The Montecito Branch book drop will be closed May 3rd - 6th due to parking lot repaving

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Help shape the future of Santa Barbara's Waterfront! Respond to our survey at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/WaterfrontSurvey.
¡Ayúdanos a dar forma al futuro de la zona costera de Santa Bárbara! Responde a nuestra encuesta en SantaBarbaraCA.gov/WaterfrontSurvey.

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All SBPL locations will be closed on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (5/5/26) for a staff training.

Eastside and Montecito Libraries will close at 2pm on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (5/6/26) for a staff training.

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Carrillo Street: Modified Traffic Pattern Starting April 13 for Art Installation
Beginning Monday, April 13, crews will install a large asphalt art mural at the intersection of Carrillo and State Streets as part of the Asphalt Art Initiative. The intersection will remain open throughout the project, with modified…
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Celebrate Día de los Niños!
Don't miss our annual Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros celebration on April 18 from 10a-2p on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza! This joyful, nationwide celebration of children and literacy will bring the community together for a day full…
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Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project in Design
The Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project (Project) is currently in design. Once design plans are complete, the City will publicly advertise the Project for construction. Construction…
Public Works staff repairs a water main break.
Water Main Replacement on Harbor View Drive and Surrounding Streets Currently Underway
WHAT TO EXPECT: The water main on Harbor View Drive, Scenic Drive, and Country Club Drive is currently being replaced, as well as sections of Old Coast Highway and Park Place. Construction will take place Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.…
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Large-Scale Volunteer Event Aims to Repair Trails in Parma Park After Rainy Winter Season
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking up to 75 volunteers for a large-scale trail volunteer day to improve Sycamore Creek Trail and the Historic Olive Grove Loop in Parma Park. Heavy winter rains promote…
Parks & Rec News
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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…
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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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