Board of Supervisors — 2026-04-21

Good morning everybody. Good morning, I will call to order the April 21st 2026 regular meeting in the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. Madam Clerk please call the roll.

approval of the minutes from the April 7th, 2026 regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Can I get a motion?

Second. Okay, we got a motion and a second all in favor signify by saying aye. Aye. Opposed? Motion passes unanimously Next item of business, our CO report. Ms. Miyasato do you have a report this morning?

I do thank you Chair Nelson good morning chair and board members. I just want to highlight an event held by the Ag Commissioner recently more than 40,000 pounds of legacy and unwanted pesticides were safely collected and disposed of during a recent free commercial pesticide disposal event hosted by the Agricultural Commissioner's Office in collaboration with the Public Works Department Held at the end of March at the San Yanez Transfer Station in Los Olivos. The event served local farmers, ag professionals, pest management businesses and pesticide dealers. The event was funded by a $200,000 California Environmental Protection Agency grant and the strong participation I think underscores the success of the program and reinforces the county's commitment to environmental protection and public safety as well as means to help our farmers.

So congratulations to the Ag Commissioner for a great showing and a great event.

All right, thank you and our Commissioner is second to none. Moving along Madam Clerk are there any announcements or changes to our agenda today?

Mr. Nelson and members of the board, I do have a couple quick announcements this morning. We received a continuance request from the department to continue administrative item number 27 to the May 5th 2026 Board meeting. Administrative item number 27 is from the fire department it is regarding revisions to the rules and regulations of the Santa Barbara County Fire Department's Board of Appeals and appointment of candidates onto the Board of Appeals Additionally, it was brought to our attention that Departmental Item No. 4 regarding the Use and Preservation Policy for County-Owned Property in County Parks and Recreation Areas was not visible on the online PDF agenda for a period of time over the weekend. While the item remained visible on the posted agenda and available in the meeting details, it was not displayed on the online PDF or accessible versions of the agenda.

At an abundance of caution regarding public noticing, the Chair has called a special meeting for this afternoon at 1230 p.m. to hear this item only. Departmental Item No. 4 will now be listed as Item No. 1 on the Special Meeting Agenda. Although the item is still anticipated to be heard closer to 130 p. m., the earlier time ensures that item is properly noticed in the event the morning agenda concludes sooner than expected. So if you are a member of the public who is interested in departmental item number four listed on today's regular meeting agenda, please be advised that will now be departmental item number one on the special meeting agenda which will have a separate zoom link for those wishing to provide public comment remotely.

And lastly, for information on the Board of Supervisors methods of public participation and instructions on how to provide public comment on items listed on today's agenda or during general public comment please refer to page 2 of the agenda. Individuals that would like to provide verbal public comment may do so via Zoom by registering in advance via the link available on page two. If you have any questions please contact the Clerk of the Board's Office at area code 805-568-2240 Again that number is 805-568-2240. That concludes my announcements for today.

All right, thank you Madam Clerk and for those of you who may have not picked up on it so item four today that was on our regular agenda will be now item one in our special meeting that will be this afternoon as we mentioned before it would take place no earlier than 12 30 but will likely be probably closer to 1 or 1 30 based on our calendar the reason why that again that was done out of abundance of caution there was a technical glitch this weekend with our Online posting and so we wanted to make sure that we did it properly So that item will again be heard this afternoon probably about 1 1 30 But we wanted to have it on there at 1230 just to make sure That was properly noticed if we needed to have their earlier if we moved along a little quicker this morning So if you're here to speak about the immigration and custom enforcement Item, that will likely be after lunch after sometime after 1230 as part of our special meeting once we conclude our regularly scheduled items in this agenda.

So just wanting to make sure everybody in the public understands that As we move forward today. So with that, we're now moving along to the administrative agenda.

evidence-based and informed models, these services promote healthy pregnancies, strengthen parenting confidence, support self-sufficient, and lay the foundation for long life learning. I would like to share a story of family that I've worked Their name and sensitive information has been changed for privacy. I was introduced to Lupe and Carla by one of the public health nurses.

Carla, Lupe's three-month old beautiful daughter was born with special needs, spina bifida and a cleft At first her mother felt overwhelmed navigating the medical system, managing calls from multiple providers and scheduling numerous appointments. With only her partner Juan as a support she asked would you be able to help me with everything that I need for Carla?

We started with small steps. I suggested using a calendar and by the next visit she proudly brought one given by the public health nurse. Together we organized appointments and discussed transportation, calling Ventura Transit to get her started. Over time Lupe grew more confident and independent scheduling appointments arranging transportation and advocating for her daughter's needs.

Recently when their daughter required surgery to drain fluid Lupe approached approached it with strength, asking information, questions and seeking support when needed. The family has come a long way turning early challenges into confidence, resiliency and self-advocacy that all started with the support of a home visitor. Through home visiting programs like Healthy Families America We partner with families facing complex challenges, building on their strengths through trusted relationship-based support.

We help families navigate housing, health care, employment and child care walking alongside them to ensure they remain supported every step of the way by recognizing home visiting you affirm commitment to healthier families stronger communities And write our futures for the county's children. The right support families can overcome challenges and thrive. Home visitors are true different makers.

Santa Barbara County home visiting week honors their impact and dedication to stronger families, one visit, one family, and one child at a time. Thank you.

Thank you ladies for being here and thank you for the work that you're doing. All right, Madam Clerk will you please read A3 into the record?

Chair Nelson and members of the Board, Administrative Item number 3 is sponsored by Supervisor Lee. It is to adopt a resolution proclaiming the week of April 19th, 2026 through April 25th, 2026 as National Library Week in Santa Barbara County and joining us in person today we have Brandon Beaudet, Library Director at Santa Barbara Library, Elizabeth Saucedo, Library Director at Goleta Library, Dawn Jackson, Library Director at Santa Maria Library Lauren Trujillo, Executive Director at the Santa Barbara Library Foundation and Sarah Bleal, Director of the Lompoc Library.

And I'll go ahead and read the resolution. Whereas libraries serve as community hubs, partnering with schools businesses and organizations to maximize resources increase efficiency and expand access to essential services strengthening the entire community. And whereas libraries provide free and equitable access to books digital tools and innovative programming ensuring that all individuals have the support they need to learn connect and thrive And whereas libraries nurture young minds through story times, STEM programs and critical literacy initiatives fostering curiosity and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

And whereas libraries empower job seekers entrepreneurs and lifelong learners by providing access to resources training and opportunities that support career growth and economic success. Whereas dedicated librarians and library workers provide welcoming spaces that inspire discovery collaboration and creativity for all And whereas libraries, librarians and library workers across the country are joining together to celebrate National Library Week under the theme Find Your Joy. Now therefore be it hereby ordered and resolved that this Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara does hereby acknowledge the week of April 19th through the 25th as National Library Week and encourages all residents to visit their library explore its resources and celebrate all the ways that the library helps our community find joy passed and adopted today

Good morning Chair Nelson and Supervisors. My name is Lauren Trujillo, I'm the Executive Director for the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation and happy National Library Week! Great to see you all again. It's an honor to be here today to present this resolution and share library love. Behind me are just 100 of over 1,000 love letters we collected from the community during Valentine's Day and we wanted to share them with you. Just messages from the community about what the library means to them.

Over the past year we've seen a renewed sense of connection among libraries across Santa Barbara County. There's a growing spirit of collaboration with leaders coming together, supporting one another and exploring ways to strengthen library services for all of our communities. I'd like to recognize the outstanding library leaders with us today Sarah Biel from Wampoag, Elizabeth Salcido from Goleta and Brandon Bedette from Santa Barbara. I have to mention today is his birthday so happy birthday Brandon!

Thank you all for your leadership and your commitment to the communities you serve. Today is National Library Workers Day so thank you, thank you, thank you! At the Santa Barbara Public Library Foundation we believe deeply in the power of public-private partnerships and we're excited about the opportunities ahead to help build stronger connections and expand support for libraries countywide.

Thank you for protecting library funding that keeps this ecosystem alive and accessible to everyone. We are committed to keeping you all connected to your libraries and look forward to sharing our spaces with you and the impact they have on our communities. I encourage everyone to visit your local library this week, and use the most important card in your wallet, your library card, and discover all that it has to offer you. Thank you.

Thank you chair Nelson supervisors. I have some remarks to share they were written by Don Jackson, the Santa Maria library director who was unable to be here today in person. Thank you for making this proclamation recognizing the importance of libraries in Santa Barbara County. As library directors throughout the county, we see firsthand the positive impact libraries make on our county communities from thousands of children who attend our early literacy story times beginning their paths to later academic success To teens or adults needing job seeking resources and seniors who attend our informative adult programming, giving them new skills and providing vital connections. We hear countless stories from library patrons about how the library has made their lives better often in powerful life changing ways.

There is no doubt our local libraries are an essential component to improving the quality of life in Santa Barbara County and we thank you again for this important recognition.

Thank you. All right, we're going to skip A4 for a moment. We're going to come back to A4 but we're gonna go to A5. Madam Clerk can you please read that in the record?

Chair Nelson and members of the board. Administrative item number five is sponsored by Supervisor Nelson, is to adopt a resolution proclaiming the week of April 19th 2026 through April 25th 2026 as Court Appointed Special Advocates CASA Volunteer Appreciation Week in Santa Barbara County and joining us in person today we have Kim Colby Davis if you can please make your way to the podium.

And anyone else you'd like to join with you? I'll go ahead and read the resolution. Whereas for more than 30 years, court-appointed special advocates CASA of Santa Barbara County has worked to assure a safe permanent nurturing home for all abused and or neglected children by providing a highly trained volunteer to advocate for them in the court system. And whereas CASA volunteer advocates are appointed by the Juvenile Court to represent the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect, ensuring their voices are heard in the courtroom classroom and community. And whereas in the past year CASA of Santa Barbara County served 550 children, the highest number in the county's history reflecting both the increasing need for child advocacy and the power of community involvement.

And whereas this vital work was made possible through the dedication of 232 CASA volunteer advocates who together contributed 14,996 hours of service to children in the dependency system. And whereas these dedicated volunteers helped achieve 168 cases closing in a safe and permanent home offering long-term stability and hope to children throughout Santa Barbara County. And whereas, CASA volunteers also submitted 1,079 court reports ensuring judges received critical child-centered information when making decisions that profoundly affect the lives and futures of children in foster care.

And whereas CASA volunteers come from communities across Santa Barbara County and exemplify the spirit of compassion, civic engagement and commitment that strengthens our entire region. And whereas National Volunteer Appreciation Week provides an important opportunity to honor these individuals who give generously of their time, talents and hearts to support and uplift children in need. Now therefore be it hereby ordered and resolved that this, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors Proudly recognize CASA of Santa Barbara County and its volunteers for their extraordinary service and declares April 19th through the 25th as Volunteer Appreciation Week in Santa Barbara County, honoring the profound impact CASA volunteers make in the lives of vulnerable children passed and adopted today.

Chair Nelson and Supervisors, I want to accept this wonderful proclamation on behalf of CASA's small and very powerful staff and our hundreds of CASA volunteers. We serve the most vulnerable children in the county from age 0, day of birth until their 21st birthday. And we can only do it because of the many volunteers that we have. Over my career with CASA, we have had nearly 1,000 members of the community step up and become CASA volunteers and I do want to recognize that both Joan Hartman Supervisor Hartman and Laura Capps, Supervisor Capps are part of the CASA family.

When I started with CASA, I remember bringing a quilt made by one of our wonderful quilting ladies group to Supervisor Hartman for the team she was serving at the time. And I look forward to wonderful stories from Supervisor Capps. It is hard work being a CASA volunteer and we understand that it's not for everybody but we absolutely cannot do the vital work that CASA does without the community And it is hard right now, it has been for several years to find those CASA volunteers. So the CASA team is working harder than ever to find those people who will step up and be part of our team.

And now I would like to introduce our Board President Heather Ames for a few words.

Thank you Chair, Supervisors and the Board for recognizing CASA of Santa Barbara County as we are humbled by this honor. As Board Chair I'm super proud to support CASA's mission and to make the individuals who make this work really possible. A special thanks to Kim Davis who has had over almost 20 years of leadership of this amazing organization To my fellow Casa team board members, they've been amazing and especially for the Casa team for their tireless work. I think as Kim said this team works amazing throughout the entire community from Santa Barbara to Santa Maria and they're very passionate and dedicated to the work they do. This is a passion job as many of you know to do the work that they're doing it is also a difficult job at times we also really do want to thank All of our community members and volunteers because as Kim said without everybody's time energy effort and support this would not be possible.

And we have served many many children over 500 last year in our own communities with more on the wait list so we continue to Spread our awareness. This honor is so wonderful and recognition for us because this helps us get more out in the community and share our story, so I am very proud and very humbled to accept this along with Kim and the staff, the fellow board, and our volunteers who we are very proud to be recognizing on Wednesday for our volunteer appreciation dinner. So thank you again for this award.

Thank you.

Supervisor Hartman.

Yes I just wanted to make a pitch that this is very gratifying to be a CASA you're the one person who gets to explore the school, the natural family, the foster family and understand the full range of issues that affect a child's life and In my situation the child I was with changed living situations over the period, the seven year period. So I was the one constant in her life and it really made a profound effect on me and so it's something that you're able to allow enrichment opportunities that otherwise wouldn't exist And CASA as an organization really supports that.

They bring in opportunities and suggest things, and connect you to other CASAs so that you can do things together. So it's a tremendously supportive organization doing really critical work for children. So I encourage people to sign up.

Thank You Supervisor Hartman And I just want to make a plug on how important they are. You know, we just went through some budget workshops where we're potentially seeing some significant cuts to our child welfare services and so without cost of coming in the gap for a lot of these kids that there would be huge gaps in services for some of our most vulnerable. So again this time it is one of the most important times to step up and be helping these children. And you know if it wasn't for our community, you know not everything can be solved by the government right? And some things need to be stepped up by people in our community, you know the faith community as well as our volunteers so again thank you those of you who are serving as CASAs.

All right we're going to move on to A6. Madam Clerk will you please read that item into the record.

Chair Nelson and members of the Board, Administrative Item No. 6 is sponsored by Supervisor Nelson and is to adopt a resolution proclaiming May 7th, 2026 as the National Day of Prayer in Santa Barbara County. And joining us in person today we have Beverly Taylor, Veronica Leach, and Rochelle Mellon. Whereas throughout history America has faced trials and triumphs, and Americans have responded in prayer seeking courage and comfort, inspiration, and joy-filled celebrations. Faith compels us to seek and cling to the light in times of darkness and spread light to those in need. And whereas from the first gatherings of our founding fathers, elected officials have prayed and entreated those they serve and represent to join them in prayer including the authors of our Declaration of Independence Wrote that they the representatives of the United States of America and General Congress assembled appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world and carried on to present day.

To present a presidential proclamations such as last year's invitation to join him in asking for God's continued guidance mercy and protection And whereas a National Day of Prayer has not only been a part of our heritage since it was declared by the First Centennial Congress in 1775, but it is a public law established in the United States Congress in 1952 approved by a joint resolution and amended by Congress and President Reagan with Public Law 100-307.

In 1988, affirming that it is essential for us as a nation to pray and directs the President of the United States to set aside and proclaim the first Thursday of May annually as the National Day of Prayer. And whereas in every state across America, the observance of the National Day of Prayer will be held on Thursday, May 7th 2026 with the theme glorify God among the nations seeking him in all generations Based on the verse in First Chronicles 1624, a prayer of Thanksgiving. Tell of his glory among nations, his wonderful deeds among all peoples and whereas in every state across America the observance of the National Day of Prayer will be held on Thursday and whereas unified prayer is mobilized across America every first Thursday of May on the National Day of Prayer As neighbors come together to join their hearts and voices in reading sacred scriptures and attending services to seek God for the city and country where we live, learn, work, worship, serve, and desire all to thrive.

And we express our faith and exercise our freedom in prayer then unite our hearts and voices in personal prayer and public gatherings across America with fervent praise repentance love and humble intercession for our neighbor and nation holding fast to the promises throughout the Holy Scriptures that the Lord hears and avails much as he answers the faith-filled prayers of his people. Now therefore be it hereby ordered a resolve that this Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors recognizes May 7th as the National Day of Prayer in Santa Barbara County passed and adopted today

Good morning Chair Nielsen and Supervisors. On behalf of the community of prayer locally here in Santa Maria, and the National Day of Prayer Task Force here on the Central Coast we thank you for issuing us this resolution recognizing and honoring the gift and privilege we have to gather and pray over our city, our county, our state, and our nation. This is a monumental year as the National Day of Prayer celebrates our 75th year and, of course, America commemorating the 250th year as a nation.

The theme for this year's National Day of Prayer is from 1 Chronicles 16 in the Old Testament which proclaims glorify God among the nations seeking him in all generations This year we will declare our personal rededication, focusing our own hearts and our own communities where God has established us. We will gather together to pray, to celebrate and to rededicate ourselves back to the Lord and in covenant as one nation under God.

Committing to love the Lord our God with all our heart, mind and strength. And to love our neighbor as Jesus loved us. Thank you for your support.

Thank you. All right. Our next item is A7. Madam Clerk will you please read that into the record?

Good morning, everyone. My name is Patricia Nelson and members of the board. Administrative item number 7 is sponsored by Supervisor Nelson. It is to adopt a resolution proclaiming the month of April 2026 as National Poetry Month in Santa Barbara County and joining us in person today we have Jocelyn Lumie Bow, Chrissy Kurth and Sarah York-Rubin Whereas the United States Congress and the Academy of American Poets have designated April as National Poetry Month in recognition of poetry's power to enrich culture, elevate expression and strengthen community. And whereas the County of Santa Barbara proudly supports programs such as Poetry Out Loud and Youth Poet Laureate which encourage young people to develop as creative thinkers, civic participants and future leaders.

And whereas the Board of Supervisors commends Ernest Rigetti High School for its success in the 2026 Poetry Out Loud program and further recognizes the outstanding efforts of teachers Chrissy Kurth, Erin Robinson and Caitlin Bernardo. And whereas we are pleased to honor this year's Poetry Out Loud student participants for their remarkable achievements, eloquence and inspiring creative expression. And whereas the Board of Supervisors extends special congratulations to Regional Champion Jocelyn Lumi-Bao who represents Santa Barbara County at the State Poetry Out Loud competition alongside students from 48 counties across California. Now, therefore be it hereby ordered and resolved that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara does hereby acknowledge this resolution proclaiming April as National Poetry Month in Santa Barbara County and honoring Ernest Rigetti High School for its astounding achievement in poetry passed and adopted today.

Welcome Jaslyn.

Thank you and good morning I'm Jaslyn Lomibow, I'm from Ernest Regetti High School, I am a junior and I recently competed in the state competition at Poetry Out Loud in Sacramento and for you today I will be performing a poem that I performed at that state competition. An Apology by Julia Ward Howe For a warm word spoken, I spake perhaps too sharp a word for one bred up in modesty.

But base and just this trivial scorn on honor heaped had angered me. The smile of courtesy forsook these lips so timid even for good while over the paleness of my brow flash crimson, the indignant blood Nor could I, to the contest bring the trained weapon of the mind. Snatching from reason's armory such shafts as grief had left behind. Grief for the faltering of the age. Grief for my country and my race. Grief to sit here with Christian men that boast their want of Christian grace.

I say not that the man I praise By that poor tribute, stand more high. I say not that the man I blame be not a pure worth than I but when I move reluctant lips for holy justice human rights The sacred cause I strive to plead lends me its fervor and its might. And I must argue from the faith which gave the fervor of my youth, or keep such silence as young stars that only look and live God's truth.

Thank you.

That was

awesome.

Supervisor Capps.

I'm just incredibly impressed both by your words and your delivery, your poise, your passion. Thank you for sharing it with us today.

Yeah thank you And on behalf of the proud Rigetti Warrior myself, way to represent and I actually just wanted to take a moment. Just I was thinking about it. This is why we have meetings up in Santa Maria in part you know this full room of people from the Santa Maria Valley that are big part of this community and you know it's really important that this board travels to Santa Maria. This is not how all counties work that we have meetings in both half of the county but I think it really shows you know us wanting to come and interact and also appreciate the people all throughout our county that are doing amazing things so thank you All right, next item is A8.

Chair Nelson and members of the board, Administrative Item number 8 is sponsored by Supervisor Lavinino. It is to adopt a resolution proclaiming April 24th 2026 as Arbor Day in Santa Barbara County and joining us in person today we have William Ortega and Udi Loza if you can and Chris Sneddon if you can please make your way to the podium Whereas Santa Barbara County has a long and prosperous agricultural history of growing annual and perennial plants for products as well as landscape benefits. And whereas the residents of Santa Barbara County treasure the valuable landscape trees provide on both public and private lands, and consider them to be essential living features that contribute to their quality-of-life experience.

And whereas the natural beauty of our urban forests and county landscapes As well as the enhanced beauty of the planted and developed landscape environments add to the many qualities that draw visitors and new residents to one of California's most beautiful counties. And whereas four of the largest incorporated cities in Santa Barbara County have, for many years been proud and active participants in the Tree City USA program sponsored by the National Arbor Day Foundation And whereas April 24th, 2026 is National Arbor Day. And whereas as governing stewards responsible for the planting and care of all trees growing on county public lands, as well as promoting and encouraging conservation of valuable trees growing on private lands.

Now therefore be it hereby ordered and resolved that this Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Barbara does hereby acknowledge Friday, April 24th 2026 as Arbor Day throughout the county and encourages all citizens to recognize the multitude of benefits our community derives from the conscious acts of planting improperly maintaining landscape trees and requests that all institutions of primary and secondary education throughout the county seek ways to observe this important day and to teach students the value of trees in our lives past and adopted today.

Thank you board. My name is Bill Ortega, I'm from Public Works Transportation. I'm in Urban Forestry Division. I've had the pleasure to go to each district except for meeting Lee was with DOS but it would be nice next year for you and it's nice to finally get to the fifth. I appreciate this. I met everyone here and had a good time with every one of you guys at these each events I'm here to receive the Arbor Day proclamation for a resolution for the county of Santa Barbara. This will be our 23rd annual year being certified and also certified Tree City USA, so it's a big thing for us with the growth award we have over 8500 trees that are maintained by the county and we also respond to trees that fall down We have a lot of little things outside that are private and a lot of the things we have to deal with that letters and be homeowners and let know what trees are protected letting know the rules before she's not just a tree company.

We also hardscape our guys are also concrete finishers. Our department is one of few in the county of Santa Barbara or California that is very hardworking gentlemen, men that are well established. I have Anthony Ramirez our tree inspector he's been here for 23 years. I have been at the county for 25 years. Am I wrong or you 24? 30 sorry 34 and I'm 35 again it's going fast.

I'm waiting to retire can't do it but anyway thank you for the proclamation. I appreciate the recognition and also with Anthony I appreciate you really hard to do half of what I do Without them I also like to thank our manager Uri Loza and our Deputy Director and Director Mustafa and Chris Snell. Thank you guys for supporting us and helping us in our department and giving us the staff that we need, the equipment we need And also the Arbor Day is also part of this event that helps us get recognized. And we get to do it with the children and let them know what, what the trees bring to the city and how it enhances it. It's a fun event. Thank you everybody. I appreciate it. I'm going to have Parks Department come speak in and represent parks and their maintain system.

Thank You Mr. Ortega

Good morning everybody. My name is Dominic, I'm a park ranger for the County of Santa Barbara North Sector. I'd like to thank the board recognizing Arbor Day and all the hard work for the county. Thank you Bill Thank you for bringing us along and continuing to provide all the superior work you do throughout the county. I'd also like to thank our director Jesus Armas who is committed to providing quality services, equipment, facilities for our community.

Mahler Park has been blessed to have many contributions, volunteers just one of the many parks that we take care of. I want to contribute to the tree population in the park and in years past we've been presented with different grants. Just a few years ago, we got 300 trees donated or given to us from Cal Fire Grant. Those trees were planted all through Waller Park by volunteers and staff. I just wanted to recognize some of those groups. Ken Knight, The Rotary Club, Friends of Waller Park and other volunteer groups that were part of these plantings.

Our tree budget. We share a countywide in the entire parks division, the budgets minimal so a lot of the numbers and vendors that we use were limited on. So we therefore have a staff that takes on a lot of the The task I'd like to thank that staff here. Sully Dominguez, that's here Brent Cloud Jesus that Dalgaard. I'm sorry Justin Douglas Marvin Solario Mark guy and Tina Schneider when and thank you again board.

Thank you Dominic. Yep

All right, that brings us to our last resolution to be presented. But this one was actually pulled by the public so we actually need to do public comment on this one prior to adopting it and presenting it. So would you go ahead and just read the item into record? Don't read the resolution yet let's have public comments specifically on the resolution and then we'll then go through the formal part.

Chair Nelson and members of the board, Administrative Item number four is sponsored by Supervisor Hartman. It is to adopt a resolution proclaiming the week of April 19th 2026 through April 25th 2026 as National Crime Victims Rights Week in Santa Barbara County and we do have three requests to speak from the public on this item. We are going to begin here in Santa Maria with Karen Hauenstein then we will return to Santa Barbara with Elsa Granados and Bruce McHague. Karen.

All right, thank you Let's go ahead and do two minutes so we can we've got quite a few things to address in our administrative agenda So Thank You Miss Hauenstein

Karen Hauenstein lifelong resident of Lompoc Nepotism cronyism and political party manipulation creates victims of every citizen in this county. That's what we should be thinking about because of what I've discovered has been done to the Lompoc Valley and I know there is no PC code for what's been done to my Lompoc Valley but stifling growth in the form of owned residences and homes in Lompoc.

By placing a perimeter around Lompoc of commercial industrial strawberry farming, it's very, very apparent. I feel that is a crime to every citizen of my valley. I do not like that it's being done And the political pandering that's happening, that's controlled our county for years. That's allowing it to happen along with the money laundering and all this organized crime activity which is happening right here in our county under our noses and is being ignored by local law enforcement because they're so partisan.