We are working on economic and public safety response time analysis. Our next City Council meeting on the State Street Master Plan is anticipated in September 2025. 

14531
Title

Sustainability & Resilience News

Sections
Gray (trash), blue (recycling), and green (yard waste) carts lined up on a street in Santa Barbara
Holiday MarBorg Service Delay
Due to the Labor Day holiday, residential trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup will be delayed by one day.If your regular curbside pickup day is Monday, September 1, your carts will be collected on Tuesday, September 2, and subsequent…
street sweeper vehicle on a residential road
Street Sweeping Canceled: September 1
Street sweeping and related parking enforcement in the City of Santa Barbara will be canceled on Monday, September 1, due to the Labor Day holiday. There will be no make-up day or changes to the schedule.Regularly scheduled sweeping and…
Filter Results
Image of Electric vehicle charging, heat pump water heater consultation, and storm water landscaping.
Rebate Updates: Incentives Increasing, Tax Credits Ending
There’s never been a better time to make your home more sustainable! The City of Santa Barbara’s Sustainability & Resilience Department encourages you to take advantage of exciting rebates and incentives, some of which are expiring…
A contractor explains the settings on a heat pump water heater to a homeowner, who is holding informational paperwork.
Home Electrification Incentives Available Now!
On July 15, TECH Clean California launched contractor incentives for single-family heat pump HVAC and heat pump water heater projects. This is great news if you’re looking to electrify your home! Incentives range from $700 to $4,300…
Text "Confetti is Litter" over background of confetti
Confetti is Litter
As Old Spanish Days quickly approaches, the City of Santa Barbara reminds the community that confetti is litter. The use of confetti at Santa Barbara parades and festivals is growing, in both the number of events where confetti is used and…
Clay cup on wood table. The cup is labeled “Dune Coffee Roasters – City of Santa Barbara.”
Sip Sustainably This Summer and Save!
The Sustainability & Resilience Department is partnering with Dune Coffee to offer $1 off your drink when you bring in your own reusable cup, or order your drink "for here". You can also upgrade to a reusable branded clay cup for no…
Man washing face in sink
New California Rebates Announced for Heat Pump Water Heater Upgrades as Federal Tax Credit Set to Expire
Great news for homeowners! TECH Clean California has announced new funding available for heat pump water heater rebates, making it even easier for homeowners to upgrade to cleaner, energy-efficient systems.
Clean Up Supplies
Neighborhood Cleanup | Cacique and Alisos Street.
Join the City's Clean Community Division for a neighborhood cleanup! Come by to pick up a cleanup kit or graffiti removal supplies and help transform your neighborhood.Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025Time: 9:…
street sweeper vehicle on a residential road
Street Sweeping Canceled June 19
Street sweeping and related parking enforcement in the City of Santa Barbara will be canceled on Thursday, June 19, due to the Juneteenth holiday. There will be no make-up day or changes to the schedule.Regularly scheduled sweeping and…
Mission Creek at De La Vina with overgrown vegetation encompassing a City building.
Update on Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance
Thank you to everyone who shared feedback on the Draft Creek Buffer Ordinance. We are writing to provide you an update on where we are with the ordinance development and our planned next steps. Based on comments…
Clay cup on wood table. The cup is labeled “Dune Coffee Roasters – City of Santa Barbara.”
Santa Barbara Launches ‘Choose to Reuse’ Pilot with Dune Coffee Roasters
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with Dune Coffee Roasters, has launched a new summer pilot program aimed at reducing single-use coffee cup waste one reusable cup at a time.
Total results: 73 9