The developer of the Esperanza Hills project is proposing to simply update the Greenhouse Gas section of the Environmental Impact Report to remedy the inadequacies of the document. Yorba Linda residents believe fixing the numbers doesn’t fix the problem–the entire document should be recirculated. View the article from the OC Register.
TBT: Happy Birthday National Park Service. On this day (August 25th), 100 years ago, the National Park Service was born. A few of the visionary leaders we have to thank for our 412 national parks, include: Artist George Catlin, Naturalist John Muir, Presidents Teddy Roosevelt,Woodrow Wilson, and William Taft. Because of this leadership we have special places like: Alaska’s Denali (the photograph), Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains, California’s Yosemite, and the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. Thank you to all conservationists … Read More
The City of Industry is re-evaluating its relationship with its Chamber of Commerce based on a report of “shoddy fiscal practices” put out by the State Controller’s Office. The report outlines 14 recommendations that need to be addressed. Next up is the Zerep Management and its vague invoices–all of which were approved by the City Council. View the San Gabriel Valley Tribune article.
The bad news: Our trees are dying and the worst is yet to come. From the drought to insect infestations to mold—the once stressed trees are now dying suddenly. The state has identified more than 70 million trees that are dead. This is a significant fire hazard. Hills For Everyone has been involved with the Carbon Canyon Fire Safe Council to ensure our homes and wildlands are protected from wildfires. Tree mortality has been at the top of the list. … Read More
This time every August the Perseid Meteor Showers rain from the heavens. Find a dark place (like the desert) or even just sit in your backyard and watch the show. Apparently the moon isn’t cooperating this time and may make viewing more difficult. Go enjoy the night sky! Check out the article from the LA Times.