The OC Register released an article on the risks of building homes in the canyons. Not only do firefighters have to contend with rugged terrain, but they must also deal with winding, narrow and dead-end streets. Taxpayers bear the burden of paying for homes in dangerous locations when fires strike. Maybe it is time to stop building houses at the Wildland-Urban Interface?
We are also working on a Chili Cook Off event for late Spring. If you have a yummy chili recipe and are willing to donate your time and some chili to this event or want details, please email us by Friday, February 20.
The Hills For Everyone Fundraising Team is working on a spring Garden Tour. If you have a green thumb or know someone with a green thumb whose garden we should consider including on our Tour, please let us know by emailing us by Friday, February 20. We are looking for a diverse array of garden themes, from tropical to roses, English gardens to drought-tolerant and everything in between.
The City of Chino Hills is undergoing a long awaited update on its General Plan. Years ago the battle over housing density was fought and won when a large swath of land along the 71 freeway was zoned 1 house per 40 acres. Residents and planners wanted to see how the rest of the quickly developing city turned out first. Then that zoning was frozen in place by Measure U which requires voter approval if density is increased. But wait, … Read More
The Orange County Planning Commission, consisting of five members representing each of the five Supervisorial Districts in the County, considered an application by Esperanza Hills developers to build 340 homes in the foothills above Yorba Linda. After over two hours of public comment opposing the Esperanza Hills project, the Planning Commission voted unanimously that the project and the environmental documents were sufficient to recommend approval to the Board of Supervisors. Over 65 people wearing red (in opposition to the project) were in … Read More