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Construction continues on the long-awaited San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project. Community members, staff, and regional partners gathered at Armitos Park and Community Garden on April 9, 2026, to celebrate the groundbreaking of this important connectivity project.
Speakers at the event included City Manager Robert Nisbet, Mayor Paula Perotte, Councilmembers James Kyriaco (District 2) and Luz Reyes-Martín (District 1), Public Works Director Luz “Nina” Buelna, and Marjie KIRN Executive Director of the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments. Councilmember Luz Reyes- Martín stated, “[This project is] not just investing on a path but investing in long-term health for our city.”
Watch this highlight video of the ceremony and learn why the start of construction is especially rewarding and what you can expect when the path is finished.
The project will create a welcoming and accessible three miles of new Class I bike and pedestrian pathway, improving connectivity between neighborhoods, Old Town Goleta, and key destinations including the beach, University of California, Santa Barbara, and the City of Santa Barbara.
Construction is now underway on the project, which will provide a safer, more direct route for walking and biking across both sides of Highway 101. The City encourages the public to follow posted signage, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling near construction zones.
The City of Goleta appreciates the community’s continued support as construction moves forward.
For more information about the project, visit: www.CityofGoleta.org/SJPath. For questions, email SJPath@CityofGoleta.gov or call/text 805-699-5392.
Pictured above: City of Goleta Mayor Paula Perotte speaks at San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path groundbreaking event held at Armitos Park and Community Garden
The Goleta City Council pose with gold shovels at the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Groundbreaking (pictured left-to-right: Councilmember Stuart Kasdin [District 4], Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martín [District 1], Mayor Paula Perotte, Councilmember James Kyriaco [District 2], and Mayor Pro Tempore [District 3])
Goleta City Manager Robert Nisbet speaks at San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path groundbreaking
San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path groundbreaking attendees share celebratory moment