The Senator Reports

July 31st, 2008

Imposing Impossible, Impractical Standards on California's 8th Graders
By Senator Mark Wyland (R-Carlsbad)

In February, the Coastal Commission voted against completion of State Route (SR) 241, the Foothill-South Toll Road. I disagree with this decision for a variety of reasons but most notably because a complete Route 241 would strengthen safety standards. As we clean-up from last year's devastating fires and prepare ourselves for the future, we know that adequate infrastructure is essential to public safety.

As it stands, the Transportation Corridor Agency filed an appeal to the Secretary of Commerce, requesting that the Coastal Commission vote be overturned. The Secretary of Commerce will hold a public hearing on the issue in the near future.

Unless your voice is heard now, unelected and unaccountable environmental extremists will have their way, ensuring that our local freeways continue to stay overly congested and unsafe. I urge you to get involved today while there is still something we can do to make a difference.

Visit www.relievetraffic.org for more information.

Senator Mark Wyland represents the people of the 38th Senate District, which includes cities in north San Diego County and the south Orange County cities of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

If you would like to get a message to Senator Mark Wyland, contact his San Diego County District office at:

Senator Mark Wyland
1910 Palomar Point Way, Suite 105
Carlsbad, California 92008
760.931.2455 Office
email: senator.wyland@sen.ca.gov