Storm update: SBA has reopened and all flights are cleared to resume normal operations

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All SBPL locations will be closed from 12/22 through 12/26 and on 1/1/26 for the winter holidays. For all the details about adjusted hours and closures, visit our Winter Holiday Hours page.

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Winter Holiday Closure through Jan. 2 | Cierres por Feriados de Invierno hasta el 2 de ene.

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Reminder - Beware of Scam Invoice Emails
Protect Yourself From Fraudulent emails Claiming to be From The CityThe City of Santa Barbara is warning the community about scam invoice emails that impersonate City departments and request fraudulent payments. These fraudulent messages…
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Zapotec Weaving Meets Asphalt Art
Join lead artists Eddy Jimenez and Irene Ramirez for an engaging introduction to Zapotec rug weaving, natural dye techniques, and the cultural symbolism embedded in traditional designs. Through textiles on display, educational materials,…
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County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Honors Juneteenth
This summer, SBPL honored Juneteenth by highlighting our local Black community. Former Santa Barbara Poet Laureate Sojourner Kincaide Rolle shared her recently published picture book, Free At Last: A Juneteenth Poem, illustrated…
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Information for TSA Recruiting Event July 21 2022
SBA TSA Recruiting Event
Join the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Recruiting Event to begin the hiring process for the Transportation Security Office (TSO) position at SBA. The event will take place Thursday, July 21, 2022 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm…
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State Street/Waterfront Regional Action Plan Meetings
Join a virtual Regional Action Plan meeting on the second Thursday of each month from 3-4 pm, hosted by the Santa Barbara Alliance for Community Transformation, which brings together area stakeholders and City staff to discuss homelessness…
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Real Time Translation and Audio Assistance at City Council Meetings
Now it's easier than ever to get involved with your City Council, with real time English or Spanish translation or audio assistance at Council meetings, with the Listen Everywhere App. It's as easy as scan, connect, open, and listen. Scan…
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Police Chief Bernard Melekian Announces Retirement
After 50 years of distinguished public service, Chief Barney Melekian will step down as the Police Department Interim Chief on Friday, July 15. Chief Melekian was appointed as the Interim Police Chief on March 1, 2021. He helped guide…
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Increased Hours and Services at Eastside Library
The major construction project at Central Library is officially underway. Due to the renovations, the Eastside Library will increase their hours of operation and all Library services.
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Upcoming Draft Housing Element Hearing
On July 5, 2020, the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element was released for public review.  On July 14, 2022 the Planning Commission will hold a hearing to receive an overview of the draft Housing Element, take public comment, and provide…
City Launches New Website
City Launches New Website
The City launched a new website last week that features a clean and modern design and enhanced mobile compatibility. The website aligns with the City’s goals of inclusivity, providing the capability for Spanish translation and a better…
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Hourly Parking Rate Changes at Downtown Parking Lots
The hourly rates at Downtown parking lots increased to $2.50 an hour last week. This is in response to the rising costs of performing parking-related services, major maintenance, and capital improvements; and will ensure Downtown Parking…
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