Santa Barbara council restores sister‑city relationship with Cusco, Peru

Council members described recent visits to Cusco and the cultural and diplomatic benefits of reestablishing the sister‑city relationship before voting to approve item 0.6.

A council member pulled item 0.6 from the consent calendar to allow discussion. Several members recounted a warm reception during the visit and said Cusco already considers Santa Barbara a sister city despite a prior administrative lapse. Council discussion highlighted cultural exchange opportunities and anticipated mutual benefits; the mover noted that local stakeholders in Cusco "reciben muy cálidamente" visitors and that reestablishing ties would support cultural and municipal exchanges.

Mayor Pro Tem moved to approve the item, the motion was seconded, and a roll call vote was taken; the motion passed unanimously.

Quote from the meeting: "...fuimos recibidos muy cálidamente por el alcalde y su personal" (Council Member discussing visit to Cusco).

Ending: The Council approved restoring the sister‑city relationship with Cusco, Peru. Staff and council members said they will follow up with appropriate ceremonial and administrative steps.