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Sparky the Fire Dog, wearing yellow firefighter gear, holds a model of a home in his hands with a city skyline in the background. The image promotes Fire Prevention Week 2025 with the theme “Charge into Fire Safety,” highlighting lithium-ion battery safety at home.
From Phones to Power Tools: Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries
City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Urges Residents During Fire Prevention WeekNational Fire Prevention Week takes place October 5–11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion…
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Storm Water Management Resources and Training Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the release of new Storm Water Resource Management Guides, now available online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SWMP. These updated resources include:  
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Pay Your Utility Bill by ACH to Avoid Processing Fees
On June 1, 2025, the City of Santa Barbara transitioned to a new fee structure for all credit card and debit card payments. Customers paying their utility bills online, in-office, and by AutoPay (recurring payments) with a credit or debit…
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2025 NDEAM poster shows images of people with disabilities and fireworks. Says “Celebrating Value and Talent, National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to fostering an inclusive environment for everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We offer accessible recreational programs and dedicated services to ensure all residents can fully…
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Checking Underground Utilities in the Vic Trace Project Neighborhood
The City of Santa Barbara’s Public Works Department contractor, Underground Solutions Inc., will be excavating small areas within City streets in the neighborhood around Vic Trace Reservoir to accurately locate underground utility lines…
Sparky the Fire Dog, wearing yellow firefighter gear, holds a model of a home in his hands with a city skyline in the background. The image promotes Fire Prevention Week 2025 with the theme “Charge into Fire Safety,” highlighting lithium-ion battery safety at home.
From Phones to Power Tools: Know the Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries
City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Urges Residents During Fire Prevention WeekNational Fire Prevention Week takes place October 5–11, 2025. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion…
Three participants smiling at the camera in their Halloween costumes
Halloween Dance for People of All Abilities Set for October 31
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department's Adapted Recreation Program is hosting its annual all-inclusive Halloween Dance on Friday, October 31 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Parks & Rec News
Photo of Ridley Tree Center with storm water management approved landscaping
Storm Water Management Resources and Training Opportunities
The City of Santa Barbara is excited to announce the release of new Storm Water Resource Management Guides, now available online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SWMP. These updated resources include:  
SBA Piano
Pianos on State Return!
Pianos on State is an interactive public art and music experience that takes place every October in downtown Santa Barbara. Each piano, painted by local artists, becomes an interactive work of art placed in public spaces for the community…
A person holding a credit card in one hand while typing with the other hand on a laptop computer
Pay Your Utility Bill by ACH to Avoid Processing Fees
On June 1, 2025, the City of Santa Barbara transitioned to a new fee structure for all credit card and debit card payments. Customers paying their utility bills online, in-office, and by AutoPay (recurring payments) with a credit or debit…
Program participant bowls at the Adapted Recreation Program
Adapted Recreation Bowling Program Returns
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host it's popular Adapted Recreation Bowling Program again this year!
Parks & Rec News
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Santa Barbara County Voters to Receive Voter Information Guides and Encouraged to Verify Registration
California’s Statewide Special Election is Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Registered voters throughout Santa Barbara County are now receiving their official Voter Information Guides in the mail, with delivery expected by the end of September.…
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