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Survey finds broad public support for existing mix of uses at Santa Barbara waterfront; commission directs staff to develop priorities

Santa Barbara Harbor Commission · August 22, 2025
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A community survey of 572 people found broad public support for the current mix of ocean‑dependent, ocean‑related and visitor‑serving activities at the Santa Barbara waterfront; the commission directed staff to work with a strategic planning work group to draft priorities.

A community survey of 572 respondents shows broad support for the current mix of services at the Santa Barbara waterfront and will inform the Waterfront Department’s strategic priorities, Waterfront Director Mike Wilshire told the Harbor Commission on Aug. 21.

Wilshire said the eight‑question survey was open June–July and was widely advertised. Key findings included: recreational boating, convenient parking and…

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