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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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Vic Trace Reservoir
Checking Underground Utilities in the Vic Trace Project Neighborhood
The City of Santa Barbara’s Public Works Department contractor, Underground Solutions Inc., will be excavating small areas within City streets in the neighborhood around Vic Trace Reservoir to accurately locate underground utility lines…
Sparky the Fire Dog, wearing yellow firefighter gear, holds a model of a home in his hands with a city skyline in the background. The image promotes Fire Prevention Week 2025 with the theme “Charge into Fire Safety,” highlighting lithium-ion battery safety at home.
From Phones to Power Tools: Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries
City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Urges Residents During Fire Prevention WeekNational Fire Prevention Week takes place October 5–11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion…
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Halloween Dance for People of All Abilities Set for October 31
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department's Adapted Recreation Program is hosting its annual all-inclusive Halloween Dance on Friday, October 31 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Storm Water Management Resources and Training Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the release of new Storm Water Resource Management Guides, now available online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SWMP. These updated resources include:  
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Pianos on State Return!
Pianos on State is an interactive public art and music experience that takes place every October in downtown Santa Barbara. Each piano, painted by local artists, becomes an interactive work of art placed in public spaces for the community…
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Pay Your Utility Bill by ACH to Avoid Processing Fees
On June 1, 2025, the City of Santa Barbara transitioned to a new fee structure for all credit card and debit card payments. Customers paying their utility bills online, in-office, and by AutoPay (recurring payments) with a credit or debit…
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Santa Barbara County Voters to Receive Voter Information Guides and Encouraged to Verify Registration
California’s Statewide Special Election is Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Registered voters throughout Santa Barbara County are now receiving their official Voter Information Guides in the mail, with delivery expected by the end of September.…
Vic Trace Reservoir
Upcoming Project Team Meet & Greet on Wednesday, October 1
On Wednesday, October 1 from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM, the City’s Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project team is hosting its first quarterly Meet and Greet at 1633 La Coronilla Drive (next to the reservoir driveway entrance). Neighbors are…
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Backwater Valves Can Prevent Sewer Backups
Sewer backups are not only unpleasant but can result in costly damages. If your property has toilets, tubs, or sinks located below the elevation of your street, you might be required to install an approved backwater valve.
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