Quarry May Replace Trees

Many of your readers are unaware that S. P. Milling has purchased 502 acres of prime citrus and avocado orchards east of Santa Paula, with intentions of mining. This property is north of California 126 and includes Boulder Creek (formerly known as Lords Creek). At present, quarry plans include building asphalt and cement plants, with mining operations to take place on 50-acre parcels.

For those who feel “you can’t fight City Hall,” I suggest reading a recently published article in the San Diego Union that noted the H. G. Fenton Material Co. withdrew its request to the Board of Supervisors there to operate a controversial rock quarry near the Lawrence Welk and Champagne retirement villages. The quarry had been opposed by nearby residents.

If you wish to help Stop Mining In Rural Fillmore, please contact SMIRF, P.O. Box 886, Fillmore CA. 93016.

KATHLEEN C. HOBSON

Santa Paula