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Greenbelt Newswire
In this edition Vote Tomorrow: Greenbelt Alliance Voter's Guide Vote YES on these key initiatives to fight climate change, prevent sprawl, encourage public transportation use, and preserve Bay Area open space. California Statewide: East Bay: Moraga: Pleasanton: Marin: Napa: Solano: Sonoma: Morgan Hill:
Success: Marin Fee Will Create Affordable Homes Good news for affordable homes in Marin! Now Marin workers will have a chance to live closer to their jobs. On October 14, Marin County Supervisors voted unanimously to establish a fee on new single-family houses to benefit the county’s affordable housing trust. The fee is based on the size of the house, increasing with the square footage. Greenbelt Alliance spoke up for the fee and applauds this decision, which will raise much-needed funds to create affordable homes in Marin.
Action Alert: Attend Final Meetings for Concord's Future For more than a year, Greenbelt Alliance has been advocating for a sustainable vision for the Concord Naval Weapons Station, and the plan has come a long way. Now it’s getting down to the wire at three decisive final meetings. The community has spoken out in favor of a large regional park, homes near public transportation, and no development east of Mount Diablo Creek and south of Bailey Road. Speak out now to make sure the City Council follows through! All meetings are in the Council Chambers, Concord Civic Center, 1950 Parkside Drive, Concord.
Get involved!
Action Alert: Speak Up for Cloverdale Boundary The last Sonoma County city without an urban growth boundary is at risk of missing its best chance to put one in place! The Cloverdale Planning Commission is reviewing the environmental impact of the city's General Plan on November 5. As it stands, the plan is vague about drawing a line defining where growth should or shouldn't happen and leaves the town open to potential sprawl development all the way to Asti. Tell the commissioners that an urban growth boundary will protect Cloverdale's small-town feel and preserve farms and open space around it, and that the General Plan is the right place to define that boundary.
For more information, contact Daisy Pistey-Lyhne at daisypl@greenbelt.org.
Action Alert: Tour San Pablo Avenue's Potential Nov. 15 In the East Bay, local leaders from El Cerrito and Richmond are teaming up with Greenbelt Alliance and other allies to envision a better avenue between their cities. San Pablo Avenue is ready for new homes, jobs, and shops, so more people can take advantage of public transportation along this important corridor. Greenbelt Alliance will host an urban outing on November 15 to showcase ways to create thriving walkable and climate-friendly neighborhoods. The tour is in partnership with Urban Habitat, the Greater Richmond Interfaith Program, and the Great Communities Collaborative.
For more information or want to attend contact Daniele Petrone at (415) 543-6771 x315 or at cdtintern@greenbelt.org.
Success: Smart Infill Guidebook Selling, Winning Praise Since its October 1 release, Smart Infill is receiving rave reviews and selling fast. In these uncertain times, Bay Area leaders are glad to get a clear-eyed resource offering real solutions and encouraging smarter, more sustainable growth. In an October 13 editorial, the San Jose Mercury News observed, "Climate change is the latest reason for cities to embrace this kind of planning. New state legislation now encourages it. Smart Infill makes both the reasons and the strategies clear." With step-by-step guidance through all stages of development, the 76-page guidebook is a thorough, accessible resource. It includes 12 city case studies and examples from many more cities and towns all around the Bay Area, large and small. Order yours today! Smart Infill is available for $10 each. Place an order now. "Smart Infill is an impressive resource; every metro area in the country should have—and use—a guide like this."
Volunteer of the Month: Mary Patire Events and outreach assistant Mary Patire believes in helping people make their neighborhoods better. She was drawn to Greenbelt Alliance's efforts to help people preserve and improve the important things about their communities. Mary helped plan our 50th anniversary celebration. She scanned decades of photographs, sifting through materials to uncover a wealth of history, and corresponded with donors and members who would be attending the event. She helped make the event the success it was. Mary attends UC Berkeley, where she is studying how to promote sustainability in businesses. Thank you, Mary, for your contributions to Greenbelt Alliance!
Greenbelt Alliance in the News Executive Director Jeremy Madsen spoke on two radio broadcasts: "Infrastructure projects linked to economic recovery" on KCBS and "Open space ballot measures" on KQED. "Diablo Grande [a massive subdivision outside Sacramento] reminded me of what the Bay Area might look like if there was no Greenbelt Alliance." Urban Outing: Fort Funston, San Francisco Chronicle, Oct. 16
SAT Nov 8: Maguire Peaks Hike, Mt. Diablo
Spread the Word about Greenbelt Alliance! Let more people know about Greenbelt Alliance’s work by reviewing us at greatnonprofits.org. Thank you!
Become a Member or Renew Your Membership Support Greenbelt Alliance's work to protect the Bay Area's open spaces and vibrant places. Join or renew now, or join the Greenbelt Guardian monthly donor club. And don't forget to ask your employer about matching contributions!
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