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Evolving look to downtown Santa Barbara brings fresh opportunities and events to business owners and visitors | News Channel 3-12

Evolving look to downtown Santa Barbara brings fresh opportunities and events to business owners and visitors | News Channel 3-12

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The look of Santa Barbara’s downtown has been evolving since before the pandemic, but some of the most creative changes are taking place in real time.

They were started during the pandemic with the quickly laid out design to the promenade featuring open-air restaurant areas and outside bars, live music and creative lighting.

In an area between Haley St. and Sola St. cars were eliminated but the increase in bikes and pedestrians has jumped tremendously.

Next up will be an infusion of city and government funds for new lighting strands in about 40 locations and other festive design features, some by the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization,  and some by business owners.

Many more plans are in motion along with a long term master plan.

A full schedule of deep cleaning and power washing on a regular basis will be taking place.

The area normally gets a full cleaning after the impacts from the Old Spanish Days Fiesta taking place in early August.

The urgency to capitalize on the summer crowds is apparent as part of the post-COVID recovery efforts.
Every first Thursday there is a specially curated night of events, open houses at art galleries and live performances.Tonight’s lineup can be found at: https://www.downtownsb.org/events/1st-thursday

Downtown Organization Operations Manager Erik Krueger said, “this is community. This is everyone supporting each other downtown.”
He says the First Thursday events involve businesses over multiple blocks.

“We have 30 venues, a great local  band,  a market with over 15-20 local vendors,” he said.

A visitor from Boulder, Colorado says in her town, live music  in downtown open spaces is a big draw

Patti Miller said, “they have it in one spot. There’s a stage over here all the bands and people dancing and all of that  and over here will be your buskers.”

One mom who had a son in the band Glenn Annie says they would love more music in downtown.

Allison Blix said,  “he plays a lot around town a lot of venues don’t have stages.  So if  De la Guerra had a stage he would be here in a heart beat. They have a huge following.”

In anticipation for Old Spanish Days in August,  Krueger said  “the Downtown Organization will install 120 Fiesta flags up and down State Street.   It is a beautiful, beautiful sight to see. ” 

He says the downtown members are enthusiastic,  “you name it our entire downtown core celebrates with everything they got.”

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Ban lifted for taking poultry to live events

Ban lifted for taking poultry to live events

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – Poultry owners can once again bring their birds to live events in Wisconsin.

The state’s Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection lifted the ban Monday that barred moving poultry to live events. The ban, which was put in place in May, went into effect to prevent the spread of the highly pathogenic avian influenza.

Lifting the prohibition does not mean that the state is out of the woods, however. The agency still recommends poultry owners to:

  • Clean and disinfect;
  • Restrict access by visitors and wild birds, and;
  • Wear separate shoes and clothes to wear around flocks

According to DATCP statistics, agency officials have counted 22 domestic flocks across 14 counties where HPAI has been found. The virus has led to the deaths of millions of birds across the state.

Poultry owners should still monitor their flocks and notify the agency about any illness or an increased number of deaths by calling 608-224-4872 during business hours or 800-943-0003 at other times. Additionally, they are required by state law to register their premises with DATCP, which helps officials track such disease outbreaks.

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Liberty Helps Business Owners Financially Prepare for Unexpected Events

Liberty Helps Business Owners Financially Prepare for Unexpected Events

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MELBOURNE, Australia, May 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With SMEs facing many hurdles during the past two years, Liberty says exploring flexible business loans can help business owners prepare for future unexpected events.

From cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions, labour shortages and a global pandemic, Australian SMEs have dealt with various unforeseen issues affecting their operations.

While optimism is growing among business owners currently rebounding from these difficulties, attention should now turn to longer-term planning and preparation.

Securing fast access to funding through a business loan ahead of time can provide businesses with an extra cash buffer when the unexpected happens.

For non-bank lender Liberty, helping business owners actively prepare for the future with the right finance solution is an important part of their service.

Liberty’s Head of Consumer Communications, Heidi Armstrong, said: “With help from specialist lenders such as Liberty, Australian small businesses have greater opportunities to return to full strength and achieve their goals.”

Adopting a personalised approach allows Liberty to provide tailored solutions suited to the unique needs and circumstances of each business owner.

While many businesses are still seeking traditional business loans, Liberty says line of credit facilities are an increasingly popular solution for SMEs thanks to their flexibility.

Liberty Access is the lender’s own line of credit business loan designed to help businesses gain the credit they need to grow, seize new opportunities and succeed. Unlike other business loans, Access only sees interest charged on the amount used.

Common uses for line of credit facilities such as Liberty Access include paying staff wages, covering invoices, buying urgent stock and paying suppliers.

Liberty also offers interest-only options and business loans without mortgage security requirements. And, with fast turnaround times, Liberty is well-equipped to support business customers to gain funds when required.

Even those with a less-than-perfect business credit score are encouraged to speak with a Liberty Adviser for help to find a solution that matches their needs. There may be more options available than first thought.

Approved applicants only. Lending criteria apply. Fees and charges are payable. Liberty Financial Pty Ltd ACN 077 248 983 and Secure Funding Pty Ltd ABN 25 081 982 872 Australian Credit Licence 388133, together trading as Liberty Financial.

Contact
Heidi Armstrong
Group Manager – Consumer Communications
P: +61 3 8635 8888
E: mediaenquiries@liberty.com.au

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Liberty Helps Business Owners Financially Prepare for Unexpected Events

Liberty Helps Business Owners Financially Prepare for Unexpected Events

MELBOURNE, Australia, May 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With SMEs facing many hurdles during the past two years, Liberty says exploring flexible business loans can help business owners prepare for future unexpected events.

From cyberattacks to supply chain disruptions, labour shortages and a global pandemic, Australian SMEs have dealt with various unforeseen issues affecting their operations.

While optimism is growing among business owners currently rebounding from these difficulties, attention should now turn to longer-term planning and preparation.

Securing fast access to funding through a business loan ahead of time can provide businesses with an extra cash buffer when the unexpected happens.

For non-bank lender Liberty, helping business owners actively prepare for the future with the right finance solution is an important part of their service.

Liberty’s Head of Consumer Communications, Heidi Armstrong, said: “With help from specialist lenders such as Liberty, Australian small businesses have greater opportunities to return to full strength and achieve their goals.”

Adopting a personalised approach allows Liberty to provide tailored solutions suited to the unique needs and circumstances of each business owner.

While many businesses are still seeking traditional business loans, Liberty says line of credit facilities are an increasingly popular solution for SMEs thanks to their flexibility.

Liberty Access is the lender’s own line of credit business loan designed to help businesses gain the credit they need to grow, seize new opportunities and succeed. Unlike other business loans, Access only sees interest charged on the amount used.

Common uses for line of credit facilities such as Liberty Access include paying staff wages, covering invoices, buying urgent stock and paying suppliers.

Liberty also offers interest-only options and business loans without mortgage security requirements. And, with fast turnaround times, Liberty is well-equipped to support business customers to gain funds when required.

Even those with a less-than-perfect business credit score are encouraged to speak with a Liberty Adviser for help to find a solution that matches their needs. There may be more options available than first thought.

Approved applicants only. Lending criteria apply. Fees and charges are payable. Liberty Financial Pty Ltd ACN 077 248 983 and Secure Funding Pty Ltd ABN 25 081 982 872 Australian Credit Licence 388133, together trading as Liberty Financial. 

Contact
Heidi Armstrong
Group Manager – Consumer Communications
P: +61 3 8635 8888
E: mediaenquiries@liberty.com.au

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