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Gas prices are shown Thursday at the Arco gas station on Casitas Pass Road in Carpinteria. The average price in Santa Barbara County Thursday was $5.94 a gallon, according to the American Automobile Association.

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Northbound US-101 traffic is at a standstill as seen from the Casitas Pass Road overpass in Carpinteria in the aftermath of a truck fire.

Traffic halted on 101 Part of freeway closes after big rig carrying green beans catches fire

By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

A semi-trailer truck carrying green beans caught fire on Highway 101 early Thursday morning, shutting down parts of the highway as well as an alternative route for hours.

Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection Department units responded at 5 a.m. to the fire, which was just north of the Padaro Lane on-ramp.

The fire shut down the entire northbound lane of the highway and an alternative northbound route on Via Real due to a supply line providing water from a hydrant to extinguish the blaze, Chief Michael Gallagher of the California-Summerland FPD told the News-Press. The shutdown lasted for several hours, causing traffic to back up in the area.

Montecito Fire Department and Santa Barbara City Fire Department responded to the fire. A Caltrans front loader also assisted by removing the siding off the semi-truck to assist fire personnel, Chief Gallagher said.

No injuries were reported, and no other vehicles were involved in the incident which is still under investigation, officials said.

Compressed air foam was used to put out the fire, and the big rick was eventually moved onto the shoulder.

As of 11 a.m. Thursday, only one northbound lane of Highway 101 was opened.

The truck carrying the nowcharred green beans was traveling from Florida to Guadalupe in northern Santa Barbara County, an official said.

Carpinteria to consider maps for council districts

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Yardi gives $100,000 to ShelterBox USA for aid to Ukraine

By MARILYN MCMAHON NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

ShelterBox USA, a Santa Barbara-based global disaster relief organization, has received a $100,000 contribution from Yardi to support ShelterBox’s response to the crisis in Ukraine.

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of real estate and property management software, is headquartered in Santa Barbara and has offices around the world, including Eastern Europe.

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As multiple gas relief proposals are floated by the governor and state lawmakers, Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham said he’s open to the different options.

“I will support any and all proposals to give folks some relief from these gas prices,” the San Luis Obispo Republican, whose district includes northern Santa Barbara County, said on social media Thursday.

On Thursday, California’s gas prices continued to climb, reaching $5.88 a gallon. The national average fell to $4.24 Thursday.

In Santa Barbara, the average fuel prices are even higher: Regular fuel is about $5.94 a gallon while diesel is $6.25, according to figures from the American Automobile Association.

A representative for Assemblymember Steve Bennett, D-Ventura, whose district includes the Santa Barbara area, did not immediately return a request for comment.

Sen. Monique Limón, a Democrat who represents Santa Barbara in the upper chamber, previously told the News-Press to expect multiple proposals to counter rising costs from legislators.

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and conflict. It is responding to the crisis in Ukraine, setting up multiple relief programs both inside and outside Ukraine to help the more than 3.5 million refugees who have fled Ukraine and the millions who remain internally displaced within the country.

“ShelterBox USA is deeply grateful for Yardi’s

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meeting scheduled for March 28.

“I truly believe it’s important to have options that we’re bringing to our community to ensure that we’re choosing the best map,” Councilmember Alarcon said. “I cannot say that A2 is the best map for our community at this time.”

Mayor Wade Nomura said the decision to reconsider would give the community another opportunity to weigh in on the redistricting process.

“I personally want to make sure we have it. The last thing I want is to have a divided community,” said Mayor Nomura.

Councilmember Roy Lee was the lone “no” vote both on the reconsideration motion and to consider Plan A3 at the upcoming meeting.

Councilmember Gregg Carty voted in the affirmative on both measures but said he is still in favor of the A2 map.

Plan A2 takes a portion of District B further down Sterling Avenue, with a sliver of it continuing past Azalea Drive and covering Eleanor Drive and

In what was described by some on the council as an effort to increase options and transparency, the Carpinteria City Council voted to add another redistricting map to consider at a meeting later this month.

The council voted 4-1 last week to reconsider a previous move that resulted in just one map approved for consideration for the March 28 meeting. The council also decided to still consider that proposal but add another map to the discussion.

Both maps to be considered — Draft Plans A2 and A3 — keep two of the five districts on the coastal side of El Camino Real.

The city council is transitioning from at-large to district elections for this November’s elections.

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Trump sues Hillary Clinton, Democratic Party over Russian collusion claims

By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE SENIOR REPORTER

(The Center Square) — Former President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit Thursday against Hillary Clinton, her campaign and the Democratic Party over their claims that the Trump campaign colluded with Russian operatives to win the 2016 presidential election.

The lawsuit was filed in a Florida court and levels a range of allegations against the defendants, including hacking, deceiving law enforcement and creating fake evidence.

“In the run-up to the 2016 Presidential Election, Hillary Clinton and her cohorts orchestrated an unthinkable plot — one that shocks the conscience and is an affront to this nation’s democracy,” the complaint says.

“Acting in concert, the Defendants maliciously conspired to weave a false narrative that their Republican opponent, Donald J. Trump, was colluding with a hostile foreign sovereignty.”

Thursday’s lawsuit is the latest in a long-contested political fight over the Russian collusion allegations and how they arose.

In the lawsuit, Mr. Trump asks for punitive damages and compensation for his legal fees, which he says surpassed $24 million.

“The scheme was conceived, coordinated and carried out by top-level officials at the Clinton Campaign and the DNC — including ‘the candidate’ herself — who attempted to shield her

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involvement behind a wall of third parties,” the lawsuit alleges. “To start, the Clinton Campaign and the DNC enlisted the assistance of their shared counsel, Perkins Coie, a law firm with deep Democrat ties, in the hopes of obscuring their actions under the veil of attorneyclient privilege. Perkins Coie was tasked with spearheading the scheme to find — or fabricate — proof of a sinister link between Donald J. Trump and Russia.

“To do so, Perkins Coie launched parallel operations: on one front, Perkins Coie partner Marc Elias led an effort to produce spurious ‘opposition research’ claiming to reveal illicit ties between the Trump Campaign and Russian operatives; on a separate front, Perkins Coie partner Michael Sussmann headed a campaign to

develop misleading evidence of a bogus ‘back channel’ connection between e-mail servers at Trump Tower and a Russian-owned bank,” the lawsuit adds.

Mr. Trump’s lawsuit comes after John Durham, special counsel for the Department of Justice, alleged in February court filings that the Clinton campaign’s legal team paid a tech firm, which was “mining” White House servers to dig up dirt on then President Trump.

“Tech Executive-1’s employer, Internet Company-1, had come to access and maintain dedicated servers for the EOP as part of a sensitive arrangement whereby it provided DNS resolution services to the (Executive Office of the President),” the filing reads. “Tech Executive-1 and his associates exploited this arrangement by

mining the EOP’s DNS traffic and other data for the purpose of gathering derogatory information about Donald Trump.”

That report gave fresh wind to Mr. Trump’s argument.

Michael Sussmann, one of the Clinton campaign’s lawyers, was indicted by a grand jury last year for allegedly lying to the FBI. He has pleaded not guilty.

The FBI said Mr. Sussmann lied when he gave the agency “data files allegedly containing evidence” of a back-channel communication link between Russia and the Trump campaign.

“Sussmann lied about the capacity in which he was providing the allegations to the FBI,” the indictment said. “Specifically, Sussmann stated falsely that he was not doing his work on the aforementioned allegations ‘for any client,’ which led the FBI General Counsel to understand that Sussmann was acting as a good citizen merely passing along information, not as a paid advocate or political operative. In fact, and as alleged in further detail below, this statement was intentionally false and misleading because, in assembling and conveying these allegations, Sussmann acted on behalf of specific clients, namely, (i) a U.S. technology industry executive (‘Tech Executive-I’) at a U.S. Internet company (‘Internet Company-I’), and (ii) the Hillary Clinton Presidential Campaign (the ‘Clinton Campaign’).”

Casey Harper works at The Center Square’s Washington, D.C., bureau.

20 new COVID-19 cases reported

By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Santa Barbara County reported 20 new COVID-19 cases Thursday.

Of those, the highest number, six, was in Santa Maria, according to the Public Health Department. Neighboring Orcutt had two cases.

Elsewhere, three cases were reported in Lompoc and nearby Mission Hills and Vandenberg Village.

One case was in Santa Barbara and unincorporated Mission Canyon.

One case was in the North County areas that include Sisquoc, Casmalia, Garey, Cuyama, New Cuyama and Guadalupe.

Santa Ynez Valley reported two cases.

One case was in unincorporated Goleta Valley and Gaviota.

One case was in the South Coast corridor, which includes Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria.

The locations of three cases were pending.

Nineteen patients are recovering in county hospitals.

Another three are recovering in intensive care units.

Santa Barbara County now has a total of 85,145 cases, of which 155 are still infectious.

The total number of deaths is 669.

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported that 72.2% of the eligible 5-and-older population is fully vaccinated.

Of the entire county population (all ages), 67.9% is fully vaccinated.

All numbers are provided by the health department. email: kschallhorn@newspress. com

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Newsom signs legislation cutting out-of-pocket costs for abortion NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation this week that would make abortion services cheaper in California by cutting out-of-pocket costs.

The bill, championed by Sen. Lena Gonzalez, D-Long Beach, prohibits health plans and insurers from enacting co-pay, deductible or other cost-sharing requirements for abortions and abortion-related services. Under this bill, health plans and insurers also cannot impose utilization management practices (a process to determine the medical necessity of a certain procedure) on abortions or abortion-related services.

In signing the legislation Tuesday, Gov. Newsom lambasted other Republican-led states in the U.S. that have enacted laws restricting abortion access.

“As states across the country attempt to move us backward by restricting fundamental reproductive rights, California continues to protect and advance reproductive freedom for all,” Gov. Newsom, a Democrat, said. “With this legislation, we’ll help ensure equitable, affordable access to abortion services so that out-ofpocket costs don’t stand in the way of receiving care.”

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Gov. Newsom signed the legislation during a virtual ceremony Tuesday while joined by members of the Legislative Women’s Caucus, representatives of reproductive rights groups and first partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom.

“In the Golden State, we value women and recognize all they shoulder in their dual roles as caregivers and breadwinners,” Ms. Siebel Newsom said in a statement.

“California will continue to lead by example and ensure all women and pregnant people have

autonomy over their bodies and the ability to control their own destinies.”

The bill, championed by Sen. Gonzalez, was called the Abortion Accessibility Act. “Today, we are making sure that abortion is not a right in name only, and that all people have true freedom to decide if, when, and how to start a family, regardless of their income or ability to pay,” Sen. Gonzalez, the Senate majority whip, said. “I am thankful to all our partners who so dedicatedly advocated for SB 245 and who continue to speak up for reproductive freedom in our State. My appreciation also goes out to Gov. Gavin Newsom for taking swift action to sign this bill, as well as to my colleagues in the Legislature for their support. ” California is one of only six states that require health insurance plans to cover abortion services.

“Gov. Newsom promised to make California a ‘sanctuary’ for abortion if Roe v. Wade is overturned. This is the polar opposite of what a real sanctuary would be: a place where vulnerable unborn children are safeguarded in the law and women’s real-world needs are met with compassion and support, not a cheaper way to end their child’s life,” Marjorie Dannenfelser,

president of the national antiabortion group Susan B. Anthony List, told the News-Press.

“A growing number of states serve women and families through public Alternatives to Abortion programs, in addition to 2,700 prolife pregnancy centers nationwide that provide a plethora of vital services typically at no cost,” Ms. Dannenfelser continued. “A truly pro-woman governor would do well to follow their example, not double down on pro-abortion extremism that hurts women and only helps the abortion industry’s bottom line.”

“Gov. Newsom and the California Legislature are once again promoting the abortion industry at the expense of Californians.

This new law is not pro-choice, it’s emphatically pro-abortion.

It does absolutely nothing for women who want to deliver their children alive,” California Right to Life director of outreach Mary Rose Short told the News-Press.

“This bill prioritizes abortion over any other medical procedure or treatment. Californians living with cancer, diabetes, or other conditions must not only pay for their own healthcare, but politicians have decided they must also pay for others’ ‘free’ abortions through their increased insurance costs.” email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

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An Oxnard man was charged Thursday with illegally smuggling more than 1,700 reptiles into the U.S. from Mexico and Hong Kong, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Jose Manuel Perez, who also goes by Julio Rodriguez, was found with about 60 reptiles hidden in his clothes last month at the U.S.Mexico border, officials said.

The 30-year-old was charged with multiple counts of wildlife trafficking, smuggling goods into the U.S. and conspiracy. Stephanie Perez, 25, his sister, was also charged with conspiracy.

According to the Justice Department, Mr. Perez illegally brought Yucatan box turtles,

Mexican box turtles, baby crocodiles and Mexican bearded lizards into the US. without obtaining proper permits.

Officials said Mr. Perez was caught on Feb. 25 at the border with dozens of lizards and four snakes concealed in his jacket and pants pockets, groin area and pant legs. Mr. Perez allegedly told customs officials the animals were his pets.

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Driver identified in fatal accident SANTA MARIA — Vincent Bruce Becerra, 21, died last week following an accident on Highway 101 in Santa Maria north of Palmer Road.

Authorities said Mr. Becerra was traveling northbound at a high speed before the car left the road, traveled up an embankment and rolled back down to the road.

Mr. Becerra was ejected from the car, a 2009 Mercedes Benz.

Mr. Becerra was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. No other vehicles were involved in

the incident.

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Drowning victim identified Edgar Adrian Chico Oaxaca of Santa Barbara was identified as the man who drowned near the Red Rock recreational area at Los Padres National Forest Sunday.

He was 37 years old, said Raquel Zick of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.

Life-saving measures were initiated by first responders at the scene, officials previously said.

The Red Rock area of the national park features multiple swimming holes, including the more popular “Red Rock Pools.”

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Hearst Castle to reopen in May once-in-a-lifetime repairs and improvements to the road facility will serve countless generations to come.”

California State Parks is celebrating the reopening of Hearst Castle by offering a new “Julie Morgan,” tour, which takes an in-depth look at the woman who was the chief architect of the castle in San Luis Obispo

County.

“They say that the Hearst Castle is a jewel in San Luis Obispo County’s already dazzling crown, and I couldn’t agree more. Hearst Castle is not only a fascinating place to visit, it serves as a backbone to the North County’s economy,” Sen. John Laird, D-Santa Cruz, said.

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its re-opening, with a safer and more rewarding experience for residents and tourists alike.”

Additionally, ticket prices will now include all the fees. Tour reservations will reopen on March 31 and can be made by calling 800-444-4445 or visiting hearstcastle.org.

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Airline CEOs ask President Biden to lift mask mandate

By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE SENIOR REPORTER

(The Center Square) — A group of 10 major airlines are now calling on President Joe Biden to lift the federal transit mask mandate, one of the last remaining mask mandates in the country.

The industry group Airlines for America sent a letter to the White House saying rules like the mask mandate “no longer make sense.”

“Our industry has leaned into science at every turn.

At the outset, we voluntarily implemented policies and procedures — mandating face coverings; requiring passenger health acknowledgements and contact tracing information; and enhancing cleaning protocols — to form a multi-layered approach to mitigate risk and prioritize the wellbeing of passengers and employees,” the letter said.

“However, much has changed since these measures were

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imposed, and they no longer make sense in the current public health context.”

The letter was signed by the heads of leading companies, namely Alaska Air Group, American Airlines, Atlas Air Worldwide, Delta Air Lines, FedEx Express, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines Holdings and UPS Airlines. They pointed to the decrease in severity of the pandemic.

“The high level of immunity in the U.S., availability of highquality masks for those who wish to use them, hospital-grade cabin air, widespread vaccine availability and newly available therapeutics provide a strong foundation for the administration to lift the mask mandate and predeparture testing requirements,” the letter said. “We urge you to do so now. We are requesting this action not only for the benefit of the traveling public, but also

for the thousands of airline employees charged with enforcing a patchwork of now-outdated regulations implemented in response to COVID-19.”

The request comes after the Transportation Security Administration raised eyebrows with its recent decision to extend its mask mandate for planes, trains and airports until April 18.

“At CDC’s recommendation, TSA will extend the security directive for mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs for one month, through April 18,” the TSA said. “During that time, CDC will work with government agencies to help inform a revised policy framework for when, and under what circumstances, masks should be required in the public transportation corridor. This revised framework will be based on the COVID-19 community levels, risk of new variants, national data and the latest science. We will communicate any

updates publicly if and/or when they change.”

TSA’s decision sparked controversy in part because Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials said in February that masks are no longer necessary for the majority of Americans.

“We want to give people a break from things like mask wearing …,” CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said in the February announcement.

Local and state governments around the country have abandoned mask mandates in even the strictest areas.

U.S. Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., introduced a measure that passed the Senate that would overturn the TSA rule through the Congressional Review Act, which gives Congress the power to overturn executive branch rules with a simple majority vote, usually within 60 days of their creation. “... the Senate said enough

is enough, and sent a message to unelected government bureaucrats to stop the antiscience, nanny state requirement of travel mask mandates,” said Sen. Paul, who is a physician.

“Since March 2020, unelected bureaucrats have incessantly declared that we should ‘follow the science.’ But the same bureaucrats continue to defy science by imposing an ineffective and restrictive mask mandate for individuals traveling on public transit and airplanes. As the entire world is learning to live with COVID, the federal government still uses fear mongering to stubbornly perpetuate its mandates, rather than giving clear-eyed, rational advice on how to best protect yourself from illness. That is why I forced this vote, and I applaud the Senate for rejecting this nonsense.”

Casey Harper works at The Center Square’s Washington, D.C., bureau.

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‘Persevere’: Judge Jackson offers advice to young people in emotional testimony

By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

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Persevere.

That was the challenge a stranger imparted on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson when she was just in college and wrestling with self-doubt and fears of the future. And it’s the message she wishes to impart on others as she’s poised to make history as the first black woman on the U.S. Supreme Court.

It was a particularly emotional moment between Judge Jackson and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Wednesday, toward the end of a days-long, often grueling confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee this week.

Sen. Padilla praised Judge Jackson’s temperament during some Republicans’ lines of questioning and noted that “people of color, particularly

those who have the audacity to try to be the first, often have to work twice as hard to get half the respect.”

And he asked her: “What would you say, Judge Jackson, to all those young Americans, the most diverse generation in our nation’s history … who may doubt that they can one achieve the same great heights that you have?”

“I appreciate the opportunity to speak to young people,” Judge Jackson said. “I hope to inspire people to try to follow this path because I love this country, because I love the law, because I think it is important that we all invest in our future.

And the young people are the future, and so I want them to know that they can do and be anything.”

Judge Jackson recounted how she was walking through a cold Harvard Yard during her freshman year and feeling overcome by homesickness and

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the new challenges she — a girl from Miami who had attended public school — now faced.

She wondered if she belonged at Harvard, if she could really “make it” at the Ivy League institution, when a black woman she did not know passed her on

the sidewalk, looked at her and simply said, “Persevere.”

“I would tell them to persevere,” Judge Jackson said of the message she would give to young people who might also struggle with self-doubt.

Sen. Padilla recalled how one of his teachers attempted to discourage him from applying to MIT, where he ultimately graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering.

“I turned that discouragement into motivation,” Sen. Padilla said.

“You don’t have to hope.

I’ll tell you right now, you do inspire. You are an inspiration,” Sen. Padilla continued.

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The Santa Ynez girls beach volleyball team defeated Rio Mesa in a 3-0 sweep this week at the school near Oxnard.

“The girls did an excellent job of serving tough, controlling the ball and staying in system,” Head Coach Melissa Rogers told the NewsPress in an email.

The Pirates’ No. 1 team of Jayda Henrey and Gianna

Pecile won 21-8, 21-9. Kaki Allen and Sadie Lishman won in the No. 2 match 21-12, 21-9, and Hannah Allen and Cailin Glover won in the No. 3 match, 21-10, 21-12.

LAKE OSWEGO DEFEATS SANTA BARBARA Lake Oswego beat the Santa Barbara High School baseball team 2-1 on Wednesday during

the game’s final play.

“The game was tied at one with Lake Oswego batting in the bottom of the seventh with the bases loaded. A single to left ended the game,” Head Baseball Coach Steve Schuck told the News-Press.

“Zane Lee-Paulick started the game for Santa Barbara Dons varsity,” Schuck said.

“The righthander allowed nine

hits and two unearned runs over six innings, striking out four.

“Santa Barbara Dons Varsity scattered four hits in the game.

Vince Gamberdella and Wyatt Hastings all managed multiple hits for Santa Barbara Dons Varsity,” the coach said. “Dane Dawson collected 3 walks.”

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Airman sues Biden administration over vaccination exemption denial

By VICTOR SKINNER THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — A senior airman stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base is suing over the Biden administration’s military COVID-19 vaccination mandate after officials denied her religious exemption.

Senior Airman Faith Crocker filed a lawsuit Monday in the U.S District Court for the Western District of Louisiana, challenging the Department of Defense’s mandate, which went into effect Aug. 24.

Airman Crocker filed a religious accommodation request to seek an exemption with the support of her unit and endorsement from her chaplain, but the request was denied in a form letter that conceded her beliefs were sincere. She appealed the decision with additional details about the importance of her religious beliefs and unwillingness to compromise, but she was again denied Feb. 25.

The military gave Airman Crocker five days to take the

vaccine or face involuntary separation, but she filed the lawsuit with the help of the Pelican Institute instead.

“I should be able to serve both my faith and my country.

The rejection of my religious accommodation request has put me in a situation where I must give up my religious freedom to serve the country that I love,” Airman Crocker said.

She is the daughter of a Baptist pastor who serves her church and is studying for a degree in religion using the GI Bill. The lawsuit noted Airman Crocker has a spotless military record and argued her discharge would result in the loss of her career and education.

The lawsuit claims the Biden administration’s military COVID-19 vaccination policy fails to comply with the First Amendment, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act or the Administrative Procedure Act. The Pelican Institute noted Airman Crocker is only one of thousands of service members across the country who

have been denied religious accommodation requests.

The U.S. Air Force alone has denied more than 4,637 religious accommodation requests as of March 1, while only 17 have been approved, a denial rate of more than 99%.

The denials do not account for natural immunity or skills or training of those who seek exemptions.

“Meanwhile, those who have sought other exemptions have had them honored: As of March 1, the Air Force had granted 1,294 medical exemptions and 1,686 administrative exemptions from the (Department of Defense) Vaccine Mandate,” the institute reported. “There is no reason to treat those seeking religious exemptions worse than those who seek exemption for secular reasons.”

The case comes amid increasing global threats from the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Russia’s implied threat of using nuclear weapons. Service members at Barksdale Air Force Base are integral to the U.S. nuclear bomber fleet and critical in

any conflict, according to the institute.

Attorneys representing Airman Crocker also pointed to the drastic drop in COVID-19 cases and fatality counts and the end of Louisiana’s emergency declaration as evidence the continued vaccine policy is unnecessary. The Pelican Institute previously led the legal challenge to the Biden administration’s COVID-19 testing requirements on private businesses that was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court in January.

“Airman Crocker is a patriotic and faithful member of our armed forces who swore an oath to defend her country and the Constitution. The government is now forcing her to pick between her sincerely held religious beliefs or her continued service in the United States Air Force,” said James Baehr, special counsel at the Pelican Center for Justice. “This unjust government overreach is both unfair and unconstitutional and we now ask the court to vindicate her rights.”

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Average bonuses in New York’s securities industry exceed a quarter-of-amillion dollars

Congress considers renewable energy spending as critics say U.S. needs increased oil production

By CASEY HARPER

THE CENTER SQUARE SENIOR REPORTER

(The Center Square) — The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee held a hearing Wednesday to consider investing more in renewable energy sources amid soaring gas prices and international tension over the global energy supply.

“At a time when American energy costs are tied to the whims of dictators like Vladimir Putin, our hearing today will explore how our nation can promote American energy security by facilitating investments and innovation in climate solutions,” said Sen. Tom Carper, D-Del., who chairs the committee.

Whether experts supported bolstering fossil fuels or going all-in on renewable energy, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has strengthened calls for increased domestic energy production as a national security issue.

“As secretary, it quickly became very apparent that that overreliance on traditional energy sources was a national security vulnerability,” said Raymond Mabus, former secretary of the Navy. “That is why I moved the Navy and Marines off much of their use of fossil fuels as a warfighting measure.”

Critics have said the green energy technology is not yet ready to support a full transition, however, and that the U.S again can become energy independent without the Biden administration’s obstructions. They also point to the lost jobs from cutting oil and gas production, which serves as a primary employer in many parts of the country.

At the same time, Americans are feeling the pain at the pump with gas prices reaching new highs in recent weeks and inflation rising at the highest rate in decades.

“If current policies now considered by the U.S. and Europe continue, it is likely that global oil and natural gas prices will continue to stay high, and could go far higher,” said Mark Mills, an energy expert at the Manhattan Institute.

Recent polling from Rasmussen Reports suggests Americans expect to pay even more for gas in the months to come.

“The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 78% of American adults say they’re paying more for a gallon of gas today compared to six months ago, and 84% think it’s likely those prices will continue to climb over the next six months,” Rasmussen said. “This includes

64% who think it’s very likely they’ll be paying even more for a gallon of gas in six months than they are today.”

Sen. Carper and other Democrats have pointed to electric vehicles as part of the solution to fossil fuel reliance, but other Rasmussen polling shows Americans are not excited about going electric.

“The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that only 32% of American Adults believe electric cars today are practical for most drivers,” the group said. “Fiftytwo percent (52%) think electric cars aren’t practical, while 16% say they’re not sure.”

Wednesday’s hearing came after the Securities and Exchange Commission earlier this week proposed a new regulation that would require companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and how they are responding to climate change.

“Stymied legislatively at every turn by his own political party, the Biden administration is resorting to unelected agencies to implement their green agenda on an unwilling country,” said Daniel Turner, founder and executive director for Power The Future. “This proposed rule is as unenforceable as it is

insane. Punishing industries for consumer use of their products would not only discourage output, it would inevitably lead to higher prices for everyday customers.

“It’s the latest in a disturbing pattern of behavior from an administration who wants to attack and demonize rather than empower and encourage the private sector who will drive us out of the economic morass they have created,” he added.

Oil and gas industry executives say fossil fuels are necessary to meet basic human needs.

“While those ascribing to the orthodoxy that climate change can only be solved through topdown government policies that eliminate fossil fuels may wish to deny our role, the reality is that we are a vital partner in any real attempt to address climate change,” said Kathleen Sgamma, president of Western Energy Alliance. “Simply put, the energy we provide is too vital to the well-being of humanity to be eliminated. In the absence of alternatives that do everything oil and natural gas do, eliminating them would subjugate humanity to a grim future of scarcity where basic human needs are not met.”

Casey Harper works at The Center Square’s Washington, D.C., bureau.

By STEVE BITTENBENDER THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — Workers on Wall Street enjoyed a record 2021 as a report released Wednesday by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli found the average bonus paid to employees in New York City’s securities industry exceeded a quarter-of-a-million dollars.

Mr. DiNapoli said the large gains in the stock market helped securities workers draw an average bonus of $257,500 — a 20% jump from last year’s record high. The overall bonus pool for workers is estimated to be $45 billion, a 21% increase from last year.

The bonuses are estimates from the comptroller’s office based on data from the New York State Department of Labor.

The 2021 bonus estimate was based using personal income tax collections. Deferred forms of compensation are not included in the estimates.

However, he added that the ongoing Russian invasion in Ukraine and economic uncertainty may lead to lower bonuses.

“In New York, we won’t get back to our pre-COVID economic strength until more New Yorkers and more sectors — retail, tourism, construction, the arts and others — enjoy similar success,” the

New York City population dwindles by more than 300,000 last year

By STEVE BITTENBENDER THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — New York City saw a population decline of more than 300,000 people over a 12-month span ending July 1, 2021, according to data released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau.

The city’s population fell by 305,665 people or 3.5%. As The Empire Center noted, the metropolis accounted for almost all of the state’s one-year record decline.

Losing that many people in one year, the nonpartisan, independent public policy think tank said, also nearly wiped out half of what the city gained in the previous decade.

The release shows a pattern of domestic migration during the months after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, a time

when New York had some of the most restrictive policies in place to control the spread of the virus.

The city’s four largest boroughs, which also serve as counties, ranked among the nation’s 10 worst declines — both from numeric and percentage perspectives.

According to Census Bureau data, in Manhattan, or New York County, the migration of 117,375 people was the second-largest decline in total. The 6.9% drop was the worst out of any county with at least 20,000 people.

Brooklyn, or Kings County, saw a decrease of 95,022 or 3.5% – fourth- and sixth-worst. Queens ranked fifth on the numeric decline, losing 74,321, and the 3.1% drop tied for ninth-worst.

The Bronx lost 47,706, representing a 3.2% drop. Both figures came in eighth on their respective charts.

While COVID-19 certainly impacted New York’s drops, it likely wasn’t the only factor.

Unite NY released survey results earlier this month showing nearly 39% of New York state residents saying they’ve thought about moving out. The number rose to 41.1% for New York City residents.

Of those considering leaving, 36.7% statewide and 23.2% in New York City cite taxes being too high as the primary reason. The same percentage of New York City respondents also say they’d leave to find either a better job or economic opportunity.

There have also been concerns about public safety issues in New York, with Republicans hammering Democratic leaders in the city and Albany on bail reforms and other issues the GOP said make residents less

safe.

On Monday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a former cop, gave an update on changes that he said would curb violent crime while at the same time respecting people’s rights. In the first six days, the mayor said a precinct in the Bronx took 10 guns off the street and made 31 arrests.

The plan was to expand the pilot program to five other precincts across the city.

Mayor Adams promised there would not be a “mixed message” about public safety in his administration.

“Do it right,” he said. “Don’t violate the liberties of people, but go after those guns and those who are the trigger pullers and dangerous in our city. You don’t have to wonder what our position is. It is public safety and justice.

You don’t have to trade off between the two.”

Ohio attorney general wins court order to enforce federal immigration law

By J.D. DAVIDSON THE CENTER SQUARE REGIONAL EDITOR

(The Center Square) — Immigrants who were convicted of dangerous felonies and who have lost their last appeal to remain in the U.S. face the stronger possibility of deportation after Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost won an injunction that forces the Department of Homeland Security to enforce the law.

Mr. Yost, along with attorneys general from Arizona and Montana, sued in November to enforce federal immigration law, and the U.S. District Court for the

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such as “alien” used to describe immigrants.

During Sen. Padilla’s comments, Judge Jackson sat virtually unmoving with her hands clasped and rested on the desk in front of her.

Republicans have grilled Judge Jackson about her faith, sentencing record and more during the Supreme Court confirmation hearing this week.

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Southern District of Ohio granted a preliminary injunction earlier this week.

Under the Biden administration, the DHS issued a new interior immigration enforcement policy, which Mr. Yost said ignored Congress and resulted in the deportation of only a tiny fraction of the people mandated by federal law.

“The DHS policy leaves dangerous criminals on our streets who are supposed to be deported under the law,” Mr. Yost said. “It went further and completely ignored the final deportation orders of

immigration courts.”

Mr. Yost also said in a news release that DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas bragged about the department’s policy to CBS News in January.

“We have fundamentally changed immigration enforcement in the interior,” Mr. Mayorkas said then. “For the first time ever, our policy explicitly states that a noncitizen’s unlawful presence in the United States will not, by itself, be a basis for the initiation of an enforcement action.”

Mr. Yost slammed the comments.

“Bureaucrats don’t get to ‘fundamentally change’ the law,” Mr. Yost said. “Today, the court changed it back.”

Mr. Yost also said deportations fell to 59,011 in fiscal year 2021, down from 185,884 in fiscal year 2020, according to the annual report released last week by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The report also stated ICE officers made 36,619 administrative arrests of convicted criminals last fiscal year, compared with 123,128 the year before the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Thursday, Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, of Kentucky, said he would not support Judge Jackson’s appointment to the Supreme Court.

“As the Judiciary Committee’s confirmation hearings conclude, one thing is abundantly clear: Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is immensely qualified and well-suited to serve on the Supreme Court,” U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., said “I was impressed throughout

the hearings by her character, intellect, life and professional experiences as well as the deep understanding of the law she exhibited while answering tough questions. She has strong and broad support from judges and legal experts across the ideological spectrum as well as from numerous law enforcement and civic organizations.”

Judge Jackson has needed Senate confirmation for prior appointments, including for the U.S. Sentencing Commission

and the appeals court, and has received Republican support in those instances.

President Joe Biden announced Judge Jackson as his historic pick for the Supreme Court bench earlier this year, fulfilling a campaign promise to nominate a black woman to the nation’s highest court.

Judge Jackson, 51, sits on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

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ShelterBox provides humanitarian aid in the form of family-sized tents and essential tools to start repairing and rebuilding homes. The organization’s kits and boxes

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comptroller said in a statement.

The investment sector accounts for just 1-in-20 privatesector jobs in New York City.

However, the jobs in that sector – a total of 180,000 – accounted for 20 percent of all privatesector wages in the city.

Including bonuses, the average securities worker was paid $438,370 in 2020, Mr. DiNapoli said. That was almost five times the average of workers in other industries.

In 1981, workers at investment firms got paid twice what other workers made.

Because of that, the comptroller estimates the industry provided nearly $15 billion in state tax revenue and $4.7 billion in city tax revenue.

According to figures from Mr. DiNapoli’s office, the jobs total is down by about 3,500 from 2019 but up 10,500 from 2012.

The pre-tax profits for brokers on the New York Stock Exchange have not been finalized yet as fourth-quarter figures must still be accounted for. However, Mr. DiNapoli believes that amount will be the industry’s best in 12 years.

Through the first three quarters, those member firms reported pre-tax profits of $44.9 billion, a nearly 20% year-toyear increase. The full-year 2020 profits were $50.9 billion, the best year since the firms reported $61.4 billion in 2009.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2022

REDISTRICTING

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Aragon Drive to Chaney Avenue.

It brings District D up to Linden Avenue with a block heading north toward Canalino School Park, ending it at Pacific Village Drive.

Plan A3 takes most of Sterling Avenue below El Carro Lane and includes it in District A. Districts B and D would meet at Casitas Pass Road.

Redistricting efforts are ongoing all throughout the county.

The city of Santa Barbara has narrowed its choices to four maps to be considered at a March 30 meeting. And Santa Maria recently picked a new map that made minimal changes to its districts earlier this month.

Individuals can find out more about Carpinteria’s redistricting process and explore the maps at carpinteriaprojects.com/districtelections. email: kschallhorn@newspress. com

KIM, Esther

Esther Kim passed away on March 3 with the love of God in her heart, her family, and the acceptance that Jesus Christ is her Lord and Savior. Her family and loved ones mourn her passing. Esther was born on November 2, 1970 in South Korea, emigrated to the United States as a toddler, and became a citizen.

Esther was a brilliant academic, talented in the visual and performing arts, and excelled in sports. In 1989, the year she graduated from high school, she was named a U.S. Presidential Scholar, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students, and won many music and art competitions. It was her time at Stanford University where she thrived. She participated in all the Stanford traditions and forged friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

Esther earned her Master’s degree at the University of California in Santa Barbara.

After working in clinical psychology, she found her path in academic advising at UCSB. She enjoyed helping students fulfill their academic goals and was an ardent advocate in helping them succeed and instilling hope in their futures after graduating.

Above all, Esther was a beautiful, fun loving soul and spirit with a heart of gold. She was devoted, loyal, loving, and protective of her family and closest friends. She was not a bystander. She was passionate in calling out the truth and doing the right thing even if it meant challenging the rules.

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People enjoy a stroll down Linden Avenue Thursday in Carpinteria, where the city council is working on creating districts for its members.

Esther is survived by her parents Dr. Young Cue Kim, MD and Mrs. Jung Ae Kim, her sisters Eunhee and Julia, and her brother-in-law John, many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Esther was preceded in death by her grandparents and her one true love who was the love of her life.

Esther’s family would like to express their eternal gratitude to her doctors, in particular to Dr. Daniel Berger, MD and the care team at the Sansum Clinic and to Dr. Martin Weiss, MD and the care team at USC.

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LOCAL FIVE-DAY FORECAST TODAY

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MONDAY

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Mostly cloudy

Breezy in the morning

Cool with rain at times

Mostly sunny

INLAND

INLAND

INLAND

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82 47

78 46

64 46

59 44

69 42

69 52

69 50

66 55

61 47

67 48

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Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows.

Maricopa 86/60

Guadalupe 64/48

Santa Maria 67/48

Vandenberg 61/48

New Cuyama 87/52 Ventucopa 84/51

Los Alamos 79/48

Lompoc 62/47 Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2022

Buellton 78/46

Solvang 81/46

Gaviota 67/51

SANTA BARBARA 69/52 Goleta 74/50

Carpinteria 69/50 Ventura 68/50

AIR QUALITY KEY Good Moderate

Source: airnow.gov Unhealthy for SG Very Unhealthy Unhealthy Not Available

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72/48 67/47 84 in 2015 38 in 2009

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At top, plan A2 takes a portion of District B further down Sterling Avenue, with a sliver of it continuing past Azalea Drive and covering Eleanor Drive and Aragon Drive to Chaney Avenue. It brings District D up to Linden Avenue with a block heading north toward Canalino School Park, ending it at Pacific Village Drive. Above, plan A3 takes most of Sterling Avenue below El Carro Lane and includes it in District A. Districts B and D would meet at Casitas Pass Road.

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Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham, R-San Luis Obispo, said he’s open to options to bring consumers relief during rising gas prices.

A group of Democrats released a plan to give $400 rebates to every taxpayer in California, regardless of whether the person owns or drives a car, to counter skyrocketing fuel and other costs, such as utilities and groceries.

Another proposal crafted by Senate President Pro Tempore Toni Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon would offer rebates to taxpayers based on the number of dependents: A single tax filer would receive $200 whereas a family of five could qualify for $1,000, according to the plan. The rebate would be available only to single filers who make under $125,000 and joint filers who make less than $250,000.

Gov. Gavin Newsom also unveiled his plan this week after teasing it during his State of the State address. His idea would offer $400 per vehicle in tax refunds to Californians with a cap of two vehicles per person. His proposal would also establish grants to cover free public transit rides and unleash money to counter a pause in the inflationary adjustment to gas and diesel excise tax rates.

“We’re taking immediate action to get money directly into the pockets of Californians who are facing higher gas prices as a direct result of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine,” Gov. Newsom said in a statement. “But this package is also focused on protecting people from volatile gas prices and advancing clean transportation — providing three months of free public transportation,

fast-tracking electric vehicle incentives and charging stations and new funding for local biking and walking projects.”

The Democratic chief executive told a reporter his refund would cover those who own an electric vehicle or no car at all and is open to working with lawmakers on possible tweaks.

Republicans have called for a moratorium on the gas tax.

“Senate Republicans called for relief for California drivers, and we got it,” Republican Senate Leader Scott Wilk, whose district includes the Antelope and Santa Clarita valleys, said in response to Gov. Newsom’s plan. “But they also need relief NOW, not in July.

Newsom should take this further and immediately suspend the full state gas tax.” email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

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POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind northwest 6-12 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 16 seconds.

Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind northwest 6-12 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 16 seconds.

Visibility clear.

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR TIDES Date Time High Time March 25 3:35 a.m.

7:27 p.m.

March 26 5:09 a.m.

8:01 p.m.

March 27 6:25 a.m.

8:30 p.m.

5.0’ 3.3’ 5.0’ 3.6’ 5.2’ 4.0’

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Low

11:53 a.m.

10:50 p.m.

12:56 p.m. none 12:28 a.m.

1:46 p.m.

-0.3’ 2.9’ -0.7’ 2.5’ -0.9’

AT BRADBURY DAM, LAKE CACHUMA 86/57/pc 93/56/pc 68/33/pc 84/41/pc 68/54/pc 75/51/pc 82/45/pc 56/45/c 86/58/pc 82/55/pc 62/35/pc 80/50/pc 64/51/pc 76/46/pc 65/50/pc 82/46/pc 65/52/pc 98/64/pc 85/57/pc 81/45/pc 80/50/pc 71/55/pc 66/51/pc 73/51/pc 72/48/c 72/56/pc 65/38/pc

NATIONAL CITIES Atlanta Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City Seattle Washington, D.C.

Wind west 4-8 knots today. Waves 2-4 feet; west-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 14 seconds. Visibility under a mile in patchy morning fog.

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LOCAL TEMPS Today Hi/Lo/W 87/52/pc 74/50/pc 64/46/pc 66/49/pc 67/48/pc 82/47/pc 61/48/pc 68/50/pc

MARINE FORECAST

SANTA BARBARA CHANNEL

62/40/s 52/40/c 38/22/pc 85/54/s 76/47/pc 83/55/s 79/60/s 35/15/s 55/39/sh 55/38/sh 95/64/pc 61/50/c 54/31/s 80/56/s 56/47/sh 56/39/sh

At Lake Cachuma’s maximum level at the point at which water starts spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment.

Storage 89,849 acre-ft.

Elevation 710.35 ft.

Evaporation (past 24 hours) 27.9 acre-ft.

Inflow 0.0 acre-ft.

State inflow 12.7 acre-ft.

Storage change from yest.

-110 acre-ft.

Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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The “Disneyland Forever” fireworks show will return April 22.

Classic Disneyland parade to return Also coming back: ‘Disneyland Forever’ fireworks, ‘Fantasmic!’ and ‘World of Color’ water show

By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

T JOSHUA SUDOCK/DISNEYLAND RESORT

“World of Color” will return April 22 to Disney California Adventure.

he Main Street Electrical Parade is back.

And that’s good news for Disneyland fans who missed the colorful parade in which floats are decorated with lights to represent various Disney movies.

Disney is marking the parade’s 50th anniversary with its return to Main Street U.S.A. in Disneyland.

In addition, Disney has announced the return of its “Disneyland Forever” fireworks show and its “World of Color” water show at nearby Disney California Adventure. Both will return on April 22, along with the Main Street Electrical Parade.

“Fantasmic!” in which Mickey Mouse uses his sorcerer’s apprentice powers to fight Disney villains, is also coming back. It will

be back at the Rivers of America in Disneyland on May 8, and one thing stands out in particular: a 45-foot-tall, fire-breathing Maleficent dragon from “Sleeping Beauty.”

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Main Street Electrical Parade, Disney Live Entertainment will introduce a grand finale that celebrates the theme of togetherness in an allnew float. This universal theme is reflected in the creative concept of the grand finale sequence, drawing inspiration from the original design of classic Main Street Electrical Parade floats and Mary Blair’s iconic art style on “it’s a small world.” The sevensegment float stretches 118 feet in length and brings to life more than a dozen Disney and Pixar animated movies, making it one of the longest and grandest sequences in the parade’s history.

At Disney California Adventure,

the “World of Color” brings animation to life with powerful fountains that create an immense screen of water. The evening show combines music with music, fire, fog and laser effects with memorable animated sequences from Disney and Pixar movies.

“Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular is a streetto-sky celebration filled with pyrotechnics and immersive projections that envelop guests in a journey with unexpected special effects.

The Main Street Electrical Parade and “Disneyland Forever” will be available for a limited time. Upon reopening, “World of Color” and “Fantasmic!” will return to their regular schedules.

In addition to the return of longtime programming, Disney California Adventure will present its first Disney Junior Fun Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 29.

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Inspired by the original design of the parade, plus Disney Legend Mary Blair’s iconic art style on “it’s a small world,” the new grand finale in the Main Street Electrical Parade will bring together classic and contemporary favorites.

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Walk/run intended to raise $50,000 for breast cancer programs, research

By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

Barbara Ireland, her family and other champions of breast cancer research and treatment will step forward May 21 during the 22nd Annual Barbara Ireland Walk and Run for Breast Cancer.

This year’s event will offer both in-person and virtual options. A 5K and 10K walk/run will begin at Chase Palm Park, 323 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara and take place along Santa Barbara’s waterfront.

The goal is to raise $50,000 for breast cancer research and programs in Santa Barbara!

100% of the funds raised during the walk will benefit local breast cancer research and programs at the Ridley-Tree Cancer Center at Sansum Clinic. These programs include clinical research, which provides access to cutting-edge therapies in the local community; genetic counseling, which provides patients with the chance to determine their genetic risk

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for cancer and possibly have their treatment modified as a result; and navigation, which offers patients a consistent care coordinator during their experience with breast cancer.

To register for the walk, go to www.cfsb.org/irelandwalk2022.

The registration fee is $50 for adults through April 30 and $60 from May 1-20. Cost for children 12 and under is $20.

Participants who raise $100 or more will have their registration fees waived.

Everyone must register in advance . Registration will be unavailable the day of the event.

Everyone is encouraged to register either individually or as a team. The team that raises the most money will have its name engraved on the Pink Ribbon Barbara Ireland Walk trophy. An award will also be given to the largest team, and the Spirit Award will be given to the participant who is dressed most festively. email: dmason@newspress.com

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The Barbara Ireland Walk and Run for Breast Cancer will take place May 21 in Santa Barbara.

Photographer to raise money for Ukraine Santa Barbara photographer Emily Hart-Roberts is donating 100% of the proceeds from six baby photography sessions to help Direct Relief’s mission in Ukraine.

The cause is close to Ms. HartRoberts’ heart.

“My parents were both young victims of WWII, and my mother has been deeply affected, watching the recent suffering of the Ukrainian people, especially

the children,” the photographer said in a news release. “She sees herself in these children’s scared faces, and I hear it in her voice.

“I feel compelled to help in some way,” Ms. Hart-Roberts said.

She hopes to raise $1,500 for Direct Relief, a Goleta nonprofit that sends medical supplies around the world and across the nation.

“For each donation of $250 or

more, you will receive a studio portrait session with you and your newborn, and a collection of precious photographs from your baby’s first year of life that you will cherish forever,” the photographer said.

For more information, call or text Ms. Hart-Roberts at 805-4485487 or email her at emilyhr@ verizon..net.

— Dave Mason

Wild rumpus at Santa Maria Public Library

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SANTA MARIA — Young children will get to pretend they’re exploring the island from Maurice Sendak’s classic book “Where the Wild Things Are!” during a 45-minute read and play at the Santa Maria Public Library.

The program, which is designed for toddlers and up to 5-year-old children and their caregivers, will take place at 4 p.m. Monday

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at the library’s Altrusa Theater in its Youth Services division.

No registration is required, and kids don’t have to have previous knowledge of Mr. Sendak’s book or theater experience.

The library is located at 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

As the kids explore the imaginary island, they will travel on the ocean and dance with

monsters. Content creation and presentation are provided by PCPA, the community theater group based at Allan Hancock College in Santa Maria.

For more information, go to www.cityofsantamaria.org/library or call the library’s Youth Services division at 805-925-0994, ext. 8564.

— Dave Mason

ETC to perform ‘American Son’

Saturday 3/26

Also on: www.AnimalZone.org

For Cox Cable viewers please refer to this link: www.animalzone.org/program-schedule

A rooster is stuck on a busy intersection where traffic is heavy, and escape seems impossible. Genéte M. Bowen, Founder of DogE911®, comes to the rescue managing to entice the rooster into safer surroundings and ultimately takes him to Lilly’s Animal Sanctuary in Arroyo Grande, founded by Erika Satkoski. He now lives a safe and healthy life surrounded by a large flock of hens and is part of the sanctuary’s educational program. There are also pigs, goats, sheep, turkeys, and Cornish Hens who have been rescued and are now part of this bucolic and peaceful farm.

Sunday 3/27 TVSB Channel 17 at 7:30 pm Channel 71 at 9:30 pm

At BUNS in Goleta, there are more than just rabbits and bunnies hopping about; rescued Guinea Pigs are also looking for their forever homes. We learn from Phil that they can make good pets for younger caretakers. With proper feeding, an occasional treat, and good care and cleaning, one can build a positive relationship where the guinea pig will show their friendly and affectionate side

Sponsored in part by

The Rudi Schulte Family Foundation

Ensemble Theatre Company will perform “American Son,” a thriller

by Christopher Demos-Brown and directed by Jonathan Fox. Performances will begin with a preview show at 7:30 p.m. April 7 at the New Vic, 33 W. Victoria St. Then the play will run from April 9 to April 24 at the Santa Barbara theater.

Curtain will rise at at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 and 7 p.m. Sundays. There will be additional performances at 7:30 p.m. April 12 and 4 p.m.

April 16. There will be no 7 p.m. performance April 17.

with us to incorporate events of the past two years. We have assembled an extraordinary cast and design team to bring this suspenseful and riveting work to life on The New Vic stage.”

“American Son” had a successful run at the Booth Theatre on Broadway, where it starred Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale, Jeremy Jordan and Eugene Lee. The play was adapted as a movie on Netflix.

Tickets cost $42 to $72. To purchase, go to etcsb.org or call ETC at 805-965-5400.

— Dave Mason

DISNEYLAND

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The one-day event celebrates the entertaining and music-filled stories of the No. 1 preschool television network’s hit shows, bringing the magic straight to fans with fun games, trivia, music and more.

Families with preschoolers can look forward to popular Disney Junior characters, a “Doc McStuffins” stage show highlighting 10 years of the beloved series, “Alice’s Wonderland Bakery Unbirthday Party” and a cupcake decorating course (also being offered during the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival). email: dmason@newspress.com

ARTIST CONCEPT/DISNEYLAND RESORT

FYI For more information, see disneyland. disney.go.com.

For The Love of Animals

“American Son” takes place in the waiting room of a Miami police station where, in the middle of the night, the parents of a black teenager anxiously await news of their son, who may have been picked up by the police.

“We have been eager to finally bring this compelling and important new play to The New Vic stage since the production was halted in 2020,” said ETC Artistic Director Jonathan Fox. “The questions it raises about race in today’s America are even more vital and urgent than two years ago, and the playwright, Christopher Demos-Brown, has been working

In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Main Street Electrical Parade, this nighttime spectacular will return to Disneyland April 22. This early concept art features Mirabel and Antonio from Disney’s Oscarnominated film, “Encanto,” which is one of 14 stories represented in the parade’s grand finale sequence.

FLASHBACK FRIDAY HIATUS The weekly Flashback Friday feature is on hiatus this week. It will return next Friday.

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LIBRA — Your mind is probably taking a mystical turn, Libra. This is a great day to study spiritual or metaphysical concepts or expand your knowledge of fields like astrology, numerology, or the other occult sciences. Books and lectures may come to your attention, and discussions with friends who share your interests should set your mind going.

SCORPIO — Dreams or visions could bring sudden and exciting insights with regard to career issues, Scorpio. These dreams could steer you toward books, websites, and other sources of information that can provide further guidance that could well prove invaluable. The source of your insights may be rather unorthodox, but don’t write them off because of that.

SAGITTARIUS — You’re apt to be especially attuned to the thoughts and feelings of partners at this time, Sagittarius.

In fact, you might find yourself picking up so much that it’s a bit overwhelming. Nonetheless, it is an advantage. You’ll probably know instinctively what those around you want, and this new sensitivity should definitely score you some points with business and romantic partners alike.

CAPRICORN — Work on projects that require imagination and sensitivity could well take up a lot of your time today, Capricorn.

Some in-depth research may be involved. The work might require a lot of energy and concentration, perhaps more than you expected, but you should be more than satisfied with the results in the end. Just make sure to take breaks, and don’t forget to eat.

AQUARIUS — Words of love, perhaps of a very idealistic nature, could be exchanged today between you and a romantic partner, Aquarius. One of you could even write a song or poem for the other.

This can be a very healing and transformative experience, and could therefore make both of you feel very good. The only downside is that you could well view each other through rose-colored glasses.

PISCES — Study of intellectual or spiritual subjects that particularly interest you could keep you at home for much of the day, Pisces. More than one visitor might drop by in order to discuss these matters, perhaps bringing a few books. Discussions could take on an imaginative, idealistic, and even mystical level, which could prove inspiring for all involved.

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ARIES — Intuition enhances communications of all kinds today, Aries. If you’ve been thinking about doing some writing, this is the day to get started. Your mind is particularly expansive, and your imagination is working at a very high level. Insights that might not normally come to you add new depth and dimension to your writing, whether a poem, novel, article, or letter to a friend.

TAURUS — Imagination combines with intellectual abilities to enable you to make some creative changes to your home, Taurus. This could be something minor, such as purchasing plants, or a major project, such as remodeling or redecorating.

Whatever you choose to do, you’re likely to channel a lot of your energy into it right now in order to produce results that you and the other members of your household can be happy with.

GEMINI — You could make a trip to the library today, Gemini, as you may need to track down some intellectual, spiritual, or practical information required for a task or project you’re working on. You may find yourself spending more time there than you’d originally planned, as you might discover facts or ideas that open up fascinating new trains of thought.

CANCER — Your intuition has been steadily increasing over the past few months, Cancer, and today it could operate at a particularly high level. More than one premonition may come to you, and you’ll probably find yourself picking up more frequently on the thoughts and feelings of others.

If you’re into the arts, inspiration may come that you should definitely make use of.

LEO — Assessment of others’ ideas may be a main focus today, Leo. Group activities could require your intellectual input. A friend could come to you with an idea for a project of some kind. Writing or speaking may be involved in some way. Your friend isn’t in a very practical frame of mind, so don’t be surprised if the ideas don’t seem very workable right now.

VIRGO — Professional interests are definitely served by your intuition and fertile imagination today, Virgo. Writing, speaking, or the dramatic arts could be involved. If your career involves communication in any form, expect to capture the interest of a lot of people now. Positive career changes are in the wind, although

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Hawaii’s unemployment rate increases in January

By KIM JARRETT

THE CENTER SQUARE ASSOCIATE EDITOR

(The Center Square) — Hawaii’s unemployment rate increased slightly in January to 4.4% from 4.3% in December with the number of available nonagricultural jobs increasing by 500, according to a report from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.

The largest gains in jobs were in the education and health care industry, according to the report. Most of the 700 jobs gained in the sector

were in health care and social services. The second-biggest gain was in professional and business services, which experienced an increase of 400 jobs in January.

The financial activities sector experienced the largest decline in the number of jobs. The 600 losses were evenly divided between the real estate, rental and leasing division and finance and insurance, according to the report.

During January, 673,700 Hawaiian residents were in the job market and 29,500 of them were unemployed, according to

the report.

The unemployment rate for January was lower than in January 2021, when the rate was 8.3% and the number of visitors to the Aloha State was down significantly.

In January 2021, the state recorded only 80,770 visits compared with January 2022, when 202,071 people visited Hawaii, according to the department. The numbers still are down from pre-pandemic numbers. More than 268,000 people visited Hawaii in January 2020, according to the average daily census numbers.

Las Vegas gambling technicians want to vote to remove union

By TOM JOYCE THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — Slot machine technicians at Red Rock Casino in Las Vegas want to take a vote to remove the presence of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 501 from their workplace.

Red Rock technician Jereme Barrios submitted the petition to the National Labor Relations Board to do so with legal aid from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation, according to a press release from National Right To Work.

Mr. Barrios submitted a request for a union decertification vote. It has signatures from the majority

of the slot machine technicians at the casino.

“Las Vegas union officials likely believe they can violate workers’ free choice rights without any consequences, as it seems ‘the union house always wins’ at NLRB Region 28,” said Foundation President Mark Mix. “Mr. Barrios, Ms. Teske and Mr. Stallings are standing up for themselves and their co-workers by opposing unpopular union bosses. Foundation attorneys will fight to make sure their voices are heard even though the deck may seem to be stacked against independent-minded workers.”

A vote on the matter will be held in April.

The vote will occur in April

because of a Foundation-backed change made by the NLRB in 2020. Before the change was made, decertification votes could be delayed by filing “blocking charges.” Those charges could delay a vote by months or years in some cases.

The vote comes when other Red Rock employees are trying to end a relationship with their union.

Red Rock hospitality and food service staff are opposing a federal district court judge that ordered them to be represented by the Culinary Union. The order came despite the majority of employees rejecting the effort, according to National Right To Work.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 25, 2022

Qualifying, election dates set for Alaska’s U.S. House seat

By KIM JARRETT

THE CENTER SQUARE ASSOCIATE EDITOR

(The Center Square) — Qualifying begins in-person Saturday for candidates hoping to become Alaska’s sole member of the U.S. House.

Longtime Congressman Don Young died Friday.

A special primary election will be held June 11. The date was chosen to give candidates time to file and to give elections officials time to mail ballots to military voters overseas, according to the Division of Elections.

A special election to determine who will win the seat will take place Aug. 16, the same date as Alaska’s primary election.

The June primary election will be a nonpartisan primary with the winners determined by rank-choice voting conducted by mail. Voters can cast ballots by absentee at some elections offices, according to the Division

By MADISON HIRNEISEN THE CENTER SQUARE STAFF REPORTER

(The Center Square) — Democratic lawmakers unveiled new legislation Thursday to extend eviction protections through June 30 for Californians participating in rental assistance programs.

The legislation comes as California’s COVID-19 rent relief program, known as “Housing is Key,” is set to close its applications for rent relief on March 31. The deadline has led many advocates to call for an extension of tenant protections as thousands are still awaiting relief funds.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2022-0000417 The following person(s) is doing business as: La Luna Massage, 2524 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454, County of Santa Barbara.

Ubervouge Inc, 1032 W Roses Rd, San Gabriel, CA 91775; CA This business is conducted by A Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ Yiming Du, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 02/14/2022.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25/22 CNS-3560911# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS MAR 4, 11, 18, 25 / 2022 -- 58068

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2022-0000628 The following person(s) is doing business as: Ventura County Vascular Specialists, 2621 De La Vina St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara.

Kevin M. Casey, MD, APMC, 1392 Camino Rio Verde, Santa Barbara, CA 93111; CA This business is conducted by a Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Kevin Casey, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/10/2022.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15/22 CNS-3568002# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS MAR 25; APR 1, 8, 15 / 2022 -- 58130

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000633. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: 805 STORAGE, 4085 STATE ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110, County of Santa Barbara.

Full Name(s) of registrants: 805 STORAGE LLC, 4085 STATE ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. STATE OF ORG.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/10/2022

by E40, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Mar 09, 2022.

Statement Expires on: Not Applicable.

NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000637 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: VERSATIL EVENT RENTALS, 527 W ALAMAR ST, #54, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: EDUARDO LUIS LUIS: 527 W ALAMAR ST, #54, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105.

This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/10/2022 by E28, Deputy.

The registrant commenced to transact business on: Mar 01, 2022 Statement Expires on: Not Applicable.

NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000635. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: 805 TRAILERS, 4085 STATE ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110, County of Santa Barbara.

Full Name(s) of registrants: 805 TRAILERS: 4085 STATE ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. STATE OF ORG.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/10/2022

by E40, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Mar 09, 2022.

Statement Expires on: Not Applicable.

NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

MAR 18, 25; APR 1, 8 / 2022--58100

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TELEVISION COVERAGE: This meeting will be broadcast live on City TV-Channel 18 and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTV. See SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTVProgramGuide for a rebroadcast schedule. An archived video of this meeting will be available at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PCVideos.

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NOTICE OF PUBLICATIONS ON APPLICATIONS REGARDING PROVISIONS OF TITLE 28 AND/OR 30 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA (SBMC)

On Thursday, March 31, 2022, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Thursday, April 7, 2022 will be posted on the outdoor bulletin board at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, and online at SantaBarbaraCA. gov/PC. Agendas, Minutes, and Staff Reports are also accessible online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/ PC.

WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may be submitted via email to PCSecretary@ SantaBarbaraCA.gov. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to the Commission.

Please note that the Commission may not have time to review written comments received after 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting; however, it will be added to the project file. You may also submit written correspondence via US Postal Service (USPS); addressed to PC Secretary, PO Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990. However, please be advised, correspondence sent via USPS may not be received in time to process prior to the meeting and email submissions are highly encouraged.

If you challenge the project approval or environmental document in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at or prior to the public hearing.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator’s Office at (805) 564-5305. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange.

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Toni Atkins, D-San Diego, and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon, D-Lakewood, said in a joint statement on the legislation.

“We made a commitment to those who are in line and they shouldn’t be harmed because of how long the process is taking.

That’s why AB 2179 will receive quick action in both the Assembly and Senate.”

If passed, Assembly Bill 2179 would protect tenants from eviction through June 30. The bill is expected to be heard in the Assembly on Monday, according to a news release from the Senate pro Tempore’s office.

Madison Hirneisen covers California for The Center Square.

PUBLIC NOTICE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA STATE OF CALIFORNIA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA (County and “Transferee”) intends to execute a Certificate of Acceptance to a Quitclaim Deed from CASA OMEGA (Lessee and “Transferor”), for all of Transferor’s right, title, and interest in and to all lands, leases, and improvements located at 310 Camino del Remedio, Santa Barbara, CA 93110 (“Property”), in the Second Supervisorial District, in accordance with Santa Barbara County Code Section 12A.11.

The Property is being offered by Transferor and will be accepted

by Transferee per the terms specified that certain document titled Lease and Agreement recorded April 27, 1971 as Instrument Number 12204 in Book 2345, Page 668 of Official Records of Santa Barbara County, CA, subsequently amended by the First Amendment to Lease and Agreement dated August 11, 1986.

The Certificate of Acceptance will be executed on behalf of the County by Janette D. Pell, Director of General Services Department, as authorized by Santa Barbara County Code Section 12A-11.1. All responses to this Notice will be received at the Office of the Director of the General Services Department, located at 260 N. San Antonio Road – Casa Nueva Building, Santa Barbara, CA 93110. /s/ Julie Lawrence, Real Property Manager Shauna Dragomir, SR/WA, Real Property Agent General Services Department, Real Estate Services Division

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000721 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: CHILLAXE, 3231 ORCUTT ROAD #4, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: FAITH I. COME: 3231 ORCUTT ROAD #4, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455.

STATE OF INC.: CALIFORNIA. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/18/2022 by E35, Deputy.

The registrant commenced to transact business on: Feb 03, 2022. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable.

NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL) MAR 25; APR 1, 8, 15 / 2022--58128

DATE OF POSTING: 3/25/2022 MAR 25 / 2022 -- 58006

NOTICE OF PUBLICATIONS ON APPLICATIONS REGARDING PROVISIONS OF TITLE 28 AND/OR 30 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA (SBMC) The Secretary of the Staff Hearing Officer has set a public hearing for Wednesday, April 06, 2022 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the David Gebhard Public Meeting Room, 630 Garden Street.

On Thursday, March 31, 2022, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Wednesday, April 06, 2022 will be available online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHO. Agendas, Minutes, and Staff Reports are also accessible online at www.SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHO. TELEVISION COVERAGE: This meeting will be broadcast live on City TV-Channel 18 and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTV. See SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTVProgramGuide for a rebroadcast schedule. An archived video of this meeting will be available at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHOVideos.

WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: You are invited to attend this hearing. Public comments may also be submitted via email to SHOSecretary@SantaBarbaraCA.gov prior to the beginning of the SHO Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to the SHO and will become part of the public record. If you have any questions please contact the SHO Secretary at SHOSecretary@ SantaBarbaraCA.gov or 805.564.5470, extension 3308. You may also submit written correspondence via US Postal Service (USPS); addressed to SHO Secretary, PO Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 931021990. However, please be advised, correspondence sent via USPS may not be received in time to process prior to the meeting and email submissions are highly encouraged.

If you, as an aggrieved party or applicant, disagree with the decision of the SHO regarding the outcome of this application, you may appeal the decision to the Planning Commission. The appeal, accompanied by the appropriate filing fee per application, must be filed at 630 Garden Street, within ten calendar days of the SHO decision. If the SHO decision is appealed, and if the Planning Commission approves the project on appeal, then it is appealable to the California Coastal Commission under California Public Resources Code §30603(a) and SBMC §28.44.200. If you challenge the project approval or environmental document in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the SHO at or prior to the public hearing.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the SHO Secretary at (805) 564-5470, extension 3308.

If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange.

1. 2706 Cuesta Road Assessor’s Parcel Number:

051-281-014

Zoning Designation:

RS (Residential Single Unit)

Application Number:

PLN2021-00345

Applicant / Owner:

Natalie Ochsner / Paradise Trust

Project Description:

Residential addition and detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)

2. 1721 Olive Street Assessor’s Parcel Number:

027-122-008

Zoning Designation:

R-2 (Two-Unit Residential)

Application Number:

PLN2022-00026

045-193-019

Applicant / Owner:

Clinton Iwanicha, CMI Architect / Perry Naran

Zoning Designation:

E-3/S-D-3 (One-Family Residence/Coastal Overlay)

Project Description:

Permit existing unpermitted one-story addition.

1. 1384 Shoreline Drive Assessor’s Parcel Number:

3. 2512 Murrell Road

Application Number:

PLN2021-00545 / Filing Date: November 23, 2021

Applicant / Owner:

Adam Sharkey, Blackbird Architects / Deborah & Jaime Perez

Assessor’s Parcel Number:

041-291-023

Project Description:

Coastal Development Permit to demolish residence & construct new residence

Zoning Designation:

E-3/S-D-3 (One-Family Residence/Coastal Overlay)

Application Number:

PLN2022-00019

Applicant / Owner:

Shawn Godkin / Wade & Sharon Newsome

Project Description:

Coastal Development Permit for a new detached one-story Accessory Dwelling Unit.

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Under the current law, tenants living in cities without local eviction protections could face eviction on April 1 even if they had applied for rental assistance, CalMatters reported.

Thus far, the state has paid out over $2.4 billion to more than 214,200 households, according to the COVID-19 rent relief dashboard. However, that means less than half of 489,800 applicants have received payment.

“We need to protect eligible renters who have applied for relief funds, but haven’t received them yet, or who will apply before the March 31 deadline,” Senate President pro Tempore

PUBLIC NOTICES

The Secretary of the Planning Commission has set a public hearing for Thursday, April 7, 2022 beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street.

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questioned Tuesday about the need for a primary and a special election at a news conference.

The old voting system also would have required two elections, according to Courtney Mills, deputy attorney general for the Department of Law — a special election and a run-off if nobody won a majority of the vote.

Two candidates have announced their intention to run for the seat. Nick Begich, a Republican who said he chaired Young’s 2020 campaign, created a website about his candidacy.

Democrat Chris Constant told the Anchorage Daily News he also will run for the seat.

Candidates have until 5 p.m.

April 1 to qualify.

The winner of the August special election would serve out the remainder of Rep. Young’s term, which ends in January. Rep. Young’s post is on the November ballot, and the winner of that election will take office in January.

Lawmakers move to extend eviction protections with deadline looming

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of Elections. The top four candidates will proceed to the Aug. 16 special election.

The election will be the first time rank-choice voting is used since it was approved by Alaska voters in 2020.

Some are critical of the process. It is a reminder of “how misguided and shortsighted the 2020 ballot measure two was,” members of the House Republican Caucus said in a news release.

“Alaska is facing the prospect of being without congressional representation for nearly six months,” the caucus said in the news release. “Because of U.S. constitutional provisions, federal law, existing state statute and provisions of ballot measure two, we will have to conduct a special primary election as an ‘all mail’ election and a special general election that won’t likely be certified until sometime in September.”

Elections officials were

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