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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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Franceschi Park Trails Project Provides Access to More Areas of the Park
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has begun a multi-week project at Franceschi Park to improve existing trails and walking paths and provide access to more areas of the 17-acre open space park.
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Potential Impacts: High risk for heat illness for most people. Especially for populations sensitive to heat. High risk for fast moving fires, if a fire starts. Suggestion Actions: For the Heat Risk: Stay hydrated. Limit outdoor activities during the afternoon hours. Check the back seat. Plan now for the peak heat later this week. For the Fire Risk: Stay extra aware of your surroundings in case a fire starts. Be extra careful with anything that can spark a fire.
Heatwave Forecast and Fire Risks this Week
The National Weather Service is forecasting a heatwave throughout Santa Barbara County that is expected to last through Friday, August 28. A Heat Advisory is in effect for areas now through 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 25,…
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Pay by Phone Now Available in Waterfront Parking Lots
The Waterfront Department is thrilled to announce the successful launch of a new pay by phone feature for the 
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Santa Barbara Police and Fire Departments Recognized for Exemplary Performance and Service
The purpose of the Fire and Police Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Administrator in all matters relating to the efficient and adequate fire and police protection for the City of Santa Barbara.…
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Plane Pull Returns to SBA October 24
The fifth annual Plane Pull returns to Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) on Saturday, October 24, 2026. This annual fundraiser, presented by Alaska Airlines and supported by SBA and Atlantic Aviation, benefits Alpha Resource Center and their…
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Community members gathered together holding Pride Flags on the steps of City Hall.
City Hall Holds Historic Pride Flag Raising
On Monday, August 17, the City of Santa Barbara marked a historic milestone with its first Pride Flag Raising at City Hall, a celebration of community and visibility. The Pride Flag now flying at City Hall reflects the City’s commitment to…
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Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Amendments at Planning Commission
The proposed Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Amendments will be presented to the Planning Commission on August 20, 2026, to request their recommendation to the City Council. 
Teen Service Orientation
Teen Library Services Orientation!
Join us for a fun and informative event that will introduce teens to everything the library has to offer including community service opportunities, special programs, resources.
Library News
Rendering of the new De La Vina Street Bridge.
New Traffic Pattern on Upper De La Vina Street
Beginning Thursday, August 20, a new traffic pattern will be in effect on Upper De La Vina Street for the De La Vina Street Bridge Replacement Project (Project) that is currently in construction. One-way southbound traffic on De La Vina…
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