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Construction Begins on Final Segment of Highway 101 Widening
Construction will officially begin Monday, April 6, on the final segment of the Highway 101 widening project, marking a major milestone toward completing the Highway 101: Carpinteria to Santa Barbara project.
Homelessness - PATH Volunteers
City of Santa Barbara Seeking Operator for Newly Named “Casa Cacique” Shelter
The City is seeking a qualified long-term operator for its shelter at 816 Cacique Street, newly named Casa Cacique, to provide safe, compassionate, and service-focused support for people experiencing homelessness. 
Business in Art Award Winners Group photos of the Grace FIsher Foundation and City of Santa Barbara's Arts Advisory Committee
City of Santa Barbara Business in Art Award Nominations Open
Nominations are now open for the City of Santa Barbara Business in Art Award, which recognizes businesses that uplift arts and culture through exemplary and innovative programs or practices. Community members are invited to nominate…
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A tree standing on a pile of paper with paper scattered across the surrounding lawn
Celebrate Earth Day by Going Paperless!
The Santa Barbara community gathers each year at Alameda Park for the Earth Day festival to honor its clean-air, clean‑water heritage—and to take actions that protect it. What is one simple yet powerful step you can take? Switch to…
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SBPD Strategic Plan Community Survey
The Santa Barbara Police Department is committed to strengthening partnerships with our community. As we begin our Strategic Planning process, we invite community members to share feedback through our Strategic Planning Assessment…
Kids World playground surrounded by trees
Kid's World Playground to Close for Maintenance
Kid’s World, the 8,000-square-foot wooden playground within Alameda Park, will be closed for regularly scheduled maintenance from Tuesday, April 7, through Friday, April 17. The unique all-wood structure requires a special maintenance…
Parks & Rec News
Cliff Drive road between Oliver and Meigs Roads
Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project in Final Design
The Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project (Project) design is nearing completion. In fall 2026, the City plans to publicly advertise the Project for construction. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2027 following completion of the…
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BCycle for All Expanding Bike Share Program - Share Your Feedback
In May 2026, Santa Barbara BCycle (the City of Santa Barbara's bike share program operator) will install 25 new stations and add 60 additional e-bikes to their fleet through the BCycle for All program. BCycle for All is designed to make…
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Construction Begins on Final Segment of Highway 101 Widening
Construction will officially begin Monday, April 6, on the final segment of the Highway 101 widening project, marking a major milestone toward completing the Highway 101: Carpinteria to Santa Barbara project.
Three photos of a violinist, a hand making pasta, and a pianist side by side
La Piazza: A Celebration of Italian Culture
This April, The Michael Towbes Library Plaza will transform into a lively Italian Piazza as La Piazza: A Celebration of Italian Culture makes its debut. This food and music festival will take place over three days (Friday, April 10 through…
Library News
Herd of sheep graze at Mission Historical Park to help maintain defensible space ahead of wildfire season
Grazing Sheep Return to Santa Barbara Parks Ahead of Wildfire Season
The City of Santa Barbara’s Parks and Recreation and Fire Departments are deploying a herd of sheep to graze approximately 16 acres of open space across four City park properties. The work aims to remove overgrown grass and brush ahead of…
Parks & Rec News
Camper riding a skateboard is helped by a counselor holding their hands
Now Hiring for Summer Job Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting hourly employees to support summer programs and services ahead of peak season. Seasonal positions play a critical role in the operation of summer camps, seasonal…
Parks & Rec News
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