Officials say they'll fight a plan to build a regional emergency operations center on 15 acres of the state-owned site, identified as a housing opportunity site.
Given the theme “The Art of Collaboration,” the $234-million all-funds budget reflects a $16.7-million increase in general fund revenue from the city’s 2022-23 adopted budget.
City Council members voted in 2021 to allow non-motorized gliders at Fairview, while staff worked on a park master plan. Instead, staff pushed for a ban on all aircraft, which the council rejected Tuesday.
California's Office of Emergency Services wants to use 15 acres of the state-owned Fairview Developmental Center to more quickly respond to regional disasters. The public has until Monday to comment on possible impacts.
After decades of flying model aircraft at Fairview Park, where protected species live, the Harbor Soaring Society may soon be grounded for good, unless the City Council grants a reprieve.