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Police, Labor, and Business Community Unite Behind
Santa Barbara Mayor and City Council Candidates
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Three organizations representing Santa Barbara’s business community, working people, and public safety professionals have joined forces to support four candidates in the Santa Barbara City Council race: Eric Friedman for Mayor, Monte Wilson for District 4, Cevin Cathell for District 5, and Alexander Stoeber for District 6.
The Chamber, the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LiUNA!), and the Santa Barbara Police Officers Association have each endorsed the same candidates. While the three organizations represent different interests and perspectives, they have found common ground on the importance of leaders who understand the city, its neighborhoods and its residents, and who will remain focused on local priorities rather than national partisan agendas.
After a thoughtful process of candidate questionnaires, interviews, and careful evaluation, the groups are proud to endorse Friedman, Wilson, Cathell, and Stoeber as candidates who will champion fiscal responsibility, housing, public safety, infrastructure, the workforce, a strong local economy, and a thriving business community.
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Check your inbox!
Your 2027 Chamber membership renewal invoices have been sent!
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Your membership is more than a renewal. It’s an investment in the future of our South Coast business community. Together, we strengthen local businesses, support economic growth, advocate for our business community, and create meaningful connections that help our region thrive.
Renew by October 31, 2026, for a chance to win! The first 100 members to renew will be entered to win two tickets to the 2026 State of the County Economic Summit, valued at $300.
Thank you for being part of what moves our community forward. Let’s keep growing together!
For invoice/renewal questions, email Berlin.
| | UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTING AND GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION | | |
Join us Monday, October 26, for the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Urbane Cafe’s new Goleta location! Celebrate with the community, enjoy prizes and giveaways, and be among the first to check out the new location. The first 50 guests in line will receive a free sandwich every month for a year!
The celebration continues beyond opening day with special promotions throughout the week. From October 26 through November 1, guests who order online or through the Urbane Cafe app will receive a Buy One, Get One reward. Special giveback days will also offer free meals for students on October 28 and teachers and school staff on November 4.
| | Get Your Business in Front of Thousands of Visitors! | | |
Promote your next special event, holiday offer, or seasonal experience at the Santa Barbara South Coast Visitor Center! Our brochure rack placements offer a high-visibility way to connect with thousands of visitors looking for local recommendations.
Your promotional materials can reach guests at the Visitor Center and extend beyond our doors through visitor pop-ups around town and our cruise ship visitor program. Whether you're promoting a holiday special, an upcoming event, a limited-time offer, or a must-do local experience, brochure placement helps put your business directly in front of visitors ready to explore the South Coast.
Interested in reserving a placement? Contact us to learn more about promoting your business through the Visitor Center.
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This week's newsletter is sponsored by
Cottage Health
Join the Cottage Breast Health Clinic on November 5, 4-5 PM for a FREE virtual Meet the Doctor Event with Dr. Rosa Choi. Learn about maintaining good breast health, the importance of breast imaging options, and when it's time to see a breast surgeon. Learn more
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Momentum WORK, Inc
Let the Good Times Roll October 23, 10:30AM, Inclusive community walk-and-roll on State Street.
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Santa Barbara Botanical Garden
Halloween at the Garden, Crafts, trick-or-treating, festive fun, and a sneak peek at Garden Casitas!
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Santa Barbara Comedy Club
Friday Night Laughs, Stand-up comedy featuring comedians from top clubs, Netflix, HBO, and more.
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Downtown Santa Barbara
Safe Halloween Trick-or-Treat October 24, to 6PM, More than 50 downtown businesses.
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Alma Rosa Winery
Vineyard Yoga & Wine Tasting, enjoy outdoor yoga, wine tasting, and a relaxing picnic among the vines.
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Santa Barbara Airport
5th Annual Plane Pull October 24, 10AM, Teams compete to pull a 140,000-pound Alaska Airlines plane.
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We encourage members to send news, press releases, and events to berlin@sbscchamber.com
We publish member news at the Chamber's discretion.
| | | Santa Barbara County seeks public input on its 2027 Legislative Platform, shaping state and federal advocacy priorities. Complete the survey or submit project requests by October 23 at 5 PM. Learn more | | |
Carpinteria’s Measure I proposes a quarter-cent sales tax to fund public safety, roads, and city services.
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Planning Commission holds October 26 hearing on proposed inclusionary housing requirement amendments.
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The City is recruiting Rent Stabilization Board members. Apply by December 2, 2026, at 5 PM.
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