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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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Pedlets Are Coming to the 500 Block of State Street
The City of Santa Barbara is launching an exciting new pilot project on the 500 block of State Street, between Haley Street and Cota Street, as part of the broader State Street Master Plan. Beginning in early September, the City will…
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Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project Construction Begins October 2
The State Street undercrossing of Highway 101 is getting a major facelift, as the Vision Zero State Street Undercrossing Project is set to begin Monday, October 2. The Project connects the City’s two most active transportation-oriented…
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REMINDER: All Sewer Lateral Repairs Require a Permit
All sewer lateral repairs require a permit, including lateral lining and backwater valve installations. Sewer Lateral Inspection Program (SLIP) participants must provide a copy of their permit(s) (some repairs require both a Public Works…
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Vendor Spaces Available to Local Artisans
Become a part of the Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show just in time for the holiday season. Display your products to visitors and locals on Cabrillo Boulevard at the City's weekly open-air market every Sunday. Artisans must be residents…
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Celestial Spectacle: Free Eclipse Glasses and Stellar Library Events
On Saturday, October 14, an annular solar eclipse will be visible for millions of people in the Western Hemisphere. Since it's never safe to look directly at the sun without proper eye protection during an event like this, the Library will…
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SBPL Celebrates the Freedom to Read for Banned Books Week
Santa Barbara Public Library invites the community to celebrate the freedom to read this October with special events and book giveaways as part of Banned Books Week.
Library News
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Celebrating 50 Years of SBPL’s Eastside Library
Though the Eastside Library opened its doors in May 1973, this story begins in 1967.In 1967, a Santa Barbara County Master Plan for library services was published. The plan included looking at population trends in various neighborhoods…
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The Library Expands Hours on Evenings and Weekends
The Library received additional funding for staffing from City Council during the FY24 budget process in order to restore open hours on evenings and weekends. After recruitment, hiring, and training, SBPL will we implementing expanded…
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Join a City Advisory Group and Shape Your Community’s Future
Do you have a passion for making a difference? By joining one of our City Advisory Groups, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our community. Currently, we have 66 vacancies across our City Advisory Groups, and we're eager to fill them…
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Free Bulky Item Pickup Program Expanding October 1
The Sustainability & Resilience Department’s Trash & Recycling Division is pleased to announce changes to the Free Bulky Item Pickup Program. As of October 1, residents will be able to schedule four pickups a year and the program…
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