Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting

The Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 to deny the transfer of permits from ExxonMobil to Sable Offshore Corporation for the Santa Ynez Unit, Popco Gas Plant, and Las Flores Pipeline System. The decision was based on findings that Sable Offshore Corporation has not demonstrated the necessary skills, training, resources, or financial guarantees to operate the facilities in compliance with existing permits and regulations. The Board also received a sobering five-year financial forecast for the county, indicating significant deficits and potential cuts to services, particularly in Health and Human Services.