Alarcon and Villaraigosa support Ballona Wetlands protection

In the election on March 8th, Westside voters will be asked to choose a new mayor for Los Angeles and a Council District 11 representative (Pacific Palisades, West L.A., Mar Vista, Venice, Westchester, Playa del Rey).

I'd never advocate choosing a candidate on the basis of one issue. But sometimes local matters say something about the bigger picture. The Ballona Wetlands Land Trust asked the candidates if they support the protection of the Ballona Wetlands and oppose the Playa Vista development expansion.

The ones who said yes are Richard Alarcon and Antonio Villaraigosa, a fact that those considering voting for Bob Hertzberg 'cause he is cuddly might want to keep in mind. Council candidates Bill Rosendahl and Angela Reddock also support protecting Ballona.

I'll have some more thoughts on the choice for mayor before election day. In the meantime, voters who are concerned about Los Angeles' development priorities, especially as they impact the environment, may want to take a closer look at Alarcon and Villaraigosa. Ballona Wetlands Land Trust; Alarcon for Mayor; Villaraigosa for Mayor.