Board splits on Prop 1 support; unanimously opposes Prop 45 and cites CEQA concerns

Oct 6, 2026

Public commenters and supervisors debated Proposition 1 (Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond) and Proposition 45 (CEQA/streamlining). The board could not adopt a county support position on Prop 1 (motion failed 2–2); it adopted a resolution opposing Prop 45 (4–0) citing limits on local environmental review.

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Two state ballot measures drew extended public comment and board discussion at the Oct. 6 Santa Barbara County Board meeting.

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