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Hahamongna's Fate: It's Up to You . . . and the County SupervisorsThe County Flood Control District has now released their revisions to the Final Environmental Impact Report for their Big Dig mining and trucking operation in Hahamongna. They have made some minor concessions, but the worst parts of their program are still there: 1) its too big; 2) too fast; and 3) too destructive to habitat, our air quality, traffic and neighborhoods. There is now a 45 day review period which extends from today until September 7th. We urge you to state your views on the revisions and the overall program itself. The ultimate decision on the fate of Hahamongna will be made by the County Board of Supervisors, which must act to certify that the entire EIR is in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This is the time for those who care about Hahamongna to speak with a loud voice telling the Supervisors to Save Hahamongna and ensure that the sediment removal program is reshaped along more sustainable and environmentally-sensitive lines. | ||
Remaining Steps to Save Hahamongna:
Factsheet EIR Revisions Sediment Resources Contact Supervisors | ||
Altadena Heritage Forum on Eaton Pipeline and Big Dig | ||
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Arroyo News
Is re-introducing steelhead trout into the Arroyo Seco another fish tale? | July 23, 2017 - Will the future of the Arroyo favor concrete or fish? Steve Scauzillo covers the history and prospects of native fish in the Arroyo featuring historian Tom Tomlinson and the work of the Arroyo Seco Foundation. |
Why the World's Rivers Are Losing Sediment and Why It Matters | July 20, 2017 - Here's a very illuminating article about the importance and value of sediment. Very relevant to the analysis of what should be done about sediment behind Devil's Gate Dam in Hahamongna. |
Why a judge isn't keen on a plan to divert water from Arroyo Seco to your tap | July 18, 2017 - The Arroyo Seco Canyon Project has received a big setback. Superior Court Judge Richard Fruin ruled that the environmental document for the project did not adequately evaluate the impact of Pasadena's water diversions on critical downstream habitat. Some aspects of the program will go on, but a full environmental impact report will be required for anything related to increasing local water supplies. |
Plans, Funds for First Phase of 'One Arroyo' Restoration Approved | July 18, 2017 - The Arroyo Advisory Group presented its first report-back to the Pasadena City Council on Monday night, outlining their plans and process to promoting "One Arroyo." |
Arroyo Seco Foundation Talks Bringing Trout, Other Native Fish Back to Pasadena | July 12, 2010 - Fish, like Rainbow Trout and even the majestic steelhead, used to be an important part of the Arroyo Seco. Tonight the Arroyo Seco Foundation will host a meeting to discuss the past, present and future of fish in the Arroyo Seco. Don't miss it. |
The LA River Dreams of Its Future | July 10, 2017 - Larry Wilson talks about the future of the LA River, water quality, and a variety of other issues. Seven architectural firms take a crack at visioning plans for the future. See if you are as disappointed with Gruen's treatment of the Arroyo Seco Confluence as we are. What a lack of biology and vision! |
Arroyo Seco Foundation |
 Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery |