Castillo Street Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements - May 27, 2026

This City of Santa Barbara public meeting held on May 27, 2026, focused on the Castillo Street Undercrossing Bicycle and Pedestrian Facility Improvements project. City staff presented the project scope, which aims to enhance safety and connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians between downtown, the waterfront, and Santa Barbara City College. The project includes widening sidewalks, creating raised bike lanes to avoid water-prone areas, adding street planting buffers, and improving lighting. The city has applied for a competitive state grant under the Active Transportation Program, with a deadline of June 22, 2026, to fund final design and construction anticipated around 2030-2031. Staff discussed design details, potential impacts on vehicular traffic and parking, and community feedback. No final contract awards or budget approvals were made during this meeting, but the city is seeking public input to support the grant application and future design phases.