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Reminder - Beware of Scam Invoice Emails
Protect Yourself From Fraudulent emails Claiming to be From The CityThe City of Santa Barbara is warning the community about scam invoice emails that impersonate City departments and request fraudulent payments. These fraudulent messages…
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Zapotec Weaving Meets Asphalt Art
Join lead artists Eddy Jimenez and Irene Ramirez for an engaging introduction to Zapotec rug weaving, natural dye techniques, and the cultural symbolism embedded in traditional designs. Through textiles on display, educational materials,…
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County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
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Holiday Waste Tips & News
MarBorg Holiday Service DelaysDue to the Christmas Day and New Year’s Day holidays, there will be a one-day delay in residential trash and recycling service following each holiday. If your regularly scheduled service day…
Sustainability News
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Share Your Feedback: Vic Trace Reservoir Environmental Impacts Comments Due December 18
Thank you to those who attended the City-hosted public meetings to learn more about the proposed environmental impacts to be studied in the CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) Environmental Impact Report for the Vic Trace Reservoir…
Public officils and safety partners gathered for a ribbon cutting on December 9, 2025
County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
Vic Trace aerial showing an above ground reservoir.
Rescheduled: Proposed Tree Removal and Replacement Meeting Updates – Street Tree Advisory Committee and Parks & Recreation Commission
The City of Santa Barbara’s Vic Trace Reservoir Replacement Project team presented proposed tree removals and replacements to the City’s Street Tree Advisory Committee on December 4, 2025. Based on Committee and public feedback, the…
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The City of Santa Barbara Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded the City of Santa Barbara the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for…
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Holiday Cheer at Santa Barbara Airport
The holidays are in full swing at Santa Barbara Airport, bringing extra cheer to travelers throughout the month of December. Throughout the season, visitors will notice festive décor across the airport—including a 14-ft tree, large holiday…
Airport News
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Reminder: Land Development – 2025 End of Year Closure
End of Year Closure As part of the City’s annual Holiday closure, most City Land Development Team offices and operations will be closed beginning Friday, December 19, 2025, and will resume business on Monday, January…
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Wildfire Resiliency Project Provides Food and Fun for Animals at Santa Barbara Zoo
The City of Santa Barbara’s Wildfire Resiliency Project has found an unexpected community benefit: feeding animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo.
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Toys for Tots Donations
Be a holiday hero! Donate any new, unwrapped toys, games, or books to Toys for Tots. The Santa Barbara Airport Administration Office is once again accepting donations. 
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