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Topics getting the most attention in Santa Barbara County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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County Executive Officer Recruitment and Appointment

The county is actively working on finding and appointing a new top administrator to lead county operations. Supervisors met behind closed doors to review candidate negotiations and appointment details, though no final hiring decision was announced.

2 mentionsLast discussed Apr 27, 2026

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Sidewalk Vending Regulation and Enforcement

The county adopted a new sidewalk vending ordinance and a pilot program to regulate unpermitted street vendors, addressing public health concerns, unfair competition for local brick-and-mortar restaurants, and safety hazards along roadways.

1 mentionLast discussed Feb 24, 2026