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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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SBPL Introduces Hublets
The Santa Barbara Public Library is bringing you new, family-friendly technology to try out! We are so excited to introduce our brand-new Hublets. Hublets are tablets that you can check out with your library card for use inside the Central…
Library News
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Sustainably SBPL Monthly Challenge March: Connect with Nature
Why?Connecting with nature is good for our mental health, and provides great opportunities for learning and exercise outdoors. Nature also connects us with others in our community. Santa Barbara is an incredible place to…
Library News
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East Beach Habitat Restoration Project Installation Milestone
The City of Santa Barbara completed plant installation for the East Beach Habitat Restoration Project (Project). The Project involved the removal of non-native ice plant and the installation of 3,200 Central Coast native plants restoring 1…
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New! Online Building Permit Inspection Requests
Starting March 5, 2024, Building Permit Inspection requests can now be scheduled online through the City’s Permit Portal! Traditionally, inspection requests have been submitted via phone and email messages, an administratively intensive…
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Parking Improvements: Arrive Early and Be Prepared
Starting March 4, parking lot improvements will be taking place at Santa Barbara Airport and may lead to periodic lane closures and increased traffic. This activity will be rotating throughout all three parking lots (Short Term, Long Term,…
Airport News
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Master Plan Update Public Meetings
Santa Barbara Airport invites the community to attend a series of upcoming public meetings regarding the Airport Master Plan Update, including an interactive Open House on Thursday, March 7. These meetings will review the latest updates…
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Upcoming Public Meetings about Castillo Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements
Please join us online on March 13, 2024, or in person on March 16, 2024, to learn about updates to the conceptual design and next steps to implement the Castillo Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements Project.…
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Youth Council Aims to Prevent Gun Violence with Safe Firearm Storage Ordinance
The Santa Barbara City Council will consider a Safe Firearm Storage Ordinance to set new requirements for storing firearms in residences and vehicles within the City of Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara Youth Council, a city advisory group…
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2023 Airport Year in Review
2023 was another notable year for Santa Barbara Airport, with record-breaking passenger counts, the introduction of new customer experience programs, and refined plans for upcoming improvement projects. 
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