“State of the City 2023” video on cable, online
“State of the City 2023” video on cable, online Santa Maria Mayor Alice Patino’s “State of the City 2023” address of October 25th is available for viewing anytime on multiple platforms and with closed captioning in English and Spanish. Watch and learn about new housing and downtown revitalization, efforts to expand the City’s boundaries, new parks, declining crime rates, challenges, and so much more. The 47-minute video plays every day at 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the City of Santa Maria’s government
Santa Barbara County Employer Child Care Survey
Dear employers, The United Way and the Brighter Futures Child Care Coalition of Santa Barbara County invites your company to complete a 5-10 minute survey of employers about child care. The confidential survey poses questions about your company and its experiences with child care challenges and child care benefits. The survey may be completed by the business owner, Human Resources lead, lead in Santa Barbara County, or other person familiar with the company's experiences with child care
Public Review of the Third Draft of the Housing Element 2023
Public Review of the Third Draft of the Housing Element 2023 The Third Draft Housing Element is available for public review and comment from Wednesday, October 11th to Wednesday, October 18th. Please visit the Housing Element Update 2023 webpage to review the Third Draft of the Housing Element document, and to learn more about the Housing Element. WHAT’S BEING PLANNED: The Community Development Department is preparing an update to the Housing Element of the City of Santa Maria General Plan, which will
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
Santa Barbara County Veteran Application Form
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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
