On Board with Guy Walker

I give my strongest possible endorsement to Guy Walker for County Board of Education, for the Trustee Area including most of the Santa Ynez Valley, Vandenberg Village, Los Alamos, and Guadalupe. Guy has worked hard for many years as a volunteer in the field of education and understands the challenges and opportunities our students face. He has a demonstrated history of common sense and strong moral compass, without being beholden to any political machine or special interest group. I know Guy will do what’s best for our kids and our communities. I strongly encourage you to give Guy Walker your vote.

Bruce Porter
Santa Ynez

SBCC: A Cornerstone of Our Community

The state of California does not have a permanent funding stream for modernizing or replacing outdated facilities on public school, college or university campuses. Funds for school construction projects must come from local bond measures. State matching funds are accessible only if a community passes a bond measure. 

In the upcoming November election, Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is asking voters to approve the extension of a bond, Measure P, to complete critically needed repairs and infrastructure. An investment in essential upgrades for SBCC will pay dividends for our community in the future – nurses, radiology technicians, first responders, and other skilled workers who will have the advantage of up-to-date facilities.

Measure P is needed to modernize SBCC’s classrooms, labs, and job training facilities, ensuring that our community continues to benefit from high-quality, affordable education and career training without increasing tax rates beyond levels already approved by voters. With strict oversight and accountability, Measure P guarantees that funds are used effectively and transparently.

For over 100 years, SBCC has been a cornerstone of our community, offering affordable education and career training to countless students. Let’s come together to support the future of Santa Barbara. Vote YES on Measure P.

Nancy Harter
Former Trustee, Santa Barbara Unified School District

A Guy You Can Know & Trust

I write this letter of support for Mr. Guy Walker, candidate for a seat as Trustee of the County Board of Education.

I have known Mr. Walker for the last 51 years. During this time, it has been increasingly evident that he is an extremely committed advocate for the education of our youth. He is well versed in both the public education world as well as private education. He is an active member of the Santa Ynez community and has a finger on its pulse with regard to all aspects youth education.

Sincerely yours,
Ricardo Flores M.D.

Preserve the Montecito We Love

Regarding All Saints’ Reverend Channing Smith’s Letter to the Editor in the last issue, I think his idea of switching the planned location of affordable housing and Mr. Caruso’s retail shops is brilliant. He must have received inspiration from those mountains we all love to see.

The essence of Montecito lies in its natural beauty, and no part of it should be obliterated by commercial buildings. 

Let Mr. Caruso’s shops be built within his hotel property and let the citizens living in affordable housing be a part of the community, where they belong. 

Reverend Smith’s concept would save this particular neighborhood and honor the Montecito that we love.

Daphne Moore

Who Am I Voting for and Why?!!

That moment when someone says, “I can’t believe you would vote for Trump.”

I simply reply, “I’m voting for Trump because:” 

I’m voting for the First Amendment and freedom of speech. 

I’m voting for the Second Amendment and my right to defend my life and my family. 

I’m voting for the next Supreme Court Justice(s) to protect the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. 

I’m voting for the continued growth of my retirement fund and reducing inflation. 

I’m voting for a return of our troops from foreign countries. 

I’m voting for the Electoral College and for the Republic in which we live. 

I’m voting for the Police to be respected once again and to ensure Law & Order. I am tired of all the criminals having a revolving door and being put back on the street. 

I’m voting for the continued appointment of Federal Judges who respect the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. 

I’m voting for keeping our jobs to remain in America and not be outsourced all over the world – to China, Mexico and other foreign countries. I want USA made. 

I’m voting for secure borders and to have legal immigration. 

I’m voting for the Military & the Veterans who fought for this Country to give the American people their freedoms. 

I’m voting for decreasing the number of late term abortions. 

I’m voting for peace progress in the Middle East. 

I’m voting to fight against human/child trafficking. 

I’m voting for Freedom of Religion. 

I’m voting for the right to speak my opinion and not be censored. 

I am voting for the return of teaching math, history and science instead of indoctrination of our children
and pronouns. 

I’m not just voting for one person; I’m voting for the future of MY Country. I’m voting for our children and grandchildren to ensure their freedoms and their future.

What are you voting for?

Trump and Vance – Give Them a Chance!!  

B.D. Barnes – S.B.