budgets provided by the Finance Department and their needs and budget guidelines for the new
fiscal year.
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February
Departments provide their budget submissions to the Finance Department. These submissions
include any requests departments make to amend their budgets, along with general information
about existing personnel allocations and budget for professional and outside services. Finance
Department staff review submissions, analyze requested budgets and work with departments to
make any necessary changes.
March
Departments present their budgets, including significant changes and requests for new funding, to
the City Manager. Departments submit estimates for current fiscal year-end revenues and
expenditures to Finance.
April
Based on meetings with individual departments, the City Manager decides the budget that will move
forward for City Council consideration. Finance Department staff prepare the preliminary budget
document.
May
Staff present the preliminary budget to the City Council for consideration. After this public meeting,
staff amends the preliminary budget document for any City Council-directed changes. City staff also
hold a public budget workshop to discuss the preliminary budget with the community and answer
questions about it.
June
At a public hearing, staff present the final proposed budget to the City Council for consideration and
adoption.
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5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN
The City of Carlsbad is guided by a 5-Year Strategic Plan, which
was adopted by the City Council in 2022. The plan serves as a
road map during the budget process by identifying specific,
measurable objectives to be achieved during the five-year
timeframe.
The plan was developed by working closely with the community
to identify a vision for the Carlsbad community, strategic plan
goals and project priorities. The community will continue to be
engaged in refining specific projects and initiatives within the
strategic plan as it is implemented. This input is also
incorporated into the annual budget process.
2023-2027 Strategic Goals
The 5-Year Strategic Plan includes high level goals, objectives, projects and service commitments that
support the Carlsbad Community Vision.
Core Services
The city fulfills its purpose and supports the 5-Year Strategic Plan goals every day by providing core
services and functions of municipal government at a very high level of quality. From a resource
perspective, these ongoing services represent the vast majority of the city’s annual budget.
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ANNUAL WORKPLAN
Specific work plans and resource allocations to support the 5-Year Strategic Plan are developed each
year and included in each department’s budget program summaries. Some of the key initiatives,
projects and services that support strategic plan goals in the fiscal year 2023-24 budget include:
• Begin planning for Carlsbad’s newest park, Robertson Ranch Community Park.
• Work with the veterans’ community to develop a vision for public art at Veterans
Memorial Park.
• Present recommendations from a growth management citizens committee and continue
to the next step of developing a new approach to managing growth, based on the City
Council’s direction.
• Complete the development of objective design standards for new multifamily and
mixed-use projects, helping to ensure their design complements Carlsbad’s unique
character.
• Seek funding to advance a project to lower the railroad tracks through the Village and
Barrio areas.
• Provide high quality library services, programs and events that bring people together
and support lifelong learning.
• Accept applications for a new Mills Act program to allow owners of historic properties to
receive a property tax break in exchange for restoration efforts.
• Continue to implement a comprehensive Homeless Action Plan to help address
homelessness in Carlsbad and its effects on the community.
• Provide affordable housing through a variety of programs and policies reflected in the
city’s approved Housing Element.
• Continue a high level of public safety services including a full-service Police Department,
fire and emergency medical services, a park ranger program and city lifeguards.
• Manage, maintain and enhance the city’s roadways to provide a safe, efficient and cost-
effective multi-modal transportation system.
• Promote traffic safety through cooperative programs with local schools, businesses and
other partners, safety training programs, enforcement and public education.
• Continue to provide school resource officers and crossing guards to local schools.
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• Complete an update to the city’s Climate Action Plan.
• Increase citywide electric vehicle charging infrastructure and transition fleet vehicle
purchases to electric vehicles, with the exception of public safety vehicle purchases,
which will be electric where feasible.
• Maintain the city’s 6,200 acre preserve system according to the standards of the city’s
Habitat Management Plan.
• Continue to implement new sustainable materials management programs, including
organics recycling and reducing use of single use plastics.
• Create a strategic approach for a vibrant economy that includes talent and workforce
strategies, small business assistance, inclusive growth and diverse business support, key
industry cluster development, and fostering of an ecosystem for startups and
entrepreneurs to thrive.
• Provide resources to grow and support key industries in Carlsbad’s economy.
• Support the long-term viability of small businesses, startups and entrepreneurs in
partnership with local and regional collaborators.
• Implement the policies and programs in the Carlsbad General Plan and Economic
Development Strategic Plan based on annual budget appropriations by the City Council.
• Implement a new performance tracking, management and reporting program for the 5-
Year Strategic Plan.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement that equips the organization to deliver
excellent service to the community.
• Expand the city’s Digital Information Network.
• Implement a new Enterprise Asset Management System.
• Implement a new Computer Aided Dispatch system with a real time crime center.
• Implement new tools for citywide project management.
• Attract and retain a talented, diverse and engaged workforce.
• Maintain CalPERS funded status of 80% or greater (Council Policy No. 86).
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The City of Carlsbad is guided by two documents built on
extensive feedback from the community:
• Carlsbad Community Vision
• City Council 5-Year Strategic Plan
The Carlsbad Community Vision was first developed over 10
years ago through an 18-month public engagement process.
Since that time, the city has checked in with the community
every few years to validate the nine core values that make up
the community’s vision for the future.
While areas of emphasis have shifted based on current
events, the economy and other factors, the values have stood
the test of time.
Strategic Planning Input Process
In 2021, the City Council decided to develop a 5-Year Strategic Plan that focuses building momentum
on a limited number of priority goals. Previously, the City Council developed goals annually, often
causing new goals to be added to the list before the previous year’s goals could be completed. As a
result, progress could be slowed as staff’s efforts were spread among too many competing priorities.
Starting with the Carlsbad Community Vision, the City Council chose five main areas of focus within
the Community Vision, based on input received from the community. Then, the public was invited to
share their ideas and priorities within each area. This public engagement process yielded the largest
amount of community input since the city launched a formal community engagement program in the
early 2000s.
The fiscal year 2023-24 budget represents the work plan and resource allocation for year two of the
strategic plan’s implementation.
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Ongoing Input
The city continues to engage the community on specific projects and initiatives within the strategic
plan. Input helping to shape decisions reflected in the fiscal year 2023-24 budget included:
• Over 500 comments received at meetings of the City Council and city boards, commissions
and committees.
• Over 700 emails from community members.
• Public workshops, online surveys and other engagement for specific projects:
o A new approach to managing growth
o Locations for new housing in Carlsbad
o Design standards for new multi-family and mixed use projects
o Designs for permit ready ADU plans
o Public art for Fire Station 2
o Traffic safety priorities
o Road improvements for the south Carlsbad coastline, Tamarack and Carlsbad
Boulevard and the area around Kelly Elementary School
o Reducing speeding on Tamarack Avenue between Skyline and Adams
o Reducing speeding in 11 residential neighborhoods
o Improving lighting in the Barrio
Budget Input
Finally, the city also sought input on the budget itself through a public workshop, public meetings,
social media and other channels. The Budget Communications appendix at the end of this document
contains more information on the city’s efforts.
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CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
The City of Carlsbad is situated in
north San Diego County where a
great climate, beautiful beaches and
lagoons, and abundant natural open
space combine with world class
resorts, family attractions, well-
planned neighborhoods, a diverse
business sector and a charming
village atmosphere to create the
ideal California experience.
Our History
Named for a famed 19th Century European spa whose mineral springs were found to be remarkably
similar to those found here, the City of Carlsbad’s history reflects the heritage of many cultures. The
shoreline of the city’s Agua Hedionda Lagoon was home to the indigenous Luiseño and Diegueños
Indians for centuries before the arrival of the Spaniards. The area known today as Carlsbad was once
a territory of Spain and then Mexico. The City of Carlsbad was incorporated in 1952 and today is
home to more than 100,000 people. Guided by an award-winning growth management plan
approved by voters in 1986, the City of Carlsbad has matured into a well-rounded community where
parks, roads and other infrastructure have kept pace with development. Now that the period of rapid
growth is coming to an end, the city is focused on sustaining an excellent quality of life for residents
and continuing to foster a strong sense of community.
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CITY GOVERNMENT
The City of Carlsbad is a municipal corporation following the council-manager form of government.
The City Council, the city’s legislative body, defines the policy direction of the city. The city
manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the city. The City of Carlsbad also has an elected City
Clerk and City Treasurer.
Districts
The City Council consists of an elected
mayor and four elected council members.
Each serves a four-year term. In 2017, the
city switched to a system where City
Council members are elected by
district instead of at large or citywide.
District boundaries were updated
following the 2020 Census.
Charter City
There are two types of cities in California:
charter and general law. Charter cities
follow the laws set forth in the state’s
constitution along with their own adopted
“charter” document. General law cities
follow the laws set forth by the state
legislature.
In 2008, City of Carlsbad residents voted to approve the charter city measure, Proposition D, by 82%.
The charter gives the City of Carlsbad more flexibility on such issues as purchasing and contracting,
because the process mandated by the state can be expensive and cumbersome, causing project
delays. Certain affairs, such as traffic and vehicle regulation, open and public meetings laws, certain
planning and environmental laws, and eminent domain, remain matters of state authority even as a
charter city.
Boards and Commissions
The City Council appoints members to a variety of boards and commissions, which provide
opportunities for community engagement and recommendations to the City Council.
Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Committee Library Board of Trustees
Arts Commission Parks & Recreation Commission
Beach Preservation Commission Planning Commission
CDBG Commission Senior Commission
Golf Lodging Business Improvement District Tourism BID
Historic Preservation Commission Traffic & Mobility Commission
Housing Commission Village & Barrio Design Review Committee
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DEMOGRAPHICS
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BUSINESS SECTOR
Top Employers
Name Industry Employees
Viasat Information Technology 4,213
Legoland California Hospitality and Tourism 2,300
Thermo Fisher Scientific Life Sciences 2,332
Carlsbad Unified School District Education 1,094
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Hospitality and Tourism 900
City of Carlsbad Government 783
Gemological Institute of America Research and Education 771
Top Industries (as of 2022 survey)
Top Sales Tax Generators*
Apple Stores Life Technologies
Bob Baker Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram Lowe’s Home Centers
Bob Baker Hyundai Omni La Costa
Bob Baker Subaru Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
Chevron Service Stations Premier Cadillac/Buick/GMC of Carlsbad
Costco Wholesale Premier Chevrolet of Carlsbad
Fashionphile Premier Kia of Carlsbad
Hoehn Motors Shell Service Stations
Jaguar/Land Rover Carlsbad Tesla
Ken Grody Ford Toyota Scion
Legoland California Viasat
Legoland Food & Beverage Vons Grocery Company
Lexus Carlsbad
*Alphabetical order
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HOW CARLSBAD COMPARES
The table below shows General Fund revenue comparisons with neighboring jurisdictions for fiscal
year 2023-24 adopted budgets. Population estimates for 2023 and total General Fund budgets are
included for additional context.
Population
(2023 est.)
General Fund
Budget
Property
Tax Sales Tax Hotel
Tax*
Building
Permit Fees
Carlsbad 114,549 $216,929,604 % 39.7% 24.1% 15.5% 0.6%
$735.47 $445.87 $286.87 $10.91
El Cajon 104,619 99,954,889 % 27.6% 47.7% 3.6% 1.5%
$259.66 $447.97 $33.77 $14.34
Encinitas 61,085 102,763,751 % 62.8% 19.8% 5.3% 2.4%
$1,032.70 $326.09 $86.44 $39.29
Escondido 149,799 130,892,070 % 27.5% 38.9% 1.8% 1.4%
$234.10 $330.49 $15.35 $11.95
National
City 60,974 70,803,712 % 16.1% 56.5% 2.6% 0.7%
$183.64 $646.14 $30.11 $8.20
Newport
Beach 85,411 293,917,485 % 45.4% 16.0% 10.5% 1.2%
$1,654.14 $581.85 $383.48 $42.80
Oceanside 171,063 223,800,487 % 38.1% 21.3% 6.6% 1.4%
$497.31 $277.88 $85.59 $18.18
San
Clemente 63,237 85,106,290 % 54.3% 16.8% 4.5% 0.6%
$683.70 $211.03 $56.17 $7.91
San
Marcos 94,530 $90,582,910 % 33.7% 26.2% 1.7% 0.5%
$309.47 $240.28 $15.87 $4.44
Vista 99,835 $115,283,305 % 27.9% 31.0% 1.7% 1.5%
$325.79 $361.58 $19.95 $18.05
* Transient occupancy tax
Per capita % Percent of General Fund revenue
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2023-24 Revenue Per Capita Comparisons
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FISCAL ISSUES & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
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ECONOMIC AND FISCAL ISSUES FACING THE CITY
At the time of developing the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Proposed Budget, the nation, state and city had
largely recovered from fiscal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, unprecedented
inflationary levels were challenging the economy. In the City of Carlsbad, high inflationary levels have
actually boosted some of the city’s revenue sources like sales and transient occupancy tax, but the
city’s expenditures have also increased tremendously. While the Federal Reserve has taken swift
action to combat the rise in inflation by increasing interest rate targets, we have yet to see inflation
levels return to more historically normal levels. As the city moves forward, and as the level of
disposable income, personal savings and pent-up demand continues to diminish as a result of these
sustained inflationary levels, uncertainty about the city’s revenues keeping pace with its expenditures
increases.
Prior to the pandemic, the city boasted a low unemployment rate of 2.9%. At the height of the
pandemic, unemployment spiked to 13.8%. Over the past three years, the unemployment rate has
had some correlation to the prevalence of COVID-19 in the region. However, with the pandemic’s
economic impacts behind us, unemployment rates settled between 2% and 3% during calendar year
2022. Through the first quarter of calendar year 2023, macro-trends in the tech industry pushed
unemployment up nationally, but the labor market is still considered to be very tight. As of March
2023, the unemployment rate was 4.8% at the state level, 3.7% at the county level and 3.5% at the
local level.
National interest rates, which dropped significantly during the pandemic, have eclipsed pre-pandemic
rates for all categories. One-year rates are currently at 1.63%, ten-year rates are currently at 2.32%,
and 30-year rates are at 2.44%. With lingering concerns surrounding inflation, the Federal Reserve
has begun to raise interest rates and has done so over the Federal Open Market Committee’s last
eight meetings resulting in current interest rate targets of 5%-5.25%. As of May 2023, local inflation
had decreased year-over-year from 8.3% to 5.2%.
Maintaining good fiscal health must remain a top priority. Meeting this objective preserves the city’s
ability to continue providing important programs and services to the community. Past economic
challenges and prudent financial planning have provided opportunities for developing solutions to
address lost revenues while preserving vital services. The positive effect of inflation on some of the
city’s revenue sources have been significant but is considered one-time and something to be very
closely monitored moving forward. As inflation is likely to decline in the future, so will revenue
growth. Disciplined spending and long-term financial planning remain critical to ensuring the future
sustainability of important city programs and services.
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Long-Term Financial Planning
Strategic planning begins with determining the city's fiscal capacity based upon long-term financial
forecasts of recurring available revenues and future financial obligations. Prior to the adoption of the
annual budget, the finance department will prepare a Ten-Year Financial Forecast (Forecast) that
evaluates known internal and external issues impacting the city's financial condition. The
methodology for preparing the Forecast can be found in the appendix of this document. The Forecast
is intended to help the city:
• Attain and maintain financial sustainability,
• Have sufficient long-term information to guide financial decisions,
• Have sufficient resources to provide programs and services for the stakeholders,
• Identify potential risks to on-going operations in the long-term financial planning process
and communicate these risks on an annual basis,
• Establish mechanisms to identify early warning indicators, and
• Identify changes in expenditure or revenue structures needed to deliver services or to meet
the goals adopted by the City Council.
It is important to stress that the Forecast is not a budget. The Forecast does not dictate expenditure
decisions, but rather highlights the need to prioritize the allocation of the city’s limited resources to
ensure the continuation of core city services. The purpose of the plan is to provide the City Council,
key stakeholders and the public an overview of the city’s fiscal health based on various financial and
service level assumptions over the next ten years. It also allows for the discussion of necessary steps
to be initiated during the development and implementation of future budgets. The Forecast is
intended to look beyond the annual budget cycle and serve as a planning tool to bring a long-term
perspective to the budget process. The Forecast also takes into consideration Council Policies that
need to be met on an annual basis including General Fund reserve guidelines, pension funding
guidelines, etc. Should projected expenditures exceed projected revenues in any given year, the City
Manager will need to identify steps to mitigate the shortfalls prior to presenting a balanced budget to
the City Council for consideration during the annual budget development process.
It should be noted that the Forecast is a snapshot in time and will change as additional information is
made available and incorporated into the fiscal projections. Inflation and the uncertainty associated
with the economy has increased the volatility of projecting future revenues.
The city prepares a long-term financial model for both capital and operating needs. It is imperative
that the city plan for the impacts of development, the construction and operation of new public
facilities, and planning resources needed to build them. The city prepares a ten-year operating
forecast for the General Fund, a five-year Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program, and a
fifteen-year Capital Improvement Program. As part of the new Strategic Digital Transformation
Investment Program and the Capital Improvement Program, the city annually calculates the amounts
needed to pay for the projects and anticipated operating budget impacts. In this way, the city can
anticipate the effects of development from both a capital and an operating perspective.
One important initiative the city has undertaken to ensure its financial health is the development of
an Infrastructure Replacement Fund. With this fund, the city sets aside a portion of General Fund
revenues on an annual basis for major maintenance and replacement of its infrastructure. Much of
the city’s infrastructure is relatively new; thus, the city is just now experiencing the impact of
maintenance requirements. By setting aside funds now, the city’s residents can be assured that the
proper maintenance and replacement will be performed, as needed, on streets, parks and many
facilities for which the city is responsible.
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Employee retirement costs continue to require ongoing prudent fiscal management. The City Council
issued a pension funding policy to codify its commitment to ensure that resources will be available to
fulfill the city’s contractual retirement promises to its employees, and to minimize the chance that
the funding of these benefits will interfere with providing essential services to the community. The
policy outlines a funding discipline to ensure that adequate resources will be accumulated in a
systematic and disciplined manner to fund the long-term cost of benefits to the plan participants and
annuitants. Overall funding levels of the city’s plans are reviewed annually to ensure the city’s
funding level remains at least 80% – the city’s minimum targeted level. While this enhances the city’s
funding position, risks remain in the system. Required employer contributions will continue to
increase over the next few years and actual contribution increases could exceed expectations if
future investment return rates or other factors are unfavorable.
Revenue and expenditure growth projections
The city’s Forecast considers the annual growth of all currently known elements of city revenues and
expenditures. Projecting revenues is particularly difficult when considering rising inflation and
impacts to consumer demand. When forecasting expenditures, some of the major factors considered
are rising healthcare and workers’ compensation costs, underperforming pension programs, and
general inflation in both personnel and operating expenditures. Currently, the city projects
expenditure growth will outpace revenue growth in the near future. To support the increase in
ongoing costs, the city will need to consider alternative options, such as ways to increase economic
activity that will drive sustainable increases in the city’s current revenue base, an expansion of the
city’s revenue base, or a reduction of the city’s current service offerings and associated costs.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Revenue Policies
The development and maintenance of balanced and reliable revenue streams will be the primary
revenue objective of the city. Efforts will be directed to optimize existing revenue sources while
periodically reviewing potential new revenue sources. One method to maximize existing revenue
sources it to promote a healthy business climate. Revenue estimates will be prepared on an annual
basis during the preparation of the budget and major revenue categories will be projected on a ten-
year basis. Revenues will be estimated conservatively using accepted standards and estimates
provided by the state and other governmental agencies. Alternative revenue sources will be
periodically evaluated to determine their applicability to meet identified city needs. Sources of
revenue will be evaluated and modified as necessary to assure a diversified and growing revenue
base that improves the city’s ability to handle fluctuations in individual revenue sources.
Revenues from “one-time” or limited duration revenue sources will not be used for ongoing
operating expenses. Fees and charges for services will be evaluated and, if necessary, adjusted
annually to ensure that they generate sufficient revenues to meet service delivery costs. The city will
establish user charges at a level generally related to the full cost (operating, direct, indirect and
capital costs) of providing the service, unless the City Council determines that a subsidy from the
General Fund is in the public interest. The city will also consider market rates and charges levied by
other municipalities of similar size for like services in establishing rates, fees and charges. Enterprise
and internal service funds will be self-supporting.
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Expenditure and Budget Policies
Major expenditure categories will be projected on a ten-year basis. The city will operate on a current
funding basis. Expenditures will be budgeted and controlled so as not to exceed current revenues
plus the planned use of any accumulated fund balances. Annual budgeted operating expenditures
shall not exceed annual operating revenues, including budgeted use of reserves, unless directed by
the City Council.
The City Manager shall prepare and submit to the City Council annually a proposed operating,
strategic digital transformation investment program and capital improvement program budget and
the budgets will be adopted by June 30 of each year. Budget status reports are prepared quarterly,
distributed to all departments and posted on the city’s website. Because the budget is based on
estimates, from time to time, it is necessary to make adjustments to finetune the line-items within it.
Various levels of administrative control are utilized to maintain the budget’s integrity. Program
managers are accountable for the line-item level of control of their individual program budgets.
Department heads are accountable for the fund level of control for funds within their departments.
The Finance Department oversees the general level of accountability related to budgetary integrity
through systematic checks and balances and various internal controls.
Council Policy No. 87 – General Fund Surplus Policy outlines the use of surplus funds resulting from
unrestricted General Fund actual revenues exceeding total actual expenditures, encumbrances, and
commitments for a given fiscal year. It is the intent of the city to use all surplus funds generated to
meet reserve policies, and the reduction or avoidance of long term liabilities. The city will not use
year-end surplus funds to fund ongoing operations unless otherwise approved by the City Council.
The city will use surplus funds to replenish any General Fund deficiencies, up to the minimum level as
set forth in Council Policy No. 74 – General Fund Reserve Policy and then any pension liability
deficiencies, as defined in City Council Policy No. 86 – Pension Funding Policy.
The City Manager is authorized to approve the carryforward of any unencumbered and unspent
budget for a particular item equal to or less than $100,000 into the following fiscal year. These items
will be one-time expenditures and not for ongoing services, programs or personnel. Any remaining
surplus funds in excess of reserve and pension liability deficiencies and items equal to or greater than
$100,000 will be brought forward for City Council approval.
The city adheres to long-range financial planning, which forecasts revenues and expenditures over a
long-term period, using assumptions about economic conditions, future spending scenarios and other
salient variables. Financial planning allows the city to execute overall strategies to support the
process of aligning financial capacity with long-term service objectives. Financial forecasts are
updated at least once a year, or more often if unexpected changes in economic conditions or other
unforeseen circumstances exist. Any significant changes will be reported to the City Manager and the
City Council. Otherwise, these financial forecasts will be used as a tool during the development of the
annual budget process and to set utility rates as needed.
Reserve Policies
The city formally mandates the levels at which reserves shall be maintained for the General Fund and
informally sets minimum target levels for the enterprise and internal service funds.
Council Policy No. 74 – General Fund Reserve Policy was most recently updated and approved by the
City Council in June 2019. The purpose of the policy is to establish a target minimum level of
designated reserves in the General Fund to:
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• Reduce the risk of financial impacts resulting from a natural disaster or other catastrophic
events;
• Respond to the challenges of a changing economic environment, including prolonged
downturns in the local, state or national economy; and
• Demonstrate continued prudent fiscal management and creditworthiness.
The city commits to maintaining General Fund reserves (the term reserve refers to any unassigned
fund balance) at a target of 40% of General Fund annual operating expenditures. The total reserve
level will be calculated using the prior year’s adopted General Fund budgeted expenditures.
At the discretion of the City Council, reserve levels in excess of the 40% target requirement may be
used for one-time opportunity cost purposes. Reserve funds will not be spent for any function other
than the specific direction in the annual budget or by a separate City Council action.
As a general budget principle concerning the use of reserves, the City Council decides whether to
appropriate funds from reserves. Reserve funds will not be spent for any function other than the
specific purpose of the reserve account from which they are drawn without specific direction in the
annual budget or by a separate City Council action.
Council Policy No. 96 – Utilities Reserve Policy was approved by the City Council in March 2023 to
establish guidelines to ensure the fiscal stability of the potable water, recycled water and wastewater
funds and provide guidance to staff in the management of each utility’s finances. These funds will
target a reserve funding level of 100% of annual debt service costs, 120 days of operating costs, and
1% of system replacement value in emergency capital. The Wastewater Fund will target a reserve
funding level of 50% of the five-year rolling average of annual spending on capital improvement
projects while the Potable and Recycled Water funds will target 100% of this average. Also, the
Wastewater Fund will target a reserve of 10% of rate revenues while the Potable and Recycled Water
funds will target a reserve of 20% of rate revenues to provide a source of funds to smooth rates or
avoid rate increases in the vent of short- or mid-term disruption to revenues such as drought-related
demand reductions. The city or the Carlsbad Municipal Water District’s potable water, recycled
water and wastewater utilities will treat the minimum reserve levels as practical reserve floors and
allow reserves to increase or decrease as necessary within the minimum and target levels prescribed
above.
The city’s Workers’ Compensation Fund will maintain a minimum reserve equal to the estimated
outstanding claims as calculated by a third-party administrator. Additional reserve amounts may be
set aside as deemed appropriate based on a third-party actuarial study completed at two year
intervals. During the annual budget process, the target confidence level will be compared with the
projected fund balance, and if the projected fund balance is greater than or lesser than the target, a
plan to adjust the fund balance will be considered, using either or both increasing revenues through
interdepartmental charges and one-time cash contributions from those funds contributing to the
shortfall.
The Risk Management Fund (General Liability) will maintain a minimum reserve equal to the
estimated outstanding claims as calculated by a third-party administrator. Additional reserve
amounts may be set aside as deemed appropriate based on a third-party actuarial study completed at
two-year intervals. During the annual budget process, the reserve level will be compared with the
projected fund balance, and if the projected fund balance is greater than or lesser than the target, a
plan to adjust the fund balance will be considered, using either or both increasing revenues through
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interdepartmental charges and one-time cash contributions from those funds contributing to the
shortfall.
The Information Technology Asset Replacement Fund shall maintain a minimum reserve level defined
as the amount of accumulated depreciation of capitalized assets based on the original cost of each
capitalized asset and up to a maximum reserve level defined as the accumulated depreciation based
on the estimated replacement cost of each capitalized asset.
The Vehicle Asset Replacement Fund shall maintain a minimum reserve level defined as the amount
of accumulated depreciation of capitalized Fleet assets based on the original cost of each capitalized
asset up to a maximum reserve level defined as the accumulated depreciation based on the
estimated replacement cost of each capitalized asset.
Investment Policy
The city has established a formal Investment Policy. It is the policy of the City of Carlsbad to invest
public funds not required for immediate day-to-day operations in safe, liquid and medium-term
investments that shall yield an acceptable return while conforming to all California statutes. It is
intended that the policy cover the investment activities of all contingency reserves and inactive cash
under the direct authority of the city. Investments of the city and its component units will be made
on a pooled basis; however, investments of bond proceeds will be held separately if required.
Pension Funding Policy
The city’s Council Policy No. 86 – Pension Funding Policy embodies funding and accounting principles
to ensure that resources will be available to fulfill the city’s contractual promises to its employees.
The policy objectives include using actuarially determined contributions, or ADC, provided by CalPERS
to fund the full amount of the ADC each year, maintaining no less than a combined minimum 80%
funded ratio, and demonstrating accountability and transparency by communicating all information
necessary for assessing the city’s progress toward meeting its pension funding objectives.
In the event the city is unable to meet the minimum combined pension funded ratio of 80% with
current resources (i.e., without borrowing or using reserves), the Finance Director will identify a
reasonable period to return to a minimum 80% funded ratio status.
Long Term General Fund Capital Funding Policy
The city’s Council Policy No. 91 – Long Term General Fund Capital Funding Policy ensures the needs of
the city are met and demonstrates continued prudent fiscal management by providing a funding
source for long-term, large value capital purchases. Many city assets demand large capital
expenditures, examples include roads, building, parks and information technology infrastructure. The
city funds the General Fund portion of these necessary investments by adopting an annual budget
that includes a transfer from the General Fund to one or more of the city’s long-term capital funds.
These long-term capital funds include the General Capital Construction Fund, the Infrastructure
Replacement Fund and the Technology Investment Capital Fund. The city commits to targeting a
transfer to the city’s long-term capital funds of 6% of budgeted General Fund revenues. The transfers
are proposed during the annual budget process or on an as needed basis for the City Council’s
consideration.
Full versions of these policies and other City Council policies are available on the city’s website at
www.carlsbadca.gov/city-hall/laws-policies/council-policies.
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APPROPRIATION LIMIT
The appropriations limitation imposed by the state, otherwise known as the Gann limit, creates a
restriction on the amount of revenue that can be appropriated in any fiscal year. The basis for
calculating the limit began in fiscal year 1978-79 and is increased based on population growth and
inflation. The appropriation limit applies only to those revenues defined as proceeds of taxes.
• Population growth of Carlsbad, OR
• Population growth within San Diego County,
AND
• Growth in California per capita income, OR
• Growth in non-residential assessed valuation due to new construction in the city.
The factors used to calculate the fiscal year 2023-24 limit were:
• Population growth of Carlsbad AND
• Growth in California per capita income.
The formula is outlined below:
Fiscal year 2022-23 expenditure limit $582,535,354
% Population growth within Carlsbad 0.9987
Growth in California per capita income X 1.0444
Net increase factor 1.0430
Fiscal year 2023-24 limit (2022-23 limit x factor) $607,584,374
Current appropriation of proceeds of taxes
(Subject to the limit) $184,275,214
The City of Carlsbad’s appropriation limit is currently almost three and a half times its annual
appropriations. With such a large margin, it is unlikely that the city will reach the appropriation limit
in the foreseeable future.
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DEBT MANAGEMENT
The City of Carlsbad has a AAA credit rating and is widely acknowledged for its financial stability and
responsible management of resources. The use of debt has always been a primary issue in the
development of the Capital Improvement Program and the policies to implement the city’s Growth
Management Program. Over the years, the city has issued millions of dollars of bonds and Certificates
of Participation to fund streets, buildings, sewer and water facilities, open space acquisitions, and
other infrastructure projects. The city is continually evaluating its outstanding debt as well as
potential future issues to ensure that interest costs are kept at a minimum and the use of the bond
funds is appropriate.
The Government Code of the State of California has established maximum general obligation debt
limits for local governments within the state. The city’s outstanding general obligation debt should
not exceed 15% (as adjusted by 25% per the law) of total assessed property value. As of June 30,
2022, the city’s calculated debt limit for general obligation debt was $1.4 billion.
The city currently has approximately $47.1 million of debt outstanding as of June 30, 2023. Of that
$47.1 million, $1 million is Redevelopment Tax Allocation Bonds, $10.7 million is water construction
loans and the remainder is debt of financing districts. Outstanding debt obligations of financing
districts (special districts and/or assessment districts) within the city do not obligate the City of
Carlsbad and are not paid from the city’s General Fund. No new debt is anticipated to be issued for
the General Fund in the upcoming year.
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Reassessment District No. 2012-01 consisting of Poinsettia Lane East, and Benefit Area No. 1 (College
Boulevard and Cannon Road East) of Assessment District No. 2003-01, was refunded in fiscal year
2022-23. The refunding resulted in $1.4 million in net present value savings or 6.26% of the refunded
bonds. This savings translates to average savings per parcel of approximately $174 annually through
2035.
PrincipalRepaymentBondRetirementOutstandingDebt Issue Name Source Fund Rating Year at 6/30/23
1993 Redevelopment
Tax Allocation Bonds Tax Increment 801 AAA 2023 1,000,000$ Refund 1988 bonds and obtain additional redevelopment funds
CFD #3 2016 Improvement Area 1
Special Tax Bonds Special District 434 Unrated 2036 6,210,000 Refunding of CFD 1
CFD #3 2016 Improvement Area 2 Special Tax Bonds Special District 434 Unrated 2038 10,105,000 Refunding of CFD 2
1998 Rancho Carrillo (AD 96-1)
Limited Obligation Assessment 409 Unrated 2028 2,835,000 Fund improvements within Rancho Carrillo
Improvement Bonds District
2022 College/Cannon & Poinsettia Refunding Bonds
Limited Obligation Assessment 425 Unrated 2035 16,240,000 Refund Poinsettia/College/Cannon
Improvement Bonds District
State Water Resources Control Board Loans 2005 Construction Loan 502 2025 1,246,772 Fund phase II of Industrial Park Pipelines 2006 Construction Loan 502 2027 4,648,182 Fund phase II of Industrial Park Pipelines
2014 Construction Loan 507 2055 4,850,437 Fund phase III of Industrial Park Pipelines
Totals 47,135,391$
Debt Issue Name Principal Interest Total Principal Interest Total Principal Interest Total
1993 Redevelopment
Tax Allocation Bonds 1,000,000$ 26,500$ 1,026,500$ 1,000,000$ 26,500$ 1,026,500$ 15,495,000$ 15,473,210$ 30,968,210$
CFD #3 2016 Improvement Area 1
Special Tax Bonds 375,000 159,713 534,713 6,210,000 1,313,531 7,523,531 8,290,000 2,537,069 10,827,069
CFD #3 2016 Improvement Area 2
Special Tax Bonds 520,000 283,175 803,175 10,105,000 2,657,038 12,762,038 13,015,000 4,738,675 17,753,675
1998 Rancho Carrillo (AD 96-1)
Limited Obligation 410,000 144,998 554,998 2,835,000 493,572 3,328,572 19,600,000 18,007,741 37,607,741
Improvement Bonds
2022 College/Cannon & Poinsettia Refunding Bonds
Limited Obligation 890,000 789,750 1,679,750 16,240,000 5,721,750 21,961,750 16,240,000 6,190,906 22,430,906
Improvement Bonds
State Water Resources Control Board Loans
2005 Construction Loan 615,690 31,169 646,859 1,246,772 46,946 1,293,719 9,694,504 2,595,825 12,290,329
2006 Construction Loan 1,122,715 106,908 1,229,623 4,648,182 270,309 4,918,491 19,382,546 5,174,387 24,556,933
2014 Construction Loan - - - 4,850,437 797,101 5,647,538 4,804,281 780,424 5,584,705
Totals 4,933,405$ 1,542,213$ 6,475,618$ 47,135,391$ 11,326,747$ 58,462,138$ 106,521,331$ 55,498,236$ 162,019,567$
Debt Service Payments
During FY 2023-24
Debt Service Payments from
FY 23-24 to Maturity
Debt Service Payments Total from
Inception to Maturity
City of Carlsbad Outstanding Debt Issues
Purpose
Recycled
Water
User Fees
Unrated
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BASIS OF BUDGETING
The city budgets on a modified accrual basis for all funds except for its enterprise and internal service
funds, which are budgeted on a full accrual basis. This is consistent with the city’s basis of accounting
as reported in its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
The city's Governmental fund budgets consist of:
• The General Fund
• Special revenue funds
• Capital project funds
To summarize, under this basis, revenues are estimated for the fiscal year if they are susceptible to
accrual, e.g., amounts can be determined and will be collected within the current period. Principal
and interest on general long-term debt are budgeted as expenditures when due, whereas other
expenditures are budgeted for liabilities expected to be incurred during the current period or shortly
thereafter to pay current liabilities.
Proprietary fund budgets are adopted using the full accrual basis of accounting whereby revenue
projections are developed recognizing revenues expected to be earned in the period, and
expenditure estimates are developed for all expenses anticipated to be incurred during the fiscal
year. The city's proprietary fund types consist of enterprise and internal service funds because the
city has municipally-owned utilities or other enterprise activities.
Fiduciary funds are used if the city has a fiduciary or custodial responsibility for assets. The city
currently budgets for one fiduciary fund, the Successor Agency to the Former Carlsbad
Redevelopment Agency.
The legal level of Budgetary Control is the fund level and expenditures should not exceed
budgeted amounts at the fund level. Budgetary control is maintained through the city’s accounting
system, as well as through monthly reporting on all revenue and expenditure accounts and other
special reports summarizing the financial position of the city. The City Council adopts the formal
budget for all funds prior to the beginning of each fiscal year and may amend the budget, as
necessary by City Council action, throughout the year. All unencumbered, unspent appropriations
expire at year-end unless specifically carried into the new fiscal year in accordance with Council Policy
No. 87 – General Fund Surplus Policy.
Internal Controls exist within the accounting system to ensure safety of assets from
misappropriation or unauthorized use or disposition, and to maintain the accuracy of financial record
keeping. These internal controls must be established consistent with the sound management
practices based on the cost and benefit of the controls imposed. The cost of a control should not be
excessive in relation to its benefit as viewed by city management. The internal controls in existence
within the city’s system are sufficient to ensure, in all material aspects, both the safety of the city’s
assets and the accuracy of the financial record keeping system.
Controls on the use and transfers of budget funds are outlined in the adopted budget resolution in
the appendix of this document.
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BUDGETARY FUND STRUCTURE
The budget of the city is organized based on funds, each of which is considered to be a separate
accounting entity. The operations of each fund are accounted for by providing a separate set of self-
balancing accounts that comprise its assets, liabilities, fund equity, revenues and expenditures.
Detailed descriptions of each fund and a department/fund budget relationship matrix can be found in
the appendix of this document. The various funds are grouped as follows:
GOVERNMENTAL FUNDS General Fund
Special Revenue Funds
• Affordable Housing
• Agricultural Mitigation Fee
• Buena Vista Channel Maintenance District
• Citizens’ Option for Public Safety (COPS)
• Community Activity Grants
• Community Development Block Grant
• Cultural Arts Donations
• Habitat Mitigation Fee
• Library and Arts Endowments
• Library Gifts and Bequests
• Lighting and Landscaping District 2
• Local Cable Infrastructure
• Median Maintenance District
• Opioid Settlement Fund
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation
• Police Asset Forfeiture
• Public Safety Grants
• Recreation Donations
• Rental Assistance/Section 8 Program
• Senior Program Donations
• Street Lighting Maintenance District
• Street Tree Maintenance District
• Tyler Court Apartments
Capital Project Funds
• Bridge and Thoroughfare District 2 – Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Parkway
• Bridge and Thoroughfare District 3 – Cannon Road West
• Community Facilities District 1
• Gas Tax
• Gas Tax-Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation
• General Capital Construction (GCC)
• Grants-Federal
• Industrial Corridor Park Fees
• Infrastructure Replacement (IRF)
• Park in-Lieu Fees (PIL)
• Parking in-Lieu Fees
• Planned Local Drainage Area Fees (PLD)
• Public Facilities Fees (PFF)
• Technology Investment Capital
• Transportation Development Act (TDA)
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• Traffic Impact Fees (TIF)
• TransNet
PROPRIETARY FUNDS Internal Service Funds
• Workers’ Compensation
• Risk Management
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Vehicle Replacement
• Information Technology Operations
• Information Technology Replacement
Enterprise Funds
• Potable Water Operations
• Potable Water Connection
• Potable Water Replacement
• Recycled Water Operations
• Recycled Water Connection
• Recycled Water Replacement
• Wastewater Operations
• Wastewater Connection
• Wastewater Replacement
• Solid Waste Management
• Watershed Protection
• The Crossings Golf Course FIDUCIARY FUND Private Purpose Trust Fund
• Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency
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The California Society of Municipal Finance Officers, or CSMFO, recognizes those entities
with highly professional budget documents with two levels of certificates. The first level is
the “Meritorious Budget Award,” which requires the entity to meet a very specific list of
criteria defined by CSMFO. The second level is the “Operating Budget Excellence Award,”
which requires that the organization meet even higher criteria which effectively enhances
the usability of the document.
In preparing the budget for fiscal year 2023-24, the city has once again followed CSMFO’s
award criteria. This budget document will be submitted to CSMFO for the fiscal year 2023-24
budget award program.
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Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada, or GFOA, presented a
Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to City of Carlsbad, California, for its Annual Budget for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022. To receive this award, a governmental unit must publish a
budget document that meets program criteria as a policy document, as a financial plan, as an
operations guide and as a communications device.
This award is valid for a period of one year only. In preparing the budget for fiscal year 2023-24,
the city has once again followed GFOA’s award criteria. This budget document will be submitted
to GFOA for the fiscal year 2023-24 budget award program.
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OPERATING BUDGET OVERVIEW
This section includes a summary of the revenues and expenditures included in the fiscal year 2023-24
operating budget. Spending is presented by funding source, department and type, such as personnel
or maintenance and operations. For context, previous years’ spending levels are often presented
alongside this information. Financial tables are presented to the nearest hundred thousand; rounding
differences may exist.
Detailed summaries of department services and expenditures are included within the five main
sections of the operating budget following this overview. The five city branches include:
• Public Safety
• Public Works
• Community Services
• Administrative Services
• Policy & Leadership
Information about the city’s approach to planning for and funding digital transformation efforts
throughout the city is included in the Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program section.
Information about capital projects, such as construction of roads and pipelines, the development of
parks and construction and maintenance of city facilities, is included in the Capital Improvement
Program section.
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OPERATING BUDGET REVENUE SUMMARY
The Operating Budget for fiscal year
2023-24 totals $377.3 million, with
revenues for the year estimated at
$362.8 million. General Fund
revenues are estimated at $212.0
million and General Fund budgeted
expenditures are $216.9 million,
which includes an additional $7.4
million in one-time transfers to the
General Capital Construction Fund
and $5.2 million in one-time General
Fund reserves toward the Carlsbad
Village Trench Project. Excluding the
one-time uses of General fund
surplus and reserve, the General Fund budgeted operating expenditures are $204.3 million.
Revenue estimates for the Operating Budget indicate the city will receive a total of $362.8 million in
fiscal year 2023-24, a change of 0.5% or $1.9 million above the estimated fiscal year 2022-23
revenues. General Fund revenues are expected to increase by $13.2 million compared to the prior
year’s adopted revenues and $4.2 million or 2% compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. Special
Revenue funds are projected to increase by 4.5% or $0.8 million over fiscal year 2022-23 estimates.
Enterprise Fund revenues are projected to increase by 4.2% or $3.7 million in the upcoming fiscal
year. Internal service funds are increasing over the prior year’s adopted budget but decreasing
compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. This is driven by one-time transfers in from the General
Fund to fund Workers’ Compensation, Risk Management and Fleet Maintenance. The Successor
Agency Housing Trust revenues are expected to decrease by $1.0 million over current estimates as
the loan owed to the General Fund has now been fully repaid. More detailed information on the city’s
revenue sources is provided in the following discussion.
The following table shows the total operating revenues anticipated to be received by the city for fiscal
year 2022-23, as well as those budgeted for fiscal year 2023-24.
Estimated Budgeted $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
General Fund 207.8$ 212.0$ 4.2$ 2.0%
Special Revenue 18.7 19.5 0.8 4.5%
Enterprise 89.1 92.8 3.7 4.2%
Internal Service 44.2 38.4 (5.8) -13.3%
Successor Agency Housing Trust 1.0 - (1.0) -100.0%
Total 360.8$ 362.8$ 1.9$ 0.5%
REVENUE SUMMARY BY FUND TYPE
(In Millions)
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General Fund
General Fund revenues provide a representative picture of the local economy. These revenues are of
particular interest as they fund basic city services such as Police, Fire, Library & Cultural Arts, Street
and Park Maintenance and Recreation programs. The table below provides a summarized outlook of
the General Fund revenues.
The COVID-19 pandemic created immense uncertainty about the city’s revenues, most notably in
sales tax and transient occupancy tax. City leadership adopted the fiscal year 2021-22 budget
anticipating continued adverse impacts from the pandemic with moderate recovery; however,
accelerated recovery driven by the staggered lessening of COVID-19 restrictions, pent-up demand
and inflationary increases resulted in sales tax and transient occupancy tax revenue reaching
historically high levels. Revenue estimates in the fiscal year 2022-23 adopted budget were not
impacted by uncertainty related to COVID-19 but did reflect new uncertainty surrounding the
economy. From geopolitical conflict to unprecedented inflationary increases, city staff compiled a
budget taking into consideration potential impacts on disposable income, tourism and the housing
market. Based on current fiscal year 2022-23 revenue estimates, inflation has not yet negatively
impacted the city’s revenue sources. However, as personal savings accumulated during the pandemic
is absorbed by pent-up demand and inflation, the looming risk of recession and continued
inflationary increases indicate that the most prudent path is to maintain a conservative outlook for
the city’s revenues in the future.
Nearly 80% of General Fund revenues are derived from three sources: property tax, sales tax, and
transient occupancy tax. Sales tax and TOT revenues tend to be much more sensitive to changes in
economic conditions, unlike property tax revenues, which remain relatively stable because of the
mitigating effect of Proposition 13, which limits annual growth in assessed values.
Property tax, the largest source of General Fund revenues, is expected to grow by 3.4% over last
year’s estimates. While the residential real estate market in Carlsbad has seen significant increases in
values in recent years, the growth has begun to cool off. Commercial property assessed values are
expected to remain relatively flat as the increase in interest rates has created immense uncertainty in
the sector. With the COVID-19 emergency officially ended, the focus on the housing market shifts to
other economic factors. In response to the unprecedented inflationary increases experienced over the
last year and a half, the Federal Reserve has responded by raising rates to a current range of 5.0-5.25%,
the highest range since July 2006. This has made home purchasing more difficult for borrowers. While
demand remains relatively high both locally and around the state, these increases have certainly
Estimated Budgeted $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
Property Tax 81.5$ 84.2$ 2.7$ 3.4%
Sales Tax 51.4 51.1 (0.3) -0.6%
Transient Occupancy Tax 32.5 32.9 0.4 1.1%
Franchise Taxes 7.0 7.1 0.1 1.6%
Business License Tax 6.2 6.4 0.2 3.1%
Development Revenues 4.2 3.3 (0.9) -21.1%
All Other Revenue 25.0 27.0 2.0 8.0%
Total 207.8$ 212.0$ 4.2$ 2.0%
GENERAL FUND REVENUES
(In Millions)
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contributed to the median home value in Carlsbad falling to $1.3 million, roughly the same value as in
December 2021. Proposition 8 allows owners to have their property temporarily revalued if market
value is lower than the factored base year value, posing a risk that commercial property values could
temporarily decrease.
Assessed values on the residential real estate side are expected to grow modestly, capped by
California’s Proposition 13. Adopted in 1978, Proposition 13 limits the annual increase in assessed
values for property. Under this proposition, assessed values (and the related property tax) can grow
by no more than 2% per year. The value upon which the tax is based is only increased to the full
market value upon the sale of a property. The maximum increase of assessed values when properties
are not sold is by the change in California’s Consumer Price Index, which was 1.036% in fiscal year
2021-22 – below the 2% cap for the first time since 2016-17. In recent years, residential activity has
been driven by low interest rates on mortgages, pent-up demand that built during the shutdown and
an increase in the ability to work remotely. Now, increasing rates and diminishing pent-up demand as
we move past the pandemic will likely have adverse impacts compared to prior periods. Based on
resale data from Zillow, the median price of a single family residence in Carlsbad is $1.3 million, up by
0.7% year over year in March 2023.
Changes in property tax revenues lag behind changes in the housing market, as the tax revenue for
the upcoming fiscal year is based on assessed values from the previous January. Thus, the taxes to be
received for fiscal year 2023-24 are based on assessed values as of January 1, 2023.
Property taxes tend to grow slowly unless there is a significant amount of development-related
activity. In past decades the city has seen robust growth in property tax revenue due to new
development, high turnover of existing homes and double-digit growth in housing prices. However, as
opportunities for new development and growth lessen, development-related revenues have slowed.
In addition to recent interest rate increases, slower development combined with minimal commercial
property transactions and tax reform has caused a slowing in property tax growth in the city.
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Sales Tax revenues generally move in step with economic conditions and overall, Carlsbad’s
economy has absorbed the inflationary increases experienced over the past 12-18 months. The
restrictions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic led to increases in segments like auto sales,
construction, drug store sales, chemical products, food markets and recreational products, while
others like restaurants and general retail took a major hit. With the pandemic and its impacts mostly
behind us, the uncertainty rests with continued levels of inflationary increase and whether the rise in
interest rates will lower inflation levels adequately.
Sales tax revenues improved markedly up until fiscal year 2019-20, peaking in fiscal year 2018-19 at
$40.8 million. The onset of the pandemic in March 2020 resulted in swift reductions in sales tax
revenues and the city ended the year with $38 million in sales tax revenues. During fiscal year 2020-
21, sales tax levels generally correlated with shelter-in-place mandates. As restrictions were lifted,
the city’s sales tax levels recovered—the city ended fiscal year 2020-21 with $44 million in sales tax
revenues. Fiscal year 2021-22 experienced the most accelerated recovery, ending the year at a
historic high of $51.2 million in sales tax revenues. The fiscal year 2022-23 sales tax estimates
reflected uncertainty surrounding market and economic conditions like inflation and impacts to
disposable income. These inflationary increases have yet to adversely impact sales tax revenues
through the first six months of the fiscal year and staff anticipate another historic high of sales tax
revenues. However, this positive experience does not change the outlook. With continued levels of
inflation and a risk of recession looming, staff have proposed a conservative estimate of $51.1 million
in budgeted revenue for fiscal year 2023-24 which represents a decrease of $0.3 million, or 1%, over
fiscal year 2022-23 estimates.
As indicated in the chart above, the city’s sales tax base is heavily weighted in the transportation
(comprised heavily of new auto sales) and general retail sectors, which combined account for over
half of taxable sales in Carlsbad. New auto sales are highly elastic—or responsive to changes in
price—in comparison to economic trends, and tax revenues from new auto sales fell precipitously
during the recession, from $6.7 million in 2007 to $4.4 million in 2009. Since that dip, auto sales tax
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revenues hit a high of $13.4 million for the four quarters ended December 31, 2022. With general
retail sales tax suffering for the year ended December 31, 2020, and recovering in the year after, the
most recent four quarters have shown full recovery increasing nearly 57% and reaching historic
levels.
Sales tax revenues include those received under Proposition 72, a 0.5 cent increase in California sales
tax for the funding of local public safety services.
The third highest General Fund revenue source is Transient Occupancy Tax, also known as TOT
or hotel tax. TOT was the revenue category most adversely impacted by COVID-19. From historic
highs of $26 million in fiscal year 2018-19, the city experienced year-over-year decreases of 27% and
16%. Recovery from the pandemic was estimated conservatively; however, fiscal year 2021-22
proved otherwise, reaching a historic high of $32.4 million driven by the easing of restrictions, pent-
up demand and an increase in average daily room rates. This trend continued in fiscal year 2022-23,
whereby actual revenues exceeded conservative estimates that were applied to account for
sustained levels of unprecedented inflation. It is estimated that TOT revenues will once again reach a
historic high this year.
According to a report from Tourism Economics, San Diego County tourism will see continued growth
in visitation demand of around 9.8% in calendar year 2023. The projected increase is supported by
the thought that travel has, since the pandemic, been “reclassified” as a necessary expense rather
than a discretionary one. Furthermore, the influx of financial aid and savings achieved throughout the
pandemic may likely indicate that uncertainty in the economy can be mitigated by these additional
funds. However, group business travel has yet to fully return to pre-pandemic levels and uncertainty
around rising inflation and diminishing pent up demand continue to drive a moderately conservative
estimate in fiscal year 2023-24. The City of Carlsbad currently has approximately 4,776 hotel rooms,
343 registered vacation rentals and over 660 timeshares.
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Franchise Tax revenue has stabilized in recent years and is projected at $7.1 million in fiscal year
2023-24. Franchise taxes are paid by certain industries that use the city’s right-of-way to conduct
their business. The city currently has franchise agreements for cable TV service, solid waste services,
cell sites, fiber optic antenna systems and gas and electric services. The solid waste franchise fee has
experienced minor revenue increases that mirror growth in population and changes in rate
structures. Cable TV franchise revenue is expected to remain relatively consistent from $1.39 million
in fiscal year 2022-23 to $1.41 million in fiscal year 2023-24. This revenue source will most likely
remain stable or decline in future years as more subscribers cut cable services and move to online
streaming services.
In April 2021, a new franchise agreement for solid waste was approved with Republic Services of San
Diego. The city receives 7.5% of revenues collected as well as an annual payment of $0.8 million in
support of AB 939 and $1.3 million storm water fee. The increase in fiscal year 2023-24 is relatively
modest compared to the increase experienced in the prior year that was driven by the $0.8 million
payment to assist with AB 939.
San Diego Gas & Electric pays franchise taxes for the use of the public land over which they transport
gas and electricity. The city also receives an “in-lieu” franchise tax based on the value of gas and
electricity transported on SDG&E lines but purchased from another source. The “in-lieu” tax captures
the franchise taxes on gas and electricity that is transported using public lands, which would not
otherwise be included in the calculations for franchise taxes due to deregulation of the power
industry. This revenue source experienced a significant increase in fiscal year 2022-23 of $919,000
due to price increases but is expected to remain relatively flat over the next several years.
Business license taxes are closely tied to the health of the local economy and are projected to
increase to $6.4 million in fiscal year 2023-24. This represents growth of $0.2 million or 3% when
compared to last year’s adopted budget. Increases in business license taxes correlate with sales tax
revenue increases as businesses either pay taxes based on the amount of their gross receipts or
based on set fees. There are currently about 9,514 licensed businesses in the City of Carlsbad, 77 less
than in the prior year with 6,375 of them located in the city.
Development-related revenues are derived from fees for planning, engineering and building
permits, and fees paid by developers to cover the cost of reviewing and monitoring development
activities, such as plan checks and inspections. These revenues are difficult to predict as many of the
planning and engineering activities occur months or years before any actual development.
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Over the last 10 years development-related revenues
have fluctuated in line with increases and decreases
in residential, commercial and industrial
development. In fiscal year 2023-24 the city expects a
21% decrease in development related revenues to
approximately $3.3 million. This follows higher than
anticipated development activity occurring in fiscal
year 2022-23. The projected decrease in
development-related revenues is tied to the volume
and type of development projected to be permitted,
multi-family versus single-family, and a drop in the
revenues derived from building fees which occur in
the early stages of development.
Interdepartmental charges are generated through engineering services charged to capital
projects, reimbursed work from other funds and miscellaneous interdepartmental expenses charged
to funds outside the General Fund for services performed by departments within the General Fund.
Miscellaneous interdepartmental charges are expected to increase by 10% compared to the prior
year’s adopted budget, driven by labor, inflation and cost of construction increases.
Income from investments and property include interest earnings as well as rental income
from city-owned land and facilities. The city is expected to earn about $3.2 million in interest on its
General Fund investments for fiscal year 2022-23 and another $2.7 million in rental and lease income.
The yield on the city’s portfolio is forecasted to average 1.5% and cash balances are expected to
remain flat as increases in receipts are projected to be offset by increases in expenditures as the City
Council’s goals are operationalized.
Ambulance fee revenues are estimated to increase $3.3 million over last year’s estimates, from
$3.9 million to $6.3 million. This increase is due to the Fire Department’s addition of two medical
transports. The increase is also driven by the Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Certified
Public Expenditure Program, which helps cover uncompensated costs for Medi-Cal fee-for-service
transports. The department submitted cost reports for fiscal year 2018-19 through 2022-23 and is
expected to receive a one-time reimbursement of $666,000. Furthermore, the department will
participate in the Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transport Intergovernmental Transfer
Program which will provide add-on reimbursement payments to help cover uncompensated costs in
the future. This will generate approximately $883,000 in additional revenue annually. Lastly, the Fire
Department recently completed an ambulance fee study and is proposing to increase the fees to
better align cost recovery levels in comparison with jurisdictions in the region. The additional revenue
will amount to approximately $2 million annually.
Transfer taxes are those taxes paid to the county upon the transfer of interests in real estate. The
tax is $1.10 per $1,000 of property value, split equally between the county and the city. Carlsbad
expects to receive approximately $1.6 million in transfer taxes for fiscal year 2023-24 which is a 3.5%
increase from fiscal year 2022-23 estimates and relatively consistent with current year estimates. The
residential real estate market continues to remain strong; however, this will likely be influenced by
rising interest rates. While housing prices in Carlsbad have decreased in recent months, inventories
are expected to remain low due to the insulated local demand.
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Other intergovernmental revenues include miscellaneous receipts received from the state or
federal governments as well as local school districts. With the city receiving its two annual American
Rescue Plan Act payments in fiscal 2020-21 and fiscal year 2021-22 totaling $12.6 million,
intergovernmental revenues decreased substantially in fiscal year 2022-23 and are expected to
remain relatively consistent in fiscal year 2023-24.
The All other revenues category includes fines and forfeitures, transfers in, miscellaneous
reimbursed expenses, and other charges and fees. The estimate for fiscal year 2022-23 totals $1.5
million and is expected at just over $1.0 million in fiscal year 2023-24.
Overall, and as reflected in the bar chart above, General Fund revenues are expected to increase $4.2
million or 2% from fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. The General Fund’s primary tax revenues are
estimated to increase conservatively to account for the current economic uncertainty and risk of
recession. While development-related revenues are expected to decline over prior year estimates,
ambulance fee revenues are projected to increase approximately 43% compared to fiscal year 2022-
23 estimates due to a recent ambulance fee study to better align cost recovery with jurisdictions
throughout the county. With much of the pandemic’s adverse fiscal impacts behind us, uncertainty
surrounding inflation, diminishing pent up demand, impacts to the housing market and overall risk of
recession contribute to a conservative outlook that will be monitored into the future.
In the late 1990s the city experienced revenue growth between 9% and 17% due to the opening of
new hotels, restaurants, retail centers and new home development. Those levels of planned growth
were not sustainable. As new development slows, it will be increasingly more difficult to produce
double-digit growth in revenues. In fact, revenue growth has now slowed to 4% over the last ten
years. While General Fund revenues have recovered from the pandemic and have thrived through
this period of unprecedented inflation, the economic outlook and risk of recession is driving
conservative revenue estimates into the future.
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Other Funds
Revenues from Special Revenue funds are expected to total $19.5 million, an increase of $0.8
million or 4.5% from fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. Funds collected in this category are restricted to
specified purposes. The types of programs supported within Special Revenue funds are those funded
by specific revenue streams such as:
• Federal Grants (Rental Assistance and Community Development Block Grants)
• Special fees and assessments (Affordable Housing and maintenance assessment districts)
• Donations (Library, Cultural Arts, Recreation and Senior Donations)
Compared to the fiscal year 2022-23 adopted budget, the most noteworthy changes in the Special
Revenue funds occurred in the Lighting and Landscaping District 2 fund where increases of $0.4
million are expected to occur. These revenues are funded from property owner assessments.
Additionally, the city will be receiving new funding from the Permanent Local Housing Allocation
program.
There is no revenue budgeted in the Successor Agency Housing Trust Fund. Although the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency has been dissolved, the California Department of Finance has
approved the repayment of the approximately $8.1 million (plus accrued interest) loaned to both the
city’s former redevelopment areas by the General Fund as well as debt service payments remaining
on the former agency’s 1993 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. All outstanding loans and interest
accrued have been paid to the city by the end of fiscal year 2020-21 and only debt service payments
remain. Payments are distributed annually from available property tax revenues allocated by the
state to the successor agency. The last debt service payment on the bond will be in September 2023.
Enterprise fund revenues for fiscal year 2023-24 are projected at $92.8 million representing an
increase of 4.2% or $3.7 million over fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. The revenue breakdown by
activity is shown in the graph below.
Rental Assistance
$11.4M, 58%
Affordable Housing $0.5M, 3%
CDBG$0.5M, 3%
Maintenance Districts $4.0M, 22%
Donations and Grants
$0.4M, 2%
Permanent Local Housing Allocation
$1.1M, 6%
All Others
$1.1M, 6%
Special Revenue Funds
FY 2023-24 Budgeted Revenues $19.5 Million
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Enterprise funds are similar to a business in that rates are charged to support the operations that
supply the goods or services. Carlsbad enterprise funds include water and recycled water delivery,
wastewater services, solid waste management and the operation of a municipal golf course.
The Water Enterprise Fund revenue for fiscal year 2023-24 is estimated at $48.1 million
representing an increase of $1.4 million or 3% when compared to fiscal year 2022-23 revenue
estimates. This is driven by increases in water delivery charges. Projected revenues for Recycled
Water of $8.9 million are expected to increase by $0.1 million or 1.6% as minor customer growth is
expected and a 1% rate increase is forecasted.
Forecasted revenues for Wastewater are $22.4 million representing a 16.6% or $3.2 million
increase over fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. This increased estimate is largely driven by rate increases
of 20% in 2023 to support rising treatment costs and aging infrastructure costs.
Estimated revenues from operations of the Golf Course are $10.2 million, a slight decrease of $0.3
million or 3.2% when compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. This minor decrease is driven by a
projected normalization of golf rounds played compared to the spike in demand experienced
throughout the pandemic.
Solid Waste Management revenues are projected to decrease by 17.9% or $0.7 million when
compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. This decrease is mainly driven by a storm water
reimbursement from the city’s new waste hauler contract that was received in the previous fiscal
year that will not be received in fiscal year 2023-24.
Internal Service funds project estimated revenues of $38.4 million for fiscal year 2023-24
representing a decrease of 13.3% or $5.9 million over fiscal year 2022-23 projections. This decrease is
driven by one-time transfers from the General Fund of $10.2 million to fund Workers’ Compensation,
Risk Management, and Fleet Maintenance programs.
Water Operations
$48.1M, 52%
Recycled Water
$8.9M, 10%
Wastewater Operations
$22.4M, 24%
Solid Waste Management
$3.2M, 3%
Golf Course Operations
$10.2M, 11%
Enterprise Funds
FY 2023-24 Budgeted Revenues $92.8 million
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Internal service funds account for services provided within the city itself, from one department to
another and on a cost reimbursement basis. These include programs such as the self-insurance funds
for Workers’ Compensation and General Liability (Risk Management), as well as Vehicle Maintenance
and Replacement, and Information Technology. Departments pay for these services and therefore the
rates charged are based on the cost to provide the service. The goal of an internal service fund is to
match budgeted expenses with charges to the departments.
A recent actuarial review of the Workers’ Compensation fund determined that the city should
continue to set aside cash reserves in anticipation of future workers’ compensation claims. To
achieve this, charges to city departments need to increase by 10-15% annually over the next several
years. These planned increases went into effect in fiscal year 2021-22 and are continuing into fiscal
year 2023-24. The fiscal year 2023-24 operating budget includes $6.1 million for Workers’
Compensation and $7.1 million for Risk Management.
Vehicle Maintenance and Replacement charges are budgeted at $3.7 million and $4.3 million,
respectively. Vehicle Maintenance revenues are down compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates due
to a one-time transfer in from the General Fund of $1.4 million. Vehicle replacement costs rise when
the number of vehicles and the price of new vehicles or the cost to maintain those vehicles increases.
For example, many older generation sedans at the end of their useful lives are now being replaced
with hybrids and plug-in hybrids at a higher per unit cost. There have also been significant cost
increases over the last several years in specialized vehicles such as fire trucks and ambulances as well
as supply chain disruptions and unprecedented inflation that have significantly driven up prices.
Information Technology charges to departments have increased by 4.0% or $0.7 million when
compared to fiscal year 2022-23 estimates. The main reason for this increase is due to contractual
costs previously funded by the Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program, or SDTIP,
continuing beyond their initial year of implementation. The increase is also attributable to contractual
increases to existing service contracts.
Internal Service Fund Allocation Methodology
Most of the revenue for the city’s internal service funds is generated from internal service charges.
The expenses of each fund are budgeted for and then allocated to other funds on an annual basis.
Each fund uses a different allocation basis to charge other funds for its costs, summarized below.
Vehicle Replacement – Based on equipment assigned to departments.
Vehicle Maintenance – A combination of fixed and variable maintenance charges. Fixed
maintenance charges are based on a three-year average of maintenance costs in
combination with budgeted labor costs. Variable maintenance charges are based on actuals.
Information Technology Operations – A combination of computers per department for
citywide maintenance/licensing and direct charges for department-specific items.
Information Technology Replacement – Based on a combination of equipment and hardware
specifically assigned to a department and for infrastructure hardware an allocation based on
computers per department as a percentage of citywide computers.
Workers’ Compensation – Based on a combination of personnel count and five-year average
claims costs by department.
General Liability – Based on a combination of personnel count, five-year average claims costs
by department and vehicles assigned to departments.
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OPERATING BUDGET EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
The city’s Operating Budget for fiscal year 2023-24 totals $377.3 million, which represents an increase
of about $34.9 million or 10.2% as compared to the adopted fiscal year 2022-23 budget. A summary
of the changes in each of the city’s programs will be discussed below. Further information about each
program can be found in the individual program summary pages.
The General Fund contains most of the discretionary revenues that support core city services.
However, this should not diminish the importance of the other operating funds as they also
contribute to the array of services available within Carlsbad. The remainder of this section will
provide more information about the budgeted expenditures by fund and program.
To ensure the city continues to maintain a balanced budget and analyze its use of taxpayer dollars,
the City Manager asked departments to reduce their existing budgets for fiscal year 2023-24 and
decrease discretionary spending wherever possible. This directive came after budget reductions of
nearly 2% were achieved in fiscal year 2022-23. In fiscal year 2023-24, General Fund departments
were able to reduce their ongoing base budgets by $2.3 million while increasing revenues by $1.1
million. This was accomplished despite the increase in costs for certain mandatory fees and
unavoidable costs such as SDG&E rate increases and other rising contracted services costs. Some
examples of budget reductions proposed in fiscal year 2023-24 include:
• Reducing several types of maintenance work, including discretionary parks and trails
maintenance, custodian services and vehicle maintenance
• Eliminating Sunday operation hours at the city’s three libraries
• Reducing the number of city cell phones
• Reducing holiday hours at community centers
• Reducing TGIF concerts from 9 to 6
• Reducing total full-time equivalent staffing levels by 12.06 over the previous year
These efforts contributed immensely to the city’s ability to present a balanced budget in fiscal year
2023-24 and into the future. The reductions proposed were carefully evaluated to ensure ongoing
service level impacts were mitigated as much as possible. Through this process, it became clear that
the city’s budget has reached a point where further reductions, if pursued, will likely result in
significant service level impacts.
Budget Budget $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
General Fund 198.4$ 216.9$ 18.5$ 9.3%
Special Revenue 17.3 20.2 2.9 16.8%
Enterprise 92.9 105.7 12.8 13.8%
Internal Service 32.6 33.3 0.7 2.2%
Successor Agency Housing Trust 1.1 1.1 - 0.0%
Total 342.3$ 377.3$ 34.9$ 10.2%
BUDGET EXPENDITURE SUMMARY
By Fund Type
(In Millions)
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The total Operating Budget for the General Fund for fiscal year 2023-24 is $216.9 million which is
$18.5 million or 9.3% more than the previous year’s adopted budget of $198.4 million. These changes
are discussed in more detail on the following pages.
Personnel costs make up 60% of the General Fund budget. The total personnel budget for fiscal
year 2023-24 is $130.1 million which is $6.0 million or 4.8% greater than the previous year’s total
personnel budget of $124.1 million. This is driven by negotiated compensation increases as well as
anticipated step increases. In fiscal year 2023-24, the preliminary budget continues to propose
including a line item for “vacancy savings.” This represents the estimated amount of budgeted
personnel savings that will be realized by the end of the fiscal year. This mechanism is proposed for
multiple reasons: (1) budgeting for vacancy savings reduces the total amount of the General Fund
budget, (2) budgeted personnel costs more closely align with actual personnel costs over the course
of the fiscal year, (3) historically, the city would bring recommendations to repurpose budget savings
at the mid-year point of the fiscal year. This mechanism pre-emptively achieves that objective, and
(4) budgeting vacancy savings will achieve alignment with the city’s 10-year forecast which has
historically included a line item for vacancy savings.
The table above shows the breakdown of personnel costs for the General Fund. General Fund salaries
include full-time and part-time staff costs and are expected to increase in fiscal year 2023-24 by $5.2
million or 6.2%. The increase is primarily due to negotiated salary increases offset by a reduction in
total full-time equivalents of 12.06. The full-time staffing changes are listed below.
• Library & Cultural Arts added 1.0 Production Technician and 1.0 Senior Librarian in Adult & Teen
Services. The addition of these two full-time positions is offset and funded by the reduction of
Budget Budget $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
Salaries and Wages 83.3$ 88.5 5.2 6.2%
Salaries and Wages, gross 85.3 90.5 5.2 6.1%
Vacancy Savings (2.0) (2.0) - 0.0%
Retirement Benefits 23.0 23.2 0.2 0.8%
Health Insurance 10.7 10.7 - -0.1%
Other Personnel 7.1 7.7 0.6 8.6%
Total 124.1$ 130.1$ 6.0$ 4.8%
Personnel Costs
(In Millions)
GENERAL FUND
Budget Budget $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
Personnel 124.1$ 130.1$ 6.0$ 4.8%
Personnel, gross 126.1 132.1 6.0 4.8%
Vacancy Savings (2.0) (2.0) - 0.0%
Maintenance & Operations 59.2 64.8 5.6 9.5%
Capital Outlay 1.5 0.1 (1.4) -94.7%
Transfers 13.6 21.9 8.3 61.1%
Subtotal 198.4$ 216.9$ 18.5$ 9.3%
GENERAL FUND SUMMARY
By Expenditure Type
(In Millions)
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part-time staff equal to 5.55 full-time equivalent positions, resulting in ongoing savings to the
General Fund of approximately $100,000.
• The Fire Department added 1.0 Senior Office Specialist. The addition of this full-time position is
offset and funded by the reduction of two part-time positions. In conjunction with additional
changes made during fiscal year 2022-23, a cost neutral fiscal impact was achieved.
• Community Services Administration eliminated a full-time administrative position as part of
departmental reorganization efforts within the branch.
• The Utilities Department eliminated one vacant Meter Services Supervisor position in relation to
technological advances that resulted in operational and business need changes within the
department.
Retirement Benefits Cost
CalPERS administers the city’s defined benefit pension plan and costs have been increasing in past years
as CalPERS addresses a structural shortfall in plan assets to cover unfunded liabilities. As part of
CalPERS’ strategy to ensure the plan’s sustainability, CalPERS deliberately raised participating agencies’
contributions over several years to improve the plan’s long-term funded status. The pension system
continues to pursue tactics in support of its strategy to ensure plan sustainability such as investing in
assets with the objective of achieving a long-term rate of return that meets or exceeds 7%. While
pension costs are increasing, there is some downward pressure on costs as new employees receive
lower pension benefits. CalPERS has taken significant steps to ensuring plan sustainability, but pension
costs still pose a significant risk on the city’s cost profile.
In support of CalPERS strategies for plan
sustainability and as part of the city’s strategic, long-
term approach to financial management, the city
actively manages its unfunded pension liability. Since
fiscal year 2016-17, the City Council has approved
additional discretionary contributions of $56.4
million to decrease future costs of the city’s
unfunded actuarial liability and achieve a funded
status of 80% in accordance with City Council Policy
Statement No. 86. This active management helps ensure that resources are available to fulfill the
city’s contractual promises to its employees and minimizes the chance that funding these pension
benefits will interfere with the city’s ability to provide essential public services.
General Fund Health Insurance costs in the General Fund are remaining relatively flat at $10.7
million. Other Personnel Costs include workers’ compensation expenses and other miscellaneous
costs such as Medicare, unemployment and disability which are increasing collectively by $0.6 million
or 8.6%.
Maintenance and Operations costs represent about 29.9% of the total General Fund budget and
include the budgets for all program expenses other than personnel, capital outlay and transfers.
Overall, total maintenance and operations costs are projected at $64.8 million, which represents an
increase of about $5.6 million or 9.5% for fiscal year 2023-24 when compared to fiscal year 2022-23.
However, this category includes a one-time appropriation of $5.22 million from General Fund
reserves toward regional efforts to lower the railroad tracks in Carlsbad. Excluding this one-time use
of reserves, the maintenance and operations costs are projected at $59.6 million, which represents
In support of CalPERS strategies for
plan sustainability, and as part of the
city’s strategic, long-term approach to
financial management, the city
actively manages its unfunded
pension liability.
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an increase of just 0.7% for fiscal year 2023-24 when compared to fiscal year 2022-23. With year-
over-year increases in inflation of 8.2% and 6.4%, respectively, this relatively minor increase in
maintenance and operations is a tremendous achievement that was accomplished through a strategic
analysis of budget reductions. These reductions (1) enabled the General Fund to absorb new
unfunded mandates and regulatory budget items, (2) contributed to the proposed budget surplus in
fiscal year 2023-24, and (3) will assist in delaying the timing for when expenditures are projected to
exceed revenues in the General Fund.
Capital Outlay includes budgeted equipment purchases over $1,000. Capital outlay purchases of
$0.1 million are budgeted in the General Fund for fiscal year 2023-24. This represents a decrease of
$1.4 million or 95% and is a result of the lack of new vehicle purchases when compared to the prior
year.
Operating Costs Associated with Capital Investments
As the city completes major capital projects, the costs of maintaining and operating the facilities and
improvements, including additional personnel, if necessary, are added to departmental operating
budgets. The city’s Capital Improvement Program and Strategic Digital Transformation Investment
Program budgets include future projected operating impacts, which are estimated in the tables found
in sections H and I, respectively.
Advances
Advances and repayments of prior advances are amounts anticipated to be transferred from the
General Fund to other city funds with expectation of repayment in future years. No General Fund
advances are included in this year’s operating budget.
Expenditures in the General Fund remained relatively consistent until fiscal year 2015-16, when the
budget reflected an 8.2% increase in expenditures primarily due to increased personnel costs. In fiscal
year 2016-17, expenditures included $25.3 million in one-time costs, including $10.5 million for a
transfer to the Capital Improvement Program for Fire Station 2 reconstruction and $14.8 million to
pay off the golf course construction bonds.
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The expenditures for fiscal year 2017-18 reflect a substantial decrease due to the one-time costs
reflected in fiscal year 2016-17. These cost reductions were partially offset by an additional one-time
payment to CalPERS to address the city’s unfunded pension liability, the addition of nine staff
members, additional legal and expert costs associated with the county airport expansion and the
Safety Training Center lawsuit, higher personnel costs due to normal salary and benefit increases and
higher mutual aid costs.
Expenditures in fiscal year 2018-19 reflect an additional one-time $20 million payment to CalPERS to
further bring down the city’s unfunded pension liability. Fiscal year 2019-20 included the addition of
34 new full-time employees but was largely offset due to the city’s response to the COVID-19
pandemic and the need to reduce discretionary spending as much as possible during that
unprecedented time.
Fiscal year 2020-21 expenditures reflect an additional $10 million one-time payment to CalPERS to
further bring down the city’s unfunded pension liability. The increase was largely offset by the
continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the city’s efforts to curb and defer expenditures.
Fiscal year 2021-22 expenditures reflect the plan to reinstate city services back to pre-pandemic
levels and operationalize the City Council’s goals. The increase includes $5.9 million in one-time costs
associated with the goals and the addition of 18 new full-time and 6.7 part-time employees which are
mostly associated with the goals. The city again made an additional one-time $6.4 million payment to
CalPERS to bring down the city’s unfunded pension liability.
Fiscal year 2022-23 expenditures include the addition of 24 full-time employees as well as a number
of new one-time requests to execute City Council goals, as well as a total of $10.6 million in one-time
transfers to fund Workers’ Compensation, Risk Management, and Fleet Maintenance. Lastly, a $2
million allocation was approved to fund the Safer Streets local emergency.
Another way of looking at the General Fund budget is
by Program Expenditures. The chart on the
following page compares the total fiscal year 2023-24
budget to those amounts adopted in the previous year.
A detailed description of each department, its services,
budget summary and department accomplishments and
priorities can be found in the department program
summary pages.
A detailed description of each
department’s budget can be found
in the department program
summaries.
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Transfers are amounts anticipated to be transferred from the General Fund to another city fund.
The transfers included in the adopted budget are as follows:
• $12.6 million split evenly between the Infrastructure Replacement Fund, General Capital
Construction Fund and the Technology Investment Capital Fund ($4.2 million each). This will
fund major new construction, maintenance and replacement of city infrastructure and
facilities, and the city’s future technology needs. This represents 6% of budgeted General
Fund revenues and is in line with the requirements set forth in Council Policy No. 91 – Long
Term General Fund Capital Funding Policy.
• $7.4 million in additional transfers to the General Capital Construction Fund resulting from
the estimated General Fund surplus. The General Capital Construction Fund is funded by the
General Fund and includes many capital projects programmed in the future. The level of
funding necessary to fully fund these projects is an increasing concern. This one-time
transfer amount will assist with funding the city’s general capital construction into the
future.
• $0.3 million to the Storm Water Program for reimbursement of the General Fund portion of
Storm Water expenses.
• $1.6 million to the Median Maintenance and Street Tree Maintenance Special Revenue
Funds to cover cash shortfalls, as annual assessments collected from property owners do not
cover annual operating expenditures. Annual assessments can only be increased with a
majority vote of the property owners.
Budget Budget $%
2022-23 2023-24 Change Change
Administrative Services - Administration 0.6$ 0.8$ 0.2 4.9%
Administrative Services - Finance 5.5 5.3 (0.2) -2.7%
Administrative Services - Human Resources 5.3 5.0 (0.3) -4.5%
Administrative Services - Innovation & Economic Dev.2.5 2.6 0.1 0.9%
Community Services - Administration 0.7 0.6 (0.1) -13.4%
Community Services - Community Development 10.4 11.0 0.6 6.1%
Community Services - Housing & Homeless Services 3.1 2.8 (0.3) -11.8%
Community Services - Library & Cultural Arts 14.1 13.6 (0.5) -3.2%
Community Services - Parks & Recreation 21.2 21.1 (0.1) -0.5%
Policy & Leadership Group 8.5 8.4 (0.1) -0.6%
Public Safety - Fire 37.8 37.8 - 0.3%
Public Safety - Police 51.2 55.6 4.4 8.5%
Public Works - Administration 1.4 1.6 0.2 8.4%
Public Works - Construction Mgmt. & Inspection 3.3 3.3 - -0.2%
Public Works - Environmental Sustainability 1.2 1.2 - 1.6%
Public Works - Facilities 6.8 7.5 0.7 10.8%
Public Works - Transportation 9.7 9.7 - 0.3%
Non-Departmental 15.1 29.0 13.9 91.7%
Total 198.4$ 216.9$ 18.5$ 9.3%
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES
By Department
(In Millions)
B-19
General Fund Summary
The operating budget for fiscal year 2023-24 provides a balanced General Fund budget for the coming
fiscal year with General Fund revenue estimates exceeding General Fund budgeted expenditures by
$0.3 million, before considering the one-time appropriation of $5.22 million in General Fund reserves
for the Carlsbad Village trench project that the City Council added to the proposed budget at
adoption.
Fiscal Year 2023-24 General Fund Operating Budget
General Fund fiscal year 2023-24 revenue estimates $212.0 million
General Fund fiscal year 2023-24 preliminary expenditures $211.7 million
Projected operating surplus for fiscal year 2023-24 $ 0.3 million
One-time use of reserves for Carlsbad Village trenching $ 5.2 million
General Fund use of reserves after operating surplus $ 4.9 million
General Fund Reserves
Projected unassigned balance at June 30, 2023 $117.9 million
Less: projected fiscal year 2023-24 use of reserves $ (4.9 million)
Equals: projected unassigned balance at June 30, 2024 $113.0 million
Changes in Other Funds
Special Revenue funds are budgeted at $20.2 million representing an increase in expenditures of
16.8% or $2.9 million when compared to fiscal year 2022-23. Except for the new funding source,
Permanent Local Housing Allocation, spending in most programs is expected to remain at similar or
slightly higher levels over the prior year.
Expenditure increases of $0.9 million or 8.9% are planned in the Rental Assistance Fund largely
because of program expansion and corresponding increase in rental assistance payments. This
reflects additional revenue received from federally funded programs to assist more lower-income
households in Carlsbad.
Enterprise funds total $105.7 million, which represents an increase of $12.8 million or 13.8% over
the fiscal year 2022-23 adopted budget. The Potable Water and Recycled Water funds continue to
operate and maintain critical infrastructure systems and provide the safe delivery of drinking water,
conservation outreach and treated irrigation water. The cost of purchased water continues to
increase, causing an overall increase in the Potable Water budget. The Wastewater fund provides
reliable wastewater collection services. The budget for this fund’s increase is primarily due to an
increase in the transfers out to fund its related capital improvement fund.
The Internal Service funds total $33.3 million, which represents an overall increase of $0.7 million
or 2.2% over fiscal year 2022-23. Much of the increase in Workers’ Compensation and Risk
Management costs is attributable to rising insurance liability rates, claims filed and administrative
costs. Vehicle Maintenance and Replacement and Information Technology expenditures, in total,
decreased because of vehicle replacement timing. The fiscal year 2022-23 adopted budget included
multiple high-dollar vehicle replacements compared to smaller purchases scheduled in fiscal year
2023-24. More detail regarding the increase in Information Technology due to the reorganization of
personnel can be found in the internal service fund piece of the revenue summary section earlier in
this document.
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The budget for the Successor Agency Housing Trust Fund for fiscal year 2023-24 is approximately
the same as the prior year’s adopted budget of $1.1 million. The Recognized Obligation Payments
Schedule identifies financial commitments of the former Redevelopment Agency, including the
remaining scheduled debt service payments on the Redevelopment Agency bond issue, the outstanding
loan from the city’s General Fund and minor allowable administrative costs. The last debt service
payment on the bond issue is scheduled for September 2023 and the city loan was paid off in fiscal year
2020-21. These obligations are to be paid from semi-annual property tax increment revenue received
by the Successor Agency.
Changes to Fund Balance
While the projected cumulative change in the city’s non-major operating funds’ ending balances is not
significant, two major operating funds are projected to see changes in their fund balances greater than
10%. The Water Operations Fund is expected to decrease by 21.5% by the end of fiscal year 2023-24,
largely due to increasing operations costs and cash transfers to account for depreciation. The Recycled
Water Operations Fund is expected to decrease significantly by the end of fiscal year 2023-24 mainly
due to a large cash transfer to account for depreciation and the funding of capital projects.
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Adopted Adopted Adopted Adopted
Budget Budget Budget Budget
Department 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24
City Attorney 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
City Clerk Services 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
City Council 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
City Manager 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
City Treasurer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Communication & Engagement 7.00 7.00 9.00 9.00
Administrative Services - Administration 0.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Finance 31.00 28.00 26.00 26.00
Human Resources 17.00 17.00 18.00 18.00
Information Technology 37.00 37.00 43.00 43.00
Innovation & Economic Development 4.00 4.00 9.00 9.00
Community Services - Administration 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.00
Community Development 61.75 53.00 52.00 52.00
Housing & Homeless Services 0.00 14.00 16.00 16.00
Library & Cultural Arts 52.50 52.50 51.00 53.00
Parks & Recreation 55.00 55.00 59.00 59.00
Fire 97.75 111.00 123.00 124.00
Police 184.00 186.00 187.00 187.00
Public Works 172.75 177.75 182.75 181.75
Total Full-Time Personnel 747.75 773.25 806.75 807.75
Hourly Full-Time Equivalent Personnel 186.59 193.81 180.90 167.84
Total 934.34 967.06 987.65 975.59
Notes:
PERSONNEL ALLOCATIONS
The adopted budgets for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23 include various reorganizations and personnel transfers
between departments.
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SCHEDULE OF PROJECTED FUND BALANCE
Projected Projected
Beginning Ending Change as % of
Fund Balance Estimated Estimated Fund Balance July 1, 2022
Fund July 1, 2022 Revenues Expenditures June 30, 2023 Fund Balance
General Fund 122,554,527$ *207,801,063$ 212,492,054$ 117,863,536$ *-3.8%
Special Revenue Funds
Affordable Housing 17,341,701 884,406 288,618 17,937,489 3.4%
Agricultural Mitigation Fee 1,186,588 13,500 392,687 807,401 -32.0%
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance District 1,527,280 119,095 195,245 1,451,130 -5.0%
Citizens' Option for Public Safety 389,368 287,200 265,705 410,863 5.5%
Community Activity Grants 1,079,163 12,000 - 1,091,163 1.1%
Community Development Block Grant 569,707 701,309 728,372 542,644 -4.8%
Cultural Arts Donations 334,071 28,424 85,489 277,006 -17.1%
Habitat Mitigation Fee - 52,002 52,002 - 0.0%
Library and Arts Endowments 259,307 2,500 4,000 257,807 -0.6%
Library Gifts and Bequests 1,692,630 136,500 275,041 1,554,089 -8.2%
Lighting and Landscaping District 2 4,825,153 759,743 335,033 5,249,863 8.8%
Local Cable Infrastructure 806,259 299,000 435,000 670,259 -16.9%
Median Maintenance District 315,473 1,316,900 1,476,870 155,503 -50.7%
Opioid Settlement Fund - 238,846 - 238,846 0.0%
Parking In Lieu Fee 1,146,591 13,000 53,000 1,106,591 -3.5%
Permanent Local Housing Allocation - - - - 0.0%
Police Asset Forfeiture 239,638 2,368 105,869 136,137 -43.2%
Public Safety Grants 19,485 301,796 321,281 - -100.0%
Recreation Donations 307,647 58,711 84,809 281,549 -8.5%
Rental Assistance 196,913 10,850,661 10,860,729 186,845 -5.1%
Senior Donations 299,770 20,646 43,500 276,916 -7.6%
Street Lighting Maintenance District 2,712,485 1,000,972 916,850 2,796,607 3.1%
Street Tree Maintenance District 255,061 920,500 1,075,168 100,393 -60.6%
Tyler Court Apartments 68,224 681,472 748,339 1,357 -98.0%
Total Special Revenue Funds 35,572,514 18,701,551 18,743,607 35,530,458 -0.1%
Enterprise Funds
Water Operations 31,998,456 46,727,000 48,000,000 30,725,456 -4.0%
Recycled Water Operations 4,335,400 8,787,905 9,000,000 4,123,305 -4.9%
Wastewater Operations 10,692,480 19,168,000 16,900,000 12,960,480 21.2%
Solid Waste Management 12,748,480 3,854,582 4,982,227 11,620,835 -8.9%
Golf Course 3,917,630 10,586,297 8,660,962 5,842,965 49.2%
Total Enterprise Funds 63,692,446 89,123,784 87,543,189 65,273,041 2.5%
Internal Service Funds
Workers' Compensation 1,084,141 14,008,855 6,267,000 8,825,996 714.1%
Risk Management (200,336) 4,971,351 5,155,035 (384,020) 91.7%
Vehicle Maintenance 150,341 4,725,118 4,017,238 858,221 470.9%
Vehicle Replacement 18,715,868 3,970,753 7,398,750 15,287,871 -18.3%
Information Technology 9,349,922 16,542,819 17,086,055 8,806,686 -5.8%
Total Internal Service Funds 29,099,936 44,218,896 39,924,078 33,394,754 14.8%
Successor Agency Housing Trust Fund 1,150,471 1,008,646 1,038,203 1,120,914 -2.6%
Total Operating Funds 252,069,894$ 360,853,940$ 359,741,131$ 253,182,703$ 0.4%
* For the General Fund only, this represents unassigned fund balance.
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SCHEDULE OF PROJECTED FUND BALANCE
Projected Projected
Beginning Ending Change as % of
Fund Balance Estimated Adopted Fund Balance June 30, 2023
Fund June 30, 2023 Revenues Budget June 30, 2024 Fund Balance
General Fund 117,863,536$ *212,012,126$ 216,929,604$ 112,946,058$ *-4.2%
Special Revenue Funds
Affordable Housing 17,937,489 581,663 668,530 17,850,622 -0.5%
Agricultural Mitigation Fee 807,401 13,000 - 820,401 1.6%
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance District 1,451,130 116,000 195,245 1,371,885 -5.5%
Citizens' Option for Public Safety 410,863 252,500 295,298 368,065 -10.4%
Community Activity Grants 1,091,163 12,000 30,000 1,073,163 -1.7%
Community Development Block Grant 542,644 585,275 702,305 425,614 -21.6%
Cultural Arts Donations 277,006 3,424 148,750 131,680 -52.5%
Habitat Mitigation Fee - - - - 0.0%
Library and Arts Endowments 257,807 2,500 6,000 254,307 -1.4%
Library Gifts and Bequests 1,554,089 90,500 462,785 1,181,804 -24.0%
Lighting and Landscaping District 2 5,249,863 854,900 367,500 5,737,263 9.3%
Local Cable Infrastructure 670,259 282,000 538,956 413,303 -38.3%
Median Maintenance District 155,503 1,400,000 1,396,580 158,923 2.2%
Opioid Settlement Fund 238,846 - 21,466 217,380 -9.0%
Parking In Lieu Fee 1,106,591 13,000 56,000 1,063,591 -3.9%
Permanent Local Housing Allocation - 1,119,126 1,119,126 - 0.0%
Police Asset Forfeiture 136,137 2,400 75,000 63,537 -53.3%
Public Safety Grants - - - - 0.0%
Recreation Donations 281,549 49,200 81,200 249,549 -11.4%
Rental Assistance 186,845 11,334,677 11,339,700 181,822 -2.7%
Senior Donations 276,916 18,500 33,500 261,916 -5.4%
Street Lighting Maintenance District 2,796,607 1,024,754 1,100,077 2,721,284 -2.7%
Street Tree Maintenance District 100,393 1,005,000 1,004,763 100,630 0.2%
Tyler Court Apartments 1,357 774,967 604,523 171,801 12560.4%
Total Special Revenue Funds 35,530,458 19,535,386 20,247,304 34,818,540 -2.0%
Enterprise Funds
Water Operations 30,725,456 48,149,000 54,759,803 24,114,653 -21.5%
Recycled Water Operations 4,123,305 8,926,380 11,849,122 1,200,563 -70.9%
Wastewater Operations 12,960,480 22,356,000 23,068,138 12,248,342 -5.5%
Solid Waste Management 11,620,835 3,165,200 5,950,634 8,835,401 -24.0%
Golf Course 5,842,965 10,249,500 10,121,000 5,971,465 2.2%
Total Enterprise Funds 65,273,041 92,846,080 105,748,697 52,370,424 -19.8%
Internal Service Funds
Workers' Compensation 8,825,996 6,098,510 5,157,892 9,766,614 10.7%
Risk Management (384,020) 7,109,660 6,718,232 7,408 -101.9%
Vehicle Maintenance 858,221 3,632,863 3,696,339 794,745 -7.4%
Vehicle Replacement 15,287,871 4,311,539 1,068,564 18,530,846 21.2%
Information Technology 8,806,686 17,204,775 16,637,475 9,373,986 6.4%
Total Internal Service Funds 33,394,754 38,357,347 33,278,502 38,473,599 15.2%
Successor Agency Housing Trust Fund 1,120,914 - 1,059,500 61,414 -94.5%
Total Operating Funds 253,182,703$ 362,750,939$ 377,263,607$ 238,670,035$ -5.7%
* For the General Fund only, this represents unassigned fund balance.
B-25
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
General Fund
Taxes
Property Tax 80,015,372$ 81,509,276$ 84,246,868$ 3.4% 2,737,592$
Sales Tax 51,175,423 51,379,433 51,064,943 -0.6% (314,490)
Transient Occupancy Tax 32,402,771 32,500,000 32,861,193 1.1% 361,193
Franchise Tax 6,370,942 6,971,000 7,084,717 1.6% 113,717
Business License Tax 6,619,296 6,242,000 6,435,502 3.1% 193,502
Transfer Tax 2,178,717 1,570,000 1,624,950 3.5%54,950
Total Taxes 178,762,521 180,171,709 183,318,173 1.8% 3,146,464
Intergovernmental
Homeowners Exemption 338,265 353,000 353,000 0.0%-
Other Intergovernmental 7,387,339 821,418 657,951 -19.9% (163,467)
Total Intergovernmental 7,725,604 1,174,418 1,010,951 -13.9% (163,467)
Licenses and Permits
Building Permits 1,691,494 1,800,000 1,250,000 -30.6% (550,000)
Other Licenses and Permits 1,054,108 867,980 850,500 -2.0% (17,480)
Total Licenses And Permits 2,745,602 2,667,980 2,100,500 -21.3% (567,480)
Charges for Services
Planning Fees 698,900 476,800 445,000 -6.7% (31,800)
Building Department Fees 863,329 1,008,000 860,000 -14.7% (148,000)
Engineering Fees 933,326 929,100 772,000 -16.9% (157,100)
Ambulance Fees 3,425,287 4,430,000 6,330,000 42.9% 1,900,000
Recreation Fees 2,701,108 2,529,837 2,598,600 2.7%68,763
Other Charges or Fees 1,715,034 1,202,575 1,584,245 31.7% 381,670
Total Charges For Services 10,336,984 10,576,312 12,589,845 19.0% 2,013,533
Fines and Forfeitures 342,948 355,770 276,200 -22.4% (79,570)
Income from Investments and Property (5,524,578) 6,021,288 5,948,225 -1.2% (73,063)
Interdepartmental Charges 5,314,617 5,375,335 5,746,232 6.9% 370,897
Other Revenue Sources 1,351,103 1,458,251 1,022,000 -29.9% (436,251)
Total General Fund 201,054,801$ 207,801,063$ 212,012,126$ 2.0% 4,211,063$
* Interest is calculated on an amortized cost basis.
B-26
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
Special Revenue Funds
Affordable Housing
Affordable Housing Fees 342,149$ 247,946$ 247,000$ -0.4%(946)$
Property Tax - - - 0.0%-
Interest Income (491,215) 587,196 329,663 -43.9% (257,533)
Other Revenue 1,112,930 49,264 5,000 -89.9% (44,264)
Total Affordable Housing 963,864 884,406 581,663 -34.2% (302,743)
Agricultural Mitigation Fee
Agricultural Mitigation Fees 210,100 - - 0.0%-
Interest Income (49,135) 13,500 13,000 -3.7%(500)
Total Agriculutural Mitigation Fee 160,965 13,500 13,000 -3.7%(500)
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance
Assessment Fees 161,000 100,000 100,000 0.0%-
Interest Income (61,578) 19,095 16,000 -16.2%(3,095)
Total Buena Vista Channel Maintenance 99,422 119,095 116,000 -2.6%(3,095)
Citizens' Option for Public Safety
State Funding (AB3229)283,504 282,500 250,000 -11.5% (32,500)
Interest Income (16,893) 4,700 2,500 -46.8%(2,200)
Total Citizens' Option For Public Safety 266,611 287,200 252,500 -12.1% (34,700)
Community Activity Grants
Interest Income (45,969) 12,000 12,000 0.0%-
Total Community Activity Grants (45,969) 12,000 12,000 0.0%-
Community Development Block Grant
Federal Grant 1,036,043 508,874 545,490 7.2%36,616
Interest Income 50,419 10,047 10,147 1.0%100
Other Revenue 325,511 182,388 29,638 -83.8% (152,750)
Total Community Dev. Block Grant 1,411,973 701,309 585,275 -16.6% (116,034)
Cultural Arts Donations
Donations 48,000 25,000 - -100.0% (25,000)
Interest Income (14,453) 3,424 3,424 0.0%-
Total Cultural Arts Donations 33,547 28,424 3,424 -88.0% (25,000)
Habitat Mitigation Fee
Mitigation Fees 64,552 51,562 - -100.0% (51,562)
Interest Income 648 440 - -100.0%(440)
Total Habitat Mitigation Fee 65,200 52,002 - -100.0% (52,002)
B-27
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
Special Revenue Funds - Continued
Library And Arts Endowment Fund
Interest Income (11,044)$ 2,500$ 2,500$ 0.0%-$
Total Library And Arts Endowment Fund (11,044) 2,500 2,500 0.0%-
Library Gifts/Bequests
Gifts and Bequests 248,851 120,000 74,000 -38.3% (46,000)
Interest Income (73,328) 16,500 16,500 0.0%-
Total Library Gifts/Bequests 175,523 136,500 90,500 -33.7% (46,000)
Lighting And Landscaping District 2
Assessment Fees 661,641 686,700 781,200 13.8%94,500
Interest Income (201,598) 73,043 73,700 0.9%657
Total Lighting And Landscaping Dist. 2 467,567 759,743 854,900 12.5%95,157
Local Cable Infrastructure Fund
Cable Fees 301,514 290,000 275,000 -5.2% (15,000)
Interest Income (32,840) 9,000 7,000 -22.2%(2,000)
Total Local Cable Infrastructure Fund 268,674 299,000 282,000 -5.7% (17,000)
Median Maintenance
Assessment Fees 346,058 365,000 365,000 0.0%-
Other 952,289 951,900 1,035,000 8.7%83,100
Total Median Maintenance 1,298,347 1,316,900 1,400,000 6.3%83,100
Opioid Settlement Fund
Settlements - 238,846 - -100.0% (238,846)
Total Median Maintenance - 238,846 - -100.0% (238,846)
Parking In Lieu
Parking In Lieu Fees 44,960 - - 0.0%-
Interest Income (49,043) 13,000 13,000 0.0%-
Total Parking In Lieu (4,083) 13,000 13,000 0.0%-
Permanent Local Housing Allocation
Federal Grant - - 1,119,126 0.0% 1,119,126
Total Police Grants - - 1,119,126 0.0% 1,119,126
Police Asset Forfeiture
Asset Forfeitures 2,672 - - 0.0%-
Interest Income (10,275) 2,368 2,400 1.4%32
Total Police Asset Forfeiture (7,603) 2,368 2,400 1.4%32
Public Safety Grants
Federal Grant 171,776 301,796 - -100.0% (301,796)
Total Police Grants 171,776 301,796 - -100.0% (301,796)
Recreation Donations
Donations 67,052 55,981 46,500 -16.9%(9,481)
Interest Income (13,157) 2,730 2,700 -1.1%(30)
Total Recreation Donations 53,895 58,711 49,200 -16.2%(9,511)
B-28
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
Special Revenue Funds - Continued
Rental Assistance
Federal Grant 8,933,219$ 8,988,081$ 9,035,487$ 0.5%47,406$
Other Revenue 1,109,397 1,862,580 2,299,190 23.4% 436,610
Total Rental Assistance 10,042,616 10,850,661 11,334,677 4.5% 484,016
Senior Donations
Donations 3,035 6,400 5,000 -21.9%(1,400)
Interest Income (12,822) 3,500 3,500 0.0%-
Other Revenue 11,137 10,746 10,000 -6.9%(746)
Total Senior Donations 1,350 20,646 18,500 -10.4%(2,146)
Street Lighting
Assessment Fees 739,284 740,000 740,000 0.0%-
Other Revenue 155,790 228,222 254,754 11.6%26,532
Interest Income (117,704) 32,750 30,000 -8.4%(2,750)
Total Street Lighting 777,370 1,000,972 1,024,754 2.4%23,782
Street Tree Maintenance
Assessment Fees 471,860 470,000 470,000 0.0%-
Other Revenue 440,239 450,500 535,000 18.8%84,500
Total Street Tree Maintenance 912,099 920,500 1,005,000 9.2%84,500
Tyler Court Apartments
Rental Income 649,402 680,000 772,982 13.7%92,982
Other Revenue 3,196 1,472 1,985 34.9%513
Interest Income 69 - - 0.0%-
Total Tyler Court Apartments 652,667 681,472 774,967 13.7%93,495
Total Special Revenue Funds 17,754,767$ 18,701,551$ 19,535,386$ 4.5% 833,835$
B-29
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
Enterprise Funds
Water Operations
Water Sales 27,783,136$ 27,012,000$ 27,822,000$ 3.0% 810,000$
Ready-to-Serve charge 12,737,089 13,462,000 13,866,000 3.0% 404,000
Property Tax 4,694,121 4,705,000 4,705,000 0.0%-
New Account Charges 105,269 108,000 108,000 0.0%-
Back-Flow Program Fees 167,823 168,000 168,000 0.0%-
Penalty Fees 189,399 391,000 411,000 5.1%20,000
Interest Income (1,498,707) 319,000 389,000 21.9%70,000
Engineering Overhead 95,307 155,000 155,000 0.0%-
Service Connection Fees (13,700) 15,000 20,000 33.3%5,000
Other Revenue 3,679,732 392,000 505,000 28.8% 113,000
Total Water Operations 47,939,469 46,727,000 48,149,000 3.0% 1,422,000
Recycled Water Operations
Water Sales 6,924,934 7,103,000 7,210,000 1.5% 107,000
Ready-to-Serve charge 1,271,831 1,350,000 1,370,000 1.5%20,000
Interest Income 320,128 (89,600) (80,000) -10.7%9,600
Other Revenue 214,299 424,505 426,380 0.4%1,875
Total Recycled Water Operations 8,731,192 8,787,905 8,926,380 1.6% 138,475
Wastewater Operations
Service Charges 16,057,876 18,741,000 21,927,000 17.0% 3,186,000
Misc. Sewer 162,518 12,000 12,000 0.0%-
Engineering Overhead 65,119 120,000 120,000 0.0%-
Penalty Fees 61,779 120,000 120,000 0.0%-
Interest Income (551,699) 108,000 110,000 1.9%2,000
Other Revenue 238,485 67,000 67,000 0.0%-
Total Wastewater Operations 16,034,078 19,168,000 22,356,000 16.6% 3,188,000
Solid Waste Management
Recycling Fees (AB939)428,284 800,000 800,000 0.0%-
Penalty Fees 32,307 1,500 - -100.0%(1,500)
Trash Surcharge 3,223,792 1,900,000 1,300,000 -31.6% (600,000)
Interest Income (524,899) 132,260 125,200 -5.3%(7,060)
Other Revenue 578,967 1,020,822 940,000 -7.9% (80,822)
Total Solid Waste Management 3,738,451 3,854,582 3,165,200 -17.9% (689,382)
Golf Course Operations
Charges for Services 10,424,281 10,437,122 10,085,000 -3.4% (352,122)
Interest Income (103,721) 68,675 84,000 22.3%15,325
Other Revenue 102,878 80,500 80,500 0.0%-
Total Golf Course Operations 10,423,438 10,586,297 10,249,500 -3.2% (336,797)
Total Enterprise Funds 86,866,628$ 89,123,784$ 92,846,080$ 4.2% 3,722,296$
B-30
SCHEDULE OF REVENUE ESTIMATES
2022-23 2023-24 Change as %Difference
2021-22 Estimated Estimated of 2022-23 2022-23 to
Revenue Source Actuals Revenue Revenue Estimated 2023-24
Internal Service Funds
Workers' Compensation
Interdepartmental Charges 4,524,120$ 5,174,620$ 5,908,510$ 14.2% 733,890$
Interest Income (567,118) 190,000 190,000 0.0%-
Other Revenue 849,077 8,644,235 - -100.0% (8,644,235)
Total Workers' Compensation 4,806,079 14,008,855 6,098,510 -56.5% (7,910,345)
Risk Management
Interdepartmental Charges 3,305,532 3,890,450 7,069,660 81.7% 3,179,210
Interest Income (206,581) 40,000 40,000 0.0%-
Other Revenue 49,453 1,040,901 - -100.0% (1,040,901)
Total Risk Management 3,148,404 4,971,351 7,109,660 43.0% 2,138,309
Vehicle Maintenance
Interdepartmental Charges 3,038,651 3,272,355 3,605,863 10.2% 333,508
Interest Income (13,555) 10,807 7,000 -35.2%(3,807)
Other Revenue 67,848 1,441,956 20,000 -98.6% (1,421,956)
Total Vehicle Maintenance 3,092,944 4,725,118 3,632,863 -23.1% (1,092,255)
Vehicle Replacement
Interdepartmental Charges 3,574,152 3,575,367 3,948,539 10.4% 373,172
Interest Income (802,235) 220,386 213,000 -3.4%(7,386)
Other Revenue 1,505,548 175,000 150,000 -14.3% (25,000)
Total Vehicle Replacement 4,277,465 3,970,753 4,311,539 8.6% 340,786
Information Technology
Interdepartmental Charges 14,759,399 16,408,619 17,123,775 4.4% 715,156
Interest Income (355,281) 82,000 81,000 -1.2%(1,000)
Other Revenue 29,949 52,200 - -100.0% (52,200)
Total Information Technology 14,434,067 16,542,819 17,204,775 4.0% 661,956
Total Internal Service Funds 29,758,959$ 44,218,896$ 38,357,347$ -13.3% (5,861,549)$
Trust Funds
Sucssessor Agency Housing Fund
Property Tax Increment 848,207 954,059 - -100.0% (954,059)
Interest Income 54,646 54,587 - -100.0% (54,587)
Total Successor Agency Housing Fund 902,853 1,008,646 - -100.0% (1,008,646)
Total Trust Funds 902,853$ 1,008,646$ -$ -100.0% (1,008,646)$
Total Operating Funds 336,338,008$ 360,853,940$ 362,750,939$ 0.5% 1,896,999$
B-31
SCHEDULE OF BUDGET EXPENDITURES
2022-23 Change as %
2020-21 2021-22 Estimated 2022-23 2023-24 of 2022-23
Department Actuals Actuals Expenditures Budget Budget Budget
General Fund
Policy And Leadership Group
City Council 487,977$ 534,144$ 546,770$ 652,220$ 607,078$ -6.9%
City Attorney 2,036,466 2,081,883 2,000,000 2,033,508 2,115,596 4.0%
City Clerk 1,207,035 1,296,312 1,300,000 1,394,162 1,274,455 -8.6%
City Manager 1,939,537 2,013,122 2,058,720 2,156,145 2,184,823 1.3%
City Treasurer 235,400 243,289 214,500 249,945 279,149 11.7%
Communication & Engagement 1,493,938 2,037,551 2,029,500 1,979,186 1,953,098 -1.3%
Total Policy And Leadership Group 7,400,353 8,206,301 8,149,490 8,465,166 8,414,199 -0.6%
Administrative Services
Administration - 706,556 741,397 747,797 784,107 5%
Finance 5,810,863 5,623,094 5,300,000 5,472,176 5,323,368 -2.7%
Human Resources 4,359,159 4,388,148 4,829,000 5,264,775 5,029,995 -4.5%
Innovation & Economic Development 1,427,603 1,334,163 2,579,800 2,585,951 2,608,489 0.9%
Total Administrative Services 11,597,625 12,051,961 13,450,197 14,070,699 13,745,959 -2.3%
Community Services
Community Services Administration 654,001 663,579 675,000 675,917 585,411 -13.4%
Community Development 10,715,350 12,064,408 10,690,000 10,384,700 11,012,958 6.0%
Housing & Homeless Services - - 2,657,643 3,134,115 2,765,195 -12%
Library & Cultural Arts 12,344,689 13,024,082 13,262,900 14,088,425 13,637,285 -3.2%
Parks & Recreation 16,786,632 19,251,458 21,597,193 21,167,014 21,055,565 -0.5%
Total Community Services 40,500,672 45,003,527 48,882,736 49,450,171 49,056,414 -0.8%
Public Safety
Fire 30,712,871 33,684,622 38,995,265 37,756,943 37,882,886 0.3%
Police 47,615,546 50,824,125 56,456,326 51,240,884 55,615,155 8.5%
Total Public Safety 78,328,417 84,508,747 95,451,591 88,997,827 93,498,041 5.1%
Public Works
Public Works Administration 1,808,997 1,760,326 1,414,235 1,440,649 1,562,272 8.4%
Construction Management & Inspection 2,728,545 2,909,255 3,301,343 3,262,768 3,257,906 -0.1%
Environmental Sustainability 1,030,453 1,238,207 1,030,986 1,159,789 1,178,783 1.6%
Fleet & Facilities 5,341,736 6,297,998 8,001,952 6,768,736 7,497,115 10.8%
Transportation 7,553,800 8,048,352 9,223,272 9,707,559 9,732,215 0.3%
Total Public Works 18,463,531 20,254,138 22,971,788 22,339,501 23,228,291 4.0%
Miscellaneous Non-Departmental Expenditures
Community Contributions & Village trenching 2,595 - - - 5,220,000 -
Dues & Subscriptions 72,714 75,069 80,000 80,000 80,000 0.0%
Legal Services 755,312 519,683 275,000 1,000,000 750,000 -25.0%
Professional Services 34,194 33,980 45,000 41,658 39,700 -4.7%
Other Miscellaneous Expenditures 1,055,650 50,787 60,000 100,000 100,000 0.0%
Personnel Related 184,337 155,595 144,000 1,050,000 1,637,000 55.9%
COVID-related 245,579 177,677 44,000 - - -
Vacancy savings - - (2,000,000) (2,000,000) (2,000,000) 0.0%
Property Tax & Other Administration 759,165 725,588 730,000 750,000 750,000 0.0%
Total Miscellaneous Non-Departmental Expenditures 3,109,546 1,738,379 (622,000) 1,021,658 6,576,700 543.7%
B-32
SCHEDULE OF BUDGET EXPENDITURES
2022-23 Change as %
2020-21 2021-22 Estimated 2022-23 2023-24 of 2022-23
Department Actuals Actuals Expenditures Budget Budget Budget
General Fund - Continued
Transfers
Transfer to General Capital Construction Fund 4,500,000$ 13,283,056$ 3,956,000$ 3,956,000$ 11,600,000$ 0.0%
Transfer to Infrastructure Replacement Fund 4,500,000 283,000 3,956,000 3,956,000 4,200,000 0.0%
Transfer from Infrastructure Replacement Fund - - - - - -
Transfer to Technology Investment Capital Fund 10,656,000 3,956,000 3,956,000 4,200,000
Transfer To LLD#1 (Medians & Trees)700,000 1,390,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,570,000 0.0%
Transfer To Storm Water Program 281,040 322,000 332,000 332,000 340,000 0.0%
Other Miscellaneous Transfers 47,031,506 993,748 10,608,252 - - -100.0%
Total Transfers 57,012,546 26,927,804 24,208,252 13,600,000 21,910,000 61.1%
Total Miscellaneous Non-Departmental 60,122,092 28,666,183 23,586,252 14,621,658 28,486,700 94.8%
Subtotal General Fund 216,412,690 198,690,857 212,492,054 197,945,022 216,429,604 9.3%
Contingencies - - - 500,000 500,000 0.0%
Total General Fund 216,412,690$ 198,690,857$ 212,492,054$ 198,445,022$ 216,929,604$ 9.3%
Special Revenue Funds
Affordable Housing 4,674,625$ 237,513$ 288,618$ 393,385$ 668,530$ 69.9%
Agricultural Mitigation Fee - - 392,687 - - -
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance 80,982 75,104 195,245 195,245 195,245 0.0%
Citizens' Option For Public Safety 263,590 181,912 265,705 265,705 295,298 11.1%
Community Activity Grants - - - 30,000 30,000 0.0%
Community Development Block Grant 936,783 1,429,464 728,372 636,728 702,305 10.3%
Cultural Arts Donations 25,447 37,840 85,489 131,750 148,750 12.9%
Habitat Mitigation Fee 16,961 14,535 52,002 - - -
Library And Arts Endowment Fund - 480 4,000 6,000 6,000 0.0%
Library Gifts/Bequests 144,279 137,515 275,041 394,467 462,785 17.3%
Lighting And Landscaping District 2 287,307 258,171 335,033 338,070 367,500 8.7%
Local Cable Infrastructure Fund 336,001 403,843 435,000 395,006 538,956 36.4%
Median Maintenance 1,036,374 1,067,645 1,476,870 1,329,900 1,396,580 5.0%
Opioid Settlement Fund - - - - 21,466 -
Parking In Lieu 48,244 49,674 53,000 53,000 56,000 5.7%
Permanent Local Housing Allocation - - - - 1,119,126 -
Police Asset Forfeiture 54,225 12,228 105,869 125,000 75,000 -40.0%
Public Safety Grants 117,267 78,602 321,281 - - -
Recreation Donations 26,165 38,755 84,809 81,009 81,200 0.2%
Rental Assistance 9,024,886 10,081,418 10,860,729 10,409,089 11,339,700 8.9%
Senior Donations 5,367 37,796 43,500 50,500 33,500 -33.7%
Street Lighting 777,332 927,419 916,850 1,065,393 1,100,077 3.3%
Street Tree Maintenance 750,272 816,583 1,075,168 880,235 1,004,763 14.1%
Tyler Court Apartments 474,209 915,040 748,339 540,716 604,523 11.8%
Total Special Revenue Funds 19,080,316$ 16,801,537$ 18,743,607$ 17,321,198$ 20,247,304$ 16.9%
B-33
SCHEDULE OF BUDGET EXPENDITURES
2022-23 Change as %
2020-21 2021-22 Estimated 2022-23 2023-24 of 2022-23
Department Actuals Actuals Expenditures Budget Budget Budget
Enterprise Funds
Water Operations 47,685,382$ 44,316,249$ 48,000,000$ 49,715,832$ 54,759,803$ 10.1%
Recycled Water Operations 7,603,103 8,124,171 9,000,000 11,206,521 11,849,122 5.7%
Wastewater Operations 13,053,207 12,909,801 16,900,000 16,999,568 23,068,138 35.7%
Solid Waste Management 5,003,349 4,744,618 4,982,227 5,801,402 5,950,634 2.6%
Golf Course Operations 6,832,769 8,345,328 8,660,962 9,195,000 10,121,000 10.1%
Total Enterprise Funds 80,177,810$ 78,440,167$ 87,543,189$ 92,918,323$ 105,748,697$ 13.8%
Internal Service Funds
Workers' Compensation 3,408,864$ 6,980,247$ 6,267,000$ 4,507,014$ 5,157,892$ 14.4%
Risk Management 2,675,135 4,519,731 5,155,035 3,780,570 6,718,232 77.7%
Self-Insured Benefits 1,834,163 - - - - -
Vehicle Maintenance 3,239,389 3,523,778 4,017,238 3,506,140 3,696,339 5.4%
Vehicle Replacement 2,342,065 2,494,913 7,398,750 5,293,745 1,068,564 -79.8%
Information Technology 13,917,753 13,264,070 17,086,055 15,477,967 16,637,475 7.5%
Total Internal Service Funds 27,417,369$ 30,782,739$ 39,924,078$ 32,565,436$ 33,278,502$ 2.2%
Trust Funds
Successor Agency Housing Fund 239,902$ 120,799$ 1,038,203$ 1,068,845$ 1,059,500$ -0.9%
Total Trust Funds 239,902$ 120,799$ 1,038,203$ 1,068,845$ 1,059,500$ -0.9%
Total Operating Funds 343,328,087$ 324,836,099$ 359,741,131$ 342,318,824$ 377,263,607$ 10.2%
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PUBLIC SAFETY
The City of Carlsbad’s public safety
services create and maintain a safe
community for all who live, work
and play in our city. This important
work is carried out by the dedicated
men and women of the Police and
Fire departments. Highly specialized
divisions cover all aspects of modern
law enforcement and fire services
including response and recovery,
emergency medical, marine safety,
community risk reduction, and
emergency management.
We are proud to serve the Carlsbad
community, working in partnership
to deliver on the city mission at the
highest possible level every day.
Michael Calderwood
Fire Chief
442-339-2141
FireMail@carlsbadca.gov
Mickey Williams
Chief of Police
442-339-2100
police@carlsbadca.gov
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
FIRE DEPARTMENT: SUMMARY
FIRE
• Fire Administration
• Emergency Operations
• Community Risk Reduction & Resiliency
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 15,933,650$ 16,749,689$ 18,570,048$ 20,003,988$
Retirement Benefits 5,984,047 5,793,156 5,879,146 5,913,010
Health Insurance 1,675,972 1,881,487 2,296,419 2,353,393
Other Personnel Expenses 846,659 1,614,754 1,789,390 1,921,247
Personnel Services Subtotal 24,440,328 26,039,086 28,535,003 30,191,638
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,534,169 1,594,756 1,863,645 1,852,334
Supplies & Materials 720,270 962,942 1,154,382 1,052,766
Repair & Maintenance 95,569 69,368 91,623 74,450
Interdepartmental Charges 3,131,180 3,737,603 4,361,857 4,448,981
Other Operating Expenses 184,161 218,457 281,933 284,183
Capital Outlay 607,194 1,062,410 1,468,500 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 6,272,543 7,645,536 9,221,940 7,712,714
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 30,712,871$ 33,684,622$ 37,756,943$ 37,904,352$
Full Time Positions 97.75 111.00 123.00 124.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 5.50 10.00 11.50 10.50
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
FIRE DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0012200
0012210
0012251 0012253
Fund: General
ABOUT
Fire Administration provides leadership, strategic planning and organizational support across all
department programs.
SERVICES
• Administer directives, policies and procedures
• Monitor budgets, contracts, procurement and accounting processes
• Oversee mutual aid reimbursement
• Research and support grant programs and opportunities
• Manage records
• Compile data and analyze business intelligence
• Manage webpage and social media content
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $639,039 $612,802 $594,716 $609,142
Retirement Benefits 259,731 210,682 119,010 177,943
Health Insurance 81,704 82,573 70,744 87,273
Other Personnel Expenses 44,937 79,998 76,379 76,155
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,025,411 986,055 860,849 950,513
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,112,072.00 1,195,366 1,372,150 1,396,750
Supplies & Materials 48,304 70,511 83,486 82,299
Repair & Maintenance 23 2,434 475 650
Interdepartmental Charges 2,653,052 3,041,512 3,615,605 3,511,279
Other Operating Expenses 12,704 17,783 1,400 500
Capital Outlay 79,321 - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 3,905,476 4,327,606 5,073,116 4,991,478
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $4,930,887 $5,313,661 $5,933,965 $5,941,991
Full Time Positions 5.00 5.00 4.00 5.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 0.50 0.50 0.50
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed Standards of Cover Work Plan Objective 2 to support City Council goal
• Submitted Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Certified Public Expenditure cost
reports for fiscal years 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23
• Created an internal semiannual Operations Activity & Performance Report
• Developed and published flipbook document for the 2022 Fire Department Annual Report
• Organized third-party analysis of administrative resources to identify effectiveness and
efficiencies across department
• Presented Ambulance Service Fee Study findings to the City Council
GOALS
• Adopt best practice-based response time policy according to risk type
• Identify and acquire property for permanent Fire Station 7
• Present First Responder Fee Feasibility Study findings to the City Council
• Participate in Medicare Ground Ambulance Data Collection System
• Join Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Intergovernmental Transfer Program
• Revise EMS Memorandum of Understanding with the County of San Diego
• Conclude performance standard recommendations for Carlsbad Tomorrow as an update to
the Growth Management Program
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
FIRE DEPARTMENT: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
Account: 0012220 0012229 0012250
0012252
Fund: General
ABOUT
The Emergency Operations Bureau is comprised of Suppression, EMS/Training and Special
Operations/Professional Services. The divisions provide an all-hazard response safeguarding life,
property and the environment through 24-hour fire, rescue, marine safety and emergency medical
services.
SERVICES
• Extinguish structure and wildland fires
• Deploy mutual aid assistance across the state
• Organize response and support operations for natural or man-made disasters
• Investigate and mitigate hazardous materials
• Deliver emergency medical and community health services
• Perform high-risk technical search and rescues
• Deploy SWAT Medics to support law enforcement agencies
• Provide lifeguard services at North Beach and Agua Hedionda Lagoon
• Maintain state-mandated professional licenses, certificates and continuing education credits
• Develop and supervise health and wellness programs
• Coordinate Fire Explorer Program for high school and college students
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $13,968,465 $14,834,351 $16,604,025 $18,019,888
Retirement Benefits 5,207,222 5,100,171 5,327,255 5,261,781
Health Insurance 1,425,175 1,614,927 2,017,162 2,069,660
Other Personnel Expenses 712,311 1,351,310 1,536,207 1,683,577
Personnel Services Subtotal 21,313,173 22,900,759 25,484,649 27,034,906
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 200,794 197,349 227,315 206,504
Supplies & Materials 637,130 850,264 999,469 911,017
Repair & Maintenance 92,615 66,849 91,148 73,800
Interdepartmental Charges 184,478 236,381 338,955 493,664
Other Operating Expenses 164,002 192,849 259,033 263,183
Capital Outlay 527,873 1,062,410 1,468,500 0
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,806,892 2,606,102 3,384,420 1,948,168
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $23,120,065 $25,506,861 $28,869,069 $28,983,074
Full Time Positions 82.00 94.00 107.00 107.90
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.50 8.50 10.50 9.50
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Recruited full-time and part-time EMTs to convert all ambulances to new staffing model
• Operationalized Temporary Fire Station 7
• Promoted three fire captains and three fire engineers to establish new fire station
• Added fourth paramedic firefighter on ladder truck to maintain an Effective Response Force
• Ordered and outfitted new fire engine
• Designed, ordered and outfitted new urban search and rescue apparatus
• Launched automated narcotic tracking system to enhance recordkeeping requirements
• Implemented “Leave Behind Narcan” and overdose recognition and intervention programs
• Provided EMTs for first aid services at TGIF Concerts in the Parks
• Replaced Very High Frequency radios to improve interoperability
• Retrofitted Plymovent exhaust extraction systems with magnetic couplers at all fire stations
• Replaced Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus equipment
• Procured air decontamination and filtration units for all firefighting apparatuses
• Submitted Letter of Intent to Cal OES to request funding for regional rescue training
• Hired second Paramedic Lifeguard Lieutenant to manage day-to-day beach operations
• Relocated lifeguard operations and apparatuses to Temporary Fire Station 7
GOALS
• Refine plan to incorporate EMTs into city special event plans
• Develop EMT-to-paramedic firefighter promotion curriculum to bolster recruitment
• Enhance community health through outreach and education
• Finalize data sharing agreement with County of San Diego for electronic patient care records
• Develop Fire Station Master Plan to identify current and future station needs
• Attain United States Lifeguard Association Accreditation
• Install boat dock at Temporary Fire Station 7 for direct access to Agua Hedionda Lagoon
• Execute quarterly training plan for North Zone Technical Rescue Team
• Collaborate with Police Department to develop Mobile Command Post Training
• Maintain “Turn-Out-Time” of 2 minutes or less for all requests at least 90% of the time
• Maintain EMS satisfaction rating above 95%
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Time from request to first unit being en-route (90th percentile) 01:50 01:55 01:55
EMS customer survey overall satisfaction rating 94.3% 95.0% 95.0%
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
FIRE DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION & RESILIENCY
Account: 0012240-0012243
128
Fund:
Fund:
General
Special Revenue – Opioid Settlement
ABOUT
The Community Risk Reduction Bureau is comprised of Fire & Life Safety and the Office of Emergency
Management and Resilience. The divisions mitigate all types of hazardous conditions and ensure
incident response readiness.
SERVICES
• Oversee Hazard Reduction Program to identify and abate brush fire hazards
• Respond to inquiries and complaints concerning hazardous conditions
• Investigate cause and origin for suspicious or large loss fires
• Review code compliance on construction plan submittals
• Complete construction inspections for new buildings and remodeling projects
• Conduct annual inspections of schools, care facilities, hotels, motels and apartment
complexes
• Coordinate outreach and education programs promoting fire safety tips and prevention
• Install and test smoke alarms in Carlsbad homes
• Direct, conduct and implement city-level emergency plans, programs, training and exercises
• Coordinate multi-department and multi-agency preparedness to prevent, protect against,
mitigate, respond to and recover from all threats and hazards
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $1,326,146 $1,302,536 $1,371,307 $1,374,958
Retirement Benefits 517,094 482,303 432,881 473,286
Health Insurance 169,093 183,987 208,513 196,460
Other Personnel Expenses 89,411 183,446 176,804 161,515
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,101,744 2,152,272 2,189,505 2,206,219
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 221,303 202,041 264,180 249,080
Supplies & Materials 34,836 42,167 71,427 59,450
Repair & Maintenance 2,931 85 0 -
Interdepartmental Charges 293,650 459,710 407,297 444,038
Other Operating Expenses 7,455 7,825 21,500 20,500
Capital Outlay 0 0 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 560,175 711,828 764,404 773,068
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $2,661,919 $2,864,100 $2,953,909 $2,979,287
Full Time Positions 10.75 12.00 12.00 11.10
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 0.50 0.50
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• Support large-scale emergencies through the Emergency Operations Center
• Conduct emergency notifications and direct emergency care and shelter operations
• Manage the Carlsbad Community Emergency Response Team
• Represent the city on the San Diego Unified Disaster Council
• Co-chair Ready Carlsbad Business Alliance Committee of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Adopted 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments
• Audited Knox Box Program and updated Key Issuance Policy
• Developed Wildland Fire Homeowners Association Education Program
• Formatted fuel modification plans for compatibility with infield GIS operations programs
• Extended smoke alarm installation program to all Carlsbad residents
• Activated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for Safer Streets Emergency and managed city
response
• Delivered EOC training to approximately 35 responders
• Delivered Emergency Shelter Worker Training to approximately 100 city employees
• Elected to serve on San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence Board of Advisors
• Elected to serve as president of InfraGard San Diego
• Installed as president of the Southern California Fire Prevention Officers Section of the
California Fire Chiefs Association
GOALS
• Adopt Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map by ordinance
• Update City Landscape Manual incorporating new fuel modification guidelines
• Conduct community risk assessments for emergency planning of natural, technological and
man-made hazards and threats
• Initiate Restaurant Inspection Program Feasibility Study for extinguishing systems including
proper use education for kitchen staff
• Create new program for safe use and operation of lithium-ion battery powered devices
• Convert all paper plans to digital format for ease of access, viewing and storage reduction
• Provide Incident Command System training for overhead deployment assignments
• Collaborate with the IT Department to develop cybersecurity training and exercises
• Train additional EOC responders and emergency shelter workers through scenario-based
disaster workshops and exercises
• Design, develop and implement Community Based Risk Reduction and Resilience Program
• Manage EOC Renovation Project to include structural and technological enhancements
• Maintain 100% compliance with mandated inspections under Senate Bill 1205
• Achieve 90% compliance for completing fire investigation reports within 30 days of initial fire
incident
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Compliance with Senate Bill 1205-mandated inspections 100% 100% 100%
Complete fire investigation report within 30 days of initial
fire incident 90% of the time 87% 75% 90%
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
POLICE DEPARTMENT: SUMMARY
POLICE
• Administration
• Field Operations
• Support Operations
• Professional Standards and Services
• Police Grants & Asset Forfeiture
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 23,442,173$ 24,040,885$ 25,853,833$ 28,351,946$
Retirement Benefits 10,176,003 9,216,797 8,353,791 8,815,694
Health Insurance 2,533,373 2,459,113 2,942,943 2,902,722
Other Personnel Expenses 1,494,433 3,022,563 3,593,209 4,198,805
Personnel Services Subtotal 37,645,982 38,739,358 40,743,776 44,269,167
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 2,209,244 1,723,964 1,816,720 1,688,452
Supplies & Materials 454,203 899,446 469,405 444,505
Repair & Maintenance 185,356 208,560 260,425 260,425
Interdepartmental Charges 6,548,607 7,432,859 7,723,463 8,678,004
Other Operating Expenses 319,389 597,502 614,600 644,100
Capital Outlay 601,499 1,491,767 3,200 800
Operating Expenses Subtotal 10,318,298 12,354,098 10,887,813 11,716,286
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 47,964,280$ 51,093,456$ 51,631,589$ 55,985,453$
General Fund 47,615,546$ 50,824,125$ 51,240,884$ 55,615,155$
Special Revenue Fund 435,082 272,742 390,705 370,298
TOTAL FUNDING 48,050,628$ 51,096,867$ 51,631,589$ 55,985,453$
Full Time Positions 184.00 186.00 187.00 187.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.00 2.00 3.18 2.18
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POLICE DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0012110 0012122 Fund: General
ABOUT
This division develops and administers programs that support the city’s and the Police Department’s
statement of values in a manner responsive to the city and its residents. This division also establishes
policies and long-range plans to meet department goals and city needs.
SERVICES
• Develop and manage programs that reduce crime, encourage resident engagement and
improve community safety
• Assist staff with individual and team development
• Provide support to divisions to assist with meeting goals
• Respond to residents’ concerns, City Council inquiries and public records requests
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Began Phase 2 of Police & Fire Headquarters remodel
• Conducted two Police Citizens Academy sessions and one city Citizens Academy
• Implemented a monthly Communications Team meeting to increase candid communication
within the department
• Increased engagement across all social media platforms
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 787,934$ 897,021$ 882,956$ 937,426$
Retirement Benefits 364,243 321,535 229,062 302,034
Health Insurance 75,338 75,429 100,384 80,271
Other Personnel Expenses 44,743 100,314 117,598 154,234
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,272,258 1,394,299 1,330,000 1,473,965
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 975,152 886,315 949,000 856,000
Supplies & Materials 20,810 46,328 38,250 32,050
Repair & Maintenance 7,829 2,285 9,000 9,000
Interdepartmental Charges 3,801,221 3,959,997 4,273,139 4,795,803
Other Operating Expenses 254,782 327,630 360,550 360,050
Capital Outlay 24,651 1,096,499 3,200 800
Operating Expenses Subtotal 5,084,445 6,319,054 5,633,139 6,053,703
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 6,356,703$ 7,713,353$ 6,963,139$ 7,527,668$
Full Time Positions 5.00 6.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Established and adopted the initial terms of the members of the Community-Police
Engagement Commission
• Instituted an internal Police Department webpage to streamline how employees access
department information, resources and processes
GOALS
• Respond to a growing number of calls for service involving mental crisis in a manner
consistent with crisis management and de-escalation best practices
• Use more innovative technology to provide the most efficient and effective service
• Work with the city’s innovation team to increase accuracy, efficiency and transparency in the
department’s data
• Review and analyze department response times with a goal of decreasing response times for
all priority calls for service
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POLICE DEPARTMENT: FIELD OPERATIONS
Account: 0012115-2121
0012123-2125
Fund: General
ABOUT
The Field Operations Division includes patrol, traffic, canines, SWAT, lagoon patrol and police rangers.
The Department’s goal for average response time for Priority 1 calls is less than six minutes. The
average response time for Priority 1 calls in the city is 5.07 minutes.
The FBI Index is used to measure crime in the city. The FBI Index includes homicide, rape, robbery,
aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, theft and motor vehicle theft. In 2022, the city’s violent crime
rate was 2 per 1,000 population and the property crime rate was 18.48 per 1,000 population. The
county average is 3.79 for violent crime and 15.21 for property crime.
SERVICES
• Respond to calls for emergency and non-emergency services
• Utilize new and existing resources to address complaints and quality of life issues
• Provide emergency services, preventative patrol, traffic enforcement and special
enforcement in the community
• Utilize de-escalation tactics during criminal and mental health scenarios to safely resolve
critical incidents
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 12,759,559$ 12,777,311$ 13,676,425$ 15,084,018$
Retirement Benefits 5,894,379 5,313,526 4,643,888 4,976,823
Health Insurance 1,348,171 1,271,010 1,492,109 1,469,024
Other Personnel Expenses 807,276 1,610,722 1,847,458 2,109,944
Personnel Services Subtotal 20,809,385 20,972,569 21,659,880 23,639,809
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 399,966 494,931 507,620 535,352
Supplies & Materials 200,037 370,066 167,230 167,230
Repair & Maintenance 17,224 30,047 21,400 21,400
Interdepartmental Charges 2,049,500 2,718,299 2,725,205 3,159,009
Other Operating Expenses 24,550 123,269 135,950 135,950
Capital Outlay 504,118 231,323 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 3,195,395 3,967,935 3,557,405 4,018,941
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 24,004,780$ 24,940,504$ 25,217,285$ 27,658,750$
Full Time Positions 99.50 102.00 96.00 95.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Staff every major public event in the city with Patrol and SWAT team members to respond to
immediate, life-threatening emergencies
• Conduct field interviews and take reports at incidents including crimes, arrests, collisions and
• Enforce laws and ordinances, preserve the peace, and provide for the protection of life and
property through proactive programs of enforcement and prevention
Police Activity CY 2018 CY 2019 CY 2020 CY 2021 CY 2022
Police activities/Calls for service 99,562 112,323 110,448 107, 156 103,192
Number of cases 8,705 8,774 8,222 8,704 8,348
9-1-1 calls 32,509 33,061 31,642 36, 154 34,550
Total phone calls 156,488 157,587 162,055 162,541 148,819
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Continued to train our de-escalation policy/program including all new employees and
conducted training for the Carlsbad Equity Coalition
• Expanded response capacity to schools including access and training personnel in life saving
medical aid and equipment
• Implemented new canine unit training and deployment software that improves the quality
of documentation of training and the deployment of information making the canine unit
more effective and accountable
• Achieved an approval rating of 4.43 out of 5 based on 2,848 responses for 2022
• Completed an evaluation of the department’s response time for emergency calls for service
• Achieved average response times as follows:
o Priority 1: 5.07 minutes
o Priority 2: 10.54 minutes
o Priority 3: 48.45 minutes
GOALS
• Continue to collaborate with schools in the city to improve cooperation and collaboration
during critical and routine incidents
• Continue to work on department’s technology foundation to be more effective and efficient,
acquire more timely and accurate data, and support a data-driven approach to policing
• Formalize critical incident debriefing protocol and documentation to ensure that the
department maximizes the learning potential of unique incidents
*Automated license plate reader technology, also known as License Plate Recognition, is used by the Police
Department to convert data associated with vehicle license plates for official law enforcement purposes,
including identifying stolen or wanted vehicles, stolen license plates and missing persons. License Plate
Recognition may also be used to gather information related to active warrants, homeland security, electronic
surveillance, suspect interdiction and stolen property recovery. The statistics above show the number of suspects
apprehended and vehicles recovered using license plate readers. Figures cannot be projected or estimated for
upcoming fiscal years.
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Suspects arrested with License Plate Recognition* 106 132 --
Vehicles recovered with License Plate Recognition* 90 111 --
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POLICE DEPARTMENT: SUPPORT OPERATIONS
Account: 0012126-2138 0012142-2145 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Support Operations Division includes the Crime Suppression Team, Homeless Outreach Team,
Investigations Division, Family Services, Communications, Records, Property and Evidence, and Fleet
Operations.
SERVICES
• Provide public safety communication including answering 9-1-1 and other calls and
dispatching appropriate emergency personnel
• Conduct follow-up investigations leading to the identification and apprehension of persons
responsible for the commission of crimes
• Collect and process evidence collected in the field by police employees
• Provide support to divisions to assist with meeting goals
• Assist in the preservation of all life and ensure a safe resolution to critical incidents
• Investigate and follow up on crime and incident reports as they relate to the family
• Assist in the coordination of diversion, prevention and education activities
• Provide and manage the department’s fleet
• Maintain and provide information and support for all records management, PRA Requests,
evidence disbursement and documentation distribution
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 9,094,750$ 9,677,739$ 10,337,845$ 11,502,713$
Retirement Benefits 3,649,345 3,341,120 3,203,873 3,306,177
Health Insurance 1,036,172 1,038,882 1,234,254 1,254,585
Other Personnel Expenses 590,381 1,217,342 1,495,059 1,803,517
Personnel Services Subtotal 14,370,648 15,275,083 16,271,031 17,866,992
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 701,550 253,320 158,100 144,600
Supplies & Materials 131,782 394,585 106,225 107,525
Repair & Maintenance 123,598 175,672 184,750 184,750
Interdepartmental Charges 661,781 721,731 688,898 692,643
Other Operating Expenses 24,218 74,290 91,100 121,100
Capital Outlay 44,857 128,213 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,687,786 1,747,811 1,229,073 1,250,618
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 16,058,434$ 17,022,894$ 17,500,104$ 19,117,610$
Full Time Positions 73.50 73.00 78.00 80.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 2.18 1.18
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CY 2018 CY 2019 CY 2020 CY 2021 CY 2022
Violent crime clearance rate 46% 55% 59% 46% 46%
Property crime clearance rate 11% 9% 10% 11% 12%
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Responded to 9,695 transient-related calls for service last year
• Received a satisfaction rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 2,396 crime victims surveyed
• Initiated a grant-funded program for several detectives to work directly out of the North
County Family Justice Center, which has improved cross-coordination between law
enforcement agencies, prosecutors, victim advocacy and criminal justice
• Implemented online mapping and intelligence to maximize effectiveness to address
overdose investigation
• Replaced and expanded our License Place Reader program
• Began installation of in-car video into the marked police vehicle fleet
GOALS
• Evaluate and consider reorganization opportunities for the Investigative Bureau with
attention towards addressing crime trends, operational efficiency and enhancing community
service
• Work alongside high schools to offer voluntary police ride-alongs as a portion of school
curriculum
• Finish implementation of the new Computer Aided Dispatch System
• Begin the conversion of NetRMS to Niche for our records management system
• Implement vehicle telematics to increase driving safety
*Performance measures reported last year were removed as they are no longer tracked solely by the Police
Department. Housing & Homeless Services and the Police Department work together to present these measures
to City Council on a quarterly basis and the Housing & Homeless Services Department reports related
performance measures as part of the budget process.
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PUBLIC SAFETY |
POLICE DEPARTMENT: PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS & SERVICES
Account: 0012140 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Professional Standards & Services Division supports the Police Department in the form of
training, internal affairs, professional standards and personnel recruitment and hiring.
SERVICES
• Recruit new employees, organize testing programs and conduct mandated pre-employment
investigations and Peace Officer Standards and Training
• Establish, maintain and enforce department professional standards and coordinate all
department training
• Investigate resident complaints
• Provide information to the media to inform the public regarding crime activity in the city
• Help improve the quality of life for city residents through crime prevention awareness and
education and help reduce the fear of crime through the dissemination of information
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Received an approval rating of 4.64 out of 5 (a slight increase from last year), based on 2,582
crime victims surveyed when asked if their call was handled in a respectful, attentive and
expeditious manner
• Began process to update the department’s Special Assignment and Promotion Policy
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 630,925$ 520,695$ 826,783$ 681,439$
Retirement Benefits 217,449 192,657 240,880 186,138
Health Insurance 66,100 62,099 99,534 80,105
Other Personnel Expenses 44,399 78,075 114,163 109,121
Personnel Services Subtotal 958,873 853,526 1,281,360 1,056,803
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 114,576 89,398 142,000 122,500
Supplies & Materials 76,962 76,239 87,700 87,700
Repair & Maintenance 480 556 275 275
Interdepartmental Charges 32,349 28,380 32,021 26,849
Other Operating Expenses 12,389 72,313 17,000 17,000
Capital Outlay - 26,962 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 236,756 293,848 278,996 254,324
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,195,629$ 1,147,374$ 1,560,356$ 1,311,127$
Full Time Positions 5.00 4.00 5.00 4.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
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• Updated the department’s Personal Appearance Standards Policy
• Created a standalone policy for protests, demonstrations and riots providing officers and
supervisors with specific direction on how to apply the law in a safe and effective manner
while upholding the public’s first amendment protections
• Formalized and standardized unit/shift expectations
• Created new recruitment videos for both officers and dispatchers
• Conducted 36 internal affairs investigations (both internal and external) ensuring good order
and discipline within the department
• Hired 36 personnel in the police department including sworn, non-sworn and professional
staff
• Created a family police academy offered to employees’ families at least once a year
GOALS
• Eliminate personnel vacancies in the police department
• Create a voluntary community security video registration program
• Formalize the training protocol for employees who are assigned to new positions
• Standardize reporting protocols for new legislative requirements
• Install inventory tracking software for the entire department (Quartermaster)
C-19
PUBLIC SAFETY |
POLICE DEPARTMENT: POLICE GRANTS & ASSET FORFEITURE
Account: 121-122 123
124
Fund: Special Revenue-Asset Forfeiture Special Revenue-COPS Fund
Special Revenue-Public Safety Grants
ABOUT
Police grants include federal and state asset forfeiture, the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety, the
Justice Assistance Grant, the Urban Areas Security Initiatives Program and the Office of Traffic Safety.
SERVICES
• Use grants to purchase police equipment, supplement staffing costs and assist with training
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Used the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety grant to fund one full-time sworn officer position
• Used the Justice Assistance Grant to purchase police radios
• Used the Homeland Security Grant to purchase night vision goggles for the SWAT team
• Used the Office of Traffic Safety Grant to conduct DUI/DL checkpoints, DUI saturation patrols
and purchase a Lidar Device
• Received a grant award to contribute to Officer Wellness and Mental Health Programs
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 169,005$ 168,119$ 129,824$ 146,350$
Retirement Benefits 50,587 47,959 36,088 44,522
Health Insurance 7,592 11,693 16,662 18,737
Other Personnel Expenses 7,634 16,110 18,931 21,989
Personnel Services Subtotal 234,818 243,881 201,505 231,598
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 18,000 - 60,000 30,000
Supplies & Materials 110,960 15,639 70,000 50,000
Repair & Maintenance 36,225 - 45,000 45,000
Interdepartmental Charges 3,756 4,452 4,200 3,700
Other Operating Expenses 3,450 - 10,000 10,000
Capital Outlay 27,873 8,770 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 200,264 28,861 189,200 138,700
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 435,082$ 272,742$ 390,705$ 370,298$
Full Time Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
C-20
GOALS
• Continue to seek grant funding for necessary equipment
• Continue to collaborate with the Fire Department on grant management
• Apply for the Alcoholic Beverage Control grant to expand the department’s present efforts in
addressing alcohol related problems with licensed establishments
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PUBLIC WORKS
Public Works is responsible for planning,
providing and maintaining the infrastructure
that supports a high quality of life in the City
of Carlsbad. From buildings and vehicles to
roads and habitat, to safe, reliable water
supplies and more, Public Works oversees
responsible and sustainable management
practices for a wide variety of city assets.
This includes administration of the Capital
Improvement Program, a 15-year plan that
encompasses road and traffic improvements;
storm drain systems; major facilities
maintenance, repairs and renovation; water
and wastewater infrastructure; construction
of civic buildings and other infrastructure
projects. Public Works plays a key role in
promoting environmental sustainability,
enhancing transportation options and
protecting public health and safety.
Paz Gomez Deputy City Manager, Public Works
442-339-2751
paz.gomez@carlsbadca.gov
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D-3
PUBLIC WORKS |
ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0018310 Fund: General
ABOUT
Public Works Administration provides leadership and strategic vision for the entire Public Works
Branch, which is comprised of the Construction Management & Inspection, Fleet & Facilities,
Environmental Sustainability, Transportation and Utilities departments. It provides administrative
support services with a focus on strategic alignment to the Community Vision and City Council goals.
SERVICES
• Provide leadership and management support, operating budget oversight, Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) oversight, contract administration and records management
• Support communications and outreach activities for major CIP projects
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Transitioned internal contract status reports to on-demand dashboards
• Expanded functionality of DocuSign to facilitate expedited contract execution
• Updated contract templates to facilitate use of anticipated federal funding
• Partnered with GIS staff to continually improve and update the internal project submittal
app, public dashboard and reporting for the CIP
• Facilitated an update of the city’s engineering manual and other relevant engineering standards
• Received the American Public Works Association, San Diego and Imperial Counties Chapter
Award of Merit for outstanding public service
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $907,628 $957,345 $782,418 $849,559
Retirement Benefits 294,482 261,482 182,988 182,926
Health Insurance 100,656 98,468 72,660 72,179
Other Personnel Expenses 26,532 33,683 29,465 29,090
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,329,298 1,350,978 1,067,531 1,133,754
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 261,134 113,686 94,078 83,078
Supplies & Materials 19,291 18,643 18,301 8,046
Repair & Maintenance 11,916 3,153 2,100 2,100
Interdepartmental Charges 178,004 250,908 236,729 325,400
Other Operating Expenses 9,354 22,958 21,910 9,894
Capital Outlay 0 - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 479,699 409,348 373,118 428,518
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,808,997 $1,760,326 $1,440,649 $1,562,272
Full Time Positions 7.85 7.85 5.90 6.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.50 1.60 1.60
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GOALS
• Complete an update of the city’s procurement policy and administrative order
• Digitize the processing of bonds related to contracts
• Continue to update and streamline standard contract language and processes
• Continue to develop and operationalize formal consultant and contractor performance
evaluation processes
• Engage in the planning, design and implementation of a citywide portfolio project
management system, including CIP project management
• Engage in planning, design and implementation of an enterprise asset management system
• Continue implementing a strategy to digitize all Public Works records per the city’s records
retention schedule
• Continue to focus on employee coaching, development and training for staff at all levels
throughout the department
D-5
PUBLIC WORKS |
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & INSPECTION
Account: 00185XX Fund: General
ABOUT
Construction Management & Inspection ensures safe construction of CIP and private development
projects in compliance with legal, regulatory and contractual requirements.
SERVICES
• Manage construction of CIP projects and public works contracts for all city asset-managing
departments
• Inspect and oversee private development grading
• Inspect and oversee stormwater maintenance and improvements
• Oversee all construction activity in the public right of way
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive inspection tracking and data management
system following treatment control best management practices that has received regional
and national industry recognition
• Provided construction management and inspection services on significant CIP projects,
including water valve replacements and pipelines, El Camino Real and College Boulevard
intersection improvements, El Camino Real and Cannon Road bridge, Calavera Hills
Community Park Gateway Improvements, Poinsettia Park dog park, and the Barrio Lighting
Project
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,561,351$ 1,567,875$ 1,744,289$ 1,636,110$
Retirement Benefits 553,180 450,194 430,099 373,801
Health Insurance 215,154 203,152 266,138 233,899
Other Personnel Expenses 46,267 55,815 68,741 59,530
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,375,952 2,277,036 2,509,267 2,303,340
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 21,836 212,748 321,130 242,209
Supplies & Materials 22,538 15,012 13,027 13,027
Repair & Maintenance 54 906 314 314
Interdepartmental Charges 303,752 387,526 404,770 684,756
Other Operating Expenses 4,413 16,027 14,260 14,260
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 352,593 632,219 753,501 954,566
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,728,545$ 2,909,255$ 3,262,768$ 3,257,906$
Full Time Positions 15.20 15.20 16.20 15.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 0.50 0.50 0.50
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• Provided construction inspection services for private development projects such as the
Carlsbad Village Lofts and the Springhill Suites hotel
• Ensured safe work in the right of way for 5G communications infrastructure installation
throughout the city
• Maintained stormwater compliance through training, education, outreach and enforcement
actions resulting in zero construction-related notices of violation from the Regional Water
Quality Control Board to date
• Developed and implemented a certified in-house Qualified Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Plan Developer and Practitioner Program for eligible city staff to achieve cost savings and
maintain compliance with state stormwater permit program
GOALS
• Partner with the City Attorney’s Office on development of a contractor performance
evaluation process to improve accountability during the course of a public works project
• Leverage project management tools and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
within the department
• Work with property owners to reduce pollution and improve water quality through the city’s
Treatment Control Best Management Practices program
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Response rate for Treatment Control Best Management Practices Verification of Maintenance 82% 80% 75%
Construction stormwater violations on CIP projects 0 0 0
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PUBLIC WORKS |
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: SUMMARY
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
• Climate Action Plan & Habitat Management
• Sustainable Materials Management
• Watershed Protection
ABOUT
The General Fund portion of the Environmental Sustainability Department budget includes the
Climate Action Plan & Habitat Management Divisions and coordination of the municipal component
of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Municipal Stormwater Permit in the
Watershed Protection Division. These divisions integrate components of the Environmental and
Sustainability Guiding Principles and support the Strategic Plan Goal of Sustainability and the Natural
Environment.
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,087,903$ 1,244,051$ 1,657,905$ 1,686,858$
Retirement Benefits 372,361 346,714 400,937 382,291
Health Insurance 163,946 188,234 324,381 319,346
Other Personnel Expenses (28,258) (207,306) 68,964 64,677
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,595,952 1,571,693 2,452,187 2,453,172
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,815,862 1,669,874 1,596,311 1,532,356
Supplies & Materials 55,053 77,212 70,161 52,570
Repair & Maintenance 18 305 80 50
Interdepartmental Charges 554,598 710,436 842,129 1,202,311
Other Operating Expenses 21,564 38,229 29,021 23,421
Capital Outlay - 10,265 135,000 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 2,447,095 2,506,321 2,672,702 2,810,708
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,043,047$ 4,078,014$ 5,124,889$ 5,263,880$
General Fund 1,030,453 1,238,207 1,159,789 1,178,783
Enterprise Fund 3,012,594 2,839,807 3,965,100 4,085,097
TOTAL FUNDING 4,043,047$ 4,078,014$ 5,124,889$ 5,263,880$
Full Time Positions 11.95 11.95 17.60 17.50
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
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PUBLIC WORKS |
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: CLIMATE ACTION PLAN &
HABITAT MANAGEMENT
Account: 0015110
0015130
Fund: General
SERVICES
• Coordinate with multiple city departments to oversee the Climate Action Plan (CAP)
implementation, collect CAP implementation monitoring data and prepare an annual report
• Coordinate preparation of a communitywide greenhouse gas emissions inventory and
forecast
• Coordinate updates to the CAP document as directed by City Council
• Perform outreach and education related to CAP activities and respond to public inquiries
• Oversee and coordinate implementation of the Home Energy Score Assessment program
and Carlsbad Green Business Program
• Participate in groups such as the SANDAG Sustainable Communities Working Group.
SANDAG San Diego Management and Monitoring Program and Inter-Agency Working Group,
and ReCAP Stakeholder Working Group
• Monitor GHG emissions data from SANDAG and incorporate into the CAP
• Research and monitor upcoming regulations, funding opportunities and activities related to
climate mitigation and adaptation
• Monitor regional climate change preparedness activities
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 280,637$ 303,978$ 309,498$ 345,990$
Retirement Benefits 97,879 86,001 72,550 76,399
Health Insurance 33,130 34,082 36,087 37,068
Other Personnel Expenses 8,461 10,597 12,152 12,386
Personnel Services Subtotal 420,107 434,658 430,287 471,843
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 529,967 594,695 299,750 284,362
Supplies & Materials 20,354 41,383 12,607 6,307
Repair & Maintenance 9 18 50 20
Interdepartmental Charges 59,536 86,988 97,342 148,637
Other Operating Expenses 480 4,344 6,668 5,668
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 610,346 727,428 416,417 444,994
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,030,453$ 1,162,086$ 846,704$ 916,837$
Full Time Positions 2.65 2.65 2.55 2.70
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
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• Provide leadership and citywide coordination to ensure compliance with Habitat
Management Plan regulations for private and CIP projects
• Oversee preserve managers to ensure Habitat Management Plan-compliant biological
management, monitoring and reporting across citywide preserve system
• Maintain collaborative relationships with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, California
Department of Fish and Wildlife and California Coastal Commission staff to ensure solutions-
oriented Habitat Management Plan implementation
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Continued serving as a board member for the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative
• Joined the Alliance for Regional Collaboratives for Climate Adaptation board as the San
Diego representative
• Held series of public meetings for South Carlsbad Boulevard Project
• Completed 14 Home Energy Score Assessments and had 78 program sign-ups
• Completed citywide gnatcatcher surveys
• Provided coordination and oversight for Unmanaged Preserve Site Inspection Program and
Village H Monitoring Program
• Served on the Technical Advisory Group for the Connecting Wildlands and Communities
Project and SANDAG Regional Habitat Conservation Taskforce
• Provided coordination for Ward’s weed eradication program
• Implemented an inspection program to identify potential threats to native species and
habitats
GOALS
• Continue implementation and monitoring of adopted CAP and complete a comprehensive
CAP update
• Continue implementation of the Carlsbad Green Business Program and increase number of
certifications
• Meet annual goal for acres added to the Habitat Management Plan area
• Coordinate with local and regional stakeholders to monitor, manage and conduct outreach
for shot hole borer and Ward’s weed, the highest priority threats to the preserve system
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
New Carlsbad Green Business Program certifications 5 9 8
Greenhouse gas emissions 930,000
MTCO2e
930,000
MTCO2e
930,000
MTCO2e
Acreage goal added to Habitat Management Plan area 96% 96% 96%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS
MANAGEMENT
Account: 0015120
520XXXX
Fund: General
Enterprise ABOUT
Consistent with the Carlsbad Municipal Code and General Plan, the Sustainable Materials
Management division coordinates implementation of a citywide waste reduction and recycling
program to maintain compliance with state regulations related to diversion and disposal of solid
waste. The Sustainable Materials Management Division staff oversee the franchise agreement for
waste hauling and recycling services, Palomar Transfer Station agreement for disposal services,
various waste reduction and diversion outreach and education contracts, and proper disposal of
household hazardous waste.
SERVICES
• Represent the city at meetings with CalRecycle, businesses, residents and other stakeholders
• Work with city staff to improve the city’s waste reduction, diversion and recycling program
• Prepare state and county grant applications with the City Council’s approval; appropriate
funds, implement grant activities, track expenses and submit reports
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 259,845$ 398,983$ 825,400$ 742,551$
Retirement Benefits 92,946 93,562 202,509 170,478
Health Insurance 36,237 52,543 193,662 165,175
Other Personnel Expenses 7,920 13,658 35,238 29,470
Personnel Services Subtotal 396,948 558,746 1,256,809 1,107,674
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 894,703 647,235 785,547 736,980
Supplies & Materials 29,339 29,359 39,213 35,163
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 136,392 217,572 322,694 497,769
Other Operating Expenses 15,723 22,892 12,833 9,833
Capital Outlay - 10,265 135,000 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,076,157 927,323 1,295,287 1,279,745
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,473,105$ 1,486,069$ 2,552,096$ 2,387,419$
General Fund - 76,121 313,085 261,946
Enterprise Fund 1,473,105 1,409,948 2,239,011 2,125,473
TOTAL FUNDING 1,473,105$ 1,486,069$ 2,552,096$ 2,387,419$
Full Time Positions 2.80 2.80 9.65 8.65
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
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• Coordinate outreach and education targeted at increasing recycling and other diversion
programs for residents, businesses, municipal employees and the public
• Coordinate annual Earth Month and Earth Day events promoting recycling, proper disposal
of household hazardous waste, composting and beach cleanup
• Conduct annual rate analysis to determine cost-effective practices
• Prepare and submit required annual recycling, composting and disposal reports to
CalRecycle as required
• Participate in regional activities with SANDAG Solid Waste Technical Advisory Committee
• Engage businesses and residents to decrease waste and increase recycling
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Implemented new organics recycling program
• Hosted fix-it clinic events in partnership with Library Services
• Created new municipal sustainability program
• Designed new edible food recovery program and visited all Tier 1 organizations in the city
• Began new municipal composting program
• Provided outreach and inspected all businesses in the city
• Participated in food recovery and organics recycling conferences to learn about best
practices for successful program implementation
• Used grant money to fund water stations installed throughout the city in support of the
single-use plastics ban
• Purchased and installed all compost bins throughout the city
• Expanded Earth Month education and event
• Presented at the Waste Expo on edible food recovery efforts
• Reviewed special event applications for compliance with recycling and trash best practices
GOALS
• Review, prioritize and implement improvements based on feedback from CalRecycle in the
mandatory commercial recycling and construction and demolition recycling programs
• Monitor newly negotiated waste diversion and recycling programs at Palomar Transfer
Station
• Increase waste diversion in the commercial sector by focusing outreach to targeted high
trash-generating businesses with low diversion rates
• Work with partners to increase outreach to construction companies to improve diversion of
construction and demolition material
• Continue tracking per capita disposal rate in pounds per person per day to verify accuracy
• Reduce number of businesses without recycling services to zero
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Pounds per person sent to landfill 7.8 lbs. 7.9 lbs. 7.5 lbs.
Organics diverted from the landfill 20,975
tons
24,120
tons
28,955
tons
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PUBLIC WORKS |
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: WATERSHED PROTECTION
Account: 5215110 Fund: Enterprise
ABOUT
This budget includes leadership and stewardship of the city’s resources, specifically protecting our
creeks, lagoons and ocean. The Environmental Sustainability Department’s Watershed Protection
Division coordinates the citywide watershed protection program and helps the city maintain
compliance with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Municipal Stormwater Permit
issued by the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board.
SERVICES
• Participate with neighboring cities in the Carlsbad Watershed as the Principal Co-permittee,
serving as a liaison with the Regional Board, ensuring submittal of annual reports and
participating in the San Diego County Co-permittees Regional Program Planning Committee
• Represent the city at meetings with the Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Board,
San Diego County Co-permittees, Carlsbad Watershed, environmental nonprofit groups and
other stakeholders
• Assess businesses to ensure proper best management practices and pollution prevention,
prevent discharges into the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System, or MS4, and protect
receiving waters, which may require follow-up visits, targeted education or enforcement
• Conduct illicit discharge detection and elimination into the MS4, as required by the Municipal
Stormwater Permit, including responding to and investigating potential illicit discharges in the
city, performing field screening at major outfalls, and managing a public hotline
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 547,421$ 541,090$ 523,007$ 598,317$
Retirement Benefits 181,536 167,151 125,878 135,414
Health Insurance 94,579 101,609 94,632 117,103
Other Personnel Expenses (44,639) (231,561) 21,574 22,821
Personnel Services Subtotal 778,897 578,289 765,091 873,655
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 391,192 427,944 511,014 511,014
Supplies & Materials 5,360 6,470 18,341 11,100
Repair & Maintenance 9 287 30 30
Interdepartmental Charges 358,670 405,876 422,093 555,905
Other Operating Expenses 5,361 10,993 9,520 7,920
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 760,592 851,570 960,998 1,085,969
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,539,489$ 1,429,859$ 1,726,089$ 1,959,624$
Full Time Positions 6.50 6.50 5.40 6.15
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
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• Compile the annual Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program report and prepare new
program documents at the beginning of each Municipal Stormwater Permit cycle
• Act as the lead division for planning and implementation of the statewide Trash
Amendments and incorporate them into the next Municipal Stormwater Permit
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Managed the contract for a watershed coordinator to assist the watershed agencies with
updating and implementing the Water Quality Improvement Plan and report to optimize the
watershed’s compliance with the Municipal Stormwater Permit
• Submitted the Carlsbad Watershed Management Area Water Quality Improvement Plan and
the Jurisdictional Runoff Management Program Annual Reports to the Regional Board
• Worked inter-departmentally to coordinate on National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System MS4 Trash Amendments implementation
• Participated in Creek to Bay Cleanup, Coastal Cleanup Day and other outreach and education
activities within the city and regionally
• Implemented new trash encampment clean-up app
• Completed Agua Hedionda Lagoon Special Study as required by the Regional Board
GOALS
• Implement a monitoring program to evaluate MS4 discharges, including receiving water
monitoring, MS4 outfall discharge monitoring, sediment quality monitoring and various
special studies
• Implement a public outreach program to promote behavior changes that reduce the
discharge of pollutants into the MS4 and protect water quality in our receiving waters
• Implement all required strategies and numeric goals of the Water Quality Improvement Plan
• Incorporate innovative methods to implement the city’s Jurisdictional Runoff Management
Program in conjunction with the Carlsbad Watershed Water Quality Improvement Plan and
submit required reports to the Regional Board
• Plan for implementation of the revised Municipal Stormwater Permit which will include new
requirements to control trash
• Conduct all annual inspections of existing development and water quality monitoring
required by the Municipal Stormwater Permit
• Respond to at least 90% of illicit discharge emergencies within 45 minutes
• Detect and eliminate 100% of illicit discharges
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Emergency response times under 45 minutes for illicit discharges 97% 90% 90%
Illicit discharges detected and eliminated 100% 100% 100%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
FLEET & FACILITIES: SUMMARY
FLEET & FACILITIES
• Facilities
• Fleet Maintenance & Replacement
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 2,496,346$ 2,595,221$ 2,954,275$ 3,296,372$
Retirement Benefits 800,794 750,997 644,987 682,059
Health Insurance 447,104 491,384 595,308 621,793
Other Personnel Expenses 24,440 (84,024) 127,194 132,211
Personnel Services Subtotal 3,768,684 3,753,578 4,321,764 4,732,435
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 980,637 1,035,773 887,571 887,371
Supplies & Materials 1,984,228 2,384,764 2,168,528 2,091,292
Repair & Maintenance 988,227 1,396,652 1,510,660 1,453,060
Interdepartmental Charges 545,549 800,736 790,453 1,455,622
Other Operating Expenses 354,678 611,319 645,900 629,674
Capital Outlay 1,737,056 3,642,867 5,296,745 1,068,564
Operating Expenses Subtotal 6,590,375 9,872,111 11,299,857 7,585,583
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 10,359,059$ 13,625,689$ 15,621,621$ 12,318,018$
General Fund 5,341,736$ 6,297,998$ 6,768,736$ 7,497,115$
Internal Service Fund 5,581,454$ 6,018,691$ 8,799,885$ 4,764,903$
Special Revenue Fund 48,244$ 49,674$ 53,000$ 56,000$
TOTAL FUNDING 10,971,434$ 12,366,363$ 15,621,621$ 12,318,018$
Full Time Positions 31.90 35.10 34.95 35.95
Hourly/FTE Positions 9.50 7.75 6.90 8.40
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PUBLIC WORKS |
FLEET & FACILITIES: FACILITIES
Account: 0015310 0015320
3155110
Fund: General
Special Revenue-Parking in Lieu
ABOUT
The Facilities Division provides safe and comfortable working spaces at city facilities and maintains
quality indoor public spaces. Additionally, this division oversees the design and construction work for
new city facilities and building renovation projects and operates the Safety Training Center.
SERVICES
• Maintain city-owned facilities including building exteriors, interiors, cleaning and custodial
services, as well as set-up of offices and meeting rooms
• Provide building construction, improvements, renovations, repairs and relocations
• Operate and lease the Safety Training Center for public safety personnel training
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,707,594$ 1,823,085$ 2,108,360$ 2,383,940$
Retirement Benefits 534,701 517,714 444,822 483,233
Health Insurance 294,081 325,513 406,963 438,791
Other Personnel Expenses 55,957 76,401 90,811 96,564
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,592,333 2,742,713 3,050,956 3,402,528
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 928,046 1,005,343 848,228 848,028
Supplies & Materials 486,622 658,866 629,735 585,319
Repair & Maintenance 647,211 964,153 1,100,566 1,067,966
Interdepartmental Charges 383,863 599,364 561,904 1,038,153
Other Operating Expenses 324,331 375,914 627,347 611,121
Capital Outlay 27,574 1,319 3,000 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 2,797,647 3,604,959 3,770,780 4,150,587
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 5,389,980$ 6,347,672$ 6,821,736$ 7,553,115$
General Fund 5,341,736$ 6,297,998$ 6,768,736$ 7,497,115$
Special Revenue Fund 48,244 49,674 53,000 56,000
Total Funding 5,389,980$ 6,347,672$ 6,821,736$ 7,553,115$
Full Time Positions 21.65 24.85 24.85 25.85
Hourly/FTE Positions 8.50 6.75 5.90 7.40
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed the Fire Station 6 dorm conversion project
• Replaced lighting fixtures to energy efficient LED fixtures at the Mira Costa Las Palmas
Facility, State Street parking lots, City of Carlsbad Faraday Center and the Carlsbad Recycled
Water Facility
• Completed 1,539 work orders as of April 2022, including reconfiguration of Faraday Center
to accommodate changing space needs
• Began construction of the Police and Fire Headquarters renovation project
• Obtained a conditional use permit for Temporary Fire Station 7
• Awarded revised citywide contracted custodial services contracts that leverage technology
to ensure contractor performance
• Provided facilities and support for 152 Fire Department training days and 104 Police
Department training days
• Supported 183 training days for 17 outside law enforcement agency leases
• Retrofitted 86 fluorescent can light fixtures to energy efficient LED fixtures and added 68
new LED light fixtures to both indoor shooting ranges, increasing lighting on the range for
safety
• Recycled 3,218 pounds of brass shell casings, 5,315 pounds of lead and copper from indoor
shooting range activities, and 4,967 pounds of scrap metal
GOALS
• Continue the city facility and parking lot light pole and fixture replacement project
• Perform a facilities conditions assessment throughout the city and continue development of
a Facility Asset Management System
• Obtain a conditional use permit for planned new Public Works headquarters
• Complete the Fire Station 2 replacement and Carlsbad City Library fire alarm system
replacement
• Begin construction on the Calavera Hills Community Park roof replacement project
• Complete plans and specifications for the Senior Center roof replacement project
• Increase the city’s investment in custodial and building maintenance to meet industry
standards for high quality facilities
• Initiate various refurbishment and repair projects at the Safety Training Center
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Custodial cost ($/square foot) $4.67 $4.12 $4.59
Building maintenance ($/square foot) $4.58 $4.51 $4.72
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PUBLIC WORKS |
FLEET & FACILITIES: FLEET MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT
Account: 6205460
6215461
Fund: Vehicle Maintenance Fund
Vehicle Replacement Fund
ABOUT
The city’s fleet consists of 456 vehicles and equipment necessary to complete the city’s mission of
delivering quality and efficient services. The fleet maintenance & replacement programs enable
departments to achieve their operational mission in a safe, efficient manner.
The fleet maintenance program funds labor, parts, services, fuel and oil necessary to maintain the
city’s fleet of vehicles and equipment. The fleet maintenance program is funded through charges to
departments based on vehicle type and utilization.
The fleet vehicle replacement program is funded through a replacement charge to departments for
each vehicle or equipment in service, determined by actual costs of vehicle procurement divided by
the expected life of the vehicle. This program funds asset replacement and vehicle outfitting. Cost-
effective vehicle procurement is achieved through cooperative purchasing agreements and bidding
processes. Revenue is collected from the sale of retired city fleet assets at auction.
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 788,752$ 772,136$ 845,915$ 912,432$
Retirement Benefits 266,093 233,283 200,165 198,826
Health Insurance 153,023 165,871 188,345 183,002
Other Personnel Expenses (31,517) (160,425) 36,383 35,647
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,176,351 1,010,865 1,270,808 1,329,907
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 52,591 30,430 39,343 39,343
Supplies & Materials 1,497,606 1,725,898 1,538,793 1,505,973
Repair & Maintenance 341,016 432,499 410,094 385,094
Interdepartmental Charges 161,686 201,372 228,549 417,469
Other Operating Expenses 30,347 235,405 18,553 18,553
Capital Outlay 1,709,482 3,641,548 5,293,745 1,068,564
Operating Expenses Subtotal 3,792,728 6,267,152 7,529,077 3,434,996
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,969,079$ 7,278,017$ 8,799,885$ 4,764,903$
Full Time Positions 10.25 10.25 10.10 10.10
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
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SERVICES
• Provide safe and appropriately maintained vehicles for use by city staff, inspect vehicles per
requirements of the biennial inspection of terminals and smog programs, and maintain 24/7
road call services for emergency vehicles
• Provide reliable, cost-effective fuel management by maintaining sufficient fuel supplies for
emergencies and monitoring fuel tanks in accordance with state and county regulations
• Maintain records related to fleet asset inventory and work order history through
management of the AssetWorks fleet maintenance database
• Evaluate the city fleet on an annual basis to identify units eligible for replacement and
calculate estimated acquisition costs
• Manage the Fleet Replacement Committee, made up of city staff from various departments,
to make recommendations for unit replacement, retention or disposal
• Advise on specifications for purchase of replacement units that satisfy department
performance requirements while optimizing return on investment in alignment with the CAP
• Purchase replacement units through the public bidding process or through cooperative
purchasing programs
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Achieved recognition from Government Fleet magazine and the American Public Works
Association as one of the Top 50 Leading Fleets in the nation
• Executed an agreement with SDG&E to leverage the Power Your Drive for Fleets Make-
Ready Infrastructure Program, which is anticipated to install up to 26 level 3 DC fast chargers
at the fleet maintenance facility over the next five years
• Activated 42 new vehicles and equipment, including five hybrid compact light duty trucks
GOALS
• Annually assess vehicles for conversion to alternative fuel options in support of the CAP goal
to increase the proportion of fleet low and zero-emissions vehicle miles traveled to 25% of
all city-related vehicle miles traveled by 2035
• Implement a pilot GPS/vehicle telematics system in the city’s fleet of police vehicles
• Assess and improve fleet database and data management systems and techniques
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Fleet vehicles ready for active service 98.5% 98.5% 99%
Vehicle miles traveled by low/zero emission vehicles 27% 34% 30%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
TRANSPORTATION: SUMMARY
TRANSPORTATION
• Storm Drain Maintenance & Engineering
• Traffic, Mobility, Transportation Engineering & Streets Maintenance
• Lighting & Landscaping Districts
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 3,507,800$ 3,606,940$ 4,066,074$ 4,337,789$
Retirement Benefits 1,283,466 1,136,512 1,037,649 993,367
Health Insurance 582,340 594,508 671,050 665,807
Other Personnel Expenses 111,136 141,036 170,886 162,686
Personnel Services Subtotal 5,484,742 5,478,996 5,945,659 6,159,649
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,052,886 1,257,360 1,970,070 1,417,716
Supplies & Materials 315,273 376,946 488,520 438,816
Repair & Maintenance 1,545,047 1,225,291 1,573,574 1,463,290
Interdepartmental Charges 1,656,409 1,982,950 2,426,231 2,983,971
Other Operating Expenses 597,981 749,114 738,515 717,132
Capital Outlay 37,838 143,200 - 80,000
Operating Expenses Subtotal 5,205,434 5,734,861 7,196,910 7,100,925
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 10,690,176$ 11,213,857$ 13,142,569$ 13,260,574$
General Fund 7,553,800 8,048,352 9,707,559 9,732,215
Enterprise Fund 1,990,755 1,904,811 1,836,302 1,865,537
Special Revenue Fund 1,145,621 1,260,694 1,598,708 1,662,822
TOTAL FUNDING 10,690,176$ 11,213,857$ 13,142,569$ 13,260,574$
Full Time Positions 43.90 43.70 43.60 43.80
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.50 1.94 1.50 1.50
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PUBLIC WORKS |
TRANSPORTATION: STORM DRAIN MAINTENANCE & ENGINEERING
Account: 0016310 5216310 Fund: General Enterprise-Storm Drain Maintenance
ABOUT
The Transportation Storm Drain Maintenance & Engineering divisions are responsible for maintaining
and improving the city’s storm drain infrastructure.
SERVICES
• Address various drainage infrastructure and stormwater maintenance issues citywide
• Develop plans, specifications and estimates, and provide project or design management of
projects involving storm drain assets
• Optimize maintenance efforts by monitoring and addressing new and ongoing drainage issues
• Perform inspection and maintenance of the storm drain system
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Inspected 100% of high-priority storm drain inlets, removing an estimated 16.5 tons of
sediment and debris
• Completed the Agua Hedionda Creek vegetation removal between the bridges of Cannon
Road and El Camino Real
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $678,142 $579,104 $632,248 $710,238
Retirement Benefits 242,324 177,552 150,992 159,108
Health Insurance 143,182 98,148 105,010 117,861
Other Personnel Expenses 21,449 23,206 26,398 26,998
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,085,097 878,010 914,648 1,014,205
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 313,103 335,548 460,165 192,507
Supplies & Materials 24,207 26,876 50,321 24,600
Repair & Maintenance 556,986 596,171 495,293 600,900
Interdepartmental Charges 243,104 371,657 322,228 446,694
Other Operating Expenses 114,006 97,729 91,424 85,200
Capital Outlay 5,688 0 0 0
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,257,094 1,427,981 1,419,431 1,349,901
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $2,342,191 $2,305,991 $2,334,079 $2,364,106
General Fund 351,436 401,180 497,777 498,569
Enterprise Fund 1,990,755 1,904,811 1,836,302 1,865,537
TOTAL FUNDING 2,342,191$ 2,305,991$ 2,334,079$ 2,364,106$
Full Time Positions 8.60 7.10 7.00 7.35
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.50 0.98 0.50 0.50
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• Completed approximately 1,800 lane miles of street sweeping bimonthly on all residential,
prime and major streets, removing 1,153.5 tons of debris that otherwise would end up in the
city’s storm drain system
• Inspected 34,000 linear feet of storm drain pipeline
• Completed 1,534 maintenance work orders and 39 emergency responses
• Completed construction of the Phase I - Magnolia Avenue Storm Drain Improvements
• Solicited bids and appropriated funding for Trieste Slope Repair project
• Completed geotechnical investigations for the Drainage Master Plan El Camino Real Channel
Restoration Project
• Completed vegetation maintenance of the Lake Calavera Dam
GOALS
• Complete update of the city’s Drainage Master Plan
• Clean 100% of the Agua Hedionda Lagoon channels
• Complete Trieste Slope Repair project
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Linear feet of streets swept to mitigate debris 1,800
(100%)
1,800
(100%)
1,800
(100%)
Tons of debris removed from city streets from street
sweeping
1069.9
tons
1,153.5
tons
1,200.6
tons
% of Agua Hedionda Lagoon channels cleaned 100% 100% 100%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
TRANSPORTATION: TRAFFIC, MOBILITY, TRANSPORTATION
ENGINEERING & STREETS MAINTENANCE
Account: 0018410 00186XX
00187XX
Fund: General
ABOUT
Traffic, Mobility, Transportation Engineering and Streets Maintenance divisions maintain and improve
the road infrastructure and keep people moving. They are responsible for enhancing mobility and
safety citywide through ongoing transportation planning, streets and traffic engineering, streets
maintenance, and signal operations activities.
SERVICES
• Conduct traffic and mobility planning, oversee engineering and signals operations, and serve
as liaison with the Traffic and Mobility Commission
• Perform roadside maintenance including street signs, street legends, striping, graffiti and
trash removal, pothole and sidewalk repairs
• Develop plans, specifications and estimates, and provide project and design management of
projects involving street assets
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $2,691,623 $2,878,496 $3,275,276 $3,462,840
Retirement Benefits 990,832 914,632 846,719 795,441
Health Insurance 421,434 479,115 548,203 530,582
Other Personnel Expenses 84,948 111,847 137,663 129,190
Personnel Services Subtotal 4,188,837 4,384,090 4,807,861 4,918,053
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 643,718 828,656 1,296,784 1,011,158
Supplies & Materials 263,515 328,483 362,080 338,097
Repair & Maintenance 821,915 467,117 805,309 589,418
Interdepartmental Charges 1,078,681 1,295,617 1,691,441 2,065,772
Other Operating Expenses 178,242 200,009 246,307 231,148
Capital Outlay 27,456 143,200 0 80,000
Operating Expenses Subtotal 3,013,527 3,263,082 4,401,921 4,315,593
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $7,202,364 $7,647,172 $9,209,782 $9,233,646
Full Time Positions 33.15 34.65 34.65 34.50
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 0.97 1.00 1.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• As part of the Declaration of Emergency, implemented leading pedestrian intervals and
countdown pedestrian signal heads at 32 locations, procured and deployed 12 safety
message boards, installed green bike lane enhancements in 55 high-conflict zones, procured
and deployed 17 speed feedback signs for speeding data collection, refreshed all bicycle and
double lane striping in all 24 school zones within the city, and accelerated existing projects
related to roadway safety
• Procured and installed 3 permanent bicycle counters to study the city’s bicycle activity
• Replaced approximately 30,000 square feet of sidewalk and asphalt from work orders
• Completed the Growth Management Plan Monitoring Report and updated the
Transportation Impact Analysis guidelines and multimodal level of service methodology
• Completed the El Camino Real and College Boulevard Intersection Improvements project,
including the installation of a 120-foot steel pedestrian bridge
• Installed and energized 14 streetlights for the Barrio Lighting Phase 1 project
• Completed 470,811 linear feet of striping
• Completed Safe Routes to School Program at Hope Elementary School
GOALS
• Finalize the revision of the Carlsbad Residential Traffic Management Program
• Continue implementation and development of the Coordinated Traffic Signal Program
• Complete Safe Routes to School Programs at Sage Creek High School, Jefferson Elementary
School, Aviara Oaks Elementary and Aviara Oaks Middle Schools
• Complete East-West Corridor Emergency Resurfacing and Restriping Project
• Complete Carlsbad Boulevard Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Complete 2021 Sidewalk Construction project
• Complete Parking Lot ADA Compliance Project
• Complete Avenida Encinas Rail trail and Pedestrian Improvements project
• Initiate utility undergrounding for Valley and Magnolia project
• Initiate utility undergrounding for Terramar Area Coastal Improvements
• Complete Phase 2 of the citywide streetlight LED fixture replacement program along
collector and industrial streets
1 Metric includes submitted requests from previous fiscal year which were completed in the current fiscal year
2 Residential calming neighborhood meetings resumed in fiscal year 2023; no meetings were held in previous
fiscal year due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Address submitted residential traffic-related requests
(# submitted/# completed)1
81%
(174/141)
97%
(138/143) 90%
Residential traffic calming neighborhood meetings completed based on request N/A2 100% (11/11) 100%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
TRANSPORTATION: BUENA VISTA CHANNEL, LIGHTING &
LANDSCAPING DISTRICTS
Account: 162
163 164
Fund: Special Revenue- Street Light Maintenance
Special Revenue-Buena Vista Channel Special Revenue-LLD 2
ABOUT
The Transportation Engineering Division provides oversight of the Buena Vista Creek Channel
Maintenance Assessment District, which is the maintenance assessment district that funds the costs
of streetlights, street trees and medians within the district boundaries covering newer developments
in the city. The Transportation Department also provides maintenance of decorative lighting and
oversight of Lighting & Landscaping District 2.
SERVICES
• Ensure adequate funds are collected to administer and maintain the Buena Vista Creek
Channel from Jefferson Street east to the South Vista Way bridge
• Maintain and repair streetlamps and decorative lighting
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages $138,035 $149,340 $158,550 $164,711
Retirement Benefits 50,310 44,328 39,938 38,818
Health Insurance 17,724 17,245 17,837 17,364
Other Personnel Expenses 4,739 5,983 6,825 6,498
Personnel Services Subtotal 210,808 216,896 223,150 227,391
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 96,065 93,156 213,121 214,051
Supplies & Materials 27,551 21,587 76,119 76,119
Repair & Maintenance 166,146 162,003 272,972 272,972
Interdepartmental Charges 334,624 315,676 412,562 471,505
Other Operating Expenses 305,733 451,376 400,784 400,784
Capital Outlay 4,694 0 0 0
Operating Expenses Subtotal 934,813 1,043,798 1,375,558 1,435,431
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $1,145,621 $1,260,694 $1,598,708 $1,662,822
Full Time Positions 2.15 1.95 1.95 1.95
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed 327 streetlight and electrical service requests
• Completed installation of 71 LED fixtures on streetlights
• Completed authorization to bid Phase 2 of the citywide light replacement program
• Completed annual vegetation clearing and trash removal from the Buena Vista Creek
Channel Maintenance District and submitted to California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• Cleared vegetation from three drainage outfalls entering the Buena Vista channel from the
City of Oceanside
• Developed a Program Environmental Impact Report for the Buena Vista Creek Concrete
Channel Maintenance Project
GOALS
• Identify and optimize continuing needs for environmental permitting and monitoring
• Monitor and continue program to clear vegetation entering the Buena Vista channel from
the City of Oceanside
• Clear 100% of the Buena Vista Creek Channel Maintenance District
• Track and monitor areas for plant and trash removal for flood capacity purposes
• Track and monitor service times to ensure timely service for service requests
• Complete Phase 2 of Citywide Streetlight Replacement Program
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Citywide Streetlight Replacement Program
Phase 2
planning
complete
Audit and
bid of
Phase 2
complete
Phase 2
program
completed
% of Buena Vista Channel cleaned and reported for
permitting 100% 100% 100%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
UTILITIES: SUMMARY
UTILITIES
• Potable Water Operations
• Recycled Water Operations
• Wastewater Operations
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 5,025,225$ 5,538,360$ 6,423,971$ 6,883,606$
Retirement Benefits 1,786,928 1,651,672 1,517,057 1,494,179
Health Insurance 910,027 944,651 982,043 1,210,607
Other Personnel Expenses 753,440 (1,281,540) 303,472 327,775
Personnel Services Subtotal 8,475,620 6,853,143 9,226,543 9,916,167
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 13,077,777 12,700,325 16,567,837 18,382,403
Supplies & Materials 28,380,456 28,976,575 31,665,871 34,826,472
Repair & Maintenance 437,870 437,116 579,693 433,521
Interdepartmental Charges 4,808,776 5,153,827 5,618,106 6,862,721
Other Operating Expenses 12,648,726 11,151,597 14,227,621 19,248,629
Capital Outlay 512,467 77,638 36,250 7,150
Operating Expenses Subtotal 59,866,072 58,497,078 68,695,378 79,760,896
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 68,341,692$ 65,350,221$ 77,921,921$ 89,677,063$
Full Time Positions 61.95 63.95 64.50 63.50
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50
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PUBLIC WORKS |
UTILITIES: POTABLE WATER OPERATIONS
Account: 5016310 Fund: Enterprise
ABOUT
To ensure safe, high-quality drinking water is available to Carlsbad Municipal Water District
customers on-demand, the CMWD provides ongoing operation and maintenance of the following:
nine storage reservoirs or tanks, 457 miles of pipeline, 17 pressure zones, 71 pressure regulating
stations, three pumping stations, 14,327 valves, 4,481 fire hydrants and 30,446 potable meters.
CMWD purchases potable water from its wholesale water provider, San Diego County Water
Authority, which includes desalinated water from the Carlsbad Desalination Plant.
SERVICES
• Operate and maintain reservoirs, pressure regulating stations, pump stations, transmission
and distribution pipelines, valves, meters and other appurtenances
• Deliver reliable, safe drinking water and fire flow demand
• Comply with all water-related health, safety and environmental regulations including state
and federal drinking water standards for water quality sampling and reporting
• Implement effective water conservation and rebate programs, including public education,
leak detection studies, leak repair and compliance with conservation laws
• Work with other water agencies and the San Diego County Water Authority on regional
water-related projects and budgets
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 2,456,258$ 2,775,502$ 3,020,543$ 3,297,868$
Retirement Benefits 853,829 777,841 707,921 722,595
Health Insurance 532,524 539,133 456,572 603,202
Other Personnel Expenses 932,144 (934,811) 142,351 159,114
Personnel Services Subtotal 4,774,755 3,157,665 4,327,387 4,782,779
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 7,339,768 7,250,138 8,568,654 9,205,538
Supplies & Materials 25,652,887 26,320,138 28,010,084 31,440,899
Repair & Maintenance 299,762 384,355 361,250 290,050
Interdepartmental Charges 2,722,945 2,964,704 3,161,356 3,765,584
Other Operating Expenses 6,479,626 4,222,292 5,267,601 5,271,353
Capital Outlay 415,639 16,957 19,500 3,600
Operating Expenses Subtotal 42,910,627 41,158,584 45,388,445 49,977,024
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 47,685,382$ 44,316,249$ 49,715,832$ 54,759,803$
Full Time Positions 29.50 30.55 30.95 31.05
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.45 0.20 0.00 0.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Developed and established a Utilities Reserve policy for fund stability
• Established new hydraulic modeling fees
• Performed regulation-required Lead and Copper sampling
• Completed construction on the Carrillo Way water main rehabilitation
• Built and calibrated the water distribution system hydraulic model now used to assess
system capacity needs
• Completed inspection and cleaning of 10 potable reservoirs
GOALS
• Minimize costs while continuing to provide high levels of service at acceptable risk
• Optimize asset management by increasing the use of technology to improve and manage the
infrastructure system more efficiently and effectively
• Work with the State Department of Water Resources and the State Water Resources Control
Board on implementation of regulations for Water Use Efficiency Standards
• Create an inventory of lead service lines to comply with the new EPA Lead and Copper
regulations
• Complete US Environmental Protection Agency-required sampling under the fifth Unregulated
Contaminant Monitoring Rule that requires monitoring polyfluoroalkyl substances
• Update the Potable Water Master Plan
• Stay within the industry benchmark for water main breaks of 3.4 to 19.4 breaks per 100
miles of pipeline, per the American Water Works Association
• Initiate construction of the Palomar Airport waterline replacement project, water main
replacements in the downtown and coastal areas, construction of one new pressure
regulating station and replacement of two existing pressure regulating stations
• Update the cost of services study and present updated rates to the Carlsbad Municipal
Water District Board of Directors for approval
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THIS YEAR’S BUDGET
• Permanent reduction of 1.0 FTE by not filling vacant positions and reorganizing duties
• Reduction of 2 vehicles from the Utilities Department fleet
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Pipeline breaks per 100 miles of pipe 0 <3.4 <3.4
Meeting State Water Resources Control Board water use
efficiency standards Yes Yes Yes
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PUBLIC WORKS |
UTILITIES: RECYCLED WATER OPERATIONS
Account: 5026310 Fund: Enterprise
ABOUT
The Carlsbad Municipal Water District owns the Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility located next to the
Encina Wastewater Authority treatment plant. CMWD takes treated wastewater from that plant and
further treats it to the State of California Title 22 recycled water quality standards and then delivers
this water to customers for irrigation and certain industrial uses. This effort reduces the amount of
wastewater that would normally be released by the wastewater treatment plant into the ocean
outfall, reduces dependence on imported drinking water, and provides customers with a reliable local
supply of water for non-potable purposes. Recycled water is not subject to state water conservation
requirements.
Delivery of this water includes the operation and maintenance of the recycled water system’s three
storage tanks, four pump stations, three pressure-reducing stations, six pressure zones, 97 miles of
pipelines, 1,050 valves and 1,011 meters. CMWD’s Cross-Connection Control and Backflow program
ensures a safe supply of drinking water by preventing cross-contamination from the recycled system
into the potable system in accordance with federal and state regulations. CMWD also purchases and
delivers recycled water from the Vallecitos Water District’s Meadowlark Water Reclamation Facility.
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,033,183$ 1,040,554$ 1,354,365$ 1,310,203$
Retirement Benefits 375,927 350,713 310,948 266,704
Health Insurance 141,496 143,591 189,818 176,778
Other Personnel Expenses 4,712 41,288 63,152 57,615
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,555,318 1,576,146 1,918,283 1,811,300
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,339,480 1,425,672 2,008,860 2,373,450
Supplies & Materials 2,397,182 2,361,161 3,034,650 3,023,586
Repair & Maintenance 61,170 19,524 66,743 22,743
Interdepartmental Charges 690,574 818,951 936,905 1,168,003
Other Operating Expenses 1,491,538 1,922,717 3,234,080 3,448,290
Capital Outlay 67,841 - 7,000 1,750
Operating Expenses Subtotal 6,047,785 6,548,025 9,288,238 10,037,822
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 7,603,103$ 8,124,171$ 11,206,521$ 11,849,122$
Full Time Positions 13.00 13.30 12.75 10.85
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.05 0.10 0.50 0.50
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SERVICES
• Deliver recycled water for irrigation and some industrial uses through the recycled water
system
• Operate and maintain infrastructure, including the Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility,
reservoirs, pressure regulating stations, pump stations, pipelines, valves and meters
• Treat wastewater to meet State of California Title 22 recycled water requirements
• Perform inspections on systems and backflows to prevent cross connections and protect the
potable water system
• Convert irrigation sites from potable water to recycled water as service becomes available
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Awarded $3 million in recycled water grants
• Completed the design of Phase 3 Recycled Water Reservoir (D-4) Tank
• Performed annual backflow tests at 285 sites and inspections at 625 recycled use sites
• Developed a Utilities Reserve policy
GOALS
• Complete construction of a 1.5-million-gallon recycled water storage tank
• Complete Segment 5 conversions from potable to recycled water and connect customers to
the expanded system
• Stay within the industry benchmark for water main breaks of 3.4 to 19.4 breaks per 100
miles of pipeline, per the American Water Works Association
• Maintain recycled water cost at or below 75% of potable water irrigation cost
• Perform tank inspections and cleaning for three recycled reservoirs
• Update the cost of services study and present updated rates to the CMWD Board
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Pipeline breaks per 100 miles of pipe 0 <3.4 <3.4
Cost of recycled water as a percent of potable water cost 71% 73% 75%
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PUBLIC WORKS |
UTILITIES: WASTEWATER OPERATIONS
Account: 5116310 Fund: Enterprise
ABOUT
The Utilities Department is responsible for providing wastewater services to approximately 85,000
customers within the city’s service area. The Utilities wastewater mission is to prevent sewer spills
and convey waste efficiently to the Encina Wastewater Authority’s treatment plant by properly
managing, operating and maintaining all parts of the city’s sewer system. A portion of Carlsbad’s
treated wastewater is diverted from the ocean outfall and sent to the Carlsbad Water Recycling
Facility for further treatment. The Wastewater Division maintains a sanitary sewage collection system
that includes 11 wastewater lift stations and wet wells and about 273 miles of gravity mainlines, six
miles of pressurized mains, and 6,168 access holes. The department implements a robust wastewater
asset management program to minimize the total cost of owning and operating utility assets while
continuing to deliver high levels of service at acceptable levels of risk.
SERVICES
• Operate and maintain infrastructure such as lift stations, wet wells, gravity sewer mains,
force mains, maintenance access holes and other elements
• Collect wastewater and convey it to the Encina Wastewater Authority treatment plant
• Conduct closed-circuit camera review of pipelines to determine pipeline integrity
• Participate in the activities and budgets of the Encina Wastewater Authority as part of the
Encina Joint Powers Authority
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,535,784$ 1,722,304$ 2,049,063$ 2,275,535$
Retirement Benefits 557,172 523,118 498,188 504,880
Health Insurance 236,007 261,927 335,653 430,627
Other Personnel Expenses (183,416) (388,017) 97,969 111,046
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,145,547 2,119,332 2,980,873 3,322,088
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 4,398,529 4,024,515 5,990,323 6,803,415
Supplies & Materials 330,387 295,276 621,137 361,987
Repair & Maintenance 76,938 33,237 151,700 120,728
Interdepartmental Charges 1,395,257 1,370,172 1,519,845 1,929,134
Other Operating Expenses 4,677,562 5,006,588 5,725,940 10,528,986
Capital Outlay 28,987 60,681 9,750 1,800
Operating Expenses Subtotal 10,907,660 10,790,469 14,018,695 19,746,050
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 13,053,207$ 12,909,801$ 16,999,568$ 23,068,138$
Full Time Positions 19.45 20.10 20.80 21.60
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.20 0.00 0.00
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• Prevent wastewater spills to protect the environment
• Administer the city’s Fats, Oils and Grease program to prevent pipeline clogs and subsequent
wastewater spills
• Conduct public outreach regarding what can go into drains to prevent spills and other issues
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed closed-circuit camera inspections of large-diameter interceptor sewers that
convey wastewater from collector pipelines to the Encina Wastewater Authority treatment
facility to assess their integrity
• Started construction of the Villas Lift Station Replacement project
• Completed analysis of the North Batiquitos Lift Station force main
• Achieved over 80% compliance at Carlsbad’s food service establishments for the 2022 Fats,
Oils and Grease program inspections
• Updated the Sewer Spill Response Plan
• Awarded a contract to insert a liner to repair approximately five miles of clay gravity sewer
mains throughout the city
• Completed the design of repairs and upgrades for sewer lift stations throughout the city
• Completed the design for rehabilitation efforts of sewer mains and maintenance access hole
improvements along Carlsbad Boulevard and Cannon Road
• Completed the design for increasing the size of the sewer pipeline on Kelly Drive
• Developed a Utilities Reserve policy
GOALS
• Initiate an update to the Sewer Master Plan
• Meet or exceed the American Water Works Association benchmark rate for combined
utilities for wastewater system reliability of 0.2 to 7.0 overflows per 100 miles of pipeline
• Complete the generator replacement project at Poinsettia and Chinquapin lift stations for
system reliability where the existing generators have met the end of their useful life
• Initiate the design of upgrades at Poinsettia and Chinquapin lift stations
• Clean sewer pipe in line with the department’s preventive maintenance schedule
• Update the cost of services study and present updated rates to the City Council
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Rate of spills per 100 miles of pipe 0 0.358 <0.358
Department goal for amount of sewer pipe cleaned per year 100% 100% 100%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
The Community Services Branch includes programs, services and events that support Carlsbad's
excellent quality of life. The branch includes the following key areas of focus:
• Community Service Administration
o Real Estate
• Community Development
• Housing & Homeless Services
• Library & Cultural Arts
• Parks & Recreation
These city service areas ensure the city’s
planning and building policies are carried
out, foster lifelong learning, support strong
neighborhoods, administer affordable
housing and homeless response programs,
attend to the community’s health and
wellness, and promote transparency in
government.
Gary Barberio
Deputy City Manager, Community Services
442-339-2822
gary.barberio@carlsbadca.gov
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0012410 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Community Services Branch provides programs and services that promote and support Carlsbad’s
excellent quality of life. Community Services Administration provides leadership to the Community
Services Branch.
SERVICES
Functional areas include department management, budget oversight and real estate services. The
Community Services Branch ensures that the city’s planning, land development engineering, building
and code enforcement policies are carried out, that affordable housing and homelessness programs
are administered, that lifelong learning is fostered, that library and cultural arts services are delivered,
that the city’s health and wellness are advanced through parks, recreation and senior services, and
that the city’s real estate assets are well managed.
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Updated the city’s building codes to comply with new state building code
• Implemented self-certification inspection program allowing qualified individuals to self-
certify installation of minor improvements
• Implemented an online case tracking system simplifying the tracking of processing timelines
in response to an internal audit recommendation
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 446,413$ 416,086$ 421,382$ 382,197$
Retirement Benefits 93,183 122,145 104,509 88,542
Health Insurance 58,369 57,361 60,862 37,759
Other Personnel Expenses 10,862 13,731 15,275 11,530
Personnel Services Subtotal 608,827 609,323 602,028 520,028
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 13,319 14,057 19,400 9,000
Supplies & Materials 14 678 4,850 2,200
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 30,900 38,496 43,639 52,433
Other Operating Expenses 941 1,025 6,000 1,750
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 45,174 54,256 73,889 65,383
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 654,001$ 663,579$ 675,917$ 585,411$
Full Time Positions 3.00 3.00 3.00 2.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Developed a State Mobile Home Park Inspection Program to meet state requirements
• Revised the Vehicle Miles Travelled Guidelines to include updated options for mitigation
• Amended the Grading Ordinance to clarify exemption allowances for smaller projects
• Completed permit-ready accessory dwelling unit plans and updated the municipal code
consistent with state law
• Worked with the Growth Management Citizens Committee to develop recommendations to
update the Growth Management Plan and presented recommendations to the City Council
• Received new state grant fund totaling $1,162,504 which will be used to support activities
outlined in the Homelessness Action Plan
• Updated the Homelessness Action Plan which was approved by the City Council
• Completed an upgrade of the audio-visual technology in the Exploration HUB
• Completed the design phase of the technological upgrade of the Schulman Auditorium,
Cannon Art Gallery and the Ann Kulchin Courtyard
• Completed Veterans Memorial Park master plan
• Completed new Civic Center site selection process
GOALS
• Complete the E-plan Review (Bluebeam) Pilot Program, which will allow staff to make
corrections and comments directly onto electronically submitted development
• Implement an automated solar permitting platform consistent with SB 379 allowing
applicants to apply and receive a building permit for solar systems up to 38.4 kW in real time
• Develop a program to address the removal, storage, and return of unpermitted signs in the
public right of way
• Expand the Customer Self Service portal to allow for additional permit types
• Obtain City Council approval of Objective Design Standards (Citywide & Village/Barrio) by
summer 2023
• Implement a public facing data dashboard to provide access to homelessness programs and
statistics
• Work with local partners to offer a small business community workshop series
• Increase the number of historical documents accessible to the community by 10%
• Re-establish a reading tutoring program for elementary school students
• Initiate public outreach for Veteran’s Memorial Park and Chestnut Underpass public art
• Award construction contract for Veterans Memorial Park
• Complete comprehensive update of the city’s Real Estate Strategic Plan
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: SUMMARY
Summary level figures presented above for 2020-21 actuals include divisions now organized under the department Housing &
Homeless Services, formed in 2021-22.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
• Administration
• Land Development Engineering
• Planning
• Building
• Code Enforcement
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 5,777,438$ 5,010,684$ 5,603,577$ 5,644,085$
Retirement Benefits 1,991,612 1,500,121 1,262,610 1,250,462
Health Insurance 806,470 716,552 873,634 925,126
Other Personnel Expenses 172,001 195,485 228,825 213,684
Personnel Services Subtotal 8,747,521 7,422,842 7,968,646 8,033,357
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,927,057 1,637,536 955,683 1,305,683
Supplies & Materials 278,436 96,500 97,114 97,314
Repair & Maintenance 65 777 370 370
Interdepartmental Charges 1,280,325 1,094,448 1,337,437 1,550,984
Other Operating Expenses 9,635,563 38,518 25,450 25,250
Capital Outlay 4,213,749 - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 17,335,195 2,867,779 2,416,054 2,979,601
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 26,082,716$ 10,290,621$ 10,384,700$ 11,012,958$
General Fund 10,715,350$ 10,276,086$ 10,384,700$ 11,012,958$
Special Revenue Fund 15,127,464$ 14,535$ -$ -$
TOTAL FUNDING 25,842,814$ 10,290,621$ 10,384,700$ 11,012,958$
Full Time Positions 61.75 53.00 52.00 52.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 12.00 9.00 9.00 7.00
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0013010 Fund: General
ABOUT
Community Development Administration provides leadership, financial assistance and administrative
support for the delivery of land development programs and services; plans for the efficient use of
resources and facilities; and provides liaison services, resource assistance and technical guidance to
the Planning Commission and City Council. Community Development Administration adds value to
organizational processes and procedures to ensure best practices are implemented and that they
support the broader goals of the organization.
SERVICES
• Provide organizational leadership and administrative support
• Manage and oversee operating budget
• Manage contract administration and records
• Support the department’s business systems and technology
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Expanded the Customer Self Service Portal allowing customers to view their status on
building plan checks and access plan check comments for all building permit applications
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 842,027$ 919,967$ 925,334$ 971,639$
Retirement Benefits 276,853 253,252 222,690 229,982
Health Insurance 112,639 131,212 140,799 149,355
Other Personnel Expenses 22,528 33,083 35,967 34,396
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,254,047 1,337,514 1,324,790 1,385,372
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 63,921 154,694 35,000 35,000
Supplies & Materials 44,160 31,004 44,387 44,387
Repair & Maintenance - - 20 20
Interdepartmental Charges 211,596 168,132 341,090 244,918
Other Operating Expenses 1,239 3,992 3,700 3,700
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 320,916 357,822 424,197 328,025
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,574,963$ 1,695,336$ 1,748,987$ 1,713,397$
Full Time Positions 6.45 7.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.50 2.50 1.00 0.50
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• Expanded the online appointment system to offer customers a self-help tool to book new
submittal appointments online for building, planning and land development engineering
• Posted new bulletins to help the public understand complex and evolving land use issues
• Leveraged EnerGov to send system emails to customers during the building plan check
process to keep them better informed
• Successfully executed a significant EnerGov systems upgrade
• Updated the Community Development website with new content and improved
organization/resources
GOALS
• Further expanded use of the Customer Self Service Portal to allow the submittal and review
of more complex permit types
• Complete the Bluebeam Pilot Program, which will allow staff to make corrections and
comments directly onto electronically submitted development plans and studies
• Continue to identify and implement process improvements that help simplify and streamline
permit intake, routing, and customer service delivery and interactions
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: LAND DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
Account: 0013110 0013120 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Land Development Engineering Division ensures that all grading and public improvements required
for new development projects and work in the public right-of-way comply with adopted codes and
engineering standards.
SERVICES
• Review and process requests to subdivide land
• Perform plan checking and permitting for grading and public improvements projects
• Provide flood plain administration and residential assistance
• Conduct transportation impact review and analysis for development projects
• Maintain the engineering section of the public counter
• Provide customer service and effective public information
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Revised the Vehicle Miles Travelled Guidelines to include updated options for mitigation and
additional information to help applicants
• Amended the Grading Ordinance to clarify exemption allowances for smaller grading
projects
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,144,984$ 1,170,996$ 1,222,160$ 1,244,455$
Retirement Benefits 389,669 342,375 292,107 277,660
Health Insurance 184,518 200,704 217,650 223,862
Other Personnel Expenses 33,239 43,016 51,404 46,675
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,752,410 1,757,091 1,783,321 1,792,652
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 246,079 253,535 220,183 220,183
Supplies & Materials 3,812 3,081 4,400 4,400
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 147,116 227,256 228,275 308,214
Other Operating Expenses 3,199 3,064 4,700 4,700
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 400,206 486,936 457,558 537,497
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,152,616$ 2,244,027$ 2,240,879$ 2,330,149$
Full Time Positions 11.00 11.00 11.00 11.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.50 1.50
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• Created an interactive VMT map for public use
• Issued 1,102 engineering permits
• Performed 2,817 reviews for ministerial and discretionary permits
GOALS
• Ensure discretionary plan check review is completed within 21 days of submittal, at least
80% of the time
• Ensure building permit plan check review is completed within 14 days of submittal, at least
80% of the time
• Continue to expand implementation of the Customer Self Service Portal to allow processing
of additional permit types, such as right-of-way permits
• Update Grading Ordinance to clarify inconsistencies and memorialize current practices
• Continue to refine procedures and adopt new technology to enhance the customer
experience
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual FY 2023
Estimated FY 2024
Projected
Discretionary permit plan check reviews completed within 21
days of submittal 68% 84% 88%
Building permit plan check reviews completed within 14 days of
submittal 84% 81% 80%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: PLANNING
Account: 00132XX Fund: General
ABOUT
The Planning Division is responsible for developing, updating and maintaining the city’s land use
regulations (i.e., General Plan, Local Coastal Program and Zoning Ordinance) pursuant to City Council
direction and state mandates as well as ensuring new growth and development complies with those
established regulations.
SERVICES
• Maintain and modify plans, ordinances and policies for the long-range development and
sustainability of the city
• Ensure new development adheres to all applicable land use codes, policies and regulations
• Complete environmental review of all private and public projects for compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act and the city’s Environmental Protection Procedures
• Respond to questions and inquiries related to permit processing and development
standards
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,835,246$ 1,779,631$ 2,041,387$ 2,022,884$
Retirement Benefits 650,335 560,360 493,486 452,321
Health Insurance 219,870 205,721 268,185 289,155
Other Personnel Expenses 54,340 70,115 86,973 75,456
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,759,791 2,615,827 2,890,031 2,839,816
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 552,889 508,709 201,000 551,000
Supplies & Materials 36,511 38,821 32,650 32,650
Repair & Maintenance 5 287 - -
Interdepartmental Charges 260,976 313,044 360,431 424,868
Other Operating Expenses 21,284 22,460 11,400 11,400
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 871,665 883,321 605,481 1,019,918
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 3,631,456$ 3,499,148$ 3,495,512$ 3,859,734$
General Fund 3,614,495$ 3,484,613$ 3,495,512$ 3,859,734$
Special Revenue 16,961 14,535 - -
TOTAL FUNDING 3,631,456$ 3,499,148$ 3,495,512$ 3,859,734$
Full Time Positions 20.00 20.00 20.00 19.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.50 2.00
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• Provide technical support to the Planning Commission and the City Council
• Continuously enhance permit review process for efficiencies and implement streamlined
permitting processes
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Conducted public engagement activities and gathered input on Housing Element Update Site
Selection, from which the City Council endorsed two maps for further environmental
review
• Issued a Conditional Use Permit for the Orion Center project
• Completed permit-ready accessory dwelling unit plans and updated the Municipal Code for
consistency with state law
• Coordinated with California Coastal Commission staff in their review of the city’s application
for a Comprehensive Local Coastal Program Amendment
• Worked with the City Council-appointed Growth Management Citizens Committee to
develop recommendations to update the current Growth Management Plan and presented
report of these recommendations to the City Council
GOALS
• Ensure discretionary plan check review is completed within 30 days of submittal, at least
90% of the time
• Ensure building permit plan check review is completed within 14 days of submittal, at least
80% of the time
• Complete environmental review and present Housing Element maps for City Council
consideration by spring 2024
• Present Objective Design Standards inside and outside Village & Barrio Master Plan for City
Council consideration by summer 2024
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual FY 2023
Estimated FY 2024
Projected
Discretionary permit plan check reviews completed within 30
days of submittal 86.3% 80% 90%
Building permit plan check reviews completed within 14 days of
submittal 69.6% 54.7% 80%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: BUILDING
Account: 0013610 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Building Division staff are the main point of contact for individuals wanting to build or modify a
structure on their property. Building staff provide guidance and review projects for conformance with
state and local building standards. Once a permit has been issued to authorize construction, a building
inspector is assigned to help the property owner ensure that the contractor’s work is consistent with
approved plans.
SERVICES
• Conduct fee assessment, plan review, permit issuance and inspection for compliance with
state and local codes including recycling, stormwater, energy generation and conservation
• Respond to questions and inquiries related to permit processing and construction standards
• Provide information related to ongoing construction projects and historical building records
• Maintain records during construction and prepare files for electronic conversion following
final approval
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 760,441$ 740,058$ 925,249$ 833,044$
Retirement Benefits 267,350 229,988 203,191 180,528
Health Insurance 150,355 127,233 164,413 153,419
Other Personnel Expenses 23,498 30,194 40,944 33,258
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,201,644 1,127,473 1,333,797 1,200,249
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 386,470 664,436 449,000 449,000
Supplies & Materials 3,233 3,971 4,127 4,127
Repair & Maintenance 23 457 250 250
Interdepartmental Charges 214,733 260,016 270,324 361,643
Other Operating Expenses 1,036 5,224 2,700 2,700
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 605,495 934,104 726,401 817,720
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,807,139$ 2,061,577$ 2,060,198$ 2,017,969$
Full Time Positions 10.00 10.00 10.00 9.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.50 1.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Issued over 4,756 building permits valued at over $149 million in 2022
• Conducted over 15,000 building inspections in 2022
• Updated the city’s building code and standards to comply with new state building code that
became active January 2023
• Implemented self-certification inspection program that allows qualified individuals to self-
certify installation of minor improvements
GOALS
• Ensure building plan check review is completed within 14 days of submittal, at least 80% of
the time
• Ensure building permit inspections occur within 24 hours of request, at least 80% of the time
• Implement an automated solar permitting platform consistent with Senate Bill 379 to allow
applicants to apply for and receive an approved residential building permit for solar systems
up to 38.4 kW in real time
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual FY 2023
Estimated FY 2024
Projected
Building permit plan check reviews completed within 14 days of
submittal 66% 70% 80%
Building inspections completed within 24 hours of request 100% 100% 100%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: CODE ENFORCEMENT
Account: 0013620 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Code Enforcement Division, working with residents and its partner enforcement agencies, is
tasked with enforcing the city’s laws that govern land use and quality of life issues, including public
nuisances, safety and welfare. The purpose of these laws and their enforcement is to help maintain
safe and healthy living and working conditions for the members of the community. The division’s
approach is not to be punitive, but to first attempt to achieve compliance through education before
more formal enforcement methods like citations are applied.
SERVICES
• Enforce zoning, building, general property maintenance and other municipal codes
• Conduct inspections of alleged violations received from resident and business complaints
• Assist individuals on how to secure required permits and/or obtain compliance with
applicable codes
• Collaborate with partner enforcement agencies on overlapping enforcement cases
• Ensure that residents are aware and follow rules on short-term vacation rentals
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 487,360$ 400,032$ 489,447$ 572,063$
Retirement Benefits 131,233 114,146 51,136 109,971
Health Insurance 62,771 51,682 82,587 109,335
Other Personnel Expenses 15,270 19,077 13,537 23,899
Personnel Services Subtotal 696,634 584,937 636,707 815,268
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 17,416 56,162 50,500 50,500
Supplies & Materials 7,048 19,623 11,550 11,750
Repair & Maintenance 14 33 100 100
Interdepartmental Charges 23,641 126,000 137,317 211,341
Other Operating Expenses 4,526 3,778 2,950 2,750
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 52,645 205,596 202,417 276,441
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 749,279$ 790,533$ 839,124$ 1,091,709$
Full Time Positions 5.00 5.00 4.00 6.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.50 3.50 3.50 2.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Developed a procedural manual to serve as both a training and operations resource guide
for staff in response to an internal audit recommendation
• Developed Administrative Order No. 92 – Code Enforcement Officer Safety Standards in
accordance with State Senate Bill 296
• Developed specific reports to show key performance indicators that started July 1
• Developed and implemented an online tracking system that simplifies the tracking of case
processing timelines, as reflected in the Code Enforcement Case Prioritization and Process
Guide in response to an internal audit recommendation
• Developed a State Mobile Home Park Inspection Program for the California Department of
Housing and Community Development Mobile Home Park Maintenance inspections
GOALS
• Develop a program that addresses the removal/storage/return of unpermitted signs in the
public right-of-way
• Develop and expand enforcement tracking system to improve operations management
• Ensure Category 1 cases unsafe & hazardous conditions are closed within three days of
complaint, at least 80% of the time
• Ensure Category 2 cases nuisance & blight-causing conditions are closed within 30 days of
complaint, at least 80% of the time
• Ensure Category 3 cases miscellaneous violation conditions are closed within 50 days of
complaint, at least 80% of the time
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual FY 2023
Estimated FY 2024
Projected
Percent of Category 1 cases closed within three businesses
days of complaint 100% 100% 100%
Percent of Category 2 cases closed within 30 businesses days
of complaint 70% 81% 80%
Percent of Category 3 cases closed within 50 businesses days
of complaint 67% 89% 90%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: SUMMARY
Summary level figures presented above for 2019-20 and 2020-21 actuals exclude divisions formerly organized under the
department Community Development, as Housing & Homeless Services was formed in 2021-22.
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES
• Housing Services
• Homeless Services
• Affordable Housing Programs
• Federally Funded Community Assistance Programs
• Successor Agency
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages -$ 993,770$ 1,654,810$ 1,670,299$
Retirement Benefits - 280,853$ 377,017 361,984
Health Insurance - 102,832$ 264,423 265,173
Other Personnel Expenses - 38,517 68,761 63,325
Personnel Services Subtotal - 1,415,972 2,365,011 2,360,781
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - 1,169,814 1,747,672 1,616,141
Supplies & Materials - 404,995 261,642 291,037
Repair & Maintenance - 24 300 200
Interdepartmental Charges - 379,115 566,690 454,534
Other Operating Expenses - 11,189,525 11,266,663 13,558,886
Capital Outlay - 13,111 4,900 7,300
Operating Expenses Subtotal - 13,156,584 13,847,867 15,928,098
TOTAL EXPENDITURES -$ 14,572,556$ 16,212,878$ 18,288,879$
General Fund -$ 1,788,322$ 3,134,115$ 2,765,195$
Special Revenue Fund - 12,663,435$ 12,009,918$ 14,464,184$
Trust Fund - 120,799$ 1,068,845$ 1,059,500$
TOTAL FUNDING -$ 14,572,556$ 16,212,878$ 18,288,879$
Full Time Positions 0.00 14.00 16.00 16.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 3.00 1.81 1.53
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: HOUSING SERVICES
Account: 0012510
0012520
1502810 171
Fund: General
General
Special Revenue – Community Grants Special Revenue – Agriculture Mitigation Fee
ABOUT
The Housing Services Division provides various programs, activities and services that assist in the
effort to sustain an extraordinary Carlsbad community. These include disbursing community grants,
delivering community education programs, funding the Carlsbad Service Center and supporting the
Carlsbad Housing Commission.
SERVICES
• Provide financial assistance to community organizations, teams and special events that
benefit and enrich residents in compliance with City Council policies
• Fund projects that improve agricultural lands for continued agricultural production, protect
and enhance the coastal and lagoon environment, improve lagoon nature centers, and
restore beaches for public use through the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee program
• Provide community education programs, including the Carlsbad Student Leader Academy for
high school students and CityStuff for third grade students
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 225,817$ 307,167$ 681,860$ 553,155$
Retirement Benefits 145,286 90,825 149,968 112,138
Health Insurance 28,982 27,343 81,024 64,554
Other Personnel Expenses 8,467 13,308 26,578 19,640
Personnel Services Subtotal 408,552 438,643 939,430 749,487
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 267,595 250,995 339,217 270,000
Supplies & Materials 8,454 12,003 13,600 12,400
Repair & Maintenance 14 - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 131,716 120,900 168,016 94,021
Other Operating Expenses 527 1,715 53,777 54,370
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 408,306 385,613 574,610 430,791
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 816,858$ 824,256$ 1,514,040$ 1,180,278$
General Fund 816,858$ 824,256$ 1,484,040$ 1,150,278$
Special Revenue - - 30,000 30,000
TOTAL FUNDING 816,858$ 824,256$ 1,514,040$ 1,180,278$
Full Time Positions 3.78 4.50 5.17 4.17
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.00 2.00 0.83 0.75
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• Provide low income and homeless services support, including funding to the Carlsbad
Services Center, which offers temporary day labor employment services, employment
training and readiness, access to benefits, basic needs, rental assistance and case
management
• Administer the Minor Home Repair Program, which provides forgivable home repair loans to
low-income households who own and occupy their home as their primary residence
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Carlsbad Housing Commission
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Commenced the Carlsbad Student Leader Academy in February 2023 with 19 high school
student participants
• Oversaw the CityStuff program offered to third grade students in 25 classrooms in
partnership with 14 local elementary schools
• Administered the Affordable Housing Resale Program, including the acquisition of 11 units,
of which nine have been resold to qualified low-income buyers. The remaining two units of
the original 11 are undergoing repairs and anticipated to be sold by the end of 2023 calendar
year. An additional four units have been acquired to-date, of which one has been sold, and
three are anticipated to be sold by the end of 2023 calendar year.
• Facilitated affordable housing projects: 419 dwelling units affordable to moderate, low, very
low and extremely low households are either under construction, approved and pending
construction, or are currently moving through the permit approval process
• Received new state grant fund totaling $1,162,504. The Permanent Local Housing Allocation
funds will be used to support activities outlined in the Homelessness Action Plan, which was
updated in February 2023. Staff will continue to apply for this ongoing funding source each
year.
GOALS
• Implement the Community Activity Grant, Special Events Grant, Community Spirit Grant and
Winning Teams Grant programs, and process applications for assistance that are consistent
with City Council policies
• Provide community education to 54 classrooms
• Continue to support the Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee program
• Provide education focused on civic proficiency and leadership to Carlsbad youth
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Carlsbad Housing Commission
• Continue to support the Carlsbad Service Center
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Community Grants dispersed $6,000 $5,000 $5,000
Classrooms educated 3 25 54
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: HOMELESS SERVICES
Account: 0012540
1362610
Fund: General
Special Revenue - PLHA
ABOUT
The Homeless Services Division is responsible for leading all strategies, initiatives and actions related
to the city’s goal of addressing the complex needs of individuals experiencing or at risk of
experiencing homelessness in a compassionate and effective manner and reduce the impacts of
homelessness on the community. This division uses best practices, community input and feedback
from people with lived experience to implement solutions to prevent and reduce homelessness. The
strategies and initiatives surround three main areas of focus: shelter and housing, outreach and
access to services and public safety.
SERVICES
• Manage and implement the city’s Homelessness Action Plan
• Provide housing navigation services for persons at-risk of or experiencing homelessness
• Oversee the homeless outreach and case management contract
• Offer short-term emergency boarding for animals of a person experiencing homelessness
within the city via contract services with San Diego Humane Society
• Manage a rapid rehousing contract with Community Resource Center that helps individuals
and households experiencing homelessness within the city
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages -$ 299,810$ 463,317$ 479,026$
Retirement Benefits - 62,181 116,301 111,299
Health Insurance - 32,200 80,283 73,405
Other Personnel Expenses - 7,290 18,757 17,235
Personnel Services Subtotal - 401,481 678,658 680,965
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - 558,126 889,500 863,000
Supplies & Materials - 3,005 16,250 16,000
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges - - 62,417 46,449
Other Operating Expenses - 1,454 3,250 1,127,629
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal - 562,585 971,417 2,053,078
TOTAL EXPENDITURES -$ 964,066$ 1,650,075$ 2,734,043$
General Fund -$ 964,066$ 1,650,075$ 1,614,917$
Special Revenue - - - 1,119,126
TOTAL FUNDING -$ 964,066$ 1,650,075$ 2,734,043$
Full Time Positions 0.00 3.50 4.00 4.10
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Oversee a contract with the Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego to provide two licensed
clinicians to provide staff at the La Posada de Guadalupe Emergency Shelter with training,
allowing the facility to operate as a low barrier shelter
• Manage a contract with OrgCode Consulting to provide training and technical assistance at
the La Posada de Guadalupe shelter
• Implement a contract with Community Resource Center to provide employment and
benefits services to people experiencing homelessness
• Oversee the contract with Urban Corps for citywide abandoned items and litter removal
services related to homeless encampments
• Oversee a contract with Rocket John’s providing restroom and sanitation services in
locations around the city
• Engage with community residents and businesses through regular communication efforts
• Coordinate with neighboring jurisdictions and county resources on regional issues related to
homelessness
• Oversee the limited-term motel voucher program
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Updated the Homelessness Action Plan
• Began work on the City Council-approved strategic plan goal addressing the complex needs
of individuals experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness in a compassionate and
effective manner and reduces the impacts of homelessness on the community
• Engaged with 749 unduplicated individuals experiencing homelessness in the city via city-
funded homelessness service programs, assisted with transitioning 62 people into permanent
housing, placed 110 people into emergency shelters and cleaned up 50 encampments
• Implemented a contract with Community Resource Center for an employment and benefits
specialist to help connect people to disability and social security benefits, CalWORKS,
CalFresh, Veteran benefits, employment programs and other aid programs
• Secured a competitive County Emergency Housing Solutions Grant of $2 million from the
County of San Diego to support the expansion of the La Posada de Guadalupe shelter
• Assisted 37 households with 95 nights in the short-term motel voucher program
• Hosted a mobile homeless court and resource fair with 58 individuals attending
GOALS
• Enhance the quality of life for everyone in Carlsbad by adopting and implementing an
updated Homelessness Action Plan that addresses the complex needs of individuals
experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness in a compassionate and effective
manner and reduces the impacts of homelessness on the community
• Implement a public facing dashboard of data on homelessness programs and statistics
• Start construction on La Posada expansion and new dashboard for measurements of goals
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Unduplicated homeless persons served 749 700 700
Shelter placements 110 110 120
Persons housed 62 70 70
Encampments cleared 50 30 30
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAMS
Account: 133 134
806
Fund: Special Revenue – Affordable Housing Trust
Special Revenue – Tyler Court Apartments
ABOUT
The city is a regional leader in the provision of affordable housing. The Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Program is the city’s primary source of affordable housing funding for low-income households. The
Affordable Housing Trust Fund collects fees generated from the Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee and
the sale of affordable housing credits that satisfy a developer’s inclusionary housing obligation as well
as loan repayments from existing developments. With these funds, the city provides affordable
housing programs, low income and homeless services support, and financial assistance for residential
developments that provide housing opportunities to low-income households. The city also owns Tyler
Court Senior Apartments, a 75-unit senior apartment complex. This complex provides for 100%
affordable housing to senior households with incomes at 30% and 50% of the San Diego County Area
median incomes. The city has an agreement with a third party to manage the day-to-day operations
of the apartment complex. The property is intended to remain a senior-only development according
to its approved conditional use permit and continues to have income and rent restrictions to be
affordable to very low and extremely low-income households.
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 102,028$ 20,667$ 53,332$ 97,639$
Retirement Benefits 36,004 14,885 11,645 22,526
Health Insurance 8,095 3,474 15,956 18,963
Other Personnel Expenses 3,287 2,559 2,626 4,012
Personnel Services Subtotal 149,414 41,585 83,559 143,140
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 350,465 322,866 377,955 357,141
Supplies & Materials 158,521 381,112 217,627 253,672
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 127,920 64,224 71,059 58,423
Other Operating Expenses 148,765 329,655 181,001 453,377
Capital Outlay 4,213,749 13,111 2,900 7,300
Operating Expenses Subtotal 4,999,420 1,110,968 850,542 1,129,913
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 5,148,834$ 1,152,553$ 934,101$ 1,273,053$
Full Time Positions 0.60 0.60 0.80 1.20
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 0.06 0.06
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SERVICES
• Provide affordable housing funding for low-income households via the Affordable Housing
Trust Fund Program
• Continue to implement the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance by providing information to
developers, the public and city staff on the requirements of the ordinance
• Negotiate and prepare affordable housing agreements and density bonus agreements
• Assist with the development of low-income affordable housing developments from concept
to construction
• Oversee the third-party managed Tyler Court Senior Apartments
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Broke ground on 206 affordable units across three projects
GOALS
• Administer the Housing Trust Fund in accordance with Council Policy No. 90
• Continue to work with residential developers with inclusionary housing requirements to
produce additional homes affordable to lower-income households
• Research and develop other programs and development opportunities to increase the
supply of affordable housing for low-income households
• Preserve and improve the quality of the city’s existing housing stock
• Continue to support the low-income senior community by offering affordable housing with
income and rent restrictions
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: FEDERALLY FUNDED
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Account: 190 391 Fund: Special Revenue – Section 8 Housing Special Revenue – Community Development Block Grant
ABOUT
The city receives federal grants that benefit the community and low-income households. The
federally funded Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance program provides monthly
rental subsidies to very low-income households and processes new participants into the program as
additional funds are available. The Community Development Block Grant program represents federal
funds provided to the city to develop viable urban communities through the provision of decent
housing, a suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities for lower-income
persons. This program is focused on providing specific benefits to low-income residents, with serving
the city’s homeless population and providing affordable housing as the two highest priorities.
SERVICES
• Provide monthly rental subsidies to very low-income households and process new
participants as for the federally funded Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rental assistance
program
• Assist low-income households with access to safe and sanitary rental housing
• Ensure the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher tenant-based rental assistance program is
being administered in compliance with federal regulations and guidelines, the Carlsbad
Administrative Plan, and the Public Housing Agency Plan
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 362,144$ 366,126$ 456,301$ 540,479$
Retirement Benefits 89,509 112,962 99,103 116,021
Health Insurance 39,219 39,815 87,160 108,251
Other Personnel Expenses 10,790 15,360 20,800 22,438
Personnel Services Subtotal 501,662 534,263 663,364 787,189
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 37,214 37,827 111,000 96,000
Supplies & Materials 12,084 8,875 14,165 8,965
Repair & Maintenance 9 24 300 200
Interdepartmental Charges 116,631 186,707 257,528 255,641
Other Operating Expenses 9,294,069 10,743,186 9,997,460 10,894,010
Capital Outlay - - 2,000 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 9,460,007 10,976,619 10,382,453 11,254,816
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 9,961,669$ 11,510,882$ 11,045,817$ 12,042,005$
Full Time Positions 4.00 5.40 6.03 6.53
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.93 0.73
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• Achieve and maintain a lease rate that fully utilizes Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
program funding allocation
• Enable unemployed, under-employed or under-educated low-income families to achieve
economic independence from welfare
• Administer the CDBG program representing federal funds provided to the city
• Prepare and implement a five-year consolidated plan and Annual Action Plan for submittal to
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD
• Provide staff support to the CDBG Funding Advisory Committee and the City Council in the
selection process for activities to be included in the CDBG Program
• Ensure that documentation is maintained to meet compliance with HUD established
guidelines for continued CDBG funding
• Monitor activities of grant sub-recipients to ensure proper use of funds
• Prepare the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for public review and
comment and final submission to HUD
• Partner with a non-profit legal advisor to provide fair housing and tenant-landlord dispute
counseling and education program
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Provided monthly rental assistance to 575 very low and extremely low-income households,
an increase of 25 households
• Received Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher funding to assist 16 additional households with
rental assistance
• Funded four public service organizations and one fair housing provider resulting in
supportive services being provided to approximately 1,215 Carlsbad residents in low-income
and special needs populations, and assistance in the prevention of homelessness and
reduction of the homeless population
• Amended the fiscal year 2022-23 Annual Action Plan for the CDBG Program to allocate
$996,112 in additional funds received through Program Income and unspent funds from
prior year projects
GOALS
• Continue to operate the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program effectively and seek
additional funding to serve more clients as opportunities arise
• Complete processing of rental assistance vouchers for 25 non-elderly, disabled participants
• Complete and submit the fiscal year 2022-23 Consolidated Annual Plan Evaluation Report
and fiscal year 2023-24 Annual Action Plan
• Update CDBG policies and procedures to allow funding allocations that best support the
implementation of the homelessness action plan
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Clients receiving Rental Assistance 568 575 600
Dollar value of grants awarded to community organizations $501,113 $476,057 $476,057
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES: SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Account: 801, 811 Fund: Trust Fund – Successor Agency
ABOUT
The successor agency is responsible for preparing a recognized obligation payments schedule as
detailed by the State of California’s Department of Finance, listing the enforceable obligations of the
former redevelopment agency and their source of payment. This payment schedule is subject to
approval by the countywide oversight board.
SERVICES
• Administer the successor agency, which is responsible for preparing a recognized obligation
payment schedule as detailed by the State of California’s Department of Finance, listing the
enforceable obligations of the former redevelopment agency and their source of payment
• Participate in activities associated with the dissolution of the redevelopment agency
• Ensure payment of all debt obligations as approved by the oversight board
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Processed Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule for fiscal year 2022-23 for approval by
the countywide oversight board
• Received loan repayment from the successor agency and funding for payment on
redevelopment bond
GOALS
• Continue to take actions to dissolve the former redevelopment agency in a timely manner
and ensure repayment of all approved debt obligations
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 17,391$ -$ -$ -$
Retirement Benefits 5,373 - - -
Health Insurance 21 - - -
Other Personnel Expenses 582 - - -
Personnel Services Subtotal 23,367 - - -
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 5,008 - 30,000 30,000
Supplies & Materials 4,613 - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 45,996 7,284 7,670 -
Other Operating Expenses 160,918 113,515 1,031,175 1,029,500
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 216,535 120,799 1,068,845 1,059,500
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 239,902$ 120,799$ 1,068,845$ 1,059,500$
Full Time Positions 0.35 0.35 0.00 0.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: SUMMARY
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS
• Administration, Digital Initiatives & Special Projects
• Circulation Services
• Adult & Teen Services, Genealogy & Carlsbad History Services
• Children’s Services
• Collections & Technical Services
• Outreach, Literacy & Bilingual Services
• Cultural Arts
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 5,471,768$ 5,643,950$ 6,665,560$ 6,563,356$
Retirement Benefits 1,509,419 1,275,142 1,140,395 1,101,347
Health Insurance 597,556 567,654 700,556 766,775
Other Personnel Expenses 152,820 211,284 253,406 244,754
Personnel Services Subtotal 7,731,563 7,698,030 8,759,917 8,676,232
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 398,850 561,814 734,375 720,722
Supplies & Materials 1,060,417 1,218,483 1,302,947 1,248,471
Repair & Maintenance 40,419 3,415 6,800 8,800
Interdepartmental Charges 2,852,698 3,191,426 3,362,870 3,127,532
Other Operating Expenses 416,135 518,442 453,733 473,063
Capital Outlay 14,333 8,307 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 4,782,852 5,501,887 5,860,725 5,578,588
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 12,514,415$ 13,199,917$ 14,620,642$ 14,254,820$
General Fund 12,344,689$ 13,024,082$ 14,088,425$ 13,637,285$
Special Revenue Fund 169,726$ 175,835$ 532,217$ 617,535$
TOTAL FUNDING 12,514,415$ 13,199,917$ 14,620,642$ 14,254,820$
Full Time Positions 52.50 52.50 51.00 53.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 62.06 63.66 61.95 53.42
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: ADMINISTRATION, DIGITAL
INITIATIVES & SPECIAL PROJECTS
Account: 0014010 Fund: General
ABOUT
Library & Cultural Arts Administration provides management and leadership for the delivery of library
and cultural arts programs and services; plans for the efficient use of resources and facilities;
coordinates relations with local, state and federal government agencies; and provides liaison services,
resource assistance and technical guidance to Library Board of Trustees, Arts Commission, the Friends
of the Carlsbad Library, the Carlsbad Library & Arts Foundation, the Carlsbad Friends of the Arts, and
the Serra Cooperative Library System.
SERVICES
• Conduct strategic planning, set programs and services, and monitor and respond to industry
trends and best practices
• Utilize data to develop meaningful performance metrics that show impact in the community
and adjust services based on community needs
• Manage personnel and volunteer recruitment activities, develop and maintain policies and
procedures, and provide centralized training services for all staff and volunteers
• Develop, administer and monitor budgets, contracts, grants, purchasing and accounting
processes
• Plan, develop and implement technology solutions to effectively deliver services
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,033,474$ 1,151,422$ 1,120,970$ 1,162,425$
Retirement Benefits 378,464 333,065 282,520 249,848
Health Insurance 129,096 129,932 146,018 147,366
Other Personnel Expenses 29,224 40,134 43,950 40,086
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,570,258 1,654,553 1,593,458 1,599,725
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 70,370 76,705 18,000 14,000
Supplies & Materials 105,168 102,997 83,895 73,510
Repair & Maintenance 38,967 1,235 4,155 4,155
Interdepartmental Charges 689,278 763,200 997,493 807,042
Other Operating Expenses 408,610 514,221 452,630 473,063
Capital Outlay 14,333 8,307 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,326,726 1,466,665 1,556,173 1,371,770
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,896,984$ 3,121,218$ 3,149,631$ 2,971,495$
Full Time Positions 12.00 12.00 10.00 10.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.82 3.82 3.37 2.92
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• Work with the Library Board of Trustees and the Arts Commission to ensure the department
is responsive to community needs as represented by trustees and commissioners
• Partner with support organizations including the Carlsbad Library & Arts Foundation, the
Friends of the Carlsbad Library and Friends of the Arts to ensure endowments, donations
and fundraising on behalf of the organization are appropriately used
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Integrated the library’s computer management system with the Parks & Recreation public
computer labs so Parks & Recreation can utilize analytics and session management tools
• Eliminated fines for late return of library materials to align with industry best practices
• Completed an upgrade of the audio-visual technology in the Exploration HUB
• Returned volunteer opportunities to the majority of service areas
• Initiated the process of centralizing data collection to improve access to performance
metrics
• Updated the library’s patron automated materials handling system allowing for improved
functionality and support
• Completed an update to the integrated library computer system that allows for a more
diverse and inclusive library catalog
• Evaluated public computer usage resulting in a reduction of 25 computers across three
facilities
• Provided direct access to over 4,000 digital magazines via the online catalog
GOALS
• Evaluate staff and community services and resources with an equity lens to improve overall
accessibility and inclusion
• Improve use of metrics to determine usage of existing resources and to anticipate future
community needs
• Upgrade the library’s patron and materials management system for improved functionality
• Pursue information about patron traffic and usage by installing a new people counting and
usage measuring system
• Pursue an upgrade of computer hardware and software in the Exploration HUB and move
from a wired to wireless environment
• Pursue library material retrieval lockers to improve services to patrons outside of library
hours
• Evaluate the changing patron needs for computers, printing and copying
• Expand patron access to materials beyond the Carlsbad collection with a resource sharing
program, Link+, through the Serra Cooperative Library System
• Improve and formalize relationships with support organizations via Memorandums of
Understanding
• Move Library Learning Center renovation project forward in the CIP process
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Number of contracts executed 112 105 110
Patron computer sessions: Mobile and in-house 116,340 143,440 160,000
Library visits 363,803 415,309 450,000
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COMMUNITY SERVICES|
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: CIRCULATION SERVICES
Account: 0014015 Fund: General
ABOUT
Circulation Services maintains library patrons’ accounts and manages the shelving and circulation of
all print and audiovisual materials.
SERVICES
• Respond to in-person, telephone and email account inquiries
• Issue new and replacement library cards to borrowers and internet users
• Circulate print and audiovisual materials and answer collection-related questions
• Track reserved and overdue items and sort, organize and shelve all library materials
• Collect fees, reconcile daily transactions and oversee collection agency accounts
• Coordinate the city’s participation in countywide delivery and return of Serra Cooperative
member library materials
• Collect retired flags from deposit boxes and deliver to the city’s Fire Department for proper
disposal
• Conduct a regular inventory of the collection
• Maintain accuracy of user records through reports
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 885,675$ 876,879$ 1,006,963$ 996,633$
Retirement Benefits 133,425 111,216 99,025 105,755
Health Insurance 53,797 52,396 66,574 69,876
Other Personnel Expenses 24,572 36,227 41,484 40,964
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,097,469 1,076,718 1,214,046 1,213,228
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - - - -
Supplies & Materials 7,206 5,145 12,500 12,500
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 113,364 143,316 185,231 165,702
Other Operating Expenses - - - -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 120,570 148,461 197,731 178,202
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,218,039$ 1,225,179$ 1,411,777$ 1,391,430$
Full Time Positions 4.50 4.50 5.00 5.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 20.68 20.68 20.68 18.30
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Improved the quality of account records by finding and fixing data entry and formatting
errors
• Implemented new shelving standards to improve the appearance, accessibility and
circulation of the collection
• Improved standards and processes for circulation staff with regular division meetings and
new training
• Made processes more flexible and sustainable by adding 4 new mobile circulation units
GOALS
• Cross-train staff in other divisions in circulation processes to reduce the number of account
mistakes and to ensure patrons have a universal experience
• Implement the Link+ system that allows users to borrow books from other libraries
throughout California
• Update circulation policies and procedures that were changed or suspended during COVID-
19
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Circulation of physical items 832,784 898,779 920,681
New library accounts 10,077 12,899 14,000
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: ADULT & TEEN SERVICES,
GENEALOGY & CARLSBAD HISTORY SERVICES
Account: 0014016 0014025 Fund: General
ABOUT
Adult & Teen Services staff assists the public with information needs; locates library materials for
patrons; provides instruction on resource use; performs research for the public, local business and
government; and provides readers’ advisory assistance.
The Genealogy & Carlsbad History staff provides reference and instructional assistance to patrons
researching their ancestry and preserves Carlsbad history materials for public research. The division
works closely with the North San Diego County Genealogical Society to provide educational
genealogy programs for the community
SERVICES
• Respond to in-person, telephone, email and text reference questions; provide instruction,
classes and tours; assist the public with access to digital resources; and administer services
to homebound patrons; manage scheduling and use of the study rooms; provide library
programs for adults and teens
• Support community outreach activities such as visits to schools, senior centers, farmers’
markets and other community groups
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,298,620$ 1,270,143$ 1,554,949$ 1,518,981$
Retirement Benefits 328,064 269,041 248,689 244,171
Health Insurance 113,439 97,206 117,034 153,298
Other Personnel Expenses 35,963 47,659 57,384 55,616
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,776,086 1,684,049 1,978,056 1,972,066
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - 1,455 3,700 700
Supplies & Materials 7,376 1,754 5,380 5,380
Repair & Maintenance 1,320 1,272 1,345 1,345
Interdepartmental Charges 932,376 1,003,188 1,011,766 1,066,514
Other Operating Expenses - - - -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 941,072 1,007,669 1,022,191 1,073,939
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,717,158$ 2,691,718$ 3,000,247$ 3,046,005$
Full Time Positions 11.00 11.00 11.00 12.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 15.35 15.35 14.87 11.90
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• Manage the selection and organization of print and digital genealogy and Carlsbad history
resources, preserve archival collections and provide instruction and assistance to patrons of
all ages researching genealogy or local history
• Coordinate with the North San Diego County Genealogical Society to schedule and provide
free educational genealogy programs
• Provide leadership opportunities and community service volunteer hours for teens
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Launched the Job-Readiness Room in partnership with the Innovation & Economic
Development Department, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce and Bendable, an outside
vendor, to connect entry level job seekers to job interviews through a micro-credential
online learning platform
• Re-established leadership opportunities for teens by offering volunteer and community
service hours during the Summer Reading Adventure
• Hosted six successful author events that focused on local connections and diversity
• Forged and renewed internal and external partnerships in programming and services
including the Innovation & Economic Development Department, Carlsbad Unified School
District, Senior Center, Carlsbad Community Gardens, Chamber of Commerce, Small Business
Development Center and local retirement communities
• Restored pre-COVID-19 programs including the Grow Your Garden series, Books To Go
outreach, business workshops, Teen Talent Show and school tours
• Partnered with city departments to host three Fix-it Clinic programs, where community
members can bring broken items such as surfboards, bikes, small appliances and clothes and
work with local craftspeople for repair
• Expanded the Seed Library with new community partners and seed supplies
• Established a new service to receive and evaluate proposals from the community for
programs or services
• Added four new databases for a total of 47 adult and teen eResources
• Worked with partner organization, North San Diego County Genealogical Society, to
implement new virtual program hosting software
GOALS
• Work with local partners to offer a small business community workshop series
• Establish a division programming team to give more staff opportunities for professional
development
• Develop the architecture to add existing genealogy and Carlsbad history items to the new
Digital Asset Management software
• Increase the number of historical documents accessible to the community by 10%
• Create promotional materials to showcase the value of Genealogy & Carlsbad History
services to the community
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Community members reached through outreach N/A 1,200 2,500
Carlsbad genealogy and history research provided to city
and community 495 hours 550 hours 595 hours
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: CHILDREN’S SERVICES
Account: 0014035 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Children’s Services Division supports the educational, literacy, informational, cultural and
recreational needs of young patrons from babies through middle school-aged children. Youth-related
reference and readers’ advisory services are also offered to parents, caregivers and teachers.
SERVICES
• Develop and present educational programs for children
• Promote literacy and the enjoyment of reading by connecting children with books through
personal interactions, programs and development of an age-appropriate collection
• Support digital literacy for children by providing computers with early literacy programs,
internet access and educational games as well as remote access to digital databases for
homework assistance
• Answer reference questions and assist in using the collection and internet computers for
research and homework
• Provide library instruction and tours for children and youth-related groups
• Build community connections through story times, book talks and instructional sessions at
local schools and special events throughout the city
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 565,302$ 525,604$ 710,926$ 732,806$
Retirement Benefits 173,313 144,599 128,812 127,739
Health Insurance 92,324 86,501 129,381 125,418
Other Personnel Expenses 16,692 21,745 27,872 27,857
Personnel Services Subtotal 847,631 778,449 996,991 1,013,820
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - - - -
Supplies & Materials 770 4,454 2,900 5,223
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 353,532 376,188 339,359 299,294
Other Operating Expenses - - - -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 354,302 380,642 342,259 304,517
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,201,933$ 1,159,091$ 1,339,250$ 1,318,337$
Full Time Positions 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 5.55 5.55 5.55 5.21
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Expanded the prior pilot program to provide age-appropriate Maker Kits, which cover
various STEAM concepts and include a book and activities for patrons to check out and
complete at home
• Expanded the amount of in-person programming offered at all three locations
• Improved systemwide story time presentations through staff trainings and story time
program standards
• Made the Cole Children’s picture book area more attractive and interactive for children and
families by working with the Facilities Department to paint two accent walls, install an art
hanging system and install tactile sensory wall tiles
• Increased outreach efforts resulting in a 30% increase in Summer Reading Adventure
participation
• Installed a “traveling Story Walk” at four city park locations during the Summer Reading
Adventure
GOALS
• Design and implement STEAM exploration and experiences for children and their families in
the Leichtag Family Foundation Discovery Room at Dove Library
• Conduct Children’s Services Summits to train all staff on the topics of outreach and collection
development
• Reinstate large-scale in-person performances for children and families during the Summer
Reading Adventure
• Showcase and promote 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten to weekly program participants
• Promote early literacy services by increasing staff training on Early Literacy Stations
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
1000 Books Before Kindergarten participants 129 545 650
Summer Reading participants 1,063 1,529 1,900
Early Literacy Station users N/A 8,700 8,900
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: COLLECTIONS & TECHNICAL SERVICES
Account: 0014040 1454010
1454011
Fund: General Special Revenue-Gifts/Benefits
Special Revenue-Friends of the Library
ABOUT
Collections & Technical Services coordinates the selection of physical and electronic materials and
manages collection development and maintenance for all library facilities. Staff catalog and prepare
library materials for public use, evaluate new content formats, devise new cataloging and processing
procedures and evaluate usage patterns for materials.
SERVICES
• Manage the selection of library materials in accordance with collection development policies
and industry practices to continue to meet the educational, lifelong learning and
entertainment needs of the community
• Source and purchase library materials, in physical and electronic format
• Track the ordering and invoicing of materials, working with department and city staff to
ensure timely payment to vendors
• Keep the catalog and collection organized, current, accurate and accessible
• Optimize the location of library materials for the best user experience
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 574,073$ 591,757$ 627,402$ 648,710$
Retirement Benefits 203,691 157,187 134,592 132,976
Health Insurance 81,715 77,462 81,757 79,887
Other Personnel Expenses 15,183 20,560 24,645 24,372
Personnel Services Subtotal 874,662 846,966 868,396 885,945
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 24,217 35,194 21,825 20,825
Supplies & Materials 816,803 978,176 1,031,564 946,261
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 180,228 191,100 185,284 193,776
Other Operating Expenses 117 - - -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,021,365 1,204,470 1,238,673 1,160,862
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,896,027$ 2,051,436$ 2,107,069$ 2,046,807$
General Fund 1,833,437$ 1,980,481$ 1,933,653$ 1,878,907$
Special Revenue Fund 62,590 70,955 173,416 167,900
TOTAL FUNDING 1,896,027$ 2,051,436$ 2,107,069$ 2,046,807$
Full Time Positions 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.88 2.88 2.88 2.63
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• Broaden access to material outside the city’s collection via Interlibrary loan
• Maintain, track and assess patron use of electronic and physical content to guide purchasing
decisions
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Enhanced library collections and metadata in relation to diversity, equity and inclusion to
reflect best practices in maintaining a timely, relevant and welcoming collection
• Implemented revisions to the library materials selection process to streamline workflow and
staff training
• Supported an increase in community use of eBooks and audiobooks by shifting resources
and collections planning
• Improved the purchasing process and library catalog maintenance with newly implemented
technology
• Helped patrons find the most relevant materials with new software enhancements that
improve search results
• Reassessed and enhanced patrons’ ability to find adult non-fiction materials at the Georgina
Cole Library by modifying labeling, shelving locations and database indexing
GOALS
• Perform a scheduled update of the Collection Development Policy to ensure both currency
and continuity of high standards in collection management and present it to the Library
Board of Trustees
• Create a new distinct graphic novel collection for adults
• Work with Children’s Services staff to better organize children’s materials at each location
• Work with other divisions to finalize changes to the library materials selection structure and
process to streamline workflow and staff training
• Implement newly acquired software tools to help patrons find the most relevant materials
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
eBooks and audiobooks selected and added to collection 4,180 4,200 4,300
Physical items selected, cataloged, processed and added to collection 28,686 28,000 29,000
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: OUTREACH, LITERACY & BILINGUAL SERVICES
Account: 001405X, 0014060 145013 145014
145015
145016
Fund: General Special Revenue-Gartner Donation Special Revenue-Benson Donation
Special Revenue-Falkenstein Donation
Special Revenue-Sutton Donation ABOUT
The Library Learning Center offers general library programs and services in addition to providing
special collections, outreach services and entertaining activities across all ages and stages of language
and literacy learning. Bilingual Services, Literacy Services and Outreach & Strategic Partnership
personnel collaborate to provide specialized library services and programs focused on language
acquisition, learning and community building in English and Spanish.
SERVICES
• Provide access to English, Spanish, bilingual and literacy materials for all ages
• Offer reading and writing help by trained volunteer tutors for English-speaking adults to
meet their life goals
• Provide programs, story times, concerts, events and activities for all ages in English, Spanish,
and bilingual formats
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 596,401$ 670,693$ 627,418$ 675,360$
Retirement Benefits 151,670 135,610 102,926 106,316
Health Insurance 64,202 65,936 51,961 58,436
Other Personnel Expenses 16,865 25,289 23,608 25,734
Personnel Services Subtotal 829,138 897,528 805,913 865,846
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 35,085 37,808 60,960 58,575
Supplies & Materials 104,707 73,611 134,154 177,366
Repair & Maintenance - 908 300 300
Interdepartmental Charges 511,188 573,169 514,681 461,770
Other Operating Expenses 5,824 4,221 - -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 656,804 689,717 710,095 698,011
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,485,942$ 1,587,245$ 1,516,008$ 1,563,857$
General Fund 1,404,253$ 1,520,685$ 1,294,957$ 1,268,972$
Special Revenue Fund 81,689 66,560 221,051 294,885
TOTAL FUNDING 1,485,942$ 1,587,245$ 1,516,008$ 1,563,857$
Full Time Positions 6.00 6.00 5.00 5.30
Hourly/FTE Positions 9.40 9.00 6.65 6.69
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• Facilitate the Homework Zone program, which offers homework assistance to school-age
students by volunteers and offer intensive reading help to elementary school-age children
• Manage an accredited Career Online High School diploma program and support students
• Develop partnerships and outreach opportunities to promote community connections and
improve services systemwide
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Resumed in-person programs, services and events and continued to offer virtual programs,
to be inclusive, equitable and reach the broadest audience possible
• Re-established English as a Second Language classes in partnership with MiraCosta College
• Increased the number of Career Online High School participants
• Renovated the Learning Center’s upstairs public service area for enhanced safety,
ergonomics and customer service and procured design for first-floor renovations
• Evaluated the efficacy of digital, virtual and in-person resources for the adult literacy
program to rebalance programming to meet adult learners’ needs
• Developed a department-wide outreach and marketing strategy and increased support and
partnership with other city departments
• Launched State Parks Pass program in partnership with California State Library and California
State Parks, making State Parks passes available to library patrons free of charge
• Distributed over 3,000 free books obtained through community and San Diego Council on
Literacy donations at public outreach and Books to Go events
GOALS
• Re-establish a reading tutoring program for elementary students
• Refresh the literacy collection with additional materials emphasizing diverse topics and
authors
• Develop new bilingual and Spanish-language family services programs to meet the
community’s changing needs
• Collaborate with Cultural Arts to bring public art to the Library Learning Center
• Finalize and adopt a department-wide outreach and marketing strategy
• Increase feedback opportunities for the public through surveys, outreach and input via
eNewsletter and website to improve library programs and services
• Increase the number of Career Online High School participants
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Actual
FY 2024
Projected
Career Online High School enrollments 1 5 6
Bilingual program offerings 32 85 170
Active and current partners N/A 25 28
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
LIBRARY & CULTURAL ARTS: CULTURAL ARTS
Account: 001406X 148
175
Fund: General Special Revenue-Special Events
Special Revenue-Schulman Endowment
ABOUT
Cultural Arts plans, promotes and carries out visual and performing arts programs, arts education
activities, temporary and permanent public art and other cultural offerings to make connections
among artists, cultural organizations, community groups, businesses, residents and visitors that
sustain and promote a thriving, diverse and creative city, aligned with the Arts & Culture Master Plan.
SERVICES
• Present visual arts exhibitions and performing arts at the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium, the
William D. Cannon Art Gallery and throughout the city
• Create, document and maintain the city’s permanent and temporary public art collection
• Administer the Community Arts Grant program with review by the Arts Commission and
participation of community arts stakeholders
• Offer educational programs for all ages and abilities, including Three-Part Art, Pop Up Art
and STEAM reaching over 10,000 participants annually
• Host guest artist residencies, spanning all genres, to focus on expanded, interactive arts
experiences
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 518,223$ 557,452$ 1,016,932$ 828,441$
Retirement Benefits 140,792 124,424 143,831 134,542
Health Insurance 62,983 58,221 107,831 132,494
Other Personnel Expenses 14,321 19,670 34,463 30,125
Personnel Services Subtotal 736,319 759,767 1,303,057 1,125,602
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 269,178 410,652 629,890 626,622
Supplies & Materials 18,387 52,346 32,554 28,231
Repair & Maintenance 132 - 1,000 3,000
Interdepartmental Charges 72,732 141,265 129,056 133,434
Other Operating Expenses 1,584 - 1,103 -
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 362,013 604,263 793,603 791,287
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,098,332$ 1,364,030$ 2,096,660$ 1,916,889$
General Fund 1,072,885$ 1,325,710$ 1,958,910$ 1,762,139$
Special Revenue Fund 25,447 38,320 137,750 154,750
TOTAL FUNDING 1,098,332$ 1,364,030$ 2,096,660$ 1,916,889$
Full Time Positions 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.70
Hourly/FTE Positions 4.38 6.38 7.95 5.78
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• Present year-round performing arts series, including TGIF Concerts in the Parks, Showtime at
the Schulman and Front Row Saturdays
• Curate a diverse selection of national and international films and documentaries, based on
audience feedback, screened in the Schulman Auditorium
• Maintain partnerships with the Carlsbad Friends of the Arts, Carlsbad Library & Arts
Foundation and the Chamber of Commerce
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed the design phase of the technological upgrade of the Schulman Auditorium,
Cannon Art Gallery and the Ann Kulchin Courtyard
• Presented four exhibits in the Cannon Art Gallery, including both local artists and national
touring exhibits
• Installed murals at Library Learning Center and the renovated New Village Arts Center
• Curated a new multi-year exhibition in the Carlsbad Sculpture Garden
• Installed the city’s first permanent glass public art at the newly built Fire Station 2
• Maintained partnership with Carlsbad Village Association through temporary art installations
pairing local artists with businesses
• Added two new Community Arts Grants categories: two-year grants and emerging
artists/organizations, to focus on sustainability and expanded art forms
• Completed inaugural STEAM program with the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation
• Presented 15 live performances in the Schulman Auditorium with over 3,000 attendees
• Relaunched TGIF Concerts in the Parks series after a two-year hiatus, celebrating its 35th
anniversary
• Supported multiple citywide festivals with the mobile stage and Pop-Up Art experiences
• Participated in the national Americans for the Arts Economic Study which documented the
impact of arts spending on local, state and national economies
GOALS
• Evaluate progress on Arts & Culture Master Plan initiatives
• Explore launching new Arts & Culture Master Plan initiatives with pilot programs for arts in
the workplace and trail art
• Launch new partnership with The Forum and continue the partnership with the Carlsbad
Village Association in developing new temporary art experiences
• Finalize plans for public transportation art at the Village & Barrio Traffic Circle and Chestnut
Underpass
• Implement technology upgrades for the Schulman Auditorium, Cannon Art Gallery and the
Kulchin Courtyard
• Collaborate with Barrio Glassworks to present a glass exhibition in the Cannon Art Gallery
• Initiate public outreach for Veteran’s Memorial Park and Chestnut Underpass public art
• Expand guest artist residencies to include musical theatre for all ages and opera for kids
• Double the number of attendees at STEAM programs in partnership with the Batiquitos
Lagoon Foundation
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Permanent and temporary public art projects completed 6 5 6
Number of Arts & Culture Master Plan Initiatives
activated to date (out of 49 total) 15 20 25
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: SUMMARY
PARKS & RECREATION
• Administration
• Recreation
• Parks & Trail Maintenance
• Street Tree Maintenance & Median Maintenance
• The Crossings Golf Course
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 5,897,102$ 6,089,417$ 7,447,323$ 7,718,770$
Retirement Benefits 1,572,592 1,352,430 1,273,007 1,264,817
Health Insurance 559,345 570,125 861,278 884,968
Other Personnel Expenses 293,094 447,709 473,268 416,708
Personnel Services Subtotal 8,322,133 8,459,681 10,054,876 10,285,263
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 6,202,333 8,083,942 8,329,905 7,898,331
Supplies & Materials 872,007 972,957 1,166,558 1,055,818
Repair & Maintenance 7,916 3,690 5,020 1,934
Interdepartmental Charges 1,574,949 2,001,854 1,992,582 2,381,739
Other Operating Expenses 8,186,933 9,922,915 10,467,217 11,059,523
Capital Outlay 157,054 112,526 687,500 1,010,000
Operating Expenses Subtotal 17,001,192 21,097,884 22,648,782 23,407,345
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 25,323,325$ 29,557,565$ 32,703,658$ 33,692,608$
General Fund 16,786,632$ 19,251,458$ 21,167,014$ 21,055,565$
Enterprise Fund 6,718,515$ 8,345,328$ 9,195,000$ 10,121,000$
Special Revenue Fund 1,818,178$ 1,960,779$ 2,341,644$ 2,516,043$
TOTAL FUNDING 25,323,325$ 29,557,565$ 32,703,658$ 33,692,608$
Full Time Positions 55.00 55.00 59.00 59.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 77.83 80.26 71.56 70.32
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0014510, 0014511 140
149
Fund: General Special Revenue-Scholarships
Special Revenue-Donations
ABOUT
Parks & Recreation Administration provides department leadership, planning and administrative
services to help develop and sustain high-quality parks and recreation programs.
SERVICES
• Evaluate and monitor business processes to improve operations, efficiency and performance
• Develop and monitor operating budget and annual CIP budget
• Process and issue citywide special event permits
• Enhance city-owned or controlled natural open space and trails system through land
acquisition, planning, trails construction, monitoring and maintenance
• Oversee management agreement for The Crossings at Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course
• Perform parks planning, design, administration and construction monitoring services
• Monitor recreation programs with participant surveys and community outreach
• Administer recreation program scholarships for low-income residents
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,211,204$ 1,182,066$ 1,243,160$ 1,362,257$
Retirement Benefits 418,881 345,543 301,822 298,003
Health Insurance 111,366 97,123 141,218 136,778
Other Personnel Expenses 44,584 57,948 57,782 55,203
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,786,035 1,682,680 1,743,982 1,852,241
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 96,004 152,040 251,440 237,997
Supplies & Materials 74,509 35,647 83,877 59,465
Repair & Maintenance 6,430 2,646 300 200
Interdepartmental Charges 206,443 273,804 398,987 302,034
Other Operating Expenses 38,212 50,295 129,583 113,294
Capital Outlay 6,314 - 2,500 -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 427,912 514,432 866,687 712,990
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,213,947$ 2,197,112$ 2,610,669$ 2,565,231$
General Fund 2,187,782$ 2,158,357$ 2,529,660$ 2,484,031$
Special Revenue Fund 26,165 38,755 81,009 81,200
Total Funding 2,213,947$ 2,197,112$ 2,610,669$ 2,565,231$
Full Time Positions 11.45 11.30 10.30 10.45
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.36 1.34 0.49 0.98
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• Develop, monitor and support the department’s information technology
• Liaise with Parks & Recreation Commission, Senior Commission and Beach Preservation
Commission
• Conduct department master and strategic planning
• Address Commission for the Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies accreditation
application and training processes
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed environmental permitting/entitlements phase for master planning of Veterans
Memorial Park
• Received City Council adoption of the final master plan for Veterans Memorial Park
• Received City Council approval to award a design services agreement for master planning
Robertson Ranch Community Park
• Checked plans and specifications of new private development projects that include trail
construction, street trees and rights of way improvements
• Resumed community engagement workshops and stakeholder meetings, public survey
distribution and collection, agency programs and services benchmarking, and fee
comparison studies related to the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update
• Field verified park inventories for the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update
• Completed Parks & Recreation Department master plan update statistically reliable survey
and presented draft findings to Commissions and City Council
• Supported the Fleet & Facilities Department in pursuing the development of plans and
specifications for the Monroe Street Pool Renovation and Replacement Project, including
presentations to the Parks & Recreation Commission and the City Council
• Assisted in administering a mobile application to enhance citywide trails use
• Permitted successful return of the Carlsbad Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K
GOALS
• Obtain City Council approval to formally bid panned improvements for Veterans Memorial
Park
• Obtain City Council approval to award a contract to construct Veterans Memorial Park
improvements
• Support Library and Cultural Services staff with the selection of an artist for the public art
component at Veterans Memorial Park
• Support three commissions in accomplishing the goals and tasks within each work plan
• Continue to provide support to the Monroe Street Pool Renovation/Replacement Project
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: RECREATION
Account: 0014520-44, 0014546-73
143
Fund: General
Special Revenue-Senior Program Donations
ABOUT
The Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide range of virtual and in-person programming,
including youth and adult sports, instructional classes, camps, aquatics, preschool and teen services,
and special events. The department operates 339 acres of developed community parks and special
use areas, featuring multi-use fields, tennis courts, dog parks, skate parks, playgrounds, two historic
parks, a senior center, four multigenerational community centers and two aquatic centers.
SERVICES
• Provide information, enrollment and registration services for parks, programs and facilities
• Collect and account for revenue to ensure efficient and cost-effective programming
• Plan, conduct and supervise recreation operations and programs at community centers,
parks and other city facilities
• Process applications and issue park and facility use permits
• Coordinate and oversee fair and efficient use of athletic facilities for resident nonprofit
sports organizations
• Conduct cultural and historic park educational and interpretive programming
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 2,967,030$ 3,300,657$ 4,174,164$ 4,213,335$
Retirement Benefits 550,229 506,958 499,474 505,714
Health Insurance 187,990 234,414 360,427 380,054
Other Personnel Expenses 172,287 282,861 296,721 254,252
Personnel Services Subtotal 3,877,536 4,324,890 5,330,786 5,353,355
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 527,056 986,954 1,080,852 1,018,937
Supplies & Materials 565,230 612,621 655,625 633,709
Repair & Maintenance 1,007 433 4,220 1,354
Interdepartmental Charges 972,541 1,119,399 1,091,629 1,405,334
Other Operating Expenses 437,488 605,327 506,528 513,076
Capital Outlay 927 28,974 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 2,504,249 3,353,708 3,338,854 3,572,410
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 6,381,785$ 7,678,598$ 8,669,640$ 8,925,765$
General Fund 6,376,418$ 7,640,802$ 8,619,140$ 8,892,265$
Special Revenue Fund 5,367 37,796 50,500 33,500
Total Funding 6,381,785$ 7,678,598$ 8,669,640$ 8,925,765$
Full Time Positions 19.25 19.40 24.40 24.30
Hourly/FTE Positions 71.84 74.28 66.44 64.71
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• Serve as a certification site for aquatics training programs through the American Red Cross
• Provide programs that promote health and wellness and essential childhood development
• Arrange classes, seminars, transportation and professional services for seniors
• Arrange intergenerational programs that increase cooperation and interaction
• Provide congregate and home meals to seniors at little or no cost
• Recruit and manage volunteers supporting the Senior Center, Leo Carrillo Ranch, trails and
special events
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Began the design and fabrication process of a new interpretive exhibit at Leo Carrillo Ranch
Historic Park focusing on the Carrillo family life
• Co-administered the Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park preservation and maintenance
reroofing project
• Returned the Monroe Street Pool to regular weekday operating hours based on sustained
lifeguard staffing levels
• Held 11 lifeguard academies with a total of 70 participants and hired 40+ lifeguard staff
• Added year around youth basketball leagues for grades K-12
• Implemented partnership with Teri, Inc. to provide inclusion services for persons with
disabilities
• Implemented municipal sustainability rollout related to a ban on single use utensils and
organics/food scrap recycling
• Returned teen programming to the Pine Avenue Community Park Community Center with
the Youth Enrichment Services Community Resources Fair, Masked Night Out Event, Amped
Music and Arts Throwdown Event, and Teen Masterminds Club
• Received Green Certification for Pine Avenue Community Park Community Center from the
City of Carlsbad Green Business Program and became a member of the California Green
Business Network
GOALS
• Accommodate demand for the Senior Nutrition Meal Program due to COVID-19 impacts
• Expand adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center
• Offer programs that promote health and wellness and essential childhood development
• Augment staff with volunteers to build community and enhance fiscal stewardship
• Collaborate with the Friends of Carrillo Ranch to plan, design and implement a new
interpretive exhibit at Leo Carrillo Ranch
• Begin implementation of the department’s master plan actions related to services,
programs, events and fees
• Utilize 10,000 hours of volunteer service to support recreation programs
• Execute 85% of advertised recreation programs
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Hours of Volunteer Services used 21,009 23,000 25,000
Advertised programs executed 80% 85% 85%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: PARKS & TRAIL MAINTENANCE
Account: 00146XX Fund: General
ABOUT
The Parks & Recreation Department maintains approximately 432 acres of developed or scheduled to
be constructed community parks and special use areas, 51 miles of trails, 612 acres of habitat
preserves, urban forests and undeveloped lands, and landscaping for 58 acres of facilities.
SERVICES
• Manage turf, irrigation, drainage and landscaping at parks, civic facilities, beach accesses,
and school athletic fields
• Inspect and maintain restroom facilities and picnic areas
• Inspect and maintain playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, soccer, softball, baseball,
and multi-purpose fields
• Repair park structures, athletic field lighting, play equipment and other park fixtures
• Inspect and prune all city trees on a 4 to 4.5-year cycle and a 2 to 2.25-year supplemental
cycle for high-maintenance trees in accordance with Community Forest Management Plan
• Maintain existing citywide trails and coordinate development of new trails
• Manage the trails volunteers’ program
• Oversee maintenance and monitoring of preserves, urban forests and undeveloped lands
• Coordinate coastal activities with the California Department of Parks & Recreation, California
Coastal Commission and lagoon foundations
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,338,219$ 1,319,697$ 1,677,798$ 1,660,400$
Retirement Benefits 469,644 393,130 388,440 358,885
Health Insurance 219,414 206,498 315,806 303,804
Other Personnel Expenses 59,681 84,245 98,784 83,384
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,086,958 2,003,570 2,480,828 2,406,473
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 4,413,623 5,334,510 5,386,863 5,024,647
Supplies & Materials 211,169 313,206 381,834 317,422
Repair & Maintenance 479 607 500 380
Interdepartmental Charges 417,762 533,581 508,083 663,194
Other Operating Expenses 1,086,771 1,257,498 1,260,106 1,267,153
Capital Outlay 5,670 9,327 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 6,135,474 7,448,729 7,537,386 7,272,796
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 8,222,432$ 9,452,299$ 10,018,214$ 9,679,269$
Full Time Positions 19.45 19.45 20.40 19.40
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.10 3.10 3.85 3.10
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Resurfaced outdoor basketball courts at Stagecoach and Calavera Hills Community Park
• Resurfaced outdoor tennis courts at La Costa Canyon Community Park
• Resurfaced blockhouse restrooms floors at Aviara, Hidden Canyon, La Costa Canyon and
Laguna Riviera Community Parks
• Applied clear coat on playground surfacing at select parks to enhance UV protection
• Inspected and pruned city parks, facilities and trails trees on a 4-4.5-year cycle, and a 2-to-
2.25-year supplemental cycle for high maintenance trees
• Planted parks and trails trees within vacancies created by prior removals and planted new
parks and trails trees in accordance with the Community Forest Management Plan
• Performed sports lighting maintenance and enhancements at several community parks
• Retrofitted light fixtures on pathway lights at Holiday Park to energy efficient LED fixtures
• Repaired segments of Lake Calavera Trails with heavy equipment and erosion control
measures
• Executed a North Beach clean-up event with the Beach Preservation Commission
• Reused mulch generated at city parks and city facilities on city landscape
• Commenced administration of new maintenance services agreement for Work Category F,
Undeveloped Park Site, Urban Forests and Trailheads/Planters
• Assumed ongoing maintenance and operations of the Poinsettia Community Park Phase IV
Improvements, including a new Dog Park, parking lot and restroom facility
GOALS
• Inspect and prune city parks, facilities and trails trees on a 4 to 4.5-year cycle, and a 2 to
2.25-year supplemental cycle for high maintenance trees
• Add 500 total trees to the city’s inventory, including trees within parks, facilities and trails, in
accordance with City Council-adopted Community Forest Management Plan
• Plant parks and trails trees within vacancies created by prior removals in accordance with
the Community Forest Management Plan
• Execute two North Beach clean-up events with the Beach Preservation Commission
• Reuse 95% of mulch generated at city parks at city facilities
• Increase number of recycling receptacles at park and trail facilities by 10%
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Mulch generated in parks reused 95% 95% 95%
Increase in number of recycling receptacles at parks and trails 9% 10% 10%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: STREET TREE & MEDIAN MAINTENANCE
Account: 160 161 Fund: Special Revenue Special Revenue
ABOUT
The Street Tree Maintenance Assessment District provides maintenance to all city-accepted street
trees within the public right-of-way, including specialized maintenance for street trees in the
Downtown Carlsbad Village area.
The Median Maintenance Assessment District provides landscape and irrigation maintenance for
approximately 68 acres of median planters and nine acres of developed parkways and streetscapes,
including the Downtown Carlsbad Village area.
SERVICES
• Inspect and prune all city trees on a 4 to 4.5-year cycle and a 2 to 2.25-year supplemental
cycle for high maintenance trees
• Respond to street tree service requests and provide storm and emergency assistance as
necessary
• Refine, support, administer and inspect the tree maintenance block pruning program
• Plant street trees and median trees within vacancies created by prior removals in
accordance with the Community Forest Management Plan
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 380,649$ 286,997$ 352,201$ 482,778$
Retirement Benefits 133,838 106,799 83,271 102,215
Health Insurance 40,575 32,090 43,827 64,332
Other Personnel Expenses 16,542 22,655 19,981 23,869
Personnel Services Subtotal 571,604 448,541 499,280 673,194
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 870,627 1,033,880 1,299,750 1,299,750
Supplies & Materials 21,099 11,483 45,222 45,222
Repair & Maintenance - 4 - -
Interdepartmental Charges (21,797) 75,070 (6,117) 11,177
Other Operating Expenses 345,113 315,250 372,000 372,000
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,215,042 1,435,687 1,710,855 1,728,149
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,786,646$ 1,884,228$ 2,210,135$ 2,401,343$
Full Time Positions 4.45 4.85 3.90 4.85
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.53 1.53 0.78 1.53
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• Perform plan checks, conduct inspections and assume maintenance responsibility for street
trees of development projects or ensure a street tree maintenance agreement is executed
and recorded by the developer
• Administer and oversee landscape and irrigation maintenance for all city median planters
and developed parkways and streetscapes, including litter control, weed abatement,
pruning, shrub and tree refurbishment and irrigation repairs
• Perform plan checks, conduct inspections and assume maintenance responsibility for
medians and parkways constructed from city capital improvement projects and private
development, or ensure a median and parkway maintenance agreement is executed and
recorded by the developer
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Inspected and pruned city street trees and median trees on a 4 to 4.5-year cycle and a 2 to
2.25-year supplemental cycle for high maintenance trees
• Responded to approximately 600 street tree service requests and provided storm and
emergency assistance as necessary
• Plan checked, inspected and assumed maintenance responsibility of street trees of
development projects or ensured a street tree maintenance agreement was executed and
recorded by developer
• Administered and oversaw landscape and irrigation maintenance for all city median planters
and developed parkways and streetscapes
GOALS
• Respond to tree service requests and provide storm and emergency assistance as necessary
• Refine, support, administer and inspect tree maintenance block pruning program
• Inspect and prune streets and medians trees on a 4 to 4.5-year cycle and a 2 to 2.25-year
supplemental cycle for high maintenance trees
• Add 500 total trees to the city’s inventory, including those within street rights-of-way and
medians, in accordance with City Council-adopted Community Forest Management Plan
• Administer and oversee landscape and irrigation maintenance for all city median planters
and developed parkways
• Inspect 5,000 trees for pruning
• Increase number of recycling receptacles within the Downtown Village and Northern Beach
Streetscapes by 10% to support waste diversion objectives
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Street trees inspected for pruning 5,060 5,587 5,000
Increase in number of recycling receptacles within
Downtown Village and Northern Beach Streetscapes 8% 12% 10%
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COMMUNITY SERVICES |
PARKS & RECREATION: THE CROSSINGS AT CARLSBAD
MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
Account: 572 Fund: Enterprise
ABOUT
The Crossings at Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course is an 18-hole municipal golf course and event facility.
Amenities for public use include a 6,835-yard championship golf course, a clubhouse complete with a
golf shop, players’ lounge, sunset patio, banquet facilities, fireplace lit dining room, full-service
kitchen, outdoor deck with ocean views, and three miles of hiking trails that connect to Veterans
Memorial Park. JC Management, Inc. manages this facility via an agreement with the Carlsbad Public
Financing Authority.
SERVICES
• Administer management and operations agreement with JC Management, Inc.
• Maintain and renovate golf and non-golf turf, landscaping, drainage and irrigation systems
• Maintain and repair clubhouse, snack bar, restrooms and picnic areas available for patrons
• Oversee food and beverage services at the players’ lounge, sunset patio, Canyons Restaurant
and snack bar
• Manage sales and marketing for golf and non-golf activities, special events, banquets,
weddings and other gatherings
• Train and oversee marshals, greeters and assistants servicing the course and clubhouse
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Enhanced wedding offerings by completing the conversion of an existing storage room into a
groom preparation suite
• Enhanced wedding and banquet opportunities with the design and construction of an event
patio outside the front entrance to the clubhouse and adjacent to the new bridal suite
• Performed planned replacement of duplex sewer tank and pump station at the snack bar
restrooms
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 295,023$ 576,558$ 311,000$ 317,000$
Supplies & Materials - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges - - - -
Other Operating Expenses 6,279,349 7,694,545 8,199,000 8,794,000
Capital Outlay 144,143 74,225 685,000 1,010,000
Operating Expenses Subtotal 6,718,515 8,345,328 9,195,000 10,121,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 6,718,515$ 8,345,328$ 9,195,000$ 10,121,000$
Full Time Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Completed planned maintenance of the golf course parking lot including slurry and striping
which maintains the parking lot and enhances the overall experience at the facility
• Completed planned cart path maintenance to remove deviations at multiple areas of the
property
• Replaced multiple pieces of kitchen equipment to ensure staff provide guests
consistent/fresh products
• Arranged for permitting, fabrication and installation of wayfinding banners on street light
poles at The Crossings Drive and Palomar Airport Road to improve visibility of the course and
restaurant
• Continued implementation of water conservation and turf replacement plan for areas out of
play along Palomar Airport Road
• Tilled and replenished sand and improved drainage in selective green-side bunkers
• Improved drainage on select fairways and greens
• Ordered, received and deployed the scheduled replacement of the lithium battery operated
golf cart fleet and ancillary cart fleet
• Ordered, received and replaced designated maintenance vehicles, carts and riding
equipment
GOALS
• Ensure the pace of play is under five hours per round of golf, via staff educating and
expediting patrons, and meet pace of play goal on at least 90% of rounds played
• Execute a Capital Improvement Plan with projects that have an anticipated return on
investment or are needed for maintenance effectiveness or safety considerations
• Enhance wedding and banquet opportunities with the design and construction of upgrades
to the westside patio
• Initiate design and permitting of entertainment bays at the driving range for an elevated
experience of patrons
• Improve guest experience and facility appearance by replacing original patio furniture on the
Canyon’s Restaurant Patio
• Upgrade multiple pieces of kitchen equipment to improve restaurant efficiency, increase
employee enjoyment and contribute to enticing menu items
• Order and replace designated maintenance vehicles, carts and riding equipment
• Till, replenish sand and improve drainage in selective green-side bunkers
• Replace carpeting within the clubhouse golf shop and offices
• Design a permanent structure at the Starter area to improve overall employee/guest
experience and property aesthetics
• Renovate and replenish planter areas around the clubhouse and other areas of the golf
course
• Increase number of banquets and receptions by 2% over fiscal year 2022-23, after
substantial increases in such events during the past two fiscal years as a rebound from the
effects of COVID-19
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Golf rounds that met pacing goal 91% 91% 90%
Increase in number of banquets and receptions hosted -23% 20% 2%
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Administrative Services is a transparent, innovative
and efficient support services branch that is
accountable for the assets entrusted to it. The
branch, comprised of finance, human resources
and risk management, innovation & economic
development, information technology, and internal
audit provides related services to city staff and the
public as well as promotes a strong local economy.
Our employees work together to add value to
organizational processes, provide timely and
reliable service to our community and business
partners, and find creative solutions to problems
while protecting our assets. Key roles also include
attracting and retaining a talented and engaged
city workforce and ensuring the economic vitality
of the city.
Laura Rocha
Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services
442-339-2430
laura.rocha@carlsbadca.gov
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
ADMINISTRATION
Account: 0011110 Fund: General
ABOUT
Administrative Services Administration provides financial, analytical, budget, strategic and
administrative support to the Administrative Services Branch and organization.
SERVICES
• Provide branch leadership and strategic support, long-range financial management and
budget oversight, internal audit, contract administration, and records management
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Recommended a strategically balanced budget, maintaining City Council approved reserve
levels
• Developed internal audit plan for fiscal year 2022-23 comprised of value-add audit
engagements including an audit of the city’s transient occupancy tax revenues and an
evaluation of the city’s management of employee access to its business enterprise systems
• Implemented a fraud and ethics hotline for use by city employees which serves as a tool that
enables employees to report concerns regarding possible cases of fraud, waste or abuse of
city resources
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages -$ 450,490$ 475,970$ 503,810$
Retirement Benefits - 118,051 114,312 113,580
Health Insurance - 44,414 48,747 47,717
Other Personnel Expenses - 12,215 14,411 14,256
Personnel Services Subtotal - 625,170 653,440 679,363
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services - 21,450 30,000 30,000
Supplies & Materials - 7,448 9,790 6,550
Repair & Maintenance - - 100 50
Interdepartmental Charges - 45,444 45,407 62,794
Other Operating Expenses - 7,044 9,060 5,350
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal - 81,386 94,357 104,744
TOTAL EXPENDITURES -$ 706,556$ 747,797$ 784,107$
Full Time Positions 0.00 3.00 3.00 3.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.50 0.70 0.70
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GOALS
• Ensure the city’s short and long-term financial status is healthy and sound
• Work with city leadership and City Council to develop plans for addressing any forecast
shortfalls in funding for operations and infrastructure
• Evaluate opportunities for bond refinancing that will result in savings
• Enhance transparency, accountability and integrity in operational areas using innovation and
technology to streamline procedures and processes
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Delivery of value-added internal audit engagements 2 4 4
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
FINANCE
Account: 0011310 Fund: General
ABOUT
As a steward of the city’s assets and liabilities, the Finance Department sets and implements a
strategic financial management plan and provides information in an effective and timely manner,
ensuring the city makes sound financial decisions.
SERVICES
• Oversee the city budget and long-range financial planning
• Monitor the economy closely and continuously update the city’s Ten-Year Financial Forecast
to ensure the General Fund remains in balance throughout the year
• Present quarterly financial updates to the City Council
• Provide general accounting and reporting
• Support treasury administration
• Manage debt, cashiering, purchasing, utility billing and business licensing
• Process payroll and payments
• Manage receiving, messenger and mail services
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Completed the mid-year budget review process, which identified budget savings and allowed
the City Council to direct these funds to support its goals
• Upgraded the city’s current financial information system to the latest platform
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 2,813,045$ 2,426,807$ 2,381,968$ 2,502,791$
Retirement Benefits 952,788 716,699 595,494 557,662
Health Insurance 390,664 365,511 412,860 439,855
Other Personnel Expenses 74,318 77,450 83,476 80,739
Personnel Services Subtotal 4,230,815 3,586,467 3,473,798 3,581,047
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 757,573 1,086,675 910,940 781,180
Supplies & Materials 217,738 216,122 294,320 288,405
Repair & Maintenance 7,678 8,858 13,975 33,850
Interdepartmental Charges 421,112 480,121 706,753 588,661
Other Operating Expenses 175,947 244,851 72,390 50,225
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 1,580,048 2,036,627 1,998,378 1,742,321
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 5,810,863$ 5,623,094$ 5,472,176$ 5,323,368$
Full Time Positions 31.00 28.00 26.00 26.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.50 3.00 3.00 3.00
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• Completed the Master Fee Schedule update
• Completed FEMA reimbursement submission and required reporting for various COVID-19-
related grants, including the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Completed implementation of new accounting guidance for lease accounting under GASB 87
• Started implementation of new accounting guidance for subscription-based information
technology agreements under GASB 96 which is scheduled for completion in July 2023
• Maintained a balanced operating budget and submitted a balanced budget to City Council
for fiscal year 2023-24
• Assisted in the negotiation process for three of the city’s bargaining units, the Carlsbad City
Employees Association, the Carlsbad Firefighters Association and the Carlsbad Police Officers
Association
• Assisted with program-specific external audits including Utilities, Public Works and Police
• Adopted a cost recovery policy
• Adopted an updated travel policy and implemented a new digital reimbursement form and
process
GOALS
• Continue to monitor the economy and its impact to the Ten-Year Forecast to ensure the
General Fund remains in balance
• Continue to improve procedures to mitigate risk through additional controls in payables
process
• Complete an updated cost allocation plan
• Establish a Section 115 Pension Trust
• Implement several modules in the city’s financial information system to increase efficiency
and enhance internal controls, including budgeting and contract management
• Continue supporting program-specific audit requests for funding the city receives
• Complete implementation and maintenance and GASB 96
• Expand the use of electronic bidding to increase efficiencies in the procurement process
• Continue working with IT and Human Resources to develop a strategic plan for future
technology system consolidations
Performance Measure FY2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
General Fund Reserve Ratio 61% 59% 59%
Credit rating AAA AAA AAA
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
HUMAN RESOURCES: SUMMARY
HUMAN RESOURCES
• Human Resources
• Risk Management
• Workers’ Compensation
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,859,530$ 2,022,816$ 2,226,427$ 2,377,979$
Retirement Benefits 598,304 526,140 522,408 508,803
Health Insurance 174,905 177,829 218,572 214,590
Other Personnel Expenses 27,662 (26,365) 71,844 69,943
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,660,401 2,700,420 3,039,251 3,171,315
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 3,594,989 4,636,313 5,009,864 6,634,670
Supplies & Materials 105,691 86,264 100,174 87,605
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 249,648 355,416 351,220 428,749
Other Operating Expenses 5,666,592 8,109,713 5,051,850 6,583,780
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 9,616,920 13,187,706 10,513,108 13,734,804
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 12,277,321$ 15,888,126$ 13,552,359$ 16,906,119$
General Fund 4,359,159$ 4,388,148$ 5,264,775$ 5,029,995$
Internal Service Fund 7,918,162$ 11,499,978$ 8,287,584$ 11,876,124$
TOTAL FUNDING 12,277,321$ 15,888,126$ 13,552,359$ 16,906,119$
Full Time Positions 17.00 17.00 18.00 18.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.20 2.20 2.20 2.20
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
HUMAN RESOURCES: HUMAN RESOURCES
Account: 00115XX Fund: General ABOUT
The Human Resources Department provides services for the employees of the city so they can
provide the highest level of service to the public. The responsibilities of the department serve to
support the creation of a high-performance work culture that can carry out the vision for the
organization as defined by the City Council and the City Manager. The primary objectives are
achieving compliance with federal and state mandates, making process improvements to increase
efficiency and effectiveness and helping the city remain resilient while delivering exceptional service.
SERVICES
• Monitor and maintain employment compliance
• Manage recruitment, retention and onboarding, including the diversity outreach, internship
and Department of Defense SkillBridge programs
• Provide citywide support to departments regarding workforce planning
• Manage employee engagement, learning and development programs
• Manage employee relations, investigations and labor relations
• Conduct classification studies
• Maintain competitive and equitable compensation structures
• Manage employee benefits and personnel actions
• Administer leaves of absence and workplace accommodations
• Develop and maintain diversity, equity and inclusion program to include training, cultural
and educational engagement opportunities for staff
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,537,269$ 1,731,710$ 1,924,419$ 1,886,363$
Retirement Benefits 492,744 440,024 446,332 400,483
Health Insurance 131,789 133,880 163,101 139,356
Other Personnel Expenses 38,766 49,124 61,483 55,623
Personnel Services Subtotal 2,200,568 2,354,738 2,595,335 2,481,825
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,385,821 1,301,387 1,707,864 1,550,170
Supplies & Materials 101,202 82,280 95,174 82,605
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 238,056 331,512 315,252 379,315
Other Operating Expenses 433,512 318,231 551,150 536,080
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 2,158,591 2,033,410 2,669,440 2,548,170
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,359,159$ 4,388,148$ 5,264,775$ 5,029,995$
Full Time Positions 14.00 14.00 15.00 14.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 2.20 2.20 2.20 2.20
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Provided all mandated training to employees to remain compliant with state and federal law
• Offered classes and leadership academies to support the organization’s learning needs and
professional growth
• Processed over 5,500 job applications in fiscal year 2022-23
• Filled over 354 vacant full-time and part-time positions in fiscal year 2022-23
• Completed 83 full-time promotions in fiscal year 2022-23
• Conducted multiple executive recruitments without the use of independent contractors,
resulting in estimated $140,000 cost avoidance
• Conducted negotiations for new labor contracts with the Carlsbad Firefighters’ Association
and Carlsbad City Employees’ Association
• Partnered with over 30 San Diego organizations for City of Carlsbad job postings to support
the diversity outreach program
• Updated the Peer Advisor Liaison program for new employees
• Met and conferred with bargaining units on multiple HR related policies and laws
• Implemented Catastrophic Leave Donation and Equal Employment Opportunity programs
• Negotiated with vendors to provide lower-cost and enhanced-no-cost employee benefits
• Collaborated with North Zone Fire agencies to share cost of job analyses for Fire Engineer,
Captain and Battalion Chief positions to validate promotional assessment process
• Worked with Fire Department to create a program designed to prepare part time EMTs to be
eligible to apply for full time EMT and then, as a career path, an opportunity to compete for
vacant Paramedic Firefighter positions
GOALS
• Maintain 100% compliance for legally mandated employee training
• Maintain a voluntary turnover rate of 10% or less
• Develop new Let’s Connect program for performance management
• Enhance the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion program; expand professional development and
enrichment opportunities
• Use SkillBridge program in partnership with the Department of Defense to provide career
transition opportunities for those transitioning out of military service
• Implement new or updated employment and labor compliance policies
• Negotiate MOU re-opener with Carlsbad Police Officers’ Association
• Review employee benefits to maintain compliance and industry standards
• Establish an employee wellness program
• Review compensation structure to maintain market competitiveness and increase retention
• Use data analytics in all program areas
• Expand social media outreach for recruitments
• Collaborate with other North Zone fire agencies annually to conduct joint promotional
assessments to save time and money and improve processes
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Actual
FY 2024
Estimated
Voluntary turnover rate 4% 8% 6%
Legally mandated employee training compliance rate 100% 100% 100%
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
HUMAN RESOURCES: RISK MANAGEMENT
Account: 6121930 Fund: Internal Service
ABOUT
Risk Management administers funding of the self-insured and insured portions of the city’s liability
insurance program which helps protect the city’s financial interests. Risk Management works closely
with the City Attorney’s Office and outside legal counsel to monitor, control and resolve litigated
claims. Risk Management also works to recover monetary losses to city property caused by the
negligence of third parties. The risk manager serves as the city’s Americans with Disabilities Act
Coordinator and assists with ongoing efforts of the city to comply with Title II of the ADA.
Additionally, Risk Management oversees the city’s safety compliance program.
SERVICES
• Manage all liability claims received by the city
• Collaborate and resolve all risk management-related litigation with the City Attorney’s Office
• Pursue loss recovery and manage loss prevention program for employee-related losses
• Evaluate and provide advice regarding insurance purchases
• Manage subrogation of third-party damage to city assets
• Monitor compliance related to insurance requirements for all citywide independent
contractors
• Manage the citywide Safety Program (injury prevention and Cal-OSHA compliance)
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 208,192$ 214,241$ 211,880$ 309,197$
Retirement Benefits 72,127 62,233 53,373 69,806
Health Insurance 31,011 31,313 33,442 43,245
Other Personnel Expenses 6,980 (46,401) 7,208 9,165
Personnel Services Subtotal 318,310 261,386 305,903 431,413
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,672,661 2,647,783 2,516,000 4,199,500
Supplies & Materials 4,489 3,984 5,000 5,000
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 10,632 23,196 23,967 32,619
Other Operating Expenses 669,043 1,583,382 929,700 2,049,700
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 2,356,825 4,258,345 3,474,667 6,286,819
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,675,135$ 4,519,731$ 3,780,570$ 6,718,232$
Full Time Positions 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.50
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Established safety compliance officer role and reduced reliance on outside consultants
• Updated the Injury & Illness Prevention Program and led implementation of department
specific safety programs as outlined by CalOSHA regulations
• Passed a CalOSHA inspection resulting in no fines and no discrepancies
• Conducted a Job Hazard Analysis for all major maintenance activities in Public Works and
trained staff on required procedures that limit staff and contractor exposure to hazardous
materials as well as limit damage to city facilities
• Worked with departments to conduct Safety Surveys to enhance safety compliance
• Developed in-house city staff safety training for forklift training, confined space and lockout
tagout
• Conducted work site safety audits and developed a plan to continue these at city facilities
and work sites
GOALS
• Enhance the safety program to ensure better training of employees and fewer accidents
• Close at least 80% of open and pending claims
• Obtain city property loss recoveries at 75% or higher
• Enhance safety committee meetings for each department
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses of high-risk job activities in Police and Fire departments
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures to maintain compliance with CalOSHA regulations
• Expand employee training and decrease use of outside safety vendors
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Actual
FY 2024
Estimated
New claims that are closed 88% 85% 80%
Recovered damages to city property 78% 76% 75%
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THIS YEAR’S BUDGET
• Increased budget for insurance premiums and legal expenses to cover anticipated higher
liability and property insurance premiums and legal fees for the coming year
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
HUMAN RESOURCES: WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Account: 6111520 Fund: Internal Service
ABOUT
This internal service fund is used to support the work-related injury and illness program.
SERVICES
• Work with injured employees and physicians to ensure timely medical treatment
• Coordinate employees’ return to work, including light duty assignments
• Work directly with injured employees to settle outstanding claims without litigation
• Provide information and recommendations to department supervisors to prevent work-
related injuries
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Implemented new policies and practices to comply with new legal mandates
• Resolved and closed 273 claims in fiscal year 2021-22 and 233 claims in fiscal year 2022-23
• Enhanced the workers’ compensation claims auditing process and trend analysis to identify
patterns and implement additional safety measures to prevent claims
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 114,069$ 76,865$ 90,128$ 182,419$
Retirement Benefits 33,433 23,883 22,703 38,514
Health Insurance 12,105 12,636 22,029 31,989
Other Personnel Expenses (18,084) (29,088) 3,153 5,155
Personnel Services Subtotal 141,523 84,296 138,013 258,077
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 536,507 687,143 786,000 885,000
Supplies & Materials - - - -
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 960 708 12,001 16,815
Other Operating Expenses 4,564,037 6,208,100 3,571,000 3,998,000
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 5,101,504 6,895,951 4,369,001 4,899,815
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 5,243,027$ 6,980,247$ 4,507,014$ 5,157,892$
Full Time Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.50
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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GOALS
• Improve process to monitor lost days of work
• Ensure workers’ compensation data is shared with management regularly to effect change
• Make recommendations to reduce the number of days an employee is out of the workplace
due to a work-related cause
• Ensure employees receive timely treatment to reach maximum medical improvement
• Work directly with injured employees to settle claims without litigation
• Enhance workers’ compensation strategic plan and use of data analytics
• Minimize the number of lost days of work due to work-related injuries and illnesses
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Actual
FY 2024
Estimated
Average lost days of work per claim 56 35 55
Litigated claims as percent of open claims 2% 2% 2%
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN THIS YEAR’S BUDGET
• Increased budget to cover anticipated higher costs for excess insurance, the State of
California Office of Self Insurance Plans (OSIP) annual fee, and medical-related expenses for
the coming year.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Account: 640, 641 Fund: Internal Service
ABOUT
The Information Technology Department supports and continuously improves essential technology
solutions and infrastructure for enabling the day-to-day operations of the city. IT provides leadership
to deliver secure, reliable and cost-effective solutions aligned with City Council priorities and city
initiatives.
SERVICES
• Administer and oversee the department’s use of resources and formation of priorities
• Support operations through implementation and support of technology infrastructure
• Implement and support enterprise software applications and systems
• Provide project management services to ensure all technology implementations and system
upgrades are performed in a standardized methodology
• Provide business system specialist support to help ensure technology is meeting business
needs
• Provide client services through a service desk, PC support and strategic initiatives
• Support public safety through technology implementation and support specifically designed
for the unique requirements of the Police and Fire departments
• Oversee information technology security policies and practices as well as threat investigation
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 4,115,428$ 3,992,390$ 5,105,721$ 5,179,271$
Retirement Benefits 1,390,694 1,212,662 1,115,814 1,198,324
Health Insurance 524,700 490,649 713,650 693,969
Other Personnel Expenses (265,758) (610,349) 161,902 158,923
Personnel Services Subtotal 5,765,064 5,085,352 7,097,087 7,230,487
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 1,868,980 835,433 1,331,000 1,236,659
Supplies & Materials 184,712 214,385 134,497 131,197
Repair & Maintenance 2,948,269 3,532,515 4,295,130 5,239,978
Interdepartmental Charges 25,608 32,724 35,668 73,864
Other Operating Expenses 2,043,554 1,811,075 1,793,150 1,703,550
Capital Outlay 1,460,141 896,160 791,435 1,021,740
Operating Expenses Subtotal 8,531,264 7,322,292 8,380,880 9,406,988
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 14,296,328$ 12,407,644$ 15,477,967$ 16,637,475$
Full Time Positions 37.00 37.00 43.00 43.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 0.99 0.50
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Launched the ServiceNow Service Portal in October of 2022 simplifying engagement with IT
by providing a user-friendly interface for reporting issues and requesting equipment/services
• Enhanced the staff identity management solution, technology infrastructure, audio-visual
capabilities, supported data analytics initiatives and numerous cyber security programs
• Upgraded enterprise applications including the Community Development permitting and
licensing system, staff timekeeping, and city record management system along with an update
to the library catalog system that allows for a more diverse and inclusive library catalog
• Began implementation of a new enterprise asset management solution, construction project
management solution, enterprise digital asset management system, electronic plan reviews
for community development, staff report/agenda management system, Facility Security
Master Plan assessment and Police computer-aided dispatch and mobile system
• Completed over 10,000 service desk tickets, deployed more than 200 mobile devices and
400 computers, and supported numerous building construction and remodel projects
including Police and Fire headquarters, Fire Station 2 and Temporary Fire Station 7
• Updated the library’s hardware platforms including materials handling system and audio-
visual upgrades in the Exploration HUB and integrated the computer management system
with the Parks & Recreation’s public computer labs, so patrons have the same uniform
experience at both departments’ facilities
GOALS
• Consolidate and upgrade enterprise applications such as the utility billing customer portal,
finance management system and the museum collection management system
• Implement facility monitoring solution, fleet telematics and a project portfolio management
system
• Continue implementation of enterprise asset management, construction project
management, enterprise digital asset management solutions, electronic plan reviews for
Community Development, staff report/agenda management system, and Police computer-
aided dispatch and mobile system
• Expand software platform for affordable housing management, records management
system forms, business process automation and citywide analytics
• Develop resource management tools/action plan for projects and IT service improvements
• Support phases two and three of the Police and Fire Headquarters remodel
• Continue modernization of IT infrastructure for projects supporting improved security and
data analytics, such as extending the Carlsbad Digital Information Network, deploying
applications in support of the city's data science efforts, developing a cyber security
program, installing closed-circuit video cameras at various city locations, and consolidating
disparate endpoint management systems
• Execute significant upgrades to the library’s materials management system functionality
• Reduce critical incidents to under industry standards of 2.5%
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Actual
FY 2024
Estimated
Critical ticket incidents 2.42% 2.12% 0.50%
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES |
INNOVATION & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Account: 0011033
0011035
Fund: General
ABOUT
Innovation & Economic Development supports a vibrant and diverse economy by cultivating a culture
of innovation and collaboration among city departments and regular engagement with the business
community. I&ED also provides citywide data services including managing the Data Governance
Committee, implementing the Citywide Data Governance and Management policy and providing
training for citywide data initiatives to power data-driven decision making with analytics and data
visualization.
SERVICES
• Conduct business expansion, attraction and retention activities
• Serve all industry sectors through innovative efforts in talent attraction, traded economies
and fostering of business clusters that provide for an inclusive economy
• Develop and maintain innovative business support programs and act as the city’s liaison to
the business community to remove barriers to economic growth and vitality
• Provide governance and training for citywide data initiatives to power data-driven decision
making with advanced analytics and data visualization
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 662,249$ 656,268$ 1,247,953$ 1,267,824$
Retirement Benefits 175,812 178,995$ 285,472 290,160$
Health Insurance 55,344 53,963$ 153,691 149,353$
Other Personnel Expenses 15,622 18,111$ 39,591 37,555$
Personnel Services Subtotal 909,027 907,337 1,726,707 1,744,892
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 392,923 217,259 411,400 384,000
Supplies & Materials 65,200 86,165 72,259 67,760
Repair & Maintenance - - 105,400 105,400
Interdepartmental Charges 53,820 104,280 227,128 261,937
Other Operating Expenses 6,498 19,122 43,057 44,500
Capital Outlay 135 - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 518,576 426,826 859,244 863,597
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,427,603$ 1,334,163$ 2,585,951$ 2,608,489$
Full Time Positions 4.00 4.00 9.00 9.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00
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• Provide cartography and mapping services to city departments and maintain parcel, address
and zonings records with interactive public access to city land use maps
• Provide citywide training in design thinking, strategic planning, innovation thinking, process
improvement and re-engineering, data management, data analytics and data visualization
• Provide data systems consultation, evaluation, migration and data system upgrades to
ensure business continuity while replacing legacy systems
• Identify key performance indicators with departments in connection to the City Council
strategic plan to gauge progress, and insights to make better informed data-driven decisions
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Developed and adopted the city’s first Economic Development Strategic Plan, which will
guide economic development efforts for the next five years
• Expanded Economic Insights and Intelligence program to deliver various data products
including quarterly economic scans
• Launched the Job-Readiness Room pilot to connect disadvantaged workers with job
opportunities in Carlsbad and across North County
• Expanded Life in Action Recruiter platform to connect more than 400 job-seekers to Carlsbad
companies
• Implemented the Age-Friendly Carlsbad initiative, a cross-departmental project supported
by AARP to support intergenerational activities and older adults
• Spurred the creation of innovative data visualization tools to support city goals
• Implemented a council approved data governance and management policy
GOALS
• Expand and optimize support services for city businesses and city departments engaging
with businesses, including reaching more companies through business expansion, attraction
and retention, also known as BEAR activities
• Convene industry advisory groups to ensure the city is aware of current and anticipated
challenges for our diverse business community
• Create and deploy new and innovative programs to support business resiliency
• Provide more hours of data training to city staff
• Develop a coordinated approach to citywide data-driven decisions
• Develop training for performance management, data and continuous improvement
• Establish Carlsbad Works to develop a performance management system that highlights data
management and data governance citywide
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Companies reached through BEAR activities 40 45 50
Hours of data training conducted 28 20 30
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES | MISCELLANEOUS NON-DEPARTMENTAL
Account: 00190XX Fund: General
ABOUT
The miscellaneous non-departmental budget accounts for all General Fund transfers to other funds,
City Council contingencies and other miscellaneous General Fund expenses, such as outside legal
counsel, personnel vacancy savings, citywide final vacation pay, and citywide dues and subscriptions.
COVID-19 related expenditures in fiscal years 2020-21 and 2021-22 are associated with the COVID-19
Economic Recovery and Revitalization Initiative and COVID-19 specific expenditures that the city
believes are recoverable through various reimbursements. Vacancy savings, or anticipated personnel
savings over the course of the fiscal year, were first added to the budget in fiscal year 2022-23.
Accounting for $2 million in vacancy savings will allow for budgeted personnel costs to align with
actual personnel costs more closely in the General Fund.
The Carlsbad Strategic Plan includes a strategic objective to work with the San Diego Association of
Governments and the North County Transit District to prioritize, determine costs, and work with state
and federal representatives to seek funding for preliminary design and technical studies for lowering
the railroad tracks in the Village. At budget adoption, the City Council appropriated $5.22 million
from the General Fund Reserve and directed staff to request that the San Diego Association of
Governments, or SANDAG, submit a FY 2023 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program application
for the project as the lead agency.
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Miscellaneous Non-Departmental Expenditures
Legal Services 755,312 519,683$ 1,000,000$ 750,000$
Community Contributions & Railroad Trenching 2,595 -$ - 5,220,000
Personnel Related 184,337 155,595$ 1,050,000 1,637,000
Professional Services 34,194 33,980$ 41,658 39,700
Property Tax and Other Administration 759,165 725,588$ 750,000 750,000
Dues and Subscriptions 72,714 75,069$ 80,000 80,000
COVID-19 Related 245,579 177,677$ - -
Vacancy Savings - - (2,000,000) (2,000,000)
Other Miscellaneous Expenditures 1,055,650 50,787$ 100,000 100,000
Miscellaneous Non-Departmental Subtotal 3,109,546 1,738,379 1,021,658 6,576,700
General Fund Transfers
Transfer to General Capital Construction Fund 4,500,000 13,283,056 3,956,000 11,600,000
Transfer to Infrastructure Replacement Fund 4,500,000 283,000 3,956,000 4,200,000
Transfer from Infrastructure Replacement Fund - - - -
Transfer to Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program - 10,656,000 3,956,000 4,200,000
Transfer to LLD #1 (Medians & Trees)700,000 1,390,000 1,400,000 1,570,000
Transfer to Storm Water Program 281,040 322,000 332,000 340,000
Miscellaneous Transfers Out 47,031,506 993,748 - -
General Fund Transfers Subtotal 57,012,546 26,927,804 13,600,000 21,910,000
City Council Contingencies
Contingencies - - 500,000 500,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 60,122,092$ 28,666,183$ 15,121,658$ 28,986,700$
G-1
POLICY & LEADERSHIP
The City of Carlsbad follows a council-manager form
of government, where elected City Council members
provide direction on the policies and regulations that
govern the operations of the city. The Policy &
Leadership branch includes the following areas:
• Office of the City Council
• Office of the City Treasurer (elected)
• Office of the City Manager
• Office of the City Attorney
• Office of the City Clerk (elected)
• Communication & Engagement
The City Council appoints the City Manager, City
Attorney and members of the city’s boards,
commissions and committees. The Office of the City
Manager handles administration and oversight of the
city organization, including hiring the city workforce,
supervising city departments and ensuring the City
Council’s policy priorities are met.
Scott Chadwick
City Manager
442-339-2820
manager@carlsbadca.gov
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G-3
POLICY & LEADERSHIP |
OFFICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Account: 0011010 Fund: General
ABOUT
As the legislative body of the city, the Office of the City Council establishes the policies and
regulations under which the city operates.
SERVICES
The City Council, as a legislative body, approves direction, policies and regulations that govern the
operations of the city. The City Council appoints residents to serve on various boards and
commissions and may serve as city representatives on regional boards such as SANDAG, North
County Transit District and the San Diego County Water Authority.
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Established a Growth Management Citizens Committee to provide the City Council with a
balanced consideration of a range of perspectives on key elements that should be addressed
in a new plan to manage growth, while maintaining an excellent quality of life and complying
with state law
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 274,624$ 278,071$ 295,280$ 308,869$
Retirement Benefits 84,102 73,340 62,121 47,173
Health Insurance 85,962 79,678 85,148 42,729
Other Personnel Expenses 6,390 7,319 6,478 6,539
Personnel Services Subtotal 451,078 438,408 449,027 405,310
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 5,453 201 46,500 25,300
Supplies & Materials 6,211 5,450 25,310 24,422
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 25,020 79,800 88,478 102,968
Other Operating Expenses 215 10,285 42,905 49,078
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 36,899 95,736 203,193 201,768
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 487,977$ 534,144$ 652,220$ 607,078$
Full Time Positions 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Allocated $2 million in funding for traffic safety efforts related to the Declaration of Local
Emergency to address an over 200% increase in collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since
2019, to increase attention and resources on a range of solutions including infrastructure,
safety, enforcement and a focus on safe driving behavior education
• Adopted the city’s 5-Year Strategic Plan, a plan with policy goals to reflect the most
important priorities of the community
• Approved the creation of a Community-Police Engagement Commission to help strengthen
and maintain an excellent relationship between the Carlsbad Police Department and the
community
• Adopted the Economic Development Strategic Plan, a roadmap that will guide the city’s
economic development activities for the next five years, providing resources, support and
opportunities for the diverse businesses that support Carlsbad’s community and contribute
to the city’s unique character
• Adopted the Carlsbad Homelessness Action Plan, a long-term strategic initiative aimed at
reducing homelessness and its impacts on the community
GOALS
The City Council is focused on advancing the goals identified in the city’s 5-Year Strategic Plan. Work
is centered around the following five goal themes:
• Economic vitality
• Sustainability and the environment
• Community character
• Quality of life and safety
• Organizational excellence and fiscal health
G-5
POLICY & LEADERSHIP |
OFFICE OF THE CITY TREASURER
Account: 0010310 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Office of the City Treasurer provides cash and investment management services which adhere to
the city’s Investment Policy and meet the changing investment needs of the city to optimize
investment returns, consistent with maintaining safety of principal, ensuring sufficient liquidity and
return on investment.
SERVICES
• Manage reporting and oversight of the city’s cash and investments RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Ensured that all city departments are fluent in cash handling and banking best practices
• Assisted with planning and implementation of the new payment portals for permitting
• Maintained a competitive yet prudent investment yield
GOALS
• Anticipate and meet the changing investment needs of the city to optimize investment
returns, consistent with maintaining safety of principal while ensuring sufficient liquidity and
return on investment
• Maintain a maximum modified duration of less than 2.2%
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 87,323$ 90,849$ 93,617$ 122,253$
Retirement Benefits 32,101 26,286 22,729 26,546
Health Insurance 25,958 25,530 26,346 21,348
Other Personnel Expenses 2,368 2,820 2,906 3,473
Personnel Services Subtotal 147,750 145,485 145,598 173,620
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 57,086 63,348 74,229 70,210
Supplies & Materials 1,488 1,780 1,810 850
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 29,076 32,676 21,908 29,569
Other Operating Expenses - - 6,400 4,900
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 87,650 97,804 104,347 105,529
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 235,400$ 243,289$ 249,945$ 279,149$
Full Time Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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• Further develop the City Treasurer webpage on the city’s website, informing the community
of the mission of the City Treasurer, the city’s Investment Policy and investment activities
• Continue to participate in the city’s Citizens Academy
• Use innovative solutions to fund modern and secure cash handling solutions even in
uncertain times
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Modified Duration 1.95% 2.14% <2.2%
Average Yield 1.35% 1.16% 1.25%
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POLICY & LEADERSHIP |
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
Account: 0011010 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Office of the City Manager is dedicated to continuous improvement and organizational
excellence that fosters the well-being of a high performing organization that delivers impactful results
to further the public good.
SERVICES
The City Manager’s Office provides City Council support, administrative leadership of city operations,
policy development management, monitors and manages legislative affairs and provides general
management of public communication and engagement.
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Issued a Declaration of Local Emergency in response to an increase of over 200% since 2019
in injury collisions involving bikes and e-bikes called the Safer Streets Together campaign,
which focuses on increasing public education, re-engineering city streets and increasing
enforcement of the rules of the road
• Facilitated adoption of a 5-Year Strategic Plan to prioritize the goals and objectives of the
City Council and community, focusing on long term fiscal sustainability and CIP prioritization
• Reduced and restructured the city budget in response to financial forecasts
• Ensured timely follow up of all City Council and constituent services requests
• Managed a robust local, state and federal intergovernmental affairs program
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,061,278$ 1,151,593$ 1,167,148$ 1,230,586$
Retirement Benefits 475,362 364,616 316,038 313,890
Health Insurance 133,336 135,066 143,953 139,462
Other Personnel Expenses 28,167 32,560 34,078 33,053
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,698,143 1,683,835 1,661,217 1,716,991
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 115,652 180,414 305,240 244,350
Supplies & Materials 22,318 26,669 55,179 46,161
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 98,460 104,904 95,891 125,966
Other Operating Expenses 4,423 17,300 38,618 51,355
Capital Outlay 541 - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 241,394 329,287 494,928 467,832
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,939,537$ 2,013,122$ 2,156,145$ 2,184,823$
Full Time Positions 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
G-8
• Supported Clean Energy Alliance expansion and operations
• Extensive collaboration with neighboring cities and regional organizations to better share
best practices for improved cooperation and efficiencies in government
GOALS
• Ensure the most efficient and effective provision of city services while adapting to changing
financial conditions
• Enhance community engagement and transparency efforts to foster authentic civic
engagement with residents, organizations and businesses
• Increase intergovernmental collaboration and legislative advocacy with local, state and
federal governments to further the City Council adopted legislative platform and advance
priority projects
G-9
POLICY & LEADERSHIP |
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
Account: 0011210 Fund: General
ABOUT
The City Attorney is appointed by the Mayor and City Council. The City Attorney’s Office consists of
six attorneys and two legal support staff members. The office primarily practices preventive law,
which seeks to minimize the risk of litigation or regulatory violations by anticipating and preventing
legal problems. Preventive law focuses on the attorney’s role as adviser and negotiator and
emphasizes planning, counseling, collaboration, and problem-solving. The office also prosecutes
criminal violations of the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
SERVICES
• Advise the City Council and city staff on legal matters affecting the city
• Attend City Council meetings and, when necessary, meetings of other boards and
commissions
• Prepare and review ordinances and resolutions
• Negotiate, prepare and approve the form of contracts and legal instruments
• Represent the city in court proceedings and before regulatory and legislative agencies
• Manage the city’s litigation and provide periodic reports to the City Council
• Enforce city laws and regulations
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 1,266,674$ 1,327,586$ 1,332,053$ 1,400,190$
Retirement Benefits 472,390 421,473 354,851 352,121
Health Insurance 129,650 123,418 145,714 141,643
Other Personnel Expenses 31,924 37,257 39,341 38,365
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,900,638 1,909,734 1,871,959 1,932,319
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 3,063 2,569 2,700 2,700
Supplies & Materials 31,209 31,707 35,757 23,257
Repair & Maintenance - - - -
Interdepartmental Charges 97,332 129,444 106,780 141,008
Other Operating Expenses 4,224 8,429 16,312 16,312
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 135,828 172,149 161,549 183,277
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,036,466$ 2,081,883$ 2,033,508$ 2,115,596$
Full Time Positions 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
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RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Advised the City Council and city staff on legal matters, including filling the City Council
vacancy in District 2, the declaration of the bicycle safety emergency and the development
and implementation of the Safer Streets Together program, compliance with new legislation,
and compliance with state and county health orders
• Managed the city’s defense of civil litigation, including achieving favorable verdicts in two
jury trials
• Prepared or assisted with additions and revisions to the Carlsbad Municipal Code, including
provisions related to the Community-Police Engagement Commission, Arts Commission, use
of military equipment, fire and building standards codes, elected officials’ compensation and
benefits, disqualification for conflict of interest, environmental sustainability, the Mills Act
and historic preservation, and administrative code enforcement remedies
• Assisted with revisions to Carlsbad Municipal Water District Ordinance No. 48 to mirror the
San Diego County Water Authority’s 2020 model drought ordinance
• Assisted with the refunding of outstanding bonds for Reassessment District No. 2022-1
• Assisted with negotiations to reconfigure the SDG&E North Coast Service Center site to free
up coastal property for eventual transfer to the city
• Assisted with efforts to reestablish the Carlsbad Tourism Business Improvement District
under the Property and Business Improvement District Law of 1994
• Worked with the Legislative Subcommittee, the Intergovernmental Affairs Director, and the
city’s legislative consultant to have the state legislature pass two bills to improve the city’s
ability to provide pool and ocean water lifeguard services
• Assisted the Human Resources Department with updating the city’s benefit plan documents
and other policy documents
• Assisted the City Clerk’s Office with the biennial update to the city’s Conflict of Interest Code
• Worked with Police Department to obtain Gun Violence Restraining Orders as appropriate
for domestic violence and mental health incidents
• Assisted staff in implementing programs designed to address issues of homelessness
• Assisted with the preparation of ballot materials and the preparation of an impartial analysis
for a ballot measure to obtain voter expenditure authorization for the Monroe Street Pool
project
• Reviewed and advised on contracts, public records requests and City Council inquiries
• Provided as needed legal support and advice to all city boards, commissions and
subcommittees
GOALS
• Provide quality and timely legal advice to all elected and appointed city officials and all
branches to assist in minimizing litigation and regulatory risk and in making sound decisions
to carry out the city’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan
• Support the City Manager in strategic operations related to ongoing and significant capital
projects
• Continue efforts to update the Carlsbad Municipal Code, City Council policies and
administrative orders and to codify the Carlsbad Municipal Water District ordinances
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POLICY AND LEADERSHIP|
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
Account: 0010210, 0011610 Fund: General
ABOUT
The Office of the City Clerk serves as a vital link between city government and those it serves,
providing access to public records, publishing City Council agendas, preparing minutes and serving as
the city’s election official.
SERVICES
• Prepare City Council agendas
• Prepare minutes
• Complete legal noticing and publishing
• Maintain Fair Political Practices Commission filings
• Maintain Carlsbad Municipal Code
• Maintain, preserve and provide access to all legislative documents
• Administer elections
• Notarize documents
• Provide proof of life certifications
• Assist City Attorney’s Office with citywide ethics training
• Ensure public records are archived, preserved and accessible to the public
• Respond to Public Records Act Requests
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 593,961$ 610,376$ 659,421$ 675,023$
Retirement Benefits 192,490 167,776 142,961 142,285
Health Insurance 96,418 86,549 109,601 86,625
Other Personnel Expenses 15,723 18,665 21,990 21,431
Personnel Services Subtotal 898,592 883,366 933,973 925,364
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 30,415 89,424 70,500 70,500
Supplies & Materials 45,894 42,990 42,456 42,220
Repair & Maintenance - 863 4,196 4,115
Interdepartmental Charges 120,648 156,372 143,237 182,459
Other Operating Expenses 111,486 123,297 199,800 49,797
Capital Outlay - - - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 308,443 412,946 460,189 349,091
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,207,035$ 1,296,312$ 1,394,162$ 1,274,455$
Full Time Positions 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00
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• Process subpoenas, summons and claims
• Develop and implement records management and document management programs
• Process recorded documents and bond releases
• Provide document research assistance to staff and the public
• Provide training and support to various department personnel designated to scan
documents into the city’s records repository
• Manage and coordinate destruction of records past retention
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Conducted process to fill the City Council District 2 vacancy
• Conducted the November 2022 General Election
• Updated the Carlsbad Municipal Code relating to the Campaign Contributions Limit
• Finalized the agenda management workflow process through Laserfiche
• Assisted Community Development in creating a Quick Fields Laserfiche workflow for E-Review
of Building permits
• Standardized agendas, minutes and staff reports for all board and commission meetings
GOALS
• Obtain a digital posting board to push out all agendas electronically throughout the city for
greater accessibility in conformance with the Brown Act
• Automate the conforming process as a workflow in Laserfiche
• Implement the county’s electronic system for document recordation
• Evaluate feasibility of offering passport application acceptance services
• Continue to systematically update the Carlsbad Municipal Code and City Council Policies
• Provide greater access to public records on the city website
• Maintain and update the Records Retention Schedule and provide city staff with training
• Continue to collaborate with various departments on digitizing their documents
• Continue to conduct departmental records audits
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COMMUNICATION & ENGAGEMENT
Account: 0011012, 0011016
1381010
Fund: General
Special Revenue – Local Cable Infrastructure
ABOUT
The city’s communication and engagement program fosters open, two-way communication with the
community about city issues, programs and services, leading to a more responsive and transparent
government. This department is also responsible for communicating within the city organization so
employees are not only informed but can see how their day-to-day work supports the larger city
mission.
SERVICES
• Develop community engagement programs that facilitate early and meaningful public input
in city government decision making
• Promote awareness of city issues, programs, services and initiatives
• Write and edit staff reports and responses to constituent inquiries to ensure information
presented is clear, complete and accurate
• Produce video recordings and livestream all City Council meetings and meetings of boards,
commissions and committees
• Manage a dedicated 24/7 government cable TV channel
2020-21
Actual
2021-22
Actual
2022-23
Budget
2023-24
Budget
Personnel Services
Salaries & Wages 756,371$ 918,417$ 1,073,526$ 1,082,901$
Retirement Benefits 230,127 219,496 239,499 232,944
Health Insurance 112,283 122,180 174,135 181,807
Other Personnel Expenses 19,566 26,741 34,715 32,984
Personnel Services Subtotal 1,118,347 1,286,834 1,521,875 1,530,636
Operating Expenses
Professional & Contract Services 323,325 826,454 516,201 454,200
Supplies & Materials 73,442 102,950 107,686 81,620
Repair & Maintenance - 9,541 - -
Interdepartmental Charges 134,940 172,368 194,963 208,342
Other Operating Expenses 17,401 18,322 33,467 217,256
Capital Outlay 162,484 24,925 - -
Operating Expenses Subtotal 711,592 1,154,560 852,317 961,418
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,829,939$ 2,441,394$ 2,374,192$ 2,492,054$
General Fund 1,493,938$ 2,037,551$ 1,979,186$ 1,953,098$
Special Revenue Fund 336,001 403,843 395,006 538,956
Total Funding 1,829,939$ 2,441,394$ 2,374,192$ 2,492,054$
Full Time Positions 7.00 7.00 9.00 9.00
Hourly/FTE Positions 3.50 3.50 1.50 1.50
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• Provide communication skills training to city staff
• Provide employee communication that supports an informed and engaged workforce
• Maintain a trained team of city staff ready to perform public information duties 24/7 in case
of an emergency
RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Successfully engaged community members on issues including the City Council strategic
plan, the future of south Carlsbad’s coastline, sites for new housing, the CAP update,
Veterans Memorial Park, the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan, traffic safety,
neighborhood traffic calming programs, public art and more
• Developed and distributed 51 editions of the city’s e-newsletter
• Grew email database to 96,300, an increase of 15% over the previous year
• Sent 712 targeted emails regarding city issues, programs and events, with an average open
rate of 60%, more than double the industry standard and 5% higher than last year’s open
rate
• Produced and distributed 292 news releases and articles about city services and programs, a
13% increase over last year
• Increased net new followers on Twitter by 20% over the past year
• Increased net new YouTube subscribers by 18% over last year
• Increased net new followers on Instagram by 9%
• Produced over 200 informational videos watched by 170,419 people for a total of 4,621
hours
• More than doubled the engagement rate across all social media platforms
• Achieved a post engagement rate across all social media platforms higher than the industry
average
GOALS
• Complete a minimum of three community engagement programs with at least 500
participants each for citywide programs and 150 participants each for neighborhood-specific
programs
• Produce an average of three news releases per week highlighting city news and programs
• Communicate directly with community members through a combination of social media and
email an average of five times a week
Performance Measure FY 2022
Actual
FY 2023
Estimated
FY 2024
Projected
Number of community engagement programs annually 4 3 3
Average number of news updates prepared per week 4 5 4
Average number of direct communications with community
members per week 5 6 5
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STRATEGIC DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INVESTMENT
PROGRAM
The Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program, or SDTIP, is a comprehensive approach to
planning for and funding digital transformation efforts throughout the city. Several documents inform
this program, including the City Council-approved Connected Carlsbad: An Inclusive City Innovation
Roadmap, the Internal Digital Information Network Action Plan, and the Information Technology
Strategy, which are complemented by a five-year projected roadmap of digital transformation
investments. The SDTIP is the strategic plan for technology and digital transformation combined with
project descriptions, costs, funding sources and timelines. The purpose of this program is to provide
for an annual investment strategy, not a commitment for spending, that outlines a five-year
expenditure plan for future digital transformation and technology projects and the corresponding
revenues necessary to pay for them.
Connected Carlsbad: An Inclusive City Innovation Roadmap
In January 2019, city staff presented Connected Carlsbad: An Inclusive City Innovation Roadmap,
designed to provide a high-level, organized guide outlining the principles that matter to the city in
creating a more connected community. This roadmap and its associated action plan were based on a
combination of items, including:
• City Council approved projects,
• existing city documents,
• previous Information Technology assessments and interviews with departments, and
• a global scan of other cities and best practices that have emerged from leading smart city
thinkers and Carlsbad-specific community engagement.
The SDTIP expands on the Connected Carlsbad Roadmap to include a strategy for evaluating and
prioritizing projects and a five-year investment roadmap that includes estimated costs and timelines.
This new investment program continues to be organized into the five primary goal areas approved by
City Council in Connected Carlsbad, listed below.
• Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation focuses on the foundational elements,
including connectivity, up-to-date hardware and software, and a robust security strategy
while providing an aspirational vision for the future.
• Build Capacity for Data-Driven Government focuses on the policies, procedures and staffing
necessary for the city to fully capture the value of emerging models of data analytics.
• Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture builds upon the first two goals with a human-
centered perspective that an engaged city that uses data and technology in a way that
respects people and their privacy will support a vibrant culture where residents,
organizations and businesses are invested in their community and its future.
• Enhance Accessibility and Transparency recognizes that open government and approaching
problem-solving from an accessibility perspective leads to better outcomes for all.
• Promote Safety and Sustainability through Connectivity leads to understanding the
interconnected nature of our communities that can achieve environmental, mobility and
sustainability goals when approached in a cross-departmental and community informed
manner.
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Once City Council adopts the proposed SDTIP, projects receive an appropriation that authorizes
spending in the amount specified for the adopted fiscal year only. Estimated budget information is
shown for a five-year period to provide the most comprehensive information about known future
projects. Spending authority in future years is not granted until adoption of the annual proposed
SDTIP budget associated with each year.
INVESTING IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
As the city continues to grow and develop, the use of technology has also grown exponentially over
the last two decades. The SDTIP outlines the financial resources needed to ensure that the
technology infrastructure is in place to enable the city to provide services to the community. Prudent
financial planning will ensure that ongoing funding for investment in technology is available.
PROJECT EVALUATION
Making decisions on technology implementations is a challenging and complex task. The challenging
nature of these decisions is exacerbated by the expanding reach of technology and the increasingly
interdisciplinary nature of emerging technologies. A major component of the SDTIP is the
establishment of a cross-departmental approach to technology leadership to evaluate, prioritize,
budget for and adopt digital transformation efforts. A new administrative order has been developed
that provides a collaborative forum for key staff to validate and prioritize technology
implementations. This approach also provides a structured venue to explore how particular
configurations of a technology implementation may positively or negatively affect others within the
organization. The process to evaluate digital transformation initiatives is ongoing and meetings may
be held on a monthly, bimonthly or quarterly basis depending on the need.
A number of factors are considered when putting together projects for the five-year program. All
digital transformation and technology projects shall be consistent with:
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
Public Health and Safety
City Mission, Vision and Organizational Values
Community Values
City Council Goals
Governing and Policy Documents
Funding Availability
Environmental Review
Technology Standards and Strategic Plans
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Criteria
Proposed projects are evaluated and prioritized by a set of criteria that include:
Alignment with City Council goals and IT strategic plans, architecture, security
and technology standards, including legislative and regulatory mandates, and
administrative goals
Coordination of IT investments across the enterprise to avoid duplication,
maximizing the return on investment and increasing efficiency
Effective articulation of the business case including valid operational benefits
of the project
Accuracy and reasonableness of cost and benefit estimates
Consideration of potential project risks and identification of appropriate
means to manage those risks
Adherence to standard project management practices
Capacity of staffing resources to implement the project
As the SDTIP is implemented throughout the year, staff continually re-evaluate projects’ scopes, costs
and schedules to responsibly and cost-effectively manage city resources.
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STRATEGIC DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
INVESTMENT PROGRAM PROJECTS
The following contains information about the projects in the SDTIP. Full project pages are provided
for the major new projects being requested for fiscal year 2023-24 and prior approved major projects
that have changes in funding needs or project requirements. The estimated annual operational and
replacement cost increases shown on each project page represent a departmental budgetary
increase—generally to the Information Technology Department and its internal service citywide
chargeback—separate from Capital Technology Fund activity. Projects for fiscal year 2024-25 and
beyond are included in the graphs and tables provided but will not have full project pages until the
first year of funding. Projects with no changes and projects that have been completed or cancelled
going into fiscal year 2023-24 are listed below. Full details for these projects can be found in the
appropriate prior fiscal year budget documents based on when they were new or had changes.
Fiscal Year 2021-22 Continuing Projects – No Changes
The following projects were approved during the fiscal year 2021-22 SDTIP and have no changes to
their funding needs or project requirements and are still in process. These projects are included in the
totals of the various graphs and charts shown in the SDTIP.
• Outdoor Wireless Study
• Online Permitting/Electronic Reviews, also known as E-Reviews
• Project Portfolio Management Tool & Consulting
Fiscal Year 2022-23 Continuing Projects – No Changes
The following projects were approved during the fiscal year 2022-23 SDTIP and have no changes to
their funding needs or project requirements and are still in process. These projects are included in the
totals of the various graphs and charts shown in the SDTIP.
• Computer Aided Dispatch
• Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)
• Enterprise Digital Asset Management (EDAM)
• Live 9-1-1
• Utility Billing Portal
Completed or Cancelled Projects
The following projects were completed or cancelled during fiscal year 2022-23. The completed
projects are not part of the totals of the various graphs and charts, while the cancelled projects are
included if the project was previously funded.
Completed
• Business Process Documentation
• Digital Engagement & Analytics Consultant
• Exploration Hub Audio Visual Upgrade
• ServiceNow Service Portal
• Timekeeping System Upgrade
Cancelled
• Next Generation Online Catalog
• Electronic Patient Care Reporting
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ESTIMATED TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS BY GOAL
Going into fiscal year 2023-24, there are 44 continuing and new projects planned over the next five
years at an estimated total cost of $33.7 million. Included in the $33.7 million is approximately $19.5
million in estimated new costs over the course of the same time frame to provide additional funding
for the continuation of existing projects as well as funding for new projects. Within the $19.5 million
is approximately $4.6 million of estimated new appropriations for fiscal year 2023-24 for these same
projects.
Build Capacity for Data-driven
Decision Making, $2.7M, 8%
Enhance
Accessibility and
Transparency,
$1.7M, 5%
Foster a Vibrant
Civic Engagement
Culture, $1.3M, 4%
Promote Security and
Sustainability through
Connectivity, $12.9, 38%
Pursue Communitywide
Digital Transformation,
$15,1M, 45%
Estimated Total Projects Costs by Goal
FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28
$33.7 million
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Fiscal year 2023-24 appropriations by project goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
$15.1 million
This goal includes updating connectivity, up-to-date hardware and software, and a robust security
strategy.
Build Capacity for Data-Driven Decision Making
$2.7 million
This goal’s projects include the policies, procedures and staffing necessary for the city to fully capture
the value of emerging models of data analytics. It builds a comprehensive approach to citywide data
management to enable data-rich key performance metrics and effective operation of city
departments. A data policy and resources will be created to align departments with standards of data
cataloging for compliance ease of data sharing.
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture
$1.3 million
The city’s civic engagement culture builds upon the first two goals with a human-centered
perspective to use data and technology in a way that respects people and their privacy. Projects in
this category will support a vibrant culture where residents, organizations and businesses are
invested in their community and its future.
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency
$1.7 million
This goal recognizes that open government and approaching problem-solving from an accessibility
perspective leads to better outcomes for all. Projects in this category include Civic Engagement with
Open Data, Online Permitting/Electronic Reviews, Patron Print/Copy Management and a Virtual
Permitting Counter.
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
$12.9 million
Projects in this goal include the annual replacement of hardware and technology infrastructure, a
Facility Security Master Plan, the replacement of the Police Computer Aided Dispatch System, and an
enhancement to the 9-1-1 emergency system.
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PROJECTS
PURSUE COMMUNITYWIDE DIGITAL
TRANSFORMATION
Consolidation & Replacement of Core Systems
Project Benefits
Without systems that can talk to each other, the city wastes time and resources manually compiling
and integrating data. This greatly affects the city’s ability to make data-driven decisions, which are
needed to ensure the highest and best use of taxpayer resources. Having fewer systems that
consolidate the city’s core business functions will enable streamlined business processes and provide
more timely access to data and information. It will also enhance operations and reduce inefficiencies
of employees having to learn and operate multiple systems. undetermined
About This Project
This project provides for the consolidation and replacement of the city’s core systems. There are
approximately 20 core systems including the city’s financial, human resources, payroll, budget, asset
and work order management, licensing and permitting, utilities operations, computer-aided dispatch,
land management, and program-event management. Rather than operate many systems with narrow
applicability, the city is evaluating ways to consolidate its core systems as legacy applications are
replaced. This may mean accelerated replacement for certain systems. The goal is to reduce
redundancy and inefficiency associated with operating many different systems with different
vendors.
Consolidating down to a few systems that seamlessly integrate data and provides a more uniform
interface will improve the experience of city employees and the public. The scope of this multi-year
initiative includes the analysis, selection, purchase and implementation of the software and hardware
necessary to consolidate, replace and integrate these systems with as few systems as possible while
maintaining or enhancing existing capabilities.
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 4,400,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational Not known
Replacement Not known
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 900,000$ 1,500,000$ 2,000,000$ -$ -$ 4,400,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
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The city completed an in-depth process to evaluate functional requirements and business processes
and, the city’s consultant provided a comprehensive report outlining the city’s requirements for a
new consolidated system. The report also outlined the options and costs associated with system
consolidation and replacement based on an evaluation of the city’s needs. The next step will involve
the development and issuance of a request for proposal for a new consolidated system which is
currently in progress. City staff are currently requesting funding of $1.5 million in fiscal year 2023-24
for acquisition and initial implementation and will request an estimated $2.0 million in funding for
the continued implementation of a new system as part of the fiscal year 2024-25 SDTIP.
It is not currently feasible to determine any operational or replacement costs because they depend
on the recommendations of the request for proposal process; staff will identify more definitive costs
during the request for proposal process.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
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Digital Information Network
Project Benefits
This network will carry the information needed for data processing, email, internet access, public
safety applications and a wide range of services that are crucial to city operations.
In 2017, Crown Castle reached a licensing agreement with the city allowing it to install wireless data
transmitters on municipal facilities. The agreement with Crown Castle gives the city access to existing
fiber-optic cable assets owned by Crown Castle for city use. These cables are made up of multiple
fibers which cannot be physically separated from the rest of Crown Castle’s cable infrastructure. The
city must make special arrangements with Crown Castle to use this asset.
About This Project
The city has an opportunity to work with a private company called Crown Castle to build a more
robust digital information network for its employees and facilities. Beginning in 2019, the city took
full advantage of this opportunity and replaced a leased network from a third-party vendor.
As the initial phase of this project has been completed, staff are looking ahead to the second and
third phases as originally approved by the City Council. These include leveraging the network to
expand services to the Transportation and Utilities departments to replace the aging network
infrastructure supporting their key systems. The additional funding request for fiscal year 2023-24
includes elements required for this expansion as well as some feature and functionality
enhancements to the services already in place.
Assuming no changes to current funding levels, it is estimated the initial fiscal year operational and
replacement requirements will be $50,000 and $100,000 respectively, and $100,000 and $200,000
annually thereafter. The cost associated with the prior year funding have previously been included in
the Information Technology Department’s Operating or Replacement budget requests.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 6,025,584$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational 100,000$
Replacement 200,000$
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 5,025,584$ 500,000$ 500,000$ -$ -$ 6,025,584$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
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Exploration Hub Computer Upgrade
Project Benefits
The Apple Macintosh computers in the exploration hub are due to be replaced. A review of the
services provided in the exploration hub revealed that windows-based computers are more
consistent with the types of programming offered in the exploration hub.
About This Project
Replace the existing computers in the library exploration hub with windows-based laptops. Migrating
to windows-based computers is more consistent with the types of programs offered in the
exploration hub and staff have more expertise with the use of windows-based computers and
software programs. Transitioning from desktops to laptops provides more flexibility in changing the
layout of the exploration hub to match different types of program offerings.
There are no annual operational or replacement costs associated with this project.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
Project Funding Source:
IT Replacement Fund 43,600$
Managing Department:
Library & Cultural Arts
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
IT Replacement -$ 43,600$ -$ -$ -$ 43,600$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
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Fleet Telematics
Project Benefits
Installing special software and hardware in city fleet vehicles will provide real-time information about
how they are being operated to ensure safety, track vehicle health and improve security. Tracking city
vehicles will also help city departments make better decisions based on routing, staffing and overall
operational readiness.
About This Project
Issue a Request for Proposal to Identify, procure and implement an enterprise solution that provides
for fleet telematics. This solution is critical for the effective management of the city’s fleet.
Additionally, the solution will provide data that gives departments active vehicle location for routing,
assignment, staffing, and operational readiness evaluations It is not currently feasible to determine
any operational or replacement costs because they depend on the recommendations of the request
for proposal process; staff will identify more definitive costs during the request for proposal process.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 175,916$
Managing Department:
Fleet & Facilities
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational Not known
Replacement Not known
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 45,916$ 130,000$ -$ -$ -$ 175,916$ -$
Est FY26-27
Budget
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Staff Managed Print
Project Benefits
The increasing use of technology as well as the city’s sustainability goals have reduced the city’s
printing needs. By replacing out of date, leased printers, which are approaching end of life, with a
smaller number of purchased printers, the city will save an estimated $80,000 a year in electricity,
printing supplies and monthly maintenance charges starting in fiscal year 2024-25. Over a five-year
period, the city will save approximately $400,000 in operational costs overall.
About This Project
The existing printers deployed throughout the city were leased in 2015. Due to their age, they are
becoming unreliable and costly to repair. In many instances, replacement parts are no longer
available.
* The new printing fleet will be replaced on a five-year running basis requiring approximately
$800,000 in funding expected to come from the Technology Investment Capital Fund each fifth year.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 1,500,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational (80,000)$
Replacement None *
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment -$ 700,000$ -$ -$ 800,000$ 1,500,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
H-13
BUILD CAPACITY FOR DATA-DRIVEN DECISION
MAKING
Business Process Automation
Project Benefits
Automating manual processes will improve staff productivity, efficiency and service delivery. Business
process automation also provides the opportunity to eliminate paper forms and processes, which
supports the city’s sustainability goals.
About This Project
This project facilitates the ongoing expansion of business process automation by adding licenses to
existing city applications that support process automation, such as Laserfiche, ServiceNow and
DocuSign, and by engaging vendor support and external consultants to assist with the development
of complex workflows.
There is a potential for operational costs to increase if additional licenses are required to support
identified automation initiatives. There are no replacement costs associated with project.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Build Capacity for Data-Driven Decision Making
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 300,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational Not known
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 150,000$ 150,000$ -$ -$ -$ 300,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
H-14
Facility Monitoring and Analytics
Project Benefits
Automated facility monitoring will provide city staff with the ability to remotely monitor the
condition, temperature and power at over 100 city facilities as well as track foot traffic and space
utilization within the city’s public spaces such as library facilities and parks. Alerting to conditions in
city facilities will allow staff to respond reducing or limiting any potential damage that may occur
from these conditions.
The city maintains over 100 facilities that currently have limited monitoring capability to detect
conditions such as flooding, power issues or power loss, or abnormal temperatures. Additionally, the
existing people counters located at the library are over 11 years and due to be replaced.
About This Project
This project will identify, procure and implement a citywide facility monitoring and traffic analysis
solution for city facilities.
It is not currently feasible to determine any operational or replacement costs because they depend
on the recommendations of the request for proposal process; staff will identify more definitive costs
during the request for proposal process.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Build Capacity for Data-Driven Decision Making
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 250,000$
Managing Department:
Innovation & Economic Development
Fleet & Facilities
Library & Cultural Arts
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational Not known
Replacement Not known
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment -$ 100,000$ 50,000$ 50,000$ -$ 250,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
50,000$
H-15
Professional Technical Services for Data Project Delivery
Project Benefits
Leverage the expertise of the Esri Advantage program to assist city staff in the development of data
visualization tools and dashboards. Combining city data with spatial information allows data to be
transformed into graphical or interactive forms that can reveal patterns, trends and insights, presents
data in a format that communicates complex information in a clear and engaging way, and enables
data-driven decision making.
About This Project
The Esri Advantage Program provides technical consulting to assist staff on projects that combine
data from city systems with the spatial data from the city’s geographic information system (GIS)
application to provide robust data visualization tools. The program is currently being used to
complete the first phase of the Fire Department Standards of Cover project. This funding will allow
for staff to be agile in starting and executing new projects that use GIS and Esri. The credits are also
flexible so as city needs change, the city can adapt its use of the technical assistance. It is estimated
that the city will use at least $70,000 worth of credits in fiscal year 2023-24.
At this time, city staff do not expect this project to result in an increase to operating or replacement
costs.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Build Capacity for Data-Driven Decision Making
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 420,000$
Managing Department:
Innovation & Economic Development
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 70,000$ 70,000$ 70,000$ 70,000$ 70,000$ 420,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
70,000$
H-16
Regulator Water Usage Analytics
Project Benefits
The State of California has established water efficiency and allocation requirements as part of water
conservation legislation, Senate Bill 606 and Assembly Bill 1668. These bills require urban water retail
suppliers to develop annual urban water use objectives for their service areas that represent the total
amount of efficiently used water that can be delivered to the service area. The District needs an
application that analyzes data by the components of the water allocation and calculates water use
efficiency to help meet the new water efficiency and allocation requirements and to provide the data
needed for the annual reporting requirements which began in November 2023.
About This Project
In fiscal year 2022-23, staff implemented the Waterview Water Efficiency portal to assist the city in
meeting legislatively established water conservation goals and reporting requirements for residential
parcels. Additional funding is being requested to expand the use of Waterview for commercial and
industrial parcels.
After initial implementation, city staff estimate operational costs to increase by $42,000 starting in
fiscal year 2024-25. There is no replacement cost associated with this project.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Build Capacity for Data-Driven Decision Making
Project Funding Source:
Utility Operating 65,353$
Managing Department:
Utilities
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational 42,000$
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Utility Operating 50,000$ 15,353$ -$ -$ -$ 65,353$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
H-17
FOSTER A VIBRANT CIVIC ENGAGEMENT CULTURE
Audiovisual Upgrades
Project Benefits
This project allows for the standardization of audiovisual equipment within the city’s work facilities so
personnel can conduct business with internal and external resources virtually without the need to
move between facilities for meetings.
About This Project
This project provides for upgrades and growth of the city’s audiovisual equipment. The work
landscape has changed—audiovisual equipment that previously supported in-person meetings in a
room are now supporting meetings held virtually. The IT Department will update and maintain
audiovisual equipment to meet this new work environment and other necessary enhancements to
legacy technology.
There are no annual operational cost changes associated with this project. City staff cannot feasibly
estimate replacement costs if any until after the new equipment is purchased.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 1,225,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement Unknown
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 725,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 1,225,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
100,000$
H-18
ENHANCE ACCESSIBILITY AND TRANSPARENCY
Patron Print/Copy/PC Management
Project Benefits
The existing system is due to be replaced and the Library & Cultural Arts Department is looking to
enhance the system.
About This Project
This project replaces the existing print/copy/PC management system used at the various library
locations within the city. In fiscal year 2022-23, computers and servers associated with the system
were replaced. In fiscal year 2024-25, the library will be completing a request for proposal to identify
and implement a new management solution.
At this time, city staff do not expect this project to result in an increase to operating or replacement
costs.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 88,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 18,000$ 70,000$ -$ -$ -$ 88,000$ -$
Est FY26-27
Budget
H-19
Records Digitization
Project Benefits
There are multiple departments that have a large volume of physical records. These records take up
office space and are not easily accessible or searchable.
About This Project
This project involves issuing a request for qualifications, selecting one or more vendors, and
establishing master agreements for firms that can assist departments in scanning and digitizing paper
documents. These digitized documents will then be loaded into the city’s Laserfiche records
management system making them more accessible to staff and the public.
At this time, city staff do not expect this project to result in an increase to operating or replacement
costs.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 200,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment -$ 100,000$ 100,000$ -$ -$ 200,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
-$
H-20
PROMOTE SECURITY AND SUSTAINABILITY
THROUGH CONNECTIVITY
Annual Hardware and Infrastructure Replacement
Project Benefits
Citywide hardware and infrastructure changes are necessary and ongoing. Replacement equipment is
needed to support the city's technology infrastructure and department-specific needs.
About This Project
This project provides for replacement equipment funding for scheduled replacement of laptops,
desktops, internal servers, routers, switches, and other network and data center requirements.
There is no increase or decrease in operational costs associated with the annual replacement
program. Due to the circular nature of the replacement program, replacement costs fluctuate
annually depending on the hardware life cycles which can range from three years to 20 years.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
Project Funding Source:
IT Replacement Fund 6,903,142$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational None
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
IT Replacement 790,000$ 978,142$ 1,485,000$ 1,100,000$ 1,500,000$ 6,903,142$
Est FY26-27
Budget
1,050,000$
H-21
Cyber Security Program Development
Project Benefits
As a result of internal assessments and evaluations by external parties, city staff have identified
certain initiatives within the five functions of the cybersecurity framework to translate into projects.
Implementation of these projects will incur costs and require funding. The funding will cover
assessment and evaluation, implementation, and staff training. Once the security infrastructure is in
place, operational costs will move to the operation budget. City staff identified and planned the
following projects for implementation:
• Disaster Recovery program assessment and development,
• Detection capability with security incident and event management technology,
• Cybersecurity governance program,
• Data classification tools, and
• Incident response procedure development and training.
About This Project
The cybersecurity program provides support and protection to the City of Carlsbad so it can
successfully accomplish its mission. As the threat landscape is changing and getting more
sophisticated in lockstep with advances in technology, we need to ensure the city’s cybersecurity
program is robust enough to keep threat actors from causing harm to the city.
To ensure we address the different areas and aspects of cybersecurity, city staff have developed and
adopted an approach based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity
Framework to cybersecurity defense program which covers five functions:
• Identify – Develop the organizational understanding to manage cybersecurity risk to
systems, assets, data and capabilities. The activities in the Identify function are foundational
for effective use of the Framework. Understanding the business context, the resources that
support critical functions, and the related cybersecurity risks enables an organization to
focus and prioritize its efforts, consistent with its risk management strategy and business
needs. Examples of outcome categories within this function include Asset Management,
Business Environment, Governance, Risk Assessment and Risk Management Strategy.
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 950,000$
Managing Department:
Information Technology
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational Unknown
Replacement Unknown
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment 450,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 950,000$ 100,000$
Est FY26-27
Budget
H-22
• Protect – Develop and implement the appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical
infrastructure services. The Protect function supports the ability to limit or contain the
impact of a potential cybersecurity event. Examples of outcome categories within this
function include Access Control, Awareness and Training, Data Security, Information
Protection Processes and Procedures, Maintenance, and Protective Technology.
• Detect – Develop and implement the appropriate activities to identify the occurrence of a
cybersecurity event. The Detect function enables timely discovery of cybersecurity events.
Examples of outcome categories within this function include Anomalies and Events, Security
Continuous Monitoring, and Detection Processes.
• Respond – Develop and implement the appropriate activities to act regarding a detected
cybersecurity event. The Respond function supports the ability to contain the impact of a
potential cybersecurity event. Examples of outcome categories within this function include
Response Planning, Communications, Analysis, Mitigation and Improvements.
• Recover – Develop and implement the appropriate activities to maintain plans for resilience
and to restore any capabilities or services that were impaired due to a cybersecurity event.
The Recover function supports timely recovery to normal operations to reduce the impact
from a cybersecurity event. Examples of outcome categories within this function include
Recovery Planning, Improvements and Communications.
At this time and depending on the types of programs implemented over the course of the project,
city staff cannot feasibly determine any operational or replacement costs for fiscal year 2024-25 and
beyond. For fiscal year 2023-24 an additional $132,000 has been request as part of the budget
process for on-going Varonis security services.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
H-23
Payment Works
Project Benefits
The current process for enrolling a vendor to receive electronic payments involves the completion of
a paper form. Staff must then manually validate the information and enter the vendor’s information
into the city’s financial application. Additionally, if the city receives a request to change a vendor’s
banking information, there is not an automated process to validate the accuracy and legitimacy of the
information which puts the city at risk for attempted fraud.
About This Project
This project involves the implementation of the Payment Works solution to digitally onboard vendors,
validate that vendor information is valid and legitimate and provides a mechanism for vendors to
request updates to their payment information that is secure and verified. This will eliminate paper
forms which supports the city’s sustainability goals, significantly improves business processes, and
reduces the risk of fraud.
After initial implementation, staff estimate operational costs to increase by $54,000 starting in fiscal
year 2024-25. There is no replacement cost associated with this project.
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
Project Funding Source:
Technology Investment 68,600$
Managing Department:
Finance
Estimated Annual Costs
Increase/(Decrease):
Operational 54,000$
Replacement None
Prior Year Req FY23-24 Est FY24-25 Est FY25-26 Est FY27-28 Total
Funding Source Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget Budget
Tech. Investment -$ 68,600$ -$ -$ -$ 68,600$
Budget
-$
Est FY26-27
H-24
MINOR PROJECTS
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation Projects and Strategic Initiatives
Past Perfect Upgrade/Migration
This project involves upgrading the application used by recreation for tracking items in the Leo
Carrillo Collection and migrating from on-premises to the vendor’s cloud offering. Moving to the
cloud will allow for broader staff access as well as introduce accessibility to the public.
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency
Expansion of Yardi
Expand the use of the existing Yardi Voyager application used in Housing and Homeless Services by
conducting a business process review, hosting staff training, and implementing an online applicant
portal.
FUTURE PROJECTS
Estimated Fiscal Year 2023-24 through 2027-28 Appropriations by Goal
The City of Carlsbad’s SDTIP for fiscal year 2023-24 to fiscal year 2027-28 outlines 44 projects at an
estimated total cost of $33.7 million. Of the $33.7 million, $19.5 million is for new or increased
funding for projects over the next five years. The information provided for future years reflects the
most comprehensive snapshot of known or anticipated future projects as well as associated
estimated costs.
Build Capacity for Data-
driven Decision Making,
$1.9M, 10%
Enhance Accessibility
and Transparency,
$0.4M, 2%
Foster a Vibrant
Civic Engagement Culture, $0.5, 3%
Promote Security and
Sustainability through
Connectivity,
$9.8M, 50%
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation, $6.9M, 35%
Estimated Future Projects Costs by Goal
FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28
$19.5 million
H-25
Estimated Fiscal Year 2023-24 Appropriations by Goal
The fiscal year 2023-24 SDTIP outlines $4.6 million in new appropriations for fiscal year 2023-24 to
provide additional funding for the continuation of existing projects as well as funding for new
projects.
Build Capacity for
Data-driven
Decision Making,
$0.3M, 7%
Enhance
Accessibility and
Transparency,
$0.2M, 4%
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture, $0.1M, 2%
Promote Security and
Sustainability through Connectivity, $1.1M, 24%
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation, $2.9M, 63%
Requested
FY 2023-24 Appropriations by Goal
$4.6 million
H-26
Estimated Fiscal Year 2024-25 through 2027-28 Pending Current or New Projects
with Future Funding Requests
The projects listed in the table below represent projects that have been presented to the SDTIP
Committee but are not requesting funding or have been delayed for the fiscal year 2023-24 budget
year. These projects will be reevaluated for the fiscal year 2024-25 budget year and if approved for
funding in fiscal year 2024-25 will then have a project page included as part of the SDTIP in fiscal year
2024-25 or as appropriate. These projects have been included in the estimated five-year tables and
funding projections.
Connected Requested Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Carlsbad Funding Prior Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Total
Goal Source Appropriation 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 Funding
RFID Replacement PCDT TICF -$ -$ 600,000$ -$ -$ -$ 600,000$
Utility Billing Automation PCDT UEF - - 75,000 - - - 75,000
Tightrope PCDT TICF - - 35,000 - - - 35,000
Data Governance and Operational Analytics BCDDM TICF 405,000 - 50,000 50,000 - - 505,000
Discovery Management Assessment BCDDM TICF 30,000 - 140,000 - - - 170,000
Meter Data Management/Utility Analytics BCDDM UEF - - 550,000 - - - 550,000
Permit Process Automation BCDDM TICF - - 200,000 200,000 - - 400,000
Civic Engagement with Open Data EAT TICF 198,000 - 50,000 - - - 248,000
Virtual Permitting Counter (OpenCounter)EAT TICF 61,000 - 23,000 - - - 84,000
Remote Hold Pickup Locker EAT TICF - - 40,000 - - - 40,000
Command Central A/V Infrastucture PSSC TICF - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Facility Security Master Plan PSSC TICF 200,000 - 721,000 311,000 438,000 222,000 1,892,000
Police Body Camera Replacement PSSC TICF - - 500,000 - - - 500,000
Police In-car Video Replacement PSSC TICF - - - - - 550,000 550,000
Police Records Management Migration PSSC TICF - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Major Incident/Special Event Management System PSSC TICF - - 20,000 - - - 20,000
Police Mobile Device IOS Transition PSSC TICF - - 5,000 - - - 5,000
894,000$ -$ 3,409,000$ 561,000$ 438,000$ 772,000$ 6,074,000$
Connected Carlsbad Goal Abbreviations
Build Capacity for Data-driven Decision Making = BCDDM
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency = EAT
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture = FVCEC
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity = PSSC
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation = PCDT
Funding Source Abbreviations
Information Technology Replacement Fund = ITRF
Technology Investment Capital Fund = TICF
Utilities Enterprise Funds (Operating or Capital) = UEF
Project Name
H-27
FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF PROJECTS BY
CONNECTED CARLSBAD GOAL
Requested Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Funding Prior Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Total
Project Name Source Appropriation 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 Funding
Consolidation & Replacement of Core Systems TICF 900,000$ 1,500,000$ 2,000,000$ -$ -$ -$ 4,400,000$
Digital Information Network TICF 5,025,584 500,000 500,000 - - - 6,025,584
Enterprise Asset Management System TICF 1,600,000 - - - - - 1,600,000
Exploration Hub Upgrade ITRF - 43,600 - - - - 43,600
Fleet Telematics TICF 45,916 130,000 - - - - 175,916
Project Portfolio Management Tool & Consulting TICF 500,000 - - - - - 500,000
RFID Replacement TICF - - 600,000 - - - 600,000
Staff Managed Print TICF - 700,000 - - - 800,000 1,500,000
Utility Billing Automation UEF - - 75,000 - - - 75,000 Utility Billing Portal UEF 90,000 - - - - - 90,000
Past Perfect Upgrade/Migration TICF - 5,000 - - - - 5,000 Tightrope TICF - - 35,000 - - - 35,000
8,161,500 2,878,600 3,210,000 - - 800,000 15,050,100
Business Process Automation TICF 150,000 150,000 - - - - 300,000
Data Governance and Operational Analytics TICF 405,000 - 50,000 50,000 - - 505,000
Discovery Management Assessment TICF 30,000 - 140,000 - - - 170,000
Facility Monitoring and Analytics TICF - 100,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 250,000
Meter Data Management/Utility Analytics UEF - - 550,000 - - - 550,000
Permit Process Automation TICF - - 200,000 200,000 - - 400,000
Professional Technical Services for Data Project Delivery TICF 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 420,000
Regulatory Water Usage Analytics (Operating Funds)UEF 50,000 15,353 - - - - 65,353
705,000 335,353 1,060,000 370,000 120,000 70,000 2,660,353
Audio Visual Upgrades TICF 725,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,225,000
Outdoor Wireless Study TICF 100,000 - - - - - 100,000
825,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,325,000
Civic Engagement with Open Data TICF 198,000 - 50,000 - - - 248,000
Enterprise Digital Asset Management TICF 400,000 - - - - - 400,000
Online Permitting/Electronic Reviews (E-Reviews)TICF 645,000 - - - - - 645,000
Patron Print/Copy/PC Management TICF 18,000 70,000 - - - - 88,000
Record Digitization TICF - 100,000 100,000 - - - 200,000
Virtual Permitting Counter (OpenCounter)TICF 61,000 - 23,000 - - - 84,000
Expansion of Yardi TICF - 30,000 - - - - 30,000
Next Generation Online Catalog TICF 40,000 (40,000) - - - - -
Remote Hold Pickup Locker TICF - - 40,000 - - - 40,000 1,362,000 160,000 213,000 - - - 1,735,000
Annual Hardware and Infrastructure Replacement ITRF 790,000 978,142 1,485,000 1,100,000 1,050,000 1,500,000 6,903,142
Command Central A/V Infrastucture TICF - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)TICF 1,580,000 - - - - - 1,580,000
Cyber Security Program Development TICF 450,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 950,000
Electronic Patient Care Reporting TICF 50,000 (50,000) - - - - -
Facility Security Master Plan TICF 200,000 - 721,000 311,000 438,000 222,000 1,892,000
Live 911 TICF 66,380 - - - - - 66,380
Payment Works TICF - 68,600 - - - - 68,600
Police Body Camera Replacement TICF - - 500,000 - - - 500,000
Police In-car Video Replacement TICF - - - - - 550,000 550,000
Police Records Management Migration TICF - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Major Incident/Special Event Management System TICF - - 20,000 - - - 20,000
Police Mobile Device IOS Transition TICF - - 5,000 - - - 5,000
3,136,380 1,096,742 3,231,000 1,511,000 1,588,000 2,372,000 12,935,122
14,189,880$ 4,570,695$ 7,814,000$ 1,981,000$ 1,808,000$ 3,342,000$ 33,705,575$
Information Technology Replacement Fund = ITRF
Technology Investment Capital Fund = TICF
Utilities Enterprise Funds (Operating or Capital) = UEF
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture
Projects Total
Funding Source Abbreviations
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity Total
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture Total
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency Total
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
Connected Carlsbad Goal
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
Build Capacity for Data-driven Decision Making
Build Capacity for Data-driven Decision Making Total
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation Total
H-28
FIVE-YEAR SCHEDULE OF PROJECTS BY FUND
Connected Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Carlsbad Prior Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 5 Total
Project Name Goal Appropriation 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 Funding
Technology Investment Capital Fund
Audio Visual Upgrades FVCEC 725,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 100,000$ 1,225,000$
Business Process Automation BCDDM 150,000 150,000 - - - - 300,000
Civic Engagement with Open Data EAT 198,000 - 50,000 - - - 248,000
Command Central A/V Infrastucture PSSC - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)PSSC 1,580,000 - - - - - 1,580,000
Consolidation & Replacement of Core Systems PCDT 900,000 1,500,000 2,000,000 - - - 4,400,000
Cyber Security Program Development PSSC 450,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 950,000
Data Governance and Operational Analytics BCDDM 405,000 - 50,000 50,000 - - 505,000
Digital Information Network PCDT 5,025,584 500,000 500,000 - - - 6,025,584
Discovery Management Assessment BCDDM 30,000 - 140,000 - - - 170,000
Electronic Patient Care Reporting PSSC 50,000 (50,000) - - - - -
Enterprise Asset Management System PCDT 1,600,000 - - - - - 1,600,000
Enterprise Digital Asset Management EAT 400,000 - - - - - 400,000
Facility Monitoring and Analytics BCDDM - 100,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 - 250,000
Facility Security Master Plan PSSC 200,000 - 721,000 311,000 438,000 222,000 1,892,000
Fleet Telematics PCDT 45,916 130,000 - - - - 175,916
Live 911 PSSC 66,380 - - - - - 66,380
Online Permitting/Electronic Reviews (E-Reviews)EAT 645,000 - - - - - 645,000
Outdoor Wireless Study FVCEC 100,000 - - - - - 100,000
Patron Print/Copy/PC Management EAT 18,000 70,000 - - - - 88,000
Payment Works PSSC - 68,600 - - - - 68,600
Permit Process Automation BCDDM - - 200,000 200,000 - - 400,000
Police Records Management Migration PSSC - - 200,000 - - - 200,000
Police Body Camera Replacement PSSC - - 500,000 - - - 500,000
Police In-car Video Replacement PSSC - - - - - 550,000 550,000
Professional Technical Services for Data Project Delivery BCDDM 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 70,000 420,000
Project Portfolio Management Tool & Consulting PCDT 500,000 - - - - - 500,000
Record Digitization EAT - 100,000 100,000 - - - 200,000
RFID Replacement PCDT - - 600,000 - - - 600,000
Staff Managed Print PCDT - 700,000 - - - 800,000 1,500,000
Virtual Permitting Counter (OpenCounter)EAT 61,000 - 23,000 - - - 84,000
Expansion of Yardi EAT - 30,000 - - - - 30,000
Major Incident/Special Event Management System PSSC - - 20,000 - - - 20,000
Next Generation Online Catalog EAT 40,000 (40,000) - - - - -
Past Perfect Upgrade/Migration PCDT - 5,000 - - - - 5,000
Police Mobile Device IOS Transition PSSC - - 5,000 - - - 5,000
Remote Hold Pickup Locker EAT - - 40,000 - - - 40,000
Tightrope PCDT - - 35,000 - - - 35,000
Technology Investment Capital Fund Total 13,259,880 3,533,600 5,704,000 881,000 758,000 1,842,000 25,978,480
Information Technology Replacement Fund
Annual Hardware and Infrastructure Replacement PSSC 790,000 978,142 1,485,000 1,100,000 1,050,000 1,500,000 6,903,142
Exploration Hub Upgrade PCDT - 43,600 - - - - 43,600
Information Technology Replacement Fund Total 790,000 1,021,742 1,485,000 1,100,000 1,050,000 1,500,000 6,946,742
Utilities Enterprise Funds (Operating or Capital)
Meter Data Management/Utility Analytics BCDDM - - 550,000 - - - 550,000
Regulatory Water Usage Analytics (Operating Funds)BCDDM 50,000 15,353 - - - - 65,353
Utility Billing Automation PCDT - - 75,000 - - - 75,000
Utility Billing Portal PCDT 90,000 - - - - - 90,000
Total Utilities Enterprise Funds (Operating or Capital)140,000 15,353 625,000 - - - 780,353
14,189,880$ 4,570,695$ 7,814,000$ 1,981,000$ 1,808,000$ 3,342,000$ 33,705,575$
Connected Carlsbad Goal Abbreviations
Build Capacity for Data-driven Decision Making = BCDDM
Enhance Accessibility and Transparency = EAT
Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture = FVCEC
Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity = PSSC
Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation = PCDT
Funding Source
ProjectsTotal
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PROJECT FUNDING SOURCES
Technology Investment Capital Fund – Funds set aside on a yearly basis to fund ongoing SDTIP
digital transformation and technology projects. Revenue is mostly comprised of an annual General
Fund transfer, estimated based on a portion of the transfer of 6% of General Fund revenues, in
accordance with Council Policy No. 91 – Long Term General Fund Capital Funding Policy.
Information Technology Replacement Fund – Funds are collected annually from the city’s
operating departments as part of the IT Department internal service fund chargeback; charges are
based on an asset’s lifecycle and original cost. These funds are used to replace assets at the end of
their useful lives.
Utilities Enterprise Funds (Operating or Capital) – For information regarding the Utilities
Enterprise Funds, please see the Public Works Section of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget
and for the Capital Funds please see the CIP Section of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget.
PROJECTED FUND BALANCES
TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT CAPITAL FUND
FUNDS AVAILABILITY PROJECTION
Estimated Requested Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Balance Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28
2,762,560$ 3,414,960$ 2,010,960$ 5,541,960$ 9,340,960$
Transfers In 4,096,000 4,187,000 4,271,000 4,381,000 4,600,050
Interest Revenue 90,000 113,000 141,000 176,000 184,000
Project Appropriations 3,533,600 5,704,000 881,000 758,000 1,842,000
3,414,960$ 2,010,960$ 5,541,960$ 9,340,960$ 12,283,010$
2,762,560$
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Ending Available Balance
Balance Available for Future Projects
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT REPLACEMENT FUND
FUNDS AVAILABILITY PROJECTION
Requested Estimated Estimated Estimated Estimated
Balance Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28
2,349,929$ 2,896,227$ 2,761,227$ 3,011,227$ 3,311,227$
Replacement Cost Revenue 1,568,040 1,350,000 1,350,000 1,350,000 1,350,000
Replacement Appropriations 1,021,742 1,485,000 1,100,000 1,050,000 1,500,000
2,896,227$ 2,761,227$ 3,011,227$ 3,311,227$ 3,161,227$
2,349,929$ Estimated Available Funds
Ending Available Balance
Beginning Available Balance
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REVENUE PROJECTIONS SCHEDULE
BUDGET EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE
2019-20 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24
Actual Actual Actual Projected Estimated
Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
Technology Investment Capital NA NA 10,747,619$ 4,076,004$ 4,186,000$
Information Technology Department Replacement 810,400 1,221,363 1,491,070 1,555,005 1,568,040
Total 810,400$ 1,221,363$ 12,238,689$ 5,631,009$ 5,754,040$
Fund
2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 2023-24 2023-24
Actual Actual Estimated Continuing New Total
Expense Expense Expense Appropriations Appropriations Appropriations
Technology Investment Capital NA 1,615,320$ 2,100,000$ 7,076,551$ 3,533,600$ 10,610,151$
Information Technology Department Replacement 1,822,434 935,994 1,396,948 554,580 1,021,742 1,576,322
Total 1,822,434$ 2,551,314$ 3,496,948$ 7,631,131$ 4,555,342$ 12,186,473$
Fund
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PROJECT ESTIMATED OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The projects listed on the table below represent projects that have been determined will have or may
have operating budget impacts in the fiscal year identified. Projects that have a zero listed for each
fiscal year are pending an estimate due to the possible solution having to many pending variables.
Once a more exact solution is identified the operational estimate will be updated. As the fiscal years
identified on the table become the next budgeting year, the Information Technology Department will
include a request for the additional operating budget in the department’s annual operating budget
request.
Total Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Project Name Funding 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 Totals
Business Process Automation 300,000$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
Civic Engagement with Open Data 248,000 - 100,000 50,000 25,000 - 175,000
Command Central A/V Infrastucture 200,000 - - - - - -
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)1,580,000 150,000 20,000 - - - 170,000
Cyber Security Program Development 950,000 132,500 - - - - 132,500
Data Governance and Operational Analytics 505,000 125,000 75,000 60,000 50,000 50,000 360,000 Digital Information Network 6,025,584 - 150,000 150,000 - - 300,000
Discovery Management Assessment 170,000 - - - - - -
Enterprise Asset Management System 1,600,000 20,000 - - - - 20,000
Enterprise Digital Asset Management 400,000 - - 75,000 - - 75,000
Expansion of Yardi 30,000 1,500 - - - - 1,500
Facility Monitoring and Analytics 250,000 - - - - - -
Facility Security Master Plan 1,892,000 - - 150,000 150,000 150,000 450,000
Fleet Telematics 175,916 - - - - - -
Live 911 66,380 - 60,000 - - - 60,000
Major Incident/Special Event Management System 20,000 - - - - - -
Meter Data Management/Utility Analytics 550,000 - - 175,000 - - 175,000
Online Permitting/Electronic Reviews (E-Reviews)645,000 - 27,300 - - - 27,300
Past Perfect Upgrade/Migration 5,000 2,000 - - - - 2,000
Payment Works 68,600 - 54,000 - - - 54,000 Permit Process Automation 400,000 - - - - - -
Police Records Management Migration 200,000 - - 54,000 - - 54,000
Project Portfolio Management Tool & Consulting 500,000 165,000 - - - - 165,000
Regulatory Water Usage Analytics (Operating Funds)65,353 - 42,000 - - - 42,000
Remote Hold Pickup Locker 40,000 - - 4,000 - - 4,000
RFID Replacement 600,000 - - - - - -
Staff Managed Print 1,500,000 - (80,000) - - - (80,000)
Tightrope 35,000 - - - - - -
Utility Billing Automation 75,000 - - 7,500 - - 7,500
Virtual Permitting Counter (OpenCounter)84,000 - - 34,500 - - 34,500
19,180,833$ 596,000$ 448,300$ 760,000$ 225,000$ 200,000$ 2,229,300$
* Listing only includes projects with expected changes in operational budget requirements. If listed with a zero amount, staff have not been able to determine that amount with the current information.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The City of Carlsbad Capital Improvement Program reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to
maintaining the highest standards of quality facilities for our community today and in the future. It is
a planning document, not a commitment for spending. The 15-year program outlines the expenditure
plan for future capital projects and the corresponding revenues to pay for those expenditures.
Projects that are shown in the CIP are generally defined as any construction, rehabilitation or
replacement of major infrastructure such as streets, libraries, parks, fire stations and administrative
facilities, water, sewer and drainage facilities, and other facilities that are located on or in the ground.
In most cases, the total construction cost of each of these assets is recorded and tracked as part of
the city’s inventory of capital infrastructure assets and other city-owned property.
Once the City Council adopts the proposed annual CIP budget, projects receive an appropriation that
authorizes spending in the amount specified for the adopted fiscal year only. Estimated budget
information is shown for a 15-year period to provide the most comprehensive information about
known future projects. Spending authority in future years is not granted until adoption of the annual
proposed CIP budget associated with each year.
The CIP is organized by the following project classifications:
Investing in our quality of life
The City of Carlsbad’s philosophy is to take a proactive, long-range planning approach to building high
quality facilities and infrastructure that support the needs and priorities of the community. Prudent
financial planning has ensured ongoing funding to modernize, repair, and replace existing
infrastructure projects through numerous asset management programs. Since the city applies a
comprehensive asset management approach to infrastructure planning and budgeting it is able to
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avoid more costly unexpected repairs or operational needs and minimize the burden on emergency
expenditures.
As the city continues to grow and
develop, there is a corresponding
increase in the demand for development-
related services and new facilities. To
ensure that the necessary infrastructure
and facilities are built on a schedule that
meets or exceeds this demand, the
citizens of Carlsbad adopted a Growth
Management Plan in 1986. The plan was
established to manage development
within the city by linking residential,
commercial, and industrial development
directly to standards for availability of
public services and facilities.
The Growth Management Plan states that unless a standard level of facilities is available to meet new
demands resulting from the city’s growth, development cannot proceed. Recently, certain actions,
such as imposing a moratorium, have been determined to be impermissible by the California Housing
and Community Development Department, per Senate Bill 330, Housing Crisis Act of 2019, which
became effective on Jan. 1, 2020.
The detailed level of planning required by Growth Management has allowed the city’s CIP to
anticipate the funding needed for capital improvements in the next 15 years. Facilities such as
community centers, parks and fire stations have been constructed and opened to the public under
this program.
The CIP has been designed to specifically address areas where new or expanded facilities will be
needed to maintain compliance with the adopted performance standards. With the adoption of the
fiscal year 2023-24 CIP, compliance with the Growth Management Plan is continued.
In October 2022, City Council approved a five-year strategic plan with policy goals to reflect the most
important priorities of the community. The CIP budget includes the priority construction projects
identified the strategic plan.
Project evaluation
Development of the CIP is a team effort involving all operational departments, the City Manager’s
Office, the City Council, and the community. Community feedback on infrastructure needs is
considered and incorporated as appropriate. The CIP is fully vetted at multiple levels of the city
organization by appropriate staff using an inclusive and transparent process and reviewed on a
quarterly basis.
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Projects were evaluated for the ability
to deliver realistic outcomes
considering anticipated revenue
decreases in some capital funding
sources. The city remains focused on
matching existing resources with
reasonable and achievable project
schedules while continuing to work
on projects that are already
underway. Existing project balances
were evaluated to determine
whether additional funding was
needed or if the existing balances
were adequate. Funding
recommendations were matched
against project timing and balanced against available funding sources.
As the CIP is implemented throughout the year, staff continually re-evaluate projects’ scopes, costs
and schedules to responsibly and cost-effectively manage infrastructure assets at the required levels
of service throughout their lifecycle. Recommendations for project funding consider current project
status, project scheduling and sequencing requirements, project constraints, and current staff
capacity. Project charters are updated to include project description, location, summary of need,
justification including any legislative or policy citations, cost estimates, and project scores.
Fiscal year 2023-24 appropriations by category
In the fiscal year 2023-24 CIP, there are approximately 227 continuing and new projects planned over
the next 15 years. The fiscal year 2023-24 CIP outlines $97.7 million in new appropriations to provide
additional funding for the continuation of existing projects as well as funding for 5 new projects.
Projected revenues during the same fiscal year are estimated at $95.9 million.
Planning, 1%Project
Accounting, 7%
Maintenance &
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Capital Projects,
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FY 2023-24 Appropriations by Category
$97.7 million
Capital Improvement Program
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City Council goals
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Fiscal year 2023-24 appropriations by project type
Civic Buildings and Facility Maintenance
$11.7 million
This category includes a variety of facilities such as fire stations, libraries and community centers.
Costs include repair, maintenance and replacement of civic buildings and other operational facilities.
(Note: due to changes in estimated construction dates for the Orion Center project the net
expenditures for this category in fiscal year 2023-24 are -$758,509)
Parks
$46.2 million
Projects include improvements and enhancements to existing parks, such as playground resurfacing,
picnic areas and other needs identified by the community and in recently updated parks master
plans.
Drainage
$2.7 million
The city’s drainage infrastructure plays an important role in handling storm water runoff flows, as
well as maintaining the water quality of the city’s creeks, lagoons and ocean. As the city continues to
age, it is increasingly necessary to balance repairing and replacing the existing lines with enhancing
the current infrastructure to accommodate future needs.
Sewer
$13.4 million
The city’s sewer, or wastewater, projects include numerous pipeline construction and rehabilitation
projects, as well as improvements to the Encina Wastewater Treatment facility. Most new lines are
built and paid for with impact fees collected with new development.
Water and Recycled Water
$9.4 million
Future water and recycled water projects include construction of new pipelines, replacement of
existing waterlines and reservoir improvements. The Carlsbad Municipal Water District has been
producing and delivering recycled water for over 30 years.
Transportation
$26.7 million
People of all ages and abilities want to go places safely and conveniently in Carlsbad, whether they
drive, walk, bike, or ride a bus or train. The city continues to invest in modernizing roads, leveraging
technology to improve traffic systems, and making timely repairs and rehabilitation of the roadways,
bridges, sidewalks and other assets in public rights of way throughout the city.
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NEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Carlsbad Boulevard Roadway Configuration
Managing Department: Transportation Classification: Capital Project
Funding Source:
Infrastructure Replacement Fund
Budget FY24 $ 2,000,000
TOTAL $ 2,000,000
About This Project
This project will reconfigure Carlsbad Boulevard from Pine Avenue to the southern city border to
enhance safe transportation options for biking, walking and driving. The project will include vehicular
lane reductions and seal the roadways to improve pavement condition for all users of the road.
Reconfiguring roadways also reduces the long-term pavement maintenance costs and improves the
line of sight for side street users approaching the arterial.
Project Need
In August 2022 the City of Carlsbad declared a local state of emergency, citing a 233% increase in
collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019. This project was identified as a recommended mid-
term strategy to improve traffic safety as part of the city’s Safer Streets Together Plan.
General Plan Consistency
Policy 3-P.15 of the Mobility Element: Evaluate methods and transportation facility improvements to
promote biking, walking, safer street crossings, and attractive streetscapes. The City Council shall
have the sole discretion to approve any such road diet or vehicle traffic calming improvements that
would reduce vehicle capacity to or below a LOS D.
Climate Action Plan Consistency
Not applicable.
Anticipated Environmental Review
The project is exempt from environmental review per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) – Existing
Facilities. Exempted are existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian
trails, and similar facilities (this includes road grading for the purpose of public safety), and other
alterations such as the addition of bicycle facilities, including but not limited to bicycle parking,
bicycle-share facilities and bicycle lanes, transit improvements such as bus lanes, pedestrian
crossings, street trees, and similar alterations that do not create additional automobile lanes.
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Carlsbad Village Drive Reconfiguration
Managing Department: Transportation
Classification: Capital Project
Funding Source: General Capital Construction
Budget
FY24 $ 350,000
FY25 $ 1,500,000
TOTAL $ 1,850,000
About This Project
The project will trim medians and move vehicular lanes inward to bring existing bicycle lanes to
modern roadway standards along Carlsbad Village Drive between Interstate 5 and Carlsbad
Boulevard. The existing bicycle lanes in some areas are only meet minimum modern roadway
standards. With significant bicycle traffic in this area, several collisions and near misses with vehicles
have been reported. This project will improve conditions for all the users on the road and reduce the
long-term maintenance costs.
Project Need
In August 2022 the City of Carlsbad declared a local state of emergency, citing a 233% increase in
collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019. This project was identified as a recommended mid-
term strategy to improve traffic safety as part of the city’s Safer Streets Together Plan.
General Plan Consistency
Policy 3-P.15 of the Mobility Element: Evaluate methods and transportation facility improvements to
promote biking, walking, safer street crossings, and attractive streetscapes. The City Council Shall
have the sole discretion to approve any such road diet or vehicle traffic calming improvements that
would reduce vehicle capacity to or below a LOS D.
Climate Action Plan Consistency
Not applicable.
Anticipated Environmental Review
The project is exempt from environmental review per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) – Existing
Facilities. Exempted are existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian
trails, and similar facilities (this includes road grading for the purpose of public safety), and other
alterations such as the addition of bicycle facilities, including but not limited to bicycle parking,
bicycle-share facilities and bicycle lanes, transit improvements such as bus lanes, pedestrian
crossings, street trees, and similar alterations that do not create additional automobile lanes.
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Fire Station 7
Managing Department: Facilities
Classification: Capital Project
Funding Source: General Capital Construction
Budget
FY24 $ 100,000 FY25 $ 200,000
TOTAL $ 300,000
About This Project
This project will identity a site and initiate the preliminary design process for a new Fire Station 7 in
the vicinity of Cannon Road and Carlsbad Boulevard. Future funding requests may include potential
acquisition of property and construction costs.
Project Need
Carlsbad remains one of the safest cities in the region due to new investments in fire and emergency
medical services. This project is identified in the city’s 5-Year Strategic Plan as a priority project in the
area, Quality of Life and Safety. It addresses the specific Strategic Objective to “bring Fire Department
up to Standards of Cover to ensure the city is prepared to meet the community’s changing fire and
emergency medical needs.”
General Plan Consistency
Goal 2-G.21 of the Land Use & Community Design Element: Ensure that adequate public facilities and
services are provided in a timely manner to preserve the quality of life of residents.
Climate Action Plan Consistency
Not applicable.
Anticipated Environmental Review
The level of environmental review and any potential environmental impacts will be determined upon
further analysis. It is likely environmental review could range from a CEQA exemption (project is
exempt from environmental review) to a Mitigated Negative Declaration (project has environmental
impacts that can be mitigated).
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Public Works Storage Facility
Managing Department: Facilities
Classification: Capital Project
Funding Source: General Capital Construction
Budget
FY24 $ 99,000
TOTAL $ 99,000
About This Project
This project will identify the site location and initiate the preliminary design process for a public
works storage facility to contain items currently stored at the Farmers Property and other city
facilities. Future funding requests will consider construction costs.
Project Need
In August 2022 City Council approved the sale of the Farmers Property in a fiduciarily responsible
time frame, since it was not selected as the future City Hall/Civic Center site. Currently the Farmers
Property is used to store various equipment and supplies for Public Works and other city
departments. In preparation for selling the property, the building will need to be emptied and other
storage sites used. This project is also identified in the city’s 5-Year Strategic Plan as a priority project
in the area of Organizational Excellence and Fiscal Health, which aims to make Carlsbad a model for
effective and efficient local government.
General Plan Consistency
Goal 2-G.21 of the Land Use & Community Design Element: Ensure that adequate public facilities and
services are provided in a timely manner to preserve the quality of life of residents.
Climate Action Plan Consistency
Not applicable.
Anticipated Environmental Review
The level of environmental review and any potential environmental impacts will be determined upon
further analysis. It is likely environmental review could range from a CEQA exemption (project is
exempt from environmental review) to a Mitigated Negative Declaration (project has environmental
impacts that can be mitigated).
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Traffic Signal Cabinet Upgrades
Managing Department: Transportation
Classification: Capital Project
Funding Source: General Capital Construction
Budget
FY24 $ 180,000 TOTAL $ 180,000
About This Project
Traffic signal cabinets, located along city roads, are used to store the equipment used to operate
traffic signals. This project will make necessary improvements to traffic signal cabinets to ensure safe
and reliable operations in several locations. At El Camino Real and Dove Lane, the cabinet will be
lowered to road grade height to facilitate routine maintenance and repairs and improve access to
components on higher level racks. At El Camino Real and Hosp Way, the service pedal will be
relocated to remove an obstruction preventing proper access to the pedestrian push buttons. At
Carlsbad Village Drive and Concord Street the cabinet will be upgraded from a small, 334 style with
no battery backup to the city’s standard 332 style with battery backup.
Project Need
Proper maintenance of traffic signal cabinets helps enable quick, timely repairs as needed and ensure
the smooth flow of traffic throughout Carlsbad.
General Plan Consistency
Goal 2-G.21 of the Land Use & Community Design Element: Ensure that adequate public facilities and
services are provided in a timely manner to preserve the quality of life of residents.
Climate Action Plan Consistency
Not applicable.
Anticipated Environmental Review
The project is exempt from environmental review per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(b) – repair,
maintenance, and minor alteration of existing facilities, including those of public utilities, involving
negligible or no expansion of use.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM REVENUES
Over the next 15 years, revenues for capital projects are estimated at $818.8 million and are
segregated into six major funding sources: (1) fees generated by development in the City of Carlsbad,
(2) special district fees and taxes from the community facilities districts and bridge and thoroughfare
benefit districts, (3) water and wastewater replacement funds, (4) infrastructure replacement funds
other than wastewater and water, (5) general capital construction funds, and (6) other sources,
including grants, sales taxes and contributions from other agencies.
Approximately 14.4% of all capital revenue is received as a result of development, including
developer fees and financing districts in the chart above, and is dependent upon assumptions made
about the city's annual growth in dwelling units and commercial and industrial square feet. These
revenues include Public Facilities Fees, Traffic Impact Fees, Park-In-Lieu Fees, Planned Local Drainage
Fees, water connection fees, sewer connection charges, and community facilities districts and bridge
and thoroughfare benefit districts fees.
Water and wastewater replacement revenues generated by user fees equal approximately 36.2% of
total revenues and are used to pay for replacement of existing water and sewer facilities.
Infrastructure Replacement and General Capital Construction revenues, equal to 18.2%, are transfers
from the city’s General Fund, which are being set aside to pay for replacement of major capital
facilities other than wastewater and water facilities and the construction of various municipal
projects. The remaining 28.1% consists of revenues from other agencies and include federal and state
grants, the county sales tax program TransNet, gas taxes, and contributions or reimbursements from
cities, developers, and other agencies.
Financing Districts
3.1%
General Capital
Construction
9.6%
Infrastructure
Replacement Fund
8.6%
Other agencies
28.1%
Developer fees
14.4%
Utility Replacement
transfers
36.2%
Capital Improvement Program
Projected Revenues FY 2023-24 to FY 2037-38
$818.8 million
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FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
As shown on the graph on the previous page, there are a variety of revenues that are used to fund
the capital projects. In order to estimate revenues to be received from development, several
assumptions about the rate and type of future development are made. These assumptions can
change from year to year and tend to correlate with the current economic climate.
Every year, city staff evaluates all existing and future private development projects and compares this
information to the capacity of the city using the most current adopted general plans. Information
about existing development activity combined with estimates of how remaining net developable land
might develop is then summarized to prepare future projections about when and where residential
and non-residential development may occur. The following table shows the number of residential
units and non-residential square feet of development that was used in calculating estimated
revenues for fiscal year 2023-24 and subsequent years to build out.
Projected Future Development
Fiscal Year Residential Units Non-Residential
Square Feet
2023-24 616 298,961
2024-25 310 89,341
2025-26 184 8,655
2026-27 101 8,655
2027-28 101 2,953
2029-33 1,014 2,131,926
2034-build out 761 2,000,458
Totals 3,087 4,540,949
Financial forecasting schedules are prepared to ensure that funding will be sufficient and available for
construction of capital projects as planned in the CIP. In addition to evaluating whether or not capital
funds are sufficient, significant operating cost impacts and availability of staff resources are also
considered in evaluating the timing of projects. Where funding discrepancies occur, alternative
financing methods and project timing are evaluated, and recommendations are made to resolve the
discrepancies.
Conservatively, about 3,087 residential units are anticipated for future development, and it is
currently estimated that the city is more than 90% built out. Residential development for fiscal year
2023-24 is projected at 616 units, and, over the next five years, should average 262 units per year.
The amount of non-residential development is projected at about 409,000 square feet over the next
five years.
Projects include several multi-family residential developments, commercial industrial, office and
other mixed-use projects. Development estimates provide data for estimating future fee revenues,
which are calculated by multiplying each applicable development fee by the estimated number of
dwelling units and/or square feet of construction expected during each year.
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FUTURE PROJECTS
The CIP for fiscal year 2023-24 to fiscal year 2037-38 outlines approximately 245 projects at a cost of
$798 million. Long-range planning and responsible asset management play key roles in the
development of future capital projects. Using data from various infrastructure master plans, ongoing
asset condition assessments, technical modelling, field inspections as well as community feedback,
the information provided for future years reflects the most comprehensive snapshot of known or
anticipated future projects as well as associated estimated costs.
Civic facilities
11%
Parks
10%
Drainage
7%
Wastewater26%
Water/Recycled
Water
24%
Transportation
22%
Future Project Costs By Type
FY 2023-24 to FY 2037-38
$798 million
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CALCULATION OF FUTURE FEES
The revenue projections in the CIP reflect the growth assumptions identified in the previous section.
The following information delineates how those assumptions were applied to estimate future
development revenues. The mix of future multi-family and single-family residential units is assumed
to be 80% and 20%, respectively, and reflects the anticipated mix of residential development for each
Local Facilities Management Zone.
To calculate estimated revenues for Traffic Impact Fees, the number of average daily trips was
computed for each type of development use. An attached multi-family residential dwelling unit is
assigned either eight or six trips and a detached single-family unit is assigned 10 trips per day. The
trips-per-day value for commercial and industrial buildings are 40 and eight trips per 1,000 square
feet of development, respectively, although the actual volume of trips generated by commercial and
industrial buildings can vary widely depending on the ultimate land use.
CFD No. 1 is a citywide district established to finance various civic facilities required under the city’s
Growth Management Plan. Park-in-Lieu Fees are collected for the purchase and development of
parkland within each quadrant of the city, and the fees are based on the acquisition cost of parkland.
Projects in the CIP funded with Park-in-Lieu Fees include future park site acquisition, development
and restoration. Bridge and thoroughfare fee districts or BTDs are formed by property owners to
finance specific road construction projects located within the district boundaries. BTD No. 2
Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Parkway was formed to finance the construction of Poinsettia Lane between
Aviara Parkway and El Camino Real and Aviara Parkway between Palomar Airport Road and Poinsettia
Lane.
UNFUNDED PROJECTS
The CIP includes several projects for which there is no identifiable funding source for future
construction and, in some cases, where only partial funding has been identified. The city will
investigate obtaining possible external funding, such as federal and state grants, loans, or other
financing sources. Once funding is identified for these projects, the project costs will be reviewed and
updated to reflect actual cost estimates. Projects on this list are part of the City Council’s Five Year
Strategic Plan or were identified by Council direction. Two projects are partially funded by the Traffic
Impact Fee program. The program was planned to generate enough revenue to pay for 20% of the
total costs of these projects, leaving the remaining 80% unfunded.
Business Park Recreational Facility (Partial funding / Park Fee Zones 5, 13, 16, 17, 18) $16,500,000
Cannon Lake Park (6.7 acres) 2,243,000
Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment – Manzano Drive to Island Way (Partial funding / TIF) 21,015,200
Chestnut Complete Street I-5 to Railroad 2,500,000
College Boulevard Extension 30,000,000
Fire Station 7 19,000,000
Grand Avenue Promenade 9,000,000
Maerkle Solar Project 50,000,000
Monroe Street Pool 25,500,000
Orion Complex Energy Storage 10,000,000
South Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment (Partial funding / TIF) 5,000,000
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PROJECTED FUND BALANCES FOR FISCAL YEAR
2022-23
July 1, 2022 Projected June 30, 2023
Unreserved Projected Projected Debt Service Projected
Fund Balance Revenues Expenditures Loans & Other Balance
BTD#2 - Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Pkwy 587,724$ 1,881,644$ 38,730$ - 2,430,638$
BTD#3 - Cannon Road West 526,327 7,063 - - 533,390
CFD #1 - Citywide 96,751,249 3,504,178 774,991 15,984$ 99,464,452
Gas Tax 13,538,020 3,558,726 3,029,688 500,000 13,567,058
Gas Tax (Road Maint. & Rehab Acct.)6,546,359 2,709,681 5,606,349 - 3,649,691
General Capital Const.42,532,124 4,113,577 13,540,796 - 33,104,906
Grants - Federal 3,181 - 1,442 - 1,739
Grants - State - - - - -
Infrastructure Replacement 118,511,911 5,557,667 11,027,079 - 113,042,499
Other 1,932,611 25,934 959,647 - 998,898
Park Fee Zones 5,13,16, 17, 18 4,798,572 166,666 - - 4,965,237
Park-In-Lieu NE 4,770,998 64,022 - - 4,835,020
Park-In-Lieu NW 2,580,013 484,137 106,743 - 2,957,406
Park-In-Lieu SE 1,783,139 422,162 62,000 - 2,143,301
Park-In-Lieu SW 809,275 40,561 - - 849,836
Planned Local Drainage Area A 1,002,649 13,444 51,586 - 964,507
Planned Local Drainage Area B 1,534,791 231,285 65,760 - 1,700,315
Planned Local Drainage Area C 1,590,152 21,333 31,827 - 1,579,658
Planned Local Drainage Area D 666,282 321,892 39,943 - 948,230
Public Facilities Fee 29,139,633 1,680,368 1,399,148 - 29,420,853
Sewer Connection 7,474,469 544,416 3,261,830 - 4,757,055
Sewer Replacement 19,137,934 5,538,049 8,119,066 - 16,556,916
Traffic Impact Fee 21,072,655 2,623,889 3,607,435 - 20,089,110
Transnet/Local 32,297,901 5,376,349 4,458,222 - 33,216,028
Water - Potable 36,615,366 1,228,365 151,270 - 37,692,461
Water - Recycled (10,898,586) - 1,817,501 - (12,716,086)
Water Replacement - Potable 60,406,854 5,828,758 7,943,220 - 58,292,392
Water Replacement - Recycled 17,792,436 1,221,177 575,782 - 18,437,831
Total 513,504,037$ 47,165,341$ 66,670,055$ 515,984$ 493,483,340$
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PROJECTED FUND BALANCES FOR FISCAL YEAR
2023-24
July 1, 2023 June 30, 2023 July 01, 2023 2023-24 June 30, 2024
Projected Estimated Continuing New Total Projected
Fund Balance Revenues Appropriations Appropriations Appropriations Balance
BTD#2 - Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Pkwy 2,430,638$ - 401,346$ - 401,346$ 2,029,292$
BTD#3 - Cannon Road West 533,390 - - - - 533,390
CFD #1 - Citywide 99,464,452 3,345,149$ 33,545,577 37,452,000$ 70,997,577 31,812,024
Gas Tax 13,567,058 2,985,297 14,937,402 1,479,123 16,416,525 135,830
Gas Tax (Road Maint. & Rehab Acct.)3,649,691 2,857,289 3,256,447 3,070,000 6,326,447 180,533
General Capital Const.33,104,906 11,600,000 21,173,902 7,897,000 29,070,902 15,634,004
Grants - Federal 1,739 9,774,840 2,885,895 8,000,000 10,885,895 (1,109,316)
Grants - State - 5,000,000 - 5,000,000 5,000,000 -
Infrastructure Replacement 113,042,499 4,200,000 32,378,582 11,107,000 43,485,582 73,756,917
Other 998,898 - 323,489 - 323,489 675,409
Park Fee Zones 5,13,16, 17, 18 4,965,237 113,019 - - - 5,078,256
Park-In-Lieu NE 4,835,020 - 614,000 424,000 1,038,000 3,797,020
Park-In-Lieu NW 2,957,406 3,013,278 2,575,063 1,922,000 4,497,063 1,473,621
Park-In-Lieu SE 2,143,301 449,289 161,805 212,000 373,805 2,218,785
Park-In-Lieu SW 849,836 439,078 219,562 - 219,562 1,069,352
Planned Local Drainage Area A 964,507 30,974 46,208 - 46,208 949,274
Planned Local Drainage Area B 1,700,315 357,095 7,828 - 7,828 2,049,582
Planned Local Drainage Area C 1,579,658 283,664 31,335 75,000 106,335 1,756,986
Planned Local Drainage Area D 948,230 108,453 23,251 - 23,251 1,033,433
Public Facilities Fee 29,420,853 2,947,263 4,331,467 (47,000) 4,284,467 28,083,648
Sewer Connection 4,757,055 777,098 4,019,732 1,195,000 5,214,732 319,421
Sewer Replacement 16,556,916 10,445,506 28,077,191 6,152,500 34,229,691 (7,227,269)
Traffic Impact Fee 20,089,110 4,743,682 17,505,669 3,590,000 21,095,669 3,737,122
Transnet/Local 33,216,028 5,886,000 27,489,757 5,640,000 33,129,757 5,972,270
Water - Potable 37,692,461 2,637,428 11,264,751 811,000 12,075,751 28,254,138
Water - Recycled (12,716,086) 15,998,990 2,957,903 - 2,957,903 325,000
Water Replacement - Potable 58,292,392 6,348,536 43,207,235 4,192,680 47,399,915 17,241,013
Water Replacement - Recycled 18,437,831 1,600,000 6,114,770 (494,600) 5,620,170 14,417,661
Total 493,483,340$ 95,941,926$ 257,550,167$ 97,677,703$ 355,227,870$ 234,197,396$
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REVENUE PROJECTIONS SCHEDULE
2019-20 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24
Actual Actual Actual Projected Estimated
Fund Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue Revenue
BTD#2 - Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Pkwy 217,466$ 22,020$ (497,154)$ 1,881,644$ -
BTD#3 - Cannon Road West 17,696 949 (21,419) 7,063 -
CFD #1 - Citywide 5,736,415 2,286,479 (2,303,139) 3,504,178 3,345,149$
Gas Tax 3,118,353 2,733,074 2,195,851 3,558,726 2,985,297
Gas Tax (Road Maint. & Rehab Acct.)2,067,614 2,149,734 2,080,454 2,709,681 2,857,289
General Capital Const.5,111,500 4,654,470 13,296,442 4,113,577 11,600,000
Grants - Federal 41,175 256,529 34,140 - 9,774,840
Grants - State - - - - 5,000,000
Infrastructure Replacement 9,369,345 4,704,670 (4,498,884) 5,557,667 4,200,000
Other 65,369 3,384 (78,654) 25,934 -
Park Fee Zones 5,13,16, 17, 18 255,028 78,182 (195,275) 166,666 113,019
Park-In-Lieu NE 347,407 451,497 (92,752) 64,022 -
Park-In-Lieu NW 260,256 429,037 267,635 484,137 3,013,278
Park-In-Lieu SE 326,671 3,205 (55,340) 422,162 449,289
Park-In-Lieu SW 271,373 319,862 13,108 40,561 439,078
Planned Local Drainage Area A 48,111 27,489 (20,032) 13,444 30,974
Planned Local Drainage Area B 174,328 635,853 54,137 231,285 357,095
Planned Local Drainage Area C 53,875 2,779 (36,025) 21,333 283,664
Planned Local Drainage Area D 31,433 2,877 (12,992) 321,892 108,453
Public Facilities Fee 3,439,781 1,751,477 (556,423) 1,680,368 2,947,263
Sewer Connection 749,326 332,049 (159,776) 544,416 777,098
Sewer Replacement 5,682,839 4,390,568 3,959,756 5,538,049 10,445,506
Traffic Impact Fee 1,924,738 1,084,181 (399,069) 2,623,889 4,743,682
Transnet/Local 4,546,554 3,347,237 2,215,348 5,376,349 5,886,000
Water - Potable 2,188,356 713,234 (1,309,185) 1,228,365 2,637,428
Water - Recycled 2,815,693 59,190 - - 15,998,990
Water Replacement - Potable 7,885,252 6,378,189 1,734,930 5,828,758 6,348,536
Water Replacement - Recycled 1,995,701 1,083,332 726,017 1,221,177 1,600,000
Total 58,741,652$ 37,901,545$ 16,341,701$ 47,165,341$ 95,941,926$
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BUDGET EXPENDITURE SCHEDULE
2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 2023-24 2023-24
Actual Actual Estimated Continuing New Total
FUND Expense Expense Expense Appropriations Appropriations Appropriations
BTD#2 - Poinsettia Lane/Aviara Pkwy - 13,059,041$ 38,730$ 401,346$ - 401,346$
BTD#3 - Cannon Road West - - - - - -
CFD #1 - Citywide 582,179$ 583,318 790,975 33,545,577 37,452,000$ 70,997,577
Gas Tax 2,911,799 2,605,882 3,529,688 14,937,402 1,479,123 16,416,525
Gas Tax (Road Maint. & Rehab Acct.)170,381 307,543 5,606,349 3,256,447 3,070,000 6,326,447
General Capital Const.5,086,290 12,606,427 13,540,796 21,173,902 7,897,000 29,070,902
Grants - Federal 260,820 26,669 1,442 2,885,895 8,000,000 10,885,895
Grants - State - - - - 5,000,000 5,000,000
Infrastructure Replacement 3,333,331 6,701,080 11,027,079 32,378,582 11,107,000 43,485,582
Other 8,868 2,587 959,647 323,489 - 323,489
Park Fee Zones 5,13,16, 17, 18 - - - - - -
Park-In-Lieu NE - - - 614,000 424,000 1,038,000
Park-In-Lieu NW - - 106,743 2,575,063 1,922,000 4,497,063
Park-In-Lieu SE - 1,196 62,000 161,805 212,000 373,805
Park-In-Lieu SW 1,118 - - 219,562 - 219,562
Planned Local Drainage Area A 6,131 1,149 51,586 46,208 - 46,208
Planned Local Drainage Area B 1,510,279 77,250 65,760 7,828 - 7,828
Planned Local Drainage Area C 4,174 2,913 31,827 31,335 75,000 106,335
Planned Local Drainage Area D 49,311 12,358 39,943 23,251 - 23,251
Public Facilities Fee 164,847 2,635,240 1,399,148 4,331,467 (47,000) 4,284,467
Sewer Connection 810,372 611,405 3,261,830 4,019,732 1,195,000 5,214,732
Sewer Replacement 8,206,747 6,944,820 8,119,066 28,077,191 6,152,500 34,229,691
Traffic Impact Fee 1,196,826 2,806,082 3,607,435 17,505,669 3,590,000 21,095,669
Transnet/Local 2,152,292 1,922,954 4,458,222 27,489,757 5,640,000 33,129,757
Water - Potable 17,507 432,625 151,270 11,264,751 811,000 12,075,751
Water - Recycled 3,235,638 127,177 1,817,501 2,957,903 - 2,957,903
Water Replacement - Potable 5,224,472 1,467,222 7,943,220 43,207,235 4,192,680 47,399,915
Water Replacement - Recycled 792,286 2,531,036 575,782 6,114,770 (494,600) 5,620,170
Total 35,725,667$ 55,465,974$ 67,186,038$ 257,550,167$ 97,677,703$ 355,227,870$
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PROJECT ESTIMATED OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS
The projects listed in the table below represent projects that have been determined will have or may
have operating budget impacts within the next five fiscal years. Estimated impacts to operating
budget are based on industry standards. Projects that have an estimated zero-dollar impact on the
city’s operating budget are not listed below. As the fiscal years identified in the table become the
next budgeting year, the associated appropriate department will make a request for additional
operating budget.
Project Department
Operating
fiscal year
Estimated
annual cost
State Street Parking Lot electric vehicle charging
stations Facilities 2023-24 $3,800
Public Works storage facility Facilities 2024-25 79,600
Veteran’s Memorial Park (all quadrants) Parks 2024-25 800,000
Barrio Street Lighting Transportation 2026-27 19,300
Orion Center Facilities 2026-27 595,200
Carlsbad Boulevard pedestrian lighting Transportation 2027-28 31,500
Village decorative lighting – State Street,
Madison, Roosevelt and Washington Transportation 2027-28 13,500
Village decorative lighting – train station area Transportation 2027-28 5,400
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Abandon Potable Services (New Recycled Services)NO Citywide Medium 52051
WATERREPL
ADA Beach Access - Pine to Tamarack NO 1 Medium 60651 GCC
ADA Improvement Program NO Citywide High 60491
TRANSNET-LOC
Agua Hedionda Creek Maintenance NO 2 High 33381 PLDB
66291 IRF
Agua Hedionda LiŌ StaƟon Biological Monitoring and Maintenance NO 2 CriƟcal 55451
SEWERREPL
Alga Norte Park ModificaƟons NO 2 Medium 47331 GCC
Alga Norte SeƩlement Agreement YES 2 Null PA071 GCC
Assessment District 97-1 Maintenance NO 3 Medium 60841 GCC
Avenida Encinas Coastal Rail Trail and Pedestrian Improvements NO 2,3 CriƟcal 60041 TIF
60042 FEDGRANT
Aviara and Hidden Canyon Parks Playground Safety Resurfacing NO Citywide Low 47451 IRF
Aviara Reimbursement Agreement NO 2 Low 36491 PIL-SW
Barrio Street LighƟng NO 1 High 40131 GCC
40133 GAS TAX
40134 TRANSNET-LOC
40135 FED
GRANT
Beach Access Repair and Upgrades -Pine Avenue to Tamarack NO 1 CriƟcal 38961 IRF
38962 GCC
Bridge PreventaƟve Maintenance Program NO Citywide Medium 60661 IRF
Buena Interceptor Sewer Access Road
Improvements NO 3 High 55371
SEWER
REPL
Buena Interceptor Sewer Improvements NO 2,3 High 55011 SEWERREPL
55012 SEWER
CONN
Buena Interceptor Sewer Realignment - East Segment NO 2 High 55441
SEWERREPL
Buena Vista Creek Concrete Channel Maintenance at El Camino Real NO 1 CriƟcal 66191 GCC
66192 IRF
Business Park RecreaƟonal Facility (ParƟal Funding) (Zone 5 Park)NO 2 Low 19041 ZONE 5
C Tank Access Road and Electrical Improvements NO 2 Medium 52151 RECL REPL
52152 RECLCONN
Calavera Hills Community Center Refurbishment NO 2 Medium 47461 IRF
Calavera Hills Community Park Gateway Improvements NO 2 High 46011 GCC
Camino De Los Coches and La Costa Avenue IntersecƟon Control NO 4 CriƟcal 63251 GAS TAX
Camino Hills and Jackspar Drive Slope StabilizaƟon NO 2 Medium 60301 GCC
Cannon Park Restroom NO 2 Low 47261 GCC
1,675,825-----500,000250,00050,000925,825
2,875,000-----2,500,000--375,000
9,560,0002,225,0002,225,000175,000715,000175,000715,000175,000715,0003,155,000
3,545,249--------14,6453,545,249
1,768,000585,000520,000100,00095,00090,00085,00080,00080,000213,000
225,000--------225,000
1,024,000------710,000-314,000
60,000------60,000--
420,000--------420,000
7,677,903-----2,500,000-3,177,0005,177,903
1,776,000--------1,776,000
600,000--------600,000
238,000--------238,000
760,000--------760,000
150,000-------550,000-700,000
3,590,000-----1,030,0001,280,0001,280,0001,280,000
1,000,000------1,000,000--
6,612,750------700,0001,800,0005,912,750
6,899,000------700,000-6,199,000
6,427,511--950,000900,000900,000700,000500,000250,0002,477,511
1,150,000-----650,000-650,000-1,150,000
14,188,686-3,540,0003,540,0002,950,0002,950,000--250,0001,208,686
550,000--------550,000
7,107,000--1,800,0002,400,0001,200,0001,200,000--507,000
2,330,000546,000324,000150,00030,00030,000---1,250,000
3,320,000-----500,000--2,820,000
18,000,000-16,500,000---1,500,000---
1,250,000-----1,000,000-250,000250,000
375,000-----325,000-50,00050,000
1,985,000-------1,300,0001,985,000
1,407,850--------1,407,850
1,850,000----1,500,000---350,000
859,400--------859,400
15-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
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Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
CaminoHillsandJacksparDriveSlopeStabilizaƟon NO 2 Medium 60301 GCC
Cannon Park Restroom NO 2 Low 47261 GCC
Cannon Road LiŌ StaƟon
Improvements NO 2 High 55521
SEWER
REPL
Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue IntersecƟon Improvement NO 1 CriƟcal 60581 GAS TAX
60583 TRANSNET-LOC
Carlsbad Boulevard Emergency Repair NO 3 CriƟcal 60631 GAS TAX
Carlsbad Boulevard Lane ReducƟon and Edge Striping NO 2,3 High 60961 GAS TAX
Carlsbad Boulevard Median - Tamarack Avenue to Pine Avenue NO 1 Low 19071 GAS TAX
Carlsbad Boulevard Pedestrian Improvement Project NO 1 High 60971 GAS TAX
60972 FEDGRANT
60973 STATEGRANT
Carlsbad Boulevard Pedestrian LighƟngNO 1 High 60681
TRANSNET-LOC
Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment -Manzano Drive to Island Way NO 2 Low 19081 TIF
Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment -Manzano Drive to Island Way (RTCIP)NO 2 Low 19091 TIF
Carlsbad Boulevard Roadway ConfiguraƟon YES 1,2,3 High 24121 IRF
Carlsbad Boulevard Waterline
Replacement at Terramar NO 2 CriƟcal 50481
WATERREPL
Carlsbad Village Drive and Grand Avenue Pedestrian and Crossing
Improvements
NO 1 Medium 19121
TRANSNET-LOC
Carlsbad Village Drive ReconfiguraƟon YES 1 High 24031 GCC
Carlsbad Village Drive Widening -PonƟac Drive to Victoria Avenue NO Citywide High 19131 TIF
19132 GAS TAX
19133 TRANSNET-LOC
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility
(Encina Capital Projects)
NO 3 High 52031 WATER
REPL
52032 RECL REPL
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility
IrrigaƟon and Landscape NO 3 High 52131 RECL REPL
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility Roof Replacement NO 3 Low 47491 RECL REPL
Cathodic ProtecƟon Program NO Citywide CriƟcal 50071 WATER
REPL
50072 RECL REPL
CFD#1 AdministraƟon NO 2,3 Low 19151 CFD#1
Chestnut Avenue Complete Street Improvements - Valley to Pio Pico NO 1 Medium 19161
TRANSNET-LOC
Chestnut Complete Street I-5 to Railroad Project Study NO 1 Medium 60691
TRANSNET-LOC
Chestnut Underpass Public Art ProjectNO 1 Medium 60981 GCC
Chinquapin LiŌ StaƟon Improvements NO 1 High 55541
SEWERREPL
ChrisƟansen Way Improvements NO 1 Medium 19171
TRANSNET-LOC
City Facility Accessibility Upgrades NO Citywide Medium 47271 GCC
60741 IRF
45,765--------45,765
765,000------50,000565,000715,000
4,216,000----2,000,000445,000195,000-1,576,000
1,054,000--------1,054,000
841,000--------841,000
300,000--------300,000
2,763,0002,763,000--------
1,055,888--------1,055,888
----------
591,600-------591,600591,600
1,325,000--------1,325,000
932,000932,000--------
3,681,0003,681,000--------
2,000,000------2,000,000--
4,730,000-------1,300,0004,730,000
1,320,000---1,320,000-----
1,850,000-----1,500,000350,000--
----------
3,200,000---2,500,000700,000----
----------
599,944--------599,944
10,920,7101,325,0001,325,000268,000237,0001,992,000949,000767,000366,0004,057,710
35,000-------140,000-175,000
381,000------156,000-225,000
3,286,700280,000260,000190,000190,000190,000190,000190,000190,0001,796,700
200,000-----100,000100,000--
440,000---110,000110,000110,000110,000110,000-
1,080,000-----1,080,000---
85,000------85,000--
400,000-------150,000400,000
1,220,000------920,000300,000300,000
310,000----310,000----
500,000--------500,000
I-20
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
City Facility Accessibility Upgrades NO Citywide Medium 47271 GCC
City Facility Safety and Parking Lot LighƟng Assessment NO Citywide High 60741 IRF
60742 PIL-NW
City Fire StaƟons Wash Water BMPs NO Citywide Medium 66161 GCC
City Hall Complex NO Citywide CriƟcal 40081 CFD#1
City Hall Complex Refurbishment NO 1 Medium 47181 IRF
City Hall Exterior Refurbishment NO 1 CriƟcal 47251 GCC
Citywide Drainage Improvement Program NO 1 High 66082 GAS TAX
66083 IRF
Citywide Street LighƟng Program NO Citywide Medium 60921 GAS TAX
Citywide ThermoplasƟc Pavement Markings NO Citywide CriƟcal 60931 GAS TAX
Cole Library Expansion NO 1 Low 19211 CFD#1
19212 PFF
19213 GCC
Cole Library Security Fencing NO 1 Low 47501 IRF
College Boulevard - Cannon Road To
Badger Lane (375 Zone)NO 2 Low 50131
WATER
CONN
College Boulevard - Cannon Road To Badger Lane (490 Zone)NO 2 Low 50121
WATERCONN
College Boulevard Extension NO 2 Low 36362 OTHER
36363 PLDB
36364 TRANSNET
-LOC
Concrete Repair/Replacement Program NO Citywide High 60132 GAS TAX
60133 RMRA
Coordinated Traffic Signal Program NO Citywide High 63261 TRANSNET-LOC
63264 TRANSNET
-LOC
63265 IRF
Crestview Drive Transmission Main NO 1 Medium 50331
WATER
REPL
Desalinated Water Flow Control Facility No. 5 NO 2 High 50381
WATERCONN
DMP Facility AAA (Jefferson Street) NO 1 Low 19231 PLDA
DMP Facility AAAA (Madison Street) NO 1 Medium 19241 PLDA
DMP Facility AC (Highland Drive Drainage Project)NO 1 Medium 66091 PLDA
DMP Facility AFA (Hidden Valley
Drainage RestoraƟon and Enhancement Project)NO 2 Low 19251 PLDA
DMP Facility AFB (Calavera Hills Drainage RestoraƟon and
Enhancement Project)
NO 2 Low 19261 PLDA
DMP Facility BB 1 and 2 (Washington Street)NO 1 Low 19271 PLDB
DMP Facility BCB (Magnolia Avenue) NO 1 Medium 19281 PLDB
DMP Facility BFB-L and BFB-1
(TamarackandElCaminoRealPlda"B")
NO 1 Low 19291 PLDB
1,910,000--------1,910,000
200,000------200,000--
280,000--------280,000
51,028,105-48,500,0001,500,000-----1,028,105
1,144,000--------1,144,000
2,250,000--------2,250,000
6,090,594--------6,090,594
12,931,5002,500,0002,500,000300,000500,000300,000950,000300,000900,0005,581,500
150,000--------150,000
50,000--------50,000
5,988,0005,488,000-500,000------
11,936,00011,936,000--------
1,000,0001,000,000--------
170,000-------130,000170,000
1,528,383-----1,250,000-28,200278,383
1,562,600-----1,250,000-12,600312,600
1,713,002--------1,713,002
----------
1,205,000--------1,205,000
7,933,0001,850,0001,850,000340,000290,000250,000220,000200,000-2,933,000
10,647,0003,100,0003,100,000620,000620,000620,000620,000620,000620,0001,347,000
2,583,979--------2,583,979
1,000,000--------1,000,000
800,000--------800,000
605,000------284,00021,000321,000
11,569,601------758,000707,30110,811,601
290,000290,000--------
417,000417,000--------
922,000922,000--------
92,00092,000--------
164,000164,000--------
1,087,0001,087,000--------
469,000469,000--------
I-21
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
DMP Facility BCB (Magnolia Avenue) NO 1 Medium 19281 PLDBDMP Facility BFB-L and BFB-1
(Tamarack and El Camino Real Plda "B")NO 1 Low 19291 PLDB
DMP Facility BFB-U (El Camino Real) NO 1 High 66221 PLDB
66222 IRF
DMP Facility BL-L (College Boulevard Bridge Reimbursement Plda "B")NO 2 Low 19301 PLDB
DMP Facility BL-U (College Boulevard) NO 2 Low 19311 PLDB
DMP Facility BM (Cantarini/College Boulevard Box Culvert)NO 2 Low 19321 PLDB
DMP Facility BQ (Sunny Creek) NO 2 Low 19331 PLDB
DMP Facility BR (Cantarini/College Boulevard Pipe Drainage)NO 2 Low 19341 PLDB
DMP Facility C2 (Paseo Del Norte) NO 3 Low 19351 PLDC
DMP Facility CA (Avenida Encinas) NO 3 Low 19361 PLDC
DMP Facility DBA (Poinseƫa Village) NO 4 Low 19371 PLDD
DMP Facility DBB (Avenida Encinas) NO 4 Low 19381 PLDD
DMP Facility DFA (BaƟquitos Lagoon Stormwater Treatment)NO 4 Low 19391 PLDD
DMP Facility DH (AlƟve Place Canyon RestoraƟon)NO 3 Low 19401 PLDD
DMP Facility DQB (La Costa Town
Center)NO 4 Medium 19411 PLDD
DMP Facility DZ (Poinseƫa Lane) NO 3 High 19421 PLDD
Dove Library LighƟng Improvements NO 3 Low 40811 GCC
Drainage Master Plan Update NO Citywide High 66231 PLDA
66232 PLDB
66233 PLDC
66234 PLDD
El Camino Real and Agua Hedionda Creek Bridge Railing and Sidewalk NO 2 CriƟcal 60561 IRF
El Camino Real and Cannon Road IntersecƟon Improvements NO 2 CriƟcal 60421 TIF
60422 GAS TAX
El Camino Real Medians NO Citywide Low 36431 PFF
36432 GAS TAX
El Camino Real Right Turn Lane to East Bound Alga Road NO 3 Low 19441 TIF
El Camino Real Widening - Arenal Road to La Costa Avenue NO 4 High 39043 WATERREPL
60511 TIF
60512 GAS TAX
El Camino Real Widening - Poinseƫa Lane to Camino Vida Roble NO 2 CriƟcal 60721 TRANSNET-LOC
60722 FEDGRANT
El Camino Real Widening - Sunny Creek to Jackspar NO 2 CriƟcal 60941
TRANSNET-LOC
El Fuerte LiŌ StaƟon Pump AddiƟon NO 2 Medium 55531 SEWER CONN
905,000905,000--------
153,489--------153,489
7,330,000450,000350,00070,00060,00050,0005,500,000-100,000850,000
1,817,000-1,817,000-------
385,000385,000--------
205,000205,000--------
132,000132,000--------
181,000181,000--------
728,000728,000--------
530,000530,000--------
168,000168,000--------
430,000430,000--------
257,000257,000--------
233,000233,000--------
746,000746,000--------
643,000643,000--------
225,000--------225,000
216,512-------25,000216,512
583,000-------25,000583,000
246,890------75,00025,000171,890
234,598--------234,598
210,000--------210,000
3,536,000--------3,536,000
661,123-------175,877-837,000
695,780--------695,780
904,530--------904,530
438,000-438,000-------
1,000,000------1,000,000--
7,250,000------4,000,000-3,250,000
1,450,000------1,450,000--
3,155,000-------50,0003,155,000
1,440,000--------1,440,000
5,010,000-------1,010,0005,010,000
I-22
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
ElCaminoRealWidening-SunnyCreek to Jackspar NO 2 CriƟcal 60941
TRANSNET-LOC
El Fuerte LiŌ StaƟon Pump AddiƟon NO 2 Medium 55531
SEWERCONN
Encina Capital Projects (EWPCF) NO Citywide CriƟcal 58011
SEWER
REPL
Faraday and El Camino Real Sewer
Replacement - Orion to Palomar Airport Road NO 2 High 55391
SEWERCONN
Faraday Avenue Improvements NO 2 High 60991 GCC
Faraday Center Refurbishment NO 2 Medium 47201 IRF
Fire Flow Capacity System Improvements NO 1 Medium 50431
WATERREPL
Fire StaƟon 2 Replacement NO 4 High 40601 GCC
40602 IRF
Fire StaƟon 7 YES 2 Medium 24131 GCC
Fleet Fuel Island Upgrade NO 2 High 47471 IRF
Fleet Maintenance Refurbishment NO 2 High 47141 IRF
47142 GCC
Foxes Landing LiŌ StaƟon Wetwell and Pump Replacement NO 1 CriƟcal 55261
SEWERREPL
Grand Avenue Promenade NO 1 Medium 40612 GCC
Guardrail Replacement and
Improvement Program NO Citywide Medium 60871 GAS TAX
Harding Center Refurbishment NO 1 Low 47081 IRF
Headwall Replacement Program NO 1 Medium 66241 IRF
Hosp Grove Park Improvements NO 1 Low 47281 IRF
47282 PIL-NW
Hydroelectric GeneraƟon at Water FaciliƟes NO 2 Low 50591
WATERCONN
Intelligent Traffic Control Devices NO Citywide Low 66341 GAS TAX
Kelly Drive and Park Drive Complete Street Improvements NO 1 High 60751 TRANSNET-LOC
60753 GAS TAX
60754 PFF
Kelly Drive Channel Repair NO 1 Medium 66061 IRF
La Costa Avenue Traffic ImprovementsNO 4 Medium 60761 GAS TAX
Laguna Drive Storm Drain NO 1 Medium 66281 GAS TAX
Lake Calavera Outlet Improvements NO 2 CriƟcal 50541 GCC
Lake Calavera Reservoir Maintenance NO 2 High 50492 GCC
Las Palmas Roof Replacement NO 2 Medium 47521 IRF
Las Palmas Trunk Sewer NO 2 High 55401
SEWERCONN
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3 -Stables RestoraƟon and Restroom ConstrucƟon
NO 3 Low 46021 PFF
46022 PIL-SE
46023 PFF
830,000-----450,000200,000-180,000
175,450,60139,175,00042,644,0007,952,0007,758,0008,002,5008,450,0006,278,0006,368,00055,191,101
2,840,000------1,100,0001,600,0001,740,000
775,000-----500,000175,000-100,000
3,154,380--------3,154,380
8,125,000---3,000,0002,500,0002,000,000415,000-1,500,000210,000
13,000,000--------13,000,000
1,433,882--------1,433,882
300,000-----200,000100,000--
4,963,800---100,000400,000400,0001,800,000500,0002,263,800
4,074,000-----1,500,000-500,0002,574,000
1,596,100-----700,000--896,100
6,392,000-------700,0006,392,000
800,000----500,000-100,000200,000200,000
150,000-------150,000-300,000
305,000------140,000-165,000
510,000--------510,000
1,562,000--------1,562,000
2,745,000-----1,403,000222,0001,000,0001,120,000
2,071,000---1,225,000-385,00033,00028,000428,000
200,000--------200,000
4,675,000-------500,0004,675,000
130,000--------130,000
998,000-------87,000-1,085,000
3,641,000-----2,100,000-500,0001,541,000
862,300---500,000141,000100,000--121,300
2,750,000-1,494,000--1,000,000---256,000
1,436,001--------1,436,001
1,391,001250,000250,00050,00050,00050,000160,000-50,000581,001
500,000--------500,000
3,196,000---1,320,0001,320,000255,000-255,000-556,000
1,631,500--------1,631,500
1,329,989--------4,1111,329,989
I-23
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3 -Stables RestoraƟon and Restroom ConstrucƟon
NO 3 Low
46022 PIL-SE
46023 PFF
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3B NO 3 Medium 23071 PIL-SE
Leo Carrillo Ranch Roof Repairs NO 3 High 47481 IRF
Library Fire Alarm Panel Upgrades NO 1,3 Low 47411 IRF
Limited Access Pipeline RelocaƟon Program NO 1,3 CriƟcal 50351
WATERREPL
Loan Repay - Park-in-Lieu NE to Public Facility Fee Fund NO Null Null PA041 PIL-NE
Loan Repay - Park-in-Lieu SW to Public Facility Fee Fund NO Null Null PA021 PIL-SW
Loan Repay - Sewer Conn to Sewer Repl NO Null High PA031
SEWERCONN
Maerkle Facility Improvements NO 2 CriƟcal 50091
WATERREPL
Maerkle Reservoir Solar Project NO 2 Medium 47222
WATERREPL
Maerkle Reservoir Transmission Main NO 2 Medium 50011 WATERREPL
50012 WATERCONN
Marca Place Drainage Improvements NO 4 Medium 66141 GAS TAX
Melrose Drive Right Turn Lane to West Bound Palomar Airport Road NO 2 High 60341 TIF
Miscellaneous City Building
Improvements NO Citywide Medium 47231 IRF
Monroe Street Pool Replacement NO 1 High 47241 IRF
47242 GCC
47243 PIL-NW
New Village Arts Building Roof and
Exterior Refurbishment NO 1 Low 47391 IRF
New Village Arts Tenant ImprovementsNO 1 Medium 47551 GCC
Normally Closed Valve (Install
Motorized Valve)NO 3 High 50501
WATER
REPL
North BaƟquitos Access Road Improvement NO 4 High 55471
SEWERREPL
North BaƟquitos LiŌ StaƟon Forcemain
RehabilitaƟon NO 4 High 55361
SEWER
REPL
Ocean Street ReconfiguraƟon Concepts Study NO 1 Medium 60781 GCC
Ocean Street Restroom Facility NO 1 Medium 47291 GCC
Odor and Corrosion PrevenƟon Program NO Citywide Medium 55201
SEWERREPL
Open Space and Trail AcquisiƟon (Prop C)NO Citywide High 40831 GCC
Orion Center NO 2 High 35721 CFD#1
35722 WATERREPL
35723 SEWERREPL
35724 CFD#1
35725 RECL REPL
Orion Complex Energy Storage NO 2 Medium 23101 GCC
Palomar Airport Road and Avenida
EncinasGrowthManagementPlanImprovements
NO 2,3 High 61021 GAS TAX
288--------29,367288
2,564,000---1,484,000540,000540,000---
1,450,000--------1,450,000
180,000--------180,000
11,924,000---2,875,0006,348,000-761,000-1,940,000
4,550,0004,550,000--------
1,100,0001,100,000--------
----------
3,591,200------800,000500,0002,791,200
249,170-------249,170249,170
4,592,000---2,023,0002,130,000244,000-578,000-773,000
3,463,000---1,567,0001,660,000236,000---
65,000--------65,000
911,000--------911,000
3,665,000750,000750,000---150,000150,000150,0001,865,000
1,748,764--------4,438,2361,748,764
236--------61,764236
3,061,764------1,500,0001,561,7641,561,764
313,626--------313,626
613,000--------613,000
1,966,000------300,000500,0001,666,000
389,800------26,000113,800363,800
75,000-------125,000-750,000200,000
200,000-----200,000---
838,000----63,000---775,000
320,000--------320,000
4,015,000--------4,015,000
35,257,727--------35,257,727
6,790,000-----6,290,000-6,289,409-6,789,409
4,079,000-----3,779,000-3,778,500-4,078,500
429--------429
2,716,000-----2,516,000-2,515,600-2,715,600
250,000---250,000-----
I-24
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Orion Complex Energy Storage NO 2 Medium 23101 GCCPalomar Airport Road and Avenida
Encinas Growth Management Plan Improvements NO 2,3 High 61021 GAS TAX
Palomar Airport Road and College
Boulevard Improvements NO 2 High 60281 TIF
Palomar Airport Waterline Realignment NO 2 CriƟcal 50551
WATERREPL
Park Drive Street and Drainage Improvement NO 1 CriƟcal 66111 GCC
66112 GAS TAX
Parking Lot Maintenance Program NO 1 Medium 60521 IRF
Pavement Management Program NO Citywide High 60011 TRANSNET-LOC
60012 GAS TAX
60013 TRANSNET-LOC
60016 RMRA
Pine Avenue Park - Phase II
(Community Building)
NO 1 Medium 46031 PIL-NW
46032 PFF
46033 PFF
Poinseƫa Community Park - Phase 4 -Dog Park NO 3 High 46081 PFF
46082 PFF
Poinseƫa Lane - Cassia Road to Skimmer Court (Reimbursement
Agreement)
NO 3 High 50451
WATERCONN
Poinseƫa LiŌ StaƟon RehabilitaƟon NO 2 High 55561
Police and Fire HeadquartersRenovaƟon NO 2 High 47151 IRF
47152 GCC
Pressure Reducing StaƟon Program NO Citywide CriƟcal 50201
WATERREPL
Public Beach Access Improvements
(Ocean Street)
NO 1 Low 60571 GCC
60572 IRF
Public Works Storage Facility YES Citywide High 24011 GCC
Rancho Carlsbad Groundwater Supply NO 2 Low 50611 WATERCONN
50612 WATER
REPL
Rancho Santa Fe Trail Slope Improvements NO 4 Medium 60881 GCC
Recycled Water CondiƟon Assessment
Program NO Citywide High 52111 RECL REPL
Recycled Water Phase 3 - Reservoir NO 3 High 52101 WATERREPL
52102 RECLCONN
Recycled Water Pipeline Replacement NO 2 Medium 52161 RECL REPL
Recycled Water Valve and Appurtenance Replacement Program NO Citywide High 52121 RECL REPL
Reservoir CondiƟon Assessment and Repair Program NO Citywide High 50241 WATERREPL
50242 RECL REPLProgram
230,000--------230,000
1,295,500--------1,295,500
2,333,000-------560,0002,333,000
717,439--------717,439
3,965,000-------1,030,0003,965,000
8,165,0002,110,0002,750,000175,000700,000160,000550,000130,00060,0001,590,000
43,436,5638,250,0008,250,0001,650,0001,650,0001,650,0001,650,0001,150,000-19,186,563
7,930,850--------7,930,850
30,596,4764,750,0004,750,000950,000950,000950,000950,000950,0002,200,00016,346,476
50,086,00013,500,00013,500,0002,700,0002,700,0002,450,0002,450,0002,450,0002,300,00010,336,000
2,197,000--------2,197,000
9,328,418--------687,6229,328,418
123,300--------1123,300
2,838,140--------2,838,140
----------
600,000--------600,000
12,549,342------2,427,0 00129,29210,122,342
13,096,500------1,723,000400,00011,373,500
14,831,0403,000,0003,000,000600,000600,000600,000600,000600,000600,0005,831,040
3,610,336--------3,610,336
573,431--------153,252573,431
99,000------99,000--
1,750,000-1,425,000--125,000---200,000
1,750,000-1,425,000--125,000---200,000
350,000--------350,000
1,590,000310,000280,00050,00050,00050,00050,00050,00050,000750,000
180,000-------800,000-980,000
6,053,000------200,000200,0005,853,000
6,810,0002,910,0002,150,000350,000350,000350,000350,000350,000--
2,205,000700,000630,000125,000125,000125,000120,000-120,000380,000
14,570,0003,610,0003,070,000----2,040,000-5,850,000
200,000------200,000--
39221 BTD#2 14,081 --------14,081
8,900,000----- 8,250,000650,000--REPL
SEWER
I-25
Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
ReservoirCondiƟonAssessmentandRepair Program NO Citywide High 50242 RECL REPL
RetroreflecƟvity Sign Replacement Program NO Citywide Medium 60371 GAS TAX
Roadway Improvements - Coastal Area
Analysis and ImplementaƟon NO Citywide Medium 60791 GCC
Roadway Slope StabilizaƟon NO Citywide Medium 60811 GAS TAX
Robertson Ranch Park Development (ParƟal Funding)NO 2 High 38011 PIL-NE
38012 PFF
Romeria Drainage Improvements NO 4 High 66041 GCC
66042 GAS TAX
Safety Training Center SeƩlement NO 2 Low 47431 GCC
San Luis Rey Mission Basin Groundwater Supply NO Citywide Low 50441 WATERCONN
50442 WATERREPL
Santa Fe II Inlet Pipeline NO Null High 50571
WATERREPL
Santa Fe II Reservoir Site Electrical Improvements NO 3 Medium 50461
WATERREPL
SCADA Improvements NO Citywide CriƟcal 55421 SEWERREPL
55422 WATERREPL
55423 RECL REPL
Schulman Auditorium and Cannon Art Gallery NO 3 Medium 47531 IRF
Senior Center Repairs and Roof
Replacement NO 1 Medium 47381 IRF
Senior Center Security Fencing NO 1 Low 47541 IRF
Sewer CondiƟon Assessment NO Citywide CriƟcal 55131
SEWER
REPL
Sewer LiŌ StaƟon Repairs and Upgrades NO 2 CriƟcal 38401
SEWERREPL
Sewer Line Capacity Improvements NO 1 High 55481
SEWER
REPL
Sewer Modeling NO Citywide Medium 55461
SEWERCONN
Sewer Monitoring Program (Capacity) NO Citywide High 55041
SEWER
CONN
Sewer System RehabilitaƟon and Replacement NO 1,2,3 High 55031
SEWERREPL
Sidewalk/Street ConstrucƟon Program NO Citywide High 60021 TIF
60022 GAS TAX
South Carlsbad Coastline NO 2,3,4 Medium 60311
TRANSNET-LOC
South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail NO 2 High 40851 GCC
Stagecoach Community Park Community Gardens NO 4 High 46111 PIL-SE
Stagecoach Park SyntheƟc Turf Replacement NO 4 Low 47421 IRF
State Street and Grand Avenue Road Improvements NO 1 Medium 60821
TRANSNET-LOC
State Street Parking Lot Electric Vehicle Charging StaƟons NO 1 Medium 40901 PFF
Storm Drain CondiƟon Assessment NO Citywide Medium 66201 IRF
Storm Drain System Rehab and Repair Program NO Citywide Medium 66071 IRF
1,000,000--------1,000,000
200,000--------200,000
1,280,000-----500,000-200,000780,000
1,038,000------424,000214,000614,000
----------
410,000--------410,000
347,940--------347,940
1,156,995--------1,156,995
31,420,00015,200,00015,700,000500,000---20,000-277,500-
---------77,500-
2,770,650---1,920,000115,000206,000-34,650529,650
293,581------110,000150,000183,581
4,684,898------381,000175,1654,303,898
10,156,600-----611,0002,413,0003,209,2007,132,600
2,394,400-----398,000338,000632,0001,658,400
1,650,000------1,300,000150,000350,000
3,158,000------1,310,000600,0001,848,000
78,000-------58,00078,000
2,958,000500,000500,000100,000-100,000100,000100,000100,0001,558,000
6,635,380750,000750,000150,000150,000150,000150,000150,000150,0004,385,380
2,964,000----944,000620,000200,0001,000,0001,200,000
200,000-------100,000-300,000
950,000110,000154,000---44,000--642,000
45,426,47514,050,00013,350,0001,850,0001,850,0001,850,0001,850,0001,200,0001,200,0009,426,475
3,300,000-------500,000-3,800,000
7,704,0002,835,0002,390,000750,000108,000633,000988,000---
2,779,026------1,000,000-1,779,026
789,940-------34,440789,940
437,000------212,000225,000225,000
2,200,000--------2,200,000
325,000----325,000----
340,000------40,000-300,000
7,565,0003,000,0002,375,000400,000350,000300,000270,000-270,000870,000
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Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Storm Drain CondiƟon Assessment NO Citywide Medium 66201 IRF
Storm Drain System Rehab and Repair Program NO Citywide Medium 66071 IRF
Street LighƟng Replacement Program NO Citywide High 60621 GCC
60622 TRANSNET-LOC
Sustainable Mobility Plan ImplementaƟon Program NO Citywide High 61041 GAS TAX
Temporary Fire StaƟon 7 NO 2 High 40911 GCC
40912 PFF
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements NO 2 High 60541 TIF
60542 GCC
60543 TRANSNET-LOC
60544 SEWERREPL
60545 PFF
The Crossings Golf Course Lake Liner Replacement NO 2 High 40841 GCC
40842 GCC
Traffic Impact Fee Funds to CFD #1 NO Null Null PA051 TIF
Traffic Impact Fee Update NO Citywide High 60401 TIF
Traffic Improvement Program NO Citywide CriƟcal 60701 GAS TAX
60702 GCC
Traffic Monitoring Program NO Citywide High 60031 TIF
60032 GAS TAX
Traffic Signal - Maverick Way and Camino De Los Coches NO 4 CriƟcal 63322 GAS TAX
Traffic Signal - Tamarack Avenue and
Valley Street NO 1 Medium 63351 GAS TAX
Traffic Signal Cabinet Upgrades YES Citywide Low 24141 GCC
Traffic Signal Right Turn Overlaps NO 2,3,4 Low 66361 GAS TAX
Trail ConnecƟvity to Tamarack State Beach (Prop C)NO 1 Low 40631 GCC
Trash Amendment Compliance
Program NO Citywide Medium 66261 IRF
Tri-Agency Water Transmission Pipeline Replacement NO 2 High 50081
WATERREPL
Trieste Slope Repair Project NO 2 High 61071 GCC
Tyler Street Traffic CirculaƟon NO 1 Medium 61031 GCC
UƟlity Undergrounding Program StudyNO Citywide Medium 60831 GCC
Vallecitos Interceptor Sewer Cleaning and CCTV NO 2,3 High 55491
SEWERREPL
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets NO 1 High 60191 TIF
60192 WATERREPL
60193 TRANSNET-LOC
60194 PFF
10,841,3602,200,0001,900,000350,000330,000310,000290,000270,000200,0005,191,360
319,269--------319,269
3,325,000--------3,325,000
710,566------200,000510,566510,566
900,000--------900,000
1,122,000--------1,122,000
9,450,001-----2,800,000--6,650,001
999,999--------999,999
2,000,000------1,000,000-1,000,000
----------
2,450,000--------2,450,000
835,500--------835,500
200,000--------200,000
1,350,000450,000450,00090,00090,00090,00090,00090,00090,000-
270,000-------30,000270,000
2,388,000--------2,388,000
1,400,000-----400,000600,000400,000400,000
1,745,415-------122,5161,745,415
370,000-----170,000200,000--
490,000------110,000240,000380,000
502,370--------502,370
180,000------180,000--
150,000-------150,000150,000
3,544,000----3,544,000----
13,005,0003,300,0003,000,0002,000,000175,0002,700,0001,200,000-100,000630,000
10,974,970---4,630,0003,585,000431,000-1,290,000-3,618,970
2,362,600------2,000,000362,600362,600
970,000------900,00070,00070,000
100,000-----100,000---
350,000-------100,000350,000
3,536,206--------3,536,206
721,000-----650,000--71,000
1,200,000-------1,200,0001,200,000
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Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets NO 1 High
60193 TRANSNET-LOC
60194 PFF
Valley Street Traffic Calming NO 1 Medium 19741
TRANSNET
-LOC
Veteran's Memorial Park (All Quadrants)NO Citywide CriƟcal 46091 CFD#1
46092 FEDGRANT
46093 STATEGRANT
Village and Barrio Traffic Circles NO 1 CriƟcal 40151 GCC
40152 TRANSNET-LOC
40153 SEWERREPL
40154 GAS TAX
40155 FEDGRANT
Village H South Off Leash Dog Area and Trail Segment 5B NO 2 Medium 46101 PFF
Village Intelligent Parking ImplementaƟon NO 1 Low 60891 GCC
Village LighƟng - Carlsbad Village Drive from Harding Street to Ocean Street NO 1 High 61051 GCC
Village LighƟng - Gateway LighƟng NO 1 High 61081 GCC
Village LighƟng - Hospitality District NO 1 High 24101 GCC
Village LighƟng - Pedestrian Lampposts Oak Avenue NO 1 High 61091 GCC
Village LighƟng - Pedestrian LighƟng at
Village Outskirts NO 1 High 61101 GCC
Village LighƟng - State Street,Madison, Roosevelt, and Washington NO 1 High 40161 GCC
Village LighƟng - Train StaƟon Area NO 1 High 61061 GCC
Villas Sewer LiŌ StaƟon Replacement NO 2 CriƟcal 55501
SEWERREPL
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Agua
Hedionda LS and Forcemain (VC12-VC13)
NO 2 CriƟcal 34921 SEWER
CONN
34922 SEWERREPL
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Buena Vista LiŌ StaƟon Improvements NO 1 High 55351 SEWER
CONN
55352 SEWERREPL
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Lagoon
Bridge Replacement (VC11B)NO Citywide CriƟcal 38861
SEWER
CONN
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Reach VC3NO 1 High 39501 SEWERCONN
39502 SEWERREPL
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Reach VC14 To VC15 NO Citywide High 39491
SEWERCONN
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor -RehabilitaƟon (VC1 and VC2)NO 2 CriƟcal 55511
SEWERREPL
Vista/Carlsbad Interceptor - Point Repair Reaches (VC13 & VC14)NO 2,3 High 55551
SEWERREPL
Water Infrastructure CondiƟon Assessment Program NO Citywide CriƟcal 50511
WATERREPL
Water Loss Monitoring Program NO Citywide Low 50521
WATERREPL
Water Modeling NO Citywide CriƟcal 50581
WATERCONN
Water System RehabilitaƟon and Replacement NO Citywide CriƟcal 39041 WATER REPL
1,000,000----1,000,000----
1,645,000----1,645,000----
41,711,450------37,342,0001,257,2504,369,450
3,000,000------3,000,000--
5,000,000------5,000,000--
415,000--------415,000
1,025,000--------1,025,000
660,000------500,000-160,000
4,159,000-------1,400,0004,159,000
4,000,000------4,000,000--
2,082,500--1,400,000----160,500682,500
300,000----300,000----
600,000------200,000400,000400,000
950,000--950,000------
700,000---700,000-----
600,000----600,000----
950,000--950,000------
1,103,853-------400,0001,103,853
650,000-----150,000-500,000500,000
1,329,000------75,000100,0001,254,000
33,410,973------220,000-33,190,973
329,000--75,00075,00075,000104,000---
430,000---67,00067,000---100,000296,000
1,635,000150,000150,00022,000598,000598,00031,00086,000--
9,464,833--------9,464,833
922,000----405,000387,00030,000-497,000100,000
----------
21,362,390--------21,362,390
421,000----120,00070,00090,000-141,000
1,400,000-----1,200,000-200,000200,000
9,070,0002,480,0002,250,000450,000450,000420,000420,000410,000410,0002,190,000
167,089-------182,911-350,000
375,000-------25,000375,000
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Project Name NewProject District Score
FundingID FundingSource CurrentAppropriaƟon
Last Year (2022-23)Appropriated
Year 1(2023-24)Year 2(2024-25)Year 3(2025-26)Year 4(2026-27)Year 5(2027-28)Year 6-10 (2029-33)Year 11-15 (2034-38)Total Funding Source
Water Modeling NO Citywide CriƟcal 50581
WATERCONN
Water System RehabilitaƟon and Replacement NO Citywide CriƟcal 39041
WATERREPL
Water Valve Repair/Replacement
Program NO Citywide CriƟcal 50191
WATER
REPL
68,028,36621,080,00019,890,0003,000,0003,000,0003,000,0003,000,0002,800,0002,690,00012,258,366
23,500,0005,650,0005,110,0001,000,0001,000,000960,000960,000960,000940,0007,860,000
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM SUMMARY BY
FUND
Prior Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6-15
Years 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 2,029,292$ 2,029,292$ 2,545,412$ 3,058,404$ 3,058,404$ 3,058,404$
REVENUES
Developer Fees - 516,120 512,992 - - 2,143,409
Total Revenues N/A - 516,120 512,992 - - 2,143,409
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Poinsettia Lane - Reach E Cassia Road To Skimmer Court 14,081,199$ - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures - - - - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 2,029,292$ 2,545,412$ 3,058,404$ 3,058,404$ 3,058,404$ 5,201,813$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 65,918,875$ 31,812,024$ 33,165,805$ 33,867,612$ 34,217,668$ 32,665,529$
REVENUES
Developer Special Taxes 3,345,149 1,463,781 811,807 460,056 447,861 15,630,823
Total Revenues N/A 3,345,149 1,463,781 811,807 460,056 447,861 15,630,823
CAPITAL PROJECTS
CFD#1 Administration -$ 110,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 - -
City Hall Complex 1,028,105 - - - - 1,500,000 48,500,000
Cole Library Expansion - - - - - 500,000 5,488,000
Orion Center 35,257,728 - - - - - -
Veteran's Memorial Park (All Quadrants)4,369,453 37,342,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 40,655,286 37,452,000 110,000 110,000 110,000 2,000,000 53,988,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 31,812,024$ 33,165,805$ 33,867,612$ 34,217,668$ 32,665,529$ (5,691,648)$
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 1 (CFD 1)
BTD NO. 2 AVIARA PARKWAY - POINSETTIA LANE
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PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A (1,370,343)$ 135,830$ 762,059$ (2,391,158)$ (2,705,709)$ (682,453)$
REVENUES
Gas Tax and Prop 42 Funds 2,985,297 3,049,229 3,070,783 3,083,449 3,113,256 31,638,119
Total Revenues N/A 2,985,297 3,049,229 3,070,783 3,083,449 3,113,256 31,638,119
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Barrio Street Lighting 700,001$ (550,000) - - - - -
Camino De Los Coches and La Costa Avenue Intersection Control 350,000 - - 1,500,000 - - -
Carlsbad Village Drive Widening - Pontiac Drive to Victoria Avenue - - - 700,000 2,500,000 - -
Carlsbad Blvd And Tamarack Avenue Pedestrian Improvements 1,576,001 195,000 445,000 2,000,000 - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Emergency Repair 841,002 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Lane Reduction and Edge Striping 300,000 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Blvd Median-Tamarack Avenue To Pine Avenue - - - - - - 2,763,000
Carlsbad Blvd Pedestrian Improvement Project 1,055,887 - - - - - -
Citywide Drainage Improvement Program 6,090,594 - - - - - -
Citywide Street Lighting Program 150,000 - - - - - -
Citywide Thermoplastic Pavement Markings 50,000 - - - - - -
Concrete Repair/Replacement Program 2,933,001 200,000 220,000 250,000 290,000 340,000 3,700,000
El Camino Real And Cannon Road Intersection Improvements 837,002 (175,877) - - - - -
El Camino Real Medians 904,530 - - - - - -
El Camino Real Widening - Arenal Road to La Costa Avenue - 1,450,000 - - - - -
Guardrail Replacement And Improvement Program 300,000 (150,000) - - - - -
Intelligent Traffic Control Devices 199,999 - - - - - -
Kelly Drive And Park Drive Road Diet And Multiuse Trail 130,000 - - - - - -
La Costa Avenue Traffic Improvements 121,300 - 100,000 141,000 500,000 - -
Laguna Drive Storm Drain 256,000 - - 1,000,000 - - 1,494,000
Marca Place Drainage Improvements 65,000 - - - - - -
Palomar Airport Rd and Avenida Encinas GMP Improvements 230,000 - - - - - -
Park Drive Drainage And Street Improvements 3,965,001 - - - - - -
Pavement Management Program 7,930,849 - - - - - -
Retroreflectivity Sign Replacement Program 1,000,000 - - - - - -
Roadway Slope Stabilization 779,998 - 500,000 - - - -
Romeria Drainage Improvements 347,937 - - - - - -
Sidewalk/Street Construction Program - - 988,000 633,000 108,000 750,000 5,225,000
Sustainable Mobility Plan Implementation Program 510,567 200,000 - - - - -
Traffic Improvement Program 2,388,003 - - - - - -
Traffic Monitoring Program - 200,000 170,000 - - - -
Traffic Signal - Maverick Way & Camino De Los Coches 380,000 110,000 - - - - -
Traffic Signal - Tamarack Avenue And Valley Street 502,370 - - - - - -
Traffic Signal Right Turn Overlaps 150,000 - - - - - -
Village And Barrio Traffic Circles 4,159,001 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 39,204,041 1,479,123 2,423,000 6,224,000 3,398,000 1,090,000 13,182,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 135,830$ 762,059$ (2,391,158)$ (2,705,709)$ (682,453)$ 17,773,666$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 393,244$ 180,533$ 164,975$ 338,792$ 479,945$ 849,534$
REVENUES
Gas Tax (RMRA) Revenues 2,857,289 3,054,442 3,243,817 3,461,153 3,689,589 53,325,580
Total Revenues N/A 2,857,289 3,054,442 3,243,817 3,461,153 3,689,589 53,325,580
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Concrete Repair/Replacement Program 1,346,999$ 620,000 620,000 620,000 620,000 620,000 6,200,000
Pavement Management Program 10,336,002 2,450,000 2,450,000 2,450,000 2,700,000 2,700,000 27,000,000
Total Project Expenditures 11,683,001 3,070,000 3,070,000 3,070,000 3,320,000 3,320,000 33,200,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 180,533$ 164,975$ 338,792$ 479,945$ 849,534$ 20,975,114$
GAS TAX (ROAD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION ACCOUNT)
GAS TAX FUND
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PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 11,931,004$ 15,634,004$ 13,534,558$ 12,857,016$ 16,331,492$ 18,827,921$
REVENUES
Transfer from General Fund 11,600,000 4,310,554 4,409,458 4,504,476 4,596,429 48,724,804
Total Revenues N/A 11,600,000 4,310,554 4,409,458 4,504,476 4,596,429 48,724,804
CAPITAL PROJECTS
ADA Beach Access - Pine to Tamarack 375,001$ - 2,500,000 - - - -
Alga Norte Park Modifications 314,000 710,000 - - - - -
Alga Norte Settlement Agreement - 60,000 - - - - -
Assessment District 97-1 Maintenance 420,001 - - - - - -
Barrio Street Lighting 760,000 - - - - - -
Beach Access Repair and Upgrades - Pine Avenue to Tamarack 6,199,002 700,000 - - - - -
Buena Vista Creek Concrete Channel Maintenance at El Camino Real 1,249,999 - - 30,000 30,000 150,000 870,000
Calavera Hills Community Park Gateway Improvements 1,407,852 - - - - - -
Camino Hills and Jackspar Drive Slope Stabilization 859,399 - - - - - -
Cannon Park Restroom 45,765 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Village Drive - I5 to Carlsbad Blvd. - Reconfigure Arterial - 350,000 1,500,000 - - - -
Chestnut Underpass Public Art Project 400,000 - - - - - -
City Facility Accessibility Upgrades 500,000 - - - - - -
City Fire Stations Wash Water BMPs 279,999 - - - - - -
City Hall Exterior Refurbishment 2,250,001 - - - - - -
Cole Library Expansion - - - - - - 1,000,000
Dove Library Lighting Improvements 225,001 - - - - - -
Faraday Avenue Improvements 100,000 175,000 500,000 - - - -
Fire Station No. 2 Replacement 13,000,003 - - - - - -
Fire Station No. 7 - 100,000 200,000 - - - -
Fleet Maintenance Refurbishment 896,100 - 700,000 - - - -
Grand Avenue Promenade 200,000 100,000 - 500,000 - - -
Lake Calavera Outlet Improvements 1,436,001 - - - - - -
Lake Calavera Reservoir Maintenance 581,004 - 160,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 500,000
Monroe Street Pool Replacement 236 - - - - - -
New Village Arts Tenant Improvements 612,999 - - - - - -
Ocean Street Reconfiguration Concepts Study - - 200,000 - - - -
Ocean Street Restroom Facility 775,000 - - 63,000 - - -
Open Space and Trail Acquisition (Prop C)4,015,000 - - - - - -
Orion Complex Energy Storage - - - - 250,000 - -
Park Drive Street and Drainage Improvement 717,440 - - - - - -
Police and Fire Headquarters Renovation 11,373,502 1,723,000 - - - - -
Public Beach Access Improvements (Ocean Street)3,610,340 - - - - - -
Public Works Storage Facility - 99,000 - - - - -
Rancho Santa Fe Trail Slope Improvements 350,000 - - - - - -
Roadway Improvements - Coastal Area Analysis and Implementation 200,000 - - - - - -
Romeria Drainage Improvements 410,001 - - - - - -
Safety Training Center Settlement 1,156,995 - - - - - -
South Shore Agua Hedionda Lagoon Trail 789,941 - - - - - -
Street Lighting Replacement Program 319,270 - - - - - -
Temporary Fire Station No. 7 900,000 - - - - - -
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements 1,000,000 - - - - - -
The Crossings Golf Course Lake Liner Replacement 835,499 - - - - - -
The Crossings Golf Course Lake Liner Replacement 200,000 - - - - - -
Traffic Improvement Program 399,999 600,000 400,000 - - - -
Traffic Signal Cabinet Upgrades - 180,000 - - - - -
Trail Connectivity to Tamarack State Beach (Prop C)152,156 - - 3,544,000 - - -
Trieste Slope Repair Project 362,600 2,000,000 - - - - -
Tyler Street Traffic Circulation 70,000 900,000 - - - - -
Utility Undergrounding Program Study - - 100,000 - - - -
Village and Barrio Traffic Circles 415,000 - - - - - -
Village Intelligent Parking Implementation - - - 300,000 - - -
Village Lighting - Carlsbad Village Drive from Harding Street to Ocean Street 400,000 200,000 - - - - -
Village Lighting - Gateway Lighting - - - - - 950,000 -
Village Lighting - Hospitality District - - - - 700,000 - -
Village Lighting - Pedestrian Lampposts Oak Avenue - - - 600,000 - - -
Village Lighting - Pedestrian Lighting at Village Outskirts - - - - - 950,000 -
Village Lighting - State Street, Madison, Roosevelt, and Washington 1,103,853 - - - - - -
Village Lighting - Train Station Area 500,000 - 150,000 - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 62,168,960 7,897,000 6,410,000 5,087,000 1,030,000 2,100,000 2,370,000
N/A 15,634,004$ 13,534,558$ 12,857,016$ 16,331,492$ 18,827,921$ 65,182,725$
GENERAL CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION (GCC)
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PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A (2,884,155)$ (1,109,316)$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$
REVENUES
Grant Revenue 9,774,840 1,109,316 - - - -
Total Revenues N/A 9,774,840 1,109,316 - - - -
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Avenida Encinas Coastal Rail Trail and Pedestrian Improvements 1,776,000$ - - - - - -
Barrio Street Lighting - 1,000,000 - - - - -
El Camino Real Widening - Poinsettia Lane to Camino Vida Roble 1,440,000 - - - - - -
Veteran's Memorial Park (All Quadrants)- 3,000,000 - - - - -
Village and Barrio Traffic Circles - 4,000,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 3,216,000 8,000,000 - - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A (1,109,316)$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
REVENUES
Grant Revenue 5,000,000 - - - - -
Total Revenues N/A 5,000,000 - - - - -
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Carlsbad Boulevard Pedestrian Improvement Project 591,600$ - - - - - -
Veteran's Memorial Park (All Quadrants)- 5,000,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 591,600 5,000,000 - - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$
GRANTS - STATE
GRANTS - FEDERAL
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PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 80,663,917$ 73,756,917$ 63,872,471$ 63,071,929$ 64,366,405$ 64,617,834$
REVENUES
Transfer from General Fund 4,200,000 4,310,554 4,409,458 4,504,476 4,596,429 48,724,804
Total Revenues N/A 4,200,000 4,310,554 4,409,458 4,504,476 4,596,429 48,724,804
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Agua Hedionda Creek Maintenance 213,002$ 80,000 85,000 90,000 95,000 100,000 1,105,000
Aviara and Hidden Canyon Parks Playground Safety Resurfacing 600,001 - - - - - -
Beach Access Repair and Upgrades - Pine Avenue to Tamarack 5,912,751 700,000 - - - - -
Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program 2,477,511 500,000 700,000 900,000 900,000 950,000 -
Buena Vista Creek Concrete Channel Maintenance at El Camino Real 2,820,001 - 500,000 - - - -
Calavera Hills Community Center Refurbishment 1,985,002 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Roadway Configuration - 2,000,000 - - - - -
City Facility Safety and Parking Lot Lighting Assessment 1,910,001 - - - - - -
City Hall Complex Refurbishment 1,144,000 - - - - - -
Citywide Drainage Improvement Program 5,581,501 300,000 950,000 300,000 500,000 300,000 5,000,000
Cole Library Security Fencing 170,001 - - - - - -
Coordinated Traffic Signal Program 800,000 - - - - - -
DMP Facility BFB-U (El Camino Real)850,000 - 5,500,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 800,000
El Camino Real and Agua Hedionda Creek Bridge Railing and Sidewalk 209,999 - - - - - -
Faraday Center Refurbishment 3,154,381 - - - - - -
Fire Station No. 2 Replacement 1,433,880 - - - - - -
Fleet Fuel Island Upgrade 2,263,799 1,800,000 400,000 400,000 100,000 - -
Fleet Maintenance Refurbishment 2,574,003 - 1,500,000 - - - -
Harding Center Refurbishment 165,000 140,000 - - - - -
Headwall Replacement Program 510,001 - - - - - -
Hosp Grove Park Improvements 1,562,000 - - - - - -
Kelly Drive Channel Repair 1,541,006 - 2,100,000 - - - -
Las Palmas Roof Replacement 500,000 - - - - - -
Leo Carrillo Ranch Roof Repairs 1,449,998 - - - - - -
Library Fire Alarm Panel Upgrades 180,000 - - - - - -
Miscellaneous City Building Improvements 1,865,000 150,000 150,000 - - - 1,500,000
Monroe Street Pool Replacement 1,748,766 - - - - - -
New Village Arts Building Roof and Exterior Refurbishment 313,626 - - - - - -
Parking Lot Maintenance Program 1,590,000 130,000 550,000 160,000 700,000 175,000 4,860,000
Police and Fire Headquarters Renovation 10,122,340 2,427,000 - - - - -
Public Beach Access Improvements (Ocean Street)573,431 - - - - - -
Schulman Auditorium and Cannon Art Gallery 350,000 1,300,000 - - - - -
Senior Center Repairs and Roof Replacement 1,848,000 1,310,000 - - - - -
Senior Center Security Fencing 77,999 - - - - - -
Stagecoach Park Synthetic Turf Replacement 2,200,001 - - - - - -
Storm Drain Condition Assessment 870,001 - 270,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 5,375,000
Storm Drain System Rehab and Repair Program 5,191,362 270,000 290,000 310,000 330,000 350,000 4,100,000
Trash Amendment Compliance Program 630,001 - 1,200,000 2,700,000 175,000 2,000,000 6,300,000
Total Project Expenditures 67,388,364 11,107,000 14,195,000 5,210,000 3,210,000 4,345,000 29,040,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 73,756,917$ 63,872,471$ 63,071,929$ 64,366,405$ 64,617,834$ 84,302,638$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$
REVENUES
Other Financing Sources - - - - - -
Total Revenues N/A - - - - - -
CAPITAL PROJECTS
College Blvd Reach A And Cannon Road Reach 4A 1,712,999$ - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 1,712,999 - - - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$ 675,409$
INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE & REPLACEMENT
OTHER
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PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE (1)N/A 4,221,020$ 3,797,020$ 3,797,020$ 3,817,442$ 3,817,442$ 3,817,442$
REVENUES
Developer Fees - - 20,422 - - 3,584,103
Total Revenues N/A - - 20,422 - - 3,584,103
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Loan - Park-in-Lieu NE to Public Facility Fee Fund for Park Site Acquisition -$ - - - - - 4,550,000
Robertson Ranch Park Development 614,000 424,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 614,000 424,000 - - - - 4,550,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 3,797,020$ 3,797,020$ 3,817,442$ 3,817,442$ 3,817,442$ 2,851,545$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 382,344$ 1,473,621$ 2,061,293$ 2,743,030$ 3,431,585$ 4,120,139$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 3,013,278 1,990,672 681,737 688,554 688,554 5,440,261
Total Revenues N/A 3,013,278 1,990,672 681,737 688,554 688,554 5,440,261
CAPITAL PROJECTS
City Facility Safety and Parking Lot Lighting Assessment -$ 200,000 - - - - -
Hosp Grove Park Improvements 1,120,000 222,000 1,403,000 - - - -
Monroe Street Pool Replacement 1,561,764 1,500,000 - - - - -
Pine Avenue Park - Phase II (Community Building)2,197,002 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 4,878,766 1,922,000 1,403,000 - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,473,621$ 2,061,293$ 2,743,030$ 3,431,585$ 4,120,139$ 9,560,400$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,981,496$ 2,218,785$ 1,770,685$ 1,639,130$ 155,130$ 155,130$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 449,289 91,900 408,445 - - 5,106
Total Revenues N/A 449,289 91,900 408,445 - - 5,106
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3 - Stables Restoration and Restroom Construc 1,329,989$ - - - - - -
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3B - - 540,000 540,000 1,484,000 - -
Stagecoach Community Park Community Gardens 225,000 212,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 1,554,989 212,000 540,000 540,000 1,484,000 - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 2,218,785$ 1,770,685$ 1,639,130$ 155,130$ 155,130$ 160,235$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 630,273$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$
REVENUES
Developer Fees/Loans 439,078 - - - - 357,389
Total Revenues N/A 439,078 - - - - 357,389
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Aviara Reimbursement Agreement 238,001$ - - - - - -
Loan Repay - Park-in-Lieu SW to Public Facility Fee Fund - - - - - - 1,100,000
Total Project Expenditures 238,001 - - - - - 1,100,000
N/A 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 1,069,352$ 326,741$
PARK-IN-LIEU NE
PARK-IN-LIEU NW
PARK-IN-LIEU SE
PARK-IN-LIEU SW
I-37
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 4,965,237$ 5,078,256$ 3,611,211$ 3,613,492$ 3,615,773$ 3,615,773$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 113,019 32,955 2,281 2,281 - 972,947
Total Revenues N/A 113,019 32,955 2,281 2,281 - 972,947
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Business Park Recreational Facility (Partial Funding)-$ - 1,500,000 - - - 16,500,000
Total Project Expenditures - - 1,500,000 - - - 16,500,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 5,078,256$ 3,611,211$ 3,613,492$ 3,615,773$ 3,615,773$ (11,911,280)$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 918,300$ 949,274$ 949,274$ 957,709$ 957,709$ 957,709$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 30,974 - 8,435 - - 42,314
Total Revenues N/A 30,974 - 8,435 - - 42,314
CAPITAL PROJECTS
DMP Facility AAA (Jefferson Street)-$ - - - - - 290,000
DMP Facility AAAA (Madison Street)- - - - - - 417,000
DMP Facility AC (Highland Drive Drainage Project)- - - - - - 922,000
DMP Facility AFA (Hidden Valley Drainage Restoration and Enhancement Pro - - - - - - 92,000
DMP Facility AFB (Calavera Hills Drainage Restoration and Enhancement Proj - - - - - - 164,000
Drainage Master Plan Update 216,512 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 216,512 - - - - - 1,885,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 949,274$ 949,274$ 957,709$ 957,709$ 957,709$ (884,977)$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,692,487$ 2,049,582$ 2,138,841$ 2,228,100$ 2,318,220$ 2,408,339$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 357,095 89,259 89,259 90,119 90,119 2,525,641
Total Revenues N/A 357,095 89,259 89,259 90,119 90,119 2,525,641
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Agua Hedionda Creek Maintenance 3,545,245$ - - - - - -
College Boulevard Extension - - - - - - -
DMP Facility BB 1 and 2 (Washington Street)- - - - - - 1,087,000
DMP Facility BCB (Magnolia Avenue)- - - - - - 469,000
DMP Facility BFB-L and BFB-1 (Tamarack and El Camino Real Plda "B")- - - - - - 905,000
DMP Facility BFB-U (El Camino Real)153,489 - - - - - -
DMP Facility BL-L (College Boulevard Bridge Reimbursement Plda "B")- - - - - - 1,817,000
DMP Facility BL-U (College Boulevard)- - - - - - 385,000
DMP Facility BM (Cantarini/College Boulevard Box Culvert)- - - - - - 205,000
DMP Facility BQ (Sunny Creek)- - - - - - 132,000
DMP Facility BR (Cantarini/College Boulevard Pipe Drainage)- - - - - - 181,000
Drainage Master Plan Update 583,000 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 4,281,735 - - - - - 5,181,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 2,049,582$ 2,138,841$ 2,228,100$ 2,318,220$ 2,408,339$ (247,020)$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,548,322$ 1,756,986$ 1,922,169$ 1,928,279$ 1,934,389$ 1,934,389$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 283,664 165,183 6,110 6,110 - 1,993,400
Total Revenues N/A 283,664 165,183 6,110 6,110 - 1,993,400
CAPITAL PROJECTS
DMP Facility C2 (Paseo Del Norte)-$ - - - - - 728,000
DMP Facility CA (Avenida Encinas)- - - - - - 530,000
Drainage Master Plan Update 171,890 75,000 - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 171,890 75,000 - - - - 1,258,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,756,986$ 1,922,169$ 1,928,279$ 1,934,389$ 1,934,389$ 2,669,789$
PLANNED LOCAL DRAINAGE AREA B FEES (PLD B)
PLANNED LOCAL DRAINAGE AREA C FEES (PLD C)
PARK FEE ZONES 5,13,16,17,18
PLANNED LOCAL DRAINAGE AREA A FEES (PLD A)
I-38
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 924,980$ 1,033,433$ 1,100,092$ 1,152,501$ 1,152,501$ 1,152,501$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 108,453 66,660 52,409 - - 1,333,883
Total Revenues N/A 108,453 66,660 52,409 - - 1,333,883
CAPITAL PROJECTS
DMP Facility DBA (Poinsettia Village)-$ - - - - - 168,000
DMP Facility DBB (Avenida Encinas)- - - - - - 430,000
DMP Facility DFA (Batiquitos Lagoon Stormwater Treatment)- - - - - - 257,000
DMP Facility DH (Altive Place Canyon Restoration)- - - - - - 233,000
DMP Facility DQB (La Costa Town Center)- - - - - - 746,000
DMP Facility DZ (Poinsettia Lane)- - - - - - 643,000
Drainage Master Plan Update 234,599 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 234,599 - - - - - 2,477,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 1,033,433$ 1,100,092$ 1,152,501$ 1,152,501$ 1,152,501$ 9,384$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 25,089,385$ 28,083,648$ 29,543,842$ 29,396,937$ 29,899,452$ 28,996,675$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 2,947,263 1,460,194 853,095 502,515 497,222 16,983,023
Total Revenues N/A 2,947,263 1,460,194 853,095 502,515 497,222 16,983,023
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Cole Library Expansion -$ - - - - - 11,936,000
El Camino Real Medians 695,781 - - - - - -
Kelly Drive and Park Drive Complete Street Improvements 1,085,001 (87,000) - - - - -
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3 - Stables Restoration and Restroom Construc 1,631,500 - - - - - -
Leo Carrillo Ranch Park Phase 3 - Stables Restoration and Restroom Construc 287 - - - - - -
Pine Avenue Park - Phase II (Community Building)9,328,416 - - - - - -
Pine Avenue Park - Phase II (Community Building)123,300 - - - - - -
Poinsettia Community Park - Phase 4 - Dog Park 2,838,139 - - - - - -
Poinsettia Community Park - Phase 4 - Dog Park - - - - - - -
Robertson Ranch Park Development (Partial Funding)- - - - - - -
State Street Parking Lot Electric Vehicle Charging Stations 300,001 40,000 - - - - -
Temporary Fire Station No. 7 1,122,001 - - - - - -
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements 2,450,000 - - - - - -
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets - - - 1,000,000 - - -
Village H South Off Leash Dog Area and Trail Segment 5B 682,500 - - - - 1,400,000 -
Total Project Expenditures 20,256,925 (47,000) - 1,000,000 - 1,400,000 11,936,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 28,083,648$ 29,543,842$ 29,396,937$ 29,899,452$ 28,996,675$ 34,043,698$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 737,323$ 319,421$ (114,575)$ (1,324,388)$ (2,505,829)$ (2,342,950)$
REVENUES
Developer Fees and Miscellaneous 757,598 450,455 275,386 162,009 162,879 3,666,458
Other Agency Contributions (City of Vista)19,500 251,550 306,800 43,550 - -
Total Revenues N/A 777,098 702,005 582,186 205,559 162,879 3,666,458
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Buena Interceptor Sewer Improvements 550,000$ - - - - - -
El Fuerte Lift Station Pump Addition 180,000 200,000 450,000 - - - -
Faraday and El Camino Real Sewer Replacement - Orion to Palomar Airport R 1,740,001 1,100,000 - - - - -
Las Palmas Trunk Sewer 556,000 (255,000) 255,000 1,320,000 1,320,000 - -
Loan Repay - Sewer Conn to Sewer Repl - - - - - - -
Sewer Modeling 299,999 (100,000) - - - - -
Sewer Monitoring Program (Capacity)642,000 - 44,000 - - - 264,000
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Agua Hedionda LS and Forcemain (VC12-VC13)33,190,974 220,000 - - - - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Buena Vista Lift Station Improvements 296,001 - - 67,000 67,000 - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Lagoon Bridge Replacement (VC11B)9,464,834 - - - - - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Reach VC14 To VC15 21,362,391 - - - - - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Reach VC3 100,000 30,000 387,000 405,000 - - -
Total Project Expenditures 68,382,201 1,195,000 1,136,000 1,792,000 1,387,000 - 264,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 319,421$ (114,575)$ (1,324,388)$ (2,505,829)$ (2,342,950)$ 1,059,507$
PLANNED LOCAL DRAINAGE AREA D FEES (PLD D)
PUBLIC FACILITY FEE FUND (PFF)
SEWER CONNECTION FEE FUND
I-39
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A (11,520,275)$ (7,227,269)$ (8,896,698)$ (16,111,377)$ (15,955,334)$ (15,934,954)$
REVENUES
Transfer from Sewer Operating Fund 10,445,506 16,534,571 17,024,822 15,937,043 15,509,381 98,468,049
Total Revenues N/A 10,445,506 16,534,571 17,024,822 15,937,043 15,509,381 98,468,049
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Agua Hedionda Lift Station Biological Monitoring and Maintenance 225,001$ - - - - - -
Buena Interceptor Sewer Access Road Improvements 1,150,000 (650,000) 650,000 - - - -
Buena Interceptor Sewer Improvements 1,208,691 - - 2,950,000 2,950,000 3,540,000 3,540,000
Buena Interceptor Sewer Realignment - East Segment 507,000 - 1,200,000 1,200,000 2,400,000 1,800,000 -
Cannon Road Lift Station Improvements 715,000 50,000 - - - - -
Chinquapin Lift Station Improvements 300,000 920,000 - - - - -
Encina Capital Projects 55,191,098 6,278,000 8,450,000 8,002,500 7,758,000 7,952,000 81,819,000
Foxes Landing Lift Station Wetwell and Pump Replacement 6,392,000 - - - - - -
North Batiquitos Access Road Improvement 363,800 26,000 - - - - -
North Batiquitos Lift Station Forcemain Rehabilitation 200,000 (125,000) - - - - -
Odor and Corrosion Prevention Assessment 320,000 - - - - - -
Orion Center 4,078,499 (3,778,500) 3,779,000 - - - -
Poinsettia Lift Station Rehabilitation - 650,000 - 8,250,000 - - -
SCADA Improvements 4,303,898 381,000 - - - - -
Sewer Condition Assessment 1,557,998 100,000 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 1,000,000
Sewer Lift Station Repairs and Upgrades 4,385,384 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 1,500,000
Sewer Line Capacity Improvements 1,200,000 200,000 620,000 944,000 - - -
Sewer System Rehabilitation and Replacement 9,426,478 1,200,000 1,850,000 1,850,000 1,850,000 1,850,000 27,400,000
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements - - - - - - -
Vallecitos Interceptor Sewer Cleaning and CCTV 350,000 - - - - - -
Village and Barrio Traffic Circles 160,001 500,000 - - - - -
Villas Sewer Lift Station Replacement 1,254,002 75,000 - - - - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Agua Hedionda LS and Forcemain (VC12-VC13)- - 104,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Buena Vista Lift Station Improvements - 86,000 31,000 598,000 598,000 22,000 300,000
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Reach VC3 - - - - - - -
Vista Carlsbad Interceptor - Rehabilitation (VC1 and VC2)141,001 90,000 70,000 120,000 - - -
Vista/Carlsbad Interceptor - Point Repair Reaches (VC13 & VC14)200,000 - 1,200,000 - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 93,629,850 6,152,500 18,204,000 24,239,500 15,781,000 15,489,000 115,559,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A (7,227,269)$ (8,896,698)$ (16,111,377)$ (15,955,334)$ (15,934,954)$ (33,025,904)$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 2,583,440$ 3,737,122$ (375,373)$ 124,224$ 349,654$ 555,555$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 4,743,682 1,277,505 589,597 315,430 295,901 19,675,140
Total Revenues N/A 4,743,682 1,277,505 589,597 315,430 295,901 19,675,140
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Avenida Encinas Coastal Rail Trail and Pedestrian Improvements 5,177,904$ - 2,500,000 - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment - Manzano Drive to Island Way - - - - - - 932,000
Carlsbad Boulevard Realignment - Manzano Drive to Island Way - - - - - - 3,681,000
Carlsbad Village Drive Widening - Pontiac Drive to Victoria Avenue - - - - - - -
El Camino Real and Cannon Road Intersection Improvements 3,536,001 - - - - - -
El Camino Real Right Turn Lane to East Bound Alga Road - - - - - - 438,000
El Camino Real Widening - Arenal Road to La Costa Avenue 3,250,001 4,000,000 - - - - -
Melrose Drive Right Turn Lane to West Bound Palomar Airport Road 911,002 - - - - - -
Palomar Airport Road and College Boulevard Improvements 1,295,500 - - - - - -
Sidewalk/Street Construction Program 3,800,000 (500,000) - - - - -
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements 6,650,003 - 2,800,000 - - - -
Traffic Impact Fee Funds to CFD #1 - 90,000 90,000 90,000 90,000 90,000 900,000
Traffic Impact Fee Update 270,000 - - - - - -
Traffic Monitoring Program 1,745,415 - - - - - -
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets 3,536,208 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 30,172,033 3,590,000 5,390,000 90,000 90,000 90,000 5,951,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 3,737,122$ (375,373)$ 124,224$ 349,654$ 555,555$ 14,279,694$
SEWER REPLACEMENT FUND
TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES (TIF)
I-40
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 5,726,270$ 5,972,270$ 6,612,470$ 7,801,254$ 9,579,014$ 13,381,149$
REVENUES
Transportation Taxes 5,886,000 6,065,200 6,243,784 6,412,760 6,577,135 66,360,356
Total Revenues N/A 5,886,000 6,065,200 6,243,784 6,412,760 6,577,135 66,360,356
CAPITAL PROJECTS
ADA Improvement Program 3,155,000$ 175,000 715,000 175,000 715,000 175,000 4,450,000
Barrio Street Lighting 1,280,000 1,280,000 1,030,000 - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue Pedestrian Improvements 1,054,000 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Pedestrian Lighting 1,325,000 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Village Drive and Grand Avenue Pedestrian and Crossing Improvem - - - - 1,320,000 - -
Carlsbad Village Drive Widening - Pontiac Drive to Victoria Avenue - - - - - - -
Chestnut Avenue Complete Street Improvements - Valley to Pio Pico - - 1,080,000 - - - -
Chestnut Complete Street I-5 to Railroad Project Study - 85,000 - - - - -
Christiansen Way Improvements - - - 310,000 - - -
College Boulevard Extension 1,205,000 - - - - - -
Coordinated Traffic Signal Program 2,583,980 - - - - - -
Coordinated Traffic Signal Program 1,000,000 - - - - - -
El Camino Real Widening - Poinsettia Lane to Camino Vida Roble 3,155,001 - - - - - -
El Camino Real Widening - Sunny Creek to Jackspar 5,009,999 - - - - - -
Kelly Drive and Park Drive Complete Street Improvements 4,675,001 - - - - - -
Pavement Management Program 19,186,565 1,150,000 1,650,000 1,650,000 1,650,000 1,650,000 16,500,000
Pavement Management Program 16,346,475 950,000 950,000 950,000 950,000 950,000 9,500,000
South Carlsbad Coastline 1,779,027 1,000,000 - - - - -
State Street and Grand Avenue Road Improvements - - - 325,000 - - -
Street Lighting Replacement Program 3,325,002 - - - - - -
Terramar Area Coastal Improvements 1,000,000 1,000,000 - - - - -
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets 1,200,000 - - - - - -
Valley Street Traffic Calming - - - 1,645,000 - - -
Village and Barrio Traffic Circles 1,024,999 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 68,305,048 5,640,000 5,425,000 5,055,000 4,635,000 2,775,000 30,450,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 5,972,270$ 6,612,470$ 7,801,254$ 9,579,014$ 13,381,149$ 49,291,505$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 26,427,710$ 28,254,138$ 26,190,474$ 25,672,006$ 23,193,381$ 23,703,925$
REVENUES
Developer Fees 2,637,428 1,057,336 1,266,532 313,376 1,010,544 12,914,170
Total Revenues N/A 2,637,428 1,057,336 1,266,532 313,376 1,010,544 12,914,170
CAPITAL PROJECTS
College Boulevard - Cannon Road To Badger Lane (375 Zone)278,383$ - 1,250,000 - - - -
College Boulevard - Cannon Road To Badger Lane (490 Zone)312,600 - 1,250,000 - - - -
Desalinated Water Flow Control Facility No. 5 10,811,601 758,000 - - - - -
Hydroelectric Generation at Water Facilities 428,000 33,000 385,000 - 1,225,000 - -
Maerkle Reservoir Transmission Main - - 236,000 1,660,000 1,567,000 - -
Poinsettia Lane - Cassia Road to Skimmer Court (Reimbursement Agreement 600,000 - - - - - -
Rancho Carlsbad Groundwater Supply 200,000 - - 125,000 - - 1,425,000
San Luis Rey Mission Basin Groundwater Supply - 20,000 - - - 500,000 30,900,000
Water Modeling 375,001 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 13,005,585 811,000 3,121,000 1,785,000 2,792,000 500,000 32,325,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 28,254,138$ 26,190,474$ 25,672,006$ 23,193,381$ 23,703,925$ 4,293,095$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A (15,673,990)$ 325,000$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$
REVENUES
Recycled Water Loans and Grants 15,998,990 - - - - -
Total Revenues N/A 15,998,990 - - - - -
CAPITAL PROJECTS
C-Tank Access Road Repair and Electrical Improvements 50,000$ - 325,000 - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 50,000 - 325,000 - - - -
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 325,000$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$ 0$
TRANSNET - LOCAL
WATER CONNECTION - POTABLE
WATER CONNECTION - RECYCLED
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YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 15,085,158$ 17,241,013$ 6,701,400$ (7,305,234)$ (21,240,652)$ (20,665,498)$
REVENUES
Transfer from Water Operating Fund 6,348,536 6,187,387 5,966,366 5,752,582 5,815,154 59,595,595
Total Revenues N/A 6,348,536 6,187,387 5,966,366 5,752,582 5,815,154 59,595,595
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Abandon Potable Services (New Recycled Services)925,826$ 250,000 500,000 - - - -
Carlsbad Boulevard Waterline Replacement at Terramar 4,730,001 - - - - - -
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility (Encina Capital Projects)599,943 - - - - - -
Cathodic Protection Program 1,796,702 190,000 190,000 190,000 190,000 190,000 540,000
Crestview Drive Transmission Main 321,000 284,000 - - - - -
El Camino Real Widening - Arenal Road to La Costa Avenue - 1,000,000 - - - - -
Fire Flow Capacity System Improvements 210,000 415,000 2,000,000 2,500,000 3,000,000 - -
Limited Access Pipeline Relocation Program 1,940,000 761,000 - 6,348,000 2,875,000 - -
Maerkle Facility Improvements 2,735,200 800,000 - - - - -
Maerkle Reservoir Solar Project 249,170 - - - - - -
Maerkle Reservoir Transmission Main 773,001 (578,000) 244,000 2,130,000 2,023,000 - -
Normally Closed Valve (Install Motorized Valve)984,999 300,000 - - - - -
Orion Center 6,789,410 (6,289,409) 6,290,000 - - - -
Palomar Airport Waterline Realignment 2,332,999 - - - - - -
Pressure Reducing Station Program 5,831,037 600,000 600,000 600,000 600,000 600,000 6,000,000
Rancho Carlsbad Groundwater Supply 200,000 - - 125,000 - - 1,425,000
Recycled Water Phase 3 - Reservoir 980,001 (800,000) - - - - -
Reservoir Repair and Maintenance Program 5,850,000 2,040,000 - - - - 6,680,000
San Luis Rey Mission Basin Groundwater Supply - - - - - - -
Santa Fe II Inlet Pipeline 529,650 - 206,000 115,000 1,920,000 - -
Santa Fe II Reservoir Site Electrical Improvements 183,581 110,000 - - - - -
SCADA Improvements 7,132,599 2,413,000 611,000 - - - -
Tri-Agency Water Transmission Pipeline Replacement 3,618,973 (1,290,000) 431,000 3,585,000 4,630,000 - -
Valley and Magnolia Complete Streets 71,000 - 650,000 - - - -
Water Infrastructure Condition Assessment Program 2,190,001 410,000 420,000 420,000 450,000 450,000 4,730,000
Water Loss Monitoring Program 349,999 (182,911) - - - - -
Water System Rehabilitation and Replacement 12,258,370 2,800,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 40,970,000
Water Valve Repair/Replacement Program 7,859,998 960,000 960,000 960,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 10,760,000
Technology Investment Projects
Meter Data Management/Utility Analytics - - 550,000 - - - -
Utility Billing Automation - - 75,000 - - - -
Utility Billing Portal 90,000 - - - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 71,533,459 4,192,680 16,727,000 19,973,000 19,688,000 5,240,000 71,105,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 17,241,013$ 6,701,400$ (7,305,234)$ (21,240,652)$ (20,665,498)$ (32,174,903)$
PRIOR YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 YEAR 6-15
YEARS 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28 2029-38
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE N/A 12,323,061$ 14,417,661$ 10,694,661$ 10,113,661$ 11,481,261$ 13,030,821$
REVENUES
Transfer from Recycled Water Operating Fund 1,600,000 1,760,000 1,936,000 2,129,600 2,342,560 23,425,600
Total Revenues N/A 1,600,000 1,760,000 1,936,000 2,129,600 2,342,560 23,425,600
CAPITAL PROJECTS
C-Tank Access Road Repair and Electrical Improvements 250,000$ - 1,000,000 - - - -
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility (Encina Capital Projects)4,057,710 767,000 949,000 1,992,000 237,000 268,000 2,650,000
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility Irrigation and Landscape 175,000 (140,000) - - - - -
Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility Roof Replacement 225,000 156,000 - - - - -
Cathodic Protection Program - 100,000 100,000 - - - -
Orion Center 2,715,599 (2,515,600) 2,516,000 - - - -
Recycled Water Condition Assessment Program 750,001 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 590,000
Recycled Water Phase 3 - Reservoir 3,319,997 200,000 - - - - -
Recycled Water Pipeline Replacement - 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 5,060,000
Recycled Water Valve and Appurtenance Replacement Program 380,000 - 120,000 125,000 125,000 125,000 1,330,000
Reservoir Condition Assessment and Repair Program - 200,000 - - - - -
SCADA Improvements 1,658,400 338,000 398,000 - - - -
Total Project Expenditures 13,531,708 (494,600) 5,483,000 2,517,000 762,000 793,000 9,630,000
ENDING FUND BALANCE N/A 14,417,661$ 10,694,661$ 10,113,661$ 11,481,261$ 13,030,821$ 26,826,421$
WATER REPLACEMENT - RECYCLED
WATER REPLACEMENT - POTABLE
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GLOSSARY OF CAPITAL PROJECT FUNDING SOURCES
BTD#2 – Bridge and Thoroughfare District No. 2 developer
fees are paid to partially fund the Poinsettia Lane and
Aviara Parkway street construction project.
BTD#3 – Bridge and Thoroughfare District No. 3 developer
fees are paid to partially fund Cannon Road improvements.
CFD #1 – The City of Carlsbad Community Facilities District
No. 1 (Mello-Roos) funds civic projects, I-5 interchange
projects, and road segments.
Federal Grants (FED GRANT) – Federal Grants such as
funding for Village and Barrio traffic circles.
Gas Tax – Gas Tax revenues for street projects are received
under the Streets & Highways Code of the State of
California.
Gas Tax 1B – Gas Tax revenues for street projects
specifically for road maintenance and rehabilitation are
received under the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California.
General Capital Construction (GCC) – General Capital Construction funds, created through fund transfers from
the city's General Fund, are used to fund various municipal and other capital projects.
Infrastructure Replacement Fund (IRF) – Annual transfers from the General fund pay for major maintenance
and replacement of the city’s infrastructure.
Other – Sources include revenues related to pending financing districts, property owner contributions and
contributions from other agencies.
Park-in-Lieu (PIL) – Park-in-Lieu Fees are charged to developers for park acquisition and development. PIL fees
are segregated by quadrant to fund park projects in those quadrants.
Planned Local Drainage (PLD A, B, C, D) – Drainage facilities necessitated by growth are paid from developer
Planned Local Drainage Fees. PLD fees are segregated by drainage area.
Public Facilities Fees (PFF) – Public Facilities Fees are charged to developers to fund civic facilities, park
development, streets, traffic signals, and other facilities.
Sewer Connection (SEWER CONN) – Development fees include Sewer Connection charges for expansion of
sewer lines and facilities.
Sewer Replacement (SEWER REPL) – Sewer Replacement is part of sewer user fees and pays for repair and
replacement of the city's existing sewer system.
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State Grants (STATE GRANT) – State grants such as Veteran’s Memorial Park funding.
Transportation Development Act (TDA) – City street and bicycle projects can receive funding from
Transportation Development Act sales tax receipts.
Traffic Impact Fees (TIF) – Developer Traffic Impact Fees are used for various street construction and
improvement projects.
TransNet (TRNSNT-LOC) – Receipts of county sales taxes allocated by the San Diego Regional Transportation
Commission finance various local road improvement projects.
Water Connection (WATER CONN) – Development fees include Major Facility Fees used to fund expansion of
water lines and ancillary water facilities.
Water Replacement (WATER REPL) – Water Replacement funds are included in water utility rates and pay for
the repair and replacement of existing potable water lines and facilities.
Water Recycled (RECL WATER) – Revenues used to fund new Recycled Water projects; revenues for Phase III
expansion includes grant and loan funds.
Water Recycled Replacement (RECL REPL) – Recycled Water Replacement funds are included in utility rates and
pay for the repair and replacement of existing recycled water lines and facilities.
Zone 5, 13, 16, 17, 18 Park Fee (ZONE 5) – Fees paid by development in Local Facilities Management Zones 5,
13, 16, 17 and 18 to fund a Business Park Recreational Facility in the city's industrial corridor.
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PLANNED MAJOR CAPITAL OUTLAY ITEMS FISCAL YEAR
2023-24
Department Item Description Quantity One-Time CostGolf Course Driving Range Entertainment Project Planning 1 60,000
Kitchen & Banquet Equipment Package 1 50,000Rough Mower 1 80,000
Utility Carts 4 40,000Bunker Renovation Phase 5 of 5 1 60,000
Canyons Patio Furniture Replacement 1 77,000Cart Path Repairs (6-8 panels)1 60,000
Clubhouse and Surrounding Area Landscaping 1 60,000
Fencing Replacement 1 60,000
Range Improvements/Supplies 1 60,000
Replace Artificial Turf on Driving Range Tee 1 60,000
Concrete Slab and Covers for #6 & #14 F&B Stations 1 39,960
Replacement Swinging Kitchen Door in Fireside Room 1 15,000
Starter Structure 1 60,000
Add Bunker on Hole #18 1 60,000
Waterfall Plant Material Improvements 1 30,000
Driving Range Netting 1 40,540
Monument Sign 1 25,000
Carpeting for Offices and Golf Shop 1 42,500
AirWall System for Fireside Room 1 30,000
Golf Course Subtotal 23 $1,010,000
Fleet Replacement Fleet & Facilities: Pickup Truck 1 80,000
Fire: Pickup Truck 1 52,020
Parks & Recreation: Pickup Truck 1 48,725Parks & Recreation: Tractor 1 55,784
Parks & Recreation: Trailers 4 60,345Police: Utility Vehicles 6 466,270
Police: Motorcycle 1 46,420Police: Sedan 2 104,000
Public Works: Compactor 1 80,000Public Works: Loader 1 75,000
Fleet Replacement Subtotal 19 $1,068,564
Information Technology Replacement Servers 5 84,966Switches19 324,642
Information Technology Subtotal 24 $409,608
Major Capital Outlay Grand Total 66 $2,488,172
*Major Capital Outlay only includes items of $10,000 or greater.
(Greater than $10,000)
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FUND CLASSIFICATIONS AND DESCRIPTIONS
The financial operations of the city are organized into funds for which budgets are prepared. These funds are
grouped into three major categories: Governmental, Proprietary, and Fiduciary.
Governmental Funds
Governmental funds are made up of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds and Capital Project Funds.
The General Fund (001) is used to account for all financial resources necessary to carry out basic governmental
activities of the city that are not accounted for in another fund. The General Fund supports essential city
services such as police and fire protection, street maintenance, libraries, parks and open space management.
Special Revenue Funds are used to account for specific revenues that are legally restricted to expenditures for
specified purposes.
Affordable Housing (133) – Collects fees generated from the Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee and the sale
of affordable housing credits that satisfy a developer’s inclusionary housing obligation as well as loan
repayments from existing developments. With these funds, the city provides affordable housing programs
and low income and homeless services support and financial assistance for residential developments that
provide housing opportunities to low income households.
Agricultural Mitigation Fee (171) – The Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee program funds projects that
improve agricultural lands for continued agricultural production, protect and enhance the coastal and
lagoon environment, improve lagoon nature centers and restore beaches for public use.
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance District (163) – Ensures adequate funds are collected from property
owners within the district to administer and maintain the Buena Vista Creek Channel from Jefferson Street
east to the South Vista Way bridge.
Citizens’ Option for Public Safety (COPS) (123) – Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Funds to be spent
providing “front line police services” such as anti-gang efforts, crime prevention and juvenile justice
programs.
Community Activity Grants (150) – Provides city-funded grants to community service groups.
Community Development Block Grant (391) – Federal funds provided to the city to develop viable urban
communities through the provision of decent housing, a suitable living environment and by expanding
economic opportunities for lower income persons.
Cultural Arts Donations (148) – Funds used to promote and support the programs and activities of the city’s
Cultural Arts Office.
Habitat Mitigation Fee (172) – Funding for conservation of certain parcels totaling approximately 300 acres
which lie in the unincorporated area to the southeast of Carlsbad, and which are essential to the biological
viability of the Habitat Management Plan.
Library and Arts Endowments (175) – Donations are used to support Library programming and activities.
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Library Gifts & Bequests (145) – Includes Friends of the Library annual donations and Library Gifts and
Bequests. Donations are used to support Library programming and activities.
Lighting and Landscaping District 2 (164) – This maintenance and assessment district funds the costs of
streetlights, street trees and medians within the district boundaries covering newer developments in the
city.
Local Cable Infrastructure (138) – Funds used for the associated capital costs of the city’s own cable
channel and other city outreach and communications programs. Franchise fees from cable and internet
providers make up the revenue for this fund.
Local Housing Allocation Fund (136) – Funds from California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program
established in 2017 to provide funding for affordable housing, funded by a fee levied on certain real-estate
transactions.
Median Maintenance District (161) – Provides landscape and irrigation maintenance for approximately 68
acres of median planters and nine acres of developed parkways, including the Downtown Carlsbad Village
area.
Opioid Settlement Fund (128) – Funds from the California Opioid Settlements utilized for opioid
remediation activities.
Police Asset Forfeiture (122) – Funds received from the police department’s drug enforcement activities
which are restricted for use in supporting police activities to include the acquisition of equipment, supplies
or services.
Public Safety Grants (124) – Used to purchase equipment, supplement staffing costs and assist with
training.
Recreation Donations (149) – These donations provide supplemental funding for Parks & Recreation
events, programs and facilities.
Rental Assistance/Section 8 Program (190) – Federal funding to provide vouchers to help low income
residents pay rent.
Senior Program Donations (143) – These donations provide funding for nutrition, transportation, activities,
events and other programs benefiting Carlsbad's senior population.
Street Lighting Maintenance District (162) – The street lighting maintenance assessment district provides
funding for the operation and maintenance of all city-accepted streetlights within the public right-of-way.
Street Tree Maintenance District (160) – The street tree maintenance assessment district provides partial
funding for the operation and maintenance of all city-accepted street trees within the public right-of-way,
including specialized maintenance for street trees in the Downtown Carlsbad Village area.
Tyler Court Apartments (806) – Provides affordable housing to senior households with incomes at 30% and
50% of the San Diego County Area median incomes.
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Capital Project Funds are used to account for specific revenues that are restricted to expenditures for capital
project purposes.
Bridge and Thoroughfare District 2 (BTD 2) (362) – Developer fees are paid to partially fund the Poinsettia
Lane and Aviara Parkway street construction project.
Bridge and Thoroughfare District 3 (BTD 3) (363) – Developer fees are paid to partially fund Cannon Road
improvements.
Community Facilities District 1 (CFD 1) (430) – Mello-Roos funds specific civic projects, I-5 interchange
projects and road segments.
Gas Tax (152) – Gas Tax revenues for street projects received under the Streets & Highways Code of the
State of California.
Gas Tax Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation (153) – Gas Tax revenues for street projects, which can only
be used for road maintenance and rehabilitation, received under the Streets & Highways Code of the State
of California.
General Capital Construction (GCC) (300) – General Capital Construction funds, created through annual
fund transfers from the city's General Fund, are used to fund various municipal and other capital projects.
Grants-Federal (392) – Federal Grants such as funding for Village and Barrio traffic circles.
Grants-State (389) – State grants such as Veteran’s Memorial Park funding.
Industrial Corridor Park Fees (334) – Fees paid by development in Local Facilities Management Zones 5, 13,
16, 17 and 18 to fund a Business Park Recreational Facility in the city's industrial corridor.
Infrastructure Replacement (IRF) (370) – Annual transfers from the General Fund to pay for major
maintenance and replacement of the city’s infrastructure.
Park in-Lieu Fees (PIL) (330-333) – Park-in-Lieu fees are charged to developers for park acquisition and
development. PIL fees are segregated by quadrant to fund park projects in those quadrants.
Parking in-Lieu Fees (315) – Funding collected from new developments in Carlsbad Village that do not
provide adequate parking facilities for use in construction of future parking facilities and improvements.
Planned Local Drainage Area Fees (PLD) (350-353) – Drainage facilities necessitated by growth are paid
from developer Planned Local Drainage Fees. PLD fees are segregated by drainage area.
Public Facilities Fees (PFF) (320) – Public Facilities Fees are charged to developers to fund civic facilities,
park development, streets, traffic signals, and other facilities.
Technology Investment Capital (375) – Technology Investment Capital funds, created through annual fund
transfers from the city's General Fund, are used to fund various technology projects.
Transportation Development Act (TDA) (380) – City street and bicycle projects can receive funding from
Transportation Development Act sales tax receipts.
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Traffic Impact Fees (TIF) (310) – Developer Traffic Impact Fees are used for various street construction and
improvement projects.
TransNet (342) – Receipts of county sales taxes allocated by the San Diego Regional Transportation
Commission to finance various bicycle, freeway interchange and local road improvement projects.
Proprietary Funds
Proprietary funds are Internal Service Funds and Enterprise Funds.
Internal Service Funds are used to account for operations internal to the city where the intent is that the cost
of providing services to the city department is financed primarily through department user charges.
Workers’ Compensation (611) – Management of workers’ compensation insurance and claims.
Risk Management (612) – Management of vehicle and city liability insurance.
Vehicle Maintenance (620) – Vehicle maintenance and operations of citywide fleet, including gas and oil
charges.
Vehicle Replacement (621) – Funding for the replacement of vehicles currently in operation, based on the
expected replacement cost at the end of vehicles useful life.
Information Technology Operations (640) – Maintenance and operations of citywide technology assets.
Information Technology Replacement (641) – Funding for the replacement of current technology assets
based on the expected replacement cost at the end of the anticipated useful life.
Enterprise Funds are used to account for operations that are financed and operated similar to a private
business where the intent is that the cost of providing services to the public is financed primarily through user
charges.
Potable Water Operations (501) – Carlsbad Municipal Water District (CMWD), a subsidiary of the city,
provides potable water service to approximately 85% of the city.
Potable Water Connection (506) – Development fees include Major Facility Fees used to fund expansion of
potable water lines and ancillary water facilities.
Potable Water Replacement (505) – Water replacement charges are included in water utility rates and pay
for the repair and replacement of existing potable water lines and facilities.
Recycled Water Operations (502) – Funds used to operate and maintain critical infrastructure systems and
to provide the safe delivery of conservation outreach and treated irrigation water.
Recycled Water Connection (507) – Revenues used to fund new Recycled Water projects; revenues for
Phase III expansion includes grant and loan funds.
Recycled Water Replacement (508) – Recycled Water Replacement funds are included in utility rates and
pay for the repair and replacement of existing recycled water lines and facilities.
Wastewater Operations (511) – The city operates and maintains a sanitary wastewater collection system,
which covers approximately 65% of the geographic area of the city.
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Wastewater Connection (512) – Development fees include Sewer Connection charges for expansion of
sewer lines and facilities.
Wastewater Replacement (515) – Sewer replacement charges are part of sewer user fees and pay for
repair and replacement of the city's existing sewer system.
Solid Waste Management (520) – Administers and monitors the solid waste contract and the Palomar
Transfer Station agreement and is responsible for ensuring the waste reduction and recycling components
of the Source Reduction and Recycling Element and Household Hazardous Waste Element comply with
state mandated diversion and disposal requirements.
Watershed Protection (521) – Fund dedicated to providing programs which enable stewardship of the city’s
resources protecting our beaches, creeks, and lagoons.
The Crossings Golf Course (572) – Funds used to cover the operations of the city’s municipal golf course.
Fiduciary Fund
Fiduciary funds are private purpose trust funds used to account for situations where the city’s role is purely
custodial, such as the receipt, temporary investment, and remittance of fiduciary resources to individuals,
private organizations, or other governments.
Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency (801) – Responsible for administering enforceable
obligations of the former Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency (RDA) including administration of housing loans
and other debt obligations, completing existing projects and ultimately to wind down RDA operations over
time.
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Agricultural Mitigation Fees X
Buena Vista Channel Maintenance District X
Citizens Option for Public Safety X
Community Activity Grants X
Community Development Block Grant X
Cultural Arts Donations X
Habitat Mitigation Fee X
Library & Arts Endowments X
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Local Cable Infrastructure X
Median Maintenance District X
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Public Safety Grants X X
Recreation Donations X
Rental Assistance/Section 8 Program X
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Street Lighting Maintenance District X
Street Tree Maintenance District X
Tyler Court Apartments X
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General Capital Construction X
Grants-Federal X
Industrial Corridor Park Fees X
Park-in-Lieu Fees/Park Development Fund X
Parking-in-Lieu Fees X
Planned Local Drainage Area Fees (PLD)X
Public Facilities Fees X
Technology Investment Capital X
Transportation Development Act (TDA)X
Traffic Impact Fees (TIF)X
TransNet X
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Workers' Compensation X
Risk Management X
Vehicle Maintenance X
Vehicle Replacement X
Information Technology Operations X
Information Technology Replacement X
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Solid Waste Management X
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GLOSSARY
Appropriation – A specific amount of money authorized by the City Council for an approved work program
or individual project.
Assessed Valuation – A dollar value placed on real estate or other property by the County of San Diego as a
basis for levying property taxes.
Balanced Budget – A budget in which planned expenditures do not exceed planned funds available.
Beginning/Ending Fund Balance – Unencumbered resources available in a fund from the prior/current year
after payment of the prior/current year expenses.
Bond – A certificate of debt issued by an entity, guaranteeing payment of the original investment, plus
interest, by a specified future date.
Branch – An organizational unit comprised of departments. Examples include the Administrative Services
Branch and Community Services Branch.
Budget – An annual financial plan that identifies revenues, types and levels of services to be provided and
the amount of funds that can be spent.
Capital Improvement Program – A multi-year financial plan containing proposed construction of physical
assets such as park, street, sewage and recreation facilities. The 15-year program outlines the expenditure
plan for future capital projects and the corresponding revenues to pay for those expenditures.
Capital Outlay – Equipment (fixed assets) with a value $1,000 or more and an estimated useful life of more
than one year, such as automobiles and office furniture, which appear in the operating budget.
Carlsbad Community Vision – A set of nine core values and vision statements developed through
consultation with the community in 2010 that serve as a guide for city leaders as they serve the city.
Cost Allocation – A method used to charge General Fund overhead costs to other funds, such as Enterprise
Funds and Internal Service Funds.
Debt Service – The payment of principal and interest on borrowed funds such as bonds.
Department – An organizational unit comprised of programs or divisions. Examples include the Finance and
Human Resources departments.
Encumbrance – A legal obligation to pay funds, an expenditure of which has not yet occurred.
Enterprise Fund – A fund type established to account for the total costs of selected governmental facilities
and services that are operated similar to private enterprises.
Expenditure – The actual spending of funds set aside by appropriation for identified goods and services.
Fee – A general term used for any charge levied by government for providing a service or permitting an
activity.
Fiscal Year – 12-month period designated as the budget year. Carlsbad's fiscal year is July 1 to June 30.
Full-time Equivalent (FTE) – The hours worked by one employee on a full-time basis, used to convert the
hours worked by several part-time employees into the hours worked by full-time employees. Two
employees each working 1,000 hours equals 1.0 full-time equivalent employee.
Fund – A set of interrelated accounts to record revenues and expenditures associated with a specific
purpose.
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Fund Balance – The amount of financial resources available for use.
General Fund – The primary fund used by the city for which revenues and expenditures are not legally
restricted for use. Examples of departments operating within the General Fund include Fire, Library, and
the City Manager's Office.
Grant – Contributions of cash or other assets from another governmental agency to be used or expended
for a specified purpose, activity, or facility.
Growth Management Plan – A comprehensive approach to land-use planning ensuring controlled and
managed growth within the city, while providing designated public facilities.
Growth Management Standards – Acceptable service levels that have been established for 11 public facility
categories.
Interfund Transfers – Payments from one fund to another fund, primarily for work or services provided.
Internal Service Fund – A fund that provides services to all city departments and bills the various other funds
for services rendered. Examples are Fleet Maintenance, Information Systems and Workers’ Compensation.
Maintenance and Operations – A general category used for classifying expenditures for materials, supplies
and services that are normally used within the fiscal year.
Operating Budget – The annual appropriation of funds for ongoing program costs, which include salaries,
benefits, maintenance and operations and capital outlay items. Carlsbad's Operating Budget encompasses
one fiscal year.
Operating Costs – Estimated expenses that can be expected to occur following the construction of a Capital
Improvement Project.
Personnel Costs – Expenditures associated with providing the staff necessary to provide the desired levels of
services, including both salary and benefit costs.
Revenues – Amount of funds received from the collection of taxes, fees, permits, licenses, interest and grants
during the fiscal year.
Special Revenue Funds – A fund that collects revenues that are restricted by the city, state or federal
government as the manner in which they may be spent.
Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program – A strategic plan for technology and digital
transformation combined with project descriptions, costs, funding sources and timelines. It outlines a five-
year expenditure plan for future digital transformation and technology projects and the corresponding
revenues necessary to pay for them.
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ACRONYMS
AARP – American Association of Retired Persons
ADA – Americans with Disabilities Act
ADC – Actuarial Determined Contributions
AED – Automated External Defibrillator
AB – Assembly Bill
ALA – American Library Association
BCDDM – Build Capacity for Data-driven Decision Making
BEAR – Business expansion, attraction and retention
BTD – Bridge and Thoroughfare Benefit District
CAD – Computer Aided Dispatch
CalPERS – California Public Employees Retirement System
CalTrans – California Department of Transportation
CalWORKs – California Work Opportunities and Responsibility to Kids
CAD – Computer-aided Dispatch
CAP – Climate Action Plan
CCEA – Carlsbad City Employees' Association
CCTV – Closed-circuit Television
CDBG – Community Development Block Grant
CEQA – California Environmental Quality Act
CFA – Carlsbad Firefighters' Association
CFD – Community Facilities District
CIP – Capital Improvement Program CM&I – Construction Management & Inspection
CMWD – Carlsbad Municipal Water District
COPS – Citizens' Option for Public Safety Grant CPMA – Carlsbad Police Management Association
CPOA – Carlsbad Police Officers' Association CPR – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation CSMFO – California Society of Municipal Finance Officers CSS – Customer Self Service Portal CST – Crime Suppression Team CTBID – Carlsbad Tourism Business Improvement District CWEA – California Water Environment Association CWRF – Carlsbad Water Reclamation Facility DEI – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion DOJ – Department of Justice EAT – Enhance Accessibility and Transparency EIR – Environmental Impact Report EKG – Electrocardiogram EMS – Emergency Medical Services EMT – Emergency Medical Technician
EOC – Emergency Operations Center EPA – Environmental Protection Agency
ERP – Enterprise Resource Planning
ESL – English as a Second Language EWA – Encina Wastewater Authority
FBI – Federal Bureau of Investigation
FE – Finance Enterprise
FEMA – Federal Emergency Management Agency
FPPC – Fair Political Practices Commission
FTE – Full-Time Equivalent
FVCEC – Foster a Vibrant Civic Engagement Culture
FY – Fiscal Year
GAAP – Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
GASB – Governmental Accounting Standards Board
GCC – General Capital Construction
GDP – Gross Domestic Product
GFOA – Government Finance Officers Association
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GHG – Greenhouse Gas Emissions GIS – Geographic Information System
GPS – Global Positioning System
HA – Hydrologic Area
HELP – Homeless Engagement Leading to Progress
HMP – Habitat Management Plan
HOT – Homeless Outreach Team
HPRM – HP Records Manager
HR – Human Resources
HUD – Department of Housing and Urban Development
I&ED – Innovation & Economic Development
ICC – International Code Council
ICMA – International City/County Management Association
IRF – Infrastructure Replacement Fund
ISF – Internal Service Fund
IT – Information Technology
JPA – Joint Powers Authority
LEAP – Local Early Action Planning
LED – Light-emitting diode
LCP – Local Coastal Program
LMS – Learning Management System
M&O – Maintenance and Operations
MFF – Major Facility Fee
MS4 – Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System
NFPA – National Fire Protection Association
NIST – National Institute of Standards and Technology
PC – personal computer
PCDC – Pursue Communitywide Digital Transformation
PCI – Payment card industry
PERS – Public Employees Retirement System
PFF – Public Facilities Fees
PHA – Public Housing Agency
PIL – Park-In-Lieu Fees
PLA – Public Library Association
PLD – Planned Local Drainage
POST – Police Officer Standards and Training
PSSC – Promote Security and Sustainability through Connectivity
PW – Public Works
RFP – Request for Proposal
ROPS – Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule
ROW – Right-of-Way
SANDAG – San Diego Association of Governments
SB – Senate Bill
SCADA – Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System
SDCWA – San Diego County Water Authority
SDG&E – San Diego Gas & Electric
SDTIP – Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics Program
SWAT – Special Weapons Attack Team
SWPPP – Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
SWQMP – Storm Water Quality Management Program
TCBMP – Treatment Control Best Management Practices
TCMP – Traffic Control Management Plan
TDA – Transportation Development Act TDM – Transportation Demand Management
TIF – Traffic Impact Fee
TMDL – Total Maximum Daily Load TOT – Transient Occupancy Tax, or hotel tax
UASI – Urban Areas Security Initiatives Program UDC – Unified Disaster Council (of San Diego) USLA – Unified States Lifesaving Association WQIP – Water Quality Improvement Plan
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BUDGET COMMUNICATIONS
Workshops
Community Budget Workshop on June 1, 2023 -
https://www.carlsbadca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/13998/638218451990070000#page=666
City Council Budget Meetings
Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program and
Capital Improvement Program on May 23, 2023 – https://carlsbadca.new.swagit.com/videos/230923
Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program and Capital
Improvement Program, the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Appropriation Limit and Revisions of Fees and Charges of
Services on June 13, 2023 – https://carlsbadca.new.swagit.com/videos/237391
Social Media Communications
Facebook Posts
Balanced budget adopted, June 15, 2023 - https://www.facebook.com/100064540458559/posts/pfbid0CkCsLBdFWUHcPMMPhkyeWZB38BSFLRAxS5Lysu
Sc45VFQKmApEshCsPhSGnDkFiZl/?mibextid=cr9u03
City Council meeting agenda, June 9, 2023 -
https://www.facebook.com/100064540458559/posts/pfbid02ypUasfDDEEtJQeVkJ9pMvpSjejWEWHYViqJXHuv
6kpieGNBZPfFxXtoA9PsMkWGGl/?mibextid=cr9u03
Community budget workshop, May 31, 2023 -
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City Manager’s update, May 25, 2023 -
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City Council meeting agenda, May 19, 2023 -
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Ssg8RiqXHgLxZZHXRpmQ1rl/?mibextid=cr9u03
City Manager’s update, May 18, 2023 -
https://www.facebook.com/100064540458559/posts/pfbid02nKRMGXegudNzq8zBkemwTK557Ue9YrRLJtWA8J
1kp9UBQ1summxiH6aTDD48Yo61l/?mibextid=cr9u03
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Community budget workshop, May 18, 2023 -
https://www.facebook.com/100064540458559/posts/pfbid0VwjMJb1o5NYbsVZFso556CNct4sa15T21yz6znneH
kuBm6dHwKi7AWsY8KmAMA6kl/?mibextid=cr9u03
Twitter Posts
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1659390003728859137
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1659307182087610368
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1658648282753830913
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1669501435375919104
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1667252227470250004
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1663985603493658625
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1661895463719641093
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1661190272795934720
https://twitter.com/carlsbadcagov/status/1659638813541511174
Instagram Posts
https://www.instagram.com/p/CsZnv_ESHAP/
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs6y6d5tQez/
Nextdoor Posts
May 18, 2023
City Manager’s Update E-Newsletters
City Manager’s Update for May 18, 2022 – https://conta.cc/42Ofdrr
City Manager’s Update for May 25, 2022 – https://conta.cc/3Nhy8pW
City Manager’s Update for June 1, 2022 – https://conta.cc/42PmCa3
City Manager’s Update for June 15, 2022 – https://conta.cc/3CCmm3q
Advertising
The Coast News (print ad) on May 26, 2023
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GENERAL FUND FORECAST
Overview
City staff develops medium-term (5-year) and long-term (10-year) forecasts as part of the budget process.
While long-term projections are inherently less reliable than short-term projections, they can help detect
structural budget issues early. As shown in the following chart, revenues will start to fall short of expenditures
in fiscal year 2025-26 because revenues are growing at a slower rate than expenditures. Assumptions for both
revenues and expenditures are detailed further in this forecast section.
Forecast Methodology
A financial forecast is a planning tool that helps identify trends and anticipate the long-term consequences of
budget decisions. The forecast is instrumental in modeling the effects of retirement costs, employee
compensation, on-going maintenance and operations, as well as revenues for the city’s budget.
The forecast is not a budget nor a plan but rather a model based on cost and revenue assumptions updated
regularly as new information becomes available. Of these components, cost projections which are based on
known costs are relatively reliable. However, revenue forecasts are based on assumptions related to future
economic conditions, which are inherently more uncertain. Economic forecasts change frequently and
demonstrate the difficulties of committing to a particular prediction of the future. For this reason, the city’s
forecast is updated regularly.
While economic conditions are the primary drivers for economically sensitive revenues such as property tax,
sales tax and transient occupancy tax, other factors drive non-economically sensitive categories such as
franchise, ambulance, and departmental fee revenues. These revenue categories are more heavily impacted by
rate changes, energy prices, and consumption levels. Collections from local, state, and federal agencies are
primarily driven by grant and reimbursement funding available from these agencies. As a result, these revenues
experience no significant net gain or loss during economic expansions or slowdowns. All revenue projections
are based upon a careful examination of the collection history and patterns related to seasonality and the
economic environment the city is most likely to encounter in the future.
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General Fund 10-Year Forecast
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A discussion of both the national and local economic outlooks used to develop the revenue estimates for the
fiscal year 2023-24 forecast is included below. To create the revenue forecasts, the city reviewed national,
state, and regional economic forecasts from multiple sources, including the Congressional Budget Office,
California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO), and the Center for Continuing Study of the California Economic
(CCSCE). The city also relies on third-party consultants to provide revenue estimates in their respective field of
expertise. For sales tax, the city contracts with Avenu.
The city’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) forecasts are derived from the UCLA Anderson Forecast for the Nation
and California.
National Economic Outlook
Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 1.3% in the first quarter of 2023, following an
increase of 2.6% in the fourth quarter of 2022. This reflects increases in consumer spending, exports, federal
government spending, state and local government spending, and nonresidential fixed investment that were
partly offset by decreases in private inventory investment and residential fixed investment. Compared to the
fourth quarter of 2022, the deceleration in real GDP in the first quarter primarily reflected a downturn in
private inventory investment and a slowdown in nonresidential fixed investment. These movements were
partly offset by an acceleration in consumer spending, an upturn in exports and a smaller decrease in
residential fixed investment.
Economic trends have been decelerating along with tighter financial conditions and restrictive monetary policy.
Recent data suggests positive but below-trend growth this year. Although the pace of job growth is moderating,
labor markets remain tight, and the U.S. consumer has demonstrated resiliency.
At the end of March 2023, the 2-year Treasury yield was 169 basis point higher, and the 10-year Treasury yield
was about 113 basis point higher, year-over-year. The inversion between the 2-year and 10-year Treasury yield
narrowed to -56 basis points over the previous month-end. The average historical spread since 2003 is about
+130 basis points. The inversion of the yield curve indicates that the probability of recession is increasing.
Carlsbad Economic Outlook
As of 2022, Carlsbad had the second largest gross regional product (GRP) in San Diego County at nearly $15.8
billion, only trailing the City of San Diego. In 2019, Carlsbad’s economy grew by $800 million to nearly $13.6
billion. In 2020, as a result of the pandemic, the city’s GRP remained flat. In 2021, its economy grew by
approximately $1 billion, to nearly $14.6 billion. From 2021 to 2022, Carlsbad’s GRP grew by $10.7 billion. This
growth was seen across almost all industry categories, and was led by manufacturing, wholesale trade,
hospitality and professional, scientific, and technical services.
Unemployment has continued to steadily improve since an initial spike to 13.8% at the onset of the COVID-19
pandemic. The March 2023 unemployment rate of 3.5% in Carlsbad only lags pre-pandemic unemployment
levels by 0.6 percentage points. The unemployment rate for the County of San Diego was 3.7% in March 2023
and the State of California was 4.8%. Currently, many employers are citing difficulty in finding and retaining
workers. Macro-trends in the tech industry have been pushing unemployment up nationally, but the labor
market is still considered to be very tight.
There were 12,258 unique job postings in Carlsbad between January and March representing a decrease of
about 1,1000 from the previous quarter and the third consecutive quarterly decrease. The median advertised
salary for these postings was $51,100, which is on average $5,000 more than jobs posted in the previous
quarter, an indicator of wage inflation. Of jobs posted, 70% indicated an education requirement of high
school/GED or no required listed. 65% of posting indicated no experience was required, indicating that entry-
level positions are difficult to fill and retain.
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Carlsbad has established itself as having the right workforce to fuel innovation in tech and life sciences fields.
Carlsbad businesses can access talent from San Diego County, Orange County, and even southwest Riverside
County. More than 60% of working-age residents hold a bachelor’s degree, with nearly 25% attaining an
advanced degree. Outside of some communities in central San Diego, Carlsbad has the heaviest concentration
of households with degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM degrees). This local
talent mix is among the leading reasons that firms choose Carlsbad.
Commercial vacancy rates remain relatively steady across all categories. The industrial vacancy rate ended the
quarter at 3.6%. The office vacancy rate is currently 12.6%, compared to 15.3% pre-pandemic and retail
vacancy rates were 5.8%.
With 42 hotels in Carlsbad, tourism is a major industry in terms of employment and economic impact. It is also
a major contributor to city revenue, through transient occupancy and sales tax generation. Occupancy levels
averaged 65.3% in the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-23 which exceeded the same quarter in the previous
fiscal year (63.3%). The impacts of inflation and a potential recession could hamper tourism globally, but
Carlsbad is well-positioned as a destination that could see strong tourism even through a recession. Carlsbad’s
average daily room rate (ADR) continues to exceed historic norms. ADR averaged $195.63 as of March 2023,
compared to $179.98 over the same period last year. While disposable income, personal savings, pent-up
demand, and inflation have boosted revenue generation for the city, as inflationary levels linger, the economic
outlook for tourism remains moderately conservative.
Median household income in Carlsbad continues to exceed county income levels. The median income for a
household in Carlsbad in 2021 was $124,669, which was $33,666 higher than the county median income. The
continued rise in interest rates has impacted property values in Carlsbad. The median home price fell $98,000
over the previous quarter. Median home prices rose consistently in Carlsbad between March 2019 and July
2022 and have since been falling. The current median home price is $1,338,506, which is roughly equivalent to
the median home price in December 2021.
There was a total of 2,940 business licenses issued in the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-23, including 1,165
non-residential, 817 residential, and 958 outside-the-city licenses. This represents the strongest quarter for
business licenses issued since the pandemic. The number of licenses issued does not reflect the number of
businesses in Carlsbad as a business may carry multiple licenses, short-term vacation rentals are required to get
a license, and businesses outside of Carlsbad that do business in the city or with the city are required to get a
license. It is estimated that there are approximately 6,747 businesses in Carlsbad.
Between October and December of 2022, residential building permits increased while commercial building
permits continued to slow. The number of residential permits issued was 1,349 and the number of commercial
permits issued was 83. The number of residential building permits issued has been generally increasing over the
past three years. While permit activity is improving year-over-year, residential builders continue to cite labor
shortages and increased building costs as challenges to new housing starts.
General Fund Revenues
The city’s top three revenue sources continue to be property tax, sales tax, and transient occupancy tax. Given
the level of inflation coupled with lingering pent-up demand, personal savings, and disposable income, the city
expects revenues to be slightly above the historic highs estimated in fiscal year 2022-23.
As shown in the chart below, General Fund revenues are expected to be $212.0 million in fiscal year 2023-24
and increase through the forecast. Sales tax revenues are conservatively projected to decrease from the record
highs in fiscal year 2022-23. Property tax revenues are expected to increase moderately, and transient
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occupancy tax revenues are projected to increase conservatively from the record highs in fiscal year 2022-23.
Other revenue sources consider assumptions ranging from no growth to conservative growth.
General Fund revenue performance, particularly in the three main categories discussed above, has experienced
tremendous recovery and growth following the pandemic in March 2020. Shelter-in-place mandates, travel
restrictions, and federal stimulus have had significant impacts on the economy. Resulting in pent-up demand,
increased personal savings and disposable income levels, consumer demand has remained resilient over the
last year given the high spike in inflation. With the Fed’s efforts to combat inflationary increases by increasing
interest rate targets, currently at 5%-5.25%, we have seen inflation decrease. This is one indication that
consumer demand may be diminishing which, among other factors, warrants concern about the economy
moving forward and continues to drive the need for conservative assumptions for economically sensitive
revenue sources like sales and transient occupancy taxes.
The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER), an American private nonprofit research organization,
defines the beginning and ending dates of recessions. The NBER defines a recession as “a significant decline in
economic activity spread across the economy, lasting more than two quarters which is 6 months, normally
visible in real gross domestic product (GDP), real income, employment, industrial production, and wholesale
retail sales.” Since World War II, recessions have lasted an average of 11.1 months and have occurred, on
average, about every 58.4 months (4.8 years).
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Sales Tax
Sales tax is one of the city’s largest revenues
sources. Sales taxes are collected at the point-of-
sale and remitted to the California Department of
Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), formerly the
Board of Equalization. The CDTFA allocates tax
revenue owed to the city in monthly payments.
Sales tax revenues were adversely impacted in
fiscal year 2019-20 with the onset of the
pandemic. The restrictions resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic have led to increases in segments like auto
sales, construction, drug store sales, chemical product, food markets and recreational products, while others
like restaurants and general retail took a major hit. The city has also been benefitting from sales tax revenues
on internet sales generated as a result of the Wayfair or AB147 law that went into effect in October 2019.
Until fiscal year 2019-20, sales tax revenues had improved markedly, peaking in fiscal year 2018-19 at $40.8
million. The onset of the pandemic in March 2020 resulted in swift reductions in sales tax revenues and the city
ended the year with $38 million in sales tax revenues. During fiscal year 2020-21, impacts of COVID-19 on sales
tax generally correlated with shelter-in-place mandates and as restrictions were lifted, recovery was realized as fiscal year 2020-21 ended with $44 million in sales tax revenues. Fiscal year 2021-22 experienced the most
accelerated recovery and ended the year at $51.2 million in sales tax revenues, a historic high for the city. The
easing of restrictions and the presence of pent-up demand drove much of this recovery. Fiscal year 2022-23
began with much uncertainty surrounding market and economic conditions like inflation and impacts to
disposable income. However, consumer demand remained relatively resilient and sales tax revenues are
estimated to end the year at approximately $51.4 million. Looking ahead to fiscal year 2023-24, much
uncertainty remains surrounding inflation and diminishing pent-up demand, personal savings, disposable
income and recessionary risk. As a result, a conservative estimate of $51.1 million is budgeted for fiscal year
2023-24 which represents a decrease of $0.3 million, or 1%, over fiscal year 2022-23 estimations. With high
levels inflation and pent-up demand likely to decrease, conservative estimates have been applied for sales tax
in the out-years of the forecasted period.
The city’s sales tax base is heavily weighted in the transportation (comprised heavily of new auto sales) and
general retail sectors, both of which account for over half of taxable sales in Carlsbad. New auto sales are highly
elastic in comparison to economic trends, and tax revenues from new auto sales fell precipitously during the
recession, from $6.7 million in 2007 to $4.4 million in 2009. Since that dip, auto sales tax revenues hit a high of
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5-Year Sales Tax Forecast
Estimated Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected
Revenue Category 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28
Sales Tax 51,379$ 51,065$ 52,686$ 53,752$ 54,681$ 55,476$
Property Tax 81,508 84,247 86,956 89,638 92,293 94,923
Transient Occupancy Tax 32,500 32,861 33,218 33,572 33,922 34,268
Franchise Tax 6,971 7,085 7,198 7,312 7,426 7,540
Business License Tax 6,242 6,436 6,682 6,899 7,123 7,355
Development Related 5,074 4,178 4,212 4,237 4,213 4,178
Interdepartmental Charges 5,375 5,746 5,890 6,037 6,188 6,343
Income from Investments and Property 5,998 5,948 5,978 6,008 6,038 6,068
Ambulance Fee 4,430 6,338 6,121 6,274 6,431 6,592
Transfer Tax 1,570 1,625 1,687 1,742 1,799 1,857
Intergovernmental 1,174 1,011 1,016 1,021 1,026 1,031
Other Revenues 5,594 5,474 5,586 5,702 5,822 5,944
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5-Year General Fund Revenue Forecast (in thousands)
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$13.4 million for the four quarters ended December 31, 2022. Following the accelerated recovery from the
pandemic, sales tax revenues across nearly all industry groups have continued to increase as a result of the rise
in inflation. As of December 31, 2022, and compared to the previous calendar year, general retail sales tax
increased $1 million, food products sales tax increased $1.5 million and business-to-business increased
$900,000. While the recent experience has been positive, as inflationary levels continued to sustain and as
personal savings, disposable income and pent-up demand diminishes, the future outlook remains conservative.
Revenues received under Proposition 72, a 0.5 cent increase in California sales tax for the funding of local
public safety services, is included in sales tax revenues.
Sales taxes are expected to increase over the next 10 years by annual average rate of 1.4%.
Property Tax
Property tax is the largest source of General Fund
revenues, is expected to grow by $2.7 million or
3% over the fiscal year 2022-23 estimated amount.
While the residential real estate market in
Carlsbad has seen significant increases in values,
commercial property assessed values are still
expected to remain more flat. Since the beginning
of calendar year 2023, the median home price has
fallen, representing a slight decrease in demand
with the significant rise in interest rates. Proposition 8 allows owners to have their property temporarily
revalued if market value is lower than the factored base year value, posing a risk that property values could
temporarily decrease. Until interest rates sustain or decline, prices are not anticipated to increase significantly
on an annual basis.
Assessed values on the residential real estate are expected to grow modestly, capped by California’s
Proposition 13. Proposition 13, adopted in 1978, limits the annual increase in assessed values for property.
Under this proposition, assessed values (and the related property tax) can grow by no more than 2% per year.
The value upon which the tax is based is only increased to the full market value upon the sale of a property. The
maximum increase of assessed values, when not sold, is by the change in California’s Consumer Price Index,
which was 1.036% for 2021-22 – below the 2% cap for the first time since 2016-17. Residential activity has been
driven by low interest rates on mortgages, pent up demand that built during the shutdown and an increase in
the ability to work remotely. With the rise in interest rates over the last year, that has shifted swiftly. The
median price of a single family residence in Carlsbad, based on resale data from Zillow, is $1.3 million, down 5%
year over year as of March 2023. Estimates for the upcoming 2023-24 assessment year provided by the County
of San Diego’s Assessor’s Office project moderate growth; however, the city’s forecast assumes a more
conservative outlook after taking into account current economic conditions and the related risks posed upon
the housing market. Sustained levels of high inflation and the Federal Reserve’s continued interest rates hikes
are likely to impact property values as well as the volume of transactions.
Changes in property tax revenues lag behind changes in the housing market, as the tax revenue for the
upcoming fiscal year is based on assessed values from January 2023. Thus, the taxes to be received for fiscal
year 2023-24 are based on assessed values as of January 1, 2023.
Property taxes tend to grow slowly unless there is a significant amount of development-related activity. In past
decades, the city has seen robust growth in property tax revenue due to new development, high turnover of
existing homes, and double-digit growth in housing prices. However, as the city approaches buildout,
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development has slowed. In addition to recent interest rate increases, slower development combined with
minimal commercial property transactions and tax reform has caused a slowing in property tax growth in the
city.
Property taxes are expected to increase over the next 10 years by annual average rate of 2.8%.
Transient Occupancy Tax
Transient Occupancy Tax is the third highest
revenue source for the General Fund also known
as TOT or hotel tax. TOT was the revenue category
most adversely impacted by COVID-19. From
historic highs of $26 million in fiscal year 2018-19,
year-over-year decreases of 27% and 16% were
experienced. As of last year, TOT was expected to
increase approximately 47%, marking the
beginning of an anticipated 3-year recovery.
However, this recovery was accelerated with the easing of restrictions and pent-up demand which resulted in
TOT revenues reaching new historic highs and ending fiscal year 2021-22 at $32.4 million. Anticipated rising
inflation was expected to adversely impact travel and tourism levels in fiscal year 2022-23. However, the rise in
average daily rates did not appear to influence occupancy levels and as a result, it is estimated that fiscal year
2022-23 will end with another historic high of $32.5 million. While group business travel still has yet to fully
return to pre-pandemic levels, continued uncertainty around current inflation levels and diminishing pent up
demand result in conservative estimates applied to the forecast.
According to a report from Tourism Economics, San Diego County tourism will see healthy growth in visitation
demand of around 10% in calendar year 2023. The continued growth is driven by personal savings levels that
accumulated during the pandemic coupled with the perception shift of tourism and travel becoming more of a
necessity than a luxury as it was prior to the pandemic. The City of Carlsbad currently has approximately 4,776
hotel rooms and 343 registered vacation rentals.
Transient occupancy taxes are expected to increase over the next 10 years by annual average rate of 1.1%.
Franchise Tax
The city currently has franchise agreements for
cable TV service, solid waste services, cell sites,
fiber optic antenna systems and gas and electric
services. The solid waste franchise experienced
minor revenue increases that mirror growth in
population and changes in rate structures. Cable
TV franchise revenue is expected to remain
relatively consistent from $1.39 million in the
previous fiscal year to $1.41 million in fiscal year
2023-24. This revenue source will most likely remain stable or decline in future years as more subscribers cut
cable services and move to online streaming services.
In April 2021, a new agreement was approved with Republic Services of San Diego. The city receives 7.5% of
revenues collected as well as an annual payment of $0.8 million in support of AB 939 and $1.3 million storm
water fee. The increase in fiscal year 2023-24 is relatively modest compared to the increase experienced in the
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prior year that was driven by the $0.8 million payment to assist with AB 939. Increases in the forecast are
driven by estimated population growth which drives consumption.
San Diego Gas & Electric pays franchise taxes for the use of the public land over which they transport gas and
electricity. The city also receives an “in-lieu” franchise tax based on the value of gas and electricity transported
on SDG&E lines but purchased from another source. The “in-lieu” tax captures the franchise taxes on gas and
electricity that is transported using public lands, which would not otherwise be included in the calculations for
franchise taxes, due to deregulation of the power industry. This revenue source experienced a significant
increase in fiscal year 2022-23 of $919,000 due to price increases but is expected to remain relatively flat out
over the next several years.
Franchise taxes are expected to increase over the next 10 years by an annual average rate of 1.5%.
Business License Tax
Business licenses taxes are closely tied to the
health of the local economy and are projected to
increase to $6.4 million in fiscal year 2023-24, a
growth of $0.2 million, or 3%, when compared to
last year’s adopted budget. This is somewhat in
line with projected sales tax revenue increase as
businesses either pay taxes based on the amount
of their gross receipts or based on set fees. There
are currently about 9,514 licensed businesses in
the City of Carlsbad, 77 less than in the prior year with 6,375 of them located in the city. Over the next 10
years, business license tax revenues are forecasted to increase annually, on average, by approximately 3.3%.
Development-Related
Development-related revenues are derived from
fees for planning, engineering and building
permits, and fees paid by developers to cover the
cost of reviewing and monitoring development
activities, such as plan checks and inspections.
These revenues are difficult to predict, as many of
the planning and engineering activities occur
months or years before any actual development.
During fiscal year 2009-10, development-related
revenues began to turn around from historic lows experienced in fiscal year 2008-09. Since then, development-
related revenues have fluctuated in line with increases and decreases in residential, commercial and industrial
development. In fiscal year 2023-24, the city expects a 21% decrease in development related revenues, to
approximately $3.3 million, following higher than anticipated development activity occurring in fiscal year
2022-23. The projected decrease in development-related revenues is tied to the volume and type of
development projected to be permitted, multi-family versus single-family, and a drop in the revenues derived
from building fees which occur in the early stages of development.
It is difficult to forecast development-related revenues as they fluctuate significantly from one year to the next.
The city works with consultants to identify and estimate future development based on capacity. While
development-related revenues have been trending downward based on capacity, the forecast attempts to
normalize highs and lows experienced by applying conservative to moderate historical trendline assumptions.
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Over the next 10 years, development-related revenues are expected in increase approximately 1.2% annually
on average.
Interdepartmental Charges
Interdepartmental charges are generated through
engineering services charged to capital projects,
reimbursed work from other funds and
miscellaneous interdepartmental expenses
charged to funds outside the General Fund for
services performed by departments within the
General Fund. Miscellaneous interdepartmental
charges correlate with consumer price index (CPI)
and are expected to increase annually and on-
average by 2.9%.
Income from Investments and Property
This category includes interest earnings as well as
rental income from city-owned land and facilities.
The city is expected to earn about $3.2 million in
interest on its General Fund investments for fiscal
year 2023-24, and another $2.7 million in rental
and lease income. The yield on the city’s portfolio
is forecasted to average 1.5% and cash balances
are expected to remain flat as increases in receipts
are projected to be offset by increases in
expenditures as the City Council’s goals are operationalized.
Ambulance Fees
The city receives ambulance fee revenues based
on gross revenue generated by the ambulance
transport service provider. These revenues are
estimated to increase $3.3 million over last year’s
adopted budget, from $3.9 million to $6.3 million.
This increase is due to the Fire Department’s
addition of two medical transports. The increase is
also driven by the Ground Emergency Medical
Transportation Certified Public Expenditure
program, which helps cover uncompensated costs for Medi-Cal fee-for-service transports. Lastly, the Fire
Department recently completed an ambulance fee study and is proposing to increase the fees to better align
cost recovery levels in comparison with jurisdictions in the region. The additional revenue will amount to
approximately $2 million annually. Over the next 10 years, ambulance fees are anticipated to increase over the
forecast period by 2.5% annually on average.
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Transfer Taxes
Transfer taxes are those taxes paid to the county
upon the transfer of interests in real estate. The
tax is $1.10 per $1,000 of property value, split
equally between the county and the city. Carlsbad
expects to receive approximately $1.6 million in
transfer taxes for fiscal year 2023-24, which is a
3% increase from fiscal year 2022-23 adopted
budget and relatively consistent with current year
estimates. The residential real estate market
remains strong; however, this will likely be influenced by rising and sustained interest rates. Although housing
prices in Carlsbad have dropped in 2023, buyer-demand remains high and inventories remain low. Over the
forecasted period, transfer taxes are expected to annually increase on average by 3.3% in alignment with
housing industry projections.
Intergovernmental Revenues
These revenues represent funds received from
other governmental entities. In recent years, this
revenue category has experienced a great deal of
activity with the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
in which the city received $12.6 million over a
two-year span. Over the forecasted period,
intergovernmental revenues are anticipated to
remain flat.
Other Revenues
All other revenues include recreation fees, other
licenses and fees, fines and forfeitures, transfers
in, and other charges and fees. Over the
forecasted period, these revenues are anticipated
to increase conservatively by 0.5% annually, on
average.
General Fund Expenditures
Each year, the city updates the budget by considering historical, present, and future costs and trends. In recent
years, the city has added new rigor to the budget process including the following measures and strategies:
• Automatic consumer price index (CPI) increases were no longer added to base budgets. Instead,
budget requests are required to substantiate the specific increase each year.
• The process for carrying forward appropriations and encumbrances was formalized whereby requests
exceeding $100,000 require City Council approval.
• The process for requesting new staff was also enhanced whereby new requests must meet one of the
following criteria:
o Needed to comply with legal and regulatory requirements
o Address a critical public safety need
o Meet City Council priorities or goals
• In fiscal year 2022-23, departments were directed to identify budgetary savings which resulted in a
decrease in General Fund maintenance and operation expenditures of approximately 1.8% over the
previous year’s adopted budget.
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As shown in the chart below, General Fund expenditures are expected to increase from $216.8 million in fiscal
year 2023-24 to $298.5 million over the 10-year forecast period, representing an increase of $82 million or 38%.
Personnel Expenditures
Salaries
Full-time salaries are projected to grow at a rate of 4.2% per year, based on negotiated and step increases.
Part-time salaries are forecasted to grow at a rate of 2.0% as they generally grow slower than full-time salaries.
In fiscal year 2022-23 the city’s budget began accounting for vacancy savings. Vacancy savings represents the
amounts of savings achieved through attrition. The forecast assumes $2 million in vacancy savings on an annual
basis.
Health Benefits
In fiscal year 2023-24 health benefits account for about 8% of all personnel costs in the General Fund. The city
pays employees a fixed amount for health and dental insurance costs instead of covering a percentage of
premiums. Health benefit costs are forecasted to increase annually on average by approximately 4.8%.
$216,769 $223,273 $242,261
$264,132 $286,585
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10-Year General Fund Expenditure Forecast
Estimated Projected Projected Projected Projected Projected
Expenditure Category 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2027-28
Salaries 81,932$ 86,601$ 89,663$ 93,124$ 96,879$ 100,795$
Benefits 42,127 43,277 46,621 50,070 53,337 56,471
Maintenance and Operations 63,293 64,361 61,422 63,434 65,512 67,657
Capital Outlay - - 803 829 856 884
Council Contingency 500 500 500 500 500 500
Transfers 24,190 22,031 14,982 15,316 15,639 15,953
Total 212,042$ 216,769$ 213,990$ 223,273$ 232,723$ 242,261$
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Retirement
Rising retirement costs are driving the increase in employee benefits. Carlsbad provides retirement benefits for
its employees through CalPERS. Poor investment returns during the Great Recession significantly decreased the
plan’s assets. In addition, enhanced benefits and actuarial assumption changes due to increased life
expectancies increased the plan’s liabilities. As a result, the city’s pension costs have increased significantly and
are one of the city’s largest financial obligations.
In December 2016, the CalPERS Board of Administration lowered the discount rate from 7.5% to 7.0% with a
three-year phase-in beginning in fiscal year 2018-19 to improve the financial stability of the pension system.
This resulted in significant increases in retirement costs. In fiscal year 2021-22, the CalPERS Board lowered the
discount rate from 7.0% to 6.8% because the fiscal year 2020-21 investment gain of 21.3% triggered the
Funding Risk Mitigation Policy.
With CalPERS achieving an investment return of 21.3% in fiscal year 2020-21, the city’s required contributions
over the next 5 years are projected to decrease. However, in fiscal year 2021-22, CalPERS experienced an
investment loss of -6.1% which nearly negates the positive performance from the previous year. The city
expects its required contributions to increase significantly once the investment loss from fiscal year 2021-22 is
factored into the projections.
The city’s retirement rates are based on a blend of all three miscellaneous tiers (2.7% @ 55, 2% @ 60, and 2%
@ 62). Although employees pay a different rate depending on their respective tier, the city’s costs are the same
for all three tiers. The table below shows the current breakdown of city employees amongst the three
retirement tiers the majority of employees in the city are currently covered under Tier 3. Savings from the
lower-cost Tier 2 and Tier 3 plans are not expected to be substantial for several years.
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29
Projected Payroll 46,895,969$ 48,209,057$ 49,558,910$ 50,946,559$ 52,373,063$ 53,839,509$
Normal Cost (%)12.5%12.2%11.9%11.6%11.4%11.1%
Normal Cost ($)5,866,686$ 5,881,505$ 5,897,510$ 5,909,801$ 5,970,529$ 5,976,185$
UAL Payment 6,360,246$ 6,000,000$ 5,399,000$ 4,882,000$ 4,099,000$ 4,319,000$
Total Contribution 12,226,932$ 11,881,505$ 11,296,510$ 10,791,801$ 10,069,529$ 10,295,185$
Total Contribution (%)26.1%24.6%22.8%21.2%19.2%19.1%
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28 FY 2028-29
Projected Payroll 28,065,401$ 28,851,232$ 29,659,067$ 30,489,521$ 31,343,227$ 32,220,838$
Normal Cost (%)21.6%21.3%21.0%20.6%20.3%20.0%
Normal Cost ($)6,048,094$ 6,145,312$ 6,228,404$ 6,280,841$ 6,362,675$ 6,444,168$
UAL Payment 5,935,778$ 5,712,000$ 5,779,000$ 5,436,000$ 4,886,000$ 5,066,000$
Total Contribution 11,983,872$ 11,857,312$ 12,007,404$ 11,716,841$ 11,248,675$ 11,510,168$
Total Contribution (%)42.7%41.1%40.5%38.4%35.9%35.7%
Projected CalPERS Contributions (Safety)
Projected CalPERS Contributions (Miscellaneous)
Misc. Classic 205 24.7%17,670,051$
Misc. Tier 2 56 20.8%6,036,807$
Misc. PEPRA 267 17.0%19,460,570$
CalPERS Plan Breakdown by Tier (Miscellaneous)
Tier
Number of
Employees
Total Normal Cost
FY 2023-24
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A retiree’s highest monthly pension benefits are calculated by multiplying:
• Service credit: the number of years of CalPERS service.
• Benefit Factor: percentage of pay based on age.
• Compensation Basis: the highest monthly average salary for a defined period.
Other Benefits
The forecast assumes health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance increase by CPI.
Maintenance and Operations
General Fund departments budget for costs to support the ongoing maintenance and operations of the city.
These costs comprise materials and supplies, professional services, and one-time special projects. One-time
costs are budgeted for in year one of the forecasted period so naturally the increase over the forecasted period
remains relatively low. On average, maintenance and operations costs are expected to increase approximately
1% annually.
Capital Outlay
Capital outlay costs are typically not budgeted for in the city’s General Fund; however, from time to time,
departments may experience the need to purchase an item that is classified as a capital asset. Because the
annual capital outlay amounts are relatively minimal, they have not been included in the city’s General Fund
forecast.
Council Contingency
The city maintains a Council Contingency budget at a level of $500,000.
Transfers
The General Fund is responsible for transferring funds for the following purposes:
• Lighting and Landscaping District #1 (LLD #1) – the city established LLD #1 in 1986 and during its
formation, no annual inflator was applied. As a result, the assessment paid by property owners in the
district have become insufficient to cover the costs of lighting and landscaping. As a result, the General
Fund is responsible for making up the difference. The transfer amount is expected to increase 7% over
the next five years at an annual average rate of 1.5%.
• Future Capital Funding – the General Fund is responsible for a significant portion of the city’s capital
project funding. On an annual basis, the General Fund transfers an equivalent of 6% of estimated
General Fund revenues to the Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program, the Infrastructure
Replacement Fund, and the General Capital Construction Fund. The fiscal year 2023-24 preliminary
budget projected an initial surplus of approximately $8 million and prudently determined a significant
portion of this projected surplus be transferred to the General Capital Construction Fund in order to
fund future capital projects. This one-time transfer amounts to $7.4 million. These transfer amounts
increase throughout the forecast based on increases in forecasted General Fund revenues.
Fire Classic 41 33.6%5,461,887$
Fire Tier 2 17 29.8%1,922,198$
Fire PEPRA 29 25.3%2,840,337$
Police Classic 42 38.3%6,313,939$
Police Tier 2 16 35.0%1,928,406$
Police PEPRA 67 29.5%7,367,248$
CalPERS Plan Breakdown by Tier (Safety)
Tier
Number of
Employees
Total Normal Cost
FY 2023-24
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CalPERS
The city provides a defined benefit pension to its employees through CalPERS. Retirement benefits are
calculated using a formula based on an employee’s age, earnings, and years of service. The retirement benefits
are funded by:
• Investment earnings (60%)
• Employer contributions (29%)
• Employee contributions (11%)
Each year, CalPERS determines an employer’s contributions based on actual investment returns and actuarial
assumptions including:
• Expected investment returns (discount rates)
• Inflation rates
• Salaries
• Retirement ages
• Life expectancies
Contributions to fund the pension plan are comprised of two components:
• The normal cost (the cost of the benefits earned in a respective year).
• The amortization of the unfunded accrued liability (UAL).
CalPERS Discount Rate
Defined benefit plans are highly sensitive to the discount rate assumption. The discount rate is the expected
rate of return of the plan’s assets over the long term. The discount rate will depend on the plan’s size, asset
allocation, time horizon, and other considerations.
From the city’s perspective, the discount rate is important as it is used to determine the city’s annual
contributions to the plan, the plan’s unfunded liability, and the plan’s funded status. In other words, the
discount rate is used to determine whether a plan has enough assets to meet its future obligations. The
discount rate must be realistic to allow the city to foresee funding issues that may impact future operating
budgets and future generations of retirees and plan members. If the discount rate assumption is too high and
investments earn less than expected, a funding shortfall may result, requiring the city or CalPERS members to
make greater contributions than expected.
CalPERS Investment Earnings
Since investment earnings fund nearly 60% of retirement benefits, the city’s pension plan is sensitive to the
investment returns of CalPERS. Investment returns affect how much of the retirement benefits can be funded
by investment earnings rather than contributions. If investment returns are lower than the discount rate,
contributions must increase to make up the difference. As a result, pension plans need accurate return
assumptions to ensure fiscal sustainability.
Currently CalPERS assumes it will earn investment returns of 6.8% each year. As illustrated in the following
chart, over the last 20 years, CalPERS has earned investment returns below the discount rate assumption
approximately half of the time. Individual fiscal year investment returns have ranged between -24.0% and
+21.7%. Specifically, CalPERS earned negative investment returns in 2001 and 2002 due to the dot-com crash
and 2008 and 2009 due to the Great Recession.
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For fiscal year 2021-22, CalPERS reported an investment loss of -6.1%, 12.7 percentage points lower than the
6.8% discount rate. The average investment return is 7% for a 5-year period, 8% for a 10-year period, and 7.5%
for a 20-year period. As returns in a given year are volatile, it can be more instructive to look at returns over
longer time horizons.
CalPERS Update
Funding Risk Mitigation Policy
Under the Funding Risk Mitigation Policy, the 21.3% return in fiscal year 2020-21 triggered a reduction in the
discount rate from 7% to 6.8%. The Funding Risk Mitigation Policy, approved by the CalPERS Board in 2005,
lowers the discount rate in years of good investment returns to reduce risk in the portfolio. The Risk Mitigation
Policy will affect contributions starting in fiscal year 2023-24.
Asset Liability Management Process
In November 2021, CalPERS completed its quadrennial Asset Liability Management (ALM) process, which
reviewed investment strategies and actuarial assumptions. At the November 15-17, 2021, meetings, the
CalPERS Board approved a 6.8% discount rate, selected a new asset allocation for the fund’s investment
portfolio, and adopted new actuarial assumptions.
*Includes a 5% allocation to leverage.
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Annual Investment Return Discount Rate
1 Year -6.1%
5 Year 7.0%
10 Year 8.0%
20 Year 7.5%
Time Period Total Investment Return
Asset Class
Global Equity 50% 42%
Fixed Income 28% 30%
Real Assets 13% 15%
Private Equity 8% 13%
Private Debt 0%5%
Liquidity 1%0%
Total 100% 105%
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CalPERS Plan Status
As of the most recent actuarial valuation on June 30, 2021, the city’s miscellaneous pension plan had assets of
$404.5 million, liabilities of $456.8 million and a funded ratio of 88.6%. The city’s safety pension plan has assets
of $308.3 million, liabilities of $372.0 million and a funded ratio of 82.9%. The unfunded liability is the
difference between assets and liabilities, while the funded ratio is the ratio of assets to liabilities.
Impact of CalPERS Investments Returns
CalPERS assumes it will earn investment returns of 6.8% each year. If investment returns are higher than 6.8%,
the city’s contributions decrease. Conversely, if investment returns are lower than 6.8%, the city’s contributions
increase.
In fiscal year 2020-21, CalPERS earned 21.3% and as a result, the city’s required pension contributions will
decrease. In fiscal year 2021-22, CalPERS experienced an investment loss of -6.1% and as a result, the city’s
required pension contributions will increase effective in fiscal year 2024-25.
Impact of CalPERS Discount Rate Changes
Due to lower-than-historical interest rates and economic growth, market experts project lower returns for the
next several decades. The Pew Research Center forecasts a long-term investment return of 6.5% for typical
pension fund portfolios.
During its Asset Management Liability Process, CalPERS considered discount rates between 6.25% and 7%.
Ultimately, CalPERS approved a discount rate of 6.8%, a decrease from the previous discount rate of 7%.
The discount rate has a significant effect on the city’s CalPERS contributions. If the discount rate is reduced, the
city’s CalPERS contributions will increase.
City Strategies
In recent years, unfunded liabilities, or pension debt, have caused cities in California to cut back on public
services. Three cities have declared bankruptcy. Pension debt is the difference between how much money is
available to pay for the pensions city employees receive when they retire, and the money needed to pay for the
actual benefits. Pension debt is an estimate because it’s not possible to know exactly how well the pension
fund investments will perform nor how many employees will retire, at what age they will retire and how long
they will live.
June 30, 2020 June 30, 2021
Present Value of Projected Benefits 493,021,289$ 530,619,478$
Entry Age Normal Accrued Liability 430,502,885$ 456,814,169$
Market Value of Assets 330,903,112$ 404,515,911$
Unfunded Accrued Liability 99,599,773$ 52,298,258$
Funded Ratio 76.9%88.6%
June 30, 2020 June 30, 2021
Present Value of Projected Benefits 420,888,640$ 458,282,303$
Entry Age Normal Accrued Liability 343,243,950$ 372,017,358$
Market Value of Assets 251,416,320$ 308,342,667$
Unfunded Accrued Liability 91,827,630$ 63,674,691$
Funded Ratio 73.2%82.9%
CalPERS Safety Plan Status
CalPERS Miscellaneous Plan Status
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The City of Carlsbad has long recognized the financial uncertainty caused by the state’s pension system. That’s
why Carlsbad was one of the first cities in the region to enact pension reform, pre-dating state reforms in 2013.
This and other strategies have reduced the city’s pension debt considerably compared to most other cities in
the state.
In 2019, the City Council adopted a Pension Funding Policy (City Council Policy Statement No. 86). This policy
states that the city will strive to maintain an 80% funded status. Said another way, the goal of this policy is to
keep Carlsbad’s pension debt at no more than 20%.
Since fiscal year 2016-17, the city has contributed $56.4 million to CalPERS to reduce the city’s unfunded
liability and thereby achieve interest savings. These contributions were in addition to the annual required
contributions set by CalPERS.
Even though CalPERS is continuing to take prudent measures to manage the pension liability for its participants,
the annual costs paid by participating members will continue to increase. And, while CalPERS has outperformed
its assumed rate of return on investments over the last 10-years, future economic uncertainty is likely to have a
profound impact on its investment performance, which will impact the city’s annual required contributions.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-161
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FINAL OPERATING BUDGET, STRATEGIC
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INVESTMENT PROGRAM AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 FOR THE CITY OF
CARLSBAD AND ESTABLISHING CONTROLS ON CHANGES IN
APPROPRIATIONS FOR BUDGET FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, has reviewed the proposed final
Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement
Program for fiscal year (FY) 2023-24 and has held such public hearings as are necessary prior to
adoption of the final budgets.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That certain documents now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Carlsbad,
entitled "Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Operating Budget, Strategic Digital
Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement Program" presented at
the Joint Special Meeting on May 23, 2023 as Exhibit 1 to Item No. 9, as amended, if
necessary, in accordance with Attachments A-A3, 8-82, C and D to this Exhibit 4 are
adopted as the final Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment
Program and Capital Improvement Program for the City of Carlsbad for FY 2023-24 along
with the program options and adjustments, if any, determined by the City Council as set
forth in the minutes of this Joint Special Meeting on June 13, 2023.
3.That the amounts reflected as estimated revenues for FY 2023-24 as shown in
Attachments A-A2 and B are adopted as the budgeted revenues for FY 2023-24.
4.That the amounts as designated as the FY 2023-24 Budget request in Attachments A-A3,
8-82 and D are appropriated to the department or fund for which they are designated,
and such appropriation shall not be increased except as provided in this resolution.
5.That the items and amounts as shown in Attachment E are adopted as major capital
outlay items for FY 2023-24.
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6.That total appropriations for each fund may only be increased or decreased by the City
Council by passage of a resolution amending the budget except as provided in this
resolution.
7.That the following controls are placed on the use and transfer of budget funds:
A.No expenditure of funds shall be authorized unless sufficient funds have been
appropriated by the City Council or City Manager as described below.
i.The City Manager may authorize all transfers of funds from account to account
within any department.
ii.The City Manager may authorize transfers of funds between departments within
the same fund in an amount up to $100,000 per transfer.
iii.The City Manager may authorize transfers of funds from the Housing Trust Fund
to the Section 8 Housing Fund program administration to support the program's
fund balance and aid in the expansion of the program if costs exceed budget
related to administration, payroll, vouchers, and related costs.
iv.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments involving offsetting
revenues and expenditures; the City Manager may authorize increases in an
appropriation for a specific purpose where the appropriation is offset by
unbudgeted revenue designated for the specific purpose.
v.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments to increase the
appropriation for the Workers' Compensation and Risk Management Funds'
operating budgets in an amount equal to the increases in costs of claims
expenses or estimated losses and liabilities.
vi.The City Manager may authorize increases of 15% or less to purchasing authority
for capital outlay items requiring the City Council to act as the awarding authority
approved in the budget process.
vii.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments to increase the
appropriation for earned leave accrual expenses and liabilities.
viii.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments to increase the
appropriation for unforeseen legal expenses and liabilities.
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ix.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments to increase the
appropriation for Mutual Aid expenses in an amount equal to the increases in
amounts to be reimbursed by other agencies.
x.The City Council must authorize all transfers of funds from the City Council's
Contingency Account.
xi.The City Manager may delegate any of the authority given to the City Manager
under this resolution.
B.The City Council must authorize any increase in the number of authorized
permanent personnel positions above the level identified in Attachment C.
C.The City Manager may authorize the hiring of temporary or part-time staff as
necessary within the limits imposed by the controls listed above.
8.That the legal level of budgetary control is the fund level. Budgets may not legally be
exceeded at the fund level without appropriate authorization by the City Council.
9.That interest earned on grants may be appropriated during the year for the purpose for
which the grant was received.
10.That all appropriations in the Capital Improvement Program remaining unexpended at
June 30, 2023, are appropriated to FY 2023-24 in their respective project budgets.
11.That all appropriations in the Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
remaining unexpended at June 30, 2023, are appropriated to FY 2023-24 in their
respective project budgets.
12.That.all appropriations in the Operating Budget remaining unexpended at June 30, 2023
related to developer deposits received for developer-funded studies not yet completed
or grant awards received or expected for projects that are continuing into the next fiscal
year are appropriated to FY 2023-24.
13.That all appropriations for outstanding encumbrances as of June 30, 2023, are continued
into FY 2023-24 for such contracts or obligations.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
LsHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk t• -(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 1710
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CARLSBAD
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE WATER DISTRICT'S FINAL OPERATING BUDGET, STRATEGIC
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INVESTMENT PROGRAM AND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND ESTABLISHING
CONTROLS ON CHANGES IN APPROPRIATIONS FOR BUDGET FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District of the City of
Carlsbad, California, has reviewed the proposed final Operating Budget, Strategic Digital
Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24
and has held such public hearings as are necessary prior to the adoption of the final budgets.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water
District of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That certain documents now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Carlsbad,
entitled "Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Operating Budget, Strategic Digital
Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement Program" presented at
the Joint Special Meeting on May 23, 2023 as Exhibit 1 to Item No. 9, as amended, if
necessary, in accordance with Attachments A and B to this Exhibit 5 are adopted as the
final Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program and
Capital Improvement Program for the Carlsbad Municipal Water District for FY 2023-24
along with the program options and adjustments, if any, determined by the Board of
Directors as set forth in the minutes of this Joint Special Meeting on June 13, 2023.
3.That the amounts reflected as estimated revenues for FY 2023-24 as shown in
Attachment A are adopted as the budgeted revenues for FY 2023-24.
4.That the amounts designated as FY 2023-24 Budgets in Attachments A, B and the City of
Carlsbad's estimated share of the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget of Encina
Wastewater Authority attributable to the Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility as presented
in Attachment C to this Exhibit 5 are appropriated to the fund for which they are
designated, and such appropriation shall not be increased except as provided in this
resolution.
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5.That total appropriations may only be increased or decreased by the Board of Directors
by passage of a resolution amending the budget except as provided in this resolution.
6.That the following controls are placed on the use and transfer of budget funds:
A.No expenditure of funds shall be authorized unless sufficient funds have been
appropriated by the Board of Directors or Executive Manager as described below.
i.The Executive Manager may authorize all transfers of funds from account to
account within the same fund.
ii.The Executive Manager may authorize budget adjustments involving offsetting
revenues and expenditures; the Executive Manager may authorize increases in
an appropriation for a specific purpose where the appropriation is offset by
unbudgeted revenue designated for the specific purpose.
iii.The Executive Manager may authorize increases in purchased water
appropriations in an amount equal to the same percent that water sales exceed
the amount of the original revenue estimate.
iv.The Executive Manager may authorize budget adjustments to increase the
appropriation for unforeseen legal expenses and liabilities.
v.The Executive Manager may delegate the authority given to the Executive
Manager under this resolution.
B.The Board of Directors must authorize any increase in the number of authorized
permanent personnel positions chargeable to the water and recycled water
enterprise funds above the level identified in the final Budget. The Executive
Manager may authorize the hiring of temporary or part time staff chargeable to the
water and recycle water enterprise funds as necessary within the limits imposed by
the controls listed above.
7.That all appropriations for outstanding encumbrances as of June 30, 2023 are continued
into FY 2023-24 for such contracts and obligations.
8.That interest earned on grants may be appropriated during the year for the purpose for
which the grant was received.
9.That all appropriations for Capital Improvement Projects remaining unexpended at
June 30, 2023, are appropriated to FY 2023-24 in their respective project budgets.
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10.That all appropriations in the Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program
remaining unexpended at June 30, 2023, are appropriated to FY 2023-24 in their
respective project budgets.
11.That all appropriations in the Operating Budget remaining unexpended at June 30, 2023
related to grant awards received or expected for projects that are continuing into the
next fiscal year are appropriated to FY 2023-24.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, President
� f SHERRY FREISINGER, Secretary
{SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 562
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FINAL OPERATING BUDGET
OF THE CARLSBAD HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND
ESTABLISHING CONTROLS ON CHANGES IN APPROPRIATIONS FOR BUDGET
FUNDS
WHEREAS, the Community Development Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California
(Commission), has reviewed the Operating Budget for the Carlsbad Housing Authority for fiscal year
(FY) 2023-24 and has held such public hearings as are necessary prior to the adoption of the final
budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Community Development Commission of the City of
Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That certain documents now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Carlsbad,
entitled "Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Operating Budget, Strategic Digital
Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement Program," presented at
the Joint Special Meeting on May 23, 2023 as Exhibit 1 to Item No. 9, as amended, if
necessary, in accordance with Attachments A of this Exhibit 6 are adopted as the final
Operating Budget for the Carlsbad Housing Authority for FY 2023-24, along with the
program options and adjustments, if any, determined by the Commission as set forth in
the minutes of this Joint Special Meeting on June 13, 2023.
3.That all funding for planning and administrative expenses have been determined to be
necessary and appropriate for implementation of the Carlsbad Housing Authority's
activities in FY 2023-24.
4.That the amounts reflected as estimated revenues for FY 2023-24 as shown in
Attachment A are adopted as the budgeted revenues for FY 2023-24.
5.That the amount designated as FY 2023-24 Budget request in Attachment A to this
Exhibit 6 is appropriated to the fund for which it is designated, and such appropriation
shall not be increased except as provided in this resolution.
6.That the following controls are placed on the use and transfer of budget funds:
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A.No expenditure of funds shall be authorized unless sufficient funds have been
appropriated by the Commission or Executive Director as described below.
i.The Executive Director may authorize all transfers of funds from account to
account within the same fund.
ii.The Executive Director may delegate any of the authority given to the Executive
Manager under this resolution.
iii.The Executive Director may authorize budget adjustments involving offsetting
revenues and expenditures; the Executive Director may authorize increases in an
appropriation for a specific purpose where the appropriation is offset by
unbudgeted revenue designated for the specific purpose.
B.The Commission must authorize any increase in the number of authorized
permanent personnel positions chargeable to the Carlsbad Housing Authority above
the level identified in the final budget. The Executive Director may authorize the
hiring of temporary or part time staff chargeable to the Carlsbad Housing Authority
as necessary within the limits imposed by the controls listed above.
7.That all appropriations for any state or federal grant funds in the Operating Budget
remaining unexpended at June 30, 2023, are appropriated to FY 2023-24.
8.That all outstanding encumbrances as of June 30, 2023, are continued into FY 2023-24
for such contracts and obligations.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the Community Development
Commission, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal
Water District, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, and the City Council
as Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-162
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE CARLSBAD
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, ADOPTING THE FINAL OPERATING BUDGET OF
THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND THE ENFORCEABLE DEBT OBLIGATIONS OF
THE CITY OF CARLSBAD'S REDEVELOPMENT OBLIGATION RETIREMENT
FUND FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 AND ESTABLISHING CONTROLS ON
CHANGES IN APPROPRIATIONS FOR BUDGET FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has been designated as the
Successor Agency for the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency (Successor Agency) and, as such, is
responsible for the administrative responsibilities required to complete the work of the former
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency and repay all enforceable debt obligations; and
WHEREAS, the Successor Agency and the appointed Oversight Board have reviewed the
proposed Operating Budget for the Successor Agency and previously approved the enforceable debt
obligations to be repaid from the Redevelopment Obligation Retirement Fund for fiscal year (FY) 2023-
24; and
WHEREAS, the Successor Agency finds that the proposed Operating Budget for the Agency and
the Oversight Board approved enforceable debt obligations of the Redevelopment Obligation
Retirement Fund are consistent with the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule prepared by the
Successor Agency and approved by the Oversight Board; and
WHEREAS, public hearings have been held as necessary prior to the adoption of the final
operating budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, acting as
Successor Agency for the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency, as follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That certain documents now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Carlsbad,
entitled "Fiscal Year 2023-24 Preliminary Operating Budget," presented at the Joint
Special Meeting on May 23, 2023 as Exhibit 1 to Item No. 9, as amended, if necessary,
in accordance with Attachment A to this Exhibit 8 are adopted as the final Operating
Budget for the Successor Agency and the enforceable debt obligations of the City of
Carlsbad's Redevelopment Obligation Retirement Fund for FY 2023-24, along with the
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program options and adjustments, if any, determined by the Successor Agency as set
forth in the minutes of this Joint Special Meeting of June 13, 2023.
3.That the amounts reflected as estimated revenues for FY 2023-24 as shown in
Attachment A are adopted as the budgeted revenues for FY 2023-24.
4.That the amount designated as FY 2023-24 Budget request in Attachment A to this
Exhibit 8 is appropriated to the fund for which it is designated, and such appropriation
shall not be increased except as provided in this resolution.
5.That the following controls are placed on the use and transfer of budget funds:
A.No expenditure of funds shall be authorized unless sufficient funds have been
appropriated by the Successor Agency or City Manager, as described below.
i.The City Manager may authorize all transfers of funds from account to
account within the same fund.
ii.The City Manager may delegate any authority given to the City Manager
under this resolution.
iii.The City Manager may authorize budget adjustments involving offsetting
revenues and expenditures; the City Manager may authorize increases in an
appropriation for a specific purpose where the appropriation is offset by
unbudgeted revenue designated for the specific purpose and is approved in
advance by the Oversight Board.
6.That all outstanding encumbrances as of June 30, 2023, are continued into FY 2023-24
for such contracts and obligations, as approved by the Oversight Board.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council as Successor
Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, the Board of
Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Public
Financing Authority and the Community Development Commission held on the 13th day of June, 2023,
by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-163
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 APPROPRIATION
LIMIT AS REQUIRED BY ARTICLE XIIIB OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE
CONSTITUTION AND STATE LAW
WHEREAS, Article XIIIB of the California State Constitution requires that governments annually
establish a limit on the appropriation of proceeds of taxes commonly known as the "Gann Limit"; and
WHEREAS, state law requires that this limit be presented to the governing body of each entity
each fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the Gann Limit is based on a combination of a population factor and an inflation
factor as outlined in Attachment A; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires at this time and deems it to be in the best public interest to
adopt the annual Gann Limit for fiscal year (FY) 2023-24 as listed in Attachment A.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, establishes and adopts the FY
2023-24 appropriation limit of $607,584,374 as computed in Attachment A.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
_L ✓SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerkf-(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-164
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHANGES TO THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has the authority to establish fees
for city services; and
WHEREAS, from time-to-time the fees are reviewed and evaluated to maintain an adequate fee
structure recovering costs for city services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined the cost of providing general and development
related services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes it is necessary for the City Manager to have the authority
to adjust the parks and recreation and library and arts program and classes fees from time to time to
remain competitive and within the market pricing for like programs and classes; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to recover the costs for city services; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has held the necessary public hearing and allowed for public
comment on the establishment of the fees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the changes to the Master Fee Schedule as shown in Attachment A are adopted.
3.The City Council authorizes the City Manager or a designee to set parks and recreation
and library and cultural arts program, rental, and class fees that are included in the
Community Services Guide. The fees shall not exceed the fully burdened, including
direct and indirect, costs of providing the program, rental, and class but shall be no less
(except in the case of introductory, discount or promotional pricing) than the lowest fee
charged for like kind programs or classes in similarly benchmarked Southern California
cities.
4.The City Council authorizes the City Manager or a designee to change vehicle and traffic
violation fees at the time, and by the same amount, as the state changes its portion of
the fine. Any changes to these fees will be made to the current Master Fee Schedule.
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5.This resolution shall become effective on Sept. 1, 2023; not sooner than 60 days after
adoption in accordance with California Government Code Section 66017 for
development-related service fees and development impact fees.
6.Per the contract with Republic Services, changes to the recycling and trash fees as shown
in Attachment A shall become effective on July 1, 2023.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
V KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
� L-SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk r• -(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 1711
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CARLSBAD
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING CHANGES TO THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District of the City of
Carlsbad, California, has the authority to establish fees for district services; and
WHEREAS, from time-to-time the fees are reviewed and evaluated to maintain an adequate fee
structure recovering costs for district services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has determined the cost of providing water services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors finds it necessary to recover the costs for water services; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has held the necessary public hearing and allowed for public
comment on the establishment of the fees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water
District of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows:
l.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the changes to the Master Fee Schedule as shown in Attachment A are adopted.
3.This resolution shall become effective on Sept. 1, 2023; not sooner than 60 days after
adoption in accordance with California Government Code Section 66017 for water fees.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, President
SHERRY FREISINGER, Secretary
(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 563
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHANGES TO THE MASTER FEE
SCHEDULE
WHEREAS, the Community Development Commission of the City of Carlsbad, California
(Commission) has the authority to establish fees for housing services; and
WHEREAS, from time-to-time the fees are reviewed and evaluated to maintain an adequate fee
structure recovering costs for housing services; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Commission has determined the cost of providing
housing services; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Commission finds it necessary to recover the costs for
housing services; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Commission has held the necessary public hearing and
allowed for public comment on the establishment of the fees.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Community Development Commission of the City of
Carlsbad, California, as follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the changes to the Master Fee Schedule as shown in Attachment A are adopted.
3.This resolution shall become effective on Sept. 1, 2023; not sooner than 60 days after
adoption in accordance with California Government Code Section 66017 for housing
fees.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the Community Development
Commission, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal
Water District, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, and the City Council
as Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
SCO CHADWICK,Secretary (SEAL) J-55
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-165
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY OF CARLSBAD'S SHARE OF THE FISCAL
YEAR 2023-24 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS OF THE ENCINA
WASTEWATER AUTHORITY
WHEREAS, the City of Carlsbad is a Member Agency to the Encina Joint Powers Agreement (the
Encina Agreement) entered into on July 13, 1961, for the acquisition, construction, ownership,
operation and maintenance of the Encina Joint Sewer System; and
WHEREAS, the Encina Agreement requires approval for the budget of the Encina Wastewater
Authority, or EWA, by the Member Agencies following the recommendation of the Joint Advisory
Committee, or JAC; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad desires to approve the EWA's budget and
provide for the payment of the city's share of the EWA's expenses in accordance with the allocation
provided in the Encina Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Wastewater Fund is projected to have sufficient funds for the payments as they
become due.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the City of Carlsbad's estimated share of the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget of the
EWA as approved by the JAC on April 26, 2023, in the amount of $5,414,426 for
Wastewater Plant Operations and $1,829,848 for the Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility
Operations, as described in Attachment A, is approved.
3.That the City of Carlsbad's estimated share of the FY 2023-24 Capital Budget of the EWA
as approved by the JAC on April 26, 2023 in the amount of $5,924,064 for Wastewater
Plant Capital and $465,000 for Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility Capital, as described in
Attachment A, is approved.
4.That the City Manager, or a designee, is authorized to approve appropriations to the
EWA estimated budgets listed above based on the City of Carlsbad's actual share of the
EWA budget.
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5.That all outstanding operating encumbrances as of June 30, 2023 are continued into FY
2023-24 for such contracts and obligations.
6.That all Capital Improvement Program budget appropriations and outstanding
encumbrances as of June 30, 2023 are continued into FY 2023-24 for such contracts and
obligations.
7.That the City Manager, or a designee, is authorized to make payments on behalf of the
City of Carlsbad to the EWA in accordance with the budget as approved by the JAC
pursuant to the Encina Agreement.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
� LJ SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk l'' -(SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-166
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THAT THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM IS CONSISTENT WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
AND APPLICABLE CLIMATE ACTION PLAN MEASURES AND ACTIONS
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has reviewed the Capital
Improvement Program for FY 2023-24 and has held such public hearings as are necessary prior to
adoption of the Capital Improvement Program; and
WHEREAS, on June 13, 2023, the City Council reviewed for consistency with the General Plan
goals and policies all Capital projects receiving an allocation of funds for FY 2023-24 pursuant to
Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 2.24.040{8); and
WHEREAS, the City Council also reviewed the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program
projects for consistency with applicable Climate Action Plan measures and actions; and
WHEREAS, upon hearing and considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons
desiring to be heard, the City Council considered all factors relating to the City Council determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That based on the evidence presented at the hearing, the City Council
determines that the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-24 is consistent with the General Plan
based on the following findings:
a)The projects are consistent with the goals and policies of the city's
General Plan in that the projects are required to ensure the provision of adequate public facilities and
services concurrent with or prior to need.
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b)The projects are consistent with applicable goals and policies of the Land
Use and Community Design and Mobility Elements, as described in Attachment A.
c)Specific projects are consistent with, and support Climate Action Plan
greenhouse gas reduction measures and actions, if applicable, as described in Attachment A.
d)As required by the General Plan, the proposed improvements are
consistent with the city's Growth Management Plan in that the projects ensure that the necessary
improvements are provided for facilities maintenance, park development, sewer projects, and
circulation systems, in accordance with the performance standards contained in the city's Growth
Management regulations.
3.This action is final as of the date this resolution is adopted by the City Council.
The Provisions of Chapter 1.16 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, "Time Limits for Judicial Review" shall
apply:
"NOTICE"
The time within which judicial review of this decision must be sought is governed by Code of Civil
Procedure, Section 1094.6, which has been made applicable in the City of Carlsbad by Carlsbad
Municipal Code Chapter 1.16. Any petition or other action seeking review must be filed in the
appropriate court not later than the ninetieth day following the date on which this decision becomes
final; however, if within ten days after the decision becomes final a request for the record is filed with
a deposit in an amount sufficient to cover the estimated cost or preparation of such record, the time
within which such petition may be filed in court is extended to not later than the thirtieth day following
the date on which the record is either personally delivered or mailed to the party, or his attorney of
record, if he has one. A written request for the preparation of the record of the proceedings shall be
filed with the City Clerk, City of Carlsbad, 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
�
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
� .J..v.SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk T � (SEAL)
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-167
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS AND AUTHORIZING THE
ALLOCATION OF ROAD MAINTENANCE AND REHABILITATION ACCOUNT
FUNDS TO THE PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT AND CONCRETE REPLACEMENT
PROGRAMS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
WHEREAS, the state Legislature enacted Senate Bill 1 {SB 1}, referred to as the Road Repair
and Accountability Act of 2017, in April 2017 to address the significant multi-modal transportation
funding shortfalls statewide; and
WHEREAS, SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions that will ensure the city
residents are aware of projects proposed for funding as well as those projects that have been
completed each fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the city must adopt by resolution a list of projects proposed to receive fiscal year
funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account created by SB 1, which must include
a description and the location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project's
completion and the estimated useful life of the improvement; and
WHEREAS, staff estimate the city will receive approximately $2,857,000 in Road Maintenance
and Rehabilitation Account funding during FY 2023-24; and
WHEREAS, a fund balance of $251,000 exists, which when added with the FY 2023-24
estimated revenue projection of $2,857,000 results in total Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation
Account funding of $3,108,000, which includes $38,000 of unallocated funding; and
WHEREAS, this will be the seventh year in which the city will receive Road Maintenance and
Rehabilitation Account funding, which will enable the city to continue essential road maintenance
and rehabilitation projects thereby increasing access and mobility options for the traveling public; and
WHEREAS, the city has undergone a process to solicit public input into the community's
transportation priorities as part of the Capital Improvement Program approval process; and
WHEREAS, the city utilizes a pavement management system to ensure that Road Maintenance
and Rehabilitation Account revenues are being used in a prioritized and cost-effective manner; and
WHEREAS, the funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account will help the
city maintain and rehabilitate its network of roads and provide concrete improvements and similar
projects in the future; and
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WHEREAS, the 2018 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment found
that the city's streets and roads are in a good condition and this revenue will help the city increase
the overall quality of its road system; and
WHEREAS, the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account project list and overall
investment in our local streets and roads infrastructure with a focus on basic maintenance and safety
will have a significant benefit to the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the Pavement Management Program, CIP Project No. 6001, as further described
here, will be funded in part with FY 2023-24 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation
Account revenues:
a.Project Title: Pavement Overlay and Slurry Projects
b.Descrip�ion: resurface and rehabilitate a selection of publicly maintained streets on
an annual basis
c.Location: various streets throughout the city based on pavement condition,
including:
i.Carlsbad Village Drive -between Interstate 5 and College Boulevard
ii.Tamarack Avenue -between Carlsbad Boulevard and Carlsbad Village Drive
iii.Cannon Road -between Avenida Encinas and Faraday Avenue
iv.Poinsettia Lane -between Carlsbad Boulevard and Melrose Drive
v.La Costa Avenue -between Interstate 5 and Fairway Lane
vi.Olivenhain Road -between Encinitas city limits and Rancho Santa Fe Road
d.Estimated Project Schedule: July 2023 -June 2024
e.Estimated Useful Life: slurry seal has a useful life of approximately five years, and
asphalt concrete overlay has a useful life of approximately 20 years
3.That the Concrete Replacement Program, CIP Project No. 6013, as further described
here, will be funded in part with FY 2023-24 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation
Account revenues:
a.Project Title: Concrete Replacement Program
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b.Description: repair and replace broken and uplifted concrete in the public right of
way
c.Location: various locations throughout the city based on concrete condition,
including:
i.Carlsbad Village Drive -between Interstate 5 and College Boulevard
ii.Tamarack Avenue -between Carlsbad Boulevard and Carlsbad Village
Drive
iii.Cannon Road -between Avenida Encinas and Faraday Avenue
iv.Poinsettia Lane -between Carlsbad Boulevard and Melrose Drive
v.La Costa Avenue -between Interstate 5 and Fairway Lane
vi.Olivenhain Road -between Encinitas city limits and Rancho Santa Fe Road
d.Estimated Project Schedule: July 2023 -June 2024
e.Estimated Useful Life: concrete improvements typically have a useful life of
approximately 50 years
4.That funding to allocate Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funding in the
amount of $2,450,000 to the Pavement Management Program, CIP Project No. 6001,
and $620,000 to the Concrete Replacement Program, CIP Project No. 6013, was
incorporated into the in the FY 2023-24 CIP budget.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Joint Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad, the Board of Directors of the Carlsbad Municipal Water District, the Board of Directors of the
Carlsbad Public Financing Authority, the Community Development Commission, and the City Council as
Successor Agency to the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency held on the 13th day of June, 2023, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Luna.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
{SEAL)
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