Santa Barbara City Council
December 2, 2025

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

CITY COUNCIL
Randy Rowse
Mayor
Kelly McAdoo
City Administrator
Eric Friedman
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kristen W. Sneddon
Ordinance Committee Chair
Sarah J. Knecht
City Attorney
Eric Friedman
Finance Committee Chair
Oscar Gutierrez
Meagan Harmon
Mike Jordan
Wendy Santamaria
City Hall
735 Anacapa Street
http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov
DECEMBER 2, 2025, 2:00 PM
AGENDA
IN-PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT: At the beginning of each meeting of the City Council, Finance Committee, or Ordinance Committee, any member of the public may address the City Council concerning any item not on the Council's agenda. Any person wishing to make such address should first complete and deliver a "Request to Speak" form prior to the time that public comment is taken up by the City Council. Each speaker will be given a total of 3 minutes to address the Council. Pooling of time is not allowed during general public comment. The time allotted for general public comment at the beginning of the 2:00 p.m. session is 30 minutes.

Any member of the public who did not speak during the 2:00 p.m. session but who submitted a request to do so during the 2:00 p.m. 30 minute session may do so at the end of the meeting when the additional “Public Comment (If Necessary)” is announced. The City Council, upon majority vote, may decline to hear a speaker on the grounds that the subject matter is beyond their jurisdiction.

REMOTE PUBLIC COMMENT: Members of the public wishing to speak must “raise their hand” in the Zoom platform by selecting the virtual hand icon when their item is called. The keyboard shortcut for this is Alt+Y for Windows and Option+Y for Macs. City staff will activate the speaker’s microphone when the speaker’s name is called. The speaker will then need to unmute themselves. The keyboard shortcut for this is Alt+M for Windows or Command-Shift-A for Macs.

HOW TO REMOTELY OBSERVE AND/OR SPEAK LIVE AT A MEETING
• Web: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-tbNSuHPTmquCwDEP9hNaQ (Participation via Zoom)
• Telephone: Dial 1-669-900-6833, Enter Webinar ID: 894 0718 1596 (press *9 to raise/lower hand; press *6 to mute/unmute) • Online Streaming: Council meetings are streamed live at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP • TV: Each regular City Council meeting is broadcast live in English and Spanish on City TV Channel 18 and rebroadcast in English on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 8:00 a.m., and in Spanish on Sundays at 3:00 p.m.

Each televised Council meeting is closed captioned for the hearing impaired. Check the City TV program guide at www.santabarbaraca.gov/citytv for rebroadcasts of Finance and Ordinance Committee meetings.

WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may also be submitted via email to [email protected] prior to the beginning of the Council Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to City Council and will become part of the public record.
(CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE)
ORDER OF BUSINESS: Regular meetings of the Finance Committee and the Ordinance Committee begin at 12:00 p.m. The regular City Council meeting begins at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

REPORTS: Copies of the reports relating to agenda items are available for review at http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP.In accordance with state law requirements, this agenda generally contains only a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed at the meeting. Should you wish more detailed information regarding any particular agenda item, you are encouraged to obtain a copy of the Council Agenda Report (a "CAR") online at the City's website (http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP). Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are posted to the City’s website as soon as reasonably feasible.

CONSENT CALENDAR: The Consent Calendar is comprised of items that will not usually require discussion by the City Council. A Consent Calendar item is open for discussion by the City Council upon request of a Councilmember, City staff, or member of the public. Items on the Consent Calendar may be approved by a single motion. Should you wish to comment on an item listed on the Consent Agenda, after turning in your "Request to Speak" form, you should come forward to speak or raise your hand in Zoom at the time the Council considers the Consent Calendar.

LANGUAGE TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETATION: The City of Santa Barbara offers live Spanish translation and interpretation for City Council Meetings via the Wordly platform. Follow the directions below to access the service. • Go to: https://attend.wordly.ai/join/QQBV-6746
o Ensure the Session ID QQBV-6746 is displayed.
o Select “Spanish” and click on the “Attend” button.
o You can now read the captions on your device and/or listen to the translation of the City Council meeting. o Click the speaker button to hear a text-to-speech version of the translated dialogue. • If you have any questions or concerns, please contact City TV at 805-564-5311.

SPANISH INTERPRETATION: If you need interpretation of your communications to Council from Spanish into English, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 564-5309 or by email at [email protected]. If possible, notification of at least 48 hours will usually enable the City to make arrangements.

INTERPRETACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Si necesita una interpretación del español al inglés, para sus comunicaciones al Consejo, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal al 564-5309, o por correo electrónico a [email protected]. Si es posible, la notificación de al menos 48 horas generalmente permitirá a la Ciudad hacer los arreglos.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need auxiliary aids or services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator's Office at 564-5305 or by email at [email protected]. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. For those who need accessibility accommodation in using the “raise hand” function and/or registering to participate in the Zoom session, please contact the Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting for assistance. Additionally, a speaker may email [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. the day before a meeting, stating which item they wish to speak on. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. 12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 1 DECEMBER 2, 2025 AGENDA
ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING - 12:00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER (120.03)

1. Subject: Single-Use Materials Regulations (120.03)
Recommendation: That Ordinance Committee review and recommend for approval to the City Council an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Section 2.42.040, Chapter 9.160 and Chapter 9.165, and Repealing Chapter 9.150 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code Relating to Expanded Polystyrene Single-Use Plastics and Solid Waste Reduction. 12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 2 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - 2:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

CEREMONIAL ITEMS

1. Subject: Employee Recognition – Service Award Pins (120.04) Recommendation: That Council authorize the City Administrator to express the City’s appreciation to employees who are eligible to receive service award pins for their years of service through December 31, 2025.

CHANGES TO THE AGENDA

CONSENT CALENDAR

2. Subject: Amendment of Regional Coastal Adaptation Monitoring Program Cooperative Agreement [Ordinance Adoption; Agreement] (630.02) Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Approving and Authorizing the Sustainability & Resilience Director to Execute Amendment #1 to the Cooperative Agreement with the Beach Erosion Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment (BEACON) for the Regional Coastal Adaptation Monitoring Program.

3. Subject: Adoption of an Ordinance for an Agreement with Eneridge Inc. for the Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations [Ordinance Adoption; Agreement] (630.02)
Recommendation: That Council adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Authorizing the Sustainability and Resilience Director to Execute an Agreement with Eneridge Inc. for the Installation and 10- Year Operation of Four Electric Vehicle Charging Ports at the East Parking Lot of the Cabrillo Pavillion.
12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 3

4. Subject: Amendment to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project [Ordinance Introduction; Resolution; Agreement] (540.13)
Recommendation: That Council:

A. Introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Approving an Amendment to the Installment Sale Agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project (Project No. 8508-110); and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 25-066, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, to Appropriate the Amended Loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project.

5. Subject: October 2025 Investment Report (260.02)
Recommendation: That Council accept the October 2025 Investment Report.

6. Subject: Approval of Business Tax Administration and Revenue Audit Services Agreement [Agreement] (210.01)
Recommendation: That Council authorizes the Finance Director, pending approval as to form of the agreement by the City Attorney, to execute an agreement with Muniservices for business tax administration and revenue audit services for three (3) years, with an option to extend the agreement for two (2) one-year periods, at an estimated cost of $360,000 per year for administration and for contingencies ranging from 15% to 40% for audit services.

7. Subject: City Attorney Employment Agreement [Agreement] (160.01) Recommendation: That Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an employment agreement with John Doimas to serve as the City Attorney effective December 27, 2025.
12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 4

8. Subject: Amendments to Increase On-Call Data Integration Support Contracts with Pre-Qualified Data Integration Consultants for Water Resources Facilities [Agreement] (530.01)
Recommendation: That Council:

A. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a First Amendment to increase City Professional Services Agreement No. 28,369 with HiTech Concepts, Inc. for on-call data integration services to support Water Resources facilities in the amount of $300,000 for a new total not-to-exceed expenditure authority of $550,000; and
B. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a First Amendment to increase City Professional Services Agreement No. 28,370 with Mako Automation, Inc. for on-call data integration services to support Water Resources facilities in the amount of $700,000, for a new total not-to-exceed expenditure authority of $950,000.

9. Subject: Public Works Department Title VI Plan – Ensuring Nondiscrimination and Language Access in Public Services and Capital Projects (530.01)
Recommendation: That Council review and adopt the City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department Title VI Program and Implementation Plan for 2025-2028, as required by the California Department of Transportation, and authorize the Public Works Director to make minor changes as necessary.
12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 5

CONSENT PUBLIC HEARING

10. Subject: 2025 California Building and Fire Codes Adoption [Ordinance Adoption] (520.03)
Recommendation: That Council:

A. Adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Chapter 22.04 of the Municipal Code and Adopting by Reference the 2025 Edition of the California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2; the 2025 Edition of the California Residential Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Electrical Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Mechanical Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Plumbing Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Energy Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Historical Building Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Existing Buildings Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Referenced Standards Code; and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code; Adopting Local Revision to Those Codes; and Repealing Ordinance Number 6093; and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Chapter 8.04 of the Municipal Code and Adopting by Reference the 2024 International Fire Code, Including Appendix Chapter 4 and Appendices B, BB, C, CC, and H of that Code; the 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and the 2025 California Fire Code with Local Amendments to Both Codes.

REPORT FROM THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE

GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT

PULLED CONSENT ITEMS

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS

11. Subject: Appointments to City Advisory Groups (140.05) Recommendation: That Council make appointments to the City’s Advisory Groups.

CITY COUNCIL ADMINISTRATIVE AND ATTORNEY REPORTS
12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 6

CITY ADMINISTRATOR

12. Subject: Disposition and Development Agreement Between the City of Santa Barbara and Alliance Bernstein for the Proposed Redevelopment at Paseo Nuevo [Ordinance Introduction; Agreement] (170.01)
Recommendation: That Council:

A. Introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance Finding the Project Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Under Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 and Approving and Authorizing Execution of the Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project Development and Disposition Agreement between the City of Santa Barbara and Paseo Propco, LLC; and
B. Direct the Community Development Director to file promptly a notice of exemption for the project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

13. Subject: Fiscal Year 2026 First-Quarter Review [Resolution] (230.04) Recommendation: That Council:

A. Receive a report from staff on the status of revenues and expenditures in relation to budget for the three months ended September 30, 2025; B. Accept the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Interim Financial Statements for the three months ended September 30, 2025;
C. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 25-102 to Approve Proposed First-Quarter (Q1) Adjustments to FY2026 Revenue and Expenditure Appropriations as Detailed in the Attached Schedule of Proposed Q1 Adjustments;
D. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Position Salary Control Resolution No. 25-117 for Authorized Positions for Fiscal Year 2026. Changes are Effective November 15, 2025; and
E. Provide direction to staff regarding revenue generating and expenditure control options to balance the General Fund budget in FY2026 and forecast for FY2027.
12/02/2025 Santa Barbara City Council Final Agenda Page 7

COUNCIL AND STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT REPORTS & ENGAGEMENTS

PUBLIC COMMENT (IF NECESSARY)

ADJOURNMENT

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

ORDINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING

MEETING AGENDA
DATE: December 2, 2025 Kristen W. Sneddon, Chair
TIME: 12:00 p.m. Oscar Gutierrez
PLACE: Council Chambers Mike Jordan
Office of the City Office of the City
Administrator Attorney
Kelly McAdoo Sarah Knecht
City Administrator, City Administrator’s Office City Attorney Nicole Grisanti
Supervisor, City Administrator’s Office
IN-PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT: Any person wishing to address the Ordinance Committee should first complete and deliver a "Request to Speak" form prior to the time that public comment is taken up by the Committee Member. Each speaker will be given a total of 3 minutes to address the Committee. The Ordinance Committee, upon majority vote, may decline to hear a speaker on the grounds that the subject matter is beyond their jurisdiction.

WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may also be submitted via email to [email protected] prior to the beginning of the Ordinance Committee Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to the Ordinance Committee and will become part of the public record.

HOW TO REMOTELY OBSERVE AND/OR SPEAK LIVE AT A MEETING:
 WEB: https://santabarbaraca-gov.zoom.us/j/83099911799?pwd=N0fwX914FLbpUNNMPr2foEbiub5ovC.1 Passcode: 199458
 TELEPHONE: Phone one-tap:
+16699006833,,83099911799# US (San Jose)
+16694449171,,83099911799# US
REPORTS: Copies of the reports relating to agenda items are available for review at http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP.In accordance with state law requirements, this agenda generally contains only a brief general description of each item of business to be transacted or discussed at the meeting. Should you wish more detailed information regarding any particular agenda item, you are encouraged to obtain a copy of the Council Agenda Report (a "CAR") online at the City's website (http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CAP). Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are posted to the City’s website as soon as reasonably feasible.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need auxiliary aids or services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator's Office at 564-5305 or by email at [email protected] if possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. For those who need accessibility accommodation in using the “raise hand” function and/or registering to participate in the Zoom session, please contact the Clerk’s office by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting for assistance. Additionally, a speaker may email [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. the day before a meeting, stating which item they wish to speak on. Specialized Services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange.

Agenda Item No.

File Code No. 120.03

ITEM FOR CONSIDERATION
SUBJECT: Single-Use Materials Regulations
RECOMMENDATION: That Ordinance Committee review and recommend for approval to the City Council an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Section

2.42.040, Chapter 9.160 and Chapter 9.165, and Repealing Chapter 9.150 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code Relating to Expanded Polystyrene Single-Use Plastics and Solid Waste Reduction.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Ordinance Committee
FROM: Sustainability & Resilience Department
SUBJECT: Single-Use Materials Regulations
RECOMMENDATION:

That Ordinance Committee review and recommend for approval to the City Council an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Section 2.42.040, Chapter 9.160 and Chapter 9.165, and Repealing Chapter 9.150 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code Relating to Expanded Polystyrene Single-Use Plastics and Solid Waste Reduction.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

On September 18, 2025, staff presented a draft single-use materials ordinance to the Sustainability Council Committee and the Committee voted in support of staff’s recommendation. The ordinance proposes the following updates:

1. Polystyrene Foodware and Products Ban

2. Disposable Foodware Standards

3. Single-Use Beverage Container Regulations

4. Mylar and Latex Balloon Restrictions

5. Plastic and Mylar Confetti Restrictions

6. Reusable Foodware Policy for On-Site Dining

7. Reusable Cup Requirement for Large Events

8. Plastic Bag Ban
If adopted by Council, the ordinance would be followed by a robust education and outreach program to ensure a smooth transition to safe alternatives. Staff recommends that the Ordinance Committee forward the proposed ordinance to Council for introduction and adoption.

DISCUSSION:

As a longstanding environmental leader, the City of Santa Barbara remains committed to comprehensive waste reduction initiatives and the promotion of environmentally sustainable practices. Single-use plastics pose a threat to the environment from origin to Agenda Item No. 1
File Code No. 120.03
Ordinance Committee Agenda Report
Single-Use Materials Regulations
December 2, 2025

end-of-life and contaminate our waste streams. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, plastic production is responsible for 3.5% of all greenhouse gas emissions. Plastics also put marine species at higher risk of ingesting, suffocating, or becoming entangled in plastic pollution. To address and mitigate environmental impacts, the City of Santa Barbara is proposing a comprehensive single-use materials ordinance.

1. Polystyrene Foodware and Products
In 2019, the City banned expanded polystyrene food containers and products due to recycling challenges and health risks to wildlife. The new proposed ordinance would amend SBMC 9.160 and add rigid polystyrene and additional expanded polystyrene (EPS) products to the ban. The sale and distribution of polystyrene foodware and EPS cartons and trays would be prohibited. Exemptions will be provided for food prepared or packaged outside of the City.

2. Disposable Foodware Standards
To further align with regulations adopted by neighboring jurisdictions, the City proposes expanding its Straws, Stirrers, and Cutlery Ordinance (SBMC 9.165). Plastic and bioplastic foodware cannot be recycled or processed at the County’s ReSource Center and, as a result, all disposable plastic foodware is landfilled.

The proposed ordinance would prohibit the distribution of disposable foodware and cutlery that are not compostable within the City’s collection programs. Fiber, paper, bamboo, and wheat straw are acceptable alternatives that can be composted at the ReSource Center.

3. Single-Use Beverage Container Regulations
Single-use beverage containers are common sources of litter that pollute the marine environment. To address this, the ordinance proposes a limited single-use plastic water bottle ban. Vendors would be prohibited from selling single-use plastic water bottles that are eight fluid ounces or smaller in size.

To support the change, the City would seek to add water refill stations in key locations, simplify permitting, and launch a public campaign to educate residents on water quality and plastic pollution impacts. Exemptions would be provided for emergencies and other situations deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.

In addition to plastic bottles, the ordinance proposes banning aseptic paper packaging, such as juice boxes or Tetrapak, at City-owned and operated facilities. Aseptic containers are very challenging to recycle and are not accepted in the City’s recycling collection program.

Municipal funds would not be used to purchase non-compliant packaging.

Ordinance Committee Agenda Report
Single-Use Materials Regulations
December 2, 2025

4. Mylar and Latex Balloon Restrictions
Balloons are sources of marine debris that can endanger ocean life when ingested. Mylar balloons also pose public safety risks, potentially causing power outages and fires. To mitigate these risks, the ordinance would prohibit the sale, use, and distribution of Mylar ballons within the City. The release of latex balloons would also be prohibited. Residents are encouraged to use safer alternatives, such as reusable paper lanterns or paper banners, for celebrations.

5. Plastic and Mylar Confetti Restrictions
Plastic and Mylar confetti are not biodegradable and can harm wildlife and pollute waterways. To reduce this impact, the ordinance proposes banning the sale of plastic and Mylar confetti. Residents can opt for safer alternatives, such as paper confetti or leaves and flower petals for celebrations.

6. Reusable Foodware Policy for On-Site Dining
Businesses can simultaneously reduce their waste generation and save money by opting for reusable foodware when serving food and beverages on-site. A cost analysis of reusable foodware by UpStream Solutions, a nonprofit specializing in reuse, concluded that cost savings are usually realized within a few months and always within a year when switching to reusables.

The ordinance would require food and beverages served for on-site consumption to be served on reusable foodware only. Exemptions would be available on a case-by-case basis for businesses that cannot obtain access to adequate dishwashing capacity. To assist with the transition to reusables, the City would seek to provide grants for dishwashers and reusable foodware purchases.

7. Reusable Cup Requirement for Large Events
Single-use plastic and bioplastic cups are not recyclable through the City’s collection system and are landfilled. The proposed ordinance would require permitted events to ensure that at least 10% of beverages served at the event are served in reusable cups.

Event organizers would be required to state how the requirement will be met in the event permit application.

To implement the reusable cup requirement, the City would adopt a phased approach.

The requirement would only apply to City-led events during the first year of implementation and apply to all other permitted events thereafter. Exemptions would be provided for cases of undue hardship or practical difficulty.

Ordinance Committee Agenda Report
Single-Use Materials Regulations
December 2, 2025

8. Plastic Bag Ban
The City’s current Single-Use Carryout Bag Ordinance allows for the distribution of reusable plastic bags that meet a minimum thickness. In 2024, California passed Senate Bill 1053, which bans all plastic carryout bags at grocery stores by January 1, 2026. The proposed ordinance would repeal SBMC 9.150 and adopt the latest state legislation.

Education and Outreach to Ensure a Smooth Transition to Safer Alternatives Effective education and outreach are critical to the success of material bans. The Clean Community Division has fostered collaborative relationships with the business community through proactive communication and bilingual education. This proactive approach would continue and be supported by the Community Engagement Division to ensure a smooth transition to safer alternatives.

In the past year, staff conducted a materials survey to identify prevalent single-use foodware materials. Of the 282 businesses surveyed, 56 used disposable foodware to serve food and beverages on-site. Some businesses cited space constraints or limited staffing as barriers to implementing dishwashing. Many of the businesses using disposables had already switched from Styrofoam or plastic foodware to compostable alternatives.

Additionally, staff observed various plant-based plastic straw and cutlery products at multiple restaurants. Some of the businesses explained that they were not aware that this material is not accepted in the City’s compost collection program and does not break down in marine environments. This highlights a need for more education on compostable plastics and simplified messaging.

Based on these findings, staff will prioritize transitioning businesses to reusable foodware and enhancing compostable foodware education. When reusable options are not feasible, staff will identify opportunities to switch to compostable alternatives. The Clean Community Division will develop a robust education and outreach program, including a “Clean Community Toolkit” for businesses. The toolkit would include:
• Incentive programs and rebates for businesses to switch to reusable foodware; • Signage, stickers, flyers, and bilingual staff trainings; • Foodware purchasing guides;
• List of suppliers and pricing for alternative materials; • Free alternative packaging and foodware samples;
• Waste audits and consultations by the Clean Community Division; • Workshops to connect businesses with vendors who supply compliant materials; and • Robust social media campaign.

While outreach will remain the top priority, enforcement is a crucial tool for the successful implementation of material ordinances. Stakeholders would receive advanced notification Ordinance Committee Agenda Report
Single-Use Materials Regulations
December 2, 2025

of all requirements, exemptions, and implementation timelines before any enforcement takes effect.

The Sustainability & Resilience Department recently recruited a full-time Code Enforcement Officer and a Recycling Educator who will oversee the implementation of the proposed outreach and education plan.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

There are sufficient expenditure appropriations in the adopted Solid Waste Fund Budget in Fiscal Year 2026 to fund the costs related to the development and implementation of updated single-use materials regulations. The cost to develop single-use materials regulations and shepherd the regulations through the approval process can be accomplished with existing staff. Similarly, the cost of outreach, education, and communication materials can be accomplished with existing staff.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

The reduction of single-use plastics contributes to the City of Santa Barbara’s ongoing carbon emissions reduction efforts. Plastic foodware production relies on fossil fuels and is often used only once before it is sent to a landfill. Switching to reusables and utilizing disposable items that can be composted through the City’s collection programs, diverts more material from the landfill. Additionally, single-use materials are one of the top sources of litter in City streets and waterways. Reducing the prevalence of these materials would result in less ingestion of toxins from plastics that accumulate up the food chain through marine animals. Waste reduction not only results in fewer carbon emissions but also creates a safer environment for wildlife and improves public health.

ATTACHMENT: Draft Single-Use Materials Ordinance
PREPARED BY: Daniela Rosales, Environmental Specialist
SUBMITTED BY: Alelia Parenteau, Sustainability and Resilience Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
1 ORDINANCE NO. _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA BARBARA AMENDING SECTION 2.42.040,
CHAPTER 9.160 AND CHAPTER 9.165, AND REPEALING
CHAPTER 9.150 RELATING TO EXPANDED

POLYSTYRENE SINGLE-USE PLASTICS AND SOLID

WASTE REDUCTION

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 2.24.040 of Chapter 2.42 of Title 2 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

2.42.040 Function of Department.

The function of the Department is the administration of matters pertaining to sustainability or resilience for the City and any other functions assigned by the City Administrator. The Sustainability and Resilience Department is designated as the local agency for enforcement of any provision of Part 3 of Division 30 of the California Public Resources Code whenever designation of such a local enforcement agency is required by State law.

SECTION 2. Chapter 9.160 of Title 9 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

9.160.010 Title.

The title of this Chapter shall be "Regulating Expanded Polystyrene Food Containers and Products."

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
2 9.160.020 Purpose.

The purpose of these provisions is to promote:

A. The protection of the City's unique waterways and coastal resources including beaches, tidelands, creeks and riparian habitat.

B. To protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

C. Compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding water quality and waste diversion.

D. A reduction in the amount of waste/debris in City parks, public open spaces, creeks, tidelands and the ocean, and the amount of material going to landfills.

9.160.030 Definitions.

The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings defined in this section unless the context clearly requires otherwise:

ASTM Standard. The standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) international standard D6400 or D6868 for biodegradable and compostable plastics, as those standards may be amended.

A. BIODEGRADABLE. A material that is compostable (separately defined) or the ability of organic matter to break down from a complex to a more simple form through the action of bacteria or to undergo this process.

B. CITY FACILITY. Any building, structure or vehicle owned and operated

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
3 by the City, its agents, agencies, and departments.

C. CITY CONTRACTOR. Any person or entity that enters into an agreement with the City to furnish products or services to or for the City.

Compostable. Materials that have the ability to break down, or otherwise become part of usable compost (e.g., soil-conditioning material, mulch) Compostable disposable food containers must meet ASTM standards for compostable materials D. COMPOSTABLE. An item or material that:

1. Meets standards for compostability from a certified/approved independent third-party approved by the Sustainability and Resilience Department or designee, in collaboration with local waste processors, haulers, and/or other entities, as needed; and/or

2. Is any variation of acceptable materials that will break down or otherwise become part of usable compost in a safe and timely manner as determined by the Sustainability and Resilience Department or designee, in collaboration with local waste processors, haulers, and/or other entities, as needed; and

3. Is Natural Fiber-based. Compostable items may include those that are made entirely of Natural Fiber or Natural Fiber-based items that are coated or lined with biologically based polymer, such as, but not limited to corn or other plant sources (e.g., compostable plastics), if certified/approved by independent third parties approved by the Sustainability and Resilience Department or designee.

Compostable does not include items made entirely/primarily of biologically

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
4 based polymer (e.g., PLA, PHA, or other compostable plastic), even if labeled or certified as compostable.

E. DISPOSABLE FOOD CONTAINER. A term interchangeable with to-go packaging and food packaging material and means all containers that are used to hold prepared food or drinks. Disposable food containers include clamshells, bowls, plates, trays, cartons, and cups that are intended for single use, including, without limitation, food containers for takeout foods and/or leftovers from partially consumed meals prepared by food providers. This does not include single-use disposable items such as straws, cup lids, or utensils, nor does it include single-use disposable packaging for unprepared foods.

F. EVENTS PROMOTER. An applicant for any event permit issued by the City or any City employee(s) responsible for any City-organized event.

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS). Blown expanded and extruded polystyrene or other plastic foams which are processed by any number of techniques including, but not limited to, fusion of monomer spheres (expanded bead plastic), injection molding, foam molding, and extrusion-blown molding (extruded foam plastic). Expanded polystyrene and other plastic foam is generally used to make cups, bowls, plates, trays, clamshell containers, meat trays, ice chests, shipping boxes and packing peanuts.

Expanded Polystyrene Products. Any item such as coolers, ice chests, cups, bowls, plates, clamshell containers, shipping boxes, or any other merchandise made from expanded polystyrene that is not wholly encapsulated or encased by a more durable

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
5 material.

G. FOOD PROVIDER. Any person located within the City that is a retailer of prepared food or beverages for public consumption including, but not limited to, any store, supermarket, delicatessen, restaurant, shop, caterer or mobile food vendor.

H. FOODWARE. Products used for serving, consuming or transporting prepared food or raw food or beverages, including, but not limited to, plates, bowls, trays, cups or drink ware, or any container in or on which food or beverages are placed or packaged for consumption, as well as accessory items such as wrappers or wrapping, condiment containers, straws, and utensils.

I. PERSON. An individual, business, event promoter, trust, firm, joint stock company, corporation, nonprofit, including a government corporation, partnership, or association.

J. POLYSTYRENE. A thermoplastic petrochemical material utilizing the styrene monomer, including, but not limited to, rigid polystyrene or expanded polystyrene, processed by any number of techniques, including, but not limited to, fusion of polymer spheres (expandable bead polystyrene), injection molding, expanded polystyrene molding, or extrusion-blow molding (extruded polystyrene), and clear or solid polystyrene (oriented polystyrene). The resin code for polystyrene is ‘6’ or ‘PS,’ either alone or in combination with other letters. This definition applies to all polystyrene foodware, regardless of whether it exhibits a resin code.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
6 K. POLYSTYRENE COOLER. Any cooler or ice chest made of polystyrene foam (expanded polystyrene), where such foam is not fully encased in another more durable material.

L. POLYSTYRENE FOODWARE. Foodware that contains or utilizes polystyrene.

M. POLYSTYRENE PACKAGES. Any meat and fish trays, produce trays, or egg cartons made, in whole or in part, from polystyrene, either as separate items or as part of the sale of meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, fruit, or eggs sold to consumers.

N. POLYSTYRENE PACKING MATERIAL. Polystyrene material is used to hold, cushion, or protect items packed in a container for shipping, transport, or storage, including shipping boxes and packing peanuts.

Prepared Food. Food or beverages, which are served, packaged, cooked, chopped, sliced, mixed, brewed, frozen, squeezed or otherwise prepared within the City.

Prepared food does not include raw, butchered meats, fish and/or poultry sold from a butcher case or similar food establishment.

O. RECYCLABLE. Materials that can be recycled consistent with the requirements of Chapter 7.16, including, but not limited to, aluminum, tin and bi-metal cans, clear and colored glass containers, high density polyethylene (HDPE), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), clear or rigid polystyrene, corrugated cardboard and mixed paper.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
7 P. VENDOR. Any store or business which sells or offers goods or merchandise, located or operating within the City, including those referenced in the definition of "food provider."

9.160.040 ExpandedProhibition of Specified Polystyrene Products Disposable Food Containers Prohibited.

A. It is unlawful for any food provider within the City to provide prepared food in or provide separately any disposable food container made from expanded polystyrene, except as exempted in Section 9.160.070. It is unlawful within the City for a person to sell, offer for sale, distribute, or provide for use by others any polystyrene foodware, cooler, package, or packing material.

B. Disposable food containers made from expanded polystyrene are prohibited from use in all City facilities.

C. City contractors in the performance of City contracts and events promoters may not provide prepared food in disposable food containers made from expanded polystyrene.
§ 9.160.050. Required Biodegradable, Compostable, or Recyclable Disposable Food Containers.

A. All food providers within the City utilizing disposable food containers shall use biodegradable, compostable or recyclable products
B. All City facilities utilizing disposable food containers shall use biodegradable,

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
8 compostable or recyclable products.

C. City contractors and events promoters utilizing disposable food containers shall use biodegradable, compostable, or recyclable products while performing under a City contract or permit.
§ 9.160.060. Prohibited Sales.

It is unlawful for any vendor or events promoter in the City to sell or otherwise provide any expanded polystyrene product which is not wholly encapsulated or encased within a more durable material, except as exempted in Section 9.160.070. This specifically includes, but is not limited to, cups, plates, bowls, trays, clamshells and other products intended primarily for food service use, as well as coolers, containers, ice chests, shipping boxes, packing peanuts, or other packaging materials.

9.160.070050 Exemptions.

A. This chapter does not apply to personal use by individuals of polystyrene foodware, packages, packaging, or coolers.

B. This chapter does not apply to the following polystyrene products:

1. Products made from expanded polystyrene which are wholly encapsulated or encased by a more durable material. Examples include surfboards, life preservers, and craft supplies which are wholly encapsulated or encased by a more durable material, and coolers encased in hard plastic.

2. Construction products made from expanded polystyrene are

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
9 exempted from this chapter if the products are used in compliance with Title 22, Environmental Policy and Construction, and Chapter 22.87, Stormwater Management, for development and redevelopment projects, and used in a manner preventing the expanded polystyrene from being released into the environment.

3. Expanded polystyrene packaging products which have been received from sources outside the City may be reused in order to keep the products out of the waste stream.

A. A food provider or other vendor may apply for an exemption from the requirements set forth in Section 9.160.040(A) under the following circumstances:

1. Food Provider - Financial Hardship or Practical Difficulty. The City Finance Director or designee may exempt a food provider from the requirements set forth in Section 9.160.040(A) for up to one-year if the food provider applies for an exemption from the City Finance Director showing, in writing, that this chapter would create an undue hardship or practical difficulty as evidenced by no alternatives being available or such alternatives are not affordable to the food provider.

2. Public Health and Safety. Exemptions to allow for the sale or provision of expanded polystyrene products may be granted by the Finance Director or designee, if the food provider or vendor can demonstrate, in writing, a public health and safety requirement or medical necessity to use the product.

B. Procedures for Applying for an Exemption.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
10 1. Application Materials. An exemption application shall include all information necessary for the Finance Director or designee to make a decision, including, but not limited to, documentation showing factual support for the claimed exemption. The Finance Director or designee may require the applicant to provide additional information.

2. The Finance Director or designee may approve the exemption application in whole or in part, with or without conditions.

3. The Finance Director or designee shall put the decision to grant or deny the exemption in writing and the decision shall be final.

4. An exemption granted under subsection A shall not be renewed.

C. The following foods or products are exempt from the provisions of this chapter:

1. Foods prepared or packaged outside the City and sold inside the City.

2. Raw meat, fish and other raw food trays.

3. Products made from expanded polystyrene which are wholly encapsulated or encased by a more durable material. Examples include surfboards, life preservers, and craft supplies which are wholly encapsulated or encased by a more durable material, and coolers encased in hard plastic.

4. Construction products made from expanded polystyrene are exempted from this chapter if the products are used in compliance with Title 22,

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
11 Environmental Policy and Construction, and Chapter 22.87, Stormwater Management, for development and redevelopment projects, and used in a manner preventing the expanded polystyrene from being released into the environment.

5. During a locally declared emergency, the City, emergency response agencies operating within the City, users of City facilities, and food providers shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter.

6. Expanded polystyrene packaging products which have been received from sources outside the City may be reused in order to keep the products out of the waste stream.

9.160.080060 Penalties and Enforcement.

A. The presence of non-recyclable plastic food containers on the premises of a food provider shall constitute a rebuttable presumption that such packaging is being dispensed.

B. Violations of this chapter shall be enforced as follows:

1. For the first violation, upon a determination that a violation of this chapter has occurred, the City shall issue a written warning notice to the food provider which will specify the violation and the appropriate penalties in the event of future violations.

2. Thereafter, any person violating or failing to comply with any of

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
12 the requirements of this chapter shall be subject to remedies specified pursuant to Chapters 1.25 and 1.28 of this code.

3. Each and every sale or other transfer of non-recyclable plastic food packaging shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter.

4. The City Attorney may seek legal, injunctive, or other equitable relief to enforce this chapter.

C. The remedies and penalties provided in this chapter are cumulative and not exclusive of other remedies and penalties available under other provisions of applicable law.

D. The Enforcement Officer as designated by Chapter 7.16 of this Code is responsible for enforcement and administration of this Chapter. The Enforcement Officer is authorized to conduct inspections, issue citations, and to obtain inspection warrants for enforcement of this Chapter.

SECTION 3. Chapter 9.165 of Title 9 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read:

9.165.010 Title.

The title of this chapter shall be "Restrictions on the Provision of Plastic Beverage Straws, Stirrers, and Cutlery." “Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling.”

9.165.020 Definitions.

The following words and phrases, whenever used in this chapter, shall have the meanings defined in this section unless the context clearly requires otherwise:

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
13 A. ASEPTIC PAPER PACKAGING. Shelf-safe packaging typically containing layers of paper, plastic, and aluminum.

B. BALLOON. A flexible bag, including, but not limited to, those made from rubber latex, foil, metal, polychloroprene, Mylar, or nylon fabric, that is designed to be inflated with air or gas lighter than air such as helium, hydrogen, nitrous oxide, or oxygen, causing it to float.

C. BEVERAGE. Any liquid, including any slurry, frozen, semi-frozen, or other forms of liquids, intended for drinking.

Beverage Provider. Any business, organization, entity, group, or individual located within the City that offers beverages to the public for consumption.

City-Sponsored Event. Any event organized or sponsored by the City or any department of the City.

D. FOOD PROVIDER. Any person located within the City that is a retailer of prepared food or beverages for public consumption including, but not limited to, any delicatessen, restaurant, shop, caterer, mobile food vendor, or store or supermarket that provides retail to-go or eat-in food or beverage service.

E. FOOD. Food includes prepared food and raw food.

F. FOODWARE. Products used for serving, consuming or transporting prepared food or raw food or beverages, including, but not limited to, plates, bowls, trays, cups or drinkware, or any container in or on which food or beverages are placed or

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
14 packaged for consumption, as well as accessory items such as wrappers or wrapping, condiment containers, straws, and utensils.

G. FLUORINATED CHEMICAL. A class of fluorinated organic compounds containing at least one fully fluorinated carbon atom, also known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS chemicals.

H. FLUORINATED CHEMICAL FREE. An item that: (1) contains no intentionally added fluorinated chemicals beyond a City-determined acceptable threshold; (2) is listed, described, or referenced as fluorinated chemical free on the City’s website; and (3) is either certified by the Biodegradable Product Institute (BPI) or other third party as recognized by the City; or (4) is a napkin, stirrer, splash stick, cocktail stick, toothpick, or utensil made entirely of natural fiber, containing no intentionally added fluorinated chemicals.

I. LATEX BALLOON. A balloon made with the sap from a rubber tree. During the manufacturing process many chemicals are added to raw rubber including pigments, oils, curing agents and accelerators.

J. PERSON. An individual, business, event promoter, trust, firm, joint stock company, corporation, nonprofit, including a government corporation, partnership, or association.

K. PLASTIC BEVERAGE BOTTLE. Any formed or molded beverage container comprised predominantly of plastic resin, having a relatively inflexible fixed shape or form, having a neck that is smaller than the container body, and intended primarily as a single-

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
15 service container.

L. PLASTIC BEVERAGE STRAW. A tube made predominantly of plastic derived from either petroleum or a biologically based polymer, such as corn or other plant sources, for transferring a beverage from its container to the mouth of the drinker. Plastic beverage straw includes compostable and biodegradable petroleum or biologically based polymer straws, but does not include straws that are made from non-plastic materials, such as paper, sugar cane, bamboo, etc.

M. PLASTIC CUTLERY. Any utensil, such as a fork, spoon, spork, or knife, made predominantly of plastic derived from either petroleum or a biologically based polymer, such as corn or other plant sources intended for only one-time use. Plastic cutlery includes compostable and biodegradable petroleum or biologically based polymer forms of cutlery, but does not include forms of cutlery that are made from non-plastic materials, such as paper, sugar cane, bamboo, etc.

N. PLASTIC STIRRER. A device that is used to mix beverages, intended for only one-time use, and made predominantly of plastic derived from either petroleum or a biologically based polymer, such as corn or other plant sources. Plastic stirrer includes compostable and biodegradable petroleum or a biologically based polymer stirrers, but does not include stirrers that are made from non-plastic materials, such as paper, sugar cane, bamboo, etc.

O. REUSABLE BEVERAGE CUP. Any vessel or container for a Prepared Food beverage that is specifically designed and manufactured for repeated cleaning,

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
16 disinfecting, and reuse at least 100 times, and is dishwasher safe.

P. REUSABLE FOODWARE. All foodware, including plates, bowls, cups, trays, glasses, straws, stirrers, condiment cups and utensils, that is manufactured of durable materials and that is specifically designed and manufactured to be washed and sanitized and to be used repeatedly over an extended period of time, and is safe for washing and sanitizing according to applicable regulations.

9.165.030 Sale or Distribution of Plastic Cutlery and Plastic Beverage Straws and Stirrers Prohibited.

A. It is unlawful for any food provider or beverage provider to use plastic utensils or plastic beverage straws or stirrers, or to provide, distribute, or sell plastic utensils or plastic beverage straws or stirrers to any person.

B. Nothing in this section precludes a food provider or beverage provider from using, providing, distributing, or selling non-plastic alternatives to plastic utensils or plastic beverage straws, such as those made from paper, sugar cane, or bamboo, available to customers. Non-plastic alternative straws and utensils shall be provided only upon request.

C. It is unlawful for any person, food provider or beverage provider to distribute plastic utensils or plastic beverage straws or stirrers at any City facility or any Citysponsored event.

9.165.040 Disposable Foodware Standards.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
17 A. No person shall sell or distribute disposable foodware and disposable foodware accessories that do not comply with City of Santa Barbara municipal compost collection programs and are not free of all intentionally added fluorinated chemicals, as certified by the Biodegradable Product Institute (BPI) or other independent third party certifying organization or agency recognized by the City, except that non-compostable foil wrappers that are accepted in the City of Santa Barbara recyclable collection program may be used for burritos, wraps, and other items that require foil to contain and form the food item.

B. The City shall maintain on its website a guide to disposable foodware and disposable foodware accessories that comply with these disposable foodware standards.

C. Food providers and beverage providers may request an exemption from the Sustainability and Resilience Director for specific disposable foodware items.

D. To obtain an exemption or extension for a disposable foodware or disposable foodware accessories item, the food provider or beverage provider must demonstrate that:

1. No disposable foodware or disposable foodware accessories exist with substantially similar size, performance and/or utility that conforms with the disposable foodware standards.

2. Food providers and beverage providers must provide documentation of good faith efforts to obtain a substantially similar compliant item.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
18 3. Records of attempts to obtain a compliant item may include emails, letters or other correspondence with vendors that furnish disposable foodware or disposable foodware accessories, seeking the compliant item and a timeline for compliance.

9.165.050 Reusable Foodware for Dining on the Premises.

A. Prepared food or raw food or beverages served for consumption on the premises of food providers and beverage providers shall only be served using reusable foodware, except that disposable paper food wrappers, sleeves and bags; foil wrappers; paper napkins; straws and paper tray- and plate-liners shall be allowed for dining on the premises, so long as they meet the disposable foodware standards in Section 9.165.040.

B. Notwithstanding the requirements of subsection A above, food providers and beverage providers that do not have on-site or off-site dishwashing capacity or are unable to contract for services to wash, rinse and sanitize reusable foodware in compliance with the California State Health Code may request an extension or exemption.

To obtain an extension or exemption, the prepared food vendor must demonstrate an inability to comply due to insurmountable space constraints, undue hardship and/or other extraordinary, insurmountable circumstances.

C. All disposable foodware and disposable foodware accessories used on the premises by food providers and beverage providers that are operating under full or partial extension or exemption obtained shall conform to the disposable foodware standards in Section 9.165.040.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
19 D. Extensions for reusable foodware may be granted for a specified term of up to two years. During the extension term, the food vendor shall make diligent efforts to become compliant with the Section. Under extraordinary circumstances, should a food vendor demonstrate that, at the close or expiration of a granted extension term, and with diligent efforts to become compliant, compliance remains infeasible, additional waivers of up to two years each may be granted. It shall be the food vendor’s responsibility to apply for any subsequent extensions in a timely manner.

E. Notwithstanding the two year maximum term for extensions set forth for reusable foodware in this subsection, in certain limited and unique circumstances existing prior to adoption of this chapter, where the food vendor demonstrates diligent efforts to comply but, due to insurmountable space and/or other unique and extraordinary circumstances, may never be reasonably able to comply, the Sustainability and Resilience Director may grant an extension for a longer specified term.

9.165.060 Single-Use Plastic Water Bottle Ban.

A. No person in the City shall, on behalf of a business or other organization, distribute water in single-use plastic bottles equal to or less than 8 fluid ounces in volume.

All City vendors, concessionaires, lessees, licensees, and permittees for facility use, special events, and temporary activities shall comply with this section.

B. No vendor shall sell water in single-use plastic bottles equal to or less than 8 fluid ounces in volume in the City.

C. The provisions of this section shall not apply in the following cases:

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
20 1. Cases of emergency or other City situations where the Sustainability and Resilience Direcor finds that relying on single-use plastic water bottles is necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, and no reasonable alternative would serve the same purpose, including lack of available potable water due to a natural disaster.

2. Provision of social services in which the distribution of water in single-use plastic bottles is necessary to promote public health, including without limitation to food banks and warming shelters.

3. Healthcare settings, to the extent that the healthcare provider determines that distribution of water in single-use plastic bottles is necessary for patient care, provided that this exemption shall not apply to the commercial sale of single-use plastic bottles within a healthcare facility.

9.165.070 Regulation of the Sale, Distribution, and Use of Balloons.

A. No person shall sell or distribute foil, metalized, or Mylar balloons within the City either as a separate item or included in a packaged product set.

B. No person shall use foil, metalized, or Mylar balloons on public property within City limits, including, but not limited to, parks and beaches.

C. No person shall use or distribute latex balloons filled with air or lighter than air gas at any City sponsored event.

D. No person shall intentionally release foil, metalized, mylar, or latex balloons

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
21 filled with lighter than air gas anywhere within the City limits.

9.165.080 Municipal Single-Use Beverage Bottles.

No City officer, official, employee, representative, contractor or agent, shall use, sell, distribute or otherwise provide any single-use plastic beverage bottle or aseptic paper packaging while acting on behalf of the City or while acting pursuant to a contract or agreement with the City.

9.165.090 Required Use of Reusable Beverage Cups at Special Events.

A. Any person providing food or beverage at a special event subject to Chapter

15.27 of this Code must ensure that at least 10% of beverages served at the event are served in reusable beverage cups.

B. A person may meet the requirement of subsection A by providing or selling reusable beverage cups at the event and may provide incentives to attendees to bring their own reusable beverage cups. A person applying for a special event permit must state in the permit application how the requirement in subsection A. will be met. The compliance method will be a condition of permit issuance.

C. An applicant for a special event permit may request a full or partial waiver of the requirements of this Section if the applicant can demonstrate an inability to obtain reusable beverage cups for the special event, or that the application of this Section would create undue hardship or practical difficulty for the applicant. The Special Event Coordinator shall obtain the approval of the Sustainability and Resilience Department

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
22 before including a waiver in a special event permit.

9.165.100. Prohibition of the Sale, Distribution and Use of Foil, Metalized, Mylar, or Plastic Confetti.

A. No person shall sell or distribute foil, metalized, Mylar, or plastic confetti within the City.

B. No person shall use or distribute foil, metalized, Mylar, or plastic confetti on public property within City limits, including, but not limited to streets, sidewalks, parks, and beaches.

C. No person shall use or distribute foil, metalized, Mylar, or plastic confetti at any City function or City sponsored event.

9.165.050110 Exemptions and Enforcement.

A. Food providers and beverage providers are exempt from the provisions of this chapter under the following circumstances:

1. During a locally declared emergency, the City, emergency response agencies operating within the City, users of City facilities, and food providers and beverage providers shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter.

2. The provision of plastic beverage straws, stirrers or cutlery when the plastic beverage straws, stirrers or cutlery are provided as a part of product that was packaged outside the City and sold within the City.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
23 3. The food provider or beverage provider provides or distributes a plastic beverage straw to a person in order to assure full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USC Section 12102).

B. The Sustainability and Resilience Department has primary responsibility for enforcement of this chapter. The Enforcement Officer as designated by Chapter 7.16 of this Code is responsible for enforcement and administration of this Chapter. The Enforcement Officer is authorized to conduct inspections, issue citations, and to obtain inspection warrants for enforcement of this Chapter.

C. Pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 42272, the Sustainability and Resilience Department is designated as the agency for enforcement of Chapter 5.2 (commencing with Section 42270) of Part 3 of Division 30 of the California Public Resources Code.

9.165.060120 Penalties.

The penalties for violation of this chapter shall be as follows:

A. For the first violation, a written warning notice will be issued to the beverage provider or food provider in order to confirm their understanding of the ordinance and the potential penalties in the event of future violations.

B. The second and each successive violation shall be punishable by civil administrative fines pursuant to Chapter 1.25 of this code. This chapter shall not be criminally enforceable.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
24 C. Violations of this chapter shall be deemed to create a public nuisance. The City Attorney may seek legal, injunctive, or other equitable relief to enforce this chapter.

Each and every piece of plastic cutlery, plastic beverage straws, or plastic stirrers provided in violation of this chapter shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter and a continuing nuisance.

9.165.125 Certification of Compliance.

All businesses that are subject to this chapter shall certify compliance with this chapter on the annual business license renewal application.

SECTION 4. Title 9, Chapter 9.150 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is repealed.
§ 9.150.010. Definitions.

The following definitions apply to this chapter:

Customer. Any person purchasing goods from a store.

Operator. The person in control of, or having the responsibility for, the operation of a store, which may include, but is not limited to, the owner of the store.

Person. Any natural person, firm, corporation, partnership, or other organization or group however organized.

Plastic carryout bag. Any bag made predominantly of plastic derived from either petroleum, natural gas, or a biologically-based source, such as corn or other plant

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
25 sources, which is provided to a customer at the point of sale. "Plastic carryout bag" includes compostable and biodegradable bags but does not include reusable bags, produce bags, or product bags.

Post-consumer recycled material. A material that would otherwise be destined for solid waste disposal, having completed its intended end use and product life cycle. "Postconsumer recycled material" does not include materials and by-products generated from, and commonly reused within, an original manufacturing and fabrication process.

Produce bag or product bag. Any bag without handles used exclusively to carry produce, meats, or other food items from a display case within a store to the point of sale inside a store or to prevent such food items from coming into direct contact with other purchased items.

Recyclable. Material that can be sorted, cleansed, and reconstituted using available recycling collection programs for the purpose of using the altered form in the manufacture of a new product. "Recycling" does not include burning, incinerating, converting, or otherwise thermally destroying solid waste.

Recyclable paper carryout bag. A paper bag (of any size) that meets all of the following requirements: (1) contains no old growth fiber; (2) is 100% recyclable overall and contains a minimum of 40% post-consumer recycled material; (3) is capable of composting, consistent with the timeline and specifications of the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard D6400; (4) is accepted for recycling in curbside programs in the City; (5) has printed on the bag the name of the manufacturer, the location (country)

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
26 where the bag was manufactured, and the percentage of post-consumer recycled material used; and (6) displays the word "Recyclable" in a highly visible manner on the outside of the bag.

Reusable bag. A bag with handles that is specifically designed and manufactured for multiple reuse and meets all of the following requirements: (1) has a minimum lifetime of 125 uses, which for purposes of this subsection means the capability of carrying a minimum of 22 pounds 125 times over a distance of at least 175 feet; (2) has a minimum volume of 15 liters; (3) is machine washable or is made from a material that can be cleaned or disinfected; (4) does not contain lead, cadmium, or any other heavy metal in toxic amounts; (5) has printed on the bag, or on a tag that is permanently affixed to the bag, the name of the manufacturer, the location (country) where the bag was manufactured, a statement that the bag does not contain lead, cadmium, or any other heavy metal in toxic amounts, and the percentage of post-consumer recycled material used, if any; and (6) if made of plastic, is a minimum of at least 2.25 mils thick.

Store. Any of the following retail establishments located and operating within the City:

1. A store of at least 10,000 square feet of retail space that generates sales or use tax pursuant to the Bradley-Burns Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax Law (Part 1.5, commencing with Section 7200 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code) and which sells a line of dry grocery or canned goods, or non-food items together with some perishable food items or a store that has a pharmacy licensed pursuant to Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 4000) of Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code; or

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
27 2. A drug store, pharmacy, supermarket, grocery store, convenience food store, food mart, or other similar retail store or entity engaged in the retail sale of a limited line of grocery items or goods which typically includes, but is not limited to, milk, bread, soda, and snack foods, including those stores with a Type 20 or 21 liquor license issued by the state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
§ 9.150.020. Plastic Carryout Bags Prohibited.

A. No store shall provide any customer with a plastic carryout bag.

B. The prohibition on providing plastic carryout bags applies only to bags provided by a store for the purpose of carrying away goods from the point of sale within the store and does not apply to produce bags or product bags supplied by a store. § 9.150.030. Permitted Bags.

All stores shall provide or make available to a customer only recyclable paper carryout bags or reusable bags for the purpose of carrying away goods or other materials from the point of sale, subject to the terms of this chapter. Nothing in this chapter prohibits customers from using bags of any type which the customer may bring to the store themselves or from carrying away goods that are not placed in a bag, in lieu of using bags provided by the store.
§ 9.150.040. Regulation of Recyclable Paper Carryout Bags.

A. Any store that provides a recyclable paper carryout bag to a customer must charge the customer 10 cents ($0.10) for each bag provided, except as otherwise allowed by this

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
28 chapter.

B. No store shall rebate or otherwise reimburse a customer any portion of the 10-cent ($0.10) charge required in subsection A above, except as otherwise allowed by this chapter.

C. All stores must indicate on the customer receipt the number of recyclable paper carryout bags provided and the total amount charged the customer for such bags.

D. All charges collected by a store under this chapter may be retained by the store and used for one or more of the following purposes: (1) the costs associated with complying with the requirements of this chapter; (2) the actual costs of providing recyclable paper carryout bags; (3) the costs of providing low or no-cost reusable bags to customers of the store who are exempted by Section 9.150.060; or (4) the costs associated with a store's educational materials or education campaign encouraging the use of reusable bags, if any.

E. All stores shall report to the City Finance Director, on an annual (calendar year) basis, the total number of recyclable paper carryout bags provided, the total amount of monies collected for providing recyclable paper carryout bags, and a summary of any efforts a store has undertaken to promote the use of reusable bags by customers in the prior year. Such reporting must be done on a form prescribed by the City Finance Director, and must be signed by a responsible agent or officer of the store in order to confirm that the information provided on the form is accurate and complete. Such reports shall be filed no later than 90 days after the end of each year following the year in which this chapter

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
29 becomes effective.
§ 9.150.050. Use of Reusable Bags.

A. All stores must provide reusable bags to customers, either for sale or at no charge.

B. Stores are strongly encouraged to educate their staff to promote the use of reusable bags and to post signs and other informational materials encouraging customers to use reusable bags.
§ 9.150.060. Exempt Customers.

All stores must provide at the point of sale, free of charge, either reusable bags or recyclable paper carryout bags or both, at the store's option, to any customer participating either in the California Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 123275) of Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 106 of the Health and Safety Code, or in the Supplemental Food Program pursuant to Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 15500) of Part 3 of Division 9 of the state Welfare and Institutions Code.
§ 9.150.070. Enforcement and Violations - Penalties.

A. Administrative Enforcement. The Sustainability and Resilience Department has primary responsibility for enforcement of this chapter. The Sustainability and Resilience Director is authorized to promulgate departmental regulations to assist stores in understanding and in complying with this chapter and to take any and all other actions reasonable and necessary to enforce and interpret this chapter.

ATTACHMENT

STAFF DRAFT SHOWING CHANGES FROM
CURRENT CODE 12/2/2025
30 B. Regulations on Free Reusable Bags. If determined to be appropriate and necessary, the Sustainability and Resilience Director may adopt regulations restricting or limiting the ability of those stores defined in Section 9.150.010 to offer customers free reusable bags as a promotional item.
§ 9.150.080. Operative Date.

For those stores identified in paragraph 1 of the definition of "store" in Section 9.150.010, this chapter shall become operative 180 days after the effective date of the City ordinance adopting this chapter. For stores identified in paragraph 2 of the definition of "store" in Section 9.150.010, this chapter shall become operative one year after the effective date of the City ordinance adopting this chapter.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: City Administrator’s Office
SUBJECT: Employee Recognition – Service Award Pins
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council authorize the City Administrator to express the City’s appreciation to employees who are eligible to receive service award pins for their years of service through December 31, 2025.

DISCUSSION:

The City appreciates the loyalty to the community and the dedication to public service that are demonstrated by City employees throughout the organization every day. Since 1980, the City Employees’ Recognition Program has recognized length of City Service. Service award pins are presented to employees for every five years of service. Those employees achieving 25 years of service or more are eligible to receive their pins in front of the City Council.

Attached is a list of those employees who will be awarded pins for their service through December 31, 2025.

ATTACHMENT: December 2025 Service Awards

PREPARED AND
SUBMITTED BY: Talhia Dorado, Administrative Specialist
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
Agenda Item No. 1
File Code No. 120.04

ATTACHMENT
DECEMBER 2025 SERVICE AWARDS
December 2, 2025 Council Meeting
5 Years
Megan Wilson, Senior Human Resources Analyst, Human Resources Suzanne Mantegna, Associate Planner, Community Development Department Patrick Wiley, Senior Grounds Maintenance Worker, Parks & Recreation Department Paul Germain, Senior Airport Maintenance Worker, Airport Department Brian Adair, Waterfront Facilities Manager, Waterfront Department 15 Years
Federico Hernandez, Custodian, Public Works Department
Maggi Heinrich, Water Distribution Supervisor, Department of Water Resources 20 Years
Baldomero Garcia, Custodian, Public Works Department
Tina Diaz, Administrative Analyst I, Public Works Department 25 Years
Jose Rojas, Equipment Operator, Parks & Recreation Department 35 Years
Patricia Vogel, Engineering Technician II, Public Works Department ORDINANCE NO.______________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA BARBARA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE

SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE AMENDMENT #1 TO THE COOPERATIVE

AGREEMENT WITH THE BEACH EROSION AUTHORITY

FOR CLEAN OCEANS AND NOURISHMENT (BEACON)

FOR THE REGIONAL COASTAL ADAPTATION

MONITORING PROGRAM

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. In accordance with the provisions of Section 521 of the Charter of the City of Santa Barbara, Amendment #1 to the cooperative agreement, dated September 19, 2025, between the City and the Beach Erosion Authority for Clean Oceans and Nourishment (BEACON), dated July 14, 2022, is approved and the Sustainability and Resilience Director is authorized to execute the amendment, in a form approved by the City Attorney, on behalf of the City of Santa Barbara.

Agenda Item No. 2
File Code No. 630.02
ORDINANCE NO.______________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

SANTA BARBARA AUTHORIZING THE

SUSTAINABILITY AND RESILIENCE DIRECTOR TO

EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ENERIDGE INC
FOR THE INSTALLATION AND 10-YEAR OPERATION

OF FOUR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING PORTS AT

THE EAST PARKING LOT OF THE CABRILLO

PAVILLION

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

WHEREAS, in September 2020, Council adopted a goal of carbon neutrality by 2035; and
WHEREAS, in June 2024 Council adopted a updated Climate Action Plan setting a goal of adding 1,788 (by 2030) and 3,536 (by 2035) new publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations throughout the City and at City-owned facilities to support community EV charger access; and
WHEREAS, transportation-related emissions account for approximately 60 percent of the City's overall greenhouse gas emissions; and WHEREAS, increased adoption and utilization of zero emission vehicles is the one of the most effective strategies to dramatically decrease City greenhouse gas emissions; and
WHEREAS, Santa Barbara Clean Energy can provide electric vehicle charging stations with carbon free electricity; and
WHEREAS, encouraging the transition from fossil fueled vehicles to carbon free energy zero emission vehicles throughout the community is critical to achieving the greenhouse gas emission reduction goals set forth in the City's Climate Action Plan and the Compact of Mayors, to which the City is a signatory;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. In accordance with the provisions of Section 521 of the Charter of the City of Santa Barbara, the agreement for installation, operation, and maintenance of electric vehicle charging stations between the City of Santa Barbara and Eneridge Inc. on file with the Sustainability and Resilience Department is approved and the Agenda Item No. 3
File Code No. 630.02
Sustainability and Resilience Director is authorized to execute the agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, on behalf of the City of Santa Barbara.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Department of Water Resources
SUBJECT: Amendment to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project [Ordinance Introduction; Resolution; Agreement]
RECOMMENDATION: That Council:

A. Introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Approving an Amendment to the Installment Sale Agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project (Project No. 8508- 110); and
B. Adopt, by reading of title only, a Resolution of the Council of the City of Santa Barbara Amending Resolution No. 25-066, Adopting the Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, to Appropriate the Amended Loan from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project.

DISCUSSION:

The El Estero Water Resource Center (El Estero) is one of the City of Santa Barbara’s most important facilities and serves a critical role in the protection of the environment and public health. El Estero provides wastewater treatment, recycled water treatment, and renewable energy production, serving a population of approximately 95,000. Initially constructed in 1952, the majority of El Estero’s current infrastructure was constructed in 1978. Due to the age of this critical facility, rehabilitation of the electrical distribution system is currently identified as the top priority for the facility based on overall risk and consequence of failure.

The El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project (Project) will rehabilitate the electrical distribution system at El Estero to ensure uninterrupted operations to this critical facility and protect the health and safety of the community and environment. The Project will replace the existing outdated high-voltage electrical distribution system, including the main electrical panel and all five substations at El Agenda Item No. 4
File Code No. 540.13
Council Agenda Report
Amendment to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project [Ordinance Introduction; Resolution; Agreement]
December 2, 2025

Estero. The Project is designed to meet future electrical demands and provide redundancy, improving overall reliability. Construction began in early 2025, with an approximately three-year construction duration.

On October 1, 2024, Council approved the construction contract for the Project. It was noted at the time of award that the Project costs were higher than the original loan agreement and staff were preparing an amendment to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) agreement to cover the total anticipated Project costs. The recommendations increase the loan amount to cover the total anticipated project costs.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

On June 22, 2023, the City entered into a 30-year (2.6% interest rate) Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement (No. D2201009) for $30,188,647, with the State Water Resources Control Board for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project. The recommendations increase the loan amount to cover the total anticipated project costs, including design, construction, and project management cost, estimated to be $50,000,000. The amendment to the CWSRF and proposed appropriations will increase the loan amount and ensure there are sufficient expenditure appropriations to cover all anticipated Project costs.

The Wastewater Fund is required to maintain a minimum ratio of net revenue to annual debt service payments of 1.2. This is often referred to as the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR). Based on the adopted Wastewater Fund budget for Fiscal Year 2026 and tenyear financial plan, the Wastewater Fund will continue to meet its DSCR requirement after the addition of debt financing for the Project.

A copy of the amended agreement may be requested from the Department of Water Resources for public review by contacting [email protected].

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

El Estero is one of the City’s largest electricity users, and the on-site cogeneration system, which converts bio-gas generated in the treatment process to electricity, offsets 60% of El Estero’s electrical needs. The existing electrical infrastructure limits the total amount of cogeneration production. The Electrical Project will allow for the development of solar, battery, and additional cogeneration at this site, supporting the City’s 100 percent renewable electricity goal.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) environmental review was conducted for the Project. The Project was determined to be exempt under the 15301 Existing Facilities categorical exemption of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption (NOE) Council Agenda Report
Amendment to the Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project [Ordinance Introduction; Resolution; Agreement]
December 2, 2025

was prepared and filed with the County Clerk on August 27, 2021, and posted with the State Clearinghouse (SCH) on September 16, 2021. The SCH number is 2021090313.

The Project meets CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 as the Project is designed to replace or enhance the existing El Estero Water Recourses Center plant operations, while not increasing overall plant capacity.

PREPARED BY: Gabriele Cook, Water Resources Business Manager/sjc SUBMITTED BY: Joshua Haggmark, P.E., Water Resources Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
1 ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA

BARBARA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE

INSTALLMENT SALE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE WATER

RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD FOR THE EL ESTERO

WATER RESOURCE CENTER ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION
RENEWAL PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 8508-110)
WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara (City) intends to construct certain capital improvement projects for the operation of the City’s wastewater treatment system and to finance the construction costs through an installment sale agreement with the California State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board); WHEREAS, the State Water Board is authorized, and implements its authority, to provide financial assistance to the City through installment sales agreements pursuant to California Water Code Section 13475 et seq. and implementing resolutions; WHEREAS, on April 25, 2023, the City Council approved Ordinance No. 6111, which provides $30,188,647 in City funds to enter into a 30-year Clean Water State Revolving Fund Installment Sale Agreement to construct the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project, with 2.60 percent interest accruing thereon, to be repaid by the City in equal annual installments from the Wastewater Fund Net System Revenues for 30 years, beginning one year after completion of construction; and WHEREAS, the anticipated construction bids for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project came in higher than the original estimate necessitating an Amendment to the Installment Sale Agreement and Ordinance No. 6111 in order to provide additional funding of $19,811,353 to cover the total anticipated project costs; and
WHEREAS, the Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Santa Barbara Municipal Code Section 22.100.070 C and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (operation, maintenance, repair of existing facilities).

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The form of the Amendment to the Installment Sale Agreement, on file with the City Clerk, is approved. The Public Works Director and any such other officer or employee of the City as the Public Works Director may designate (the “Authorized Officers”), are each hereby authorized and directed, for and in the name and on behalf of the City, to execute and deliver the Amended Installment Sale Agreement in substantially the form with such changes therein as the Authorized Officer executing the same may require or approve, and as approved as to form by the City Attorney, such approval to be 2 conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof; provided, however, that the principal amount of the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project Installment Payments shall have a new not exceed amount of ($50,000,000 and the final Installment Payments shall be payable no later than thirty years following the notice of completion of construction of the Project, and the true interest cost of the interest on the Installment Payments shall not exceed 2.60 percent per annum. All other terms of the Installment Sale Agreement shall remain the same.

Section 3. The Authorized Officers are hereby authorized and directed, jointly and severally, to do any and all things which they may deem necessary or advisable in order to consummate the transactions herein authorized and otherwise to carry out the Project and give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this Ordinance. All actions heretofore taken by the officers, employees, and agents of the City with respect to the transactions set forth above are hereby approved, confirmed, and ratified.

RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA BARBARA AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 25-066,
ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026, TO

APPROPRIATE THE AMENDED LOAN FROM THE CLEAN

WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND FOR THE EL ESTERO

WATER RESOURCE CENTER ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION

RENEWAL PROJECT
WHEREAS, in accordance with the City Charter, the City Administrator filed with the Council a proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025; WHEREAS, the City Council is required to adopt a budget before the beginning of the fiscal year on July 1, 2025;
WHEREAS, the City Charter provides that at any public meeting after the adoption of the budget, the City Council may amend or supplement the budget by motion adopted by the affirmative votes of at least a majority of the total members of the City Council; and WHEREAS, as authorized by Resolution No. 25-066, this Resolution approves the amendment to the budget as provided herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA THAT in accordance with the provisions of Section 1205 of the City Charter, the budget for the Fiscal Year 2026, as adopted by Resolution No. 25-066, is hereby amended as follows:

SECTION 1. The Council accepts the amended Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan proceeds for the new amount of $50,000,000 for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project.

SECTION 2. The Council approves an increase in revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Wastewater CWSRF Loan Fund budget in Fiscal Year 2026 in the amount of $19,811,353, funded by Clean Water State Revolving Fund loan amendment proceeds, for the El Estero Water Resource Center Electrical Distribution Renewal Project.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: October 2025 Investment Report
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council accept the October 2025 Investment Report.

DISCUSSION:

The attached investment report includes Investment Activity, Interest Revenue, a Summary of Cash and Investments, and Investment Portfolio detail as of October 31, 2025.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. October 2025 Investment Report

2. October 2025 Clean Energy CCA Report

3. October 2025 PARS Section 115 Trust
PREPARED BY: Salvatore Parrilla, Treasury Analyst
SUBMITTED BY: Lyndsay Maas, Assistant Finance Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
Agenda Item No. 5
File Code No. 260.02
ENDING BALANCE AS OF Oct 31, 2025
Yield to
Book Maturity
Description Value (365 days)US Bank Checking Account $ 22,833,693 0.700% State of California Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) 41,253,973 4.150% Chandler Asset Management - Managed Portfolio 274,788,378 3.530% Total Cash and Investments $ 338,876,044
October 31, 2025
ATTACHMENT 1

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
Checking Account, LAIF & Managed Portfolio
Summary of Cash and Investments
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
Portfolio Characteristics
Sector Allocation
Performance Review
Account Summary
Maturity Distribution
Top Issuers
Credit Quality*
Total Rate of Return** 1M 3M YTD 1YR 2YRS 3YRS 5YRS 10YRS Since Inception (08/01/24)
City of Santa Barbara Managed 0.37% 1.70% 5.34% 5.62% -- -- -- -- 5.22% Benchmark Return 0.37% 1.66% 4.96% 5.28% -- -- -- -- 4.85% Average Modified Duration 2.52
Average Coupon 3.24%
Average Purchase YTM 3.53%
Average Market YTM 3.83%
Average Credit Quality* AA+
Average Final Maturity 2.86
Average Life 2.74
End Values as of
09/30/2025
End Values as of
10/31/2025
Market Value 275,214,088.57 276,078,174.06
Accrued Interest 1,704,515.55 1,860,286.85
Total Market Value 276,918,604.12 277,938,460.91
Income Earned 993,613.97 816,614.43
Cont/WD 0.00 0.00
Par 276,848,892.25 277,399,974.72
Book Value 274,195,173.86 274,788,377.97
Cost Value 273,387,476.53 273,952,902.66
United States 38.52%
Federal Home Loan Banks 15.50%
FHLMC 7.86%
Farm Credit System 6.43%
International Bank for Recon and Dev 3.39%
Pricoa Global Funding I 1.28%
Toyota Motor Corporation 1.21%
Deere & Company 1.21%
**Periods over 1 year are annualized.

Benchmark: ICE BofA 1-5 Year Unsubordinated US Treasury & Agency Index *The average credit quality is a weighted average calculation of the highest of S&P, Moody’s and Fitch.

City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

RECONCILIATION SUMMARY
Accrual Activity Summary
Fair Market Activity Summary
Month to Date Fiscal Year to Date
(07/01/2025)
Beginning Book Value 274,195,173.86 271,882,321.01
Maturities/Calls 0.00 (12,000,000.00)
Principal Paydowns (2,948.55) (11,272.63)
Purchases 8,418,832.12 44,922,169.25
Sales (7,832,391.40) (30,181,943.83)
Change in Cash, Payables, Receivables (6,923.68) (443.66) Amortization/Accretion 67,062.93 266,672.68
Realized Gain (Loss) (50,427.31) (89,124.85)
Ending Book Value 274,788,377.97 274,788,377.97
Month to Date Fiscal Year to Date
(07/01/2025)
Beginning Market Value 275,214,088.57 271,671,776.77
Maturities/Calls 0.00 (12,000,000.00)
Principal Paydowns (2,948.55) (11,272.63)
Purchases 8,418,832.12 44,922,169.25
Sales (7,832,391.40) (30,181,943.83)
Change in Cash, Payables, Receivables (6,923.68) (443.66) Amortization/Accretion 67,062.93 266,672.68
Change in Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) 270,881.39 1,500,340.34 Realized Gain (Loss) (50,427.31) (89,124.85)
Ending Market Value 276,078,174.06 276,078,174.06
Maturities / Calls
Month to Date 0.00
Fiscal Year to Date (12,000,000.00)
Principal Paydowns
Month to Date (2,948.55)
Fiscal Year to Date (11,272.63)
Purchases
Month to Date 8,418,832.12
Fiscal Year to Date 44,922,169.25
Sales
Month to Date (7,832,391.40)
Fiscal Year to Date (30,181,943.83)
Interest Received
Month to Date 584,688.59
Fiscal Year to Date 2,791,759.79
Purchased / Sold Interest
Month to Date 9,091.62
Fiscal Year to Date (16,809.42)
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
ABS
362962AD4 GMALT 2025-2 A3 4.58
05/22/2028 1,240,000.00 05/20/20254.84%
1,239,979.42
1,239,982.37
100.79

4.01%
1,249,792.28
1,735.31

0.45%
9,809.91
NA/AAA
AAA

2.56 1.27
096912AD2 BMWLT 2025-1 A3 4.43
06/26/2028 680,000.00 06/03/20254.82%
679,985.04
679,986.98
100.63

4.03%
684,269.72
502.07

0.25%
4,282.74
NA/AAA
AAA

2.65 1.42
05594HAD5 BMWLT 2025-2 A3 3.97
09/25/2028 1,420,000.00 10/08/20254.32%
1,419,996.02
1,419,996.08

99.94 4.04%
1,419,148.00
2,505.51

0.51%
(848.08)
NA/AAA
AAA

2.90 1.67
89240NAD4 TLOT 25B A3 3.96 11/20/2028 1,800,000.00 09/09/2025

3.97%
1,799,677.80
1,799,690.30

99.93 4.03%
1,798,704.00
2,178.00

0.65%
(986.30)
Aaa/NA
AAA

3.05 2.12
58768YAD7 MBALT 2025-A A3 4.61
04/16/2029 1,355,000.00 05/14/20254.66%
1,354,834.83
1,354,853.83
101.17

4.05%
1,370,884.67
2,776.24

0.50%
16,030.84
NA/AAA
AAA

3.46 1.92
44935XAD7 HART 2025-B A3 4.36
12/17/2029 1,030,000.00 06/03/20254.36%
1,029,906.99
1,029,915.05
100.88

3.93%
1,039,087.69
1,995.91

0.38%
9,172.64
NA/AAA
AAA

4.13 1.86
362549AD9 GMCAR 2025-2 A3 4.28
04/16/2030 650,000.00 05/06/20254.71%
649,904.32
649,913.42
100.63

3.94%
654,067.70
1,159.17

0.24%
4,154.28
Aaa/AAA
NA

4.46 1.65
92970QAJ4 WFCIT 2025-1 A 4.34
05/15/2030 2,135,000.00 06/03/20254.33%
2,134,964.56
2,134,967.40
101.14

3.90%
2,159,281.36
4,118.18

0.78%
24,313.96
NA/AAA
AAA

4.54 2.35
17305EHA6 CCCIT 2025-A1 A1 4.3
06/21/2030 2,105,000.00 06/18/20254.31%
2,104,428.91
2,104,469.05
101.01

3.89%
2,126,271.03
31,428.82

0.77%
21,801.97
Aaa/AAA
NA

4.64 2.43
Total ABS 12,415,000.00 4.41%
12,413,677.89
12,413,774.47
100.70

3.97%
12,501,506.44
48,399.21

4.53%
87,731.96

3.70 1.97
AGENCY
3130ALAR5 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 0.5
11/25/2025 3,000,000.00 02/25/2021

0.50%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.79 3.96%
2,993,679.00
250.00

1.08%
(6,321.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.07 0.06
3130AMFM9 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 0.9
12/26/2025 3,000,000.00 05/26/20210.90%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.52 4.19%
2,985,672.00
11,625.00

1.08%
(14,328.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.15 0.14
3130AKQA7 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 0.7
01/28/2026 3,000,000.00 01/28/20210.61%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.25 3.91%
2,977,398.00
5,425.00

1.08%
(22,602.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.24 0.23
3130AKPQ3 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

0.58 01/28/2026 3,000,000.00 01/28/20210.58%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.22 3.90%
2,976,690.00
4,495.00

1.08%
(23,310.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.24 0.23
3130AKSV9 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

0.75 01/28/2026 3,000,000.00 01/28/20210.65%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.26 3.91%
2,977,746.00
5,812.50

1.08%
(22,254.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.24 0.23
3130ALGY4 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 1.0
03/16/2026 2,000,000.00 03/16/20210.80%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

98.95 3.86%
1,979,094.00
2,500.00

0.72%
(20,906.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.37 0.36
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
3130ARKG5 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 3.0
04/21/2026 2,000,000.00 04/21/20223.00%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

99.59 3.90%
1,991,732.00
1,666.67

0.72%
(8,268.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.47 0.46
31422X2U5

FEDERAL AGRICULTURAL
MORTGAGE CORP 3.625
05/15/2026
2,000,000.00 05/15/2023

3.62%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

99.86 3.89%
1,997,188.00
33,430.56

0.72%
(2,812.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.54 0.51
3130AMDY5 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 1.0
05/20/2026 2,000,000.00 05/20/2021

1.00%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

98.36 4.05%
1,967,264.00
8,944.44

0.71%
(32,736.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.55 0.53
3130AMMZ2 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 1.0
06/10/2026 2,000,000.00 06/10/20211.00%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

98.34 3.82%
1,966,710.00
7,833.33

0.71%
(33,290.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.61 0.59
3133EMH21 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 0.9 06/15/2026 2,000,000.00 06/15/2021

0.90%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

98.24 3.81%
1,964,862.00
6,800.00

0.71%
(35,138.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.62 0.60
3133ENHV5 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 1.39 06/22/2026 3,000,000.00 12/22/20211.39% 3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

98.52 3.76%
2,955,708.00
14,942.50

1.07%
(44,292.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.64 0.62
3133EM4S8 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 0.87 09/08/2026 2,000,000.00 09/08/20210.87% 2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

97.58 3.80%
1,951,542.00
2,561.67

0.71%
(48,458.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.85 0.83
3130ANXS4 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 0.9
09/28/2026 2,000,000.00 09/28/20210.90%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

97.44 3.81%
1,948,790.00
1,650.00

0.71%
(51,210.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.91 0.88
3133ENT67 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 4.25 10/19/2026 3,000,000.00 10/19/20224.26% 2,998,500.00
2,999,638.60
100.49

3.73%
3,014,574.00
4,250.00

1.09%
14,935.40
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.97 0.93
3130APHA6 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

1.25 10/28/2026 2,000,000.00 10/28/20211.12%
2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00

97.56 3.79%
1,951,288.00
208.33

0.71%
(48,712.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.99 0.96
3133ENLZ1 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 1.78 01/26/2027 3,000,000.00 01/27/20221.78% 3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

97.61 3.78%
2,928,408.00
14,091.67

1.06%
(71,592.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.24 1.19
3130AQMX8 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

2.25 01/26/2027 3,000,000.00 01/26/20221.79%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

98.19 3.76%
2,945,826.00
17,812.50

1.07%
(54,174.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.24 1.19
3133ENPB0 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 2.18 02/16/2027 3,000,000.00 02/16/20222.18% 3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

97.99 3.80%
2,939,634.00
13,625.00

1.06%
(60,366.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.30 1.25
3130ARCB5 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

2.375 03/29/2027 3,000,000.00 03/29/20222.37%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

98.14 3.74%
2,944,203.00
6,333.33

1.07%
(55,797.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.41 1.36
3133EPEE1 FEDERAL FARM CREDIT BANKS
FUNDING CORP 4.0 03/29/2027 2,000,000.00 03/29/20234.00% 2,000,000.00
2,000,000.00
100.39

3.71%
2,007,880.00
7,111.11

0.73%
7,880.00
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.41 1.35
3134GXVN1

FEDERAL HOME LOAN
MORTGAGE CORP 3.5
06/23/2027
3,000,000.00 06/23/2022

3.50%
3,000,000.00
3,000,000.00

99.23 3.99%
2,976,810.00
37,333.33

1.08%
(23,190.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.64 1.56
3130AWWN6 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 4.5
09/10/2027 2,000,000.00 08/24/2023

4.51%
1,999,120.00
1,999,596.32
101.46

3.68%
2,029,172.00
12,750.00

0.73%
29,575.68
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.86 1.76
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
3130AWC24 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 4.0
06/09/2028 2,000,000.00 06/26/20234.07%
1,993,600.00
1,996,637.35
100.87

3.65%
2,017,394.00
31,555.56

0.73%
20,756.65
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.61 2.41
3130ATHX8 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS

4.125 09/14/2029 3,000,000.00 10/17/20243.93%
3,025,380.00
3,020,012.24
101.64

3.66%
3,049,215.00
16,156.25

1.10%
29,202.76
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.87 3.53
3130ATUT2 FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANKS 4.5
12/14/2029 3,000,000.00 12/16/20244.29%
3,028,440.00
3,023,463.39
102.78

3.76%
3,083,442.00
51,375.00

1.12%
59,978.61
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.12 3.68
Total Agency 66,000,000.00 2.10%
66,045,040.00
66,039,347.90

99.29 3.83%
65,521,921.00
320,538.75

23.73%
(517,426.90)

1.16 1.09

AGENCY CMBS
3137FLMV3 FHMS K-090 A2 3.422
02/25/2029 1,357,000.00 02/12/20254.73%
1,292,065.43
1,303,577.38

98.69 3.81%
1,339,238.23
3,869.71

0.49%
35,660.85
Aa1/AAA
AA+

3.32 3.03
3137FLN91 FHMS K-091 A2 3.505
03/25/2029 2,570,000.00 09/20/20243.80%
2,537,272.66
2,545,403.93

98.84 3.84%
2,540,126.32
7,506.54

0.92%
(5,277.61)
Aa1/AAA
AA+

3.40 3.05
3137FMCR1 FHMS K-093 A2 2.982
05/25/2029 2,470,555.90 09/19/20243.82%
2,383,507.40
2,404,388.68

97.04 3.90%
2,397,350.86
6,139.33

0.87%
(7,037.82)
Aa1/AA+
AAA

3.56 3.11
3137FNAE0 FHMS K-095 A2 2.785
06/25/2029 1,000,000.00 03/13/20254.39%
938,828.13
947,908.33

96.21 3.91%
962,120.00
2,320.83

0.35%
14,211.67
Aa1/AA+
AAA

3.65 3.30
3137FPHK4 FHMS K-098 A2 2.425
08/25/2029 2,100,000.00 10/01/20243.83%
1,970,718.74
1,999,553.89

94.75 3.93%
1,989,762.60
4,243.75

0.72%
(9,791.29)
Aa1/AA+
AAA

3.82 3.48
3137H9D71 FHMS K-750 A2 3.0 09/25/2029 2,500,000.00 11/15/2024

4.62%
2,336,718.75
2,369,075.74

96.75 3.97%
2,418,792.50
6,250.00

0.88%
49,716.76
Aa1/AA+
AAA

3.90 3.25
3137FPJG1 FHMS K-099 A2 2.595
09/25/2029 2,800,000.00 06/06/20254.38%
2,609,140.63
2,626,828.83

95.22 3.94%
2,666,277.60
6,055.00

0.97%
39,448.77
Aa1/AA+
AAA

3.90 3.54
3137FQ3Z4 FHMS K-101 A2 2.524
10/25/2029 2,480,000.00 03/17/20254.42%
2,287,218.75
2,313,528.27

94.82 3.94%
2,351,429.36
5,216.27

0.85%
37,901.09
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.98 3.65
3137FRUT6 FHMS K-106 A2 2.069
01/25/2030 2,700,000.00 07/14/20254.28%
2,457,843.75
2,473,749.65

92.70 3.96%
2,502,810.90
4,655.25

0.91%
29,061.25
Aa1/AA+
AAA

4.24 3.94
3137HA4B9 FHMS K-751 A2 4.412
03/25/2030 2,500,000.00 03/25/20254.41%
2,496,972.66
2,497,339.51
101.41

3.99%
2,535,235.00
9,191.67

0.92%
37,895.49
Aaa/AA+
AA+

4.40 3.64
Total Agency CMBS 22,477,555.90 4.24%
21,310,286.90
21,481,354.21

96.62 3.92%
21,703,143.37
55,448.35

7.86%
221,789.16

3.86 3.43
CASH
CCYUSD Receivable 6,937.08 -- 6,937.08
6,937.08

1.00 0.00%
6,937.08

0.00 0.00%

0.00 Aaa/AAA
AAA

0.00 0.00
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
Total Cash 6,937.08
6,937.08
6,937.08

1.00 0.00%
6,937.08

0.00 0.00%

0.00 0.00

0.00 CORPORATE
74153WCU1 PRICOA GLOBAL FUNDING I 4.4
08/27/2027 3,500,000.00 08/20/20244.41%
3,499,230.00
3,499,533.08
100.68

4.01%
3,523,628.50
27,377.78

1.28%
24,095.42
Aa3/AAAA1.82

1.72 66815L2T5

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL
GLOBAL FUNDING 4.11
09/12/2027
2,440,000.00 09/05/2024

4.11%
2,439,926.80
2,439,954.54
100.26

3.96%
2,446,441.60
13,649.77

0.89%
6,487.06
Aa1/AA+
AAA

1.87 1.76
64953BBW7 NEW YORK LIFE GLOBAL
FUNDING 4.4 04/25/2028 1,880,000.00 04/22/20254.43%
1,878,684.00
1,878,912.14
101.03

3.96%
1,899,290.68
1,378.67

0.69%
20,378.54
Aa1/AA+
AAA

2.48 2.33
61690DK72 MORGAN STANLEY BANK NA

5.016 01/12/2029 3,250,000.00 02/13/20254.93%
3,257,345.00
3,255,546.79
101.71

4.42%
3,305,640.00
49,358.83

1.20%
50,093.21
Aa3/A+
AA3.202.03
78016HZV5 ROYAL BANK OF CANADA 4.95
02/01/2029 2,750,000.00 12/09/20244.59%
2,787,207.50
2,779,195.85
102.73

4.04%
2,825,097.00
34,031.25

1.02%
45,901.15
A1/A
AA3.252.95
09247XAP6 BLACKROCK FINANCE INC 3.25
04/30/2029 3,400,000.00 07/29/20244.60%
3,205,996.00
3,257,320.40

97.83 3.92%
3,326,087.40
306.94

1.20%
68,767.00
Aa3/AANA3.50

3.26 89236TMF9 TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORP

5.05 05/16/2029 3,250,000.00 12/04/20244.55%
3,314,675.00
3,301,484.97
103.19

4.07%
3,353,753.00
75,223.96

1.21%
52,268.03
A1/A+
A+

3.54 3.15
24422EXT1 JOHN DEERE CAPITAL CORP 4.85
06/11/2029 3,250,000.00 07/18/20244.62%
3,281,980.00
3,273,573.62
102.78

4.01%
3,340,236.25
61,298.61

1.21%
66,662.63
A1/A
A+

3.61 3.23
437076DC3 HOME DEPOT INC 4.75
06/25/2029 3,250,000.00 07/18/20244.59%
3,272,652.50
3,266,640.83
102.39

4.04%
3,327,818.00
54,031.25

1.21%
61,177.17
A2/A
A

3.65 3.20
025816EJ4 AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 4.351
07/20/2029 2,245,000.00 07/21/20254.35%
2,245,000.00
2,245,000.00
100.61

4.31%
2,258,636.13
26,047.99

0.82%
13,636.13
A2/AA3.72

2.51 532457CQ9 ELI LILLY AND CO 4.2 08/14/2029 3,275,000.00 08/12/2024

4.24%
3,268,882.55
3,270,370.04
100.78

3.97%
3,300,666.18
29,420.42

1.20%
30,296.14
Aa3/A+
NA

3.79 3.37
171239AL0 CHUBB INA HOLDINGS LLC 4.65
08/15/2029 2,800,000.00 08/15/2024

4.47%
2,821,364.00
2,816,100.41
101.97

4.08%
2,855,283.20
27,486.67

1.03%
39,182.79
A2/A
A

3.79 3.34
14913UAQ3

CATERPILLAR FINANCIAL
SERVICES CORP 4.375
08/16/2029
3,275,000.00 08/12/2024

4.40%
3,270,820.05
3,271,831.85
101.56

3.93%
3,325,988.48
29,850.26

1.20%
54,156.63
A2/A
A+

3.79 3.43
69371RT48 PACCAR FINANCIAL CORP 4.0
09/26/2029 1,600,000.00 09/23/20244.05%
1,596,704.00
1,597,427.82
100.11

3.97%
1,601,712.00
6,222.22

0.58%
4,284.18
A1/A+
NA

3.90 3.56
857449AE2 STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST
CO 4.782 11/23/2029 2,750,000.00 12/09/20244.56%
2,776,977.50
2,772,115.88
102.90

4.00%
2,829,862.75
57,716.08

1.03%
57,746.87
Aa2/AAAA4.06

3.59 City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
59217GFT1 METROPOLITAN LIFE GLOBAL
FUNDING I 4.9 01/09/2030 3,100,000.00 --4.96%
3,092,094.00
3,093,315.26
102.47

4.25%
3,176,718.80
47,257.78

1.15%
83,403.54
Aa3/AAAA4.19

3.70 743315AW3 PROGRESSIVE CORP 3.2
03/26/2030 2,500,000.00 04/25/20254.49%
2,359,625.00
2,374,265.34

96.27 4.14%
2,406,780.00
7,777.78

0.87%
32,514.66
A2/A
A

4.40 4.03
74464AAC5 PUBLIC STORAGE OPERATING CO

4.375 07/01/2030 1,700,000.00 07/17/20254.58%
1,684,598.00
1,685,500.49
100.62

4.22%
1,710,611.40
24,998.26

0.62%
25,110.91
A2/A
NA

4.67 4.05
713448GH5 PEPSICO INC 4.3 07/23/2030 2,000,000.00 09/19/2025

4.08%
2,018,440.00
2,018,014.87
100.84

4.10%
2,016,874.00
23,411.11

0.73%
(1,140.87)
A1/A+
NA

4.73 4.12
58933YBQ7 MERCK & CO INC 4.15
09/15/2030 2,000,000.00 09/23/20254.07%
2,007,100.00
2,006,948.94
100.25

4.09%
2,004,918.00
11,988.89

0.73%
(2,030.94)
Aa3/A+
NA

4.87 4.27
Total Corporate 54,215,000.00 4.48%
54,079,301.90
54,103,053.10
101.17

4.07%
54,836,043.36
608,834.51

19.86%
732,990.26

3.58 3.13

MONEY MARKET
FUND
31846V807 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1,055,481.74 --

3.60%
1,055,481.74
1,055,481.74

1.00 3.59%
1,055,481.74

0.00 0.38%

0.00 Aaa/
AAAm
AAA

0.00 0.00
Total Money
Market Fund 1,055,481.74 3.60%
1,055,481.74
1,055,481.74

1.00 3.59%
1,055,481.74

0.00 0.38%

0.00 0.00

0.00 MUNICIPAL
BONDS
13063EGT7 CALIFORNIA STATE 4.5
08/01/2029 2,715,000.00 10/30/20244.38%
2,729,308.05
2,726,322.38
102.55

3.76%
2,784,262.37
30,543.75

1.01%
57,939.98
Aa2/AAAA3.75

3.39 Total Municipal
Bonds 2,715,000.00 4.38%
2,729,308.05
2,726,322.38
102.55

3.76%
2,784,262.37
30,543.75

1.01%
57,939.98

3.75 3.39

SUPRANATIONAL
45950VPU4 INTERNATIONAL FINANCE CORP

0.75 03/23/2026 2,000,000.00 03/23/20210.81%
1,994,600.00
1,999,580.07

98.69 4.18%
1,973,726.00
1,583.33

0.71%
(25,854.07)
Aaa/AAA
NA

0.39 0.38
45906M4E8

INTERNATIONAL BANK FOR

RECONSTRUCTION AND
DEVELOPM 4.5 06/26/2028
2,000,000.00 06/26/2023

4.53%
1,997,500.00
1,998,675.42
100.21

4.41%
2,004,124.00
31,250.00

0.73%
5,448.58
Aaa/AAA
NA

2.65 0.62
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
459058LN1

INTERNATIONAL BANK FOR

RECONSTRUCTION AND
DEVELOPM 3.875 10/16/2029
3,865,000.00 --

3.98%
3,846,482.35
3,850,308.52
100.60

3.71%
3,888,193.87
6,222.65

1.41%
37,885.35
Aaa/AAA
NA

3.96 3.63
459058LY7

INTERNATIONAL BANK FOR

RECONSTRUCTION AND
DEVELOPM 3.5 10/28/2030
3,500,000.00 10/27/2025

3.69%
3,469,900.00
3,469,965.94

98.80 3.77%
3,458,094.50
1,020.83

1.25%
(11,871.44)
Aaa/AAA
NA

4.99 4.53
Total
Supranational 11,365,000.00 3.44%
11,308,482.35
11,318,529.94

99.65 3.93%
11,324,138.37
40,076.82

4.10%
5,608.42

3.42 2.81

US TREASURY
91282CBW0 UNITED STATES TREASURY 0.75
04/30/2026 1,500,000.00 01/12/20221.45%
1,456,406.25
1,494,998.81

98.52 3.82%
1,477,746.00

31.08 0.54%
(17,252.81)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.50 0.48
91282CCF6 UNITED STATES TREASURY 0.75
05/31/2026 2,000,000.00 09/24/20210.88%
1,988,281.25
1,998,554.00

98.28 3.81%
1,965,586.00
6,311.48

0.71%
(32,968.00)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.58 0.56
91282CCP4 UNITED STATES TREASURY 0.625
07/31/2026 2,000,000.00 09/24/20210.90%
1,973,950.30
1,995,999.14

97.71 3.79%
1,954,140.00
3,158.97

0.71%
(41,859.14)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.75 0.73
91282CCW9 UNITED STATES TREASURY 0.75
08/31/2026 2,000,000.00 10/08/20211.00%
1,975,781.25
1,995,895.82

97.58 3.76%
1,951,582.00
2,569.06

0.71%
(44,313.82)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.83 0.81
91282CCZ2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 0.875
09/30/2026 2,000,000.00 10/08/20211.02%
1,986,406.25
1,997,510.06

97.45 3.76%
1,949,094.00
1,538.46

0.71%
(48,416.06)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

0.91 0.89
912828YU8 UNITED STATES TREASURY 1.625
11/30/2026 2,000,000.00 02/28/20221.86%
1,978,437.50
1,995,106.21

97.82 3.72%
1,956,310.00
13,674.86

0.71%
(38,796.21)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.08 1.04
912828YX2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 1.75
12/31/2026 2,000,000.00 03/17/20222.17%
1,961,956.00
1,990,760.74

97.80 3.71%
1,956,016.00
11,793.48

0.71%
(34,744.74)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

1.17 1.12
91282CFZ9 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.875
11/30/2027 2,000,000.00 01/25/20244.10%
1,984,380.00
1,991,561.86
100.55

3.60%
2,011,016.00
32,609.29

0.73%
19,454.14
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.08 1.95
91282CGC9 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.875
12/31/2027 3,000,000.00 01/25/20244.08%
2,977,500.00
2,987,621.87
100.58

3.59%
3,017,343.00
39,171.20

1.09%
29,721.13
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.17 2.03
91282CGH8 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.5
01/31/2028 2,000,000.00 01/25/20244.08%
1,957,414.00
1,976,166.94

99.80 3.59%
1,995,938.00
17,690.22

0.72%
19,771.06
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.25 2.12
9128283W8 UNITED STATES TREASURY 2.75
02/15/2028 5,000,000.00 12/09/20244.10%
4,800,781.25
4,856,672.22

98.15 3.60%
4,907,420.00
29,144.02

1.78%
50,747.78
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.29 2.18
91282CGP0 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.0
02/29/2028 2,000,000.00 06/28/20234.06%
1,995,000.00
1,997,510.25
100.89

3.60%
2,017,812.00
13,701.66

0.73%
20,301.75
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.33 2.19
91282CGT2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.625
03/31/2028 2,000,000.00 01/25/20244.07%
1,966,020.00
1,980,395.30
100.07

3.59%
2,001,484.00
6,373.63

0.72%
21,088.70
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.42 2.28
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
91282CHA2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.5
04/30/2028 2,000,000.00 01/25/20244.06%
1,956,484.36
1,974,539.02

99.77 3.60%
1,995,468.00
193.37

0.72%
20,928.98
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.50 2.36
91282CHE4 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.625
05/31/2028 2,000,000.00 01/25/20244.07%
1,965,180.00
1,979,344.81
100.07

3.59%
2,001,484.00
30,505.46

0.72%
22,139.19
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.58 2.40
91282CHQ7 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.125
07/31/2028 3,000,000.00 01/25/20244.06%
3,007,950.00
3,004,835.57
101.36

3.60%
3,040,665.00
31,273.78

1.10%
35,829.43
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.75 2.55
91282CHX2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.375
08/31/2028 2,000,000.00 02/23/20244.35%
2,002,000.00
2,001,252.57
102.04

3.61%
2,040,782.00
14,986.19

0.74%
39,529.43
Aa1/AA+
AA+

2.84 2.62
91282CJN2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.375
11/30/2028 2,000,000.00 02/23/2024

4.33%
2,003,722.00
2,002,403.70
102.19

3.61%
2,043,828.00
36,816.94

0.74%
41,424.30
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.08 2.81
91282CDW8 UNITED STATES TREASURY 1.75
01/31/2029 5,000,000.00 10/29/20244.16%
4,535,156.25
4,644,935.95

94.32 3.62%
4,716,015.00
22,112.77

1.71%
71,079.05
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.25 3.09
91282CEB3 UNITED STATES TREASURY 1.875
02/28/2029 3,000,000.00 11/12/20244.30%
2,717,226.56
2,780,886.65

94.56 3.63%
2,836,758.00
9,633.98

1.03%
55,871.35
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.33 3.17
91282CKG5 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.125
03/31/2029 5,000,000.00 12/09/20244.09%
5,005,664.06
5,004,489.45
101.57

3.63%
5,078,515.00
18,131.87

1.84%
74,025.55
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.41 3.15
9128286T2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 2.375
05/15/2029 5,000,000.00 10/29/20244.14%
4,637,304.69
4,717,587.67

95.85 3.64%
4,792,385.00
54,857.34

1.74%
74,797.33
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.54 3.31
91282CKT7 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.5
05/31/2029 2,000,000.00 01/13/20254.59%
1,992,812.50
1,994,121.36
102.86

3.64%
2,057,110.00
37,868.85

0.75%
62,988.64
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.58 3.23
91282CEV9 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.25
06/30/2029 5,000,000.00 10/23/20244.07%
4,825,585.94
4,863,630.64

98.65 3.65%
4,932,615.00
54,755.43

1.79%
68,984.36
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.66 3.38
91282CFC0 UNITED STATES TREASURY 2.625
07/31/2029 5,500,000.00 10/04/20243.79%
5,221,347.66
5,283,164.73

96.43 3.65%
5,303,848.00
36,486.07

1.92%
20,683.27
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.75 3.50
91282CLK5 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.625
08/31/2029 5,400,000.00 09/20/20243.53%
5,422,781.25
5,417,676.63

99.88 3.66%
5,393,460.60
33,526.24

1.95%
(24,216.03)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.83 3.52
91282CLN9 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.5
09/30/2029 4,000,000.00 10/03/20243.61%
3,979,218.75
3,983,701.20

99.43 3.66%
3,977,032.00
12,307.69

1.44%
(6,669.20)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

3.91 3.61
91282CFT3 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.0
10/31/2029 5,000,000.00 12/09/20244.08%
4,981,250.00
4,984,672.45
101.24

3.66%
5,062,110.00
552.49

1.83%
77,437.55
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.00 3.66
91282CMA6 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.125
11/30/2029 3,000,000.00 12/04/20244.08%
3,006,210.94
3,005,081.99
101.71

3.67%
3,051,327.00
52,069.67

1.11%
46,245.01
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.08 3.66
91282CMU2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.0
03/31/2030 2,500,000.00 05/22/20254.11%
2,488,378.91
2,489,440.74
101.27

3.69%
2,531,640.00
8,791.21

0.92%
42,199.26
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.41 4.00
91282CMZ1 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.875
04/30/2030 3,250,000.00 04/29/2025

3.78%
3,263,837.89
3,262,435.91
100.77

3.69%
3,275,008.75
347.89

1.19%
12,572.84
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.50 4.09
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

HOLDINGS REPORT
Cusip Security Description Par Value/
Units
Purchase Date
Purchase Yield
Cost Value
Book Value
Mkt Price
Mkt YTM
Market Value
Accrued Int.
% of Port.

Gain/Loss
Moody's/
S&P/
Fitch
Maturity
Duration
91282CNG2 UNITED STATES TREASURY 4.0
05/31/2030 2,000,000.00 06/06/20254.11%
1,990,078.13
1,990,869.91
101.30

3.69%
2,026,016.00
33,661.20

0.73%
35,146.09
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.58 4.08
91282CNN7 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.875
07/31/2030 6,000,000.00 08/15/20253.85%
6,007,500.00
6,007,188.88
100.75

3.70%
6,044,766.00
58,756.79

2.19%
37,577.12
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.75 4.26
91282CNX5 UNITED STATES TREASURY 3.625
08/31/2030 5,000,000.00 09/18/20253.66%
4,992,382.81
4,992,564.07

99.65 3.70%
4,982,420.00
31,042.82

1.80%
(10,144.07)
Aa1/AA+
AA+

4.83 4.36
Total US Treasury 107,150,000.00 3.67%
105,004,386.75
105,643,577.14

99.30 3.66%
106,344,740.35
756,445.46

38.52%
701,163.21

3.19 2.94
Total Portfolio 277,399,974.72 3.53%
273,952,902.66
274,788,377.97

99.19 3.83%
276,078,174.06
1,860,286.85
100.00%
1,289,796.09

2.86 2.52
Total Market Value
+ Accrued 277,938,460.91
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

TRANSACTION LEDGER
Transaction Type Settlement
Date CUSIP Quantity Security Description Price
Acq/
Disp
Yield
Amount Interest Pur/
Sold Total Amount Gain/Loss

ACQUISITIONS
Purchase 10/02/2025 31846V807 13,860.76 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.70% (13,860.76) 0.00 (13,860.76) 0.00 Purchase 10/09/2025 31846V807 2,970,468.33 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.68% (2,970,468.33) 0.00 (2,970,468.33) 0.00 Purchase 10/15/2025 05594HAD5 1,420,000.00 BMWLT 2025-2 A3 3.97 09/25/2028 100.000 4.32% (1,419,996.02) 0.00 (1,419,996.02) 0.00 Purchase 10/16/2025 31846V807 77,222.03 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.74% (77,222.03) 0.00 (77,222.03) 0.00 Purchase 10/20/2025 31846V807 68,482.67 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.71% (68,482.67) 0.00 (68,482.67) 0.00 Purchase 10/20/2025 31846V807 6,534.00 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.71% (6,534.00) 0.00 (6,534.00) 0.00 Purchase 10/21/2025 31846V807 30,000.00 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.71% (30,000.00) 0.00 (30,000.00) 0.00 Purchase 10/27/2025 31846V807 53,748.98 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.72% (53,748.98) 0.00 (53,748.98) 0.00 Purchase 10/27/2025 31846V807 49,775.58 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.72% (49,775.58) 0.00 (49,775.58) 0.00 Purchase 10/28/2025 459058LY7 3,500,000.00

INTERNATIONAL BANK

FOR RECONSTRUCTION
AND DEVELOPM 3.5
10/28/2030

99.140 3.69% (3,469,900.00) 0.00 (3,469,900.00) 0.00
Purchase 10/30/2025 31846V807 55,250.00 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.70% (55,250.00) 0.00 (55,250.00) 0.00 Purchase 10/31/2025 31846V807 203,593.75 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.60% (203,593.75) 0.00 (203,593.75) 0.00 Total Purchase 8,448,936.10 (8,418,832.12) 0.00 (8,418,832.12) 0.00 TOTAL
ACQUISITIONS 8,448,936.10 (8,418,832.12) 0.00 (8,418,832.12) 0.00

DISPOSITIONS
Sale 10/07/2025 31846V807 (10,288.04) FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.69% 10,288.04 0.00 10,288.04 0.00 Sale 10/09/2025 037833EB2 (3,000,000.00) APPLE INC 0.7
02/08/2026 98.897 0.71% 2,966,910.00 (3,558.33) 2,970,468.33 (33,039.64) Sale 10/15/2025 31846V807 (1,403,326.65) FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.74% 1,403,326.65 0.00 1,403,326.65 0.00 Sale 10/28/2025 31846V807 (1,974,366.71) FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 1.000 3.70% 1,974,366.71 0.00 1,974,366.71 0.00 Sale 10/28/2025 91282CBW0 (1,500,000.00) UNITED STATES TREASURY

0.75 04/30/2026 98.500 1.45% 1,477,500.00 (5,533.29) 1,483,033.29 (17,387.67) Total Sale (7,887,981.40) 7,832,391.40 (9,091.62) 7,841,483.02 (50,427.31) TOTAL
DISPOSITIONS (7,887,981.40) 7,832,391.40 (9,091.62) 7,841,483.02 (50,427.31) City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

TRANSACTION LEDGER
Transaction Type Settlement
Date CUSIP Quantity Security Description Price
Acq/
Disp
Yield
Amount Interest Pur/
Sold Total Amount Gain/Loss
OTHER

TRANSACTIONS
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FLMV3 0.00 FHMS K-090 A2 3.422
02/25/2029 4.73% 3,869.71 0.00 3,869.71 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137H9D71 0.00 FHMS K-750 A2 3.0
09/25/2029 4.62% 6,250.00 0.00 6,250.00 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FQ3Z4 0.00 FHMS K-101 A2 2.524
10/25/2029 4.42% 5,216.27 0.00 5,216.27 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137HA4B9 0.00 FHMS K-751 A2 4.412
03/25/2030 4.41% 9,191.67 0.00 9,191.67 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FNAE0 0.00 FHMS K-095 A2 2.785
06/25/2029 4.39% 2,320.83 0.00 2,320.83 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FPJG1 0.00 FHMS K-099 A2 2.595
09/25/2029 4.38% 6,055.00 0.00 6,055.00 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FRUT6 0.00 FHMS K-106 A2 2.069
01/25/2030 4.28% 4,655.25 0.00 4,655.25 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FPHK4 0.00 FHMS K-098 A2 2.425
08/25/2029 3.83% 4,243.75 0.00 4,243.75 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FMCR1 0.00 FHMS K-093 A2 2.982
05/25/2029 3.82% 6,146.66 0.00 6,146.66 0.00
Coupon 10/01/2025 3137FLN91 0.00 FHMS K-091 A2 3.505
03/25/2029 3.80% 7,506.54 0.00 7,506.54 0.00
Coupon 10/15/2025 58768YAD7 0.00 MBALT 2025-A A3 4.61
04/16/2029 4.66% 5,205.46 0.00 5,205.46 0.00
Coupon 10/15/2025 44935XAD7 0.00 HART 2025-B A3 4.36
12/17/2029 4.36% 3,742.33 0.00 3,742.33 0.00
Coupon 10/15/2025 92970QAJ4 0.00 WFCIT 2025-1 A 4.34
05/15/2030 4.33% 7,721.58 0.00 7,721.58 0.00
Coupon 10/16/2025 362549AD9 0.00 GMCAR 2025-2 A3 4.28
04/16/2030 4.71% 2,318.33 0.00 2,318.33 0.00
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

TRANSACTION LEDGER
Transaction Type Settlement
Date CUSIP Quantity Security Description Price
Acq/
Disp
Yield
Amount Interest Pur/
Sold Total Amount Gain/Loss
Coupon 10/16/2025 459058LN1 0.00

INTERNATIONAL BANK

FOR RECONSTRUCTION
AND DEVELOPM 3.875
10/16/2029

3.98% 74,903.70 0.00 74,903.70 0.00
Coupon 10/19/2025 3133ENT67 0.00

FEDERAL FARM CREDIT

BANKS FUNDING CORP

4.25 10/19/2026

4.26% 63,750.00 0.00 63,750.00 0.00
Coupon 10/20/2025 362962AD4 0.00 GMALT 2025-2 A3 4.58
05/22/2028 4.84% 4,732.67 0.00 4,732.67 0.00
Coupon 10/20/2025 89240NAD4 0.00 TLOT 25B A3 3.96
11/20/2028 3.97% 6,534.00 0.00 6,534.00 0.00
Coupon 10/21/2025 3130ARKG5 0.00 FEDERAL HOME LOAN
BANKS 3.0 04/21/2026 3.00% 30,000.00 0.00 30,000.00 0.00 Coupon 10/25/2025 096912AD2 0.00 BMWLT 2025-1 A3 4.43
06/26/2028 4.82% 2,510.33 0.00 2,510.33 0.00
Coupon 10/25/2025 64953BBW7 0.00 NEW YORK LIFE GLOBAL
FUNDING 4.4 04/25/2028 4.43% 41,360.00 0.00 41,360.00 0.00 Coupon 10/25/2025 3130ALAR5 0.00 FEDERAL HOME LOAN
BANKS 0.5 11/25/2025 0.50% 1,250.00 0.00 1,250.00 0.00
Coupon 10/28/2025 3130APHA6 0.00 FEDERAL HOME LOAN
BANKS 1.25 10/28/2026 1.12% 12,500.00 0.00 12,500.00 0.00 Coupon 10/30/2025 09247XAP6 0.00 BLACKROCK FINANCE INC

3.25 04/30/2029 4.60% 55,250.00 0.00 55,250.00 0.00
Coupon 10/31/2025 91282CFT3 0.00 UNITED STATES TREASURY

4.0 10/31/2029 4.08% 100,000.00 0.00 100,000.00 0.00
Coupon 10/31/2025 91282CHA2 0.00 UNITED STATES TREASURY

3.5 04/30/2028 4.06% 35,000.00 0.00 35,000.00 0.00
Coupon 10/31/2025 91282CMZ1 0.00 UNITED STATES TREASURY

3.875 04/30/2030 3.78% 62,968.75 0.00 62,968.75 0.00
Coupon 10/31/2025 91282CBW0 0.00 UNITED STATES TREASURY

0.75 04/30/2026 1.45% 5,625.00 0.00 5,625.00 0.00
Total Coupon 0.00 570,827.83 0.00 570,827.83 0.00
Dividend 10/31/2025 31846V807 0.00 FIRST AMER:TRS OBG Y 3.66% 6,937.08 0.00 6,937.08 0.00 Total Dividend 0.00 6,937.08 0.00 6,937.08 0.00
City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

TRANSACTION LEDGER
Transaction Type Settlement
Date CUSIP Quantity Security Description Price
Acq/
Disp
Yield
Amount Interest Pur/
Sold Total Amount Gain/Loss
Management Fee 10/07/2025 CCYUSD (10,288.04) Cash 0.00% (10,288.04) 0.00 (10,288.04) 0.00 Total
Management Fee (10,288.04) (10,288.04) 0.00 (10,288.04) 0.00 Principal Paydown 10/01/2025 3137FMCR1 2,948.55 FHMS K-093 A2 2.982 05/25/2029 3.82% 2,948.55 -- 2,948.55 0.00
Total Principal
Paydown 2,948.55 2,948.55 -- 2,948.55 0.00

TOTAL OTHER
TRANSACTIONS (7,339.49) 570,425.42 0.00 570,425.42 0.00 City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES
Chandler Asset Management, Inc. (“Chandler”) is an SEC registered investment adviser. For additional information about our firm, please see our current disclosures (Form ADV).

To obtain a copy of our current disclosures, you may contact your client service representative by calling the number on the front of this statement or you may visit our website at www.chandlerasset.com.

Information contained in this monthly statement is confidential and is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment or legal advice. The information contained herein was obtained from sources believed to be reliable as of the date of this statement, but may become outdated or superseded at any time without notice.

Custody: Your qualified custodian bank maintains control of all assets reflected in this statement and we urge you to compare this statement to the one you receive from your qualified custodian. Chandler does not have any authority to withdraw or deposit funds from/to the custodian account.

Valuation: Prices are provided by IDC, an independent pricing source. In the event IDC does not provide a price or if the price provided is not reflective of fair market value, Chandler will obtain pricing from an alternative approved third party pricing source in accordance with our written valuation policy and procedures. Our valuation procedures are also disclosed in Item 5 of our Form ADV Part 2A.

Performance: Performance results are presented gross-of-advisory fees and represent the client’s Total Return. The deduction of advisory fees lowers performance results. These results include the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings. Past performance may not be indicative of future results. Therefore, clients should not assume that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy will be profitable or equal to past performance levels. All investment strategies have the potential for profit or loss. Economic factors, market conditions or changes in investment strategies, contributions or withdrawals may materially alter the performance and results of your portfolio.

Source ICE Data Indices, LLC (“ICE”), used with permission. ICE PERMITS USE OF THE ICE INDICES AND RELATED DATA ON AN “AS IS” BASIS; ICE, ITS AFFILIATES AND

THEIR RESPECTIVE THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESS AND/OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, INCLUDING THE INDICES, INDEX DATA AND ANY DATA INCLUDED IN, RELATED TO, OR DERIVED THEREFROM.

NEITHER ICE DATA, ITS AFFILIATES OR THEIR RESPECTIVE THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS GUARANTEE THE QUALITY, ADEQUACY, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS OR COMPLETENESS OF THE INDICES OR THE INDEX DATA OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF, AND THE INDICES AND INDEX DATA AND ALL COMPONENTS THEREOF ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” BASIS AND LICENSEE’S USE IS AT LICENSEE’S OWN RISK. ICE DATA, ITS AFFILIATES AND THEIR RESPECTIVE THIRD PARTY DO NOT SPONSOR, ENDORSE, OR RECOMMEND CHANDLER, OR ANY OF ITS PRODUCTS OR SERVICES.

Index returns assume reinvestment of all distributions. Historical performance results for investment indexes generally do not reflect the deduction of transaction and/or custodial charges or the deduction of an investment management fee, the incurrence of which would have the effect of decreasing historical performance results. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Ratings: Ratings information have been provided by Moody’s, S&P and Fitch through data feeds we believe to be reliable as of the date of this statement, however we cannot guarantee its accuracy.

Security level ratings for U.S. Agency issued mortgage-backed securities (“MBS”) reflect the issuer rating because the securities themselves are not rated. The issuing U.S. Agency guarantees the full and timely payment of both principal and interest.

City of Santa Barbara Managed | Account #11204 | As of October 31, 2025 Execution Time: 11/04/2025 07:46:45 PM Chandler Asset Management | [email protected] | www.chandlerasset.com | 800.317.4747

BENCHMARK INDEX & DISCLOSURES
Benchmark Disclosure
ICE BofA 1-5 Yr US Treasury & Agency
Index
The ICE BofA 1-5 Year US Treasury & Agency Index tracks the performance of US dollar denominated US Treasury and nonsubordinated US agency debt issued in the US domestic market. Qualifying securities must have an investment grade rating (based on an average of Moody’s, S&P and Fitch). Qualifying securities must have at least one year remaining term to final maturity and less than five years remaining term to final maturity, at least 18 months to maturity at time of issuance, a fixed coupon schedule, and a minimum amount outstanding of $1 billion for sovereigns and $250 million for agencies.

ENDING BALANCE AS OF Oct 31, 2025
Book
Description ValueRiver City Bank Lockbox Account $ 1,886,320River City Bank ICS (Investment Account) 11,121,083Total Cash and Investments $ 13,007,403 October 31, 2025
ATTACHMENT 2

COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION (CCA)

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
Summary of Cash and Investments
10/1/2025 to 10/31/2025

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
PARS Post-Employment Benefits Trust
Account Summary
Source 10/1/2025 Contributions Earnings Expenses Distributions Transfers 10/31/2025 PENSION 1002 $2,679,066.32 $0.00 $32,764.61 $1,310.67 $0.00 $0.00 $2,710,520.26 Totals $2,679,066.32 $0.00 $32,764.61 $1,310.67 $0.00 $0.00 $2,710,520.26 Investment Selection
Source

PENSION
Investment Objective
Source

PENSION
Investment Return
Source 1-Month 3-Months 1-Year 3-Years 5-Years 10-Years PENSION 1.22% 5.15% 12.44% - - - 1/26/2024
Information as provided by US Bank, Trustee for PARS; Not FDIC Insured; No Bank Guarantee; May Lose Value Headquarters - 4350 Von Karman Ave., Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA 92660 800.540.6369 Fax 949.250.1250 www.pars.org Account balances are inclusive of Trust Administration, Trustee and Investment Management fees Annualized Return
Investment Return: Annualized rate of return is the return on an investment over a period other than one year multiplied or divided to give a comparable one-year return.

Past performance does not guarantee future results. Performance returns may not reflect the deduction of applicable fees, which could reduce returns. Information is deemed reliable but may be subject to change.

Account Report for the Period
Balance as of
Moderate - Strategic Blend
Balance as of
The dual goals of the Moderate Strategy are growth of principal and income. It is expected that dividend and interest income will comprise a significant portion of total return, although growth through capital appreciation is equally important. The portfolio will be allocated between equity and fixed income investments.

Plan's Inception Date

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Approval of Business Tax Administration and Revenue Audit Services Agreement [Agreement]
RECOMMENDATION:

That Council authorizes the Finance Director, pending approval as to form of the agreement by the City Attorney, to execute an agreement with Muniservices for business tax administration and revenue audit services for three (3) years, with an option to extend the agreement for two (2) one-year periods, at an estimated cost of $360,000 per year for administration and for contingencies ranging from 15% to 40% for audit services.

DISCUSSION:

The City has engaged Muniservices over numerous years to provide a spectrum of services integral to compliance, auditing, discovery and recovery, and administration of various programs, including the Utility User tax (UUT), Parking Business Improvement District (PBIA), Business Improvement District, and Business Tax Certificate programs. Historically, the City maintained individual contracts with Muniservices for each type of service provided.

However, after a comprehensive evaluation conducted by the Finance Department in collaboration with Muniservices, it was determined that consolidating these services under a single master agreement would enhance efficiency and effectiveness in managing these programs.

One of the principal administrative services initiated in 2023 by Muniservices is the administration of the Business Tax Certificate program. This program involves the issuance of renewal notifications to approximately 16,000 businesses and the maintenance of an online system facilitating the application, renewal, and payment processes for business taxes. Additionally, Muniservices administers the City’s Utility User Tax and PBIA programs, ensuring proper collection, deposit, record-keeping, and follow-up on delinquencies.

Agenda Item No. 6
File Code No. 210.01
Council Agenda Report
Approval of Business Tax Administration and Revenue Audit Services Agreement [Agreement]
December 2, 2025

Muniservices allows taxpayers to conveniently pay for Business Tax Certificates, UUT, and PBIA assessments online. Taxpayers have the flexibility to make payments using an ACH/echeck with no processing fee or a credit/debit card that includes a processing fee. This option to pass the processing fee along to the taxpayers has significantly reduced the City's credit card processing expenses, resulting in cost savings for the City. This online payment system ensures a seamless and efficient process for both the taxpayers and the City's Finance Department.

Additionally, the master agreement includes several contingency fee-based services provided by Muniservices, ranging from 15% to 40%. These services encompass Sales & Use tax audit and recovery, UUT auditing, franchise fee compliance, business tax auditing, business tax compliance, and debt collections.

Muniservices has proven to be an invaluable partner to the Finance Department over many years. This master agreement will reinforce our successful partnership, ensuring the continuation of exemplary services to our community’s taxpayers while maintaining cost efficiency and streamlined processes.

Muniservices, more commonly recognized by both staff and taxpayers as Avenu, or Avenu Insights & Analytics, is currently undergoing a rebranding process and will henceforth be known as Neumo. It is important to note that the official name change has not yet been legally finalized.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

The annual estimated costs per year are based on the number of Business Tax Certificates, PBIA assessments, and UUT payments currently administered on an annual basis, as outlined in the table below.

Service
Billing
Cycle
Unit
Cost
Estimated
Annual Units
Estimated
Annual Cost
Business Tax Administration Annual $16.00 16,000 $256,000 UUT Administration Monthly $4.00 3,000 $12,000
PBIA Administration Quarterly $4.00 3,100 $12,400
Consulting As needed n/a n/a $17,500
Sales/Use Tax Reporting Quarterlyl n/a n/a $6,300
UUT Compliance Quarterly n/a n/a $18,720
Contingency As needed n/a n/a $20,000
Total $342,920
Council Agenda Report
Approval of Business Tax Administration and Revenue Audit Services Agreement [Agreement]
December 2, 2025

The table above shows first-year estimates for the contract, which includes a 5% annual increase in fees. The estimated costs are $360,300 for the second year and $378,700 for the third year, totaling $1,080,000 over three years.

The costs associated with the contingency fee-based services are offset by additional audit and recovery revenues and, therefore, are not reflected in the table above.

Sufficient available expenditure appropriation exists in the Finance Department’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 operating budget to fund the first year of the agreement. No additional appropriation is required at this time. The Finance Department’s FY2027 budget proposal will include the ongoing agreement costs.

SUSTAINABILITY IMPACT:

Continuation of this agreement is in line with Sustainability & Resilience goals of the City through reducing paper and supplies as well as encouraging and promoting convenient, electronic processing of Business Tax Certificates and PBIA payments.

A copy of the Agreement may be requested from the Finance Department for public review. Please send an email to [email protected] to request a copy.

PREPARED BY: Lyndsay Maas, Assistant Finance Director
SUBMITTED BY: Keith DeMartini, Finance Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Human Resources Department
SUBJECT: City Attorney Employment Agreement [Agreement] RECOMMENDATION:

That Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an employment agreement with John Doimas to serve as the City Attorney effective December 27, 2025.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:

The proposed Employment Agreement establishes the terms and conditions for Mr. John Doimas to serve as the City Attorney. The contract sets forth the at-will nature of the position, compensation and benefits consistent with Executive-level employees, and the City Charter-mandated duties and appointment authority of the City Council. It also includes standard severance, indemnification, and mandatory arbitration provisions consistent with City practice and applicable law.

DISCUSSION:

The proposed Employment Agreement establishes Mr. Doimas’s at-will appointment as City Attorney, consistent with Section 701 of the City Charter. The Agreement sets an annual base salary of $296,000 along with Executive-level benefits, including deferred compensation contributions of $2,000 per month, PERS retirement participation, and a monthly automobile allowance. The Agreement also includes a waiver of any salary compaction claim between the City Attorney and the Chief Assistant City Attorney. Finally, the Agreement incorporates a mandatory arbitration provision requiring that employmentrelated disputes be resolved through final and binding arbitration under the California Arbitration Act, with the City covering arbitration costs beyond filing fees.

Agenda Item No. 7
File Code No. 160.01
Council Agenda Report
City Attorney Employment Agreement [Agreement]
December 2, 2025

A copy of the proposed employment agreement may be requested from the City Clerk’s office for public review by contacting [email protected].

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

The compensation and benefits provided under this Agreement are consistent with Executive-level positions and fully budgeted within the City Attorney’s Office personnel appropriations for FY 2025–2026.

PREPARED AND
SUBMITTED BY: Michael Arnoldus, Human Resources Director APPROVED BY: Randy Rowse, Mayor

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Amendments to Increase On-Call Data Integration Support Contracts with Pre-Qualified Data Integration Consultants for Water Resources Facilities [Agreement]
RECOMMENDATION: That Council:

A. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a First Amendment to increase City Professional Services Agreement No. 28,369 with HiTech Concepts, Inc. for oncall data integration services to support Water Resources facilities in the amount of $300,000 for a new total not-to-exceed expenditure authority of $550,000; and B. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a First Amendment to increase City Professional Services Agreement No. 28,370 with Mako Automation, Inc. for oncall data integration services to support Water Resources facilities in the amount of $700,000, for a new total not-to-exceed expenditure authority of $950,000.

DISCUSSION:

Background
On June 13, 2023, Council approved Task Order (On-Call) Agreements with HiTech Concepts, Inc. (HiTech) and Mako Automation, Inc. (Mako) to provide ongoing data integration services to support capital and maintenance projects at City of Santa Barbara (City) Department of Water Resources facilities. These firms were selected through a formal, publicly advertised Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process and are currently in a five-year term contract ending in 2028.

Current Status
These firms have successfully provided data integration services for multiple Department of Water Resources capital and maintenance projects since authorization of the On-Call Agreements in 2023. These contracts have reached at least 70 percent of their authorized not-to-exceed limits. Because these contracts are intended to provide ongoing data integration services through 2028, an increase in the not-to-exceed dollar limits is necessary to avoid disruption to on-call integration support for ongoing and planned Agenda Item No. 8
File Code No. 530.01
Council Agenda Report
Amendments to Increase On-Call Data Integration Support Contracts with Pre-Qualified Data Integration Consultants for Water Resources Facilities [Agreement] December 2, 2025

projects for the remainder of the contract period. With approval of these contract amendments, the City will direct these firms to continue within the scope of services established in their contracts. A new RFQ process will be initiated in spring of 2028 to establish the next round of five-year on-call agreements.

Anticipated projects for HiTech through 2028 include replacement of hardware and control systems for wastewater collection system lift stations. Anticipated projects for Mako through 2028 include completion of ongoing chemical system upgrades at Cater Water Treatment Plant and hardware and control system replacements for the water treatment and water distribution systems.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

With the approval of the recommended amendment, the total on-call data integration contract expenditure authority for each of these firms will increase as follows:

Firm Name Contract
Number
Current
Contract
Authority
Proposed
Increase
Proposed
Total Contract
Authority
HiTech Concepts, Inc. 28,369 $250,000 $300,000 $550,000 Mako Automation, Inc. 28,370 $250,000 $700,000 $950,000 No funds will be encumbered until a task order is created for an agreed-upon scope of work for an individual project. These on-call data integration services will be funded through Council-approved appropriations from the Water and Wastewater Funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

The execution of these Amendments falls outside of the definition of a “Project” under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines § 15378 (b)(5) as administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct physical changes in the environment are not subject to CEQA environmental review. All future tasks utilizing these On-Call Data Integration Services Contracts for Pre-Qualified Data Integration Consultants for Water Resources Facilities are potentially subject to CEQA environmental review depending on the scope of work for each task. CEQA environmental review and compliance will be determined as part of each individual task during the scoping or design process.

WATER COMISSION RECOMMENDATION:

This item was presented to the Water Commission at its meeting on October 16, 2025.

The Commission voted 5:0:0 in support of staff’s recommendations.

Council Agenda Report
Amendments to Increase On-Call Data Integration Support Contracts with Pre-Qualified Data Integration Consultants for Water Resources Facilities [Agreement] December 2, 2025

A copy of the amendments may be requested from the Public Works Department for public review by contacting [email protected].

PREPARED BY: Ashleigh, A. Sizoo, P.E., City Engineer/CSW/nv SUBMITTED BY: Brian D’Amour, P.E., Public Works Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Public Works Department
SUBJECT: Public Works Department Title VI Plan – Ensuring Nondiscrimination and Language Access in Public Services and Capital Projects RECOMMENDATION:

That Council review and adopt the City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department Title VI Program and Implementation Plan for 2025-2028, as required by the California Department of Transportation, and authorize the Public Works Director to make minor changes as necessary.

DISCUSSION:

The City of Santa Barbara (City) Public Works Department (Department) Title VI Program and Implementation Plan (Title VI Plan) for 2025-2028 provides a comprehensive overview of the Department's compliance with federal civil rights regulations. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The Title VI Plan fulfills requirements set by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Federal Highway Administration for recipients of federal transportation funding.

Adoption of the Title VI Plan (Attachment) will ensure that the Department remains in good standing with Caltrans and will continue to qualify for federal and state funding that supports transportation, infrastructure, and engineering projects throughout the City, such as bridge replacement and active transportation projects.

The adoption of the Title VI Plan will provide the Department with a comprehensive guide for meeting federal non-discrimination requirements. The Title VI Plan includes the Department’s policy statement, complaint procedures, a Limited English Proficiency Plan, Environmental Justice, and identification of the Title VI Coordinator. The City must update and submit its Title VI Plan every three years.

Upon Council approval, the Title VI Plan will be submitted to the Caltrans District 5 Office of Civil Rights for review and compliance certification.

Agenda Item No. 9
File Code No. 530.01
Council Agenda Report
Public Works Department Title VI Plan – Ensuring Nondiscrimination and Language Access in Public Services and Capital Projects
December 2, 2025

The following are the components of the Title VI Plan:
 Title VI Policy Statement;
 Administration;
 Complaint Procedures;
 Limited English Proficiency Plan;
 Environmental Justice;
 Title VI Coordinator Responsibilities;
 Assurances and Public Notice of Rights;
 Training and Staff Awareness; and
 Community Outreach and Public Engagement.

BUDGET/FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

This action has no direct financial/budget impact on the City. Adoption of the Title VI Plan fulfills federal compliance requirements and ensures the City’s eligibility to receive funding through Caltrans. Without adoption, the City would not qualify for these federal funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

The adoption of the Title VI Plan for 2025-2028 falls outside of the definition of a “Project” under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 (b)(5), as administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct physical changes to the environment are not subject to CEQA environmental review. All future projects as a result of Caltrans funding that result in physical changes in the environment will be subject to CEQA environmental review.

ATTACHMENT: Public Works Title VI Plan for 2025-2028
PREPARED BY: Ashleigh A. Sizoo, P.E., City Engineer/SA/LY/sk SUBMITTED BY: Brian D’Amour, P.E, Public Works Director APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA PUBLIC WORKS

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
Public Works Department
Title VI Program and Implementation Plan for 2025-2028
Public Works Department
______________________
Brian D’Amour, P.E.

Public Works Director
December 2025

ATTACHMENT
Table of Contents
City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department Title VI Nondiscrimination Statement.....3 Introduction .........................................................................................................................4 Program Goals and Accomplishments ................................................................................5 Demographics.....................................................................................................................5 Organization, Staffing, and Structure ..................................................................................7 Staff Training.......................................................................................................................7 Title VI Complaint Procedures ............................................................................................8 Notice of Rights.................................................................................................................11 Limited English Proficiency (LEP).....................................................................................12 Data Collection and Analysis Procedures .........................................................................13 Environmental Justice.......................................................................................................14 Primary Program Area Descriptions and Review Procedures...........................................14 Annual Work Plan .............................................................................................................16 APPENDIX A - Public Notice of Right Under Title VI ........................................................17 Aviso público de derecho bajo el Titulo VI ........................................................................17 APPENDIX B - Title VI Complaint Form...........................................................................18

ATTACHMENT
3 City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department
Title VI Nondiscrimination Statement
The City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is committed to full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related nondiscrimination statutes and authorities. In accordance with federal and state laws, it is the policy of the Public Works Department that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination in any of its programs, services, or activities. This applies whether the program is directly administered by the Department or carried out through contractors or other entities receiving federal financial assistance. Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

This policy applies to all operations of the City of Santa Barbara, including the Public Works Department and its subrecipients, contractors, consultants, and agents. It also extends to all activities supported by federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Transportation and its operating administrations. Federal assistance includes grants, training, use of equipment, donations of surplus property, and other forms of support.

The City of Santa Barbara ensures meaningful access to its programs and services for individuals with limited English proficiency and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Department actively supports equal opportunity, inclusivity, and access in all of its operations and maintains procedures for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging discrimination.

Prohibited discrimination may be intentional or unintentional. Acts that appear neutral but have a disparate impact on individuals of a protected class and lack a substantial legitimate justification are also prohibited. Additionally, harassment and retaliation are forms of unlawful discrimination.

Examples of prohibited discriminatory actions include, but are not limited to:
• Denying an individual any service, financial aid, or other benefit • Discrimination in infrastructure-related activities such as highways and facilities Compliance with Title VI is a condition of the receipt of federal funds. The Public Works Department’s Title VI Coordinator is authorized to ensure compliance with this policy, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 2000d), and the requirements of 23 CFR Part 200 and 49 CFR Part 21.

Samoni Abner
Administrative Analyst II

ATTACHMENT
4 Introduction
This plan outlines the responsibilities of the City of Santa Barbara (City) Public Works Department (Department) under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It describes how the Department ensures nondiscrimination in all programs, projects, and activities receiving federal assistance. The plan reflects the City’s commitment to equity, compliance, and continuous improvement in public access and engagement.

A map showing the limits of the City of Santa Barbara, which is located along the southern coast of California.

ATTACHMENT
5 Program Goals and Accomplishments

1. Advance the use of the Title VI Complaint System – Ensure all staff are trained in recognizing Title VI issues and guiding the public to the complaint form.

2. Improve accessibility of the complaint process – Keep the online form updated and ensure it is available in English and Spanish (and other languages as needed).

3. Expand staff awareness – Integrate Title VI training into new employee orientation and provide refresher sessions annually.

4. Strengthen community outreach – Increase public visibility of Title VI rights through postings at City facilities, on the website, and at public meetings.

Demographics
Santa Barbara’s population reflects the broader diversity of California, with a significant portion identifying as Hispanic or Latino, and a large proportion speaking a language other than English at home. According to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau data, nearly 39.7% of residents in the City of Santa Barbara speak a language other than English at home, and the region includes a significant number of communities that are traditionally underrepresented in official counts.

The City of Santa Barbara has a population of 88,665. Of this, approximately 38.7% identify as Hispanic or Latino, while 51.7% identify as White alone (not Hispanic or Latino). The City also includes smaller, yet important, racial groups such as Asian, Black or African American, and Native American residents, each of whom face unique challenges in accessing services and representation. For more detailed racial and ethnic breakdowns, see Table 1 below.

In addition to race and ethnicity, the City has a
notable proportion of residents who are
noncitizens, disabled, or elderly groups that
often face barriers to full civic participation.

These populations are more likely to be
undercounted in the census, which can directly
affect federal funding and political
representation.

A diverse group of business professionals standing
around a conference table with their hands stacked
together in the center, symbolizing teamwork and unity.

ATTACHMENT
6 City of Santa Barbara Racial Breakdown
Based on a total population of 88,665, approximately 53.4% (47,386 people) identify as White alone, not Hispanic or Latino. Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race make up

36.8% of the population, or about 32,627 people. Those identifying as Black or African American alone represent 1.3% (1,153 people), while American Indian and Alaska Native individuals also account for 1.3% (1,153 people). About 3.8% (3,370 people) identify as Asian alone, and 0.2% (177 people) as Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander alone.

Additionally, 16.6% (14,713 people) report being of two or more races. It is important to note that because the Hispanic or Latino category overlaps with racial categories and due to rounding, the estimated numbers may not add up precisely to the total population.

Demographic Comparison of the Employees vs. General Population of the City of Santa Barbara*
According to 2020 Census data, the demographics of City of Santa Barbara employees are generally similar to those of the city’s overall population, with some differences across groups. Among city employees, 0.7% identify as American Indian or Alaska Native, matching the citywide percentage. Asians make up 3.2% of city employees compared to

3.9% of the city’s population. Black or African American employees represent 2.0% of the workforce, slightly higher than the citywide 1.6%. Hawaiian or Pacific Islanders account for

0.1% in both groups. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up 35.3% of city employees, close to the city’s 36.7%. Those identifying as two or more races comprise 6.7% of employees versus 7.1% of residents. Finally, 52.1% of city employees identify as White, compared to 55.8% in the broader Santa Barbara population.

Internal Practices
• Employment Practices for Hiring and Organizational Success • Non-Discrimination and Harassment Policy
• ADA / Reasonable Accommodation Process
• Anti-Bias Training offered to City employees

ATTACHMENT
7 Organization, Staffing, and Structure
Agency Administrator
The Director of Public Works, Brian D’Amour, is ultimately responsible for assuring full compliance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and has directed that non-discrimination is required of all agency employees, contractors, and agents pursuant to 23 CFR Part 200 and 49 CFR Part 21.

Title VI Coordinator
The City of Santa Barbara has designated Samoni Abner, Administrative Analyst II, as the Title VI Coordinator for the Public Works Department. In this role, they are responsible for ensuring full compliance with Title VI the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination requirements within Public Works programs, services, and activities, which include:
• Submitting the Title VI Implementation plan and annual reports on the agency’s behalf.
• Developing procedures for prompt processing and resolution of complaints. • Investigating complaints, maintaining a complaint log, and reporting to California Department of Transportation (CDOT).
• Developing procedures for the collection and analysis of statistical data. • Developing and overseeing a program to conduct Title VI reviews of program areas. • Conducting annual Title VI assessments of pertinent program areas to ensure compliance.
• Creating and disseminating Title VI information to the public and staff. • Review and update Public Works’ Title VI Plan as needed or required.

Staff Training
The City will provide training on Title VI requirements to staff, contractors, and subrecipients to ensure compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination laws. Training will occur as part of the new employee onboarding process and will be reinforced through periodic refresher sessions.

Training will include:
• An overview of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related nondiscrimination requirements.
• The City’s policy of nondiscrimination and how it applies to all programs, services, and activities.
• Instructions on how to identify and address potential Title VI issues.

ATTACHMENT
8 • Guidance on the complaint process, including how staff should respond if a member of the public wishes to file a complaint.
• Familiarization with the City’s Title VI Complaint Form (including online Microsoft Form) and the steps for forwarding complaints to the Title VI Coordinator. • The importance of outreach and accessibility for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals.

The Title VI Coordinator will maintain training materials and attendance records. Employees with frequent public contact will be prioritized for refresher training to ensure continued compliance and awareness.

Title VI Complaint Procedures
How to File a Complaint
Any person who believes they have been subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in a City of Santa Barbara program or activity may file a complaint under Title VI. Complaints must be submitted within 180 days of the alleged incident. A complaint may be filed by completing the City’s Title VI Complaint Form online at: santabarbaraca.gov/public-works-Title-VI
I. Investigation and Conclusion
Once a complaint is received, the Title VI Coordinator will acknowledge receipt in writing within 10 business days. If the complaint is incomplete, the complainant will be contacted and given an opportunity to provide additional information. The Title VI Coordinator will then begin an investigation, which may include reviewing relevant documents, interviewing witnesses, and gathering additional information. Investigations are generally completed within 90 days of receipt.

At the conclusion of the investigation, the complainant will receive a written Letter of Finding that outlines whether the City is in compliance with Title VI and, if applicable, identifies any corrective actions that will be taken. If the complainant is not satisfied with the outcome, they may appeal the decision to Caltrans or the FHWA, whose contact information will be provided in the response letter.

The Title VI Coordinator maintains a complaint log that tracks the name of the complainant, the date the complaint was filed, the basis of the complaint, the status, and the outcome.

These records are retained for a minimum of three years and are available to Caltrans upon request.

ATTACHMENT
9 II. Discrimination Complaint Procedure Overview
Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in any City of Santa Barbara program or activity. This prohibition applies to all branches of City of Santa Barbara, its contractors, consultants, and anyone acting on behalf of the City.

Any person who believes they have been discriminated against based on race, color, or national origin by Caltrans or a sub-recipient may file a Title VI complaint by completing and submitting the agency’s Title VI Complaint Form. The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) processes complaints received no more than 180 days after the alleged incident. OCR will only process complaints that are complete, including the complainant’s contact information, details of the alleged discrimination, and the complainant’s signature.

Once the Title VI complaint is received, OCR will determine which federal administering agency has jurisdiction to investigate and process the complaint.

III. Title VI Complaints Processed Under the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Title VI complaints filed with Caltrans, in which Caltrans is named as the Respondent, will be forwarded to the FHWA Division Office. The complainant will receive an acknowledgment letter informing them that the complaint has been received and forwarded to the FHWA.

Per the FHWA Guidance Memorandum on Processing of Title VI Complaints (dated June 13, 2018), all Title VI complaints received by a sub-recipient must be forwarded to Caltrans to be submitted to the FHWA Division Office. Complaints should be sent within one business day of receipt via email to [email protected].

If the Headquarters Office of Civil Rights (HCR) determines a Title VI complaint against a sub-recipient can be investigated by Caltrans, HCR may delegate the investigation to Caltrans.

IV. Title VI Complaints Processed Under the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Title VI complaints filed with Caltrans, in which Caltrans is named as the Respondent, will be investigated by Caltrans. Per FTA guidelines, Title VI complaints are handled at the local level or elevated to FTA under egregious Title VI discriminatory circumstances. The complainant will receive an acknowledgment letter informing them whether the complaint will be investigated by Caltrans or forwarded to FTA.

ATTACHMENT
10 Title VI complaints filed with Caltrans against a sub-recipient will be investigated by Caltrans.

If the complaint is filed directly with the sub-recipient, the sub-recipient is responsible for investigating the complaint in accordance with FTA Circular 4702.1B, Title VI Requirements and Guidelines for Federal Transit Administration Recipients.

V. FTA – Filing a Local Complaint
FTA recommends, but does not require, that individuals first file a complaint directly with their transit provider to give the provider an opportunity to resolve the situation. FTA grantees are required under the ADA, Title VI, and EEO to have local complaint procedures.

VI. Caltrans Office of Civil Rights (OCR) Investigation Process If OCR is delegated the responsibility of performing an investigation, OCR has 90 days to investigate the complaint. If additional time is needed, OCR will notify the complainant.

If more information is needed to resolve the case, the OCR investigator may contact the complainant. The complainant has ten business days from the date of the letter to send the requested information to the investigator assigned to the case.

If the investigator is not contacted by the complainant or does not receive the additional information within ten business days, OCR can administratively close the case. A case may also be closed if the complainant no longer wishes to pursue the complaint.

OCR will consult with HCR regarding the disposition of the complaint. The complaint may be resolved through (1) informal resolution or (2) issuance of a Letter of Finding of compliance or noncompliance with Title VI. A copy of the Letter of Finding will be sent to all parties via the Division Office.

VII. Additional Filing Options
A person may also file a complaint directly with:

Federal Transit Administration
Civil Rights Division Attention: Complaint Team
East Building, 5th Floor – TCR
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590

ATTACHMENT
11 Federal Highway Administration
U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Civil Rights 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
8th Floor E81-105
Washington, DC 20590
Notice of Rights
Dissemination of Title VI Information
The City’s Public Works Department is committed to ensuring that all individuals are informed of their rights under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. To achieve this, the department employs various methods to disseminate Title VI information to the public:
• Public Posting: Title VI notices will be prominently displayed in public areas within City facilities, including lobbies and community centers. • Website Accessibility: The Title VI notice is accessible on the City’s official website, ensuring online visitors can easily find and review the information. • Printed Materials: Brochures and flyers containing Title VI information are distributed at public meetings, workshops, and events hosted by the Public Works Department.
• Community Outreach: During community engagement activities, such as public hearings and consultations, Title VI notices are shared with participants to ensure awareness of their rights.

Provision of Notice in Other Languages
Recognizing the linguistic diversity of our community, the City’s Public Works Department ensures that Title VI information is available in multiple languages. This includes:
• Spanish: Title VI notices and related materials are translated into Spanish to accommodate Spanish-speaking residents.
• Other Languages: Depending on community needs and the results of the annual Limited English Proficiency (LEP) assessment, Title VI information may also be provided in additional languages, such as Chinese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Korean, Russian, and Hmong.

ATTACHMENT
12 Sample Notice
A sample of the Title VI Notice of Rights is provided below:

Title VI Notice of Rights
The City’s Public Works Department assures that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. For more information or to file a complaint, please contact the Title VI Coordinator at:

Samoni Abner, Title VI Coordinator
[email protected]
630 Garden St,
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This notice is consistent with the guidelines provided by Caltrans and the FHWA, ensuring compliance with Title VI requirements. For further resources and sample materials, you may refer to the Caltrans Title VI page: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/civil-rights/title-vi.

If you need assistance customizing this section with specific contact details or additional language options, feel free to ask.

Limited English Proficiency (LEP)
Purpose and Scope
The City’s Public Works Department recognizes that language differences may create barriers to accessing public services. Consistent with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 13166, and Caltrans guidance (LAPM § 9.2), the Department seeks to take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to individuals with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) within available resources.

Four-Factor Analysis

1. Number or Proportion of LEP Persons: According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates, Table B16001), approximately 30% of City residents speak a language other than English at home and about 15% are Limited English Proficient.

Spanish is the most common non-English language.

ATTACHMENT
13 More specifically, data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2022 American Community Survey show that approximately 13.8% of Santa Barbara’s population, or around 12,200 individuals, are LEP Spanish speakers. Smaller LEP populations include:
• Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese): 0.6% (~530 individuals) • Tagalog: 0.4% (~350 individuals)
• Other languages (Vietnamese, Russian, etc.): 0.5% (~440 individuals)

2. Frequency of Contact: Public Works divisions occasionally interact with LEP residents, primarily Spanish-speaking individuals, during permits, inspections, and community meetings.

3. Nature and Importance: Because Public Works projects affect public safety and mobility, providing clear communication is a priority.

4. Resources Available: The Department utilizes available bilingual staff and Citywide language-access resources as feasible and translates key documents when reasonable.

Language-Assistance Measures
To enhance access for LEP individuals, the Department maintains an internal list of bilingual employees, translates vital documents such as complaint forms and public notices into Spanish, and coordinates, when practical, with community organizations that assist with outreach to LEP residents.

Safe Harbor Provision
Per U.S. DOT Policy Guidance (70 Fed. Reg. 74087, 2005), the Department translates vital written materials for any language group comprising 5% or 1,000 individuals (whichever is less) of the population served. Spanish meets this threshold and is prioritized for translation.

This section reflects the City’s good-faith efforts to improve access for LEP individuals and is subject to available resources, staffing, and community needs. It does not create obligations beyond those required by Title VI and related laws.

Data Collection and Analysis Procedures
The City’s Public Works Department is committed to collecting and analyzing data on the race, color, national origin, and sex of participants and beneficiaries of its programs and activities. This data collection supports our efforts to ensure nondiscrimination and equitable access under Title VI.

ATTACHMENT
14 Data Collection Methods:
• Program Participation Tracking: We track the demographic information (race, ethnicity, national origin, sex) of individuals participating in our programs and activities, such as those involved in right-of-way projects or community outreach events. For example, residents relocated or impacted by right-of-way acquisitions have their demographic data recorded to monitor potential disparate impacts. • Public Engagement: At public meetings, workshops, and hearings, we collect voluntary demographic information to understand the diversity of attendees and to ensure inclusive community participation.
• Use of External Data Sources: We utilize U.S. Census data and other relevant demographic databases to analyze the racial and ethnic composition of populations impacted by our projects and services. This information helps identify potentially underserved or disproportionately affected communities.

Data Analysis:

Collected data is regularly reviewed and analyzed to detect any patterns of disparate impact or inequities in service delivery. This analysis informs decision-making processes to improve accessibility, outreach, and program design, ensuring that all communities receive equitable benefits from City projects and programs.

Confidentiality and Use:

All demographic data collected is maintained confidentially and used solely for compliance monitoring and program improvement. Data is reported in aggregate form to protect individual privacy.

Environmental Justice
In accordance with Executive Order 12898 and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department integrates Environmental Justice (EJ) principles into its planning, design, and public outreach processes. The Department seeks to ensure that all residents, particularly minority and low-income populations, have fair access to the benefits of public works projects and are not subjected to disproportionately high or adverse environmental or economic impacts.

Primary Program Area Descriptions and Review Procedures The Public Works Department Engineering Division engages in the following program areas.

Each area is reviewed for Title VI/Non-Discrimination concerns, and procedures are in place to ensure compliance with Title VI requirements.

ATTACHMENT
15 Program Area
General
Description
Title VI/NonDiscrimination
Concerns and
Responsibilities
Review Procedures for
Ensuring Non-Discrimination
Right-of-Way Acquisition of
property for
public works
projects.

Ensuring fair
treatment and
compensation to all
property owners and
tenants regardless of
race, color, national
origin, or income.

Avoiding
disproportionate
impacts on minority or
low-income
communities.

Staff review appraisal and
relocation processes;
demographic impacts are
analyzed; property owner
communications are tracked;
complaints referred to Title VI
Coordinator.

Planning Development
of
transportation
plans and
long-range
capital
programs.

Ensuring community
participation from
diverse populations,
especially Limited
English Proficient
(LEP) and minority
groups, in planning
decisions.

Demographic data from
Census/ACS is used in
outreach; public notices
translated into Spanish; Title VI
Coordinator reviews outreach
logs annually.

Environmental Environmental
review and
permitting for
projects.

Avoiding disparate
environmental impacts
on protected
communities; ensuring
compliance with
environmental justice
principles.

Title VI Coordinator reviews
environmental documents for
EJ/Title VI impacts; outreach
conducted in affected
neighborhoods with translated
notices as needed.

Construction Oversight of
contractors
and
construction
projects.

Ensuring contractors
comply with
nondiscrimination
clauses; monitoring
jobsite postings;
preventing unequal
impacts during
construction.

Contract language includes
Title VI assurances; field
inspectors confirm postings;
Title VI Coordinator reviews
contractor compliance
annually.

ATTACHMENT
16 Annual Work Plan
Each year, Public Works will maintain an Annual Work Plan to track Title VI implementation activities. The Title VI Coordinator will oversee staff training, monitor public participation, ensure translation and accessibility services are available, and confirm that Title VI information is properly posted. The plan will also include updating demographic data, reviewing the complaint log, and coordinating with state and federal partners as needed.

The Annual Work Plan will serve as the foundation for ongoing program improvements and will inform updates to the Title VI Implementation Plan every three years.

ATTACHMENT
17 APPENDIX A - Public Notice of Right Under Title VI
The City of Santa Barbara, Department of Public Works (Public Works) operates its programs and services without regard to race, color or national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Public Works also prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other protected class enumerated in federal and state law. Any person who believes he/she has been a victim of any unlawful discriminatory practice under Title VI may file a complaint with the Title VI Coordinator.

If you have any questions or would like additional information on Public Works' obligation regarding non-discrimination or how to file a complaint, please visit Public Works' web page on the City’s web site santabarbaraca.gov/public-works-Title-VI or contact the Title VI Coordinator.

You may also file a complaint directly with the:

U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Civil Rights,
Attention: Federal Coordination and Compliance Section – NWB 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (888) 848-5306
Aviso público de derecho bajo el Titulo VI
La Ciudad de Santa Bárbara, Departamento de Obras Públicas (Public Works) opera sus programas y servicios sin distinción de raza, color u origen nacional de acuerdo con el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles. Public Works también prohíbe la discriminación basada en el sexo, la edad, la discapacidad, la religión, la orientación sexual, la identidad de genera o cualquier otra clase protegida enumerada en las leyes federales y estatales. Cualquier persona que crea que ha sido víctima de cualquier practica discriminatoria ilegal bajo el Titulo VI puede presentar una queja ante el Coordinador del Título VI. Si tiene alguna pregunta o desea obtener información adicional sobre la obligación de Public Works con respecto a la no discriminación o como presentar una queja, visite la pagina web de Public Works en el sitio web del condado santabarbaraca.gov/public-works-Title-VI o comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título VI.

Si tiene alguna pregunta o desea obtener información adicional sobre la obligación de Public Works con respecto a la no discriminación o cómo presentar una queja, visite la página web de Public Works en el sitio web del condado (SB PW WEBPAGE LINK) o comuníquese con el Coordinador del Título VI.

También puede presentar una queja directamente con:

Departamento de Justicia de EE. UU., Oficina de Derechos Civiles, Atención: Sección Federal de Coordinación y Cumplimiento - NWB 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20530
Teléfono: (888) 848-5306

ATTACHMENT
18 APPENDIX B - Title VI Complaint Form

ATTACHMENT
1 ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA BARBARA AMENDING CHAPTER 22.04 OF THE

MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE
2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE,
VOLUMES 1 AND 2; THE 2025 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE;
THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL
CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF THE
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; THE
2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDINGS
CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA GREEN
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF
THE CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE;
AND THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY
MAINTENANCE CODE; ADOPTING LOCAL REVISIONS TO
THOSE CODES; AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER
6093.

WHEREAS, uniform international construction codes are developed, updated, and published regularly; and
WHEREAS, these codes are adopted by the State of California and by local communities with amendments specifically pertinent to their local conditions; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara relies on local ground and surface water for its local water supplies, and drought conditions are common within Santa Barbara and the surrounding areas; and
WHEREAS, local topography and climate present unique flooding, fire hazard, and fire abatement conditions; and
WHEREAS, local geological conditions such as very problematic soils and intense earthquake faults present unique geophysical hazards; and WHEREAS, the majority of the buildings in the City of Santa Barbara pre-date the Americans with Disabilities Act; many of the parcels of land supporting these older buildings are fully developed; and because of the topography of these parcels, determining accessibility compliance can be very complex; and WHEREAS, the City of Santa Barbara has the authority to establish appropriate administrative building permit process amendments for the purposes of enforcing the State Building Standards Codes; and
Agenda Item No. 10
File Code No. 520.03
2 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Barbara finds that such local geological, topographic, climatic, and existing building conditions warrant certain amendments to the model uniform codes related to construction;

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 22.04.010 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.4.10 Adoption of California Codes by Reference.

Subject to the amendments specified in Sections 22.04.020 through 22.04.080, the following Codes, certain appendix chapters, and the standards and secondary codes referenced therein are adopted, and shall be known as the City of Santa Barbara Building Codes.

A. The “California Building Code Volumes 1 and 2” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission, including Appendix Chapters G and J.

B. The “California Residential Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission, including Appendix Chapter AX.

C. The “California Wildland-Urban Interface Code” as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

D. The “California Electrical Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

E. The “California Mechanical Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

F. The “California Plumbing Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission including Appendix Chapters I (Installation Standards) and K.

G. The “California Energy Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

H. The “California Historical Building Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

I. The “California Existing Building Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

J. The “California Green Building Standards Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

K. The California Referenced Standards Code” (2025 Edition), as published by the California Building Standards Commission.

L. The “International Property Maintenance Code” (2024 Edition), as published by the International Code Council, including Appendix A.

SECTION 2. Section 22.04.020 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.4.20 Amendments to the California Building Code.
3 The California Building Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.020.

A.Sections 105.1.3 and 105.1.4 are added to read as follows:
105.1.3 Paving and Striping. Building permits shall be required for all paving, repaving (including slurry coating), striping, re-striping, signage, and re-signage of parking spaces in parking lots and structures. Accessible parking spaces, access aisles, and signage shall be provided that meets currently adopted codes. 105.1.4 Demolition Permits. Building permits shall be required to demolish any building, portion of a building, or structure within the City of Santa Barbara and shall be subject to the following conditions:

1. The applicant shall ensure all utility connections have been removed by the appropriate utility providers, except such utility services that are approved for use in connection with the work of the demolition. The applicant shall provide verification from the utility providers that utility service has been disconnected.

2. The applicant shall obtain clearance from the Santa Barbara Air Pollution Control District for all commercial demolition, renovations and alterations.

3. All resulting building debris, trash, junk, vegetation, dead organic matter, rodent harborage, or combustible material that constitutes a threat to life, health, or property, or is detrimental to the public welfare or which may reduce adjacent property value shall be removed from the site within thirty (30) days after the demolition of the structure.

4. All demolition debris must be managed and handled in accordance with the City’s Environmental Services Division regulations and guidelines.

B. Section 105.2 “Work Exempt From Permit” is amended to read as follows:

Section 105.2 Work Exempt From Permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following (Note - For work involving detached one- and two-family dwellings or townhouses or buildings accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings or townhouses, see Section 105 of the California Residential Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in this Ordinance):

Building:

1. One-story detached residential accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, portable and fixed playground equipment, bicycle or skateboard ramps and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11 m2) and the height does not exceed ten (10) feet at the highest point; and further provided the structure does not encroach into required setbacks or required open yards, does not obstruct 4 required parking, and is not served by any utilities. The combined square footage of exempt accessory structures may not exceed 200 square feet on any single parcel.

2. Residential fences and walls not exceeding five (5) feet in height, as measured in a vertical line from the lowest point of contact with the ground directly adjacent to both sides of the fence to the highest point of the fence along said vertical line, provided that such fences and walls are constructed in compliance with the City’s Fence and Hedge Ordinance.

3. Oil derricks.

4. Residential retaining walls and non-retaining walls, including masonry and concrete walls, not exceeding four (4) feet in height as measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, are exempt from a building permit unless the wall: (a) supports a surcharge, or (b) impounds flammable liquids, or (c) is installed on a slope of twenty percent (20%) or greater.

5. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.

6. Uncovered residential platforms, decks, porches, walks, and similar structures not exceeding ten (10) inches in height above adjacent grade, that are not located over any basement or story below, not part of an accessible route, and not part of the means of egress from a normally occupied space.

7. Interior painting, papering, and similar finish work.

8. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater stage sets and scenery.

9. Ground mounted radio, television and other masts or antenna or dish-shaped communication reception or transmitting structures less than 3 feet in diameter, which do not extend more than 15 feet above grade and are not served by electrical circuits regulated under the National Electrical Code NEC). Light- weight roof-mounted radio, television, and other masts or antenna or dish shaped communication reception or transmitting structures less than 2 feet in diameter, which do not extend more than 15 feet above the roof, are not served by electrical circuits regulated under the NEC, and which are not subject to a telecommunications permit pursuant to Santa Barbara Municipal Code §30.185.410.B.

10. Freestanding or movable cases, counters, and interior partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches in height, and not containing or requiring connections to electrical power or plumbing systems.

11. Permit applications submitted for other miscellaneous and minor work may be exempted by the Chief Building Official from permits, fees and inspections.

Electrical:

Repairs and maintenance. Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
5 Radio and television transmitting stations. The provisions of this code shall not apply to electrical equipment used for radio and televisions transmissions, but do apply to equipment and wiring for power supply and installations of towers and antennas.

Temporary testing systems. A permit shall not be required for the installation of any temporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.

Gas:

1. Portable heating appliance.

2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.

Mechanical:

1. Portable heating appliance.

2. Portable ventilation equipment.

3. Portable cooling unit.

4. Steam, hot or chilled water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.

5. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.

6. Portable evaporative cooler.

7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds (5 kg) or less of refrigerant and actuated by motors of 1 horsepower (746 W) or less.

Plumbing:

1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with the new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided

2. in this code.

3. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.

C. Section 105.4.1 added to read as follows:
105.4.1 Issuance. All work authorized by building permit for other than R-3 or U occupancies shall be issued to an appropriate contractor licensed in accordance with the provisions of California State Law.

D. Section 105.5 “Expiration” is amended to read as follows:
105.5 Expiration. Unless extended by the Building Official, every permit issued 6 shall become invalid, without notice being given to the permit holder when the following occurs:

1. The work on the site, authorized by such permit, is not commenced within 180 days of the permit issuance date, or

2. During any period of more than 180 days after permit issuance, the work on site does not receive full City Inspection approval for any one of the inspections found in Section 110.3.1-110.3.12.

Prior to the permit expiration above, when requested in writing, the Building Official may grant administrative permit extensions for circumstances, out of the permit holder’s control, that caused the construction to stop. However, no permit shall be active for more than 6 years.

E. Section 107.1.1 “Licensed Architect Required” is added to read as follows:
107.1.1 Licensed Architect Required. All permit applications and construction documents for multi-family residential buildings of greater than 2 units and non-residential projects with construction valuations greater than 20% of the current building value shall be reviewed for consistency and compliance and submitted with the seal and signature of a State licensed architect unless specifically allowed to do otherwise by the Building Official.

F. Section 107.2.9 “Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Approval” is added to read as follows:
107.2.9 Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Approval. Building permit applications and the associated construction drawings that include a CASp certification per State Civil Code Section 55.53 and include the following statement, signed by a State licensed CASp, will receive an expedited plan review of Chapters 11A and 11B by the City:
“I, (CASp Full Name) , have inspected the property and provided the property owner with a report in accordance with California Civil Code Sections 55.51-

55.545. I have reviewed:
 The prior 3-years of “adjusted construction cost”, as defined in this code, for this parcel, and
 These construction plans and documents for the project submitted under City permit (PERMIT #) for compliance with the State Title 24, Part 2, Volume 1, Chapters 11A and/or 11B
I find these plans and documents to be, to the best of my knowledge, in compliance the applicable State access compliance standards.

Signature: Date: ________
CASp #: ______”
7 G. Section 109 “Fees” is replaced as follows:
109. Fees. All fees shall be adopted either by:

1. City Council via Ordinance or Resolution, or

2. Provided for by the State of California
H. Section 113 “Board of appeals” is amended to read as follows:
113. Board of Appeals. In order to provide technical Code advice to the City’s building official and fire code official, and to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the fire code official or building official relative to the application and interpretations of the technical codes, there shall be and is hereby created a Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals. This Board consists of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction and building service equipment and who are not employees of the jurisdiction. The Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals shall be appointed by the City Council and shall hold office for a 4-year term. The Board is not empowered to waive requirements of the State Title 24 codes. The Board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the fire code official or building official. 113.1.1 Alternatives. The Board may consider any alternate provided that it finds that the proposed design, material, method, or work offered is, for the purpose intended. The Board shall have no authority to waive the requirements of the applicable Code. 113.1.2 Appointments. The City Council shall appoint 7 qualified individuals provided that at least 3 members are physically disabled when hearing items that involve Chapters 11A or 11B of the California Building.
113.1.3 Quorum. For other than appeals and ratifications relative to Chapter 11A or 11B of the California Building Code, it shall take a quorum of members to hear an appeal and majority vote of the Board convened to sustain an appeal. Appeals and ratifications relative to the enforcement of Chapter 11A or 11B, at least 2 of the Board members in a quorum hearing the item must be physically disabled.
113.1.4 Chairperson. The chairperson shall be selected annually by the convened Board. The chairperson shall maintain order and conduct the meeting in accordance with the California Brown Act.
113.1.5 Meetings. The Board shall meet when needed to hear an appeal or when needed to transact business of the Board. Either the building official or the fire code official or their designee shall act as Secretary of the Board.
113.1.6 Board Decisions. The decision of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals shall be final on all matters of appeals and shall become an order to the 8 Appellant, Chief Building Official or Fire Code Official as may be appropriate. 113.1.7 Procedural Rules. Appeal hearings shall be conducted substantially in accordance with the following format:

1. Any person may appeal a decision of the building official or fire code official by filing a written appeal with the building official or fire code official within 10-days of the issuance of the written decision. The notice of appeal shall state the grounds for the appeal.

2. No notice of appeal shall be accepted unless the notice is accompanied by the fee specified by resolution of the City Council.

3. Unless agreed to otherwise by the appellant and the building official or fire code official, all appeals shall be heard not less than 10-days and not more than 60- days from the date on which the building official or fire code official receives the written appeal.

4. The filing of a timely appeal with the building official or fire code official shall place a stay on further enforcement of the specific matter appealed, except for instances of danger to life or property.

5. The Chairperson shall call the meeting to order.

6. The Chairperson shall note the Board members present for the minutes.

7. The Chairperson shall recognize the building official or fire code official for presentation of the appeal. The building official or the fire code official shall read his or her recommendation to the Board.

8. The Chairperson shall recognize the Appellant for presentation of rebuttals.

9. All witnesses must be called by either the Appellant or the building official or the fire code official and may be questioned as permitted by the Chair of this Board. The Board has full discretion in allowing witnesses as well as setting equal time limits for presentation by City staff and the Appellant.

10. The Board may entertain comments from the public.

11. The Board may affirm, deny, or amend the decision of the building official or the fire code official.

12. The Board shall issue its decisions in writing and shall include a statement of the decision appealed, the decision of the Board and the findings made by the Board in reaching their decision.

13. The Chairperson shall adjourn the meeting at the end of business.

14. The Secretary shall prepare minutes for the record and shall serve as custodian of case records and said minutes.
9 I. Section 117 is added to read as follows:
117.1 Post-Damage Assessment. After a disaster, residential buildings subject to this Code shall be assessed for damage and placarded in accordance with Chapter 22.09 of this Code.

Section 701A.1 has been removed in its entirety and replaced with THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE as amended by Municipal Code Section

22.4.80. J. Section 903.2.22 “Local Requirements” is added to read as follows:
903.2.22 Local Requirements. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout buildings and structures as specified in Section 903.2 or as specified in Section 903.2.22, whichever is more protective.
903.2.22.1 New Buildings, Generally. The construction of a new building containing any of the following occupancies: A, B, E, F, H, I, L, M, R, S or U.

Exceptions: A new building containing a Group U occupancy that is constructed in the City’s designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 500 square feet of floor area. A new building containing a U occupancy that is constructed outside the City’s designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 5000 square feet of floor area.
903.2.22.2 New Buildings in the High Fire Hazard Area. The construction of any new building within the City’s designated High Fire Hazard Area.

Exception: A new building containing a Group U occupancy that is constructed in the City’s designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 500 square feet of floor area. 903.2.22.3 Additions to Buildings Other than Single Family Residences.

The addition of floor area to an existing building that contains any occupancy other than Group R, Division 3.

Exception: For buildings that have had no additions since September 11, 2009, a single addition of not more than 250 square feet, provided the addition does not change the use to a more hazardous occupancy, shall not trigger the requirement to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. However, the square footage of the single addition allowed under this exception will be included in the cumulative total of modifications and alterations for purposes of Section 903.2.20.4.
903.2.22.4 Remodels of Buildings Other than Single Family Residences. The 10 remodel or alteration of the interior of an existing building that contains any occupancy other than Group R, Division 3, where the floor area of the portion of the building that is modified or altered exceeds 50% of the existing floor area of the building. For purposes of this section, all modifications or alterations to an existing building that occur after September 11, 2009 shall be counted in the aggregate toward the 50% threshold measured against the floor area of the building. It shall be the responsibility of the building owner to install the sprinkler system throughout the building when the threshold has been exceeded. Calculations of aggregate floor areas are as follows:
(a) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 50% or more of the existing exterior walls of the building or structure; or (b) Aggregate alterations or modifications that change or rearrange the existing configuration of walls or full height partitions and involves 50% or more of the enclosed floor area of the building or structure; or
(c) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 50% or more of ceiling and wall coverings exposing framing members of the building.

Exception: Nothing in this section shall prevent the building owner from negotiating a written agreement with the tenant or tenants for allocating the cost of the sprinkler system in any proportion.
903.2.22.5 Change of Occupancy to a Higher Hazard Classification. Any change of occupancy in an existing building where the occupancy changes to a higher hazard classification. Higher hazard classification shall be defined per amended Table 1011.5 of the 2025 Existing Building Code and written policy.

TABLE 1011.5 MEANS OF EGRESS HAZARD CATEGORIES

RELATIVE HAZARD OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATIONS
1 (Highest Hazard) H
2 I-2, I-3, I-4
3 A, E, I-1, R-1, R-2, R-4
4 M, B, F-1, R-3, S-1
5 (Lowest Hazard) F-2, S-2, U
11 Exception: For purposes of sprinklers only, the higher hazard classification will not be deemed to include low hazard assembly occupancies of 75 occupants or fewer
903.2.22.6 Computation of Square Footage. For the purposes of this Section 903.2.22, the floor area of buildings shall be computed in accordance with the definition of “Floor area, Gross” provided in Section 202 of the California Building Code.
903.2.22.7 Existing use. Any existing building not classified as Group R, Division 3, in existence at the time of the effective date of this code may have their use continued if such use was legal at the time. Additions to existing buildings shall require an automatic fire sprinkler system installed throughout, including areas not previously protected.

Exception: For buildings that have had no additions since September 11, 2009, a single addition of not more than 250 square feet, provided the addition does not change the use to a more hazardous occupancy, shall not trigger the requirement to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. However, the square footage of the single addition will be included in the cumulative total of modifications and alterations for purposes of Section 903.2.22.4.
903.2.22.8 Exceptions and Modifications. Where hardship or substantial difficulty make strict compliance with a sprinkler section impractical, the fire code official is authorized to grant exceptions or modifications on an individual basis, pursuant to California Fire Code Section 104.9.

K. Section 907.2.30 is added to read as follows:
907.2.30 Mixed-Use Occupancies. Where residential occupancies are combined with commercial occupancies, a fire alarm system shall be installed which notifies all occupants in the event of a fire. The system shall include automatic smoke detection throughout the commercial and common areas. In addition, a notification system shall be installed in a manner and location approved by the fire code official that indicates the presence of residential dwelling units in accordance with Municipal Code Section

8.04.030 B.

L. Section 1208.5 “Efficiency Dwelling Units” is amended to read as follows:
1208.5 Efficiency Dwelling Units. Unless modified by local ordinance pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.1, efficiency dwelling units shall comply with the following:

1. The unit’s habitable space shall comply with Sections 1208.1 through 1208.4. 12 Exception:

Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1 above, for projects constructed or operated by a nonprofit or governmental agency offering housing at an Affordable Housing Cost to Lower Income Households (as those terms are defined in sections 50052.5 and 50079.5 of the California Health and Safety Code), the City may permit efficiency dwelling units for occupancy by no more than two persons who qualify as either very low or low income households where the units have a minimum useable floor area, (excluding floor area in the kitchen, bathroom and closet), of not less than 150 square feet. In all other respects, such efficiency dwelling units shall conform to the minimum standards specified in this code.

1. The unit shall be provided with a separate closet.

2. For other than Accessible, adaptable dwelling units, the unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration facilities, each having a clear working space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in front. Light and ventilation conforming to this code shall be provided.

3. The unit shall be provided with a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory and bathtub or shower.

M. Table 1505.1 is amended to read as follows:

TABLE 1505.1

MINIMUM ROOF COVERING CLASSIFICATION

FOR TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION

IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB

B B B B B B B B B
M. Section 1505.1.1 “Roofing Requirements in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area” is amended to read as follows:
1505.1.1 Roofing Requirements in a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area. Roof coverings on all buildings shall be class A noncombustible in accordance with adopted CBC Standards or otherwise as may be approved by the Chief Building Official.

Treated or untreated wood shakes or shingles shall not be permitted, except on existing structures which are constructed with shake or shingle roofs where less than 20% of the existing roof is being replaced within a two 2) year period, provided such replacement roofing is fire retardant treated wood shakes or shingles. “Green” or “Vegetated” roofs shall not be used in the Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area.

N. Section 1505.1.2 “Roof coverings within all other areas” is amended to 13 read as follows:
1505.1.2 Roof coverings within in all other areas. The roof covering or roofing assembly of any new building or the re-roofing of any existing building, regardless of type or occupancy classification, shall be no less than Class B, except that Group H, Division 1 and Group I occupancies shall be Class A. Treated or untreated wood shakes or shingles shall not be permitted, except on existing structures which are constructed with shake or shingle roofs where less than 20 % of the existing roof is being replaced within a two 2 year period, provided such replacement roofing is fire retardant treated wood shakes or shingles.

Exception: In the High Fire Hazard District, roof coverings shall be in accordance with 1501.1.1 and Chapter 5 of the California Wildland Interface Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara municipal code Section 22.04.80.

O Section 1507.4.1 “Deck Requirements” is amended to read as follows:
1507.4.1 Deck Requirements. Metal roof panel roof coverings shall be applied to a solid or closely fitted deck, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied to spaced supports. Metal roof panel coverings shall not be installed over combustible shingles or shakes.

P Section 1705.12.2 “Structural wood” subsection “Exceptions” is amended to read as follows:
1705.13.2 Structural Wood. Exceptions:

1. Special Inspections are not required for wood shear walls, shear panels and diaphragms, including nailing, bolting, anchoring and other fastening to other elements of the seismic force-resisting system, where the fastener spacing of the sheathing is more than 4 inches (102 mm) on center (o.c.).

2. Special Inspection is not required if the building is designed in accordance with AWC SDPWS-2008 (NDS) Table 4.3A (Note: PLF values must be divided in half per

4.3.3) assuming that the allowable shear values reflected are reduced by 25%.

R. Appendix G Section G101 “Flood Resistant Construction” is amended to read as follows:

G101.1 Flood Resistant Construction
G101. General. Construction and development within a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Special Flood Hazard Area depicted on a FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map shall be completed in accordance with the City’s Municipal Code, Chapter 22.24 and FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program standards for construction and development within Special Flood Hazard Areas.

S. Appendix G Sections G102-G1101 are deleted without replacement. 14 T. Appendix J “Grading” is amended to read as follows:

J101. GRADING GENERAL
J101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter apply to grading, excavation and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, and the control of grading site runoff, including erosion sediments and construction-related pollutants. The purpose of this appendix is to safeguard life, limb, property and the public welfare by regulating grading on private property. Where technical conflict occur between this chapter and geotechnical report filed by a licensed civil engineer, the Building Official may allow the geotechnical report to govern.

J101.2 General Hazards. Whenever the Building Official determines that any existing excavation or embankment or fill on private property has become a hazard to life and limb, or endangers property, or adversely affects the safety, use or stability of a public way or drainage channel, the owner of the property upon which the excavation or fill is located, or other person or agent in control of said property, upon receipt of notice in writing from the Building Official, shall within the period specified therein repair or eliminate such excavation or embankment to eliminate the hazard and to be in conformance with the requirements of this code.

J101.3 Safety Precautions. If at any stage of the work the Building Official determines by inspection that further grading as authorized is likely to endanger any public or private property or result in the deposition of debris on any public way or interfere with any existing drainage course, the Building Official may order the work stopped by notice in writing served on any persons engaged in doing or causing such work to be done, and any such person shall forthwith stop such work. The Building Official may authorize the work to proceed if the Building Official finds adequate safety precautions can be taken or corrective measures incorporated in the work to avoid likelihood of such danger, deposition or interference.

If the grading work, as done, has created or resulted in a hazardous condition, the Building Official shall give written notice requiring correction thereof as specified in California Building Code - Section 114 “Violations” or California Residential Code - Section R113 “Violations”. The Building Official may cause the violator to be prosecuted and issue an Administrative Citation without first having to issue a Notice of Violation.

J101.4 Protection of Utilities. The owner of any property on which grading has been performed, and which requires a grading permit under Section J103, shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to any public utilities or services.

J101.5 Protection of Adjacent Property. The owner of any property on which grading, has been performed and which requires a grading permit under Section J103 is responsible for the prevention of damage to adjacent property and no person shall excavate on land sufficiently close to the property line to endanger any adjoining public street, sidewalk, alley, or other public or private property without supporting and protecting such property from settling, cracking or other damage which might result. Special precautions approved by the Building Official shall be made to prevent imported or 15 exported materials from being deposited on the adjacent public way and/or drainage courses.

J101.6 Storm Water Control Measures. The owner of any property on which grading, has been performed shall put into effect and maintain all precautionary measures necessary to protect adjacent water courses and public or private property from damage by erosion, flooding, and deposition of mud, debris, and construction-related pollutants originating from the site during grading and related construction activities as required in Chapter 22.85 and/or any special conditions imposed on a project as a result of the issuance of a discretionary permit by the City.

J101.7 Maintenance of Protective Devices. The owner of any property on which grading has been performed pursuant to a permit issued under the provisions of this code, or any other person or agent in control of such property, shall maintain in good condition and repair all drainage structures and other protective devices when they are shown on the grading plans filed with the application for grading permit and approved as a condition precedent to the issuance of such permit.

J101.8 Conditions of Approval. In granting any permit under this code, the Building Official may include such conditions as may be reasonably necessary to prevent creation of a nuisance or hazard to public or private property. Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to:

3. Improvement of any existing grading to comply with the standards of this code.

4. Requirements for fencing of excavations or fills which may otherwise be hazardous.

5. Storm water pollution prevention control measures beyond those required by Section J101.6 of this Appendix J.

SECTION J102 DEFINITIONS
J102.1 Definitions. For the purposes of this appendix chapter, the terms, phrases and words listed in this section and their derivatives shall have the indicated meanings.

APPROVAL shall mean that the proposed work or completed work conforms to this chapter to the satisfaction of the Building Official.

AS–GRADED is the extent of surface conditions on completion of the approved grading project.

BEDROCK is in–place solid rock that is the relatively solid, undisturbed rock in place either at the ground surface or beneath superficial deposits of alluvium, colluvium and/or soil.

BENCH is a relatively level step excavated into earth material on which fill is to be placed.
16 BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP) is a storm water pollution mitigation measure which is required to be employed in order to comply with the requirements of the NPDES permit issued to the City of Santa Barbara by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.

BORROW is earth material acquired from an off–site location for use in grading on a site.

CIVIL ENGINEER is a professional engineer registered in the state to practice in the field of civil works.

CIVIL ENGINEERING is the application of the knowledge of the forces of nature, principles of mechanics and the properties of materials to the evaluation, design and construction of civil works.

COMPACTION the densification of a fill by mechanical means.

CUT See Excavation.

DESILTING BASINS are physical structures, constructed to allow the removal of sediments from surface water runoff.

DESIGN ENGINEER shall mean the civil engineer responsible for the preparation of the grading plans for the site grading work.

DOWN DRAIN a device for collecting water from a swale or ditch located on or above a slope, and safely delivering it to an approved drainage facility EARTH MATERIAL is any rock, natural soil or fill or any combination thereof.

ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST is a geologist experienced and knowledgeable in engineering geology. Shall mean a person holding a valid certificate of registration as a geologist in the specialty of engineering geology issued by the State of California under the applicable provisions of the Geologist and Geophysicist Act of the Business and Professions Code.

ENGINEERING GEOLOGY is the application of geologic knowledge and principles in the investigation and evaluation of naturally occurring rock and soil for use in the design of civil works.

EROSION is the wearing away of the ground surface as a result of the movement of wind, water or ice.

EROSION/SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PLAN (ESC) is a site drawing with details, notes, and related documents that identify the measures taken by the permittee to (1) control construction-related erosion and prevent construction-related sediment and pollutants from being carried offsite by storm water, and (2) prevent construction-related non-storm water discharges from entering the storm drain system that complies with the latest version of the Building & Safety Division’s ESC Policy. 17 EXCAVATION is the removal of earth material by artificial means, also referred to as a cut.

FIELD ENGINEER shall mean the civil engineer responsible for performing the functions as set forth in Section J105.4.

FILL is the deposition of earth materials by artificial means.

GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER See “soils engineer.”
GEOTECHNICAL HAZARD is an adverse condition due to landslide, settlement, and/or slippage. These hazards include loose debris, slope wash, and the potential for mud flows from natural or graded slopes.

GRADE is the vertical location of the ground surface.

GRADE, EXISTING is the grade prior to grading.

GRADE, FINISHED is the final grade of the site that conforms to the approved plan.

GRADE, ROUGH is the stage at which the grade approximately conforms to the approved plan.

GRADING is an excavation or fill or combination thereof.

KEY is a compacted fill placed in a trench excavated in earth material beneath the toe of a slope.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT shall mean a person who holds a certificate to practice landscape architecture in the State of California under the applicable landscape architecture provisions of Division 3, Chapter 3.5 of the Business and Professions Code.

LINE shall refer to horizontal location of the ground surface.

NATURAL GRADE is the vertical location of the ground surface prior to any excavation or fill.

PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM is a septic tank with effluent discharging into a subsurface disposal field, into one or more seepage pits or into a combination of subsurface disposal field and seepage pit or of such other facilities as may be permitted.

PROJECT CONSULTANTS shall mean professional consultants required by this code which may consist of the design engineer, field engineer, soils engineer, engineering geologist, and architect as applicable to this chapter.

PROFESSIONAL INSPECTION is the inspection required by this code to be performed by the civil engineer, soils engineer or engineering geologist. Such inspections include those performed by persons supervised by such engineers or geologists and shall 18 be sufficient to form an opinion relating to the conduct of the work.

SITE is any lot or parcel of land or contiguous combination thereof, under the same ownership, where grading is performed or permitted.

SLOPE is an inclined ground surface the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to vertical distance.

SOIL is naturally occurring superficial deposits overlying bedrock.

SOILS ENGINEER (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER) is an engineer experienced and knowledgeable in the practice of soils (geotechnical) engineering.

SOILS ENGINEERING (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING) is the application of the principals of soil mechanics in the investigation, evaluation and design of civil works involving the use of earth materials and the inspection or testing of construction thereof.

STORM DRAIN SYSTEM is a conveyance or system of conveyances, including roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters, pipes, ditches and manmade channels, designed or used for collecting, dissipating, or conveying storm water.

SURFACE DRAINAGE shall refer to flows over the ground surface.

SOIL TESTING AGENCY is an agency regularly engaged in the testing of soils and rock under the direction of a civil engineer experienced in soil testing.

TERRACE a relatively level step constructed in the face of a graded slope for drainage and maintenance purposes.

SECTION J103 PERMITS REQUIRED
J103.1 Permits required. Except as exempted in Section J103.2, no grading shall be performed without first having obtained a permit therefore from the Building Official. A grading permit does not include the construction of retaining walls or other structures. A separate permit shall be obtained for each site and may cover both excavations and fills. Any Engineered Grading as described in Section J104 shall be performed by a contractor licensed by the State of California to perform the work described herein. Regular grading less than 5,000 cubic yards may require a licensed contractor if the Building Official determines that special conditions or hazards exist.

J103.2 Exemptions. A grading permit shall not be required for the following:

1. When approved by the Building Official, grading in an isolated, self-contained area, provided there is no danger to the public, and that such grading will not adversely affect adjoining properties.

2. Excavation for the construction of a structure permitted under this code. 19 3. Cemetery graves.

4. Excavations for wells, or trenches for utilities.

5. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a Soils Engineer or Engineering Geologist. This shall not exempt grading of access roads or pads created for exploratory excavations. Exploratory excavations must be restored to existing conditions, unless approved by the Building Official.

6. An excavation that is not within a known landslide area and is less than 50 cubic yards (38.3 m3) and complies with one of the following conditions:
a) Is less than 2 feet (610 mm) in depth, or
b) Does not create a cut slope greater than 5 feet (1524 mm) measured vertically upward from the cut surface to the surface of the natural grade and is not steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50% slope).

7. A fill not intended to support a structure and that is not within a known landslide area and which does not obstruct a drainage course and complies with one of the following conditions:
a) is less than 1 foot (305 mm) in depth and is placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical in (20% slope), b) is less than 3 feet (914 mm) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, and does not exceed 50 cubic yards and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50% slope), or
c) is less than 5 feet (1524 mm) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, and does not exceed 20 cubic yards and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50% slope).
20 8. Exemption from the permit requirements of this appendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.

J103.3 Unpermitted Grading. A person shall not own, use, occupy or maintain any site containing unpermitted grading. For the purposes of this Code, unpermitted grading shall be defined as any grading that was performed, at any point in time, without the required permit(s) having first been obtained from the Building Official, pursuant to Section 103.1.

J103.4 Availability of Permit at Site. No person shall perform any grading for which a permit is required under this chapter unless a copy of the grading permit and approved grading plans is in the possession of a responsible person and available at the site.

J103.5 Grading Plan Review, Inspection and Permit Fees. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the City of Santa Barbara’s most currently adopted fee schedule.

J103.6 Grading Security. The Building Official may require a security in such form and amounts as may be deemed necessary to ensure that the work, if not completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, will be corrected to eliminate hazardous conditions. If required, a permit shall not be issued for grading unless the owner posts with the Building Official a security in one of the following forms:

1. A bond furnished by a corporate surety authorized to do business in this state.

2. A cash bond.

3. Savings and loan certificates or shares deposited and assigned to the City 21 of Santa Barbara.

4. An instrument of credit from a financial institution subject to regulation by the State or Federal government and pledging that the funds necessary to carry out the grading are on deposit and guaranteed for payment, or a letter of credit issued by such a financial institution.

5. Where unusual conditions or special hazards exist, the Building Official may require security for grading involving less than 1,000 cubic yards (764.6 m3). Security required by this Section may include incidental off-site grading on property contiguous with the site to be developed, provided written consent of the owner of such contiguous property is filed with the Building Official.

6. The Building Official may waive the requirements for a security for:
a) Grading being done by or for a governmental agency.
b) Grading necessary to remove a geotechnical hazard, where such work is covered by an agreement and security posted pursuant to the provisions of the City’s "Subdivision Ordinance”.
c) Minor grading on a site, not exceeding a slope of 3 horizontal to 1 vertical, provided such grading as determined by the Building Official will not affect drainage from or to adjacent properties.
d) Filling of holes or depressions, provided such grading will not affect the drainage from or to adjacent properties, or affect a rare, threatened or endangered species or its habitat, or other sensitive habitat.

J103.6.1 Amount of Security. The amount of security shall be based on the number of cubic yards of material in either excavation or fill, whichever is greater, plus the cost of all drainage or other protective devices or work necessary to eliminate geotechnical hazards. That portion of the security valuation based on the volume of material in either excavation or fill shall be computed as follows:

1. 100,000 cubic yards or less - 50 percent of the estimated cost of grading work.

2. Over 100,000 cubic yards - 50 percent of the cost of the first 100,000 cubic yards plus 25 percent of the estimated cost of that portion in excess of 100,000 cubic yards.

3. When the rough grading has been completed in conformance with the requirements of this code, the Building Official may at his or her discretion consent to a proportionate reduction of the security to an amount estimated to be adequate to ensure completion of the grading work, site development or planting remaining to be performed.

The costs referred to in this section shall be as estimated by the Building Official.

J103.6.2 Conditions. All security shall include the conditions that the principal shall:

1. Comply with all of the provisions of this code, applicable laws, and ordinances;
22 2. Comply with all of the terms and conditions of the grading permit; and

3. Complete all of the work authorized by the permit.

J103.6.3 Term of Security. The term of each security shall begin upon the filing thereof with the Building Official and the security shall remain in effect until the work authorized by the grading permit is completed and approved by the Building Official.

J103.6.4 Default Procedures. In the event the owner or the owner's agent shall fail to complete the work or fail to comply with all terms and conditions of the grading permit, it shall be deemed a default has occurred. The Building Official shall give notice thereof to the principal and security or financial institution on the grading permit security, or to the owner in the case of a cash deposit or assignment, and may order the work required to complete the grading in conformance with the requirements of this code be performed.

The surety or financial institution executing the security shall continue to be firmly bound under an obligation up to the full amount of the security, for the payment of all necessary costs and expenses that may be incurred by the Building Official in causing any and all such required work to be done. In the case of a cash deposit or assignment, the unused portion of such deposit or funds assigned shall be returned or reassigned to the person making said deposit or assignment.

J103.6.5 Right of Entry. The Building Official or the authorized representative of the surety company or financial institution shall have access to the premises described in the permit for the purpose of inspecting the work.

In the event of default in the performance of any term or condition of the permit, the surety or financial institution or the Building Official, or any person employed or engaged in the behalf of any of these parties, shall have the right to go upon the premises to perform the required work.

The owner or any other person who interferes with or obstructs the ingress to or egress from any such premises, of any authorized representative of the surety or financial institution or of the City of Santa Barbara engaged in the correction or completion of the work for which a grading permit has been issued, after a default has occurred in the performance of the terms or conditions thereof, is guilty of a misdemeanor.

SECTION J104 PERMIT APPLICATION AND SUBMITTALS
J104.1 Submittal requirements. In addition to the provisions of Sections J106 and J107, the applicant shall state the estimated quantities of excavation and fill.

J104.2 Site plan requirements. In addition to the provisions of Section J106, a grading plan shall show the existing grade and finished grade in contour intervals of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work and show in detail that it complies with the requirements of this code. The plans shall show the existing grade on adjoining properties in sufficient detail to identify how grade changes will conform to the requirements of this code.
23 J104.2.1 Grading Designation. Grading in excess of 5,000 cubic yards or for the support of a structure shall be performed in accordance with the approved grading plan prepared bya civil engineer, and shall be designated as “engineered grading.” Grading involving less than 5,000 cubic yards (3825 m3) shall be designated “regular grading” unless the permittee chooses to have the grading performed as engineered grading, or the Building Official determines that special conditions or unusual hazards exist, in which case grading shall conform to the requirements for engineered grading.

J104.2.2 Regular Grading Requirements. In addition to the provisions of Section J106 and Section J104.2, an application for a regular grading permit shall be accompanied by three sets of plans in sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and signed by an individual licensed by the state to prepare such plans or specifications.

Plans shall be drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that they will conform to the provisions of this code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Each sheet of each set of plans shall give location of the work, the name and address of the owner, and the person by whom they were prepared.

The plans shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following information:

1. A vicinity map showing the proposed site.

2. Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain and area drainage.

3. Limiting dimensions, elevations or finish contours to be achieved by the grading, and proposed drainage channels and related construction.

4. Location of any buildings or structures on the property where the work is to be performed and the location of any buildings or structures on land of adjacent owners that are within 100 feet of the property in any direction.

5. Erosion/Sedimentation, all relevant storm water pollution prevention measures, and dust control provisions are required to be shown on the grading plan in accordance with the requirements of Sections J110, J111 & 112 of this appendix.

J104.2.3 Engineered Grading Requirements. In addition to the provisions of Sections J104.2 and J106, an application for an engineered grading permit shall be accompanied by specifications and supporting data consisting of a soils engineering report and engineering geology report. The plans and specifications shall be prepared and signed by an individual licensed by the state to prepare such plans or specifications 24 when required by the Building Official.

Specifications shall contain information covering construction and material requirements.

Plans shall be drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that they will conform to the provisions of this code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Each plan drawing shall give location of the work, the name and address of the owner, and the person by whom they were prepared.

In addition to the plans required for Regular Grading Permits, the plans for Engineered Grading Permits shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following information:

6. Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices, walls, cribbing, dams and other protective devices to be constructed with, or as a part of, the proposed work, together with a map showing the drainage area and the estimated runoff of the area served by any drains.

7. Recommendations included in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report shall be incorporated in the grading plans or specifications. When approved by the Building Official, specific recommendations contained in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report, which are applicable to grading, may be included by reference.

8. The dates of the soils engineering and engineering geology reports together with the names, addresses and phone numbers of the firms or individuals who prepared the reports.

9. A statement of the quantities of material to be excavated and/or filled and the amount of such material to be imported to, or exported from the site.

10. A statement of the estimated starting and completion dates for work covered by the permit.

11. A statement signed by the owner acknowledging that a field engineer, soils engineer and engineering geologist, when appropriate, will be employed to perform the services required by this code, whenever approval of the plans and issuance of the permit are to be based on the condition that such professional persons be so employed.

12. Erosion/Sedimentation, Storm water, and dust control provisions are required to be shown on the grading plan in accordance with the requirement of sections J110, J111 & J112 of this appendix.

13. A drainage plan for that portion of a lot or parcel to be utilized as a 25 building site (building pad), including elevations of floors with respect to finish site grade and locations of proposed stoops, slabs and fences that may affect drainage.

14. Location and type of any proposed private sewage disposal system.

15. Location of existing utilities and drainage facilities and recorded easements. (public and private).

16. Location of all flood zones as designated and defined in Title 44, Code of Federal Regulations.

J104.3 Soils Engineering Report. The soils engineering report required by Section J104.2.2 shall include data regarding the nature, distribution and strength of existing soils, conclusions and recommendations for grading procedures and design criteria for corrective measures, including buttress fills, when necessary, and opinion on adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading as affected by soils engineering factors, including the stability of slopes. All reports shall conform with the requirements of this Code and shall be subject to review by the Building Official.

Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary. Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.

J104.4 Engineering Geology Report. The engineering geology report required by Section J104.2.2 shall include an adequate description of the geology of the site, conclusions and recommendations regarding the effect of geologic conditions on the proposed development, and opinion on the adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading, as affected by geologic factors. The engineering geology report shall include a geologic map and cross sections utilizing the most recent grading plan as a base. All reports shall conform with the requirements of this Code and shall be subject to review by the Building Official. Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary. Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.

Exception: A soils engineering or engineering geology report is not required where the Building Official determines that the nature of the work applied for is such that a report is not necessary.

J104.5 Liquefaction study. A geotechnical investigation may be required when the proposed work is a “Project” as defined in California Public Resources Code section 2693, and is located in an area designated as a “Seismic Hazard Zone” as defined in Title 14, Section 3722 of California Code of Regulations on Seismic Hazard Zone Maps issued by the State Geologist under Public Resources Code section 2696.

Exception: A liquefaction study is not required where the Building Official determines from established local data that the liquefaction potential is low.

SECTION J105 INSPECTION
26 J105.1 General. Grading inspections shall be governed by Section J105 of this Appendix J as indicated herein and by the Santa Barbara Municipal Code 22.85 (Erosion and Sedimentation Control Standards for Construction) and 22.87 (Storm Water Management). Grading operations for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the Building Official, City Creeks Division and/or the City Engineer depending upon the hazards that the grading presents. Private professional inspection of grading operations shall be provided by a licensed Civil Engineer, Soils Engineer and/or the Engineering Geologist retained to provide such services in accordance with this Section for engineered grading and as required by the Building Official.

All field inspections of grading that are recommended by the Project Engineer or required by the Building Official shall be specifically called out on the cover sheet of the plans where the other special inspections are noted.

J105.2 Special and Supplemental inspections. The special inspection requirements of Section 1705.6 shall apply to work performed under a grading permit where required by the Building Official. In addition to the called inspections specified in Section J105, the Building Official may make such other inspections as may be deemed necessary to determine that the work is being performed in conformance with the requirements of this code. Investigations and reports by an approved soil testing agency, Soils Engineer and/or Engineering Geologist, and Field Engineer may be required. Inspection reports shall be provided when requested by the Building Official.

Inspection of drainage devices by the Field Engineer in accordance with this section may be required when the Building Official determines the drainage devices are necessary for the protection of the structures in accordance with this code.

J105.3 Field Engineer Inspections. When required, the field engineer shall provide professional inspection within such engineer’s area of technical specialty, oversee and coordinate all field surveys, set grade stakes, and provide site inspections during grading operations to ensure the site is graded in accordance with the approved grading plan and the appropriate requirements of this code. During site grading, and at the completion of both rough grading and final grading, the field engineer shall submit statements and reports required by Sections J105.11 and J105.12. If revised grading plans are required during the course of the work, they shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer and submitted to the Building Official for review and approval by the Building Official.

J105.4 Soils Engineer Inspections. When required, the Soils Engineer shall provide professional inspection within such engineer’s area of technical specialty, which shall include observation during grading and testing for required compaction. The Soils Engineer shall provide sufficient observation during the preparation of the natural ground and placement and compaction of the fill to verify that such work is being performed in accordance with the conditions of the approved plan and the appropriate requirements of this chapter. Revised recommendations relating to conditions differing from the approved soils engineering and engineering geology reports shall be submitted to the permittee, the Building Official and the Field Engineer.
27 J105.5 Engineering Geologist Inspection. When required, the Engineering Geologist shall provide professional inspection within such engineer’s area of technical specialty, which shall include professional inspection of the bedrock excavation to determine if conditions encountered are in conformance with the approved report. Revised recommendations relating to conditions differing from the approved engineering geology report shall be submitted to the soils engineer.

J105.6 Permittee. The permittee shall be responsible for the work to be performed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and in conformance with the provisions of this code. The permittee shall engage project consultants, if required, to provide professional inspections on a timely basis. The permittee shall act as a coordinator between the project consultants, the contractor and the Building Official. In the event of changed conditions, the permittee shall be responsible for informing the Building Official of such change and shall provide revised plans for approval.

J105.7 Building Official Inspections. The Building Official shall be called to inspect the project site at the stages of work shown below. Failure to obtain City inspection approval before covering the work may result in any or all of the following: Issuance of an administrative citations without first having to issue a notice of violation, re-inspection fees, and/or excavation/uncovering of the uninspected work.

1. Pregrade. Before any construction or grading activities occur at the site; the permittee shall schedule a pre-grade inspection with the Building Official. The permittee is responsible for coordinating that all project consultants are present at the pre-grade inspection. All pre-grading storm water pollution prevention and erosion/sedimentation measures must be in place and ready for inspection.

2. Initial. When the site has been cleared of vegetation and unapproved fill and it has been scarified, benched or otherwise prepared for fill. No fill shall have been placed prior to this inspection. All storm water pollution prevention and erosion/sedimentation measures shall be updated and installed.

3. Rough. When approximate final elevations have been established; drainage terraces, swales and other drainage devices necessary for the protection of the building sites from flooding are installed; berms installed at the top of the slopes; and the statements required by Section J105.12 have been received.

4. Interim. The permit applicant shall request inspections from the City prior to covering elements of the permanent (post-construction) storm water pollution prevention system(s).

5. Final. When grading has been completed; all drainage devices necessary to drain the building pad and project site are installed; slope planting established, irrigation systems installed; and the as-graded plans and required statements and reports have been submitted and stamped approved by the Building Official. 28 J105.8 Notification of Noncompliance. If, in the course of fulfilling their respective duties under this chapter, the Field Engineer, the Soils Engineer or the Engineering Geologist finds that the work is not being done in conformance with this chapter or the approved grading plans, the discrepancies and corrective measures which should be taken shall be reported immediately in writing to the permittee and to the Building Official.

J105.9 Transfer of Responsibility. If the Field Engineer, the Soils Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist of record is changed during grading, the work shall be stopped until the replacement has agreed in writing to accept their responsibility within the area of technical competence for approval upon completion of the work. It shall be the duty of the permittee to notify the Building Official in writing of such change prior to the recommencement of such grading.

J105.10 Non-inspected grading. No person shall own, use, occupy or maintain any non-inspected grading. For the purposes of this code, non-inspected grading shall be defined as any grading for which a grading permit was first obtained, pursuant to Section J103, supra, but which has progressed beyond any point requiring inspection and approval by the Building Official without such inspection and approval having been obtained.

J105.11 Routine Field Inspections and Reports. Unless waived by the Building Official, routine inspection reports shall be provided by the Field Engineer for all engineered grading projects. The Field Engineer shall file these reports, with the Building Official as follows:

1. Bi-weekly during all times when grading of 400 cubic yards or more per week is active on the site;

2. Monthly, at all other times; and

3. At any time when requested in writing by the Building Official.

Such reports shall certify to the Building Official that the Field Engineer has inspected the grading site and related activities and has found them in compliance with the approved grading plans, the building code, grading permit conditions, storm water pollution prevention measures, and other applicable ordinances and requirements.

J105.12 Completion of work. Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, the following reports and drawings and supplements thereto are required to be delivered to the Building Official before final inspection approval:

1. An as–built grading plan prepared by the Field Engineer retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.3 showing all plan revisions as approved by the Building Official. This shall include original ground surface elevations, as–graded ground surface elevations, lot drainage patterns, and the locations and elevations of surface drainage facilities, all installed components of post-construction storm water pollution prevention systems, and the outlets of subsurface drains. Post-construction storm water pollution prevention system components can also be certified by the project 29 Qualified Storm Water Developer (QSD) and forwarded to the City by the Field Engineer.

As–constructed locations, elevations and details of subsurface drains shall be shown as reported by the soils engineer.

2. The Field Engineer shall state in a report to the Building Official, that to the best of their knowledge, the grading work was done in accordance with the final, City approved, grading plan.

3. A report shall be prepared by the Soils Engineer, retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.4. That report shall include:
a. Locations and elevations of field density tests
b. Summaries of field and laboratory tests
c. Other substantiating data
d. Comments on any changes made during grading and their effect on the recommendations made in the approved soils engineering investigation report
e. A statement that, to the best of their knowledge, the work within their area of responsibilities is in accordance with the approved soils engineering report and applicable provisions of this chapter. The report shall contain a finding regarding the safety of the completed grading and any proposed structures subject to a known landslide, settlement, or slippage hazard.

4. A report shall be prepared by the Engineering Geologist, retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.5. That report shall include:
a. A final description of the geology of the site
b. Any new information disclosed during the grading and the effect of same on recommendations incorporated in the approved grading plan and their anticipated effect on any post-construction storm water pollution prevention system(s).
c. A statement that, to the best of their knowledge, the grading work is in accordance with the approved engineering geologist report, applicable provisions of this chapter, and any City approved as–built plans and specifications.

J105.13 Notification of completion. The permittee shall notify the Building Official when the grading operation is ready for final inspection. Final approval shall not be given until all work, including installation of all drainage facilities and their protective devices, and all erosion–control measures have been completed in accordance with the final approved grading plan, and the required reports have been submitted and approved.

SECTION J106 EXCAVATIONS
J106.1 General. Unless otherwise recommended in the approved soils engineering or engineering geology report, cuts shall conform to the provisions of this section. 30 In the absence of an approved soils engineering or engineering geology report, these provisions may be waived, as approved by the Building Official, for minor cuts not intended to support structures nor subject to a surcharge.

J106.2 Maximum slope. The slope of cut surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use and shall be no steeper than 2 units horizontal in 1 unit vertical (50% slope) unless the permittee furnishes a soils engineering or an engineering geology report, or both, stating that the site has been investigated and giving an opinion that a cut at a steeper slope will be stable and not create a hazard to public or private property in conformance with the requirements of Section J111.

The Building Official may require the excavation to be made with a cut face flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical if the Building Official finds it necessary for stability and safety.

J106.3 Slope Surface Protection. All slopes must be stabilized against surface erosion. Stabilization may be accomplished through the application of erosion control blankets, soil stabilizers or other means as approved by the Building Official.

J106.4 Drainage. Drainage, including drainage terraces and overflow protection, shall be provided as required by Section J109.

SECTION J107 FILLS
J107.1 General. Unless otherwise recommended in the approved soils engineering report, fills shall conform to the provisions of this section. In the absence of an approved soils engineering report and if approved by the Building Official, these provisions may be waived for minor fills not intended to support structures.

J107.2 Preparation of Ground. Fill slopes shall not be constructed on natural slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal in 1 unit vertical (50% slope). The ground surface shall be prepared to receive fill by removing vegetation, non-complying fill, topsoil and other unsuitable materials scarifying to provide a bond with the new fill and, where slopes are steeper than 5 units horizontal in 1 unit vertical (20% slope) and the height is greater than 5 feet, benching into sound bedrock or other competent material shall be provided as a minimum in accordance with Figure J107.2 or as determined by the soils engineer. The bench under the toe of a fill on a slope steeper than 5 units horizontal in 1 unit vertical (20% slope) shall be at least 10 feet wide. The area beyond the toe of fill shall be sloped for sheet overflow or a paved drain shall be provided.

When fill is to be placed over a cut, the bench under the toe of fill shall be at least 10 feet wide but the cut shall be made before placing the fill and acceptance by the Soils Engineer or Engineering Geologist or both as a suitable foundation for fill. 31 FIGURE J107.2 BENCHING DETAILS
J107.3 Subdrains. Except where recommended by the Soils Engineer or Engineering Geologist as not being necessary, subdrains shall be provided under all fills placed in natural drainage courses and in other locations where seepage is evident. Such subdrainage systems shall be of a material and design approved by the Soils Engineer and acceptable to the Building Official, City Engineer and/or City Creeks Division Manager according to the relevant hazards present. The permittee shall provide continuous inspection during the process of subdrain installation to conform with approved plans and Engineering Geologist’s and Soils Engineer’s recommendation. Such inspection shall be done by the soil testing agency. The location of the subdrains shall be shown on a plan by the Soils Engineer. Excavations for the subdrains shall be inspected by the Engineering Geologist when such subdrains are included in the recommendations of the Engineering Geologist
J107.4 Fill Material. Detrimental amounts of organic material shall not be permitted in fills. Unless approved by the Building Official, no rock or similar irreducible material with a maximum dimension greater than 12 inches shall be buried or placed in fills. 32 EXCEPTION: The Building Official may permit placement of larger rock when the soils engineer properly devises a method of placement, and continuously inspects its placement and approves the fill stability. The following conditions shall also apply:

1. Prior to issuance of the grading permit, potential rock disposal areas shall be delineated on the grading plan.

2. Rock sizes greater than 12 inches in maximum dimension shall be 10 feet or more below grade, measured vertically.

3. Rocks shall be placed so as to assure filling of all voids with well–graded soil.

4. The reports submitted by the soils engineer shall acknowledge the placement of the oversized material and whether the work was performed in accordance with the engineer's recommendations and the approved plans.

5. The location of oversized rock dispersal areas shall be shown on the asbuilt plan.

J107.5 Compaction. All fills shall be compacted to a minimum of 90 percent of maximum density. Fills shall be compacted throughout their full extent to a minimum relative compaction of 90 percent of maximum dry density within 40 feet below finished grade and 93 percent of maximum dry density deeper than 40 feet below finished grade, unless a lower relative compaction (not less than 90 percent of maximum dry density) is justified by the soils engineer. The relative compaction shall be determined by A.S.T.M. soil compaction test D1557 where applicable. Where not applicable, a test acceptable to the Building Official shall be used, unless the owner furnishes a soils engineering report conforming with the requirements of Section J104.3, stating that the site has been investigated and giving an opinion that a fill at a steeper slope will be stable and not create a hazard to public or private property. Substantiating calculations and supporting data may be required where the Building Official determines that such information is necessary to verify the stability and safety of the proposed slope. The Building Official may require the fill slope be constructed with a face flatter in slope than two horizontal to one vertical if the Building Official finds it necessary for stability and safety.

Field density shall be determined by the Sand Cone Method unless another method is specifically required by the Civil Engineer of record or the City official responsible for public safety.

Fill slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical shall be constructed by the placement of soil a sufficient distance beyond the proposed finish slope to allow compaction equipment to operate at the outer surface limits of the final slope surface. The excess fill shall be removed prior to completion or rough grading. Other construction procedures may be utilized when it is first shown to the satisfaction of the Building Official that the angle of slope, construction method and other factors will accomplish the intent 33 of this Section.

J107.4 Maximum Slope. The slope of fill surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use. Fill slopes shall be no steeper than 2 units horizontal in 1 unit vertical (50% slope).

J107.5 Slopes to Receive Fill. Where fill is to be placed above the top of an existing slope steeper than 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical, the toe of the fill shall be set back from the top edge of the slope a minimum distance of 6 feet measured horizontally or such other distance as may be specifically recommended by a Soil Engineer or Engineering Geologist and approved by the Building Official.

J107.6 Inspection of Fill. For engineered grading, the Soils Engineer shall provide sufficient inspections during the preparation of the natural ground and the placement and compaction of the fill to be satisfied that the work is being performed in accordance with the conditions of plan approval and the appropriate requirements of this chapter. In addition to the above, the Soils Engineer shall be present during the entire fill placement and compaction of fills that will exceed a vertical height or depth of 30 feet (9144 mm) or result in a slope surface steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical.

J107.6 Testing of Fills. Sufficient tests of the fill soils shall be made to determine the density thereof and to verify compliance of the soil properties with the design requirements, including soil types and shear strengths in accordance with the standards established by the Civil Engineer of record and approved by the Building Official.

SECTION J108 SETBACKS
J108.1 General. Cut and fill slopes shall be set back from the property lines in accordance with this section. Setback dimensions shall be horizontal distances measured perpendicular to the property line and shall be as shown in Figure J108.1, unless substantiating data is submitted justifying reduced setbacks.

J108.2 Top of slope. The setback at the top of a cut slope shall not be less than that shown in Figure J108.1, or than is required to accommodate any required interceptor drains, whichever is greater.
34 FIGURE J108.1

DRAINAGEDIMENSIONS
J108.3 Toe of Fill Slope. The toe of fill slope shall be made not nearer to the site boundary line than one half the height of the slope with a minimum of 2 feet (610 mm) and a maximum of 20 feet (6096 mm). Where required to protect adjacent properties at the toe of a slope from adverse effects of the grading, additional protection, approved by the Building Official, shall be included. Such protection may include but shall not be limited to:

1. Setbacks greater than those required by Figure J108.1.

2. Provisions for retaining walls or similar construction.

3. Erosion protection of the fill slopes.

4. Provision for the control of surface waters.

J108.4 Alternate Setbacks. The Building Official may approve alternate setbacks.

The Building Official may require an investigation and recommendation by a qualified Civil Engineer or Geologist to demonstrate that the intent of this section has been satisfied.

SECTION J109 DRAINAGE AND TERRACING
J109.1 General. Unless otherwise recommended by a registered design professional, 35 and approved by the Building Official, drainage facilities and terracing shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of this Section and Santa Barbara Municipal Code

22.87 (Storm Water Management).

Exception: Drainage facilities and terracing only need not be provided where the ground slope is not steeper than 3 horizontal to 1 vertical (33 percent). Compliance with Santa Barbara Municipal Code 22.87 remains applicable.

J109.2 Drainage Terraces. Drainage terraces and their drainage systems shall be designed by a licensed Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official. Suitable access shall be provided to permit proper cleaning and maintenance. Downdrains and drainage outlets shall be of approved materials and of adequate capacity to convey the intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5.

J109.3 Interceptor drains and overflow protection. Berms, interceptor drains or other devices shall be provided at the top of cut or fill slopes to prevent surface waters from overflowing onto and damaging the face of a slope. Discharge from the drain shall not create a nuisance condition.

J109.4 Drainage across property lines. Surface drainage across property lines shall not exceed that which existed prior to grading. Excess or concentrated drainage shall be contained on site or directed to an approved drainage facility. Erosion of the ground in the area of discharge shall be prevented by installation of non-erosive down drains or other devices.

J109.5 Disposal. All drainage facilities shall be designed in accordance with J109.5 and Chapters 22.85 and 22.87 of this Code. Erosion of ground in the area of discharge shall be prevented by installation of non-erosive down drains or other devices. De-silting basins, filter barriers or other methods, as approved by the Building Official and/or the Public Works Director, shall be utilized to remove sediments from surface waters before such waters are allowed to enter streets, storm drains or natural watercourses. If the drainage device discharges onto natural ground, riprap or a similar energy dissipater may be required.

Building pads shall have a drainage gradient of 2 percent toward approved drainage facilities, a public street or drainage structure approved to receive storm waters unless waived by the Building Official. A lesser slope may be approved by the Building Official for sites graded in relatively flat terrain, or where special drainage provisions are made, when the building official finds such modification will not result in unfavorable drainage conditions.

SECTION J110 SLOPE PLANTING AND EROSION CONTROL
J110.1 General. Under no circumstances will the observable erosion of one parcel be allowed to enter the boundaries of another parcel or public way. The faces of cut and fill slopes shall be prepared and maintained to control erosion. This control shall consist of effective planting, erosion control blankets, soil stabilizers or other means as approved by the Building Official.
36 Exception: Erosion control measures need not be provided on cut slopes not subject to erosion due to the erosion-resistant character of the materials as determined by the project Geologist and approved by the Building Official.

SECTION J111 NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) COMPLIANCE
J111.1 General. All grading plans and permits shall comply with the provisions of this section for NPDES compliance including the owner of any property on which grading has been performed and which requires a grading permit under Section J103.

J111.2 Erosion/Sedimentation Control Plan (ESCP). No grading permit shall be issued unless the plans for such work include an Erosion/Sedimentation Control Plan, that conforms to the Erosion/Sedimentation Control Policy of the City of Santa Barbara’s Building & Safety Division, with details of best management practices, including desilting basins or other temporary drainage or control measures, or both, as may be necessary to control construction-related pollutants which originate from the site as a result of construction related activities. Sites which have been graded and which requires a grading permit under Section J103 are subject to penalties and fines per Section J111.4 All best management practices shall be installed before grading begins. As grading progresses, all best management practices shall be updated as necessary to prevent erosion and control constructed related pollutants from discharging from the site. All best management practices shall be maintained in good working order to the satisfaction of the Building Official unless final grading approval has been granted by the Building Official and all permanent drainage and erosion control systems, if required, are in place.

J111.4 Erosion/Sedimentation Control Plan, Effect of Noncompliance. Should the owner fail to install the best management practices required by Section J111.2, it shall be deemed that a default has occurred under the conditions of the grading permit security.

There upon, the Building Official may enter the property for the purpose of installing, by City forces or by other means, the drainage, erosion control and other devices shown on the approved plans, or if there are no approved plans, as the Building Official may deem necessary to protect adjoining property from the effects of erosion, flooding, or the deposition of mud, debris or constructed related pollutants, or the Building Official may cause the owner to be prosecuted as a violator of this Code or may take both actions.

The Building Official shall have the authority to issue administrative penalties pursuant to as Santa Barbara Municipal Code 1.25 upon determining that the site is non-compliant.

Payment of penalty shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this Code in the execution of the work.

If the best management practices for storm water pollution prevention are not installed as prescribed in Section J111.2 and approved by the Building Official, the following penalties shall be imposed:
37 Grading Permit Volume Penalty:
1--10,000 cubic yards (1--7645.5 m3) = $500.00 per day per violation 10,001--100,000 cubic yards (7646.3--76455 m3) = $750.00 per day per violation
More than 100,000 cubic yards (76455 m3) = $1,000.00 per day per violation NOTE: See Section J108 for inspection request requirements.

SECTION J112 DUST CONTROL
Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District's dust control measures identified as “Construction Impact Mitigation: PM10 Mitigation Measures” in SBCAPCD's “Scope and Content of Air Quality Sections in Environmental Documents” shall be adhered to during all ground disturbing activities.

SECTION J113 REFERENCED STANDARDS
These regulations establish minimum standards and are not intended to prevent the use of alternate materials, methods or means of conforming to such standards, provided such alternate has been approved.

The Building Official shall approve such an alternate provided he or she finds that the alternate is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this Code in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.

The Building Official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claims regarding the alternate.

The standards listed below are recognized standards. Compliance with these standards is mandatory unless specifically exempted by the Building Official.

1. Testing.
a) ASTM D 1557, Laboratory Characteristics Compaction of Soil Using Modified Effort
b) ASTM D 1556, Density and Unit Weight of Soils In Place by the Sand Cone Method
c) ASTM D 2167, Density and Unit Weight of Soils In Place by the Rubber-- Balloon Method
d) ASTM D 2937, Density of Soils in Place by the Drive--Cylinder Method e) ASTM D 2922, Density of Soil and Soil Aggregate In Place by Nuclear Methods
f) ASTM D 3017, Water Content of Soil and Rock in Place by Nuclear Methods 38 SECTION 3. Section 22.04.025 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.4.25 Amendments to California Residential Code
The 2025 California Residential Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.025.

A. Section 105.1.1 is added to read as follows:

R105.1.1 Demolition Permits. Building permits shall be required to demolish any building, portion of a building, or structure within the City of Santa Barbara and shall be subject to the following conditions:

1. The applicant shall ensure all utility connections have been removed by the appropriate utility providers, except such utility services that are approved for use in connection with the work of the demolition. The applicant shall provide verification from the utility providers that utility service has been disconnected.

2. All resulting building debris, trash, junk, vegetation, dead organic matter, rodent harborage, or combustible material that constitutes a threat to life, health, or property, or is detrimental to the public welfare or which may reduce adjacent property value shall be removed from the site within thirty (30) days after the demolition of the structure.

3. All demolition debris must be managed and handled in accordance with the City’s Environmental Services Division regulations and guidelines.

B. Section R105.2 is amended to read as follows:

Section R105.2 Work exempt from permit. Permits shall not be required for the following. Exemption from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. (Note - For work, other than work involving, or accessory to, detached one- and two-family dwellings or townhouses, see Section 105.2 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended):

Building:

1. Other than storm shelters, one-story detached residential accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses, portable and fixed playground equipment, bicycle or skateboard ramps and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the height does not exceed 10 feet at the highest point; and further provided the structure does not encroach into required setbacks or required open yards, does not obstruct required parking, and is not served by any utilities. The combined square footage of exempt accessory structures may not exceed 200 square 39 feet on any single parcel.

2. Residential fences and walls not exceeding five (5) feet in height, as measured in a vertical line from the lowest point of contact with the ground directly adjacent to both sides of the fence to the highest point of the fence along said vertical line, provided that such fences and walls are constructed in compliance with the City’s Fence and Hedge Ordinance

3. Residential retaining walls, and non-retaining walls, including masonry and concrete walls, not exceeding 4 feet in height as measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, are exempt form a permit unless the wall (a) supports a surcharge, or (b) impounds flammable liquids, or (c) is installed on a slope of twenty percent (20%) or greater.

4. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.

5. New, replaced or altered uncovered residential platforms, decks, porches, walks, patios, flatwork (other than parking areas and driveways) exceeding 10 inches in height above adjacent grade that are, not located over any basement or story below, and not part of the means of egress from a normally occupied interior space.

6. Interior painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, counter tops and similar finish work.

7. Prefabricated swimming pools that are less than 24” deep.

8. Ground mounted radio, television and other masts or antenna or dish shaped communication reception or transmitting structures less than 3 feet in diameter, which do not extend more than 15 feet above grade and are not served by electrical circuits regulated under the National Electrical Code NEC). Light- weight roof-mounted radio, television, and other masts or antenna or dish shaped communication reception or transmitting structures less than 2 feet in diameter, which do not extend more than 15 feet above the roof, are not served by electrical circuits regulated under the NEC, and which are not subject to design review by the Architectural Board of Review, Historic Landmarks Commission, or Single Family Design Board.

Electrical:

1. Listed cord-and-plug connected temporary decorative lighting.

2. Reinstallation of attachment plug receptacles but not the outlets

3. Replacement of branch circuit over current devices of the required capacity in the same location.

4. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, apparatus, or equipment operating at less than 25 volts and not capable of supplying more than 50 watts of energy.

5. Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
40 Gas:

1. Portable heating, cooking or clothes drying appliance.

2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.

3. Portable-fuel-cell appliances that are not connected to a fixed piping system and are not interconnected to a power grid.

Mechanical:

1. Portable heating appliance.

2. Portable ventilation equipment.

3. Portable cooling unit.

4. Steam, hot- or chilled-water piping within any heating or cooling equipment regulated by this code.

5. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make such equipment unsafe.

6. Portable evaporative cooler.

7. Self-contained refrigeration system containing 10 pounds or less of refrigerant or that are actuated by motors of 1 horsepower or less.

Plumbing:

1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, that if any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective and it becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with the new material, such work shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made as provided in this code.

2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and the removal and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve or require the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures.

C. Section R105.5 “Expiration” is amended to read as follows:

R105.5 Expiration. Unless extended by the Building Official, every permit issued shall become invalid without notice provided when the following occurs:

1. The work on the site, authorized by such permit, is not commenced within 180 days of the permit issuance date, or

2. During any period of more than 180 days after permit issuance, the work on site does not receive a City Inspection approval for any one of the inspections found in Section 109.

Prior to the permit expiration above, when requested in writing, the Building Official may grant administrative permit extensions for circumstances out of the permit holder’s control that caused the construction to stop. However, no permit will be active for more than 6 years.

D. Section R112 “Board of Appeals” is deleted and replaced with the following:
41 R112.1 General. Appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official shall be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Section 113 of the 2 0 2 5 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section

22.04.020 of this Code.

E. Section R115 “Post-Damage Assessment” is added to read as follows:

R115 Post-Damage Assessment. After a disaster, residential buildings subject to this Code shall be assessed for damage and placarded in accordance with Chapter 22.09 of this Code.

F. Section R309.1 “Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems” is amended to read as follows:

R309.1 Townhouse automatic fire sprinkler systems. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in new townhouses and one- and two- family dwellings.

R309.1.1 Design and installation. Automatic residential fire sprinkler systems for townhouses and one- and two- family dwellings shall be designed and installed in accordance with Section R309.3 or NFPA 13D.

G. Section R309.2 One- and two- family dwellings automatic fire sprinkler systems” is amended to read as follows:

R309.2 One- and two-family dwellings automatic sprinkler systems.

An automatic sprinkler shall be installed in all one- and two-family dwellings.

R309.2.1 Design and Installation. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with Section R309 or NFPA13D.

R309.2.2 City of Santa Barbara Local Requirements. Approved sprinkler systems shall be provided throughout a building in connection with the projects or changes of occupancy listed in this Section R309.1 through 309.2.51 or as specified elsewhere in this Section R309, whichever is more protective.

R309.2.3 Additions to or Remodels of Townhouse or One- and Two-family residences.

A. Sprinkler Requirement.

Automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed when an addition of floor area, or a modification or alteration of the interior, is made to an existing building containing a Group R, Division 3 occupancy or a townhouse, where the floor area of the portion of the building that is added, modified, or altered exceeds seventy-five percent (75%) of the existing floor area of the building. For purposes of this section, all modifications or alterations to an existing building occurring on or after September 11, 2009 shall be aggregated toward the seventy-five percent (75%) threshold, measured against the total 42 existing floor area of the building.

B. Aggregate Alterations or Modifications.

For purposes of determining whether the seventy-five percent (75%) threshold has been met, the following aggregate alterations or modifications shall apply:

1. Exterior Walls.

Alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction, and/or replacement of seventy-five percent (75%) or more of the existing exterior walls of the building or structure.

2. Reconfiguration of Floor Area.

Alterations or modifications that change or rearrange the existing configuration of walls or full-height partitions and involve seventy-five percent (75%) or more of the existing enclosed floor area of the building or structure.

3. Exposure of Framing.

Alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction, and/or replacement of seventy-five percent (75%) or more of the ceiling and wall coverings, exposing framing members of the building.

R309.2.4 Computation of Square Footage. For the purposes of this Section R309, the floor area of buildings shall be computed in accordance with the definition of “Floor area, Gross” provided in Section 202 of the 2025 California Building Code.

R309.2.5 existing use. Except as provided in this Section R309, any building in existence at the time of the effective date of the ordinance adopting this section may continue with such use if such use was legal at the time.

Section R337 has been removed in its entirety and replaced with THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE as amended by Municipal Code Section 22.4.80.

H. Section R341 and 342 are added as follows:

R341. Encroachments into the Public Right of Way. Encroachments into the public right of way shall comply with the standards of Chapter 32 of the California Building Code.

R342. Safeguards During Construction. Provisions for pedestrian safety during construction and the protection of adjacent public and private properties shall be governed by the requirements of Chapter 33 of the California Building Code.

I. Section R401.4 “Soils tests” is amended to read as follows:

R401.4. Soils Reports/Geotech Investigations. A Soils Report or Geotechnical Investigation shall be required as outlined in Section 1803 of the 2025 California Building Code.

Exceptions:
43 1. Single-story additions with less than a 500 sq. ft. “footprint” and that are less than 50% of the existing structure they are attached to.

2. Second story additions to an existing slab on grade structure that does not require new footings.

3. Detached “U” Occupancy Category buildings.

J. Section 401.5 “Grading” is added to read as follows:

R401.5 Grading. All grading, excavations and earthwork, including work required and/or related to structures regulated by this code, shall comply with Appendix J “Grading” of the 2025 California Building Code as amended.

K. Section R403.1.2 “Continuous footing in seismic design categories D0, D1 and D2” is amended to read as follows:

R403.1.2 Continuous footing in seismic design categories D0, D1 and D2. The braced wall panels at exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1 and D2 shall be supported by continuous footings. All required interior braced wallpanels in buildings shall be supported by continuous footings regardless of the spacing of the brace wall lines.

L. Section R403.1.5 “Slope” is amended to read as follows:

R403.1.5 Slope. The top surface of footings shall be level. The bottom surface of footings shall not have a slope exceeding one unit vertical in ten units horizontal (10- percent slope). Footings shall be stepped where it is necessary to change the elevation of the top surface of the footings or where the slope of the bottom surface of the footings will exceed one unit vertical in ten units horizontal (10-percent slope).

For structures located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, stepped footings shall be reinforced with four ½-inch diameter (12.7 mm) deformed reinforcing bars. Two bars shall be placed at the top of the footing and two bars shall be placed at the bottom of the footing.

M. Section R404.2 “Wood foundation walls” is amended to read as follows:

R404.2 Wood foundation walls. Wood foundation walls shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of Sections R404.2.1 through R404.2.6 and with the details shown in Figures 403.l(2) and R403.1(3). Wood foundation walls shall not be used for structures located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E.

N. Sections R902.1–R902.1.3 of the “Roofing covering materials” section are amended to read as follows:

R902.1 Roofing Assemblies. Roofs shall be covered with materials as set forth in Sections R904 and R905. A minimum Class A or B roof shall be installed in areas designated by this section. Classes A and B roofing required by this section to be listed 44 shall be tested in accordance with UL 790 or ASTM E 108.

R902.1.1 Roof Coverings within High Fire Hazard Severity Zones or in WildlandUrbane Interface (WUI) area. The roofing and re-roofing requirements of structures within High Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall be the same as is required for roofing and reroofing requirements within a Wildland-Urban Interface area, as defined in Sections 202, and required by 101.3.1, and Chapter 5 of the California Wildland-Urbane Interface Code as amended in Municipal Code Section 22.4.80.

R902.1.2 Roof coverings in all other areas other than Fire Hazard Severity Zones or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) area. The roof covering or roofing assembly of any new building or the re-roofing of any existing building shall be no less than Class B. Treated or untreated wood shakes or shingles shall not be permitted, except on existing structures which are constructed with shake or shingle roofs where less than 20% of the existing roof is being replaced within a two-year period, provided such replacement roofing is fire retardant treated wood shakes or shingles.

O. Section R905.10.1 “Deck Requirements” is amended to read as follows:

R905.10.1 Sheathing Requirements. Metal roof panel roof coverings shall be applied to a solid or closely fitted deck, except where the roof covering is specifically designed to be applied to spaced supports. Metal roof panel coverings shall not be installed over combustible shingles or shakes.

P. Appendix AX - is amended to read as follows:

AV100 Private Swimming Pools. Private swimming pools shall be constructed in accordance with the 2025 California Building Code, Section 3109.

SECTION 4. Section 22.04.030 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.04.030 Amendments to California Plumbing Code.

The 2025 California Plumbing Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.030.

A. Section 104.4.3 “Expired Permits” is amended to read as follows:
104.4.3 Expired Permits. Permits shall expire in accordance with Section 105.5 of the 2022 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section

22.04.020.

B. Section 104.5 “Fees” is amended to read as follows:
104.5 Fees. Fee payments, fee schedules, work commencing prior to permit issuance, related fees and refunds shall be in accordance with 2025 California Building 45 Code Section 109.

C. Section 107 “Board of appeals” is amended to read as follows:
107 Board of Appeals. Appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official shall be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Section 113 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

D. Section 301.7.1 “County as Local Health Authority” is added to read as follows:
301.7.1 County as Local Health Authority. Pursuant to the application of section 301.6, the Santa Barbara County Environmental Health Department is the Local Health Authority.

E. Local Modifications to Section 422.2. 1 “Single Use Toilet Facilities” of the California Plumbing Code
(1.) 422.2.1 Single-user Toilet Facilities Identification. Family or assisted use toilet facilities shall be identified with signage indicating use by either sex. All single-user toilet facilities in any business establishment, place of public accommodation, or state or local government agency shall be identified as all-gender toilet facilities by signage that complies with Section 11B-703.7.2.6 of the California Building Code and designated for use by no more than one occupant at a time or for family or assisted use. For the purposes of Section 422.2.1, “single-user toilet facility” means a toilet facility with one water closet and no more than one urinal with a locking mechanism controlled by the user.
(2.) Separate facilities shall not be required where rooms have fixtures designed for use by all genders and the water closets are installed in privacy compartments with a locking mechanism controlled by the user. When installed, urinals shall be located in a enclosed privacy compartment or an enclosed separate private area with a locking mechanism controlled by the user.
(3.) The substitution of a water closet for each urinal shall be permitted provided the total number of fixtures installed complies with Table 422.1 of the California Plumbing Code.

This subsection shall not allow for a reduction in the total number of plumbing fixtures that are required by Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations nor a reduction in the number of toilet facilities accessible to persons with disabilities that are otherwise required under either Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations or the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq.).

F. Section 423 “Fountains” is added to read as follows:
423 Fountains. All fountains and other decorative bodies of water of any depth shall be equipped with a recirculation system, an approved Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Prevention Assembly (RP) and shall be designed to operate without a continuous supply of water.
46 G. Section 424 “Vehicle Wash Facilities” is added to read as follows:
424 Vehicle Wash Facilities.

All vehicle wash facilities using conveyors, touchless and/or rollover in-bay technology shall reuse a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of water from previous vehicle rinses in subsequent washes.

Vehicle wash facilities using reverse osmosis to produce water rinse with a lower mineral content, shall incorporate the unused concentrate in subsequent vehicle washes.

All hoses pipes and faucets designed for the manual application of water to vehicles at vehicle wash facilities shall be equipped with a positive shut-off valve designed to interrupt the flow of water in the absence of operator applied pressure.

H. Section 603.1 “General” is amended to read as follows:
603.1 General. Cross-connection control shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and Sections 7583 through 7630 “Drinking Water Supplies” of Title 17 of the California Administrative Code, and where there is a conflict between the requirements, the higher level of protection shall apply.

No person shall install any water-operated equipment or mechanism, or use any water-treating chemical or substance, if it is found that such equipment, mechanism, chemical, or substance causes pollution or contamination of the domestic water supply.

Such equipment or mechanism shall be permitted only when equipped with an approved backflow prevention device or assembly.

I. Section 608.2 “Excessive Water Pressure” is amended to read as follows:
608.2 Excessive Water Pressure. Regardless of the pressure at the main, all occupancies served by the City of Santa Barbara Water Resource Division shall be equipped with an approved pressure regulator preceded by a strainer (unless a strainer is built into the device). Any irrigation system or other secondary piping that bypasses said regulator shall be equipped with its own approved pressure regulator and strainer, installed upstream of any piping, backflow device, valve, solenoid or outlet. Such regulator(s) shall control the pressure to all water outlets in the building unless otherwise approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Each such regulator and strainer shall be accessibly located above ground or in a vault equipped with a properly sized and sloped bore-sighted drain to daylight, shall be protected from freezing, and shall have the strainer readily accessible for cleaning without removing the regulator or strainer body or disconnecting the supply piping. Pipe size determinations shall be based on 80 percent of the reduced pressure when using Table 610.4. An approved expansion tank shall be installed in the cold water distribution piping downstream of each such regulator to prevent excessive pressure from developing due to thermal expansion and to maintain the pressure setting of the regulator. The expansion tank shall be properly sized and 47 installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and listing. Systems designed by registered engineers shall be permitted to use approved pressure relief valves in lieu of expansion tanks provided such relief valves have a maximum pressure relief setting of one hundred (100) pounds per square inch (689 kPa) or less.

J. Sections 710.14 “Sewage Pump Signaling Device” and 710.15 “Approved Type Backwater Valve” are added to read as follows:
710.14 Sewage Pump Signaling Device. Specially designed sewage disposal systems which depend upon a sewage lift pump or ejector for their operation shall be provided with an approved audible signaling device to warn building occupants in the event of pump failure.
710.15. Approved Type Backwater Valve. When the valuation of an addition, alteration, or repair to a building exceeds $1,000.00 or when additions, alterations, or repairs are made to the plumbing system or fixtures and a permit is required, an approved backwater valve shall be installed in accordance with Section 710.0 of this Code.

Exception: The following work is allowed without the installation of a Backwater Valve:

1. Repairs to the exterior surface of a building.

2. The installation of solar photo voltaic energy systems

3. The installation of electrical vehicle charging systems

4. Domestic water heater equipment replacements

5. Residential electrical panel board replacement/upgrades

6. Other work as deemed exempt in writing by the Chief Building Official K. Section 713.2 “Connection to Public Sewage System” is amended to read as follows:
713.2 Connection to Public Sewage System. When no public sewer intended to serve any lot or premises is available in any thoroughfare or right of way abutting such lot or premises, drainage piping from any building or works shall be connected to an approved private sewage disposal system.

Approved private systems may be used until a public system is available. Upon written notice by the Chief Building Official to the record owner of title, such private systems shall be abandoned in accordance with the provisions of Section 722.0 of this code and permits to connect to the public system must be secured.

SECTION 5. Section 22.04.040 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.04.040 Amendments to the California Mechanical Code.

The 2025 California Mechanical Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.040. 48 A. Section 104.5 “Fees” is amended to read as follows:
104.5 Permit fees. Fee payments, fee schedules, work commencing prior to permit issuance, related fees and refunds shall be in accordance with 2025 CBC Section 109.

B. Section 104.4.3 “Expired Permits” is hereby amended to read as follows:
104.4.3 Expired Permits. Permits shall expire in accordance with Section 105.5 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section

22.04.020
C. Section 107 “Board of Appeals” is hereby amended to read as follows:
107 Board of Appeals. Appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Section 113 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

SECTION 6. Section 22.04.050 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.04.050 Amendments to the California Electrical Code.

The 2025 California Electrical Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.050.

A. Article 90.4.1 added to read as follows:

90.4.1 Administration. This code shall be administered in accordance with Chapter 1 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

SECTION 7. Section 22.04.060 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.04.060 Amendments to the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code The 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.060.

A. Section 4.304.2 “Fountains” is added to read as follows:

4.304.2 Fountains. All residential fountains and other decorative bodies of water of any depth directly plumbed by potable water, on a single parcel of land, shall not exceed a total water surface area of twenty five square feet.
49 B. Section 5.304.7 “Fountains” is added to read as follows:

5.304.7 Fountains. All non-residential fountains and other decorative bodies of water of any depth directly plumbed by potable water, on a single parcel of land, total water surface area shall not exceed twenty five square feet.

SECTION 8. Section 22.04.070 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

22.04.070A amendments to the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code The 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.070.

A. Section 101.1 “Title” is amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Santa Barbara, hereinafter referred to as “this code”.

B. Section 101.2 is amended to add the following exception:

Exception: Where this Code conflicts with the State Housing Law beginning in State Health and Safety Code Section 17910, the requirements of the State Housing Law shall govern.

C. Section 103.1 is amended to read as follows:
103.1 General. The City Building and Safety Division unit is hereby appointed to enforce this code. The City’s Chief Building Official will serve as the Code Official.

D. Sections 103.2 -103.3 are deleted without replacement.

E. Section 106 “Means of Appeal” is amended to read as follows:
106 Means of Appeal. Appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Code Official shall be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Section 113 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

F. Section 106.1 “Board of Appeals” is amended to read as follows:
106.1 Board of Appeals. The Board of Appeals shall be in accordance with the 50 provisions of Section 113 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

G. Section 110.4 “Failure to Comply” is amended to read as follows:
108.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed by the Code Official to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, may be assessed a citation as outlined in Santa Barbara Municipal Code Section 1.25.

H. Section 109.1 “Unsafe Conditions” is amended to read as follows:
109.1 Unsafe Conditions. When a structure or equipment is found by the Code Official to be unsafe, unfit for human occupancy, or unlawful, such structure or equipment shall be placarded pursuant to section 109.7.7 of this code.

I. Section 109.3.3 “Record” is amended to read as follows:
1 0 9 . 3 Record.Official records associated with a violation that is subject to the application of this code shall be retained by the City.

J. Section 109.7 “Placarding” is amended to read as follows:
109.7 Placarding. Pursuant to conditions found in sections 109.1.1 through 109.1.5 of this code, the Code Official shall post on the subject premises, structure or equipment a placard stating either “Unsafe” or “Limited Entry”. Such placard shall include the penalty for violating the conditions of the placard and reference to the appeals process of section 113 of 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020 of this Code.

K. Section 109.9 “Restoration or Abatement” is amended to add the following exception:

Exception: Similar to the State Public Resources Code 5028:
(a) No structure that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, on the California Register of Historic Places, or on any local public register of historic places, and that has been damaged due to a disaster, including, but not limited to, an earthquake, fire, or flood, may be demolished, destroyed, or significantly altered, except for restoration to preserve or enhance its historical values, unless the structure presents an imminent threat to the public of bodily harm or of damage to adjacent property. (b) The City’s Building & Fire Code Board of Appeals and the City’s Historic Landmarks Commission, shall hold a joint meeting, to determine whether a structure meeting the requirements set forth in subdivision (a) shall be demolished, destroyed, or 51 significantly altered. That determination shall be based upon the extent of damage to the structure, the total cost of rehabilitating or reconstructing the structure, the structure’s historical significance, and any other factor deemed to be relevant. In making that determination, the recommendation of a City certified historic preservation expert shall be considered. A determination should be issued no later than 30 days after the meeting.

L. Section 302.4 “Weeds” is amended to read as follows:
302.4 Weeds. All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 12”. All noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens.

Upon failure of the owner or agent having charge of a property to cut and destroy weeds after service of a notice of violation, any duly authorized employee of the jurisdiction or contractor hired by the jurisdiction shall be authorized to enter upon the property in violation and cut and destroy the weeds growing thereon, and the costs of such removal shall be paid by the owner or agent responsible for the property.

M.Section 304.14 “Insect Screens” is amended to read as follows:
304.14 Insect screens. Regardless of the season of the year, every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, food service areas or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fittings screens of minimum 12 mesh per inch (16 mesh per 25mm), and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working condition.

Exception: Screens shall not be required where other approved means, such as air curtains or insect repellant fans, are employed.

N.Section 602.2 “Residential Occupancies” is amended to read as follows:
602.2 Residential Occupancies. Regardless of the season of the year, dwellings shall be provided with heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68ºF (20ºC) in all habitable rooms. Cooking appliances shall not be used, nor shall portable unvented fuel-burning space heaters be used, as a means to provide required heating.

O. Section 602.3 “Heat Supply” is deleted without replacement.

P. Section 602.4 “Occupiable Work Spaces” is deleted without replacement.

SECTION 9. Section 22.04.080 of Chapter 22.04 of Title 22 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:
52 22.04.080 Amendments to the 2025 California Wildland-Urbane Interface Code, The 2025 California Wildland-Urbane Interface Code as adopted by reference pursuant to this Chapter, is amended as set forth in this Section 22.04.080.

A.Section 101. “Scope” is amended to read as follows:
101.2 Scope. This code applies to building materials, systems and/or assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of new buildings, remodels or additions to existing buildings located within a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area as defined in Section 202 of this code and contains requirements to mitigate conditions where a wildfire burning in vegetative fuels may readily transmit fire to buildings and threaten to destroy life, overwhelm fire suppression capabilities, or result in large property losses shall comply with this chapter. In addition, this section is intended to prevent the occurrence of fires and to provide adequate fire-protection facilities to control the spread of fire which might be caused by recreational, residential, commercial, industrial or other activities conducted in Wildland Urban Interface Areas (WUI). The WUI is defined by the City of Santa Barbara Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), formerly the Wildland Fire Plan, and includes, but is not limited to, areas defined by the State of California as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ). Future revisions and updates to the City CWPP shall be incorporated into this Code by reference as best practices, whether or not adopted as mandatory code sections.

B Section 101.3 “Purpose” is amended to read as follows:
101.3 Purpose. The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to increase the ability of a building to resist the intrusion of flame or burning embers being projected by a vegetation fire and contributes to a systematic reduction in conflagration losses through the use of performance and prescriptive requirements. In addition, the purpose of this code is to prevent the occurrence of fires and to provide adequate fire- protection facilities to control the spread of fire which might be caused by recreational, residential, commercial, industrial or other activities conducted in the Wildland Urban Interface Area.

C. Section 101.3.1 “Application” is amended to read as follows:

Section 101.3.1 Application. New buildings, remodeled buildings, or additions to existing buildings located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Fire Area designated by the enforcement agency constructed after the application date shall comply with the provisions of this code.

Exception: Accessory and/or Group U occupancy buildings may be exempted from all or portions of this section upon approval of the Fire Code Official and/or Chief Building Official.
53 D. Section 101.4 “Policy” is amended to read as follows:

Section 101.4 Policy. The policy direction for the City of Santa Barbara Wildland Urban Interface Area is established by the City of Santa Barbara Wildland Fire Plan, approved by City Council in January of 2004 and formally recognized as the CWPP in 2011.

E. Section 105.3 “Work exempt from a permit” is amended to read as follows:

Section 105.3 Work exempt from a permit. Permit exemptions shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 105.2 of the California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020 and 105.2 of the California Residential Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.025.

F. Section 105.8 “Expiration” is amended to read as follows:

Section 105.8. Expiration shall be in accordance with the provisions of Section 105.5 of the California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

G. Section 108 “Fees” is amended as follows:

Section 108 Permit fees. Fee payments, fee schedules, work commencing prior to permit issuance, related fees and refunds shall be in accordance with 2025 CBC Section 109.

H. Section 112 Means of Appeals is amended to read as follows:

Section 112. Appeals. Appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Authority Having Jurisdiction shall be addressed in accordance with the provisions of Section 113 of the 2025 California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in Section 22.04.020.

I. Section 202 “Definitions” is amended to read as follows:

Section 202 "Definitions" is amended to add and amend definitions:

Spark Arrester is defined as a device constructed of non-flammable materials specifically for removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 inches in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine operated by hydrocarbons.

Tracer is any bullet or projectile incorporating a feature which marks or traces the flight of said bullet or projectile by flame, smoke or other means which result in fire or heat.

Tracer Charge is any bullet or projectile incorporating a feature designed to create a 54 visible or audible effect by means which result in fire or heat and shall include any incendiary bullets and projectiles.

Wildland-Urban Interface Area is a geographical area identified by the state as a "Fire Hazard Severity Zone" in accordance with the Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4204 and Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires.

The CWPP outlines the Wildland Urban Interface Area within the City of Santa Barbara's local jurisdiction. For purposes of this code, Wildland Urban Interface Area and High Fire Hazard Area are interchangeable. Future updates and revisions to the City High Fire Hazard Area maps shall be incorporated by reference.

J Section 501.1 “Scope” is amended to read as follows:
501.1 Scope. This chapter applies to building materials, systems and/or assemblies used in the exterior design and construction of new buildings, remodels or additions to existing buildings located within a Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area as defined in Section 202 of this code.

K. Section 501.1.1 “Application” is amended to read as follows:

Section 501.1.1 Application. New buildings, remodeled buildings or additions to existing buildings in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland-Urban Interface Area designated by the enforcing agency constructed after the application date shall comply with this chapter.

Exception: Accessory and/or Group U occupancy buildings may be exempted from all or portions of this chapter upon approval of the Fire Code Official and/or Chief Building Official.

L. Section 503.1 General is amended to read as follows:

Section 503.1 General. Buildings and structures hereafter constructed, modified or relocated into or within wildland urban interface areas shall meet the construction requirements in accordance with chapter 5. Materials required to be ignition resistant building materials shall comply with the requirements of section 503.2.

M. Section 503.2.3 “Fire-retardant-treated roof coverings” is amended to read as follows:

Section 503.2 Fire-retardant-treated wood roof coverings. Roof coverings shall be in accordance with Section 1505.1.1 of the California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in municipal code section 22.04.20.
55 N. Section 504.2 “Roof assembly” is amended to read as follows:

Section 504.2 Roofs shall comply with the most restrictive requirements of Sections 504.2 and 1505.1.1 of the California Building Code as amended by the City of Santa Barbara in municipal code Section 22.04.020. Roofs shall have a roofing assembly installed in accordance with its listing and manufacturers installation instructions.

O. Section 504.8 “Exterior Glazing” is amended to read as follows:

Section 504.8 The following exterior glazing materials and/or assemblies shall comply with this section:

1. Exterior windows and/or skylights.

2. Exterior glazed doors.

3. openings within exterior doors.

4. Glazed openings within exterior garage doors.

5. Exterior structural glass veneer.

6. Glazing frames made of vinyl materials shall have welded corners, metal reinforcement in the interlock area, and be certified to the most current edition of ANSI/AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S.2 structural requirements.

SECTION 10. Whenever in this Ordinance or in any of the codes adopted by reference hereby, another code or publication of standards or of rules or regulations is referred to, such reference shall incorporate and adopt by reference such other codes, standards or rules or regulations as part of this ordinance. A copy of said primary and secondary codes are on file and shall be maintained for public inspection by the Chief Building Official as provided in Title 5, Division 1, Part 1, Chapter 1 of the California Government Code while this Ordinance is in force.

SECTION 11 Ordinance Number 6093 is repealed upon the effective date of this ordinance.

SECTION 12. The provisions of this ordinance shall take effect at 12:01 a.m. on January 2, 2026.
1 ORDINANCE NO. ____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
BARBARA AMENDING CHAPTER 8.04 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2024

INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, INCLUDING APPENDIX
CHAPTER 4 AND APPENDICES B, BB, C, CC, AND H OF
THAT CODE; THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE; AND THE 2025

CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE WITH LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO
BOTH CODES.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Findings.

Climatic Conditions
A. The City of Santa Barbara is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry winds, ("Sundowners") which may reach speeds of 60 m.p.h. or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials. In addition, the high winds generated often cause road obstructions such as fallen trees. Frequent periods of drought and low humidity add to the fire danger. This predisposes the area to large destructive fires. In addition to directly damaging or destroying buildings, these fires also disrupt utility services throughout the area. The City of Santa Barbara and adjacent front country have a history of such fires, including the 1990 Painted Cave Fire and the 1977 Sycamore Canyon Fire. In 2007, the City was impacted by the back country Zaca Fire and by the Gap fire in 2008. The Tea Fire destroyed over 150 homes within the City in November of 2008 and the Jesusita Fire destroyed homes and property in much of the Santa Barbara front country in May of 2009. In 2017, the Thomas Fire burned into the eastern part of the City which was followed by the catastrophic 1/9 Debris Flow in 2018, which affected Montecito and the Coast Village Road area of Santa Barbara, causing millions of dollars in damage and taking twenty-three lives.

B. The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Flood conditions may affect the Fire Department's ability to respond to a fire or emergency condition. When heavy rainfall follows a significant wildfire in the foothills, as in the Thomas Fire, the potential for flash floods, slides and debris flows is great. Such events may disrupt access, egress and utility services to buildings and facilities within the City.

C. Water demand in this area challenges the quantity supplied by natural precipitation and, although the population continues to grow, the already-taxed water supply does not. The estimated population of California in 2006 was more than 36 million 2 people. The state is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million by the year 2030, with 50 percent of that growth centered in Southern California. Due to storage capacities and consumption, and a limited amount of rainfall, future water allocation may not be fully dependable in many areas of the state. The City's core area continues to become more concentrated, with new multi-storied mixed-use structures whose occupants, along with the structures themselves, could be vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to lack of available water. This necessitates the need for additional and on-site fire protection features.

D. These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high-density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection features will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems also reduce the use of water for firefighting by extinguishing fires at an early stage.

Climatic conditions also necessitate the implementation of additional measures to control the threat of overgrown vegetation in the wildland urban interface areas, commonly referred to as the high fire hazard areas of the City.

Topographical Conditions:

A. Natural slopes of 15 percent or greater generally occur throughout the foothills of Santa Barbara, especially in the High Fire Hazard areas such as the Foothill and Extreme Foothill zones. With much of the populated lower elevation areas already built upon, future residential growth is and will continue to occur on steeper slopes and in areas with greater constraints in terrain such as the Foothill and Extreme Foothill zones. Geographic and landuse constraints throughout the city have resulted in greater density along with a large number of mixed use projects, combining residential with commercial occupancies.

B. Traffic and circulation congestion is an ongoing problem throughout the region.

Traffic flow in and through Santa Barbara is limited by the transverse Santa Ynez Mountains, which provide limited passage to the north, and the Pacific Ocean to the south. The narrow corridor that Highway 101 occupies is subject to traffic delays under normal conditions and emergency events can render the highway impassable. This has the double effect of preventing traffic from leaving the City and potentially preventing emergency workers, who often live out of town, from entering. This condition existed for several days during the La Conchita slide in 2005 and it disrupted the return of City workers who live in the Ventura area.

At various times in the City's history, Highway 101 has also been closed north of the City due to mudslides, fires and flooding. The most recent and most disastrous example of this effect was the closure of both Highway 101 & 192, as well as numerous surface streets, during the 1/9 Debris Flow in 2018.

Inaddition,roadsinthefoothillsarenarrow, oftensteepandvulnerable toemergency conditions. Some of the older roadways are below current access standards and pose challenges to responding emergency vehicles, especially fire engines. These challenges are exacerbated in the event of an evacuation, particularly in the Foothill and Extreme Foothill zones.

C. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire-extinguishing systems and other protection measures to protect occupants and property.
3 Geological Conditions:

The City of Santa Barbara region is a densely populated area that has buildings constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are believed to be capable of producing future earthquakes similar or greater in size than the 1994 Northridge and the 1971 Sylmar earthquakes. Known faults in the city include the Lavigia, North Channel Slope, Mesa and Mission Ridge-More Ranch faults. Additional faults near the city would also be capable of disruption of services, including fire protection. The Southern California Earthquake Center predicts that there is an 80-90% probability of a magnitude 7.0 earthquake somewhere in Southern California before the year 2024. Regional planning for reoccurrence of earthquakes is recommended by the State of California, Department of Conservation.

A. Previous earthquakes have been accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create obstacles similar to those indicated under the high wind section above. With the probability of strong aftershocks there exists a need to provide increased protection for anyone on upper floors of buildings. The October 17, 1989, Loma Prieta earthquake resulted in one major fire in the Marina District (San Francisco).

When combined with the 34 other fires locally and over 500 responses, the department was taxed to its fullest capabilities. The Marina fire was difficult to contain because mains supplying water to the district burst during the earthquake. In addition to gas mains, individual gas and electric service connections to residences may provide both fuel and ignition sources during a seismic event. This situation creates the need for both additional fire protection and automatic on-site fire protection for building occupants.

B. Road circulation features located throughout Santa Barbara also make amendments reasonably necessary. There are major roadways, highways and flood control channels that create barriers and slow response times. Hills, particularly in the Foothill and Extreme Foothill zones, slopes, street and storm drain design accompanied by occasional heavy rainfall, cause roadway flooding and landslides and at times may make an emergency access route impassable, as they did in the 1/9 Debris Flow. Much of the City's foothill area, including Mountain Drive and Sycamore Canyon, are located in areas subject to geologic activity, as witnessed by the recent long term closure of Sycamore Canyon Road due to the slide potential.

The climatic, topographical, and geological conditions described above make it prudent to rely upon automatic fire sprinkler systems and other fire protection measures to mitigate extended fire department response times. Automatic sprinklers, mixed use notification signs, fire alarms and other measures specified in this Ordinance are intended to lessen life safety hazards and keep fires manageable with potentially reduced fire flow (water) requirements for a given structure. Additional fire protection is also justified to match the current resources of firefighting equipment and personnel within the Santa Barbara City Fire Department. As California is subjected to the ongoing effects of climate change, local changes to climatic, topographic and geological conditions will likely pose a greater threat to disruption of services and loss of life and property.
4 SECTION 2. Section 8.04.010 of Chapter 8.04 of Title 8 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

8.04.010 Adoption of International Code by Reference.

Subject to the amendments specified in Section 8.04.020 of this Code, The International Fire Code, as published by the International Code Council (2024 Edition), including Appendix Chapter 4 and Appendices B, BB, C, CC and H; The 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9 of the California Code of Regulations); and all standards and secondary codes referenced in said codes are adopted by reference and shall beknown as the City of Santa Barbara Fire Code.

Subject to the amendments specified in Section 8.04.040 of this Code, the International Wildland–Urban Interface Code (2024 Edition), as published by the International Code Council, together with the 2025 California Wildland–Urban Interface Code (Title 24, Part 7, California Code of Regulations), and all standards and secondary codes referenced therein, are hereby adopted by reference and shall be known and cited as the City of Santa Barbara Wildland–Urban Interface Code.

Said codes and any standards and secondary codes adopted by reference and the amendments therein, are on file and available for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk.

SECTION 3. Section 8.04.020 of Chapter 8.04 of Title 8 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

8.04.020 Amendments to International Fire Code.

In response to local climatic, geological and topographical conditions, The 2024 International Fire Code and the 2025 California Fire Code, as adopted by reference by in Section 8.04.010, are amended as follows:

A. Section 103 is hereby renamed: Fire Prevention Bureau and is amended as follows:
[A] 103.1 General. The Fire Prevention Bureau is established in the jurisdiction under the fire code official. The function of the division shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of this code.
[A]103.3.1 Fire prevention bureau personnel and police. The fire code official and members of the fire prevention bureau shall have the powers of a police officer in performing their duties under this code. When requested to do so by the fire chief, the chief of police is authorized to assign such available police officers as necessary to assist the fire department in enforcing the provisions of this code.

B. Section 104.11 "Fire investigations" is amended to read as follows:
[A] 104.11 Fire investigations. The fire code official is authorized to investigate promptly the cause, origin and circumstances ofevery fire, explosion or other hazardous condition occurring in the jurisdiction. In addition, the fire code official is authorized to investigate the cause, origin and circumstances of unauthorized releases of hazardous materials in the jurisdiction. If it appears to fire code official that such incidents are of suspicious origin, the fire code official is authorized to take immediate charge of all physical evidence relating to the cause of the fire, explosion, hazardous condition, or release and is authorized to pursue the investigation to its conclusion. 5 [A]104.11.1 Assistance from other agencies. Police and other enforcement agencies are authorized to assist in the investigation of fires when requested to do soby the fire code official.

C. Section 111 "Board of Appeals" is deleted in its entirety without replacement.

D. Section [A] 112.4 "Violation penalties" is amended to read as follows:
[A] Section 113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Penalties shall be as prescribed by state law and local ordinance. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.

E. Chapter 1, Division II of the International Fire Code is amended by adding Section 115 "Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals" to read as follows:
112.1 Board of Appeals.

The provisions governing the City of Santa Barbara Fire and Building Code Board of Appeals are incorporated into this section by reference, as set forth in Section 22.04.020.H of this Code
F. Chapter 3 of the International Fire Code is amended as follows:
307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. Opening burning that is offensive or objectionable because of smoke emissions or when atmospheric or local circumstances make such fires hazardous shall be prohibited.

1. Section 308.1.4 is deleted without replacement.

2. Section 308.1.4.1 is amended to read as follows:
6 Section 308.1.4.1 Liquefied-petroleum gas fueled cooking devices. LP gas burners having an LP gas container with a water capacity greater than 25 pounds (5 Gallon) shall not be located on combustible balconies or within 10 feet (3048 mm) of combustible construction.

Exception: One and two-family dwellings.
317.1 Rooftop Gardens and Landscaped Roofs. Rooftop gardens and landscaped roofs, also known as vegetated roofs, are prohibited in the High Fire Hazard areas.

G. Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code is deleted in its entirety without replacement.

H. Section 503 "Fire Apparatus Access Roads" is deleted in its entirety and readopted to read as follows:
503.1 Where Required. Fire Department access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1.1and 503.1.3 503.1.1 Buildings and Facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. The fire apparatus toads shall comply with the requirements of this section and shall extend to within 150 feet of (45,720 mm) of all portions of the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.

Exception: The fire code official is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet (45,720 mm) where:

1. The building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system and installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3.

2. Fire apparatus Roads cannot be installed because of location on property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an approved alternate means of fire protection is provided. 503.1.2 Additional Access. The fire code official is authorized to require more than one fire apparatus access road based on the potential for impairment of a single road by vehicle congestion, condition of the terrain, climatic conditions or other factors that could limit access.
503.1.3 High Piled Storage. Fire department vehicle access to buildings used for high-piled combustible storage shall comply with the applicable provisions of Chapter 32. 503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and arranged in accordance with Sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8.
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) except for approved security gates in accordance with Section 503.6 and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches. If a fire apparatus access road serves three or fewer single-family residential units, the required width may be reduced to not less than 16 feet (4879 mm) upon the approval of the fire code official.
503.2.2 Authority. The fire code official is authorized to require an increase in the minimum access widths where they are inadequate for fire or rescue operations. 503.2.3 Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire apparatus and shall be surfaced so as to provide all- weather driving capabilities. Such fire apparatus access roads shall be capable of supporting 60,000 pounds and shall be constructed of approved materials.
7 503.2.4 Turning radius. The turning radius of roadways shall be no less than 70 feet in diameter measured from outer edge to outer edge. 503.2.5 Dead ends. Dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 300 feet in length shall be provided with approved provisions for the turning around of fire apparatus. 503.2.6 Bridges and elevated surfaces. Where a bridge or an elevated surface is part of a fire apparatus access road, the bridge shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with AASHTO HB-17. Bridges and elevated surfaces shall be designed for a live load sufficient to carry the imposed loads of fire apparatus. Vehicle load limits shall be posted at both entrances to bridges when required by the fire code official. Where elevated surfaces designed for emergency vehicle use are adjacent to surfaces which are not designed for such use, approved barriers, approved signs or both shall be installed and maintained when required by the fire code official.
503.2.7 Grade. The gradient for a fire apparatus access road shall not exceed a 16 % grade.
503.2.7.1 Cross-slope. The cross-slope gradient shall not exceed 6%. 503.2.8 Angle of Approach and Departure. The angles of approach and departure for fire apparatus access roads shall be within the limits established by the fire code official based on the fire department's apparatus.
503.3 Marking. Where required by the fire code official, approved signs or other approved notices or markings that include the words NO PARKING - FIRE LANE shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads to identify such roads or prohibit the obstruction thereof. The means by which fire lanes are designated shall be maintained in a clean and legible condition at all times and be replaced or repaired when necessary to provide adequate visibility.
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. Fire apparatus access roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including parking of vehicles. The minimum required widths and clearances established in Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times. 503.5 Required gates or barricades. The fire code official is authorized to require the installation and maintenance of gates and other approved barricades across fire apparatus access roads, trails or other access ways, not including public streets, alleys or highways.

Electric gate operators, where provided, shall be listed in accordance with UL 325. Gates intended for automatic operation shall be designed, constructed and installed to comply with the requirements of ASTM F2200.
503.5.1 Secured gates and barricades. When required, gates and barricades shall be secured in an approved manner. Roads, trails and other access ways that have been closed and obstructed in the manner prescribed by Section 503.5 shall not be trespassed on or used unless authorized by the owner and the fire code official. 503.5.1.1 Vehicle obstruction. Entrances to roads, trails, or other access ways that have been closed with gates and barriers in accordance with Section 503.5 shall not be obstructed by parked vehicles, except for public officers acting within their scope of duty. 503.5.1.2 Closure of access ways. Locks, gates, doors, barricades, chains, enclosures, signs, tags, or seals which have been installed by the fire department or by its order or under its control shall not be removed, unlocked, destroyed, tampered with or otherwise molested in any manner except when authorized by the fire code official or by public officers acting within their scope of duty.
503.5.2 Fences and Gates. School grounds may be fenced and gates therein may be equipped with locks, provided that safe dispersal areas based on 3 square feet 8 (0.28m2) per occupant are located between the school and the fence. Such required safe dispersal areas shall not be located less than 50 feet (15240 mm) from school buildings.

Every public and private school shall conform to Section 32020 of the Education Code.

I. Section 505 "Premises Identification" is amended to add Sections 505.1.1 and 505.3 to read as follows:
505.1.1 Mixed Use Occupancy Identification. Mixed use occupancy notifications signs shall be provided according to Municipal Code 8.04.030 (B). 505.3 Directory. For complexes and large buildings, an approved directory or premise map may be required at a location determined by the fire code official.

J. Section 507 "Fire Protection Water Supplies" is deleted in its entirety and readopted to read as follows:
507.1 Required Water Supply. An approved water supply capable of supplying the required fire flow for fire protection shall be provided to all premises upon which facilities, buildings or portions of buildings are hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction. Prior to development of a project, the fire code official may require the flow testing of fire hydrants adjacent to the proposed development in order to determine adequacy of fire flow.
507.2 Type of Water Supply. A water supply shall consist of reservoirs, pressure tanks, elevated tanks, water mains or other fixed systems capable of providing the required flow.
507.2.1 Private fire service mains. Private fire service mains and appurtenance shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 24.
507.2.2 Water tanks. Water tanks for private fire protection shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 22.
507.3 Fire Flow. Fire Flow requirements for buildings or portions of buildings and facilities shall be determined by an approved method or Appendix B. For the purposes of this section, an "approved water supply" shall mean the following:

1. Residential Requirement. All residential buildings containing ten (10) or less dwelling units shall be served by a fire flow of 750 gpm at a residual pressure of 20 psi when flowing. Fire-flow requirements may be modified downward by the fire code official for isolated buildings or the installation of approved fire protection devices, but in no case shall the fire flow be less than 500 gpm at a residual pressure of 20 psi. Residential buildings containing eleven (11) or more dwelling units shall be served by fire flows in compliance with the commercial requirements below.

2. Commercial Requirement. A fire flow of 1,250 gpm at a residual pressure of 20 psi when flowing will be required.
507.4 Water Supply Test. The fire code official shall be notified prior to the water supply test. Water supply tests shall be witnessed by the fire code official or approved documentation of the test shall be provided to the prior to final approval of the water supply system.
507.5 Fire hydrant systems. Fire hydrant systems shall comply with Sections 507.1 through 507.5.6 or Appendix C of the International Fire Code. 507.5.1 Where Required, Commercial. Acommercial hydrant toSantaBarbara City standards must be located within 300 feet of all portions of a facility or building as measure by an approved route around the exterior ofthe facility or building. Where a portion of the facility or building is hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdictionis more than 300 feet from a hydrant on a fire apparatus road, as measured by an approved 11 route around the exterior of the facility or building, the fire code official may require on-site hydrants or another approved mitigation method.
507.5.1.1 Where Required, Residential. For Group R-3, Group U and Group R-2 occupancies containing ten (10) or less dwelling units, a residential hydrant to Santa Barbara City standards must be located within 500 feet of all portions of a facility or building as measure by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building. Where a portion of the facility or building is hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 500 feet from a hydrant on a fire apparatus road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, the fire code official may require on-site hydrants or another approved mitigation method.
507.5.2 Inspection, Testing and maintenance. Fire hydrant systems shallbe subject to such periodic tests as required by the fire code official. Fire hydrant systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times and shall be repaired where defective.

Additions, repairs, alterations and servicing shall be in accordance with approved standards. 507.5.3 Private fire service mains and water tanks. Private fire service mains and water tanks shall be periodically inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with Title 19 California Code of Regulations Chapter 5.
507.5.4 Obstruction. Posts, fences, vehicles, growth, trash, storage and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept near fire hydrants, fire department inlet connections or fire protection system control valves in a manner that would prevent such equipment or fire hydrants from being immediately discernible. The fire department shall not be deterred or hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants.
507.5.5 Clear space around hydrants. A 3-foot (914 mm) clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise required or approved.
507.5.6 Physical protection. Where fire hydrants are subject to impact by a motor vehicle, guard posts or other approved means shall comply with Section 312.

K. Section 903.2 "Where required" is amended to add Section 903.2.22 to read as follows:
903.2.22 Local Requirements. Approved automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout buildings and structures as specified elsewhere in this Section 903.2 or as specified in this Section 903.2.22, whichever is more protective. 903.2.22.1 New Buildings, Generally. The construction of a new building containing any of the following occupancies: A, B, E, F, H, I, L, M, R, Sor U.

Exceptions: A new building containing a Group U occupancy that is constructed in the City's designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 500 square feet of floor area. A new building containing a U occupancy that is constructed outside the City's designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 5000 square feet of floor area.
903.2.22.2 New Buildings inthe High Fire Hazard Area. The construction of any new building within the City's designated High Fire Hazard Area.

Exception: A new building containing a Group U occupancy that is constructed in the City's designated High Fire Hazard Area is not required to provide a sprinkler system as long as the building does not exceed 500 square feet of floor area. 12 903.2.22.3 Additions to Buildings Other than Single Family Residences. The addition of floor area to an existing building that contains any occupancy other than Group R, Division 3.

Exception: For buildings that have had no additions since September 11, 2009, a single addition of not more than 250 square feet, provided the addition does not change the use to a more hazardous occupancy, shall not trigger the requirement to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. However, the square footage of the single addition allowed under this exception will be included in the cumulative total of modifications and alterations for purposes of Section 903.2.22.4.

903.2.22.4 Remodels of Buildings Other than Single Family Residences. The remodel or alteration of the interior of an existing building that contains any occupancy other than Group R, Division 3, where the floor area of the portion of the building that is modified or altered exceeds 50% of the existing floor area of the building. For purposes of this section, all modifications or alterations to an existing building that occur after September 11, 2009 shall be counted in the aggregate toward the 50% threshold measured against the floor area of the building. It shall be the responsibility of the building owner to install the sprinkler system throughout the building when the threshold has been exceeded. Calculations of aggregate floor areas are as follows:
(a) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 50% or more of the existing exterior walls of the building or structure; or (b) Aggregate alterations or modifications that change or rearrange the existing configuration of walls or full height partitions and involves 50% or more of the enclosed floor area of the building or structure; or
(c) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 50% or more of ceilings and wall coverings exposing framing members of the building
Exception: Nothing in this section shall prevent the building owner from negotiating a written agreement with the tenant or tenants for allocating the cost of the sprinkler system in any proportion.

903.2.22.5 Change of Occupancy to a Higher Hazard
Classification. Any change of occupancy in an existing building where the occupancy changes to a higher hazard classification. Higher hazard classification shall be defined per amended Table 1011.5 of the 2025 Existing Building Code and written policy.

TABLE 1011.5 MEANS OF EGRESS HAZARD CATEGORIES

RELATIVE HAZARD OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATIONS
1 (Highest Hazard) H
2 I-2, I-3, I-4
3 A, E, I-1, R-1, R-2, R-4
4 M, B, F-1, R-3, S-1
5 (Lowest Hazard) F-2, S-2, U
13 Exception: For purposes of sprinklers only, the higher hazard classification will not be deemed to include low hazard assembly occupancies of 75 occupants or fewer.

903.2.22.6 Computation of Square Footage. For the purposes of this Section 903.2.20, the floor area of buildings shall be computed in accordance with the definition of "Floor area, Gross" provided in Section 202 of the California Building Code. 903.2.22.7 Existing use. Any existing building not classified as Group R, Division 3, in existence at the time of the effective date of this code may have their use continued if such use was legal at the time. Additions to existing buildings shall require an automatic fire sprinkler system installed throughout, including areas not previously protected.

Exception: For buildings that have had no additions since September 11, 2009, a single addition of not more than 250 square feet, provided the addition does not change the use to a more hazardous occupancy, shall not trigger the requirement to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. However, the square footage of the single addition will be included in the cumulative total of modifications and alterations for purposes of Section 903.2.22.4
903.2.22.8 Exceptions and Modifications. Where hardship or substantial difficulty make strict compliance with a sprinkler section impractical, the fire code official is authorized to grant exceptions or modifications on an individual basis, pursuant to Section 104.8. 903.2.22.9 Remodels and additions of Single Family Residences. The remodel or alteration of the interior of an existing single family dwelling, where the floor area of the portion of the building that is modified or altered exceeds 75% of the existing floor area of the building.

For purposes of this section, all modifications or alterations to an existing building that occur after September 11, 2009 shall be counted in the aggregate toward the 75% threshold measured against the floor area of the building. Calculations of aggregate floor areas are as follows:
(a) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 75% or more of the existing exterior walls of the building or structure; or (b) Aggregate alterations or modifications that change or rearrange the existing configuration of walls or full height partitions and involves 75% or more of the enclosed floor area of the building or structure; or
(c) Aggregate alterations or modifications involving the demolition, reconstruction and/or replacement of 75% or more ceiling and wall covering exposing framing members of the building
L. Section 907 "Fire Alarm and Detection Systems" is amended to add Section 907.2.30 to read as follows:
907.2.30 Mixed Use Occupancies. Where residential occupancies are combined with commercial occupancies, a fire alarm system shall be installed which notifies all occupants in the event of a fire. The system shall include automatic smoke detection 14 throughout the commercial and common areas. In addition, a notification system shall be installed in a manner and location approved by the fire code official that indicates the presence of residential dwelling units in accordance with Municipal Code Section 8.04.030 B.

Chapter 4901 has been removed in entirety and replaced with the 2025 Wildland-Urbane Interface Code as amended in Municipal Code Section 8.04.040 M. Section 5601 "General" is amended to add Sections 5601.2, 5601.3, and 5601.4 to read as follows:

Section 5601.2 Explosives and Blasting Agents. Storage of explosives and blasting agents is restricted to the A-I (Airport Industrial) zone.

Section 5601.1.3 Fireworks. The manufacturing, possession, storage, sale, use and handling of fireworks are prohibited in the City of Santa Barbara.

Exceptions:

1. Storage and Handling of Fireworks as allowed in Section 5604.

2. Manufacture, testing and assembly of fireworks as allowed in Section 5605 and Health and Safety Code Division 11.

3. The use of Fireworks for Fireworks displays, pyrotechnics before a proximate audience and pyrotechnic special effects in motion pictures, television, theatrical or group entertainment productions as allowed in Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6 Fireworks reprinted in Section 5608 and Health and Safety Code Division 11.

Section 5601.7 Seizure: The fire code official is authorized to remove or caused to be removed or disposed of in an approved manner, at the expense of the owner, explosives, explosive materials or fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, possessed or used in violation of this ordinance and Chapter 56.

SECTION 4. Section 8.04.030 of Chapter 8.04 of Title 8 the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is adopted to read as follows:

8.04.030 Fire Prevention Development Standards
A Fire Zone 2. Buildings or portions of buildings constructed within the boundaries of Fire Zone 2, as designated by the fire code official and shown on a map on file with the City Clerk and the Community Development Department, shall provide a ten thousand (10,000) gallon water tank to be used for fire protection purposes only, designed, installed and maintained in a manner approved by the fire code official, incorporating each of the following additional features in its construction:

1. All fire department access complies with the requirements of Section 503 of the International Fire Code (2024 Edition) as amended by this Chapter; and

2. All plantings used for landscaping within one hundred-fifty feet (150') of any structure must be fire resistant; and

3. All native brush, shrubs and grasses are kept cleared to within one hundred-fifty feet (150') of any structure; and

4. Residential fire sprinklers are installed in any building used for sleeping or cooking according to National Fire Protection Association Residential Standards.

B. Mixed Use Occupancy Notification System. Signs shall be installed in a manner and in locations approved by the fire code official indicating the presence of residential dwelling units in buildings of mixed-use occupancy. Required signs shall be clearly visible 15 from the front of the building and conform to the following criteria:

1. All signs shall begin with the letter R followed by a hyphen.

2. R - shall be followed by cardinal numbers denoting the floors containing dwelling units. Example: R-2 denotes dwelling units on the 2nd floor; R-2-3 denotes dwelling units on the 2nd and 3rd floors.

3. Letters shall have a minimum of 4" high with a 1/2" wide stroke.

4. Letters shall contrast to their background.

5. Letters on glass shall be in reflective tape.

6. In the event that dwelling units are added or removed from floors, the required sign shall be updated prior to the occupancy of the altered floor space.

SECTION 4. Section 8.04.040 of Chapter 8.04 of Title 8 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

8.04.040 Amendments to International Wildland-Urbane Interface Code.

In response to local climatic, geological and topographical conditions, The 2024 International Wildland-Urbane Interface Code and the 2025 California Wildland-Urbane Interface Code, as adopted by reference by in Section 8.04.010, are amended as follows:

A. Section 101.2 Scope. The mitigation of conditions where a wildfire burning in vegetative fuels may readily transmit fire to buildings and threaten to destroy life, overwhelm fire suppression capabilities, or result in large property losses shall comply with this chapter. In addition, this section is intended to prevent the occurrence of fires and to provide adequate fire-protection facilities to control the spread of fire which might be caused by recreational, residential, commercial, industrial or other activities conducted in Wildland Urban Interface Areas (WUI). The WUI is defined by the City of Santa Barbara Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), formerly the Wildland Fire Plan, and includes, but is not limited to, areas defined by the State of California as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ). Future revisions and updates to the City CWPP shall be incorporated into this Code by reference as best practices, whether or not adopted as mandatory code sections.

Section 101.3 Purpose. The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to the ability of a building to resist the intrusion of flame or burning embers being projected by a vegetation fire and contributes to a systematic reduction in conflagration losses through the use of performance and prescriptive requirements. In addition, the purpose of this code is to prevent the occurrence of fires and to provide adequate fire- protection facilities to control the spread of fire which might be caused by recreational, residential, commercial, industrial or other activities conducted in the Wildland Urban Interface Area.

Section 101.4 Policy. The policy direction for the City of Santa Barbara Wildland Urban Interface Area is established by the City of Santa Barbara Wildland Fire Plan, approved by City Council in January of 2004 and formally recognized as the CWPP in 2011.

B. Section 202 "Definitions" is amended to add the definitions of "Spark Arrester'', "Tracer'', and "Tracer Charge" and to amend the definition of "Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area" to read as follows:

Spark Arrester is defined as a device constructed of non-flammable materials specifically for removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 16 0.0232 inches in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine operated by hydrocarbons.

Tracer is any bullet or projectile incorporating a feature which marks or traces the flight of said bullet or projectile by flame, smoke or other means which result in fire or heat.

Tracer Charge is any bullet or projectile incorporating a feature designed to create a visible or audible effect by means which result in fire or heat and shall include any incendiary bullets and projectiles.

Wildland-Urban Interface Area is a geographical area identified by the state as a "Fire Hazard Severity Zone" in accordance with the Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4204 and Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires.

The CWPP outlines the Wildland Urban Interface Area within the City of Santa Barbara's local jurisdiction. For purposes of this code, Wildland Urban Interface Area and High Fire Hazard
C. Section 302 “Wildland Urban Interface Designations” is amended to add Section 302.1 to read as follows:
302.1 Local Land Classification. Lands in the local jurisdiction are classified by the Fire Code Official in accordance with the City of Santa Barbara as Coastal, Coastal Interior, Foothill, Foothill Extreme, High Fire Hazard Areas..

Area are interchangeable. Future updates and revisions to the City High Fire Hazard Area maps shall be incorporated by reference.

D. Section 602 "Plans" is amended to read as follows:
602.1 General. When required by the fire code official, a fire protection plan shall be prepared for parcels within the High Fire Hazard Area.
602.2 Content. The plan shall be based on site specific wildfire hazard and risk assessment that includes considerations of location, topography, aspect, flammable vegetation, climatic conditions and fire history. The plan shall address water supply, access, building construction and fire-resistance factors, fire protection systems and equipment, evacuation, defensible space and vegetation management. The plan shall also address any off site factors listed above that affect the project area.
602.2.1 Cost. The cost of fire protection plan preparation and review shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
602.2.2 Plan retention. The fire protection plan shall be retained by the fire code official.

E.Section 603 “Vegetation Plan” is amended to add Section 603.1 to read as follows:
603.1 General. The City of Santa Barbara CWPP identifies vegetation management areas that pose an increased threat to the community during a wildland fire. Within these areas the fire code official has the authority to work with property owners to reduce the amount of flammable vegetation outside the defensible space areas. These areas include both City and Private lands. Standards for vegetation management are specified in the City CWPP. 603.1.1 Flammable Vegetation. Vegetation installed without an approved landscape plan shall be removed if in the opinion of the fire code official, it is capable of being ignited and endangering property
603.3 New Development. New developments in the High Fire Hazard Area must submit 17 Landscape Plans for review by the fire code official. Landscaping shall meet the High Fire Hazard Area Defensible Space Requirements outlined in the City of Santa Barbara CWPP.

All landscape plant species must be fire resistant as described in the CWPP High Fire Hazard Area Landscape Requirements.

F. Section 604 "Defensible Space" is amended by adding the following:
604.1 General. Persons owning, leasing, controlling, operating or maintaining buildings or structures in, upon or adjoining hazardous fire areas, and persons owning, leasing or controlling land adjacent to such buildings or structures, shall follow defensible space requirements outlined in 604.3 through 604.5 For purposes of this section, defensible space requirements shall apply to persons owning, leasing or controlling land with hazardous vegetation that is within the required defensible space of structures on adjacent properties. 604.6 Distance Requirements: Maintain an effective firebreak by removing and clearing away flammable vegetation and combustible growth from areas within 30 to 150 feet of such buildings or structures as outlined in the following zones;

1. Coastal 30 to 50 feet brush clearance from structures

2. Coastal Interior 50 to 70 feet brush clearance from structures

3. Foothill 100 feet brush clearance from structures

4. Extreme Foothill 150 feet brush clearance from structures Exceptions:

1. Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or similar plants used as ground covers do not have to be removed, provided they do not form a means of rapidly transmitting fire from the native growth to any structure.

2. Grass and other vegetation located more than 30 feet from buildings or structures and less than 18 inches in height above the ground need not be removed where necessary to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.
604.7 Chimney Clearance. Remove portions of trees which extend within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the outlet of a chimney.
604.8 Overhanging Trees. Maintain trees adjacent to or overhanging a building free of deadwood.
604.9 Vines and Climbing Ornamental Plants: Existing vines and climbing plants attached to structures must be maintained in a well-watered condition, free of excessive dead material and trimmed to minimize fire propagation. 604.10 Roof Debris. Maintain the roof and gutters of a structure free of leaves, needles or other dead vegetation.
604.11 Additional Clearance Requirements. Within any High Fire Hazard Area additional brush clearance may be required on slopes greater than 30%. Slopes ranging between 30 and 40 % slope may require 200 feet clearance. Slopes ranging from 41 to 60% may require 250 to 300 foot clearance.
604.12 High Fire Hazard Area Fire Safe Landscaping. All parcels in the High Fire Hazard Area must meet defensible space requirements as outline in 4907.1. Defensible space requirements can be met though fire safe landscaping in accordance with The City of Santa Barbara CWPP High Fire Hazard Area Defensible Space and Landscape Requirements. 604.13 Vegetation Road Clearance. The owner, occupant or other person in control of any real property (vacant or developed) in, upon, or adjoining hazardous fire areas, and the owner, occupant or other person in control of real property adjacent to such property shall:
18 1. Maintain an area cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth for a distance of 10 feet on each side of portions of highways and private streets which are improved, designed or ordinarily used forvehicular traffic.

Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire.

2. Maintain an area cleared of all overhanging vegetation for a vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches within the full portion of highways andprivate streets which are improved, roadway and one foot (1 foot) on each side from the edge of the drivable roadway.
604.14 Unusual Circumstances. If the fire code official determines that difficult terrain, danger or erosion or other unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provisions ofSections 604 undesirable orimpractical, enforcement thereof may be suspended and approved alternative measures shallbeprovided.

G. Section 613 "Trespassing On Posted Property" is added to Chapter 6 to read as follows:
613.1 General. When the fire code official determines that a specific area within the High Fire Hazard Area presents an exceptional and continuing fire danger because of the density of natural growth, difficulty of terrain, proximity to structures or accessibility to the public, such areas shall be closed until changed conditions warrant termination of closure. Such areas shall be posted as hereinafter provides.
613.2 Signs. Approved signs prohibiting entry by unauthorized persons and referring to Section 4908.1 shall be placed on every closed area pursuant to this section. 613.3 Trespassing. Entering and remaining within areas closed and posted is prohibited.

Exception: Owners and occupiers of private or public property within closed and posted areas, their guests or invitees, and local, state and federal public officers and their authorized agents acting in the course of duty.
613.4 Tampering With Fire Department Locks, Barricades And Signs Locks, barricades, seals, cables, signs and markers installed within the High Fire Hazard Area, by or under the control of the fire code official, shall not be tampered with, mutilated, destroyed or removed. Gates, doors, barriers and locks installed by or under the control of the fire code official shall not be unlocked.

H. Section 614 "Ignition Sources" is added to Chapter 6 to read as follows:
614.1 General. Control of ignition sources in the High Fire Hazard Area shall be in accordance with 614.2 through 614.13.
614.2 Smoking. Lighting, igniting or otherwise setting fire to or smoking as defined in Title 9 of the Santa Barbara Municipal Code in public places in the High Fire Hazard Are is prohibited.
614.3 Spark Arresters. Chimneys used in conjunction with fireplaces, barbeques or heating appliances in which solid or liquid fuels is used, upon buildings, structures or premises located within 200 feet of the High Fire Hazard Area, shall be provided with a spark arrestor constructed with heavy wire mesh or other non-combustible material with openings not to exceed 1/4 inch.
614.4 Suppression Equipment for Gasoline-Fueled Internal Combustion EnginesOff Road Vehicles. No person shall use or operate any internal combustion engine which operates on hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, or grass covered land without providing, and maintaining in good working order, a spark arrester attached to the exhaust system, except for motorcycles, vehicles equipped with a muffler as defined by the California Vehicle 19 Code, such as motor trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles are not subject to the provisions of this section. Spark arresters affixed to the exhaust of engines shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.
614.5 Suppression Equipment For Gasoline-Fueled Internal Combustion EnginesTools. No person shall use or operate any portable saw, auger, drill, tamper or other portable tool powered by a gasoline-fueled internal combustion engine on or near any forest, brush, grass covered land, within 25 feet from any flammable material without providing at the immediate location a round point shovel or a 2A 10 BC fire extinguisher.

The above tools shall at no time be farther than 25 feet, with unrestricted access, from the operator to the point of operation.
614.6 Tracer Bullets, Tracer Charges, Rockets And Model Aircraft. Tracer bullets and tracer charges shall not be possessed, fired or caused to be fired into or across wildland urban interface areas. Rockets, model airplanes, gliders and balloons powered with an engine, propellant or other feature liable to start or cause fire shall not be fired or projected into or across the wildland urban interface area.
614.7 Apiaries. Lighted and smoldering material shall not be used in connection with smoking bees in or upon the High Fire Hazard Area except by permit from the fire code official.
614.8 Open Flame Devices. Welding torches, tar pots, decorative torches and other devices, machines or processes liable to start or cause fire shall not be operated or used in or upon the High Fire Hazard Area except by permit from the fire code official.

Exception: Use within habited premises or designated campsites which are a minimum of 30 feet from grass, grain, brush or forested areas.
614.9 Outdoor Fires. Outdoor fires shall not be built, ignited or maintained in or upon, the High Fire Hazard Area, except by permit from the fire code official. Permits shall incorporate such terms and conditions which will reasonably safeguard public safety and property. Outdoor fires shall not be built, ignited or maintained in or upon the High Fire Hazard Area under the following conditions:
a. When high winds are blowing;
b. When a person age 17 or over is not present at all times to watch and tend fire;or
c. When the fire code official declares a Red Flag Warning. 614.10 Outdoor Fireplaces and Barbeques. Permanent barbeques, portable barbeques, outdoor fireplaces or grills shall not be used for the disposal of rubbish, trash, or combustible waste material. Permanent barbeques outdoor fireplaces, portable barbeques and grills shall be a minimum of 30 feet from grass, grain, brush or forested areas, maintained in good repair and in a safe condition at all times. Openings in such appliances shall be provided with an approved spark arrester, screen, or door.

Exception: When approved, unprotected openings in barbeques and grills necessary for proper functioning.
614.11 Dumping. Garbage, cans, bottles, papers, ashes, refuse, trash, rubbish or combustible waste material shall not be placed, deposited ordumped in or upon the High Fire Hazard Area or in, upon or along trails, roadways or highways in the High Fire Hazard Area.

Exception: Approved public and private dumping areas.
20 614.12 Disposal Of Ashes. Ashes and coals shall not be placed, deposited or dumped in or upon the High Fire Hazard Area.

Exception: (1) In the hearth of an established fire pit, camp stove or fireplace, (2) In a noncombustible container with a tight fitting lid, which is kept or maintained in a safe location not less than 10 feet from combustible vegetation or structures, (3) Where such ashes or coals are buried and covered with 1 foot of mineral earth not less than 25 feet from combustible vegetation or structures.
614.13 Use Of Fire Roads And Firebreaks. Motorcycles, motor scooters and motor vehicles shall not be driven or parked upon, and trespassing is prohibited upon, fire roads or firebreaks beyond the point where travel is restricted by a cable, gate or sign, without the permission of the property owners. Vehicles shall not be parked in a manner which obstructs the entrance to a fire road or firebreak.

Exception: Public officers acting within their scope of duty.

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: City Administrator’s Office
SUBJECT: Appointments to City Advisory Groups
RECOMMENDATION: That Council make appointments to the City’s Advisory Groups.

DISCUSSION:

On October 21, 2025, the Council interviewed applicants for vacant positions on various City Advisory Groups, both in person and virtually. On September 16, October 6, October 20, and November 3, 2025, the Santa Barbara Youth Council (SBYC) interviewed SBYC applicants.

The Guidelines for the City of Santa Barbara Advisory Groups (Guidelines), Resolution No. 25-096, states that applicants are to appear for an interview before the City Council; and applicants to SBYC are to appear for an interview before both the current SBYC and the City Council. Applicants failing to appear for an interview are removed from the list of those eligible for appointment. Per the Guidelines, an applicant that failed to appear for an interview with City Council can only be added to the list of eligible applicants at the request of a Councilmember pending a majority vote.

Attachment 1 is a memorandum from the Santa Barbara Youth Council regarding their recommendations to City Council, for appointment to the SBYC. Attachment 2 is a list of all applicants that are eligible for appointment.

The appointments to the Advisory Groups will be effective January 1, 2026. Per the Guidelines, terms left unfinished due to unscheduled vacancies are filled with new applicants first to serve the remainder of that term, if applicable.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Memo from SBYC dated November 12, 2025

2. List of Eligible Applicants

PREPARED AND
SUBMITTED BY: Norma Welche, Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
Agenda Item No. 11
File Code No. 140.05
City of Santa Barbara
Parks and Recreation Department
Memorandum
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Santa Barbara Youth Council
SUBJECT: Recommendations for Appointment to the Santa Barbara Youth Council – Fall Advisory Board Recruitment Cycle 2025
On March 27, 2012, the City Council approved Resolution No. 12-018, formally establishing the Santa Barbara Youth Council as a City Council advisory committee. Resolution No. 12- 018 stipulated applicants for vacant Youth Council positions would be interviewed by both the Mayor and City Council and the sitting Youth Council. After which, the Youth Council would submit its recommendations for Council consideration for filling vacant positions as part of the regular semi-annual recruitment and appointment process for City Council boards and commissions.

On April 22, 2025, City Council approved Resolution No. 25-041 amending Resolution No. 12-018 by revising the Santa Barbara Youth Council’s membership requirements to ensure fewer vacancies arise during recruitment cycles.

The Youth Council conducted applicant interviews on September 15, October 6, October 20, and November 3, 2025. On November 3, 2025, the Santa Barbara Youth Council voted to send the following recommendations to the City Council for vacant Youth Council positions based on the desire to maintain a diverse board of individuals with proven leadership skills, past participation and experience, and the ability to fulfill the necessary time commitment.

1. Bella Warmerdam, (SBUSD, DPHS - City)

2. Julia Kramer (SBUSD, SBHS - City)

3. Ellie Cogert (SBUSD, SBHS – City)

4. Piper McGinnis (Private – City)
PREPARED BY: Nicole Morgan, Recreation Coordinator
ATTACHMENT 1
ATTACHMENT 2
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 1
Fall Recruitment 2025

ACCESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Category: Members may be residents of the City or County, and should be members and professionals from one of the following categories:
 Disability Community;
 Architectural, Engineering, or Building Communities; or  Members at-large from the community.
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Skylar Covich 12/7/2021
(4 years)
City Resident
Disability Community category
Arielle Goodson

1. CDHSC

2. Harbor Commission

3. Airport Commission

4. HLC

5. Access Advisory Committee
 County Resident
 Also applied for Airport
Commission; CDHSC; HLC; and
Harbor Commission
 At-large Community category
City/County Resident
(2)
Barbara Chen 1. Airport Commission

2. Access Advisory Committee
 County Resident
 Also applied for Airport Commission
 At-large Community category
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 2

AIRPORT COMMISSION
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Category: Qualified electors* from the City or County.  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Levi Maaia
12/7/2021
(4 years)  City Resident
Hovik Yekiazarian

1. Planning Commission

2. Airport Commission
 City Resident
 Also applied for Planning
Commission
Barbara Chen 1. Airport Commission

2. Access Advisory Committee
 County Resident
 Also applied for AAC
Dan Glaeser
12/7/2021
(4 years)
Arielle Goodson

1. CDHSC

2. Harbor Commission

3. Airport Commission

4. HLC

5. Access Advisory Committee
 County Resident
Also applied for Access Advisory
Committee; CDHSC; HLC; and
Harbor Commission
Qualified Elector –
City/County (2)
Jeffrey Lovegreen  City Resident
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 3

ARTS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
 Five vacancies.
 Term Expiration:
 December 31, 2027;
 December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Category: Members may be residents of the South Coast area of Santa Barbara County. Members should be persons with acknowledged accomplishments in the arts and persons who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to cultural arts and art activities.
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
John Bielecki
Carole Goodman 6/11/2024
(1 year, 6 months)
Michael Long
Darrell McNeill
6/28/2022
(3 years, 6 months)
Justine Forgea
County Resident (5)
Jack Mohr
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 4

BUILDING AND FIRE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expirations:
 June 30, 2026
 June 30, 2028
 Qualifications/Category: Residents of the City or the adjoining area of Santa Barbara County who demonstrate knowledge and expertise in specialty areas governed by the construction and fire codes of the City.  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
City/County Resident (2) NONE
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 5

CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
 One vacancy.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2026
 Qualifications/Category: Qualified electors* from the City  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Qualified Elector –
City (1) Michael Dean
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 6

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
 Five vacancies.
 Term Expirations:
 December 31, 2026 (Eastside Community)
 December 31, 2027 (Latino Community)
 December 31, 2028 (Downtown Area Neighborhood; Disabled Community)  December 31, 2029 (African American Community)
 Qualifications/Category: Members must be employees or residents of the designated organizations/neighborhoods and be qualified electors of the County.
 Downtown Area Neighborhood;
 Latino Community;
 Eastside Community;
 Disabled Community; and
 African American Community
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Eastside Community (1) NONE
Downtown Area Neighborhood (1) Daniel Johnsen 1. CDHSC

2. NAC  Also applied for NAC
Disabled Community (1) Jacob Lesner-Buxton 6/27/2023
(2 years, 6 months)
 Term expired 12/31/2024 and has
been continuing to serve.

Latino Community (1) NONE
African American Community (1) Arielle Goodson

1. CDHSC

2. Harbor Commission

3. Airport Commission

4. HLC

5. Access Advisory
Committee
 County Resident
 Also applied for Access Advisory
Committee; Airport Commission;
HLC; and Harbor Commission
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 7

COMMUNITY EVENTS AND FESTIVALS COMMITTEE
 One vacancy.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2026
 Qualifications/Category: Members must be a representative of the Cultural Arts.  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of Vacancies)
APPLICANT Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Hanna Haggerty
Cultural Arts (1) Katrina Carl
Benjamin Goedert
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 8

DOWNTOWN PARKING COMMITTEE
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Categories: Members must be qualified electors* of the City or County of Santa Barbara.  Up to two new appointees may be qualified electors* of the County.  Appointee may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Hannah Cohen  City Resident
William “Trey” Pinner 6/28/2011
(14 years, 6 months)  City Resident
City/County Resident
(2)
Sean Pratt 12/17/2013
(12 years)  City Resident
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 9

HARBOR COMMISSION
 Three vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Categories: Members must be qualified electors* of the City or County of Santa Barbara.  Only one new appointee may be a qualified elector* of the County.  Appointee may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
William “Seth” Anderson 12/7/2021
(4 years)  City Resident
Nathan Camp  City Resident
Jonathan Gartner  City Resident
William Sofrin  City Resident
Paul Spieler  City Resident
Sigrid Toye  County Resident
Arielle Goodson

1. CDHSC

2. Harbor Commission

3. Airport Commission

4. HLC

5. Access Advisory Committee
 County Resident
 Also applied for Access
Advisory Committee; Airport
Commission; CDHSC; and
HLC
Spenser Jaimes  City Resident
Qualified Elector –
City/County (3)
John Stedman 12/12/2017
(8 years)  City Resident
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 10

HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration:
 December 31, 2027
 December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Category: Members may be qualified electors* of the City or non-City residents, and meet one of the following categories:
 Licensed Architect;
 Professional Architectural Historian;
 Licensed Landscape Architect; or
 Member representing the Public at Large.
 NOTE: Up to two new appointees can be Non-City residents.  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Keith Butler 12/7/2024
(4 years)
 City
 Public at Large
Julien Hradecky  City, NOT QE
Qualified Elector of the  Public at Large
City/Non-City Resident
(2)
Arielle Goodson

1. CDHSC

2. Harbor Commission

3. Airport Commission

4. HLC

5. Civil Service Commission

6. Access Advisory Committee
 Non-City Resident
 Also applied for Access
Advisory Committee; Airport
Commission; Civil Service
Commission; CDHSC; and
Harbor Commission
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 11

LIBRARY BOARD
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Categories: Qualified elector* of the City.  Appointee may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Amber Caldwell 6/27/2023
(2 years, 6 months)
Donald Jay Patterson
Bethany Prince
Qualified Elector – City
(2)
Eileen Smith
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 12

NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY COUNCIL
 Four vacancies.
 Term Expirations:
 December 31, 2028 (Neighborhood Representative x 1; Public at Large x 1)  December 31, 2029 (Public at Large x 2)
 Qualifications/Categories: Public at large representatives may reside anywhere within City limits. Neighborhood representatives must be residents of the following neighborhoods, and no more than three members can represent one specific neighborhood:
 Lower Eastside (2 openings);
 Laguna (2 openings);
 West Downtown (3 openings);
 Westside (2 openings);
 Lower Westside (2 openings); and
 Public at Large (3 openings).
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Richard Burkemper  Laguna Neighborhood
Daniel Johnsen 1. CDHSC

2. NAC
 West Downtown Neighborhood
 Also applied for CDHSC
Neighborhood
Representative or
Public at Large (4)
Aaron Jones  Public at Large
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 13

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
 Four vacancies.
 Term Expiration:
 June 30, 2026 (Youth Intern**)
 December 31, 2029 (Qualified Electors*)
 Qualifications/Categories:
 **Youth Intern: One youth intern who is not a member of the Commission and is a high school student volunteer who resides within the Santa Barbara High School District or attends other high schools within the City limits and is nominated by the principal of the student’s high school. The student shall be either in their junior or senior year of high school and shall be and remain a student in good standing as is determined by the high school. A student that graduates shall not serve for more than three (3) months following graduation.  Members must be qualified electors* of the City.
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Youth Intern (1) NONE
Kathy McGill 12/12/2017
(8 years)
Robert Nielsen 11/19/2024
(1 year)
Qualified Elector –
City (3)
Sebastian Aldana 12/7/2021
(4 years)
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 14

PLANNING COMMISSION
 Two vacancies.
 Term Expiration: December 31, 2029
 Qualifications/Categories: Qualified elector* of the City.  Appointee may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Hovik Yekiazarian

1. Planning Commission

2. Airport Commission  Also applied for Airport Commission John Baucke
12/7/2021
(4 years)
Qualified Elector – City
(2)
Devon Wardlow
12/7/2021
(4 years)
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 15

RENTAL HOUSING MEDIATION BOARD
 Five vacancies.
 Term Expiration:
 December 31, 2027 (Landlord Mediator x 2);
 December 31, 2028 (Landlord Mediator);
 December 31, 2029 (Homeowner Mediator; Tenant Mediator)  Qualifications/Categories: The majority of members (8) must be residents of the City of Santa Barbara. Non-City resident members must reside in a jurisdiction which contracts with the Rental Housing Mediation Program for services (currently Goleta and Carpinteria). Member must meet one of the following categories:
 Landlord Mediator who owns or manages residential properties for consideration or compensation, whether single or multiple units.
 Tenant Mediator who rents or leases their residence and must not own residential property.  Homeowner Mediator who must own their own residence and may not own any other residential property.  Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Allison MacPherson  City Resident Landlord Mediator –
City/County (3)
Diane Pannkuk  City Resident
E Howard Green 6/11/2024
(1 year, 6 months)  City Resident
Tenant Mediator –
City/County (1)
Kari Weber  City Resident
Homeowner Mediator –
City/County (1) Daniel Herlinger 6/28/2005
(20 years, 6 months)  City Resident
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 16

SANTA BARBARA YOUTH COUNCIL
 Six vacancies.
 Term Expirations:
 June 30, 2026 (Public at Large x 1)
 June 30, 2027 (SBUSD High School students x 4; Local Private HS/Independent Studies x 1)  Qualifications/Categories: Members must be between the ages of 13-19 years and may be residents of the City or County. Majority of members must be City residents. Members must represent the following:
 Four members must be students attending a Santa Barbara Union School District high school:
o No more than 3 members can be from any one High School:
 SMHS (0 openings); SBHS (1 opening); DPHS (3 openings)  One member must be a student attending a Local Private School or independent studies;  One member representing the Public at Large.
 Note: Up to 2 new members may be County residents.
 Note: All applicants also fit the category of Public at Large.

Applicants must appear for an interview before the Santa Barbara Youth Council and City Council.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Ellie Cogert  SBHS
 City resident
Julia Kramer  SBHS
 City resident
SBUSD High School –
City/County (4)
Bella Warmerdam  DPHS
 City Resident
Julia Probstel  Laguna Blanca
 City Resident Local Private/Ind.

Studies – City/County
(1) Piper McGinnis  SBMS
 County Resident
Public at Large –
City/County (1) NONE
*Registered voter in the City/County of Santa Barbara
who is a US citizen aged 18 years or older. 17

SINGLE FAMILY DESIGN BOARD
 One vacancy.
 Term Expiration: June 30, 2029
 Qualifications/Category: Members must be residents of the County of Santa Barbara and meet one of the following categories:
 Appointee must possess professional qualifications in fields related to architecture, including but not limited to, architecture or landscape architecture, including, but not limited to, building design, structural engineering, industrial design, urban planning, or landscape contracting; or  Appointee must be a Licensed Architect; or
 Appointee must represent the Public at Large.
 Appointees may not hold any full-time paid office or employment in City government.

CATEGORY
(Number of
Vacancies)

APPLICANT
Incumbent
Appt. Date
(Years Served)
Applicant’s
Preference
(1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Notes
Shahab Parsa  Professional Qualifications
County Resident (1)
Lauren Rolph  Licensed Architect

CITY OF SANTA BARBARA

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: December 2, 2025
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: City Administrator’s Office
SUBJECT: Disposition and Development Agreement Between the City of Santa Barbara and Alliance Bernstein for the Proposed Redevelopment at Paseo Nuevo [Ordinance Introduction; Agreement]
RECOMMENDATION: That Council:

A. Introduce and subsequently adopt, by reading of title only, an Ordinance Finding the Project Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Under Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 and Approving and Authorizing Execution of the Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project Development and Disposition Agreement between the City of Santa Barbara and Paseo Propco, LLC; and
B. Direct the Community Development Director to file promptly a notice of exemption for the project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

SUMMARY:

The Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment Project represents a major opportunity to revitalize the center of Downtown Santa Barbara through redevelopment of the existing Paseo Nuevo Mall into a vibrant, mixed-use residential district. The proposed Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) has been negotiated between the City of Santa Barbara and Paseo Propco LLC, an affiliate of Alliance Bernstein Commercial. consistent with the direction given by the City Council at its meeting of August 5, 2025. Paseo Propco LLC is referred to in this Agenda Report and the DDA as the Developer. Paseo Propco LLC is the current ground lessee to all of the Paseo Nuevo Mall property except for the former Nordstrom parcel. The DDA establishes the terms for redevelopment of the site through transfer of the City’s fee interest in specific areas of the Paseo Nuevo Mall including the former Macy’s parcel, the in-line retail parcel, and the parking Lot 1 parcel (“Paseo Nuevo Transfer Parcels ”). The transfer of the parcels will facilitate construction of new commercial space and housing on the former Macy’s building parcel, consistent with the General Plan and goals of the State Street Master Plan and creating a catalyst for further downtown redevelopment. The former Nordstrom’s parcel is subject to a separate ground lease and Agenda Item No. 12
File Code No. 170.01
Council Agenda Report
Disposition and Development Agreement Between the City of Santa Barbara and Alliance Bernstein for the Proposed Redevelopment at Paseo Nuevo [Ordinance Introduction; Agreement]
December 2, 2025