City News in Brief - November 4, 2024

Past Honoree Pascucci's Solstice Benefit Night Dance.

City "Business in Art" Nominations Now Open

Nominate a local business for the City “Business in Art” Award to celebrate their contributions to arts and culture! This award, established by the City Arts Advisory Committee, recognizes businesses for their innovative support and impact on Santa Barbara's cultural scene. Don’t miss the chance to honor a deserving business—submit your nomination by November 15!

Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event

The Sustainability & Resilience Department's Clean Community Division and MarBorg Industries are hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event on Saturday, November 16 at Santa Barbara City College. Acceptable household hazardous waste includes antifreeze, batteries, cleaners, electronic waste, fluorescent bulbs, paints (latex, oil-based, stains, etc.), motor oil/oil filters, pesticides/herbicides, solvents, and more. This event is only open to City of Santa Barbara residents; no business waste.

Cliff Drive Road median and pedestrian crosswalk.

Construction Begins on Cliff Drive Safety Enhancements

Construction for the Cliff Drive and Alan Road Multiuse Path and Crosswalk Safety Improvements Project began today and is expected be completed November 22. This project will extend the multiuse path from the Cliff/Las Positas Roundabout to the Arroyo Burro Beach County Park parking lot, enhancing accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. Construction may cause some traffic delays in the area. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our community's infrastructure.

Kids play volleyball at Beach Volleyball Camp.

Registration Open for Fall and Winter Camps

Keep kids active this holiday season with five Thanksgiving break camps and three winter break camps offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. Camps include beach volleyball, ice skating, pickleball, skateboarding, and tennis for various age groups. Spots fill up quickly, so register soon!

Artisanal handcrafted dolls, puppets, piñatas, flowers, and pottery.

Celebrate Local Creativity and Culture at Mercado Raíces y Sueños

The Santa Barbara Public Library invites the public to "Mercado Raíces y Sueños" at the new Michael Towbes Library Plaza. This vibrant community event celebrates local creativity and culture, providing a unique market experience with teen and adult entrepreneurs showcasing handcrafted items.

How to Maintain your Backwater Valve Video Thumbnail

Video Spotlight: Backwater Valve Maintenance

Backwater valves protect your property from costly and unpleasant damage by preventing sewage from re-entering your home. To ensure your backwater valve continues to function properly, it is important to check and maintain your backwater valve every 6 months. Learn to maintain your backwater valve with help of our video.

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No Council Meeting This Week

Coffee with a Cop 11/7

Veterans Day - Non-emergency City Offices Closed on 11/11

Caltrans: Virtual Public Meeting for Santa Barbara Highway 101 Corridor Improvements Project 11/13

Milpas Street Crosswalk Safety and Sidewalk Widening Project Survey: Share Your Input!

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What to Do with Pumpkins Post-Halloween: Pumpkins and Jack-o’-lanterns should go in your trash can, not your green yard waste bin. Pumpkins, along with other organic materials, are sorted from the trash and composted at the County’s ReSource Center! For an even better option, compost at home.

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