City of Santa Barbara

¡Ya están abiertas las nominaciones para el Premio Business in Art de la Ciudad de Santa Bárbara! ¿Conoce un negocio local que apoye a artistas, creativos y organizaciones artísticas? ¡Nomínelo hoy! Fecha límite: 3 de abril *Debe estar ubicado dentro de los límites de la ciudad

Nominations are now open for the City of Santa Barbara Business in Art Award! Know a local business uplifting artists, creatives, and arts organizations? Nominate them today! Deadline: April. Must be located within city limits. More info: SantaBarbaraCA.gov/news/city-sant…

Know the signs of heat stress before the heat! Most people working outdoors are unaware that heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Schedule activities for the coolest part of the day and stay hydrated.

SBFD invites the community to a Defensible Space Public Meeting to learn how to better protect homes from wildfire. 🌿🔥 Join us: 📍 Wed 3/18 – Riviera Ridge School @ 5:30 PM 📍 Thu 3/19 – La Mesa Park @ 5:30 PM Learn simple steps to reduce wildfire risk and prepare your home.

SBFD invita a la comunidad a una Reunión Pública sobre Espacios Defensibles para proteger mejor los hogares de incendios forestales. 📍 Miércoles 18/3 – Escuela Riviera Ridge 5:30 PM 📍 Jueves 19/3 – Parque La Mesa 5:30 PM

Stay up to date with this week’s City News in Brief! conta.cc/4bKYqgp Highlights: -Reaffirming Community Safety and Trust -Waterfront Adaptation Plan -Arroyo Burro Open Space Volunteer Event -Defensible Space Public Meetings This Week -Children’s Resource Fair

This Thursday SBA is hosting a community blood drive from 9am-3pm inside the Historic Ovington Terminal. Donors will receive: Comp parking, $15 gift card, souvenir container & more.🔴 Link for more info and to RSVP; rcblood.org/4s2xCOd

🥵 Higher than normal temps happening March 17-20, 2026, in parts of #SantaBarbaraCounty. ➡️ Tips to #BeatTheHeat: ReadySBC.org

🥵 Temperaturas más altas ocurriendo del 17 al 20 de marzo de 2026 en partes del Condado de Santa Bárbara. ➡️ Consejos para combatir el calor: ReadySBC.org

Curious what’s happening around the City? Start with this week’s City News in Brief. conta.cc/4bDsl9p Highlights: -Serve on a City Advisory Group -Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event -Buckle Up with First Responders -Dwight Murphy Field Update …and more!

Daylight saving time is the perfect reminder to #chirp — check your smoke alarms and replace the batteries or the smoke slarm if needed. For more details, visit nfpa.org/smokealarms #DaylightSavingTime

El horario de verano es el recordatorio perfecto para revisar tus detectores de humo y reemplazar las pilas o el detector de humos sis es necesario. Para más detalles, visita NFPA.org/smokealarms #horariodeverano

Acompáñenos a la reunión del Neighborhood Advisory Council el lunes 9 de marzo en el Louise Lowry Davis Center. Agenda: presentación de la campaña “Own Your Impact" y del plan de trabajo de estabilización de rentas. Asista, envíe un comentario y suscríbase para actualizaciones.

Join the Neighborhood Advisory Council on Monday, March 9, at the Louise Lowry Davis Center. Agenda: Overview of “Own Your Impact” campaign and the Rent Stabilization Work Plan. Attend, submit a comment, and subscribe for updates. More info: SantaBarbaraCA.gov/NAC

Estudiantes del 7 al 12 grado acompáñanos en Youth Speak Out el sábado 7 de marzo. Piensa en soluciones a temas locales, obtén 2 horas de servicio comunitario y disfruta de bocadillos. Temas: Sostenibilidad, Antidiscriminación, Salud y seguridad pública y salud mental y bienestar

7th–12th graders: Join Youth Speak Out 2026 on Saturday, March 7. Brainstorm solutions to local issues, earn 2 hrs of community service & enjoy refreshments. Topics: Sustainability, Anti-Discrimination, Public Health & Safety, and Mental Health & Wellness. bit.ly/2026YouthSpeak…

SBA is hosting a community blood drive on March 19th 9am-3pm inside the Historic Ovington Terminal. The event is a collaboration between @delta @americanredcross & SBA❤️Donors will receive a $15 gift card & more! For details and to RSVP rcblood.org/4s2xCOd

El jueves 5 de marzo, la Comisión de Planificación revisará las ordenanzas propuestas sobre alquileres a corto plazo (STR), según lo indicado y establecido en el Elemento de Vivienda 2023–2031 de la Ciudad. Participe en persona o en línea, envíe un comentario y conozca más.

On Thursday, March 5, the Planning Commission will review proposed Short-Term Rental (STR) ordinances to prioritize long-term housing, as directed & outlined in the City’s 23–31 Housing Element. Join in person or online, submit a comment, and learn more. SantaBarbaraCA.gov/STROD

Catch up on the latest in this week’s City News in Brief. conta.cc/40CqVXl Highlights: -Eastside Job Fair -Short-Term Rental Ordinances at Planning Commission -Make It: Workshop Series -Legislative Committee: Platform Update & Priority Bills -SBA Blood Drive …and more!