The city of Goleta will host an informational meeting about the Fire Station 10 Tree Replacement Plan, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25 at the Santa Barbara Shores Open Space near Santa Barbara Shores Drive and Seagull Drive. Community members are invited to attend.
Fire Station 10 is a new fire station proposed at 7952 Hollister Ave. and approved by the Goleta City Council in December 2018, following a long and collaborative process with the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.
The California Coastal Commission also approved construction of the station in May 2019. A special condition of the Coastal Commission requires planting of 36 native trees in the Coastal Zone to replace eucalyptus trees that will be removed during construction.
In addition to new tree plantings at the Fire Station 10 site, 41 native trees are proposed for the offsite tree replacement plan at the Santa Barbara Shores location.
Construction of Fire Station 10 and the offsite tree planting is anticipated to begin in 2022.
The Santa Barbara Shores site was selected for offsite tree planting due to its location within the Coastal Zone and the current lack of native creek trees within the proposed planting area.
The concept plan adds 41 oak and sycamore trees to the Santa Barbara Shores site to enhance creek habitat. None of the existing trees at this open space will need to be removed.
At the meeting, city staff will present the concept plans, discuss the project, and answer questions. Those attending should wear a face covering when within six feet of fellow attendees.
For more information, contact contract planner Laura Bridley, lbridley@cityofgoleta.org or 805-896-2153. More about Fire Station 10 is available at https://cityofgoleta.org/FireStation10.