Carpinteria Children’s Project is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinic on Friday, Nov. 5 from 3-7 p.m. at 5201 8th Street. The Pfizer vaccine will be available to participants who are 12 and over, and Johnson & Johnson will be available for participants who are 18 and over. All vaccines and boosters are free. Please make an appointment by calling (805) 566-1611.
Congratulations to Carpinteria Community Pool’s Standout Staff Member of the Month, Jordan Perez. Jordan has been working with the City since 2017 as a lifeguard and junior lifeguard instructor. He is described by his co-workers and patrons as someone who is hardworking, helpful and very positive. In his free time, Jordan spends his time gaming and making pottery. Jordan grew up in Carpinteria, he loves waterfalls and sunsets and traveling. Jordan wants to travel to Hungary because they have amazing food. Each month, the Community Pool recognizes a Standout Staff Member who leads by example, shows up to work in uniform and on time, encourages others, illustrates good decision making and customer service skills, helps others and makes safety a top priority.
The City of Carpinteria is developing a Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) to analyze local collision trends and develop countermeasures to address safety issues. As part of this process, we are seeking public input on areas of concern within the City. Residents are encouraged to visit our new project website at https://lrsp.mysocialpinpoint.com/carpinteria to participate in a public survey and provide input through an interactive map.
Last week’s decision by the CDC to expand eligibility of vaccine boosters has led to several changes. Get your questions answered in this excellent fact sheet created by the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department. View online at https://bit.ly/3jCY7ZR
The City of Carpinteria is looking to hire a new management assistant who will be expected to perform a variety of secretarial and administrative duties with emphasis on writing and processing grants, facilities management, accounting and database management. Compensation for the full-time position will range from $44,553 – $61,261. To apply or learn more, visit https://carpinteria.applicantpro.com/jobs/2036879.html
Be part of Carpinteria’s future by voting for the new library card for the July 2022 transition to a City-led library. Each of these designs was made by a local young artist in grade 6 – 12. To see the works in person, visit The Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Avenue, and vote any time by phone using the QR code, or by ballot during open hours (Friday-Sunday, noon to 4.) Or vote now at https://bit.ly/3bc5z9x. Voting ends Nov. 3, and the winner will be announced in the Coastal View News on Nov. 18.
Please see designs and read our semi-finalists’ artist statements below:
Blooming Book
I chose this design for the library card contest because I think it’s a great way to show how each book has its own bloom. I love every single book because they all have an amazing story, just by flipping some pages, or waiting for its “bloom.” I hope this card will show the Carpinterians who use this library card that each book blooms in its own way. Every book may not seem interesting at first because it hasn’t bloomed yet, but if you wait for that bloom you will realize how interesting and unique that book is.
Books of the Sea
I chose this art piece as my design to represent the beautiful beach and sunsets that we have in Carpinteria, as well as the books that the library provides for everyone. It means a lot to me. I have been going to the beach ever since I was a little girl, and since the first time my mom took me to the library here I loved coming, like many other kids. I hope that Carpinterians will see that the library is a nice place where kids can learn about stuff that they might have not known about, and that the beach is calming and you can read peacefully there.
Butterfly
I chose this artwork as the design for the library card because it’s really simple and colorful. This design to me just means how simple art can be and still turn out really nice. I’m hoping it reminds Carpinterians about the beautiful wildlife we have here in Carpinteria.
Carpinteria Dream
How lucky are we to live in Carpinteria? It’s a beautiful town with a happy and supportive community! My library card represents some of the most famous parts of Carpinteria, the local agriculture, view of the Channel Islands, and all the amazing places to read a book! I hope my library card reminds people of Carpinteria’s homegrown charm.
Pastels
I made my Carpinteria library card artwork with flowers because I’ve always loved flowers and I think that they make people happy. These represent the flowers that are outside of the library. The flowers around Carpinteria have always been one of the best features, and they give our town color.
Reading is Magic
I chose this design because books are very magical. I put the girl in a tent at the beach because I think that the beach represents Carpinteria, which has the Safest Beach. I made her reading a book because I feel that books represent the library.
Reading is Juicy-licious
I have dyslexia and reading is very challenging for me, and this artwork reminds all of us that Reading can be or is Juicy-Licious to all.
Relaxing Day at the Park
I chose to submit this artwork for the library card because I wished to convey the joy I feel when reading a book. When I open a new book, a new story is unraveling with every word I read. To me, this artwork is symbolizing a new beginning. I hope Carpinterians will see how relaxing and enjoyable reading is when they see this artwork.
Ride into a Good Book
I made this design because we live so close to the ocean. I love the ocean and like to surf. It’s also nice to read a good book at the beach. When I turn the pages of a book it looks like a wave.
Trust in Reading
I drew this picture because I love to read, and I hope others do too. Good books are like a great friendship, they stay with you. I hope others get the same joy from reading as I do.
The City of Carpinteria is seeking a part-time school crossing guard who will monitor traffic flow at local school crosswalks before and after school to ensure safe crossing of students. Work hours are designed to coordinate with school term and daily class schedules. The salary range is $14.09 – $17.13 per hour depending on experience. Learn more or apply at https://carpinteria.applicantpro.com/jobs/607453.html
Jason Dane, the City of Carpinteria’s new Engineering Technician, brings extensive experience into his new position. He holds a bachelor’s of science in environmental studies from U.C. Santa Barbara and a master’s of science in environmental engineering from California State University Fullerton. For the last six years, he has worked in environmental consulting, primarily on environmental remediation and assessment projects. Jason is certified as an Engineer in Training and am working toward a professional engineering license in civil engineering. The City is thrilled to have him join our Public Works team! Learn more about Jason at https://bit.ly/2XMX2aa.
In response to the storm expected to arrive late Sunday night, Oct. 24, the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Santa Barbara County Mountains and Santa Barbara County South Coast. There is also a High Surf Advisory in effect for Monday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
Recent burn areas are of particular concern for flooding and debris flows. Peak rainfall is expected on Monday morning in and around the Alisal burn area with rates of 0.30 to 0.60 inch per hour. There is the potential for rainfall rates of up to 1 inch per hour. Mud and debris flows could affect roads and structures in the affected area, including Refugio Road and Highway 101.
The Carpinteria City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 25 at 5:30 p.m. In accordance with State guidance, the City will provide both in-person and virtual attendance and participation options for the meeting.
Members of the public may attend the meeting at City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. In accordance with the Santa Barbara County Health Officer Order, masks are required for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals. Members of the public may also view the meeting live at www.carpinteria.ca.us, on Government Access Television Channel 21 or by logging into the Zoom webinar through the link in the agenda below.
The following topics are highlights of the agenda. Additional details and numerous ways for the public to provide comments can be found at https://bit.ly/30IEPLS. Comments posted on social media will not be provided to council members.
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