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Frequently Asked Questions: Tenant Protection Ordinances
On January 27, the City Council adopted a Temporary Rent Increase Moratorium and amendments to the Just Cause Evictions Ordinance. Effective February 26, these protections for certain residential rental units remain in effect through…
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Mini-Grants Available for CycleMAYnia Bike Month Activities
SBCAG is accepting applications for mini-grants of up to $700 to support community-led CycleMAYnia activities during National Bike Month in May 2026, themed “Pedal Forward,” with applications and community calendar submissions due Feb. 27…
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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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Construction Begins on the Laguna Pump Station and Channel
The Laguna Stormwater Pump Station and Tide Gate Renewal Project is currently underway which will rehabilitate the Laguna Channel Pump Station and improve the surrounding drainage features as part of the larger Laguna Channel Pump Station…
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Nighttime Water Main Flushing Work
The Water Resources Department’s Water Distribution Division will flush approximately 2,200 fire hydrants throughout the city from February 23 through April 3. Work will occur at night Monday through Friday, between 7:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.…
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Frequently Asked Questions: Tenant Protection Ordinances
On January 27, the City Council adopted a Temporary Rent Increase Moratorium and amendments to the Just Cause Evictions Ordinance. Effective February 26, these protections for certain residential rental units remain in effect through…
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Free SAT/ACT Study Sessions & BrainFuse Access
Santa Barbara Public Library is hosting two more SAT/ACT Study Sessions before it’s time to take the Big Test as well as access to a free online preparation platform: BrainFuse HelpNow.
Library News
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City Recognition of National Engineers Week
Join us in celebrating National Engineers Week, “Transform Your Future” February 22-28, which is a celebration of the limitless possibilities in engineering!
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Now Accepting Submissions for Preapproved ADU Program
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce it is accepting submissions for designer-owned plans for preapproved Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Submissions are now being accepted on a rolling basis, with no application deadline.…
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Santa Barbara Airport Hosting Blood Drive on March 19
Santa Barbara Airport will host a community blood drive on Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 9am to 3pm inside the Historic Ovington Terminal (500 Fowler Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93117).
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Parks & Recreation Commission Presentation – February 25, 2026
The City of Santa Barbara’s Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project team will be presenting proposed tree removals and replacements to the Parks & Recreation Commission on February 25, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. The proposed tree removals and…
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Major February Storm Forecasted: Parking, Sandbags & Preparedness Updates
Stay Informed. Be Ready.
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