Testimonials
Sgt. Blackburn possesses strong leadership qualities and we are confident in his abilities to lead in stressful situations. Sgt. Blackburn epitomizes professionalism and truly embodies our Mission and Values. We most admire and respect Sgt. Blackburn's uncanny ability to turn problems into a positive learning experience.
-All nineteen of the police officers and dispatchers who Keith supervises at the Carlsbad Police Department.
I know that Keith is the best choice to fill my seat on the Carlsbad City Council. He has a long proven record of caring for our City and our residents, and I know he is the best candidate to lead Carlsbad into the future.
-Noreen Sigafoose, retired Carlsbad City Council member and business owner
We truly believe that Keith is the best choice to lead our city into the future. His qualifications include business experience, volunteerism, education, leadership ability, and character.
-Greg and Barbi Nelson
Business owner
Board Member, Carlsbad Boys and Girls Clubs
Keith is a man of integrity and heart who knows our city like no other. Keith is decisive, a visionary, and an innovator who will devote the time necessary to serve our community's best interest.
-Knox Williams,
Business owner
Chair of the Carlsbad Charitable Foundation
Past Chair, Mottino Family YMCA
Member, Mira Costa College Foundation
Past President, Rotary Club
Church Elder
I have been the Blackburn family pastor for over thirty years. Keith follows a family tradition of generously giving back to the community. Keith is an effective community leader who has my enthusiastic endorsement for Carlsbad City Council.
-Pastor Mark Rasbach, Hope Lutheran Church
As a professional law enforcement officer, Keith Blackburn understands the value of public safety for the residents of Carlsbad, as well as the importance of regional cooperation among neighboring cities to maintain effective services and hold down costs.
-Jerome Stocks, Mayor, City of Encinitas
Keith understands the importance of working regionally, with cities like Oceanside, on issues that will result in the greater good of Carlsbad. Keith possesses the attributes that will be an excellent addition to the Carlsbad City Council. I look forward to working with him
-Jack Feller, Oceanside City Councilman
Keith Blackburn joined us as one of the original investor/partners in the Carlsbad Company Stores (Premium Outlets), built and operated by Craig Realty Group. We had the pleasure of developing a relationship with Keith while working on several projects with him. Keith displays keen business acumen while using the common sense approach to understanding business and investing. We believe Keith brings to the council an understanding of the business needs of our community.
-Philip R. Palisoul, Founding Partner of Craig Realty Group, Carlsbad Resident
-Kenneth W. Guchereau, Founding Partner and former CFO of Craig Realty Group