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The Plane Pull returns to SBA October 24! Register your team today. 

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    Council Meeting Recap – October 6, 2026
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council considered adoption of the Residential Rent Stabilization and Residential Rental Registry Programs, received the Access Advisory Committee’s annual report on its recent activities and achievements, and…
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    Catch Up on the County’s Virtual El Niño Briefing
    Santa Barbara County recently hosted a virtual community meeting to discuss anticipated El Niño conditions and preparedness efforts underway for the upcoming winter season. The briefing brought together local agencies and emergency…
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    County of Santa Barbara Shares Updates on Virtual El Niño Community Meeting
    Shared on behalf of the County of Santa Barbara: The County of Santa Barbara is sharing updated details for its Virtual El Niño Community Meeting, taking place on Thursday, October 1 from 5:30-7 p.m. The meeting will…
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Santa Barbara Clean Energy's Residential EV Program is Back!
Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE) is excited announce that our popular Residential EV Program relaunched earlier this month, with updated incentives that make switching to an electric vehicle (EV) more affordable.
Sustainability News
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Backflow Prevention Assemblies Protect Your Public and Private Drinking Water Systems
August 16 is National Backflow Prevention Day, recognizing the backflow prevention assemblies and cross-connection control programs that help protect our drinking water. Backflow occurs when water flows in the wrong direction, potentially…
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Junior Lifeguard Competition Returns to East Beach
The Junior Lifeguard Fiesta Invitational Competition returns to East Beach on Friday, July 17.
Parks & Rec News
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Road Closure of Mountain Drive on July 8 and 9
On Wednesday, July 8, the southbound lane of Mountain Drive will be closed between the intersection of Mountain Drive and Los Olivos Street/Mission Canyon Road. On Thursday, July 9, both lanes of Mountain Drive will be closed between the…
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Library Access for all SBUSD Students
Libraries help kids succeed and Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) and Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD) are working together to make library access easier than ever for students.
Library News
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Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 for the City of Santa Barbara
On June 30, 2026, the City of Santa Barbara adopted its operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027, as required by the City Charter. The FY2027 budget is comprised of all City funds, including the General Fund, special revenue…
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City of Santa Barbara Grants Applications Now Open
As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications must be…
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SCE Conducting Aerial Inspections in Santa Barbara
Southern California Edison (SCE) is continuing aerial inspections throughout Santa Barbara using drones and helicopters as part of its Wildfire Mitigation Plan.Residents may notice increased aircraft activity as inspection…
Sustainability News
400 square foot preapproved gable ADU concept by Besheda architects
Now Accepting Submissions for Preapproved ADU Program
The City of Santa Barbara is currently accepting submissions for designer-owned plans for preapproved Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). Submissions are now being accepted on a rolling basis, with no application deadline. 
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