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The Plane Pull returns to SBA October 24! Register your team today. 

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    Special Recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board
    The City of Santa Barbara is conducting a special recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board. If you're an individual interested in making a difference in your community, contributing ideas, and being a part of the City team, you…
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    City Council Recommends Adoption of Short-Term Rental Ordinances
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council unanimously recommended adoption of the long-awaited ordinances to regulate short-term vacation rentals (STRs) throughout the City.   The Council included provisions to maintain a two-night minimum…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 6, 2026
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council considered adoption of the Residential Rent Stabilization and Residential Rental Registry Programs, received the Access Advisory Committee’s annual report on its recent activities and achievements, and…
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Shop, Dine, and Experience Local This Holiday Season
'Tis the season for family, celebration, cheer, and of course -- buying gifts. This year, shopping local is more important than ever and should be at the top of your list. From natural disasters to the pandemic, Santa Barbara has been…
National Influenza Vaccination Week
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department wants to remind everyone that there is still time to get vaccinated against flu and be protected as the season continues. Since COVID-19 and flu could spread simultaneously this winter, flu…
Anapamu Street Bridge Cleanup Before and After
The Anapamu Street Bridge received a much-needed facelift. Public Works Streets crews helped with the cleanup, including the removal of some overgrown vines.To report graffiti or needed street cleanup, click here.
Community Service Announcement – Vehicle Burglaries on the Rise
The Santa Barbara Police Department has recently received numerous reports about vehicle burglaries occurring in the city. These incidents have been occurring mainly in recreational areas, the municipal golf course, city parks, beach front…
Kids’ World Playground Is Now Open after Maintenance Project
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department reopened Kids’ World playground yesterday after a brief closure. The unique wooden play structure in Alameda Park was closed for two weeks for routine but necessary maintenance.
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SBA Employee Spotlight: Ryan Cullom
SBA Employee Spotlight: Ryan Cullom
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Be Safe and Drive Sober This Holiday Season
Millions of us will be traveling to visit friends and family over the holidays. The Santa Barbara Police Department encourages everyone to have a holiday game plan that includes a designated sober driver.
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Temporary Road Closures : Las Positas from Cliff Drive to Highway 101
Temporary Road Closures : Las Positas from Cliff Drive to Highway 101
Top 10 Shrubs for Screening and Privacy
Looking to screen your trash enclosure or provide more privacy? Check out our video on Billy Goodnick’s top 10 plants for screening and privacy from our latest Garden Wise TV episode.
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