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Bubble event at De La Guerra Street and State Street
Bubbles Take Over State Street This September
This September, the City is sponsoring free, family-friendly bubble play events every Saturday. Bubbles will be taking over State Street between De La Guerra Street and State Street, creating a fun, interactive experience for the whole…
500 Block of State Street highlighted with the view of the ocean
Pedlets Are Coming to the 500 Block of State Street
The City of Santa Barbara is launching an exciting new pilot project on the 500 block of State Street, between Haley Street and Cota Street, as part of the broader State Street Master Plan. Beginning in early September, the City will…
Vacant Window Beautification Program Rendering
Call for Art: Vacant Window Beautification Program
Calling all Santa Barbara County artists! The new Vacant Window Beautification Program will transform empty storefronts along State Street into vibrant displays of local creativity. By turning vacant windows into welcoming visual…
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Michael Towbes Library Plaza Grand Opening
The Michael Towbes Library Plaza Grand Opening
The Santa Barbara Public Library is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Michael Towbes Library Plaza: a public space designed to expand library services, events, and programming outdoors while offering a gathering space for…
Library News
Taylor Carty and Mayor Rowse at the Mayor's Awards 2024
19th Annual Mayor's Awards: "Access to Good Jobs for All"
On October 23, the 19th Annual Mayor's Awards celebrated National Disability Employment Month, honoring employers dedicated to hiring and supporting people with disabilities. The event's theme, "Access to Good Jobs for All," emphasized the…
Past Honoree Pascucci's Solstice Benefit Night Dance Courtesy of Santa Barbara Summer Solstice
“Business in Art” Award Nominations Now Open
The community is invited to nominate local businesses for the City of Santa Barbara’s annual “Business in Art” Award. The City Arts Advisory Committee established the award program in 2005 to recognize and celebrate local businesses that…
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Attention Nonprofits: Notice of Funding Availability
The City of Santa Barbara will begin accepting applications for CDBG Capital Improvement, Affordable Housing Rehabilitation and Economic Development projects for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 starting November 12th, 2024.  Applications…
Milpas Intersection, pedestrians in crosswalk as vehicles share the intersection.
Community Survey and Recording for Recent Community Meeting
The City recently held an online and in-person community engagement meeting for the Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project (Project). These meetings provided a Project design update. The Project team is seeking…
Dealer sells electric SUV to businessman in car dealership. They discuss vehicle features. Business environment and modern electric vehicle concept.
5 Things to Know Before Buying an EV
Buying a car is a big financial decision that takes a lot of consideration. Making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is also a big (and exciting) decision for your life and for the climate. As you look for the perfect EV for your…
Sustainability News
Two teens in a car, one driving with eyes on the road, the other holding the phone and navigating.
National Teen Driver Safety Week: Parents Are Key to Keeping Teens Safe Behind the Wheel
National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 20-26. During this week, the Santa Barbara Police Department encourages parents and caregivers to talk with their teens about following the rules of the road and how safe driving can help save…
Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee Community Workshop Presentation to the Community
Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee Gathers Community Input
On October 14, 2024, the Santa Barbara City Council Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee (HCC) held a community workshop to gather input from residents on addressing the local affordable housing crisis. The valuable feedback gathered at this…
Construction crew at work building a retaining wall along State Route 192 near Parma Park.
State Route 192 to Reopen Wednesday, October 23 Following Storm Damage Repair
On Behalf of Caltrans District: 05 – Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz CountiesSANTA BARBARA COUNTY – A full closure on a small section of SR 192 between Orizaba…
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