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Library Teen Services Orientation
Get the support you need from the library to achieve your goals!
Campers at Nature Camp gather in their handmade tie dye shirts
City of Santa Barbara Announces 2026 Summer Camp Offerings; Registration Opens February 4
Families can choose from 15 Parks and Recreation Department camps this summer.
Carrie Paine
City of Santa Barbara Welcomes New Housing and Homeless Services Manager
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the appointment of Caroline “Carrie” Paine as the new Housing and Homeless Services Manager. This position, formerly titled Housing and Human Services Manager, reflects the City’s expanded…
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Santa Barbara Clean Energy Launches New Incentive Finder to Help Residents Go Electric
Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE) now offers a user-friendly online tool to help community members find incentives and rebates that make the switch to energy-efficient electric homes and vehicles more affordable. Through the Govcentives…
City Hall and El Paseo
Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – November 30, 2025The City of Santa Barbara collected $2.7 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for November 2025, the fifth month in the City’s fiscal year.Year to date…
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Preliminary Policy Discussions Begin on Rent Stabilization
At its December 16 meeting, the Santa Barbara City Council reviewed a comprehensive presentation and staff report outlining the proposed policy direction and work plan for the development of a Rent Stabilization Ordinance and Program. The…
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City of Santa Barbara Finalizes Purchase of 816 Cacique Street Shelter Facility and Announces Interim Service Provider
The City of Santa Barbara has officially approved the purchase of the emergency shelter facility located at 816 Cacique Street, marking a major milestone in the City’s ongoing commitment to addressing homelessness and expanding access to…
Volunteers work on rose bushes as Mission Historical Park
Annual Rose Pruning Day Set for January 10
Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to prune the iconic roses at Mission Historical Park during the annual volunteer event. The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Rose Pruning Day on…
Mesa Lane Beach
City of Santa Barbara Adopts Citywide Strategic Plan
The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce the adoption of a new Citywide Strategic Plan, a comprehensive roadmap designed to strengthen City operations, improve services, and deliver results that reflect the priorities and values of…
City Hall De la Guerra entrance.
Winter Holiday Closure
The City of Santa Barbara wishes you a safe and joyous holiday season. In observance of Christmas and New Year's holidays, most non-emergency City offices will be closed from Monday, December 22, 2025, through Friday, January 2, 2026.…
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