Over 1,000 signatures oppose radio tower in Yucaipa

Members of CPRL, a grass roots organization, argue that the tower threatens the preservation of the open spaces in Wildwood Canyon State Park. Lazer Broadcasting officials claimed that the tower would not be visible from hiking trails and equestrian paths, however, pressure from local residents and environmental groups forced the applicant to amend its original application and admit that the tower would in fact be visible from the state park.

In addition to resident opposition, the City of Yucaipa Opens Space and Trails Committee, the Yucaipa Valley Conservancy and the Yucaipa Equestrian Arena Committee have also expressed their concern to the Board of Supervisors.

Representatives from these influential community organizations are fighting to keep Yucaipa , Oak Glen and Calimesa rural and free from land exploitation and were present at the October planning commission meeting.

The public hearing gives residents the opportunity to directly express concerns in front of the board. Anyone who is interested in attending the hearing or to learn more about CPRL and the fight to save Wildwood Canyon State Park is strongly encouraged to contact CPRL on their website www.stopthetowernow.org.

You can also voice your opposition by calling the office of Supervisor Neil Derry at (909) 387-4855.

DIRECTIONS: Take Yucaipa Blvd. east to California Street. Turn south on California to Wildwood Canyon Road. Turn east on Wildwood Canyon Road to Canyon Drive. Turn north on Canyon Drive and follow the road to the park entrance.