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  • Participants painting at an activity of the Mental Wellness Center, a 2025-2026 grant recipient.
    City of Santa Barbara Grants Applications Now Open
    As part of its ongoing commitment to a vibrant, sustainable local cultural sector and arts access for all, the City is investing nearly $250,000 into the community through its annual Cultural Arts Grants. Applications must be…
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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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    Learn About Your Water Quality
    City laboratory staff conduct more than 45,000 water quality tests each year to ensure safe drinking water for our community. As in past years, the City outperformed every state and federal public health standard for water quality. Read…
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New Electric Vehicle Charging Support and Incentives for Multifamily Properties from Santa Barbara Clean Energy
Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE) is excited to announce the launch of Charge Up SB, a new program that helps multifamily and affordable housing multifamily properties in
Sustainability News
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Vote by Mail Ballots Arrive in Early May
--Sharing on Behalf of Santa Barbara County Elections-- Vote by Mail Ballots will be mailed during the first week of May. Registered voters throughout Santa Barbara County should have received their County Voter Information Guide for…
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SBA Sponsors Amelia Earhart the Bald Eagle
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) is proud to announce their new partnership with the Santa Barbara Zoo, serving as the Premier Foster Feeder of Amelia Earhart, an American bald eagle.
Airport News
City Hall Light up Green for Mental Health Month
Lighting Up Green in Honor of Mental Health Awareness Month
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the City is joining the “Lighting Up Green” campaign to spark conversation and support community well-being. Throughout May, buildings across Santa Barbara County will shine in lime green,…
Whats Happening in the library - May
What’s Happening at the Library: May 2026
May is blooming with opportunities to connect and explore with the library. From poetry readings and community conversations to story times and outdoor pop-ups, read on to learn more!
Library News
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City Council to Discuss Inclusionary Housing Requirements
The Inclusionary Housing and In-Lieu Fee Study will be considered at the City Council meeting on May 5, 2026. Staff will present the Study, accept public comments, and request guidance from City Council for future inclusionary housing…
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We Want Your Feedback: Help Improve Santa Barbara’s Development Permit Process
Your Feedback Matters The City of Santa Barbara is seeking your feedback on our land development permit process, and we invite you to participate in a brief survey. The land development process includes feasibility analysis (pre-…
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City Offers Low-Cost Youth Swim Lessons and Water Safety Programs
May is National Water Safety Month, an annual observance aimed at preventing drowning incidents and keeping individuals safe in and around water. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading…
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Sewer Cleaning
Sewer Main Cleaning Scheduled on Select Properties Starting May 4
The City of Santa Barbara has contracted Empire Pipe Cleaning and Equipment to perform sewer main cleaning on City streets and on properties that have sewer easements starting Monday, May 4 through the end of May. Work will be completed…
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