Tag: environment
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Arizona Border Hearing Reveals Impact of Illegal Crossings
The continuous influx of undocumented migrants crossing the U.S. border illegally is having detrimental effects on both the environment and local communities, as highlighted by a recent hearing held by the House Committee on Natural Resources in Sierra Vista. Environmental Degradation Undocumented migrants traversing through the desert landscape are leaving behind substantial amounts of garbage…
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Pima County Experts Advise on Desert Wildlife Interaction
At a recent forum hosted by the Green Valley Council on Living with Urban Wildlife, experts from various departments shared invaluable insights on coexisting with desert critters. Let’s delve into the key takeaways and recommendations provided by Conor Eldridge, an environmental educator from Pima County’s Natural Resources, Parks & Recreation department, along with Rachael Spencer…
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Anza Trail Reopened Amid Kirkland-County Dispute: Latest Updates
The Anza Trail, previously blocked due to a five-month dispute between property owners and Pima County, has been temporarily reopened. The controversy began in August when Green Valley resident Scott Kirkland closed off a portion of the trail passing through private property, citing concerns such as trespassing, motorized vehicle traffic, and privacy issues. While the…
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Green Valley Residents Engage in Outdoor Lighting Code Update
John Grahame, a member of DarkSky International Southern Arizona Chapter, expressed his enthusiasm following a forum on the outdoor lighting code update for Pima County and the City of Tucson. The event, attended by about 100 Green Valley residents, featured discussions led by Bill O’Malley, Chair of Green Valley Council’s Planning and Architecture Committee, and…
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Sahuarita Residents Oppose Vulcan Asphalt Plant at Council Meeting
A significant number of residents gathered at the Sahuarita Town Council meeting on Monday night to voice their strong opposition to the hot-mix asphalt plant proposed by Vulcan Materials Company north of Quail Creek. The attendees, consisting of various community members, expressed concerns about the potential negative impacts of the proposed plant. Allegations of Misinformation…
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Sahuarita Hot-Mix Asphalt Plant Study: Low Emission Impact Assured
A comprehensive analysis of potential impacts on air quality resulting from the proposed hot-mix asphalt plant in Sahuarita has indicated that the site is unlikely to generate emissions that violate federal standards. The town of Sahuarita, in its pursuit of transparency, requested the Vulcan Materials Company to conduct this study as part of the application…
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Santa Rita Mountains: Mining, Hollywood, Apache Legacy Unveiled
The Santa Rita mountain range, named after Saint Rita, holds a fascinating history that stretches back millions of years. Volcanic activity formed these mountains 20 million years ago, creating a 26-mile range running north to south, now nestled within the Coronado National Forest. Despite their natural beauty, the Santa Ritas were not spared from human…