A Message from Supervisor Capps

Santa Barbara County is a place where we value inclusivity, compassion, and support for all residents, regardless of gender, faith, ethnicity or political affiliation. There is still more that unites us; we are stronger together. 

Beginning today, we will be even more vigilant to ensure the safety of all people, especially the most vulnerable. Immigrants are and will be safe and supported here. LGBTQ+ people are and will be safe and supported here. People of color are and will be safe and supported here. Women are and will be safe and supported here. 

I’m committed to working hand-in-hand with you all to uplift a Santa Barbara County where everyone feels secure, respected, and heard. I welcome your ideas and partnership as we move forward with empathy – supported by a unified local government that upholds our quality of life. Santa Barbara will forge a future our children deserve.

Laura Capps, SBC Board of Supervisors, District 2

Hats Off to CPC

My hats off to the County Planning Commission and Staff for their fair and thorough review of the Miramar plan. They led their two hearings very professionally, listening to all sides of the issue and thoughtfully studying the facts in a sensible and reasonable way before reaching a unanimous vote of approval.

The plan will be very positive for Montecito. It gives us affordable housing we so badly need in our Community. It was designed carefully, with a lot of public input. This was the right choice. I am confident that the Caruso team will execute their plan with the same quality and attention to detail as they have with the Miramar. I am excited for them and our beautiful community. Thank you, Commissioners!

A very fortunate resident,
Jim Nigro

A Proud Supporter

I was proud to be among the many supporters of the Miramar hotel last week when its plan for future improvements won a unanimous 4-0 vote from the County Planning Commission. And I was in good company – dozens of other supporters also attended the various local hearings on the plan, and more than 150 signed letters showing their support as well.

This is a smart plan, designed with community input, that will make a huge difference for the Miramar’s employees and fit naturally into the neighborhood. I’m glad the Miramar and All Saints-by-the-Sea could find a compromise.

I think it’s important to remember that before Caruso re-opened the Miramar, it was an abandoned eyesore behind a chain link fence with moldy, deteriorating buildings. Caruso changed all that, and now the Miramar is one of the biggest taxpayers in the County and a great all-around resource. Caruso has never let us down, and I think they’re earned our support for their plan.  

Carol Anne Werner