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Newsom recall qualifies for ballot By MADISON HIRNEISEN NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

Proponents of a recall effort against Gov. Gavin Newsom collected enough valid signatures to qualify for the ballot, state election officials announced Monday, marking the second time in state history a recall effort triggered an election of this kind. State officials said Monday more than 1.6 million valid signatures were collected in support of the recall, surpassing the 1,495,709 valid signatures needed to qualify for an election. A total of 2,162,774 signatures were collected in the effort, but 1,626,042 were considered valid, according to data from the secretary of state’s office. Election officials are still unsure of when the recall election will take place, but when it appears on the ballot, California voters will decide if Gov. Newsom should be recalled and who should replace him. Even before the recall effort confirmed enough verified support, a number of Republicans stepped forward to declare candidacy, including Caitlyn Jenner and former San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer. Businessman John Cox, who lost to Gov. Newsom in the 2018 governor election, and former Congressman Doug Ose are also running. No Democratic candidates have announced a campaign yet, but Gov. Newsom and his advisors have expressed confidence that he will defeat any attempt to remove him from office. “This Republican recall threatens our values and seeks to undo the important progress we’ve made — from

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised its guidelines Tuesday for outdoor mask wearing, easing outdoor restrictions for fully vaccinated residents. On Tuesday afternoon, some visitors to State Street wore masks while others walked around unmasked.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday announced revised guidelines for wearing masks outdoors, explaining that fully vaccinated individuals no longer need to wear a mask outside unless they are in a large group of people. According to the new CDC guidance, both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals can walk, run and bike outdoors and attend small, outdoor family gatherings with fully vaccinated family and friends without wearing masks. Those who are fully vaccinated can also dine outdoors with friends from multiple households unmasked. “Today is another day we can take a step back to the normalcy of before,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said during a White House briefing Tuesday. “Over the past year, we have spent a lot of time telling Americans what they cannot do, what they should not do. Today, I’m going to tell you some of the things you can do if you are fully vaccinated.” The CDC also issued an updated status for mask wearing indoors, explaining different levels of safety for vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals participating in indoor events and activities. For various activities,

like going to a hair salon, going to the shopping mall and attending an indoor worship service, the CDC labeled these activities as safe for vaccinated individuals who continue to wear a mask. Unvaccinated individuals, however, are still at risk of contracting the virus while engaging in a range of indoor activities, the CDC explained. Activities like going to an indoor movie theater, attending a full capacity worship service, eating at an indoor restaurant and bar were among the activities labeled safe for those vaccinated but “least safe” for those unvaccinated. While addressing reporters outside the White House Tuesday, President Joe Biden expressed hope that the revised guidance would spur more people to get their vaccine as soon as possible. “This is another great reason to go get vaccinated now,” Mr. Biden said. “Yes, vaccines are about saving your life, but also the lives of the people around you. They’re also about helping us get back to closer to normal.” The revised guidelines come after more than half of all U.S. adults have received at least one dose of the vaccine, and over one third of the population is fully vaccinated. In Santa Barbara County specifically, 36.1% of the eligible Please see MASKS on A4

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fighting COVID-19, to helping struggling families, protecting our environment and passing common sense gun violence solutions,” Gov. Newsom tweeted Monday. “There’s too much at stake.” According to a recent study from the Public Policy Institute of California, about 40% of Californians support the recall effort against Gov. Newsom. While 40% of the vote would not be enough to oust Gov. Newsom from his position, the recall delivers a blow to the prominent Democrat leader, who has received backlash in the past year from Republicans unhappy with his COVID-19 measures. Bobbi McGinnis, the Republican chairwoman for Santa Barbara County, called Gov. Newsom’s COVID-19 restrictions “over the Please see NEWSOM on A3

SB Unified addresses pandemic safety District to bus students to vaccination sites By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

According to revised CDC guidance, both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals can bike outdoors safely without wearing a mask.

During its regular board meeting, the Santa Barbara Unified School District discussed an increase in on-campus COVID19 cases. There have been 36 new COVID-19 cases in the district this month and one on-campus transmission. Students began their return to campus in March, separated into groups that learn in person two days per week. Elementary schools opened for five-daysper-week learning April 12, and secondary campuses opened for four-day weeks April 19. Susan Klein-Rothschild, Santa Barbara County Public Health Department school liaison, has noticed an increase in student COVID-19 cases countywide in both public and private schools. Since more students are attending campus, there will likely be more cases although case rates are decreasing. Ms. Klein-Rothschild noted factors that might have contributed to the increase, like spring break, sports and restlessness. “More students who participate

in athletics and extracurricular activities tend to be more likely to test positive for COVID, so that’s another factor,” she said. “We also know people are getting tired of following the protocols and wanting to loosen up when we’re doing better.” Of the 172 total cases, just 69 cases were detected in students. The case rate in teachers has been decreasing in recent weeks. “The number of COVID cases among school staff has drastically decreased, and I attribute that largely to the vaccination rates,” Ms. Klein-Rothschild said. Currently, 82% of the district’s employees have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. To help students get vaccinated, the district will begin transporting students who would like a vaccination to Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital on Tuesdays. The bus will take groups of 20 at a time, and administrators plan to take 60 students next week. The COVID-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer has an emergency-use authorization for those 16 and older. The district will obtain parent approval for students under Please see SBUSD on A4

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TRAFFIC, CRIME AND FIRE BLOTTER SBPD lobby reopens SANTA BARBARA — The lobby at the Santa Barbara Police Department, at 215 E. Figueroa St., officially reopened Tuesday for inperson service. The lobby reopened with limited days and hours due to the county’s recent change in COVID tier. Some of the services include filing a police report, obtaining vehicle releases, turning in lost property, or having a correctable citation signed off, among others. Masks are required and several COVID-19 prescreening questions will need to be answered before being permitted to enter. The lobby will be open from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Thursdays. To file a police report online, 24/7, visit, https://www. santabarbaraca.gov/gov/depts/ police/online/report_crime/ default.asp. — Mitchell White

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National organization contributes to Foothills Forever By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Foothills Forever, the campaign to purchase the West Mesa of the San Marcos Foothills from a developer, is receiving support from a national conservation organization, the Allemall Foundation. “It’s a great positive step. It demonstrates how important this project is to get the attention of a national conservation organization,” Santa Barbara County 2nd District Supervisor Gregg Hart told the News-Press. The Allemall Foundation contributed to the Redwood Coast Land Conservancy’s purchase of the Mill Bend Conservation Project in Mendocino County in January. “The moment that we learned of the community efforts to save this important grassland open space, we knew we wanted to help,” Ed Scott, executive director of the Allemall Foundation, said in a news release. “We can’t do it alone, but we can help the Santa Barbara community with additional resources to help meet your incredibly tight timeline.” The campaign has raised $7.6 million in a matter of weeks from more than 3,500 individual donations. Some community members have even held garage sales to raise funds. Organizers need an additional $12.4 million by June 1 to meet the developer’s deadline. “When you think about how far we’ve come in just five weeks, it’s astonishing,” Supervisor Hart said.

“The moment that we learned of the community efforts to save this important grassland open space, we knew we wanted to help.” Ed Scott, executive director of the Allemall Foundation He hopes community members will be encouraged by the support of a national organization. Santa Barbara County has had other projects like Save the San Marcos Foothills that have successfully purchased land for public use. “Saving the San Marcos Foothills continues our community’s legacy of permanently saving threatened open space lands for the community’s use. The Douglas Family Preserve, Carpinteria Bluffs, Sperling Preserve at Ellwood, and many of the open spaces important to our community, all faced these fundraising challenges,” Marc Chytilo, an attorney for the campaign, said in a news release. Organizers are holding an information session at 5:30 p.m. Monday. Registration for the virtual meeting is at foothillsforever.org.

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Portions of Victoria Street to reopen SANTA BARBARA — The city of Santa Barbara will be reopening the 00 block of West Victoria Street in downtown Santa Barbara with one eastbound traffic lane in mid-May, officials said. In May 2020, in response to the pandemic, the Santa

Barbara City Council adopted an emergency ordinance to allow outdoor business activities and the temporary use of the public right of way to help businesses reopen, recover and survive. A temporary closure in the area was established in July, and the emergency ordinance that allows the continuation of outdoor business activities has been extended until March 2022, according to Jason

Harris, economic development manager for the city. The partial reopening is scheduled for the second week of May. Expanded outdoor dining in the area will remain in place, with one eastbound traffic lane traversing through the block. The traffic lane will not affect the traffic control on State Street currently in place. — Mitchell White

Wildlife Care Network’s online open house set for Friday By MARILYN MCMAHON NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network’s annual open house will be hosted online from noon to 12:45 p.m. Friday. The virtual open house and groundbreaking celebration will go behind-thescenes with the staff and animals at the Wildlife Care Network and preview the construction of the new Wildlife Hospital. Registration for this online event is free to the public. The annual event traditionally invites members of the community to tour the property that is usually closed to the public. This year it will be presented online due to COVID-19 precautions but will offer an inside look at the operations at the center. Attendees can expect to meet some of the SBWCN staff, learn about the animals that are cared for, and enjoy never-before-seen animal release videos. In addition, the program will feature an exclusive look into SBWCN’s future Wildlife Hospital. “While we can’t invite guests to our property quite yet, our virtual program will actually allow the public to see even more of what happens behindthe-scenes than our typical in-person event,” said Ariana Katovich, SBWCN’s executive director. “We’re currently in the middle of spring baby season — our busiest time of the year — so we’re excited to give folks an inside scoop on our incredible staff, fascinating wildlife and the progress of our Wildlife Hospital.” Once completed, the Wildlife Hospital will be a 5,400 square foot, state-of-the-art facility that will

be the first of its kind in the region. The hospital officially broke ground in January of 2021 and is expected to be completed by early 2022. This $6 million project will make critical improvements to the facilities and resources currently available for wildlife rehabilitation in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Some special features will include a designated surgery room, an intensive care unit, advanced facilities to care for oiled wildlife, nurseries for baby mammals and songbirds and much more. SBWCN is close to reaching the fundraising goal, with only $1 million left to raise. All donations to the Wildlife Hospital will be matched one to one thanks to a lead gift commitment. “The Wildlife Hospital is a project that has been years in the making,” said Ms. Katovich. “It will greatly improve our abilities to save and serve local wildlife for generations to come. We’re so grateful to have the support of our community to make this dream finally become a reality.” email: mmcmahon@newspress.com

FYI For more information on the Wildlife Hospital or to make a donation, visit www.sbwcn.org. For animal emergencies or wildlife advice, call the SBWCN Helpline at 805-681-1080.

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ORCUTT — The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its search for a robbery suspect in Orcutt, authorities said. Around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, deputies responded to the 1100 block of Via Alta after the suspect reportedly stole a victim’s personal property, battered the victim and fled the area, said Raquel Zick, sheriff’s spokeswoman. The victim suffered moderate injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Sheriff’s K9 units, joined by county Air Support and the California Highway PAtrol, responded and searched the area of Okerblom Trail and the surrounding area. At 2:40 p.m., deputies spotted the suspect and issued a shelter-in-place for residents located on Via Alta, between Bradley and Via Riviera. The suspect was not located and the shelter-in-place was lifted around 3:30 p.m., Ms. Zick said. The suspect is believed to have been living in the gully near Bradley and Via Alta. The suspect is described as a man between the ages of 25 to 35 with a scruffy beard. He was last seen wearing a black shirt and tan colored pants. Anyone with information on the incident or about the suspect is asked to call 805-6832724. If the suspect is located, members of the public are urged not to approach him but to call 911 immediately and be prepared to provide a location and description.

After 20 years in a variety of public health roles in Maryland, she moved across the country to join the San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department as Public Health Director in 2008. County public health departments have played a key role in overseeing vaccine distribution and disseminating accurate information to ensure public confidence in the vaccine. To date, California has distributed over 27 million vaccine doses — 45% of Californians have received at least one dose, including 47.6% of Santa Barbara residents and 45% of San Luis Obispo residents. The commander-in-chief will highlight the accomplishments of the first 100 days of his presidency, and discuss his vision moving forward. According to national media reports, President Biden will lay out a new $1.5 trillion spending and tax proposal called the “American Families Plan,” along with expanding access to health care and putting police reforms in place. The president will address Congress at 5 p.m. PT, and it

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Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, named Dr. Van Do-Reynoso, Santa Barbara County public health director, and Dr. Penny Borenstein, San Luis Obispo County public health director, as his virtual guests to President Joe Biden’s Joint Address to Congress today. The address, which is the president’s first speech to a Joint Session of Congress, marks 100 days into his first term. In previous years, members of Congress have invited constituents to join them as guests in these speeches before Congress. In order to adhere to COVID19 safety protocols, this year’s inperson attendance will be limited. “Throughout this pandemic, we have turned to our local public health departments to disseminate accurate information and guide our COVID-19 response. I’m honored to have two heroes of the pandemic who played a

key role leading our COVID-19 response join me as guests for President Biden’s address to Congress,” Rep. Carbajal said in a statement. “We’re now 100 days into the Biden administration and the American Rescue Plan has delivered millions of dollars to the Central Coast to distribute vaccines, lift families out of poverty and speed up our economic recovery.” In addition, Rep. Carbajal will hold a virtual press conference with the guests following the virtual Joint Address to respond to the president’s speech and take questions from the press. Dr. Do-Reynoso received her master’s in public health from UC Berkeley and her doctorate at UC Merced. She worked as a health director in Madera County for 10 years before becoming director of the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department in 2017. Dr. Borenstein received her medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Syracuse in New York and earned a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The Santa Barbara City Council on Tuesday unanimously voted to support the county’s phase II community action plan to address homelessness.

City backs second phase of county’s homelessness plan By GRAYCE MCCORMICK NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara City Council on Tuesday unanimously adopted a resolution showing support of the county’s phase II community action plan to address homelessness. In addition, the council appointed Mayor Cathy Murillo and Council member Alejandra Gutierrez to the county’s Elected Leaders Forum, a monthly meeting that will help coordinate and direct policy decisions for the region. The purpose of bringing the plan to the council, which county staff has brought to all other local jurisdictions in the county, was to gain input as staff addresses community engagement and education, planning coordination, inventory and site mapping, policies and processes, dedicated funds, contracting best practices and regional capacity. “This was a great presentation with so much information. We hear so much about how homelessness is a regional issue and I really appreciate that we have a regional response,” Council member Meagan Harmon said. The current state of homelessness in the county is that the unsheltered population is increasing and encampment impacts are growing. County staff reported that the projected

The current state of homelessness in the county is that the unsheltered population is increasing and encampment impacts are growing. 2021 point in time count is 1,645 unsheltered individuals in the county and 126 in temporary shelter. The numbers for 2020 included 1,223 unsheltered individuals, and 2019 had 1,133 unsheltered individuals. Based on housing assessments completed in Santa Barbara since Jan. 1, 2020, the average age of a homeless person in the city is 51 years old — 31% of homeless individuals are female; 68% are male; and 1% are gender nonconforming. Of those individuals, 59% state that emotional, physical or sexual trauma caused their current episode of homelessness, and 55% of them share that they have an income. The numbers are similar for homeless families, except that the average head of household is 35 years old, and 85% of them are female and 15% are male. County staff also shared disabling conditions reported by the homeless individuals in Santa Barbara. Citywide, 34% have mental health/brain injury; 30% have a substance use disorder; 17% have a developmental/ learning disability; 44% have

chronic health conditions; and 19% are physically disabled. The numbers are fairly similar countywide. “It is an ambitious plan,” Rob Fredericks, CEO of the Housing Authority, said of the county’s phase II plan during public comment. “It has actual goals and dovetails nicely with SB ACT’s plan for the city to address homelessness … We need more appropriate and affordable housing with services to serve this vulnerable population. “It is something we must do.” Overall, the city to committed to: educating stakeholders on affordable and supportive housing; engaging businesses to hire homeless or formerly homeless individuals; creating a map of all lands for housing; identifying new sites for housing and vehicular parking programs; planning for a regional tax/bond local housing revenue creation program; maintaining a list of funds dedicated to homelessness; ensuring regional capacity to apply for/receive all new funding from the state; and coordinating and aligning all regional

funding. Mayor Pro Tem Oscar Gutierrez also requested that the county do more collaboration and outreach with faith-based organizations in Santa Barbara County, many of which also assist homeless populations with food drives and other community events. “If we’re going to have an Elected Leaders Forum, I think a lot of the community would also support having a Religious Leaders Forum of some sort,” he said. “It’s all hands on deck and we need everyone’s help to be able to address this crisis.” email: gmccormick@newspress.com

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Continued from Page A1 top.” She reflected on the governor’s appearance at a lobbyist’s birthday party at the French Laundry restaurant back in November at a time when the state was urging Californians to stay home and avoid social gatherings. Ms. McGinnis, among many others, point to this instance as a last straw for many residents across the state. “All these draconian methods that he used to shut everything down just felt very heavy handed, and it’s really hurt a number of businesses, particularly restaurants, hotels and the travel industry,” Ms. McGinnis told the News-Press. Initially, Ms. McGinnis said she was skeptical that a recall effort could succeed, since she had witnessed many efforts in the past lack the support needed to qualify for the ballot. Yet, now that the effort is passed, Ms. McGinnis said she expects this to be a “successful effort” against the sitting governor. “I just think people are looking for sensible governance, not just heavy handedness,” she said. Local Democrats who have watched the recall effort closely have been preparing for this effort and appear unphased by the upcoming vote. Darcel Elliot, the chair of the Democratic Party of Santa Barbara County, said she was “not surprised” by the recall receiving enough support. She said local chapters of the state’s Democratic Party plan to encourage registered voters to vote “no” to the recall on the ballot. “The Democratic Party has a strong electoral system throughout the state, and so I think we’re prepared,” Ms. Elliot told the News-Press. “Anything can happen, and we’re definitely not resting on this. We’re going to be fighting back aggressively.” According to state guidelines, Californians have 30 business days to ask local officials to remove their names from the petition. That amount of time equates to June 8, and by that point, Ms. Elliot estimates that the vaccine progress and business reopenings will spur many people to reconsider their support for the recall. “I do feel like a lot of the reasons that people have been frustrated with Newsom or may have signed the petition have started to wane now that vaccination

If the recall effort prevails and Gov. Newsom is voted out, it would mark the second time in state history that a governor was ousted by an election. has increased and reopening has happened at a high level,” Ms. Elliot said. “And the fact that he’s up for election literally in June of next year, I think voters are going to want their opportunity to vote in June next year for a governor instead of voting yes or no on this governor election nine or ten months before the (next) election takes place.” If the recall effort prevails and Gov. Newsom is voted out, it would mark the second time in state history that a governor was ousted by an election. The only other time a recall vote succeeded was in 2003 when former Democratic Gov. Gray Davis was removed from office and replaced by Hollywood star and Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger. Should Gov. Newsom be voted out, Ms. McGinnis is hopeful a Republican candidate could become the state’s new governor, believing a Republican would “have the best answers to get the economy back to moving and open.” As the campaigns currently stand, Ms. McGinnis said she believed Mr. Faulconer would be best suited to take on the position, but that Ms. Jenner should not be discounted from the race. “I think it’s wonderful that (Ms. Jenner) is in the race, and if she can prove herself to be a competent governor we need to give her a chance,” Ms. McGinnis said. “We need to hear these (candidates) out and see who would be the best at reviving California.” If Gov. Newsom is not overturned by recall the vote, he will appear on the ballot again in 2022 during the next governor election.

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‘This move is a step in the right direction as more of our community is vaccinated’ MASKS

Continued from Page A1 population ages 16 and older is fully vaccinated, according to data from the county’s Public Health Department. That equates to about 29% of the total population. With the announcement of interim guidance, county Public Health officials are awaiting official direction from the state on how to adopt the revised guidelines locally, but are hopeful the guidance will remind residents of the activities they enjoyed before the pandemic. “This guidance is encouraging and reminds us all of the activities we can resume once we’re fully vaccinated,” the department said in a statement. “The State has indicated support for this guidance and will align local recommendations to reflect these updates. Santa Barbara County awaits the State’s updated recommendations to officially adopt the guidance locally. This move is a step in the right direction as more of our community is vaccinated.” While the new guidance is a step forward for vaccinated individuals, Dr. David Fisk, an infectious disease specialist at Cottage Health, said it is important to not take the CDC’s new guidance to mean that masks are not important. According to Dr. Fisk, masks are the “single most important measure we can take short of having effective vaccines.” “Masking is an important tool in our tool box at slowing down this pandemic,” Dr. Fisk told the News-Press. “As we see new viral variants emerge that may be less

responsive to the vaccines that we have available, masking may become even more important in the coming weeks and months than it is right now. My guidance to my patients and my family members would be that if you’re outdoors in a small group, I think it’s reasonable to not be masked particularly if everyone is vaccinated. But indoors, we need to do a better job masking than we have in the last year.” Though federal officials are hopeful that the new guidance will encourage skeptics to get their shot in the arm, Dr. Fisk said he does not think the revised guidelines will have a significant impact on people wanting to get the vaccine. In his perspective, more people will likely want to receive the vaccine when it’s required to attend certain largescale events. “The measures that I think would incentivize people to get the vaccine would be (if it’s) required for engaging in certain activities, such as attending sponsored events, structured events, larger gatherings, travel or perhaps entering the workplace,” Dr. Fisk said. “I think we are seeing some employers and health care settings start to move in the direction of mandating vaccines, and I imagine that someday, that might have a bigger influence on incentivizing people to receive the vaccine.” While the U.S. continues to race to fully vaccinate a broader population, health officials locally and nationally are facing difficulty when it comes to ensuring that those who receive the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine return for their second shot. According to the CDC, those

who receive the two-shot Pfizer or Moderna vaccine are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after the second dose. Those who only receive one shot of the regimen are not fully protected and experience much higher risks of COVID-19 infection and serious illness from the virus if the second shot is not received, Dr. Fisk said. In Santa Barbara County, Dr.

Fisk said this is a concerning trend that is developing within the community, and vaccine providers are working to contact those who have only received one dose and encourage them to return for a second shot. As vaccine rates continue to rise in the county, COVID-19 case rates have been trending down in recent weeks.

District has applied for mobile vaccine sites at five schools SBUSD

Continued from Page A1 the age of 18, though Ms. Klein-Rothschild anticipates vaccines will get emergency-use authorization for youth ages 12-15 “in the next couple of months.” Administrators crafted the vaccine bus plan in order to assist students who may struggle to find transportation or time to get their doses. The district has applied with the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department to have mobile vaccine sites at three high schools, Franklin Elementary and La Cumbre Junior High School.

The clinics at the high schools would serve students whereas the other two sites would be open to the community, said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Frann Wageneck The district currently offers COVID-19 tests to students and staff and occasionally holds community testing clinics. “It’s a very real possibility that we will move to a comprehensive use of antigen testing for students as a way of identifying the presence of the virus on our campuses,” Dr. Wageneck said. “Of course this includes continued surveillance testing of our employees. What it will look like, we do not know and we’re not 100% certain that it will, but we will keep you posted.” A total of 8,873 tests have been administered through the district with just 41 COVID-

positive test results, a test-positivity rate of .47%. Despite an increase in cases, the feeling was overall positive about the safety of schools. “We want the schools to be safe places and they are. They largely are and continue to be, and the California Department of Public Health is reinforcing the importance of students being in school for their social, emotional, and academic well being. So we want to keep that to be a safe place,” Ms. KleinRothschild said. She confirmed that although there have been multiple student cases, students returning to the classroom have not created an outbreak. email: ahanshaw@newspress.com

On Tuesday, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported 28 new cases of COVID19 and one new death. The individual who died was between the ages of 50 and 69 years old with underlying conditions. Isla Vista reported the highest number of new cases Tuesday with six new infections, followed by four new cases in Santa

Rosalia “Oma” Paratte, a great mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara on January 15th, 2021. Rosa is survived by her son Rob, her daughters-in-law Sharon and Kristy, and her grandchildren: Ryan, Tyler and Rebecca. Rosa was born in Augsburg, Germany where she and her twin sister were raised. She later came to the United States and worked hard to create a life for herself. She was a strong woman. Rosa later married her beloved husband Arnold in Hawaii and subsequently moved to Santa Barbara. They had two children Rob and Rick (d). Rob is in real estate development and based in San Francisco with his wife Kristy. Rosa loved her grandchildren and would spoil them with lunch, snacks and sweets with any opportunity she had. Of her grandchildren, Ryan works in technology and Tyler works in real estate and both are living in San Francisco, Rebecca lives in Portland, Oregon with her family. After her husband passed Rosa spent the later years of her life in Carpinteria where she enjoyed being outdoors, going on long beach walks, and getting ice cream. In addition to being a loving grandmother, she was a great neighbor and friend to her community in Carpinteria. Rosa will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother who had a great sense of humor and a big heart. A small private funeral service will be held in Santa Barbara later this year.

RYAN, Loretta L. 5/03/1942 - 4/20/2021

Loretta L. Ryan, 78 of Lompoc, CA passed away at home on April 20, 2021. Loretta was born in Canton, Illinois on May 3rd, 1942 to Charlotte and Ephriam “Jug” Ryan. She attended Lewistown Illinois High School, Class of 1960. Loretta worked for the Santa Barbara News-Press for 37 years as a District Manager before retiring. She was known to care for and assist numerous friends and family members throughout her lifetime. She never met a stranger. Every person in the world, to her, was just a friend she hadn’t met yet. She always saw the good in people. Sometimes, that’s all She would see, even if no one else could see it. Loretta was a member of Generations United Church and she was proud to be in service to our Lord. Loretta is survived by a daughter Yvonne Ryan-Cross (Marlo) of Arizona, Stepson Fidel “Buddy” Terrones of Lompoc, Brother Ken Ryan (Jeanette) of Lompoc, Sister Sandy Zellers of Lompoc. Granddaughter Alyssa RyanCross of New York and Nephew Shaun Ryan of Lompoc as well as several nieces and nephews. Loretta was predeceased by her Parents Charlotte and Ephriam “Jug” Ryan and her Son Ernie Ryan. Memorial services will be held at Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery on Friday, May 7th, 2021 at 10:00 am. Memorial donations may be made in Loretta’s name to Generations United Church or VIVA of Lompoc: Generations United 1000 N 7th Ave P.O. Box 3540 Lompoc, CA 93438 VIVA Lompoc P.O. Box 896 Lompoc, CA 93438

SHEEN, Jack H.

April 2, 1925 – April 19, 2021

Dr. Jack Sheen, preeminent Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon, has died at the age of 96. Internationally recognized for his original contributions to plastic surgery, KH ZDV UHJDUGHG DV D VHPLQDO ÀJXUH LQ GHYHORSLQJ WKH DUW and technique of nasal surgery. He introduced aesthetic concepts and innovative techniques which transformed ZKDW KDG EHHQ SULPDULO\ DQ XQUHÀQHG UHGXFWLYH procedure into an artful and technically agile operation. He approached the surgery in a precise and nuanced way, focusing more on balance, harmony, and aesthetic details than on size alone. Besides his reputation as a respected teacher, Jack was renowned as an adept and PDVWHUIXO VXUJHRQ +LV VXUJLFDO WHFKQLTXH ZDV IDVW DQG ÁXLG ZLWK QHYHU D ZDVWHG RU tentative move. This was attested to by the many surgeons who came from all over the world to observe in his operating room. Jack began his practice in general Plastic and Reconstructive surgery in 1964, performing the full gamut of reconstructive procedures, but gradually limited his practice to his passion, nasal surgery, and eventually, to the most challenging cases. Most of his patients were doctor referred, frequently as a last resort. In addition to many peer reviewed articles, Jack, with his wife, Anitra, wrote a GHÀQLWLYH WH[W RQ QDVDO VXUJHU\ SXEOLVKHG LQ 7KLV ZDV H[SDQGHG WR D WZR YROXPH QG (GLWLRQ LQ 5HPDUNDEOH IRU D PHGLFDO ERRN LW LV VWLOO LQ SULQW In 1981, he was appointed as Associate Clinical Professor of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA. He received an added appointment as Clinical Professor of Surgery, Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at USC in 1988. Among numerous awards and honors, he received the Distinguished Service Award, the highest honor SUHVHQWHG E\ WKH 3ODVWLF 6XUJHU\ (GXFDWLRQDO )RXQGDWLRQ LQ 2XWVWDQGLQJ 6HUYLFH and Contribution Award, given by The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in 2000, and The Distinguished Fellow Award by the prestigious American Association of Plastic Surgeons in 2002. Having practiced in Los Angeles for 29 years, Jack moved to Santa Barbara in 1993 and enjoyed a busy practice there until 2003. In retirement he took up portrait sculpture as a hobby and at the age of 89, “shot his age” in golf. The son of Armenian refugees from the Turkish genocide, Jack grew up in Altadena, MRLQHG WKH 86 1DY\ LQ DQG ZDV DVVLJQHG WR D WURRS FDUULHU LQ WKH 6RXWK 3DFLÀF $ OLWWOH NQRZQ IDFW DERXW -DFN 6KHHQ LV WKDW DW WKH DJH RI KH FRXOG W\SH DOPRVW words per minute on a manual typewriter. This skill enabled him to spend the war in D EXQN QH[W WR WKH &RPPDQGHU WUDQVPLWWLQJ DQG UHFHLYLQJ YLWDO FRPPXQLFDWLRQV LQ Morse code. In 1951 he graduated from Stanford University and continued on to Stanford University School of Medicine, graduating in 1955. Following an unclear path, he completed a \HDU RI 2% *<1 UHVLGHQF\ DQG WKUHH \HDUV RI JHQHUDO SUDFWLFH EHIRUH FRPSOHWLQJ 3ODVWLF Surgery training in 1964 at Cook County Hospital, Chicago. Jack will be missed for his warm personality, sense of humor and generous spirit. He is survived by his wife Anitra, sons Matthew and Michael Sheen, daughter Joan Sheen Welch, and granddaughters Caroline and Carlie Sheen and Sarah Welch.

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Barbara and three new cases in Goleta, Santa Maria and the unincorporated area of Goleta Valley and Gaviota. All other areas reported two or fewer new cases Tuesday. At Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, 36 acute care beds and 94 ventilators remain available. email:mhirneisen@newspress.com

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Mostly sunny and nice

Sunny and pleasant

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94 47

85 43

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Guadalupe 67/49

Santa Maria 70/46

Vandenberg 64/51

New Cuyama 79/47 Ventucopa 73/49

Los Alamos 78/46

Lompoc 65/47

PARATTE, Rosalia

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A visitor to State Street lays down to rest on a bench while wearing a mask Tuesday afternoon.

Buellton 77/44

Solvang 80/44

Gaviota 71/51

SANTA BARBARA 73/50 Goleta 77/52

Carpinteria 70/54 Ventura 68/56

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Wind west-northwest 6-12 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 3-5 feet at 16 seconds. Visibility clear.

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Wind west-northwest 6-12 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 3-5 feet at 16 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 116,880 acre-ft. Elevation 723.83 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 30.5 acre-ft. Inflow 0.0 acre-ft. State inflow 0.0 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -109 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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Reel experiences

It’s the renaissance for indoor movie experiences in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties

By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

Warriors rage with all the might their strength — and the power of computer-generated imagery — can muster in the new “Mortal Kombat.” But another drama is unfolding, and it might just be as suspenseful as the relentless battle for Earthrealm: the reemergence of the movie-going experience. Indoor movie theaters have reopened, and a large audience (but still within COVID-19 guidelines) watched “Mortal Kombat” at Metro Theatres’ Camino Real last weekend in Goleta. In fact, a large but socially distanced line was seen heading there to the place where theaters make their money: concessions. The return of indoor films is another step forward to normalcy during a pandemic that has lasted more than a year. And more theaters are scheduled to open in coming weeks as fans eagerly await films such as “Black Widow,” the Marvel movie set for a July 9 release. Already, blockbusters such as “Godzilla vs. King Kong” — who are you rooting for? — have come to Metro Theatres’ Camino Real in Goleta and its Metro 4 and Fiesta Five on State Street in Santa Barbara. And you’ll find Oscar-nominated movies such as “Promising Young Woman” — just try to keep with the movie’s plot twists (as well as star Carey Mulligan’s intriguing performance) — at local theaters. There’s more news for local film buffs. Fairview Theatre, the three-screen Goleta site known for its family-friendly movies, is set to reopen May 14. No announcement has been made yet for several of Metro’s other theaters in Santa Barbara — Hitchcock Cinema & Public House (known for its independent or “art house” films), Paseo Nuevo Cinemas or the one-screen but atmospheric (and 2,000seat) Arlington Theatre. Meanwhile, according to playingtoday.com, Parks Plaza Theater in Buellton and Movies Lompoc are currently closed “but with plans to reopen soon.” The same site notes Hi-Way Drive-In remains open nightly in Santa Maria. Outdoor theaters were able to be open when indoor theaters were closed and remain popular. In Goleta, West Wind Drive-In experienced a renaissance during the pandemic and remains popular for its mix of family, sci-fi, dramatic and horror movies. A short trek south of Santa Barbara leads to a larger choice of movies, including Oscar-nominated films such as “Minari” and “News of the World,” starring Tom Hanks, at the indoor Cinemark theaters in downtown Ventura and Oxnard. (Cinemark is also known as Century.) Cinemark also has offered reclining seats (not available in Santa Barbara or Goleta) and discounts on Oscar-nominated films. Elsewhere, the Roxy 11 is now open in Camarillo, and movies are showing at Plaza Cinemas 14 in Oxnard. There’s no word yet on when Buenaventura 6 — the Ventura discount theater known for its second-run movies and Thursday night classic films (everything from “Casablanca” to “Space Balls”) — will reopen. Regency Theatres, which operates the theater, also owns Regency Camarillo, known for showing “art house” films, and there’s no announcement on that reopening. In the meantime, if you want to be pampered during blockbusters with chicken tenders and other delights delivered to you as you relax in your reclining, heated seats, drive up the hill on Highway 101 to AMC Drive-in Thousand Oaks 14. Considering the pandemic, you could call this badly needed cinematic therapy. email: dmason@newspress.com

FYI Here are websites for theaters in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. Metro Theatres (Santa Barbara and Goleta): metrotheatres.com. Regal Edwards (Santa Maria and Camarillo): regmovies.com. West-Wind Drive-In (Goleta): westwinddi.com. Parks Plaza Theater in Buellton, Movies Lompoc and Hi-Way Drive-In in Santa Maria: playingtoday.com. Regency Theatres (discount theater in Ventura, art house theater in Camarillo): regencymovies.com. Cinemark (Ventura and Oxnard): www.cinemark.com. Roxy 11 in Camarillo and Plaza Stadium Cinemas in Oxnard: santarosacinemas.com AMC (Thousand Oaks): www.amctheatres.com.

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Cinemark in downtown Ventura has enticed viewers back with discounts for Oscar-nominated movies and reclining seats.

At left, Fairview Theatre, the three-screen Goleta site known for its family-friendly movies, is scheduled to reopen May 14. At right, Camino Real in Goleta was busy last weekend as fans came to watch blockbusters such as “Mortal Kombat.”

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At left, Lucky Penny will celebrate Cinco De Mayo with frozen margaritas and Mexican-inspired Milpas Pizza. At right, La Paloma Cafe is offering $7 margaritas on Cinco De Mayo.

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Anacapa St., is offering its breakfast taco special, which features a fried farm egg, smoked bacon, crispy fingerlings, serrano avocado salsa and cheddar in a flour tortilla. The bakery also is known for its made-from-scratch baked goods, brunch menu and local coffee. To order, go to www. helenaavenuebakery.com or call 805-880-3383. La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St., plans its Margarita Day on

Socks Once believed to be feral, Socks was scheduled to move to a ranch, winery, warehouse or another alternative location. But he decided his destiny lied elsewhere. Socks decided to be a lap cat. The 2-year-old brown tabby cat is awaiting adoption through the Animal Shelter Assistance Program. Sock has become a favorite of the Goleta shelter’s staff and can often be found playing with the staff’s vet team or sleeping in the office. Like many cats during the pandemic, Socks may move to a foster home but is still available for adoption. Check out www.asapcats.org for adoptable cats, adoption applications and fostering opportunities. Until the shelter reopens to the public, contact ASAP at info@asapcats.org or 805-6833368.

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Cinco de Mayo. It will open at 4 p.m. to offer its classic margarita and hibiscus margaritas at $7. The kitchen will open at 5 p.m. to provide wood-fired ranchero cuisine. Patio tables are first-come, first-served starting at 4 p.m. Reservations start at 5. To make reservations, go to lapalomasb. com and click a link to a resy.com site, or call 805-966-7029.

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Shelters seek homes for pets Local animal shelters and their nonprofit partners are looking for homes for pets. For more information, go to these websites: • Animal Services-Lompoc, countyofsb.org/phd/animal/home. sbc. • Animal Shelter Assistance Program in Goleta, asapcats.org. ASAP is kitty corner to Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter in Goleta, bunssb.org. BUNS is based at Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Companion Animal Placement Assistance,

lompoccapa.org and facebook. com/capaoflompoc. CAPA works regularly with Animal ServicesLompoc. • K-9 Placement & Assistance League, k-9pals.org. K-9 PALS works regularly with Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation, sbcanimalcare.org. (The foundation works regularly with the Santa Maria Animal Center.) • Santa Barbara County Animal Services in Goleta: countyofsb.org/phd/animal/home. sbc. • Santa Barbara Humane

Society (with campuses in Goleta and Santa Maria), sbhumanesociety.org. • Santa Maria Animal Center, countyofsb.org/phd/animal/home. sbc. The center is part of Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society/DAWG in Buellton, syvhumane.org. • Shadow’s Fund (a pet sanctuary in Lompoc), shadowsfund.org. • Volunteers for Inter-Valley Animals in Lompoc: vivashelter. org. — Dave Mason

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28, 2021

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ARIES — An unexpected but welcome financial windfall could lead to some long-desired changes in your living situation, Aries. You may decide to move, or you could opt for a less drastic course of action, such as redecorating or remodeling. A household member could move out or someone new could move in. These are all very positive changes that will make a big difference in your life. TAURUS — You’re looking great today, Taurus! A current or potential love partner who lives nearby is likely to be all too aware of this. Your heightened sensuality should be very apparent! A long walk with your friend could involve conversation that brings you closer together. You might spend most of the evening together. Expect a lot of kissing and handholding maybe more! GEMINI — Your aesthetic sense may increase, Gemini, leading to the discovery of an artistic talent you may not have known you had. You could decide to develop this talent, possibly by enrolling in a class. A current or potential love partner might decide to come with you, creating a new venue for bringing you closer together. This should prove very exciting. CANCER — A social event, possibly involving a group you’re affiliated with, could put you in touch with a lot of friendly, intriguing people who share your interests, Cancer. Among them could be a potential romantic partner, or a current partner could accompany you to this event. Whichever it is, both of you are likely to feel good about the event and will probably want to see your new friends again. LEO — You could be introduced to a celebrity you admire, probably a woman, perhaps at a lecture or book signing, Leo. This could make a profound difference in your life, as this person may inspire you. A romantic partner could meet her as well, and the two of you should have a lot to discuss over dinner. Relax and enjoy your evening. It could change your life in a very subtle way. VIRGO — A social event that involves the discussion of intellectual topics could occur today, Virgo. You could decide to go with a love partner. You’re likely to enjoy the gathering so much that you may stay late into the night and then spend another hour or so discussing it with your partner. Afterward, anything could happen! In the16, future you Monday, November 2015 will remember tonight as magical.

Make the most of it! LIBRA — Some intense communication could take place today between you and a love partner, possibly about your future together, Libra. It’s likely to lead to some positive developments in your life, possibly including a move to the next level of commitment. If you aren’t involved now, a friend could introduce you to someone new, perhaps at a social gathering. Look your best throughout the day! SCORPIO — Today you may feel especially sensual and passionate, Scorpio. This is the perfect evening to schedule quality time with a current or potential love partner. You’re probably looking and feeling attractive, and this fact isn’t likely to be lost on your friend. Scatter some pillows, add some flowers, put out some cheese, fruit, and white wine, and be prepared for anything! SAGITTARIUS — A social event or gathering that involves work could put you in touch with interesting people, Sagittarius, including a sexy potential love partner! Someone new on the scene could stir your blood like it hasn’t been stirred in a long time. Whether or not you choose to pursue this attraction depends on your situation, but at least you will have some fun today. CAPRICORN — A new or longterm romantic relationship could be advanced to the next level of commitment, Capricorn. The chemistry between you is strong and you’re compatible on several levels. Today you will experience passion like never before! Some intense but honest and very positive discussion about the relationship’s future is likely to take place, followed by an intimate encounter. AQUARIUS — Today you should feel especially sensual, Aquarius. You will want to bask in the pleasure of being in love. A passionate encounter could occur at your home, probably after a wonderful meal you’ve prepared. You could have a frank discussion about the future of the relationship. You might decide to try living together if you don’t already. Think carefully about it and do what feels right. PISCES — A warm, interesting phone call from a current or potential love partner could have you longing for this person’s company, Pisces. You should have a lot to say to each other and so spend a lot of time on the phone. A meeting could be arranged, probably somewhere in your neighborhood. Your chemistry is intense, so don’t be surprised by the direction of this involvement.

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INSTRUCTIONS Fill in the grid so every row, every column and every 3-by-3 grid contains the digits 1 through 9. that means that no number is repeated in any row, column or box. Sudoku puzzles appear on the Diversions page Monday-Saturday and on the crossword solutions page in Sunday’s Life section.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Carmen P. Garcia Case Number: 21PR00152 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Carmen P. Garcia A Petition for Probate has been filed by Lupe Garcia Sparkes in the SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that Lupe Garcia Sparkes 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: 05/13/2021 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: Brenda A. Enderle Address: The Law Offices of Brenda A. Enderle 540 Alisal Road, Suite 7, Solvang, CA 93463. Telephone:(805) 693-1700 APR 14, 21, 28 / 2021 -- 57019

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210001139. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: HEATHER M DESIGN, 14 GALAXY WAY, LOMPOC, CA 93436, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: HEATHER MILLER, 14 GALAXY WAY, LOMPOC, CA 93436. 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 04/21/2021 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: NOT APPLICABLE. 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)

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Summary of Ordinance 5132 An Ordinance Adopting a Schedule of Fees for Services Provided by the Department of Public Works, County Surveyor Division in Connection with the Review and Approval of Subdivision and Survey Related Documents and Maps within the Jurisdiction of Santa Barbara County. Passed, approved and adopted this 20th day of April 2021, by the following vote: Ayes: Noes: Absent: Abstain:

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The city of Santa Barbara Creeks Restoration/Water Quality Improvement Division is celebrating 20 years since its establishment in January of 2001. In November of 2000, city voters overwhelmingly approved Measure B, a 2% tax on hotel visitors, which funds the Creeks Division’s creek restoration, water quality improvement, and education and outreach efforts. Some highlights of the past 20 years include creek restoration projects such as the Arroyo Burro Estuary and Mesa Creek Restoration, the Upper Las Positas Creek Restoration at the Santa Barbara Golf Club and the Arroyo Burro Open Space Restoration. Smaller projects on Arroyo Burro at Hidden Valley Park and Honda Valley Park, among others, contribute to a total of 28.25 acres of creekside habitat that have been restored, with over 50,000 native plants and trees planted. “We are excited to share the successes of our first 20 years with the community,” said George Johnson, acting creeks restoration/clean water manager. “We look forward to continuing to work with Santa Barbara residents, local businesses, community organizations and regional partners to improve Santa Barbara’s creek and ocean water quality, and protect our watersheds.” To improve that water quality, the Creeks Division installed water quality improvement projects, including: debris screens on storm drains throughout the city; storm water treatment demonstration projects in parkways along local streets; and replaced more than 200,000 square feet of impermeable parking lots, streets and sidewalks with permeable pavers. Currently, a stormwater treatment project is under construction at Bohnett Park, which will treat stormwater from the surrounding neighborhood in infiltration chambers under the turf field. The Creeks Division’s ongoing water quality monitoring program researches pesticides, microplastics and the ecological health of city creeks and ocean, as well as DNA-based studies to locate and eliminate human waste reaching the city’s storm drain system. Water quality data collected is presented in an annual water quality report, and five-year water quality reports are also produced and posted online at SBCreeks.com. Youth watershed education,

AHC trustee resigns Larry Lahr, president of Allan Hancock College’s board of trustees, resigned from the board effective last Friday. He served the college for 26 years. He notified the board during its April 20 meeting that he was moving outside the area he represented and would therefore resign. (He was elected in area three, which encompasses southwestern Santa Maria and Guadalupe.) “The college is being left in good hands and in good shape,” Mr. Lahr said in a news release. “I have full confidence in my colleagues on the board and the college’s staff, faculty and administration. I know that

TSA recruiting security screening officers at airport SANTA BARBARA — The Transportation Security Administration is hiring transportation security officers to work at the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. There are 20 positions currently available, with a starting salary of $18.85 per hour. As an incentive, TSA will pay newly hired TSOs at the airport $500 upon starting with the agency, and $500 after one year of service. To qualify for the incentive, the employee must come onboard with TSA between now and Sept. 30. TSA has accelerated its hiring effort both locally and nationally based on anticipated seasonal travel trends, as well

Some highlights of the past 20 years include creek restoration projects such as the Arroyo Burro Estuary and Mesa Creek Restoration, the Upper Las Positas Creek Restoration at the Santa Barbara Golf Club and the Arroyo Burro Open Space Restoration. volunteer creek and beach clean-ups, public service announcements on television, radio, print, and internet media, and community volunteer events and educational events such as Creek Week are all part of the division’s community outreach efforts. The Creeks Division’s Code Enforcement program encourages community members to report pollution in Santa Barbara’s streets, storm drains and creeks online or via the Pollution Hotline at 805-897-2688. Also achieved in the past 20 years was the acquisition of 35.75 acres of new creekside open space, certification of more than 300 businesses as Clean Creeks Businesses, removal of more than 1.7 million pounds of trash from city creeks and beaches, more than 7,750 volunteer hours donated via service projects and securing of nearly $19 million in grant funding. To mark the milestone, the Creeks Division produced a 20-year report highlighting its program achievements over the past 20 years, and much more. To view the 20 Year Report, visit SBCreeks.com. The report is available in both English and Spanish in an online, responsive format at bit. ly/creeks20yearreport and bit. ly/arroyosinformede20anos, as well as PDF format at bit.ly/ creeks20yearreportpdf and bit.ly/ arroyosinformede20anospdf. email: gmccormick@newspress.com

Hancock will continue to prosper and improve in my absence.” He was first elected to the board in 1994 and has served as president four times and vice president four times. “Larry Lahr epitomizes what it means to be a public servant,” said Dr. Kevin G. Walthers, superintendent and president of Hancock. “He is known for having a sharp eye for finances, but his focus has always been to ensure students come first in every decision we make.” Mr. Lahr attended Allan Hancock College before graduating from Cal Poly with a degree in agricultural business management. The board will start the process to fill the vacancy at its next meeting May 11. — Annelise Hanshaw

TSA has accelerated its hiring effort both locally and nationally based on anticipated seasonal travel trends. as the COVID-19 vaccination distribution. TSOs are federal employees, and are eligible for benefits such as paid training, annual and sick leave, health care plans and a retirement plan. To view open positions locally and to apply, visit jobs.tsa.gov. — Mitchell White