We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

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Faulkner Gallery will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. 
The Eastside Library will be partially closed from July 7-12.

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All SBPL locations will open late on Thursday, July 3. Visit our calendar for details.
All SBPL locations will be closed on Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.

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Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – May 31, 2025The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.2 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for May 2025, the eleventh month in the City’s fiscal year.Year to date, the…
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Free Summer Lunches for Kids at the Central Library
Children and teens ages 0–18 are invited to enjoy free, nutritious lunches this summer through the USDA Summer Food Service Program, Lunch at the Library. Meals will be served from noon to 1pm Monday through Friday on the Lower Plaza of…
Fireworks explode over West Beach
Fourth of July Celebration to Bring Full Day of Festivities to Santa Barbara’s Waterfront
The City of Santa Barbara has announced the return of the annual Fourth of July Celebration. Hosted by the City’s Waterfront and Parks and Recreation Departments, the yearly tradition will transform Santa Barbara’s waterfront for a full…
SBA terminal with “Fly with Pride, Land with Love” banner.
Santa Barbara Airport Launches Partnership with Pacific Pride Foundation
Partnership will support the local Pride Festival and SBA’s efforts for inclusiveness.Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is excited to announce a new partnership with local nonprofit Pacific Pride Foundation (PPF). This partnership will support…
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A Message from Chief of Police Kelly Gordon
As your Chief of Police, I want to speak directly to you about two important matters that affect the fabric of our community: immigration enforcement and the right to peacefully protest.  
Large crowd gathers for a free concert in Chase Palm Park
Concerts in the Park Series Returns to Chase Palm Park This July
The Parks and Recreation Department’s annual concert series will bring free live music to the park every Thursday in July.
Rendering of the new De La Vina Street Bridge.
Construction to Begin on De La Vina Street Bridge Replacement Project
Construction of the De La Vina Street Bridge Replacement Project is set to begin mid-June 2025, with completion anticipated in summer 2027. The project will replace the existing bridge over Mission Creek, located at 2700 De La Vina Street…
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Investing in Community Safety and Connectivity
City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Completion of Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project.The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project. A ribbon-cutting…
Intersection of Anapamu and San Andres Streets, cyclist sharing the road with vehicles.
Upcoming Community Meetings for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan
The City of Santa Barbara will host two community meetings on Monday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 18, to share updates on the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Plan. The project provides safe pedestrian and bicycle…
Fire Chief Mailes and Staff at the Santa Barbara County Regional Fire Communications Center.
City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Joins Santa Barbara County Regional Fire Communications Center to Strengthen Emergency Response
The City of Santa Barbara Fire Department is pleased to announce its transition to the Santa Barbara County Regional Fire Communications Center, a collaborative move alongside other fire departments in the county’s operational area…
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