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Crowd at the Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Open House on October 15, 2025.
Community Invited to Share Feedback on Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment
The Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project proposes to transform the existing shopping center into a vibrant, mixed-use district that will bring new residents, revitalize retail activity, and strengthen the long-term economic and social…
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2025 Immigrant Relief Fund Grants Awarded
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with the Fund for Santa Barbara, is proud to announce the allocation of $333,000 in grant funding through the City of Santa Barbara Immigrant Relief Fund (SBCIRF) Grant Program. This funding,…
2025 NDEAM poster shows images of people with disabilities and fireworks. Says “Celebrating Value and Talent, National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We offer accessible recreational programs and dedicated services to ensure all residents can fully…
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The Library Launches Circulating Museum and Botanic Garden Passes
The Library is now offering passes to visit MOXI, the Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden to Library cardholders. Each family pass checks out for one week with your Santa Barbara Public Library card…
Police Department Issues Body Worn Cameras to Officers
In July of 2021, the Police Department began testing body worn cameras for sworn personnel and in December, SBPD started outfitting its patrol officers with these cameras. Over the course of nearly two months, all field operation patrol…
Santa Barbara Police Department Issues Body Worn Cameras to Officers
In July of 2021, the Santa Barbara Police Department began testing body worn cameras for sworn personnel. In December 2021, SBPD started outfitting its patrol officers with these cameras. Over the course of nearly two months, all field…
First Responders Investigate Explosion at Local Restaurant
On March 8, 2022, around 7:00 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Department Combined Communication Center received a report from a Harbor Patrol Officer about an unknown type of explosive device that was ignited inside local restaurant located…
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Community Update Webinar
Police Chief Melekian, the design team and Staff held a webinar on March 7 that lasted about an hour.  Chief Melekian gave some opening remarks, appreciating the public engagement, the process, and all the work that continues to move…
Santa Barbara Police Department 2021 Year in Summary
The Santa Barbara Police Department’s 2021 Annual Summary is designed to provide a snapshot of activity by Santa Barbara Police officers and professional staff. 
Street tree removals on Westside and Eastside coming up
You might notice City street trees being removed in the Westside and Eastside neighborhoods over the next few days. This is happening as part of the Community Paseos Projects, which aim to make it easy for everyone to get across town…
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Mulch Madness -- Mulch Delivery Rebate
Mulch applied to your garden reduces the need for watering, keeps weeds down, and improves soil health. The City will reimburse customers up to $45 per mulch delivery for a maximum of $90 (two dump truck loads) per year of the County's…
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Construction Notice: Water Main Replacement on Haley Street and Castillo Street
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure along West Haley Street from Castillo Street to De Le Vina Street this week. Expect to also see construction on Castillo Street from West Cota Street to West Haley Street. Work is…
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