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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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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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Upcoming 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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Paving Notice - Yankee Farm Neighborhood
During the week of October 14th, the City of Santa Barbara Streets Operations Division will be paving a portion of Yankee Farm neighborhood.During the duration of this project, you may experience temporary delays and parking restrictions…
Mayor Randy Rowse presenting service award at City Council Meeting
SBA Employee Recognition
Santa Barbara Airport is proud to acknowledge three recent awards recognizing staff for their dedication and commitment to SBA.
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Webinar Recording for Recent Community Meeting
The City recently held an online and in-person community meeting for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project (Project). These meetings provided a Project update and requested…
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Loma Alta Drive Hillside Recovery and Mitigation Measures Complete
The Loma Fire broke out on the night of May 20, 2021, above Loma Alta Drive. The fire burned approximately nine acres, damaging multiple residences, before it was contained by fire personnel.  
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Improvements in Douglas Family Preserve Begin This Week
Planned improvements in Douglas Family Preserve will begin this month, including wildfire prevention, trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and removal of hazardous trees.
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