Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce
Member Immediate Release
STATE OF CALIFORNIA’S DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES APPROVESASSIGNMENT OF STATE WATER PROJECT CONTRACT The Central Coast Water Authority (CCWA) is pleased to announce that the State of California’s Department of Water Resources (DWR) has approved the assignment of the State Water Project (SWP) contract (SWP Contract) from Santa Barbara County Flood Control and Water Conservation…
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March 26, 2026 Weekly Business Connection – Read all about the TechTopia highlights, Magazine features, City of Carpinteria Proclamation, How the Chamber supports the Chick-fil-A Project, City news, Member news & More! March 19, 2026 Weekly Business Connection – In this week’s newsletter, read about Chamber staff attending the REACH Ideas + Action Summit, a…
Read MoreBusiness Leaders and Government Convene to Support Hospitality 2/19/26
The Chamber’s Government Affairs meeting on February 12 brought together local business representatives and government staff to discuss the hospitality and tourism industry, one of the top economic drivers on the South Coast. Hospitality representatives discussed common industry issues such as permitting, regulations, and workforce retention. Elected officials and staff from Goleta, Santa Barbara, Carpinteria,…
Read MoreHousing Momentum Builds on the South Coast 2/19/26
The Housing Trust Fund of Santa Barbara is expanding two down payment assistance programs with $6.3 million in new funding, helping more residents achieve homeownership in a high-cost housing market. The expansion includes support for first-time buyers and workforce households, making it easier for local employees and families to live where they work. Read more on…
Read MoreChamber’s Five-Year Strategic Plan Now in Action 2/19/26
Last month at our Annual Meeting, we unveiled our bold 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, a five-year roadmap to strengthen our regional economy, expand attainable housing solutions, and enhance the South Coast experience for businesses, residents, and visitors. Now, we’re taking that vision on the road. Our first stop was at Santa Barbara City Council where we formally…
Read MoreSanta Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Unveils Five Year Strategic Plan 2/17/26
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 17, 2026 Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Unveils Five Year Strategic Plan Santa Barbara, CA – The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce unveiled its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan at its Annual Meeting in January, setting a bold five-year roadmap to strengthen the regional economy, advance housing solutions, and enhance…
Read MoreProposed County Sales Tax Increase Falls Short Of 4 Votes 2/12/25
The proposed June 2026 ballot measure for a 1% sales tax increase in County unincorporated areas fell short of the four-vote majority needed for passage at the February 3rd Board of Supervisors meeting. The measure was estimated to generate $16.7 million a year and was created amid a projected $23 million County budget deficit for…
Read MoreW.A.C.E. Conference Recap And Congratulations To Dustin Hoiseth 2/12/26
February 12, 2026 Each year, our Chamber leaders attend the Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) Annual Conference. This year’s theme: “IGNITE: Mind, Chamber, Soul,” was all about sparking professional growth, strengthening leadership, and nurturing the personal creativity that keeps our industry vibrant. We’re proud to highlight that President & CEO, Kristen Miller, taught sessions on transformational leadership,…
Read MoreTechTopia 2026 Summit Sponsorship Opportunities 2/12/26
February 12, 2026 TechTopia 2026 Summit is a dynamic, half-day innovation experience at UC Santa Barbara’s OASIS, spotlighting the people and technologies shaping the future of the Santa Barbara South Coast. Experience exclusive tours, interactive tech demos, inspiring speakers, and high-impact networking with regional leaders. The event will feature local companies like Amazon, AppFolio, Curvature, Google Quantum, and more to…
Read MoreAnnual Membership Meeting & South Coast Leadership Forum Recap 2/03/26
February 11, 2026 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Annual Membership Meeting & South Coast Leadership Forum. We hope you found the program informative, inspiring, and valuable as the Chamber unveiled its five-year strategic plan, announced the launch of BEAM, shared key initiatives to boost regional economic growth, and introduced the…
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