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Passengers boarding the Santa Barbara MTD 19X Express Bus.
Ride Free on the 19X Express Bus as the School Year Begins
The Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG), in partnership with Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), will offer free rides on MTD Route 19X from August 25 to September 12, 2025. The 19X provides fast, direct…
Lot 7 viewed from Library Avenue.
Library Garage Closure August 19-21
The Library Garage (Lot 7) will be closed from August 19 through August 21 for essential maintenance work. Visitors are encouraged to use the Granada Garage (Lot 6) or nearby timed street parking. Downtown guests can still enjoy shopping,…
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Substantial Amendment to the HOME Program – American Rescue Plan Allocation Plan
Notice of 15-Day Public Comment Period for Substantial Amendment to the City of Santa Barbara’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan, part of the City’s 2021 Annual Action Plan.
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Lifeguard trainees practice water rescues at Los Baños del Mar.
Reduced-Cost Lifeguard Certification Courses Offered This Spring
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will offer two reduced-cost lifeguard certification courses this spring in an ongoing effort to improve the community’s water safety. While typical lifeguard training courses cost…
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Santa Barbara Youth Council to Host the 2025 Youth Speak Out
The Santa Barbara Youth Council (Youth Council) has been named as one of seven organizations to receive the Fund for Santa Barbara’s South County Youth Making Change Grant. This grant is awarded annually to support youth-led projects…
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City of Santa Barbara Launches 30-Year Waterfront Adaptation Plan
Help plan the future of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront!The City of Santa Barbara has begun developing a 30-Year Waterfront Adaptation Plan and is pleased to invite you and your group, business, or organization to participate in the process.…
Sustainability News
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2024 Airport Year in Review
Santa Barbara Airport celebrated another landmark year with record-breaking passenger counts, new nonstop routes, and a number of programs supporting our dedication to service, community engagement, and customer experience.  “This…
Airport News
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UDPATE: Community Meetings for Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project – Postponed
The community meetings previously scheduled for February 12, 2025 and February 13, 2025 for the Cliff Drive Vision Project have been postponed until further notice.The City will provide updates on the new meeting dates as soon as they are…
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MarBorg Industries to Relaunch Free Textile Recovery Drop-Off Program
The Sustainability & Resilience Department's Clean Community Division is pleased to share that MarBorg Industries is re-launching their Textile Recovery Drop-off Program beginning on Friday, February 14 at the Goleta Recycling Center.…
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Entrance to City of Santa Barbara's Sandbag Station at 401 E. Yanonali Street
City of Santa Barbara Expands Sandbag Station Locations
The City of Santa Barbara is doubling the number of available sandbag stations from two to four to better serve the community during severe storm events.When are Sandbag Stations Opened?Sandbag stations are only opened…
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CANCELED - Paving Notice - Alta Mesa Neighborhood
PAVING POSPONED DUE TO WEATHER. UPDATED PAVING NOTICE TO FOLLOW. 
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance Open House on February 5
The City of Santa Barbara has released a Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance and invites the public to an Open House to learn more and provide feedback. City staff will be on hand to answer questions and discuss the proposed measures in detail.
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