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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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Santa Barbara Business in Art Award Winners Announced
The Santa Barbara County Office of Arts and Culture is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Santa Barbara Business in Art Award. Established by the City of Santa Barbara’s Arts Advisory Committee in 2006, the award is presented…
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PSPS & Wildfire Safety Community Meeting 9/25
Southern California Edison (SCE) invites Santa Barbara County residents to a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) & Wildfire Safety Community Meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the Santa Barbara County Education Office…
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Step Up for Safer Streets: California Marks September as Pedestrian Safety Month
September is Pedestrian Safety Month in California. The Santa Barbara Police Department would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert for people walking on our roads. By always taking extra precautions, you can help protect…
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Child Passenger Safety Week: Protect Your Child with the Right Car Seat
Santa Barbara, CA. – The Santa Barbara Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies, public health departments, and other community organizations to raise awareness about the importance of keeping children in the correct car seat…
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Water Main Replacement on Cliff Drive & Surrounding Streets
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure on Cliff Drive and surrounding streets starting in early October.PROJECT BENEFITS: The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure, including piping, valves, and…
Paving Notice - Fellowship Road
Street Maintenance Underway on Las Positas Road, Shoreline Drive, and Other Streets Through November 13
Construction started Monday, September 15 and will continue through Thursday, November 13 as American Asphalt South, Inc., under contract with the City of Santa Barbara, removes pavement markings on various city streets including:• …
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You’re invited: Community Baby Shower
Get Ready to welcome your bundle of joy! New and expecting parents and caregivers can connect, learn, and access free resources on October 4th at Central Library.
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City Welcomes New Leadership Across Key Departments
The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce several key leadership appointments that will help shape the future of our community. These new leaders bring decades of experience and a shared commitment to public service, innovation, and…
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Triennial Construction Code Adoption
Every three years, the State of California amends and adopts updates to the International Construction Codes. The City, in turn, adopts the State’s updates and any local amendments by ordinance. These then become the governing construction…
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