Kraig Pakulski / Thursday, February 26, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara Looks to Hike Property and Hotel Taxes as Budget Gaps Grow With a $5.9 million budget gap this year and a projected $14.6 million deficit for fiscal year 2027, the Santa Barbara City Council is moving forward with proposed increases to […] The post Santa Barbara Looks to Hike Property and Hotel Taxes as Budget Gaps Grow appeared first on edhat. Previous Article Cannabis Tax Could Rise as Santa Barbara Scrambles to Close Budget Deficit Next Article Recent ICE Confrontations in Santa Barbara Prompt Community to Demand Accountability at City Council Meeting Print 18 Rate this article: No rating Please login or register to post comments.