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Statue in front of Arches at the Santa Barbara Mission
Drafts Available for Review – Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and Guidelines for Historic Resources
The City of Santa Barbara has released draft updates to the Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and MEA Guidelines for Historic Resources. These documents, published separately,…
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Community Workshops Inviting Public Input on Uses of Grant Funding for 5-year Consolidated Plan
The City of Santa Barbara is in the process of developing their 5-Year Consolidated Plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).Santa Barbara City residents are invited to make their voices heard…
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Online Only Building Inspection Requests
Starting January 6, 2025, Building Permit Inspection requests will only be accepted online through the City’s Permit Portal.Using an Accela Citizen Access (ACA) account, a requesting party can:Request a new inspection, cancel, or…
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Volunteer Opportunity: Neighborhood Cleanup This Saturday
The Clean Community Division is hosting a neighborhood cleanup on Cacique and Alisos Streets. Stop by to pick up a cleanup kit or graffiti removal supplies and lend a hand in cleaning up the area. Volunteers will focus on litter removal,…
Sustainability News
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One-Stop Destinations on American Airlines
Think you have to fly out of Los Angeles for your next big trip? Think again!
Airport News
Participant dances at the Adapted Recreation Spring Fling
Adapted Valentine's Day Dance Welcomes All Abilities
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department's Adapted Recreation Program is hosting its annual Valentine's Dance on Friday, February 14 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Parks & Rec News
Statue in front of Arches at the Santa Barbara Mission
Drafts Available for Review – Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and Guidelines for Historic Resources
The City of Santa Barbara has released draft updates to the Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and MEA Guidelines for Historic Resources. These documents, published separately,…
Lunar New Year text on red background with lanterns
Lunar New Year Family Festival at the Central Library
Celebrate the Year of the Green Wood Snake on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza!
Library News
Paving
Paving - Island View Dr. and Surf View Dr.
  Paving Schedule:Tuesday, January 21st (red):600-700 blocks of Surf View Dr.
San Andres Street and Anapamu Intersection with people waiting at the bus stop, cyclist in the street and pedestrian in the crosswalk pushing a stroller.
Construction Underway for Safety Improvements on San Andres Street at Anapamu, Victoria, and Sola Streets
Implementation of the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan (Plan) continues through construction of the FY2024B Pavement Maintenance Project (Project) on San Andres Street. As part of the Plan, the Project…
MTD Transit Center in downtown Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara MTD Asks Public to Weigh in on a Proposed Fare Structure Change
On behalf of Santa Barbara MTD - MTD has kicked off a public outreach process seeking input from the public on a proposed adjustment to MTD’s bus fare structure. MTD’s fares have been unchanged for the…
Santa Barbara County Association of Governments logo.
Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Elects New Leaders for 2025
Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse is elected Chair. County Supervisor Roy Lee, Buellton Mayor David Silva, Lompoc Mayor James Mosby, and Solvang Mayor David Brown join the Board as new members. 
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