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14 – 21 MAY 2026 | VOL 32 ISS 20 www.montecitojournal.net
Voice of theV illage
SERVING MONTECITO AND SOUTHERN SANTA BARBARA
The Village Legacy – Thirty years later, Village Properties continues building its business around people, philanthropy, and local relationships, P.34
New Energy Reality – As solar incentives disappear, CA homeowners face new questions about energy resilience, affordability, and independence, P.16
Montecito Union’s Annual Gala, page 12
Friends Indeed – After a decade leading Friends of the Montecito Library, Pat Saley reflects on community, stewardship, and lasting local impact, P.18
RESCUING PLENTY
FROM ORPHANED ORANGES TO SURPLUS LETTUCE, VEGGIE RESCUE STEERS METRIC TONS OF NOSH ONTO PREVIOUSLY EMPTY PLATES (STORY STARTS ON PAGE 6)
More Than Ballots
A rarely noticed county office becomes a crucial voter focal point amid concerns about leadership and election preparedness, page 5
Surfing Montecito
A new Montecito Country Mart exhibit celebrates local surf culture through iconic photography, film history, and coastal storytelling, page 14
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