The city of Goleta, in partnership with Ellwood Friends, invites community members to share their ideas and help shape the future of the docent program at Ellwood Mesa Butterfly Grove at a free event, 6-7 p.m., Wednesday, April 30, at Goleta Community Center, 5679 Hollister Ave.
Spanish interpretation will be available.
“We look forward to engaging with the community to help revitalize the docent program, reflecting the values of those who visit and care for the grove,” said Leonel Mendoza-Diaz, Goleta recreation supervisor. “This session will help us ensure that the program continues to thrive and evolve in a way that benefits the butterfly habitat and the community.”
The evening will open with an update from George Thomson, Goleta Park and Open Space manager, who will discuss ongoing projects, including monarch butterfly habitat restoration, wildfire prevention efforts, and improvements aimed at enhancing public access to Ellwood Mesa.
The session will be facilitated by city consultant LegacyWorks.
To attend, RSVP here.
Ellwood Friends is a community-based organization committed to the preservation and stewardship of Ellwood Mesa.
For more, contact Melissa Cure in the Goleta’s Neighborhood Services Department, mcure@cityofgoleta.org or 805-961-7554.