WHEN:    Monday, July 28  2003
6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Networking Time- This is a wonderful opportunity to get acquainted with your fellow Special District professionals.
6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Dinner
7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Speaker
8:15 - 9:00 p.m.   Business Meeting

WHERE:    UNION HOTEL, 325 Bell Street in Los Alamos.

WHO:    Special District Directors, Senior Staff & Associates

WHAT:

1.) Report on the status of the State of California budget with respect to special districts and

2.)FILLING OUT THE MSR QUESTIONNAIRE - Our three LAFCO representatives and an attorney facilitator discussing the  Municipal Service Review (MSR) process, the proposed questionnaire from our LAFCO, and how special districts will respond

Directions to UNION HOTEL: See next below.

RESERVATIONS:

   Prior reservations are a necessity, as the Hotel normally is not open Mondays and food is being prepared fresh for only those with reservations. IF YOU DO NOT MAKE A RESERVATION THERE MAY NOT BE ANYTHING FOR YOU TO EAT AND IF YOU MAKE A RESERVATION YOU WILL BE CHARGED EVEN IF YOU DO NO SHOW.

   You can chose an entree of: Ribeye Steak, or Salmon with Cheff's special dill sauce (vegetarian disk on ly available on prior request). Fresh salad, vegetable of the Chef's choice, beverage and desert included.

   For reservations Call Susie Paxton Koesterer at EMID (805) 968-5885 by July 24, 2003.

   Price-all inclusive price of $26.00 - no credit cards accepted

Introduction:, Flag Salute, Changes to Agenda, Approval of Minutes, Treasurer's Report,

1.)Report on  the status of the State of California budget with respect to special districts and

2.) our three LAFCO representatives and an attorney facilitator discussing the  Municipal Service Review (MSR) process, the proposed questionnaire from our LAFCO, and how special districts will respond, and rest of business meeting.

The Union Hotel is located at 325 Bell Street in Los Alamos.

COMING  FROM LOMPOC can take Harris Grade to Hwy 135 to reach Los Alamos. Bell Street is also Hwy 135.

COMING FROM GOLETA AND SOUTH ON 101:
1.    From Goleta -follow US-101 North approximately.  41 miles
2.    Take the ramp toward LOS ALAMOS/ VANDENBERG AFB.  0.14 miles
3.    Merge onto MAIN ST.  0.52 miles
    Total Estimated Time: Total Distance: 42 miles ,  55 minutes

COMING FROM SANTA MARIA AND NORTH ON 101:
1. Follow US-101 S about 21 Miles 2. Take the exit toward LOS ALAMOS. 0.21 Miles 3. Keep RIGHT at the fork in the ramp. 0.03 Miles 4. Merge onto MAIN ST. 0.3
   Estimated Distance: 22 miles  Total Estimated Time: 35 minutes

FOR DETAILED MAPS AND DIRECTIONS USE :
http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?email=1&mapdat

SHORT BACKGROUND ON UNION HOTEL:

   In the heart of Santa Barbara County, in a tiny western town that time has nearly forgotten, is a most unusual and romantic bed & breakfast, the Union Hotel and Victorian Mansion. Here you will experience an adventure back in time and a trip into an intriguing world of fantasy .
   The Union Hotel is a historic 1880s stagecoach stop. As you pass through its doors, you step back to a simple yet elegant era. This authentic Union Hotel offers room accommodations, period decor, and full country breakfasts. The Victorian Mansion was built in 1864. Almost 10 years were spent creating the 6 theme rooms inside. Hidden bathrooms, spiral staircases, hot tubs, cannon coffeetables, an Egyptian mummy, a chariot, and a 1956 Cadillac are a few of the curiosities you'll find in these rooms. Each of the 6 theme rooms includes a romantic hot tub for two, fireplace, TV, VCR with classic films of the era, and a complimentary breakfast delivered to your room.
   The Union Hotel and Victorian Mansion offer a variety of services and events to make any meeting or occasion special. Any of our hotel or mansion rooms offer a perfect honeymoon, anniversary, or birthday getaway. Our facilities are also an ideal place to host parties, reunions, or our most cherished events of all--weddings. Guests find our inn a fun and refreshing retreat from busy lifestyles. The Hotel also hosts other special events, including Stagecoach Murder Mysteries private dinner parties, 1800s Historical Costume Balls, and dinner concerts. Many of our guests return over and over again, knowing that each visit offers a different experience in time, fantasy and romance. Come, enjoy a historic experience at the Union Hotel and Victorian Mansion.
...as seen on Huell Howser's California Gold