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Don't like plastic in the river? Check out these green baggies

Posted by on 26 September 2011 | 0 Comments

Don't like plastic in the river? Check out these green baggies:

Pretty cool environmentally-sensitive company that created USA-made reusable sandwich/snack baggies.

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Did you see our Op-Ed in the LA Business Journal?

Posted by on 20 September 2011 | 0 Comments

Did you see our Op-Ed in the LA Business Journal?:

Investing in Los Angeles River Offers Alternative to More Fees

OP-ED: Two Views - Running Off Business? By Harry B. Chandler Monday, September 19, 2011 

Howard Fine’s article on the state’s proposed rainwater runoff rules makes the point that business will be hit hard by any increase in fees, especially in a down economy. But it does not have to be that way.

The law requires all of us to take responsibility for protecting our rivers, streams, beaches and ocean. Storm water fees are a critical part of that protection as they fund larger infrastructure projects that individuals and businesses cannot accomplish on their own.

And we have seen the return on our investment. It was not too long ago that pollution from storm drains and rivers made our local beaches places to avoid. It was an embarrassment to a region that derives so much of its economic power from its location by the water. Now our beaches are back, largely due to enforcement of the rules and laws that exist for their protection.

But today we still have work to do. Despite our past efforts, we are not where we need to be to comply with federal laws on the quality of our water. Decades of paving over L.A. neighborhoods has increased storm water runoff that carries harmful pollutants through the historic Los Angeles River to the coast. In both dry and wet weather, our runoff goes to the river, sometimes treated and sometimes not.

But in difficult times, we must find creative solutions, not give up the fight. See more online!

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Amazing LA mural - 1/2 mile long

Posted by on 17 September 2011 | 0 Comments



Amazing LA mural - 1/2 mile long

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One of our great river leaders Congresswoman Lucille...

Posted by on 16 September 2011 | 0 Comments



One of our great river leaders Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard.

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The LA River Revitalization Corporation has been selected as a...

Posted by on 16 September 2011 | 0 Comments



The LA River Revitalization Corporation has been selected as a non-profit to receive funds from the Sharing Festival, an annual event at Youngnak Presbyterian Church of LA. Its purpose is to raise resources and awareness to the community of Lincoln Heights and various non-profit organizations in LA.

  Come out on Oct. 8th and 9th. Go to www.youngnak.com to see how you can help. Share the gift of sharing!

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My first official interview as Executive Director

Posted by on 15 September 2011 | 0 Comments

My first official interview as Executive Director:

Thanks David Abel for interviewing me for @planningreport.   

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The Great Wall Along the L.A. River Reflects American History

Posted by on 14 September 2011 | 0 Comments

The Great Wall Along the L.A. River Reflects American History:

Check it out this Sunday at 3pm

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Check out drawings of what people imagine along the LA River

Posted by on 13 September 2011 | 0 Comments

Check out drawings of what people imagine along the LA River:

Thanks @ronmilam for helping us to facilitate this fun interactive piece for our event!

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http://arroyolover.blogspot.com/2011/09/los-angeles-river-revitalization.html

Posted by on 13 September 2011 | 0 Comments

http://arroyolover.blogspot.com/2011/09/los-angeles-river-revitalization.html

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Thank you for the support of Let's Talk River!

Posted by on 11 September 2011 | 0 Comments

It was awesome to see 100 plus supporters come join us for our inaugural event.  It was great to welcome me, Omar, at the ED and to honor Councilman Ed Reyes.  Appreciate the support of our major corporate sponsors CODA Automotive and Sempra Energy.  Plus we the wonderful presence of Councilmembers Tom LaBonge, Council President Eric Garcetti,  Supervisor Gloria Molina, Assemblymember Bob Blumenfield, and Deputy Mayor Romel Pascaul!

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