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State mandates vaccines for students Requirement will go into effect upon FDA approval By MADISON HIRNEISEN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a vaccine mandate for schoolchildren on Friday that will require students to be vaccinated against COVID-19 once the shots are fully approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The order will add the COVID-19 vaccine to a list of 10 required vaccines that students must receive to attend in-person learning, which includes vaccines like measles, mumps and rubella.
Gov. Newsom said he sees the rollout occurring in two parts — first for children in grades 7 through 12, and second for students in kindergarten through 6th grade upon FDA approval. The requirement will go into effect in the semester following full Food and Drug Administration approval for vaccine use among kids ages 12 and older. Currently, the Pfizer vaccine is under an Emergency Use Authorization for children ages 12 to 15 and has received full FDA approval for people ages 16 and older.
Gov. Newsom said he sees the rollout occurring in two parts — first for children in grades 7 through 12, and second for students in kindergarten through 6th grade upon FDA approval. The state will require students in kindergarten through 6th grade to be vaccinated when the FDA approves the vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11.
Once the order goes into effect, students will not be allowed to attend inperson classes without being vaccinated. Traditional medical and religious exemptions will be available for students. The order made California the first state to mandate such a requirement for students and marks the governor’s latest effort to stamp out COVID-19 in schools. “We are mindful that we still have work to do,” Gov. Newsom said during a press conference Friday. “We want to end this pandemic, we are all exhausted by it, and Please see VACCINES on A3
Montecito Motor Classic returns this month
Mayoral candidates discuss State Street and housing By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR
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A first-generation 1950s Ford Thunderbird will be among the 173 classic cars showcased at the Montecito Motor Classic, which will take place Oct. 10.
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Dana, left, and Andrea Newquist stand next to their 1932 Buick Model 90 during the Montecito Motor Classic kickoff event on Thursday.
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The Montecito Motor Classic will return to the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club on Oct. 10 for its ninth annual vintage car show. This year’s show will feature a record 173 luxury, vintage and foreign vehicles from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the polo grounds. Members of the public are invited to browse the wide array of classic cars and enjoy a number of side attractions. One such side attraction is the Kids Zone, which will feature the Munster’s Truck from the popular 1960’s TV show “The Munsters.” Children can also participate in toy car races in the Kids Zone and get their pictures taken inside a Sprint car. The event will also feature its traditional Avenue of Chalets, which for the first time, will be split into groups based on what each vendor offers. Please see CARS on A4
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Issues varying from lower State Street to affordable housing were addressed this week by Santa Barbara mayoral candidates. The candidates voiced continued support for the downtown pedestrian promenade on State Street, but differed on some details during a virtual League of Women Voters forum. “I envisioned State Street to be bustling with commerce, good-paying jobs, good revenue sources for the city, entertainment, concerts when the pandemic allows,” Mayor Cathy Murillo said, answering a question from moderator Claire VanBlaricum during Thursday evening’s forum. “I do envision State Street remaining car free,” Ms. Murillo said, noting she could imagine the Santa Barbara Public Library presenting storytimes. If elected, Randy Rowse said he would like to work with merchants and the Santa Barbara chapter of the American Institute of Architects to create a consistent design template for parklets, which could be provided over the counter at a nominal fee. Mr. Rowse also said flower pots, which are currently being used to block motorized traffic, need to be replaced by barriers that could be easily retracted to allow for morning deliveries, parades and resolutions for safety problems. “I would have enough space for an electric shuttle,” he said. “That way, we could remain closed as a large promenade, but have people walking on the sidewalks and bikes on the street where they belong,” Mr. Rowse said. He noted that under that scenario, there would be no noise and no pollution. Solutions for State Street are needed immediately, candidate Deborah Schwartz stressed. She said the city needs to work on matters such as revitalizing vacant business spaces. “There’s been a lot of talk but not enough action in streamlining and working with business owners,” she said. Candidate Mark Whitehurst suggested adding substations on State Street, where case workers, ambassadors and police first responders would be visible.
He said that would be a step toward vibrancy and could be implemented on other streets. He also noted State Street and side streets need to become more pristine. “A thousand tree wells are empty and don’t have landscaping or gravel or anything.” Candidate Matt Kilrain suggested horse and buggies be brought back to State Street. “Let’s bring back some traditions.” Citing his concerns about health issues, Mr. Kilrain noted he would oppose the installation of LED lights and 5G on State Street. On the issue of affordable housing, candidates expressed little enthusiasm for Senate Bills 9 and 10, both of which Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed into law. “Senate Bills 9 and 10 are going to affect lower and middle class neighborhoods and would gentrify them,” Mr. Rowse cautioned. “I would move to resist those at every turn.” Mr. Rowse pointed to the Housing Authority of Santa Barbara and praised its “amazing work.” But he said reforms are needed in the city’s planning and building processes. “We tap the brakes and say, ‘Here’s the new restrictions,” Mr. Rowse said. “Pretty soon, the private sector moves away from creating housing.” Mr. Rowse said the city should help facilitate developments at various sites and “find out what they need us to do: Either get out of the way or help.” Ms. Schwartz said the city hasn’t encouraged or assisted in producing new housing for more than 40 years. She explained the city needs to do more to encourage investors and build partnerships. “Those who have the financial means to acquire properties could partner with the housing authority, which is able to secure government subsidies” to enable affordable rents, she said. “As a renter myself, I know what it’s like to pay more than the average percentage of income for housing in our beautiful city,” Ms. Schwartz said. Mr. Kilrain noted Santa Barbara residents have found creative places to live, such as on Please see CANDIDATES on A4
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Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a vaccine requirement for students on Friday. The mandate will go into effect upon FDA approval.
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