Santa Barbara’s Rent Control Proposal Has Problems
Mediation begins and encourages conversation and solutions. Legislation quashes dialogue and has winners and losers in the outcome.
Author: Jean Yamamura
A Light on Streets
I just read Neal Graffy’s article on San Andres Street posted August 7, 2020.
Remote Learning Exceptions
Should online learning drift into the spring 2021 semester or beyond, this dubious educational experiment risks a generation of students with arrested learning, physical and mental impairments that may be longstanding.
A Walk
… formerly San Andres Street
Identity Crisis
In the Independent’s commentaries on U.S. politics, you and your writers have gradually given ground to the U.S. far right in your choice of terms in political discourse.
Tone Deaf
This article is tone-deaf, inconsiderate, and dangerous given the already tumultuous climate surrounding COVID-19 precautions.
Santa Barbara County Housing Authority Throws Name in Hat for Homeless-Housing Money
With $20 million in CARES Act money up for grabs, the housing development director acted fast to file applications to buy three properties.
Andrés Pico Was No Saint
San Andres Street should be renamed for Dolores Huerta.
Five Running for Goleta City Council
Three challenge incumbents Kyle Richards and Stuart Kasdin.
Santa Barbara’s Indio Muerto Street on Its Way Out?
Neighborhood Advisory Council recommends street-name change to “Hutash,” Chumash for “Earth Mother.”
