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    Proposals for Community Development Block Grant and Human Service Programs
    Now is the time for proposals from eligible applicants for the Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029 Human Services Grant Funding and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. Approximately $852,000 is available in Human Services and…
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    Inclement Weather Beds Activated at Casa Cacique
    In response to forecasted weather conditions, Casa Cacique has activated its Inclement Weather Bed Program to provide additional shelter options for individuals seeking a safe place to stay.25 inclement weather beds available.Open until…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 27, 2026
    On October 27, the City Council reviewed plans to optimize Information Technology (IT) services, considered updates to the City’s reserve policy, and discussed proposed amendments to the Just Cause for Residential Evictions Ordinance.
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Kids’ World Playground to Close for Maintenance
Kids’ World, the 8,000-square-foot wooden playground within Alameda Park, will be closed for regularly scheduled maintenance from Tuesday, September 5, through Thursday, September 14. The unique all-wood structure requires…
Parks & Rec News
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Construction Begins on Solar Photovoltaic and Battery Energy Storage Systems Installation at the Granada Garage
Recently, the City began construction on a 425 kilowatt (kW) solar photovoltaic system and battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Granada Garage. This project will generate, store, and supply electricity to the Granada Garage and…
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Update: Caltrans Construction Near Airport
Two separate Caltrans projects to replace the San Jose Creek Bridges on Highway 101 and Route 217 are currently underway. There will be a full overnight closure of Route 217 on Monday, August 28 and Tuesday, August 29 from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m…
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Experience the City By Bike and Check Out the New Bike Network Map
Check out the new and interactive GIS story map of the City’s Bike Network with information on the bike network and type of bike facilities. The City has exceeded the 2016 Bicycle Master Plan’s goal to add 30 miles of additional bikeways…
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East Beach Restoration Project
The East Beach Habitat Restoration Project will implement the restoration of native plants on sand dunes currently covered by non-native, invasive ice plant. Native coastal dune plant species aid in the formation of sand dunes, support…
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MTD's New Express Bus Service Starts Today
Starting today, avoid the hassle of traffic and parking and hop on the Line 19x! Get to Carpinteria, Milpas Street on Santa Barbara’s Eastside, and Santa Barbara City College, with service running year round except during the college's…
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Upcoming State Street Advisory Committee Meeting – September 6
On Wednesday, September 6, 2023, the City will present the State Street transportation history and key transportation considerations for the long-term design. The agenda is available on the State Street Advisory Committee page.…
State Street News
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Section of Cliff Drive Closed to Traffic August 28 - 31
The City Street Operations Production Paving Crew will be closing Cliff Drive to traffic between Alan Road and Marina Drive (see map) from Monday, August 28 through Thursday, August 31. City crews will be grinding and repaving the road…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Offers Volunteer Tutor Training for Reading Intervention Program
The Santa Barbara Public Library will host a three-session tutor training September 11th, 14th & 18th from 5:30-8:00 p.m. for volunteers interested in supporting struggling students through the SBPL OG Readers Tutoring Program at the…
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