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    Proposals for Community Development Block Grant and Human Service Programs
    Now is the time for proposals from eligible applicants for the Fiscal Years 2028 and 2029 Human Services Grant Funding and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. Approximately $852,000 is available in Human Services and…
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    Inclement Weather Beds Activated at Casa Cacique
    In response to forecasted weather conditions, Casa Cacique has activated its Inclement Weather Bed Program to provide additional shelter options for individuals seeking a safe place to stay.25 inclement weather beds available.Open until…
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    Council Meeting Recap – October 27, 2026
    On October 27, the City Council reviewed plans to optimize Information Technology (IT) services, considered updates to the City’s reserve policy, and discussed proposed amendments to the Just Cause for Residential Evictions Ordinance.
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Update on Strategies and Initiatives to Address Homelessness
At the September 24, 2024, City Council meeting, staff provided an Update on Strategies and Initiatives to Address Homelessness.
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Santa Barbara Public Library’s Annual Library Card Design Contest
UPDATE: The submission deadline for the annual library card design contest has passed. Thank you to all who participated.
Library News
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Santa Barbara Hosts 2024 Community Baby Shower New Parent Resource Fair
The Santa Barbara Public Library invites parents and caregivers to the annual Community Baby Shower sponsored by Children’s Resource and Referral of Santa Barbara County. The Community Baby Shower will take place on State Street, between…
Library News
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One Stop Destinations on Delta
Santa Barbara Airport makes it easy to get where you need to go with 23 daily nonstops to 12 destinations. With the return of Delta Air Lines this summer, you can now get to Salt Lake City and Atlanta nonstop from SBA. From there, it's…
Airport News
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Community Meetings for Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project
MEET ONLINE:Tuesday, October 15, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.This session will be held online using the ZOOM platform. Participants will be able to watch the= presentation and submit questions and comments. No webcams or…
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Carrillo Street Gym Exterior Renovations Underway
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has begun exterior renovations to the Carrillo Street Gymnasium. The City Landmark was designed by architect Julia Morgan, who famously designed Hearst Castle among more than 700…
Parks & Rec News
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Updated Web Address for the City’s permit portal: Accela Citizens Access (ACA)
The City of Santa Barbara has recently updated the web address, or URL, for the City’s permit portal: Accela Citizens Access (ACA). We are working on redirects to the new web address, but those may not take effect for up to 24 hours.
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Paving a Portion of Haley and Quarantina Streets
During the week of September 23rd, the City of Santa Barbara Streets Operations Division will be paving a portion of E. Haley Street from N. Quarantina Street to N. Milpas Street. During a portion of this project, you may experience…
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Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee Community Workshop
The Santa Barbara City Council Housing Crisis Ad Hoc Committee (HCC) is holding a community workshop to solicit community input on addressing the local affordable housing crisis. This workshop will assist the HCC in prioritizing areas for…
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