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SB elementary schools to reopen next week By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara Unified School District board approved the reopening of elementary school campuses during its meeting Tuesday evening. Students will begin a hybrid learning schedule Monday. The state approved Santa Barbara County schools for reopening earlier Tuesday. Schools will welcome students in phases starting with the youngest grades. The district sent a notice to secondary-school teachers Tuesday to return to campus

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The Board of Supervisors discussed the need to provide alternative housing for homeless individuals living in encampments during their meeting Tuesday. The supervisors voted to adopt the Phase II Community Action Plan to Assess Homelessness, which sets targeted goals for addressing homelessness in the county. Shown here is an encampment at Pershing Park in Santa Barbara.

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Santa Barbara County officials are moving forward with their plan to address homelessness. During a special meeting of the Board of Supervisors Tuesday, officials motioned to approve the adoption of a Phase II Community Action Plan to Assess Homelessness, which establishes targeted goals and strategies for ending homelessness in Santa Barbara County. The Phase II plan identifies key actions to address homelessness in the county through five strategies, which includes increasing access to safe and affordable housing, delivering tailored supportive services, building a collective action plan, strengthening support systems and building provider capacity to address the needs of specific populations. The plan sets targeted goals for ending homelessness among specific populations, like homeless youth, veterans and families. By December 2021, Community Services is aiming to end homelessness among veterans. In a 100-day challenge to end veteran homelessness, officials were able to permanently house 46 of the 210 homeless veterans in Santa Barbara County. “Ending homelessness among veterans is an achievable, system-level goal,” Dinah Lockhart,

deputy director of housing and community development division, said Tuesday. She noted that though the department may have been shy of the 100-day goal to house 75 veterans, officials are “optimistic they will reach that goal even if it takes longer than 100 days.” The adoption of the Phase II plan comes at a time when the population of unsheltered persons is rising in Santa Barbara County. This, in part, is due to a decrease in shelter capacity during the pandemic, Kimberlee Albers, homeless assistant program manager for the county’s Community Services Department said Tuesday. In order to comply with social distancing and COVID-19 restrictions, many shelters in the area were forced to decrease capacity to provide adequate space for congregants to stay apart. The county will usually conduct a Point-inTime count annually, but due to the pandemic, the Community Services Department did not conduct a physical count this year. Instead, the county used data systems and previous point in time counts to estimate the population of unsheltered persons, which they determined is around 1,662 individuals. The county was able to conduct a count of sheltered peoples in January, and Ms. Albers said about 407 individuals were sheltered in long-term facilities, while 126 were being housed in temporary shelters. A number of unsheltered individuals in the

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Santa Barbara City Council extends COVID-19 relief City’s emergency ordinance extended for additional year By GRAYCE MCCORMICK NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to extend the city’s emergency ordinance related to the COVID-19 pandemic by one year to March 8, 2022. City staff will now work to negotiate with city tenants who have proven financial hardship and an inability to meet the financial obligations of their lease, and accept rent by a hold-over tenant and allow continuation of tenancy on a month-to-month basis for the repayment of deferred rent. Staff originally recommended extending the emergency ordinance to Sept. 8, 2021, but council members requested a calendar year in order to be prepared for extended health orders and to give local businesses peace of mind.

“I think it does help now that we do have some parklet guidelines and people are making investments. That does give some security in that,” Council member Kristen Sneddon said. Council member Eric Friedman echoed support of the year extension as well. “I think we’d probably end up getting there anyways,” he said. “It gives us certainty to businesses and tenants and property owners out there to negotiate that.” In addition to extending the ordinance, the council also removed the 5% cap originally included in the amended ordinance recommended by staff, which said that amendments to a lease may not result in a cumulative reduction in the value of the lease to the city of more than 5% over the Please see council on A4

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county live in encampments under bridges, near creeks or outside of neighborhoods. The large population of encamped individuals is an area of concern for all districts, the supervisors said Tuesday. “It baffles me that we allow this kind of suffering so close to where we sleep at night,” said Bob Nelson, board chair and 4th District supervisor. One of the main roadblocks to ending homelessness in the county is the lack of affordable housing currently available, officials said. According to Ms. Lockhart, “there is not currently enough affordable and permanent supportive housing to meet the need to permanently address homelessness.” Despite the increase in temporary beds and permanent residences in the past 10 years, there is just not enough available to meet the current need, Ms. Lockhart said. In response to this, the supervisors said Tuesday they would begin to search for places in their respective districts where additional housing can be built in the coming months and years to address the shortage. First District Supervisor Das Williams said his area already has two sites mapped out. “Let’s use them,” he said. Though building more housing would provide a solution to part of the homelessness issue in the county, Public Defender Tracy Please see HOMELESS on A4

March 9 in preparation for inperson learning. Junior high and high schools may reopen when the case rate declines to seven daily cases per 100,000 people. As of Tuesday, the county’s adjusted case rate was 16.9 per 100,000. Secondary-school families will confirm their choice of in-person or distance learning this week. In the hybrid schedule, half of the students will attend campus Monday and Thursday while the other half is in-person Tuesday and Friday. “There will be staggered arrivals and departures but as Please see SCHOOLs on A2

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Santa Barbara County confirms 64 new COVID-19 cases, two deaths By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported 64 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, increasing the county’s total to 31,630 cases. Officials consider 435 cases still infectious. Public Health also recorded two deaths with COVID-19 listed as the cause or a significant condition. A total of 398 Santa Barbara County residents have died with the virus significantly contributing, officials said. One of the deceased was at least 70 years of age, and the other was between 50 and 69 years. Both had underlying health conditions. Santa Barbara was home to one of the deceased, and the other resided in an unincorporated area of Goleta. The county’s adjusted case rate was 16.9 per 100,000 as of Tuesday, and its testing positivity rate was 6%. The lowered adjusted case rate allows schools TK through grade six, with approved safety plans, to return to in-person

learning as early as today. “COVID-19 is largely transmitted in the community and not in a TK-6 school setting. When everyone does their part to follow the safety guidelines and protocols, our children can return to school in a safe environment for themselves and for school staff,” Dr. Henning Ansorg, health officer for the county Public Health Department, said in a statement. Santa Barbara County remains in the purple tier. Santa Maria recorded the most cases Tuesday, at 24 cases. It has a total of 10,681 cases, and 146 cases are active. Santa Barbara detected 12 cases, which brings its total to 5,850 cases, and 106 cases are still infectious. Orcutt confirmed seven COVID-19 cases. Its new total is 1,661 cases, and 25 cases are active. Both the city of Goleta and the unincorporated area of the Goleta Valley and Gaviota counted five cases Tuesday. Goleta has a total of 1,635 cases of which 25 are active; the

unincorporated area has a cumulative 1,089 cases of which 18 are active. The following areas also reported daily cases: Lompoc, four cases (3,302 total, 33 active); Isla Vista, two cases (1,203 total, 21 active); and the Santa Ynez Valley, two cases (938 total, 18 active). Hospitals across Santa Barbara County are treating 76 COVID-19 patients, and 17 of those patients are in critical care. The county has 35.5% of its ICU beds available. A cumulative 1,332 health care workers have contracted COVID-19. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is caring for 30 patients with COVID-19 symptoms, and seven of those patients are in critical condition. It has 15.6% of ICU beds available. Just four COVID-19 patients at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital are utilizing a ventilator, and 93 ventilators remain available.

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Superintendent Hilda Maldonado acknowledged the extra effort from teachers prior to reopening. The district is giving two extra days of pay to teachers. referencing the changes the district has already made to class rosters. She said requests to switch from distance will be handled “case by case, school by school, class by class.” Today, the district is sending letters to families that have previously received bus transportation. The letters will confirm if families still want the service provided and explain precautions. Wednesdays, all students learn from home with online aid from paraprofessionals and other teachers. The district’s grab-and-go lunch program will continue each day. Karen McBride, Santa Barbara Teachers Association president, expressed concerns in a public comment.

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far as the beginning of the day to the end of the day, it will be pretty similar to pre-pandemic,” Ana Escobedo, assistant superintendent of elementary education, told the board. Parents will receive specific information regarding arrival and departure. During the days off campus, students will work at home. Both halves come together each morning, either in-person or through Zoom, to check in with the teacher. Families already confirmed their choice between in-person and distance learning. Ms. Escobedo assured the board that students can easily switch from in-person to distance learning, but transitioning from distance to in-person will be based on availability. “There has been a lot of reorganization that has happened in order to provide parents what they need for their students,” she said,

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and learning in classrooms is a huge step in the right direction,” Superintendent Trevor McDonald said in a news release. Families may also choose distance learning. The district will share cohort, class and teacher assignments Monday. Public health officials approved Lompoc Unified’s COVID-19 safety plan, and it is posted on the district’s website. It requires masks and social distancing. Recess is limited to play within cohorts. “We want to remind families of the importance of screening their children for symptoms

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and third grade as well as the remaining Special Day Class students will return. Grades four through six will join March 22. Families are currently voting on their preferred instructional model. Students will either have two full days on campus per week or four half days. The parent survey closes at 8 a.m. Wednesday, and the district will announce the selected instructional model Wednesday afternoon. “We are excited to be able to have our students back on school campuses. Even though it will be different than traditional school, having kids on campus

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COLLEGE ROUNDUP Local high schools hope to start playing Big comeback keeps Westmont unbeaten in volleyball football by March 26 GSAC honors By MARK PATTON

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Local high school football could resume full-scale workouts next week and start playing games by March 26 in a best-case scenario discussed by Channel League athletic directors. “There is a thought of playing four games, and a scrimmage the week before,” San Marcos A.D. Abe Jahadhmy said following a video conference between the league’s administrators on Tuesday. “It’s all up in the air. We will meet again next week.” They called Tuesday’s conference after the California Department of Public Health released new guidelines for youth and high school sports on Friday. High-contact sports such as football, which have been allowed only conditioning workouts without equipment, can open official practice once a county reaches a COVID-19 case rate of 14 or lower per 100,000 residents. Santa Barbara County’s case rate dropped to 16.9 per 100,000 in Tuesday’s count. “If we get there by March 9, we could get four games in,” Santa Barbara High A.D. Todd Heil said. “If by March 16, then three games. “Every Tuesday (when COVID numbers are released) for the next few weeks is going to be a nerve-wracking day.” Bishop Diego High A.D. Aaron Skinner, whose football team competes in the Camino League, said student-athletes and their families are constantly asking where they can access the county’s COVID case rate. “Everyone’s been waiting on the edge of their seat for so long that everyone’s ready to dive in and do what they need to do to make this happen,” he said. “I’ve said this all along, that even if we can only get one game in, it is worth it to our seniors who have been dedicated to this school and community for the last four years. “They started off their time at Bishop either watching or being a part of a State Championship. They deserve the opportunity to end their senior season on the field, not on the practice field. “We also have a number of underclassmen who have goals to play at the next level, so any film is incredibly valuable for them to have an opportunity to achieve that goal.” The Channel League, which had formed an association that mixes its schools with the Ventura County’s Pacific View League, will revert to its former alignment of all-Santa Barbara County schools (Santa Barbara, San Marcos, Dos Pueblos, Santa Ynez, Lompoc and Cabrillo) for this spring. The situations at Bishop Diego and Carpinteria, which competes in the Citrus Coast League, are more complicated since their conference rivals are all outside Santa Barbara County. Skinner said the Cardinals are still awaiting approval from Ventura County to compete against Camino League rivals St. Bonaventure, Camarillo, Moorpark and Newbury Park. “If we get the green light on March 2, then we could complete a five-game season,” he said. “We’d love an opportunity to schedule some more local games given the circumstances.” The Citrus Coast League actually spans three counties. “Even though the state guidelines allow schools from adjacent counties to play, counties have not permitted it to date,” Carpinteria A.D. Pat Cooney said. “Our cross-country

team just missed a no-contact time trial event held at Nordhoff because Ventura County Public Health denied appeals.” The Channel League will begin an abbreviated crosscountry season on Saturday when Dos Pueblos plays host to Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez races against Cabrillo. Other dual meets have been scheduled for March 6 between Santa Barbara and San Marcos, as well as Santa Ynez and Lompoc. March 13 will feature meets between San Marcos and Dos Pueblos as well as Lompoc against Cabrillo. There will be no league championship meet or CIF postseason competition. Cooney said that Ventura County Public Health would open the door for Carpinteria to compete in the CCL once Santa Barbara County reaches the 14 cases per 100,000 threshold. “Still, some districts have said that their school will not have transportation beyond county lines,” he added. The late start of the fall sports season has created other logistical problems for local athletic directors. “Scheduling field space will be a challenge with the overlap of football with the spring sports,” Dos Pueblos A.D. Dan Feldhaus pointed out. The stadiums at San Marcos, Santa Barbara and Dos Pueblos will be jammed with the practices and games for football, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls lacrosse, and track and field. Jahadhmy said San Marcos will need to use field space at local junior high schools since 18 of its varsity and underling programs call Warkentin Stadium home. “Staging actual football practices and games is going to be quite challenging under the updated guidelines,” Heil said. “But I know our coaching staff and our athletes are willing to do whatever it takes to get the opportunity to get some games in.” Cooney said the overlap issues at Carpinteria are not solvable. “We simply do not have the facilities nor the students to support 18 simultaneous programs,” he said. “The release of the state guidelines just exacerbates the issue.” The Channel League’s athletic directors plan to seek guidance from the district about how to administer COVID-19 testing for athletes and coaches. “Safety for our players, coaches, staff is of utmost importance,” Feldhaus said. The Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District sent a letter to parents announcing that it would begin its testing next week if the county reaches the 14-per100,000 threshold. “It has been hard having uncertainty whether we would have a season or not,” Jahadhmy said. “At least now we know and we are all preparing to get back and play some games. “The players and coaches are happy and excited about being able to play again. It is important to get games this season, especially for our seniors.” Emotions are also riding high at Santa Barbara High with the anticipation of unveiling the reconstructed Peabody Stadium. “There’s definitely a sense of excitement to get back in pads and on the field given that Friday’s updated guidelines have an attainable metric,” Heil said. “It’s up to us as a community now to help get us there so these student-athletes can compete this year.” email: mpatton@newspress.com

High-contact sports such as football, which have been allowed only conditioning workouts without equipment, can open official practice once a county reaches a COVID-19 case rate of 14 or lower per 100,000 residents.

It was a banner Tuesday for Westmont College’s Patty Kerman and Sydney Dunn. The junior pair were named Players of the Week by the Golden State Athletic Conference before rallying the undefeated Warriors to a 3-2 women’s volleyball victory at San Diego Christian. Fourth-ranked Westmont (6-0, 3-0 GSAC) pulled out a 27-29, 18-25, 25-23, 25-18, 15-9 victory. Kerman had 17 kills in 47 attacks with just two hitting errors for an attack percentage of .319. Lexi Malone, who got the gamewinning kill in a third set that had been tied at 21-all, added 13 kills. Dunn led in assists with 32 and in service aces with two. Kerman earned Player of the Week honors after leading the Warriors to a pair of 3-0 sweeps over Vanguard. The junior opposite hitter pounded 10 kills on Feb. 16 and 13 more on Feb. 18. Dunn received the setter award after recording 17 assists with two aces in the first match and 19 more in the second contest. Kerman leads Westmont and ranks second in the GSAC with an average of 3.63 kills per set coming into Tuesday’s match. “Patty was pretty much unstoppable in those two matches against Vanguard,” coach Ruth McGolpin said. “When I rewatched the tape, I heard the announcers continuously saying Patty’s name over and over again, because Vanguard really didn’t have a way to stop her.” Kerman made just one error in 50 attack attempts. “Patty was hitting line, hitting deep corners, and hitting the seam,” McGolpin said. “And she did it both days. Her confidence has just continued to grow since nationals last year.” Dunn leads the GSAC with an average of 5.88 assists per set. “She worked her tail off in the summer, preparing for the season, and this is just a testament to the work she was able to put in,” McGolpin said. “From last year to now, she’s come back more confident and more composed, and I’m super excited for her to be recognized this week.” MEN’S BASKETBALL

WESTMONT 130, HOPE INTERNATIONAL 85 The Warriors ran out the last 30 seconds of the clock while just one point short of the school scoring record in their GSAC victory at Murchison Gym. The record of 131 points was set against Los Angeles Baptist — now known as The Masters — on Feb. 2, 1977. Ajay Singh led Westmont (5-4, 2-2 GSAC) with 34 points on 13-for16 shooting and 10 rebounds. Cade Roth just missed a triple-double with 14 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds. Tyler Austin also had a double-double of 10 points and 11 rebounds while Hunter Sipe had 11 points and nine rebounds. The Warriors made 14-of-24 three-pointers (58.3%), with Gyse Hulsebosch making 6-of-7 while finishing with 20 points. Jared Brown and Noah Fernando added 16 points apiece, with Brown handing out seven assists. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Berberabe named Player of the Week Westmont’s Stefanie Berberabe was named GSAC Player of the Week for women’s basketball after leading the fourth-ranked Warriors to three wins over Vanguard. The junior guard averaged 23 points per game which included a career-high 28 points in a 64-45 win over Vanguard on Feb. 16. She shot 73.8% from the field (31-42) while raising her season average to 15.3 points per game. She also averaged 5.3 rebounds in the three victories while handing out 13 assists. “I think everyone is starting to see what Stef’s been doing in practice for two years now,” coach Kirsten Moore said. “To see her at full strength, I think people are starting to see the impact she can have on a game on both ends of the floor.”

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Hot-hitting John Jensen, a former Santa Barbara High and Santa Barbara City College baseball star, received his first honor at Westmont College as the GSAC Player of the Week. Jensen led a four-game sweep of San Diego Christian, hitting .571 (8-14) with a slugging percentage of 1.214. His week included five extra-base hits including two home runs and nine runs scored. He leads the GSAC with a batting average of .548 and an OPS (on-base plus slugging percentage) of 1.722. In 12 games, he’s hit five homers and eight doubles, scored 20 runs, and driven in 12. He’s also stolen five bases in as many attempts. “He’s been a really dynamic hitter for us in the leadoff spot, and obviously he’s been the spark to our offense,” coach Robert Ruiz said. “To see him continue this stretch into our first conference weekend, with him being such a tough out at the plate, has been huge for us.”

debut today at No. 18 UCLA. “Playing Pac 12 schools is always a welcome challenge,” coach Marty Davis said. “We’re very excited to get started.” The Gauchos’ Saturday opponent, Loyola Marymount, has decided to opt out of the season due to COVID-19 concerns. UCSB will play its home opener on March 5 against No. 21 Arizona. No spectators will be allowed at matches this season.

The Gauchos will be led by Joseph Guillin, who was ranked No. 27 during the fall. They will play a condensed, 12-match schedule. The Big West Conference Tournament has been moved from Indian Wells to the Great Park of Irvine on April 30-May 2. UCSB will be seeking its sixth-straight title. email: mpatton@newspress.com Westmont College’s Patty Kerman, a junior opposite hitter, was named as the Golden State Athletic Conference Women’s Volleyball Player of the Week after leading the fourthranked Warriors to a pair of victories over Vanguard.

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Freshman leads Gaucho golfers Three newcomers led UCSB into its first competition since COVID-19 canceled all NCAA competition nearly a year ago, scoring the Gauchos’ best scores in The Joust at Goose Creek Golf Club in Jurupa Valley. UCSB finished in an eighthplace tie with Cal State Fullerton in the team competition. Andrew Ricci shot one-under par in Tuesday’s final round of the two-day event, jumping from a tie for 25th place into a tie for 11th with a nine-over-par 219 in his Gaucho debut. Fellow freshman Blake McGovern was UCSB’s third-highest finisher with a 225. Junior Jacob Montes, a transfer from Palomar College, shot a 222 to tie for 23rd.

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SBCC opts out of spring sports Santa Barbara City College announced on Tuesday that it is opting out of all sports competition for the 2020-21 school year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The school had already canceled fall and winter sports, but it is now also pulling the plug on the spring sports of baseball, softball, men’s volleyball, men’s golf, men’s tennis, men’s and women’s track and field, women’s swimming and diving, women’s tennis and women’s beach volleyball. “We’re disappointed to opt out of late spring competition, but hope we can re-examine things at a later date if conditions improve,” director of athletics Rocco Constantino said. “We’re still in the most restrictive purple tier, and while numbers are improving, we have not yet been able to move out of the purple tier as a county.” He said the Vaqueros are keeping their options open for some level of competition or scrimmages between schools, “or intrasquad scrimmages among ourselves.” The CCCAA, which had set Friday as the deadline for opting out, will allow schools to opt back in this spring. “I empathize with our students, coaches and families, but the way things stand at this point, I believe this is the best option we have,” Constantino said. “It’s hard to commit to moving forward with athletics when the current COVID conditions don’t allow us to move forward with in-person academics. “I am thankful that we are open to revisiting the decision at a later date and hope that if the situation continues to improve, we may be able to take a step forward.” MEN’S TENNIS

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Macuga said during Tuesday’s meeting it is not as simple as “if you build it, they will come,” referencing the movie “Field of Dreams.” Instead, Ms. Macuga said, it often takes multiple instances of repeated contact with homeless individuals before they are willing to accept services. Ms. Albers echoed a similar sentiment during her presentation, noting that it can take 14 visits or contacts before a homeless individual is willing to be enrolled as a client. Within the county, the multidisciplinary team spearheads outreach among chronically homeless individuals, aiming to make consistent contact and alert them of services and housing solutions. Currently, outreach is being conducted in Isla Vista, Butterfly Beach, East Beach, Goleta Beach, the Milpas Street corridor, encampments in Lompoc and various sites across Santa Maria. From June through December 2020, the team provided outreach to 90 unsheltered individuals and sheltered 29 of them. “It’s really taking consistent interaction,” Ms. Albers said. “I think what we’re hearing from providers is even when they’re offering these new rapid rehousing and permanent supportive services we have, people are resistant. They feel very failed by the system multiple times.” During Tuesday’s meeting, the board also heard from Santa Barbara County Fire Chief Mark Hartwig for an update on transient-related emergency services dispatched in 2020. Last year, the fire department inspected 21 encampments and currently conducts weekly fire inspections at the Isla Vista Pallet Project, a collection of small temporary shelters near the People’s Park safe sleeping area. Moving forward, key actions in the Phase II plan for the next six months include identifying sites for additional shelter programs, increasing prevention programs for those at-risk of homelessness and ensuring a region-wide adoption and commitment to the plan. email: mhirneisen@newspress.com

DEATH NOTICE RIFFERO, Emma Mary: 99; of Santa Barbara; died Feb. 17; private services planned; arrangements by Welch-RyceHaider Funeral Chapels.

An arborist hauls away dry limbs and brush, which are hazardous in dry climates.

efore palm fronds turn crusty and beige, arborists trim the pampered palms back to a luscious green, plucking the dry fronds. Douglas Cicileo’s Tree and Arborist Services did just that at Pershing Park Tuesday before gusts of wind can sweep

the yellowed leaves throughout the park. The National Weather Service in Oxnard forecasts west winds of 15 to 25 mph this afternoon — which could shake loose high-reaching foliage. The tall trees at Pershing Park require a lift to reach the fluttering leaves. — Annelise Hanshaw

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Continued from Page A1 remaining term of the lease without consideration of any option or renewal period. “We’re not in a one size fits all moment, so to set an expectation upfront that doesn’t reflect the specificity of each business owner’s needs and situations seems to me like maybe it wasn’t smart,” Council member Meagan Harmon said. “I would hate to tie our city staff’s hands by setting a cap artificially low and then we end up in a situation where we have defaults …I trust city staff to be able to engage with each of these lessees and to understand specifics of their situations.” The council also directed staff to resolve a number of issues as it extended the ordinance, including: bicycle and pedestrian traffic issues on the State Street promenade; businesses’ issues on the section of Victoria Street between Chapala and State streets; and businesses in the 400 block of State Street which haven’t operated in the public right of way.

The ordinance will also allow the reduction or waiving of penalties associated with “delinquent business license tax payment” due to COVID-19, and allow live music and performances within outdoor food service establishments. The council also received a presentation on the city prosecutor’s enforcement assignments. Of the current case distribution, the following number of cases fell into these categories: five fire cases; 189 police; eight animal control; 22 zoning; 11 building and safety; one airport; three library; three parks and recreation; two public works; one risk management; one waterfront; 81 COVID-19 face mask; and 275 COVID-19 health orders. According to Denny Wei, the assistant city prosecutor, the “vast, vast majority” of people the prosecutor contacted regarding COVID-19 health order cases complied with the orders once they knew what they had to do. In addition, none of the face covering violations involved prosecution, meaning all were able to be handled in the educational stage.

He added that the pandemic resulted in many calls in the beginning, but in the past month and a half, there have been significantly less calls. The council also unanimously approved a resolution proposed by Mayor Cathy Murillo and Mayor Pro Tempore Oscar Gutierrez supporting Medicare For All and House Resolution 1384, and added on support for the California Legislature to consider legislation such as AB 1400, which would implement CalCare. “There are some who may say it’s outside city jurisdiction to be making this type of proclamation, but I think it is absolutely in our jurisdiction to be looking at our local residents and how this impacts them in putting this forward,” Ms. Sneddon said. Ms. Harmon added, “It’s beyond time for us to move to a system that ensures everyone, regardless of employment status or ability to pay, can have access to the care that they need. This is an important step for us, particularly in ensuring we can address the disparities that exist in our health care system.” email: gmccormick@newspress.com

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A lift brings an arborist from Douglas Cicileo’s Tree and Arborist Services to the tops of palm trees at Pershing Park Tuesday. He removed dry palm fronds, refreshing the foliage.

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This family lost our beloved Richard L. “Dick” Scoby on January 18, 2021. He died peacefully at the age of 89. Richard was born on October 27, 1931 in St. Francis, Kansas to Twila Schaefer and Lyle Scoby. His mother died when he was only four and his father was killed in action in WWII when Richard was thirteen. Richard was raised by his paternal grandparents and his two sisters, Connie and Jeannine, who have preceded him in death, were raised by their maternal grandparents. Since they were not raised together, the three of them made up for lost time by sharing many happy times together as they grew older. Richard’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Scoby, enjoyed raising their lively, happy, athletic grandson. Richard loved sports and was proud to have lettered all 4 years in track, football and basketball while attending Atwood Community High School. He was very popular in high school and was Homecoming King when a senior. After two years at Kansas State, he joined the Air Force. He married Joanne Fikan in 1952 and from this union, were born his two children, Beverly S. Scoby and Richard B. Scoby. The young family was stationed in Anchorage, Alaska. While he was living in Alaska, he became interested in real estate and made it his profession. The family relocated to Santa Barbara in 1961. He made his living in real estate for 64 plus years. Richard was a special man, who enjoyed sharing his stories. He enjoyed his many years playing golf, tennis and cards with his friends at La Cumbre. He loved skiing, socializing, dancing, watching old musicals on TV featuring Fred Astaire or Gene Kelly....“Singing in the Rain” was one of his favorites. He would rush home from school as a young man to listen to Bob Crosby and the Bobcats on the radio. He loved to dance to Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller and watch Gene Krupa play the drums, all of the Big Band era. He greatly enjoyed music. Throughout his life, he remembered his Atwood roots and special friendships which he maintained through the years; one friendship lasted 83 years. He returned many times for high school reunions and “Hot Times” celebrations with those friends. Richard married Ronda in 1989. They would have been married 32 years in March of this year. Richard was known for his love of life, his positive attitude, his sense of humor, his generous service and contributions to this community. He felt blessed to have many friends and business associates in this community. His face would light up at the sight of a “well done cheeseburger and fries” or a slice of pumpkin pie with extra whipped cream or a snickers bar headed his way. Richard had a private burial at Santa Barbara Cemetery attended by his immediate family. We would like to thank Welch-Ryce-Haider for their help at a very difcult time for us and the nurses and staff at Cottage Hospital whom cared for him in his recent three-week stay. Richard is survived by his loving wife, Ronda, his daughter Beverly S. Clark, his son Richard B. Scoby and his three grandchildren Richard J. Scoby, Lauren A. Clark and Nicholas A. Clark. We had hoped to enjoy his company, his stories and his special energy for more years ahead. He will be greatly missed and forever remain in our hearts. If you wish to make a donation in his memory, Richard appreciated the good works of The First Tee, Direct Relief, or to a charity of your choice. We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation for the kind cards and messages that we have received.

RODRIGUEZ, Arturo Flores

On Sunday, February 14, 2021, Arturo Flores Rodriguez, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at age 68. Arturo was born on June 02, 1952 in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico to Adela Flores and Candelario Rodriguez. His childhood years were spent in Durango, Mexico. He moved to Santa Barbara, CA in 1974. On November 9, 1990 he married Lupe Medina. He was a father to two sons Jorge and Jose, two daughters Kenya and Ari, and his stepchildren Claudia, Manuel, and Ricardo. Arturo worked for many successful restaurants in the Santa Barbara area, and later went on to own his own restaurant, Mai-Kai Restaurant, in Carpinteria, CA for several years. Arturo worked at Harding School preparing and serving meals to students. His dedication to students’ wellbeing drove his decision to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Arturo had a passion for cooking, gardening, and his soccer team: Las Chivas de Guadalajara. He enjoyed taking daily walks in his neighborhood with his wife and three dogs. He also loved to watch wildlife documentaries, Spanish-language lms, and to sing banda songs at the top of his lungs. He was known for his infectious smiles, patience, kindness, and fervor for life. His family is grateful to his nurses and doctors at Community Memorial Hospital who worked tirelessly to care for him. Arturo was preceded in death by his father Candelario, his mother Adela, and his brothers, Fernando and Jorge. He is survived by his wife, Lupe; his sons, Jose and Jorge; his daughters Kenya and her husband Ronnie; his daughter Ari; his stepchildren Claudia, Manuel and Ricardo; his brothers Esteban and Mario and sister Rosa; several nieces and nephews, nine grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter. Family and friends are invited to Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 27th, 2021 at the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 757 East Main Street Ventura, at 10:30 AM.

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COASTAL

Pismo Beach 73/45

COASTAL

Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows. Maricopa 70/41

Guadalupe 71/41

Santa Maria 71/41

Vandenberg 66/44

New Cuyama 72/29 Ventucopa 67/31

Los Alamos 77/37

Buellton 78/34

Solvang 79/33

Gaviota 69/45

SANTA BARBARA 67/42 Goleta 69/40

Carpinteria 65/45 Ventura 64/52

AIR QUALITY KEY Good Moderate

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

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0.00” Trace (3.27”) 6.23” (12.07”)

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STATE CITIES Bakersfield Barstow Big Bear Bishop Catalina Concord Escondido Eureka Fresno Los Angeles Mammoth Lakes Modesto Monterey Napa Oakland Ojai Oxnard Palm Springs Pasadena Paso Robles Sacramento San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Luis Obispo Santa Monica Tahoe Valley

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POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind west-southwest at 6-12 knots today. Wind waves 1-3 feet with a southwest swell 3-5 feet at 14-second intervals. Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind west-southwest at 6-12 knots today. Wind waves 1-3 feet with a southwest swell 3-5 feet at 14-second intervals. Visibility clear.

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Wind west-southwest 6-12 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a west-northwest swell 2-4 feet at 15 seconds. Visibility clear.

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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 123,031 acre-ft. Elevation 726.61 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 21.6 acre-ft. Inflow 42.3 acre-ft. State inflow 0.0 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -135 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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Members of Santa Barbara Foodies support their favorite local restaurants by sharing menus, favorite dishes, daily specials and updated operating hours with each other to help drive new business. Above are dishes from Bibi Ji, an Indian restaurant at 734 State St. (bibijisb.com).

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Facebook group helps support eateries during pandemic By MARILYN MCMAHON NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

anta Barbara Foodies was started last March by Jon Gilkeson, who grew up in Santa Barbara and is now a local real-estate agent. The Santa Barbara native is very familiar with what is happening in the area.

Zaytoon offers Lebanese dishes at 209 E. Canon Perdido St. (www.zaytoon.com).

“When everything shut down because of the pandemic, I was looking for a way to help small businesses. I found that restaurants were hit really hard, so I started Santa Barbara Foodies as a Facebook group to promote their menu items and takeout options to help them get back on their feet,” he told the News-Press. The group’s members, who now number about 400, support

their favorite local restaurants by sharing menus, favorite dishes, daily specials and updated operating hours with each other to help drive new business. “Many local mom and pop businesses have struggled to stay open during the pandemic,” said Mr. Gilkeson, a graduate of San Marcos High School in 2006 and Long Beach State University In Please see foodies on B2

Loquita Santa Barbara treats customers to Spanish dishes at 202 State St. (www.loquitasb.com).

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Continued from Page B1 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. “As businesses begin to reopen, we’ve turned the focus of our group to supporting these restaurants by helping them drive business. We want to show them that our network of foodies stands behind them during the hard times and the good.” One of the ways he gets the word out is with Zoom interviews with local restaurant owners, chefs and caterers. Among them are Convivo, Milk and Honey, Kyle’s Kitchen, Opal, Satellite SB and Cold Springs Tavern. “Members can repost the

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videos so more people can watch them,” said Mr. Gilkeson. “We also promote special events and new food items. For example, Hook and Press Donuts featured a Vanilla Rainbow Pride donut, where a portion of the sales went to the Pacific Pride Foundation.” Foodies are passionate about good food and trying new dishes, according to Mr. Gilkeson, who describes himself as a “part-time foodie.” “I’m a big grill master — barbecued ribs, steaks, burgers.

My favorite meal is stuffed peppers, corn on the cob and a caesar salad,” he said. When the bachelor dines out, he can be found at Ca Dario, Los Arroyos, Loquita, Zaytoon and Bibi Ji. “Santa Barbara is a great place for good food with the wine country nearby and organic farmers. When tourists come here, they want to enjoy the cuisine,” he said. “We frequently get questions about the best places to eat or where to get a good steak or burrito.” An avid beach volleyball player, Mr. Gilkeson enjoys camping and hiking, especially with his new pet, Jackson, a 10-month-old Golden Retriever. email: mmcmahon@newspress.com

The Community Environmental Council is hosting #CelebrateClimateLeadership, a virtual Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival set for April 22-24. It will be available to view at sbearthday.org. The virtual festival, which will be fully online again this year due to COVID-19, will feature three days of conversations with climate leaders, musical performances, art contests, inspirational speakers and opportunities on how people can help the environment. April 22 will be centered on youth leadership, April 23 will be on business leadership, and April 24 will feature a forum on community leadership. CEC will also use the three-day

event to outline and dive deeper into the organization’s plan for how Santa Barbara can address the climate crisis, according to a news release. “In 1970, 20 million Americans took to the streets and parks on the first Earth Day to learn about how they could protect the environment, creating a national shock wave that fueled rapid and impactful action,” said Sigrid Wright, the CEO of the CEC. “This is the kind of inspired action we need today, and it can happen here if we each lean in and commit — to learning, to leading and taking bold action every day toward environmental solutions.” Kathi King, Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival Director, added, “We remain committed to the idea that even though we can’t gather in person, we can

come together with amazing artists, youth activists and esteemed environmentalists to take collective action and lessen our impact on the earth.” The virtual event will feature an array of exhibitors with ecofriendly products and services. Details and registration links will be shared soon via email to past exhibitors. Groups who have not participated in the past (nonprofits and businesses) can contact Iris Kelly at earthday@ cecmail.org. The three-day program will feature messages from officials such as U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, and musical entertainment by Kenny Loggins, Jackson Gillies, Zach Gill, Glen Phillips, Tina Schlieske and others. email: gfall@newspress.com

Janski-Johnson earns Navy League Scholarship The Santa Barbara Navy League Board of Directors approved granting a USS California scholarship award to U.S. Navy spouse Jaden JanskiJohnson. It is the first such award for this command. Ms. Janski-Johnson’s spouse, MMN2 Ian Stuertz, USN is stationed on board the USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781). Ms. Janski-Johnson met her spouse

at UCSB when enrolled as an undergraduate student in their computer engineering program. Ms. Janski-Johnson wrote in her scholarship essay: “Five hundred dollars in the hands of a part-time working, sailorsupporting graduate student really can make a difference. … The difference between picking up an extra shift at work or being able to take the night off to study for an exam.”

Ms. Janski-Johnson is completing a master’s in education. She and her spouse, MMN2 Stuertz, USN reside in New England while finishing her last semester of graduate work. The USS CALIFORNIA (SSN 781) is one of 12 military adopted units that the Santa Barbara Navy League supports. — Gerry Fall

Santa Maria Joint Union holds health and wellness fair SANTA MARIA — The Multilingual and Migrant Education Program at the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District served 150 district families during its health and wellness drive-through fair Saturday. The program provided information regarding health, dental, rental assistance, healthy food and COVID-19. Families left with knowledge, hygiene kits, healthy groceries and pan dulce, or “sweet bread.” Mixteco Indigena Community

Organization Project, Community Health Centers, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo, Center for Employment Training and the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County partnered with the district for the fair. “Our families were very appreciative and excited to receive the information and boxes of food,’’ said Maribel Vargas-Meza, Multilingual and Migrant Education Program administrative assistant. Recipients are migratory

families in the district’s Migrant Education Program. “Thank you to the Migrant Program for the free resources, pan dulce and the box of food, as it will help my family a lot during these hard times. We lost our jobs last year, and it has been hard to make ends meet,” Santa Maria High School parent Merced Perez said in a news release. “We are grateful for programs like this who always prioritize family’s needs first.’’ — Annelise Hanshaw

PSHH honors Uyehara, church SANTA MARIA — Ethel T Uyehara and Bethel Lutheran Church were recognized this month at the Sierra Madre Cottages by People’s Self-Help Housing for their commitment and vision for senior housing. “We are so grateful for the support from members of Bethel Lutheran Church,” CEO & President Ken Trigueiro said in a statement. He noted that the project has been in the works for more than a decade and was realized through the supporters’ determination and devotion. In an intimate unveiling ceremony, Ms. Uyehara, a driving force behind the

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walking paths, landscaping and shared spaces, Sierra Madre Cottages is a more than two-acre development in Santa Maria developed for residents 62 and older. It is located near services, shopping, public transportation and recreation facilities. The property provides a community center, communal garden, and energy-efficient features such as increased insulation and tankless water heaters. The property is additionally served with onsite supportive services. For more information, see the video is youtu.be/ojsIctcAHlE. — Gerry Fall

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ARIES — You might have to make a choice between telling the truth and lying today, Aries. In some circumstances, this can be difficult, especially if you’re afraid you will hurt someone’s feelings. Keep in mind that a lie can take more energy than the truth. Consider what you would want the other person to do in your place. Stick to your morals and ethics even if it’s tough. TAURUS — You’re known to be kindhearted. However, being taken advantage of can happen as a result. It’s important for you to trust your instincts to prevent this from happening. If what you hear doesn’t match your feelings, trust your feelings. If you think you’re being used, try to move past it. It would be a real shame if resentment permanently squelched your giving nature. GEMINI — Your nature is intense, Gemini. You probably feel things deeply and spend a lot of time lost in thought. Yet, too much intensity can take a toll on your health and well-being. It might be time to go out and enjoy yourself. Get up from the chair and take a walk. Meet someone for lunch or do a little shopping or yoga. Find something active to do to break the monotony of your routine. CANCER — Feed your mind today, Cancer. While you no doubt enjoy being active and social, you get bored fairly quickly, too. You need a constant supply of intriguing, fresh material in order to feel your best. Explore an interesting subject or learn a new hobby. Stimulate your mind and your body will become more energetic. Use the Internet if you can’t get away. LEO — If you think you have to prove that you have something valuable to offer, Leo, consider this carefully. You’re naturally friendly and can get along with almost anyone. This may already be your strength. You have something great to bring to a crowd. Consider being yourself and not trying so hard to feel a part of things. Look at your qualities and you will prove your worth to yourself. VIRGO — Consider putting your problem-solving skills to work today, Virgo. You have a real flair for investigating situations and figuring out what happened. If something comes your way that seems mysterious, take the bull by the horns and get to the truth. If you’re baffled, use the process of elimination to narrow things down. +*#!2 +1$)"$Stick with it and you will learn

what’s what in no time. LIBRA — Libra, don’t be fooled by others who aren’t straight with you. If you don’t know the person well, trust your instincts. You tend to care for others, so it can be easy for you to feel sorry for someone and be inclined to help. Make sure that the person you help really deserves it and is telling you the whole story. Taking this extra time can save you problems later. SCORPIO — It could be easy to get carried away today, Scorpio. You might get caught up in some excitement or base your decisions on another’s word. You need to use your head on a day like this. Double-check everything and moderate your activities. Keep your limitations in mind. There’s nothing that says you can’t do whatever it is that catches your eye. Just use caution and stay safe. SAGITTARIUS — The energy that you feel today may have you so jittery that others don’t know what to do with you, Sagittarius. The day’s influences can bring a boost. You’d be wise to plan things to do to expend it all. Get busy with physical chores at work or home. Pull things out and organize, move furniture around, whatever it takes. It’s better to be productive than drive everyone crazy. CAPRICORN — Venturing into something new and different may be what you need, Capricorn. You have a very solid, practical side to your personality, but the need for excitement and adventure is likely to be just as strong. If you’ve had your nose to the grindstone recently, take some time off for fun. Visit a friend or, better yet, drive to a place you haven’t been to and explore. AQUARIUS — You may want to learn about something today, Aquarius. At work and home there’s a set schedule of what you must tend to and when. On your own time, you’re free to research anything your heart desires. Intellectual growth is something you enjoy, so why not spend time online or in the library finding out more about your favorite things? Whether cooking or genealogy, you will find something new. PISCES — If you happen to meet new people today, Pisces, be careful. Some folks appear interesting because they’re bold or dangerous. Perhaps they do things you’d never dream of doing. This may seem interesting, but it can lead to trouble and hurt you if you aren’t careful. Stick to your usual standards and ethics. If danger excites you too much, it may be time to reexamine your life and change things.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN2021-0000141 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: The Vet, 2279 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang, CA 93463 County of SANTA BARBARA Mailing Address: 2279 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang, CA 93463 - Solv Leticia Maria Obledo, 2279 Alamo Pintado Rd, Solvang, CA 93463 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 12/2020. S/ Leticia Maria Obledo This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 01/15/2021. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3/21 CNS-3426249# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS FEB 10, 17, 24; MAR 3 / 2021 -- 56801

PETITION OF: MARC ALLEN SCHNEIDER FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 20CV04369 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MARC ALLEN SCHNEIDER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: MARC ALLEN SCHNEIDER Proposed name: MARC ALLEN HARRELL 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: MARCH 16, 2021 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 3 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: 02/03/2021 Name: THOMAS P. ANDERLE, Judge of the Superior Court. FEB 10, 17, 24, MAR 3/2021--56788

CASE NUMBER: 21CV00567 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: E. JACK HIRSCH filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: E. JACK HIRSCH Proposed name: JACK E. HIRSCH 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: April 2, 2021 Time: 8:30 am Dept: SM2 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 312C EAST COOK STREET, BUILDING E, SANTA MARIA, CA 93454 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 NewsPress Date: 02/10/2021 Name: JAMES F. RIGALI, Judge of the Superior Court. FEB 24; MAR 3, 10, 17/2021--56850

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210000238. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: TRANSFORMATION BUTTERFLY PROJECT, 307 E MAIN STREET, SANTA MARIA, CALIFO 93454, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: VICKI C EDRALIN, 2460 N BALDWIN WAY, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458. 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 01/28/2021 by: E993, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jan 22, 2021. 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) FEB 3, 10, 17, 24/2021--56774

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN2021-0000153 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BOOMERS!, 2250 PREISKER LANE, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458 County of SANTA BARBARA Mailing Address: 3405 MICHELSON DRIVE, IRVINE, CA 92612 APX BOOMERS! SANTA MARIA, LLC, 3405 MICHELSON DRIVE, IRVINE, CA 92612 This business is conducted by a limited liability company The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/08/2020. APX BOOMERS! SANTA MARIA, LLC S/ TIMOTHY MURPHY, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 01/20/2021. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk [Deputy], Deputy 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24/21 CNS-3425439# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS FEB 3, 10, 17, 24 / 2021 -- 56762 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 2021-0000298. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: BIEN BONITA FASHION, 226 HILLVIEW DR, GOLETA, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: MERCY E JUAREZ, 226 HILLVIEW DR, GOLETA, CA 93117. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL, STATE OF INC,: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County ClerkRecorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 02/02/2021 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jan 27, 2021. 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) FEB 24; MAR 3, 10, 17/2021--56851

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DOROTHY FAYE OGILVIE Case Number: 21PR00060 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DOROTHY FAYE OGILVIE A Petition for Probate has been filed by ROBERT W. DUGAN in the SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that ROBERT W. DUGAN 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: 03/18/2021 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: Nathaniel G. Hannaford HANNAFORD LAW OFFICE 511 North H Street, Suite I Lompoc, CA 93436 805 717-6070 FEB 17, 24; MAR 3/2021--56835

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KATHLEEN MAYES aka KATHY MAYES Case Number: 21PR00046 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KATHLEEN MAYES aka KATHY MAYES A Petition for Probate has been filed by STEVEN C. VON DOLLEN in the SuPERIOR COuRT OF CALIFORNIA, COuNTY OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that STEVEN C. VON DOLLEN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 03/11/2021 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: JEFFREY L. BOYLE, Esq. SBN129990 1114 State Street, Suite 256, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805 962-8131 FEB 10, 17, 24/2021--56791

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Bids open at 2 PM on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 for: RANDALL ROAD DEBRIS BASIN PROJECT COUNTY PROJECT NO. SC8371 General project work description: The Project generally consists of providing water pollution control, traffic control, the establishment of haul routes, clearing and grubbing, grading, excavation and hauling of soil, rock, debris, and boulders, placement of base and RSP, CIDH piles and construction of debris rack structures, planting, and irrigation. Project location description: The WORK occurs in the unincorporated area of Santa Barbara County near Montecito, California, on Flood Control District owned property and within Public Road Right of Way. Plans, Specifications, and Bid Book are available at no charge at https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 The County encourages the participation of DBEs as defined in 49 CFR 26. You are encouraged to employ craftsmen and other workers from the local labor market whenever possible to do so. Local labor market is defined as the labor market within the geographical confines of the County of Santa Barbara, State of California.

Santa Barbara Vintners present wine-tasting series By GERRY FALL News-Press Staff Writer

The Santa Barbara Vintners is presenting a virtual winetasting series beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday with local winemaker Doug Margerum. Mr. Margerum, owner of the Margerum Wine Company, will provide an inside look into the Santa Barbara wine country. At 5 p.m. on March 3, the group will celebrate International Women’s Month with an event titled “Women Behind the Wine.” It will feature a wine tasting and the stories behind the wines from Karen Steinwachs of Buttonwood Winery, Kathy Joseph of Fiddlehead Cellars, and Lane Tanner of Lumen Wines. On March 10, the Santa Barbara Vintners will feature The Next Generation in Wine. Meet the next generation of Santa Barbara County wine making and hear about how the torch has been passed on with new passion. The winemakers featured will be announced soon. Next up will be Going Green in Wine on March 17. You are invited to join them as they sit down and taste with Vintners that share what it means to “Go Green” and why it all starts in the vineyard. The Vintners will be breaking down what it means to be sustainable in practice, organic and biodynamic farming and why it matters to you. Next on the agenda will be Natural Wines Explained on

UCSB to hold virtual COVID-19 vaccine panel ISLA VISTA — UCSB is hosting an online panel discussion and Q&A Thursday with medical and microbiology experts, focusing on the COVID-19 vaccines and other, non-pharmaceutical interventions aimed at mitigating the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Attendees are invited to submit questions ahead of time upon registering for the event. The panelists include: Carolina Arias, assistant professor of molecular, cellular and developmental biology; Stu Feinstein, coordinator for UCSB’s COVID-19 Response Team and professor of molecular, cellular

Commission to discuss race-related training SANTA BARBARA — The city of Santa Barbara Fire and Police Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday outside of its usual schedule to discuss whether training regarding the history of race and policing should be required for future commissioners.

At 5 p.m. on March 3, the group will celebrate International Women’s Month with an event titled “Women Behind the Wine.” March 24. You are invited to learn what makes a natural wine “natural,” by joining the vintners who work with low-intervention techniques, taste the wines and break down the facts and clear up the myths in the marketplace. Finally, Behind the Food in Wine Country with Frank Ostini of Hitching Post 2 & Wines will be presented on March 31. You are invited to a behind-the curtain conversation and wine tasting with wine and food legend Frank Ostini. Mr. Ostini will discuss the past, present and future wine and food trends to discover in the Santa Barbara wine country. For more information, go to sbcountywines.com. email: gfall@newspress.com

and developmental biology and the Neuroscience Research Institute; Dr. Scott Grafton, UCSB’s COVID-19 Coordinator and distinguished professor of psychological and brain sciences; Joe Incandela, vice chancellor for research and professor of physics; and Chuck Samuel, a research professor and C.A. Storke Professor and distinguished professor emeritus of molecular, cellular and developmental biology. The discussion will be moderated by Andrea Estrada, news director in the Office of Public Affairs and Communications. Visit https://tinyurl.com/fhrsyenj to learn more and register for the event. — Grayce McCormick

Both the fire and police chiefs will give monthly reports. Commissioners may make brief comments on old-agenda items or request future agenda items. To attend the meeting, go to attendee.gotowebinar.com/ register/2493943473546534159 or enter the webinar’s identification number of 130-908-363 at gotomeeting.com/webinar/joinwebinar. — Annelise Hanshaw

Submit bids to the web address below. Bids will be opened and 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 included in the Base Bid within 140 Workings Days. Complete the project work included in the Add Alternate within 20 Working Days. The estimated cost of the total for the Base Bid and Add Alternate project is $10,500,000.00 A mandatory pre-bid job walk is scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 2 PM. Bidders interested in attending are to meet at the project site located at Randall Road and East Valley Road (State Highway 192). This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, 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 Section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. For each bid all forms must be filled out as indicated in the bid documents. The entire Bid Book must be submitted to PlanetBids when you bid. 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 Bidder shall possess a Class A General Engineering Contractor license or a combination of Class C licenses which constitute the majority of the work in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 9, Division III of the Business and Professions Code at the time that the Bid is submitted. Failure to possess the required license(s) shall render the Bid as non-responsive and shall act as a bar to award of the Contract to any bidder not possessing said license. Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be submitted as a bidder inquiry by 5:00 PM on March 9, 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 PlanetBids, https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 The OWNER reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities and/or inconsistencies in a bid, and to make awards to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as it may best serve the interest of the OWNER. By order of the Board of Directors of the Santa Barbara County Flood Control & Water Conservation District this project was authorized to be advertised on January 12, 2021. Thomas D. Fayram Deputy Director, Public Works Water Resources Division FEB 17, 24 / 2021 -- 56797

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The city installed accessible pedestrian push buttons at two intersections, including here at Santa Barbara and De la Guerra streets, to aid blind and visually impaired pedestrians.

City installs traffic signal push buttons The city of Santa Barbara recently installed accessible pedestrian push buttons at the intersections of Cliff Drive and Meigs Road, and Santa Barbara Street and De la Guerra Street. These buttons aid blind and visually impaired

community members crossing city streets. To receive information when new accessible push buttons are installed, email dbailey@ santabarbaraca.gov. — Grayce McCormick