Volunteering with the HOST Program isn’t just good for the community, it’s also good fun! If you’ve ever been interested in joining, now is your chance!

Join us at a Meet and Greet on Wednesday, April 22 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Visitors Center on Linden Avenue.

What to expect:

• Meet volunteers and organizers
• Get a feel for a HOST shift
• Ask your questions about volunteering

Got questions now? Email Juliza at julizab@carpinteriaca.gov

On April 10, the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual State of the City luncheon, bringing together regional leaders to discuss local progress and future challenges.

Mayor Natalia Alarcon and City Manager Michael Ramirez represented the City of Carpinteria, speaking to the power of community partnerships, the City’s commitment to inclusivity, and the budgetary challenges facing Carpinteria.

The event underscored Carpinteria’s dedication to maintaining its unique character while navigating the complexities of modern municipal growth. Alarcon and Ramirez were joined by Councilmember Monica Solorzano and members of the City’s staff.

We were thrilled to be included in the annual State of the City and given the opportunity to tell our story!

From March 31 to April 3, over a dozen dedicated local teens spent their Spring Break completing the Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training. To celebrate their commitment to safety, these graduates were recently honored with special commendations from the Carpinteria City Council and First District Supervisor Roy Lee’s office.

What is CERT? CERT is a nationally recognized program that trains volunteers in basic disaster response skills. These teens learned hands-on techniques in fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. This vital training ensures that in the event of a major emergency, our residents—even our youngest ones—are prepared to help themselves, their families, and their neighbors when professional responders may be delayed.

The City relied on invaluable support from community partners Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District, Carpinteria Boys & Girls Club and CERT to complete this important training.

Curious about the thunderous sounds from up north? On Wednesday, April 22, at 5 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Hall, 941 Walnut Ave., the Carpinteria Community Library is hosting an exclusive Vandenberg Mission Update. Colonel Horne and a team of experts from Vandenberg Space Force Base will provide a brief presentation on modern space launch operations and the science behind sonic booms. The evening concludes with a moderated Q&A session.

Be part of the conversation about the future of Carpinteria City Beach. At this workshop, you can:

• Learn about the science behind living shorelines
• Share how you use the beach and what you value most
• Talk with project scientists and City staff about changing shoreline conditions

Join us!

• Saturday, April 25
• 2–4 p.m.
• Veterans Hall, 941 Walnut Ave.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Learn more and RSVP at the link in bio. www.carpinterialivingshoreline.com

Due to forecasted rain, this Saturday’s Annual Household Goods & Hazardous Waste Collection event has been CANCELED.

Rain conditions can compromise the safe handling of hazardous materials in an outdoor setting. Given the uncertainty in the forecast, the City has taken a precautionary approach to protect staff, participants, and the environment. Canceling in advance also helps avoid unnecessary costs and disruptions for partner agencies.

The event will be rescheduled for a date in late spring or early summer. Additional details will be shared in the coming weeks.

For more information about other year-round hazardous and bulky waste disposal options, please visit the City’s website or contact the City of Carpinteria at (805) 684-5405.

The City sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience and appreciates your understanding! 

The Carpinteria City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. Members of the public may attend the meeting at City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., or view the meeting live at https://carpinteriaca.gov/, on Government Access Television Channel 21 or by logging into the Zoom webinar.

The following topics are highlights of the agenda. Additional details and numerous ways for the public to provide comments can be found at https://cityofcarp.co/agendas. Comments posted on social media will not be provided to council members.

• A Proclamation designating the month of April 2026 as “Fair Housing Month”
• A Proclamation designating the week of April 19-25, 2026 as “National Library Week” in the City of Carpinteria.
• Certificates of Commendation awarded to Carpinteria Emergency Response Team (CERT) trainees and trainers.
• Presentation by the County of Santa Barbara Public Health Department on the Carpinteria Health Care Center.
• Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Carpinteria and Environmental Science Associates (ESA) to oversee and prepare environmental review documents for the residential “Farm Project” at 5885 Carpinteria Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $563,518.
• Harbor Seal and Tar Pits Park Interpretive Signage.
• Authorization for the City Manager to execute an agreement with 19six Architects to provide consulting architecture and engineering design services for the Carpinteria Community Pool Improvements Project.
• Approval of the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account Fiscal Year 2026/27 Project List.
• Land transfer agreement for the Rincon Gateway Property from the Land Trust of Santa Barbara County to the City; Deed of Conservation Easement for the Rincon Gateway Property by the City in Favor of the Land Trust; and, Amended and Restated Rincon Bluffs Preserve Endowment Agreement.
• Receive and file the Revenue Enhancement Opportunities Report completed by HdL and consider providing direction to staff on preferred revenue strategies to address the City’s fiscal and infrastructure needs, including consideration of initiating community engagement and public education activities related to potential revenue measures.

During spring break, AgeWell Pickleball will be held at the Carpinteria Middle School courts instead of the usual location at Girls Inc. Join AgeWell on Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 2 from 8 to 10 a.m. Come out, stay active, and enjoy some fun on the courts—we hope to see you there!

The City of Carpinteria is looking for motivated individuals to join our team! Currently we have several positions to fill. Please consider whether these jobs might be a good fit for you or someone you know! Learn more about open positions at governmentjobs.com/careers/carpinteriaca