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U.S. Secretary of Commerce hearing announced for Trestles toll road situation
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Mike Cianciulli
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August 26, 2008
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Trestles supporters were left in the dark over the past six weeks.
But that didn't slow the fight against the proposed 241-toll road extension that would slice through San Onofre State Park. Since the UCI Bren Center pulled out as the location for the federal hearing, it was unclear whether the public would even get one last chance to have their voices heard. But just because the future was uncertain, didn't mean anti-toll road groups such as the Friends of the Foothill, Sierra Club and Surfrider Foundation remained quiet.
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The hearing is slated for September 22, 2008 in O'Brien Hall at the Del Mar Fairgrounds from 10:30 am until 8:30 pm. The opportunity is available for individuals, elected officials, organizations and tribes to voice their concerns about the final leg of the 241, which threatens Trestles and San Onofre State Park. Coalition groups are urging all concerned citizens to show up in full force as well as submit a written request to speak at the hearing. Written requests must be received by September 12th and include the individual's full name, address, and declare that they are speaking as an individual, not an organization. The Secretary will create a testimony schedule with speakers randomly selected. Priority will be given to elected officials, then organizations and tribes, with individuals testifying on their own behalf last. But, just because you might not actually speak, shouldn't deter you from letting Washington know you want to. The more requests that are received should send a message that the public is truly concerned. If you wish to speak, you must mail your request via USPS or commercial carrier (no email) to: Thomas Street, Attorney Advisor NOAA Office of General Counsel for Ocean Services 1305 East-West Highway, Room 6111 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Regardless, anyone who opposes this toll road is encouraged to attend and bring friends. There is a size limit to the signs allowed in the hall, which is 13 inches x 24 inches. There will also be boxes in the hearing room to collect written comments. Plus, there will be additional opportunities to comment after the hearing up until October 2, 2008. According to Surfrider's Matt McClain, if the Secretary's verdict is in support of the CCC ruling, the road won't get built and the TCA will have to start at square one. If the CCC ruling is overturned, Surfrider plans to keep fighting and the TCA still has to secure seven permits as well as go back in front of the CCC. Whether a new hearing is granted or not, the Secretary of Commerce is expected to announce their decision before the new President takes office in January of 2009. Mark your calendars for September 22nd and look out for more updates as they become available. For a complete rundown on the Trestles/241 situation, pick up the Fall issue of WATER Magazine, available in early September. MORE SURF NEWS SURFLINE HOME PAGE |
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Comments: (36) Add Your Comment
singlefin 09/02/2008 07:23 AM
we all need to embrace the aloha spirit the ocean is important to us all. as well as the land we have in cali. main thing is that we all need to support our cause to protect the land and sea for the future generation i want my kekis to surf da same places i surf. i hope da toll road does not go into affect
Jim Pilkenton 08/29/2008 08:29 PM
I began surfing Trestles when the Mp's would bust you (like me) and the public was not welcome back in 1962 or so. Thankfully (no matter your political agenda) President Nixon Opened up 6 miles of beach to the public (San onofre). Arnold wasn't even in the U.S. yet. That was an outstanding move from a politician that didn't have to do it but did.
Now fast forward to today. Here we go again. No more MP's but big government and big bucks taking back what belongs to the public.
Deppressed, Jim!
Bobnauctious 08/29/2008 09:29 AM
i will crap on arnolds family if the toll road passes
Don 08/28/2008 10:52 PM
The time wasted on this mindless banter could have been better spend writing a letter of opposition.
Get to it. Make a difference.
RB 08/28/2008 08:33 PM
I have lived here all my life since 1947. I first surfed at Riviera in 1958 on an airbag. I love this place and still surf regularly. I do not want to see what the developer kooks did to Dana Point in the 60's happen again to Trestle's and our beloved San Mateo camp ground. I am going to the hearing on September 22. If you Bro's have this much energy to stink eye each other I hope you can also bring it with unity to the cause at Del Mar in September. NEVER GIVE UP - KEEP ON SURFING!!
Arnold Don't surf ! 08/28/2008 06:12 PM
Hey speedy, go back to your black balled beach to sponge. So it's ok to black ball surfers ?
Friends don't let friends sponge ! Stick to the issue at hand this is about preserving a state park.....
Richard friends don't let friends longboard ! You must be a union worker ? If nobody has anything positive to say about this issue shut the f up !
Richard 08/28/2008 06:08 PM
You got Me! 'Put a condom on' is right...I am actually just trying to stir up the issue to get more people riled up. Look at all the comments...it works! However, 1 road is the the least of our problems. SO cal steals water from millions and causes severe permanent damage to the environment so you can live next to palm trees and beaches. A forced man made oasis in a desert is a bigger issue. Wanna help mother nature, MOVE! and Mr. Dennis Nease... I will be seeing you around apparently.
Jack 08/28/2008 04:08 PM
There is way more at stake than hippies and surfers not wanting a surf spot destoryed. There is ENDANGERED wildlife living there, and it is also one of the last natural habitats left in all of california. Everyone shut the fuck up with your stupid surf localism pride and start looking into the deeper issue. That being said, it would ruin Trestles and probably Church as well, both favorite spots of mine.
speedy 08/28/2008 03:38 PM
I am an advocate for the environment but I fail to see why one would fight to save a place he or she is not allowed to enjoy them.
speedy 08/28/2008 03:32 PM
Let them close build it we will only be saving a surf break for people. I can't support a place that bodyboarders are not welcome just as surfers are. until we can all unite in the water how can we ever unite against something like this.
Dennis Nease 08/28/2008 11:02 AM
This is for lowers local, buddy you hit it on the needle head, I was gonna say exactly what you said, I dont know why I held off,and to the guy who said richard has a point, we are not all hippies,get a career deploy to Afganistan, or the big I possibly Anbar Province 1 year ago. Then youll impress me.
Put a condom on the Richard 08/28/2008 10:38 AM
Richard - quit faking like you're from Hawaii and wishing ill will on So Cal. I'm guessing you are just trying to stir up controversy with your antics. It's not funny. We will see you in Del Mar, correct?
devon 08/28/2008 10:36 AM
hey "richard has a point"
unlike you, we have a heart and care about surfing/our beaches. so for all of you losers who think that you can tell us what to do..you better shut it.
Brutus 08/28/2008 10:33 AM
Hey Richard, i will find you and MURRRDERRR you.
devon 08/28/2008 10:32 AM
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hey paul. i would shut up if i were you.
trestles is actually important to some of us who care.
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