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Vol. 33, No. 1

Editor’s note: This installment from Chris Hecox’s column “Snapshots of Carpinteria” was originally published in CVN on Feb. 3, 2003.

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coastalview.com As the new writer of this column, I look forward to delving into Carpinteria’s history, as Jaine Toth did so well in her articles of the last two years. I’m a relative newcomer to town and a naturally curious person, so there’s a lot I want to learn. Along the way, I hope to bring you some new stories and remind you of things past. Day of On my first night in Carpinteria, I was Remembrance startled awake several times the roar of forby9/11 the train, its horn blasting at the crossings and the vibration shaking my building. I wondered if this would keep me awake at night, but I soon got used to it, and now I take comfort in its familiarity. And I smile, because it reminds me of my childhood, when, once a year, my family and I rode the overnight train, the Lark, from Glendale to San Francisco. I’d lie on my berth in the darkened compartment and gaze out the window. The moon shimmered on the ocean and illuminated the small coastal towns before me. And as we passed by, I’d wonder about the people in the houses…who they were and what their lives were like. Little did I know that I would someday be one of them, living in Carpinteria, listening to Carpinterians the clackety-clack of the train in the night. launch new I’ve now learned that our town’s railpickleball brand road history began in 1887 when Southern Pacific built a branch from its main line in Saugus to the coast via Santa Paula and Ventura. Before this, Carpinterians had to take the stagecoach to Saugus to catch the train to San Francisco. Los Angeles was reached by stage or boat. At first, plans were made to construct the train depot on land owned by Russell Heath in “Old Town,” the western stretch of Carpinteria Avenue. But another businessman, H. J. Laughton, was building the White Sulphur Springs Hotel on Linden between 7th and 8th Streets, where the Palms now stands. Knowing that his hotel would benefit from proximity to the depot, Laughton offered Southern Pacific a free piece of land a few blocks down the Arts Center street. He also convinced L. B. Hogue to

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The Carpinteria Valley Water District has awarded a $6.5 million contract for construction of groundwater injection and monitoring wells for the Carpinteria Advanced Purification Project, or CAPP. According to a press release, the district awarded Pacific Coast Well Drilling Inc. the $6,507,950 contract on Sept. 9. The work includes two groundwater injection wells and two sets of three monitoring wells. The injection wells will be used to replenish local groundwater supplies with purified water as part of CAPP, which is intended to provide a locally controlled, drought-resistant drinking water supply. The wells are planned for St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Linden Avenue and at the end of Meadow View Lane. Construction is expected to begin at the church site in December 2026, followed by the Meadow View Lane site in February 2027. CVWD General Manager Kelley Dyer said Pacific Coast Well Drilling was the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and has the experience necessary to complete the work safely.

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Surﬂiner Inn hearing set for Monday Planning Commission staﬀ report expected after CVN press deadline BY CVN STAFF

Carpinteria residents will get their first look at city staff’s complete recommendation for the proposed Surfliner Inn just days before the project comes before the Planning Commission. The commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing Monday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. at Carpinteria City Hall to consider certification of the project’s Final Environmental Impact Report and approval of the proposed 36-room hotel at 499 Linden Ave. The city has said the Planning Commission agenda and associated staff report will be available no later than Thursday, Sept. 17. That release comes after Coastal View News’ Wednesday press deadline. CVN will review the staff report when it is released and publish an update at coastalview.com ahead of Monday’s hearing. The staff report is expected to provide the commission — and the public — with the city’s detailed recommendation on the project, proposed conditions of approval and materials related to certification of the Final EIR. One issue commissioners are expected to consider is Alternative 5, the revised layout and circulation plan for proposed City Parking Lot #4 south of the railroad tracks. The city previously announced that staff intends to recommend Alternative 5 for approval. Under the revised plan, vehicles would enter Lot #4 from Linden Avenue but exit toward Elm Avenue, routing departing traffic through the four-way stop at Dorrance Way and Linden Avenue before

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returning to Linden. The Surfliner Inn development team has also endorsed Alternative 5. Whitt Hollis, managing partner representing applicant 499 Linden Managers LLC, previously told CVN that the revised plan grew out of public comments and agency feedback. Hollis estimated the new parking lot configuration would cost the development team approximately $2.5 million. The Sept. 21 hearing represents a major step for a project that has undergone years of public review, design revisions and environmental analysis. Commissioners will be asked to consider certification of the Final EIR as well as the Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit necessary for the project to move forward. Members of the public will have an opportunity to comment at the hearing.

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CARP DOES NOT HAVE ENOUGH PARKING The Proposed Surfliner Inn will MAKE IT WORSE Here’s The Scoop & IT’S ALL IN THE NUMBERS!! 1) Proposed Surfliner Inn will be built on more than ½ of existing City Lot #3. 2) Delving deeper: Existing City Lot #3 has 113 spaces but the hotel will occupy 67 of them. That leaves only 46 spaces. Proposed City Lot #4 will have 95 spaces. The grand total will be 141 spaces. 3) Carp Muni Codes say hotel alone needs 121-178 spaces.

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Utility work nears completion; council declines appeal of 333 Linden project BY MARTIN FOLEY Construction on the long-planned Carpinteria Avenue Bridge Replacement Project could begin as soon as May or June 2027, city staff told the Carpinteria City Council on Monday, Sept. 14. The council authorized staff in January to advertise the project for bids once pre-construction requirements were completed, but utility relocations had delayed the project. On Monday, Interim Public Works Director Gerald Comati said most of that work is now complete or expected to be finished before the end of the year. Remaining water and sanitary sewer relocations will be included in the bridge construction bid package. “We’ll start construction in May or June of next year,” Comati said. “Construction completion for the bridge work is 2029 — say January or February.” The bridge over Carpinteria Creek was built in 1937. Its replacement would be approximately 11 feet wider on the north side and include two vehicle lanes, a center median and turn lane, bike lanes and 8-foot sidewalks. The existing six-span bridge would be replaced with a three-span structure, reducing the number of columns in the creek. The bridge would also be approximately 2 feet higher in the middle to provide additional clearance for 100-year storm floodwaters. The project is primarily federally funded through the Highway Bridge Program, with 88.53% of eligible costs federally reimbursable and the city responsible for the remaining 11.47%. The project currently has approximately $14 million in authorized construction funding, below the current engineer’s estimate of approximately $20 million. Comati said the cost could ultimately reach $22 million. “We know categorically that’s not enough money to build this project,” Comati said. Comati said the city would receive bids and award a contract before requesting supplemental federal funding to cover the gap. “I have never seen — in my experience with this — and the designer who does hundreds of these bridges, has never seen it either,” Comati said. “Caltrans always fills the gap and provides the supplemental funding.” Because the federal program operates on a reimbursement basis, the city will still need sufficient interim funding to cover construction costs while awaiting reimbursement.

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The existing Carpinteria Avenue bridge over Carpinteria Creek, built in 1937, is pictured with a rendering of its planned replacement. Construction on the new, wider bridge could begin as soon as May or June 2027 and is expected to be completed in early 2029. The replacement will include bike lanes, 8-foot sidewalks and fewer columns in the creek, and will sit approximately 2 feet higher in the middle to improve clearance during major storms.

Council declines appeal, reiterates approval of 333 Linden Ave.

The council declined to accept an appeal of a proposed home at 333 Linden Ave., leaving in place the Planning Commission’s approval of the project. The project includes a 3,520-squarefoot, two-story single-family residence, detached 840-square-foot three-car garage and lot line adjustment with the neighboring property at 355 Linden Ave. The Carpinteria Planning Commission approved the project in June following months of debate over its size and compatibility with the beach neighborhood. Commissioners had previously asked the applicants to reconfigure the garage and driveway, and revised plans reduced the second-floor living space by approxi-

A rendering shows the proposed residence at 333 Linden Ave. The project includes a 3,520-square-foot, two-story home and a detached three-car garage. The Carpinteria City Council on Sept. 14 declined to accept an appeal of the project, leaving the Planning Commission’s approval in place.

mately 350 square feet. Neighbor Marilyn Jenkins appealed the approval, arguing that the project was too large and inconsistent with city plans and residential guidelines for the beach neighborhood. Jenkins also argued that the city should consider the project alongside other nearby properties under the same ownership. “At the very least, the Planning Commission should have considered this as a development,” Jenkins said. “It’s four large houses.” Architect Dylan Chappell, representing property owners Peter and Barbara Coeler, pointed to the changes made since the project was first submitted. The Planning Commission record shows the revised project moved the garage to the rear, preserved existing trees and reduced the size of the home. “We’ve been working on this project since 2022, worked with the Architectural Review Board, refined it, reduced it, altered it a few times,” Chappell said. “Then we dealt with the Planning Commission and made some more major modifications and reductions.” Chappell also pushed back on arguments that the proposed home was incompatible with the neighborhood. “How does a slightly larger house than a thousand square feet fit into that?” Chappell said. “And my answer is kind of like, how do tall people fit into Carpinteria’s small town beach charm? I think they fit in just fine.” City staff recommended the council accept the appeal for review and then uphold the Planning Commission’s ap-

proval. Under the city’s appeal process, however, the council first had to decide whether to accept the appeal before it could consider its merits. Vice Mayor Mónica Solórzano moved to accept the appeal, and Mayor Natalia Alarcon seconded. The motion failed, leaving the Planning Commission’s approval in place.

Avocado Festival marks 40 years

The council also approved a special event permit for the 40th annual California Avocado Festival, scheduled for Oct. 2-4 in downtown Carpinteria. The city expects to spend approximately $32,400 supporting this year’s festival, including $15,000 for Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office services and approximately $17,400 in Public Works costs. The expenses are already included in the city’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget. Festival organizers said operating hours were modified slightly this year to reduce sheriff, staff and volunteer hours and provide more time to reopen Linden Avenue following the event. “The reason we are closing earlier on Sunday is because we have to open the street by 10, and we stayed until 7 last year, so we did it,” Festival Director Olivia Sorgman said. “But that was aggressive, and we just want to chill a little bit.” This year ’s festival will feature 60 bands across four stages, including a youth stage, along with the strong-arm competition, guacamole contest and a Saturday evening kids dance party with the Boys & Girls Club.

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This week, Coastal View News begins its 33rd year of publishing a free community newspaper for Carpinteria Valley. That’s something worth celebrating. For more than three decades, CVN has chronicled the life of this community — the big decisions at City Hall and the small moments that make Carpinteria home. We’ve covered elections and school boards, new businesses and longtime institutions, development proposals and community debates. We’ve been there for festivals, parades, graduations, Little League games, Junior Lifeguards, awards, anniversaries and countless other milestones. We’ve celebrated our neighbors, introduced readers to local businesses, provided a forum for community voices and, when necessary, asked difficult questions of the people and institutions making decisions that affect Carpinteria. And every Thursday, we’ve put it all together and made it available to everyone — free of charge. We believe there is something special about a community newspaper that anyone can pick up. No subscription. No paywall. Just local news, photographs, commentary, events and stories about the people and places around us. A newspaper like CVN also becomes something more than a collection of stories. It becomes a weekly record of a community. Years from now, today’s city debates, high school athletes, business openings, festival photos, obituaries, weddings and letters to the editor will help tell the story of Carpinteria in 2026. None of that happens without a community behind us. Our advertisers have been the foundation of Coastal View News since its beginning. When a local business places an ad in CVN, it isn’t simply buying space in a newspaper. It is helping make possible the reporting, photography and community coverage that fill all the other pages. We encourage our readers to notice those businesses and organizations — and, whenever possible, support the people who support your community newspaper. We also couldn’t do it without the dedicated staff and freelancers who make CVN happen every week. Reporters, editors, photographers, columnists, designers, salespeople and others work behind the scenes to turn another week in Carpinteria into the newspaper you hold in your hands each Thursday. Community journalism is a team effort, and we are enormously grateful to the talented people — past and present — who have shared their time, energy and commitment with CVN. We are equally grateful to the many community organizations, nonprofits, public agencies, contributors, letter writers, news tipsters and community partners who help us tell Carpinteria’s story each week. And most of all, we thank our readers. You pick up the paper on Thursday mornings. You send us photographs and story ideas. You tell us when we got something right — and sometimes when you think we got something wrong. You clip photographs for refrigerators and scrapbooks, share stories with neighbors and remind us week after week that local news still matters. In recent years, many of you have also chosen to support CVN directly through our Sustaining Members program. That generosity has helped us continue printing and distributing the newspaper free throughout Carpinteria Valley while

We believe there is something special about a community newspaper that anyone can pick up. No subscription. No paywall. Just local news, photographs, commentary, events and stories about the people and places around us. maintaining the local reporting and photography our readers expect. For those who would like to help, there are simple ways to do it: Read CVN. Share it. Patronize the businesses that advertise in these pages. Send us your news. And, if you are able and inclined, consider contributing to the CVN Sustaining Fund using the form on page 10. But today, mostly, we want to say thank you. Thirty-three years of a free community newspaper is an accomplishment shared by everyone who has advertised, contributed, participated, supported and — most importantly — kept reading. As we begin another year, our commitment remains the same: to show up every week, pay attention, ask questions, celebrate what deserves celebrating and continue chronicling the life and times of this remarkable little community we all call Carpinteria. Here’s to Year 33 — and to plenty more Thursdays together.

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Anthony Villa 01/12/1969 — 08/30/2026

Our beloved father, brother, son and uncle, Anthony Villa, 57, entered into the hands of the Lord unexpectedly on Sunday, Aug. 30, surrounded by his family. He will forever be remembered for his strong and humble heart, his joyful laugh and his ability to make a joke out of any circumstance. He lived for his family and had a compassionate heart for all. He is survived by his children, Andrew, Abigail (Jeffery), Rebecca and Henry; Patricia Oviedo Villa, with whom he shared the joy of raising their children; his brother, Randy (Eden); and his sister-in-law, Jennifer, as well as multiple nieces and nephews. He is now sitting at the eternal poker table with all of our family, waiting for the next hand to be dealt, all the while joking with the rest of the family. We will miss him at the family barbecues, dinners and camping excursions. We will keep the Lumpia hot and the tri-tip marinated and think of you often. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21, at St. Joseph Church in Carpinteria, with interment to follow at Carpinteria Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Pueblo Del Rey Funeral Services.

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Jackie Donnell 10/11/1934 — 09/06/2026

Jackie Donnell went to be with the Lord on Sept. 6, 2026. She was born in Santa Barbara, California, on Oct. 11, 1934, the first child of George and Bernice Holsten. Jackie grew up in Carpinteria, graduated from Carpinteria High School and attended Santa Barbara City College and the University of Oregon. She married John Donnell in 1953, and together they raised their three children in Goleta. Jackie worked for many years at the Goleta Library and later at the Valle Verde Retirement Center in Santa Barbara. Jackie and John were active members of Bethany Congregational Church and the Goleta Vineyard Fellowship, serving in several ministries there. In 2001, Jackie and John moved to Alpine, California, where John passed away in 2003 following an earlier stroke. Jackie’s love of gardening became a special part of her life, and she lovingly created beautiful gardens in both Alpine, and later at her daughter Julie’s home in Vandenberg Village. Jackie is survived by her daughter, Julie Moore of Lompoc; sons, Steve Donnell of White Bird, Idaho, and Scott Donnell (Carolyn) of El Cajon; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Kenn Holsten (Christine) and Gary Holsten (Tonjua), and their families. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Holsten. Jackie will be remembered for her deep faith, love of family, generous spirit and the beauty she brought into the lives of those around her.

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Carol Lynn Clark Relis, age 85, passed away peacefully on Aug. 29, 2026, at GranVida Senior Living and Memory Care in Carpinteria, California. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, teacher and sports fan, whose quick wit and sharp sense of humor will be deeply missed. Carol was funny, engaging and passionate about following her favorite baseball, basketball and football teams (Go Bruins! Go Dodgers! Go Lakers! Go ‘9ers!). Carol was a jazz and classical music enthusiast, a serious Dr. Pepper lover and a shopaholic when it came to furniture and clothes. Carol enjoyed her vast flower garden and watching local birds, bunnies and butterflies from her front porch. Carol was known for her generous spirit, a staunch supporter of her family and community. Born in Salina, Kansas, to Lynn and Dorothy Clark, Carol spent her early childhood on a farm with her older sister, Janis. The Clark family later moved to Portland, Oregon, briefly before finally settling in Long Beach, California, where Carol spent most of her childhood and later graduated from Wilson High School in 1959. Carol attended UCLA as an English major and physical education minor. In college, Carol was interested in Shakespeare, classic American novels and spending time with her Pi Beta Phi sorority sisters. After graduating with her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1963, she earned her teaching credential from CSU Long Beach. In 1964, she married her high school sweetheart, Peter Relis, and they settled in Carpinteria, California, where she began her teaching career as a physical education teacher at Carpinteria High School. For years, she was a stay-at-home mom and raised her children, Lisa, Lori and Matthew. When she returned to work, she went on to teach English and history for over 10 years at La Cuesta High School in Santa Barbara. Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Peter. She is survived by her sister, Janis Smith, and her three children, Lisa Nakasone and son-in-law Ryan, Lori Lemos and son-in-law Kelly and Matthew Relis and daughter-in-law Sarah. She is also survived by her six grandchildren, Sophia and Luke Nakasone and Isaac, Aaron, Christian and Oliver Relis. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Carol Relis’ name may be sent to Santa Barbara Audubon Society. Arrangements made by Welch-RyceHaider.

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In loving memory of Gordene Dena Ward Groters On June 25, 2026, we peacefully lost our beloved mom, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, friend and so much more — Dena Ward Groters. Dena was born on Oct. 9, 1938, in Bakersfield, California, to Gordon and Dorothy Ward. She was the oldest sibling and shared a very special bond with her beloved brother, Dan Ward. Dena was a devoted mother to Jan, Jill and Donette Hicks. She was married to Larry Hicks until their divorce in 1972. In 1981, she married Vincent Groters, beginning a new chapter filled with love, companionship and many adventures. Together, Dena and Vince enjoyed traveling throughout the states and making memories along the way. Throughout her life, Dena was a hardworking and caring woman. During her years raising her family, she worked as a school aide at Beardsley School, served as a Blue Bird Scout leader, worked at Memorial Hospital and later worked for Contel Telephone Company, from which she retired. Following Vince’s passing, Dena continued to work, including at Shirley Meadows Ski Resort and for the Forestry Department in Lake Isabella. In her later years, she lived in Santa Barbara, where she helped manage her brother Dan’s property. Dena was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Dorothy Ward; her beloved brother, Dan Ward; her daughter, Jill; and her niece, Anne-Marie Ward. She leaves behind her daughters, Jan and Donette Hicks; her sister-in-law, Carol Seekins; her very special cousins, Dona and Ge-Anne; and several dear friends, including Rhoda, Jackie and Marti, who were truly like family. Among those friends were classmates she had known and cherished for much of her life — friendships that stood the test of time. For Donette, Dena became more than a mother; she became her best friend. Their relationship grew into a friendship filled with love, laughter, memories and a bond that will never be broken. Losing her mother and best friend leaves an emptiness that words cannot fully express. Dena will be remembered for her strength, independence, hard work, loyalty and the many lives she touched throughout her years. She was a mother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend whose presence will be deeply missed. Though she is no longer with us, the memories she gave us and the love she shared will remain in our hearts forever. A Celebration of Life will be held on the Double Dolphin on Oct. 11, 2026. Rest peacefully, Mom. You were my mother, but you also became my best friend. I will love you forever, and I will carry you with me every day until we meet again.

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are Ready for The Surfliner Inn

There are a lot of reasons to believe The Surfliner Inn is good for Carpinteria. We asked a few longtime locals, business owners, parents and community leaders to share theirs. HERE’S WHAT THEY HAD TO SAY. “The Surfliner Inn is a community-conscious development that brings the kind of thoughtful growth Carpinteria needs. I’m looking forward to welcoming The Surfliner to our downtown visitor-serving district — and having them as neighbors.”

“Carpinteria has given me more than I could ever give back. I believe The Surfliner Inn is a thoughtful addition that will help ensure Carpinteria can continue to be the special place we all know and love for generations to come.”

“I love anything that helps Carpinteria thrive, and The Surfliner Inn does exactly that. It’s a Carpinteria-sized inn, in the right place and for the right reasons. It will help us showcase all the things about this town that make us proud.”

Carpinteria is growing, and we’re committed to doing that in a way that honors our history, values, and community voice. The Surfliner fits that spirit. I love that they’re investing directly back into Carpinteria through ‘1% for Carpinteria’ and creating space for the nonprofits that are such an important part of our community.”

SARAH ARESCO SMITH Local real estate agent

JUSTIN FITZGERALD Co-owner, Esau’s Cafe

DAVID POWDRELL Longtime local + community do-gooder

JAMIE COLLINS Nonprofit executive + mom

“Carpinteria and the surrounding area have become known as the epicenter of California avocados. A classy, boutique inn like The Surfliner complements that perfectly and fits with who we are becoming as both an agricultural center and a small-town destination.” WILL CARLETON Avocado farmer

“Carpinteria is the world’s best town to raise a family. I can’t wait for the day when my out-of-town family can stay downtown at The Surfliner Inn — local’s discount, please! — and experience Carpinteria without ever needing to get in a car. I have a feeling they’ll keep coming back.”

HAYLEY FEDDERS Small business owner + mom

WHAT’S YOUR WHY?

The people who love Carpinteria should have a voice in what comes next. Join us Monday, September 21 at 7 p.m. at Carpinteria City Hall for the Carpinteria Planning Commission hearing on The Surfliner Inn.

Decision-makers need to hear why you believe The Surfliner Inn belongs in Carpinteria. Share your why. Show up. Be heard.

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City should be accountable for missing deadline

The Sept. 10 article on Carpinteria’s Housing Element provides useful background, but its emphasis on California Coastal Commission concerns risks obscuring the city’s own responsibility for remaining out of compliance with state housing law. Carpinteria’s Housing Element was due Feb. 15, 2023. Because the city did not obtain a compliant Housing Element within 120 days of that deadline, state law required the necessary rezoning to be completed no later than Feb. 15, 2024 — yet HCD did not find Carpinteria in substantial compliance until Jan. 30, 2025, nearly a year later. The timeline printed with CVN’s article acknowledges that the Feb. 15, 2024, rezoning deadline passed and that HCD informed Carpinteria that its Housing Element would remain out of compliance until the rezoning was completed. Even more troubling, the city already understood the consequences. CVN’s own timeline states that by May 28, 2024, city staff publicly identified potential Builder’s Remedy applications as a consequence of remaining out of compliance. Nevertheless, the city remained noncompliant until after preliminary Builder ’s Remedy applications for Ogan Road and The Farm were submitted in December. The Coastal Commission may have complicated the city’s task, but it did not suspend the statutory clock. Nor did Coastal Commission concerns relieve the city of responsibility for timely completing the rezoning required to achieve compliance. The issue is not whether the process was difficult; it is why the city failed to complete it before the legal consequences became unavoidable. The unanswered question remains: Why did city officials allow Carpinteria to remain legally vulnerable for nearly 10 months after the rezoning deadline had passed, despite knowing the consequences? That is the accountability issue residents deserve to have fully explained.

Gary Blair Carpinteria

City must answer for Housing Element delays

In CVN, Vol. 32, No. 52, “Carpinteria’s Builder ’s Remedy window followed lengthy housing process,” the article did not adequately spell out the consequences of this failure. California Government Code Section 65589.5 (f) sets forth the number of ways the failure to timely file a compliant Housing Element facilitates the building of projects that are objectionable and the city would otherwise be able to easily prevent. Mr. Nomura, who was on the city council at the time that a compliant Housing Element was required to be filed, did

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not mention this at the recent conference held on the subject, or so I gather from your article not reporting that he did. Was it because the city wishes to minimize the extent of the adverse impact its failure to make the state-required Housing Element filing in a timely fashion has caused? Of course, the adverse consequence referred to above pales when compared to the hundreds of thousands of dollars in attorneys’ fees the city will now likely have to pay — at the ultimate expense of its residents — in order to oppose the Ogan project and any other project only able to contend it is entitled to proceed because of that failure. Your article implies the city’s aforementioned failure was something other than the result of the city’s own negligence? But is that really the case? Either way, it will cost us a lot of litigation bucks, much needed to pave our roads and discharge the city’s other obligations without having to raise our sales taxes (Measure I) or endorse neighborhood-destroying projects (Surfliner Inn).

Peter L. Spinetta Carpinteria

Addressing city budget is essential

Nowhere in the Coastal View article of Sept. 3, 2026, page 4, nor in the latest propaganda piece mailed to residents, does the city and mayor mention cutting expenses. So here’s a little input about how government and taxpayers have very different priorities and ways to manage budgets. Taxpayers have a certain amount of income. We then prioritize our expenses such as mortgages, taxes, utilities and food. These are our necessities. If there is any money left over, we might choose to go out for a meal, buy some new clothes or go on a vacation. These last things can only happen if we manage the income that we have or we incur debt. A politician once told me, “We will never run out of taxpayers.” Well, that may change if we don’t want a sales tax increase that is spent at the sole discretion of the council and will not make a dent in any of the noble actions this newest flyer promises to fund. Not mentioned, but sales tax would increase on car purchases. Zero-based budgeting is a method of budgeting where you don’t start with last year’s budget and simply increase

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it. You start with zero in every budgetary category and take a long hard look at each expense. After calculating anticipated revenue, the budget categories are funded in order of priority. So, Carpinteria would start with law enforcement (the reason the city incorporated in the mid 60s), then the other categories that are absolutely necessary. When all of the revenue is accounted for, either cuts need to be made to the necessary accounts, and/or “feel-good” expenses paid by taxpayers. I have ideas about cuts that can probably be made, but I’m out of the number of words allowed.

Donna L. Treloar Carpinteria

Attend meeting to protect Carpinteria’s character

Why would we go to a Planning Commission meeting? When proposed development will change the character of Carpinteria’s small beach town community, we should stand up to protect Carpinteria. This meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 21, 7 p.m. in council chambers. The agenda includes certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR), approval of a development plan, conditional use permit and coastal development permit. This meeting is our opportunity to inform the decision makers (planning commissioners) how you envision the future of Carpinteria. This is your chance to speak up or email public comments (PublicComments@carpinteriaca.gov). Do you value the beautiful mountain views that will be blocked if the hotel is built? The proposal appears to increase parking availability, but in reality it will intensify an already existing parking shortage. This will affect hotel guests and employees, beach goers, shoppers, beach community neighbors and tourists. If Parking Lot #4 is constructed, we will have 28 more spaces than we do now. Will this accommodate all the people looking for parking downtown? Additionally, the new configuration of Parking Lot #4 exits vehicles into the beach neighborhood on Elm Street. This poses a huge safety issue to both the residents and users of the parking lot. It will increase traffic and congestion on Elm and Dorrance along with noise and air quality. The PC meeting being held on Sept. 21 is an important decision-making meeting that must address environmental issues. Our General Plan emphasizes maintaining our small beach town character, aesthetics, ensuring adequate parking and protecting neighborhood character and safety. Can we avoid the pitfalls of other previously small beach town communities? How do you envision Carpinteria 10 years from now? ADVERTISING

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The Surfliner Inn is beneficial for Carp

Carpinteria desperately needs a nice boutique hotel. This location is ideal for supporting downtown businesses. This is a solid plan, reasonable size and a great addition to Carpinteria. I don’t want Carp to change, but when we have the opportunity to help shape how it changes, it’s a win. We need a nice hotel that’s within walking distance of all the great shops, restaurants, beach and amenities year-round. Realistically, the city needs more money to be spent in the city. Let’s pass this project!

Loren Bass Carpinteria

CUSD’s residency verification system raises red flags

Over the past few weeks, I’ve heard from fellow parents that families with students at CUSD schools are being asked to clear a much higher bar than in past years to prove their children live here. Verifying residency each year is a legitimate requirement, but the intensity and approach used to flag families has clearly changed. State law sets expectations for how this must be done: Districts are meant to accept reasonable proof, and families are entitled to written notice explaining why documents were rejected and how to appeal. At the CUSD board meeting on Sept. 9, the superintendent’s report mentioned the district’s new use of the CLEAR system from Thomson Reuters — which may explain the sharp rise in families flagged for investigation. This raises a serious concern. Under the district’s own policy (AR 5111.1), the district must have “articulable facts supporting the belief that a parent/guardian has provided false or unreliable evidence of residency” before investigating further or demanding additional documents. If CLEAR is instead being used to screen all families upfront, that appears to conflict with this standard — and means detailed reports may be compiled on families without any prior cause. The policy does include protections, such as allowing an already-enrolled student to keep attending class while an appeal is pending. But families aren’t being clearly told about the investigation process, their appeal rights or this attendance protection. At the Sept. 9 meeting, I asked that this policy and its implementation be added as a future agenda item. I renew that request, and hope the board will address it publicly: How and why did CLEAR become part of our residency checks? Was the policy or procedure formally revised, and if so, when? Why are families whose documentation was accepted last year now being flagged as inadequate?

Ashley Smith Fraser Carpinteria

Proposed high-rise project could have negative impact

We are probably in the “poor” part of town. Villa del Mar condos, or “Legoland,” as the locals call us, is flanked by Casitas Village and the three mobile home parks that share our frontage road. But a closer inspection shows a pride of ownership; mobile homes are being replaced with modular homes, making a walk through these parks seem more like

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visiting a village. We are a stable, good community. At the last community hearing with the City Council, the project was reviewed. A representative from Casitas Village pointed out that the high-rise apartment building would not be built in any of their backyards. According to Policy Archive, high-density apartments would impact the area with a rise in the crime rate of 40%-65%. Real Housing cites the same connection between dense low-cost housing with the increase in crime. At the meeting, the lack of roads and parking were also underscored. We have experienced evacuation orders for ﬁre and ﬂooding. If this project is allowed to go through as planned, it won’t only hurt our neighborhood, it will have a negative impact on our entire town.

town’s soul means protecting our open spaces and coastline. Her commitment to a “small, friendly, sustainable” community is not just a slogan; it’s a concrete plan reflected in her work as a Planning Commissioner and her history of dedicated community involvement. From her highly qualified background, Xy rightly argues against the pressure to “build our way out” of fiscal problems at the expense of our environment and community character. Her focus on responsible development, housing affordability and fiscal transparency shows she has the right priorities. She has the experience and independent judgment needed to protect what makes Carpinteria special. I urge you to vote for Xy VanAntwerp — for our coastline, our community and our future.

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Barbara Clingwald Carpinteria

I enjoyed reading the Coastal View article (Sept. 3, 2026) about Lou Panizzon reuniting with the medic who saved his life 58 years ago in Vietnam. I was the band director at Carpinteria High School in the 1970s and 1980s when Lou was a highly successful football coach. Lou was certainly the coach that others aspired to be. He would jokingly thank me for allowing him to schedule a football game before and after the halftime show that everybody came to see. One year, I had a band student who was also a starting player on the football team. Lou decided to pull the player from the second quarter in time for him to change into his band uniform. I am sure that few coaches would ever consider doing such a thing. One game stands out in my memory. It would decide the championship, and as halftime neared, I knew that Lou could not spare this important player. To my surprise, he arrived, in uniform, as the band formed up. When I saw him later, I asked Lou why on earth he made that decision when the student was so crucial in a very tight game. Lou said, “He’s just as important to you as he is to me.” That really shows what kind of a man he is. By the way, they won the game.

Langdon Nevens Carpinteria

VanAntwerp’s priorities can preserve Carpinteria

As someone dedicated to protecting our oceans and the unique character of our coastal communities, I have seen what is at stake when we don’t have the right leadership. Carpinteria is one of the last true small beach towns, and we need a representative who will ﬁght to keep it that way. That is why I am enthusiastically endorsing Xy VanAntwerp for City Council. Xy’s platform is a breath of fresh air. She understands that preserving our

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The worst fears we have about artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming a bit too realistic. Jacob Coxon, researcher and specialist in AI, retired from Anthropic last week. Anthropic, along with OpenAI, have some of the most advanced models in AI. Coxon has gone viral with the message, “The people building AI earnestly believe that it could kill us all by the end of the decade. This is not a marketing stunt.” These companies are not “acting responsibly.” He accused them of “racing straight to self-improving super intelligence and gambling with our lives.” Coxon also posted, “Do not underestimate the power of this technology. There will soon be superhuman systems that can hack anything, revolutionize any field overnight and acquire real power and resources … progress is not slowing.” Bill Gates warns that AI is more dangerous than big tech will admit. His major concerns include job disruptions, safety regulations and risks. There is currently no official oversight to guard against cyberattacks. AI can even “make dangerous molecules for bioterrorism.” “I am extremely concerned about the labor market effects, within the next two years in the white collar space and within the next four years in both the blue and white collar space.” Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic; Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI; and even Elon Musk voiced his support for slowing down AI progress. Over 1,200 workers from leading AI companies signed an open letter asking for international cooperation to deliberately slow down unchecked capabilities. What about Chinese competition? Gates responded, “Do you think China wants bioterrorism? Do you think China wants cyberattacks?” Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to make a state visit to Washington to meet with President Donald Trump next week. AI development is on the agenda.

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Price reviewed rules outlined by the Brown Act regarding communication between board members, the public’s right to participate and guidelines for what V discussed I C K I E Gduring O N Zclosed-session ALEZ can be meetings. “You among yourselves We allcan’t knowtalk what it’s like to walk when there’s a majority of you with away from an interaction feeling unburrespect to school district business,” dened, understood and more ourselves. said we’ve Price, all adding that social media is And experienced the opposite, included in that provision prohibiting spending an afternoon with people board members to communicate with one or exchanging messages throughout another regarding “any issue within the the day and still feeling disconnected. jurisdiction of the board.” While often assumethe that72-hour spending Pricewe also addressed remore time together or communicating quirement for agenda items, noting an more frequently strengthens our that reexception regarding critical issues lationships, meaningful connection is may come up. A special meeting can be about much than24-hours’ that. It’s notice, about called in this more case, with the quality noted Price. of the experience. Meaningful connection is the experience of Addressing the public’s right to comment on agenda items during being emotionally present withmeetings, another Price referenced a board policy revision, person and feeling seen, understood Bylaw 9323: Meeting Conduct, regardand accepted. ingOne public comments scheduled for reason certain relationships feela first reading on the evening’s agenda. especially meaningful is that they involve As noted in the agenda,call “the Bylaw is something psychologists attunement. being updated to clarify expectations Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Siegel describes and procedures for the conduct of Board attunement as the “capacity to notice meetings, promote orderly and efficient and respond to another person’s inner meetings and ensure compliance with emotional experience.” uses a helpcurrent Education Code He requirements.” fulOriginally acronym, adopted COAL, toondefine state Aug. the 28, 2007, of mind required for true attunement. and revised Sept. 10, 2020, the bylaw C is for curiosity actively to outlines the rules—for public wanting comments understand someone else’s internal world during meetings. Proposed changes without O is fora included judging/assuming. in the first reading involve openness allowing thespeakers, person’s guidereality 5-minute — time limit for linesemotions for board to respond of to and to members shape understanding public comments and rules regarding the moment. A is for acceptance — empublic criticism of district employees bracing their emotions without tryingand to meetingthem. disruptions. change L is for love — approaching no requirement that the board the“There’s interaction with kindness, compassit there on some occasions where it is sion and presence. enduring comments which are Conversajust totally An important distinction: incorrect,” said Price. “There’s no point tion and connection aren’t the same thing. in arguing with somebody about how Meaningful connection isn’t measured something is seen. But when things are by the number of words exchanged. It’s not correct, then it’s perfectly appropriate reflected in member whethertowerespond leave feeling for a board to that understood, accepted and and to correct the record.” emotionally present one another. “Andwith you’re doing the public a service and constant in Productivity that regard because when communithe public cation arewatching different a meaningful might be onfrom television or watch-

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Whendistrict many people hear the word As a community-funded based intimacy, they think of romantic relaBut accepts emotional intimacy isn’t on property taxes,tionships. CUSD limited to spouses or partners. We can interdistrict transfers forit school experience with friends, siblings, parents, adult children or anyone with district employees’ children, whom we feel currently emotionally safe enough to be genuine. Emotional intimacy grows numbering 22 students. when we feel safe enough to share parts

connection. We exchange texts, emails, instant messages, updates and conversations throughout the day, yet still feel lonely or disconnected. Information isn’t the same as intimacy. Meaningful connection isn’t measured by how much we communicate, but by whether we understand and are emotionally present with one another. Meaningful connections improve our relationships and also support our genering an earlier Research tape of the meeting,toifshow they al well-being. continues don’t hear or see any kind of a response, that the quality of our close relationships then most people I think may tend to influences our emotional health as well think that whatever the comment was, as our physical health. Findings from the was fine,” Price added. Harvard Study of Adult Development Discussing guidelines for closed seshave consistently that people sions, Price noted shown that privacy issues with warm, supportive relationships regarding students, personnel issues tend to be happier, healthier and more and strategic transactions, such as those resilient as they age. The quality of those involving real estate negotiations, are relationships appears to more than appropriate matters tomatter be discussed in the quantity. closed sessions. Price commended the board for their We often think of meaningful conneccompliance with the Act during provition as something thatBrown happens sions, while Superintendent highthose big life moments, butRigby it is more lighted CUSD’s successful often found in the ordinarytrack ones.record. We feel “This past spring, the Santa it in a thoughtful check-in from aBarbara friend County Grand Jury reviewed school or coworker who notices you’reall having a districts day andand theirasks implementation of the difficult how you are doing. Brown Act and we were one of the very A partner who listens without immedifew districts that were found to have no ately offering advice feels supportive and violations,” said Rigby. understanding. These everyday moments View Price’s full presentation at cusd. of feeling seen and understood may seem net/board. small, but over time, they become the building blocks of trust, belonging and In other school board emotional well-being. As I have written about in previous news… articles, we also know that meaningful Board policies connections help regulate our nervous The CUSD Board of Trustees voted to system. Feeling genuinely supported approve and adopt five board and understood can reduce ourpolicies stress and the first readings of updates to three response, making it easier to get through bylaws at its Sept. 9challenges. meeting. Research life’s unavoidable Approved board policies include has linked strong social connections revisions to Board Policy (BP) and Adwith greater emotional resilience and ministrative Regulation (AR) 1240 Volimproved overall well-being. While unteer Assistance regarding mandatory meaningful connections can’t prevent reporting by volunteers subject to the hardship, they can provide a foundation of support that helps us recover, adapt and thrive.

of ourselves and trust that they will be greeted with understanding, care and acceptance ratherofthan It isn’t requirements Thedisapproval. Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.It’s built through built in one moment. Board member Jaime noted many small moments of Diamond showing up for that another “reporter training one over time. is being provided to everybody in an electronic format” Meaningful connection doesn’t and rethat all volunteers, including of quire perfect communicationmembers or perfect the board, are required to complete the relationships. It grows through ordinary training byofOctober andcuriosity, before they can moments attention, empavolunteer in the classrooms. thy and presence. It’s created when we Additional policies approved by the choose to truly listen, to notice and to board include BP 4100 Certificated Perrespond with care. I encourage you to sonnel; BP 4111, 4211 and 4311 Recruitreflect on those people are who help ment andwho Selection; AR 4112 Appointyou feel most like yourself. Who leaves ment and Conditions of Employment; you understood? And just as imand feeling AR 4112.5, 4212.5, 4312.5 Criminal portantly, how might you offer that same Record Check. giftThe to someone else? first readings of bylaws regardalways,and maynotices, this topic inspire ingAsmeetings agenda and curiosity, compassion conversation. meeting materials andand meeting conduct

designed to promote more efficient board meetings werebasic also and approved at the Sept. “The most powerful way to 9 meeting. connect to another person is to listen. Just

listen.” — Rachel Naomi Remen.

Warrants and donations

TheGonzalez board approved warrants in the Vickie has been licensed for almost amount ofan $1,088,032.87 for the period of 20 years as LMFT and currently provides Aug. 7, 2026, through Sept. 3, 2026. counseling, coaching and consulting services. donations included HerApproved private practice is currently onlinethree only. boxes of pencils valued at $100 Gio She specializes in private practice, by includPanizzon to CUSD; a used Selmer flute ing grief loss, addiction/codependency and valued at approximately $40 to Carpinteanxiety disorders. She works with people ria Unified School District music departaround themes of identity and purpose as ment at Carpinteria Middle School by well, primarily with individuals and couples. Andrew Meichtry; and $500 to CarpinCoaching services focusFootball on collaborating teria High School’s programwith by clients on setting and reaching their wellness Connie Clements TTEE. goals, whether those goals are career, relational, financial or personal in nature. On a View the full meeting at CUSD.net/board. personal note, she has lived in Carpinteria all her life and became a therapist to give back to the community.

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Parents contest new residency veriﬁcation software for CUSD students BY JUN STARKEY

The Carpinteria Unified School District (CUSD) adopted a new system for verifying the residency status of district students in June, and district parents have raised several concerns with the new system and its parent company. The CLEAR Proflex software, provided by Thomson Reuters, was purchased by the CUSD Board of Trustees at its June 16 meeting for a monthly fee of $535, to be paid from the general fund. The system does not change how parents submit information regarding proof of residency but provides a resource for school officials to verify the information. The CLEAR software compiles a wide range of data pulled from public records for school officials to reference to verify residency status, including personal data such as addresses, arrest records, household listings, hunting/fishing license registrations and voter registration records; and business data such as business profile records, phones, corporations and Federal Employer Identification Numbers. The system also compiles publicly available data on vehicles, licenses, phones, property, court records and intellectual property. During the June 16 board meeting, CUSD Superintendent Diana Rigby said the program was purchased due to the increase of inaccurate residency information being provided by district parents. “This is a response to the increasing frustration of our office coordinators and registrars, who are working with families to enroll them, and in which they are provided inaccurate residency information, and also, compared to known information, of 30 to 50 families currently that live in Oxnard, Ventura, Ojai, Goleta or Santa Barbara …” Rigby said. “So we’re trying to support the work that is done at the school sites.”

In a statement to Coastal View News, Rigby said, “For community-funded school districts like CUSD, it is imperative that enrolled students meet district residency status to avoid negative fiscal impacts.” At the same June 16 meeting, board member Genette Alcaraz questioned the time frame of re-enrolling students who have been identified as residing outside of CUSD boundaries. “I know the registration is typically due at least one to two weeks before school,” Alcaraz said. “I imagine this very manual process right now is going into the school year, right? So these students … may start school in our district by the time it’s verified or not verified?” Rigby responded, “That may happen, but we’re gonna do the work over the summer.” At the June meeting, Rigby said the district had conflicting information for 30 to 50 families, which needed to be verified. In her Sept. 9 Superintendent Report, Rigby said 86 students had been identified as residing outside the district. Rigby told Coastal View News that families identified as residing out of the district were notified of this fact once district officials received their enrollment information. “Unfortunately, many parents wait until the last week before school to enroll their students,” she said. The CUSD board policies allow interdistrict transfers for students who are children of current CUSD employees, or students who are approved on the basis of an Extraordinary Hardship Exemption, defined in the district’s board policy 5117. The district currently has 22 students enrolled who are children of district employees, and the board approved one interdistrict transfer on the basis of Extraordinary Hardship at its Sept. 9 meeting.

“The terms and conditions of our contract with CLEAR prohibit the redistribution of our data to third parties. We do not add data to the CLEAR system; we only use data out of the CLEAR sources.”

— Superintendent Diana Rigby

Local parent Ashley Smith Fraser questioned the increased intensity for residency veriﬁcation at the Sept. 9 meeting and asked the board to put the policy and its implementation on a future agenda item for discussion. She doubled down on this request in a Letter to the Editor submitted to Coastal View News. Smith Fraser also stated that families were not being informed on the terms of the board policy. “The policy does include protections, such as allowing an already-enrolled student to keep attending class while an appeal is pending,” she stated in her letter. “But families aren’t being clearly told about the investigation process, their appeal rights or this attendance protection.” Several district parents have also voiced their concerns about the CLEAR system, its parent company Thomson Reuters and its relationship with the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In 2021, Thomson Reuters entered into a five-year contract with DHS, which provided ICE officers with data from license plate readers. That contract ended in May 2026. In July of this year, several media outlets reported that ICE would be entering a $125 million exclusive contract

with Thomson Reuters for access to the company’s database to crack down on voter fraud. ICE ultimately pulled out of the deal following public backlash and has since opened up the contract to other bidders. On its website, Thomson Reuters clarified that its previous five-year contract with DHS did not include access to CLEAR databases, only to its License Plate Recognition data. “Regardless, LPR is not capable of tracking real-time locations of a vehicle; it provides access to ad hoc images collected randomly,” the organization stated. “CLEAR does not contain the types of information that law enforcement traditionally need a warrant to obtain, and CLEAR does not include information about an individual’s citizenship or immigration status. In fact, immigration status is not a search field in CLEAR.” In response to concerns about information from the system being distributed to third parties, Rigby reiterated that the CLEAR system does not contain information about an individual’s immigration status. “The terms and conditions of our contract with CLEAR prohibit the redistribution of our data to third parties,” she told Coastal View News. “We do not add data to the CLEAR system; we only use data out of the CLEAR sources.”

Compassionate Care continues to provide free counseling for CUSD students

BY JUN STARKEY

For the past nine years, Compassionate Care of Carpinteria (CCC) has provided group and individual bereavement counseling to students in the Carpinteria Uniﬁed School District (CUSD), free of charge. CCC is an initiative of Hospice of Santa Barbara, and it has been providing services to CUSD since it opened its doors in 2017. Some of these services include one-on-one counseling or group counseling when appropriate, speciﬁcally for students navigating grief or coping with a life-threatening illness. The organization hosts weekly support groups at Carpinteria High School, Carpinteria Middle School and Canalino and Aliso elementary schools, and is available to other students whenever necessary. “I am deeply grateful for our partnership with CCC and for its unwavering commitment to the students and families of Carpinteria. Together, we are helping

ensure that every child who is navigating grief has access to compassionate care, hope and the support they need to heal,” said Superintendent Diana Rigby. “For many of our most vulnerable students, these support groups are life-changing. As they connect with the CCC professional grief counselors and peers who understand what they are experiencing, they begin to see that there is hope and that healing is possible.” David Selberg, CEO of Hospice of Santa Barbara, said all of the counselors have been trained in grief and trauma therapy. Generally, Selberg said, there is one CCC counselor assigned to each school, and they each spend one to two days at their respective school each week. Counselors can also work with families in their homes and connect them with other services. Counselors employ a variety of methods for working with students experiencing grief, Selberg said, depending on their

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“For many of our most vulnerable students, these support groups are life-changing.”

— Superintendent Diana Rigby

age and ability to articulate their feelings. Children often grieve diﬀerently than teens, he said. “Children and teens just want to ﬁt in, and when a death happens, it shakes that up,” Selberg said. Rigby said CCC also provides imme-

diate support for students who have experienced a traumatic loss. “Their ability to respond quickly means they can assist any Carpinteria Unified school in the aftermath of a tragedy, helping students, families and staﬀ begin the healing process together,” she said.

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Carpinteria hosts Day of Remembrance for 9/11 PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON The Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District held a Day of Remembrance on Friday, Sept. 11 at its stations in Carpinteria and Summerland, recognizing the first responders that lost their lives following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This year marks 25 years since the attacks. At each station, the American flag was raised and lowered to half staff. The events took place at Station 61 in Carpinteria, located at 911 Walnut Ave., and Station 62 in Summerland, located at 2372 Lillie Ave.

Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Protection District Fire Chief Dan Stefano

Twila Goodrick played “Amazing Grace” and “Taps” on the bagpipe.

Todd Skupien, Logan Foster, Brendan Ryan and Jacob Joyner

The flag is raised by Brendan Ryan and Jacob Joyner, then lowered to half staff.

Dave Walters was the captain on duty in Carpinteria on 09/11/01.

From left, Carpinteria-Summerland Fire District Fire Chief Dan Stefano, Chief Noah Tunney, Chaplain Bill Gates, Fire Inspector Van Joy and Fire Marshal Mike LoMonaco

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on deck, the festival drew tens of thousands of Avenue between Carpinteria Avenue and Sixth there were 24 food booths, 36 commercial boo nonprofits and 70 bands set up — 24 of whic Avofest before. 17, Festival proceeds also go bac Thursday, September 2026  13 including the Carpinteria Education Foundati Farmers of America. “We used almost a mile of extension cords Lazaro told Coastal View News on Tuesday. “We h lent rapport with the Sheriff and Fire and the ci care of each other here. It’s a well-crafted and co All of our bands play positive music to uplift p The Rancho Santa Cecilia crew sells avocados and dragon fruit.

Avocado Festival seeks volunteers

Individuals, friends, businesses and community groups can lend a hand BY CVN STAFF It takes plenty of hands to put on one of Carpinteria’s biggest weekends of the year, and the California Avocado Festival is looking for volunteers to help make its 40th annual celebration a success. The three-day festival returns to downtown Carpinteria Oct. 2-4, filling Linden Avenue with live music, food, arts and crafts, vendors and, of course, plenty of avocados. But behind the scenes — and sometimes right in the middle of the action — is an army of community volunteers who help keep Avofest running. More than 150 volunteers are recruited each year, according to festival organizers, and signups are now open. Volunteers can choose from several areas, including working in the festival’s beer booths, helping at the merchandise booth and assisting with festival load-in and load-out. Volunteering can be a solo affair or a team sport. Organizers encourage individuals to sign up and meet new people, while groups of friends, coworkers, businesses and community organizations can take on shifts together — turning a few hours of work into a team-building outing in the middle of the festival. For local nonprofits, volunteering can also provide another way to benefit their organizations. Groups seeking consideration for a festival donation are asked to recruit at least six volunteers to complete a four-hour beer-pouring shift. Participating organizations can wear their own shirts during the shift, giving them some added visibility while helping the festival.

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Last year’s merch booth volunteers included, from left, Cathy Willis, Angie Manuel Torres, Bunni Lesh andTorres, Marybeth Carty. The merchTorres, booth volunteers Cathy Willis, Angie Torres, Manuel Bunni Lesh and Marybeth Carty.

Mac Brown with his mom, Melissa, AvoFest Board President.

John Welty, at right, was this year’s Honorary Festival Chair; at left is his son, John Welty Jr.

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From left, Carpinteria High School cheerleaders Alexandra Wheatley, Logan Labistour, Lacey Zimmerman and Luna Miranda sell chips and guacamole.

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A caller reported that his girlfriend’s 27-year-old son had a bad dream and ran out of the house naked and was last seen running towards Summerland. Deputies responded and located a man walking nude on North Jameson near Shefﬁeld. The man claimed he smoked marijuana with friends and wanted to go to the hospital to detox. His mother drove him to the hospital.

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Deputies complaints about to find calm received in that space. They simply an abandoned vehicle parked near Sandfound it, the way children often do when piper Liquor. The vehicle was tagged and we give them room to. marked on Thursday, May 14. The vehicle Watching these small, unscripted mowas checked was not moved. The ments unfold,and children finding exactly vehicle was towed. what they needed in spaces we never fully planned for, brought me tremendous joy. This is exactly what20 we hoped for. Wednesday, May We want every child at CCP, regardless 8:28 p.m. / Meth Possession / 1100 of their background or what they carry block Casitas Pass with them, to have a place where they A man drove into a parking lot not can explore freely and, when they need it, wearing his seatbelt. A trafﬁc stop was retreat quietly. And healing isn’t only for initiated, and he admitted to being in posthe children. Our teachers carry a great session of a meth pipe. During a search deal too, and a beautiful, calm space to of the vehicle, his meth pipe was located, work in is part of what sustains them — but also a baggie with 3.7 grams of meth. it lets them do this hard, important work The subject was cited for the violations. with a little more peace. We have two more yards left to trans10:12 p.m. / Weapon and Dope form, and we hope to complete them Violations / Hales Lane and Viahelp, by the end of this year. With your Real we can. We’re running a buy-a-brick A woman and man were contacted as campaign to raise the remaining $85,000 their vehicle was getting dropped off by needed to finish the job. Every bricka tow truck. The woman is on active probabrings us closer to another quiet corner tion and a search of her property showed for a child who needs one, another patch she had meth, meth pipe and a container of shade wherea healing can happen in its of pepper spray. She is a convicted felon own time and its own way. and prohibited from owning pepper You can visit our website to learn spray.about A baggie wasof found in the more howoftometh be part this story. center console and since no one wanted We hope you’ll join us and we can’t wait to claim the man was given ownership to showit,you the yards when they’re since it was his vehicle. complete.

3:38 a.m. / Dope Violations / 4100 Teresa Alvarez is the executive director of the block Via Real Carpinteria Children’s Project. She has over a A woman and man in afield vehicle decade of experience in thewere nonprofit and a stolen license plate, and reported to awith passion for helping children families. Santawas Barbara Department. A Teresa born inPolice Guanajuato, Mexico, and traffictostop waswith initiated, andatitage was moved the U.S. her parents 2. determined vehicle was student, not stolen, Growing up asthe an undocumented she but was rented a few weeks by the learned the importance of havingago mentors, a woman. She thought the “PERM” on the strong work ethic and the value of education. Arizona license plate meant was only a Teresa holds a bachelor’s degreeitin sociology “permit” the vehicle degree and not actual from UCSBfor and a master’s in an psychololicense plate. So, to avoid getting pulled gy from Antioch Santa Barbara. She currently over, they placed a stolen plateofonAmerica the car, serves on the Future Leaders she said. After a search of nearby board and is a founding member of the motel Santa rooms associated withCircle. the subjects, they, Barbara Latino Giving Teresa loves and the woman’s sister, were cited for to travel, read and chase after her two boys. possession of stolen property, meth and paraphernalia. Further investigation will be done for the fraudulently obtained EBT cards.

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you encounter a person in a wheelchair or walking with a walker, please smile and all can embrace.” say hello sends to thataperson.” A reader halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market. A reader sends a halo to the staff and volunteers at the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Beautiful lady picking up trash in a neighArts Center for producing such an amazing party last Saturday evening for the 25th borhood near the beach. “Thank you! We needatallThe theSpot. help we can get trash A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero “When the keeping roof-top ﬂag anniversary of the organization’s incorporation. “Thanks! The arts center has become picked up inand the lodged neighborhoods ongutter, the beach-side of the tracks.” was twisted in the rain Quintero jumped into action and climbed a vital part of Carpinteria.” up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!” A reader sends a halo to Carpinterians who put out boxes in front of their homes A reader sends a halo to the dog owners of Carpinteria, whose animals are usually full of surplus oranges, avocados, from“It their trees. “Thankwedding, you for sharing your A sends halobehaved. to Emma andetc. Justin. was wonderful great food, soreader friendly andawell “Whenever I go to athe city, I’m appalled by how unabundance.”location and great people! It was moving and wonderful.” spectacular trained the dogs are. Thank you, Carp, for your polite pooches.”

A reader sends sends a halo to to all the at beach community residents. “Thank you for A wentisto my first class thisparking weekA reader reader sendsaahalo halo toNikki LorraineHEAT in La Culinary. Conchita.“I“She always loving and giving in front ofmy your home with your permit.” end with sister, who has been to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this to people that need it and even those that don’t.” girl a TV show, she should be on the Food Network already.” A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria-Summerland Fire Engine 61 crew. “While three years. A reader sends a haloI to the California Department of Fish Wildlife andAfter the visiting Carpinteria, accidentally dropped my iPhone intoand a storm drain. local vet for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame my husband called 911 for guidance, Engine 61 arrived within minutes, opened the reader sendscent a halo to Tomhowever, Sweeney for goingwant out on Avenue to lose oneand ofAthese magnifi I wouldn’t it toElm suffer to a manhole rescued my phonecreatures; — all with kindness and good humor. Thank you by the beach to clean up plastic bottles, bags, dirty gloves and masks. miserable death.” for going above and beyond and giving these Orange County visitors a wonderful memory of Carpinteria!” A reader pitchfork toSwing the new zones. the “no parkA reader sends a halo sends to Billaand Rosana forparking spending their“All Saturday taking ing/two hour”Football. signs just“We made people park in my Seventh photos for Junior Warriors appreciate all you doneighborhood. for our families, playA reader sends a pitchfork to Carpinteria Unified School District for ers and program. Youneighboring rock!” and the streets are a packed parking lot.” using Thomson Reuters CLEAR, an AI software that collects data for background checks, without consent. “A clear violation of the California Areader readersends sendsaahalo pitchfork to thosefor who lied out on their FAFSA and took scholarships A to DJ Hecktic coming early Saturday support Consumer Privacy Law Act (CCPA). 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Thea man was cited, A reader sends pitchfork to the and highhis school “These containing kids deservea whiteare powdery substance underneath vehicleLook was released licensed driver. better. back fivetoora 10 years and the results largely the same, with much of the driver’s seat of his recently the same leadership still in place. High school football only happens oncepurchased for these RECORDS • POSTERS • VINYL ART • THEMED APPAREL & MORE!the vehicle. Thethe man stated he purchased 2:37 a.m.and / Public Intoxication / WALL students, they deserve a program willing to make changes necessary to give vehicle three weeks ago but didn’t find Bailard Avenue them the best opportunity to succeed.” Two men were contacted in a parked the small baggie until he’d removed the truck and both were extremely intoxi- driver’s seat to fix the reclining mechaSubmit Halos & Pitchforks online at coastalview.com cated with open containers of alcohol nism. The incident was documented, and observed in the vehicle. One man was the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara Offi•ce805-318-55O6 property for destruction. not being the most cooperative, but Carpinteria once Sheriff’s Avenue 5285 he was convinced to exit the vehicle, a Mon-Sat: 10am-8pm • Sun: 10am-4pm pat down search of his person was con- Saturday, May 23 ducted. Deputies located a collapsible 5:49 a.m. / Domestic Violence / baton in the man’s front waistband. He 4100 block Via Real was cited and both were released to a Deputies responded to a motel on Via sober friend. Real for a report of a domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, a deputy conFriday, May 22 tacted a man and woman in the parking lot. After contacting both subjects, there 7:41 a.m. / Theft / 5500 block Calle were visible injuries on both parties. Due Arena Deputies responded after a woman re- to conflicting statements regarding their ported her residence was burglarized the mutual altercation and obvious injuries, prior night. The woman stated a cartoon both parties were arrested for corporal of almond milk and tools were taken from injury on a spouse. her garage. She told the reporting deputy that the tools belonged to her daughter’s 10:36 a.m. / Hit and Run / Cameo VINYL, PAPER, & CANVAS boyfriend. The deputy attempted to con- and Casitas Pass roads tact the man via telephone multiple times Deputies responded to a report a of a with no response. The woman stated her black sedan crashing into a parked water garage door was unlocked during the truck. While en route, it was also reported night and is in the process of getting a the male subject driving the sedan fled new lock. She did not have any suspect the scene on foot. Upon arrival, deputies information at the time. 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CARPINTERIA BIZ BUZZ THE BIZZY BEE Two Carpinteria childhood friends are hoping their new company will become a big dill in the booming world of pickleball. Keith Saito and Michael Kubota grew up in Carpinteria, have known each other since childhood and talked for years about someday starting a company together. Now they’ve done it with Sayas, a new pickleball apparel and accessories brand that combines their professional backgrounds with Saito’s passion for the sport. The Carpinteria roots run deep for both partners. Saito’s grandparents moved to Carpinteria in the 1970s. His father, uncle and two aunts attended Carpinteria High School, and Saito moved to town when he was about 6. He attended Kinderkirk, Canalino Elementary, Carpinteria Main School, Carpinteria Middle School and Carpinteria High before moving on to Santa Barbara City College and eventually graduating from Cal State Northridge. Kubota was born and raised in Carpinteria. His grandparents also arrived in town in the 1970s and started a flower farming business. He spent his school years in Carpinteria, left for college and later returned to begin his career as a product designer at Procore. “Our families have known each other for generations, and Michael and I have been close friends since childhood,” Saito said. “We had talked about starting a company together for years.” The idea finally got off the bench after Saito fell hard for pickleball. Already playing four or five times a week and competing in tournaments, he saw both the appeal of the sport and an opening in its rapidly growing marketplace. “People of all ages and athletic abilities can pick up a paddle and have fun their first time on the court,” Saito said. Just as important, he said, was pickleball’s social side. Players can arrive at open play as strangers and leave as friends, and even waits of 30 to 45 minutes between games at busy public courts become opportunities to socialize. “That sense of connection was a big part of what inspired us to start Sayas,” Saito said. The pair researched the market and saw room for a premium pickleball brand emphasizing quality, thoughtful design and durability.

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Michael Kubota, left, and Keith Saito take to the pickleball court in Carpinteria. The childhood friends and Sayas co-founders have turned their shared hometown roots and love of the game into a new pickleball apparel and accessories brand. Even the company’s name traces back to its first product idea. Saito and Kubota initially planned to create a protective sheath for pickleball paddles to guard them against heat and scratches. “Saya” is the Japanese word for a scabbard or sheath for a sword. They built on the word and Sayas was born. The friends also brought complementary skills to the court. Saito, who plays throughout Santa Barbara and Ventura counties and the San Fernando Valley, keeps an eye on what players use, like and complain about. Kubota turns those observations into product concepts and mockups. Saito works with suppliers, manufacturers and shipping, while Kubota focuses on the website, product presentation and digital experience. And they aren’t just slapping a pickleball logo on existing products. The company’s new flagship product, the Rincon Pickleball Backpack, is named for another piece of home: Rincon Beach. The bag incorporates ripstop nylon, YKK zippers and heavy-duty nylon webbing, with a look intended to travel as comfortably to work as it does to the pickleball court. Developing it took months. The pair studied bags ranging from pickleball equipment to hiking, travel and outdoor gear, scrutinizing everything from insulation and stitching to zipper pulls and compartment placement. Multiple prototypes followed. Saito took them to tournaments and regular playing sessions, asked fellow players to try them and brought their feedback back to the drawing board. “We wanted everything to have a

Sayas is serving up a growing lineup of pickleball apparel, including, from left, the Apex Tank Top, Apex Men’s Pickleball Shorts and Foundation Pickleball Crewneck.

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Sayas has plenty more in its court. From left are the Apex Yoga Tank Top, Rincon Backpack and Women’s Pickleball Jacket. purpose and make the bag easier to use,” Kubota said. Sayas is also rolling out its Apex Performance Line, made with moisture-wicking fabrics with UV-resistant properties and designed for comfort and movement on the court. Its Foundation Collection takes a more relaxed approach, with apparel intended to work both around the courts and away from them. The company officially began selling products at the beginning of September, so Saito and Kubota aren’t claiming victory after the opening serve. They said it is too early to draw meaningful conclusions from sales data, although the Linden Cream Hat and Rincon Backpack have emerged as their early bestsellers. Sayas currently ships nationwide, with Southern California remaining its primary market. Instagram has been the company’s biggest source of discovery so far, and its ambassador program has already attracted applications locally and from around the country. The program includes Carpinteria pickleball player Tony Nardiello, and Kubota said the ambassadors are intended to do more than promote merchandise. Sayas wants them providing product feedback, connecting the company with their local pickleball communities and helping shape the young brand. “We want our ambassadors to give us feedback, introduce us to different parts of the pickleball community and help shape how the brand evolves,” Kubota said. The founders know they are entering an increasingly crowded field as compa-

nies chase pickleball’s popularity. Kubota said Sayas hopes to distinguish itself by sweating the small stuff — materials, construction, fit, functionality, durability and design — and by targeting players who want performance without everything they own looking like traditional sports equipment. “We do not want to be known simply as another pickleball brand,” Kubota said. “We want to be known as a brand that is helping push the category forward.” For two first-time business owners, one of the biggest surprises has been how many people have been willing to help them along the way. “Family, friends and people throughout the local community have stepped in to offer advice, share feedback and resources, and even help promote the brand without us asking,” Kubota said. Now Saito and Kubota are thinking well beyond their opening game. They plan to expand Sayas’ pickleball accessories and eventually develop their own paddles. They’re also talking with several local retailers about carrying Sayas accessories, with hopes of gradually expanding into stores around the country. The long-term goal is anything but modest: They want Sayas to become a nationally recognized name in pickleball. For a brand dreamed up by two lifelong friends from Carpinteria — with products named Rincon and Linden already among its early bestsellers — home is clearly still part of the game. Sayas products are available at shopsayas. com. The company can be found on Instagram and TikTok at @sayas.pickleball.

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The Carpinteria Arts Center celebrates 25th year PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center celebrated the 25th anniversary for the nonprofit on Saturday, Sept. 12, hosting an evening of games, crafts, dancing and an unveiling of the latest Teen Mural, which featured glow in the dark elements. This year’s celebration also featured a station where attendees could decorate their own piece of cake. The anniversary celebration also included a large collage shaped like a wave, made up of news clippings going back to the nonprofit’s establishment in 2001. Many of the clippings came from the Artcetera section of Coastal View News. The celebration was capped off with the unveiling of the 2026 Teen Mural, which included a surprise element: glow in the dark paint. The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center is located at 865 Linden Ave.

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M AT T D U N C A N Looney Toons like Bugs Bunny, Sylvester, Elmer Fudd and Wile E. Coyote are funny. They are silly. They are lighthearted and goofy. I had no idea that they, like so many of us, are under the thumb of big corporations — that they’ve been enduring corporate abuse and manipulation for decades. Nor did I know that Looney Toons are deep thinkers and feelers who enjoy bonds of friendship and shared human experience. Now I know. The chief plaintiff in “Coyote vs. Acme” is Wile E. Coyote; the defendant is Acme Corporation. In his quest to catch Road Runner, Coyote has been smashed, bashed, blown up and flattened, sliced and diced. He’s fed up. And his claim is that Acme is responsible. Their stuff is crap; it never works. And its malfunctioning has been on Coyote’s (literal) nerve endings for too long. Coyote consults attorney Kevin Avery (Will Forte). Avery is a very specific kind of personal injury lawyer. He’s a client for cartoons, an ambulance chaser for animated characters. He makes a living suing people for all the piano and anvil drops, random explosions, hammers to the head and whatnot. It’s not much of a living, though. Avery is lazy. And complacent. He’s happy to sue for a few hundred bucks. After all, it’s hard to sue for much more when toons are so resilient — no matter what happens to them, they recover almost immediately. So, when Coyote comes in, Avery’s instinct is to fast track a quick settlement. But Coyote isn’t having it. He’s really pissed. And his complaints are many. As we can all attest, he didn’t get smashed or bashed once or twice — he’s got many, many cases to bring against Acme. Acme is every bit as big and corporate and over-the-top gross as you’d expect from a made-up cartoon corporation. The head of their legal team is Buddy Crane (John Cena). He’s a bully. But he’s also clearly worried about Coyote’s case. Thus the usual Grisham-esque legal dance commences. Coyote vs. Acme, David vs. Goliath. That side of the movie is unoriginal, even cliche. It’s also hard to get too emotionally invested in a fight against harms that, for toons, are both temporary and silly. Other themes are a little more interesting. At various points, Coyote’s plight is implicitly compared to that of Sisyphus, who in Greek mythology was condemned

to push a boulder up a mountain every day, just to have it roll back down. The myth is typically taken to be emblematic of a pointless task. And you could think of Coyote’s relentless pursuit of Road Runner along those lines: Always chasing, never catching. But that’s not the only way to think of it. It may be Sisyphean, in a way, but Coyote doesn’t see it as pointless. He can’t talk, except with signs — which he reminds us are limited in number — so he doesn’t offer us any soliloquies on what makes a task meaningful, but he seems to think that the doing of what he is doing is itself worthwhile. Is there a point to pursuing what you believe in, even if your pursuit is unlikely to succeed? That’s a complex question, and an interesting one, and not one I’d expect to reflect on while watching Wile E. Coyote chase Road Runner. I also wouldn’t expect the interpersonal dynamics between these and other characters to be particularly poignant. After all, one is trying to devour the other. But “Coyote vs. Acme” brings out a more emotionally textured side of the silly toons. It’s also pretty funny, and of course, nostalgic — a pleasant surprise for a movie that could have easily been naught but a canned legal escapade. Most of the original Looney Toons were pretty simple and lighthearted, so it would have been easy for the creators of “Coyote vs. Acme” to stay in that lane. Cheers to them for veering a bit. “Coyote vs. Acme” is rated PG for cartoon violence and some language. Matt Duncan, a former Coastal View News editor, has taken physical but not emotional leave from Carpinteria to be a philosophy professor at Rhode Island College. In his free time from philosophizing, Duncan enjoys chasing his kids around, watching movies and updating his movie review blog, duncansreeldeal.blogspot.com.

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Richard Six poses with “Rainbow Chameleon,” his acrylic and ink piece selected for a Juror’s Choice Award in the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center’s “Echoes In Color” exhibit.

Juror’s Choice award winners announced for “Echoes In Color” exhibit

Richard Six and Karen Ring Mealiffe received the Juror ’s Choice Awards for their work in the “Echoes In Color” exhibit at the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center. Juror Amy Lynn Espina Stanfield chose “Rainbow Chameleon,” Six’s acrylic and ink piece, for its “expressive linework and vibrant palette that represent the inner transforma“Sea Pod,” a high-fire ceramic sculpture tion that occurs from connecting by Karen Ring Mealiffe, received a Juror’s with one another.” Ring Mealiffe’s high-fire Choice Award for its “incredible colors ceramic sculpture, “Sea Pod,” and heavy visual weight.” The piece is on with its “incredible colors and display in the “Echoes In Color” exhibit heavy visual weight” was se- through Sept. 27. lected by Juror Beryl Schwartz. Their work is on display through Sept. 27 during gallery hours, Thursdays through Mondays, noon to 4 p.m.

Sam Herr is Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center’s Volunteer of the Month.

Art Center names Herr August’s Volunteer of the Month

The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center named Sam Herr as Volunteer of the Month for August. “Herr’s mother was an artist with one of the Carpinteria Arts Center’s predecessors, Step One: A Gallery,” stated the arts center in a press release. According to the release, Sam’s kindness, enthusiasm and can-do attitude earned him a Level 1 Membership, a $50 credit towards arts center programs and a Carpinteria Arts Center baseball cap. To volunteer with the arts center, visit carpinteriaartscenter.org/volunteer.

Arts center to host travel night happy hour Sept. 18

The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center invites the public to its free group travel information night happy hour on Friday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. The event will feature a slide show by Premiere World Travel about a 2027 trip to Croatia and Slovenia. Contact kristina@carpinteriaartscenter.org or call (805) 684-7789 for more information. .

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AgeWell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279 Carpinteria Writers’ Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. — noon. carpinterialibrary. org, (805) 684-4314 AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Body Balance Exercise Veterans Memorial Building Meeting Room, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. — noon, agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279 UNA-SB Peace Prize 10th Annual Luncheon Crocodile Restaurant & Bar, 2819 State St. Santa Barbara. 11:30 a.m.

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borhood near beach. “Thank you! We need theSpot. help we can get trash A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero atallThe “When the keeping roof-top flag Members ofthe the American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara met at Manpicked up in the neighborhoods on the beach-side of the tracks.” was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed ning Park sends in Montecito Sept. 13 to kick off the year’s activities. A reader a halo on to Sunday, Seek Health up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!” with a picnic at the forCelebrating naming baby Hannah their firstpark, ever club members shared Scandinavian stories A reader sends atravels halo to Carpinterians who putEllen out boxes front of their and tales of their to Scandinavia. President Zisslerinintroduced newhomes mempatient of the month. “Baby Hannah has full of surplus oranges, avocados, etc. from their trees. “Thank youthe forpotato sharing your A reader sends aand haloattendees to Emma and Justin. “It wasgames, a wonderful wedding, greattoss. food, bers and guests of all ages played including been thriving under Dr. Cervini‘s care abundance.” spectacular location and great people! Itthe was moving and wonderful.” The ASFSB invites the public to save date for its Scandinavian Nordic Holiday and loves her visits.” Auction, Saturday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. Tickets are available at ASFSB.org. A reader reader sends sends aa halo halo to to Nikki all the at beach community residents. “Thank you for A HEAT Culinary. “I went to my first class thisparking weekA reader sends a halo to the considerate in front your home with end withofmy sister, who hasyour been permit.” to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this folks at Brass Bird, especially to those girl a TV show, she should be on the Food Network already.” who keep the restrooms spotless. “It’s A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly FOR SALE a reflection of how you value your custhree years. A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife andhole the Buildable lot on golf course on the 12th tomers.” Girls Carpinteria recently announced local vetInc. forof working diligently to save the Rincon BeachClub bear. “It’s a terrible shame of the Mission Golf Course in Lompoc, .47 plans expand their girl-centered programreader sends a halo to Tomhowever, Sweeney for out Avenue to loseto one ofAthese magnifi cent creatures; I wouldn’t itplans toElm suffer to a acre. Sight plans,going lot &want houseon included. A reader sends a halo County. to Shawn and his ming back toby Ventura the beach to clean up plastic Price bottles, bags, dirty gloves and masks. miserable death.” $ reduction NOW 325,000 Owner will carry crew at are Giovanni’s Pizza for hisasupport “We pleased to welcome new director financing, for qualified buyer. of the Seal Watcher’s annual volunteer of reader partnerships toRosana our adminA reader sends pitchfork toSwing the new zones. the “no parkA sends aand haloexpansion to Billaand forparking spending their“All Saturday taking meeting. “Hetodelivered pizzas to initiative the Amazingpark Opportunity on edgefamilies, of the estuary! istrative team aid with the growth ing/two hour”Football. signs just“We made people in my Seventh photos for Junior Warriors appreciate all you doneighborhood. fortheour playCity Hall, cut up with plates, napkins, theThis large lot with commercial planned andand building partnerships ers program. Youneighboring rock!” throughout and the streets are a packed parking lot.” and even extra cheese. It was very region,” noted Girls Inc. in a press much release. development, residential zoning and utilities at appreciated by the volunteers, who Girls Inc. of aall Carpinteria’s new Director is ready for and your vision.scholarships Ato2nd story A reader sends pitchfork to tho se who liedproperty on their took A reader sends a halo to DJ Hecktic for out earlyFAFSA Saturday morning support give their time and energy in protecting of Partnerships and Expansion Erikacoming Cabralwould away from kids who need it. bring stunning sunset and estuary views. the Junior Warriors. “Itinmade the kids so happy to hear you say their names—you’re our local, known natural brings herinternationally experience community outreach, Call Debbie today @ 805-689-9696 for more aengagement local celebrity to them!” wonder, called the Seal Sanctuary.” and partnership developmentonline toinformation. $1,650,000 Submit Halos & Pitchforks at coastalview.com. the organization. A reader sends aexpands, halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent schools, and Debra HerSweet 1 bdto / of 1editing. bath, loft condo at Sandpiper, A reader sends a will pitchfork All submissions subject “As Girls Inc. Erika playare a vital rick, director of Boys & Girls Club, for removing the toxic Euphorbia fi re sticks from just 1/2 block to the beach. 220 Elm Ave. #10, in to whoever is responsible role in building partnerships that help bring $739,000 the pots and landscape. Carpinteria for leaving a port-o-potty Girls Inc. programming to schools, communisuspended. The man was cited, and his he found a small baggie containing a on Santa Ynez for weeks ty organizations andtoyouth-serving agencies white powdery substance underneath vehicle was released a licensed driver. 2 bd. /1 bath at desirable Beachwalk complex. after the street construction across the region,” according to Girls Inc. the driver’s seat of his recently purchased Light, bright and airy corner unit with balcony was completed. “It’s an Extending its services to• Ventura County RECORDS • POSTERS VINYL WALL ART • THEMED APPAREL & MORE! vehicle. The man stated he purchased the $ 2:37 a.m. / Public Intoxication / eyesore.” closer to its three-yearand garage. 879,000 Contact Leah Wagner @ moves the organization vehicle three weeks ago but didn’t fi nd Bailard Avenue 805-901-6096 Erika Cabral recently joined goal to expand its reach and double its impact the small baggie until he’d removed the Two men were contacted in a parked A reader sends a pitchfork to aInc. neighbor Girls Inc. of Carpinteria as its along the coast.extremely Girls offers menLONG driver’s seat to TERM fix the RENTAL reclining mechatruck“cursed andcentral both were intoxiwho and abused a landscaping new director of partnerships torship, leadership development, college and nism. incident and catedand with open how containers of alcohol 3 bdand /The 2 expansion. bath house was with documented, carport and fenced crew gloated they would all be career readiness, and STEM-based curriculum the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara observed in the vehicle. One man was back yard, in Arbol Verde neighborhood. Pets deported as soon aswith Trump is president. to County, programs serving Sheriff’s Offi property for destruction. $4850 notVentura being the mostthose cooperative, but once girls •ce805-318-55O6 Avenue Carpinteria 5285 considered. month. Available January 1st You don’t know men’s circumfrom ageconvinced 4-24. he was to exit the vehicle, a 10am-4pm 10am-8pm • Sun: Mon-Sat: stances and even those who are working COMING 3 bdnonprofit / 3 bath organization townhome in Inc. of Carpinteria is a member of Girls Inc., aSOON… national pat“Girls down search person was conSaturday, May 23 Delfocuses illegally deserve toofbehis treated respectfully West Ventura in the Paseo Mar complex. that inspires all girls to be strong, smart and bold. Our programming on the ducted. they Deputies located a to collapsible because are contributing the econ$3900a.m. 5:49 / Domestic Violence / monthly development of the whole girl: We deliver life-changing programs and experiences batonand in the man’s front waistband. He omy our community.” 4100 block Via Real designed equip girls to overcome barriers and grow up healthy, educated was citedtoand both were released serious to a VACATION Deputies respondedRENTALS to a motel on Via and independent,” said Girls Inc. in the release. sober friend. A reader sends a pitchfork to the person Downtown Stylish 3 bd./2 full bath Real for a Charmer. report a domestic violence For more information about Girls Inc. of Carpinteria, emailof information@girlsincresponsible holiday banners on down- incident. house in downtown Carpinteria,a available Upon arrival, deputynow! concarp.org or for visit girlsinc-carp.org. Friday, town lightMay poles.22 “A menorah has eight tacted 3 nightaminimum man and woman in the parking candles, not/ Theft seven.”/ 5500 block Calle lot. After and contacting there 7:41 a.m. Charming updated, 1both bd. / 1subjects, bath downstairs were visible injuries on both parties. Arena unit with private patio at Sunset Shores. FallDue & conflweeks ictingavailable: statements regarding their Submit Halos Deputies responded after& a woman re- toWinter ported her residence was burglarized the mutual altercation and obvious injuries, Pitchforks online at DECEMBER Oceanfrontfor 2 bd/2 bath partiesSPECIAL. were arrested corporal prior night. The woman stated a cartoon both $2800 weekly or $4000 for the month. of almond milk and tools were taken from injury on a spouse. coastalview.com. her garage. She told the reporting deputy WEEKLY WINTER SPECIAL subject to 10:36 a.m. / Hit and Run / Cameo thatSubmissions the tools belonged to her daughter’s Carpinteria Shores #307 roads — $1400 for the week boyfriend. Theediting. deputy attempted to con- and Casitas Pass tact the man via telephone multiple times Deputies responded to a report a of a Murphy, Broker with no response. The woman stated her black sedan Debbie crashing into a parked water BrokeritAssociate garage door was unlocked during the truck. WhileKim enFly, route, was also reported Leah Wagner, Realtor night and is in the process of getting a the male subject driving the sedan fled Carolyn Friedman, Realtor new lock. She did not have any suspect the scene on foot. Upon arrival, deputies Heidi & Jim Michener, Vacation Hosts information at the time. The incident was observed the sedan abandoned in the 4850A and CARPINTERIA AVE. middle Cameo Road with major damdocumented, patrol will follow-up Behind Rockwell Cleaners for further details of the stolen items. age to the front right passenger wheel

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The vehicle bound on the northbound off-ramp ofgroup creasingly fractured, community wasthat checked and was nothard moved. The “Tonight was a goodand reminder to and our wins in league are tostands come the needs of children families From left, Ajaatin Forner, James Carovano with Obi, Bonnie Yonker Hammett, Highway Rincon Road. Deputies as our greatest antidote to disconnection. vehicle wassaid. towed. by — especially when we’re the road,” Fredrickson willing to101 step to make a on difference. Max Moore Dude, Vanessa, handler (dog at Rotary checked the with area and unable to inIt’s in the small not actsshown) — a shared meal, a Carpinteria iscommunity now 3-3were overall and Yeti’s 1-0 league play. This idea of has roots in locate the subject. Club of Carpinteria. helping hand — and the large ones, like something fundamental: connection. Wednesday, May 20 Whether it’s a local restaurant providing coming together to advocate for change. 8:28 p.m. / Meth Possession / 1100 2:12 p.m. Narcotics / 4600 block meals for /people experiencing home- When we invest in each other, we make block Pass Cate’s winter sports are starting to heatthe up,world asCasitas thenot Rams soccer and basketball just kinder, but stronger. Carpinteria Avenue lessness, a group of parents pooling A man drove into a parking lotcelenot programs prepare start the bulk their 2024-2025 schedules. As Carpinteria Children’s Project Deputies to narcotic resources toresponded start atoskatepark, oractivity a of local wearing his seatbelt. A traffi c stop was On the soccer fi eld, the Rams are perfect to start the season at 4-0. 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During a St. Bonaventure, Cate’s junior George Marin the continued an search unbewho have embodied community spirBeach non-extraditable, and the striker usAgainst thatbut wewas don’t have to carry our burDeputies James Carl,with Van his O. and Max Moore the skills ofwas their police ofYou theshowcased vehicle, meth lievable scoring season third consecutive hat trick.his Marin fipipe nished the game it. are why we can continue tolocated, create other of Santa Barbara. The woman dens out alone. dogs, including Yeti, Dude and Obi, demonstrating their abilities in drug detection but also a baggie with 3.7 grams of with fivemany goals with from diffnurturing erent teammates. scored meth. three safe, spaces Cate for children and wasFor arrested foroverall, the outstanding warrant families we assists work with four and suspect apprehension. The subject was cited for the violations. more on the way to an 8-0 win. out ofgoals Santa Barbara County. at the Carpinteria Children’s Project, families, and why I continue in this work. Deputy and his German Shepherd, and precision; On Dec. Carl 12isagainst Diego, MarinObi, again proved beagility an elite scorer So,demonstrated let’s showtoup, lend a hand, andwith emcommunity not just Bishop a support system: Moore and his Labrador, Dude,four showcased tracking skills; and Vanessa and her dog, 10:12 p.m. / Weapon and Dope yet another hat trick. Through games this season, the junior has now 15 brace the power of togetherness.scored In doing a lifeline. trauma, for example. 3it’s p.m. / 015FTake / Linden Avenue and Yeti, showed teamwork in action, highlighting thenot vital role these canine teams play Violations / Hales Lane and Via goals by himself. so, we only support one another but Families who experience a traumatic Malibu Drive in In public safety. Real addition to was Marin’s three goals, Cate had the added offenseofofcompassion junior Kiy Barry also create a legacy and event are connected to resources through A black purse found at Linden and A woman and man were contacted as — who scored three goals of his own — along with solo goals from juniors Kamil care for future generations. The world PeRC (Pediatric Resiliency CollaboraMalibu, then booked for safe keeping. The their vehicle dropped off by a Abdul Nafeo and Oliver Charvel. more ofwas thisgetting now than ever before. tive). Through this partnership, I’ve seen needs owner was not contacted. tow but truck. woman is on “Our ense has firing on allpsycylinders, weThe cannot forget theactive hard probawork, how a off network ofbeen pediatricians, tion and a search of her property showed eff ort and endless grind ourleaders midfield and defensive players put in to make this hapTeresa Alvarez is the executive director of the chologists and community band Sunday, May 17 she had meth, a meth pipe and a container pen,” said to Cate coachSanta Jorge Reynoso. Carpinteria Children’s Project. She hasfrom over together address children’s health Friendship Force Barbara club members hosted Romanian visitors 8and p.m. / Trespassing / 3200 block Shein is the aFriendship convicted felon Onemotional the court, Cate picked up its fipepper rst win ofmembers the season with a 53-43Force win aof decade of spray. experience nonprofit field needs, ensuring thatNichols evAug. 25 tobasketball 31. Hosts Peter and Carol welcomed of Via Real and prohibited from owning pepper over the host team Nordhoff in the Nordhoff Tournament. It was a positive end to a and a passion for helping children and famiery child gets support to overcome the club from the Brasov, Romania, at their exotic fruit ranch and explored Carpinteria, A caller who isand renting afamilies home on thelosses spray. A baggie of meth was found in the tough tournament that began with two against Royal (76-50) and Carpinteria lies. Teresa was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, challenges they their face. including local shops, the Chrisman California Islands Center and the beach. Polo Field reported that several people center console and since no one wanted (65-64). and moved to the U.S. with her at Butgroup let’s be honest: community The visited the Hermitage ArtisMuseum, La Purisima Mission, the parents Chumash forced their way her rental home to claim it,early the man given ownership In the win over into Nordhoff theit’s Rams overcame defi cit came back to age two.an Growing upwas asand an more than what we also Museum, Solvang, the give Santa,— Barbara Courthouse and other points of undocumented interest in the and started yelling and insulting her since it she was his vehicle. seal the win decisive the fistudent, nalfriends minutes. was led by junior Josh the importance of having about whatwith weareceive. Raising my area. Aligned with its belief10-0 thatrun “A in world of islearned aCate world of peace,” the FFSB family. Deputies arrived and contacted Butler with 13 points and fi ve rebounds, followed by sophomore Braylin Glomah mentors, a strong work ethic, and the value of kids has been humbling reminder members hostavisitors from visitingthat clubs for free, providing breakfast and local six people, who admitted entering the 3:38 a.m. / Dope Violations / 4100 with 11 points, eight rebounds, two assists and two steals. Senior Marcus Scudder education. Teresa holds a bachelor’s degree in even the most prepared parents can’t do transportation. home after they were directed to come block Via provided aItcrucial spark for Rams withSociology 11 inReal just eight minutes of action. from UCSB a master’s degree it “In alone. takes village, whether recent years,that FFSB hasthe hosted dozens of points international andand domestic clubs and look at the damaged caused by the caller. A woman and man were in a vehicle in psychology from Antioch Santa Barbara. it’s the teacher who understands your our members visited many of those same clubs and others, most recently Brandon, The caller showed cell phone video of She with a stolenserves license reported to currently on plate, the Leaders child’s quirks, who Manitoba, Costa the Ricafriend and the Islelistens of Wight in England,” according to Future a press release the suspects entering the home without Santa Barbara Police Department. A America board and is a founding member without judgment, or the stranger who of sent to Coastal View News. permission and were heard and seen traffic stop was initiated, and it was of the Santa Giving Circle. smiles at you duringof your By sharing routines daily morning life, FFSB members aim Barbara to createLatino cultural encounters yelling at the caller and her family. The Teresa determined vehicle was not stolen, loves tothe travel, and chase after beach walk. and lasting friendships with club members around the world. Forread more information, husband-suspect fled across the Polo but was rented a few weeks ago by the her two boys. At a time when society can feel invisit FriendshipForce.org and FriendshipForceSantaBarbara.org. Field and did not return to the scene. A woman. She thought the “PERM” on the complaint will be forwarded to the DA’s Arizona license plate meant it was only a office for review. “permit” for the vehicle and not an actual license plate. So, to avoid getting pulled 5 p.m. / Open Beer Violation / over, they placed a stolen plate on the car, Linden Avenue and 9th Street she said. After a search of nearby motel A man was cited and released for pos- rooms associated with the subjects, they, session of an open container. and the woman’s sister, were cited for possession of stolen property, meth and paraphernalia. Further investigation will 5 a.m. / Welfare Check / 2100 block be done for the fraudulently obtained Ortega Hill Road A caller reported that his girlfriend’s EBT cards. 27-year-old son had a bad dream and ran out of the house naked and was last seen Thursday, May 21 running towards Summerland. Deputies 8:47 a.m. / Driving with False responded and located a man walking Registration / Carpinteria and Palm nude on North Jameson near Sheffield. The man claimed he smoked marijuana avenues A man was driving with a false regiswith friends and wanted to go to the tration tab. He was cited for the violation hospital to detox. His mother drove him and allowed to park the vehicle at his to the hospital. mechanic shop located nearby.

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THE SEAWITCH SAYS AMY OROZCO Dear Amy O., Sea Witch, please ponder a way to deal with an issue that is becoming more and more frequent. Some of my friends and party buddies have decided to stop drinking alcohol. I admire the decision. Many of my friends do drink, however. So what is the protocol for drinking with people who drink excessively? Do I leave? Do I say something? Signed, Is the Glass Half Full or Half Empty? Dear Is the Glass Half Full or Half Empty?, Good question. Let me ask you one: Do you drink? And when we use “drink,” we’re talking alcohol, right? Oops, that’s two questions. Generally, I say there’s no reason for you to leave unless you want. Also generally, I say you don’t need to say anything unless someone is excessively inebriated with car keys in hand headed for their car or is doing something else dangerous or asinine. Any conversations about drinking habits are best left for later when all involved are sober. Back to my ﬁrst question, what about your drinking? Are you a teetotaler? An occasional drinker, the type to have a sip of Champagne at a wedding and leave the rest? A moderate drinker, the kind who follows the medical establishment’s guidelines? Trying to maintain a hardwon sobriety? If you’re trying to maintain sobriety, I suggest you leave the situation. Immediately. I’d like to point out it’s not okay to drink with someone who shouldn’t be drinking. You don’t have to be a teetotaler, but you could be a good friend by not making your friend’s problem worse. I know someone who enjoys a beer or more every now and then whose adult child struggles with alcohol abuse. When the two are together in alcohol-available settings, the parent abstains, quietly and

without fanfare, to show support and solidarity. Maybe that’s a tactic you’d like to try. Should you do so, your excessively drinking friends may wonder what happened to their good old reliable pub pal and ask you about it. This doesn’t have to be a sticky wicket situation, though most likely it will. All you need to say is “I don’t want a drink” or something similar. It’s your call if you want to go into the hows and whys of your decision, but you don’t have to. You can’t change the behavior of others, but you can change your own, thereby maybe helping a friend or two. Following are some suggestions to consider for creating a situation that doesn’t require asking, “Do I leave?” or “Do I stay?” You could: • order an Arnold Palmer, Shirley Temple, mocktail or any other non-alcoholic drink; • suggest getting together in an alcohol-free setting: a walk on the Bluffs is nice, a coffee shop could do the trick, sitting on the beach is pleasant; and/or • have a sober heart-to-heart talk with your friend to discuss your concerns. I get it. I’m not demanding temperance. For me, it’s really not all fun to be sitting with someone tying one on while I’m nursing an iced tea. Certainly, I have behaved less than admirably in a variety of alcohol-involved settings — lessons learned! Let’s look through a different lens. What if you had a friend whose compulsive spending habits racked up $50,000+ in credit card debt, made foreclosure on their home imminent, had the car repossessed and left you holding a month’s old IOU for $1,500 suggested an afternoon at the track or a retail therapy shopping spree? Would you know what to do in that situation? (And don’t answer “I would suggest we go to a bar instead.”) I hope you would turn down the invitation or come up with a different way to spend time together. It’s a good idea to give these types of situations thought. We need to be clear on our priorities and values first. That’s part of being a good friend. Cheers to you.

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Carl Joos poses with his avocado harvest in 1982, a few years before the California Avocado Festival began its four-decade run in Carpinteria.

Museum talk digs into 40 years of Avofest history The Carpinteria Valley Museum of History will celebrate four decades of “Peace, Love & Guacamole” with a look back at the history of the California Avocado Festival on Friday, Sept. 25. Historian Sara Killen will present “40 Years of Carpinteria’s California Avocado Festival” from 6 to 7 p.m. at the museum, 956 Maple Ave. The talk, which concludes the museum’s 2026 Talk & Talkback Speaker Series, will explore the festival’s origins, how it has evolved over the years and what the annual celebration has come to mean to Carpinteria.

“The festival, known for ‘Peace, Love & Guacamole,’ is one of the largest public events in town each year, brings thousands of visitors to Linden Avenue, and has a decades-long history that should be both fun and surprising for attendees,” Museum Director Jayme Yahr said. The talk is free for museum members and $10 for nonmembers, with tickets available at the door. For more information, call (805) 6843112 or visit carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org/events. — CVN Staﬀ

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Street. Most of Carpinteria’s population attended; some of them, including the Carpinteria Brass Band, were passengers Coastal View News • Carpinteria, California on that first journey. The rest traveled to Santa Barbara by carriage and wagon in order to transport a bounty of chicken, fruit and desserts to the big feast held in honor of the occasion.

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The land surrounding today’s train station has been part of Carpinteria’s story for nearly 140 years — first as a gateway that helped shift the center of town to Linden Avenue, later as a gathering place and transportation hub and today as the site of another community discussion about its future. The stretch of railroad property west of Linden Avenue may look very different today than it did when a Southern Pacific locomotive first steamed into Carpinteria in 1887, but few pieces of land have played such a lasting role in shaping our town. This week, attention is once again focused on the former railroad property as the proposed Surfliner Inn heads to the Carpinteria Planning Commission on Monday, Sept. 21. The hearing is the latest chapter in a story that stretches back nearly 140 years — and even the idea of an inn beside the tracks is now more than a decade old. Former Carpinteria Valley Museum of History Director and Curator David Griggs documented much of that history for Coastal View News in 2012, when a small Southern Pacific Railroad building was rescued from the property and moved temporarily to City Hall. Former CVN history columnist Chris Hecox also explored Carpinteria’s railroad past in her 2003 “Snapshots of Carpinteria” column. Together, their accounts tell the story of a railroad that did much more than carry passengers through town.

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The Daylight train headed for Los Angeles chugs through the Carpinteria stationVALLEY in 1954. Carpinteria sawHISTORY its first CARPINTERIA MUSEUM OF train come to town on Aug. 19, 1887. In the early days of train service, a tug on the cord prompted the engineer The train headed for Los Angeles chugs throughas the Carpinteria to stopDaylight anywhere along the route. Pick ups happened along the way too. In “Carpinteria it Was,” Jayne Craven Caldwell quoted Ed Braley as saying, “You could go to any main crossroad at the railroad tracks, hold 19, up your station in 1954. Carpinteria saw its first train come to town on Aug. hand as a signal and the local train running between Santa Barbara and Oxnard would stop for you.”

1887. In the early days of train service, a tug on the cord prompted the ly between Carpinteria and Santa Barbara larger world. In 1901, Southern Pacific passengers could signal a local train at a engineer to stop anywhere along the route. Pick ups happened along the completed the 125-mile gap between Go- main railroad crossing and have it stop for a fare of 75 cents. leta it andWas,” Santa Margarita, opening direct for them. way too. In “Carpinteria as Jayne Craven Caldwell quoted Ed rail service from Carpinteria and Santa The depot a “You could go to any main crossroad at the railroad Braley asbecomes saying, Barbara to San Francisco. The end of the old depot A railroad — and a new gathering place Hecox recorded another glimpse of and trucks eventually tracks, your handwhat asraila travel signal and the local Automobiles train running between The stationhold quicklyup became more than center of town meant locally through changed the railroad’s role in Carpinteria. a place to catch a train. Southern Pacific began building a Santa Barbara and Oxnard would stop forMary you.” longtime Carpinteria resident Alice As automobile use increased, pasCarpinterians routinely rode into branch line from Saugus through the

Santa Clara Valley toward Ventura in 1886. According to Griggs’ timeline, H. J. Laughlin, who was building the White Sulphur Springs Hotel on Linden Avenue, offered Southern Pacific land on Linden at no cost. The decision proved consequential: Commercial activity increasingly developed along Linden Avenue. Hecox provided more detail about that pivotal decision. Early plans called for the depot to be built on Russell Heath’s property in “Old Town,” along the western stretch of Carpinteria Avenue. Laughlin recognized the advantage of having the railroad near his hotel and offered Southern Pacific free land a few blocks away. He also persuaded L. B. Hogue to provide additional nearby property. The result, Hecox wrote, was a shift in Carpinteria’s commercial center toward Linden Avenue and away from Carpinteria Avenue and the Santa Monica Road area. Southern Pacific completed the Carpinteria depot in 1887 at a cost of $6,000. On July 1 of that year, the first train arrived from Ventura. The event was apparently too important for school: Children were dismissed so they could join other residents gathered at the station to watch history arrive. The tracks reached Santa Barbara soon afterward. On Aug. 19, 1887, a train decorated with flags and garlands carried Carpinterians north for a massive celebration. Hecox wrote that businesses and schools in Santa Barbara closed for the “Jubilee,” while Carpinterians — including members of the Carpinteria Brass Band — joined the inaugural trip. Others traveled by carriage and wagon, bringing chicken, fruit and desserts for the feast. By 1888, trains were running twice dai-

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Santa Barbara on Saturdays to shop and visit, according to Hecox. On Sunday afternoons, residents gathered at the station simply to watch the train arrive and socialize. Tina Cadwell Rodriguez, quoted in Griggs’ 2012 timeline, remembered the depot’s social role: “People would go and meet the train whether they were going someplace or not. The depot was a great gathering place.” The railroad also connected the small agricultural community with a much

Coffman, who remembered taking the train south to UCLA during World War II. After visits home, her father would put her aboard in Carpinteria at 1 or 1:30 in the morning. He asked the conductor to watch out for her, and she slept until being awakened near Glendale around 7:30 a.m. There was once an informality to local train travel that seems almost unimaginable today. In the caption accompanying Hecox’s column, historian Jayne Craven Caldwell was cited recalling that

senger traffic declined. Freight business also suffered as agricultural products increasingly moved by truck. Carpinteria became a “flag” stop, with trains stopping only when signaled for passengers or freight. At 5 p.m. on Sept. 18, 1958, the Carpinteria depot closed for the final time. The building remained beside the tracks for nearly another decade. On March 23, 1967, the 80-year-old depot — which Griggs described as the oldest business building in town — was demol-

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A small Southern Pacific Railroad building makes its way east on Carpinteria Avenue on May 10, 2012, bound for a temporary home at City Hall. The historic structure was later restored and moved to the Carpinteria Community Garden, where it remains today.

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Carpinteria railroad timeline 1886 — Southern Pacific begins constructing a branch line from Saugus through the Santa Clara Valley toward Ventura. H. J. Laughlin offers railroad property on Linden Avenue at no cost, helping shift Carpinteria’s commercial center toward Linden. 1887 — Southern Pacific completes the Carpinteria depot for $6,000. July 1, 1887 — The first train arrives in Carpinteria from Ventura. Local schools close so children can witness the event. Aug. 19, 1887 — The completed line reaches Santa Barbara. Carpinterians ride the decorated inaugural train north for a large celebration, parade and picnic.

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This photo shows the Southern Pacific Railroad depot in Carpinteria in 1958 before it was razed. It was originally constructed in 1887 at a cost of $6,000 on land donated by H. J. Laughlin. ished in a matter of hours. Passenger service would not return for nearly 40 years. On June 22, 1997, the Amtrak San Diegan began making four daily stops in Carpinteria. A grand opening and dedication for the new Carpinteria station followed on July 12. In an echo of the Brass Band that had joined the railroad celebration 110 years earlier, the Carpinteria Municipal Band played at the dedication.

importance to the agricultural valley. The building eventually returned to the former railroad property as part of the Carpinteria Community Garden, where it remains today.

From railroad property to inn proposal

By 2016, another idea for the former railroad property had emerged. At the Carpinteria City Council’s annual work meeting on Jan. 23, 2016, thenParks and Recreation Director Matt RobOne little building survives erts presented a concept for developing The original depot was gone, but an- a portion of the Amtrak station parking other remnant of the Southern Pacific era lot with a two-story, 30-room boutique remained on the railroad property. hotel and restaurant. The city envisioned For decades, a small yellow railroad leasing the property to a hotel operator, building stood beside the tracks between with revenue coming from transient ocMaple and Walnut avenues. When Griggs cupancy taxes, sales and lease payments. wrote about it in 2012, several Carpinteria The conceptual rendering published by residents then in their 90s remembered CVN that year looks markedly different the structure as “having always been from the Surfliner Inn proposed today. there.” The 2016 version showed a two-story The petite structure featured archi- building bordering Linden Avenue, Fifth tectural details and building materials Street and the railroad tracks, with a By Lea Boyd characteristic of the late 19th century. restaurant and some rooms overlooking Griggs advocated for preserving it as the the ocean. Then-Community Developcity considered acquiring former railroad ment Director Steve Goggia described property west of Linden Avenue. one of the attractions of the concept as On May 10, 2012, the building, gifted giving visitors “the opportunity to come to the city by Baker Bradford Holdings, by train and not have a car and stay in was lifted from its longtime location and our community.” hauled to a temporary home at City Hall. The hotel was also envisioned as one The plan was to rehabilitate it for use on piece of a larger plan for former Union future city parkland, where signage could Pacific property the city had acquired. help tell the story of the railroad and its Conceptual plans called for replacing

1888 — Two trains a day run between Carpinteria and Santa Barbara. Fare: 75 cents. April 2, 1901 — Southern Pacific completes the rail gap between Goleta and Santa Margarita, providing direct service to San Francisco.

parking displaced by the hotel with a new lot on the opposite side of the tracks between Linden and Elm avenues, along with a bicycle and pedestrian trail extendSept. 18, 1958 — The Carpinteria ing toward Holly Avenue. A pedestrian depot closes as passenger traffic railroad undercrossing at Holly Avenue declines and trucking increasingly was another long-range goal. replaces rail freight. And another project was already moving forward: the Carpinteria Community Garden. Plans called for 32 raised March 23, 1967 — The 80-year-old planting beds, an outdoor classroom and Carpinteria depot is demolished. a garden center incorporating the little Southern Pacific building that had been June 22, 1997 — Passenger rail saved four years earlier. service returns to Carpinteria with A decade later, the details of the hotel four daily Amtrak San Diegan stops. proposal have evolved considerably, but the idea of an inn beside Carpinteria’s July 12, 1997 — A grand opening train station has remained. and dedication celebrates the new Coastal News • Carpinteria, California Now, nearly View 140 years after Southern Amtrak California Carpinteria StaPacific’s arrival helped shift the center tion. of Carpinteria toward Linden Avenue — and more than 10 years after the city first May 10, 2012 — A surviving Southpublicly discussed an inn on the property ern Pacific railroad building is — the future of the land is again before moved from its longtime location the community. The current Surfliner between Maple and Walnut avenues Inn proposal is scheduled to go before to City Hall for preservation and the Carpinteria Planning Commission rehabilitation. It would later find a on Sept. 21. home at the Community Garden. The trains, meanwhile, still roll through. Passengers still board and step off within sight of Linden Avenue. And 2016 — At its Jan. 23 annual work the little railroad building at the Commumeeting, the Carpinteria City Counnity Garden stands nearby as a reminder cil hears a concept for developing that this piece of Carpinteria has been part of the Amtrak station parking lot changing — and changing Carpinteria with a two-story, 30-room boutique — since 1887. hotel and restaurant. The proposal

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is part of broader planning for former Union Pacific property, including additional parking, a bicycle and pedestrian trail and a railroad undercrossing. 2016 — Plans move forward for the Carpinteria Community Garden on former Union Pacific property purchased by the city in 2012. The garden is designed to incorporate the small historic Southern Pacific building preserved four years earlier.

2026 — Ten years after the city publicly presented an inn concept for the railroad property, the current Surfliner Inn proposal is scheduled for consideration by the Carpinteria Planning Commission on Sept. 21.

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Carpinterians got their first look at the Surfliner Inn proposal in 2016, when city officials presented a concept for a two-story, 30-room hotel and restaurant on a portion of the Amtrak station parking lot. The proposal has evolved considerably in the decade since.

Timeline adapted from information supplied by then-Carpinteria Valley Museum of History Director and Curator David Griggs and published in CVN on May 31, 2012.

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The subject on41 Toast topper 3 Dwelling in a 39 Usual choice, contents ober. the residence to drop off his sister’s son. was arrested and charged with prowling. ons. 42 Bit of physics park, often informally 54 Waikiki's island done, The RP advised the child’s grandmother y is 4 Award 40 Late-game 55 Manner eting and 43 Votes into office has an active restraining order against the 1613 hrs / Incident / “Thunderbowl” CARpINTERIA VALLEy MuSEuM OF HISTORy A deputy noticed a man urinating in 45 Speech opener, 5 Former SNL pitcher 57 Exploits worsuspect. This was a violation of the R/O we Elizabeth Cravens had no shortage of workers for their 130-acre Carpinteria public next to the cul-de-sac of Carpinoften actor Jay 42 Full-price payer 59 Washington's bill arms. as the suspect must be 150 yards away but CArPInTerIA VALLey MuSeuM of HISTory teria Avenue. The man entered a vehicle 6 Came up 44 Singer k.d. 60 Dentists' org. , we you 47 Painter of meltfrom the grandmother. with no front plate and drove away. He ing watches 7 Tire support 46 Deep divides into her. es and family. In all, Thomas and Elizabeth Descendants of Thomas and Elizabeth was subsequently stopped and cited for 48 Iroquoian people 8 Mother rabbit child, nolo Monday, Sept. 7 raised 11 children. still live in Carpinteria today. public urination. 50 Weeper of myth 9 Established nbut you Answers to Previous Crossword: propThomas’ local influence expanded as 0412 hrs / Violation / Dump Road Mogadishu 10 Monty Python nttle the 53 ravens well. By the time he died at age 60, he had P ToOlearn more about Carpinteria’s unique and A vehicle was stopped for a broken N D P A C E I R I S H 2042 hrs / Violation / 5600 resident member ure served on the school board, on the County A interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley license plate light. 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______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as A JACK OF ALL TRADES at 27 W ANAPAMU STREET #197, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. Full name of registrant(s): R&C JOAT LLC at SAME ADDRESS AS ABOVE. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. This statement was filed with the County on 08/26/2026. The registrant began transacting business on February 18, 2026. Signed: JAMES F BELTRAN, OWNER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002160.

Publish: September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/ are doing business as BROKER BY THE SEA at 1126 FLAX DRIVE, ORCUTT, CA 93455. Full name of registrant(s): KRISTIANN E WIGHTMAN at 5142 HOLLISTER AVE. #278, SANTA BARBARA,CA 93111. This business is conducted by an Individual. This statement was filed with the County on 08/31/2026. The registrant began transacting business on August 31, 2021. Signed: KRISTIANN E WIGHTMAN, OWNER/BROKER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002183. Publish: September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as 1610 MONTECITO GARAGE at 1610 EAST VALLEY ROAD, MONTECITO, CA 92108. Full name of registrant(s): 1610 MONTECITO GARAGE LLC at SAME ADDRESS AS ABOVE. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. This statement was filed with the County on 08/26/2026. The registrant began transacting business on August 14, 2026. Signed: BRIAN MILOSAVLJEVIC, OWNER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002160. Publish: September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as COMPASSIONATE SENIOR PLACEMENT at 5305 8TH ST APT B, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013. Full name of registrant(s): DEBRA KATHLEEN HAHN at P O BOX 357, CARPINTERIA, CA 93014. This business is conducted by an Individual. This statement was filed with the County on 09/04/2026. The registrant began transacting business on Oct 03, 2011. Signed: DEBRA KATHLEEN HAHN OWNER/OFFICER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002238. Publish: September 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 2026

______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as (1) THE HIVE (2) THE HIVE SOLVANG at 1693 COPENHAGEN DR, SOLVANG, CA 93463-2734. Full name of registrant(s): GNZ GROUP INC at 1678 EUCALYPTUS DR UNIT C, SOLVANG, CA 93463-2170. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This statement was filed with the County on 09/03/2026. The registrant began transacting business on Sept 01, 2026. Signed: GUY ELCHAYANI, OWNER/PRESIDENT. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002227. Publish: September 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as THUIS ORGANIC DESIGNS at 3908 FOOTHILL RD. CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 Full name of registrant(s): MAXIMUM NURSERY, INC. at 3908 FOOTHILL RD. CARPINTERIA, CA 93013. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This statement was filed with the County on 08/26/2026. The registrant began transacting business on N/A. Signed: WINFRED VAN WINGERDEN, PRESIDENT. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002167. Publish: September 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as DAILEY ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY OFFICE at 6900 HOLLISTER AVENUE, SUITE 102, GOLETA, CA 93117. Full name of registrant(s): FERRIS DENTAL PC.at SAME ADDRESS AS ABOVE. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This statement was filed with the County on 09/04/2026. The registrant began transacting business on JULY 14, 2026. Signed: ANDREW A FERRIS, PRESIDENT. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002234. Publish: September 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 2026 ______________________________ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as ASTREA at 500 MAPLE AVE, STE 4, CARPINTERIA, AVE, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013. Full name of registrant(s): STUDIO LUMINOUS LLC at SAME ADDRESS AS ABOVE. This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company. This statement was filed with the County on 09/01/2026. The registrant began transacting business on N/A. Signed: JASHA STANBERRY, MANAGER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2026-0002203. Publish: September 17, 24, Oct.1, 8, 2026

________________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space’s lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 6250 Via Real Carpinteria, CA 93013 on October 6, 2026, at 10:00AM Leslie Smithers Anna Gonzales 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 Publish: September 17, 2026 ________________________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF SANDRA RODRIGUEZ ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NO. 26CV05188 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioners: SANDRA RODRIGUEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ESTEBAN MANUEL VILLA Proposed name: ESTEBAN MANUEL RODRIGUEZ 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 include 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 OCTOBER 19, 2026 at 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. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Carpinteria-Summerland Coastal View a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for the hearing on the petition. Dated 08/25/2026 by Colleen Stone, Judge of the Superior Court. FILED BY the Superior Court of California County of Santa Barbara on 08/25/2026. Angela Braun, Executive Officer by Baksh, Narzrallii, Deputy Clerk. Publish: September 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026 ________________________________ IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF HEATHER ALFORD TODD AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE NO. 26CV03325 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioners: HEATHER ALFORD TODD aka HEATHER JOY ALFORD filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: HEATHER ALFORD TODD aka HEATHER JOY ALFORD

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CITY OF CARPINTERIA 5775 CARPINTERIA AVENUE CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 (805)684-5405 / www.carpinteriaca.gov NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CARPINTERIA PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, SEPT. 21, 2026 at 7:00PM Notice is hereby given that the City of Carpinteria Planning Commission will hold a special meeting at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, September 21, 2026 to consider the following item: Agenda Item No. 1 Project: Surfliner Inn, Project 23-2254DP/CUP/CDP/ARB Address: 399 & 499 Linden Avenue APNs: 004-105-011 & 004-105-026. Applicant: R. W. Hollis, Jr., Manager, 499 Linden Managers, LLC Planner: Mindy Fogg mindyf@carpinteriaca.gov Request of R. W. Hollis, Jr., Manager, 499 Linden Managers, LLC, to consider Project 23-2254-DP/CUP/CDP/ARB (application filed September 13, 2023) for approval of a Development Plan, a Coastal Development Permit, and a Conditional Use Permit; and to certify the Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse No. 2025051396) pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. The Project would permit construction of a new 36-room hotel with a manager’s unit, café, and visitor center at 499 Linden Avenue (City Parking Lot #3), and construction of a new surface public parking lot on the vacant City-owned lot between the Union Pacific Railroad corridor to the north and The Spot restaurant and unpaved parking area to the south (“Parking Lot #4”). The proposed hotel would be located nearest the Linden Avenue/Fifth Street intersection with the remainder of the parcel consisting of parking spaces. The new public parking lot (Parking Lot #4) would include public restrooms and coastal trail improvements, and would have inbound-only access through a relocated driveway on Linden Avenue and outbound-only access through Elm Avenue to Dorrance Way. The proposed Final EIR and all documents referenced therein may be reviewed on the project website at https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/community-development/linden-inn-project/ or using the QR code above. A hardcopy of the EIR without appendices is available for review at City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria or at the Carpinteria Public Library, 5141 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria. The full agenda and associated staff report will be available on Thursday, September 17, 2026 on the City’s Website here: https://carpinteriaca.gov/ city-hall/agendas-meetings/. Details and procedures on how to provide public comment and participate in the meeting are available on the posted agenda at https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings/. Note: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Community Development by email at lorenae@ carpinteriaca.gov or by phone at (805) 755-4410, or the California Relay Service at (866) 735-2929. Notification two business days prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for accessibility to this meeting.

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Proposed name: HEATHER JADE ALFORD

Publish: September 17, 2026

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 include 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.

T.S. No.: 2025-01104 APN: 003-552034 Property Address: 1341 June Street, Carpinteria, California 93013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/4/2023. 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 PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Adela Rodriguez, An Unmarried Woman Duly Appointed Trustee: Sokolof Remtulla Recorded 1/12/2023 as Instrument No. 2023-0000844 in book --, page -- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, Date of Sale: 10/14/2026 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the county courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,164,085.21 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1341 June Street Carpinteria, California 93013 A.P.N.: 003-552-034 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common

NOTICE OF HEARING OCTOBER 21, 2026 at 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. A copy of this order to Show Cause shall be published in the Carpinteria-Summerland Coastal View a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county, at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for the hearing on the petition. Dated 09/02/2026 by Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court. FILED BY the Superior Court of California County of Santa Barbara on 09/02/2026. Angela Braun, Executive Officer by Chavez, Terri, Deputy Clerk. Publish: September 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 2026

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Coastal View News • Carpinteria, California designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. No Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale shall be issued or authorized for recording unless and until the foreclosure trustee has received all required federal reporting certifications or verified that the transferee qualifies for an applicable exemption. 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 call (916) 939-0772 or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com using the file number assigned to this case 2025-01104. 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 TENANTS: 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 (916) 939-0772 or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com using the file number assigned to this case 2025-01104 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. Please make cashier’s checks payable to Sokolof Remtulla LLP Date: 9/3/2026 Sokolof Remtulla 2301 Dupont Drive, Suite 500 Irvine, CA 92612 Sale Line: (916) 939-0772 Trustee Line: 888-522-6214 Kassidy O’Neal, Foreclosure Specialist NPP0494170 Publish: September 17, 24, Oct. 1, 2026

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Warriors volleyball ﬁnds success at Fall Classic Carpinteria girls volleyball has won nine of its last 10 matches

BY RYAN P. CRUZ Carpinteria girls volleyball is in true midseason form. After starting out the season slow with four losses, the Warriors have turned it around, winning nine out of their last 10 matches, including three out of four games at the annual Fall Classic tournament last weekend. Before the tournament weekend, the Warriors picked up a win in their first Citrus Coast League match of the year on Sept. 10 against the Fillmore Flashes. Carpinteria was on a four-game win streak heading into the matchup with Fillmore, and the Warriors needed to work hard to edge out the Flashes in a five-set thriller on the road on one of the hottest days of the year. Fillmore picked up the first set 25-20, before the Warriors roared back to take the lead by slim margins in both the second (25-23) and third set (also 25-23). The Flashes evened the match at two sets apiece after taking the fourth set, 25-18, leading to a final sudden death set, which the Warriors won by a score of 15-18. Senior Cora Nimmons led the way in the five-set win, with 33 digs and 18 kills. Libero Samantha Sanchez kept the team competitive with 33 digs of her own, while Harper Rowbottom helped the offense with 12 kills. “With each game our rhythm and camaraderie is getting stronger,” said Carpinteria coach Evan Rowbottom “I am so proud of the girls for playing in those temperatures, and they were really excited to win our first league match.”

Warriors senior Leona McClellan helped her team win three of four games at the Fall Classic. Two days later, the Warriors were back in their home gym to host the Carpinteria Fall Classic tournament. Carpinteria played two games in the ﬁrst round of the tournament, winning both and extending the Warriors’ win streak to seven straight.

The Warriors pulled out victories over Pioneer Valley and Santa Clara, earning a spot in the championship bracket alongside Pacifica, Channel Islands and the tournament newcomers, Moorpark. During the third game of the tournament, the Warriors suffered their first loss in over three weeks, falling to Pacifica in a two-set sweep (all tournament games were the first to win two sets). The Warriors recovered quickly, winning the consolation match against Channel Islands to take third place overall in the tournament. Moorpark, in its first time at the Fall Classic, took the championship. Despite the loss, the Warriors had a great showing, and two Carpinteria players — Nimmons and Evelyn Aviles — were selected to the All Tournament team. “Every single one of our girls played hard, and despite the heat and minimal breaks, they showed up for every set,” coach Rowbottom said. “This annual tournament is a great way to play teams that are not in our league, and every team brought their best and gave us different

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challenges to work against.” Carpinteria was back in action for another league game on the road against Hueneme on Sept. 15. The Warriors got right back into rhythm, taking three of four sets to take the match win and notching their second Citrus Coast League win of the year. The win also marked Carpinteria’s ninth win in the last nine matches, including tournament play. Nimmons continues to be a force for the Warriors, delivering 22 digs and 19 kills in the league win over Hueneme. Aviles added 17 digs in the defense-heavy game, while senior Leona McClellan had a balanced performance with 13 digs and six serving aces. “This was hands-down a defensive match,” coach Rowbottom said. “The Vikings are a great defensive team and the fourth set showed it! The crowds were loud and the energy was high!” Carpinteria will now prepare for its next league matchup this week, at home against Santa Paula

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*Carpinteria Girls Volleyball vs Santa Paula, 6 p.m.

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*Carpinteria Girls Tennis vs Nordhoff, 3:30 p.m. Carpinteria Boys Water Polo at Nordhoff, 3:45 p.m. Carpinteria Football at Fillmore, 7 p.m. ROSANA SWING

Vicky Martinez keeps the ball alive during the annual Carpinteria Fall Classic.

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Carpinteria Cross Country at Ojai Invitational, 9 a.m.

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Chris Reed seems to always find a way to score early for the Warriors.

Warriors water polo wins two of last three

Carpinteria boys water polo won two of its last three matches, including the Citrus Coast League opener at home against the Hueneme Vikings on Sept. 9. The Warriors got on the scoreboard quickly against Hueneme, with senior Chris Reed finding the back of the net early in the first quarter. Senior Oscar de Leon earned an ejection later in the first quarter and assisted in a goal scored by junior Luke Donahue. Carpinteria’s senior goaltender Stefano Piccoletti was as strong as ever, stopping potential Hueneme scoring attacks and keeping the Vikings to just one goal through the entire game. The Warriors pulled away with a final score of 16-1. The Warriors’ defense was also anchored by Cade McCallister, who finished with five steals; and Donahue, who had a pair of steals, a pair of assists and a field block. The next day, Carpinteria kept the winning momentum in another home match, this one against non-league opponent Agoura. Again, Reed opened up the scoring with a goal in the opening minutes, followed by another early goal from Ryder Shaw. But Agoura battled back, answering each Carpinteria score and sending the game into halftime tied 4-4. The teams traded goals through the third quarter, with Reed converting on an exclusion and McCallister scoring a goal to put the Warriors up by one heading into the fourth quarter. In the fourth, the Warriors locked down on defense, creating turnovers and then putting the pressure on offense and scoring four goals while allowing Hueneme to score just one. Carpinteria closed out the win with a final score of 12-8. The Warriors’ defense shined again, with Piccoletti blocking seven shots, getting a steal and assisting on two goals. Donahue added two steals of his own, and the Carpinteria defense finished with an impressive 17 front-court steals. “Our boys can see the progress from today’s game compared to our first tournament, and collectively, they should be proud,” said Carpinteria coach Russell Russo. “We made measurable gains in our front-court defense. We still have plenty of work ahead of us, but this group is coming together as a unit.” Carpinteria had a tougher time in its next match on the road against Santa Ynez on Sept. 15. In this low-scoring match, the Warriors fell just short with Santa Ynez taking the win 9-7. Carpinteria had some high points in the loss, with both McCallister and Shaw scoring multiple goals, and Piccoletti finishing with nine blocks and seven steals. “The Warriors continued to create quality opportunities on offense while maintaining a well-organized defensive rotation,” coach Russo said. “Despite multiple strong attempts on goal, the Warriors’ defense broke down during the final two minutes, allowing Santa Ynez to pull away.” Carpinteria will be back at its home pool this week to face Villanova Prep, before preparing for its next league match against Nordhoff.

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Caroline Cooney has been a bright point in doubles, earning sweeps in both of Carpinteria’s latest matches.

claw our way back if we are behind.” The Warriors had a similarly difficult time against Simi Valley on Sept. 15. Carpinteria battled through the match, but ultimately Simi Valley came away on top 11-7. “We just can’t seem to get over the hump although we are competing and fighting hard each match,” Bryant said. The doubles duo of Banks and Cooney finished unbeaten again, with another 3-0 sweep, while Alcaraz finished with two wins in three sets in singles. “Overall, our spirits are still positive,” coach Bryant said. “The girls know we are close and they know that most matches down the road will be just as close. We need to improve our mindset and fight for each game, which can flip a few sets in our favor. If we are able to do that, we can turn our season around.” The Warriors are now 1-4 this season, with a matchup coming up against Villanova followed by the start of league play.

Carpinteria tennis drops close matches

Carpinteria girls tennis suffered two close losses in its most recent matches, dropping a match to St. Bonaventure on Sept. 10 and falling in a match to Simi Valley on Sept. 15. The Warriors nearly staged a comeback against St. Bonaventure, tying up the score in sets at 9-9 but ultimately losing in the number of games won, 73-66. Despite the loss, the Warriors showed promise throughout the day, with the duo of Emily Banks and Caroline Cooney remaining unbeaten on the year with yet another 3-0 sweep. The duo of Ariana Cruz and Cailyn Gillen won two of three sets, while the duo of Yoselyn Aguirre and Sarai Mora contributed a win in their one set together. In singles, Aubrey Alcaraz battled through challenging sets and finished with a 3-0 sweep. “None of her sets were easy, but she showed her maturity and mental strength to pull them out,” said Carpinteria coach Charles Bryant. “Each of their singles players had different styles so Aubrey had to reset each set and get into a new groove.” Coach Bryant said he hopes his team can clean up some of the small mistakes and unforced errors as the season progresses. “I don’t think we were our sharpest today as we made a lot of simple mistakes, but I do know the girls learned that each game matters and to fight for those games whether we are winning or losing in the set,” Bryant said. “It is better to realize it now versus in a league match. We need to close out sets better and to scratch and

Carpinteria’s runners celebrate earning medals at the Moorpark Invitational.

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Carpinteria runners compete in Moorpark

Carpinteria’s boys and girls cross country teams traveled south to compete in the Moorpark Invitational on Friday, Sept. 11, where the runners battled 90-degree heat to come away with successful results. At least a dozen Warriors runners earned medals by finishing in the top 30 in their respective divisions. The top finisher for the Warriors was senior Jaqueline Guadian, who took seventh overall in the girls 12th grade race. Fellow senior Vicky Martinez, who also plays for the Warriors volleyball team, earned a medal with a 20th-place finish. Junior Mila Martins medaled at 14th place in the girls 11th grade division, and two Carpinteria runners — Belen MacMurray and Penelope Rowe — earned medals in the sophomore race. Seniors Max Soto, Jaiden Ambriz and Christian Dominguez earned places in the top 30 in the boys senior division. Juniors Ronnie Rosales-Bui and Brody Prozzebon

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medaled in the 11th grade division, while sophomores Liam Killen and Christian Hernandez Ortiz medaled in the 10th grade race. “Our teams raced well against some of the top teams from the Conejo Valley. The kids were tough as nails today,” said Carpinteria coach Angel Silva. “They handled the heat and pushed the pace from start to finish.” Carpinteria cross country will now prepare for the Ojai Invitational this weekend, followed by the first Citrus Coast League cluster meet of the year at Santa Paula Creek Sports Park on Sept. 29.

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Warriors girls golf tees off with new coach

Carpinteria girls golf competed in its first head-to-head match of the year under new head coach Jerry Dahill. The Warriors faced off against Santa Barbara High School on a nine-hole, par 37 course. Santa Barbara’s squad held onto a lead throughout the match and pulled away with the win with a score of 268-284. Carinteria’s lowest scores came from team leaders Athziry Rojas, who shot a 47, and Sophia Garay, who shot a 48. Sarah Hayman followed with a 59, while Lila Garay and Sophia Aguayo finished with scores of 64 and 66, respectively. The team’s newest member, Gwyn Hultman, shot a 69 in her first head-to-head competition. “It was a competitive match and a positive learning experience for all the athletes,” Dahill said.

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Carpinteria’s Gabe Chung tries to break up a pass caught by Webb’s wide receiver Jimmie Brown III.

Warriors football suffers high-scoring loss

Carpinteria football suffered its third straight loss to start the season, falling to Webb in a home game at Carpinteria Valley Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11. The Warriors’ offense had a tough time keeping up with Webb, as the visiting Gauls lit up the scoreboard to come away with a 49-14 victory. Through the first three games of this season, the Warriors have been outscored 100-23. Webb showcased a talented passing game throughout the day, starting with a 35yard touchdown pass early in the first quarter to take a 7-0 lead. Webb scored again on another passing play in the final seconds of the first quarter to bring the lead to 14-0. Webb’s senior quarterback Kaj Grayson threw two more touchdowns before halftime, and finished the game with a total of 428 passing yards and seven touchdowns. Star receiver Jimmie Brown III — who is 6-foot, 7-inches tall — finished with 10 catches for 224 yards and four touchdowns. The Warriors were able to fight back in the second half, with senior quarterback Isaac Neri breaking loose for a 35-yard touchdown and junior wideout Gabe Chung scoring on a touchdown pass from sophomore backup Blayden Bryant to give Carpinteria 14 points. “The big plays hurt us in the first half,” said Carpinteria coach Van Latham. “We had some coverage breakdowns that led to scores. That put us in a hole very quickly. We struggled with pass protection in the first half as well. After halftime adjustments, our offense was able to be more effective. We still had trouble with the deep ball, however.” Carpinteria is now 0-3 heading into a rivalry game on the road at Fillmore on Friday.

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The Goleta Motor Unit conducted an e-bike/bicycle safety operation, which yielded 13 citations: 10 citations for no helmet, two citations for not stopping at a stop sign and one citation for riding an illegal electric motorcycle (12500 VC). All juveniles are eligible for the Carpinteria Restorative Justice Program, where they will attend a free class that focuses on e-bike/bicycle safety and operation.

Thursday, Sept. 10

1407 hrs / Incident / 1100 block Casitas Pass Road

A reporting party called in to report that she had punched/slapped her ex-boyfriend on the shoulder at their weekly child exchange site. A video recording was provided of the incident. The report will be filed and sent to the District Attorney for review.

1521 hrs / Incident / 5800 block Via Real

The subject and his partner, Victim 1, work together at a nursery. During an argument between the two, the subject punched Victim 1 in the mouth, causing her to bleed.

1737 hrs / Incident / 4400 block Carpinteria Avenue

A juvenile, male e-biker was riding westbound in the eastbound bike lane approaching an area restaurant. The rider traveled the wrong way, passed a westbound vehicle in the left turn lane and collided with the driver’s door of a vehicle traveling in the westbound lane of travel. The rider was not wearing a helmet and suffered abrasions to his shoulder, hip and arms as well as a contusion to his head. The rider was transported to the hospital by his mother.

Friday, Sept. 11

0823 hrs / Incident / 5800 block Carpinteria Avenue

A subject was detained for trespassing. After further investigation, deputies determined the subject had the right to be there and he was released.

1159 hrs / Incident / Linden Avenue and Meadow View Lane

A case number was pulled to document tagging on an electrical box located at the above intersection. The city was notified.

Saturday, Sept. 12

0917 hrs / Incident / 5100 block Cambridge Lane

A reporting party had the word “gay” written on his front door in feces. The RP suspected his ex-girlfriend had committed the vandalism but had no evidence. Neighbors with security footage were contacted and provided an email address if they found anything. The RP was out of town, and estimated cleanup would cost approximately $500. The case was suspended pending leads.

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32  Thursday, September 17, 2026

CWA supports Playa Del Sur 4-H members Members of the Playa Del Sur 4-H Club received a little extra support for their animal projects this month, courtesy of California Women for Agriculture. The local 4-H members were invited to CWA’s Sept. 14 meeting, where each youth was presented with a card and “project support” recognizing the work they put into raising and showing animals this summer. Playa Del Sur members spent months caring for a barnyard’s worth of animals — including market goats, lambs, steers, turkeys, Pygmy goats, dairy goats, chickens and ducks — before exhibiting their projects at the Santa Barbara County Fair. The annual fair gives local 4-H members an opportunity to showcase the results of months of feeding, grooming, training and caring for their animals, while developing skills in agriculture, responsibility and animal husbandry. The CWA contribution will help the young exhibitors with expenses associated with their projects and continue an agricultural tradition that connects local youth with the farming and ranching community. “It’s great to be recognized by the wonderful ladies of our local CWA!” Playa Del Sur 4-H President Lila Garay said. Along with the recognition, the 4-H members were treated to a pizza dinner and invited to stay for the entire CWA meeting, giving them another opportunity to learn from and spend time with members of the local agricultural community. –– CVN Staff

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Members of the Playa Del Sur 4-H Club show off the “project support” envelopes they received from California Women for Agriculture during the organization’s Sept. 14 meeting. The support recognizes the young exhibitors’ hard work raising and showing animals at this summer’s Santa Barbara County Fair.

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