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Santa Ynez Valley Sees 1977 Build Boom And Drought Effects
The Santa Ynez Valley closes 1977 amid drought scars, rising building permits topping 16 million dollars, and continued tourism growth in Solvang. Farmers praise holiday rains, while lake Cachuma hits a record low and water districts plan new wells and loans to expand supply. Local committees tackle land use, road plans, and a contested southerly bypass as Buellton and Los Olivos add new developments and large homes reshape the valley.
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Santa Ynez Valley
Lake Cachuma
Bradbury Dam
Santa Ynez River
Buellton Community Services District
Farmers Home Administration
Alisal Glen Ranch Club
Mobile Estates
Solvang Business Association
Solvang
Charles Clarke
Mission Theater
Alisal Road
Buellton
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
Los Olivos
Chip Hanly
Leon Roeser
Clarke