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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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Paving Mesa Neighborhood
The City of Santa Barbara Street Operations Production Paving Crew will be paving roads in your neighborhood starting end of June 2024 and is anticipated to be completed early August 2024.WHAT TO EXPECT: The project will…
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The City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Juneteenth
The City of Santa Barbara proudly sponsors the upcoming Juneteenth celebration, honoring Black Independence Day. Juneteenth Santa Barbara is a collaborative effort to showcase Black culture, talent, and joy within the community. Featuring…
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SBA Celebrates Return of Delta Airlines
On Friday, June 7, Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) celebrated the return of Delta Air Lines and the launch of two new nonstop routes: Salt Lake City (SLC) and Atlanta (ATL).
Airport News
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Concerts in the Park Series Returns to Chase Palm Park This Month
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced the return of the annual concert series, Concerts in the Park.
Parks & Rec News
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Vic Trace Reservoir to Receive Updated, Resilient Design
The City of Santa Barbara has awarded contracts for the environmental and design phases of the Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project. This is a significant step toward ensuring a safe, resilient water delivery system for the community…
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Free, Seasonal Pools Open for Summer
The City of Santa Barbara will open two seasonal pools for the summer. Oak Park Wading Pool will open June 17 and Ortega Park Swimming Pool will open June 22.
Parks & Rec News
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Upcoming State Street Advisory Committee Meeting – June 26, 2024
The State Street Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on June 26th to discuss the State Street Master Plan. Event Details
State Street News
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2024 Annual Action Plan Draft Open for Public Comment
In order for the City to receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), an Annual Action Plan (AAP) must be…
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Volunteer Trail Restoration Event Marks First Step to Reopening San Ysidro Trail
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is looking to recruit up to 75 volunteers to begin trail restoration efforts on the San Ysidro Trail, a U.S. Forest Service trail within the Los Padres National Forest. The trail…
Parks & Rec News
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