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"Our proposals are landscape-led, with over 54% of the site being retained and enhanced as open space. Hundreds of new trees will be planted on site, and three landscaped belts will surround the proposed buildings, to the north, east and south of the site."

There’s a lot to lose, he wrote in his newsletter, including open space and recreation opportunities in the densely populated Los Angeles area.

The relatively short commute to San Francisco, where he manages a medical concierge service, the quality schools and the vast open space were big attractions — though Colbert knew he and his family would stand out, just as he had in Bethel.

The program will turn the properties into open space in an effort to avoid future disasters.

The new space is special for another reason: The open space allows Mejia to more easily facilitate the community events and collaborations she is known for.