Residents in wealthy California town block access to public hot springs with boulders
The Guardian - 2024-04-09T16:50:47.000Z

County officials alert Montecito homeowners that they face prosecution, including daily fines of $850 if stones are not removedMontecito, California, is known for being home to Oprah, a former royal family, and a stunning stretch of coastline. It’s also home to miles of trails, some of which are being blocked by residents hoping to stop people from accessing public hot springs.Santa Barbara county has been watching encroachments on East Mountain Drive and Riven Rock Road in Montecito since at...

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