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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1974
Page
2
County reporter Dick Praul notes that annexation of Goleta Valley to Santa Barbara could dissolve five special districts. The forthcoming action would shift governance and funding, affecting local services and council oversight.
Embattled Carpinteria Councilman Kenneth Kilbourne seeks to void the July recall election before Superior Judge John T. Rickard. The case questions if the city properly noticed the election before the July 3 deadline while voters also debate filling his vacancy.
County planners questioned the 551 unit Cuesta Verde Residential Country Club project near More Mesa whether a General Plan resort overlay is required due to plans for an 18 hole golf course, clubhouses, and public access to facilities. Officials noted the unofficial view reflects a commercial tinge while developers argue a private club with public play is no different from other facilities.
Santa Barbara officials discuss moving city elections from April to March starting in 1975. County Election Bureau chief Bob Kirkpatrick says consolidation with school district elections would save money. Notification of consolidation is due by August to appear on the November ballot.
The American Cancer Society sponsors the third annual Bike for Life on August 11 in Lompoc with a grand prize 10 speed bike and a post event chicken barbecue at Ryan Park. Prizes awarded for funds raised by August 20. Pledge forms available at multiple local banks and ACS office. Also a Parents Without Partners family swim night Sunday 7 to 9 at the municipal pool East Ocean Ave. Beattie River Parks advisory committee adds Dan Hovarten. Lompoc Civic Theatre to stage Triple Play July 24 to 27 with tickets at local outlets.
Senior Citizens Day at the 1974 Santa Barbara County Fair is set for July 24 in Santa Maria. Marion Woods says all senior citizens enter free. performances of the Senior Citizens Stage Show run at noon and 6 p.m. in the big tent. Information at Fair Administration Building or by phone.
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