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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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    Bring Your Team Spirit to a USA World Cup Watch Party
    Cheer on the United States Men's National Soccer Team on Central Library's Michael Towbes Library Plaza at a special World Cup Watch Party!Watch the U.S. Men's Team take on Paraguay's National Football Team and Turkey's National…
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Flyer for the Santa Barbara Community Yard Sale, featuring bold yellow and blue text on a beige background. The event is scheduled for Saturday from 8 AM to 2 PM. Logos for the City of Santa Barbara Sustainability & Resilience program are included, along with a website link
Citywide Community Yard Sale This Saturday, June 13!
Join the City of Santa Barbara Sustainability & Resilience Department for our Community Yard Sale on Saturday, June 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This Citywide event is designed to reduce waste, promote reuse, and…
Sustainability News
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Concerts in the Park Series Returns to Chase Palm Park this July
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department announces the return of Concerts in the Park. This free, family-friendly summer tradition has drawn large crowds and showcased a diverse range of musical talent at Chase Palm Park…
Parks & Rec News
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Draft Rent Stabilization Ordinance Available for Review and Comment
On Tuesday, June 9, at 5 p.m., the City Council will review the Draft Rent Stabilization Ordinance presentation and provide initial feedback to City staff, after which a 30-day public comment period will open. Community members are…
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SBA Celebrates Pride Month with Pacific Pride Foundation Partnership
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is proud to celebrate Pride Month by partnering once again with local nonprofit Pacific Pride Foundation (PPF) and highlighting a special offering from Alaska Airlines. Through this continued collaboration, SBA…
Airport News
Flyer for the Santa Barbara Community Yard Sale, featuring bold yellow and blue text on a beige background. The event is scheduled for Saturday from 8 AM to 2 PM. Logos for the City of Santa Barbara Sustainability & Resilience program are included, along with a website link
Community Yard Sale Sign-Ups Close This Friday!
The City of Santa Barbara’s Community Yard Sale returns on Saturday, June 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Sign-Ups Close Friday, June 5Registration for the Community Yard Sale closes this Friday at 5:00 p.m. Registered participants receive…
Sustainability News
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Intermittent Closures of US 101 Castillo St. Off-Ramp Set to Begin Sunday, June 7
Sharing on Behalf of Caltrans District: 05 – Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz CountiesSANTA BARBARA COUNTY — Travelers on US 101 in Santa Barbara will encounter…
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VOTE! Your voice matters!
Today is the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election! Don’t forget to turn in your ballot by 8 p.m on June 2 at an official drop box—or vote in person at your polling place for the Statewide Direct Primary Election. Secure ballot…
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52nd Annual Summer Solstice Celebration
The 52nd annual Summer Solstice, themed "WAVE", is an extraordinary celebration of the arts, community, and the year's longest day. Proudly sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara, the festival runs from June 19 to 21 and offers an array of…
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US 101 Bridge Repairs in Santa Barbara Set to Begin Overnight June 1
An operation to stripe the Castillo Street Undercrossing will begin Monday, April 21st and Tuesday, April 22nd during the overnight hours between 9 pm and 6 am. The US 101 southbound off-ramp at Castillo Street will be closed during these…
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