Comments by Sabrina Brennan

Pillar Point beaches closed

April 19, 2011
It would be nice if the County put up some signage to identify Pillar Point beach numbers and clearly make closed beaches. This information would help parents better understand what beaches are polluted. It makes me sad when I see kids playing in polluted water around Pillar Point Harbor. Many parents are completely unaware of the problem because the beaches are not properly noticed.

Supervisors unanimously approve Big Wave permits

April 01, 2011
On the main page of the HMB Review website is a public opinion survey about the Big Wave Project. Please cast your vote. http://www.hmbreview.com/

Supervisors unanimously approve Big Wave permits

March 30, 2011
Two videos are posted on YouTube of the Board of Supervisors discussion with staff at the meeting yesterday. Big Wave Project: San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Meeting Video 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zxe6OFnEwsU Video 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVlkZTSr238

Montara residents should review the GGNRA proposed access portal

March 19, 2011
Thanks for the info Kevin. We have some dilemmas about GGNRA trailheads in Moss Beach and Montara. It seems that the best site for trail heads would be off the future Parallel Trail. Connector trails going from the Parallel Trail to Rancho Coral de Tierra trails might require easements across farmland. Designing a trail system that provides well planned connectivity takes time and will require multiple agencies to work together. The unincorporated towns of Moss Beach and Montara do not have any safe…

Marine Sanctuary: Don’t pup-nap newborn seals

March 14, 2011
Fitzgerald Marine Reserve: under-staffed and mismanaged Slide Presentation: http://www.scribd.com/full/50510695?access_key=key-2mrgb4em6vbmkwf4csev

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 14, 2011
The item has been removed from the Coastal Conservancy agenda as of today. The Coastal Conservancy has decided to wait to make a decision on funding for now. It's possible that the Coastal Commission will require modifications to avoid impacts to ESHA (Environmentally Sensitive Habitat Areas). If the trail width is reduced the cost could be reduced as well. The guiding principle for the Reserve from the adopted FMR Master Plan: "The fundamental concept underlying the Master Plan is that protection…

Weather Service forecasts .78 meter tsunami for Coastside

March 13, 2011
Seawalls prove to be counter productive... At least 40 percent of Japan’s 22,000-mile coastline is lined with concrete seawalls, breakwaters or other structures meant to protect the country against high waves, typhoons or even tsunamis. The risks of dependence on seawalls were most evident in the crisis at the Daiichi and Daini nuclear power plants, both located along the coast close to the earthquake zone. The tsunami that followed the quake washed over walls that were supposed to protect the…

Weather Service forecasts .78 meter tsunami for Coastside

March 13, 2011
In case you thought the breakwater would save us... The Kamaishi, Japan, breakwater was in the Guinness World Records as the deepest on the planet. It was a product of decades of research on wave dynamics and dissipation. But the tsunami made short work of it. Los Angeles Times LINK: http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fgw-japan-quake-breakwater-20110314,0,4883014.story

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 12, 2011
On March 11, 2011 the Coastal Commission voted to find that substantial issue exists with respect to Appeal A-2-SMC-11-010. This is a win for the environment, the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, trail lovers, visitors, and Coastside residents. The Dardenelle Trail petition was delivered to the Coastal Commission during the appeal hearing in Santa Cruz. The petition helped show the Commissioners that people care about preserving the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve for future generations. Over 200 signatures…

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 10, 2011
Over 200 signatures were collected in just over 72 hours. Thank!

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 10, 2011
In less than 72 hours were up to 136 signatures. Keep up the good work!

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 09, 2011
Were up to 98 signatures in less than 48 hours!!! Go team.

Save the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

March 09, 2011
Hello Keith, This is a San Mateo County project. San Mateo County Parks currently manages the FMR. The project plan came from the County and was approved by the County Planning Commission. The state is providing most of the bond money (about $750,000) for the project and the Coastal Conservancy is considering providing the additional $250,000 need at a meeting on March 17th in Oakland. This meeting is open to the public. The project will cost over a million dollars. I don't have time today to write…

Farm Bureau, Beautification Committee lost at least $360,000

March 08, 2011
Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival and San Mateo County Farm Bureau funds were embezzled. Records show deceased Half Moon Bay official stole money By Julia Scott - Published: 3/8/11 http://www.mercurynews.com/san-mateo-county/ci_17560703?source=rss&nclick_check=1

Storms erode beach at new Marine Reserve steps

March 04, 2011
The new Fitzgerald Marine Reserve staircase is currently being undermined by storm water runoff from an open drain pipe located next to the foundation of the stairs. Has the MCC gotten any update on the erosion problem from the County? Link to photos: http://www.thepelicaneye.com/2011/03/blog-post.html

Storms erode beach at new Marine Reserve steps

March 01, 2011
Is seems the County should be required to cover the cost of repairs and maintenance because they were negligent with regards to storm water drainage.

Storms erode beach at new Marine Reserve steps

March 01, 2011
Update: The erosion problem next to the new FMR staircase is getting worse with each winter storm. What are the grant funders contract terms with for maintenance?

Video: Highway 1 Citizens Committee inaugural meeting

February 28, 2011
Speak of the devil! Any news on the lawsuit Michon Coleman, SAMCAR Director of Government Affairs filed against her employer Steve Blanton, SAMCAR Executive Officer and the SAMCAR Board of Directors? LINK: http://www.documentcloud.org/documents/29072-samcar-michon-coleman-lawsuit.html

Video: Highway 1 Citizens Committee inaugural meeting

February 28, 2011
Hello Darin, The County has earned a reputation for unresponsiveness. At public meetings Midcoast residents have asked County Supervisors and staff for assistance with drainage problems, road closure, safe Highway 1 crossings and the "Parallel Trail" with little or no response. These public safety and emergency concerns have been put off indefinitely. Midcoast residents can't help but notice that unintelligent planning is on the front burner. Designing and building a million dollar staircase in the…

Video: Highway 1 Citizens Committee inaugural meeting

February 22, 2011
Looks like Len Erickson and his good-old-boy buddy Dave Holland, Assistant County Manager are continuing to lead the sheep to slaughter in this boring meeting video. During the Traffic and Trails "charrette" in 2009 the public overwhelmingly voiced support for the parallel trail and safe Highway 1 crossings. The Parallel Trail is a pedestrian and bicycle trail "parallel" to Highway 1 that will go from Montara to Half Moon Bay. The trail will provide safe access for children riding bicycles to and…

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