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Santa Barbara Police Department Names Interim Police Chief
Effective July 16, 2021, Commander Marylinda Arroyo will be serving as the Interim Police Chief for the City of Santa Barbara. A permanent Police Chief is expected to be announced within the next few weeks.
Attempt Murder Suspect Arrested
On the afternoon of July 13, 2022, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received several 9-1-1 calls regarding possible “shots heard” in the area of 1200 San Pascual Street near Bohnett Park.
Officers and Detectives…
Firearm Discharged in the Area of 1200 San Pascual Street
On July 13, 2022, around 2:20 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received several 9-1-1 calls regarding possible “shots heard” in the area of 1200 San Pascual Street / Bohnett Park.
Multiple Officers responded to…
Public Safety Announcement – Fireworks
The Santa Barbara Police Department would like to remind the community of Santa Barbara the dangers associated with fireworks in our community. Though 4th of July has passed, we are still receiving numerous complaints regarding fireworks…
Chief Bernard Melekian Retirement Announcement
After 50 years of distinguished public service, Chief Barney Melekian will step down as the Santa Barbara Police Department Interim Police Chief on Friday, July 15th. Chief Melekian was appointed as the Interim Police Chief on March…
Hourly Parking Rate Change – Downtown Parking Lots
Hourly parking rates in Downtown parking lots will increase to $2.50 per hour on July 1, 2022. This rate increase is in response to the rising costs of performing parking-related services, major maintenance, and capital improvements…
90th Annual Children’s Fiesta Parade Now Accepting Entries
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting entry forms for Children’s Fiesta Parade participation. The parade, to be held on Saturday, August 6, is now in its 90th year, and has been a community…
Independence Day Events Blast Back to the Waterfront
If you are looking for somewhere to celebrate Independence Day, there is no better place than the Santa Barbara Waterfront. A full slate of fun, festive, family-friendly activities are planned throughout the day, including the return of…
City of Santa Barbara to Celebrate Oak Park Dance Floor Restoration
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to join Mayor Randy Rowse and the Santa Barbara City Council for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Oak Park Dance Floor…
City Council to Discuss State Street Interim Operations at Upcoming Council Meeting
On June 28, 2022, the City Public Works Department will give a presentation to City Council about State Street Interim Operations, following the February 2022 adoption of the Economic Recovery Extension and Transition Ordinance (ERETO).