SAS News
Conservation Report by Nancy Arbuckle
Conservation News
Restore Sharp Park:
An extraordinary victory for people and the environment was won in early December 2011 when the San Francisco Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance for long term restoration and management of Sharp Park with the National Park Service.
Many individuals had contacted the Supervisors regarding the issue.
Below is a portion of a letter sent by SAS member, Joe Morlan, on 12/03/11 to the Supervisors.
It encapsulates what we are trying to save at Sharp Park.
"I just want to add my name to the voices extolling the potential environmental and recreational value of returning the property to a coastal estuary. That would greatly enhance the wildlife diversity and value while providing recreational and educational opportunities as a wildlife viewing area. I urge you to seize this opportunity to return the property to an environmentally sustainable park which will provide educational and recreational benefit to all."
Joseph Morlan, Pacifica, CA jmorlan@ccsf.edu
However, on December 20, 2011 San Francisco Mayor, Edwin Lee vetoed this legislation.
On January 10th, the full SF Board of Supervisors will vote on Mayor Lee's veto of Supervisor Avalos' ordinance. Sharp Park's future remains uncertain.
New Group Forms to Oppose Cargill and DMB's Proposed Development on RWC Baylands
By Nancy Arbuckle
Redwood City Neighbors United is a new group of Redwood City neighbors and residents who want what's best for the community. They have formed due concerns over Cargill and DMB's Saltworks Project, a project that has serious implications not only for the environment, but also for the local economy and the future of Redwood City and surrounding areas.
Cargill and DMB's Saltworks development is one of the biggest issues we are facing right now. Yet, some of the most important questions are not being discussed—the enormous traffic impacts, the threat to limited water supplies, and how the project might divert much-needed attention away from revitalizing RWC's downtown.
This group was organized to make sure people are aware of these critical issues and to demonstrate to city officials that the community is opposed to this development. This project is not only in the wrong place, but is incredibly risky—environmentally, financially, and for our quality of life.
RCNU supports responsible, smart growth that respects RWC's vision, as illustrated in the City's new General Plan that promotes growth downtown, near shops, restaurants, and transit. RCNU members do not want to see their community undermined by the Cargill and DMB plan to place houses on the salt ponds east of 101.
Please consider signing on as a supporter of Redwood City Neighbors United. The larger the base of support, the louder our voice! Visit rcnu.org to add your name.