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Construction Begins on Final Segment of Highway 101 Widening
Construction will officially begin Monday, April 6, on the final segment of the Highway 101 widening project, marking a major milestone toward completing the Highway 101: Carpinteria to Santa Barbara project.
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City of Santa Barbara Seeking Operator for Newly Named “Casa Cacique” Shelter
The City is seeking a qualified long-term operator for its shelter at 816 Cacique Street, newly named Casa Cacique, to provide safe, compassionate, and service-focused support for people experiencing homelessness. 
Business in Art Award Winners Group photos of the Grace FIsher Foundation and City of Santa Barbara's Arts Advisory Committee
City of Santa Barbara Business in Art Award Nominations Open
Nominations are now open for the City of Santa Barbara Business in Art Award, which recognizes businesses that uplift arts and culture through exemplary and innovative programs or practices. Community members are invited to nominate…
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Celebrate Día de los Niños!
Don't miss our annual Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros celebration on April 18 from 10a-2p on the Michael Towbes Library Plaza! This joyful, nationwide celebration of children and literacy will bring the community together for a day full…
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Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project in Design
The Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods Transportation Management Plan Implementation Project (Project) is currently in design. Once design plans are complete, the City will publicly advertise the Project for construction. Construction…
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Water Main Replacement on Harbor View Drive and Surrounding Streets Starting Mid-April
WHAT TO EXPECT: Starting mid-April, the water main will be replaced on Harbor View Drive, Scenic Drive, and Country Club Drive, as well as sections of Old Coast Highway and Park Place. Construction will take place Monday through Friday, 7:…
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Large-Scale Volunteer Event Aims to Repair Trails in Parma Park After Rainy Winter Season
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking up to 75 volunteers for a large-scale trail volunteer day to improve Sycamore Creek Trail and the Historic Olive Grove Loop in Parma Park. Heavy winter rains promote…
Parks & Rec News
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Celebrate Earth Day by Going Paperless!
The Santa Barbara community gathers each year at Alameda Park for the Earth Day festival to honor its clean-air, clean‑water heritage—and to take actions that protect it. What is one simple yet powerful step you can take? Switch to…
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SBPD Strategic Plan Community Survey
The Santa Barbara Police Department is committed to strengthening partnerships with our community. As we begin our Strategic Planning process, we invite community members to share feedback through our Strategic Planning Assessment…
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Kid's World Playground to Close for Maintenance
Kid’s World, the 8,000-square-foot wooden playground within Alameda Park, will be closed for regularly scheduled maintenance from Tuesday, April 7, through Friday, April 17. The unique all-wood structure requires a special maintenance…
Parks & Rec News
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Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project in Final Design
The Cliff Drive Vision Zero Project (Project) design is nearing completion. In fall 2026, the City plans to publicly advertise the Project for construction. Construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2027 following completion of the…
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BCycle for All Expanding Bike Share Program - Share Your Feedback
In May 2026, Santa Barbara BCycle (the City of Santa Barbara's bike share program operator) will install 25 new stations and add 60 additional e-bikes to their fleet through the BCycle for All program. BCycle for All is designed to make…
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