Santa Barbara County Supervisors Deny Permit Transfer
Santa Barbara County Supervisors voted 4 to 1 to deny the transfer of permits from Exxon Mobil to Sable Offshore.
Since February my concerns have only grown on the resources front. my concerns on the skills due to the many violations have been discussed. has grown
— said Supervisor Laura Capps.
This decision comes after a previous 2-2 vote in February, with Supervisor Joan Hartmann recusing herself. However, a judge later ruled that Hartmann was eligible to vote, breaking the tie.
We as a county have a duty as local government to protect the public health, safety, and safeguard the county’s natural resources. That’s what local government does
— said Supervisor Joan Hartmann.
Author summary: Supervisors deny Exxon permit transfer.