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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Faulkner Gallery will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. 
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…
Image on man at computer submitting Plan Check Responses via DigEplan
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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State Street Undercrossing Ribbon Cutting
Investing in Community Safety and Connectivity: City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Completion of Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 4, to celebrate the official opening of the new undercrossing.
Cliff Drive road between Oliver and Meigs Roads
Notice of Proposed Tree Removals and New Tree Plantings for Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project
The Cliff Drive Vision Zero project (Project) proposes removing 23 of the existing 322 street trees on Cliff Drive, with approximately 70 new street tree planting opportunities. The Project consultant arborist identified them as impacted…
Groundbreaking guests wearing hard hats and holding gold shovels
Construction Underway for Full-Scale Renovation of Dwight Murphy Field
A groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of construction for the long-awaited Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Project. The renovation will transform the 100-year-old park into a modern, inclusive recreation space designed to serve a…
Parks & Rec News
Vic Trace aerial showing an above ground reservoir.
Conceptual Drawings Will be Presented to Architectural Board of Review on June 9
The City of Santa Barbara’s Public Works Department will be presenting conceptual drawings of the Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project (Project) to the City’s Architectural Board of Review (ABR) on Monday, June 9 at 3:00 P.M. The…
Clay cup on wood table. The cup is labeled “Dune Coffee Roasters – City of Santa Barbara.”
Santa Barbara Launches ‘Choose to Reuse’ Pilot with Dune Coffee Roasters
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with Dune Coffee Roasters, has launched a new summer pilot program aimed at reducing single-use coffee cup waste one reusable cup at a time.
Sustainability News
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Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout Project Completed
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Cabrillo-Los Patos Roundabout, a joint project with the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG). The roundabout reduces congestion and improves safety…
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Paving Notice - Mountain Avenue and Robbins Street
 
Milpas Intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk as vehicles share the intersection.
Removal of Eight Ficus Trees on Milpas Street
As part of the Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project (Project), the City will remove eight Laurel Fig (Ficus) trees in June and July 2025. These trees have been identified as safety and accessibility concerns. Before…
Progress Pride Flag with Happy Pride text and City seal.
Pride Month Proclamation 2025
The City of Santa Barbara proudly celebrates its diverse and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, honoring the resilience, creativity, and contributions of its members. In recognition of Pride Month, the City reaffirms its commitment to fostering…
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