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Archive for March, 2010
Preview Of Upcoming 2010 Santa Clarita Earth/Arbor Day
March 31, 2010Cross Valley Connector Grand Opening
March 31, 2010
This Week In Santa Clarita covers the Cross Valley Connector Grand Opening held March 20, 2010.
Eggstravaganza, Splash and Dash Egg Hunt Happening April 3
March 30, 2010
The popular Eggstravaganza event will be held at Central Park this year.
The City will host two springtime community events this Saturday, April 3 at 10 a.m., including the Splash and Dash Egg Hunt at the Sports Complex Aquatic Center and Eggstravaganza, held at Central Park. Presented by the City and the Saugus Action Committee, Eggstravaganza allows kids aged 1-10 to grab their baskets and join Mr. E. Bunny for a fun Egg Scramble egg hunt. The park will be divided into two different areas by age so everyone has a fun and fair time. There is no cost to attend the event, but attendees are encouraged to bring one non-perishable item to donate to the SCV Food Pantry.
The City's Splash and Dash Egg Hunt will be held at the Aquatic Center's Waterslide Pool.
Residents can also hop over to the Aquatic Center’s Water Slide Pool for the City’s First Annual Splash and Dash Egg Hunt. Make a splash in the pool at the free event to collect and redeem eggs for fun prizes. The egg hunt will be divided into two time slots and age groups to ensure a fair shot at the fun: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. for kids 5 years and under, and 10:30-11:0 a.m. for kids 6-10 years. Free life jackets will be provided and attendees are invited to stay and play in the toasty Waterslide Pool following the event.
Household Hazardous Waste Round-Up Coming To C.O.C. Saturday April 10
March 30, 2010
The City of Santa Clarita is inviting residents to bring their unwanted household and electronic waste to the Los Angeles County Household Hazardous Waste /E-Waste Round-Up on Saturday, April 10, 2010. The free community event will be held at the College of the Canyons’ Upper South Parking Lot from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Household Hazardous Waste/E-Waste Round-Up allows residents to safely and securely dispose of household hazardous waste and unwanted electronic equipment (e-waste). E-waste items eligible for disposal at the event include computers, printers, televisions, VCRs, cell phones, fax machines, stereos, and monitors. A number of household hazardous waste (HHW) items will also be accepted, including toxic products used for cleaning, painting, beautifying and disinfecting.
Cross Valley Connector Bridge Now Open
March 29, 2010
Mayor Laurene Weste, joined by the Santa Clarita City Council and dignitaries, cuts the ribbon for the official opening of the road.
The Santa Clarita City Council hosted community members and dignitaries last Saturday at the Grand Opening for the Cross Valley Connector. The bridge connecting Newhall Ranch Road to Golden Valley Road over the Santa Clara River was the final link in making continuous travel possible between I-5/126 across town to the 14 Freeway.
Despite high winds, hundreds of residents showed up for the momentous occasion.
l-r: Councilmember Bob Kellar, Greg McWilliams, CEO, Newhall Land, Larry Rasmussen, CEO, Spirit Properties, Councilmember Laurie Ender, Mayor Pro Tem Marsha McLean, Mayor Laurene Weste, U.S. Congressman Howard P. McKeon, Councilmember Frank Ferry, Ara Najarian, Metro Board Chair, Adolpo Bailon, representing U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer, Dave Perry, representing L.A. County 5th District Supervisor Michael D. Antonovich
An estimated 400-500 people were in attendance for the festivities.
l-r: Councilmember Bob Kellar, Councilmember Laurie Ender, Mayor Pro Tem Marsha McLean, U.S. Congressman Howard P. McKeon, Mayor Laurene Weste, Councilmember Frank Ferry
The Cross Valley Connector was made possible through a mulitude of private/public partnerships. U.S. Congressman Howard P. McKeon played a critical role in providing funding for the network of roads.
Members of the Tataviam Band of Mission Indians delivered a Tribal Ceremonial Blessing.
Once the ribbon was cut the Wells Fargo Stagecoach led a procession of classic cars, cyclists and Tank the Skateboarding Bulldog. Winners of a radio contest on KHTS AM 1220 won the chance to ride on the stagecoach with Mayor Laurene Weste. The winners were: Kristijana Hordov, Susan Cuffari, Carol Marino and Ann Fry.
Planning Commission Chair Diane Trautman (left) and Mayor Pro Tem Marsha McLean join the procession.
Over 40 vintage and classic cars were among the first to travel the bridge.
Councilmember Laurie Ender
Councilmember Bob Kellar (right) and Spirit Properties CEO Larry Rasmussen
Councilmember Frank Ferry
Tank the Stateboarding Bulldog found his way into the action.
When all was said and done the bridge was opened.
2010 Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival Preview
March 29, 2010
This Week In Santa Clarita previews the 2010 Cowboy Festival.
2010 Hit the Trail Event Coverage
March 26, 2010
This Week In Santa Clarita’s coverage of last Saturday’s Hit the Trail community bike ride.
The City of Santa Clarita’s Cross Valley Connector To Open Saturday
March 25, 2010
The final piece of roadway, that connects the cross town commute is the bridge over the river connecting Newhall Ranch Road with Golden Valley Road
The final link of roadway, connecting I-5 and Highway 126 accross Santa Clarita to the 14 Freeway, will be open this Saturday, March 27. Grand Opening ceremonies will be held at 11 a.m. on the Newhall Ranch Road side of the bridge. *
The Cross Valley Connector is a network of roadways which has taken over 10 years and $245 million to assemble. There will still be work left to do, namely a road widening near the 14 Freeway, landscaping and other improvements, but Saturday will mark the first time community members will be able to travel continuously from one side of Santa Clarita to another using only the Cross Valley Connector.
Click on image to go to interactive map of the Cross Valley Connector
The map above has pictures and stories relating to the various sections of the Cross Valley Connector.
*To view the invitation for the Grand Opening of the Cross Valley Connector click here. Those attending the Grand Opening need to enter from Newhall Ranch Road/Bouquet. For questions call: 661-255-4939.
Around Town: Towsley Canyon in Santa Clarita
March 24, 2010The pictures in this post were taken Tuesday morning at Towsley Canyon.
After a good dose of seasonal rain, Ed Davis Park in Towsley Canyon is green with vegetation.
There are different trail options at Towsley Canyon. The 5 mile loop is popular with hikers, trail runners and mountain bikers. The pictures in this post were taken while traveling along the lower entrance to the 5 mile loop. The trail ascends steadily and gradually for the most part, but there are portions that can be strenuous to novice hikers.
When in season, the California Poppy can be found blooming along the trail.
Wild flowers are blooming in abundance right now at Towsley Canyon. The flowers are beautiful this time of year, but can wreak havac for those with sensative allergy problems.
One of the payoffs of taking the 5 mile loop is the incredible view of the Santa Clarita Valley. There are vantage points along the trail where you can see clear to the Castaic Dam and the 14 Freeway – from the same spot.
Here water is flowing through a natural rock formation in the Canyon known as the Narrows.
Towsley Canyon is located along the Old Road near the Calgrove exit of I-5. For directions, trail maps and more information click on LAMountains.com here.
Hit the Trail 2010
March 23, 2010
This picture shows riders leaving from the Valencia High School trail start.
The City of Santa Clarita’s Hit the Trail community bike ride took place last Saturday against a backdrop of warm weather and clear skies. Guided bike rides started from three locations around Santa Clarita. The riders above were among a group of about 50 who started at Valencia High School.
Mayor Laurene Weste and Jon Dell, with event partner radio station KHTS AM 1220, welcomed riders as they arrived. KHTS emceed all of the events of the day. Hit the Trail was a part of the Healthy Santa Clarita initiative which is meant to provide resources and events focusing on healthy living.
Tricycle races for all ages were a popular activity at Bridgeport Park. Juice It Up! donated free juice samples to the riders, Castaic Lake Water Agency was on hand with water and lunch was provided by Jersey Mikes.
The Santa Clarita Velo is an active supporter of cycling in Santa Clarita and has participated in the Hit the Trail event each of the last three years. This year they had a booth and served as guides at the ride starting points.
The Santa Clarita Velo also produces their own event, the Santa Clarita Century, which includes a 100 mile bike and other smaller rides, all happening on Saturday April 3.
At times competition was fierce at the tricycle races.
