Santa Barbara City to Streamline Building Permit Process
Council may vote on new design review by end of year.
Recent Stories
Downtown Comes to Life for Day of the Dead Free Family Day
The event featured the second annual Día de Muertos parade hosted by SBA and MCASB.
Getting a Handle on Biking Laws in Santa Barbara
The city is considering changes to its bicycle ordinance to make roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians
Community Packs House to Offer Solutions to Santa Barbara’s Housing Crisis
The city hosted a workshop with tenants, landlords, developers, and more at Cabrillo Pavilion.
Santa Barbara Looks to Crack Down on Wheelies, E-Bikes
Bike advocates worry that the changes are “unfair and inequitable” restrictions on bicyclists.
Goleta Man Sentenced to 300 Years for Sexual Abuse of Multiple Victims
Cirilo Martinez, 62, “groomed” and abused two young girls over the course of four years, according to investigators.
Harbor Patrol Officers Will No Longer Carry Weapons; Duties Remain the Same
Officers will wear new uniforms and gun-free duty belts following a change in state regulations.
Goleta Valley Library to Close for Two Years, Operate on Temporary Site During Construction
The city is considering sites to host library services during the closure, including the Goleta Community Center.
The Jedi Returns to Santa Barbara, Thanks to DJ Javier
DJ Javier is hosting the community event to celebrate his new collection with Stance and “Star Wars.”
A Look into Councilmember Alejandra Gutierrez’s Record of Attendance
A review of public records found Gutierrez missed more than 40 special meetings since 2021.