Do the city administrators in charge of the housing element still have their jobs? It’s so sad that the citizens are stuck with this monstrosity because of government incompetence.
The travesty behind the Mission is a tipping point. This project is irreversible. Once built, there’s no Undo button.
It has pushed me past my limit of being able to sit on the sidelines (sitelines?) and do nothing but complain about the total leadership void in this city. We must act -- decisively and immediately -- to stop it. Whatever it takes. I call on City leadership to DO SOMETHING NOW, and tell us what the plan is. I won't hold my breath.
It's clear that our City leadership has totally abdicated. They've got no vision, are putting in no apparent effort, and aren't willing to fight for what needs to be done -- whether that's against internal inertia, or the overreach by the State of CA.
Have you tried talking to the City Council or Mayor, or head of a department? Every interaction with City leadership reeks of complacency. As one commenter here mentioned: there’s an excuse for everything. Often, blaming the State for why nothing can be done. If you aren’t willing to fight for what needs to be done, step aside.
We are creating a group of people who want to work together on a platform for the future of the city, and ultimately to select people we'll support in running for office. People who never want Santa Barbara to become an overbuilt LA suburb, but who also want it continuously improve. We’ll settle for nothing less than Santa Barbara being an absolutely world-class seaside small city.
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Those developers are pure evil.
The geodesic dome - simply known at "The Dome" was longtime home of Summerland artist Dennis Spangler (and his partner Ron). We will be celebrating Dennis' life with a fantastic book of his hand painted fabrics, jewelry, bamboo paintings and other works of art at a party hopefully in August in Summerland. Will let Siteline know - and hope to see you there! Leslie
you just named two of the worst mexican joints in town...los arroyos..really? you must work there. that place is awful quality, tiny tourist portions, and high prices. Romantis was excellent mexican and central american foods mixed with some cuban accents. clearly you didn't eat there much. they have the absolute best mole i have ever had. lily's tacos trumps la super rica any day and Litos blows them all away. Want even better? Drive to Goleta and hit up Pepe's. Los Arroyos....lol that's hilarious
Unfortunate? That's weird to say. So you only want one burger place in town? lol ok...no thanks to that. While I was a HUGE fan of Romanti's and am sad it's closed (they still have their food truck!), i am super stoked this place is opening soon. The habit is awful now that they sold out, and every other burger place downtown charges between $15 to $25 for a burger(!!!). This place will slay it!
Bingo - why couldn’t City respond on time to State/Builder’s Remedy? Too busy trying to get homeless free wifi , too busy looking for new group to study State street and much to busy riding their ebikes.
You get what you elect…
Thank you for acknowledging where the proper blame for Builders Remedy lies - City Council and staff love to point the finger at the state, which to me is like blaming the speeding law when you get pulled for driving 90 mph. Staff and the council knew exactly what would happen if a compliant housing plan wasn't submitted in time, and for whatever reason chose not to devote enough resources/attention to it. Now they act all shocked and complain their hands are tied. Ultimately if the project behind the Mission does get built, it will be a colossal monument to the City's incompetence.
Re: the plans I believe you (or any member of the public) can still view the submitted plans by appointment, the City just can't publish them online.
Roy, yes we need more housing, but this project is way too big. There is nothing "wrong with people" we just want to preserve our town and the mountain views that make it so very special. The last sentence in your comment is incredibly insensitive. There is already way too much traffic near the mission.
Come on Rob, you should know by now that changes are a sensitive topic in this town… lol especially in Housing.
There should be an open conversation but people already fight it, not even knowing how it looks like and what really the scope is…
This was the plot of at least one Parks and Recreation episode.
Why are people always against projects like this? Are hey not aware of the housing shortage in Santa Barbara?? What’s wrong with people?? I hope this project gets approved. So what if there’s more traffic in this area.
R.
Great walk-about in my hood! Not to rain on your Roald Dahl/ swan memory but the decapitated sculpture was actually a pelican as I recall.
Regarding the 505 E. Los Olivos proposed development: I suggest that the site be thoroughly searched for Chumash artifacts, including burial items. I was told by one of the former residents that they frequently uncovered such items when excavating for landscaping projects, etc. I believe such a historically significant burial site would preclude any disturbance/development.
Great article! You showed my cottage first in the article, thank you!
This was the best skateboard company of the 90s. Shorty’s skateboards and we would go before the funk zone was even an idea and get a handful of free stickers.
Great post, thanks for the laughs. I love Summerland and Carp.
Thanks Doug for the factual, concise commentary.
I think “Surprise Driveway” would be a great alternative though I suppose such a sign would somewhat negate the meaning.
Word on the street is no mas on the spreads, she has been “out of stock” since her first drop, over 2 months ago. Poor planning?
Wow, just wow! I am so sorry you had that happen to you parking there, but I thank you kindly for the fair warning!! That is not right what Loves Towing is doing to its victims. The Post & Ospi should warn customers about this!
competition for the Dutchess of Sussex’s preserves line
Red Hen jams and marmalades are the best, glad to see them getting the attention they deserve.
correction: thumbs up to Eric's reply on comments.
thumbs up !
