PUBLIC NOTICES

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  General Notices

  Special Use Permits

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  Some uses of WCA properties require a Special Use Permit Application. If you would like to use any WCA properties for any of the purposes listed below, please reference and fill out the linked application and return them to the WCA office. Some uses that require a Special Use Permit include:   Access to publicly closed areas or properties   Commercial filming activities   Commercial still picture activities   Events with 20 or more people expected   Live music entertainment   Weddings, quinceaneras, or other ceremonies   Fee collection (donations, admissions, concession, or merchandise sales)   Vehicular traffic interference and/or closing of interior roads and/or adjacent public streets   Use of amenities other than their specified recreational use   Any aviation ascent or descent into a WCA property   Click on the following titles to download the documents (pdf files):    WCA Special Use Policy (10 pages)   WCA Special Use Permit Application Form (1 page)*  *The Permit Application Form must be saved to your computer and opened with a PDF viewer to digitally complete the form and use the 'Submit by E-Mail' and 'Print' buttons.   If you are not sure if a Special Use Permit is required for a use that you are considering, or if you have other questions relating to Special Use Permits, contact the WCA or call us at (626) 815-1019. Please be prepared with a description of the property and specific locations for use, so that we can direct you to the appropriate property manager.  Any person using WCA property for a use that includes any of the above mentioned criteria must have the original signed Special Use Permit in their possession and shall display such permit at the request of any employee of the WCA or of the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority (MRCA), or any peace officer. No person shall violate any term, condition, or limitation of any such permit.

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  Park Policies

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  Ranger services for properties owned and managed by the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) are provided by the Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority (MRCA). As such, rules and regulations for WCA properties, and the prescribed punishment for violation thereof, are established in the MRCA Park Ordinance (26 page pdf file).

  If you have received a citation from an MRCA Ranger on WCA property and have specific questions or comments, please contact the MRCA directly at their toll-free citation information line, (877) 847-2338, Monday-Friday between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm or visit their Frequently Asked Questions page.

   

  For emergency ranger services, or to report unapproved activities, please call 24-hour dispatch at: 562-698-1446.

  For information regarding the Watershed Conservation Authority’s policies concerning special uses of WCA properties click here or contact WCA’s office directly at 626-815-1019. For information about filming and photography activities on our properties click here.

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  Board Meetings

  2019 January Board Meeting

  Jan 10  ·  By WCA Staff  ·  1 reaction  ·  Share

  A special public meeting of the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) will be held on

  Thursday, January 17, 2019 at 1:30 pm
  at the following location:

  The Garvey Center, FGT Room
  9108 Garvey Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770
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  2019 Board Meeting Schedule

  Nov 26  ·  By WCA Staff  ·  Share

  Special public meetings of the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA)
  at the following location:

  The Garvey Center, FGT Room
  9108 Garvey Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770
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  2018 November Board Meeting Cancelation

  Nov 26  ·  By WCA Staff  ·  Share

  A special public meeting of the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) was CANCELED

  Thursday, October 25, 2018 
  at the following location:

  The Garvey Center, FGT Room
  9108 Garvey Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770
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  2018 October Special Board Meeting

  Oct 18  ·  By WCA Staff  ·  1 reaction  ·  Share

  A special public meeting of the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) will be held on

  Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 1:30 pm
  at the following location:

  The Garvey Center, FGT Room
  9108 Garvey Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770
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  Employment

  The WCA is a dynamic work environment with a diverse portfolio of projects. Notices of work opportunities are posted in this Employment section when positions are available.

   

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  We have a career opportunity for a Project Manager. The successful candidate will support planning, development, and maintenance of diverse conservation projects related to open space, recreation, trails, habitat enhancement and watershed protection and improvements to achieve the Authority’s vision of Connecting Communities through Nature. 

  If you are interested in being considered please submit resume and any work samples to staff@wca.ca.gov.

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  Contract With Us

  The Watershed Conservation Authority actively engages Contractors, Consultants and Service Providers in the course of forwarding its work. Check this Contract With Us section for active Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Bids (RFBs) notices.

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  *** REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - WALNUT CREEK LANDSCAPE DESIGN ***

  *** RE-POSTED ***

  The City of San Dimas (City) Community Development Department, in coordination with the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA), is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional consulting services the Walnut Creek Habitat Preserve West Phase Trail.

  This RFP is a simplified version of an earlier request, so please give close attention to the General Information and Scope section.

  Please also be aware of a mandatory on-site meeting scheduled for Monday, August 27, 2018. Additional information is attached. Inquiries regarding the RFP should be made by 5pm on September 5, 2018. Proposals must be received no later than Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 5pm.

  Access the RFP HERE.

  Directions to site HERE.

  The proposal(s) found to be most advantages to meet the needs of the WCA shall be submitted to the WCA Board for their consideration to award. The Board has the right to reject any proposal at their discretion.

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  *** NOTICE INVITING SEALED BIDS, ADDENDUM #1***

  for DUCK FARM PHASE 1A - STEP 2 Project No. 2018-DF_P1AS2

  The project, known as Duck Farm, will transform Watershed Conservation Authority property - located at 12936 Valley Blvd., La Puente, CA 91746 - on both sides of the 605 freeway and adjacent to the San Gabriel River into a passive public park and greenway.

  Work shall be done in accordance with the contract documents known as the DUCK FARM PHASE 1A-STEP 2. The complete Bid Package, including construction documents, specifications and all other components are available for download at ARC Public Planroom by going to: www.crplanwell.com. Click on: Public Planroom. Then find the project name: Duckfarm.

  Full instructions for bidders can be found HERE. 

  Updated ADDENDUM #1 can be found HERE.

  A MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING will be held on Thursday, August 9, 2018, 11:00 a.m., WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15th at 10:00 a.m., at the project location - "Duck Farm". Meet at east entrance gate located at Proctor Street and San Fidel Avenue, La Puente, California 91746. Attendance at this meeting is mandatory for award of the contract.

   

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  The Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) is requesting proposals from qualified entities to provide funding opportunities and legislative support services.

  The purpose of the Authority includes providing for a comprehensive program to expand and improve the open space and recreational opportunities for the conservation, restoration, and environmental enhancement of the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers Watersheds. The objective of this solicitation is to select a qualified consultant to provide funding opportunities for the WCA.

  Each proposal must be submitted on the forms available in the linked Request for Proposals (RFP) package - HERE. Proposals shall be submitted to 100 N. Old San Gabriel Canyon Road, Azusa, CA 91702, on or before 3:00 p.m. on  Monday, June 18, 2018. Proposals shall be identified as “Funding Opportunities - WCA” on the envelope. No faxed or e-mail proposals will be considered. If you have questions before submitting your proposal please contact Salian Garcia, WCA Fiscal Manager, 626-815-1019 or at sgarcia@rmc.ca.gov.

  The proposal(s) found to be most advantages to meet the needs of the WCA shall be submitted to the WCA Board for their consideration to award. The Board has the right to reject any proposal at their discretion.

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