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Three State Street Loop golf carts parked along Cabrillo Blvd.
State Street Loop Shuttle Launches May 29
The City, in collaboration with Friends of State Street and Sweep Inc., is excited to announce the launch of the State Street Loop, a six-month pilot program designed to provide fun, free, and accessible transportation along State Street.…
Community Needs Survey photo of a teacher and student to represent one of the many needs
2025-2029 Consolidated Plan & 2025 Annual Action Plan Draft Open for Public Comment
In order for the City to receive annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), a 5-year Consolidated Plan and an…
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NEW! Preapproved ADU Program Now Available
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the launch of our Preapproved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program—a faster, more affordable way for homeowners to build detached ADUs on their property. 
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Tips and Tricks for Holiday Travel
As the holiday season kicks off, airports across the country are preparing to see record-breaking numbers of passengers traveling through. To make sure your experience through SBA is as smooth as possible, be sure to follow our helpful…
Airport News
Entrance of the Short Term Parking Lot at SBA
SBA Parking Availability Now Visible Online
Exciting news, SBA passengers: parking space availability is now available online! The Airport has launched a new online feature providing real-time updates for all three parking lots. Passengers can visit this website before arrival to…
Airport News
Milpas Intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk as vehicles share the intersection.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Postponed to Review Milpas Street Tree Removal Application
The review of the Milpas Street tree removal application for the thirteen Milpas Street trees (including 8 ficus trees) has been postponed from the November 20, 2024, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, due to a lack of commissioner…
Cabrillo-Los Patos Roundabout Construction -Artist Rendering
Temporary Road Closure for Eastbound Traffic at the Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout December 9 and 10
As part of the Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout Project, eastbound traffic on Cabrillo Boulevard at the Roundabout will be closed from Monday, December 9 to Tuesday, December 10 to allow for drainage and paving work. Through traffic will…
Gray (trash), blue (recycling), and green (yard waste) carts lined up on a street in Santa Barbara
Holiday MarBorg Service Delay
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be a one-day delay in residential trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup.If your regular curbside pickup day is Thursday, your bins will be serviced on Friday. If your pickup day is Friday, your…
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street sweeper vehicle on a residential road
Street Sweeping Cancelled on November 28–29
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, street sweeping and parking enforcement in sweeping zones will be canceled on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. There will be no shift in schedule or make-up days.The regular sweeping schedule…
Sustainability News
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Continued Ordinance Committee Hearing on the Objective Design and Development Standards
The City is creating objective design standards for multi-unit and mixed-use housing projects to comply with state law, set clear design expectations, streamline design review approval, and make the permitting process more predictable. On…
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City of Santa Barbara Breaks Ground on New Police Station
On November 18, 2024, the City of Santa Barbara held a groundbreaking event for its new Santa Barbara Police Station, marking a significant milestone in the City's efforts to advance public safety and modernize law enforcement facilities.…
2024 City Council members standing in front of commemorative City Hall Centennial plaque
Santa Barbara City Hall Centennial: Honoring a Legacy of Service
In 2024, the City recognizes the 100-year anniversary of its iconic City Hall, originally built to centralize city services and make them more accessible to residents.
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