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Santa Barbara Considers Allowing Expanded Outdoor Business Areas For An Additional 22-Months
In recognition that the local economy and businesses are still recovering from the impacts of the pandemic, staff is recommending that Council consider adopting an Economic Recovery Extension and Transition Ordinance. The ordinance would…
Independent Redistricting Commission Notice of Cancellation
Due to a recent spike in COVID-19 cases within our community, the Santa Barbara Unified School District has recently suspended all outside use permits. The District 1 hearing, previously scheduled to be held at Franklin Elementary School…
Burglary Suspect Barricaded in Home Near Verano Drive & San Martin Way
On January 6, 2022, around 09:21am, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a report about a burglary in progress from a resident in the area of Verano Drive and San Martin Way. The resident informed dispatchers…
Santa Barbara Middle School Recognized as 2021 City of Santa Barbara Water Hero
Every year, the City of Santa Barbara Water Conservation Program honors an individual, business, or organization that has gone above and beyond in their water conservation efforts and serves as an example of resource efficiency in our…
(Bilingual) Swearing-in Ceremony Scheduled for the Steps of City Hall to Seat Newly-Elected Mayor and Councilmembers
The City’s newly elected Mayor and City Councilmembers will be sworn in during a hybrid event that will take place both in person and virtually on January 11, 2022. The ceremonial portion of the swearing-in will be held on the front steps…
Independent Redistricting Commission Notice of Cancellation
Due to a recent spike in Covid cases within our community, the Santa Barbara Unified School District has recently suspended all outside use permits. The District 1 hearing, previously scheduled to be held at Franklin Elementary School on…
Video Segment Release – “Up Front with SBPD” Alternative Call Response
The Santa Barbara Police Department has just released another episode of “Up Front with SBPD.”  This episode centers around alternative call response and how the Combined Communications Center prioritizes calls for service. The…
Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Sales Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – Quarter Ended September 30, 2021
December 15 Serious Injury Collision Turns Fatal
On December 15, 2021, around 10:00am, the Santa Barbara Police Department Combined Communications Center received numerous reports of a serious injury traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a BMW SUV at the intersection of East Canon…
Santa Barbara Police Department Promotes Four Officers
The Santa Barbara Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of four sworn law enforcement officers. This week Chief Bernard Melekian held a small private promotional ceremony honoring one newly promoted commander, one lieutenant…
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