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Tariff Nation: The Rise, Fall, and Return of America’s Most Contentious Tax

History professor Alastair Su will trace the rise, fall and return of tariffs — and what their comeback says about America today.

Monday, Dec. 8 | 5:30 p.m.

Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop (CAW) 631 Garden Street SPONSORED BY THE WESTMONT FOUNDATION

Conversations About Things That Matter

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

5 Where’s the Beef? – Efforts underway to restore local beef processing, support small ranchers, and reduce reliance on corporate meat processors 6 Beings and Doings – Gnawing on leathery Thanksgiving turkey builds both holiday character and the jaw’s musculature. Let us prep for December and its frantic celebration of peace.

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Montecito Miscellany – The reason for the season is soup from Organic Soup Kitchen, plus holiday cheer with the Murphys at Coast 2 Coast

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Letters to the Editor – Praise for our local government agencies, Hattie Beresford, and eucalyptus trees

News Bytes – Wildfire resilience and data, anniversary celebrations, and Sweet Wheel calls for volunteers

Tide Guide

On Entertainment – Mike Campbell talks Dirty Knobs and Heartbreakers, plus Rubicon and The Acting Company bring the winter spirit to stage

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The Society Edit – It’s Matisse, Monet, and lasting impressions as the SB Museum of Art launches its newest exhibits

The Giving List – SBMA’s Amada Cruz talks about The Impressionist Revolution at the museum that’s worthy of an Encore Cashmere & Scenic Beauty – There’s a new fashion along Coast Village Road and it’s a cashmere-lined boulevard from Malibu to Montecito

The Way It Was – The mesmerizing tale of Ludmilla Pilat Welch – painter extraordinaire who braved the wilderness, illuminated our landscapes, and joined Santa Barbara society

20 Your Westmont – The Christmas Festival celebrates Advent, Downtown Lecture looks at the U.S. history of tariffs, and a new book explores our furry neighbors

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Library Mojo – The Montecito Library column is back with the events and fun filling the shelves of our local lending repository

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Petite Wine Traveler – It doesn’t require much travel to discover world class wine and spectacular sites – in fact, it can all be found at Paso

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Home for the Holidays – The MJ guide to shopping and feasting locally for the holidays

43 Elizabeth’s Appraisals – A worn, 150-yearold label on a picture frame opens a window on “Circus City” Baraboo, Wisconsin, the Ringling Bros, and the stereograph

44 Sheriff’s Blotter

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Calendar of Events – Brad Nack’s reindeers are back, 12 writers on surfing, Ocean Vuong on emotion, and more happenings

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Curator’s Choice – An invertebrate “candy drawer”

Classifieds – Our own “Craigslist” of classified ads

Mini Meta Crossword Puzzles Local Business Directory

Where’s the Beef?

Local Advocates Aim to Bring SB County Back into the Meat Supply Chain

by Zachary Bernstein

If you live in Santa Barbara County, buying locally-processed beef might prove difficult. Lacking any USDA-certified meat processing facilities, cattle raised within Santa Barbara County’s borders need to be transported outside those borders for butchery. The Santa Barbara County Food Action Network (SBCFAN), a nonprofit devoted to stewarding a more equitable and resilient local food system, is teaming up with local ranchers and the Bureau of Prisons (BoP) to bring the meat supply chain back into the county fold by revamping a meat processing plant at the Lompoc Federal Correctional Complex.

SBCFAN Executive Director Shakira Miracle:

“There’s an urgent need and demand for USDAcertified meat processing.” (photo by J. Andrew Hill)

The nationwide meat industry is currently facing a confluence of challenges, including rising costs and sustainability. According to a 2021 study from UC Davis, 80-85% of the United States beef market is controlled by just four large food corporations: Tyson, Cargill, JBS, and National Beef. The study states, “The small number of large-scale processors making purchases places downward pressure on live animal prices, harming livestock and poultry producers, and puts upward pressure on retail prices, harming consumers. Market and processing concentration are widely recognized as threats to food system resilience.”

Which is to say, this concentrated production of the nation’s beef supply is more than just a conundrum for locavores; it’s also a threat to independent meat producers. With the big four meat companies in control of their own processing plants, the number of USDA-certified meat processing plants outside of their corporate tents has waned over time, pushing demand higher, reducing the options for local independent producers, and threatening their feasibility as sustaining businesses to the point of near-crisis.

“There are ranchers in San Diego County going to San Luis Obispo, ranchers in Santa Barbara County going to Yosemite Valley, and some ranchers are sending their production to Texas,” says Shakira Miracle, executive director of SBCFAN. The extra-long distances have had negative effects upon animal welfare, air pollution, and

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Beings and Doings

Large, Flightless, and Flavorless

thanksgiving meal comes in many forms, including solid state

by Jeff Wing

The holidays approach. In old timey lingo? “The holidayeth approacheth” (I’m pretty sure).

December’s “Peace on Earth” pandemonium will be heralded as usual by the early warning system we call Thanksgiving; a commemoration turkeys movingly refer to as “Pilgrims Are Jerks.” Their naming convention is awkward, their ennui more than understandable.

Today, many enlightened holiday celebrants are opposed to the enslavement and exploitation of animals. In the case of the Thanksgiving Turkey, it’s amazing any such argument need be made at all, because turkey is as inedible as the hagfish and blister beetle. You would think this dumb bird would long since have escaped the prison of human exploitation. Surely Mother Nature herself is puzzled by turkey’s victimhood, having pointedly designed the creature to discourage predation. Yeah, I know what you’re thinking.

“Jeff, a fallen culture that considers the Brussels Sprout a foodstuff will eat anything they can get their hands on.”

True enough. Still, turkey occupies its own unique category in the chew while grimacing food group.

We’ve all seen the viral slow motion Wild Kingdom video. A brown bear awakens from its long hibernation ravenous with

hunger. Seeing a possible meal, it charges roaring into the forest clearing, slams on the brakes in a cloud of flying dust, and yells into the empty air; “Aww… it’s just a stupid turkey!” It is an extraordinary instance of wildland filmmaking, one the animal rights sector quickly leveraged with its anti-Thanksgiving turkey campaign: A starved bear wouldn’t eat that thing©

Spirits of Ancient Egypt

As a festive holiday food, the turkey has a lot going for it! That’s the insistent seasonal rumor anyway. This faint flirtation with optimism is brutally quashed by a plate copiously stacked with Thanksgiving turkey. The meat is so phenomenally “dry” it defies both fluid mechanics and holiday propriety. The thoughtful Thanksgiving host must keenly watch for signs of mummification as the guests chew and chew (and chew) the centerpiece comestible. Over the course of an hour or so, conversation will dwindle and cease as any hint of moisture is slowly drawn from the vital organs, hallucinations begin in earnest, and the gathered guests are seen to clutch throats, convulse, and cry out in unknown languages. Not to worry! By the end of the festive holiday meal your guests will be speechlessly leaning against one another like the desiccated, staring pharaonic layabouts found in secret chambers under this or that pyramid or ziggurat or whatever.

Consider the saying turkey with all the trimmings. Now note how rarely the word “turkey” appears without its sidekick “… with all the trimmings.” Why? Because without the trimmings, the turkey is 8-12 lbs. of debilitating cottonmouth shaped vaguely like a bird. The “trimmings” are a complex tactical distraction designed to make this alarming object appear festive and even edible, surrounded by its support army of colorful side dishes. Well, heap on all the stuffing, potatoes, gravy, and Aunt

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The best memories are made gathered around a table. Wishing you a holiday filled with friends, family, love, and laughter. We are closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 28, so our staff can enjoy this wonderful time of year with their families.

Montecito Miscellany

Soup’s On This Season

by Richard Mineards & Friends

As regular customers, my husband and I enjoy OSK’s nutritious soups multiple times a week –favorites include Coconut Curry Lentil (my favorite), Gourmet Broccoli, and this season’s Butternut Squash (his favorite). We top them with Modena balsamic vinegar and Parmigiano Reggiano for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal.

Founder Anthony Carroccio, now cancer-free after battling Stage 4 prostate cancer, credits his recovery to the nourishing soups he lovingly curates.

“It brought me closer to the mission,” Carroccio says. “Healthy eating, including the soups we make here, played a huge part in my recovery.”

Anyone can purchase soup at full price in-store (126 E. Haley) or online. Every bowl purchased helps sustain OSK’s mission to provide nourishing, life-changing food to those who need it most.

Among the supporters were Jenny Nguyen , Cheryl Giefer , Nancy Strandberg , Joe Gonzales , Taiana Giefer , Beverly Cavaliere , Robert Luria, Dirk Brandts, Linda Rosso, and Keith Moore by Maria McCall

Trés Chic: Coast 2 Coast Celebrates!

Bob and Holly Murphy hosted an elegant gathering to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their La Arcada boutique, Coast 2 Coast Collection, beautifully decked out in holiday splendor.

Described by Richard Mineards as an “Aladdin’s cave,” this two-story boutique is renowned for offering luxury brands that are rare – or even impossible – to find anywhere else in Santa Barbara. Think Baccarat, Christofle, Waterford, Versace, and Lalique, among others. The store also features a curated selection of everyday ceramics from Vietri and Juliska, as well as bespoke wedding registries for local brides.

Devoted customer Keith Moore was seen chatting with the Garnier Thiebaut representative over a display of exquisite Parisian table linens. He later told me he couldn’t help wondering if she was the same woman he had met recently at the Goyard boutique while summering in Biarritz.

Among the festive evening’s memorable moments, attendee Roxie Solakian

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Letters to the Editor Giving Thanks

As a survivor of the mudslides, I want to thank all of the various forms of government (State, Federal, County, City) who handled the recent storm. Sincerely, Paul Orfalea

Way It Was Reflections

Of all the pieces in the Montecito Journal, Hattie Beresford’s The Way It Was local history series is my favorite. This week’s piece on the history of Montecito’s eucalyptus trees “Devil or Angel: The History of Eucalyptus” is a marvel for what she unearthed – including the historic imagery she found to back up the storytelling. In an era when many new families and folks are moving to town (suggesting a corresponding cultural shift at times) Ms. Beresford’s journalism becomes a critical link to our area’s past that can help offer context to land use, environmental, and cultural quandaries. She is also clear and sparing in her adjectives which I find winning in a writer.

Olivia Joffrey

Message from Save Mont Eucs

On behalf of the stately eucalyptus trees that have graced East Valley Road without incident for decades, we observe that reports of our demise have been grossly overstated. A myriad of Montecito Community Plan policies and state laws protect resources with biological, aesthetic and historical features, including these trees. As happened 20 years ago, these trees need a health assessment by a qualified arborist and if they are healthy, they will stand safely for many more decades. If they require care, they should be cared for. If any individual tree is so sickly it must be removed, after considering impacts to monarch butterflies, hawks, owls and other birds, a plan and permits for removal can be developed. The complaints and fears aired in the uncharacteristically one-sided MJ article are nothing new, and are largely overblown. Save Mont Eucs lives on to speak for and defend these defining features of our community.

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President, Save Mont Eucs Montecito, CA

News Bytes

SBMNH Science Pub: Data Approach to Wildfire Resilience Event

by Joanne A Calitri

The SB Museum of Natural History’s Science Pub returns on December 8 at Dargan’s Irish Pub SB. Presenting is National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis (NCEAS) Research Associate Cat Fong , Ph.D., on the new Wildfire Resilience Index (WRI) which is said to be “a groundbreaking tool that turns complex data into insight about how people and landscapes resist and recover together. The WRI combines information on air quality, water resources, housing, local economies, and even social connections to show, down to the neighborhood, where communities are most vulnerable.” The claim is that this data-driven approach helps local leaders plan smarter, empowers communities living with fire, and supports a safer, more resilient future for Santa Barbara County and beyond.

411: For all SBMNH events www.sbnature.org/visit/calendar

Fatmir Mara’s 12th Anniversary of his Ceramics

Fatmir Mara, a successful fashion designer in Italy, retired to Montecito with his husband, Rick Perkins. His love of creating led him to enroll in a ceramics course at Santa Barbara City College, launching a new chapter for him in art. His ceramic studio is in Carpinteria and celebrating 12 years with a party and discounts on his art. RSVP required by December 1.

411: www.mirimara.com

Sweet Wheel Farm Call for Volunteers

The Sweet Wheel Farm’s Food with Dignity Program, Summerland is a nonprofit that delivers to the food insecure and medically fragile residents on the South Coast, recently up to twice a week. Demand has jumped to 1,250 deliveries, and they are putting out a call for volunteers to help deliver the food. “Food should come from healthy soil and caring hands,” said SBAFEF Representative Leslie Person Ryan “This program not only feeds people; but also models what a sustainable, closed-loop community-driven food

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On Entertainment

Mike Campbell: Heartbreaker Still

Runnin’ Down a Dream

by Steven Libowitz

Outside of SoCal, Mike Campbell is largely known as a founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, the lead guitarist who spent decades alongside Petty delivering crunchy guitar lines on a bevy of big hits. Campbell also co-wrote many of the band’s singles, including “Refugee,” “Here Comes My Girl,” “You Got Lucky,” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream,” and also composed and played on the Don Henley hits “The Boys of Summer” and “The Heart of the Matter.”

Around these parts, though, Petty has a lot of loyal fans who started coming out to SOhO to see him lead his own band, the Dirty Knobs, on a regular basis, and not all that long after he formed the side project in the early 2000s. A few years after Petty’s untimely death in 2017, Campbell and the Knobs also started releasing albums, three in total now, and stepped up to play the Arlington twice in 2024.

On December 3, the singer-songwriter-guitarist is bringing the band back to the theater in the first of a five-show semi-acoustic tour to promote his new memoir, Heartbreaker. He shared some thoughts over the phone from his L.A. home.

Q. I remember hearing the first, self-titled Heartbreakers album on WNEW-FM in New York, when the great DJ Meg Griffin played a whole bunch of cuts and couldn’t stop raving about it. She was already predicting big things for the band. When did you realize that was true?

A. Good question. I think it took us a while to realize what everybody else seemed to see in us early on. I guess when “Refugee” (from 1980s Damn the Torpedoes) came out and we started being more mainstream, it became obvious that, well, this is going to work.

You started Dirty Knobs decades ago, in the middle of the Heartbreakers’ huge success. How did you find the time to do both simultaneously, and what need was that filling for you?

There was lots of time between Heartbreakers tours, and Dirty Knobs wasn’t really an official band – just a name to throw on some guys to go out and play a bar between tours as a hobby. The Heartbreakers would have months off for writing or downtime or whatever. I liked having the Dirty Knobs to keep me busy and give me a purpose.

Amazing that you’d come back from arena tours and just want to hit the bar scene. Most musicians generally don’t ever want to go back there. You didn’t like time off?

I don’t ever take a rest. I don’t understand vacation. I’ve always got something on my mind.

You didn’t sing much in the early days with Petty and the Heartbreakers and not even all that much all the way through. What prompted you to step up as lead singer with the Knobs? It was just an organic development. I had a lot of tracks full of music and Tom could only write to so many of them. They started piling up. So I started singing them in the studio where no one else could hear me, just to sort of get an idea of what a song might sound like. Then I started finding my voice along the way. So when the Dirty Knobs got more serious, it was just like I guess I’m the singer. (Laughs). I wrote the song, and it goes like this… I do have to give a lot of credit to Steve Real, Stevie Nicks’ vocal coach. When I was on tour with Fleetwood Mac, Steve took me aside and worked with me on opening up my throat and raising my confidence. He really helped me find my own voice.

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Rod Lathim & Present Golden Globe Winning Singer/Songwriter Amanda McBroom back by popular demand

Wintersong

A holiday concert with Michele Brourman and Larry Tuttle

November 30th, 3pm

Marjorie Luke Theatre A benefit for the Center for Successful Aging

Tickets: csasb.org/concerts

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The Society Edit SB Museum of Art Leadership Circle Event Celebrates its Exhibits

by Joanne A Calitri

On a very rainy Monday evening, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art saw its celebratory event for the SBMA Circles of Leadership, benefactors, directors, and curators with special guests become its latest nouvelle vague

I was invited to attend and report for our readers by Lindsey Garrison SBMA director of marketing and communications, and SBMA’s Director of External Affairs Karen Kawaguchi Garrison and I arranged for my taking an exclusive photo of Amada Cruz, the Eichholz Foundation Director, with SBMA Board Chair Michael C. Linn and his wife Carol S. Linn

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We all met prior to the event at the SBMA pop-up Paris café located à gauche et devant to the Ridley-Tree Gallery with its Tour Eiffel wallpaper. Cruz admirably donned the SBMA’s official t-shirt for the Monet to Matisse and Encore exhibits under her elegant winter white Chanel jacket. The long sleeve cotton t-shirt is white with French blue wording, “Show me the Matisse.” Fans can purchase the t-shirt and exhibit themed items and books at the museum shop located to the right of the Ridley-Tree Gallery.

The museum was abuzz with guests dressed to impress who had queued from the street to enter and were being

greeted by SBMA staff and served golden champagne and exquisite hors d’oeuvres. Notables attending were newest SBMA Board members Briana Hesse of Black and Steel Studio Summerland and Wesley Moncrief, Daniel Erikson, SBMA Board Vice Chair and Gilded Gala Chair Lynn Cunningham Brown with husband Christopher Brown , Christine Emmons, Pam and Greg Breedlove, Merryl and Chuck Zegar Legacy Society members of 30 years Thomas and Sheila Lambert, Julie and Peter Morley , and Carol and Mark Glasser. The cutest couple award goes to former board member Mavis with husband John Mayne seen holding hands while viewing the art.

The event marked a new gathering theme for the SBMA Circle Patrons and its Board of Trustees to meet and mingle and do-learn-explore the art in the dual exhibitions curated by Chief Curator James Glisson. Guests were treated to Glisson’s private tour of the exhibits with his insider remarks about the art’s narratives. He reviewed what made Impressionist art controversial –its wash of unfinished brush strokes, and its subject matter taken from current everyday life, as compared to the highest paid painters of the time who painted historic events. Glisson’s personal favorite at the close of the tour is Alexei Jawlensky’s Abstract Head: Two

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The Giving List SBMA’s ‘Impressionist Revolution’

by Steven Libowitz

Santa Barbara Museum of Art’s Executive Director and CEO

Amada Cruz is understandably proud of the museum’s current exhibition. The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse traces the origins of the independent artist collective known as the Impressionists via a rich array of paintings, including exquisite examples by very famous artists, including Monet, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse, Mondrian and Munch. The show was organized by the Dallas Museum of Art, culled from its own exceptional holdings, to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition.

SBMA is the only venue in the Western U.S. to present the major exhibition on its premises, quite the coup for a city as small as ours.

“It highlights their extraordinary collection of French Impressionist works, and we are really pleased to be presenting it as the only West coast venue,” Cruz said. “Up and down the west coast, anybody who wants to see it has

to come here. It’s probably the closest thing to a blockbuster you can have these days. Who doesn’t love French Impressionism? There’s been such a buzz in the galleries, with people very excited about this exhibition and the opportunity to see this really great collection in such a small town.”

But it wasn’t serendipity that landed the enviable exhibition in our environs.

It was Cruz’s connections.

“The art museum world is a small community,” she explained.

“Relationships are all based on trust.

The former director of the Dallas Museum of Art is a friend, and our former curator of photography once worked there. There were some pretty strong connections.”

The exhibit made sense for Santa Barbara, not least because the city’s nickname is the American Riviera, a fact not lost on Cruz, who has now been in her position for two years.

“There’s a Manet painting in the collection that is so beautiful, and it looks like Santa Barbara,” she said.

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Cashmere & Scenic Beauty 27 Miles Malibu Finds Its Home on Coast Village Road

by Tiana Molony

Ernie and Emily Vallorano were having coffee on Coast Village Road one afternoon this summer when something across the street stopped them: a for-lease sign.

The timing felt uncanny. They had just been talking about opening a brick-andmortar shop for their decade-old clothing brand, 27 Miles Malibu. On impulse, they crossed the street, called the listed agent and submitted an application.

Within days, the Montecito space was theirs. And, in an unlikely coincidence, they learned the same afternoon that a second application – this one for a storefront in San Marino – had also been approved. They decided to open both.

The rollout came quickly. A soft opening on Coast Village Road in early September was followed by a grand opening a month later. “Right off the bat, we were selling from day one,” Ernie said. “People came in and were interest-

ed in what we were doing.”

Walk through the barn-style doors of 27 Miles Malibu and the theme becomes obvious: cashmere. “We know our cashmere is really good,” Ernie said matter-of-factly. “We’re very good at it.”

On the rainy afternoon I visited, Coast

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The Way It Was Ludmilla Pilat Welch: Journey

to Santa Barbara

by Hattie Beresford

Ludmilla Pilat Welch married her artist husband, Thaddeus Welch, in Ossining, New York, in 1883 when she was 16 and he was 39. Thad’s adventure-filled journey to become an artist had eventually led him to study in Munich and Paris for six years before returning to the United States in 1881. He settled for a time in New York where he tramped the countryside painting Hudson River scenes and met the Pilat family. His and Ludmilla’s relationship developed, and he became her art teacher, painting en plein air. The Jug Tavern, painted by Ludmilla in 1883, is still revered in Ossining today.

After their marriage, Thad travelled extensively to earn a living and establish his reputation as an artist. Ludmilla, it is believed, stayed at home with her family. In January 1892, Ludmilla’s father died. Soon thereafter, Ludmilla and Thad began preparing to move to California.

Many years later, in a letter to reporter T.J. Pilkington of the San Anselmo Herald, Ludmilla told their story. They had come to Mill Valley to live in the summer of 1894 and stayed there until May or June of 1896, living in a house in the winter and camping in the summer. The first winter they rented an unfurnished cottage for four dollars a month which was all they could afford.

Steep Ravine

While living in Mill Valley, Ludmilla and Thad discovered their ideal homesite while taking a moonlight walk to Bolinas. The fog had come in thickly and they had lost the trail. After wandering about for a while, they sheltered near a rock to wait for daylight. When it was light enough to see, they found themselves where the trail pitched down into Steep Ravine.

Intrigued, they explored Steep Ravine carefully and fell under the charm of the place. They decided to create a home

there. In May, they began to build. The lumber came up on a schooner from San Francisco to Bolinas, was off loaded into the sea, hauled to the top of the ravine, and slid down to where the house was to be built. Ludmilla tells it best:

Mr. Welch had no one to help him but me, but I soon became proficient in the use of saw and hammer and helped shingle the roof. I remember what a job it was to get the heavy timbers up for the second story (the two bedrooms were upstairs) because the lumber came up as a deck load and was soaked with sea water. When the lumber dried there were cracks all over so there was plenty of ventilation without opening the doors or windows. In fact, it was a couple of years before we felt that we could afford windows, so we tacked muslin over the openings. When we finally got windows, our cat tried to walk through because he had never seen glass.

Mr. Welch was very inventive, and he could do almost anything in the house; a hinged door, a sort of double action, so that the cats and dogs could go in and out as they like; a way to get the water out of the creek by simply standing on the back porch and turning a crank, etc. etc. We had sweet peas and hop vines and geraniums and nasturtiums; we always had plenty of color. Once a hop vine came through a knot hole and twined all around the

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Your Westmont Holiday Concert Unites Classics, Carols, Scripture

The 21st annual Westmont Christmas Festival offers an unforgettable celebration of Advent with the college’s orchestra and choirs creating a magical atmosphere at the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara. Tickets, which cost $30 each, are selling quickly for both performances on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7 pm and Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 pm. Purchase tickets at westmont.edu/christmas-festival or by phone at (805) 899-2222.

This year’s performance, Christ the Redeemer, features Max Bruch’s “Gruß an Die Heilige Nacht (Greeting to the Holy Night)” and Joseph Haydn’s “Te Deums” as anchor pieces of the program.

“These are beautiful pieces of music that are both edifying for our students and a wonderful representation of how artists have celebrated the birth of Christ throughout the centuries,” says Ruth Lin, who chairs the music department and directs the orchestra.

Bruch’s piece, a rare treat, will feature mezzo-soprano Max Potter, a wellknown local talent who often performs with Opera Santa Barbara.

Audience members will be invited to sing traditional hymns and carols throughout the program, which tells the Christmas story in a fresh way.

“We can easily forget that Jesus came to redeem this world,” says Zig Reichwald, Adams professor of music and worship. “The cradle and the cross belong together. Jesus was not just a good person and a great teacher. He confronted evil in this world in love. The birth of Christ set in motion God’s plan to redeem a fallen world, culminating in his death and resurrection. We want to celebrate the whole story of who Jesus is and what he has done.”

The festival includes readings from across Scripture to tell the whole story of Christ.

“I am most looking forward to making meaningful music with our students and

sharing it with the Santa Barbara community in the beautiful space that is the Granada,” Lin says.

Mr. Rolland Jacks is the lead sponsor for this year’s Christmas festival.

Talk Examines U.S.’s Long Affair with Tariffs

Alastair Su, Westmont assistant professor of history, expounds on Tariff Nation: The Rise, Fall, and Return of America’s Most Contentious Tax on Monday, Dec. 8, at 5:30 pm at the Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden Street, in downtown Santa Barbara. The Westmont Downtown Lecture is free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations required. Free parking is available on the streets surrounding CAW or in nearby city parking lots. For more information, please call (805) 565-6051.

“Once dismissed as relics of the past, tariffs are back with a vengeance,” Su says. “My talk traces their rise, fall and return – and what their comeback says about America today.”

Su, who graduated from Harvard before earning a doctorate in history from Stanford University, will offer a 250year overview of how the United States imposed tariffs, starting with Hamilton’s Reports of Manufactures, and significantly dropped them during WWII before finding support for them again starting with Trump’s first administration.

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Two-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of the Year

Molly Tuttle

The Highway Knows Tour with special guests Kaitlin Butts and Meels

Sun, Dec 7 / 7 PM / Arlington Theatre

“Between her expressive, crystalline voice and astounding flat picking guitar skills, Tuttle has made history.” Rolling Stone

American Book Award-winning Author and Poet An Evening with Ocean Vuong

Wed, Dec 3 / 7:30 PM UCSB Campbell Hall

FREE pre-signed copies of Vuong’s new book, The Emperor of Gladness , will be available while supplies last

“A master of juxtaposition willing to tell difficult stories with courage.”

The Guardian (U.K.)

Fun for the Whole Family / Say Aloha to the Holidays

Featuring Jackson Waldhoff and Justin Kawika Young

Wed, Dec 10 / 7:30 PM / Arlington Theatre

“If everyone played the ukulele, the world would be a better place.” – Jake Shimabukuro

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Library Mojo We’re Back! The Library Column Returns

by the Montecito Library et al

We’re thrilled to say – we’re back! The Library Column is returning, and we couldn’t be more excited to reconnect with you through stories that showcase the heart of our community: your Montecito Public Library. Each month, we’ll bring you a collection of inspiring stories, upcoming programs, and tips to help you get the most out of the best thing in your wallet – your library card.

The library has always been about books, and more – it’s a place of connection, learning, and possibility. Behind every checkout, every workshop, and every visit, there’s a story worth telling.

Take the young reader who was struggling with confidence and motivation until they met Tallulah, the Read-to-aDog therapy animal at Eastside Library. Sitting quietly with a book and a wagging tail, reading out loud has become something to look forward to.

Or the woman who moved to Santa Barbara knowing little English and now attends a weekly conversation group at Central Library and is supported by a tutor, whom she meets with regularly. With every page she turns and every word she speaks, she’s building confidence – and community.

An older adult came into the library recently, unsure of how to download a book on their Kindle. With a little help from friendly staff who helped them make an appointment with a Tech Coach, they now borrow eBooks with ease and have discovered a whole new world of digital reading.

Then there’s the group of twenty-somethings who didn’t know each other but found common ground at the library’s regular crafting program: Hot Off the Press. What started as a shared love of DIY has become something more – a new social circle, a creative outlet,

Come to the Montecito Library (1469 East Valley Road) for this month’s events

and a reminder that libraries are places where friendships form.

These stories are just the beginning. In the months ahead, we’ll highlight programs for all ages, offer behind-thescenes glimpses of library life, and share ways to make the most of your library card – whether you’re borrowing books, streaming movies, or accessing one of the many learning platforms from home. The library belongs to everyone. And this column is for you. We hope you’ll follow along, find inspiration, and maybe even see your own story reflected in these pages. Welcome back to the Library Column – we’ve missed you!

Announcements

All SBPL locations will be closed:

- Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving.

- Monday, December 22 through Friday December 26 for Winter Holidays - Thursday, January 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day.

Events at Montecito Library

Knit ‘n’ Needle – Thursdays 2-3:30 pm: Join us for a weekly gathering of fiber artists, open to all skill levels!

Stay & Play – Tuesdays 9-10:30 am: Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with other young children and enjoy the company of other caregivers. Best for children ages 0-5.

Montecito Book Club – Tuesday December 16, 2025, 2-3 pm: Join the Montecito Book Club every fourth Tuesday! December’s selection is A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles.

This column is written in collaboration by the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Montecito Library, Friends of the Santa Barbara Public Library, Members of the City Library Board - In partnership with the Santa Barbara Public Library.

WRITTEN BY Jessica Bedford, Kathryn MacMillan, Charlotte Northeast, AND Meghan Winch

DIRECTED BY Robert Kelley

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Speaking of that, it seemed very much out of left field when you replaced Lindsey Buckingham What made you want to join up, and how was it?

It was fresh after Tom had passed away, and I was really in grief. Mick Fleetwood asked if I’d like to step in and tour the world with them. I was surprised. I took 24 hours to think it over, mulled over in my brain the pros and cons, and then said yes. It was a challenge for me to learn other people’s songs, which I don’t usually do, but we traveled the world first class, and we had a blast. It was really fun. It took me out of my grief shadow and gave me something to focus on.

Now you also have a much more stable lineup behind you in the band. What makes this one work well for you?

I finally got the right combination of people. Some of these guys I’ve played with for many years, and the last couple of years we have this amazing guitarist, singer, keyboard player, Christopher Holt from Dallas (who has played with Nicks, the Eagles, Jackson Browne, The Doobie Brothers, Derek Trucks and many others). He’s got a great vibe and has elevated the band 10 times over. It finally really works.

What to you was the general thrust of your book?

I was kind of talked into doing it. I didn’t rely on anybody else’s input and I was surprised by all the things I did remember from 50 years. But when I was writing, all those memory cells opened up as I got into the flow. I’d talk with my co-writer and reminisce, and he’d write it all down and put it into an organized form… My only goal was not writing a salacious sex rock and roll memoir but a book about the creative process, where the songs come from, where the inspiration comes from, the relationships with me and the people in the band. I wanted to be honest. Some of the relationships got a little tense at times as all bands do. But ultimately, the story between me and Tom and our partnership and the Heartbreakers was one of hope and redemption. The guiding force that kept us together. The book is about gratitude and the mystery of the creative process.

This is a special semi-acoustic mini tour, just a few shows in California. I know I’ve had to double up on earplugs at the SOhO shows just to save my hearing. What’s the impetus for acoustic?

It’s about the book. It’s done really well, and I’ve gotten nothing but really positive emotional responses, but I haven’t really promoted it. So this string of dates has the book as the focus. It’s relatively intimate, with quieter version of the songs so you can hear the words. I’m still putting it together, but it will be different. A lot of acoustic songs, and I’ll talk a bit about where the songs came from and the stories in the book about them. Then I’ll be digging into some acoustic versions of some Heartbreakers hits and maybe some of the deeper tracks that people don’t remember. It’s going through my whole career, spotlighting the people I’ve worked with and the songs that have come up throughout the 50 years, and ending up with some Dirty Knobs songs at the end. And there’ll be slide photos projected behind us here and there…. No smoke bombs though.

Normally, I don’t like to do that many Heartbreakers songs because it’s a mixed blessing. I can do them well, but it makes me sad. And I don’t want to be a Heartbreakers tribute band. But since the book is 50 years of Heartbreakers, most of the songs are going to be from the band’s catalog, mostly ones that I co-wrote with Tom. It’s a walk through the past, which I’ll probably never do again.

Hear Mike Campbell strum through the past at the Arlington on December 3

Brain Meets Brainin to Birth New TAC season

Last February 2, Rubicon Theatre Company closed out its first-ever partnership to launch the national winter tour by The Acting Company, the veteran New York ensemble co-founded in 1972 by John Houseman via the first dramatic graduating class of The Juilliard School. Exactly 10 months later, RTC and TAC – the latter of which served as a springboard for the careers of some 400 actors, including Kevin Kline, Patti LuPone, Rainn Wilson, and Jeffrey Wright – once again join forces in Ventura at RTC. There they will polish up another pair of plays in repertory, this time collaborating on two new productions; a world premiere adaptation of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations by Nikki Massoud and directed by TAC’s Producing Artistic Director Devin Brain (December 2-21), and Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by UCSB professor and LaunchPad Founder Risa Brainin (December 3-21).

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Village Road was quiet, but the shop was busy – customers thumbing through soft, brightly colored knits as quickly as staff could restock them. Several talked about how they had long hoped a store like this would open in Montecito.

Though new to running a retail storefront, the Valloranos are veterans of the clothing industry. Both came up through manufacturing for luxury brands. “We learned a lot from the private-label people,” Ernie said, noting their work with Ralph Lauren, and how it helped them “make a really high-quality sweater.”

Success in manufacturing eventually nudged them toward starting their own line. About 13 years ago, driving along the Pacific Coast Highway, they passed the iconic road sign: Welcome to Malibu, 27 miles of scenic beauty. “So, we were like, what a great name,” Ernie recalled.

They launched 27 Miles Malibu in 2012, selling wholesale to boutiques nationwide, including major retailers like Revolve. But they always envisioned a stronger direct-to-consumer business – one where they could meet customers face-to-face.

“Another thing that drew us to Montecito is this small-town feel,” Emily noted. “You really get to see people; you get to meet the customers, and you become friends, you talk to them.”

The Valloranos have also settled into a rhythm as business partners: Emily oversees the women’s line; Ernie handles men’s. While cashmere remains their signature, the shop carries a range of apparel.

In one corner sits Ernie’s menswear line which features handmade pieces crafted from premium Italian fabrics. The collection includes both ready-towear and custom garments. Though this line has focused on menswear, they plan to introduce select women’s pieces using the same materials – cashmere sourced from Mongolia, with other fabrics coming from Italy and Japan.

Emily’s women’s line centers on cashmere sweaters, with new pieces in silk, linen and cotton. She hopes to expand into jeans, blouses and dresses, along with elevated designs in higher-end textiles.

Business in Montecito has exceeded their expectations. The couple has grown so attached to the area that they’re now working with a realtor to relocate permanently.

“Well, I just love the lifestyle here,” Emily said, smiling. “Every time we come up here we just feel like, ‘Oh my God, this is so right.’”

pictures and even bloomed in the house… We were very happy living in those beautiful surroundings, even if we did have to walk 4 ½ miles to post a letter and were 15 miles by road to the nearest railroad and were living principally on mussels and mushrooms and oranges or other fruit that washed up in the bay.

Our walls were covered with the sketches as we made them and occasionally someone would come along and buy one and we were happy to see that blank space.

When we wanted a hot bath we walked down to the beach, following the creek and bathed in the sulphur spring. This could only be done at low tide – otherwise it was under water. The two cats and two dogs followed wherever we went, even for miles, so it was quite a procession when we went sketching. At that time Mr. Welch sold pictures for five or ten dollars that afterward were sold for $250 or $300.

Ludmilla and Thad lived at Steep Ravine for five years, but the climate was hard on Thaddeus, so they decided to move to San Geronimo. By this time, Thad’s work had become well known, and he had a studio in San Francisco. The couple became known for painting together side by side in the countryside, and Ludmilla’s talent was being noticed as well.

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San Geronimo was even colder and wetter than Steep Ravine, and by 1905

Thad was quite inventive and had rigged a pulley system for water and a dam to create the

Thad’s bouts with asthma and bronchitis had become chronic and debilitating. In August (tellingly known as Foggust in Marin) Thad came down to Santa Barbara with his artist friend J.M. Sharp to investigate moving to its salubrious clime. In February 1906, he purchased property at 411 Sola Street and a new chapter in his and Ludmilla’s life began. The art colony of Santa Barbara welcomed them with open arms. The Morning Press reported, “Few Santa Barbara people know that Thaddeus Welch, the noted painter of Marin County, owns a home here; fewer still are aware that in his wife, Mr. Welch has a rival who is making him look well to his laurels.”

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By 1907 Ludmilla had joined the Art Study Club, which had been founded in 1899. The club, composed entirely of women, met once a month to study, discuss and create art, often en plein air. The Art Study Club made a project of painting the adobes, and Ludmilla joined in enthusiastically. Writing in 1945, News-Press Society Editor Lilli Paulding wrote of Ludmilla, “For the love of it, she tramped about the town and country and painted in oils those adobes that had weathered the storms and were still in use as dwellings and Way It Was Page 524

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Petite Wine Traveler Luxury Wine Travel in Paso Robles: DAOU

Mountain and the Central Coast

by Jamie Knee

Some destinations do not clamor for your attention; they quietly unfold around you, and Paso Robles is one of them. Rolling vineyards, mineral-rich hillsides, and luminous evening skies invite you to slow down and experience a wine region through its people, its cellars, and its light. Tucked into the California Central Coast, it offers a rare blend of warmth and refinement, a balance of rural charm and world-class craftsmanship. It will also be featured in my upcoming PBS series, Petite Wine Traveler Explores: California Central Coast, which celebrates the region’s wines, food, culture, and the singular terroir that defines it.

My most recent return to Paso Robles, known simply as Paso, was an immersion in that beauty, a few luminous days centered around the incomparable DAOU Mountain. My home for the week was the AVA Hotel, a polished new retreat in the center of downtown Paso. Calm, contemporary rooms with balconies offered a gentle landing after full days of exploration. Guests can enjoy breakfast at their Pine Street Bistro, a bright and thoughtful start to the morning, and evenings on the rooftop at Esperanza, where coastal Mexican cuisine is paired with panoramic views. It is a place designed for travelers who appreciate ease and elegance without excess, the perfect base for discovering the region.

Rising 2,200 feet above the Adelaida District, DAOU Mountain is both a vineyard and a viewpoint, a marriage of natural beauty and meticulous craft. Its calcareous clay soils mirror those of Saint-Émilion, giving cabernet sauvignon an extraordinary stage upon which

to express itself. Renowned winemaking authority André Tchelistcheff once called it “a jewel of ecological elements,” a prophecy fulfilled by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou

A guided tour with Winemaker José Alberto Santos revealed the depth of their commitment. Rows of cabernet sauvignon clones stretch across steep slopes, each vine tended with precision. The climate, cooled by Pacific breezes drifting over the Templeton Gap, shapes fruit of astounding phenolic concentration. As Daniel Daou once shared, the soil and climate dictate the quality of the wine, and here the harmony is near perfect.

Lunch at the tasting room was a highlight of the trip, prepared by Executive Chef Spencer Johnston. His dishes rise from the land with a sense of purpose, shaped by a childhood spent in the gardens of the Central Coast. The result is cuisine that feels both soulful and elevated, each plate designed to complement the estate wines with ease.

Home for the Holidays

~ Autumnal Gifting Enlightenment This Holiday Season ~

WEEK 1

Another year gone by! And here comes that truly peaceful December closure – a month-long fare thee well to 2025 as we gather, reminisce, and mark the nourishing passage of time. Expect a light snowfall, Victorian carolers on every street corner in their cozy scarves and mufflers and top hats. One of these carolers will be (inevitably) ringing a bell, an affront to the champagne headache you’ll be nursing, but only for the entire month. Magical talking snowmen will be roaming the lamplit village in the silent sifting snowfall, cheerily waving their stick arms and frightening the kids. Chimney sweeps singing in unison will high step along the rooflines, homeowners craning necks and smiling with difficulty as they furiously calculate the cost of repairing their wrecked shingles and ridge cap. The Holidays are for many the season of giving. Remember a time when exchanged gifts included twine dolls and oranges? Well, not much has changed. The twine is of a higher quality, of course. But if a strange (but wellmeant) little figurine made of twine isn’t on your wish list this year, you’re in luck. As you’ve likely noticed reader, we are all in luck. It is our common good fortune – particularly this time of year – that Montecito is not just a village in name, but in fact. We inhabit an actual forested hamlet whose shoppes’ gently-lit windows beckon. Go to them. You don’t need the mails, algorithms, or digitally-ordered flapdoodle. Your village awaits in these very pages.

Chaucer’s Books

Step into Chaucer’s Books and you’re met with the comforting hush of pages, stacks of stories in every direction, and shelves brimming with 150,000 titles. A woman- and veteran-owned independent bookstore since 1974, Chaucer’s pairs deep selection with warm, expert guidance. Books, journals, puzzles, and gifts make it a joyful destination for holiday discoveries and finding something for the whole family. CHAUCERSBOOKS.COM | (805) 682-6787

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Imagine Artful Things

I magine Artful Things has been a Montecito landmark for those seeking the unusual and beautiful since 1983. Inside you’ll discover contemporary apparel, jewelry, and furnishings – each piece thoughtfully selected. It’s the place where you go when you’re looking for something special.

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Miles A t 27 Miles Montecito, holiday gifting starts with cashmere, Italian-made shoes, and fine jewelry. Custom tailoring – complete with premium fabrics and visiting Italian tailors – turns presents into keepsakes. Warm espresso, welcoming hosts, and a friendly bulldog greet you at the door. A perfect stop for luxurious, meaningful gifts. MONTECITO@27MILESMALIBU.COM | (805) 699-0099

Renaissance Fine Consignment

R enaissance Fine Consignment offers a constantly refreshed se- lection of designer fashion, fine jewelry, handbags, and acces- sories – each piece vetted for quality, style, and longevity. From lux- ury brands to vintage treasures, the boutique blends refined style with warm service and a beautifully curated atmosphere, making holiday shopping effortless, elegant, and sustainably chic.

| (805) 963-7800

Furniture Gallery by Mattress Mike

very home shifts during the holidays – more guests, more gatherings, more reasons to upgrade the pieces that carry the season. Furniture Gallery by Mattress Mike is built for exactly that moment. Their huge showroom offers everything from sleeper sofas to dining sets, and Garret Gustason’s noncommission team helps cut through options fast. It’s a family business that understands how people actually live, especially in December. Need a last-minute guestroom fix? A dining table big enough for everyone? A cozy chair that becomes someone’s favorite place? This family-run shop has

solutions at every scale.

Mountain Air Sports

J ust steps from the sand, Mountain Air Sports brings 45 years of outdoor expertise to Santa Barbara’s holiday season. Family-owned and known for outstanding service, the shop curates high-quality apparel, travel staples, and ski/snow gear that fit our coastal-casual lifestyle. Wheth- er gifting cozy layers, adventure upgrades, or winter toys, Mountain Air Sports makes every choice feel thoughtful and ready for the season ahead.

Belrose Estate Jewelers

T reasures from the past make unforgettable gifts, and every jew- el at Belrose carries a life already lived – diamonds that once glowed by candlelight in the 1800s, bracelets that shimmered through exuberant Art Deco nights. Founded in 1967 and now led by second- and third-generation family jewelers, Belrose curates heirlooms with soul. Their Montecito boutique o ers rare diamonds, vintage designer pieces, iconic watches, and collectible handbags, each chosen for its craftsmanship and character. For gifts that hold memory and meaning, Belrose remains a timeless destination.

| (805) 966-1707

Art & Soul

A rt & Soul brings a vibrant, community-centered approach to contemporary art in Santa Barbara’s ARTS District. Showcasing both established and emerging voices, the gallery features coastal landscapes, bold abstracts, mixed media, and sculptural works. Founded by a mother-daughter team, monthly exhibitions and curated events invite visitors into the gallery for meaningful holiday gifting and soulful year-round engagement.

| (805) 724-2470

Silverhorn

The perfect gift can be hard to dream of… at Silverhorn, their experts can realize what is seen in the mind’s eye using the materials, rare gems, and old-world techniques needed to craft it. In Silverhorn’s Coast Village Road studio, design an unforgettable gift with exacting precision or discover one of their own creations in tourmaline, sapphire, diamond, and more. Since 1976, their award-winning team has crafted heirlooms that reflect individuality and imagination. For custom jewelry that marries artistry with enduring quality, Silverhorn stands apart.

SILVERHORN.COM | (805) 969-0442

Peregrine Galleries

alking into Peregrine feels like entering a private collection: the soft gleam of sterling silver, the buttery patina of vintage Chanel, the warm marbled tones of 1930s Bakelite. The assemblage of found treasures is not just from owner Marlene’s decades of travels, but the accumulation of rare finds, wandering eyes, and the clients’ trust in her unparallelled taste.

@PEREGRINEGALLERIES | (805) 252-9659

Deruta Patterned Pottery

Italian Pottery Outlet

rom 1982, the Italian Pottery Outlet has been fami- ly-owned and operated… scouring the Italian coun- tryside each year and curating a standout collection of au- thentic ceramics, kitchenware, and so much more. Imported by the Spalluto family, each item feels as individual as the person receiving them.

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Sacred Heart Drop Pendant

TALON

TALON jewelry creates symbolic, deeply personal adornments inspired by ancient iconography and modern emotion. Designed by Emily Hirsch and handcrafted in Ojai and Los Angeles, each piece carries meaning – whether a Sacred Heart, zodiac charm, or Venetian-glass phoenix. The perfect destination for gifts that feel intimate, intentional, and enduring.

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Santa Barbara Travel Bureau

anta Barbara Travel Bureau makes holiday gifting extraordi nary with tailor‑made travel and VIP Virtuoso benefits. Their expert team will help you plan a sun‑drenched Caribbean adven ture aboard Celebrity Cruises’ Xcel—a brand‑new ship showcasing bold designs and vibrant new venues for unforgettable experienc es both onboard and ashore. From families to couples to celebra‑ tory groups, every detail is crafted to feel seamless and personal.

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Daisy’s Consignment & Auction House is the Tri-Coun- ties’ premier destination for high-quality consignments and professional appraisals – made even more exciting during the holidays. Their lively curated events turn treasure-hunting into a celebration – while Moving Miss Daisy provides expert de- livery and downsizing support. Whether you’re gifting, collect- ing or refreshing your home for the season, you’ll find standout pieces and warm, reliable guidance every step of the way.

Lilac Montecito

Lilac brings holiday dining to life with bold avors, seasonal ingredients, and a stylish, welcoming ambiance. From winter-bright oysters to maple-roasted squash, hearty coq au vin, and a decadent pecan pie, every dish feels crafted for celebration. Whether you’re lingering over brunch or settling in for a cozy dinner, Lilac makes festive meals feel e ortless and beautifully elevated.

LILACMONTECITO.COM | (805) 845-2457

opal Restaurant and Bar

Holiday meals deserve a little sparkle, and opal restaurant and bar delivers it with a lively bistro feel and dishes full of color, comfort, and creativity. Their Eclectic California Cuisine ranges from wood-fired pizzas to the signature lemongrass-crusted salmon, each crafted with care. With a Wine Spectator-honored list and festive craft cocktails, opal becomes a joyful downtown destination all season long.

OPALRESTAURANTANDBAR.COM | (805) 966-9676

Holiday Feast

All that shopping working up an appetite? Stop in for a quick nibble or plan a holiday feast at one of these festive eateries!

Ca’Dario

People dine out during the holidays to savor tradition without the stress — and Ca’Dario serves this on crisp linens and ne dishware. With rich Northern Italian dishes crafted from imported ingredients and local produce, Chef Dario Furlati creates meals worthy of winter celebrations. Add a thoughtful Italian wine list and four welcoming locations, and every holiday gathering becomes easier, warmer, and wonderfully memorable.

CADARIORESTAURANTS.COM | (805) 884-9419

Planning a party or hosting in the home? Wait, is Aunt Sue coming? Chef William takes the guess and guests work out of the holiday equation with a re ned farm-to-table culinary experience, crafting per- sonalized multi-course menus and bespoke catering.

Lucky’s has long been woven into Montecito’s everyday rhythm, making it a natural place for holiday traditions to unfold. The iconic steakhouse atmosphere – bustling bar, white-linen polish, and old-school hospitality – sets the tone for celebratory meals. Take a regular meetup and make it a memorable one this season. Guests return for favorites like Dover sole, prime porterhouse, and the Grand Marnier soufflé, savoring the comfort of familiar flavors made festive. At Lucky’s, holiday dinners feel both special and reassuringly classic with familiar dishes and faces at hand.

| (805) 565-7540

S can here for all of your holiday feasting needs!

Local Ranchers Can Confirm the Hardship.

Ed Seaman is the director of Stewardship at Restoration Oak Farms in Gaviota. Home to Santa Barbara Blueberries, the ranch is perhaps known best for its UPick berry farm, but they also raise a small herd of beef cattle. “We don’t have a lot of cows because we don’t have a long enough grass season,” says Seaman. “But the cows we do have get sent all the way to San Luis Obispo because there’s nowhere in Santa Barbara County where I can get them processed. That shouldn’t have to be a problem, but it is.”

“It’s very difficult if you want to run a grass-fed, locally produced beef program,” says Mary Heyden, co-owner of Ted Chamberlin Ranch, a third-generation family-owned and-operated cattle ranch in Los Olivos. “There’s a limited number of harvesting opportunities, as well as butcher cutting facilities. Most of the ranchers here have to sell into the commercial market because that’s the only market that allows the rancher to stay in the business.”

The going rate for processing of cattle is $2,700 per head, forcing small ranchers to sell their beef at $10/lb, making it hard to compete with the big four producers who can sell their meat for $6-7/lb. For this reason alone, small ranchers are looking for other ways to save on production costs. This new plan of adding a new USDAcertified meat-processing facility closer to home would be critical for alleviating the economical and logistical pressures that small ranchers face.

The plan includes another way to cut production costs: a nonprofit and federal government partnership.

Vocational Training for Federal Inmates

With an inmate population of over 3,000, the Lompoc Federal Correctional Complex – a low-security prison – brings to the operation several links in the meat supply chain, the biggest two being infrastructure and labor.

In fact, the Lompoc prison complex already once housed a USDA-certified processing plant in the past, but let their certification lapse after shifting focus to dairy production. In February of 2022, SBCFAN reached out to the Bureau of Prisons to consider reactivating that space as a facility for meat processing that would serve the public through the nonprofit partnership.

“It was lightning in a bottle,” says Miracle. “It just happened to be that in Lompoc, the federal correctional facility includes a vocational program for high-skilled training in meat butchering, known as VT Meats. What’s more is the Lompoc facility had USDA certification for many years and provided processed meat for other prisons across the system. The lead educator happens to be a Lompoc native who is also an award-winning butcher.”

Labor costs at federal prisons are notoriously low. According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons website, federal inmates are “required to work if they are medically able,” Beef Page 474

e Ca’Dario family wishes you a Happy Holiday & Prosperous New Year!

Chef Dario Furlati

serving our full menu with Traditional Italian Christmas Eve Specials in Montecito, Santa Barbara, and Goleta.

Serving dinner from 4pm to 9:30pm Xmas Eve Closed 12/25/2025

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He began teaching U.S. history at Westmont in 2021, and is completing his first book about America and the opium trade in the 19th century. He was awarded a 2025 Graves Award in the Humanities, which will support his work on his forthcoming book, Flowering Gold: American Capital and the Opium War

The Westmont Foundation sponsors “Westmont Downtown: Conversations About Things That Matter” as well as the annual Westmont President’s Breakfast in late February.

Biologist Offers CommunityIllustrated Field Guide

Amanda Sparkman, Westmont professor of biology and director of environmental studies, has released the third volume in the “California Wild Neighbors” series, Neighbors with Fur: A Family Guide to California Backyard Mammals, with illustrations by Westmont professors, staff, students, alums, children and others in the community. “I hope it offers something for readers of every age who feel a new or renewed sense of connection with their wild neighbors,” she says.

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Other books in the series include Neighbors with and without Scales and Neighbors with Feathers. The books can be purchased at Chaucer’s Books, the Westmont Bookstore and on Amazon.

Sparkman, whose research focuses on the evolution of dwarfism in Channel Islands reptiles and the urban ecology of fence lizards and acorn woodpeckers, teaches courses in ecology, evolution, behavior, ornithology, herpetology, bioethics and environmental studies at Westmont.

The first book in the series, Neighbors with Feathers, was originally handmade by Sparkman with her then eight-yearold son to introduce his toddler brother to commonly seen birds in their yard. Then she decided to ask colleagues and friends and family to join her on an expanded series that could be used for local biodiversity outreach.

Sparkman regularly leads school and church groups on reptile, bird and bat

walks, and curates Westmont Biodiversity (westmontbiodiversity.com), a website that celebrates local biodiversity with campus photos, art and poetry. She’s always looking for new ways to inspire more people to look out the window or go for a walk to encounter the biodiversity in their neighborhoods.

In the “California Wild Neighbors” series, she has enjoyed using her own personal observations in combination with scientific literature to tell one-sentence stories about the 18 species presented in each book.

“Who doesn’t want to know that the cheek pockets of Botta’s pocket gopher are actually separate from the mouth, and lined with fur?” she says. “Learning simple details about a creature that lives in your yard, street, park or trail can make them visible to you in a whole new way. And even if you don’t see them, learning even just one thing about them can make them come alive in your imagination, wondering where they are and what they are doing nearby.”

Nathan Huff, professor of art at Westmont, has enjoyed watching the series develop. “This delightful volume is part field guide, part poetry and all parts wonder!” he says of Neighbors with Fur

Jean Gradias, former STEAM teacher at Cold Spring School now working at the Santa Barbara County Education Office, has enthusiastically contributed illustrations to the series. “What is special about this book series is the way it builds on the curiosity and wonder of the immediately accessible world all around us,” she says.

In addition to this series, Sparkman has also written three novels, Lonely Mountain, A Safer Place, and Nell of the Gulls, which are filled with California wildlife, and engage themes of relationship with wild creatures and landscapes. These books are available both in print and as read-aloud podcasts.

Brunhilde’s startling “Stumproot Mush” you can manage. You will still have to face the turkey. I don’t mean for this holiday message to have the discouraging keynote “no escape!” But there is no escape.

Stuffing

As holiday nouns go, this is one of the more shockingly honest, especially if you’ve ever stood in the kitchen and watched someone partake of this “gratitude ritual.” Whatever indignities the animal was able to avoid in life are visited upon it in the “turkey stuffing” ceremony, which can look more like a post-mortem punishment than a joyous meal prep. If your hairy-forearmed Uncle Carl is angrily yelling “GIT IN THERE!” with every stuffing-thrust, remember that gagging is poor form where gratitude is the keynote.

Turkeys are in fact surprisingly flavorful, with delicate notes of cedar, saffron, and wildflower. But just in case, it is sometimes useful to immerse a turkey in brine for a day or two. Right? Is there any turkey preparation that more frankly confronts the flavorless bird problem? In fairness, the object of soaking the turkey in brine is not to make it taste like the cubist salt lick in the middle of a cow pasture, but to find some way, any way, to get the bird to retain even a teaspoonful of moisture.

Why? Why does this bird turn to heavy-duty cotton wadding after a few hours in the oven? Cuz it’s big, weirdshaped, and as inefficient a heat distributor as anything we try to eat in a spirit of celebration.

Ho Ho Ho &

Fa La La

Turkey vs. Oven. And a Seasonal Mention of Zombies.

The problem is cooking itself, which requires… um… heat? Why is warm food more delicious? We’re told that this is because of the way the TRPM5 in our taste buds is activated by warm foods. TRPM5 is a “cation channel,” a chemical choo-choo (not to infantilize the explanation) that moves signals through cell membranes, triggering sensory experiences like taste. A higher temp on the tongue sends a stronger electrical signal to the brain. You may recall that the brain is that lump of electrified jelly trapped in our heads which decodes the storm of flapdoodle our five senses are sending it every crowded nanosecond. Yes, we’re thankful for our brains, and suitably annoyed at the zombies who would eat them. But… where was I?

Oh, yeah. Heating our food does something less chemically exotic than triggering TRPM5. The heat also kills the microbial life that – if it had its way – would see us projectile vomiting for several days in the wake of a joyous holiday meal. Nobody wants that. Or only a select few of us, anyway. So we need to thoroughly heat our turkey in order to euthanize the microbial jackasses who would otherwise sicken us.

Yes, we are all living things in the wondrous celestial panoply of creation. Having said that, 165º will helpfully annihilate your most mischievous living brethren from the bird’s interior. As both Darwin and Pat Benatar have pointed out, “Love is a Battlefield.”

But getting oven heat to thoroughly permeate the turkey, reliably killing off any and all flagellate life? That’s a puzzle that would’ve vexed Einstein in those moments he wasn’t crazily yammering about “curved space” and such.

The basic problem is one of thermal conduction, which describes how heat moves through solid matter by furtively creeping from particle to particle. In plain language, by the time the heat penetrates to the core of the enormous bird, it has long since turned the outer regions of your turkey to lightly salted fiberglass. The solution is to constantly baste the turkey as you would an imperiled beached dolphin.

Seasonally Thankful

Gratitude is a seasonal ceremony – a curious tradition in which we gather with family and friends around a table, join hands, and stare with abject horror at the beige, steaming centerpiece – a headless ovoid trussed with twine and wearing lil’ paper anklets. In this setting the obscenely wiggling can-shaped cylinder of cranberry sauce beckons like lobster bisque. Here comes December.

Jeff Wing is a journalist, raconteur, autodidact, and polysyllable enthusiast. He has been writing about Montecito and environs since before some people were born. He can be reached at jeff@ montecitojournal.net

Elizabeth’s Appraisals

The Meandering Midwestern Eyes

by Elizabeth Stewart

Apicker with a good eye, AC got lucky and found a small late 19th century watercolor landscape featuring a meandering Midwestern (to my Illinois-bred Midwestern eye) river and a skiff tied to the underbrush. A framer’s label on the back of the simple oak frame tells a great story, almost better than the generic watercolor itself. When researching a painting, pay close attention to the framer’s label. It can tell you not only the once-upona-time economic level of the buyer of work it surrounds, but also the history of the work. (For example, in the late 19th century, if you had a mansion and money, you would have had a gold gilded frame. This frame is plain oak...) The framer’s label reads: Iverson Art Galleries, Milwaukee. From this little label, we can date the art, the social class of the owner, the status of the framer’s shop (the type of clientèle he serviced), and the place and taste of the time and people that enjoyed the art in his shop. All of which – as we will see from this little framed watercolor – is something straight out of The Music Man Broadway show (Gary, Indiana?) a place full of civic pride, and an American Midwestern Anglo-Germanic brand of conservatism and propriety. The story of a frame…

So A, as a picker, found a work of art which is worth about $100, but (as they say), if this work of art could speak, we’d have a $500 story on our hands. John C. Iverson, the founder of the business, manufactured picture frames, cabinets, mirrors, and moldings, and delved into carpentry used for undertaking. His shop is pictured on the “Urban Milwaukee” website as it appeared in 1879, shot in that day by a certain H.H. Bennett, a purveyor of stereographs (more about him later). The imposing late 19th century Beaux-Arts style storefront was located on Water Steet south of Mason Street. Behind its 12-foot tall plate glass win-

Sometimes the story of the frame is worth more than the art

Iverson find 100 imposing Milwaukee sites in a city that in 1885 boasted a population of 120,000 souls?

The book cost Iversen some cash to create, as well as the helpful boosterism of the higher caste Milwaukeeans. The photogravure process is a “fancy,” specialized, high-craft process featuring etching baths and a copper plate press and is more exacting and expensive than the comparatively simple silver gelatin photo processing. In photogravure, a photo is etched onto a copper plate, which is then burned with acid and inked to press onto paper. This creates a high contrast rich tonal range from the deepest black to the white of the paper.

dows, one can see works of art which place the aesthetic taste of the shop owner as straightforwardly conservative (no nudes, “modern” art, or art photos in his shop).

Iverson was a major Milwaukee civic leader: he formed a committee of businessmen who single-handedly brought a professional ball club to the city in 1880; the Milwaukee Brewers were born in 1884.

Iverson was a big booster for the newfangled process called photography, and he befriended a photographer from the Wisconsin Dells – the aforementioned H.H. Bennett who, as mentioned, produced tourist stereographs. For over 10 years the two men sold shots of “exotic” Wisconsin to collectors of stereographic view cards, those near identical photographs paired side by side to produce, when properly viewed, the illusion of a 3-D image. Many American middle-class families could afford these cards, and avidly collected views of their vacation spots, as well as places in the world they would never visit. The exotic Wisconsin views would include the Dells, and the city of Baraboo –nicknamed “Circus City” due to the Ringling Brothers having settled in Baraboo in 1875 and performed their first show in nearby Mazomanie, WI in 1882. By the 1930s the Ringling Brothers Circus would be the largest and most famous circus in the world.

ACs frame – worth a bunch of good stories, and encompassing a watercolor that handily exemplifies the nice conservative Milwaukee taste of 1885 – is valued today at $100.

I visited the Ringling Brothers Circus Museum when I was 11 with my three siblings and mom, and upon a visit to Albert Ringling’s Romanesque Revival Mansion (1906), we kids stood in a line listening to the loud old circus calliope, brought there by the eldest of the five famous Ringling Brothers.

Back to the Iverson Company, which in 1880 sold a middle-class Wisconsinite the little watercolor. Iverson, as we have said, saw the earning potential in the new art form of photography, and around 1885 published a collection of 100 photogravures of notable Milwaukee sites and buildings called “Milwaukee Illustrated.” How did

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Happy 125th Anniversary to All Saints-By-the-Sea Parish

The weekend of November 1 - 2, All Saints-By-the-Sea Parish Montecito celebrated its 125th anniversary with its community. The celebration featured a concert, champagne reception, Sunday religious services and brunch. MJ congratulates the parish, Pastor Rev. Channing Smith and Associate Director Rev. Christina Miller

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Vandalism / 800 block Buena Vista Drive

Sunday, November 09, at 15:34 hours

Deputies were contacted after a homeowner returned home following a less than 24 hour absence to find items around her home misplaced, protein shakes missing from her fridge, and closets rummaged through. The Reporting Party discovered an open bathroom window which was believed to be the method of entry as all doors were locked and there were no signs of forced entry. At this time, no significant items appeared to be missing. There were no surveillance cameras on the property and the empty protein shakes were located just outside where the open bathroom window was located and collected to be processed.

Vehicle Vandalism / 2200 block Calle Culebra, Summerland

Monday, November 10, at 10:31 hours

Deputies responded to a victim reporting his Tesla was broken into overnight, and his wallet, golf clubs, and golf shoes were taken from the vehicle. The victim’s AMEX card was used at four separate locations the following morning. Video surveillance at Summerland Fuel Depot identified a suspect, capturing them using the victim’s card at a gas pump. Video footage at Target and Home Depot in Goleta captured a female making purchases of $333 and $709, however she has not successfully been identified yet. Investigation ongoing, followup to be conducted.

Vandalism / 200 block Butterfly Lane

Tuesday, November 11, at 07:33 hours

Deputies responded to a call of unknown suspect(s) having forced entry into a residence through a rear slider door and having cut the screen. It is unknown what was taken or when this occurred. The residence was last seen undisturbed on 10/19/25.

Domestic Violence and Meth / 2100 block Ortega Hill

Thursday, November 13, at 10:36 hours

Deputies responded to a call of a neighbor yelling and screaming. Upon arrival deputies contacted the victim. The victim stated they and the suspect had dated in the past. On the evening in question, subject entered victim’s home without their consent and attempted to steal two $500 guitars. When victim confronted subject, subject shoved victim causing them to fall to the ground and sustain minor visible injuries. Subject was arrested and found in possession of suspected methamphetamines. They were transported and booked at SBJ.

Phone/Bank Scam / 800 block Chelham Way

Saturday, November 15, at 09:34 hours

Deputies responded to a victim reporting that she was being contacted telephonically by a male claiming to be a representative of the U.S. Bank Fraud Department. During the conversation, the suspect sent the victim several text messages and emails that appeared to come from US Bank. The victim authorized two MoneyGram transfers for a total of $5,190. The victim was suspicious and called MoneyGram, where she discovered the money was cashed in Rhode Island by a “Hugh Alton Martin.” She contacted US Bank who confirmed she had been scammed. An open-source internet search revealed the suspect to be a 34-year-old male in Rhode Island with multiple priors for similar offences. A report was taken and forwarded to the Warwick Police Department in Rhode Island.

As before, starting in January the productions will then tour numerous other cities (currently 16), playing in rep with the same multi-talented nine-person cast.

“It was a very fruitful collaboration before,” Brain said during a break from tech rehearsal. “Rubicon is ideal in a partnership, as a theater where we can actually spend some time, which we cherish. The shows were really helped by their time in Ventura.”

Putting Dream together with Expectations highlights similarities between the two works, even though the English classics were written nearly 300 years apart.

“Both are coming-of-age stories at their core,” Brain said. “They’re about young people really struggling to find out who they are, what their place is in the larger society and community – on top of which is that they’re both love stories. People think of Dickens as Scrooge or dying orphans or chimney sweeps – various horrifying elements of Victorian era London. But the novel and our stage adaptation are both very funny and actually quite sweet. He rewrote the end of his novel after some negative feedback from his editors, which really makes it end in something long-lasting. That matches Dream, which is also a story about young love and how it is not always a smooth path.”

What they also have in common, Brain said, is providing a challenge to the company players, who have already spent eight weeks in rehearsal prior to arriving at RTC, serving the mission that is hard-wired into the group’s name: The Acting Company. What makes that an even more difficult endeavor is that the same cast –nine actors this time around – perform in both productions, including many of them playing several roles in at least one of the plays.

“These shows really lift up the virtuosity of the performer,” Brain said. “Some of these actors are carrying between four and six roles per show. With Great Expectations, which we commissioned, the playwright was excited by the idea of watching different characters live in the same bodies in a single night. Many of the doublings are very intentional.”

The Miss Havisham role is played by the same actress who portrays Mrs. Joe, with all of the ramifications of the divergent characters.

“You get to watch that actress embody both the highest levels of class and society and one of the lower levels,” Brain said. “Nikki was particularly interested in focusing on the trauma and transformation that connects a lot of these characters. You’re seeing the character transition over time, and seeing as well that all of these characters can exist within a single body. And she’s made it feel contemporary so that it’s recognizable to anyone that has ever engaged with the myth of the American dream… Those barrier lines between the class structures are as impermeable now as they were back then. You see how love (and ambition) can be toxic in all (their) different parts.”

Lest anyone be leery of seeing either or both of the shows because of the Elizabethan and Victorian turns of language, Brain took pains to dissuade just concerns.

“These are very visceral retellings of these stories,” he said. “Sure, there’s beautiful language in them, but they are hilarious and heartfelt in a way that I think is going to be a great night out at the theater.”

Steven Libowitz has covered a plethora of topics for the Journal since 1997, and now leads our extensive arts and entertainment coverage

This year’s RTC-TAC collaboration is part of Rubicon’s Winterfest, which boasts a number of ancillary events. Wilson is joined by RTC regulars Joe Spano and Sylvie Davidson for a December 7 benefit reading of a new work called Better Angels, written and directed by Dakin Matthews. Broadway veterans David Burnham and Jennifer Leigh Warren star in Rubicon Christmas Memories in a benefit concert with youth of RTC education programs on December 12, and a Tiny Tots concert takes place December 13. Visit www.rubicontheatre.org.

To slow the pace for an afternoon, River Oaks Hot Springs offers semi-private mineral tubs overlooking vineyards. A flight of Paso wines pairs unexpectedly well with warm water and open sky, the sort of quiet luxury that turns a simple pause into a memory.

Paso’s culinary scene continues to evolve, and evenings in town reveal that creative spirit. The Alchemists’ Garden, founded by four bartenders who met on the beaches of Puerto Rico, is a temple of imaginative mixology. Their cocktails are crafted with curiosity and intention, the atmosphere vibrant yet intimate.

Dinner at BL Brasserie offers another dimension of Paso’s dining culture. Classic French dishes, prepared with local ingredients, are served in a setting that feels timeless. It is a place where conversation lingers,

Chef William delivers sophisticated farm-to-table catering and private chef services, specializing in personalized multi-course menus. Using fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, he creates memorable dining experiences that celebrate the vibrant flavors, culture, and people of the region—tailored to each client’s unique vision.

where the pairing of Paso and France feels natural, almost inevitable. No exploration of Paso Robles is complete without venturing to the broader Central Coast. At Allegretto Vineyard Resort, breakfast becomes an unhurried ritual followed by a guided walk through its extraordinary art collection. This Tuscan-inspired sanctuary encourages reflection, harmony, and joyful wandering. It is an ideal overnight escape, or a serene midmorning pause.

Farther west, perched above the sea, we visited Hearst Castle, which remains one of California’s most iconic landmarks. William Randolph Hearst’s legendary estate, La Cuesta Encantada, offers terraced gardens, tiled pools, and sweeping coastal views. Its grandeur feels almost otherworldly, yet it is deeply tied to the cultural heritage of the Central Coast. Each visit reveals new details, new stories tucked within its halls.

Lunch in the charming village of Cambria brought us to Robin’s, a beloved restaurant set in a historic adobe home. With its storybook garden, warm hospitality, and globally inspired dishes made from local bounty, it captures the soul of this coastal community.

As evening fell, Sensorio awakened. Spread across 35 acres, this dreamlike landscape illuminates the Paso hills with thousands of glowing spheres, shimmering light towers crafted from wine bottles, and interactive installations that blend color, music, and movement. Whether you arrive at sunset for golden hour or step into the darkness once the lights fully rise, the experience stirs something quiet and childlike. Dinner on site offers comforting, delicious fare, from fried pickles to grilled sandwiches and indulgent desserts, best enjoyed beside fire pits or

while wandering the artful glow.

Paso Robles is a region defined by devotion: to craft, to land, to heritage, to hospitality. It is a place where winemakers, chefs, artists, and dreamers shape experiences with care. My days here reminded me why the Central Coast holds my heart, and why it deserves to be shared with the world.

If you are planning a visit, prepare to be welcomed by a landscape that encourages you to pause, savor, and rediscover beauty in its most generous expression. Paso Robles has a way of settling into your spirit, the kind of place that lingers long after you have left. I look forward to returning, and I hope our paths cross

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and usually earn anywhere from 12-40 cents per hour for work such as food service, plumbing, or groundskeeping services, though there are some exceptions to this norm. In California, Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a bill awarding the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour to incarcerated firefighters while on active firefighting duty.

It’s yet to be determined whether or not any such allowance – or something akin to it – might be made for the Lompoc inmates in this butchery vocational program. But despite the typically low wages, these kinds of programs rarely have trouble finding inmates willing to participate.

Vocational programs are popular among federal inmates less so for the immediate pay provided than for the credentialing and connections that can be made with potential future employers. Inmate participation in the program plays a pivotal role in building a dependable pipeline of skilled workers for the meat industry. At present, there’s a dearth of highly skilled butchers in the workforce, but inmate workers receiving training and experience in prison could parlay that training into butcher jobs upon release. In California, experienced butchers tend to earn yearly salaries ranging from $50-65K per year.

Investing in Local Beef Production

SBCFAN’s plan to open the meat processing plant in Lompoc has been in the works for four years, and yes, it was partially a reaction to the COVID pandemic, a force majeure event that revealed weaknesses in the food supply chain.

“You cannot have food security unless your food is local. Period,” says Seaman.

To bolster Santa Barbara’s local meat production, reduce carbon emissions from the laborious long-distance transport of cows, provide invaluable hands-on job training for incarcerated people, ease the logistical pressures within the meat industry,

and give consumers access to humanely-raised meat, SBCFAN is currently raising funds to the tune of $13M. This will go towards building the meat processing plant at Lompoc, creating an online food hub to facilitate meat processing orders, formalizing institutional procurement contracts with regional ranchers, and developing a workforce pipeline for formerly incarcerated individuals.

“The Lompoc program would allow us to provide meat cuts that open up to more people,” says Mary Heyden. “There always used to be a community butcher. We don’t have that anymore, but giving that training opportunity to people who can cut and wrap our product is quite brilliant.”

SBCFAN effectively acts as the hub between all parties – independent ranchers, retail and institutional buyers, workforce agencies, and the Bureau of Prisons – to promote a harmonious workflow between all parties. It’s a role that the organization had to get used to.

“We wondered if we were suddenly becoming the doers instead of the supporters of the doers,” said Miracle. “Then it was clear the SBCFAN could both create a program that could ensure the nonprofit’s sustainability and be the connective tissue so the doers could turn from surviving to thriving.”

Everybody needs to eat. For that reason alone, the people who grow our food should never have to feel jeopardized by a financial squeeze. The ultimate goal for SBCFAN is maintaining a local food ecosystem for the benefit of the whole community, growers and consumers alike.

“We want to address the root causes of systems, rather than putting a ‘Band-aid on a bullet hole,’” said Miracle. “We Americans have been good at Band-aids, but the problems remain.”

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Calendar of Events

by Steven Libowitz

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30

Hanging 12 in Midtown – Chaucer’s Bookstore hosts author Claudia Lebenthal , former surfing world champion (and Montecito resident) Shaun Tomson , and TV/film writer-director Chris Carter for a talk and signing of Surfer Stories: 12 Untold Stories by 12 Writers about 12 of the World’s Greatest Surfers . As the title indicates, the book is a collection of unique, revealing and intimate stories about a dozen of the world’s greatest surfers, including Tomson and fellow locals Kelly Slater and Tom Curren . Each is told by a different writer, including surf journalists, surfers, authors, celebrities and musicians (including Santa Barbara rock star Chris Shiflett of Foo Fighters) and who all share a passion for the thrilling sport of riding waves. Lebenthal is the founder of a digital publication called Style of Sport , coauthor of Stoked: The Evolution of Action Sports , and a former photography and visual director at Condé Nast publications including Allure, Women’s Sports & Fitness , and SELF . Carter, the former editor of Surfing Magazine who created The X-Files and later the movies based on the hit TV series, joins Tomson, who does double duty in the book as both subject and writer (on Kelly Slater), in discussing the project and the sport with Lebenthal.

WHEN: 4 pm

WHERE: Chaucer’s, 3321 State St. in Loreto Plaza Shopping Center

COST: free

INFO: (805) 682-6787 or www.chaucersbooks.com

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27-DECEMBER 30

Oh, Deer! Nack Is Back – Remember when veteran Santa Barbara artist Brad Nack said he was done with painting a huge herd of miniature reindeer oils every year after more than 20 years creating the caribou collections for annual December shows? Well that lasted not long at all, as Nack resumed the painstaking practice he’d been perfecting for more than a generation two years later – including skipping one for the pandemic. Not only that, but this year there are two different exhibits of the “100% Reindeer Art Show” crop of always whimsical and curiously cute critters evincing emotions that range from rage, fear and boredom to affection and glee. A new show opens tonight at SB MidMod, Tracey Strobel ’s Funk Zone shop (223 Anacapa Street) devoted to, yep, mid-century modern design not far from the now-defunct MichaelKate Interiors where Nack once had much of his much larger work displayed. The smaller group (just 25 paintings) will stay up through the holidays, but longtime fans will want to mark their calendars for Friday, December 5, for Nack’s usual one-night stand in The Green Room toward the back of Restaurant Roy, a see-and-be-seen event boasting the latest batch of the bountiful beasts – the ones he was still probably finishing as I write this. Each work is beautifully and uniquely framed and priced between $200$500 to sell on the spot and remove on your way out. It’s often mayhem when the doors open and the masses rush forward to claim one or more of the miniature wintertime mammal masterpieces to start or add to their collection. And because they’re so close, you have to get up close and personal not only to the paintings but also other people in the intimate space. Watch your antlers.

WHEN: 6-9 pm

WHERE: Roy, 7 W. Carrillo St.

COST: free

INFO: (805) 331-3351 or www.bradnack.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30

McBroom Meets Marjorie for More – It was exactly eight months ago that Golden Globe Award-winning singer-songwriter Amanda McBroom – whose career received a rocket boost when Bette Midler covered her song “The Rose” in 1979 – made her much-belated Santa Barbara debut in a benefit concert for the Center for Successful Aging (CSA) at the Marjorie Luke Theatre. This afternoon, Ojai-based McBroom returns to the same venue for the same cause, to perform her popular holiday concert “Wintersong,” titled after her album of the same name, with a set of diverse standards and original songs of the season. There are some Christmas classics as well as seasonal songs from genres that range from country and jazz to theatrical and medieval, with the common theme of being tunes people can sing along with. Even when the songs or arrangements may not seem familiar, McBroom keeps the lines of connection open by her ability to communicate with the audience and her commitment to make the concert as accessible both to people who celebrate Christmas and those who do not. In other words, simply having a wonderful wintertime.

WHEN: 3 pm

WHERE: Marjorie Luke Theatre, 721 E. Cota Street

COST: $28.50 general, $45 VIP seating

INFO: www.csasb.org

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2

Great Tunes for Giving Tuesday – Six pairs of musician couples come together for Santa Barbara Education Foundation’s benefit concerts – courtesy of its Keep the Beat! Program, which provides instruments and funding for music education in Santa Barbara public schools. The devoted dozen include the concert series organizers Irene Fredricey & Jim Thomas plus Jessica Bortman & Michael Andrews, Kimberly Ford & Stan Krome, Donna Greene & Greg Loeb, Jan Ingram & Henry Garrett, and Misha Osborne & Scott Branch, who will share the stage at SOhO for a special show that follows themed evening events called Valentine’s Day Sweethearts Concert and Summer of Love Couples Concert. Students from BRAVO!, an after-school music program that is also supported by SBEF, will open the concert.

WHEN: 5:30-7:30 pm

WHERE: SOhO, 1221 State St., upstairs in Victoria Court

COST: $15 in advance, $20 at the door; $10 SB Educators

INFO: (805) 962-7776 or www.sohosb.com

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3

Hard to Lee – Set sail for a SOhO show with two-time Grammy winning guitar legend Albert Lee, who also once claimed five consecutive Guitar Player magazine’s “Best Country Guitarist” awards, and is still active at 81, making records (Lay It Down in 2024) and playing gigs. Lee, who is known for blazing speed, enviable technique and pioneering hybrid-picking style on the Telecaster guitar, has credits that include five years working with Eric Clapton, 20 with the Everly Brothers, membership in Emmylou Harris’ Hot Band alongside Rodney Crowell, and Ricky Skaggs, who later scored a No. 1 hit with Lee’s “Country Boy.” Nowadays his concerts are considered equal parts history lesson, masterclass and pure country-rock joy.

WHEN: 7 pm

WHERE: SOhO, 1221 State St., upstairs in Victoria Court

COST: $40

INFO: (805) 962-7776 or www.sohosb.com

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

Holiday Hubbub at the Hub – Celebrate the season sustainably at the EC’s Green Holiday Market, a festive pop-up propelled by eco-friendly shopping,

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2 & THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

December Docs – The CarseyWolf Center at UCSB closes out the fall quarter with a pair of documentaries of divergent styles and subjects. Emmy-winning filmmaker James Jones ’ Antidote (2024) is an immersive and chilling nonfiction film that unfolds like a spy thriller, following three whistleblowers and activists who risk everything to reveal the inner workings of Vladimir Putin ’s regime: a scientist from Russia’s secret poison program who attempts a daring escape; a prominent political activist who survives two poisonings only to face trial for treason; and the investigative journalist whose reporting on state-sponsored assassinations places him in mortal danger and forces him into hiding. Their real-time struggles reveal the profound dangers of speaking truth to power, an issue becoming a bigger problem here at home. The activist, Vladimir Kara-Murza , join moderator Sara Pankenier Weld (UCSB German and Slavic Studies) for a post-screening discussion…. In The Last Picture Shows, filmmaker Rustin Thompson journeys 10,825 miles to visit 123 theaters in 10 states on a search for traces of what was once a center of small-town life: the movie theater. (Hence the title based on the 1971 Peter Bogdanovich film). Thompson finds a range of venues from long abandoned and forgotten cinemas to theaters struggling to hold on and even some that are not only surviving but thriving. Thompson will be on hand for a special preview screening followed by a conversation with Ross Melnick , the interim director of the CWC who also appears in the film, and Prof. Rich Farrell

WHEN: 7 pm December 2 (Antidote) & 4 (Picture)

WHERE: Pollock Theater, UCSB campus

COST: free (reservations recommended)

INFO: (805) 893-5903 or www.carseywolf.ucsb.edu/pollock

creative crafting and community cheer. Visit a curated lineup of almost 20 climate-conscious vendors offering thoughtful sustainably made gifts, including ceramics, jewelry, driftwood art, paper goods, vintage ware plus regenerative artisan foods and beverages. The collaborative event, co-hosted by Beachside Babes Market and CEC, also features flash tattoos, the chance to create your own upcycled charm bracelet or necklace, and sustainable gift wrapping from local Girl Scouts. Sip on cider or cocoa as you browse and handle a hefty chunk of your holiday shopping while supporting both Santa Barbara makers and the planet.

WHEN: 5-8 pm

WHERE: CEC Environmental Hub, 1219 State St. COST: free admission

INFO: (805) 963-0583 or https://cec.pub/CEC-green-holiday-market-2025

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3

An Ocean of Emotion – Bestselling novelist, award-winning poet and MacArthur “Genius Award” fellow Ocean Vuong has won strong praise for his fearless conviction to portraying everyday life in 21st-century America. His 2019 fiction debut On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous was an immediate bestseller and a finalist for the 2020 PEN/Faulkner Award, while his new novel, The Emperor of Gladness draws deeply on his experience as a young Vietnamese American immigrant, navigating the randomness of service-industry jobs and discovering unexpected connections through elder care. Free pre-signed copies of Gladness will be distributed at tonight’s talk.

WHEN: 7:30 pm

WHERE: UCSB Campbell Hall COST: $30

INFO: (805) 893-3535 or https://artsandlectures.ucsb.edu

Experience

But Cruz is equally pleased with how SBMA decided to present The Impressionist Revolution in tandem with a show that comes from the museum’s own impressive collection. Encore: 19th Century French Art from the Santa Barbara Museum of Art boasts more than 40 works – 19th-century paintings and photographs – in an exhibition that takes visitors on a virtual tour of Parisian sites such as Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower, not to mention the famed French Riviera, the cliffs of Normandy, lush rural farms in the countryside, and to the places the artists traveled, including London, the Netherlands, and Germany. The idea was to both recreate the milieu of these artists and reveal the breadth and importance of SBMA’s vast holdings.

“It was a perfect way to focus on our own extraordinary collection of French 19th century work, which incidentally includes four really great Monet paintings,” Cruz crowed. “It also provides context for the works from Dallas because you are immediately placed in Paris as something of a trip around the city and other areas where French impressionism went. There are posters from the cafés and the nightclubs and Montmartre. The photographs actually document the building of the city. It’s wonderful to be able to make connections between our collection and collections from other museums. It’s a really great partnership between the two exhibitions.”

Beyond the compelling exhibitions, Cruz & Co. have also been working behind the scenes to strengthen SBMA’s commitment to its mission and continue to make the museum as accessible as possible. To that end, locals from the tri-county area receive free admission every second Sunday of the month, while 1st Thursdays art walk evenings remain free for everyone. Under Cruz’s steward-

ship, the museum has also vastly scaled back the museum store, exchanging its storefront space to enhance SBMA’s education programming, which serves more than 20,000 people annually.

“Our mission is to integrate art into the lives of people, with one of the core areas being education,” she said. “It [education center] was offsite in a McCormick House which is about eight blocks away. Now the store is part of the education department. The kids are on site. They can go from a workshop up into the galleries with their teachers and our teaching artists and make connections between what they see in the galleries and the art they’re making downstairs. It activates the entire museum, because visitors get to see them having fun. It’s much better to have everything happening in this one building.”

Of course, all of these endeavors, including the show from Dallas, take a lot of funding. Beyond foundations and philanthropists, the museum requires support from the community to continue to undertake such expensive exhibitions.

“In my mind, it’s almost a test because this [show] was quite a heavy lift for us and we need to have people pay to come in so that we can actually cover our costs at the minimum,” Cruz said. “If this community really wants this kind of show – and it looks like they do – then we need them to support it.”

Visitors over the holidays should also help, as the exhibits stay up through January 25. Meanwhile, those who want to go a step beyond can show they care by becoming members, Cruz said.

“It’s a great way to support this beloved Santa Barbara institution,” she said. “It’s not just something transactional like buying a ticket to see the one exhibition. It’s really about supporting culture in the city.”

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others that were in ruins, mere shells of their former usefulness.”

For the Art Study Club’s 1907 annual exhibition, the reviewer wrote, “Conspicuous in the collection were the oil studies of a new and very gifted club member. The subjects were mostly local landscapes and were painted in a big way, showing great natural talent and magnificent technique. A picture which attracted such attention was a bit of

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Thad and Ludmilla, seen here on the porch of their home in Santa Barbara, had moved to 411 E. Sola Street in 1906 where he had also a separate two-story studio. (photo courtesy of Santa Barbara Historical Museum)

Monterey coast showing the sand dunes in the foreground. The simplicity of the subject required the utmost skill on the part of the artist to attain the desired effect, which was strikingly realist.” The artist, of course, was Ludmilla.

For the next several years, glowing comments about Ludmilla’s work were often in the local newspapers. In 1919 a rotating exhibit of Ludmilla’s life’s work was held at 1210 State Street. Six paintings a week were shown. The paintings included Mission Ridge Before the Gringo Came, Rincon Mountain (painted from and showing Montecito Park in the old days), The Dixie Thompson Ranch, Sunset in the Mountains (a painting of the Sexton place), The Hills That Fremont Knew (San Marcos Pass after the dawn has just broken), Santa Barbara Channel and The Oaks. There was hardly an inch of Santa Barbara’s countryside that hadn’t been illuminated by her brush.

At the end of that year, Thaddeus Welch died, and Ludmilla continued living at 411 E. Sola. By 1920, her sister Anna Pilat Knight had come to live with her. This being the time of a great cultural renaissance in Santa Barbara, Arthur Farwell had come to town to establish a Community Chorus and instigate the formation of the Santa Barbara School of the Arts. Both Anna and Ludmilla joined the chorus.

In 1922, the Santa Barbara School of the Arts held a tea to honor the painters whose work had been exhibited in the gallery at the school. Ludmilla’s work was among the paintings by Mary Corning Winslow Black, Ed Borein, Carl Oscar Bord, Dudley S. Carpenter, Lockwood DeForest, Fernand Lungren, Thomas Moran, Martha Wheeler Baxter, Alexander Harmer, DeWitt Parshall, and Lilia Tuckerman.

That same year, Anna and Ludmilla

Another view of house that Ludmilla built is on display at the current exhibit “Ludmilla” at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. (courtesy photo)

began building their own adobe home on the top hill of the Utopian community called Fellowship Colony, which they had joined two years previously. They did all the work themselves – with the exception of a male carpenter to handle the heavy timbers, and laborers to make the adobe bricks. Almost every day they walked from their home on East Sola to

their place on the Mesa and back again when their day’s work was done.

In 1925 Ludmilla Pilat Welch suffered an asthma attack and died on a train while traveling to her hometown of Ossining, New York. Her homes and property were inherited by her sister Anna and remained in the possession of Pilat descendents for many years. She lived her life with verve and heart and turned privation into adventure. The sixteen-year-old schoolgirl had grown into a unique and impressive woman.

Sources: Contemporary newspaper articles; California Art Research, Volume 3, pages 42-72. Originally a Works Progress Administration book from 1937. Now online at https:// digitalassets.lib.berkeley.edu/cara/ucb/ text/Cara_Volume_03.pdf#58; Ossining Historical Museum resources; various art galleries monographs on Thad.

The Santa Barbara Historical Museum exhibit that features the work of the artist Ludmilla Pilat Welch has been extended to the beginning of March.

Ludmilla made a specialty of painting both the extant and crumbling adobes. Many of them have disappeared from the Santa Barbara landscape. Seen here is the Ramirez Adobe which was “rescued” and reimagined by artist and architect Mrs. Murphy Vhay in the 1920s. Ever thrifty, Ludmilla painted many of her subjects on whatever came to hand, cigar box lids being a particular favorite. (photo courtesy of Santa Barbara Historical Museum)

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Elements, oil on cardboard (1925) for its distinct abstract prelude of what’s to come next in art.

As I was setting up my photograph of the newest board members, a rumor swept through Ludington Court that a fashion designer icon had just entered. I went to the meet and greet area to find Amada Cruz, the Eichholz Foundation Director, welcoming Betsey Johnson with her beau, the architect and Zen sumi-e artist Edward D’Andrea The couple had just arrived from their casa in Paradise Cove Malibu. Johnson is a recipient of the 2015 CFDA Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award. In what would be million-to-one odds, my outfit for this soiree included my quilted Betsey Johnson black shoulder bag with her logo in gold metal on the front. Waiting for the right moment to approach, I greeted Johnson and showed her my bag, rather her bag!

ORDER FOR PUBLICATION

OF SUMMONS OR CITATION:

CASE No. 25CV06178. Notice to Defendant:  John Coons: You are being sued by Plaintiff:  Danielle Loveall.  You and the plaintiff must go to court on December 15, 2025 at 9 am in Department 3 of the Superior Court of California,  Santa Barbara, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. If you do not go to court, you may lose the case. If you lose, the court can order that your wages, money, or property be taken to pay this claim. Bring witnesses, receipts, and any evidence you need to prove your case. Name and address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara,  1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93121-1107 Filed October 2, by Sarah Sisto, Deputy Clerk. Published November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2025

She laughed and said, “Oh how great! I don’t even have one of mine with me tonight! You know my design team is just wonderful, and they keep me on top of everything.” She introduced me to D’Andrea and we talked about his art, which he shows in a gallery in Malibu. Oh yes, we did take a number of photos together with Johnson pointing to her logo on my bag!

Midway into the cocktail reception, guests were called to hear the welcome remarks by Cruz. She began by saying, “We are about to do a reveal!” With that she opened her jacket to reveal the Monet t-shirt to oohs and aahs with a wild applause. Continuing on she said, “We are here to celebrate two important exhibits – Monet to Matisse and Encore – with our Circle members and new friends of friends of the museum. I cannot overstate how important these exhibitions are as they were quite revolutionary in their time. We now have

eleven Monet’s under one roof here at the SBMA, four of which are our own Monets thanks to Leslie Ridley-Tree and members in this room. Friday was Monet’s birthday, so let’s celebrate that. [glasses clinking] The outpouring of support is amazing as this is your museum. The Historic Landmark Commission gave us support for the SBMA’s outdoor art signage painted front steps.” She concluded with providing thanks to exhibition sponsors, donors, local artists, and her team.

Do take the time to visit these exhibits, and why not take in a drawing class or a lecture while you’re at it?

These impressionist exhibits give us the space to breathe and exhale in a busy world, perhaps feeling that which Monet felt when he said [full quote], “I want to paint the air that surrounds the bridge, the house, the boat – the beauty of the

air in which these objects are located. Yet it is nothing short of impossible.”

411: www.sbma.net

And that’s a wrap till next week! Do email me if you have society news or an experience we can do together! Xx JAC

Joanne A Calitri is a professional international photographer and journalist. Contact her at: artraks@ yahoo.com

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ORDER FOR PUBLICATION OF SUMMONS OR CITATION:  CASE No. 25FL01889. Notice to Defendant:  Charles R. Rudd, Jr.: You are being sued by Plaintiff: Tennysha Marie Begum. You and the plaintiff must go to court on January 7, 202 at 1:30 pm in Department 3 of the Superior Court of California,  Santa Barbara, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. If you do not go to court, you may lose the case. If you lose, the court can order that your wages, money, or property be taken to pay this claim. Bring witnesses, receipts, and any evidence you need to prove your case. Name and address of the court: Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara,  1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93121-1107. Filed October 22 and 23, by Nicolette Barnard, Deputy Clerk. Published November 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2025

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. 25CV06655. To all interested parties: Petitioners Cynthia Hawkes and Paul Arria filed a petition with Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, for a decree changing their daughter’s

name from --Arria to Leila Hawkes-Arria

The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Filed November 14, 2025 by Narzralli Baksh. Hearing date: January 12, 2026 at 10 am in Dept. 5, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published November 27, December 4, 11, 18, 2025

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. 25CV06644. To all interested parties: Petitioner Brandon Christopher LEcuyer filed a petition with Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, for a decree changing name from Brandon Christopher LEcuyer to Brandon Christopher Lipes-LEcuyer. The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Filed November 3, 2025 by Narzralli Baksh. Hearing date: January 9, 2026 at 10 am in Dept. 4, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 2025 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME: CASE No. 25CV06204. To all interested parties: Petitioner Robyn Suzanne Rosas-Renner filed a petition with Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara, for a decree changing name from Robyn Suzanne Rosas-Renner to Robyn Suzanne Rose. The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Filed October 21, 2025 by Sarah Soto. Hearing date: December 12, 2025 at 10 am in Dept. 4, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Published November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2025

Curator’s Choice

Most museum drawers don’t look anything like this. To help researchers find the specimens they need to consult, a typical drawer of specimens is organized based on how organisms are related to each other, and therefore contains specimens that look similar. This feast for the eyes represents a slice of the mollusk marine diversity preserved in the Invertebrate Zoology Collections at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Several drawers in this particular cabinet have been curated to be an all-you-can-eat buffet of shape and color, so curators giving tours can open the eye candy cabinet and astound you with the variety of mollusks.

The Museum and Sea Center are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day, but are great places to bring the family on any other day throughout the holidays.

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purchased a World Series Dodger baseball signed by Will Smith from Bob Murphy’s incredible sports memorabilia collection, displayed in the neighboring State & Fig, where guests gathered for delicious bites. Reflecting on the milestone, Holly said they feel “so blessed” to have spent 15 years in La Arcada. Her favorite part of running the boutique? “Our customers and our staff – the interaction, love,

happiness, and joy we can bring to people, especially when they are looking for gifts,” she said.

Among the guests were Carolyn Williams , Chana Jackson , Linda Rosso , Contessa Diane Brighton , Chuck Schlosser, Karen Kawaguchi, Dana Hansen, David Bolton, and Gonzalo Sarmiento. by Maria McCall

Richard sends his thanks for your many cards and good wishes, they are deeply appreciated. He reports that he’s improving every day, though there’s plenty of therapy ahead. Please continue sending your news and updates to his ever-helpful sidekick, Priscilla (805city@gmail.com).

Recording Requested by Thyne Berglund & Co.

After Recording Return to Brock K. Berglund Thyne Berglund & Co.

1290 Coast Village Rd., Ste 200 Montecito, CA 93108

APN: 023-172-010 TS#:CA25-081301

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED JUNE 5, 2024. 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.

Notice is hereby given that on Friday December 19, 2025, at 12:00 pm under the atrium on the southwest side of the Superior Court of California County of Santa Barbara at 1100 Anacapa St, in the City of Santa Barbara, County of Santa Barbara, State of California, Thyne Berglund & Co., Trustee, whose street address is 1290 Coast Village Rd. Montecito, California 93108, and whose telephone number is (805)-330-3215, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, the real property described below.

The real property is located in the City of Santa Barbara, County of Santa Barbara, State of California. It is commonly described as 827 Cheltenham Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105. The county assessor parcel number for the property is : 023-172-010 The following is the legal description of the property:

LOT 84 OF MISSION CANYON HEIGHTS, IN THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA, COUNTY OF SANT A BARBARA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 20, PAGE 37 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, AND FURTHER DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE MOST NORTHEASTERLY CORNER OF LOT NO. 10 IN BLOCK "F" OF THE EL SOL SE ACUESTA TRACT, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 9 OF "MAPS AND SURVEYS" AT PAGES 92 AND 93, SANTA BARBARA COUNTY RECORDER'S OFFICE, SAID CORNER BEING MONUMENT NO. 50 OF THE CITY LIMITES LINE OF CITY OF SANTA BARBARA; THENCE EAST ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE N.W. 14 N.W. 14 OF SEC 9, T. 4 N., R. 27 W. SBM 1028.66 FEET; THENCE NORTH 50 FEET; THENCE S. 89° 55 E. 812 FEET; THENCE N. 0°05' EAST, 186.51 F EET; THENCE S. 65° 55' E., 64.54 FEET TO THE TRUE POINTE OF BEGINNING OF THЕ PARCEL OF LAND HEREIN DESCRIBED; THENCE N. 45° 55' E 117.74 FEET; T HENCE S. 44° 55' E. ALONG THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF A 50 FOOT ROADWAY 40 FEET; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT, TANGENT TO THE LAST MENTIONED CCOURSE HAVING A RADIUS OF 215 FEET AND DELTA OF 6° 29' 24.32 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID ROADWAY, S 15° 20' 30" W 89 .75 FEET; THENCE N. 65° 55' W 117.15 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.

The sale will be made without covenant or warranty regarding title, possession, or encumbrances to satisfy the obligations se cured by and pursuant to the power of sale conferred in that certain deed of trust dated June 5, 2024, executed by GLORIA CLARK, California citizen, as Borrower (Grantor), to secure certain obligations in favor of LAW OFFICES OF JOHN J. THYNE III, as beneficiary, recorded June 11, 2024, as Document No. 2024 -0020218, in the Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California

A Notice of Default containing an election to sell the described real property under the above Deed of Trust was recorded on August 13, 2025, as Doc No. 20250024827, Official Records of Santa Barbara County, California.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee's Sale is estimated to be $ 107,650 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary's bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Tr ustee will accept a cashier's check drawn o n a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan as sociation, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do busi ness in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee's Deed Upon Sa le until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a m atter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable.

The undersigned was appointed and substituted as Trustee under the above Deed of Trust by a substitution dated November 24, 2025, and recorded on November 24, 2025, Official Records of Santa Barbara County, California

This Notice is given in compliance with a written request made to the Trustee by the Beneficiary.

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 bidd er 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 enco uraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the cou nty 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 proper ty.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, ben eficiary, 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 appli cable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (805)-328-3108 or visit this internet website, thyneberglund.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CA25-081301 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not imm ediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

Dated: November 24, 2025

Thyne Berglund & Co.

By:__________________

Brock K. Berglund, Member

Montecito Journal, Published November 27, 2025

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO:

WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT THAT MAY BE APPEALED TO THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION AND APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a Coastal Development Permit by the Planning a nd Development Department.

The development requested by this application is subject to appeal to the California Coastal Commission following final action by Santa Barbara County and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, co nditionally approve or deny the application. However, in compliance with California Coastal Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and ther efore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within t he 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Keanna Lam at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, by email at lamk@countyofsb.org, or by fax at (805) 568-2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided.

WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken by Santa Barbara County on this Coastal Development Permit to the Montecito Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors and u ltimately the California Coastal Commission.

If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development P ermit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Developmen t Permit is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Keanna Lam at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, or by email at lamk@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568-2074.

PROPOSAL: WESTCOTT BALCONY ENCLOSURE

PROJECT ADDRESS: 64 OLIVE MILL RD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108 1st SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT

THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF NOTICE: 11/27/2025

REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 12/18/2025

PERMIT NUMBER: 25CDH-00030 APPLICATION FILED: 8/5/2025

009-580-003

ZONING: 7-R-2

PROJECT AREA: 0.00

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Applicant: Court Westcott

Proposed Project:

The project is a request for a Coastal Development Permit to allow for an interior remodel to the 1,875 -square-foot single-family dwelling, including in-filling the 47-square-foot second floor balcony to expand the master bathroom, construction of an attac hed 296-square-foot pergola to the rear façade, a new 6’-0” high fence surrounding the backyard, and demolition and replacement of an existing 249 -square-foot patio. The project will require less than 50 cubic yards of cut and fill. No trees are proposed for removal. The parcel will be served by the Montecito Water District, the Montecito Sanitary District, and the Montecito Fir e Protection District. Access will continue to be provided off of Olive Mill Road. The property is a 0.00 -acre parcel zoned 7-R-2 and shown as Assessor's Parcel Number 009-580-003, located at 64 Olive Mill Road in the Montecito Area, First Supervisorial District.

APPEALS:

The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Coastal Development Permit 25CDH-00030 may be appealed to the Montecito Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an "aggrieved person" the appellant mus t have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.

Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/sbco/Default.aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non -business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day.

This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all loc al appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.

For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Keanna Lam.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus.pro/1499/Planning-Permit-Process-Flow-Chart

Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/160/Planning-Development

Montecito Journal, Published November 27, 2025

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO:

WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT THAT MAY BE APPEALED TO THE COASTAL COMMISSION AND APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE COASTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a Coastal Development Permit by the Planning a nd Development Department.

The development requested by this application is subject to appeal to the California Coastal Commission following final action by Santa Barbara County and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, co nditionally approve or deny the application. However, in compliance with California Coastal Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and ther efore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within t he 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Keanna Lam at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, by email at lamk@countyofsb.org, or by fax at (805) 568-2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided.

WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken b y Santa Barbara County on this Coastal Development Permit to the Montecito Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors and ultimate ly the California Coastal Commission.

If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development P ermit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Development Permit is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Keanna Lam at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, or by email at lamk@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568-2074.

PROPOSAL: MILLS FAMILY TRUST POOL

PROJECT ADDRESS: 161 LA VEREDA RD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108 1st SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT

THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF NOTICE: 11/27/2025

REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 12/18/2025

PERMIT NUMBER: 25CDH-00010 APPLICATION FILED: 4/11/2025

009-201-004

ZONING: 20-R-1

PROJECT AREA: 0.76

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Applicant: Chris Mills

Proposed Project:

The project is a request for a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a new 16’ x 40’ swimming pool with an inset 5’ x 10’ spa, 5’ x 5’ cold plunge and safety cover. The project will require less than 50 cubic yards of cut and fill. No trees are proposed for removal. Water for the proposed pool will be provided by the Montecito Water District. The parcel is served by the Montecito Sanitary District and the Montecito Fire Protection District. Access will continue to be provided off of La Vereda Road. The property is a 0.60-acre parcel zoned 20-R-1 and shown as Assessor's Parcel Number 009-201-004, located at 161 La Vereda Road in the Montecito Community Plan Area, First Supervisorial District.

APPEALS:

The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Coastal Development Permit 25CDH-00010 may be appealed to the Montecito Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an "aggrieved person" the appellant mus t have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.

Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/sbco/Default.aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non -business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day.

This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all loc al appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.

For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Keanna Lam.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus.pro/1499/Planning-Permit-Process-Flow-Chart

Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/160/Planning-Development

Montecito Journal, Published November 27, 2025

NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PENDING ACTION BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO:

WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON A CDP HEARING APPLICATION AND APPROVE, CONDITIONALLY APPROVE, OR DENY THE CDP HEARING APPLICATION

This may affect your property. Please read.

Notice is hereby given that an application for the project described below has been submitted to the Santa Barbara County Planning and Development Department. This project requires the approval and issuance of a CDP Hearing application by the Planning and Development Department.

The development requested by this application is under the jurisdiction of the Montecito PC and therefore a public hearing on the application is normally required prior to any action to approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application. However, in compliance with the law, the Director intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within the 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Willow Brown at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, by email at wbrown@countyofsb.org, or by fax at (805) 568-2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided.

WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken by Santa Barbara County on this CDP Hearing Application to the Montecito Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors.

If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a CDP Hearing applicati on. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the CDP Hearing application is approved, and/or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Willow Brown at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, or by email at wbrown@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568 -2040.

PROPOSAL: ARGUE ADDITIONS

PROJECT ADDRESS: 150 SANTA ELENA LN, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93108 1st SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT

THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE

DATE OF NOTICE: 11/21/2025

REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 12/12/2025

PERMIT NUMBER: 25CDH-00021 APPLICATION FILED: 5/30/2025

009-244-001

ZONING: 20-R-1

PROJECT AREA: 0.60

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Applicant: John & Julie Argue

Proposed Project:

The project is a request for a Coastal Development Permit to allow for a remodel and 394 -square-foot addition to the existing single-family dwelling, a new 13’ x 30’ pool with 387 square feet of surrounding hardscape, and a 48” natural gas fire pit. Gradin g will include approximately 66 cubic yards of excavation for the pool. One oak tree is proposed for removal, and one olive tree will be relocated on site. The parcel is served by the Montecito Water D istrict, the Montecito Sanitary District, and the Montecito Fire Protection District. Access will continue to be provided off of Santa Elena Lane. The property is a 0.60 -acre parcel zoned 20-R-1 and shown as Assessor's Parcel Number 009-244-001, located at 150 Santa Elena Lane in the Montecito Community Plan a rea, First Supervisorial District.

APPEALS:

The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this CDP H earing application 25CDH-00021 may be appealed to the Montecito Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The ap peal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this CDP Hearing application. To qualify as an "aggrieved person" the appellant must h ave, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their co ncerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.

Appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department online at https://aca-prod.accela.com/sbco/Default.aspx, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non -business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day.

For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Willow Brown.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca-santabarbaracounty.civicplus.pro/1499/Planning-Permit-Process-Flow-Chart

Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/160/Planning-Development

“When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears.” – Anthony Robbins

Montecito Journal, Published November 27, 2025

ORDINANCE NO. 2025-02

AN ORDINANCE OF THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ADOPTING BY REFERENCE AND AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND APPENDIX CHAPTERS AND APPENDIX STANDARDS PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE, HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR EXPLOSION; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE AND AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS FOR HAZARDOUS USES OR OPERATIONS; ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION AND PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFORE AND DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT; AMENDING SECTION R313 OF THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; AMENDING SECTION 1505 OF THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2022-01

WHEREAS, the Montecito Fire Protection District operates under the provisions of California’s Fire Protection District Law of 1987, wherein the State Legislature declared that the local provision of fire protection services, rescue services, emergency medical services, hazardous material emergency response services and other services relating to the protection of lives and property is critical to the public peace, health and safety of the State of California and that local control over the types, levels and availability of these services is a longstanding tradition in California; and

WHEREAS, the State Legislature has also declared that its intent is to provide broad statutory authority for local fire protection districts, encouraging local officials to adopt powers and procedures set forth in the Fire Protection District Law of 1987 to meet their own circumstances and responsibilities; and WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 13869.7 expressly authorizes the Montecito Fire Protection District to adopt building standards relating to fire and panic safety that are more stringent than those building standards contained in the California Fire Code and other California Building Standards Code.

NOW THEREFORE, the Governing Board of the MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT ordains as follows:

ARTICLE 1. REPEAL OF PREVIOUS ORDINANCES.

Ordinance No. 2022-01 of the Montecito Fire Protection District is hereby repealed.

ARTICLE 2. ADOPTION OF CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE

The Board of Directors (“Board”) of the Montecito Fire Protection District (“District”), for the purpose of prescribing regulations of governing conditions dangerous to life and property from fire, hazardous materials or explosion, adopts by reference and incorporation, the 2024 International Fire Code and Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, known as the California Fire Code 2025 Edition (“CFC”), the 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code and Part 7 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, known as the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code 2025 Edition (“WUIC”), and the Montecito Fire Protection District Development Standards , as the same may be amended from time-to-time (the “Development Standard(s)”), hereinafter collectively known as the Montecito Fire Code (“Code”). Adoption of the CFC includes Chapters 1 -80, Appendix Chapter 4, and Appendices B, BB, C, CC, E, F, G, H , I, K, N, and P as published by the International Code Council, Inc. (“ICC”), including necessary California amendments, save and except such portions as are hereinafter amended, deleted, or added by this Ordinance. Adoption of the WUIC includes Chapters 1-4, and 6 -7, as published by the ICC, including necessary California amendments, save and except such portions as are hereinafter amended, deleted, or added by this Ordinance. In the event of an inconsistency or conflict between the provisions and standards set forth in the Code, the more restrictive provision shall apply. The Development Standards are intended to establish regulations governing conditions dangerous to life and property from fire, and to supplement the District’s adoption of and amendments to the CFC, the WUIC, the California Residential Code, and the California Building Code herein. Copies of the CFC, the WUIC, and the Development Standards, certified to be true copies by the Clerk of the Board, have been and are now filed in the office of the Clerk of the Board and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein. From the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the provision thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the territory of the District.

ARTICLE 3. CONSTRUCTION OF TERMS.

The following terms in the California Fire Code shall be construed as indicated:

(a) “Jurisdiction” shall mean the territory of the District.

(b) “Fire Code Official” shall mean “Fire Marshal.”

(c) “Building Department” shall mean the Santa Barbara County Department of Planning & Development.

(d) “County” shall mean the County of Santa Barbara.

(e) “Chief of Police” shall mean the Sheriff of the County of Santa Barbara or his/her designee.

(f) “Police officer” shall mean Sheriff’s deputy.

(g) “Mixed-use building” shall mean any building or structure that includes both residential dwelling unit(s) and non-residential unit(s).

ARTICLE 4. AMENDMENTS MADE IN THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE.

The California Fire Code is amended and changed in the following respects:

CHAPTER 1 – SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION

SECTION 101 - SCOPE AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 101.1 “Title” is amended to read as follows: 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Montecito Fire Code, may be cited as such and will be hereinafter referred to (collectively with the Montecito Wildland-Urban Interface Code) as the “Code”.

SECTION 103 – CODE COMPLIANCE AGENCY

Section 103.1 “Creation of agency” is amended to read as follows: 103.1 General. The Fire Prevention Bureau (“Bureau”) is established in the jurisdiction of the District under the Fire Code Official. The function of the Bureau shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of the Code.

Section 103.2 “Appointment” is amended to read as follows: 103.2 Appointment. A Fire Code Official to be in charge of the Bureau shall be appointed by the Fire Chief on the basis of an examination to determine qualifications.

Section 103.3 “Deputies” is amended to read as follows: 103.3 Deputies. The Fire Chief may recommend to the Board the employment of an assistant fire code official, other related technical officers, inspectors and other employees, who shall be selected in accordance with the prescribed procedures of the District to determine their fitness for the position. The examination shall be open to members and nonmembers of the District at the discretion of the Fire Code Official.

SECTION 105 – PERMITS

Section 105.5.36 “Open Burning” is amended to read as follows:

105.5.36 Open Burning. An operational permit is required for the kindling or maintaining of an open fire, open burning, recreational fire, portable outdoor fireplace, or a fire on any public street, alley, road, or other public or private ground. Instructions and stipulations of the permit shall be adhered to.

Exception: Recreational fires and portable outdoor fireplaces on private property. Subsection (4) is added to Section 105.5.59 “Additional Permits” as follows: General use permit. A general use permit for any activity or operation not specifically addressed in this article, which in the judgment of the Fire Chief or his/her designee could reasonably be expected to produce conditions hazardous to life or property.

SECTION 112– MEANS OF APPEALS

Section 112 “Means of Appeals” is deleted.

SECTION 113 – VIOLATIONS

Section 113.5 is added to read as follows:

113.5.1 False alarms. The Fire Code Official is authorized to seek cost recovery for a fire department response to an alarm system activation which is determined to be a false alarm caused by system malfunction, system misuse, or other nonemergency causes.

113.5.2 False alarm frequency. The cost recovery penalty fee may be charged for all responses after the third false alarm in a twelve-month period.

113.5.3 False alarm fee. The amount of the cost recovery penalty fee will be in accordance with Article 10 of the Code. Additional fees may be charged for extraordinary circumstances.

CHAPTER 2 – DEFINITIONS

SECTION 202 – GENERAL DEFINITIONS

Section 202 “General Definitions” is amended to add or amend the following definitions (amendments are identified with an *asterisk):

ADDITION. Any construction change to an existing structure that includes, but is not limited to, the addition of walls outside of the existing building envelope which increases the existing square footage of the building.

*AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM. An automatic fire sprinkler system, for fire protection purposes, is an integrated system of underground and overhead piping designed and installed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards (reference standards) as may from time to time be a dopted by the District. The system shall include one or more automatic water supplies. The portion of the system above the ground is a network of specially sized or hydraulically designed piping installed in a structure or area, generally overhead, and to which automatic sprinklers are connected in a systematic pattern. The system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water over the fire area. The reference standards may include:

(a) Standard Nos. 13, 13D, 13R, and 24 as developed and published by the National Fire Protection Association; and

(b) California Fire Code as developed and published by the International Code Council, Inc. and the California Buildings Standards Commission; and

(c) The Montecito Fire Protection District Development Standards as may be amended from time to time.

BREEZEWAY. A roofed open passage connecting two buildings.

FIRE AND LIFE HAZARD. Any condition, arrangement, or act which will increase, or may cause an increase of, the hazard or menace of fire or a hazardous material release (spill, leak, etc.) to a greater degree than customarily recognized as normal by persons in the public service of preventing, suppressing or extinguishing fire and responding to hazardous material releases; or which may obstruct, delay, hinder or interfere with the operations of the fire department or the egress from a facility or building, or may become the cause of obstruction, delay or hindrance to the prevention, suppression, or extinguishment of a fire or hazardous material release.

*FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROAD. A roadway that provides fire apparatus access from a fire station or other staging area to a facility, building or portion thereof. This is a general term inclusive of all other terms such as fire lane, public street, private street, parking lot lane and access roadway and driveway. This roadway may provide ingress and egress for both the fire department and the general public during emergency events and normal use.

*FIRE CODE OFFICIAL. The Fire Prevention Bureau Chief (Fire Marshal), as appointed by the Fire Chief of Montecito Fire Protection District, charged with the implementation, administration and enforcement of the Code, or a duly authorized representative.

FIRE PROTECTION CERTIFICATE (FPC). The application for review by the Bureau of any construction of new buildings or structures, or additions or alterations to existing buildings or structures for which applications for building permits are filed or are required to be filed with the County o f Santa Barbara.

HORIZONTAL PROJECTION. Any roofed projection intended for shelter or occupancy and constructed as a roof assembly or floor/ceiling assembly above.

Horizontal Projection may include awnings, canopies, marquees, patio covers, covered porches, balconies, eaves, eave overhangs, roo fed overhangs, breezeways, covered decks, etc.

PUBLIC NUISANCE. A declaration by the Fire Code Official that the presence of Combustible Material or other conditions on a parcel creates a fire hazard.

STRUCTURE. That which is built or constructed, an edifice or building of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.

TEMPORARY USE. Unless otherwise specified within the Code, Temporary Use, when allowed, shall not exceed a period of 180 days in a 12 -month period.

CHAPTER 3 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 307 – OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES & PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACES

Section 307.1.1 “Prohibited open burning” is amended to read as follows:

307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. The Fire Code Official is authorized to prohibit open burning, recreational fires, and the use of portable outdoor fireplaces when atmospheric conditions or other circumstances make such fires hazardous. The burning of rubbish (trash) is prohibited.

Exception: Prescribed burning for the purpose of reducing the impact of wildland fire when authorized by the Fire Code Official.

Section 307.3 “Extinguishment authority” is amended to read as follows:

307.3 Extinguishment authority. When open burning, recreational fires, or the use of portable outdoor fireplaces creates or adds to a hazardous situation, is not in compliance with the Code, or a required permit has not been obtained, the Fire Code Official is authorized to prohibit the fire, extinguish or order the extinguishment of the fire.

SECTION 311 – VACANT PREMISES

Section 311.1.3 “Buildings or property damaged by fire or disaster” is added to read as follows:

311.1.3 Buildings or property damaged by fire or disaster. The owner, occupant, or other person having under their control any property or materials on property damaged by fire or other disaster, when access by the public is possible, shall secure the property either by boarding up all openings, fencing, barricadi ng, or other appropriate measures as approved by the Fire Code Official. All debris, and/or damaged materials shall be removed from the property in the manner and within the time frame established by the Fire Code Official.

Section 311.1.4 “Authority to secure property damaged by fire or other disaster” is added to read as follows:

311.1.4 Authority to secure property damaged by fire or other disaster. The Fire Code Official shall be empowered to initiate necessary actions to secure property damaged by fire or other disaster and/or remove and dispose of debris, and other damaged materials when, after giving notice to the owner of record of the property, the owner fails to secure the property and/or remove debris as ordered by the Fire Code Official.

CHAPTER 5

– FIRE SERVICE FEATURES

SECTION 503 – FIRE SERVICE

ACCESS ROADS

Section 503.1 “Where required” is amended to read as follows:

503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1 1 through 503.1.4 , California Code of Regulations Title 14, and the most current version of the Development Standard #3

Section 503.1.1 “Buildings and facilities”, exception 1.3 is deleted.

Section 503.1.4 “Access road design” is added to read as follows:

503.1.4 Access road design. The Fire Code Official may evaluate fire apparatus access road design in terms of total response efficiency. The Fire Code Official is authorized to make modifications to access road network design, access road routes and inter-connectivity with new or existing roads so that response efficiency is maintained, consistent with California Code of Regulations Title 14 and the most current version of Development Standard #3

Section 503.2 “Specifications” is amended to read as follows:

503.2 Specifications. Fire apparatus access roads shall be installed and arranged in accordance with Sections 503.2.1 through 503.2.8 and Development Standard #3

Section 503.2.1 “Dimensions” is amended to read as follows:

503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width as indicated in Development Standard #3, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet 6 inches (4115 mm).

Section 503.6.1 “Gate features” is added to read as follows:

503.6.1 Gate features For any structure or area that is secured by a gate limiting access by vehicles, the opening for such gate shall have a minimum opening clearance width of not less than the required access road width. In addition, all such gates shall be equipped with auxiliary back-up power and a Fire District approved key operated switch or box. All gates must be located at least 30 feet from the improved public road right-of-way or edge of pavement, as determined by the Fire Code Official or designee and shall open inward allowing a vehicle to stop in front of the gate without obstructing traffic along the improved public road right-of-way, consistent with California Code of Regulations Title 14, and the most current version of Development Standard #3

SECTION 505 – PREMISES IDENTIFICATION

Section 505.1 “Address identification” is amended to read as follows:

505.1 Address identification Approved address numbers and letters must be placed on all new and existing buildings and units in such a location as to be plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting such buildings and units. Only new and existing residential structures that qualify as an approved dwelling unit will be provided with address identification. Numbers and letters must be at least four (4) inches in height for residential and six (6) inches in height for commercial structures , and may not be located on doors or other areas that can be obstructed from view. The numbers and letters must be in a color that contrasts with their background. Where required by the Fire C ode Official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained.

Section 505.1.1 “Mixed-use building” is added to read as follows:

505.1.1 Mixed-use building. A notification system, which indicates the presence of residential dwelling units in a mixed-use building, shall be installed in a manner and location approved by the Fire Code Official.

Section 505.1.2 “Directory” is added to read as follows:

505.1.2 Directory. For complexes and large buildings, an approved directory, premise map, and directional signs may be required by the Fire Code Official. The scale, design, and location shall be approved by the Fire Code Official.

Section 506.1 “Where required” is amended to read as follows:

506.1 Where required “When access to or within a structure or an area is unduly difficult because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life saving or firefighting purposes, the Fire Code Official is authorized to require a key box or switch to be installed in an approved, accessible location. The key box or switch shall be of an approved type. The key box shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the Fire Code Official. Key switches installed for the purpose of overriding gate operators shall be wired such that gates remain open upon activation by the District.”

CHAPTER 9 – FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS

SECTION 901 – GENERAL

Section 901.6 “Inspection, testing and maintenance” is amended to read as follows:

901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire detection and alarm systems, emergency alarm systems, gas detection systems, fire-extinguishing systems, mechanical smoke exhaust systems and smoke and heat vents shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or rep aired where defective. Non-required fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested and maintained or removed only after obtaining written permission from the Fire Code Official and shall be removed in accordance with Section 901.8.

Section 901.11 “Working space and clearance” is added to read as follows: 901.11 Working space and clearance. A working space of not less than 30 inches in width, 36 inches in depth and 78 inches in height shall be provided in front of the fire protection equipment including, but not limited to: fire sprinkler control valves, fire department connections, hose conn ections, risers, hood system manual pull stations, fire alarm control panels, fire pumps, and specialized fire protection storage tanks (dry chemical, foam, CO2, clean agent). Where the

fire protection equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than the width of the equipment. No storage of any materials shall be located within the designated working space. Direct access to the working space shall be provided from aisles or access roadways. Modifications to working space dimensions shall be approved by the Fire Code Official.

SECTION 903 – AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Section 903.1.2 “Concurrent Permits” is added to read as follows: 903.1.2 Concurrent Permits. Additions or modifications where the application for a building permit is submitted prior to the final inspection of any previously issued building permit(s) shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire structu re when the area of the addition or modification of all open permits combined with the new application exceed the exceptions listed under Section 903.2.

Section 903.2 “Where required” is amended to read as follows:

903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.21 and Section 903.7. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in existing buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described by Section 903.7 and Section 1103.5 as amended.

Section 903.2.18 “Exception” is amended to read as follows:

Exception: An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall not be required when additions or alterations are made to existing carports that do not have an automatic residential fire sprinkler system installed in accordance with this section. NOTE: This exception shall not apply if the alteration or addition includes modification such that a habitable space is created.

Section 903.7 “Montecito Fire Protection District Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems” is added to read as follows:

903.7 Montecito Fire Protection District Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems. Terminology used within this Section shall be as defined in the reference standards identified in Section 202 as amended. The most current edition of these standards shall be utilized at the time of building permit issuance in the design and installation of any automatic fire sprinkler system required by this Section.

903.7.1 Application. This Section shall apply to all occupancies within the District’s jurisdiction except for townhouses and one and two -family dwellings, which occupancies are governed by the California Residential Code as amended by the District.

903.7.2 Locations required. Notwithstanding any other requirement of the Code of the County of Santa Barbara, and except as otherwise provided in this Section, automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed and maintained in all occupancies and locations set forth as follows:

1. Any new building for which applications for building permits are filed or are required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara regardless of square footage shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building.

Exception: Other detached Group U buildings, as defined by the California Building Code, carports without habitable space, trellises and pergolas, may be exempted from Section 903.7 on a case -by- case basis in writing by the Fire Code Official

2. Existing buildings and structures as set forth below.

(a) Aggregate alterations and/or additions of 500 square feet or more to existing non-residential buildings or structures for which applications for building permits are filed or required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire non-residential building or structure.

(b) Any existing residential buildings or structures for which an application for building permits is filed or required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara that meets either of the following two requirements shall be required to install automatic fire sprinkler systems throughout the entire building or structure:

i. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 50% of the existing square footage of the building or structure floor area; or

ii. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 1,000 square feet in gross floor area.

(c) All existing buildings and structures for which applications for building permits for alterations and/or additions are filed or are required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara, which are not served by water supplies meeting District standards as adopted from time to time shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building or structure. The term water supply is more specifically defined in the District standards as adopted from time to time.

(d) All existing buildings for which applications for building permits for alterations and/or additions are filed or required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara, which are not located within three (3) miles travel distance or a five (5) minute response time by fire apparatus from a staffed District fire station shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building or structure.

(e) Any change of occupancy in an existing building where the occupancy changes to a higher hazard classification or as deemed necessary by the

Fire Code Official shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building.

SECTION 907 – FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS

Section 907.2.30 “Mixed-use occupancies” is added to read as follows:

907.2.30 Mixed-use occupancies. In mixed-use occupancies, a fire alarm system shall be installed which notifies all occupants in the event of a fire. The system shall include a multiple-station smoke alarm and automatic smoke detection throughout the commercial and common areas.

CHAPTER 11 – CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS

SECTION 1103 – FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS

Section 1103.5 “Sprinkler systems” is amended to read as follows:

1103.5 Sprinkler systems. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in existing buildings in accordance with Sections 1103.5.1 through 1103.5.4and Section 903.2.

CHAPTER 12 – ENERGY SYSTEMS

SECTION 1203 – EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEMS

Section 1203.1.3.2 “Signage for electrical generators or other power sources” is added to read as follows:

1203.1.3.2 Signage for electrical generators or other power sources. Permanent installations of electrical generators or other power sources may require approval from the Fire Code Official. Permanent engraved and affixed signage reading “Caution-Alternate Power Source” in 1” tall letters shall be permanently installed on each electrical panel subject to back-feed from alternate power sources. Any and all power disabling switches shall be clearly labeled. All provisions of the National Electric Code , the Uniform Fuel Gas Code , the California Building Code , and the Code shall be followed for any such installation.

SECTION 1205 – SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SYSTEMS

Section 1205.2.1.2 “Set Backs at Ridge” is amended to read as follows:

1205.2.1.2 Set Backs at Ridge “Photovoltaic arrays installed on the roofs of residential buildings shall be located only on one side of any ridge in order to allow for District smoke and heat ventilation operations. The arrays shall be located no less than 3 feet from the ridge.

Exceptions: Where photovoltaic arrays are placed on both sides of any ridge, the photovoltaic arrays shall be spaced a minimum of 5 feet on one side and 3 feet on the other side of the ridge.”

CHAPTER 56 – EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS

SECTION 5601 - GENERAL

Section 5608.2 “Prohibition of Fireworks” is added to read as follows: 5608.2 Prohibition of Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of any and all fireworks are prohibited within the jurisdiction of the District.

ARTICLE 5 AMENDMENTS MADE IN THE CALIFORNIA WILDLANDURBAN INTERFACE CODE.

The California Wildland-Urban Interface Code is amended and changed in the following respects:

CHAPTER 1

DIVISION I – CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATION

Section 1.12.1 “BoF – Board of Forestry” is amended to read as follows: The specific scope of application of the agency responsible for enforcement, the enforcement agency, and the specific authority to promulgate and enforce provisions applicable to wildland-urban interface areas, unless otherwise stated. The access requirements of California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 14, Division 1.5 are amended by the Montecito Fire Code, to be equal to or more restrictive, as allowed by CCR Title 14, Subsection 1270.05(a).

DIVISION II – SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION

Section 101.1 “Title” is amended to read as follows: 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Montecito Wildland-Urban Interface Code, may be cited as such and will be hereinafter referred to (collectively with the Montecito Fire Code) as the “Code”.

Section 103.1 “Creation of agency” is amended to read as follows:

103.1 General. The Fire Prevention Bureau (“Bureau”) is established in the jurisdiction of the District under the Fire Code Official. The function of the Bureau shall be the implementation, administration and enforcement of the provisions of the Code.

Section 104.6 “Notices and orders” is amended to read as follows:

104.6 Notices and orders. The Fire Code Official is authorized to issue such notices or orders as are required to affect compliance with the Code in accordance with California Health & Safety Code Sections 13870 and 13872.5.

Section 104.6.1 “Citations” is added to read as follows:

104.6.1 Citations. The Fire Code Official and his or her authorized representatives shall have the authority to issue citations for violations of the Code in accordance with Article 10 of the Montecito Fire Code, and California Health & Safety Code Section 13872.

Section 106.9.1 “Approved documents” is added to read as follows:

106.9.1 Approved documents. Construction documents approved by the Fire Code Official are approved with the intent that such construction documents comply in all respects with the Code. Review and approval by the Fire Code

Official shall not relieve the applicant of the responsibility of compliance with the Code.

SECTION 112– MEANS OF APPEALS

Section 112 “Means of Appeals” is deleted. CHAPTER 2

SECTION 202 –

DEFINITIONS

Section 202 is amended to add or amend the following definitions (amendments are identified with an *asterisk) :

*CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER. As determined by the Fire Code Official, a set of weather conditions (usually a combination of low relative humidity, warmer temperatures and/or high winds) favorable to the ignition and the effect of which on fire behavior makes control of a fire difficult and threatens fire fighter and public safety. This includes “Red Flag Warnings” and “Fire Weather Watches” as issued by the National Weather Service.

COMBUSTIBLE FENCING Any fencing product or installation, including gates within the fencing, that is not an Ignition-Resistant Material.

COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. Includes seasonal and recurrent weeds, stubble, brush, dry leaves, mulch, tumbleweeds, rubbish, recyclable material, litter or flammable materials of any kind that are readily ignitable and endanger the public safety.

DECK. A flat surface capable of supporting weight, similar to a floor, constructed outdoors and attached to or located within five (5) feet of a Structure, including porches, balconies, and stairs. A Patio on grade constructed of concrete, stone, or similar materials is not a deck.

*FUEL. Any combustible material, including petroleum-based products, cultivated landscape plants, Ornamental Landscape, grasses, weeds, and wildland vegetation.

*FUEL BREAK. An area, strategically located for fighting anticipated fires, where the native vegetation has been modified or replaced so that fires burning into it can be more easily controlled. Fuel Breaks divide fire -prone areas into smaller areas for easier fire control and to provide access for firefighting.

*FUEL MODIFICATION. A method of modifying fuel load by reducing the amount of non fire-resistive vegetation or altering the type of vegetation to reduce the fuel load.

LADDER FUELS. Vegetative fuels which provide vertical continuity, thereby allowing fire to carry from surface fuels into the crowns of trees or shrubs with relative ease.

PARCEL. A portion of land of any size, the area of which is determined by the assessor’s maps and records and may be identified by an assessor’s parcel number whether or not any buildings are present.

PUBLIC NUISANCE. The presence of Combustible Material on a Parcel that the Fire Code Official determines creates a fire hazard.

VEGETATION. Means all plants, including trees, shrubs, grass, and perennial or annual plants.

WILDFIRE RISK AREA (WRA). Land which is covered with grass, grain, brush, or forest, whether privately or publicly owned, which is so situated or is of such inaccessible location that a fire originating upon such land would present an abnormally difficult job of suppression or woul d result in great and unusual damage through fire or resulting erosion or such areas designated by the Fire Code Official. The Fire Code Official is authorized to utilize, as references, the definition of Wildland-Urban Interface Area, State SRA maps, Local Agency Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps designated pursuant to California Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189 and the Development Standards. Areas classified as a Wildfire Risk Area are designated as a WUI area for purposes of this chapter.

*WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE (WUI) AREA. A geographical area identified by the state or local agency as a “Fire Hazard Severity Zone” in accordance with the Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4204.1, and Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires, including Wildfire Risk Area

CHAPTER 4

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREA REQUIREMENTS

Section 402.1.1 “Access” is amended to read as follows:

402.1.1 Access. New subdivisions, as determined by this jurisdiction, shall be provided with Fire Apparatus Access Roads in accordance with the California Fire Code; the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 2, Article 2; Development Standard #3; and access requirements in accordance with Article 5, Section 403 of the Code

Section 402.1.2 “Water Supply” is amended to read as follows:

402.1.2 Water supply. New subdivisions, as determined by this jurisdiction, shall be provided with water supply in accordance with the Section 507 of the California Fire Code; California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 2, Development Standard #4, Appendix B of the California Fire Code; and Article 5, Section 404 of the Code

Section 402.2.1 “Access” is amended to read as follows:

402.2.1 Access. Individual structures hereafter constructed or relocated into or within the Wildland-Urban Interface Areas shall be provided with Fire Apparatus Access in accordance with the California Fire Code; the California Code of

Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 2 Article 4; Subsection 1273; Development Standard #3; and Article 5, Section 403 of the Code

Section 402.2.2 “Water Supply” is amended to read as follows:

402.2.2 Water supply. Individual structures hereafter constructed or relocated into or within the Wildland-Urban Interface Areas shall be provided with a conforming water supply in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 2, Article 4; California Fire Code Section 507; Development Standard #4, Appendix B of the California Fire Code; and Article 5, Section 404 of the Code

Section 403.1 “General” is amended to read as follows: 403.1 General. All access roads and driveways, whether public or private, shall be in accordance with Development Standard #3

Sections 403.1.1 through 403.1.10 are deleted.

Section 404.4 “Hydrants” is amended to read as follows:

404.4 Hydrants. Hydrants shall be designed and constructed in accordance with nationally recognized standards. The location and access shall be approved by the Fire Code Official. The number and spacing of fire hydrants shall be in accordance with Development Standard #4

Section 404.5 “Adequate water supply” is amended to read as follows:

404.5 Adequate water supply. Fire-flow requirements shall be determined in accordance with Appendix B or BB of the California Fire Code, and Development Standard #4.

CHAPTER 5

SPECIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS

Chapter 5 is not adopted by the Montecito Fire Protection District.

CHAPTER 6

FIRE

PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS

Section 601.1 “Scope” is amended to read as follows:

Section 601.1 Scope This section provides provisions intended to identify fire hazard areas and contains minimum requirements to mitigate the risk to life and structures from intrusion of fire from wildland fire exposures, fire exposures from adjacent structures, and to mitigate fires fro m spreading from a structure to wildland fuels, all of which may threaten to destroy life, overwhelm fire suppression capabilities, or result in large property loss. Requirements are based upon the California Health & Safety Code, California Public Resourc e Code (PRC), California Code of Regulations, California Government Code and Montecito Fire District requirements.

Section 601.3 is deleted.

Section 602.1 “General” is amended to read as follows:

Section 602.1 General. A Fire Protection Plan (FPP) is required for all new construction projects in a WUI area and may also be required in other plan areas if deemed necessary by the Fire Code Official or designee. The FPP must comply with this Chapter and Development Standard #2.

The fire protection plan shall be prepared to determine the acceptability of fire protection and life safety measures designed to mitigate wildfire hazards presented for the property under consideration and reducing the impact on the community’s fire protection delivery system.

The fire protection plan shall be prepared by a registered design professional, qualified landscape architect, qualified fire safety specialist or similar specialist acceptable to the Fire Code Official and shall analyze the wildfire risk of the building, project, premises or region to recommend necessary changes.

Exception: A single-family dwelling (Group R -3 Occupancy) when located on an existing legal parcel.

Section 602.2 “Contents” is amended to read as follows: 602.2 Contents. The FPP shall be based on a project-specific wildfire hazard assessment that includes considerations of location, topography, aspect, and climatic and fire history.

The FPP shall identify conformance with all applicable state wildfire protection regulations, statutes and applicable local ordinances, whichever are more restrictive.

The FPP shall address fire department access, egress, road and address signage, water supply, in addition to fuel reduction, in accordance with PRC 4290, the Code, and Development Standard #2, as periodically amended; the defensible space requirements in accordance with PRC 4291, Government Code 51182, and Sections 4906 and 4907 of this chapter; and the applicable building codes and standards for wildfire safety. The FPP shall identify mitigation measures to address the project’s specific wildfire risk and shall include the information required in Section 4903.2.1 of this chapter.

The FPP must be submitted and approved by the District prior to the erection of combustible materials. The FPP must describe all actions that will be taken to prevent fire from being carried toward or away from structures. The requirements of the FPP shall be applicable for the life of the project or development. The FPP shall include:

a. A copy of the site plan that includes a landscape plan, property line boundaries, and topographic reference lines.

b. The building envelope with all structures and improvements.

c. Designated Fuel Modification Zones in compliance with defensible space standards.

d. Elements of the FPP shall include removal of dead vegetation, litter, vegetation that may grow into overhead electrical lines; certain ground fuels, and ladder fuels as well as the thinning of live trees

Section 603.1 “General” is amended to read as follows:

603.1 General. Planting of vegetation for new and replacement landscaping shall be selected to minimize vegetation in proximity to a structure so as to reduce the risk to life and property from wildfire

Section 603.2 “Application” is amended to read as follows:

603.2 Application. All new plantings of vegetation in State Responsibility Areas (SRA) and Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) designated as a Fire Hazard Severity Zone, and WUI areas identified by the Fire Code Official, shall comply with the Code and Development Standard #2

Section 603.3.1 “Contents” is deleted.

Section 603.4 “Vegetation” is amended to read as follows:

603.4 Vegetation. All new or replaced vegetation shall exclude species on the undesirable plant list and be in accordance with this section and the requirements of the Defensible Space Standards as issued and approved by the Fire Code Official and the specific requirements noted in the Code and Development Standard #2.

Section 603.4.1 “Shrubs” is deleted.

Section 603.4.2 “Trees” is deleted.

Section 603.4.2.1 “Nonfire-smart vegetation” is deleted.

Section 604.1 “General” is amended to read as follows:

604.1 General. Vegetation and fuels shall be managed to reduce the severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure to buildings and to reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings as required by applicable laws and regulations. Defensible Space and plants and other vegetation shall be in accordance with the requirements of the Defensible Space Standards as issued and approved by the Fire Code Official and the specific requirements noted in the Code and Development Standard #2.

Section 604.2 “Application” is amended to read as follows:

604.2 Application. Buildings and structures located in the following areas shall maintain the required defensible space:

1. All unincorporated lands designated by the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection as a State Responsibility Area (SRA).

2. Land designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone by the Director.

3. Land designated in ordinance by local agencies as a High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone pursuant to Government Code Section 51179.

4. Other land designated by the Fire Code Official.

Section 604.3 “Requirements” is amended to read as follows:

604.3 Requirements. Vegetation and fuels around all buildings and structures shall be maintained and spaced at all times in accordance with the following laws and regulations.

1. Public Resources Code, Section 4290 & 4291.

2. California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, Subchapter 3, Article 3, Section 1299.03.

3. California Government Code, Section 51182.

4. California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 7, Subchapter 1, Section 3.07.

5. The requirements of the Vegetation Management Standards as issued and approved by the Fire Code Official Section 604.4 is deleted.

Section 604 6 “Correction of Condition” is added to read as follows:

604.6 Correction of Condition. The Fire Code Official is authorized to give notice to the owner of the property on which conditions regulated by Section 4907.1 exist to correct such conditions. If the owner fails to correct such conditions, the legislative body of the jurisdiction is au thorized to cause the same to be done and make the expense of such correction a lien on the property where such conditions exist.”

Section 604 7 “Roadway Vegetation Clearance” is added to read as follows:

604 7 Roadway Vegetation Clearance. Property owners are responsible for vegetation maintenance along private roadway / driveways and in most cases along public roads which front their property.

The Fire Code Official is authorized to cause areas within 10 feet on each side of portions of highways, streets, and private roads and/or driveways which are improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic to be cleared of flammable vegetation and other combustible growth.

Exception: Single specimen trees, ornamental shrubbery or cultivated ground cover such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground covers, provided that they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire. A minimum 13 feet 6 inches of vertical clearance shall be maintained above the full width of the required roadway or driveway to allow for effective response of emergency vehicles. The Fire Code Official is authorized to enter upon private property to do so.

Property owners shall remove dead trees, plants and other vegetative materials within 100 feet of any driveway, road, or as determined necessary by the Fire District.

Section 604 8 “Dumping” is added to read as follows:

604.8 Dumping. Waste material, ashes, refuse, trash or rubbish shall not be placed, deposited or dumped in the WUI area, or upon hazardous fire areas or in, upon or along trails, roadways or highways in hazardous fire areas.

Section 604 9 “Fire Hazard Determination” is added to read as follows:

604 9 Fire Hazard Determination. Cut or uncut weeds, grass, vines, dead trees, and other vegetation shall be removed when determined by the Fire Code Official to be a fire hazard. Section 4906 and Health and Safety Code section 13879 shall be utilized by the Fire Code Official to effect abatement.

Section 604 10 “Alternative Measures” is added to read as follows:

604 10 Alternative Measures. If the Fire Code Official determines that difficult terrain, danger of erosion or other unusual circumstances make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provisions of Section 4907 or impractical, enforcement thereof may be suspended and reasonable alternative measures may be provided.

Section 604 11 “Use of Fire Roads and Defensible Space” is added to read as follows:

604 11 Use of fire roads and Defensible Space. Motorcycles, motor scooters and motor vehicles shall not be driven or parked on, and trespassing is prohibited on, fire roads or Defensible Space beyond the point where travel is restricted by a cable, gate or sign, without the permission of the property o wners. Vehicles shall not be parked in a manner that obstructs the entrance to a fire road or Defensible Space. Radio and television aerials, guy wires thereto, and other obstructions shall not be installed or maintained on fire roads or Defensible Spaces, unless located 16 feet or more above such fire road or Defensible Space.

APPENDICES

Appendices A through I are deleted.

ARTICLE 6 AMENDMENTS MADE IN THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE.

The California Residential Code is amended and changed in the following respects:

CHAPTER 1 – ADMINISTRATION

SECTION 1.1 - GENERAL

Section 1 1.1 “Title” is amended to read as follows:

1.1.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Montecito Residential Code, may be cited as such and will be hereinafter referred to (collectively with the Montecito Fire Code, the Montecito Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and the Montecito Building Code) as the “Code”.

CHAPTER 3 – BUILDING PLANNING

SECTION R309 – AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Section R309.1 “Exception” is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

1. Any existing townhouse for which an application for building permits is filed or required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara for any alteration and/or addition that meets either of the following two requirements shall be required to install automatic fire sprinkler systems throughout the entire building:

i. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 50% of the existing square footage of the building floor area; or ii. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 1,000 square feet in gross floor area.

2. Any existing townhouse for which an application for building permits for alterations and/or additions is filed or is required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara, which is not served by water supplies meeting District standards as adopted from time to time shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building. The term water supply is more specifically defined in the District standards as adopted from time to time.

3. Any change of occupancy in an existing townhouse where the occupancy changes to a higher hazard classification or as deemed necessary by the Fire Code Official shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building.

Section R309.1.2 “Application” is added to read as follows:

R309.1.2 Application. The provisions of this Section shall be applicable within the District’s jurisdiction.

Section R309.2 “Exceptions” (1) is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

1. Any existing one- and two-family dwellings for which an application for building permits is filed or required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara for any alteration and/or addition that meets either of the following two requirements shall be requi red to install automatic fire sprinkler systems throughout the entire building:

i. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 50% of the existing square footage of the building floor area; or

ii. An aggregate alteration and/or addition that is greater than 1,000 square feet in gross floor area.

2. Any existing one- and two-family dwellings for which an application for building permits for alterations and/or additions is filed or is required to be filed with the County of Santa Barbara, which is not served by water supplies meeting District standards as adopted from time to time shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building. The term water supply is more specifically defined in the District standards as adopted from time to time.

3. Any change of occupancy in an existing one- or two-family dwelling where the occupancy changes to a higher hazard classification or as deemed necessary by the Fire Code Official shall require the installation of an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout the entire building.

Section R309.2.2 “Application” is added to read as follows:

R309.2.2 Application. The provisions of this Section shall be applicable within the District’s jurisdiction.

Section R309.3.1.2, Exceptions (1) and (4) are deleted.

ARTICLE 7 AMENDMENTS MADE IN THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE.

The California Building Code is amended and changed in the following respects:

SECTION 1.1 - GENERAL

Section 1.1.1 “Title” is amended to read as follows: 1.1.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Montecito Building Code, may be cited as such and will be hereinafter referred to (collectively with the Montecito Fire Code, the Montecito Wildland-Urban Interface Code, and the Montecito Residential Code) as the “Code”.

CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES

SECTION 1505 – FIRE CLASSIFICATION

Section 1505 “Fire Classification” is amended to read as follows:

“Notwithstanding any other requirement of the Code of the County of Santa Barbara, and except as otherwise provided in this Section, the roof assembly of any new building or the re-roofing of any existing building, regardless of the type or occupancy, shall be one of the following types of roofing:

(a) Exposed concrete slab roof.

(b) Sheet ferrous or copper roof covering only when applied over and fastened to non-combustible materials.

(c) Slate shingles.

(d) Clay or concrete roof tile.

(e) Any other roofing assembly, other than wood shake or shingles, which will, as determined by a certified testing laboratory, meet or exceed the then current test standards required by the Underwriters Laboratories for a “Class A” roof assembly. A “Class A” roof assembly meeting such standards is a roof assembly that is effective against severe fire exposures . Under such severe exposures, roof assemblies of this class are not readily flammable, afford a fairly high degree of fire protection to the roof deck, do not slip from position and pose no flying-brand hazard.

Exception: If, as of the effective date of this Section, less than 10% of the roof area of a then existing structure consists in the aggregate of the roofing materials required in (1) above, and if in addition less than 10% of the roof of said existing structure, is to be repaired, re-roofed or replaced, the replacement material need not be the requirements of (1) above. However, said replacement materials must meet the same fire retardant standards as the portion of the roof being replaced.

ARTICLE

8 APPEALS

Whenever the Fire Chief disapproves an application or refuses to issue a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of this Ordinance do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of this Ordinance have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the Fire Chief to the Board of the District within 30 days from the date of the decision of the Fire Chief. All decisions of the Board shall be final. The Board shall cause to be kept accurate written minutes and shall deliver or cause to be delivered written findings and decisions on all appeals considered by the Board to the appellant upon request.

ARTICLE 9 NEW MATERIALS, PROCESSES, OR OCCUPANCIES THAT MAY REQUIRE PERMITS.

The Fire Chief and Fire Marshal shall act as a committee to determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard, any new materials, processes or occupancies for which permits are required in addition to those now enumerated in this Ordinance. The Fire Marshal shall post such list in a conspicuous place at District headquarters and distribute copies thereof to interested persons.

ARTICLE 10 ENFORCEMENT OF PENALTIES

(a) Any person who violates any of the provisions of this Ordinance or fails to comply therewith, or who violates or fails to comply with any order made hereunder, or who builds in violation of any detailed statement of specifications or plans submitted and ap proved hereunder, or any certificate or permit issued hereunder, and from which no appeal has been taken, or who fails to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified by the Board or by a court of competent jurisdiction, within the required time,

shall severally for each and every such violation and non -compliance, respectively, be guilty of an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $250. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue; and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or defects within a reasonable time; and when not otherwise specified, each ten days that prohibited conditions are maintained shall constitute a separate offense.

(b) The application of the above penalties shall not be held to prevent the enforced removal of prohibited conditions. If a violation is determined to exist or to be impending, the Fire Chief is authorized to take such measures as are deemed necessary or expedient to secure compliance. In carrying out such measures, the Fire Chief and his agents may request, and shall receive, the assistance and cooperation of the County Building Official or other appropriate officials of the County of Santa Barbara.

(c) When the Fire Chief determines that any person has engaged in, is engaged in, or is about to engage in any act(s) or practice(s) which constitute or will constitute a violation of any provision of this Ordinance or the Code hereby adopted, the District Attorney or District Counsel may make application to the Superior Court of Santa Barbara County for an order restraining or enjoining such act(s) or practice(s), a permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order or other corrective order may be granted.

(d) In the event that any person, firm or corporation, whether as a principal, agent, employee or other type of representative shall fail to abate or correct a violation of any provision of this Ordinance or the Code hereby adopted after notice and opportunity to correct or end same, the District Attorney or District Counsel may apply to the Superior Court of the County for an order authorizing the District to undertake actions necessary to abate the violation and to require the violator to pay for the cost of such undertaking.

(e) Any person, whether as principal, agent, employee or other type of representative who maintains any premises in violation of any provision of this Ordinance or the Code hereby adopted shall be liable for and obligated to reimburse the District for all costs incurred by the District in obtaining compliance, or which are attributable to or associated with any enforcement action, whether such action is administrative, injunctive or legal; and for all damages suffered by the District, its agents, officers and e mployees as a result of such violation or efforts to enforce compliance.

(f) Any violation of any provision of this Ordinance or the Code and any amendment thereto may, in the discretion of the District Attorney for the County of Santa Barbara, be prosecuted as a misdemeanor.

ARTICLE 11. LIABILITY.

It is the intent of the Board to establish minimum standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare. This Ordinance shall not be construed to establish standards of performance, strength, or durability other than those specified. Nei ther this Ordinance nor any services rendered in connection with or pursuant to its terms by Fire District officers, agents or employees, are intended as nor shall be construed to be the basis for any express or implied warranties or guarantees to any person concerning any structure or portion thereof or appurtenance thereto constructed, repaired, replaced or removed pursuant to this Ordinance or the Code hereby adopted.

ARTICLE 12 FINDINGS

The Board, following due consideration, hereby finds and determines that all the amendments, deletions, and additions to the foregoing Codes are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions existing in the District. The District hereby finds and declares that:

The area within which the District is located regularly experiences strong, hot, dusty, and down canyon winds referred to locally as “Santa Anas” or “Sundowners.”

Such wind conditions increase fire danger by significantly contributing to the spread and intensity of fires, and significantly increase the difficulty of effective fire suppression within the District.

If a fire involving a single structure cannot be immediately extinguished, such wind conditions can rapidly spread flames to adjacent structures, significantly endangering lives and/or millions of dollars in property value.

Such winds can spread existing flames from a structure or natural fuel to structures and natural fuel significant distances away, even jumping over fire breaks and freeways, resulting in significant property damage and/or loss of life.

Much of the jurisdiction of the District is within heavy brush and chaparral. It is generally known to take about 25 years to build up extremely dangerous combustible brush conditions, and the District contains areas where combustible flora has built up for 50 to 100 years.

The District is in an area prone to extensive drought conditions, significantly increasing the already natural combustibility of the chaparral, brush and ornamental shrubbery in the District.

Such fuels can rapidly transform a small manageable fire into an uncontrollable conflagration, compromising the lives and safety of District personnel and residents.

The reduction of such fuels provides a direct correlation to the safety of the lives and property within the District, and will substantially reduce the risk of injury or death to District personnel.

The District is geographically situated such that extreme solar exposure (south, southwest, and west facing slopes) continually results in critically low live fuel moisture levels, further rendering most brush, chaparral and ornamental shrubbery highly combustible.

Due to these conditions even non-structural fires can pose a massive threat to the lives and structures located in the District.

The District is located in close proximity to several active earthquake faults. During and after an earthquake, there is a high potential for fires and other emergencies threatening the lives of District residents, generally requiring the commitment of all available resources.

Geographic and topographic conditions delay response times for fire apparatus (these conditions include remote structures; narrow, winding roads which hamper the access of modern fire suppression apparatus; and extremely sloping roads which tend to slow fire apparatus response).

Water can be in short supply in the District, and fires in areas with structures with noncombustible roofing typically consume far lesser quantities of water than those not complying with the Ordinance, allowing greater fire suppression coverage, and preventing unnecessary loss of life and/or property within the District.

U.S. Highway 101 traverses the District, and is a transportation route for hazardous materials and some traffic accidents on Highway 101 require the presence of all available fire apparatus, leaving the District with fewer resources to combat structural fires elsewhere in the District.

The Union Pacific Railroad line also traverses the District, and a train accident or derailment could immediately deplete the District’s resources, limiting the District’s ability to furnish fire protection for the balance of the District.

The Montecito Fire Protection District is in the mutual aid plan and is committed to supply personnel and equipment for serious fires outside the District and which can reduce the personnel and equipment available for response to possible emergencies within the District.

Further, in many instances because of the extra hazardous conditions, a defensible space protection zone around buildings and structures of only one hundred feet is not sufficient to provide for tenable wildland firefighting operations around such buildings and structures. These conditions are common upon lands within the District that are located within the Montecito Resource Management Zone as designated by the County of Santa Barbara. Such areas are generally rural areas with slopes exceeding 40% and a re covered with old age class chaparral and dense vegetation, creating conditions that are dangerous to fire fighters.

Portions of the District, however, that are designated on the Montecito Fire Protection District’s Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map as High Fire Hazard Severity Zone rather than Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone as previously designated by the California Di rector of Forestry and Fire Protection are in residential areas located south of East Valley Road (Highway 192). This area is comprised of more gentle terrain, with less dense brush, and ornamental landscape vegetation around the residences and estates. Road access in this area is moderate. Due to these conditions as compared to the conditions in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, the District designated this area as Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone.

The Board expressly finds and declares that the findings contained herein provide the basis for the amendment, deletions, and additions to the Code contained in this Ordinance.

ARTICLE 13. SEVERABILITY.

If any article, section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The Board hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each article, section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or word thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more articles, sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases or words may be unconstitutional or invalid.

ARTICLE 14 EFFECTIVE DATE AND PUBLICATION.

(a) Effective Date. This Ordinance was introduced for first reading on October 27, 2025, and passed on November 17, 2025, and shall take effect thirty (30) days after final passage.

(b) Publication. In accordance with Section 25124 of the Government Code, this Ordinance shall be published once, with the names of the members of the Board voting for and against it in a newspaper of general circulation in the District within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Governing Board of the MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT on this 17th day of November 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: S. Dougherty, M. Lee, P. van Duinwyk, S. Easton, J. Pennino

NAYS: None

ABSTAIN: None

ABSENT: None

/s/ Peter van Duinwyk

Peter van Duinwyk, President

MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

ATTEST:

/s/ Sylvia Easton

Sylvia Easton, Secretary ) ss.

COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA )

I, Sylvia Easton, Secretary of the Governing Board of the Montecito Fire Protection District, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of the California Fire Code hereby adopted Ordinance No. 2025-02 of said District, adopted at a regular meeting of the Governing Board, held on the 17th day of November, 2025, at which meeting a quorum of the Governing Board was present and acting throughout, and that the same has not been amended or repealed.

DATED: This 17th day of November 2025

/s/ Sylvia Easton

Sylvia Easton, Secretary

MONTECITO FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

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