CountyofSantaBarbara
County Board of Supervisors Budget Workshops This Week
Responsible Stewardship Today; Resilient, Sustainable Tomorrow The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors will hold budget workshops on April 13, 15, and 17 beginning at 9 a.m. each day in the County Administration Building, Fourth Floor Hearing Room, 105 East Anapamu…
County Reopens Maria Ygnacio Bike Path Temporary Bridge Constructed Over Undermined Path Section
The Santa Barbara County Public Works Department reopened the closed section of the Maria Ygnacio Bike Path. Road maintenance crews constructed a temporary bridge over the path that restores access to a critical connection. The section at the U.S. 101…
Significant Decrease in Arrests, Citations, and Medical Calls for Deltopia 2026
The County of Santa Barbara is releasing preliminary figures from the unsanctioned Deltopia spring break street party in Isla Vista, which took place from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, 2026, showing a significant decrease in law enforcement activity…
County of Santa Barbara Launches Free Pre-Approved ADU Plans to Support Local Homeowners and Expand Housing Options
The County of Santa Barbara is proud to announce the release of free, pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) plans designed to lower the cost of constructing an ADU for homeowners and to advance the County’s ongoing commitment to expanding housing…
Applications Are Open For 2026 Waterwise Garden Recognition Contest
Celebrating Santa Barbara County’s Most Beautiful and Water-Efficient Landscapes The Santa Barbara County Water Agency, in partnership with local water providers, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 WaterWise Garden Recognition Contest. This annual contest honors…
Isla Vista County Beaches Closed April 3rd – 5th, 2026
Due to Potential for a “Deltopia” Event The beaches in Isla Vista will be closed from 8:00 a.m. Friday, April 3rd through Monday April 6th at 8:00 a.m. due to the potential for a “Deltopia” event. The closure is to prevent…
Deltopia Weekend: Public Safety Reminders, New Ordinances, and Enforcement Plan
Restrictions in Place Friday, April 3 Through Sunday, April 5 As the unsanctioned festival weekend known as Deltopia approaches, Santa Barbara County agencies are reminding the public of important safety information. The event draws large crowds to Isla Vista each…
Coastal Safety Starts With You: Santa Barbara County Marks Tsunami Preparedness Week
The Santa Barbara County Office of Emergency Management is recognizing March 22 through March 28, 2026, as Tsunami Preparedness Week, encouraging residents and visitors to take simple but critical steps to know how to stay safe along the coast. With…