Goleta Observer

Really?! The Goodland needs an ice rink?

2010-03-07T14:00:00.000-08:00

The Daily Sound reports that "Ice rink has dirt, now needs money"...

Although the Greater Santa Barbara Ice Skating Association hasn’t been aggressively fundraising, $2.2 million has already been pledged to build the rink. Officials estimate the total cost at about $8 million, although the economic downturn could produce more favorable bids.
Kathy Mintzer, the association’s president, said once $4 million has been raised, permits will be pulled. At $6 million, she said dirt will start moving at the site, which is valued at $1.3 million.

Really? Spend $8 million on an ice rink... in Goleta?! Why not make it a multi-use recreational center for the youth of this community? After all, Girsh Park is right next door, and they have nice fields for outdoor activities. After the ice rink gets built, how much money is it going to take annually to run this place? And for what? Just one use.

Your Thoughts: What's your thoughts on spending $8 million on an ice rink in Goleta? Good use of funds? Is it going to be under utilized once built? What's a better project to spend $8 million on in Goleta?

P.S. - If the Greater Santa Barbara Ice Skating Association is going to build an ice rink in Goleta, shouldn't they change their name to the Goleta Ice Skating Association?

Goleta Planners Examine Kenwood Village - Neighbors Raise Concerns About Traffic, Other Impacts

2009-06-25T13:54:00.001-07:00

Goleta Planners Examine Kenwood Village - Santa Barbara Independent

With a general plan amendment initiation currently wending its way through the works of Goleta’s planning staff, Peikert Group Architects presented conceptual information for Kenwood Village — a 60-unit residential development proposed for the ten-acre agricultural parcel on Calle Real Road near El Encanto Heights, adjacent to the future site of recently approved Citrus Village — before the Goleta Planning Commission on Monday.

Goleta Kicks Off Old Spanish Days

2009-06-25T13:49:00.001-07:00

Goleta Kicks Off Old Spanish Days - Santa Ynez Valley Journal

Locals from the valley through Montecito think of Fiesta as an August event, but Fiesta Ranchera at Goleta’s Stow House will bring together people from all over the South Coast June 25 in an early kick off to Old Spanish Days.

Glen Annie Golf Club says it will close - Pacific Coast Business Times

2009-06-22T12:55:00.001-07:00

Glen Annie Golf Club says it will close - Pacific Coast Business Times

“We have no other options, and sadly, we are forced to close our doors on July 6,” the club announced in a June 22 newspaper advertisement. “We’re not sure what will happen to Glen Annie, but we know the closure directly affects the 75 people who work here, as well as the dozens of events planned in coming weeks.”

Glen Annie singled out the council’s vote as the driver for its decision to close.

“In a way, the city was being asked to bail out the owner for some unfortunate business decisions made years ago,” Connell said. “Essentially, the owner of the golf course is targeting the City Council with the onus of the golf course shutting down, but I don’t think they’ve explored all the options they have. They’re talking about 195 homes. I think that would more than cover their debt.”

Pilings Foes Aim to Reconfigure Goleta Beach Preservation Plan | Noozhawk.com

2009-06-16T13:00:00.001-07:00

Pilings Foes Aim to Reconfigure Goleta Beach Preservation Plan | Noozhawk.com
Environmental Defense Center, Surfrider Foundation press Coastal Commission to consider compromise

With more than 1 million visitors each year, Goleta Beach Park is easily one of the South Coast’s favorite attractions. Its lawn, picnic tables and barbecue pits, accessible restrooms and a restaurant attract all sorts of beachgoers from miles around.

Tons for Kids to Do -- Page Youth Center a Goleta Valley Gem | Santa Barbara Independent

2009-06-16T13:00:00.000-07:00

Tons for Kids to Do -- Page Youth Center a Goleta Valley Gem | Santa Barbara Independent

Crunch, grind, grrrrrr-screech, $&*^!#>%!!!. WHAT WAS THAT? Did someone drop granny’s silverware in the blender? Is there gravel in my transmission? Nope, that was just the sound of my teeth grinding from overhearing one more person say, “There’s nothing for kids to do in Goleta.”

Citrus Village Appeal Upheld by Goleta | Santa Ynez Valley Journal

2009-06-11T21:13:00.001-07:00

APPEAL UPHELD BY GOLETA | Santa Ynez Valley Journal

Goleta's Lake Los Carneros Beckons | Santa Ynez Valley Journal

2009-06-11T20:00:00.000-07:00

GOLETA'S LAKE LOS CARNEROS BECKONS | Santa Ynez Valley Journal

Goleta Officials Project New Budget Will Break Even - Noozhawk.com

2009-06-10T22:02:00.001-07:00

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Officials Project New Budget Will Break Even

Police Arrest Goleta Man Accused Of Soliciting Sex Acts On Craigslist

2009-06-10T21:47:00.001-07:00

Police Arrest Goleta Man Accused Of Soliciting Sex Acts On Craigslist | KEYT.com

Independent - Goleta Bans Medical Pot

2009-06-04T08:30:00.001-07:00

The Santa Barbara Independent - Goleta Bans Medical Pot

KEYT - Cars set on fire blocks apart in Goleta, apartments damaged...

2009-06-04T08:30:00.000-07:00

KEYT - Cars set on fire blocks apart in Goleta, apartments damaged...

Daily Sound - Two motorcycle pursuits keep CHP busy

2009-06-04T08:20:00.003-07:00

Daily Sound - Two motorcycle pursuits keep CHP busy

Santa Barbara Edhat | Large shark carcasses have been found dumped into Goleta Slough

2009-06-04T08:20:00.002-07:00

Santa Barbara Edhat | Large shark carcasses have been found dumped into Goleta Slough

Santa Barbara Edhat | Save Water, Get a Rebate

2009-06-04T08:20:00.001-07:00

Santa Barbara Edhat | Save Water, Get a Rebate

Noozhawk.com - All Aboard for Rotary Day at the Railroad Museum

2009-06-04T08:00:00.003-07:00

Noozhawk.com - All Aboard for Rotary Day at the Railroad Museum

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Upholds Appeal of Citrus Village

2009-06-04T08:00:00.002-07:00

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Upholds Appeal of Citrus Village

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Backs Pilings Plan to Slow Beach Park Erosion

2009-06-04T08:00:00.001-07:00

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Backs Pilings Plan to Slow Beach Park Erosion

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Votes to Prohibit Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

2009-06-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Council Votes to Prohibit Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

Edhat - Missing Dos Pueblos Student Home Safe

2009-06-01T20:45:00.001-07:00

Edhat - Missing Dos Pueblos Student Home Safe

Daily Sound - Goleta projects a $1.1 million deficit

2009-05-30T21:29:00.001-07:00

Daily Sound - Goleta projects a $1.1 million deficit

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Library Closing Hour Earlier on Weekdays

2009-05-30T11:54:00.001-07:00

Noozhawk.com - Goleta Library Closing Hour Earlier on Weekdays - Briefs - local news and information for Santa Barbara County

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Noozhawk.com - Target Eyes Santa Barbara Land Owned By Airport

2009-05-30T11:53:00.001-07:00

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Mother Seeks Help Locating Dos Pueblos Student

2009-05-30T11:30:00.000-07:00

Cary Lynch, 17, was last seen at the high school Thursday afternoon

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Help Shape the Future for Eastern Goleta Valley

2009-05-30T11:24:00.000-07:00

Noozhawk / Residents are invited to participate in facilitating an update to the Goleta Community Plan

Santa Barbara County and the Goleta Valley Planning Advisory Committee are facilitating an update to the Goleta Community Plan to guide land use and development for the unincorporated Goleta Valley for the next 10 to 20 years.

The following are upcoming opportunities to get involved:

» Take the Goleta Valley Community Survey online. Click here or call 805.568.3380 to request a paper copy of the survey. The deadline is June 19.

» Attend the next GVPAC public meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the County Planning Commission Hearing Room, 105 E. Anapamu St.

» Attend the GVPAC community workshop at 9 a.m. July 11 at Vieja Valley School, 434 Nogal Drive in Santa Barbara.

For more information, click here or call the Office of Long Range Planning at 805.568.3380.