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Earlier in her career, Grasso worked in clinical and program management positions with local community partners, such as the Salvation Army Hospitality House, Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA), Phoenix of Santa Barbara, and Family Service Agency.
“I have long enjoyed working in partnership with Sara throughout the years and was thrilled to have the opportunity for her to become a direct member of our team. She is perfect for the job and will serve our clients well,” said Kristine Schwarz, New Beginnings executive director.
“I am beyond grateful for this opportunity, said Grasso. I have observed first-hand that the team at New Beginnings does whatever it takes to engage and serve our most vulnerable community members. I admire my colleagues for their approach to delivering services and am inspired by the mission of the organization.
MORE Santa Barbara’s Safe Parking Program currently manages 154 spaces in 26 parking lots throughout Santa Barbara, Goleta, and unincorporated areas of the county. Photo courtesy of New Beginnings.
Santa Barbara started a Safe Parking program in 2004 for folks living in their vehicles. It was one of the first in the U.S. to offer a reprieve from expensive parking tickets or that 3 a.m. knock on the door plus it offered supportive services to get people into permanent housing.
The program’s been a model for similar ones, including Safe Parking LA, which began five years ago.
While programs like these rely on donations and grants, one U.S. House member wants the federal government to chip in as well. Last week, Democratic Congressman Salud Carbajal of California unveiled new legislation that would set aside $125 million in federal funds for programs targeting people living in vans, cars, and RVs.
Safe Parking Program to Expand with New Home at City-Owned Site in Lompoc
The City Council approves a lease with New Beginnings Counseling Center for property on North I Street to give homeless people a place to go at night
A city-owned lot at 428 North I St. in Lompoc that once was used by a model railroad club is set to become the first safe parking program site in the city after a lease approval with New Beginnings Counseling Center. (Janene Scully / Noozhawk photo) By Janene Scully, Noozhawk North County Editor | @JaneneScully
February 20, 2021
A proposed safe parking program in Lompoc now has a home.