Rolling out the Resilience Roadmap- Draft Plan Open for Feedback
Rolling out the Resilience RoadmapDraft plan open for feedback A united San Luis Obispo/Santa Barbara County economic strategy is close to fruition, with a draft now available for public comment. Shaped by a 30-person strategy committee with input from more than 400 cross-sector stakeholders, the Roadmap targets growth from within, laying out dozens of actions around career pathways, innovation, housing and more. Go here to review the draft, read FAQs, see what's ahead and submit comment by
County Publishes Third Revised Draft Housing Element Update
The County of Santa Barbara has published a revised Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. The County of Santa Barbara released a Draft 2023 - 2031 Housing Element Update for public review and comments on January 30, 2023 with comments due on March 1, 2023. The County received over 400 comments! The County revised the draft, incorporating many of the public’s ideas including new programs and 19 new
2023 SB County Veterans Stand Down
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Elected Officials Provide Array of Business Resources to Local Community
Elected officials are often known for their work in advocacy and public policy. What many may not be aware of is the array of free business resources available through public offices at the local, county and state level. We had a chance to talk with some of our local elected officials on the resources and assistance they provide the business community. Senator Monique Limón’s office provides direct assistance and in-person support for businesses Senator Monique Limón’s office says they are always there
City of Santa Maria Shopping Cart PSA
Shopping cart owners can be fined up to $1,000 each day for carts found outside store boundaries. Presently, the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department returns abandoned shopping carts to the respective stores. This practice is unsustainable and not good use of taxpayer dollars. The City Community Development Code Enforcement Division will be conducting educational “Walk and Talks” with local grocery store businesses regarding abandoned shopping carts and the City’s Shopping Cart Containment