Santa Barbara Independent 8/17/23

TO THE NINTH GRADE CLASS OF 2023 ON YOUR RITE OF PASSAGE!

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FREE PERFORMANCES | 5:00 + 5:30 PM

Award-winning dancer, choreographer, and deaf artist and advocate Antoine Hunter is joined by members of the Urban Jazz Dance Company, which he founded, in an imaginative, joyful celebration to accompany the exhibition

The Private Universe of James Castle: Drawings from the William LouisDreyfus Foundation and James Castle Collection and Archive .

The Museum will be free 3–5 pm with guided exhibition tours at 3:30 and 4 pm with simultaneous American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation and exhibition family guides.

FREE | State Street Front Terrace | ASL interpretation provided This performance has been made possible through the generosity of Starr Siegele. Santa Barbara Museum of Art | 1130 State Street | www.sbma.net

Editor in Chief Marianne Partridge Publisher Brandi Rivera

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High School Football Preview

by Victor Bryant

This past Saturday, some of our Indy staff went to party it up at MOXI’s 21+ After-Party. They played games, had some delicious drinks, and enjoyed the beautiful rooftop view of Santa Barbara while listening to some music. To add to our fun, we also brought some Mad Libs–inspired fill-in-the-blanks with us! And those of you who came to the table did not disappoint! We had hilarious results like Jane Fonda presenting a bowling ball, boomers willing to offer a small portion of their rubber ducks to matadors, and the academy being aware of certain spots having “something down under.”

Others found they would need the combined efforts of Chevy Chase, the FBI, and Halley’s Comet! Some people’s “press hats” helped them find that the city was drooling, or jumping to meet the bazinga of its residents. At least we can rest easy knowing that Santa Barbara doesn’t have a slugs problem. We had a blast, and we hope you did too with some of our good-old-fashioned, fill-in-the-blank fun!

by RYAN P. CRUZ, CALLIE FAUSEY, JACKSON FRIEDMAN, TYLER HAYDEN, NICK WELSH, and JEAN YAMAMURA, with INDEPENDENT STAFF

Hundreds Get Back-to-School ‘Tools’

by Callie Fausey

For the 11th year in a row, the Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara (HACSB), in partnership with 2nd Story Associates, provided free backpacks and school supplies to low-income youth and families, ahead of the district’s first day of school on August 21. Whether prepping for arts and crafts or calculus, 450 students were able to “shop” the fun assortment of backpacks to find their perfect fit for the upcoming year. Music echoed around the island-themed event space in the Presidio Springs housing complex, muffled by the bustling mix of HACSB families.

Rob Fredericks, HACSB’s executive director and CEO, said that Saturday’s “Tools for School” event was one of the best they’ve held so far, featuring a lot of happy faces and, it seemed, a great deal of relief. Fredericks said he “can’t believe” how high the prices of supplies have risen in recent years.

Every free superhero-, patchwork-, and cheetah-print backpack alone saved parents around $30-$50 each. Unless parents are willing to hunt for a sale or forgo that new princess backpack, families with children in elementary through high school can expect to spend an average of $890.07 on backpacks

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and what goes in them this year, according to a National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics annual survey.

That new backpack itself will cost parents an average of 10.5 percent more than it did in 2019. Families also reported buying more items this year, with the most money going toward electronics such as laptops.

Families with the Housing Authority which provides safe, affordable housing and support services to eligible low-income persons got their supplies relatively late, compared to the 55 percent of consumers

who began purchasing back-to-school items in early July, a number in line with last year’s data but up from 44 percent in 2019.

“We want our families to thrive where they live, through education, and in their jobs. We’re more than just housing,” Fredericks said. “We’re about helping people improve their lives, including our youth, and we want to set them up for having what they need to receive a great education. That includes the basics of a backpack, pencils, pens, paper, notebooks; all that stuff costs a lot of money.”

Council, School District Hold Meeting of Minds

City Leaders Discuss Opening Westside Schools on Weekends, Youth Programs, and Engagement

by Ryan P. Cruz

It was a rare opportunity for the entire Santa Barbara City Council and Santa Barbara Unified School District’s Board of Education to sit down and check in with each other on Monday, as both groups gathered for a joint session to discuss the current programming offered to Santa Barbara’s youth through the city and the school district, and reaffirm their priorities as the new school year approaches.

As S.B. Unified schools prepare to welcome students next week, the city and the district are evaluating how best to work together to rebound after the pandemic with students struggling both academically and socially and how to provide as many resources as possible despite tightening the budget across the board.

S.B. Unified Superintendent Hilda Maldonado, whose contract was recently extended through 2026, opened up the round-table meeting by saying she sees the city and the school district as “separate but intertwined entities serving the same community,” and that they have “mutual interests” to serve the students of Santa Barbara.

A New Approach

During the joint session, city and district staff provided an outline of what is currently available to Santa Barbara students, from Parks and Recreation programs to Public Library resources to new models of teaching literacy and emotional wellness.

Assistant Superintendent ShaKenya Edison provided a big-picture look at how the

district is approaching youth engagement and wellness in schools. It starts with making sure that, while schools are primarily focused on the “A’s” of academics, arts, and athletics, there is a bigger emphasis on “belonging, community, and collaboration.”

To be successful, students need to feel that they belong, she said, and this means that all district employees must be trained in the social and emotional aspects of working with children. Using a rule of fives, Edison explained that every student should be able to identify “at least five” trusted adults they can go to in times of need. That means that teachers, campus safety employees, nutrition staff, or anybody else working in the district will be trained with an emphasis on developing the “core five” social skills

The latest plans for De la Guerra Plaza finally achieved unanimous approval from the city’s Historic Landmarks Commission last week, though the journey to this point has been anything but smooth. After debates over the grass lawn (which was nixed in favor of hardscape), the pavilion/stage feature, and several redesigns, the current plans resemble a classic European city square. RRM Design Group’s proposal will raise the entire plaza to create one even surface and will include a bubbler water feature and Chumash mosaic. To learn more about the history of De la Guerra Plaza, and the several eras leading up to the planned revitalization, see Independent.com.

HEALTH

Mayor Randy Rowse (above) brought out the big scissors on 8/10 to cut the ribbon on Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinic’s new Medical and Behavioral Health Mobile Unit. The $300,000 mobile unit (paid for by one anonymous donor) has two private exam rooms, a bathroom, vaccine storage, and a whole host of medical equipment for checking up on the people who can’t make it out to a clinic themselves, reaching schools across Santa Barbara and Goleta, senior centers, health fairs, agricultural sites, and other locations starting this fall. Staffed by a medical provider, medical assistant, behavioral health specialist, and a nurse, the clinic will also park its services at homeless shelters and underserved neighborhoods where SBNC does not have a permanent clinic, and it will be deployed in areas affected by natural disasters and emergencies.

ENVIRONMENT

For decades, Summerland Beach has suffered from a sticky plague: the constant seepage of oil from more than 200 offshore wellheads, tracing back to the origins of the world’s first offshore oil wells in the 1890s. Despite lying abandoned for more than 80 years, these wells continue to inflict their toll. However, efforts are in progress to permanently cap these wells and prevent further leaks. On 8/14, the process of “re-abandonment” began for Treadwell Pier oil wells 1 and 5, coinciding with the initiation of an ambitious geologic study of the ocean floor off Summerland, spearheaded by environmental nonprofit Heal the Ocean (HTO). Read more at Independent.com.

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CALLIE FAUSEY

Students were able to choose from a wide selection of backpacks, featuring cute designs and characters, at Saturday’s “Tools for School” event hosted by the city Housing Authority and 2nd Story Associates.

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Habitats for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators will be sprouting on farms and ranches along the Central Coast, thanks to a $2 million grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture through its Pollinator Habitat Program. The Cachuma Resource Conservation District and its partners will use the funds to work directly with local farmers and ranchers who wish to apply for up to $200,000 to plant and maintain pollinator habitats, such as hedgerows, cover crops, or riparian forest buffers. Eligible farmers and ranchers can apply at cec.pub/pollinatorapp.

COMMUNITY

Giving new and adorably cute meaning to the notion of “seeing red,” the Santa Barbara Zoo welcomed Raj the red panda (pictured) into his new habitat last week. After arriving in April and doing some behind-the-scenes nesting and getting comfortable in his new home, Raj is now ready to see visitors. His roommate in his new habitat is Mathilda, a Burmese black mountain tortoise and an animal who lives in a similar area to the ones that red pandas do in the wild.

Patricia Bragg, a name associated with apple cider vinegar and other “live” foods, died on 8/10 at the age of 94, the company announced 8/11. Bragg had been CEO of the company for more than 40 years and established it “as a leading natural consumer packaged goods brand,” the press release stated. In 2019, the company was purchased by a consortium of investors, including family friend Katy Perry. The same year, Patricia opened the Patricia and Paul Bragg Foundation, which funds grants to nonprofits working to “improve the lives of people, animals, and the planet.”

COURTS & CRIME

Ricki Newton, 22, of Port Hueneme, was arrested and booked in county jail on suspicion of DUI and vehicular manslaughter following a crash early 8/13 on Highway 101 in Montecito that led to the death of Louis Hernandez Jr., 77, of Santa Paula. Hernandez was a passenger in an SUV reportedly struck by Newton’s Toyota Camry, causing the SUV to go down an embankment off the highway near the Olive Mill Road off-ramp and eject Hernandez from the vehicle. Three others, including Newton, suffered minor to moderate injuries in the crash. CHP is investigating the incident and asks that any witnesses who might have seen the collision contact the CHP Santa Barbara office at (805) 967-1234.

The Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged stabbing incident in Isla Vista late 8/13, in which at least one male suspect was involved in an “heated”

altercation with another group, pulled a knife, and stabbed two male victims, according to Sheriff’s spokesperson Jarrett Morris. The victims did not provide details of the incident, which occurred shortly after midnight on the sidewalk outside of a party on Sueno Road, and both said they did not know the suspected assailant(s). Any members of the public with information are encouraged to call the Sheriff’s Office at (805) 681-4150.

Sheriff’s detectives are searching for suspects in an alleged attempted murder at Haskell’s Beach during a bonfire on 7/28. Two juvenile victims said they were assaulted by 10-20 people that Friday night, Lt. Jarrett Morris stated, and one victim was taken to UCLA Children’s Hospital. Detectives with the Sheriff’s criminal investigation team are treating the incident as an attempted homicide, Morris said, and have been working to identify the suspects. They request that members of the public with information contact the Criminal Investigations Bureau at (805) 681-4150. Tips can be submitted anonymously at sbsheriff.org/home/anonymous-tip and (805) 681-4171.

DA John Savrnoch announced 8/9 that approximately 2,000 bottles of wine and other alcohol illegally possessed by Ocean Fathoms and its principals, Emanuele Azzaretto and Todd Hahn, were disposed with assistance from the City of Santa Barbara and the Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages Control. Azzaretto and Hahn initially entered a plea deal on 7/17 to misdemeanor charges including selling alcohol without a license, aiding and abetting investor fraud, and “illegally discharging material into waters of the United States.” The plea agreement included the destruction of the bottles, estimated to be worth several hundred thousand dollars. In addition, the pair are on probation that prevents them from operating their business and are required to pay $50,000 in restitution to an investor they defrauded.

WEATHER

Santa Barbara County heard a few rumbles of thunder and got a tidy amount of rain on 8/10 in a month that historically rates zero percent for rain. Instead, rain gauges registered as much as 0.8 inches in the hills above Carpinteria but a quarterinch or less most everywhere else. Tropical Storm Eugene brought the rain as it made a northward trek, a reminder that a strong El Niño might arrive this winter. The county is at 200 percent of its normal amount of rainfall, and more rain is in the forecast for 8/21.

CANNABIS

In just the latest example of a Santa Barbara County cannabis appeal squashed by the California Coastal Commission, an appeal of a 25,000-square-foot G&K Farms processing plant at 3561 Foothill Road in Carpinteria fell through during an 8/9 meeting, but not before commissioner (and S.B. city councilmember) Meagan Harmon shared her frustration with the never-ending wave of marijuana-related appeals coming out of the county. “It’s not without some frustration that I find us again having another conversation related to a cannabis appeal,” Harmon said. “It’s clear there are obvious issues at the county level that must be addressed.” Read more at Independent.com. n

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Aid for Maui

S.B.-Born Maui Resident Among Volunteers Helping Those Displaced by Deadly Wildfires

by Callie Fausey

With a death toll of 100 and rising and hundreds more people missing, the wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui that destroyed the historic town of Lahaina are the deadliest in more than a century of U.S. history. Countless homes and acres of the island (including conservation areas) have been reduced to ash, and numerous people are still searching for their loved ones.

Many Maui residents who are not in recovery from the enormous blazes that swept through the island last week are volunteering their time and money to help the hundreds displaced by the fires. Among those volunteers is Santa Barbara native Sara Peyton, who grew up in Toro Canyon and has lived and worked in Maui for four years alongside family members who have resided there for decades.

“Coconut wireless, which is what we call the gossip here … says it [the death toll] is going to be somewhere between 500 and 1,000 deaths,” Peyton estimated, considering the massive destruction in Lahaina and slow response from the state.

Peyton had to evacuate from her home in Kihei for one night due to the PulehuKihei fire that raced toward her neighborhood from the mountains. However, after hopping between friends’ and coworkers’ houses trying to outrun the fire and evacuation orders that night, she was able to return to her home and work the next day.

On Sunday, Peyton volunteered with a group of residents to deliver supplies on a snorkel charter boat to Lahaina. Once she returned home, she shared her experience with the Independent before checking in on her aunt. Peyton said her great-uncle was last seen standing on his roof in Lahaina, fighting to save his home with a hose against the flames burning beneath his feet.

“Everyone is in mourning,” Peyton said. “It’s the only thing on anyone’s mind right now. Maui’s a small community; that’s why we’re all so close-knit and working together. For pretty much everyone who lives here, you’re only one or two or three degrees away from every other person on this island.”

Despite the recent tragedies on the island, Peyton said volunteering was an uplifting experience, and people were in good spirits. They did two runs to the West Side, with

volunteers passing bag after bag of supplies in an assembly line to get everything on the boat. Their arms were carrying loads of essentials, such as fuel, tents, water, food, and a suitcase packed with Monster energy drinks.

The operation took a lot of people, and multiple trips including a jet ski that met them halfway on their second run, with a paddleboard attached to the back to cart supplies to and from the shore. By the end of it all, Peyton was salty and drenched.

“Some of the supplies we did bring over to the West Side were some fat cases of beer,” she continued. “Every single person who lives on this island wants to help out, and so they’ve got a lot of donations of food, water, camping supplies, baby stuff, medical stuff.

“But you know what people forget about? Things like beer. That is also absolutely required to get through a disaster like this. You need some extra joy and normalcy in your life.”

From the Central Coast, Santa Barbara–based charity Direct Relief is mobilizing assistance to those in need in Maui, deliv ering medical supplies, hygiene products, and lifesaving equipment, as well as work ing directly with health-care providers and emergency responders to offer supplies and support for the injured and those suffering from smoke-related health issues.

Federal and state emergency responders have been increasing their presence on the island, and federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Hawai‘i to supplement local recovery efforts on the islands, according to FEMA.

It’s the Maui community itself, though, that has been putting in the legwork to orga nize support and help their communities as quickly as possible. Peyton is currently in the process of applying to be a Red Cross volunteer which has four Central Coast volunteers among the team in Maui to assist with relief efforts but everything she has done so far has been through the hard work and care of the community around her. She said the best thing to do now is to donate directly to families in need or to trusted, community-led fundraisers.

Find links to fundraisers and a longer version of this story at Independent.com.

Santa Barbara–born Maui resident Sara Peyton helps deliver supplies to the West Side of Maui, including essentials such as water, fuel, and food.

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MTD Expands Bus Service

to junior high and high schools, which are noted on the MTD website.

Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (SBMTD) announced several changes ahead of the 2023 school year, including connecting two lines in Western Goleta and a new express freeway bus line between Santa Barbara City College and Carpinteria.

SBMTD Planning and Marketing Manager Hillary Blackerby announced the changes last Thursday, outlining the new services and the start dates for each.

As of August 14, MTD has updated the routes for Line 23 (El Encanto Heights) and Line 25 (Ellwood/Winchester Canyon) to connect and cross the 101 freeway. Now the 23 has become the 25, and vice versa, “to provide riders a one-seat ride through Western Goleta, no matter the direction,” Blackerby said. Also on August 14, there were also “minor changes” to Line 6 (Goleta), Line 11 (UCSB), and Line 20 (Carpinteria).

On August 21, MTD will begin to phase in the annual Booster Service Routes to K-12 schools in the city, with a few changes

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On August 28, in one of the biggest new developments in public transit, MTD will begin offering an express Line 19x service to Carpinteria. While there has been a Line 20 to Carpinteria for years, the express bus will take three trips a day on the freeway directly from Milpas Street to Carpinteria and back.

The two routes were “long requested by the riding public,” and the three trips are scheduled during peak hours: two northbound “a.m. peak” trips, one midday round trip, and two southbound “p.m. peak” trips, with the northbound route from Carpinteria, through Santa Barbara’s Eastside to the SBCC campus.

The Line 19x will run Monday-Friday in sync with SBCC’s semester schedule (the line will not run on school holidays, winter, or spring breaks).

Then on September 25, when UCSB is scheduled to begin its fall quarter, MTD will increase its weekday service for the Line 28 UCSB Shuttle to ensure there will be a new bus every 18 minutes.

To view all changes, follow @santa barbaramtd on Instagram or visit sbmtd.gov

Ryan P. Cruz

Doubling Down on Dual Enrollment

Dual enrollment the program that allows Santa Barbara Unified high school students to attend S.B. City College (SBCC) classes for course credits will be expanding with the help of half a million dollars, the Santa Barbara Unified School District (SBUSD)announced last week. The additional grant funding of $550,000 will be used from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2027.

Over those four years, it will pay for stipends for instructors and counselors to collaborate and articulate courses and increase family engagement and outreach, a dualenrollment data management platform, and professional development for dual-enrollment teachers and counselors.

“Infusing more financial commitment into this partnership is, and always will be, a major goal of ours,” said Dr. Erika Endrijonas, the new superintendent/president at SBCC. “We accept the challenges brought forth by our progressive community, albeit more rigorous academic opportunities or aiding students with needs or interests that require more flexibility.”

SBCC and SBUSD have been collaborating since 1998, providing more than 40 dualenrollment courses over the past 25 years on both campuses, across 13 academic and Career Technical Education departments. It allows students to get college credit in sub-

jects like art and history and work toward their high school diploma in a higher-education setting.

Middle College (which allows high school students to complete their diploma at SBCC) will receive $250,000 of the funding, and $100,000 each for the College and Career Access Pathways programs (dual enrollment) at all three high schools: Santa Barbara, San Marcos, and Dos Pueblos.

“We have seen firsthand the impact it [dual enrollment] has on our community,” said Dr. Hilda Maldonado, SBUSD’s superintendent. “SBCC is an incredible partner and continues to help us challenge the status quo, making sure that we continue to expand educational opportunities that fit the lives of our students. This grant will go a long way to making sure the proper resources are available when our students need them most.”

The news comes alongside the school district’s approval of additional educational services contracts for the 2023-2024 school year.

Last week, the district’s Board of Education approved the total $282,513 contracts, which will primarily fund support and interventions for staff and students in grades TK-12, including $90,000 in professional development materials for elementary teachers in reading and spelling. Callie Fausey

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in students: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship-building skills, and responsible decision-making.

Police Chief Kelly Gordon spoke in the same vein, saying that police officers responding to incidents at schools are now very aware of how their presence can affect students. Since she took over the department just under a year ago, she has been working to ensure police are “sensitive to the learning environment” with investigations on school campuses, she said.

To help foster a more positive relationship between the community and law enforcement, the department has created a more public-friendly relationship with city families, offering Police Activities League summer camps and scholarships, as well as the “Discover Police Recruitment Experience,” which allows kids to see what it’s like being a police recruit.

Doing More with Less

Library Services Manager Molly Wetta and Parks and Recreation Director Jill Zachary also provided an outlook on current programs offered through the city. The library has been able to continue providing a wealth of services, including library tours, class visits, reading ambassador programs, and Library on the Go events. With grant funding, the library also had a program with 16 paid teen interns, which Wetta said helped immensely with summer programming but likely won’t be able to continue without more grant money.

The city Parks and Recreation Department still offers a range of youth programs, but during the joint session it seemed that every program presented had echoes of others no longer offered, either due to logistical problems during the pandemic or from a lack of funding.

One of those funding casualties is the Summer Nights program, which just finished a stellar summer with six nights three on the Westside, three for Eastside families with more than 600 students attending the events. Despite the success, Zachary said there was no money set aside for Summer Nights events in 2024 or 2025, since the city was forced to make “significant budget reductions.”

Similarly, the Summer Fun program, which was founded in 2007 as a way to offer eight weeks of free summer activities for students who couldn’t otherwise afford to attend traditional summer camps, was once offered at three different schools to more than 560 students. This year, Summer Fun was offered at one location, Franklin Elementary School, to about 240 kids, and even so it was only possible because the cost is subsidized by the city, Zachary said.

Parks and Recreation also used to offer free after-school sports, paid for through the city’s general fund, which bused kids from schools to city parks for organized sports. The program went on hiatus during the pandemic, Zachary said, before it was officially snuffed out in 2023 “due to financial reasons” and the added layer of complexity in hiring

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coaches, staff, and transporting hundreds of children daily across town.

Opening School Space to the Public

The city used to allow the public use of school fields for recreation and organized activities. Since 2013, however, there was a transition to school principals overseeing access to the fields, which, coupled with “field maintenance concerns,” Zachary said, made it “clear that it made more sense for that to no longer be a service that the city provided.”

Now, certain fields can be rented for a fee, which varies depending on the location and type of field (turf fields for baseball/soccer cost $25 an hour for youth or $52 an hour for adults). Some campuses, she said, have organically attracted “drop-in field use” simply because there isn’t anywhere else for the public to play.

The city was nudged along by persistent community groups asking for public schools to be reopened for public use specifically in the Westside neighborhoods and now there is a pilot program in the works to open Harding Elementary and La Cumbre Junior High schools on the weekends.

“We’ve heard that there are not enough green spaces and the park spaces are limited on the Westside,” said Steve Venz, S.B. Unified’s chief operations officer. But there are worries about safety, with Venz saying that school staff have often returned on Mondays to find damaged property or “things that you would not want our children to be involved with,” and that opening up the campuses would require extra staff to make sure schools are ready each week.

Councilmember Oscar Gutierrez, who grew up on the Westside and attended Harding and La Cumbre, has been one of the most vocal advocates for reopening schools to the public. He was glad to see the city leadership listening to residents, and suggested that the city consider including McKinley Elementary School in the pilot program to serve the families on the Lower Westside, even if it takes him going to clean the campuses himself: “I live within walking distance of all three of those schools, so I’m willing to volunteer,” he said.

He said it was a team effort by school district and city staff, along with fellow councilmember Alejandra Gutierrez, who helped push toward the pilot program, which he sees as a city-and-county-wide program in the future.

School Boardmember Gabe Escobedo said it’s important that the Parks and Recreation department make sure people know about the program by hosting city-sponsored events to encourage people to use the now-opened spaces.

“It’s gonna take a little while to get the word out for folks that they now have access to green space on the Westside,” Escobedo said. “But if they see soccer games out there, if they see some sort of programming, that’s the easiest indication that you are welcome on this campus come bring your kids, grab a basketball, do whatever.” n

Kathleen Grant

8/23/1937 - 8/7/2023

many nieces, nephews, and grands.

A Rosary and memorial Mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Church, Arroyo Grande on Friday August 18, 2023 at 10:30a and 11:00a respectively.

Richard Joseph Muller

10/21/1942 - 8/10/2023

Kathleen Grant (Sullivan) was born August 23, 1937 in Santa Barbara, California, to Nelson K. and Kathleen Rita Boyd Grant. She was educated at the local parochial schools, graduating from Santa Barbara Catholic High School (now Bishop Garcia Diego High) in 1955. She attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, majoring in Sociology/Anthropology and minoring in English. She graduated in 1960 and moved to Los Angeles where she worked for the University of California, in the Library Department. In 1968, she entered the graduate school of Librarianship, and graduated in 1969 with a Master’s in Library Services.

Kathleen worked at the University of California, Irvine and for the antiquarian book firm of Zeitlin and Ver Brugge in Hollywood. In 1974 she went to work for the County of Los Angeles, first in technical services and then in the field as a reference librarian at Huntington Park, and as an in-charge librarian at Cudahy, Bell and Pico Rivera, from which she retired in 2001.

In October of that year, she married Robert Gerard Sullivan of Milton, New York. In 2003, they relocated to Arroyo Grande, California.

Kathleen was an active member of St. Patrick’s parish and served as a Board member of the local branch of the Italian Catholic Federation (although she made sure that everyone knew she was Irish!) She volunteered as an usher for the Clark Center and as a volunteer worker at the local branch of the County library. She also served for many years as a member of the Board of Directors of her homeowner’s association.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; her parents, Nelson and Kathleen Grant; and her brothers Joseph, Gerald and Boyd. She is survived by her step-son, Sean Sullivan; her brother David Grant (Nadine), her neighborhood brother Scott Bolas, and

in a league. He enjoyed snow skiing, waterskiing, biking and fishing. He taught many to waterski in the family boat and hosted many memorable ski trips at Mammoth Mountain. He and Annette were avid collectors of vintage Porsche 356 cars, having fully restored four gorgeous ones. They were very involved in the Porsche Club where they met many of their lifelong friends. Dick loved to travel – In their early retirement years, Dick and Annette enjoyed dozens of road trips across the country in their RV as well as many fabulous European adventures.

Andy Ray 6/20/1963 - 1/18/2023

because we miss him terribly.

Andy’s life will be celebrated at Tuckers Grove – Area #4 on Sunday, August 27 at 1pm.

RSVP (805) 637-0581

Bruce Strassel

10/13/1954 - 7/25/2023

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Andy Ray on January 18th, 2023, of natural causes at his home in Blaine, Washington.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Richard Joseph “Dick” Muller peacefully passed away on August 10th, 2023 in Santa Barbara, California.

Dick was born on October 21, 1942 in Chehalis, Washington where he was the fourth of sixth children born to Ida Gross Muller and Joseph Muller. Early in his childhood, his parents moved their family to a farm in the small town of Napavine, Washington where he grew up. He graduated from Napavine High School, one of sixteen in his graduating class. Throughout his life, Dick entertained many with childhood stories of fun times on the farm and of living in a small town.

Following high school, Dick joined the Air Force. He proudly served the United States from 1960-1964 as Air Police where he was based in Okinawa, Japan and guarded the B-52’s. Throughout his life, he truly cherished his time serving our country and spoke of it often. After leaving the Air Force, he moved to Santa Barbara where he met the love of his life. In August of 1967 he married Annette Aharonian and several years later he became a father to their only child, Becky.

Dick is known to many as the longstanding owner of Santa Barbara’s two well-loved Fosters Freeze restaurants. He very much enjoyed working with and mentoring the many high school and college aged employees that worked for him, a role that meant a great deal to him throughout his life.

In his spare time, Dick volunteered as an umpire for Little League and a referee for the local high school football teams. In the early years of marriage, he and Annette bowled weekly

Without question, Dick’s proudest accomplishment was his family! A committed, always-present and exemplary husband and father, his family made his world go-around! He truly adored his wife and daughter and the feeling was mutual! As the family grew, he enjoyed many happy times with his grandsons and son-in-law. He was a beloved grandfather, known as “Poppy”, to his two grandsons and loved playing with them and making them pancake breakfasts.

Dick was a friend to all – An incredibly kind man with a big heart and a great personality. He valued honesty and integrity and will be sorely missed.

Dick is survived by his wife of nearly 56 years Annette Muller, daughter Becky Bruno, sonin-law Christopher Bruno and grandsons Thomas and Matthew Bruno. He is also survived by his siblings and their families: Bertha Bluhm, Marie Kohse, Joe Muller, Leroy Mueller, Christine Muller, and 16 nieces and nephews.

Dick will be buried at the Santa Barbara Cemetery and will receive a military funeral honors ceremony. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, September 10th. For details and to RSVP, please contact Becky Bruno at: beckyabruno@yahoo. com.

The family would like to thank his hospice nurses, doctors, caregivers and the many friends who have lent their support during this difficult time.

Andy was a backpacking enthusiast who explored much of the Sierras, Cascades, Rockies, and the South West. Andy loved the Santa Barbara’s back country, hiking most of it before graduating high school. His passion for the performing arts led him to join the marching band at Goleta Valley Jr high; then the choir at Dos Pueblos.

Later, as a music major, he toured Spain with the SBCC Chamber Singers. Andy’s talents lead him to perform on TV, stage, and many venues with the SB Men’s Ensemble. He landed the lead in a Crested Butte theater production of Kiss Me Kate in CO. Many will also remember his solo gigs with his guitar.

Andy built lifelong friendships through the sports that he loved. He was accomplished at skateboarding, motorcycle riding, snowboarding, and mountain biking. He was also an ace disc golfer at his home course at Evergreen. He is accredited a whole new generation of disc golfers due to his sharing it with the ones he loved.

Andy’s desire for the road less travelled took him to the Pacific Northwest in 1998; eventually, settling in Blaine, WA. As a self taught mechanic, he loved working on his Ford trucks, which he used to explore the Cascades with his beloved dogs by his side. He was a man of few words, preferring to stay in motion. His out of the box view of the world was treasured by his family and friends.

Would it be there, on a lapping shore Or feathered wings across the sapphire sky Do we comb the depths of a shadowed woods To know one more day beside a beloved son.

So, we beckon now the growing dawn To shine voice onto mountain, rock, and Tree,

Bruce Leonard Strassel passed away on July 25th, after a  brief illness.  Bruce deeply loved God, his family and his friends.  He leaves behind his brother Rich, his wife Susan, son, Paul, daughter,  Hara (husband Mike) grandchildren: Chad, Deyana and Anthony; and his great granddaughter Mimi.

At a young age, his spirit of adventure led him to Italy where he spent time in Rome, studying Italian and exploring the city.  Next he took a cross country trip with his friend, Marc, (who joined him for part of the journey) from North Hollywood, where Bruce was raised, to Key West, FL.

Bruce then traveled to Alaska, lived in Oregon and eventually moved to Morro Bay, CA.  He got married in Santa Barbara, and worked for the Gas Co. for over 30 years.  He was passionate about riding his bike, with lifelong friend Marc, and he enjoyed listening to music, especially when going to concerts with life long friend, Brad.  His good friend, Chuck, helped him to stay close in his faith and devotion to God.

Shortly before Bruce left us, to go on to his next adventure beyond this realm, he told his grandson, Chad, “Always in your spirit,  fly FREE.”  Now Bruce, brother, husband, father, grandfather,  great grandfather, and friend you are able to in your spirit, fly FREE.  You will be forever in our hearts, and we will always be grateful for having you in our lives.  We miss you.

There will be a celebration of Bruce’s life in Ben Lomond, CA.  Please contact s.strassel007@gmail.com for more information.

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Ed Ransford, Ph.D. 8/27/1936 - 7/24/2023

Professor Emeriti (USC, Department of Sociology)

Ed Ransford died peacefully on July 24, 2023 at Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara. He was born in Los Angeles to his parents, Henry and Marguerite, August 27, 1936 and grew up in West Pasadena in an area known as San Rafael. He went to public schools and many of his friends from that time in his life have kept in touch with him over the years. He had a close relationship with his older sister, who died in 2020. Ed’s warmth, intelligence, kindness, great interest in others and superb listening skills touched anyone he came in contact with. He was a beautiful soul; a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Ed and his first wife had two incredible sons, Todd and Jeff. His relationships with each son was unique and special and he maintained an active interest in each of their lives. There was always time for intellectual discussions and challenges to the status quo. Ed and his wife Chris Fredericks moved to Carpinteria in 2011 and quickly immersed themselves in the close community of this small beach town.  They were both volunteers at the Carpinteria Art Center.

Ed has four wonderful grandchildren and one great granddaughter, born on June 2nd. Partial commentary on his loss from granddaughter Elaina speaks to the impact he had on their lives:  “…Devastated by the loss of my incredible Granddad. Hilarious, kind, creative, and brilliant… an incredibly talented upright bass player and jazz musician, and an amazing husband.”

From his grandson, Cameron, “…He was an incredible man who was so ahead of his time in many ways. He had a profound impact on his community and countless students… He had a unique way of lighting up any room he entered with his trademark sense of humor and love for life. The world is a worse place without him.”

Ed was a legendary faculty member of the USC Sociology department for more than 50 years. Ed came  to USC Sociology in 1969 after earning a Bachelor’s degree from Occidental College, and Masters and PhD degrees from UCLA. As a young scholar, Ed conducted some of the most important research on the Watts riots and was a pioneer in developing intersectionality theory and research. Later, Ed joined his interest in race relations with medical sociology, focusing his research and teaching on health justice, and how the interaction of race and class inequalities impact health and medical care access. His most recent work identified the barriers to health care among Latino immigrants in the Los Angeles area. A winner of USC’s Associates Award for Excellence in Teaching and numerous other teaching awards, Ed was beloved by generations of undergraduates, and served as a generous mentor for many graduate students. Ed served the department as Director of Undergraduate Studies for more than 20 years. His gentle demeanor, warm presence, and unwavering positivity toward work and life were universally appreciated by his faculty and staff colleagues.

Ed was also a lover of jazz and an accomplished musician. Many friends and acquaintances had the chance to see Ed play the upright bass at various clubs in the region. More recently he was a member of two different groups in the Santa Barbara area, Jazz Mandala and the Americana Cats, playing at various local venues. He was a committed athlete; a surfer in his youth, windsurfer, body boarder, gym workout fiend, and lover of all things “ocean.” Ed’s playfulness, humor, and kindness were omnipresent. Known as “The King” by his best friend/ childhood buddy, John Holmquist, their favorite saying was, “Peace to the King!” Peace to you, dear Ed. You will be greatly missed.

Craig Gilbert

1957-2023

A True Santa Barbara Legend

BY MARK ALVARADO

Santa Barbara High School has produced premier athletes who have gone on to be major college players, Olympic stars, and professional standouts. The legend that is Craig Gilbert is often discussed as one of those athletes who stood with the greatest that the Dons ever produced. Born with the God-given talent to play any sport he wanted, “Craigy,” as he was affectionately called by childhood friends, chose basketball. One of the best in the history of Santa Barbara, he played the game with grace and supernatural talent.

Craig was a star at Santa Barbara High in the mid ’70s. In his senior season, the top-ranked Dons went 23-2, losing in the exclusive CIF 4A playoffs to Palos Verdes, which started center Bill Laimbeer, who went on to fame with the Detroit Pistons.

Craig was an NBA prospect, playing at Santa Barbara City College and Oxnard College before he fell victim to a recruitment scam by two coaches at the University of New Mexico. Slated to be celebrated as the school’s starting point guard in 1979, Craig’s dejected face ended up on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Craig was shafted by the coaches’ transcript forgeries. The national scandal killed his basketball career and was a personal blow for Craig that was felt deeply by his family, his friends, and the neighborhood kids who admired him as a local celebrity long before he left for New Mexico.

It wasn’t just the fact that Craig in his prime, at 6’3”, could glide through the air (like Michael Jordan) and dunk with ease. He was better known as the player who moved in and out of a full-court press like a cat. The crowd grew excited with his ball-handling skills, shooting, and defense. Games often ended with his million-dollar smile and a feeling of certainty in the gym that he’d got the best of the other team. It all made Craig a favorite among basketball fans.

But there was more to Craig Gilbert. He knew his status as a basketball player could help others, and he would offer advice, not only about the game, but on how to be a good person, always in his peaceful, thoughtful way. His presence at the Santa Barbara Boys Club during the 1970s and ’80s, and as a youth football coach, provided a sense of pride and dignity for all the kids who admired and loved him.

Later in life, Craig fell on hard times. He struggled personally and became known as public enemy number one at Ortega Park. As a boy growing up, the park was only a block from his house. He’d go there after church every Sunday to play ball and to barbecue. It made sense for Craig to use the park when his life turned upside down. When the city police department began interrogating people for spending all day and night in the park, people began calling him the Mayor of Ortega Park because he stood up and defended their rights.

His park life ended after he got into a skirmish with a city councilmember. Jason Dominguez was at the park taking a cell-phone video of Craig, who asked him to stop. The story goes that Craig snatched the phone out of Dominguez’s hand, and Dominguez pressed assault charges. Craig was banned from the park.

The overall homeless situation in Ortega Park forced the city to start a redevelopment process. Craig showed up to an early meeting and spoke about himself and the park. For many, he was “that Black guy in the park.” But for we who knew of his basketball stardom and of his upbringing in Santa Barbara’s rich African-American community, he spoke eloquently, with dignity and confidence, about belonging to the neighborhood. He apologized for the problems the park was experiencing. Deep down, Craig Gilbert was hanging on to not only his own personal dignity, but also the legacy of his community.

Craig was born on July 30, 1957, in Santa Barbara. His parents, William and Georgia Mae Gilbert, migrated from Shreveport, Louisiana. His cousin Johnny Gilbert ran a 9.2 100-meter dash as a member of the 1961 U.S.A. Dual Track Team that included Olympian Bob Hayes. His younger cousin Tony Gilbert was a phenomenal athlete who went on to run track and play football at Michigan State; he tragically lost his life to cancer while still in college. Craig’s siblings are Jacquelyn Nadine Hill, Shelia Lee, Eric Gilbert, and Dexter Gilbert. His children include Tiana Lopez, Jeremy Gilbert, Corey Chilson, Crystal Lopez, Brandon Sanchez, Marcus Gilbert, Elijah Gilbert, and Malaikah Gilbert.

Thankfully, Craig was able to obtain supportive permanent housing and live comfortably before his passing. Despite his shortcomings, he always kept his charming personality and his head up in the face of adversity. He keeps his place as a true Santa Barbara legend not only because he was that good of a basketball player, but because his innate goodness touched others with his kind spirit.

Funeral services for Craig Gilbert will be held August 19 at New Life Church, 50 Alamar Avenue, 11 a.m. The reception will follow at the Santa Barbara Fraternal Order of Eagles 442 at 923 Bath Street. A GoFundMe can be found at tinyurl.com/ CraigGilbertFuneral to help cover funeral expenses.

Seth Anderson, MD

1938-2023

Infectious Diseases Sleuth

BY SCOTT ANDERSON

Dr. Seth Anderson was infamous for doing rounds late at night; for always having a cup of coffee on hand (and making a pot for everyone whenever one wasn’t available); for frequently ordering obscure labs; for often driving lab techs to bemusement and frustration over his fussiness with how he wanted said labs to be run; and for presenting a curmudgeonly exterior that rapidly gave way to a tender heart of gold and a willingness for lengthy late-night conversations.

I had already known some of these characteristics of my father, but when I posted that he had passed, comments poured out from nurses and co-workers at Goleta Valley Cottage and Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara that further detailed the story of his career, all noting his intimidating presence while declaring their deep love and admiration for him regardless. A common refrain emerged: “Smartest man in the room.”

A notable physician specializing in the field of infectious diseases, with an additional specialty in tropical medicine, Seth Anderson died on July 1 at the age of 85 after a long battle with the blood anemia disorder myelodysplasia.

Born in 1938 in Waco, Texas, Seth Anderson moved around quite a bit through his childhood as a Navy brat, as his father served at multiple locations as a Navy chaplain. He loved both reading and sports, and he gained a deep appreciation for opera after attending a performance with his aunt Phyllis. While he loved and played all sports available to him, his truest love was football, and he attended Pacific Lutheran University, where he lived out his dream of playing college-level football. Seth went on to attend the University of Washington for medical school, where he not only gained a world-class medical education but also became deeply attached to Huskies football. His Huskies were so beloved to him that it will surprise no one who knew him to learn that Seth was wearing a purple Huskies T-shirt on the morning he died.

While in medical school, he enlisted in the Navy, which gave him the opportunity to attend Stanford for a postdoctoral fellowship, where he studied under the renowned Dr. Jack Remington. He gained his subspecialty in tropical medicine during a 14-week stint studying in Thailand, and he eventually served his residency at Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, New York. It was while working there that an attractive nurse named Karen Cook caught his eye. They went on to marry and have three children.

Early in their marriage, Seth and Karen spent three blissful years stationed at the naval base in Puerto Rico, eventually moving to Foster City, California. It was when their second child was imminently due that Seth received the call from Navy leadership: He was to head to Bethesda Naval Hospital to develop an infection control unit. For the next few years, the Andersons lived in Potomac, Maryland. In January 1976, Seth was named a Fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, their highest honor. He was only 37 at the time. He maintained this standard of excellence throughout his career, and in 2018 he was named Physician of the Year for Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.

While he was stationed at Bethesda in the late ’70s,

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Leonard Herbert Kaplan 4/3/1932 - 8/13/2023

world, volunteering their time delivering food to people in need, and assisting with local community events. Following Barbara’s passing, Len moved to Somerby Memory Care in Mt Pleasant, SC in January 2022 to be closer to family. Len’s kind-hearted nature and infectious sense of humor brightened the lives of those around him.

Leonard Herbert Kaplan, age 91, passed away on August 13, 2023. He was born on April 3, 1932 to Jacob (Jack) Kaplan and Jennie (Jay) Kaplan, in Lynn, Massachusetts. Len obtained his Pharmacy Degree from the New England College of Pharmacy, subsequently serving in the army while stationed in Germany with his wife, Eleanore.

Seth and Karen decided it was time for him to go into private practice and move westward. With two grandparents in San Diego and one in Carpinteria, they landed on Santa Barbara, where Seth practiced medicine for the next 45 years.

What stood out to many who experienced Seth’s care was the extraordinary compassion and diligence he extended. He was known for spending lengthy amounts of time with each patient, often to his own fiscal disadvantage. I will always remember a sunset dinner at the restaurant on Leadbetter Beach, when an older couple came to our table to greet my dad briefly, and I noted tears brimming in the wife’s eyes. When I asked what that was about, my father demurred and simply said the man had been his patient and they were just thanking him for taking care of him. When I pushed further as to what the man had recovered from, the wife’s tears became clear: The man had been within an inch of dying from necrotizing fasciitis (also known colloquially as the “flesh-eating disease”), and my father’s last-minute catch had literally saved this man’s life. This is but one of many stories that could be told of how Seth’s intervention saved a life.

After being forced to slow down due to heart surgery in 2018, followed by advancement of his myelodysplasia, Seth reluctantly retired from his practice in April of this year, at the age of 84. Following his retirement party held in May at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, he sat in wonder and astonishment at both the turnout and the words spoken to him from colleagues. He had always known he was a good doctor. He hadn’t quite realized he was a beloved one.

Seth Anderson is survived by his wife of 57 years, Karen; sons Rick and Scott; daughter Kristin; daughter-in-law Julie; and grandchildren Natalie and Connor. He leaves behind a legacy of deep commitment to the health of Santa Barbara residents, and he will be deeply missed.

For the majority of his life, Len resided in Needham, Massachusetts where he was a beloved figure in the community. He was the owner of two pharmacies in the Boston suburbs including the Needham Apothecary. The entire family participated in helping to run the business. His wife Eleanore managed the cosmetics department and children Debbie, David, and Jo as well as cousins and friends ran cash registers, delivered prescriptions, and restocked shelves. Len made a point of knowing every customer’s name and details about their families as he truly loved connecting with people and would often trek to the store in the middle of the night to personally deliver emergency prescriptions.

After the passing of his first wife, Eleanore, on February 1, 1992, Len married Barbara Kaplan and they lived in Santa Barbara, California.

His years with Barbara were spent traveling to nearly every country in the

Len leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. He is survived by his daughter Debbie Kaplan and husband Jeff Hoffman, his son David Kaplan and wife Juli, his daughter Jo Gartenberg and husband Dave and his stepsons Lee, Ken, Glenn and wife Bianca Kaplan. Len’s memory will also be cherished by his grandchildren Larissa and husband Sean O’Loughlin, Liza Gibbs and husband Graham Keeth, Dana Hoffman and husband Eric Kelly, Jack Kaplan and fiancé Katie Blanton, Jessica Kaplan, Richard, Joel and Charlie Gartenberg, Sam Kaplan, and Cole Kaplan. He was also a proud greatgrandfather to Luka and Ellie O’Loughlin. Len was predeceased by his sister, Leah Siegel, who held a special place in his heart.

The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all who have offered their support and love during this challenging time. May the cherished memories of Len’s life and his positivity continue to bring warmth, joy, and inspiration to all whose lives he touched.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org.

Douglas McNattonClark

4/25/1955 - 8/9/2023

there for Douglas to the very end, loving and supporting him.

Douglas is survived by his siblings, Stephen McNatton and his wife Vivian, Gary McNatton and his partner Michael Bodziner, Elizabeth Akers, Lisa Cooley and her husband Robert Cooley.  Nephew Stephen W. McNatton and wife Beth, Nieces Mary Beth Beaver, Bailey Akers, Macy Hooks and Husband Patrick Hooks.

Douglas will for ever be in our hearts.

Douglas Clark McNatton

(Doug) 68 of Montecito, CA

passed away on August 9th, 2023 in his home from a long illness.  He was born April 25,1955 in Evansville, Indiana to James and Lillian McNatton.  Douglas graduated from Davies’s County High School and earned a BA degree from Brescia University.  It wasn’t until later in life that Douglas followed his passion and studied the Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wells in Charleston, SC.  From this he became a most talented trained chef and ultimately Private Chef.

To know Douglas was to love him.  Even as an adult Douglas remained a big kid with an even bigger heart.  He adored his friends, family and his cat Sailor.  His favorite song was Deacon Blue by Steely Dan.  He loved being near water be it a turquoise pool or deep blue ocean.  Douglas was always the first in line for the diving board.  Douglas loved life and an adventure.  Though these adventures he got to experience many wonderful things and meet so many beautiful people.

Though Douglas resided in California for many years he held his southern roots and his family close to his heart.  Every Summer he would visit his family in Kentucky.  He loved his sweet tea, farm stand tomatoes and rummaging through a dusty antique store.  On these many visits with his family you would find him in the kitchen preparing a feast of his favorite southern foods.  A few of his specialties was his fried chicken and his renowned Shrimp & Grits and his Mom’s Coconut Cake.

Douglas had a keen eye for design, he had the ability to find a diamond in the rough and he eventually brought this talent to the kitchen where he cooked for many celebrities, and well known families.  Including his beloved John Saladino a renowned Architect and Interior designer who resides in Montecito.

Like many people who were lucky enough to know Douglas John Saladino, Sheila Lambert and his dear Javier Acosta were

Arrangements entrusted to McDermott-Crockett Mortuary

Ira Philip Weinstein

9/21/1939 - 5/13/2023

Ira walked out and peeked in the window of the lab’s door, only to see a group of monkeys trotting around like they owned the place. It turned out that one of the monkeys from Salk’s polio research had not only gotten out of its cage, but it also opened all the other monkey cages. The ruckus Ira was hearing was the sound of a full-blown lab monkey hoedown. It was a great example of how human and animal behavior, emotion and problem-solving can delay the most rigid scientific research. At this point, Ira realized he wanted to pursue Clinical Psychology instead of Industrial Psychology and, a year later, he transferred to Michigan State University – he already owned plenty of winter-wear.

Counseling Center Director, he also taught Abnormal Psychology and he acted as temporary Vice President of Student Affairs for a year. Fashion-wise, this was the height of Ira’s long-haired look. He occasionally wore a leather headband (he let his daughter borrow it for a hippie costume in the 90’s), and his long hair framed his perfect horseshoe mustache. During his 8 years at UCSB, Ira married his wife, Lotte, had a baby girl, Erika, and he successfully navigated another fashion revolution. At this point, he missed doing his clinical work and he wanted to spend more time with his family, so he decided to go into private practice full time.

when you could find him with his head shaved, wearing a Kangol hat, leather jacket and sleek eyeglasses.

Ira Philip Weinstein, Ph.D. passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara, CA, on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Ira was born in Brooklyn, New York (go Dodgers!) on September 21st, 1939, to Esther (Horowitz) and Sam Weinstein. Esther was a loving matriarch who passed her incredible fashion sense down to Ira. From Sam, Ira inherited a charisma that provided him with an exceptional ability to connect with all people, ultimately inspiring him to pursue a career in psychology and understanding the human brain. When his parents brought baby Ira home to their Crown Heights apartment, an unbreakable bond was formed between him and his 3-year-old sister, Rhoda, who remains a devoted and loving older sibling.

After graduating from Erasmus Hall High School in 1957, Ira attended CCNY, Baruch School of Business to study accounting. Esther and Sam wanted an accountant in the family, but when Ira took a psychology class, his parents’ dreams were dashed. His mother should have known he could never reach his true fashion potential as an accountant. With that, Ira officially changed his major and he eventually began working towards his Ph.D. in Industrial Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh.

While studying on a Sunday in Pittsburgh, Ira sought solitude in his office at the university. That solitude was short-lived when Ira heard a huge commotion in the lab down the hallway where Jonas Salk was doing ongoing polio research.

After earning his Ph.D. at Michigan State in 1966, Ira finally headed south for a change of scenery and a new color palette. When he was hired as a Professor of Psychology at University of Tennessee, Knoxville (go Big Orange!), Ira already knew how to look great in bright colors, thanks to his fashionista mother. In addition to teaching in Knoxville, Ira trained students at the university’s mental health clinic and he also had a part-time private practice. Ira’s proudest accomplishment in Knoxville was the birth of his son, Matthew. His second proudest accomplishment in Knoxville was the community mental health program he developed, in which he trained peer counselors to work with underserved populations. This program also caught the attention of the Dean of Student Affairs at UCSB. He was searching for a new Counseling Center Director while Santa Barbara was recovering from the anti-war demonstrations that resulted in the burning of the Bank of America building.

Ira was invited to interview for the job and, while he would never admit it, he was surely already planning his new, 1970’s Southern California style before he stepped off the plane. He was most excited about the prospect of being able to create a peer counseling program on a large scale at UCSB, but he was also looking forward to living somewhere that did not require a separate summer and winter wardrobe. Looking sharp, Ira walked through Isla Vista on his way to be interviewed at UCSB, but the civil unrest was still fresh in our local college town and Ira got caught up in a cloud of tear gas. Somehow, he still made it to his interview, and he was hired – but he always warned his son and daughter to avoid tear gas, especially before job interviews. While Ira was working as the

For the next 40 years, Ira thrived professionally. His life’s work was to help his patients with their problem solving and living the best version of their lives to the fullest, and this was how he left an indelible mark on all their lives. His great skill as a therapist was to untangle human problems – he was especially adept at couples counseling, as well as teaching people to reparent themselves if their problems stemmed from difficult or abusive childhoods. He was considered a guardian angel to many, and his kindness, wisdom, and compassionate support lifted the spirits of everyone he encountered. During this time, he served on the Board of Directors for CALM. Ira was extraordinarily passionate and committed to fighting against the sexual abuse of children. His work for the agency and its staff gave him an immense sense of satisfaction. Fashion-wise, this was the era when Ira started shaving his beard into a goatee and he transitioned into wearing more hats, sweaters and flashy eyeglasses –and the kids stopped buying him ties for Father’s Day.

Ira served as a Board Member for Temple B’nai B’rith for 8 years. Despite looking dapper in a yarmulke, Ira did not consider himself a religious Jew, but he felt very strongly about being Jewish culturally. Supporting the Temple for its work in the local community allowed Ira to continue his mental health philanthropy well beyond his retirement. Ira was considered a bright light within the temple community, and he symbolized a life well lived. Ira used to lend his deep, booming voice to prayer readings at Temple services. He even participated in story time at the Temple –there is most likely a generation of children at B’nai B’rith who believe the real “Voldemort” from Harry Potter performed in their Purim play, thanks to Ira’s voice. This was also a time

As Ira’s schedule allowed for more playtime, he became an avid lawn bowler at McKenzie Park. He forged warm friendships with all his lawn bowling buddies and he was serious about his training. His love for poker was reignited, and he scheduled his life around his Friday and Sunday poker games. Ira’s various passions allowed him to approach his career, life, fashion, marriage and fatherhood with a sense of humor. He loved being a father and grandfather, and he absolutely adored his grandsons. The true love of Ira’s life was his wife, Lotte – he always said that marrying her was the best decision he ever made. They were also a perfect musical match since her singing nourished his soul and she let him believe he sounded just like Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan.

Ira is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Lotte Weinstein, his son Matthew Wolf (Tania Thiele) and daughter Erika Weinstein (Jed Weinstein), his grandsons Jake and Wyatt Wolf, his sister Rhoda Korman, and his nephew Scott Korman and niece Stacey Vargas (Luis Vargas). He is also survived by his dear, devoted friends at Maravilla who will miss seeing him in his wild shirts and hats – he was a fashion animal until the very end.

The Weinstein Family is grateful to honor the UCLA Hospitalists at Cottage Hospital, Dr. Stephen Vampola, Dr. Amanda Scott, Dr. Michael Bordofsky, Valle Verde Health Center’s Nurse’s Station #3 and VNA Hospice Care.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate in Dr. Ira P. Weinstein’s name to:

CALM Santa Barbara

1236 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

https://calm4kids.org/

A Celebration of Ira’s Life will take place:

2:00PM on Sunday, September 10, 2023

Congregation B’nai B’rith at Trinity Lutheran Church

909 North La Cumbre Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93110

OPTIONAL ATTIRE: wear a fun, colorful shirt to honor Ira

Ana Marie Galindo

6/7/1956

- 8/10/2023

Ana Marie Maynez Galindo

was born on June 7, 1956, in Santa Barbara, California and passed away peacefully on August 10, 2023, with her loving family at her side. She bravely struggled for many years against Alzheimer’s-Dementia and its devastating intrusion into her once beautiful, innocent life.

Ana Marie grew up in Santa Barbara on the Mesa with her parents and four brothers. She was the eldest and only girl in the family and would help care for her younger siblings. She graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1974. In 1999, Ana Marie, her husband Daniel and their youngest child relocated from Santa Barbara to Oxnard.

Ana Marie had a successful career in the jewelry manufacturing industry (Josten’s), then as an executive telecommunications officer (Global Crossing), and as a realtor (Keller-Williams). She had an incredible work ethic and a talent for quickly earning the loyalty of her co-workers.

Ana Marie was a highly positive, fun-loving person with an infectious laugh who was dedicated to keeping her family unified. She and her husband Daniel routinely hosted family barbeques which incorporated lively card games and horseshoe tossing competitions. She was also a loving and supportive mother. She was very active in supporting her daughter Monica’s Flamenco dancing, her daughter Melissa’s gymnastic competitions and their son Michael’s high school athletics, nonprofit theater involvement, and music. She also encouraged her children to pursue their college studies. Her children were everything to her. She had many friends that she valued and cherished. She was always so upbeat and positive. She kept everyone in a good mood. She had dimples that would light up a room. One of her greatest pleasures was going out marathon dancing with her husband Daniel, something that they

did often in their earlier years. She also enjoyed traveling, in particular, to tropical places like Jamaica and the Virgin Islands. One of her last fun-filled outings was to the Big Island of Hawaii with her husband and friends.

Ana Marie is survived by her loving husband of 33 years Daniel, daughters Monica M. Luna (Josh), Melissa M. Marquez (Gabe), her son Michael M. Galindo, siblings Robert, David, Joey, John and grandchildren Gabriel, Isabella, Kiana, and Giuliana. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert A. Maynez and Alice Kirkwood Maynez of Santa Barbara.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, from 4:00pm to 9:00pm with a rosary to be recited at 6:00pm at Garcia Mortuary, 629 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 10:00am, at Our Lady of Sorrows, 21 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara, CA. 93101, with a burial service to follow at Calvary Cemetery, 199 N. Hope Ave. Santa Barbara, CA 93110.

For map, direction to ceremony locations, to sign the family’s online guestbook, share stories, and post pictures please visit www.garciamortuaryoxnard.com and click on Ana Marie’s name under “Obituaries”.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the family owned and operated Garcia Mortuary, 629 South “A” Street, Oxnard, California. For further information please call (805) 486-9148

Fritz Lindblom Jr. 1929 - 2023

In 1949 Fritz met the love of his life Bette (Preceded in death). They married and had three children; son Marc, son Scott (Preceded in death) and daughter Patti. In 1955 Fritz and Bette moved to San Bernardino Ca. and a few years later to Santa Barbara. Where they lived the remainder of their lives.

Fritz is survived by his sister Virginia, children; Marc, Patti Lindblom/Yahyavi (Russ), Grandchildren; Alix, Tyler, Leah, Haley and first Great Grandson who is due this Nov. 2023.

nominated for an Oscar, “Last of the Mohicans,” “Addams Family Values,” “Death Becomes Her.” He was brought in to help edit “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” and the pilot for “Miami Vice”. His editing of the TV movie, “The Jericho Mile” earned him an Emmy for Best Editing. He served on the Board of the Academy of Motion Pictures and in 2009 was presented a Career Achievement Award by the American Cinema Editors.

with colleagues and family.

Artie and his wife Susan shared a love of travel, especially to Italy, loved the arts and the opera. He and his wife supported Santa Barbara’s Music Academy of the West, as well as the LA Opera.

Our loving Father passed away at the age of 93 years young after a long battle with kidney disease. He really suffered the last three years of his life going to Dialysis. He will be truly missed! Fritz was born in Duluth Minnesota to Fritz Sr. and Violet Lindblom. He was raised in Duluth and became a successful Plumbing contractor for many years until his retirement. He was truly a master at his craft.

Arthur

“Artie” R. Schmidt

6/17/1937 - 8/5/2023

Artie never forgot his early struggles in the film industry and those who mentored him in his early years, editors like Dede Allen and Jim Clark. Artie continued that tradition by mentoring and encouraging many young aspiring filmmakers, wherever he met them – in the editing room, at film schools or film festivals.

For almost 25 years, he loved hosting his large family at his home for Thanksgiving.  He was a great cook, whose meals were to be remembered for their panache and originality. He was always coming up with new dishes, especially salads.

Artie Schmidt died suddenly and peacefully at his home in Santa Barbara. He was 86. Artie was born in Hollywood, California and the rest is cinema history.

Artie was a skilled film editor, following in the footsteps of his father, Arthur P. Schmidt (“Some Like it Hot “, “Sunset Boulevard”, “Sabrina”), who died while Artie was living in Spain, teaching ESL. He returned to Los Angeles for the funeral: a few months later, at a loss for a job, his father’s assistants offered him an apprenticeship. And so began the early years of learning the trade. At the time, it took almost as much time to become an editor as it did a doctor: first an apprenticeship, then at least 8 years as an assistant editor.

Throughout his remarkable 30+ year career, Artie’s unparalleled talent graced the silver screen, and his work touched the hearts of countless moviegoers worldwide. He was a two-time Academy Award winner for Film Editing of the Robert Zemeckis films: “Forrest Gump” and “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” He had a long collaboration with Zemeckis – 9 films, to include the “Back to the Future” trilogy, “Cast Away,” and “Contact.” Artie also worked with director Mike Nichols editing “The Birdcage” and “Primary Colors.”

Other notable films he edited included “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” for which he was

Talking to them about editing, his most frequent mantra was “keep it simple”. Others were: “Don’t manipulate, the footage tells you how to cut, listen to the film rather than imposing your own ideas or ‘style’, a bad cut can be as offensive as a missed beat in a symphony, editing is the final rewrite, cuts should remain invisible to the eye – but I want you to feel their impact.”

A strong believer in the benefits of a good education, Artie supported his school, Notre Dame High School, Sherman Oaks, and his alma mater, Santa Clara University, and talked to their film & theater student groups. “The students absolutely loved him: he was always the most requested meeting during our annual trip down to LA”. He would also encourage them to have a well rounded life: “read, go to the theater, museums, look at art, travel”. He always seemed to be reading six books at once: the combined height of the various piles of books on his bedside table once clocked in at 32 inches

Aside from his stellar filmography, his family, friends, collaborators and fans will remember him for his kindness, warmth, and genuine goodness. He always said what he thought, and was incapable of telling a lie: after a rather disastrous preview, we couldn’t answer the phone for days, because he knew his mother would be calling to see how it went, but everyone involved had been sworn to secrecy. His dry wit would get laughs in a tense editing room or over a shared meal

He was a cherished husband, a loving uncle, a devoted son and brother, and a dear friend to many. His warm smile and kind-hearted nature endeared him to all who were fortunate enough to know him.He is survived by his beloved wife, Susan, his brothers, Fr. Ron Schmidt, and Gregory Schmidt, 4 nieces and 4 nephews (editors and film-makers among them) and many cousins and family members.

As we bid farewell to Artie, we find solace in the indelible mark he left on the world of cinema and the countless fond memories his friends and colleagues have shared with us. He is dearly missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

Rest in peace, dear Artie. We love you.

Memorial Service

Sat., August 26, 2023 11:00AM

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church

1300 E Valley Rd

Santa  Barbara, CA 93108

Reception to follow.

“He was incredibly talented and a joy to work with. He was a true gentleman and I am honored to have known him and to have created what we did together.”

Director Robert Zemeckis

“Your story will live on through your special talent and ever-present humanity.”

Christopher Brown.

“So sorry to learn about Artie’s passing. He was one of the few gentlemen left in the world, and he was always such interesting company”

Henry and Rebecca Tinsley

DEATH OF

The Rise and Self-Inflicted Fall of the News-Press

by NICK WELSH

TThere were warning signs even as the first celebratory champagne corks were explod ing. I remember at the time 23 years ago now trying to contact Wendy P. McCaw for a comment and getting nowhere fast. She had just purchased the Santa Barbara News-Press, the county’s flagship daily newspaper then said to date back 132 years. Many in the community were giddy over the prospects her purchase seemed to promise.

What we knew of McCaw back then, admittedly, was next to nothing. She lived in Hope Ranch, was ungodly rich, loved animals, and spent lavishly to protect them. She was a libertarian, an environmentalist, a preservationist.

A rich, passionate eccentric who actually lived here.

What could be better?

At that time, the answer was nothing. We were far more concerned the paper would be sold to some over-leveraged, debt-riddled conglomerate that would usher in a slow-bleed regime of corporate cost-cutting and cookie-cutter journalism. After reading a paper owned and managed by the New York Times for 16 years, we’d grown spoiled. We wanted to stay that way.

I was quickly surprised to learn, however, there would be no interview with McCaw. Reporters were referred instead to a public relations outfit in Los Angeles called Sitrick and Associates. I can’t remember the details, but it was canned spam. The whole thing seemed weird.

At the time, I knew nothing about Sitrick. But his specialty, it turned out, was highprofile crisis management for high-octane celebrities who got in jams for punching

their wives in public or even higher-octane oil companies think Exxon during the Valdez oil spill in toxic meltdown mode. That should have been a tip-off.

The New York Times which sold the paper to McCaw for something north of $110 million would fare no better. Also denied access to her, the Times was forced to run a classic paparazzi drive-by photo of McCaw. The photograph was taken by Kevin McKiernan, a seasoned photojournalist and longtime Santa Barbaran; it would be the first photo ever taken of McCaw in Santa Barbara. McKiernan would wind up on McCaw’s Enemies List. She was reportedly furious with the Times for publishing her photo. Though the story has not been corroborated from News-Press sources at the time who would have been in a position to know, McKiernan heard from his Times editor that McCaw was so furious about being “hunted” that she almost nixed the deal. As a precaution, the editor said, he put McKiernan’s negatives in a safe.

Twenty-three years later, we still don’t know who Wendy P. McCaw really is, though, of course, stories abound.

People who actually know her either signed non-disclosure agreements or don’t want to risk litigation. But it’s a small town, and over the years her name has been routinely preceded by such adjectives as “reclusive,” “embattled,” “combative,” “litigious,” and “vindictive.” People familiar with McCaw from those days remain astonished and mystified how, aside from the obvious real estate values, such a ferociously private person would have could have signed up to become so public a figure.

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No good could come from all this. It didn’t. Spoiler alert: On July 21, Wendy P. McCaw officially deep-sixed the News-Press her paper, our paper, the community’s paper. Turned off the lights and pulled the plug. We don’t know that the paper would have survived with someone else at the helm. We do know Wendy P. McCaw ran it into the ground. She was almost like the captain of the Valdez. But he at least had an excuse. He was drunk.

A STORKE OR A MCCAW?

What McCaw didn’t seem to realize is that she had not bought just any daily; she had bought a daily paper in a town where people care passionately about every little thing. To an exceptional degree, the News-Press under the direction of its original owner and founder, Thomas More Storke had shaped the fundamental DNA of the South Coast after World War II almost as profoundly as the geologic forces that shaped the mountains and the sea. Time magazine would describe Storke back in 1962 as a “benevolent tyrant who has played king of Santa Barbara for 61 years.”

To run a newspaper, you have to be both “of” the community and “apart” from it. Admittedly, the market and media realities during Storke’s time 1901 to 1964 were very different than the ones that McCaw labored under. But Storke understood both parts of this equation. McCaw only got the second half: apart. From start to finish, the operating relationship between McCaw and the community was “talk to the hand.”

For the record, I’m not trying to make Storke a saint. He could be and was a bully. He tagged candidates he opposed as socialists when it suited his political agenda. In the late ’50s, he pulled strings to have a police chief axed, in part, because his officers hadn’t learned not to give “Mr. Santa Barbara” speeding tickets. The chief appealed. City cops packed the council chambers to protest Storke’s influence. The chief got his job back.

building. Designed by noted architect George Washington Smith, it loomed over De la Guerra Plaza, Santa Barbara’s historical and political center of gravity.

Were it not for the political connections Storke cultivated over the years as owner, editor, and publisher of the News-Press, Santa Barbara State College would have never morphed into UCSB, today a major economic juggernaut for the community as well as a firstrate university. Lake Cachuma, which now supplies half of the South Coast’s water supply, would never have secured the necessary federal funding to get built. Without Storke and the News-Press, Santa Barbara would have no Earl Warren Showgrounds and no municipal golf course, though much of the heavy lifting was done by Storke’s son Charles, also a major player at the News-Press and in the community for many years.

To run a newspaper, you have to be both “of ” the community and “apart” from it. The founder of the NewsPress, T.M. Storke, understood both parts of this equation. McCaw only got the second half: apart. From start to finish, the operating relationship between McCaw and the community was “talk to the hand.”

But if Storke saw himself as king, he looked out for the interests of his kingdom. For Storke, his kingdom was Santa Barbara and he wielded power from his castle tower in the News-Press

And then there was Storke’s access to federal patronage to the tune of $32 million in federal relief funds that helped Santa Barbara survive the depths of the Great Depression. That’s far more than what other small communities our size were receiving.

If you take his autobiography at face value, that was Storke’s reward for his role in swinging the 1932 Democratic Convention in favor of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. If FDR hadn’t won that, there would be no New Deal. And it’s impossible to imagine how World War II would have played out without FDR in the White House.

Some have suggested Storke overstated his own importance in FDR’s political trajectory. And he probably did. But it’s incontrovertible that he was one of the key players working behind the scenes who successfully swung California’s delegation behind FDR at a heavily contested convention and when California was committed to a rival candidate. It was California’s vote, in fact, that put FDR over the top.

—Nick Welsh

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WHEN A TREE FALLS IN THE FOREST

I mention this as someone who has spent his entire professional career competing against the News-Press. With that perspective, I have a cellular appreciation of the critical role daily papers can play in the ever-evolving ecology of news gathering and journalism. Like it or not, they’re the tallest tree in the forest. Cut down that tree, and the forest changes. We’re still trying to figure out what springs up in its absence and how sustainable that will be.

When McCaw put an end to the News-Press late this July declaring Chapter 7 bankruptcy it came as little surprise. It was like the death of a comatose relative long on life support. There’s relief. But there’s also mourning for what once was.

It might be hard to remember, but for the first five years under McCaw’s ownership, the News-Press was a humming machine, hitting consistently above its weight. McCaw lived up to her initial promise to stay out of the newsroom. But in 2006 the year of the now infamous “meltdown” many editors and reporters resigned over McCaw’s increasing intrusions into editorial decisions, including Editor Jerry Roberts. Since then, the paper festered and floundered. Except for the most cantankerous, conservative voices in Santa Barbara’s choir, the paper grew toxically alienated for the whole community.

Under McCaw, the News-Press would be the first newspaper in the country to endorse Donald Trump for president and one of a very small handful to do so twice. (Thomas Storke, a lifelong Democrat, was apoplectic over the defection of working-class Democrats to elect Ronald Reagan governor of California. Imagine how fast he must have spun in his grave when the News-Press endorsed Trump.)

of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, which the Birchers regarded as a front for one-world communism. The Birchers especially hated Earl Warren, former governor of California and then Supreme Court Chief Justice most responsible for the unanimous ruling ordering school desegregation. Warren and Storke were close friends both personally and politically; it was Warren, as governor, whom Storke appealed to put the wheels in motion for the creation of UCSB. Warren frequently stayed with the Storkes during Fiesta. And Warren and Storke both would be hung in effigy in Santa Barbara during the heyday of the Bircher movement. While Storke would enjoy a bright but flickering moment of national prominence for his role attacking the Birchers, McCaw enjoys the distinction of being one of the few newspaper owners to have endorsed Donald Trump.

When McCaw pulled the plug for good on July 21, 2023, there wasn’t a shred of a ghost left for the NewsPress to give up. Earlier in the year, it stopped all home delivery. Then it retreated from its De la Guerra Plaza citadel to its printing-press plant located on a Goleta frontage road. There it hunkered down with its two remaining newsroom employees. Two employees! In 2006, when the meltdown erupted, 60 people worked in the newsroom.

Even so, the fact and finality of the paper’s demise sent shudders throughout the community. Most immediately, people wondered what would happen to the News-Press’s historic downtown building. What would happen to the paper’s vast treasure trove of records, photographs, and news clippings truly a mother lode of institutional memory? And what about the printing presses themselves?

That will all be hashed out in bankruptcy court.

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While McCaw would later rail against the creeping totalitarianism she saw in the COVID-inspired health restrictions masking, vaxxing, and limiting the number of supermarket shoppers at any one time Storke and the News-Press would win a Pulitzer Prize in 1962 for their articles and editorials exposing public and clandestine recruiting efforts in Santa Barbara by the ultra-right-wing John Birch Society in 1961. The head of the Birchers wrote a 300-page tract accusing former president and Allied Commander during World War II Dwight D. Eisenhower of being a knowing and willing agent of Soviet subversion. The Birchers were especially drawn to Santa Barbara by the arrival in 1959

The News-Press building, the printing-press plant, and McCaw’s downtown office building, it turns out, were transferred to different limited-liability corporations back in 2014. This distinct ownership structure will probably shield these properties from liquidation to satisfy the debts accrued by the News-Press’s parent company, Ampersand. Right now, McCaw is saying the News-Press owes $5.1 million in debt but only has $532 in the bank.

It will be up to the court-appointed trustee to determine whether there was anything actionable about the conveyance of these properties to other entities. The

Founder, editor, and publisher Tom Storke used his power to bring UCSB and Lake Cachuma to Santa Barbara.

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term “fraudulent conveyance” a legal term of art generally means that the transfer was conducted to shield an owner from the clutches of a likely creditor. Typically, evidence of such fraud is indirect at best; there are rarely smoking guns, experts say. Trustees reportedly look for what are called in the field “badges” of fraud.

The question in this case is whether there any such badges. Would the fact that McCaw came close to losing the News-Press building to a creditor former editor Jerry Roberts in 2012, shortly before the 2014 transfers occurred, be construed as such a badge? That will be up to the trustee to determine.

A key factor in all this will be the statute of limitations. Only in exceptional cases can fraudulent conveyance claims be brought after 10 years. One question the trustee must wrestle with is whether there are enough assets on the table to cover the costs of a likely courtroom showdown.

The answers to any of these questions are complicated and expensive. One thing we know for sure: While Wendy P. McCaw is hardly the only newspaper owner going out of business roughly two per week were reportedly dying on the vine in the United States as of 2022 she is the only newspaper owner who owns the building in which the bankruptcy proceedings will take place, in this case, the old I. Magnin building at State and Micheltorena streets.

Without getting gloppy and sentimental, newspapers hold a unique place in the communities they serve. They’re privately run, profit-driven enterprises that also attempt to function as a public trust. In this regard, newspapers function like self-appointed grand jurors charged with keeping elected officials accountable and the public informed.

McCaw, as has been reported extensively, left too many Santa Barbarans feeling that trust had been abused. Too often, newsroom workers charged, she used her news pages to protect friends and to punish her enemies. When reporters covered a land-use dispute in the summer of 2006 involving Rob Lowe and his Montecito neighbors, Lowe then a friend of McCaw’s protested that the story listed his name and the address of the property (even though he showed up in person to testify and the address was on all public documents). The writers and editors involved and even one who was not were reprimanded accordingly. When News-Press editorial page writer Travis Armstrong whose daily diatribes were unusually harsh and personal in tone was arrested for driving under the influence, pressure was brought to bear on News-Press editor Jerry Roberts not to run the story. Roberts ran it anyway. But when Armstrong was subsequently sentenced, that story never saw the light of day in the News-Press.

When McCaw took over, she hired consultants who warned the paper against breaching the lines between news and opinion. Not surprisingly, McCaw interpreted this to mean her reporters were injecting their own personal political agendas into their articles, not to do with the intrusion of McCaw’s own opinions into the news.

It was after McCaw gave Armstrong authority over the newsroom that Roberts, a well-liked and respected hot shot hired from the San Francisco Chronicle, resigned. As Armstrong escorted Roberts out of the building, newsroom workers heckled him, chanting, “Fuck you, Travis.” Many reporters were in tears.

Soon after that, newsroom workers voted 33-6 to affiliate with the Teamsters. When McCaw declined to recognize the union election results objecting that they reflected coercion the community responded favorably to the boycott drive launched by the union and began canceling their subscriptions. The workers’ slogan, “McCaw, Obey the Law,” appeared on placards posted all over town. McCaw responded by

Edit staff protested McCaw’s suppression of the news with duct-taped mouths in front of the News-Press building.

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Figure 1: Notice the very small blood vessels surrounding each nerve.

Figure 2: When these very small blood vessels become diseased they begin to shrivel up and the nerves begin to degenerate.

Figure 3: The blood vessels will grow back around the nerves much like a plant’s roots grow when watered.

threatening legal action against the downtown businesses displaying those placards many of whom had been loyal News-Press advertisers.

The News-Press found itself reduced to a state of siege. Surveillance cameras were installed in hallways. When five high-ranking News-Press managers attended a professional trade association meeting in Las Vegas, a private detective hired by McCaw followed them there. He made his presence conspicuously felt. When newsroom workers met at the Faulkner Gallery to discuss unionization, McCaw’s attorneys showed up uninvited. Employees were required to sign affidavits attesting they had not spoken to reporters from other news organizations about what was transpiring in the News-Press hallways. “This is war,” McCaw famously told one employee who made the mistake of attending a farewell party of a recently fired co-worker. “You’re either with us or against us.”

When Roberts resigned, he demanded six months’ pay, charging he was effectively forced out. McCaw countersued, demanding $25 million alleging breach of contract by Roberts and release of confidential information. After a protracted arbitration battle, the arbitrator would rule that neither side proved their case. Even so, Roberts would prevail; the arbitrator allowed him to collect legal fees $915,000.

At the outset of this conflict, McCaw’s paper published an unsigned front-page Sunday morning article declaring that Roberts’s computer hard drive was being investigated for child pornography. Roberts was never contacted by the unnamed reporter for comment. The paper gave the computer to law enforcement authorities to investigate prior to publication, but the investigators concluded that it was impossible to determine who was responsible for the images. That’s because the computer had been used by at least three prior editors, it was not passwordprotected, and the images themselves were not time-stamped.

The arbitrator in the case, Deborah Rothman, described McCaw as a “complex, private, and principled” person. She also described McCaw as “brilliant.” But she rejected McCaw’s claim that Roberts was responsible for the News-Press’s loss of prestige and faulted McCaw for pursuing “a scorched-earth, takeno-prisoners, go-for-broke fashion … to punish Roberts for Ampersand’s public drubbing.” The arbitration dispute was limited to what transpired between Roberts and McCaw while Roberts was still employed. Because the child porn allegations were not made until

after Roberts resigned, Rothman did not rule on them other than to suggest McCaw defied credibility when McCaw testified that she never used her paper to punish enemies.

McCaw would irretrievably tarnish her own and the paper’s reputation with the publication of the story about Roberts’s article. Even for those indifferent to union struggles and journalism’s so-called wall between news and opinion, the News-Press’s reckless accusations and attempted character assassination proved a fatal last straw. The News-Press would never recover. From the outside looking in, it didn’t appear they ever tried.

McCaw’s stated beef against Roberts was that he almost single-handedly tarnished the reputation of her paper. The facts would suggest that if McCaw has a defamation lawsuit to file, it would be against herself.

Astonishingly, Roberts would find himself the only person ever tarred with the kiddieporn brush to come out with his reputation not only intact, but enhanced. In direct response to his last days at the News-Press, Roberts received ethics awards from three prestigious journalistic organizations.

NOW WHAT?

The $64 million question, of course, is: what now?

When Dave Davis the City of Santa Barbara’s former Community Development Director and currently visionary-in-chief in charge of the latest State Street master planning endeavor moved to town in 1978, the first book he read was the News-Press publication 100 Years of Headlines. “Three themes kept coming up over and over and over again,” he recalled. “There were affordable housing, water, and transportation. For me as a new planner who had just moved to town that long-term institutional memory the NewsPress offered was unique and invaluable. And it still is.” More than that, Davis added, the daily paper is was uniquely equipped to function as the town center. “It was the platform where we all could get our shared facts. We could argue about what those facts meant. But it gave us the shared platform for having those discussions.”

What happens now? I don’t pretend to know. But I do remember sitting on a panel discussion on the future of journalism back in 2006 as the News-Press meltdown achieved critical mass. My answer then was simple: We need more bodies. More reporters.

My answer today is exactly the same. More bodies. More reporters. n

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McCaw fired News-Press employees whose protest on the 101 overpass urged canceling subscriptions.

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High School Football Preview

Friday Night Lights Returns to the Central Coast

by Victor Bryant

Excitement is at a fever pitch as a long offseason of training will finally pay off under the Friday night lights when the 2023 high school football season begins on Friday, August 18, with week zero games on the docket for the majority of schools around the state. Here’s a roundup of what’s going on in the Santa Barbara area.

SANTA BARBARA

The Dons are coming off a successful 2022 campaign in which they shared the Channel League title and finished 9-2 overall. A storybook run under JT Stone in his final season as coach came to a humbling end at the hands of eventual CIF-SS Division 4 champion Downey and their superstar quarterback Aidan Chiles (now at Oregon State) with a firstround loss in the CIF-SS Division 4 playoffs.

With 10 starters returning on offense, including three-year starting quarterback Abel Renteria, Santa Barbara is once again a Channel League title contender. First-year coach Nate Mendoza, who led Dos Pueblos to the CIF Championship game in 2017, brings a renewed urgency to the Santa Barbara program. With a talented and experienced roster on hand, expectations are high.

“Our players have been saying since January that they don’t want to share the league title again, so they’ve got a lot of work to do,” Mendoza said. “It goes without saying that Rio Mesa and Pacifica are outstanding programs in our league.”

It is the final season of the current iteration of the Channel League next season, the teams will be split up into different leagues that are intended to enhance competitive equity.

Santa Barbara figures to boast a balanced offensive attack this season with all five starters returning on the offensive line, including sophomore Malachi Johnston, who picked up a scholarship offer from the University of Nevada in the offseason, and four seniors: AJ Gomez, Javier Tinoco, Noah Napoles, and Adrian Chavez. That experienced group will block for senior running back Koa Herrera and junior Bode Fauskee. At 6'3" and 220 pounds, Renteria is also a bully in the run game from the quarterback position.

“Some games I’m going to have to put the team on my back, and I’m fine with that,” said Renteria, who rushed for nearly 500 yards and nine touchdowns last season.

Renteria has a talented group of receivers led by Channel League Receiver of the Year junior Kai Mault, who eclipsed 1,000 yards receiving. Fellow junior Tomas Gil and seniors Winston Bartley and Jack Holdren have also proved to be reliable and explosive targets. Santa Barbara may not pass quite as much as last season, but the Dons will undoubtedly be very effective when they do.

“I think in the Pacifica game, Abel threw the ball 60-some times, and maybe we’re going to run it more,” Mendoza said. “It’s a different mindset, but it’s on us coaches to establish that.”

On defense, the Dons are athletic in the secondary with senior Jordan Mitchum returning at corner and senior Jacob Nevarez returning at safety. Sophomore Monty Lopez has earned the starting cornerback spot opposite Mitchum and may also contribute at wide receiver.

Linebackers Chaz Rosales and Michael Cabral figure to be a strength of the front seven. Fauskee will also contribute at outside linebacker. On the defensive line, Ivan Hernandez returns, and Napoles will likely play both ways.

Santa Barbara has a challenging schedule beginning at Thousand Oaks on Friday, August 18. Thousand Oaks was 10-1 overall last season. In their second game of the season, the Dons will take on traditional powerhouse Valencia out of the rugged Foothill League.

BISHOP DIEGO

The 2023 Bishop Diego football team is extremely young and very talented. The Cardinals only have two seniors on their entire team, so predicting wins and losses will be a difficult task, but coach Tom Crawford and his staff are confident that they can avoid a significant drop-off, despite the lack of experience.

“We’ve reached a point with the program that there are high expectations. The guys buy into the work ethic that is needed to strive for those expectations,” said Crawford. “This is going to be an interesting year for us in the sense that this is by far the youngest group that we’ve had.”

Last season, the Cardinals finished 9-4 overall and reached the CIF-SS Division 3 Semifinals, where they fell to Upland 17-7.

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The foundation of the Bishop Diego running game has been powerful offensive lines and talented running backs. That formula remains intact, as the Cardinals return three players with starting experience on the offensive line, including Tristan Fui, Mays Pese, and JD Vargas. Pese has offers from Washington State, Oregon State, and University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), among others. Fui is one of the two seniors on the roster, and at 6'3" and 280 pounds, he is an intimidating presence at left tackle.

“Me and my linemen have been working since January, so I’m really looking forward to this season,” Fui said. “We also have Mays [Pese]; he has been leading the defensive line, and I have been leading the offensive line.”

The primary ball carrier for Bishop Diego will be senior Misa Paiau, who rushed for nearly 800 yards last season on 10 yards per carry. At 5'11" and about 215 pounds, Paiau has excellent agility for an athlete his size and appears ready to explode in his final season.

“We’ve got a pretty young team, but we’re working to get better every day, improving every day and every practice,” Paiau said. “We’re not wasting any time.”

Qu’Ran Gossett eclipsed 2,000 yards rushing last season and is now at University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). The Cardinals will need Paiau to replicate that production for Bishop Diego to compete in the ultra-competitive Marmonte League. Paiau has an offer from Cal Poly and will likely garner more recruiting attention as the season progresses.

At quarterback, sophomore Tua Rojas will take the reins, and he brings a dual-threat element. He is shiftier than what Bishop Diego quarterbacks have displayed in recent years. What Rojas lacks in experience, he makes up for in upside.

Rojas is the younger brother of former

St. Bonaventure superstar quarterback Kai Rojas, who went on to play football at the United States Naval Academy.

Fellow sophomore John Michael Flint may also get some snaps at quarterback and will likely start in the secondary with his athletic 6'3" frame.

“Both quarterbacks had a really nice summer in terms of passing and so forth,” said Crawford of Rojas and Flint. “Both are very talented athletes that can play in the secondary as well.”

The strength of the defense will likely be at linebacker, where Paiau and Isaiah Kitt return. Jason Loitu and Ash Zimmerman will share the duties at inside linebacker after getting extensive work on JV last season.

The secondary will be very inexperienced. The Cardinals will rely on Sam Crawford and Flint at safety. Gabe Villa and Nick Malesky will get the bulk of snaps at cornerback. Malesky is also the team’s top wide receiver.

Bishop Diego will open the season at home against Foothill of Santa Ana, on Saturday, August 19, in what should be a competitive game.

SAN MARCOS

The Royals have narrowly missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, and in the final season of the Channel League as we know it, they are looking to reverse that trend.

“We’re almost there. The good thing is our kids; they want to get to the playoffs this year,” said San Marcos coach Ralph Molina. "It’s our last year in Channel League, and I feel good about it.”

San Marcos is big up front on the offensive line led by Manny Verdugo; Tyler McLain; and Dante Bruice, who is 6'8" and 280 pounds. The Royals will try to run the ball with a stable

Bishop Diego opens its season at home on Saturday against Foothill of Santa Ana.

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of backs led by junior Nathan Jones, Joseph Herrera, and Diego Pedroza, and linebacker Brody Branstetter will also contribute in the running game, among others.

Junior Danny Diaz will take over at quarterback. What he lacks in size he makes up for in mobility. His top target will be 6'2" wide receiver Luke Crawford, who will also start at cornerback. He led the team in receptions last season. Landon Sheffey, at 6'2" and 215 pounds, will start at wide receiver and cornerback as well.

“The close games that we lost two years ago and last year our goal is that we have to win those games to get over that hurdle,” Molina said. “We’re headed in the right direction.”

San Marcos will open the season at home against Knight of Palmdale on Friday, August 18.

DOS PUEBLOS

The hopes of a resurgence in the Dos Pueblos football program begin with senior quarterback Ryan Marsh, who is poised for a breakout senior season.

Marsh has put 40 pounds onto his 6'3" frame and is the undisputed leader of the Dos Pueblos offense.

“For me, coming off last year, we had some good games, we had some bad games, and for me personally it was the same thing we had some highs and lows,” Marsh said. “Just to be able to stay consistent throughout the whole season is a big thing for us. Making sure that everything is going well and staying healthy is a big part of it as well.”

It’s year three for Dos Pueblos coach AJ Pateras, and the 18 seniors are fully accustomed to the tenants of the program. Senior running back/safety Matthew Welch will be a leader on both sides of the ball. Daniel Johnston will also play a key role at wide receiver/cornerback.

Emiliano Rodriguez and Juancarlos Contreras will anchor the offensive line and are two physically imposing players at around 260 pounds. Danny Vidaure and Kaleb Williams will run the ball in addition to Welch.

Nathan Warren and Micah Barnhart will anchor a deep receiving core along with Johnston.

On defense, Roman Alonzo is a physical specimen on the defensive line and will also contribute at tight end.

The Chargers open the season at home against Burbank, whom they defeated on a last-second field goal in last season’s opener.

CARPINTERIA

The Carpinteria High football team opens its season on the road at Long Beach Cabrillo on Friday, August 25. The Warriors took major strides last season, boosting their win total from zero in 2021 to four in 2022.

The Warriors return senior quarterback Talon Trumble, who emerged as a star running and throwing the ball last season. n

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THURSDAY 8/17

8/17: August Lecture: Sinkable: A Mysterious World of Shipwrecks and the Titanic with Daniel Stone Bestselling author, former senior editor for National Geographic, and a former White House correspondent for Newsweek, Daniel Stone will discuss the rich history of shipwrecks described in his latest book. 7-8:30pm. S.B. Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Wy., Ste. 190. Free-$20. Call (805) 962-8404. sbmm.org/santa-barbaraevent

8/17: La LoCA Milonga: Soaring Songs with Ruy & Camila Experience live tango music and dance from internationally renowned maestros Ruy Folguera and Camila Lima. Enjoy dinner, a dance demo, a mini-class, and dancing! 6-10pm. Buena Onda & Empanadas, 724 E. Haley St. GA: $20-$25; VIP: $35. Call (805) 455-1906 or email info@nomadtango.org tinyurl.com/SoaringSongs

8/17-8/20, 8/23: PCPA Presents American Mariachi American Mariachi, about an all-girl mariachi band in the ‘70s, is an uplifting comedy about family, the freedom to go after your dreams, and the music that unites us — played live on stage! Best enjoyed by audiences ages 12+. The musical shows through August 27. American Mariachi, sobre una banda de mariachis de chicas en los años 70, es una comedia conmovedora sobre la familia, la libertad de perseguir tus sueños y la música que nos une, ¡con música en vivo durante el espectáculo! Mejor disfrutado por audiencias mayores de 12 años. El musical va hasta el 27 de agosto. 8pm. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang. $25-$59. Suggested for ages 12+. Call (805) 922-8313 or email boxoffice@pcpa.org pcpa.org/events

FRIDAY 8/18

FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE

THURSDAY

Carpinteria: 800 block of Linden Ave., 3-6:30pm

FRIDAY

Montecito: 1100 and 1200 blocks of Coast Village Rd., 8-11:15am

SATURDAY Downtown S.B.: Corner of Santa Barbara and Cota sts., 8am-1pm

SUNDAY Goleta: Camino Real Marketplace, 10am-2pm

TUESDAY Old Town S.B.: 500-600 blocks of State St., 3-7pm

WEDNESDAY Solvang: Copenhagen Dr. and 1st St., 2:30-6:30pm

(805) 962-5354 sbfarmersmarket.org

FISHERMAN’S MARKET

SATURDAY

Rain or shine, meet local fishermen on the Harbor’s commercial pier, and buy fresh fish (filleted or whole), live crab, abalone, sea urchins, and more. 117 Harbor Wy., 6-11am. Call (805) 259-7476. cfsb.info/sat

SATURDAY 8/19

8/19: Kiva Maker’s Market Shop for handcrafted mugs, cheese boards, jewelry, a flower bouquet, and more from local creatives with a portion of the proceeds to go toward the Surfrider Foundation. 10am. 10 E. Yanonali St. Free. Call (805) 284-0078 or email events@kivasb.com tinyurl.com/KivaMarket

8/19: Workshop: “Fruit-Tree Summer Pruning Join Permaculture Designer Larry Salzman and UC Master Gardener Russ Baldocchi, to learn practical tips and get hands-on experience in the orchard. Bring gloves and pruners if you have them.10am-noon. Mesa Harmony Garden, 500 Dolores Dr. Free. Call (805) 893-3485 or email anrmgsb@ucanr.edu tinyurl.com/PruningWorkshop

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8/17-8/20: The Blue Owl Thu.: Everything’s Fine Band, 6pm. Fri.: Tony Ybarra, 7pm. Luca Ellis, 11pm. Sat.: Trio Grande, 7pm. Brandon Kinalele, Miles Burnham, 11pm. Sun.: Marisa and Friends, 6pm. 5 W. Canon Perdido St. Contact venue for price. Ages 21+. Call (805) 705-0991. theblueowlsb.com/events

8/17, 8/20: Eos Lounge Thu.: Sammy C, SPYDER, 9pm. Ages 21+. Sat.: BAAD Sunday, noon. Ages 21+. 500 Anacapa St. Free. Ages 21+. Call (805) 564-2410. eoslounge.com

8/17, 8/19: Pearl Social: Thu.: Brandon Kinalele Duo, 6:30pm. Sat.: Jack Crummer, 8pm. 131 Anacapa St., Ste. B. Free Call (805) 284-0380. pearlsocialsb.com/ happenings/

8/17: Satellite S.B. Brett Hunter Band, 6pm. 1117 State St. Free. Call (805) 364-3043. satellitesb.com

8/17-8/20, 8/22: SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Thu.: Pocket Fox, Shio, 8:30pm. $15. Ages 21+. Fri.: Long Beach Dub Allstars, The B Foundation, 9pm. $25-$30. Sat.:. Lois Mahalia, 8:30pm. $15. Ages 21+.

Sun.: Michael Henszey, 7pm. $20-$25. Tue.: Singer Songwriter Showcase: Joe Dewitt, Loyal Defense Workers, David Kaufman, 7pm. $10. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com

8/17-8/20: Maverick Saloon Thu.:

Jeta, 8pm. Free Fri.: David Nail & Pryor

Baird, 8pm. $39-$50. Sat.: The Genuine Article, 1pm. Pull the Trigger, 8:30-11:30pm. Free Sun.: About Time, noon-4pm. Bryan Titus Trio, 8pm. Free. 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Call (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.com/event-calendar

8/17-8/20, 8/22-8/23: Lost Chord

Guitars Thu.: Tremoloco, 7pm. $11. Fri.:

Jeremiah Johnson, 7pm. $21. Sat., Sun.:

Tim Flannery and the Lunatic Fringe, 8pm.

$16. Tue.: Chris Stills, 8pm. $26-$31. Wed.:

8/18: S.B. Bowl Young the Giant, Milky Chance, Rosa Linn. 6pm. $42.50-$85.50. 1122 N. Milpas St. Call (805) 962-7411. sbbowl.com

8/18: S.B. Sailing Center Music on the Water David Segall, 6:30pm. S.B. Sailing Center, 302 W. Cabrillo Blvd. $85. Call (805) 962-2826 or email anchor@sbsail.com tinyurl.com/MusicOnTheWater

8/18-8/19: Uptown Lounge Fri.: Mark Alvarado, The Trio, 6-8pm. DJ A-Bomb, 9pm-midnight. Sat.: King Bee, 9-11pm. 3126 State St. Free. Call (805) 845-8800. uptownlounge805.com/events

8/19: Arrowsmith’s Wine Bar Jonathan Firey, 7-10pm. 1539 Mission Dr., Solvang. Free. Call (805) 686-9126 or email anna@ arrowsmithwine.com. arrowsmithwine.com/events

8/19-8/20: Cold Spring Tavern Sat.: Sean Wiggins, 1:30-4:30pm. Do No Harm, 5-8pm. Sun.: Tom Ball and Kenny Sultan, 1:30-4:30pm. 5995 Stagecoach Rd. Free. Call (805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com

8/19: S.B. Wine Collective Christopher Reyne, 2:30pm. 131 Anacapa St., Ste. C. Free Call (805) 456-2700. santabarbara winecollective.com/events/

8/19-8/20: Hook’d Bar and Grill Sat.: Richard and Tony, 4pm. Sun.: Nate Latta, 1pm. 116 Lakeview Dr., Cachuma Lake. Free. Call (805) 350-8351. hookdbarandgrill .com/music-on-the-water

8/20: Zaca Mesa Winery Victor Valencia, noon-3pm. 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd., Los Olivos. Free. Call (805) 688-9339 or email info@zacamesa.com zacamesa.com/upcoming-events

8/21: The Red Piano Church on Monday: RJ Mischo, 7:30pm. 519 State St. Free. Call (805) 358-1439. theredpiano.com

8/18: UCSB Arts & Lectures Presents Out of This World: Guardians of the Galaxy! Watch 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy (rated PG-13), which follows adventurer Peter Quill’s hunt for an enigmatic orb across outer space alongside a ragtag team of extraterrestrials. Wear alien and superhero costumes and win prizes with DJ Darla Bea, who will play a curated song set. Bring breathable blankets, low chairs, and a picnic! 8:30pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu

8/18: Fundraiser for Ukraine: Eyes of War Eyes of Hope Enjoy beer, wine, food, and Ukrainian music and dance. Artists Rich Wilkie and Alex Gorelik have created 100 portraits of Ukrainian refugees for the silent auction with all the night’s proceeds going to area nonprofits helping the people of Ukraine. 4-8pm. S.B. Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St. Free. Call (805) 637-1164. tinyurl.com/Fundraiser-Ukraine

This showcase will feature highlights from community member contributions of home movies and family photographs, a reading by S.B. Poet Laureate Melinda Palacio, and presentations about local history. 10am. Eastside Library, 1102 E. Montecito St. Free. Call (805) 893-2478. tinyurl.com/SB-Showcase

8/19: Lobero Live Presents Tab Benoit, Rumble Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and guitarist Tab Benoit will bring his renowned Louisiana blues sound to S.B. with Rumble featuring Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. to open the show.

7:30pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: $45-$55; VIP: $106. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org

Summer Series: Arwen Lewis, Peter Lewis & George Adrian, 8pm. $11. 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363. lostchordguitars.com

8/18-8/19: M.Special Brewing Co.

(Goleta) Fri.: Cliffhangers, 6-8pm. Sat.:

Beau James Wilding and friends, 6-8pm. 6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. Free. Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com

8/18-8/19: M.Special Brewing Co.

(S.B.) Fri.: The Pit, 8-10pm. Sat.: Soul Majestic Acoustic, 8-10pm. 634 State St. Free Call (805) 968-6500. mspecialbrewco.com

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8/23: Carr Winery Brian Kinsella, 5:30pm. 414 N. Salsipuedes St. Free. Ages 21+. Call (805) 965-7985 or email info@ carrwinery.com carrwinery.com/event

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8/19: National Honey Bee Day Celebration Join Lompoc Valley Beekeepers Association to learn local expertise and education on beekeeping, a peek into the life of bees, and an observation hive and honey tasting with local raw unfiltered honey available for purchase. 11am-4pm.

Flying Goat Cellars Tasting & Art Salon. 1520 E. Chestnut Ct., Lompoc. Free. Call (805) 736-9032. tinyurl.com/ HoneyBee-Day

8/19: Zaca Mesa Maker’s Faire Stroll the vineyards and shop at the charming booths where more than 20 local vendors will show and sell their handmade goods such as jewelry, apparel, chocolates, candles, and more. There will be live music and tacos and wine available for purchase. Noon-3pm. Zaca Mesa Winery, 6905 Foxen Canyon Rd., Los Olivos. Free tinyurl.com/ZacaFaire

8/20:

Summer Family Day at the Wildling Museum

8/19:

Goleta’s Dam Dinner This free community event will bring together friends and neighbors as tables and chairs will be set up by the dam with breathtaking views of Lake Los Carneros and the mountains. Bring your own picnic dinner and beverages for purchase food from AR Catering and popsicles from Dave’s Drip House. Bluegrass band The Salt Martians will serenade and there will be face-painting and cornhole. 4-7pm. Enter off N. La Patera Ln. or Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd. Free tinyurl.com/GoletaDamDinner2023

SUNDAY 8/20

Families are invited to meet the Little Mermaid, learn about native raptors and birds of prey, get your face painted, participate in nature-inspired art activities, and more. 10am-4pm. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511 Mission Dr., Ste. B. Free. Call (805) 688-1082 or email info@wildlingmuseum.org. wildlingmuseum.org/programs-events

8/20: Ocean Ambassador Beach Cleanup Help collect litter and earn community service hours if needed. We will provide bags and gloves, but you can bring your own supplies. Participants under 18 will need a waiver signed by their parent/guardian, and children under 14 must be accompanied by their parent/ guardian. 10am. East Beach (near Skater’s Point and Palm Park parking lot). Free. Call (805) 962-2526 x104 or email scvolunteer@sbnature2.org. sbnature.org/visit/calendar/

MONDAY 8/21

8/21: Lotería & Industry Night at Dusk Join at Dusk Bar to play the classic game of Lotería, with roots in Italy, then Spain, and then Mexico, where players compete to fill their playing boards using a combination of images, words, and numbers in each card. Enjoy food and drink specials, prizes, and more. RSVP is required. 7pm. Drift Santa Barbara, 524 State St. Free tinyurl.com/Loteria-Dusk

TUESDAY 8/22

8/22: Rancho La Patera & Stow House: Music at the Ranch Bring a picnic or purchase food from Elubia’s and Sassafrass food trucks and take in the sounds of rockin’ cover band Down Mountain Lights. 5:30-7:30pm. Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta. Free. Call (805) 681-7216. goletahistory.org/ music-at-the-ranch

WEDNESDAY 8/23

8/23: Café KITP: Playing Dirty: Excavating New Particles Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics (KITP) Postdoctoral Scholar Jessica N. Howard will talk on how one way machine learning and math originally designed for moving dirt might answer the fundamental question: What is our universe made of? 6pm. SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St. Free. Call (805) 893-6350 or email friends@kitp.ucsb.edu. kitp.ucsb.edu/outreach/cafe-kitp

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Take a Hike at the Santa Barbara Zoo

Take a Hike at the Santa Barbara Zoo

Kids can now walk through National Parks at the Santa Barbara Zoo. The short but sweet trails are teeming with butterflies, Channel Island foxes, birds, and chipmunks some of the California State Wildlife ready to be discovered.

Even though the critters are plastic (acting as the hidden objects of scavenger hunts), the Zoo’s new Ranger Station brings a bit of the wild into the Zoo’s walls. Located across from the veranda overlooking the Australian Walkabout, the Ranger Station is now officially open and is meant to offer a connection to the great outdoors through various interactive experiences.

“The Zoo’s new Ranger Station represents our commitment to environmental education and fostering a love for nature,” shared JJ McLeod, director of education at the Santa Barbara Zoo. “We believe that by providing these immersive experiences, we can inspire a new generation of conservationists and create lasting connections between people and wildlife.”

New Ranger Station Offers Visitors a Taste of the Great Outdoors and a Peek into California’s National Parks

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Unlike many of the Zoo’s animals, the wildlife highlighted by the Ranger Station are not far from home.

“Our conservation team has really made an effort to focus on our local conservation, because we’re here, we can learn so much, and we can go out and actually make a change within our ecosystem,” McLeod said.

Along the wall outside the station are portraits of the Zoo’s big six in terms of state wildlife conservation: the sea otter, monarch butterfly, red-legged frog, California condor, Channel Island fox, and snowy plover. About 50 feet away from the sea otter’s adorable portrait is a kayak for kids to climb into, strategically placed to remind visitors to maintain their distance from animals to keep them safe.

Visitors are told to take a hike on one of the four trails leading away from the station: Channel Islands, Yosemite, Redwood, and Joshua Tree. Along the way, families are reminded to leave no trace and are encouraged to spot the real native plants from each park growing along the paths. Campers-in-training, including the Zoo’s campers, are taught camping etiquette, including how to set up tents, build birdhouses, store food, and roast marshmallows around a campfire. They’re encouraged to camp responsibility and taught to respect nature while dispelling fears of the outside world.

The trails leading to the backyard campground branch out from the main scene: the Ranger Station, where people like Ranger Whitney and Ranger Gracie educate kids about the natural world that flourishes in California’s protected spaces. In the center of it all are the dioramas of creatures such as great horned owls, gray foxes, and California condors, as well as snakeskins and preserved butterflies.

Furs of surprisingly soft animals possum, coyote,

badger are placed along the walls for a tactile experience. Through aspects such as braille descriptions, visitors of all abilities can deepen their understanding of the natural world. Rangers will have something new for their visitors every day, and will always need help with their regular daily responsibilities.

“This is the first step where kids can come and say that they went on the Redwoods National Park trail and they saw

a fox,” McLeod said. “We’re just constantly trying to teach them about nature while still having fun.”

Included with regular Zoo admission or membership, guests can explore mini trails, spot local animals and plant life, and engage in various interactive experiences.

For more information about the Zoo’s attractions, visit sbzoo.org/visitthe-santa-barbara-zoo/attractions/.

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The new Ranger Station at the Santa Barbara Zoo

Guests get directions from the Ranger.

Tales of the Gaviota Writers

“Be deep-rooted, even in shallow soil, Roots will find.”

—Bob Isaacson

Imet Bob Isaacson in 1994, when I was a new teacher at Vista de Las Cruces school in Gaviota. A rancher, professor, storyteller, and poet, he came into my classroom one day and suggested that we start a writers group. He suspected there were others like ourselves who scribbled words in solitude and might appreciate some company and support, and he proposed the idea with a childlike enthusiasm I would soon come to recognize as characteristic of Bob. Of course I said okay who wouldn’t! We posted a flier in the school library, a few stray souls showed up, and we became the Gaviota Writers.

old-fashioned way. We received each other’s words with appreciation, critiquing ever so gently and complimenting sincerely. We left encouraged, even inspired, and knowing that we would meet again soon was an added impetus to finishing a piece. My own participation in the writing group was a kind of open declaration that I was a writer. I began to think of myself as one.

Bonding Over a Love of Words, the Gaviota Writers Came Together Over a Shared Passion

by Cynthia Carbone Ward

We had one-time visitors and a solid core of loyal members who hated to miss a meeting. We shared journal excerpts, memoirs and stories, novels-inprogress, poetry, and even an occasional song. We ventured from my classroom and met in one another’s homes: ramshackle ranch houses sagging slightly at the seams, quirky abodes within sight of the sea, or cozy dwellings on quiet streets. Sometimes we would linger for a while in Sally Isaacson’s garden, or detour to look at the zebras at Miki and David Holden’s place on the outskirts of Los Alamos, or sit beneath the arbor in Jim Brady’s backyard at Los Yridises. But the best times were summer mornings at El Chorro Ranch, wearing broad-brimmed hats and baseball caps to shield us from the sun, carrying some impromptu portable feast, strong coffee in a thermos, and our stories and poems to share. We sat on an old wooden flatbed trailer adrift in a sea of grass and listened to our friends reading to us one by one.

There were winter evenings, too, when we drove through rain to sit together in warm rooms lit by lamps and wood-burning stoves. We ate and we talked, but mostly we read, and we listened in an

Bob passed away in 2012, but his spirit still infuses the Gaviota Writers, and we have been going for nearly 30 years now. We’ve had our cycles and we’ve had our lulls, we’ve seen a few folks fade out and some new blood join up, and every time we meet we feel renewed. We have weathered loss and change, wept and laughed together, and borne shared witness to the astonishing present. Jim or Jan often bring the gift of a song, Sally helps us see wonders in nature we might have missed, Chris might spin an elegant essay about grandmotherhood, and Julie will reveal glimpses of the heart and dark humor in her work as an ER nurse. People we have loved drift from the pages and are with us again, wisdom we have gleaned fills the air, and the stories glimmer. Jim puts our hard copies into an old green folder, grown swollen over the years, and I suppose this is the scripture of the Gaviota Writers.

For me, a writing group is about building a community; even more than that, it is about developing writing-based friendships or expanding existing friendships into a deeper realm. There is something affirmative and generous in the mutual sharing of writing. It engenders a unique kind of empathy and intimacy; there’s a special solace, strength, and continuity to be found in such gatherings. The event becomes a holiday, a hiatus from the everyday into something worth pausing for. The Gaviota Writers last gathered in June, and with the help of song and prose, we remembered to more fully inhabit our lives. We shared and went our separate ways, revived, not failing to observe, in the words of Bob Isaacson, “that incredible light that pours forever, down off the coast range and then howls west, scouring the great whitecapped channel like the golden breath of gods.”

We’ll meet again soon.

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Dawn Does Coffee, Dusk Does Drinks at Drift

Innovative hospitality is on full display along the bustling 500 block of State Street, at least for those who book a room at Drift Hotel. There’s no physical lobby, the check-in process is totally digital, and the developers’ ability to make the 160-square-foot rooms feel well-equipped while still welcoming especially considering they were most recently used by the Church of Scientology for who knows what represents enviable time-saving technology and space-saving design worthy of emulation.

Service Shifts from Morning and Evening at State Street Property

For those who live here, or are otherwise not inclined to pay $270 to $600 for the overnight experience, Drift’s open-to-the-public downstairs embraces efficiency in its own unique ways. On the left-hand side is a sunny coffee shop called Dawn that serves made-to-order, mixologyminded coffee and tea drinks from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Then, on the right side of what would traditionally be a lobby, comes Dusk, a Baja-inspired, agave-focused, seafood-serving cocktail bar.

“We want to be a destination coffee shop in a destination hotel in a destination city,” head barista Alex Werth told me when I first visited a few months back. The St. Louis native with barista competition experience, who was swept up in Santa Barbara’s coffee culture during the pandemic, called Dawn a “third-wave specialty coffee shop” that prides itself on meticulous, specialized service. “Everything is made to be served right then and there,” he said.

I won’t pretend to be a coffee expert after years of grinding, pouring over, and French-pressing pricy beans, I’m mostly on loose-leaf green tea these days, though I occasionally spring for an oat-milk dirty chai or blasts of espresso. But I was pretty blown away by Werth’s

creations, not realizing that coffee had veered so deeply into cocktail-ish creations: a zippy, slightly herbal espresso with house-made tonic on ice; the ’Spro Fashioned leaning both sweet and spicy like the classic drink; the incredibly creamy, hard-to-put-down orange cardamom latte; and the Fade to Green combination of matcha tea and Ugandan vanilla in a shakerato style.

That matcha is made by Mizuba Tea, just one of the many ingredients with regional ties, like honey from Wylde Works and beans from Coastal Coffee Collective. “We’re using as many local goods as we can,” said Werth, who came to Dawn after working at Dune and Low Pigeon. He hesitated to take the gig at first, requesting, almost as a joke, a reverse osmosis machine to make ice. They said yes. “Oh,” realized Werth, “they’re serious about a great product.”

I was pretty jacked up by the time I got a tour from general manager Nick Gillio, the son of the longtime jeweler on State Street. The San Marcos High grad spent a decade working in San Diego’s hotel industry, becoming a regional manager for Kimpton, then returned to work at El Encanto and Alisal before settling into this job. “It’s a dream come true to open a hotel and be a general manager in Santa Barbara,” said Gillio, “especially on the most happening block in town.”

After showing me where to check out surfboards, yoga mats, and bikes, he took me into a few of the 45 rooms, where the cozy spaces felt like all you needed, especially with a big TV, pour-over coffee, and handwoven robes. “In Santa Barbara, you don’t need to sit in your room,” said Gillio, even more so when you’re right downtown. “The location of the hotel is one of the coolest things.” That said, the mountain views from the rear-facing rooms are about as stunning as you can get downtown.

Drift is the second property opened under that banner by TMC Hospitality. The first was in Cabo, and now there’s one in Palm Springs too, with Nashville on the way. TMC just bought Buttonwood Farm in the Santa Ynez Valley as well, with plans to bring overnight stays there, though that will be a few years out. Back downstairs, Gillio made the case that having a barista and

bartender as de facto concierges was better anyway. After all, who’s more updated on the scene than the people living that life?

Tending to Dusk is John Hardin, who’s developed an extensive array of fresh juices, tinctures, syrups, seasoned salts, and cocktailing gadgets to accompany the deep list of mezcals, tequilas, and other agave-based spirits on the bar’s back wall. The search for new liquors and mixers never stops for this former food and beverage director at the Ace Hotel & Swim Club in Palm Springs, who explained, “We’re constantly looking for new brands and really cool stuff.”

Every drink Hardin shared was a sensory journey: the sweet-smoke-spice combo of mezcal, ginger, honey, and chili de arbol of Smoke ’Em if You Got ’Em, lined with a smoked salt rim; the pink-peppercorned (both in the booze and salt) prickly pear and habanero Picante Amante; the High and Dry, a martini riff with olivewashed vodka, tomato water, and viscous drops of basil oil; and the Sip on This, an Old Fashioned–esque use of two reposados, tamarind demerara, and bitters.

Most eye-popping, however, was Into the Sky, where a fluorescent blue blend of tequila, orgeat, makrut lime, and blue curacao rest below a cloud of smoke suspended in a bubble that the customer pops. “It’s definitely a showstopper,” said Hardin. “Everyone looks over and wants to try the bubble.”

Balancing all that buzz was a catch-of-the-day ceviche, an avocado tostada with salsa macha, and a plate of oysters, with just the right amount of micro cilantro and shaved serrano to provide added sensation without unnecessary flavor. Coming straight from Jolly Oyster, which farms the oysters near Ensenada and delivers them directly to Dusk, these shellfish are as pristine as they get. “We’re getting oysters that we know are harvested that day,” said Hardin.

No matter the time, there’s plenty to see at 524 State Street right now. Maybe it’s less mysterious than when we used to wonder what went down in the old Scientology building, but there’s a new movement happening within those same walls, and the doors are open to all of us every day and night. 524 State St.; (844) 721-2658; drifthotels.co/santabarbara

by Matt Kettmann | Photos by Don Brubaker

Dusk’s John Hardin

Orange cardamom latte

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owned Landmark for 45 years plus.

nice selection of homemade cakes & desserts, Scandiavian kringle, Strudels, the famous Butterings, & specialty coffees.

lunch & dinner. High Tea service for 2 or more. Date night boxes.

Pairing Margerum Wines with Bento Boxes

Given the tremendous range of flavors available in Japanese cuisine, from fresh to funky, savory to sweet, spicy to delicate, it’s confounding that sushi and its culinary counterparts are not already a regular part of pairing menus in wine country. Counteracting that unfortunate oversight is Margerum Wine Company’s new tasting room in Los Olivos, where customers can pre-order bento boxes that have been developed to match with Doug Margerum’s bottlings.

“I love everything about Japan, and I love my wine with Japanese food,” said Margerum, who’d just returned from his latest trip to the island country when we met to try the first official bento box together. “It was one of my best markets for so long, and COVID just killed it.”

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While preparing to open this Los Olivos location which is tiny, especially compared to the winery’s Funk Zone spread on East Mason Street Margerum “wanted to do something completely different than any other place in town.” Sushi was a novel choice. “I don’t think it exists,” he said when asked if other tasting rooms served it.

there,” said Margerum and the Barden pinot noir with the bulgogi pork dish. That freshly styled red cleaned up the Korean spice well.

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He reached out to Jina Bae, the former chef at A-Ru in Buellton. With the help of her son Brian, Bae now sells their creations directly to customers out of the Los Olivos Grocery under the name Sushi BB. Margerum took his team over to figure out the bento box, explaining, “She laid out a picnic table full of food, and we brought the wines.”

They created a $150, five-course meal for two, which must be ordered a day in advance of your visit. After we chose between metal and wooden chopsticks, our box started with a crispy soy paper roll full of Dungeness crab baked in vanilla bean sauce, paired with the similarly crisp Barden blanc de blancs sparkling wine. The yuzu kosho yellowtail that followed was washed down by the zesty Sybarite sauvignon blanc, and then came unagi, yet the sweet-smoky eel didn’t come with a red wine.

“If you had told me intellectually that this worked with the M5 White, I would have said no,” explained Margerum of how the white blend somehow matched the rich meat. “There’s a little bitterness in Rhône whites that work with that sweetness. That was the big surprise of our original tasting.”

We got into reds after that, namely the M5 red blend that played against the richness of the bluefin tuna with shiso, avo, and umeboshi in sesame dressing “there’s a roast beef quality

There’s also the option to order Kumamoto oysters alongside a bottle of that blanc de blancs. That $90 combo comes topped with finely sliced scallions, a tiny drip of sriracha, and, if needed, lemon juice and ponzu sauces on the side. They were seafoam fresh, a refreshing option for hotter days, or just to kick off your meal, like we did. “Oh,” moaned Margerum as he slurped the shellfish down followed by the sparkling, “That’s a nice match.”

As to why he needed a second tasting room at all, there are myriad reasons. “People would come to wine country and ask about the tasting room, and we’d have to tell them it was 45 minutes south,” said Margerum of the Santa Barbara hub, which remains a busy place.

But Los Olivos will also serve as a place for people to pick up wine club shipments, for wine industry professionals who visit the Santa Ynez Valley to stop by, and as a jumping-off point for touring his estate vineyard, located just a couple minutes away. “It’s a little extra credit for us, and a place to be able to entertain visitors,” said Margerum, who recently moved to the town himself.

Plus, the valley is evolving. “Mattei’s is a gamechanger,” said Margerum of the recently opened resort. “It’s bringing another population to town that’s definitely our demographic.”

Presumably, they’re of a class that likes oysters and sushi. “It does require a little planning,” said Margerum of the need to order oysters and bento boxes at least a day in advance. “But it makes this a must-visit.”

A specially paired bento box created by Jina and Brian Bae of BB Sushi for Margerum Wines

Remembering Chef Karim

MEMORIES: One of Santa Barbara’s most beloved chefs, Karim Chhibbane, who passed away December 24, 2022, was celebrated in a local gathering last weekend.

Amemorial was held in Santa Barbara on August 13, 2023, for the South Coast’s legendary Chef Karim Chhibbane, who passed away Christmas Eve last year from heart failure. He was 64. Karim was one of the nicest people I ever met. He opened Chef Karim’s Moroccan Restaurant in Victoria Court in 1996, enjoying nearly 15 years of success.

Upon retiring in 2010, he sent me a message to share with readers. “Thank you to all of Santa Barbara, to SIMA, to you John, also to people from other places that traveled and came here many many times,” said Chhibbane. “But especially those from Santa Barbara. It’s been a great experience to be with the people of Santa Barbara and feel that I’m home. I’ve never felt for one day that I’m not home.”

Read Matt Kettmann’s write-up on the life of Chef Karim in the Full Belly Files at Independent.com.

RESTAURANT OPENINGS: Here is a list of area eateries that have opened this year:

August 2023: The Eddy, 137 E. De la Guerra St. July 2023: Chick-fil-A (reopened), 3707 State St.; Maria’s Tacos, 6545 Pardall Rd., Isla Vista; Social Eats, 6521 Pardall Rd., Isla Vista; The Kitchen (inside Calvary Chapel), 1 N. Calle Cesar Chavez, Ste. 21

June 2023: KOZY Craft Coffee, 6560 Pardall Rd., Isla Vista

May 2023: Goodland Waffles and Melts, 1131 State St.; I.V. Pizza and Pub, 6533 Trigo Rd., Ste. 108, Isla Vista; Los Alto, 5892 Hollister Ave., Goleta

April 2023: Beast Taqueria, 634 State St. (inside M. Special); Draughtsmen Aleworks, 1631 Mission Dr., Solvang; Sweet Reef Boba, 620 State St.; Taqueria La Unica, 3771 State St.; Three Pickles Deli, 1436 Chapala St.

March 2023: Rascal’s Vegan Food, 432 E. Haley St.; Three Monkeys, 38 W. Victoria St.

February 2023: Dawn Café, 524 State St.; Gala, 705 Anacapa St.; Kaz To-Go Japanese Food, 3613 State St.; Maiz Picante Taqueria, 2714 De la Vina St.

January 2023: Brass Bear Brewing, 3302 McCaw Ave.; Dave’s Drip House, 199 S. Turnpike Rd.

ANGEL OAK INTRODUCES SUNDAY BRUNCH: Angel Oak, at The RitzCarlton Bacara, is now offering Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with complimentary valet for anyone driving in to experience brunch at Angel Oak on Sundays and the 10 percent off for locals applies as well.

“Chef Josh Kellim’s extensive brunch menu includes decadent offerings and unique delights ranging from a half-dozen oysters and Ritz-Carlton Caviar to the savory duck and vegetables hash,” says the restaurant.

Brunching options include eggs Benedict, avocado toast, and blueberry banana pancakes, the signature Goleta lemon tart, and much more. Visit angeloakrestaurantsb.com.

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THE THREE SUNFLOWERS BLOOMS AGAIN FOR UKRAINIAN CHILDREN

SANTA BARBARA–BASED NONPROFIT WORKS TO BRING BOOK OF PEACE AND HOPE TO CHILDREN AFFECTED BY THE WAR

Initially inspired by a desire to bring comfort and help children make sense out of the world “in the wake of 9/11, the tsunami in the Indian Ocean, Hurricane Katrina, and the La Conchita mudslides,” writer Janet Lucy and her team at the nonprofit Seven Seas Press have recently turned their award-winning book The Three Sunflowers into a bilingual UkrainianEnglish edition dedicated to the children of Ukraine. They are working in collaboration with the Stand with Ukraine Foundation in Los Angeles, which offers global and local support, to help get books directly into the hands of children affected by the war.

After publishing the first book, a bilingual English-Spanish edition featuring illustrations by Colleen McCarthy-Evans, more than a decade ago, Lucy said that, “along the way, what I discovered, and I didn’t know this at the time, but sunflowers are an international symbol of peace.”

The story of The Three Sunflowers revolves around a turbulent day in a garden where this trio of sunflowers the tall, wise Gloria; and the newer arrivals, Sunny and Solomiia (named for the daughter of translator Iryna Demchyshyna, who fled the war in Ukraine with her then-4-year-old daughter in April 2022, and stayed with an American host family for five months) learn to face a series of unexpected and chaotic events that they have no power to stop.

“The whole idea of the book is to teach children how to find peace within themselves, especially during frightening events. It’s teaching them the value of resilience in difficult times,” said Lucy.

“I couldn’t imagine a more timely and relevant book to create for Ukrainian children,” said Lucy. She outlined a serendipitous series of events where, as she became aware of the sunflowers’ significance and began discussions with McCarthy-Evans about finding a Ukrainian translator, “about a month later, Colleen called me and she said, ‘You’re not gonna believe this my sister opened her home [in Los Angeles] to a Ukrainian mother and daughter who fled the war. And Iryna that’s her name is a professional translator.’ ”

“I teared up when Colleen and Janet asked me to translate the book,” said Demchyshyna in a statement. “It was my dream to translate again, and sunflowers are the national flower of Ukraine.”

She continued, “When Solomiia read the book, it made her feel stronger and gave her hope. This book reminds us that everything will be all right. Don’t give up! Stay strong!”

The book comes with a “Discussion and Activities Guide” to help children engage deeply with the story and explore the themes as they relate to their own lives. “I like to include discussion guides, and so it was really important to me that for this one, I was able to do that in a way that was sensitive, relevant, and meaningful for the children and Ukraine. So Iryna consulted on that as well as the whole book, really for the relevance of the content,” said Lucy.

Prompts include questions like, “How do the three sunflowers take care of each other?” and “How do you and your loved ones take care of each other?” to easily help children draw parallels to their own lives and relate them to the story.

Inspired by Iryna and Solomiia’s story, and in the spirit of their mission, Seven Seas Press is launching a campaign to send copies of

/The Three Sunflowers to Ukrainian children displaced by the war. Donations will go to funding books to distribute through organizations serving Ukrainian children locally and internationally.

—Leslie Dinaberg

To support this fundraiser, visit sevenseaspress.org/childrensbooks forukraine.

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MUSIC, MARIACHI AND MORE WITH ¡VIVAELARTEDE

SANTABÁRBARA!

¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara! returns to Santa Barbara to bring people together to share the rich cultural heritage of Latin America. The 2023-24 lineup features a Grammy nominee, Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles, mariachi, and more.

Grammy nominee Perla Batalla (Sept. 8-10) is a Ventura-based singer who brings a lifetime of experience crossing musical borders to her programs of traditional and contemporary Latin American music. Batalla’s Mexican and Argentine parents ran Discoteca Batalla, a Los Angeles record store where Batalla was exposed nonstop to music that cut across genres and languages. Through her performance, Batalla will express love for her identity and the hybrid musical culture in which she was raised. People can expect to hear Spanish-language favorites that will be rendered with contagious rhythm and joy.

Founded in 2011 by Kareli Montoya, Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles (Oct. 13-15) tells stories of Mexican heritage through original choreography inspired by traditional folk-dance forms. The company achieved international recognition when they were featured in the 90th Academy Awards ceremony dancing in celebration of the Disney/Pixar film Coco. Often having as many as 40 dancers on stage at once, their performances offer precision and a spirited expression of Mexican culture.

Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles (Jan. 19-21, 2024) brings sensitivity, beauty, and vivacious spirit to the historic art of mariachi as they blaze a trail for women in a male-dominated musical genre. Since being established in 1994, they have gone on three record albums and shared the stage with world-renowned artists.

Quitapenas (Mar. 8-10, 2024), a group that shares a love of dance rhythms from Afro-Latin diaspora, along with Jarabe Mexicano (May 17-19, 2024), who captures the nostalgic spirit of their border roots with their brand of “Bordeño soul,” will also be featured in the upcoming season. —Colette Victorino

For more information about ¡Viva el Arte de Santa Bárbara!’s free community performances, see artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/learn/viva-elarte-de-santa-barbara.

An illustration by Colleen McCarthy-Evans from The Three Sunflowers

The Three Sunflowers Ukrainian-English edition translator Iryna Demchyshyna and her daughter Solomiia

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The cover of the Ukrainian-English edition of The Three Sunflowers

Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles

ARTS FUND EXHIBIT SPOTLIGHTS MENTORS

For the last 30 years, the Arts Fund of Santa Barbara has helped hundreds of young people hone their art skills in their Teen Arts Mentorship program. This year, they’ve decided to flip the focus on some of the mentors that have made the past three decades so successful. The Arts Fund’s newest exhibition, Nurturing the Youth, is now on view, showcasing the work of 10 established artist mentors who’ve helped young artists flourish. The pieces range from pen and ink to cyanotype, 2D to 3D, documentary to sci-fi.

Terra Cobian has been on both sides of the program as a mentee and mentor. They now serve as the Arts Fund’s Program Manager and helped curate the show.

“The point of the show was kind of to have more of an eclectic feel to it,” Cobian explained. “We’ve also invited the mentors to specifically showcase things that they were perhaps working on either while they were mentoring, or the medium that they did teach.”

Rather than seeming disjointed, the varied mix of artwork really works. Walking around the gallery feels like a journey through time and the possibilities of art. Colin Gray’s remixed Renaissance portraits take viewers to the past right before they are throttled to the future with Laura-Susan Thomas’s “Lost Luggage” dystopian creation. Even the short-term passage of time is invoked with Oscar Pearson’s Grounded series.

Susan M. Connors mentored younger children for 24 years through the Arts Fund program. In her artist statement, Connors said she misses the “unique and lively impact of mentoring kids in art,” as “creating with them is an endless inspiration.” Her acrylic and collage pieces are quite striking, with splattered patterns peeking out from underneath other layers of paint.

Program Manager Cobian’s own photography pieces hang on opposite walls of the gallery, each depicting a Black pregnant person. Cobian shared that their work was inspired by the creation of Black life and timelines and was originally on display in the Melanin Gallery. This work also reflects their experience as a trans nonbinary artist.

“I think as queer people we often are on a different timeline. It’s just a completely different structure. … I’ve come out as something new at least like probably five times now,” they said. “I see a lot of my other friends who aren’t queer and they are getting married and having kids at my age. It’s kind of interesting to see the big differences and even cultural shifts.”

Cobian got their start in photography at 16 years old, thanks to the very same mentorship program. Growing up in a low-income household meant most opportunities to pursue art were inaccessible, but when their mom found the Arts Fund’s free photography class, they begrudgingly gave it a shot.

After the program, Cobian stayed in contact with their mentor and assisted him in big brand shoots. This was possible due to Arts Fund Mentorship’s unique focus on teaching teens how to make a living from their artistic passions.

Now celebrating 40 years of public art programming and 30 years of mentorship, the Arts Fund is expanding their course offerings to include musical theater and music production.

—Hannah Weaver

Nurturing the Youth can be viewed Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Arts Fund Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza through September 8. The Teen Arts Mentorship student work will go on display in November. See artsfundsb.org.

“Immersion No. 5” by John Hood

Cordially invites you to:

The 22nd Annual Bene t for the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission Honoring Bernard “Barney” Melekian

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Two O ’Clock in the Afternoon

The Beach at Rancho Dos Pueblos

• Santa Barbara’s most popular Silent Auction

• Dinner on the lawn by Lorraine Lim Catering

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ARIES

(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): The Lincoln Calibration Sphere 1 is a hollow globe of aluminum launched into Earth orbit in 1965. Fiftyeight years later, it continues to circle the planet and is still doing the job it was designed to do. It enables groundbased radar devices to perform necessary calibrations. I propose we celebrate and honor the faithfulness of this magic sphere. May it serve as an inspiring symbol for you in the coming months. More than ever before, you have the potential to do what you were made to do and with exceptional steadiness and potency. I hope you will be a pillar of inspiring stability for those you care about.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): “Live as though you’re living a second time and as though the first time you lived, you did it wrong, and now you’re trying to do things right.” Holocaust survivor and author Viktor Frankl offered this advice. I wouldn’t want to adhere to such a demanding practice every day of my life. But I think it can be an especially worthwhile exercise for you in the coming weeks. You will have a substantial capacity to learn from your past; to prevent mediocre histories from repeating themselves; to escape the ruts of your habit mind and instigate fresh trends.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Gemini author Jamie Zafron wrote an article titled “To Anyone Who Thinks They’re Falling Behind in Life.” She says, “Sometimes you need two more years of life experience before you can make your masterpiece into something that will feel real and true and raw. Sometimes you’re not falling in love because whatever you need to know about yourself is only knowable through solitude. Sometimes you haven’t met your next collaborator. Sometimes your sadness encircles you because, one day, it will be the opus upon which you build your life.” This is excellent advice for you in the coming months, dear Gemini. You’ll be in a phase of incubation, preparing the way for your Next Big Thing. Honor the gritty, unspectacular work you have ahead! It will pay off.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): You’re entering a phase when you will generate maximum luck if you favor what’s short and sweet instead of what’s long and complicated. You will attract the resources you need if you identify what they are with crisp precision and do not indulge in fuzzy indecision. The world will conspire in your favor to the degree that you avoid equivocating. So please say precisely what you mean! Be a beacon of clear, relaxed focus!

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): Unless you are French, chances are you have never heard of Saint-John Perse (1887–1975). He was a renowned diplomat for the French government and a poet who won the Nobel Prize for Literature. Now he’s virtually unknown outside of his home country. Can we draw useful lessons for your use, Leo? Well, I suspect that in the coming months, you may very well come into greater prominence and wield more clout. But it’s crucial for the long-term health of your soul that during this building time, you are in service to nurturing your soul as much as your ego. The worldly power and pride you achieve will ultimately fade like Perse’s. But the spiritual growth you accomplish will endure forever.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “Life is not so bad if you have plenty of luck, a good physique, and not too much imagination.” Virgo author Christopher Isherwood said that. I’m offering his thought because I believe life will be spectacularly not bad for you in the coming weeks whether or not you have a good physique. In fact, I’m guessing life will be downright enjoyable, creative, and fruitful. In part, that’s because you will be the beneficiary of a stream of luck. And in part, your gentle triumphs and graceful productiveness will unfold because you will be exceptionally imaginative.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “You know how crazy love can make you,”

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write Mary D. Esselman and Elizabeth Ash Vélez in their book Love Poems for Real Life. “On any given day, you’re insanely happy, maniacally miserable, kooky with contentment, or bonkers with boredom and that’s in a good relationship.” They add, “You have to be a little nuts to commit yourself, body and soul, to one other person one wonderful, goofy, fallible person in the hope that happily ever after really does exist.” The authors make good points, but their view of togetherness will be less than fully applicable to you in the coming months. I suspect life will bring you boons as you focus your intelligence on creating well-grounded, nourishing, nonmelodramatic bonds with trustworthy allies.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “I don’t adopt anyone’s ideas I have my own.” So proclaimed Scorpio author Ivan Turgenev (1818–1883). Really, Ivan? Were you never influenced by someone else’s concepts, principles, art, or opinions? The fact is that all of us live in a world created and shaped by the ideas of others. We should celebrate that wondrous privilege! We should be pleased we don’t have to produce everything from scratch under our own power. As for you Scorpios reading this oracle, I urge you to be the antiTurgenev in the coming weeks. Rejoice at how interconnected you are and take full advantage of it. Treasure the teachings that have made you who you are. Sing your gratitude for those who have forged the world you love to live in. You now have the power to be an extraordinary networker.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The Tibetan term lenchak is often translated as “karmic debt.” It refers to the unconscious conditioning and bad old habits that attract us to people we would be better off not engaging. I will be bold and declare that sometime soon, you will have fully paid off a lenchak that has caused you relationship problems. Congrats! You are almost free of a long-running delusion. You don’t actually need an influence you thought you needed.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): If you’re like many of us, you have a set bathing routine. In the shower or bath, you start your cleansing process with one particular action, like washing your face, and go on to other tasks in the same sequence every time. Some people live most of their lives this way: following well-established patterns in all they do. I’m not criticizing that approach, though it doesn’t work for me. I need more unpredictability and variety. Anyway, Capricorn, I suspect that in the coming weeks, you will benefit from trying my practice. Have fun creating variations on your standard patterns. Enjoy being a novelty freak with the daily details.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In July 1812, composer Ludwig van Beethoven wrote a 10-page love letter to a woman he called “My Angel” and “Immortal Beloved.” He never sent it, and scholars are still unsure of the addressee’s identity. The message included lines like “you my everything, my happiness my solace my everything” and “forever thine, forever mine, forever us.” I hope you will soon have sound reasons for composing your own version of an “Immortal Beloved” letter. According to my astrological analysis, it’s time for your tender passion to fully bloom. If there’s not a specific person who warrants such a message, write it to an imaginary lover.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): At age 32, artist Peter Milton realized the colors he thought he used in his paintings were different from what his viewers saw. He got his eyes tested and discovered he had color blindness. For example, what he regarded as gray with a hint of yellow, others perceived as green. Shocked, he launched an unexpected adjustment. For the next 40 years, all his paintings were black and white only. They made him famous and have been exhibited in major museums. I love how he capitalized on an apparent disability and made it his strength. I invite you to consider a comparable move in the coming months.

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Manages and reports on income and expenses for Campus Dining’s Retail Operations. Reviews and verifies reconciliation of expense ledgers and ensures that expenses are properly identified, classified, and balanced to the monthly P&L statement. Reports on operational statistics and creates projections on historical data, current demographics, and planned capital expenditures. Provides liaison leadership to departmental units as well as to UCen Accounting and ARIT departments with recommendations and analysis in the areas of labor, accounting, purchasing, and technical equipment. Works closely with Campus Dining’s Retail managers/ asst. directors (9) to assist in budget development, recommends cost cutting strategies, provides data on sales history per day or month, assists managers with measuring labor vs. sales per hour to attain or exceed budgeted goals. Researches technical equipment (hardware/ software, printers, POS) and makes decisions on selection and purchasing.

Oversees 30 computerized and 4 non‑computerized registers and administers 4 different operating platforms. Works with a high level of proficiency in Excel, CBORD menu, inventory; and all other software utilized by Campus Dining Retail Operations. Trains employees in the use of all software and hardware.

Performs analysis on bids for all food, non‑food, and leased tenant

operations that are part of an RFQ or RFP process. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 3‑5 years of experience in a finance/accounting/ retail role. Advanced proficiency in Excel, foodservice menu software, and inventory. Able to perform analysis on bids for all food and non‑food. Strong analytical and organizational skills and the ability to multitask. Strong oral and written communication skills.

Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Range: $67,200/yr. ‑ $80,000.00/ yr. Posting Salary Range: $67,200/ yr. ‑ $85,000.00/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/24/2023. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER (Santa Barbara, CA): Sketch & gener 3D comp drawings & mdels to dvlp dsgns. Prfrm CAD drafting for buildings. Mltpl Pos’s. Bachelor’s in Architecture or Architectural or Urban Dsgn or rltd + 2 years’ exp in the job or rltd, or Master’s in Architecture, Architectural or Urban Dsgn or rltd + 0 years’ exp req, or any suitable combo of edu, trng, or exp. Annual pay range: $81,000‑$83,000. Resumes: Blackbird Architects, Inc., resume@bbird.com.

ASSESSMENT & USER EXPERIENCE ANALYST

UCSB LIBRARY

Responsible for coordinating and conducting assessment and user experience research activities to inform the development and improvement of library public services and outreach (inclusive of instruction, reference, public computing, public service desks, website, events, and exhibitions). In this new role, the Assessment & User Experience Analyst manages data collection for the Library’s Division of Learning & Engagement, designs and implements user research studies, analyzes data and research findings and presents recommendations. Works with internal stakeholders to define projects and engages with diverse users to obtain feedback on library public services and outreach. The Assessment & User Experience Analyst would join a growing ecosystem of analytics and user experience staff who will collaborate and learn from each other, including a Front End Developer & User Experience Designer and a Collections Analytics Coordinator.

Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and/or training. Experience conducting user experience studies using methodologies such as surveys, focus groups, usability testing, and interviews. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check The full salary range is $61,700 to $108,100/yr. The budgeted salary range is $62,000 to $84,900/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled.

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Job # 57327

CATERING SALES

MANAGER

THE CLUB & GUEST HOUSE

The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for the catering sales and administrative management of The Club & Guest House catering services. Serves as the departmental liaison, assisting clients with planning catered events, assisting with menu selection, and arranging for rental equipment, linens and event decor.

Works with The Club Scheduling on room logistics for in‑house events. The organizational duties of the position pertain to processing catering orders, keeping accurate records of events, distributing catering orders in weekly BEO meetings, updating posted orders as necessary, and communicating all changes to necessary staff. Bills clients and works with the Club’s Business Office ensuring all events for month‑end are billed. Manages on site catered events when needed.

The Financial responsibilities of this position relate to the monitoring and recording of monthly sales for budget purposes. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years Experience working in an office environment and knowledge in using Word, Excel and Google Workspace or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends. Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range: $27.29/hr. ‑ $30.60/hr. Posting Salary Range: $27.29/hr. ‑ $32.04/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/28/2023. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 57676

CHIEF FINANCIAL & OPERATIONS OFFICER

ARTS & LECTURES

Has full functional responsibility for all financial, personnel and administrative operations of the Arts & Lectures unit. Serves as an advisor to the Executive Director and Associate Director on high‑level matters of critical importance, creating and implementing short and long‑range strategic financial, personnel, and operation plans and goals. Directs contractors, vendors and departmental staff at select A&L events and has the autonomy and authority to represent the organization at high level meetings and events. Serves as a senior point

of contact in the absence of the Executive and Associate Director. Responsibilities include management of all Arts & Lectures finances, including complex income accounts exceeding $10 million annually, as well as management at the department level of the Arts & Lectures $30 million endowment campaign funds. Has delegated signature authority for all Arts & Lectures funds. Additionally, the A&L unit is granted procurement authority to execute contracts for professional services in excess of $3 million annually; the CFO/COO establishes structures, policy and procedure to ensure success in delegation and auditability of all department transactions. Handles high level contractual negotiation with agents/artists/managers. Responsible for complex financial reporting, including economic forecasting and modeling, projections on investment income, and advising the Executive Director on financial strategies and risks. Prepares reports and presents on financial performance and projections to the Arts & Lectures Finance Council. Responsible for directing the administrative operations on a day‑to‑day basis with broad impact, autonomy and authority to act, including managing the needs of all personnel and managing all space and facility needs for A&L. Exercises a high degree of autonomy in addressing departmental issues and creating departmental policy. Independently identifies issues, initiates research, interprets information, and acts on issues regarding personnel, space and facilities management, grants management, accounting, travel, payroll, procurement, contracting, and business services. Req: Bachelor’s Degree in related area or equivalent training and/or experience. 4‑6 years’ experience managing the operations of a complex, multi‑faceted, and deadline‑driven organization. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours.The full salary range is $101,100 to $192,300/yr. The budgeted salary range is $101,100 ‑ $150,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/23/23. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 57439

CITATIONS & ADJUDICATION SUPERVISOR

PARKING SERVICES

Oversees and administers the Citation and Adjudication Operation in Transportation & Parking Services (TPS). Responsible for over $1 million collected annually into the Fines and Forfeitures account. Oversees Citations and Adjudication unit in the performance of their daily duties. Ensures high level customer support and problem solving. Responsible for coordination and integration of databases for numerous vendors as well as on campus systems such as T2, Iris, ParkMobile, UCPath, BARC, Mercury, and Gold. Acts as liaison

between Parking Services, other campus departments and the public. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of citation processing including citation appeals, Administrative Hearings, DMV interface, and preparation of letters for mailing as well as routine or complex correspondence. In compliance with the California Vehicle Code (CVC), uses independent judgment in the adjudication of citation appeals. Addresses customer problems and complaints. Interacts with a highly diverse campus population in dealing with complex issues of campus access and parking at UCSB, by exercising diplomacy and tact even in the face of adversity. Reqs: High School Diploma. 1‑3 years experience with parking operations; policies and procedures. Demonstrated communication skills to build alliances and partnerships. Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, codes and ordinances related to parking management. Proficient in operation of web‑based parking related systems and office software. Demonstrated ability to confront and clarify issues. Strong organizational and time management skills. Notes: Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: $33.52/hr.‑ $36.88/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job #57213

CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER 2 (OR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER 3)

UCSB, STUDENT HEALTH

CSW on the UCSB Community Safety Response Team (CSRT) provides mobile response for those experiencing a mental health crisis on UCSB Campus. The co‑response crisis team and collaborative approach is designed to implement a vision for campus safety response that is led by trained mental health and wellness professionals. As a member of this team, will provide multiculturally informed screening/evaluation, wellness checks, de‑escalation, follow‑up, care coordination, and outreach based on the severity and complexity of the need. Reports to the Director of Social Work in UCSB Student Health with strong functional and working relationships with other members of the team in CAPS and UCPD. The CSW 2 will perform their duties under the formal clinical supervision of the Social Work Director following the guidelines established by the California BBS. The CSW 3 will perform their duties independently under their full licensure. Reqs: Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program is required at both the CSW 2 and CSW 3 level. Certified in CPR for healthcare professionals or able to obtain certification within 90 days of hire is required at both the CSW 2 and CSW 3 level. CSW

2: California Associate Clinical Social Worker registration. In addition to the required qualifications above the CSW 3 will need the following: 3 years of post‑Masters experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. California Licensed

Clinical Social Worker license (or LMFT, LPCC). Notes: Student Health requires all clinical staff to successfully pass the fingerprint background check and credentialing process before the start date. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Shift: Days/Evenings/Swing Shift/ Weekends. Days: Wed.‑Sun. or Sun.‑Wed. Hours: 10‑hour shifts, generally 2:00 pm‑12:00am. Must be able to work a variable schedule and work on‑call. Must be willing to become certified for 5150/involuntary hospitalization. Must successfully complete and pass the background check before employment and date of hire. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range*: CSW 2: $39.70 ‑ $42.11/hour / CSW 3: $40.73 ‑ $42.40/hour. Full Title Code Pay Range: CSW 2: $34.56 ‑ $48.38/hour / CSW 3: $38.40 ‑ $53.75/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 56919 Continued

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Responsible for student affairs and academic personnel coordination for the Data Science (DS) Initiative. Serves as the initial source of information, advises students regarding general and program information. Ensures grades are reported and develops and updates the Schedule of Classes and other publications. Requires knowledge of policy and procedures for undergraduate education. Serves as the departmental liaison with the Office of the Registrar on all matters pertaining to program courses grades and undergraduate records. With Data Science Director and Business Officer, develops and prepares program curriculum plan for each academic year and prepares temporary sub‑0 budget. Responsible for processing all employment transactions for DS academic employees, including lecturers, teaching assistants and undergraduate learning assistants, in UCPath. Serves as resource for and advises DS Initiative Director on academic personnel policies including procedures covering academic recruitment, appointment, and advancement; compensation and salary administration; labor contracts; visa procurement; benefits; payroll. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and/or training.

Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. This position is currently funded for 1 year from the start date. The full salary range is $24.95 to $42.10/yr. The hourly range is $24.95 to $28.42/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 56729

DINING BUSINESS ASSISTANT

CAMPUS DINING

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS ANALYST STUDENT HEALTH

CAMPUS DINING

Oversees activities in the dining room meal services providing excellent customer service. This position is responsible for event execution, and supervision. Acts as the onsite manager at catering events throughout the year which can include lead oversight on evenings and weekends. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

1‑3 years demonstrated ability to organize and manage a restaurant service and variety of events while maintaining a high standard of excellence or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years proven ability to train, schedule and supervise student staff or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. ServSafe certification, or equivalent certification within 90 days of hire. Must maintain valid CA DL, a clean DMV record and enrollment in DMV Pull‑Notice Program. Work hours/days will vary, and may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for up to 8 hours a day. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range: $47,800‑$54,866/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/24/2023. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 57449

EMPLOYMENT/ PAYROLL COORDINATOR

PHYSICS

The Employment/Payroll Coordinator plays a key role in the efficient functioning of the Physics Department financial unit. In consultation with the Finance Manager and in collaboration with the other financial analysts, develops and implements payroll management and tracking systems utilizing Excel, campus programs, and other applications to accurately analyze and manage multiple payroll, benefits, and associated funding records. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent combination of experience/training. 1 year of experience using spreadsheet and database software for financial analysis and financial reports. 1‑year of experience processing payroll. 1 year of experience reviewing financial transactions for accuracy and appropriate use of funds. 1 year of experience preparing financial projections and reports. Notes: This is a soft‑funded contract position for one year with the possibility of extension up to three years. This is a hybrid position. Must be able to commute to the UCSB campus approx. 3 days/week. Satisfactory conviction history background check. The full salary rangeis $27.16 to $46.70/hr. The budgeted hourly range is $27.16 to $31.61/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/24/23. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 57446

Plays a key role in ensuring effective and efficient financial and business functions for Student Health. Incumbent performs responsible and complex professional financial analysis and processing. Provides policy information to staff and handles multiple complex and confidential projects that require strong analytical and organizational skills, and accurate interpretation of policies and procedures. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office software, such as Word, Excel, etc. Ability to communicate effectively and work with a diverse clientele and work group. Ability to work effectively in a service‑oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities. Notes: Mandated reporter for requirements of child and adult dependent abuse. Must successfully complete and pass the background check before employment and date of hire. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range: $29.03/hour ‑ $30.99/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https:// jobs.ucsb.edu Job #56496

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

THE CLUB & GUEST HOUSE

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the overall foodservice of The Club & Guest house, a 150‑seat dining facility with an event space, located within a hotel setting.

The Food & Beverage Manager reports to the Executive Director of Campus Dining and will oversee all food and beverage service functions of The Club & Guest House. This role is crucial to ensuring The Club & Guest House is represented to both the campus and the surrounding community as an organization that provides the highest degree of customer satisfaction and standards of excellence in all aspects of guest services. The Food & beverage Manager will be responsible for the day‑to‑day food & beverage operations, event services planning and execution, and directly supervises the Chef, Events & Catering Sales Manager, Dining Room & Catering Supervisor, and all service staff. Reqs: 4‑6 years of progressive experience in collegiate or high volume, full service food operations, hotel/restaurant management. Thorough knowledge in food service operations and sanitation regulations. Demonstrated leadership abilities, customer service and communication skills, interpersonal savvy, strategic and organizational agility, managing vision and purpose, innovation management, and business accumen. Intermediate computer application skills to include food service applications for point of sale and inventory control software. Notes: UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act. Maintain a valid CA driver’s license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV Employee Pull‑Notice Program. Satisfactory conviction history background check.

Hiring/Budgeted Range: $67,200/ yr. ‑ $85,000/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/28/2023.

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Job # 57650

LEAD LABORER

RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS

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Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range: $18.96/hr. ‑ $20.12/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic

protected by law. Application review begins 8/25/2023. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 57546

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

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Come join UCSB Student Health’s dynamic team! Our MAs prepare patients for their visit by checking vital signs, assisting with procedures, completing insurance referrals, scheduling patients, answering patient questions, and ensuring the clinic is properly stocked. We provide a comprehensive orientation to clinic routines and the electronic medical record. You will work hand‑in‑hand with Physicians, PAs, NPs, RNs, & LVNs in caring for the student population at UCSB. Reqs: High School diploma or equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications: Certification with one of the following agencies*: American Association of Medical Assistants (AMA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA), Local Emergency Medical Services Agency (LEMSA), Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Note: Applicants without a proper certification will not be considered.

Notes: Student Health requires all clinical staff to successfully pass the background check and complete the credentialing process before the employment date. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Scheduling will be reviewed annually and set for the upcoming fiscal year. Weekly schedule may include Thursday evening hours if need arises. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Budgeted Pay Rate/Range: $24.69/hour ‑ $29.50/ hour. Full Title Code Pay Range: $24.69/hour ‑ $30.68/hour. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 57062

background check. Hiring/Budgeted

Salary Range: $27.29/hr. ‑$32.04/hr.

Full Salary Range: $27.29/hr. ‑$39.12/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled.

Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job #57180

PAYROLL COORDINATOR

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Processes the payroll for Academic Student Employees including Teaching Assistants, Readers and Undergraduate Learning Assistants (ULAs). Duties include entering employment transactions in UCPath and projecting expenditures in the automated accounting system (GUS). Responsible for the hiring of employees in Student Intern titles including initiating J‑1 visas. Assists with ULA application process. Assists with travel and entertainment reimbursements in the Concur system.

Serves as back‑up to the Personnel Administrator as needed, including payroll activities for other academic appointments, timekeeping and visa actions when necessary. Reqs: High school diploma or GED. Thorough knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check Position is funded through June 2025 pending further funding. The full salary range is $27.29 to $39.12/hr. The budgeted hourly range is $27.29 to $29.92/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 56839

POLICE OFFICER

POLICE DEPARTMENT

public as a solo officer as well as an effective member of a team. Accurate report writing skills including the proper use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling, as well as the cohesive organization of facts and information. Experience communicating in various forums: one‑on‑one, in groups, in stressful situations, in writing, as well as the ability to communicate using a police radio while keeping transmissions brief and clear. Notes: Please see job posting at https://jobs. ucsb.edu for detailed information on the special conditions of employment.

Full Salary Range: $44.19/hr. ‑ $55.57/ hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Application review begins 8/25/2023. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 57510

POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR POSITION IN NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (YI LAB)

The Neuroscience Research Institute and the Departments of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology and of Ecology, Evolution and Marine Biology at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a Postdoc position.

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Uses computerized work order system and other software applications to develop, assign and manage administrative processes of property management. Schedules work, tracks progress of work using various software programs, coordinates schedules with various outside resources, vendors, staff and project managers. Utilizes software systems to collect data and create reports. Dispatches for all phases of “trouble calls” and emergency maintenance repairs, and processes recharge tickets with follow‑up with clients. Reqs: High school diploma or equivalent experience. 1‑3 years Administrative experience including the determination of procedures, selection of methods, and implementation of policy. Thorough knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Requires good verbal and written communication skills, active listening, critical thinking, multi‑task and time management skills. Requires interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other nonexempt personnel.

Notes: Satisfactory conviction history

The University of California Police Officers deliver police services to the University and local community. Officers patrol on foot, bicycle and in vehicles; respond to crimes; investigate complaints; arrest offenders; appear in court; respond to medical, fires and other emergencies; control traffic; provide law enforcement and security at major events or assemblies; engage in crime prevention; participate in community liaison meetings; safeguard the custody and disposal of found property and evidence. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent certification. Completed the Law Enforcement Academy. Knowledge of State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations as applicable to the police. Competent in defensive tactics and arrest and control techniques. Shows sound judgment and the ability to process information quickly and thoroughly, while making effective and ethical decisions that are trustworthy and in keeping with the highest standards of conduct. Skilled in the operation of a motor vehicle under emergency and other police‑related driving conditions.

Skill and knowledge in the use and care of all firearms, impact weapons, chemical agents, restraint devices, ECDs, and other safety equipment issued by the Police Department.

Ability and experience in using computers, including Microsoft Office applications, and law enforcement databases. Ability and experience serving and working well with the

The Yi Lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join an interdisciplinary project that combines neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and epigenetics. The overall goal of our research is to investigate how epigenetics impact brain evolution and development, especially in the evolution of unique cognitive abilities and disease vulnerabilities in humans. This project focuses on large‑scale comparative neuro‑epigenomic analyses using single‑cell approaches. The postdoctoral fellow will have opportunities to interact with neuroscientists, primate biologists and anthropologists. The main duties of the postdoctoral fellow are to oversee genomic and epigenomic data collection and take a lead in the analyses of those data. Even though the main activities of the postdoctoral researcher will consist of computational and bioinformatics analyses, she/he will also have opportunities to design and participate in the experiments according to her/ his interests.

The Yi lab is an interdisciplinary group of students and postdocs and project scientists from diverse backgrounds. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.

A reasonable estimated full‑time rate for this position at 100% time is $64,480 ‑ $77,327 annually. For full position and recruitment details and to apply, please visit https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02570

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The Resource Acquisition Unit is responsible for the acquisition and receipt of the general research collections in all formats, including ordering, invoicing, renewals, cancellations, receipt, import profiles, electronic activation, metadata management, electronic resource management, and ReADS department analytics. The unit also supports unique acquisitions for Special Research Collections and General Collections. Under the general supervision of the Resource Acquisitions Unit Head, using a high degree of competency with complex serial records, and following Library policies and procedures: handles the receiving of print continuation materials, provides order creation and maintenance for all formats, processes renewals and cancellations in all formats. Supervises student assistants in Unit tasks. Reqs: High School Diploma or GED. Ability to interpret and apply complex description, filing, and data entry procedures. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check

The full salary range is $27.88 to $41.19/hr. The hourly range is $27.88 to $29.89/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu

Job # 57325

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Budgeted Hourly Range: $18.96/ hr ‑ $20.93/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive

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Villa Caridad located in Santa Barbara, a senior independent living housing community for persons 62 years of age or older, continues to accept applications to a waiting list for our 1-bedroom units. Income limits apply.

You may pick up an application at: 4202 Calle Real Santa Barbara, CA 93110 805-683-4375

Or online at https://www.stvincets-sb.org/programs/affordable-housing

Villa Caridad ubicado en Santa Barbara, una comunidad para personas mayores e independientes de 62 años o más, continúa aceptando solicitudes para una lista de espera para nuestras unidades de 1 recamara. Se aplican límites de ingreso.

Puede obtener una aplicación en: 4202 Calle Real Santa Barbara, CA 93110 805-683-4375

O en línea: https://www.stvincets-sb.org/programs/affordable-housing

ADMINISTER

OF ESTATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SALLY

LEWIS

Case No.: 23PR00356

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of SALLY LEWIS, SALLY MCINTYRE LEWIS

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: MAGGIE THOMAS in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION for probate requests that: MAGGIE THOMAS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

9/07/2023 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Anacapa Division.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Alexander Saunders:15

LEGALS (CONT.)

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS INVITING SEALED BIDS

FOR THE EKWILL STREET AND FOWLER ROAD EXTENSIONS PROJECT (INCLUDES THE HOLLISTER AVENUE/ROUTE 217 UNDERCROSSING PROJECT) AND HOLLISTER AVENUE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT

City Project Number: 9002 & 9033

Federal Project Number: BRLS-5481 (013)

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Goleta (“CITY”), invites sealed bids for the above stated project and will receive such bids via electronic transmission on the City of Goleta Planet Bids portal site until Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 3:00 P.M and will be publicly opened at City of Goleta, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117 and posted promptly thereafter. Copies of the Contract Documents may be obtained from the Planet Bids Website: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com

The work includes all labor, material, supervision, plant and equipment necessary to construct roadway modifications/extensions at three separate locations, including a bridge replacement project per the project plans and specifications on Hollister Avenue within the City of Goleta, CA.

This project combines two projects that have been developed and financed separately as 1) the Ekwill Street and Fowler Road Extensions project and 2) the Hollister Avenue Bridge Replacement project. Because the Hollister Avenue Bridge Replacement project is embedded entirely within the limits of the Ekwill-Fowler project, and must be constructed concurrently with the roadway project, the two projects are combined into one construction contract. The project will be awarded based on the total bid.

All communications relative to this project shall be conducted through PlanetBids. Questions about alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be asked before bid opening. After bid opening, the CITY does not consider these questions as bid protests.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at the following location: City of Goleta, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117. Interested bidders are required to attend and will be held responsible for all information presented. It is required that the Bidders have fully inspected the Project site in all particulars and become thoroughly familiar with the terms and conditions of the Bid Plans and Special Provisions and local conditions affecting the performance and costs of the Work prior to bidding and it is recommended that this be done prior to attending this meeting.

Bidders are advised that, as required by federal law, the City of Goleta is implementing Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements. Section 2, “Bidding,” under subsection title “Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE)” and Section 5, “General,” under subsection titled “Performance of Subcontractors” of the Special Provisions cover the DBE requirements.

The DBE contract goal for this project is: 21%.

THIS PROJECT IS SUBJECT TO THE “BUY AMERICA” PROVISIONS OF THE SURFACE TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1982 AS AMENDED BY THE INTERMODAL SURFACE TRANSPORTATION EFFICIENCY ACT OF 1991 AS AMENDED BY TITLE IX oF THE Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (“Build America, Buy America Act”).

Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1773, the City has ascertained the General Prevailing Rate of Wages in the County in which the work is to be done to be as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Contractor is hereby made aware that information regarding prevailing wage rates may be obtained from the State Department of Industrial Relations and/or the following website address: https://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/2022-2/PWD/Southern.html The Contractor is required to post a copy of the applicable wage rates at the job site. Attention is directed to Section 7 “Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public” of the Standard Construction Specifications.

The Federal minimum wage rates for this project as predetermined by the United States Secretary of Labor are set forth in the Contract Documents and in copies of this book that may be examined at the offices described above where project plans, special provisions, and bid forms may be seen. Addenda to modify the Federal minimum wage rates, if necessary, will be issued to holders of the Contract Documents. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations, are referenced by not printed in the general prevailing wage rates.

Attention is directed to the Federal minimum wage rate requirements in the Contract Documents. If there is a difference between the minimum wage rates predetermined by the Secretary of Labor and the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less that the higher wage rate. The City of Goleta will not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the Federal minimum wage determinations. This includes “helper” (or other classifications based on hours of experience) or any other classification not appearing in the Federal wage determinations. Where Federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination otherwise available for use by the Contractor and subcontractors, the Contractor and subcontractors shall pay not less than the Federal minimum wage rate, which most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question.

Bidders must be registered on the City of Goleta’s PlanetBids portal in order to receive addendum notifications and to submit a bid. Go to PlanetBids for bid results and awards. It is the responsibility of the bidder to submit the bid with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. Allow time for technical difficulties, uploading, and unexpected delays. Late or incomplete bids will not be accepted.

Bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a money order, a certified cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond executed by an admitted surety, made payable to CITY. The bid security shall be an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total annual bid amount included with their proposals as required by California law.

Note: All bids must be accompanied by a scanned copy of the bid security uploaded to PlanetBids. The original security of the three (3) lowest bidders must be mailed or submitted to the office of the City Clerk at 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, California 93117, in a sealed envelope and be received or postmarked within three (3) City business days after the bid due date and time for the bid to be considered. The sealed envelope should be plainly marked on the outside, “SEALED BID SECURITY FOR EKWILL STREET AND FOWLER ROAD EXTENSIONS

PROJECT (INCLUDES THE HOLLISTER AVENUE/ROUTE 217 UNDERCROSSING PROJECT) AND HOLLISTER AVENUE

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT.”

The Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) per California Labor Code Section 1771.4, including prevailing wage rates and apprenticeship employment standards. Affirmative action to ensure against discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion will also be required. The CITY hereby affirmatively ensures that all business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to the award of contract.

In accordance with the California Public Contract Code 20103.5 when federal funds are involved in local agency contracts, no bid shall be invalidated by the failure of the bidder to be licensed in California at the time of bid opening. However, at the time of award, the selected contractor shall be properly licensed in accordance with the laws of the State and the City of Goleta. Contractor shall possess a valid Class A - General Engineering Contractor license prior to award of Contract. Said license shall be maintained during the contract period. It is the Bidder’s and Contractor’s responsibility to obtain the correct Contractor’s licenses. Bidders shall be skilled and regularly engage in the general class or type of work called for under this contract.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Each bond shall be in the forms set forth herein, shall be secured from a surety company that meets all State of California bonding requirements, as defined in Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted surety insurer. Pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the DIR. No Bid will be accepted, nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current registration with the DIR to perform public work. If awarded a contract, the Bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the DIR for the duration of the Project. Failure to provide proof of the contractor’s current registration pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 may result in rejection of the bid as non-responsive.

The Contractor Company, including the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) for the Contractor Company, shall demonstrate a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience successfully performing projects of substantially similar type, magnitude, and character of the work bid. The CITY reserves the right to reject all bids, reject any bid that is not responsive to the invitation, or to waive any minor irregularity and to take all bids under advisement for a period of up to ninety (90) days. Failure to provide proof of the Contractor’s current registration pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code may result in rejection of the bid as non-responsive. Failure to comply with enforcement provisions pursuant to Section 1771.4 of the Labor Code may result in a determination that the Bidder is not responsible.

Bids shall remain open and valid for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by CITY to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the CITY to make payment of retention to an escrow agent.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) provides a toll-free “hotline” service to report bid rigging activities. Bid rigging activities can be reported Mondays through Fridays, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Eastern Time, Telephone No. 1-800-424-9071. Anyone with knowledge of possible bid rigging, bidder collusion, or other fraudulent activities should use the “hotline” to report these activities. The “hotline” is part of the DOT’s continuing effort to identify and investigate highway construction contract fraud and abuse and is operated under the direction of the DOT Inspector General. All information will be treated confidentially, and caller anonymity will be respected.

Any protest to an intended award of this contract shall be made in writing addressed to the City Clerk prior to the award. Any protest may be considered and acted on by the City Council at the time noticed for award of the contract. To request a copy of the notice of agenda for award, please contact the City Clerk cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org or register on the CITY’s website (www. cityofgoleta.org).

All questions about this project and bidding requirements must be submitted in writing through PlanetBids.

CITY OF GOLETA

Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk

Published: Santa Barbara Independent: August 17, 2023, and August 24, 2023

LEGALS (CONT.)

APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE

FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ALEC

CHARLES KATZMAN

CASE NUMBER: 23CV03117

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s)

FROM: ALEC CHARLES KATZMAN

TO: ALEXANDRE MILTON CHARLES, JR.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING SEPTEMBER 15, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT 4, SANTA

BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT

HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. DATED

AUGUST 01, 2023,DONNA D.

GECK, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published AuG 10, 17, 24, 31 2023.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE

FOR CHANGE OF NAME:

CHRISTOPHER BLAKE and SANDY DELBIANCO

CASE NUMBER: 23CV02838

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s)

FROM: AZIEL ASHER DELBIANCO

TO: AZIEL ASHER DELBIANCO

BLAKE

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING SEPTEMBER 1, 2023, 10:00 AM, DEPT 4, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. DATED JULY 13, 2023,DONNA D. GECK, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Aug 10, 17, 24, 31 2023.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: SARAH

MARIE LINDE‑GOODFELLOW

CASE NUMBER: 23CV03250

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court proposing a change of name(s)

FROM: SARAH MARIE

LINDE‑GOODFELLOW

TO: SUKARI MARIE

LINDE‑GOODFELLOW THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023, 10:00

AM, DEPT 5, SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. DATED AUGUST 2, 2023, COLLEEN K. STERNE, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT. Published Aug 17, 24, 31. Sep 7 2023.

PUBLIC NOTICES

EXTRA SPACE STORAGE will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 6640 Discovery Drive, Goleta, CA 93117. August 31st at 12:00 PM

Cynthia Bollinger furniture, art, piano, household goods, boxes

Blue Major 1bd apt , Personal Michael Geraghty Personal, Car Part Inventory

Roberto Catalan personal, houshold goods

Roody Jonka

Home items, clothes

Cristina gonzalez

Household goods

christine barrios bags, boxes, tv, couches melissa mastella Clothes, art supplies, shoes

The auction will be listed and advertised on www. storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

DISH WIRELESS proposes to collocate wireless communications antennas at top heights of 14 and 19 feet (centerline heights of 10 and 15 feet) on existing 15 and 18.8‑foot tall popsicle stick poles at the approx. vicinity of 4417 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, CA 93110 (Lat: 34‑26‑55.37 N, Long: 119‑46‑31.56 W). Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp, Grace Harwin, g.harwin@trileaf. com, 2121 W. Chandler Blvd, Suite 108, Chandler, AZ 85224, 480‑850‑0575.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES

(Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: ROGELLO

JULIAN, Case number: 22CV04181. DEFENDANT: JOHN

L. BUNCE, ELIZABETH N. BUNCE, ET AL.

To: Defendant: JOHN L. BUNCE Plaintiff: ROGELIO JULIAN, seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows:

1.General Damages a. Pain, suffering and inconvenience $1,000,000,00 b. Emotional distress $1,000,000.00 2. Special damages a. Medical expences $62,000.00 b. Future medical expenses (present value) $250,000.00 c. Loss of earnings (to date) $80,500.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $432,000.00 Date: July 25, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division.

Published Aug 10, 17, 24, 31 2023.

STATEMENT OF DAMAGES

(Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) PLAINTIFF: ROGELLO

JULIAN, Case number: 22CV04181. DEFENDANT: JOHN L. BUNCE, ELIZABETH N. BUNCE, ET AL.

To: Defendant: ELIZABETH N. BUNCE, Plaintiff: ROGELIO JULIAN, seeks damages in the above‑entitled action, as follows:

1.General Damages a. Pain, suffering and inconvenience $1,000,000.00 b. Emotional distress $1,000,000.00 2. Special damages a. Medical expences $62,000.00 b. Future medical expenses (present value) $250,000.00 c. Loss of earnings (to date) $80,500.00 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value) $432,000.00 Date: July 25, 2021.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 9321‑1107 Anacapa Division. Published Aug 10, 17, 24, 31 2023.

SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACIÓN JUDICIAL) Case Number (Numero del Caso): 22CV04486

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): STUART RUBIN, an individual; ANNETTE RUBIN, an individual; STUART AND ANNETTE RUBIN, as Trustees of the Stuart and Annette Rubin Family Trust Dated November 4, 2003 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CAPPELLO & NOEL LLP NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal group. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. iAVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre

y dirección de la corte es):

SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT 1100 ANACAPA STREET SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

CAPPELLO & NOEL LLP 831 State Street SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 (805)564‑2444

Date: (Fecha) December 9, 2022

Darrel E. Parker Clerk (Secretario) Narzalli Baksh Deputy (Adjunto)

Published July 27. Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 2023.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): WENDELL WARREN BECK; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF WENDELL WARREN BECK; and All Other Persons

Unknown Claiming Any Right,

Title, Estate, Lien or Interest in the Real Property Described in the Complaint, Adverse to Plaintiff’s Claim of Ownership or Any Cloud upon Plaintiff’s Title Thereto and DOES 1 to 50, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CHARRON O’NEILL and MARK WOOLPERT, Trustees, CHARRON O’NEILL AND MARK WOOLPERT, TRUSTEES OF THE WOOLPERT TRUST FBO CHARRON O’NEILL DATED OCTOBER 5, 1989; CHARRON O’NEILL AND MARK WOOLPERT, TRUSTEES OF THE WOOLPERT TRUST FBO REEVE WOOLPERT DATED OCTOBER 5, 1989; CHARRON O’NEILL AND MARK WOOLPERT, TRUSTEES OF THE WOOLPERT TRUST FBO MARK WOOLPERT DATED OCTOBER 5, 1989; and GEORGE B. O’NEILL and CHARRON O’NEILL, Trustees OF THE GEORGE B. O’NEILL FAMILY TRUST DATED MAY 10, 1995, NOTICE!

You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (wwwlawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NO: (Número del Caso 23CV02642

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA (ANACAPA DIVISION), 1100 Anacapa Street St Santa Barbara, CA 93101 The name, address, and telephone number of the plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Ann Bell Wilson (Bar# 107424) Carmel & Naccasha, LLP, 694 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 546‑8785 DATE 06/20/2023 Deputy Clerk; Preston Frye (El nombre, la dirección y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Published. Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 2023.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE

TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): All persons Unknown claiming legal or equitable right, title estate, lien, or interest in the real property described in the Complaint adverse to Plaintiff’s title or interest; and DOES 1‑50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SANTA BARBARA (AKA THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SANTA BARBARA), a California non‑profit religious corporation NOTICE!

You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a

LEGALS (CONT.)

written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff.

A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form.

If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements.

You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO

después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales papa presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca.

Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (wwwlawhelpcalifornia. org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotasy los costos esentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el graveman de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NO: (Numero del Caso

23CV02885

The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SANTA BARBARA

SUPERIOR COURT (ANACAPA

DIVISION), 1100 Anacapa Street

St Santa Barbara, CA 93101 The name, address, and telephone number of the plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Wiley G. Uretz, Reetz, Fox & Bartlett LLP, 116 East Sola Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805)

965‑0523 DATE 07/06/2023

Deputy Clerk; Sarah Sisto (El nombre, la dirección y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es):

Published. Aug 3, 10, 17, 24 2023.

TRUSTEE NOTICE

A.P.N.: 041‑411‑013 Trustee

Sale No.: 2023‑1288 Order

No:2281754CAD NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/1/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Will sell at a public auction sale to the highest bidder, payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: MICHAEL SILVA, TRUSTEE OF THE MICHAEL SILVA REVOCABLE TRUST DATED NOVEMBER 27, 2012 Duly

Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 9/16/2021 as Instrument No. 2021‑0065845 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, Date of Sale: 8/30/2023 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH DOOR OF THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1100 ANACAPA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA 93101 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges:

$916,719.15 Street Address or other common designation of purported real property: 2447 CALLE LINARES SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 A.P.N.: 041‑411‑013

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the trustee within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are

the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY

OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgage, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986‑9342 or visit this internet website www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2023‑1288. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not. immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE

TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855) 986‑9342, or visit this internet website www.superiordefault.com, using the file number assigned to this case2023‑1288 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: 7/27/2023

WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. S.B.S TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106, Westlake Village, California, 91362. By: Colleen Irby, Trustee Sale Officer 818‑991‑4600

(TS# 2023‑1288 SDI‑27404)

Published Aug 3,10,17 2023.

APN: 053‑193‑016 TS No.: 22‑

NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded July 29, 2008 as Document No.: 2008‑0044727 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, executed by: JANIS MCCUNE: MERLIN L MCCUNE, TRUSTEE OF THE MERLIN LEWIS MCCUNE, JANIS MCCUNE LIVING TRUST DATED LOUIS 05/30/07, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier's check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: August 23, 2023 Sale Time: 1:00 PM Sale Location: At the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 File No:22‑ 02750CA;9508‑1994 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3038 CALLE ROSALES, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to‑wit: $205,750.72 (Estimated) as of . Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO

OWNER: The sale

date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (916) 939‑0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 22‑02750CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916) 939‑0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22‑02750CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. File No:22‑ 02750CA;9508‑1994 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: (916) 939‑0772.

Dated: July 20, 2023 By: Kellee Vollendorff Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290‑7452 NPP0438189 To: SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT 08/03/2023, 08/10/2023, 08/17/2023

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 20‑20162‑SP‑ CA Title No. 200063140‑CA‑ VOI A.P.N. 069‑760‑041 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/24/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be

made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Pierce

O’Donnell and Dawn O’Donnell, husband and wife as community property with right of survivorship Duly

Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation

Recorded 05/03/2007 as

Instrument No. 2007‑0032934

(or Book, Page) of the Official

Records of Santa Barbara County, California. Date of

Sale: 09/13/2023 at 10:00 AM

Place of Sale: At the Main Entrance to the County Courthouse of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $408,837.72

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 231 Moreton Bay Lane #2, Goleta, CA 93117

A.P.N.: 069‑760‑041 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE

TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county

recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO

PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800‑ 280‑2832 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 20‑20162‑SP‑CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888‑264‑4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 20‑20162‑SP‑CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee.

Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale.

Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidders” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended.

Date:

08/01/2023 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888‑ 264‑4010 Sales Line 800‑280‑ 2832; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Connie Hernandez, Trustee Sales Representative A‑4792427 08/17/2023, 08/24/2023, 08/31/2023