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DigEplan News Item photo shows person on laptop to promote the new electronic plan review software
New Electronic Plan Review Software—DigEplan—For All Application Submittals Coming Soon
Coming Soon! The City is pleased to announce a move to new electronic plan review software—DigEplan—for all application submittals to enhance staff productivity and reduce manual processes. This new user-friendly software…
Human Resources Staff Photo. Employees smiling on steps of city hall.
How the City Supports an Inclusive Workforce
The City of Santa Barbara celebrates inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility within our community and organization through meaningful actions to ensure everyone has opportunities for success. We value the diverse experiences,…
Chubby Checker performing at the Lobero. City Grantee Lobero Theatre Foundation. Photo Credit Sherry Rayn Barnett
City of Santa Barbara Cultural Arts Grants Now Open!
As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications are being…
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Children in pool following directions of swim instructor
Low-Cost Swim Lessons and Water Safety Programs Offered This Summer
May is National Water Safety Month, an annual observance aimed at preventing drowning incidents and keeping individuals safe in and around water.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading…
Parks & Rec News
Mission Poetry Reading
The Mission Poetry Series Wraps its 14th Season at Santa Barbara Public Library
The 14th season of the Mission Poetry Series closes with an in-person reading on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at 1 p.m. in partnership with Santa Barbara Public Library.
Library News
Digital illustration of a passenger boarding a plane with the phrase "Get Onboard with REAL ID"
REAL ID Extension Reminder
REMINDER: The REAL ID enforcement deadline has been extended by 24 months. Beginning May 7, 2025, all passengers will need a REAL ID or other federally accepted form of ID to board domestic flights. To learn more, visit https://www.dhs.gov…
Airport News
Box filled with green Sunflower Program lanyards
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
Globally, one in seven people live with a disability - and many of those are non-visible. This spring, SBA is joining 200 airports across the world to offer the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to passengers. By wearing a Sunflower…
Airport News
Library Plaza Construction Update April 29 2023
Santa Barbara Public Library Construction Update: Central Library Closed May 8-11 and Anapamu Entrance Closed until Further Notice
The construction project at Central Library is progressing to a new phase this spring! Central Library will be temporarily closed May 8-11, 2023, due to scheduled work on the ADA elevator project. The construction work will impact air…
Library News
A student shovels dirt onto a new Cherry laurel tree
City Forestry Program Celebrates Arbor Day at Local Schools
In honor of Arbor Day, the City of Santa Barbara’s Urban Forestry program held tree-planting events across local school campuses this week. The events aimed to provide interactive learning experiences to educate children about the…
Parks & Rec News
Housing Element Map News Item
Update: New June 1 Date for Planning Commission Hearing and Revised HCD Draft Housing Element for Review
The Planning Commission hearing date on the Revised Draft Housing Element has been changed from May 4 to June 1, 2023. On June 1, the Planning Commission will receive a presentation and public comment on the Revised Draft Housing Element,…
Image shows cars driving under the U.S. Highway 101 overcrossing between the Lower Eastside and Dwight Murphy Field
Webinar Recording and Survey Available for Lower Eastside Community Connectivity Active Transportation Plan
As part of the Lower Eastside Community Connectivity Active Transportation Planning Effort, the City held a webinar and in-person meeting at the beginning of the month to share design options for a new pedestrian and bicycle U.S. Highway…
Turf at Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
Winter and Spring Turf Renovations and Irrigation Upgrades Completed
Work to improve the safety and function of turf at Alameda Park, Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, and Chase Palm Park wraps up this week, and the temporary fencing installed to protect the turf will be removed. Parks and Recreation staff…
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