City News in Brief - January 23, 2023

Santa Barbara Expands Homeless Outreach Services in Downtown and Waterfront Areas

For the first time ever, the City will have the presence of a homeless outreach team during the evening and weekend hours in the Downtown Corridor and along the Waterfront. The City will also be continuing its commitment to provide homeless outreach, case management, and housing navigation services throughout the entire City during weekday hours.

Upcoming Vegetation Management Project at Douglas Family Preserve

The City's Fire Department and Parks and Recreation Department continue their ongoing collaboration to reduce wildfire risk in Santa Barbara's open space parks. Crews will conduct a vegetation management project in Douglas Family Preserve on Wednesday, February 1, and Thursday, February 2, to reduce fuel loads and remove invasive plant species.

African American/Black Historic Context Statement Receives Recognition Award

Recently, the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation recognized and celebrated the African American/Black Historic Context Statement with a Certificate of Appreciation at their Annual Meeting and Community Awards Ceremony. This valuable contribution to historic preservation was the result of a unique collaboration of social justice leaders, at Healing Justice Santa Barbara, and historic preservation specialists at the consulting firm of Page & Turnbull and the City’s Architectural Historian.

Homeowner and Business Assistance Resources Available for Those Affected by Storms

Homeowners and businesses can get assistance from SBA by registering with FEMA and visiting the local Disaster Recovery Center, located at Direct Relief in Santa Barbara.

Under Pressure? Why Water Pressure Regulators Matter

Water pressure regulators are an important part of your home plumbing system and are designed to adjust water pressure to the appropriate level for private plumbing. In some cases, lowering water pressure can save water, help prevent leaks, and extend the life of your plumbing. Read more about pressure regulator maintenance and replacement. Spoiler alert: they need frequent replacement.

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