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July 1, 2026

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Newsletter: July 1

July 1, 2026|by Erik Torkells

BURNING QUESTIONS
“There’s now a security camera at the intersection of Hot Springs Road and Olive Mill Road. Who’s responsible for it?” Here’s the answer.

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HOT PROPERTY
Last week’s sales: Five-acre Padaro Lane compound for $33 million; 1928 Spanish in prime Montecito; Birnam Wood with appealing courtyard pool; Moroccan-Mexican hybrid on East Valley Road; stylish Hale Park spec reno; Alma del Pueblo penthouse; Serena Park three-bedroom in two weeks; and more. See what sold—and for how much.

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ODDS & ENDS
••• 104 units of affordable senior housing proposed near the Presidio neighborhood (above).
••• More thoughts on the Padaro Lane railroad expansion.
••• The Montecito Country Mart’s lemonade stand.
••• Old Town Goleta golf simulator.
••• Explaining the levels on those “fire danger” signs.
••• Interested in the gift-basket business?
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Recent Comments

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I mind a lot. A lot. — Chris Sherman

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Sam and Christine!, you two should grab a coffee. I think you have more in common than either of you realizes! — The Montecito Marriage Counselor

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I whole heartedly agree with you Jen, and Noah, enough with Smash burgers on every menu in town, along with those sweet brioche buns. — James

Better a bootlicker than a serial screaming sociopath. Why is it you can’t allow another POV- you live amongst a crowd, not in single vial… — Christine!

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