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Fighting Dixie Fire Local firefighters return home after two weeks battling Northern California blazes
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The Santa Barbara Public Works Department proposed three options to retain the Mission Canyon Bridge’s sandstone facade.
City Council rejects Mission Canyon Bridge rehab options By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER
The Santa Barbara City Council rejected the Public Works Department’s proposed Mission Canyon Bridge rehabilitation plan and requested the department return with pedestrian path options in the fall. The council voted 4-2 on the agenda item during its meeting Tuesday, with council members Kristen Sneddon and Alejandra Gutierrez dissenting in favor of a modest bridge upgrade. Rejecting the proposed options forfeits grant funding Public Works had secured during the project’s inception. New grant cycles in the Highway Bridge Program require cities to match funding at nearly double the rate previously. The city is not currently aware of outside funding to improve pedestrian access in Mission COURTESY PHOTOS
A strike team of 22 local firefighters returned home Tuesday after being assigned to the Dixie Fire in Northern California. The fire burned more than 487,000 acres as of Tuesday, making it the second largest fire in state history.
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Engines from Santa Maria, Lompoc, Santa Barbara City, Carpinteria and Montecito fire departments responded to both the Dixie Fire and Beckworth Complex Fire over the last two weeks. Above, an engine from the Montecito Fire Department is parked near the site of the Dixie Fire.
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After weeks of deliberations, the Senate on Tuesday approved a $1 trillion infrastructure plan that aims to modernize the nation’s roadways, bridges, broadband and fund new climate initiatives. The bill, which is the nation’s largest investment in infrastructure ever, passed with bipartisan support in a 69-30 vote. The bill will now head to the House for approval before making its way to the president’s desk. The bill proposes $550 in new spending be allocated over the next five years to rebuild roads and bridges, shore up coastlines and modernize the electric grid. It also includes funds to improve public transport and modernize the nation’s airports. President Joe Biden praised the Senate’s approval during a press conference Tuesday at the White House. The bill is the first of two infrastructure measures the president is aiming to pass during his term, the second of which is a proposed $3.5 trillion
plan to invest in child care, elder care and other programs that he has dubbed “human infrastructure.” “Today, we proved that democracy can still work,” President Biden said at the White House Tuesday after the vote. “We can still come together to do big things, important things for the American people.” The measure received praise from the California Construction and Industrial Materials Association on Tuesday, and officials noted that the bill would provide $30 billion in additional funding for dedicated transportation programming. “This bill is critical to helping our economy crawl out of the COVID realities that have decimated so much of our economy,” CalCIMA said in a statement. “We applaud their leadership and encourage the House to move forward and pass this infrastructure package as soon as possible so we can stimulate the economy and get more of our skilled workforce back to work.” email: mhirneisen@newspress. com
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By MADISON HIRNEISEN A strike team of 22 local firefighters returned home Tuesday after spending the last two weeks fighting both the Beckwourth Complex and Dixie fires in Northern California. The team, which was composed of engine companies from Santa Maria, Lompoc, Santa Barbara City, Carpinteria and Montecito fire departments, was originally assigned to the Beckworth Complex Fire in midJuly before being reassigned to the Dixie Fire. They replaced an original team of firefighters that was fighting the Beckworth Complex Fire earlier in July. Another strike team will replace the crew who returned home Tuesday, beginning the third cycle of local firefighters sent to offer aid up north. As of Tuesday, the Dixie Fire had scorched more than 487,000 acres of land, making it the second largest fire in state history. The fire destroyed an estimated 900 structures as of Tuesday and threatened another 16,000, according to national reports. Jim McCoy, the strike team leader from Santa Barbara
Canyon. City Administrator Paul Casey cautioned council members against declining the options and federal funds. “Pedestrian options are not easy. You’ve seen all the complicated issues, and to fit in pedestrian options is going to touch on a lot of the same issues,” he said. “This area is just really hard to find consensus on. It’s a tough, land-constrained, historic, rich area.” Initially, the council voted on a motion made by Councilmember Mike Jordan to pursue a renovation at an estimated cost of $5.5 million to the city. Mayor Cathy Murillo seconded the motion, and councilmember Oscar Gutierrez was also in favor. A unifying factor among those who would like to keep the bridge as-is and those who prefer to rebuild the structure is the need
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In response to a climate report that the United Nations is heralding as a “code red for humanity,” local environmental activists say urgent change is needed to mitigate the impacts of climate change on the Central Coast and beyond. On Monday, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, a scientific body associated with the U.N., released a major new report outlining the current state of the climate and possible futures moving forward. The report, which was based on the analysis of more than 14,000 studies, declares that it is “unequivocal that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land.” According to estimates outlined in the report, scientists believe the world will reach a warming of 1.5 degrees Celsius within the next two decades — a threshold that many experts believe is the maximum temperature that humanity could endure before massive economic and social repercussions. At this point, experts believe the planet will continue to warm well beyond 2040, but say there is a small window of time to mitigate further damage in the latter half of the century. Experts largely believe some climate damage is irreversible, though the report concluded that dramatically slashing carbon emissions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions could limit warming. On the Central Coast, both Santa Barbara and Ventura
counties have seen the impact of climate change taking hold in the last century. According to the Washington Post, Santa Barbara County’s average temperature has risen 2.3 degrees Celsius since 1895, and neighboring Ventura County’s average temperature has risen 2.6 degrees Celsius, making it the fastest-warming county within the 48 contiguous states. In addition to overall warming, local environmentalists say the impacts of climate change can clearly be seen through the increase in extreme weather events, such as more intense fire seasons, high temperatures, sea level rise, more volatile storms and long standing drought in the region. Sigrid Wright, the CEO of the Community Environmental Council, told the News-Press Tuesday that the urgency of the report signals what many environmental activists have been saying for years — climate change is happening and it’s happening fast. “The meta-theme that stands out for me is that the report really kind of tells us or is shouting at us that climate change is happening faster or sooner than anyone predicted,” Ms. Wright said. “By nature, scientists are not hysterical people, so when they get up and speak up this strongly, we really would be wise to listen.” She said the report warrants a response “that matches that level of urgency” outlined in the report. While Ms. Sigrid said saving the climate will take collective action, there are steps local residents can take to make a positive impact on the planet. For those who can afford it,
Ms. Sigrid said residents should prioritize purchasing electric or hybrid electric vehicles when buying a new car and consider transferring to solar energy in their homes. In addition to these changes, a new program recently launched by the county known as Central Coast Community Energy will automatically enroll Santa Barbara County residents living in Carpinteria, Goleta and the unincorporated areas of the South Coast to receive clean energy services. Ms. Wright said as long as residents opt-in to the program, they will be making a positive climate impact. Ms. Wright added that though these changes can make small impacts on the climate, the “most important thing an individual could do” is advocate for strong environmental policy and elect leaders that prioritize the climate. “Not everything about climate change can be changed by individuals and individual’s actions — we have to collectively change the system,” Ms. Wright said. “Fortunately, we live in California with the fifth largest economy that has shown a lot of solid climate leadership.” Hillary Hauser, the executive director of Heal the Ocean, said reading the report made her think “we are out of time.” With the report pointing to human action as one of the leading contributors to climate change, Ms. Hauser said it’s society’s responsibility to fix it. “We caused it, and because we caused it, we have to fix it,” Ms. Hauser told the News-Press Tuesday. As the world now looks to slow the impacts of climate change,
she cautioned against apathy on the part of individuals. She told the News-Press that taking responsibility and “treating our surroundings with respect” is key to preserving the land for the future. “When you get a report like this or a book that says this stuff, there’s a tendency to sit back because what’s the use,” Ms. Hauser said. “(People think) ‘I can’t do anything about it, so what the heck difference is it going to make for me to buy a different car.’ And the answer is that we have to keep persevering. It’s really not about us anymore — it’s the future generations.” Both Ms. Wright and Ms. Hauser voiced concerns about sea level rise and the threat it presents to the county’s critical infrastructure, such as Highway 101 and the railroad tracks. Both environmentalists said officials will likely need to relocate or make changes to the highway and railroad system due to the rise in sea level. Despite the dreary outlook for the world’s climate future, Ms. Wright said she still has hope for the future of the region. “Despite all of this, I do have hope, and it’s kind of a measured hope that is based on what I know about people and how, even though this can feel very overwhelming, in the end, we all care about our children and our children’s children,” Ms. Wright said. “When we have the fate of humanity on the line, I feel that we’re going to really lean in and work together to address climate change and reduce these risks.”
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reported her husband and two children missing Sunday, saying they’d been gone approximately 24 hours. She was concerned for their well-being. Police found evidence the father and two children had possibly traveled to Mexico. Because the investigation may involve another country, the FBI is the lead investigating agency. — Annelise Hanshaw
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Leticia Rodriguez, an environmental services staff member at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, was among the first to get the vaccine at the hospital in December. As of Monday’s data, 53% of county residents are fully vaccinated.
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The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported 86 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday and no new deaths. Officials reported 21 cases in Orcutt, 18 cases in Santa Maria, 13 cases in Santa Barbara and the unincorporated area of Mission Canyon and nine new cases in Goleta. Six new cases were reported in both the unincorporated area of Goleta Valley and Gaviota and the area including Lompoc, Mission Hills and Vandenberg Village. Four cases were reported in the area containing Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria. Three cases were reported in the Santa Ynez Valley, and two cases were reported in both Isla
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Kenneth “Kenny” Walters passed away peacefully on Monday July 19, 2021 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Kenny was born on September 17, 1948 in Saratoga Springs, NY to Kenneth Westcott and Matilda Garnsey. The second of five boys, Kenny and his family relocated to Santa Barbara, CA in 1951. Even at a young age, Kenny became known for his courage, authenticity, intensity and loyalty. These qualities enabled him to forge many strong friendships that endured his entire life. As a teenager, Kenny developed a passion for surfing and would spend much of his free time on local beaches and traveling up and down the Central Coast. As Kenny approached his senior year at SBHS, the Vietnam War was raging and his very close friend had just been killed in action. Deeply impacted by this, Kenny made the decision to skip his senior year of high school and enlist in the U.S. Marines. Kenny quickly established himself as a leader in boot camp and was designated Platoon Leader and awarded a stripe at graduation. Kenny’s strong work ethic, courage and intensity continued to serve him well during his first tour of Vietnam, serving on the Heavy Cruiser USS St. Paul. During his first combat engagement, Kenny would become the only Marine to operate a 5”/54 gun battery on the Navy ship and would quickly assume other leadership roles within the Marine Corp attachment. After serving two tours in Vietnam, Kenny returned to civilian life in Santa Barbara, where he dedicated himself to fatherhood and his professional life. After landing an entry-level job at Pep Boys, Kenny rose through the ranks and eventually became General Manager and the face of the store in Santa Barbara, until relocating to Lompoc. Upon his retirement in 2005, Kenny and his wife Dianne relocated to Mounds, OK where they would enjoy ranch life, their many animals and each other. Kenny is survived by his wife Dianne Walters, four brothers, three grown children: Susan Schroeder, Devon Walters, Shawn Walters and six grandchildren. A Memorial & Celebration of Life will be held at Leadbetter Beach on September 17, 2021 at 2pm (large picnic area at the end of the parking lot).
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LaunchPoint reported successful trial flights for the use of its hybrid GenSet technology.
LaunchPoint reports successful flights Goleta company makes progress with technology to power cargo drones and eventually flying cars By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR
Goleta-based LaunchPoint, whose technology could eventually set the stage one day for flying cars, has announced the success of its extended flight trials for drones using its hybrid GenSet technology. The trials were done in collaboration with Offshore Aviation, LaunchPoint reported in a news release Tuesday. Offshore tested its advanced unmanned quadcopter aircraft, the OA-8C (ER) Dragonfly. The craft was fitted with LaunchPoint’s integrated 5.5 kW hybrid-electric HPS055 GenSet. With LaunchPoint’s flight-
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Continued from Page A1 City Fire, told the News-Press Tuesday that he could tell early on that the Dixie Fire had potential to be a massive fire. “You could tell it was a big fire just by the smoke flume, so we got to work right away,” Mr. McCoy said. “You never can predict if it’s going to be the second largest in California history, but it was a big fire we could tell by the conditions. It was very hot and very dry, (we knew) that it had potential to be a big fire.” During the two-week
extending technology, the Dragonfly’s hover endurance increased to more than 90 minutes in 90-degree Fahrenheit ambient conditions without refueling. LaunchPoint reported that the technology effectively tripled the range of current battery-powered drones on the market. “In both forward flight and in lower temperatures, endurance is expected to increase,” LaunchPoint said in its news release. “The weight of the test configuration flown was reported at 62 pounds (28.1 kg) empty with 13 pounds (5.9 kg) of fuel,” according to LaunchPoint. “The total weight at take-off was 75
assignment, Mr. McCoy and his team worked in various areas to contain the fire, including the State Route 70 corridor, the west edge near Lake Almanor, the north fork of Feather River where the fire started and the town of Greenville, which saw three-quarters of its structures destroyed as a result of the fire. The team helped to “mop up” hot spots in the region, lay hoses and contribute structure defense, which culminated in “some really excellent saves on some houses that were burning or threatened to be burned,” Mr. McCoy said. As of Tuesday, Cal Fire reported that the fire was only
pounds (34.1 kg).” LaunchPoint CEO Rob Reali said the trials’ results bring hybrid-electric flight a big step closer to reality. “With the LaunchPoint Genset, flight time is increased over the incumbent all-electric design by three times the duration from 30-minutes to a best-in-class time of 90-minutes with an increased payload. We plan to significantly increase that number soon.” LaunchPoint has been working on technology to power cargo drones and eventually flying cars. In November 2020, LaunchPoint launched its HPS400 (40 kW) GenSet concurrently with its first customer shipments to power
about 25% contained after being active for 27 days. It’s currently burning in three counties — Butte, Lassen and Tehama. Given the intensity of the fire season already combined with the very dry conditions across the state, Mr. McCoy said he expects a busy season ahead. “All the indications — with the low rainfall and the fuels and how dry they are — it seems to be a busy fire season,” Mr. McCoy said. “But the good thing is we’re prepared and trained for this and all departments are all good partners.” “I’m proud that I was able to take this strike team out with really good operational area
large cargo drones and to accommodate future flying vehicle missions that require extended ranges of flight and large payloads. LaunchPoint plans its initial roll-out of GenSets for drone propulsion to be used by the Department of Defense, the U.S. Coast Guard, the U.S. Forestry Service and the Department of Homeland Security. LaunchPoint will promote its technology during the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Exposition, set for Aug. 16-18 in Atlanta. For more information, go to www.launchpnt.com. email: dmason@newspress.com
partners,” he later added. “Our neighboring departments are very good and he had a very successful operation going.” Looking ahead, Mr. McCoy added that the South Coast fire season could be busy when the Santa Ana winds start blowing, likely in the fall. Prior to the start of fire season in the region, Mr. McCoy said he recommends that residents in Santa Barbara County develop an evacuation plan in advance. He recommends utilizing the Ready, Set, Go plan developed by the Santa Barbara Fire Department (sbcfire.com/ready-set-go). email: mhirneisen@newspress.com
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W E DN E S DAY, AUGU S T 11, 2 0 21
The Knife Whisperer
After 40 years as a newspaper reporter, Santa Maria entrepreneur Juan Vergara Hovey became the Knife Whisperer. He hand sharpens knives, scissors, swords and surgical instruments.
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customer in Santa Maria — a man with an intense stare and a deep Southern accent — gave Juan Vergara Hovey two knives to sharpen, saying they’d been in his family for six generations. “Six generations?” Mr. Hovey asked. “How do you know that?” “Ah know,” he said. “Ah know.” Still skeptical, Mr. Hovey said he cleaned and sharpened the knives only to discover that they actually had their date of manufacture stamped into the steel: 1843. “Amazing. We’re talking antebellum America here, right? Two knives, one family, six generations. And in sharpening those knives, I restored them to the use of that family for one, maybe two more generations. What a reward!” said Mr. Hovey from Santa Maria, where he is known as “The Knife Whisperer.” The professional knife sharpener, who calls his business Juan’s Running With Scissors!, hand sharpens knives, scissors, swords and surgical instruments. “What I do for people is profoundly gratifying. I do a very simple thing. I sharpen the object with my hands, a stone and water and produce something that is beautiful and useful,” said the 77-year-old grandfather of two. “But the stories that people tell me about their knives is one of the most exciting things about my work, like the customer in Santa Maria who gave me two knives that had belonged to his late father-in-law, who served Howard Hughes as his personal chef after the war,” Mr. Hovey told the News-Press. “After Hughes died, he helped raise money to save the Spruce Goose, Hughes’ huge propeller-driven wood-frame seaplane — at the time the largest airplane ever built, and the only large aircraft built of laminated spruce and birch. “Hughes got the plane into the air only once, and then only for a minute or so,” he said. The Spruce Goose used to sit in a dome next to the Queen Mary in Long Beach.
Juan Vergara Hovey calls his business Juan’s Running With Scissors!
“Today, it’s in the Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville, Ore.,” Mr. Hovey said. “My customer’s knives, meanwhile, are in his kitchen in Santa Maria.” Mr. Hovey also shared the story of a daito— a samurai long sword possessed by a customer who asked him to repair some damage to the edge and sharpen it. “My customer believes that his father took the sword from a Japanese officer whom he killed in hand-to-hand combat during the war in the Pacific — and I say ‘believes’ because the father came home from the war with this sword and a long scar across his back and did not speak of war to his son. “What is certain is that this is not one of the cheap military-issue swords carried by Japanese officers whose families did not possess the real thing. It’s a true longsword whose provenance is precisely revealed by the mei, or the maker’s signature inscribed on the sword’s tang. “The mei dates the sword to 1913, and the good bet is that the sword was the prized possession of the Japanese officer’s family, given to him by his father to carry into war according to time-honored
tradition. “That young man did not come home from war with his long sword. My customer’s father did, only to leave the story of the sword and the war he fought untold. “It is a magnificent weapon, and it stands in a place of honor in my customer’s home in remembrance of the mute worthiness of his father and of the young Japanese officer who gave it up in death — and of that man’s father who, having lost his son in war, may himself not have spoken of war again.” When it comes to fascinating stories, however, Mr. Hovey has a unique one about his own life during which he successfully took on several disparate careers that were purposely out of his comfort zone. His 40-year career as a newspaperman began at the age of 19, when, with no degree in journalism and no experience, he became a cub reporter for the Kansas City Star in Kansas City, Mo., for $250 a month. “I grew up in Santa Fe, dropped out of several colleges, and my father said I had to get a job. I wanted to write,” said Mr. Hovey. “Several years later, I became the
courthouse beat reporter for the Jefferson City News Tribune in Missouri. “Then I decided I wanted to write a book so I moved to Mexico. And six months later, my wife was killed in a car accident, and I and our 6-month-old daughter, Maya, narrowly escaped death. I was a 23-year-old widower with a baby daughter,” he said. From 1967 to 1968, Mr. Hovey was city editor at the Santa Fe New Mexican until earning a year-long scholarship at the Santa Fe campus of St. John’s College in Annapolis, Md., after which Mr. Hovey moved to California to become the assistant city editor for the Oakland Tribune for 12 years. He also married again and became the father of two more daughters. “My wife, Elise Cassel, and I have been married for 43 years, and Maya is now 56,” said Mr. Hovey, who decided in 1973 to leave the newspaper business for something completely new — selling life and health insurance. “It’s a very tough business that few people understand. I knew nothing about it, but I learned Please see KNIVES on B2
“I sharpen freehand — no machines, no cheater angle guides, just me, my waterstones and the knives,” Juan Vergara Hovey said.
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2021
All that jazz and more at Center Stage Theater
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Christy Pastence meets Moutaz, on a park bench in Central Park in “Breaking the Code,” a romantic comedy that will be performed Aug. 28 at Center Stage Theater. This month, Center Stage Theater is presenting a jazz and blues concert, a ballet troupe and a romantic comedy. The theater is upstairs at Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara.
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You’ll find everything from blues and jazz to ballet and a romantic comedy this month at Center Stage Theater, upstairs at Paseo Nuevo. You can purchase tickets at centerstagetheater.org. Audience members will be required to wear masks at all times in the Santa Barbara theater. Here’s a schedule. SATURDAY The Youth Blues & Jazz Band will perform during “Back to School Concert For a Cause” at 6:45 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission and free for those 17 and younger. Proceeds will benefit the Turner Foundation Music & Imagination Program, an
afterschool program for students. To learn more about the TFMI, go to www.theturnerfoundation. com. AUG. 27 Ballet22 will present “The Best of Ballet22” at 7 p.m. The show will include excerpts from “Carmen,” Ramon Olier’s critically acclaimed ballet, as well as segments from “Giselle’ and “Le Corsaire.” There will also be contemporary works by choreographers Joshua Stayton, Jehbreal Jackson and Myles Thatcher. Ballet22 was started in 2020 to explore what’s possible in ballet by breaking gender stereotypes and to empower LGBTQ+ artists and audiences. Tickets cost $23 to $103. AUG. 28 Claudia Hoag Mcgarry will present “Breaking the Code” at 3
and 7 p.m. The play is about Christy Pastence, a somewhat lonely 50-year-old playwright and widow living in the Upper West part of New York City. One day she meets Moutaz, a young Pakistani-American man, on a park bench in Central Park. The production stars Shelly Best, Gul Saeed, Heather Terbell, Claire Waterhouse, Shari Howard and Marlene Matosian. “Breaking the Code” is directed by Jordana Lawrence. The music is by Ashley Jones and Paul McGarry. Tickets cost $20 for general admission, $18 for students and $15 for students. You can follow Center Stage Theater on social media @ centerstagetheatersb or Facebook@CenterStage SB. email: dmason@newspress.com
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Bear is a sweet cat whose favorite toys are ankle socks. The 8-year-old tortie/lynx point mix female cat is awaiting adoption through the Animal Shelter Assistance Program. After coming to the ASAP shelter in Goleta, she became depressed and wanted to be left alone. Now that she’s had time to mourn, she has begun showing her sweet personality. Bear loves to snuggle and responds well to being petted. And she loves to carry her favorite
toys, ankle socks, around the house. Like many of ASAP’s cats during the pandemic, Bear may move to a foster home but remains available for adoption. Check out www.asapcats.org for adoptable cats, adoption applications and fostering opportunities. Until ASAP reopens to the public, you can contact the nonprofit at info@asapcats.org or 805-683-3368. — Dave Mason
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 Services-Lompoc. • 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 (with
campuses in Goleta and Santa Maria), sbhumane.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
‘Watchers’ at Ojai theater OJAI — Local playwright Tom Eubanks will present a staged reading of “Watchers,” his new play about detectives, at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Ojai Art Center Theater, 113 S. Montgomery St. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. In “Watchers,” private eyes Bradley and Lucky stake out a beach house in a second-
Victims of sexual abuse at Cate School and Thatcher school, or any other institution, please contact Brian Claypool, a nationally regarded trial attorney and media personality of the Claypool Law Firm at 626-664-9489. Currently represents 200 victims of child sexual abuse against the Boy Scouts of America and over 50 victims of child sex abuse against the city of Santa Monica and the Police Activities League. The firm recovered an average of nearly $1million per victim in the Santa Monica case without lengthy litigation. We also recovered $38 million for 19 sexual abuse victims in the landmark Miramonte case against Los Angeles Unified School District. A new California Law now allows adult victims of past child sex abuse to take legal action for civil financial compensation. www.claypoollawfirm.com Claypool Law Firm 4 E Holly Street, Suite 201 Pasadena CA, 91103 626-664-9489
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Continued from Page B1 everything there was to know about it. In 1981, I was recruited to write newsletters about it in Santa Monica, and in 1997 I was offered a job with the Los Angeles Times writing about insurance and finance. I pinched myself everyday. I was the luckiest guy in the world,” he said. Four years later, Mr. Hovey became a ghost writer for lawyers and CPAs, and in 2011, he retired to live in Santa Maria. “I had written every damn word I wanted to write. I had accomplished my goal to become a true journalist, meaning somebody who actually knows what he is writing about.” Once again, Mr.Hovey decided to try something totally different. “I wanted to change gears, to rewire my brain,” he said. “I wanted to work with my hands, so I began woodworking, making furniture,
floor, unoccupied condominium under construction. A routine domestic assignment on a rainy Southern California night turns topsy-turvy when their employer, stripper-turnedprivate-eye Lena Masterson, shows up. After the reading, audience members can provide feedback about the play, which remains in
development. Mr. Eubanks worked as a California-licensed private investigator for 45 years. He retired in March 2020 to write full time. For more information, call 805-701-7576 or send an email to tom@tomeubanks.com
and in the process became fascinated with making hand planes, a tool for smoothing wood, for woodworkers. “I spent five years doing nothing but making hand planes — 50 to 60 of them — which I tried to sell with no luck, but I learned about steel and wood and sharpness.” He came away from the effort knowing what sharp is, and when people started asking him to sharpen their salon and barber shears and their kitchen knives and the occasional samurai sword, he launched his business in 2019. “It really took off after Williams Sonoma in La Cumbre Plaza hired me to sharpen knives in their store during the holiday season. The demand astonished me. No one was doing fine hand sharpening, which takes skill and patience,” he said. “I use a technology even older than the pedal-driven stone grinding wheel — the Japanese waterstone. And I sharpen
freehand — no machines, no cheater angle guides, just me, my waterstones and the knives.” Besides salon shears and clipper blades for hair stylists and barbers, he also sharpens surgical and dental instruments for physicians, dentists and veterinarians. His price for each piece is the same — $12.50 — “no matter how long, how short or how dull. If it has an edge, I can sharpen it.” The former journalist finds it ironic that these days he struggles to write a sentence or a paragraph. “My brain works in a different way,” he said. “It’s a different world for me — one that is profoundly exciting.”
— Dave Mason
email: mmcmahon@newspress.com
FYI For more information about Juan the Sharpener, call 805-878-5203 or visit www.juanthesharpener.com.
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Diversions horoscope • puzzles
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ARIES — There may be power struggles brewing beneath the surface that become evident in your interactions, Aries. Your first reaction may be to get upset and make your viewpoint even more rigid. It’s important that you be more laid back. Accept that other people have different perspectives on the situation. Work with instead of against them. Walk away if others are unreasonable. TAURUS — You may find yourself running in a million different directions, Taurus. This is a good day to do errands. You can juggle many things at once, so continue with confidence. Make sure that you do each task thoroughly instead of skimming over them. Others are likely to notice your work. Do work that makes you proud. GEMINI — Your emotions are likely to be pulled to extremes, Gemini. A key aspect of today is communication, and it wields a great deal of power. People are fighting for knowledge today so be sure of your facts before you start tossing them out there. You’ll command respect from others, thanks to your solid commitment to the truth. CANCER — Don’t underestimate people’s sensitivity to certain situations, Cancer. You may work with a detachment that’s healthy on a day like this. You can deal with issues in a levelheaded way without getting caught up in emotional drama. Meanwhile, others might take things very personally. Be aware of their needs. These people are some of your most valuable resources. Treat them with respect. LEO — Talking things over with friends is likely to be a nourishing exercise for you, Leo. Instead of trying to work things out in your head, say them aloud and ask others for their perspectives. A tremendous amount of healing can take place when you confess what’s bothering you. Find the relief that comes from having a willing listener. VIRGO — Engage in lively activities with friends who keep you abreast of the latest in culture, Virgo. See a movie, go to a bookstore, or visit a museum. This should be a fun time in which you can bounce ideas around and explore your thoughts and feelings. Be careful that your conversation doesn’t16, lapse into Monday, November 2015 gossip. Don’t let everyone else’s
affairs suddenly become more important than yours. LIBRA — You may think few people understand you, Libra. Even if you try to explain your thought process and where you are emotionally, it still seems like others are more concerned with themselves. Only you can really understand how you feel. Be your own cheerleader. It isn’t necessary for everyone to understand everything about you. An air of mystery is part of what makes you intriguing. SCORPIO — Your mood is likely to be malleable, Scorpio, depending on the people you’re with and situation you’re in. One minute you may be high as a kite and the next you’re down in the dumps. There’s likely to be very little middle ground. The key for you now is to align yourself with those with a positive attitude who can bring helpful working solutions to the issues. SAGITTARIUS — Try not to spend too much time on one issue today, Sagittarius. It’s possible that you’ll get so wrapped up in it that that you’ll find it hard to deal with anything else. Take care of one issue the best you can and move to the next without dwelling on the first. Your focus is strong, and you can tackle many issues efficiently. CAPRICORN — Things should be going well for you, Capricorn. Stay on track and you’ll have a clear runway. If you deviate from where you need to be, you might get a harsh reminder from something or someone. There are powerful forces at work. You’ll benefit if you work with instead of against them. Maintain your focus on the truth and those aspects that align with your soul. AQUARIUS — You may feel like you’re walking a tightrope, Aquarius. One wrong step will cause you to tumble to the ground. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. You may see things as life or death situations when what’s required now is an upbeat attitude. If you insist on making things more complicated than they need to be, you may turn away the very people who can help you. PISCES — Someone or something may intimidate you and make you want to retreat, Pisces. But this person or situation is the very thing you need now in order to do what you have to do. Opportunities are there for you even though they may be disguised. Once you find them you will know. Have confidence that you’re ready for the next step in your journey.
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05",)# ./4)#%3 PETITION OF: CATHERINE SPAULDING MARKS FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV02756 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: CATHERINE SPAULDING MARKS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: CATHERINE SPAULDING MARKS to Proposed name: KATHRYN LAYNE HARK 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: September 24, 2021 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 4 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 07/29//2021 Name: DONNA D. GECK, Judge of the Superior Court. AUG 11, 18, 25; SEP 1 / 2021--57446
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002043. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: STAINLESS SPECIALTIES, 122 HARBOR WAY, CONTAINER #1 & #2, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109, MAILING ADDRESS: 6 HARBOR WAY #136, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: DANIEL R SHANNON, 883 WINDSOR WAY, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/13/2021 by: E28, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jul 01, 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)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210001875. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: ALVAREZ BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, 1526 LAGUNA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: ANDRES E ALVAREZ, 1526 LAGUNA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS NAMES: SANTA BATH BOMBS. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County ClerkRecorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 06/28/2021 by: E28, 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)
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GIL ALFRED CARDONA Case Number: 21PR00261 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Gil Alfred Cardona A Petition for Probate has been filed by Randy Paul Cardona in the SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that Randy Paul Cardona 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: August 19, 2021 at Time: 9:00 AM, in Dept.: 5, located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; PO Box 21107, Santa Barbara, CA 93121-1107, Anacapa Division. Appearance via ZOOM. Meeting ID: 959 8605 7786, Passcode: 9000795. 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. Petitioner: Randy Paul Cardona Address: 331 Lomita Court Aptos, CA 95003 Phone: 831 332-2659
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05",)# ./4)#%3 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002187. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: THE SALON-SANTA BARBARA, 218 WEST CANON PERDIDO, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: GERALYN M HERSEY, 419 LOS ROBLES LANE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105. LETICIA A ARROYO, 814 WEST MISSION STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/28/2021 by: E953, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Aug 10, 1986. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002001. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: DOUGLAS J CICILEO DBA NORTON TREE CARE, 717 WESTERN AVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: DOUGLAS J. CICILEO, 717 WESTERN AVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/08/2021 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jul 07, 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) JUL 21, 28; AUG 4, 11 / 2021--57294
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002054. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: SEMPRA, 488 8TH AVENUE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101, COUNTY OF PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: SAN DIEGO. Full Name(s) of registrants: SEMPRA ENERGY, 488 8TH AVENUE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/13/2021 by: E24, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jun 29, 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) JUL 21, 28; AUG 4, 11 / 2021--57296
AUG 4, 11, 18, 25 / 2021--57418 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002252. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: ELITE HOME SERVICES, 5142 HOLLISTER AVE UNIT 148, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: ELITE CONSTRUCTION SB, 5142 HOLLISTER AVE UNIT 148, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 08/04/2021 by: E35, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jan 04, 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)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210001838. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: AMERICAN TAXI, 400 ELLWOOD BEACH DR. UNIT 3, GOLETA, CA 93117, MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 1845, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93116-1845, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: MOHAMMAD RASHID, 400 ELLWOOD BEACH DR. UNIT 3, GOLETA, CA 93117. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 06/23/2021 by: E31, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jun 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)
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002023. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: THE LAUREL CO., 146 E. CARRILLO ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: D.A. PETERSON ENTERPRISES, INC., 146 E. CARRILLO ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/12/2021 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jun 07, 1995. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002263. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: TRULY HONORED, 507 BOLINAS WAY, UNIT 105, GOLETA, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: BRYAN A LASSITER, 507 BOLINAS WAY, UNIT 105, GOLETA, CA 93117. ARIELLA R LASSITER, 507 BOLINAS WAY, UNIT 105, GOLETA, CA 93117. This business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 08/04/2021 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)
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002133. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: INNOVATE CYBERSECURITY, 1505 CHAPALA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Mailing address: 123 EAST BASELINE ROAD, SUITE D102, TEMPLE, AZ 85283. Full Name(s) of corporation: NOVACOAST, 1505 CHAPALA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. STATE OF ORG.: CALIFORNIA This business is conducted by: A Corporation. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/21/2021 by: E953, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jul 10, 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 of a 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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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210001959. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: RUNNING HORSE EVENTS, 331 SYCAMOREDRIVE,BUELLTON, CA 93427, MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 45, SOLVANG, CA 93464. STATE OF INC.: CA. County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: RUNNING HORSE MEDIA, LLC., 331 SYCAMORE DRIVE, BUELLTON, CA 93427, MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 45, SOLVANG, CA 93464. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/06/2021 by: E24, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jul 01, 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) JUL 28; AUG 4, 11, 18 / 2021--57395
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Sanchez hired as PVHS men’s wrestling coach SANTA MARIA — The Pioneer Valley High School Panthers varsity men’s wrestling team is gaining a head coach with a winning record, Brett Sanchez. “PVHS is very excited to have Mr. Brett Sanchez coach and mentor the men’s wrestling team for Pioneer Valley High School,’’ Panther Athletic Director Anthony Morales said in a news release. “Brett is a well-respected wrestling coach in the state of California and across the country too. “With his knowledge, skill, motivation and coaching experience, we are thrilled to have him lead the program and work with our PVHS kids.’’ Mr. Sanchez recently served as the associate head coach at Clackamas Community College, leading the Oregon City, Ore., team to a third straight junior-college national title. He is working on earning his teaching credential “I am truly grateful for this opportunity to be the head wrestling coach at Pioneer Valley with an awesome support system and administration behind me,’” he said. “I am excited to build a competitive wrestling program here that will be well-known with an identity for excellence on and off the mat.”
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Brett Sanchez served as the associate head coach at Clackamas Community College in Oregon City, Ore., before coming to Pioneer Valley HighSchool.
Former head coach Kent Olson resigned last season to be closer to home in Lemoore in Kings County. Mr. Olson, who is a Class of 2014 California Wrestling Hall of Fame inductee, is now coaching at Dinuba High School. During Coach Olson’s last season at PVHS, the Panthers won the Division II CIF Team Championship. — Annelise Hanshaw
Zoo announces Zoofari Ball You can experience the Santa Barbara Zoo after dark during Zoofari Ball XXXV. The event is set for 5:30 to 11 p.m. Aug. 28. This year’s theme is “Return to Basecamp.” Guests are encouraged to don their safari gear and join the party on the hilltop, where there will be music under the stars and cocktails. Guests must be 21 or older. “Rincon Events is back to serve up a spread back at camp that will be the envy of the entire pride,” the zoo said in a news release. Zoo CEO Rich Block said, “If there’s one thing for sure we can say about this past year, it’s been wild. We’re looking forward to celebrating together in person finally, and also shining a light on the continued need for support to make up for what was lost due to
the pandemic. “We can’t wait to welcome you back to the hilltop for Santa Barbara’s biggest ‘fun-raiser’ of the year!” Mr. Block said. The zoo emphasized Zoofari’s importance for fundraising. The zoo said that the pandemic led the zoo to experience the greatest revenue loss in its 57-year history. “Zoofari Ball XXXV is not only an opportunity for the Zoo to welcome supporters back for its signature event, but it will help raise much needed funds to help the zoo recover financially,” the zoo said. Zoofari is currently sold out. To be put on a wait list, contact Sam Franz at sfranz@sbzoo.org or 805-679-8442. You also can discuss sponsorships with Mr. Franz. — Dave Mason
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY/COMPLETION NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT PROPOSED TRUST ACQUISITION OF VOLKS PROPERTY FEE-TO-TRUST PROJECT Notice is hereby given that the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Pacific Regional Office, has signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) in regards to the Environmental Assessment (EA), dated June 2021, which analyzes the environmental impacts of the proposed trust acquisition of two parcels encompassing a total of approximately 0.51 acres (the site), by the United States for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians (Tribe). This proposed federal action would result in the demolition of the existing structure on the site and development of that site into a parking lot to serve the adjoining Chumash Museum and Cultural Center. The site is located north of State Route 246, west of Edison Street, and south of Numancia Street at the entrance of downtown Santa Ynez in Santa Barbara County. The purpose of the proposed action is to provide additional parking to adequately serve the neighboring project, the Chumash Museum and Cultural Center, and thereby allowing the project to operate efficiently. No comments were received during the public review period, and based on the analysis and impacts contained in the EA, the BIA has determined that the proposed action will not have a significant impact on the quality of the human environment. Therefore, in accordance with Section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act, 42 U.S.C § 4321 et seq., an Environmental Impact Statement is not required and a FONSI has been signed by the Regional Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs. The FONSI is available at the Solvang Library and at the following website address: ChumashVolksEA. com. For further information, please contact Chad Broussard, Environmental Protection Specialist, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Pacific Region, at (916) 978-6165 or by email at chad.broussard@bia.gov. AUG 11 / 2021 -- 57452
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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Bids open at 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 26, 2021 for: BELLA VISTA LOW WATER CROSSING REPLACEMENT IN THE 1ST SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT COUNTY PROJECT No. 830358, FEDERAL AID PROJECT No. n/a General project work description: Low Water Crossing The Plans, Specifications, and Bid Book are available at https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874. The Contractor must have either a Class A license or any combination of the following Class C licenses which constitutes a majority of the work: C-8, C-12, C-50 The DBE Contract Goal is 0%. For the Federal Training Program, the number of trainees or apprentices is 0. Submit sealed bids to the web address below. Bids will be opened available at the web address below immediately following the submittal deadline. PlanetBids https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 Complete the project work within 30 Workings Days. The estimated cost of the project is $ 166,000 This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). A contractor or subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, subject to the requirements of PCC Section 4104, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work, as defined in this chapter, unless currently registered and qualified to perform public work pursuant to Labor Code (LAB) Section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Business and Professions Code (BPC) Section 7029.1 or by PCC Section 10164 or 20103.5 provided the contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to LAB Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. Prevailing wages are required on this Contract. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Obtain the wage rates at the DIR website https://www.dir.ca.gov/. The federal minimum wage rates for this Contract as determined by the United States Secretary of Labor are available at https://www.wdol.gov/. Copies are also available at the office of the Department of Public Works – Engineering Division, 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. If the minimum wage rates as determined by the United States Secretary of Labor differs from the general prevailing wage rates determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations for similar classifications of labor, the Contractor and subcontractors must not pay less than the higher wage rate. The Department does not accept lower State wage rates not specifically included in the federal minimum wage determinations. This includes helper, or other classifications based on hours of experience, or any other classification not appearing in the federal wage determinations. Where federal wage determinations do not contain the State wage rate determination otherwise available for use by the Contractor and subcontractors, the Contractor and subcontractors must not pay less than the federal minimum wage rate that most closely approximates the duties of the employees in question. Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be submitted as a bidder inquiry by 2:00 PM on 08/20/2021. Submittals after this date will not be addressed. Questions pertaining to this Project prior to Award of the Contract must be submitted via PlanetBids Q&A tab. Bidders (Plan Holders of Record) will be notified by electronic mail if addendums are issued. The addendums, if issued, will only be available on the County PlanetBids website, https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43874 Scott D. McGolpin Director of Public Works AUG 11 / 2021 -- 57441
for accessibility. Mr. Jordan was the first to mention the Americans with Disabilities Act, concerned about the city’s liability, which soon became a theme throughout the over four-hour-long discussion. City Engineer and ADA Coordinator Brian D’Amour addressed concerns. “Whether or not we’re exposed or have any liability there, I would just say that in general, we’ve got a lot of liability throughout just in our right of way through nonconforming things,” he said. “Historic properties are not exempt from ADA requirements. And to the greatest extent possible, historic buildings or structures must be as accessible as nonhistoric buildings.” A ramp was added to the bridge around 1930, according to council comments. “(The bridge) is clearly not up to any current, or even recent past, standard for accessibility,” Mr. D’Amour said. “Normally the ADA allows for a process that you go through with a historic structure … The issue here is we have a bridge, and you have to go from point A to point B.” Councilmember Sneddon said she has seen wheelchair users push themselves on the street because the path isn’t usable. Controversy arises out of the structure’s historic significance. The National Register of Historic Places recognized the Mission Canyon Bridge individually in February 2020, and the area itself is a historic resource. Until Caltrans deems the
bridge “structurally deficient,” the city must maintain the historic resource. The structural sufficiency rating has dropped from 52 to 44 in the past two years but is not “deficient.” “We have some (bridges) that have reached a lower sufficiency rating that are still in use. The issue we have with that sufficiency rating is that it’s kind of a guideline for the city that as it drops, it may be critical in the near term and as we know, it takes a long time to both design and construct bridge replacements,” Engineering Project Manager Eric Goodall said. The bridge could potentially be damaged in an earthquake, as one of its abutments sits on a faultline. Public Works proposed plans that used the current stone’s construction and added a second arch or constructed a hidden concrete structure inside the stone. All plans include widening the bridge. The Santa Barbara Historic Landmarks Commission preferred to leave the bridge as-is but supported the idea of adding a separate pedestrian bridge. “The bridge is kind of a microcosm of what’s coming ahead of, of the significant changes that are taking place, in terms of losing the historic nature of our city, versus the need to progress and to adapt to the times,” Councilmember Eric Friedman said. “And that’s always the case in cities. But in Santa Barbara, we’re internationally known for the preservation of our city.” Mayor Murillo said the Mission Canyon bridge has made it to council many times but that it’s “time to do something.” email: ahanshaw@newspress.com