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Supervisors approve pilot to restrict Hot Springs Trailhead on red-flag days; sheriff to enforce
Summary
The board approved a time-limited pilot to restrict parking and trail access at the Hot Springs Trailhead on red-flag days, authorizing sheriff overtime and coordination with federal and state partners; a six-month status report was requested.
Santa Barbara — The Board of Supervisors on March 4 unanimously approved a pilot program that will allow county staff and law enforcement to restrict parking and close the Hot Springs Trailhead on red-flag warning days through the end of 2025.
Supervisor Gregg Hartman, sponsor of the item, framed the measure as a wildfire-prevention step after staff and fire officials described the trailhead’s increased visitation and the area’s vulnerability to ignitions. The motion (agenda item Dept. 2) directs county staff to coordinate with local, state and federal…
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