Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) in Parts of Santa Barbara County

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All SBPL locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19 for Juneteenth.

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Beginning Monday, June 16, the Faulkner Main Gallery at the Central Library will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. Thank you for your patience.

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Now Available! Building Permit Dashboard
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of a new online Building Permit Dashboard, now live and available to the public at the Building Permit Dashboard page.
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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.  
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Upcoming City Council Discussion – Single Family Streamlining Project
On June 17, 2025, City planning staff will brief the City Council on the Single Family Streamlining Project—an initiative aimed at updating the Single Family Design Board (SFDB) review process and zoning ordinance to provide homeowners…
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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.  
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Santa Barbara Police Officers Honored at the 55th Annual H. Thomas Guerry Awards
On May 8, 2025, three members of the Santa Barbara Police Department were awarded the H. Thomas Guerry Award for Superior Performance.  The award is named after Santa Barbara Police Officer H. Thomas Guerry who was killed in the line…
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National Police Week & Remembrance Ceremony
The Santa Barbara Police Department is hosting a Remembrance Ceremony for National Police Week this Thursday, May 15. The ceremony will be held on the front steps of the Police Department (215 East Figueroa Street). SBPD is inviting the…
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Unsafe Operation of a Bicycle Municipal Code
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Residential Burglary Crime Ring Arrested
On April 4, 2025, at 9:45 am, detectives from the Santa Barbara Police Department were alerted by an Orange County Law Enforcement Agency about a potential residential burglary crime ring operating in the Santa Barbara area. Santa Barbara…
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Eyes Forward, Hands on the Wheel: Focused Driving Saves Lives
April is Distracted Driving Awareness MonthIn its efforts to prevent distracted driving and save lives on our roads, the Santa Barbara Police Department is reminding all drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and keep their hands…
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2025 Community Academy
The Santa Barbara Police Department is excited to announce the return of our Community Academy, a free, behind-the-scenes experience designed to give community members an inside look at how SBPD operates. This two-day…
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Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders Event
Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00-11:30 at the Westside Community Center (423 W. Victoria St.) for Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders!Stop by for a free car seat inspection by certified car seat…
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Stolen Vehicle Suspect Apprehended After Short Foot Pursuit
On March 11, 2025 at 10:27 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Dispatch received a call of stolen vehicle from the 500 Block of Red Rose Lane. While officers were taking the report, dispatch received a call from the vehicle manufacturer who advised…
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