TRAVEL NOTICE 6/29–7/18: Southbound HWY 217 between Hollister Ave and Sandspit Rd will be closed overnight (10 PM–6 AM) from Monday night through Saturday morning for three weeks. Please use HWY 101/Fairview Ave exits or an alternate route. Project info. 

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All SBPL locations will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, for Independence Day. Book Returns will be closed and all due dates will be pushed forward. You can access our digital library 24/7.

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    Learn About Your Water Quality
    City laboratory staff conduct more than 45,000 water quality tests each year to ensure safe drinking water for our community. As in past years, the City outperformed every state and federal public health standard for water quality. Read…
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    Upcoming City Council Hearing: Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Amendments
    Encouraging Community Engagement and Participation The City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, to review a proposed framework for amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance. The goal is to…
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    Comment Period Open: Rent Stabilization Ordinances
    The Draft Rent Stabilization Ordinances are open for a public comment period through Friday, July 10. The City Council is expected to formally introduce the ordinances in late July. If adopted, it would take effect on January 1, 2027.…
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SBA Closed Due to Flooding
SBA Closed Due to Flooding
UPDATE: As of January 10 at 3:20 PM, the Airport has begun a phased reopening. Learn more here.  ------ The Santa Barbara Airport is currently CLOSED due to flooding. All commercial flights are cancelled until…
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Evacuation Warning Issued January 9-10, 2023 for Alisal, Cave, and Thomas Fire Burn Areas
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High-Low Evacuation Siren Tone Videos (ENG/SP)
With heavy rains in the near future, please watch this informational video about SBPD’s hi-low evacuation siren tone.    High-Low Siren Tone Video (ENGLISH) Con fuertes lluvias en el futuro cercano, mire este…
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Helpful Storm Information (ENG/SP)
A LOT OF HELPFUL STORM INFO, PLEASE READ! (ENG/SP) Santa Barbara City Police Department is making notification to SB City residents and businesses off Coast Village Road (closest to Olive Mill Road) that need to EVACUATE…
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Prevention Tips Before a Flood. Be Safe! Heavy Rain Expected!
PREVENTION TIPS BEFORE A FLOOD (ENG/SP): -Assemble disaster supplies -Be prepared to evacuate. -Review your Family Disaster Plan. -Protect your property. -Be alert. -Monitor NOAA Weather Radio, local television and radio stations -If…
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Mid-century Modern Masterpiece Designated as Structure of Merit
At the last meeting of 2022, the Historic Landmarks Commission designated an incredible mid-century modern masterpiece located at 1920 Garden Street as a Structure of Merit. The house was designed by master Southern California…
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City Awarded $54 Million in Active Transportation Program Funding
The City of Santa Barbara has been awarded $54 million through the California Active Transportation Program for projects on Cliff Drive, Milpas Street, and within the Westside and Lower West neighborhoods. The Active Transportation…
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Grant Award for Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project
The City of Santa Barbara was awarded $27 million through the California Active Transportation Program (ATP) on December 7, 2022, for final design and construction of the Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project. The Program’s main purpose is to…
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Wine Flies Free on Alaska Airlines
Wine lovers, rejoice! Alaska Airlines' Wine Flies Free™ program allows passengers to check a case of wine for free when flying out of the Santa Barbara Airport! 
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