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The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, Visit Santa Barbara, Downtown Santa Barbara, and the City have launched the "Santa Barbara Visitor Trolley" pilot project to expand transportation options in downtown Santa Barbara. The…

Congratulations to Allison DeBusk, the newly appointed City Planner! Allison has been a key member of the City of Santa Barbara’s Planning Division for nearly 20 years and is respected throughout the organization and community for her…

Have you tried SBA's Freshful Fridge? This new smart fridge has recently been relocated to the second floor of the Terminal, near Gate 2. Now you can grab your snacks and beverages after security, while waiting for your flight! Freshful…

A herd of 275 sheep is set to graze approximately 25 acres across five parks ahead of wildfire season. The project, led by the City Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Fire Department, aims to maintain defensible…

Most of us don’t have the time to do a deep dive into government programs and policies that affect us. But what if you could learn about a crucial city function during a coffee break? What do you get when you combine the two? Coffee with…

Many cleaning products and baby hygiene products are labeled as disposable and flushable. While these products are convenient, they can lead to costly blockages in homes, businesses, and wastewater systems, ultimately…

After three weeks on the Westside, 'Summer Nights,' a free teen program hosted by the City Parks and Recreation Department, is moving to the Eastside for another three weeks of fun. Teens ages 12-17 are invited to enjoy music, food,…

At the recent 2023 National Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Conference, the City's Bilingual Outreach Coordinator, Liliana Encinas, played a pivotal role in promoting diversity and language access in disaster preparedness. For the…

The Junior Lifeguard Fiesta Invitational Competition returns to East Beach on Friday, July 14.