A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to everyone who participated in and helped make the 2024 Carlsbad Energy Summit a success. This event was a fantastic opportunity to engage with experts, industry leaders, and community members on the future of energy in our region. We celebrated the 100-year anniversary of oil and gas in New Mexico, and it was inspiring to hear about the innovationsandprogressbeingmadeacrosstheenergysector.
A highlight of the event was the presentation of the Spirit of the Workforce Awards. This year, we honored Brette Perez from Chevron, James Aguilar from Targa Resources, Claudia Daubney from Phillips 66, and Brandon Herring from Occidental Petroleum. Each of these outstanding individuals has demonstrated remarkable dedication to safety, leadership, and community service, making significant contributions to both their companies and the broader Carlsbad community.Congratulationsagaintoallofthewinners!
Another exciting part of the summit was our annual Energy Summit Golf Tournament. Congratulations to this year’s winner, Assistant Fire Chief John Majerus’s team, sponsored by Devon Energy. They generously donated their winnings to United Way, the charity of their choice. Through this generous donation, United Way will be able to assist other local non-profits in our community.Actslikethisshowcasethestrongsenseofcommunitywehaveherein Carlsbad,wheresuccessissharedforthebenefitofthoseinneed.
Aswelookforwardtothecomingmonths,Novembermarkstheofficialstartofthe holiday season, and I want to wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving! This time of year, reminds us all to reflect on the blessings we share as a community, and I’m truly grateful for the kindness and support that defines Carlsbad.
Ialsowanttohighlightsomeofthefestiveeventswehaveplannedtokickoffthe season. On November 30th, we will light the tree at Halagueno Arts Park and unveil a brand-new tree for this year’s celebration. This will be a wonderful community event, and we encourage you all to join us for this special moment. Mainstreet Carlsbad will also kick off their annual Electric Light Parade, with this year’s theme being Candy Land. We’re excited to see how creative our local businesses and groups get with their floats! In addition, the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce will be lighting their tree on the island to mark the beginning of ChristmasonthePecos,oneofourmostbelovedholidaytraditions.
Regarding community updates, we’ve recently secured funding to help maintain the infrastructure of the Double Eagle Wellfield, which supplies water to both Carlsbad and WIPP. This project will improve the long-term reliability of our water system,whichisavitalresourceforourgrowingcommunity.
As the holiday season approaches, I want to sincerely thank each of you for continuing to make Carlsbad a wonderful place to live. I look forward to celebratingtheseasonwithyouatourupcomingevents.
Sincerely,
CarlsbadMayorRickLopez
All Month Long:
NOVEMBER EVENTS & DATES
CarlsbadMuseumpresents“Cultural Currency,”ContemporaryArtfromthe RiemerCollection
Fri. November 1st:
CarlsbadPublicLibraryToddlerTime
DiadelosMuertos,PearlofthePecos
Pop-UpEvent
SENMCCommunityEducation:
IntrotoItalian
Sat. November 2nd:
CarlsbadPublicLibraryASLSigning Time
BalzanoFamilyPumpkinPatch
Sun. November 3rd:
BalzanoFamilyPumpkinPatch
Mon. November 4th:
SENMCCommunityEducation: SpookyBakingClass Yoga
IntrotoItalian
www.cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Tue. November 5th:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
Carlsbad Public Library Stitcher’s
Anonymous
SENMC Math Movement & STEM
SENMC Community Education: Wreath Making Class Zumba Class
Ladies Night Out Paint Class - Ghost
Carlsbad Public Library Baby Time
Wed. November 6th:
Carlsbad Public Library Preschool Time
Carlsbad Public Library LEGO Time
Dia De Los Muertos
SENMC Community Education: Office & Computer Skills Class
Beginning Crochet
Thurs. November 7th:
Carlsbad Public Library Baby Time
SENMC Community Education:
Introduction to Weaving
Desert Willow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Annual Benefit Dinner
Fri. November 8th:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
Zuni Olla Maidens at CIS PR. Leyva Auditorium
Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center: Seniors’ Trip to Ruidoso, NM
Sat. November 9th:
Carlsbad Public Dungeons and Dragons
Keys 4 Kids 2024
Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center: Craft & Bake Sale
Mon. November 11th:
City of Carlsbad Closed
Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
Tue. November 12th:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
Math Movement & STEM at SENMC
SENMC Community Education: Zumba Class
Wed. November 13th:
Carlsbad Public Library Preschool Storytime
Carlsbad Public Library LEGO Time
SENMC Community Education:
Seasonal Crafts Class
Wed. November 13th Continued:
SENMC Community Education: Office & Computer Skills Class
Open House & Ribbon Cutting for Carlsbad
Family Health Center
Thurs. November 14th:
Carlsbad Public Library Baby Time
Carlsbad Public Library STEM Club
SENMC Community Education: Introduction to Weaving Intro to Italian
Fri. November 15th:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
SENMC Community Education: Intro to Italian
North Mesa Senior Center: Craft Fair
Sat. November 16th:
Carlsbad Public Library STEM Event
Autumn Trade Days
Community Concerts: The Hall Sisters
North Mesa Senior Center: Craft Fair
Sun. November 17th:
Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center: Veterans’ Day Celebration
Mon. November 18th:
SENMC Community Education:
Holistic Stress Relief Workshop
Home Organization Workshop
Tue. November 19th:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
Stitcher’s Anonymous
Financial Wellness Workshop
Math Movement & STEM
SENMC Community Education: Zumba Class
North Mesa Senior Center: Multi-Family
Garage Sale
Wed. November 20th:
Carlsbad Public Library Preschool Storytime
Carlsbad Public Library Lego Time
SENMC Community Education:
Office & Computer Skills Class
Brews & Books at Milton’s Brewing
Thurs. November 21st:
Carlsbad Public Library Baby Time
SENMC Community Education:
Introduction to Weaving
Fri. November 22nd:
Carlsbad Public Library Toddler Time
Sat. November 23rd:
Carlsbad Public Library Dungeons and Dragons
Thurs. November 28th: Thanksgiving Day City of Carlsbad Closed
Carlsbad Public Library Closed
Carlsbad Museum Closed
Fri. November 29th:
City of Carlsbad Closed
Carlsbad Public Library Closed
Carlsbad Museum Closed
Sat. November 30th:
Night of Lights at the Halagueno Arts Park
Candy Land Electric Light Parade
Christmas on the Pecos Kick-off
For more information regarding any of these events or others please visit the official City Events Calander.
CITY COUNCIL
Rick Lopez, Mayor mayor.office@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Ward 1
Edward Rodriguez | etrodriguez@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Lisa Anaya-Flores | laflores@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Ward 2
JJ Chavez | jochavez@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Jeff Forrest | jjforrest@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Ward 3
Karla Hamel Niemeier | kjniemeier@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Mary Garwood | msgarwood@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Ward 4
Anthony Foreman | arforeman@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Mark Walterscheid | mewalterscheid@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
CITY ADMINISTRATION
Wendy Austin, City Administrator wdaustin@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
Ken Ahrens, Deputy City Administrator ksahrens@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
KC Cass, Chief Operating Officer kccass@cityofcarlsbadnm.com
www.cityofcarlsbadnm.com
