Coastal View News • February 13, 2025

CARPINTERIA

Fighting for raises

On Friday, Carpinteria Unified School District employees — including middle school teacher Emmanuel Campuzano, pictured — took to the streets to show their support for higher wages and the end of a negotiation impasse between the teacher’s union, Carpinteria Association of United School Employees, and the district. Several district employees told CVN they have gone nearly three years without a raise; the CUSD superintendent said district representatives “remain committed to reaching fair and sustainable agreements.” Read more on pages 12-13 of this week’s print.

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Greatest storm impacts expected Thursday

The greatest impacts from this week’s storm are expected to hit Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Ventura and Los Angeles counties on Thursday.

According to the National Weather Service, there is a high risk of road flooding and burn scar debris flows, and a low-moderate risk for creek flooding, between Thursday at noon and Friday at 6 a.m. Residents should stay off the roads on Thursday, the NWS said. The rain is expected to end by midnight on Friday.

Santa Barbara County is expected to see 1.5–3 inches of rain, with 3–6 inches in the mountains and the foothills, between Wednesday and Friday.

Stay updated online at weather.gov/LOX. Residents can also sign up for alerts at readysbc.org.

A Freedom Warming Center — for homeless community members — will open in Carpinteria Thursday and Friday at Carpinteria Community Church, 1111 Vallecito Road. The center will be open 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. For updates on the center, call the Warming Center hotline at (805) 203-3666.

CUSD proposal includes not replacing a retiring teacher at Carpinteria Family School

The Carpinteria Unified School District (CUSD) has proposed not replacing a retiring third grade teacher at Carpinteria Family School (CFS) for the next school year, and moving students from that class into a combination third and fourth grade classroom at Canalino Elementary School.

This recommendation came out of the 2025-26 budget development process as part of potential reductions. The budget proposal includes not replacing four full-time employees at the district through attrition, or retirements and resignations.

The CFS teacher is set to retire at the end of this school year, CUSD Superintendent Diana Rigby told CVN last week. If the teacher were not replaced, that would leave CFS with one combination fourth and fifth grade classroom.

“These discussions are very preliminary and will undergo many iterations before the board makes a final decision in June,” Rigby emphasized.

— Jun Starkey

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Rincon Classic surfs into town this weekend

The 43rd annual Channel Islands Surfboards Rincon Classic has been called for Feb. 15–16 at Rincon. The all-ages contest will run from 6:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on both days.

“After a stellar December the ocean and conditions went dormant for six weeks, but a series of storms are projected to send solid swell and good conditions for the last weekend in the regular 6 week waiting period,” organizer Chris Keet said in a press release sent out Tuesday. “Contest organizers have been waiting in earnest for a weekend to line up with swell and weather to offer truly Classic conditions and it looks like the Queen will be sharing the love with the local community this Valentines / Presidents day weekend.”

Padaro Beach Grill will host an awards ceremony and live and silent auction after the contest. Prize proceeds will benefit those affected by the Los Angeles fires. Learn more online at rinconclassic.com.

Stay punctual with local watch, clock club

Carpinteria’s Bob Stokes is the new president of the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, Chapter 190, which meets monthly at the Ventura City College. The 70-person club is scheduled to meet next on Sunday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The club’s members are “passionate about collecting, repairing, and researching information about their clocks and watches,” according to a press release from the club. “Their interests range from antiques to modern high-end timepieces.”

Stokes’ focus is personalized, engraved wristwatches. He enjoys identifying them, creating a biography and returning them to the original owner’s family. Per the press release, most of the watches Stokes has found belong to servicemen or athletes, but watches owned by a child actor who starred with Frank Sinatra, a friend of Amelia Earhart, and a 1930s St. Paul gangster have also passed through his possession. For more information about the club, email Stokes at robert.s.stokes@hotmail.com. For tales about Stokes’ watches, visit timecapsule-watch.com.

Izzy Scott grabs a wave during the 2024 Rincon Classic.

The Palms set for Architectural Review Board review on Feb. 13

The city of Carpinteria’s Architectural Review Board (ARB) will offer its final review of The Palms at its regular Thursday, Feb. 13 meeting.

The Palms, at 701 Linden Ave., will undergo interior and exterior renovations. Plans include converting a portion of the roof into a covered bar and uncovered lounge area; a restaurant and a market/ cafe retail area on the first floor; and a banquet/event space on the second floor. Nine parking spaces would be provided; though a lot of this size would normally require 54 parking spaces, per California law the developers can “credit” parking spots in nearby city lots.

The city of Carpinteria’s Planning Commission approved the renovations back in December, though they nixed live music for the rooftop terrace. Only low-volume speaker music will be allowed up top. The owners will be able to apply for an entertainment license for live music on the inside of the building on the lower floors.

Representing the owners, Laurel Perez with Suzanne Elledge Planning and Permitting Services told the Planning Commission in December that the new restaurant will have an all-day takeout kitchen.

The board meets at Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. For the full agenda, visit bit.ly/CarpinteriaCityMeetings.

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Girls Inc. gala honorees are longtime supporters of leadership program

BY EVELYN SPENCE

Longtime Girls Inc. supporters Esther and Hans Brand of Carpinteria will be honored at the Girls Inc. gala on Feb. 22 for their extensive backing of the girls leadership program.

The pair — owners of cannabis company Autumn Brands and B&H Flowers — were early supporters of Girls Inc.’s endowment fund, Girls Inc. representative Aubrey Watkins told CVN. B&H Flowers offered a hefty donation in the mid-1990s to build the now-30-year-old campus on Foothill Road.

Their love for the Girls Inc. programs stretches back decades. Esther told CVN that she was a regular when she was younger at the original Girls Inc. of Carpinteria campus, then located on Maple Avenue.

Girls Inc. campus.

“It was just a great place to go and hang out with other girls and, I think I did mostly arts and crafts,” Esther said. “It was just a great, safe place to be.”

E sther and her family — the Van Wingerdens — came to Carpinteria from Holland when she was just a year old. Hans immigrated when he was 18, in 1985; his family first landed in the Nipomo area, and then a year later, moved to Carpinteria.

Carpinteria resident Bob S tokes is the new President of Chapter 190 of the NAWCC Association of Watch & Clock Collectors). The club – which meets monthly at Ventura has over 70 members who are passionate about collecting, repairing, and researching information about their clocks and watches. Their interests range from to modern high-end timepieces (Rolex, Patek Philippe, etc.). Our meetings include presentations, repair classes, and a congenial sharing of information

left, arts center Board Chair Tim Cohen, Executive Director Kristina Calkins and volunteer Ted Rhodes at the Santa Barbara Green Business Awards Ceremony.

Arts center certified Green Business

“Esther and I met that summer,” Hans said. “But she was in college… so we waited, and then we got back together about a year later and got married a couple years later.” They are celebrating 35 years of marriage this year.

“Ralph Brown helped us buy some properties in town, and he was a good friend, always, and Betty as well,” Hans said. “They came to us about Girls Inc. about the campus, and it made sense, what they said. We’ve always been involved, since then. We always make donations, and tried to help, go to the auctions, spend some money there.” T hey heavily praised Girls Inc. for contributing to local girls’ successes, and lauded local families — the Van Wingerdens, the Browns and Overgaags, to name a few — for their longtime involvement.

Bob has focused on acquiring and researching vintage personalized wristwatches with the original owner’s name, enabling him to uniquely identify them, prepare a detailed biography, and if possible, return them to the owner’s family Most belonged to servicemen athletes, but he also has watches owned by a child actor who starred with Frank Sinatra pioneering aviatrix friend of Amelia Earhart; and a notorious 1930’s St. Paul gangster

The California Green Business Network recently certified the Lynda Fairly Arts Center as a Green Business, Executive Director Kristina Calkins told CVN on Tuesday. It is the only organization in Carpinteria to meet this certification. The center has introduced practices to prevent pollution, reduce waste, save water, operate more sustainably, conserve energy and exceed regulatory requirements. “We hope to inspire fellow nonprofits and businesses to join us with a commitment to green practices,” Calkins said.

Arts center representatives — including Calkins, Board Chair Tim Cohen and volunteer Ted Rhodes — accepted the certification during an awards ceremony at the Environmental Defense Center.

Kori Nielsen, the Santa Barbara Green Business program coordinator, will speak about the program and its benefits during a Wednesday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m. meeting of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning. The meeting will take place at the Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road.

State Route 192 closed Thursday for power pole repairs

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Just east of Orega Ridge Road, State Route 192 — also known as Sycamore Canyon Road — will close Thursday afternoon, 2–7 p.m., to allow Southern California Edison to conduct power pole repairs. A detour will be available on Conejo Viego Road, Alston Road and Aucalyptus Hill Road.

Updates to local road closures are available online at quickmap.dot.ca.gov, and on Caltrans social media accounts: @CaltransHQ on Twitter and facebook.com/ CaltransHQ.

Hans launched B&H Flowers with his father and brother. His dad is now retired, and Hans now operates Autumn Brands with his kids, Johnny and Hanna.

The pair credited longtime philanthropists Betty Brown and the late Ralph Brown for helping them become formally involved with Girls Inc. Betty joined the Girls Inc. Board in the late 1980s and spearheaded the effort to raise $2.46 mil lion for the 1994 construction of the new

“It’s very hard to have a program like that in a small town like this, to be that successful, but I think if you look at the national standard, even the Girls Inc. here is one of the most successful, biggest programs there is,” Hans said.

Esther and Hans said they do prefer to stay out of the spotlight, but that they are honored they are this year’s gala honorees. “We are proud. Girls Inc. is such a great organization.”

The gala is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22, 5–9 p.m. at the Girls Inc. of Carpinteria

Over a dozen personalized wristwatches been returned (at no charge) to the the original owners, including eight families of WW2 veterans The stories men and women are presented on his www.TimeCapsule-Watch.com

Please email Bob at robert s.stokes@hotmail.com about our Sunday Chapter 190 meetings –just want more information about a watch you own Our next meeting is February 16th

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Esther and Hans Brand

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The Palms, at 701 Linden Ave., will undergo both interior and exterior renovations.

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City departments report on track progress during second quarterly reports

BY LIV KLEIN

Several city of Carpinteria departments presented their second quarterly department fiscal reports on Monday, including the city’s General Government Department, Administrative Services Department, Community Development Department, Public Works Department, and the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department.

Moving forward, the city will deliver quarterly department fiscal reports instead of an annual report to enhance public outreach education and increase transparency, hold departments accountable and allow city staff to be more nimble, City Manager Michael Ramirez said on Monday.

All departments reported largely positive and on track progress.

General Government

In the second fiscal quarter, the General Government Department made significant progress on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan, specifically in policy development, legislative actions and program implementation.

The department reported substantial milestone achievements, including: the adoption of Resolution No. 6346, which formalized the new appointment process for City Advisory Groups and approved the City Advisory Group Handbook and Code of Conduct; completion of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election, including designation of the current City Council positions; initiation of an audit of all contracts and agreements with the City of Carpinteria to ensure that all vendors meet insurance requirements; welcomed a new Chief of Police and introduced written monthly law enforcement reports; and increased participation in community events.

The department reported major expenditures of $35,275 dollars towards Strategic Planning Consultant Tripepi Smith for professional service contracts and $40,335 dollars towards engineering firm Willdan. However, both expenditures were on budget, Ramirez noted.

The department did not report any financial concerns or changes.

Moving forward, priorities for the third fiscal quarter include continuing to improve community engagement and outreach through better communication, finalize the update to the Injury Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) and strengthen safety training programs for city staff, procure and implement management software to streamline the legislative process and transition to digital records, implement the City’s strategic plan for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), including the finalization of the Strategic Equity Plan, and complete the Preliminary Engineer’s Reports for the Assessment Districts update.

Administrative Services

In the second fiscal quarter, the Administrative Services department completed the annual city audit and finalized the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report FY 2023/24.

The department reported that the city remained within budget during the second fiscal quarter. As of December 31, 2024, the department had a remaining $731,611 after major expenditures, with $515,139 dollars spent towards personal services, professional services, contract services, utilities and other operating expenses.

T he department’s priorities for the third fiscal quarter include implementing the annual benefits, addressing proposed

Several city of Carpinteria departments presented their quarterly department fiscal reports

City Council on Monday. City Hall is located at 5775 Carpinteria Ave midyear adjustments and kicking off the FY 2025/26 budget.

Community Development Department

The Community Development Department looks to accommodate growth while preserving Carpinteria’s small, beach town character, strengthen community engagement and ensure fiscal sustainability, representatives said Monday.

I n the second fiscal quarter, the Community Development Department achieved several milestones. The department, through the Carpinteria City Council, adopted the new Housing Element Zoning Amendment packages and submitted them to the state for certification. The department also released administration drafts of the final, updated General Plan Elements for the sections including Land Use and Community Design.

Progress towards expanding the Safe Parking Program was made and the SolarApp was launched with digital permit software.

A ccording to the report, increasing permit costs has positively resulted in outperforming the department’s budget with revenues. However, the department reported that the entire fiscal year’s $100,000 allocation for building plan check and inspection consultant services was entirely spent in the second fiscal quarter.

“We’ve seen a nice uptick in revenues compared to the last couple of years that hopefully we can benefit from, because one of the challenges we are seeing is that we have expended nearly all of our budget allocation for our plan check building inspection consultant services,” Community Development Director Nick Bobroff told the council.

“I’m hoping to come back as part of the mid-year budget adjustment and ask that some of the additional funds be redirected or reallocated to this so that we can continue to keep these consultants on board to help support CDD staff in providing building and safety services to our community.”

I n the upcoming fiscal quarter, the department hopes to release the General Plan update for public draft and fill vacant positions.

Public Works

Three major capital projects — the 2022 pavement rehabilitation project, the Via real stormwater project and the former Venoco Oil Pipeline project — were sub-

stantially completed or completed within the Public Works Department during the second fiscal quarter, according to city staff.

The department also reported that all ten assigned capital projects are in design; in previous years, they were only able to keep up with a portion of the capital projects. The department also brought the city into compliance with Senate Bill 1383 regulations by encouraging all commercial solid waste customers to enroll in an organic waste service.

However, the department reported significant challenges faced in the second fiscal quarter: a delay in the anticipated microtransit services due to a shortage of qualified transit drivers, not enough having staff or funding to meet new State Water Resource Control Board requirements in the coming years, and an overall lack of staffing that limited the department’s full capacity to complete projects.

The department reported major expenditures of $4,055,056.95 for the Toro Enterprise, 2022 Pavement Rehab Project, and $1,144,760.90 for the Toro Enterprise Via Real Stormwater Project during the second fiscal quarter, but noted that these projects were still within budget.

Ho wever, the department deviated from the department’s budget by repairing the city’s pre-owned street sweeper to keep up with and repair roadwork, which amounted to $43,272.36.

Moving forward, the Public Works Department hopes to receive approval of the proposed 5% AB 939 fee increase

to fully fund the city’s solid waste programming and will release the General Plan update public draft in the third fiscal quarter. Additionally, it will continue to seek funding for program operations and capital projects.

Parks, Recreation and Community Services

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department cited several accomplishments, including launching a monthly AgeWell WISE column in the Coastal View News; receiving an inspection and approval from the Coast Guard for all of the city’s kayaks and stand-up paddle boards at the boathouse; starting a weekly Lotería program for Spanish-speaking seniors; improving accessibility to the city’s barbeque, picnic and Veterans Hall rentals through RecDesk; and increased staffing.

“The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department continues to enhance community engagement, streamline operations and expand programing,” Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director Jeanette Grant told the council.

According to the report, the department’s budget is on track with no major expenditures or financial concerns or changes.

The department will use the third fiscal quarter to plan and schedule upcoming summer sessions, announce the library’s “One Community, One Book” title and program schedule and begin recruitment for the city’s new librarian.

City recognizes February as Black History Month

On Monday night, the Carpinteria City Council designated February 2025 as Black History Month in the city of Carpinteria, honoring the theme of “African Americans and Labor.”

Dianne Travis-Teague from Pacifica Graduate Institute accepted the council’s proclamation on behalf of the Black History Celebration Committee.

“On behalf of the Black History Celebration Committee, our community, our children, and our grandchildren — who are really the future of this community — it is our honor to accept the proclamation with gratitude to the city of Carpinteria,” Travis-Teague said

following the council’s presentation of the proclamation.

Travis-Teague also spoke on the importance of recognizing Black history in local communities.

“Black history provides valuable lessons for everyone, encouraging empathy, critical thinking and a broader perspective on human experience,” she said. “Recognizing Black history sheds light on the historical and ongoing racial injustice including slavery, segregation, and discrimination, allowing for better comprehension of current societal challenges.”

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Local police do not enforce immigration law, police chief says

BY LIV KLEIN

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office (SBSO) — including the Carpinteria Coastal Division — does not enforce federal immigration law, Carpinteria Coastal Bureau Chief Rich Brittingham reaffirmed to the Carpinteria City Council on Monday.

“The Carpinteria Police Department and the SB Sheriff’s Office’s primary focus will continue to be the protection of and service to all members of our community, regardless of immigration status,” Chief Brittingham said.

“I’ve been with this organization for over 20 years, I’ve arrested a lot of people and never once have I asked for someone’s immigration status,” he continued. “That is just something that we do not do — that is not our responsibility.”

Chief Brittingham referred the council

to Senate Bill 54, a 2017 California law that prevents state and local agencies from working on behalf of federal immigration agencies. However, collaboration is allowed in felony cases involving violence, he clarified.

“(The bill) prohibits us from contacting them if someone gets arrested,” Chief Brittingham said.

Vice Major Mónica Solórzano asked if the Sheriff’s Department is made aware when U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) representatives are in town; Chief Brittingham said that when outside agencies come into town, it’s a courtesy to make themselves known to the local department.

“We should have knowledge, they should be calling our dispatch,” he told the council. “That applies to any law enforcement agencies including Santa Barbara Police Department and Ventura

Council approves Measure A local programs, projects

On Monday night, the Carpinteria City Council approved the local programs and projects for Measure A expenditures for Fiscal Year 2025/26 through Fiscal Year 2029/30.

Measure A — a one-half percent sales tax first approved in 1989, then extended another 30 years in 2008 — provides monthly allocation funding for local projects and programs. The funds from Measure A can only be spent on certain projects within the city that contribute to local street and transportation improvements, per city staff.

Additionally, a minimum of 10% of the city’s Measure A allocation must be spent on alternative transportation. This percentage must be met or exceeded every five years. The city of Carpinteria exceeded the percentage minimum in previous years and plans to continue to do so. Public Works estimates that the city will spend 20% of its total Measure A allocation funds on alternative transportation projects for the current five-year period through FY 2029/30.

The Public Works Department told council on Monday that staff expects to spend a total of $5,064,000 of Measure A funds on projects related to local street and transportation improvements throughout the next five-year period, FY 2025/26 through FY 2029/30, and $1,293,000 on projects related to alternative transportation.

The department also released its plan for specific projects and fund allocations. Within local street and transportation improvements, the city plans to to spend a total of $2,775,000 Measure A revenue over the course of the next five-year fiscal period on projects including: Administration Program; Street Maintenance Program; Right-of-Way Maintenance Program; Transportation, Parking and Lighting Program; Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Replacement Project; Pavement Rehabilitation Projects; Pavement Maintenance Projects; Pedestrian Bridge Inspection Program; and Pavement Management Update.

A total of $715,000 of Measure A’s revenue is planned for safety improvements, which include the Safety Traffic Program and Carpinteria High School Crosswalk Safety Improvements Project.

The Urban Forestry Street Program, which includes the Street Tree Management Program, is expected to use a total of $775,000 of Measure A’s revenue.

“I’ve been with this organization for over 20 years, I’ve arrested a lot of people and never once have I asked for someone’s immigration status (...) That is just something that we do not do — that is not our responsibility.”

— Carpinteria Coastal Bureau Chief Rich Brittingham

SO, for deconfliction purposes to protect the public and Carpinteria deputies.”

However, knowing if they are here is the extent of Carpinteria’s knowledge when it comes to ICE representatives entering the city. The department would not have information or knowledge regard-

Measure A — approved back in 2008 — provides monthly allocation funding for local projects and programs. The funds from Measure A can only be spent on certain projects within the city that contribute to local street and transportation improvements.

Roadway Drainage Facilities, including the Storm Drain Maintenance Program, is expected to spend $305,000 of Measure A’s revenue..

A total of $270 ,000 is allocated for Traffic Management through the Traffic Operations Program and $199,000 for The Landscape Maintenance Program.

Highway Improvements via the Carpinteria Freeway Circulation Improvements and the Linden Avenue Improvements Project are expected to take $1,000,000 of Measure A revenue.

For the required alternative transportation expenditures, the city will spend a total of $1,158,000 of its Measure A revenue for the next five years on maintenance, repair, construction and improvement of bike and pedestrian facilities, which include the Concrete Repair Program/ Curb Ramp Program, Bike Path Maintenance Program and Franklin Creek Trail Improvement Project.

Additionally, the Safe Routes to Schools Education Program will use $40,000 of Measure A revenue and the Easy Lift Transportation Paratransit Service and HELP of Carpinteria, Dial-A-Ride Service will use $95,000

The approved list of proposed projects and expenditures of Measure A for the upcoming five-year period will now be sent to the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments.

ing ICE’s whereabouts and intentions.

“For us, it’s business as usual,” Chief Brittingham said. “We deal with penal code violations, we don’t deal with anything immigration, and if you look up SB54 or even go to our website, you will see we are prohibited to do that.”

In other city news…

CUSD, city enter joint-use agreement

The Carpinteria City Council approved a joint-use agreement on Monday evening between the city and the Carpinteria Unified School District, authorizing the public use of the Carpinteria Middle School (CMS) and Carpinteria High School (CHS) recreation facilities outside of school hours. This is a preliminary five-year agreement, with room for expansion.

The previous 20-year agreement, which authorized joint development with the city and public use of new outdoor athletic facilities at CMS, expired in October 2024. The new five-year agreement grants use-rights during non-school hours on weekdays and all day on weekends and school breaks.

Because of fencing restrictions, this agreement applies to the CMS’s pickleball and tennis courts, but excludes the middle school’s track and field and basketball court facilities. To supplement the restricted facilities, CHS is offering its track and field and two half court basketball courts outside of school hours and high school sports hours.

New items available in Library of Things

The Carpinteria Community Library, at 5141 Carpinteria Ave., offers a collection of non-book items for check-out, referred to as the Library of Things. Librarian Jody Thomas told the Carpinteria City Council on Monday that she is excited to share new items added to the collection, including two stargazing kits and a handful of Nintendo Switch games.

New items are added each month to the Library of Things. A list of current items can be found on the library’s website, carpinterialibrary.org, under collections.

New library program: Books-to-Movies

This month, the Carpinteria Community Library is launching a new program: Books-to-Movies.

The first featured book is Gregory Maguire’s “Wicked.”Librarian Jody Thomas encourages program participants to read the book before attending the movie screening at the end of the month on Friday, Feb. 28, though it is not required. The film screening welcomes all and attendance is free. Popcorn will be provided.

The library is located at 5151 Carpinteria Ave. Learn more online at carpinterialibrary.org.

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Obituary

Dana Lynn Hanson

03/12/1960 — 12/24/2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Dana Lynn Hanson announces her sudden passing from this earth on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 in Ventura, California. She was surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Her husband Ken and daughter Jenny were able to hold her close until the Lord took her.

Dana was born Dana Lynn Nigh to Albert Kilbourne (Kibby) and Nina Ann Nigh on March 12, 1960 in Belleville, Illinois at Scott Air Force Base. She was the youngest of five children born into a proud military family. Her first few years were spent at Norton Air Force Base, California; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and Westover Air Force Base, Massachusetts.

The family returned to Carpinteria, California when Kibby retired from the Air Force in 1967. That was our family home and where our mom was born in 1923. Grandpa and Grandma lived on Star Pine Road from 1926 until the 1980s. The family home was sold in 1990.

Dana started first grade at St. Joseph’s in 1967. That’s where she met her best friend for life, Carrie Bonior Edwards. They were always together through Girl Scouts, Junior Lifeguards, and their love of the Dodgers. Carrie passed away last February and they are together again.

After St. Joseph school closed, she went to Mount Carmel School in Montecito. She went to Carpinteria High School and graduated in 1978. She worked as a dispatcher for Coastal Copy Products, where she met the love of her life, Kenneth Hanson. Into her life came not only Ken, but his son Scott, whom she helped raise from the time he was three years

old. Dana and Ken celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on Dec. 16.

Her proudest achievement was her daughter Jenny. They shared a love of sports, especially softball and baseball. Dana was her coach from the day she started tee-ball to when she was playing on an International team that played in Italy and Spain. She was so proud of her graduating from nursing school, marrying Austin, and having her two beautiful grandchildren.

Our little “D” will be missed by so many. She was so loved by her friends. You couldn’t cruise through Carp without everyone waving! All the support from them has been such a comfort to us.

Dana was preceded in death by her grandparents Chet and Helen Miller, her parents Albert (Kibby) and Nina Nigh, her brother Jamie, and aunts Joyce Nolan and Nina Phillips. She is survived by her caring and devoted husband and pal Ken Hanson, loving daughter Jenny Lynn Lanquist and her husband Austin Lanquist, grandson Jettson Lanquist, and granddaughter Amelia Lanquist, all of Ventura. She is also survived by her son Scott Hanson of Santa Maria, her oldest brother Peter Nigh (Sandy and son Josh) of Prescott, Arizona, her sisters Stephanie Dayton and Mary Neighbors (Glenn), nephew Mark McGibbon of Baker City, Oregon, and Aunt Marte of Yosemite National Park.

Dana was the bookkeeper at the Mission Basilica San Buenaventura for many years. We ask that any donations in Dana’s honor and memory be made to the San Buenaventura Mission Holy Cross School. It was a special place for her.

We will miss your beautiful smile, sense of humor, kindness, love and talking everyday. You will always be in our hearts and soul. We will always remember and love you, Dana. Rest in peace.

A memorial mass will be celebrated Monday, February 17, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Mission Basilica San Buenaventura, 211 East Main Street, Ventura. For a map, directions to ceremony locations, to sign the family’s online guest book, share stories or post pictures, please visit CaminoDelSolFuneralHome.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Otto & Son’s Camino del Sol Funeral Home, Oxnard, (805) 483-3443.

Personality: clarifying development

Did you know that in the first three years of life, 75 percent of your personality is developed? The remaining 25 percent continues throughout our lifetime. This figure can be shocking to people, especially since we look at the growth of babies and infants as a more ancillary time period. This beginning stage of our development is critical to our healthy path throughout our lives Infancy and adolescence are distinct times where we have huge neuronal bursts that only occur at these two times in our lives. Neural pathways are being formed and consolidated depending on what is reinforced or not being utilized. We want to have healthy pathways so that we can operate from a healthy foundation throughout our lifespan.

Pathology is the “science of diseases (French 1610) or study of disease Latin” from the Greek word pathos. Most disorders or diseases have a “path” of where the illness started — similar to a path on a road. Some are idiopathic, meaning there is an unknown beginning or source. This is why biopsies get sent to a medical doctor called a pathologist, who determines the etiology or source of illness. In psychology, personality disorders begin early on and develop over time. An individual might seem completely “normal” and later in life develop issues.

Change takes time. Focus on small changes and be kind to yourself along the way.

problem or are developing a disorder? We all have needs, impulses and thoughts. The difference in healthy or unhealthy personality is when the feelings occur throughout the day and affect our ability to function. Diagnosing personality disorders is very complex and takes many years of training and clinical experience.

THE ART OF SELF CARE CVN

DR. DEBORAH SMILOVITZ FOSTER

Our personality can be healthy or unhealthy. When we have an illness or disorder in this area we may have trouble relating to ourselves other people and situations. There are 10 specific and distinct personality disorders: antisocial, schizotypal, avoidant, obsessive-compulsive and many people have also heard of narcissism or borderline. These are the most common.

How do we know when we have a

As a psychologist we have terminology that is used to describe these issues. They are ego-dystonic or ego-syntonic — terms were first introduced by Sigmund Freud, the father of psychology/ psychoanalysis. Ego dystonic is healthy; I liken it to something being distant from yourself. You might wake up in the morning and feel a bit off. You notice a part of yourself that is different or imbalanced (depressed, anxious, stressed for example) and decide if you need more rest, something to eat, exercise, rest or to get together with a friend. Ego-syntonic is unhealthy and describes individuals who aren’t in tune with themselves. To the individual it seems fine, whereas people around them notice something different.

Our understanding of the human mind evolves, so does our approach to psychology. Current research explores the brain and body connection. Some powerful therapeutic techniques include Mindfulness Meditation/Breathwork, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Both of these focus on positivity, acceptance and awareness––these help modify maladaptive personality traits. We continue to understand human behavior, personality and mental health with nuanced approaches that incorporate and honor each person’s individual strengths and focus on psychological well-being. Any challenges we might face can be overcome as we strive for greater self-awareness and growth-this is the journey of life. If you can make it an ongoing process you will feel healthier and more balanced. Change takes time. Focus on small changes and be kind to yourself along the way. Take time to look at yourself a little bit each day so you don’t get overwhelmed and come from a place of compassion, kindness and non-judgment. There’s always time to grow and evolve!

Dr. Deborah Smilovitz Foster, PhD, has a private clinical practice, is a wife and mother, and enjoys playing tennis and spending time in nature. She can be reached at deborahsmilovitzfosterphd@yahoo.com. Dr. Foster serves as Secretary on the board of HopeNet of Carpinteria (hopenetofcarp.org), whose mission is to improve mental wellness of our residents and to lessen the number of attempted and completed suicides in our community through information, support, training and advocacy.

Do not pave Bailard Avenue farm

We have a vibrant, green treasure in Carpinteria at the end of Bailard Avenue. On Jan. 31, KEYT did a 2:44 minute report on how the farm at Bailard, working with the U.S. The Department of Agriculture, the Santa Barbara Food Bank and Farm Cart Organics, is supplying 7,000 pounds of fresh organic food each week for vital mobile food distribution programs and for local school pantries.

This land should not be rezoned and paved for the Red Tail development. Save Bailard Farm continues to envision and work toward a non-profit solution that will ensure it remains as valuable agricultural land as it has been for over 155 years.

You can watch the video by searching YouTube KEYT Jan. 31 Bailard Farm.

Susie Anderson

Carpinteria

Defining a “good neighbor”

When a member of the city of Carpinteria’s Downtown Business “T” Advisory Board attempts to define “good neighbor” for the community’s newspaper of record, all Carpinteria residents who occupy homes adjacent (or near adjacent) to any Carpinteria business, should pay attention.

Lorraine McIntire wrote, “being a good neighbor means more than just friendly gestures; it means tolerating (within reason) others’ lifestyles.”

I would describe a “good neighbor” as a household or business that is sensitive to the lifestyles of others.

Properly assessing land use sensitivities is a critical step in achieving “compatibility.” “Compatibility” is a guiding objective for every city planning and development department and “neighborliness” is supported when that goal is prioritized.

Dismissing residential uses, denying any Carpinteria resident the use of their home when they please, at any hour they please, for as long as they please, is wrong.

Ms. McIntire asserts that Carpinteria residents “should find other activities away from their home at those times” (when business is conducted); I believe

In CVN Vol. 31, No. 21, “Cutting the ribbon,” pictured, from left, is fifth grader Leila Lawrence, second grader Dorian Shahl, fourth grader Ainsley Bradshaw, fourth grader Sophina Guererro and librarian Julie Soto.

LETTERS

”This land should not be rezoned and paved for the Red Tail development. Save Bailard Farm continues to envision and work toward a non-profit solution that will ensure it remains as valuable agricultural land as it has been for over 155 years.”

Susie Anderson

folks attempting to make Carpinteria their “idyllic retirement haven.” The City Council should stand firm against this and ensure that live music remains a part of Carpinteria’s identity.

Will Breman Santa Barbara

Be kind to your fellow humans

This is a resubmission of an editorial I wrote during the first Trump administration, and sadly, the rhetoric has not changed, so I feel it remains timely. I am writing this because of the kind of comments I read from people who just can’t put themselves in another’s shoes, writing things like, “My family came here legally!” Well, great! How fortunate they were to be able to do that. So did my husband’s family, but they had compassion for those who were not as privileged as they were.

that residents should be able to use their homes when they need and want to, unrestricted and unbothered.

Should residents leave Carpinteria while the use of their homes is compromised or deprived? Should those Carpinterians spend their money elsewhere?

Without “compatibility,” negative economic and environmental effects are experienced by both residents and businesses.

The city of Carpinteria could support economic growth and vitality while, at the same time, it protects residential uses. However, it is alarming that a member of one of its advisory boards recommends that residents re-program and re-schedule their lives to accommodate business activities in our town.

Ms. McIntire directs aggrieved Carpinterians who have suffered negative environmental impacts from any business-borne pollutants — noise, debris, odor — to, essentially, leave town; this prescription is an attack on every Carpinterian’s quality of life.

Eileen Marcussen Carpinteria

A fundamental misunderstanding

The ongoing live music debate in Carpinteria has never really been about noise levels — it’s about a fundamental misunderstanding of “quiet enjoyment.”

Opponents of Island Brewing Company’s (IBC) performances, notably Stephen and Eileen Marcussen, have invoked this legal term to justify their complaints. However, that term references California Civil Code §1927, which applies strictly to landlord-tenant relationships, not homeowners’ rights. It just says landlords must protect the quiet enjoyment of their tenants’ leases. Their argument lacks legal standing.

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Nevertheless, the Marcussens have worked relentlessly to push their agenda, filing countless complaints and making dramatic claims. If last week’s CVN article is any indicator, it looks like Marilyn Jenkins recently committed the same faux pas the Marcussens have constantly been making: big personal claims, and what evidence is there to show for it? How tangibly has IBC’s live music really affected sleep and mental health? If there’s no presentable proof behind those claims, they only exist as empty platitudes, no better than hearsay.

Meanwhile, we now have tangible proof IBC has responsibly managed its sound levels. IBC has been more than cooperative during every step of what they’ve been put through. What truly needs regulation is the misuse of city resources on such incessant, frivolous complaints. Sixty-two from two households is too many. I would say that at this point constitutes harassment. Carpinteria thrives on its arts culture, including live music. Let’s recognize this complaining for what it is — entitled

Personally, I doubt if any of my immigrant forebears came with papers. The German side came over in the 1700s and the Swedes arrived in the late 19th century. They were all looking for a better life, fleeing poverty, failed crops and oppressive governments. The same reason people still migrate today. That is what people do, and always have done. My recommendation to all people who would demonize those seeking asylum in this country is to take a deep breath, get to know someone who doesn’t look like you and listen to their story. Look at them as a fellow human being with all the same hopes and dreams that you have. Please do not listen to the rhetoric that refers to others as “animals, rapists, criminals and murderers.” Do not buy into the stereotyping. It is absolutely unconscionable that this kind of talk and behavior is coming from the very people who should be bringing us together instead of tearing us apart. My heart is breaking for my country right now.

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Carpinteria’s water future: investing in long-term security despite short-term costs

BY BOB MCDONALD

As California faces increasingly severe droughts, local water resources are under greater strain than ever before. The Carpinteria Advanced Purification Project (CAPP) is a bold step forward in securing a reliable water supply for the community, despite the initial financial investment required.

CAPP will produce 1,000 acre-feet (AF) of water per year, supplying approximately 25% of the Carpinteria Valley Water District’s (CVWD) total demand. Given that Carpinteria’s water supply relies primarily on surface water, which is particularly vulnerable to prolonged droughts, this project is essential for the region’s long-term water security.

The project requires a significant upfront investment of $68 million, with an annual operating cost of $2 million. The project has already been awarded $26 million in grant funding and the remaining $42 million upfront costs will be financed through a 1.7%-interest loan. CVWD has aggressively pursued federal and state grants for the past five years. We believe it will be challenging to replicate our

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recent success in securing grants due to potential future federal and state budget constraints. To fund both the project and its ongoing operations, CVWD has implemented gradual rate increases, raising water rates by 7.5% per year in 2025 and 2026, with similar adjustments planned for 2027 and 2028.

While these rate increases will impact customers in the near term, the financial burden is expected to stabilize by 2028 and begin to decline in 2035. This decline is driven by the scheduled retirement of significant debts, including obligations

To fund both the project and its ongoing operations, CVWD has implemented gradual rate increases, raising water rates by 7.5% per year in 2025 and 2026, with similar adjustments planned for 2027 and 2028.

related to the State Water Project, which will ease financial pressure starting in 2036. Though rates will be higher for the next decade, the benefits of CAPP will extend far beyond, securing reliable water access for the next 50 years.

Water security is one of the most pressing issues facing Carpinteria, and investing in CAPP is an investment in the community’s future. While shortterm costs are unavoidable, the long-term benefits of a stable and sustainable water supply far outweigh the initial financial

impact. By acting now, Carpinteria is ensuring that residents and businesses have the water they need to thrive for generations to come.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and engaged as CVWD moves forward with this essential project. The increased cost is temporary, but the benefits will last a lifetime.

Robert McDonald is the general manager of the Carpinteria Valley Water District. He can be reached at bob@cvwd.net.

Elementary students performing at grade level or higher in math, reading

CVN

SUPERINTENDENT’S DESK

DIANA RIGBY

CUSD SUPERINTENDENT

Editor’s Note: A copy of the Superintendent’s Report is run in print as a service for parents, students and community members who cannot attend Carpinteria Unified School District’s Board of Trustees meetings. This report was read aloud during the school board’s Feb. 11 meeting.

More than 60% elementary students are performing at grade level or higher in math and reading as measured by the First Semester STAR Reading/Math Assessments.

Appreciation

I would like to recognize our school counselors for supporting our students, staff and families throughout the school year, including Rebecca Carlisle from Aliso and Summerland Elementary; Shanna Hargett and Patricia Humbles from Canalino and Carpinteria Family School (CFS); Megan Kruk and Stephanie Stahl from Carpinteria Middle School

(CMS); and Julie Bravo, Alfredo Martinez and Marlo Stoops at Carpinteria High School (CHS).

National School Counseling Week 2025 was Feb. 3-7, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. The theme is: school counseling: helping students thrive. National School Counseling Week, presented by ASCA, highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school success.

Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT)

The Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) published “Childhood Sexual Assault: Fiscal Implications for California Public Agencies” on Jan. 31, outlining the fiscal challenges that California school districts and public agencies are facing since the passage of AB 218, Child Victims Act, in 2019.

Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, this bill changed the statute of limitations for civil claims of childhood sexual assault, and California school districts, community colleges, cities, counties and other public agencies have been significantly impacted. The report reviews the financial burdens and fiscal impacts on agencies, and also includes recommendations for future funding and financing mechanisms. Carpinteria Unified School District (CUSD) has four uninsured AB 218 claims from the 1970s that will go to trial next year.

CHS Accreditation ReviewWASC

CHS has been engaged in a comprehensive two-year self-study process in preparation for an upcoming accreditation review.

This process has involved a thorough examination of various aspects of school life, including gathering valuable insights from all members of the school community; examining student academic performance, attendance and other relevant data; assessing the effectiveness of various programs and services offered

by the school; and identifying areas of excellence and areas where further improvement is needed.

The culmination of this self-study will be a full site visit by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) on March 10-12, 2025.

CHS

mock trials

CHS students are very excited about the 2024-25 Mock Trial program. The Mock Trial team consists of 22 students led by CHS teacher advisors Peter Cotte and Trevor Orlando, and attorney coach Mary Anne Weiss, Esquire. The county competition will be held at the Santa Barbara Superior Courthouse on Feb. 22.

E-bike and bike safety

We have seen an increase in student riders on bikes and eBikes without helmets at CMS and CHS. This is a huge safety risk, and parents need to require their students to wear a helmet before permitting the bike riding. The CHP has excellent resources on eBike and bike safety at chp.ca.gov/Programs-Services/Services-Information/ Bike-and-Ped-Safety.

Fall 2025 TK/K registration

The transitional kindergarten/kindergarten information meeting will be held on Thursday, Feb. 20 at Canalino Elementary School, held in English at 5:15 p.m. English and in Spanish at 6 p.m. Online registration begins on March 1 for all students who will be five years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025 for kindergarten, and for all students who are four years old and will have their fifth birthday by Sept. 1, 2026 for TK.

Measure U

DSA has received the design documents from our architect, Robert Robles, for the new TK/K building at Aliso, and once we have DSA approval we will begin the process for selecting the contractor.

Diana Rigby is the superintendent of Carpinteria Unified School District. For more information about CUSD, log on to cusd.net, or contact Diana at drigby@cusd.net or (805) 684-4511x222.

One neighborhood’s quest against the never-ending threat of fire

In the foothills of Carpinteria, neighbors band together to minimize their fire risk

BY EVELYN SPENCE

Kevin Baird’s home, located up against Carpinteria’s foothills, was immensely overgrown when Baird and his wife, Donna, purchased it in 2020.

“The bones of the house were strong, but the yard was just a mess,” Baird told Coastal View News. He grew up in Simi Valley, an area all too familiar with Santa Ana-wind driven fires, and he knew the fire risk posed by an overgrown and junk-filled yard. “We filled out nine of the biggest rollout bins that they make full of yard waste and general junk.”

But now, with most of his own yard tackled, Baird has another goal in mind.

He isn’t content with protecting just his own home from fire. He wants to fortify his entire neighborhood.

It’s an area uniquely threatened by fire. The Los Padres National Forest looms above the neighborhood, wrapping around the homes. Southern California Edison power lines and easements cut through several sections of the hill, and a nearby ranch is lined with 100-foot-tall Eucalyptus trees — a particular point of concern. “If one of them fell, going in the right direction, they would take those power lines right out, and maybe burn down the neighborhood,” Baird said.

After making many, many calls to local bureaucracies — and, in his own words, “being impervious to pain and very stubborn” — he got in touch with a wildfire specialist inside of Southern California Edison, who referred him to the Santa Barbara County Fire Safe Council.

The council, a grant-funded nonprofit, promotes wildfire safety and education throughout Santa Barbara County. The small, six-person team conducts home evaluations for free, helping residents identify how well a property is designed to limit or slow the spread of fire, any measures to strengthen a home against embers and fire exposure, and evacuation strategies.

“(The Fire Safe Council) needs a percentage of the residents of a community they’re working with wanting to play ball, wanting to take better control, wanting to take advice and direction and take action,” Baird said. “From start to finish, it’s, ‘Do you want to improve it, do you want to reduce your fire risk, do you want to survive a firestorm?’”

The effort to secure the support of an entire neighborhood was slow going, at first.

But after the Mountain Fire in Ventura last November, and the early January Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fires in Los Angeles, more neighbors came on board, including one Carpinteria family who lost their second home in the Palisades fire.

Neighbor hood resident Minos Athanassiadis joined Baird’s fire-wise cause roughly six months ago, partnering with Baird to research fire safety options and gather neighborhood support. Athanassiadis, who is retired, has lived in Carpinteria with his family for about 10 years.

“The pictures of the devastation of the fires — recent and earlier — in Southern California make us all aware of the fact that we need to take care of ourselves, and we need to act not as individuals, but as a community,” Athanassiadis told CVN. “We can have the most perfectly safe house, but if our neighbors don’t, the entire neighborhood may still be lost.”

Of the roughly 40 homes in Baird and Athanassiadis’ neighborhood, 35 have now committed at some level to minimizing their fire risk.

Last Tuesday, more than a dozen of them walked their neighborhood with Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Mike LoMonaco

“We can have the most perfectly safe house, but if our neighbors don’t, the entire neighborhood may still be lost.”

— resident Minos Athanassiadis

and Fire Safe Council Communications Coordinator Charles Harris, who, one by one, pointed out vulnerabilities in each property.

The goal, Harris said last week, is for each neighborhood to achieve National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Firewise Certification. Gaining that certificate is a three-year process, but it’s worth it: beyond decreasing a home’s fire risk, the certificate could also potentially help with insurance premiums, Harris said — a particular benefit in California, where insurance companies are spooked after the rise in wildfires.

California’s largest home insurance provider, State Farm General, stopped approving any new policies in California in May 2023, and said in March 2024 that it wouldn’t renew 29,000 homeowner policies, per a letter sent to the state of California from the company earlier this month. State Farm General — as of early February — has received 8,700 claims and paid out more than $1 billion to customers affected by the January Los Angeles fires.

There’s also no insurance risk associated with getting a property evaluated by the Fire Safe Council. The council’s walk-through evaluation stays within the organization and is used solely to help a neighborhood lower its fire vulnerabilities.

Harris said last week that it’s a good sign so many neighbors in Baird and Athanassiadis’ area have committed up front to decreasing their first risk.

“After the certificate, communities can pursue their goals on their own,” he said. The hope is that the protections put into place now will last decades. “We get the needle moving forward.”

Athanassiadis said he’s seen a lot of physical changes in the neighborhood in response to his and Baird’s fire-wise campaign.

“Just over the past two to three weeks, we’ve seen folks trimming their palm trees and getting rid of wood mulch or wooden chippings from around their yard, working at removing potential fuel sources,” he said.

Baird still remembers Santa Barbara’s

encouraging

1990 Painted Cave Fire, when his family almost lost their rental home in Hope Ranch. That fire came within 100 yards of their home.

“I watched the burning embers flying and catching things on fire as they went,” he said. “When that fire actually started, my wife and I were standing in the ocean, waist deep in the ocean at Hendry’s Beach (...) I turned around and looked, and that’s when I saw the mountains were on fire. The wind was blowing down the canyon with the sundowner winds… and (the embers) were burning us, three miles away from where the fire was.”

He isn’t taking any chances with his Carpinteria home.

“You think about the catastrophic losses that just recently happened in Ventura and LA counties, not just the cost and damages to people’s personal properties, but the community infrastructure, the powerlines, the sewer, the water, the road — and then just the absolute chaos of all the contractors, and all the clearing, and scraping of the Earth up there and trying to rebuild. It’s just complete mayhem,” he said. “It’s cheaper, and much less expensive when you talk about educating, teaching people how to fish, and feed themselves forever. Same thing here. Find people willing to take better control, educate them, and get them geared up.”

KARLSSON PHOTOS

Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Michael LoMonaco, second from the left, speaks to a group of Carpinteria residents on Feb. 4 during a fire vulnerability walk-through.

Kevin Baird of Carpinteria, pictured, began identifying fire vulnerabilities on his own property after he and his wife, Donna, bought their home in 2020. He is now

his neighbors to do the same.

At right, Santa Barbara County Fire Safe Council Communications Coordinator Charles Harris identifies fire vulnerabilities in a local neighborhood during a Feb. 4 neighborhood walk-through.

OMMANDER’S

Sunday, May 17

9:54 a.m. / Unregistered Firearm / 1400 block Sterling Avenue

firearm and contacted a man who reportedly had an unregistered Kimber 1911 firearm in his possession. The firearm was taken from the man and secured into the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property department for safekeeping.

11:44 a.m. / Misdemeanor Hit and Run / 6500 block Rincon Road

Deputies responded to a misdemeanor hit and run call, but the male subject fled the scene traveling southbound on Rincon Road. The man continued southbound on the northbound off-ramp of Highway 101 at Rincon Road. Deputies checked the area and were unable to locate the subject.

was recovered and booked into Santa

A caller reported that she believes her laptop and credit cards were stolen by a female neighbor who lives at the Polo Field apartments. Follow up by deputies.

6 p.m. / Towed Abandoned Vehicle / 2200 block Lillie Avenue

What’s new at the harbor seal rookery?

This report covers Feb. 3 – 9, 2025

Deputies received complaints about an abandoned vehicle parked near Sandpiper Liquor. The vehicle was tagged and marked on Thursday, May 14. The vehicle was checked and was not moved. The vehicle was towed.

Wednesday, May 20

Halos& Pitchforks

A reader sends a halo to Aunt Judy and Uncle Bobby. “Thank you for always checking in on me after my mom’s passing. Living so far from home makes me miss family dearly and our phone calls and emails brighten my day. Love you.”

A reader sends a halo to Burlene for making the Carpinteria Lumberyard Nursery area a joy to visit. “Her outgoing personality (Southern style), friendly conversation and plant knowledge make it a pleasure to visit and shop.”

A reader sends a halo to the generous person for paying for the reader’s gas when she forgot her ATM card at the gas station. “I’m sorry I chose the most expensive oil, I’d love to reimburse you, and thank you. I’m deeply moved by your generosity.”

A reader sends a halo to Susan Allen for “once again taking care of her chocoholic homies with her over the top chocolate covered truffles.”

A reader sends a halo to Sean and Dayna for being wonderful neighbors and helping the reader through another frazzled mom situation.

2:12 p.m. / Narcotics / 4600 block Carpinteria Avenue

CVN’s Seal Watch weekly report, written by Seal Watch volunteers, covers activities at the Harbor Seal Rookery. The group can be reached at carpsealwatch@ gmail.com or at (805) 364-3194. The rookery is located immediately east of Casitas Pier, between Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve and Carpinteria State Beach. There is no vehicle access from Dump Road.

Deputies responded to narcotic activity and contacted a woman who had two outstanding warrants: one out of Hermosa Beach but was non-extraditable, and the other out of Santa Barbara. The woman was arrested for the outstanding warrant out of Santa Barbara County.

NATURAL HISTORY NOTES

3 p.m. / 015F / Linden Avenue and Malibu Drive

A black purse was found at Linden and Malibu, then booked for safe keeping. The owner was not contacted.

8:28 p.m. / Meth Possession / 1100 block Casitas Pass

A man drove into a parking lot not wearing his seatbelt. A traffic stop was initiated, and he admitted to being in possession of a meth pipe. During a search of the vehicle, his meth pipe was located, but also a baggie with 3.7 grams of meth. The subject was cited for the violations.

10:12 p.m. / Weapon and Dope Violations / Hales Lane and Via Real

Seal Watch volunteers document most surviving pups between the two presidents’ birthdays, with Valentine’s Day often celebrated with a birth. Births begin with the passing of a bloody plug. Delivery of the pup is rapid, and the placenta is passed anywhere from 10 minutes to an hour. Mothers are often seen removing the sack and then bonding with the pup with nose taps and flipper brushing. Mothers may nurse almost immediately, and often are seen taking pups in for a quick swim soon after birth.

VISITORS

Sunday, May 17

8 p.m. / Trespassing / 3200 block Via Real

Although there was quite a bit of rain this week, volunteers counted 1,134 visitors. People came from Washington, Arizona, Massachusetts, Illinois, Montana, Oregon, New York, New Jersey, Idaho, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Utah, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Vermont, Ohio and Georgia. International visitors came from Japan, China, Czech Republic, Canada, Spain, Portugal, Germany and France.

DISTURBANCES

A caller who is renting a home on the Polo Field reported that several people forced their way into her rental home and started yelling and insulting her family. Deputies arrived and contacted six people, who admitted entering the home after they were directed to come look at the damaged caused by the caller. The caller showed cell phone video of the suspects entering the home without permission and were heard and seen yelling at the caller and her family. The husband-suspect fled across the Polo Field and did not return to the scene. A complaint will be forwarded to the DA’s office for review.

A woman and man were contacted as their vehicle was getting dropped off by a tow truck. The woman is on active probation and a search of her property showed she had meth, a meth pipe and a container of pepper spray. She is a convicted felon and prohibited from owning pepper spray. A baggie of meth was found in the center console and since no one wanted to claim it, the man was given ownership since it was his vehicle.

3:38 a.m. / Dope Violations / 4100 block Via Real

The seals were bothered by a work boat, a truck on the pier and a fishing boat. A severe disturbance was caused by a young woman who flushed all the seals into the ocean by walking through the rookery. Code Enforcement was notified.

MORE INFORMATION

Please consider honoring the Marine Mammal Protection Act by not walking the sanctuary beach all year. Do not bring dogs, bicycles, or loud voices to view the seals. Harbor seals, when disturbed, may flee and become separated from their pups. Volunteers asked that dogs always remain outside the rope area.

5 p.m. / Open Beer Violation / Linden Avenue and 9th Street

A man was cited and released for possession of an open container.

Carpinteria Seal Watch volunteers monitor our local seal rookery. More volunteers are always needed. Contact Seal Watch at carpsealwatch@gmail.com or call (805) 364-3194 if you’d like to help!

5 a.m. / Welfare Check / 2100 block Ortega Hill Road

A caller reported that his girlfriend’s 27-year-old son had a bad dream and ran out of the house naked and was last seen running towards Summerland. Deputies responded and located a man walking nude on North Jameson near Sheffield. The man claimed he smoked marijuana with friends and wanted to go to the hospital to detox. His mother drove him to the hospital.

Monday, May 18

10:41 a.m. / Tossed Mail / Via Real and Carpinteria Creek Mail was found scattered off a county access road by a Caltrans site. The mail

A woman and man were in a vehicle with a stolen license plate, reported to Santa Barbara Police Department. A traffic stop was initiated, and it was determined the vehicle was not stolen, but was rented a few weeks ago by the woman. She thought the “PERM” on the Arizona license plate meant it was only a “permit” for the vehicle and not an actual license plate. So, to avoid getting pulled over, they placed a stolen plate on the car, she said. After a search of nearby motel rooms associated with the subjects, they, and the woman’s sister, were cited for possession of stolen property, meth and paraphernalia. Further investigation will be done for the fraudulently obtained EBT cards.

Thursday, May 21

8:47 a.m. / Driving with False Registration / Carpinteria and Palm avenues

A man was driving with a false registration tab. He was cited for the violation and allowed to park the vehicle at his mechanic shop located nearby.

10:06 p.m. / Suspended License / Via Real and Vallecito Road

A man was stopped for not displaying license plates on his truck. A records check showed his driver’s license was

A reader sends a halo to the 93013 Fund, Uncle Chen Restaurant and Marybeth Carty for the surprise delivery of a delicious dinner complete with a fortune cookie, candy bar and painted rock. “Wonderful kindness and quite a thrill!”

A reader sends a halo to Pat Keiser for the program and the wonderful spaghetti lunch she prepared and served for Carpinteria Seniors.

A reader sends a halo to the anonymous person who left a $100 donation in the HELP of Carpinteria office mail slot this past week. “Thank you for your kindness.”

A reader sends a halo to the staff of Jack’s Bistro for staying open during Covid-19. “Always a smile no matter how busy. A great way to start the day.”

A reader sends a halo to the Daykas for always being there to help with anything and never complaining. “Many thanks to the best neighbors ever. We love you all dearly.”

A reader sends a halo to Brian Lee for supplying the Farias family with all the ice for their grandpa’s funeral celebration of life, and for going out of his way to set up drinks for them while they were at the service. “We are forever grateful for your generosity and kindness in this difficult time!”

A reader sends a halo to Mayor Wade Nomura for the city’s beautiful flower wreath at the Carpinteria Cemetery for the Memorial Day program.

A reader sends a halo to Candi Burquez for providing snacks and drinks for the parcel delivery workers. “Your kindness is greatly appreciated!”

A reader sends a halo to Tami and John at Robitaille’s for their constant smiles and over-the-top customer service. “The wedding favors were loved by all and brought a bit of Carpinteria to the Seattle wedding!”

A reader sends a halo to those who acknowledge people with disabilities. “When you encounter a person in a wheelchair or walking with a walker, please smile and say hello to that person.”

A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Reality Church for providing a great warm meal for the homeless on a gray and cloudy day, and to Fon Ha and Brass Bird for helping.

A reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market.

A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Beautiful lady picking up trash in a neighborhood near the beach. “Thank you! We need all the help we can get keeping trash picked up in the neighborhoods on the beach-side of the tracks.”

A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero at The Spot. “When the roof-top flag was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!”

A reader sends a halo to the angels at the Santa Barbara DMV for being respectful, resourceful, and supportive in helping the reader’s vehicle dweller neighbors get their vehicle back after their vehicle — their home — had been towed and impounded. “Being a vehicle dweller is not a choice, it is the last step before becoming homeless.”

A reader sends a halo to Emma and Justin. “It was a wonderful wedding, great food, spectacular location and great people! It was moving and wonderful.”

A reader sends a halo to Carpinterians who put out boxes in front of their homes full of surplus oranges, avocados, etc. from their trees. “Thank you for sharing your abundance.”

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A reader sends a halo to Wade Nomura. “His landscape article this month was on limiting your exposure to fires. Of course he brought the rains to coincide with his article!”

A reader sends a halo to Nikki at HEAT Culinary. “I went to my first class this weekend with my sister, who has been to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this girl a TV show, she should be on the Food Network already.”

A reader sends a halo to all the beach community residents. “Thank you for parking in front of your home with your permit.”

A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.

A reader sends a halo to Tom Sweeney for going out on Elm Avenue by the beach to clean up plastic bottles, bags, dirty gloves and masks.

A reader sends a halo to Kim and Craig at the Monte Vista Dog Park for helping the reader when they locked their dog and their keys in their car. “Dog people are the best! And another halo to the driver of the Hozier’s AAA truck who was so pleasant and laughed it off when told he was no longer needed.”

A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the local vet for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame to lose one of these magnificent creatures; however, I wouldn’t want it to suffer to a miserable death.”

A reader sends a halo to Amara for her invaluable help to a reader in need, and to Shirley, Sue and Nancy for selflessly driving the reader to and from her appointments and providing their unwavering support and compassion.

A reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for Junior Warriors Football. “We appreciate all you do for our families, players and program. You rock!”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the new parking zones. “All the “no parking/two hour” signs just made people park in my neighborhood. Seventh and the neighboring streets are a packed parking lot.”

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A reader sends a halo to the Dream Foundation and volunteer staff for the beautiful flower deliveries to cheer the reader up.

A reader sends a halo to DJ Hecktic for coming out early Saturday morning to support the Junior Warriors. “It made the kids so happy to hear you say their names—you’re a local celebrity to them!”

A reader sends a pitchfork to those who lied on their FAFSA and took scholarships away from kids who need it.

A reader sends a halo to the amazing faculty and families at Carpinteria Family School. “The multi-level classrooms, approach to fostering the whole child and welcoming engaged families are an incredible asset to the community.”

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A reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick, director of Boys & Girls Club, for removing the toxic Euphorbia fire sticks from the pots and landscape.

suspended. The man was cited, and his vehicle was released to a licensed driver.

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2:37 a.m. / Public Intoxication / Bailard Avenue

A reader sends a halo to all of the Carpinteria Family School parents, students and teachers who showed up to the CUSD board meeting on 2/11. “It was so encouraging to see our community rally around the importance of school choice and the wonderful community of the Family School. Thanks for speaking and being there families! Save Carp Family School!”

Two men were contacted in a parked truck and both were extremely intoxicated with open containers of alcohol observed in the vehicle. One man was not being the most cooperative, but once he was convinced to exit the vehicle, a pat down search of his person was conducted. Deputies located a collapsible baton in the man’s front waistband. He was cited and both were released to a sober friend.

A reader sends a pitchfork to the entitled neighbor who thinks the nearby condo complexes should provide him with the use of the reader’s dumpsters. “Pathetic. Get your own.”

he found a small baggie containing a white powdery substance underneath the driver’s seat of his recently purchased vehicle. The man stated he purchased the vehicle three weeks ago but didn’t find the small baggie until he’d removed the driver’s seat to fix the reclining mechanism. The incident was documented, and the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property for destruction.

Saturday, May 23

5:49 a.m. / Domestic Violence / 4100 block Via Real

A reader sends a pitchfork to the school board for cutting public comments from the standard three minutes to two. “Twenty one adults spoke in that section, so this decision to save the board a mere 20 minutes or so forced the public to scramble and cut their comments at the last minute. If the public is showing up it’s because the matters at hand are important and you should be respectful enough to at least hear them out.”

Friday, May 22

7:41 a.m. / Theft / 5500 block Calle Arena

A reader sends a pitchfork to dudes on eBikes that tailgate and fly past people pedaling on real bikes, and “don’t alert you by saying ‘On your left.’ It’s common

Deputies responded after a woman reported her residence was burglarized the prior night. The woman stated a cartoon of almond milk and tools were taken from her garage. She told the reporting deputy that the tools belonged to her daughter’s boyfriend. The deputy attempted to contact the man via telephone multiple times with no response. The woman stated her

Deputies responded to a motel on Via Real for a report of a domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, a deputy contacted a man and woman in the parking lot. After contacting both subjects, there were visible injuries on both parties. Due to conflicting statements regarding their mutual altercation and obvious injuries, both parties were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse.

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top dollar to a major grocery chain for berries which were mushy and moldy when I got them home. The bar seems very low at said grocery store for produce freshness,

10:36 a.m. / Hit and Run / Cameo and Casitas Pass roads

A reader sends a pitchfork to a local restaurant that “nickel-and-dimed the heck out of our bill with multiple up-charges, only to make it my issue that I was never charged before. I’ll be taking my business elsewhere!”

Deputies responded to a report a of a black sedan crashing into a parked water truck. While en route, it was also reported the male subject driving the sedan fled the scene on foot. Upon arrival, deputies observed the sedan abandoned in the middle Cameo Road with major damage to the front right passenger wheel

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Marching for higher wages

BY JUN STARKEY AND EVELYN SPENCE | PHOTOS BY DAVID deMOULPIED

On Friday, Carpinteria Unified School District employees and their supporters took to the streets — marching from several school sites and converging on the corners of Carpinteria and Linden avenues — to show their support for higher teacher wages and the end of a negotiation impasse between the teacher’s union, Carpinteria Association of United School Employees (CAUSE), and the district.

CAUSE declared an impasse in June 2024, stating then that the district “was not taking employees’ contract proposals seriously.” The district and CAUSE have been working through a mediator since.

Several district employees told CVN on Friday that they have gone nearly three years without a raise. Jennifer Foster, who has been with the district for more than 30 years, said she has had opportunities to leave CUSD and earn more at another district, but elected to stay in Carpinteria because of the students and community.

This was the first employee march Foster has participated in. “We’ve never had an impasse before,” she said.

Mónica Solózano, Carpinteria’s vice mayor and president of the Aliso Elementary School Parent Teacher Association, marched alongside CUSD employees on Friday. “These teachers have watched my kids since kindergarten,” Solórzano said. “We have to keep them here, and we have to give them what they deserve.”

“It does hurt to know we’re at the bottom of the totem pole,” said Carpinteria Middle School counselor Megan Ganser-Kruk.

CAUSE President Jay Hotchner — a longtime Carpinteria Middle School teacher who was dismissed in November 2022, a decision he is fighting with the state — told the Carpinteria City Council

on Monday during the public comment portion of the meeting that the union is looking for an agreement that tackles safety improvements, supports employee healthcare, and has “meaningful” salary increases and language that prepares and anticipates future economic uncertainties.

“Since the contract cycle began 20 months ago, CUSD’s current best offer remains a meager 2 percent for teachers and 2.5 percent for district support staff,” Hotcher said Monday. “This while district administration gave themselves not one, but two salary increases totaling 10-12 percent during that same period that those working directly with students and families have received no cost of living adjustment.”

District Superintendent Diana Rigby told CVN on Wednesday that the agreement contains guaranteed annual salary step increases at 4 percent, and longevity salary increases at 3 percent.

“We are all frustrated by the lack of progress with negotiations and remain committed to reaching fair and sustainable agreements for both certificated and classified groups,” Rigby said. “Currently we are working through the mediation process with the assistance of the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) which is confidential and specific details can not be shared.”

She added: “CUSD funds small class sizes and covers 100% of health care premiums ($22,585 per employee) the cost of which increases each year, limiting available funds for significant cost of living (COLA) increases. Our budget drivers this year include decreased revenue (2 percent less projected), pension contribution increases, and significant increase in special education costs (4 percent). For the past six years, the average COLA increases have been 2.49% for certificated staff, and 3.57% for classified. We remain hopeful that with the support of PERB, we will be able to reach mutual agreement.”

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Marchers gathered on the corner of Linden and Carpinteria avenues.

A teacher’s child holds up a sign.

Roy Lee

Protestors’ signs asked the district to invest in education.

Teacher Chris Mastrovito, with a colleague.

Cynthia Crudsen

Marchers urged the district to end the negotiating impasse and introduce higher wages.

City Vice Mayor Mónica Solórzano — president of the Aliso Elementary School Parent Teacher Association.

Protestors head up Linden Avenue.

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Students sprint toward the course.

Cayey Mason

Sammy Walker donations, Archer Ashby

From front to back, Alex Huber, Albert Patterson and Cayey Mason.

Albert Patterson

Jump, jump, jump !

The Howard School kids fundraise for new playground, gym equipment

PHOTOS BY DAVID deMOULPIED

The Howard School kids spent their Friday jumping, leaping and hopping over obstacles at the school’s campus for the annual Jumpa-Thon. This is the fifth year the Jump-a-Thon fundraiser — where students are sponsored by community members, friends and family — has come to the school’s St. Joseph Church campus, parent helper and board member Leah Harding told CVN. Harding made the obstacle course for the event and facilitated it, and the chair for the event was Kelly O’Donnell, a parent helper and board member.

The school’s goal was $25,000; they ultimately brought in over $20,000. All donations help pay for gym equipment, a new playground structure, and general operating expenses for the preschool through eighth grade school.

From left, Antonio Perez jumps with Penny O’Donnell.

Walker brought in the highest number of at $3,000.

Alana Gonzalez leads the way, with Lee Nesheim close behind.

Thursday, Feb. 13

English Language Conversation Group / Grupo de Conversación en Inglés Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 8:30–10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Dementia Caregivers Support Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10:30 a.m. – noon. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

AgeWell Senior Program: Zumba Gold Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. – noon. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Meeting: Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon Lions Park Community Building, 6197 Casitas Pass Road. 11:45 a.m. –1:15 p.m.

Food Bank Senior Food Distribution Veterans Memorial Building Courtyard, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Valentines Chocolate Tasting Party Veterans Memorial Building meeting room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2:30 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Carpinteria Creative Arts Eighth Street and Linden Avenue. 2:30–6 p.m. Handmade pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry and sewn articles. (805) 698-4536

Carpinteria Farmers Market 800 block of Linden Ave. Thursdays, 3–6:30 p.m.

Dungeons & Dragons Club for Tweens Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 3–4:45 p.m. Every Thursday. Full. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

SBCC Nutrition Class Veterans Memorial Building meeting room, 941 Walnut Ave. 3:15–5 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279

Meeting: Architectural Review Board Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 5:30 p.m. bit.ly/CarpinteriaCityMeetings

Live Music: Jared Nels Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400

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Friday, Feb. 14

AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball Free Play Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Road. 8–10 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Friday Fun Day Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10–11:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Creative Studies: Block Printing Veterans Memorial Building meeting room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2:30 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Live Music: Maya B. Fury Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400

Live Music: Strings and Arrows Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 5–8 p.m.

Valentine’s Show with HEARTades The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7:30–9 p.m. Tickets: singles, $15; couples, $25. thealcazar.org, (805) 6846380

Saturday, Feb. 15

2025 Surf Happens Rincon Classic Rincon. 6:45 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. rinconclassic.com

Salt Marsh Nature Park Docent Tours Meet at the entrance across from the corner of Sandyland and Ash Avenue. 10 a.m. – noon. Free. (805) 886-4382

Live Music: Bobby, Fin and Dave Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6–9 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 16

2025 Surf Happens Rincon Classic

Rincon. 6:45 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. rinconclassic.com

Live Music: Will Breman Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 2–5 p.m.

Live Music: Will Stephens Band Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 5:30–8:30 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400

Monday, Feb. 17

Meeting: MomCo Carpinteria Community Church, 1111 Vallecito Road. 9:30–11:30 a.m. Speaker, Games, Crafts with Childcare available. RSVP carpinteriacommunitychurch.org

Monday Mahjong All levels of play. 1 p.m. (805) 729-1310

Tuesday, Feb. 18

AgeWell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279

AgeWell Senior Program: Program to Encourage Active Rewarding Lives (PEARLS) Veterans Hall Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30 a.m. – noon. Available exclusively in Spanish. aagewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Body Balance Exercise Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. – noon. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Senior Arts & Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. Tuesdays, 9–11 a.m. Free. info@carpinteriaartscenter.org, (805) 684-7789

Carpinteria Writers Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. – noon. (202) 997-0429

Chair Yoga The Gym Next Door, 4915 Carpinteria Ave., Suite A. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. – noon. $15. (805) 684-2595

Bridge Group Veterans Hall meeting room, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279

Spanish Conversation Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 2–3 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Carpinteria Songwriters Circle Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4–5:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga for Pelvic Health Carpinteria Children’s Project multipurpose room, 5201 Eighth St. 5:30 p.m. Register at (805) 566-1613 or lcruz@carpchildren.org. Spanish interpretation provided.

Karaoke with K.J. Tati Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6:30–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400

Carpinteria Improv Classes The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7–9 p.m. Tuesdays, weekly. $10 at the door. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380

Wednesday, Feb. 19

Meeting: Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road. 7 a.m. Speaker: Kori Nielsen, California Green Business Network

AgeWell Senior Program: Pickleball Free Play Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 Foothill Road. 8–10 a.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

AgeWell Senior Program: Veterans Morning Meet Up Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 8:30–9:30 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279

Babies Are The Best Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9–10 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Science for Teens 11–13 Years Old Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 11 a.m. carpinterialibrary. org, (805) 684-4314

Knitting Group Carpinteria Library Community Room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. CALENDAR

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Alcazar Theatre is new Rotary corporate member

Carpinteria’s The Alcazar Theatre has joined the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon as the club’s newest corporate member, the club’s Karen Graf told CVN last week. Each year, the theater hosts the annual Rotary Showcase, this year set for Saturday, April 12 at 7 p.m.

“The Alcazar Theatre has been the chosen spot by local schools and nonprofits to showcase their events. The Rotary Club of Carpinteria also looks forward to many more opportunities to collaborate with the Alcazar Theatre in the future,” Graf said.

Fourteen students from the Carpinteria High School Future Farmers of America program placed in a public speaking event, led by CHS instructor

FFA students place in public speaking competition

Students from the Carpinteria High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) program placed in six of seven categories in a recent Ventura Section public speaking event, which included students from Fillmore, Santa Paula, Nordhoff, Camarillo and Ventura.

Fourteen students from the CHS FFA program placed in creed, co-op, el credo, job interview, prepared speech and extemporaneous speech divisions.

“Despite the school bus showing up over an hour late to pick up our anxious students, Carpinteria FFA persevered and outscored all other schools,” CHS instructor Noe Gomez told CVN in a press release.

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1–3 p.m. Free. (805) 886-4382

AgeWell Senior Program: Mindfulness Meditation Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 3–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279

Adult Advanced-Beginner Spanish Classes Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road. 3–4:30 p.m. $8 per class.

carpinteriawomansclub.com

Live Music: Vinny Berry Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400

Film: “Cycling Without Age” The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 6 p.m. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380

Sunday, Feb. 16 • Noon – 3 pm Thursday, Feb. 27 • 6 – 9 pm

Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave.

To Schedule an audition, contact: Roland Rotz at DocRotz@gmail.com

Diana Ornelas, and CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County Michael Baker.

Morning Rotary links up with Boys & Girls Club

The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning welcomed Michael Baker, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County, during the club’s Feb. 5. Meeting. Baker, who has been with the Bosy & Girls Club for 36 years, spoke about the club’s activities and commitment to serving local youth, Rotary member Eric von Schrader told CVN. “We provide a place after school and on Saturdays for children who have nowhere else to go. We never turn a child away, even if their family can’t afford the membership fee,” Baker said.

The Carpinteria unit of the Boys & Girls Club has 397 members, with just under 50 attending every day. The Boys & Girls Club’s annual fundraiser, Best Bites & Big Futures, is set for Saturday, March 15 at the club’s 4849 Foothill Road campus. For more information, reach out at (805) 681-1315.

From left, Rotary Club Membership Director Paul Wright, the Alcazar Theatre’s Lee Mandell, Alcazar Executive Director Debbie Nomura, Alcazar board member Mark Hunt, and Rotary Club President Whitt Hollis.

Emily Garcia, at front right.

From left, Morning Rotary President Mary Layman, Boys & Girls Club Development Director Taylor Swan, Director of the Carpinteria’s Boys & Girls Club

Travel Tek: how technology is transforming travel

MICHAEL AVERY

Travel has always been about the thrill of discovery, the allure of the unknown and the joy of experiencing different cultures. But in the 21st century, technology is revolutionizing the way we plan, experience and remember our journeys.

Inspiration for this month’s column came as I was returning from my most recent trip to the Pacific Northwest. I was fascinated by the automation Alaska Airlines had in place to improve the process of checking in and moving about an airport. When I arrived at the check-in area at SeaTac I was guided to the baggage tag printing area to print my tag. I started by scanning the boarding pass QR code on my iPhone and verifying the number of bags. Baggage tag printed, I scanned my boarding pass QR code next to the bag drop-off, placed my bag on a conveyor belt that read the tag, weighed the bag and moved it to another conveyor belt that routed it to the baggage handling area for my flight.

As I walked to my gate I noticed a fleet of autonomous wheelchairs, some with passengers and some empty, smoothly gliding through the crowded pathways, delivering passengers to their gates and automatically returning to an area where they all gathered like a covey of birds, parking themselves and awaiting their next user request.

This all got me thinking: from the moment we book a trip today to the memories we cherish afterward, advancements in technology are making travel more accessible, personalized, and seamless than ever before. I decided to do a little research, and here’s what I discovered on just a few of the ways cutting-edge innovations are reshaping the world of travel.

Booking and planning: seamlessness at your fingertips

Gone are the days of flipping through travel brochures or consulting thick guidebooks. Today, travelers rely on online platforms and mobile apps to organize every aspect of their trip. Companies like Expedia, Booking.com and Airbnb have transformed how we search for accommodations, flights and activities, offering many options at the tap of a screen.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) plays a significant role in this transformation. AI-powered algorithms analyze user preferences and browsing history to recommend destinations, flights, and hotels tailored to individual tastes. Google’s travel tools, for instance, can generate custom itineraries based on your past searches and highlight attractions that match your interests. Meanwhile, dynamic pricing powered by machine learning ensures competitive rates — albeit sometimes to the frustration of budget-conscious travelers.

But technology doesn’t stop at recommendations. Virtual reality (VR) is gaining traction as a way to “try before you buy.” Prospective tourists can take virtual tours of hotel rooms, cruise ships, or even entire cities before committing to their travel plans. This not only enhances

For budget travelers, technology has facilitated the rise of alternative accommodations. Platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo connect users to unique stays, from cozy cottages to extravagant treehouses. These platforms often include smart features like keyless entry, making check-ins more convenient and secure.

In the end, technology is simply a tool — a means to enrich the age-old human desire to wander, connect and discover. Whether it’s through a VR headset or an old-fashioned map, the spirit of adventure remains unchanged. The only question left is: where will technology take us next?

decision-making, but also builds excitement for the trip ahead.

En route: making the journey smarter

Once travel plans are set, technology steps in to make the journey itself more efficient. Mobile boarding passes and e-visas have drastically reduced paperwork, while biometric security systems streamline airport check-ins. Airports and airlines are increasingly adopting AI-driven systems to predict delays, optimize boarding processes and improve overall passenger experiences.

For those who prefer road trips, GPS navigation systems have become indispensable. Platforms like Google Maps and Waze not only provide real-time traffic updates but also suggest the best routes based on current conditions. These tools are now incorporating augmented reality (AR) features, such as overlaying navigation instructions onto live camera feeds, making it easier to navigate unfamiliar terrains.

Travelers also benefit from advancements in translation technology. Language barriers are less intimidating thanks to apps like Google Translate, which now offers instant camera translations for menus, signs and other text.

Wearable devices such as Pocketalk provide real-time voice translation, breaking down communication hurdles and fostering more meaningful interactions with locals.

Immersive experiences: augmented and virtual reality

Technology has elevated how travelers experience their destinations. Augmented reality (AR) apps allow users to enhance their exploration of historical landmarks and cultural sites. For instance, AR can reconstruct ancient ruins or overlay historical information onto current landscapes, providing a richer understanding of the site’s significance. Museums and attractions worldwide are adopting AR to create interactive exhibits that appeal to tech-savvy visitors.

Virtual reality (VR) is also making waves, particularly in the realm of adventure tourism. Imagine scaling Mount Everest or diving into Australia’s Great Barrier Reef — all from the comfort of your home. While these experiences won’t replace the real thing, they serve as powerful tools for accessibility, allowing those unable to travel physically to partake in the wonders of the world.

Smart accommodations: a home away from home

Accommodations are becoming smarter, too. Hotels are integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology to enhance guest

experiences. Smart rooms equipped with voice-activated assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant allow guests to control lighting, temperature, and entertainment systems with simple voice commands. Some luxury hotels even offer personalized settings, such as pre-adjusted room temperatures or curated playlists, based on guest profiles. For budget travelers, technology has facilitated the rise of alternative accommodations. Platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo connect users to unique stays, from cozy cottages to extravagant treehouses. These platforms often include smart features like keyless entry, making check-ins more convenient and secure.

Sustainability and Travel Tek

As climate change becomes a pressing global concern, technology is playing a pivotal role in promoting sustainable travel. Apps like Glooby and Skyscanner now offer filters to help users find eco-friendly flights and accommodations. Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is rising, with companies like Tesla expanding EV charging networks to accommodate road-tripping travelers.

Blockchain technology is also emerging as a tool for sustainability. Transparent supply chains enabled by blockchain allow eco-conscious travelers to verify the ethical practices of tour operators, airlines, and hotels. Additionally, digital tools encourage slow travel — a movement that emphasizes deeper, more sustainable connections with fewer destinations over time.

Staying connected: the role of mobile and 5G

Staying connected while traveling has never been easier. With the advent of 5G networks, high-speed internet is accessible even in remote locations, enabling seamless communication, navigation, and content sharing. Travelers can livestream their adventures, upload high-resolution photos, and even work remotely See TEK

At SeaTac, a fleet of autonomous wheelchairs, some with passengers and some empty, smoothly glide through the crowded pathways, delivering passengers to their gates and automatically returning.

ALASKA AIRLINES

Alaska Airlines offers a baggage tag printing area, where travelers can scan their boarding pass QR code on their phone and print their baggage tags.

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ON THE ROAD

CVN marvels at mirrors in Saudi Arabia

Meet Freddy, the happiest dog on Earth

thursday,

“World Storytelling Safari”, 10:30 a.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-4314

“World Storytelling Safari”, 10:30 a.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-4314

Senior Tai Chi class, 11a.m., Sandpiper Mobile Village clubhouse, 3950 Via Real, $6/class, 684-5921

Senior Tai Chi class, 11a.m., Sandpiper Mobile Village clubhouse, 3950 Via Real, $6/class, 684-5921

Bingo , 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

Bingo , 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

Farmers Market and Arts & Crafts Fair, 3-6:30 p.m., Linden Ave. downtown, Craft fair: 684-2770

Farmers Market and Arts & Crafts Fair, 3-6:30 p.m., Linden Ave. downtown, Craft fair: 684-2770

Free Veteran Acupuncture Clinic, 6-7:30 p.m., 4690 Carpinteria Ave. Ste. A, 684-5012

Free Veteran Acupuncture Clinic, 6-7:30 p.m., 4690 Carpinteria Ave. Ste. A, 684-5012

Longtime CVN reader Henry Isaak is pictured outside of the Maraya building in AlUla, Saudi Arabia with his copy of CVN. Isaak told CVN that the Maraya is the largest mirrored building in the world.

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from virtually anywhere in the world.

Mobile apps are central to this connectivity. Super apps like WeChat and Grab offer a one-stop solution for messaging, payments, transportation and more, streamlining the travel experience. Meanwhile, digital payment systems like Apple Pay, Google Pay and cryptocurrency wallets make transactions abroad faster and more secure.

Memories and beyond: preserving the journey

The role of technology doesn’t end when the trip is over. Digital tools help travelers preserve their memories in creative ways. Photo and video editing apps like Lightroom and CapCut enable users to enhance their travel snapshots before sharing them on social media platforms. Cloud storage solutions like Google Photos ensure these memories are safe and accessible for years to come.

Beyond personal recollections, the rise of travel blogs, vlogs and podcasts has allowed travelers to share their stories with a global audience. Platforms like YouTube and TikTok have created a new generation of travel influencers who inspire others to embark on their own adventures.

Challenges and considerations

While travel technology offers numerous benefits, it’s not without challenges. Over-reliance on digital tools can diminish the serendipity and spontaneity that make travel magical. Moreover, issues like data privacy, digital security and the environmental impact of tech infrastructure must be addressed.

Additionally, the digital divide remains a concern. Not everyone has equal access to travel technology, potentially widening the gap between those who can

Donna Green & Road House, 9 p.m., The Palms, 701 Linden Ave., 684-3811

Donna Green & Road House, 9 p.m., The Palms, 701 Linden Ave., 684-3811

Meet Freddy, the ultimate cuddle bug who prefers the company of humans over bones or toys (though he is a big fan of bully sticks). Freddy — the embodiment of “man’s best friend,” with a tail that never stops wagging — is a two-and-a-half-yearold boxer and pit bull terrier mix looking for his forever home.

Live Music, 1-3:30 p.m., Café Luna, 2354 Lillie Ave

Live Music, 1-3:30 p.m., Café Luna, 2354 Lillie Ave

Evangelist Doug King presenting “To Iraq and Back,” 11 a.m., Canalino School cafeteria, 1480 Linden Ave.

Evangelist Doug King presenting “To Iraq and Back,” 11 a.m., Canalino School cafeteria, 1480 Linden Ave.

monday, 1

Bingo , 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

Bingo , 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

Santa Barbara County Animal Services (SBCAS) staff shared: “This happy-go-lucky furball is your ultimate treat enthusiast — nothing motivates him more than a tasty snack! When he’s not perfecting his ‘paw-sitive’ leash manners or striking a pose for pets, you can find him on thrilling sniff expeditions like a canine Sherlock Holmes. As he reaches the end of his walk, you might notice him channeling his inner sloth, because why rush when there are so many smells to savor? Freddy is here to sprinkle joy and kisses into your life. If you’re looking for a buddy to share cuddles and snack breaks, Freddy’s your guy!”

Single payer health care presentation, 7 p.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 682-5183

Single payer health care presentation, 7 p.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 682-5183

Mr. O, 7-10 p.m., The Palms, 701 Linden Ave., 684-3811

Mr. O, 7-10 p.m., The Palms, 701 Linden Ave., 684-3811

Trivia night, 7 p.m., Giovanni’s Pizza, 5003 Carpinteria Ave., free, 684-4428

Trivia night, 7 p.m., Giovanni’s Pizza, 5003 Carpinteria Ave., free, 684-4428

Celebrate Recovery (Hurts, Hangups, Addictions) , 7 p.m., First Baptist Church, 5026 Foothill Rd., 684-3353

Celebrate Recovery (Hurts, Hangups, Addictions) , 7 p.m., First Baptist Church, 5026 Foothill Rd., 684-3353

Freddy (aka Freddy Spaghetti, aka the Fred-ster) is potty trained and neutered. He behaves wonderfully in a home, sleeps soundly through the night, and — despite his lovebug nature — shows no signs of separation anxiety, a recent foster reported. The second his human plops down on the couch, Freddy is right there, ready to take his (rightful) place on their lap.

Wine Women Words book club, 7 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 Linden Ave., 2206608

Wine Women Words book club, 7 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 Linden Ave., 2206608

afford cutting-edge tools and those who cannot. Ensuring inclusivity in travel tech innovation will be essential to democratizing the joys of exploration.

The Peace Vigil den & Carpinteria Ave. The Kicks Ave., 684-3811

The Peace Vigil den & Carpinteria Ave.

The Kicks Ave., 684-3811

As technology continues to evolve, it’s clear that the future of travel will be increasingly interconnected, personalized and immersive. These innovations are not just making travel more convenient but also opening up new possibilities for exploration and cultural exchange. However, striking a balance between convenience, sustainability and the authentic essence of travel will be crucial.

CVCC Hong Kong & Bangkok trip preview, Ave, 684-5479 x10

CVCC Hong Kong & Bangkok trip preview, Ave, 684-5479 x10

saturday,

Carpinteria Valley Museum of History marketplace, Ave., 684-3112

Carpinteria Valley Museum of History marketplace, Ave., 684-3112

In the end, technology is simply a tool a means to enrich the age-old human desire to wander, connect and discover. Whether it’s through a VR headset or an old-fashioned map, the spirit of adventure remains unchanged. The only question left is: where will technology take us next?

First Monday Favorite Poem Night, 7-8 p.m., 855 At The Arts Center, 855 Linden Ave., 684-4716

First Monday Favorite Poem Night, 7-8 p.m., 855 At The Arts Center, 855 Linden Ave., 684-4716

Interested in adopting or fostering Freddy? He’s at SBCAS’ Goleta location, 5473 Overpass Road. The shelter is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. Learn more by emailing deannturner@yahoo.com

Friends of the Library blow out book sale, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5103 Carpinteria Ave.

Friends of the Library blow out book sale, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5103 Carpinteria Ave.

Relay for Life, 10 a.m., Carpinteria High School track, 4810 Foothill Rd., relayforlife.org

Relay for Life, 10 a.m., Carpinteria High School track, 4810 Foothill Rd., relayforlife.org

ABOP (battery, antifreeze, oil, etc. disposal), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5405 x 445

Thank you for taking time to read my column and if you have a question about technology or would like to suggest a topic for a future column, please reach out to me at michael@michaeltalkstek.com or just give me a call at (805) 684-3414. I love talking Tek.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh docent led tours, 10 a.m., free walks start from the park sign, 684-8077

Lecture Series-5 Element Emotional Transformation, 11 a.m.-noon, Dancing Dolphin, 4690 Carpinteria Ave. Ste. A, first lecture free, 684-5012

As I have said the best technology isn’t just a shiny new gadget and as I said here, it is simply a tool. As my late Father always said, good tools make a job easier and travel can be a job. Technology has taken that to a whole new level. Happy Tek Trails!

ABOP (battery, antifreeze, oil, etc. disposal), 10 a.m.-2 p.m., City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5405 x 445 Carpinteria Salt Marsh docent led tours, 10 a.m., free walks start from the park sign, 684-8077 Lecture Series-5 Element Emotional Transformation, 11 a.m.-noon, Dancing Dolphin, 4690 Carpinteria Ave. Ste. A, first lecture free, 684-5012

“You’re a good man, Charlie Brown,” 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., Plaza Playhouse Theater, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., $15 adults, $10 children, plazatheatercarpinteria. com

“You’re a good man, Charlie Brown,” 2 p.m. & 7 p.m., Plaza Playhouse Theater, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., $15 adults, $10 children, plazatheatercarpinteria. com

Super Summer Dance Party, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Boys & Girls Club, 4849 Foothill Rd., $20, 21 years and older, 684-1568

Super Summer Dance Party, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Boys & Girls Club, 4849 Foothill Rd., $20, 21 years and older, 684-1568

Michael Avery brings decades of experience to his projects and his clients. He has served as an owner, partner, principal and employee of some of the most progressive companies in the electronic systems market sector. Additionally, he has provided professional consulting services to a multitude of leading companies in the industry, including Panasonic Technologies, CEDIA, AMX, Microsoft, GE Industrial, CompUSA and Paradise Theater.

Thursday, July 28

Thursday, July 28

City of Carpinteria Architectural Review Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5405

City of Carpinteria Architectural Review Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5405

Monday, August 1 City of Carpinteria Planning Commission meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council

Monday, August 1 City of Carpinteria Planning Commission meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria

Curious Cup bookstore, 929 Linden Ave., free, 847-208-6520

Curious Cup bookstore, 929 Linden Ave., free, 847-208-6520

Whooping cough vaccination, 1-4 p.m., Carpinteria Veterans Hall, 941 Walnut Ave., free, 346-8420

Whooping cough vaccination, 1-4 p.m., Carpinteria Veterans Hall, 941 Walnut Ave., free, 346-8420

Food Distribution, 1:30 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 1500 Linden Ave., 684-2181

Food Distribution, 1:30 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 1500 Linden Ave., 684-2181

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group, 2-4 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 1355 Vallecito Place, carpcaregivers1@ gmail.com, 684-0567

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group, 2-4 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 1355 Vallecito Place, carpcaregivers1@ gmail.com, 684-0567

Clothesline Project, 5-7 p.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-6364

Clothesline Project, 5-7 p.m., Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-6364

Fighting Back Parent Program, 5:30-7 p.m., Canalino School, 1480 Carpinteria Ave., 963-1433 x125 or x132

Fighting Back Parent Program, 5:30-7 p.m., Canalino School, 1480 Carpinteria Ave., 963-1433 x125 or x132

Karaoke, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Giovanni’s Pizza, 5003 Carpinteria Ave., 684-8288

Karaoke, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Giovanni’s Pizza, 5003 Carpinteria Ave., 684-8288

Save Our Library community meeting, 7 p.m., Carpinteria Branch Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 8 Ball Tournament, 7 p.m., Carpinteria & Linden Pub, 4954 Carpinteria Ave., 220-6094

Save Our Library community meeting, 7 p.m., Carpinteria Branch Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 8 Ball Tournament, 7 p.m., Carpinteria & Linden Pub, 4954 Carpinteria Ave., 220-6094

Tuesday, August 2

Tuesday, August 2

SB County Board of Supervisors

ing, 9 a.m., Board of Supervisors

SB County Board of Supervisors meeting, 9 a.m., Board of Supervisors Conference Rm., 105 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, 568-2000

ference Rm., 105 E. Anapamu St., Santa Barbara, 568-2000

Wednesday, August 3

Wednesday, August 3

SB County Planning Commission meeting, 9 a.m., 123 E. Anapamu St., Rm. 17, Santa Barbara, 568-2000

SB County Planning Commission meeting, 9 a.m., 123 E. Anapamu St., Rm. 17, Santa Barbara, 568-2000

SB County Zoning Administrator meeting, 9:30 a.m., 123 E. Anapamu St., Rm. 17, Santa Barbara, 568-2000

SB County Zoning Administrator meeting, 9:30 a.m., 123 E. Anapamu St., Rm. 17, Santa Barbara, 568-2000

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Sunday, Feb. 2

1208 hrs / Theft / 4900 block Carpinteria Avenue

Deputies responded to a theft of an eBike where the victim had an Apple tracker attached to the bike. Deputies searched multiple areas where the tracker was pinged. Ultimately, the Santa Barbara Police Department went to an address within the city where they located and returned the eBike to the victim. The suspect fled before SBPD officers arrived.

1256 hrs / Incident / 850 block Linden Avenue

The reporting party called to report an incident where she was walking in the crosswalk near a local store, and her neighbor drove through the intersection as she occupied the crosswalk. The reporting party thought it was intentional because she has ongoing issues with the neighbor and a civil restraining order against him. Based on statements made by both parties, the interaction was unintentional and there was no violation of the civil restraining order.

2150 hrs / Missing Adult / Rincon Point

Deputies were dispatched to Rincon Point for a report of a missing person. At about 0900 hours, the reporting party and the missing adult attended mass. After the services, the missing invited the reporting party to Rincon Point. Despite always going with him, she decided not to go with him. At about 1010 hours, the missing dropped her off by their vehicle. He then drove to Rincon. Deputies checked all parking lots/hotel

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parking lots between Carpinteria Avenue and Santa Monica. In addition, deputies checked both rincon point parking lots and walked down on the beach all yielding negative results. He was entered into MUPS by dispatch.

Tuesday, Feb. 4

0749 hrs / Warrant / 4600 block

Carpinteria Avenue

Deputies executed a search warrant at a residence for a wanted subject for his outstanding Ramey warrant, and to locate the victim’s stolen property. After giving announcements, the subject met deputies at the door. The subject was taken into custody without incident; however, he was verbally aggressive and passively resistant to deputies. The search was concluded, and the subject was escorted out of the residence, and he again became verbally and somewhat physically resistive. While approaching the patrol cars, the subject broke free from deputies and fled on foot westbound on Carpinteria Avenue, with his hands handcuffed behind his back. Deputies gave chase on foot and in patrol cars. The subject ran to

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the rear of a restaurant and Highway 101. Deputies were able to cut him off before he entered the freeway and contained him to the rear of the restaurant. The subject was later transported and booked at Santa Barbara County Jail.

1128 hrs / Assault / 380 block Linden Avenue

Deputies responded to a fight in progress involving two male subjects, one armed with a golf club. Prior to arriving, one subject fled the area on a bike. Deputies arrived on scene and contacted one subject, who was uncooperative, but was actively bleeding from the mouth and his right ring fingertip was barely hanging on. The subject insisted nothing happened and he had only fallen. The subject was intoxicated and in possession of an open container, so he was detained and medically evaluated. Deputies were advised by dispatch the other suspect called 911 and advised he was suffering from a head wound and that the first subject was armed with a firearm in his waistband. The second subject also stated that the first subject had shot him. The first subject was searched but was not in possession of a firearm. The second subject was located at El Carro Lane and Eucalyptus. The second subject was contacted while with a third subject. On contact, the second subject began ditching objects from his pants and stated he had been shot. The second subject and third subject were both believed to be under the influence of methamphetamine and Fentanyl per statements made. The third subject was found in possession of both drugs, and both were arrested. The second subject was extremely under the influence and hallucinating. He was evaluated by medics and found to have only minor injuries due to the fight. He was never shot, and no firearms were located during this investigation. The second and third subjects were booked at Santa Barbara County Jail. The first subject was medically treated at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and then booked at Santa Barbara County Jail.

1354 hrs / Death / 1200 block Franciscan Court

Deputies responded to the location for a welfare check. The male was found deceased in his bedroom.

1502 hrs / Incident / 1000 block Casitas Pass Road

The reporting party called and stated a subject was standing outside of her residence yelling at her and playing loud music in violation of a valid restraining order. The report will be forwarded to the

Wednesday, Feb. 5

2122 hrs / Traffic / Via Real and Cravens Lane

Deputies witnessed a vehicle travelling eastbound on Via Real commit traffic violations. A traffic enforcement stop was conducted and the driver consented to a search of his person and vehicle. Deputies then conducted a vehicle inspection and found the vehicle had modified emissions equipment in violation of VC 27156(b). The driver was released from the scene and his vehicle was deemed unsuitable for California roads.

Thursday, Feb. 6

1334 hrs / Warrant / 5100 block Carpinteria Avenue

Deputies were dispatched to a local shop for the report of a “transient in a tent in the field.” During the contact, a record’s check revealed the suspect had a warrant. He was arrested and transported to jail.

1736 hrs / Welfare / 5400 block Eighth Street

Deputies responded to check the welfare of someone who possibly sustained a wrist injury. After interviewing the victim and victim’s husband, it was determined that the suspect was in violation of California Penal Code 273.6 and 368(c), and was the restrained party in a served Criminal Protective Order.

Friday, Feb. 7

2102 hrs / Traffic / 5000 block Carpinteria Avenue

A deputy conducted a traffic enforcement stop for violations of expired registration/suspended license. The driver was also unable to provide proof of insurance and it was found that the suspended license had not been served. The vehicle was towed and the driver received a citation for violation of VC 4000(a)(1), 12500(a), 16028(a), 23222(b).

0127 hrs / Traffic / Cramer Circle

A deputy was driving southbound on Santa Ynez Avenue when he observed a vehicle traveling northbound in the southbound lanes. The vehicle continued onto the western sidewalk. The deputy honked his horn in fear of the driver crashing or crashing into the patrol vehicle. After honking the horn, the driver drove off the curb and entered the Santa Ynez Avenue northbound lane. The driver passed the deputy so he immediately made a U-turn and attempted to catch up to the subject’s vehicle. The deputy conducted a traffic stop on Cramer Circle. During the traffic stop, the subject was found to be under the influence of alcohol, with a BAC of 0.16%. The subject was arrested & transported to Santa Barbara County Jail.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING*

DATE OF HEARING: FEBRUARY 26, 2025

PLACE: ENGINEERING BUILDING, ROOM 17 PLANNING COMMISSION

HEARING ROOM

123 E. ANAPAMU STREET

SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

The County Planning Commission provides in-person participation as well as virtual participation until further notice.

The following methods of participation are available to the public.

1.You may observe the live stream of the County Planning Commissionmeetings on (1) Local Cable Channel 20, (2) online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/1333/CSBTV-Livestream; or (3) YouTube at: https://www.youtube. com/user/CSBTV20

2. If you wish to provide public comment, the following methods are available:

•Distribution to the County Planning Commission - Submit your comment via email prior to 12:00 p.m. on the Monday prior to the Commission hearing. Please submit your comment to the Recording Secretary at dvillalo@countyofsb.org. Your comment will be placed into the record and distributed appropriately.

•Attend the Meeting In-Person: Individuals are allowed to attend and provide comments at the County Planning Commission meeting in-person.

•Attend the Meeting by Zoom We-

binar - Individuals wishing to provide public comment during the County Planning Commission meeting can do so via Zoom webinar by clicking the below link to register in advance. Register in advance for this meeting: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing important information about joining the webinar.

When: February 26, 2025 09:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Topic: County Planning Commission 02/26/2025

Register in advance for this webinar: https://santabarbaracounty.zoomgov. com/webinar/register/WN_Mc9OJYz8Rqmd8VKvkyYblw

mission Hearing of February 26, 2025. 24DVP-00005 Mission Isla Vista Partners LP Housing Development Isla Vista Exempt, CEQA Guidelines Section 21159.25 Joe Dargel, Supervising Planner (805) 568-3573 Kathleen Volpi, Planner (805) 568-2033

Hearing on the request of Mission Isla Vista Partners LP to consider the following:

• Case No.24DVP-00005 for a Development Plan to allow for three new, three-story apartment buildings, totaling 16 new units, in compliance with Section 35-174 of Article II, the Coastal Zoning Ordinance.

• Case No. 24CDP-00021 for a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for the construction of three new, three-story multi-family buildings in compliance with Section 35-169 of Article II.

• Determine the project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21159.25 (Residential or Mixed-Use Housing Projects), as outlined in the Notice of Exemption.

The application involves Assessor Parcel No. (APN) 075-092-009, zoned Medium Density Student Residential (SR-M-18), located at 6737 Sueno Road, in the Goleta Community Plan area, Second Supervisorial District.

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION RECORDING SECRETARY (568-2000)

Publish: February 13, 2025

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PEND-

ING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO:

WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT THAT MAY BE APPEALED TO THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION AND APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a Coastal Development Permit by the Planning and Development Department.

The development requested by this application is subject to appeal to the California Coastal Commission following final action by Santa Barbara County and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, conditionally approve or deny the application. However, in compliance with California Coastal Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and therefore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within the 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Kimberley McCarthy at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101 2058, by email at kheaton@countyofsb.org, or by fax at (805) 568 2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided.

WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken by Santa Barbara County on this Coastal Development Permit to the County Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors and ultimately the California Coastal Commission.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

• Applicant: Ruth Posey

• Proposed Project: Replacement of the existing four foot tall wood picket fence with a six foot tall, galvanized wire “hog fence.” The wire mesh hog fence will be supported with four by four wood posts and a have a two by six wood cap detail. The fence will be located approximately eight feet from the bluff edge. Installation of the taller safety fence does not require any grading or the removal of any native vegetation, landscaping or trees. The fence is designed to be anchored on top of the existing patio slab and requires minimal ground disturbance (replacement of missing pavers). The fence is also designed to be relocated back from the bluff edge as necessary due to natural bluff erosion.

APPEALS:

The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Coastal Development Permit 24CDH 00030 may be appealed to the County Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an “aggrieved person” the appellant must have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so. Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca prod.accela.com/sbco/Default. aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day. This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all local appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.

For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Kimberley McCarthy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca santabarbaracounty.civicplus. pro/1499/Planning Permit Process Flow Chart

Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/160/Planning Development

Publish: February 13, 2025

NOTICE OF PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that the Director of the Planning and Development Department intends to take an action to approve, approve with conditions, or deny an application for a Development Plan for the project described below. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, the earliest this action may occur is on the eleventh day following the date of this notice indicated below.

PUBLIC COMMENT: A public hearing will not be held on this matter. Anyone interested in this matter is invited to submit written testimony in support or opposition to the proposed project 24DVP-00026. All letters should be addressed to Planning and Development, Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, Attention: Kathleen Volpi. Letters, with two copies, should be received in the office of the Planning and Development Department a minimum of 24 hours prior to the earliest date of action by the Director identified above.

oped without a Final Development Plan. There is no grading or tree removal associated with this project. The parcel will continue to be served by the Goleta Water NoticePendingDirAction0.rpt Department, Goleta Sanitary District, and the County Fire Department. Access will continue to be provided off of Cordoba Road. The property is a 0.56-acre parcel zoned SRH-20 and shown as Assessor’s Parcel Number 075-121-002, located at 6507 Cordoba Road in the Goleta Community Plan area, Second Supervisorial District.

APPEALS:

The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Development Plan 24DVP-00026 may be appealed to the County Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Director Action. To qualify as an “aggrieved person” the appellant must have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the Director Action of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.

Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/sbco/ Default.aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non-business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day. This Development Plan may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after the appellant has exhausted all local appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.

CHALLENGES: If you challenge the project 24DVP-00026 in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised in written correspondence to the Planning and Development Department. For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Kathleen Volpi.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https:// ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus. pro/1499/Planning-Permit-ProcessFlow-Chart NoticePendingDirAction0.rpt

Publish: February 13, 2025

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO:

(1) WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT THAT MAY BE APPEALED TO THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION AND (2) APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a Coastal Development Permit by the Planning and Development Department.

ACCESSORY STRUCTURES

PROJECT ADDRESS: 4662 VIA ROBLA-

DA, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110

2nd SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT

THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF NOTICE: 1/27/2025

REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 2/17/2025

PERMIT NUMBER: 24CDH-00020

APPLICATION FILED: 7/8/2024

ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO.: 063-102-010

ZONING: 1.5-EX-1

PROJECT AREA: 1.50

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

on the Monday before the Planning Commission hearing. The decision to accept late materials will be at the discretion of the Planning Commission. Maps and/or staff analysis of the proposals may be reviewed at https://www.countyofsb.org/1625/County-Planning-Commission a week before the hearing or by appointment by calling (805) 568-2000. If you challenge the project(s) in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Planning Commission prior to the public hearing.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need a disability-related modification or accommodation or are exempt from applicable Health Officer Orders, including auxiliary aids or services such as sound enhancement equipment or an American Sign Language interpreter, to participate in this hearing, please contact Hearing Support Staff at 805-568-2000. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the hearing will enable the Hearing Support Staff to make reasonable arrangements. If you have any questions or if you are participating in the hearing telephonically or electronically and need a disability-related modification or accommodation or have any issues attempting to access the hearing telephonically or electronically, please contact Hearing Support Staff at 805-568-2000.

* This is a partial listing of the items to be heard at the County Planning Com-

If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development Permit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Development Permit is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Kimberley McCarthy at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101 2058, or by email at kheaton@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568 2005.

PROPOSAL: GIBSON LIVING TRUST BLUFF SAFETY FENCE PROJECT ADDRESS: 6553 DEL PLAYA DR, GOLETA, CA 93117 2nd SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT

THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF NOTICE: 2/6/2025 REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION

DATE: 2/27/2025 PERMIT NUMBER: 24CDH 00030

APPLICATION FILED: 11/12/2024

ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO.:075 213 015

ZONING: SR M 8 PROJECT AREA: 0.14

To receive additional information regarding this project, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Kathleen Volpi at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 931012058, or by email at volpik@countyofsb. org, or by phone at (805) 568-2033.

PROPOSAL: GAMMA XI AS-BUILT DEVELOPMENT PLAN

PROJECT ADDRESS: 6507 CORDOBA RD, GOLETA, CA 93117

2nd SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF PLANNING AND DEVEL

OPMENT DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR

The development requested by this application is subject to appeal to the California Coastal Commission following final action by Santa Barbara County and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, conditionally approve or deny the application. However, in compliance with California Coastal Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and therefore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department

APPEALS:

The

of the

Permit 24CDH00020 may be appealed to the County Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an “aggrieved person” the appellant must have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.

Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/sbco/ Default.aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non -business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day.

This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all local appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.

For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Tatiana Cruz.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus. pro/1499/Planning-Permit-ProcessFlow-Chart

Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www. countyofsb.org/160/Planning-Development

Publish: February 13, 2025

ACTION : On or after 2/13/2025, the Director of the Planning and Development Department intends to approve this Development Plan for the development described below, based on the ability to make all of the required findings and subject to the terms and conditions.

PERMIT NUMBER: 24DVP-00026

APPLICATION FILED: 8/5/2024

ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO.: 075-121-002

ZONING: SR-H-20

PROJECT AREA: 0.56

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

• Applicant:

California Coastal Commission.

If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below , then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development Permit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Development Permit is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Tatiana Cruz at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 931012058, or by email at cruzt@countyofsb. org, or by phone at (805) 568-2082.

PROPOSAL: GRAHAM REMODEL AND

by Robin Karlsson

THROWBACK

Lester, the Champ

BY JIM CAMPOS

Editor’s Note: A version of this article originally ran in CVN Vol. 26, No. 30.

Some fruit box label collectors focus on collecting labels with children on them. Others focus on those depicting dogs. And others simply focus on great artwork. The Champ Brand out of Carpinteria has all three, and, as such, is a much sought after label. The fact that it is also a very rare label only adds to the satisfaction of having this label in one’s collection.

The Champ Brand adds luster to the winning formula of having great art, dogs and children on a label by using a common practice by many growers of the era of showing-off family members on their labels. Facially, the “champ” favors grower C. D. Hubbard’s son, Lester, as can be seen in the picture of him for this article, circa 1904.

Curiously, the family album kept by Hubbard’s descendants contains little Lester in a series of photos holding a variety of farm animals — chicks, ducks, cats and a rabbit — but no dog. Ranch life without a dog would seem to be unheard of, so where is the missing picture of Lester with a dog? One can assume it ended up on some artist’s desk at the Schmidt Lithography office where the Champ Brand label was designed.

In the years that followed the first appearance of the Champ Brand, circa 1920, its artwork was never altered, in contrast to other Hubbard label brands. The boy, holding the dog under his arm and a baseball in his left hand, remained unchanged throughout citrus association reorganizations – from Hubbard to the Carpinteria Lemon Association and the Santa Barbara Lemon Association – into the 1960s. The packing house associations obviously knew they had a winning image to pedal their product.

Readers of the Coastal View News might

wonder what became of the precocious Lester Hubbard of Champ fame. Truth be told, the little tyke grew up to be something of a Roaring ‘20s hellraiser, forming an “unruly three” with playboy millionaires Albert Keep Isham and Christian Rasmus Holmes II (nephew to Max C. Fleischmann, who created the Santa Barbara Harbor and unwittingly changed the Carpinteria coastline that affected many homes on Sandyland Cove). They cavorted with the Hollywood crowd, drove fast cars, escorted beautiful starlets to Isham’s Moorish style mansion the Casa Blanca estate at the east edge of what would become Santa Claus Lane, and were rumored to associate with bootlegging operations of the Prohibition Era.

Indeed, they wer e never short on booze. There was no shortage, either, of the escapades that Lester was said to be involved with in the oral history of Carpinteria. He was, however, documented at least once for an antic in a published account.

May Lambert’s memoir “Growing Up in Summerland” (1975) recalls a whooping cough epidemic that struck all her children so strongly that her physician ordered that she and her husband vacation for a spell in a dryer climate. They were advised to go to Santa Ynez Valley and camp out. Mrs. Lambert wrote, “We didn’t get much sleep there either un-

til five o’clock in the morning, when we really settled down. Then Lester Hubbard, who was camping there, would start up his motorcycle and ride all over camp with it wide open!” (pp 84-85).

When the Hubbard family fortunes in the Lemon business and other ventures went sour in the mid-1930s, an embittered Lester vowed never to work another day of his life. With the passing of his parents, the family money eventually ran out, and he confined himself to the family home in the Carpinteria suburb of Serena Park, just east of Toro Canyon Creek. Living alone, he resurfaced in the 1960s as an old, eccentric hippie. He wore his hair long under a beret, sported a full gray beard, and habitually displayed himself bare-chested, day and night. He traded in the wrecked, luxury Duesenberg of his youth for an old beat-up Volkswagen

bug. Ever the incorrigible, he covered the entry way to his house off Via Real Road with a large white sheet that advertised a nudist colony within, and a stud fee of one dollar!

Lester hung around the young people of the Baby Boomer generation. He died in 1979 — the little champ that aged with time but refused to grow up.

Many thanks to Jonathan Brown for the insights and photos. Johnny is a descendant of the Carpinteria pioneer Fish and Brown families and a relative of the Cartons and Hubbards.

Jim Campos is a native born Carpinterian. Upon retiring from a 35-year career with the Carpinteria Unified School District in 2006, he joined a group of local historians to publish two pictorial history books on Carpinteria. Jim’s curiosity of local history grew from that experience. He is currently serving on the Carpinteria Cultural Foundation which honors the achievements and contributions of Carpinteria’s diverse community. He is also on the board of the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History, where he writes occasional in-depth articles. In 2020, Jim wrote an entire year of columns for CVN’s Throwback Thursday.

COURTESY JIM CAMPOS

From the author’s personal label collection, Champ Brand, circa 1920.

COURTESY JONATHAN BROWN

Lester was known to be a wiz with machines. Here he is at a young age with a contraception he may have helped build himself, circa 1912.

COURTESY JONATHAN BROWN Lester, as he looked in the 1960s when he re-emerged after a period of isolation. Note the cat Tommy at his feet. Tommy was known to be as ornery as Lester himself. The two were inseparable.

COURTESY JONATHAN BROWN Lester Hubbard, pictured in 1904 holding cats.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Two Carpinteria teams reach end of the road Warriors boys soccer, girls water polo finish 2024-2025 season

BY RYAN P. CRUZ

After a long winter sports season, two Carpinteria High School teams — boys soccer and girls water polo — reached the end of the road this week.

Carpinteria boys soccer narrowly missed the playoffs, losing two out of the last three games of the year, with the Warriors finding themselves just outside of the CIF playoff picture.

The Warriors’ boys soccer season ended with a match against Hueneme, which Carpinteria needed to win in order to make the playoffs. In what was a senior game for the team’s eight seniors — Roberto Reyes, Josue Gastelum, Ignacio Maya, Marvin Lujano, Brandon Jimenez, Pedro Campuzano, Brennan Van Wingerden and Kevin Gonzalez — Carpinteria’s offense scored two goals, but Hueneme answered with four goals and the Vikings ended Carpinteria’s playoff hopes with a 4-2 win.

With the loss, Carpinteria finished the season with an overall record of 5-8-2, and a league record of 4-6-1.

Carpinteria girls water polo was dominant in the pool all season, finishing the year with a 19-8 overall record and an undefeated run through the Citrus Coast League at 8-0, claiming yet another league championship.

This season, Carpinteria was led by senior captain Guilia Piccoletti and a host of up-and-coming freshmen and sophomores, including leading scorers freshman Holliday Smith and sophomore Hazel Dugré and freshman goalie Gwen Postma.

The Warriors secured a spot in the CIF Division 3 Playoffs — moving up one division from last year’s Division 4 run — setting up a first round matchup on the road against Muir of Pasadena.

In this game, the Muir Mustangs broke away from the Warriors with a 5-0 run in the third quarter — a deficit the Warriors were never able to recover from, as Muir claimed the win and ended Carpinteria’s playoff run in the first round, 11-6.

Carpinteria coach Jon Otsuki said he was proud of the team, and that despite their inexperience in big game situations, he was looking forward to the young roster returning next year with most of its starting lineup, who will all be one year “bigger, stronger and faster.”

ON DECK

Thursday, Feb. 13

*Carpinteria Girls Basketball at Santa Ana (CIF Round 1), 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 14

Carpinteria Boys Basketball in CIF Round 2 (with Round 1 win), 7 p.m.

Carpinteria Girls Soccer in CIF Round 2 (with Round 1 win), 7 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 15

Carpinteria Girls Basketball in CIF Round 2 (with Round 1 win), 7 p.m.

*Denotes Home Game

ABOVE: Carpinteria boys soccer seniors, from left: Roberto Reyes, Josue Gastelum, Ignacio Maya, Marvin Lujano, Brandon Jimenez, Pedro Campuzano, Brennan Van Wingerden and Kevin Gonzalez.

LEFT: Senior Pedro Campuzano finished his final soccer game for Carpinteria under the rain.

TINA LEE

LEFT: Carpinteria sophomore Hazel Dugré, one of the team’s leading scorers this year, had two goals in the playoff loss against Muir. RIGHT: Freshman Gwen Postma with one of her eight blocks in the first round of the CIF Playoffs.

MANNY ALVARADO

CARLOS ALVARADO

SHORT STOPS

BY RYAN P. CRUZ

Senior Lizbeth Lopez looks for a rebound in Carpinteria’ win over Channel Islands; the Warriors will now prepare for a playoff game against Santa Ana on Thursday, Feb. 13.

Warriors prepare for CIF Playoffs

Three Carpinteria sports teams will take on the playoffs this week, with girls soccer, girls basketball and boys basketball each preparing for the first two rounds of the CIF postseason.

Carpinteria girls soccer will take on a first-round matchup at home against Santa Monica Prep from the Camino Real League. If the Warriors win in their first round game, they will play in a Friday-night matchup in the second round against either Segerstrom or Malibu.

Warriors boys basketball will hit the road in the first round to face Bishop Diego at the “Brick House” in Santa Barbara, where a sellout crowd is expected. With a win over Bishop Diego, the Warriors would advance to the second round of the CIF Playoffs on Friday, Feb. 14 to face the winner of the first-round matchup between Paloma Valley and Santa Clarita Christian.

Carpinteria girls basketball rounds out this week’s playoffs for the Warriors with a road game at Santa Ana from the Golden West League on Thursday. With a win, Warriors girls basketball would advance to the second round on Saturday, Feb. 15, against the winner between Charter Oak and Bell Gardens.

Local youth soccer teams find success

The Region 683 (Carpinteria) AYSO All Stars have had a busy couple months, with six teams competing at five different tournaments since the beginning of the season in December. These tournaments include Santa Clarita Gold Rush, Spaceport Classic in Lompoc, Santa Ynez Winter Classic, Area All-Star playoffs in Santa Barbara, and the Adobe Cup in Nipomo.

The 12-and under division boys and girls teams were some of the top performers, with both teams taking first place at the Area All-Star Playoffs and advancing to the Section Championships, which will be held in Bakersfield on Feb. 22-23.

This year, the region had four teams competing in the 10-and-under division, with two boys teams and two girls teams.

“This wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated coaches, referees, and volunteers as well as commitment from our players and parents,” said Regional Coordinator Tania Arroyo.

Cate Rams Roundup

Cater girls basketball ended the season on a high note, with a 53-37 win at home on Senior Night over Villanova.

The Rams celebrated the team’s four outgoing seniors — Sam Jimenez, Sophia Ospina, Lilli Whelan, and Sanai Edwards — who accounted for a combined 39 points together in the win.

Jimenez led the way with a new career-high 21 points, nine rebounds, and six steals, while Ospina added 13 points and dished out five assists.

“Our seniors earned a well-deserved win in what will be their final basketball game together as a phenomenal squad of four,” said Cate coach Laura Moore. “Thank you to everyone who came out to show support tonight — it was wonderful to have family, faculty, and students filling the stands.”

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Carpinteria girls basketball seniors and their families, from left: Penny Wrought, Lizbeth Lopez and Maritza Alpizar.

The 12U girls and coaches, from top left: coach Julia Mayer, Kate Oshiro, coach Carly Bass, Finley Barr, Hallie Mayer, Brianna Gonzalez, Kaylia Real, Paulina Campuzano, Madi Adam and coach Manuel Salinas; bottom row, from left: Maeve Runhaar, Ailene Wheatley, Marin Bass, Eva Salinas, Denise Barbare. Not pictured: coach Kelli Flores and Maya Flores.

The 12U boys and coaches, from top left: coach Will Hornblower, Roy Campuzano-Aviles, Declan McMahon, Zach Sandu, Jack Hornblower, Landon Wiltshire, Leo Frank, Mateo Almanza, Ben Griffin, coach Lynn Griffin and coach Alanna Wiltshire; bottom row, from left: Jameson Cotter, Jack Henry, Hunter Willhite and Landon Van Eyck.

BY RYAN P. CRUZ

As the winter sports seasons come to an end, Carpinteria High School athletes are preparing for spring sports, as softball, baseball, boys tennis, boys volleyball, track and field and swimming are all getting ready for competition.

Last year, Carpinteria softball had a slow start to the year, with only one win in the first eight games before the Warriors turned it around with a three-game win streak to finish the year at 5-9 overall and 4-6 in the Citrus Coast League. The

Warriors missed the playoffs in 2024, but will look to make a splash in 2025.

Carpinteria baseball is looking to make the postseason once again after finishing the year with a loss in the first round of the CIF Playoffs against Colony last season. Carpinteria finished the baseball season 8-9 overall last year, and with a few returning players this year, coach Pat Cooney is looking to make another run this spring season.

Warriors boys tennis finished its 2024 campaign with two postseason victories and a run to the CIF Division 5 Quarterfi-

nals, ending the year with a 13-6 overall record after suffering a loss to the top-seeded La Salle Lancers. While the Warriors lost four seniors last year, there is plenty of returning talent on the court with Edwin Hernandez, Elio Taha and Lucas Martin.

Carpinteria boys volleyball finished last season at 8-9 overall, but the Warriors have a lot of returning players on the team this year and will look to make a run to the postseason.

Warriors track and field athletes are eager to get back in competition this season after three Carpinteria players medaled

in the CIF Finals last year, including returning standout senior Nathan Carrillo, who set a new personal pole vault record in the finals as a junior.

Carpinteria swimmers are expected to excel in the pool this year after a stellar season last year with coach Jon Otsuki being named as the league’s Coach of the Year. Carpinteria will return with several swimmers who made First Team All League in 2024, including Jake Ehlers and Jacob Otsuki for the boys team, and Guilia Piccoletti, Izzy Scott, Hazel Dugré and Lucy Moore for the girls team.

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LEFT: Elio Taha was one of the standouts on last year’s boys tennis team. RIGHT: Caden Lemere is one of the returning players from last year’s softball team.

Fall prevention, online dating and the shopping list challenge

JENA JENKINS

Wellness: fall prevention

Falling in love — that’s fun. Falling to the ground? Not so much. Although the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that falls are the leading cause of injury among individuals aged 65 and older, don’t let that discourage you from staying active. In fact, the best thing you can do for fall prevention is to keep moving!

There are several simple exercises that can help you stay steady on your feet and build confidence. Join us every Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Hall for MindBody Balance and let Cyndi Macuas show you how to stay centered and safe. We think you’ll fall in love with it!

Inspire:

Angelita Lim

“I saw that you were perfect, and so I loved you. Then I saw that you were not perfect, and I loved you even more.”

Sharpen: one-off shopping list challenge

Denis is preparing a special Valentine’s dinner. He’s an excellent cook but, unfortunately, not the best speller. Every item on his shopping list has one letter misspelled.

Can you figure out what he meant to buy? Here’s his list: Cave, Union, Dream, Froth, Dime, Chins, Sofa, Fingers, Him, Break, Later.

We hope the meal turns out better than his spelling!

Educate: online dating

What’s that crazy thing the kids are doing on the internet these days? I think it’s called online dating.

Well, guess what? It’s not just for the kids anymore. According to the National Council on Aging, “senior dating sites” have become very popular. Ever wonder how it works? Here’s a quick rundown: You visit a site or download an app, create your profile, and the platform will then connect you with people in your area who share similar interests. From there, you can choose whether to contact them or not.

Unfortunately, the dating scene can be a hotbed for con artists, so here are a few quick rules of thumb: always meet in a public place, never send money or financial information, and remember your boundaries. Even if you’re not ready to dive into the dating world, it’s good to know what options are out there.

Unfortunately, the dating scene can be a hotbed for con artists, so here are a few quick rules of thumb: always meet in a public place, never send money or financial information, and remember your boundaries. Even if you’re not ready to dive into the dating world, it’s good to know what options are out there.

A communication specialist whose heart lies in storytelling, Jena has a knack for bringing

groups together and building understanding through programming. She currently serves as the community services program coordinator assigned to AgeWell for the city of Carpinteria and is a member of the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District Board of Directors. Jena holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in counseling psychology. For more information on AgeWell and its programing visit carpinteriaca.gov/agewell