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County Plans for the Future of Goleta Beach Park Amid Rising Sea Levels, Coastal Erosion


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“In these cases, there are vulnerable utilities and facilities that we need to plan for in terms of either relocation, reinforcement or redesign,” Laule said. “We think it’s best to plan for the reasonable worst case, then iterate that planning based on the actual effects of sea-level rise over time.”
The plan’s coastal study found that beach width plays a key role in the protection of the park, wide sandy beach and rock revetments are essential to protect the park, and the county needs to pursue increased beach nourishment.
On the 2050 timeline, the county is considering a number of options for near-term shoreline management. The county has found that revetment retention provides effective protection for the park, but is exploring the use of cobble groins or a permeable pier to retain sand as well. The county hopes to improve coastal access ways and ensure public safety by potentially installing steps over the rock revetm ....

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Amid Coronavirus Crisis, Santa Barbara County Can GIve You Some Space


Preserves and open space provide plentiful opportunities, destinations to help you get away from the COVID-19 grind
A sign at the Ennisbrook Trail in Montecito urges hikers to social distance and take other public health steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (Brooke Holland / Noozhawk photo)
By Brooke Holland, Noozhawk Staff Writer | @BT Holland
December 13, 2020
| 10:45 p.m.
More and more people are venturing outdoors in Santa Barbara County since the evolving COVID-19 pandemic emerged earlier this year.
The county’s natural landscapes and open spaces have become refuges from coronavirus restrictions and lockdowns, and the areas are serving as places to avoid crowds and get a bit of exercise. ....

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