Isla Vista

IVCSD introduces last IVFP lieutenant ever, discusses policing after budget cuts

June 5, 2026 by and

The Isla Vista Community Services District was introduced to IVFP Lieutenant Thomas Green and heard reports from various programs at its May 26 meeting.
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TBTN holds vigil for rape and strangulation survivor, voice frustration with administration

May 27, 2026 by

A.S. Take Back the Night and representatives of the survivor of the recent rape and strangulation in campus housing, hosted a vigil in Greek Park on May 26.
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IVCSD hears from CALPIRG, parking compliance and annual reports

May 21, 2026 by

The IVCSD heard from CALPIRG members and presented their public works and sustainability annual report during their board meeting on May 12. 
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SBMTD explains proposed bus cuts, IVCSD updates parking program

May 7, 2026 by and

A SBMTA representative discussed proposed bus line service changes due to a 30% loss of annual federal operating assistance at the April 28. IVCSD meeting.
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IVCSD debriefs Soltopia, previews I.V. Safe meeting

April 22, 2026 by and

The IVCSD debriefed the Soltopia music festival and discussed plans for their upcoming Isla Vista Safe meeting at its April 14 meeting. 
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Isla Vista unincorporated: the community’s fight for cityhood

January 22, 2026 by

Isla Vista is considered an unincorporated community, meaning it is not an official city and falls under the jurisdiction of Santa Barbara County.
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IVCSD implements I.V. parking compliance program

October 30, 2025 by and

As part of an effort to address parking issues, Isla Vista Community Services District aims to implement a new parking compliance program in November.
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‘Jesus people cooking Jesus Burgers’: a look into Del Playa’s 20-year tradition

October 9, 2025 by

Since 2001, every Friday night at 6686 Del Playa Drive, Jesus Burgers has given out free burgers to anyone willing to wait from 10 p.m. to midnight.
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Strengthened UCIV provides ‘safe space’ on nights out

February 15, 2025 by

The University of California in Isla Vista (UCIV) is a non-police affiliated organization of student representatives who oversee aid stations, providing free water and snacks
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Break-in at I.V. Food Co-op, suspect at large

February 3, 2025 by

An unidentified suspect broke into the Isla Vista Food Cooperative at around 2:30 a.m. Feb. 1, stealing parts of an empty cash register and damaging a back window.
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IVCSD finalizes draft for parking, mobility reforms, open to public comment until Nov. 1

November 4, 2024 by

The IVCSD has released a final draft of parking and mobility plans for I.V., including an enforcement parking compliance program. Residents can leave comments about the reforms via a Google form.
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Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

November 4, 2024 by

The UC Santa Barbara Women's Center is hosting a Witches & Feminism event on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 1-2 p.m. at the Women's Center Lounge in the SRB. 
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IVRPD hosts first Stewardship Saturday event of the quarter

October 11, 2024 by

IVRPD held the first ‘Stewardship Saturday’ of the 2024-25 school year on Oct. 5. ‘Stewardship Saturday’ is a weekly series where volunteers can learn tips about sustainable gardening.
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IVCSD rolls out new fees for community spaces reservations

September 27, 2024 by

The IVCSD has started charging a fee for community space rentals, a service that had otherwise been free up until Sept. 1. The board said the new charges will help balance its budget and cover janitor...
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IVCRC holds annual Pardall Carnival

May 6, 2024 by

Roughly 800 community members attended to experience live music, free food catering, games, a 30-foot Ferris wheel, a mechanical bull and live music.
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