Steve Betando is an experienced educator who has earned several awards, including a 2006 Elementary Principal of the Year award. After retiring as superintendent of the Morgan Hill Unified School District in California, Steve Betando continues to actively support various environmental protection causes, including the Green Foothills.
Green Foothills is a California-based nonprofit organization. Formed in 1962, the body plays an active role in preserving the natural environment and resources in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties through advocacy, partnerships, and education programs. Green Foothills works to influence decision-making and legislative action to align with safeguarding the ecosystem, preserving biodiversity, and other environmental policies.
Recently, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors approved an update of the Stanford Community plan. The plan, which sought to extend the protection of over 2,000 acres of hillside open space in the Stanford Foothills for 99 years, was approved by a unanimous vote. Earlier in December 2022, the Green Foothills had drawn awareness to this issue and encouraged people to email the supervisors to support the approval of this plan.
The protection of this extensive grassland was what originally triggered the formation of the Green Foothills. Its preservation is considered essential, as it provides irreplaceable habitat for wildlife and plays a crucial role in reducing climate impact. As the county makes further steps in drafting an environmental impact report and creating a final plan for the Stanford Foothills, Green Foothills continues to keep community members updated and educate them on how to contribute to this process.
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