santa barbara county supervisors

The county had been looking at eliminating 65 positions because of the agency's financial crisis.

One proposal calls for banning new development, while a second calls for a phaseout of existing operations.

The idea is to bring salaries in line with similar posts in other counties. But, the size of the proposed hike is generating some oppostion.

Proposal calls for adding 14 acres of capacity to the existing 118 Tajigas Landfill facility.

First District Supervisor Das Williams loses bid for third term.

Questions remain about some races, as ballots will continue to arrive in the mail for the next few days

Current Santa Barbara County First District Supervisor Das Williams losing to challenger Roy Lee. Lee is leading by a 52% to 48% margin.

District redrawn since last election, adding Lompoc and losing Isla Vista. Incumbent Joan Hartmann is seeking a third term, but is facing two challengers.

Instead of awarding exclusive contract for services as it did in the past, it will allow organizations to apply for non-exclusive contracts.

But, Santa Barbara County's ability to intervene may be limited legally.