The City of Carlsbad operates on a July to June fiscal year. The city budget has three main sections, the Operating Budget, which covers the day to day work of the city, like providing police and fire services, libraries, parks and recreation, and other core services; the plan for investing in digital infrastructure; and the Capital Improvement Program, which covers major construction projects. 

Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget

The Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget was adopted by the City Council at its June 18, 2024, meeting. It covers the time period of July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.

Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget, Strategic Digital Transformation Investment Program and Capital Improvement Program

Public input

The public is encouraged to share their priorities with the City Council throughout the year. This can be done in writing or by speaking during the public comment portion of the City Council agenda. The annual budget is reviewed and approved during a series of meetings each spring. You can sign up to be notified of City Council meetings and get agendas and staff reports via email.