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Sat, May 17 / 7:30 PM / Arlington Theatre
Wynton Marsalis leads an all-star 13-piece ensemble in live accompaniment to the 2010 silent film LOUIS, a vivid reimagining of the adventures of a young Louis Armstrong shot in the style of early Charlie Chaplin movies. The film is rated “R” – Restricted (Some Sexual Content)
Tessa Lark, violin
Amy Yang, piano
Tue, May 20 / 7 PM / Hahn Hall
“Tessa Lark embodies joy in music making.”
– John Corigliano, composer
At once a classical violin virtuoso and a blazing bluegrass fiddler from Kentucky, Tessa Lark performs a program exploring all sides of her prolific career, from Bartók to bluegrass and beyond.
Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano
Sheku Kanneh-Mason, cello
Thu, May 29 / 7 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall
Sibling duo Isata and Sheku Kanneh-Mason will put their intuitive understanding and remarkable rapport on full display in this richly evocative recital exploring the legacy of late Romantic and modern chamber music.
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During this year’s Earth Day Festival, our staff and contributors had the pleasure of meeting up with you, our readers and community members, to celebrate our planet! The earlymorning rain on Saturday came down heavily, but like many of you, we were ready rain or shine for days full of good food, family fun, and great performances.
Right as the festival was beginning, the clouds began to part and the sun shined through brightly for the rest of the weekend a true gift from Mother Nature. Music was in full swing all day long with False Puppet and Double Wide Kings commanding the stage Saturday night. Cornerstone and No Simple Highway finished out the weekend, and many other amazing performers hit the stage as well.
This year, the climate action stage hosted important conversations on everything from renewable energy to making mindful earth connections and what’s happening on the front lines of climate disasters. There was truly something for everyone, from the Green Car Show (currently the longest-running) to the exciting kids’ corner filled with face-painting, karate, and lots of interactive activities.
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Esa-Pekka Salonen, Conductor Laureate Pierre-Laurent Aimard, piano
The Los Angeles Philharmonic, under the baton of their esteemed Conductor Laureate Esa-Pekka Salonen, return for an evening of grand musical exploration with celebrated pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard. The concert marks Maestro Salonen’s sixteenth appearance conducting for CAMA over the past three decades—twelve with the LA Phil and three with London’s Philharmonia Orchestra.
DEBUSSY: Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune (Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun)
BARTÓK: Piano Concerto No. 3, Sz. 119, BB 127 (1945)
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Steven Barber, Crew of Sculptors Deliver Nine-Foot Bronze Statue to President in Florida
woman in space, each one requiring significant funding and hardfought permissions.
“Everything I’ve done is impossible,” he said. Barber, who splits his time between Montecito and Santa Monica, describes himself as the “visionary” who commissions the monuments. The actual construction is carried out by the Lundeens, a family of fine art sculptors out of Colorado.
“They are absolute masters of their craft,” he said. “Their work is all over the world,” including the Vatican.
Barber knew it was his duty to enshrine Trump’s place in American history when the president survived an assassination attempt last summer. “This has nothing to do with politics,” Barber insisted.
Tby Tyler Hayden
he Donald Trump you see on TV is not the Donald Trump that Steven Barber met when he delivered a nine-foot bronze statue of the president to his south Florida golf club earlier this month.
“When the camera is on, he’s a showman,” Barber said. “But when you meet the guy, he’s calm, kind, introspective just extremely thoughtful. He’s a f—ing Buddha.”
Barber is a longtime filmmaker who recently pivoted to creating monuments and is now on a “divine path to shine a light on American exceptionalism.” Good friends with Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, Barber created his breakout piece to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing; it was installed at the Kennedy Space Center. That was followed by bronze statues of the Apollo 13 crew, Amelia Earhart, and Sally Ride, the first American
“This is a guy who took a bullet and jumped up and said, ‘Fight, fight, fight!’ An amazing energy came from that moment.” The monument, he noted, is the first of a living president still in office. His future projects include Jimmy Carter and, hopefully, Bill Clinton. “But Clinton’s a weird cat,” he said. “I’m not sure it’s going to happen.”
The six-figure price tag for the Trump statue was covered by Anthony Constantino, CEO of custom printing company Sticker Mule, who made headlines last year for installing a 100-foot “VOTE FOR TRUMP” sign in New York. “When I saw that, I said to myself, ‘This guy’s a patriot,’ ” Barber said. “So, I tracked him down.”
Barber, Constantino, and the Lundeens were given a seven-minute audience with the president when the monument was installed at the Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach. Barber said he’d practiced for months what he would say to the man including, “Lincoln saved the
country, but you saved the world” but all that went out the window when they were face-to-face. “I was watching him look up at the monument, gold and bronze, the sun beaming off it it was an out-of-body experience,” Barber said.
Trump loved the statue, Barber said. “He was blown away by it.” By trade, the president is a builder, so he inquired about the hot wax construction process and asked if the piece would survive a hurricane. The team assured him it could withstand a Category 5. Trump also noticed the pedestal was made of “Trump heavy coral,” a building material he invented and patented, Barber said.
Barber said he’s received significant backlash over the project like the text he got during our interview that called him a “moral-grifting coward” but he lets it roll off his back. “This was not so much about Trump as it was about the country,” he said. “I essentially gifted this monument to the 77 million people who voted for him.”
“I’m a conservative. I’m a Republican. I love this country,” Barber continued. “Trump does a lot of f—d up s—t, but he does more good than bad. And compared to the last guy, he’s Jesus Christ incarnate.” Barber said he’s not hardcore MAGA “that’s having a Trans Am on your lawn and listening to Skynyrd,” he said but does agree with the president on most topics, particularly transgender issues and public safety.
Barber is hopeful more Trump statues will be made. He’s been speaking with the mayor of Huntington Beach, which recently declared itself a “non-sanctuary city,” one of the few in California. “Again, this is not about red or blue,” Barber said. “It’s about management.” Look how Mayor Karen Bass let Los Angeles burn, he exclaimed. Or how Governor Gavin Newsom has allowed homelessness to spiral out of control. “I’m just a common-sense American,” he said. Whatever the future holds for Barber’s newfound mission of monument-making, he’s still basking in the seven minutes he spent with the most powerful man in the world. “Whether you love him or hate him, you have to admit what the guy has done with his life is remarkable. He represents everything that’s good about this country.”
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POLITICS
Hundreds of people gathered outside the Social Security Administration Office on Figueroa Street on 4/24 to protest the Trump Administration’s cuts to many Santa Barbara seniors’ “lifeline”: Social Security. More than 50 percent of seniors in America rely on Social Security for all or most of their income, said Jon “Bowzer” Bauman (above), president of the Social Security Works PAC, who led the event organized by Indivisible Santa Barbara. In Santa Barbara County, 78,455 seniors receive benefits through Social Security. “Social Security is your money. It’s our money,” Rep. Salud Carbajal told the crowd, encouraging them to keep speaking out.
SCIENCE & TECH
A small rocket that took off from Vandenberg Space Force Base on 4/29 ended up in the Pacific Ocean north of Antarctica after a mishap a few minutes into the launch. Firefly Aerospace’s sixth Alpha rocket was carrying Lockheed Martin’s LM 400 Technology Demonstrator, a demo of the company’s new multi-mission satellite bus, which was intended to reach orbit. Firefly said its team is working closely with its customers and the Federal Aviation Administration to determine the root cause of the anomaly that led to the crash. The mission named “Message in a Booster” was Firefly’s second for Lockheed Martin.
HOUSING
Neighbors gathered outside on the street in an impromptu block party on 4/24 to watch as a Santa Barbara family had a fully equipped accessory dwelling unit (ADU) delivered and installed in their backyard by crane in one fell swoop. The $200,000 two-bedroom, 690-square-foot unit came in one piece fully manufactured by Redwood City–based Samara, and the entire unit was lifted from the truck bed over the family’s house and in place in about 15 minutes. The entire process, from purchase to delivery, took less than a year. Samara is currently in the process of permitting and installing a few more of the backyard units in the S.B. area.
A conceptual plan from Santa Barbara developer and landlord Ed St. George shows a four-story Art Deco–style building at the site of the iconic Pea Soup Andersen’s restaurant in Buellton. The plans, which are not a formal application, propose 125 one-bedroom condominiums, a restaurant space for the Pea Soup Restaurant, office space, and a public gym. St. George purchased the property last year for $4.95 million; Pea Soup had operated for nearly a century.
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Montecito’s Steven Barber poses with his nine-foot bronze statue of President Trump.
‘Right to Counsel’ Program for Tenants to Be Made Permanent
The Santa Barbara City Council unanimously approved plans to extend funding for the Legal Aid Foundation’s “right to counsel” program for at least one additional year, giving the city time to explore a more permanent version of the program, which provides legal representation to low-income households facing eviction.
In December 2022, the city set aside a $250,000 for the one-year pilot program, giving the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County money to hire an additional attorney and support staff that would allow the nonprofit organization to take on at least 80 more cases.
Housing and Human Services Manager Laura Dubbels provided a brief report on the first eight months of the program, which served 50 households as of the end of March 2025. These 50 cases, according to data provided by the Legal Aid Foundation, included individuals on Section 8 vouchers, families with children, and Spanish-speaking households. All of the households were either very low- or extremely low-income, with a majority earning less than a third of the area median income. In total, the program helped more than 120 residents, 32 of whom were children.
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A few morning sprinkles did nothing to dampen the sunshiny vibe of Santa Barbara’s 2025 Earth Day celebration. The mothership of Santa Barbara’s festival now in its 55th year once again landed at Alameda Park last weekend, and people from far and wide communed outside to connect with climate-forward businesses and organizations; engage in climate-focused educational activities; hear from dozens of speakers on a variety of environmental topics; savor locally sourced, climate-friendly food and beverages; check out the Green Car Show; and, of course, enjoy a nice variety of live music. Presented by the Community Environmental Council in partnership with CarpEvents, the festival kicked off 4/26 by honoring environmental heroes Dr. Leah Stokes and the late Charlie Eckberg. This year’s theme was “Our Power, Our Planet,” inviting everyone around the globe to unite behind renewable energy and to work together to triple the global generation of renewable energy by 2030.
Legal Aid Executive Director Jennifer Smith said the program helped close 20 cases in the first few months, returning over $133,000 worth of settlement payments, relocation assistance, returned security deposits, waived rent, or savings on what would have been illegal rent increases. “Access to counsel provides a really important return on investment,” Smith said.
Councilmember Meagan Harmon said she “wholeheartedly supported making the pilot program permanent,” though she said she wanted the city to use a data-driven approach to deciding how the permanent program would work.
Councilmember Kristen Sneddon agreed that the city could use “more rigorous data report” on the program, and she recommended that the city continue a “status quo” level of funding which would be about $125,000 from the city’s general fund to allow the pilot program to continue for one more year while the city began a public process for the permanent program. The “request for procurement” (RFP) process would open up competition to any providers to submit a bid, though Legal Aid would likely be the leading contender to become the permanent provider.
BUSINESS
Game Over (for Now)
Game Seeker Closes After 20 Years on State St.; Others to Follow
After two decades of providing puzzles, party games, and a place for connection on lower State Street, Game Seeker has closed its doors. Owner Ingrid Estrella confirmed that her lease was not renewed, and a visit to the ground-floor tenants of the Hotel Santa Barbara found that others expected to be moving, too.
for Starbucks, which sells coffee on the corner at Cota Street, said they had no plans to relocate.
EDUCATION
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The City Council approved the plan in a 6-0 vote.
S.B. City College will begin construction as early as next fall on a $105 million physical education complex that will replace the aging existing building, with the Board of Trustees approving the plan to fund the project using $34 million in state funds and $71 million from the voter-approved Measure P Bond extension. The current athletic facility, built in 1963, doesn’t meet current Title IX standards, and the college will demolish the entire building and replace it with a state-of-theart four-story, 77,000-square-foot sports complex with a NCAA regulation gym, classrooms, dance and exercise rooms, a fitness center, and staff office space. The new building will also be a designated emergency disaster relief center.
TRANSPORTATION
Perched atop Ortega Hill with sweeping views of Highway 101 and the Pacific Ocean, elected officials and transportation partners gathered to cut a ceremonial ribbon and celebrate the completion of the Padaro and Summerland segments of the Highway 101 widening project on 4/25. Seven miles of new carpool lanes north- and southbound, six new bridges increasing water flow, 16 rebuilt onand off-ramps, and six new sound walls will now provide remedies to traffic congestion between Carpinteria and Summerland. This corridor, which originally featured two lanes per direction, also incorporates a new Blue Star Memorial Highway honoring World War I veterans as well as a new Santa Claus Lane bikeway. n
The facade of the hotel property is draped in black netting as the windows are replaced in an ongoing renovation by new owner Hendricks Commercial Properties of Beloit, Wisconsin. Hendricks purchased the parcel in December 2021 under the LLC name 527 State Street. First to depart was Stabiles Boutique, which loaded up the contents of its 527 State Street store at the end of January 2024 and trucked it to 100 East Yanonali Street in the Funk Zone.
Game Seeker’s Estrella said she understood last November that her lease would not be renewed, and she had remained on a month-to-month basis until she received a 60-day notice to vacate by the end of April. “We knew this might happen we’ve seen it before,” Estrella said. “But we were hoping we’d have more time. It just came a little sooner than we expected.”
Despite being prepared, she said the financial impact of relocating on short notice has still been significant. She and her husband owned and ran the store at 537 State Street, which had been a fixture for families and game-lovers since 2004. Estrella took over as owner in 2020, after starting there as a young employee.
A representative of the Hendricks group in Wisconsin said they planned to renovate the Game Seeker space. As real estate agents showed the property, some tenants learned that a swanky new bar or restaurant might replace the storefronts on the ground-floor space. The hotel’s customary entrance is boarded up in favor of a temporary lobby at Stabiles Boutique’s previous location.
Under the black netting and scaffolding on State Street, longer leases may protect some tenants for a while. A representative
The storefront for Marcel Hemp vibrated from the grinding going on behind its connecting wall with the hotel. The owner, Marcel Monsivais, was not there, but his employees believed they were planning to move, too. Nearby, Charles Fazzino’s 3D Studio Gallery at 529 State Street received a 60-day notice in March. Gallery director Carol Ritz said Fazzino’s colorful three-dimensional art had brightened the space for 23 years and that they were now looking for a new space on State Street before the end of May.
“We were up on the 900 block 29 years ago,” Ritz recalled, adding that a storefront on State Street was essential, “especially down at this end” where the tourists were plentiful. The pedestrian-only promenade had definitely hurt sales. “At least bring back the tram,” she suggested. “People would see the gallery from their cars or the tram and want to stop and come in.”
Both Ritz and Estrella credited the previous property owner for valuing local business; he’d looked for “forever tenants,” said another. Estrella said the recent shift was part of a broader trend. “[The property] is owned by a corporation now. They have different plans and they didn’t include us.”
She was quick to emphasize that this isn’t just a story about real estate it’s a story about relationships, memories, and local value. “What about 20 years of business?” Estrella asked. “What about what we offer a place to come and buy board games so that you can sit with your family and play and connect, especially in this digital world?”
Though Game Seeker has closed its storefront, Estrella says this isn’t the end. The team is actively searching for a new location and exploring pop-ups and online sales to stay afloat in the meantime.
“We really want the next space to be one where we can sit down and play,” Estrella said. “That’s how you can support us by showing up to play.” n
Game Seeker owner Ingrid Estrella
Standing Above the Clouds
Film Screening & Discussion with Pua Case &
Kapulei Flores
When the massive Thirty Meter Telescope is proposed to be built on Mauna Kea, an uprising of kia'i (protectors) in Hawai'i dedicate their lives to protecting the sacred mountain from destruction. Through the lens of mothers and daughters in three Native Hawaiian families — including community organizer Pua Case and her two daughters, artist -activists Hāwane Rios and Kapulei Flores — the documentary Standing Above the Clouds (2024) explores intergenerational healing and the impacts of safeguarding cultural traditions.
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Tesla Stigma
I bought my Tesla Model 3 four years ago and have felt good about reducing my carbon footprint. I recently sold my other ICE [internal combustion engine] vehicle and purchased an e-bike and am now completely off fossil fuels.
It is frustrating that I am being made to feel guilty for owning it just because Musk has now gone MAGA. The left should not be attacking others on the left who made environmentally conscious choices because of Musk.
dirtier than the global average. It’s what geologists call “sour” and “heavy,” which makes it more difficult to extract and refine. Models estimate that Sable’s production would increase greenhouse gases by 2.5 million tons more than all the county releases in four years.
And what if there’s another spill? Financial documents show Sable lacks funds to cover the costs. That means we taxpayers will have to pay to cover its damages.
Let’s be clear: Restarting Sable’s project isn’t an economic shot in the arm. It’s a gut punch.
Evan Gantz, S.B.
I will continue to drive my Tesla because it represents my commitment to our planet, not the CEO of Tesla.
Paasha Mahdavi, UCSB Professor; Director, Energy Governance and Political Economy Lab
No “Daylighting” in I.V.
AHistory has shown us that it is possible and often necessary to separate a creator from their creation. Henry Ford, a titan of American industry and founder of the Ford Motor Company, was also a vocal anti-Semite whose publications were praised by Hitler himself. Yet millions around the world have driven Ford vehicles without embracing or endorsing Ford’s personal views.
Similarly, we must ask whether it is fair or productive to condemn Tesla’s innovations the engineering, the renewable energy contributions, the shift in automotive design based solely on the controversies surrounding Elon Musk. To do so may risk losing sight of the greater good that the technology itself offers. Morton Weisman, Santa Barbara
Stop Enabling Sable
Arecent Voice in the Independent claimed without evidence that restarting Sable’s offshore oil platforms would be a boon to California and the local community. The piece is misrepresentative to downright false.
The op-ed claimed that restarting the pipeline will reduce imports of foreign oil. Yet a statistical analysis shows that it won’t. If the project reduced foreign oil imports, we would have seen an increase in imports after the pipeline was shut down back in 2015. But imports to California didn’t change. Instead, we used less oil in favor of cleaner energy sources.
The oil produced by Sable’s project will be more expensive than major foreign suppliers’ and not costcompetitive in California. So where will Sable sell its oil if no one will buy it here? Most likely, they’ll export it to other countries. So much for boosting California’s energy independence.
Perhaps most absurd is the claim that the project will be good for the environment. Sable’s oil is
s Isla Vista residents and homeowners, we are concerned about the problem of parking violations and the apparent lack of enforcement of California’s “daylighting law,” Assembly Bill 413. The new law prohibits parking within 20 feet of crosswalks and 15 feet of intersections without marked crosswalks. It was designed to improve pedestrian safety by ensuring clear sightlines at intersections, hence the term “daylighting.” This is particularly crucial in densely populated areas like Isla Vista, where thousands of students and families with young children navigate the streets daily.
Multiple violations of this law are seen every day. Cars regularly park well within the prohibited red zones, creating dangerous blind spots for both drivers and pedestrians.
The consequences of non-enforcement are not theoretical. Reduced visibility at intersections directly contributes to near-misses and potential accidents.
We strongly urge local authorities to increase police patrols in Isla Vista specifically focused on parking enforcement. More tickets need to be issued to violators of the daylighting law to ensure compliance. This is about creating a culture of safety and respect for regulations that protect our most vulnerable community members.
Enforcing existing laws should be a baseline expectation, not an aspiration. We ask officials to take immediate action before a preventable tragedy occurs. Ian and Erin Stewart, Isla Vista
The New McCarthyism
Stop Weaponizing Anti-Semitism to Attack the University
BY RICHARD APPELBAUM, DICK FLACKS, HARVEY MOLOTCH, HOWARD WINANT
One year ago, the Santa Barbara Independent published our letter supporting the UC Santa Barbara students who were protesting the Gaza war (“We Are Old Activists, We Are Jewish, and We Support the Student Protests Against the Gaza War,” April 30, 2024.) Now it is almost exactly a year later, and we remain united in denouncing the Israeli war on the people of Gaza.
This conflict is not really about anti-Semitism. It is about the independence and autonomy of universities in the United States. Surveys of American Jews show a deep split about the Gaza situation. Sizable percentages support U.S. pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire and express positive attitudes toward the student protests. Thousands of Jewish academics have signed a statement of opposition to Israeli and U.S. policy titled “Not in Our Name.” Jewish Voice for Peace an explicitly anti-Zionist organization actively engaged in protesting the war now claims a half-million supporters.
As educators, we note the complexities of difference among Jews, as with other peoples in the world. There is deep historic variation among Jews as to what they do believe or should believe. To equate Jewish identity with the goals of the Israeli state reflects a political agenda.
Some leading Jewish organizations, notably the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), currently act on the erroneous idea that “anti-Zionism is anti-Semitism.” The ADL assiduously monitors what it considers antiSemitic episodes, but makes no distinction between anti-Jewish speech and action versus expression of opposition to Zionist goals. For the ADL, demonstrations of support for Palestinian justice are counted as anti-Semitic. ADL furthermore asserts that these protests are engineered by or connected to Hamas.
UCSB has been an ADL target. The ADL “report card on campus anti-Semitism” singled out UCSB for an “F.” In conjunction with this branding, the U.S. Education Department’s Civil Rights Office investigated UCSB among a number of schools for civil rights violations the “F” turned to “D” only after UCSB agreed to certain policies, including establishing advisory committees on anti-Semitism and Islamophobia. Nevertheless, the UCSB administration continues to be inundated with emails demanding that the campus stop “tolerating anti-Semitism.”
This logic is that of “moral panic,” familiar to us as sociologists finding scapegoats for events otherwise somehow disagreeable or threatening. This moral panic about UCSB has been further inflamed by a recently distributed film October 8, which features events at UCSB in an effort to discredit the antiwar protests, while ignoring Israeli crimes against humanity, such as the complete destruction of Gaza and the killing of more than 50,000 Gazans, most of whom were civilians.
The campus and community are being damaged by the weaponization of anti-Semitism. Some Jewish students undoubtedly feel offended and isolated, even personally attacked, by anti-Israel and antiZionist slogans and speeches. Charges of harboring anti-Semitism, often based on fabrication, offend other Jewish students, many of whom took part in
the protests and encampment. These conflicts also demoralize UCSB staff members who have been trying to sustain the campus community through dialogue, education, and goodwill.
Meanwhile, international students across America are being targeted, without due process, for visa revocation, incarceration, and deportation. A massive attack on the research operations of our leading universities (including UCSB) is taking place, using the “charge of anti-Semitism” as its rationale. Middle Eastern studies programs are being destroyed by government fiat. Pro-Palestinian faculty and speakers are being silenced.
We’re old enough to remember the days of McCarthyism in the ’50s. McCarthyism’s playbook constructed “communism” as a demonic force requiring suspension of the First Amendment and of academic freedom in order to eradicate this foreign, satanic menace. The new McCarthyism has substituted “Hamas” for “commies” and charged peaceful protesters with being terrorists. In some versions, professors and even the university itself are named as the “enemy.”
We are not optimistic about resolving the conflicts and murders that have been taking place in Israel and Palestine. We remain horrified both by the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, and by the relentless Israeli mass killing in Gaza since then. But as UCSB professors with a total combined teaching effort here of 180 years (!) we are certain that the First Amendment right to free speech and to protest must remain in force, that academic freedom must be protected, and that charges of anti-Semitism must not be instrumentalized in cynical and hypocritical attacks on the university. n
Anti-Zionism Has an AntiSemitism Problem
Criticism of Israel or Advocacy for Palestinian Justice Is Different from Anti-Jewish Actions
BY JOSHUA BURT
The op-ed by four former UC Santa Barbara faculty members, “The New McCarthyism,” misrepresents the AntiDefamation League’s clear stance on anti-Semitism in relation to anti-Zionism. Let there be no confusion: the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) does not equate criticism of Israel or advocacy for Palestinian justice with anti-Semitism.
ADL’s 2024 Audit of Anti-Semitic Incidents, released this week, states unequivocally: “ADL is careful not to conflate general criticism of Israel or anti-Israel activism with anti-Semitism. Legitimate political protest, support for Palestinian rights, or expressions of opposition to Israeli policies are not included in the Audit.” This principle also applies to the incidents considered in ADL’s Campus Anti-Semitism Report Card grades for UCSB and other universities.
However, targeting or excluding Jewish students because they are perceived as symbols of Israel, or its policies is anti-Semitism.
This is precisely what happened to Tessa Veksler and other Jewish students at the UCSB Multicultural Center last year. When some students attempted to remove Ms. Veksler from her position as student body president, it was not merely criticism of Israel it was blatant anti-Semitism directed at an innocent Jewish student.
These retired academics were absent from campus last year and did not witness Ms. Veksler’s struggle to retain her elected office simply because she was a proud Jew. This event was well-documented in contemporaneous news reports and the poignant October 8 documentary. Where were they when a Jewish student’s Mezuzah, a sacred Jewish symbol, was reportedly torn from their dorm room doorpost? Or when another dorm room was reportedly defaced with graffiti reading “Zionist go home” pointing to the student’s Mezuzah?
Where were they when Jewish students were confronted with signs declaring “Globalize the Intifada,” a call for indiscriminate violence against Israelis and Jews worldwide? Or when they saw inverted red triangles, a symbol used by Hamas to mark targets of violence? These are all expressions of hate. These are acts of anti-Semitism.
Where were they when Jewish students witnessed a rally celebrating the one-year anniversary of the barbaric massacre of October 7 the largest mass murder of Jews since the Holocaust?
Where is their empathy for the students, staff, and faculty affected by the anti-Jewish hate and threats that permeates colleges across our nation?
While UCSB faced significant challenges in responding to these incidents last year, its administration has acknowledged its shortcomings and has begun implementing necessary changes, committing to further progress in the near future. Despite the authors’ misrepresentations of ADL’s methodology and intentions, we will continue to advise and support UCSB and every willing university as they strive to improve Jewish life on campus and civil discourse for all their students.
Joshua Burt is Regional Director of ADL Santa Barbara/ Tri-Counties.
obituaries
James Paul Brown 03/26/1938 – 04/17/2025
James Paul Brown, artist and entrepreneur, passed away on April 17, 2025, with his beloved wife Juliet Rohde-Brown, and in-laws, by his side. He was 87 years old.
James was born March 26, 1938, in Gary, IN, and grew up in nearby Crown Point, surrounded by his family of bankers, doctors and lawyers, and encouraged by his mother, Jean, to make art. James graduated from the Culver Military Academy and Rollins College, but rejected a law career in favor of pursuing dual careers in art and radio.
James began producing and syndicated radio shows in the 1970s. His award-winning programs spanned the gamut from news and sports to ecology, classical music and pop music countdowns. He started Earth News Magazine, and produced Hitline USA and the Small Business Report.
James moved from Chicago to the West Coast in the early 1970s. He was a part of the Venice art scene, and his friends and colleagues included his then brother-in-law, William Wegman, Billy Al Bengston, Laddie John Dill and Chuck Arnoldi. James was an artist for the 1984 USA Olympics swim team, the America’s Cup, the Monaco Grand Prix, the LA Ballet and the musical La Cage Aux Folles. He painted portraits of notables including David Bowie, Michael Jackson, Nelson Mandela, and three US presidents. His collectors include Cheech Marin, Kris Kristofferson, Alex Trebek, Barbara Sinatra, and Lee Iacocca, as well as local philanthropists Sara Miller McCune and Anne and Michael Towbes.
James met Juliet Rohde in Los Angeles in 1984. They married in 1990 and relocated to Santa Barbara in 1996, where James owned an art gallery in Ojai and maintained studios in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria. He showed locally at Sullivan-Goss and Corridan galleries and was the official artist for Archie McClaren’s Central Coast Wine Classic. James’ label artwork for Sunstone and Artiste winery is instantly recognizable, and his work graces the walls of Bouchon and Petit Valentien restaurants, and CedarsSinai hospital in Los Angeles. His paintings are currently on display at Artiste’s Santa Ynez Gallery and Tasting Room, at Corridan Gallery in Santa Barbara, and at Bill Hester Fine Art in Santa Fe.
James is survived by his wife, Dr. Juliet Rohde-Brown; daughter Sarah Dorman of Minturn, CO; brothers Peter, Tony (Kathy) and Bill; his former wife, Sally Koppein; nieces and nephews including Coco Rohde, Kellan Rohde and Brandt Rohde; and loving in-laws.
James travelled the world but called Santa Barbara home. He was a lover of beauty, fine wine, great art, nature, poetry, beach walks, and life itself, and his art reflected his joy. For those who knew him, keep beloved James in your heart. Memorial services are pending.
Lois Grace Kiel
07/23/1935 – 04/20/2025
Lois Grace Kiel was born on July 23rd, 1935, to Allen and Emma Melger in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. She graduated from Trinity Lutheran School in 1945 and North High School in 1953. Lois met her husband Clayton Harvey Kiel in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and they married on April 27th, 1957. They moved to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where her husband worked for AC Spark Plug General Motors. In November 1961, they moved to Goleta, California, where her husband Clayton continued to work with General Motors. Lois devoted the early years to bringing up their 4 children, a blessing in her life. She enjoyed these years.
In 1985, she started work for the Goleta Union School District as a food service worker for 18 years, serving the young children until 2003. The family loved adventure. While the children were young, they traveled to all the states, national parks, and forests, and Alaska to the end of the road. Later, Lois and her husband traveled to many exotic places: the Caribbean, Hawaii, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga. The South Pacific was their favorite, where they loved to snorkel and experience the life of living in a Fijian village, because of a note in a bottle. Lois was an active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran church and loved singing in the church choir for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband Clayton of 49 years on August 13th, 2006, her brother Allen, and her sister Ruth. She is survived by daughter Susan (Jack) Huthsing, son Robert (Kelley) Kiel, daughter Sharon (Shane) Starr, son Steven (Elaina, predeceased) Kiel. Her grandchildren also survive her: Daniel, Joseph, and Gabriella Huthsing; Justin and Jessica Kiel; Sierra and Forest Starr; Katie and
Kacie Kiel. She is further survived by her great-grandchildren: Benjamin and Vivian Huthsing; Grant and James Huthsing; Pierce and Locher Kiel; and Kolson Starr. Also, sister in law Eileen Schieble and nieces and nephews.
The memorial service will be at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, located at 380 N Fairview Avenue, Goleta, California, on May 9th at 11:00 am, with a reception following in the fireside room.
“See you all in heaven again. God blessed me with the best husband and children. I loved my life.” -Lois Kiel
Peter William Newendorp
04/17/1948 – 04/03/2025
Peter William Newendorp passed from this earth peacefully on April 3, 2025, surrounded by family, just two weeks before his 77th birthday. His departure came swiftly, only five weeks after he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer. The family was with him, and so much love and fabulous memories were shared every day. To Peter, family was the most important thing. He was never shy about sharing his pride in his family and supported us all in following our dreams.
Peter was the oldest of five children, born on April 17, 1948, in Long Beach, California, to Arthur William and Harriet Weig Newendorp. Sadly, when Peter was nine years old, Arthur was killed in an accident while getting his flight hours over Florida swamps, where the family was stationed.
Peter remembered hitting his first home run in his Little League game and coming home to tell his dad, when his life totally changed. This tragedy thrust Peter into the role of "man of the family" at a young age. Harriet remarried and had two more children. They lived on several Marine Corps bases in North Carolina, Florida, and spent time in Illinois with relatives before moving to Tustin in Orange County, California, as he went into high school.
Peter attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he joined Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity, where he met and married Julie, and formed lifelong friendships that anchored him to the Santa Barbara community.
At 27, following his mother's death, Peter fully embraced his role as family patriarch, welcoming his younger siblings Susan (11) and
Michael (14) into his home with his wife Julie. His brothers David and Craig also moved to Santa Barbara with them.
Professionally, Peter worked as a purchasing agent for Sea Supply, a division of Oceaneering International, from his office on the Santa Barbara Pier. A 1977 transfer to Houston was cut short by a serious car accident that broke his neck and required five weeks in intensive care. This challenge became a blessing in disguise when Julie became pregnant with their son Kenny during this period. Upon returning to Santa Barbara, they were welcomed home by a community of supportive friends, and their family expanded with daughter Karla's birth three and a half years later.
In the late 1980s, Peter and Julie established Newendorp Bookkeeping and later he worked as a processor for McAdams Financial Services. In retirement, he fulfilled his lifelong dream by becoming a Marshall at the Municipal Golf Course in 2015, where he spent at least three days a week. He knew everyone who golfed on his days, and he loved it.
An avid athlete throughout his life, Peter enjoyed beach volleyball, baseball, softball, and basketball. He coached Kenny's baseball teams until high school. He was an incredible coach and impacted the lives of so many young players. He attended all of Kenny's and Karla’s games and dance performances. The tradition continued with the grandchildren, where he showed up to every game despite distance or weather until the last week of his life.
If you don’t know Peter from the sidelines or the golf course, you may know him from walking his dog at the Douglas Family Preserve, Lake Los Carneros, or at Tucker’s Grove. He was known for cleaning up all the dog poop and glass he could find and doing his part to keep his beloved Santa Barbara’s natural spaces clean. Peter cherished the outdoors, regularly hiking the Santa Barbara foothills, visiting the beach, cycling, and walking his dog at local parks, always taking extra care to maintain these spaces for everyone's enjoyment.
Peter was a kind, gentle soul who loved meeting people and was always interested in their lives. He was a fabulous grandfather to 7 children: Megan and Erin Riley (Michael’s girls), Shawna and Christian Slagel (Susan’s children), Andy and Tyler Newendorp (Kenny’s boys), and Danny Mora (Karla’s child). He adored his children’s partners and loved being with the family.
Peter is survived by his wife of 55 years, Julie; his son Kenny with wife Katie and their sons Andy and Tyler; his daughter Karla with husband
Greg and their son Daniel; his brother David; his brother Michael with wife Cherie and their daughters Megan and Erin; and his sister Susan with husband Mark and their children Shawna and Christian. A memorial service will be held on June 22 at Mulligan's Restaurant at the Municipal Golf Course.
Clair DeWaay 12/29/1935 – 04/05/2025
Raymond Clair DeWaay passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025 at the age of 89 at Sarah House in Santa Barbara, California.
Born on December 29, 1935, in Primghar, Iowa, Ray was the son of Richard and Nellie DeWaay. He was raised on a farm, the youngest of 9 children. He joined his oldest brother in California the first chance he had to escape the snow. He was drafted into the Army and stationed in Rochester, New York where he met his future wife, Carolyn. After his discharge in 1960, they were married and moved to California. He worked at the movie studios for several years. After the birth of their two children, they moved to Santa Barbara in 1971 where they remained. He became a machinist and opened his own shop in 1985 which he ran until 2015.
Music was a very important part of his life. He began singing in church choirs at an early age and sang until he was 87. He enjoyed traveling the world with his wife where they made many friendships. He had an infectious laugh and loved to tell stories.
Ray is survived by his wife Carolyn, his son Kevin (Denise), his daughter Peni and grandsons Zachary and Chase, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his 6 brothers and 2 sisters.
A celebration of life will be held July 20, 2025 at 2:00pm at Santa Barbara First United Methodist Church, 305 E Anapamu Street. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the music program at Santa Barbara First United Methodist Church.
Raymond
In Memoriam
Phyllis de Picciotto
1940–2025
She Dared the Impossible
PBY STAN RODEN
hyllis de Picciotto’s motto was “Imagine the possibilities. Dare to do the impossible.” I say “visionary.” Oh, and sexy, astute, dogged, brave, independent, beautiful, and more.
Chicago Childhood
Her maternal grandparents, who escaped the pogroms in Russia, were early influencers. Phyllis was proud that her grandmother had innovated free milk distribution for public school students in Chicago.
Phyllis’s father died when she was 10, and her mother faced challenges raising three girls. Phyllis chose Chicago’s Von Stueben High School, one of Chicago’s best, which required three transfers on the “L” trains.
Her family moved to Los Angeles. Phyllis enrolled at Fairfax High and was told she had already taken every class needed to graduate. She graduated early and attended Northwestern, majoring in English literature, and later UCLA.
One of Phyllis’s relatives helped create the Brandeis Camp Institute, a Jewish summer retreat. Phyllis’s experiences there profoundly changed her. She became a committed, proud Jew and a deeply “spiritual” one.
At camp, she met her lifelong friend, Robert Laemmle, whose family owned the Laemmle Theatres chain, which exhibited foreign and U.S.-produced independent films.
Phyllis married and had three children. A neighbor suffering from cancer asked if Phyllis would drive him to his oncologist. Phyllis agreed and helped him adjust to his illness. Her “palliative care” attracted the attention of the oncologists, who asked Phyllis if she would help other patients. When asked why the doctors requested her help, Phyllis said, “I was honest with them.”
Phyllis was the first director of the new nursery school at Temple Israel of Hollywood. With no formal teaching or administration training, Phyllis pioneered a progressive, creative, holistic approach that continues today.
At this time, Phyllis was divorced and had three kids to support. She needed a better-paying job. She talked to the Laemmles, who asked, “What do you know about the film exhibition business?” “Nothing,” she responded. But, “I love film and am good at business.” She got a three-month tryout.
The Laemmles acknowledged that Phyllis had talent. Art films require a specialized audience open to unconventional storytelling and subtitles. Phyllis designed flyers and posters targeting art film audiences in Los Angeles. She attended private screenings and mingled with L.A. film critics, such as the L.A. Times’ Charles Champlin, Variety’s Leonard Maltin, and many others. She met many of the iconic filmmakers of the 1970s, including Akira Kurosawa, Francois Truffaut, Federico Fellini, and Agnes Varda.
Phyllis pitched a unique idea to the Laemmles. She would pick a theme and show a series of films over multiple weeks with guest speakers afterward. She believed the L.A. art film audience thirsted for a deeper relationship to cinema.
Though initially resistant, the Laemmles agreed if the profits were split 90 percent in their favor. Phyllis wanted a 50-50 split. The Laemmles pleaded: running the theater, paying for promotions, and losing income from schedule conflicts was expensive. Phyllis explained her plan. The Laemmles gasped, “You’ll work around our schedule, you will pay for all the hard costs, and we still get 50 percent of the profits?” Voilà! Phyllis de Picciotto Presents was born. At that time, there were 30-40 art film exhibitors in the U.S.; Phyllis was the only woman. Her film series themes included psychology, women filmmakers, civil rights, opera, ballet, samurai, and older films. She drew a large following, and it was expanded to more Laemmle theaters and others on the coast. Separately, dis-
tributors hired her to promote the opening of art films, such as John Sayles’s films (Return of the Secaucus 7, etc.), Bye Bye Brazil, and Cutter’s Way. She also worked at film festivals, including Cannes, Toronto, Vancouver, Seattle, Sundance, and Telluride.
Santa Barbara
As Phyllis’s reputation grew in the art film industry, Bruce Corwin, who met her at Temple Israel, asked if she could help Metropolitan Theatres improve attendance at the underutilized Riviera Theatre. Phyllis’s programming resonated with Santa Barbara audiences.
On Cinco de Mayo 1979, I met Phyllis through mutual friends. I was the county’s district attorney at the time. Phyllis was driving when I told her the DA was part of law enforcement. She quickly pulled to the curb. “Tell me you are not carrying a gun.” A three-year commuter romance later, Phyllis moved to Santa Barbara in 1983.
Not long after, she held a meeting in our living room to pitch the idea of a Santa Barbara–based film festival. Phyllis shared her “vision” a festival offering world and U.S. premieres, along with celebrities, panels, klieg lights, vintage cars, red carpet, long lines fostering conversation, lavish parties, a large dedicated group of volunteers, free programs, artist retrospectives, and awards.
Bruce Corwin immediately offered Metropolitan’s theaters and cash. He helped persuade the City Council that a film fest could attract tourists to Santa Barbara during the winter. A grant was awarded, and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) was launched. Renowned actor Robert Mitchum was the first tribute, introduced by Dame Judith Anderson (Medea). This was followed by a late-night gala party at Montecito Bank & Trust, thanks to Mike Towbes.
Although there were clashes with “experts” over her vision, Phyllis never wavered. She watched every film submitted for consideration; no detail was too small. SBIFF soon shifted from a four-day format to the current 11-day format. Over the years, Lawrence Miller and other savvy board members kept the festival in the black. The first Modern Master Award was presented to Michael Douglas in 1995.
Joe Woodard, critic and journalist for the S.B. Independent, wrote, “Through her pioneering work as SBIFF’s founding
force, Phyllis was a passionate advocate for the arts and the cause of making Santa Barbara a more cinema-literate place to live…. Phyllis may be gone physically, but not forgotten.”
Family and Civic Life
Phyllis grew up with many cousins, with whom she stayed close. She adored her daughters and her grandchildren. We were married in 1987 and traveled to the Earth’s four corners, including six months in China, where I taught law and Phyllis lectured on film appreciation and production. She co-taught a popular S.B. City College Adult Ed film appreciation class.
Phyllis participated in the city’s first Leadership Santa Barbara program and served on the County Grand Jury. Passionate about women’s health, she helped arrange a major Planned Parenthood fundraising event on Charles T. Munger’s thenbrand-new catamaran.
Phyllis made significant contributions to local art. She chaired the City Arts Advisory Committee, was an executive board member of the Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative, the State of the Art Committee, Art Walk Ventura, and the organization that helped refurbish The Granada Theatre. She was a juror for film awards, including the Fund for Santa Barbara’s Social Justice Award and Green Shorts Film Festival.
She joined the Community Environmental Council’s Partnership Council and Lights Out Santa Barbara. As a community mentor, she served with Leadership Santa Barbara County and Women’s Economic Ventures, and consulted with scores of founders and promoters of other film festivals around the world.
Phyllis was executive producer for an animated short, The Incredible Journey of Berta Benz (2012). She and Stan formed baba2films and created social justice short films featuring the Independent’s annual heroes and other events.
Phyllis is survived by husband, Stan Roden; daughters, Leonie de Picciotto and Natalie de Picciotto; stepsons, Grant Roden and BJ Roden; sister, Linda Goldsman; grandchildren, Sarah Rose, Jack Rose, Isabella Hardy, Jet Hardy, Lucas Roden, Griffin Roden, and Giselle Roden; and her much-beloved 3-year-old Aussie, Linus.
In honor of Phyllis, please consider donating to Planned Parenthood, S.B. Foodbank, S.B. Jewish Federation, or S.B. Arts Collaborative. n
obituaries
Jamie Wyndham Constance
06/14/1929 – 04/18/2025
Jamie Wyndham Constance, a cherished longtime resident of Santa Barbara, passed away peacefully on April 18, just weeks shy of his 96th birthday.
Born on June 14, 1929, in Tryon, North Carolina. Jamie was one of six siblings raised by their mother after the untimely loss of their father. Growing up during the Great Depression, Jamie learned resilience and the value of family early in life.
At the age of 16 Jamie was sent to live with family friends in Chicago. His mother saw his intellectual promise and realized he would be better challenged at the prestigious Oak Park High School, where he graduated with honors. Though encouraged to apply to Ivy League colleges, Jamie chose instead to move west in 1949, enrolling at the University of California at Santa Barbara - then located on the Santa Barbara Riviera - where he majored in Political Science and graduated in 1954.
Following college, Jamie served two years in the Army at the Presidio barracks in San Francisco before returning to Santa Barbara as one of the first graduate students at UCSB’S new Isla Vista campus. His career took him to National Silica in Arkansas and the Experiment in International Living, but he ultimately found his calling as a facilitator of business partnerships. Jamie was a devoted Christian Scientist all his life.
In 1980, Jamie met Marcia Woodward Hodges, beginning a wonderful, adventure-filled 41-year marriage. While he had no children of his own, Jamie was a beloved stepfather to Marcia’s three children - Brett, Sharon and Brian - and a wonderful grandfather and great- grandfather.
One of Jamie’s greatest joys was Chicora Wood Plantation. In the 1980s, while serving as a director of South Carolina’s Litchfield Company, Jamie introduced Marcia to South Carolina and the Georgetown Low Country. During a visit, they were shown Chicora Wood Plantation, a prominent colonial and antebellum rice plantation that had fallen into disrepair and was being used as a seasonal duck hunting lodge.
In March, 1984, they purchased the 1,000 acre property on the banks of the Great Pee Dee River. Together they embarked on an extensive restoration of the historic home and its outbuildings, transforming Chicora Wood into one of the most beautiful and meticulously restored plantations in the American South.
18 layers of paint were sanded down from the exterior of the house. Fragile plaster walls were stripped down to their original wooden laths. As Jamie recounted, “Those laths have absorbed the spirit of everyone who ever lived here".
For 35 years, Thanksgiving and Christmas visits to Chicora Wood were a highly anticipated family tradition. So many Santa Barbara friends were house guests over the years, and shared the beauty of the Low Country and Chicora Wood. No visit to Chicora Wood was complete without a candlelit dinner in the home’s formal dining room where Jamie loved nothing more than melodiously ringing his wine glass and with his impeccable North Carolina diction giving an eloquent toast honoring all attendees, but most of all to his beloved wife, Marcia.
Jamie had a deep passion for American and British history and possessed a remarkable memory for family genealogy and history, a gift that remained with him throughout his life.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Marcia Constance; his stepchildren Brett Hodges (Natalie), Sharon Bradford (David), and Brian Hodges (Laurence); his step-grandchildren Ryan Hale, Eliot Hodges, Lillie Hodges, Charlotte Hodges and Romeo Hodges; his stepgreat-grandchild Remi Hodges; his sister Myrna and her husband Danny Edwards, sons Eddie Edwards (Joni), David Edwards (Tallas) and daughter Kathy Belue. Jamie’s life was marked by love and dedication to family and history.
He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Gerald Joseph Burchill
06/15/1946 – 04/03/2025
Gerald Joseph Burchill aka: Gerard, Jerry, died April 3, 2025, at his home in Palm Springs, CA. He was born to Joseph and Nancy (Vargas) Burchill in San Francisco, CA on 15 June 1946. He was raised in a life of privilege as an only child and at an early age became the star of any room he entered with the maturity of a gentleman. His interest in fashion and styling led him into modeling and makeup/ hair styling. His internship at 17 with the infamous George Masters brought him into assisting with Marilyn Monroe. Jerry always seemed to be at the right place at the right time and always ending up on the next step up. His talent led to styling Hollywood movie stars, Julie Christy in the film “Godfather 3,” and Washington dignitaries. His styling led to television news anchors and a decade of working for Barbara Walters starting at the White House and leading to travel all over the world with her interviews. For twenty years he became the companion of Beth Gerber, living the jet set life from St Tropez to Aspen, socializing with royalty and international celebrities. In 2015 he met his soul mate and life partner architect, G. Lenzy Hendrix Jr. of Indiana and the two of them created winter and summer homes in Palm Springs, CA and Fortville,
IN. Jerry’s gift of having a great eye for design and intuition of people ‘s personalities made him a draw to all that met him. It could be said that his life mantra was that ‘he was getting ready’. His excitement for life and his personality will be greatly missed. A private soiree will be held in his honor.
Gregory Frederick Howell
02/08/1949 – 03/25/2025
My adventure on earth began when I landed in the arms of Mabel and Everett in Springfield, New Jersey and promptly kicked my sister Joan out at my mother's favorite child status. I'm not sure about astrology, but I can't deny I was born of water.. and my first adventures were water sports - motor boating and sail boat racing. I went on to row my through the University of Tampa where I attended college on scholarship as a member of the rowing team.
I found adventure in anything that moves. That grew into adventures in flying . I bussed tables to take flying lessons in high school and got my pilots' license when I was sixteen. I graduated when the draft for the war in Vietnam was at its peak, and I enlisted in the Navy to become a fighter pilot only to be grounded by an automobile accident when I was 19. I probably kept me from being marched through the streets of DaNang for which I am eternally grateful. Later, cars became a big part of my life as I restored vintage cars and did some racing. Porsches became my favored car and was the last car I owned.
Always looking for adventure, I joined the Amtrak police force in Washington DC and rose to the rank of Captain overseeing the South East Division of Amtrak. During my thirty years with them, I provided security for five inaugural balls, for Senator Joe Biden to catch the train home each night and for Henry Kissinger when he caught the train to New York.
My most harrowing adventure came on 9/11 when I was beginning my day with the Washington DC Metro Police Department and watch the planes hit the twin towers and then the Pentagon. That day, I had to secure all railways into DC as all of the planes were grounded and people needed to leave town. Later, I was assigned to deter terrorist attacks on the Amtrak system nationally, was imbedded with the FBI in a secret location for six months, and served on the Anti-terrorism Task Force.
Perhaps my greatest adventure was not professional, but personal. My life changed dramatically when I met and fell in love with Joan Martenot and her three children. Marrying her and adopting her
children changed my life. I morphed into a dad, coaching little league and soccer, leading boy scout troops, building soap box derby race cars and more. Witnessing what incredible adults they are fills me with great pride for who they have become; they are my proudest accomplishment.
I was predeceased by Joan after 45 years of marriage. I leave behind my daughter, Angie (Mike) Scully and two sons, Joe (Jacqueline) and David as well as my grandchildren, Catey, Jake (Lainey), Liam, Jackson and James.
That wasn't the end of my adventure. One of the scariest... maybe my last...was signing up for on-line dating. I wasn't looking for love- just someone to accompany to the movies and out to dinner. It was a risk - I had a physical disability. I had my larynx removed because I had throat cancer and couldn't talk. But fate paired me with someone who was fluent in sign language. Carolyn became my companion and partner, but more importantly, we both found love a second time.
I'd like to thank my doctors and therapists who took such great excellent care of me, especially Dr. Lisa Clement and the nurses and staff of Serenity House Hospice. My friends at Trinity Episcopal Church were incredibly supportive and true friends while I was in hospice and I am grateful to them.
*In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to VNA Health and designate it for Serenity House*. www.vna.health
Dorothy Ann Smith 11/7/1928 – 04/07/2025
Dorothy was born on November 7th, 1928 to Edwin J. Lylyan E. Mossinger in Fullerton, CA. She was raised in Huntington Beach, CA
After graduating high school, Dorothy attended Fullerton Community College. She transferred to UC Santa Barbara 1948 where she met her future husband Jack Smith Dorothy graduated in June 1950 from UCSB with an English/Librarian degree.
Dorothy and Jack got married September 3, 1950. They moved to UCLA so Jack could finish his degree in Microbiology. After Jack graduated from UCLA they moved back to Santa Barbara, Jack joined his father Eldon Sr in the family construction business. Dorothy took a job at the Santa Barbara Public Library.
In the mid 1950's Dorothy became an active stay at home mother. Don and Karen kept her busy with school, music lessons, PTA, Girl Scouts etc 1969 Dorothy started working
Jack when he took over his father's business, Eldon Smith & Son.
In the mid 1970's Jack & Dorothy built a vacation home at Lake Nacimiento. She spent many enjoyable weekends & holidays with her family at Lake Nacimiento. In their retirement years Dorothy & Jack were able to enjoy traveling nationally and internationally with Friendship Force.
Dorothy was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist church. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband; Alvin"Jack" Smith. Her parents; Edwin Mossinger, Lylyan Mossinger (Nicoles). Sister; Bertha E.(Mossinger) Pupke, Brother; Edwin H. Mossinger. She is survived by her two children, Don (Nancy) Smith, Karen (Jim) Torgeson; her 4 grandsons, Joe Fletcher (Renee), Garret Smith (Jason), Ty (Sarah) Smith, Ryan Torgeson, three great grandsons and one great granddaughter.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Roberta
Claire Davis 03/18/1939 – 04/18/2025
Claire Davis (aka
was born in San Francisco on March 18, 1939 to Peter and Margaret Venerdi. She had a younger brother, Peter, and a younger sister, Kristine. She married her high school classmate, Richard M. Newell, and raised her family in Livermore CA where she lived until 1989. Bobbi attended the University of Washington and the University of San Francisco. She had a career in administration at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory where she met her current husband, James Ivey Davis, in 1974. Bobbi is survived by her husband, Jim, her four children and one stepdaughter, as well as seven grandchildren, one great granddaughter, and a sister.
Bobbi had a full life, was a generous, non-judgmental spirit who respected everybody, and was respected by everybody. She and her husband travelled often throughout most of Europe, Scandinavia and Turkey, and Latin America. Numerous trips throughout many remote parts of Mexico were special for Bobbi.
She always said “I’ve had a wonderful life, no regrets, and a lot of fond memories.” Even though she experienced a lot of the world, she always considered her beloved California was home. She enjoyed her final years here in Santa Barbara where she enjoyed many friends during her late years, especially so many from the Santa Barbara Bridge Center and the Samarkand retirement community.
Roberta
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Dan Bryant
07/13/1949 – 04/23/2025
Dan Bryant was a man defined by loyalty, integrity, and love—his proudest accomplishment was always his family. He spent 37 years in education as a teacher and principal at Carpinteria High and founder of Rincon High, changing countless lives. Faithfully married to Susie, the love of his life, for 53 years. Survived by Susie, his sons Josh (Jennifer), Noah (Kate), and six, soon to be seven, grandchildren. He never missed a game, a meet, or a moment—always putting family first.
John 16:22: “Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.”
Alvina "Pita" Romero Macias
04/25/1955 – 04/23/2025
Pita was born in Santa Barbara where she lived the majority of her life. She was a hardworking single mother who raised her three children with the help of her family nearby. Pita dedicated herself to serving others through her work. Pita worked at Centro Familiar/SB Care Center as a Parent Activity Coordinator/Preschool Enrollment from 1979-1988, Planned Parenthood as a Team Leader/Medical Assistant from 1988 to 2004, and the County of Santa Barbara Health Department as a Prenatal Administrative Assistant from 2005-2007.
She is a Native American of the Santa Ynez Chumash Tribe. She later resided on the Santa Ynez Chumash Reservation for 20 years where she could be closer to her mother and siblings. Pita is preceded in death by her father Guadalupe Romero, her stepmother Juanita Romero, her brother Amado “Etos” Romero, and her sister Rosalie Romero. Pita is survived by her mother Grace Romero Pacheco and stepfather Pedro Pacheco, her siblings, children, grandchildren, and great grandchild. Pita fought the best she could
this past year to remain with her family as long as possible. Giving her and her family the chance to create many memories with her in that time. Many who knew her, knew she was an amazing craftswoman, who always left a piece of herself in her artwork. Pita was such a caring, supportive, and loving woman, who always knew how to help those around her.
Her greatest joy in life was her family, she loved them with all her heart and was immensely proud of them. Pita will be deeply missed, but we will hold our memories of her close to our hearts. Pita can now rest and be reunited with her sister Rosalie, whom she cared deeply for, and can remain at peace together.
Services will be held on Monday, April 28th at 10am at Old Mission Santa Inés, 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang with burial to follow at Oak Hill Cemetery 2560 Baseline Avenue, Solvang. Reception immediately after burial at Kitiyepumu Park Santa Ynez Reservation 120 Wananee Road Santa Ynez.
Diane Bamberg White 11/28/1943 – 04/21/2025
Diane was born November 28, 1943 in Jackson, Mississippi, and was the only daughter of Edward and Dorothy. Since Diane's father was in the Navy the family moved every few years throughout her life. Duty stations included Seattle, Washington; Coronado, California; Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Arlington, Virginia; Yokohama, Japan; and Ft. Mugu.
It was during their three years in Japan that Diane met her future husband, LT Ron White, a Navy pilot. Ron and Diane were married at Pt. Mugu on January 15, 1966. Diane and Ron continued the pattern of moving every 2-3 years. They were stationed in Beeville, Texas; Meridian, Mississippi; Monterey, California; and several times San Diego, where Ron retired in 1979.
In the short 11 years their son, Randall, lived Diane was a loving, supportive mother, sharing Randall's enthusiasm for school, sports, and life, Ron and Diane shared the stress
which led up to Randall's death from cancer in 1978.
Ron's new career as a commercial pilot for Skywest Airlines brought the couple to Santa Barbara. At a friend's urging, Diane joined the Children's Home Society Auxiliary (which became Transition House Auxiliary). She enjoyed and was active in the non-profit fundraising arena and felt that the association with volunteerism added a new dimension to her life. Her favorite pastime and passion was playing bridge with friends.
Diane and Ron traveled extensively in their 59 year marriage, including cruises to Antarctica and Iceland. She is survived by her husband, Ron White. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory should be made to Transition House, 425 E. Cota, Santa Barbara
Gary Gene Kuist
01/09/1946 – 02/24/2025
Gary Gene Kuist (79), beloved husband, brother and uncle, passed away peacefully, February, 24th in Santa Barbara. He is survived by his loving companion and wife of 50 years, Kia Willow McInerny.
Gary was a native Californian, born on January 9, 1946 to Blaine and Madeline Kuist in the Friendly Hills area of Whittier, California. He graduated from La Serna High School in 1963 and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Arizona, Tucson, in 1967.
Gary was a former naval officer serving in Vietnam, and had a long and distinguished career as an attorney in Los Angeles.
In the fall of 1972, Gary entered law school at California Western in San Diego, where he met Kia, his lifelong love. He also earned a Master’s Degree in Business from California State College, Long Beach.
In 2016, Gary accessed his inner architect to design and oversee the building of a contemporary ranchstyle home in Santa Barbara. It was his special joy to view the mountains through the wall of windows he designed.
Travel was a favorite activity. Gary and Kia often chose international destinations for wine interviews and writing, featuring Gary’s photographs.
Gary was proud of his authentically restored 1967 goldon-gold Camaro convertible, which took 1st place in its class in Montecito’s 2017 Motor Classic. He had purchased the car off the dealer’s
floor as a young ensign about to meet his ship in Hawaii.
Gary’s achievements - in law, travel, wine and architecturedescribe a “Renaissance man.” Gary will be remembered for his curiosity and warm, outgoing personality, as well as his ability to tell a great story. He was always an enthusiastic party guest and will be dearly missed.
Memorial services will be held privately. Please consider a donation in Gary’s name to the Music Academy of the West, musicacademy. org.
Elvira Sandoval Quiroga 12/07/1924 – 04/20/2025
Sandoval Quiroga was born December 7, 1924 to Romulo Cortez Sandoval Espinoza and Rosa Maria Oviachic. A beloved resident of Santa Barbara passed away April 20, 2025, in her home at the age of one hundred-years-old. Elvira was a cherished wife, mother of five children, and a devoted member of the Santa Barbara community.
Elvira Quiroga dedicated her career advocating to serving the Santa Barbara Migrant Education and worked with youth programs at the Casa De La Raza and Lower Westside Community Center. In addition, she actively participated in numerous community organizations serving as an active board member, and supervisor for Planned Parenthood. Her passion and commitment to serve, assist, and advocate for members of the Santa Barbara community was exemplified by the number of individuals’ lives she touched. She truly brought joy and support to many. She will be remembered for her kindness, leadership, and unwavering commitment to making Santa Barbara a better place.
Elvira is survived by Joseph Quiroga, Beatrice Quiroga, Olivia Moreno (Thomas Moreno), Sylvia Quiroga, 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. Elvira is preceded by her late Husband, Joe Cruz Quiroga, Son David Quiroga, Grandson Evaristo Duarte Jr.
The Rosary Vigil will be held Thursday May 1, 2025, at 7:00pm at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 21 East Sola St. Santa Barbara, CA to be followed by The
Funeral Mass on Friday May 2, 2025 at 10:00am The Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, 199 N Hope Ave. Santa Barbara, CA 93110 following the Mass.
Elvira Quiroga's legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew her, and she will be greatly missed by her community and family.
Arrangements entrusted to McDermott-Crockett Mortuary
Louella Ann Vasquez 02/20/1941 – 04/07/2025
Louella Ann (Lou Ann) Vasquez passed away peacefully after a short but intense battle with Alzheimer’s at the age of 84 on April 7, 2025, joining the love of her life and husband of 58 years, Henry (Rick) Vasquez, in heaven. Lou Ann was born and raised in Santa Barbara and moved with her husband to Goleta in 1963 to raise their family and spend their life together.
Born in Santa Barbara, Lou Ann was the youngest daughter of Patricia and Arthur Carr and sister to Darlene Berg, all preceding her in death. She is survived by her children: daughter Sharilyn Vasquez (Stella), step-granddaughter Lea, son Gregory Vasquez (Fran), grandsons Jacob and Justin Vasquez (Cynthia), step-grandson Arthur Villa, great-grandchildren Lily Rose and Gregory David Vasquez. Lou Ann was quiet and shy, living a life of devotion and love for her husband and children. She was a loving mother and an adoring wife, which brought deep meaning to her life and left a lasting impression on those closest to her. Lou Ann was an excellent homemaker, a remarkable cook and baker.
Holidays were a time when friends and family looked forward to the many delicious meals and treats that she loved sharing with others. When friends and family called or visited, it brought her joy; the simple things in life meant so much to her.
All who knew and loved her will deeply miss Lou Ann's presence. May her memory bring comfort and peace to those she held dear. Mom, I know you and Dad are resting in peace, forever in love.
Elvira
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How Trump’s First
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ODays in Office Have Shaken Out in Santa Barbara
ne hundred days. Already, it seems like forever. In no time at all, Donald J. Trump has become everywhere. In startling short order, Trump committed to his militant America First agenda has begun eviscerating a complex web of international alliances and trade agreements the United States, led by both Democratic and Republican administrations, spent 80 years cobbling together. Equally sudden has been his assault on a social safety net even longer 93 years in its creation.
If Trump’s agenda is radical, its execution has been violent, lurching, chaotic, impulsive, scornful, belittling, and angry. The question used to be whether Trump should be taken seriously or literally. The answer, we have learned, is both.
Trump has declared a trade war against much of the planet, imposing and then retracting stiff tariffs against both friend and foe, even a few islands inhabited only by penguins. In this way, he hopes to restore America’s once-dominant industrial might.
Closer to home, he’s put sacrosanct federal programs that give succor to the poor, the elderly, and the infirm on notice. Their days are numbered. Such spending cuts will be necessary to offset the $4.5 trillion he’s looking to lose by extending tax breaks for the wealthiest of Americans. If Donald Trump born with a silver spoon lodged squarely in his jaw seems an unlikely populist, such is the nature of American populism. It’s an old formula. Crudely put: Take from the needy to give to the greedy.
What makes Trump new and truly original is his aggressive almost gleefully defiant indifference to such Constitutional niceties as the separation of powers, the rule of law, and habeas corpus. In upending the status quo, Trump has declared war not only on immigrants, but also the media, universities, the courts, powerful law firms, and any entity strong enough to challenge his authority.
During his first term, Trump made the mistake of surrounding himself with competent grown-ups; initially they functioned as guardrails only to later become conscripted however reluctantly into Deep State resistance. This time around, Trump has surrounded himself with loyalists and eccentrics lacking the competence, stature, or inclination to venture a contrary opinion.
In Santa Barbara, we occupy what would appear to be an idyllically insulated bubble. But Santa Barbara is, above all, a government town where both the rich and the poor are sustained by the billions of federal dollars that trickle into every crevice of life and commerce. How will the Trump revolution shake out locally? The short answer is that we’re still finding out. While the precise dimensions have yet to be manifest, certain broad brushstroke trends have become clear. The following is a brief overview of what we’ve found out so far. —Nick Welsh
For more, read our previous 59 articles covering the local impacts of Trump’s first 100 days in office at independent.com/ICYMI, and find local organizations to support and get involved with at independent.com/ get-involved.
Jobs, Lives, Hopes, and Fears Jobs, Lives, Hopes, and Fears
Survey Reveals the Effects of Trump and DOGE on the People of Santa Barbara
by Tyler Hayden
In the blink of an eye, Donald Trump and his friends at DOGE have dramatically reshaped our federal government through mass layoffs and scorched-earth funding cuts.
While the Santa Barbara Independent continues to cover how these actions are impacting local agencies and institutions that rely on federal support, we’re also asking our readers to share how they are affecting them as individuals, both professionally and personally.
These are their responses thus far. Many chose to remain anonymous, citing fears of harassment or professional retaliation. To submit your own story, visit independent.com/ TrumpTales
How have recent actions by the Trump Administration affected your job or livelihood, or those of your friends and family?
I lost my job due to Trump’s executive order on foreign assistance and the destruction of USAID. My former employer is a nonprofit with headquarters in D.C. that implements climate resilience and economic growth projects in developing and emerging markets. My portfolio included partnerships and investments co-created with local enterprises, NGOs, and public sector agencies to improve the resilience of livestock and food crop sectors to climate impacts.
—Anonymous, S.B., Mission Canyon
The destruction of the National Institutes of Health (the staff cuts, the weaponization of funding) are devastating my ability to perform biomedical research at UCSB research into a revolutionary new technology that can measure drugs and disease diagnostic molecules in the body in real time, an advance that would radically improve the precision (personalization) of drug dosing and our ability to detect disease and monitor its treatment.
—Kevin Plaxco, S.B.
I work for a major importer of seafood, and we are very concerned about the impact of Trump’s policies on costs and the ability to continue providing U.S. consumers with one of the most sustainable and nutritious protein sources on the
April 26 - 27
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National Bike to School Month
Bike to partner locations:
MOVE SB County, Brass Bird Coffee Co., Bob’s Well Bread, Buckhorn BBQ + Grill
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Cycling w/o Age Rolling Art (Santa Barbara Central Library)
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Bike with Pets (Dolphin Fountain, Santa Barbara)
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Preschool Biking Fun at First Pres
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The Blessing of the Bicycles & Ride (917 State St, Santa Barbara)
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Cinco de Mayo Mural Bike Tour (Ortega Park, Santa Barbara)
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Youth Mountain Bike Day at Rancho Alegre
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Santa Maria Trail Mix ride (310 Oak St, Santa Maria)
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Be Healthy – Bike Solvang & SYV! (Solvang Park)
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UCSB Bike-to-Work Day (Henley Gate)
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Santa Maria Levee Ride with a Ranger (809 Panther Dr, Santa Maria)
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Ellwood’s 20th Anniversary Bike Ride (721 Camino Corto, Isla Vista)
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Strong Towns SB: Bike Route Analysis (Night Lizard Brewing Company, Santa Barbara)
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Blind Fitness Inclusive Surrey Bike Ride (24 E. Mason St, Santa Barbara)
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Santa Maria Public Art Ride (310 Oak St, Santa Maria)
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SB Community Ride with 805Chromies (SB City College Lot 3)
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Survey Continued from pg. 19
planet, at affordable prices. His policies are also making it very difficult, if not impossible, to make plans and business decisions due to their unpredictability and lack of clear strategic outcomes. —Anonymous, S.B.
UCSB laid me off. I’m recovering from cancer, and I lost my medical insurance. COBRA is too expensive.
—PJ Schooter, Buellton
The freeze on my student loan has been removed. Having my wages garnished will significantly impact my ability to afford living. —Anonymous, S.B., Downtown
Our 401Ks have decreased dramatically because of Trump’s ridiculous, chaotic tariff threats. —P. Mills, Santa Ynez
My brother works for a state organization that combats and educates about child abuse. Those funds are being cut. My daughter works for a nonprofit on issues related to sustainability and workplace training. Much of that funding comes through the Department of Education, which is also likely to be cut. She is a single mother with two young children. —Anonymous, S.B.
Following recent directives out of the White House, what changes have you noticed in Santa Barbara?
UCSB’s immediate hiring freeze, scramble to wind down ongoing research projects, and lack of ideas on how to make up for the withdrawal of federal funding.
—Harold Marcuse, Goleta
I work at UCSB and am seeing daily how the cruel and sudden cancelation of student visas is impacting the international student population. —Anonymous, S.B.
I’m noticing higher prices at small businesses who fear tariffs will raise their costs. Nonprofits I work with having to cut programs because of DOGE slashing their funding. Increase in hostility from those who voted for this administration, as if they now have free rein to act out in unmitigated, sneering hate. Dear friends of over three decades of residency in Santa Barbara friends who contribute to our economy by paying taxes and doing essential work that others deem too “low-class” are now afraid to leave their homes because of ICE.
—Anonymous, S.B., Eucalyptus Hill
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‘This Is Trump 1.0 on Steroids’ ‘This Is Trump 1.0 on Steroids’
by Jean Yamamura
Congress was on holiday last week, but we caught up with Representative Salud Carbajal between a post office dedication to former Santa Maria mayor Larry Lavagnino and a town hall in San Luis Obispo with Senator Adam Schiff to ask a few questions about Trump’s current term. The conversation was edited for length and clarity.
You’ve experienced a number of administrations since you became a House representative in 2016. What have Trump’s first 100 days been like? Well, I think this is Trump 1.0 on steroids. We’re seeing the usual recklessness, incompetence, chaos, distractions, all the things we saw the first time around. Then [in his first term], at least, he had to try to run for reelection; he was trying to find what might be the middle ground before the American people fired him.
Now, he can’t run again, even though he says [he can] as a distraction. He is just full of artful distractions so that the media, the American people see the new shiny object and focus on those issues instead of the broader issues. Remember, he said, “I’m going to bring down prices on day one, inflation.” And guess what? He has not signed one executive order to bring down any essential cost for everyday Americans: childcare, groceries, housing, energy he hasn’t done anything.
As a matter of fact, he’s a president that has passed the least amount of legislation in his first 100 days. He wants to distract from the fact that he is not passing laws because he doesn’t have the votes. Republicans have very few things that they are able to pass.
The House passed the SAVE Act last month, which requires a proof of citizenship to register to vote. This is from the same Republican playbook. Any chance they get, they’re just putting up barriers to voting. This is a voter suppression bill that would disenfranchise our military voters; they couldn’t use their military IDs to register to vote. Married women who have changed their name, whose name is different than the birth certificate, would not be able to register to vote. Rural voters so many people would be impacted by this.
In California alone, seven million women have a name
that does not match their voter registration. And many Americans don’t travel abroad, so they don’t have a passport. And sometimes locating your birth certificate could be a pain.
This one barely passed out because Republicans have a fairly slim majority. I voted no. They don’t have the votes in the Senate…. They would need eight Democrats to be able to overcome a filibuster.
What in the Trump Administration is not a distraction? He’s really jeopardizing our national security, our alliances overseas…. There’s Signal-gate, and now more information is coming out about the incompetence in that Cabinet and administration.
Trump has gotten rid of some of our most senior, senior leaders in the military, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Charles Q. Brown Jr.; our former chief Navy admiral, Lisa Franchetti; General Timothy D. Haugh, who was commander of the U.S. Cyber Command and director of the National Security Agency. He has put in people who are incompetent and loyal to him and unqualified, as we saw with [U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete] Hegseth and so many others. Not loyal to their oath to the Constitution, but first and foremost to him.
They want to move forward a $4.5 trillion to $7 trillion tax cut, and, the last time, 83 percent of the benefit went to the one percent wealthiest Americans and corporations. All of this DOGE bullshit that he’s trying to do arbitrary layoffs, employee cutbacks, reorganization he’s trying to say, “Look, we funded some of our tax breaks by all these savings.” He’s not doing it for any other reason, other than to destroy government as Project 2025 outlines in their blueprint, and to gather as much revenue as he can to offset trillions in tax cuts.
You know, you can look at the Kilmar [Abrego Garcia] case, the deportations to El Salvador. I don’t want to get distracted by talking about this, but the issue there is not Kilmar; the issue is due process, the rule of law in our Constitution.
The courts are perhaps one of the most significant defenses against what he’s trying to do, because it’s all through executive orders, many of which are illegal. And the courts are speaking out, the courts are acting, and, you know, he’s threatening to fire judges, which he cannot do. But for me,
You’ve been a member of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus in Congress. What do Republicans tell you now? The people that have spoken out, you could count on one hand, that have the conviction, the integrity, the courage to speak out. Many of them are fearful that [Elon] Musk is going to spend the money, that Trump is going to undermine them in their primary. Behind the scenes, I have had many conversations where many of them roll their eyes. Some have said, “I need to find the issue where I’m going to fall on my sword, but I can’t do this on every issue.” And there may be an issue where the tipping point comes about. I don’t know what that is.
Trump doesn’t like wind farms, but you’ve been instrumental in the lease sales off Morro Bay. Is there any danger of losing the project? There’s been a lot of rhetoric coming from the administration against renewables and the Inflation Reduction Act tax breaks that would go to companies that are involved with renewable energy. The Morro Bay companies already won the leases. They’ve paid their money so that they could develop these offshore wind energy leases. Trump just can’t come in and take their property that they have bid on in the free enterprise economy that we abide by in this country. It is concerning, but I’m watching it. n
the biggest danger he’s undermining our democratic institutions and our confidence in our democratic institutions.
Congressmember Salud Carbajal speaks at February’s packed “Emergency Town Hall” at the Unitarian Society in Santa Barbara.
Cheese the Day!
‘We’re Going to Be Seeing More Food Insecurity’ ‘We’re Going to Be Seeing More Food Insecurity’
Foodbank of Santa Barbara Loses $5 Million from Trump Cuts, Cancels In-Person Fundraisers
by Nick Welsh
Eric Talkin and Laurel Alcantar aren’t staring up at the sky to see when and how it might fall. It already has and to the tune of nearly $5 million worth of food and federal dollars they would have used to buy food for those in need. Talkin and Alcantar are among the most public faces of the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County. By any reckoning, that’s a lot for them to lose, somewhere between one-third and one-quarter of the Foodbank’s capacity to provide for the many agencies throughout Santa Barbara County who feed those who need help feeding themselves.
Unlike many of the cuts still in the offing, these have already happened, courtesy of orders from the Trump White House to reduce or eliminate Department of Agriculture support for food bank programs.
Talkin and Alcantar harbor no illusions those cuts will be undone. “It’s all gone,” declared Talkin with a despondent finality. “There’s no maybe about it.”
He can quote you chapter and verse from the alphabet soup of government programs that just went up in smoke. He can also explain how some of those cuts will also hurt small local farmers who otherwise would have been paid to provide the Foodbank with freshly grown produce. He and the Foodbank have longstanding relationships with local growers; he’s hoping maybe some can help fill the breach. But that’s a big maybe.
Over the years, the Foodbank has relied on three major fundraisers Empty Bowls events, as they were known. In a typical year, anywhere from 800 to 1,500 people would show up, though numbers have dropped since COVID. One of these events was a gala, usually held in some swanky estate. This year, there will be no Empty Bowls. They take a lot of staff, time, and money to put on. Tents are not cheap, either. Soup is not free. Everything takes more work than it seems; that’s almost a law of physics. All that time and money will now be focused elsewhere: on the basics of finding more food and getting it into the hands of people who need it the most.
As a result, the Foodbank will be “hosting” its first “un-gala” event this year, said Alcantar. “We’re asking people to stay home. Or maybe they can come tour our warehouse.”
Talkin added, “They can wear whatever they want. Or maybe nothing at all.”
“We are treating this like a disaster,” he said. “Like COVID was. But this is different. This is the first time we’re seeing demand for our help go up while at the same time our government funding is going down.”
Actually, it’s even worse than that. In a typical disaster, the bad news descends all at once, triggering an all-hands-on-deck emergency response by Talkin, Alcantar, and all 63 of the other Foodbank employees. This time, said Alcantar, the bad news is coming in waves. On July 1, the county’s food stamp program SNAP could get hammered as well. In the worst case, that’s 55,000 families who will be cut off and forced to find other sources of sustenance. And that’s just the start of a chain reaction of dire sounding what-ifs.
“We will see a surge in need,” Alcantar said.
In the short term, Talkin said the Foodbank will have to drill down to figure out where the most pressing need is. With less food to pass out, some people will have to do without, and others will have to do with less. Despite the county’s reputation for glitz and glam, Santa Barbara has the second-highest poverty rate of all 58 California counties.
“We have a lot of hidden or invisible people,” commented Alcantar.
If people want to help, Talkin said, they can help deliver food or show up and sort it. Best yet, he and Alcantar said, is to give money. With money in pocket, they know how to multiply the return on investment far beyond the face value of the cash on hand. Donations can be made online at foodbanksbc.org, Alcantar said. Some people make regular donations of $5 a month. It adds up, she said. Everything helps.
Alcantar said she always tries to look on the bright side of things. It’s something she does. In this case, she said, “We have an opportunity here to figure out how to get by with less government funding.” It’s hard to tell if she’s joking.
Every year, she noted, the Foodbank serves 200,000 unduplicated people. That’s considerably more than before COVID came and went. “We’re looking at a 30 percent gap in our food supplies,” she said. “We have to figure out how to bridge that gap.” There was no question whether she was joking about that. She wasn’t. “We’re going to be seeing more food insecurity.” n
The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County announced it is bringing its popular Empty Bowls fundraisers to an end.
A Gut Punch to Reproductive Health Care A Gut Punch to Reproductive Health Care
by Callie Fausey
Support for family-planning medical services was cut off with the Trump Administration’s withholding of Title X funds, effective on April 1. On the Central Coast, that limits what services local clinics including Planned Parenthood and Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics can offer to low-income patients.
Title X was enacted in 1970 with bipartisan support to aid reproductive and sexual health care providers across the country and ensure that people can access care no matter their socioeconomic status. Losing these funds was a gut punch to providers nationwide.
Planned Parenthood California Central Coast receives an average of $390,000 in Title X grant funds per year, which backs education programs and sliding fee scales for patients who may not be able to afford care otherwise.
“This is a program we’ve relied on for decades,” said Luz ReyesMartín, vice president of advocacy and engagement.
The funds are not used for abortion services, but for other essentials, such as affordable birth control and cervical cancer screenings.
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) also receives an average of $120,000 per year from Title X, which ensures access to preventative health services and family planning, such as prevention against sexually transmitted infections and treatment for their uninsured patients.
Having gained an administration that is “hostile to reproductive health care,” Reyes-Martín said, they knew the threat of losing Title X funds “was very, very real.” Title X was gutted during the last Trump Administration, she said, but with “ample notice” and time to stitch together a safety net. However, this time, she said the funds were ripped away “overnight,” with no warning, making their next steps unclear.
“At SBNC, we will strive to continue offering those services as permitted … but the next steps at this point are not clear for us either,” said SBNC’s CEO, Dr. Mahdi Ashrafian.
Despite the uncertainty, Reyes-Martín said they intend to engage in conversation with Governor Gavin Newsom and state and local legislators to potentially secure temporary funding and help backfill some of the loss.
“No matter what, our doors are staying open,” she emphasized. “We saw patients yesterday. We’re seeing patients today, and we’ll see them tomorrow, and that is not going to change. We are going to do everything we can to continue to safeguard these rights and access to health care as long as we possibly can.”
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Survey Continued from pg. 21
More protests. I’m surprised how people go out of their way on such beautiful days in such a beautiful city just to complain and ruin everyone else’s day. Republicans never protested; they just took it and realized Biden was in office for the last four years.
—Anonymous, Goleta
What are you most optimistic or concerned about for yourself and loved ones?
We’re stressed about Medicare and Social Security just as it becomes very important to us. We’ve paid into it all our lives. Now we have to worry our data has been stolen too!
—Anonymous, S.B.
A short documentary that explores one of the most successful conservation efforts in modern history the Yellowstone Wolf Project.
From the wolves’ historic reintroductionin 1995, to the thriving packs of today, biologists share inspiring stories about the wolves they study in the park. Using bioacoustic technology, researchers are uncovering how wolves communicate, applying their findings to resolve wildlife-livestock conflicts and protect these majestic creatures.
I’m really worried about what they have done to the Social Security Administration (SSA). I’m worried that I won’t be able to get help from the SSA when I need it. I’m worried that the “Musk Bros” have screwed up the SSA software and that my payments will stop suddenly.
—Anonymous, S.B.
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Tariffs Have Contractors on Alert Tariffs Have Contractors on Alert
by Christina McDermott
Will it soon cost more to build? In short: We don’t know. But market instability, current tariffs, and a potential for more to come across all trade sectors and for all of the U.S.’s trading partners have put contractors on alert. Increased construction costs would make it more expensive to build structures, such as housing, and would also add to the cost of public projects paid for, in part, with taxpayer dollars.
“It’s a major concern for us, and we’re watching it really closely,” said Ashleigh Sizoo, the City of Santa Barbara’s acting city engineer. Santa Barbara’s Public Works department works on projects, such as maintaining bridges, replacing water mains, and working on roadway projects.
Erwin Villegas is the president of Frank Schipper Construction Company, a Santa Barbara–based company that has worked on projects like the Sanctuary Center’s supportive housing project and the Sansum Diabetes Research Institute’s building renovation and remodel. He said that the company hasn’t seen increases in their construction costs yet, but their suppliers have put them on notice for potentially higher prices.
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Tariffs could add to those already higher prices. A tariff is a tax. It’s put on goods imported from another country, and usually paid by whoever’s doing the importing, or buying. That increased cost usually results in more expensive goods for customers.
Trump imposed tariffs during his first term, which resulted in a brief boost in jobs in some metal industries, like in steel manufacturing, but hurt workers in factories with foreign materials and caused increased manufacturing costs, according to the Federal Reserve.
The tariffs introduced by the second Trump Administration, especially the reciprocal tariffs announced on April 2 and then paused, would reach farther to every country the U.S. trades with and across trade sectors.
Rising construction costs are nothing new. Since 2020, the cost of construction materials has climbed by more than 40 percent and stayed high, according to Associated Builders and Contractors, a national trade association that releases reports based on data from the Bureau of
The administration does include exceptions for materials used in construction, such as lumber, steel, and aluminum (which already face a 25 percent tariff), and electronic goods like semiconductors. But that does not account for every material required for building. Whether tariffs will materialize is not clear. Last month, after receiving messages from Walmart, Target, and Home Depot’s CEOs, and slumped markets, the president said he has made “200 deals on tariffs” and spoken with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and that trade talks with China were upcoming. China has repeatedly refuted claims that the two countries are negotiating. n
The April 5 Hands Off rally in Santa Barbara
THead Start on Chopping Block
Head Start on Chopping Block
by Nick Welsh
he federal Head Start program that provides infants, toddlers, and young children of nearly 600 low-income families in Santa Barbara County with free child care, early education, medical care, and meals has not yet been decapitated, but its head is lodged firmly and snugly on the Trump Administration’s chopping block. Based on a federal budget document leaked earlier this April, the Trump Administration is proposing to “zero out” every dime budgeted for the federal anti-poverty program started in 1965 as part of then President Lyndon Johnson’s War on Poverty. Those cuts, to be clear, have not yet been voted upon by Congress. But the Trump Administration has already cut funding for five of the regional offices that provide key administrative support services to the sprawling constellation of Head Start campuses across the nation; the office overseeing California and Santa Barbara County was among the five to get the ax effective April 1. As with many such announcements, there was no advance notice.
“Nothing has happened yet,” cautioned Julie Weiner, senior administrator with Head Start in Santa Barbara County. “No vote has been taken. But a leaked budget document shows the plan is to ‘zero out’ the program entirely.”
If adopted by Congress in budgetary deliberations that begin this week, that translates into a $12 billion cut that will impact 800,000 families nationwide. Head Start provides free service to families making less than the federal poverty level. For a family of three, that’s $26,000 a year. In Santa Barbara County, Weiner said, 79 percent of the Head Start families are run by single-family households.
“I can tell you there simply are not 600 open childcare slots in the county or anything close, let alone slots that these families can remotely afford,” she added. “Statewide, we’re experiencing a childcare crisis.” If Head Start is cut, Weiner predicted, many smaller businesses will experience serious collateral damage. “A lot of people in our service economy can only work because of Head Start. If they don’t have child care, a lot of parents won’t be able to work. That will affect businesses.”
In the meantime, Weiner is mobilizing parents and staff from the program’s 20 campuses throughout Santa Barbara County and community supporters to join in the organized outreach campaign Head Start has launched “Save Head Start S.B.” targeting a handful of Republican Congressmembers from California. Last
year, 33 Republicans signed onto a letter asking the House Appropriations Committee to fund Head Start at the highest level possible. This year, however, no Republicans signed a letter of support for Head Start launched by House Democrats, such as Santa Barbara’s Salud Carbajal. Carbajal, it turns out, worked for Head Start in a prior incarnation before embarking on a life in politics. This week, parent advocacy groups and a coalition of Head Start providers also filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court to stop the Trump dministration's dismantling of Head Start.
While Trump has not weighed in on the matter, Russell Vought, his administrator in charge of the Office of Management and Budget, authored the draft budget document that was leaked on April 11. Vaught also worked on the committee that drafted the Project 2025 document calling for the complete elimination of Head Start. Vaught and critics of the program have claimed it is rife with scandal and abuse, that its benefits have been overstated by supporters, and that the federal government has no businesses getting involved in educational initiatives that should be left to the purview of state governments.
Over the years, Head Start has been the subject of numerous long-term studies showing that students enrolled in Head Start typically enjoy high educational achievement afterward because they’ve been prepared. Some studies suggest those benefits fade over time. But a study released by James Heckman, a Nobel Laureate economist with the University of Chicago, concluded that for every federal dollar spent on the program, the U.S. reaps a return of investment from $7 to $9.
March’s Women’s Day March in Santa Barbara
Enough: Constructing an Asian American Theology of Reparations
Grace Yia-Hei Kao
Making a Refuge of Resistance:
Professor of Ethics
Making a Refuge of Resistance: A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement
Making a Refuge of Resistance: A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement
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Making a Refuge of Resistance: A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement
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A History of the U.S. Sanctuary Movement
Lloyd Barba
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Assistant Professor of Religion, Amherst College
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Public School Programs at Risk Public School Programs at Risk
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Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents often fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba asks how these houses of worship protected migrants from immigration enforcement authorities. What histories and testimonies rendered such spaces sacred and made churches into safe refuge? What is the applicability of these practices today?
Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents often fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba asks how these houses of worship protected migrants from immigration enforcement authorities. What histories and testimonies rendered such spaces sacred and made churches into safe refuge? What is the applicability of these practices today?
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Lloyd Barba
How should federal governments remedy past wrongs? Should victims of group-based harms or their descendants press current generations to atone for the sins of their predecessors? Grace Kao will engage these questions by drawing upon the human rights standard for reparations, theological resources, and four case acknowledged wrongdoing against AAPI communities: Chinese Exclusion era discrimination, Japanese American forced evacuation and mass incarceration, denial of full veteran benefits to Filipinos who fought under the U.S. flag during WWII, and the Congressional apologies to Native Hawaiians for the illegal overthrow of their monarchy.
Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents often fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba asks how these houses of worship protected migrants from immigration enforcement authorities. What histories and testimonies rendered such spaces sacred and made churches into safe refuge? What is the applicability of these practices today?
Lloyd Barba is Assistant Professor of Religion and Core Faculty in Latinx and Latin American Studies at Amherst College. He is the author or editor of three books and cohost of the podcast Sanctuary: On the Border Between Church and State
Grace Yia-Hei Kao is Professor of Ethics and the inaugural Sano Chair in Pacific and Asian American Theology at Claremont School of Theology. She is the author or co-editor of four books.
SAssistant Professor of Religion, Amherst College
Is sacred space protective space? This question lies at the heart of the Sanctuary Movement. From the 1980s to the present, this practice has protected undocumented immigrants at risk of deportation by offering them refuge in churches, where federal immigration agents often fear to tread. In this lecture, Lloyd Barba asks how these houses of worship protected migrants from immigration enforcement authorities. What histories and testimonies rendered such spaces sacred and made churches into safe refuge? What is the applicability of these practices today?
Lloyd Barba is Assistant Professor of Religion and Core Faculty in Latinx and Latin American Studies at Amherst College. He is the author or editor of three books and co-host of the podcast Sanctuary: On the Border Between Church and State.
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Lloyd Barba is Assistant Professor of Religion and Core Faculty in Latinx and Latin American Studies at Amherst College. He is the author or editor of three books and cohost of the podcast Sanctuary: On the Border Between Church and State
chool districts are on thin ice. K-12 districts rely on federal funds to take care of their students, particularly those who need extra support. With the Trump Administration attempting to withhold federal funding from schools that don’t scrap their diversity programs, alongside threats to completely dismantle the Department of Education (DOE), district officials are holding their breath in preparation for the ice breaking.
Lloyd Barba is Assistant Professor of Religion and Core Faculty in Latinx and Latin American Studies at Amherst College. He is the author or editor of three books and cohost of the podcast Sanctuary: On the Border Between Church and State
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The Trump Administration has declared war on diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, claiming that DEI practices are a discriminatory sect of “wokeism.” To crack down on DEI, Trump put out an order telling school districts to eliminate diversity programs or lose federal funding.
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Wallis Annenberg Conference Room (SSMS 4315)
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However, California’s K-12 schools could breathe a small sigh of relief after New Hampshire’s Judge Landya McCafferty blocked that order this week. California General Attorney Rob Bonta is preparing to go to court over Trump’s K-12 funding threats, too, his office announced Friday.
“The most generous view of the current administration’s actions is that it is incompetence disguised as an attempt to reform, but the real impact is a chaotic disinvestment in public education that harms students, teachers, and families,” said Gabe Escobedo, president of the Santa Barbara Unified school board, in a statement.
“The administration’s short-sighted policy decisions and trade tariffs are creating real challenges for public schools,” he continued. “This, compounded by uncertain federal funding, makes long-term planning nearly impossible for districts, including ours, that are already stretched thin.”
In Santa Barbara Unified, the county’s largest school district, $11,754,628 in federally funded programs are at risk. It’s like a case study of how school programs could evaporate under the current administration. Much of that money goes toward special education, to guarantee that disabled students who make up 14 percent of the student population receive individualized instruction at no cost to their parents. The money pays for special ed teachers and paraeducators areas that are already understaffed and overwhelmed in the district.
While the Trump Administration said they don’t intend to cut special education funding, Title I and other programs are potentially on the chopping block.
Santa Barbara Unified is a Title I district, meaning every single one of its schools have a large percentage of low-income students across the district, 61.2 percent of students are lowincome. Title I funding pays for these students to have additional support services, such as tutoring and after-school programs.
“We’re rich with so many things and people, but we also have a lot of families that are below that mark,” said Kimberly Hernandez, assistant superintendent of business services. While district officials are hesitant to label any school programs as “DEI,” Hernandez made an entire spreadsheet of federally funded programs that could be slashed if Trump succeeds in his attacks on education.
Also at risk, the spreadsheet forewarns, are childcare programs and school lunches. Many students rely on their schools for healthy meals.
With the Trump administration’s potential cutting of SNAP benefits and free school meals, these kids will have even fewer options for food. Social safety nets like these are what take care of kids so that they can actually show up to school and focus in the first place. Without them, education suffers.
However, the state does pitch in for many of these programs, Hernandez said. Schools in California won’t be hung out to dry as much as those in other states. For right now, she said, they are just “very much aware” of the potential consequences should the DOE be dismantled and federal funds be withheld.
“This is how it is for all the districts across the state actually, across the nation,” she said. “But advocates for the school districts are really encouraging legislators to work hard on this.”
At this point, the district is not changing its budgeting process nor assuming the money will disappear, because the money may just move to different departments if the DOE evaporates.
“But it is something to really think about and be concerned about,” Hernandez said. “It’s especially difficult where we are right now, knowing that we have budget cuts we’re working on. If this money didn’t show up, we would have to turn around and figure out how to cut another $11 million out of the general fund.” n
International Women’s Day protest in March
My children are planning to leave the U.S., and my blood pressure has soared.
—Barbara Ruh, S.B.
I was born into a country occupied by the Nazis. Our family had to flee and thus became refugees. When we were able to return to Denmark, we felt with all kinds of rationing of basic goods. Needless to say, the current atmosphere in this country where I am an immigrant has caused a huge amount of fear, anxiety, and depression. And not just for me but family, friends, and neighbors as well.
—Anonymous, New Cuyama
What are you most optimistic or concerned about for Santa Barbara?
Although I am a retired teacher, I help test English learners in their end-of-the-year English test. While that funding hasn’t been cut yet, it would be on the chopping block if funding is held from the Department of Education. I worry about Special Ed cuts as well, and how that would affect so many teachers in our community who work with English learners and Special Education students.
—Colby Boss-Adamski, S.B.
Santa Barbara County is home to so much beautiful and wonderful protected land, animals, and ocean. Seeing this administration relax logging rules, open the ocean to more drilling and fishing, take animals off the protected list it will impact these beautiful spaces we love and cherish here.
—Lauren
G., Carpinteria
I’m concerned that almost 46 percent of Santa Barbara’s residents are barely making ends meet now. If we see inflation, recession, or cutback in federal funding that supports our services, those families will be under a lot of economic and psychological strain. I am optimistic, however, that Santa Barbara is a close-knit community that always comes together to take care of our own.
—Anonymous, S.B., Cathedral Oaks
What are you most optimistic or concerned about for America?
I am very concerned about DOGE cuts to healthcare, alongside the malignantly negligent oversight in healthcare matters coming from RFK Jr. that will mean increased risk of infectious disease. The threats of ICE raids affecting essential, hardworking contributors to our local society is a constant source of concern and sadness. The economy has me much more worried than in 2008 or during COVID.
—Anonymous, S.B., Eucalyptus Hill neighborhood
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Immigration has been an issue for most of my lifetime, and I am 76 years old. Since the end of the Bracero program in the late ’50s/early ’60s, there has been no effective immigration/work visa system in place by any federal government, Republican or Democratic. … Grabbing people off the street is NOT saving the American people any money or reducing crime. It is only removing brave, productive people who were strong enough to leave a bad situation and try for a better life. Our country has done this to the Irish, the Italians, the Chinese, the Japanese, and now anyone from Mexico or South America. My heart is breaking.
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—Kathleen Rodriguez, S.B.
You can’t just pause a major function of the federal government and then start it up again months or years later. While funding is paused, people still need to survive. That means employees will quit or be laid off, and when funding comes back, they’ll have jobs elsewhere. Nonprofits will be forced to cancel programs or shut their doors entirely. Studies will be ruined and forced to start again from scratch. Former program beneficiaries will go hungry or be evicted. We can rebuild in the long run, but that doesn’t make the short-term damage any less damaging or the waste any less senseless.
—Anonymous, S.B. n
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Leading the Fight for Immigrant Rights Leading the Fight for Immigrant Rights
805 UndocuFund’s Primitiva Hernandez Reflects on Trump’s First 100 Days
by Ryan P. Cruz
With so much confusion, fear, and misinformation over Trump’s immigration agenda, it’s become even more important for organizations on the ground to ramp up their efforts to keep communities informed and prepared for the worst. In the past few months, 805 UndocuFund has stepped up as one of the leading organizations holding “Know Your Rights” workshops, training volunteer advocates, and providing real-time reports of immigration law enforcement in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo County through its 24/7 Rapid Response Hotline: (805) 870-8855.
Primitiva Hernandez, executive director of 805 UndocuFund, has emerged as one of the region’s most passionate advocates for immigrant rights and has spent countless hours organizing, holding informative seminars, and working with families who are dealing with the fallout from the Trump administration’s push for mass deportations.
Hernandez was born in Guerrero, Mexico, and comes from a family of farmers significantly impacted when the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) changed the agriculture industry in the mid-’90s, opening up the market to cheap, subsidized U.S. imports and forcing hundreds of Mexican farmers to either shut down or migrate to the U.S. for work.
805 UndocuFund, an organization that helped her family with much-needed assistance in previous years. “To me, it felt like a calling for me to give back in a meaningful, impactful way like I always wanted to,” she said.
Hernandez was hired to lead 805 UndocuFund in January, just a few weeks before Trump was set to take office. She said the organization and other immigrant rights groups had already been meeting for months at that point, working with the California Immigrant Policy Center to prepare for what may come after the election.
For much of her early life, Hernandez bounced back and forth between Mexico and Santa Barbara County, where she went to elementary school and where her father found work in the avocado and citrus industry. When she was 15, she came back to the U.S. for the final time, became a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient under the Obama Administration, and made Santa Barbara her permanent home.
Seeing her family dealing with mixed immigration status, and her own experience coming across the border as an unaccompanied minor, Hernandez said, gave her the lived experience to understand the struggles of the undocumented community. As she went through high school, Santa Barbara City College, and Antioch University, she began to volunteer with immigrants’ rights organizations like Importa Santa Barbara.
“I’ve always had that deep commitment to advocate for the rights of the immigrant community,” Hernandez told the Independent. “People can understand the history, and they can know the root cause of why people migrate. But they don’t get the amount of destabilization they go through, and how much they are afraid for their lives.”
After earning her college degree, she began working for the county Housing Authority as a family services representative, using her off-time to volunteer with Importa S.B., where she would eventually join on as a boardmember.
In 2024, she applied for an opening as executive director of
When Trump was elected, along with a Republican majority in the House and Senate, 805 UndocuFund started making plans to revive the 24/7 Rapid Response Line, a program the organization ran during the first Trump Administration to verify and report suspected immigration law enforcement activity in the region.
Within days of Trump taking office, it became clear that the federal government was going to do everything in its power to deport as many undocumented individuals as possible, starting with targeted operations across the country including here on the Central Coast.
“It was a lot worse than we thought,” Hernandez said. “We honestly anticipated it being bad, but we didn’t think it would be this bad.”
Hernandez said the Rapid Response Hotline was able to verify two targeted operations on the Central Coast that began in the last week of January. These included the first verified sightings of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in heavily Latino neighborhoods like Santa Barbara’s Eastside and Westside.
On January 26, the hotline received reports of ICE making stops in unmarked vehicles, dressed in plainclothes, demanding that people exit the vehicle without any warrant for their arrest. The ICE agents, who portrayed themselves as local police, were aggressive in their tactics, Hernandez said, even surrounding one man’s truck, mocking him, and shouting for him to “come out and be a man.”
In that case, the hotline connected the man with a representative from the Immigrant Legal Defense Center, who helped the man assert his rights and prevent an arrest.
Another close call came when a woman, identified only as Maria, was on her way home from work when she noticed she was being followed by an unmarked vehicle. When she was stopped, the men from the vehicle came out, said they were local police, and asked her to open her door. When she said she wanted to exercise her right to not speak with them, they continued to ask her questions while she got in contact with the Rapid Response Hotline. After several tense minutes
where Maria kept telling the officers she knew her rights, they left empty-handed.
“If you know your rights, that can possibly be what saves you,” Hernandez said.
Hernandez said the frequency of immigration arrests has slowed down since those targeted operations, in which ICE agents were said to be looking for specific individuals who have been flagged for deportation. But while the arrests aren’t happening as frequently, there have still been ICE sightings and alarming reports of collateral arrests, in which agents detain a person who has not been convicted of any serious crime.
“If they’re not the original target, there’s no reason they should be taken,” Hernandez said. “It’s not only undocumented people, either. Visa holders are being revoked and green card holders have been denied reentry into the country.”
ICE and the Department of Justice have refused to disclose specific statistics for each county, leaving the tracking and reporting of arrests up to nonprofit organizations like 805 UndocuFund. In the first 100 days of Trump’s second presidency, the Rapid Response Hotline has fielded thousands of calls and text messages, receiving 33 verified reports of arrests in the tri counties, with most coming from Santa Barbara County, where at least 24 have been arrested (with the most recent arrest coming on April 24). But Hernandez estimates the actual number of local arrests are much higher, since these reports are only those who called into the hotline.
“ICE is not being transparent, and their system is not very accurate, either,” she said. “There are people that are being arrested or deported without anybody knowing, especially if they don’t have family or friends or if ICE doesn’t let them call.”
What the hotline has done more than anything is help the public be involved in verifying reports of ICE activity and dispelling rumors or false reports. The organization has trained more than 40 hotline operators, and at least 60 legal observers who can go on scene and check out reports in each county. These volunteers, and the real-time reports on 805 UndouFund’s social media pages, have become an integral part of informing the community.
Recently, 805 UndocuFund has turned its focus to connecting families with resources and keeping the public aware of the impacts from the latest developments, including the Trump Administration’s attempts to sidestep court orders and fly undocumented individuals to foreign prisons without a proper court hearing, or the federal government asking undocumented folks to “self-deport” through an online app. Many of these announcements, she said, may not have a direct impact on the ground but serve as a way to spread fear among affected communities.
“It isn’t real. Only a judge can order a real deportation,” she said. “But it’s having a big impact. It’s a very overwhelming time to be undocumented, and be part of a targeted population. This is close to home. Family separation is happening here. It’s very real, and it’s impacting families in various ways.” n
April’s Hands Off rally in Santa Barbara
Primitiva Hernandez, executive director of 805 UndocuFund, at February’s “Protecting Our Immigrant Community” forum at Faulkner Gallery
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Home improvement products and cleaning supplies that are still usable and in good condition are saved from disposal and are available to the public for FREE! Come by the center to see what’s available. •
WHAT: YES: paint thinner, stains, solvents, pesticides, e-cigarettes, cleaners, fertilizers, smoke alarms, and much more!
NO: needles, electronics, controlled substances, cannabis vapes, or materials that are radioactive, biological, or explosive in nature.
HOW: Store and transport all waste in secure containers with tight-fitting lids, and place upright in cardboard boxes during transport.
IN PAR TNERSHIP WITH THE JULIA CHILD FOUND A TION FOR GASTRONOMY AND THE CULINA R Y AR TS
May 12-18, 2025 MAY 2025
EVENTS SCHEDULE
For tickets visit sbce.events
ABOUT THE SANTA BARBARA CULINARY EXPERIENCE
The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience, in partnership with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, is an annual celebration of all things food & drink in Santa Barbara County. Our mission is to shine a light on our local culinary, hospitality, tourism, artisan, and small business communities through unique events which foster learning, discovery and fun. Through our partnership with the Foundation, a portion of the proceeds from these events is used to make grants to local nonprofit organizations making a difference in Santa Barbara County’s food system.
FOLLOW IN JULIA’S FOOTSTEPS
Download an interactive map from sbce.events for a self-guided tour of some of Julia’s favorite places to eat, drink, walk and shop all over Santa Barbara County from Santa Ynez Valley to Carpinteria, where she summered as a young girl. Dig into her favorite hot dogs, tacos, martinis and sweet shops—and save time to smell the signature Julia Child roses.
May
10
Farmers Market Insights & Tours
9am, 9:30am, 10am or 10:30am | Farmers Market
$10.00
Join us for some interactive fun and market tours while you shop the Saturday Farmers Market.
May
12
Margerum Wine Company Blending Experience
3-5 PM | Margerum Wine Company Tasting Room
$125.00
This is a hands-on experience and tasting of three different red varietals that includes wide-ranging conversations about winemaking, the art of blending and viticulture.
Oyster Shucking with Clark’s Oyster Bar
4-5:30p | Clark’s Oyster Bar | $90.00
Join us for a breezy afternoon of shucking and sipping at the beautiful new Clark’s Oyster Bar in Montecito.
Craft Your Perfect Blend:
A Hands-On Wine Blending Experience
5:30 PM | Samsara Winery | $85.00
Unleash your inner winemaker in this interactive blending class led by our esteemed winemaker, Matt Brady.
Two Baking Brits Pop-Up, Winemaker Dinner with Doug Margerum
6:00 PM | The Cheese Shop | SOLD OUT
Join the Two Baking Brits (Chef’s Pascale Beale and Sandra Adu Zelli) for a five-course Provençal-inspired dinner at Cheese Shop Santa Barbara featuring local produce.
Speedy Suppers: The Bloody Mary Edition
6-8:30p | A to Z Cooking School | $160.00
Delight in our unique menu that features a local treasure, Fairy Blood, in every recipe. Fairy Blood is more than a bloody mary mix; it is the base for speedy weeknight suppers and flavor boosts to all of your favorite dishes.
May
13
Cocktails and Food Pairing
12:30 - 3pm | Lion’s Tale | $185.00
Join us at Lion’s Tale where the kitchen and bar teams have selected just the right bites to go with beverages you can create at home.
Happiest Hour - Walking Potato Taco & Drink Tour
2-5pm | Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours | $210.00
For one day only, kick off your late afternoon with a flavorful, fun, and delicious Potato Taco & Drink Tour through downtown Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Trolley Julia Child-Inspired TourMay 13 Tour
2-4:30pm | Santa Barbara Visitor Center | $55.00
Hop aboard the SB Trolley for a Julia Child-Inspired Tour, celebrating the beloved chef’s favorite Santa Barbara haunts.
A Journey Through Burgundy
3-4pm | Inn at Mattei’s Tavern | $160.00
Join us for an unforgettable wine and food celebration honoring Julia Child, featuring expertly paired Burgundy and Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noirs with gourmet bites from The Tavern.
Caviar, Bubbles, and Vodka…Oh My!
3-5pm | Hotel Californian | $130.00
Head to the Shamsah rooftop at Hotel Californian for an equally indulgent and educational tasting experience featuring award-winning Sterling caviar, Piaff Champagne, Foley Family Brut Sparkling, and Highground Vodka.
The Art of Butter
5:30-7:30pm | Helena Avenue Bakery | $90.00
Chef Emilie will take you on an educational journey through the art of butter-making, discussing the churning process behind regular and cultured butter.
Wine & Chocolate: A Perfect Pairing Experience
5:30pm | Samsara Winery | $85.00
Discover the ultimate harmony of wine and chocolate in this decadent pairing event, featuring Samsara wines and artisan confections from Jessica Foster Chocolates.
SANTA BARBARA CULINARY EXPERIENCE
The Free-Spirited Mixologist: A Hands-On Cocktail Experience!
5:30-7pm | Pearl Social | $80.00
Guided by expert instruction, you’ll explore essential techniques, from shaking and stirring to building flavor profiles and perfecting garnishes.
Ocean’s Bounty: A Shellfish & Seafood Affair 6-8:30p | A to Z Cooking School | $160.00
Join us for a night of oceanic delights, where each dish is crafted to showcase the bounty of the sea. An event not to be missed for seafood lovers.
The Farmer & The Cook 6-9pm | Bouchon | $150.00
Join us for an unforgettable evening at bouchon Santa Barbara, celebrating the harmonious relationship between Santa Barbara County’s farmers, wine makers and restaurants.
May
14
Latin & Mexican Walking Food & Drink Tour
11:30am-2:30pm | Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours
$210.00
The guided experience will take you to 4-5 downtown Santa Barbara’s local taquerias and latin-inspired spots.
Single Origin Coffee Tasting - 2pm Tasting 2:00pm | Little King Coffee | $35.00
Join Little King Coffee and Coastal Coffee Collective for a coffee tasting that will take you around the world.
Single Origin Coffee Tasting - 3pm Tasting 3:00pm | Little King Coffee | $35.00
Join Little King Coffee and Coastal Coffee Collective for a coffee tasting that will take you around the world.
Bree’osh Baguette Making Class
3-5pm | Bree’osh | SOLD OUT
Elevate your skills with this Baguette class led by #pierrelebaker.
“Interstellar Roots” Dinner at The Hilt Estate with Executive Chef Travis Westrope of SpaceX Vandenberg 5:00pm | The Hilt Estate | $175.00
Come join the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience in conjunction with The Hilt Estate and the Vandenberg SpaceX Culinary team for a wonderful evening of exceptional wines and delicious food created by Chef Travis Westrope of SpaceX.
Mixology Masterclass
5-8pm - 2:30pm | Hotel Californian | $100.00
Join us on the Mirador rooftop at Hotel Californian for a mixology class and cocktail reception hosted by Lucas Huff.
Garden Gatherings: A Seasonal Plant-Based Feast
6-8:30p | A to Z Cooking School | $160.00
Indulge in a delightful vegan menu that celebrates the freshest seasonal ingredients, vibrant flavors and nourishing dishes.
Black Sheep x Tercero Wines
6pm Reception, 6:30pm Dinner | Black Sheep | $185.00
Join us for an unforgettable evening as Black Sheep partners with winemaker Larry Chaffer of Tercero Wines for a family-style dining experience that brings together bold flavors and handcrafted wines.
The Wharf Club Dinner
6:30-8:30pm | Moby Dick | $140.00
Enjoy prized catch from the Santa Barbara Channel in a four-course gourmet meal, great local wine, and spectacular views of the waterfront, the harbor, the Channel, and the islands from every seat.
May 15
Toast to the Coast: Foley Estate Winery Tour
9:30am-5pm | Hotel Californian for Shuttle | $475.00 Tthis immersive adventure begins with a private shuttle departing from the luxurious Hotel Californian.
Ranch Table Gathering
10am-12pm | Rancho San Julian | $120.00
Enjoy homemade Ranch Table pastries and warm beverages as you walk the grounds and hear the California ranch history with Elizabeth Poett
Introduction to the Art of Roasting Coffee
10am-12pm | Zaca Creek Roastery | $65.00
Participants will learn from Zaca Coffee’s Director of Coffee, Grant Thomas, roasting coffee from green bean to cup.
Cocktail Creation
1:30 - 4pm | Good Lion | $105.00
Meet us at The Good Lion to get a peek behind the cocktail curtain.
Santa Barbara Trolley Julia Child-Inspired Tour - May 15 Tour
2-4:30pm | Santa Barbara Visitor Center | $55.00 Hop aboard the SB Trolley for a Julia Child-Inspired Tour, celebrating the beloved chef’s favorite Santa Barbara haunts.
Bree’osh Brioche Making Class
3-5pm | Bree’osh | SOLD OUT
Step into the world of artisan baking as we team up with #pierrelebaker for an exclusive hands-on brioche class.
Drink + Bites Tour
3-6pm | Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours | $240.00
This guided tour will take you to some of the best local spots, where you’ll savor a variety of delicious bites paired with local wine & a crafted cocktail.
Uncorked and On The Rocks
5:30-7:30pm | Hotel Californian | $235.98
The evening will begin with a reception on the patio, followed by a four-course dinner in Blackbird, carefully curated to perfectly pair with select wines.
An Evening of Conversation, Gastronomy & Wine with Alice Waters
6-8:30pm | Godmother’s | SOLD OUT
Beloved chef and restaurateur Alice Waters will take the stage at Godmothers to discuss We Are What We Eat and her memoir, Coming to My Senses: The Making of a Counterculture Cook
Sipping on the Sea
6-8pm | Santa Barbara Sailing | $130.00
Sip local wine from Epiphany Cellars and taste specialty cheeses from Santa Barbara Cheese Shop while enjoying a Santa Barbara sunset aboard the Double Dolphin.
Strawberry Fields Forever
6-9pm | The Lark | $155.00
Join us for an unforgettable five-course dinner celebrating the versatility and rich history of local strawberries.
Olive Oil: The New Gold Rush
6-8:30p | A to Z Cooking School | $160.00
Savor the richness and depth of flavors that premium olive oil can bring to every dish.
Ranch House Dinner
6:30pm | Inn at Mattei’s Tavern | $220.00
Join us for an evening featuring a five-course family-style dinner celebrating the finest local cuisine and world-class wine.
Uncorked and On The Rocks
8-10pm | Hotel Californian | $235.98
The evening will begin with a reception on the patio, followed by a four-course dinner in Blackbird, carefully curated to perfectly pair with select wines.
JULIA CHILD BY THE NUMBERS
Rose Garden Tour
9:30-11am | Rose Story Farm | SOLD OUT
We invite you to experience the splendor of our 15-acre farm featuring 200 varieties of roses.
New Orleans Friday Lunch
12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:30pm | Bar Lou | $95.00
Join us on May 16th at Bar Lou for Julia Child’s favorite New Orleans lunch, featuring Oysters Rockefeller, Crawfish Étouffée, and a classic cocktail.
Pacific Pickle Works Factory Tour & Pickling Activity 11am Tour
11am-12:30pm | Pacific Pickle Works | SOLD OUT
Join us for an exclusive tour of the Pacific Pickle Works manufacturing facility, hosted by Principal Pickle & Founder, Brad Bennett.
Day at the Vineyard: Bien Nacido Tours | 12-5pm, Tours: 1pm & 3pm | Bien Nacido Vineyards | $30.00 Guests will enjoy a special tasting of 3 Estate Wines at our historical Adobe.
Day at the Vineyard: Firestone Vineyard Tours | 12-5pm, Tours: 12pm, 2pm & 4pm | Firestone Vineyard | $24.00
Guests will be treated to a special in-the-field tour of one of Santa Barbara County’s oldest vineyards.
Day on the Farm: Ballard Walnut Grove Tours | 12-5pm, Tours: 1pm & 2:30pm | Ballard Walnut Grove | $12.00
Join us for a unique walking tour of our 18 acres of walnuts and Christmas trees.
Day on the Farm: Dewlson Family Farms Tours
12-5pm, Tours: 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm Dewlson Family Farms | $18.00
Join us for a fun farm experience where you will learn something, taste something, and enjoy everything.
Day on the Farm: Finley Farms
12-5pm | Finley Farms | FREE
Stop by Finley Honor stand, meet the growers, try some samples and experience produce as fresh as it gets.
Day on the Farm:
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum Tour
12-5pm | Santa Ynez Historical Museum | $18.00 Guests will be able to explore the museum on their own, including the Pioneer Room, Valley Room and ParksJaneway Carriage House.
Day on the Farm: Tutti Frutti Farm Tours
12-5pm, Tours: 12-2pm and 1:30-3:30pm Tutti Frutti Farms | $30.00
Join us for a walking tour of one of the founding certified organic farms of Santa Barbara County.
No Forks Given: A Wood-Fired Feast
5:30-8pm | La Paloma | $140.00
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty at our one-of-a-kind, utensil-free dining experience.
Slice of the Season: Farmers Market Pizzas
6-8:30pm | A to Z Cooking School | $160.00
An intro to sourdough pizza making with Chef Jeff.
Chef’s Night Out
6-8pm | Margerum Wine Company Tasting Room | $140.00
We will go on a journey to pair Indian cuisine from Apna Indian Restaurant perfectly with Margerum Wine Company and Barden wines.
May 17
Chef’s Chat: Your Farmer’s Market Guide
8:30-11am | Farmer’s Market | FREE
Join us for some interactive fun and get your food questions answered while you shop the Saturday Farmers Market.
Pascale Beale Saturday Tour and Cooking Class
9am-2:30pm | Farmer’s Market | SOLD OUT
Join food writer, cookbook author, and chef, Pascale Beale, for a hands-on Mediterranean style cooking class, celebrating La Belle Provence.
Harbor Tour with Get Hooked Seafood 10-11:30am | Get Hooked Seafood | $40.00
Join seafood expert and veteran fisher on a walking tour of Santa Barbara Harbor.
Wanderment Farms Tour 10am Tour 10-11am | Wanderment Farms | $45.00
Come join us for a fun and educational 1 hour walking tour of our organic and regenerative farm!
Abalone Farm Walking Tour 11am-1pm | The Cultured Abalone | $55.00
Come experience the wonder of sustainable seafood, nature and science at this California landmark where we culture abalone and seaweed and ranch sea urchin.
Grand Wine Tasting 1-5pm | El Presidio | $95.00 Sip, Savor, & Meet the Makers in Santa Barbara.
May 18
Abalone Farm Walking Tour + Tasting - 11am Tour 11am-1pm | The Cultured Abalone | $80.00
Come experience the wonder of sustainable seafood, nature and science at this California landmark where we culture abalone and seaweed and ranch sea urchin.
Day on the Farm: Zaca Creek Ranch Tours
12-5pm, Tours: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm Zaca Creek Ranch | $24.00
Guests will be able to interact with and learn about the animals of Zaca Creek Ranch, including our herd of llamas and alpacas.
Floral Arrangement Workshop
1-3pm | Rose Story Farm | $360.00
Wanderment Farms Tour 1pm Tour
1-2pm | Wanderment Farms | $45.00
Come join us for a fun and educational 1 hour walking tour of our organic and regenerative farm!
Kids in the Kitchen: Cauliflower Tacos - 1pm 1-2:30pm | A to Z Cooking School | $55.00
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced flower enthusiast, this hands-on experience will guide you through the art of flower arranging.
Pacific Pickle Works Factory Tour & Pickling Activity 2pm Tour
2-3:30pm | Pacific Pickle Works | SOLD OUT
Join us for an exclusive tour of the Pacific Pickle Works manufacturing facility, hosted by founder, Brad Bennett.
A Perspective on Sta. Rita Hills Master Class
5:30-7:30pm | Paradise Springs Winery | $85.00
A Teaching and Tasting of Pinot Noir from across the St. Rita Hills with a discussion on how different microclimates, soil, and clones translate into the glass.
In this hands-on class, 1st-4th graders will make tacos with savory cauliflower filling, signature guacamole, pico de gallo, and piping hot fresh corn tortillas.
Abalone Farm Walking Tour + Tasting - 2pm Tour
2-4pm | The Cultured Abalone | $80.00
Come experience the wonder of sustainable seafood, nature and science at this California landmark where we culture abalone and seaweed and ranch sea urchin.
Honorary Committee Advisory Committee
Julia Child Award Recipients:
Alice Waters
Sean Sherman
Grace Young
Toni Tipton-Martin
Danielle Nierenberg
José Andrés
Mary Sue Milliken &
Susan Feniger
Danny Meyer
Rick Bayless
Jacques Pépin
Advisors to the Julia Child Foundation:
Jim Dodge
Sally Ekus
Erin Fairbanks
Darra Goldstein
Doug Margerum
Jacques Pépin, Emeritus
Anne Willan, Emeritus
Local Friends of The Julia Child Foundation:
Greg Brewer
Dani and Bill Hahn
Kyle Irwin
Richard and Thekla Sanford
Norm and Karleen Waitt
Lynda Weinman & Bruce Heavin
Jenny Williamson-Doré
The Julia Child Foundation For Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts
ERIC W. SPIVEY Chairman & Trustee
PHILADELPHIA COUSINS Trustee
ALEX PRUD’HOMME Trustee
TODD SCHULKIN
Advisory Committee
PHIL CARPENTER
General Manager SB Vintners
GRACE GATES
Owner Little King Coffee
KRISTA HARRIS
Edible Santa Barbara
KATHY JANEGA-DYKES
PRESIDENT/CEO Visit Santa Barbara
MATT KETTMANN
SENIOR EDITOR The Santa Barbara Independent
MARY MARANVILLE
Founder Heritage Farmland
DOUG MARGERUM
Margerum Wine Company
NANCY MARTZ
EXECUTIVE
GRAND WINE TASTING
May 17 | El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park.
Sip, Savor, & Meet the Makers in Santa Barbara!
Get ready to swirl, sip, and soak up the sunshine! The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Grand Wine Tasting is back on Saturday May 17 at the iconic El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park — and it’s going to be bigger bolder and more delicious than ever.
With 40+ top-tier wineries, incredible food vendors, winemaker panels, and live music by Santa Barbara favorites Salty Strings, this is the signature wine event of the season!
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EVENT DETAILS
· El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park
· VIP Early Access: 1–2 p.m.
· General Admission: 2–5 p.m.
· Live Music: Enjoy the foot-stomping sun-drenched vibes of local band Salty Strings as you taste your way through the afternoon.
· Winemaker Panels Moderated by editor Matt Kettmann
• Wisdom from some of Santa Barbara’s
• Panel discussions moderated by the Santa Barbara Independent’s
Spivey, Chairman & Trustee Philadelphia Cousins, Trustee Alex Prud’homme, Trustee
William A. Truslow, Emeritus Trustee Todd Schulkin, Executive Director
Salkeld, Director of Outreach
Director LAUREN SALKELD Director of Outreach Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Staff
• Food from local makers including avocado and olive oil tastings
ALL-INCLUSIVE TICKETS
• Live music with the Salty
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ONE TICKET GIVES YOU ACCESS TO:
Unlimited wine tastings from 40+ wineries
Sponsors for their generosity and for believing early-on in our mission of elevating the food and wine of Santa Barbara County. Without their support this event would not have been possible.
Delectable bites from local chefs
Live music by Salty Strings
Entry to both winemaker panels
Non-alcoholic beverages & good vibes
Don’t wait tickets are selling fast!
Culinary Experience Staff
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‘A Full-Scale Assault on Science’
EFull-Scale Assault on Science’
Professor David Valentine Speaks Out as UCSB Feels Fallout of Trump’s Second Term
by Margaux Lovely
xperts are starting to call it “jawboning.”
How the federal government has gone about jawboning universities or intimidating them into censoring themselves is a legal and moral enigma to many. How universities are responding to this increased federal involvement in academia is similarly puzzling, and the University of California is still figuring out how all the pieces fit together.
The Trump Administration’s demands on universities across the nation have put their leaders between a rock and a hard place. Do they succumb to the administration’s directives eliminating projects with any mention of “DEI” buzzwords, abandoning international students, and suppressing certain political sentiment or do they stand up to the attacks on academic freedom and risk losing billions of dollars in federal funding? For UC Santa Barbara, the answer is still in limbo.
“This is a full-scale assault on science,” asserted David Valentine, distinguished professor of Marine Science and vice chair of the Academic Senate at UCSB. “Threatening to cancel research projects is being used as a lever to coax campuses into politically getting in line.”
This lever, many attest, was strategically built on federal allegations of anti-Semitism against students and faculty at the hands of higher education institutions. After speaking with community and campus leaders from all sides of the equation pro-Palestinian activists, Zionists, Jews, etc. one sentence was reiterated with every interview: The Trump Administration is weaponizing claims of anti-Semitism to quash academic freedom.
Encampments, protests, and counterprotests marked much of the last academic year in what proved to be a messy situation for student protesters, faculty members, and university leadership. At UCSB, five arrests were made when a pro-Palestinian encampment was cleared next to Davidson Library, protesters occupied and vandalized Girvetz Hall, and the MultiCultural Center was shut down after anti-Zionist signs were posted, threatening then-president of the AS Tessa Veksler. All criminal charges relating to the encampment clearing have been dropped.
The Trump Administration saw these actions as evidence that UCSB, along with 59 other universities, did not do enough to protect Jewish students from antisemitism. UC President Michael V. Drake said that the UC system is the subject of at least 12 current federal investigations over these allegations, with UCSB being one of them.
Federal investigators have reportedly been asking faculty members at other UC campuses to act as whistleblowers against possibly anti-Semitic behavior from faculty members. The proposed punishment? Pulling federal funding from unrelated, paramount research.
Valentine is no stranger to the gravity of scientific research. His discovery of a massive toxic chemical dumping ground in the waters off Catalina Island grabbed headlines and the attention of environmental policymakers around the world. Cutting research grants like his would hugely impact both UCSB and the ability to learn worldwide, and still, there are ripple effects that most people don’t realize.
“I’m having to let people go prematurely,” Valentine said. “There is a complete inability to plan, and that underlying uncertainty prevents us from retaining the talented research staff that we have.” Some researchers are outright quitting their jobs in anticipation of their grants being cut, and nationally, some “very high-level science folks” have simply decided to retire early. Mentors are advising their mentees that now is a good time to explore non-STEM interests and career paths.
“It’s genuinely devastating,” Valentine said.
Since President Trump took office and put the state of California at the top of his hit list, UCSB supporters have been bracing for the possibility that the UC would act more like a Columbia and less like a Harvard. On that question, the jury is still out.
In March, the UC system stopped requiring DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) statements in hiring a possible move of anticipatory compliance with the Trump Administration’s anti-DEI initiatives. A system-wide hiring freeze was also implemented that month in anticipation of funding cuts from both the state and the federal government. UCSB is the largest employer in Santa Barbara County, and as such, the hiring freeze will have severe impacts on an already tight job market.
Earlier this month, 12 UCSB students and recent graduates abruptly had their student visas terminated by the Trump Administration. While much was out of the university’s hands at that point, they did hire outside counsel and were planning to allow affected students to finish their degrees online. As of this Monday, 11 of those students’ visas became active again after the Department of Justice backtracked on their original visa crackdown in federal court.
On April 22, UCSB Chancellor Henry T. Yang signed onto a letter written by the American Association for Colleges and Universities titled “A Call for Constructive Engagement.” The letter, signed by more than 550 leaders in higher education as of midday Tuesday, denounced the administration’s “unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education.”
“We are open to constructive reform and do not oppose legitimate government oversight,” the letter reads. “However, we must oppose undue government intrusion in the lives of those who learn, live, and work on our campuses. We will always seek effective and fair financial practices, but we must reject the coercive use of public research funding.”
UC President Drake signed the letter after 500 others had already done so, three days after it became public. During internal meetings, Presi-
dent Drake has expressed that he doesn’t want the UC to be the highest nail for the Trump Administration to hit.
In response to anti-Semitism probes by the Department of Education, UCSB Chancellor Yang has announced the creation of two committees one to investigate and combat anti-Semitism and one to do the same with Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment.
Staff members say that they are consistently given assurances that there is lots of work being done behind the scenes to protect students and faculty at UCSB from federal threats. However, some express unease about not knowing what that work entails.
Despite anecdotal evidence from researchers whose grants have been suspended or terminated, the university does not know how much federal funding has been pulled at this point.
“It is too early to determine the full impact of changes to federal research support on individual research projects,” said Kiki Reyes, a spokesperson for UCSB. “The campus’s direct federal and federal flow-through research funding, which was approximately $186 million in the last fiscal year, is likely to be impacted.”
One UCSB faculty member and friend of Valentine’s studies the structure of the Earth’s crust and how it responds to earthquakes in an ocean setting. He received a large grant, high-tech sensors, and research vessels from the National Science Foundation (NSF). He hired other researchers and made a plan to put millions of dollars’ worth of infrastructure into the ocean floor to detect earthquakes and changes in the Earth’s crust. It was all ready to go.
But the NSF recently put a stop to the project. “We can’t put infrastructure in the ocean floor if we don’t know if we’ll have the money to get it back out in two years,” they said.
Some research dealing with women, LGBTQ+ issues, and climate change, among other topics, has also been gutted per the Trump administration’s wide interpretation of “DEIrelated” content.
“We are the foot soldiers of scientific enterprise for this country,” Valentine stated. “The proposals coming now from the executive branch would create an absolute gutting of the ability to do all forms of science in this country.” n
UCSB Professor David Valentine
Proscenium: Elliott Hundley
The Santa Barbara Museum of Art presents Proscenium: Elliott Hundley, a bold mid-career exhibition featuring the artist’s vibrant, layered works, alongside a striking new installation in Ludington Court. In By Achilles’ Tomb, Hundley playfully disrupts and rethinks the display of SBMA’s GrecoRoman antiquities, creating a surprising dialogue between ancient and contemporary art. This imaginative intervention invites visitors to see the past through a provocative new lens.
EVENTS
THURSDAY, MAY 1
Join us in the galleries on First Thursday!
Free Art Activities in the Art Learning Lab Families, 5 – 7pm
TRES SOULS
MAY 3 AND 4, 12 – 4pm. All ages welcome.
1130 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA Tuesday–Sunday 11 am–5 pm 1st Thursdays 11 am–8 pm sbma.net
As always, find the complete listings online at independent.com/events. Submit virtual and in-person events at independent.com/eventsubmit
THURSDAY 5/1
5/1: S.B. Channelkeeper’s 22nd Annual Student Art Show and Reception: In Celebration of the S.B. Channel Take in artwork by high school students from Carpinteria to Lompoc that honors the beauty and biodiversity of the Channel, with an awards ceremony. 5pm. Jodi House Gallery, 625 Chapala St. Free. Email info@sbck.org. sbck.org/student-art-show
5/1: FamilyTools+ In-Person and Virtual Workshop Parents and caregivers of youth ages 5-18, with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Tourette’s, and uniquely wired brains are invited to address the day-to-day challenges and learn tools, how to prioritize self-care, and about building relationships with teachers and schools. Noon. SBCC Wake Center, 300 N. Turnpike Rd. Free. Call (805) 770-1930x103 or email groups@youthwell.org youthwell.org/groups
5/1-5/4: Illuminate Film Festival 2025 Join for workshops, panels, receptions, meditations, and film screenings that elevate human consciousness and inspire lasting personal, social, and planetary transformation through film and media. Visit the website for the schedule. Various locations. Prices vary. Email illuminatefilmfestival.com. illuminatefilmfestival.com
5/1: Yoga Bilingüe: Movimiento y Bienestar Únete a SBPL y Pink Means Go Wellness para una sesión especial de yoga y atención plena, en español, en honor del Mes de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental. No se necesita experiencia previa. Join SBPL and Pink Means Go Wellness for a special yoga and mindfulness session, in Spanish, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. No prior experience is needed. 9:30am Eastside Library, 1102 E. Montecito St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653 or email librarypr@santabarbaraca.gov tinyurl.com/YogaBilingue-May8
5/1-5/3: S.B. High School Theater Department Presents Hadestown: Teen Edition Follow a modern twist of the intertwined classic Greek mythological tales of Orpheus and Eurydice and King Hades and Queen Persephone with concepts of love, strength, climate change, doubt, corruption with power, and resilience at the heart of the story and songs. 7pm. S.B. High School Theatre, 700 E. Anapamu St. $20. Call (805) 9669101 or email sbhstheatreboxoffice@gmail.com tinyurl.com/Hadestown-SBHS
FRIDAY 5/2
FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE
THURSDAY
Carpinteria: 800 block of Linden Ave., 3-6:30pm
FRIDAY
Montecito: 1100 and 1200 blocks of Coast Village Rd., 8-11:15am
SATURDAY
Downtown S.B.: Corner of State and Carillo sts., 8am-1pm
SUNDAY
Goleta: Camino Real Marketplace, 10am-2pm
TUESDAY
Old Town S.B.: 500-600 blocks of State St., 3-6:30pm
WEDNESDAY
Solvang: Copenhagen Dr. and 1st St., 2:30-6:30pm
(805) 962-5354 sbfarmersmarket.org
FISHERMAN’S MARKET
SATURDAY
Rain or shine, meet local fishermen on the Harbor’s commercial pier, and buy fresh fish (filleted or whole), live crab, abalone, sea urchins, and more. 117 Harbor Wy., 6-11am. Call (805) 259-7476. cfsb.info/sat
5/2: An Evening of Poetry with Robin Walter Join for conversation and community for Robin Walter’s debut collection of poems, Little Mercy. Register online. 6:30pm. Loud Flower Art Co., 506 E. Haley St. Free tinyurl.com/Little-Mercy
5/2: “Guess Who’s in Town” Poetry Reading Series with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer and James Crews Join and celebrate two award-winning poets – Colorado-based poet Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer and Vermont-based poet James Crews – for readings in the Fireplace Room. 6-7:30pm. S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653. tinyurl.com/PoetryReading-May2
5/2: The S.B. Astronomical Unit (SBAU) Presents:
Ultra-Faint Dwarfs: Galaxies in Evolution
Dr. Rodriguez Wimberly, Assistant Professor at Cal State University, San Bernardino, in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, will talk about the latest breakthroughs of ultra-faint dwarf galaxies (UFDs), ancient relics from the early universe that offer a unique window into the first generations of stars and the nature of dark matter. 7:30pm. Farrand Auditorium, S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. Free. Call (805) 682-4711 x164. sbnature.org/calendar
5/2, 5/4: Opera S.B. Presents: The Daughter of the Regiment See the romantic comedy by Gaetano Donizetti about a girl raised on the battlefield by a rowdy French Regiment and falls in love with an enemy peasant boy, in the ultimate bel canto romantic comedy. Fri.: 7:30pm; Sun.: 2:30pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. $69-$199. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org
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Shows on Tap S Shows on Tap
5/1-5/2, 5/4, 5/6-5/7:
SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Thu.: Laguna Blanca School Band Spring Showcase, 7pm. $15. Fri.: John Cruz, 8pm. $30-$35. Tue.: S.B. Acoustic Presents: Tony McManus, 7:30pm. $25-$30. Ages 21+. Tue.: The Martin Sexton Abbey Road Show, 8pm. $40-$45. Wed.: Line Dance Night with DJ Rick, 7pm. $15. Ages 18+. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com
5/1-5/4: Lost Chord Guitars Thu.: Jamie Drake. Free Fri.: Jacob Cole. Free Sat.: John Cruz. $30. Sun.: Kareeta. $10. 7pm. 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363. lostchordguitars.com
5/1: Elings Park Kiwanis Music Nites Kaleo Na’ea, 5:30-7:30pm. Free Singleton Pavilion, Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Rd. Email josh.kane@edwardjones.com kiwanissb.org/page/kiwanismusic-nites
5/2: Carr Winery The Rhythm Industrial Complex, 7-9pm. 414 N. Salsipuedes St. Free. Ages 21+. Call (805) 965-7985 or email info@carrwinery.com. carrwinery.com/event
5/2, 5/7: Eos Lounge Fri.: Kettama, 9pm. $12.36. Wed.: Bass Therapy with Cam Steen, 8pm. Free. 500 Anacapa St. Ages 21+. Call (805) 564-2410. eoslounge.com
5/4: The Tully TikiBomb: May the Fourth Be with You, 7-11pm. Free. 1431 San Andres St. (805) 770-7724. tinyurl.com/Tiki-Bomb
5/5: The Red Piano Church on Monday: Morganfield Burnett, 7:30pm. $5. 519 State St. Call (805) 358-1439. theredpiano.com
5/2-5/4: S.B. Fair & Expo Presents: ‘80s Flashback Fairgoers will be transported back to the ‘80s for two weekends of more than 30 carnival rides (including kiddie rides), carnival games, farm animals, artisan exhibits, live music, and entertainment with free offsite parking and transportation to the fair. Fast pass is an additional $10. Fri.: 4pm-10pm (carnival: midnight); Sat.: 11am-10pm (Carnival: midnight); Sun.: 11am-9pm (Carnival: 10pm). Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Earlybird: Ages 5 and under: free; GA: $8-$13.50; wristband: $38.50. Call (805) 687-0766. earlwarren.com
5/3: The Blessing of the Bicycles and Blessings Ride Riders of all ages, races, genders, and religions are invited to learn bike safety tips, how to register and lock your bike, and bike maintenance with a spiritual blessing for participant bikes followed by a five-mile ride around downtown S.B. and ending at Bici Centro for a party (434 Olive St.). Blessing: noon-12:30pm; ride: 12:30-1:30pm; party: 1:30-4:30pm. 917 State St. Free. Email wholesomeheartproductions@gmail.com cyclemaynia.org/event/blessingofbikes
5/3: Ojai World Dance Festival From Bollywood and Flamenco to Irish and West African drumming and dance, see a showcase of multicultural dance and world music during the day at Libbey Park and an evening production at Libbey Bowl. Day program: 10am-5pm; evening production: 7:30-9pm. Libbey Park/ Bowl, 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. Day: free; evening: $15-$35. Call (805) 836-0622. danceojai.org/ojaidancefestival
5/3: S.B. Tenant’s Union Assembly/ Asamblea del Sindicato de Inquilinos de S.B. If you are currently facing housing issues, looking to get informed, or ready to get involved in the fight to make Santa Barbara livable for renters, join for breakfast and lunch, tenant panels on housing justice, and community. Childcare and translation will be available. Si actualmente se enfrentan a problemas de vivienda, en busca de informarse, o listo para participar en la lucha para hacer de Santa Bárbara habitable para los inquilinos, se unen para el desayuno y el almuerzo, los paneles de inquilinos sobre la justicia de vivienda, y la comunidad. Habrá servicio de guardería y traducción. 9:30am-4pm. La Casa de la Raza, 601 E. Montecito St. Free. Email sbtenantsunion@gmail.com. sbtu.org
5/3: Blind Fitness Beach Walk & Run People who are blind or have low vision, their family, friends, and community members are invited to join for the meet and greet, then walk, run, or stroll towards Stearns Wharf followed by post-workout snacks and community. RSVP online. East Beach, 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd. $10 suggested donation. Email tania@blindfitness.org blindfitness.org/calendar
5/3: San Marcos Parent Child Workshop (SMPCW) Presents: Spring Music Festival Come for food, wine, beer, baked goods, and snow cones for purchase, goat feeding, tractor rides, a bounce slide, a S.B. Trapeze Parkour course, live music and performances, face painting, a craft table, and more with a silent auction with proceeds to benefit the SMPCW. 11am-4pm. Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta. GA: free$20; VIP: $20-$35. Call (805)964-8994. smpcw.org/festival
5/3: S.B. Music Club Free Concert Enjoy a program of classical music by Bach, Francis Poulenc, and Madeleine Dring for flute, oboe, and piano performed by pianist Robert Else, flautist Jane Hahn, oboist Pam Johnston, and pianist Eric Valinsky. 3pm. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 4575 Auhay Dr. Free Call (805) 964-3211. SBMusicClub.org
5/3:Chumash Earth Day 2025
The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ Environmental Department invites you to enjoy this zero-waste event that will feature family fun activities, educational booths, face painting, arts and crafts, a raffle, local food trucks (food for purchase), and an appearance from Smokey Bear. Bring gently used clothing items for a clothing swap. The first 200 people will receive a swag bag. 10am-2pm. Kitiyepumu’ Park, 100 Via Juana Rd., Santa Ynez. Free. Email syeco@chumash.gov syceo.org
5/3: The Ig Nobel Prize and other Improbable Research Host and creator of the Ig Nobel Prize (a parody of the Nobel Prize), recognizing research that is “first makes people laugh, then makes them think,” Marc Abrahams will highlight the funniest of this prize and reflect on a career that honors scientific achievement through humor. Please RSVP. 1pm. Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Free. Call: (805) 962-7653. lospadresacs.org
5/3: Roar and Pour Enjoy tastes from 40+ area wineries and other beverage purveyors, food for purchase from food trucks, music, train rides, giraffe feedings, and exclusive access to zoo grounds after hours. VIP hour: 4-5pm; GA: 5-8pm. S.B. Zoo, 500 Niños Dr. $95-$130. Ages 21+. Call (805) 962-5339. sbzoo.org/roar-and-pour
SUNDAY 5/4
5/4: Sunday Polo in Paradise: Pope Challenge Experience the pulse-pounding excitement of polo firsthand and up close from the historic grandstands of the original Polo Clubhouse! 3-5pm. S.B. Polo & Racquet Club, 3300 Via Real, Carpinteria. $35. Call (805) 684-6683 or email tickets@sbpolo.com sbpolo.ticketsauce.com
5/4: Mujeres Makers Market fourth Anniversary Shop this vibrant pop-up market featuring 60+ women of color vendors. 10am-4pm. El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park, 123 E. Canon Perdido St. Free. Email info@MujeresMakersMarket.com mujeresmakersmarket.com/events
5/4: Astro Fest The S.B. Museum of Natural History’s Astronomy Programs staff, the S.B. Astronomical Unit and the Central Coast’s Girl Scout Astronomy Club invite you for science demonstrations by UCSB Physics Circus, constellation crafts, and to safely observe the Sun through solar telescopes at Palmer Observatory. 10am. S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. Free$19. Email ijadekomasa@sbnature2.org sbnature.org/calendar
5/4: Cinco De Mayo Tex-Mex Brunch Pop-Up Grab a drink from the Michelada and Bloody Mary/Maria cart and choose from chilaquiles, barbacoa street tacos, pozole rojo, and more from Chef John’s à la carte menu (for purchase) inspired by his Texas culinary adventures. 11am-2pm. Kimpton Canary and Finch & Fork, 31 W. Carrillo St. Free. Call (805) 879-9100. finchandforkrestaurant.com
5/4: CARE4Paws’ Happy Tails & Celebration Fundraiser 2025 Enjoy music, a vegetarian/vegan dinner by Whiskey ‘N Rye, wine, a curated live and silent auction, and more to continue to provide a range of critical pet wellness services to the community. 4-7:30pm. Cabrillo Arts Pavillion, 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd. $150. Call (805) 897-1983. care4paws.org
5/4: S.B. Treble Clef Chorus: Sing Out for Spring! Celebrate spring at this free community concert followed by refreshments. 4pm. Bethany Congregational Church, 556 N. Hope Ave. Free-donations accepted. Call (614) 205-5474. tinyurl.com/TrebleClef-May4
MONDAY 5/5
May 1-7
5/5: Film Screening and Conversation: A Life Among Elephants See 2024’s compelling award-winning documentary that chronicles the remarkable journey of elephant scientist Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton, whose groundbreaking research and conservation have continued since 1965, followed by a conversation with Save the Elephants CEO Frank Pope, Saba DouglasHamilton, and David Daballen. 7pm. Lobero Theater, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. GA: free-$20; premium: $50. Call (805) 963-0761. lobero.org/events
TUESDAY 5/6
5/5: Smart Senior Living Seminars: Fun Activities & Volunteer Opportunities Learn about various organizations in S.B. and Goleta to join or volunteer at, such as ASAP Cats, Cottage Hospital, Friendship Center, S.B. Parks & Recreation, and more. Enjoy coffee and dessert and a raffle from J.Jill and Bristol Farms. 10-11:30am. Grace Fisher Foundation Clubhouse, La Cumbre Plaza, 121 S. Hope Ave. Free. Call (805) 637-8932. yoursbteam.com/events
5/6: UCSB Arts & Lectures Presents Marina Abramović in Conversation with Pico Iyer British-born essayist and novelist Pico Iyer will be in discussion with renowned conceptual artist Marina Abramović, whose cutting-edge work has explored the relationship between the performer and audience since the 1970s. 7:30pm. Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St. UCSB students: $20, GA: $48.50-$68.50. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu
5/6-5/7: The American Theatre Guild Presents Broadway in S.B.: The Addams Family, a Musical Comedy The magnificently morbid Addams family is put to the test when outsiders come to dinner with Wednesday’s love interest, hurling them into a night that will bring the ancestors who haunt them back into their world in this 2010 Broadway musical. 7:30pm. The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. $55-$95. Call (805) 899-2222. ticketing.granadasb.org/events
5/6: CWC Docs: Sisters with Transistors See a screening of this 2020 documentary, narrated by Laurie Anderson, about the remarkable untold story of the pioneering women who shaped electronic music, crafting the sounds and technologies that define the genre today. A post-screening discussion with musician/documentary subject Suzanne Ciani will follow. 7-9:30pm. Pollock Theater, UCSB. (805) 893-4637. carseywolf.ucsb.edu
WEDNESDAY 5/7
5/7: The S.B. Independent and The Cheese Shop Present Cheese the Day! Experience classic wine and cheese pairings that have stood the test of time with the S.B. Independent’s renowned wine and food journalist Matt Kettmann on hand to moderate. Also join for cutting-edge vanguard pairings on Wednesday, May 14. 6-8pm. The Kimpton Canary Hotel Rooftop, 31 W. Carrillo St. GA: $99. Ages 21+. Call (805) 965-5205. tinyurl.com/CheeseTheDay-May7
“I am so grateful for the excellent, attentive care Remy received at Cottage. Everyone – nurses, doctors and therapists –was amazing!” – Lisa, Remy’s mother
Remy | Santa Barbara
Earlier this year, 16-month-old Remy began having trouble breathing and was rushed to the emergency department at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, where he was diagnosed with RSV and hospitalized. He received treatment and care that included respiratory therapy and oxygen. Day by day, Remy began feeling better.
He was able to return home after a five-day stay at Cottage Children’s Medical Center, and soon bounced back to his active toddler life of running, playing and enjoying his picture books, which included a favorite that he received from the Cottage Child Life team.
In 2024, nearly 2,000 babies were born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. From the Birth Center, to the Mother Infant Unit, to Cottage Children’s Medical Center and Grotenhuis Pediatric Specialty Clinics, our staff is honored to offer care and compassion to children in all stages of their lives. Learn more at cottagehealth.org/childrens
SANTA BARBARA COTTAGE HOSPITAL BABIES
Carpinteria
Kora James Soria, 3/23/2025
Goleta
Mario Azarias Flores, 2/3/2025
Aliyah Rose McNamara, 2/24/2025
Anna Mangaser Savage, 3/24/2025
Kyle Chang Chin, 3/28/2025
Lompoc
Micah Uzziah Sanders, 1/17/2025
Ariel Rivera, 2/1/2025
Lorenzo Luis Naputi, 2/25/2025
Isabella Pollock, 3/20/2025
Emilia Ann Avigliano, 3/28/2025
Keira Maria Anderson, 4/4/2025
Newbury Park
Karter Rae Hopkins, 2/25/2025
Santa Barbara
Remington Pyles, 1/26/2025
Giovanni Angel Valladares Cuellar, 2/6/2025
Heidi June Anderson, 2/8/2025
Ehkum Kaur Bains, 2/8/2025
Edgar Lopez Jr., 2/8/2025
Charlotte Colette Bartsch, 2/12/2025
Calvin Wildfang Wojdak, 2/17/2025
Lincoln David Flattery, 2/18/2025
Elias Ruben Alvarado, 2/20/2025
Liam Garcia-Velasco, 2/20/2025
Nayeli Garcia Palma, 2/22/2025
Mia Ortiz, 2/22/2025
Asher Weston Fouch Thompson, 2/24/2025
Lillian Piper Davenport, 3/12/2025
William Camarillo Lopez, 3/12/2025
Denise Monroy, 3/14/2025
Liam Tadeo Sanabria Ramos, 3/14/2025
Willem Win Leong, 3/17/2025
Beverly Isleah Magana, 3/17/2025
Liam Thomas Walker, 3/17/2025
Magnus Alden Brown, 3/18/2025
Jackson David Alexander, 3/21/2025
Logan Walter Grabis, 3/22/2025
Kaliyah Amor Romero, 3/23/2025
Santa Paula
Emile Tower, 3/26/2025
Santa Ynez
Ella Jay Grossini, 3/28/2025
Solvang
Logan Jack MacLeod Zuchelli, 3/18/2025
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WEDNESDAY 5/7
5/7: UCSB Arts & Lectures Presents Dr. Laurie Santos: Thriving Through Crisis: How to Foster Happiness When the World Feels Overwhelming Psychologist, expert on human cognition, host of the The Happiness Lab podcast, and Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos will discuss the tools that science provides for managing stress and building a life of happiness. 7:30pm. Campbell Hall, UCSB. UCSB students: free; GA: $20. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu
5/7: State Street Job Fair Meet employers from a variety of organizations and industries who are seeking hardworking and enthusiastic employees where registered participants will have access to an employer participation list. Food and drinks will be provided on a first-come basis. 3-5pm. 700-800 blocks (between Ortega and Canon Perdido sts.) of State St. Free. Call (805) 962-7653. tinyurl.com/JobFair-May7
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5/7: The S.B. Audubon Society and the S.B. Museum of Natural HIstory Present: Owl: A Year in the Lives of North American Owls Awardwinning photographer Paul Bannick will use his intimate yet dramatic images to illustrate four different nesting owl species as well as photos and videos of the 15 other species of North American owls. 7pm, Fleischmann Auditorium, S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. $5. Call (805) 964-1468. sbnature.org/visit/calendar
Explore Art
5/1: The 1st Thursday Art Walk Participating galleries and venues will feature art openings, live music, artists’ receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. 5-8pm. Various locations. Free. Call (805) 962-2098. tinyurl.com/May1-ArtWalk tinyurl.com/1stThursday-Map
5/1-5/7: Gallery Los Olivos Presents: Out and About This exhibit showcases paintings by Terri Taber, Carol Talley, and Morgan Green in pastel and oil and local landscapes from throughout the Central Coast and California. The exhibit shows through May 31. 10am-5pm. Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. Free. Call (805) 688-7517. gallerylosolivos.com/events
5/2: Slingshot Presents: A Showcase of Works Made at Slingshot Alpha Art Studio Alongside ceramics in a variety of hand-building techniques from six artists, see a selection of drawings and paintings that show the broader scope of the artist’s practice and how their interests are translated across different media. The studio supports artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). 4-6pm. Maker House, 1351 Holiday Hill Rd. Free. Email slingshotart@alphasb.org. tinyurl.com/Slingshot-Showcase
5/2: Meet the Artists Behind Brush and Beyond: An Examination of the Human Condition Hear from S.B. artists Paulo Lima and Nagham Naim, and curator John Hood, who will discuss the diverse media used to explore complex topics relevant in our world today. The exhibition will go through May 9. 5pm, Arts Fund Community Gallery, 120 S. Hope Ave., Ste. F119. Free. Call (805) 900-7005. artsfundsb.org
5/1: S.B. Historical Museum Opening Reception: Don Louis Perceval: His Vision of the West See works by Don Louis Perceval (1908-1979), who was born in Woodford, Essex, England; was raised in L.A.; and spent his final days in S.B. after traveling throughout the Southwest and documenting its Hopi and Navajo peoples through sketching and painting. The exhibition shows through August 17. 5-8pm. S.B. Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St. Free. Email reception@sbhistorical.org. sbhistorical.org/events
“Afternoon Walk” by Carrie Givens
5/1: The Oak Group Presents Opening Reception: Colors of the Spirit Meet the artists whose paintings of the Carpinteria coastline continue a 39-year tradition of promoting the preservation of open spaces through artwork. The exhibit will show through May 30. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Citizens for the Carpinteria Bluffs. 4:30-6:30pm. Faulkner Gallery, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Email rob@pleinairart.net. oakgroup.org/events
PAUL BANNICK
COURTESY
SOULFUL, SAVORY PAIRINGS
Left: Efrens Mexican Food by Patricia Houghton Clarke; right: MacBeth’s Lunch Bar by Brett Leigh Dicks
On the face of it, the current exhibition at the Architectural Foundation Gallery, dubbed Fare Trade, is a savory pairing of two accomplished and sensitive photographers riffing on humble, specific foodie subcultures. Some amount of appetite-whetting is involved in the art appreciation here, between the symbiotically linked series of imagery of Patricia Houghton Clarke’s Southern Californian taquerias and Brett Leigh Dicks’s Western Australian “lunch bars.”
But there’s much more to the pictorial story. For one, Dicks and Clarke have been longtime friends and allies in the cause of fine art photography, and the show literally creates an intimate dialogue between their sympathetic visual reports. From another angle, their series celebrates anti-elite epicurean outlets for the everyperson, engendering a relatively classless sense of community and access. Many strains of visual and cultural interest naturally combine in this intriguing, left-of-typical show.
Australian-raised Dicks lived in Santa Barbara for some 20 years, working as a photographer and journalist, before relocating to Western Australia with his wife, musician-poet Natalie D-Napoleon, and son, Samuel, several years ago. Dicks, whose photography has graced The New York Times, CNN, and many exhibitions
across Australia and America, has shown a keen and discerning eye, whether essaying on the subject of bleak atomic age sites or kitsch-loving roadside culture.
His sharp, witty images of diners, motels, and other byways of Americana (and Australiana) are reminiscent of another Santa Barbaran art photographer made good in the art world, the now New York–based Jeff Brouws.
Clarke is a multilingual world traveler and ambitious, widely shown photographer and gallerist, in her Carpinteria studio/gallery space whose work often engages social commentaries and causes. Here, though, she stays very close to home, having spent three decades living on Santa Barbara’s Eastside, developing a homegrown love for and fascination with the culture of taquerias. In this show, she focuses mostly on establishments in Santa Barbara County and elsewhere in the Mexican food bonanza that is the Golden State.
And where better to begin than with the legendary prize among local taquerias, the queenly La Super-Rica? Placed strategically by the gallery’s front door, Clarke’s depiction of the venerable spot assumes a vantage from across Milpas Street, taking in not only the signature turquoise-andwhite structure with its zigzag roof, but the looming tree that seems to protect the
Beneath this image, Dicks shows the Mira Lunch Bar in Wangara, Australia, a burst of yellow next to a palm tree and under a radiant blue sky.
Throughout the exhibition’s design, elements of commonality of composition, color coding, signage and more provide natural links between images, set in side-by-side or vertically aligned pairings. A duality emerges, for instance, in the mix of Clarke’s image of Oceano’s La Tapatia and Dicks’s Kelvin Road Lunch Bar, in terms of compositional blocking and an abundance of asphalt in the visual mix.
Orange-ish hues connect Efren’s taqueria, also in Oceano, and MacBeth’s Deli & Lunch Bar in Spearwood, Australia (some of the Australian township names are tasty in themselves). A light-blue palette prevails in the matchup of Clarke’s shot of Ojai’s La Flores Michoacan and Dicks’s Le’s Café & Lunch Bar, in Bayswater.
Clarke was in Gonzales, California, and captured El Sandillon, a natural gallery mate for Dicks’s image of Marge’s Lunch Bar, linked by their wide, slope-roofed buildings. Marge appears, in all her kitschy glory, as a buxom, pie-toting lunch bar goddess in cartoony form on the roof.
Fare Trade is equipped with a fitting and multi-meaningful title, touching on the equitable and sustainable food culture it celebrates, as well as conveying the organic aligning of these two eyes-wideopen photographers. Clarke and Dicks are picturing the world, and minutiae within it, with thoughtful project-minded overviews, wit and subsurface wisdom intact.
BONNIE
& CLYDE COMES TO THE RUBICON THEATRE
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A new concept for Ivan Menchell, Don Black, and Frank Wildhorn’s Bonnie & Clyde musical comes to the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura, headed by director J. Scott Lapp. Lapp has a long history with the show, from assistant director at the La Jolla production in 2009 through the Broadway run in 2011.
This production of Bonnie & Clyde is revamped from the Broadway show, condensed into a smaller, chambersized musical. The cast is cut down to 10 people, with the ensemble members playing multiple parts. “You lose all the bells and whistles of a big Broadway production, and it puts the focus on the story and these kids and their relationships,” says Lapp. “It’s an intimate look at Bonnie and Clyde.”
The musical follows the titular outlaw couple through their crime spree in Depression-era Texas but, says Lapp, these characters “aren’t just killers.” While Bonnie & Clyde tells the story of outlaw lovers, it’s also the story of brash kids with precious few options, says Lapp, who points out that Bonnie and Clyde were only 18 and 20 years old when they met. “Bonnie is a dreamer; she wants to be famous. Clyde is just trying to get out,” he says. “His family is in West Dallas in the dust bowl in the 1930…. Clyde had bigger dreams than that, too, and when the two of them finally found each other, it became the perfect storm of a relationship.”
With a jazzy soundtrack behind this rebellious love story, Bonnie & Clyde is a gun-slinging adventure story of kids seeking fame and fortune against a bleak backdrop of economic desolation. “The show really is about crime and passion and sex and rock ’n’ roll,” says Lapp, “and this production is going to highlight that.” —Maggie Yates
See the show at the Rubicon Theatre (1006 E. Main St., Ventura) May 3-18. See rubicontheatre.org.
taco sanctuary.
—Josef Woodard
Fare Trade is on view at the Architectural Foundation Gallery (229 E. Victoria St.) in Santa Barbara through May 17. The gallery is open Saturdays from 1-5 p.m. and by appointment. See afsb.org.
Left: La Super-Rica Taqueria by Patricia Houghton Clarke; right: Mira Lunch Bar by Brett Leigh Dicks
Ellie Smith
Russell Muzyczka star as Bonnie and Clyde
Dr. Laurie Santos
Thriving Through Crisis: How to Foster Happiness When the World Feels Overwhelming
Wed, May 7 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall
A psychologist and an expert on human cognition, Yale professor Dr. Laurie Santos discusses the tools that science provides for managing stress and building a life of happiness, even when crisis looms large.
Jason De León
Uncovering the Stories at the U.S.-Mexico Border
Thu, May 15 / 7:30 PM / UCSB Campbell Hall
FREE copies of De León’s new book, Soldiers and Kings, will be available while supplies last (pick up at event, one per household)
An internationally recognized anthropologist and the National Book Awardwinning author of Soldiers and Kings, Jason De León examines the human cost and potential solutions to the crisis of global border enforcement.
THE OAK GROUP PRESENTS
COLORS OF THE SPIRIT SHOW AT FAULKNER GALLERY
LARGE AMOUNT OF PROCEEDS GOES TO AID CARPINTERIA BLUFFS
Interested in supporting art that captures the land it aims to conserve? Look no further the Oak Group is presenting their art exhibit titled Colors of the Spirit at the Faulkner Gallery for the month of May, showcasing the Santa Barbara landscape at the Santa Barbara Public Library. The Oak Group artist members have worked since 1986 to preserve local land for wildlife, recreation, farming, and ranching by creating pieces of visual record to raise funds for conservancy. This year’s show aims to benefit Citizens for the Carpinteria Bluffs, a homegrown nonprofit that aims to protect and preserve its local natural resources, especially the beloved bluffs parcel that has been under threat of development for many years. Marking 39 years of promoting preservation of nature and shared spaces, the Oak Group aims to contribute to the protection of Carpinteria’s Bluffs as an open space for years to come. In the mission of conservation, this exhibit’s fundraising is in response to an out-of-town developer’s proposal to build a luxury resort property on 27 acres of the privately owned land next to the nature preserve. The proposed project has sparked a firm opposition from the public because this would infringe on not only the Nature Preserve, but also the beautiful seal rookery and quality of life for this community. To aid this mission, 45 percent of the art show’s proceeds will go to conservation
WHERE WRITING ISN’T SO LONELY
LOWSTATE WRITING SALON OFFERS A SPACE WHERE WRITERS CAN GATHER, WRITE, AND BE HEARD
It was on one of their regular Mondaynight walks when cofounders of Lowstate Writing Salon, Patricia Fancher and Dan Troon-Sazani, began talking about the quiet isolation that often shadows the writing life.
and acquisition efforts that the Land Trust provides.
The Citizens for the Carpinteria Bluffs have partnered with the Land Trust since its founding in 1996. To date, they have successfully acquired 73 acres of the bluffs to protect and share with the public and they continue to fight for saving the coast.
Participating artists and Oak Group Members include: Meredith Brooks Abbott, Whitney Brooks Abbott, Marcia Burtt, Chris Chapman, Bill Dewey, Rick Drake, Michael Drury, Rick Garcia, Carrie Givens, Kevin Gleason, Whitney Brooks Hansen, Jeremy Harper, Kerri Hedden, Tom Henderson, Ray Hunter, John Iwerks, Larry Iwerks, Manny Lopez, Linda Mutti, Rob Robinson, Ann Sanders, Richard Schloss, Skip Smith, Thomas Van Stein, Arturo Tello, and John Wullbrandt. With guest artists also including: Karen McLean McGaw, Ben O’Hara, Sharon Schock, and Rebecca August.
—Ella Bailey
The precious coastline will be on display at the Santa Barbara Public Library’s Faulkner Gallery, located at 40 East Anapamu Street. The show will run from May 1 through May 30. Gallery hours are MondayThursday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Meet the artists at the opening reception at the Faulkner Gallery on May 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m. The show purchases can be made online at oakgroup.org, and donations can be made at carpinteriabluffs.org as well.
“Writing can be so lonely, and it can be so isolating,” Fancher told me over the phone. It’s true as a writer, I spend most of my designated writing time alone, finding it hard to focus with other people and distractions around me. It’s a feeling I know many writers can relate to. On top of this, when you finally do publish, it’s like releasing your work into the void people might read it, maybe even love it, but you’re not there to witness any of it. “And so, I just wanted to feel maybe a little less alone in the experience,” Fancher confided.
Both writers themselves, Fancher and Troon-Sazani understood the ache for connection, a space to not just put words on a page, but also to share the experience of writing with others. They imagined a judgment-free zone where creativity and community could coexist. And in October 2023, that vision became real with the launch of Lowstate Writing Salon.
They meet promptly on the second Monday of every month at Casa Agria, a brewery on Lower State Street, in the back of Kim’s Service Department. Everybody is welcome; you don’t have to be a writer to join. In other words, Fancher said, nobody is talking about their publications or their accolades. “Nothing we do has to do with the performance of being an artist; it has to do with the art.”
You just have to be willing to give it a try.
Every month brings a fresh prompt, dreamed up by someone new. When I attended on April 14, Felicity Landa shared her prompt, where she focused on “hidden
truths.” She told us to write a poem, scene, or story where we kept the core of the story true and changed the facts to be fiction. Or, we could keep the facts of the story but change what we believe was the heart of the story. You can follow the prompt or write about whatever you want. The more I wrote, the more I strayed away from the prompt. Instead of starting over, I just let my creativity fly. We got 20 minutes to write, then time to read our drafts and share them with the people around us if desired.
There are rules. No constructive criticism is allowed “only praise,” said Fancher. “Because somebody you know wrote something in a bar with no time to prepare and is now sharing it. And so, it’s not like they had time to revise and make it good.” Knowing that everyone was in the same boat was comforting, but also made me nervous. I’m used to having ample time to edit my work, and frankly, I would be mortified if my first draft were my published draft.
In her book Bird by Bird, author Anne Lamott refers to the first draft as “the child’s draft.” She provides comfort to the writer in knowing that your first draft is not your published one, but at Lowstate, it kind of is. Sure, you have a choice to read or not, but this kind of rough, unedited writing is encouraged — it might even be the start of a future published work.
Sitting at a table with just two other writers, I looked down at my “child’s draft,” took a deep breath, and read. —Tiana Molony
For more information about Lowstate’s meetups, see meetup.com/lowstate-writing-salon. Fancher is also leading a writing retreat in Greece this summer. For more information, see writingco-lab.com/retreats.
“Cypress at the Tarpits” by Rick Garcia
There’s space for all to write at the Lowstate Writing Salon.
FROM THE PEN OF OUR NEW POET LAUREATE
AN ODE TO SANTA BARBARA FROM ITS NEWLY ANOINTED SUPREME SCRIBE
Editor’s Note: As has become a tradition, when a new Poet Laureate is installed, they read a poem to the Santa Barbara City Council in honor of the occasion. Given that our newest Laureate has made the Santa Barbara Independent his “journalistic home” for the past 20 years (primarily in the Food & Drink arena), we jumped at the opportunity to share his new poem here.
Santa Barbara, a City Symphony
Some in town wake in the morning before morning, work for a day longer than a day, shipping out to the channel, nets trawling for ridgeback shrimp, so sweet when served peel n eat you’re obliged to suck their heads for the last mighty morsel.
Others up that early make the world we casually dirty clean again, with that hum of the buffers on schoolroom floors. And then the a.m. bakers attest to all the international powers of flour, and out of their ovens come crispy conchas, donuts to savor, not just devour for sugar, croissants that might make Parisians weep.
Mothers of all genders pack lunches their kids might end up trading but nothing dims parental hope. Teachers, too, in stately schools named to honor long dead presidents, take a last silent moment to summon the serenity of an ocean-blue sky.
In the miracle hill and dale expanse of Hope Ranch beauties on horses navigate paths first blazed by those who spoke Barbareño, while beaters crawl the twisty turns between gated estates, bringing gardeners, cleaners, carpenters, cooks to the mansions they burnish, brighten, provide heart that turns each house home.
At noon alongside the landmark Spanish Colonial Revival County Courthouse, a raucous caucus of car horns consecrate the cranky chants of citizens crowding street corners with signs expressing the fervent hope their country remains theirs.
To further consider the just consent of the governed, let’s say this day is a Tuesday, for such afternoons a wise city council each April recognizes the worth of the word, officially lauds the literary arts, for even if there ain’t no money in poetry, it still offers clarity as golden as California sunshine, as life-attesting as the UC’s motto Fiat lux.
Afternoon is a tribute to institutions the Library assists an immigrant with their rights, a docent at the Museum of Art encourages visitors to go ga-ga over Chagall, and in Mission Canyon an anxious tot presses the button making a fake, 90-year-old snake rattle.
Later, on State Street, taught the one good lesson by the pandemic to be pedestrian only, for cars are basically a mistake, those who bring us greatness from the ground and sea pitch their colorful canopies, tables laden with Little Gems, Puntarelle, Rutabaga, Lunar White Carrots, Scarlet Runner Beans, Murcotts, Pomelos, Zutanos, and Cherimoya its outside armor hiding a creamy surprise.
After work hikers gasp at the aptness of Inspiration Point, while sunset sideways silhouettes surfers conquering the fast and dumpy beach break of The Pit. On the cliff above that the locals insist will always be Wilcox, dogs dance ecstatic their owners came home from work.
We will let everyone have their own joy and privacy for supper. As for me I’m blessed in a westside Spanish charmer, a native garden for a yard, sitting amidst ceanothus, all spring cerulean and lightning, alongside a laureate love of my life. The scent of citrus blossoms always suggests oranges and limes for nightcap margaritas.
A landmark Norfolk pine sings its stately song in the evening breeze, which on remarkable evenings also offers the wistful hoot of owls. And then a scatter of stars, for the great ocean grants us true evening, every last drop of dark.
—George Yatchisin
George Yatchisin, Santa Barbara’s 11th Poet Laureate
SURFER STORIES
WHEN LIFE GETS ROUGH, KEEP PADDLING
One of surfing’s great joys is the eclectic characters that it attracts. That’s the premise of a new book edited by Claudia Lebenthal called Surfer Stories: 12 Untold Stories by 12 Writers About 12 of the World’s Greatest Surfers
“I love everything about the culture, the photography, the style, the surfers it’s just so rich in so many different ways,” said Lebenthal, a longtime photographer and creative director in a phone interview. “I’ve been obsessed.” In Surfer Stories, Lebenthal focuses on the people at the heart of surfing and finds life lessons in the ocean’s unpredictability and the search for balance riding waves requires.
The book’s chapters roughly follow the arc of surfing history, and the collection opens with an immersive account of waves forming and traveling across the ocean by Gerry Lopez. “Waves come from wind and can travel thousands of miles before getting to where that surfer is waiting,” he writes. “The surfer waits, trying to be exactly where he thinks that next wave will be.” A pioneer at Pipeline in the 1970s, Lopez describes the feeling of being caught out of position and held underwater. He readily connects the experience to life on land. “Surfing teaches us to go with the flow smoothly and to be in the moment spontaneously,” he writes. “When we find ourselves caught inside, the best thing we can do is to keep paddling.”
That theme reappears in a depiction of 11-time world champion Kelly Slater, who is best known for his ruthless competitive drive. But Shaun Tomson, himself a world champion, has a different perspective and highlights Slater’s creativity and his almost mystical connection with the ocean.
“Kelly is multi-dimensional,” said Tomson (another Santa Barbaran) in a phone interview. “Creativity, courage, commitment there’s just so many aspects to him.” In his piece “In the Moment,” Tomson describes how Slater followed a pod of dolphins during the closing minutes of a crucial contest heat. He found a perfect wave and won the heat. “People are looking into their phones and they’re not looking at where they are,” said Tomson. Tomson believes that Slater’s story shows us the importance of being present.
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One of the strengths of Surfer Stories comes from the connections between the writers and their subjects. “You don’t have to be a surfer to love these stories,” Lebenthal said. When she began contacting writers for the project, she found that they all had surfers they wanted to profile.
In a chapter called “A Heart Shining Through Darkness,” Karen Rinaldi writes about Rell Sunn, a stylish and influential Hawaiian. “Rinaldi went through breast cancer, and she wanted to write about Rell because Rell had breast cancer and advocated for women’s health,” said Lebenthal. “Rell became a beacon for her.”
The way surfing creates these human connections is a recurring theme of the book.
There are some fun surprises too, such as the conversation between two Santa Barbara locals, threetime world champion Tom Curren and Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett. They reminisce about cleaning tar off their feet after days at East Beach, underground skateboard spots, and learning to surf. “My memory of that period of Santa Barbara was like, everybody’s parents were shaggy-haired and smoking weed, and it just seemed like it was Fiesta or Summer Solstice all the time,” writes Shiflett of his childhood in the late 1970s. Their conversation also explores the tensions that arise when a creative pursuit such as music or surfing transforms into a profession and how they’ve each continued to find avenues for self-expression.
Unexpectedly for Lebenthal, Surfer Stories evolved into a book about diversity. In a moving story, Selema Masekela weaves together his father’s experiences as a jazz musician in the Apartheid era with the electric and stylish surfing of the Black South African Michael February. Born the year before Apartheid ended, February is a transformative figure to Masekela. “I can’t begin to imagine what my late-teenage life, my young adult life, the entirety of my surfing existence would have looked like if a Black Michael February had existed when I started surfing,” he writes.
Liza Monroy meanwhile narrates big-wave surfer Keala Kennelly’s experience as a gay surfer who has struggled to find acceptance. “Here’s the world of surfing,” said Lebenthal. “It’s gay, it’s straight, it’s white, and it’s Black. It’s all different kinds of people.”
The loosely connected structure of Surfer Stories makes it easy to dip in and enjoy. “If you like great stories, put it by your bedside,” said Lebenthal. “Whether you surf or not, these are great people stories. They’re entertaining.”
However the reader comes to the collection, Lebenthal believes it will resonate. While many of the life lessons on offer in the collection may feel familiar, Lebenthal suggests that there’s always new inspiration to find in them. “Life can get tough, and you have to keep paddling,” she said. “When you’re getting overwhelmed and deluged, just relax. Breathe and relax.” —Jen See
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Dad Diary
A Smashed Snake and Our First Real Talk About Death
At What Age Do Kids Understand Its Finality?
by Tyler Hayden
The other day, just after the rain, my 3-year-old and I were making our regular walk up the street to get the mail when he suddenly stopped and looked at the ground. There on the asphalt was a young gopher snake, crushed and bloody, its insides on the outside.
“What’s that?” he asked. Here we go, I thought. Our first real conversation about death.
I’d always imagined or hoped his first encounter with the other side of life would be a belly-up goldfish or a bird lying still in grass. Or even our 16-year-old cat. Something like that. But here it was, in an especially gory and disorienting form, staring us in the face.
I paused. I could have gone with the “Oh, it’s just sleeping” routine, but that wasn’t right. He knew better. I thought about describing heaven, or a soul, or something else beautiful and abstract. But as someone who’s still confused about such things, I couldn’t find the words.
So, I tried to be as concrete and honest as I could. It’s worked before.
“Well, that’s a snake, and it’s dead.”
“What’s dead?”
“It means…. It means its body doesn’t work anymore.”
“Why not?”
“Because it got hurt. I think a car squished it.”
“Did our car squish it?”
Today, psychologists gauge a child’s comprehension based on three main characteristics of death. The first is its “irreversibility.” Many 3-year-olds can’t grasp the idea that once something is dead, it can’t ever be alive again. There is no tomorrow. They hold out hope it can be brought back with food, medicine, or magic.
Most children start to get death’s finality by age 4. In one study, researchers found that only 10 percent of 3-year-olds understand irreversibility, compared with 58 percent of 4-year-olds.
The other two aspects are learned later on, usually between the ages of 5 and 7 “non-functionality,” the idea that a dead body can no longer do things that a living body can do; and “universality,” the concept that every living thing will one day die. Before universality sinks in, many kids believe there are some people who are protected from death, like teachers, parents, and themselves.
So, I guess it’s good we stopped where we did with the snake. We were getting out of his depth. And it’s inevitable we’ll run into the circle of life again, with all the questions that remain. So far, we’ve been spared the passing of any close family or friends, which is a whole other conversation.
NPR recently interviewed a hospice social worker named Rosemarie Truglio, who specializes in talking with children about death. She compared the gradual process of helping them understand it to how a kid eats an apple, mine included: “They take a bite, maybe two bites, then put it down,” Truglio explained. “That’s probably how they’re going to experience death as well. They’re gonna take a couple of bites. They’re gonna go on with their lives. And then they’re going to come back, and they’re going to take a couple more bites.”
“No, no, not our car.” (I actually wasn’t sure of that, but I decided to save guilt for another day.)
“But why doesn’t his body work anymore?”
Truglio is also a senior vice president of curriculum at the Sesame Workshop. Back in 1983, Sesame Street aired what would become one of the show’s most famous episodes, “Goodbye Mr. Hooper.” It was broadcast on Thanksgiving Day, when PBS executives knew grown-ups would be home watching with their kids.
“Because when something that’s alive gets really old or really hurt, it stops moving. It gets really still…. It’s kinda sad.”
I could see his wheels turning. Mine were too. He looked up.
“The snake is sad?” (I stepped right into that one.)
“No, he’s not sad. I mean it’s sad he’s not alive anymore.”
“Oh…. maybe he’ll be happy tomorrow.”
Oof. I wanted to keep being truthful but could tell we were reaching the limits of his understanding. This is someone who’s still learning how to put on his shoes.
“Um, yeah … maybe.”
We kept walking. Both of us were silent. I assumed he was still deep in thought, chewing on the concepts of existence and mortality. Five seconds later, we were on the subjects of rainbow popsicles and monster trucks.
Later in bed, I wondered if I’d blown it. Should I have tried to explain that the snake didn’t feel anything anymore? Should I have said something about how death means forever?
As a parent, I have a bad habit of Googling information and advice after the moment has passed. Turns out, this time, I mostly did okay.
Psychologists have been studying children’s ideas about death since the 1930s. The first research was published in 1934, when doctors interviewed boys at the Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital and recorded their responses after a doll was dropped on the ground.
The show’s writers were responding to the real-life death of Will Lee, the elderly actor who played Mr. Hooper and ran the corner store. They could have written his character a happy ending, but they decided to confront the truth head-on. The episode was considered a landmark in children’s television programming and won a Peabody Award.
“Mr. Hooper’s not coming back,” one of the adult cast members, Susan, tells Big Bird. All of the show’s adults are there, gathered in a semicircle.
“Why not?” Big Bird asks.
“Big Bird, when people die, they don’t come back,” Susan tells him.
“Ever?”
“No. Never.”
“Well,” Big Bird says, his voice rising with fear and concern, “why not?”
The show then provides the gold standard for how to talk with young children about death. It’s authentic and touching, with the grown-ups shooting each other looks and struggling at times to choose the right words. Some of them cry. They speak slowly, avoid euphemisms, and acknowledge the sadness of the moment while offering collective comfort.
At the end of the episode, Big Bird is sitting quietly in his oversized nest when he’s visited by the adults, who introduce him to a new baby on the street. Big Bird is thrilled, fawns over the little one, then drops a famously hopeful last line:
“Gee, you know what the nice thing is about new babies?” he asks. “One day they’re not here, and the next day, here they are!”
Step Up
Dancing in the (State) Street
The beauty of longer days and warmer nights allows locals and visitors alike to celebrate that cool ocean breeze and pristine starry sky so renowned in Santa Barbara and State Street is one of those perfect places to do that. And with the summer months ahead, the city welcomes the return of the annual dance series hosted on closed blocks of State Street. From country to swing, the free Wednesday dance classes and open dance invites everyone to kick up their boots and have a good time.
their parents and even grandparents. There are no limits; it is for all that want to dance.”
Organized by the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association, the dance series is one of many free services the former Downtown Santa Barbara organization plans to continue to fund as they grow into their new nonprofit status. In addition to offering free community events like 1st Thursday Art Walk and downtown art activations, the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association also partners with local businesses to promote the district.
Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association Kicks Off Summer with Free Wednesday Night Dancing Series
by Meaghan Clark Tiernan
In the month of April, more than 200 people showed up every Wednesday for the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association’s dancing series. “It’s so nice to dance outside,” says Christy Grant of Kickin’ Country S.B., who led free linedancing lessons for the past five weeks. “I miss that from COVID. We had to dance outside.”
What started just a few years ago with a sprinkling of residents in their cowboy boots blossomed into an annual affair; the last few line-dancing classes, held every Wednesday in April at the 700 block of State Street from 6-8 p.m., welcomed a whole host of new friends alongside familiar faces. “I love that the community is all ages [and] all different types of people,” Grant says.
Everyone from beginners to experts are welcome. Grant teaches a new dance each week for the first hour, before open dance begins. “One of the great things about State Street is that all ages are participating,” she continues. “Kids are dancing alongside
“We want to be able to explore different opportunities, experiment with what works, and highlight different organizations,” Robin Elander, Executive Director of the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association, says. “It really is a wonderful way to get people to enjoy downtown and support local businesses in the surrounding area.”
In May, Sizzlin’ Salsa with Brenda Ruiz will be hosted on the 600 block of State Street from 6 to 8 p.m., with free lessons the first hour and open dance the second hour. The event will be right in front of M. Special’s downtown location, which, along with The Beast Taqueria, will be offering drink and food deals.
The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association has added swing dancing in June. “This is really building on the success that has come with the dance series over the years,” says Elander. Bryan Gin and Kristen Rhodes of Serenity Swing will host West Coast Swing dance sessions every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m., with open dancing the last hour, on the 500 block. The Cruisery and Hibachi Steak House will be offering specials.
“It’s kind of a beautiful combination of not only getting people out to do something healthy but also connecting the community and highlighting different cultural organizations who produce and teach people to dance,” Elander says. n
The community enjoying free line dancing on State Street
Frank Reynoso: 50 Years with the Metropolitan Transit District
Bus Driver Feels He Is Lucky and ‘Enjoying Every Minute of It’
by Elijah Valerjev
If the human body required a battery change every day, it would seem that Frank Reynoso, who has been driving buses for Santa Barbara’s bus service for the last halfcentury, would have an unlimited supply.
Having driven 1.2 million transit miles during his career, Reynoso was honored last month for his 50-year career with S.B. Metropolitan Transit District, or MTD.
Reynoso said he’d loved bus driving from the first day. Though he described his job as simply loading people, unloading people, and collecting the fare, Reynoso took pride in his interactions with others. “To me, if you’re not a people person, you don’t belong driving a bus. You have to be able to simply respond to everybody,” said Reynoso. “This was a unique situation where I found something I enjoyed.”
“For him, it’s like breathing air,” said Hillary Blackerby, marketing manager for MTD.
Before driving buses, Reynoso grew orchids in Montecito, then was hired in the late 1960s as a produce truck driver for the grocery store Jordano’s, working 10- to 15-hour days. He got a tip from a local mechanic that there were openings to drive for MTD. Reynoso started working for MTD as a bus driver when he was 27, in 1975, after finishing five years with Jordano’s.
Back in 1974, when the transit center was first built, MTD only had 12 buses. After the Transportation Development act of 1971, there was a boom in public transportation employment and funding, said Blackerby. MTD now has more than 100 buses and many more employees.
Based on seniority, Reynoso gets the number one pick for his set of routes. Reynoso now drives lines 5 and 14, which are the Mesa/La Cumbre and Montecito routes respectively. “There are not a lot of stops. It’s busy enough but still a simple ride,” said Reynoso.
Reynoso reflected on how things have changed over the past 50 years. The Transit Center has grown in size, and he saw more homeless people than in the past. “Many are very nice people, but some need help,” said Reynoso. “The way you approach and answer questions is a big thing.”
People were also a bit more personal on the bus in the past, according to Reynoso. Today, he has noticed that more people seem to be in a hurry. “You have to change with the times. You can’t stay still, or you don’t belong here,” said Reynoso. “You have to grow with it.
“Every day is an adventure. Ninety-ninepoint-nine percent of people who ride the bus are sweet people, but some people are upset,” said Reynoso. “We’re not perfect, and the next day, they’re usually fine.”
Reynoso graduated from Santa Barbara High School early, a student always preparing for college in his choice of classes. “To me, 50 years is nothing it feels like yesterday. My friends asked me if I ever felt I missed out,” said Reynoso. “But if you’re happy and simple, time just flies. I was one of those lucky individuals.”
Around town, people will sometimes recognize Reynoso as their driver. “It makes me feel good that people remember me. I must’ve done something right,” said Reynoso. Honored alongside Reynoso for their years of service were Carl Flores and Jack Graham, who were both first hired as bus operators. Flores is now an operations supervisor, and Graham is a customer service rep at the Transit Center on Chapala Street.
As to the secret of driving a bus for 50 years, “I just enjoy the day. That’s my nature. I’ve always been a happy person who keeps away from stress,” said Reynoso. “It’s part of driving and enjoying every minute of it. What you give is what you’re gonna receive. I’d give MTD an A+. Everyone here has been good to me and it’s wonderful.” n
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Santa Barbara Cinco de Mayo Mural Ride Celebrates Local Art
Historian and Artist Michael Montenegro Hosts Annual Ride
May 5 at Ortega Park
by Ryan P. Cruz
Santa Barbara community historian, artist, and Independent Local Hero Michael Montenegro known for curating the Instagram page @chicanoculturesb will be hosting the annual Cinco de Mayo Mural Bike Ride on Monday, May 5, starting at 5 p.m. at Ortega Park.
The annual group ride features a historical tour through some of the city’s most important murals and public works of art, with Montenegro sharing stories behind the art and celebrating the city’s deep connection with Latino culture and the art of muralism. Montenegro, an avid cyclist and community advocate, has hosted art-centric bike rides each year for the past 10 years, something he says he started after being inspired by a similar mural ride
he attended through the Boyle Heights neighborhood in East Los Angeles.
He began doing the group rides each year, sharing his love for Santa Barbara culture and its artists like Manuel Unzueta, a pioneer in muralism who is often considered the godfather of public art on the South Coast. Montenegro said that this year’s Cinco de Mayo Mural Bike Ride will be a “free, family-friendly” event “full of color, culture, and community.” The ride will travel around the downtown area and will finish with free tacos at Third Window Brewing Company.
This year’s ride is co-sponsored by Santa Barbara Association of Governments as part of the CycleMAYnia 2025 series of public rides and events. “Bring your bike, your friends, and your appetite,” Montenegro said.
Michael Montenegro leads a tour through some of the city’s most important murals and public works of art.
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FOOD& DRINK
La Paloma’s New Chef John Parker Brings a Fresh Farmer Focus to Menu
A Tasty New Take on a Longtime Favorite Santa Barbara Corner
BY REBECCA HORRIGAN
The classic Victorian building on the corner of Anacapa and Ortega streets, with a sprawling patio bathed in bougainvillea, has been home to a few different concepts, but key aspects remain. Since opening in 1940 as Jenny’s Paloma Café, it’s sparkled with charm and comforting meals, and when it was Paradise Café, it slung my favorite margaritas in town.
The well-loved space continues to stride vibrantly into its foodie future with Chef John Parker taking the reins as executive chef. Parker’s background includes running various kitchens in L.A. prior to his time in Santa Barbara at Loquita and as executive chef at Bettina.
On a recent visit to try his farmers’ market–focused updates, I was blown away. Milliken grilled sweet potatoes layered with sumptuous and tangy Drake Farms goat cheese, hot honey, charred walnuts, and mint is comforting and invigorating all at once. His Girlfriend Salad a living example of how he wooed his wife with a combination of Salanova lettuces, dried blueberries, Milliken Farms carrots, cucumbers, pesto vinaigrette, and pistachio, sealed the deal for me as well. The oak-grilled local swordfish floating atop a heavenly bed of Milliken Farms snap peas was light and bright in all the right ways. The chef’s warmth and enthusiastic hospitality made every bite sing even more sweetly. The brunch menu is delightfully updated as well, so there’s plenty of opportunity to sample La Paloma’s refreshing and farmer-focused new food. I could sing the praises of his dishes all day, but I’ll let the thoughtful chef himself explain his tasty new take.
Why did you decide to join the team at La Paloma? I was looking for a new challenge, and the opportunity to be part of the next chapter in this historic space was incredibly exciting. Before coming on board, I had many conversations with Director of Restaurant Operations Skyler Gamble and Owner of Acme Hospitality Sherry Villanueva about their vision for La Paloma’s future, and we were completely aligned on where the restaurant could go. The potential here is limitless between the rich history, the iconic bar, and the incredible patio, it’s a truly unique space that holds
a special place in the hearts of so many Santa Barbara locals. My goal is to honor that sentiment while creating new memories for guests who walk through our doors.
How has your prior experience at Bettina and numerous other kitchens impacted your cooking style? Every day in the kitchen is a learning experience both good and bad. I’ve been fortunate to work with some truly amazing chefs who have guided me and helped me develop my own philosophy on food, cooking, and hospitality.
Working at Bettina, in particular, reinforced how incredible our local farmers are and the deep impact they have on the community. Going to the farmers’ market twice a week with the Bettina team allowed me to build strong relationships with local growers. There is so much pride in the produce here, and the fact that these farmers trust me to showcase their ingredients is both humbling and inspiring.
How are you revamping the menu? My main focus in revamping the menu is to bring in more seasonality and locally sourced ingredients really showcasing what’s available at the market while telling a story through food. I view menus as a constant work in progress, always evolving and improving. I don’t think there will ever be a point where I feel like the menu is “finished.”
That said, we’ve already made some major updates to both brunch and dinner, and we have big plans for the future of this space. As those plans unfold, I think guests will really see a shift in both the menu and the overall approach to La Paloma.
Are there any new menu items that are personal favorites or that you’re particularly excited about? There are two dinner menu items that I’m especially excited about. The first is our seared purple cabbage, which was inspired by a fish taco. It has all the elements of a fried fish taco but without the fish. I love heavily charred cabbage, and this dish really highlights its deep, smoky flavors.
The second is our grilled fish dish, featuring Milliken Family Farms sugar snap peas, smoked almonds, and a sauce made with green Tabasco, lime juice, and brown butter. The combination is so fresh and bright it really lets the snap peas shine.
How else would you like to make your mark as executive chef at La Paloma? I want La Paloma to be a true celebration of the incredible region we live in our local ingredients, our community, and our
connection to the land. I look forward to when La Paloma becomes THE spot where industry peers want to come and eat on their days off. Beyond the menu, I really want to make an impact on our team inside the restaurant. I want my coworkers to be excited to come to work and proud of the food we’re putting out. Every day is an opportunity for us to learn and grow together. If we create a strong, passionate team, that energy will naturally extend to our guests. For those who dine with us, my hope is that they can taste my excitement for food in every bite and feel how much I truly love cooking.
Where are some of your favorite places to source ingredients from? Milliken Family Farms is definitely one of my favorite sources. Chris and his team are incredibly dedicated and always willing to support us however they can.
Where do you get inspiration for your dishes? Inspiration comes from every part of my life reading cookbooks, scrolling through Instagram, going out to eat, walking through the farmers’ market, talking with my wife about food, and even watching food shows. My brain never really turns off when it comes to food it’s not just a career; it’s a way of life. My wife, who is also in hospitality, shares the same love of food that I do, so even our free time revolves around restaurants, cooking, and dining experiences. Growing up, cooking with my family played a huge role in shaping my passion. My mom is an incredible baker, and my dad often cooked dinner when I was young. Sitting down for family meals was a big part of my childhood, and that experience has stuck with me. It’s something I want to continue for my own family, and it’s a feeling I want to share with guests at La Paloma.
La Paloma Café, 702 Anacapa Street, lapalomasb.com.
Some favorites from the dinner menu at La Paloma
La Paloma Executive Chef John Parker
The Scoop on Cuso’s Creamery
State Street Welcomes Family-Owned, Locally Sourced Ice Cream Shop
BY MADELINE SLOGOFF
When the work day ends, most head home and leave behind their coworkers until the following morning. For the Mancuso family, their coworkers are family. Brothers Dylan, Jack, and Nick, along with their father, Domenic Mancuso, are in it for the long run with their new ice cream shop, Cuso’s Creamery.
After their State Street debut with Cuso’s Bikes in 2023, the family decided to continue expanding their business endeavors by opening Cuso’s Creamery right across the street in September 2024. Between those two businesses and their spice company, Cuso Cuts, there is truly never a boring day for the Mancuso family.
For the Mancusos, there are never too many cooks in the kitchen. Each family member contributes something uniquely beneficial to the operation — Jack (@ChefCuso) bringing in business with his combined 10 million subscribers across social media platforms, Dylan offering his inventive palette for new flavors and day-to-day undertakings, Nick helping out behind the scenes maintaining stock and inventory, and Domenic overseeing the proper functioning of the whole operation.
Indulgence meets natural ingredients with their allnatural ice cream shop offering ice cream crafted using ingredients all sourced from within 100 miles of State Street. Each scoop delivers a unique and always-fresh taste experience, blending traditional flavors with unconventional renditions.
With a rotating menu of flavors, you will never be bored of the selection at Cuso’s. They are currently serving up 14 flavors ranging from fruit blends to sweet-savory scoops.
The standouts during my visit were peanut butter s’mores, maple bourbon praline, and salted caramel toffee.
The peanut butter s’mores was a tasteful take on a charming campfire tradition, with the addition of the satisfying cracking sensation from the peanut butter cups. The maple bourbon praline taste was reminiscent of autumn spice, with the flair of Chef Cuso’s very own Maple Bourbon Rub. The salted caramel toffee, which is a best-seller, perfectly combines salty flavoring with caramel to produce a balanced sweet and savory bite.
The store is currently also offering mocha brownie fudge, ube cotton candy, double vanilla bean, Amarena cherry chocolate, Simpsons strawberry donut, honey lavender, orange creamsicle, raspberry cheesecake, dark chocolate raspberry, and pistachio tiramisu.
Each menu offering had its own unique flavor profile, with some including chunks of real ingredients that provided for delightful bites. There are often rotating selections, especially for the Simpsons donut shop and specialty cheesecake flavors.
“Salt is the key. Just a pinch and it brings out all the flavor,” said Dylan.
For the pistachio tiramisu flavor, Dylan described dumping eight kilos of pistachios into the mixer to create their homemade pistachio paste. As for the orange creamsicle flavor, the Mancusos get their oranges right from the farmers’ market on State Street and press them in the store.
Dylan makes the ice cream in the store three days a week, churning out an estimated three to four flavors during each of these batches. If you’re lucky, you may even catch him making a batch in the store during open hours, further demonstrating how every bite of Cuso’s Creamery is fresh.
Cuso’s Creamery has had the pleasure of serving tourists and locals alike, catering to the palates of everyone who steps foot in their store.
While it can be difficult to mix family and business, “Everyone still has to go to dinner with each other at the end of the day and talk it out. You can’t really have too big of an argument with family. You gotta get over it,” Dylan said. Whether it be working on wheels or churning their homemade ice cream, the Mancuso family truly encapsulates what it is to be a jack-of-all-trades or as Dylan said, “a jack of random trades.” Dylan and Domenic expressed their gratitude for each other as business partners throughout their business endeavors.
“We come from small businesses. This is what we love to do,” said Domenic.
Family and friends are at the backbone of the business. Domenic describes the family’s trusty process for gauging feedback on their new flavors — testimony from loved ones. After inviting guests over for a barbecue, they make small batches of ice cream in their at-home ice cream maker and serve 10, 11, even sometimes 12 full scoops of their potential flavor combinations.
“Everyone has a right to delicious ice cream,” Dylan emphasized through and through.
In examining the reception of the business in the several months that it has been open, Dylan said, “There is no reason to be upset about ice cream, so I think it’s a positive impact.”
“This guy turned 65 and never wants to retire,” Dylan joked.
After a solid five months in business, Dylan describes Cuso’s Creamery as having hit its stride. With about 80 Yelp reviews and a 4.9-star rating on Google, Dylan has been able to gauge the positive impact of the business on the Santa Barbara community and beyond.
“Customers enjoy it. I enjoy it. Family and friends are enjoying it. I think we’re gonna be in for a very busy summer,” Dylan said.
The bottom line is, every scoop from Cuso’s Creamery is made with love.
“I think the big thing is, we’re family-run, and you’ll find one of the owners here every single day,” Dylan said. “We’re small, so we’re still really caring and putting in that extra effort just into the one location. I think that’s important for a lot of people.”
Visit Cuso’s Creamery at 620 State Street to sample their delicious, exotic flavor selection for yourself. Hours are 2-10 p.m. MondayThursday, noon-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon-9 p.m. Sunday. See cusoscreamery.com.
Dylan Mancuso offers up a waffle cone at Cuso’s Creamery.
The menu at Cuso’s Creamery
From Garage Brewers to State Street Tastemakers
How Longtime Friends Mike Weyandt and Eric Drew
Turned a Home-Brew Hobby into Casa Agria
BY TIANA MOLONY
When Mike Weyandt and Eric Drew, founders of Casa Agria, were roommates at the University of Oregon, they developed a penchant for beer. But not cheap, throw-it-down-the-hatch-as-fastas-you-can-type beer like other college kids. No. They liked the good, highquality beer, the kind you swish around in your mouth like wine.
That appreciation only deepened during their college years as they immersed themselves in Oregon’s craft beer scene. In 2008, a few years after they graduated Weyandt in 2002 and Drew in 2004 Weyandt’s uncle, taking note of their interest, presented them with an offer they couldn’t refuse: Do you guys want to learn how to make beer?
Having brewed in the early ’80s, Weyandt’s uncle knew his stuff. “And so, my uncle took us under his wing, taught us everything he knew,” explained Weyandt. “And then, you know, all of us were brewing every single weekend.”
At the time, both Weyandt and Drew were working in architecture. Brewing remained a side project one they took seriously. They built a modest setup in Weyandt’s garage, complete with six fermenters, and began experimenting with flavors. Once they got the hang of it, they started sharing their beers with friends.
They primarily made mixed, fermented sour beers, which became their specialty the name Casa Agria translates to “Sour House” in Spanish. Hoping to gain a larger reach, they sent them off to beer bloggers to review and received glowing feedback.
As buzz around their beers grew, something unexpected happened: People began emailing, asking to join a membership club. In 2015, they set up their operation at another brewery, and 500 people showed up to sign up for their $300 membership. “You know, they just had faith that we were going to make good beer,” Weyandt recalled, “And they were going to get their $300 worth back at the end of the membership.”
In December 2015, they opened their first location in Oxnard. They didn’t own a brewhouse the first year in business. Instead, they would do “tenant brewing,” which involves brewing in another company’s brewhouse and then transporting it back to their own facility
for fermentation. Just before COVID lockdowns, they expanded their Oxnard space from 1,600 to 8,600 square feet. “We’ve been supported by the Oxnard community since day one,” Weyandt said. When they were just starting out, they won national home brew competitions. Now, as an established company, they’ve taken home awards such as two Great American Beer Festival (GABF) medals (the most significant American award for beer) and one World Beer Cup medal.
Even as their Oxnard roots deepened, the idea of expanding was never far off. One day, Weyandt; Drew, who is also Casa Agria’s head brewer; and their third partner, Ryan Exline, were sitting on the patio of what was then Modern Times in the back of Kim’s Service Department on State Street, when Exline had a thought: “How cool would it be to have a spot in downtown Santa Barbara, you know, a location like this?”
Little did they know that in November 2024, they would open their second location in that very spot. At Casa Agria, their passion still lies in sour beers, but they also brew a variety, such as barrel-aged stouts, lagers, pilsners, and seltzers. Their newest and possibly most tasty seltzer I’ve ever consumed, the Casa Blast, is inspired by Taco Bell’s Baja Blast.
On Untappd, a beer-rating app, Weyandt noted that Casa Agria is the only brewery in the area with a rating higher than 4.0 a reflection, he said, not just of their high-quality beer, but of the supportive, loyal community behind it. But for all the growth, the heart of the business remains unchanged. “I still think of us as that small, little start-up company that I did with my best friend.” Casa Agria Taproom &
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Inventory and use what you have before you buy more.
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Freeze or preserve surplus fruits and vegetables.
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‘The Goleta Spot’ Coming to the Elephant Bar
DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS
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626 W. Micheltorena, SB Daily 6am–10pm 962-4028
6527 Madrid Rd, IV Daily 7am-11pm 770-3806
Reader Tony M. let me know that two people were photographed carrying a logo for
“The Goleta Spot” on the property at 521 Firestone Road, the former home of The Elephant Bar, Flightline Restaurant, and High Sierra Grill. They were standing next to the display structure where the sign for the business at that address typically goes.
Researching this, I found that the City of Santa Barbara Airport Commission Agenda says the building was recommended to be leased for one year with two one-year options: “ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: 13. Subject: Lease Agreement The Goleta Spot, LLC. Recommendation: That Airport Commission approve and authorize the Airport Director to execute a new Lease Agreement for one year with two (2) one-year options, with The Goleta Spot, LLC for 8,695 square feet of Building 252 (521 Norman Firestone Road), at the Santa Barbara Airport, commencing April 1, 2025. Total annual rent for this space is $129,381.60 exclusive of utilities, commencing July 1, 2025.”
Further research revealed that the address for “The Goleta Spot, LLC” is 325 Rutherford Street in Goleta, which is affiliated with Elubia’s Kitchen and the Santa Barbara Cider Company. Reader Primetime says that the pair might be doing something together in the former Elephant Bar building and that it might be a public market concept.
SIGNS ARE UP AT THE WIN-DOW: Reader Primetime tells me that signs have been installed at up-andcoming eatery The Win-Dow coming to 701 Chapala Street, formerly Romanti-Ezer Mexican restaurant and Ernie’s Drive-In Burgers. Los Angeles–based The Win-Dow, open seven days a week in The Grove, Hollywood, Long Beach, Silver Lake, and Venice, is a destination for a classic smashburger, fried chicken sandwiches, and grain bowls. Prices seem pretty competitive. Maybe there is a burger battle looming?
MOTHER’S DAY AT JILL’S PLACE: Jill’s Place at 632 Santa Barbara Street has announced special Sunday
openings for Mother’s Day. Traditionally closed on Sundays, Jill’s Place is making an exception to celebrate the extraordinary people in our lives. These limited Sunday openings will feature regular brunch/lunch and dinner menus from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. “We’ve always believed Sundays are sacred,” said owner Jill Shalhoob. “But what’s more sacred than honoring moms with a beautiful meal?” Reservations are encouraged. Call (805) 963-0378 or visit jillsplacesb.com
MOTHER’S DAY AT RUSTY’S PIZZA: “Forget about the box of chocolates; treat her to our heartwarming heart-shaped pizza outlined with flavorful pepperoni and adorned with her favorite two toppings,” says Rusty’s Pizza. Available Mother’s Day weekend, Friday, May 9, through Sunday, May 11, for $30.95. Call (805) 564-1111 or visit rustyspizza.com
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET AT FINCH & FORK: Celebrate Mom with a special brunch buffet at Finch & Fork, 31 West Carrillo Street, on May 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Treat your loved ones to a buffet featuring farm-fresh produce and locally sourced ingredients. The offering includes an assortment of farmers’ market salads, appetizers, a seafood raw bar, brunch favorites, desserts, and more. Reservations are recommended with tickets for $95 per adult and $47 per child under 12. Last seating for brunch will be at 2 p.m., with brunch ending at 4 p.m. Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com.
MOTHER’S DAY AT RORI’S ARTISANAL CREAMERY: Free ice cream for moms: All moms can enjoy a free scoop of Rori’s on Sunday, May 11, to celebrate Mother’s Day. Locations include Montecito (1024-D Coast Village Rd.), Santa Barbara (38 W. Victoria St.), and Carpinteria (751 Linden Ave.). Visit rorisartisanalcreamery.com
EL REY MARKET OPENS ON MILPAS: Reader Steve H. tells me that the El Rey Market at 101 North Milpas Street is now open. The grocery market offers meat, seafood, produce, ice cream, and more.
THE GOLETA SPOT: The former home of The Elephant Bar near the Santa Barbara Airport may become a public market concept called “The Goleta Spot.”
JOHN DICKSON
Frances Moore
Adriana Arriaga Teresa Kuskey
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY by
Rob Breszny
WEEK OF MAY 1
ARIES
(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): To create microgardens, you plant vegetables and herbs in small containers placed on your porch, balcony, window sills, and kitchen counter. Lettuce, peas, spinach, and basil might be among your small bounties. I encourage you to use this practice as a main metaphor in the coming weeks. In other words, gravitate away from huge, expansive visions, and instead work creatively within existing constraints. For now, at least, “less is more” should be your operative motto. Meditate on how apparent limitations might lead to inviting innovations. Seek out abundance in unlikely places.
TAURUS
(Apr. 20-May 20): Taurus author Nellie Bly (1864-1922) was a daring trailblazer. It was almost impossible for a woman to be a journalist in the 19th century, but she did it anyway. One of her sensational groundbreaking stories came when she did an undercover assignment in New York’s Women’s Lunatic Asylum. Her reporting on the neglect and brutality there prompted major reforms. I nominate Bly as your role model for the foreseeable future. You are, I believe, poised for epic, even heroic adventures, in service to a greater good. (PS: Bly also made a solo trip around the world and wrote 15 books.)
GEMINI
(May 21-June 20): Gemini painter Henri Rousseau (18441910) never saw a jungle in person. In fact, he never left his native country of France. But he painted some of modern art’s most vivid jungle scenes. How did that happen? Well, he visited zoos and botanical gardens, perused images of tropical forests in books, and heard stories from soldiers who had visited jungles abroad. But mostly, he had a flourishing imagination that he treated with reverent respect. I urge you to follow his lead, Gemini. Through the joyful, extravagant power of your imagination, get the inspiration and education you need. The next three weeks will be prime time to do so.
CANCER
(June 21-July 22): No, ruby-throated hummingbirds don’t hitch rides on airplanes or the backs of geese. They make their epic migrations completely under their own power. To get to their wintering grounds, many fly alone from the southern United States to the Yucatan Peninsula, crossing the 500-mile expanse of the Gulf of Mexico in 20 hours. I don’t recommend you attempt heroic feats like theirs in the coming weeks, Cancerian. More than usual, you need and deserve to call on support and help. Don’t be shy about getting the exact boosts you require. It’s time to harvest the favors you are owed and to be specific in articulating your wishes.
LEO
(July 23-Aug. 22): The golden pheasant is dazzling. Among the bright colors that appear in its plumage are gold, red, orange, yellow, blue, black, green, cinnamon, and chestnut. In accordance with astrological omens, I name this charismatic bird to be your spirit creature for the coming weeks. Feel free to embrace your inner golden pheasant and express it vividly wherever you go. This is a perfect time to boldly showcase your beauty and magnificence, even as you fully display your talents and assets. I brazenly predict that your enthusiastic expression of selflove will be a good influence on almost everyone you encounter.
VIRGO
(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo poet and visual artist Dorothea Tanning (1910-2012) had a few mottoes that endlessly nurtured her abundant creative output. Here’s one: “Keep your eye on your inner world and keep away from ads, idiots, and movie stars.” As excellent as that advice is, it’s a challenge to follow it all the time. If we want to function effectively, we can’t always be focused on our inner worlds. However, I do believe you are now in a phase when you’re wise to heed her counsel more than usual. Your soul’s depths have a lot to teach you. Your deep intuition is full of useful revelations. Don’t get distracted from them by listening too much to ads, idiots, and celebrities.
LIBRA
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is essential for the functioning of your body and every other animal’s. It carries instructions about how to build proteins, and your cells are full of it. We humans can’t edit this magic substance, but octopuses can. They do it on the fly, enabling them to adapt quickly to changing environmental conditions. Even though you Libras can’t match their amazing power with RNA, you do have a substantial capacity to rewrite your plans and adjust your mindset. And this talent of yours will be especially available to you in the coming weeks. Your flexibility and adaptability will not only help you navigate surprises but may also open up exciting new opportunities.
SCORPIO
(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Is there a sanctuary you can retreat to? A relaxing oasis where you can slip away from the world’s colorful madness? I would love for you to be bold enough to seek the precise healing you need. You have every right to escape the rotting status quo and give yourself full permission to hide from pressure, demands, and expectations. Is there music that brings you deep consolation? Are there books and teachers that activate your profound soul wisdom? Keep that good stuff nearby. It’s time for focused relief and regeneration.
SAGITTARIUS
(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The chemical element known as arsenic is notoriously toxic for humans, but has long been useful in small amounts. Ancient Chinese metallurgists discovered that blending it with copper and tin made the finest, strongest bronze. In modern times, arsenic fortifies the lead in car batteries. People in the 19th century sometimes ingested tiny doses as a stimulant. In this spirit, Sagittarius, I invite you to transform potentially challenging elements in your life into sources of strength. Can you find ways to incorporate iffy factors instead of eliminating them? I assure you that you have the power to recognize value in things others may neglect or reject.
CAPRICORN
(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Renowned Capricorn author Henry Miller (1891-1980) had to wait far too long before getting readers in his home country, the United States. American censors regarded his explosive texts as too racy and sexy. They forbade the publication of his books until he was 69 years old! His spirit was forever resolute and uncrushable, though. In accordance with astrological omens, Capricorn, I recommend you adopt his counsel on the subject of wonders and marvels. Miller wrote, “The miracle is that the honey is always there, right under your nose, only you were too busy searching elsewhere to realize it.” Here’s another gem from Miller: He advised us “to make the miracle more and more miraculous, to swear allegiance to nothing, but live only miraculously, think only miraculously, die miraculously.”
AQUARIUS
(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): For now, everything depends on your foundation, your roots, and your support system. If I were you, I would devote myself to nurturing them. Please note that you’re not in any jeopardy. I don’t foresee strains or tremors. But your graduation to your next set of interesting challenges will require you to be snugly stable, secure, and steady. This is one time when being thoroughly ensconced in your comfort zone is a beautiful asset, not a detriment to be transcended.
PISCES
(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): The coming weeks are a favorable time for you to build symbolic bridges. I hope you will link resources that aren’t yet linked. I hope you will work to connect people whose merger would help you, and I hope you will begin planning to move from where you are now to the next chapter of your life. I advise you to not model your metaphorical bridges after modern steel suspension bridges, though. Instead, be inspired by the flexible, natural, and intimate bridges made by the ancient Incas. Woven from ichu grass via community efforts, they were strong enough to span rivers and canyons in the Andes mountains.
WINE
MAY 8 MAY 8
THROUGH MAY 14 MAY 14
7 DAYS OF $10 GLASSES OF WINE AT PARTICIPATING WINERIES, RESTAURANTS, AND BARS IN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
7 DAYS OF $10 GLASSES OF WINE AT PARTICIPATING WINERIES, RESTAURANTS, AND BARS IN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY
SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
CLASSIFIEDS
Reaching
EMPLOYMENT
PROFESSIONAL
ADMISSION AND IMMIGRATION
SPECIALIST
PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
Responsible for assisting the PES4 in planning activities, admissions and immigration, and advising for international student programs. Is responsible for the admission and immigration process, including supporting students and off‑campus partners. Works on organizing international student events, including orientation and extra‑curricular activities. Provides general support to international students. Is primarily responsible for following all international student inquiries from application to immigration, including processing visas, working with agents, and maintaining accurate records of international student rosters and their status. Maintains documentation and trains Customer Service representatives on troubleshooting common issues. Works closely with the PES4 to manage the day‑to‑day operations associated with existing programs and courses, assists as needed with custom and special programs, interfaces with international students’ administrative staff and its support units to prevent and resolve problems related to course offerings, and oversees the general administration of assigned programs. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in a related area and / or equivalent experience / training. 1‑3 years of experience in working with students, including planning activities, visa processing, admission, advising, and immigration in educational programs. Notes: Must be a citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. Satisfactory conviction history background check The budgeted hourly range is $28.00 to $32.48/ hour. The full hourly range is $25.77 to $43.58/hour. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 77752.
ASSISTANT DEAN, ACADEMIC
PROGRAMS
BREN SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL
SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT
Manages a highly‑visible graduate school and associated academic and professional programs. Maintains excellent quality instruction and service to academic programs. Oversees all elements of academic and professional program administration. Guides and participates in short‑ and long‑term strategic planning to establish and achieve school and program goals. Builds and supports a positive professional community and fosters an inclusive learning environment. Serves on committees
supporting and representing the Bren School. Develops academic policies/ procedures and ensures compliance with UCSB policies. Collaborates with other departments, institutes, centers, and universities to enhance educational and research opportunities for Bren students. Interacts with higher administrative offices regarding academic and student affairs, policy decisions, and personnel. Plans and manages school and program budgets in collaboration with Business Officer, and prepares/presents annual budget reports. Reviews/ approves financial transactions on behalf of deans. Provides leadership regarding public relations and promotes the school through outreach and events. Supervises Academic Programs, Admissions and Student Affairs, Academic Personnel, Events, Communications and Marketing, and Academic Coordinators. Works independently with general direction from the deans. Reqs: PhD degree or equivalent combination of education and prior experience. 5+ years of financial management experience. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. May be called upon to work occasional nights or weekends. The budgeted salary range is $104,900 to $151,900/yr. The full range is $104,900 to $198,900/yr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 77809
CONTRACTS AND GRANTS ANALYST COMPUTER SCIENCE
Responsible for developing and submitting research proposals, awards and/or transactions related to contract and grant management and maintains contract and grant records in compliance with institutional and research sponsor policies. Responsible for the post‑award administration, financial management, and analysis of the Contracts and Grants for the Computer Science Department.
Duties include setting up new awards and analyzing award terms and conditions, advising faculty, staff, and students of proper University and agency policies regarding extramural funding policies and procedures. Reqs: Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. 1‑3 years of experience with financial accounting. Note: Satisfactory conviction history background check
The budgeted hourly range is $34.62 to $38.49/hr. The full hourly range is $34.62 to $50.79/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 77748
FOOD BANK COORDINATOR
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS
Provides leadership, oversight, and direct service to the students of UCSB through the daily operations of the A.S. Food Bank. Guides the campus in all of these efforts through Associated Students in relation to meeting the collecting and food distribution on behalf of Associated Students. Establishes avenues of support to the campus – through faculty, staff, and student engagement. Sets procedures for student employees and advises the student Food Bank committee personally. Establishes relationships with local non‑profit entities to provide students with long‑term relationships to advance food justice. Develops partnerships and stakeholders reflected in a resource guide for students that helps students, staff, and faculty establish other food bank related projects, as needed. Collects and analyses data on the demographics of students using the services–writes and distributes a quarterly newsletter. Assesses and evaluates service and provides students with suggestions and recommendations for further improvements as needed. Researches new initiatives and provides information gathered to the Food Bank committee members.
Reqs: 1‑3 yrs Demonstrated experience or interest in food insecurity, human services, or community engagement; 1‑3 yrs Experience working for or volunteering at a non‑profit setting that provides food (i.e., food bank or pantry); 1‑3 yrs Student supervision experience; 1‑3 yrs Experience with culturally and academically diverse populations of students with the ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and problem solve; 1‑3 yrs Experience advising students and student organizations; Knowledge of food insecurity and food systems; Understanding of issues of diversity, social justice and challenges faced by underserved populations.
Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check; UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act; Must possess valid driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to become/remain certified to drive University Vehicles. Hiring/
Budgeted Salary Range: $30.22 ‑
$31.65/hr. Full Salary Range: $25.77 ‑
$43.58/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #77305
for the following: exams, procedures, taking vitals, perform point‑of‑care lab testing, checking in/out patients, filling out necessary paperwork, taking phone/electronic messages and following directives from the clinicians. The medical assistant will also act as a medical chaperone. Will perform autoclave and laundry duties, and run errands as needed. Reqs: High School diploma or equivalent. Current CPR certification/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Licenses/Certifications: Certification with one of the following agencies: Master’s American Association of Medical Assistants (AMA) American Medical Technologists (AMT) California Certifying Board of Medical Assistants (CCBMA) Local Emergency Medical Services Agency (LEMSA) Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Note: Applicants without a proper certification will not be considered. Notes: Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse and Adult Dependent Abuse. Student Health requires that clinical staff must successfully complete and pass the background check and credentialing process before the start date. To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season. Per California Code of Regulations Title 8, Section 5199 Aerosol Transmissible Disease Standard requires; upon hire and annually thereafter Tuberculosis (TB) screening for all employees. The method of testing is determined by past medical history and any current symptoms. Per Cal/OSHA regulations and UCSB Campus Policy, all UCSB personnel who use respiratory protection equipment shall be included in the UCSB Respiratory Protection Program and required to complete respirator fit testing upon hire and annually thereafter, completed by UCSB Environmental Health & Safety. Any HIPAA or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action. Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Work hours may include Thursday evenings from 10am‑7pm. Hiring/Budgeted Hourly Range: $25.43/hr ‑ $30.39/hr. Full Hourly Range: $25.43/hr ‑ $31.60/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #70317
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS
PROFESSIONAL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION
Leads the development of new technology programs by conducting research to assess market demand and financial viability. Analyzes industry trends, advises leadership on growth opportunities, and establishes partnerships with technology companies to enhance
program offerings. Duties include managing Advisory Board members for curriculum input, designing course content and learning outcomes, and collaborating with instructional designers to develop course materials. Oversees program budgets, sets fees, and ensures compliance with academic and industry standards. Coordinates with organizations for co‑sponsorships, work with marketing teams to promote programs, and liaise with UCSB departments to resolve logistical and student service issues.
Engages in outreach with professional associations and monitors competitor programs to identify market trends and opportunities. Manages existing professional programs in the PaCE Technology domain, ensuring their quality, financial viability, and alignment with PaCE institutional goals. Monitors annual budgets and enrollment trends, recruits and
hires instructors as needed, and manages instructor contracts in compliance with university policies. Oversees course logistics, including scheduling, classroom assignments, and instructional technology needs.
Maintains expertise in the PaCE Student Information System to track enrollments, manages instructor accounts, and generates reports. Works closely with the Program Support Coordinator to ensure smooth program operations, evaluates instructor performance, and coordinates training as needed. Collaborates with Marketing to promote programs, enhance student retention, and maintain an up‑to‑date web presence. Provides leadership with enrollment and budget projections, reassessing program performance and annual return on investment. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Continuing education in a related field.
NOW HIRING
DELIVERY DRIVER
The Santa Barbara Independent is is looking for a temporary, part-time driver to deliver Thursday mornings as needed. This is a flexible position that may lead to a permanent position. Must have a truck or van, valid license, proof of insurance, able to lift 30+ lbs repeatedly, have clean driving record and be self motivated. Starting hourly rate $25.
Please no phone calls. Email reason for interest and resume to hr@independent.com. EOE F/M/D/V.
EMPLOYMENT (CONT.)
SR. CUSTODIAN
RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS
Performs duties in accordance with established standards and instruction, for university owned Residence Halls, Apartments, Dining Facilities, & Auxiliary units. May be required to work schedules other than Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm to meet the operational needs of the unit. May be required to perform other duties as assigned to meet the operational needs of the department. The Sr. Custodian promotes a customer service environment to residents and clients. Assists with the development and maintenance of a work environment which is conducive to meeting the mission of the organization and supports the EEP. Responsible for completing job duties that demonstrate support for
the Operations Team. Reqs: Working knowledge and experience utilizing the following equipment: vacuums, conventional and high‑speed buffers, extractors, and related custodial equipment desired. Will train on all equipment and chemicals used. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others as a team. Must have effective communication skills. Ability to interact as a team member with sensitivity towards a multi‑cultural work environment. Notes: May be required to work schedules other than the assigned schedule to meet the operational needs of the unit. May be required to perform other duties as assigned to meet the operational needs of the department. Required to hold a valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Pay Rate/Range: $22.66 ‑ $24.51/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity
NOW HIRING
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job #77886
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The Santa Barbara Independent has an opportunity in our advertising sales division for an engaged, motivated candidate to join our established team of sales professionals.
This full-time position requires the ability to sell multimedia products — print, online, and other developing industry offerings, plus excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines crucial to our production process; superb verbal and written communication skills; the ability to build strong client relationships via collaborative selling and excellent customer service; as well as the charisma to be a strong ambassador of the Independent in our community.
With a 35+ year history of serving Santa Barbara, our award-winning products are an integral part of our community and are well-respected on a national level. We offer a competitive (non-capped) commission structure starting at a draw of $45,000+, along with a strong benefits package, including health and dental insurance, Section 125 cafeteria plan, 401(k), and vacation program. This is a full-time position based in our downtown Santa Barbara office but our sales team is currently working from home.
Please introduce yourself, reasons for interest, and a brief summary of your qualifications, along with your résumé, to hr@independent.com.
No phone calls, please. EOE m/f/d/v.
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14. In ___ fertilization
15. Ali’s boxing daughter
16. Panama, e.g.
17. Easter egg found within a subway system?
19. Former Notre Dame coach Parseghian
20. Nonspecific number
21. Mauritians of long ago
22. Bashful coworker?
24. Sidekick
25. Puts down on paper
26. Herb specifically designated for a tomato sauce?
32. Makes level
33. 2000s corporate scandal subject
34. Spit some bars
37. Scan the print
38. Notions
39. Circle dance at some weddings
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42. Ring-collecting Sega character
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48. Surprised cry
49. Not as frequent
50. “Let’s Make ___”
53. ___ Lankan
56. Media attention
57. Short break from reading fables?
60. Bronze, for one
61. Cliched
62. Adjusts accurately
63. Badminton divider
64. Clear, as a whiteboard
65. Striped equine
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6. Wheelless vehicle
7. Salsa holder
8. Pretentious manner
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11. Book opener?
12. “___ diem”
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LEGALS
ADMINISTER OF ESTATE
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF: JASON DEREK LEGGITT
No.: CASE:25PR00161
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of :JASON DEREK LEGGITT
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: KEVIN LEGGITT in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.
THE PETITION for probate requests that (name): KEVIN LEGGITT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 5/22/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101. SANTA BARBARA.
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative
appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 4/3/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Dorothea Decker Bradford; 1415 Chapala Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑963‑8906 Published: April 17, 24. May 1 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TODD LANDON BLACK No.: CASE:25PR00163
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: TODD LANDON BLACK
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: CORINNE BLACK in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.
THE PETITION for probate requests that (name): CORINNE BLACK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STATE OF CALIFORINIA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 5/22/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101. ANACAPA DIVISION.
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 4/11/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Shannon M. Bio; 1212 Marsh Street, Suite 3 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401; 805‑781‑3645 Published: April 17, 24. May 1 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF: BARBARA GAIL WRIGHT
In the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room 511 East Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria, CA
The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara in the County Hearing Rooms located at 511 East Lakeside Parkway in Santa Maria and 105 East Anapamu Street in Santa Barbara on May 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter. Please see www.countyofsb.org for web streaming of the meeting, agenda, supplemental materials, and minutes, as well as page two of the agenda for a description of public participation options available to provide testimony on actions regarding the adoption of the proposed charges for sewer service in County Service Area 12 (Mission Canyon Sewer District) for fiscal year 2025-2026, adoption of the resolution regarding the collection of said charges on the tax rolls, and approving the proposed California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption per CEQA Guidelines (CCR Section 15273(a)(1)-(4)). A copy of a report with the proposed charges can be viewed with the materials docketed for this item in the agenda. This information may also be obtained by calling the County Department of Public Works at (805) 803-8750 during business hours. Comments, objections or protests to the adoption of the proposed charges may be presented at the hearing or filed with the Clerk of the Board before the public hearing, whose address is 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, California, 93101.
For current methods of public participation for the meeting of May 13, 2025, please see page two (2) of the posted Agenda. The posted agenda will be available on Thursday prior to the above referenced meeting for a more specific time for this item. However, the order of the agenda may be rearranged, or the item may be continued.
Staff reports and the posted agenda is available on the Thursday prior to the meeting at http://santabarbara.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx under the hearing date or contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240 for alternative options.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by 4:00 PM on Friday before the Board meeting. For information about these services please contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240.
If you challenge this project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Board of Supervisors prior to the public hearing. G.C. Section 65009, 6066, and 6062a.
No.: CASE:25PR00412
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of :BARBARA GAIL
WRIGHT
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: HARRY E. HAGEN, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.
THE PETITION for probate requests that (name): HARRY E. HAGEN, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 5/15/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101. ANACAPA DIVISION.
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 3/25/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Michael A. Munoz, Senior Deputy County Counsel; 105 E. Anapamu Street #201, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑568‑2950
Published: April 17, 24. May 1 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION
TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF DOROTHY VIRGINIA
DAVIS
CASE NO. 25PR00150
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:
DOROTHY VIRGINIA DAVIS
A Petition for Probate has been filed by ALISHA RENEE
WARD AKA ALISHA DAVIS
WARD in the Superior Court of California, County of SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that ALISHA RENEE
WARD AKA ALISHA DAVIS
WARD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
The Petition requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The Petition requests
authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A hearing on the petition will be held in this court on MAY 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM in Dept. 5 Room located at 1100 ANACAPA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, 93121 ANACAPA DIVISION.
If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: SAMANTHA R. SALES, ESQ. WEINER LAW, 12626 HIGH BLUFF DRIVE, SUITE 440, SAN DIEGO, CA 92130, Telephone: 858.356.9070 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25 CNS‑3913800# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SUSAN KURTZ No.: 25PR00172
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: SUSAN KURTZ A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: STEVEN K. RIDGEWAY in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.
THE PETITION requests that (name): STEVEN K. RIDGEWAY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 5/29/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121. ANACAPA DIVISION
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 04/16/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Scott G. Soulages & Braden R. Leck of Rogers, Sheffield & Campbell, LLP, 427 E. Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑963‑9721
Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8 2025. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CAROLE J. MENNIE No.: 25PR00071
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: CAROLE MENNIE, CAROLE PATTON MENNIE, CAROLE JOAN WALLING, CAROLE PATTON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: RAISSA PATTON in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.
THE PETITION requests that (name): RAISSA PATTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/22/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. pst Dept: PROBATE Room: 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street PO Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93101. PROBATE
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in
section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 4/15/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Raissa Patton;1526 Curran Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026; 323‑791‑2929
Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8 2025. NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LAURENCE K. BROWN No.: 25PR00149
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: LAURENCE K. BROWN
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: GREGORY L. BROWN in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara. THE PETITION requests that (name): GREGORY L. BROWN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)
The Independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/15/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB 5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street PO Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93101. ANACAPA DIVISION. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250. A Request for Special notice form is available from the court clerk. Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 3/27/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Stephen N. Yungling, Esq.; Mullen & Henzell, L.L.P.; 112 E. Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑966‑1501 Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:
Mona Miyasato CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISOR
By: Sheila de la Guerra, Deputy Clerk
LEGALS (CONT.)
ALBERT DACOSTA
SOCHIN AKA ALBERT
D. SOCHIN
CASE NO. 24PR00702
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of
ALBERT DACOSTA SOCHIN
AKA ALBERT D. SOCHIN.
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ERIK SOCHIN AND JEREMY SOCHIN in the Superior Court of California, County of SANTA BARBARA.
THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ERIK SOCHIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/29/25 at 9:00AM in Dept. SB 5 located at 1100 ANACAPA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93121
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner
JENNIFER N. SAWDAY ‑
SBN 228320, BRIAN J. RAMSEY ‑ SBN 265684, TREDWAY, LUMSDAINE & DOYLE, LLP
3900 KILROY AIRPORT
WAY, SUITE 240 LONG BEACH CA 90806
Telephone (562) 923‑0971
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4/24, 5/1, 5/8/25
CNS‑3916118#
SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
NOTICE OF PETITION
TO ADMINISTER
ESTATE OF:
LINDLEY M. ANDERSON
AKA LINDLEY M. REETZ
CASE NO. 25PR00197
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of LINDLEY M. ANDERSON
AKA LINDLEY M. REETZ.
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LAURA ROSSINI in the Superior Court of California, County of SANTA BARBARA.
THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that LAURA ROSSINI be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.
The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.
(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 07/03/25 at 9:00AM in Dept. SB 5 located at 1100 ANACAPA ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93121
IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.
IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.
YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE‑154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner CHARLES A. KAUSEN ‑ SBN 348007
FINLAY LAW GROUP, APC 4665 MACARTHUR CT STE 205 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660
Telephone (949) 438‑6060
BSC 226755
5/1, 5/8, 5/15/25
CNS‑3919563# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FBN ABANDONMENT
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
The following Fictitious Business Name is being abandoned: S.B. WINERY, SANTA BARBARA WINERY TASTING ROOM, SANTA BARBARA WINERY
SANTA ROSA RD., SANTA BARBARA WINERY CITY TASTING ROOM: 114 E. Haley St. #M Santa Barbara, CA 93101 The original statement for use of this Fictitious Business Name was filed 1/27/2025 in the County of Santa Barbara. Original File no. FBN 2025‑0000239. The persons or entities abandoning use of this name are as follows: S.B. Winery (same address)
The business was conducted by an A Corporation. Registrant commenced to tranact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 1, 1962 Signed by: SARA DEINHARD/EXECUTIVE VICE
PRESIDENT Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 4/17/25, FBN 2025‑0001009 E49. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
The following Fictitious Business Name is being abandoned: ASTONISHING TILE AND STONE CARE: 21 West Micheltorena Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101 The original statement for use of this Fictitious Business Name was filed 8/10/2022 in the County of Santa Barbara. Original File no. FBN 2022‑0001988. The persons or entities abandoning use of this name are as follows: Alexander Home Services, Inc. (same address) The business was conducted by an A Corporation. Registrant commenced to tranact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 9, 2022 Signed by: GREGORY ALEXANDER/PRESIDEN T Filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 4/02/25, FBN 2025‑0000861, E30. I hereby certify that this is a correct copy of the original statement on file in the Office of the County Clerk, Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL). Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SALT
BOUTIQUE: 1 West Cannon Perdido St, A Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Grace J Pauletto (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 6, 2025. Filed by: GRACE PAULETTO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 9, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000942. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ALL ABOUT SENIORS GROUP: 3868 State St Santa Barbara, CA 93105; All About Seniors Real Estate (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 03, 2020. Filed by: TERESA DIMOND/ PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 17, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000719. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s)
is/are doing business as: JACOBS
CONSULTING: 1021 San Diego Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Todd A Jacobs (same address) Kathryn P Jacobs (same address) This business is conducted by A Married Couple Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 03, 2025. Filed by: TODD JACOBS with
the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 3, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0000885. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CAMINS 2 DREAMS: 313 North St Santa Barbara, CA 93436; Kalawashaq Wine Cellars, Inc PO Box 461, Lompoc, CA 93438 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 30, 2018. Filed by: MIREIA TARIBO TENA/CFO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 24, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000792. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: 805 CONCRETE LLC: 206 La Pita Pl Buellton, CA 93427; 805 Concrete, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 01, 2020. Filed by: KYLE LEWIS/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 4, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000888. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CASTLEBAR TECHNOLOGIES, MIMESIS MEDIA: 5410 Hanna Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Dean I Nevins (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 20, 2021. Filed by: DEAN NEVINS/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 31, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000839. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EVERBRITE RELIABLE CLEANING COMPANY: 432 Old Coast Hwy Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Ashley M Lazaro Mejia (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 01, 2025. Filed by: ASHLEY LAZARO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 1, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E63. FBN Number: 2025‑0000846. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN2025‑0000738
Merit Healthcare International, Inc., 2611 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90065
This business is conducted by a Corporation
The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/13/1978. Merit Healthcare International, Inc. S/ Evone Farha, Vice President, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/18/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3909808#
SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000727
The following person(s) is doing business as: GRAPHITIC ENERGY, 600 WARD DRIVE, SUITE A, GOLETA, CA 93111 , County of SANTA BARBARA.
CZERO, INC., 600 WARD DRIVE, SUITE A, GOLETA, CA 93111;State of Inc./Org./Reg.: DELAWARE
This business is conducted by A Corporation.
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Merit Pharmaceutical, 2. Merit Pharmaceuticals, 3. US Wholesale Drug Distributors, 2611 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90065 County of LOS ANGELES
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec 15, 2024 /s/ STEVEN SWOOGER, VICE PRESIDENT
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/17/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk
4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3910238# SANTA BARBARA
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000714 The following person(s) is doing business as: DESKPASS, 430 S FAIRVIEW, GOLETA, CA 93117, County of SANTA BARBARA. YARDI SYSTEMS, INC., 430 S FAIRVIEW, GOLETA, CA 93117 This business is conducted by A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Dec 19, 2024 /s/ ARNOLD BRIER, SECRETARY, DIRECTOR This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/14/2025.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3910551# SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GILMORE GOLF LLC: 410 W Canon Perdido St Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Gilmore Golf LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 10, 2025. Filed by: BRIAN LANGLO/SOLE MEMBER/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Feb 26, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000534. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Design Review Board Hybrid Public Hearing – In Person and via Zoom Goleta City Hall – Council Chambers 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117 Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 3:00 P.M.
ATTENTION: The meeting will be held in person and via the Zoom platform. The public may also view the meeting on Goleta Channel 19 and/or online at https://www.cityofgoleta.org/goletameetings
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Design Review Board (DRB) of the City of Goleta will conduct a public hearing for the projects listed below, with the date, time, and location of the DRB public hearing set forth above. The agenda for the hearing, including how to participate virtually in the hearing via a Zoom link, will also be posted on the City website at least 72 hours before the hearing (www.cityofgoleta.org).
For Conceptual Review:
Hangar 5 placement and rehabilitation of an airport hangar and two new Quonset huts
115 Castilian Drive (APN 073-150-025)
Case No. 22-0031-DRB
10 New Residential Mixed-Used Project 7020 Calle Real (APN 077-155-003)
Case No. 25-0009-DRB
For Conceptual/Preliminary/Final Review:
People Self Help Housing Signage & California Environmental Quality Act
10 Longshore Place (APN 073-330-032)
Case No. 25-0015-DRB
Sutter Health Signage & California Environmental Quality Act 5385 Hollister Avenue (APN 071-140-075)
Case No. 25-0017-DRB
Camino Real Marketplace Tree Replacement & California Environmental Quality Act
7004 Marketplace Drive (APN 073-440-015)
Case No. 25-0006-DRB
For Final Review
Seymour Duncan Exterior Improvements 6338 Lindmar Dr (APN 073-050-030)
Case No. 25-0005-DRB
PUBLIC COMMENT: Interested people are encouraged to provide public comments during the public hearing in person or virtually through the Zoom webinar, by following the instructions listed on the Design Review Board meeting agenda. Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by emailing the Planning and Environmental Review Department at PERmeetings@cityofgoleta.org. Written comments will be distributed to the Design Review Board and published on the City’s Meeting and Agenda page.
FOR PROJECT INFORMATION: For further information on the project, contact Mary Chang, at (805) 961-7567 or mchang@cityofgoleta.org. For inquiries in Spanish, please contact Marcos Martinez at (805) 562-5500 or mmartinez@cityofgoleta.org. Staff reports and documents will be posted approximately 72 hours before the hearing on the City’s website at www.cityofgoleta.org
In accordance with Gov. Code Section 65103.5, only non-copyrighted plans or plans that the designer has given permission have been published on the City’s website. The full set of plans is available for review at the Planning Counter during counter hours or by contacting the staff member listed for the item 805-961-7543.
Note: If you challenge the nature of the above action in court, you may be limited to only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City on or before the date of the hearing (Government Code Section 65009(b)(2)).
Note: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in the hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 961-7505 or cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the hearing will enable City staff to make reasonable arrangements.
Publish: Santa Barbara Independent 5/1/25
LEGALS (CONT.)
2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s)
is/are doing business as: CRIMSON
ARMS: 1425 Robbins Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; MJR Arms And Supplies LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 20, 2025. Filed by:
MICHAEL J RODRIGUEZ/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 24, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000780. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE WELL: 2350 Lillie Avenue Summerland, CA 93067; Big Daddy’s Antiques PO Box 1238 Summerland, CA 93067 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 26, 2020. Filed by: STEVEN SHANE BROWN/OWNER & FOUNDER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 31, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000843. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN2025‑0000816
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mama Thrive, 3131 Calkins Road #403, Los Olivos, CA 93441 County of SANTA BARBARA
Rebecca Christine Burditt, 3131 Calkins Road #403, Los Olivos, CA 93441
This business is conducted by an Individual
The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/04/2024.
S/ Rebecca Christine Burditt
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/27/2025.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3866296#
SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN2025‑0000817
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:
SYV WEALTH ADVISORS, 1050 Edison St., Suite A, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 County of SANTA BARBARA
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY WEALTH
ADVISORS LLC, 1050 EDISON ST, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460
This business is conducted by a limited liability company
The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A.
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY WEALTH ADVISORS LLC
S/ BRADLEY SICOFF, MANAGING MEMBER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on N/A.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3904174#
SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000822
The following person(s) is doing business as:
PROPERTY PAYMENT‑RENT, 430 S FAIRVIEW SANTA BARBARA, CA 93117, County of SANTA BARBARA.
YARDI SYSTEMS, INC., 430 S FAIRVIEW SANTA BARBARA, CA 93117; CALIFORNIA
This business is conducted by A CORPORATION.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOV 01, 2009 /s/ ARNOLD BRIER, SECRETARY
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/27/2025.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3911799#
SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000818
The following person(s) is doing business as:
NOVA BRIAR, 2443 RUBEL WAY
APT J SANTA MARIA, CA 93455, County of SANTA BARBARA.
JESSICA DAWN BARRINGTON, 2443 RUBEL WAY APT J SANTA MARIA, CA 93455
This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ JESSICA DAWN BARRINGTON, OWNER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/27/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1/25
CNS‑3908014#
SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WINE CASK, THE WINE CASK, INTERMEZZO BY WINE CASK, INTERMEZZO: 813 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; SB Wine Cask LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 05, 2009.
Filed by: JOHN O’NEIL/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 4, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000586. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: IVY & ELDER: 634 San Marino Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Ivy And Elder LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 12, 2025. Filed by: VANESSA MEDINA/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 14, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000707. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RGA, RMTE: 112 El Paseo Santa Barbara, CA 93101;
Connected 2050: Regional Transportation Plan & Sustainable Communities Strategy
Governments (SBCAG) will hold two public hearings and conduct a 55-day public comment period for the Draft Connected 2050 Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP-SCS). The public hearings will take place at the SBCAG Board of Directors meetings:
Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors Hearing Room 105 E. Anapamu Street, 4th Floor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors Hearing Room 511 East Lakeside Parkway Santa Maria, CA 93455
There are a number of opportunities for members of the public to participate in the SBCAG Board of Directors meetings. More information on how to participate in the SBCAG Board of Directors meetings will be available on the agendas to be published 72 hours prior to each meeting on SBCAG’s website at www.sbcag.org. Written comments should be e-mailed to info@sbcag.org or mailed via U.S. Postal Service to SBCAG at 260 North San Antonio Road, Suite B, Santa Barbara, CA 93110.
Comments should be received no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
The Draft Connected 2050 RTP-SCS is available online at https://www.sbcag.org/planning-programming/long-range-planning/. For more information, the public can contact SBCAG by phone at (805) 600-4477. SBCAG is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for these meetings. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodation requests should be made 48 hours in advance of public meetings to SBCAG at (805) 600-4477.
RMTE 432 Los Verdes Drive Santa Barbara, CA 93111 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 01, 2025. Filed by: RYAN MILLS/PRESIDENT/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 25, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000800. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GUINTO’S AUTOMOTIVE: 5940 Matthews St Goleta, CA 93117; Emmanuel Guinto 1134 E. Haley St Santa Barbara, CA 93103 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 23, 2025. Filed by:
EMMAUNUEL GUINTO/BUSINESS OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 27, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000820. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HUCKABEE & ASSOCIATES: 8640 National Blvd Culver City, CA 90232; Rachlin Partners, Inc. 801 Cherry St Suite 500 Fort Worth, TX 76102 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 01, 2025. Filed by: NICOLE MANGINO/CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 3, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000871. Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OPHORA
WATER TECHNOLOGIES: 1030 Cindy Lane Carpinteria, CA 93013; Perfect Water Worldwide LLC 1482 East Valley Rd Suite 653 Santa Barbara, CA 93108
This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 1, 2010. Filed by: KEN GUOIN/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 13, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000670. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MARAMI VINEYARDS: 1251 W Laurel Ave, Unit 32‑37 Lompoc, CA 93436; Marami Vineyards LLC 1187 Coast Village Rd Ste 809 Santa Barbara, CA 93108
This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Oct 16, 2024. Filed by: AMIE GODFREY/MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 9, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000787. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: REDEEMER
BIBLE CHURCH OF SANTA BARBARA: 736 W. Islay Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Calvary Baptist Church of Santa Barbara (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 21, 1955. Filed by: ARVINE DUVAL/ CHAIRMAN with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 8, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland,
County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000918. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: THERAPY DOGS OF AMERICA: 4844 El Carro Lane Santa Barbara, CA 93013; Therapy Dogs of America PO Box 3534 Santa Barbara, CA 93130 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 01, 1997. Filed by: CAREY BRADSHAW/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 8, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000929. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GENERATION FARADAY: 118 East Ortega Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Merakai LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 01, 2024. Filed by: RYAN JUDY/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 3, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000877. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA SOUNDPROOFING: 106 Santa Falicia Dr. Goleta, CA 93117; Property Solutions Etc. 4080 Royal Ave. Eugene, OR 97402 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: PHIL ALLEN/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 5, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000599. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ROTARY ENGINEERING: 6522 Camino Venturoso Goleta, CA 93117; Brandon H Droese (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 6, 2020. Filed by: BRANDON DROESE/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 27, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000821. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BLAKEMORE BOOKKEEPING: 1515 Alta Vista Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Jason L. Blakemore (same address) Anita H Blakemore (same address) This business is conducted by A Married Couple Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 4, 2025. Filed by: JASON L BLAKEMORE/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 8, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000927. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JRIOS AUTOMOTIVE: 5940 Matthews St Goleta, CA 93117; Justin Rios (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: JUSTIN
RIOS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 13, 2025.
This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000692. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000829
The following person(s) is doing business as: 5213 PRINTS, 1405 SALINAS PL SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, County of SANTA BARBARA. VARGAS5213 LLC, 1405 SALINAS PL SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103; CA
This business is conducted by A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAR 13, 2025 /s/ JULIO VARGAS, MANAGING MEMBER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/27/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8/25 CNS‑3914714# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SB COUNTY VOAD: 1111 Chapala, Ste 200 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Santa Barbara Foundation (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: JAQUELINE CARRERA/ PRESIDENT & CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 9, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000934. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANGER, HANLEY, SANGER & AVILA, LLP: 222 East Carrillo Street, Suite 300 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Sanger Law Firm, P.C. (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: ROBERT M. SANGER/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 27, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0000826. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WILD HEARTS RANCH: 1301 McMurray Rd Buellton, CA 93427; Christina M Ciaccio (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 1, 2025. Filed by: CHRISTINA MARIE CIACCIO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 25, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E55. FBN Number: 2025‑0000795. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COLLECTIVE: 1130 Arbolado Road Santa Barbara, CA 93103; James B Sterne (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 11, 2025. Filed by: JAMES B STERNE/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 10, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000956. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE SANGER FAMILY OF WINES, MARIANELLO, CONSILIENCE, CONSILIENCE WINE, CONSILIENCE WINERY, CONSILIENCE WINES, MARIANELLO WINE, MARIANELLO WIERY, MARIANELLOW WINES, SANGER VINEYARD, SANGER VINEYARDS, SANGER OLIVE FARM, SANGER OLIVE FARM & VINEYARDS, SANGER FAMILY, SANGER FAMILY WINERY, SANGER FAMILY WINES, TRE ANELLI, TRE ANELLI WINE, TRE ANELLI WINERY: 1584 Mission Drive Solvang, CA 93463; SFW LLC
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
The
is/are
WINE CO, M&M WINE
Buellton,
M&M
Distribution & Fulfillment,
&
&
(same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 25, 2025. Filed by: MATHEW CURTO/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 25, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000804. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WINE TASTING DD: 719 s. Lincoln St, Apt D Santa Barbara, CA 93458; Christopher M Simon (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 17, 2025. Filed by: CHRISTOPHER SIMON with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 21, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30.
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: PMG EXECUTIVE GROUP, PMG SERVICE GROUP, PPI ASSOCIATES, PIVOTAL EXECUTIVE GROUP, PIVOTAL MARKETING GROUP: 3201 Airpark Dr Ste 201 Santa Maria, CA 93455; Pivotal Perspectives Inc (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 9, 2025. Filed by: BEIJAH FOISIA/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 10, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000952. Published: Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
LEGALS (CONT.)
4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15/25
CNS‑3907469#
SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EL PAYASITO
PARTY SUPPLIES: 306 E Haley St Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Oscar Ardian (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: OSCAR ARDIAN/
OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 16, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0000995. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OBSIDIAN
FARMS‑BY BOB’S WELL BREAD: 2449 Baseline Ave. Ste 1 Solvang, CA 93463; Bob’s Well Bread LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 11, 2025. Filed by: ROBERT OSWAKS/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 14, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000970. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: INDIE BEAUTY COLLECTIVE: 11 W. De La Guerra Street Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Tracy L Hanson (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 27, 2025. Filed by: TRACY HANSON/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 3, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000879. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION, UFFIZI ORDER, SB ACT, ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION, ACT: 621 Chapala St Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Advancing Collective Transformation PO Box 217 Santa Barbara, CA 93102 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: RICH SANDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 15, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0000986. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RIVIERA BRAND MEDIA: 3043 Paseo Del Descanso Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Riviera Brand Imaging, LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 30, 2024. Filed by: BRIAN WINCKLER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 14, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E49. FBN Number: 2025‑0000974.
Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SHERWOOD
INTERNATIONAL CONSULTING
GROUP: 5667 Cielo Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93117; Morris Sherwood (same address) This business is conducted by
A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 29, 2010. Filed by: MORRIS
SHERWOOD/CONSULTANT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 16, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001005. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EXECUTIVE TREE SERVICE: 4573 Carpinteria Avenue, Apt. 15 Carpinteria, CA 93013; Gabino Nova Ramirez (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: GABINO NOVA RAMIREZ with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 8, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000919. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: INEZ OLIVE OIL: 2030 Edison Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Erah of Inez LLC 16509 Saticoy, Van Nuys, CA 91406 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 1, 2024. Filed by: STEPHEN ZIMMERMAN/MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 15, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0000981. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT
File No. FBN 2025‑0000830
The following person(s) is doing business as:
MONTECITO HOME FINANCE, 661 CIRCLE DR SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108, County of SANTA BARBARA.
JEFFREY BOCHISLER, 661 CIRCLE DR SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108
This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL.
The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ JEFFREY BOCHSLER, OWNER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/27/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15/25 CNS‑3913539# SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: FORESEEABLES: 816 Veronica Springs Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Garrett C Cuffel PO Box 30531 Santa Barbara, CA 93105 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 15, 2025. Filed by: GARRETT CUFFEL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 14, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000966. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: STARRY SKY COFFEE COMPANY: 800 S. College Drive, Building G Santa Maria, CA 93454; Steven P Funkhouser PO Box 6793 Santa Maria, CA 93456 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 14, 2009. Filed by: STEVEN FUNKHOUSER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Mar 24, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000784. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: COMMUNITY
SYSTEMS CONSULTING: 209 Calle Palo Colorado Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Maria Chesley (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 16, 2025. Filed by: MARIA CHESLEY/ MANAGING CONSULTANT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 17, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001017. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SHIFT YOUR REALITY: 1062 Miramonte Dr 9 Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Julia Freedman (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 8, 2025. Filed by: JULIA FREEDMAN/INDIVIDUAL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 9, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000941. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HERMOSA VISTA LANDSCAPING: 4280 Calle Real
Spc 17 Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Noe Cervantes Mendoza (same address)
This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 10, 2025. Filed by: NOE
CERVANTES MENDOZA/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 14, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000975. Published: Apr 24. May 1, 8, 15 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BURNING STONE TILE & SUPPLIES, BURNING STONE TILE INC: 816 N Milpas Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Burning Stone Construction, Inc (same address)
This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: LORENA FLORES
HERNANDEZ/SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 25, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E49. FBN Number: 2025‑0001070.
Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. FBN2025‑0000909
The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:
1. SOMERBELLA, 5069 PRESQULE DR, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455 County of SANTA BARBARA
Yacubelli LLC, 606 Alamo Pintado Rd Suite 3163, Solvang, CA 93463
This business is conducted by a limited liability company
The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/26/2025. Yacubelli LLC
S/ JACOB VIENINGS, OWNER
This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 04/07/2025.
Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22/25 CNS‑3890815# SANTA BARBARA
INDEPENDENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SAN MARCOS PASS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT: 271 Rosario Park Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Wildland Resients Association PO Box 1289 Goleta, CA 93116 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr
01, 1982. Filed by: INA J. BRITTAIN/ SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 22, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001039. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRAVE HONOR: 217 w aNAPAMU sT uNIT 4 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Michael C O’Boyle (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: MICHAEL O’BOYLE/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 22, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001040. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CHOSEN: 1035 E. Yanonali Street Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Colema & Spouse LLC (same address) This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 01, 2025. Filed by: ARIELLA COLEMAN/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 8, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E24. FBN Number: 2025‑0000915. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRASSROOT: 330 E. Anapamu St 1/2 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Alisa Bilyk 464 Serpa Way Folsom, CA 95630 (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Feb 23, 2025. Filed by: ALISA YK/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 4, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000892. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ROBELLA’S CANDLES AND SHINE: 909 Barcelona Dr Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Rocio Cruz (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: ROCIO CRUZ BEDOLLA/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 21, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001032. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TUBIECLEAR, TUBIECLEAR EAR DRYING SYSTEM: 629 S C St Lompoc, CA 93436; Tubie, Inc (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 9, 2025. Filed by: JACQUE TANNER/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 17, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001013. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GSS ELECTRICAL: 2430 Pine Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Gambino Specialty Services 1375 E Grand Ave 103 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 17, 2025. Filed by: MICHAEL GAMBINO/OWNER with the County
Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 21, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001037. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: BREATHE AND BLOOM YOGA SB: 18 W Calle Laureles Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Katelyn G Coo (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Mar 27, 2025. Filed by: KATELYN COO/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 03, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0000878. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY: 3740 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Ferris Dental PC (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 30, 2020. Filed by: MICHELLE RESTIVO/COO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 03, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E71. FBN Number: 2025‑0000882. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRANDE
MANAGEMENT: 237 Barrington Place Lompoc, CA 93436; Grande Management (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Apr 26, 2025. Filed by: ALFREDO LOPEZ/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 28, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001088.
Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SB ROOT
PROTECTOR: 816 N Milpas Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Iban Rosas Silva (same address) Lorena Flores Hernandez (same address) This business is conducted by A General Partnership Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: LORENA FLORES
HERNANDEZ/GENERAL PARTNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Apr 25, 2025. This statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk (SEAL) by E49. FBN Number: 2025‑0001071. Published: May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
LIEN SALE
LIEN SALE ON 5/6/2025 @ 10AM Classic Collision Goleta Address:5901 Hollister Ave Goleta, Ca 93117 2006 Hummer H3 License:9AYX195
PUBLIC
Vin#5GTDN136768173767
NAME CHANGE
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:ELISABETH ANN BECKER CASE NUMBER: 25CV01490 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: PETITIONER: ELISABETH ANN BECKER A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows: PRESENT NAME: ELISABETH ANN BECKER
PROPOSED NAME: ELIZABETH ANN BECKER
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing May 12, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, ANACAPA DIVISION A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated NC, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterene of the Superior Court.
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Projects identified to receive Measure A revenues for the five-year period include, but are not limited to, improvements on Highway 101 on the South Coast, Highway 166 Safety and Operational Improvements, streets and roads improvements countywide, bicycle, pedestrian and safe routes to school improvements, interregional transit, and reduced transit fares for the elderly and disabled. For more information about the Measure A Program, please visit SBCAG Measure A webpage at: www.sbcag.org/measure-a
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Published Mar 27. Apr 3, 10, 17 2025.
AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE
APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: SAMANTHA JOY
LANDIS CASE NUMBER: 25CV00675
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
PETITIONER: SAMANTHA JOY LANDIS
A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows:
PRESENT NAME: SAMANTHA JOY
LANDIS
PROPOSED NAME: JUNE JOY LANDIS
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court
days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing May 19, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, CIVIL A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated 03/24/2025, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterene of the Superior Court. Published Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
1ST AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:SVETLANA DOLEV CASE NUMBER: 25CV01800
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
PETITIONER: SVETLANA DOLEV A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows:
PRESENT NAME: YAROSLAVA
MURZINA PROPOSED NAME: YARA DOLEV
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing May 19, 2025,
10:00 am, DEPT: SB‑5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated 04/01/2025, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterene of the Superior Court. Published Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:PERLA GUADALUPE ESTRADA CHAVARRIA CASE NUMBER: 25CV01872
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
PETITIONER: PERLA GUADALUPE ESTRADA CHAVARRIA A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s)
as follows: PRESENT NAME: PERLA GUADALUPE ESTRADA CHAVARRIA
PROPOSED NAME: PERLA GUADALUPE RIVERA ESTRADA
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing June 6, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Anacapa Division A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated 04/10/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published Apr 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025.
AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: FRANCES MARIE
PRESTON CASE NUMBER: 25CV01961 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
PETITIONER: FRANCES MARIE
PRESTON A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows:
PRESENT NAME: FRANCES MARIE
PRESTON
PROPOSED NAME: FRANCESCA MARIE
PRESTON
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
Notice of Hearing May 28, 2025, 8:30 am, DEPT: SM 1, SUPERIOR COURT COUNTY OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 312 East Cook Street, Building E. Santa Maria, CA 93454, COOK DIVISION A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated APRIL 26, 2025, JUDGE Patricia L. Kelly of the Superior Court. Published May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:ARNULFO DIAZ CASE NUMBER: 25CV02131
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
PETITIONER: ARNULFO DIAZ A petition has been filed by the above named Petitioner(s) in Santa Barbara Superior Court for decree changing name (s) as follows:
PRESENT NAME: ARNULFO DIAZ
PROPOSED NAME: ARNULFO PULIDO
DIAZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
Notice of Hearing June 13, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa
Barbara, CA 93101, CIVIL BRANCH
A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published in the Santa Barbara Independent, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition. Dated 04/18/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
PUBLIC NOTICES
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
NOTICE OF INTENT TO ACCEPT THE GRANT DEED TO 2615 CASPIA LANE
Notice is hereby given that, on May 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, in the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room in County Administration Building located at 105 E. Anapamu St., 4 th Floor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors intends to accept the grant deed to consummate purchase of the property located in an Unincorporated Area of Santa Barbara County, Assessor Parcel Number 005‑700‑008, for a total purchase price of $160,800 from the Gwendolyn Maxine Hall Living Trust.
Publication Date 4/17/25, 4/24/25, 5/1/25
OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT
Wildfire Risk Reduction Project Los Padres National Forest
The Forest Service is seeking comments on a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Wildfire Risk Reduction Project. The Los Padres National Forest (LPNF) Wildfire Risk Reduction Project aims to increase community/infrastructure protection and wildfire containment opportunities by establishing fuelbreaks, defense zones, and improve vegetation resilience and the health of forested areas from environmental stressors. The LPNF proposes a series of vegetation treatments on approximately 90,796 acres of land administered by the LPNF within Kern, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties. The draft EA is available for review online at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/projects/lpnf/ landmanagement/projects; click the View Project link for the Wildfire Risk Reduction Project.
This project is subject to comment pursuant to 36 CFR 218, Subparts A and B. Only those who submit timely project‑specific written comments during a designated public comment period are eligible to file an objection. Individuals or representatives of an entity submitting comments must sign the comments or verify identity upon request. Comments received in response to this solicitation, including names and addresses of those who comment, will be part of the public record for this project. Comments submitted anonymously will be accepted and considered; however, anonymous comments will not provide the Forest Service with the ability to provide the respondent subsequent environmental documents. Comments on this proposal will be accepted for 30‑days following publication of this legal notice, which is the exclusive means for calculating the comment period. Commenters should not rely upon dates or timeframe information provided by any other source. It is the commenter’s responsibility to ensure timely receipt of comments (36 CFR 218.25). Comments may be submitted electronically online via the Wildfire Risk Reduction Project website (above). From the project website, click on the ‘Comment/Object on Project’ link located on the right‑hand side under the ‘Get Connected’ box. Alternatively, you can use the following link to submit electronic comment: https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/ Public/CommentInput?Project=62369.
Comments may also be mailed to the LPNF Supervisor’s Office, Attn: Kyle Kinports; 1980 Old Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463; or hand delivered to the LPNF Supervisor’s; Office during business hours (Monday‑ Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm PST). For additional information, contact Kyle Kinports, Forest Planner, at (805) 961‑5710. NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF COLLATERAL To: Ronald D. Bellman and Susan C. Bellman 340 Old Mill Road Space 3 Santa Barbara, CA 93110 WT Capital Lender Services File # 25‑14315‑165 Account# 2512110101 From: WT Capital Lender Services, a California corporation 7522 North Colonial Avenue, Suite 111 Fresno, California 93711 Phone: 559‑228‑8393 Beneficiary: Community West Bank 445 Pine Avenue Goleta, Ca 93117 This communication is made in an attempt to collect upon a debt or judgment and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Community West Bank, hereinafter referred to as ("Community") will sell your mobile home, truck camper or floating home which registered with the Department of Housing and Community Development under the Registration/Serial numbers 02720170AN and 02720170BN and Label/Insignia numbers 156889 and 156890 and Decal No. AAN9013 located at 340 Old Mill Road Space 3, Santa Barbara, Ca 93110 to the highest qualified bidder in public as follows: Date of Sale: 5/21/2025 Time: 1:00 PM Place: The north door of the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, Ca 93110 The sale is based on the mobile home's Certificate of title and is for the mobile home only. The sale is not for the leasehold estate upon which the mobile home is presently located. Qualified bidders with an interest in the leasehold estate can contact the mobile home park/ community in advance of the sale. Qualified bidders, other than Community West Bank, bid at the sale with notice that they are purchasing the mobile home only and may be subject to eviction by the mobile home park/community. Such sale is being made by reason of your default on 12/1/2024 under that certain Security Agreement, dated 12/11/2024, between you, as debtor, and Community West Bank, N.A., as secured party, and pursuant to the rights of the undersigned under said Security Agreement and Section 9610 et seq. of the California Commercial Code The sale will be made without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, encumbrances, possession, quiet enjoyment, or the like. At any time before the sale, you may redeem the collateral in accordance with Section 9623 of the California Uniform Commercial Code anytime before we sell it by paying the full amount you owe (not just the past due payments), including our expenses and fees incurred. Please be advised that if you notify my office within 30 days that all or a part of your obligation to Community West Bank is disputed, then I will mail to you written verification of the obligation and the amounts owed to Community West Bank. In addition, upon your request within 30 days of receipt of this letter, I will provide you with the name and address of the original creditor, if different from the current creditor. You may request an accounting by calling WT Capital Lender Services at (559) 228‑8393.
LEGALS (CONT.)
activities, you may contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1‑877‑ FTC‑HELP or www.ftc.gov The account is due and owing the sum of $120,895.53 plus interest at the contract rate from 4/24/2025, plus any amounts necessary to reimburse WT Capital Lender Services for reasonable foreclosure fees and costs as well as any other sums to which Community West Bank, may be entitled to under the terms of your agreement. To learn the exact amount you must pay, call us at WT Capital Lender Services at (559) 228‑8393. If you want us to explain to you in writing how we have figured the amount that you owe us, you may call us at (559) 228‑8393. Dated: April 15, 2025 W.T. Capital Lender Services Nate Kucera, Chief Executive Officer, on behalf of Secured Creditor, Community West Bank (IFS# 38900 04/24/25, 05/01/25)
NOTICE OF DISPOSITION OF COLLATERAL To: Jill Jacqueline Homer 2121 Via Visalia Santa Maria, Ca 93458 WT Capital Lender Services File# Account# 2518020801 From:
WT Capital Lender Services, a California corporation 7522 North Colonial Avenue, Suite 111 Fresno, California 93711 Phone: 559‑228‑8393
Beneficiary: Community West Bank, fka Community West Bank, N.A. 445 Pine Avenue Goleta, Ca 93117
This communication is made in an attempt to collect upon a debt or judgment and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Community West Bank, fka Community West Bank, N.A hereinafter (“Community”) will sell your mobile home, truck camper or floating home which registered with the Department of Housing and Community Development under the Registration/Serial numbers CAHK01241715915389A and CAHK01241715915389B and Label/ Insignia numbers RAD616757 and RAD616758 and Decal No. LAS3609 located at 2121 Via Visalia, Santa Maria, Ca 93458 to the highest qualified bidder in public as follows:
Date of Sale: 5/28/2025 Time: 1:00 PM
Place: The north door of the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, Ca 93110 The sale is based on the mobile home’s Certificate of title and is for the mobile home only. The sale is not for the leasehold estate upon which the mobile home is presently located. Qualified bidders with an interest in the leasehold estate can contact the mobile home park/community in advance of the sale. Qualified bidders, other than Community West Bank, bid at the sale with notice that they are purchasing the mobile home only and may be subject to eviction by the mobile home park/community. Such sale is being made by reason of your default on 8/5/2024 under that certain Security Agreement, dated 3/1/2018, between you, as debtor, and Community West Bank, N.A., as secured party, and pursuant to the rights of the undersigned under said Security Agreement and Section 9610 et seq. of the California Commercial Code
The sale will be made without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, at any time before the sale, you may redeem the collateral in accordance with Section 9623 of the California Uniform Commercial Code anytime before we sell it by paying the full amount you owe (not just the past due payments), including our expenses and fees incurred. Please be advised that if you notify my office within 30 days that all or a part of your obligation to Community West Bank is disputed, then I will mail to you written verification of the obligation and the amounts owed to Community West Bank. In addition, upon your request within 30 days of receipt of this letter, I will provide you with the name and address of the original creditor, if different from the current creditor. You may request an accounting by calling WT Capital Lender Services at (559) 228‑ 8393. If I do not hear from you within 30 days, I will assume that your debt to Community West Bank is
Practices Act require that, except under unusual circumstances, collectors may not contact you before 8 a.m. or after 9 p.m. They may not harass you by using threats of violence or arrest or by using obscene language. Collectors may not use false or misleading statements or call you at work if they know or have reason to know that you may not receive personal calls at work. For the most part, collectors may not tell another person, other than your attorney or spouse, about your debt. Collectors may contact another person to confirm your location or enforce a judgment. For more information about debt collection activities, you may contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1‑877‑ FTC‑HELP or www.ftc.gov . The account is due and owing the sum of $107,638.87 plus interest at the contract rate from 4/30/2025, plus any amounts necessary to reimburse WT Capital Lender Services for reasonable foreclosure fees and costs as well as any other sums to which Community West Bank, may be entitled to under the terms of your agreement. To learn the exact amount you must pay, call us at WT Capital Lender Services at (559) 228‑8393. If you want us to explain to you in writing how we have figured the amount that you owe us, you may call us at (559) 228‑8393.
Dated: April 25, 2025 W.T.
CAPITAL LENDER SERVICES, A California corporation By: Nate Kucera, Chief Executive Officer, on behalf of Secured Creditor, Community West Bank (IFS# 39015 05/01/25, 05/08/25)
SUMMONS
SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): KEN VENTURA, also known as KENNETH MARK VENTURA, an individual; and, DOES, 1 through 10 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): THOMAS ELSNER, an individual
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.
You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff.
A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center(www.courtinfo.ca. gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.
There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. !ADVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una
llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Santa Barbara Superior Court 1100 Anacapa St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101 CASE NO: (Número del Caso): 24CV07130
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección, y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante que no tiene abogado es): Christina Vanarelli, CHRISTINA VANARELLI, INC., APLC, 674 County Square Dr., Ste, 304, Ventura, CA 93003. Tel (805) 507‑0664
DATE (Fecha): 12/18/2024. Clerk, by (Secretario) /s/ Narzralli Baksh, Deputy (Adjunto) Published: Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
AMENDED SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JAMIE ELIASON, an individual, FRUITION ENDEAVORS, GP, an unincorporated company,; and DOES 1‑25, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): TERRY STAIN, an individual NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.
You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this Summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff.
A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center(www.courtinfo.ca. gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.
There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away.
If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Website
(www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. !ADVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.
Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en el formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Santa Barbara Superior Court, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101.
CASE NO: (Número del Caso): 24CV06630
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección, y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante que no tiene abogado es): David Phillips; 2648 International Blvd, Ste. 115, Oakland, CA 94601; Tel (415) 272‑2240 DATE (Fecha): 2/13/2025. Clerk, by (Secretario) /s/ Preston Frye, Deputy (Adjunto)
Published Apr 10, 17, 24. May 1 2025.
PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM AND ORDER TO GO TO SMALL CLAIMS COURT
Notice to the person being sued: You are the defendant if your name is listed on page 2 of this form. The person suing you is the plaintiff, listed in 1 on page 2. You and the plaintiff must go to court on the trial date listed below. If you do not go to court, you may lose the case. If you lose, the court can order that your wages, money, or property be taken to pay this claim. Bring witnesses, receipts, and any evidence you need to prove your case. Read this form and all pages attached to understand the claim against you and to protect your rights.
AVISO AL DEMANDADO: Usted es el Demandado si su nombre figura en 2 de la pagina 2 de este formulario. La persona que lo demanda es el Demandante, la que figura en 1 de pagina 2. Usted y el Demandante tienen que presentarse en la corte en la fecha del juicio indicada a continuacion. Si no se presenta, puede perder el caso. Si pierde el caso la corte podria ordenar que le quiten de su sucldo, dinero u
otros bienes para pagar este reclamo. Lleve testigos, recibos y cualquier otra prucba que nccesite para probar sucaso. Lea este formulario y todas las paginas adjuntas para entender la demanda en su contra y para proteger sus derechos.
ORDER TO GO TO COURT: May 5, 2025; 9:00 am Dept 3 Darrel E. Parker, Executive Officer 2/6/2025 by Preston Frye, Deputy. Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101; ANACAPA DIVISION CASE NO:25CV00854
1: Plaintiff: Kim Berendtsen 1221 San Andres Street #A Santa Barbara, CA 93101; (805) 705‑2009
2: Defendant: Guadalupe Velazquez
626 W. Carrillo Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101;
3: The Plaintiff claims the Defendant owes $9,960.00 (Explain Below):
a) Why does the Defendant owe the Plaintiff money? Back rent is owed from former tenancy. If no specific date, give the time period: Date started: 12/01/2023
Through: January 20, 2025. How did you calculate the money owed to you?
(Do not include court costs or fees for service.) Amounts loaned for legal fees regarding court matters and/or remaining attorney fees unpaid.
4: You must ask the Defendant (in person, in writing, or by phone) to pay you before you sue. Have you done this? Yes
5: Why are you filing your claim at this courthouse? This courthouse covers the area (check the one that applies):
a. (1) Where the Defendant lives or does business.
6: List the zip code of the place checked in #5 above (if you know): 93101; 7: Is your claim about an attorney‑client fee dispute? No
8: Are you suing a public entity? No
9: Have you filed more than 12 other small claims within the last 12 months in California? No
10: Is your claim for mor than $2,500?
Yes
11: I understand that by filing a claim in small claims court, I have no right to appeal this claim.
I declare, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information above and on any attachments to this form is true and correct.
Date: 02/05/25 Kim Behrendtsen
Published: April 17, 24. May 1, 8 2025. SUMMONS ‑ (FAMILY LAW) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: GERARDO FLORES AVISO AL DEMANDANDO: PETITIONER’S NAME IS: LONNA PAGE FLORES NOMBRE DEL DEMANDANTE: CASE NUMBER: (NUMERO DEL CASO) 19FL00291
You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL‑120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self‑Help Center (www.courts. ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.
NOTICE‑RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. These orders are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.
FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.
Tiene 30 dias calendario despues de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL‑120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o
COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
STATE OF CALIFORINIA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. AVISO‑LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: valen para ambos cónyuges o pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte de otras órdenes. Cualquier autoridad de la ley que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acabar en cualquier lugar de California. EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. 1.The name and address of the court are (El nombre y direccion de la corte son): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA Courthouse 1100 Anacapa Street , Santa Barbara, CA 93101. The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: Lonna Page Flores 3732 Brent Street santa Barbara, CA 93105; (805‑698‑3823) (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Dated February 11, 2019. Clerk, by (Secretario, por) Johnny Aviles, Deputy Clerk (Asistente) Published May 1, 8, 15, 22 2025.
In the Board of Supervisors’ Hearing Room 511 East Lakeside Parkway, Santa Maria, CA
The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara in the County Hearing Rooms located at 511 East Lakeside Parkway in Santa Maria and 105 East Anapamu Street in Santa Barbara on May 13, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter. Please see www.countyofsb.org for web streaming of the meeting, agenda, supplemental materials, and minutes, as well as page two of the agenda for a description of public participation options available to provide testimony on actions regarding the adoption of the proposed benefit assessment charges for County Service Area 3, County Service Area 31, and the Santa Barbara North County Lighting District for fiscal year 2025-2026, adoption of the resolutions regarding the collection of said charges on the tax rolls, and approving the proposed California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption per CEQA Guidelines (CCR Section 15273(a)(1)-(4)). A copy of the reports with the proposed charges can be viewed with the materials docketed for this item in the agenda. This information may also be obtained by calling the County Department of Public Works at (805) 803-8750 during business hours. Comments, objections or protests to the adoption of the proposed benefit assessment charges may be presented at the hearing or filed with the Clerk of the Board before the public hearing, whose address is 105 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, California, 93101.
For current methods of public participation for the meeting of May 13, 2025, please see page two (2) of the posted Agenda. The posted agenda will be available on Thursday prior to the above referenced meeting for a more specific time for this item. However, the order of the agenda may be rearranged, or the item may be continued.
Staff reports and the posted agenda is available on the Thursday prior to the meeting at http://santabarbara.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx under the hearing date or contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240 for alternative options.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by 4:00 PM on Friday before the Board meeting. For information about these services please contact the Clerk of the Board at (805) 568-2240.
If you challenge this project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Board of Supervisors prior to the public hearing. G.C. Section 65009, 6066, and 6062a.
