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CEQA Legislation Update

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 17, 2025 with No Comments

We first let you know about the threat we faced with SB 607, which would have weakened California’s top environmental law, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Though that bill stalled, similar changes were pushed through the state budget process with almost no public input. The new bill, SB 131 (Wiener), was introduced on a Friday and voted on after just one hearing the following Monday. This bill goes far beyond helping infill housing (as touted)—it removes requirements to study … Read More

Dark Sky Recommendations

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 16, 2025 with No Comments

Great tips on outdoor lighting!

Help Protect One Acre

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 14, 2025 with No Comments

Help us protect Chino Hills State Park’s ridgelines! We’re working to secure 800 acres of habitat, including walnut woodlands—and we need your help to buy one vital acre for $11,500. Every donation is matched up to $2,500, so your gift goes twice as far! 🦉 Saving this land means protecting wildlife, water, and scenic views from development. If 90 people give $100, we’ll reach our goal! Donate today to keep these hills wild for generations: HillsForEveryone.org/Donate Thank you for supporting … Read More

Pathways Report Released

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 7, 2025 with No Comments

The California Natural Resources Agency has released its annual progress report for Pathways to 30×30. This document outlines the status of all the work to protect biodiversity, build climate resilience, and provide for equitable access over the last year. We can’t wait to dig into the document! You can too at: https://bit.ly/2025-Pathways

July 4th Reminder

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 4, 2025 with No Comments

Every year we hold our breath during the days before and after the 4th of July. One only look at the catastrophe in Malibu and Altadena to remember how devastating wildfires can be. As you celebrate the 4th, we remind you that fireworks are illegal in all cities surrounding the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Fireworks are the leading cause of wildfires in July.