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Topics getting the most attention in Santa Barbara public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
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Fencing and gating in public parks
Gutierrez won a 6-1 vote for a work session reviewing existing capital projects with fences or gates, calling the fortification of public spaces contrary to the Santa Barbara he grew up in.
1 mentionLast discussed Jun 23, 2026
LowRoads
Downtown parking policy
Ideas like free parking for locals were bundled into one future work session — ideally after the new council is seated — now that the general fund no longer subsidizes the parking fund.
1 mentionLast discussed Jun 23, 2026