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Triennial Construction Code Adoption
Every three years, the State of California amends and adopts updates to the International Construction Codes. The City, in turn, adopts the State’s updates and any local amendments by ordinance. These then become the governing construction…
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2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Available for Review
The Program Year 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is now available for public review and comment. This report summarizes and evaluates previous achievements that were undertaken to meet the City's 5-year…
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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…
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Climate Action Plan Available for Public Comment
The City of Santa Barbara’s 2024 Draft Climate Action Plan (CAP) is open for public comment through Wednesday, April 24.
Sustainability News
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Applications for City Boards and Commissions Due Tuesday, April 5
Do you have a passion for making a difference in your community? Share your ideas and be a part of a City team by joining one of our 32 City Advisory Groups! The City is an equal opportunity employer and adopts practices that value and…
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Summer Jobs Offer Early Career Development for Teens and Young Adults
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting hourly employees to support summer programs and services ahead of peak season. Seasonal positions play a critical role in the operation of summer camps, seasonal…
Parks & Rec News
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Call for Proposals: Santa Barbara K-Rail Public Art Project
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with the County Office of Arts & Culture, is inviting artists, creatives, and cultural organizations to submit proposals for an original design treatment for the public K-Rails (traffic…
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Street and Sidewalk Maintenace Responsibilities
The Streets Operations & Infrastructure Management Division (Streets Division) cleans and maintains the City's existing transportation and storm drain system infrastructure within the public right of way. The City’s…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Hosts the State Street Job Fair on April 3, 2024
The Santa Barbara Public Library invites job seekers to join us at the State Street Job Fair on April 3, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. This event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with over 100 employers actively seeking committed,…
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Section of Alameda Padre Serra Closed to Vehicular Traffic March 25 Through March 28
The City of Santa Barbara Street Operations Production Paving Crew will be closing Alameda Padre Serra to through traffic between Dover Road and Las Alturas Road (see image of map) from Monday, March 25th through Thursday, March…
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Sign Up for WaterSmart to Pay City Trash & Recycling Bills
The City of Santa Barbara recently launched WaterSmart, a new online customer portal that gives water customers 24/7 access to online tools, data, and information to help monitor and manage their water use, receive leak…
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Replacing Aging Water Infrastructure, Planning for Tomorrow
The City of Santa Barbara’s water system represents one of the largest investments in public infrastructure in the City, playing a critical role in providing the foundation for our community to…
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