As the year comes to a close, we would like to share some highlights of MMPC’s work in 2007: More Mesa was offered for sale in early January, at an asking price of $110 Million. There seem to be no serious buyers at this time. However, if the developable area on the 265 acre property…
In mid afternoon of July 18th a fire broke out on the eastern edge of More Mesa. Winds were potentially very dangerous. In fact, at first assessment, it appeared it might be difficult to contain the fire, which was spreading in a northwesterly direction. However, within less than ten minutes, the Santa Barbara County Fire…
Many of you may remember the long and protracted campaign concerning the Hacienda Vieja Project. From 2004 to 2006, the More Mesa Preservation Coalition fought through all the public processes to ensure that this development was appropriate for More Mesa. We were deeply concerned about the size, bulk and scale of the proposed structures, as…
Earlier this year, in the February News, the More Mesa Preservation Coalition reported that More Mesa was for sale … for $110 Million. Shortly after this sale offering appeared in the “Multiple Listings”, the owner contracted with a local company to survey the property. The “poles” and flags” that may be seen in various areas…
Spring has come to More Mesa. Kites on the east side are nesting and we are expecting chicks soon. Many hawks are also nesting on, and around, More Mesa. And although the Northern Harrier was seen on More Mesa on April 10, it should be leaving in the near future for its breeding territory. While…