CVTC Meets Tonight

The Crescenta Valley Town Council meets tonight, Thursday, July 18, at 7 p.m. at the La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Blvd. Access through upstairs rear entrance on La Crescenta Avenue.

No agenda information was available as of press time.

Rosemont Preserve Open Gate Morning

An “open gate” event is taking place at the Rosemont Preserve on Sunday morning, July 21. This is a chance for residents to visit the Preserve and wander the trail at their own pace and enjoy the tranquil setting, the wildlife and the natural beauty. Photographers: bring your camera to capture the morning light and citizen scientists, bring your iNaturalist app to add your wildlife sightings!

The gate will be open from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Friends of the Rosemont Preserve Committee members will be available to answer questions and present this community resource.

The Preserve is located at the north end of Rosemont Avenue, just past the chain link fence. As street parking is limited, please park at Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. Those planning on walking the trails should wear sturdy shoes. 

This event is free to the public and suitable for all ages; no reservations required. Rain cancels. Sorry, no pets please. 

For further information, contact the Friends of the Rosemont Preserve at RosemontFriends@gmail.com.

CVCA Plans Monthly Meeting

The Crescenta Valley Community Association will have its monthly meeting on Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. The CVCA is a cross-jurisdictional, volunteer organization that encourages collaboration between community groups so that the Crescenta Valley can be represented with one voice. The meeting is held at the La Crescenta Library at 2809 Foothill Blvd. in the community room (entrance off La Crescenta Avenue). For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/393102097420539/.

CVTC Streets & Transportation Committee Meeting

The CV Town Council will have its Streets & Transportation Committee meeting on Wednesday, July 31 at 6 p.m. at CV United Methodist Church, 2700 Montrose Ave. in La Crescenta. Staff liaisons Gonul Duren, Steven Lu, James Yang from LA County Dept. Public Works will present updates on current projects and information will be provided regarding School Plan, Measure M transportation funding for La Crescenta, and other matters expressed by the community.

All are invited to attend.

Mars Talk at JPL

Prof. Steven Squyres will be giving a presentation on “Roving Mars: Spirit, Opportunity & the Exploration of the Red Planet” on Wednesday, July 24 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Beckman Auditorium at Caltech. The presentation is open to all and is free to attend.

AFC Seeking Support

Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy, the organization that secured the land that is now the Rosemont Preserve, is looking for financial assistance to purchase three top tier properties in the Hahamongna ~ Tujunga Wildlife Corridor. They are located in the middle of a passageway the AFC is working to establish between the San Rafael Hills and the Verdugo Mountains.

The AFC needs to raise $35,000 for delinquent taxes, interest and penalties on the land, plus miscellaneous other fees, but only has until July 23 to pay the County of Los Angeles. If more than $35,000 is raised the balance will be held in a separate fund to be used toward future acquisitions.

To donate, visit https://tinyurl.com/y4edulep or call (626) 796-0782.