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Hellman Park Taking a Beating, Residents Upset with Visitors

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 7, 2016 with No Comments

Residents registered serious complaints to the Whittier City Council in September about the misuse and abuse of Hellman Park in Whittier. Research done about the park visitors indicates that 75% of users are coming from outside of Whittier, which in and of itself, is having a huge impact on traffic and street parking near the Park. The Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority is considering its options. Check out this Whittier Daily News article.

Likelihood of Colliding Your Car with a Deer

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 4, 2016 with No Comments

Here is an interesting article on your chances of colliding with a deer based on your location (state). This is an important reminder to keep your eyes on the road, especially when you are driving near natural lands where deer are likely to reside. Stay safe! Check out the Washington Post article.

Feds Keep California Gnatcatcher Listed as Threatened

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 1, 2016 with No Comments

The Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor has many lands protected due to the presence of threatened or endangered species. In September, the federal government considered removing (or delisting) on species we have in our hills–the California Gnatcatcher. Thankfully, they decided to keep it listed as threatened, which helps our conservation efforts. Check out the article in the Los Angeles Times article.

City of Industry Purchase of Upper Tonner Canyon

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 29, 2016 with No Comments

It appears the City of Industry’s purchase of Upper Tonner Canyon, at the price tag of $41.7 million, may not pass muster. The Los Angeles County oversight committee says it needs to be sold to the highest bidder. Check out the Whittier Daily News article.

Teddy Roosevelt Event Photos

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 29, 2016 with No Comments

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