☆ 1,000 Trees Initiative

We continued the 1,000 Trees Initiative to preserve Buellton's natural beauty while expanding our urban canopy.

☆ Tree City USA Recognition

Buellton earned recognition as a Tree City USA community, demonstrating our commitment to responsible stewardship, beautification, and long-term investment in our public spaces.

☆ Dark Sky Ordinance

We adopted updated outdoor lighting standards to protect Buellton's beautiful night skies, reduce light pollution, improve neighborhood quality of life, and conserve energy while maintaining public safety.

☆ Santa Ynez River Trail

We partnered with regional agencies to move the Santa Ynez River Trail forward, bringing us closer to a continuous walking and biking trail connecting communities throughout the Santa Ynez Valley.

☆ Communication Boards in Our Parks

We installed communication boards in city parks to make play more inclusive for children with communication challenges, helping every child feel welcome and connected.

☆ The Children’s Museum & SYV Aquatics Center

We invested in the future of our children by supporting both the Santa Ynez Valley Children's Museum and the future Santa Ynez Valley Aquatics Center.

☆ Celebrating an Inclusive Community

We proudly recognized Pride Month, Disability Pride Month, Veterans, Teachers, and other community observances through proclamations and partnerships that celebrate the diversity and welcoming spirit that make Buellton such a special place to live.

☆ Bringing Lost Pets Home Faster

We brought public pet microchip readers to Buellton, making us the first city in Santa Barbara County to offer 24/7, self-service scanning stations.

☆ Welcoming New Neighbors

As new neighborhoods such as Polo Village and the Village Senior Center welcomed their first residents, we worked to ensure they had the support they needed to make a successful tranisiton to our town.

☆ Revitalizing Avenue of Flags

We continue supporting community traditions like the Farmers Market and the Flying Miz Daisy Vintage Market.

☆ Willemsen Property Vision

We established an ad hoc committee to explore the future of the Willemsen property and identify opportunities that best serve the community.

☆ Regional Partnerships

We continue building strong partnerships with neighboring cities, Santa Barbara County, state agencies, and nonprofit organizations to bring additional resources and opportunities to Buellton.

☆ Complete a Buellton Branding Initiative including a new redesigned City website and mobile app.

☆ Host an annual Evening State of the City so residents can hear updates, ask questions, and help shape Buellton's future.

☆ Create a comprehensive Business Directory.

☆ Continue expanding communication through social media, newsletters, and community outreach.

☆ Continue activating Avenue of Flags with events and gathering spaces.

☆ Bringing even more Holiday Magic to Winterfest with a Drone Show.

☆ Grow public art throughout the city.

☆ Launch a Movie in the Park series.

☆ Expand adaptive recreation opportunities so everyone can participate in community programs.

☆ Support parks, recreation, and amenities that enhance everyday life.

☆ Create the McMurray Road crosswalk.

☆ Continue expanding the Santa Ynez River Trail.

☆ Plan for a future pedestrian bridge connecting neighborhoods.

☆ Improve bicycle and pedestrian connectivity throughout Buellton.

☆ Continue advocating for infrastructure that makes it easier and safer to explore Buellton.

☆ Continue implementing priorities identified in the City's Strategic Plan.

☆ Advance the vision for the Willemsen Property through thoughtful planning.

☆ Continue building regional partnerships that bring new resources and opportunities to Buellton.

☆ Create a "report card" to keep residents informed on General Plan progress.

☆Develop an interactive online dashboard where residents can track progress, provide input, and stay engaged with the planning process.