The Banning Ranch Conservancy was founded in 2008. But with the acquisition of the property, the nonprofit has turned its gaze toward preserving other areas of Orange County.
Officials approved contracts for the design of expansions at Shalimar and Ketchum-Libolt parks, and the installation of LED lights at two sports complexes, made possible by state Sen. Dave Min and Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris.
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State Sen. Dave Min (D-Irvine) secured $10M for upgrades at the Jack Hammett Sports Complex and Fairview, Shalimar and TeWinkle parks, while Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris dedicated $1.2M to expand Ketchum-Libolt Park.
The state grant will help clear up problematic makeshift camps and their attendant hazards, while transitioning individuals to safe housing options and restoring park lands.