Major Storm Forecast | Travelers should check directly with airlines for latest flight status.

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 Storm Updates | Sandbag Stations | Emergency Parking

Tormenta fuerte pronosticada | Estaciones de sacos de arena | Estacionamiento de Emergencia

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All SBPL locations will be closed from 12/22 through 12/26 and on 1/1/26 for the winter holidays. For all the details about adjusted hours and closures, visit our Winter Holiday Hours page.

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Winter Holiday Closure through Jan. 2 | Cierres por Feriados de Invierno hasta el 2 de ene.

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Reminder - Beware of Scam Invoice Emails
Protect Yourself From Fraudulent emails Claiming to be From The CityThe City of Santa Barbara is warning the community about scam invoice emails that impersonate City departments and request fraudulent payments. These fraudulent messages…
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Zapotec Weaving Meets Asphalt Art
Join lead artists Eddy Jimenez and Irene Ramirez for an engaging introduction to Zapotec rug weaving, natural dye techniques, and the cultural symbolism embedded in traditional designs. Through textiles on display, educational materials,…
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County Celebrates its Completion of the Regional Fire Communications Center and Expansion of the Emergency Operations Center.
Santa Barbara County officials and public safety partners celebrated the expansion of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC) on December 9. The RFCC now centralizes dispatch for all seven local…
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Public Fitness Stations Installed in Parque de Los Niños
The Parks and Recreation Department has installed fitness equipment in Parque de los Niños. The lower westside neighborhood park now features two cardio climbers and a multigym with 8 different exercise stations for a full-body workout.…
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SBA's Angi Daus Elected to SWAAAE Board of Directors
SBA is proud to announce that Angi Daus, Airport Marketing Supervisor, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Southwest Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SWAAAE). SWAAAE is a chapter of the nationwide…
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De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization Project -Latest Concept Plan
After two postponements, the De La Guerra Revitalization Project latest concept plan will be heard at the Historic Landmarks Commission on Wednesday, August 2nd.  The item is scheduled to be heard at approximately 4:00 PM.  If…
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SBA Employee of the Month: Scott Heffelfinger
Congratulations to Scott Heffelfinger, SBA’s Employee of the Month for May! Scott serves as an Operations Specialist within the Operations Division at SBA. Scott has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance, professionalism, and…
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Anacapa Street Library Book Return Moving
To keep our patrons and staff safe, the Library Book Return in front of the Courthouse on Anacapa Street will be removed on Monday, August 7. Additional Books Returns have been installed on Anapamu Street between State and Anacapa Streets…
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Public Fitness Stations Installed in Parque de los Niños
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has completed a project to install fitness equipment in Parque de los Niños. The project aims to provide new recreational opportunities within the small lower…
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Meet Catalina, SBPL's Spanish Outreach Coordinator
Serving the Spanish-speaking community is critical to Santa Barbara Public Library’s mission. For SBPL to shape our programming with a focus on the most urgent needs of this community, we needed to engage directly with Spanish speakers to…
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Need Help Paying Your Water Bill? Apply for Assistance!
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is available to City customers in need of bill assistance. LIHWAP is a federally funded program offering a one-time benefit of up to $15,000 per household for past-due or current…
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Flights Added for Summer Travel
Still need to book your summer travel? Take advantage of increased flight service this season. Both United and Southwest are adding additional flights to their schedules to help get you where you’re going, including LAX, Las Vegas, and…
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