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ot to be dramatic, but this country is definitely divided. It was split before the pandemic started, and while a public health crisis may have briefly tempered the rhetoric, things didn’t wait too long to heat back up. Some LOCAL CONTROL Central Coast residents have Protesters gather in front of the protested against the lockdown SLO County orders, calling them a breach of courthouse on May 8 to constitutional freedoms. Others participate in the stay home and shake their heads. local ReOpen SLO County rally.

Some wear masks, and some don’t.

Everything, even the facts, seem to be a matter of opinion. Staff Writer Karen Garcia spoke with elected officials and residents to get their takes for this week’s cover story [10].

You can also read about what it’s like to schedule and receive a coronavirus test at one of SLO County’s two testing sites [5] ; a streaming concert to benefit some local business [15] ; how local museums are helping parents gear up for summer activities [16] ; and a trip to the Gino’s Pizza carhop [18].

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Feds seized COVID-19 mass test machine from SLO County

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n March, a consortium of local governments and hospitals convened to tackle one of the most critical aspects of confronting the incoming COVID-19 pandemic: building test capacity.

Working with Dignity Health, Tenet Health, Santa Barbara County, and the state Department of Public Health, San Luis Obispo County health officials placed an order for a high-capacity test machine that could run hundreds of COVID-19 tests a day and deliver results in just a few hours.

The $100,000 machine produced by medical tech firm Hologic would’ve been stationed at Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, establishing a regional hub for testing.

“We had a five-way partnership,” said Jim Beebe, lab director at the SLO County Department of Public Health. “The capacity of the machine installed at Marian would have allowed that lab to perform 500 tests per day.”

But the machine never arrived, because the federal government had other plans for it. State officials informed SLO County soon after it placed the order that the federal government commandeered the equipment and there would be no certain date for its delivery.

“I believe they took control when they invoked the Defense Production Act,” Beebe said. “The order is in and has not been fulfilled.”

Beebe said he didn’t know which federal agency redirected the order or where the machine ultimately went.

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(HHS) did not return a request for comment by press time.

It wasn’t the first time that the federal government delayed COVID-19 medical supplies from reaching the Central Coast. It also intervened on SLO County’s order of 100 ventilators in March, which was made to augment local hospital supply.

Nationwide, public health and hospital officials have reported instances of the federal government seizing their orders of medical supplies, from testing equipment to personal protective gear.

TESTING In March, SLO County ordered a high-capacity COVIDAn April 7 Los Angeles Times 19 test machine to serve the region, but the federal government article detailed how FEMA, commandeered it and it’s yet to be delivered.

HHS, and the Department of Defense had “developed a partnership with OptumServe brought free system for identifying needed testing sites to Paso Robles, Grover Beach, supplies from vendors” to distribute around the and Santa Maria. The SLO County Public country.

Health lab has acquired a different Hologic test The Defense Production Act, which President machine that will increase its daily test count Trump invoked, gives federal agencies priority by 200 —as soon as the necessary reagents on orders of critical materials, ahead of local (substances used in chemcial analysis) arrive. and state governments. But the seizures Beebe said that the supply chain on test have been frustrating and confusing at times materials, like reagents, is still pretty bottlenecked. for localities as they try to prepare their But he noted that the region is in a lot better place communities for the pandemic. with testing than it was two months ago. “[COVID-19] has been a difficult time for “I’m pretty sure we’re running 400 tests per day many reasons, and this is just one of them,” throughout the county,” he said. “Right now, I think Beebe said. a lot of our capacity problems have been solved.” Δ SLO County adjusted to the seizure and —Peter Johnson built up its test capacity in other ways. A state

New coalition calls for CDBG funds to be used for rent relief

with politicians and public officials inside SLO County and out.

On May 12, several key members of the coalition met with U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) in a Zoom meeting to discuss HR 6515. Despite some loopholes, Price called it the “gold standard” in terms of housing relief packages. The bill would primarily suspend rental and mortgage payments for the duration of the federal emergency declaration related to COVID-19 and 30 days after.

Locally, the Rent Relief Coalition successfully pushed several cities to write state lawmakers in support of further funding for rent and mortgage assistance. Now, Price said, the group is pressuring county and city leaders to use Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for direct rent and mortgage relief assistance.

The CDBG program provides annual grants to states, counties, and cities to develop better opportunities for low-income people. Price said the funds are often used for rapid rehousing for residents who are already experiencing homelessness. While the Rent Relief Coalition doesn’t want to stifle any of the work being done by agencies dedicated to homelessness, Price said dollars going toward rent and mortgage relief would help prevent homelessness in the first place.

An analysis recently conducted by a Columbia University professor that COVID-19 could result in as much as a 45 percent increase in

Throughout most of her adult life, San Luis Obispo resident Dona Hare Price has been active in advocacy and social justice work. So when COVID-19 hit and so many Californians, including Price, found themselves under a stay-at-home order in March, Price decided to tackle California’s housing problem, an issue made all the more visible now that millions of Americans are without work because of coronavirus-related closures.

She assembled a team of grassroots organizers, developed partnerships with 16 local organizations that represent roughly 10,000 Central Coast residents, and within weeks of the state shelter-at-home order, SLO County’s Rent and Mortgage Relief for All Coalition was born. The mission, Price said, is in the name.

“When we say shelter in place,” she told New Times, “everyone deserves a place to shelter.”

Although California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a ban on the enforcement of eviction orders on March 27, it only lasts until May 31.

Whether that order will be extended is yet to be determined, and Price said evictions are still happening in SLO County and all across the U.S. “Relief has to happen on a local, state, and federal level,” she said.

That’s where the Rent Relief Coalition comes in. The group is busy lobbying for relief programs at all levels of government, talking

homelessness nationwide over the next six months, and Price said CDBG funds attached to the CARES Act and new allocations related NEWS continued page 4

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to COVID-19 could stop that from happening.

“This is something that can be done,” she said. “It can be used. There’s flexibility.”

Although some cities are exploring the use of CDBG funding for rent assistance—the city of SLO is considering how to use its federal CDBG COVID-19 funding allocation at a Homeless Services Oversight Committee on May 29—no direct assistance programs have been developed.

But a similar program is already operating in Grover Beach, according to City Manager Matt Bronson. While cities in SLO County are part of the county’s CDBG entitlement program, in which the county receives CDBG funds and then allocates it to individual cities annually, Grover Beach does things differently.

Because of its population and high rate of low- and moderate-income residents, Grover Beach is the only city in the county eligible for the non-entitlement CDBG program, which allows Grover to apply for its own CDBG funds. It’s a competitive process, but Bronson said the grant awards are much larger.

“In our case,” Bronson said, “we’ve been very successful.”

Since Grover split from the county in 2013, it’s secured more than $3 million in CDBG funding for water line improvements and $645,000 for programs geared toward eviction prevention and security deposit assistance.

This year, Grover applied for another $465,000 in CDBG funding that, if awarded, will again go toward the eviction prevention and security deposit programs. Although the city started working on its application in January before COVID-19 had an impact locally, Bronson said City Council formally approved the application in April, recognizing that the needs behind the programs would be even more pronounced given the economic impacts of COVID-19.

Grover is also eligible for another $108,000 in CDBG funds through the CARES Act this year, and Bronson said that will be up for discussion on June 22.

—Kasey Bubnash

Retail businesses in SLO County reopen

In line with the second stage of California’s Resilience Roadmap, retail businesses are able to open their doors but are responsible to implement whatever safety measures they feel are necessary.

General Store Paso Robles in downtown Paso welcomed customers at 11 a.m. on May 27.

Owner Joeli Yaguda said reopening the brick-and-mortar to the public was a wonderful experience within just the first hour.

“The reception has been very kind. Our first two guests had forgotten their masks and we have masks available for people, so that was wonderful,” she said.

The General Store did make some changes in order to keep their customers and employees safe. Yaguda said they reduced their hours to 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., which was a tough call to make after being closed for 2 1/2 months.

“But it feels like the responsible thing to do, so we can make sure we have

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a really good handle on cleaning and maintaining a super safe space,” she said.

Yaguda and co-owners Erin Stuck and Jillian Waters are also concentrating on messaging their safety measures to their customers.

Stickers in various parts of the store say, “Taking Care of Each Other. 6 Feet Apart.”

“We’ve really focused on a positive and joyful message, like we get to be together again, let’s just be careful,” Yaguda said.

The women are also implementing facemask use for employees and customers.

It was an easy decision for the owners to make because they all have compromised immune systems.

“I’m a cancer survivor, one of my partners had Lyme disease, and our third partner is in the age group that is at risk,” she said. “So for all three of us, we’ve been having this discussion about work from the day we decided to close.”

What it comes down to, she said, is the owners love their customers and their team and don’t want to put anybody at risk.

The General Store Paso Robles is among the many other retail stores on the Central Coast that are making decisions to implement extra precautionary measures to keep the community safe.

—Karen Garcia

SLO County weighs fallowing program for Paso basin farmers Paso Robles has an oversupply of wine grapes, according to growers and winemakers. That’s an existing problem that’s been exacerbated by COVID-19.

“We clearly have an overplanting of grapes in that area. ... COVID is only the latest thing to come along,” said Jerry Lohr, owner of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines. “Let’s say the market was at a certain level, COVID may make it 70 or 60 percent [of that].”

According to Lohr and some others in the wine industry, there’s never been a better time to talk about creating a fallowing program for the North County region, which overlies the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin.

Due to a San Luis Obispo County policy that restricts new water use from the declining aquifer, many growers are scared to fallow their land, worried that it could lead to the forfeiture of their future water rights. The county ordinance, adopted in 2013, set a moratorium on new groundwater pumping.

If farmers could voluntarily fallow while also retaining their right to pump in some capacity in the future, it would result in a reduction in water use basinwide, Lohr said.

“It is quite a big deal, frankly,” he said.

“People are struggling to keep these old vineyards alive where it’d be less expensive for them to take them out, fallow, and it would save water.”

SLO County officials are currently exploring a fallowing registration program, part of a package of proposed revisions to the basin ordinance. They’ll go in front of the county Planning Commission on June 11 and the Board of Supervisors on Aug. 18.

SLO County 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold said a central part of the discussion will be whether the program would lead to a long-term

reduction in basin pumping and be equitably available.

“We have to be careful,” Arnold said.

“How does it reduce the pumping to say you can fallow, but whenever you want to, you can start using again?”

Lohr noted that the program could be structured in a way that requires fallowing landowners to reduce their pumping by some equally applied percentage when they decide to return to irrigating.

“If everybody’s asked to cut back 10 to 20 percent, at least you’d have 80 to 90 percent of your land,” Lohr said.

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Avila Pier project gets $1.25 million grant

The Port San Luis Harbor District has more than half of the funding it needs to reopen the Avila Pier after receiving a $1.25 million Wildlife Conservation Board grant.

District Facilities Manager Chris Munson said the grant is just one of several that the district applied for to fix the pier, which has been closed since 2015 due to storm damage, deterioration, and wear. The district is also hoping to get grants from the Coastal Conservancy, Wildlife Conservation Board, and the Division of Boating and Waterways.

Grant funds will be used to mend or replace damaged piles and other components. The repairs also include an ADA accessible path along the length of the pier.

In addition to the Wildlife Conservation Board’s Public Access Grant, the Avila Beach Community Foundation awarded the project $10,000 in 2019.

He said rehabilitating the pier for full use and ensuring that the repairs withstand 25 years of use is estimated to cost the district $2.5 million.

As the district continues to work on funding the project, Munson said, the plan to repair the pier is still underway.

The current plans for restoration created by engineering firm Moffat and Nichol include two phases. Initially, repairing five to 10 piles would allow for pedestrian access and limited vehicle and emergency access. The second phase includes repairing 30 to 40 more piles with needed monitoring on a five-year basis going forward.

Once the plan is completed, Munson said it will go before the California Coastal Commission for approval, the project will be issued for public bid, and repairs could begin as soon as spring 2021.

To assist with fundraising, the Friends of Avila Pier is seeking donations from the community. The nonprofit is currently in the middle of a quiet campaign, President Tom Swem said, that involves reaching out to interested Avila Beach community members. Swem said the nonprofit doesn’t want to disclose the total amount of donations so far, but the nonprofit is slated to raise a quarter of the total project cost.

People interested in donating can visit avilapier.org.

The pier he said, is important not only to the local community but for visitors from all over. It’s a place where people make memories like proposing marriage or recreate by getting up at midnight to fish, when it’s safe to do so.

“It’s the people’s pier,” Swem said. ∆ —Karen Garcia

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name and patient ID number. Through a slit in the plastic cover separating us, he hands me a bag with some paperwork and a test tube—and I’m off to face the swab.

Two minutes later, I’m outside again, ready to drive home and wait for the results.

About 76 hours later, an email hits my inbox with a link to my results: I’m negative.

Since my test, friends have asked me if I felt comfortable about the setup. My honest answer is yes. The process lasted just 10 minutes; I didn’t touch anything or get too close to anyone; and the doors to the building were open for ventilation. “There is no threat to getting COIVD-19 from entering one of our indoor settings to get tested,� SLO County Public Health spokesperson Michelle Shoresman wrote in an email. “It really takes prolonged contact of 15 minutes or more between people to spread the disease, so a five-minute appointment is unlikely to cause infection.�

While that response may satisfy me, I realize I’m also 29 years old, not 69 or 79.

An older or at-risk person may not feel as comfortable as I did in this setting. And to the best of Shoresman’s knowledge, the sites use the same test procedure for both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. In other words, where I sat for the test is also where someone with a bad cough sat. “Why not do drive-through testing?� my friends have asked. “When a person is sitting in a car and the person taking the sample must lean over and reach in the car, this can actually pose difficulties and make it harder to obtain a good sample,�

Shoresman explained.

Whether you agree with that or not, I’m relieved that COVID-19 tests—whatever form they’re in—are finally widely available in SLO County. Getting one is free and relatively painless. Getting more than one is even OK—say you test negative but then develop symptoms a month later. Or maybe you just want to check again.

Like our public health officer said of their availability: “Take advantage of it.� Δ

hat’s it?� I ask the nurse administering my COVID-19 test, right after she withdraws a 6-inch swab from my right nostril. “That’s it,� she replies, and puts the swab in a test tube with my name on it, ready to ship to a lab.

I had steeled myself for 15 seconds of agony, but the swab only twisted around my nasal cavity for about five. It was uncomfortable—my eyes watered and nose tickled—but I can’t call it painful.

As I exit the back door of the Ramona Garden Park Center in Grover Beach, the nurse turns her focus to the next patient.

One testee at a time; that’s the policy at this community clinic run by Minnesotabased OptumServe, one of two companies California contracted with to ramp up COVID-19 testing throughout the state.

As I walk to my car, the ease of this feels both surreal and sad. Just weeks ago, getting a coronavirus test was nearly impossible no matter how sick you felt.

Only now, after the virus has killed tens of thousands of Americans so far, can any SLO County resident get a free test. It’s available, regardless of your symptoms, in Grover Beach or at the Paso Robles Vets’ Hall OptumServe clinic. “We have not restricted it,� SLO County Public Health Officer Penny Borenstein said on May 20. “People should take advantage of it.�

In that spirit, I set out to obtain both the swab test and the antibody test, a blood test that should indicate whether I had the virus in the past.

Scheduling a COVID-19 swab test was easy through SLO County’s readyslo.org website. I created a patient account and answered a questionnaire, which also asked for my health insurance information. The county notes that this test is free and available to anyone regardless of insurance status.

There were several 30-minute slots available in Grover Beach for the coming week. According to SLO County, neither site is consistently hitting its 132-test daily capacity. After signing up, I received Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be a confirmation message with my patient reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.

ID number.

PHOTO BY PETER JOHNSON As I approach the Ramona Garden Park Center on test day, a masked staff member greets me and asks if I’ve had symptoms in the past week.

I say “no� and take a seat in the waiting area outside the building, where a handful of chairs are spaced 6 feet apart. Three others wait alongside me, all of whom note mild symptoms. We’re all wearing masks.

About three minutes later, I’m called inside.

FREE TESTING SLO County residents can sign up for a free COVID-19 test at Ramona Garden Park Center in A man in full personal Grover Beach (pictured) or the Paso Robles Vets’ Hall. protective equipment at a Visit readyslo.org to schedule an appointment. walled-off desk asks for my

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Every year we raise awareness for April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month - but this year, under these extrordinary circumstances, the designation takes on an even greater and more urgent significance.

Suddenly we’ve been isolated from each other, and from children, our most vulnerable community members. Mandated reporters such as teachers, health care professionals, and even family members, friends, and neighbors, have been cut off, with little or no access to those at most risk for abuse and neglect.

If you have a concern for a child’s safety, call 805.543.6216

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BY KASEY BUBNASH

Commencing in quarantine W hen SLO County’s public schools first closed in mid-March, Arroyo Grande Mayor Caren Ray Russom knew they might stay that way for the remainder of the school year.

As a high school teacher and the mother of a senior at Arroyo Grande High School, she knew what that could mean for the graduating class of 2020.

Soon her fears were realized, and all the things that high school graduates normally look forward to—prom, senior night, spring sports, and commencement and all the back patting and celebration that comes with it—suddenly became impossible. For her son, mourning all that’s been lost this year hasn’t been easy.

“He’s struggling,” Russom told New Times. “All these kids are struggling.”

So Russom decided to put together something special to celebrate the graduates of 2020, something schools nationwide are trying to do. Central Coast high schools are hosting virtual and driveby graduation ceremonies, parents and teachers are putting up signs and displays in honor of the class of 2020, and businesses are offering discounts and specials to grads.

In Arroyo Grande, Russom and a group of donors, graphic designers, and school photographers created and put up nearly 50 customized banners celebrating Arroyo Grande High School’s graduating class all throughout town.

The banners, which went up around the village on May 18, were funded entirely by donations of both money and time and include the names and accomplishments of all 466 Arroyo Grande High School students graduating this year. Photos of graduates, teams, and clubs adorn some banners, while others include statistics about the class of 2020, from sports league wins to military and college commitments.

The community response has been intense, Russom said. Just hours after banners were put up, grads and their families were already wandering around the village looking at and taking photos with the banners. They’ll be up through the first week of June, when Arroyo Grande is slated to host a drive-through graduation.

“It’s been overwhelming,” Russom said.

“It’s hard for me to express how exciting this is.”

Laguna Middle School teacher Mila Vujovich-La Barre is organizing a grassroots effort to get a congratulatory sign up in the window or yard of every business and residence from June 1 to June 6. In a press release Vujovich-La Barre sent out on May 18, she wrote that the weeklong celebration would be a way to honor 2020 grads while spreading much-needed cheer countywide.

“This is our tie as residents and business owners of San Luis Obispo County to spread some joy,” she wrote.

Although Cal Poly’s spring 2020 commencement is postponed and the university has yet to announce any alternate plans, the Political Science Department is doing something of its own to celebrate its grads.

Lilliana Curtis is an administrative support coordinator in Cal Poly’s Political Science Department, and at the end of each

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CONGRATS GRADS Arroyo Grande Mayor Caren Ray Russom and a group of donors, graphic designers, and school photographers created and put up nearly 50 customized banners celebrating Arroyo Grande High School’s graduating class of 2020 throughout town on May 18.

year she helps organize the annual spring dinner and department commencement ceremony. She was especially disappointed that the dinner had to be canceled this year because it’s a great opportunity for graduating students to network with alumni and department heads.

“So it’s great for students to connect with these board members so that they have somebody on their sides,” Curtis told New Times.

Instead, Curtis is improvising. She’s putting together a video montage that will include photos of and statements from all 75 2020 political science grads.

She’ll send it out to alumni, staff, and students, while grads can send it to their family and friends. It’s just a little something, she said, to show the class of 2020 that they haven’t been forgotten.

“We really believe that we have stellar students in our program,” Curtis said.

Fast facts

• All Good, a Morro Bay-based company that produces and sells body care products, is now offering plant-based hand sanitizer gel and spray to help keep the community safe from COVID-19.

The company is also donating bottles of organic lotion and skin relief balm to local doctors and nurses, who may be struggling with dry and cracked hands as a result of increased hand washing. Visit allgoodproducts.com for more info.

• Atascadero’s Recreation Division is offering prizes to residents who take 10,000 steps every day for six weeks as part of its new 10,000 Steps a Day Challenge.

The challenge is an effort to keep everyone active and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. To register visit atascadero.org. Δ Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash wrote this week’s Strokes and Plugs. Send tidbits to strokes@newtimesslo.com.

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BY DC O’BRIEN

Disheartened and dismayed Acting in a way that makes other people safe seems like the right thing to do

O

ver the years, Americans determined that smoking in public spaces is unsafe for people who don’t smoke. As a result, smoking in shared public space is generally not allowed because the public has achieved consensus about smoking as a danger to public health. However, should one wish to endanger one’s own health by smoking in private, you are perfectly free to do so.

Years ago, driving drunk would get you a wrist slap. If you were driving drunk and killed someone, it would be considered an unfortunate accident like any other. Eventually, a bunch of mothers (MADD) got together and demanded that Washington open its blind eyes: Driving drunk is an incredible danger to public safety, and each driver has options and choices before him. He need not drive drunk. Therefore, in this country, driving drunk will get you a huge ticket and you will lose your license. Should you cause the death of another person while driving drunk, you’ll go to jail for manslaughter.

In this country, we’ve determined that wearing seatbelts saves lives. Once this knowledge entered into law, people still sometimes refused to wear a seatbelt because they said the belt made them sweat or wrinkled their clothes. Then the law began giving tickets to the noncompliant because why should the rest of us pay higher insurance rates for that person who went through the windshield when he refused to wear a seatbelt?

All of these latter-day rules impinge on

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our freedom to behave in a self-involved or unconscious way. And these safety rules also impinge on our entitlement to disrespect other people, or act in ways that cause a public danger. However, where we have been made aware of the actual science behind what we choose to do, we’ve come to collectively agree that it is better not to die. It is better not to hurt others. It is best not to shove one’s head through a windshield.

The difference between having a social conscience and believing in unregulated “freedom” is this: In the United States, when we are alone or with our familiars, we do what we want, freely and without fear of reprisal. However, in public spaces we acknowledge and obey the rules.

Yesterday was Memorial Day, and I watched a movie called Pearl Harbor.

During the December 1941 assault on Pearl Harbor, 1,700 sailors were killed by Japanese war planes; 1,100 civilians died with them—3,000 people: “A day that will live in infamy.”

Currently, Americans are living inside a pandemic where we—4 percent of the world’s population—are responsible for one-third of all COVID-19 cases worldwide. The cost of our folly is not only in human lives or a dented economy, there is a tremendous cost involved with taking care of all these sick people: morally, psychologically, financially, and also in the lives and liberty of our brave health care workers. Shall we not show them any respect at all?

Acting in a way that makes other people safe seems like the right thing to do.

The pandemic is real. No one can deny it.

The fact that we have lost 100,000 people (an undercount due to denial and a lack of appropriate testing) in less than four months should horrify everybody. We lost 3,000 people in one day on Dec. 7, 1941, and the entire country mourned and took up arms. We lost 3,000 people again, in one day, during 9/11, and the entire country mourned and went to war against terrorism.

Today, we are losing approximately 1,000 people every day to a disease—a relentless, mysterious illness that as yet cannot be conquered or cured, but which can be contained. By us. Yet Americans today appear more concerned with whether they can get their hair cut, or may be asked to wear a simple cloth face covering in Costco than they are about their neighbor’s life or death.

Color me: deeply disheartened. Δ DC O’Brien writes to New Times from Paso Robles. Send your comments through the editor clanham@newtimesslo.com or write a letter for publication and send it to letters@newtimesslo.com.

Letters People don’t get it

As I ventured out to see if it seemed safe. I was surprised to see how many people were not wearing masks or practicing social distancing. Even at retail stores, the sales people wore no masks. It looked like many think everything is OK. One women told me

she took vitamin C and believed in God, so she was not worried. How can this extremely contagious virus be stopped if adults keep acting like spoiled children?

Gary Thatcher Templeton

Heroes or victims

I was tuned into a weekly technology podcast about everything new from Zoombombing to what technology Walmart’s buying, and the conversation turned to face masks and how we were grateful that there are people out there still stocking shelves and running the checkouts.

These people are real heroes. One of the participants, someone who obviously could have worn a graying ponytail, objected quite emphatically and with a scowl on his face, declared that they were not heroes. They were victims.

I don’t know how you’d react, but I was stunned. He went on to say these poor people have no choice but to risk their lives every day. They have to go into work or starve. The government has made slaves of them to satisfy our needs. He went on to a screed of political hate only matched by— well, you know the people I’m talking about.

I don’t see the gal at the checkout who has had to quarantine herself from her grandchildren as a victim. True, some need to work due to their financial situation, but everyone still on the job that I have encountered has been very cordial, and they don’t seem to resent being there. I would venture that they feel they are going the extra mile to keep the many customers that come in supplied with the necessities to keep their lives going during the restrictions.

They always greet me with a “How are you?”

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ast summer, the California Coastal Commission finally said the obvious thing about the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area (ODSVRA).

It happened in the staff report for the Commission’s July 11, 2019, meeting in SLO. Here are several relevant passages that sum up the matter: • “In 1982, and because San Luis Obispo County at the time was proposing LCP [Local Coastal Plan] policies that would have prohibited OHV activity within ODSVRA, State Parks submitted an application for and the commission approved coastal development permit (CDP) 4-82-300 to define basic operational parameters for the park (most of which were purposefully only authorized temporarily and on an interim basis), and to set in motion a series of requirements to help resolve issues regarding the appropriate location and intensity of vehicular use at ODSVRA. These requirements were never fulfilled.”

• “ ... it has become clear to staff that the coastal resource issues and constraints affecting vehicular operations at the park are only becoming more acute, and have reached a point where it is simply not appropriate for the commission to continue to allow for use to continue as it has in the past.”

• “ ... it is time to start thinking about ways to transition the park away from highintensity OHV use to other less intensive forms of public access and recreation.”

The commission brought forth 15 “short-term/interim solutions” that State Parks needs to put in place first (which— surprise—it has largely refused to do, in addition to denying that the Coastal Commission even said the part about moving away from off-road vehicle use).

The commission noted that the “plan for ODSVRA to transition to other less

intensive uses … will necessarily take time.” But now, suddenly, the future is here. Off-highway vehicle activity has ceased on the Oceano Dunes.

Of course, the future won’t be here for long. The vehicle closure at Oceano Dunes is a brief window. The residents of Oceano suddenly have their beach back. Plovers are nesting without dodging—or failing to dodge—toy haulers and sand rails.

Sinking SUVs are not being removed from the mouth of Arroyo Grande Creek by tow trucks. And the crust that forms overnight on the surface of the dunes, binding the fine particles beneath, is not being pulverized and exposed by car tires every day, thus easily dispatched into the lungs of the residents of the Nipomo Mesa via both mild breezes and high winds. (To fully measure the impact of that last change, the vehicle closure would have to last long enough to allow the foredunes to naturally revegetate, restoring the soil-binding plants that were lost decades ago when off-road vehicles stripped them bare.)

And yet, the state Department of Parks and the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division, Gatsby style, are still endeavoring to beat on, boats against the current, back into the past. They have come up with a habitat conservation plan that proposes to shrink or eliminate habitat for the snowy plover and the least tern in order to open up more space for—wait for it—motorized vehicle recreation. You have until June 1 to let State Parks know they’re headed in the wrong direction.

Last summer, the Coastal Commission pointed to “other options that would make sense for both State Parks and the public … based on the park’s history in providing for and accommodating other forms of vehicular use that don’t have the same level of adverse impact on coastal resources as OHV use. For example,

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new, revive, to bring again into being.

Driving on the beach is not a recreational activity, it’s a destructive one. Memorial weekend proved that tourists will come to Oceano Beach even if they are not allowed to drive on it. The driving on it doesn’t make the beach. The beach itself is the main attraction. Now, imagine all of those people walking on Pier Avenue and stopping for ice cream and coffee on their way to the beach.

Imagine, a bike rental shop and people riding to the Train Depot Museum, the historical town of Halcyon, downtown Oceano for burritos or tacos. This is sustainable and healthy tourism: visitors giving back to the locals while respectfully enjoying the resources of their community. Please give Oceano a chance to flourish. Keep Oceano Beach vehicle-free!

Lucia Casalinuovo Oceano

I reply, “I’m doing great and I hope the same is with you,” and I add “I’m glad you’re here and I’m thankful the truckers are still on the job.”

But you know there are Debbie Downers that always look at things with a sour puss. They declare that everyone is a victim, and if you elect us we’ll lift the yoke of oppression from your back. You’ll need for nothing because Big Brother government has got your back.

I hope the lessons of these past months aren’t forgotten soon.

Jan Lipski Vandenberg Village

Give Oceano a chance During the last two months, the long and wide Oceano Beach has allowed hundreds of people to avoid the dangerously crowded Pismo and Avila beaches and still enjoy the beach while keeping the recommended social distance. On Memorial Day weekend, hundreds of people walked, rode their horses or bikes, played Frisbee and bocce, built castles, and engaged in all those peaceful activities that truly exemplify the history and etymology of the word recreation: the act of restoring, to make

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Do we really need to promote tourism?

How does everyone feel about promoting tourism in SLO County? It seems that our Board of Supervisors thinks it’s a grand idea. So much so that they even renewed a tourism tax on

street-legal vehicle camping on a limited portion of the beach.”

So we’re not seeing a perfect preview, since the coronavirus also shut down everything around the park. That means there’s no way to measure how vital offroad recreation is to the local economy by virtue of its absence, per the oft-cited “economic study,” aka the Oceano Dunes District-California State Parks Economic Impact Analysis Report 2016-17 and its dizzying claims of $243 million in economic benefits (and zero economic impacts) from the ODSVRA. Local civic boosters of the off-road playground should take a look at what Dr. Pratish Patel, associate professor at Orfalea College of Business at Cal Poly, had to say when he examined that study’s methodology and found that its idea of “random sampling” was “akin to asking only Republicans about their view of Trump,” it “inflates revenues by factoring in nonOHV visitors at Pismo State Beach and the Monarch Butterfly Grove… and exaggerates the expenditure spent in the district.”

Those of a certain age will recall that Scott Bakula spent five TV seasons leaping through spacetime “to correct historical mistakes,” per Wikipedia. Right now, it’s as if SLO County went ahead with those policies it was going to put in place in 1982 instead of falling for assurances that a coastal development permit would “resolve issues regarding the appropriate location and intensity of vehicular use at ODSVRA,” then went trudging down a path four decades long and paved with bad faith to find out that “these requirements were never fulfilled” and that State Parks would one day seek to benefit from its own bad faith by claiming that driving on the beach and off-roading in the dunes is the norm, so those environmental impacts can be ignored in its habitat conservation plan. Δ Andrew Christie is the director of the Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club.

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lodging businesses, the purpose of which is “to promote San Luis Obispo County as a tourism destination ... .” Maybe I am in the minority, but I’m thinking that this county and its natural beauty and existing attractions pretty much attract a sufficient number of tourists. More crowded roads, more air pollution, more crowded venues? Yep! Exactly what I’m sure each of us wants our supervisors to promote and tax us to accomplish! Shame on them!

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Tribes of American R espiratory droplets. They’re the little globs of moisture our mouths and noses expel when we’re breathing, talking, singing, coughing, sneezing, wheezing, and in the case of most politicians, bloviating.

Six feet social of distancing? Probably not enough! A sneeze can be expelled at 100 miles per hour and create 100,000 respiratory droplets. A cough: 50 miles per hour and 3,000 droplets. It’s science, baby! You’re welcome to your opinions, but facts are facts.

You’d think this information would be easily understood and universally accepted. To protect others from COVID-19, we should do all we can to protect one another from the respiratory droplets we all expel.

In one corner we have people willing to wear masks to protect their fellow citizens and front-line workers; in the other, selfproclaimed “patriots” who are certain masks do nothing. To them, demanding they wear a face mask is tantamount to tyranny, and if you succumb to the social pressure to wear one, you’re sheeple!

To the mask-wearers, refusing to wear a mask is irresponsible, rude, and potentially dangerous. It’s a signal that you literally don’t care about anyone but yourself. Which side you’re on is predictably tied to your politics. Liberal?

Mask! Conservative? No mask!

What amazes me is that even during

a pandemic, our hyper-partisan, überpolarized tribalism is unshakable. The United States of America may be 244 years old, but a third of us have the maturity of a hissy-fitting toddler.

In this week’s cover story, “Coronavirus split,” we lay out the political divide, which according to Republican Party of SLO County Chair Randall Jordan isn’t political at all.

“This is not a political thing. This is not a Republican-versus-Democrat thing at all,” Jordan claimed. “This is a freedom question; it’s a personal rights question.”

Oh! Personal rights! You’re basically saying you have the right to expel your COVID-y respiratory droplets on whomever you want, and people not being OK with that is taking away your right … to infect others? Hmm. I’m running through the Constitution and Bill of Rights in my head and damn if I’m not drawing a blank on where you have the right to be Typhoid Mary.

Jordan thinks the shelter-at-home orders and forced “non-essential” business closures were also infringing on personal liberties.

“The punishment, I won’t even say the requirements, the punishment that we are seeing with this shelter-at-home and the essential versus nonessential businesses—we feel that is way overblown for what is proven to be a very benign

pandemic,” Jordan said, without a hint of irony.

Hey Randy—can I call you Randy?— anyway, Randy, I’m guessing you don’t know any of the 100,000-and-counting dead Americans who think the pandemic isn’t exactly “benign.” Maybe you should talk to their families? You can explain your “benign pandemic” theory to them. I’m sure they’d find it fascinating. Maybe you could get real close to them and sort of scream it at them like those nice protesters yelling bare-faced into the faces of front-line workers guarding government buildings.

Sweet baby Jesus! Can we literally not agree on anything? The no-mask brigade also wants to question the 100,000-death count, which The New York Times recently estimated to be under-counted by about 30,000. I saw one Mensa candidate spewing his anti-mask fart theory on Facebook that if you can smell a fart through jeans and underwear that’s proof a cloth face mask can’t protect anyone from COVID-19.

Dude. Duderino. The dudester. I think you’re mixing up farting and sharting, bro. Let me break it down for you.

When you fart, you’re expelling a gas, called either flatus or intestinal gas, and when you shart, you’re expelling

liquid and solid fecal matter, sort of like big respiratory droplets, see? So when you wear jeans, you keep your shit in your pants, and when you wear a face covering, you keep your coronavirusridden respiratory droplets in your mask.

Basically, when you refuse to wear a mask, you’re saying you have a right to shit in my face. In fact, if you’d just keep your mouth shut (or your hands off the keyboard), people wouldn’t even know that you’re a total fricking moron.

Listen, put a damn mask on and quit being knuckle-dragging know-nothings whose maskless faces are telling everyone around you, “I can’t understand the concept of respiratory droplets because there’re too many syllables. I’m a fussy baby! I demand my right to be a big fat idiot. Oops! Did I just shart again?”

I get that this pandemic has been going on a long time and people are stir-crazy.

I get the sentiment that “I’m not sick and I’m not scared so I should be able to go out and do whatever I want, and if you’re sick or scared YOU stay home.” I totally get it. You want a haircut. You want to gather in groups. You want to buy new jeans because of that shart stain. Can you try just a little to be part of the solution?

When you’re out in public around other people, can you put on a face covering?

It won’t make you look like a sheeple; it’ll make you look like a functioning, empathetic adult. Δ The Shredder wears a mask because it’s a luchador! Send comments and suggestions to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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neighbors. When it became clear that COVID-19’s impact on SLO County residents would be different than other areas, some people questioned why they should continue to stay at home.

On April 26, the first protest took place in front of the SLO County Courthouse.

A small group of about 15 people wore face masks, stood the recommended 6 feet a part, and rallied for local officials to reopen the economy.

Dylan Neff created the event and said it was just a peaceful protest that anyone could attend. Neff said the “lockdown” was destroying more lives than it was saving.

“Everyone thinks they will die if they catch it. There is a fear campaign running, which has got people too scared to do anything,” he said.

It was time, he felt, that people’s voices be heard.

“We also have a president on our side

BY KAREN GARCIA • PHOTOS BY JAYSON MELLOM and many other experts and officials; that’s what gives us the confidence to do t started on March 2 with a slight “I think, ‘This is the United States.’ I this,” he said. tickle in Susan Robinson’s throat. thought we were better than this. I’m sort of Days before the local rally, on April Six days later, both she and her horrified and a little bit frightened,” she said. 17, President Trump encouraged rallies husband, Dave Robinson, started to feel Pandemic lockdown orders have protesting states’ shelter-at-home orders. sick. Their symptoms included fatigue, spawned protest rallies—with some “LIBERATE VIRGINIA, and save your loss of appetite, muscle aches, and residents fighting to reopen the economy— great 2nd Amendment. It is under siege!” rough coughing, and Susan said she had and controversy about wearing face masks. he tweeted. abdominal pain.

As people continue to adjust to a “new The sentiment began to echo.

Susan, a retired gynecologist, had a normal” that’s constantly changing, there In May, a second wave of protests hit the pulse oximeter in her home. The tool is a growing split in the way individuals Central Coast under the brand, “Stand for painlessly attaches to a fingertip to react to anything that has to do with the Freedom.” Coined as a movement to urge measure a person’s pulse rate and how virus now living among us. local officials to reopen the economy and much oxygen is in their body—also known allow people to go back to work, rallies as blood-oxygen saturation. According to were held in Paso Robles, SLO, Arroyo Fighting for freedom the Mayo Clinic, a normal reading is 95 Grande, Orcutt, and Santa Maria.

In mid-March, the coronavirus and its percent or greater, and anything below 90 Andy Caldwell, a Republican candidate impacts were relatively unknown in the percent is considered low.

U.S. When local officials asked residents to for the 24th congressional district, spoke “On the 16th, which was about two at three of the rallies, which ranged stay indoors due to a public health crisis, weeks into it, I was lying in bed and between 100 to 700 people. Attendees many community members were shocked. as I breathed out I could hear crackles, didn’t follow social-distancing guidelines, The goal was to curb community spread respiratory crackles. It wasn’t really and most didn’t wear face masks. of the virus, avoid overwhelming local wheezing, but it sounded like little “All jobs are essential,” one sign read. medical facilities, and reduce the number bubbles,” she said.

“Freedom over tyranny,” read another. of positive coronavirus cases overall.

Susan checked her blood-oxygen In late April, a Kaiser Family Businesses of all kinds, except those saturation levels, and they were at 17 Foundation poll reported that 80 percent deemed essential, temporarily closed percent. At that point, she had to take a of the public supported strict shelter-intheir doors to stop the spread of the breath every few words when she spoke. place policies to limit the coronavirus’ virus.

According to the state Employment She called her primary doctor, who spread, compared to just 19 percent who Development Department, California’s recommended she head to the nearest said measures pose unnecessary burdens. unemployment rate rose from 3.9 percent emergency room—Twin Cities Hospital.

“Majorities of Republicans (61 percent), Upon arrival, Susan told the medical staff in February to 5.3 percent in March to independents (84 percent), and Democrats 15.5 percent in April. her symptoms. They did a chest X-ray, (94 percent) support the shelter-in-place As the days went on, SLO County checked her white blood cell count. orders, though four in 10 Republicans (38 had a lower positive case count than its Susan said the staff didn’t seem percent) say such orders do alarmed about her case, but she’d never more harm than good,” the felt so sick in her adult life. She went report stated. home the same day.

On May 8, 5th District On the day SLO County enforced its SLO County Supervisor shelter-at-home order, March 19, Susan Debbie Arnold made the turned 74 years old and she received short walk from the County a positive test result for the novel Government Center to coronavirus. the ReOpen SLO County Twin Cities called Susan to ask that her rally after a special board husband get tested for the virus, too. Dave meeting. tested positive. They were the county’s No. “I went across the street 10 and 11 positive cases for COVID-19. to listen to my constituents, The Robinsons don’t know how they but I also went so they knew became infected. With no history of travel I was there to support their or contact with people who were either sick concerns,” Arnold said. or had traveled, Susan said it must be that They feel alarmed at they acquired it through the community. the situation the virus has Today, Susan feels 100 percent, but caused, she said. People Dave still has a slight pain when he takes are concerned that their a deep breath. constitutional freedoms Post-infection, the Robinsons have are being taken away decided to stay home for the time being. and frustrated with poor Susan signed up for the medical reserve state leadership, she said. corps, made cloth masks to donate to Business owners want to the community, and decided to wear open their storefronts, and a mask herself if she needs to run an churchgoers want to attend essential errand. their houses of worship.

Her experience with the virus, “A lot of the people that she said, helps her understand the are taking time out to go to potential severity of it. What she doesn’t a rally like that are really LOOKING OUT Susan and Dave Robinson suffered understand is how something that can concerned about their harsh symptoms from COVID-19, and it changed their freedoms, whatever those affect everyone and anyone has divided perspective on the virus. freedoms are, and they have the community, state, and country.

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all different reasons and freedoms they’re trying to protect,” Arnold said.

She said the virus has been given more attention than any other seasonal influenza.

“It was amazing the degree to which [SLO County] prepared, but we are prepared to care for coronavirus patients.

I think we need to be paying equal attention now to the economy,” she said.

Reacting to a virus

The increasing number of low-income individuals who are losing their jobs due to COVID-19 is one of the reasons Santa Barbara County 4th District Supervisor Peter Adam said the economy should reopen.

He said the public health community is doing untold damage by having people wait for their signal that all is well and life can resume. Adam also questioned the way Santa Barbara’s public health officials have informed the community about the number of positive coronavirus tests, active cases, and deaths.

“They’re not interested in giving exculpatory information. They’re more interested, in my opinion, in keeping everybody’s hair on fire,” he said.

As of May 26, Santa Barbara County reported 580 confirmed community cases of the virus, with 463 who had fully recovered and 98 active cases. Of those, 27 were in the hospital and 10 were in the ICU. The federal prison in Lompoc, which is counted separately from the county, had 971 confirmed cases with 881 fully recovered. So far, 12 people have died from the virus. The majority of the cases outside of the prison have been in Santa Maria with 254 positive cases, 191 of which have recovered, and three deaths.

Instead of providing large-numbered statistics, Adam said officials should be giving the community percentages of the impacts.

To date, the city of Paso Robles has the highest number of positive test cases within SLO County, with a total of 107 out of the county’s 258 confirmed cases, as of press time. The total confirmed cases are a cumulation of positive tests that date back to March.

Paso Robles Mayor Steve Martin said he asked the county why there seems to be prevalence of cases in his city, and the response showed it was due to two areas: a community living situation and an outbreak in a large extended family. Once there is widespread coronavirus testing, Martin said, the community will have a truer picture of what the relative infection levels are across the county.

The longer people are asked to shelter at home, the mayor said, the more irritated everyone becomes because it’s changed the way people live their lives.

“People have different levels of trust and different levels of understanding of how government works and how viruses work. And they react based on their understanding, which is all they can do,” he said.

Generally, Martin said, human beings want simple answers. If there’s a problem, here’s a solution and move on.

“Unfortunately, the situation we’re in right now does not lend itself to simple solutions. We are just going to have to day by day balance this physical-healthversus-fiscal-health situation,” he said.

With the guidance of the state, SLO and Santa Barbara counties are both making reopening plans that reflect public health concerns and updated data regarding COVID-19’s presence in the community.

“We’re going to row our way upstream out of this, but we need to be rowing together to make that work,” Martin said.

FREEDOM FIGHTERS SLO County 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold (left) said that residents who attended the ReOpen SLO County rally were concerned that their “constitutional freedoms are being assaulted.”

Political virus

SLO County Democratic Party Chair Rita Casaverde believes that a message of togetherness is lacking nationwide.

She said she’s been following the spread of the virus in other countries since the beginning of 2020 and watching how their leaders reacted.

“In our view, it really comes from the top down. We are seeing entire nations that have had a different response, that have not pulled politics in front of science,” she said.

She gave a speech from Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra as an example, although she said he’s not a perfect example.

“The president went on live TV and gave an address to the nation and said, ‘We are a culture that cares about our family and to tackle this crisis we have to take care for our family. The difference is this time our family is not just our brothers and sisters, parents, or cousins.

Right now our family is the country,’” Casaverde said.

“When you talk to a country like that from day one,” she explained, “you don’t leave much space for other thoughts because you’ve brought everyone together and you show them what the path to success is like.”

In the U.S., Casaverde said, Trump downplayed the threat of the virus early on, claiming “the media” and Democrats were trying to use it for political gain. His tone shifted as the number of U.S. cases increased, although he has stated several times that the U.S. has “everything under control.”

Casaverde said it feels like it’s a “you against them” situation when it comes to the policies, restrictions, and general views of COVID-19. But the divide on the Central Coast and the nation has more layers than the pandemic.

People are divided now for the same reasons people have been divided for the last four years, Casaverde said.

But Republican Party of SLO (RPSLO) County Chair Randall Jordan said the group doesn’t see coronavirus as a political issue.

“This is not a political thing. This is not a Republican-versus-Democrat thing at all. This is a freedom question; it’s a personal rights question,” Jordan said.

Jordan said that the initial goals of shelter-at-home orders have already been met by the greater community.

“The punishment, I won’t even say the requirements, the punishment that we are seeing with this shelter-at-home and the essential versus nonessential businesses—we feel that is way overblown for what is proven to be a very benign pandemic,” Jordan said.

As of press time, SLO County had a

total of 259 positive coronavirus test cases. Three patients were in the hospital, 21 patients were at home in isolation, and 234 have recovered. One person in SLO County has died from COVID-19.

The county’s population, Jordan said, is relatively small and has done a good job of preparing local medical facilities in the event there is an uptick in coronavirus cases. But as of now, RPSLO believes the county should be further along in its reopening phase.

“I don’t think we should open up the floodgates. I think we should be thoughtful in the way we do open up the county, but people need to start getting back to work and out in the sunshine,” he said.

In mid-May, RPSLO adopted a resolution calling for Gov. Gavin Newsom to end the statewide lockdown immediately.

“The only reason that we’re taking up the mantle as a Republican Party is because we’re seeing a direct violation to our rights, and we want to stand for our Constitution,” Jordan said. “We feel that that’s one of the only things that separates us from the rest of the world is we’ve got the greatest form of government in the history of man.”

Right or wrong?

To stop community spread of the virus, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people wear face coverings in public settings, keep a 6-foot distance, and wash their hands.

“Your cloth face covering protects them.

Their cloth face covering protects you,” a CDC slogan states.

But individuals on the Central Coast and across the nation can’t seem to agree

on whether to cover their mouth and nose with a piece of cloth. Some have embraced it while others say there isn’t a law that makes them wear one and they’re not sick, so why should they?

The World Health Organization recommends that “healthy individuals” should only wear a mask if they’re taking care of a person infected with the virus.

If a person is coughing or sneezing, the organization also recommends it.

Locally, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department issued an order that temporarily requires the use of face coverings to slow the spread of the virus.

According to the order, which went into effect on May 26 and extends through June 30, “A significant portion of individuals with COVID-19 are asymptomatic and can transmit the virus to others through coughing, sneezing, or talking. Face coverings have the potential to slow the spread of the virus by limiting the spread of respiratory droplets.”

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department stated that all individuals, unless an exception applies, must wear a face covering: when inside of or in line to enter any and all businesses; when using public transportation, a private car service, or a ride-sharing vehicle, and drivers must wear a face covering; and all businesses must require employees, contractors, owners, and volunteers to wear a face covering at the workplace There are a few exceptions, including those who work alone, children under 13 years old, and people who face a medical risk if they wear a mask.

In SLO County, wearing a mask is recommended in a situation when 6-foot distancing is not possible. At a May 8 press briefing, SLO County Public Health Officer Dr. Penny Borenstein said there isn’t enough absolute information about the utility of a mask as a prevention measure. If made properly, used properly, and cleaned properly, cloth masks are an alternative to N95 masks.

“It may be beneficial. It also, in some regards, may be harmful and thus the county has taken a position of it being a recommendation,” Borenstein said. “It remains something that we would look to if our situation were to worsen as an additional mitigation measure that might provide some additional protection.”

During a May 1 press briefing, Borenstein said there are a number of reasons the masks could be harmful.

“It could be harmful to some people who can’t wear a mask. It could be harmful because some of the materials that are used, some of the textiles are made with formaldehyde. It could be harmful from the perspective of a false sense of security,” she said.

Wearing a mask has created two

PERSONAL CHOICE SLO County officials have left it up to the individual and the business owner to decide whether wearing a face mask is a requirement.

camps: those who feel wearing one is responsible and a sign of respect for others, and those who find wearing a mask is a sign of following the crowd without thinking for one’s self.

On May 19, New Times posted the story, “Pismo Beach passes ordinance requiring face coverings in businesses,” to its Facebook page.

In response, Facebook user Margot Henry posted: “So pleased to hear this. I love Pismo Beach and feel the residents deserve to be protected. Good job passing this ordinance! I pledge to wear a mask while visiting businesses.”

Michelle Zamora also commented, saying, “Still not going to wear one!!”

Zamora included a photo of sheep with the caption, “Sheeple. Don’t know why we follow, we just do!”

As nonessential businesses begin curbside pickup and restaurants open their doors for dine-in services, it’s up to each SLO County business owner to require face masks in their establishment or not.

In mid-April, Lopez Lake Marina saw a surge of visitors from the Central Coast and areas outside of the county, escaping the heat. Summer Scott, general manager of the lake’s restaurant, store, and boat rentals, said it was an overall positive experience to be a part of visitors’ recreational joy.

At the time, the marina business requested that patrons wear a mask in order to enter the establishment.

“The worry of the owner of the marina store, restaurant, and rentals is that we don’t want to pass [the virus] along to someone else, and we don’t want to be the reason why it got passed along to somebody else,” she said.

While many visitors wore masks in the store and restaurant for pickup, others didn’t, she said.

“It’s just that people are blatantly disregarding and disrespecting others around them. It’s not all about them, you’ve got to consider other people and what they’re going through as well and how they’re feeling,” Scott said.

View from inside

During her Zoom interview with New Times, Susan Robinson sat in a room backdropped by books. At one point, her husband, Dave, and their dog walked by.

“I recognize that for me and my husband, you know, we have a plot of land, two dogs, and our situation could not be more perfect,” Susan said.

She said she doesn’t mind being home during this time. She has plenty to do and never seems to get bored.

“I can’t finish all the things that I have every day on my to-do list, and everybody else is talking about binging on Netflix,” she said with a laugh. “I think, ‘Where do you find the time?’”

If she were in a different situation, for example, married to an abusive husband with four young children and living in a two-bedroom apartment, Susan said she’d feel very differently.

“That really underscores the awful divide in this country between privilege and nonprivilege,” she said.

The divisive reactions to the virus that Susan and her husband survived—and the resulting restrictions, policies, and guidelines—has shed a light on so many of the deep problems in this country, she said. Issues like racism, income inequality, and lack of equal medical care.

“We’re not acting like a country. This is not ‘e pluribus unum.’ We’re just pluribus,” she said. Δ Reach Staff Writer Karen Garcia at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com.

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SHINE ON

The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) invites the community to view its exhibition, Fake News (originally scheduled to run through April 26 before the shelter-in-place order), virtually for free on the museum’s website. The exhibit includes satirical paintings by local artist Mark Bryan (pictured). Visit sloma.org to see the show, as well as an eight-minute personal tour of the exhibit with Bryan himself.

—Caleb Wiseblood FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF SLOMA

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CALL FOR ARTISTS: THRU THE LENS III Opening date for submissions to this juried photography exhibit is April 1, 2020. Chuck Jennings serves as judge. Please see prospectus on the exhibit schedule online. Through June 15 Varies. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org.

Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

ROOTED AND RISING: A BOOK DISCUSSION Rooted and Rising draws together stories from people of a wide range of different faith perspectives about how they keep themselves encouraged and hopeful in a time of climate crisis. This is a Zoom meeting (call for meeting ID). May 28, 2 p.m. and June 4, 2 p.m. Free. stbenslososos.org. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos, 805-528-0654.

SAFETY IN THE SHADE: ART BY SARA J. FRANTZ San Luis Obispo-based multimedia artist Sara J. Frantz is the gallery’s next featured artist. Frantz is an Associate Professor at Cal Poly, where she teaches studio art courses. June 6-July 1 Left Field Gallery, 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, 805-305-9292, leftfieldgallery.com.

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FREE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ART CLASSES (ONLINE) Check the foundation’s site for various classes offered, for ages 5 to 18. Through Oct. 31 Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles, 805-238-5825, pryaf.org.

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CALL FOR ARTISTS: LIBRARY CARD A call for artists to have an original art piece featured on the 2021 library cards. We are asking that there be a literary connection to the artwork submitted. Recognition of the artist will be on the library card. Check site or call for details. Through June 15 San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

CALL FOR ARTISTS: A DIGITAL ART SALON The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) will be hosting A Digital Art Salon from Sept. 4 through Nov. 1 in partnership with the Digital Art Group. This juried exhibition will feature the diverse artwork being created by contemporary California digital artists. Through July 3 805543-8562. artist.callforentry.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

CALL FOR ENTRIES: DIGITAL SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA)

will be hosting the first Digital Shorts Film Festival on Sept. 26 in partnership with the Digital Art Group. This one-night-only event will feature digital shorts by artists from across California. Through July 3 805-543-8562. sloma.org/call_for_artists/digital-shorts/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

Kit anytime from 1 to 5 p.m. on week days. Kits include canvas, paints, and brushes to follow along with the artist on Facebook. May 29, 11 a.m. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.

Kit anytime from 1 to 5 p.m. on week days. Kits include canvas, paints, and brushes to follow along with the artist on Facebook. May 29, 6 p.m. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.

WINE AND DESIGN VIRTUAL CLASSES Check

THE INTERMISSION SHOW This brisk 8- to

CALL FOR ARTISTS (GRADES 4-12): NEW CHILDREN’S BOOK This art contest will give students an opportunity create illustrations for a bilingual children’s book that will depict local landmarks. Students are to create their illustration on a paper template entry form.

All illustrations shall be created using colored pencils only. Through Sept. 25 Abel Maldonado Community Youth Center, 600 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

10-minute show is set up like a socially distanced talk show with SLO Rep’s Managing Artistic Director Kevin Harris at the helm, clad in a tacky suit and tie with a faux alcoholic drink nearby. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 3 p.m. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440, slorep.org/.

VIRTUAL ART GALLERY Every Friday, we publish our Virtual Art Gallery to our blog and newsletter. Featuring artworks from customers and the community. Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.wordpress. com/category/gallery-exhibits/virtual-gallery/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

VIRTUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION This year, the Cuesta College Harold J Miossi Student Exhibition went online. View student work, including the Salon des Refuses, on the website. Mondays-Sundays hjmgallery2020studentshow.org/. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-546-3202.

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TEACHER AND STUDENT GRANTS Since the program’s start in 2004, the Clark Center has provided more than $150,000 in scholarships and grants to students and teachers. Grant applications are due June 30. Through June 30 Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, 805-4899444, clarkcenter.org.

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ABK VIRTUAL STUDIO: LOVE LOOKING OUT Online reservations are required. Pick up your Take Home Paint

PCPA: ACTORS TALKBACK Streams live on PCPA’s Instagram every Thursday and spotlights a different thespian guest each week. Hosted by Erik Stein.

Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Free. pcpa.org. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313.

PCPA READS AT HOME A literacy project that uses our students’ learning to serve children and parents who are learning at home. Co-hosted by Allan Hancock College and the Santa Maria-Bonita School District to bring a love of stories and language to people right in their homes. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

SMPL VALLEY READS BOOK CLUB The Valley Reads Book club meets very month on the fourth Tuesday (now over the phone). Interested community members should email jgaytan@cityofsantamaria.org to join. ongoing 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

TECH TALKS: LIVE ON INSTAGRAM Every Tuesday sit down with one of our technical staff and learn about the ins and outs of their craft. Get the exclusive with our host Erik Stein. Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

VIRTUAL STUDIO: STRONGER TOGETHER Online reservations are required. Pick up your Take Home Paint

New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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Wine and Design’s Orcutt website for the complete list of virtual classes online, for various ages. ongoing Varies. wineanddesign.com/orcutt. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.

WORKSHOPS VIA ZOOM Sara Curran Ice, PCPA’s Technical Theatre Program Coordinator/Designer, is conducting Workshops via Zoom for local high school drama students. Check site or call for more info. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

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20/20: A RETROSPECTIVE This spring, the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature will mark its 20th anniversary with a special exhibition celebrating the Museum’s 20year history in the Santa Ynez Valley. View the exhibit online. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Sept. 7 805-688-1082. wildlingmuseum.org/ news/2020-retrospective. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang.

A MIGHTY OAK: PERMANENT EXHIBIT ONLINE Depicts the habitat around a Valley oak–one of the largest and old trees found in our area. View the artwork online. ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION The theme of this competition’s latest recurrence is Critters of the Tri-County Region, as applicants are encouraged to submit photos of all forms of wildlife—land and sea mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects—so long as they are found within the counties of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, or Ventura. Through July 6 Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

REMEMBERING BUD BOTTOMS: A LEGACY OF ART AND ACTIVISM This online exhibit features

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sea life sculpture works by the Santa Barbara artist locally-renowned for his iconic Dolphin Family sculpture installed at the base of Stearns Wharf. Through Sept. 22 Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

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landscapes by George Rose. View online. ongoing Free.

Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

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Dec. 15 Free. 805-570-0620. Santa Maria Airport, 3249 Terminal Dr., Santa Maria.

SOLVANG SCHOOL: INSPIRED BY NATURE View the exhibit online. Features photography by 29 Solvang School Yearbook and Media students. The students, grades 7 – 8, were inspired by philosopher Henry David Thoreau’s quote: “All good things are wild and free.” ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.

STARRY NIGHTS: VISIONS OF THE NIGHT SKY (VIRTUAL TOUR) Celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty

PIONEER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARDS: PICK-UP A digital copy of the awards program (held virtually on May 26) will also be available (call or email for details). May 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. smjuhsd.org. Pioneer Valley High School, 675 Panther Dr., Santa Maria.

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GOOD MORNING LOMPOC The show is hosted by

and mystery of the night across a range of media, including painting and photography, as well as poetry curated by Dan Gerber. View the exhibit online. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through June 15 Free. 805-688-1082. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang.

Lompoc locals Michelle and Jeremy Ball, who aim to keep the community connected while staying home at the same time. Episodes are also available to watch on YouTube after they’re streamed live. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m. Facebook, Online, Inquire for Facebook address.

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NAWBO CCC PRESENTS: WILL THE REAL INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR PLEASE STAND UP? Our speaker will address the challenging question facing employers in California, “Do I have employees or independent contractors?” She will also talk about the Dynamex Decision, as it has become known, which applies a standard that presumes all workers are employees instead of contractors. June 5, 11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m. 800-556-2926. eventbrite.com.

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ONLINE GENTLE YOGA Using traditional yoga moves as well as active and resistant stretching and moves from the foundation training method, we create a healthy back a flexible body and increase our lung capacity to try to chew breathing exercises; all in the privacy of your own home. Mondays-Thursdays, 10:45 a.m.-noon through June 12 $5 per session. 415-516-5214. Online (Location address included), 1297 13th Street, Los Osos.

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CONTINUING TAI CHI ONLINE Continuing Tai Chi covers the completion of the 40 form, further refining basics. For returning students and anyone with Tai Chi experience and brave beginners. Mondays, Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15 a.m. through June 10 $36. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. Online, 1500 Lizzie Street, San Luis Obispo.

MEDITATION, BREATHWORK, AND GRATITUDE PRACTICE: LIVE ON ZOOM This class will support you and help you stay vital during these uncertain times. Practices include breathing techniques to calm the nervous system, guided meditation for balanced relaxation, mantra practice to calm the mind, and tips to help you cultivate and maintain a home practice.

Wednesdays, 12-12:45 p.m. through Sept. 16 $10 for SLO Botanical Garden members/$15 for non-members.

805-540-1762. eventbrite.com. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

METABOLIC CONDITIONING We use primarily our own body weight in this interval training class to run through exercises and drills to raise the heart rate, condition our muscles, and stay flexible. This advanced class also incorporates hand weights and sand bags, if you have them. MondaysThursdays, 8:15-9:15 a.m. $72. 415-516-5214. ae.slcusd.org. Online, 1500 Lizzie Street, San Luis Obispo.

MORRO BAY FARMERS MARKET A delightful mix of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Thursdays, 2-4:30 p.m. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, 928-350-5960, facebook.com/ MorroBayMainStreetFarmersMarket/.

A brief story, fifty-five words or less, with a headline no longer than seven words.

Entries for this year’s contest are due by 5pm on Monday, June 8, 2020.

The winning stories will be published on July 9, 2020.

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DRIVE THRU FRIDAYS IN TIN CITY Join us and all your Tin City favorites every Friday for curbside booths and social distancing fun. We have everything for your quarantine cooking, including the freshest olive oils and more. Fridays, 12-5 p.m. through May 29 Free. 805-2274223. Olivas de Oro in Tin City, 2989 B Limestone Way, Paso Robles, olivasdeoro.com.

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TED ED: A VIRTUAL WINE TASTING WITH ED PLEMONS A virtual tasting experience. These bottles were carefully chosen by Plemons himself. Take this opportunity to ask him all of your burning questions about this delicious selection of wine and more. May 29, 4-5 p.m. $275. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805.239.1730.

VINA ROBLES WIN-WIN: 20-20 SITEWIDE SALE Patrons get 20% off of 6 and more bottles; Vina Robles gives 20% to SLO Food Bank. Free curbside pickup; $10 flat rate shipping within California; regular rates apply to addresses in other states. Visit site for more info.

Through May 31 Varies; 20% of proceeds benefit SLO Food Bank. 805-227-4812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

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SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.

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RESTORATIVE FLOW YOGA ON ZOOM Join us for a 60-minute Restorative Flow Yoga Class.

Pre-registration is required.Payment to be made online only at this time. Zoom meeting info will be included in your registration confirmation email. Mondays, 4-5:15 p.m. through June 1 $15. themondayclubslo.org. The Monday Club, 1815 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-541-0594.

STRENGTH FOR 55+ We begin the session in the Static Back position, then progress onto movements, using primarily our body weight.

We perform a variety of exercises to maintain function, balance, and mobility. Strength will be enhanced with and without the use of hand weights. Mondays-Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. through June 11 $72. 415-516-5214. ae.slcusd. org. Online, 1500 Lizzie Street, San Luis Obispo.

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WILSHIRE HOSPICE ONLINE VOLUNTEER TRAINING The work of Hospice continues during this challenging time and the need for volunteers continues. The first-ever ZOOM-based Hospice Volunteer Training begins May 19. Classes will be held through Zoom, secure links will be sent to each participant for each session. May 28, 10 a.m.-noon Free. 805-547-7025 ext 2021. Wilshire Hospice, 277 South St., suite R, San Luis Obispo.

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BIZ MASTERS TOASTMASTERS TUESDAYS: ZOOM Learn more about Toastmasters, prepare for ‘Your Competitive Future’, and improve your communication and leadership skills. Zoom Meeting ID: 317 198 472 (Password: 630). Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. through

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The San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre presents new episodes of The Intermission Show every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, starting at 3 p.m. each day. Kevin Harris (pictured), the company’s managing artistic director, plays an anxious talk show host during this comedic YouTube series. Visit slorep.org for more details.

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from the Schooners Deck. Tune into our virtual happy to hear some great music and watch the sunset.

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos, 805-995-3883, schoonerscayucos.com.

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RSVP XXV: EPISODE I-LOOSE ENDS (VIDEO) Marking the 25th anniversary of RSVP and the departure of its founder and artistic director, Antonio G. Barata.

The transmedia series picks up where last year’s left off: in a combination of music, costume, dance, and video editing. June 4, 7:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/rsvp/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-2406.

RSVP XXV: EPISODE II-A CLOSER LOOK (VIDEO) Marking the 25th anniversary of RSVP and the departure of its founder and artistic director, Antonio G. Barata. The transmedia series picks up where last year’s left off: in a combination of music, costume, dance, and video editing. June 5, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-2406.

RSVP XXV: EPISODE III-THE MOMENT OF TRUTH (VIDEO) Marking the 25th anniversary of

RSVP and the departure of its founder and artistic director, Antonio G. Barata. The transmedia series picks up where last year’s left off: in a combination of music, costume, dance and video editing. June NORTH COAST SLO COU NT Y 6, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free; donations accepted. music.

VIRTUAL HAPPY HOUR: LIVE MUSIC BY RACHEL calpoly.edu/calendar/rsvp/. Cal Poly Davidson Music SANTA CRUZ Live music streamed every Wednesday Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-2406.

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SLO BREW AND ERNIE BALL PRESENT TOGETHER SLO A live

CENTRAL COAST NEW TECH HIGH SCHOOL GRAD

stream benefi t series supporting local creators of SLO. Features live music by Resination, Shawn Clark, Chris Beland, Wordsauce, Bear Market Riot. May 31, 12-7 p.m. slohouseparty.com. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805543-1843.

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Through hard work and perseverance you’ve earned three Associates Degrees, with Honors, Alpha Gamma Sigma.

Daniel’s Associates Degrees include: Behavioral Science with a Psychology Concentration, as well as Legal Studies with both a Social Science, and Business Concentration.

Daniel would like to thank his beautiful wife Ashley, son Cash, father Dan Sr., and EVERYONE who helped make this day possible.

DO YOU HAVE A CAREER OPPORTUNITY? Please contact Daniel for a complete resume at DanEister@yahoo.com 14 • New Times • May 28 - June 4, 2020 • www.newtimesslo.com

MASQUERADE

The Elverhoj Museum of History and Art in Solvang premiered its latest online exhibition, The Art of Face Masks, on May 15. This group show reunites several artists from the museum’s 2019 exhibit, The Art of Dress, including Georganne Alex, Carole Coduti, Gwen Samuels, and others. Visit artoffacemasks.com to view the show for free. The museum also hosts its first Live Artist Interview on Instagram on June 3, starting at 4 p.m. Call (805) 686-1211 or email info@elverhoj.org for more info.

—C.W.

perform during this live stream hosted by the Basin Street Regulars. May 31, 2 p.m.

805-937-8402. pismojazz.com. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach.

HOT SWINGIN’ JAZZ: LIVE STREAM The Creole Syncopators will be featured in a live stream performance. The Basin Street Regulars is hosting live stream events at its regularly scheduled concert dates and times until the restrictions on the Pismo Beach Veteran’s Hall are lifted. First Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. and May 31, 2-4 p.m. through July 5 Donation suggested.

805-937-8402. pismojazz.com. Pismo Beach Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach. Δ

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BY GLEN STARKEY

We’re in this together Five local bands stream a fundraising concert for five local businesses

PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRIS BELAND

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ow that we’re in Phase 2 (Was there a Phase 1? If so, I must have missed it), the possibility of live music is getting tantalizingly closer, but we’re not there yet.

Who knows? Three incubating weeks from now we might find ourselves in another COVID-19 uptick after the out-of-town Memorial Day throngs wiped their noses all over the Central Coast. For now, we have to make do with more livestreaming events, but I do see one positive in all this.

A lot of bands are getting really good at producing online shows, and even after The ’rona is a distant memory, I’m hoping we’ll see bands using this technology into the future. Think how many times you wanted to see two or three different shows on the same night! Maybe in the future you can go to one and watch the other two the next day on the interwebs.

This Sunday, May 31, SLO Brew, Ernie Ball, Big Big SLO, and the Community Roots Project are teaming up to bring you Together SLO, the biggest local streaming event of the pandemic! We’re talking five great bands playing livestreams to raise funds for five worthy local businesses. All you need to do is tune in, sit back, lean forward a little, hit the donate button, lean back again, get another beer, hit that donate button one more time, and pretend you’re in SLO Brew among a crowd of fellow live music lovers. Yes, you can smoke inside. It’s your house, bro.

The event is scheduled for noon to 7 p.m., starting off with country act The Shawn Clark Family Band playing to benefit Central Coast Music of Morro Bay. Clark’s a helluva songwriter and has a terrific voice, and he surrounds himself with amazing players!

After a brief intermission as the bands switch over, Chris Beland plays at 1:30 p.m. If I’m informed correctly, he’ll be playing in a duo format with his daughter, Harmony, in an act they call Gold Oceans.

This show’s going to be a charmer!

They’re playing for Arroyo Grande’s Éclair Bakery. Mmm. Baked goods.

After another short break, starting at 3 p.m., power duo Bear Market Riot takes the stage to benefit Arroyo Grande’s Lightning Joe’s Guitar Heaven. These guys are awesome—percussive, propulsive, and foot-stomping fun. They sing great together!

Next up is Wordsauce playing for Headstrong Fit starting at 4:30 p.m. The live instrument hip-hop ensemble is one of the best live bands in the county. They’ve also made some killer videos. Go online and check out “She Don’t Know,” which was shot in BarrelHouse Brewing Company’s SLO Town speakeasy-like taproom, or “Rollin,” shot on the county’s rural roads.

Last but not least, see local reggae legends Resination starting at 6 p.m. to benefit SLO’s Boo Boo Records. Fronted by Vance

PLAYING FOR LIGHTNING JOE’S GUITAR HEAVEN Power duo Bear Market Riot streams on May 31 as part of Together SLO, which you can watch on Big Big SLO’s SLO House Party website.

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masses, and it’s a wisdom bomb: “This is a difficult time for everyone. We have all been quarantining for a very long time.

People are frustrated and this is testing everyone’s mental fortitude. Stay strong.

Some people are looking to distract and divide other people. It’s important to stay positive, look for the truth, and exercise empathy, even when it’s inconvenient.

Especially when it’s inconvenient.”

Go fund the workers

PLAYING FOR ÉCLAIR BAKERY Chris Beland and his daughter, Harmony, will play a livestream concert from the SLO Brew stage on May 31 as part of Together SLO, supporting local businesses.

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PLAYING FOR HEADSTRONG FIT Wordsauce is one of five acts streaming May 31 to benefit local small businesses.

Fahie, this soulful roots band delivers socially conscious deep grooving reggae.

“Access to the livestream comes at no cost, though viewers are encouraged to donate to their favorite bands, which will be dispersing a portion of profits to sponsor community businesses affected by the COVID-19 shutdown,” SLO Brew explained. “Charlie Puffer, owner at Puffer’s of Pismo Wine Bar, will be emceeing the event and prompting live donations. Ernie Ball has generously donated strings and accessories to be given out in contests leading up to and during the event. The SLO Brew Rock events team has partnered with Simulacra Visual and Slaydar Collective to bring a high-quality livestream to any living room from the main stage at SLO Brew Rock. To donate and enjoy local music on this small-business appreciation day visit slohouseparty.com.”

The Basin Street Regulars continue with their livestream concerts this Sunday, May 31, when they present The Creole Syncopators at 2 p.m. on their Facebook page. This organization usually host hot jazz shows at the Pismo Vets Hall, but as Charlie Blair explained, “For the foreseeable future, [the concert] will be livestreamed in view of the current COVID-19 restrictions. Donations will be accepted during this event at paypal.me/ BasinStreetRegulars. Learn more about the organization at pismojazz.com.

Quarantunes redux

Just as live music has been shut down, so have the incomes of a lot of workers who used to take care of you as you watched a show. One band knows their pain.

“Our band, High Voltage, is running a fundraiser to help the employees of The Siren in Morro Bay,” Ray Rocha wrote.

“This venue, along with very few others, are the only stages where our local talent can really shine. They’ve been very good to us. We’re talking bartenders, sound engineers, lighting techs, servers, and all the important people who make this awesome live music venue tick.”

How’s that for charity! Here’s an amazing AC/DC tribute band that hasn’t been able to work for two months, but instead of asking for money for themselves, they’re thinking of others.

On the gofundme.com page for The Siren, the band wrote, “We at High Voltage, like many other bands, were affected directly by the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down music venues across the United States. We lost temporarily a line of revenue and the opportunity to do what we love the most: performing live shows for AC/DC fans.

We feel fortunate that we can survive the economic impact of the shutdowns, but we’re also worried about the small businesses that always supported our band, more importantly, the people that work behind the stage, the cooks that provide you with the food, the bartenders that serve your drinks, the sound man, the bouncer, and the list goes on. Please feel free to donate what you can and share it with your friends. All the proceeds are going to the employees that are waiting home to go back to work. Stay safe, and we cannot wait until we see you again at The Siren for a High Voltage show!” ∆

Back in March, I told you about Four Day Beard’s new record Somnium and how their album release concert got canceled due to the coronavirus (“What are they up to now?” March 26, 2020). Well, for the last several weeks they’ve been posting “quarantine solo acoustic versions of one of our songs every Wednesday on Four Day Beard’s Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube accounts and will continue for the next six weeks, possibly more,” the band wrote.

These are great versions! Intimate, Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey warm, and inviting. at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

“We also have a new socialPHOTO COURTESY OF FOUR DAY BEARD distancing music video in the works for ‘Chasing Birds,’ the first single on our new album,” they added.

Two weeks ago they posted “Calm Black Water,” which they call “a rumination of unrelenting wakefulness. The album version features haunting violins and beautiful backing vocals by renowned singer and songwriter, Jolie Holland.”

Last week it was “Ready for Nothing,” “a somber and introspective pondering of PLAYING FOR YOU Every Wednesday, Four Day mortality.”

Beard is posting an acoustic version of a song from The band has a message for the their Somnium album, available on their YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram accounts.

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Arts

BY GLEN STARKEY

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Virtual studio

Artifacts Child’s play

Left Field Gallery’s June exhibition showcases works by Cal Poly Associate Professor Sara J. Frantz

The Left Field Gallery in Los Osos recently announced San Luis Obispo-based multimedia artist Sara J. Frantz as the gallery’s next featured artist. The new exhibition, titled Safety in the Shade, will showcase various works by Frantz and will premiere on June 6.

Frantz is an associate professor at Cal Poly, where she teaches studio art courses. Born and raised in Chicago, Frantz received her bachelor’s degree in studio art at the University of WisconsinMadison and her Master of Fine Arts degree in painting at the University of Texas (Austin). Her works have been featured in solo and duo shows throughout the U.S. since 2009, including in California, Texas, and New York.

Artworks from many of the Left Field Gallery’s previous exhibits are also currently available online, including Staring at the Sun, a group show that opened at the gallery on March 7 (the last physical exhibition to be held before COVID19 mitigation measures went into effect). Other archived exhibits include Within and Around, We Go Fast, Minding the Toil and Till, and more than 50 others.

For more details and virtual tours of past exhibits at Left Field Gallery, call (805) 305-9292 or visit leftfieldgallery.com. The gallery is located at 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos. To find out more about Frantz, visit her website (sarajfrantz.com) or follow her on Instagram (@sarajfrantz).

Oceano Beach Community Association holds new sand castle building competition

The Oceano Beach Community Association (OBCA) is hosting its inaugural Oceano Beach Sand Castle Building Contest. Children and adults are welcome to participate in the competition by building sand castles and other sand sculptures along the beach (anywhere between the Grand Avenue entrance and the Arroyo Grande Creek).

Competitors are advised to maintain social-distancing practices while building their sand structures at the beach and must submit photographs of their creations to the OCBA in order to enter the contest.

Participants are asked to turn in two different photos: one close-up of their sand structure and one wider shot of both the structure and the artist on location.

Submissions (with photos and artists’ names and contact info) should be sent to info@ oceanobeach.org by June 7.

Winners will be announced by June 15 and will receive gift certificates to local Oceano businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. For more info, contact Bonnie Ernst at (805) 801-6148 or bonnie@ pacificcoastpro.com. Δ —Caleb Wiseblood

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Keeping the kids occupied through summer

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oon online K-12 classes will come to a close and summer will begin … a summer usually filled with beach and pool days, blockbuster matinees, games in the park, and summer lessons. Hopefully some of that will still happen, but in the meantime, two local organizations will help keep your kids engaged in some fun activities.

Up in Paso Robles, the Children’s Museum is giving out creativity kits this Saturday, May 30, beginning at 1 p.m. in the museum parking lot, according to Executive Director Jennifer Smith.

“We have created a really fun box of items to give out to the kiddos,” she said in an email.

Justin Winery gave the museum a grant that funded the 1,000 kits, which will be distributed free on a first-come, first-served basis.

“They’re supporters of the museum and they approached us,” Smith said of the winery.

“They’ve helped us in the past by sponsoring new exhibits and volunteer days to assist us with projects including cleaning the museum from top to bottom and building us a new playhouse outside.”

According to the museum’s press release, “The interactive kits come packed with items that will allow the kids to craft, construct, and create while at home.” However, what’s in the kits, which are aimed at children in kindergarten through sixth grade, is a secret.

“The kits include at-home projects and recipe cards, but it’s a surprise!” Smith asserted. “I will say there’s a bit of art, engineering, and even some music to be found inside. We’re so very grateful to Justin Community Grants for supporting the museum and our local kids

PHOTO BY GLEN STARKEY

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES Every Monday, the San Luis Obispo Museum of Arts is posting a weekly activity on its website, last week’s being “Draw What You See,” with guidance on how to draw a tree, which intrepid reporter Glen Starkey attempted to do lefthanded.

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YOURS FOR FREE Thanks to a grant from Justin Winery, the Paso Robles Children’s Museum will be distributing 1,000 free creativity kids in the museum’s parking lot on May 30, at 1 p.m. First come, first served.

with these fun and interactive creativity kits.

We’re thrilled to be able to support the children and families in our community, and we look forward to seeing everyone playing again at the museum in the near future.”

Currently the museum—a nonprofit organization—is closed due to the coronavirus.

Located in the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse (623 13th St.), it serves children and families.

You can learn more on the museum’s website, pasokids.org, or by calling (805) 238-7432.

“We’re still waiting on guidelines for reopening,” Smith explained. “The museum is a high-touch play space, so it makes it difficult to determine when we will be able to provide a safe reopening. We’re working on updating our HVAC to add new UV filters to help make sure everyone is breathing clean air while inside. Our cleaning plans will be adjusted to allow for more sanitizing during the day, and we’re considering a split day where we are closed midday for additional cleaning. We’re also going to need to make changes at the front desk and our check-in procedures as well as a capacity limit.”

As for parents and the public, they’re eager to get back to normal.

“Mostly they’re looking forward to the museum reopening so they can get their kids out of the house and back to their usual routines,” Smith noted. “It’s been hard for the little ones—they just don’t understand why they can’t come and play right now. We’re looking forward to seeing them soon.”

Meanwhile in SLO Town, the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) is offering free weekly art projects.

“Even though SLOMA’s Summer Youth and Teen Art Camps—Kids Create—have been canceled, kids of all ages can continue to explore and create visual arts throughout the summer,” the museum announced. “Now through August, SLOMA is launching free weekly art projects for kids to complete at home. Send us photos of your child’s artwork, and we’ll share it on Instagram. At the end of August, some pieces of summer artwork will be

selected for a Kids Eye View virtual exhibition.

Check our sloma.org website each Monday for a new activity using materials readily at home.”

Last week’s project was called “Drawing What You See” and instructed kids to take a 12-inch-by-18-inch piece of paper and a pencil, Sharpie, charcoal pencil, or crayon, and with the paper resting on a drawing board or heavy piece of cardboard, pick a tree to draw.

“Many times we draw using our imagination, [but] today we are going to do observational drawing, that’s drawing what you look at and recording what you see. Take your art materials outside and find a tree in your yard or close by in the neighborhood. Sit far enough away so you can see the whole tree. Close one eye, use your hand to follow the shape of the trunk, working up through branches to the leaves, and maybe even some flower, seed pods or dried leaves! Choose one drawing tool, begin from the bottom up with lines to shape the tree. Continue drawing to build large shapes, fine details, and textures. Continue to observe and create a large portrait of your tree.”

Photographs of your children’s artwork, if emailed in jpeg format by 3 p.m. the following Thursday to Assistant Curator Courtney Davis at cdavis@sloma.org, will be posted on the Kids’ Gallery on Instagram.

“Be sure to include your child’s first name and age. Include just the artwork, not the artist holding the artwork,” Davis explained.

According to the museum press release, “Materials for the weekly art projects are easy to find and inexpensive (you may already have the in your home!). If you do need to purchase materials, Art Central in San Luis Obispo is offering a special discount for SLOMA summer students: 10 percent off orders under $25 and 25 percent off orders over $25. Materials are available for curbside pickup at their location just off the intersection of Monterey Street and Johnson Avenue.” Δ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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Brain candy M ixing humor HAVE A GOOD TRIP: and science, writer-director ADVENTURES IN PSYCHEDELICS Donick Cary helms this What’s it rated? TV-MA documentary about both When? 2020 the potential therapeutic Where’s it showing? Netflix and recreational use of psychedelics such as LSD, psilocybin, DMT, and peyote. It explores the pros and cons, as well as the cultural impacts through interviews with celebrity users such as Sting, Rosie Perez, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Bourdain, Ben Stiller, Deepak Chopra, and others. (85 min).

Glen As soon as Nick Offerman appears in his tan lab coat to explain and ins and outs of psychedelic substances, you know this documentary has its tongue firmly planted in its cheek. Maybe that’s the only way this topic could be approached, since magic mushrooms and LSD have been so thoroughly vilified in our culture even though they’re essentially safe substances to use—non-addictive, difficult to overdose on, and physiologically benign.

If you have even a cursory understanding of psychedelics, this documentary will have little to teach you, but as a piece of entertainment, it’s pretty fun! Listening to Sting talk about delivering a breached calf while frying or Anthony Bourdain’s Hunter S. Thompson-esque road trip story where he and a friend pick up a couple of female hitchhikers is a hoot. Aside from the proverbial “bad trip” story, these accounts are pretty standard “laughing our assess off over nothing” or “becoming one with the universe” affairs—common experiences for those who’ve dabbled in tripping.

Anna Rule No. 1 of tripping on acid— don’t, under any circumstances, look in the mirror. Or maybe totally look in the mirror and enjoy a whirlwind trip through the beautiful veiny system pulsing just below your skin’s surface.

Depends on who you ask. Between accidental trips and very intentional ones, the slew of celebrities describes in great detail both the beauty and the dark side of turning your brain up to 11. There are faces you expect to see and some you don’t, some there for a party and some

THE END OF THE F***ING WORLD What’s it rated? TV-MA When? 2017-2019 Where’s it showing? Netflix

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n its first season, this inky black British comedy pulls off the neat trick of exploring real issues of attachment, abandonment, narcissism, adolescence, insecurity, and homicidal urges while disguised as a mere amusement. Based on a graphic novel of the same name by Charles Forsman, the story follows 17-year-old James (Alex Lawther), who believes he’s a psychopath due to his interest in killing animals; oh, and that one time he submerged his hand in a pot of boiling oil to “feel something.”

looking for higher elevation. Psychedelics have been shown to have real medical value, especially in cases of PTSD, yet the taboo around them still holds strong.

No one wants to have a bad trip, and while they are documented in this film, they aren’t the norm. If you’ve tried psychedelics in the past, this will be a wholly relatable walk down memory lane, and if you haven’t, it may be a good intro of real-life stories that will make the experience seem less scary. I definitely have a top 5 list of celebrities I want to get weird with thanks to this flick!

Glen Mom, if you’re reading this, turn the page now! Being a regular tripper in my younger years, I could certainly relate to lot of what these folks were talking about—they describe the experience in vivid terms. When one interviewee mentioned Terry Gilliam’s 1998 film based on Hunter S. Thompson’s classic drug adventure book Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas as being the only film that “got it right” depicting what a hallucinating acid trip looked and felt like, I thought, “Yes! The film did get it right! The swirling carpet in a gaudy Vegas hotel was spot on!” If you’re among the psychedelic uninitiated, watch that film, or this one, to get an idea of what it’s like visually to trip out. If you want to see what a bad trip feels like check out Midsommar (2019). Toward its conclusion, the horror flick also does a good job depicting how everything seems to be alive and breathing when you’re He meets an angry classmate of the same age, Alyssa (Jessica Barden), who decides James is her way out of a turbulent and unhappy home life. They take off together, and through his narration we understand that she’s James’ chance to graduate from killing animals to humans. Along the way, however, her engaging spirit endears her to James, and she moves from being his victim to becoming his love interest.

It’s absolutely an unusual show—funny, often poignant, and always smartly written with layers of psychological intrigue.

Through the first season, characters legitimately grow and mature, as they learn—as adolescents usually do—in fits and starts what it means to be in a relationship. Their adventures are often violent and unexpected, and the lessons are hard learned. A second season was released in 2019, but I haven’t seen it yet. The first, however, is terrific! (Sixteen 25-min. episodes) —Glen

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REMEMBER? Counselor Heidi Bergman (Julia Roberts, right) treats soldiers with PTSD like Walter Cruz (Stephan James) with an experimental memoryerasing drug, in Homecoming, available on Amazon Prime.

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What’s it rated? TV-MA When? 2018-present Where’s it showing? Amazon Prime

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icah Bloomberg, Eli Horowitz, and Sam Esmail (who also directed the first season) created this mystery thriller about the secretive Geist Group, a company that purportedly helps soldiers transition to civilian life. The first season revolves around counselor Heidi Bergman (Julia Roberts), who’s also a Geist Group administrator working with Walter Cruz (Stephan James), who served four tours of duty.

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on psychedelics. I’m not sure if this documentary will persuade those fearful of acid and magic mushrooms that they’re really no big deal, but it’s nice to see the substances getting a little love instead of vilification. I mean, when Ben Stiller has to call his dad to confess he’s tripping, you know LSD has gone one step closer to the mainstream.

Anna I remember being in the theater watching Midsommar and as the flowers start to breathe I thought, “Crap, am I accidentally tripping out?” Nah, just some clever visual effects from some people who clearly know what the experience is like. While there may not be a whole lot of substance here besides personal stories from celebs, I think the point of the film is to make it all relatable. Michael Pollan wrote How To Change Your Mind in 2018, a heady and wonderfully written deep dive into the world of psychedelics, micro-dosing, and the history behind it all. He also reads the audiobook if you’re looking for something engaging to listen to during quarantine without committing to the read. I was laughing the entire time we watched this documentary, and with a varied and delightfully funny cast, it was just so much fun. I wasn’t sure an hour and a half of trippy talk could pull it off, but it did. Δ Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Glen compiles streaming listings.

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With the mystery set up, the series skips back and forth though time as we learn more about the Geist Group’s unorthodox treatment regimen and Bergman’s new life as she’s being questioned by a Defense Department investigator looking into old complaints about Bergman’s former employer.

It’s an engrossing drama and marks Roberts’ small-screen debut. Instead of her dazzling smile and rom-com personality, she’s a frazzled cog in a corporate machine with a hidden agenda. The direction by Esmail is pretty amazing for a TV show, with engrossing tracking shots and unusual camera angles, and the acting is uniformly excellent! This is a mustwatch series, and a second season—minus Roberts—has just begun. (Ten 30 min. episodes) Δ —Glen

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Food

BY BETH GIUFFRE

Going retro Gino’s brings back the historic carhop drive-in service

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hen I was a little girl, I broke my wrist diving down the stairs into a bean bag. Face first. This was my brilliant master plan to break my glasses because I didn’t want to wear them. Having a cast on my arm made for a real drag of a summer, especially when my siblings and friends spent most of their days in the public pool to manage the 100-degree Davis weather. But my mom bought me a set of watercolor paints and allowed me to sit on the side of the pool, so I could drape my legs in the water. I couldn’t go all the way in for an underwater tea party, but I felt somewhat included and less like a hospital patient.

Going to Gino’s Pizza carhop service felt a bit like that broken-wrist summer—a little interim dining experience before the governor approved our county’s request for late Phase 2, announced May 20, which includes dine-in, alongside some very strict guidelines.

I learned about the carhop as the word spread like greased lightning that we could have a dining experience outside our home. Lickety split, news of Gino’s carhop hit the classic car clubs and legit cruiser crowd faster than a comb through a greaser’s hair.

On any given night, Gino’s parking lot will be host to a mix of anything from a 1957 Chevy Bel Air containing baby boomer grandparents sharing meat lasagna and chicken piccata, to an entire family on a blanket, picnicking on the bed of their extended-cab truck with two extra large Hawaiian pizzas and Dr. Peppers.

I wasn’t out to eat with the rest of the community, but at least I felt like I was out in the open air, participating in something recognizably human. Not quite dine-in yet, but just about.

Our toes were in the pool, and we were diggin’ it. My kids and I ordered root beer floats with cherries on top (brand new on the menu, as suggested by some cats in classic cars), regular crust pizza, and

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Go back in time

Gino’s Pizza now offers carhop service in addition to delivery and pickup. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., the neighborhood family pizzeria will set vintage-style trays on your car windows, and bring your order to you. Guests may order online at ginospizzaslo.com or call (805) 752-1333 when you pull up.

Each week Gino’s will provide a full dinner to help a local family in need. To recommend a family for “Gino’s Sunday Suppers,” email the Diaz family on the Gino’sPizzaSLO Facebook page.

Gino’s has partnered with local wineries to provide bottled wines at 30 to 40 percent off retail price with the purchase of to-go meals.

Gino’s Pizza is located at 1761 Monterey St., SLO. Gino’s also has locations in Buellton and Pismo Beach.

Caesar salad, out of our min-van hot rod (joking), and everything was copacetic.

A young guy walking in and picking up his to-go order saw our little metal carhop trays MADE IN THE SHADE At Gino’s Pizza SLO, all hooked up and full of food. We you can choose your toppings or go for one of were kickin’ back in our ride, fresh the specialties, like this Hawaiian pizza. The hand tossed pizzas are available in thin or thick crust. air moving through the windows, listening to some really good oldies chain of eateries called the Pig Stand, ’50s music: “Little Deuce Coupe” by according to history.com. Customers the Beach Boys and “Pipeline” by Dick would pull into the parking lots to be Dale blared out of the outdoor speakers. greeted by carhops. The carhop was a I could see the lightbulb go off in his head. “That’s real cool,” the guy said to us. combo waiter/busser who served food on trays clipped onto the car’s window. In I just knew he had the same realization: We can do that?! Aren’t we all tired of bad 1948, the first drive-thru was opened, and you may have heard of that joint: news in Squaresville?

McDonald’s. Drive-in became more than It just so happens that Consuelo Diaz, novelty in the ’50s and ’60s, when carthe proprietor of Gino’s Pizza, in all her bound restaurants drew in those looking American-spirited brilliance, found a for quick service and efficiency. Little way for her customers to safely go out to Chef was one of those places. dinner during shelter-at-home.

“They had people with roller skates …

The idea came after the new shelterthis was a drive-in and that was a driveat-home orders forced her restaurant to thru,” Diaz said. Under some serious close for two weeks. She said she’d seen a construction guy eating a sandwich in his coverage (mask, shield, gloves—not her car out in the parking lot, and it reminded favorite outfit), Diaz showed me the photo of Little Chef back in the day. The building her of a photo she had of her restaurant’s hadn’t changed much. She had added some past life. In the ’50s and ’60s, the Gino’s planter boxes for color and a modern sign.

SLO location was a drive-in carhop Apparently Little Chef was known for restaurant called Little Chef. Why not rebroiled steaks, and the mountain-lined introduce carhop service, she thought. parking lot along Monterey Street used to Before the drive-thru was even be the starting point for the cars to cruise invented, the drive-in concept was downtown. popularized in Texas in the ’20s by a Diaz said she wasn’t expecting people to be so excited about the throwback GOOD OL’ idea. She said she’s been getting “super DAYS Gino’s cute couples” wondering how the carhop is located in system works and “the cruisers” who were the former Little Chef born for this.

Restaurant, She said the first thing she did after a drive-up getting the carhop idea was call the county broiled steak Health Department. Drive-in food? They restaurant in the hadn’t been asked that question in about 1950s. Carhops, six decades. Mel’s Diner in L.A. was doing conceptualized it. Mel’s had been a former drive-in as in the ’20s and well. And it did fit all the social-distancing popularized in guidelines. The spirit of the American the ’50s, were largely replaced Dream is alive and well in SLO. by drive-thru She ordered the trays from a supplier service in the on the East Coast. When they arrived, her ’60s. sons, who both work at the restaurant,

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CARHOP SERVICE Gino’s SLO location is now serving drive-in, carhop service. Guests can expect the classic aluminum window trays of yesteryear in this innovative solution to safe, COVID-era dining.

COOL CAT Meet Nico, one of owner Consuelo Diaz’s Spanish-born sons, who works at Gino’s SLO.

assured her they go inside the car. No, no, outside! She insisted, laughing.

Knowing her business might not make it in a long-term shutdown, Diaz said it was “heartbreaking.” But with this hybrid/vintage drive-in model, Diaz was able to retain all 17 employees, including her two sons: ages 16 and 18. And she was able to get a Paycheck Protection Program loan.

“I had a great person in the bank,” she said. “When they approved, and before we even got the money, I said, ‘OK guys, we’re back in business.’ We are so blessed.”

Her neighbor 1865 Craft House & Kitchen, she said, sadly closed when the shelter-in-place began and hasn’t opened since. She worries about fellow restaurants.

“Our carhop service provides the opportunity to continue to serve our community in a fun, family-friendly environment that allows our guests a safe, out-of-home experience,” Diaz said.

“What’s old is new again.”

As we were leaving, the speakers played a song I thought was apropos: “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees—not ’50s or ’60s music, but entirely appropriate. ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is definitely new again. Send roller skates and hot tips to bgiuffre@newtimesslo.com.

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FILE NO. 2020-0786 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/15/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DELLA’S, 831 13th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Down The Hatch LLC (835 13th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Down The Hatch LLC, Eric M. Connolly-President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-15-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-15-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-0796 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/26/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BUSY BEE DAYCARE, 2565 Fowler Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mary E. Apodaca (2565 Fowler Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mary E. Apodaca, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-20-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 0420-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

Date: 4/15/2020

by Claudia Perez, Deputy Clerk May 7,14, 21, 28, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-0816 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/29/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SAN LUIS AUTO GLASS AND TINT, 245 Tank Farm Rd. #F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Horizon West Auto Glass Inc. (245 Tank Farm Rd. #F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Horizon West Auto Glass Inc., Joseph A. Zabala, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-22-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-22-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0826 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/10/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALSET SOLUTIONS, 937 Corbett Canyon, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Edward M. Mathias, Ann J. Mathias (937 Corbett Canyon, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Edward M. Mathias, Trustee.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-23-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 04-23-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0836 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLASS ACT DANCE, 2508 Spring Street, Unit C, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Class Act Dance and Performing Arts Studio, LLC (2508 Spring Street, Unit C, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Class Act Dance and Performing Arts Studio, LLC, Cheryl E. Armstrong, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-24-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-24-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

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You have the right to be present at the hearing, to present evidence, and you have the right to be represented by an attorney. If you do not have an attorney and cannot afford to hire one, the court will appoint an attorney for you.

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FILE NO. 2020-0833 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/10/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LESCO AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRIES, 3535 South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Stephan C Kennedy (3535 South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Stephan C Kennedy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-24-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 04-24-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

To: Pedro Josue Osuna Estrada, aka Josue Estrada and anyone claiming to be a parent of: Jayden Osuna Estrada born on 8/25/2019 at Twin Cities Community Hospital, Templeton, California.

At the hearing the court will consider the recommendations of the social worker or probation officer.

The social worker or probation officer will recommend that your child be freed from your legal custody so that the child may be adopted. If the court follows the recommendation, all your parental rights to the child will be terminated.

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FILE NO. 2020-0809 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/10/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHRISTOPHER E. HALLQUIST, HALLQUEST BACKFLOW TESTING AND REPAIR, 4200 Lobos Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Christopher E. Hallquist (4200 Lobos Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christopher E. Hallquist. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-21-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission

WHEN: Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600.) The following item was previously noticed for an earlier date and rescheduled due to COVID-19 WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by the COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO to amend the County Land Use Ordinance (Title 22) and Construction Ordinance (Title 19) to be consistent with the Paso Robles Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) to: 1)Update the mapping boundary of the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin; 2)Update the mapping boundary of the Area of Severe Decline within the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin; 3)Clarify the requirements for fallowing per the Agricultural Offset Ordinance; and 4)Clarify “de minimis” terminology.

County File Numbers: LRP2020-00002

Assessor Parcel Number: Various

Supervisorial District: 1 & 5

Date Accepted: N/A

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Mittry Family Trust for a Conditional Use Permit (DRC2019-00264) and concurrent Lot Line Adjustment (SUB2020-00005 / COAL 19-0115) to allow for the construction of a 67,112 square-foot storage and warehousing facility with 11,932 square feet of self-storage space, 24,136 square feet of indoor recreational vehicle (RV) storage, 10,976 square feet of indoor vehicle storage, and 20,068 square feet of warehousing space. Each use would be located on a separate lot. The lot line adjustment involves the reconfiguration of four existing parcels. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 150,000 square feet of the 178,414 square-foot project site. The proposed project is within the Commercial Service / Business Park land use category and is located at 1350, 1340, 1330, and 1320 Professional Parkway, in the northeast quadrant of the Guadalupe Road (CA Highway 1) and Via Entrada intersection, in Woodlands Village. The site is in the South County Inland Sub Area of the South County Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the environmental determination. The Environmental Coordinator finds that the previously certified Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) and the previously certified Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (FSEIR) are adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA because no substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revision of the previously certified FEIR or FSEIR, no substantial changes have occurred with respect to the circumstance under which the project is undertaken which will require major revision of the previously certified FEIR or FSEIR, and no new information of substantial importance has been identified which was not known at the time that the previous FEIR or FSEIR was certified.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www. sloplanning.org. You may contact Kylie Hensley, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600 or at khensley@co.slo.ca.us.

County File Number: DRC2019-00264

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION:

Date Accepted: 01/31/2020

Also to be considered is the environmental determination and approval of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. A Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) Addendum was prepared because the proposed change would not result in any new significant impacts that were not evaluated in the previously certified Final SEIR (Countywide Water Conservation Program Final SEIR – October 27, 2015). The Environmental Coordinator finds that the previously certified Final SEIR is adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA because 1) no substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revision of the previously certified FSEIR, 2) no substantial changes will occur with respect to the circumstance under which the project is undertaken that would require major revisions of the previously certified FSEIR, and 3) no new information of substantial importance has been identified which was not known at the time that the previous FSEIR was certified. The FSEIR Addendum is proposed for the amendments to Title 22 Section 22.30.204 Agricultural Offset Requirements and Title 19 Section 19.07.042 Water Conservation Provisions.

WHERE

**If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. ** DATED: May 20, 2020 RAMONA HEDGES, SECRETARY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION

Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 091-508-001, -004, -005, -008

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www. slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions. aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Emi Sugiyama, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

WHAT: Request by Charles Hench for a Minor Use Permit / Coastal Development Permit (DRC2019-00270) to allow the demolition of an existing 325 square-foot carport and the construction of a new 485 square-foot living area, 745 square-foot attached garage, and 60 square-foot permeable deck to an existing single-family residence. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 1,800 square feet on the 7,000 square-foot parcel. The proposed project is within the Residential Single Family land use category and is located at 486 Lancaster Street, in the community of Cambria. The site is in the North Coast Planning Area.

Also, to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. County File Number: DRC2019-00270 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 022-321-035 Date Accepted: 12/10/2019 WHERE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions. aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Schani Siong, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@co.slo.ca.us by Friday, June 12, 2020 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on DRC2019-00270.”

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

COASTAL APPEALABLE If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. Appeals must be filed in writing as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043.

Planning Department Hearing

May 28, 2020

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHEN: Friday, June 19, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

Daniela Chavez, Secretary

Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission

May 28, 2020

WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing

Supervisorial District: District 2

WHERE:PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boardsand-Commissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is categorically exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(2). A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062. A Class 8 Categorical Exemption is proposed for the amendments to Title 22 Section 22.94.025 Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Planning Area Standards.

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF TENTATIVE ACTION / PUBLIC HEARING

May 28, 2020

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHO:

San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission

WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission

WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission

WHEN:

Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600.)

WHEN: Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHEN: Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT:

Hearing to consider a request by the COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO to approve amendments to the Land Use Ordinance, Title 22 of the County Code, and the Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance, Title 23 of the County Code, to uphold First Amendment speech and the equal protection clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, and align with the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Reed v. Gilbert regarding signs. The requested amendments include: 1) amendments to various sections throughout Title 22 and Title 23, to remove all signage standards solely based on content and replace with standards based on “time, place, and manner”; 2) amendments to Section 22.80.030 (Definitions of Land Uses, and Specialized Terms and Phrases) and Section 23.11.020 (Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Definitions) to update terms and definitions, 3) amendments to Title 22, Chapter 22.20 (Signs), and Title 23, Section 23.04.302 through Section 23.04.314 to clarify sign permit requirements, authorizations, and prohibitions.

County File Numbers: LRP2015-00013 Supervisorial District: Countywide

WHERE:

Assessor Parcel Number: Various Date Authorized: October 13, 2015

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www.sloplanning.org. You may contact Kimmie Nguyen, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805)781-5600 or at knguyen@co.slo.ca.us.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the determination that this project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA based on the common sense exemption, CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3).

COASTAL APPEALABLE: County action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission after all possible local appeal efforts are exhausted. Appeals must be filed in writing as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. ** DATED: June 1, 2020

May 28, 2020

RAMONA HEDGES, SECRETARY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION

WHAT: Request by Avila Valley Partners LLC for a Vesting Tentative Tract Map (TR 3117) and a concurrent Conditional Use Permit (SUB2018-00026) to subdivide an existing 22.76 acre parcel into a Cluster Subdivision of 23 lots consisting of: 22 residential parcels ranging from 0.3 to 1 gross acre in size, one non-buildable open space parcel (11.5 gross acre), and the construction of 22 single family residences of approximately 2,500 square feet (average) including garages on each residential lot. The 22 residential lots will be for sale and/or development. The project will include off-site frontage road improvements and will result in the disturbance of approximately 10.1-acres of the 22.76-acre parcel. The division is proposed in two phases and will create two on-site private access roads: Phase 1 (Valle Verde Place serving 13 lots) and Phase 2 (Tierras Atlas Avenue serving 9 lots). Each phase will include associated access road and utility installations. The project includes a request to modify the street improvement standards as allowed by LUO Section 21.03.020(c)(d) to allow a private access easement to serve more than 5 parcels in each phase. The project is within the Residential Suburban land use category and is located on the west side of Ontario Rd and Highway 101, approximately 1.5 miles northeast of the community of Avila Beach. The site is within the Urban Reserve Limits of the unincorporated community of Avila Beach in the San Luis Bay Inland Sub Area of the San Luis Obispo Planning Area.

Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on May 22, 2020 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address aesthetics, air quality, cultural resources, biological resources, noise, and utilities are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review on the Planning and Building Department website at www.sloplanning.org.

Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing.

County File Number: SUB2018-00026 Supervisorial District: District 3 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 076-251-028 Date Accepted: 12/09/2019 WHERE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-andCommissions.aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Schani Siong, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission May 28, 2020

WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Uniplan Consulting for a Vesting Tentative Tract Map (SUB2019-00021/Tract 3124) to subdivide an existing 3.51-acre parcel into seven parcels ranging in size from 12,703 square feet to 47,099 square feet for the purpose of sale and/or development. Proposed Parcels 1 through 5 will be developed with single family residences, proposed Parcels 6 and 7 located along North Main Street will be developed with commercial retail uses. The proposed development on Parcels 6 and 7 consist of two commercial shell buildings of 5,600 square feet each. The project will result in the disturbance of the entire 3.51-acre parcel. The division will create one on-site road to serve the residential parcels.

The proposed project is within the Commercial Retail land use category and is located at the northeastern corner of North Main Street and River Run Road in the community of Templeton. The site is in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), General Rule Exemption. The Environmental Coordinator has determined that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed project may have a significant adverse effect on the environment. A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062.

County File Number: SUB2019-00021 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 040-214-063 Date Accepted: 04/16/2019 WHERE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www. slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions. aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Holly Phipps, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission May 28, 2020

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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2020 AT 9:00 AM. 5 BOARD MEMBERS 01. Update on COVID-19, rec’d w/ direction given to staff.

02. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 02-27 & Resolution (Res.) No. 2020-119 thru 2020-128, approved.

03. Res. 2020-129, a resolution recognizing May as National Foster Care Month, adopted.

04. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: B. DiFatta; N. Langford; P. Duran; G. Nelson & L. Owen: speak. No action taken.

05. FY2019-20 3rd Quarter Financial Status Report, approved.

06. Authorization of various budget adjustments related to Parks and Golf operations, approved.

07. Res. 2020-130, introducing the budget document as the County’s FY 2020-21 Recommended Budget for public review, adopted & schedules a public hearing to June 8, 2020 at 9:00 am., approved.

08. Hearing re: renewal of the County Tourism Business Improvement District (CBID), majority protest not found, levy of assessments con’t, CBID declared renewed & 2019-20 Annual Report of the CBID, rec’d & filed.

09. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: The People of the State of CA v. Atascadero Homeowner’s Assoc. et al.

(19CVP-0020) (4) The People of the State of California v.

Vine Street Homes, LLC., et al. (19CVP-0007). Conference w/ Labor Negotiator, T. Douglas-Schatz, re: SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out.

10. Auction re: surplus and sale of County-owned real property, described as APNs 021-231-017, 021-231-041 & 021-231-024 in the community of San Miguel, no bids rec’d to proceed w/ auction & direction provided to staff.

11. Meeting Adjourned.

Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors

ORDINANCE NO. 1682 (2020 SERIES) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 2 OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING TO SECTION 2.40.060 – ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE AND SUBMISSION OF CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE DOCUMENTS, AND AMENDING SECTION 2.40.100 (CIVIL ACTIONS) TO PROVIDE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ENFORCEMENT OF VIOLATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of May 5, 2020, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Vice Mayor Gomez, second by Council Member Christianson, and on the following roll call vote: AYES: Council Member Christianson, Pease, Stewart, Vice Mayor Gomez and Mayor Harmon NOES: None Ordinance No. 1682 (2020 Series) – An Ordinance amending Chapter 2.40 (Election Campaign Statements) of the City of San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, adding to Section 2.40.060 C (Campaign Statements, Filing), which will require elected officers, candidates, and committees to file statements, reports, or other documents electronically with the local filing officer A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance will be available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the June 2, 2020 Council meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7100 for more information.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the aforementioned Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of June 2, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. While the Council encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s website at www.slocity.org. Public comment may be submitted in writing or by email to emailcouncil@slocity. org.

By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk of the Board of Supervisors

Teresa Purrington, City Clerk

May 28, 2020

May 28, 2020

NOTICE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC As required by Government Code Section 29080, the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo hereby gives notice as follows: The Board of Supervisors will begin a public hearing at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, June 8, 2020, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at the County Government Center, located at 1055 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, California, for the purpose of hearing written and oral comment from the public concerning the Recommended Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 202021. All proposals for changes (increases, decreases or additions) to the budget shall be submitted to the Clerk of the Board before the close of the public hearing.

WHEN: Friday, June 19, 2020 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT: A request by Steven Hayward for a Minor Use Permit/Coastal Development Permit (DRC2019-00138) to allow for the demolition of an existing single-family residence and the construction of a new 2,910-square-foot, three-story, single-family residence.

The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 5,300 square feet of a 12,700 square foot parcel. The proposed project is within the Residential Single-Family land use category and is located 2215 Madison Street, in the community of Cambria. The site is in the North Coast Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. County File Number: DRC2019-00138 Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 023-095-039 Date Accepted: 04/15/2020

Any member of the general public may be heard regarding any item in the budget or any proposed changes to the budget.

TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@ co.slo.ca.us by Friday, June 12, 2020 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on DRC2019-00138.”

WADE HORTON, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board By: /s/ T’Ana Christiansen Deputy Clerk May 28, 2020

PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1.

Development review of a new, two-story, 13,082-square foot office building as part of an existing Planned Development (PD 0274). The project includes an amendment to the adopted Precise Plan approved through Resolution No. 2249 (1971 Series) to address the new office development as it relates to the Planned Development. The project also includes exceptions for parking and trash enclosures within the street yard setback (0 feet where a 20-foot setback and 10-foot setback, respectively, are normally required), exceptions to sign regulations, and a 40% parking reduction and offsite parking. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); Project Address: 487 Leff Street; Case #: ARCH-0506-2019 & PDEV-0507-2019; Zone: R-2-PD; Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo (HASLO), applicant.

The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, June 8, 2020, on the items listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at: https:// opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=116939&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk.

Public comment may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity. org 1. 301 Prado Rd. USE-0083-2020; Request for a Minor Use Permit to establish medical offices and clinics in the Business Park zone within the Margarita Area Specific Plan. Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); BP-SP and C/OS-SP zones; 301 Prado Group, LLC, applicant. (Kyle Bell) 2. 271 Tank Farm Rd. USE-0154-2020; Request for a Minor Use Permit to allow onsite wine tasting, a bar/tavern use, at an existing wine production facility. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); M-SP zone; Michael Giugni, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen) PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on these public hearing items may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing.

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Contact: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 – kbell@slocity.org 2.

Review of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update Proposed Policies and Programs. The project requires an initial study of environmental review per CEQA. No final action is being taken at this meeting. Project Address: Citywide; Case #: GENP-0217-2020 & EID-0218-2020; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant.

Contact: Rachel Cohen – (805) 781-7574 – rcohen@slocity.org

The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action 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 delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

The report(s) will be available for review online in advance of the meeting at http://www.slocity.org/government/advisorybodies/agendas-and-minutes/planning-commission. Please call The Community Development Department at 805-781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

May 28, 2020

City of San Luis Obispo In September 2020, four structures are scheduled to be demolished.

The addresses and structure descriptions are provided below. If anyone is interested in relocating any of these structures, please contact the City of San Luis Obispo at 805-781-7193 or rburde@ slocity.org. Insurance and bonding will be required. Please do not disturb the tenants.

633, 633A, & 633B Palm Street Residential units available: One 768 square foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence One 1,391 square foot, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence 610 Monterey Street Residential unit available: One 1,725 square foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence 614 Monterey Street (Contributing Historic Heyd Adobe)* Residential unit available: One 1,372 square foot, 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence *Monetary assistance available to move this structure from the site.

May 28, 2020

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing

WHERE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the threat of COVID-19 as reflected in the Proclamations of Emergency issued by both the Governor of the State of California and the San Luis Obispo County Emergency Services Director as well as the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, relating to the convening of public meetings in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Temporary Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/Boards-and-Commissions. aspx. Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present.

DATED: May 26, 2020

The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting, Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at 6:00 p.m., via teleconference, on the items listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s website at www.slocity.org. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org.

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF TENTATIVE ACTION / PUBLIC HEARING

The entire Fiscal Year 2020-21 Recommended Budget for the County of San Luis Obispo as well as the Special Districts governed by the Board of Supervisors, is available for public review by appointment from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekdays, in the Administrative Office, Room D430 and the Auditor-ControllerTreasurer-Tax Collector-Public Administrator’s Office, Room D220, County Government Center, located on 1055 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, California.

Members of the public may schedule an appointment by calling the Administrative Office at (805)7815011. The FY 2020-21 Recommended Budget is also available on the County’s website: www.slocounty. ca.gov.

By order of the Board of Supervisors, made this 19th day of May 2020.

ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S SUBDIVISION HEARING The City of San Luis Obispo’s Community Development Director will hold a public hearing at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2020, to consider the item listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at: https://opengov.slocity. org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=116940&dbid=0&repo=City Clerk Public comment may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org

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3. 1422 Monterey St. SBDV-0762-2019; A lot line adjustment between four parcels (exempt from environmental review); C-R & R-2 zones; Monterey Plaza Enterprises, LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell) The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than June 8, 2020.

The Director’s decision may be appealed, and must be filed with the appropriate appeal fee within 10 days of the Director’s action. For more information, contact the City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, by calling (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

May 28, 2020

S.L.O. SWIM CENTER BATH HOUSE ROOF REPAIR SPEC. NO. 91656

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive bids for the “S.L.O. SWIM CENTER BATH HOUSE ROOF REPAIR, Spec. No. 91656” at the Public Works Administration Office located at 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 until, THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2020, at 2:00 P.M., when they will be publicly opened via Skype.

Bids received after said time will not be considered. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number.

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

Daniela Chavez, Secretary Planning Department Hearing

2. 1941 Monterey St. ARCH-0187-2020; Replacement of exterior surface materials on the lobby building of a Bed & Breakfast Inn (exempt from environmental review); C-T-S zone; Sean Willard, PRG SLO, LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

1. 1150 Laurel Lane. SBDV-0081-2020; Request to establish a tentative parcel map to create four parcels from one existing commercial property, no development is proposed at this time. Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); O-S and M-MU zones; Laurel Creek, LLC, applicant. (Kyle Bell)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Emi Sugiyama, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

COASTAL APPEALABLE If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. Appeals must be filed in writing as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043.

Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City.

1. 1101 Pacific St. DIR-0177-2020; A request for a parking reduction of one vehicle parking space for providing five additional bicycle parking spaces (exempt from environmental review); O zone; Kris Kroll, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on this item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing.

May 28, 2020

The Contractor must possess a valid Class A, B, OR C-39 Contractor’s License at the time of the bid opening. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of San Luis Obispo.

Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.org - Bid packages under Bids & Proposals. Questions may be addressed to Shelsie Kloepper, Project Manager, at 805-783-7735 or skloepper@ slocity.org.

May 28, 2020

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 633 OF THE CITY OF MORRO BAY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, at the regular meeting of the City Council held on May 26, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. held via teleconference in accordance pursuant to Section 3 of Executive Order N-29-20, issued by Governor Newsom on March 17, 2020, the City Council of the City of Morro Bay, introduced Ordinance No. 633, amending Chapter 5.50 (Commercial Cannabis Operations Regulatory Program) of Title 5 of the Morro Bay Municipal Code to Permit Certain Adult-Use Commercial Cannabis Uses (Retail Sales, Deliveries and (Wholesale) Distributor) and to authorize Community Development Director to issue Administrative Regulations.

A certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance is available for public review on the City’s website at www.morrobayca.gov, and upon request by contacting the City Clerk’s office at (805) 772-6205.

The City Council will consider adoption of Ordinance No. 633 at their next regularly scheduled meeting June 9, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. held via teleconference. /s/ Heather Goodwin Deputy City Clerk Dated: May 27, 2020 Publish: May 28, 2020

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0869 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/16/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RIDDLE, 4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Phase 2 Cellars, LLC (4910 Edna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Phase 2 Cellars, LLC, Kenneth Robin Baggett, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-29-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0429-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0837 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/23/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DESIGN ELECTRIC COMPANY, 1589 Corbett Canyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Gary Jackson (1589 Corbett Canyon Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gary Jackson.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-27-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-0853 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/06/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BREAD BIKE, 570 Higuera St., Ste. 180, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Sam DeNicola (1703 Santa Barbara Ave., #6, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sam DeNicola. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-28-20.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-28-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0839 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/19/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TIBER CANYON RANCH, 280 W. Ormonde Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The CarltonAnderson Family Trust, Willard Gilbert Carlton, Trustee, Christy Anderson, Trustee (280 W. Ormonde Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Christy Anderson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 04-27-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0847 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/30/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PISMO BEACH ARCO AM/PM, 890 4th Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. GSM Business Ventures Inc (890 4th Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ GSM Business Ventures Inc, Gaurav Vasudeva, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 04-27-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0848 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/16/2001) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MUSTANG COMPUTERS, 2280 Sunset Drive, Suite F, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Colin Slaughter (124 E. Tefft St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Colin Slaughter. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-27-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy.

Exp. 04-27-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-0859 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARSEL CONSULTING GROUP, 1443 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Rebecca Jean Carsel (1443 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rebecca Carsel, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-28-20.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-28-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0861 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INDIGO MOON, 1980 Main St., Cambria, CA 93428.

San Luis Obispo County. James B. Somers, Dena A. Walston (300 Highway 1, Cambria, CA 93428).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ James B. Somers, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-28-20.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-28-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0864 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PINNACLE REAL ESTATE GROUP – CENTRAL COAST, 618 Harrison Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Diana Elizabeth Pellerin (618 Harrison Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Diana E. Pellerin.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-28-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-28-25.

May 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2020

FILE NO. 2020-0871 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/18/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NEWSHOE CO; COOL FEET SANDALS, 2324 Picachio Rd., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County.

S.C. Martin (2320 Picachio Rd., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ S.C. Martin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-29-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-29-25.

May 21, 28, June 4, & 11, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0877 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/30/1997) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIVE CITIES WATER SYSTEMS, 1197 #13 Highland Way, Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County. Five Cities Water, Inc. (1197 #13 Highland Way, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Five Cities Water, Inc., Rorie O Black, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-30-20.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-30-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0880 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/18/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STILL WATERS VINEYARDS, 2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

San Luis Obispo County. Paul William Hoover, Patricia Ann Hoover (2750 Old Grove Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Patricia Ann Hoover.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-30-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-30-25.

May 21, 28, June 4, & 11, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0881 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ESTERO BAY INSURANCE SOLUTIONS, 615 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. David Radmacher (909 Saint Mary, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David Radmacher.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-01-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 05-01-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

for the week of May 28

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0884 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/28/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST WINDOW CLEANING, 2584 Hemlock Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Central Coast Window Cleaning INC (2584 Hemlock Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Central Coast Window Cleaning INC, Maria Elsea, Secretary.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-01-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk E. Brookhart, Deputy. Exp. 05-01-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0898 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST TRANSITIONS, 437 Chaparral Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Claryce S Knupper (437 Chaparral Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Claryce Knupper.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-04-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 05-04-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0911 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/10/1996) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RANCHO NIPOMO BBQ & DELI, RANCHO NIMPOMO BBQ & GOLD RUSH CANTINA, 108 Cuyama Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

Rancho Nipomo Deli Inc. (307 E. Taylor St., Santa Maria, CA 93454). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Rancho Nipomo Deli Inc., Richard Cowell II-President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-05-20.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 05-05-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0927 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TECH SAVAGERY, 841 Venable Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. LaDell A. Erby Jr. (841 Venable Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ LaDell A. Erby Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-07-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 05-07-25.

May 21, 28, June 4, & 11, 2020

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2020-0933 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/06/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BUONA TAVOLA PASO, 943 Spring St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Antonio Varia (9404 Huer Huero Rd., Creston, CA 93432).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Antonio Varia.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 05-08-20. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk S. King, Deputy. Exp. 05-08-25.

May 14, 21, 28, & June 4, 2020

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(March 21-April 19): “The best of my nature reveals itself in play, and play is sacred,” wrote the feisty Aries author Karen Blixen, who sometimes used the pen name Isak Dinesen.

The attitude described in that statement helps illuminate the meaning of another one of her famous quotations: “I do not think that I could ever really love a woman who had not, at one time or another, been up on a broomstick.” In my interpretation of this humorous remark, Blixen referred to the fact that she had a strong preference for witchy women with rascally magical ways. I bring this to your attention, Aries, because I’m inviting you to cultivate a Blixen-like streak of sacred play and sly magic in the coming days.

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): According to my analysis of the astrological omens, the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to seek out, seduce, and attract luck. To inspire you in this holy task, I’ll provide a prayer written by Hoodoo conjurer Stephanie Rose Bird: “O sweet luck, I call your name. Luck with force and power to make change, walk with me and talk through me. With your help, all that can and should be will be!” If there are further invocations you’d like to add to hers, Libra, please do. The best way to ensure that good fortune will stream into your life is to have fun as you draw it to you.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

(April 20-May 20): Taurus music legend Willie Nelson has played the same guitar since 1969. He calls it “my horse,” and named it after Trigger, a famous horse in Hollywood films. Although Nelson still loves the tones that come from his instrument, it’s neither sleek nor elegant. It’s bruised with multiple stains and has a jagged gash near its sound hole. Some Tauruses want their useful things to be fine and beautiful, but not Willie.

Having said that, I wonder if maybe he will finally change guitars sometime soon. For you Bulls, the coming months will be time to consider trading in an old horse for a new one.

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio comedian John Cleese does solo work, but many of his successful films, albums, stage shows, and TV programs have arisen from joining forces with other comedians. “When you collaborate with someone else on something creative,” he testifies, “you get to places that you would never get to on your own.” I propose you make this your temporary motto, Scorpio. Whatever line of work or play you’re in, the coming weeks will offer opportunities to start getting involved in sterling synergies and symbioses. To overcome the potential limitations of social distancing, make creative use of Zoom and other online video conferencing.

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

(May 21-June 20): I’ve got a message for you, courtesy of poet Lisel Mueller. I think her wisdom can help you thrive in the coming weeks. She writes, “The past pushed away, the future left unimagined, for the sake of the glorious, difficult, passionate present.” Of course, it’s always helpful for us to liberate ourselves from the oppressive thoughts of what once was in the past and what might be in the future. But it’ll be especially valuable for you to claim that superpower in the coming weeks. To the degree that you do, the present will be more glorious and passionate and not so difficult.

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Wherever I am, let me never forget to distinguish want from need,” vows author Barbara Kingsolver. “Let me be a good animal,” she adds. That would be a stirring prayer to keep simmering at the forefront of your awareness in the next six weeks. According to my understanding of the astrological omens, you’ll be getting clear signals about the differences between your wants and needs. You will also discover effective strategies about how to satisfy them both in the post-pandemic world, and fine intuitions about which one to prioritize at any particular time.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

(June 21-July 22): When Lewis Carroll’s fictional heroine Alice visits the exotic underground realm known as Wonderland, she encounters two odd men named Tweedledee and Tweedledum. The latter tells her, “You know very well you’re not real.” He’s implying that Alice is merely a character in the dream of a man who’s sleeping nearby. This upsets her. “I am real!” she protests, and breaks into tears.

Tweedledum presses on, insisting she’s just a phantom. Alice summons her courageous wisdom and thinks to herself, “I know they’re talking nonsense, and it’s foolish to cry about it.” I suspect you Cancerians may have to deal with people and influences that give you messages akin to those of Tweedledum. If that happens, be like Alice.

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Writing some Chinese characters can be quite demanding. To make “biáng,” for example, which is used in the name for a certain kind of noodle, you must draw 58 separate strokes. This is a good metaphor for exactly what you should avoid in the coming weeks: spending too much time and devoting too much thought and getting wrapped up in too much complexity about trivial matters.

Your focus should instead be on simple, bold approaches that encourage you to be crisp and decisive.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “The less you fear, the more power you will have,” says the rapper known as 50 Cent. I agree with him.

If you can dissolve even, say, 25 percent of your fear, your ability to do what you want will rise significantly, as will your influence and clout. But here’s the major riddle: How exactly can you dissolve your fear? My answers to that question would require far more room than I have in this horoscope.

But here’s the really good news, Leo: In the coming weeks, you will naturally have an abundance of good insights about to dissolve your own fear. Trust what your intuition tells you.

And be receptive to clues that serendipity brings you.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): For his film Parasite, Virgo filmmaker Bong Joon-ho received Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay. In his natal horoscope, Joon-ho has Pluto conjunct his sun in Virgo, and during the time Parasite began to score major success, Saturn and Pluto were making a favorable transit to that powerful point in his chart. I’m expecting the next six months to be a time when you can make significant progress toward your own version of a Joon-ho style achievement. In what part of your life is that most likely to happen? Focus on it. Feed it. Love it.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Singer-songwriter Jill Scott is strongly committed to her creative process. She tells us, “I was once making a burger for myself at my boyfriend’s house and a lyric started pouring out and I had to catch it, so I ran to another room to write it down, but then the kitchen caught fire. His cabinets were charred, and he was furious. But it was worth it for a song.” My perspective: Scott’s level of devotion to the muse is too intense for my tastes. Personally, I would have taken the burger off the stove before fleeing the scene to record my good idea. What about you, Aquarius?

According to my analysis, you’re in a phase when creative ideas should flow even better than usual. Pay close attention.

Be prepared to capture as much of that potentially lifealtering stuff as possible.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): To protect ourselves and others from the pandemic, most of us have been spending more time than usual at home—often engaged in what amounts to enforced relaxation. For some of us, that has been a problem. But I’m going to propose that it will be the opposite of a problem for you in the next three weeks. In my astrological opinion, your words to live by will be this counsel from author and philosopher Mike Dooley: “What if it was your downtime, your lounging-in-bed-too-long time, that made possible your greatest achievements? Would they still make you feel guilty? Or would you allow yourself to enjoy them?” Δ

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