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Come Downtown from April 19-21, to check out a series of demonstration projects to re-energize the street. This event is an opportunity for the community to learn and experience a new design for one weekend only. Explore light art installations presented by the Arts Fund, alfresco dining, music, and pop-ups from local entrepreneurs. We want to hear your thoughts!
The City will host a public hearing and community discussion about the Cabrillo Boulevard Safety Restriping Project on March 5. Learn about the Vision Zero Strategy to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries, and how restriping adjustments can increase safety on Cabrillo, a Vision Zero Priority Corridor.
The City's Streets Division prepares and responds to storms in ways you may not think. Preparation starts months ahead of the storm season, and a rainy day means mobilization of Streets crews for an active, ongoing response.
Highway 154 remains closed indefinitely near Lake Cachuma while crews clear a drainage culvert.
The Airport will begin daily nonstop service to Sacramento International Airport starting April 16, 2019. Booking is available now.
The City received $6.6 million in Active Transportation Program grants from the California Transportation Commission to fund safer crosswalks and bike lanes on De La Vina Street, and widened sidewalks and bike lanes at the State Street undercrossing.
The Library will host a weekly bilingual playgroup for young children and caregivers. The free program will offer a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
The City of Santa Barbara collected approximately $1.18 million in transient occupancy taxes (TOT) for December 2018.
The Interactive District Map is a great tool that shows which district you are located in, as well as the boundaries for all districts.
The Airport's passenger count was up 10.3% in November 2018 compared to November 2017, with the current passenger count for the year at 723,297, the highest it has been since November 2008.
On December 11, the City Council approved a process to fill the anticipated City Council District 6 vacancy created by Councilmember Gregg Hart’s election to the County Board of Supervisors.
The City received $6.78 million in sales tax revenues during the quarter ended September 30, 2018. This includes approximately $1 million in late payments from the state that relate to last fiscal year.
The Airport was recently gifted an original oil painting created by artists who participate in PathPoint’s community integration services.
In response to requests at recent public meetings, the City has released a detailed explanation of the site selection process for the new Santa Barbara Police Station.
After an extensive national recruitment process, Eric Nickel has been appointed as Fire Chief. Selected from a pool of 36 applicants, Chief Nickel will oversee the Fire Department’s $28 million budget and 106 employees in eight fire stations, effective January 14, 2019.
The Police Department has received a $330,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety for a year-long enforcement and public awareness program.
MakeSB – a Library initiative committed to making and creating in all forms – continues on July 13 with a musical showcase ...
The City received approximately $1.59 million in transient occupancy tax (TOT) for the month of May 2018, which is 4.2% above May 2017 collections.
The repairs will improve water quality, enhance park aesthetics, and improve habitat for wildlife.
The Library is offering challenges, events, and reading programs for all ages.
