Starting July 5, Santa Barbara City Hall will be open for business 9 a.m. to 3 p.m daily, Monday through Friday, with the exception of closures every other Friday and federal holidays.

Doors will remain unlocked until 5:30 p.m. (or later) on days when the City Council is meeting.

A downtown ambassador will be stationed in the lobby, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily, to assist visitors entering City Hall, 735 Anacapa St. Signage, noting the updated operating hours, will be posted on the front doors.

After-hours deliveries should be made at the Human Resources door, by ringing the bell.

Answers to frequently asked questions and payment inquiries can be found at www.santabarbaraca.gov.