GOLETA, Calif. - Goleta City Council moving forward towards better sustainability with it's "Green Building Program."  The new program, which takes effect on January 1, 2013 is designed to promote green building practices in the city.

According to the city, "the Goleta City Council demonstrated its commitment to sustainability when it adopted a largely voluntary Green Building Program on October 16, 2012.  The new program will take effect on January 1, 2013, and will include access to free resources such as information about green building best practices, utility rebates, and financing options.

SOLVANG, CA – May 30, 2012 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians announced today it has closed escrow on the purchase of the Hadsten House Inn in Solvang.

“We are excited about adding the Hadsten House to our portfolio,” said Tribal Chairman Vincent Armenta. “The property has made a name for itself as one of the Valley’s favorite destinations when it comes to quality, boutique lodging.”

The two-story, 71-room property at 1450 Mission Drive includes a restaurant, and is one of the only lodging facilities in Santa Barbara County with an indoor, heated swimming pool. The building first went up on the site in 1972, and in 2007 underwent a major renovation to bring it to its current state.

The Chumash purchased the Hadsten House from AFTC-Solvang, and the Iqbal family. Details of the sale are not being disclosed.

The Solvang City Council will discuss the landscaping and maintenance assessments on the 38 homes in the Skytt Mesa housing development tonight.

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Source: Santa Maria Times