Escondido will be considering some significant changes in its election rules at the Oct 21, 2020 meeting (item 10, pg 302-3060). Sierra Club supports staff recommendation for the reduction in campaign contributions–even though they are still quite high compared to other areas. But, the staff is not recommending restrictions, such as San Marcos has, that … Read Full Article ▸
Please attend Rancho Lilac Public Workshop Oct 15th 6PM on Zoom
Please attend SANDAG’s October 15 zoom meeting (details below) and remind SANDAG that Rancho Lilac was acquired to conserve species and habitats, providing a “net environmental benefit” above and beyond traditional mitigation, and not for recreational purposes. Suggested talking points have been provided by the habitat advocates. Also see WHCC’s August 28 letter as background. Meeting … Read Full Article ▸
Escondido Mayor McNamara files Support for North County MSCP
One of the most important decisions to be made about the fate of wildlife and plant species in the North County, will be decided on October 28 by the San Diego Board of Supervisors. Last week, Escondido Mayor Paul McNamara sent a letter to Chair Cox and the Board of Supervisors and joined us to … Read Full Article ▸
San Diego Coalition Opposes Palomar Heights Proposal
On October 21, the Escondido City Council will vote on the Palomar Heights proposal. NCG, along with a strong coalition of nearly 15 local organizations, has opposed this project for being significantly under-density and not including enough affordable housing. On September 18, the coalition filed a request to deny the Palomar Heights proposal: We strongly … Read Full Article ▸
NCG Comments Palomar Heights, EscoPlanComm Sept 22, 2020 7 PM
NCG ConsCom filed a comment letter on the proposed redevelopment of the old Hospital Site in central Escondido. The hearing will be held at the Planning Commission on September 22, 2020 at 7 PM. City information about the project and instructions for commenting here. Please attend and file your own comments if you are interested … Read Full Article ▸
Sierra Club Support for transit-oriented and infill development
Working closely with our San Diego Chapter, our Sierra Club North County group has been clear and actively promoting the kind of housing development we support. Here are just a few letters related to topic. Sierra Club NCG recommendations regarding how to increase housing in Escondido. Sierra Club and Quality of Life Coalition request for … Read Full Article ▸
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