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Photos of a Preapproved ADU rendering with a covered front deck
NEW! Preapproved ADU Program Now Available
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of our Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program—a faster, more affordable way for homeowners to build detached ADUs on their property. 
Aerial image of downtown Santa Barbara looking toward the north over sterns wharf
How to Engage in this Year’s Budget Process
The City of Santa Barbara has released its Recommended Two-Year Financial Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 & 2027 and the Operating & Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, and we’re inviting the community to get involved, learn how the…
City Hall and El Paseo
Council to Consider Additional Tenant Protections
On Tuesday, April 22, the City Council will consider an ordinance to bolster the City’s existing tenant protections related to evictions due to substantial remodels by adding three provisions initially recommended by the Ordinance…
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Library Invites Businesses to Participate in Promotions for National Library Week
As part of a campaign celebrating National Library Week, the Library is inviting local businesses to show their support by offering a special promotion to customers that show their library card when making a purchase. Not only is this a…
Newly planted landscaping at the torii gate garden in Shoreline Park
Torii Gate Garden Restoration Completed at Shoreline Park
City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation staff have completed work on the Shoreline Park Torii Gate Garden Restoration Project. The donation-funded project was a collaboration between the Parks and Recreation…
Parks & Rec News
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Find Your Next Career Opportunity at the State Street Job Fair on April 19
Santa Barbara Public Library invites job seekers to the State Street Job Fair on April 19 from 3 - 5 p.m., where they will have the opportunity to connect with over 100 employers with immediate openings in the Santa…
Library News
Teanna Herrera holding her recognition plaque, standing next to Chris (Airport Director) and Sara (Development Manager)
SBA February Employee of the Month: Teanna Herrera
SBA’s February Employee of the Month has been award to Teanna Herrera, Senior Engineering Tech! Teanna was selected for providing departmental IT coordination and support for a variety of programs.
Airport News
San Jose Bridge with Sandspit Rd exit in the background
Highway 217 Construction to Impact Airport Access (Update)
In mid-April, CalTrans will begin construction on Highway 217 which may impact access to the Airport. The Sandspit Road on and offramps may be periodically closed as crews replace the bridge above San Jose Creek. Passengers traveling…
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Reduced-Cost Lifeguard Training This Spring
In an ongoing effort to improve the community's water safety, the Parks and Recreation Department will offer reduced-cost lifeguard certification courses in March and May. While the average training and certification cost is around $…
This image shows a neighborhood with a logo that reads "Paseos Project"
Construction Continues for the Westside Community Paseos Project
Construction for the Westside Community Paseos Project, will continue this month (weather permitting) on the 600 block of W. Micheltorena Street. The Paseos Project will provide strong walking and biking connections within the Westside,…
Project Plan for Micheltorena Street
Construction Continues for the Westside Community Paseos Project
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. 
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Downtown Altercation – Two Sustain Stab Wounds
On March 12, 2023, at 3:16 am, Santa Barbara Police Officers responded to a report of a physical altercation involving two groups of individuals around 500 State Street, where two victims sustained stab wounds.
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