The county’s Recreation Benefit Program is designed to incentivize private commercial development — lucrative perks like streamlined permitting, increased development, reduced fees on AG-1 and AG-II parcels.
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In Local Government Elections, the Facts Matter
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Councilmember Mike Jordan
It is a matter of public record that Councilmember Friedman originated the idea for the Local Housing Trust Fund, along with our colleague Meagan Harmon; he voted against irresponsible spending in the 2025 budget; he has always voted in favor of the State Street Master Plan.
The Healing Help of Pets
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Gisele Fetterman, S.B.
Veterans who enter treatment or lengthy hospitalizations often face an impossible choice: Get the help they need or keep their beloved pet.
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Judge Ratings?
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Tanny Keeler, S.B.
Valerie Amparan Is the Right Steward for S.B. Schools
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Monie de Wit, S.B.
Election Countdown
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Randy Rowse
How Green Are We?
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Meaghan Tiernan, Goleta
About Unionizing
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Susan Raggio, Goleta
Restore the River of Traffic
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Cyrus Clarke, Lompoc
State Street Pedestrian Zone at Risk Through Referendum
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Marty Conoley, S.B.
Kristen Sneddon Deserves Your Vote
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Dr. Larry Bickford, S.B.
Shameful Actions
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Justin Cochrane, Summerland
