Central Library will open at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 27th. 

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The Plane Pull returns to SBA October 24! Register your team today. 

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    Special Recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board
    The City of Santa Barbara is conducting a special recruitment for the Rent Stabilization Board. If you're an individual interested in making a difference in your community, contributing ideas, and being a part of the City team, you…
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    City Council Recommends Adoption of Short-Term Rental Ordinances
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council unanimously recommended adoption of the long-awaited ordinances to regulate short-term vacation rentals (STRs) throughout the City.   The Council included provisions to maintain a two-night minimum…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 6, 2026
    On October 6, 2026, the City Council considered adoption of the Residential Rent Stabilization and Residential Rental Registry Programs, received the Access Advisory Committee’s annual report on its recent activities and achievements, and…
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Know the Law Related to E-Bike Use
The City is currently implementing a monthly traffic safety messaging through the City’s social media platforms and schools.Our second message is in regards to E-Bike usage. Before your next e-bike ride, familiarize yourself with the laws…
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Via Lucero Wastewater Force Main Replacement Project: Night Work Scheduled Starting September 14
Beginning Monday, September 14, through Friday, September 25 from 8 PM – 6 AM, crews will perform night work, including sewer main improvements, concrete replacements and paving as part of the Via Lucero Wastewater Force Main Replacement…
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Help Santa Barbara County Update Fair Market Rents: Take the Community Survey Today
The County Housing Authority and the City of Santa Barbara Housing Authority encourage residents to participate in a countywide rental market survey, conducted in partnership with the UCSB Economics Department, to help capture accurate…
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How to Recognize, Avoid, and Report Scams
Scams can take many forms, including phone calls, text messages, emails, social media messages, and fraudulent websites. Scammers often use convincing stories and tactics to pressure people into sending money or sharing personal…
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Safe Drives Save Lives: Make the End of Summer Memorable
Before the summer season winds down, The Santa Barbara Police Department wants everyone to kick off their Labor Day festivities with safety at the forefront. Make the decision that saves lives. Choose safety every time you get behind the…
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National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event Aims to Spruce Up Hot Springs Canyon Trail
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking up to 50 volunteers for a trail volunteer day on Hot Springs Canyon Trail. The event is part of National Public Lands Day, a nationwide observance that celebrates public…
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Permit for Heat Pump HVAC Systems Now On-Demand
The City of Santa Barbara’s Community Development Department, in partnership with Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE), has streamlined the permitting process for heat pump heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system replacements…
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Vote SBA for Best Small Airport
Santa Barbara Airport is nominated for Best Small Airport in 2026 USA TODAY Readers' Choice Awards! Help get us to the top of the list by casting your vote every day on the Readers' Choice…
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Short-Term Rental Ordinances at City Council
On September 15, 2026, the City Council will consider the long-awaited ordinances to regulate short-term vacation rentals (STRs) throughout the City.  These new laws aim to incentivize long-term housing over transitory use as directed by…
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