Petition against Ballona Wetlands project reaches 8,000+
A petition in opposition to a Ballona Wetlands restoration project approved by the state had more than 8,800 signatures as of Monday. Defend Ballona Wetlands, which plans on challenging the restoration in court, contends the project will harm animals living in the reserve, including endangered species and allege the state’s plan is motivated by bond money and private interests, including a Southern California Gas Co. gas storage facility under the wetlands.