Council keeps State Street promenade intact, directing staff to refine operations while master plan is finalized

Jun 30, 2026

After hours of public comment for and against returning cars to State Street, the council directed staff to maintain the promenade configuration and return with implementation details; the motion passed 5–2 amid calls to address ebike safety, accessibility and interim operations.

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The Santa Barbara City Council voted on June 30 to maintain the State Street promenade and asked staff to return with operational details and a reauthorization of Title 31 as the master plan is finalized.

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