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City of Santa Barbara Extends Deadline for Transient Occupancy Tax Remittance
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce an update to its Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) monthly remittance and payment deadline, reflecting our commitment to supporting local hotels and short‑term rental operators. Based on…
Via Lucero Wastewater Force Main Replacement Project
Daytime construction begins in early August.
Old Spanish Days - Fiesta Public Safety Information
Safety guidelines, street closures, parking, and more.The City of Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Police Department (SBPD) extend a warm invitation to the community as we prepare to celebrate Old Spanish Days – Fiesta. We look forward…
“Library on the Fly” Launches at Santa Barbara Airport
Santa Barbara Public Library partners with Santa Barbara Airport to provide a free library for travelers.
Family Movie Nights at Eastside Library
Enjoy a free, family-friendly alternative to watching movies at home.
City of Santa Barbara's Annual Cultural Arts Grants Program Now Open
Nearly $250,000 Available to Support Local Arts, Nonprofits, and Community Events.
Student Success Cards provide Library Access for all SBUSD Students
Parents or Guardians can opt in through Aeries when enrolling their child in school.Libraries help kids succeed, and Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) and Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) are working together to make library…
Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 for the City of Santa Barbara
On June 30, 2026, the City of Santa Barbara adopted its operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027, as required by the City Charter. The FY2027 budget is comprised of all City funds, including the General Fund, special revenue…
Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – May 31, 2026The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.4 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for May 2026, the eleventh month in the City’s fiscal year.Year to date, the…
Celebrate Pollinator Week at Pollinator-Palooza!
Community Bioblitz Event to Explore, Document, and Learn about local pollinators.The City of Santa Barbara's Sustainability & Resilience Department is celebrating National Pollinator Week with Pollinator-Palooza!…