Santa Barbara News-Press: December 16, 2020

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Peter Adam bids farewell to Board of Supervisors By JOSH GREGA NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

After eight years of public service, Fourth District Supervisor and Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Peter Adam had his last board meeting on Tuesday, during which he was honored by past and present colleagues from Santa Barbara County. Following the meeting’s departmental agenda, the board adopted a resolution to honor Mr. Adam’s service to the county. Fellow board members, Sheriff Bill Brown, Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley, and others paid a round of compliments to the Santa Maria resident and farmer, with some occasional light

roasting. Many of the comments praising Mr. Adam centered around him pushing for fiscal responsibility, better infrastructure, addressing deferred maintenance, and being open and honest about his opinions even when he was the only one to hold them. County CEO Mona Miyasato thanked Mr. Adam for his “doggedness” in pushing the board to be more concerned about deferred maintenance and “the essentials of what government is supposed to do.” She added, “Even though in your whole eight years you only voted once to approve the recommended budget, I and my department always felt supported by you.”

Mr. Adam was then shown a gift not “to him,” Ms. Miyasato said, but rather a gift “from him,” a framed board inquiry form that Mr. Adam sent last fiscal year regarding deferred maintenance costs. County assistant CEO Jeff Frapwell remarked that the framed BIF form serves as an important reminder of the county government’s obligation to be “faithful stewards of taxpayers’ resources.” Assistant CEO Barney Melekian praised Mr. Adam’s integrity and delineated that the outgoing supervisor is a “public servant” rather than a “politician.” “He thinks that as public servants, we should recognize that the greatest gift of our job is to make the opportunity to

make a positive difference in peoples’ lives, and the greatest sin is indifference to those people and their problems,” he said. Mr. Melekian added that Mr. Adam has never spoken badly of any of his fellow board members even though he often had an opposite opinion and was frequently outvoted. Mr. Adam’s willingness to plainly express opinions different from those of his colleagues was complimented by many. Sheriff Brown stated that Mr. Adam’s viewpoints brought an “important sense of balance” to the board. “It’s important that we have a mixture of thought and a mixture of belief,” the sheriff Please see ADAM on A8

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Fourth District Supervisor Peter Adam participated in his last Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday.

SB Unified plans ahead

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A king tide pushes the water close to the parking lot and restrooms Monday at Leadbetter Beach.

Council prohibits conversion of senior mobile home parks, rent increases By GRAYCE MCCORMICK NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara City Council unanimously adopted an interim urgency ordinance prohibiting the conversion of senior mobile home parks and excessive vacancy rent increases in its regular meeting Tuesday. This move comes after numerous mobile home park residents spoke up about recent notices from the Flamingo Mobile Home Park ownership announcing a rule change to convert the park from its current senior-only occupancy to an all-age park. Residents expressed fear that the loss of senior-only occupancy would destabilize them socially and

economically. The ordinance prohibits the conversion and enacts an interim vacancy rent control cap of 10% to prevent excessive space rent increases from being imposed upon transfer of ownership of a mobile home. “Nationwide, there is a move to raise the rent on the underlying ground that devalues the mobile home that the residents own, so what happens is that those residents are not able to either sell their home, or when rent comes up, it devalues them and puts them in even more of a financial predicament,” Council member Eric Friedman said. “It is paramount that we understand this issue, that we have an interim ordinance today to allow us time to put a pause on everything

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definitely an at-risk and very needed housing component that we’re trying to protect.” The council also unanimously approved the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code pertaining to permits and regulations for special events, including parades, athletic events and other special events in parks or requiring the closure of streets and other public rights of way. The new process will clarify special event permit requirements, designate a city special events coordinator, enhance customer service for event organizers and streamline the permit review and approval process to achieve efficiencies. Please see council on A8

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and work through a process where we can protect our seniors in housing that they have.” The ordinance is effective immediately and will expire in 45 days, unless extended by the council. After notice, public hearing and a four-fifths vote, the council could extend the ordinance for an additional 22 months and 15 days. Council member Mike Jordan said he would likely not be inclined to extend it for the duration. “I would be inclined to put some pressure on staff and the property owners of Flamingo to clear up some of the disconnect we’ve heard today… and provide those answers in a shorter period of time than two years,” he said. “Senior housing is

The board of the Santa Barbara Unified School District met Tuesday night to tackle year-end tasks and strategize how to better serve students in response to the pandemic. Santa Barbara County Public Health Department school liaison Susan Klein-Rothschild answered questions related to a recent surge in COVID-19 cases, as well as the vaccine recently approved by the FDA. The new case rate for Santa Barbara County is 24.4 cases per 100,000 population. The state’s guidance does not allow schools to reopen under a waiver when the case rate is above 14. The case positivity rate, which has not been an issue this fall, has now escalated into purpletier level with more than 6% of tests coming back positive. Ms. Klein-Rothschild offered to consult with SB Unified on its reopening plan now, so it will be ready to reopen when metrics allow. SB Unified has had a total of 25 cases among students and staff that have been on campus in the small cohort system. Over 2,500 students and 300 staff members have been on campus. Dr. Frann Wageneck, assistant superintendent, pointed out that 68% of the positive cases occurred after Thanksgiving. In a poll to high school principals, she learned that on-campus cohort participation has declined since Thanksgiving with families worried about the increase of COVID-19 in the community. On-campus transmission has not been detected, Dr. Wageneck said. Ms. Klein-Rothschild said she hasn’t seen evidence of schools creating much transmission of the virus, mentioning a recent study showing a small risk of transmission on campus. “We haven’t had those 25 individuals transmit the virus to any other individuals on campus or in our Please see sbusd on A8

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Chuck’s Waterfront Grill and Endless Summer Bar Cafe close permanently

A new Cottage Health urgent care center opened in Buellton Tuesday. The clinic is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. everyday, with the goal of providing complete care in 45 minutes. Located at 328 McMurray Road at the Crossroads in Buellton Village, it joins seven other Cottage Health urgent care facilities in the region. There areWHITTLE two Goleta locations: By JOSH GREGA CHRISTIAN bara Front Country trails and access roads. one at STAFF 7070 Hollister Ave., the NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER WS-PRESS WRITER “What we’re seeing a lot of folks are doing is other at 5652 Calle Real. they’re driving up alongside of the road and just goOxnard has a center on West More than 20 years after they first opened, Chuck’s Developed recreation sites in California will re- ing for hikes up there. That’s ok. There’s not an order Esplande Drive; and Santa Maria’s Waterfront Grill and The Endless Summer Bar CafĂŠ are inis closed through May 15 after the USDA Foragainst hiking trails,â€? said Andew Madsen, U.S. Foron North Broadway. Camarillo, permanently closed. On the morning of April 30 the waService anLuis order extending Venturaissued and San Obispo also the closures est Service spokesman. terfront restaurant announced its closure with a fareursday. have Cottage Health clinics. “We just want to make sure if people go out they’re well post on its Instagram account. The Cottage order was issued for the entire Pacific South- safely spaced between one another. If you get to a staffs its urgent centers a licensed The post read, “It is with heavy hearts that we anstcare Region andwith its 18 National Forests, which in- trailhead and there’s just too many cars there, you nurse a radiology nounce we have closed our doors for good. Thank you des thepractitioner, Los Padres National Forest. should find a different area to go to as opposed to trytechnician and clinical concierges. for your constant support. The memories will never be The initial closure order went into effect March 26 ing to get in.â€? Cold and flu symptoms, minor forgotten.â€? d was set to expire April 30. As state and local responses to the coronavirus cuts, burns, sprains, allergies Despite the current economic chaos due to the COVt and applied tominor recreational use areas other ailments can be such as camp- pandemic continue to evolve, the Forest Service felt ID-19 pandemic, the prospect of Chuck’s and Endless unds, day use sites and picnic areas. treated at urgent care. that the situation warranted a two week extension of Summer ceasing operation dates back to before the outThe Cottage order was issued to discourage Health provides virtual large gather- the closures, said Mr. Madsen. services well, so patients break. According to the agenda of a March 24 Santa Barscare of people andaspromote safe social distancing of “At the end of that they’ll evaluate and see where canmore receive treatment from the bara City Council meeting in which assignment of the ying than six feet apart. we’re at and whether or not we’re going to continue of their home.Ranger District, 12 camprestaurant’s lease to COURTESY a new operator was the first item, ncomfort the Santa Barbara as we need it,â€? said Mr. Madsen. PHOTOS Toand learn more, visit will remain closed, includChuck’s and Endless Summer co-owner Steve Hyslop unds picnic areas “This order can be rescinded at any time. If McMurray local Cottage Health opened an urgent care clinic Tuesday at 328 Road in the Crossroads at Buellton cottagehealth.org/urgentcare. informed the Waterfront Department of his desire to the Fremont campground and WhiteVillage. Rock and A licensed nurse practitioner, a like radiology and health officials say it looks the skytechnician has cleared upclinical concierges provide care to sell the establishment in August 2019. d Rock picnic areas. patients. Virtual appointments are also available. — Annelise Hanshaw we can rescind the order tomorrow. For right now, we After receiving the department’s lease assignment The order Thursday does not add to the closures don’t want to extend it out too far. requirements, Mr. Hyslop began searching for a new eady in place for Santa Barbara. While other ar“We just want to make sure in the next couple of buyer and ultimately found it in businessman Aaron like the Monterey Ranger District have closed weeks as we monitor what’s going on that we are takPetersen, who operates a number of restaurants in Solilheads and forest roads, locals will still have ac- ing the appropriate steps along with our state and vang including Chomp, The Coffee House by Chomp, s to the many Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Bar- local partners.â€?

Brekkies by Chomp, and Mortensen’s Danish Bakery. The initial lease for the Chuck’s and Endless Summer property is 10 years with four, five-year options to extend the term of the lease. Mr. Petersen is inheriting the existing lease with only the four, five-year options remaining, with an average seasonally adjusted base rent of $23,585 per month. Though Mr. Petersen plans to continue running Chuck’s and Endless Summer in line with its current operation for a time, the restaurant has upgrades planned for around the fall. According to the agenda, under Mr. Petersen’s business plan the second floor of the establishment will be converted into a traditional deli cafĂŠ focused on sandwiches, soups, and salads, with a gourmet grocery area selling wine, beer, and prepackaged foods. For evenings, the second floor will have a full bar and a dinner menu focusing on “adult food and beverages.â€? The restaurant’s ground floor is proposed to be similar to Mr. Petersen’s Chomp restaurants. Its menu of burgers, fries, and shakes will cater to families, young adults, and retirees, and for evenings will be converted to a “dinner type atmosphere.â€? email: jgrega@newspress.com

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The Santa Barbara County PubKENNETH SONG / NEWS-PRESS Health Department announced new confirmed COVID-19 cases The weather will be sunny and in the 70s this weekend along the South Coast. in critical condition, police said. Detours in the surrounding areas will be Thursday, bringing the county’s in effect to minimize construction duration Detectives are continuing to investigate are confirmed COVID-19 al to 495. er than in person. Cottage Health, and disruption to normal traffic flow.positive. Traffic both shootings. Members of the public with * Of 16 patients in isolation, t was the largest number in The couple will still have to be control and temporary delays should be 6 painformation related to the incidents are asked by 805-928-3781 the numbers tients are inBarbara critical Street care. and $BMJGPSOJB USVMZ NBUUFST BOE re than a week, with but one Maria physically withinpolice Califorexpected along Santa to contact by calling ext. SANTA MARIA —all The Santa Police present A look at the status of Cottage * Cottage has collected 3,577 cuming from the North County. nia and provide whatever proof associated cross streets. Access will be 2277. To leave a tip on the police tip line, call Department is investigating two different for residents and businesses, 2677. Health through Thursday: maintainedmulative test samples: 206 resulted The numberthat of healthcare work- and theleft county may require.ext They shootings occurred Monday two clerk805-928-3781 although disruptions should * Cottage Health is caring for a temporary GPS UIF QVOEJUT BOE UIF DBNQBJHOT in positive, 3,124 resulted inbe negainfected with the virus grew must also present photo identificamen injured. — Mitchell anticipated, especially paving activities total of 205 patientsWhite across all cam- tive, and 247while are pending. In most ain on Thursday, to 66. police tion. Around 12:10 moving p.m. Monday, were are taking of place. notified that a shooting victim at these tests, patients did not reThe number still recovering at ishad arrived The license can then be issued puses. Road closures and detours are expected adult * 153 are acute care patients; 220 quire hospital wMarian just 75. Regional Medical Center. The via email. at the following dates andadmission. locations: today to male arrived at the emergency roomAdults via who wish to be married acute care beds remain available. Friday, at Garden and Anapamu streets; and private vehicle and the victim had can suffered * In surge planning, capacity also aconduct a ceremony to Jan. 4 is to 6, at Santa Barbaraby andthe Micheltorena ov. Newsom allows gunshot wound and received treatment. UIF FJHIU QSFTJEFOUT FMFDUFE JO UIF identified adding 270 acute care COVID-19, SANTAas BARBARA Conduitfor installation solemnize the marriage, long as — streets. Police later determined the shooting is continuing beds. of Santa No parking signs will be posted at least 72 both parties arework present, and haveon portions numbers rtual marriages occurred in the area of Depot and Chapel Barbara Street as part of*the hours prior toAconstruction and detour Of FY20B the 153Pavement patients, 9 patients at least one witness who can join look at nationwide andsigns worldnstreets, a move that’s sure to bring according to a department news Maintenance Project. are on ventilators; 66 ventilators will be in place. The city has contracted with the live video conference. wide numbers through Wednesday: ief to California’s engaged courelease. The work began Nov.remain 3, with the new (adult, pediatric Granite Construction, who is working on available The order will last for 60conduit days and wiring aimed at * In the United States, there are s, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an Around 7:30 p.m., police responded to shots underground the project"DF 4NJUI JT B %FNPDSBUJD QPMJUJDBM in conjunction with Earthbound and neonatal ventilators) and isStreet. subject to the discretion 1,095,210 confirmed cases with ecutive that willWilliams heardorder in theThursday 200 block of West ensuring reliable of traffic signal operations in Electric. The project is funded through * Of the 153 patients, in iso- C.63,861 deaths and 155,737 have fulthe county ow adults to obtain marriage Upon arrival, officers locatedlian adult male clerk.the area. Most of the existing equipment is 50 16 are Measure lation with whovia suffered a gunshot wound. to 60 years old and near the end ofCOVID-19 its service symptoms; 7 ly recovered. nses videoconferencing rath- The victim was transported to Marian for treatment and was life, according to city officials. — Mitchell White

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Evelyn Robles, a senior at Pioneer Valley High School, will be attending Yale University on a full-ride scholarship through QuestBridge.

Realizing the American dream SM senior receives full scholarship to study at Yale By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

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Evelyn Robles said she is grateful for the help she’s received at Pioneer Valley High School to prepare for college.

ioneer Valley High School student Evelyn Robles will attend Yale University this fall with a full-ride scholarship from QuestBridge. Miss Robles, a student ranked first in the class of 2021 with a 4.83 GPA, may seem like a shoo-in for an Ivy League education. But as the daughter of immigrants, she overcame challenges to earn this accomplishment. “This is a true blessing for my family. They immigrated to this country 20 years ago, hoping to follow the American dream, and they weren’t sure how they would experience that American dream,” the Santa Maria senior told the News-Press. “But to this day, they say that I am their American dream, because I am living out this college experience that they wish they could have had.” The QuestBridge National

College Match Scholarship helps low-income students attend topranking colleges by covering the cost of tuition, room and board, books and travel expenses. It chooses students through a threemonth application and interview process and matches them to universities. “I’m glad that I’m able to take advantage of this opportunity, because I think that I am setting an example for the community,” she said. “ I am the first person for my high school to attend an Ivy League school, but I hope that I’m not the last.” She is grateful for the AVID program, a four-year program that prepares students for college, and the staff at PVHS for preparing her. “I think that a big part of my success as a student has been feeling this warm support from everyone who has surrounded me,” she said. She has presided as president of the UNICEF club at PVHS for the Please see dream on A4

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Library branches to be closed during holidays

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The Central Library and other Santa Barbara Public Library branches will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4.

SANTA BARBARA — All Santa Barbara Public Library branches will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 4 in observance of the holidays. According to a news release, no library materials will be due during this time, and book returns will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1 and will reopen Jan. 2. Assistance over phone, by chat or email will resume Jan. 5. Grab n’ Go Service will resume at the Montecito Library on Jan. 5 and at the Central Library, Eastside Library and Carpinteria Library on Jan. 6. COURTESY PHOTO

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Low-income households provided housing Just in time for the holidays, Peoples’ Self-Help Housing is providing housing for 78 lowincome households at Guadalupe Court in Guadalupe and Sierra Madre Cottages in Santa Maria.

According to a news release, Guadalupe is home to 38 farmworker families, and Sierra Madre Cottages is providing 40 units of affordable housing for local seniors. Peoples’ Self-Help Housing CEO Anna Miller said the organization is “thrilled that both properties are fully occupied and residents will be home, safe and settled in time for the holidays.” — Josh Grega

“I am the first person for my high school to attend an Ivy League school, but I hope that I’m not the last,” said Evelyn Robles , who will go to Yale.

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Continued from Page A3 last three years, and she looks forward to joining the UNICEF club at Yale as well. “Being the forefront of this club has definitely given me a global outlook of the world, a world that continues to face inequity and social injustice,” Miss Robles said. She plans to major in political science because she wants to learn about governmental systems and attend law school after receiving her undergraduate degree. She hopes to use her knowledge to help people worldwide. She is nervous to leave her

home state of California, but she’s willing to make the sacrifice for her education. “The reason why I have such a strong work ethic and am motivated all the time is because of the household that I’ve grown up with. They’ve always supported my passions, and I’m so thankful for the support that I’ve received from my family,” Miss Robles said. A total of 1,464 students were finalists for the Match Scholarship at 42 universities. Only 72 students matched with Yale. Miss Robles is looking forward to meeting the other QuestBridge scholars and finding a second family at her new school. email: ahanshaw@newspress.com

PET of the WEEK Lady Bun Bun Lady Bun Bun would like to give you all her love. The sweet rabbit is awaiting adoption through Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter. BUNS calls her a beautiful example of the Rex breed and noted people enjoy petting her great velveteen coat. Plus, Lady Bun Bun is large and cuddly and loves to accept treats and praise. She is about 2 years old. For more information, go to bunssb.org. — Dave Mason

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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.

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Animal Shelter Assistance Program, which cares for cats, has its headquarters in Goleta. For more information, go to asapcats.org.

• 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

12 Days of Winter Whiskers Santa Barbara County Animal Services, ASAP and Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter are holding $12 animal adoptions for 12 days of Winter Whiskers in December. Participating organizations hope to engage the community to help shelter animals find their forever home by offering 12 days of discounted adoptions. A new animal is being showcased

each day on social media starting Saturday through Dec. 24. Adoptable animals can also be viewed online, and the public is encouraged to shop from home for the perfect gift for themselves or their families. With each adoption during the 12 Days of Winter Whiskers, the animal comes spayed or neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to meet its new owners.

Meet and greet appointments can be made by calling the Santa Barbara Animal Services shelter in Goleta at 805-681-5285 and the Santa Maria Animal Center at 805934-6119. For more information, visit Winter Whiskers on sbcanimalservices.org and asapcats.org. — Grayce McCormick

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ARIES — Today is a terrific day in which you should find that things work very smoothly. You have a hardheaded approach that will help you get down to business and get things done. Make sure you’re on solid ground before you take the next step upward. You have the ability to reach the summit of many mountains, so don’t waste any time. Put on your boots and start climbing TAURUS — There’s a serious tone to the day, Taurus, so take this into account when you get the urge to play a practical joke on a friend. Keep things real. Stick close to home and take care of any menial tasks. Start a garden or buy some plants for your house. You have a disciplined nature that will help you get things done. GEMINI — Bring stability to your emotions today, Gemini. You have the tendency to take things to extremes, swinging from incredible highs to rock-bottom lows. Give your nervous system a break and calm down. Go for a walk in the woods. Make sure that all your actions are rational and well planned. See to it that you’re in control of your emotions before you interact with others. CANCER — Take care of your home today, both physically and emotionally. See that bills are paid, and the bedroom is tidy. Don’t forget to clean the dust from under your bed and the demons from inside your mind. Realize that you might be running on someone else’s operating system that got stuck in your hard drive. Make sure you replace it with your own software before you continue. LEO — Go ahead and act confidently, Leo. You will probably find that you’re more stable and grounded in general, leaving you free to explore and take more risks than you normally would. Your intuition may be strong, so don’t hesitate to rely on it. Make sure your actions are clear and decisive. You have a great deal of power, so use it wisely. VIRGO — It may be hard for you to get a project off the ground, Virgo. Perhaps this is a sign that it needs to stay there. Take it back to the drawing board. Do some more planning and testing. Make sure that your actions are well thought out. Test the brakes before you drive down the mountain. You will find that you can accomplish a lot today if you stay focused and disciplined. LIBRA — Finish whatever you didn’t wrap up yesterday, +*#!2 +1$)"$

Libra. Use the morning to plan, the afternoon to execute, and the evening to relax. Be conscious of time and your physical and mental limitations. Bring your dreaminess down to Earth and be realistic about goals. Take time to put the extra coat of wax on the car or extra stitch in the fabric. That effort will serve you well in the long run. SCORPIO — Give it a rest today, Scorpio. Recharge your batteries. Stick close to home and take a load off your feet. Convince someone to give you a massage, or better yet, go to a professional. You deserve a break. Once you’re restored, consider all the ramifications of whatever actions you take before you start. Plan your moves carefully. Be strong and decisive not rash and frantic. SAGITTARIUS — Feel free to move forward with your plans, Sagittarius. This is a great day to act. You’ve done a great deal of data collecting and analyzing lately. Now is the time to put that information to good use. You’re helped by an extra boost of inner confidence and emotional strength. Your grounded, conservative approach will be richly rewarded. You couldn’t ask for a more productive day! CAPRICORN — You may have a hard time getting started today, Capricorn. This might be a better time to plan. Be realistic and thoughtful in your actions. Be conscious of the steps you need to take to reach a certain goal. When in doubt, take the more conservative route. You will find that there is a great deal of support for that path. Don’t get distracted along the way. Stay on target. AQUARIUS — Bring your emotions down to Earth today, Aquarius. Your imagination may run away with you. If you don’t take a hard look at reality, you may find yourself in big trouble later. The higher you soar, the harder you fall. Make sure you have a working parachute. Be realistic about your current situation and act with confidence. Make sure you have the facts before you set goals and plans. PISCES — Try not to be extravagant today, Pisces. You’re much better off lying low. Focus on you and what you need to do. Don’t waste your time trying to attract others’ attention. Let them deal with themselves while you concentrate on your goals and chores. Tackle all projects with gusto. You will find that you can be very productive as long as you stay focused and calm.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20200002902. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: SCULPT ARCHITECTS, 1835 HILLCREST ROAD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: LESLLIE M COLASSE, 1835 HILLCREST ROAD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 12/01/2020 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Nov 29, 2020. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20200002919. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: LITTLE DOVE BLANKETS, 5457 TREE FARM LANE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: BRIDGET L BAXTER, 5457 TREE FARM LANE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93111. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 12/03/2020 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Nov 25, 2020. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2020-0002772 The following person(s) is doing business as: Valedor Solutions, 3835 Cassini Circle, Unit 2, Lompoc, CA 93436, County of Santa Barbara. Brian Rodriguez, 3835 Cassini Circle, Unit 2, Lompoc, CA 93436 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Brian Rodriguez This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on November 10, 2020. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16/20 CNS-3418238# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS NOV 25; DEC 2, 9, 16 / 2020 -- 56603

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Hospice of Santa Barbara will hold its annual Light Up a Life ceremony at 6 p.m. today as a free, virtual event. The ceremony, led by emcee Catherine Remak, seeks to remember loved ones missed during this holiday season. Past years’ ceremonies have included speakers, special guests, musical performances and the lighting of a memorial tree. “Light Up A Life began 37 years ago to create a sacred space for people experiencing grief, so they can come together and be supported through the holiday season,� said David Selberg, CEO of Hospice of Santa Barbara. “This year, there will be an added layer of grief for all of us as we grieve for the loss of normalcy due to the pandemic along with those we are missing. We invite everyone to join us this year.� This year, HSB created a digital Tree of Remembrance for community members to feature the name and photo of lost loved ones, with a suggested donation of $15 to support HSB’s services. Donors can choose which of the four Light Up a Life trees they’d like a paper star hung on. There is a tree in Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta and Montecito. The virtual event aims to celebrate the meaningful moments in an hour-long program. Although it is free, registration is required. To honor a loved one on the Tree of Remembrance, register for the event and learn more, visit hospiceofsb.org/lual.

Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County and the Mental Wellness Center are encouraging adults in the county to give the “gift of their aid� to local youth by registering for one of six free Youth Mental Health First Aid courses being offered in January. Mental Health First Aid helps assist young people experiencing mental health challenges or substance use issues, just as First Aid helps assist individuals in medical crises. The Mental Wellness Center’s goal is to train 500 community members in 2021, especially amid school closures and social distancing guidelines. Mental Health First Aiders learn a five-step action plan guiding them through the process of intervening and offering appropriate support. Participants receive a three-year certification from the National Council for Behavioral Health. For dates, times and registration information, visit https://youthwell.org/education/ or email educationmwc@gmail. com.

— Annelise Hanshaw FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20200002797. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: PRISTINE POOL & SPA, 2220 OAK PARK LANE APT 3, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: ACP PARAGON INC, 2220 OAK PARK LANE APT 3, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CALIFORNIA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 11/13/2020 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Nov 10, 2020. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

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PUBLIC NOTICE Santa Barbara County HOME Consortium and CDBG Urban County Partnership 2019-20 Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (CAPER) The County of Santa Barbara Community Services Department’s Division of Housing and Community Development (HCD) invites comments on the HOME Consortium and Urban County Partnership 2019-20 Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The Santa Barbara Urban County Partnership includes the County and the member cities of Buellton, Carpinteria, and Solvang. The HOME Consortium is comprised of the Urban County members and the cities of Goleta, Lompoc, and Santa Maria. The CAPER summarizes and evaluates previous year achievements using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME program funds allocated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As a local government performance reporting tool, the CAPER also documents progress made towards meeting the affordable housing and community services goals established by the County’s Consolidated Plan and Strategic Plan. The 2019-20 Draft CAPER will be available for a 15-day public comment period from Wednesday, December 16, 2020 through Thursday, December 31, 2020. The Draft CAPER will be available for review on the HCD website: http://www.countyofsb.org/housing Written comments may be submitted to County HCD, 123 E. Anapamu St, Suite 202, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, or e-mailed to HCD@co.santa-barbara.ca.us. If you need additional information, have questions, or require special accommodations, please call (805) 568-3520. Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor llame al (805)-568-3520. The County is committed to equal housing opportunities for all of its residents.

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Nine honored in 2020 Spirit of Service Awards The Sustainability and Resilience Department of the city of Santa Barbara recognizes individuals and organizations through its annual Spirit of Service Awards. Recipients go above and beyond to promote a cleaner, more green community. The award winners will be honored online this week and received a recycled glass Spirit of Service trophy. Toad & Co., Ellen Hunter and Cord Christensen won in the waste reduction category. Toad & Co. is a sustainable clothing company that uses recycled materials. In the office, it sourced used furniture and upcycled it, recycles textiles and composts waste. Ms. Hunter, a teacher at Monroe Elementary School, created a food scraps collection program and educated the school on composting. Mr. Christensen started a recycling program at Providence School. He collects bottles and cans and inspires students to do the same. Javier LimĂłn, Santa Barbara Arts Alliance and Adan Venegas are honored in the “clean communityâ€? category. Mr. LimĂłn has helped clean up his neighborhood for the past 10 years, cleaning up litter, mowing parkways and assisting neighbors with projects. The Santa Barbara Art Alliance, an art-based youth group, painted a mural at Sunflower Park to deter vandalism. Mr. Venegas, owner of Blue Agave Landscaping, joined in on a community clean-up project — even paying some of his workers to assist with their tools. Thomas Coleman won the Jack Cantin Spirit of Service Youth Award for his work establishing the Bishop Diego High School chapter of Teens on the Scene. The youth-led organization connects students to local nonprofits. So far, he has partnered with PATH, Unity Shoppe, Food from the Heart, the city of Santa Barbara and more. The city awarded Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District and the Community Environmental Council in the “climate heroâ€? category. MTD committed to 100% renewable electricity throughout its fleet, setting an example for transit districts. CEC’s campaigns and programs, such as Solarize Santa Barbara, Fossil Free by 33 and Ditch Plastic helped educate the community and raise awareness of sustainability issues. For more information, visit sustainability.santabarbaraca.gov/ materials/sos. — Annelise Hanshaw

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Goleta businesses eligible for WEV loans GOLETA — Women’s Economic Ventures encourages Goletabased businesses to apply for its ReStart Loans of up to $25,000 each. The ReStart loan program was created in August by the city of Goleta and WEV with intentions to help Goleta businesses during the pandemic. The city of Goleta contributed $200,000 to the program. “It’s amazing what we can do when great organizations work together to support our small businesses during this unprecedented time of economic upheaval resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic,� Goleta Mayor Paula Perotte said in a news release. “The City is proud to partner with Women’s Economic Ventures on these much-needed financial support programs to assist Goleta small businesses.� Businesses which are open or eligible to open under current government orders are eligible to apply. Applications are open and will be reviewed on a rolling basis until funds are depleted. As health and safety protocols are extended, businesses may require financial help. “Business owners consistently say community support is a key factor in sustaining their resolve through the pandemic,� WEV CEO Kathy Odell said. “Our ReStart Loans will provide the capital necessary to retain employees, modify business practices and acquire new equipment and/or supplies required for safe reopening. Additionally, ReStart Loan recipients are eligible to receive business advisory services from WEV.� WEV has advised over 17,500 men and women since 1991 with its business training and consulting services. It has made over $6 million in business loans and helped more than 5,000 local businesses start or expand. For more information, go to wevonline.org/loans-2/restart/. — Annelise Hanshaw

Santa Barbara Salvation Army rings bells virtually Just like many things this year, the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle has been moved online. Because the kettles have not been outside the city’s favorite stores, donations have decreased — during a year when the Salvation Army is extra important. The Red Kettle Fundraiser is the largest for the Salvation Army, but the funds are the lowest this year. Since 1889, the Santa Barbara Salvation Army has gifted toys to local children whose families might not be able to afford a Christmas gift. It feeds hot meals to the hungry and provides shelter to those who need a safe place to rest. Donations to the Santa Barbara Salvation Army stay local, even as the donations move online. To give virtually, go to santabarbararedkettle.org. — Annelise Hanshaw

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CIF looking at plan to start football, basketball in spring By MARK PATTON NEWS-PRESS SENIOR WRITER

Section commissioners for the California Interscholastic Federation met on Tuesday to discuss rescheduling such sports as football and basketball for later next spring. The meeting was called after the California Department of Public Health released updated guidelines on Monday which rule out high-contact sports until there’s a significant decrease of COVID-19 cases. The CDPH delayed the start of all high school competition until Jan. 25, at the earliest, with plans to reevaluate the situation on Jan. 4. The coronavirus outbreak prompted the CIF State office to originally reschedule most fall sports to December, with football season delayed until the weekend of Jan. 8. “Uncertainty is the biggest issue,” said San Marcos High’s Abe Jahadhmy, dean of Channel League athletic directors. “We all want to be in control of the situation. We also have to be flexible and compromising if we are really doing this in the best interest of the kids.” Cal Hi Sports reported on Tuesday that the CIF commissioners were meeting to “consider starting over with a different sports calendar so that safer sports go first, more restrictive sports go later in spring.” “I think the chances are a lot better that we are going to play football this year,” Jahadhmy said.

“Given that CIF is willing to forgo playoffs and regionals, it gives us more time to have games. If we can get six or seven games, that would be great. “There is also talk of still flipping the seasons … Lower-impact sports may start sooner. Gym sports are of concern because of indoor restrictions. I would not be surprised if football and basketball were moved to the spring.” The CDPH split sports into the state’s four-colored, tiered system of COVID-19 transmission: purple (widespread), red for (substantial), orange (moderate), and yellow (minimal). Santa Barbara County is currently rated in the purple tier. “It seems very doable for a lot of sports that are in the purple and red tiers,” Dos Pueblos athletic director Dan Feldhaus said. “Those non-contact sports could probably start their seasons on time. “Outside of those, we’ll see how it goes. Maybe with the vaccine and people making good choices, our numbers will be reduced and it will take a turn for the better for our kids.” Purple-tier sports include cross country, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, and track and field. “Baseball and softball (along with girls lacrosse) would appear to be waiting on deck if the county sees improvement to the red tier,” Carpinteria AD Pat Cooney observed. “Soccer is an outdoor activity that will require significant improvement in the COVID-19 environment.” Soccer — as well as football,

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Santa Barbara High football players Sebastian Harris (17), Julian Castro (19), Jorge Contreras (57) and Noach Wood (44) lead the Golden Tornado onto the field at Palmdale High for last year’s CIFSouthern Section Division 8 semifinals.

boys lacrosse, water polo and volleyball — will be allowed when Santa Barbara County enters the orange tier. “Not too long ago, Santa Barbara County had met three of the four metrics that would have qualified it for the orange tier,” Bishop Diego AD Aaron Skinner pointed out, “so I do not think it’s at all unrealistic that we get to the orange tier in time to have a meaningful football season.” Basketball and wrestling will only be allowed if the county enters the yellow (minimal) tier of COVID transmission. “Unfortunately, they’re the long shots at this point since they are both full-contact and indoors,” Cooney said. The CDPH guideline stirring the most concern from local athletic directors stated that

Westmont adds women’s basketball game for Friday By MARK PATTON NEWS-PRESS SENIOR WRITER

Westmont College, which has toughened itself up with games against three NCAA Division 1 women’s basketball opponents, has scheduled a Golden State Athletic Conference rival for this Friday in a game that won’t count in the league standings. The Warriors, ranked No. 1 in the NAIA, will face San Diego Christian in a 3 p.m. game at Murchison Gym. Spectators will not be allowed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Westmont’s three previous contests included a countable game against Pepperdine which it lost 68-56. The Warriors also played a regular-season game at UC Irvine, losing in overtime, 9178, and another exhibition which it lost 70-59 at Long Beach State on Saturday. “It has been so important to get our team in a game-like setting,” coach Kirsten Moore said. “I think we are headed in the right direction and are looking to continue to improve from here.” San Diego Christian has played four countable games this season, including a 98-56 loss to a Division 1 school, the University of San Diego. Its other contests were all wins over Bethesda: 80-25, 70-42 and 85-37. Westmont has won its last 18 games against San Diego Christian and 40 of their 44 meetings. Live coverage of Friday’s game can be watched on the Westmont Sports Network (athletics. westmont.edu/video).

The pandemic has created an administrative nightmare for athletic directors. “Though the guidelines offer clarity and the opportunity to speculate, the COVID-19 environment has taught all of us to wait and remain flexible,” Cooney said. “Counties, districts and schools need to consider the guidelines methodically and decide what can be supported. “Can facilities be opened? Can teams practice? Can teams compete across county lines? Will districts support expenses like the increased need for custodial support or, the elephant in the room, transportation?” Jahadhmy has noticed the flexibility of coaches and athletes in how they’re handling the uncertainty. “It has been a roller coaster of emotions for them,” he said. “We were going in the right direction as more and more restrictions were lifted. Then we went back to the purple tier and it was a gutwrencher. “However, everyone has been resilient and is making the best of the situation.” email: mpatton@newspress.com

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Former UCSB midfielder Ema Boateng became the sixth Gaucho to win an MLS Cup ring. Boateng’s team, the Columbus Crew SC, defeated the Seattle Sounders FC 3-0 on Saturday in Major League Soccer’s championship game in Columbus. The Dunn School graduate played at UCSB in 2012, scoring four goals and recording two assists, to win First-Team All-Big West Conference honors as well as the league’s Freshman of the Year Award. He then signed with Sweden’s Helsingborgs IF to start an eight-year professional career which has included MLS stints with the LA Galaxy, D.C. United, and now Columbus.

athletes and coaches should “refrain from participating with more than one team over the same season or time period.” The issue is most critical at smaller schools such as Bishop Diego and Carpinteria. “There simply aren’t enough Warriors to go around and to cover 15 single sports in the spring,” Cooney said. “Students and families will need to study carefully and decide what their goals are.

“Do they want to train for their ‘A’ sport that is not likely to compete this year or do they want to select their ‘B’ sport because competition seems more likely? Difficult choices for sure.” Skinner hopes the state will “reconsider” the guideline, or at least make it just a recommendation. “We not only rely on multi-sport athletes to field our teams, but we have a large number of studentathletes who love competing in a variety of sports,” he said. “I’d hate for them to be forced to make a decision.” The CDPH guidelines also prohibit out-of-state travel and allow competition between bordering counties only when they are both in qualifying tiers. All of the area’s high schools compete in leagues that include Ventura County schools. “Given the fact that a number of our league and non-league opponents are not in our county, that is concerning that we may lose out on opportunities to play games simply because of that,” Skinner said. “I’m trying to get as many games for our athletes as possible, and the best way to do that is to schedule in-county games.”

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Iyree Jarrett (3), an NAIA Women’s Basketball All-American last year, will lead Westmont College into its home opener on Friday when the Warriors face San Diego Christian at 3 p.m.

“I’m really happy for him,” UCSB coach Tim Vom Steeg said. “It’s funny because he wanted out of the LA Galaxy, and I didn’t think he’d get an opportunity, but Caleb (Porter, the Crew’s coach) was familiar with his game and wanted to bring him to Columbus. “I’m excited for all the players who’ve continued on from UCSB and developed their careers.” The other Gaucho alumni

who’ve been part of an MLS Cup championship team are Luis Silva (Seattle Sounders FC in 2019), Rob Friend (LA Galaxy in 2014), Andy Iro (Columbus Crew SC in 2008), Bryan Byrne (New England Revolution in 2007) and Joe Cannon (San Jose Earthquakes in 2001). email: mpatton@newspress.com

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Continued from Page A1 district office, to our knowledge. “That is very encouraging,” Dr. Wageneck said. “There is no other way to say it than that we worked so hard to create safe schools in the last few months. “We believe our schools are some of the safest in the community right now.” District administrators reported negative student success, which they attributed to the pandemic and the challenges of distance learning. When the county moved into the purple tier, students in multiple cohorts had to choose one, sometimes making a decision between athletics and academics. Fine arts cohorts were in the process of being established but weren’t ready in time. “This was only a pause, not a cancellation of those experiences for those kids,” Bill Woodard, Dos Pueblos High School principal, said. Santa Barbara Community Academy principal Anna Scharfeld said her campus has struggled with staffing. “A challenge has definitely been having enough staff to run our cohorts, but people get sick. There are family emergencies even in a normal year, and there are close contacts where people have to stay home in a COVID year,” she said. The challenges have shown on students’ report cards. In secondary schools, 27% of students have at least one D or F grade, and 9.2% have three or more Ds and/or Fs. Those students are obligated to meet with a counselor and explain their challenges. The data will

allow administrators to make decisions districtwide. Elementary schools reported a 10% increase in the number of students receiving low marks, with writing and reading being the greatest challenges. Shawn Carey, assistant superintendent of secondary education, expressed the need to adapt new grading policies. She likes the idea of providing a way for students to repair their grade rather than having to retake a whole course. “It may just be that one unit of study was a problem,” she said. “So what we’re trying to do is be more specific in the skills and standards the students are struggling with.” Even during the pandemic’s challenges, 15 students were able to graduate and receive a diploma this semester. Chronic absenteeism has decreased this year, showing that many students are logging into their online schoolwork. Three elementary schools saw an increase in absenteeism, but secondary schools showed a dramatic decrease. Dr. Wageneck hopes to learn more about the causes of these rates in future discussions with principals. The school system will be serving grab-and-go breakfast and lunch during its winter break. Families can pick up food from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday to Wednesday on the campuses of Dos Pueblos High School, La Colina Junior High, La Cumbre Junior High and Franklin Elementary. The next school board meeting is scheduled for Jan. 5. email: ahanshaw@newspress.com

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he Labyrinth Trail is a hidden treasure on top of UCSB’s Lagoon Island. It takes a few minutes to go around the circles without stepping over the rocks. (No cheating!) The trail was dedicated in 2011 and resulted from the vision and generosity of Carol Greer, who retired in 2000 as director of Counseling and Career Services. There was also the campus sponsorship of Student Affairs. For more information, go to gradpost. ucsb.edu.

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Continued from Page A1 stated. While he and Mr. Adam are from different ideological backgrounds, First District Supervisor Das Williams said that he and his now-former colleague have managed to come together on key issues like safety and infrastructure. He also told Mr. Adam, “I respect you so highly for advocating for your principles and for those of your constituents with such passion and such consistency.” Former County Supervisor Janet Wolf said that she and Mr. Adam became very close friends and confidants despite holding drastically different views. One similarity between them is that they both share the same birthday, but Ms. Wolf said that’s not the most important one. “I do believe that for us friendship is built on knowing when to talk and when to listen. We’re both good at that, especially Peter,” she said. One lighthearted recollection of Mr. Adam’s fearlessness when expressing opinions came from Ms. Dudley. She called Mr. Adam “subtle,” in jest, of course. Recalling a time they met up at a party after Ms. Dudley had appeared in a video in support of Rep. Salud Carbajal, a video in which she sang no less, the DA remembered that Mr. Adam shouted across the

room at her, “Hey Joyce… Don’t give up your day job!” His plainspokenness didn’t end there, Ms. Dudley said. Mr. Adam continued yelling, “Really, Joyce! You really, really can’t sing!” While she was kidding about Mr. Adam’s subtlety, Ms. Dudley sincerely said he was “irreverent,” “kind,” “direct,” “charming,” “appreciative,” and “deeply caring.” Third District Supervisor Joan Hartmann called Mr. Adam “honest,” “forthright,” and harboring “no hidden agendas.” “What you see is what you get, and that’s very relatable and it inspires trust,” she said. Ms. Hartmann also praised him for graciously handling the challenge of very often being outvoted 4-1. Fifth District Supervisor Steve Lavagnino said he appreciated Mr. Adam’s dissenting opinions, since a 5-0 board would be, in his words, “so freaking boring.” One regret Mr. Lavagnino expressed regarding his eight years with Mr. Adam on the board is that COIVID-19 didn’t hit at the beginning of their board stints. While he and Mr. Adam got off to what he said was a “rough start” at the beginning of their time on the board, during the pandemic the two of them have attended board meetings at the Santa Maria board chamber while other three members have attended at the Santa Barbara chamber. Mr. Lavagnino said he has “totally,

thoroughly enjoyed” going to meetings with his former colleague and gave Mr. Adam three humorous gifts: Rose-colored glasses, a unincorn-and-rainbow piggy bank, and a whole loaf of Wonder Bread. Board Chair and 2nd District Supervisor Gregg Hart called his vice chair a “passionate, gracious, honorable, authentic maverick.” Mr. Hart told Mr. Adam, “I know without hesitation that you always said what you felt was right from this dais, and there is no more important standard for any public servant.” Following all the comments honoring him, Mr. Adam delivered closing remarks in which he thanked his family, his fellow board members, and reflected on his accomplishments and even his regrets from his eight years on the board. The former included making deferred maintenance a key issue of discussion and the latter included that “we have financially crossed the River Styx.” He confessed that he was “melancholy” about that he only managed to have a “modest degree of success in changing the course of county government.” However there is one promise to his constituents he is confident that he achieved. “One of my original campaign promises was to make the meetings more entertaining, I think I’ve delivered on that,” he said. email: jgrega@newspress.com

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ENDURING MEMORIES OF AN EXTRAORDINARY PERSON AND BELOVED FATHER Alan Ripple Johnston passed away on November 1, 2020 at the home of his daughter, Julia, after final wishes and respects were paid by his loving family. Born in San Francisco, California on May 24, 1928, to Alan H. and Doris R. Johnston, both hard working descendants of Midwest families, from whom he acquired a strong work ethic. As a sixth grader, he rode his bike to the town square every afternoon to meet the streetcar that carried the newspapers he would deliver that day. When in middle school and high school, his parents promoted his interest in nature and the outdoors, by arranging for summer work at Lake Tahoe as a guide at a horse outfitting and packing ranch. He was raised in Piedmont, California where he attended Piedmont High School. He was admitted to Stanford University in 1946, being awarded a bachelors and a master’s degree in Geology and earned the hand of Mary Jarvis Cooke with whom he began nearly a half century of marriage and raised their four children. Alan was a lover of nature for whom the field of Geology was a perfect match. His relished in the study of the earth and its history. Each year he would take the family on a camping vacation, at every turn in the road we would describe the surrounding geologic formations. Early in every trip, out would come the bird book and the flower book with his idea of initiating a competition amongst the children, to see who could identify the most birds or flowers. On occasion there may actually have been some identified. His love of nature compelled him to continue to travel throughout the United States even after his children had left home to pursue their independent lives. Alan and his friends would often go backpacking which included nearly all the backcountry terrain in Santa Barbara County. He truly loved Santa Barbara, That passion is what eventually separated him from the field of Geology. When the opportunities in his profession dictated that he relocate, he quit the job, re-enrolled at Stanford to earn a MBA, and returned to Santa Barbara to begin the second half of his career. Alan loved conversation, he would always offer his opinion, but also, intently listen to the thoughts and concerns of others. He had a talent for building consensus which helped to jump start his business career. Alan took a job at Santa Barbara Savings and Loan in 1960 where he quickly reached the level of Vice President in charge of development and, alongside architects, he was again able to consider the natural environment through facility planning. He then moved on to a position at Santa Barbara National Bank before being recruited as the founding director of the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization, where he was able to bring the community together, initiating the focus on charting a course for Santa Barbara’s downtown. He was consistent in his desire to volunteer his time in service to others, holding numerous offices with organizations such as the Lyons Club, the American Red Cross, the off-street parking commission, and Santa Barbara Beautiful. He was a spiritual man with an interest in sharing values he felt were important for a cohesive society. During his 60 years as a member of the First Congregational Church, he taught Sunday school, served on the board of directors, and hosted many exchange students to whom he was eager to share his understanding of country, community and values. In retirement he served as a docent at Lotusland and a member of the Men’s Garden Club. There was stillness in the air in the AM of November 1, 2020 at the time of his passing. He was sadly preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary C. Johnston, but is survived by son Bruce, daughter-in law Carol, and granddaughters Emily and Blair; daughter Annette and son-in-law Ron; son Daniel and daughter-in-law Anne; and daughter Julia. He was an amazing person who gave a lot of himself, will be missed!

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Dr. James R. Dow passed peacefully on December 5, 2020 at home. We are thankful for his presence in our lives. Jim practiced dentistry 33 years in Goleta. He was active in many social and civic organizations. He retired to follow his passion for art. He exhibited in many local galleries. He is survived by Patricia Dow, wife of 67 years, his son Steve Dow, daughter-in-law Peggy Dow, daughter Anne D. Beemer, son-in-law Randy Beemer, and his grandchildren Michael Dow, Sarah Hart, Rachel Dow, Jake Dow and Allie Dow. His ashes will be interred at All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. A service to celebrate his life will be held in the future. To leave an online memory, please visit the Welch-Ryce-Haider website. He will be missed by all who knew him.

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Guadalupe 65/46

Santa Maria 69/46

Vandenberg 63/46

New Cuyama 59/36 Ventucopa 61/45

Los Alamos 68/42

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Buellton 67/44

Solvang 67/43

Gaviota 66/45

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Carpinteria 65/45 Ventura 66/47

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

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

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Wind west 4-8 knots today. Wind waves 3-5 feet with a west-northwest swell 3-6 feet at 14-second intervals. Visibility clear.

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“One of the biggest benefits from this is a complaint I’ve heard in the past that a customer has to go to multiple locations to get a permit,” Mr. Jordan said. “This solves that problem by putting the ownership of the process in one place and I think that will take such a burden off the public of having to walk around or visit multiple places and try to get the attention of multiple people. It becomes a one stop shop.” In other business, the council received an update on the supply planning analyses and recommendations for the Enhanced Urban Water Management Plan and provided policy direction focused on reusing and recycling water as much as possible. In addition, the council received a presentation on a proposed transition from a shared Black Gold Catalog to a Standalone Santa Barbara Public Library Catalog. The council refrained to approve the transition before conversing with regional partners.

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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 125,474 acre-ft. Elevation 727.69 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 10.0 acre-ft. Inflow 0.0 acre-ft. State inflow 0.0 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -137 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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