This Week in Santa Clarita has been focusing environmental issues relating to urban run off, storm drains and the Santa Clara River. In this final segment of a three part series, This Week takes a look at where all the storm water and urban runoff ends up and how a local elementary school built a rain garden to prevent urban runoff.
Archive for the ‘environment’ Category
Around Town: Lyons/I-5 Interchange Beautification Project Construction Update
March 9, 2012
The City of Santa Clarita is currently beautifying the on- ramps and -off-ramps at the Interstate 5 and Lyons Avenue interchange.
Large Oak Trees have been planted all along the on and off ramps.
This project began in late November and is scheduled to be completed in Spring 2012.
In addition to the beautification efforts, a new landscape median is being installed on Lyons Avenue.
A Closer Look at Urban Runoff, Storm Drains and the Watershed: Part 2 Video
March 1, 2012
Part two of the three part series, This Week In Santa Clarita focuses on environmental issues relating to urban runoff, storm drains and the Santa Clara River. In this segment This Week takes a look into the storm drains themselves and gets to see how they’re cleaned.
How Pollution in Santa Clarita Stormwater Drains Affect the Environment: VIDEO
February 28, 2012
This Week in Santa Clarita is starting a three part series focusing on environmental issues on water in the City of Santa Clarita. Part one of the three part series concentrates on stormwater drains and how water and other pollutants affect the environment.
For more information about being green in Santa Clarita, visit GreenSantaClarita.com.
City of Santa Clarita Achieves “Silver” Status as a California Green Community
February 24, 2012
Soledad Canyon Road Median Improvement Project.
The City of Santa Clarita will be recognized by representatives of the California Green Communities, an environmental recognition program, at the Tuesday, February 28, City Council meeting for achieving “silver” status as a result of the city’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Santa Clarita is one of only four cities to be honored by California Green Communities for its efforts.
Bouquet Canyon Road Improvement Project.
California Green Communities was created in 2009 and is spearheaded by Environmental Media Association (EMA), Southern California Edison, and Green Seal. The recognition program is a community-based effort that encourages cities to adopt environmentally sound practices involving energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, renewable and alternative fuels, efficient transportation and other activities. To participate in the program, cities must develop their own action plan to identify projects and activities they will implement to reach Silver, Gold and ultimately Platinum status once all identified project areas are complete.
For more information visit the City’s website and for information about going green in Santa Clarita visit GreenSantaClarita.com.
Solar Panels Spreading Across the City of Santa Clarita
February 15, 2012
Homes and businesses in Santa Clarita are installing solar panels at a record pace. In 2011, Building & Safety issued 257 solar permits, compared to 86 permits in 2010 and 30 permits in 2009. So far in 2012, Building & Safety has issued over 10 solar permits per week. At the current rate, Building & Safety will issue over 500 solar permits this year.
Over one megawatt (roughly 17,000 light bulbs) of new commercial solar-generated power has been installed in Santa Clarita each year for the past two years.
For more information about Building & Safety visit Santa-Clarita.com, and for more information about going green in Santa Clarita visit GreenSantaClarita.com.
2012 Earth Arbor Day Festival Preview: VIDEO
January 30, 2012
This Week in Santa Clarita previews the upcoming 2012 Earth Arbor Day Festival, presented by the SCV Family of Water Suppliers, happening Saturday, April 14, at from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Central Park.
2012 Santa Clarita Green Guide and Calendar
January 27, 2012
Click image for flyer of events.
The 2012 Santa Clarita Green Guide is now available on the City’s Green Santa Clarita website. The Green Guide shows a list of events like Earth Arbor Day and Bike to Work Day happening throughout the year along with green tips and information.
For more information about the Santa Clarita Green Guide, visit GreenSantaClarita.com.
Egg Plantation Recognized as First Certified Green Restaurant in the City of Santa Clarita
December 22, 2011
On Wednesday, December 21, the Egg Plantation in Old Town Newhall was recognized by the California Department of Resources, Recycling and Recovery for its green friendly business practices.
Egg Plantation was selected as a Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP) recipient because of its sustainable efforts in diverting 20,000 pounds of food waste from landfills in 2010, saving an estimated $2,000 annually.
Mayor Laurie Ender presented the WRAP certificate of recognition to Egg Plantation, which is the City’s first and only Certified Green Restaurant.
For more information, contact City Administrative Analyst Brendie Heter, at (661) 286-4098 or visit greensantaclarita.com.
City and Waste Management Offer Residents a New Way to Save on Waste Services: VIDEO
December 20, 2011
This Week in Santa Clarita covers the new 35-gallon Super Saver bins provided by Waste Management.
Contact Waste Management customer service at (661) 259-2398 and start Super Saving and Super Recycling today! For more information, please contact City Environmental Services Analyst Brendie Heter, at (661) 286-4031 or visit GreenSantaClarita.com.
