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Rendering of potential pedestrian and bicycle U.S. Highway 101 overcrossing
Grant-Funding Application Update for Lower Eastside Community Connectivity Active Transportation Plan
The City applied for grant funding in June 2024 through the State’s Active Transportation Program (Program) Cycle 7 to design and construct the pedestrian and bicycle overcrossing as well as implement all safety enhancements throughout the…
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Volunteer Opportunity: Neighborhood Cleanup This Saturday
The Clean Community Division is hosting a neighborhood cleanup on Cacique and Alisos Streets. Stop by to pick up a cleanup kit or graffiti removal supplies and lend a hand in cleaning up the area. Volunteers will focus on litter removal,…
Sustainability News
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One-Stop Destinations on American Airlines
Think you have to fly out of Los Angeles for your next big trip? Think again!
Airport News
Statue in front of Arches at the Santa Barbara Mission
Drafts Available for Review – Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and Guidelines for Historic Resources
The City of Santa Barbara has released draft updates to the Master Environmental Assessment (MEA) Guidelines for Archaeological Resources and MEA Guidelines for Historic Resources. These documents, published separately,…
Participant dances at the Adapted Recreation Spring Fling
Adapted Valentine's Day Dance Welcomes All Abilities
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department's Adapted Recreation Program is hosting its annual Valentine's Dance on Friday, February 14 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Parks & Rec News
Lunar New Year text on red background with lanterns
Lunar New Year Family Festival at the Central Library
Free activities, performances, snacks, prizes, and Chinese books for all families big and small!
Library News
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Paving - Island View Dr. and Surf View Dr.
The City of Santa Barbara Streets Operations Division will be paving part of the Alta Mesa neighborhood from Tuesday, January 21st through Thursday, January 23rd impacting Island View Drive and Surf View Drive with road closures.…
MTD Transit Center in downtown Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara MTD Asks Public to Weigh in on a Proposed Fare Structure Change
On behalf of Santa Barbara MTD - MTD has kicked off a public outreach process seeking input from the public on a proposed adjustment to MTD’s bus fare structure. MTD’s fares have been unchanged for the…
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Santa Barbara County Association of Governments Elects New Leaders for 2025
Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse is elected Chair. County Supervisor Roy Lee, Buellton Mayor David Silva, Lompoc Mayor James Mosby, and Solvang Mayor David Brown join the Board as new members. 
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