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Santa Barbara Public Library’s Celestial Spectacle: Free Eclipse Glasses and Stellar Library Events
On Saturday, October 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse will cross North, Central, and South America. This eclipse will be visible for millions of people in the Western Hemisphere. Remember, during an annular eclipse, it is never safe to…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Kicks Off SB Reads 2023
Each year, the Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) encourages local residents to read the same book at the same time to connect with one another, engage in discussions about issues that matter, and examine the world from viewpoints other…
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Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara
The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.45 million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for August 2023, the second month in the City’s fiscal year.
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Santa Barbara Public Library Expands Hours on Evenings and Weekends
Santa Barbara Public Library received additional funding for staffing from City Council during the FY24 budget process in order to restore open hours on evenings and weekends. After recruitment, hiring, and training, SBPL will we…
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Update: Police Response to Public Gathering Sunday, September 17
Over the last several days, Santa Barbara Police Detectives have been investigating the incident that occurred in a recent social media video.
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Carrillo-Castillo Commuter Lot Temporary Closure for Cleaning and Repairs
The City of Santa Barbara Carrillo-Castillo Commuter Lot, located at 400 West Carrillo Street, will be temporarily closed from September 21, 2023 to October 9, 2023 for necessary repairs and refurbishment to address deteriorating and…
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Join a City Advisory Group and Shape Your Community’s Future!
Do you have a passion for making a difference in your community? Are you eager to share your ideas and want to be a part of a City team? By joining one of our City Advisory Groups, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our community. The…
Rendering of Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project
Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project Construction Begins in October
The City is pleased to announce the commencement of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project that will be a major facelift to the State Street undercrossing of Highway 101, which will incorporate many safety upgrades in keeping…
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Halloween Adopt-a-Block Decoration Program
The City of Santa Barbara’s Downtown Team is thrilled to announce the launch of its spooktacular new community initiative, the Halloween Adopt-a-Block Program!   The Adopt-a-Block Program invites residents, businesses, and…
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Police Response to Public Gathering Sunday, September 17
On Sunday, September 17, 2023, around 8:00 p.m., the Santa Barbara Police Department became aware of a large crowd of people near the intersection of Garden Street and East Micheltorena Street. This gathering was in response to a…
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