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SBA's draft Climate Adaptation Plan is now available for public review and feedback.

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    Proposals for Community Development Block Grant and Human Service Programs
    Now is the time for proposals from eligible applicants for the Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029 Human Services Grant Funding and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. Approximately $852,000 is available in Human Services and…
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    Inclement Weather Beds Activated at Casa Cacique
    In response to forecasted weather conditions, Casa Cacique has activated its Inclement Weather Bed Program to provide additional shelter options for individuals seeking a safe place to stay.25 inclement weather beds available.Open until…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 27, 2026
    On October 27, the City Council reviewed plans to optimize Information Technology (IT) services, considered updates to the City’s reserve policy, and discussed proposed amendments to the Just Cause for Residential Evictions Ordinance.
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Many children in a gymnasium laughing and playing games with one another
Proposals for Community Development Block Grant and Human Service Programs
Now is the time for proposals from eligible applicants for the Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029 Human Services Grant Funding and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. Approximately $852,000 is available in Human Services and…
816 Cacique exterior
Inclement Weather Beds Activated at Casa Cacique
In response to forecasted weather conditions, Casa Cacique has activated its Inclement Weather Bed Program to provide additional shelter options for individuals seeking a safe place to stay.25 inclement weather beds available.Open until…
City Hall flag clouds from a drone
Council Meeting Recap – October 27, 2026
On October 27, the City Council reviewed plans to optimize Information Technology (IT) services, considered updates to the City’s reserve policy, and discussed proposed amendments to the Just Cause for Residential Evictions Ordinance.
Beate Bjoerklund (Supervising Librarian, Santa Barbara Public Library), Lauren Cashin (Global Marketplace Excellence, Deckers), Mayor Randy Rowse, Anita Kwok (Director of Talent & Culture, Rosewood Miramar Beach), Laurie Vasquez (Assistive Technologies Specialist, Santa Barbara City College), Christian Limon (DSPS Program Specialist, Santa Barbara City College)
21st Annual Mayor’s Awards
The City of Santa Barbara proudly celebrated the 21st Annual Mayor’s Awards at Cabrillo Pavilion, honoring local businesses and organizations that champion accessibility and inclusion in the workplace. This milestone event coincided with…
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Santa Barbara County Elections Office Reminds Voters of Ballot Return Options
Don’t Delay, Vote TodaySharing on behalf of Santa Barbara County Elections Office.With Election Day approaching on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the Santa Barbara County Elections Office encourages voters to complete…
Food for Fees 2026
Food for Fees is back!
Reconnect with library services by donating food items during Food for Fees, which runs from November 2 through December 24. Patrons can receive forgiveness for eligible library fees by donating non-perishable food items at any SBPL…
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Update: 911 Service Restored
The 911 service outage that impacted T-Mobile and AT&T customers in the City of Santa Barbara has been resolved. 911 service has been fully restored, and affected customers can now place emergency calls to 911 as normal.La…
architectural rendering of 3805 state street concept
Special Joint Hearing Will be Held to Consider The Neighborhood at State and Hope Project
On November 9, 2026, a Special Joint Hearing of the Staff Hearing Officer (SHO) and the Architectural Board of Review (ABR) will be held to consider The Neighborhood at State and Hope project (located at 3805 State Street and 110 S. Hope…
SBCAG Resolution awarded at Board of Supervisors Meeting Oct 15, 2026
Some Things Simply Work Better Together: SBCAG Marks 60 Years
Six decades of partnership have helped Santa Barbara County communities plan together, invest locally and bring state and federal transportation dollars home.
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