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Triennial Construction Code Adoption
Every three years, the State of California amends and adopts updates to the International Construction Codes. The City, in turn, adopts the State’s updates and any local amendments by ordinance. These then become the governing construction…
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2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Available for Review
The Program Year 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is now available for public review and comment. This report summarizes and evaluates previous achievements that were undertaken to meet the City's 5-year…
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Bubbles Take Over State Street This September
This September, the City is sponsoring free, family-friendly bubble play events every Saturday. Bubbles will be taking over State Street between De La Guerra Street and State Street, creating a fun, interactive experience for the whole…
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Water Main Replacement on Cliff Drive & Surrounding Streets
The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure on Cliff Drive and surrounding streets starting in early October.PROJECT BENEFITS: The City is replacing aging water main infrastructure, including piping, valves, and…
Paving Notice - Fellowship Road
Street Maintenance Underway on Las Positas Road, Shoreline Drive, and Other Streets Through November 13
Construction started Monday, September 15 and will continue through Thursday, November 13 as American Asphalt South, Inc., under contract with the City of Santa Barbara, removes pavement markings on various city streets including:• …
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You’re invited: Community Baby Shower
Get Ready to welcome your bundle of joy! New and expecting parents and caregivers can connect, learn, and access free resources on October 4th at Central Library.
Library News
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City Welcomes New Leadership Across Key Departments
The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce several key leadership appointments that will help shape the future of our community. These new leaders bring decades of experience and a shared commitment to public service, innovation, and…
View looking down at a construction site
Triennial Construction Code Adoption
Every three years, the State of California amends and adopts updates to the International Construction Codes. The City, in turn, adopts the State’s updates and any local amendments by ordinance. These then become the governing construction…
Paving Notice - Fellowship Road
Paving Notice - Fellowship Road
   
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Celebrate Clean Energy at Santa Barbara’s Sun Day of Action
Community members are invited to take part in the first nationwide celebration of clean energy here in Santa Barbara on Sunday, September 21, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Santa Barbara Public Library’s Michael Towbes Library Plaza.
Sustainability News
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City of SB Appoints New Library Director
Brandon Beaudette will lead the Library into its next chapter
Library News
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Webinar Recording Available for Lower Eastside Safety Enhancements Project
As part of the Lower Eastside Safety Enhancements Project, the City held a webinar on August 6, 2025, and an in-person meeting on August 7, 2025, to review the Project Plan with the community.If you missed the meetings, click here to…
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