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Rent Control to Save Street?
An edhat reader suggests implementing rent control for State Street businesses to improve the local economy.
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District 3 Campaign Contributions
A local resident expresses their opinion about Westside District 3 campaign contributions for Santa Barbara's City Council.
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The Fight Against Bike Lanes in Old Town Goleta
An Old Town Goleta business owner speaks out against the proposed bicycle lane changes.
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Voting on ADU Ordinances
An edhat reader urges residents to contact their City Councilmembers with their opinions on the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinances.
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ADU's Authorized in High Fire Areas
An edhat reader and Montecito resident has some comments on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU's) in high fire areas.
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More Transparency for Development Projects Needed
A local resident asks for more transparency with community development projects.
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Gun Violence Restraining Order Act
A local resident informs the community of two proposed bills aimed to restrict gun violence.
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Cannabis Growing Rapidly in Carpinteria
The Headmaster of Cate School informs residents about the pervasive growth and nuisance of commercial cannabis in Carpinteria.
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A Declaration of Inter-Dependence
An edhat reader feels the elected government officials of Santa Barbara not only represent their district, but the community as a whole.
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Who Does Jason Dominguez Represent?
A Santa Barbara resident is questioning if a city council member is representing their district adequately.
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AUD Delays Benefit Developers
An edhat reader feels the Santa Barbara City Council have voted in favor of developers with AUD projects.
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Ban Plastic Straws from Santa Barbara
Plastic straws are wreaking havoc on our environment and they need to be banned immediately in Santa Barbara County
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Send Who to SBCAG?
An edhat reader follows up on the SBCAG appointment and the expansion of the Surfrider commuter train.
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SBCAG Appointment Leads to Lawsuit Threats
An edhat reader is fed up with the discussion over the SBCAG seat and now its legal threats.
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Carpinteria School Board Suggests Cutting Staff
An edhat reader is upset by the Carpinteria School District's proposal to cut specific positions by 50%.
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Who is Guarding the Guardians?
An edhat reader comments on the rule changes and Council Resolutions in the Santa Barbara City Council.
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Murillo is an Excellent Mayor
An edhat reader responds to previous Op-Eds about the role of Santa Barbara's Mayor.
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School District's Response in Disturbing Internet Video
An edhat reader responds to the Santa Barbara Unified School District's response to the disturbing internet video targeting local students.
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Critiquing the New Mayor
A Santa Barbara resident has concerns and feedback for the city's new mayor.
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What Should Mayor Murillo’s Priorities Be?
An edhat reader expresses an opinion about the duties of Santa Barbara's new mayor.
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District 3 Should Be Decided by an Election
An edhat reader feels the District 3 City Council seat of Cathy Murillo should be decided by a special election, not via appointment.
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No Transparency With Downtown Parking Committee
An edhat reader shares a concern with the Downtown Parking Committee lacking transparency in a recent meeting.
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Taking Time to Reflect, Refresh, Renew
The Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools shares a reflection on 2017 with advice moving into the new year.
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Easing Children’s Fears as Fires Rage
Two local child education professionals have share tips on how to talk to young children about the fire and its damage.
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Santa Barbara's Affordable Housing Scam
An edhat reader shares their opinions on affordable housing in Santa Barbara.
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OP-ED: Fight Back Against the Anti-Smoking Policy
An edhat reader opposes the City of Santa Barbara's city-wide anti-smoking policy.
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Rigged Dem Endorsements
An edhat reader follows up on a previous Op-Ed column stating the local Democratic Endorsements were rigged.
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Rebuttal to Don't Be Bullied Op-Ed
An edhat reader responds to a previous Op-Ed regarding Santa Barbara's Mayoral candidates.
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Don’t be Bullied
An edhat reader advises Santa Barbara residents to look closely at the five mayoral candidates before voting.
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Cox Cable Now Limiting Internet Usage
An edhat reader is upset about the new charges and limitations Cox Cable is inflicting upon their customers.
