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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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9-1-1 Service Restored
As of 9:00 a.m., 9-1-1 phone lines to local dispatch centers' service are fully restored throughout the city of Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are working to resume flight…
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Sip Sustainably This Summer and Save!
The Sustainability & Resilience Department is partnering with Dune Coffee to offer $1 off your drink when you bring in your own reusable cup, or order your drink "for here". You can also upgrade to a reusable branded clay cup for no…
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New California Rebates Announced for Heat Pump Water Heater Upgrades as Federal Tax Credit Set to Expire
Great news for homeowners! TECH Clean California has announced new funding available for heat pump water heater rebates, making it even easier for homeowners to upgrade to cleaner, energy-efficient systems.
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Final Funding Secured to Complete Santa Barbara U.S. 101 Multimodal Corridor
$134 million award—the largest in California—completes funding for U.S. 101 through Santa Barbara and delivers major multimodal upgrades.
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Santa Barbara Reads 2025: The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen
The wait is over, library patrons! Santa Barbara Public Library is excited to announce the SB Reads 2025 selection, and first graphic novel choice, early so that you can gear up for inspiring conversations and engaging community events.
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ADA 35 – Celebrate July 26, 2025
35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The City of Santa Barbara is proud to support and acknowledge the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). On July 26th, the City celebrates this important civil rights law that works to ensure all people with…
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New Bicycle and E-Conveyance Safety Ordinance Now in Effect
The City of Santa Barbara adopted a new ordinance in March 2025 that outlines updated rules for safely operating bicycles and electric transportation devices (or “e-conveyances”) on public roads, sidewalks, bike paths, and shared spaces.…
Crowd at the Special City Council Meeting on July 15, 2025.
City Hosts Immigration Town Hall to Share Resources and Hear from the Community
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the City, in partnership with 805UndocuFund, held a community town hall focused on immigration at Franklin Community Center. Attendees had the opportunity to offer public comment and share local resources for…
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Paving Notice - W. Arrellaga Street
Paving & Grinding ScheduleWednesday, July 16 (grinding only)600-700 blocks of W. Arrellaga St.
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