Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) under consideration in Parts of Santa Barbara County.

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We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

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The Eastside Library will be partially closed from July 7-12.

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Fireworks over West Beach
Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely
The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional firework displays, such as the Fourth of July Celebration on the waterfront. There’s no better place to enjoy a full…
Photo of downspout emptying to gravel that helps with storm water management and run off.
Annual Notice: Erosion, Sedimentation Control, and Stormwater Quality Program
This annual informational bulletin outlines guidance on Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at reducing erosion, retaining sediment on site, and protecting water quality throughout construction activities. Program…
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Plan Check Responses Must Be Submitted via DigEplan Starting July 7, 2025
To streamline the building plan review process, the City of Santa Barbara will require applicants to provide digital correction responses through our electronic plan review system, DigEplan, beginning July 7, 2025.This…
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DE LA GUERRA PLAZA - CONCEPTUAL DRAWING
De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project -Latest Concept Plan
After two postponements, the De La Guerra Revitalization Project latest concept plan will be heard at the Historic Landmarks Commission on Wednesday, August 2nd.  The item is scheduled to be heard at approximately 4:00 PM.  If…
Scott poses with airport staff holding his EOM plaque
SBA Employee of the Month: Scott Heffelfinger
Congratulations to Scott Heffelfinger, SBA’s Employee of the Month for May! Scott serves as an Operations Specialist within the Operations Division at SBA. Scott has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance, professionalism, and…
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book drop and main library
Anacapa Street Library Book Return Moving
To keep our patrons and staff safe, the Library Book Return in front of the Courthouse on Anacapa Street will be removed on Monday, August 7. Additional Books Returns have been installed on Anapamu Street between State and Anacapa Streets…
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Fitness equipment at Parque de los Niños
Public Fitness Stations Installed in Parque de los Niños
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has completed a project to install fitness equipment in Parque de los Niños. The project aims to provide new recreational opportunities within the small lower…
Parks & Rec News
Image shows a faucet with the City seal and text that reads "Late Fees and Service Disconnections to Resume for Past Due Utility Bills"
Need Help Paying Your Water Bill? Apply for Assistance!
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is available to City customers in need of bill assistance. LIHWAP is a federally funded program offering a one-time benefit of up to $15,000 per household for past-due or current…
airport ticketing entrance
Flights Added for Summer Travel
Still need to book your summer travel? Take advantage of increased flight service this season. Both United and Southwest are adding additional flights to their schedules to help get you where you’re going, including LAX, Las Vegas, and…
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National Disability Independence Day is July 26
Thirty-three years ago, on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law to ensure the civil rights of people with disabilities; establishing a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of…
Children in pool following directions of swim instructor
Low-Cost Swim Lessons Still Available This Summer
A limited number of low-cost group swim lessons are still available for children ages six months to 12 years. Residents can register for a session of eight 30-minute lessons at a cost of roughly $6 per lesson to ensure their children have…
Plan of Traffic Changes to the Intersection of De La Vina and Sola Streets. Map shows, "New Traffic Signal, Lighting, and Traffic Diverter"
Traffic Circulation Changes on Sola Street
The Westside Community Paseos Project (Project) is funded primarily through Active Transportation Program grant funds and will provide walking and biking connections within the Westside and from the Westside to Downtown. Construction…
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