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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    Annual Notice: Erosion, Sedimentation Control, and Stormwater Quality Program
    This annual informational bulletin outlines guidance on Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at reducing erosion, retaining sediment on site, and protecting water quality throughout construction activities. Program…
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    State Street Master Plan Public Comment Closes Tuesday, June 30
    The City’s public comment period for the State Street Master Plan closes on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Written comments may be emailed to StateStreetMasterPlan@SantaBarbaraCA.gov.   Following the public comment period, staff will be…
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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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Temporary Road Closures Planned on Las Positas Road
The City will be repaving Las Positas Road from Cliff Drive to Highway 101 for about two weeks starting Thursday, December 2. On Saturday December 4, northbound Las Positas will be fully closed from Cliff Drive to Veronica Springs…
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COMMUNITY MEETING NOTICE - Cliff Drive Utility Undergrounding
You are invited to attend a community meeting to discuss the benefits, project boundary, and process for City Council to select Cliff Drive to extend the utility underground district.
This Holiday Season, Don't Clog with FOG
Pouring fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain or garbage disposal creates obstructions in underground pipes and creates serious problems like blockages and sewer overflows. Protect your home and community by disposing of FOG properly.
Committee to Review Proposed Sidewalk Vending Ordinance
A City Council Ordinance Committee meeting is scheduled on December 7 to review an updated sidewalk vending ordinance. The committee will consider recommending City Council adopt an ordinance that will provide a clear path for…
Parade of Lights Sails Again
Come enjoy one of Santa Barbara’s signature holiday events – The 35th Annual Parade of Lights kicks off December 12 at noon. Families can visit a Winter Wonderland on the City Pier in Santa Barbara Harbor, with 10 tons of snow and an…
Submit Proposals for Human Services and Community Development Block Grant Funds
From November 22 until December 22, 2021, the City of Santa Barbara will accept proposals from eligible applicants for the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Human Services and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs. 
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Santa Barbara Design Standards Work Group Meeting #2
The second Work Group meeting will be held on November 19, 2021 via GoToWebinar. The meeting materials are found on the project website here.
Esfuerzos para reducir las filas de espera de Chick-fil-A en Upper State Street
Las filas de espera desde el acceso de Chick fil-A hasta State Street, (3707 State Street), continúan creando una congestión de tráfico grave, así como condiciones peligrosas para los peatones. El personal de la ciudad ha hablado con Chick…
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La Playa Stadium Track and Stairs to Open for Public Use Starting This Weekend
After pandemic-related closures and limited access, Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) and the City of Santa Barbara are pleased to welcome the public back at La Playa Stadium for the holiday season.
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