More than 40 trees cut down at historic seaside garden without permission
Felling of over 40 palm trees without council permission caused public outcry. Initial discussions for gardens did not include palm removal plan. [ more ]
After grassroots outcry, Gilroy city council has a change of heart on restaurant parklets
The city council in Gilroy, California has voted unanimously to create a parklet program for downtown and allow current parklets to stay standing.
The council initially voted to let the permit for a parklet expire, but after public outcry and protests, they changed their decision and decided to support parklets going forward. [ more ]