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…
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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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Children's Fiesta Parade
91st Annual Children’s Fiesta Parade Accepting Entries
The City of Santa Barbara’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting entry forms to participate in this year’s Children’s Fiesta Parade. The parade, a longtime tradition for local families, will celebrate its…
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City Council Allocates Additional Funding to Restore Open Hours at Library in Fiscal Year 2024
On Tuesday, June 13, the City of Santa Barbara City Council approved the City’s budget for Fiscal Year 2024. After much feedback from members of the public who contacted them at both public comment at the City’s budget workshop meetings…
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Free Teen Program 'Summer Nights' Returns
A 6-week series of community events designed to bring local partners together to provide free activities for Santa Barbara's teens kicks off this Friday. Youth ages 12-17 can enjoy music, food, arts, sports, and games each week. This week'…
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Preparing for Home Electrification Webinar
  Do you want to electrify your home, but don’t know where to start? The switch from gas to electric appliances brings better air quality, improved comfort, and lower environmental footprint. Join 3C-REN’s industry expert Larry…
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Unclaimed Checks Deadline
Checks issued to vendors and employees that have been uncashed for at least three years and are in excess of $15, will be voided and transferred to the City's General Fund on August 1. The purpose of this policy is to set in place a…
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Traffic Circulation Changes at Gillespie and Valerio Streets
As part of the Westside Community Paseos Project, a landscaped traffic diverter will be constructed at the intersection of Gillespe and Valerio Streets. This feature will reduce overall vehicular traffic volumes and speed on Gillespie…
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Unlocking Community Insights: Accessing Fire and Police Commission Data for Your Neighborhood's Safety
The Fire and Police Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month. Last month, the Commission received quarterly briefings from the Police Department and Fire Department related to their calls for service and incident reports. The…
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2023 Summer Solstice Parade: Street Closure & Traffic Advisory
Santa Barbara’s Summer Solstice parade will take place on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Due to the closure of State Street, the parade will occur on Santa Barbara Street, between East Cota Street and East Micheltorena Street. Partial road…
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All Fireworks are Illegal in SB!
(ENG/SP) Fireworks are dangerous, cause thousands of injuries each year, and are ILLEGAL in the City of Santa Barbara. The only safe way to view fireworks is to attend a professional show. Remember, it takes just one spark on dry grass,…
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