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All SBPL locations will be closed from 12/22 through 12/26 and on 1/1/26 for the winter holidays. For all the details about adjusted hours and closures, visit our Winter Holiday Hours page.

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Winter Holiday Closure through Jan. 2 | Cierres por Feriados de Invierno hasta el 2 de ene.

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Reminder - Beware of Scam Invoice Emails
Protect Yourself From Fraudulent emails Claiming to be From The CityThe City of Santa Barbara is warning the community about scam invoice emails that impersonate City departments and request fraudulent payments. These fraudulent messages…
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Zapotec Weaving Meets Asphalt Art
Join lead artists Eddy Jimenez and Irene Ramirez for an engaging introduction to Zapotec rug weaving, natural dye techniques, and the cultural symbolism embedded in traditional designs. Through textiles on display, educational materials,…
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County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
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Update: Online Inspection Requests through Accela Citizen Access
Building Permit Inspection requests can now be scheduled online through the City’s Permit Portal! Traditionally, inspection requests have been submitted via phone and email messages, an administratively intensive process for building…
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3C-REN to Host Webinars on Energy Efficient Heat Pump Water Heaters
Is a heat pump water heater right for you? Tri-county residents are getting incentives from $4,000 to $11,000 for upgrading to energy efficient heat pump water heaters. Join the Tri-County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) for a webinar on…
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Coffee with a Cop - April 10, 2024
Come join us for Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Hook & Press Donuts – 15 East Figueroa Street - 8 AM - 10 AM!
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Patching Potholes on Milpas Street from East Canon Perdido to Calle Puerto Vallarta
The Santa Barbara Streets Operations Division will be patching potholes on Milpas Street from East Canon Perdido to Calle Puerto Vallarta starting Monday, April 8th through Thursday, April 11th from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Milpas Street…
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Large-Scale Volunteer Event Aims to Improve Jesusita Trail
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is looking to recruit up to 75 volunteers for the first large-scale trail volunteer day of 2024. Volunteers of all experience levels are invited to attend the event to learn about…
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Webinar Recording Available for Castillo Street Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements Project
The City held a community webinar on March 13, 2024, and an in-person community meeting on March 16, 2024 regarding the latest design concepts and status of the Castillo Street Undercrossing Safety Improvements Project. Click here…
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De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project Discussion at Parks & Recreation Commission March 27th
The De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project (Project) was reviewed on March 7, 2024, with the Street Tree Advisory Committee (STAC) regarding the proposed Project and the removal/replacement of trees throughout the Project site.  …
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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.
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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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