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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…
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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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Paving on La Coronilla Drive
Paving ScheduleMonday, March 24th (red)1700-1800 blocks of La Coronilla DriveThe City o
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Tree Tags: Tree Survey Along Cliff Drive
You may have recently noticed trees that have been tagged along Cliff Drive. The tree tags are associated with an arborist tree survey being conducted for the Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project (Project). A tree survey is needed to assess…
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Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders Event
Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 9:00-11:30 at the Westside Community Center (423 W. Victoria St.) for Pancakes and Car Seats with First Responders!Stop by for a free car seat inspection by certified car seat…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Creek Buffer Ordinance Q&A Session Scheduled for Friday, March 21
The initial public comment period on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance began January 15, 2025 and ends March 24, 2025. For any stakeholders with remaining questions on the current Draft Ordinance, the City of Santa Barbara is hosting a…
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City Parking Lot 5 (Victoria Lot) Concrete and Pavement Maintenance Starting March 31 Through April 18
Granite Construction Company, a contractor for City of Santa Barbara, will be performing concrete improvements and pavement maintenance within City Parking Lot 5 (Victoria Lot).  Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 31, 2025,…
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Children’s Resource Fair Connecting Families with Resources for Childcare, Education, and Parenting Support
The Santa Barbara Public Library, in partnership with the Santa Barbara County Education Office and Santa Barbara Childcare Planning Council, invites community members to the Children’s Resource Fair. This event offers information on…
Library News
Nature Camp counselors lead kids in a song and dance
Now Hiring for Summer Job Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting hourly employees to support summer programs and services ahead of peak season. Seasonal positions play a critical role in the operation of summer camps, seasonal…
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara Public Library Now Offering Ice in Paradise Passes
Glide into fun with this new addition to the Library of Things Collection!The Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the addition of 30 passes to Ice in Paradise, each offering free admission for two skaters. This new…
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Watershed Stewards outdoor landscaping, conservation project.
Volunteer Planting & Restoration Event at Adams Elementary School
The Watershed Stewards Program, in partnership with the City of Santa Barbara Creeks Division, invites community members to participate in a hands-on environmental restoration event at Adams Elementary School on Saturday, March 22…
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