City of Santa Maria

New Japanese Community Center Grand Opening

June 4, 2026

The City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of The City of Santa Maria Japanese Community Center on Monday, June 8th, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 1855 South Bradley Road.

Santa Maria Regional Transit Announces Route Modifications To Meet Growing Rider Demands

June 3, 2026

Starting Wednesday, July 1ˢᵗ, Santa Maria Regional Transit (SMRT) will implement targeted service updates across its transit network.

Representatives are Sought to Serve on Various City Committees

May 29, 2026

The City of Santa Maria is currently accepting applications for the Block Grants Advisory Committee, Central Coast Commission for Seniors Area Agency on Aging, and the Library Board of Trustees, until Monday, June 15, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.

Machado Plaza Hosts Paws in the Plaza Event

May 11, 2026

The City of Santa Maria is promoting responsible pet ownership by hosting the first Paws in the Plaza event from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17th at the Machado Plaza located at 224 West Chapel Street.

Director of Recreation and Parks Department Appointed

May 11, 2026

Santa Maria City Manager David Rowlands is pleased to announce the appointment of the new Director of Recreation and Parks, Ramon Galo, who commences this role on Monday, June 1.

Changes to Services due to Memorial Day Closure

May 11, 2026

The City of Santa Maria advises residents that there will be no collection services, or street sweeping, on Monday, May 25th (Memorial Day).