Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Santa Barbara County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in business jobs with medium priority
Agricultural Crop and Livestock Report
The Agricultural Commissioner presented the 2025 Crop and Livestock Report, showing a gross agricultural production value exceeding $2.2 billion, led by strawberries and nursery products.
Proposed Santa Barbara County Youth Fund
Youth advocates and community organizations urged the board to allocate $780,000 in unallocated cannabis tax revenue to create a countywide youth fund and youth commission. While supervisors discussed allocating funds by district, advocates pushed for a youth-led grantmaking model.