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DigEplan News Item photo shows person on laptop to promote the new electronic plan review software
New Electronic Plan Review Software—DigEplan—For All Application Submittals Coming Soon
Coming Soon! The City is pleased to announce a move to new electronic plan review software—DigEplan—for all application submittals to enhance staff productivity and reduce manual processes. This new user-friendly software…
Human Resources Staff Photo. Employees smiling on steps of city hall.
How the City Supports an Inclusive Workforce
The City of Santa Barbara celebrates inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility within our community and organization through meaningful actions to ensure everyone has opportunities for success. We value the diverse experiences,…
Chubby Checker performing at the Lobero. City Grantee Lobero Theatre Foundation. Photo Credit Sherry Rayn Barnett
City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Now Open!
As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications are being…
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Sustainably SBPL Monthly Challenge March: Connect with Nature
Why?Connecting with nature is good for our mental health, and provides great opportunities for learning and exercise outdoors. Nature also connects us with others in our community. Santa Barbara is an incredible place to…
Library News
Aerial view of East beach where you can see the east beach habitat restoration work
East Beach Habitat Restoration Project Installation Milestone
The City of Santa Barbara completed plant installation for the East Beach Habitat Restoration Project (Project). The Project involved the removal of non-native ice plant and the installation of 3,200 Central Coast native plants restoring 1…
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New! Online Building Permit Inspection Requests
Starting March 5, 2024, Building Permit Inspection requests can now be scheduled online through the City’s Permit Portal! Traditionally, inspection requests have been submitted via phone and email messages, an administratively intensive…
Entrance of the Short Term Parking Lot at SBA
Parking Improvements: Arrive Early and Be Prepared
Starting March 4, parking lot improvements will be taking place at Santa Barbara Airport and may lead to periodic lane closures and increased traffic. This activity will be rotating throughout all three parking lots (Short Term, Long Term…
Airport News
Aerial shot of Santa Barbara Airport, with the Terminal in the foreground and mountains in the background
Master Plan Update Public Meetings
Santa Barbara Airport invites the community to attend a series of upcoming public meetings regarding the Airport Master Plan Update, including an interactive Open House on Thursday, March 7. These meetings will review the latest updates…
Airport News
The Principal Traffic Engineer is answering a question about the concept plans.
Upcoming Public Meetings about Castillo Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements
Please join us online on March 13, 2024, or in person on March 16, 2024, to learn about updates to the conceptual design and next steps to implement the Castillo Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements Project.…
Youth Council in Council chambers
Youth Council Aims to Prevent Gun Violence with Safe Firearm Storage Ordinance
The Santa Barbara City Council will consider a Safe Firearm Storage Ordinance to set new requirements for storing firearms in residences and vehicles within the City of Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara Youth Council, a city advisory group…
Parks & Rec News
Front entrance of the SBA Terminal
2023 Airport Year in Review
2023 was another notable year for Santa Barbara Airport, with record-breaking passenger counts, the introduction of new customer experience programs, and refined plans for upcoming improvement projects. 
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Kiss the Ground Book Cover and dirt
Santa Barbara Public Library’s 2024 Book to Action Series Highlights Sustainability
Each year, Santa Barbara Public Library chooses a social topic of community interest or challenge that the community is facing and develops a series of programs to explore potential solutions. Through selected readings, presentations, and…
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