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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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Front entrance of the SBA terminal with graphic that reads "2025 newsweek readers choice nominee"
Vote SBA for Best Small Airport
Santa Barbara Airport is nominated for Best Small Airport in the 2025 Newsweek Readers' Choice Awards! Help get us to the top of the list by casting your vote on the Newsweek website. Each person can vote once per day throughout the 28-day…
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Los Patos Roundabout
Nighttime Paving at the Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout
As part of the Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout Project, nighttime work will occur on Cabrillo Boulevard at the Roundabout starting Tuesday, March 25 through Thursday, March 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. to allow for drainage and paving…
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Stolen Vehicle Suspect Apprehended After Short Foot Pursuit
On March 11, 2025 at 10:27 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Dispatch received a call of stolen vehicle from the 500 Block of Red Rose Lane. While officers were taking the report, dispatch received a call from the vehicle manufacturer who advised…
New Harbor Patrol Vessel
Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol Welcomes Next-Generation Emergency Response Vessel
On Monday, March 10, 2025, at 8:00 a.m., the City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department proudly welcomed Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol’s next-generation patrol, fire, and rescue vessel, the M2 Catamaran from Moose Boats LLC, with a…
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Upcoming Nighttime Paving to Improve City Streets March 23 Through March 26
To reduce daytime traffic and business impacts, the City will be performing nighttime construction between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. from March 23 through March 26 (weather permitting) to grind off existing asphalt and place new asphalt…
Rumble Strip Installation
Rumble Strip Installation Occurring on E. Los Olivos Street Near Mountain Drive Thursday, March 27
The City of Santa Barbara Streets Operations Division will be installing rumble strips on the northbound lane of East Los Olivos Street near Mountain Drive on Thursday, March 27 (please see map below).East Los Olivos Street near Mountain…
Front entrance of the SBA terminal
Spring Break Travel Tips
Looking to make your spring travels stress-free? Remember to arrive early and be prepared! Follow the helpful tips and tricks below to make sure your travels out of SBA are as smooth as possible.
Airport News
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Self-Serve Sandbag Stations and Emergency Parking Program
For current storm information, visit Widespread Storm Forecast for Santa Barbara County Mid March 2025. The City encourages residents to stay informed, take necessary precautions, and report any concerns. Stay away from…
Milpas Intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk as vehicles share the intersection.
City Council Appeal on March 11, 2025, of Parks and Recreation Commission’s Motion to Remove 13 Street Trees and Plant 37 New Trees for Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project
A resident appealed the Parks and Recreation Commission’s (PRC) motion to approve the removal of 13 street trees and planting of 37 new trees associated with the Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project. The appeal goes…
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