Santa Barbara, California—The Santa Barbara Car Free Project today announced create-your-own “Green Vacation” packages for 2013 featuring 10-50% discounts from 66 partners. Mary Byrd, Manager of the award-winning project at the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District remarked, “Choose great deals to create your personal customized green vacation.”

HOW TO CREATE-YOUR-OWN “GREEN VACATION” PACKAGE:

First, check the link for the “Cool Car Free Discounts”: http://www.santabarbaracarfree.org/package.htm. Then select lodging from 33 options -from ocean-front or in-town to luxury to bed & breakfasts inns.

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. - The California Coastal Commission staff is requesting a denial Pacific Gas and Electric's Coastal Development Permit application.

PG & E responded to the news with the following quote:

"PG&E is committed to conducting this proposed seismic research safely and in an environmentally responsible manner. Similar research is performed around the world without harming marine life. Our proposal includes an effective science plan, the correct research vessel, and comprehensive marine life protective and monitoring programs. Public and regulator input are always included in our decisions surrounding the operation of Diablo Canyon.

The City of San Luis Obispo invites the public to participate in a neighborhood tree planting event along the 1300 block of Palm Street this Saturday, November 3, from 9 AM to 12 PM.

The City’s Urban Forest Division will plant 12 camphor trees, which will replace trees previously removed due to overgrowth and storm damage. This is an opportunity to help restore the City’s urban forest while enjoying a fun and educational fall event.

Although some garden tools and shovels will be available, participants are encouraged to bring their own. All ages are welcome and refreshments will be provided.

For questions regarding the Neighborhood Tree Planting Event, please call (805) 781-7220. The City of San Luis Obispo looks forward to seeing you there!