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The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
Well lookee there.... You've been crying and complaining about our town for months without even being here and then you see for yourself it's not as bad as you've been shrieking about. Just wow.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
A large part of the problem is that no one knows what's going on - certainly not the City Council. There is so much design work to be done once a decision is made, but the Council is determined to keep kicking the can down the road. Just make a decision, one way or the other. For what it's worth, I am no conservative - but I think the upper blocks should be open, and the whole street should be usable for a trolley and parades. But I support keeping the primary bar and restaurant zone closed, with appropriate street reconstruction for a pedestrian mall. Whatever decision the Council may choose to make, however, I just wish they would make a decision. As for the mayor, I won't speak for him, but I know that he was a Democrat for many years before becoming an Independent (as several of my friends have done out of frustration with the whole process). He attended UCSB at the same time I did, in the early 70's. I know him. He may not be as liberal as some, but he is no conservative.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
How so? (Really - what part is mistaken?)
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
"Randy Rowse is certainly no conservative" - I'm not sure that's true at all. And no, I'm not trying to turn it into politics, I'm just wondering aloud if that is what's going on. As for people not having a grudge against Covid closings..... take a look at the comments on Facebook and here even. Plenty of "covid is over, open up everything" sentiments. Again, not saying that's what it is, but to deny it exists is just not in line with what has been said by many people.
Heaps of Dead Fish at Leadbetter Beach
Sorry, but they're not beaching themselves to avoid predators. A grunion run is a massive spawning event. The females come in on waves, dig a hole with their tails and then the males sweep in and fertilize them. It's really cool to watch, been doing it since I was a kid. Maybe dial back the condescension if you're not sure?
Emergency Teams Rescue Fainting Hiker on Inspiration Point Trail
What a scary experience for his hiking companions. Another great example of the critical need of the SAR team. Thank goodness people are aware of and use their services.
Heaps of Dead Fish at Leadbetter Beach
lol ....you live near the sea and don't know about grunions and other bait fish? this is perfectly normal....and yes birds eat them. the night before, the grunions were on the run, hundreds and hundreds of them in massive schools, being chased by pods of dolphins and huge clicks of seals and sea lions. Grunions eventually beach themselves....this has been happening way before man was here. yearly, sometimes twice a year.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
This rant is largely mistaken.
The Magic of Life
Thank you for the reminder to my previous "Special Wednesdays with Henry" Edhat article. Our son, Keenan, was my original participant and looking back on it now, I'm so incredibly grateful that we have those memories of studying fine art, zoo days, beach days, and so much more. Thanks for the reminder.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
I would say it's more a matter of older vs. younger than conservative vs. liberal. In fact, there are not enough conservatives in SB to have any kind of political voice. Randy Rowse is certainly no conservative, yet he supports opening the street - as do most commenters on sites like NextDoor and even this one. As we should all remember, though, comments on social media are not representative of residents as a whole, any more than those bogus "surveys" that the City conducted secretly on their website without telling anyone. If the council cannot make a decision (or will not for fear of upsetting anyone), maybe it's time to look for representatives who can actually make a decision. You and I may disagree with that decision (somebody will, for sure), but this years-long limbo pleases no one and makes business decisions for property owners impossible. Let's make it a campaign issue this year! (PS - the reason people mention Covid is that the closure was originally an emergency measure to help businesses during the pandemic. As they point out, the emergency is over - whether you believe it ever actually really existed or not. People are not supporting or opposing the opening of State St. because they're carrying some grudge against Covid closings. Some people like the way it is, some do not - stop looking to turn every single discussion into some kind of liberal/conservative thing. Jeez, we don't get enough of that in national politics?)
Emergency Teams Rescue Fainting Hiker on Inspiration Point Trail
Lucky to have S and R crew!
Emergency Teams Rescue Fainting Hiker on Inspiration Point Trail
No cost for the SAR rescue but that ambulance ride will cost you lots!
Discover the Beauty of Isla Vista Through Aaron Howard’s Photography Book
Beautiful book by a heck of a nice guy that is also an Excellent surfer! Love it.
Family Trip to Pismo Beach Turned into $88,000 Citation for Collecting Clams
Just curious/interested: Was it possible to return the live clams to the sand?
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
Just returned from a great 3 nights in Santa Barbara, all of which was spent either on Stae Street or at the Wharf and Harbor. Excellent amount of crowds all over. Best I have seen it since prior to the pandemic. Best of all, the sidewalks were packed with people shopping. The restaurants were buzzing all along Stae, not just the 500 block, but all the way up to Victoria. Paseo Nuevo, many people in there and business was thriving. The new ryles governing the size and colors of the outside dining along with the pushing them back toward the cubs, made the street look tidy, neat and looked clean The lines for bikers are better dilineated keeping them apart from the street pedestrian strollers. The regular homeless unfortunates , who never bother anyone, were there but sparser and the element that was more aggressive, was gone. There are now beat cops on State Street. Saw them on the 500 block and a few cruisers parked right off State higher up. Stae was doing an incredible Memorial day business, both below the overpass where vehicles are allowed, and 500 and up where it is closed to traffic. Found that interesting. Overall we were just elated. Great weekend. Weather was amazing....as usual . Hit all our haunts. Staek at Holdrens. Great new England Clam Chowder and Shrimp and chips at the Fishhouse. Pizza at Olio Pizzaria...delicious, and being half Italian from NY...I am a pizza snob....LOL and last but not least, plenty of stops at Joes Cafe! Ever have a prime rib sandwich there? To die for! Sat night, the other streets were buzzing too. We were on Santa Barbara St and heard this great music coming from a dark side path. Wound up it was a charity event for a Hospice and the old group 'Public Enemy' was playing at the event. Man were they good.
The Magic of Life
My most sincere love to you, his mom, his wife, his child, and to all for whom he made the world a better place. May each of you have peace.
City of Santa Barbara Sales and Hotel Tax Continue Below Budget
Duh.... It's THE ECONOMY...! Have any of you gone out to local restaurants and seen the price increases...? Breakwater, $22 bucks for an omelet, Joe's, 30% increase in every item on the menu.... The economy SUCKS!
Discover the Beauty of Isla Vista Through Aaron Howard’s Photography Book
Looks beautiful! There is another book about growing up in I.V. called The Goat Lady's Son by J.C. Scales. Not for the faint of heart but worth the read.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
Ask a business owner, not an Edhat armchair “expert” or anyone from City Hall who’s never owned a business. Then go with that.
The state of State: What Would it Take to Rescue Santa Barbara’s State Street?
Because they eschew rational thought. People that are crying about opening up State St. to cars have one position; "it was better before". Why? How? What has changed? Is everything now as it was five years ago other than the car closure? But no. tHInkINg Is hARd. IT WAS JUST BETTER BEFORE THAT'S ALL!