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DMF Fund Seaside Development Project
I have a lot of questions. Who needs 6500 sq ft for a single family residence? AND On the last 20 miles of pristine coastline of So Cal? only an entitled family with too much money - the 1%ers - would not see the obvious - it's wrong, it's selfish and incompatible. Then, a 1,000 sq ft garage ? Really? I would guess for multiple high end cars. What's the 2,000 sq ft barn to be used for? More cars? This home also cuts off wildlife exits when the train comes a rumbling through. I sincerely hope this project gets stopped DOA. This sounds like it could be a party home that could be rented out to more 1%ers. I urge the County Zoning Commish to halt this project. Take it up with the Coastal Commission - they have the right idea on keeping the land protected for sensitive species.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
ALWAYS - hate to be that guy, but the ER isn't there for routine medical needs or preventative care. This is the problem we're seeing with undocumented immigrants who have no health insurance. They use the ER for everyday med issues and the lack of preventative care ends up costing the taxpayers more in the long run (as they need treatment for preventable health issues) than if they were covered with some form of insurance.
What Type of Owl is This?
A young Great Horned Owl. I have several in my canyon on the Mesa now. They don't have their "ears" yet. I also have an adult hanging around, so I know they are being taken care of.
California Republicans want to Take Financial Aid from Protesters if they were Violent
Except the orange moron wanted to get into your pockets. Insurrection in the wrong direction.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
And how capitalism, unfettered, is a bad thing.
What Type of Owl is This?
Not likely. These are fledglings.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
Yes there is a shortage of physicians here. Cottage and Sansum need to pay their doctors more than their admins to recruit talent. For the doctors opening a private practice, essentially running their own business, there are a lot of costs involved. And just like any business, they should expect good months and bad months. Personally I think charging a monthly fee is silly and shows they're operating their business poorly but I also understand they want certain lifestyle and if catering to those that can afford their care is the way to achieve it, then its another example of capitalism in America.
Researchers Reveal a New Approach for Treating Degenerative Diseases
Great detective work!
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
MM - Doctors *might* have more student loan debt but they're also paid a lot more to offset that debt. Plus they have more options for loan forgiveness when working in underserved communities than other people with student loan debts.
What Type of Owl is This?
Yes, it most likely is. I have photographed a number of them through the years and it looks exactly like that.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
MM1970 - a young doctor is in no way "much like teachers." Sure, they may have a larger debt maybe (teachers also have undergrad and grad school debts), but they also have a much higher starting salary with which to pay that debt. A young teacher has can't even afford rent in an apartment or condo in SB, while a young doctor can. You really can't compare doctors to teachers when discussing the housing market in SB or even Ventura.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
Most of us don't have the kind of debt that doctors have after undergrad + med school. Much like teachers - if you can be a doctor and live in an apartment or condo in Santa Barbara, or you can be a doctor and own a home in Ventura - which are you going to pick? The market is deciding for us, whether you like it or not.
California Republicans want to Take Financial Aid from Protesters if they were Violent
I’m more worried about what would follow Trump if he wins, than I am of Trump himself. By the end of the term democrats will mostly be in jail or exile and whoever stayed will be praying for Jared and Ivanka to run a coup when President Vivek, Stephen Miller, or Don Jr. step up to the podium. Lofl except we’ll all be crying.
Why are Local Doctors Charging Monthly Fees?
As a physician, I have no issue with concierge medicine provided it gives more benefits, such as a smaller patient base with 24 hour access. I am opposed to, and think it should be illegal, to charge access and also bill insurance, for basic access to the physician.
California Republicans want to Take Financial Aid from Protesters if they were Violent
ALEX - yep, I'm surprised there weren't more incidents like this. Dumb racists beating on intelligent, empathetic and yeah, "woke" students. Scum.
California Republicans want to Take Financial Aid from Protesters if they were Violent
Exactly right--with the extreme right wing weaving a massive web of interlinked conspiracy theories ("What we need to do is flood the zone with shit"--Steve Bannon, 2018) to convince a bunch of fucking morons that they are somehow being oppressed or are under some threat of attack, the drum beat of violence is increasing in volume. Guaranteed there will be right wing terrorism and violence spread throughout the country by this coming November if Biden wins and or Trump is convicted. The internet is also flooded...with a huge population of emasculated males sitting on the sidelines cheering for violence which the vast majority of them will never have the balls to take on themselves.
California Republicans want to Take Financial Aid from Protesters if they were Violent
Obviously the violent counter protesters were wrong and should be pursued and charged to the full extent of the law. One thing to note is that they were not at all uniformly "Pro-Israel" in their motivations. Some of them have already been identified through pictures as Proud Boy affiliated extremists and Anti-Vax and anti-education agitators and lunatics who really were just showing up to beat the shit out of a bunch of "woke" kids.
Goleta City Facilities Move to 100% Renewable Energy
Sunday AM I went to TJ's with my "collectors edition xmas plastic bag w/red drawstring handle" (I'm the one declaring it as a "c/e"); it's over two years old and of course it's main purpose is to protect the cold items; as it only goes in the backpack I'm wearing to shop. However when going to S&F, they prefer to use their own plastic bags I get to use for trash (once again gong in the backpack)?
What Type of Owl is This?
I think it is a Great Horned Owl fledgling.
Op-Ed: Project Disconnect descends upon Old Town
How these towns are successfully fighting the ‘Airbnb Effect’ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/how-these-towns-are-successfully-fighting-the-airbnb-effect/ar-AA1nDWIR?ocid=BingNewsSerp Late last year, New York City made headlines when it all but banned Airbnbs and other short-term rentals within city limits. Since the pandemic, Airbnb had overtaken an estimated 39,000 rental units, hollowing out neighborhoods and causing already-high rents to grow even higher. So, in September of 2023, New York City decided to do something about it. A series of bold requirements capped the total number of short-term rentals (STRs) and limited guests to just two at a time. They required STR operators to be primary homeowners — and to be present in the home while hosting. The city also promised to enforce those requirements, a move that would wipe out nearly 90% of active listings at the time.