Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce

In a unanimous decision, the Santa Barbara City Council recently voted to move forward with initiating a Community Benefit Improvement District (CBID) for downtown Santa Barbara. Property owners within the district will have the opportunity to vote on whether they wish to self-impose an assessment to enhance services in the district above the City’s general…

Last Friday, the Chamber hosted its annual State of the City at the stunning Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, drawing a crowd of over 400 attendees. Mayors and city managers from Goleta, Santa Barbara, and Carpinteria presented informative sessions, highlighting their visions for the future. Kristen Miller, President and CEO of the Chamber, initiated discussions…

The Chamber celebrated the grand opening of the newest Santa Barbara Fish Market location in Goleta with a ribbon-cutting event. The community rallied in support, with our esteemed ambassadors, Goleta Mayor Pro Tempore Luz Reyes-Martín, and Chamber Board Chair Anne Pazier among the distinguished guests. From the lively atmosphere to delectable bites and a champagne toast, it was truly…

This week, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on our Ambassador team, the heart of the Chamber! They embody the spirit of our organization, tirelessly championing the mission. Regular attendees at our monthly meetings, they eagerly soak up the updates and insights shared by our leaders. Not stopping there, they generously volunteer their time and…

Get ready to shine! Put your business in the spotlight on The Official Visitor Map of the Santa Barbara South Coast, reaching every hotel in Goleta, Santa Barbara, and Carpinteria! These maps are prominently featured at the State Street and Garden Street Visitor Centers, cruise ship welcome stations, the Courthouse, and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum,…

Commissioner Darcie Houck with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) made a recent regional visit to the South Coast, to better understand the electricity needs of local businesses. The Chamber and members of the Electricity Working Group; Transphorm, BEGA North America, and Agilent Technologies; were thrilled to host Commissioner Houck for tours of their facilities.…

The Santa Barbara City Council recently voted 6-1 (Mayor Rowse opposed) to implement a cap of 20 cruise ships per year in Santa Barbara, as well requiring that cruise ships visiting Santa Barbara meet a variety of environmental criteria regarding best practices and technologies. The decision on a cap was not aligned with the Chamber’s…

Last week, our Chamber team and Ambassadors explored Old Town Goleta, engaging with local businesses to show support and share information about upcoming events. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the business community. Stay tuned for details about an upcoming special community event series in Old Town Goleta next month, brought to you…

Check out the latest ribbon cutting schedule and be part of the excitement as we show our support for the thriving business community during our upcoming ribbon-cutting events! We kick things off on April 17 with the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newest location of Santa Barbara Fish Market in Goleta. Join us at 7127 Hollister Avenue, Suite…