Category: News

The City of Carpinteria is excited to announce the appointment of Ryan Kintz as the new Assistant City Manager, effective April 29, 2024.

Ryan comes to the City of Carpinteria after serving as the Assistant to the City Manager for the City of Goleta for the past four years. Prior to that position, he had 7 years of experience with the City of Ventura in various roles including Environmental Specialist, Management Analyst, and Interim Code Enforcement Manager.

Ryan holds a Master’s Degree from UCSB’s Bren School of Environmental Science and Management, along with two Bachelor’s Degrees from UCSB in Environmental Studies and Physical Geography.

“Ryan’s prior municipal experience and unique skill set align strongly with the goals and priorities of our City Council. We’re excited to add Ryan’s fresh perspective and positive energy to our team,” said City Manager Michael Ramirez. “His selection reinforces our City’s commitment to excellence in governance and service delivery.”

Please join us in welcoming Ryan to Carpinteria!

It’s spring time! Join the fun in learning how worms break down organic material and turn it into black gold – compost! The Carpinteria Community Garden will host two composting events, one on April 13 (English only) and one April 20 (English and Spanish). Both presentations will take place from 11 a.m. to noon. The first 10 people to RSVP will receive a free compost bucket with worms! RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/carpcompost and if you have any questions, please contact sustainability@carpinteriaca.gov

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for all of Santa Barbara County from Friday, March 29 at 4 p.m. until Sunday night, March 31. A Winter Storm Watch is also in effect for the county’s interior mountains.

Stay away from rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Those living in areas prone to flooding, and in and below recent burn areas should stay aware of changing conditions and be prepared to take protective actions, such as going to the innermost room of your home or to higher ground such as a second floor.

Thunderstorms capable for producing heavy downpours are possible. There is a remote chance of small and brief tornados or waterspouts. Snowfall can occur at high elevations. Detailed weather forecasts are available at https://www.weather.gov/lox/

At its March 25 meeting, the Carpinteria City Council recognized the Carpinteria Community Awards Banquet’s long history of honoring local heroes. The event, which turns 65 this year, will take place on evening of Saturday, April 6 at Girls Inc. of Carpinteria. Local businesses, educators, volunteers and outstanding youth will be honored. The highlight? The Carpinterian of the Year award, bestowed upon a person who exemplifies the spirit of Carpinteria. This year’s event will be held by the newly-formed Carpinteria Community Association and catered by Rincon Beach Club Catering. Tickets must be purchased by March 29. Learn more or purchase tickets at https://www.carpinteriacommunityassociation.org/

Santa Barbara MTD is proposing changes to local bus service and is seeking public input for changes that would go into effect on Aug. 19, 2024. The changes include Line 15x (SBCC/UCSB Express) service extended to 9 p.m. and Line 27 (Isla Vista Shuttle) increased frequency.

MTD will host a set of public outreach meetings this April, and is inviting the public to take a brief survey at http://sbmtd.gov/servicechanges/ to give feedback on proposed service changes to local bus service.

In addition to proposed changes, MTD will be launching temporary summer service for a new Downtown-Waterfront Shuttle circulator in Santa Barbara. Members of the public can learn more about this service at the outreach meetings.

A Carpinteria community meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16 at 6 p.m.at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. Spanish/English interpretation will be provided

Learn more about additional public meetings and ways to share your thoughts at https://sbmtd.gov/mtd_news/mtd-to-solicit-input-on-proposed-service-changes-through-public-meetings-and-online-survey-2/

Grant applications are now open for the Carpinteria Community Services Support Program! Non-profit organizations contributing to our community’s well-being can apply for funding in four categories. Check out the details at https://bit.ly/3Tz0ZYF and submit your application by April 19, 2024. Let’s work together to make Carpinteria even better!

We are thrilled to announce that Carpinteria has joined the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to enhance flood protection for our community!

With this partnership, residents and businesses can now access affordable flood insurance coverage to safeguard against flood-related damages caused by natural disasters.

For more details and to learn how you can benefit from this program, visit https://bit.ly/3VylNCn. Let’s stay safe and resilient together!

The Carpinteria City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Monday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. Members of the public may attend the meeting at City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave., or view the meeting live at https://carpinteriaca.gov/, on Government Access Television Channel 21 or by logging into the Zoom webinar.

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/3TOOKbN. Comments posted on social media will not be provided to council members.

🏅 Four proclamations: 1) designating April 2024 as DMV/Donate Life Month; 2) designating April 2 – 8, 2024, International Dark Sky Week; 3) designating April 2024 as Carpinteria Business Month; and 4) celebrating the 65th Anniversary of the Carpinteria Awards Banquet.

🤝 Approval of appointments to, and a removal from, the Downtown “T” Business Advisory Board.

📺 Approval of the agreement between the City of Carpinteria and TV Santa Barbara

📄 Amendment to the City’s CalPERS Contract.

🎸 Receive an update on the City’s Live Entertainment Licensing program and provide direction to staff on revisions to the program.

Carpinteria Beautiful’s Community Cleanup Day is almost here! Join us on Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m to noon to keep the community clean, green and beautiful. The city-wide event will take place from 9 a.m to noon. Volunteers should meet at the Amtrak Parking Lot, 499 Linden Ave., to be assigned a location. Gloves, bags and trash pickers will be available, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable items, if possible. We hope to see you there.

Who’s ready to hone their skating skills this summer at the Carpinteria Skate Park? Carpinteria Skate Foundation and the City of Carpinteria have teamed up to host seven one-week sessions of skate camp between June 10 and Aug. 2. Participating 7 to 12-year-olds will learn the basics of skateboarding and build on an existing skill set through instruction from experienced skate coaches. Camp runs Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Campers will need to pack a lunch, water bottle, and the appropriate safety equipment, including helmet, knee and elbow pads, and wrist guards. Snacks will be provided and there is a water bottle fill up station on site at the park. The cost for each week is $300, and those who purchase six weeks will receive the seventh week free. Registration opens on April 1 at 9 a.m. and must be completed at http://www.carpskatepark.org by May 31. Please email questions to peterb@carpskatepark.org.