Longtime Lou Grant Parent-Child Workshop employee Melinda Hanson will retire from her position at the preschool, where she has worked for more than 30 years. Hanson created the Extended Day, or Splendid Day, program with former director Betty Songer in 1991. Hanson has worked with numerous employees of the Lou Grant Parent-Child Workshop, including former director Ellen Stoddard, current director Judy Johnston and Meg Monteath. Monteath will continue Hanson’s work at the preschool and has worked with Hanson since 2006. “The current staff and families are so happy for her,” Johnston said. “They will miss her greatly and wish her all the best.”
Pictured below is this year’s graduating class, from left, Ryan Crooks, Dash Lelende, Luca Lesec, Reef Armstrong, Aspen Yonkers, Paige Davis, Davey Doucette, Sonny Burquez, Jay Damron, Rubi Gonzalez, Sissy Gottwald-Wright, Evangeline Rizo, Sophie Nestor, Oleana VanWingerden, Abby Compuzano-Aviles, August Moses-Abbott, Maddox Paglia and Lee Aulakh. Standing are teachers Melinda Hanson, Meg Monteath, Annabelle Moran, Judy Johnston and Christopher Abbott.
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The city of Carpinteria’s arks, Recreation and Community Services epartment Aquatics Program has announced the start of its summer season, and updates residents on the programs and services available at the Carpinteria Community ool and beaches.
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These include the swim platforms installed at Carpinteria City Beach on June 1, which will remain in place until September, following Labor Day Weekend. The city Boathouse is also open through Aug. 16, and attendees may rent kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and boogie boards, or sign up for kayak, paddleboard and surf lessons led by city lifeguard instructors. The Boathouse is open Friday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and is located on the beach at Ash Avenue.
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According to the city’s website, lifeguards will work their regular summer hours, running seven days a week, at Carpinteria City Beach from une 11 to Aug. 23. At a minimum, this will include a lifeguard at Holly and Linden avenues, and at peak hours, there will be a lifeguard across all three blocks.
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At the Carpinteria Community ool, summer aquatics programs have begun, including swim lessons, recreational swim, lap swim, aqua aerobics, masters swim, masters water polo, youth swim team and youth water polo. Swim lessons are available for parents and children, up to level 4 instruction. rivate lessons are also available.
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Carpinteria is now 4-2 overall and 1-0 in the Citrus Coast League.
Warriors boys basketball improves to 3-3
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“We learned that regardless of who you play you must be ready mentally and physically to play at a high level,” said Carpinteria coach Henry Gonzales. “I was happy that we were able to make a game of it. This will only help us to be better and stronger.”
Carpinteria boys basketball played four games over five days, including a busy three-game weekend at the Nordho Tournament from ec. 5- .
At the Nordho Tournament, the Warriors started o the action against Sanger on Dec. 5. In what was a physical game, Sanger was able to overpower Carpinteria to take the win, 88-56.
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The next day, Carpinteria faced crosstown rival Cate for an unusual out-of-town “Battle of the 192.”
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In the back-and-forth battle, neither team never led by more than five points and the game was eventually decided by a pair of clutch free throws from Carpinteria’s senior captain Carlo Suarez to seal the win for the Warriors by one point, 65-64.
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The Rincon Rooms opens boutique stay in downtown Carpinteria
On the third day of the tournament, the Warriors faced Bishop Diego for a chance to win the consolation championship. Once again, it was a closely fought matchup that was settled by free throws, with Bishop Diego outlasting the Warriors by a slim margin, 5- 2.
Deputies responded to a call about a firearm and contacted a man who reportedly had an unregistered Kimber 1911 firearm in his possession. The firearm was taken from the man and secured into the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property department for safekeeping.
A caller reported that she believes her laptop and credit cards were stolen by a female neighbor who lives at the Polo Field apartments. Follow up by deputies.
A new boutique lodging option has quietly opened its doors in downtown Carpinteria.
“What a great, early-season tournament for us,” said Carpinteria coach Karl Fredrickson. “We found some things to work on and put together some solid performances, but I was most impressed with the attitude, composure, and maturity of our guys.”
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The Rincon Rooms, a six-room luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of the city, is now welcoming guests seeking a thoughtfully designed coastal retreat just steps from restaurants, co ee shops and the beach at 4 45 Carpinteria Ave.
The trio of Carpinteria seniors Suarez, Sebastian Reed and Aiden Alcaraz all averaged double-digit scoring in the tournament. Suarez had 18 points against Cate; Alcaraz had 20 against Bishop; and Reed scored a team-high 29 points against Bishop.
Owned by longtime Carpinteria residents Justin Klentner and Amanda Masters, the property was created with an emphasis on simplicity, comfort and connection to the town’s laid-back character. According to the owners, every aspect of the pro ect was guided by a philosophy of restraint and intentional design.
of togetherness remind us that we don’t have to carry our burdens alone.
Then on Dec. 9, the Warriors opened up Citrus Coast League play with a road game at Fillmore. Suarez led the way with 1 points in the game, and the Warriors were able to hold on for a 60-58 win.
Last week, I stood in front of a room full of people, donors, board members, friends and sta at a fundraising event for the Carpinteria Children’s Project. There was a moment when I started to cry because I was reminded of the power of community that is so unique to Carpinteria. Here was a group of individuals coming together to learn about the needs of children and families and willing to step in to make a di erence.
Deputies responded to a misdemeanor hit and run call, but the male subject fled the scene traveling southbound on Rincon Road. The man continued southbound on the northbound off-ramp of Highway 101 at Rincon Road. Deputies checked the area and were unable to locate the subject.
Deputies received complaints about an abandoned vehicle parked near Sandpiper Liquor. The vehicle was tagged and marked on Thursday, May 14. The vehicle was checked and was not moved. The vehicle was towed.
“The Rincon Rooms began with a simple idea: to create a place that feels considered but never overdone, the owners stated. Not designed to impress, but to stay with you.
“Tonight was a good reminder to our group that wins in league are hard to come by — especially when we’re on the road,” Fredrickson said.
Carpinteria is now 3-3 overall and 1-0 in league play.
Drawing inspiration from Carpinteria’s coastal setting and equestrian heritage, the hotel aims to o er a more personal alternative to larger lodging properties. The six guest rooms feature Sierra mattresses and luxury linens, Salt & Stone bath products, kitchenettes and Nespresso co ee stations. Select rooms include private balconies, and several accommodations are dog friendly.
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creasingly fractured, community stands as our greatest antidote to disconnection. It’s in the small acts a shared meal, a helping hand and the large ones, like coming together to advocate for change. When we invest in each other, we make the world not ust kinder, but stronger.
Cate’s winter sports are starting to heat up, as the Rams soccer and basketball programs prepare to start the bulk of their 2024-2025 schedules.
This idea of community has roots in something fundamental connection. Whether it’s a local restaurant providing meals for people experiencing homelessness, a group of parents pooling resources to start a skatepark, or a local nonprofit stepping in to fill systemic gaps, these acts of togetherness remind us that we don’t have to carry our burdens alone.
Deputies responded to narcotic activity and contacted a woman who had two outstanding warrants: one out of Hermosa Beach but was non-extraditable, and the other out of Santa Barbara. The woman was arrested for the outstanding warrant out of Santa Barbara County.
The property operates with keyless entry and no traditional front desk, instead providing guests with digital communications and support throughout their stay.
Located two blocks from the crossroads of Linden and Carpinteria avenues, The Rincon Rooms promotes itself as a quiet place at the edge of the acific, where the road slows and time loosens its grip.
On the soccer field, the Rams are perfect to start the season at 4- . Last week, Cate picked up a pair of wins over St. Bonaventure on Dec. 5 and Bishop Diego on Dec. 10. Against St. Bonaventure, Cate’s junior striker George Marin continued an unbelievable scoring season with his third consecutive hat trick. Marin finished the game with five goals overall, with assists from four di erent teammates. Cate scored three more goals on the way to an 8-0 win.
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As Carpinteria Children’s Project celebrates 15 years of existence, I am grateful for the countless individuals and partners who have embodied the community spirit. You are why we can continue to create safe, nurturing spaces for children and families, and why I continue in this work.
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A man drove into a parking lot not wearing his seatbelt. A traffic stop was initiated, and he admitted to being in possession of a meth pipe. During a search of the vehicle, his meth pipe was located, but also a baggie with 3.7 grams of meth. The subject was cited for the violations. 10:12 p.m. / Weapon and Dope Violations / Hales Lane and Via Real
On Dec. 12 against Bishop Diego, Marin again proved to be an elite scorer with yet another hat trick. Through four games this season, the junior has now scored 15 goals by himself.
A black purse was found at Linden and Malibu, then booked for safe keeping. The owner was not contacted.
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For many families we work with at the Carpinteria Children’s Project, community is not ust a support system it’s a lifeline. Take trauma, for example. Families who experience a traumatic event are connected to resources through PeRC (Pediatric Resiliency Collaborative . Through this partnership, I’ve seen how a network of pediatricians, psychologists and community leaders band together to address children’s health and emotional needs, ensuring that every child gets support to overcome the challenges they and their families face.
So, let’s show up, lend a hand, and embrace the power of togetherness. In doing so, we not only support one another but also create a legacy of compassion and care for future generations. The world needs more of this now than ever before.
In addition to Marin’s three goals, Cate had the added o ense of unior iy Barry — who scored three goals of his own — along with solo goals from juniors Kamil Abdul Nafeo and Oliver Charvel.
Our o ense has been firing on all cylinders, but we cannot forget the hard work, e ort and endless grind our midfield and defensive players put in to make this happen,” said Cate coach Jorge Reynoso.
On the basketball court, Cate picked up its first win of the season with a 53-43 win over the host team Nordho in the Nordho Tournament. It was a positive end to a tough tournament that began with two losses against Royal -5 and Carpinteria 5- 4
But let’s be honest community is more than what we give it’s also about what we receive. Raising my kids has been a humbling reminder that even the most prepared parents can’t do it alone. It takes that village, whether it’s the teacher who understands your child’s quirks, the friend who listens without udgment, or the stranger who smiles at you during your morning beach walk.
A woman and man were contacted as their vehicle was getting dropped off by a tow truck. The woman is on active probation and a search of her property showed she had meth, a meth pipe and a container of pepper spray. She is a convicted felon and prohibited from owning pepper spray. A baggie of meth was found in the center console and since no one wanted to claim it, the man was given ownership since it was his vehicle.
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A caller who is renting a home on the Polo Field reported that several people forced their way into her rental home and started yelling and insulting her family. Deputies arrived and contacted six people, who admitted entering the home after they were directed to come look at the damaged caused by the caller. The caller showed cell phone video of the suspects entering the home without permission and were heard and seen yelling at the caller and her family. The husband-suspect fled across the Polo Field and did not return to the scene. A complaint will be forwarded to the DA’s office for review.
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Teresa Alvarez is the executive director of the Carpinteria Children’s Project. She has over a decade of e perience in the nonprofit field and a passion for helping children and families. Teresa was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, and moved to the U.S. with her parents at age two. Growing up as an undocumented student, she learned the importance of having mentors, a strong work ethic, and the value of education. Teresa holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from CSB and a master’s degree in psychology from ntioch Santa Barbara. She currently serves on the Future eaders of America board and is a founding member of the Santa Barbara atino iving Circle. Teresa loves to travel, read and chase after her two boys.
In the win over Nordho , the Rams overcame an early deficit and came back to seal the win with a decisive 1 - run in the final minutes. Cate was led by unior osh Butler with 13 points and five rebounds, followed by sophomore Braylin lomah with 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals. Senior Marcus Scudder provided a crucial spark for the Rams with 11 points in
A woman and man were in a vehicle with a stolen license plate, reported to Santa Barbara Police Department. A traffic stop was initiated, and it was determined the vehicle was not stolen, but was rented a few weeks ago by the woman. She thought the “PERM” on the Arizona license plate meant it was only a “permit” for the vehicle and not an actual license plate. So, to avoid getting pulled over, they placed a stolen plate on the car, she said. After a search of nearby motel rooms associated with the subjects, they, and the woman’s sister, were cited for possession of stolen property, meth and paraphernalia. Further investigation will be done for the fraudulently obtained
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City begins community meeting series to address structural deficit
BY JUN STARKEY
Carpinterians had an opportunity to speak with and question Carpinteria city sta members across several departments following a Community Town Hall held on Thursday, une 4, at city hall.
Thursday’s town hall was the first of two publicized meetings, led by Carpinteria City Manager Michael Ramirez, held to update residents on the city’s financial situation and hear feedback on how to move forward. Thursday’s meeting answered questions about how the city prioritizes funding for di erent areas and pro ects, and allowed city sta to hear from community members about potential solutions to the city’s structural deficit, ahead of the mid-cycle budget report at the une 8 Carpinteria City Council meeting.
Some of the largest deficit drivers for the city, according to the presentation, include the contract with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, which Ramirez said has increased by more than 60% since Fiscal Year 2021-25.
Some of the largest deficit drivers for the city, according to the presentation, include the contract with the Santa Barbara County Sheri ’s Office, which Ramirez said has increased by more than since Fiscal ear 2 21-25. Costs associated with public safety are pro ected to .1 million by Fiscal ear 2 2 .
ing service levels, encouraging economic growth and increasing revenue sources. ue to the city’s main revenue sources being taxes, Ramirez said the public must be involved in the decision to increase them. In a supplemental slide of the presentation, added after the une 4 town hall, Ramirez stated the Carpinteria City Council will continue discussions and vote on adding a .25 sales tax increase on the November 2 2 ballot.
According to Ramirez’s presentation, the contract with the sheri ’s department exceeds any one of the city’s top three revenue sources. The city has limited control over its contract with the sheri ’s department, Ramirez said, though the city will reenter contract negotiations soon.
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A main takeaway from Ramirez’s une 4 presentation was that Carpinteria’s expenses are outpacing its revenues, and the city is currently staring down the barrel of a structural deficit. Earlier this year, the city launched an outreach pro ect to solicit feedback from residents. The outreach has included mailers sent directly to residents with information about the city’s goals which included a short survey for residents to rank their priorities , and community meetings.
It’s all about extending the runway to deal with the problem, which is the structural deficit, Ramirez said at the une 4 town hall.
Other large deficit drivers are contributions to the California ublic Employees’ Retirement System for city employees and the cost of wages and benefits for city employees.
Ramirez’s presentation reviewed the city’s main goals which drive where funding is allocated and outlined how the city makes financial decisions, what drives the city’s expenses and revenues and how the city earns revenue. The city’s main goals included public safety, maintaining streets and roads, emergency preparedness, parks and programs and retaining small businesses and maintaining financial sustainability.
The city’s revenue resources are slim and come mostly from taxes. About 8 of the city’s total revenue is collected through property taxes, the Transient Occupancy Tax TOT and sales tax. According to the mid-cycle budget update presented to the council on une 8, property taxes are the largest revenue source, followed by TOT, Measure and sales tax. The remaining revenue comes from charges for city services, interest fees, fines and forfeitures, permits and grants. Ramirez discussed a few options to address and manage the structural deficit. These included improving city efficiency, using one-time resources such as grants and fines, managing sta growth, ad ust-
The town hall included a question and answer segment after Ramirez’s presentation, where attendees could question nine city sta members across five city government departments. The employees included Ramirez, Administrative Services irector Licette Maldonado, Finance Manager am reer, Community evelopment irector Nick Bobro , ublic Works irector ohn Ilasin, ublic Works Management Analyst II Stephon ownes, arks and Recreation irector eanette ant, arks and Recreation rogram Manager Torrie Cutbirth, ublic Information Officer and Emergency Manager uliza Briones.
The full presentation from the une 4 meeting is available at carpinteriaca. gov communityinput., and the mid-cycle budget report from the une 8 city council meeting is available at bit.ly 2 2 MidearBudget.
A State of the City meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 31, at the Carpinteria eterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave., 5 3 - 3 p.m.
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Nine Carpinteria city staff members were available to answer questions following the town hall at Carpinteria City Hall on June 4, including Public Works Management Analyst II Stephon Downes and Public Works Director John Ilasin, pictured speaking to attendees on Thursday.
Richard E. Johnson honored at city council
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
Longtime Architectural Review Board member Richard E. Johnson was honored by the Carpinteria City Council on Monday, with the council commending Johnson for his 18 years on the board, where he helped shape some of the biggest projects in the area.
Mayor Natalia Alarcon gave a proclamation of recognition to Johnson, mentioning his work on the board overseeing projects that were both “attractive and functional,” from the Mission Terrace to Lagunitas to Casa de las Flores and Linden Square.
Johnson took to the podium — decked in dark sunglasses, a black jacket and black shirt — to give a few words to friends and colleagues in the crowd. He said it was “a great pleasure” working with the city sta and applicants over the years, trying to improve projects to create “win-win” scenarios for all involved.
He drew a few laughs and a round of applause before receiving a plaque and taking a photo with the council.
“Thank you for your trust, toleration of my humor and my tenure,” Johnson said. ”And as my wife says: now you can come home in time for ‘Jeopardy’ after all.”
City to apply for grant for potential homelessness services
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
Carpinteria City Council unanimously supported the plan to apply for grant funding to address homelessness and potentially provide support for housing for up to 25 individuals. The council approval only applies to the application for grant funding and does not require the use of any city funds during the early planning process, as the city continues to pursue options for potential projects.
Assistant City Manager Ryan Kintz outlined the application process, which required council approval to meet the submission date of June 20. The city would seek funding through the state’s encampment resolution grants, which will distribute over $90 million towards programs addressing homelessness for this round of funding.
The preliminary application does not
require a fully approved project or an obligation to accept the money if the city does not find a suitable option. Currently, the city is working with Dignity Moves to create a project similar to the tiny homes built with much success in Goleta and Santa Barbara in recent years.
While the pro ect has not been officially announced and the city has not chosen a site, there are early discussions about the construction of supportive housing and two years of wraparound services for up to 25 unhoused individuals in Carpinteria. If the city receives grant funding, the project would also be supported by up to $2 million in philanthropic donations collected from local family foundations.
The city council unanimously approved the plan to submit an application for grant funding. As the funding and project planning take shape, the city will release more information.
City workforce vacancies
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
During Monday’s council hearing, city sta provided information on workforce vacancies and recruitment, as part of an annual report required by state law.
Teresa Ilasin, a management analyst for the Human Resources Division, presented a brief report of the city’s full-time and part-time openings, and the recruiting process for vacant positions.
Carpinteria is faring much better than neighboring cities, with only one vacancy
out of 43 full-time positions, as of June 1.
The one vacancy is for the chief building inspector’s plans examiner position, which is currently in the recruitment process.
The city also has two part-time, nonunion positions currently open: a facilities attendant position and a summer reading program recreation leader position. Vacancies are usually filled within 60 to 90 days on average, and the city uses a variety of methods, from online job postings to advertisements and targeting
recruitment.
While there are few vacancies in Carpinteria, the city has experienced challenges competing with neighboring jurisdictions. Many recruits are also seeking employment in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, which can o er competitive salary rates. There is also trouble finding workers who can move to Carpinteria, with the city’s high cost of living.
The city council unanimously accepted the report on vacancies and job recruiting.
Connie Van Wingerden 06/16/1924 — 06/06/2026
Cornelia (“Connie”) Johanna Maria (Zuidgeest) Van Wingerden, a dearly loved mother, “oma” (“grandmother” in Dutch), great-grandmother, and greatgreat-grandmother died peacefully on June 6, 2026 at the Maravilla retirement community in Santa Barbara, California. She was ten days shy of her 102nd birthday. A long-time resident of Carpinteria and a devoted Catholic parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church, Connie was the matriarch of our family. Her loss is a profound one given the countless lives that she touched in her century on earth.
Born on June 16, 1924 in Monster, The Netherlands, Connie grew up as a farmer’s daughter in the “Heul,” a nickname for Kwintsheul, a small tightknit village in the Westland region of Holland. The Westland is located southwest of The Hague and is known worldwide as “The Glass City,” due to its status as the greenhouse capital of the world. The oldest of eight siblings, Connie was 15 years old when Nazi Germany bombed Rotterdam in May 1940. Dutch forces surrendered four days after the invasion began, which led to a five-year occupation of Connie’s home country. The war was far from abstract for Connie as her family was forced to house Nazi soldiers as boarders in their home. Connie recalled that she and her sisters brought their beds downstairs to sleep in the front room because the Nazi soldiers slept in their upstairs rooms.
During the war, Connie remembered riding her bicycle through the Westland nurseries to run errands for her family and to avoid the Nazi soldiers who were camped out in front of her house where they were stationed to guard a bridge. Connie was between 15 and 20 during Holland’s wartime occupation, and she volunteered much of her time towards helping poor households, especially when the mothers were sick. She cooked meals with minimal resources and mended clothes for the needy families.
After the war ended, Connie married a greenhouse grower named Cornelis van der Knaap in 1949. They adopted two boys together and later became foster parents to two girls. In 1960, Connie’s husband died unexpectedly when she was only 36. As the story goes, Connie had several interested suitors. In the end, the last man standing was Cornelis (“Case”) Van Wingerden, a greenhouse grower and widower with six children who had lost his first wife, ohanna van Steekelenburg, to cancer. Connie and Case held their wedding ceremony and reception on Aug. 25, 1961 and went home with their eight children to Naaldwijk, a neighboring village in the Westland. The oldest child, Henry, who was 12 at the time when he first met Connie, asked his dad what they should call her. Case’s response was to call her “mama.” And so it was. They never used the word stepmother because Case’s children quickly came to view Connie as their real mother, which was no small feat.
Connie and Case made a brilliant
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team as they both enjoyed adventure and traveling, and they took the ultimate risk in 1967 when they led over 30 members of the Van Wingerden family, including three of Case’s brothers and one of his sisters, to immigrate to Carpinteria, California to build Dutch-style greenhouses and start a cut ower business called Dutch Brothers. At the time, the Los Angeles Times and the Carpinteria Herald wrote several news stories about the “Dutch invasion” that arrived in the small California beach town. Connie was the last living member of the original five couples who immigrated to Carpinteria nearly 60 years ago. And if it were not for her perseverance and her decision to sell the nursery that she inherited from her first husband, the family might have returned to Holland when they encountered struggles in their first years in Carpinteria. As it was, Connie and Case achieved success through hard work and determination and went on to support their children in starting their own cut ower and farming operations, many of which are still thriving in Carpinteria to this day.
We will remember Connie as a singer in the St. Joseph’s choir, a world traveler, a talented player of bridge and lawn bowls, a skilled knitter and crocheter who crafted beautiful blankets, booties, and baby hats for her family, an accomplished cook especially of our beloved Dutch meatballs and Dutch desserts, including “oliebollen and appel appen, an exacting keeper of a spotless home, and a warm and inviting hostess who orchestrated joyful pool parties and spirited games of cards.
Finally, we are comforted that Connie has now been reunited in heaven with Case, whom she called “Pa,” after 24 years as a widow.
Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Anthonius Adrianus Zuidgeest and Johanna Petronella Margaretha Maria van Dijk; her brother, Jan, and her sisters, Riet, Leny, and Evarien; her first husband, Cornelis; her sons, aul and Hank; her grandson, Paul; and her second husband, Case. She is survived by her sister, Jo van der Arend (97), and her brother, Albert Zuidgeest (89), of Kwintsheul in The Netherlands; her 6 children and their spouses; 18 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and many beloved godchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Children: Henry (Rosanne), Jerry (Beverly), Case (Jennie), Jeannette (Michael), René (June), Steve (Teresa), and daughter-in-law, Teressa. Grandchildren: Nicole (Mark), Mieke (John), Rachel (Nathan), Peter (Cam), Karen, David (Cindy), Becky, Alex (Angela), Carolyn (Dan), Nicholas, Sondra (Francisco), Ryan (Brittany), Ivor (Brooks), Gaby (Raul), Lupe (Rafael), Arely, Robert, and Jennifer (Garth). Great-grandchildren: Kai, Lea, Ella, Abbie, Skyla, Tucker, Sadie, Philip, Liam, Sophia, Owen, Adrian, Milo, Vanessa, Cyrus, Asher, Olivia, Jaden, Dallas, Daniel, David, Maverik, Zoey, Kate, Cora, Petra, Noah, Isaiah, Breanna, Samantha, Emma, Éowyn, and Esmé. Great-greatgrandchild: Isaiah.
Please join Connie’s family for her Rosary on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. and her Funeral Mass on Friday, June 12 at 10 a.m. both at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Her graveside service will take place at Carpinteria Cemetery at 1501 Cravens Lane after the funeral. A reception will follow at the cemetery gazebo.
In honor of Connie’s memory, please make donations in her name to: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1532 Linden Ave., Carpinteria, CA 93013.
Harry “Bud” Hahn 01/09/1926 — 04/10/2026
Harry “Bud” Hahn was born Jan. 9, 1926 and died at 100 years old on April 10, 2026 in Santa Barbara, California. He is survived by his children, Blake and Susan, his grandchildren, Dustin, Hayley and Lauren (Justin), and great-grandchildren Nick, Perry, James, Taj. Amir, and Keira. We all loved him very much and will miss him dearly.
On August 28, 1948, he married the love of his life, Martha Jean Field and together they enjoyed 55 years of a genuinely loving marriage before Jean died in 2 3. He said that the first thing he did every morning was to ask himself what he could do that day to show Jean that he loved her and make her life better. He also believed that he should leave anywhere he visited and anything he did “better than he found it.” As his children and grandchildren, we attest that he lived by those words: he was generous, thoughtful, kind, loved his family fiercely, and tried to show that love in his daily life. He taught these values by example to his children.
He was born in the Lutheran Hospital in Los Angeles to loving and successful parents who were “old world” Lutherans from Germany and Sweden. He was an active lifelong member of the church. For the last 30 years as a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Carpinteria, he served as elder, president, choir member, and general all-purpose handyman. He loved the people there. In the last two years of his life, when he was no longer able to attend church regularly, he was delighted when church members came to sing Christmas carols with him on his front porch. He still knew all the words by heart!
Bud graduated from Hoover High in Glendale, California, in 1944 and received his draft notice in his high school diploma as he walked across the stage at 18 years old. He enlisted in the navy and served in WWII on a sub chaser in the South acific as chief engineer mechanic. He was proud to keep his ship running and especially proud that he was never seasick, even in
high seas. Late in life, he could recite his service number and ship number, even when he had forgotten so many other things. He loved boats, ships, the ocean, and spent many years walking the blu s of Carpinteria with close friends from church, including Anna, Chuck, Clarence and Rosalie. Their “walking club” was known and greeted by the whole Concha Loma neighborhood. He continued walking even after many of his fellow club members passed, until he was 94 years old.
He loved sports of all kinds and enjoyed riding many miles on a bicycle until he was 85. He credited his Track and Field training in high school as a contributor to his longevity: he ran the 880 and 440. He built a volleyball, paddle tennis, and badminton court in the backyard of his Palos Verdes Home. For many years he hosted church groups for volleyball parties and played right along with the “kids,” well into his early 70s. He stayed very active walking, doing yard work, and setting up for church events until his late 90s. He was blessed with a strong will and physically strong body.
After his service in WWII, Bud graduated from Glendale College and he and Jean lived in Santa Barbara on Hayley Street while he attended USCB. He stopped attending college to take a job with Black and Decker, working as a salesman and earned several promotions. When he decided he wanted to work for himself, he bought M and W Electric Motors and Tools in Torrance, California. He, his son Blake, and partners managed and grew that business to include Electrical Wholesale and 50 employees.
Bud retired at 72. Bud and Jean loved their home in Palos Verdes, where they lived from 1960 to 1996, enjoying a panoramic view of the San Pedro Harbor. They moved to Carpinteria in 1996 and he loved living and walking in the beautiful beach town there. When asked why his children, grand-children and great-grandchildren visited him so often, he always credited living by the beach as his secret. In truth, he (and Jean) were generous hosts and always made family the center of their lives. Our mom and dad continued the traditions set by their parents of keeping family close. We were all blessed to know such a loving Mom and Dad. We miss Mom daily and we will miss Dad just as much, but we will keep them and good memories in our hearts as long as we live. It was a final tribute to his enduring love for his wife Jean that Dad died on her birthday. His love for her, for family, and his faith in God were truly the center of his life.
A Celebration of Life service will be held 11:30 a.m. on Friday, June 12 at Faith Lutheran Church in Carpinteria.
Carpinteria
LETTERS
“Not
every piece of land should be viewed through the lens of development potential. Some places are simply too important to lose. The Carpinteria Bluffs are one of those places.
—David Powdrell
Bluffs part of the ommunit s identit should be reserved
My family and I adamantly oppose any real estate development on our prized Carpinteria Blu s.
This property is sacred to our smalltown community. lease consider directing this type of pro ect inland, as blu property is where our children play, where our artists paint, where we take long meandering strolls, where families gather to watch sunsets and where visitors discover the natural beauty that makes Carpinteria so special.
The blu s are far more than vacant land. They are part of our community’s identity. They provide open space, wildlife habitat, public enjoyment and a connection to nature that is becoming increasingly rare along the California coast. Once these blu s are developed, they are gone forever. No amount of landscaping, mitigation or promises can replace the loss of an undeveloped coastline.
The decisions we make today will shape Carpinteria for generations. We have a responsibility to leave future residents and visitors the same opportunity to walk these trails, enjoy these ocean views and experience the sense of peace and wonder that the blu s provide today.
Not every piece of land should be viewed through the lens of development potential. Some places are simply too important to lose. The Carpinteria Blu s are one of those places.
I respectfully urge the city to protect this treasured community resource and reject any proposal that would result in real estate development on the Carpinteria Blu s.
Cities are remembered not for the developments they approved, but for the special places they had the wisdom to preserve.
Thank you for your consideration.
David Powdrell Carpinteria
ood lanning starts with reality
Anyone at the train station parking lot over Memorial Day weekend saw an important reality It was full.
Not ust with train passengers. The lot serves commuters, beachgoers, downtown patrons, visitors to the Tomol Interpretive playground and Amtrak travelers. It is one of Carpinteria’s most valuable shared public assets.
That is why it is ba ing that Carpinteria is planning to undermine reliable station parking while other communities across Southern California are investing millions to expand theirs. They understand that access drives ridership. Many
cities would gladly trade places with us for a downtown passenger rail station. Instead of protecting this amazing asset, the Sur iner hotel pro ect threatens to smother it.
Unfortunately, the city has underestimated parking issues before. When residents pointed out that parking at Monte ista ark was not enough to support a dog park, the city ignored the reality. Today, on many weekends, you’re likely to see more o -leash dogs at nearby iola ark, where parking is abundant, than at the actual dog park. The lesson is clear Access drives usage.
The risk is that the same mistake plays out downtown, this time a ecting rail users, beachgoers, playground visitors, local businesses and residents alike.
Good planning starts with reality, not foregone conclusions. It asks what will work in practice, rather than plugging in outdated, increasingly inapplicable conjunctive parking assumptions to get past inconvenient facts. A full parking lot is reality. We should plan accurately because wishful planning gets a reality check when it’s too late.
The station parking lot already does more for the community than 36 hotel rooms ever could. It serves thousands of people with di erent needs every year and has the potential to do even more. If we appreciate our luck, we should protect and enhance its reliable ability to serve us all.
Rosie Blue Carpinteria
Say no to 16-story building at gan roundabout
Are we still talking about the 16-story building at Ogan roundabout, on the Frontier property? Is the county pushing this on Carpinteria Let’s talk logistics. Beyond the fact that this project is so, so out of place for Carpinteria, it is out of place for the entire county. If you thought the traffic at the corner of Linden and Carpinteria Avenue was bad, ust wait. There is no southbound access to Highway 1 1. All the traffic will have to pass through either the Linden or Casitas ass intersection. Now ust think about that nightmare.
The county should build this project at the old Sears property at La Cumbre. Let Hope Ranch look at it … shame, shame, shame on this county. If Carpinteria doesn’t stand up and say not now, not ever, this town will have an aesthetic disaster forever on its face. No, no, no I can’t believe we have allowed this topic to be discussed for this long, let alone talked about at all.
Jonathan Chapman Carpinteria
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It is my pleasure to honor and recognize the distinguished Carpinteria High School (CHS) Class of 2026 — 141 graduates! They did it! I am so proud of them and their accomplishments. Their dedication and hard work for these past 13 years have prepared them well for college and careers. I look forward to their contributions to our community and wish them all the happiness and success that they deserve. I would also like to congratulate Valedictorians, Valeria Pulido and Edwin Hernandez, and Salutatorian, Massimo Bonilla-Zakosek.
High school Senior Awards Ceremony
On May 28, CHS Seniors were recognized for their outstanding academic achievement, service and student leadership for these past four years. A remarkable 58% of the seniors were inducted into the California Scholastic Federation receiving their CSF tassels; 78% earned the Golden State Seal Merit diploma (far above the 35% state average); and 30% earned the Seal of Biliteracy (above the 20% state average).
CHS department chairs recognized outstanding students in liberal arts: Valeria Pulido, Alarisuel Rodriguez, Logan Labistour, David Esquivel and Ellie Roberts; and in science and math: Crystal Echeverria, Massimo Bonilla-Zakosek, Kacey Kramer, Edwin Hernandez and Vivian Huskins. The distinguished Arete Award was presented to Kacey Kramer.
The Carpinteria Education Foundation recognized dozens of seniors with $2 million of scholarships funded by generous community donors. Local organizations continued their tradition of supporting CHS students pursuing career pathways with 13 Career and Technical Education (CTE) scholarships. This ceremony re ected the dedication, resilience and spirit of the Class of 2026 — a group of students which has distinguished itself academically and contributed meaningfully to the Carpinteria community.
The projected enrollment numbers for the 2026-27 school year, compared to enrollment from the previous year.
Appreciation
Please join me in recognizing Principal Cornejo, Asst. Principals Neumann and Sobenes and CHS parent group for organizing the wonderful senior activities and the senior ags on Linden Carpinteria Avenue. I’d also like to thank Carpinteria Middle School (CMS), Aliso, Summerland, Canalino CFS principals, office sta and parent groups for their fabulous promotion ceremonies. Congratulations to grades five and eight students and their families!
I would like to also recognize and thank CHS Athletic Director Cooney, Asst. Director Bryant, coaches and CHS student athletes for a terrific Spring season of sports! Boys tennis captured the Citrus Coast League Championship, with standout performances across the roster. Cervando Campuzano and Ethan Almgren earned the title of Citrus Coast League Doubles Champions, and Edwin Hernandez finished as the league runner-up in singles.
Baseball secured a third-place finish in the Citrus Coast League and advanced to the CIF Division 7 quarterfinals, demonstrating strong competitiveness throughout the postseason. Boys volleyball finished second in the Citrus Coast League and earned a berth in the CIF playo s.
The swim team claimed the Citrus Coast League Championship and advanced to the CIF playoffs, reflecting depth and consistency across events. Girls track captured the Citrus Coast League Championship, while boys track earned a solid third-place league finish. Softball completed a productive and rewarding season, marked by growth and teamwork.
Congratulations!
Canalino Elementary School students, Tate Mayer, Eddie Cantu, Billy Stewart, Ava Densmore, Sophina Guerrero, Evie Mayer, Gabe DeAnda and Noah Donahue; and CMS students, Jayden Benitez, Samantha Snyder and Emma Hotchner participated in the Santa Barbara County Education Office Math Superbowl last week with their teachers, Ms. Guerrero, Ms. McDonald and Mr. Ramos. Students competed as individuals and in grade-level teams to solve complex mathematical problems. The teams also participated in an engineering challenge, building cantilevers from clay and toothpicks. Canalino’s fifth-grade team won first place with their cantilever measuring 35 centimeters! Congratulations!
Dr. Sonia Aguila, Dual Language Immersion (DLI) teacher at Canalino, will receive the Promoting Bilingualism and Biliteracy Award from the Association of Two-Way & Dual Language Education (ATDLE) annual conference in San Diego on June 18. The Association supports the development and continued implementation of Two-Way and Dual Language programs throughout the nation. Currently there are more than 3,600 DLI programs in the United States. Congratulations Dr. Aguila!
overnor’s budget
Governor Newsom’s 2026–27 May Revision budget injects nearly $10 billion in new or expanded investments into transitional kindergarten through 12th grade schools and community colleges, driven by a massive state revenue surge from income tax and AI investment capital gains. However, the plan also contains a contentious proposal to withhold $3.9 billion in constitutionally guaranteed Proposition 98
funding until the following fiscal year to hedge against revenue volatility.
Key funding boosts and formula adjustments include “Super COLA 4.31% for LCFF districts (not CUSD); special education (will increase CUSD special education revenues) and community schools (not CUSD). Targeted Academic and Operational Grants available to CUSD include professional development, reading screeners, dual enrollment and food services.
New sta mandates which will add costs to CUSD’s budget include the paid pregnancy disability leave which provides up to 14 weeks of fully paid pregnancy disability leave for all transitional kindergarten through 12th grade educators and public school employees beginning in 2026-27. School districts are expected to cover this expense using their Super COLA funds which CUSD and other community-funded districts do not receive.
Measure U
At the Aliso transitional kindergarten and kindergarten building site, the dewatering process has ended and the soil has dried. Over-ex and soil stabilization have been completed. Compaction criteria for the building pad were met, inspected and certified. A final survey was done, and underground utilities work is now under way. The Carpinteria Valley Water District conducted their site visit and have scheduled their street work for fire water to proceed later this month.
Diana Rigby is the superintendent of Carpinteria nified School istrict. For more information about C S , log on to cusd.net, or contact iana at drigby cusd.net or 05 6 - 511 222.
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Carpinteria was well represented in the Citrus Coast League All League 2026 selections, as several athletes came away with individual honors after successful seasons of competition. This week, Coastal View highlights the athletes who earned All League selection in boys volleyball, baseball and softball.
Boys Volleyball
Carpinteria boys volleyball went on a five-match win streak at the end of the regular season to grab second place in the league standings and earn a spot in the CIF layo s. espite a loss on the road in the first round at Capistrano alley Christian, the Warriors had a lot to celebrate with this year’s squad.
Carpinteria senior outside hitter Rafael Cintura and senior setter Alan Maya both earned selections on the First Team All Citrus Coast League, after both contributed big stat lines throughout the year.
The Warriors also had a setter and outside hitter selected to the Second Team, as senior Cole Rowbottom earned a spot with his high- ying highlights and senior Jesus “Chuy” Reyes earned a selection with a solid season of setting up teammates for success.
Carpinteria’s senior class was core to this year’s playo run, and three more seniors earned honorable mentions for their work on the court. Senior middle Alariuziel Rodriguez, senior opposite hitter Jesus Campuzano and senior middle blocker Rafael Montes all made the honorable mention list.
Baseball
Carpinteria baseball had a season of hot streaks, with the Warriors starting the year winning eight straight games and ending the year on another eight-game win streak including two playo wins before being knocked out in the CIF uarterfinals.
The Warriors late-season run was enough to grab third place in the league standings, setting up the postseason run which was highlighted by a 7-2 win in the second round in front of friends and family at a packed John Calderwood Field on May 19.
Carpinteria’s baseball team was led by a strong pitching sta , a staunch defense and a deep roster of capable hitters that helped keep the team in close games. The Warriors were well recognized in this year’s All League selections, with three players on the First Team and two players on the Second Team.
The First Team selections included senior pitcher outfielder allas Bartholic, who played a major part in the Warriors success both on the mound and in the batter’s box; sophomore pitcher/shortstop Jonah Hernandez, who proved to be a clutch
competitor in big moments; and senior catcher Micah Smith, who served as a field general from behind the plate.
Second Team selections included senior Charlotte Cooney, a utility player who split time between second base and pitcher; and senior Gabe Martinez, who completed an impressive career where he excelled as one of the team’s best pitchers and hitters since starting as a freshman four years ago.
Carpinteria had three more players earn honorable mentions, including senior first baseman/outfielder Sam Medel, senior outfielder Noah Morente and sophomore infielder Brayden Real.
Softball
Carpinteria softball had a tough season on the diamond, with just two wins this year, placing the Warriors at the bottom of the highly competitive Citrus Coast League.
The Warriors missed out on the playo s, but Carpinteria had several individual players earn All League honors after successful performances this season.
The team was led by seniors Cecilia Lemus and Sophia Santana, who were both named to the Second Team All Citrus Coast League.
The Warriors had three more players earn honorable mentions, with senior pitcher Jamaica Cook, junior shortstop Anaia Nunez and sophomore catcher Iyanna Carrillo.
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Carpinteria athletes test their limits in Spartan Race
A group of local athletes who train together at Empower Fitness in Carpinteria tested their skills in one of the most grueling 10k races in the country, as the team traveled to Big Bear on May 15 and 16 to take on the Spartan Race.
The Spartan Race is considered as the second-most difficult racecourse of its kind, with a challenging 3,000-foot elevation gain and an average grade incline of about 18%. The high-altitude course has more than two dozen obstacles, and at its steepest point the racers are climbing an incline of 40% at a height of about 8,000 feet.
The local competitors trained together at Empower Fitness, undergoing a 12-week training cycle with runs on Franklin Trail and Romero Canyon, testing the runners’ endurance and ability to withstand the challenges of higher elevation. The runs, hikes and gym training helped many of the competitors complete the course with success.
Empower Fitness owner Emlynn Hewitt was the top finisher, coming in first place overall in the Women’s Open division. Christina Martinez finished in 19th place; Laure Brimbal finished in 21st; Nikki Lawler came in 38th; Connie Fourquean finished in 41st place; Alyssa Wigle got 58th; and Nicole Ricotta completed the course in 59th place.
In the men’s category, Michael Lane finished 39th overall in the men’s open category and second in his age group. Jedd Hewitt finished 51st in the men’s open and third in his age group, while Ryan McHugh got 67th overall and 4th in his age group.
“The Spartan race was one of the most challenging things we have ever done,” Hewitt said. “The accomplishment of completing the race felt amazing and we can’t wait to find our next athletic endeavor as team Empower Fitness!”
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The Empower Fitness team at the Spartan Race in Big Bear, California in May.
