Economy
Aerospace and defense companies form the basis of the city's private employment as Alliant Techsystems, Citrix Online, and Raytheon have major operations in the area. Santa Barbara's tourist attractions have made the hospitality industry into a major player in the regional economy. Motel 6 was started in Santa Barbara in 1962.
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