Santa Barbara News-Press: December 22, 2020

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More relief coming House passes COVID-19 relief package By GRAYCE MCCORMICK NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The second round of stimulus checks are finally on their way to millions of Americans as part of Congress’s coronavirus aid deal. Late Sunday afternoon, Senate leadership announced a bipartisan deal on a $900 billion economic relief package, including individual benefits, small business help, Broadband access and more. The House of Representatives passed the relief measure on Monday by a vote of 359 to 53 and the Senate is expected to approve it quickly and send it to the president, with a seven-day stop-gap spending bill to allow time to process the combined relief and annual funding bills, and prevent a government shutdown.

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With just days until Christmas, these important letters for Santa Claus are ready to go from a mailbox in the 4800 block of Ashton Street in Goleta. The special mailbox and its decorative letters are part of the holiday spirit at homes throughout the area. To see more decorated homes, turn to A3.

By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Bikeshare pilot program preparing to launch in mid-January NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Residents of Santa Barbara will now have access to 250 public electric bikes, possibly as soon as the second week of January. After receiving City Council approval in October, a bike share system called BCycle was finally able to start installing docking stations last week along State Street, on every block from Sola to Gutierrez Street, along with its side streets. The bikes themselves will likely be docked the second week of

January, complete with a virtual ribbon cutting. This marks phase one of the three-year long pilot program, and will include 500 dock station installations throughout the city, with locations on both the Eastside and the Westside. After the trial run, the city will determine whether or not to keep the bikes. Eastside locations will include near the Eastside Library, by the dance studio on Cota and Salsipuedes Streets and near the Trader Joe’s on Milpas Street. Please see bikeshare on A6

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BCycle has installed electric bike docking stations all along State Street. The installation is in preparation of the city’s bike share program, which could start as soon as the second week of January.

The pandemic has created a larger scuffle for in-demand gifts this year as both local and national retailers struggle to even get toys on the shelves before they sell out. Meanwhile, cunning shoppers take advantage of the situation, selling the sold-out goods for a premium online. The character that best represents the commotion is Baby Yoda (whose name is Grogu, for those who don’t watch The Mandalorian). One of the hottest toys this season is Hasbro’s animatronic Grogu doll “The Child.” The 7.2-inch-tall figure retails for $59.99, but is out of stock at most stores. So, eBay and Facebook

marketplace has sellers who purchased the toy early selling it for a profit. Last weekend, eBay sellers sold the figurine for up to $140 but most sold at around $80. A Facebook Marketplace seller in Ventura is asking $90 for her Baby Yoda. “Any baby yoda toy or action figure, we just can’t keep on the shelf,” said Bob Ficarra, owner of Metro Entertainment. “Star Wars Mandalorian definitely leads the pack. Anything related to that show has been hard to keep in stock.” His store, located at 6 W Anapamu St. in downtown Santa Barbara, sells comics, toys, games and more. Despite the pandemic’s strain on local businesses, his profits are slightly better than last year. “Right now, everything is going Please see gifts on A8

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Cycle down State Street By GRAYCE MCCORMICK

Direct payment checks in the amount of $600 will be available for every adult and child earning up to $75,000, according to national media reports. Individuals who earn between $75,000 and $99,000 will receive smaller checks, and those who earn over $99,000 won’t receive any benefits. Dependent children under the age of 17 will also receive the same $600 checks as adults as well, but adults who are nevertheless claimed as dependents, such as college students, may not. Jobless workers will receive up to $300 per week as soon as Dec. 27 through mid-March, and extended assistance will be provided for self-employed people and gig workers as a part Please see relief on A8

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Santa Barbara County United Way provides Christmas confirms 199 COVID-19 Forest Service extends Chuck’s Waterfront Grill gifts to more than 50 local families cases, one death

state-wide campsite and picnic area closures

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Developed recreation sites in California will rein closed through May 15 after the USDA ForService issued an order extending the closures ursday. The order was issued for the entire Pacific Southst Region and its 18 National Forests, which indes the Los Padres National Forest. The initial closure order went into effect March 26 d was set to expire April 30. t applied to recreational use areas such as campunds, day use sites and picnic areas. The order was issued to discourage large gathers of people and promote safe social distancing of ying more than six feet apart. n the Santa Barbara Ranger District, 12 campunds and picnic areas will remain closed, includthe Fremont campground and White Rock and d Rock picnic areas. The order Thursday does not add to the closures eady in place for Santa Barbara. While other arlike the Monterey Ranger District have closed ilheads and forest roads, locals will still have acs to the many Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Bar-

bara Front Country trails and access roads. “What we’re seeing a lot of folks are doing is they’re driving up alongside of the road and just going for hikes up there. That’s ok. There’s not an order against hiking trails,� said Andew Madsen, U.S. Forest Service spokesman. “We just want to make sure if people go out they’re safely spaced between one another. If you get to a trailhead and there’s just too many cars there, you should find a different area to go to as opposed to trying to get in.� As state and local responses to the coronavirus pandemic continue to evolve, the Forest Service felt that the situation warranted a two week extension of the closures, said Mr. Madsen. “At the end of that they’ll evaluate and see where we’re at and whether or not we’re going to continue as we need it,� said Mr. Madsen. “This order can be rescinded at any time. If local health officials say it looks like the sky has cleared up we can rescind the order tomorrow. For right now, we don’t want to extend it out too far. “We just want to make sure in the next couple of weeks as we monitor what’s going on that we are taking the appropriate steps along with our state and local partners.�

and Endless Summer Bar Cafe close permanently By ANNELISE HANSHAW

four cases (623 total, 35 active). An area combining the communities of Montecito, Santa Barbara County Public Summerland and the city of Health Department reported Carpinteria confirmed two cases 199 COVID-19 cases Monday, (419 total, 33 active). increasing the county’s to By JOSH GREGA Brekkiestotal by Chomp, and Mortensen’s Bakery. No cases wereDanish found in the NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER 14,935 cases. community of Isla nor the The initial lease for the Chuck’s andVista Endless SumIt relayed onemer death, an federal prison in Lompoc. property is 10 years with four, five-year options to individual over extend the agethe of 70 with The locations of 14 cases are More than 20 years after they first opened, Chuck’s term of the lease. conditions. still pending. Waterfront Grill and The Endless Summer underlying Bar CafĂŠ aremedicalMr. Petersen is inheriting the existing lease with The in the A total of 774 health care permanently closed. On the morning of April 30deceased the wa- resided onlyand thethe four, five-year options with Santa Ynez Valley, death workers in theremaining, county have beenan terfront restaurant announced its closure with a fare- average seasonally adjusted base rent of $23,585 per was not associated with an infected. well post on its Instagram account. month. facility. outbreak at a congregate Officials report 38.10% The post read, “It is with heavy hearts that plans in tothe continue Thewe cityanof SantaThough Maria Mr. Petersen availability county’srunning nounce we have closed our doors for good. Thank you accounted for 54Chuck’s of the daily units. andcases Endlessintensive Summercare in line with its current for your constant support. The memories will be ofoperation andnever has a total 5,671 cases, 323a time,Cottage Health is has caring for for the restaurant upgrades of which are stillplanned infectious. 246 patients across its campuses, forgotten.â€? for around the fall. According to the agenda, of Santa Barbara of which are acute-care Despite the current economic chaos due toThe thecity COVunder Mr. Petersen’s208 business plan the second floor of detected 39 cases, bringing patients. That leaves 180 acuteID-19 pandemic, the prospect of Chuck’s and Endless the establishment will be converted into its total 2,242 cases and 221 care beds available. a traditional Summer ceasing operation dates back to before theto outdeli cafĂŠ focused on sandwiches, soups, andhave salads, active cases. In isolation, 54 patients break. According to the agenda of a March 24 Santa Bar- with a gourmet grocery area selling wine, beer, and A close third, the city of Lompoc COVID-19 symptoms, and 51 are bara City Council meeting in which assignment of 38 thecases. prepackaged evenings, the second floor reported It’s new totalfoods. is For confirmed cases. Five are in will restaurant’s lease to a new operator was the first item, 1,611 with 145 still infectious. have a full bar and acritical dinnercondition. menu focusing on “adult Chuck’s and Endless Summer co-owner Steve Hyslop The Additionally, Goleta A total of 10 ventilators are in foodcity andof beverages.â€? informed the Waterfront Department of his desire to confirmed 17 cases (585 total, 80 ground use, and 101isare available. The restaurant’s floor proposed to be simactive). The community of Orcutt The COVID-19 vaccine sell the establishment in August 2019. ilar to Mr. Petersen’s Chomp restaurants. Its menu of 13 (714 total, 35 active). manufactured by Moderna was After receiving the department’s leasehad assignment burgers, fries, and shakes will cater to families, young The Santa Ynez Valley found authorized for emergency use requirements, Mr. Hyslop began searching for a new adults, and retirees, and for evenings will be converted 10 cases (353 total, 42 active). Friday. buyer and ultimately found it in businessman Aaron to a “dinner type atmosphere.â€? The unincorporated area of Dr. Scott Robertson, chief Petersen, who operates a number of restaurants in Solthe Goleta Valley and Gaviota medical officer at Santa Maria’s vang including Chomp, The Coffee Housereported by Chomp, eight cases total, Marian Regional Medical Center, email:(431 jgrega@newspress.com 59 active). told the News-Press he expects a The unincorporated areas shipment of the Moderna vaccine of Sisquoc, Casmalia, Garey, by Christmas. Cuyama, New Cuyama and the city of Guadalupe combined had email: ahanshaw@newspress.com NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

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0-17 21 ATthe AChristmas holiday. SOUTH UNINCORP. 22 By GRAYCE MCCORMICK this year through its Adopt-A-Child gift drive. list items before GLANCE 18-29 84 SANTA BARBARA 57 Working with local partners Girls Inc. Gifts were delivered to children and families CONFIRMED NEWS-PRESS OVERALL STAFF WRITER GOLETA 183 7 Barbara30-49 of Greater Santa and Harding on Friday, Dec. 18. 50-69 167 ISLA VISTA Elementary School, 1 United Way of Santa Barbara County, along UWSBC identified To learn more or make a donation to 70-PLUS 41 CASES OVERALL / THURS. VLY/GAVIOTA 13 with community donors from United GOLETA Way’s recipient children whose families needed ANNOUNCED THURSDAY UWSBC, visit https://www.unitedwaysb.org/. Young Leaders Society, the Zia Group, L3 extra help with gifting during COVID-19. SANTA YNEZ VALLEY 5 Harris and Northern Trust provided LOMPOC holiday Each child 84 submitted a special wish list to COUNTY STATUS DEATHS OVERALL / THURS. wish list gifts to 53 local children andLOMPOC families FED. United Way, and received their wish email: gmccormick@newspress.com PRISON 106 each child AT HOME 75 TESTS TO DATE SANTA MARIA 135 RECOVERED 376 TOP 3 IN COUNTIES ORCUTT 36 HOSPITALIZED 33 LOS ANGELES 23,233 NORTH UNINCORP. 25 INTENSIVE CARE UNIT 12 RIVERSIDE 4,031 RATE PER 100,000 PENDING 5 HEALTHCARE WORKERS 66 SAN DIEGO 3,564

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Northern elephant seals are y the numbers SANTA BARBARA — As 7:30 a.m., one lane: Sheffield Dr. a protected species under the The SantaofBarbara County — Grayce McCormick Marine Mammal Protection Act. a result the Highway 101Pubto N Padaro Ln. and Santa Claus KENNETH SONG / NEWS-PRESS Health Department Carpinteria to Santaannounced Barbara Ln. to Casitas Pass Rd., off-ramp They live up and down the Pacific Theatweather will on-ramp be sunnyatand in the 70s this weekend along the South Coast. new confirmed COVID-19 cases project, a new carpool lane in Evans Ave., Wallace coast and haul out on land in Thursday, bringing the county’s each direction between the two Ave. areas called rookeries, which are will force the following are confirmed COVID-19 alcities to 495. er than inon-ramp person. at Sheffield Dr. The typically populated withpositive. elephant Cottage Health, the time willcouple be closed forstill the have duration of seals year-round based on 6 pa* Of 16 patients in isolation, t closures was thespanning largest over number in The will to be frame Dec. 20with through Jan. 9. physically the project with an anticipated breeding molting cycles. tients are inand critical care. $BMJGPSOJB USVMZ NBUUFST BOE re than of a week, all but one present within Califor- by the numbers Crews will not work on Dec. in 2023. 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SANTA BARBARA — In this season of giving, employees of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices came through in a big way. Last week, a group of the Santa Barbara business’ agents handdelivered 20 Christmas trees and holiday decorations to survivors of domestic violence and their children, through the Domestic Violence Solutions for Santa Barbara County organization. Berkshire Hathaway has been WS-PRESS STAFF REPORT a corporate partner of DVS years,change and delivering nfor a many dramatic after a holiday cheer has become an dnesday night memo from the annual tradition. ifornia Police the Chiefs AssociaThis season, company also n awarded indicated that Gov. Newsom DVS with a generous uld be closing all beaches and donation of $2,150. Funds for both tethe parks, the governor indicated Christmas trees and monetary raised from Berkshire t gifts only were beaches in Orange County Hathaway’s philanthropic uld be suffering that fate. arm, The Charitable Foundation. Bottom line, that was their The fundraising effortsgot were mo. That memo never to led and coordinated by Madhu ,�Khemani. Gov. Newsom said at his daily ess conference. In the past year, DVS provided That allows Santa Barbara Counand the city of Santa Barbara to ntinue to govern the beaches ng the South Coast, which will main open, as long as physical tancing is followed. Those that are doing good work, want to reward that work,� Gov. wsom said.

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A dog statue is dressed up as Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer in the 2000 block of Garden Street in Santa Barbara.

Holiday spirit at local homes

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — in more than one way. Everyone from Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer to snow men and “Sesame Street” characters are gracing well-decorated homes in Santa Barbara

and Goleta. Here are a few of the houses with special exteriors. For more photos, see Friday’s and Saturday’s News-Press. — Dave Mason

More decorations on A4 At left, a group takes a selfie in front of a house in the 7500 block of Carlisle Way in Goleta. At right, mannequins, dressed as a UPS delivery man and a nurse, greet passersby in the 400 block of West De la Guerra Street in Santa Barbara.

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At left, Cottage Residential Center in Santa Barbara is helping those working on recovery from alcohol and drug addiction during the pandemic and holiday season. At right, “The sense of community is what people need to be pulled out of the darkness and into the light,� said Nan Schooley, one of the lead case managers at the center.

Finding light after the darkness Cottage center helps addicts during pandemic and holidays By DAVE MASON

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house. Ms. Schooley said she considers helping others to be an important part of her own recovery. She said the fact she’s a recovering addict makes her relatable to the center’s clients. “First of all, I just tell them that they never have to be alone in this and that we do this together,� Ms. Schooley said. She added she tells people that the biggest gift they can give themselves is to let go of outside stressors and focus on healing. Ms. Schooley said the center explores the underlying feelings that preceded the use of alcohol and drugs and works with the residents on developing healthier coping skills. “We look at drugs and alcohol as symptoms of an underlying condition,� she said. Ms. Schooley described the approach to recovery. “What do I need to do to take care of myself in this situation? If I can learn to focus on my sobriety first, then all the other things have an opportunity to fall into place.� She said people are sometimes reluctant to come to the center during the holidays. “They want to be with their families for the holidays, but the reality is coming in during the holidays is the biggest gift they can give their family members, who know they’re in a safe place and they’re getting help. “They’re getting to heal.�

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ou don’t have to struggle alone. Cottage Residential Center is stressing that message for those working to recover from drug and alcohol addiction during the pandemic and the holiday season. “Addiction breeds in isolation, and it’s important for people to have the support needed for recovery,� said Nan Schooley, one of the lead case managers at the Santa Barbara center, which is part of Cottage Health. “Coronavirus-related stress has accelerated the use of drugs and alcohol,� Ms. Schooley said, but noted the center can help people even during these dark times. “The sense of community is what people need to be pulled out of the darkness and into the light,� she told the News-Press. During the pandemic, the center is serving nine residents, who get their own rooms in a facility that is following social distancing and other COVID-19 protocols, Ms. Schooley said. She added that clients are relying on Zoom to virtually attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Video conferencing also can help them stay in touch with loved ones. The center isn’t taking walksin, but Ms. Schooley said people can call the center to become a resident or simply to talk and know someone is giving them support. (See the FYI box.)

You can call Cottage Residential Center 24/7 at 805-569-7422. For more information, go to cottagehealth.org.

The center has a collaborative treatment approach that includes chemical dependency professionals, licensed psychotherapists and registered nurses, with referrals to physicians who specialize in addiction medicine. The facility is open to men and women 18 and older, and insurance is accepted. Ms. Schooley knows what addicts face. “I’m in recovery,� said Ms. Schooley, who has been sober for 30 years in her recovery from alcohol addiction. “I got sober when I was 29 years old. I just turned 59. “I had struggled with recovery and ended up going to Casa Serena,� Ms. Schooley said, referring to Santa Barbara treatment center for women. She said she was scared at first to get help. “I felt so bad about myself. I was afraid to let people know that and see me,� Ms. Schooley said. But she found acceptance. After people got to know her and her struggles, they showed they were there to support her, Ms. Schooley said. Instead of being with the program for 30 days as she planned, she stayed with it for 90 days and continued at its graduate

nline socializing, connections and meetings have been a great help during this time, but for some people it can be a little daunting, usually more in an interpersonal way than with the technology. I have a secret: I am shy, even in online meetings. And before the pandemic, I was the same way socially. If I was invited to an event where I didn’t know many people — perhaps a party given by acquaintances of my other half — it was a bit scary. Most of the time I’d rather just be the guy who writes and occasionally looks up from his laptop, but we all have to interact. Right now it’s more important than ever for all of us, so here are a few socializing tips for online interactions that have worked for me and may help you as well. • Try to keep a smile on your face. This lets people know that you are open and receptive to being approached. Seeing someone smile helps the other person feel that you are safe to talk to. Smiling also sends a signal to your own brain telling you that

you are in a good place and should expect nice things to happen around you. It’s interesting that we are the only species in the animal kingdom that bares its teeth as a sign of welcome and joy. Other species do it only when they are angry or scared. • If you are talking to a small group of people who don’t already know each other, become the master of ceremonies. By that, I mean, be the one who makes sure that everyone gets properly introduced. If someone new comes along, introduce them to the group as well. This will help you get to know everyone and make conversation, though not necessarily about yourself. The other people in the group will appreciate your efforts. It makes you look like an outgoing person even if you are a little shy. • Use the other person’s name when you first meet. When you are introduced to someone, call them by name (even if you can read it on the screen). For example, imagine you are on a Zoom call, and someone introduces you to a guy named Dave. You say, “Hi, Dave. Nice

to meet you.â€? It’s a really simple action that produces some powerful results. The person you are greeting will feel more welcomed, you will remember their name after you’ve said it aloud, and you will feel more comfortable because you are on top of the situation and conversation. • The next step is to ask questions such as where people are from and what brought them to this event. The conversation will usually flow on its own from there because most folks really like to talk about themselves. In fact, some can go on and on, so learn how to move on gracefully when that happens. Using these socializing tips for Zoom can turn a potentially uncomfortable meeting or event into a pleasant one, especially for those of us who can be a little introverted. This stuff is easy — and it works — so give it a try. Barton Goldsmith, Ph.D., LMFT is an award-winning therapist and writer. He is a columnist, blogger and the author of seven books, including the newly released “Visualization For Success — 75 Psychological Empowerment Exercises To Get You What You Want In Life.â€? Reach him at barton@bartongoldsmith.com

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05",)# ./4)#%3 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2020-0002897 The following person(s) is doing business as: Econo Lube And Smog, 2258 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454, County of Santa Barbara. Sadat Corporation, 1131 S. Russell Ave. #37, Santa Maria, CA 93458; California 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/ Jamal Sadat, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on November 30, 2020. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/20, 1/5/21 CNS-3423162# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS DEC 15, 22, 29 / 2020; JAN 5 / 2021 -- 56639 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 2020-0002928. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES & INVESTMENTS, 628 VEREDA DEL CIERVO DRIVE, GOLETA, CA 93117, MAILING ADDRESS: P.O.BOX 61460, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93160. County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: ADAM O ZETTER, 628 VEREDA DEL CIERVO DRIVE, GOLETA, CA 93117. 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 12/04/2020 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: April 19, 2019. 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) DEC 22, 29/2020; JAN 5,12/2020--56670

PETITION OF: CATHERINE MODISETTE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV04110 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CATHERINE MODISETTE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: CATHERINE MODISETTE Proposed name: KHASY MODISETTE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: February 19, 2021 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 4 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press. Date: 12/17/2020 Name: Donna D. Geck, Judge of the Superior Court. DEC 22, 29/2020; JAN 5, 12/2021--56671

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 2020-0002956. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: CRANIOSACRAL SANTA BARBARA, 1823 GRAND AVENUE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: RAQUEL ROTNES, 1823 GRAND AVENUE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103. 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 12/09/2020 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Nov 02, 2020. 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) DEC 15, 22, 29/2020; JAN 5/2021--56640 PETITION OF: Dona Bigelow FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV03686 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Dona Bigelow filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Dona Bigelow Proposed name: Dona Bigelow-McCauley THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: January 12, 2021 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 3 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, ANACAPA DIVISION. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 11/18/2020 Name: Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court. DEC 1, 8, 15, 22 / 2020 -- 56612

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2020-0002770 The following person(s) is doing business as: Equus Workforce Solutions, 1410 South Broadway Suite H, Santa Maria, CA 93454, County of Santa Barbara. Arbor E&T, LLC, 805 N. Whittington Parkway Suite 400, Louisville, KY 40222; KY This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Edward M. Douglas, Manager This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on November 10, 2020. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/20 CNS-3421083# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS DEC 8, 15, 22, 29 / 2020 -- 56620 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: WILLIAM BENNETT SIMMS Case Number: 20PR00442 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: WILLIAM BENNETT SIMMS A Petition for Probate has been filed by Christine Simms in the SuPERIOR COuRT OF CALIFORNIA, COuNTy OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that Christine Simms be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 01/14/2021 at Time: 9:00 AM, in Dept.: 5, located at SuPERIoR CouRT of CALIfoRNIA, CouNTy of SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Po Box 21107, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1107, Anacapa Division. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. you may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. you may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Kristen M.R. Blabey PRICE POSTEL & PARMA LLP 200 E. Carrillo St. Ste. 400 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805 962-0011

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Bids open at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 for: STORM DAMAGE REPAIRS HOT SPRINGS ROAD NEAR THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA, CA IN THE 1ST SuPERvISORIAl DISTRICT COuNTY PROJECT No. 18115P, FEDERAl AID PROJECT No. ER 38MO(005) General project work description: Cold-planing, hot mix asphalt overlay, hot mix asphalt dike, pre-cast drainage inlets, pavement markings, traffic striping, traffic control, hydroseeding The Plans, Specifications, and Bid Book are available at https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874. The DBE Contract Goal is 13%. For the Federal Training Program, the number of trainees or apprentices is 0. Submit sealed bids to the web address below. Bids will be opened available at the web address below immediately following the submittal deadline. PlanetBids https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 Complete the project work within 35 Workings Days.

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The estimated cost of the project is $ 648,000 A optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for this project on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 10:00 AM at 361 Hot Springs Road, Montecito, CA 93108. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of PCC Section 4104, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in this chapter, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to labor Code (lAB) Section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Business and Professions Code (BPC) Section 7029.1 or by PCC Section 10164 or 20103.5 provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to lAB Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. Prevailing wages are required on this Contract. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Obtain the wage rates at the DIR website https://www.dir.ca.gov/. The federal minimum wage rates for this Contract as determined by the united States Secretary of labor are available at https://www.wdol.gov/. Copies are also available at the office of the Department of Public Works – Engineering Division, 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. If the minimum wage rates as determined by the united States Secretary of labor differs from the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and subcontractors must not pay less than the higher wage rate. The Department does not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the federal minimum wage determinations. This includes helper, or other classifications based on hours of experience, or any other classification not appearing in the federal wage determinations. Where federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination otherwise available for use by the Contractor and subcontractors, the Contractor and subcontractors must not pay less than the federal minimum wage rate that most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question. Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be submitted as a bidder inquiry by 2:00 PM on 01/22/2021. Submittals after this date will not be addressed. Questions pertaining to this Project prior to Award of the Contract must be submitted via PlanetBids Q&A tab. Bidders (Plan Holders of Record) will be notified by electronic mail if addendums are issued. The addendums, if issued, will only be available on the County PlanetBids website, https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara this project was authorized to be advertised on 11/06/2018. Scott D. McGolpin Director of Public Works DEC 22 / 2020 -- 56655

Malesky opens financial firm SANTA BARBARA — Kimberly S. Malesky has announced the opening of her 100% femaleowned financial planning and investment firm called Harmony Investment Management LLC. Ms. Malesky has more than a dozen years of experience overseeing the delivery and implementation of financial plans for high-net-worth clients. She also has an extensive background working with academic professionals, engineers, widows and divorcees. “I spend time getting to know my clients so that I can produce a well-thought-out customized plan and investment strategy to support their goals,� Ms Malesky said in a statement. “It’s a privilege to have the opportunity to guide my clients on their financial journey.� Over the last decade, Ms. Malesky has supported hundreds of successful clients and diligently works to provide continued support and investment management. She originally

Theater company presents Dickens’ classic SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara’s ETC theater group is presenting a video-streaming version of Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas� beginning on Thursday. This Christmas, you can hear Dickens’ words come to life with

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launched her career at Raytheon in Santa Barbara as a financial analyst. But she later transitioned into personal investment management and financial planning to follow her passion and work in the field in which she majored in college. — Gerry Fall the cast of last season’s production of “It’s a Wonderful Life.� This year’s virtual performance, which is free and runs from Dec. 24-28, also features music by Santa Barbara’s Douglas Clegg as well as Foley sound effects by Jeff Gardner. The cast includes Teri Bibb, Louis Lotorto, Matthew Floyd Miller, Hannah Tamminen and Peter Van Norden as Scrooge. For more information email: etcsb.org, or call 805-965-5400. — Gerry Fall

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There will be 250 electric bikes and 500 docks available for the public’s use.

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There will also be two Westside locations, according to Jesse Rosenberg, BCycle’s Regional Manager. Phase two will include docking stations on the Waterfront, Cabrillo Boulevard and continue to the Mesa, Mission, upper State Street, etc. The docks are indented to allow a smooth pedestrian flow. BCycle faced delays due to COVID-19 and the required approval of the Historic Landmarks Commission. Ms. Rosenberg said the system would have been running by October of 2020 if it wasn’t for waiting on approvals and, obviously, the pandemic. “Santa Barbara has been wanting bike share for the last 10 years,� she said. “To finally be actually taking action steps to implement the 250 bike-500 dock program this coming year has been such an instrumental step into climate change and into making other transportation options for Santa Barbara County.� Payment options for the bikes vary, but all the transactions are made through the BCycle app, where users can create an account, find directions to the closest available bike and unlock the bike. The app features expedited registration with Apple Pay and Google Pay. Residents who purchase an annual membership pay $150 for unlimited free 30-minute trips, and pay $3 for every additional 30 minutes after that. For those without a membership, the bikes are $7 every 30 minutes. Riders can also choose to pay $30 a month for a year for the membership. A team of five BCycle employees will be tasked with daily bike collection, battery charging and sanitizing the bikes daily. However, in the days of COVID-19, sanitization will be mostly up to the rider. “Most of the normal people who ride regular pedal bikes have not really tapped into electric bikes, so to be able to offer an expensive product to demographics who can’t ride these bikes or afford them, I think, is going to be such

an advantage for the community,� Ms. Rosenberg said. “I’m excited to see what BCycle brings to the future of Santa Barbara.� City Transportation Planning and Parking Manager Rob Dayton said a perk of the docking stations is that riders will probably only see one if they’re looking for one. “The nice thing about these docks is that they’re a little bit more discreet in such a nice urban environment that is really well designed, so you’re less likely to notice them,� he told the NewsPress. He said the whole point of the program is to stimulate business activity, so most of the businesses want them, but others have expressed concern with visibility and loading and unloading. There was also slight concern from other electric bike companies in the area. “We really just needed to explain that this is not a business that competes with tourists — this is a local model,� Mr. Dayton said. “The people who are going to be using these are people who are going somewhere that’s too far to walk. “If you’re on the outskirts of a neighborhood and you want to go downtown, you’ve got a membership so you get your bike and stop paying as soon as you lock it up again. That’s the beauty of it.� He added that giving the public access to electric bikes could lead to residents going and purchasing one at the local electric bike stores. Mr. Dayton said public bike ridership has gone “through the roof� in other communities during COVID-19, so he’s not particularly worried about spreading the virus, considering the bikes are outside and transmission through contact with surfaces is much lower. “If we’re going to stave off traffic congestion in the future, a significant number of Santa Barbarans are going to need to feel safer and more comfortable bicycling,� Mr. Dayton said. “It’s a good way to be more healthy and stay active. “All in all, we’re trying to preserve Santa Barbara’s quality of life and in transportation, that means less congestion and better exercise.� email: gmccormick@newspress.com

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JaQuori McLaughlin, who scored 23 points and handed out eight assists in Saturday’s 75-63 win at Pepperdine, was named as the Big West Conference’s Player of the Week.

UCSB’s McLaughlin named Big West Basketball Player of the Week By MARK PATTON NEWS-PRESS SENIOR WRITER

Coach Joe Pasternack referred to JaQuori McLaughlin as “a big-time player” after the senior guard led UCSB to Saturday’s 75-63 men’s basketball victory at Pepperdine. His league called him something else on Monday: Big West Conference Player of the Week. It was McLaughlin’s first Big West POW Award of this year and the third of his Gaucho career. He’s started all 66 games he’s played at UCSB since transferring from Oregon State after his freshman year. The 6-foot-4 guard scored 23 points — one off his career high — while making 7-of-11 shots including a three-pointer at Pepperdine. He helped the Gauchos pull away by scoring 14 in the second half. He also handed out a careerhigh eight assists. He leads the Big West in both assists per game (6.0) and assist-to-turnover ratio (4.80), ranking 28th and 18th, respectively, in those categories, nationally. McLaughlin also ranks fourth in the Big West in scoring average (18.0 points per game), fifth in field-goal percentage (55.26%), and fourth in threepoint percentage (47.62%), UCSB (4-1) will return to action on Sunday and Monday to open Big West play with consecutive games at defending champion UC Irvine. Gauchos ranked No. 8 in baseball

UCSB, which returns virtually its entire roster from last season, is ranked No. 8 in Collegiate Baseball’s Fabulous 50 NCAA Division 1 Preseason Poll presented by Big League Chew bubble gum. It is the highest preseason ranking in the program’s history. “Obviously, the game isn’t played on paper, but we like our group and are anxious to get on the field and test ourselves against outside competition,” coach Andrew Checketts said. The Gauchos were 13-2 last year, with wins over No. 1 UCLA and three straight over nationally ranked Oregon State, when the rest of the season was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NCAA granted all players an extra season of eligibility, prompting all of UCSB’s players to return. It’s pitching staff posted an earned run average of 1.84 to tie Vanderbilt for best in the nation.

Returning from its starting rotation is Santa Ynez High graduate Zach Torra (3-0 record, 0.36 ERA, 39 strikeouts in 25.1 innings), Michael McGreevey (2-0, 0.99 ERA, 26 strikeouts in 27.1 innings), Rodney Boone (21, 2.53 ERA, 31 strikeouts in 21.1 innings) and Conner Roberts (40, 2.04 ERA, 24 strikeouts in 17.2 innings). The Gauchos, who were defending Big West champions, outscored their opponents 9633 last season. They have a combined record of 58-13 the last two seasons. Florida was ranked No. 1 in the preseason poll, followed by Vanderbilt, UCLA, Texas Tech, Mississippi, Miami (Fla.), LSU and then UCSB. Also ranked from the West were Arizona (10th), Arizona State (15th), Pepperdine (33rd), UC Irvine (42nd), Long Beach State (44th), Oregon State (49th) and Stanford (50th). Among those receiving votes were Big West members Cal State Fullerton, UC San Diego, Cal State Northridge and Cal Poly. Westmont falls to Pacific, 92-64

Westmont men’s basketball started fast but could not keep Pacific off the backboards in a 92-64 defeat to the Tigers at Murchison Gymnasium on Sunday. The Warriors counted the game as an exhibition. Pacific won the rebounding battle, 57-29. “I thought they made good adjustments to what we were getting, but they’re a tough team to play,” Westmont coach Landon Boucher said. “They slow it down and they’re also bigger, so we had a hard time speeding the game up, especially when we got down.” Senior transfer Ajay Singh scored all 12 of his team-high points in the second half. Abram Carrasco added 11 points. Sunday marked the first time Westmont men’s basketball played host to an NCAA Division I opponent since Jan. 27, 1972, when the Warriors overcame a 16-point deficit to defeat No. 14 Hawaii, 90-89. That game was played the night after head coach Tom Byron passed away from terminal cancer. The next game on the Warriors’ schedule is their Golden State Athletic Conference opener at Hope International on Jan. 23, although they are still trying to add contests. email: mpatton@newspress.com

Jill Mott, the Santa Barbara Foresters’ Hugs for Cubs Kid in 2019, reported that she has finished her treatment for leukemia and is now cancer-free. She is flanked by her parents, Aime and Blair.

By MARK PATTON NEWS-PRESS SENIOR WRITER

The Santa Barbara Foresters heard only their own cheers last summer despite winning their eighth National Baseball Congress World Series championship. The COVID-19 pandemic kept Pershing Park empty all summer. But the local summer collegiate club brought holiday cheer to the Central Coast last week by delivering Christmas trees and lights, presents, books, and gingerbread houses to families battling serious illness and misfortune. “One gal had tears in her eyes while bringing her tree inside,” said Bill Pintard, the Foresters’ manager for the last 26 years. “I asked a guy in my broken Spanish about it, and he said she’d never had a tree before … that they could never afford one.” Compass Real Estate and John Nesbit helped sponsor the event for the fourth straight year and deliver trees, many of which were donated by Ed Miller at Anthony’s Trees. “The families were all so grateful,” Pintard said, “and doing this really helped me bone up on my Spanish.” The club received its own present while visiting the home of Jill Mott, its Hugs for Cubs Kid for 2019. Mott, the daughter of Blair and Aime Mott, told the Foresters that she had finished her leukemia treatment and was now cancer-free. “It was so great to see Jill and to see her so happy,” Foresters president Christina Songer said. “She has worked so hard, and we were just happy to be able to help her and her family through their journey to health. “And she told us she just learned to ride a bike, too.” Although the Motts already had a tree, Pintard gave them lights for decoration as well as a gingerbread house. “We take our good fortune for granted, but this was so rewarding,” he said. “It’s as good as getting any trophy.” Pintard’s son Eric, who both pitched and coached for the Foresters, started the Hugs for Cubs program after coming down with cancer himself. He passed away from the disease in 2004. But his dad carried on the torch. Eric’s sister, Kelby, even started a Hugs for Cubs chapter at Santa Barbara High when she attended

“The Hugs program is our chance to give back.” Bill Pintard, Foresters manager

the school. “We remember Eric and try to pass on his spirit and courage and attitude to anyone who needs our help,” Songer said. The Foresters’ players and staff take the Hugs for Cubs children and their families to such summer events as Major League Baseball games, bowling at Zodo’s, a Surf Day, and the United Way Fun in the Sun Camps. “We want our players to become great people and great baseball players,” Pintard said. “The Hugs program is our chance to give back

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Bill Pintard, manager of the Santa Barbara Foresters since 1995, delivers a Christmas tree to a Central Coast resident as part of the club’s Hugs for Cubs program.

to the people who support us on the field. “And remember, these kids facing cancer are tougher than any of our guys staring down a nasty curveball.” The players and coaches also make hospital visits in both Wichita, Kan. — site of the NBC World Series — and Santa Barbara. “It was too bad that we couldn’t go to any hospital this year because of COVID, but we’ll be

back in the swing of things next year,” Pintard said. The Foresters’ two big fundraisers — a golf tournament and Hall of Fame Banquet — are tentatively scheduled for February. The pandemic, however, has put those events in jeopardy. Those who wish to donate to Hugs for Cubs can find information on the team’s website: sbforesters.org. email: mpatton@newspress.com

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PS5 consoles few, far between and costly gifts

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of enhanced unemployment benefits. The income criteria for these checks reflects that of the first round earlier this year. The package also includes rental assistance in the amount of $25 billion and extended the eviction moratorium until Jan. 31, 2021, along with strengthening the Low Income Housing Tax Credit. There will be $13 billion for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program as well. For small businesses, $284 billion will be provided for Paycheck Protection Program loans, including expanded eligibility for nonprofits, local newspapers and TV and radio stations. There will also be $15 billion reserved for live venues, independent movie theaters and cultural institutions. Ten billion dollars will go to child care centers to help providers safely reopen. The package will put $68 billion toward purchasing and distributing COVID-19 vaccines and conducting testing, with $20 billion making the vaccine available at no cost for anyone who needs it by providing it to the states to assist with testing and contact tracing programs. A new Emergency Broadband Benefit contains $7 billion to increase access to broadband Internet for families and unemployed workers to afford the broadband they need during the pandemic. Transportation-related assistance made the package in the amount of $45 billion,

really really well,” he said. Because people are staying home, they are buying games, puzzles and collectibles to stay entertained. Sports cards, a product he had dismissed, made a comeback. And four to five months ago, he noticed a lot of people purchasing Pokemon products. “We had many people coming off the street that we had never seen before asking about Pokemon. It brought in a whole new resurgence,” he said. “It’s hard to predict what will do well and what doesn’t.” Unless, of course, it’s game consoles. Many have predicted the popularity of the PlayStation 5 and taken to Facebook Marketplace to sell consoles they preordered. One local seller, who asked to remain anonymous, knew the PlayStation 5 would be big when Sony revealed the console to the press. The seller bought over 20 and compiled a spreadsheet to keep track of sales. Most are already sold, and the few left are priced from $850-900 on Facebook Marketplace. Some have bought the console for themselves, but others have said it’s a gift for a boyfriend or son. It was a new endeavor, profiting off of a popular game. “There hasn’t been any other time like this, with the whole COVID situation. It has sort of an overwhelming effect,” the seller said. The answering machine of the Target in Goleta, at 6865 Hollister Ave., says PlayStation 5 consoles will only be available online. “Our teams are unable to provide item availability at this time,” it says. The game system, like many other gifts and toys, is unavailable through major retailers.

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Many have predicted the popularity of the PlayStation 5 and taken to Facebook Marketplace to sell consoles they pre-ordered.

including: $16 billion for airlines to pay salaries of workers and contractors; $14 billion for mass transit agencies; $10 billion for highways; and $1 billion for Amtrak. Funding for schools and universities to assist with reopening includes $82 billion, with more than $54 billion for K-12 education and $22.7 billion for colleges. The bill repeals a ban preventing incarcerated students from qualifying for Pell grants. The bill provides $13 billion for farmers and agriculture. Rep. Salud Carbajal voted to pass the relief package, and worked together to craft the framework the package was built on as a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. “Each day, more businesses on the Central Coast and across the country are forced to close and lay off their workers. Families are facing eviction and food insecurity, kids are falling behind in school, and hospitals are swelling with patients. Today, I’m pleased to say that more help is on the way,” said Rep. Carbajal. “I’m glad we were able to rise above the gridlock that so often plagues Congress and finally deliver the relief Central Coast residents needed months ago. “This package is far from perfect, but it is a crucial down payment to meet our nation’s immediate needs. I will keep fighting for more support as needed so we can get through this pandemic and back on our feet.”

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Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows. Maricopa 61/35

Guadalupe 60/40

Santa Maria 64/40

Vandenberg 59/42

New Cuyama 63/31 Ventucopa 61/44

Los Alamos 65/38

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Buellton 63/38

Solvang 65/35

Gaviota 63/40

SANTA BARBARA 65/40 Goleta 64/40

Carpinteria 63/42 Ventura 62/45

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A sign inside the Target in Goleta, at 6865 Hollister Ave., advertises a game for PlayStation 4 and 5. The PlayStation 5 is unavailable in stores and is in high demand across the country.

Santa Barbara through 6 p.m. yesterday

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77/36 63/40 80 in 1953 28 in 1998

PRECIPITATION

TURNER, Betty Ann Schiff Betty Ann Schiff Turner of Santa Barbara passed away on December 10, 2020. Betty was born in Los Angeles on November 29, 1927, to Forest Haines Gillespie and Dr. Mary Akey Gillespie. She graduated from the Marlborough School and then studied Art History at Stanford University. She transferred to UCLA where she pledged Kappa Kappa Gamma.

MOREY, Lorraine Giorgi Bosio

Lorraine Giorgi Bosio Morey age 87 passed into the kingdom of Heaven on December 9, 2020 Born in Santa Barbara on November 16, 1933, to Mario & Lena Giorgi (Deceased). Lorraine attended local schools and graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1951. She was active in local politics and campaigned in her younger years for causes and candidates of conservative ideas. Her charity work always involved children. She was one of the charter members on the Board of Directors of Calm.

Betty had three wonderful husbands in her long life. She married Arius Van Tienhoven in 1950, moving to his native home in The Netherlands for three years before his passing. Betty then married Eric Schiff, and they enjoyed thirty-seven years together filled with adventurous travel, sailing, and raising their children in Palos Verdes Estates until Eric’s passing in 1989. Betty married David Turner in 1992 and shared twenty years of outdoor adventures, cruises, and several peaceful years together at The Samarkand Retirement Community in Santa Barbara until David’s passing in 2014.

One could always find her working in her beautiful garden, she felt touched by God in watching things grow which brought joy to everyone. She loved and cared for her family as she did her friends and neighbors. That was life’s greatest reward. She had deep feelings of duty, giving, and caring for the needs of others. To love and be loved was the greatest gift life has to offer.

Always lovers of nature, travel, and adventure, Betty and Eric Schiff voyaged on an eleven-month family sailing adventure in 1966 throughout the South Pacific aboard their 91-foot ketch, the Sans Souci. Upon returning to Palos Verdes Estates, Betty actively worked as a volunteer for her church as well as the National Charity League. She also was a Girl Scout Mariner troop leader, where she organized numerous memorable trips including backpacking down the Grand Canyon and in the Sierras and canoe expeditions on the Colorado River. Betty supported and coordinated her children throughout highly active childhoods, which included team sports, sailing, golfing, backpacking, and painting. She loved to paint and taught drawing and art at The Samarkand.

She was a loving mother of Justin Bosio whom she referred to as her greatest reward in life. She was also the mother of Michael Mario Bosio, a deceased son whom she never forgot. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law Cheryl Bosio. The light of her life was her loving grandchildren, Justine Bosio Schneider (Leo), Sheldon Bosio (Nicole) and Lindsay Bosio. The love, pride and rewards from her children and grandchildren made her life complete.

Betty trekked in the Himalayas and backpacked with the Sierra Club in California and northern Mexico in her mid-60’s. Betty’s extended family included lifelong friendships with several other couples as “The Cannon Classic.” The group was known for its legendary parties and for fostering similar lasting friendships among their children. Betty was beloved as “Oma” by her grandchildren, who will always remember her genuine interest in following and supporting their various pursuits. Betty is survived by her children: sons Arius (Jean) Schiff, Eric (Lissa) Schiff, Emile (Lynn) Schiff, and daughters Marina (Andy) Fleming, Suzanna Tomlin, son-in-law John Katenkamp; eleven grandchildren: James (Helen) Katenkamp, Alexander (Emily) Tomlin, Jessica Tomlin, Claire (Peter) Thompson, Camille (Josh) Martin, Corey (Stacey) Schiff, Kimberly (Richard) Fogel, Trevor (Denise Martinez) Schiff, Alexis Schiff, Tommy (Amanda) Fleming, Katie (David) Johnson; and six great-grandchildren: Lydia and Oliver Katenkamp; Bobby and Lucy Schiff; Richie Fogel, and Eivin Fleming. Betty also is survived by family members from her marriage to David Turner: David (Dianne) Turner, Jr., Joan (Allan) Pont, and Sean (YiOu Wang) Pont. She was preceded in death by her parents Forest and Dr. Mary Gillespie, her brother, Forest Gillespie, Jr., and daughter, Penny Katenkamp. Betty was especially blessed to have the dedicated companionship of her most loving daughter-in-law, Jean Schiff, who provided constant support and friendship throughout Betty’s recent years in Santa Barbara. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the caring and compassionate nursing staff at Brandel Hall at The Samarkand and the Visiting Nurses Association of Santa Barbara. A private graveside ceremony memorial service will be held at Forest Lawn-Glendale on December 22, 2020. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Doctors Without Borders and the American Red Cross.

Lorraine was a fantastic decorator and had an eye for detail. She was proud of her Italian heritage and enjoyed cooking delicious meals for her family gatherings. She was a positive, quick witted, energetic individual.

She is also survived by her nieces Claudia Wilberger (Gary), Robin Wilberger, Christine McAfee (William), Rachael and Nina, nephew Robert Postel, cousins Dennis Feeley (Connie) and Annette Mendez. “To see a Child smile, to hear the innocent laughter of play, to keep a child safe and loved is the future of our great country.” Due to the current pandemic situation funeral services will be held on January 11, 2021 at 11:00 am at Calvary Cemetery. A special thank you to Dr. Rosenblum, Dr. Blount, The Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, and the Girls at the infusion center.

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POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind west-southwest at 4-8 knots today. Wind waves 1-3 feet with a southwest swell 2-4 feet at 16-second intervals. Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind west-southwest at 4-8 knots today. Wind waves 1-3 feet with a southwest swell 2-4 feet at 16-second intervals. Visibility clear.

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR TIDES Date Time High Time Dec. 22 Dec. 23 Dec. 24

4:39 a.m. 4:17 p.m. 5:15 a.m. 5:39 p.m. 5:47 a.m. 6:49 p.m.

4.5’ 3.2’ 4.7’ 3.1’ 5.0’ 3.2’

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2.1’ 1.2’ 1.5’ 1.6’ 0.9’ 1.9’

AT BRADBURY DAM, LAKE CACHUMA 60/41/c 57/31/pc 45/19/c 54/21/s 65/57/c 58/34/s 71/46/c 58/37/s 55/36/pc 71/50/c 44/6/s 55/31/s 64/44/pc 59/33/s 60/40/s 71/50/c 70/54/c 71/46/c 73/48/c 64/34/pc 57/31/s 70/51/c 59/42/s 61/39/pc 71/43/c 69/50/c 40/16/s

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 southwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a west-northwest swell 2-4 feet at 12 seconds. Visibility clear.

TIDES

LOCAL TEMPS Today Hi/Lo/W 63/31/s 64/40/s 63/38/s 61/40/s 64/40/s 65/39/s 59/42/s 62/45/s

MARINE FORECAST

SANTA BARBARA CHANNEL

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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 124,952 acre-ft. Elevation 727.46 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 16.2 acre-ft. Inflow 31.5 acre-ft. State inflow 0.0 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -68 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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