Three iterations and nine months after California first introduced the ever-changing COVID-19 reopening tiers with the Blueprint for a Safer Economy, the state is kicking it to the curb. And just as Santa Barbara County reaches out for the most minimal tier on it, too. So close! This county is itching to inch into the […]
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Someone should question use of Camp Roberts
It’s always nice to scan the Political Watch column to see what’s new and news from Washington and Sacramento. Most of it is puff pieces meant to elevate the politician’s excellent job that he is doing. In particular Salud Carbajal. So I guess there’s nothing positive to trumpet about creating a small city on a […]
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Homeless trailer park is a good idea
Bob Orach has a very good plan (“An option for the houseless,” May 13) that could economically provide a step for the growing homeless population’s need for moving on with their lives. I’ve been a landlord for most of my adult life and have tried to help many, so I am experienced in this area. […]
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A well-researched plan
Bob Orach’s opinion piece (“An option for the houseless,” May 13) is very well researched and written. His years of hands-on experience shows that he knows what he has conveyed to your readers. I would add that what is also needed are smaller single structure starter homes with just the basics for people to have […]
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Loss of funding means the loss of a local senior nutrition program
No one likes to be the bearer of bad news. But facing reality and making hard choices is something our community has been forced to do these past 12 months, and CommUnify is no exception. It is with great sadness we announce that effective July 1, 2021, CommUnify plans to suspend our Senior Nutrition Program, […]
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Missing details
Don’t want to wear a mask anymore? I know just the spot where you can shop. Trader Joe’s! And because they trust their customers so much, you don’t even need to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination. The Centers For Disease Control recently announced that you don’t need to wear a mask if you’re vaccinated. […]
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Rangers don’t keep Oceano beach safe
I am an Oceano resident. I walk Oceano beach south of Pier Avenue almost every day. Over and over again I witness vehicles speeding, driving recklessly and in non permitted areas. I often stop the rangers to notify them, if I am lucky enough to see a ranger drive by. Never have I seen a […]
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Homelessness is growing at warp speed, but government moves at a snail’s pace to address the issue
The homeless (unsheltered population) problem has been festering in our community and virtually every other community in the United States for the last several decades. I can remember that in the 1960s there were scores of “cardboard condos” on Los Angeles’ Skid Row and soup kitchens were abundant in the downtown area. And decades before […]
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Odor issues, fixed!
Don’t worry everyone, the Santa Barbara County Coalition for Responsible Cannabis has got our backs! They’re taking care of business that the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has failed to adequately address time and again, according to Coalition President Blair Pence. I mean, if the Board of Supervisors would just do exactly what the […]
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Reality check
In “Language of translation” (April 29), we were treated to a quotation from Paso Robles Joint Unified School District board member Chris Arend: “The rule is when you address the board … you can address the board in English. You do not address the board in Spanish, which none of us understand.” Let’s unpack that. […]
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‘Americanism’ is inaccurate
In an April 29 commentary (“Americanism”), Susan Chapman wrote: “Please do not divide us into conflicting tribes. We are all Americans, and that is what we hold dear.” One good way to help accomplish that goal is to avoid publishing inaccuracies and falsehoods about our elected leaders. Among several arguable statements, Ms. Chapman claimed: “Nancy […]
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Cities, counties, and states would do well to explore a mobile home park option for homeless locals
Here are some thoughts I feel that the state, counties, and cities should explore to address the homeless housing crisis. This would be cost effective, easier to implement, and help create a sense of home, not a municipal housing project costing a fortune to build or renovate. I propose a mobile home complex with a […]
