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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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Traffic Stop Near Santa Barbara High School
At approximately 10:30 am this morning, Santa Barbara Police Officers conducted a high-risk traffic stop near the intersection of East Anapamu Street and Alta Vista Road. This traffic stop was related to a stolen vehicle investigation. A…
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Santa Barbara Public Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with “Raíces y Sueños”!
The Santa Barbara Public Library is pleased to announce a special series of events for Hispanic Heritage Month. It is with pride that we present, “Raíces y Sueños: Celebrating Hispanic Immigrant Culture”.
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SBA at 2024 Goleta Lemon Festival
The Goleta Lemon Festival returns Saturday, September 28 and 29 at Girsh Park, and Santa Barbara Airport is proud to once again sponsor the Kids Zone! 
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Joint Media Release - Update on Circulating Social Media Posts in Our Schools
The following is a joint message from Santa Barbara Unified, Santa Barbara Police, and Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.An extraordinarily high number of social media-based threats have been reported across the nation since the middle…
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Public Focus Group to Discuss Outdoor Recreation in Santa Barbara
In partnership with the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department, the Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) at California State Parks is hosting a Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) public focus…
Parks & Rec News
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2025-2026 Annual Action Plan and 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan Public Hearing
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of Santa Barbara will hold a needs assessment Public Hearing in preparation for development of its 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and its 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan (CONPLAN). During the hearing,…
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State Street Master Plan Progress Report: September 17, 2024 City Council Meeting
On Tuesday, September 17, City Council with receive a progress report for the State Street “Create State” Master Plan and provide direction on the recommended Grand Paseo design framework. City Council will also receive an update on a…
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Celebrate Santa Barbara’s 25th Annual Creek Week September 21-28!
The community is invited to join the City of Santa Barbara Creek Restoration and Water Quality Division in celebrating Creek Week, from Saturday, September 21 through Saturday, September 28. Creek Week is an annual opportunity for…
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Community Meetings for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project
MEET ONLINE:Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., via ZOOMClick here to register for the meeting.Habra interpretación en Español.
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