But it is hard not to end up totally disgusted with COB… / Facebook Post, Whatcom Hawk

Squalicum reroute16 hrs July 3, 2015  Wendy Harris

Guys, I try. I really do. But it is hard not to end up totally disgusted with COB, especially anytime they engage in “habitat restoration”.. i.e, fish projects.

I have been a big critic of fish restoration projects because too often, they are only intended to benefit the fish, ignoring the reason that fish bearing streams have been so important for biodiversity.. Continue reading

Not Happy With City Public Notice, Related Information and Materials / FB Post, Whatcom Hawk

whatcom hawkYesterday at 3:44pm June 25, 2015  Wendy Harris

The city [of Bellingham] has been getting very sloppy with its public documents, failing to having appropriate documents related to hearings or work sessions available, or available in adequate time before a public hearing.

At the last planning commission work session for the CAO, the city cited the final habitat restoration plan, but it was not available for public review and I have yet to see a copy. Continue reading