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

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All SBPL locations will be closed on Thursday, June 19 for Juneteenth.

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Beginning Monday, June 16, the Faulkner Main Gallery at the Central Library will be closed for audiovisual upgrades. Thank you for your patience.

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Santa Barbara Police Department Patch
A Message from Chief of Police Kelly Gordon
As your Chief of Police, I want to speak directly to you about two important matters that affect the fabric of our community: immigration enforcement and the right to peacefully protest.  
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Upcoming City Council Discussion – Single Family Streamlining Project
On June 17, 2025, City planning staff will brief the City Council on the Single Family Streamlining Project—an initiative aimed at updating the Single Family Design Board (SFDB) review process and zoning ordinance to provide homeowners…
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Elevated Deck Inspection Program
Reminder of upcoming deadline. Recent California State laws SB 721 (2018) and SB 326 (2019) require inspections of elevated decks to ensure that multi-family and condominium buildings maintain safe, structurally sound…
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Final Improvement of Thousand Steps Repair Project to Begin April 10
The final improvement of the Thousand Steps Repair Project is scheduled to begin Monday, April 10. The stairway is expected to be closed through May while a concrete apron is installed at the beach level to reduce wave energy and extend…
Parks & Rec News
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Westside Pavement Maintenance Work Kicks off April 10
The City will begin intersection improvement work on West Valerio Street at Calle Canon and West Valerio Street at Hillside Avenue. Construction kicks off Monday, April 10. The project is part of the City’s Pavement Maintenance Project,…
Map of Construction Area for the Westside Community Paseos Project on January 26, 2023
Construction Continues for Westside Community Paseos Project
Construction for the Westside Community Paseos Project, which is providing strong walking and biking connections within the Westside, and from the Westside to Downtown, is continuing on the 600 block of West Micheltorena Street and will…
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First Large-Scale Trail Volunteer Day Announced After Heavy Winter Storms
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is looking to recruit up to 75 volunteers for the first large-scale trail volunteer day following the winter storms that left many of the area’s trails badly damaged. Volunteers of…
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara Public Library and PlayFest Santa Barbara Announce 2023 Reading and Workshop
PlayFest Santa Barbara, under the Artistic Direction of R. Michael Gros, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Public Library presents the Tenth Annual Festival of New Plays. The staged reading of Jon Klein’s Honoree Play, Faithless…
Library News
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Alameda Park Bandstand Repairs Underway
After weeks of weather delays, repairs are underway at the Alameda Park Bandstand, one of Santa Barbara’s oldest public entertainment venues. The designated City Landmark was built in 1888, after residents petitioned for its creation, and…
Parks & Rec News
Garden Contest Winner 2022
WaterWise Garden Recognition Contest
Do you have a beautiful, water wise garden? The WaterWise Garden Recognition Contest celebrates and recognizes beautiful, water efficient front yards throughout the County. Submit photos and apply online by April 30!  If you're…
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State Street Job Fair
The Library invites job seekers to the State Street Job Fair on Wednesday, April 19. This unique job fair will be hosted on the 700 and 800 blocks of State Street between Ortega and Canon Perdido. Job seekers will have the opportunity to…
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Public Meetings for Lower Eastside Pedestrian/Bicycle U.S. Highway 101 Overcrossing Concepts
Please join us online or in person to learn about design options for a new pedestrian and bicycle U.S. Highway 101 overcrossing between the Lower Eastside and Dwight Murphy Field. These concepts are part of the Lower Eastside Community…
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