We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

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The Eastside Library will be partially closed from July 7-12.

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All SBPL locations will open late on Thursday, July 3. Visit our calendar for details.
All SBPL locations will be closed on Friday, July 4, for Independence Day.

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Fireworks over West Beach
Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely
The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional firework displays, such as the Fourth of July Celebration on the waterfront. There’s no better place to enjoy a full…
Photo of downspout emptying to gravel that helps with storm water management and run off.
Annual Notice: Erosion, Sedimentation Control, and Stormwater Quality Program
This annual informational bulletin outlines guidance on Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at reducing erosion, retaining sediment on site, and protecting water quality throughout construction activities. Program…
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Plan Check Responses Must Be Submitted via DigEplan Starting July 7, 2025
To streamline the building plan review process, the City of Santa Barbara will require applicants to provide digital correction responses through our electronic plan review system, DigEplan, beginning July 7, 2025.This…
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Fireworks over West Beach
Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely
The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional firework displays, such as the Fourth of July Celebration on the waterfront. There’s no better place to enjoy a full…
Vic Trace aerial showing an above ground reservoir.
Updated Frequently Asked Questions in Response to Community Engagement Workshops
In May 2025, the City’s Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project team hosted two Community Engagement Workshops. Attendees learned more about the Project and asked questions. City staff gathered community feedback and created a Project…
Asphalt art on crosswalk
City Awarded Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Grant
We’re thrilled to announce that Santa Barbara is one of 10 cities across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. selected to receive a $100,000 grant from the Bloomberg Philanthropies Asphalt Art Initiative. The program uses art and design to improve…
State Street News
Photo of downspout emptying to gravel that helps with storm water management and run off.
Annual Notice: Erosion, Sedimentation Control, and Stormwater Quality Program
This annual informational bulletin outlines guidance on Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at reducing erosion, retaining sediment on site, and protecting water quality throughout construction activities. Program…
Cars driving along Cliff Drive
$4.3 Million Awarded for South Coast Bike, Pedestrian, and Safe Routes Projects
Measure A Supports Multipurpose Paths, Sidewalks, and School Safety in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, and Isla VistaSharing on behalf of Santa Barbara County Association of Governments - The…
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Construction Begins on the HSIP Cycle 10: Mission & State Safety Lighting Project
On Monday, June 23, Alfaro Communications Construction Inc. began construction on the HSIP (Highway Safety Improvement Project) Cycle 10: Mission & State Safety Lighting Project (Project). The Project will provide better lighting along…
Brazilian Cultural Arts Center of Santa Barbara performer
City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Application Opens July 1
As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications are being…
Library interior filled bookshelves
Eastside Library Partially Closed for Improvements
The Eastside Library (1102 E. Montecito St.) will be partially closed from July 7 to July 12 for shelving installation throughout the building. These new shelves will improve access to collections and replace damaged and worn shelving,…
Library News
A group of people pull an airplane by a rope.
Plane Pull Returns to SBA October 25
Alpha Resource Center’s fourth annual Plane Pull returns to Santa Barbara Airport on Saturday, October 25, 2025! Team registration is now open online.The Plane Pull is an extreme team challenge where teams of 10 play tug of war with an…
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