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…
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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…
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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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Fire and Police Commission Special Recruitment
The City is looking for individuals to fill an unscheduled vacancy on our Fire and Police Commission. This is an incredible opportunity to serve on the Commission and make a real impact in our community. This role will run through December…
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Trolley Pilot Project
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, Visit Santa Barbara, Downtown Santa Barbara, and the City have teamed up to launch the Santa Barbara Visitor Trolley pilot project. This innovative initiative gives both visitors and…
Fitness equipment at Parque de los Niños
Public Fitness Stations Installed in Parque de Los Niños
The Parks and Recreation Department has installed fitness equipment in Parque de los Niños. The lower westside neighborhood park now features two cardio climbers and a multigym with 8 different exercise stations for a full-body workout.…
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SBA's Angi Daus Elected to SWAAAE Board of Directors
SBA is proud to announce that Angi Daus, Airport Marketing Supervisor, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Southwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SWAAAE). SWAAAE is a chapter of the nationwide…
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DE LA GUERRA PLAZA - CONCEPTUAL DRAWING
De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project -Latest Concept Plan
After two postponements, the De La Guerra Revitalization Project latest concept plan will be heard at the Historic Landmarks Commission on Wednesday, August 2nd.  The item is scheduled to be heard at approximately 4:00 PM.  If…
Scott poses with airport staff holding his EOM plaque
SBA Employee of the Month: Scott Heffelfinger
Congratulations to Scott Heffelfinger, SBA’s Employee of the Month for May! Scott serves as an Operations Specialist within the Operations Division at SBA. Scott has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance, professionalism, and…
Airport News
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Anacapa Street Library Book Return Moving
To keep our patrons and staff safe, the Library Book Return in front of the Courthouse on Anacapa Street will be removed on Monday, August 7. Additional Books Returns have been installed on Anapamu Street between State and Anacapa Streets…
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Fitness equipment at Parque de los Niños
Public Fitness Stations Installed in Parque de los Niños
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has completed a project to install fitness equipment in Parque de los Niños. The project aims to provide new recreational opportunities within the small lower…
Parks & Rec News
Image shows a faucet with the City seal and text that reads "Late Fees and Service Disconnections to Resume for Past Due Utility Bills"
Need Help Paying Your Water Bill? Apply for Assistance!
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is available to City customers in need of bill assistance. LIHWAP is a federally funded program offering a one-time benefit of up to $15,000 per household for past-due or current…
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