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Starting January 1, 2024, the temporary use of private property for outdoor dining, granted to many local businesses, will need to be permitted. Outdoor dining on private property typically occurs in private parking lots or in other areas…

Starting November 2, the City is accepting proposals for its 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs, with around $600,000 available for local non-profits. These grants support community projects like rehabilitation,…

The City is rehabilitating aging sewer pipe infrastructure throughout various locations in Santa Barbara. The week of October 30, contractors will work from street manholes using trenchless methods to line sewer mains on the following…

The community gathered this week to honor local businesses and nonprofits that are “Advancing Access and Equity” at this year’s Mayor’s Awards. It’s been 50 years since landmark legislation made things like ramps, accessible transportation…

As recommended in the 2017 Airport Master Plan, construction is currently taking place just south of the SBA Terminal (also known as “Southfield”) for the Southfield Redevelopment Project. The objective of this project is to provide 50…

The City and The Alliance for Water Efficiency are hosting a Water Affordability Community Workshop on Thursday, November 2 at the Westside Neighborhood Center.

Have you taken the Parking Preferences Survey and shared your feedback on the City's Downtown Parking Program? Community feedback will help the City as we assess our parking operations and funding model to ensure long-term sustainability…

The City has been awarded a $2.9 million CAL FIRE grant to bolster its commitment to wildfire resilience and community safety. The funding will support an ongoing collaboration between the City's Fire and Parks and Recreation Departments…

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is offering fall and winter camps for the city’s youth. Youth can spend their breaks from school connecting with new friends, staying active, and engaging in a new or familiar sport.