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Triennial Construction Code Adoption
Every three years, the State of California amends and adopts updates to the International Construction Codes. The City, in turn, adopts the State’s updates and any local amendments by ordinance. These then become the governing construction…
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2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Available for Review
The Program Year 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is now available for public review and comment. This report summarizes and evaluates previous achievements that were undertaken to meet the City's 5-year…
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Bubbles Take Over State Street This September
This September, the City is sponsoring free, family-friendly bubble play events every Saturday. Bubbles will be taking over State Street between De La Guerra Street and State Street, creating a fun, interactive experience for the whole…
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Raíces y sueños call for vendors
Santa Barbara Public Library invites local Hispanic and Hispanic background community member artists who would like to reserve a vendor booth at the Michael Towbes Library Plaza on November 9, 2024. This is a wonderful opportunity to sell…
Library News
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Construction Updates
As construction progresses at SBPL locations, please return here for the latest information regarding closures or changes at all of our branches. We look forward to inviting you into revitalized spaces very soon!
Library News
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Adapted Recreation Bowling Program Kicks Off This Fall
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host it's popular Adapted Recreation Bowling Program again this year!
Parks & Rec News
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Neighborhood Cleanup Saturday, October 12!
Join the City's Clean Community Division and Santa Barbara Channelkeeper for a neighborhood cleanup! Come by to pick up a cleanup kit or graffiti removal supplies and help transform the neighborhood. 🌎Date: Saturday,…
Sustainability News
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Airport Police Officers Presented with Life-Saving Awards
On Thursday, September 26, two of Santa Barbara Airport's Police Officers were presented with special Life-Saving Awards recognizing their exceptional actions while on duty.Officer Nick Conforti was recognized for his quick response to a…
Airport News
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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
The City of Santa Barbara celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing the vibrant contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. A proclamation was presented at the October 1, 2024, City Council meeting and accepted by…
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City Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The City presented a proclamation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which was accepted by the Santa Barbara Police Association and Police Chief Kelly Gordon during the City Council meeting on October 1, 2024. 
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UPDATE - Barricaded Subject – 500 North Salsipuedes Street
UPDATE: 9/30/24 at 1:00 p.m. The situation in the 500 block of Salsipuedes Street has been resolved, and the male suspect has been taken into custody without further incident. Several emergency vehicles will…
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Update on Strategies and Initiatives to Address Homelessness
At the September 24, 2024, City Council meeting, staff provided an Update on Strategies and Initiatives to Address Homelessness.
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