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Celebrate African American & Black History Month
National Black History Month, observed each February, honors the significant contributions of Black Americans to our nation's history, particularly in the pursuit of freedom, justice, and equality. This month is an opportunity to reflect…
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Public Review of Draft Inclusionary Housing and In-Lieu Fee Study
Public Review and Comments through March 1, 2026City staff invite the community to participate in public review of the draft Inclusionary Housing and In-Lieu Fee Study and provide comments. The City’s Inclusionary Housing Requirements are…
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity—Salinas Street and Carpinteria Street
On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at approximately 7:17 a.m., officers from the Santa Barbara Police Department were dispatched to the area of Salinas Street and Carpinteria Street following a report of a large fight.
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Food for Fees
From November 12, 2025 through January 16, 2026, library patrons can have fees removed from their accounts by bringing non-perishable food items to any location or the Library on the Go.
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We Need Your Feedback! Use Your Voice for Safer Streets!
Take the City-Identified Priority Street Input Survey by December 12, 2025.
Tree lighting in Downtown Santa Barbara.
Downtown Shines Bright! Join the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) is hosting a magical evening in front of The Arlington Theatre on Friday, December 5. Light up the night sky with our dazzling downtown holiday tree at the City-sponsored Annual…
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Land Development – 2025 End of Year Closure
End of Year Closure As part of the City’s annual Holiday closure, most City Land Development Team offices and operations will be closed beginning Friday, December 19, 2025, and will resume business on Monday, January…
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As an original Carnegie Library SBPL receives $10,000
This $10,000 gift from the Carnegie Corporation of New York is in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
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Win a Vegas Getaway on Southwest Airlines!
Are you feeling lucky? Enter to win an exciting vacation package to Las Vegas! Take SBA’s nonstop flight on Southwest Airlines®, enjoy a 3-night stay at Conrad Las Vegas, and explore all that Las Vegas has to offer! The prize package…
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Holiday Travel Tips
Holiday travel is here! Please be prepared to arrive earlier than normal during peak times, and follow these helpful tips to make sure your next trip is easy and stress-free:ARRIVALArrive 2 hours early, especially during…
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Emergency Storm Parking Activated
The City has activated FREE Emergency Storm Parking from November 13 to November 16, for residents in flood-prone areas at City Lot 2. Registration is open! Unregistered vehicles will be charged standard rates.
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Major Storm Forecast: Stay Informed. Be Ready.
Last Updated on November 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. PSTThe City of Santa Barbara is taking proactive measures to ensure public safety and minimize potential impacts from the Santa Barbara County Mid November 2025 Major Storm, including…
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