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The Plane Pull returns to SBA October 24! Register your team today. 

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    City Council Recommends Adoption of Short-Term Rental Ordinances
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council unanimously recommended adoption of the long-awaited ordinances to regulate short-term vacation rentals (STRs) throughout the City.   The Council included provisions to maintain a two-night minimum…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 6, 2026
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council considered adoption of the Residential Rent Stabilization and Residential Rental Registry Programs, received the Access Advisory Committee’s annual report on its recent activities and achievements, and…
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    Catch Up on the County’s Virtual El Niño Briefing
    Santa Barbara County recently hosted a virtual community meeting to discuss anticipated El Niño conditions and preparedness efforts underway for the upcoming winter season. The briefing brought together local agencies and emergency…
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Water Commissioner Needed
Do you enjoy learning about local water and wastewater issues? Do you have expertise or interest in water resources? Do you love the public process and want to work a few more public meetings into your life? Well then, do we have the…
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Day Work Currently Underway on the Via Lucero Wastewater Force Main Replacement Project
Construction crews have completed work on State Street and Hope Avenue as part of the Via Lucero Force Main Replacement Project. The crew is now conducting trenchless drilling activities during daytime working hours (7 a.m. – 5 p.m.). on…
Photo of apartments in the West Beach neighborhood
City Council Recommends Adoption of Short-Term Rental Ordinances
On October 6, 2026, the City Council unanimously recommended adoption of the long-awaited ordinances to regulate short-term vacation rentals (STRs) throughout the City.   The Council included provisions to maintain a two-night minimum…
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This Holiday Season, Don't Clog with FOG
Pouring fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain or garbage disposal creates pipe blockages over time (both on your property and under the streets). FOG buildup can clog an entire pipeline, causing sewer overflows that could result in…
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Council Meeting Recap – October 6, 2026
On October 6, 2026, the City Council considered adoption of the Residential Rent Stabilization and Residential Rental Registry Programs, received the Access Advisory Committee’s annual report on its recent activities and achievements, and…
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Santa Barbara Community Invited to Join Move with MADD 3K Walk to Promote Safe Roads
The Santa Barbara Police Department invites community members to join Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Tri-Counties for Move with MADD Santa Barbara, a 3K community walk bringing people together to raise awareness about impaired…
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SBA Seeks Public Feedback on Climate Adaptation Plan
The City of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) are seeking public feedback on the Airport Climate Adaptation Plan (CAP). The draft plan is now available for review online. 
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Don't Let a Text Turn Into a Crash
The City is currently implementing a monthly traffic safety messaging through the City’s social media platforms and schools.Cell phones are a leading cause of crashes involving distraction Whether you’re in a car, on an e-bike, or walking,…
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You’re Invited! Brief Vic Trace Project Update at SB Mesa Association Meeting on Thursday, October 15
Kelly Bourque, Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project Manager, will be attending and providing a brief project update at the Santa Barbara Mesa Association Meeting on Thursday, October 15. The meeting will be held at the Free Methodist…
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