Transportation & Circulation Committee - August 27, 2026

The City of Santa Barbara's Transportation & Circulation Committee met on August 27, 2026, to discuss several transportation-related projects and initiatives. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed Devina Street pilot restriping project, which aims to extend a one-lane configuration with a buffered bike lane from Padre Street to the 1600 block between Valerio and Ariyaga streets. Staff presented traffic studies indicating potential congestion trade-offs during peak hours but emphasized safety benefits such as reduced speeds and collision rates. The committee debated extending the pilot further to Sola Street to enhance bike connectivity and safety, with public comments largely supporting the extension despite concerns about increased congestion. The committee showed support for the pilot with a recommendation to extend it to Sola Street, prioritizing Vision Zero safety goals. Additionally, the committee received an update on the B Cycle bike share pilot program, highlighting its expansion, ridership growth, and plans to transition to a permanent program by January 2028. The committee unanimously approved the staff recommendation to proceed with contract negotiations for the permanent bike share program. Overall, the meeting addressed capital improvement projects, pilot program evaluations, community safety priorities, and budget considerations related to transportation infrastructure and active mobility.