Battle of Back Bay Is Never-Ending

I was of the opinion that the Newport Back Bay was a protected wildlife and bird refuge, an oasis in a concrete jungle. I now find out that the Irvine Co. has plans to build a marina and pier! We do not need another marina; we do need the wetlands. I cannot believe that once again the people in power are willing to sell out to developers.

This fight was started 25 years ago by Fran and Frank Robinson, and I thought (it) was won. Now the specter of a marina and pier has raised its ugly head again. I suggest people take a walk around Newport Back Bay and experience the peace, tranquillity and beautiful, interesting birds for themselves.

Is money once again to win out over the environment? Once the wetlands are gone; they are lost forever. There are so few places where birds can rest free from the hunter’s gun.

MAUREEN SHRUBSOLE, Huntington Beach