# Parks and Recreation Commission - September 23, 2026

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, focusing primarily on street tree management and related property impacts. Key procurement-related discussions involved reviewing multiple tree removal applications, including a California sycamore at 630 West Islay Street, two weeping figs at 1105 Carpinteria Street, an olive and a Mexican fan palm at 702 Olive Street, a Southern Magnolia at 106 Juan Maria Avenue, a New Zealand Christmas tree at 3512 Chuparosa Drive, and a pecan tree at 1527 Santa Rosa Avenue. The commission considered recommendations from the Street Tree Advisory Committee, balancing tree health, neighborhood canopy impact, and property development needs. Motions were passed to deny removal of several trees with conditions for root pruning or replacement plantings, while removal of the two weeping figs was approved. The commission also discussed the use of settlement funds for driveway repairs related to tree root damage and clarified procedural aspects of tree removal applications and appeals. Additionally, the director provided updates on park trail maintenance, upcoming public lands events, and adaptive recreation programs. No direct contract awards or procurement contracts were discussed, but decisions on tree removals and related landscaping requirements could influence future vendor opportunities for tree maintenance and urban forestry services.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [Parks and Recreation Commission - September 23, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4PRi8W6TlE) - City of Santa Barbara - City TV