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SBA's draft Climate Adaptation Plan is now available for public review and feedback.

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Annual Food for Fees Drive Helps Patrons and Supports Local Nonprofits
Reconnect with library services by donating food items.From November 2 through December 24, Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) invites community members to participate in Food for Fees, an annual food drive that helps patrons reconnect…
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City of Santa Barbara Accepting Proposals for Community Development Block Grant and Human Service Programs
The City of Santa Barbara will be soliciting proposals from eligible applicants for its Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029 Human Services Grant Funding and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. Approximately $852,000 is available in…
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City of Santa Barbara and Police Department Emphasize Election Safety, Voter Access, and How to Report Concerns
As the November 3, 2026, general election approaches, the City of Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Police Department (SBPD) are reminding community members that everyone should be able to participate in the electoral process safely,…
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Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – September 30, 2026The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.9 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for September 2026, the third month in the City’s fiscal year.Year to…
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Community Baby Shower Offers Resources for New and Expecting Families
Learn about programs and services supporting new parents & caregivers.Have you recently welcomed a baby, or are you expecting? Join the Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) and a variety of partnering organizations in the Faulkner…
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Special Recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board
The City of Santa Barbara is conducting a special recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board. If you're an individual interested in making a difference in your community, contributing ideas, and being a part of the City team, you…
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Santa Barbara Airport Seeks Public Feedback on Climate Adaptation Plan
The plan outlines solutions to protect against sea level rise and climate change.
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Santa Barbara Public Library Launches Tool Library
Check out tools to help you tackle home repair, gardening, and creative ideas!Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) and the City of Santa Barbara Sustainability & Resilience Department are excited to announce the launch of a circulating…
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Join Teens Teach Tech at SBPL: Apply by October 24
Volunteer opportunity for motivated teens interested in robotics, coding, or science.Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is looking for teen volunteers, aged 14-17, to participate in Teens Teach Tech, a hands-on volunteer program where…
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Santa Barbara Community Invited to Join Move with MADD 3K Walk to Promote Safe Roads
The Santa Barbara Police Department invites community members to join Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Tri-Counties for Move with MADD Santa Barbara, a 3K community walk bringing people together to raise awareness about impaired…
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