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Assault weapons ban passes in House But legislation is expected to stall in the Senate By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

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People go past the stores in the 900 block of State Street in downtown Santa Barbara. Despite a second consecutive quarter of decline in the Gross Domestic Product, Peter Rupert, executive director of the UCSB Economic Forecast Project, said he doesn’t believe the U.S. is in a recession.

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The first federal ban on assault weapons since the 1990s passed Friday in the House. The vote was 217-213, with the Democratic majority supporting and all but two Republicans voting against it. Five Democrats opposed it. The measure moves on to the Senate, where the Democratic majority will face the usual question of whether it can muster the 10 Republican votes needed to avoid a filibuster. And that’s assuming all 50 senators who caucus with the Democratic Party vote for it. Political analysts predict the bill won’t pass in the Senate, where Republicans have opposed it as unconstitutional and see it as taking rights away from lawabiding citizens. Republicans also see the bill as an election-year strategy by Democrats trying to keep their majorities in the House and Senate. Traditionally the party in control of the White House loses its control of at least one chamber of Congress during the midterm after the start of a president’s first term. But Democrats say the legislation is essential to protect lives after the recent mass shootings across the U.S., including those in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, N.Y. The legislation bans the manufacture, sale, transfer, possession or importation of many kinds of semi-automatic weapons. The legislation was authored by U.S. Rep. David Cicilline, DRhode Island. Congress initially banned assault weapons in 1994, but the ban expired a decade later. During Friday’s vote, Speaker Nancy Pelosi said the initial ban “saved lives.” But the National Rifle Association on Friday said the 1994 ban failed to significantly reduce crime and described the new House Resolution 1808, the

Assault Weapons Ban of 2022, as deceptive. “The promises made in HR 1808 are nothing short of a lie based on willful ignorance of the disastrous 1994 Clinton Gun Ban, which failed to produce any significant drop in crime,” the NRA-Institute for Legislative Action said in a statement on its website (nraila.org.) “With more than 24 million potentiallybanned firearms in common use, these draconian restrictions fall in blatant opposition to the Supreme Court’s rulings in Bruen, Caetano v. Massachusetts and DC v. Heller.” President Joe Biden, meanwhile, urged the Senate to quickly approve the legislation and send it to his desk. U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal, DSanta Barbara, praised the House’s action. “As a Marine Corps veteran, I’ve seen firsthand the destruction that assault rifles are capable of,” Rep. Carbajal said in a statement sent Friday to the News-Press. “They are weapons of war. They’re designed to do more harm, faster. And they have no place in our communities or on our streets. “But tragically, the vast majority of the deadliest mass shootings that we have seen in recent years have been carried out with one of these deadly weapons,” he said. “It was wrong of Congress to let the assault weapons ban expire in 2004, and I’ve been fighting to revive it since my first day in office,” Rep. Carbajal said. “If we want to end gun violence, we have to crack down on the weapons that mass shooters and criminals prefer.” The new law includes $750 million set aside for states to create and administer “red flag” laws and other measures that can keep guns out of the hands of those who are deemed to be a threat to themselves or others. That was something Rep. Carbajal originally proposed in his Extreme Risk Protection Order Act. email: dmason@newspress.com

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The debate continues on whether the U.S. is in a recession, after Thursday’s report showing a second consecutive quarter of negative growth in the Gross Domestic Product. The report indicated a decrease at an annual rate of 0.9%. Despite the report, the White House denies there’s a recession, and Dr. Peter Rupert of UCSB agrees. “No, I would not consider us in recession,” said Dr. Rupert, a professor of economics and the executive director of the UCSB Economic Forecast Project. “There are many parts of the economy that are very strong, especially the housing market,” Dr. Rupert told the News-Press Friday, answering questions by email. “Yes, things have slowed down, but from a pretty high level. “We are always in ‘danger’ of entering a recession as many different things can and

Two passersby approach Brandy Melville women’s clothing store at 939 State St. The White House says consumer spending is one of the criteria in describing the economy.

do happen,” Dr. Rupert said, answering the News-Press’ questions by email. He noted unemployment remains very low. “There are more job openings than we have seen before, about two open jobs for every unemployed person,” he said. “So there are lots of opportunities to find a good job.” While recession is commonly defined as two consecutive quarters of negative growth, this is not an official definition. “There is no real definition of recession,” Dr. Rupert said. The private, nonpartisan organization that determines whether there’s a recession is the

National Bureau of Economic Research. “They look at a general view of the economy using data from output as well as the labor market,” Dr. Rupert said. “The NBER is the group that announces whether we are in.a recession or not,” he said. “They merely look at various pieces of information that would describe the overall economy. Obviously there can be some sectors that are not doing well and others doing great. And if you are in an industry that is facing declining demand (whether in recession or not), then employment can fall leading to more unemployment. “A recession is one in which

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The city of Goleta this week celebrated the unveiling and completion of Monarch 1, Goleta’s first solar array, at a green ribboncutting at Goleta City Hall. The event was attended Wednesday by approximately 60 people including the entire Goleta City Council, city staff, dignitaries, stakeholders, staff from neighboring jurisdictions, and community members. Peter Imhof, director of the Goleta Planning and Environmental Review and recently retired, former Sustainability Manager Cindy

Moore cut the green ribbon underneath the new installation, followed by cheers from the audience. The Monarch 1 Solar project will generate 210 kilowatts of solar power, which will power nearly 100% of city hall’s energy usage with clean, renewable energy produced on-site, according to the city of Goleta. It’s located behind Goleta City Hall, 130 Cremona Drive, Goleta. Monarch 1 is wired to be microgrid ready and includes prewiring for six electric vehicle charging stations to be installed in the future. Anticipated savings for the city over the 25-year lifespan Please see MONARCH 1 on A10

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there are widespread declines,” said Dr. Rupert. According to the NBER: “A recession is the period between a peak of economic activity and its subsequent trough, or lowest point. Between trough and peak, the economy is in an expansion … “The NBER’s definition emphasizes that a recession involves a significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy and lasts more than a few months. In our interpretation of this definition, we treat the three criteria — depth, diffusion and duration— as somewhat interchangeable. That is, while each criterion Please see RECESSION on A10

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LA County ditches plans to reinstate universal indoor mask mandate By MADISON HIRNEISEN THE CENTER SQUARE

(The Center Square) – Los Angeles County will not reinstate an indoor mask mandate Friday after seeing an improvement in COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations, county health officials announced on Thursday. Los Angeles County Public Health Department Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer had initially warned two weeks ago that the county could move to reinstate an indoor mask mandate at the end of the month as a result of the county moving into the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s “high” community level. However, the county has started to see a decrease in hospital admissions over the past week and will likely be designated within the CDC’s “medium” community level in the coming days. “Given the declines in case of hospitalization numbers, we’re hopeful that the admission rate over the next few days remains under 10 new

Trends in hospital admissions have sloped downward in recent days, prompting optimism from health officials that the latest surge may have peaked.

admissions per 100,000 residents and LA County is soon officially moved by CDC to the medium community level,” Dr. Ferrer said during a press briefing on Thursday. “As I noted last week, any indication that the county would soon be moving to the medium community level would be a good reason to not move forward with universal indoor masking, which is what we are doing today.” Los Angeles County lifted its indoor mask mandate in most public places in mid-March, though masks are still required on public transportation, in health care settings, emergency shelters and correctional facilities. County health officials have warned for several weeks that an indoor mask mandate could be a possibility based on rising case rates and hospitalizations, as previously reported by the Los Angeles Times. However, trends in hospital admissions have sloped downward in recent days, prompting optimism from health officials that the latest surge may have peaked. Looking forward, Dr. Ferrer said it’s “hard for us to imagine reinstating universal indoor masking when we’re on this significant of a decline,” but noted that the county could reassess in the future. “Should we see another big increase in cases and increases in hospital admissions, which we don’t think is likely for the very immediate future because of the trends we’re seeing… We would have to go back and reassess whether we are resetting the clock about needing to remain in high or we’re gonna use some other timetable,” Dr. Ferrer said. To instate a mask mandate, the county previously had to remain in the “high” community level for a period of two

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Impoving COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations in Los Angeles County, health officials have announced the county will not return to indoor mask mandates.

weeks. The Public Health Department said Thursday that the county is averaging 9.7 new COVID-19 hospital admissions per 100,000 a week, which would qualify the region for the medium transmission level, according to the CDC. The prospect of reinstating the mask mandate in LA County drew scrutiny from some residents and officials, even

prompting some city leaders to say they would refuse to enforce a mandate. The Beverly Hills city council decided this week they would not enforce a mandate, as reported by NBC Los Angeles. Additionally, the City of Pasadena announced Tuesday that it would not be issuing a general indoor mask mandate after seeing COVID-19 case

rates decline and hospitalization metrics not increase over a 10-day period. The City of Long Beach issued a similar announcement Tuesday, saying that the city has been in the CDC’s “medium” transmission level in recent weeks and would align with the California Department Health to urge masking, but not require it.

Monday is deadline to comment on San Jose Creek bike path plan By KATHERIN ZEHNDER NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Only a few days remain to provide feedback on the San Jose Creek Bike Path Project environmental document. This long anticipated project is considered to be an important component of the city of Goleta’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The city said the bike patch will provide a critical connection between existing bike routes north of U.S. 101 and the Atascadero Creek Bike Path to the south. In particular, it will connect bike routes north of Calle Real all the way to the Coast Route, which connects with Goleta Beach and UCSB and goes into Santa Barbara. To see the document, go to cityofgoleta.org/ home/showdocument?id=26943. People are asked to submit public comments via email to Laura Bridley at lbridley@ cityofgoleta.org and Teresa Lopes tlopes@ cityofgoleta.org. Comments can also be mailed to the city

of Goleta, ATTN: Laura Bridley and Teresa Lopes, 130 Cremona Drive, Suite B, Goleta 93117. All comments must be received no later than noon Monday. The Initial Study-Mitigated Negative Declaration environmental document for the Project describes the detailed improvements that will be made to the city’s transportation system. It also discusses the possible environmental effects of building this nearly 1.5-mile route, along with comprehensive protection measures and construction management strategies. The new path will include space for bicycles and pedestrians beginning on Calle Real, proceeding under Highway 101, and continuing along San Jose Creek through Armitos Park and Jonny D. Wallis Park in Old Town Goleta, north of Hollister Avenue. The route will then pick up on Kellogg Avenue and cross over State Route 217 (Ward Memorial Boulevard) on a 350-foot long 12-foot wide bicycle/pedestrian bridge. The path then lowers to align adjacent to State Route 217, separated by a 2-foot concrete

barrier and bicycle/pedestrian rail to separate users from the roadway. At the south end of the project, the bike path will continue under State Route 217 in a newly constructed box culvert. There will be daylight again on the southeast side of the highway as the path connects with the existing Atascadero Creek Bike Path. A project map is available at www.cityofgoleta.org/home/ showdocument?id=27097. After this public comment period on the draft IS-MND, the project will be scheduled for review and approval by the Goleta City Council on Sept. 20. Following the city of Goleta approval, the project will proceed to the California Coastal Commission for permitting in accordance with the State Coastal Act. For more information, contact Ms.Lopes (tlopes@cityofgoleta.org or 805-961-7563) or Laura Bridley (lbridley@cityofgoleta.org or 805-896-2153).

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A motorcyclist died Thursday on State Route 1 near Vandenberg Space Force Base after a collision involving his motorcycle and a GMC.

Mr. Zuzinec remains in custody without bail at the County Main Jail in Santa Barbara on suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance (a misdemeanor), DUI causing injury (a felony), and vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated (a felony) as well as a remand for previous pending charges. — Katherine Zehnder

Motorcyclist dies in collision A motorcyclist died Thursday on State Route 1 during a collision that affected five vehicles and closed the northbound and southbound lanes near Vandenberg Space Force Base for more than four hours. The initial investigation indicates that the first party was driving a GMC Yukon, northbound on State Route 1 in

the second lane, between 60-70 mph, according to the California Highway Patrol. The CHP said the second party was driving an Aprilia motorcycle southbound on State Route 1 at undetermined speed, within the first lane. The CHP said the third party was driving a Lincoln Navigator northbound on SR-1, in the second lane, at approximately 60 mph, behind the motorcycle. The passenger in the car was Francisco Solorio, 62. A fourth party was driving a Jeep Cherokee northbound on State Route 1, in the first lane, at approximately 70 mph, to the left rear of the Lincoln, according to the CHP. The fifth party was driving a 2018 Subaru Legacy northbound on State Route 1, in the first lane, at approximately 73-76 mph, behind the Jeep, the CHP reported. This collision occurred as the

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The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a death that occurred on Painted Cave Road. At approximately 9:59 p.m. on July 23, deputies were dispatched to the area of Painted Cave Road, north of State Route 154, for a report of a person down in the roadway. When they arrived, they found a man, later identified as 37-yearold Daniel Zuzinec, awake and near a vehicle, and a woman, later identified as 45-year-old Nicole Lawson, unconscious in the roadway, said Raquel Zick, the Sheriff’s Office’s public information officer. Ms. Zick said medics responded to the scene and pronounced Ms. Lawson deceased. Mr. Zuzinec was detained and ultimately arrested for driving under the influence of drugs, Ms. Zick said in a news release Friday. He experienced a medical emergency and was transported to an area hospital, where he was booked in absentia. In the hours and days that followed, the sheriff’s office has been investigating this incident. The Sheriff’s Major Accident Response Team responded to the area for the traffic collision investigation and were assisted by forensic technicians. Sheriff’s detectives also responded to the scene to handle the criminal investigation. The Coroner’s Bureau conducted a death investigation that included an autopsy on Wednesday. This multifaceted investigation remains ongoing, and Ms. Lawson’s final cause and manner of death are pending toxicology, Ms. Zick said.

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Continued from Page A2 The drivers of the Jeep and the Subaru turned their respective vehicles into the center divider to avoid a collision with the GMC. The Jeep was struck with debris from the initial collision between the GMC and the Aprilia. The Subaru sustained minor damage from turning into the center divider. After the collision, the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries at the scene, and the driver of the GMC was transported to Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria for minor injuries. The drivers of the Lincoln, Jeep and Subaru remained at the scene, and no injuries were reported for them or the passengers in the Jeep and Subaru, according to the CHP. Alcohol and/or drugs do not appear to be a factor in this collision, and no arrests have been made, the CHP said. The collision is under investigation. Officer Gerics is the investigating officer. — Katherine Zehnder

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VENTURA — Caltrans announced Friday that Highway 101 will be reduced to one southbound bypass lane from Mussel Shoals to Faria Beach from 9 each night to 6 the next morning, Aug. 3-5 and Aug. 8-10. Highway 101’s off- and on-ramps at Seacliff will be closed the same nights from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The southbound lane on the coastal side will be closed to proceed with pavement rehabilitation on two right southbound lanes and shoulders that remain closed behind krails, according to Caltrans. The southbound U.S. Highway 101 off- and on-ramps at Seacliff also will be closed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Aug. 3-5 and August 8-10 for trucks to access a batch plant. The southbound U.S. 101 bypass lane on the mountain side will remain open, but it has no exits from Mussel Shoals to Faria Beach.

Two northbound U.S. 101 lanes also will remain open in the work zone, which connects Ventura and Santa Barbara. Motorists should expect delays and highintensity lights at night, according to Caltrans. Residents and businesses located near the freeway may experience noise, vibrations and dust associated with construction activities. Signs are posted. Closures may start and end later. Real-time traffic information can be found at quickmap.dot.ca.gov. All work is subject to change due to weather or construction-related issues. The work is part of a $48 million pavement rehabilitation project — including $5.5 million in funding from Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 — on a 4.3-mile section of U.S. 101 north of Ventura. The project will smooth the roadway and extend pavement life, according to Caltrans. More details are available at: tinyurl.com/ mrycvtdm. — Katherine Zehnder

(The Center Square) – A new report by consulting firm Energy Strategies found that establishing a Regional Transmission System for Western states could bring significant economic benefits to the region, including up to 657,000 permanent, high-paying jobs and $2 billion in annual energy savings. The “Western RTO Economic Impact Study” was conducted on behalf of Advanced Energy Economy, a Washington, D.C.based trade association. An RTO coordinates, controls, and monitors a multi-state electric grid. Currently, the West is one of the only regions in the U.S. without an RTO managing its power grid. Energy Strategies’ analysis found that every state in the Western region – Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming – could expect to benefit from an RTO. Per the report, an RTO could benefit the regional economy by lowering electricity prices, driving clean energy development, expanding existing businesses, and attracting new businesses. Besides generating jobs through 2030 and saving costs on energy, the report touts up to $79.2 billion in additional gross regional product per year across the 11 states and the addition of 4,400 Megawatts of clean energy to the Western grid. “We at AEE commissioned this study to look at the economic impact of a Western RTO and what that would mean for the region and the states,” Amisha Rai, Managing Director at AEE, said during a Tuesday morning virtual press briefing. Todd Myers, environmental director for the free market Washington Policy Center think tank in Seattle, said an RTO would mean trade-offs. “Like everything, it is a mixed bag,” he said. “Generally, expanding electricity trade among states makes the system more resilient, allowing energy to go where there is demand.”

The report’s RTO job-creation numbers struck Mr. Myers as too rosy. “The projection of creating a huge amount of new jobs, however, seems ridiculous to me,” he said. “Such projections are wildly speculative.” Mr. Myers noted not all states would see the same results under an RTO. “But the impacts will vary from state to state,” he said. “Washington has some of, if not the, lowest electricity rates in the nation. Increasing trade among states would create more competition for our electricity, and would probably drive our rates up while driving rates in other states down.” He went on to say, “On aggregate, overall costs could go down, but not every state would necessarily see benefits.” A collective arrangement like an RTO would also mean individual state laws could end up having an effect on other Western states, Mr. Myers pointed out. “Additionally, laws about energy mix would still be state-to-state,” he said. “So, if California made foolish decisions – like closing the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant – that would put additional pressure on Washington state’s electricity.” The Diablo Canyon plant is scheduled to shutter one unit in 2024 and the second in 2025. The closures are part of a settlement agreement reached by plant operator Pacific Gas & Electric Co., environmental groups, and local authorities. With the threat of power shortages looming, California leaders – including Gov. Gavin Newsom – are considering delaying the long-planned closure of the state’s final nuclear power plant. “That exists to some extent already,” Mr. Myers said of pressure from other states on Washington’s electricity, “but an RTO would, theoretically, increase the impact of other states’ policies on Washington.” In the coming months, AEE plans to release reports on how individual Western states would be impacted by an RTO, Caitlin Liotiris, principal with Energy Strategies, said.

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I look forward to continuing that tradition in recruiting and mentoring high quality young men who will not only succeed on the course but as well as the classroom. I can’t thank Coach Walter Chun and the Cal Golf Committee enough for the past three years. I have learned so much from him and the Cal family and I am ready to bring that knowledge to UCSB and the Santa Barbara community. I am ready to hit the ground running.” Before his time at UC Berkeley, Massoletti was the assistant men’s golf coach at the University of New Mexico, helping to bring the program a Mountain West Conference Championship in 2019. While in New Mexico, he coached an individual conference champion as well as developing an All-American, six All-Mountain West selections, a Freshman of the Year and six Academic AllAmericans. The Lobos made it to the NCAA Regionals twice during his three years as well as earning the Academic Nation Championship by achieving the highest team GPA in Division I

men’s golf. Before coaching at New Mexico, Massoletti was the head men’s and women’s golf coach at Saint Mary’s University in Texas. He led the teams to multiple NCAA appearances and coached a Heartland Conference Freshman of the Year, seven All-Heartland Conference selections and two AllRegion athletes. Massoletti’s career began at the Teravista Golf Club in Round Rock, Tex., where he served as the Director of Instruction. He also was a volunteer assistant coach for St. Edward’s University and played in multiple professional golf tours prior to his coaching career. His collegiate career was split between California State University Chico, where he was an All-American as a sophomore, and Texas A&M, where he earned the Bob Ellis Team Leader Award and received Scholar Athlete recognition three times. Massoletti graduated from Texas A&M in 2008. email: msmolensky@newspress.com

Krystle Evans Rejoins Gauchos’ Staff as Assistant Coach By MICHAEL JORGENSON UCSB SPORTS WRITER

The UC Santa Barbara women’s basketball team has hired former director of basketball operations Krystle Evans as its newest assistant coach, head coach Bonnie Henrickson announced on Thursday. “I am thrilled to welcome Krystle back to UC Santa Barbara!” Henrickson said. “Krystle is a relationship builder and connector. She has had success at every level and is connected and respected in the women’s basketball community. She will work tirelessly to recruit championship caliber players to UCSB and is committed to making an impact in the lives of our student athletes and in the Santa Barbara community.” Evans, who was last on the staff during Henrickson’s inaugural season with the Gauchos in 2015-16, rejoins UCSB following a very successful stint with the Academy of Art women’s basketball team. After serving as both an assistant and as interim head coach, she was named the program’s head coach beginning in April 2019. Additionally, she served as the assistant athletic director of academics and admission liaison from October 2018 to April 2019 and went on to become the department’s senior woman administrator. “Being at UC Santa Barbara is an unbelievable privilege,” Evans said. “This is where I got my start in the NCAA as a young professional, so UCSB has always held a special place in my heart. Coach Bonnie has a clear vision where she wants to take this program and I feel the same energy from the players and staff. I am thankful Coach Bonnie has made me part of the Gaucho Family and cannot wait to get on the court and get to work, as well as make a positive impact on the Santa Barbara community.” Under Evans’ leadership, and coming off the COVID-shortened 2020-21 season, the Urban Knights would enjoy their best campaign in six years in 2021-

22, going 18-11 to finish third in the Pacific West Conference, reaching the PacWest Tournament title game, and returning to the NCAA Division II Tournament. The team’s tenacious defense saw ART U set single-season program records for scoring defense (61.0) and blocks per game (5.2) as four players earned PacWest Defender of the Week, a trio earned All-PacWest Team selections, and six earned Academic All-PacWest honors. In 2019-20, Evans’ first full season as the team’s head coach, the Urban Knights claimed their highest win total since 2017. They also set the program scoring record with 123 points versus Dominican and won four of six games during a crucial stretch to remain in the PacWest playoff hunt. The previous year, she took over as interim head coach midway through the season. Prior to her stint with the Urban Knights, Evans was an assistant coach at Cal State Dominguez Hills, where one of her primary focuses was to develop skills at the guard position. While with the Toros, she also worked as a compliance and academic liaison, was heavily involved in recruiting, and even taught a class on the experience of the African American athlete in the media. During the 2016-17 school year, Evans was an assistant coach at UC Irvine, where she was relied upon for scouting and recruitment along with the evaluation of student-athletes’ practice and competition performance and academic team counsel. She came to the Anteaters following a year as the Gauchos’ director of basketball operations in which she was responsible for tracking academic progress, coordinating team travel along with community service efforts, and assisting all incoming student-athletes with financial aid, hosting, admissions, and other orientation aspects. From 2010-15, she was an associate head coach at L.A. Southwest College, where she helped graduate Please see EVANS on A5

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(The Center Square) – California state health officials are not yet declaring a state of emergency due to the monkeypox outbreak in the Golden State but say they are closely monitoring the situation. California Department of Public Health Director Dr. Thomás Aragón told reporters Friday that the state health department is taking the outbreak seriously and is working closely with local health jurisdictions to monitor the situation but is not yet declaring a public health emergency. “We continue to review everything and we’ll decide whether we need to do anything additional like declare a public health emergency,” Dr. Aragón said Friday. The public health director noted that, following COVID19, the state is in a “much better situation to be able to deal with monkeypox” due to existing infrastructure established during the pandemic, such as contract tracing and the disease surveillance system. He also assured members of the public Friday that “monkeypox is not like COVID” in the way it spreads – primarily by close physical contact with an infected individual. California had 786 probable and

confirmed cases of monkeypox as of Thursday, with 66% of cases coming out of San Francisco and Los Angeles counties, Dr. Aragón said. The rising cases of monkeypox caused San Francisco officials to declare a local public health emergency on Thursday, allowing the city to receive future reimbursement from the state and federal government and streamline resources. “San Francisco is an epicenter for the country. Thirty percent of all cases in California are in San Francisco,” Dr. Susan Philip, San Francisco Public Health officer, said in a statement. “We have always been on the forefront of advocacy and action for LGBTQ+ health and I’m issuing this declaration to reaffirm our commitment to the wellbeing of these communities and to allow us to move more quickly to obtain and distribute the resources needed to help those disproportionately impacted.” The city’s declaration Thursday quickly called into question whether or not the state could soon move to declare a public health emergency. Earlier this week, Sen. Scott Wiener, DSan Francisco, called on both California and San Francisco to declare a state of emergency to address the virus that is disproportionately impacting

members of the LGBTQ community. “State of Emergency declarations will create significant flexibility around testing, contracting for services, and administration of vaccinations,” Sen. Wiener said in a statement Wednesday. “It will allow us to use all the resources in our power to contain the outbreak. Right now, we don’t have enough vaccines or testing, and we need flexibility to expand access to both.” Sen. Wiener, alongside several other lawmakers, also asked for federal authorization Thursday to utilize certain COVID-19 funds to bolster the state’s response to monkeypox. Dr. Aragón said Friday that the state has received more than 37,000 vaccine doses and expects an additional 72,000 vaccine doses soon. The public health director said the state has requested up to 800,000 vaccine doses. Last weekend, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a global health emergency – the same designation given in response to the COVID19 outbreak in January 2020, as reported by CNBC. As of Thursday, the U.S. had over 4,900 confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

First settlement reached for health-care workers in lawsuit filed over COVID-19 vaccine mandate By BETHANY BLANKLEY THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) – The first settlement in the U.S. has been reached in a class action lawsuit filed by health care workers over a university system’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Chicago-based NorthShore University HealthSystem has agreed to pay more than 500 current and former health-care workers a total of $10,337,500 as part of the terms of the settlement. It’s also changing its policy to accommodate religious exemption requests and rehiring former employees who were fired or forced to resign whose exemption requests were denied. Represented by the nonprofit religious freedom organization Liberty Counsel, NorthShore employees sued, alleging they were discriminated against because they were denied religious exemptions from the company’s vaccine mandate. The settlement was filed Friday in the federal Northern District Court of Illinois. The is the “first-of-its-kind class action settlement against a private employer who unlawfully denied hundreds of religious exemption requests to COVID-

19 shots,” Liberty Counsel said. Its founder and chairman, Mat Staver, said it “should be a wakeup call to every employer that did not accommodate or exempt employees who opposed the COVID shots for religious reasons. Let this case be a warning to employers that violated Title VII.” Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. The settlement nearly concludes a conflict that began after NorthShore rejected employees’ religious accommodation requests to its “Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.” Last October, Liberty Counsel sent a demand letter on behalf of the impacted employees but NorthShore didn’t change its policy. As a result, Liberty Counsel filed a class action lawsuit. “If NorthShore had agreed then to follow the law and grant religious exemptions, the matter would have been quickly resolved and it would have cost it nothing,” Liberty Counsel said. While the parties have agreed to the settlement, it still has to be approved by the court. Employees of NorthShore who were denied religious exemptions will receive

notice of the settlement and be given an opportunity to comment, object, request to opt out, or submit a claim form for payment within deadlines yet to be established by the court. The settlement requires NorthShore to change its “no religious accommodations” policy, which it has agreed to do, and provide religious accommodations in every position throughout its company. Employees who were terminated because their religious exemption requests were denied are now eligible to be rehired, according to the terms of the settlement. They can apply for positions at their previously held seniority level within 90 days of the court approving the final settlement. NorthShore’s director of PR, Colette Urban, told The Center Square, “We continue to support system-wide, evidencebased vaccination requirements for everyone who works at NorthShore – Edward-Elmhurst Health and thank our team members for helping to keep our communities safe. “The settlement reflects implementation of a new systemPlease see SETTLEMENT on A10

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Rookie, a McNair Scholar, a Vice Provost for PreCollege Scholars (VIPS) Mentor, and was published four times. She went on to be one of just 96 AfricanAmerican students in her graduating class, after having participated in numerous rallies demanding change from the admissions board in how it reviews applications. That movement resulted in the university adopting new review processes incorporating a new “holistic approach.” After graduating in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in political science with a United States government concentration and an education minor, her hard work and leadership qualities earned her a California’s 30 Under 30 Award, the Wasserman Research Scholar Award, Marguerite LaMotte’s Rosa Parks Leadership Award, the LAUSD Trailblazer Award, along with numerous other recognitions. Evans is also a Past Regional Representative of the Far West Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc and earned her Masters of Arts Degree in Kinesiology at Fresno Pacific University in 2016. She is currently working on her Ph.D. in Sports Leadership at Concordia Chicago. Michael Jorgenson writes about sports for UCSB. email: sports@newspress.com

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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220001701 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: ERIKA’S CLEANING, 747 GLEN ANNIE RD, GOLETA, CA 93117, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: SYLVIA ROMERO: 747 GLEN ANNIE RD, GOLETA, CA 93117. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/05/2022 by E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jun 30, 2022. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL) JUL 15, 22, 29; AUG 5 / 2022--58494

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220001827 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: ANIME SUGOIS, 125 WEST CARRILLO ST., APT 2, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: JUSTIN RAY LEE CEYTE: 125 WEST CARRILLO ST., APT 2, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/19/2022 by E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Not Applicable. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220001785 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: TJ TRAILER SALES, 1860 W BETTERAVIA RD, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: TJ TRAILER SALES, INC: 1860 W BETTERAVIA RD, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/13/2022 by E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jun 01, 2022. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

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TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JESSICA MONIQUE STEELE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: JESSICA MONIQUE STEELE to Proposed name: JESSICA PAIGE STEELE 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. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: August 22, 2022 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 5 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 07/08/2022 Name: COLLEEN K. STERNE, Judge of the Superior Court.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE (U.C.C. 6101 et seq. and B & P 24073 et seq.) Escrow No. 1621-SS Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below: The names(s) and business address(es) of the Seller(s)/ Licensee(s) is/are: WATERFRONT FOOD GROUP LLC, 113 HARBOR WAY, SUITE 180, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 The location in California of the chief executive ofﬁce of the Seller is: SAME AS ABOVE The name(s) and business address(es) of the Buyer(s)/ Transferee(s) is/are: AMY ROSE, BRYAN DEMINIE AND DENNIS LONGABERGER, 113 HARBOR WAY, SUITE 180, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/ Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: NONE The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, GOODWILL, LEASEHOLD INTEREST AND ABC LICENSE and are located at: 113 HARBOR WAY, SUITE 180, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 The ABC License to be transferred is: ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE 47-622175 Now issued for the premises located at: 113 HARBOR WAY, SUITE 180, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109 And the name of the business is: SALTY’S ON THE BEACH RESTAURANT (AKA: CHOMP ON THE ROCKS RESTAURANT) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is UPON ISSUANCE OF THE PERMANENT ABC LICENSE TO BUYER at the ofﬁce of: INNOVATIVE ESCROW, INC., 28212 KELLY JOHNSON PKWY, STE. 110, VALENCIA, CA 91355 The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, including the estimated inventory, is the sum of $600,000.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT: CASH $300,000.00; PROMISSORY NOTE $300,000.00 It has been agreed between the Seller/Licensee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. WATERFRONT FOOD GROUP LLC,, Seller/Licensee AMY ROSE, BRYAN DEMINIE AND DENNIS LONGABERGER, Buyer/Transferee ORD-1082792 SANTA BARBARA NEWS PRESS 7/29/22

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JUL 27, AUG 3, 10, 27 / 2022--58526 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220001735 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: LAMBERT PRODUCTIONS, 1332 SANTA BARBARA ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: JOSEPH N LAMBERT: 56 BARANCA AVE. APARTMENT 6, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/08/2022 by E29, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jul 04, 2022. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220001812 First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: FIRE & ICE EVENTS LLC, 1727 STATE ST, SUITE 29, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: FIRE & ICE EVENTS LLC: 1727 STATE ST SUITE 29, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, STATE OF INC.: CALIFORNIA. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS NAMES: FISTREET STUDIO, FIRE & ICE STREET. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/18/2022 by E54, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Not Applicable. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL)

PETITION OF: JESSICA MONIQUE STEELE FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV02395

Santa Barbara MTD Invitation for Bids for DPF Cleaning System The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), a public transit operator, is accepting bids for a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Cleaning System. Invitation for Bids (IFB) packages are available to interested parties starting on July 20, 2022. Detailed information about the IFB will be available on MTD’s website at https://sbmtd.gov/about/doing-business/. Sealed bids will be received at 550 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 until Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 10:00 AM (local time) when bids will be opened and read aloud. Any bid received after that time will be returned unopened to the bidder. All contract terms are contained or referenced in the IFB package.

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The Secretary of the Planning Commission has set a public hearing for Thursday, August 11, 2022 beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street. On Thursday, August 04, 2022, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Thursday, August 11, 2022 will be posted on the outdoor bulletin board at City Hall, 735 Anacapa Street, and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PC. Agendas, Minutes, and Staff Reports are also accessible online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PC. TELEVISION COVERAGE: This meeting will be broadcast live on City TV-Channel 18 and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTV. See SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTVProgramGuide for a rebroadcast schedule. An archived video of this meeting will be available at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PCVideos. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may be submitted via email to PCSecretary@ SantaBarbaraCA.gov before the beginning of the Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to the Commission and will become part of the public record. You may also submit written correspondence via US Postal Service (USPS) addressed to PC Secretary, PO Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990. However, please be advised, correspondence sent via USPS may not be received in time to process prior to the meeting and email submissions are highly encouraged. Please note that the Commission may not have time to review written comments received after 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting. All public comment that is received before 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting will be published on the City’s website at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/PC. Comments provided via USPS or e-mail will be converted to a PDF before being posted on the City’s website. Note: comments will be published online the way they are received and without redaction of personal identifying information; including but not limited to phone number, home address, and email address. Only submit information that you wish to make available publicly. APPEALS: Decisions of the Planning Commission may be appealed to the City Council. For further information and guidelines on how to appeal a decision to City Council, please contact the City Clerk’s office at Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov as soon as possible. Appeals may be filed in person at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or in writing via email to Clerk@SantaBarbaraCA.gov and by first class mail postage prepaid within 10 calendar days of the meeting at which the Commission took action or rendered its decision. Appeals and associated fee postmarked after the 10th calendar day will not be accepted. NOTE TO INTERESTED PARTIES: Only those persons who participate through public comment either orally or in writing on an item on this Agenda have standing to appeal the decision. Grounds for appeal are limited to those issues raised either orally or in written correspondence delivered to the review body at, or prior to, the public hearing. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the City Administrator’s Office at (805) 564-5305. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. 1. 601 Santa Barbara St. (formerly 119 E. Cota St.) Assessor’s Parcel Number:

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Brad Hess, Public Works Department/ City of Santa Barbara

Project Description:

Development Plan for a new Police Station and parking structure JUL 29 / 2022 -- 58536

NOTICE OF PUBLICATIONS ON APPLICATIONS REGARDING PROVISIONS OF TITLE 28 AND/OR 30 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SANTA BARBARA (SBMC) The Secretary of the Staff Hearing Officer has set a public hearing for Wednesday, August 10, 2022 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the David Gebhard Public Meeting Room, 630 Garden Street. On Thursday, August 4, 2022, an Agenda with all items to be heard on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 will be available online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHO. Agendas, Minutes, and Staff Reports are also accessible online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHO. TELEVISION COVERAGE: This meeting will be broadcast live on City TV-Channel 18 and online at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTV. See SantaBarbaraCA.gov/CityTVProgramGuide for a rebroadcast schedule. An archived video of this meeting will be available at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHOVideos. WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT: Public comments may be submitted via email to SHOSecretary@ SantaBarbaraCA.gov before the beginning of the Meeting. All public comments submitted via email will be provided to the SHO and will become part of the public record. You may also submit written correspondence via US Postal Service (USPS); addressed to SHO Secretary, PO Box 1990, Santa Barbara, CA 93102-1990. However, please be advised, correspondence sent via USPS may not be received in time to process prior to the meeting and email submissions are highly encouraged. Please note that the SHO may not have time to review written comments received after 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting. All public comment that is received before 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday before the meeting will be published on the City’s website at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SHO Comments provided via USPS or e-mail will be converted to a PDF before being posted on the City’s website. Note: comments will be published online the way they are received and without redaction of personal identifying information; including but not limited to phone number, home address, and email address. Only submit information that you wish to make available publicly. APPEALS: Decisions of the SHO may be appealed to the Planning Commission. Appeals may be filed in person at the Community Development Department at 630 Garden Street or in writing via email to SHOSecretary@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. For further information and guidelines on how to appeal a decision to the Planning Commission, please contact Planning staff at (805) 564-5578 as soon as possible. Appeals and associated fee must be submitted in writing, via email to PlanningCounter@ SantaBarbaraCA.gov and by first class mail postage prepaid within 10 calendar days of the meeting that the SHO took action or rendered a decision. Appeals and associated fee post marked after the 10th calendar day will not be accepted. NOTE TO INTERESTED PARTIES: Only those persons who participate through public comment either orally or in writing on an item on this Agenda have standing to appeal the decision. Grounds for appeal are limited to those issues raised either orally or in written correspondence delivered to the review body at, or prior to, the public hearing. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: If you need services or staff assistance to attend or participate in this meeting, please contact the SHO Secretary at (805) 564-5470, extension 3308. If possible, notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will usually enable the City to make reasonable arrangements. Specialized services, such as sign language interpretation or documents in Braille, may require additional lead time to arrange. 1. 2604 Mesa School Lane Assessor’s Parcel Number:

041-281-032

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E-3/S-D-3 (One-Family Residence/Coastal Overlay) Zone

Application Number:

PLN2022-00164

Applicant / Owner:

David Winitzky / Ralph & Diane Waterhouse

Filing Date: June 1, 2022

Project Description:

Convert existing garage to Accesory Dwelling Unit JUL 29 / 2022 -- 58537

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES DELTA CONVEYANCE PROJECT DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NOW AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT The California Department of Water Resources (DWR), as lead agency for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), is making available to the public the Delta Conveyance Project Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for a 92-day review period beginning July 27, 2022 and closing October 27, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

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Hearing on the request of Chris Terrill, owner, to consider Case No. 21CDH-00000-00025, for a Coastal Development Permit in compliance with Section 35-169 of Article II, the Coastal Zoning Ordinance, on property zoned One Family Exclusive Residential (2.5-EX-1) to allow installation of a new water well for agricultural use; and to determine the project is exempt pursuant to Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the State Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act. The application involves Assessor’s Parcel No. 063150-006, located at 4653 Via Roblada, in the Eastern Goleta Valley Community Plan area, Second Supervisorial District. SANTA BARBARA COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR JUL 29 / 2022 -- 58538

Project Description and Purpose: The proposed Delta Conveyance Project would modernize the State Water Project (SWP) water transport infrastructure in the Delta by adding new facilities on the Sacramento River in the north Delta to divert water and upgrading the current system to include a single tunnel to divert and move water entering the north Delta from the Sacramento Valley watershed to existing SWP facilities in the south Delta. If approved, these updates would ensure climate resiliency and the reliability of the state’s largest source of safe, affordable, and clean water for 27 million Californians, 750,000 acres of farmland, and continued support for local water supply projects, such as local storage, recycling, groundwater recharge, and water quality management. The Delta is the center of California’s vital water distribution system and a critical link in how water is moved to all parts of the state. However, the infrastructure that moves this water through the Delta is outdated and at risk of failure due to sea level rise and seismic activity. The infrastructure updates proposed as part of the Delta Conveyance Project would give DWR the ﬂexibility to capture, move, and store water – consistent with all regulatory requirements – when it becomes available for use when supplies may otherwise be limited. The Delta Conveyance Project Draft EIR evaluates 8 alternatives in addition to the proposed project and a no project alternative, which describes likely conditions if the Delta Conveyance Project is not implemented. Where to Review: The Draft EIR is available for public review via the following ways: s Project Website: www.deltaconveyanceproject.com s In-Person: CA Department of Water Resources, 3500 Industrial Blvd., Room 117, West Sacramento, CA 95691 Documents incorporated by reference in the Draft EIR are also available here. s In-Person: At libraries throughout the state. View a list of libraries with a copy of the Draft EIR at www.deltaconveyanceproject.com During the public review period, written comments may be submitted via: s -AIL TO #! $EPARTMENT OF 7ATER 2ESOURCES !TTENTION $ELTA #ONVEYANCE /FlCE 0 / Box 942836, Sacramento, CA 94236-0001 s %MAIL TO deltaconveyancecomments@water.ca.gov s /NLINE AT www.deltaconveyanceproject.com s !T A VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING SEE BELOW Virtual Public Hearings: Public hearings will be held virtually via Zoom to accept public comments on the Draft EIR. Information on how to access the attend the virtual public hearings can be found at www.deltaconveyanceproject.com. 1. Tuesday, September 13, 2022, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 2. Thursday, September 22, 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 3. Wednesday, September 28, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. -ORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT www.deltaconveyanceproject.com. All substantive comments received on the Draft EIR will be considered and responded to in the &INAL %)2 AND DECISION MAKING PROCESS .O lNAL DECISION WILL BE MADE REGARDING GOING FORWARD WITH the Delta Conveyance Project or in selecting an alternative; those decisions will only occur after completion of the CEQA process. Anticipated Impacts: 3IGNIlCANT ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ARE ANTICIPATED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS Agricultural Resources; Aesthetic Resources; Cultural Resources; Transportation; Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Noise; Paleontological Resources; and Tribal Cultural Resources. Hazardous Waste Sites: The Plan Area includes several hazardous waste sites enumerated under 3ECTION OF THE #ALIFORNIA 'OVERNMENT #ODE 4HOSE SITES ARE '4% $ATA 3ERVICES -.4. 3HOP #HEVRON &REEPORT "LVD $ELTA 3HORES &REEPORT -ARINA 'IL S 'ARAGE 'OVAN 0ROPERTY 0RIMASING 2ESIDENCE 3OUTHERN 0ACIlC 0IPELINE 3HELL +-%0 (OLT 0ETROLEUM 0IPELINE &LAG #ITY Shell, Flag City Chevron, Three B’s Truck Plaza, Byron Corners, Byron Garage, Bay Standard, +ING S )SLAND #HEVRON 4EXACO #HEVRON (OLEY "YRON 2OAD #HEVRON /LD 6ALLEY 0IPELINE #HEVRON "RUNS 0ROPERTY 3HELL 0IPELINE n +ELSO 2OAD $ $ &LYING 3ERVICES 3TOCKTON .AVAL #OMMUNICATION 3TATION 4IKI ,AGOON 2ESORT -ARINA "YRON "ETHANY )RRIGATION $ISTRICT "YRON 0OWER #OMPANY 3CHROPP 2ANCH AND 7ILLOW "ERM -ARINA

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Hand-painted bowls grace Lompoc Empty Bowls, an event that returned Wednesday for the first time since 2019 and raised more than $60,000 for the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County.

Return of Lompoc Empty Bowls Event raises more than expected for Foodbank of Santa Barbara County By JARED DANIELS NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

local chefs donated gourmet soup for the food bank benefit.

he Foodbank of Santa Barbara County’s Lompoc Empty Bowls event made a triumphant return this week after a three-year hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 400 attendees, along with an array of local sponsors and donors, came together to share a meal Wednesday and raise more than $60,000 that will go toward maintaining and expanding food bank services in Lompoc. “We had budgeted to raise $45,000, so we brought in a full third more than we anticipated,” senior communications manager Judith Smith-Meyer told the NewsPress. “The community and our sponsors really came together to make the event a huge success.” Attendees of the event at Dick DeWees Community Center were

able to enjoy a meal of gourmet soup donated by local chefs served in custom, hand-painted bowls provided by the Allan Hancock College, Lompoc Valley Middle School, Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach (formerly known as the Buellton Senior Center) and the Vandenberg Spouses’ Club. People were able to take home bowls with them as a reminder of the fact that hunger still exists in our society. The event also featured a raffle, silent auction, custom succulent planting for purchase, bowl-making demonstrations and entertainment provided by Santa Maria native DJ Suz. Also in attendance serving meals to event goers were 2nd District County Supervisor Gregg Hart, 3rd District County Supervisor Joan Hartmann and Lompoc Mayor Jenelle Osborne. Aside from offering outdoor seating for the first time, the event was described as “business as usual” by Ms. Smith-Meyer, except

for there being “a very jubilant feel to the whole event. “The mood was just one of rejoicing to be together and support the community,” she said. “There was an extra high level of joy about it. Everybody missed it, so it was a great moment when I was able to say how happy we were to be back and the people walking through the door just echoed how happy they were to be back at Lompoc Empty Bowls as well.” Food bank donor relations supervisor Anna Boren said the last Lompoc Empty Bowls was scheduled for March 28, 2020 and was canceled at the last minute because of COVID-19 lockdowns. “Everything was planned and we were ready to go!” Ms. Boren said in a news release. “We were so disappointed to have to cancel at the last minute. That’s why we’re rejoicing so much to gather with the community this summer for Lompoc Empty Bowls.” Please see BOWLS on B2

At left, Gregg Hart and Joan Hartmann, members of the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, help with the Lompoc Empty Bowls at the Dick DeWees Community Center. Center, gourmet soups are served At right, those attending the event enjoy the soup and the camaraderie.

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A national organization has recognized Lompoc Valley Medical Center for its commitment to safe sleep for infants. The Lompoc hospital received a Bronze Seal designation from the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification program, which was created by Cribs for Kids. The Pittsburgh-based organization is dedicated to preventing infant sleep-related deaths attributed to infant suffocation or to Sudden Unexplained Infant Death. The Bronze Level certification was awarded after Lompoc Valley Medical Center adopted an Infant

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the safety of the care we deliver at LVMC.” As a nationally certified Safe Sleep Hospital, LVMC is recognized for following the safe sleep guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The hospital was also recognized for providing education to healthcare staff and to family caregivers of infants, according to a news release. “Sleep-Related Death results in the loss of more than 3,500 infants every year in the U.S.,” said Dr. Michael H. Goodstein, neonatologist and medical director of research at Cribs for Kids. “We know that modeling safe infant sleep in the hospital and providing education to

families has a significant effect on infant mortality. Cribs for Kids Hospital Certification Program is designed to recognize those hospitals that are taking an active role in reducing these preventable deaths.” Cribs for Kids Founder and Executive Director Judith A. Bannon said the certification program was launched in 2015. Hundreds of hospitals are certified in the U.S. “We welcome Lompoc Valley Medical Center to this expanding group of committed hospitals,” she said. “This will have a profound effect on saving babies’ lives.” email: dmason@newspress.com

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Special events are taking place today at libraries in Goleta and Solvang to celebrate their summer reading programs. The finale of the summer program will include a Summer Splash from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Goleta Valley Library, 500 N. Fairview Ave., Goleta. Local publisher Seven Seas Press will be distributing free copies of its newest children’s book “Makana,” and author Janet Lucy will be signing copies of her book for young readers. And the library will include a Santa Barbara Maritime Museum table, where you can learn about the ocean and receive free museum passes. A guest from UCSB H.E.A.R. will also be sharing books and activities about treating animals with compassion. And Ice in Paradise polar bear

mascot will be there too, along with fun activity stations including fface painting, crafts, games, prizes, a “Guess How Many” contest, and ocean-themed sensory bins. Meanwhile, the Solvang Library will host an ice cream social at 3 p.m. on the library lawn, 1745 Mission Drive. The event is design to honor summer readers, volunteers and businesses and organizations who donated prizes to the summer reading program. Today is the final day for children and teenagers to bring their reading logs and receive prizes. And adults can enter tickets into drawings for prizes for every book read during the program. For more information on Goleta and Solvang Valley libraries, see www.GoletaValleyLibrary.org. — Dave Mason

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The Goleta Valley Library will host a Summer Splash to celebrate the conclusion of the summer reading program. It’s set for 1:30 to 4 p.m. today.

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Above and below, people were able to take home hand-painted bowls from Wednesday’s event.

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The money raised from Wednesday’s event is expected to go a long way toward helping the food bank’s numerous programs dealing with nutrition literacy and food distribution, the latter of which was put under immense strain during the pandemic and is still above pre-pandemic levels. “We’re not serving as many individuals or distributing as many pounds of food as we did during the peak of the pandemic. That (need) was really unprecedented and hopefully will never happen again,” said Ms. Smith-Meyer. “The numbers just started to come down earlier this year. “But then we saw another spike in May, where numbers went way up again, and they’ve stayed at that level” due to the rising costs of food, gasoline and housing caused by inflation and international discord, she said. The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County is also looking to expand its focus on homeless populations. While it has long worked with partner organizations to distribute food to those without housing, the food bank is aiming

to take a more direct role in the distribution process through a variety of measures such as creating meal packages that don’t require refrigeration or the use of a kitchen to prepare. Along with homeless populations, the food bank is also expanding its services to active and retired service members through the use of a monthly mobile food pantry at Vandenberg Space Force Base. That program is in its third month of providing food distribution services. “We really want to reach out to active service members and veterans and make sure that they have what they need,” Ms. SmithMeyer said. “They’re out there in service to all of us so we definitely want to be sure that they can have access to all the healthy foods that they need to stay strong.” email: jdaniels@newspress.com

FYI The next Empty Bowls event this year is scheduled to take place on Nov. 13 at the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County’s warehouse in Santa Barbara. More information on this and other food bank events can be found at foodbanksbc.org/events.

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Libra. You’ll find that today’s elements are just as stubborn as you are. Today’s planetary configurations will force you to finally start to turn your dreams into reality, whether you want to or not. Face it - you’ve been planning for a long time without making much concrete progress. All that is about to change. SCORPIO — You’re incredibly productive, with good business sense, Scorpio. However, lately you may have felt dissatisfied with where you are in life. As you look around, you might wish you had more possessions to show for all your hard work. Don’t pursue this line of thought. Real value comes from relationships and the pride you get from doing a job well. SAGITTARIUS — You have a keen analytical mind that has served you well in business. Alas, Sagittarius, this characteristic doesn’t always serve you well in your personal life. It’s likely that someone close has bristled from your lack of empathy. Take time to reflect upon the events of the past few weeks. Did you inadvertently send a wrong message? Correct any unintentional slights. A simple “I’m sorry,” will do wonders. CAPRICORN — This is the beginning of an exciting period in your love life, Capricorn. Your relationship with a significant other may have been in a rut lately, but that’s about to change. Both of you are ready for something big. Perhaps a move is in store or you could both decide commit to one another more permanently. AQUARIUS — You have a passionate nature, Aquarius. Sometimes it’s difficult for you when other people don’t share your exuberance. This is a good time to tone things down a notch. There’s some tension in the air, and your enthusiasm only serves to annoy rather than charm, as it usually does. Don’t pout. It’s only temporary. PISCES — This is going to be a rather intense day, Pisces. On the positive side, you’ll accomplish a lot. On the less positive side, you may be exhausted by the end of the day. You’re advised to try and pace yourself. Remain focused on what’s truly important rather than let yourself get caught up in trivia. Keep the big picture in mind and the little things will take care of themselves.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES — Today it’s important that you make your own decisions and stick with them, Aries. Much as you prefer to depend on others, your judgment really is best. You’ll be paralyzed if you think only of how others will react to your decisions. You do know what is best, and everyone will benefit when you act on your beliefs. TAURUS — You’re a dreamer, Taurus. Everyone loves you for it, but today the planetary aspects urge practicality. There are personal issues to resolve, and it does no good to have your head in the clouds. This is a time to focus on loved ones. Perhaps your partner or your children feel neglected. GEMINI — Much has happened recently, Gemini. Have you allowed enough time to process it? It’s likely that big changes are brewing at home or work. Stay focused on the job at hand rather than fret about events over which you have no control. You may feel as if you’re on a roller-coaster ride, but everything will settle down in a few days. CANCER — You’ve made progress these past few weeks, especially where your temper is concerned, Cancer. It has taken some effort, but it does seem that you can overcome your tendency to speak before thinking. Don’t lose the ground you’ve gained. There’s one person whose mission seems to be to make you explode. LEO — This is likely to be an intense day, Leo. Family and friends may seem testy, so you’re advised to stay out of their way. Don’t worry - it isn’t anything you’ve done. It’s the planetary energy. If you can go someplace private and shut the door, do it. If someone tries to pick a fight, don’t rise to the bait. Tomorrow the air will clear and good spirits will reign again. VIRGO — This isn’t the most cheerful time, Virgo, because important issues are rearing their heads again and forcing you to address them. You’d rather not, but you can’t wish them away. The time has come to deal with them once and for all. It’s especially important that you make an effort to make your home life more positive and upbeat. LIBRA — Don’t try to force anything or anyone right now,

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CODEWORD PUZZLE

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NEWS

SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS

SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022

White house contends two consecutive quarters of falling GDP is not automatically a recession RECESSION

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needs to be met individually to some degree, extreme conditions revealed by one criterion may partially offset weaker indications from another.” Dr. Rupert noted, “One should take the NBER calling of a recession to be an indicator of some general patterns in the economy. Different sectors behave quite differently and that varies from cycle to cycle. So how people react to the news will also be quite different depending on the sector they are in,” said Mr. Rupert. According to the White House’ statement on July 21 ahead of the GDP report, “While some maintain that two consecutive quarters of falling real GDP constitute a recession, that is neither the official definition nor the way economists evaluate the state of the business cycle. “Instead, both official determinations of recessions and economists’ assessment of economic activity are based on a holistic look at the data — including the labor market, consumer and business spending, industrial production and incomes,” the White House said. “Based on these data, it is unlikely that the decline in GDP in the first quarter of this year — even if followed by another GDP decline in the second quarter — indicates a recession.” The report released on Thursday was the advance estimate. The second estimate will be released on Aug. 25. The News-Press asked Dr. Rupert how close the two estimates usually are. “The estimates are usually pretty close,” he said. “In Q1 2022

(the first quarter), for example, the advance was -1.4%, and the second estimate, -1.5. For Q4 (fourth quarter) 2021 advance was 6.9 and the second was 7.0.” The News-Press asked Dr. Rupert about the link between inflation and the GDP: “The current inflation has caused real average hourly earnings to fall, meaning that what people take home is less,” the economics professor said. “Obviously that will have an impact on spending and savings. However, the bigger issue is that high inflation triggers the Fed to raise interest rates that will also have an effect on spending and saving.” The News-Press asked Dr. Rupert how the housing market would be influenced. “Housing is a large component in consumption obviously,” he said.

“The housing market has slowed recently, and it is no surprise … Housing price growth of 20%, say, is not sustainable, and that occurred in many markets across the U.S..” “The decrease in real GDP reflected decreases in private inventory investment, residential fixed investment, federal government spending, state and local government spending, and nonresidential fixed investment that were partly offset by increases in exports and personal consumption expenditure,” Dr. Rupert said. According to Thursday’s report, “Real GDP decreased less in the second quarter than in the first quarter, decreasing 0.9% after decreasing 1.6%.” email: kzehnder@newspress.com

Solar project is first of many city hopes to install MONARCH 1

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This retail space is at the corner of State and Canon Perdido streets. Dr. Peter Rupert said many sectors of the economy are strong.

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A ribbon cutting ceremony takes place for Monarch 1, the city of Goleta’s first solar array.

of the project are estimated to be more than $270,000. This is the first solar project of many that the city hopes to install at municipal facilities to offset energy use and meet the city’s 100% renewable electricity goal by year 2030. Prior to the cutting of the green ribbon, speakers discussed the milestone project and its significance not only to Goleta but to the region. “This is a truly historic day for the city of Goleta. Monarch 1, named for our famed butterfly, is the first municipal solar installation for the city and represents years of hard work and

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the city’s dedication to a greener, more sustainable future,” Mayor Paula Perotte said in a news release. Councilmember Kyle Richards described the project as a reminder of the city’s commitment to sustainability and the community coming together to address climate change. “We are moving forward to meet our goals to reduce our carbon footprint, and in the process we are working to safeguard our region against vulnerabilities due to wildfires and grid disruptions,” Councilmember Richards said in the news release.

And 2nd District County Supervisor Gregg Hart said, “The Goodland continues to be at the forefront of our regional efforts to advance sustainability. This project demonstrates the city of Goleta’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions, while generating clean energy and putting our values into practice.” Dana Murray, Goleta’s new sustainability manager, said the city is committed to completing more projects like Monarch 1 as part of its efforts for a clean energy future. email: kzehnder@newspress.com

LOCAL FIVE-DAY FORECAST TODAY

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Partly sunny and delightful

A thundershower in spots

Times of clouds and sun

Partly sunny and delightful

Nice with plenty of sun

INLAND

96 59

98 59

96 57

95 56

96 56

73 62

72 62

71 60

72 59

73 61

COASTAL

Pismo Beach 70/56

COASTAL

Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows. Maricopa 103/79

Guadalupe 69/58

Santa Maria 72/59

Vandenberg 70/58

New Cuyama 106/66 Ventucopa 97/70

Los Alamos 86/61

Buellton 86/58

Solvang 89/60

Gaviota 78/61

SANTA BARBARA 73/62 Goleta 75/63

Carpinteria 73/63 Ventura 71/64

AIR QUALITY KEY Good Moderate

Source: airnow.gov Unhealthy for SG Very Unhealthy Unhealthy Not Available

ALMANAC

Santa Barbara through 6 p.m. yesterday

TEMPERATURE High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low

76/58 74/59 82 in 1996 48 in 2010

PRECIPITATION 24 hours through 6 p.m. yest. Month to date (normal) Season to date (normal)

0.00” 0.00” (0.02”) 10.53” (17.18”)

City Cuyama Goleta Lompoc Pismo Beach Santa Maria Santa Ynez Vandenberg Ventura

STATE CITIES KENNETH SONG / NEWS-PRESS

Workers set up the beginnings of next week’s El Mercado de la Guerra at De La Guerra Plaza in downtown Santa Barbara on Friday.

Those fired or forced to resign to receive about $25,000 SETTLEMENT

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wide vaccine policy which will include accommodation for team members with approved exemptions, including former employees who are rehired.” The amount individuals will receive in payments will depend on how many valid and timely claim forms are submitted. If all, or nearly all, affected employees file valid and timely claims, it’s estimated that those who were fired or forced to resign after their religious exemption requests were

denied will receive approximately $25,000 each. Those who were vaccinated under duress in order to keep their jobs and against their religious beliefs will receive about $3,000 each. The 13 employees who were the lead plaintiffs will receive an additional payment of roughly $20,000 each. Liberty Counsel will receive 20% of the settlement amount of $2,061,500 to cover attorney fees and costs. Liberty Counsel’s VP of Legal Affairs and Chief Litigation Counsel Horatio G. Mihet said, “The drastic policy change and substantial monetary relief required by the settlement will bring a strong measure of

justice to NorthShore’s employees who were callously forced to choose between their conscience and their jobs. This settlement should also serve as a strong warning to employers across the nation that they cannot refuse to accommodate those with sincere religious objections to forced vaccination mandates.” Mr. Staver added that it was “especially significant and gratifying that this first classwide COVID settlement protects healthcare workers. Health care workers are heroes who daily give their lives to protect and treat their patients. They are needed now more than ever.”

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Sun. Hi/Lo/W 103/63/pc 73/62/pc 73/58/pc 72/57/c 76/59/pc 98/59/pc 73/58/c 71/62/pc

87/72/t 86/68/pc 83/65/s 97/80/pc 90/64/pc 96/77/pc 90/80/pc 89/70/s 86/70/s 89/72/s 99/83/t 101/69/s 81/68/pc 98/74/s 94/64/s 87/71/pc

POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind southwest 7-14 knots today. Waves 2 feet or less with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 15 seconds. Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind southwest 7-14 knots today. Waves 2 feet or less with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 15 seconds. Visibility clear.

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR TIDES Date Time High Time July 30 July 31 Aug. 1

12:23 p.m. 11:04 p.m. 12:54 p.m. 11:40 p.m. 1:24 p.m. none

3.9’ 5.7’ 4.0’ 5.3’ 4.2’

Low

5:48 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:17 a.m. 5:44 p.m. 6:45 a.m. 6:35 p.m.

LAKE LEVELS

-0.3’ 2.5’ -0.1’ 2.4’ 0.2’ 2.4’

AT BRADBURY DAM, LAKE CACHUMA 100/80/pc 99/79/t 72/51/t 93/63/t 76/64/pc 81/60/pc 85/64/pc 64/56/c 99/76/pc 86/65/pc 73/48/t 91/69/pc 69/57/pc 77/58/pc 68/57/c 84/64/pc 72/63/pc 102/84/t 87/68/pc 91/63/c 85/62/pc 76/67/pc 69/58/c 77/60/pc 81/58/pc 75/65/pc 83/55/t

NATIONAL CITIES Atlanta Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City Seattle Washington, D.C.

Wind south-southwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 2 feet or less with a south-southwest swell 1-3 feet at 14 seconds. Visibility clear.

TIDES

LOCAL TEMPS Today Hi/Lo/W 106/66/s 75/63/pc 73/58/c 70/56/pc 72/59/c 96/59/pc 70/58/c 71/64/pc

MARINE FORECAST

SANTA BARBARA CHANNEL

89/74/t 85/70/s 86/70/s 101/79/pc 91/64/s 96/78/pc 91/81/t 88/67/pc 87/72/s 89/73/pc 98/83/t 97/68/s 83/72/t 100/78/s 90/62/s 86/72/t

At Lake Cachuma’s maximum level at the point at which water starts spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment. Storage 79,794 acre-ft. Elevation 704.64 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 34.2 acre-ft. Inflow 0.2 acre-ft. State inflow 12.5 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. +0 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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WORLD CITIES

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Last

Aug 18

Sun. 6:09 a.m. 8:02 p.m. 8:47 a.m. 10:07 p.m.

New

Aug 27

Today Sun. City Hi/Lo/W Hi/Lo/W Beijing 88/73/t 90/75/t Berlin 74/58/sh 80/63/pc Cairo 97/76/s 96/76/s Cancun 86/78/t 90/78/s London 79/64/pc 77/63/sh Mexico City 74/56/pc 74/57/sh Montreal 77/63/s 84/66/s New Delhi 88/80/t 89/80/t Paris 87/63/pc 86/64/s Rio de Janeiro 71/66/s 72/64/pc Rome 87/70/s 89/70/s Sydney 60/47/pc 64/53/c Tokyo 91/82/pc 93/82/s W-weather, s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice.