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A Midwinter Night's Dream performed by the Santa Barbara Gay Men's Chorus, an Organizational Development grantee
2026 City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grant Recipients
The City has awarded more than $240,000 in Cultural Arts Grants to 32 local organizations that keep our community inspired and connected through the arts. Funded by the City and administered by the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts…
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End of Year Deadline for Building Permit Application Submissions Under the 2022 Code Cycle
End of Year Closure The City’s Land Development Team will observe its annual Holiday Closure from Friday, December 19, 2025, through Monday, January 5, 2026. During this period, most offices and operations will be…
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Adaptive Reuse Projects – New Rules Coming Soon
On October 21, 2025, the Santa Barbara City Council adopted a new inland zoning ordinance section― to support and incentivize adaptive reuse projects that convert existing, nonresidential buildings to housing.  …
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Due to the increased community transmission of COVID-19, the Library is introducing a modified service model for use of Library Facilities from Thursday, January 6 through February 14, 2022. The Library will evaluate public health…
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Welcome & Congratulations Officer Conforti
Welcome to the newest member of our airport patrol, officer Nicholas Conforti! Officer Conforti recently completed 830 hours of training at the Allan Hancock Law Enforcement Academy, graduated as class valedictorian and received awards for…
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Video Segment Release – “Upfront with SBPD” Alternative Call Response
The Santa Barbara Police Department has just released another episode of “Upfront with SBPD.” This episode centers around alternative call response and how the Combined Communications Center prioritizes calls for service. *Click below for…
Learn With Coursera and Learning Express
Are you looking for opportunities to develop new skills for work, school, or perhaps just want to fulfill a New Year's resolution? Santa Barbara Public Library now offers access to learning platforms Coursera and LearningExpress. Both…
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Independent Redistricting Commission Bilingual In-Person Community Hearings Kick Off
You have an opportunity to share with the City how you think voting district boundaries should be drawn to best represent your community. The City is in the process of redistricting—adjusting the lines of voting districts in accordance…
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Wipes Clog Pipes
Many household cleaning products are labeled both disposable and flushable. While these products are convenient, they can lead to costly sewer blockages in homes, businesses, and wastewater systems. Unlike toilet paper, these…
Stearns Wharf to Celebrate 150th Anniversary
In honor of the iconic landmark’s 150th anniversary, Stearns Wharf merchants will hold Wharf Wednesdays on the first Wednesday of each month. There will be anniversary specials with a bit of history and family-friendly activities. The…
Volunteers Needed for 2022 Point in Time Count
The purpose of the Point-in-Time (PIT Count) is to obtain a snapshot census of people experiencing homelessness in Santa Barbara County on one night in January. Teams of volunteers will canvas assigned routes throughout the County and will…
Stop and Smell the Roses, Rose Pruning Day Is Back!
Every rose has it's thorn -- and they need a little TLC to ensure a fantastic spring bloom. The City is calling on all gardening enthusiasts for Rose Pruning Day, as the cherished tradition returns. The annual A. C. Postel Memorial Rose…
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