Congressman Sam Farr (D-Carmel) introduced the Pinnacles National Park Act on July 31, 2009.  This bill that would establish the Pinnacles National Park in San Benito County. The area is currently designated as a National Monument.

The legislation, H.R. 3444, also allows the Interior Secretary to acquire land within the boundaries of the park as deemed necessary.

A series of Town Hall meetings have been scheduled. 

Monterey Town Hall
Aug. 10, 6 p.m.
Monterey Institute of International Studies, Irvine Auditorium
499 Pierce St., Monterey

Santa Cruz Town Hall
Aug. 11, 6 p.m.
First Congregational Church 900 High Street, Santa Cruz

Hollister Town Hall
Aug. 12, 6 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Building 649 San Benito Street, Hollister

Salinas Town Hall - Updated Location!
Aug. 31, 6 p.m.
Sherwood Hall Community Room
940 N. Main Street, Salinas

King City Town Hall
Sept. 2, 6 p.m.
King City Council Chambers
212 S. Vanderhurst Ave. King City

Watsonville Town Hall
Sept. 3, 6 p.m.
Watsonville City Council Chambers
275 Main St., 4th Floor, Watsonville