Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 5/2/24

3BD/3BA • $3,250,000

Patrice Serrani, 805.637.5112 LIC# 01764713

WELCOMES

“Kristin and Amy are a fantastic team, not to mention both professional, warm, and knowledgeable. They were attentive, communicative, and able to redirect with ease as our search and the market conditions evolved. We appreciated their cando attitude and creativity in helping us view homes (even remotely!) and on many, many occasions we felt they went well above and beyond the call of duty for us.”

“My family has just completed our seventh real estate transaction with Amy and Kristin and cannot say enough about the service that they provide. They are organized, knowledgeable, caring and thorough. They operate with integrity and are focused on a positive outcome for their clients. I would never enter into another transaction without Amy and Kristin by my side.”

Over the years, Amy and Kristin have donated thousands of dollars to local teachers, and contribute to clients’ chosen animal shelter or other nonprofit with every closing, reflecting their commitment to making a positive impact beyond real estate transactions.

on the successful representation of the buyer of 4641 Via Clarice, Sold for $4,000,000.

KARINA MATIC

805.680.7701

KarinaMatic@bhhscal.com

www.KarinaMatic.com LIC# 01726170

on the successful representation of the buyer of 1428 Manitou Rd, Sold for $2,881,500.

AMY ABBOTT & KRISTIN HALL

805.708.3221 | 805.345.8279

AmyAbbott@bhhscal.com

KristinHall@bhhscal.com LIC# 01735358 | 02020854

THE EASTER TEAM

on the successful representation of the buyer of 1116 Plaza Del Monte, Sold for $2,375,000.

THE EASTER TEAM

805.453.7071

Associates@EasterTeamRealtors.com www.EasterTeamRealtors.com LIC# 00917775

on the successful representation of the seller of 991 Via Bolzano, Sold for $2,250,000.

PARSONS & YOUNG

805.895.4866 | 805.453.8528

SBRealEstateGuide@gmail.com www.SBRealEstateGuide.com LIC# 00629053 | 01712844

on the successful representation of the seller of 1428 Manitou Rd, Sold for $2,881,500.

RACHEL BROWN

805.570.7160

Rachel.Brown@bhhscal.com LIC# 01950975

on the successful representation of the seller of 3006 Roblar, Sold for $2,400,000.

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SuzyEaland@bhhscal.com

kensideris@bhhscal.com LIC# 01766178 | 00603730

on the successful representation of the buyer of 1024 E Canon Perdido, Sold for $2,350,000.

LAURA DRAMMER

805.448.7500

Laura@LauraDrammer.com

www.LauraDrammer.com LIC# 01209580

on the successful representation of the buyer of 991 Via Bolzano, Sold for $2,250,000.

YANN BEISE

949.296.5222

YannBeise@bhhscal.com LIC# 02201281

AMY ABBOTT & KRISTIN HALL

LAURA DRAMMER

YANN BEISE

PARSONS & YOUNG

What Does ‘Good Bones’ Actually Mean?

by Laura Gransberry

We hear this term quite a bit these days: “That house has good bones.” “We loved it because it has excellent bones.” Your friend sends you a Zillow listing captioned: “Look at this home it has such great bones!” But what does that actually mean? It typically implies a house that is in need of work, a fixer, where the surfaces and finishes are less than desirable. The kitchen and bathrooms may need to be gutted, or the style of the finishes screams “built in the 1980s.” But the bones? Most often, this means the walls themselves, and how they create a specific kind of flow within the home. Are the bedrooms in the right places? Are there stairs to a second level? Does the back of the home have the potential to open onto a patio or terrace?

Whenever I’m looking at a new property, or at the start of a project for a client, I immediately flip to the floor plan. I want to see where the main components are located, and how the residents get from one place to the next in the space. It’s no secret that older homes are often choppy and awkward. I’m consistently left wondering what they were thinking when they originally drafted the plans. But it’s important to remember that we live very differently today than we did in the past.

The modern family has different needs and desires than families of the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s, so these homes need extra thought and care when being renovated and reimagined. Previously, kitchens were hidden in the back of the home, or tucked into an awkward corner without much thought or consideration. This is because the thought of your guests seeing the dishes from dinner piled up in the sink was unsightly. Today, dishes dropped off in the kitchen are welcome evidence that good food was consumed over sparkling conversation and cultivated community.

Ultimately, “good bones” means different things to different people. No two homeowners are going to use the space in exactly the same way, so the beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder here. What matters to one person is

an afterthought to the next. So how do you know what to look for? When searching for a home in need of renovation, there are a few key points to keep in mind: A home with good bones is one that needs minimal structural modification to meet your specific needs for layout and flow. The main rooms are generally in the right place, and you can see yourself and your routine fitting in with the flow of the floor plan. Homes without good bones will require you to move big-ticket rooms, such as kitchens and bathrooms, to different locations in the house to achieve your desired layout. You may want to widen passages or knock down the wall between the kitchen and the

family room, but ultimately, in a house with good bones, the walls of the home are where you want them to be. This allows you to focus on the things with big aesthetic impact: millwork, hard finishes, and decor.

There are a few questions you can ask yourself to help identify exactly what your version of good bones looks like: “What part of my day in my home is most important?” “When I think about being relaxed in my space, where am I and what am I doing?” “What are the top three must-have priorities for my home?” When you’re clear on those answers, you’ll know what good bones means for you.

THE DESIGN DOCTOR

Laura Gransberry is an interior designer specializing in home renovations and restoration in the Santa Barbara area. She can

805.331.7402

Sharon Wilson

Lovingly maintained and tastefully remodeled, this gorgeous two-bedroom, two full bath Forte Ranch condo leaves nothing to be desired. The gracious and versatile floor plan features high ceilings throughout most of the unit, along with an office/den that can be converted to a 3rd bedroom. Warm wood flooring and quality carpet and tile adorn the floors, while a quaint gas fireplace with custom surround anchors the spacious living room. The beautifully remodeled kitchen features granite counters, newer appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining area and living room. Accessed through double doors, the generous primary suite consists of a large bedroom, bathroom complete with a separate tub and shower, and two closets, including a large walk-in closet. The large, private patio features a retractable sunshade that opens and closes with the touch of a button. Additionally, the home boasts a full laundry room and tons of storage, including multiple large closets and built-in cabinetry in the private two car garage.

OPEN HOUSES

Goleta

5062 Calle Real B, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $899,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Easter Team Realtors 805-453-7071, DRE#01923719

363 Cannon Green Drive H, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4, $1,100,000, Village Properties, David M. Kim / Devin Wong 805-296-0662 / 805-4516157, DRE#01813897 / #01976444 263 Big Sur Drive, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,395,000, Village Properties, Bob Curtis / Cimme Eordanidis 805-895-1951 / 805-7228480, DRE#00938841 / #01745878 6274 Marlborough Dr., 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 2-5, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Garrett McCaw / Stefan Stojanovski 805-252-2335 / 805-570-0640, DRE#01457796 / #02112629

San Roque

215 E Alamar Ave, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $2,025,000, Big Block Realty, Inc., Ursula Santana 805-455-9025, DRE#01965452

The Mesa

2090 Cliff Dr, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat 11-4 & Sun 10-12 & 1-4, $1,150,000, Village Properties, Stephanie Ornani - Ani Estate Group / Pat Saraca / Pam Shalhoob / David Marchetti 805-755-8283 / 805-886-7426 / 805-895-9190 / 805-637-4160, DRE#02180493 / #01080801 / #02053975 / #02007487 101 Oceano Avenue Unit 12, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jazmin Pizzarelli 805980-8648, DRE#02200005 1710 Cliff Drive, 3BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,699,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones / Kit Peterson 805-680-2856 / 805-6895535, DRE#02125898 / #02008932 714 Surf View Dr, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 1-4, $1,849,000, Village Properties, Simone Eurich / Spencer Cole 805-455-7992 / 805-689-6673, DRE#02105209 / #02115510 922 Fellowship Road, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $2,595,000, Village Properties, Julie Barnes / Scott Tisdale 805-895-9498 / 805-7228582, DRE#01107109 / #01729503 1804 Lighthouse Way, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,950,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Melissa Birch 805-6892674, DRE#01312318 Mission Canyon

987 Cheltenham Road, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 11-4, $2,500,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Luis Martinez 805-689-5656, DRE#02090082

917 Cheltenham, 4BD, 4BA, Sat 11-2, $2,695,00, Village Properties, Jill Agonias 805-895-9902, DRE#02150975

The Riviera

821 & 823 E Pedregosa St, 7BD, 6BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $3,995,000, Village Properties, Scott Tisdale / Julie Barnes 805-722-8582 / 805-895-9498, DRE#01729503 / #01107109

900 Moreno Rd, 4BD, 5BA, Sun 1-4, $4,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacob Delson, Bartron Real Estate G 805-558-7251, DRE#02041682

1568 Franceschi Road, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $5,995,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Nicole Dever 805-570-5226, DRE#02110739

Santa Barbara

3566 Modoc Rd Unit 33, 1BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $785,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carmen Galzerano 805705-3080, DRE#01953155

380 San Ricardo Dr, 2BD, 1BA, Sat 12-4 & Sun 1-4, $969,000, Village Properties, Pam Shalhoob / Nicole Powers / Carly Gribble 805-8959190 / 925-548-1305 / 805-9517255, DRE#02053975 / #02185632 / #02233358

4126 Foothill Road, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,029,000, Village Properties, Jena Harris / Bill Reed 805-331-3683 / 805-896-3002, DRE#01930435 / #01155355

4639 Gerona Way, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,235,000, Village Properties, James Krautmann 805451-4527, DRE#01468842

428 Via Rosa Unit A, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,245,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Katya Sheets 805-7082323, DRE#02061444

4400 Shadow Hills Circle Unit L, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jason Anderson / Katinka Goertz 805-284-5234 / 805-708-9616, DRE#02181545 / #01871645

5206 University Drive, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,499,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michelle Damiani / Jeanne Palumbo 805-729-1364 / 805-698-1968, DRE#01890600 / #00620622

105 W De La Guerra Street Unit R, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jacopo Giacopuzzi 805-335-3519, DRE#02062900

427 E Sola Street, 3BD, 3BA, Thur 10-2 & Sat & Sun 11-4, $1,895,000, Village Properties, Mario Contreras 626-616-0060, DRE#02221433

1761 Calle Poniente, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $2,149,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ali Evans 805-980-8007, DRE#01846603

5460 Palace Court, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $2,150,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kristi Curtis 805886-6135, DRE#02012866

2827-2829 Serena, 4BD, 2BA, Sat 12-2, $2,399,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Allie Baxter 925-2004359, DRE#02072389

1483 Camino Rio Verde, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $2,750,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Michelle Madril 805-4530927, DRE#01961707

936 Camino de Retiro, 6BD, 4BA, Sat 1-4, $3,795,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karina Matic 805-6807701, DRE#01726170

Upper East

532 East Arrellaga Unit A, 1BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1:30-4, $849,000, Village Properties, Marilyn Moore 805-689-0507, DRE#01255085

1310 Olive Street, 4BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $2,300,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Leanna Georges 805-746-9006, DRE#02174031

Montecito

920 Chelham Way, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $2,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Easter Team Realtors 805-455-6294, DRE#00917775

1321-A Danielson Road, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 1-3, $2,995,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Joe Stubbins 805-7290778, DRE#01002182

1122 Camino Viejo, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-4, $5,200,000, Village Properties, Tiffany Doré / Cathy O’Neill and Mike Dickman 805-689-1052 / 805-886-7760, DRE#01806890 / #01788156

975 Mariposa Lane, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $6,595,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, JJ Gobbell 805-403-5785, DRE#02063124

1545 Ramona Lane, 5BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $7,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Patrice Serrani 805-6375112, DRE#01764713

Carpinteria

3375 Foothill Road #634, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 12-2, $1,149,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Sharon Jordano 805280-2055, DRE#02195847

1127 Vallecito Road, 2BD, 1.5BA, Sat 10-2 & Sun 12-2, $1,695,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lindsey Densmore / Yolanda Van Wingerden 310-991-6439 / 805-570-4965, DRE#02001468 / #01308141

5157 Ogan Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 11-2, $2,395,000, Village Properties, Emily Durtche 805-895-9503, DRE#02207531

345 Canon Drive, 4BD, 3.5BA, Sat 3-5 & Sun 1-4, $3,095,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Robert Heckes 805-637-0047, DRE#01723319

Santa Ynez Valley

330 W Hwy 246 Unit 103, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $332,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Karin Aitken 805-2521205, DRE#00882496

330 W Highway 246 Spc 60, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 10-12, $385,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chandler Bilodeau 689-238-9097, DRE#02237593

185 Main Street, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sun 12-2, $979,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Vivien Alexander 805-689-6683, DRE#01421934

428 Arden Way, 4BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,100,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa 805-6807300, DRE#01226917

1570 Mountain View Drive, 3BD, 1.5BA, Sat 12-2, $1,139,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer 805-4487500, DRE#01209580

531 Thumbelina Dr, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 11-2, $1,200,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Deanna Harwood 805325-1452, DRE#00999839

2455 Grand Avenue, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $2,125,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Georgette Owens 805-570-6138, DRE#02172408

2620 Janin Way, 5BD, 3BA, Sun 12-2, $2,175,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer / Tyler Henry 805-448-7500 / 805-7056243, DRE#01209580 / #01892636

300 Freya Dr, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 11-1, $2,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammy Pinoli 805-452-9725, DRE#02074002

846 Sienna Way, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $2,350,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Carole Colone 805-7082580, DRE#01223216

990 Fredensborg Canyon Rd, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 10-12, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Laura Drammer 805-448-7500, DRE#01209580

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HOW TO SELL YOUR HOME IN TODAY’S MARKET

TUESDAY MAY 7 - 4:00 PM

Join us for a valuable Real Estate Question & Answer Forum designed especially for potential Sellers. This is your opportunity to gain insights, expert advice, and answers to your real estate-related questions in a comfortable setting. Whether you’re curious about current market trends, pricing your property, staging tips, or navigating the selling process, Dan Encell is here to provide clarity and guidance.

DAN ENCELL

• Wall Street Journal “Top 100” Agents Nationwide

• Graduate of UCLA School of Law and former attorney (with training in Real Estate law, contracts, estate planning, and tax law)

• Over $2 Billion in local sales.

209 La Jolla

Your Mesa Realtors

1427 Kenwood Road

SOLD FOR $3,501,000

2bed/2bath (easy modification to a 3 bedroom) single-level home with mountain and city views. Enjoy the with vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen, living room fireplace, and dual-pane windows/sliders. The features a stainless steel Viking stove and dishwasher. The second bedroom is over-sized, as it was previously The spacious backyard features a large deck and natural landscaping. This backyard is ready to be transparadise. There is plenty of room for lawn, fruit trees, jungle-gym, trampoline, and more. Towering over a gorgeous oak tree providing wonderful shade over the deck. This home is located on a very quiet, tucked away cul-de-sac at the end of Kenwood Road. Attached 2-car garage with interior access.

8 offers! Represented the Seller

OFFERED AT $998,500 329

privacy on this fabulous Montecito estate. Resting at the property is a charming Craftsman style home circa 1912. Today, it modern amenities, and still charm. Located in MUS.

at $3,495,000

Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

From the Seller of this home: “Kyle & Mike handled the sale of my house on the Mesa fabulously. They had great suggestions that made the real estate transaction go smoothly, and I always felt they were on my side, looking out to get the best outcome for their client. If you like working with good communicators that are honest, respectful, organised, and smart, Kyle & Mike are your realtors.” -Pepa R.

Mike and Kyle Richardson

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com

805.963.1704

805.963.1704

www.mrrealtors.com

www.sbrealtor.com

DRE Lic. #00635254 + #01902531

BRE Lic. #00635254 + #01902531

Open House: May 5th, 1pm–4pm

920 Chelham Way | Montecito

at $2,695,000

Nestled in the coveted Cold Spring District, this single level charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home boasts vaulted ceilings, a modern kitchen, spacious dining room, office, and air-conditioning. This tranquil home promises the epitome of comfort and privacy.

Set upon a serene private lot adorned with verdant gardens, this residence is a haven for nature lovers. The property provides mature oaks and majestic redwood trees, with the soothing melody of a seasonal creek flowing gently through the backyard, offering a picturesque backdrop to your everyday life.

Conveniently located near neighborhood access to Westmont and beloved hiking trails, this home seamlessly blends the tranquility of suburban living with easy access to outdoor adventures. Whether you’re unwinding in the comfort of your own sanctuary or exploring the scenic wonders of the surrounding area, 920 Chelham Way offers the perfect balance of relaxation and recreation.

M ARSHA KOTLYA R

ESTATE GROUP

Introducing Casa Napoli, a meticulously cared for and recently updated 5-unit apartment building nestled in the vibrant heart of Downtown Santa Barbara. Owned by the same family for nearly 50 years, this property exudes pride of ownership. Offering a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit as well as four 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom units totaling 3,360sq.ft., Casa Napoli offers versatile living spaces to suit a variety of lifestyles. Tenant amenities include both covered and uncovered parking for residents, as well as a convenient coinoperated community laundry room. A low maintenance asset with recent upgrades to the property including a brand-new roof over both the building and carport, ABS plastic sewer line, modernized plumbing and electrical systems, and extensive interior renovation across all units. A rare opportunity to own one of Santa Barbara’s admired apartment buildings! Current rents total $147,000 annually. Total market rents are projected to be $183,000 annually. Showing by appointment only on 5/3 and 5/8. OFFERED AT $2,895,000

8352 VEREDA DEL PADRE

OPEN SATURDAY 2-5PM

1.2 ACRE FLAT LOT - IDEAL FOR DUAL LIVING CREATE YOUR OWN COMPOUND MOMENTS FROM TOWN OFFERED AT $2,850,000

Just minutes to the Santa Barbara Coast and its desirable amenities, including the Ritz Carlton Bacara Resort and Spa, where many residents have a membership, and the gorgeous Sandpiper Golf Course overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This two-story home with a 3 car garage is positioned on a gorgeous 1.2-acre lot near the canyon entrance. The layout of the home is ideal for a dual living, featuring a downstairs one bedroom apartment with a separate entrance. The property boasts sought-after amenities such as fireplaces in both the living room and upstairs bedroom, walk-in closet in one of the upstairs bedrooms, a wet bar in the family room, and a formal dining room adjacent to the kitchen and living room. The three oversized upstairs bedrooms offer access to a balcony with a stairway leading down to the picturesque and private backyard, bordered by Tecolote Creek. The flat, usable lot currently accommodates a horse corral but offers a blank canvas for the new owner to add their own pool or create their dream family compound.

259 VEREDA LEYENDA

OPEN SUNDAY 2-5PM

Escape to the country lifestyle awaiting you at 259 Vereda Leyenda in Rancho Embarcadero! This home has been impeccably upgraded and maintained, offering a host of amenities. Inside, you will find tile flooring in the entryway, kitchen, and laundry area, while the oversized dining area opens onto a large deck overlooking Tecolote Creek. The kitchen, centrally located, boasts cherry cabinetry, stone countertops, a work station, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, a built-in oven and microwave. Outside, a majestic Sycamore tree provides shade in the summer, complete with a swing for children of all ages to enjoy. This single-level home features three bedrooms and two baths in the north wing, with a separate fourth bedroom in the south wing offering a private entry. The primary bedroom’s private bathroom includes stone countertops, double sinks, and a mirrored makeup station. The primary bedroom also offers two wardrobe closets, one of which is cedar-lined. a paver stone driveway leads to a two car garage and the front entry, completing this charming retreat..

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ocean and city vistas. Featuring a flexible floor plan, including 2 luxurious primary suites, media room, and Chef’s kitchen, this home promises an unmatched living experience. Abundant storage, fitness area, and sprawling patios cater to diverse lifestyle needs. Meticulously preserved and carefully curated, every facet of this unique property radiates sophistication.

CAUSE Action Fund Raises Funds for Electoral Work

On April 21 at the Cabrillo Pavillon, CAUSE Action Fund (CAF) held its annual Leadership Awards Reception, a fundraiser for its work aimed at electing candidates who will best represent workingclass families, immigrants, and young people. Councilmember Oscar Gutierrez and CAF’s Grassroots Leaders Juanita Colmenares and Litzy Moreno were honored.

Operating in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, this nonprofit helps recruit, train, elect, and hold accountable candidates. It is affiliated with the nonprofit CAUSE (Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy). CAF’s priorities are rent stabilization and eviction protections, clean air and water protections, and living wages for farmworkers.

After a reception hour, where 130 guests mingled and enjoyed live music and Mexican food from El Zarape, guests were seated for the program. Co-Executive Director Hazel Davalos thanked guests who contributed to County Supervisor Joan Hartmann’s victory, keeping the progressive majority on the council. In that election, CAF did its first-ever voter engagement in Lompoc, the county’s “new political center of gravity,” where CAF plans to continue building relationships.

Turning to this November’s election, Davalos spoke with her typical warmth and conviction, emphasizing the importance of combatting voter fatigue and disillusionment at the national level because of the implications on voter turnout for local elections.

In Santa Barbara, Davalos noted that “we are just one vote away from passing rent stabilization,” which she termed “the most transformative tenants’ rights policy in the city’s history.” For District 1, she announced CAF’s endorsement of Wendy Santamaria, who has worked tirelessly to organize tenants in support of rent stabilization. Davalos noted the devastating effects of gentrification on the Eastside, an historic Latino community.

She shared some of CAF’s recent work, including its Run for Justice training, which develops the skills of candidates running for office in the two counties.

At the local and state level, CAF takes positions on ballot measures and mobilizes voter support. According to Davalos, “this year’s ballot is filled with the good, the bad, and the ugly.” The so-called Taxpayer Deception Act, funded by the CA Business Roundtable, would require a two-thirds vote for many taxes, “making it all but impossible” to raise the funds needed for housing, health care, and education. “And, most sinister of all, it would retroactively overturn existing local measures, threatening over $50 million in current funding for cities and school districts here in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties.”

Another initiative CAF is opposing would overturn a law, authored by Senator Monique Limón, that bans oil drilling next to homes and schools. Noting how wellfinanced the big oil interests behind this effort are, she stressed the need to fight back.

CAF supports a proposition to lower the voter threshold for affordable housing bonds from two-thirds to 55 percent, making it significantly easier to get voter approval. CAF is working on putting an affordable housing bond measure on the ballot in Ventura in November, which could raise hundreds of millions of dollars and may serve as a model for Santa Barbara in a future election.

Davalos also referenced CAF’s plans for upcoming elections in Santa Maria and Santa Paula, both of which offer opportunities to flip seats, and its plans for other parts of Ventura County.

CAF Boardmember Dick Flacks presented the award to Councilmember Oscar Gutierrez, whom he lauded for reaching out to people, making them feel recognized and represented, and welcoming grassroots leaders.

CAF Grassroots Leader Juanita Colmenares was honored for her work in Santa Barbara, holding candidates and elected officials accountable as well as canvassing and phone banking. Grassroots Leader Litzy Moreno, a high school senior in Santa Maria, was honored for her organizing work, including for the Toxic Tour, which educated elected officials and others about toxic sites.

Geoff Green led a paddle raise, seeking especially to enlist more Movement Builders, who donate to CAF each month, as he himself has done for the past 14 years. In closing, Davalos proclaimed that “CAUSE Action will do what we do best we ’ll knock on thousands of doors throughout our region this fall to talk about what’ s at stake on this ballot. … We’ll mobilize working-class immigrant neighborhoods to vote and build the next generation of leaders in our communities.”

SOCIETY MATTERS Text and photos by Gail Arnold

Boardmember Dick Flacks, Co-Executive Director Hazel Davalos, and Boardmember James Kyriaco Honorees Litzy Moreno, Oscar Gutierrez, and Juanita Colmenares

Donor Relations Manager Stanley Tzankov, Boardmember and Emcee Wendy Sims-Moten, and Policy Advocate Frank Rodriguez

Assemblymember Gregg Hart, Supervisor Laura Capps, and Paddle Raise Host Geoff Green

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4 BATH

1,888 SQ. FT.

This home has been loved for decades. A rare opportunity to make a move to this highly coveted neighborhood is yours. Single level with great mid-century features. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath. Three additional bedrooms are perfect for family, guests, or office space. A spacious living room with a cool mid-century fireplace opens to the back patio and yard. Flexible floorplan offers space for a den, dining room or even a tiki bar. Enjoy the morning sun as you sip your coffee at the breakfast bar in the kitchen. The backyard offers a tranquil space to recharge after a busy day. An oversized two-car garage with laundry opens to the kitchen for easy access. The possibilities are endless. Conveniently located in the highly sought after neighborhood that is close to Foothill School, UCSB, bike/ walking paths, parks, shopping and more. A perfect place to create a full life.

Offered at $1,499,000

805.729.1364

DRE# 01890600

michelle.damiani@bhhscal.com Michelle Damiani

805.455.4300

DRE# 01241456 jennifer@livingmontecito.com Jennifer Johnson

Your Forever Home features mesmerizing Mountains Views that welcome you to peace, quiet, nature and complete privacy. Almost 1 acre parcel is located conveniently in the Hidden Valley neighborhood but feels like it is a rural location. The property consists of a classic traditional tri-level home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and an attached 2 car garage. Beautifully landscaped lot is part of the Los Positas Mutual Water Co. providing water at a very affordable rate. A separate @ 660 sq.ft. workshop/studio with utilities makes a great artist retreat or ex. storage. Many fruit trees, rock garden and a variety of trees lovingly cared for many years. Gleaming hardwood floors t/o the residence, paned windows, custom cabinetry, brick fireplace- exterior entertaining decks and more.

805.689.1968

DRE# 00620622

jeanne@palumborealtors.com Jeanne Palumbo

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES

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Reversing Biodiversity Loss

In international conferences, addressing climate change and protecting biodiversity are increasingly being treated as two sides of the same coin. Climate change negatively impacts biodiversity, while biodiversity and healthy ecosystems draw down carbon emissions and lessen the impact of climate extremes.

A little more than a year ago, delegates representing 185 countries reached a

historic agreement to protect 30 percent of terrestrial lands and 30 percent of marine areas, the ones most critical to biodiversity. After decades of ecosystem destruction and plummeting biodiversity, the goal of the agreement is to reverse biodiversity loss by the year 2030 and set nature on a path to recovery by 2050. Currently, only 17 percent of critical lands and 10 percent of such waters are protected. The

framework commits to raising $200 billion for restorative initiatives, which could increase to $700 billion as extractive subsidies are phased out. By 2025, $20 billion will be dedicated annually to indigenous communities for biodiversity conservation, acknowledging their historic role as land guardians. By 2030, this figure would increase to $30 billion per year.

Innovative projects across the planet are taking steps to halt and reverse deforestation, big ag monoculture practices, and the widespread use of toxic chemicals. In many Indian cities, dense afforestation projects using native species are creating mini, selfsustaining forest ecosystems. Most are on less than half an acre of urban land, demonstrate vibrant biodiversity, and counter the heat island effect by lowering temperatures 9-14 degrees Fahrenheit.

Air-conditioning condensate water is usually sent down the drain or just dumped outside. In arid or semi-arid regions where water is scarce, it is starting to be used for irrigating trees and gardens. The amount of condensate water is great enough that Phoenix, Arizona, is starting to use it for watering city parks and other green spaces.

The Land Institute is successfully growing a perennial grain (native to Europe) in Canada and many American states, called Kernza. It requires less tillage, fewer pesticides, and less irrigation while reducing soil erosion and carbon emissions. It provides habitat for pollinators and other wildlife, which helps support biodiversity. Its deep roots sequester carbon. Because of its decreased inputs and costs, it increases farm income. Kernza is relatively new in North America, so its reception as a food crop is still being evaluated. It is being used in bread and beer and as a cereal.

Bringing these ideas closer to home, the reenvisioning process for our downtown core is exploring adding more trees and native vegetation, maybe as small, dense, diverse mini-forests to clean and cool our air. Collecting AC condensate water from many downtown buildings to irrigate this added nature is also being considered. Using any resource multiple times is quintessential sustainability.

Dennis Allen is chair of Allen Construction, an employeeowned company committed to building and operating sustainably. He also serves as chair of the Dean’s Council at the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management at UCSB and as a boardmember of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

The ''Upper Ranch'' consists of over 2,800 acres with 11 legal lots. Stretching clear back as far as the eye can see, Rancho Monte Alegre is bordered by Los Padres National Forest and has private access to the Franklin Trail—the gateway to experiencing Los Padres National Forest.

by Dennis Allen

GOING GREEN

1820 SANTA MONICA ROAD | CARPINTERIA, CA