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Three State Street Loop golf carts parked along Cabrillo Blvd.
State Street Loop Shuttle Launches May 29
The City, in collaboration with Friends of State Street and Sweep Inc., is excited to announce the launch of the State Street Loop, a six-month pilot program designed to provide fun, free, and accessible transportation along State Street.…
Community Needs Survey photo of a teacher and student to represent one of the many needs
2025-2029 Consolidated Plan & 2025 Annual Action Plan Draft Open for Public Comment
In order for the City to receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), a 5-year Consolidated Plan and an…
Photos of a Preapproved ADU rendering with a covered front deck
NEW! Preapproved ADU Program Now Available
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of our Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program—a faster, more affordable way for homeowners to build detached ADUs on their property. 
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Intersection of Anapamu and San Andres Streets, cyclist sharing the road with vehicles.
Upcoming Community Meetings for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan
The City of Santa Barbara will host two community meetings on Monday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 18, to share updates on the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Plan. The project provides safe pedestrian and bicycle…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Update on Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance
Thank you to everyone who shared feedback on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance. We are writing to provide you an update on where we are with the ordinance development and our planned next steps. Based on comments…
Sustainability News
Watermain Construction
Construction Notice: Water Main Replacement on Alameda Padre Serra and Surrounding Streets
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure, including piping, valves, and hydrants to maintain the quality and reliability of water service.Construction will take place on the following streets from mid-June 2025 through winter…
State Street Undercrossing Ribbon Cutting
Investing in Community Safety and Connectivity: City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Completion of Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 4, to celebrate the official opening of the new undercrossing.
Cliff Drive road between Oliver and Meigs Roads
Notice of Proposed Tree Removals and New Tree Plantings for Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project
The Cliff Drive Vision Zero project (Project) proposes removing 23 of the existing 322 street trees on Cliff Drive, with approximately 70 new street tree planting opportunities. The Project consultant arborist identified them as impacted…
Groundbreaking guests wearing hard hats and holding gold shovels
Construction Underway for Full-Scale Renovation of Dwight Murphy Field
A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of construction for the long-awaited Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Project. The renovation will transform the 100-year-old park into a modern, inclusive recreation space designed to serve a…
Parks & Rec News
Vic Trace aerial showing an above ground reservoir.
Conceptual Drawings Will be Presented to Architectural Board of Review on June 9
The City of Santa Barbara’s Public Works Department will be presenting conceptual drawings of the Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project (Project) to the City’s Architectural Board of Review (ABR) on Monday, June 9 at 3:00 P.M. The…
Clay cup on wood table. The cup is labeled “Dune Coffee Roasters – City of Santa Barbara.”
Santa Barbara Launches ‘Choose to Reuse’ Pilot with Dune Coffee Roasters
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with Dune Coffee Roasters, has launched a new summer pilot program aimed at reducing single-use coffee cup waste one reusable cup at a time.
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Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout Project Completed
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Cabrillo-Los Patos Roundabout, a joint project with the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG). The roundabout reduces congestion and improves safety…
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