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Starting off the new year, it seems like the right thing to do is to
give thanks to those who helped TERA through such a successful 2006. Of
course, the danger is that in thanking some deserving parties, other
deserving parties are omitted, causing hard feelings and resentment. This
has been an on- going issue for some in the Eagle Rock Community. But it
is going to be our philosophy during 2007 that, as President Harry Truman
once postulated, you can accomplish almost anything if you don’t care who
gets the credit. So rather than argue who actually did it, or who should
get the credit for doing it, we’re going to take the position that the
important thing is that “IT” get done, and if we can help get it done, we
will. It doesn’t matter who gets the credit.
That being said, I want to begin 2007 by thanking the TERA Board
Members for the time and effort that they give to making Eagle Rock a
better place in which to live and work. TERA Board Members are Frank
Parrello, Pauline Mauro, Liz Wagner, Scott Bogue, Keith Louie, Jeanine
Colini, Kathleen Long, Mary Tokita, Michael Zamarripa, and Terri Wahl.
I’d also like to give a special thanks to Hilary Norton Orozco for her
many years of service on the TERA Board. Hilary has served on the Board in
all capacities, from member of the Board of Directors, to chairing the
Planning and Land Use Committee, to Vice President, and finally, President
of TERA. Hilary stepped off the Board in October and we look forward to
when her busy professional and personal schedule permits her return.
Thanks also to the ERCPR Board and its President, Linda Allen, for all
of the hard work in pushing the Colorado Boulevard Parking Program from a
concept developed by consultant Mott Smith through the Planning
Commission, the City Council’s Planning and Land Use Management Committee,
the full City Council, and then getting the guidelines through the City
Planning Commission. As part of that effort, the Colorado Boulevard
Specific Plan was modified to finally allow designated historic buildings
within the Colorado Boulevard Specific Plan area an exemption from parking
requirements, consistent with existing regulations citywide.
Thanks to the Collaborative Beautiful, Eagle Rock for its work in
creating a more beautiful Eagle Rock, planting medians and for their
generous donation to TERA’s Eagle Rockdale Community Garden from the
profits of their plant sale during the TERA Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour,
this past October.
Thanks also to Mary Tokita and Joan MacNeil for their continuing work
in making the Eagle Rockdale Community Garden available to urban gardeners
throughout the community and to Frank Parrello for chairing TERA’s
Preservation, Planning and Development Committee, and thanks for the work
of the PP&D Committee Members over the last year.
Many thanks to the Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour Committee, co-chaired
by TERA Board Members Pauline Mauro and Maria Nazario, and all of the
efforts of volunteers and docents. We deeply appreciate the Fraternal
Order of Eagles, in Eagle Rock, allowing us to use their aerie as the
starting point for the 2006 tour. This year’s Home Tour was one of the
most successful ever and we all look forward to working with new co-chair
Rich Puz on the eighth annual Eclectic Eagle Rock Home Tour, scheduled for
October 14, 2007 (for those of you wishing to do a little advance schedule
planning).
It was our pleasure to work with Denise Miller, President of the Eagle
Rock Chamber of Commerce, on numerous issues throughout the year and we
look forward to working with her throughout 2007. And thanks to the Eagle
Rock Neighborhood Council’s continuing work. I will miss having Jessica
Wethington MacLean co-chairing the ERNC Planning and Land Use Committee,
but look forward to working with co-chairs Randy Levine and Bob Arranaga,
as well as with ERNC President Brian Heckman and the Directors on the
ERNC.
And thanks to the residents and businesses who have supported TERA in
its ongoing efforts to make Eagle Rock a great place in which to live and
work. Starting into 2007 we find ourselves with an ambitious agenda and
look forward to your continued work and support. Happy New Year! Now,
let’s get to work.
Michael Tharp,
President
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Planning,
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Throughout the years TERA has had difficulty in learning about various
land use matters that may have an impact on part or all of the Eagle Rock
Community in a timely fashion. Ideally, notice of a project would be given
when it was filed with the City. However, in spite of an “early notice
system” for the Neighborhood Councils, matters continue to escape notice.
Therefore, starting in 2007, TERA is going to review City notices of
hearings and will post those notices in the e-letter. We won’t catch every
one, but fewer will slip by. And in future e-letters we will again review
where to find out more information about the various matters that may be
coming up for public hearing. The following matters are coming up for
review and decision:
COLORADO BOULEVARD DESIGN REVIEW BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DATE: Thursday, January 11, 2007
PLACE: Eagle Rock Branch Library
TIME: 6:00 PM
5027 Caspar Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044
Case No. DIR-2006-10322-DRB-SPP: 2700 W. Colorado Blvd. Design review
of replacement signage for Eagle Rock Plaza (replace one large pole sign
and 3 single-face wall signs).
Applicant: Neal Kleinman, Centro Eagle Rock, LLC Representative: Cheryl
Strukelj
For more information contact the Community Planning Bureau, City Hall,
Room 667, 200 N. Spring St. 200 N. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213)
978-0626 (Tom Henry) email: tom.henry@lacity.org . MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR
THE ABOVE REFERENCED CASES ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT THE DEPARTMENT OF
CITY PLANNING OFFICE AT THE ABOVE ADDRESS.
CITY OF LOS ANGELES, DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING, ADVISORY AGENCY/
DIVISION OF LAND
An application requesting permission to subdivide, as described below,
has been filed with the City Planning Department, Advisory Agency. You are
invited to attend the public hearing at which interested persons may ask
questions or present testimony regarding the application.
Hearing By: Parcel Map Unit, Division of Land DATE: Wednesday, January
17, 2007, at 2:40 p.m. or after. Hearing will be held at Main City Hall,
200 North Spring Street, Room 1020, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
Contact Staff: Susan Palmas
Phone No.: (213) 978-1333
email: Susan.Palmas@lacity.org
Case No.: AA-2006-3934-PMLA; CEQA No.: ENV- 2006-3935-MND
Address: 1572 W. Silverwood Drive
Council No.: 14
Plan Area: Northeast Los Angeles
Zone: RE11-1
Neighborhood Council: Eagle Rock
Applicant: Tim Hayden
Contact No.: Tim Hayden, 626 355-2408
PROPOSED PROJECT: Preliminary Parcel Map to merge six existing lots and
a re-subdivision into three parcels totaling 49,963 square feet, to allow
the construction of three single family dwellings in the existing RE11-1
zone.
REVIEW OF FILE AND WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE: Written comments may be
delivered to and the file may be reviewed up to the day before the public
hearing, at the following address: City Planning Department., Division of
Land/Parcel Map Unit, 200 North Spring Street, Room 750, Los Angeles, CA
90012. Open: Monday-Friday 9 AM to 4 PM.
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Our friends at the Theodore Payne Foundation, LA County’s only entirely
California native plant nursery, book and seed store, have contributed a
great deal in time, effort, and native plants to TERA’s Eagle Rockdale
Community Garden. Below is their schedule of upcoming public events:
818-768-1802 or www.theodore
payne.org
Theodore Payne Class Calendar Winter 2007: still a good time to plant
California natives.
The staff and instructors at Theodore Payne can help you get a new
garden underway or spruce up an existing one!
Please call 818-768-1802 to reserve your space for classes. Please
check in at the bookstore on the day of the class or volunteer activity.
More classes to come! Please check our website regularly for updates. Feel
free to email class ideas to Carmen at programs@theodorepayne.org.
California Native Plant Horticulture with TP Webmasters Ken and Rhonda
Gilliland Saturday, January 6, 2007, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. $35 for
members (TPM), $45 for non-members (NM) This class will cover a wide range
of topics, including the definition of native plants and why they're
valuable, plant communities, plant requirements, establishment, planting
details, pruning, irrigation, maintenance and where to see and buy native
plants. It is recommended for anyone who is just getting started with
natives and as a precursor to our California Native Plant Garden Design
Course. Please call to register in advance.
California Native Plant Garden Design Course - A 3-part series of
classes with Landscape Architects Anna Armstrong and Richard Walker -
Limited to 12 students January 13, 2007, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (Intro to
Design/Designing with Native Plants)January 27, 2007, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
(Review of Diagrams and Maps, More about the Design Process) February 10,
2007, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (Design Presentations and Instructor
Feedback)$135 for TPM; $180 for NM; $195 for TPM couples working on one
design and $255 for NM couples working on one design We've expanded our
design course to offer you, the home gardener looking to design a cohesive
native plant garden, a comprehensive yet concise series of classes. You
will learn a sound foundation in design, including what is involved in the
design process, the importance of sustainability, design styles, how to
model a garden after patterns in nature, devising a base/plot plan,
hardscape materials, irrigation, soils and more. You will do your own base
map for the second class and, during the third class, will present your
own design to the class for feedback and comments. This course is not for
absolute newcomers to natives. All students must have a workable
understanding of natives and those who do not should take the Native Plant
Horticulture Class first. Please call the office in advance of the class
to register. Prepayment is required because the class is limited to 12
students for maximum individual attention.
California Native Plant Garden Design Course - A 3-part series of
classes with Landscape Architect Amy Nettleton - Limited to 8 students
January 27, 2007, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm (Intro to Design/Designing with
Native Plants)February 10, 2007, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (Review of Diagrams
and Maps, More about the Design Process) February 24, 2007, 10:00 am -
1:00 pm (Design Presentations and Instructor Feedback) $135 for TPM; $180
for NM; $195 for TPM couples working on one design and $255 for NM couples
working on one design We've expanded our design course to offer you, the
home gardener looking to design a cohesive native plant garden, a
comprehensive yet concise series of classes. You will learn a sound
foundation in design, including what is involved in the design process,
the importance of sustainability, design styles, how to model a garden
after patterns in nature, devising a base/plot plan, hardscape materials,
irrigation, soils and more. You will do your own base map for the second
class and, during the third class, will present your own design to the
class for feedback and comments. This course is not for absolute newcomers
to natives. All students must have a workable understanding of natives and
those who do not should take the Native Plant Horticulture Class first.
Please call the office in advance of the class to register. Prepayment is
required because the class is limited to 8 students for maximum individual
attention.
California Native Plant Horticulture with Landscape Designer Stephanie
Wilson Blanc Saturday, February 3, 2007, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. $35 for
TPM, $45 for NM. This class will cover a wide range of topics, including
the definition of native plants and why they're valuable, plant
communities, plant requirements, establishment, planting details, pruning,
irrigation, maintenance and where to see and buy native plants. It is
recommended for anyone who is just getting started with natives and as a
precursor to our California Native Plant Garden Design Course. Please call
to register in advance.
Creating a Native "Native" Garden with Mark Acuna - An introduction to
Gabrielino/Tongva ethnobotany and celebration of Southern California plant
life Saturday March 10, 2007, 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $35 for TPM, $45 for
NM Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm A discussion of the uses for many native
plants, their Tongva names and the various types of gardens (i.e. -
medicinal, edible, structural, wearable and spiritual) that can be created
with native plants. Anyone interested in landscaping their garden in a way
that honors the original uses and maintenance of our beautiful native
flora should not miss this class! There will be lots of photos and live
plants to enhance the experience. Please call to register in advance.
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At Carlotta's
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January 13th to February 18th, 2007
Ranking amongst the top Latina visual artists, Irene Carranza has
achieved iconic status in the art world. Robert Pincus, art critic for the
San Diego Union- Tribune, says Carranza's work conveys “an emotional core”
that is “not just about design and color – it is sophisticated and
populist” at the same time. Irene creates her works in a variety of media,
including oil, acrylic, charcoal, and pastel on canvas, paper and wood. Of
her work, she says, “Each painting is an invention. I rarely work from
life. My process is as intuitive as I can make it. I begin each work with
no preconceived agenda, idea or philosophy. Each piece of art has its own
life. During the course of its creation, the work often goes to unexpected
places.”
Since 1997, Irene has been developing a significant body of work that
is connected by the notion of feminine mystique and the interpretation of
what makes a human "feminine". They are tales with allegorical references
to death, beauty, innocence, wisdom and strength. Of this opus, Irene
says, “Inspiration comes from the great circle of women, past and present,
of which I am a part. I am at once concerned with defining myself and on
defining a style that is continually evolving." “When I began painting I
also began to better appreciate and enjoy my ‘female-ness' for the first
time, to see how beautiful and mysterious all women truly are. My art is
always about following my impulses as to what I believe is beautiful,
interesting, and poetic. I want to present the beauty of life, what the
Navajo call 'hozh q'. It has been a sacred task, and I have been known to
make sacrifices for it. My creativity is fueled by my interactions with
others who approach me and exclaim that a painting I've created moves
them, pacifies them, heals them, or simply looks good over their
fireplace."
Irene enjoys a large and loyal following of collectors, including
Congressman Xavier Becerra, Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard, the
legendary Carlos Santana, actors Matthew McConaughey and Salma Hayek,
Dolores Huerta, Mexico's Jose Jose and Juan Gabriel, and Spain's Carlos
Baute. The City of Los Angeles, the Museum at Watts Towers, Arizona State
University, and the University of Texas also own her some of her works.
Some of public may not know Irene Carranza by name, but they have most
likely seen her artwork on numerous occasions. It has been included in
feature films, television shows, and national advertisements for companies
such as San Antonio Winery, Nordstrom, Mitsubishi Motors, SEIU, ABC, and
Wescom Credit Union.
Ms. Carranza's vibrant art has graced the pages of Latina Magazine,
including an article written about her and her decision to switch careers
from graphic designer to full-time visual artist and painter. The American
Heart Association commissioned 50 limited edition prints for their
benefactors. People en Español magazine has used her paintings several
times for their Christmas cards. Her story also appears in the two-volume
coffee table set “Contemporary Chicana and Chicano Art”, a book
chronicling emerging and established artists in the United States of
Mexican descent. In this hallmark book, Irene is described as follows: “On
the surface, Carranza's works are about women. Certainly that is their
subject matter - and it would be easy to avoid further interpretation
simply because the women and the artworks are so lovely to behold. At a
deeper level, however, her works are about issues that women face, and
they pay tribute to the resilient feminine spirit. Although the artist
depicts women in different ways - mostly traditional, some contemporary-
she recognizes the complexity of their lives and ultimately portrays them
as strong.”
About Carlotta’s Passion Fine Art
Carlotta's Passion Fine Art specializes in works by masters and
emerging artists from the Americas. We also host a many musical, literary,
and educational events.
Carlotta’s Passion Fine Art is located at 2012 Colorado Blvd. in the
Eagle Rock neighborhood of Los Angeles. The cross street is Maywood.
Business hours are Wednesday through Sunday, from 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
For more information, additional photos, or to be added to the mailing
list, please call 323.259.1563 or email rs@carlottaspassion.com
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Historic Home
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Local Partnership Helps to Preserve Los Angeles Originals
The Los Angeles Conservancy has formed a joint partnership with the
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and the California Real Estate
Inspectors Association (CREIA) to raise awareness about the benefits of
historic home inspections. “We’re excited about the partnership,” said
Linda Dishman, executive director of the Conservancy, the country’s
largest local historic preservation organization. “L.A.’s historic
properties are irreplaceable, and they have special needs when it comes to
inspections. It’s important for owners or buyers of historic structures to
find an inspector who understands preservation and can identify
maintenance issues that might compromise their safety or integrity. A
number of ASHI and CREIA members fit the bill, with specialized expertise
in helping owners understand how they can make repairs and adapt a
historic home for modern use while maintaining its unique character.”
Participate in a Historic Home Inspection
The Conservancy will formally announce the partnership at a joint press
conference on Tuesday, January 9 at the 1887 Heim House in Angelino
Heights, one of L.A.’s most historic neighborhoods. In conjunction with
the announcement, ASHI and CREIA representatives will conduct a walk-along
home inspection for members of the media and other guests.
“The Heim House is a Los Angeles Historic- Cultural Monument and part
of a National Register Historic District,” said Rob Paterkiewicz, ASHI’s
executive director. “It’s the perfect location to kick- off this
partnership and to show people what’s involved in a historic home
inspection.”
Details about the walk-along inspection are below:
Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2007
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (Tour immediately follows the announcement)
Location: 1320 Carroll Ave., Los Angeles 90026 (Located near the corner
of Carroll Avenue and NE Edgeware Road)
CREIA member and historic home expert Duane McCutcheon will lead the
tour. “Older homes have a lot of stories to tell, and the Heim House is no
exception – it’s a gem of Victorian architecture and Los Angeles history,”
said McCutcheon. “Inspectors of historic homes can read a building,
sharing its history with clients and helping preserve it for future
generations.”
Find a Historic Home Inspector
Home and building owners interested in locating a historic
home/building inspector in their area can visit www.ASHI.org
or www.CREIA.org.
Using the advanced “Find an Inspector” search engine home owners can
customize their search and identify inspectors by language, specialty and
ancillary services provided.
In addition to the “Find an Inspector” tool, home owners can learn more
about a house and what to expect from a home inspection by taking the
industry’s first audio-guided Virtual Home Inspection at www.ASHI.org.
The online tool simulates an interactive tour of a home’s 10 major
systems, in accordance with ASHI’s Standards of Practice, providing an
overview of each area, along with photos depicting common problems and
defects.
For more information about the partnership or to RSVP for the
walk-along inspection on Tuesday, January 9, please contact Alissa Lew at
312.861.5225 or by email at Alissa.Lew@mslpr.com
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Conservancy
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Conservancy Preservation Award Applications are due by Jan. 31, 2007.
The Los Angeles Conservancy is now accepting nominations for our 26th
Annual Preservation Awards. Presented each May during National
Preservation Month, the awards recognize outstanding achievement in the
field of historic preservation. Winners are selected by an independent
jury of leading experts in architecture, historic preservation, and
community development.
Preservation Award winners range widely, from sensitive restoration,
rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse projects, to groundbreaking advocacy
and education efforts by individuals and groups. We encourage submissions
from throughout Los Angeles County that illustrate the value and power of
historic preservation. Past recipients include the Dr. Ralph J. Bunche
Peace and Heritage Center, Oaklawn Bridge and Waiting Station, Palomar
Senior Apartments, Pann’s Coffee Shop, Pantages Theatre, Point Fermin
Lighthouse, City of San Fernando Historic Preservation Element, and Valley
Municipal Building.
To qualify, projects must have been completed by December 31, 2006, and
be located in L.A. County. Construction projects may be commercial,
residential, or institutional. Historic landscape projects, as well as
contributions to preservation education or program development, are also
encouraged.
The deadline for submitting nominations is January 31, 2007. Each
nomination has a non- refundable application fee of $50 You can download a
nomination form below or request one by calling the office at (213)
623-2489.
Downloadable application: http://www.laconservancy.org/Prese
rvation_Awards_2007.doc
Information about last year's winners:
http://www.laconservancy.org/iss
ues/issues_presawards06.php4
Please let us know if you have any questions, and we appreciate your
help in spreading the word!
Cindy Olnick, Communications Manager, Los Angeles Conservancy
213.430.4214 (p)
213.623.3909 (f)
colnick@laconservancy.org
www.laconserv
ancy.org
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Legacy of the
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Master Craftsman: Exploring the Work and Life of William Lees Judson -
David Judson Leads Discussion on the Legacy of the Art Glass Pioneer on
January 25, 2007.
Established in 1897, Judson Studios was, and still is, considered one
of the top art glass studios in the world, having created countless pieces
for churches, homes and other structures worldwide. Founding patriarch
William Lees Judson's vision was to combine tradition and modern
innovation which set the standard for art glass in the decades to follow.
Judson's Studios current managing director - and Williams'
great-great-grandson, David Judson, will present an evening delving into
the artistry, craftsmanship and legacy of Judson who, in addition to his
art glass studio work, depicted exquisite grace and beauty in his
nature-inspired paintings of California scenery.
"William Lees Judson: Craftsman at Heart, Painter By Trade" is
sponsored by The Friends of the Gamble House Annual Sidney D. Gamble
Lecture series and takes place 7:30 p.m. on January 25 at the Neighborhood
Church, 2 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena.
In addition, a tour of Judson Studios in Highland Park will take place
January 27. Ticket prices are $25 for the general public, $20 for Friends
of the Gamble House (FOGH) members, and $15 for students. Tickets for the
tour are $25 general public and $20 for FOGH members and students.
For more information and to order tickets, call (626) 793-3334 ext. 52
or visit www.gamblehou
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7th Annual
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7th Annual Nacimiento Tour, Sunday, January 7, 2007
Merry Merry, riding through the streets, zigzagging thru cars and
Christmas trees, all in fun to find the best of nacimientos! Come join us
in City's 7th Annual Nacimiento Tour , Sunday, January 7, 2007.
The free tour will start at noon and wind its way through homes and
public displays of East Los Angeles' rich folk art of nativity scenes. The
tour is either self- guided by car or you can join the bike tour. The
15-20 mile bike tour covers the communities of Highland Park, Lincoln
Heights, and Boyle Heights.
The bike tour starts at the Avenue 26 Goldline Station parking lot. The
bike tour registration begins at 11:30 am. Ride starts at 12:00 pm.
Helmets are required.
Self guided car tour - check out the year's map at
www.theraretimes.com. Take the self guided tour any time between noon and
4:00 p.m. The homes will be available for viewing from 12 noon to 4 pm.
Bike RSVP: Email: lmvela@earthlink.net by Sunday, January 7, 2007
Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition 213-629- 2142
Flyer available at www.labikecoalit
ion.org
Sponsors include the Latino Urban Forum, The Rare Times, Los Angeles
County Bicycle Coalition (LACBC), and of course, the residents. For more
information and or to RSVP email: lmvela@earthlink.net. Rain or threat of
Rain Cancels!!!
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Gamble House
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The Gamble House at 98 years old is proudly launching a new in-depth,
craftsman-led tour.
Master wood craftsman, Jim Ipekjian, has created and will lead a 2-1/2
hour tour that will reveal to the visitors how architects Charles and
Henry Greene, contractors Peter and John Hall and their craftsmen, created
The Gamble House, the furniture, and the decorative arts.
The tour will debut on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Additional
public tours will be scheduled throughout the year and the dates posted on
the website: www.gamblehouse.org. Private groups may also book this tour.
General admission to the public tour, $75 per person, private group rate
for 8 people, $560.
Bobbi Mapstone, PR Manager for The Gamble House
4 Westmoreland Place
Pasadena, CA 91103
Tel. Gamble House 626 793-3334
Fax 626 395-9783
website: http://www.gam
blehouse.org
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Letters |
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Subject: buying organic in Eagle Rock
I went once to the Eagle Rock Farmers Market and I did not see one
vender that was certified organic. They can say they don't use pesticides
but unless they are certified you have no idea if they are just saying
that. Same with La Canada Farmers Market.
I go to Montrose because there is ONE vender selling vegetables that is
certified organic. I would prefer to shop locally but I will drive farther
to avoid pesticides.
Sincerely,
Jersygirl7@earthlink.net
I knew that if I plugged the ER Farmers Market last week while
suggesting that people buy organic, someone would write about the lack of
certified organic foods. Hopefully, as the importance of contol of
pesticides becomes more evident to people, there will be more certified
organic vendors at all markets. I would make a comment about balancing the
difference between possible pesticide consumption and the tail pipe
pollution resulting from driving a greater distance, but someone would
write back that they drive a Prius or, even better, bicycle to the
certified organic vendor of their choice, so I'll just keep quiet, except
to say that I think it's great that Eagle Rock has a Farmers Market and
that it deserves our support.
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