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NatureTrack celebrating 10 years of giving kids opportunities to explore nature With current pandemic, program's mission becomes even more crucial By Raiza Giorgi
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ue Eisaguirre remembers going for a hike with a group of students in the early days of NatureTrack, and telling the docent in front of her to take the fork to the left when the trail split off. “The little boy next to me looked up and said ‘I don’t see a fork,’ and I laughed out loud because he was very concerned that seeing a fork was very important,” Eisaguirre laughed. Eisaguirre said there have been too many amazing experiences through the 10 years but she is so happy to be celebrating this milestone with her volunteers and hopeful the next 10 will be just as memorable. Her goal is still the same as it was 10 years ago, and that is to foster a lifelong fascination with nature through outdoor experiences. Eisaguirre’s dream began while working at UCSB’s Sedgwick Reserve and she wanted to reach kids of all backgrounds to get them outside and exploring the natural world. “I don’t have a natural history background, but I absolutely believe that kids need to be outdoors exploring and learning about the world around them,” she said. “Not stuck to a television screen, and especially now during the pandemic when they are online a lot for distance learning.” Eisaguirre’s little nonprofit started in February of 2011, getting volunteers and programs put together, and officially began Nov. 2 that year with a fundraising dinner. The very next day she had kids in groups and started taking them on adventures. “I wanted this program to be an addition to the classroom, where teachers could incorporate the activities and experiences into their lesson plans.
Photos contributed NatureTrack facilitates observation and inquiry through the use of Jack Muir Law's INIWIRMO prompts: "I notice, I wonder, It reminds me of."
That’s exactly what we did,” Eisaguirre said. That year, she said, they provided 600 students with a NatureTrack outdoor field trip. The next year the number of students grew to 1,600, then 2,000 and in 2019 they provided field trips for 4,000 students in Santa Barbara County. “We accomplished this only because of our incredible volunteers and donors and all the great places who have let us host a field trip,” Eisaguirre said. “Midland School in particular has been amazing for letting us use their trails and property for the trips.” NatureTrack is now offering a $5,000 scholarship in memory of the group’s longtime volunteer Nancy Stearns, who passed away last year. “Nancy was the master gardener and always brought this vibrancy to NatureTrack that the kids just loved,” Eisaguirre said. “She will be dearly missed and her husband Brett kindly offered this scholarship in her name.” Applications will be available in February to high school seniors in the Santa Ynez Valley. Visit naturetrack.org for details.
How COVID has affected NatureTrack
The start of 2020 looked very promising to Eisaguirre as the program already had trips planned for 5,000 students and was planning its largest film festival to date. “When March hit, it was a scramble because it was literally the week before the film festival was NATURE TRACK CONTINUED TO PAGE 22
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Mobile COVID-19 testing unit comes to Santa Barbara County Staff Report
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mobile COVID-19 testing unit arrived Jan. 11 to support the expansion of testing throughout Santa Barbara County. The mobile testing unit is located at CenCal Health in Santa Barbara, 4050 Calle Real, from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. This test site was to be available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday thereafter for a minimum of two weeks and available to all community members. The mobile testing unit will then move to a new location which will be announced. To request an appointment, please go online to https://lhi. care/covidtesting. If you need assistance registering, call 2-1-1. “Testing is such an important part of fighting COVID, that we’re more than happy to work with the Public Health Department to provide the needed space and support,” said Bob Freeman, CEO of CenCal Health. “I’m grateful that we have an incredible partner like CenCal, who quickly responded to our need for space to host the mobile testing unit,” said Van Do-Reynoso, Santa Barbara Public Health Director. “Because of CenCal’s support, we are able expand
testing in our community during this very difficult surge in COVID transmission that we now find ourselves in as a community.” In addition to the new mobile testing site, expanded COVID-19 testing is also available in the Santa Maria and Isla Vista communities. Santa Maria Health Care Center 2115 Centerpointe Pkwy, Santa Maria Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Online appointment registration opens the day before each testing date and closes at 5 p.m. or when all slots are full, whichever comes first. Appointment registration link will be found at https://publichealthsbc.org/testing. Walk-Ins are not allowed. Isla Vista Theater (Beginning Jan. 8, 2021) 960 Embarcadero del Norte, Isla Vista Fridays and Saturdays 12 to 5 p.m. Walk-In only (no appointments). For updates about testing opportunities, please visit www.publichealth.org/testing or call 2-1-1 for information and testing appointment registration assistance.
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Solvang Council approves six-year renewal of SYV Tourism Improvement District By Janene Scully
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enewal of the Santa Ynez Valley’s tool to attract tourists received support from the Solvang City Council on Jan. 12. Council members voted unanimously to support extending for six years the Santa Ynez Valley Tourism Improvement District. The district assesses a small fee per hotel room rented and uses the revenue to fund Visit the Santa Ynez Valley, or Visit SYV. The organization markets the valley’s six diverse communities — Solvang, Buellton, Santa Ynez, Los Olivos, Ballard and Los Alamos — plus holds educational classes on tourism and customer service for local industry workers. About 93% of hoteliers supported extending the tourism improvement district. To be approved, the district needs more than 50% support from hoteliers. “We need this program to compete in the marketplace and not be ignored or overlooked,” said Shelby Sim, Visit SYV chief executive officer and president. Santa Barbara County, the city of Buellton and local hoteliers urged the renewal. “Visit Santa Ynez Valley is extremely relevant, extremely important, and has shown extraordinary dedication, flexibility, sensitivity and resiliency during this pandemic,” said Linda Johansen, a partner in two valley hotels and a charter member of Visit SYV. “We have risen to the occasion. We are responsible, and we are completely transparent in our efforts. Visit Santa Ynez Valley is vital to help sustain our share of the tourism market along the Central Coast. This new six-year contract will ensure that all six communities in the Santa Ynez Valley are represented and marketed effectively and efficiently at no cost at all to us.” The annual assessment of $3 per room per night may increase to $3.50 in 2024, under the plan.
For the first year under the renewal, it’s expected that the district could raise $900,000. Dave Pollock, owner of ForFriends Inn, said Visit SYV provides a vital voice for smaller hotels. “Visit SYV provides information to hoteliers,” he said. “The information and the support that they provide is more relevant and more timely than that which is offered by state and national entities.” He also noted that the organization gives back to the community and hosts events. “This is a good investment into an important organization that’s run by good and professional folks,” Pollock said, urging the council to support the renewal. Santa Barbara, Goleta, Santa Maria and Lompoc have tourism improvement districts along with San Luis Obispo County. Originally formed in 2010, the tourism improvement district was renewed the first time in 2015 for six years. The newest renewal takes effect July 1 and runs through June 30, 2027. In other matters, the City Council: n Appointed Solvang planning commissioners, with each council member picking someone to serve. Selected unanimously were Aaron Petersen, Jack Williams, Joan Jamieson, Scott Gold and Justin Rodriguez. n Discussed renaming the Branding and Design Committee — the former Board of Architectural Review — as the Design Review Committee. With limited candidates, the council agreed to extend the filing period for applications and make appointments at the Jan. 25 meeting. The council also debated defining the Santa Ynez Valley for possible future members who may not live in the city. Noozhawk North County editor Janene Scully can be reached at jscully@noozhawk.com.
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Santa Barbara County rolling out COVID-19 vaccinations to more populations soon By Raiza Giorgi
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anta Barbara County Public Health officials have been rolling out the COVID-19 vaccinations as quickly as possible to patient-facing health care workers and will soon start distributing to the general population starting early February, according to their website. “This virus does not effect everyone the same,” said Dr. David Fisk, infectious disease doctor at Cottage Health. “We see everything from very mild to barely any symptoms to neurological issues, blood clots and severe pulmonary issues.” Fisk has been the resident infectious disease doctor for 14 years at Cottage Health, having graduated from John Hopkins University School of Medicine in Maryland. “The research on this virus is compelling and the fact we have gotten the vaccination so quickly is amazing and extremely promising, especially if lots of people get it,” he said. “We are still unknown on how long the vaccine will last. It could be three months or 10 years.” Fisk said he has been getting a lot of questions on the efficacy of the vaccine and people being scared to get it, even health care workers. “I understand this came about in a short time. What I tell people is to do their research,” he said. “Look at the company’s websites and immunization procedures, I also tell people to look at the CDC and the Advisory Council on Immunization Procedures (ACIP). For me, I decided to take the vaccine and I have a lot of extensive knowledge in the subject and experience in the field.” He added that the safety trials performed with 40,000 people with little to no side effects was also another reason he decided to get his. “It is ‘new’ medicare technology and there are unknowns, but based on the studies the safety signs are favorable,” Fisk said. At the moment, you cannot just walk into a pharmacy or vaccination clinic and get one. There is a tiered system rolled out by the state Public Health. For now, the health care workers as well as seniors at long-term care facili-
Photo contributed Atterdag Village of Solvang staff and residents got their first round of COVID-19 vaccinations on Jan. 2.
ties have been in the top tier for getting their first and second shots. Atterdag Village vaccinated 95 percent of their residents on Jan. 2, with the first dose of the Pfiizer vaccine. The day went smoothly with minimal side effects the next day, according to their social media post. The second dose was to be given
on Saturday, Jan. 23, and those residents and staff that did not receive the first dose on Jan. 2 will be able to receive their first dose (if desired) on Jan. 23 with a second dose offered on Feb. 13. The next group that will be eligible for the vaccine are: people age 65 or older; essential workers at risk of exposure
in education and child care; essential workers at risk of exposure in food, agriculture and grocery industries; and essential workers at risk of exposure in emergency services. Those vaccinations will start early to mid-March, according to public health. Following that group will be persons age 50 – 64 and persons 16 to 49 years of age that have an underlying health condition or disability which increases their risk of severe COVID-19. Those at risk of exposure at work in the following sectors: water and wastewater; defense; energy; chemical and hazardous materials; communications and IT; financial services and government operations/ community-based essential functions. Following that group will be everyone else not mentioned above, which could be late spring into early summer. Those who are interested to get more information on how to sign up can email vaccine@sbcphd. org or call the 2-1-1 call center with questions. Qualified health care workers can get more information and register for appointments through the county at https://publichealthsbc. org/vaccine-information-for-healthcare-professionals/ or they can make vaccine appointments at six local pharmacies, listed below: n Vons Pharmacy at 1046 Coast Village Road, Suite B in Santa Barbara n Sav-On Pharmacy at 1018 Casitas Pass Road in Carpinteria n Sav-On Pharmacy at 2320 S. Broadway in Santa Maria n Sav-On Pharmacy at 1120 E. Clark Ave. in Orcutt n Sav-On Pharmacy at 1500 North H St. in Lompoc n Vons Pharmacy at 729 North H St. in Lompoc
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Second round of stimulus checks arriving in several forms to eligible residents By Raiza Giorgi
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ith the latest round of stimulus on the way to households, people should be aware that it might not be in the form of an actual check. This round can also include a direct deposit to your bank account or in a preloaded debit card. This second round of payments, or “EIP 2,” is generally $600 for singles and $1,200 for married couples filing a joint return, according to the IRS website. In addition, those with qualifying children will also receive $600 for each qualifying child. Dependents who are 17 and older are not eligible for the child payment. Generally, if you have adjusted gross income for 2019 up to $75,000 for individuals and up to $150,000 for married couples filing joint returns and surviving spouses, you will receive the full amount of the second payment. For filers with income above those amounts, the payment amount is reduced.
According to the Internal Revenue Service, if you received a direct deposit of your refund for a 2019 or 2018 tax return it will send the payment to the bank account provided. In some cases
the first round was direct deposited to customers of Mechanics Bank, however if the routing number was previously from Rabobank before the switch was made, those customers might see this
round of their stimulus in the form of a check or the preloaded debit card. If you did not receive a tax return refund by direct deposit, the payment will be mailed via check or pre-paid debit card to the address on file. The card will show a Visa logo on the front and the issuing bank is MetaBank. If your address is different than the one on your most recent tax return, and the mailed payment is returned to the IRS, it will not be reissued. You will then need to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on your 2020 tax return. If the “status not available” message appears you were either not eligible, or were eligible but the IRS was unable to issue a second payment. You can use the Get My Payment application to check in on the status of their payments. This tool shows the status of the first and second round of payments, and also includes the date of the payment and the payment method. The website is https://sa.www4.irs. gov/irfof-wmsp/notice.
Community invited to participate in General Plan Update process First Community Study Session set for Feb. 6 Staff Report
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he City of Solvang is embarking on the first comprehensive update to its General Plan – PlanSolvang – and will be providing several opportunities for the community to participate in the process. The update will officially kick off with the first Community Study Session on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 10:00 a.m., hosted virtually on Zoom. The Zoom link to the Community Study Session will be posted on the General Plan website (www.PlanSolvang.com) the week of the event. California law requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive and longterm General Plan to define how the area will develop over the next 20 years. Referred to as the “constitution” or “blueprint” for development, the updated City of Solvang General Plan will provide the long-term and comprehensive policy program for all aspects of development, growth and use in the community. The Community Study Session will be the first of several General Plan workshops. The study session will provide a common understanding of the need and purpose of the General Plan Update, an overview of
changes in state planning law, and discussion of contemporary planning issues. The study session will include a facilitated discussion of the planning issues and opportunities facing Solvang. The feedback gathered at the Community Study Session will help inform upcoming phases of the update including the Issues and Opportunities Evaluations, the General Plan Vision and Guiding Principles, Land Use Alternatives, and the Policy Document. Solvang hosts a web page dedicated to the General Plan update (www.PlanSolvang. com) that provides information on the update and access to update materials. Update announcements will be posted to this website as well as to the city’s Facebook page (facebook.com/CityofSolvang). The city will also periodically provide General Plan Update newsletters on the website, via email, and in paper copy. Interested community members will have the opportunity to submit comments and suggestions throughout the update process. For more information about the General Plan Update process or to be added to an email distribution list, please visit www. PlanSolvang.com or contact City Hall at 805-688-5575.
File Photo As rain falls, it mixes with grime and oil on the road creating slick conditions.
SBC Fire offers tips for driving safely in the rain By Daniel Bertucelli for SBC Fire
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n anticipation of the approaching inclement weather, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department offers the following tips to help keep you and your passengers safe while driving on wet roads: n Routinely check your tires. Check tire tread depth and for proper inflation. n Slow down. As rain falls, it mixes with grime and oil on the road creating slick conditions. n Know how to recover from a skid. Remember not to slam on the brakes. Apply firm, steady pressure to the brakes and steer the car in the direction of the skid. n Keep your distance from the car ahead. It takes about three times longer to
break on wet roads than on dry roads. n Turn your headlights on. Not only do they help you see the road, but they’ll help other drivers see you. n First rains make the road very slippery. First rains make the roads the most difficult to drive on as mud and oil combine with water to form a slippery layer. n Dry your brakes after driving through standing water. If you have driven through standing water, apply the brakes lightly for a short time to dry them. n Make sure your wipers are in good condition and functioning properly. California law requires that if you have your wipers on, your vehicle headlights must also be on. Taking these simple tips into account can save your life.
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Advanced weather technology helps reduce power shutoffs Growing network of weather stations, fire-watch cameras assist agencies Staff Report
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acific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) expanded network of enhanced weather technology, including weather stations and high-definition fire-watch cameras located in areas of elevated or extreme fire risk, helped reduce the size of each Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) event in 2020 on average by 55 percent. As of the end of year, PG&E had 1,000 weather stations and 340 cameras in operation throughout Northern and Central California, providing more precise weather data to the company’s team of meteorologists and outside agencies. The weather stations, along with sectionalizing devices that isolate the grid into smaller segments and deployment of temporary generation and microgrids, enabled PG&E to keep the lights on for thousands of customers who would have lost power during comparable weather events in 2019. Due to these advancements, PG&E removed more than 800,000 customers from scope during 2020 PSPS events. In 2020, PG&E installed 400 new weather stations and 216 HD cameras as part of its Community Wildfire Safety Program. These high-tech tools provide better situational awareness and more precise weather monitoring and forecasting that allowed for more precision in
File Photo In 2020, 400 new weathers stations brought PG&E's network total to 1,000 installed and operational, and the number of high-definition cameras more than doubled with over 300 in operation.
determining where a PSPS is needed. “As a real-time situational awareness tool, we’re able to use our high-density weather observation network at the start of a PSPS event to assess if forecasted critical fire weather conditions are materializing or not,” explains Ashley Helmetag, PG&E senior meteorologist. “In a PSPS event, if the conditions are not materializing above risk thresholds, then we’re able to use this data as a one of our decision-making support tools to significantly shrink or eliminate an area that was originally in scope for power shut off.” In addition to PG&E’s in-house meteorology team, the expert staff in the company’s Wildfire Safety Operations Center (WSOC) rely on this real-time information, as well as outside agen-
cies and first-responders as they make critical decisions during wildfire season. “We are working every day to improve the safety of our electric system and reduce wildfire risks,” said Debbie Powell, PG&E’s interim head of electric operations. “In addition to preventing wildfires, our focus is on improving weather awareness and reducing the impact of public safety power outages on customers and communities. Our growing network of weather stations and high-definition cameras helps PG&E meteorologists and analysts do just that.” PG&E has been adding to its network of weather stations and cameras since 2018, mostly in high fire-threat areas in Northern and Central California. The program, which plans to install 1,300 weather stations by the end of
2021, is designed to create a density of roughly one weather station for every 20 miles of electric lines in high fire-threat areas. By the end of 2022, PG&E plans to have nearly 600 cameras installed. When complete, PG&E expects to have the ability to see in real-time roughly 90% of the high fire-risk areas it serves. The stations provide temperature, wind speed and humidity data that is monitored, tracked and evaluated by PG&E’s meteorology team and analysts in the WSOC. The WSOC is the hub from which PG&E detects, evaluates and monitors wildfire threats across its service area. It’s also where the company instigates responses to those threats and a center for coordination with first responders and public safety officials. Weather station observations are available to state and local agencies as well as the public, through PG&E’s website at www.pge.com/ weather and through MesoWest. The WSOC staff also use PG&E’s network of fire-watch cameras to monitor and respond to wildfires. These resources are also available to CAL FIRE and other fire agencies, as needed, and can be viewed publicly by anyone through the Alert Wildfire Network at www.alertwildfire.org. For more information about PG&E’s wildfire mitigations and efforts to reduce the impacts of PSPS events, please visit pge. com/wildfiresafety.
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Sansum Clinic starts 100th anniversary year By Nicole Young for Sansum Clinic
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ansum Clinic, one of the oldest nonprofit outpatient clinics in California, has announced the start of its 100th year. From its origins with Dr. William Sansum, the first U.S. physician to develop and administer insulin for diabetes, to its current operation with 220 doctors in some 50 specialties and service lines, caring for patients in 800,000-plus visits annually across 22 different locations, Sansum Clinic has evolved to treat its patients with a highly trained staff using the latest research and state-of-the-art technology. “We stand on the shoulders of many who have helped bring us to this moment,” said Dr. Kurt Ransohoff, the clinic’s CEO and chief medical officer. “We will always be proud of and committed to our important mission: partnering with our community to deliver healthcare during any challenge, whether that be during wartime, economic recessions or this current pandemic.” Sansum Clinic is the largest independent nonprofit outpatient health care organization between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay area. Its history is intertwined with that of the city, which has always been advanced in the medical sciences despite its small size. Inspired by the collaborative process wartime doctors used to efficiently care for soldiers during
Photo contributed Sansum Medical Clinic's founder, Dr. William David Sansum, was the first doctor in the U.S. to use insulin to treat patients with diabetes.
battlefield triage, Sansum Clinic’s first physicians, led by Dr. Rexwald Brown, formed Santa Barbara Medical Clinic in 1921.
Their approach — specialists operating in their designated fields while consulting and cooperating with others in the same clinic — was a new con-
cept within medicine but proved to be the optimal way to effectively and affordably treat patients. This same multi-specialty model functions and is Sansum’s cornerstone today; residency- or fellowship-trained doctors coordinating and collaborating to offer care. These doctors, alongside a compassionate staff, deliver a personal type of service to patients, grounded in the highest standards of quality, ethics and professionalism. This has garnered Sansum Clinic numerous accreditations from state and federal agencies for excellence in health care. From top-of-the-line surgery centers and imaging machines to the world-class Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, Sansum’s investment in infrastructure and medical advancements is a hallmark of the clinic. Many departments, including cardiology, urology, radiology and ophthalmology, use the latest technology and protocols available to treat patients. Since Sansum’s earliest days, strong ties to the community and the generosity of many within it have brought these advancements to the clinic. The partnerships, combined with the guidance of clinic leaders and trustees, have created bonds and lifetime relationships, producing civic efforts to enhance health and overall quality of life.
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Solvang Chamber of Commerce celebrates centennial City Council issued proclamation to organization during Jan. 11 meeting Staff Report
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he Solvang Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 100th anniversary of serving Solvang. The city presented the chamber with a proclamation recognizing its history and contributions at the Jan. 11 City Council meeting. The Solvang Chamber started as the Solvang Businessmen’s Association (SBA), which was created 10 years after the town was founded in 1911. The group that met in Dania Hall included A.E. Fauroso, M.L. Baker, H.C. Hansen, T. Austed, Mr. Harsen, Marcus Neilsen, S.H. Lyons and Albert Rasmussen. Many of these names continue to be part of Solvang today. The SBA was founded to encourage tourism, foster industries, assist in agricultural enterprises, encourage the establishment of new enterprises, and in general to promote the welfare and the interests of the town of Solvang and the Santa Ynez Valley. Todays’ chamber of commerce continues that legacy under the direction of executive
Photo contributed The Solvang Chamber of Commerce helps local businesses like Swedish Candy Factory owner Amy Freedman and her kids promote Shop Small before the holidays.
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Bank of America awards $842,000 to Santa Barbara, Ventura nonprofits Staff Report
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o support communities amid the pandemic, Bank of America awarded a total of $842,000 to 25 local nonprofits across Santa Barbara and Ventura counties in 2020, with a focus on alleviating the unprecedented impacts to basic needs, affordable and accessible housing and jobs. Bank of America also donated 420,000 personal protective equipment masks to the region’s essential agricultural workers, including 400,000 to Santa Barbara and Ventura county farmworkers as part of a collaboration with California’s Department of Emergency Services to distribute 1 million masks throughout the state. These philanthropic investments include work with United Way of Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, Food Share of Ventura County, Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation, and Women’s Economic Ventures. “While all of us have been impacted by the ongoing pandemic, the nonprofit sector continues to experience unprecedented demand for critical services to support vulnerable populations such as seniors and communities of color who are disproportionately impact-
ed,” said Midge Campbell-Thomas, Ventura and Santa Barbara market president, Bank of America. “As a major company and employer, Bank of America recognizes the responsibility we have to support our local communities however we can,” she said. “By directing philanthropic capital locally, we can address the most immediate needs while helping our most vulnerable communities become more resilient and positioned for success moving forward.” Beyond grants and donations, local bank employees also found ways to give back through virtual volunteerism, dedicating 20,000 hours to local causes and projects of their choice with the support of the company’s longstanding policy to grant each employee two hours of paid time off per week. As an essential business, Bank of America also invested in the health and economic stability of its own employees in 2020 by raising its minimum hourly pay to $20 and expanding family benefits, including increasing childcare reimbursement to $100 per day, providing meal subsidies, and giving supplemental bonus pay to essential workers serving the daily banking needs of clients.
Solvang for 100 years,” said Lavery-Beard. “From its beginnings as a small group of businessmen, the mission remains virtually the same — promote and support Solvang and the greater Santa Ynez Valley.”
“I agree with Tracy,” said Williams. “The chamber is the go-to resource for a wide range of services for Solvang, from answering tourist questions to assisting local businesses in acquiring COVID relief grants and loans.” Today, the Solvang Chamber is the clearinghouse for a wide range of services needed by today’s businesses in this fast-moving and challenging environment. “We have a four-legged approach,” said Lavery-Beard. “First is representation, where we take local issues to the city, county and state levels. Next is economic development to help promote, support and strengthen business in Solvang. Third is education to ensure our members and interested others receive information and training on topics that directly affect our Solvang business community. And finally, we provide a wide range of resources, such as being part of the local Economic Development Collaborative and SBA loan center. “I look forward to 2021 and helping the chamber, the town of Solvang, as well as the greater Santa Ynez Valley prosper.” For more information on the chamber visit www.solvangcc.com.
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Local artist says her love of design came at an early age By Raiza Giorgi
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riscilla Wilson said her affinity for art started at a young age. She remembers coming home from watching a Disney movie or watching a cartoon on television and drawing the characters from memory. Her parents also noticed her talent and started putting her in art classes and helping her foster her creativity. Her creativity and art style has taken her back to her childhood as the Santa Ynez Valley native was recently given the opportunity to create a design for a movie-themed pin for Little Shop of Pins, a “wearable art and lifestyle brand” operating out of Los Angeles. “I met Jason Liwag (owner of Little Shop of Pins) at an art show and was introduced by a mutual friend,” Wilson said. “I was so excited for this opportunity because I had never created a pin before and it really opened my eyes to a new medium. It’s different designing a pin because it has to be simple, yet standout.” Wilson created a pin for the character Sarah from “Labyrinth,” the 1986 classic movie starring Jennifer Connelly and David Bowie. “I loved that movie growing up, I don’t know anyone who doesn’t,” Wilson said. Liwag said that Wilson’s style really called to do the artwork for this pin and he was really excited
Priscilla Wilson loves sharing her artwork at art shows and was invited to participate at ComicCon in San Diego, which is a huge honor for artists.
Artist Priscilla Wilson says she loves incorporating her Asian heritage into her personal artwork.
to see it come to life. Little Shop of Pins has taken off, which Liwag was surprised to see during COVID-19. Little Shop of Pins has pins from “Star Wars,” “The Mandalorian,” “Fraggle Rock,” “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” and more classics. The business is able to do many pop culture pins because of its extensive licensing agreements. “Getting the license for Jim Henson Com-
also was invited to host a booth at ComicCon in San Diego last year; however, the pandemic put a kibosh on those plans. “I was disappointed because ComicCon is the ultimate place to get work seen by a lot of people and get connections,” Wilson said. “The organizers did a great job converting it to virtual in a short amount of time, and I hope I can be a part of it when it can go back to in-person.” A lot of her personal art has an Asian influence as she loves exploring her Asian heritage. “I was adopted as a baby and only knew that I was part Korean. It wasn’t until I took a ’23 and Me’ test that I learned I was also Japanese,” Wilson said. “I really have loved exploring my heritage through art and incorporating it into my own style.”
Photos contributed Santa Ynez Valley native Priscilla Wilson recently was commissioned to design a pin for the character Sarah from the 1986 movie "Labyrinth."
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CenCal Health earns highest marks for timeliness of prenatal, postpartum care Santa Barbara, SLO counties finish 1-2 among state's Medi-Cal plans Staff Report
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enCal Health, the publicly sponsored health plan for Medi-Cal in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, has received top marks among the state’s 56 Medi-Cal plans for timeliness of prenatal care, and timeliness of postpartum care, according to the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) 2020 results. Santa Barbara County earned the No. 1 spot, while San Luis Obispo County came in second place statewide. Additionally, both counties rated in the top 5% nationally among all Medicaid plans in these same two categories. Ensuring timely medical visits for women during and after pregnancy means better management of health conditions that may complicate their gestational and postpartum periods. It also reduces the risk of poor health outcomes for babies. In 2019, within the health plan’s network, there were 1,623 deliveries in Santa Barbara County and 613 deliveries in
San Luis Obispo County. CenCal Health utilizes HEDIS (one of the most widely accepted performance measurement tools among managed care plans) to objectively evaluate the quality of care delivered to its members. CenCal Health then identifies whether barriers exist that may have prevented the delivery of appropriate or timely care. If barriers are identified, interventions are implemented to ensure that health plan members have future access to high-quality care. “Timely and complete obstetrical care is one of the most important commitments a woman can make to have a healthy pregnancy, and give her baby a healthy start to life,” said Carlos Hernandez, CenCal Health Quality Measurement director. “For those reasons, CenCal Health is tre-
mendously proud of the top statewide prenatal and postpartum care ratings achieved by its providers, and their achievements affirm our health plan’s longstanding pursuit of performance excellence,” he said. The health plan’s Santa Barbara County region also garnered high HEDIS scores — rating in the top 5% of Medicaid plans nationally — for diabetes management for hemoglobin A1C levels, and immunizations for adolescents (meningococcal, Tdap, and HPV series). Additionally, both counties’ ratings exceed the national 90th percentile in two Quality of Care categories: Childhood immunizations (including DTap, polio, pneumococcal and influenza) and weight assessment (body mass index percentile) for children and adolescents.
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United Way rental assistance program helps out struggling residents An additional $1.9 million to be available for 2021, providing up to 3 months of relief By Brooke Holland Noozhawk Staff Writer
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anta Maria native Marie Sherwood was set to move to Arizona on April 1, but the COVID-19 pandemic changed her plans. “COVID hit, and I kind of got trapped here,” said Sherwood, who has been living at her Orcutt residence for more than a year. At the end of September, Sherwood called her landlord to make arrangements to possibly pay the rent late during the public health crisis. She thought, “If I could just put it (rent) off for a week, I could still make it.” Sherwood’s landlord suggested visiting Santa Barbara County’s website with information about rental assistance for residents who have experienced a loss of income because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the funds were gone. On the site, she noticed a link to the United Way of Santa Barbara County. “I clicked on it just on a fluke,” Sherwood said. “I fell into it, and it was fortunate because it was getting a little scary.” Sherwood said she is self-employed, and she didn’t qualify for unemployment compensation or food assistance programs. Less than half of her income has dropped during the months-long pandemic, she said. The COVID-19-related hardships were catching up, and the monthly rent payments kept coming during the
Photo by Brooke Holland, Noozhawk The United Way of Santa Barbara County, with an office at 320 E. Gutierrez St. in Santa Barbara, has helped distribute COVID-19 rental assistance grants to eligible individuals and families living in unincorporated areas.
fast-changing global health crisis. Her work dropped substantially, and the following month she applied for a rental assistance program. Sherwood’s work is based on the local court system remaining open. “COVID had finally caught up with me, and I was having trouble with finding the money,” she said. Timing might have been the pathway to rental financial support.
Sherwood said she is grateful to learn about the rental assistance program. “I was over the moon that it happened,” Sherwood said, noting the high cost of living in California. “It was a godsend.” In partnership with Santa Barbara County, the United Way provided rental assistance grants to eligible individuals and families living in unincorporated areas. If approved, families received up
to $1,000 in rental assistance per month for up to three months. Payments went directly to the landlord to ensure the money was used for rent payments. To date, nearly 500 qualified households have been funded, with more than $1.5 million distributed. “The goal of the program is to maintain people housed,” said Steve Ortiz, UNITED WAY CONTINUED TO PAGE 16
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Photo contributed Dr. Thomas Watson, of Cardiovascular Services at Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, was chosen as one of the 2020 Physicians of the Year.
Cottage Health honors 2020 Physicians of the Year Staff Report
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ottage Health announced its 2020 Physicians of the Year Awards, which recognize and reward physicians on the medical staff for exemplary performance. Every year, Cottage Health staff members submit nominations to the Physicians Reward and Recognition Team. Award honorees are selected based upon the most nominations in four criteria: dedication to the profession and patients, respect and courtesy, collaborative practices, and efficient use of resources. “Our award winners have distinguished themselves by earning the highest nominations from Cottage staff for their outstanding work during this extremely challenging year for health care,” said Dr. Ed Wroblewski, vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer at Cottage Health. “We congratulate and thank them for caring for our patients and
the community.” Recipients of the Cottage Health Physicians of the Year Awards for 2020: n Dr. Lori Brown: Pediatrics, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, appointed 1998 n Dr. David Fisk: Internal medicine/ infectious diseases, Santa Barbara Cottage
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Ostertags celebrate 65 years of marriage Staff Report
Hospital, appointed 2006 n Dr. Lynn Fitzgibbons: Internal medicine/ infectious diseases, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, appointed 2014 n Dr. Daniel Litten: Internal medicine/ hospitalist, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, appointed 2005 n Dr. Thomas Watson: Cardiovascular services, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, appointed 2014
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vow to God kept as Chef Erwin and Marie Ostertag celebrated 65 years of marriage in January. Immigrants from Europe, they met at the William Tell Club in San Francisco in 1955. They married three months later. In 1963, they moved their family to the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley and never left. Their family has grown from three daughters to include three sons-in-law, 10 grandchil-
dren and 24 great grandchildren, all of whom remain inspired by and grateful for their example of true love and faithful commitment. They worked side-by-side opening the Solvang Sausage Shop, the Continental Inn and then the Valley Steakhouse. After retiring, they loved traveling in their motorhome, caravanning with the Petersens, Moniots and Williamsons, but most of all, they loved taking their grandchildren camping at Pismo Beach. Congratulations to the Ostertags on their milestone anniversary!
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SB Zoo announces next chapter in Monty the Penguin’s rise to stardom
New book, ‘Monty's Marvelous Adventures,’ follows curious bird's travels through zoo Staff Report
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onty, one of the Santa Barbara Zoo’s penguins, has had quite the year. Beginning on March 17, 2020, the zoo closed to the public due to the global pandemic. Three days later, little Monty started to make a big difference. A hand-raised Humboldt penguin, this curious bird loves to explore with his keeper Ellie Cullip, and although the zoo was empty of guests, it was filled with the adventures of Monty. He left his familiar penguin habitat to discover the rest of the zoo, meeting Bangori the Western lowland gorilla, Michael the Masai giraffe, HoneyBun the rabbit, the leopard tortoises and more, always making sure to find a favorite leaf along the way. Monty’s adventures were shared virtually through the zoo’s social media channels, and with each new video, Monty brought more and more joy. People of all ages and from all around the world proclaimed their love for the little bird that brought smiles to their day. These adventures have been captured in a new book, “Monty’s Marvelous Adventures,” written by Dori Edwards, the zoo’s marketing coordinator and a lifelong animal lover. She was fascinated by watching Monty explore the world outside his comfort zone, meeting so many different animals he’d never laid eyes on before. And while people were quarantined in their homes and disconnected from one another, she watched how Monty connected everyone through their shared love of his love for the world around him, and was inspired to tell the story through Monty’s eyes. “I feel so lucky and grateful to watch the
Photo contributed Monty the Penguin's pandemic quarantine adventures are captured in a new book about differences and acceptance.
positive impact Monty made on so many,” Edwards said. “He offers daily reminders of the beauty in sharing this planet, and I wanted his story to be told. I wanted people to be able to have something from 2020 that reminded them there’s always a hope to hold on to, even when it feels like there’s not. “Monty and Ellie taught us about acceptance, curiosity, open hearts, and intentionally and consciously loving beyond and because of differences. They taught us about the importance of connection with everything and everyone. I
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had this incredible opportunity to watch Monty better people’s lives, to read the thousands of comments about him bringing smiles, and I also had the experience of my life being changed. Being around his energy of open curiosity reminded me to show up to the world the same way. To look at life with new eyes, to have fun, to love, to learn, to find the biggest joy in the smallest leaf.” Monty’s keeper Cullip also plays an important role in this story. She began working at the Santa Barbara Zoo approximately five years
ago, and raising Monty was one of the first animal care relationships she cultivated. While the zoo was temporarily closed in the spring, Cullip and the other keepers continued their important work, ensuring the health and welfare of the animals who reside at the zoo. The zoo’s keepers are always looking for enrichment activities that help increase an animal’s physical and mental activity levels, as well as remind them of natural behaviors, leading to a happier and healthier animal. With no guests around, Cullip took veness and curiosity throughout all our adventures. It’s been a really rewarding experience for me as well, seeing him continue to thrive and bring so much joy to so many people, myself included.” When discussions about the book began, Montecito Bank & Trust, which sponsors Monty, loved the idea and generously offered to sponsor the publication of “Monty’s Marvelous Adventures.” Thanks to their sponsorship, all proceeds from the book will directly support Monty and all of the animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo. From the comfort of his rocky island to the jungles, savannas and deserts of the Santa Barbara Zoo, Monty met some of the tallest, strongest and slowest animals. As he learned that being different is beautiful, he taught an important lesson about what it means to accept oneself and others. “Monty’s Marvelous Adventures” is on sale through the zoo’s online retail shop at https:// www.sbzoovenirs.org/products/montys-marvelous-adventures, and the first 100 copies sold will receive a limited edition book personally “signed” by Monty himself, with his painted flippers.
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C.A.R.E.4Paws’ receives Congressional Recognition Staff Report
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Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition to Santa Barbara County nonprofit C.A.R.E.4Paws was given outside the organization’s mobile veterinary clinic at the Santa Barbara Fraternal Order of Eagles on Jan. 15. The award acknowledges the critical services that C.A.R.E.4Paws has provided to the community since its founding in 2009 and the organization’s unparalleled efforts to support pet owners during COVID-19. “Our goal is to reduce pet overpopulation and ensure that pets don’t suffer or end up in shelters due to lack of resources in the family,” says C.A.R.E.4Paws’ Executive Director and cofounder Isabelle Gullo. “It’s a tremendous honor for our team to receive this congressional award and recognition for our services, especially through the pandemic, when the community has needed us more than ever.” On Friday, Rep. Salud Carbajal handed the certificate to Gullo as well as C.A.R.E.4Paws’ cofounder and Mobile Clinic Manager Carlos Abitia, Board President Chris Harris and Treasurer Kathryn Courain. He thanked the organization for the “work you do, day in and day out, for our four-legged friends and pet owners and, in particular, those who have less means and need the extra support to be able to care for their pets.” “We all know that pets provide increased quality of life for anyone who is lucky enough to have a pet,” Carbajal added. “What you do for our community is extraordinary. You do it graciously. You do it very generously and
Photo contributed A Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition was given to local nonprofit C.A.R.E.4Paws co-founders Isabelle Gullo and Carlos Abitia.
selflessly.” As more Santa Barbara County pet owners than ever struggle to provide for their animals during COVID-19, C.A.R.E.4Paws stepped up its efforts significantly in March 2020 and has provided a record-number of services to those in need since. This includes 2,000 free spay and neuter surgeries performed in the mobile clinic last year, compared to 1,300 surgeries in 2019. It also includes the assistance with low-cost and free veterinary care for 1,800 dogs and cats, an increase from 1,170 in 2019. Last year, C.A.R.E.4Paws hosted 190 surgery days and low-cost vaccine clinics, up from 140 clinics the previous year.
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Yulun Wang joins Cottage Health Board of Directors
UCSB graduate is a pioneer in medical innovations Staff Report
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ulun Wang, a pioneer in telehealth, surgical robotics, and medical innovations, has joined the volunteer Board of Directors for Cottage Health, a not-for-profit leader in providing advanced medical care to the Central Coast region. A graduate of UC Santa Barbara, where he earned his Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering, Wang is the head of research and development at Teladoc Health. Wang founded the telehealth company InTouch Health in 2003. In July 2020, Teladoc Health acquired InTouch Health, where Wang is a fellow and executive sponsor for the company’s artificial intelligence initiatives. Prior to InTouch Health, Wang founded Computer Motion, a surgical robotics company. He was the principal architect and inventor of the voice-controlled robotic arm called AESOP, as well as the ZEUS robotic surgical system. Wang is an author on more than 50 technical publications and an inventor on more than 200 patents.
He was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2011 and served on its peer committee from 2012 through 2015. He was appointed a council member on the California Council on Photo contributed Science and Yulun Wang Technology from 2017-20. Wang’s board of director experience includes Hoag Memorial Hospital in Newport Beach (2008-15) as well as the American Telemedicine Association (2010-16). He currently serves on the board of directors of WellAir (previously Novaerus), a venture funded company that uses high plasma energy to clean air. Wang is also chairman of the nonprofit World Telehealth Initiative which brings sustained health care to impoverished areas. Members of the Cottage Health Board of Directors serve without compensation to guide the not-for-profit Cottage hospitals.
o UNITED WAY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 president and CEO of the United Way of Santa Barbara County. Eligible applicants must meet specific requirements and have experienced a loss of income because of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as can demonstrate the need for rental support, according to United Way. Eligible residents must have income at or less than $66,750 for people living in unincorporated areas of the county and the cities of Buellton, Solvang, Carpinteria and Guadalupe. Santa Barbara residents qualify based on income level. The need for rental assistance in the county is widespread. “As you look at the needs overall, it has become clear that it’s a ripple effect,” Ortiz said. “People lose their job or their income, then other needs arise.” The rental assistance grants through the United Way will expand beginning this year, and the online application will open this month. There is $1.9 million in funding available for 2021. The program will provide rental assistance for up to three months and a maximum of $5,000 per family. “What we found is that families could use a lot more,” said Dinah Lockhart, deputy director for the county’s Housing and Community Development Division. The funds were made possible by Santa Barbara County and the Santa Barbara City Council through federal grants received from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, as well as Community Development Block Grant money. To date, at least $4.8 million was received in CARES Act and CDBG funds to provide rental assistance grants and other services for residents in the county. Santa Barbara, Lompoc, Santa Maria and Goleta had funding allocated through the CARES Act for the CDBG program, and most of the cities used the money for emergency rental assistance. The county received an allocation of CARES Act money — a total of about $46 million in funding, according to United Way. “These grants are geared towards some of our most vulnerable community members, but you find pockets of most vulnerable community members across our county,” Ortiz said. As part of the federal CARES Act, the U.S. Housing and Urban Development allocated additional CDBG funds for states and local governments “to prevent, prepare for and respond to the spread of COVID-19.” The county was awarded more than $740,000 in September and a new allocation of $1.1 million, according to Lockhart. “Our first allocation of funding went quickly,” Lockhart said. On Dec. 15, the Santa Barbara Coun-
ty Board of Supervisors approved that allocation of up to $1.1 million, which was awarded to the United Way to administer the rental assistance program to help families and individuals on behalf of the county. United Way’s website has the 80% area median income limits applicable to the emergency rent assistance program launching in January. “This will help families,” Lockhart said. “The idea is to help families be able to make their rent to avoid eviction.” There aren’t a lot of options for rent assistance money for the general public, Lockhart explained. “For the traditional Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, the waiting list is pretty much closed to the general public,” Lockhart said. “For families who don’t have any rental assistance, all they have available might be unemployment insurance, and after that runs out there’s no other option.” The governor signed statewide COVID-19 tenant and landlord protection legislation, including preventing eviction if renters pay at least 25% of their rent and provide a declaration of COVID-19-related hardship. The law is set to expire Jan. 31. In addition, the federal government has extended the eviction moratorium until the end of January. Families who were protected for not paying rent are potentially at risk of eviction in February unless California lawmakers step in to help with legislation. “It is a very serious situation,” Lockhart said. “We are hoping the state will extend the eviction moratorium maybe through the end of 2021.” There’s also a need for additional landlord protection, Lockhart added. Some property owners face potential foreclosure because of the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. For Sherwood, receiving the threemonth rental assistance funding felt like winning the lottery. “I was flabbergasted,” she said. “I was able to keep my head above water.” For more assistance to local health and human services, the county’s 2-1-1 information line is available by calling 211 from the 805 area code. The Northern Santa Barbara County United Way’s Home For Good program is helping connect families and individuals experiencing homelessness to resources. The information line is available by calling 805-450-3558. Click here for more information. Click here for more information about the United Way of Santa Barbara County. The organization’s phone number is 805-965-8591. Noozhawk staff writer Brooke Holland can be reached at bholland@noozhawk.com. cheer.
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Silicon Valley Bank predicts wine industry will recover post-COVID-19 The 20th annual report details sales as well as the forecast for California and the Central Coast By Laurie Jervis
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he wine industry in Santa Barbara County and beyond is expected to rebound once the COVID-19 pandemic’s restrictions on tasting are lifted and consumers can once again mingle in groups, according to a new report. Silicon Valley Bank on Wednesday released its annual “State of the Wine Industry Report,” which assesses the California and national wine industry and offers a forecast for the new year based on economic and behavioral trends. Rob McMillan, executive vice president and founder of SVB’s Wine Division and author of the report, paired its release with a videocast Wednesday morning. McMillan moderated a panel that included Amy Hoopes, president of Wente Family Estates; Devin Joshua, managing director
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COVID-19-induced restrictions. He likened early pandemic toilet paper sales with those of wine — consumers didn’t necessarily need more toilet paper; they simply wanted to be sure of an ample supply. “The year 2021 will be a year of two phases for the wine industry: the continuation of a COVID-restricted mode during the first part of the year, followed by a gradual reopening of businesses and a resurgence in hospitality, travel and entertainment made possible by the success of widespread vaccinations,” McMillan said. Currently, we are limited by the lack of vaccines, which he calls “the gate” consumers must jump before life returns to any sense of “normal.” The panelists agreed that the pandemic hit hardest on direct-to-consumer (DTC) and tasting room sales. Wineries that enabled or boosted online sales were able to retain wine club members and remain relatively stable. In 2020, “we saw an acceleration in e-commerce, which displayed 10 years WINE CONTINUED TO PAGE 23
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Method Preheat the oven to 350°F. Melt the butter and sugar together in a small saucepan. Do not boil. It’s alright for the sugar to be not entirely dissolved. While this mixture cools slightly, butter a 9-by-13-inch pan. Line with parchment paper for an extra easy cleanup. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the four large eggs, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, vanilla and coffee powder (if using). Incorporate your melted butter and sugar mixture and lastly add the flour and chocolate chips. Mix until just combined. Pour into your baking tin and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and cracked. If you are using a smaller tin, like an 8 by 8, you will need to bake for at least 45-50 minutes.
Ingredients n 4 eggs n 1 c butter n 2 c granulated sugar n 1/4 c brown sugar n 1 1/4 c cocoa n 3/4 tsp salt
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She’s no stranger to the stage as she has performed in the valley for His career includes images of naturalHer disasprocess is definitely working, because Story by Raiza Giorgi various functions-singing the national anthem at Fourth of July and porters, Super Bowls and Hollywood’s the biggest 22-year-old from Solvang won her first Photos by George Rose traying Poppins in last year’s production with the Arts Outreach celebrities. World Cup gold medal in Acapulco onMary March Summer Theater. Rose started his professional journey 19. more This popular eorge Rose loves to post pictures of the than 40 years ago when he was in college, “I keep my pre-shooting routine going and event along with Teen Dance Star are now in their seventh to season of crowning hardworking students, and creator and executive Santa Ynez Valley landscape, especially studying art history. He fell into photography I’ve met with sports psychologists help me Photo contributed producer Lambert, a former valley resident, talks about his efforts. along Armour Ranch Road where new while he was a copy messenger for the withProgmy mental focus and staying calm.Joe It can Solvang native Ashley Carroll father, Charlie “I am to really and humbled bycredits their her hard work andCarroll, what’swith instilling in her the love of shooting clays and a blacktop paving contrasts starkly with the epic ress Bulletin, a small newspaper in Pomona. be hard when you have people talking you impressed sense of responsibility and safety around firearms. really amazing landscape of meadows and mountains beyond it. “I used to hang out with the sportsbetween editors,matches, and I really try to pick a is they set their goals to get into the show, or into the top 10 and they keep pursuing their dreams,” Lambert However, his stunning landscapes are just and they helped me with my interestsong in phoand focus on it,” Carroll said. or participating in league events.said. My friends Union High School Carroll has been attending Star drew all around Santa “retirement photos” for Rose, who made an tography. I would make the plates on plastic, Carroll has been trap shooting This sinceyear’s she Teenwould wantcontestants me to go tofrom a party with them andBarbara the University of Colorado and working on at the Arlington Theatre. The finalists award-winning career in photojournalism that which would get transferred onto thewas printing in second grade. It was anCounty activityperforming that I their knewhearts if I didout I wouldn’t get enough rest or her general education. She believes this will weredid Jillian GarnettgetofinSan Marcos School (12th Grade), Elizabeth spanned from the days of spending hours with equipment, and back then it was theshe cusp of her father, Charlie Carroll, and togethtrouble andHigh not be allowed to shoot,” be a big year for her shooting. She moved to of SolvangCarroll Schoolsaid. (7th Grade), James McKernan of BishopColorado Springs to be close to the Olympic film in the darkroom to the more immediate the turning point of technology,” Rose said.is now the coach for thePadfield er. He Santa Ynez High School (12th Trujillo of Dos Pueblos High gratification of making and manipulating digital In the late 1970s and early 1980s Valley Rose Sportsman Association’sDiego Scholastic Trap Grade), shootingNicole has also allowed her to Training Center, which is also the headquarPhoto Daniel Dreifuss (11th Grade), Daniel Geiger of Pioneer Valley High School images. spent six years as a staff photographer forTarget the byProgram, Clay in whichSchool hundreds participate in a sport and travel all around the (11th ters for USA Shooting. She placed second Seventh-grader Padfield of Solvangtwice wowedfor theacrowd with her rendition of “Summertime” by Georgeprimarily Gershwin. 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The streets were Rhode, who has been an inspiration to women GEORGE ROSE CONTINUEDliving ON PAGE 20 and I would practice for hours in the heyday of print journalism,” Rose said. room impeccable and the people were beyond hos- in shooting. After talking to her it became until I was ready,” Carroll said. pitable,” she said. really clear to me that I can achieve this as She she believes that more kids should take Carroll also won bronze in the HH Sheikha well,” Carroll said. lessons and learn their way around a gun. Fatia Bint Mubarak Women’s International Rhode became the first athlete to win an “Guns actually kept me out of trouble, beShooting Championship in the United Arab individual medal during six consecutive sumcause every Friday night and most weekends Emirates on April 13. SHOOTING CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 my dad and I were at the trap range practicing Since graduating from Santa Ynez Valley
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Local restaurants, tasting rooms excited to bring back outdoor service By Raiza Giorgi
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ocal eateries and tasting rooms are excited that the Stay-At-Home Order issued seven weeks ago was finally lifted and they will once again be able to offer outdoor service. “We are excited to welcome you back! Plenty of outdoor seating, so layer up, pack a picnic or grab local lunch and stay awhile,” said Koehler Winery on their social media. Pattibakes in Buellton and The Baker’s Table in Santa Ynez shared pictures of their patio and said they are glad to welcome back people to dine outside. This came right in the middle of SYV Restaurant Weeks, hosted by Visit the Santa Ynez Valley (Visit SYV). While the special menu’s have been altered to a ‘togo’ version, they are hopeful this boosted the hospitality industry. “We are very happy that the (Stay at Home) order has been lifted for our hospitality industry. Restaurants and wineries specifically for our second week of Restaurant Weeks. We will be updating www.dinesyv.com as we hear from participating businesses that will be offering outside dining/tasting this week. As well as sharing on our social platforms.
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We urge everyone to continue with safety protocols and reiterate the need to wear a mask and social distance,” said Shelby Sim, president and CEO of Visit SYV. Restaurants and tasting rooms were closed in early December as Gov. Gavin Newson issued another statewide in an effort to curb the state’s surge in COVID-19 cases. California was split into several regions (Santa Barbara County being under the Southern California region) and went under the stay-at-home order when a region had its percentage of hospital ICU capacity drop below 15 percent. Restaurants have carried the load of the lockdowns, as they were told to close their indoor and outdoor dining operations and only provide ‘to-go’ options. Santa Barbara County along with San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties were urging Newsom to create a Central Coast Region consisting of the tri-counties, separate from the regional map, however no response was ever given. The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department issued a local health officer order Jan. 25, outlining the county-specific restrictions and the allowances for businesses. The order went into effect at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26. Over the next few weeks, more local business owners are preparing to reopen outdoor dining and tastings this week. Contact your favorite place to visit to get updated information. Restaurants, gyms and fitness centers, movie theaters, museums, and zoos and aquariums, and personal care services can reopen outdoor with modifications in the purple tier.
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SB Youth Symphony opens Concerto Competition Virtual event now available to students playing non-traditional instruments Staff Report
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he Santa Barbara Symphony’s annual Santa Barbara Youth Symphony Concerto Competition — a longstanding tradition of providing Santa Barbara County’s finest young musicians the opportunity to be featured as a soloist with the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony — is now open. For the first time, this event will be virtual, and this year’s competition, normally only open to members of the symphony’s programs, is now open to any student up to age 18 living in Santa Barbara County who studies an instrument other than a traditional orchestral instrument. “During these uncertain times, our music programs are more vital than ever, given their ability to support the social and emotional well-being of students, and their ability to foster community,” said Kristine Pacheco-Bernt, director of education for the Santa Barbara Symphony.“While this year’s Concerto Competition will look a little different, we’re so excited to be able
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to continue this prestigious opportunity for our students and showcase their talent.” The Concerto Competition is open to students currently enrolled in the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony’s 2020-21 season, and any student up to age 18 living in Santa Barbara county who studies an instrument outside of the typical orchestral realm. For example, students who study piano, classical guitar, or Baroque instruments
are invited to compete. To participate, students are asked to submit a pre-recorded audition video. Nir Kabaretti, symphony music and artistic director, will chair the jury alongside Yvette Devereaux, conductor of the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony, and musicians from the symphony. Winners will be invited to perform their piece with the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony
in an upcoming concert. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, the concert details have yet to be finalized. “While we serve the entire community with different programs, we take special pride in following and advancing our young musicians who show extraordinary talent,” said Kabaretti. “Auditions and competition are an essential skill for performing musicians on all levels, and we’re happy these students get this opportunity, especially during the early stages of their musical path. “I am personally very excited to hear from the Youth Symphony students, who normally I only get to hear as part of the ensembles.” Interested students must complete an online application available on the symphony’s website. Deadline to submit applications is Feb. 7; deadline for submitting performance videos (with digitized score) is 11:59 p.m. March 14. Late applications will not be considered. An application fee of $40 applies for students not in the Youth Symphony. Write a check to The Santa Barbara Symphony and mail to 1330 State St., Ste. 102, Santa Barbara CA 93101, attention: SBYS Concerto Competition. For more, visit thesymphony.org.
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‘Let Them Play’ hopes to convince state leaders to allow high school sports to resume SYHS athletes, coaches and parents voice frustrations of no sports season By Raiza Giorgi
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he statewide movement “Let Them Play” saw local action from athletes in Santa Barbara County, specifically Santa Ynez Valley athletes that are so frustrated with their athletic seasons not happening. “Our mantra is to teach the kids to only worry about what they can control, because giving negative energy just makes everyone’s life worse,” said Josh McClurg, head football coach at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School. The rally held on Jan. 15 at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse saw players from not only Santa Ynez High, but Lompoc High, Santa Barbara High, Bishop Diego High and others. The “Let Them Play” movement was conceived to convince Gov. Gavin Newsom to allow high school student athletes to return to competition and the importance of youth sports. “When school was shut down last March our senior athletes were for the most part almost through all the seasons, and they have their junior games to show their growth year over year. That’s what scouts and recruiters look at,” McClurg explained. So last year’s juniors who are seniors this year only have their junior records and some kids who literally grew and gained muscle mass haven’t been able to showcase their skills, McClurg added. “I have one kid who was 5’10” and 165 pounds last year is now 6’2 and 205 pounds this year and he has exploded in his talent, but we haven’t been able to get him on the field to compare last year from this year, which is critical to getting recruited for Division I-A,” McClurg said. The California Department of Public Health announced in December it would not decide on youth sports until Jan. 25. According to the National Federation of High Schools, 34 states completed a football season, while 30 states have begun playing basketball. California is one of seven states that have not had any sanctioned high school sports since March. “I am worried for our current junior players as well because without this year to measure their progress into next year, which who knows if that will happen, how will they get the attention they earned over playing their entire lives of whatev-
Photo contributed Parents and coaches join student athletes at the "Let Them Play" rally on Jan. 15 at Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
The "Let Them Play" movement was conceived to convince Gov. Gavin Newsom to allow high school student athletes to return to competition and the importance of youth sports.
er sport they love,” McClurg said. The California Interscholastic Federation, which oversees all sports, said it is relying on state guidelines to make any decisions to resume high school sports. The Stay At Home Order would need to be lifted and then officials will evaluate which low-risk sports can play based on the previous colored tier system. Football in particular would need to be in the “orange” tier. “I am in the unique position because I am also a dad to two twin boys who have grown up thinking of nothing but football,” McClurg said.
“I never pushed them into this, but I encourage them the whole way.” SYHS varsity football players Christian Shaw and Luke Gildred expressed how much football has been a big part of their lives. “For some of us, this is everything,” Shaw, a senior, said of playing high school football. “This is something we’ve worked for since we were 6 years old. For me, it means a bond to my brother, something I’ll never have with anyone else. The things that football is able to give, they’re not going to realize that, the people that
are making the decisions. “By doing things like this (rally), we’ve got to keep showing them how much we care.” Gildred, a sophomore quarterback, said playing football is more than compiling statistics. “Football is more about what you learn and life lessons,” he said. “I feel like if our whole season is taken away, we’ll always know with football that we’ll have our brotherhood. And that’s something we can always rely on.” The teams are hoping for answers soon on whether or not they’ll be able to play this season. “If we can get at least one game played this year that will help our athletes not only focus on staying conditioned and healthy to get to that point, but their athletic careers going into college,” McClurg said. Beyond the college admissions or scholarships opportunities senior and junior athletes may lose out on, all student athletes’ mental health is in question. The University of Wisconsin released a study on the effects of school sports closures on student athletes and found in the short-term mental health impacts decisions on using drugs/alcohol, staying in school and even graduating from high school. In long term those decisions can become chronic and can determine whether they go on to college and having meaningful lifelong relationships. “Medical providers, parents, and policy-makers must recognize the mental health strain the current pandemic is placing on adolescent athletes,” the study reports. “Schools play an important role in providing access to mental health services for disadvantaged students.” The study also said limiting exercise and organized sports opportunities during the 2020/21 academic year can be expected to exacerbate these harmful health conditions and outcomes. To read more on this study visit https:// cdn1.sportngin.com/attachments/document/33fe-2195426/McGuine_study.pdf. Another study done by the University of Wisconsin suggests that high school athletes aren’t at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. One of the finding was out of 30,000 athletes, 271 COVID-19 cases were reported. Those attributed to sports contact were 0.5%. The greatest percentage came from household contact (55%) and community contact (40.7%). About 30% couldn’t determine how they were transmitted the disease. The American Academy of Pediatrics also said that re-engaging in sports activity has LET THEM PLAY CONTINUED TO PAGE 22
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he Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries are currently accepting applications for teens and adults who want to get involved in their community by volunteering virtually at the library. Teens can earn community service hours or volunteer just for fun by completing online book reviews or contributing to the Teen Graphic Novel Club. Book reviews are posted on the Book Reviews by Teens page of the library website (www.goletavalleylibrary.org) so contributors can see their reviews in print and read other teens’ reviews. Members of the Teen Graphic Novel Club can volunteer by contributing to the club blog; acting as a discussion leader during meetings; creating marketing such as flyers and bookmarks; or writing book reviews on each month’s selections. For more, contact Teen Graphic Novel Club coordinator Alex Whelan at AWhelan@cityofgoleta.org. Visit the library’s Teen Volunteer Opportunities webpage for more details on all the teen volunteer programs and to complete the online
volunteer application for minors. The library is also welcoming applications for adult volunteers interested in providing online tutoring to help K-8 students succeed academically through the library’s virtual after-school program. Volunteers will tutor remotely from home and will receive training on using the library’s homework help resources, including BrainFuse HelpNow! and ProQuest Homework Central. Tutoring sessions will take place 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. For more, contact Brent Field, supervising librarian, at BField@cityofgoleta.org or 805-690-5137. “Volunteering is a great way to stay connected and get involved, which is more important than ever in our current times,” said Elizabeth Saucedo, Goleta Valley Library children’s librarian. “We’re very excited to provide these virtual opportunities to our community.” Volunteer applications are available at www. GoletaValleyLibrary.org. For information on programs and events at the Goleta and Santa Ynez Valley Libraries, visit the online calendar.
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physical and psychological health benefits for children and adolescents. “Participating in sports allows youth to improve their cardiovascular health, strength, body composition, and overall fitness,” according to the AAP report released in December of 2020. “Mentally, youth may experience benefits from the increased socialization with friends and coaches as well as from the return to a more structured routine. These psychological and physical benefits can help support their developmental growth. Exercise also has immune system benefits.” McClurg and the SYHS athletic department have their conditioning schedule continuing to at least offer their athletes a
way to stay in shape and to be ready when and if the seasons can start. “I really hope the governor and public health officials are listening,” McClurg said. “We will take it day by day and continue our goal of getting to play this year. We can’t get caught up in negative thoughts and we will work everyday to be strong once we can play.” For more information on “Let Them Play,” visit its Facebook page and subscribe to email updates at https://www.subscribepage.com/x4a0l0. Noozhawk’s Sports Editor Barry Punzal contributed to this story. He can be reached at bpunzal@noozhawk.com.
Sue Eisaguirre, founder of NatureTrack, is shown with the bags of nourishment for the body and mind.
This year has also been spent creating "NewTracks," a way for wheelchair-bound people to explore nature by attaching special tracks to become off-road capable.
supposed to start,” she said. “We had to quickly restructure to a virtual festival which actually worked out very well.” The hikes were immediately put on pause, and Eisaguirre’s employee Jenny Morrell sprang into action and grabbed her GoPro camera and started taping the hikes so students would still be able to see outdoors even while being stuck at home. “Our docents started putting packets together we started distributing to the classrooms so kids could explore their own yards and neighborhoods on their own and do fun activities that kept social distancing guidelines,” Eisaguirre said. NatureTrack has virtual field trips and online resources to supplement students’ studies, encouraging them to get outdoors in their backyards or other safe locations. These videos have been screened more than 1,000 times, Eisaguirre noted. The public can now access four virtual hikes on the NatureTrack website: Arroyo Burro Beach, Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden, Midland Trails and Nojoqui Falls. People can find 17 different videos at the various locations, with nearly 50 activities related to the virtual tour keeping students, families, and individuals busy for a while. Eisaguirre added that she teamed up with the YMCA in Lompoc and the Lompoc school districts as they learned that some of the kids weren’t getting meals and Eisaguirre thought it would be a great supplement to also include their nature cards to get kids outside. This amount of “screen time” and sedentary activity especially during the pandemic has led to increases in child obesity, inadequate physical activity, stress, sleep deprivation, and poor diet quality; in contrast, being outdoors in nature has proven to combat many of those ills, Eisaguirre said. NatureTrack gave each of the kids in the families who were getting the meals a journal, and a new card every week with an activity to introduce them to nature. “We call it Nutrition with a Side of Nature,” Eisaguirre said. “It was the Friday before the holidays, and we delivered 60 pints of milk to one family with six children to get them through the holiday vacation. At another home one little girl was so elated about our Nature Notes, she was jumping up and down with excitement.” She explained their volunteers now deliver food Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The film festival was also huge deal to not only cancel at the last minute, but restructure for virtual in just a few months time, Eisaguirre said. It was a critical success with more than 4,500 showings of 78 films with local and global
audiences. Financially, the festival income was hard hit but other ways to raise funds were sought. The Oak Group’s exhibition, “The Link Between Man and Nature,” identified NatureTrack as the beneficiary to receive a sizeable portion of the sale price. “To get the Oak Group’s recognition was a validation of the work we do with K through 12 students,” said Eisaguirre. “By introducing them to nature now, we’re creating future stewards to preserve landscapes and special wildlife for the generations who follow us.” The festival for 2021 will also be different, Eisaguirre explained. “A selection of the awarded and best films from the past three years with some new films to keep the material fresh and relevant will become ‘NatureTrack Film Festival on Tour,’” Eisaguirre said. The event is planned to go back to the threeday weekend format in 2022, but keep the virtual aspect to become an integral part of the festival from this point on, using the best of both worlds to create a new domain for NatureTrack. If your school, group or organization would like to find out how to get the NTFF On Tour, please call (805) 886-2047 or e-mail: sue@ naturetrack.org.
Looking to the future
As NatureTrack figures out navigating COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, Eisaguirre said it has made the program’s organizers open their eyes to many new possibilities and ways of reaching more people. This year has also been spent creating “NewTracks,” a way for wheelchair-bound people to explore nature by attaching special tracks to become off-road capable. “Our volunteer Steve Schultz has spearheaded this project to open the natural world more to wheelchair bound people and help them enjoy being outside even more,” Eisaguirre said. “I am so thrilled we have three units and have a grant in to buy three more.” Eisaguirre also said she would love to see NatureTrack expand into more areas as two of the program’s college age volunteers recently went into the Peace Corps and took NatureTrack materials with them, introducing kids to journaling and making art from nature. “One of our volunteers is in Malawi currently and took NatureTrack sticker books and the other took journals to Nicaragua,” Eisaguirre said. “I hope someday I see it in more international places.” For more information on NatureTrack and to stay updated on their upcoming virtual events or in-person when allowed visit www.naturetrack.org.
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ere are some photos from around the Santa Ynez Valley during the end of January! If you have a photo you would like to share please email it to news@ santaynezvalleystar.com! We would love to share your perspective! We are also going to do a SYV Kid Photo Contest! Get your kids outside and taking pictures! The theme will be “Literature” - the goal is not to make a scene from literature, but to capture the essence of that poem, story, or line in a photograph. One photo per kid and they must submit their photo in a
high-resolution JPEG format. Please also include a photo of the kid as well as their name, age and school in the valley they attend. The top three winners will get $50 gift card to a local restaurant as well as a pass to NatureTrack 2021 Virtual Film Festival. The Grand Prize will get a family all access pass for NatureTrack Film Festival in 2022 when they come back in person. They will also get a $100 cash prize. Deadline for entries is March 1, 2021. Winners will be announced in the March B issue of the Santa Ynez Valley Star which comes out March 16.
Photo by Charlotte Ophaug Bernie Sanders was sighted at 1525 Taps and Sports even though indoor service is not allowed! (Satirical photo not real)
Photo by Mike Eliason With storm clouds darkening the distant sky, a ray of sunshine brightens the hillside for a horse in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Photo by Midland School The cold rain also brought a light dusting of snow on Grass Mountain, seen from Midland School.
Photo by David J Diamant A drive from Happy Canyon to Figueroa Mountain and caught a rainbow peeking through the rain.
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H Photo contributed Grapes are sorted during the 2016 harvest at Kita Wines in Lompoc.
worth of growth during a three-month period,” Hoopes said. “The onus is on wineries to continue that trend.” The report predicts that wine retailers with “existing e-commerce strategies will have a strong 2021. Further, online sales could represent 20% of an average winery’s sales within five years.” Another panel consensus was the need for wineries to migrate customers’ data to strengthen businesses relationships, especially with wine club members. “Data has lots of return investment for wineries,” Mabray noted, adding that “retention is the new acquisition (of club members).” Sales to wine club members — regularly viewed by small and large wineries as their “bread and butter” — boosted sales during the pandemic. “We got through 2020 because of consumer loyalty,” said McLaughlin, who is based in the Northwest. Washington, and especially Oregon, suffered grape crop losses or damage because of wildland fires and smoke. “Washington saw its smallest crop in 10 years,” McLaughlin said. “I cannot imagine a worse year to be an Oregon or Washington grape grower.” In California, Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties,
growers suffered similar fates. That said, lower yields helped level out 2020, which opened with a glut of grapes, and viticulturists watched the excess melt away by year’s end. The SVB forecasts that California will have crushed 3.3 million tons last year — the smallest harvest since 2011. However, a large harvest in 2021 could return the state’s industry to a position of oversupply once again, McMillan said. Restaurants that survived the pandemic will require investment for new revenue-generating strategies. Wines sold through restaurants will not recover to pre-COVID-19 levels in 2021, nor for many years. Founded in 1994, SVB’s Wine Division offers financial services and strategic advice to premium vineyards and wineries. With one of the largest banking teams in the country dedicated to the wine industry, SVB’s Wine Division has offices in Napa, Sonoma and Portland, and primarily serves clients in the fine-wine producing regions along the West Coast of the United States. Go to https:// www.svb.com/industry-solutions/premium-wine-banking for more information. Laurie Jervis tweets at @lauriejervis and can be reached via winecountrywriter@ gmail.com.
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