She was involved in national and international environmental groups and events. She helped organize the Community Coalition for Environmental Justice and Indian Conservationist Conference. National Audubon President John Flicker awarded her the 1997 Audubon Medal for Excellence in Environmental Achievement. No one deserves this praise and recognition for defending the environment than Hazel. Add John Flicker's name to the list of persons whose names fit their occupations.
Flickers are jay-sized woodpeckers.
Complaints have also come from the Lawtonwood Community. DPAC believes that the City Council resolution 27399 requires an EIS before such construction can occur. Krochalis appears to have sent a February note to City Council members regarding the construction. In the note, Krochalis says portions of the work widening the road have valid permits although there are several design questions on the drainage work. He says that grading and filling activities in the park are not under permit and a stop work order will be issued at once.