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Bilingual report — County of Santa Barbara March 2026 Newsletter

by Community Contributor • March 4, 2026 • Comments Off

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Help Shape the Future

of Our Roads

Join us virtually on March 31 at 6 p.m. to learn about planned road improvements in unincorporated areas and share your priorities for the year ahead.

Explore this interactive tool to see the hazards in your area, understand what they mean for you, and take smart steps to stay prepared.

Artists Beginning

in March

The County Office of Arts and Culture has launched Make It: Building a Public Art Practice, to help artists begin working in public art.

Winter Rains Spur Toxic Death Cap Mushroom Growth

Residents are being urged not to eat foraged wild mushrooms due to health risks highlighted in the state warning.

Explore the County’s History

Take a closer look at the County’s government history through our legislative records in our final anniversary video.

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Relief Available for Businesses and Nonprofits Affected by Late December Storms

The U.S. Small Business Administration announces low-interest disaster loans for economic injuries related to storms
at the end of 2025.

Residents Warned to Avoid Products Containing Kratom

Officials cite rising safety concerns and potential health risks linked to unregulated substances like Kratom and 7-OH products, which are illegal to sell or manufacture in California.

Moms and Babies

The Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health field nurses work to build relationships with the community, providers, and local families.

New Banking Scam Targets Local Residents with Fake App Instructions

Scammers are impersonating banks and directing people to deposit money into accounts that aren’t theirs. Don’t fall for it. Take steps to protect yourself and others.

Learn more.

Turn Scraps into Soil: Indoor Worm Composters for Residents

Bring new life to your kitchen scraps and your garden! The County is offering indoor vermicomposters at a special reduced price exclusively for residents. Worms do the hard work of breaking down fruit and vegetable scraps, producing rich, nutrient-packed soil that will help your plants thrive. Composting has never been this easy, eco-friendly, or rewarding. Learn more today!