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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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…
Photo of downspout emptying to gravel that helps with storm water management and run off.
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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Realignment of Modoc Road Multiuse Path
Beginning on October 17, the City will begin realigning the roadway in preparation of the construction of the multiuse path south of Modoc Road connecting the City’s portion to Santa Barbara County’s Multiuse Path. This realigning project…
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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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SBA's Newly Painted Piano
As part of the Pianos on State program, SBA is happy to have it's freshly painted piano back in the building! This year's design is titled "Bunnies in the Sun," by Sharyn Chan (@_artbear_). Thank you for the wonderful painting artistry,…
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State Street Bikes Pedestrians August 2022 News Crop
Upcoming Joint Historic Landmarks Commission and Planning Commission Meeting – October 14
On Friday, October 14, 2022, the Historic Landmarks Commission and Planning Commission will hold a joint special meeting to receive a presentation on the State Street Master Plan and discuss the past, present, and future condition of…
State Street Bikes Pedestrians August 2022 News Crop
Upcoming Joint Historic Landmarks Commission and Planning Commission Meeting – October 14
On Friday, October 14, 2022, the Historic Landmarks Commission and Planning Commission will hold a joint special meeting to receive a presentation on the State Street Master Plan and discuss the past, present, and future condition of…
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People stroll along the sidewalk of Chase Palm Park during the Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Shows
Booth Spaces Available to Local Artisans
Become a part of the Arts and Crafts Show just in time for the holiday season. Display your products to visitors and locals on Cabrillo Boulevard at the City's weekly open-air market every Sunday. Artisans must be residents of the County…
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Library Art Show
The Library’s Art Show, Through Many Windows: A World Reimagined, is available to view at the Central Library throughout the month of October.  Inspired by this year’s SB Reads title, The Fifth Season by NK Jemisin, local…
This image shows the 8 newly sworn in Santa Barbara Police Department Officers standing in a line with Chief Kelly Gordon.
Eight New Police Officers Sworn In
Chief Kelly Gordon swore in eight new police officers last week, including six academy graduates and two lateral officers. Many of these new officers are Santa Barbara County natives and come from law enforcement families. The six…
Photo shows the bottom of the Thousand Steps beach on the Mesa. Image depicts the new handrail and steps with the sand and ocean in view.
Thousand Steps Reopened After Safety Repairs and Improvements
Thousand Steps has reopened after a six-month closure. During that time, the City Parks and Recreation Department made significant safety repairs and improvements to the popular landmark, which serves as one of three public beach access…
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