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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Faulkner Gallery will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. 
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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Map of the paving area showcasing Alameda Padre Serra to Clifton Street and Eucalyptus Hill Road.
Paving Happening in the Right-of-Way
The City will be paving on Eucalyptus Hill Road from Alameda Padre Serra to Clifton Street on Tuesday and Wednesday. Paving will also take place on Salinas Place and Oak Street this week and next Monday. During these two projects you may…
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Report Bee Swarms and Hives for Relocation
As an official Bee City USA, it is City policy to save bees and not exterminate them. We will dispatch beekeepers to assess the situation and have the bees safely relocated. Who to call depends on where you find the bees. If you find a…
This image features a look at the airport terminal with seating and a large monitor with Kevin Costner and message that reads "Download the Autio App to start exploring Santa Barbara & get your first 5 audio stories free"
The Airport Selects FUSE Connect to Enhance Regional Partnerships and Advertising Program
The Airport announced that FUSE Connect has been awarded a three-year contract to oversee the partnership and advertising program at the Airport. As part of the agreement, FUSE will be investing resources to enhance the passenger…
Police Chief Kelly Ann Gordon
Kelly Ann Gordon Named Chief of Police
Last week, Kelly Ann Gordon was named Chief of Police for the Santa Barbara Police Department. Her new role is effective September 19. Chief Gordon brings 26 years of experience in policing to Santa Barbara. Most recently, she was the…
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Alternating Night & Day Work on N Salsipuedes and N Calle Cesar Chavez
As installation of the new Desal Link pipeline progresses down North Salsipuedes Street, the project will alternate between night and day work. Crews will work at night in areas with mainly commercial businesses to enable daytime access…
Lawn and steps leading to Carousel House
Venue Discounts Offered to Local Residents and Nonprofits
City of Santa Barbara residents and nonprofits can receive a discount on reservations at event venues managed by the Parks and Recreation Department with proof of residence. In addition to discounted rates, most indoor venues include…
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construction showing the demolition of the stairwell and a hole in the ground for the elevator
Central Library Open Hours and Construction Update: September 2022
Construction continues at the Central Library, but Library staff are pleased to announce that the main level of the Library will be open for holds pick up and browsing collections of all physical library materials, including children’s and…
Library News
SBA Terminal featuring advertising monitors
SBA Selects FUSE Connect to Enhance Regional Partnerships and Advertising Program
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) has announced that FUSE Connect (FUSE) has been awarded a three-year contract to oversee the partnership and advertising program at the Airport. "Being selected by SBA to oversee the relationships it is building…
Airport News
SBA Staff Member Brian Reed
SBA Employee Spotlight: Brian Reed
SBA Employee Spotlight: Brian Reed, Airport Senior Maintenance Worker Brian has been an Airport Senior Maintenance Worker for nine years, but started in airport maintenance at SBA in 2005! Brian is the perfect fit for…
Airport News
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