CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
CITY COUNCIL
Randy Rowse
Mayor
Kristen W. Sneddon
Mayor Pro Tempore
Kelly McAdoo
City Administrator
Oscar Gutierrez
Ordinance Committee Chair
John S. Doimas
City Attorney
Eric Friedman
Finance Committee Chair
Meagan Harmon
Mike Jordan
Wendy Santamaria
City Hall
735 Anacapa Street
http://www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026, 9:00 AM
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS LISTED ON THE AGENDA
WORK SESSION
1. Subject: Budget Work Session for Fiscal Year 2027
Recommendation: That Council hear a presentation from Staff related to the development of the Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and provide direction to Staff.
ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
AGENDA DATE: April 9, 2026
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Finance Department
SUBJECT: Budget Work Session for Fiscal Year 2027
RECOMMENDATION:
That Council hear a presentation from staff related to the development of the Operating and Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 and provide direction to staff prior to the presentation of the City Administrator’s recommended budget on April 21.
DISCUSSION:
On April 21, 2026, the City Administrator will present the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2027, to City Council as required by City Charter. This will be followed by two public hearings to present the General Fund and all Other Funds to the City Council and the public.
This budget work session is held in advance of finalizing and issuing the recommended budget to provide the City Council and the public with an overview of the City’s finances, financial and budgeting challenges the City is facing, and department major work efforts and priorities. Staff will provide a summary of the recent revenue trends, projected costs, and a long-term forecast of the City’s finances. Staff will then present a brief update of efforts to abate the current and projected budget deficit.
ATTACHMENTS: 1. Strategic Plan – First Year Work Plan
2. Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Options by Tier
3. Measure C Detail
4. Housing Expenditures
5. Fiscal Year 2026 Community Events, Grant Awards & Other Partnerships
6. General Fund Requests Over $100,000
7. Office of Housing and Community Vitality Program Budget Agenda Item No. 1
Council Agenda Report
Budget Work Session for Fiscal Year 2027
April 9, 2026
Rev. 041019
PREPARED BY: Natalija Glusac, Budget Manager
SUBMITTED BY: Keith DeMartini, Finance Director
APPROVED BY: Kelly McAdoo, City Administrator
Objective Initiatives Responsible
Lead Current Status AnticipatedCompletion Notes Date Last Updated
Complete feasibility analysis for alternative storm water compliance on State Street S&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete design of City Hall rain garden S&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete the State Street Master Plan in coordination with vision and design with Moule and Polyzoides CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25
Initiate short-term action plan items in support of State Street Master Plan CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify top five implementation projects for downtown CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Collaborating to ensure that public safety services are at the forefront of planning and implementation PD / FD / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Paseo Nuevo - finalize Disposition and Development Agreement CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Establish a final design concept for De La Guerra Plaza CAO Not Yet Started Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Cultivate sustainable public-private partnerships with local businesses (e.g., coffee cup pilot, clean business certifications, food waste grants) S&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Develop and issue a request for proposals (RFP) for an Economic Development plan CAO Not Yet Started Q1 2026 8-Dec-25
Coordinate closely with DSBIA and contracted services to ensure shared objectives are being achieved for cleanliness, landscaping, and other beautification projects CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Establish an economic development dashboard for the public CAO / Finance Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Promote the City as an attractive place to start or build a business CD / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Review opportunities for research, programs, business incentives, and financial assistance/loan programs to enhance the City's small business support CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Attract diverse industries to Santa Barbara by: (1) developing "suitable sites" inventory and opportunities; and (2) identifying target industries CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Begin asset management analysis for City properties CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Create real estate strategy for downtown in coordination with real estate groups - ensure the City is aware of the vacancies and potential occupants CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Begin review and RFP for a retail strategy and vibrancy study CAO In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete Maintenance Ordinance for property and under-utilized structures downtown CAO In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25
Research finance mechanisms that can help support capital projects and loan/grant programs downtown CAO / Finance In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop long-term financial and operational strategy for Downtown Parking CAO / Finance In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Maintain strong partnerships with businesses, property owners, and real estate groups and hold regular meetings to provide City updates and hear projects and issues from those groups
CD / CAO In Progress Continuous
8-Dec-25
Ensure fire protection services reinforce community safety and confidence Fire In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Maintain strong partnership between PD and businesses, residents and neighborhood groups PD CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Negotiate two sales tax generating leases in airport specific plan area Airport Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Publish East Site FBO RFP Airport Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete a Waterfront branding strategy with the City Waterfront In Progress Q2 2026 Review current Waterfront tenant mix and evaluate tenant performance Waterfront Not Yet Started Q2 2026 Develop standardized leasing policy (citywide) ALL Not Yet Started Q4 2026 Identify policy and infrastructure projects that support Commercial Fishing and the Blue Economy Waterfront Not Yet Started Q4 2026
Announce new airline route Airport Complete Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Explore Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) CAO / Finance / CD In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Continue and expand Clean Community Neighborhood Clean Ups S&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Launch Community Tree Program and continue Santa Barbara Clean Energy (SBCE) climate tree giveaway S&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Stimulate Economic and Community Vitality - Year 1 Implementation Increase neighborhood vitality and
placemaking
Support a thriving local economy
Adopt the State Street Master Plan and
implement downtown improvements
Santa Barbara supports a dynamic economy fueled by a thriving downtown and economic corridors, a diverse mix of industries, and systems that support local businesses. Through innovative partnerships, clear planning, and strategic investment, the City fosters long-term economic success that is reflective of community needs.
ATTACHMENT 1
Implement Parkway Retrofit Program for proactive storm water capture P&R / PW / S&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Complete community engagement and framework for Parks and Recreation Master Plan P&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25
Facilitate and support the arts, local festivals, and community events in parks, galleries, and public open spaces P&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Initiate development of key economic corridor plans (i.e. Milpas, San Andres, De La Vina, Upper State, etc.) that integrate neighborhood vitality initiatives CAO / PW Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Initiate Public Arts Plan Library Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete the Asphalt Art Initiative on State Street CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Initiate Public Art in Parks policy development P&R Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Update Title 15 to streamline guidelines related to community events, safe use of public parks and promote equal access P&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Initiate an updated special event and activations program, and establish a temporary use permit for activations downtown P&R / CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop special events waste reduction grant program S&R Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Explore increased opportunities for public outreach for City-led projects and events CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Adopt a Property Maintenance Ordinance CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Launch Flag Program on Milpas in partnership with Santa Barbara Bowl CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Coordinated Waterfront branding strategy with City Waterfront In Progress Q2 2026 Minor repairs to protect General Western Aero Hangars Airport In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Coordinate with external stakeholders to identify pain points in the permitting process and identify what works well (success stories) CD / CAO / S&R / PW Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Expand offering of "fast and free" permitting for home electrification measures S&R Complete Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Launch Storm Water Management Program (SWMP) outreach road show to educate and demystify the storm water program, generate user tools to help with smoother permitting process
S&R / PW In Progress Q2 2026
8-Dec-25
Onboard new Ombudsperson responsible for assisting downtown commercial projects and affordable housing through the development process CAO Not Yet Started Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 90% of business tax certificates are issued electronically Finance In Progress Q1 2026 Renewal season began in December 2025 8-Dec-25 10% of city vendors are paid electronically Finance In Progress Q2 2026 Virtual pay implemented in Fall 2025, ACH to be implemented 8-Dec-25 Improve the customer experience ALL In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Adopt and implement the Single Family Streamlining Amendments (HE-5) CD In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Adopt and implement the Adaptive Reuse Ordinance (HE-1) CD Complete Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Continually evaluate fire permitting processes CD / Fire / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Update the permits for outdoor dining on private property, parklets, and dining on State Street to be consistent and simplified CAO / CD / PW Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify permitting efficiencies for housing downtown, such as storm water requirements CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25
Enhance SB Connect experience by channeling all constituent communication through this platform. Link other platform to connect directly to SB Connect. IT / CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Simplify resident requests for on-street parking changes CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement DataTicket for Resident Permit Parking Program (simplifies RPP application and permit issuance; enables use of license plates as permits and LPR enforcement).
CAO In Progress Q2 2026
8-Dec-25
Support Waterfront tenants with streamlining permit process and tenant improvements Waterfront In Progress Q2 2026
Improve the parking process and experience within the Waterfront Waterfront In Progress Q2 2026 Improve Accela functions for Special Events Permitting process to better guide applicants and support Special Events P&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Set airport independent operator permit insurance requirements to industry standards and issue permits to independent flight instructors Airport In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Simplify the permitting process and
support the customer experience
Objective Initiatives Responsible Lead Current Status Anticipated Completion Notes Date Last
Updated
Develop a centralized repository for disaster information, photos, and records Fire Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Establish Eastside Library as a community resilience hub (backup battery power, vehicle charging) Library Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Create incentive programs that advance fire and climate resilience (SBCE, Creeks, Solid Waste) S&R Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25
Educate Waterfront community on tsunami response plan and make resources available Waterfront Not Yet Started Q2 2026
Enhance collaboration / coordination with key partners to facilitate coordinated planning and response Waterfront In Progress Q2 2026
Partner with Promotores to ensure equitable outreach and engagement Fire In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Expand community safety trainings Fire / Waterfront Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Create a community risk reduction program Fire Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Enhance collaboration/coordination with key partners to facilitate coordinated planning and response to emergencies and disasters Fire In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Implement expanded Wildland Assessment District Fire In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Renew SCE agreement for use of P&R facilities for PSPS Events P&R In Progress Q1 2026 Continue wildfire resiliency and habitat restoration in 24 open space parks P&R/Fire In Progress Q4 2027 8-Dec-25 Upgrade Emergency Operations Center (EOC) facilities Fire In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Updated Emergency Operations Plan Fire In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement fire pre-planning software Fire In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Sustained support of Regional Fire Communications Center Fire In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Daylight Standards of Coverage (SOC) Study Fire Complete Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Complete Waterfront, Water/Wastewater System Adaptation Plans S&R / Waterfront / Water Resources In Progress Q2 2026
8-Dec-25
Expand access to and awareness of regional Resilience Hubs S&R / Library / PW In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Mitigate threats resulting from sea level rise and major storms S&R /P&R/ Waterfront / PW / Water Resources In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25
Complete the Waterfront Sea Level Adaptation Plan Waterfront In Progress Q4 2026 Design Mission Creek Pathway and Fish Passage project S&R / PW Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Adopt Creek Buffer Ordinance S&R In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop policy/permitting pathways for all-electric buildings S&R / CD Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop transportation options that promote walkability and multi-use corridors S&R / PW Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Enhance public EV charging infrastructure (adding 200+ chargers) S&R / PW / CAO In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Launch Green Infrastructure and Master stormwater Drainage Plan Development S&R / PW Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop Community Trees Program P&R / S&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement Parkway Retrofit Program for proactive stormwater capture P&R / S&R / PW Operationalized Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Conduct Municipal Facilities Condition Assessment and Electrification Plan PW / S&R/ P&R Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop a Countywide erosion and flooding monitoring program PW / S&R Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Design Sycamore Creek Restoration Project, pursue funding for construction S&R/PW In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Deploy renewable energy, backup energy systems, electric mechanical systems, EV charging, and microgrids at City facilities CAO / PW / S&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Complete construction of new Police headquarters PD / PW In Progress Q2 2027 8-Dec-25 Complete construction of Dwight Murphy Field Renovation P&R/PW In Progress Q1 2027 8-Dec-25 Complete Building Permit Process for Ortega Park Revitalization Project P&R/CDD In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete Urban Forest Inventory and Master Plan Updates P&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Complete renovation of Plaza Vera Cruz Community Building P&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop approach to address structural needs in key recreation facilities (Carrillo Gym and Los Banos) P&R / PW In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Temporary improvements to Carneros Creek area to prevent airport flooding Airport / S&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Create a multitude of maps in GIS related to the Safe Streets for All Planning Effort IT / PW Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Enhance Community Resiliency and Safety - Year 1 Implementation Invest in infrastructure improvements that
support climate adapatation and protect
community assets
Increase community emergency
preparedness
Santa Barbara is a resilient and prepared community. The City leverages resources and partnerships to respond to increasing risks, while investing in infrastructure that reflects a commitment to climate adaptation, sustainability, and safety for all community members.
Submit grants and work on capital infrastructure projects on active transportation, Vision Zero, Safe Routes to School, and Climate Action Plan PW / S&R In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Assess PD and FD staffing needs for new enforcement and education initiatives (i.e., e-bikes, street vendors, etc.) PW / PD / FD In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Create local response capacity by supporting employee's ability to live in the community HR / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25
Provide fully staffed and equipped public safety departments HR / PD / FD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Complete the fire department Standards of Coverage (SOC) study FD Complete Q3 2025 8-Dec-25 Finalize technology improvements to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) IT FD Nearing Completion Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Update Fire Department Five-Year Strategic Plan FD Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Continue aggressive vegetation management practices and encourage FireWise communities FD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25
Improve Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating/consider accreditation FD In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Establish Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Program FD Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Initiate and complete a Police Department Strategic Plan with employee and community engagement PD In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25
Hire a Crime Analyst to support data-driven policing and resource allocation PD Complete Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Complete microplastic study for improved water quality S&R / Water Resources Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Continue and expand Clean Community Neighborhood Clean Ups S&R Operationalized Continuous 8-Dec-25 Implement an electric-preferred reach code S&R / CD Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement updated single use material ordinance S&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Expand textile recycling program S&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Remove Stearn's Wharf Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) S&R / Waterfront In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Expand BCycle Program through Clean Mobility Options (CMO) grant PW / S&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Prepare zoning ordinance amendments and MEA updates to implement resource protection policies and standards (HE-9) CD Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Strengthen public safety services
Advance clean air, clean water, and
clean spaces initiatives in support of
public health
Objective Initiatives Responsible
Lead Current Status Anticipated Completion Notes Date Last Updated
Complete analysis of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District's (EIFD) ability to raise funding for affordable housing development and identify suitable sites CD / CAO / Finance In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify sustainable funding sources to maintain contributions to the Local Housing Trust Fund (LHTF) CAO In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25
Leverage public and private funding sources for all housing types CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Pursue opportunities to deliver workforce housing CD / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Evaluate Hotel Zones to prioritize residential use (HE-20) CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Update the Affordable Housing Policies and Procedures to reflect any changes to the inclusionary housing ordinances CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Evaluate and propose applicable zoning amendments to the City's Inclusionary Housing Ordinances (HE-13) CD / CAO In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop Housing and Homelessness Action Plan with engagement from agency partners and broader community stakeholders CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Complete research, draft ordinance, and facilitate community engagement in support of a comprehensive rent stabilization program. CAO In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Monitor trends and evaluate the Conversion of Residential Units to Condos and Hotels to determine if amendments are needed to strengthen this provision and ensure no net loss of affordable units. Prepare any needed Zoning Ordinance amendments per the results of the evaluation. (HE-21)
CD Not Yet Started Q4 2026
8-Dec-25
Create, adopt, and enforce the short-term-rental ordinance citywide (HE-19) CD In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Increase accessibility and awareness of existing programming and services CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify opportunities to expand support for vulnerable populations including seniors, at-risk youth, and people experiencing homelessness CAO In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify new partnerships to expand youth, adult and senior programming in community centers P&R In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25
Implementation of Access Advisory Committee recommendations PW In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Collaborate with regional partners to increase number of mental health treatment beds PD / CAO In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25
Develop a Digital Accessibility Plan IT / CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Continue public education including CERT and LISTOS programs to support diverse community needs FD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Expand the capacity of the SBPD Co-Response Team Program PD In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement the SBPD Blue Envelope Program to support neurodiverse community members during contacts with officers PD Complete Q3 2025 8-Dec-25 Prioritize support for youth programs including Police Activities League and explore more organizational partnerships to increase youth engagement PD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Increase community engagement activities with PD by 10% annually and grow social media presence and engagement PD In Progress Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Review options to provide greater access to slips, mooring, and Waterfront recreation Waterfront In Progress Q4 2026
Complete acquisition of PATH shelter and support the transition to an interim service provider beginning Dec 1 CAO Nearing Completion Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Facilitate RFP and provider selection process for Downtown Navigation Center to support people experiencing homelessness with case management, housing CAO Nearing Completion Q4 2025 8-Dec-25 Strengthen Housing and Community Services - Year 1 Implementation Increase housing affordability and
production
Promote housing stability and tenant
protections
Strengthen services to support diverse
populations and the complexity of
needs
Santa Barbara strengthens our community by delivering supportive services that meet diverse needs and increasing housing supply—each essential to fostering well-being and stability for all, especially our most vulnerable residents.
Objective Initiatives Responsible Lead Current Status Anticipated Completion Notes Date Last
Updated
Adopt a balanced budget annually for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds Finance In Progress Continous 8-Dec-25 Meet or exceed the City Council adopted Reserve Policy Targets for the General Fund, Enterprise Funds and Internal Service Funds Finance In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Maintain an overall city credit rating of "very high" or "highest" Finance In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Receive an unmodified "clean" audit report with no significant deficiencies or material weaknesses Finance In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Meet or exceed a pension funding level of 70% Finance In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Ensure all fees charged by departments are in line with the City Council adopted Cost Recovery and Revenue Policy Finance In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Prepare a LDT Fee Study for Planning Applications Finance / CD Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Achieve full cost recovery for billing engineering service PW / Finance Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Identify other revenue enhancements and cost savings measures and receive direction from the City Council Finance In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop Sustainability micro-training video series S&R In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Host a City Day of Climate Action S&R HR In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Foster increased collaboration cross-departmentally ALL In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Offer Sustainability in Action Class (part of Leadership Training Series) S&R Operationalized Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Strengthen employee recruitment and retention efforts HR In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Pursue regionally competitive compensation HR In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Improve employee appreciation, training, and career development efforts HR In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Create an IT Strategic Plan aligned with the organizations goals IT In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Implement regular internal LDT meetings for discussion and coordination CD / CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Conduct employee surveys every 2-3 years to get feedback on job satisfaction and opportunities for improvement HR Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Operate a PD Employee Wellness Program (mental health, peer support, fitness) PD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Prepare for transition to new Police Headquarters PD / PW Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Maintain enhanced commuter incentive program (SmartRide) S&R Complete Q3 2025 8-Dec-25 Expand curriculum and funding for Youth Apprentice and job training program Library / P&R Not Yet Started Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop citywide Intern program HR / CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Improve technology training IT / HR In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Implement classification and compensation study HR / CAO / Finance In Progress Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop a comprehensive mentorship program that will provide structured mentorship, cross-functional training, and career development pathways for City staff
CAO / HR In Progress Q2 2026
8-Dec-25
Maintain PD recruitment and retention efforts to support a safe, vibrant community PD In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Work with Promotores to expand Spanish outreach and engagement CAO Not Yet Started Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Launch SWMP outreach road show to educate and demystify the stormwater program, generate user tools to help with smoother permitting process S&R In Progress Q3 2026 8-Dec-25 Facilitate district town hall forums every other month (each district in one year) in collaboration with the Neighborhood Advisory Council CAO In Progress Q1 2026 8-Dec-25 Foster additional engagement with community partners in problem-solving ALL In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Increase transparency and community education ALL In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Complete community satisfaction survey every three years CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop customer service standards and training HR Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Hold each other accountable and increase accountability to the community (evaluate performance management system, incorporating values, etc.) ALL In Progress Continuous 8-Dec-25 Create standards for citywide CRM (SB Connect) IT / CAO In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25 Expand public facing web mapping applications IT In Progress Continuous 9-Dec-25 Ensure a Thriving City Organization - Year 1 Implementation Achieve financial stability
Foster a strong organizational culture
Attract and retain a skilled workforce
Increase public trust and community
engagement
Santa Barbara is a high-performing organization where employees are supported, valued, and inspired to serve. Through strategic investments in people, planning, and fiscal health, the City maintains a stable budget and earns the trust of both staff and the community.
Perform post-project surveys to assess client and community satisfaction CD Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Develop a Digital Accessibility Plan IT / CAO Not Yet Started Q4 2026 8-Dec-25 Work with Noise Working group and consultant to design better plane instrument approaches focused on noise improvements Airport In Progress Q2 2026 8-Dec-25
ATTACHMENT 2
FY2026 FY2027
Explore additional cannabis-related revenue generating opportunities (e.g. lounges, etc.) 150,000
Pursue Opportunities for commercial development on Airport property that can generate Sales Tax Revenue - -
Sidewalk Dining on 500 Block of State Street 91,200
Adjust fees to improve cost recovery 345,477
Eliminate UUT reimbursement to Land Development Engineering and increase fees to achieve cost recovery - -
Increase outdoor dining rates to market 50,000 190,000
Increase outdoor dining rates to pre-Thomas Fire 115,000 115,000 Increase Waterfront Slip Fees to market rate - 1,250,000 Move environmental review to a deposit-based fee to better recapture cost of increasingly complex CEQA requirements 17,000 -
Convert City Hall parking lot to paid parking outside of normal business hours
60,658
Increase Parking Fee Penalty in Self-Pay lots 50,000 -
Formalize Waterfront event space rentals (Stearns Wharf, breakwater, parking lots, etc.)
50,000 -
Install RV campsites in Waterfront Chase Palm Parking Lot - - Library Rooms and Galleries 25,000 1,000
Promote West Beach Event Space for community events, concerts, etc. - - Revisit all private uses of public right-of-way for rental revenue. At minimum, these uses should at least cover administrative costs (i.e. outdoor dining permits)
- -
Seek reimbursement for public safety costs related to special events (Parades, Free Speech, Summer Solstice, Fiesta, Film Festival, etc.) 365,000 - Increase Engineering Service Charges to achieve 100% cost recovery 875,000 835,000 Seek reimbursement from School District for Crossing Guard Salaries and Benefits
Increase effective Cannabis Tax Rate from 6% to 8%, based on guidance provided by HdL auditor, which is lower than the voter approved maximum of 20%
300,000 -
Expand permitted short-term vacation rentals to generate additional Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
Increase TOT from 12% to 14% - -
Increase Tourism Business Improvement Districts (TBID) rate/assessment to offset annual grant to Visit Santa Barbara
950,000 950,000
Real property tax rate increase 2,900,000 -
Update the Real Property Transfer Tax to a tiered (“progressive”) rate system
- -
Utility User Tax (UUT) rate increase 400,000 200,000
Expand submission for cost recovery (ICAP/ICRP) certification Citywide, allowing expanded allowable grants - -
Increase charges for franchise agreements related to use of the public right of way for private utilities (i.e., SCE, Gas, Communications) - - Increase Parking Citation Revenue by over-hiring (3) Parking Enforcement Officers through underfilling (2) Police Officer positions 500,000 500,000
Increased merchandise sales (pending Library reorg positions) 30,000 5,000 Offer test proctoring service at the Library for $30/exam 1,000 500 Phase Out Mills Act Program
Targeted Fundraising (e.g. invitation to donate to the Library with holds, pickups, etc.)
5,000 1,000
Utilize existing opioid settlement funds to pay for co-response costs 475,000 - Allocate a portion of Community Action Team (CAT) Salary and Benefits to cover time assisting with cleanup efforts
175,000 160,000
Encampment cleanup by Police, Fire, etc. to be reimbursed by Clean Communities program (Sustainability & Resilience)
50,000 50,000
Fund a Citywide Green Infrastructure Plan, including Master Drainage Study
2,000,000 1,000,000
Fund Beach Grooming/Trash Removal Program (Measure B and Solid Waste)
500,000 100,000
Fund one FTE for the Library on the Go and Library of Things programs 98,000 40,000 Fund portion of Building Inspection Group for Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) inspections
200,000 100,000
Fund Stormwater Management Program (SWMP) components of City Projects
400,000 -
Partially fund Urban Forestry, especially beyond standard repair/replacement schedule for stormwater trees
0 0
Redirect portion of Land Development Fees for time spent on Fire Review Fund one position dedicated to Water Resources (currently funded by General Fund)
109,600 20,000
Revisit allocation of Outreach Staff from Public Works to Water Resources 32,850 32,850 Beach Life Guards Program- Funded by Waterfront 70,000 - Increase salary allocation of administrative staff from Parks & Recreation by .2
80,000 -
Integrate three City janitorial staff into Airport’s Custodial team when appropriate or through attrition
Airport
Rentals
Reimbursement
Tax Related
Other Reallocation
Special Grants - Police
Sustainability & Resilience
Water Resources
Waterfront
Golf
TIER REVENUE/COST
REDUCTION
CATEGORY RECOMMENDATION
ESTIMATED EFFECT TIER 1 RECOMMENDATIONS Revenue Generation Business Development Opportunities
Fees
Parking
FY2026 FY2027
TIER REVENUE/COST
REDUCTION
CATEGORY RECOMMENDATION
ESTIMATED EFFECT
Consider bulk purchasing for certain items - -
Create blanket purchase order for procurement of Type 3 wildland engine 100,000 - Implement Just-in-time inventory model at Warehouse, streamline parts available for Water Resource Operations
- -
Take advantage of building electrification incentives, reducing financial outlay while still meeting City policy and Council goals 100,000 100,000
Take advantage of electric vehicle payment assistance, reducing financial outlay for new vehicle purchases while still meeting City policy and Council goals
100,000 100,000
Use online businesses rather than Central Stores (Amazon, Costco, Office Depot, etc.)
Change replacement on Administrative vehicles from 8 to 10 years for low mileage, good condition vehicles.
15,000 -
Contract out maintenance for certain services (peak demand, specialized). - - Curtail use of all take home vehicles - Except Operations Chiefs 16,000 8,000 Delay replacement for small vehicles - -
Eliminate vehicles with low use, reduce carpool size in light of ride share program sunsetting
400,000 -
Explore alternative approaches to fleet management (replacement schedule, incentives for longevity, minimizing fleet, etc.) Review potential for leasing standard vehicles (not public safety or specialized equipment), especially for low use vehicles - -
Reduce number of pay stations and/or expand replacement cycle 50,000 - Ambassador schedules: One shift per day, 2 shifts City Hall 7,669 Ambassador schedules: One shift per day, no shifts City Hall 77,761 Centralize IT positions and services to IT (move to IT fund) 80,000 - Contract out services where feasible (janitorial, fleet maintenance, street sweeping, park maintenance, wildland fire fuel mitigation) -
Delete overfill Building Inspector position due to attrition 147,000 70,000 Eliminate vacant positions through attrition or transfer positions to other programs not funded by the General Fund
295,626 -
Explore capping vacation cash out benefits - -
Hold Police Services Coordinator position vacant for 6 months - 57,000 Implement a 4/10 (40 hour/week) schedule, with counters open 4 days a week and closed on Fridays
Make dedicated IT Analyst currently dedicated to Community Development position available to whole city, thus spreading that position’s cost across other funds
156,535 -
Move the 630 Garden Street lobby to self-service for plan viewing and cashiering
Offer a voluntary 4-day (32 hour/week) work week (80% time, 80% pay, 100% benefits)
30,000 30,000
Reduce cost for Employee Appreciation activities 11,500 11,500 Reduce cost for Employee Appreciation activities (biennial picnic and alternating gifts)
- -
Reduce cost for quarterly Manager & Supervisor meeting - - Reduce hourly staffing where feasible 97,500 66,000
Selective hiring freeze for General Fund, non-public safety positions Transfer mail services position to Facilities Fund 30,000 10,000 Transition parks waste collection to Marborg contract through attrition or reallocation of positions to other functions
Close the business office in City Hall for in-person services and implement a “by appointment only” system
123,000 59,500
Dissolve Sign Committee (refer to Architectural Board of Review or Historical Landmarks Commission)
- -
Hire consultant to assist in expediting Workers’ Compensation Claims - - Insurance program review to consider changing coverage on certain properties
- - TIER 1 RECOMMENDATIONS Cost Savings/Expenditure Reduction Purchasing/Supplies
Fleet/travel
Parking
Employee related
Other
FY2026 FY2027
TIER REVENUE/COST
REDUCTION
CATEGORY RECOMMENDATION
ESTIMATED EFFECT
Account for Mutual Aid in special project, not as General Fund - - Administrative building permit review for internal projects Expand building permit accountability/compliance (perhaps changing model to at-risk approach)
Increase document access on City website/platform to reduce need for public records requests
-
Increase dollar threshold from $12,000 to $50,000 for Accounts Payable staff reviewing invoices
17,200 8,600
Provide public access to an AI engine to respond to questions, minimizing calls and public records requests
Reduce the number of landline telephones
Centralize Parking Management from all departments to a single department
Centralize f Code Enforcement from all departments to a single department
Centralize Communications from all departments to a single department Centralize Project Management from all departments into a single department
- -
Library proposed reorganization to eliminate vacant senior leadership positions, reclassify existing administration and marketing roles and expand front-line support staff
6,509 216,686
Relocate Purchasing staff to City Hall - -
Share/pool administrative staff across departments (and with Enterprise Funds)
Share/pool administrative staff across divisions/departments (and with Enterprise Funds)
-
Laguna Channel capacity improvements (as part of a restoration project) Contract Grant Writer to assist with targeting Prop 4 funds for all City projects/Departments 150,000 100,000
Promote Cruise Ship program to allow 20 ship visits per year per Council direction. Get business assurances from Council. 250,000 - Commercial Fishing Dues/Fees or Commercial Fishing Infrastructure Fund, share in $30M commercial fishing industry. Money to be used for Commercial Fishing Infrastructure.
50,000 50,000
Charge Utility User Tax (UUT) on gross consumption of electricity as opposed to Net for solar customers
Redevelop West Beach with additional visitor serving, recreation, and ocean dependent uses. Revenue generating opportunities such as restaurant, retail, rentals, event space, etc.
250,000 -
Take on Transportation Planning Team from Public Works
Transition oversight (in collaboration with Parks & Recreation) of parkways and median maintenance to Creeks
380,000 380,000
Contract out services where feasible (janitorial, fleet maintenance, street sweeping, park maintenance, wildland fire fuel mitigation) 50,000 50,000
Explore capping vacation cash out benefits
Transition downtown core/parking structure area waste collection to Marborg contract Revenue Generation Assess City Assets for possible sale Cost Savings/Expenditure Reduction Unpaid sabbaticals with job security guarantees Employee related Tier 3 Recommendations Other
Employee related TIER 2 RECOMMENDATIONS Revenue GenerationBusiness Development Opportunities Fees
Tax Related
Other Cost Savings/Expendit ure ReductionSustainability & Resilience TIER 1 RECOMMENDATIONS Efficiency Practice change
Reorganization
Infrastructure
ATTACHMENT 3
FY2026 Adopted
Revised (Includes prior year
carryovers and
reaprropriated funding)
Proposed FY2026 Q3
Adjustments FY2027 Adopted FY2027 Proposed
Department Project Description
Information Technology
Fire Station 1 EOC $88,160
Radio Infrastructure $1,000,000 $3,000,000 $1,000,000
$1,000,000 $1,000,000 $0 $1,000,000 $0
Fire
Fire Department Portable Radio Replacement $800,000 $800,000 $800,000 $300,000 Emergency Response Equipment Replacement $370,000 $798,641 $370,000 $370,000 Minor Renewal - Fire Station 6 $200,000 $294,820
Regional Dispatch $800,000 $812,750 $800,000 $800,000
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Replacement
$750,000 $750,000 $750,000 $750,000
$2,920,000 $3,456,211 $0 $2,720,000 $2,220,000
Library
Eastside Library Construction - Garage $200,000 $301,593 $400,000 $800,000 Central Library Faulkner Gallery Av E $5,545
Central Library Faulkner Gallery Interior Reno $69,410
Central Library Fire Protection $250,000 $250,000
Central Library Roof Terrace $56,255
Library Equipment Replacement $56,252 $198,543 $58,502 $58,502 Library Plaza Renovation $28,886
Upper Level Needs Assessment $149,249
$506,252 $1,059,480 $0 $458,502 $858,502
Parks & Recreation
Alameda Plaza $493,425
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden $179,915
Carrillo Gym Renovation $300,000 $454,346 $100,000 $100,000 Dwight Murphy Field Renovation $604,623 $5,907,285 $604,623 Franceschi Park Renovation $250,000 $750,000
Los Banos Pool Repair & Expansion $500,000 $576,514 $1,500,000 Minor Renewal - Casa Las Palmas $100,000
Moreton Bay Fig Tree $529,906
Municipal Tennis Center Reno $260,000 ($260,000)
Ortega Park Revitalization Project $350,000 $879,326
Palm Park Beach House $517,856 $300,000
Park Field Renewal & Irrigation System
Renovation
$250,000 $477,665
Park Infrastructure Safety Program $50,000 $164,500 $50,000 $50,000 Park Restroom Renovation Program $150,000 $216,166 $150,000 $150,000 Parks & Recreation Equipment Replacement $250,000 $485,353 $250,000 $250,000 Parks & Recreation Master Plan $500,000 $500,000 $250,000 $75,000 Playground Replacement Program $390,303 $200,000 $200,000 Plaza del Mar Band Shell Renovation $5,560
Plaza del Mar Lighting $303,033
Plaza Vera Cruz Renovation $150,000 $500,842 $150,000 $150,000 Shoreline Park Safety Improvement $48,873
Spencer Adams $200,000 ($200,000)
Trails and Walkways $50,000 $158,687 $50,000 $150,000
Urban Forest Management Plan Implementation $550,000 $550,294 $300,000 $300,000 West Beach Splash Playground $300,000
West Beach Aquatic Facility $200,000
Westside Neighborhood Center Rehabilitation $150,000
$4,104,623 $13,876,512 ($460,000) $4,004,623 $1,925,000 Police
Police Equipment Replacement $687,000 $1,090,866 $687,000 $687,000 New Police Station $13,957,927 $16,783,145 $12,757,927 $12,757,927 $14,644,927 $17,874,011 $0 $13,444,927 $13,444,927
Public Works
Facilities
630 Garden Building Office Improvements $60,156
ADA Transition Plan $369,754
ATP State Street Undercross @ Hwy 101 $401,119
Carrillo Gym Minor Renewal $35,127
Facilities Condition Assessment $129,000
Facilities Renewal, HVAC Maintenance &
Replacement
$100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $200,000
Facilities Flooring Paint & Finish $407
New Autoshop Lifts $200,000 $200,000
City Hall Plmbg & Rstrm Upgrds $353,405 ($100,000)
Minor Renewal - City Hall $461,231 ($461,231)
Minor Facilities Renewal Project (Annual) $299,560
Minor Renewal - La Mesa Park Restroom $184,297
Minor Reneweal - Muni Tennis Building $7,500
Non-Building Improvements $887 ($887)
Streets
HSIP Cycle 12 Traffic Signal Improvements $22,500
Bridges: Islay Street Bridge Replacement at
Mission Creek
$150,000 $150,000
Bridges: Upper De La Vina Street Bridge
Replacement
$50,000 $2,010,551
Citywide Drainage Assessment $490,197
Corridor Improv: Cliff Drive Urban HWY to
Complete Street Project
$2,460,000 $2,460,000 $2,460,000 $2,460,000
Corridor Improv: Mission Canyon $50,000 $50,000
Drainage Improvements $778,056
Gibraltar & Skofield $250,000 ($250,000)
Mountain Drive Retaining Wall Structural Analysis $50,000 Storm Drain Maintenance $500,000
Corridor Improv: Milpas St Crosswalk Safety &
Sidewalk Widening
$750,000 $750,000 $750,000 $750,000
Corridor Improv: De La Guerra Plaza Revitalization
Project
$1,007,488 ($300,000) $250,000
Corridor Improv: Westside & Lower West Active
Transportation Plan
$1,029,000 $1,029,000 $1,029,000 $1,029,000
Laguna Pump Station $172,524
Las Positas Multiuse Pathway $23,595
Maintenance: Pavement Maintenance (Annual)
OVERLAYS
$6,000,000 $14,079,969 $7,000,000 $6,000,000
Maintenance: Sidewalks (Annual) $100,000 $1,492,305 $100,000 $100,000 Pedestrian Enhancement: Crosswalk
Improvements
$41,000 $41,000 $234,000 $234,000
Pedestrian Enhancement: On-Street Disabled
Parking Spaces
$50,000 $50,000 $50,000
Public Works Corporate Yard Master Plan $87,891
Sidewalk Access Ramps $777,704
Sidewalk Infill Program $21,468
Streetlights: Citywide Street Light Improvements
Maint. & Repair
$100,000 $225,408 $100,000
Traffic Management System $173,292
Traffic Signal Maintenance: Traffic Signal
Maintenance Program
$490,796 $150,000 $150,000
Traffic Signal Upgrades $223,580
Walkways & Building Pathways $180,030
$11,080,000 $29,639,797 ($1,112,118) $12,223,000 $11,473,000 Sustainability & Resilience
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (Charger stations,
zero emission policy)
$150,000 $243,191 $150,000 $150,000
$150,000 $243,191 $0 $150,000 $150,000
City Administrator
Casa Cacique Shelter $4,060,000 $2,000,000
City TV Portable Production Unit Upgrade $100,000
Paseo Nuevo Development Evaluation $131,515
Homelessness Response $214,000 $222,660 ($6,504)
Loop Shuttle - Pilot $500,000
Lot 9 Roof Deck Repair $248,441
MTD Downtown Shuttle (Memorial Day - Labor
Day)
$230,000
On-Going Business Corridor Improvements $308,603 $200,000 Revenue Control System $300,000
State Street Action Plan $860,628
State Street Master Plan $500,000 $795,389 $500,000 $600,000 $714,000 $6,927,236 ($6,504) $500,000 $3,630,000
0 Total $35,119,802 $74,076,438 ($1,578,622) $34,501,052 $33,701,429 Measure C Expenditures
FY27 Human Services Grants
ATTACHMENT 4
Organization Name Program Name Amount
Channel Islands YMCA Noah's Anchorage Youth Homeless Shelter Services - staffing support $3,584 Channel Islands YMCA My Home (services for transitional age youth) program operations support $22,500 Child Abuse Listening Mediation (CALM) CALM - Program operations support $23,700 Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse CADA - Staff salary support $15,700 County Santa Barbara District Attorney Sexual Assault Response Team training funding $9,000 Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Homeless Day Center - staff salary support $31,700 Freedom 4 Youth Culinary Training Program funding $31,300 Friendship Adult Day Care Center Continence Care Program $9,000 Friendship Center Friendship Adult Day Care Center $11,700 FSA - Family Service Agency Senior Services staff salaries $23,700 FSA - Family Service Agency Family Resource Center Family Advocate salary $20,700 FSA - Family Service Agency Long-Term Care Ombudsman Salary $23,700 Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara Lunchtime Club program funding and staffing support $14,900 Good Samaritan Shelter Freedom Warming Centers - emergency shelter services $23,742 Hillside Salary for a Mobility Community Integration Professional serving low income individuals with disabilities $33,700
Hospice of Santa Barbara Staff salary bilingual care coordinator for low income individuals with terminal conditions $15,700 Independent Living Resource Center, Inc Community Living/Transition Services and salary support $10,200 Independent Living Resource Center, Inc. Youth Transition Services and salary support $26,500 Mental Wellness Center Fellowship Club manager salary support for day center operations $9,000 NBCC dba New Beginnings Community Counseling Clinic staff salary support for program addressing vehicular homelessness $39,742
Organic Soup Kitchen Nutritional Security program - staff salary support $23,500 Pacific Pride Foundation, Inc. Staff salary support for MFT Clnicial Supervisor - offering sliding scale counseling tailored to LGBTQ+ youth and adults $23,700
Partners in Housing Solutions Staff salary support for program matching homeless clients with private landlords $20,100 Peoples' Self-Help Housing Corporation Staff salary support to prevent a return to homelessness among the 35 residents of Victoria Hotel and Heath House $9,000
Salvation Army, a California corporation Santa Barbara Hospitality House - Homeless Shelter program operations support $9,000 Santa Barbara Meals on Wheels Support meal costs, so that we can continue to offer subsidized meal prices to low-income homebound residents in Santa Barbara $13,400
Santa Barbara Police Activities League Youth Leadership Council staffing support $9,000 Santa Barbara Police Activities League Life After High School Academy staffing support $9,000 Sarah House Santa Barbara Hospice care for low-income individuals, including those unhoused or in substandard housing $17,900
SBC Immigrant Legal Defense Center Urgent Removal Defense Legal Services $22,241 Showers of Blessing Santa Barbara Support program operations providing free showers and service coordination to homeless individuals at various sites $17,742
St. Vincent's -Family Strengthening Program (FSP) 27 month Housing Program for low income mothers with children ages 0-5 years old $21,300 STESA - Standing Together to End Sexual Assault Standing Together to End Sexual Assault program management and training coordinator salary support $31,700
The Turner Foundation - Since 1958! Transitional Aged Youth Housing program support $16,100 Transition House Homelessness Prevention Program - staffing support $13,700 United Boys & Girls Clubs Santa Barbara County Staff salary support for academic support and mentoring to members who are primarily Latinx and experience socio-economic challenges $19,900 WillBridge of Santa Barbara Permanent Supportive Housing Program - case management staffing support $17,900 Funding Decision Pending $31,200
Total* $726,150
Date Approved Agency
Assisted Project Address Project Description Amount Provided Financing Terms Notes 2/4/2020 Transition
House
817 N. Salsipuedes St. Acquisition and rehabilitation
of 3 SFRs to house homeless
families
$1,300,000 $1,000,000 Loan –
30 yr, 3%, Residual
Receipts $300,000
Grant - CDBG, no
repayment required
$1 million acquisition, $300K rehab
6/23/2020 Housing
Authority
110-116 E. Cota St. (Vera
Cruz Village)
Acquisition of vacant lot to
secure for 28 studio unit
affordable housing
development to house
homeless individuals
$2,000,000 Loan - 30 yr, 3%,
Residual Receipts
12/3/2020 Housing
Authority
3931-3937 Via Diego Re-roof of 24-unit LowIncome multifamily property$330,000 Grant – No repayment required
12/8/2020 Santa Barbara
Community
Housing
Corporation
125 W. Carrillo St. (Hotel de
Riviera)
Restructured defaulted loan
and forgave all accrued
interest for 29 SROs for
homeless and dually
diagnosed individuals
$1,136,969 Loan – Amortized
payments of
principal at
$2,022.81/mo. for
30 years, 4.5%
$468,500 principal + $668,469
accrued interest forgiven
11/9/2021 Housing
Authority
110-116 E. Cota Street (Vera
Cruz Village)
Additional gap funding for
increased construction costs
for 28 studio unit affordable
housing development to
house homeless individuals
$1,550,989 Loan - 30 yr, 3%,
Residual Receipts
12/7/2021 Housing
Authority
1200 Punta Gorda St. (Green
Mobile Home Park)
Facilitate State HCD transfer
of title to Housing Authority
$75,000 Grant – No
repayment required
12/7/2021 Housing
Authority
1200 Punta Gorda St. (Green
Mobile Home Park)
Restructure defaulted loan to
facilitate State HCD transfer
of title to Housing Authority
$74,361.80 Loan - 30 yr, 3% on
principal, 30 yr, 0%
on accrued interest,
Residual Receipts
$25,000 principal + 54,361.80
unpaid accrued interest
4/7/2022 Housing
Authority
175 S. La Cumbre Ln. Re-roof of 36-unit LowIncome multifamily property$335,000 Grant – No repayment required
4/7/2022 Housing
Authority
602 Eucalyptus Ave. Replace windows and sliding
doors on 4-unit Low-Income
multifamily property
$30,000 Grant – No
repayment required
4/7/2022 Housing
Authority
1203-1215 Castillo St./ 416-
422 W. Anapamu St.
Exterior painting on 24-unit
Low-Income multifamily
property
$30,000 Grant – No
repayment required
4/7/2022 Housing
Authority
401-404 Transfer Ave. Exterior painting on 8-unit LowIncome multifamily property$25,000 Grant – No repayment required
11/8/2022 South Coast
Housing, Inc.
1212 Punta Gorda St.
(Holiday Mobile Home Park)
Restructured defaulted loan $415,131 Loan - Amortized
payments of
$2,725/mo., 15 yr,
4.5% on principal,
0% on accrued
interest
$200,000 principal + $215,131
unpaid accrued interest
2/7/2023 Habitat for
Humanity
Various Low-income owner occupied
repair program
$50,000 Grant – No
repayment required
Affordable Housing Funding Assistance Provided
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
Date Approved Agency
Assisted Project Address Project Description Amount Provided Financing Terms Notes Affordable Housing Funding Assistance Provided
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
5/2/2023 Transition
House
434 E. Ortega – Homeless
Families Shelter
Forgiveness of loans - public
benefit
$705,000 Grant – No
repayment required
$263,696.20 CDBG + $460,000
RDA
9/12/2023 Housing
Authority
175 S. La Cumbre Ln. Repair/replacement of
lumber and deck surfacing on
balconies and patios for 36-
unit Low-Income multifamily
property
$540,000 Grant – No
repayment required
9/26/2023 Housing
Authority
400 W. Carrillo St. (CarrilloCastillo Commuter Lot)63 Low- and ModerateIncome housing unitsDevelopment of 63 new Low- and
Moderate-Income
housing units
Contribution is value of donated
City parcel
10/31/2023 Santa Barbara
Community
Housing
Corporation
821 Bath St. Restructured defaulted loan $913,821 Loan - Amortized payment of
$3,632/mo., 30 yr,
4.5% on principal,
$470,000 principal + $443,821
unpaid accrued interest
12/5/2023 Transition
House
712 W. Anapamu St. -
Homeless Families
Transitional Housing
Acquisition of property with
10 units for transitional
housing for homeless families
$1,284,850 Loan - 30 yr, 0%,
Residual Receipts
public benefit
1/23/2024 Housing
Authority
3055 De La Vina St. (Quality
Inn)
Acquisition of 34-room hotel
converted to 32 Extremely
Low-Income studio units
$6,000,000 Loan - 30 yr, 3%,
Residual Receipts
3/21/2024 The Turner
Foundation
1502-1512 San Pascual St. Roof Replacement $250,000 Grant – No repayment required
3/21/2024 The Turner
Foundation
524 W. Canon Perdido St. Parking Lot Restoration $110,000 Grant – No repayment required
4/9/2024 Domestic
Violence
Solutions
521 W. Victoria St. - Shelter Restructured loan for 15 LowIncome and 1 Transitional housing units for victims of
domestic violence
$430,000 Loan - 5 yrs
deferred – 15 yr
total, 0%, amortized
payments of
$3,600/mo.
public benefit
6/4/2024 Housing
Authority
200 N. La Cumbre Rd. New construction
development of 48 one-, two-,
and three-bedroom LowIncome housing units
$5,000,000 Loan - 30 yr, 3%,
Residual Receipts
7/1/2024 Sanctuary
Centers
125 West Anapamu St
(Arlington Apartments)
58 Solar panels $108,683 Grant – No
repayment required
7/1/2024 Sanctuary
Centers
115 West Anapamu St
(Hollister Apartments)
22 Solar panels $50,208 Grant – No
repayment required
7/1/2024 Habitat for
Humanity
Various Low-income owner occupied
repair program
$60,000 Grant – No
repayment required
11/19/2024 Housing
Authority
1200 Punta Gorda St. (Green
Mobile Home Park)
Removal and replacement of
old water and sewer utility
infrastructure throughout
park
$430,000 Grant – No
repayment required
Date Approved Agency
Assisted Project Address Project Description Amount Provided Financing Terms Notes Affordable Housing Funding Assistance Provided
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2026
7/1/2025 Habitat for
Humanity
Various Low-income owner occupied
repair program
$75,000 Grant – No
repayment required
8/19/2025 Housing
Authority
400 W. Carrillo St. (Jacaranda
Court)
63 Low- and ModerateIncome housing units$3,500,000 Loan - 30 yr, 3%, Residual Receipts
12/3/2025 Transition
House
320 S. Salinas St, Building D Roof Replacement $82,000 Grant – No repayment required
12/3/2025 Transition
House
320 S. Salinas St. Building
ABC
Bathroom renovations (7) $117,377 Grant – No
repayment required
12/9/2025 Housing
Authority
15 South Hope Avenue New 46-unit multifamily
rental housing development
with 17 studios, 13 onebedroom units, and 16 twobedroom units, including one unrestricted manager’s unit.
$1,945,176 Loan - 30 yr, 3%,
Residual Receipts
$28,954,566
Summary
Total affordable housing support provided = $28,954,566 plus one City parcel (400 W Carrillo St) Total Projects Total Funding Provided Notes
Domestic Violence Solutions 1 $430,000
Habitat for Humanity 3 $185,000
Housing Authority 16 $21,865,527 Plus one City parcel
Sanctuary Centers 2 $158,891
SB Community Housing Corp 2 $2,050,790
South Coast Housing Inc. 1 $415,131
The Turner Foundation 2 $360,000
Transition House 5 $3,489,227
32 $28,954,566
Agency
ATTACHMENT 5
Organization Name Grant Award Description
Brandwell Arts $9,300
Brave New Work 2, "AI and Tech in the Hands of Artists” is a three-day symposium and contemporary art exhibition showcasing internationally recognized artists and speakers who are utilizing exciting new technologies to tell compelling stories centered on the environment, cultural identities, and community.
Ceylon International Film Festival Foundation $10,500
Founded with the mission to spotlight the stories, artistry, and heritage of Sri Lanka and the broader South Asian region, CEYIFF serves as a bridge between cultures, offering our community a unique opportunity to experience cinema beyond the mainstream.
eji event co. $10,200
Coffee Culture Fest is a new, inclusive event celebrating where caffeine meets culture. Scheduled for Saturday, March 28th 2026 at the Marjorie Luke Theater, this experience will spotlight local roasters, businesses, artists, and performers through an immersive family-friendly daytime festival.
Elings Park Foundation $9,300
Shakespeare at Elings is a two-day festival that will be held at Elings Park over Memorial Day 2026. The twoperformance event is in partnership with Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum and aims to increase access to the arts in Santa Barbara.
Grace Fisher Foundation $10,500
The Winter Music Showcase is the Grace Fisher Foundation’s annual signature event held at the Granada Theatre, celebrating inclusion, creativity, and holiday spirit through the performing arts.
La Piazza Inc. $10,200
La Piazza is a vibrant three-day celebration bringing the flavors, traditions, and artistry of Italy to the heart of Santa Barbara. The festival gathers local Italian food and wine vendors, artisan producers, Italian business owners, and cultural organizations to create an immersive Italian experience.
Park and Recreation Community Foundation $6,800
The PARC Foundation requests a grant in support of its Summer 2026 Arts in the Open Program at the historic Plaza del Mar Band Shell. PARC hosted its first ever Arts in the Open program in Summer 2025 following the City of Santa Barbara’s successful full-scale renovation of the Band Shell.
Santa Barbara Chinese School $9,300
Enable SB families to celebrate Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, and other significant cultural events with our growing community of Chinese language learners. Our educators provide traditional and contemporary Chinese holiday activities to increase cultural diversity for the local community.
Santa Barbara Police Activities League $6,900
The Santa Barbara Police Activities League (PAL) requests grant to support the 2026 Menudo Festival, a community event bringing together families and neighbors to enjoy traditional Mexican menudo from local Santa Barbara restaurants.
Gateway Educational Services $4,500
GES will host the fourth annual Black Youth Summit in August 2026 for students, parents, and community allies with following goals: empower Black youth; create a safe space for Black youth county wide to meet one another; offer nonviolence teaching/workshops; and offer cultural music and art.
Hillside House Inc. $2,880
Hillside is requesting funding to hire DJ of Ability Chris Benedict to come to Hillside once a month for one year to DJ a dance party for the residents.
Mental Wellness Center $5,760
Art Heals serves low-income adults in the City of Santa Barbara, contending with SMI. Various art mediums are utilized as essential clinical tools; programming has demonstrated a high success rate with clients' emotional regulation, symptom management and social reintegration MOXI - The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovatio $6,000 MOXI is seeking a grant to help pilot a new Mobile Maker Program designed to deliver engaging hands-on making experiences to children directly in their schools and communities Music Academy of the West $6,000
Music Academy’s Sing! program offers free, year-round choral training to 250+ elementary students in the Santa Barbara region. Sing! develops musical aptitude, teamwork, and confidence, and ensures access to high-quality music education.
Santa Barbara Asian American Pacific Islander Solidar $6,000 This project proposes to serve the Asian American and broader community together in the fun and communitybuilding activity of mahjong, which is traditional during the Lunar New Year.
Santa Barbara Chamber Players $3,570
In 2026, the Santa Barbara Chamber Players (SBCP) will present 4 professional-quality orchestra concerts in Santa Barbara, featuring talented local musicians in the spring, summer and fall.
Santa Barbara Dance Institute $4,500
From Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2026, Santa Barbara Dance Institute will lead a year-long, community-based dance education initiative to expand access to the arts for underserved populations in Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra Association $3,570
As the only music education in Santa Barbara County led by a professional symphony orchestra, the Santa Barbara Symphony is requesting a grant to provide free music arts enrichment during the school day to over 600 3rdgrade students.
Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network $3,570
This event brings together Santa Barbara families, friends, and allies to celebrate the contributions and creativity of our transgender community around the International Transgender Day of Visibility recognized annually on March 31.
Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation $4,500
The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation (SBTHP) is requesting support for a project to record Chumash working songs to be played as a sound effect in the Bodega at Casa de la Guerra, a historic house museum where Chumash people historically worked as servants.
Santa Barbara Vocal Jazz Foundation $1,913
SBVJF requests a grant to support our signature Journey through Jazz program for the 2025-26 school year. We will offer 7-week residencies at 4 Santa Barbara area schools, including Washington Elementary within the city limits, to about 225 students.
Tomato Theatre Company $1,200
SB Tomato Theatre Company is a nonprofit organization run by local high school students dedicated to providing affordable theatre education to youth in our community. We run a variety of programs throughout the year, including a free Summer Camp.
South Coast Youth Safety Partnership $67,729
Support for CommUnify to facilitate a collaborative of agencies to improve and support the safety and quality of life for youths, their families, and the community.
Community Events and Festivals Grant Awards
Community Arts Grant Awards
Community Partnerships
ATTACHMENT 6
Department Amount Requested DescriptionCity Administration: Office of Community Vitality & Housing $150,000 Airport and Waterfront may contribute $50,000 each, for a total request of $250,000Police $289,266 Old Spanish Days support: $139,266 = Overtime $ 77,000 = Other support costs $ 55,000 = SB Sheriff's Office Services mutual aid contract $ 14,500 = Portable lightowers to allow visibility on every corner $ 3,500 = BBQ Service: Fiesta Employee / Mutual Aid Services General Fund Requests over $100.000
Mayor & Council Budget ATTACHMENT 7
Office of Housing and Community Vitality (OHCV) Program Budget Item Department/Program Funding Source FY 2027 Budget
Events Consultant Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $38,000 Events & Festivals Grants Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $81,000 Organizational Develop Grants Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $101,000 Community Arts Grants Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $52,547 Visit SB Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $950,000 Milpas Holiday Parade Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $15,000 Old Spanish Days Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $98,895 Juneteenth Celebration Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $33,250 Summer Solstice Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $64,600 Chamber / Visitors Information Center Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $70,000 Community Media Access Center Capital Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $94,000 Community Media Access Center Operations Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $297,445 Film Festival Mayor & City Council General Fund Ongoing Revenue $76,665 Human Services Programs OHCV General Fund Ongoing Revenue $726,150 Shelter Services OHCV General Fund Ongoing Revenue $70,000 Homeless Coordination OHCV General Fund Ongoing Revenue $100,000 Access to Counsel OHCV General Fund Ongoing Revenue $250,000 Economic Development Strategy OHCV General Fund Ongoing Revenue $150,000 Additional FY27 Local Housing Trust Fund Funding OHCV General Fund Reserves $2,000,000 FY27 Measure I Contribution to Flexible Housing Fund OHCV Measure I $1,500,000 FY27 Measure I Contribution to Local Housing Trust Fund OHCV Measure I $1,500,000 Shelter Services OHCV Measure I $130,000
FARO Center Case Manager OHCV Measure I $83,544
Street Outreach Services OHCV Measure I $531,490
Daytime safe parking program monitoring OHCV Measure I $24,000 TOTAL $9,037,586