The fight to Save Trestles continues. Last month, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) voted to deny an application for the proposed Foothill-South toll road.
The CCC overwhelmingly concluded the toll road is not compliant with several provisions of California coastal law. Thousands of Save Trestles supporters attended the meeting—making it a record setting hearing, and a watershed moment for the environmental movement.
However, the Transportation Corridor Agency (TCA) has filed an appeal with the Secretary of Commerce requesting the CCC decision be overruled.
The appeal process includes an opportunity for the public to request a local hearing in order for the Secretary to hear concerns of California residents. Please help us contact the Secretary of Commerce and ask him to grant a public hearing.
We were able to sway the Coastal Commission when thousands of people attended the hearing—and now we need to show the Federal government how powerful our voices are together.
Please tell the folks in Washington DC to come out to California and hear why so many people are opposed to the toll road. We need your help ensuring the Secretary of Commerce grants a public hearing so all of your concerns will be heard.
Please sign the alert here: http://actionnetwork.org/campaign/tollappealhearing
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Dirty Harry vs. The Terminator
More press today in the LA Times. I guess if anyone has the courage to fire Clint Eastwood it would be Arnold. He's been wrong on so many environmental decisions lately. You have to wonder who is giving him guidance these days?
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Eastwood ..."seemed perplexed because his opposition to the road predated by more than two years the governor's endorsement of it in January. He said that he told Schwarzenegger long ago of his reservations and that the governor urged him to follow his conscience."
"You're not going to get people who are interested in state parks who want to build freeways through state parks," Eastwood said. "So I don't know what the big surprise was there."
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Here's what Eastwood has to say about San Onofre and the toll road
And Bobby Shriver led off the opposition to the toll road at last month's Coastal Commission Hearing. These guys are heroes for the coast!!
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Eastwood ..."seemed perplexed because his opposition to the road predated by more than two years the governor's endorsement of it in January. He said that he told Schwarzenegger long ago of his reservations and that the governor urged him to follow his conscience."
"You're not going to get people who are interested in state parks who want to build freeways through state parks," Eastwood said. "So I don't know what the big surprise was there."
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Here's what Eastwood has to say about San Onofre and the toll road
And Bobby Shriver led off the opposition to the toll road at last month's Coastal Commission Hearing. These guys are heroes for the coast!!
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Benefit Show to Save Trestles.
Join Save Trestles Supporters this weekend at Hogue Barmichaels! Thanks to Dr Know and Jason Roberts for being the brains behind the benefit!
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Political Payback?
That's right! Arnold fires his brother-in-law and Dirty Harry, for opposing the toll road. You have to wonder who is paying off Arnold. Is Arnold trying to kill our state parks??? He proposes closing 48 parks, shoving a rich-man's toll road through San Onofre, ruining Anzo Borrego with the Sun Link powerlines, and now firing Shriver and Eastwood from the Parks Commission. Arnold is wrong on so many issues that matter to Californians, you have to wonder just who he actually represents...
Governor wants Clint Eastwood, Shriver's brother replaced with 'fresh legs'
By Terry Rodgers
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
Take your pick.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger either felt the need for “fresh legs” on the state Park & Recreation Commission or was in the mood for political payback.
Whatever his true sentiments, his staff notified his brother-in-law Bobby Shriver and actor Clint Eastwood on Monday that they were no longer needed as state park commissioners.
Shriver, 53, a Democrat and brother of First Lady Maria Shriver, and Eastwood, 77, a Republican and former mayor of Carmel, were first appointed to the advisory commission by Gov. Gray Davis in 2001.
Three years later, Schwarzenegger reappointed both of them to four-year terms.
On Tuesday, Shriver said he and Eastwood had submitted requests to serve another four-year term. Eastwood couldn't be reached for comment.
As commissioners, the two men voted to oppose a 16-mile extension of state Route 241 that would connect southern Orange County to Interstate 5 at San Onofre. The toll road would cut across a nature reserve in Orange County and the San Onofre State Beach, a site considered sacred by American Indians and cherished by surfers and campers.
Shriver and Eastwood also supported a lawsuit against the road project that was filed on behalf of the park commission by the state attorney general.
Schwarzenegger publicly endorsed the toll road extension, saying it would reduce traffic congestion. The governor also said the project would allow the financially beleaguered state park department to take advantage of a $100 million grant offered by the Transportation Corridor Agencies in exchange for approval of the road.
The toll road proposal hit a major roadblock in February, when the state Coastal Commission voted 8-2 against it during a hearing at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The Transportation Corridor Agencies has appealed that decision to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce.
Shriver, a city councilman for Santa Monica, felt so strongly about the toll road that he testified against it at the Coastal Commission meeting.
“Whatever the reason was I wasn't reappointed, I'm glad I voted the way I did,” Shriver said Tuesday. “I still think it's a bad idea to put a freeway through a park.”
State park commissioner Caryl Hart of Sebastopol, who last year was appointed to a third term on the panel, said she has little doubt that Schwarzenegger was displeased with his two most high-profile park commissioners.
“It's not really much of a reach,” Hart said. “Doing this broadcasts to other gubernatorial appointees: If you don't follow the party line, you'll be gone.”
Schwarzenegger's press secretary, Aaron McClear, said the governor's decision to replace Shriver and Eastwood wasn't connected to their stand against the toll road.
“The governor believes Mr. Eastwood and Mr. Shriver did an outstanding job on the state parks commission and is grateful for their service,” McClear said. “It's not unusual when commissioners' terms expire to replace them with some fresh legs.”
Governor wants Clint Eastwood, Shriver's brother replaced with 'fresh legs'
By Terry Rodgers
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
Take your pick.
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger either felt the need for “fresh legs” on the state Park & Recreation Commission or was in the mood for political payback.
Whatever his true sentiments, his staff notified his brother-in-law Bobby Shriver and actor Clint Eastwood on Monday that they were no longer needed as state park commissioners.
Shriver, 53, a Democrat and brother of First Lady Maria Shriver, and Eastwood, 77, a Republican and former mayor of Carmel, were first appointed to the advisory commission by Gov. Gray Davis in 2001.
Three years later, Schwarzenegger reappointed both of them to four-year terms.
On Tuesday, Shriver said he and Eastwood had submitted requests to serve another four-year term. Eastwood couldn't be reached for comment.
As commissioners, the two men voted to oppose a 16-mile extension of state Route 241 that would connect southern Orange County to Interstate 5 at San Onofre. The toll road would cut across a nature reserve in Orange County and the San Onofre State Beach, a site considered sacred by American Indians and cherished by surfers and campers.
Shriver and Eastwood also supported a lawsuit against the road project that was filed on behalf of the park commission by the state attorney general.
Schwarzenegger publicly endorsed the toll road extension, saying it would reduce traffic congestion. The governor also said the project would allow the financially beleaguered state park department to take advantage of a $100 million grant offered by the Transportation Corridor Agencies in exchange for approval of the road.
The toll road proposal hit a major roadblock in February, when the state Coastal Commission voted 8-2 against it during a hearing at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The Transportation Corridor Agencies has appealed that decision to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce.
Shriver, a city councilman for Santa Monica, felt so strongly about the toll road that he testified against it at the Coastal Commission meeting.
“Whatever the reason was I wasn't reappointed, I'm glad I voted the way I did,” Shriver said Tuesday. “I still think it's a bad idea to put a freeway through a park.”
State park commissioner Caryl Hart of Sebastopol, who last year was appointed to a third term on the panel, said she has little doubt that Schwarzenegger was displeased with his two most high-profile park commissioners.
“It's not really much of a reach,” Hart said. “Doing this broadcasts to other gubernatorial appointees: If you don't follow the party line, you'll be gone.”
Schwarzenegger's press secretary, Aaron McClear, said the governor's decision to replace Shriver and Eastwood wasn't connected to their stand against the toll road.
“The governor believes Mr. Eastwood and Mr. Shriver did an outstanding job on the state parks commission and is grateful for their service,” McClear said. “It's not unusual when commissioners' terms expire to replace them with some fresh legs.”
Monday, March 17, 2008
TCA Appeal is Official
As expected today, the Federal Register printed the notice for the TCA's appeal of the CA Coastal Commission's decision. The CCC's jurisdiction is provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which resides in the US Dep't of Commerce. This means that the ultimate decision on whether to honor the CCC's decision or over-ride it lies with the Secretary of Commerce.
Today's announcement tells us that NOAA will be accepting comments for 30 days starting on April 28. This will be your opportunity to let the federal government know what has been made clear here in California: No Toll Roads through San Onofre State Beach!!
Starting on the 28th we'll provide an electronic action alert to make it easy for you to send in your comments. We are also requesting that NOAA hold a public hearing on this issue to give the public a chance to voice your opinions.
NOAA pulled together a really nice FAQ on the process. Of particular importance is this:
"What does the Secretary consider on appeal from a state’s objection?
The Secretary may override a state’s objection if the proposed activity is either:
· Consistent with the objectives of the CZMA. Projects consistent with the objectives of the CZMA are those where: a) the project furthers the national interest in the CZMA objectives in a significant or substantial manner; b) this national interest outweighs any adverse coastal effects (both separately and cumulatively); and c) there is no reasonable alternative available that would allow the activity to proceed consistent with the state program; or
· Necessary in the interest of national security. "
Today's announcement tells us that NOAA will be accepting comments for 30 days starting on April 28. This will be your opportunity to let the federal government know what has been made clear here in California: No Toll Roads through San Onofre State Beach!!
Starting on the 28th we'll provide an electronic action alert to make it easy for you to send in your comments. We are also requesting that NOAA hold a public hearing on this issue to give the public a chance to voice your opinions.
NOAA pulled together a really nice FAQ on the process. Of particular importance is this:
"What does the Secretary consider on appeal from a state’s objection?
The Secretary may override a state’s objection if the proposed activity is either:
· Consistent with the objectives of the CZMA. Projects consistent with the objectives of the CZMA are those where: a) the project furthers the national interest in the CZMA objectives in a significant or substantial manner; b) this national interest outweighs any adverse coastal effects (both separately and cumulatively); and c) there is no reasonable alternative available that would allow the activity to proceed consistent with the state program; or
· Necessary in the interest of national security. "
Friday, March 14, 2008
Friday, February 15, 2008
Top Ten Reasons the Toll Road Failed
From OC Weekly's Alex Brant-Zawadzki
They Didn't Pave Paradise: The top 10 reasons why the Foothill South Toll Road extension failed
By ALEX BRANT-ZAWADZKI
Thursday, February 14, 2008 - 3:00 pm
On Feb. 6, the California Coastal Commission voted 8-2 to deny the Transportation Corridor Agencies' (TCA) application for a Coastal Permit to build the Foothill South (Highway 241) toll-road extension. This was no surprise, as troubles with both the road and the TCA are legion. Now, this symphony of crap may yet have its coda: The TCA has appealed the decision to the Secretary of Commerce. But for now, here are 10 major reasons behind the road's downfall:
1. DOLLA DOLLA BILL, Y'ALL. The Coastal Commission calls San Mateo Creek "one of the most, if not the most, undeveloped and pristine coastal watersheds in Southern California." Rather than consider it priceless, the TCA offered a $100 million package to the California Department of Parks and Recreation to soothe the chafing-$30 million for various good works and $70 million to extend the San Onofre State Park lease from the Department of the Navy. Two problems: 1) The lease doesn't expire until 2021, and 2) there's no reason to suspect the Navy will charge the Department of Parks and Recreation any more than the $1 they charged for the first 50-year lease. So it's really a $30 million offer to destroy a state park.
See the rest of the list over at the OC Weekly
They Didn't Pave Paradise: The top 10 reasons why the Foothill South Toll Road extension failed
By ALEX BRANT-ZAWADZKI
Thursday, February 14, 2008 - 3:00 pm
On Feb. 6, the California Coastal Commission voted 8-2 to deny the Transportation Corridor Agencies' (TCA) application for a Coastal Permit to build the Foothill South (Highway 241) toll-road extension. This was no surprise, as troubles with both the road and the TCA are legion. Now, this symphony of crap may yet have its coda: The TCA has appealed the decision to the Secretary of Commerce. But for now, here are 10 major reasons behind the road's downfall:
1. DOLLA DOLLA BILL, Y'ALL. The Coastal Commission calls San Mateo Creek "one of the most, if not the most, undeveloped and pristine coastal watersheds in Southern California." Rather than consider it priceless, the TCA offered a $100 million package to the California Department of Parks and Recreation to soothe the chafing-$30 million for various good works and $70 million to extend the San Onofre State Park lease from the Department of the Navy. Two problems: 1) The lease doesn't expire until 2021, and 2) there's no reason to suspect the Navy will charge the Department of Parks and Recreation any more than the $1 they charged for the first 50-year lease. So it's really a $30 million offer to destroy a state park.
See the rest of the list over at the OC Weekly
Commissioner Blank Dressing Down the TCA
In case you missed this section of the 12 hour hearing, the questions that Commissioner Steve Blank asked forced the TCA to finally tell the truth. In four parts:
Media/Photo Recap of the Coastal Commission
Here's a long list of photos and news articles from the "Surf Media".
http://bhwatershots.com/tollroad/ Very nice photos
http://eppicsurf.com/view_session.php?id=1655 Lots of very cool photos
http://surfermag.com/av/flash/vote-save-trestles/ Video of the vote (TCA goons don’t look too comfortable)
http://www.transworldsurf.com/gallery.jsp?ID=1000009482 Short slideshow
http://www.surfingthemag.com/surfing-photo-video/surfing-photo-dept/save-trestles-020608/ Article with slideshow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwbDXLHlRms Short clip of the crowd
http://www.surfline.com/surfnews/article_bamp.cfm?id=13580 Article with pics
http://surfermag.com/features/onlineexclusives/ccmeetingdelmar-02-07-2008/ Article
http://www.transworldsurf.com/video.jsp?ID=1000002742 Fun commentary video through the day
http://www.transworldsurf.com/article.jsp?ID=1000020734 Brief article
http://bhwatershots.com/tollroad/ Very nice photos
http://eppicsurf.com/view_session.php?id=1655 Lots of very cool photos
http://surfermag.com/av/flash/vote-save-trestles/ Video of the vote (TCA goons don’t look too comfortable)
http://www.transworldsurf.com/gallery.jsp?ID=1000009482 Short slideshow
http://www.surfingthemag.com/surfing-photo-video/surfing-photo-dept/save-trestles-020608/ Article with slideshow
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwbDXLHlRms Short clip of the crowd
http://www.surfline.com/surfnews/article_bamp.cfm?id=13580 Article with pics
http://surfermag.com/features/onlineexclusives/ccmeetingdelmar-02-07-2008/ Article
http://www.transworldsurf.com/video.jsp?ID=1000002742 Fun commentary video through the day
http://www.transworldsurf.com/article.jsp?ID=1000020734 Brief article
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Thank the Commission and Come Celebrate With Us!
We set up an online petition to thank the Commissioners for protecting Trestles. It's very important that we thank decision makers when they do the right thing!
This landslide vote was a watershed moment for the environmental movement and we need to make sure the Commissioners are positively acknowledged!It's super easy. Go here: http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/406462345 and sign your name. Surfrider will print up all the signatures and then hand deliver them at the next CCC hearing in So Cal.
We are having a party next Saturday (Feb 23) at the OC Tavern to celebrate our win at the Coastal Commission hearing. We have three outstanding bands lined up (Bushwalla, Anna Troy and Austin Jennings). Plus, there will be a killer raffle…..and most importantly, all your friends who have helped protect Trestles and San Onofre will be there! Pass around the invite!
When: Sat Feb 23 at 8pm
Where: OC Tavern: 2369 El Camino Real,San Clemente
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Thursday, February 7, 2008
We Did It!! The Coastal Commission rejected the Toll road!
Yesterday was a great day for the coast!! The California Coastal Commission voted 8-2 to reject the planned 241 Toll Road and to protect Trestles and San Onofre State Beach. Thousands turned out for this historic meeting in Del Mar, making it clear to the commissioners that the destruction of state parks and coastal resources is unacceptable.
The record-breaking crowd was comprised of a diverse cross-section of beach users including surfers, students, families, seniors, fishermen as well as a large number of Native American tribal representatives. Also on hand was a massive contingent from the surf industry, including various manufacturers, shapers, media representatives and pro athletes.
Photo: Branimir Kvartuk
“Our supporters have logged countless volunteer hours on this campaign over the last several years,” said Moriarty. “Last night’s decision was an incredible affirmation for their efforts, and a testament to the power of grassroots activism.”
Many of you sent letters to the Commission and to the Governor asking that this road be blocked. Many of you told the Commission on YouTube to protect our state park and beach. And many of you showed up to the meeting prepared to demonstrate to the commission and the world that our parks and coasts are not to be destroyed.
Of course Surfrider Foundation didn't do this alone. We want to thank our partners with the Sierra Club, CA State Parks Foundation, Natural Resources Defense Council, Endangered Habitats League, Sea and Sage Audubon Society, Defenders of Wildlife, WildCoast and countless others.
While this decision is likely not the death knell for the toll road we would like, there will be a major uphill battle for them to overcome. We will be there at every step to trip them up and we will need your continuing support. If you haven't, please consider joining Surfrider Foundation and getting involved in your local chapter.
Thank you for protecting the coast.
The record-breaking crowd was comprised of a diverse cross-section of beach users including surfers, students, families, seniors, fishermen as well as a large number of Native American tribal representatives. Also on hand was a massive contingent from the surf industry, including various manufacturers, shapers, media representatives and pro athletes.
Photo: Branimir Kvartuk
“Our supporters have logged countless volunteer hours on this campaign over the last several years,” said Moriarty. “Last night’s decision was an incredible affirmation for their efforts, and a testament to the power of grassroots activism.”
Many of you sent letters to the Commission and to the Governor asking that this road be blocked. Many of you told the Commission on YouTube to protect our state park and beach. And many of you showed up to the meeting prepared to demonstrate to the commission and the world that our parks and coasts are not to be destroyed.
Of course Surfrider Foundation didn't do this alone. We want to thank our partners with the Sierra Club, CA State Parks Foundation, Natural Resources Defense Council, Endangered Habitats League, Sea and Sage Audubon Society, Defenders of Wildlife, WildCoast and countless others.
While this decision is likely not the death knell for the toll road we would like, there will be a major uphill battle for them to overcome. We will be there at every step to trip them up and we will need your continuing support. If you haven't, please consider joining Surfrider Foundation and getting involved in your local chapter.
Thank you for protecting the coast.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
BREAKING NEWS - CCC Says Toll Road Will Impact Surf Break!
This just in… Surfrider Foundation has received a copy of an addendum that was just released by the California Coastal commission staff and submitted to the commissioners for tomorrows meeting.
It states:
“A review of the TCA’s newly submitted Runoff Management Plan reveals that it is quite probable an increase in fine sediment will occur. Additionally, the flow velocities in San Mateo Creek are likely to be reduced. Either result will impact the continued existence of the cobble delta. Therefore, the Commission concludes that the proposed toll road will likely affect the specific mix of sediments, sands and cobbles thus resulting in an impact to the surfing resources.”
The report then goes on to say
“If adverse effects occurred, they would be unmitigable and irreversible.”
Again, this is the finding of the California Coastal Commission staff – an independent and non-partisan agency whose sole responsibility is to safeguard our beaches and coastlines, by enforcing the Califirnia Coastal Act.
Don’t let Trestles be destroyed! Please attend the Coastal Commission hearing tomorrow and let your voice be heard!
It states:
“A review of the TCA’s newly submitted Runoff Management Plan reveals that it is quite probable an increase in fine sediment will occur. Additionally, the flow velocities in San Mateo Creek are likely to be reduced. Either result will impact the continued existence of the cobble delta. Therefore, the Commission concludes that the proposed toll road will likely affect the specific mix of sediments, sands and cobbles thus resulting in an impact to the surfing resources.”
The report then goes on to say
“If adverse effects occurred, they would be unmitigable and irreversible.”
Again, this is the finding of the California Coastal Commission staff – an independent and non-partisan agency whose sole responsibility is to safeguard our beaches and coastlines, by enforcing the Califirnia Coastal Act.
Don’t let Trestles be destroyed! Please attend the Coastal Commission hearing tomorrow and let your voice be heard!
Free parking for toll road hearing!
This just in....
People attending Wednesday's hearing on the San Onofre State Beach -Orange County toll road issue won't have to pay the normal $9 parking fee at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, according to an update posted on the state Coastal Commission's Web site.
People attending Wednesday's hearing on the San Onofre State Beach -Orange County toll road issue won't have to pay the normal $9 parking fee at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, according to an update posted on the state Coastal Commission's Web site.
Go Green to the CCC hearing--carpool
If you want to hitch a ride, we are leaving from the following locations:
- Rob Field (in Ocean Beach/Point Loma--) 2525 Bacon St San Diego, CA 92107. Leaving promptly at 8:00am . This bus is full however we are setting up carpools here, so join us for a caravan!!
- Moreno Street Park and Ride (in Oceanside/Carlsbad—at I-5 and Hwy 78) 1928 Moreno St., Oceanside 92054. Leaving promptly at 8:00am. This bus is full however we are setting up carpools here so join us for a caravan!!
- Trestles Parking lot at leaving at promptly 7:00. We have limited space here, email Robin: robin.everett@sierraclub.org to get the last seats! But again, if the bus fills up, we will have a carpool organized.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Big Wednesday!
Trestles needs you to attend the Coastal Commission Hearing this Wednesday February 6, 2008!
This Coastal Commission hearing is our chance to stop the Toll Road through San Onofre State Park and Beach. With last week’s passage of federal legislation requiring the TCA to comply with state law, a “No” vote from the California Coastal Commission would be a killing blow to the Toll Road.
The hearing will start at 9am and will go all day. If you are not driving with our bus/carpool you can show up whenever you want. However, we'd like people there at 9am; and if you want to testify you need to turn in your speaker slip in the morning.
It's difficult to say how long the hearing will last. Our goal is to keep the venue filled with our supporters throughout the day. Even if you can only make it for part of the morning or the afternoon, that would be great!
If you are driving yourself, there is a $9 parking fee. However, thanks to the generosity of our friends at ASR and Dr. Know, we will be offering a few supporters (people who sign in at our booth) $5 in cash to help offset parking cost. This will be "on a first come, first served basis".
Is there a way to keep up with the day’s events?
Yes. The Surfrider Foundation will be webcasting updates using Twitter. Simply go to www.twitter.com/savetrestles for real-time updates throughout the day.
The Surfrider Foundation and projectBLUE will also issuing updates for those on site via cell phone using Pinger. Simply log on to www.betruetoblue.com/savetrestles to sign up for this service.
Don’t Forget…..Surfrider is also offering prizes, including two hand-shaped Rusty Preisendorfer surfboards, to attendees who show up in the most creative and original "Save Trestles" themed outfits.
When: Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Please arrive by 9am.
Where: Del Mar Fairgrounds—at Wyland. Hall. There is a large whale mural on the building 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, CA 92014 - Just off the I-5 in Del Mar at Via de la Valle exit.Visit http://www.sdfair.com/index.php?fuseaction=maps.home for complete directions. Park in the Main Lot – Enter through O’Brien Gate
This Coastal Commission hearing is our chance to stop the Toll Road through San Onofre State Park and Beach. With last week’s passage of federal legislation requiring the TCA to comply with state law, a “No” vote from the California Coastal Commission would be a killing blow to the Toll Road.
The hearing will start at 9am and will go all day. If you are not driving with our bus/carpool you can show up whenever you want. However, we'd like people there at 9am; and if you want to testify you need to turn in your speaker slip in the morning.
It's difficult to say how long the hearing will last. Our goal is to keep the venue filled with our supporters throughout the day. Even if you can only make it for part of the morning or the afternoon, that would be great!
If you are driving yourself, there is a $9 parking fee. However, thanks to the generosity of our friends at ASR and Dr. Know, we will be offering a few supporters (people who sign in at our booth) $5 in cash to help offset parking cost. This will be "on a first come, first served basis".
Is there a way to keep up with the day’s events?
Yes. The Surfrider Foundation will be webcasting updates using Twitter. Simply go to www.twitter.com/savetrestles for real-time updates throughout the day.
The Surfrider Foundation and projectBLUE will also issuing updates for those on site via cell phone using Pinger. Simply log on to www.betruetoblue.com/savetrestles to sign up for this service.
Don’t Forget…..Surfrider is also offering prizes, including two hand-shaped Rusty Preisendorfer surfboards, to attendees who show up in the most creative and original "Save Trestles" themed outfits.
When: Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Please arrive by 9am.
Where: Del Mar Fairgrounds—at Wyland. Hall. There is a large whale mural on the building 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, CA 92014 - Just off the I-5 in Del Mar at Via de la Valle exit.Visit http://www.sdfair.com/index.php?fuseaction=maps.home for complete directions. Park in the Main Lot – Enter through O’Brien Gate
CARPOOLERS - Looking for / offering rides?
Carpooling not only saves gas, in this case it will save you money (parking at the fairgrounds is $9!)
If you are looking for or offering a ride down to the Coastal Commission hearing on Wednesday, please post your information here in the comments section.
Thanks!
If you are looking for or offering a ride down to the Coastal Commission hearing on Wednesday, please post your information here in the comments section.
Thanks!
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Standing up for Trestles
Saturday morning, over 100 residents showed up in San Clemente to show their support for Trestles and San Onofre State Beach Park.
During the 3 hour demonstration, we had thousands of cars honk in support. Some people drivers even parked their cars and decided to join in!
During the 3 hour demonstration, we had thousands of cars honk in support. Some people drivers even parked their cars and decided to join in!
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