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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Self-Serve Sandbag Stations and Emergency Parking Program
For current storm information, visit Widespread Storm Forecast for Santa Barbara County Mid March 2025. The City encourages residents to stay informed, take necessary precautions, and report any concerns. Stay away from…
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City Council Appeal on March 11, 2025, of Parks and Recreation Commission’s Motion to Remove 13 Street Trees and Plant 37 New Trees for Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project
A resident appealed the Parks and Recreation Commission’s (PRC) motion to approve the removal of 13 street trees and planting of 37 new trees associated with the Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project. The appeal goes…
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Participate in a Nationwide Water Use Survey!
Participate in a quick 5-minute survey about how you use water in your daily life! Plus, you could win an iPad!This survey is part of a larger nationwide study by the Water Research Foundation focused on understanding water use in homes.…
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Fire Safety & City Water Systems Resources
The City of Santa Barbara's Town Hall on Fire Safety and the City’s Water System offers the public an opportunity to learn from representatives of the Fire Department and the Public Works Water Resources Division.
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Neighborhood Cleanup | Salsipuedes and Ortega Street
Join the City's Clean Community Division for a neighborhood cleanup! Come by to pick up a cleanup kit or graffiti removal supplies and help transform your neighborhood.Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025Time: 9…
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Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event for City of Santa Barbara Residents
The City of Santa Barbara's Clean Community Division, in partnership with MarBorg Industries, is hosting a FREE household hazardous waste (HHW) collection event on Saturday, March 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The last two events had a…
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*UPDATE* Paving Notice - Alta Mesa Neighborhood
UPDATED NOTICE Monday, March 3rd (blue)500-700 blocks of Dolores Dr.Calle Del Oro will have accessTuesday, March 4th (red)700-800 blocks of Dolores Dr.
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Public Comment Period Extended for Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance
The Sustainability & Resilience Department has extended the public comment period for the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance to Monday, March 24 at 5:00 p.m. Interested community members are invited to review the Draft Ordinance at…
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SBPD Announces New Blue Envelope Program
The Santa Barbara Police Department is excited to announce the launch of our new Blue Envelope Program, which aims to foster better communication and understanding between law enforcement and members of our neurodiverse community. …
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