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…
New Biological Study Sought Some History: As you all know, More Mesa is the last, large, undeveloped, open space in urban Santa Barbara. This coastal treasure is known for its outstanding biological and visual resources, and has been a recreational haven for Santa Barbara residents for almost six decades. Large developments on More Mesa were proposed,…
Birds In addition to our permanent bird population, some fall migrants are stopping over on More Mesa, and many of our winter residents have already arrived. In the past two weeks, the following birds have been observed on More Mesa: Northern Harrier Sharp-shinned Hawk Cooper’s Hawk Loggerhead Shrike American Kestrel Savannah Sparrow Song Sparrow White-crowned…
In June of this year we reported that the permit submitted by developer, Jack Maxwell, to convert the “remodel” in the Hacienda Vieja project to a duplex, was approved by the Planning Commission. This disappointing decision allowed what will be, in effect, a sixth residence in a very environmentally sensitive area. Because MMPC believes it…
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…