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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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Need Help Paying Your Water Bill?
Apply today for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), a federally funded program offering a one-time benefit of up to $15,000 per household for past-due or current bills. We encourage low-income households to apply…
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Local Author Book Fair
Join SBPL and local authors this Saturday, December 2 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. for a book fair where readers can meet these authors from our vibrant local writing community, purchase their work, and support our local literary talent. You can…
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Two Upcoming Building Permit Inspection Blackout Dates
Building & Safety Division Inspection Staff will be in training on the following two dates and no building permit inspections will be conducted: Wednesday, Nov 29, 2023 Wednesday, December 13, 2023 The Building…
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This Holiday Season, Don’t Clog with FOG
Before we all gather for the holidays, remember, pouring fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down the drain or garbage disposal creates obstructions in underground pipes and creates serious problems like blockages and sewer overflows. Protect…
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Happy Thanksgiving: Celebrate Gratefully, Celebrate Safely
The City wishes you a safe and pleasant Thanksgiving. We are grateful to live and work in this community. Most City offices will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. As we…
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Utility Bill Past Due?
Service disconnections will begin in January 2024 for water and trash bills that are 60 days overdue. Make a payment today to avoid service interruption. Payment plans are available. City customers may also qualify for water bill…
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Therapy Dogs Visit Santa Barbara Airport
The Airport is excited to announce a new customer experience program for the howl-idays in partnership with Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara. Throughout November and December, passengers will be able to interact with trained therapy dogs as…
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Eastside Neighborhood Park Reopens While Improvement Project Continues
Eastside Neighborhood Park has reopened following a series of park improvements, including the installation of two new playgrounds, adult fitness equipment, and accessible concrete paths. Additional improvements, including turf renovations…
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SBPL Teen Interns Learn about Entrepreneurship with Local Screen-printing Business Mind Garden
Santa Barbara Public Library’s grant-funded teen intern program provides local teens the opportunity to develop job skills as well as explore future careers in either library services or entrepreneurship. Interns had the chance to support…
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