Op Ed

An edhat reader feels the elected government officials of Santa Barbara not only represent their district, but the community as a whole.

A Santa Barbara resident is questioning if a city council member is representing their district adequately. 

An edhat reader feels the Santa Barbara City Council have voted in favor of developers with AUD projects.

Plastic straws are wreaking havoc on our environment and they need to be banned immediately in Santa Barbara County

An edhat reader follows up on the SBCAG appointment and the expansion of the Surfrider commuter train.

An edhat reader is fed up with the discussion over the SBCAG seat and now its legal threats.

An edhat reader is upset by the Carpinteria School District's proposal to cut specific positions by 50%.

An edhat reader comments on the rule changes and Council Resolutions in the Santa Barbara City Council.

An edhat reader responds to previous Op-Eds about the role of Santa Barbara's Mayor.

An edhat reader responds to the Santa Barbara Unified School District's response to the disturbing internet video targeting local students.

A Santa Barbara resident has concerns and feedback for the city's new mayor.

An edhat reader expresses an opinion about the duties of Santa Barbara's new mayor.

An edhat reader feels the District 3 City Council seat of Cathy Murillo should be decided by a special election, not via appointment.

An edhat reader shares a concern with the Downtown Parking Committee lacking transparency in a recent meeting.

The Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools shares a reflection on 2017 with advice moving into the new year.

Two local child education professionals have share tips on how to talk to young children about the fire and its damage.

An edhat reader shares their opinions on affordable housing in Santa Barbara.

An edhat reader opposes the City of Santa Barbara's city-wide anti-smoking policy.

An edhat reader follows up on a previous Op-Ed column stating the local Democratic Endorsements were rigged.

An edhat reader responds to a previous Op-Ed regarding Santa Barbara's Mayoral candidates.

An edhat reader advises Santa Barbara residents to look closely at the five mayoral candidates before voting.

An edhat reader is upset about the new charges and limitations Cox Cable is inflicting upon their customers. 

A local resident feels the animal adoption rules through county services are too strict and hypocritical.

An edhat reader feels telephone alert systems do not work during emergencies and we need other options.

An edhat reader opposes the District Attorney's decision to seek the death penalty for the man accused of murdering the Han family.

The President of Santa Barbara City College makes a public statement on the status of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).

The Gaviota Coast Consevancy urges the community not to trash the Gaviota Coast and oppose the Tajiguas Landfill.

The Environmental Defense Center responds to Trump's plans to open up oil drilling on the California coast, specifically the Santa Barbara Channel.

An edhat reader explains why the location of new apartments will lead to health problems.

An edhat reader shares an experience about witnessing horses in distress at Earl Warren Showgrounds.