Had to go back and check it out....good catch!
My brothers and sisters grew up at Seacliff Beach (between Ventura and Santa Barbara). We learned how delicate our beautiful ocean and her shorelines are, and how quickly the balance of nature can be destroyed (as what we witnessed during the massive oil spill years ago). California residents must understand the dangers we are facing if coastal (and inland) turbine wind farms are developed, as they are now planned.
The wind industry says it isn't killing whales, but it is. New boat traffic is colliding with whales. And high-decibel sonar is separating whale mothers from their calves, sending them into harm's way. There is also documented concern as to sonar interference related to military national defense functioning within our coastal waters. The installation, ongoing maintenance, and eventual need for replacing obsolete wind turbines (polluting the earth's landfills) - will all contribute to an environmental disaster. How does establishing a marine sanctuary that destroys marine life make any sense whatsoever? The East Coast has suffered the loss of many whales and dolphins due to coastal wind turbine farms (not to mention the thousands of sea birds destroyed) - there is a movement to stop these developers in those affected areas. The Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (a renewable energy fund that is half- owner of the Martha's Vineyard's project) is proposing that project's turbines will rise 837 feet, almost three times the Statue of Liberty.
The State of California - lead by Governor Newsom is forging ahead with the federal government whereby he has signed a declaration to ACCELERATE the approval and installation of wind turbine farms along our coastlines.
Follow the money...it will always lead us to how and why these horrific collaborations with greedy wind farm developers are gaining momentous power. For a better understanding of the facts underlying turbine wind farms (coastal and inland as well) - be sure to watch Michael Shellenberger's dynamic documentary - Thrown to the Wind:
https://youtu.be/km78wMHt9d8?si=Je6OXyeu21NIjC8R.
Also, please watch this interview with a representative from one of the east coast fishermen's association - they see and know first hand how destructive the marine wind turbine farms are to not only the environment, but to the thousands of fisherman whose livelihood and families are affected.
https://video.foxbusiness.com/v/6349684304112
I often recall from reading what Chief Seattle said, "The Earth is our Mother - whatever befalls the earth, befalls the children of the earth."
Nina Meyer
Part of Santa Barbara's charm is the free street parking. Even if the City feels it's necessary, how will they even enforce it as illegal parking seems hardly enforced now.
I can use the bathrooms at the Miramar while at the beach? Game changer!
And Bottega Veneta… I can’t lie… very nice. My BV French wallet from 2005 is still going strong. Glad to see the brand back on track aesthetically in the last few years after a rough decade of hideous gunmetal hardware on everything.
As for Franceschi, tear it down. It’s a dump. I’m a preservationist but that house is not worth dumping money into. Turn it into a garden of rare specimens honoring the late Franceschi’s botanical pursuits. That would serve the public and taxpayers much better.
Sounds horrible. Why discourage people from parking and having a nice walk around town. I think the businesses would like more people. Talk a walk. Do some shopping. Have some lunch, etc...and not worried about how much time is left on a meter. Keep SB the small, quaint town that it was. Don't turn it into LA.
E, you continue to do such a great job in your newsletters...thanks. For ex-pat Santa Barbarans like us (now posting up in Bend, OR), your fresh insights and honest questions keep the SB vibe alive.
I've used such parking systems in other towns, and they can be quite convenient. You download the app and register your license plate and payment method online, and when you park, it automatically detects where you're parked via GPS, or you can manually enter the parking spot number. You choose a time, say 1 hour, and you're on your way. The accompanying app will remind you when your time is almost up and allow you to add more time if needed, all without returning to your car to put in more coins in a meter. Other than the cost, it's pretty painless.
Pay by Plate means you enter your vehicle license plate number to pay for parking. If you leave the spot before the time expires, there is no remaining “free” time for the next person occupying the spot. The parking payment is associated with your vehicle, not a specific spot. Apps on your phone typically are used to manage your vehicles and payments.
Downtown Santa Barbara has way less visitors because of the state of State Street. So make it more difficult and more expensive to park? Budget issues? Take the loss, make it welcoming and easy for residents and tourists to park. They’ll spend more money and the city will get more tax revenue.
The ending of oil transport to the mainland from the platforms brings to mind the possibility of future oil leaks from the wells. As I recall a building up of pressure underground has ended up with crude oil escaping anyway elsewhere.
The Mesa!
The corner of Cliff Drive and Meigs Road
Hahhahaha love the video link
Big statement trees are wonderful - when they have enough room around them so that when they mature they don't cause huge problems. I fully get the sentiment, but perhaps a more appropriate tree should be chosen with an eye towards the future.
I understand the need to remove the stone pines, but I’m heartbroken about it. We’re losing more and more of our big statement trees around town each year and nothing striking is being planted in its place. The large, varied trees have always been part of what makes Santa Barbara feel so special, and established.
NO WIND FARM! Save Port San Luis from blowing up into Port Hueneme!
We went to Nick’s today at 11:50 and there was a short line. They had a large crew working in the kitchen which was nice to see. We had the chicken gyro bowl and lamb/beef gyro that was delivered to our table in about five minutes. It was good and we will be back! By noon there was a long line but the food was coming out fast.
Hi David
Thanks for the warm welcome and for loving Little Dom's. We definitely won't be doing Italian there! We will be rolling out a new concept and reimagining the space with same level of detail and warmth that the Little Dom's locations have.
Best
Warner
What I saw recently looked to be a controlled burn in the same area as the flame, but it was confusing because it was in the general area you'd expect to see the gas flame.
That floating dog house is still about 3.8 million too high.
State between Haley and Cota.
Message to Warner Ebbink. Welcome to the neighborhood! I certainly hope you can bring some of that Little Doms magic to our part of the world, but we need more variety than another Italian restaurant as you could throw a rock from the Olivers space and hit several of them. If the rumors about Mediterranean cuisine are true, that would be welcomed for sure. Anything but another Italian spot.
I saw the flame as recently as last year though?
Thanks so much for going to the trouble. I noticed when the flame stopped burning years ago and went down the same rabbit hole trying to get info. Job well done!
Where can I find Nick the Greek? I don’t see an address or on their website ????????
The restaurant was giving out free food yesterday.
