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by Roger Durling | Photos by Ingrid Bostrom

If you look at last week’s cover shot, you can see our photographer Ingrid Bostrom in the reflection of a masked militarized person’s glasses at the federal raids at Glass House Farms. Out on the front lines, Bostrom was quick to capture the show of force and the community rallying during the chaos. Can you describe what it was like for you to experience such chaos in your town and near your home? My family and I settled in Carpinteria in 2017 after relocating from Dominica, West Indies. We chose Carpinteria as a gentle transition from peaceful island life. Among many merits, Carpinteria is revered for its close-knit community and sense of safety. A militarized blockade around the corner from home felt like a terrorizing assault designed to intimidate and control our community.

What was it like during the raid? I rushed to the early scene to witness uniformed individuals lining the street, clutching oversized weapons like security blankets, with several holding cameras, pointing back at me from masked and unmasked faces. I shook off my nerves and my instincts to document took over. In my scurry to the scene, I only had a telephoto lens with me, so many of the captures ended up very intimate and singled out on one officer with my reflection in their glasses more apparent than their own identities. Over the course of about two hours, photo ops were the easiest part compared to dodging flash-bangs and smoke.

Derek Harrison. Photo by Ingrid Bostrom. Design by Xavier Pereyra.

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Elliott Hundley: Proscenium Through August 3

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NEWS of the WEEK

by RYAN P. CRUZ, CALLIE FAUSEY, JACKSON FRIEDMAN, TYLER HAYDEN, ELLA HEYDENFELDT, CHRISTINA McDERMOTT, NICK WELSH, and JEAN YAMAMURA

Fiesta Goes on Despite ICE Concerns

Fritz Olenberger, El Presidente of this year’s Old Spanish Days celebration, quelled concerns over immigration enforcement, saying organizers were doing everything they could to ensure a “fun and safe” Fiesta week, and that all events were set to proceed as scheduled.

Olenberger’s comments during last week’s press conference addressed the recent increase of federal immigration enforcement in Santa Barbara County, and concerns voiced by community members worried that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could show up during the week of festivities.

“We’ve all heard about the raids of the marijuana farms in Carpinteria. Raiding a marijuana farm is quite a bit different than raiding a 101-year-old festival,” Olenberger said, referring to the raids of two Glass House Farms cannabis facilities on July 10. “I’m not saying it won’t I’m not saying people don’t have concerns about it I just don’t see it happening.”

He said Old Spanish Days organizers worked with city officials to create a protocol should ICE show up to Fiesta events: “Our boardmembers should not get involved,” Olenberger said. “We should call the police

if they’re not already there, and let the police handle it.”

There were a few changes to this year’s Fiesta activities, including the decision to move the rodeo show up north to Santa Ynez, an updated parade route, and the last-minute decision by the Downtown Club to cancel the Fiesta Carnival de Los Niños due to what the club’s director referred to as “uncertainties in the community.”

Immigrant rights advocates, such as 805 UndocuFund Executive Director Primitiva Hernandez, have spoken up at recent public meetings to call for more protections for the county’s immigrant community, warning that law enforcement’s ability to prevent ICE from entering public areas could put undocumented residents in danger at large gatherings like Fiesta.

“This is not the time for this type of event,” Hernandez said during a demonstration at the County Board of Supervisors hearing last week.

Despite the concerns over immigration enforcement, all Old Spanish Days events and performances will continue as scheduled, beginning with the Pre-Fiesta “Recepción del Presidente” on Sunday, July 27. The Fiesta week officially begins with La Fiesta Pequeña on the steps of Old Mission Santa Barbara on Wednesday evening, July 30. Las Noches de Ronda performances at the courthouse and El Mercado de la Guerra will continue through the weekend, along with the Historical Parade on Friday, August 1, and El Desfile de los Niños Saturday morning. —Ryan P.Cruz

Local Govs. Shows Support for Immigrants

by Ryan P. Cruz

After a four-and-a-half-hour meeting at Goleta City Hall Monday night and following a long public comment session packed with people testifying to the impacts of federal immigration enforcement on the local community the Goleta City Council unanimously agreed to set aside $100,000 toward immigrant support services and legal assistance for families separated by deportations.

Goleta Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martín, herself an immigrant whose grandfather arrived in the country through the Bracero Farmworker Program, fought back tears as she described the recent operations seen in Santa Barbara County, from the videos of workers chased down and tackled to the stories of children crying after being left without their parents.

“It’s been a really heavy and kind of emo-

tional couple of months,” Reyes-Martín said.

Goleta’s city council was just the latest regional legislative body to respond with an emergency meeting to address federal immigration activities and aggressive ICE enforcement in the Latino neighborhoods of Santa Barbara County. ReyesMartín said the community felt “outrage” and “real fear” due to ICE enforcement, leaving Latino and undocumented residents afraid to go to work, make doctor appointments, take their children to school activities, or even call 9-1-1 to report a crime.

“That makes us all less safe,” she said. “That makes us less healthy and less connected as a community.”

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COMMUNITY

About 1,500 members of the community gathered with electronic candles and signs along Cabrillo Boulevard to remember beloved civil rights leader and freedom fighter John Lewis on the fifth anniversary of his death. July 17, now known as John Lewis National Day of Action, is used to carry forward Lewis’s legacy and “good trouble” movement around the country. According to event organizers, Indivisible Santa Barbara, Thursday’s nonviolent rally aimed “to respond to the attacks posed on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration and to remind them that in America, the power lies with the people.”

Peggy Oki a renowned Carpinteria artist, surfer, skateboarder, and environmental activist led a protest on 7/20 at Rincon Beach to raise awareness about the consequences of deep-sea mining. The event, organized by environmental group Defend the Deep, took place in 25 cities around the globe in an effort to stop deep-sea mining, said Oki. Her group formed the words DEFEND THE DEEP with their bodies, boards, and driftwood before paddling out into the ocean together in an act of solidarity, demonstrating their commitment to protecting deep-sea ecosystems.

Members of the storied Explorers Club gathered 7/19 at the Moby Dick restaurant to honor pioneering oceanographer Dr. Robert Fisher on his 100th birthday with the club’s prestigious Ralph B. White Award for Oceanographic Exploration and Conservation of the Seas. A former professor at UC San Diego and longtime researcher at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Fisher is best known for his foundational work in marine geology including his 1959 discovery of the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench. In a tribute shared exclusively with the Independent, filmmaker and deep-sea explorer James Cameron said Fisher’s “pioneering work … paved the way to our modern understanding of how our world works.”

The SPACE (Su’nan Protection, Art and Cultural Education) will host a poignant double-feature film screening at the Alhecama Theatre on 7/26. The event is free to everybody, and activities will begin with a mini-market featuring Indigenous and Latino artisans from noon to 2 p.m. Santa Barbara–based film Salsipuedes Street, which follows the lives of three siblings trying to support each other following the deportation of their parents, will begin at 2 p.m., followed by a brief Q&A session. Then the documentary The Doctrine of Recovery will screen at 3:30 p.m. with a panel of Indigenous community leaders and elders. Read more at independent.com/community

The county will be handing out free electric appliances including air conditioners, induction cooktops, electric kettles, multi-cookers, and smart plugs to eligible residents as part of its “Green Appliance Giveaway.” Applications are open until 8/22, after which recipients will be selected through a random drawing and able to choose what they need from the menu of appliances, with a value-cap of $500 per household. To meet eligibility requirements, residents must live in a “designated priority community” or prove their participation in one of the public assistance programs listed on the county’s website, such as CalFresh or Medicaid.

The Carpinteria City Council had already called an emergency meeting to address ICE enforcement before the Glass House Farms cannabis facility on Casitas Pass Road became

After several public meetings packed with community members speaking out about ICE enforcement on the Central Coast, local governments are looking for ways to fund immigrant support services and protect immigrants’ rights.

Los Niños de las Flores will serve as official ambassadors for Fiesta 2025, which Old Spanish Days officials said will run as planned July 30-August 3.

Summer Summer

the university’s finances coming out of COVID, during which the university faced a $250 million budget shortfall. According to multiple sources such as Spotlight Delaware and The Review, UD’s campus newspaper Assanis faced criticism around the university’s spending, which seemed to prioritize administration and construction over academics.

Following a year-long, nationwide search, UC Santa Barbara has a new chancellor.

Last Thursday, Dr. Dennis Assanis, former president of the University of Delaware (UD), was named as Chancellor Henry Yang’s replacement, marking the official end of Yang’s 31-year tenure.

To take on the role, however, Assanis is taking a pay cut. He also ended his tenure at UD early a year before his contract was set to expire. UD tax returns from 2023 reported his salary to be a little more than $1.5 million (making him the third-highest-paid president of a public university), so his $880,000 salary at UCSB will be a considerable drop in compensation but still a $60,000 increase from Yang’s pay.

The former UD president also reportedly resigned from his position in May amid scrutiny from faculty about how he handled

Despite this, Assanis himself told reporters that his early resignation came out of his desire for a “break,” and in his farewell letter to the campus community, he stated that the goals he set at the beginning of his tenure were accomplished and he believed he had made all the “meaningful contributions” he set out to achieve during his nineyear presidency.

UC regents likewise credited Assanis for the university’s growth in “research, scholarship and innovation enterprises,” noting his transformation of UD into a “hub of innovation” as a primary reason for selecting him.

County Fire Chief Mark Hartwig a congenial, forceful public presence announced his retirement after 33 years as a firefighter. Hartwig, who started as an ambulance EMT, was hired by the county in 2019 because of his political skills and experience to wrest control of AMR’s 40-plus years ambulance monopoly and secure it for the county’s multiple firefighting agencies. Hartwig had the support of all regional fire chiefs, firefighters’ unions, county administrators, and a majority of county supervisors, but AMR was not inclined to roll over and sued. After the judge ruled strongly in favor of AMR, the supervisors declined to fight on, and Hartwig decided to step down.

Santa Barbara County announced on 7/23 that emergency phone lines were restored to the county, after about 24 hours without service. The outage also affected Santa Barbara Airport, with the Federal Aviation Administration grounding flights 7/22 into 7/23. The county said that around 10 a.m. on 7/22, a fiber optic cable line was cut, which caused the outage. The county said it worked to do immediate repairs but has not yet released more information on who cut the line, how or where in the county it was cut, or why.

The search for Sonia Lang Crestfield, the 85-year-old Friendship Manor resident last seen in Isla Vista on

At the Regents’ Thursday meeting speaking via video from Greece, where he was on vacation Assanis called the chance to lead UCSB a “profound privilege” and vowed to “work tirelessly” at “fostering a culture of academic and research excellence, supporting student success, and strengthening a bold commitment to access and affordability.”

—Callie Fausey

7/11, came to a tragic end 7/22 when she was found deceased around 11:11 a.m. in the Goleta Slough area, according to the Sheriff’s Office. She had been reported missing on 7/14, and a Silver Alert had been issued due to her at-risk status and known history of dementia. Detectives say her death does not appear suspicious. The official cause and manner of death are pending further investigation.

A second person has died after a boat sank off Leadbetter Point on 7/11, reported Lieutenant Ryan Kelly of the Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol last week. Four people had taken the 24-foot skipjack-style boat on a fishing trip when the engine quit about two miles off the point and the captain noticed the boat was taking on water. The fishing boat sank within minutes of the mayday call, and the four boaters quickly found themselves weighed down by their clothes in the cold water, a survivor later told the Independent What caused the boat to sink and its current location remain unknown.

IMMIGRATION

Rep. Salud Carbajal has put his name behind the Dignity Act of 2025, a bipartisan immigration reform bill introduced to the U.S. House of Representatives last week. The act aims to put forward the Dignity Program: a seven-year process to help undocumented individuals gain legal employment and status. Those graduating the program will be granted Dignity Status, a permanent legal residence, not citizenship. “I’m proud to co-sponsor the bipartisan Dignity Act

Dr. Dennis Assanis will begin his new role as UCSB's chancellor on September 1.

How to Help Immigrant Families

The aggressive immigration enforcement witnessed across the Central Coast in recent weeks has lit a fire for many community members who have jumped at the opportunity to stand with immigrants and support impacted families.

On July 18, Del Pueblo Café in Goleta hosted a fundraising event and donated 100 percent of the proceeds to support the family of Ruby Aguilar, who was swept up in the July 10 raids at Glass House Farms. Santa Barbara–based photographer Cher Martinez was at Del Pueblo Café offering her popular glamor shots with 50 percent of proceeds toward legal fees for the families.

La Casa de la Raza has revitalized its immigrant support programs, collecting and distributing food, toiletries, and supplies directly to families that have been affected by recent deportations. Businesses such as Fox Wine Co. (120 Santa Barbara St.) have begun hosting donation drives to collect canned food, basic ingredients, medicine, cleaning supplies, and more to help La Casa de la Raza meet the growing demand from hundreds of families in need.

The 805 UndocuFund, the leading organization of the 805 Immigrant Coalition, is hosting donation drives, fundraisers, and community training events in the coming weeks. The coalition will be hosting a community defense training event in Carpinteria on July 24 (6-8 p.m.). Register online at 805undocufund.org/alerts. For those who wish to donate food or other supplies to 805 UndocuFund, there are collection locations at Santa Maria City Hall and at the Community Arts Workshop (631 Garden St.).

On August 2 and 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. the Mujeres Makers Market will host its own donation drive, with all unopened and packaged supplies going toward 805 UndocuFund.

Immigrant rights activists are asking for basic necessities beans, rice, flour, cooking oil, diapers, and feminine care products or for monetary donations to the 805 UndocuFund’s Emergency Assistance Fund, which has raised more than $105,000 this year for direct financial support directly to families impacted by immigration enforcement. —Ryan P.Cruz

Clock Ticking for Bus Strike

Voting members of Teamsters Local 186 unanimously rejected the most recent contract offer made by MTD for all three of the bargaining units drivers, supervisors, and maintenance. Union spokesperson Jeb Johnson said, “We have until July 31 to get this sucker done.” That’s the date that all 160 employees would be going out on strike if there is no contract agreement. Johnson complained that MTD’s negotiating team has not been negotiating in good faith. He cited that employees are required to produce a doctor’s excuse for every day taken off for illness. Since 75 percent of the company’s workforce has to commute from outside of Santa Barbara, he said, producing a doctor’s note the first day imposes a hardship. The union had proposed a five-day wait. Other objections included that workers are not paid time-and-a-half on holidays, that they must pay too much for health insurance,

and that the percentage of wage increase proposed by the bus company was not enough.

MTD spokesperson Hillary Blackerby said, “Our only comment at this point is that we’re committed to getting a fair deal before the end of the month. Nothing more to say at this point.” In a previous conversation, Blackerby said MTD is facing a $4.6 million projected shortfall in 2028. Part of that will be ameliorated by a fare increase that goes into effect the third week of August, the first in 16 years. Should push come to shove and a strike ensue, 15,000 daily riders will find themselves forced to find other ways to get from Point A to B. Of those, about one-third are UCSB, City College, or K-12 students. Johnson was not persuaded by such recitations of hardship. The company still has ample enough reserves, he stated, to invest more in its work force.

—Nick Welsh

Recent immigration enforcement in Santa Barbara County has provoked a strong community response with public protests, donation drives, and fundraisers to support immigrant families.

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the scene of a highly militarized immigration raid on July 10. That same evening, hundreds showed up to City Hall to demand the city’s leadership some of whom had literally stood toe-to-toe with federal agents at that raid to officially stand with immigrants against the aggressive ICE enforcement.

That night, the City of Carpinteria set aside $10,000 toward immigrant support services, which will be awarded to nonprofits in August. That amount was considered small by some nonprofit representatives such as La Casa de la Raza, which spends a couple thousand weekly to support its food pantry but the $10,000 figure was twice the amount the city was originally planning to set aside on such short notice.

Last Tuesday, July 15, a couple hundred more community members and immigrant rights advocates showed up to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors hearing to call for more support from the county government. The county supervisors worked through a seven-hour-long meeting to approve several new provisions to support immigrants.

“While we cannot control the federal government’s cruel and unjust tactics, we can control how we respond and show up for our community,” Supervisor Laura Capps said.

to uphold constitutional rights and forbid county agencies from sharing information with ICE; and direction to look into joining the ACLU’s lawsuit as requested by many members of the public.

The City of Santa Barbara will soon consider several potential measures to address ICE enforcement in the city. Hundreds crowded inside and outside the Franklin Community Center on July 15 (just hours after the county meeting) for an Emergency Town Hall meeting, where almost every one of the speakers during an extended public comment session pleaded with city officials to respond to the growing concerns over immigration enforcement.

It was another four-and-a-half-hour meeting, with the same sense of desperation among those in attendance. During the meeting, city councilmembers Kristen Sneddon, Meagan Harmon, Oscar Gutierrez, and Wendy Santamaria held firm in their support of the city’s immigrant community, and the rest of the council unanimously agreed to come back with multiple options for council approval.

The potential steps the city could take, as suggested by 805 UndocuFund Executive Director Primitiva Hernandez, include: an emergency proclamation; funding for immigrant support services; allowing nonprofits to use city buildings as safe spaces to conduct volunteer training; having Santa Barbara Police Department work with the Rapid Response Hotline to notify the community of confirmed ICE activity; and joining other cities in lawsuits to protect immigrants’ rights.

The items approved by the county include: $340,000 toward legal aid and support services for youth and families impacted by deportations; a formal request demanding detailed information from ICE about local arrests, including names of detainees and reasons for detention; a request that an ICE official appear before the Board of Supervisors to publicly answer questions; direction to strengthen the county’s legislative policies

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to provide a commonsense solution that will create improved pathways for legal immigration while bolstering our border security,” Carbajal said.

TRANSPORTATION

The current closure of roads in the county’s back country affects hunters, campers, and birdwatchers across Los Padres National Forest, said Phil Beguhl, who dropped by Independent offices to say that a meeting takes place with the Forest Service on 7/24 in the Planning Commission room at 123 East Anapamu Street. The discussion will include the Pendola area, which once allowed motorists to access campsites above Gibraltar Dam that are currently only available to hikers and cyclists. Beguhl is a 43-year member of the county Fish and Game Commission, which meets regularly to disburse outdoors-oriented grants. The meeting starts at 6 p.m.

Funding for the final phase of Highway 101 construction through Santa Barbara has been secured. At a press conference in the Michael Towbes Library Plaza on 7/17, a $134 million investment was presented in the form of a giant novelty check to the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments from the California Transportation Commission, made possible through CA State Senate Bill 1. This funding will go toward construction beyond Olive

Santa Barbara City Council has not announced when it would consider these items. n

Mill Road and Hermosillo Road to Sycamore Creek, officially completing the corridor. This last phase of construction is anticipated to start in 2026. The current construction on the Montecito section of the 101 will be continuing through 2026.

POLITICS

New Jersey Senator Cory Booker electrified a crowd of around 250 at the Democratic Women of Santa Barbara’s 55th annual benefit luncheon, “We the People,” at the Santa Barbara Club on 7/20. Booker was introduced by former state senator HannahBeth Jackson and took to the stage with warmth and humility, sharing personal stories and urging the audience to rise to the moment with integrity. “What we need to bring to this moment is greater moral imagination that doesn’t leave us in these binary choices to be good or bad, fighting in a way that demeans and degrades their character and ours,” Booker advised the enthusiastic crowd.

Truce Reached at 215 Bath Street

Tenants, Landlords of West Beach Apartment Complex Agree to Settlement Terms

by Ryan P. Cruz

After nearly two years of conflict between tenants of a West Beach apartment complex and their landlords, and following a quick two-day trial in court, the parties agreed to a settlement that marks a “decisive step forward,” according to a statement released by attorneys representing the property owners.

Technically, the deal covers three tenants remaining in one of the three aging buildings at 215 Bath Street, a 52-unit complex purchased by business partners Austin Herlihy, Chris Parker, and James Knapp in the summer of 2023. A day after the owners took over, they served termination notices to tenants that sparked a community-wide debate over “renovictions.”

Property owners argued that the buildings were in dire need of upgrades, while tenants argued that the notices were illegal and banded together to fight for their right to stay with the help of advocates with the Santa Barbara Tenants Union and attorneys with the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County. Over the past two years, the property became a spark point in the community discourse over evictions and tenants’ rights, playing a part in the city’s updated eviction ordinance and the election of a more tenant-friendly city council.

Many of the original tenants left earlier in the process, taking varying relocation sums. When tenants and the landlords nearly reached an agreement in August 2024, criminal charges brought by the city against Knapp and civil lawsuits on both sides made matters even more complicated.

Tenants declared a rent strike in January 2025, and by April the criminal case against Knapp was diverted, with S.B. Judge Raimundo Montes de Oca ruling that Knapp needed to “follow the law like everybody else.” If Knapp breaks any of the conditions of the court diversion, criminal charges could be brought back.

One of the buildings at 215 Bath has been occupied by international students from EF International Language Campus, which created another set of problems with the remaining tenants, several of whom had negotiated new lease agreements allowing them to stay at the property. EF representatives did not address the tenantlandlord conflict specifically but said they would be officially ending their group lease next month.

The most recent court battle involved the landlords and three of the remaining

tenants who had not been able to negotiate a new lease agreement. According to the landlord’s attorney Lacy Taylor, the tenants had refused several previous offers with larger relocation sums; according to the tenants’ Legal Aid attorney Megan Grindstaff, the landlords had refused to accept the tenants’ rent for more than a year.

Taylor said the landlords had built their case on the “urgent need for substantial repairs” to the property, with much of their evidence drawing on structural deficiencies, unsafe living conditions, and knoband-tube electrical that made continued occupancy untenable. Tenants’ lawyers argued that repairs could have been done without needing to displace anybody.

“This outcome affirms our client’s right to maintain and improve their property in accordance with city regulations and safety standards,” said Taylor. “We’re pleased that the tenants have finally agreed to a reasonable resolution.”

As part of the settlement approved by Judge Donna Geck on Monday, the three tenants agreed to move out of the property within 60 days. The tenants do not have to pay for the accrued back rent between 12 to 14 months’ worth of rent and each will receive a relocation assistance sum as required by law.

Grindstaff, the tenants’ attorney with Legal Aid, said her clients appreciated the opportunity to testify in front of a jury and that the tenants accepted an offer that provided “the best terms offered to date.”

Herlihy, one of the property owners, said the case served as an early test of Santa Barbara’s updated ordinance relating to renovation-related evictions, potentially “setting a precedent for future property owners facing similar challenges.”

The tenants’ attorneys, however, pushed back on the idea, saying the cases “were neither a referendum on city ordinances nor a contest on a ‘right’ to repair buildings.” Grindstaff considered it a positive that multiple long-term tenants including retirees and working-class families are remaining in each of the three buildings. n

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Salinas. Both stations said they do not plan to cut staff or programming for now.

“Federal funding is gone, but our commitment to you is not,” said Mary Olson, general manager at KCLU.

All told, Olson said that the station will see a loss of $300,000. Along with programming from NPR, KCLU provides local news on the tri counties, including live updates in emergencies, like fires.

Last week, House and Senate Republicans voted to defund public media. The vote came as part of a rescission package put forward by President Donald Trump, which also claws back more than $7 billion in foreign aid funding. These funds, which Congress has already allocated, will be rescinded.

For community radio and PBS stations across the country, tough decisions are ahead. Public broadcasting provides local news, entertainment, education programming, and emergency alert systems. They can play an important role in rural areas, especially those without alternative news sources or, in some cases, reliable internet.

How will the cuts impact Santa Barbara County?

When it comes to radio broadcasting, both KCLU to the south and KCBX to the north cover Santa Barbara County. Together, the two stations serve areas from Thousand Oaks to

IMMIGRATION

‘Uncharted Waters’

S.B. Unified Hit by Federal Funding Freeze

Olson said the station operates on a lean budget with only six full-time staff members. She said it plans to move forward with the community and encourages people to support KCLU.

KCBX Manager Frank Lanzone said it will also keep its staff and programming, as they also keep a conservative budget. The station, which is designated as a rural station by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, will lose out on $240,000 of direct funding and another $200,000 on funding for music rights a gap station staff are now working to fill. KCBX also provides local news, entertainment, and an emergency alert system, for its coverage area.

But, Lanzone said, the plans to expand the station’s small newsroom, which he said is understaffed, are on hold.

PBS will also lose funding; about twothirds of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s funding allocation was for television. That will include PBS SoCal, which covers Santa Barbara. —Christina McDermott

Undocumented Families Barred from Head Start

In a lawsuit filed this week, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and a coalition of 20 states are challenging the federal government’s abrupt decision to bar undocumented immigrants from programs like Head Start arguing it’s unlawful, inhumane, and a direct threat to children and families across the country.

In a major policy shift announced July 10, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) rescinded a 1998 Clintonera policy that allowed some undocumented immigrants to access services like early education, behavioral health clinics, and family planning programs. The change effective immediately means that undocumented immigrants are no longer eligible for Head Start, a program used by roughly 600 lowincome families countywide for free preschool, meals, and basic health services. Other programs now off-limits include the Community Services Block Grant, Title X family planning, and multiple mental health and substance use initiatives.

Whether California will succeed in challenging the ruling remains to be seen, but

the timing could not be worse for local programs. Santa Barbara’s Head Start system is already strained by staff shortages and the ongoing threat of federal cuts. Some centers were reportedly preparing for layoffs as early as this fall.

The rule does not change total funding levels, but it does shift who gets served and who no longer qualifies. Locally, it may mean dozens if not hundreds of preschoolaged children will be turned away, many of whom are in mixed-status households or have siblings still eligible for services.

Patricia Keelean, CEO of CommUnify the nonprofit that operates Head Start across the county said the consequences will be immediate and far-reaching. “In the long term, children will be less prepared to be successful in kindergarten,” she said. “Families will be forced to leave children with relatives or go into the foster care system. The effects of this policy will undermine the trust in the community.”

The public has until August 13 to comment on the new rule at regulations.gov/commenton /AHRQ-2025-0002-0001 —Ella Heydenfeldt

by Callie Fausey

Public schools across the country are still scrambling after the Trump administration froze billions in funds for education programs on July 1, eliciting bipartisan pushback and lawsuits from states and school districts.

Santa Barbara County schools are feeling the strain. The Santa Barbara Unified School District, the county’s largest, is missing about $888,000 in federal funds.

Last week, the president gave in to pressure from the states and released $1 billion in funds initially withheld from after-school programs. However, about $5 billion for teacher training, English learner services, migrant and adult education programs, and academic enrichment are still on ice.

S.B. Unified Superintendent Hilda Maldonado said the district is in “very uncharted waters.” That may be an understatement. With the Trump administration taking an ax to the Department of Education it recently laid off half its staff the district, like others, is in a tumultuous sea of uncertainty.

Some of the now-frozen funds were already built into the district’s budget, adopted in June, which “we will have to rethink and have contingency plans about,” said Maldonado. It mirrors the situation felt by districts around California, which, in total, were shorted $811 million when the federal Office of Management and Budget announced on June 30 that the funds wouldn’t be released as expected due to an “ongoing programmatic review.”

In S.B. Unified, the biggest chunk of change was set aside for professional learning, totaling about $400,000 to train teachers, which usually happens over the summer. One such training was scheduled for August 11-13. “We now need to figure out if that’s going to come through or not, or if there are other funding sources that we can use to pay teachers,” Maldonado said.

Another $200,000 was for academic achievement such as tools to track student and teacher outcomes, as well as backing for programs like the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) that helps fami-

lies struggling with addiction. The district was also going to use some of that money to pay for a Teacher on Special Assignment dedicated to advancing improvements in the arts programs.

Although the sudden freeze on other programs came as an unexpected shock, the district had already anticipated the loss of its $280,000 in federal Title III funding for English learners and immigrant students. Approximately 13.6 percent of the district’s student population around 1,500 students are classified as English Language Learners. The district does not track students’ immigration status.

Maldonado noted the administration’s current “rhetoric” around undocumented immigrants, referencing the recent federal raids at greenhouses in Carpinteria and Camarillo. “And so, you can imagine, that group of students needs a lot of support, and this money is specifically for them,” she said.

To make up for those lost federal funds, the district plans to pull from the Local Control and Accountability Plan’s pool of mixed funding, in line with the school board’s newly adopted plan to address the needs of English learners.

Otherwise, while funding for low-income students (Title I) and special education has not yet been slashed, Maldonado is bracing for impact.

“If I had a crystal ball, I would imagine that special ed is going to get hit … it has historically been underfunded,” she said.

Amid the current freeze, and in anticipation of upcoming challenges, the district has “already begun taking a look at our system, looking at our student outcomes, to see what the system can take in terms of reorganization, both at the district level and the school level,” Maldonado said.

The district was already grappling with a $4.2 million deficit, potentially rising to $5 million thanks to federal withholdings. And that’s not accounting for other budgetary burdens that may result from the massive republican budget package that’s gutting multiple social programs, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” n

Superintendent Hilda Maldonado

“Federal funding is gone, but our commitment to you is not,” said Mary Olson (bottom left), general manager at KCLU.

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Judge Cuts Baby in Half in Sable Case

Enviros’ Petition Rejected but State Fire Marshal Remains Barred from Taking Any Steps to Process Oil Company’s Restart Application

by Nick Welsh

When Judge Donna Geck got through ruling on the latest showdown between Sable Offshore Oil and Santa Barbara’s environmental establishment last Friday morning, it wasn’t clear if the no-nonsense judge cut the proverbial baby in half or kicked the can down the proverbial road. If the latter, it’s not entirely clear how far. If the former, it would seem, Sable Offshore walked away with the bigger half. Either way, both sides are claiming victory. And either way, this was just one courtroom skirmish between the two sides among many others. None, it should be stressed, are even remotely resolved.

On the table was a motion filed by attorneys with the Environmental Defense Center (EDC) and Center for Biological Diversity to get Geck to slap an injunction against the California State Fire Marshal to stop his office from taking any of the actions necessary to permit Sable to restart the massive oil and gas facility it bought from ExxonMobil on Valentine’s Day last year. The oil operation has been shut down since 2015 when the pipeline ruptured, causing the major Refugio Oil Spill. Before such deliberations could start, they argued, the Fire Marshal needed to conduct public hearings on the safety of the company’s newly rehabilitated pipelines so corroded that around 150 major repairs had to be made along their 120-mile stretch and environmental review.

It should be noted that this June, Geck issued a temporary restraining order to freeze the Fire Marshal from processing any aspect of Sable’s restart application. That action was intentionally temporary, allowing Geck more time to better acquaint herself with the complex facts of the case and the various arguments put forward by the key combatants: Sable Offshore, the State Fire Marshal, and the environmental advocates.

Having done just this, Geck rejected the enviros’ petition for a formal restraining order. In her ruling, she suggested they were jumping the gun in seeking a permanent injunction. Their case would be ripe, she opined, if and when Sable secured all the necessary permits and approvals the oil company needed to trigger the Fire Marshal’s restart approval process. In the meantime, however, Geck ruled, she would continue to bar the Fire Marshal from taking any steps to process Sable’s restart application until 10 days after Sable had received all the necessary permits and approvals from the myriad of state, federal, and local agencies that enjoy some degree of regulatory oversight over the proposed project.

As of this writing, it’s not entirely clear which of those agencies have yet to issue Sable the permits it needs to start the restart process and when they’re likely to do so, if at all. Even

less clear is whether there’s any agreement among the dueling parties as to which agencies have standing to even weigh in. How, for example, is the State Fire Marshal empowered with the last word over the oil company’s restart application or even Judge Geck to factor in the county supervisors’ 2-2 deadlock on whether to approve the transfer of title and necessary permits from ExxonMobil to Sable? Sable and Exxon have sued the county over that vote; though the two sides have been engaged in mediation talks, no resolution has been announced. Or does that dispute even need to be resolved before the Fire Marshal can process Sable’s restart application? And what if the California Coastal Commission were to decree Sable first needed to obtain a Coastal Development Permit to restart the old Exxon plant, shut down 10 years now by the pipeline rupture and ensuing oil spill of May 2015? While the commission has taken no such action, it’s hardly out of the question. Only a few months ago, it slammed Sable with an $18 million fine the largest ever in commission history for performing the much-needed pipeline repair work without such a permit and for defying the commission’s multiple orders to secure such permits first. The two sides are currently suing each other in Judge Thomas Anderle’s courtroom over that fight.

After Geck’s ruling, Sable issued a victorious sounding press release, announcing that the judge “ruled that Sable may restart the Las Flores Pipeline System 10 days after filing notice of Sable’s receipt of all necessary approvals and permits for restart notice.”

On the flip side, attorney Linda Krop with the Environmental Defense Center summed up the ruling, stating, “We’re relieved. The ruling gives us further opportunity to further make our case before the Fire Marshal can start processing the restart application.”

If and when Sable will get all the permits needed to trigger restart deliberations remains a matter of significant conjecture. But after that whenever that is the judge gave Krop and the enviros 10 days in which to file new legal challenges. After that, restart proceedings can commence.

Krop’s case is simple, perhaps the only aspect of this dispute that is. It focuses not so much on the issue of restart as it does on the waivers the Fire Marshal granted Sable last December, allowing it to substitute an alternative pipeline safety and integrity plan for the “cathodic protection” corrosion control plan first approved when the pipeline itself was approved in 1985. What became immediately apparent in the 2015 pipeline spill in which 142,000 gallons of oil escaped from the pipeline, much making it into the ocean was the extent to which that cathodic protection system utterly failed to keep the pipes from corroding.

The Fire Marshal granted Sable a waiver in December, meaning that the company was allowed to pursue another way. That way, according to the Fire Marshal, relies heavily on a much more aggressive and frequent program of testing the pipes and adopting lower corrosion thresholds for when the company would dig up the pipe and visually inspect it.

Krop and the enviros have objected that the technology used to test for pipeline corrosion is notoriously unreliable. When used in the past, such inspections yielded numerous falsely

optimistic readings. To the extent Sable were to dig up the pipeline for visual inspection, she argued, creek beds, streams, and the habitat for five federally endangered species could and would be disrupted in ways never envisioned by the pipelines’ original environmental impact report from the 1980s.

To comply with state and federal pipeline safety law and the California Environmental Quality Act, Krop argued the Fire Marshal needed to have done an Environmental Impact Review (EIR) on the waiver, held a public hearing, and provided a written explanation of the reasons justifying any conclusions he came to. None of that, she objected, was done. Sable and the Fire Marshal have disputed Krop’s interpretation of pipeline safety law and have insisted that environmental analysis is not needed just to resume the use of what is a preexisting development.

Judge Geck opined that Krop was not likely to prevail in court with her arguments about the need for environmental review and a public hearing; Krop would be better off focusing her objections at the restart decision, the judge concluded, and not the waiver. But alternately, Geck ruled that Krop would likely prevail in court with her argument that the Fire Marshal erred in not providing a written explanation for his decision on the waiver.

The can is kicked; the baby is cut; the matter is far from resolved. The next hearing takes place September 19, when Geck hears arguments from Sable and the Fire Marshal that the environmental objections should be summarily dismissed. n

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COURTS & CRIME

Gonzalo Cuevas, 61, formerly of Goleta, was sentenced to 48 years in state prison for three counts of continuous sexual abuse of a child, involving victims identified as Jane Doe 1, 2, and 3, announced DA John T. Savrnoch on 7/18. Before Cuevas could be arrested for his crimes, he fled to Mexico, but he was extradited back to S.B. and arraigned on 1/30/24. Following his extradition, six more victims came forward and disclosed that they had also been molested by Cuevas. The new victims’ molestations by Cuevas went back all the way to the late 1970s through the mid-2010s, Savrnoch said, but could not be alleged due to the statute of limitations and the nuances of the extradition treaty with Mexico.

The Ventura County Superior Court has officially ordered Dario Pini to pay $2 million in damages plus $94,247.40 in interest to two guests bitten by bedbugs after staying at Pini’s Shores Inn Motel back in 2020. This ruling is one of the largest bedbug payouts in U.S. history. Wendy Lascher, Pini’s lawyer, said that she and her team are actively filing for a new trial based on claims of jury misconduct, excessive damages, and legal errors. The investigation into the note is still ongoing; the collection of properly documented jury testimony will be used as evidence to necessitate a new trial.

SCIENCE & TECH

The planned launch of NASA’s TRACERS mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base was scrubbed 7/22 just 45 seconds before liftoff due to Federal Aviation Administration airspace concerns. SpaceX cited a “no-go condition” triggered by the FAA. According to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration, a regional power failure in Santa Barbara disrupted telecommunications at the Los Angeles Air Route Traffic Control Center, which manages Pacific Ocean airspace. As a precaution, the FAA postponed the launch to ensure air traffic safety. The TRACERS mission, which will study how solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetosphere, was able to successfully launch the following day. n

Judge Donna Geck

Which Came First, Chicken or Dog?

CRACKED: Behold the mighty cascarón, each one a mundane miracle, a messy exclamation mark of joy that breaks up the run-on sentences of our otherwise work-a-day lives. A spontaneous fusion of an irrepressible folk art with no-nonsense, street-level commerce, the cascarón those brightly painted confetti eggs we crack over each other’s heads come Fiesta boldly embodies the great cycle of life and the heaping mounds of detritus we all become sooner or later, though perhaps not so colorfully.

If we’re being honest for a second, the cascarón is really Santa Barbara’s most irresistibly lasting contribution to Western civilization.

Oh yeah, and they’re fun, too.

Here’s the other thing. The persistence of the cascarón over the eons demonstrates the extent to which immigrants have been integral to the essential wrap and weave of Santa Barbara’s existence.

So, naturally, I worry about Fiesta

Will ICE agents, bedecked in their grimly macho camo garb and bulging bulletproof vests and other lingerie of mass destruction, show up during our four days of Fiesta to detain and haul off our cascarón artists and vendors?

The two Kellys City Administrator Kelly McAdoo and Police Chief Kelly Gordon have given the matter some thought, concluding that such an action would make absolutely no kind of sense. ICE agents could find themselves easily overwhelmed in the tsunami of Tsanta Barbara humanity thronging the streets or De la Guerra Plaza. It could be Custer’s Last Stand all over again. Nobody in their right mind would do that.

But since when does “right mind” enter into it?

Did it make any kind of sense for Donald Trump to decapitate FEMA, the nation’s admittedly imperfect emergency

response agency, or the National Weather Service, upon which so much of the country relies for its get-out-whileyou-still-can very survival? (In the age of galloping climate change, we all find ourselves living on Salsipuedes Street.) Does it make any kind of sense for Trump to be waging a twofront war with gazillionaire benefactors Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch while simultaneously trying to stamp out the anti-groomer rebellion among his hardcore MAGA base over kid-pimp-to-the-stars Jeffrey Epstein?

For the time being, a federal judge has ruled ICE agents are legally barred from detaining people just because they might look like they might be immigrants. No racial profiling, in other words. From such assurances, I derive cold comfort. You should too. Here’s why.

One day before federal shock troops rolled into Carpinteria and Camarillo two weeks ago, the Trump administration sued the state of California, blaming an anti–animal cruelty ballot initiative state voters approved of in 2018 for the high price of eggs. While the price of eggs has come down some in recent months, it has yet to return to what it was when Trump won office by promising among other things to save us from the high cost of eggs. According to Trump, California is to blame for the skyrocketing egg prices because of provisions in the measure requiring a commercially raised chicken be given enough room in its coop to “lie down, stand up, fully extend its limbs, and turn around freely.”

From what we are hearing, Trump’s make-shift detention facilities for detained immigrants would have a hard time meeting these standards. No doubt, these standards have had some marginal impact on the price of eggs. Probably more consequential has been the wholesale slaughter caused by a bird flu epidemic that’s now run unchecked for three years. In that time, about 130 million egg-laying hens were taken and killed as a precautionary measure to limit the epidemic’s

reach. If I have it right, another 20 million pullets soon-tobecome egg-laying hens were killed too. Most economists suggest the biblical-scale slaughter wrought by the avian flu has had a much greater impact on egg prices than any touchy-feely, guilt-ridden animal protection measure passed wholeheartedly by California voters.

But most economists have not declared war on California either; most have not dispatched thousands of National Guardsmembers and hundreds of Marines now claiming PTSD due to the terminal boredom they sustained to militarily occupy the state either.

Trump is arguing in this lawsuit that only the federal government is imbued with the constitutional authority to set animal cruelty standards for pigs and chickens no doubt an issue of grave concern with our founding fathers, right after they constitutionally decreed that a slave should be counted as three-fifths of a person

I mention this egg lawsuit with a sense of anticipatory dread that the ICE goons might cite it as a defense against accusations of racial profiling when they raid our cascarón vendors as Fiesta starts next week. Somehow the new Fox News narrative will become that illegal immigrants are driving up the price of eggs by turning them into art pieces. What better pretext to invade Santa Barbara, birthplace of the environmental movement.

Will this actually happen? Probably not. But “probably” has become a rubber crutch, not to be relied upon. Should ICE show up, I fully expect our Congressmember Salud Carbajal, a truly genuine menace when armed with cascarones, to show up and lead the defense. But we all should join him. If nothing else, the stubborn survival of cascarones over the centuries proves beyond a doubt that life, joy, and beauty will always survive, no matter what.

And they’re fun, too.

—Nick Welsh

We Can Stop Immigration Today!

An outcry has come for the courts and Congress to curb the administration’s actions on undocumented immigrants. Arguments stress that these actions are unconstitutional or immoral. I am tired of exhorting others to act when We the People can solve the problem right now! These actions are simple, immediate, and based on data estimates. All we have to do is:

STOP eating fruits and vegetables; 50 percent of agricultural workers in California are undocumented.

STOP eating chicken, beef, and pork; more than 23 percent of meatpacking/processing workers are undocumented.

STOP buying homes; 26 percent of construction laborers in California are undocumented workers.

STOP eating out; 10-40 percent of kitchen laborers are undocumented.

STOP going to hotels or bring your own sheets and clean your own toilets; 20-30 percent of cleaning staff are undocumented (especially in budget hotels).

START doing the care yourself for your loved ones in nursing homes or in need of home health care; 8-15 percent of home health aides and nursing assistants are undocumented. This number does not include many home health aides hired privately.

START paying more taxes to cover losses; in 2022, undocumented immigrant households paid close to $90 billion in federal, state, and local taxes and held $299 billion in spending power. They also paid $25.7 billion in Social Security taxes, $6.4 billion in Medicare taxes, and $1.8 billion in unemployment insurances in 2022, programs for which they are ineligible.

START saving for the rising costs you will pay for food, housing, health care, and more in losing undocumented workers.

So, the Power Is in Our Hands! We can take the actions above or, as a wise saying suggests: “Don’t bite the hand the feeds you.”

—Dorothy

Largay, Carpinteria

Cruelty Is Cruelty

rescue on Olive Avenue for a serious fall while walking my dogs. With a broken nose and head injuries, I could not see who came to my aid, and I’m writing to thank my unnamed neighbors. They didn’t know me, yet they chose to help because they recognized a desperate need.

Right now, many of our Latino neighbors are in desperate need. Regardless of one’s legal status, they are at risk of being forcefully taken by masked personnel. If someone works at your house who takes the bus, please know that waiting for public transit is no longer safe. Please consider the following ways to support your neighbors:

• Offer to provide transportation over the coming months.

• Invite your worker to do a load of personal laundry while at your house, saving them a trip to the laundromat.

• Offer to pick up items or drive them for groceries or pharmacy items.

• Write a letter your worker can give to other clients, encouraging them to provide similar help.

Please share these resources: S.B. Immigrant Legal Defense Fund, (805) 886-9136; 805 UndocuFund, (805) 284-7067. If a neighbor is taken, please call the 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Hotline or text “ALERT” to (805) 870-8855 to receive real-time updates.

I benefited from unknown neighbors who responded to an immediate and serious need. I’m so grateful. It’s important I pass on the generosity afforded to me when I was in need.

—Mary Genis, S.B.

An Added Bounce

Iwant to congratulate Nick Welsh for being recognized this week in Frank Bruni’s wonderful column “For the Love of Sentences” in The New York Times:

The violent kidnappings by heavily armed and masked squads are unjustifiable and unforgivable. Anyone who supports these actions and the people who order them should start begging for deliverance.

“Finally, in the Santa Barbara Independent, Nick Welsh distilled his objection to Trump’s megabill: ‘It shreds the safety net for the poor in order to give added bounce to the trampolines of the wealthy’ (Tom Hinshaw, Santa Barbara, Calif.).”

Nick is such a good writer and it was fun to see him named! —Diane Rushing, S.B.

—Sarah Hearon, S.B.

What You Can Do

On the afternoon of Friday, June 13, at least four neighbors who are strangers to me came to my

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David Yager

1930–2025

The Swing Vote

DBY JOAN WELLS AND CAROL HAWKINS

avid Yager served as the county’s 1st District Supervisor during the 1970-1980s, a time of major transition in Santa Barbara. The area had grown from a small vacation destination to a magnet for tech industries. Commensurate with the new industry was the growth of the faculty and student body at UCSB. The lemon and walnut groves that once covered Goleta valley were replaced by housing tracts. The entire county’s vast agricultural land was under pressure for urban development.

David, who was born and grew up in Santa Barbara, came home after a tour of duty as a naval officer and with a law degree from Harvard. He set up his law practice, married, and within a few years became a father of three boys. In 1975 David decided to run for 1st District County Supervisor; his platform was controlled housing and business growth linked to availability of services and resources. That platform was a bit of a stretch for David, who was a pro-business Republican, but he believed measured growth would save Santa Barbara from becoming another sprawling Los Angeles. His election resulted in him often being the swing vote on development proposals, the “decider” on a philosophically divided Board of Supervisors.

His swing vote was never more important than when considering Exxon’s 1986 appeal from the Planning Commission’s requirement that the company operate under the county’s air quality rules. Exxon planned to expand production from its lease in federal waters of the Santa Barbara Channel to 400 million barrels of oil. It wanted to abandon a ship anchored near the platform, which it had been using for the separation of the oil, gas, and water. Instead, it proposed an enlargement of the small oil facility in Las Flores Canyon to accommodate the increased production.

The county preferred that onshore expansion scenario to having a ship in federal waters outside county or state jurisdiction. The Planning Commission’s caveat for coming onshore was that Exxon must abide by the county’s air quality rules, stricter than the federal standards. Santa Barbara was already in noncompliance for ozone. Exxon testified the county rules required technology that was too expensive. Exxon filed an appeal to the Board of Supervisors.

In considering his vote, Yager was torn between his business instincts and his environmental protection leanings. He loved the outdoors and often skied or hiked at Mammoth, where he owned a condominium. So, feeling the pressure for his final vote on the Exxon appeal, he left town for a long weekend in nature. When he came back for that Tuesday supervisors’ meeting, he voted to back the Planning Commission and, with his swing vote, denied Exxon’s appeal. It was after Yager’s vote that Exxon’s Don Cornett, believing he had the votes for the company, infamously said, “You can stick by your agreement or you can stick it in your ear.”

Exxon appealed to the Secretary of Commerce, Malcolm Baldridge, who sent a hearing officer to Santa Barbara to take testimony. Baldridge had the authority to overrule the county “in the national interest.” In a victory for the health of the citizens of Santa Barbara, Baldridge allowed county air rules to prevail. It set a precedent. Exxon came onshore.

David was a conservative in most aspects, but he leaned liberal in believing that government had a role in creating a better society. Many of his political appointments went to progressive women, and he supported giving women a larger voice in governing. He was instrumental in starting the County Commission for Women in 1973. He saw a need to promote the well-being of women and girls, where economic disparity sometimes had left them with special needs in healthcare, childcare, and safety. He supported the creation of the Human Services Commission, which advises on how funding is given to nonprofit organizations working to provide basic services through safety net programs throughout Santa Barbara County. He championed the creation of the County Arts Commission to promote greater cross cultural community engagement and to bring art to public places. The Arts Commission, along with the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation, awards annual grants to support artists and projects to enrich the lives of residents throughout the county.

On meeting David, you would be impressed with a ramrod tall, lean man. He had a keen mind and a wicked sense of humor. Behind the scene of the imposing supervisors’ meeting room, raucous laughter could be heard as David would regale with his observations and stories. Once in a while during a meeting, an open mic would catch a quip never to be forgotten. Working for and with Supervisor David Yager was a joy. He was elected three times and served 12 years in the office. In 1988 he lost his bid for reelection, or as he wrote for his own obituary, he “was retired by popular demand.”

Joan Wells was a 1st District Planning Commissioner, and Carol Hawkins was David Yager’s administrative assistant.

David and Wendy Yager and their dog Plato

Education Under Assault

Dismantling the

Department Tells Students:

‘You Are Not Worth Investing In’

BY GLORIA SOTO

Earlier this week, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a devastating ruling that opens the door for the dismantling of the Department of Education, stripping away decades of progress in public education and placing millions of students at risk. For Latino, immigrant, and low-income youth, this isn’t just a policy shift. It’s a full-scale assault.

The unsigned decision enables the executive branch to gut the Department of Education’s core functions without accountability. In dissent, Justice Sonia Sotomayor called out the danger directly: “When the Executive publicly announces its intent to break the law, and then executes on that promise, it is the Judiciary’s duty to check that lawlessness, not expedite it.”

Let’s be clear, this is not a quiet erosion of rights. It is a violent, deliberate dismantling of the systems that protect our youth.

The timing couldn’t be more alarming. Just last week, our communities in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties were hit with one of the largest ICE raids in history. More than 200 families were torn apart. Fear and confusion swept through our neighborhoods. Parents were detained, leaving many children alone and vulnerable. Entire communities were retraumatized by the experience.

Now, in the same breath, the highest court in the nation threatens the very agency tasked with ensuring every child in this country has access to an education.

At Future Leaders of America, we see the compounding weight that our youth carry: nav-

igating school systems never designed for their success, worrying if a parent will come home, and now watching the promise of education be politically dismantled. These are not hypotheticals; they are daily realities.

This Supreme Court ruling puts more than a thousand educational workers’ jobs in jeopardy and strips federal protections for students with disabilities, English learners, and youth from under-resourced communities. It sends a chilling message to our young people: You are not worth investing in.

We reject that message entirely.

For more than four decades, FLA has worked to increase the number of Latino youth who succeed in higher education, not through charity, but through power-building. We develop leaders who understand their worth and are ready to fight for their communities. And in moments like this, our mission has never been clearer.

We will not stay silent. We will not retreat. If federal protections are being stripped away, we must double down on safeguarding our schools right here, where we have the power to act.

We call on educators, elected officials, and community leaders to rise with us. To our youth: Your resilience is unmatched. Your brilliance is unstoppable. And in the face of these attacks, we will continue to fight beside you, for your future, and for the future we all deserve.

Gloria Soto is executive director of Future Leaders of America.

GOOD CHARLOTTE

obituaries

Bernice Weider

06/26/1932 – 07/01/2025

After a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, Bernice Weider passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2025 at the age of 93 in Danville, California. Bernice was born in The Bronx on June 26, 1932 and moved with her family to Oakland, CA when she was eleven years old. She met her husband Louis Weider several years later when he was attending U.C. Berkeley, and they immediately fell in love. After a brief courtship, they were married in 1952. Soon thereafter, they started a family and then moved to Los Angeles in 1959. After raising four children, Lou and Bernice moved to Santa Barbara where they were both active members and generous supporters of the local Jewish community. They were married for 64 years until Lou’s passing in 2016. They were deeply in love, and their affection for one another grew stronger throughout their marriage. They are survived by their four children, Deni, Lori, Daryl and Larry as well as seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Bernice, who came from limited means, was unable to attend college after high school. However, she went to college and received her bachelor’s degree after raising her children. Subsequently, she went on to receive a master’s degree in marriage and family counseling. In addition, she became a Bat Mitzvah as an adult as her passion for and love of Judaism flourished. She loved music as well as theatre and dance. Her interest in art complemented her keen eye for fashion and interior design. Her energy could light up a room, and she loved to entertain. Bernice was known for her zest for life and for her vibrant spirit.

After moving to Montecito in the 90’s., Bernice sought out many activities to stay fit and engaged. She loved the beauty of the Santa Barbara coastline and

mountains and deeply enjoyed her daily walks through the local foothills. Her final resting place is next to her beloved husband Lou at the Santa Barbara Cemetery overlooking the shimmering Pacific Ocean and the coastal mountains that they called home. May her memory be for a blessing.

Mark was born on New Year’s Eve 1952 to Robert & Elaine Rauch. He grew up in Granada Hills with his brothers Joe, Robbie and David. He graduated from Granada Hills High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in Ornamental Horticulture.

Mark was employed by the City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department for 27 years. He began his career as a Parks Supervisor in charge of beach parks maintenance. After 5 years he was placed in charge of the Central Staff overseeing the pest control operation, park repairs & all large equipment and equipment operators.

He was never one to sit still. He enjoyed working in his yard at home in Carpinteria and had one of the first drought tolerant yards in his neighborhood. He was recognized by Carpinteria Beautiful.

Mark loved surfing & taught his son Brian as well as Brian’s friends to surf. He would patiently push them off on waves when they were learning.

He rode his bike, sometimes to Santa Barbara & enjoyed both ocean and lake fishing on his boat. He liked camping with his family in the Eastern Sierras & golfing at Ventura and

Santa Barbara courses. When he slowed down from all of these activities he could be found with a Bud Lite in his hand grilling something on his Weber in the backyard. He had that tri tip down to perfection.

Mark was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church. He sat on the Board of Directors & helped with church grounds maintenance. He also sat on the City of Carpinteria Tree Advisory Committee for many years.

Mark is now at his eternal rest in the arms of Jesus. The family thanks all of those who hung in there with us all those years. This includes the caregivers who came to our home, Sansum Medical Clinic, Ventura Aegis Living & Assist Hospice Care.

Mark is survived by Marianne and their son Brian (Jessica).

Annie Pagliotti Kunellis

01/05/1926 – 11/30/2024

Annie Kunellis, a native of Goleta, passed away peacefully at her home of 75 years near the end of her 99th year. Born to Joseph and Carlotta (Cavaletto) Pagliotti, she was the youngest of five children and lived her entire life in Goleta.

Annie was raised on the family ranch located near the top of Fairview Ave. She was a good student and enjoyed after school sports. Most of her free time was spent working on the ranch.

After graduating from Santa Barbara High in 1944, she married Andy Kunellis, the love of her life, and raised their two children, Barbara Jean and James Andrew, in Old Town. She was proud of her Italian heritage and deep roots in the Goleta Valley. She spent many years working for her cousins, the Jordanos, as did her twin sisters, Josephine and Catherine.

After retirement she enjoyed taking road trips with Andy. They drove to all 49 states and, although they both did not like to fly, they did so to visit their son who lives in Hawaii, making their goal to visit all 50 states. She also work with her Retirees Club serving on the Board and doing volunteer work throughout the county.

Sadly in 1972, her daughter, Barbara, died young followed 30 later by her husband, Andy. Annie was the last of her generation, outliving all her siblings, in-laws and cousins. She is lovingly remembered by her son and many nieces and nephews.

Lorenzo Capovilla

04/10/1949 – 07/11/2025

Lorenzo Capovilla, lovingly known as Renzo, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, in Santa Barbara, California, at the age of 76.

Born on April 10, 1949, in Crespano del Grappa, Italy, Renzo was the youngest of three children of Gaetano and Franceschina Capovilla. Growing up in the Italian countryside, he delighted in life’s simple pleasures—most memorably, crafting and playing with handmade slingshots, a pastime that revealed his creativity and playful spirit.

On August 4, 1961, at the age of 12, Renzo immigrated to the United States with his parents and older sister. A few months later, his older brother joined the family following his military service. The Capovillas made their home in Santa Barbara, California, where Renzo would live for the rest of his life.

He graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1968 and built a long, respected career as a roofer throughout Santa Barbara County. Renzo was known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and quiet reliability—a true craftsman who took pride in every job he completed.

Renzo held a deep affection for his Italian roots and often spoke of his homeland with warmth and pride. At the same time, he was profoundly grateful to the United States for the life and opportunities it afforded him. In 2022, he proudly became an American citizen— a meaningful milestone that reflected his appreciation for his adopted country and the blending of two cultures that shaped his life.

Outside of work, Renzo had a passion for fast cars, motorcycles, and hunting with close friends. He also enjoyed fishing and had a special bond with his hunting dogs, who were his faithful companions on countless outings. These pursuits reflected his love of nature,

adventure, and quiet companionship. Though reserved by nature, he possessed a generous heart and was deeply protective of those he loved. His quiet strength, loyalty, and thoughtfulness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Giustina (Capovilla) and Dennis Martin; his sister-in-law, Gina Capovilla; his nieces, Luisa Capovilla Velez , Leonette Martin-Gunther, Stefania Capovilla Miller, and Denise Martin-Allen; four great-nieces and four greatnephews; and extended family in Italy—all of whom he held close to his heart.

Renzo is now reunited in eternal peace with his beloved brother, Sebastiano Capovilla; his mother, Franceschina Capovilla; his father, Gaetano Capovilla; and his nephew, Sebastiano Capovilla Jr.

A funeral mass will be held in his honor at the Santa Barbara Mission on August 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM, followed by inurnment at Calvary Cemetery. Renzo will be deeply missed and forever remembered for his quiet dignity, steadfast devotion, and the love he gave so freely.

Theresa Ambrose 07/26/1936 – 06/23/2025

Theresa Ambrose (better known as Terri Ambrose) was born in Milwaukee Wi on July 26 1936. Terri passed away June 23 2025. She married Jim Ambrose May 17 1958. They raised their family in Oak Creek Wi till they moved to Santa Barbara in1972 due to Delco's consolidation of business units. She volunteered and was employed at Saint Raphael school in many capacities for a number of years. She is survived by her husband Jim, son Mark(Colleen), daughter Stephanie(John Barry), daughter Paula(Virendra) and six grand daughters Madelaine, Allison, Janet, Pamela, Elizabeth and Miriam. She will be missed. Terri will be laid to rest at Calvery cemetery in Santa Barbara.

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Mark Rauch 12/31/1952 – 07/15/2025

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Adele Rachel (Marsh) Rosen

02/02/1933 – 07/18/2025

The daughter of Nat and Faye Marsh, Adele Rachel (Marsh) Rosen was born in Utica, NY on February 2, 1933. She left us on July 18, 2025. A true Aquarian, Adele saw the world through a different lens. She possessed a deep curiosity and a strong desire to make things better—not just for herself but for others too. Adele was independent and self-sufficient, intelligent and thoughtful; not usually one for small talk, preferring meaningful conversations that challenged her thinking and creative juices. She was unique and sometimes unpredictable, and could be stubborn. Adele enjoyed surprising people and often resisted labels or expectations. Her fashion choices, opinions, home and design sense reflected her artistry and impeccable taste, as well as her desire to stand out and remain true to herself. Adele loved to travel, laugh, and entertain. She was an exquisite hostess, and a loyal friend. About friends, Adele said, “I look for quiet strength, in good friends, who are both loyal and faithful, I have a strong gut reaction about people, which often proves to be correct.”

Adele and her late husband Hal Rosen (d 2016) were married in 1951. She was 19 years old. They moved from upstate New York to Ventura, CA in 1959 where her family had a furniture business. Her interest in design came naturally and when she was offered an opportunity to truly launch her interior design career she accepted the challenge to work for a developer who was building tract homes in the Goleta area. She created and managed the interior design for these new homes as well as dozens

of other model homes up and down the coast – Ventura, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Santa Paula, and in Simi Valley. And, all the time she was rearing two young daughters. Adele, Hal, and the girls, Barbara and Beth, moved to Santa Barbara in 1963 where the couple opened Décor Furniture, “with a lot of guts and no money”, to quote Adele. By the early 70’s Adele had established herself in the field of interior design.

As Adele’s career flourished, so did her need for a different type of stimulation. Adele was a visionary thinker, always looking ahead, and she was compassionate about her community. She cared deeply about her Jewish heritage, history and humanity. Adele was a community leader and resident of Santa Barbara for more than 60 years. Her passion for promoting the arts, children’s welfare, and teaching tolerance to young people remains unparalleled.

Adele received numerous awards and held a great number of volunteer leadership positions including as a steadfast supporter of the SB Jewish Federation and a past president of their Women’s Board, where she launched their Pomegranate giving society to help support Jewish life in the community, Israel, and around the world. She served on the CALM Board and as the chairwoman of four CALM Design Showcases. Adele also served as chair of the architectural committee for Congregation B’nai B’rith, as a member of Congregation B’nai B’rith Sisterhood, and as the originating co-chair of the synagogue’s Children of the Covenant, a legacy giving campaign.

Adele was a stalwart advocate for People’s Self-Help Housing and the Music Academy of the West where she volunteered as a compere for many years. She was a member of Hadassah and Brandeis Women, Women’s Board of the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Symphony League, Friend of the Eli Luria Library and Friend of Ensemble Theater, a Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra Associate,

a member of the Lobero Theatre, and more.

Adele was the coordinator of the exhibit “Anne Frank in the World 1929-1945” at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum in 1997. This exhibit evolved into the Beyond Tolerance project which she helped to establish, and soon she became the Director of the SB County Schools Center for Tolerance program. Adele was widely recognized for this work which brought more than 10,000 students from schools throughout the County of Santa Barbara to see the exhibit and learn about tolerance and diversity.

She received the Distinguished Community Service Award from the Anti-Defamation League in 1996, and The Woman of the Year Award for the 1 st District from the County Board of Supervisors in 1998.

Other awards include the Honorary Service Award from the California Congress of Parents, Teachers and Students, Inc., the Women’s Division of the Jewish Federation of Santa Barbara, Woman of Valor in 2014, and by the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, also in 2014, for 50 years of service to the general and Jewish communities of Santa Barbara.

Adele and Hal divorced in 2000. In 2010 she met Barry Howard. This was to be a JDate success story – Fifteen years of love and friendship, travel, meaningful conversations, laughs, and true connection. Barry has been a devoted and loving partner to Adele. Her family and friends are deeply grateful to Barry.

Adele is survived by her daughters Barbara (Bob) Dollar and Liz (Don) Payson, granddaughters Danielle Dollar and Nyah Rosen, great-grandson Ari Rosen, numerous loving friends and a grateful community.

A celebration of life will be held in early August.

Donations can be made in memory of Adele to Congregation B’nai B’rith, People’s Self-Help Housing, CALM, or a charity of your choice.

Jeffrey Alan Achin 01/17/1971 – 07/08/2025

Born to Charlotte Joy Beatty on January 17th 1971, Jeff charted a seemingly indestructible path through the city of his soul, Santa Barbara. On July 8th, 2025, we lost the gentle, complex man we’ve all become accustomed to.

Jeff was as omnipresent as the ocean, floating around the charm and grit of downtown, shuffling with his trademark gait into a coffee shop, peddling his ten dollar cruiser to buy a can of Murray’s, or waiting with just enough change to catch a bus. Jeff lived fiercely and fearlessly for twenty one years in the city he dubbed “my town.” Always independent in thought, reckless with time and guarded with tenderness, Jeff was predictably unpredictable. He would offer you his last cigarette, his only dollar, and silently revel in your joys. He would regale his story of meeting Mickey Rourke, tease you with trivia from the golden age of baseball, and educate you on Brando’s best films. As the Poni-Tails sang “born too late for you to notice me”, we noticed Jeff as he was the epitome of cool. Hair perpetually slicked back, tattoos of Peggy Sue, hotrods and anchors, he walked and talked from a bygone era referring to his friends as “Fancy Pants” and “Hot Shot”. You noticed Jeff when he walked into a room, because you were transported back in time.

Jeff met Rosie in 2005 and wherever life took each of them, for 20 years they remained always together in true love, friendship, sorrow, mischief, laughter, and many adventures. Theirs was a love that was undefinable. During

the last few months of his life, when recalling, he would say “hey, let’s keep those memories right here” pointing to his heart.

Jeff admired and was deeply proud of his ever loyal nephew, Dillon (D-Ray). From babysitting him as a youngster to spending hours talking Dodger baseball and Clippers basketball, Jeff helped D-Ray fall in love with Santa Barbara just as he did 21 years ago. Uncle Jeff was a man of fashion, style, friendship and even was an Oakley surf model and nearly cast as the red Power Ranger when he was young.

His final months were spent searching, praying, reminiscing, telling his family how much he loved us and reconnecting with his cherished aunt Cindy, Those of you who had the fortunate opportunity to know this incredible enigma, know he is finally at peace. He is a tough act to follow.

“Those you love will live in a fever of love, and you’ll bargain with the calendar and at the last moment when death opens the back door you’ll put on your carpet slippers and stride out.”

Jeff is survived by his nephew Dillon Grove (Sta. Barbara), companion Rosie Breault (Sta. Barbara), brother Robert Beatty and aunt Cindy Hunter (Cedar City, Utah).

His family finds comfort that he has been reunited with his mother Charlotte, brother Ben, and sister Ami.

Oliver Wheeler

Memorial Service

Greater Hope Missionary Baptist Church

430 East Figueroa Street, Santa Barbara Sunday, July 27, 2 p.m.

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Ellen Downing 1929 - 2025

In Loving Memory of Ellen Downing

Born in Mountain View, CA. Passed away in Santa Barbara, CA.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ellen Downing, who left us peacefully on June 9, 2025. Ellen lived a long and fulfilling life, and touched countless others with her warmth, wisdom, and grace.

A proud magna cum laude graduate of San José State University in 1949, Ellen had a deep appreciation for education. Her lifelong love of learning shaped who she was: always curious, thoughtful, and eager to grow. She was a mainstay for many years with Santa Barbara City College’s Adult Education Department and was the driving force behind the Mind and Supermind lecture series.

Music was another of Ellen's great passions; her home often echoed with melody, creating a welcoming and joyful space for all. After retiring, she continued to share her musical talents by playing percussion with the Prime Time Band.

Ellen’s demeanor was a beautiful blend of kindness, intelligence, humility, wit, and love. She often shared her guiding philosophy: "Treat others as you want to be treated," a mantra she lived by and modeled daily. Her gentle presence and generous spirit endeared her to all who knew her.

Above all, Ellen considered her greatest accomplishment to be her family. She is lovingly remembered by her two remaining children, Samuel Downing, and Susan Downing, as well as her grandchildren, Wesley and Sean Downing, and Lauren Morimoto. She also held deep affection for her niece and nephew, Allison (Paul) Lenarcic and Eric (Jewel) Stoddard, along with

many cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her son Stephen Downing, parents Bert and Glenna Erichsen, and sister Elizabeth (John) Stoddard.

Her absence will be profoundly felt, but her legacy of love, compassion, and grace will live on in the hearts of all who were privileged to know her.

Leota Diane Duncan 02/28/1952 – 05/28/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leota Diane Duncan on May 28, 2025. Diane passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara, California, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Santa Barbara, Diane was the beloved daughter of Leota Belle Duncan and Henry Newton Duncan, and the cherished sister of Randy Duncan. She graduated from San Marcos High School in 1970 and went on to attend UCLA, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Dance in 1974.

Following her passion, Diane moved to New York City to pursue a career in the performing arts. She graced the stages of Broadway in acclaimed productions such as Sugar Babies, Pippin, Singin’ in the Rain, Evita, and A Chorus Line. Diane’s talent, energy, and dedication left a lasting impression on fellow performers, directors, and audiences alike. Her years in New York were filled with rich friendships and artistic fulfillment.

After her Broadway career, Diane returned to Los Angeles, where she brought her creativity and drive to the entertainment industry, contributing to major projects for Disney, Universal Studios, and Warner Brothers.

In 2005, Diane moved to Ojai, California, where she became a vibrant part of the local community. She dedi-

cated her time and talents to non-profits, local businesses, medical offices, and the arts. Her warmth and generosity were felt by many, and she formed deep connections with neighbors, coworkers, and members of her church family.

Diane is survived by her brother, Randy Duncan (Wency); her nephews, Eric Duncan (Rebecca) and Marc Duncan (Marlena); and her cousins, Donna Glover (Jerry Don) and Bobby Redwine. She will be remembered with love and admiration by all who knew her.

A memorial service to celebrate Diane’s life will be held on Sunday, August 24 at 2:00 PM at Ojai Presbyterian Church, 304 Foothill Rd, Ojai, CA 93023. All who knew and loved Diane are welcome.

Carol Preston 02/27/1943 – 05/29/2025

Carol Preston passed away peacefully in Santa Barbara on May 29, 2025, at the age of 82. She is survived by her son Hal and daughter Alicia.

She was born Carol Sue Davis in New York City and grew up both there and in Weston, CT. In 1972 Carol and her husband Dale moved to Santa Barbara with their young children. Seeing a need for alternative approaches to education, she became part of the small group that founded the Open Alternative School in 1975. Carol's founding role in the school expanded when she was hired there, and she wore many hats at the tightknit campus such as secretary, nurse, parent coordinator and more. She loved the school and her work there, staying until her retirement many years later. After retiring she returned to her own education, eventually going on to get her BA in Communications from Antioch University.

Carol had a giving heart: she found fulfillment in being

emotionally and spiritually helpful to others, and was an active member of several support groups and communities such as the Unitarian Society, Las Lobas women's group and various fellowships devoted to loving service. She also had a strong interest in human health and the healing arts: in addition to traditional medicine, her curious and inquisitive spirit led her to explore alternative approaches such as herbal and energy medicine, somatic therapies and nutritional health.

She loved dance, particularly contemporary dance, and took classes for many years and participated in amateur productions until retiring to the role of enthusiastic audience member. She loved art and art history, music (especially the blues), and was a avid "foodie". In any crowd she invariably knew someone: a parent from school or a neighbor, someone from an art class, poetry class or support group, a dancer, an artist or a book club member.

Whether it was reaching out to someone in need, spending time with her friends or her children, or just facing the everyday challenges of life, she strove to add to the lives of her fellow human beings. She will be missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

A memorial will be held at her home on August 9th at 2:00 pm.

Alma Yolanda Almanza Trejo

04/07/1946 – 07/10/2025

In Loving Memory

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of our beloved Alma Yolanda Almanza Trejo lovingly known as Nina, who departed this world peacefully on July 10, 2025, at the age of 79.

Alma dedicated 18 years to Jostens and 30 years to Santa

Barbara Unified School District as Accounts Supervisor. Alma was the heart of our family a devoted mother, cherished sister, beloved aunt, and proud grandmother whose love knew no bounds. Her warmth, wisdom, and boundless compassion touched every soul she encountered. Whether through her gentle words, kind gestures, or the way she always made a house feel like home. Alma had a way of making everyone feel deeply seen and loved.

She lived a life rich in purpose and full of grace. As a mother, she raised her child with strength and tenderness, teaching him the values of honesty, resilience, and kindness. As a grandmother, her hugs were magic, her stories were cherished, and her unconditional love was a constant source of joy and comfort. To her siblings and extended family, she was a source of strength, laughter, and unwavering support—a cornerstone in every season of life.

Alma had a quiet yet powerful presence. She loved deeply, gave freely, and never asked for anything in return. Whether she was preparing a favorite meal, listening with genuine care, or simply offering her smile, she reminded us all of what it means to live with love at the center of everything. She leaves behind a legacy of love and a family who will miss her deeply: Luis Almanza, Alberto Almanza, Doris Gutierrez, Esther Trejo, Carlos Almanza, Mayte Almanza, Lino U. Almanza, Carlos Almanza Jr. and many cousins, nieces, nephews and godchildren. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing she is now at peace, reunited with those who went before her, and watching over us with that same gentle spirit that carried us through so much.

A celebration of Alma’s life was held on July 18, 2025. Though she may no longer walk among us, her love will forever guide our steps. Rest in peace, dear Nina. You were—and always will be—our greatest gift.

DANCING WITH COLOR AND LIGHT

ARTIST DEREK HARRISON PAINTS

“The Spirit of Fiesta” painting, which adorns this year’s official poster for Old Spanish Days, features a dancer suffused in a light that seems to emanate from inside of her. She is in a pulsating pose, with her dress spinning while her right arm extends to hold a mantilla that swirls all around her. Her body and shawl form a dynamic letter “S” in the middle of the frame and it is this shape that builds a sense of propulsion in the composition. The painter’s brushwork enhances the movement and urgency, with austere contrasts between light and darkness that highlight the dancer’s form and the power of the performance. The supple paint strokes subsidize the painting’s vivacious, almost improvisational feel. The artwork is practically monochromatic her dress is red; the curtains behind her are a deeper crimson and the background is almost pure black. The lack of a barrier between the viewer and dancer helps create the illusion that we are present at the actual event.

The creator, artist Derek Harrison, was inspired by the flamenco dancing he’d witnessed and studied in the past during Fiesta. But he was particularly influenced by John Singer Sargent’s masterpiece “El Jaleo” (1882) on display at Isabella Stewart Gardner

Museum in Boston which similarly depicts a Spanish dancer performing to the accompaniment of musicians. Sargent’s inducement on Harrison goes deeper. The dramatic usage of the several contrasting red tones in Harrison’s work recalls another Sargent masterpiece, “Dr. Pozzi at Home” (1881), which illustrates a doctor in a sensuous scarlet robe standing in front of a burgundy curtain. Red is a color that evokes strong emotions, and its use in the Fiesta painting contributes to the overall sense of vivacity and intensity.

This year’s Fiesta poster, in my humble opinion, is the best ever, and the painting used in it is a notable example of Harrison’s skilled ability to capture the heart of the subject through classical technique and a sharp eye for specificity. As you observe the work, you can almost imagine hearing the sound of the zapateado (footwork), pitos (finger snaps in flamenco), palmas (hand clapping), and possibly the echoes of the cante (singing), and toque (guitars). There’s drama in this canvas: mood, energy, and strong, visceral arrangement.

“I always try to do that with my paintings,” Harrison tells me. “I always try to get as much drama into my paintings as I can.”

One of the special privileges of serving as El Presidente of Old Spanish Days is the opportunity to create the official Fiesta pin and poster.

“The Spirit of Fiesta,” oil on linen, 22"x34", by Derek Harrison

Artist Derek Harrison

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This tradition was started by the 1976 El Presidente Rudy Castillo Sr., who was the Grand Marshal in the 2024 Historical Parade and who passed away in January. The design typically reflects a personal touch from the leader whether that’s a favorite color, a hobby, or even a beloved sports team.

LA VIE BOHEME IN SANTA BARBARA

This year’s El Presidente, Fritz Olenberger, wanted to incorporate his photography, as he is well-respected for it. “I actually began planning this year’s design around March of 2024,” said Olenberger. “Out of all my photographs, I wanted to choose one that projected energy, movement, and joy. I considered using the photograph itself for the poster, but opted for a painting of it because I thought a painting would be more appropriate for a poster.”

I came across Harrison’s work about a decade ago. Most of my lunch hours are spent walking through downtown Santa Barbara and checking out art in our galleries. I kept noticing his remarkable figurative paintings (a type of art that depicts recognizable objects and scenes from the real world, particularly the human figure) at the Waterhouse Gallery. When I asked Diane Waterhouse about Derek Harrison, she urged me to go visit him at his studio. That same day, as I walked back to my office, I decided to stop by, as his studio was close to the Arlington Theatre and on my way.

Olenberger wanted the artist doing the honors to be of museum quality, and particularly good with portraiture. He called his friend Diane Waterhouse at Waterhouse Gallery for help. She recommended Derek Harrison without hesitation. Then she arranged for the three of them to meet at her Montecito gallery.

“I looked at his work on the web and also at her gallery when we met,” Olenberger recalls. “The quality of his paintings and the realism is outstanding. I was convinced he was who I wanted before I even met him, and at our meeting, he was quite friendly and enthusiastic about the project.”

Painters in the 1800s longed to present their work at the Paris Salon, for it was a major cultural event, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. Exhibiting there provided an artist with unparalleled visibility and an opportunity to have their work seen and discussed by a wide audience, including critics and potential patrons. John Singer Sargent’s prestige was established in 1877 when he first presented his work at the Paris Salon. Today in Santa Barbara, for a young up-and-coming artist, there’s no close equivalent break to make a big splash. Yet Fritz Olenberger may have created a similar chance by bestowing young and gifted Derek Harrison with this showcase in this year’s Fiesta Santa Barbara’s most prominent cultural event.

“Fritz wanted it to be a classical oil painting, not a graphic design,” Harrison said, understanding the importance of the assignment. “I tend to hold myself to a high standard. I wanted it to be something special.”

The young artist worked in a walk-up, and to my surprise his art studio was also his apartment. The setup was something you’ve seen in movies about the Parisian Belle Époque. There was a corner that was dedicated for his models to sit and pose, with spotlights and a backdrop. There were several easels scattered about and next to this arrangement, there was a bedroom and a small kitchenette.

“I like to be immersed in the art environment,” said Harrison. “I don’t like to separate myself from it. I never feel like I’m at home. I just need a place to sleep in. I try to put it all into my work.”

When conversing with him, he unhesitatingly discusses John Singer Sargent and how much his portraits have shaped him. Harrison shares how Rembrandt has motivated him to do a self-portrait of himself once a year since he started painting, and we chat about Caravaggio’s usage of chiaroscuro (strong contrasts between light and dark). He venerates all of these classical painters and has studied at length.

“Derek admires the Old Masters because of their immense talent, craftsmanship and skill,” said Diane Waterhouse. “Their artistry was astounding.”

Harrison divulges his motivation for painting in the classical style that he does: “I want to expose people to the way I felt when I saw the works done by the masters.”

TATTOO ARTISTRY MEETS THE MASTERS

Harrison’s roommate for a while was Danny Meza, the renowned tattoo artist and muralist who passed away last April. “We were coming up together in

Some the artwork, and works in progress, inside Derek Harrison’s studio

Santa Barbara,” said Harrison. “We shared that space the majority of the time. All we talked about was art, history, technique. We barely had a social life. All we did was paint. He helped me see things differently. He brought things out in me I was lacking and vice versa.”

Harrison himself began as a tattoo artist. “That’s how it all started,” he said. “In 2005, I was 22 years old and working at a fitness center in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. I was sketching on a pad, and a tattoo artist who owned a studio called Truth Tattoo offered me an apprenticeship.”

It’s very hard to be hired as a tattoo artist. You start by going to art school. Harrison was untrained and unschooled yet he was tapped to become one. He was supposed to be in a year of training, but it took him just four months to get ready to be on the floor working. (He has a tattoo of Quentin Tarantino above his knee that he did himself as he was learning.) “When I began tattooing, I started to take art more seriously,” he said. “Art became a complete obsession.” He’d taken basic drawing class in high school but had had no formal training in art yet tattooing taught him a lot. “I learned about composition, balance, and color,” he explains. “I did it the backwards way. Tattoo artists study art and then become tattoo artists. I didn’t know it yet, but painting was what I ultimately wanted to do.”

I urged him to elaborate on the ways that tattooing prepared him to be a figurative painter. “You learn about the rhythms of the body the flow of the biomechanics of the body,” he says. “It translates very well to figurative painting. Posing the model is 75 percent of what makes the painting good.”

After a few years in Steamboat Springs, he decided to move to California because he knew there were better artists here. He got a job at Energy Tattoo, and they offered him an apartment above the shop to live in. In the meantime, he started taking art classes and paint workshops in L.A. specifically at the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art. A highly regarded tattoo artist named Shawn Barber had a painting by American realist painter Jeremy Lipking. His work so impressed Derek that he reached out to him about taking classes from him, and he ended working for him about a year as an assistant. “He taught me most of what I know,” said Harrison. “He brought me into the fine art world.”

Coincidentally, Jeremy Lipking was represented by Diane and Ralph Waterhouse in our city.

FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING

Why figurative painting? “There’s something instinctual about it,” says Harrison. “It’s the most challenging thing to do. If you can paint the human figure, if you can do a portrait, you can do anything.”

He also particularizes that whenever he paints a portrait of someone, he is also painting a self-portrait. “I tend to idealize when I try to capture the person,” he says.

Harrison has a model come into his studio to pose once a week. “There’s something that is lost when you work from a photograph,” he says. “There’s no filter with a live model. No technology. No middle man. There’s a unique energy. An urgency. Models cannot sit for a long time.”

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He does paint landscapes often. “But I like them to be populated,” he says. “By bringing people into a landscape, it tells a story. Plain landscapes seem static to me.”

Before his 31st birthday, he began winning awards for his paintings and establishing a strong collector base. He is an instructor at the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art as well as an adjunct faculty member at Westmont College. “The aim of my work is to inspire,” he states.

Lately, he has been enthralled with doing American West painting, capturing scenes of people with horses and those who work in ranches. “There’s something nostalgic about it,” he says. About three years ago, he spent a month traveling through the southwestern states: Colorado, Utah, Nevada, and New Mexico. He visited western heritage painter Bill Anton, who lives in Prescott, Arizona. “I love the scenery, the clothing, and the drama,” he says. “There’s great nostalgia about it. It is an idealized world that is fleeting.”

THE AMERICAN WEST INSPIRES

At the first American Western painting show where Harrison submitted one of his works, the Tehachapi Art Commission Exhibition, his art sold in minutes. On the surface, his paintings in this genre seem pretty straightforward, but at a closer look, you start noticing that

there’s a cycle of life being portrayed in each frame. There might be a bone on the ground, and there’s always a sunset depicted conveying the end of things and mortality.

About a year ago, Harrison met Kate Maddaloni when he was looking for a model who was good with horses and had experience at a ranch. She has competed in rodeos and has brought him further into this world. She has also become his muse, and the person whom he trusts the most to give him feedback on his work.

“He originally reached out to me hoping to shoot some reference photo content with cowgirls and horses,” Kate said. “But I think he ended up with more than he bargained for. With my knowledge of horses and ranch life combined with his incredible skill with a paintbrush (and charcoal), I think we have created something pretty special.” It is her who is depicted on the Old Spanish Days poster.

Harrison is thrilled to have been tapped by El Presidente for the poster.

“I’ve always enjoyed the history of Fiesta and going to the Historical Museum and seeing all of the posters from previous years,” he says. “It has such a rich legacy. I always thought it would be amazing to paint something for the poster. This opportunity came out of the blue this year, and it is such an amazing honor to be added to the roster of artists who have created works for Fiesta. It’s truly a dream come true. I love how Fiesta brings everyone together!” n

“Above it All,” oil on linen, 18"x30", by Derek Harrison

Images of the American West, like this one, have dominated Derek Harrison’s recent paintings.

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OLD SPANISH DAYS

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

10:30–11:00 Ribbon Cutting/Opening Ceremony DANCERS

11:00–11:15 Spirits Of Fiesta

by Susan Stroman

11:15–12:00 Garcia Dance Studio

12:00–12:30 Alma De Mexico De Santa Bárbara

12:30–1:15 Puro Flamenco

1:15–1:45 Cruz Dance & Entertainment

1:45–2:30 Timo Nuñez Arte Flamenco 2:30–3:15 Zermeño Dance Academy (Live Musicians)

DANCERS

3:15–3:45 Contreras Flamenco Arts 3:45–4:15 Ballet Folklorico Patria Mexicana BANDS

4:30–5:00 Natalie & Anthony 5:30–6:40 Logan Livermore And The 154 7:00–8:10 Heart & Soul 8:40–10:00 Double Wide Kings

Thursday, July 31, 2025

11:00–11:30 Grupo Folklórico De West Los Angeles

11:30–12:00 Puro Flamenco

12:00–12:30 Alma De Mexico De Santa Barbara

12:30–1:15 Timo Nuñez Arte Flamenco

1:15–2:00 Zermeño Dance Academy

2:00–2:30 Break

2:30–3:15 Contreras Flamenco Arts (Live Musicians)

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3:15–3:30 Ballet Folklórico Patria Mexicana 3:30–4:15 Zermeño Dance Academy (Live Musicians) BANDS

4:30–5:00 Luna Aguilera

5:30–6:40 Grupo Radiante De Fausto Cruz

7:00–8:10 Banda La Preferida De California

8:40–10:00 Banda La Venenosa

Friday, August 1, 2025

DANCERS

11:00–11:30 Avellana Dance Studio

11:30–11:45 Baile De California

11:45–12:30 Garcia Dance Studio

12:30–1:00 Cruz Dance & Entertainment

1:00–1:30 Alma De Mexico De Santa Barbara 1:30–1:45 Ballet Folklórico Patria Mexicana

1:45–2:15 Break

2:15–3:00 Timo Nuñez Arte Flamenco

3:00–3:45 Flamenco Santa Barbara (Live Musicians)

3:45–4:15 Grupo Folklórico De West Los Angeles BANDS

4:30–5:00 Trixico

5:30–6:40 Banda Santa Elena

7:00–8:10 Mezcal Martini

8:40–10:00 False Puppet

Saturday, August 2, 2025

DANCERS

11:00–11:30 Ballet Folklórico Patria Mexicana

11:30–12:00 Puro Flamenco

12:00–12:15 Avellana Dance Studio

12:15–12:45 Contreras Flamenco Arts (Live Musicians)

12:45–1:15 Alma De Mexico De Santa Barbara

1:15–2:00 Zermeño Dance Academy (Live Musicians)

2:00–2:45 Garcia Dance Studio

2:45–3:00 Ballet Folklorico Aztlan De CSUN

3:00–3:45 Timo Nuñez Arte Flamenco

3:45–4:15 Flamenco Santa Barbara (Live Musicians)

BANDS

4:30–5:00 Los Bitaches

5:30–6:40 Spencer The Gardener

7:00–8:10 Los De La Empresa

8:40–10:00 Xplosion Latina De Santa Barbara

¡ Viva la Fiesta! Capture e Spirit!

*As of Monday, July 21, 2025. Schedule is subject to change. Visit www.sbﬁesta.org for schedule updates.

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As always, find the complete listings online at independent.com/events. Submit virtual and in-person events at independent.com/eventsubmit

THURSDAY 7/24

FARMERS MARKET SCHEDULE The

THURSDAY

Carpinteria: 800 block of Linden Ave., 3-6:30pm

FRIDAY

Dillon Yuhasz, Kate Brody-Adams, and Ryan Beaghler

7/24-7/26: The Theatre Group at S.B. City College Presents Mel Brooks’s Young Frankenstein See Broadway’s 2017 musical based on the 1974 comedy film that follows what happens when the grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein aims to fulfill his grandfather’s legacy by bringing a corpse back to life with the help from the servant Igor, buxom assistant Inga, and needy fiancée Elizabeth, with songs such as “Transylvania Mania,” “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” and more. 7:30pm. Garvin Theatre, SBCC West Campus, 721 Cliff Dr. $16-$34. Call (805) 965-5935. theatregroupsbcc.com/current-season

7/24: Environmental Defense Center (EDC) Benefit Concert with JK Moreno Psychology professor, psychotherapist, forensic examiner, novelist, and now singer/songwriter Kelly “JK” Moreno will play a concert of his multi-genre sound (rock, blues, Americana, and country) that is informed by his clinical experience with patients, prisoners, and his own challenges. Funds will benefit the EDC. 8pm. SOhO Restaurant & Music Club, 1221 State St. $30. Call (805) 962-7776. tinyurl.com/JK-MorenoBenefit

7/24: Music Academy Summer Festival: x2: Living in Color Renowned teaching artists will share the spotlight with fellows in intimate performances that will offer a unique perspective celebrating women composers, exploring cultural heritage, and illuminating musical relationships across generations. 7:30pm. Hahn Hall, Music Academy, 1070 Fairway Rd. Ages 7-17: free; GA: $10-$60. Call (805) 969-4726. musicacademy.org/calendar

7/24: Concerts in the Park: Soul Majestic Bring picnics, blankets, and chairs (no alcohol, pets, or smoking) and listen to American reggae from this S.B. band. 6-7:30pm. Chase Palm Park Great Meadow, 236 E. Cabrillo Blvd. Free. Call (805) 564-5418. tinyurl.com/ParkConcerts-2025

7/24-7/26: PCPA Presents Holmes and Watson Join Dr. Watson in a twisty, tantalizing mystery as he navigates a deadly guessing game to uncover the truth behind three men claiming to be Sherlock Holmes, in this gripping adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle’s original tale. Recommended for tweens and up. 8pm, Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St, Solvang. $25-$66. Call (805) 922-8313. pcpa.org/events

FRIDAY

7/25

7/25: FREE Summer Films: Dog Days of Summer: Best in Show

Bring low-back chairs, breathable blankets, and dinner to enjoy a live music set from DJ Darla Bea and connect with the team from Perfect Puppy Academy and watch canine athletes in live agility followed by a screening of this 2000 mockumentary (PG-13) about diverse dog owners who compete in the Mayflower Dog Show. 8:30pm. Sunken Gardens, S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call (805) 893-3535. artsandlectures.ucsb.edu/events

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

7/25: Gogol Bordello 2025 California Tour, Puzzled Panther, Grace Bergere Gogol Bordello, formed in 1999, the international punk band from the Lower East Side of Manhattan led by Ukrainian frontman Eugene Hütz, will be in S.B. with New York–based post-punk, alt-rock Puzzled Panther and dark folk/indie guitar player singer/songwriter Grace Bergere to open the show. $48-$271. Call (805) 963-9589. arlingtontheatresb.com

7/25: The 16th Annual Asian American Film Series Watch a screening of 2023’s Starring Jerry as Himself, about a family who documents how their immigrant father Jerry, a recently divorced and retired Florida man, was recruited by the Chinese police to be an undercover agent. The film will be followed by a special presentation and a Q&A. 6-9pm. Alhecama Theatre, 215A E. Canon Perdido St. Free-$5 suggested donation. Call (805) 965-0093. sbthp.org/aafs

SATURDAY 7/26

7/26: Applebox Free Family Films: 101 Dalmatians See Disney’s 1961 animated film that follows what happens when a litter of Dalmatian puppies are abducted by the evil Cruella De Vil. Complimentary popcorn and drinks. 10am. SBIFF’s Riviera Theatre, 2044 Alameda Padre Serra. Free. Call (805) 963-0023. sbiffriviera.com/applebox

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Shows On Tap

7/26: Validation Ale Blackstar: David Bowie Tribute Concert, 7:30pm. 102 E. Yanonali St. Free. Call (805) 500-3111. tinyurl.com/Blackstar-Jul26

7/24-7/26: Eos Lounge Thu.: College Night! Free. Fri.: Vampire Sex. $6.18. Sat.: Quizo. Free. 500 Anacapa St. 9pm. Ages 21+. Call (805) 564-2410. eoslounge.com

7/24: S.B. Bowl Father John Misty with Special Guests: Lucinda Williams, Hamilton Leithauser. 6pm. $40.50$85.50. 1122 N. Milpas St. Call (805) 962-7411. sbbowl.com

7/24-7/28, 7/30: SOhO Restaurant & Music Club Thu.: Environmental Defense Center Benefit with JK Moreno, 8pm. $30. Fri.: SoCal Souldies, Los Yesterdays, The Jack Moves, The Silvertone, 9pm. $30-$35. Ages 21+. Sat.: (((folkYEAH!))) Presents: Dougie Poole, Nicole Lawrence, 9pm, $18. Ages 21+. Mon.: Flamenco S.B. presents: Tablao Soho, 8pm. $40-$50. Wed.: Gondwana’s Quique Neira, Elenah, 8pm. $22-$27. Ages 21+. 1221 State St. Call (805) 962-7776. sohosb.com

7/25: Carr Winery The Caverns, 7-9pm. 414 N. Salsipuedes St. Free Ages 21+. Call (805) 965-7985. carrwinery.com/event

7/24-7/27: Lost Chord Guitars Thu.: Teresa Pico. Free Fri.: Dirty Cello. $20. 8pm. Sat.: Kathleen Sieck and The Paradise Road. $15. Sun.: Terry Lawless. Free. 1576 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang. 7pm. Ages 21+. Call (805) 331-4363. lostchordguitars.com

7/25-7/26: M.Special Brewing Co. (Goleta) Fri.: Bradberri. Sat.: Spoonful. 6860 Cortona Dr., Ste. C, Goleta. 7-9pm. Free. Call (805) 9686500. mspecialbrewco.com

7/25-7/26, 7/30: M.Special Brewing Co. (S.B.) Fri.: Dylan Cunningham Band, 8pm. Sat.: Ben Betts Looping, 8pm. Wed.: Spencer the Gardener, 6pm. Free. 634 State St. Call (805) 308-0050. mspecialbrewco.com

7/25-7/27: Maverick Saloon Fri.: The Ripleys, 8:30pm. Sat.: The Jimi Nelson Band, 8:30pm. Sun.: Jimi Nelson, 3pm. Free. 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez. Call (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.com/eventcalendar

7/25: Restaurant Roy Schnack ‘N Bari Trio and special guest, 6pm. 7 W. Carrillo St. Free. Call (805) 966-5636. tinyurl.com/Schnack-Trio

7/26: Buena Onda: Haley St. The Rhythm Industrial Complex, 6pm. Free 724 E. Haley St. Call (805) 679-3320. tinyurl.com/TRIC-Jul26

7/26-7/27: Cold Spring Tavern Sat.: Recess w/ Daniel Lower, Jody Eulitz, and Fred Dabby. Sun.: The Nombres. 5995 Stagecoach Rd.1:30-4:30pm. Free. Call (805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com

7/26-7/27: Hook’d Bar and Grill Sat.: The New Vibe, 4-7pm. Sun.: Stacked, 1-4pm. 116 Lakeview Dr., Cachuma Lake. Free. Call (805) 350-8351. hookdbarandgrill.com/music-onthe-water

7/27: Longoria Wines Off-White, 3-5pm. 732 State St. Free. Call (805) 679-5158. tinyurl.com/Longoria-Live

7/30: Solvang Music in the Park Knee Deep, 5-8pm. Free Call (805) 688-0701. solvangcc.com/music-in-the-park

WEEK

The SATURDAY 7/26

7/26:

Opening Reception with Pedro De La Cruz: ¡Viva La Fiesta! See the dynamic works of Pedro De La Cruz that draw inspiration from S.B.’s cherished Old Spanish Days Fiesta, listen to the mariachis, watch a flamenco performance, and meet the artist. The exhibition will be on view through August 31. 5-8pm. Art & Soul, 1323 State St. Free Email artandsoulsb@gmail.com artandsoulsb.com/pages/events

7/26: BroBBQ - A Fundraiser for the Women Winemakers & Culinarians Foundation This dinner will feature barbecued meats and veggies from the Bros, featuring sauces and spices from Anna Vocino’s Eat Happy Kitchen, wine from Future Perfect and Seagrape, and more with funds going toward the Foundation’s mission to empower and support female winemakers and culinarians. 4-7pm. The Barn, 2625 Santa Barbara Ave., Los Olivos. $125. Email karensteinwachs@gmail.com. tinyurl.com/BroBBQ-Jul26

7/26: Pink Floyd Laser Spectacular Live Presents Shine On This power-packed, note-for-note tribute show will feature an all-star cast performing the iconic sounds of Pink Floyd with special effects, lasers, and video projection. 7:30pm. The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St. $50-$95. Call (805) 899-2222. ticketing.granadasb.org/events

7/26: Music Academy Summer Festival: Brass @ the Bandshell This free and lively outdoor performance will feature Music Academy brass fellows performing a program of fanfares and favorites, including Bernstein’s suite from West Side Story. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics. Performance: 11am; instrument exploration station: 11:45am. Plaza del Mar Band Shell, 131 Castillo St. Free. Call (805) 969-4726. musicacademy.org/calendar

7/26: Repair Café S.B. residents can bring their broken items to be fixed on the spot with the help of voluntary repairers as an alternative to throwing items out. 10am-2pm. Unitarian Society of S.B., 1535 Santa Barbara St. Free. Email info@repaircafesb.org ussb.org/events/repair-cafe

7/26: The 25th Annual Woodies at the Beach Car Show & Eighth Annual National Woodie Club Meet Join to celebrate the artistry and craftsmanship of Woodie Wagons from all over the western United States with food trucks for breakfast and lunch while supporting area charities with raffles and a silent auction. 9am-3pm. West Lawn, SBCC, 721 Cliff Dr. Free. Call (805) 558-2345 or email sbwoodieclub@yahoo .com. santabarbarawoodies.com

7/26: National Disability Independence Day at Hillside The community is invited to enjoy food, game booths, bouncy houses, music, and a petting zoo at Hillside, a residential facility for people with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism, and epilepsy. 11am3pm. Hillside House, 1235 Veronica Springs Rd. Free. Call (805) 687-0788. hillsidesb.org

7/26: Blackstar: David Bowie Tribute Concert Blackstar, formed in Ventura in 2017, will bring their down-and-dirty Bowie of the ’70s to S.B. 7:30pm, Validation Ale, 102 E. Yanonali St. Free. Call (805) 500-3111. tinyurl.com/Blackstar-Jul26

7/26: The Rhythm Industrial Complex (TRIC) Join TRIC for a night of global grooves of afrobeats, funk, reggae, outdoor dancing, and amazing Argentinian cuisine (for purchase). 6pm. Buena Onda Empanadas, 724 E. Haley St. Free. Call (805) 6793320. tinyurl.com/TRIC-Jul26

SUNDAY

7/27

7/27: Pacific Pride Foundation Presents Royalty of Pride Witness the crowning of S.B.’s next Queen, King, or Royal Theyness in an electrifying showcase of charisma, creativity, and queer excellence as talented contestants light up the stage, competing for the crown and the hearts of the crowd in this celebration of LGBTQ+ pride. 6:30pm. The New Vic Theatre, 33 W. Victoria St. GA: $50; VIP: $100. Email carlos@pacificpridefoundation.org etcsb.org/whats-on/community-events

7/27: SomaGlyph Creative Play Using a prompt deck of symbols called SomaGlyphs (created by local artist Adrienne De Guevara), participate in playful guided exercises designed for artists, movers, and curious creatives of all kinds. All bodies and experience levels are welcome. 10am-noon. The Dance Hub, 22 E. Victoria St. $35. deguevaraart.com/happenings

MONDAY 7/28

7/28: Dinosaur Safari Brave young adventurers (ages 5-9) and families are invited to meet under the big Oak Tree for a timetraveling safari tour through the Prehistoric Forest and learn about where dinosaurs lived, what they ate, and more. First tour: 11:30amnoon; second tour: 1:30-2pm. S.B. Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol. Free-$19. Email afranada@sbnature2.org sbnature.org/calendar

TUESDAY 7/29

7/29: Reclaimed Jewelry Making Workshop Learn how to transform reclaimed beads, chains, charms, and other found materials into one-of-a-kind earrings, necklaces, and bracelets at this hands-on creative and eco-conscious workshop. 6-7:30pm. EE Makerspace, Art from Scrap, 302 E. Cota St. $25. Call (805) 884-0459. exploreecology.org/event

WEDNESDAY 7/30

Old Spanish Days Fiesta 2025

7/27: La Recepción del Presidente Join El Presidente Fritz Olenberger and the Old Spanish Days Board of Directors for a celebration of history and this year’s theme of “Capture the Spirit.” Enjoy a cocktail reception, a plated dinner, performances by the 2025 Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta and area academies and studios, silent and live auctions, and dancing under the stars to the multigenre sounds of the Academy. 5-10pm. Private Estate, Hope Ranch. $150. Ages 21+. Email info@sbfiesta.org sbfiesta.org/events-calendar

7/29: Viva Santa Barbara Paint Party All level painters are invited to create a masterpiece in mixed media that showcases the vibrant spirit of Fiesta, led by area artist Carey Caulfield. All materials, instruction, and setup will be provided. 6-8pm. Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St. $45. Call/text (805) 403-3555. tinyurl.com/VivaSB-Paint

7/30: S.B. County Courthouse Fiesta Tours Meet in the Mural Room for a one-hour, docent-guided tour of this beautiful Spanish-Moorish Historic Landmark. Tours take place every hour between 10:30am and 3:30pm. S.B. County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa St. Free. Call (805) 962-6464. sbfiesta.org/events-calendar

7/30: El Mercado de la Guerra Stroll through a colorful Mexican market (across from City Hall) to feast on Spanish and Mexican American foods, shop for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy live entertainment and a ribbon cutting at 10:30am. 11am-10pm. De la Guerra Plaza, first block of E. De la Guerra St. Free. Call (805) 962-8101 or email info@sbfiesta.org sbfiesta.org/events-calendar

7/30: Old Spanish Days Fiesta Rooftop Party Meet on the roof and be ready to dance to the sounds of DJ Darla Bea and enjoy handcrafted bites (mini paella with shrimp and chorizo, vegetable burrito, albondigas, and beef empanadas) and cocktails (for purchase). 6-9pm. Kimpton Canary Hotel Rooftop, 31 W. Carrillo St. $30. Ages 21+. Call (805) 884-0300. tinyurl.com/Rooftop-Fiesta

7/30: La Fiesta Pequeña/Little Fiesta Be a part of the official opening of Old Spanish Days Fiesta at the “Queen of the Missions” with a program of traditional songs and dances from Californios Spirit. Bring blankets and low chairs for Rose Garden seating. 8-10pm. Old Mission Santa Barbara, 2201 Laguna St. Free sbfiesta.org/events-calendar

The Oak Park Wading Pool

Children ages 7 and under. Open daily, noon-5pm. 502 W. Alamar Ave.

Ortega Park Swimming Pool

Children ages 13 and under and their caregivers. Mon.-Fri.: Swim lessons: 10am-noon and 3-5:30pm; recreation swim 12:30-2:30pm; Sat.: noon-5pm. tinyurl.com/Summer-Swim

Los Baños del Mar

Open year-round. In addition to public lap swim, there will be recreation swim hours for families during the summer.

Mon.-Fri.: 2:15-3:45pm.

Low-cost group swim lessons ($6 per 30-minute lesson) will be offered at Los Baños del Mar and Ortega Park Pool throughout the summer for children ages six months-12 years. Register online. tinyurl.com/Swim-Summer-Lessons

The Oak Park Wading Pool

Niños menores de siete años. Abierta todos los días, de 12-5pm. 502 W. Alamar Ave.

Ortega Park Swimming Pool

Niños menores de 13 años y sus cuidadores. De lunes a viernes. Clases de natación: 10amnoon y 3-5pm; natación recreativa de 12:30-2:30pm. y sábados 12-5pm. tinyurl.com/Summer-Swim

Los Baños del Mar

Abierto todo el año. Además de la natación pública, habrá horas de natación recreativa para familias durante el verano. De lunes a viernes: 2:15-3:45pm. Se ofrecerán clases de natación en grupo de bajo coste (6 $ por clase de 30 minutos) en Los Baños del Mar y en la piscina del Parque Ortega durante todo el verano para niños de seis meses a 12 años. Inscríbase en línea. tinyurl.com/Swim-Summer-Lessons

Summer Meals

Summer Food Programs

LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY

Children and teens ages 0-18 can eat a free, nutritious meal (first-come, first-serve) on Monday-Friday, June 16-August 15 (except June 18-19 and July 4, 8-9), noon-1pm and stay for special events. Michael Towbes Upper Plaza, S.B. Central Library, 40 E. Anapamu St. Call (805) 962-7653 or email info@sbplibrary.libanswers.com. tinyurl.com/LibraryLunch2025

ALMUERZO EN LA BIBLIOTECA

Los niños y adolescentes de 0 a 18 años pueden comer una comida nutritiva gratis (por orden de llegada) de lunes a viernes, del 16 de junio al 15 de agosto (excepto el 18-19 de junio y el 4, 8-9 de julio), del mediodía a la 1 p.m. y quedarse para eventos especiales. Michael Towbes Upper Plaza, Biblioteca Central de S.B., 40 E. Anapamu St. Llame al (805) 962-7653 o envíe un correo electrónico a info@sbplibrary.libanswers.com. tinyurl.com/LibraryLunch2025

S.B. UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FREE SUMMER MEALS

Free breakfast and lunch will be provided to kids ages 18 years and younger. Children must eat on site.

COMIDAS DE VERANO GRATUITAS DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR UNIFICADO DE S.B.

Se ofrecerán desayunos y almuerzos gratuitos a los niños menores de 18 años. Los niños deben comer en el sitio.

FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY (JUNE 16-AUG. 8)

1111 E. Mason St. Breakfast: 8-9:30, lunch: 11:30am-1:30pm.

HARDING ELEMENTARY (JUNE 23-JULY 31) 1625 Robbins St. Breakfast: 8-9am, lunch: noon-12:30pm.

CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY (JUNE 23-JULY 31)

123 Alameda Padre Serra. Breakfast: 8-9am, lunch: noon-12:30pm.

MONROE ELEMENTARY (JUNE 23-AUG. 1)

431 Flora Vista Dr. Breakfast: 8-8:30am, lunch: noon-1pm.

OAK PARK (JUNE 16-AUG 8)

638 W. Junipero St. Lunch: 11am-1pm.

JONNY D. WALLIS PARK (JUNE 16-AUG 8)

170 S. Kellogg Ave., Goleta. Lunch: 11am-1pm.

ORTEGA PARK (JUNE 16-AUG. 8)

604 E. Ortega St. Lunch: 1-2pm.

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VISIONARY ARTISTS MARY HEEBNER, DR. JOANN KUCHERA-MORIN, GABRIELA RUIZ, MANJARI SHARMA, AND DIANA THATER WERE FETED AT A SPECIAL ‘MYTHS AND LEGENDS’ EVENT

Creativity and innovation were celebrated at Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara’s (MCASB) 2025 Art Awards. On July 13, people from across the county gathered to recognize the five talented and outstanding artists. Guests donned their most legendary looks as they ascended the iconic tile staircase in Paseo Nuevo.

The event, with a theme of “myths and legends,” began with a reception at the museum where guests could meet the artists and ask them about their work. This was held in the galleries with the Arte del Pueblo exhibition on view, featuring works of all types from artists across the region.

Honorees at MCASB’s 2025 Art Awards: (from left) Gabriela Ruiz, Manjari Sharma, Mary Heebner, Dr. Joann KucheraMorin, and Diana Thater

Following the reception, guests were guided into the Center Stage Theater for a screening of Dr. Joann Kuchera-Morin’s Probably/Possibly? The film features footage from the AlloSphere at UCSB, where Kuchera-Morin leads the team and is the chief designer, as well as professor in the Department of Music.

After the screening, MCASB Board of Trustees President Frederick Janka and Executive Director Dalia Garcia presented the awards to Kuchera-Morin, Mary Heebner, Gabriela Ruiz, Manjari Sharma, and Diana Thater. The awards themselves were created by Ry Rocklen, an American sculptor who focuses on themes of pursuing the

sublime in the things we take for granted.

The evening also featured a dinner catered by the downtown Indian restaurant Bibi Ji.

“I feel like we need to be more loud and take space when it comes to the arts, and one of the main things for us is looking for ways in how we can emphasize and how we can support local artists, and how we can host events that kind of have more integral meanings of inclusivity in the arts,” said Garcia.

Heebner shared that she thinks “an artist takes many years to find her voice, and also that [they] take many years to find [their] place in a community.” She went on to say, “I’m happy to move that forward and celebrate not only the work that I’ve done, but other artists and people in the community that make this place so special. These awards mark a moment in time; they mark a moment in someone’s individual development, how they are regarded by the community, and how they are both nourished and give back to the community.”

“[MCASB is] opening up the doors to everyone,” said KucheraMorin, “which is really important for museums, because they have not been open to everyone, and here, they’re looking at all the artists that actually create in many different cultures. I think to acknowledge who we are and bring us together as one community is really important.”

Ruiz, who is originally from Los Angeles but familiar with Santa Barbara, as her dad lived

here during her childhood, shared that she has a soft spot for Santa Barbara and that these awards are “so special.” When asked about the role of community in the arts, she said, “These awards are not only important because they recognize artists, but they show that the artists can also work with the community. Artists are successful in what they do when their community shows up, but it’s also important for the artist to show up for the community.”

Sharma, a Mumbai-born and Los Angeles–based artist, said, “The age-old question is, ‘What does an artist do?’ I’ve done it my whole life now, but when it comes down to really showing someone what you’re doing, you need a canvas; you need a space that can bring your art there so people can walk up to the conversation. A place like MCA, which is in the heart of Santa Barbara, allows people to really connect as opposed to the world today is like doomscrolling and AI. Art makes it real; it brings community closer.”

Thater, a Los Angeles–based artist who recently lost her home and studio to the area fires, emphasized that these awards “lift[ed her] spirits. It is wonderful to be recognized for my work. These awards introduce artists to the community, which is important. And, of course, the museum is involved with all kinds of artists, and you see that the people who receive this award today come from all different places both personally and professionally. I think it’s important to recognize artists because for so long, we work so hard, and if you get to be famous or if you are with a good gallery, you’re lucky, but you’re especially lucky to be recognized by an institution for your work.” —Alice Dehghanzadeh

See mcasantabarbara.org.

Something Rotten! directed by Roger DeLaurier this summer at PCPA is a comedic spectacular that imparts a tall tale about the birth of musical theater. In 16th-century London, the Bottom brothers are theater artists struggling in the shadow of their contemporary, the celebrated William Shakespeare. When a fortune-teller prophesizes that the next big thing in entertainment will be a “musical,”the brothers immediately begin working on the first ever piece of musical theater.

Emily Trask plays the strong, pragmatic wife, Bea Bottom. Her relationship with her husband shows the relatable situation of a motivated partner taking on extra responsibilities to help support their significant other’s art. “She’s definitely ahead of her time,” says Trask. “The character is a fabulous blend of multiple Shakespearean heroines, especially the iconic ‘pants roles’ (where women disguise themselves as men to upend the rules and get things done).”

Meanwhile, Shakespeare is a strutting peacock lavished with praise by fawning devotees. Trask points out that because there’s relatively little known about Shakespeare’s personal life, people have the latitude to insert the playwright into new stories. “Usually, when Shakespeare shows up in ‘fan fiction,’ he’s the hero,” says Trask. “Not in Something Rotten! He’s a full-of-himself celebrity.” She calls the show a “fun, cheeky take on a guy we’ve been idolizing for centuries.”

Music Director Paul Marszalkowski describes the show’s musical style as a “pastiche of 100 years of musical theater,” so expect theatrical Easter eggs galore.

“The music is a zany mashup of classic Broadway, Renaissance style, and tongue-in-cheek parody,” says Trask. The show has several full-chorus extravaganza numbers that Director/Choreographer Keenon Hooks has infused with inspiration from classic Broadway styles. The show also requires about 150 costumes and more than 700 costume pieces to dress everyone from rock-star Shakespeare to street urchins. —Maggie Yates

Cast members of PCPA’s production of Something Rotten!

MUSICIAN MATT KUSTURA MAKES HIS MARK ON SANTA BARBARA

DEBUT ALBUM NOW AVAILABLE

“The sky could be water that I’m driving through,” musician Matt Kustura sings on his Americanainfused opening track “Valerio” from his debut album. With its recent release on June 12, the song was the perfect soundscape to kick off summer break as I cruised down the 101 toward Ventura on a sunny day, the blue ocean and cloudless sky melding into one. Little did I know every song would hit with a familiarity only someone who went to college here and made a full life for themselves post-grad could deliver.

“These songs are rooted in S.B. and the S.B. experience,” Kustura said. “It’s really a story of me living my life here in Santa Barbara. I moved here when I was 20 and I’m now 44, and I’ve been playing music the whole time.”

And not just playing music; as a graduate of UCSB with a degree in English Literature, Kusutra’s creative fervor sparks toward the written word as well. The penning of lyrics, deemed by some as an afterthought, is a well-honed skill and cathartic practice for Kustura. “Writing is an important part of what I do. During that time in college, I was living and swimming in words,” Kustura said.

It was also at UCSB where he got his start playing music with friends, soaking up that classic and carefree Jack Johnson sound. The oldest song on the album (and one of my personal favorites), “Wrecking Crane,” goes all the way back to Isla Vista in the early 2000s. The groovy acoustic guitar feels reminiscent of Donovan Frankenreiter and brings me back to my own freewheeling UCSB days, the smell of ocean air as prevalent as the house parties. Kustura has a gift for capturing the feel of specific places and translating them into musical memories.

After college, he moved to Valerio Street and began gigging as part of the house band at State and A (now Benchmark Eatery). Playing around 50 shows a year there for upward of four years, Kustura honed his musical chops at the corner restaurant and venue. It’s also where he was influenced by many collaborators, including Jeffa Vegas, who hailed from Hawai’i, and was part of the popular S.B. reggae group One Two Tree.

“Reggae music came from Jeffa. He influenced me in reggae rhythms and reggae vocals. That’s why reggae shows up on the album,” Kustura said. “Weapons” is one of those songs; the heavy topic strikes an inviting and intriguing balance (reminiscent of Bob Marley’s “I Shot the Sheriff”) with a bouncy reggae beat.

State and A holds a special place in Kustura’s heart and had to be included as a track on the record. “ ‘State and Anapamu’ is a love song to my wife,” Kustura said. “Our first kiss was at State and A.” The beautiful harmonies between Kustura and musician Miriam Dance sweetly tell this local love story, noting the corner venue and restaurant as the place where, “We became me and you.”

During this time in 2007, Kustura was also hired as a teacher at what was then Marymount and is now the Riviera Ridge School, where his wife, Jenny, also teaches. Kustura’s passion for putting his focus on the public’s good and propensity to think about our role in the world at large is clear on “Healthy American.” The song was influenced by Kustura’s memories protesting against the Afghanistan War, and the social issues he ponders. “Maybe not everyone has access to the democracy that we expound,” Kustura explains of ques-

tions the track brings up, such as the lyric, “Do I have enough money to even raise my hand?”

It’s clear Kustura is raising his hand and making a difference both in music and in teaching, often both at once. In addition to his role as a Learning Support Specialist, Kustura teaches the School of Rock elective, which gathers together a group of students all playing various instruments, and they learn, practice, and ultimately perform for the school. They’ve even played at the Avocado Festival in Carpinteria.

“I can make a big difference through education,” Kustura said, and music has always paired along with that passion. When State and A closed, Kustura started playing live throughout town as Green Flag Summer with bassist and friend Andrew Fedders. The duo consistently plays at venues like Draughtsman, Velvet Jones, and at SOhO’s Ugly Sweater Party to benefit Unity Shoppe. “Andrew is a phenomenal bassist, and he plays on every song on the album,” Kustura said.

Kustura brings in a variety of friends to help round out the album. “I recorded with Omar Velasco in Buellton on a ranch, so it really had that aesthetic of country and openness.” The live nature of the recording also adds to that authentic sound with Velasco lending his Wurlitzer notes to a few tracks, Dustin Einman adding conga percussion, and Austin Beede of the Grateful Shred drumming on the whole album.

“When art happens, it feels like a solitary act,” Kustura said. “When you’re first creating it, it’s very personal, but I’m realizing that making this album is a very collaborative act.

To hear these songs with harmony, drums, and solos really brings a whole new energy and palate to them that playing as a duo, I hadn’t gotten to experience,” Kustura said.

As a teenager grown in the garden of the Allman Brothers and the Grateful Dead, it’s a joy to get to hear Kustura’s full band sound in full bloom on the intricate arrangements mixed and mastered by Velasco in Ventura.

“The album is multi-genre,” Kustura said. “Most of it is in that Americana genre. You’ll hear country; you’ll hear bluegrass; you’ll hear rock; you’ll hear folk.”

One of my favorite tracks is the soaring country-infused sing-along “Montana.” It begins with the line, “Well you can say that I’m not from around here.” However, after listening to this rollicking feel-good, big-sky kind of number, Kustura singing about “Wide-open wheat fields and rivers that pour out from the hills,” you would guess he’s a Midwestern boy.

When explaining his album’s genre-defying collection of tracks, Kustura said, “The only concept is that it’s local and that it reflects the music that matters to me.” As with teaching, if you believe in the lesson and deliver it with heart, students are likely to tune in, no matter the subject. Kustura’s fantastic new album is a master class in conveying that passion; a flame lit in the soul of S.B. and one that’s sure to ignite a fire in every listener.

—Rebecca Horrigan

Matt Kustura is available now on all streaming services. The vinyl can also be pre-ordered. Kustura’s album release party is at Topa Topa on August 23 from 3-6 p.m. See mattkustura.com.

Matt Kustura’s self-titled new album is now available.

ART & SOUL PRESENTS PEDRO DE LA CRUZ’S ¡VIVA LA FIESTA! IN TIME FOR OLD SPANISH DAYS

TRADITION, MODERNITY, AND HERITAGE SHINE THROUGH IN SPECIAL EXHIBITION

Santa Barbara is a city dotted with barrel-tiled roofs and permeated with a sense of Spanish culture, also making it the perfect backdrop for Old Spanish Days and Fiesta. Art & Soul is honoring the spirit of these holidays by presenting the solo exhibition ¡Viva La Fiesta! by MexicanAmerican artist Pedro De La Cruz.

“This exhibition is our love letter to Santa Barbara during Fiesta. Pedro’s art radiates the joy, heritage, and spirit that define this city,” said gallerist Kim McIntyre.

The exhibit opens on July 26 in downtown Santa Barbara’s ARTS District. Capturing the richness of Mexican-American heritage through bold scenes and themes, De La Cruz celebrates connection and memory through his pieces. A self-taught artist born in Tijuana and now local to Santa Barbara, De La Cruz draws inspiration from his family’s roots in Jalisco and Sonora to produce striking depictions of everyday scenes with underlying meaning.

¡Viva La Fiesta! opens on July 25 with a private preview event, and the exhibit is on display through August 31, aligning with the historic Old Spanish Days celebration in Santa Barbara July 30 through August 3. The celebration began in 1924 to commemorate Santa Barbara’s Spanish and Mexican roots, including historic Fiesta parades, Spanish dances, and traditional music. It stands today as one of the West Coast’s longest-running cultural celebrations.

De La Cruz’s newest body of work celebrates heritage and Mexican-American culture here in Santa Barbara.

“Fiesta is such a special time in Santa Barbara a celebration of heritage, color,

OJAI PLAYWRIGHTS CONFERENCE 2025 EXPLORES UNIVERSAL TRUTHS THROUGH A VARIETY OF PERSPECTIVES

LISA D’AMOUR, DEEPAK KUMAR, REGAN MORO, JUCOBY JOHNSON, AND MARVIN GONZÁLEZ DE LEÓN TAKE THE STAGE JULY 31-AUGUST 3

The 2025 Ojai Playwrights Conference presents a lineup of new dramatic works about faith, family, and fervor. The five plays, developed at the conference and performed as readings, give unique takes on how a returning family member can trigger a reckoning with the shared trauma of the past. Producing Artistic Director Jeremy Cohen has chosen plays that tell universal truths despite very specific situations, noting the power of “seeing someone else’s version” of a relevant struggle.

Heléne by Lisa D’Amour

and community spirit. With Pedro De La Cruz’s work, we are honored to bring that vibrancy into the gallery at Art & Soul,” said McIntyre. “His paintings capture not just the sights of Fiesta, but its deeper feeling of unity and cultural pride. We hope this exhibition offers everyone a chance to connect more deeply with the traditions that make this city so unique.”

De La Cruz is excited to open the doors to the public and share his visions with the world. “This art show takes me back to my youth and the colorful traditions of Santa Barbara. This body of work is my big thank-you to a city that has offered me the opportunity for my dreams to shine! It’s an art show full of hope and compassion for the beautiful people of this town,” he said.

“Santa Barbara has always embraced family, the arts, education, mariachis, and the hardworking people who keep this town moving. I appreciate that so much. Thank you, Santa Barbara, and thank you, Art & Soul, for believing in my art, and for this opportunity. ¡Viva la Fiesta!”

There will be a private preview of the exhibition on July 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. The following day, July 26 from 5 to 8 p.m., there will be a public opening featuring a live mariachi band, flamenco performances, and the opportunity to meet the artist behind the masterful artwork. On August 22, there will be a tequila tasting event with music by Chris Fossek.

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Art & Soul (1323 State St.) is open Thursdays through Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. See artandsoulsb.com.

Lisa D’Amour’s new play-in-process, called Heléne, follows a woman’s road trip from Louisiana to Brooklyn as she’s urged toward revelation by the ghost of her daughter. On the way, Heléne experiences the varied communities of this diverse country, from right-leaning people of faith to Brooklyn lesbians. The question here, says Cohen, is “How do you do both?”

StoriesinMotherTongues by Deepak Kumar

Deepak Kumar’s Stories in Mother Tongues is about the one-person performance that 79-year-old Paati delivers every night until things go very wrong. Paati and her grandson team up to defeat demons, restore their family, and save this play within the play. “[Kumar] has put a 79-year-old Tamil woman at the center of his very, very funny play,” says Cohen. “I love plays that focus on people who are rarely at the center of the stage.”

burn for You by Regan Moro

The new play burn for You is about a deeply devout worship community praying for the resurrection of a deceased toddler. The child’s aunt, who absconded from the grasp of the church almost a decade ago, returns to her childhood hometown for the assumed funeral. When she’s faced with mourners unwilling to accept the child’s death, she’s pulled back into the gravitational orbit of the church. “It’s about longing for something she felt, even if it was hard for her, as a kid,” says Cohen. “The story is dark, but it’s so beautifully written.”

The Red Man by JuCoby Johnson

JuCoby Johnson’s play The Red Man asks its characters to face (or escape) their pasts. After a long separation, Jackie turns up unannounced at his sister’s swamp shanty carrying a dangerous secret. The relevant question, says Cohen, is “how do you embrace your past and move forward in a world that’s a little unforgiving?”

Madre de Dios

by Marvin González De León

In another play about faith and family in the most difficult of times, Madre de Dios tells the story of a man returning to his family hometown for his sister’s wake. “The world is collapsing in on itself a little bit,” says Cohen of this comedy about demons and unburied resentments at the end of the world. “People are writing about demons right now, and I’m here for it.”

The festival also features other events that enrich the experience for theater enthusiasts, including a discussion panel with the playwrights, moderated by Cohen. Performances are scheduled for July 31 through August 3 at Ojai’s Thatcher School (5025 Thacher Rd., Ojai). Tickets to each individual event are pay-what-you can, making the experience accessible to everyone in the community. —Maggie Yates

See ojaiplays.org.

“¡Viva La Fiesta!” by Pedro De La Cruz

Ojai Playwrights Conference

LOCAL ART HISTORY IN THE MAKING AND MADE

BUILDING A COLLECTION PAYS TRIBUTE TO RECENTLY RETIRED WESTMONT MUSEUM OF ART DIRECTOR JUDY LARSON’S LASTING LEGACY

In the beginning was the Reynolds. The modest but active and ambitious Reynolds Gallery was Westmont College’s public-invited art space for many years, and served its purpose well, as the school’s art department and interests were going upwardly mobile. Tony Askew and John Carlander were professors/artists involved in the Reynolds era’s upkeep and upturn.

That seminal period begat a fuller coming-of-age expansion of the Westmont art factor, with the 2008 arrival of Judy Larson, fresh from a directorial position at the prestigious Women’s Museum in Washington, D.C., and ready to embark on the creation of a vastly larger art push on campus. Her westward trek established her as the director/curator of a new, respectable, and full-fledged museum of art, part of the expansive Adams Visual Art Center, opened in 2010.

This bit of pre-history of the museum the most recent addition to the humble landscape of official art museum enterprises in Santa Barbara is the implicit, rootsy backdrop of a special summer exhibition now on view, Building a Collection, 2008-2025, Honoring Director Judy Larson. As Larson leaves her formidable post and legacy, recently retiring after 17 years fighting the good fight for art’s sake, this is a ripe moment to take and do the math of her achievements.

Consider these numbers: 100,000 visitors have passed through the space so far, and the museum (more recently dubbed the Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art in honor of the benefactor couple Lord and Lady Leslie Ridley-Tree) has grown from about 400 objects to nearly 2,500 in the permanent collection. Curator and now interim director Chris Rupp and Curatorial Assistant Ella Jennings dove into that ample collection vault and assembled the current sampler show, offering at least a teasing glimpse of the Larson years.

Building a Collection is well worth a visit (actually, any excuse to visit this dreamy and wooded campus is welcome). Not only does it touch on many of the past exhibitions that have passed through these museum walls triggering memories for those of us who have made this space a regular art-going destination while paying tribute to Larson’s role in the museum’s history so far but also, on the art’s own merits, the show represents a diverse and satisfying journey through a huge range of artistic eras and ideas, from Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot forward, through Howard Finster, Andy Goldsworthy, Kiki Smith, and a sizable survey of significant artists in our regional midst.

The Corot connection is, in fact, a particular point of pride and artworld cachet, as the museum was bequeathed many Corot paintings and other significant 19th-century paintings and printworks by the Ridley-Trees.

Other notable art-world names show up here, including folk art legend Finster, with “Love Not the World (1 John 2:15);” nature and time-attuned artist Goldsworthy, with his “Santa Barbara Beach Scene” (during a 1992 visit sponsored by late architect/art collector Barry Berkus); and Kiki Smith’s large, enigmatic and rough-hewn drawing “Kneeling Woman with Rabbit.”

Among the surprise treats are Grace Nell Howell’s ceramic “slave jug” folk pottery, portraying busts of three presidents, Jessica Stockholder’s funk arty sculptural conglomeration “Made of Three Elements,” and the oil on tar paper piece “Cloud Cover,” by socially aware artist Duncan Simcoe, the subject of a fascinating recent exhibition here.

The regional art contingency is also strong and attests to this museum’s commitment to representing artistic riches bubbling up in the 805. Among the many intriguing artworks from that sector are Richard Ross’s typically irony-loaded color photograph of an Italian cemetery scene with skulls in the decorative design and Irma Cavat’s engaging painting “Napoli Tu Luce,” from 1955.

Collage hero William Dole’s lean elegant “Hypothesis” hangs next to Robert Burridge’s moody interior painting “Wing Cellar #2,” with its Diebenkornian palette, part of an art-parlor-like medley of pieces on one long wall. That wall also touches on work by the late Keith Puccinelli (a typically dark-toned clown image) and Dane Goodman’s “Water Suit Triptych,” a sharply drawn surreal vision, recalling the great collaborative Pooch/Goodman show here, Tug

Suffice to say, a lot of artistic energies and memories have passed through these walls in Larson’s time, and Santa Barbara’s general art legacy is much stronger for her presence and committed action. Her spirit carries forward through the collection. —Josef Woodard

For more information, see westmont.edu/honoring-judy.

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Art LIVING GET OUT AND SKETCH

From Tots to Teens From Tots to Teens

The New York Times called the organization a “grassroots hub for sketchers.” With more than 500 chapters in 70 countries, Urban Sketchers (USk) is more like a phenomenon. And Santa Barbara is on its way toward becoming one of USk’s newest chapters.

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Local Group Set to Become Official Chapter of Global ‘Urban Sketchers’ Organization

by Meaghan Clark Tiernan

To the uninitiated, urban sketching is often defined as drawing on location, capturing a specific time and place. “It’s quick,” explained Brandon Teris, a member of the group and teacher at Santa Barbara High’s Visual Arts and Design Academy (VADA). “Since I teach art, I sort of have to do it all, but my favorite is urban sketching,” Teris said. “It’s one, two, three hours max … trying to capture a scene.”

experience level or medium (members can work on paper or digital devices), it truly is about soaking in the moment. “I love to travel, and I just like to plant myself somewhere for a couple hours and really soak it in,” said Teris. “Sketching is the perfect medium to do that.” What began as a little side project to keep himself busy following retirement, Gerber has turned his three-year romance with art into something much more. An extended learning student at Santa Barbara City College, Gerber fell in love with watercolor painting during the pandemic; eventually, he learned about urban sketching while at an artist workshop in Arizona. “I’d never had any art lessons,” said the former UCSB professor. “I only knew the colors in a Crayola box.”

Eventually he recruited about eight of his SBCC classmates, including admins Teena Grant and Susan Stanfield, with the ultimate goal of qualifying as an official Urban Sketchers chapter. “I know Santa Barbara is very anxious to get designated,” said Dollar, a Texas-based graphic designer and founding member of Houston USk. “It does feel like they’ll be able to get designated fairly quickly, because they have been active and following a lot of the protocols,” she said.

That rhythm, where “you have to make decisions fast,” said S.B. Urban Sketchers founder Michael Gerber, is one of urban sketching’s more defining characteristics. But in this group setting, it’s also about community people, strangers really, coming together to celebrate the beauty of their surroundings. “We just want everybody out there to go and draw what you see,” said Judith Dollar, a North America coordinator for the nonprofit.

Since 2023, when Gerber formed the online group “Santa Barbara Urban Sketchers,” it has grown tenfold. And it’s expected to expand even more. With an endless array of spaces to sketch in our beautiful city from Stow House to Solstice and rules that stipulate the nearest USk chapter must be 50 miles away (the next closest group, Los Angeles Urban Sketchers, has roughly 6,000 members), things are only looking up.

The group meets the first and third Saturday of every month, and according to Gerber, roughly eight to 12 members show up each session. Without mandating

USk was founded in 2007 by Gabriel Campanario, a Seattle-based illustrator. Two years later, the online forum turned blog became a nonprofit and eventually hosted an international symposium for urban sketchers. Today, applications to become a chapter come in almost daily from all over the globe. The comradery is something that can be found no matter what location you choose to sketch in, said Dollar. “I never come across someone in a bad mood,” she noted.

The group’s manifesto ensures that everyone is welcome. Individual styles are supported, drawings are shared, and each piece is a reflection of a time and place: “We are truthful to the scenes we witness,” they state. That sentiment really appealed to Gerber. “[The group] not only is a nurturing experience for the sketchers, but it’s also about being for and by the community,” he said. “You’re documenting what’s interesting and meaningful to the community you live in.” n

Art by Brandon Teris

NEW CLIMBING GYM SET TO OPEN

The Pad Will Feature Bouldering Walls, Rope Climbing, a Kids’ Zone, and Tons of Amenities

by Callie Fausey

Anew indoor climbing gym is coming very soon to Santa Barbara. Just like the act of climbing itself, the process has been daunting. Finding a space in Santa Barbara that can accommodate a tall ceiling and various rock walls was a difficult task, but the team at The Pad Climbing pulled it off.

Their new digs in the Magnolia Shopping Center were close to 10 years in the making, two and a half of which were spent building their state-of-the-art facility. After dealing with issues such as surprise asbestos, they are now slated to open in mid-August. The main gym will join their 24-hour training facility located across the parking lot, called the BoardRoom, which opened in 2023 and offers 1,000 square feet of training walls.

“One of the most challenging and timeconsuming things was raising the roof of the facility to accommodate our taller rock walls,” said Emilia Gildemeister, The Pad’s West Coast Regional Director.

According to Yishai Horowitz, cofounder of The Pad and current Business Development Director, the permitting process was “long, complex, and expensive,” especially compared to their earlier experience in San Luis Obispo, where he described the regulations as “much less intensive.”

The Pad started with a small, co-op bouldering gym in a self-storage unit in San Luis Obispo in 2002. Horowitz and Kristin Horowitz, his now-wife and The Pad CEO, grew the operation from its humble beginnings to now boasting multiple locations, including S.L.O., New York, and its upand-coming spots in Santa Barbara and Las Vegas. Horowitz’s family has roots in Santa Barbara, which inspired her to open a gym in the city, she said.

“Between limited suitable spaces, rising construction costs, and the challenges of the pandemic, it sometimes felt like a dream we’d never see come true,” she said. “But Santa Barbara has always had our heart my family ties here run deep, and I couldn’t be prouder to finally bring The Pad to this city.”

The facility will feature a 45-foot rooflift and “modern Spanish Colonial design accents” to fit in with Santa Barbara’s architectural style, Gildemeister explained. It will accommodate two stories and 5,000 square feet of bouldering walls, 9,500 square feet of rope climbing, and a kids’ zone.

Other amenities will include speed climbing walls, a yoga and multipurpose room, free rental equipment and beginner classes, a

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lounge and coworking space, free coffee and Wi-Fi, showers, and more. It will also have 24/7 access for members a rare commod ity for climbers.

Memberships will start at approximately $107, with discounts for medical workers, students, and community programs to increase accessibility, Gildemeister said.

Jahmai Cabrera, a climber in Santa Bar bara, said he’s been waiting for The Pad’s opening since first hearing about it a couple of years ago. “It’s finally opening?” he asked in surprise. “I’m excited to check it out.”

“This will be so much more than a gym,” said Horowitz. “We see it as a community hub one that fosters connection, adven ture, and personal growth. We can’t wait for Santa Barbara to climb with us.”

Santa Barbara’s current offering is the Santa Barbara Rock Gym (SBRG), which opened in 2012 and has been home to loyal climbers ever since. On its busiest nights, its floor pads are covered in chalk and friendly people eager for a turn on the walls, which morph with creative new routes every week. But business has been dropping, said founder Will Russ.

Gildemeister told the Independent The Pad’s team thinks “it’s time for another facility,” and that “the love for climbing is growing,” so there will be enough room in town for both gyms. “We’re excited to increase the offering for people,” she said.

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Ospi Posts Up in Montecito

While Montecito has its fair share of Italian restaurants, Ospi, the new Cal-Italian spot at The Post business and shopping center near the Bird Refuge sets itself apart with a fresh and elevated take on Southern Italian cuisine.

“We’re rooted in classic Italian cooking but don’t stick too closely to the rules. It’s traditional in some ways, but relaxed and California-minded in others,” said Tara Kelly, Marketing Director at Memento Mori Hospitality. Memento Mori was founded by the chef/owner of Ospi, Jackson Kalb, with his wife, Melissa Saka. Building on the success of their L.A.-based restaurants Jemma, Jame Enoteca, ¡Jaime! Taqueria, and three other Ospis throughout L.A. the group is thrilled to bring the metropolitan dinner party vibes to Montecito.

CALI-ITALIAN PLEASURES AT THE POST

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“We’ve had our eye on Montecito for a while,” Kelly said. “It’s a beautiful town with a great community, and it just felt like the right next step for us. The timing and location lined up perfectly.”

The sophistication of the dishes and focus on hospitality (“Ospi” is short for ospiante, which is Italian for “host”) makes it a perfect fit for the discerning Montecito crowd. Comforting traditional dishes like their delectable vodka-sauce-based favorites like the spicy rigatoni and chicken parmesan will appeal to all, while their crispy Romana-tonda pizzas and refreshing vegetable-based dishes speak to the light and bright coastal elegance of their refined beach town location.

“We keep things simple, seasonal, and rooted in flavor,” Kelly said of their guiding principles. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Aperitivo Happy Hour seven days a week also sets the spot apart from the touch

and go hours of many S.B. haunts.

A friend and I arrived at the restaurant on a beautiful July evening. As we checked in at the host stand, our eyes ogling the convivial U-shaped bar, we knew the spacious patio, complete with firepits and views of green trees and Montecito mountains, was the place to post up at The Post.

A glass of the dry Provence-style local La Lieff rosé was the perfect summer sipper to kick off the night for me. My cocktail-leaning friend enjoyed the Lusty Martini, complete with vodka, passionfruit, vanilla, cappelletti, lime, and a champagne float.

“The goal is to keep it balanced some familiar favorites, some surprises,” Kelly said of their beverage list, which features local and European wines like a tasty barolo from Italy and crisp Lumen chardonnay from Los Alamos, as well as innovative cocktails and craft brews.

It can be hard to find mozzarella sticks in this town, but the round, crispy provolone disc served with a side of their addictive, creamy-yet-spicy vodka sauce is a welcome upgrade and will be my new go-to whenever I’m craving fried cheesy goodness.

The menu is designed so that you can share a variety of courses without filling up too much on any singular dish. Pizza, pasta, meatballs, and more in the same meal is not only doable it’s recommended. The Hapa Pizza, a gourmet twist on the Hawaiian, layered with pepperoni, roasted pineapple, jalapeño and Fresno chiles, was light on dough with a cracker-like crust and high on flavor; the sweet, spicy, savory combination danced on my tongue with the exuberance of a hula dancer in the spotlight.

We continued the flavor party train with one of my favorites, the kale salad. Although this dish is omnipresent on menus, Ospi’s served with an almond dressing, parmigiano, avocado, and herbs is in a league of its own. Another must-order item is the Japanese eggplant. I’ve always liked eggplant parmesan, but this is something new entirely. Something I never knew I needed but is now the Italian starter I crave. Doused in a spicy tomato oil, with parmesan, fonduta, basil, and pangrat-

tato, this app alone should keep any diner with tastebuds coming back to Ospi. The spicy rigatoni, served delightfully al dente, was as luxurious as I’d hoped, knowing Chef Kalb’s dedication to hand-stretching all of their pizzas and pastas.

The dedication to quality cooking came at a young age for Kalb. At just 12, he started perfecting his “Ospi” mentality, running a catering company out of his home. His passion brought him to work at Grant Achatz’s Alinea, Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group, and as Culinary Manager for Houston’s with the Hillstone Restaurant Group, where he met his business and life partner, Saka. He eventually traveled to Italy to hone his penchant for Italian cuisine. He and Saka used this knowledge and drive to open Jame Enoteca in El Segundo and eight restaurants later, the rest is Memento Mori history.

Their Montecito outpost serves up satisfying options for brunch, such as a breakfast burrito, as well as a lovely selection of sandwiches for lunch, such as fresh halibut or grilled mortadella.

“We want people to have unforgettable, ‘wow’ moments when they come to a Memento Mori Hospitality restaurant,” Kelly said. “The space shifts throughout the day from breakfast and brunch to lunch and dinner, so it always feels like the right vibe.”

With a thoughtfully curated menu of traditional and inventive drinks and dishes served with a smile, an elegant ambiance, and a crisp ocean breeze, Ospi is a dreamy destination to experience elevated hospitality for any meal of the day.

Ospi, 1801 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Ste. F; ospi.com/montecito.

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Inside the bar at Ospi Montecito

Brunch offerings at Ospi Montecito

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Cheers to the State Street Loop Pilot Shuttle Program

Going up and down State Street just got a lot easier! The new State Street Loop pilot program has brought golf carts as a new way to trolley from place to place. It’s a six-month pilot program implemented by the City of Santa Barbara and the nonprofit Friends of State Street in mid-May, meant to offer free and accessible transportation along State Street. And what better way to try out the loop than to map out a quick wine tour on State?

One afternoon, some friends and I put the new system to the test, looking to try out four different wine stops along State Street by using the golf carts as a way to travel up and down the road.

The program consists of a fleet of three golf carts, two of which seat five passengers and a third that is ADA-accessible and can seat a wheelchair and three other passengers. The golf carts run Thursdays through Sundays from noon to 7 p.m. and cycle through the 11 stops along State Street.

FREE GOLF CARTS ARE A SAFE AND RELIABLE SYSTEM FOR WINE TASTING, SHOPPING, AND MORE

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There is a whimsical map online, but the stops are also marked on the street with a painted red star in a blue dot on the street itself. It’s paired with a nearby sign that reads “State Street Loop,” so passengers can look out for stops along the way. Although it can be rather easy to miss the painted road, keep an eye out for when the golf carts come by as they come in a group.

I mapped out our stops beforehand to make the travel much simpler. Here’s one route to try out.

I started at Grassini Family Vineyards, just across from Paseo Nuevo. Tucked into the courtyard along El Paseo, the homey tasting room is the perfect start with its cozy

furniture and open windows. Grassini, which specializes in Bordeaux wines, offers a pleasant selection and various tasting flights. To start off our afternoon with something light, we tried a flight of rosés and whites.

The next stop was a walk around the corner, Longoria on State. Though the interior is more modern compared to the first stop, the environment was just as welcoming. Longoria’s selection offers bolder reds with fun names, including a flight with their popular Tangled Up in Red, a wine name that’s a play on Bob Dylan’s “Tangled Up in Blue.”

Next up was Barbieri & Kempe Wines in La Arcada Plaza. To get there, we tried the golf carts and identified the nearest stop, which just so happened to be near the entrance to Longoria. The stop is most easily spotted by the State Street Loop sign on the lamppost.

Since there isn’t a set schedule for the golf carts, you have to keep a lookout for when they might be arriving. Fortunately, we were lucky, as the wait for the trio of golf

carts was just under 10 minutes. Some passengers stayed on the carts while others disembarked, more people got on, and the carts were quickly off. From Paseo Nuevo, we rode up one stop to the one between Figueroa and Anapamu. Just below La Arcada Plaza, we were a short walk away from Barbieri & Kempe Wines.

The shaded area of La Arcada Plaza served as the perfect environment for our next tasting. The three flights offered feature one collection of wines from the Barbieri label, another from Kempe, and one that features both. Each flight offered a pleasant selection of lighter and stronger wines that also paired well with one of their specialty cheeses we tried.

For the last stop, we looked for the nearest stop going down State Street, which proved to be a bit challenging given the signage was hard to find. The map however, was helpful in finding the general area. Again, we were fortunate to not have to wait very long for the golf carts to loop around and we took them down a few stops to the stop by the Amtrak station, just before Yanonali Street.

From there, we walked down to the Funk Zone to finish off our wine tasting tour at the Margerum tasting room. Already buzzing with people, we tried a flight of wines that included Margerum specialties and favorites including the Margerum M5 Estate White Rhône-style blend.

Concluding our wine tour near the pier, we took the opportunity to enjoy the late afternoon with a walk alongside the beach before taking the golf carts back up State Street. The convenience of the Loop saves the walk up and down State Street, especially if you’re planning to spend most of your day going around. But perhaps the biggest downside of the State Street Loop is that there is no schedule of when the carts might arrive/depart each stop. However, it remains a pilot program, and feedback is welcome via a survey passengers can take on the golf carts.

So, if you’ve been looking to try out the myriad of wine tasting rooms along State Street, consider using the new State Street Loop as a safe and reliable way to get from place to place. Even if not, the free system is convenient as it is and can save the time it gets from one of State Street to the other.

For more information about the State Street Loop, visit friendsofstatestreet .org/loop.

Longoria on State tasting room

State Street Loop offers free transport.

The golf cart trolleys

The Nugget Opens in Carpinteria S.B. Producer Wins Third James Beard Award for Audio Program

When Rachel Palmer, Katy Osuna, and Ricardo Osuna founders of the podcasting studio Copper & Heat decided to produce a podcast in 2018, they had no prior professional experience in the field. Yet, what they lacked in knowledge, they made up for with drive and a passion for storytelling.

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OF THE CULINARY INDUSTRY’ FOR RACHEL PALMER AND COPPER & HEAT

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It all began when Katy, then working at the three-Michelin-starred Manresa in Los Gatos, started sharing her unique experiences as one of the only women on the savory side of the kitchen. Ricardo and Palmer saw the power in her stories, and from there, Be a Girl was born. The show explores the challenges women face in male-dominated professional kitchen environments, including workplace culture, sexist attitudes, and the expectations placed on women in the culinary field. “When we started the show, we wanted to tell Katy’s story about being a woman in a fine dining kitchen and we did it,” says Palmer, who has lived in Santa Barbara County for more than a decade. They initially produced the first season as a DIY project, but on a whim, they submitted it to the 2019 James Beard Media Awards. To their surprise, it won the Best Podcast award. “And it was just like the shock of the century,” recalled Palmer. The James Beard Award is often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary industry needless to say, they were stoked. Six years later, on June 14, they took home their third James Beard Award in the Audio Programming category for their show Loading

Dock Talks with Chef Preeti Mistry for the episode “Cream Pie with Telly Justice.” In Loading Dock Talks, Chef Preeti Mistry chats with fellow chefs and industry leaders as they share a recipe close to their heart.

The winning episode features a conversation with Chef Telly Justice, the recipient of the 2023 Michelin New York Young Chef Award, and owner of HAGS restaurant in New York City, whose inclusive slogan is “By queer people for all people.” While making Justice’s family’s recipe for a cream pie, they explore themes of identity, nostalgia, and the challenges of owning a restaurant.

The Audio Programming category explores the world of food and drink, whether through radio or podcasts, and this year’s competition was stiff. They were up against finalists like Progressive Hedonist, hosted by Dana Cowin, the former Food & Wine editor-in-chief, and the SOMM TV Podcast. “It was a good nomination group that we were in,” reflected Palmer. “So, I feel very proud.” Palmer believes their episode stood out as it offered a fresh perspective by highlighting representation and visibility in an often-traditional space. “I think it’s an important conversation to have two trans chefs talking about their queerness and how that plays in the kitchen. I mean, kitchens are so male-dominated.”

Since launching Copper & Heat, the team has garnered multiple accolades. In addition to their 2019 and 2025 wins, they received a James Beard Award in 2023 for their episode “Abalone: The Cost of Consumption.” They’re currently developing Season 6 of Copper & Heat Radio and Season 3 of Loading Dock Talks, continuing their mission to uncover untold stories and explore fresh perspectives in the culinary world.

As Palmer says, “There’s so many stories that need to be told.”

For more information and links to their stories, see copperandheat.com.

In March 2024, I broke the news that The Nugget was coming to 892 Linden Avenue in Carpinteria (formerly Señor Frog’s), and I am happy to say the eatery opened last week. The Nugget is a longtime Santa Barbara area outpost for American cuisine. It is a classic saloonstyle venue offering a diverse menu featuring steaks, chops, salads, and burgers. The restaurant frequently offers weekend prime rib along with fresh seafood and fried chicken. The Nugget in Carpinteria is owned by Cindy Catteno, the daughter of Summerland Nugget owner Bob Montgomery. The eatery started in Summerland around 1970 and has another location in Goleta.

April and continues to have many of the same staff and menu offerings with many new items added. The “Shintori Sushi” sign is still displayed out front

LUNA’S CAFÉ OPENS DOWNTOWN: This just in from reader Steve H.: “Luna’s Café (not to be confused with Luna Grill) just opened in the former location of the venerable Judge for Yourself at 1218 Santa Barbara Street. It’s open for breakfast and lunch, serving traditional breakfasts, plus burgers, sandwiches, and salads. As predicted by Steve H. and the Restaurant Guy!” The restaurant is open daily, 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

UNION OPENS ON STATE: Reader Steve H. also let me know that Union, the former home of Wylde Works, 608 State Street, is now open with a new owner, but a similar formula (kombucha, open mic on Tuesday evenings, etc.).

LULIO OPENS AT THE BACARA: In May 2025, I broke the news that The Bistro restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton Baraca, 8301 Hollister Avenue, would be closing and replaced by Lulio, which offers Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant is now open every day for breakfast (7-11:30 a.m.), lunch (11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.), and dinner (5-9 p.m.). “Enjoy fresh, Mediterraneaninspired fare and refreshing cocktails at Lulio, where bold flavors, handcrafted design, and panoramic ocean views create an unforgettable dining experience infused with endless summer energy,” says the seaside eatery.

SHINTORI SUSHI REPLACED BY O NIGIRI: O Nigiri, offering sushi, has opened at 3001 State Street, the former home of Shintori Sushi, which closed last month. The restaurant came under new ownership last

AEGEAN COMING TO DE LA GUERRA PLAZA: Reader Steve C. tells me that a Mediterranean restaurant named Aegean is coming to 731 De la Guerra Plaza, the former home of Harold’s Caribbean Kitchen, Beto’s Subs, TonyRay’s Restaurant & Cantina, and El Cazador del Mar. “At Aegean, we bring the warmth and richness of Mediterranean hospitality to every plate,” says their website (aegeansb.com). “With roots in fine dining and a heart for home-cooked comfort, Chef Efe blends tradition with innovation, crafting dishes that honor the flavors of the Mediterranean while embracing refined technique. From the vibrant spices of the Aegean coast to the freshest local ingredients, every meal is a celebration of culture and craftsmanship.”

TAMALE KITCHEN CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY: Richard Lambert, local tamale chef and founder of National Tamale Day, is celebrating the first year in his new catering kitchen with a special event. Every summer, Lambert teaches a tamale-making class at Fiesta time. This year, he says it will be a little different. “We’re calling it a party-class. I’ll show how tamales are made while we serve lots of samples. Then, at the end, everyone gets to take home a dozen tamales for Fiesta.” The 90-minute event is limited to 25 participants and will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, at the Free Methodist Church (1435 Cliff Dr.) in Santa Barbara. To sign up, go to tinyurl.com/ July26party-class

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James Beard Award winners, (from left), Katy Osuna, Ricardo Osuna, Preeti Mistry, and Rachel Palmer

JACK LI, JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION

The Nugget, with locations in Summerland and Goleta, has opened their third outpost in Carpinteria.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY by

Rob Breszny

WEEK OF JULY 24

ARIES

(Mar. 21-Apr. 19): In Hindu cosmology, the Sanskrit term lila refers to divine play. It’s the idea that all of creation is a sacred and artful amusement that’s performed by the gods with joy, sorrow, artfulness, and flair. I hereby proclaim lila to be your theme of power, Aries. You have been so deep lately, so honest, so drenched in feeling. Now, life is giving you a big wink and saying, “It’s playtime!” You can start this fresh phase by making a list of all the experiences that bring you fun, recreation, and entertainment. I hope you emphasize these pursuits in the coming weeks.

TAURUS

(Apr. 20-May 20): In the high desert of Chile, astronomers work at observatories on mountaintops where the air is dry, and the sky is clear. There, away from light pollution, the universe reveals itself with astonishing intimacy. But even the most powerful telescopes can’t function during the day. I suspect you will be like those observatories in the coming weeks, Taurus: capable of seeing vast truths, but only if you pause, quiet the ambient noise, and look during the dark. This approach should embolden you to use your intelligence in new ways. Stillness and silence will be conducive to your deep explorations. Night will be your ally.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Are you courageous enough to let go of sparkly clean but unfruitful fantasies so as to clear space for reality’s disorderly richness? Are you wild enough to relinquish naïve fears and hopes so you can see the raw truths blooming right in front of you? Are you cagey enough to discard the part of your innocence that’s rooted in delusion even as you bolster the part of your innocence that’s fueled by your love of life? Here’s my response to those questions, Gemini: Maybe you weren’t mature or bold or crafty enough to accomplish these heroic feats before, but you are now.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): Coral polyps are tiny, soft-bodied creatures. Over centuries, they assemble massive reef systems, turning their fragile exoskeletons into monumental architecture. These creatures can be a symbolic reminder that your sensitivity is not a weakness; it’s your building material. Keep that in mind during the coming weeks, when tender care and your nurturing ability can be primal sources of power. I invite you to start creating an enduring sanctuary. Generate a quiet miracle. Construct an elegant masterpiece. For best results, allow your emotional intelligence to guide you. You have the precise blend of aptitudes necessary to coax beauty to grow from vulnerability.

LEO

(July 23-Aug. 22): I predict that your imminent future will be a ticklish and tricky but ultimately uplifting masterpiece. It will feature guest appearances by members of your private hall of fame, including one future luminary you have not yet fully appreciated. This epic series of adventures may begin when you are nudged to transform your bond with a key resource. Soon, you will be encouraged to explore frontier territory that offers unexpected help. Next, you will demonstrate your understanding that freedom is never permanent but must constantly be reinvented.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sci-fi author Octavia Butler wrote, “All that you touch, you change. All that you change changes you.” The coming weeks will be prime time for you to honor and celebrate that prayer, Virgo. You won’t be a passive dreamer, gentle traveler, or contemplative wanderer. Rather, I predict you will be a tidal force of metamorphosis. Parts of your world are pliable and ready for reshaping, and you will undertake that reshaping. But it’s important to know that the shift will go both ways. As you sculpt, you will be sculpted. As you bless, you will be blessed. Don’t be shy about riding along on this feedback loop. Do it with reverence and glee. Let the art you make remake you. Let the magic you give become the magic you are.

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In certain Hindu traditions, the deity Ardhanarishvara is depicted as half-male, half-female a divine fusion of opposites. They are not torn, but whole in their duality. I invite you to be inspired by their symbolism in the coming weeks, Libra. For you, balance will not be about making compromises or pushing to find middle ground. It will be about embracing the full range of possibilities. Energies that some people may imagine are contradictory may in fact be complementary and mutual. Benevolence will coordinate well with fierceness and vice versa. Your craving for beauty will not just coexist with but synergize an affinity for messy fertility. This is a time for sacred synthesis. Don’t dilute. Integrate.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The medieval mystic Meister Eckhart wrote, “God is not found in the soul by adding anything, but by a process of subtraction.” Subtracting what? He wasn’t referring to losing something valuable, but rather to letting go of obstacles that obscure our direct experience of the divine. I invite you to make abundant use of this principle, Scorpio. Slough off layers of illusion, outmoded fantasies, and self-images soaked in others’ longings. As you let go, do so not in bitterness but in a joyous quest for freedom.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I’m hoping that the Season of a Thousand Feelings hasn’t confused you. I’m praying that you have maintained a measure of composure and aplomb while navigating through the richest emotional flow you’ve experienced in many moons. It’s true that in some ways this barrage has been draining. But I’m certain you will ultimately regard it as being highly educational and entertaining. You will look back at this bustling interlude as a gift that will take a while to harvest completely.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Greek myth tells us that Persephone didn’t just return from the underworld each spring; she ruled there half the year. Yes, she was taken there against her will, but she adapted, transformed, and ultimately wielded great power in the depths. In the coming weeks, Capricorn, you will have the chance to navigate realms that other souls may not be brave enough to enter: taboos, unusual yearnings, ancestral memories. My advice is to go gently but with intense resolve. Don’t act like a tourist. Be a sovereign explorer, even a maestro of mystery. Claim your throne in the underworld. Use it to create healing maps for others. When your work is done and the right moment comes, you will rise again into the light.

AQUARIUS

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In my astrological opinion, you are ready to graduate from the University of Senseless Suffering. It’s time to get your diploma and treat yourself to a vacation. I’m not saying you will never again experience pain, of course. Rather, I’m telling you the good news that your dilemmas in the coming months will be more fully useful and redemptive. They will feel more like satisfying work than unpleasant ordeals. Congrats on the upgrade, Aquarius! You are forever finished with at least one of your arduous lessons.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus said you can’t step in the same river twice. Like everything else in nature, the river is in constant flux. It may appear to be the same, but the water is always flowing. What Heraclitus didn’t say is that you are never the same, either. Eternal change is your destiny. I invite you to ruminate eagerly on this truth, Pisces. Hopefully, it will help you let go of any hyper-perfectionist urges you might have. It will inspire you to see that the plan you made a while ago may need revision not because you were wrong, but because you have grown. So, yes: It’s time to reassess and recalculate. The goal isn’t to stick to the blueprint, but to build something that breathes with your becoming. Let the ever-new version of you draw a

map. It will be wiser than the last.

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You will perform complex research and analysis of legal issues; prepare court orders and judgments; provide recommendations and opinions for review by the court judges; evaluate cases, pleadings, evidence and more. Must be an active CA state bar member, 1 year experience as a legal research attorney or law clerk for a CA trial or appellate court OR 5 years practicing law in CA. Position located in Santa Barbara. Deadline: Thursday 7/31/25. For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www. governmentjobs.com/careers/sbcourts

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Clinical Laboratory Scientist I at Dignity Health (Santa Maria, CA): Performs appr lab procs utilizing a diverse variety of lab techs and instrum., instrum. maint. & test perf. checks, & compl. w/ transf. svc policies & procs. Require BS. in Med Tech., Clinical Lab Sci., cls rltd, fgn eqv. & 12 mons exp. Pays $54.56. Add’l duties, requirements, avail upon request. Email resume & cvr ltr to Adrienne.Dodd@commonspirit.org, ref job#MP01. EOE. Stnd Bnfts.

Responsible for assisting the Public Education Specialist (PES4) in planning activities, admissions and immigration, and advising for international student programs. 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. 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. Full hourly range: $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 status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under state or federal law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu Job # 79581

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Is responsible for the daily operation of the Arbor store. The Arbor operates 7 days/week with an annual budget of $2.8M and a staff of 80‑90 part time student employees. Primary responsibilities include Training and Supervision, Purchasing and Inventory Management, Financial Duties and Safety and Sanitation. Reqs: High School Diploma and/or equivalent education/ certification experience/ training. Excellent communication and customer service skills including ability to actively listen and effectively convey information, policy and procedures both orally and in high volume operation with continuous personnel actions. Ability to effectively work with other managers and full time staff as a team. Ability to utilize computers,

$55,400 ‑$60,000/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 #79170

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Administers the Citation and Adjudication Operation in Transportation & Parking Services (TPS). Responsible for over $1 million collected annually into the Fines and Forfeitures account. Oversees Citations and Adjudication unit in the performance of their daily duties. Ensures high level customer support and problem solving. Responsible for coordination and integration of databases for numerous vendors as well as on campus systems such as T2, Iris, ParkMobile, UCPath, BARC, Mercury, and Gold. Acts as liaison between Parking Services, other campus departments and the public. Responsible for overseeing all aspects of citation processing including citation appeals, Administrative Hearings, DMV interface, and preparation of letters for mailing as well as routine or complex correspondence. In compliance with the California Vehicle Code (CVC), uses independent judgment in the adjudication of citation appeals. Addresses customer problems and complaints. Interacts with a highly diverse campus population in dealing with complex issues of campus access and parking at UCSB, by exercising diplomacy and tact even in the face of adversity. Reqs: High School Diploma. 1‑3 years Experience with parking operations; policies and procedures. Notes: 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. Hiring/ Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: $28.07 to $38.17/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 #79021

Performs culinary duties such as preparing soups and casseroles, grilling, roasting or barbecuing foods, working a sauté station, and preparing and assembling made‑to‑order entrees serving up to 1,500 meals per shift. Ensures that assigned responsibilities are accomplished and that high standards of food quality, service, sanitation and safety are met at all times. Assists with student training, food production and sanitation. Reqs: High School or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years Culinary experience in a high‑volume culinary environment. Knowledge of and experience with culinary techniques, including but not inclusive of sauteing, grilling, frying, steaming, preparing sauces and stocks. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Hiring/ Budgeted Hourly Range: $25.00 /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 #78979

FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

ASSOCIATED STUDENTS

The Financial Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the day‑to‑day financial operations of Associated Students (A.S.) at UCSB. Responsible for processing payments, purchase orders, encumbrances, and account adjustments across all A.S. accounts using the university’s fund accounting system. Serves as the primary requisitioner and receiver for A.S. departments and business units, determining appropriate procurement methods and managing transactions through UCSB’s Procurement Gateway and FlexCard systems. Tracks vendor blankets and funding availability, ensures proper authorization and documentation of purchases, and maintains compliance with University and departmental policies. Supports a wide range of business functions, including billing, revenue tracking, credit card reconciliation, financial reporting, and income processing from student fees, ticket sales, retail operations, and service fees. Assists with the reconciliation and deposit of funds, and serves as a backup to the A.S. Cashiers and Ticket Office Manager, preparing daily deposits, performing cash audits, and maintaining change funds. Oversees and trains Financial Operations student staff, reviews their work for accuracy, and steps in to perform data entry when needed to maintain continuity of service. Maintains and updates the A.S. Accounting Procedures Manual, supports internal audits and financial reviews, and serves as a liaison with

vendors, campus departments, and external partners. Ensures that financial records are audit‑ready, well‑documented, and aligned with current compliance standards. Reqs: Associate’s Degree; financial and record keeping experience; experience as an A/R Clerk, assistant, or closely related role; experience in accounting systems; experience in all faucets of bookkeeping; previous keyboarding experience utilizing a keyboard to enter, retrieve and manipulate data; experience effectively identifying and addressing problems; strong financial analysis skills including strong knowledge of policies pertaining to different funding types, expenditure allowability, and reporting techniques and requirements. Notes: Satisfactory conviction history background check. The budgeted hourly range is $29.35 to $31.18/hr. Full salary range: $29.35 to $42.06/hr. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs. ucsb.edu Job # 79573

FINANCIAL ANALYST 3

BUDGET & PLANNING OFFICE

Responsible for conducting budget and financial analysis for campus departments and programs. The role involves providing strategic recommendations and collaborating with campus stakeholders to ensure that budgets and financial controls align with institutional goals and decisions. As a key campus resource, the Financial Analyst

specializes in financial activities related to Sales and Service, Course Material and Service Fees (CMSF), and Miscellaneous Fees (MSF). This position also offers comprehensive analytical and project support, including overseeing and reviewing Sales and Service, CMSF, and MSF submissions. Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in‑depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems / issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three or more years of professional experience as a financial analyst, accountant, auditor, or computer programmer analyst, ideally with participation in the design of financial accounting systems. Notes: UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/ Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: $77,000 to $108,100/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 # 79473

GENERAL MANAGER

CAMPUS DINING

Has responsibilities for the overall Dining operations serving 5,500 residents daily, 22,000+ conferees yearly, 10,000 guests and 2,500 off campus meal plan participants yearly with an annual operating

budget of $21 million and 200 FTE.

Functional responsibilities include the administration and management of a dining facility, including the care and upkeep of the physical plant, design and direction of the various dining programs within, and the management of food safety and production during both the academic year and summer conference season. Reqs: Bachelor’s Degree in related area required; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 4‑6 Years: thorough knowledge in food service operations and sanitation regulations required; and the following requirements. Thorough verbal and written communication skills in the English language, including active listening, dynamic flexibility, and critical thinking, and ability to multi‑task and ensure effective time management. Excellent decision making and reasoning skills, and excellent ability to develop original ideas to solve problems and perform operations analysis and quality control analysis. Excellent and effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to all levels of personnel. Strong computer application skills. Or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Notes: Current Servsafe Certification or within 60 days of employment required Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted Salary Range: $97,200‑$103,200/yr. Full Salary Range: $97,200‑$105,200/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 #79718

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LEGALS

HVAC MECHANIC

RESIDENTIAL OPERATIONS

Performs a variety of skilled tasks in connection with the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems and related equipment for the University owned Residence Halls, Apartments, Dining Commons and related buildings to accomplish the operational needs of the department. In compliance with HDAE goals and objectives, affirms, and implements the department’s Educational Equity Plan comprising short and long‑term objectives that reflect a systematic approach to preparing students and staff for success in a multicultural society. Works in an environment, which is ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic. Works effectively in a team environment. Reqs: 4+ years of journeyman experience as a trades craftsman in the area of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), boiler systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with HVAC systems, or equivalent work experience. HVAC Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Certification. Skills to use and maintain tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner. Works effectively in a team environment. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Notes: Ability to respond to emergency calls after duty hours. May be required to carry an after‑hours duty phone and/ or change work shifts 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: $47.48/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 #79719

CAMPUS DINING

Performs essential daily cleaning and sanitation of kitchen equipment, counters, walls, floors and dining room tables and chairs. Washes pots used for cooking by the kitchen production staff, as well as bowls used to serve food that are too large for the dish machine. Must follow strict safety and sanitation rules to include the use of proper chemicals. Keep the dish machine clean and ready for use. Utilizes high pressure cleaner to remove grease from equipment, garbage cans, doors and walls. Reqs: Less than 1 yr ‑ Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations regarding proper cleaning of pots, safe lifting, and ability to train others in this area. Or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/ days may vary. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/ BudgetedHourly Range: $25/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 #79743

SR PARKING REPRESENTATIVE

PARKING OFFICE

Enforces University parking regulations by issuing citations and courtesy warnings to vehicles illegally parked. Identifies vehicles to be “booted” and process them according to California Vehicle Code. Keeps current of campus events and their locations. Directs traffic and escort vehicles including semi‑trucks and buses. Informs supervisor of problems as they arise. Provides parking instructions and give directions. Reqs: High School Diploma. Demonstrated exceptional customer service by providing and delivering professional, helpful, high quality service and assistance. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with students, staff, faculty and the general public. Ability to grasp new concepts. Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under high customer demand and challenging customer interactions. Ability to work as part of a team, maintain a positive attitude and work together to achieve a common goal of providing world class customer service. Excellent written and verbal communication. Notes: Must wear prescribed uniform while on duty. Ability to work outside year round in inclement weather using established foul weather gear provided by the department. Ability to stand and walk for most of each shift and walk an average of 6 to 8 miles daily over hilly terrain, around parked cars in both covered and uncovered parking facilities. 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: $25.00/hr. to $26.42/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 #79135

SR. COOK

CAMPUS DINING

Serves as a working supervisor performing skilled culinary duties and overseeing a kitchen area serving up to 1,500 meals per shift. Ensures that high standards of food quality, service, sanitation and safety are met according to Dining Services, University and Federal guidelines. Trains full time and student cooks in new culinary techniques, food and sanitation guidelines. Maintains efficient food preparation methods. Serves as a backup in the absence of the Department Head. Reqs: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 1‑3 years of knowledge of and experience with advanced culinary techniques, including but not inclusive of sautéing, grilling, frying, steaming, preparing sauces and stocks. This includes experience working with commercial kitchen equipment and preparing large quantities. Or Equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Satisfactory criminal history background check.

Hiring/Budgeted Salary or Hourly

Range: $25.00/hr. ‑ $26.27 /hr. Posting

Salary Range: $25.00/hr. ‑ $26.79 /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 #79741

SR. CUSTODIAN

CAMPUS DINING

Primarily responsible for maintaining dining room floors, cleaning of restrooms and offices, periodic cleaning of windows, training, supervision and follow up nightly kitchen clean up, working as a liaison with the maintenance department for minor equipment repair and maintenance (carts, wheels, light bulb replacements, etc.), and overseeing shutdown building clean ups. Supervises part‑time student employees. Reqs: High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 6 months of janitorial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations regarding proper storing of chemicals in a food environment, proper cleaning of janitorial closet, safe lifting and transporting procedures, and ability to train others in this area.

Exhibits organizational skills sufficient to ensure timely completion of tasks. Communication skills sufficient to direct the work of others and interact successfully within a large staff, including part time student employees.

Ability to understand, read and write English for the purpose of reading and creating special projects lists. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Notes: Satisfactory criminal history background check

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Pay

Rate/Range: $25.00/hr. ‑ $26.28/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 #79742

STARBUCKS ASSISTANT MANAGER

CAMPUS DINING

Trains and supervises a team of part‑time student employees. Creates and maintains the Starbucks product and store experience for customers.

The Assistant Manager is required to be the floor manager; ensures consistent service, supervision and sanitation.

Reqs: High School Diploma. 1‑3 years in retail coffee location or restaurant environment‑specifically in the area of customer service, merchandising and inventory. Experience in supervising and managing staff. Ability to work effectively with others, full‑time and student staff. Demonstrated ability working with diverse student and career staff. Excellent communication and customer service skills, including ability to effectively convey information verbally and in writing.

HACCP and Sanitation knowledge and Certification. Notes: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work standing for up to 8 hours per day. Work hours/days may vary. Satisfactory criminal history background check. Hiring/Budgeted

Hourly Range: $26.53/hr ‑ $29.31/hr.

Full Salary Range: $26.53/hr ‑ $30.48/hr.

ADMINISTER OF ESTATE

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARY

EBELING No.: 25PR00331

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: MARY

EBELING

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: CHARLES EBELING in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name): CHARLES EBELING 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: 9/11/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: 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 6/30/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Kevin M. Mauseth, Esq. 4299 Carpinteria Ave., Ste 101, Carpinteria, CA 93013; 805‑576‑7693 Published: July 10, 17, 24 2025.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SUEL R. NOVAK aka SUEL RINKER NOVAK No.: 25PR00327

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: SUEL R. NOVAK aka SUEL RINKER NOVAK

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: JOEL S. MORSE, CPA in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name): JOEL S. MORSE, CPA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s wil and codicils, if any, be

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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 6/23/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Dana F. Longo, Fauver, Large, Archbald & Spray LLP; 820 State Street, 4th Floor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑966‑7000 Published: July 10, 17, 24 2025.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NANCY WARD GORDON No.: 25PR00262

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: NANCY WARD GORDEN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: KELLY JO LORDEN in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

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 6/23/2025 by Monica Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Marlene P. Getchell, 1101 Fifth Avenue, Suite 310, San Rafael, CA 94901; 415‑457‑8830 Published: July 10, 17, 24 2025.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PATRICK R. LEWIS (also known as PATRICK ROLAND LEWIS) No.: 25PR00326

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: PATRICK R. LEWIS (also known as PATRICK ROLAND LEWIS) A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: SHULAMME LEWIS in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name): SHULAMME LEWIS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 9/4/2025 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

THE PETITION requests that (name): KELLY JO LORDEN 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: 7/31/2025 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

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

POT WASHER

LEGALS (CONT.)

Executive Officer 5/21/2025 by Monica

Buenrostro, Deputy. Attorney for Petitioner: Julianna M. Malis; Santa Barbara Estate Planning 14 W. Valerio Street, Suite A Santa Barbara, CA 93101; 805‑946‑1550

Published: July 17, 24, 31 2025.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: SYLVIA‑ANN BYERS CASE No.: 25PR00304

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of:

SYLVIA‑ANN BYERS

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: HEIDI MELISSA BYERS BUSCH in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara.

THE PETITION requests that (name):

HEIDI MELISSA BYERS BUSCH 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.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 8/21/2025 AT 9:00 a.m. Dept: SB‑5 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, located at 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA 93121. SOUTH COUNTY‑ANACAPA DIVISION.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LOS OLIVOS ROOTS ORGANIC FARM: 4270 West Oak Trail Rd Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Jacob D Grant (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 21, 2002. Filed by: JACOB GRANT/ OWNER/OPERATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun

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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001520. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001411

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SOULBELLY, 315 Meigs Rd Ste A180, Santa Barbara, CA 93019 County of SANTA BARBARA FIRETHORNE TRIUMPHANT, LLC., 16255 VENTURA BLVD STE 1240, ENCINO, CA 91436

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 01/01/2025. FIRETHORNE TRIUMPHANT, LLC.

S/ DARREN SANDLER, MEMBER

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/12/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/25 CNS‑3884292# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001463

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

1. DATA HARDWARE DEPOT, 2. PACIFIC WIRELINE, 506 CHAPALA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101 County of SANTA BARBARA

CNI MANAGEMENT LLC, 506 CHAPALA STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101

This business is conducted by a Limited Partnership

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 18, 2020.

S/ JOE KEARNS, MANAGER OF CNI MANAGEMENT LLC, GP OF DHD, LP

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/20/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/25 CNS‑3941858# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VERTIGO AND BALANCE SOLUTIONS: 133 East De La Guerra, #353 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Tiffany Doctor of Physical Therapy Incorp (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: TIFFANY MUJAHED/ PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001432. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GRACIE: 107 Harbor Way Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Breakwater LLC 730 North Milpas Santa Barbara, CA 93103 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 1, 1998. Filed by: GRACIE AUSTIN/CO‑OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 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: 2025‑0001446. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CROWN CLEANING: 609 De La Vina St, Apt 10 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Johnathan V Perez (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: JOHNATHAN V PEREZ with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E66. FBN Number: 2025‑0001485. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: KANOK THAI CUISINE: 435 Alisal Road Solvang, CA 93463; Tap Thai Restaurant, Inc. 7060 Hollister Avenue Suite 106 Goleta, CA 93117 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 5, 2025. Filed by: KANOKWAN CHAMCHOI/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 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: 2025‑0001452. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

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STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OYSTER CREATIONS, MOTHER OF PERL PRODUCTIONS: 650 Floral Drive Solvang, CA 93463; Oyster Creations LLC 606 Alamo Pintado Road Ste3‑157 Solvang, CA 93463 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: CECILIA VEGA‑RYAN/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E63. FBN Number: 2025‑0001435. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ESSEX CONSULTING GROUP: 3820 State Street Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Essex Holding 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 Dec 31, 2018. Filed by: SCOTT HOUSTON/ MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 20, 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: 2025‑0001457. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FLYING V BAR RANCH: 3820 State Street Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Ola, 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 Nov 9, 2012. Filed by: SHANNON P SORENSEN/SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 20, 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: 2025‑0001458. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DECTON PARTNERS: 3820 State Street Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93105; PARTNERS PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES 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 21, 2020. Filed by: SCOTT HOUSTON/CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 20, 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: 2025‑0001459. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: NEXEM STAFFING, NEXEM‑ALLIED: 3820 State Street Suite Santa Barbara, CA 93105; PARTNERS PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES 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 Dec 1, 2019. Filed by: SCOTT HOUSTON/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 20, 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: 2025‑0001461. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PARTNERS PERSONNEL: 3820 State Street Suite B Santa Barbara, CA 93105; DECTON PARTNERS 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 21, 2020. Filed by: SCOTT HOUSTON/ MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 20, 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: 2025‑0001460. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TRACEY AND COMPANY: 5387 Paseo Cameo Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Tracey L Messner (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: TRACEY MESSNER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001393. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LIMPIA VIDA CLEANING SERVICES: 3837 Sterrett Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93110; I.V. Clean Janitorial Services 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 N/A. Filed by: LYDIA VEGA/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on May 19, 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: 2025‑0001232. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANDPIPER LIQUOR: 2262 Ortega Hill Rd Summerland, CA 93067; Sandpiper Liquor, Inc. 109 Anacapa Ave Oxnard, CA 93035 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 1, 2025. Filed by: NOHAD MAIDA/PRESIDENT/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001513. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CORNER

MARKET LIQUOR: 1104 Cacique St. Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Corner Market Liquor, 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 Jun 1, 2025. Filed by: NOHAD MAIDA/PRESIDENT/

CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001515. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CORNER

MARKET TOO: 1700 San Andres St.. Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Corner Market Too, 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 1, 2025. Filed by: NOHAD MAIDA/PRESIDENT/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001516. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VICTORIA CORNER STORE: 1235 Olive St Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Victoria Corner Store, 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 Dec 1, 2014. Filed by: NOHAD MAIDA/PRESIDENT/ CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001514. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RJRE LLC: 126 Cooper Rd Santa Barbara, CA 93109; RJRE 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 May 9, 2025. Filed by: ROBERT RUSSELL/ MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001498. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TECHEASE: 3433 State Street, Ste E Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Techease Computer Solutions, 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 Oct 10, 2003. Filed by: EVAN ASHER/CO OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001523. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OJAI ROOTER & PLUMBING INC, SANTA BARBARA PLUMBING & ROOTER, SANTA BARBARA PLUMBING, SANTA BARBARA ROOTER, SANTA BARBARA ROOTER & PLUMBING, SANTA BARBARA BACKFLOW TESTING, SANTA BARBARA PLUMBING & DRAINS, GOLETA BACKFLOW TESTING, ALL BACKFLOW SOLUTIONS: 516 E Oak St. Apt C Ojai, CA 93023; Ojai Rooter & Plumbing Inc. PO Box 721 Ojai, 93024 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 1, 2023. Filed by: HUGO GARCIA/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 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: 2025‑0001450. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TATER TROTS RIDING SCHOOL: 4864 Sawyer Ave Carpinteria, CA 93013; Shannon J Miller (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: SHANNON JAYNE MILLER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001339. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FREEDOM REALTY, FREEDOM PROPERTY CONNECTIONS, KRYSTAL FREEDOM: 409 Camino Del Remedio, Unit E Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Freedom Realty, Inc PO Box 660 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 Jun 1, 2020. Filed by: KRYSTAL FREEDOM/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 30, 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: 2025‑0001549. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WILCO BOOK SUPPLY: 3905 State Street, 7‑172 Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Skeenwogger 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 May 27, 2025. Filed by: BRETT WILSON/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001528. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ABOUT FACE WINES: 2121 Alisos Ave Santa Ynez, CA 93460; M.P. Fowler Wines 80 W Champions Blvd Rogers, Arkansas 72758 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: MATTHEW FOWLER/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001560. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2025‑0001473 The following person(s) is doing business as:

YARDI MATRIX, 430 S FAIRVIEW AVE., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93117, County of SANTA BARBARA.

YARDI SYSTEMS, INC., 430 S FAIRVIEW AVE., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93117; State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CALIFORNIA This business is conducted by A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Sep 17, 2015 /s/ ARNOLD BRIER, SECRETARY This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31/25 CNS‑3943853# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA ESTATE SALES & CONCIERGE CONSIGNMENT, ESTATE SALES & CONCIERGE CONSIGNMENT, SBESCC ESCC: 3823 Santa Claus Lane, Unit B Carpinteria, CA 93013; Teresa E Glenn 27 W. Anapamu St #237 Santa Barbara, CA 93101 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 2, 2025. Filed by: TERESA E. GLENN/OWNER/ PRINCIPAL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001372. Published: July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

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Ordinance 5262

An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3150, the Flood Control Benefit Assessment Ordinance, Relating to Benefit Assessments for Flood Control Services.

Passed, approved and adopted by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara, State of California, on this 15th day of July 2025, by the following vote:

Ayes: Supervisors Lee, Capps, Hartmann, Nelson and Lavagnino Noes: None

Absent: None

Abstain: None

MONA MIYASATO CLERK OF THE BOARD

By: Sheila de la Guerra – Deputy Clerk

NOTE: A complete copy of Ordinance No. 5262 is on file with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and is available for public inspection and copying in that office in accordance with the California Public Records Act, Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 6250) of Division 7 of Title 1.

LEGALS (CONT.)

STATEMENT The following person(s)

is/are doing business as: AIP

WORKSHOP: 315 Meigs Rd, Ste A #129 Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Josie Root Wellness, LLP (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 24, 2025. Filed by:

JOSEPHINE ROOT/ MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 2, 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: 2025‑0001575. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GIVEYOURBOOKS.COM: 752 Calle De Los Amigos Santa Barbara, CA 93105‑4439; Skeenwogger LLC 3905 State Street 7‑172 Santa Barbara, CA 93105 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: BRETT WILSON/OWNER with the

County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 6, 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: 2025‑0001366. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BUENA VISTA CARE CENTER: 160 South Patterson Avenue Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Covenant Care California, LLC 120 Vantis Drive Suite 200 Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ON-CALL AND ANNUAL TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES

Published: July 10, 2025

Notice is hereby given that the City of Goleta (City) is currently soliciting proposals for On-Call and Annual Tree Maintenance Services. PROPOSERS MUST BE REGISTERED ON THE CITY OF GOLETA’S PLANETBIDS PORTAL IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ADDENDUM NOTIFICATIONS AND SUBMIT A PROPOSAL. If any Addendum issued by the City is not acknowledged online by the Proposer, the PlanetBids System will prevent the Proposer from submitting an RFP. Proposers are responsible for obtaining all addenda from the City’s PlanetBids portal.

Proposals will be received electronically until July 31, 2025 through the City’s PlanetBids Portal. If further information is needed, submit questions through the Q&A tab in the PlanetBids Portal. It is the responsibility of the proposer to submit their RFP with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the receiving date and time. Late or incomplete RFPs will not be accepted

FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE ACT

Service Provider agrees in accordance with Section 1735 and 1777.6 of California Labor Code, and the California Fair Employment Practice Act (Sections 1410-1433) that in the hiring of common or skilled labor for the performance of any work under this contract or any subcontract hereunder, no contractor, material supplier or vendor shall, by reason of age (over 40), ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), national origin, race, religious belief, or sexual orientation, discriminate against any person who is qualified and available to perform the work to which such employment relates.

Ordinance 5263

An Ordinance Amending Section 35-1, the Santa Barbara County Land Use and Development Code, of Chapter 35, Zoning, of the Santa Barbara County Code, by Amending Article 35.1, Development Code Applicability; Article 35.2, Zones and Allowable Land Uses; and Article 35.11, Glossary; to Create a New Mobile Home Park Overlay and a New Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay. 25ORD-00003

Ordinance 5264

An Ordinance Amending Article II, the Santa Barbara County Coastal Zoning Ordinance, of Chapter 35, Zoning, of the Santa Barbara County Code, by Amending Division 1, in General, Division 2, Definitions, and Division 5, Overlay Districts, to Create a New Mobile Home Park Overlay and a New Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay. 25ORD-00004

Ordinance 5265

An Ordinance Amending Article II, the Santa Barbara County Coastal Zoning Ordinance, of Chapter 35, Zoning, of the Santa Barbara County Code to Amend the Summerland Community Plan Zoning Overlay Map by Adding a New Mobile Home Park (MHP) Overlay to Implement a Part of the Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay Ordinance Amendment. Case No. 25RZN-00001

Ordinance 5266

An Ordinance Amending the Santa Barbara County Land Use and Development Code, Section 35-1 of Chapter 35, Zoning, of the Santa Barbara County Code to Amend the County Zoning Map by Adding a New Senior Mobile Home Park (SMHP) Overlay and Mobile Home Park (MHP) Overlay Zone and Rezoning Certain Parcels to Implement a Part of the Senior Mobile Home Park Overlay Ordinance Amendments Project. Case No. 25RZN-00002

Passed, approved and adopted by the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara, State of California, on this 15th day of July 2025, by the following vote:

Ayes: Supervisors Lee, Capps, Hartmann and Lavagnino Noes: None

Absent: None

Abstain: None

Recused: Supervisor Nelson

MONA MIYASATO

CLERK OF THE BOARD

By: Sheila de la Guerra – Deputy Clerk

NOTE: A complete copy of Ordinance Nos. 5263 through 5266 is on file with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors and is available for public inspection and copying in that office in accordance with the California Public Records Act, Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 6250) of Division 7 of Title 1.

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Aug 3, 1998. Filed by: DAVA A. ASHLEY/ PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 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: 2025‑0001454. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OPTIMIZE LEADERSHIP: 4605 Granada Circle Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Optimize Leadership, 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 17, 2020. Filed by: RUTH M LOOMER/ MANAGER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001532. Published: July 10, 17, 24, 31 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ASH & PETAL: 1628 State Street, Apt 3 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Ash & Petal, LLC 55 Hitchcock Way Suite 111 Santa Barbara, CA 93105 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 2, 2025. Filed by: JETTA HARRIS/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 2, 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: 2025‑0001582. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CALIFORNIA CRISPIES: 27 West Anapamu Street, Unit 385 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Erin M Davies (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 13, 2025. Filed by: ERIN DAVIES/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001424. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: LITTLE CASTLE PRESS: 128 W. Ortega St, #5 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Kristen M Johansen (same address) This business is conducted by A (individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 1, 2025. Filed by: KRISTEN JOHANSEN with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001609. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001534

The following person(s) is doing business as: Villa Serena Apartments, 323 W Lolita Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458, County of Santa Barbara. 323 Lolita Lane LLC, 20720 Ventura Blvd., Suite 300, Woodland Hills, CA 91364; 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 Apr 16, 2019 /s/ Steve Heimler, Manager

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara

County on 06/27/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3945258# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: UNMUTE VOICES OF THE PEOPLE: 27 Anapamu Street, Suite 379 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Unmute Voices of The People (same address) This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 20, 2025. Filed by: KATHLEEN MARCOVE/ FOUNDING CREATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001613. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SCHOTT STUDIO: 3503 La Entrada Santa Barbara, CA 93105; Emma L Schott (same address) This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 1, 2025. Filed by: EMMA SCHOTT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 11, 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: 2025‑0001401. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MICHELLI WEIGHING AND MEASUREMENT: 275 Orange Ave, #A Goleta, CA 93117; G.T. Michelli Co., LLC 130 BrookHollow Esplanade Harahan, LA 70123 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 1, 2012. Filed by: JOEL MCMULLEN/ MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 11, 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: 2025‑0001649. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AIYANA: 2201 Banner Avenue, #B Summerland, CA 93067; Robin F Baron P.O. Box 1332 Summerland, CA 93067 This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 3, 2025. Filed by: ROBIN F BARON/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001377. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MONTECITO VALLEY ESTATE GROUP, MONTECITO VALLEY, MONTECITO VALLEY REAL ESTATE: 1250 Coast Village Rd, Suite A Santa Barbara, CA 93108; Village Properties, 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 Jun 2, 2025. Filed by: RENEE GRUBB/PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001600. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s)

is/are doing business as: SHINME, INC., THE GARDEN OF.....: 2810 Ontiveros Road Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Shinme, Inc. PO Box 492 Los Olivos, CA 93441 This business is conducted by A Corporation Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 15, 2024. Filed by: DEBORAH C TAKIKAWA/VICE PRESIDENT with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001551. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FAR WEST LEAVITT INSURANCE SERVICES: 650 North Main Street Lakeport, CA 95453; Lincoln‑Leavitt Insurance Agency, Inc. PO Box 130 Cedar City, UT 84721 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: KEVIN P. GRADY/ SECRETARY with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 2, 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: 2025‑0001580. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VALLEY GRILL MOBILE SERVICES, LLC: 414 South J Street Lompoc, CA 93436; Valley Grill Mobile Services, 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 May 12, 2025. Filed by: DONALD L. FLETCHER/OWNER/OPERATOR with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001441. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FINCA TAX ADVISORY: 303 Loma Alta Dr., 5 Santa Barbara, CA 93109; Rene Estrada (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 18, 2025. Filed by: RENE ESTRADA/ PRINCIPAL with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001610. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: FORONJY FINANCIAL: 401 Chapala St, suite 105 Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Foronjy Financial LLC PO Box 6177 Los Osos, CA 93412 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 1, 2024. Filed by: BRYAN CHARLES FORONJY/MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 18, 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: 2025‑0001447. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TOWERS OF LIGHT: 1726 Calle Boca Del Canon Santa Barbara, CA 93101; Misa Art (same address) This business is conducted by A Indvidual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jul 8, 2025. Filed by: MISA ART/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E63. FBN Number: 2025‑0001598. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001484

The following person(s) is doing business as: CLUB AMORE WEDDINGS, 1120 CUESTA ST, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460, County of SANTA BARBARA. ARTISA AGENCY LLC, 1120 CUESTA ST, SANTA YNEZ, CA 93460

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25 CNS‑3944708# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001462

The following person(s) is doing business as: SANTA MARIA VOLLEYBALL CLUB, 608 PIERCE DR., SANTA MARIA, CA 93454, County of SANTA BARBARA. SANTA MARIA VOLLEYBALL CLUB LLC, 608 PIERCE DR. SANTA MARIA, CA 93454; CALIFORNIA

This business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE /s/ LUJE KNOWLSON, MANAGING MEMBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/20/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944709# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001480

The following person(s) is doing business as: Youth Cricket Development Board, 3780 Brenner Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara. Youth Cricket Development Organization Inc., 3780 Brenner Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93105; California This business is conducted by A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ BK Rai, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25 CNS‑3944263# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOT LUCKY LABS: 836 Anacapa St, Unit 324 Santa Barbara, CA 93102; Got Lucky Laboratories (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 May 12, 2025. Filed by: JAMES CHAVEZ/ COO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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: 2025‑0001495. Published: July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

LEGALS (CONT.)

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001482

The following person(s) is doing

business as:

La Bodegita, 320 N Russell Ave

Santa Maria, CA 93458, County of Santa Barbara. Lorena Garcia Rojas, 951 E Fesler St, Santa Maria, CA 93454

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/ Lorena Garcia Rojas, Owner

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944259# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001483

The following person(s) is doing business as:

CHEF DARI, 1006 E COTA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103, County of SANTA BARBARA.

APRIL PRICE, 1006 E COTA ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103

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/ APRIL PRICE

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 06/23/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7/25

CNS‑3944704#

SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA LOCAL SOCCER LEAGUE, SANTA BARBARA FUTSAL, SC

GLADIATORS, EMBRACING WATER: 5717 Encina Rd, 203 Goleta, CA 93117; Dario Margheriti (same address)

This business is conducted by A Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jun 26, 2025. Filed by: DARIO

MARGHERITI/OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 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 E72. FBN Number: 2025‑0001521. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GEORGE THE ROOTERMAN: 649 Camino Campana Santa Barbara, CA 93111; Robert K Porter (same address) Gail S Porter (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 Jan 1, 2010. Filed by: ROBERT K PORTER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 11, 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: 2025‑0001638. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001619

The following person(s) is doing business as: Hydramene, 530 Mills Way, Goleta, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Hydramene LLC, 530 Mills Way, Goleta, CA 93117; 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 Not Applicable /s/ Justin Wehner, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk

7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948796# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN 2025‑0001620

The following person(s) is doing business as: Central Heating & Sheet Metal, 413 Stansbury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455, County of Santa Barbara. Davie Enterprises LLC, 413 Stansbury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455; 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 Not Applicable /s/ Ashley D. Velazquez, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948807# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PURLUE

PETALS: 3564 Sagunto Street, Suite 184 Santa Ynez, CA 93460; Bette L Toffelmier (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: BETTE L. TOFFELMIER/ OWNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E30. FBN Number: 2025‑0001617. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001634

The following person(s) is (are) doing business as:

Century 21 Masters Luxury, 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562 County of RIVERSIDE Mailing Address: 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562 Full Realty Services, Inc., 26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G&H, Murrieta, CA 92562

This business is conducted by a Corporation

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Full Realty Services, Inc.

S/ Linda Thompson, Secretary

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3947415# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

FBN2025‑0001622

File No.

The following person(s) is doing business as: Santa Barbara Wine Events, 1095 Meadowvale Rd Suite D, Santa Ynez, CA 93460, County of Santa Barbara.

Eniw Wyne Events LLC, 140 W Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427; California

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 May 01, 2022 /s/ Jesus Vidales, Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/10/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25

CNS‑3948781# SANTA BARBARA

INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT

File No. FBN2025‑0001639

The following person(s) is doing

business as: Poppy and Snow Embroidery, 713 Rincon Hill Rd, Carpinteria, CA 93013, County of Santa Barbara. Sassafrass Apparel LLC, 7015 Vista Del Rincon Drive, Ventura, CA 93001; California

This business is conducted by a Limited Liablity Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Nov 28, 2024 /s/ Olivia Sheaffer, Managing Member

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 07/11/2025. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14/25 CNS‑3948795# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: HANDICRAFTSB.COM: 4595

Atascadero Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93110; Safety Matters Certified Training, LLC PO Box 1481 Goleta, CA

93116

This business is conducted by A Limited Liability Company Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Filed by: JUSTIN HAAGEN/MANAGING MEMBER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 14, 2025.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS INVITING SEALED BIDS FOR THE 2025 RESIDENTIAL RESURFACING PROJECT City Project Number: 5800-2

July 28, August 4,

Copies of the Contract Documents and the Proposal Forms for bidding the 2025, project, may be obtained from the PlanetBids Website: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com. Proposals which do not acknowledge addendums to the project documents will be rejected.

All communications relative to this project shall be conducted through PlanetBids. Questions about alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be asked before bid opening. After bid opening, the CITY does not consider these questions as bid protests.

A pre-bid meeting will be held at N/A

Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1773, the City has ascertained the General Prevailing Rate of Wages in the County in which the work is to be done to be as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Contractor is hereby made aware that information regarding prevailing wage rates may be obtained from the State Department of Industrial Relations and/or the following website address: https://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/2024-1/PWD/Southern.html. The Contractor is required to post a copy of the applicable wage rates at the job site. Attention is directed to Section 7 LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC of the State Standard Specifications.

Bidders must be registered on the City of Goleta’s PlanetBids portal in order to receive addendum notifications and to submit a bid. Go to PlanetBids for bid results and awards. It is the responsibility of the bidder to submit the bid with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. Allow time for technical difficulties, uploading, and unexpected delays. Late or incomplete bids will not be accepted

Bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a money order, a certified cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond executed by an admitted surety, made payable to CITY. The bid security shall be an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total annual bid amount included with their proposals as required by California law.

Note: All bids must be accompanied by a scanned copy of the bid security uploaded to PlanetBids. The original security of the three (3) lowest bidders must be mailed or submitted to the office of the City Clerk at 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta, California 93117, in a sealed envelope and be received or postmarked within three (3) City working days after the bid due date and time for the bid to be considered. The sealed envelope should be plainly marked on the outside, “SEALED BID SECURITY FOR 2025 RESIDENTIAL RESURFACING PROJECT.”

In accordance with the California Public Contract Code 20103.5 when federal funds are involved in local agency contracts, no bid shall be invalidated by the failure of the bidder to be licensed in California at the time of bid opening. However, at the time of award, the selected contractor shall be properly licensed in accordance with the laws of the State and the City of Goleta. Contractor shall possess a valid Class AGeneral Engineering Contractor license prior to award of Contract. Said license shall be maintained during the contract period. It is the Bidder’s and Contractor’s responsibility to obtain the correct Contractor’s licenses. Bidders shall be skilled and regularly engage in the general class or type of work called for under this contract.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Each bond shall be in the forms set forth herein, shall be secured from a surety company that meets all State of California bonding requirements, as defined in Code of Civil Procedure Section 995.120, and that is a California admitted surety insurer.

Pursuant to Labor Code sections 1725.5 and 1771.1, all contractors and subcontractors that wish to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or enter into a contract to perform public work must be registered with the DIR. No Bid will be accepted, nor any contract entered into without proof of the contractor’s and subcontractors’ current registration with the DIR to perform public work. If awarded a contract, the Bidder and its subcontractors, of any tier, shall maintain active registration with the DIR for the duration of the Project. Failure to provide proof of the contractor’s current registration pursuant to Labor Code Section 1725.5 may result in rejection of the bid as non-responsive.

Bids shall remain open and valid for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by CITY to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the CITY to make payment of retention to an escrow agent.

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) provides a toll-free “hotline” service to report bid rigging activities. Bid rigging activities can be reported Mondays through Fridays, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Eastern Time, Telephone No. 1-800-424-9071. Anyone with knowledge of possible bid rigging, bidder collusion, or other fraudulent activities should use the “hotline” to report these activities. The “hotline” is part of the DOT’s continuing effort to identify and investigate highway construction contract fraud and abuse and is operated under the direction of the DOT Inspector General. All information will be treated confidentially, and caller anonymity will be respected.

Any protest to an intended award of this contract shall be made in writing addressed to the City Clerk prior to the award. Any protest may be considered and acted on by the City Council at the time noticed for award of the contract. To request a copy of the notice of agenda for award, please contact the City Clerk cityclerkgroup@cityofgoleta.org or register on the CITY’s website (www.cityofgoleta.org).

CITY OF GOLETA

Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk

LEGALS (CONT.)

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS INVITING SEALED BIDS FOR THE MATHILDA PARK IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT City Project Number: 9113

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Goleta (“CITY”), invites sealed bids for the above stated project and will receive such bids via electronic transmission on the City of Goleta PlanetBids portal site until Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. PST. Late proposals will be rejected. No exceptions. Copies of the Contract Documents and the Proposal Forms for bidding the project, may be obtained from the PlanetBids Website: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com. Proposals which do not acknowledge addendums to the project documents will be rejected. All communications relative to this project shall be conducted through PlanetBids. Questions about alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications, or estimate must be asked before bid opening. After bid opening, the CITY does not consider these questions as bid protests.

A pre-bid meeting will be held at N/A

It is required that the Bidders have fully inspected the Project site in all particulars and become thoroughly familiar with the terms and conditions of the Bid Plans and Special Provisions and local conditions affecting the performance and costs of the Work prior to bidding and it is recommended that this be done prior to attending this meeting. Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1773, the City has ascertained the General Prevailing Rate of Wages in the County in which the work is to be done to be as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Contractor is hereby made aware that information regarding prevailing wage rates may be obtained from the State Department of Industrial Relations and/or the following website address: https://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/2025-1/PWD/Southern.html. The Contractor is required to post a copy of the applicable wage rates at the job site. Attention is directed to Section 7 LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC of the State Standard Specifications.

The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) implemented amendments to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulations (“Regulation”) which are effective on January 1, 2024 and apply broadly to all self-propelled off road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater and other forms of equipment used in California. A copy of the Regulation is available at https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/barcu/regact/2022/off-roaddiesel/appa-1.pdf. Bidders are required to comply with all CARB and Regulation requirements, including, without limitation, all applicable sections of the Regulation, as codified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations section 2449 et seq. throughout the term of the Project. Bidders must provide, with their Bid, copies of Bidder’s and all listed subcontractors the most recent, valid Certificate of Reported Compliance (“CRC”) issued by CARB. Failure to provide valid CRCs as required herein may render the Bid non-responsive. Bidders must be registered on the City of Goleta’s PlanetBids portal in order to receive addendum notifications and to submit a bid Go to PlanetBids for bid results and awards. It is the responsibility of the bidder to submit the bid with sufficient time to be received by PlanetBids prior to the bid opening date and time. Allow time for technical difficulties, uploading, and unexpected delays. Late or incomplete bids will not be accepted Bid must be accompanied by a bid security in the form of a money order, a certified cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond executed by an admitted surety, made payable to CITY. The bid security shall be an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total annual bid amount included with their proposals as required by California law.

The Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) per California Labor Code Section 1771.4, including prevailing wage rates and apprenticeship employment standards. Affirmative action to ensure against discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion will also be required. The CITY hereby affirmatively ensures that all business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to the award of contract. This is a federally assisted project and Davis-Bacon (DBRA) requirements will be strictly enforced. Federal Labor Standards provisions HUD-4010 will be incorporated into the successful bidder’s contract and is attached hereto to this bid packet. Contractors, including all subcontractors and apprentices, must be eligible to participate. Federal Wage Determination No. CA20250014-Mod. #7 and State of California Prevailing Wage Index 2025-1 are incorporated herein. All labor is required to be paid at a rate not less than the greater of the current Federal Davis-Bacon Prevailing Wage or the State of California Prevailing Wage Determination made by the California Director of Industrial Relations. Review HUD Form 4010, Federal Labor Standards Provisions. https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/administration/hudclips/forms/hud4

This project is also subject to Section 3-Economic Opportunities to Low and Very-Low Income Persons and Business Concerns. Bidders seeking Section 3 preference must submit a Business Certification Form and required documentation. For more information regarding Section 3, visit www.hud.gov/sites/documents/11SECFAQS.PDF

This project is also subject to the requirements of Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act, 41 USC 8301 note, and all applicable rules and notices, as may be amended, if applicable to the Grantee’s infrastructure project. BABA requires that products purchased in connection with infrastructure projects (construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair) funded by Federal financial assistance programs must be produced in the United States. This includes iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials. This applies to projects with a total cost of $250,000 or more.

In addition to providing us with all the federally mandated documentation regarding labor, you will be required to provide detailed invoices, receipts, and any other documentation that will prove the expenses are eligible and part of the project.

In accordance with the California Public Contract Code 20103.5 when federal funds are involved in local agency contracts, no bid shall be invalidated by the failure of the bidder to be licensed in California at the time of bid opening. However, at the time of award, the selected contractor shall be properly licensed in accordance with the laws of the State and the City of Goleta. Contractor shall possess a valid Class A - General Engineering Contractor license prior to award of Contract. Said license shall be maintained during the contract period. It is the Bidder’s and Contractor’s responsibility to obtain the correct Contractor’s licenses. Bidders shall be skilled and regularly engage in the general class or type of work called for under this contract.

The Contractor Company, including the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) for the Contractor Company, shall demonstrate a minimum of five (5) years’ experience successfully performing projects of substantially similar type, magnitude, and character of the work bid. The CITY reserves the right to reject all bids, reject any bid that is not responsive to the invitation, or to waive any minor irregularity and to take all bids under advisement for a period of up to ninety (90) working days. Failure to provide proof of the Contractor’s current registration pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code may result in rejection of the bid as non-responsive. Failure to comply with enforcement provisions pursuant to Section 1771.4 of the Labor Code may result in a determination that the Bidder is not responsible. Bids shall remain open and valid for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the Bid Deadline. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by CITY to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the CITY to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) provides a toll-free “hotline” service to report bid rigging activities. Bid rigging activities can be reported Mondays through Fridays, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Eastern Time, Telephone No. 1-800-424-9071. Anyone with knowledge of possible bid rigging, bidder collusion, or other fraudulent activities should use the “hotline” to report these activities. The “hotline” is part of the DOT’s continuing effort to identify and investigate highway construction contract fraud and abuse and is operated under the direction of the DOT Inspector General. All information will be treated confidentially, and caller anonymity will be respected.

CITY OF GOLETA

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: 2025‑0001663. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 5 STAR SIGNS & GRAPHICS: 74 Aero Camino, Unit A Goleta, CA 93117; 5 Star Auto Group 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 Jun 23, 2025. Filed by: SCOTT ANDERSSON/PARTNER with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jun 30, 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: 2025‑0001552. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE S.B. READING COALITION: 1111 Chapala St, 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/PREIDENT & CEO with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on JuL 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: 2025‑0001667. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MEXICRAVE: 316 N Milpas St Santa Barbara, CA 93103; Maria J Vences Rojas 1328 Punta Gorda 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 Jul 15, 2025. Filed by: MARIA JASSMINE VENCES ROJAS with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on Jul 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 E73. FBN Number: 2025‑0001670. Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

LIEN SALE

EXTRA SPACE STORAGE, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 10 S. Kellogg, Goleta, CA 93117. August 5, 2025, at 3:30pm. Haley Soderman April Davin The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

NAME CHANGE

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: ADRIANA JAZMIN MEDINILLA CASE NUMBER: 25CV03339 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: PETITIONER: ADRIANA JAZMIN MEDINILLA

Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk

Published: Santa Barbara Independent: July 17, 2025 and July 24, 2025

LEGALS (CONT.)

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 August 4, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 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 06/22/2025, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterne of the Superior Court. Published July 3, 10, 17, 24 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: HEATHER MEGAN WEINTRAUB CASE NUMBER: 25CV03927 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: HEATHER MEGAN

WEINTRAUB 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: HEATHER MEGAN

WEINTRAUB

PROPOSED NAME: HEATHER MEGAN

MEEHAN

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 August 25, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 5, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/08/2025, JUDGE Colleen K. Sterne of the Superior Court. Published July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

AMENDED IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: SHAREESE LEOLA HARDEMAN CASE NUMBER: 25CV00555 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: SHAREESE LEOLA

HARDEMAN 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: SHAREESE LEOLA HARDEMAN

PROPOSED NAME: TRUTH JOHNSON

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 September 5, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/10/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 17, 24, 31. Aug 7 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CESAR PLASCENCIA ZUNIGA CASE NUMBER: 25CV04056 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: CESAR PLASCENCIA

ZUNIGA 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: CESAR PLASCENCIA ZUNIGA

PROPOSED NAME: CESAR HAPAZ

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 September 10, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 3, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, SANTA BARBARA

COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 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 07/16/2025, JUDGE Thomas P. Anderle

NOTICE

TO CONTRACTORS

of the Superior Court. Published July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: KATHRYN ELIZABETH HAHKA

CASE NUMBER: 25CV04054 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:

PETITIONER: KATHRYN ELIZABETH

HAHKA 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: KATHRYN

ELIZABETH HAHKA

PROPOSED NAME: KATHRYN

ELIZABETH HAPAZ

INVITING SEALED BIDS FOR THE CITWIDE TRAFFIC SIGNAL UPGRADE PROJECT

City Project Number: 9083

Copies of the Contract Documents and the Proposal Forms for bidding the project, may be obtained from the PlanetBids Website: https://pbsystem.planetbids.com Proposals which do not acknowledge addendums to the project documents will be rejected.

A pre-bid meeting will be held at N/A.

Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1773, the City has ascertained the General Prevailing Rate of Wages in the County in which the work is to be done to be as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Contractor is hereby made aware that information regarding prevailing wage rates may be obtained from the State Department of Industrial Relations and/or the following website address: https://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/2024-1/PWD/Southern. html. The Contractor is required to post a copy of the applicable wage rates at the job site. Attention is directed to Section 7 LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC of the State Standard Specifications.

The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) implemented amendments to the InUse Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleets Regulations (“Regulation”) which are effective on January 1, 2024 and apply broadly to all self-propelled off road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater and other forms of equipment used in California. A copy of the Regulation is available at https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/sites/default/files/barcu/ regact/2022/off-roaddiesel/appa-1.pdf. Bidders are required to comply with all CARB and Regulation requirements, including, without limitation, all applicable sections of the Regulation, as codified in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations section 2449 et seq. throughout the term of the Project. Bidders must provide, with their Bid, copies of Bidder’s and all listed subcontractors the most recent, valid Certificate of Reported Compliance (“CRC”) issued by CARB. Failure to provide valid CRCs as required herein may render the Bid non-responsive.

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 September 12, 2025, 10:00 am, DEPT: 4, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107 Santa Barbara, CA 93121‑1107, 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 07/16/2025, JUDGE Donna D. Geck of the Superior Court. Published July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE OF MOTION FOR ORDER AUTHORIZING SALE OF 3376 FOOTHILL ROAD, CARPINTERIA,

CALIFORNIA 93013 FREE AND CLEAR OF LIENS, CLAIMS AND ENCUMBRANCES

Cando Properties, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, Plaintiff,

V. Island View Ranch, LLC, a California limited liability company. and Does 1 through 10 inclusive. Defendant(s).

CASE NO.: 24CV06886

SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ANACAPA DIVISION

Date: August 11, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Dept SB Dept 5; Judge Sterne Action Filed: 12/9/24 CMC: 8/11/25 @ 10:00 a.m. Trial Date: Not set PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT Plaintiff Cando Properties, LLC (“Plaintiff’ or

“Cando”) and jointly with receiver J. Michael Issa (“Receiver”) have moved for a Court order approving and authorizing the sale of the fee simple interest in 3376 Foothill Road, Carpinteria, California 93013 (“Carpinteria Property”) free and clear of liens, claims and encumbrances pursuant to a Commercial Purchase Agreement and Joint Escrow Instructions from Island View Ranch, LLC to The Wall Santa Barbara, LLC for a sale price is $6 million paid $4.75 million cash at closing with the remaining $1.25 million subject to a 1‑year note secured by a first deed of trust against the Carpinteria Property. The motion is available at this interne link: htt The legal description for the Carpinteria Property is: Real property in the unincorporated area of the County of Santa Barbara, State of California, described as follows: Tract 6 of the MAP OF SURVEY MADE BY F.F. FLOURNOY Division of MARTHA J. NIDEVER PROPERTY, in the County of Santa Barbara, State of California, as

required. The CITY hereby affirmatively ensures that all business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this notice and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, or religion in any consideration leading to the award of contract.

In accordance with the California Public Contract Code 20103.5 when federal funds are involved in local agency contracts, no bid shall be invalidated by the failure of the bidder to be licensed in California at the time of bid opening. However, at the time of award, the selected contractor shall be properly licensed in accordance with the laws of the State and the City of Goleta. Contractor shall possess a valid Class A - General Engineering Contractor license prior to award of Contract. Said license shall be maintained during the contract period. It is the Bidder’s and Contractor’s responsibility to obtain the correct Contractor’s licenses. Bidders shall be skilled and regularly engage in the general class or type of work called for under this contract.

Bids shall remain open and valid for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the Bid Deadline.

Any protest to an intended award of this contract shall be made in writing addressed to the City Clerk prior to the award. Any protest may be considered and acted on by the City Council at the time noticed for award of the contract. To request a copy of the notice of agenda for award, please contact the City Clerk cityclerkgroup@ cityofgoleta.org or register on the CITY’s website (www.cityofgoleta.org).

CITY OF GOLETA

Deborah S. Lopez, City Clerk

Published:

Santa Barbara Independent: July 17, 2025, and July 24, 2025

LEGALS (CONT.)

per map recorded in Book 7, Page 91 of Maps and surveys, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County.

APN: 005‑280‑026 This motion will be heard on August 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Santa Barbara Superior Court, located at 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, California 93101 in

Dept. 5, before Judge Sterne. Notice of sale of an interest in real property shall be in writing, shall state the date, time, and place of sale, shall describe the interest to be sold, and shall give a legal description of the real property and its street address or other common designation, if any. If

the real property has no street address or other common designation, the notice of sale shall include a statement that directions to its location may be obtained from the levying officer upon oral or written request or, in the discretion of the levying officer, the notice of sale may contain directions

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Affordable Waiting List Opening

NOTIFICATION IS HEREBY GIVEN that EFFECTIVE August 7, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Barbara will be OPENING the waiting list and extending the opening for the below developments until further notice Applications will be accepted online at www.hasbarco.org by going to How Do I?, then Apply Online – Applicant Portal. These units will be subsidized with Project Based assistance; therefore Section 8 income eligibility and regulations will be required for all applicants.

Golden Inn & Village Senior – Studio Units Only The Residences at Depot

Also, Effective August 7, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. The Housing Authority will be CLOSING the waitlist for the developments listed below until further notice.

Escalante Meadows Polo Village

If you are a person living with a disability, or Limited English Proficiency (LEP), or with limited computer access, call 833-433-0333 for additional assistance.

This Public Service Announcement is being published to ensure that interested individuals and groups are fully aware of this action. The Housing Authority of the County of Santa Barbara will accept applications for these programs regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, age, familial status, or other protected groups under State, Federal or local equal opportunity housing laws.

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA ANUNCIO DE SERVICIO PÚBLICO

Apertura de lista de espera asequible

POR LO PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que a partir del 7 de agosto de 2025 a las 7:30 a.m. La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Bárbara abrirá la lista de espera y extenderá la apertura para los siguientes desarrollos hasta nuevo aviso. Las solicitudes se aceptarán en línea en www.hasbarco.org yendo a ¿Cómo lo hago?, luego Solicitar en línea - Portal del Solicitante. Estas unidades serán subsidiadas con asistencia basada en proyectos, por lo tanto, se requerirá la elegibilidad de ingresos y las regulaciones de la Sección 8 para todos los solicitantes.

Golden Inn & Village Senior – Solo Estudios The Residences at Depot

Además, a partir del 7 de agosto de 2025 a las 7:30 a.m. La Autoridad de Vivienda cerrará la lista de espera para los desarrollos mencionados a continuación hasta nuevo aviso.

Escalante Meadows Polo Village

Si usted es una persona que vive con una discapacidad, o con dominio limitado del inglés (LEP), o con acceso limitado a una computadora, llame al 833-433-0333 para obtener asistencia adicional.

Este anuncio de servicio público se publica para garantizar que las personas y grupos interesados sean plenamente conscientes de esta acción. La Autoridad de Vivienda del Condado de Santa Bárbara aceptará solicitudes para estos programas independientemente de su raza, color, religión, origen nacional, sexo, estado civil, discapacidad, edad, estado familiar u otros grupos protegidos bajo las leyes estatales, federales o locales de igualdad de oportunidades de vivienda.

to its location. Directions are sufficient if information as to the location of the real property is given by reference to the direction and approximate distance from the nearest crossroads, frontage road, or access road. If an accurate legal description of the real property is given, the validity of the notice and sale is not affected by the fact that the street address or other common designation, or directions to its location, are erroneous or omitted.

Published July 24, 2025.

BUTTE COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION RFP # 2025‑26‑RFP‑B2W‑## REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ADMINISTRATION OF TRANSITIONAL EMPLOYMENT

PROGRAM ‑ BACK 2 WORK PROGRAM

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

The Butte County Office of Education (“BCOE”) is requesting proposals for the administration of a transitional employment program for the Caltrans Back 2 Work (“B2W”) Program. This RFP applies to multiple Caltrans Districts, and vendors may submit proposals for any of the following:

‑ District 3: Butte, Sacramento, Yolo, Placer

‑ District 4: Solano, Marin, Santa Clara, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Alameda, San Francisco

‑ District 5: Santa Barbara, Monterey, San Luis Obispo

‑ District 6: Fresno, Tulare, Kern, Kings, Madera

‑ District 7: Los Angeles

‑ District 8: San Bernardino, Riverside

‑ District 10: San Joaquin, Merced, Stanislaus

‑ District 11: San Diego

‑ District 12: Orange Proposals will be accepted from vendors to perform the requested services in any of the above Caltrans Districts. Each proposal must conform and be responsive to the requirements of this Request for Proposals (“RFP”), a copy of which is now at the following:

BCOE website at: https://www.bcoe. org/About‑ BCOE/BCOE‑Divisions/ Statewide‑‑Local‑Support Services/ Maintenance‑Operations‑‑ Facilities/ Request‑for‑ Proposals‑‑ Bid‑Information/ Responses to this RFP must be emailed to b2w@bcoe. org with the subject “2025 Back 2 Work 2025/26‑RFP‑B2W## [County

Name] – [CALTRANS DISTRICT #]

– [RFP Proposer’s Name]”. ALL SUBMITTALS ARE DUE NO LATER THAN JULY 28, 2025, BY 5:00 P.M. Late submittals will not be accepted or considered. Fax, post mailed, couriered or hand‑ delivered responses will not be accepted. Submit all questions regarding this RFP in writing via email to: b2w@bcoe.org. Questions must be received by July 21, 2025, 5:00 p.m. All answers, along with any addenda, will be posted on the BCOE website by July 23, 2025, 2:00 p.m. The BCOE reserves the right to reject any and all submittals. The BCOE makes no representation that participation in the RFP process will lead to an award of contract or any consideration whatsoever. In no event will the BCOE be responsible for the cost of preparing a response to this RFP. The BCOE also reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in received submittals.

7/17, 7/24/25

CNS‑3947118# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

To satisfy the owner’s storage lien, PS Retail Sales, LLC will sell at public lien sale on August 5, 2025, the personal property in the below‑ listed units. The public sale of these items will begin at 08:00 AM and continue until all units are sold. The lien sale is to be held at the online auction website, www.storagetreasures.com, where indicated. For online lien sales, bids will be accepted until 2 hours after the time of the sale specified.

PUBLIC STORAGE # 25714, 7246 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, (805) 324‑6770 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com. 3405 ‑ Miller, Julie; 4104 ‑ Vargas, Joe; 6331 ‑ soto, savanah; A226 ‑ Kuhl, Jesika; A379 ‑ Adams, Laurel PUBLIC STORAGE # 75078, 7246 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, (805) 961‑8198 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com.

376 ‑ Lovett, Justin M; 502 ‑ Salter, John; 505 ‑ Souza, Jacqueline; P005 ‑ Hohn, Michael PUBLIC STORAGE # 75079, 5425 Overpass Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, (805) 284‑9002 Sale to be held at www.storagetreasures.com.

091 ‑ Salinas Armenta, Fernando; 110 ‑ Lopez, Hector; 136 ‑ Kovacs, Noah; 227 ‑ Nurulla, Nurzhan; 319 ‑ Burian, Susan; 323 ‑ Urquilla Rivas, Julia Maria

Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Payment must be in cash or credit card‑no checks. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax‑ exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. By PS Retail Sales, LLC, 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201. (818) 244‑8080. 7/24/25

CNS‑3949045# SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT

APN: 057‑112‑005 FKA 057‑112‑05 TS No: CA08000089‑25‑1 TO No: 250096749‑CA‑VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor (s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 24, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On July 30, 2025 at 01:00 PM, at the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on September 4, 2007 as Instrument No. 2007‑ 0063909, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, executed by DEBORAH HUNTER MASON, TRUSTEE OF THE DOROTHY B. HUNTER LIVING TRUST DATED FEBRUARY 26, 1993, as Trustor(s), in favor of WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing

SANTA BARBARA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE

The following list of disbursements are unclaimed by the listed payees and held by the Santa Barbara Unified School District. If you have a claim against these funds, please contact the Internal Auditor, phone (805) 963-4338 x 6235. Proper proof of claim and current identification must be provided before funds will be released. A claim form will need to be submitted by the date below. All checks listed are held in the general fund.

Funds not claimed by September 7th, 2025 become the property of Santa Barbara Unified School District. This notice and its contents are in accordance with California Government Code Section 50050.

the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is” The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 615 ROLLINGBROOK LANE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $256,880.60 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may visit the Internet Website address www.insourcelogic.com or call In Source Logic at 702‑659‑7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000089‑25‑1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may

not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 702‑659‑7766, or visit this internet website

www.insourcelogic.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA08000089‑25‑1 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: June 24, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No.CA08000089‑25‑1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949‑252‑8300 TDD: 711 949.252.8300

By: Loan Quema, Authorized Signatory

SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.insourcelogic. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES

INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702‑659‑7766 Order Number

114169, Pub Dates 07/10/2025, 07/17/2025, 07/24/2025, SANTA BARBARA INDEPENDENT SUMMONS

SUMMONS IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA IN AND FOR CARSON CITY CASE NO: 25 DR1 00266 1B DEPT: 1

In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of: NOAH HOTCHKISS, DOB 09/15/2015, Minor Child.

TO: JOHN DOE, the Unknown Father of a minor child conceived with Alanys Hotchkiss between December 2014 and February 2015. THE STATE OF NEVADA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVE‑NAMED DEFENDANT: NOTICE! YOU HAVE BEEN SUED. THE COURT MAY DECIDE AGAINST YOU WITHOUT YOUR BEING HEARD UNLESS YOU RESPOND WITHIN 21 DAYS. READ THE INFORMATION BELOW. TO THE DEFENDANT: A civil Complaint has been filed by the plaintiff against you.

1. If you wish to defend this lawsuit, you must, within 21 days after this Summons is served on you, exclusive of the day of service, file with this Court a written pleading* in response to this Complaint.

2. Unless you respond, your default will be entered upon application of the plaintiff, and this Court may enter a judgment against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint**, which could result in the taking of money or property or the relief requested in the Complaint.

3. If you wish to seek the advice of an attorney in this matter, you should do so promptly so that your response may be filed on time.

4. You are required to serve your response upon plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is JENNIFER S. ANDERSON, ESQ. 415 W. SECOND STREET CARSON CITY, NV

89703 (775) 841‑5888

Date: July 8, 2025

William Sott Hoen, Clerk of the Court

By: C. Cooper, Deputy Clerk

Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Jennifer S. Anderson, Esq, Nevada Bar No. 9498 415 W. Second Street Carson City, NV 89703 (775) 841‑5888 jsanderson4595@gmail.com

ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONERS

IN THE FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEVADA

IN AND FOR CARSON CITY

In the Matter of the Termination of the Parental Rights of NOAH HOTCHKISS, DOB 09/15/2015. Minor Child.

CASE NO.: 25 DR100266 1B

DEPT. NO.: 1

NOTICE OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR ORDER TERMINATING THE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THE NATURAL

MOTHER AND UNKNOWN FATHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Petitioners, Matt Hansinger and Pam Hansinger, by and through their attorney, Jennifer S. Anderson, Esq., having filed in this Court a PETITION FOR ORDER TERMINATING THE PARENTAL RIGHTS OF THE NATURAL

MOTHER AND UNKNOWN FATHER and a hearing has been set for Monday, the 29’ day of September, 2025, at 11:30 a.m.., in Department No. 1, at the Courthouse of the above‑entitled Court in Carson City, State of Nevada. All persons interested are notified to appear and show cause why said Petition should not be granted. Dated this 9 day of July, 2025. William Sott Hoen, Clerk of The Court, By Deputy Clerk; C. Cooper; Published: July 24, 31. Aug 7, 14 2025.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC FORUM (Public Participation Hearing)

Order Instituting Rulemaking to Establish Policies, Processes, and Rules to Ensure Safe and Reliable Gas Systems in California and Perform Long-Term Gas System Planning (R.24-09-012)

How can I participate?

Southern California Gas Company (SCG), San Diego Gas and Electric Company (SDG&E), Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E), Southwest Gas Corporation (Southwest Gas) (collectively, the Gas Utilities) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) invite customers to participate in a Public Forum, also called a Public Participation Hearing (PPH).

These Public Forums are part of the formal rulemaking proceeding cited above. Customer comments will be transcribed and placed into the formal record so the CPUC can make an informed and robust decision about the Gas Utilities’ recommended priority neighborhood decarbonization zones as part of implementing California Senate Bill (SB) 1221. At these Public Forums you can make comments and raise concerns to the CPUC representatives overseeing this proceeding.

Where and when will these Public Participation Hearings be held?

As part of the CPUC’s ongoing efforts to provide the greatest access the Public Forums will be held remotely.

A quorum of CPUC Commissioners may attend, but no decisions will be made or voted on at these Public Forums.

DATE & TIME DETAILS

August 7, 2025 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm

Webcast: www.adminmonitor.com/ca/gov

Join by phone: 800-857-1917

Phone Passcode: 6032788#

Please note: If you wish to make a public comment, you must participate by phone using the information above. Once you’ve entered the passcode, press *1, and record your name when prompted. You will be placed in a queue in the order you dialed in. If you need a language interpreter, please contact the CPUC’s Public Advisor’s Office using the contact information at the end of this notice at least five business days before the Public Forums.

Why am I receiving this notice?

On September 10, 2018, Governor Jerry Brown signed SB 100, which established a policy for California to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045. On September 25, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1221, in which the California Legislature recognized that natural gas use in residential buildings contributes to California’s greenhouse gas emissions, and that cost-effective, zero-emission alternatives to pipeline replacement projects can reduce gas system costs. As such, SB 1221 authorizes the CPUC to approve up to 30 pilot projects that facilitate cost-effective decarbonization in priority neighborhood decarbonization zones (decarbonization zones). The pilot projects are intended to provide state decision makers with a greater understanding of the challenges that arise when decommissioning parts of the natural gas system.

The Gas Utilities were directed to submit maps of their respective gas distribution systems that include information such as foreseeable gas distribution pipeline replacement projects, disadvantaged communities, and tribal boundaries overlaid on a street map. The maps must be updated with their recommended priority neighborhood decarbonization zones by July 21, 2025. The CPUC will post links to the utility maps at https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/ industries-and-topics/natural-gas/SB-1221-implementation, a site dedicated to the implementation of SB 1221. How does the rest of this process work?

This proceeding has been assigned to a CPUC Commissioner and two Administrative Law Judges who will consider proposals, evidence, and input throughout the regulatory process. The Administrative Law Judges will issue a proposed decision that may adopt, modify or deny parties’ proposals. Any CPUC Commissioner may sponsor an alternate decision with a different outcome. The proposed decision, and any alternate decisions, will be discussed and voted upon by the CPUC Commissioners at a public CPUC Voting Meeting.

Contact CPUC

Parties to the proceeding will review the proposals and comments throughout the rulemaking process, including the Public Advocates Office. The Public Advocates Office is an independent consumer advocate within the CPUC that represents customers to obtain the lowest possible rate for service consistent with reliable and safe service levels. For more information, please call 1-415-703-1584, email PublicAdvocatesOffice@cpuc.ca.gov, or visit PublicAdvocates.cpuc.ca.gov

Written public comments may be provided at any time during the proceeding in the “Public Comments” tab of the Docket Card for R.24-09-012, available at: apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/ R2409012. For additional information, any updates on the hearings, and an information sheet about the rulemaking and projects, please visit cpuc.ca.gov/pph

If you have questions about CPUC processes, you may contact the CPUC’s Public Advisor’s Office at: Email: Public.Advisor@cpuc.ca.gov

Phone: 1-866-849-8390 (toll-free) or 1-415-703-2074

Mail: CPUC Public Advisor’s Office 505 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94102

Please reference the Long-Term Gas System Planning OIR (R.24-09-012) in any communications you have with the CPUC regarding this matter.

Where can I get more information?

Contact PG&E

If you have questions about this Order Instituting Rulemaking proceeding, please contact PG&E at 1-800-743-5000.

For TTY, call 711.

If you would like an electronic copy of the proceeding documents, please write to the address below: Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Long-Term Gas System Planning OIR (R.24-09-012) P.O. Box 1018 Oakland, CA 94604-1018

Contact SoCalGas

Phone: 1-213-618-0140

Email: kmar@socalgas.com

Mail: Karen Mar, Regulatory Case Manager for SoCalGas 555 West Fifth Street, GT14D6, Los Angeles, California 90013

Contact SDG&E

Phone: 1-858-880-8346

Email: mariah.chavez@sdge.com

Mail: Mariah Chavez, Regulatory Business Manager for SDG&E 8330 Century Park Court, CP31D San Diego, CA 92123

Contact Southwest Gas

Phone: 1-702-364-3082

Email: laurie.brown@swgas.com

Mail: Laurie Brown, Regulatory Manager/California for Southwest Gas 8360 South Durango Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada 89183