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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Flights Added for Summer Travel
Still need to book your summer travel? Take advantage of increased flight service this season. Both United and Southwest are adding additional flights to their schedules to help get you where you’re going, including LAX, Las Vegas, and…
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National Disability Independence Day is July 26
Thirty-three years ago, on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law to ensure the civil rights of people with disabilities; establishing a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of…
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Low-Cost Swim Lessons Still Available This Summer
A limited number of low-cost group swim lessons are still available for children ages six months to 12 years. Residents can register for a session of eight 30-minute lessons at a cost of roughly $6 per lesson to ensure their children have…
Plan of Traffic Changes to the Intersection of De La Vina and Sola Streets. Map shows, "New Traffic Signal, Lighting, and Traffic Diverter"
Traffic Circulation Changes on Sola Street
The Westside Community Paseos Project (Project) is funded primarily through Active Transportation Program grant funds and will provide walking and biking connections within the Westside and from the Westside to Downtown. Construction…
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Building Permit Inspection Blackout Dates
Building & Safety Division Inspection Staff will be in training on the following two dates and no building permit inspections will be conducted: Wednesday, July 26, 2023 Wednesday, August 9, 2023 The Building…
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National Night Out with SBPD
Santa Barbara Police Department's National Night Out Community Event Tuesday, August 1, 2023 5:30 - 7:30 PM Mission Street Ice Cream & Yogurt
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Visitor Trolley Pilot Project Launches
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, Visit Santa Barbara, Downtown Santa Barbara, and the City have launched the "Santa Barbara Visitor Trolley" pilot project to expand transportation options in downtown Santa Barbara. The…
Alllison DeBusk New City Planner
Appointment of New City Planner – Allison DeBusk
Congratulations to Allison DeBusk, the newly appointed City Planner! Allison has been a key member of the City of Santa Barbara’s Planning Division for nearly 20 years and is respected throughout the organization and community for her…
Wideshot of the Freshful Fridge on the second floor of the terminal
Freshful Fridge Relocated to Gate Area
Have you tried SBA's Freshful Fridge? This new smart fridge has recently been relocated to the second floor of the Terminal, near Gate 2. Now you can grab your snacks and beverages after security, while waiting for your flight! Freshful…
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