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Home My Public Portal About20010101 - Agenda Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) (22) Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Meeting 11-06 SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 330 Distel Circle Los Altos,California Wednesday,March 9, 2011 BOARD WORKSHOP OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT BEGINS AT 5:00 P.m.* REGULAR MEETING OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT BEGINS AT 7:00 P.m.* AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT— BOARD WORKSHOP ROLL CALL 1. Workshop to review the Resource Management Policies of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District —K. Lenington and J.Anderson REGULAR MEETING 7:00 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT— PUBLIC SESSION ROLL CALL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS—PUBLIC ADOPTION OF AGENDA 7:05 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approve Minutes of the District's Special and Regular Meeting—February 9,2011 2. Approve Revised Claims Report 3. Approve Written Communications—C. Whittman 4. Permit to CalTrans to Enter Highway 84 for Drainage Improvements—M. Reeves 7:10 BOARD BUSINESS 5. Presentation on District's Geo-Caching Program—R. Jurgensen 6. Approve the proposed purchase of the Powell Trust Property from the Peninsula Open Space Trust as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve,located at 17287 Stevens Canyon Road in unincorporated Santa Clara County(Assessor's Parcel Numbers 351-26-003 and 351-26-004);Approve a License and Management Agreement with the Peninsula Open Space Trust;Adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the Property;Approve a Funding and Acquisition Agreement with Santa Clara County to support the District's purchase;and Approve a categorical exemption in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act—M. Reeves 7. Field Enforcement Activity Report for Calendar Year 2010 and Ten-Year Field Activity Summary—D. Sanguinetti INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Reports on compensable meetings attended.Brief reports or announcements concerning activities of District Directors and staff,opportunity to refer public or Board questions to staff for factual information;request staff to report back to the Board on a matter at a future meeting; or direct staff to place a matter on a future agenda. A. Committee Reports B. Staff Reports C. Director Reports ADJOURNMENT * Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of order. TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will invite public comment on agenda items at the time each item is considered by the Board of Directors. You may address the Board concerning other matters during Oral Communications. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to three minutes.Alternately,you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates. Consent Calendar:All items on the Consent Calendar may be approved without discussion by one motion.Board members, the General Manager, and members of the public may request that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar during consideration of the Consent Calendar. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,if you need assistance to participate in this meeting,please contact the District Clerk at(650)691-1200. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. Written materials relating to an item on this Agenda that are considered to be a public record and are distributed to Board members less than 72 hours prior to the meeting,will be available for public inspection at the District's Administrative Office located at 330 Distel Circle,Los Altos,California 94022. CERTIFICATION OF POSTING OFACENDA 1,Michelle Radcliffe,District Clerk for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District(MROSD),declare that the foregoing amended agenda for the Special and Regular Meeting of the MROSD Board of Directors was posted and available for review on March 4,2011,at the Administrative Offices of MROSD,330 Distel Circle,Los Altos California,94022. The agenda is also available on the District's web site at http://www.openspace.org. Signed this 4"day of March,at Los Altos,California. z%%L District Clerk March 4,2011 Claims No. 11-05 Meeting 11-06 Date 3/9/11 Revised Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District # Amount Name Description 14620 $12,500.00 "1 Stewart Woods&Associates Fundraising Consulting Services 14621 $10,019.36 Western Truck Fabrication Furnish&Install Flatbed For Maintenance Truck 14622 $9,500.00 SC Wildlands Resource Management Grant-Bay Area Critical Linkages Program 14623 $9,318.61 Patsons Media Group Printing Services-Spring Newsletter/Sharing The Trail Brochures 14624 $4,753.48 The Sign Shop Assorted Trail Signs&Miscellaneous Preserve Signage 14625 $4,361.11 Don Wade Electric Company Electrical Repairs For South Area Outpost(SAO)&AO 14626 $4,090.50 Rutherford&Chekene Structural&Geotechnical Assessment-Mt.Umunhum Radar Tower 14627 $3,048.11 Macro Corporation Project Management Services-Implementation Of District's New Radio System 14628 $3,000.00 Media Survival Group Media Training 14629 $2,738.86 West-Mark Front Discharge For Patrol Truck Fire Pumper 14630 $2,738.00 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Legal Services-Labor Negotiations 14631 $2,324.99 Monster Mechanical HVAC Service&Leak Repair-AO 14632 $1,917.87 The Ferguson Group Legislative Consultant-Lobbyist For Mt.Umunhum 14633 $1,866.03 Grainger Locker&Safety Cabinet-South Area Outpost(SAO)/Road Flares 14634 $1,582.53 Design Concepts Graphic Design Services-Business Cards&Brochures 14635 $1,503.24 R&B Company Rental Residence Water System Repair 14636 $1,247.82 Hsieh, Benny Reimbursement- Computer Expenses/South Area Outpost (SAO)Computer Expenses/Hard Drives/Eight Port Gigabit Switch 14637 $1,098,26 Office Depot Office Supplies/Break Room Supplies/Flash Drive/Mouse Pad /Printer Cartridges/Binders/Address Labels/Task Lamp 14638 $813.20 CMK Automotive Vehicle Maintenance&Repairs 14639 $801.71 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expenses 14640 $800.00 Redwood Plumbing Replace Return Air Duct-Rental Residence 14641 $750.00 LFR Levine Fricke Geo-Technical Recommendations Regarding The Erosion Control Mitigations For Phase Three Of The Skyline Ridge Tree Farm Restoration Project 14642 $728.36 Ergoworks Ergonomic Equipment 14643 $564.08 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies/South Area Outpost(SAO)Supplies/Rental Residence Expenses-Plumbing Repairs&Water System Maintenance/FFO Shop Supplies/Excavator Tools/Pest Control Supplies-Annex 14644 $548.16 United Site Services Sanitation Services-Sierra Azul&Fremont Older 14645 $503.53 Redwood General Tire Company Tires 14646 $455.71 Gou,Vicky Reimbursement-Photo Contest Prizes 14647 $438.60 Yerbe Buena Nursery Plants For AO Landscaping 14648 $411.94 Staples Break Room Supplies 14649 $408.00 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expenses 14650 $375.00 Elkhorn Slough Foundation Registration-California Red-Legged Frog Workshop 14651 $370.98 The Ed Jones Company Uniform Badges 14652 $348.76 Cermeno,Sal Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses 14653 $279.41 Stanton,Elisa Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses 14654 $276.00 Del Rey Building Maintenance Janitorial Supplies-AO 14655 $270,94 Cabela's Uniform Expense 14656 $230.72 California Water Service Company Water Service-AO&Rental Residences 14657 $225.00 Abatement Analytics Asbestos Survey Of The Beatty Property Shed 14658 $223.56 Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Patrol Truck Spotlight Repair 14659 $221.82 Paterson,Loro Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses Page 1 of 3 Claims No. 11-05 Meeting 11-06 Date 3/9/11 Revised Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District # Amount Name Description 14660 $209.88 Muniquip Carburetor&Gaskets For Trail Equipment 14661 $200.00 Pro-Installers Chimney Cleaning-Rental Residence 14662 $200.00 Lenington, Kirk Reimbursement-Cell Phone 14663 $200.00 Camilla Fox Docent Quarterly Meeting Presenter-Topic Is Coyotes 14664 $198.93 Gempler's Uniform Expenses 14665 $191.04 G&K Services Shop Towel Service-SFO&FFO 14666 $178.00 Cupertino Medical Group Employee Medical Services 14667 $170.00 American Red Cross CPR Refresher Course 14668 $165.00 Lund, Pearson, McLaughlin Fire Sprinkler System Quarterly Inspection Protection Systems 14669 $141.59 Foster Brothers Re-Key Padlocks 14670 $124.72 Orlandi Trailer Trailers Hitches&Truck Tail Lights 14671 $120.00 Half Moon Bay Review Legal Advertisement-Notice Of Invitation To Bid For Phase Three Of The Skyline Ridge Tree Farm Restoration Project 14672 $98.31 Galls Medic Bag 14673 $97.50 Topley, David Reimbursement-California Association Of Public Procurement Officials Membership 14674 $9111 San Jose Water Company Water Service-Rental Residence 14675 $90.00 Andersen,Julie Reimbursement-Field Boots 14676 $86.66 Downing, Brendan Reimbursement-Park Ranger Association Dues/Uniform Expense 14677 $67.25 Gessner, Leigh Ann Reimbursement-Media Training Supplies 14678 $60.00 Newburn,Michael Reimbursement-Cell Phone 14679 $52.19 Gorman, Michael Reimbursement-Uniform Expense 14680 $44.46 UPS Shipping Charges 14681 $43.27 Williams, Mike Reimbursement-Business Related Meal 14682 $43.00 Allen's Press Clipping Bureau Clipping Service 14683 $39.11 Lampson Tractor Tractor Supplies 14684 $37.50 Smutnak,Greg Reimbursement-Park Rangers Association Dues 14685 $30.54 O'Reilly Auto Parts Wiper Blade&Turn Signal Lamps 14686 $29.56 Airbill Safety Products Anti Vibration Gloves 14687 $26.25 Hapke,Alexander Reimbursement-Park Ranger Association Dues 14688 $19.46 FedEx Shipping Charges 14689 $18.00 Ace Fire Equipment&Service Maintenance Truck Fire Extinguisher Service Company 14690 $17.42 Parry, Rick Reimbursement-Uniform Expense 14691 $13.09 Los Altos Hardware Field Supply 14692 $3.00 Santa Clara County-Household Hazardous Material Disposal-Additional Fee From Previous Hazardous Waste Disposal 14693 R $1,499,000.00 ## North American Title Company Land Acquisition-Powell Property 14694 R $5,000.00 Foothill-DeAnza Foundation Wildlife Corridor Study 14695 R $2,262.82 General Graphics Exhibits Balance-Purisima Creek Sign Board Replacement 14696 R $1,644.69 Gardenland Power Equipment Field Supplies/Power Pruner/Power Pruner Parts/Brushcutter Parts 14697 R $1,250,00 Rhus Ridge Association 2011 Road Maintenance Dues 14698 R $1,000.00 North American Title Company Deposit-Powell Acquisition 14699 R $741,14 R. E. Borrmann's Steel Company Steel For Mule&Weed Wrench Racks 14700 R $609.60 Safety Storage Shelving For Hazardous Material Shed At SFO 14701 R $592.76 Costco Office/Break Room Supplies-SFO&FFO 14702 R $510.00 Hugg,Tina Reimbursement-American Society Of Landscape Architects Conference Expenses 14703 R $487.17 Safety Kleen Solvent Tank Service Parts-SFO&FFO Page 2 of 3 Claims No. 11-05 Meeting 11-06 Date 3/9/11 Revised Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District # Amount Name Description 14704 R $397.21 Petty Cash Vehicle Mileage, Parking&Carwashes/Office Supplies 1 Field Supplies/Volunteer Training Supplies/Pest Control Supplies/ Nature Center Supplies/Business Related Meals 14705 R $276.30 Fast Appliance Service Refrigerator Repair-Rental Residence 14706 R $244.72 Interstate Traffic Control Products Five No Parking Signs 14707 R $185.71 Gou,Vicky Reimbursement-Photo Contest Prizes 14708 R $176.97 Allied Waste Services Garbage Service-Rental Residences 14709 R $165.00 Alexander,Zachary Reimbursement-Demolition Permit Fee For Shed At Beatty Property 14710 R $119.00 Coastal Sierra Internet Service-SFO 14711 R $60.00 Fitzsimons, Renee Reimbursement- Docent Supplies 14712 R $58.09 R&B Company Badger Meter 14713 R $50.00 Santa Clara County Clerk Recorder Notice Of Exemption For Powell Purchase 14714 R $38.18 Trout Bach,Rebecca Reimbursement-Uniform Expense 14715 R $36.92 Robert's Hardware Field Supplies 14716 R $20.00 City Of Palo Alto Utilities Utility Fees-Black Mountain Total $1,605,689.37 `1 Urgent check issued 3/2/11 ## In the event agenda item is not approved,this claim will not be processed Page 3 of 3 Jr Claims No. 11-05 Meeting 11-06 Date 3/9/11 i Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District # Amount Name Description 14620 $12,500.00 *1 Stewart Woods&Associates Fundraising Consulting Services 14621 $10,019.36 Western Truck Fabrication Furnish&Install Flatbed For Maintenance Truck 14622 $9,500.00 SC Wildlands Resource Management Grant-Bay Area Critical Linkages Program 14623 $9,318.61 Patsons Media Group Printing Services-Spring Newsletter/Sharing The Trail Brochures 14624 $4,753.48 The Sign Shop Assorted Trail Signs&Miscellaneous Preserve Signage 14625 $4,361.11 Don Wade Electric Company Electrical Repairs For South Area Outpost(SAO)&AO 14626 $4,090,50 Rutherford&Chekene Structural&Geotechnical Assessment-Mt. Umunhum Radar Tower 14627 $3,048.11 Macro Corporation Project Management Services-Implementation Of District's New Radio System 14628 $3,000.00 Media Survival Group Media Training 14629 $2,738.86 West-Mark Front Discharge For Patrol Truck Fire Pumper 14630 $2,738.00 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Legal Services-Labor Negotiations 14631 $2,324.99 Monster Mechanical HVAC Service&Leak Repair-AO 14632 $1,917.87 The Ferguson Group Legislative Consultant-Lobbyist For Mt. Umunhum 14633 $1,866.03 Grainger Locker&Safety Cabinet-South Area Outpost(SAO)/Road Flares 14634 $1,582.53 Design Concepts Graphic Design Services-Business Cards&Brochures 14635 $1,503.24 R&B Company Rental Residence Water System Repair 14636 $1,247.82 Hsieh, Benny Reimbursement- Computer Expenses/South Area Outpost (SAO)Computer Expenses/Hard Drives/Eight Port Gigabit Switch 14637 $1,098.26 Office Depot Office Supplies/Break Room Supplies/Flash Drive/Mouse Pad /Printer Cartridges/Binders/Address Labels/Task Lamp 14638 $813.20 CMK Automotive Vehicle Maintenance&Repairs 14639 $801.71 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expenses 14640 $800.00 Redwood Plumbing Replace Return Air Duct-Rental Residence 14641 $750.00 LFR Levine Fricke Geo-Technical Recommendations Regarding The Erosion Control Mitigations For Phase Three Of The Skyline Ridge Tree Farm Restoration Project 14642 $728.36 Ergoworks Ergonomic Equipment 14643 $564.08 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies/South Area Outpost(SAO)Supplies/Rental Residence Expenses-Plumbing Repairs&Water System Maintenance/FFO Shop Supplies/Excavator Tools/Pest Control Supplies-Annex 14644 $548.16 United Site Services Sanitation Services-Sierra Azul&Fremont Older 14645 $503.53 Redwood General Tire Company Tires 14646 $455.71 Gou,Vicky Reimbursement-Photo Contest Prizes 14647 $438.60 Yerbe Buena Nursery Plants For AO Landscaping 14648 $411.94 Staples Break Room Supplies 14649 $408.00 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expenses 14650 $375.00 Elkhorn Slough Foundation Registration-California Red-Legged Frog Workshop 14651 $370.98 The Ed Jones Company Uniform Badges 14652 $348.76 Cermeno,Sal Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses 14653 $279.41 Stanton, Elisa Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses 14654 $276.00 Del Rey Building Maintenance Janitorial Supplies-AO 14655 $270.94 Cabela's Uniform Expense 14656 $230.72 California Water Service Company Water Service-AO&Rental Residences 14657 $225.00 Abatement Analytics Asbestos Survey Of The Beatty Property Shed 14658 $223.56 Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Patrol Truck Spotlight Repair 14659 $221.82 Paterson,Loro Reimbursement-Uniform Expenses Page 1 of 2 r J" Claims No. 11-05 Meeting 11-06 Date 3/9/11 Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District ! # Amount Name Description I 14660 $209.88 Muniquip Carburetor&Gaskets For Trail Equipment 14661 $200.00 Pro-Installers Chimney Cleaning-Rental Residence 14662 $200.00 Lenington,Kirk Reimbursement-Cell Phone 14663 $200.00 Camilla Fox Docent Quarterly Meeting Presenter-Topic Is Coyotes 14664 $198.93 Gempler's Uniform Expenses 14665 $191.04 G&K Services Shop Towel Service-SFO&FFO 14666 $178.00 Cupertino Medical Group Employee Medical Services 14667 $170.00 American Red Cross CPR Refresher Course 14668 $165.00 Lund, Pearson, McLaughlin Fire Sprinkler System Quarterly Inspection Protection Systems 14669 $141.59 Foster Brothers Re-Key Padlocks 14670 $124.72 Orlandi Trailer Trailers Hitches&Truck Tail Lights 14671 $120.00 Half Moon Bay Review Legal Advertisement-Notice Of Invitation To Bid For Phase Three Of The Skyline Ridge Tree Farm Restoration Project 14672 $98.31 Galls Medic Bag 14673 $9T50 Topley, David Reimbursement-California Association Of Public Procurement Officials Membership 14674 $93.11 San Jose Water Company Water Service-Rental Residence 14675 $90.00 Andersen,Julie Reimbursement-Field Boots 14676 $86.66 Downing,Brendan Reimbursement-Park Ranger Association Dues/Uniform Expense 14677 $67.25 Gessner, Leigh Ann Reimbursement-Media Training Supplies 14678 $60.00 Newburn,Michael Reimbursement-Cell Phone 14679 $52.19 Gorman,Michael Reimbursement-Uniform Expense 14680 $44.46 UPS Shipping Charges 14681 $43.27 Williams,Mike Reimbursement-Business Related Meal 14682 $43.00 Allen's Press Clipping Bureau Clipping Service 14683 $39.11 Lampson Tractor Tractor Supplies 14684 37.50$ Smutnak,Greg Reimbursement-Park Rangers Association Dues 14685 $30.54 O'Reilly Auto Parts Wiper Blade&Turn Signal Lamps 14686 $29.56 Airbill Safety Products Anti Vibration Gloves 14687 $26.25 Hapke,Alexander Reimbursement-Park Ranger Association Dues 14688 $19.46 FedEx Shipping Charges 14689 $18.00 Ace Fire Equipment&Service Maintenance Truck Fire Extinguisher Service Company 14690 $17.42 Parry, Rick Reimbursement-Uniform Expense 14691 $13.09 Los Altos Hardware Field Supply 14692 $3.00 Santa Clara County-Household Hazardous Material Disposal-Additional Fee From Previous Hazardous Waste Disposal Total $90,763.09 *1 Urgent check issued 3/2/11 Page 2 of 2 Midpeninsula Regional ' Open Space District To: Board of Directors From: Stephen E. Abbors Date: March 9, 2011 Re:• Written Communications i i i Dear Mr. Wittman, Thank you for your e-mail dated February 15, 2011, regarding the migration of newts at Saint Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve(OSP). Your e-mail was forwarded to Operations Manager David Sanguinetti and on February 16, 2011, Mr. Sanguinetti instructed District Supervising Ranger Lausten to have ranger staff inspect the upper trails at St. Josephs Hill OSP and determine if the District needed to close trails due to the newt migration. In the morning of February 16, 2011, Ranger Smith went to St. Joseph Hill OSP and walked the upper trails for over two hours and was unable to find any populations of newts near or crossing the trails. As such, Mr. Sanguinetti instructed ranger staff to make frequent checks of the trail system to see if we could locate any other newt populations in danger from visitor use. It has been over a week and no evidence of newt migration has been found. Ranger staff is continuing to keep an eye on the preserve during this rainy season in the event we have another episode of newts crossing busy trails similar to the one you described. In addition, I wanted to express my thanks for your concern about wildlife on District Preserves. It is very helpful when we receive reports like yours that alert our staff to take action and protect our valuable resources. In the past, the District has closed trails for the very reason you reported. Thank you for your interest in the District. Sincerely, Larry Hassett, Board President Unknown From: theacf@hotmail.com Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2011 7:18 PM To: BOARD; Clerk; Vicky Gou; General Information Subject: 02/15/2011 -theacf@hotmail.com -Contact Board First Name: Charles Last Name: Wittman Phone Number: 408 314 9519 Email Address: theacf@hotmail.com Ward / Location: Los Gatos Comments: I am not sure who to contact about the newt migration. I was hiking up the trail to St. Joseph Hill and along the upper sections to the hill I saw many Ca newts appearing to be in a migration at about lam. The bikes can not see a slow moving newt and you may want to temp restrict the bikes until the migration is complete. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_Newt The California newt is currently a California Special Concern species (DFG-CSC) . I appreciate any help you can provide. I moved about 10 newts from the trail this morning. Charlie Wittman theacf@hotmail.com 1 Midpeninsula Regional ' Open Space District R-11-17 Meeting 11-06 March 09, 2011 WORKSHOP AGENDA ITEM 1 AGENDA ITEM Workshop to review the Resource Management Policies of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Review, discuss, and provide comments on the six remaining Resource Management Policies of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District(District); and 2. Tentatively adopt the six revised Resource Management Policies. SUMMARY The District's Resource Management Polices (RMPs) were first adopted in October of 1994 and consisted of thirteen policies. In 2003, the District completed a Resource Management Five- Year Strategic Plan to identify high priority resource management goals. One of the implementation measures from the strategic plan was to "Work with the Board to identify and prioritize RMPs for development". To meet this goal, District staff conducted a Board workshop on October 21, 2004, to identify new policies and to prioritize individual policies for revision. As a result of this workshop, staff reviewed and updated four of the existing 1994 Policies and developed five new policies. Each of these nine policies was presented to the Board in a series of workshops from 2005 to 2008. The remaining 1994 Policies were reviewed and compiled into six RMPs that will be brought before the Board at a workshop scheduled for March 9, 2011. A second workshop to review the revised RMPs in their entirety and to the discuss inconsistencies due to individual policy revisions is scheduled for Wednesday March 23, 2011. During the second workshop, staff will review changes to the policies resulting from updating and collation of individual policies into one comprehensive RMPs document. An individual policy disposition matrix has been provided as a reference as Attachment 1. DISCUSSION District staff began review and updates to the Board identified priority RMPs identified in 2004. These priority policies were compared with the original 1994 Policies, and redundant or overlapping policies were combined resulting in a total of nine revised policies. The remaining 1994 Policies that were not identified as priority policies in 2004 were then reviewed and I a R-11-17 Page 2 updated by staff. These remaining policies and their changes will be presented to the Board at the workshop scheduled for March 9, 2011, for their review. Once reviewed, a total of fifteen updated or new policies will have been brought before the Board during workshops conducted between 2005 and 2011. One remaining policy, Agricultural Use, has been removed from the RMPs document because this proposed policy will differ significantly in nature from the RMPs. The proposed Agricultural Use policy will focus on the District's functional role in preserving and enhancing viable agricultural production and the appropriate tools for doing so. The RMPs focus on how the natural (and cultural) resources on lands are stewarded by the District. Staff anticipates that the Board will provide staff with additional direction regarding the development of an Agricultural Use policy through the ongoing Strategic Planning process. The results of editing and collating each individual Resource Management Policy into one overall document has resulted in the following fifteen RMPs (Policies in bold will be discussed at the workshop scheduled for March 9, 2011, those not in bold have been previously brought before the board between 2005 and 2008): 1. The District's Resource Management Program 2. Vegetation Management 3. Wildlife Management 4. Invasive Species Management 5. Water Resources 6. Geology and Soils 7. Scenic and Aesthetic Resources 8. Cultural Resource Management 9. Research and Collection of Information 10. Public Interpretation and Environmental Education 11. Grazing Management 12. Forest Management 13. Ecological Succession 14. Habitat Connectivity 15. Wildland Fire Management FISCAL IMPACT The District's Planning Department allocated $24,946 during FY2010-11 and FY2011-12 to compile and edit all fifteen District RMPs and to prepare the required California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) document. Once the Board has tentatively adopted the RMPs in their entirety, the District's CEQA consultant, Design, Community, Environment(DCE), will prepare the CEQA document. To date, $7,444.63 has been expended to edit and compile the RMPs; the remaining$17,500.37 will be spent by DCE to complete the CEQA document. PUBLIC NOTICE Public participation and comment is an essential component of this policy discussion. As such, notice and an invitation to this and previously conducted Board workshops has been widely distributed to the public, homeowner associations,partner agencies, and posted on the District's website. Additionally, throughout policy development, staff consulted with a number of partner agencies, consultants, educational institutes, and resource management experts (among them r R-11-17 Page 3 CalFire, Palo Alto Fire, Woodside Fire, California State Parks, San Mateo County Parks, Santa Clara County Parks, Santa Clara County Open Space Authority, Committee for Green Foothills, Lexington Hills Community Wildfire Protection Plan participants, Oregon State University, US Forest Service, Peninsula Open Space Trust, History San Jose, Presidio Trust, Stanford Universityand the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve). Prior to formal � i h public n other interested parties will have another opportunity to review the adoption, b cadote p p p PP Y RMPs in their entirety during the CEQA public scoping period scheduled for mid 2011. CEQA COMPLIANCE Tentative adoption of the RMPs in their entirety will allow the District's CEQA consultant, DCE, to prepare the appropriate CEQA document required prior to the Board's formal adoption of the RMPs. Once public and agency CEQA review is complete, the Board will be asked to approve both the final RMPs and its associated CEQA document. NEXT STEPS A second workshop to review the updated RMPs in their entirety is scheduled for Wednesday March 23, 2011. After review of the entire document, the board will be asked to tentatively adopt the revised RMPs. Once tentatively approved, a full CEQA evaluation of environmental impacts will be completed by the District's CEQA consultant. At the completion of the CEQA review, staff will return to the Board to ask for approval of the CEQA document and formal adoption of the District's RMPs. Further discussion regarding the District's role in agricultural preservation and compatible agricultural uses on District lands will occur during the completion of the Strategic Planning process for the upcoming FY2011-12. Attachment(s) 1. Attachment 1, Policy Disposition Matrix Prepared by: Julie K. Andersen, Resource Planner Kirk Lenington, Senior Resource Planner Contact person: Julie K. Andersen, Resource Planner i Attachment 1 Policy Disposition Matrix 7 7, Al. Chapter 1-The District's Resource Management Mission Combined with A2,and A3 Chapter 1.District Resource Management Program 12/011201 and 0111 2/2 01 1 A2. Chapter 2-Planning and Implementation Combined with All,and A3 Chapter I.District Resource Management Program 12/011201 and 01/12/2011 A3. Chapter 3-Natural Systems Management Combined with Al,and A2 Chapter I.District Resource Management Program 12101/201 and 01/12/2011 A4. Chapter 4-Vegetation Management Combined with B6 Chapter 11.Vegetation Management 11/29/2006 A5. Chapter 5-Wildlife Management Reviewed and updated Chapter Ill.Wildlife Management 121011201 and 01/12/2011 A6. Chapter 6-Non-Native Species Management Combined with B8 Chapter IV.Invasive Species Management 1/24/2007 and 2/28/2007 A7. Chapter 7-Water Resources Reviewed and updated Chapter V.Water Resources 3/30/2005 A8. Chapter 8-Geology and Solis Reviewed and updated Chapter VI.Geology and Soils 12/01/201 and 01/1212011 A9. Chapter 9-Scenic and Aesthetic Resources Reviewed and updated Chapter VII.Scenic and Aesthetic Resources 12/0V201 and 0111212011 A10. Chapter 10-Agricultural Use To be completed Removed In Development All. Chapter 11-Heritage Resources Reviewed and updated Chapter VI II.Cultural Resources 6/11/2008 Al 2. Chapter 12-Research and Information Collection Reviewed and updated Chapter IX.Research and Collection of Information 12/01/201 and 01/1212011 Al 3. Chapter 13-Education Reviewed and uedated Chaeter X.Public InteTretation and Environmental Education.„ 12/011201 and 01/1212011 ~11 M `TP� �� , "M K 1151,XWPJ h Of 111171115,11'. , ,,I I,, ,MAII), Bl. Fisheries(new) Combined with 82,and B3 Chapter V.Water Resources 3/30/2005 B2. Water Quality(Water Resources) Combined with Bl,and B3 Chapter V.Water Resources 3/20/2005 B3. Pond Management(Water Resources) Combined with Bl and B2 Chapter V.Water Resources 3/30/2005 B4. Grazing(new) Reviewed and updated Chapter X1.Grazing Management 9/27/2006 B5. Wildland Fuel Management(new) New Section Developed Chapter XV.Wildland Fire Management 12/4/2009 B6. Sudden Oak Death(new) Combined with A4 Chapter]I.Vegetation Management 11/29/2006 B7. Corridors/Connectivity(new) New Section Developed Chapter XIV.Habitat Connectivity 5/14/2008 B8. Invasive Species(Non-Native Species Management) Combined with A6 Chapter IV.Invasive Species Management 1/24/2007 and 2/28/2007 B9. Ecological Succession(new) New Section Developed Chapter XI II.Ecological Succession 12/12/2007 B10. Agriculture Aoricultural Use) o be completed Removed in Development Pow$ C1. I Forest Management(new) New Section Developed Chapter XI 1.Forest Management 16/27/2007 *Items in BOLD are Policies that have not been brought before the Board since 1994 Midpeninsula Regional ' Open Space District R-11-30 Meeting 11-06 March 9, 2011 AGENDA ITEM 4 AGENDA ITEM Approve Issuing a Right of Entry to the California Department of Transportation for the Construction of Slope Protection Improvements Along Highway 84 (La Honda Road) at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve(San Mateo County Assessor's Parcel Number 082-170-040) and Determination that the Proposed Action is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Determine that the recommended action is categorically exempt from CEQA for the reasons set out in this report. 2. Approve the Right of Entry allowing the California Department of Transportation to install erosion control measures along Highway 84 at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve, and authorize the General Manager to execute the Right of Entry on behalf of the District. SUMMARY The California Department of Transportation(Caltrans) needs to perform storm damage repairs along Highway 84 (La Honda Road) to stabilize a road embankment that is eroding from recent rainstorms. Part of the proposed drainage improvements would be installed on District lands. Caltrans is requesting a Right of Entry to install these improvements, and will return to the District following completion of the project seeking a permanent drainage easement for these improvements. In exchange for the drainage easement, the District is proposing that Caltrans grant the District an access easement for public use through an existing underpass that crosses Highway 84 from La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve to the Driscoll Event Center. DISCUSSION The project site is located just west of the community of La Honda at the westerly corner of the La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve along Highway 84 (see attached location map). Most of the road embankment where the work will be performed is located within the Caltrans right of way. The top of the embankment is within District ownership, and it is along the top of the embankment that Caltrans wishes to construct a concrete-lined drainage ditch as part of the slope s R-11-30 Page 2 stability project. The area subject to the proposed right of entry is a 15-foot wide strip of land running along the District's boundary with the Caltrans right of way for approximately 835 feet. A pasture fence runs along the top edge of the embankment at this location, and this portion of the District's preserve is utilized by the District's grazing tenant Driscoll Ranches LLC. The District's conditions for approval of the proposed Right of Entry include requiring Caltrans to ensure that any fencing that is moved or damaged is replaced by Caltrans and to coordinate with District staff to ensure minimal disruption to the grazing tenant's operation. In addition to being the District's grazing tenant, Driscoll Ranches owns and operates the rodeo event center located on the south side of Highway 84 directly opposite the project site. The event center property experiences recurring flooding problems during heavy rains on the low lying portions of the property from drainage off of the highway. As a precursor to bringing the Right of Entry to the Board for approval, District staff had Caltrans contact Driscoll Ranches to address those drainage concerns and provide some assurance to Driscoll Ranch that the proposed slope stabilization project on the north side of the highway will not contribute to the flooding problems on the other side of the highway. The proposed Right of Entry requires Caltrans to return to the District upon completion of the project to obtain a grant of a permanent drainage easement for the approximately '/ acre of land lying under the footprint of the new drainage facilities. In lieu of monetary compensation to the District for the drainage easement, District staff has proposed that Caltrans grant the District an access easement for public ingress and egress through an existing underpass that crosses Highway 84 in the vicinity of the project site. The underpass connects District lands to the north of the highway to the Driscoll rodeo event center on the south side of the highway, and is used by Driscoll Ranches to provide access to event center visitors from an overflow parking area located on District land on the north side of the highway. La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve does not extend across to the south side of the highway at this location. Securing public access rights through this underpass will provide for future potential trail connections on the south side of Highway 84 and formalize the existing public uses associated with the Driscoll rodeo events. Pursuant to the terms of the proposed Right of Entry, Caltrans will either grant the District the desired public access easement or, if unable to do so despite its best efforts, will negotiate in good faith with the District to agree upon an appropriate monetary compensation(see Terms and Conditions below). Caltrans expects to commence work on the project immediately upon the District's issuance of the proposed right of entry. TERMS AND CONDITIONS The proposed Right of Entry includes the following key terms and conditions: • Caltrans shall incorporate into the project all practicable erosion control and water quality Best Management Practices, and shall use appropriate native seed mixes. • The District will issue the Right of Entry to accommodate Caltrans' construction schedule. No later than 30 days after completion of the project, Caltrans agrees to apply to the District for a permanent drainage easement. R-11-30 Page 3 • The District's subsequent grant of a permanent drainage easement to Caltrans will be in accordance with Public Resources Code 5500 et seq., which provides that the District's conveyance of a permanent interest in real property be consistent with the open space purpose of the District. • Caltrans agrees to use its best efforts to compensate the District in the form of a grant of an access easement for public ingress and egress across Highway 84 utilizing the existing underpass located at the project site. • If, despite its best efforts, Caltrans is unable to convey the public access easement to the District by June 30, 2012, both parties agree to negotiate in good faith on an appropriate compensation for the District's grant of the drainage easement to Caltrans. The grant of a permanent drainage easement to Caltrans will be brought back to the District Board for approval at a future public meeting. j FISCAL IMPACT The issuance of the Right of Entry to Caltrans will have no fiscal impact to the District's budget. PUBLIC NOTICE Written notice of this item has been sent to property owners of land located adjacent to or surrounding the project site, as well as to Coastside public officials, community interest groups, nonprofit land trusts, conservation-oriented organizations, elected officials, government agencies, and government sponsored organizations within the Coastside Protection Area. In addition, the District's grazing tenant at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve has been mailed a courtesy copy of this report. CEQA COMPLIANCE Project Description As the lead agency on this project under CEQA, Caltrans approved a Categorical Exemption determination on July 20, 2009, for the following described project: Storm damage repair of a slope failure area along State Route 84, Post Miles 5.1 to 5.9, in San Mateo County. The scope of work consists of removing loose material from the slope and placement of rock slope protections. All work will be within existing State right of way. An addendum to the Categorical Exemption determination was approved by Caltrans on October 25, 2010 to incorporate District lands into the project, with the project description revised as follows: Additional Right of Way is indicated by most recent mapping. Acquisition of permanent easement is now part of the project. 1 R-11-30 Page 4 Caltrans determined that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment, and is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 - Existing Facilities which exempts the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, ing� leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existingpublic private structures facilities mechanical equipment, or p or p topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination. The recommended action to be taken by the District consists of granting permission to Caltrans to enter and disturb approximately % acre of District open space land for the purposes of undertaking the above-described project. Provisions included in the proposed Right of Entry require Caltrans to take appropriate measures to avoid any potentially significant environmental effects, including adhering to erosion control and water quality best management practices. CEQA Determination As a"responsible agency"under CEQA, the District has considered the lead agency's Categorical Exemption determination and has determined that no substantial changes in the project or in the circumstances under which it will be undertaken have occurred. Staff concurs with Caltrans that the project is categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15301 - Existing Facilities. NEXT STEPS Pending Board approval, the Right of Entry will be executed by the General Manager and transmitted to Caltrans for its execution. Attachments: Exhibit A: Project Location Map Exhibit B: Right of Entry to Caltrans Prepared by: Michael Reeves, Real Property Specialist Contact person: Same as above. Graphics prepared by: Alex Roa, GIS Intern/Technician 8 i La HOn a 35 Creek - SP _ sa � La Honda 8a �. Area of Y Detail r�J o Right of .ry.. . Entry Area g' t .� Driscoll Events Center 84 Exhibit A: Location of Proposed Caltrans Permit to Enter, La Honda Creek OSP Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District - District Lands Conservation or Agricultural ® Underpass O Numbered Gate e February 2011 Other Protected Open Space Easement or Park Lands E) Non-numbered Gate Miles 0 0.05 0.1 12 EXHIBIT B RIGHT OF ENTRY Date: District: County: San Mateo Route: 84 Post Mile: 5.4 Parcel No.: 62354-1 � BxpAuth: � � � State ofCalifornia Department of Transportation � � Mr. 8ijnn8mnipi � District Director � District � \|| Grand Avenue Oakland,C&946|2 � Dear Mr. 3mtipi � The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District ("District") hereby grants this Right of Entry to the State of California � Department of Transportation("Department")to enter upon District lands located in San Mateo County on State Route 84, Post K8i|c 5.4 (the "Premises") to repair side a\upom damaged by rain gonnm by iumu|Ung permanent erosion control 8:umos including uconcrete lined drainage ditch, rock slope protection aaspecific |ncatioos, and uconcrete apron around the existing � � drainage inlet(tile"Pnoject). � � The Premises is comprised ofaportion of San Mateo County Assessor's Parcel Number 082-\70-040.asmore particularly � � dcsoihuJ and shown on the Right of Way Appraisal K4up ouuohoJ as Exhibit & hereto and incorporated herein by this � reference. � Asucondition of this Right of Entry, Department shall add the following specifications m tile construction contract let by � Department for this Project: � (|) The Project includes diverting uuonnwatcr flows through u new concrete-lined V-ditch mbc constructed nn d`c � � Premises, and conducting those flows through un existing culvert maintained by the Department and NcmificJ in the field by umu/kcr |uh6cd ^^SM84 5.50" &x part o[the Project, Department shall ensure that this existing � � culvert is o\uuncd out and any obstructions removed from within the culvert or at the culvert ou|@|. Tile � � Dcpa,uncm aho|| use plastic pipe for the 12^ ){ 68' pipe connecting the Y-ditch with the drainage inlet o[this � � culvert. (2) The seed mix to be used in the hydrnaocding applied on Nu Premises as part of the Project erosion control mcuamro ohu|| conform to the seed xc|ccdoo specified in Exhibit_B attached hcn,n and incorporated by this reference. (]) The Premiss io part nfu working cattle ranch. lf any nf the existing pasture fencing located oo the Premises is removed or damaged during Project construction, such fencing shall be repaired or replaced as ncuooamy with fencing of like construction. Temporary fencing shall be installed by the Department as deemed necessary by the Department and/or District to ensure cattle are safely contained within the pasture and away from the edge of the embankment mthe Project site. The Department and the contractor shall immediately notify District o[any such fencing work to ensure coordination with District and District's grazing tenant. (4) The contractor shall incorporate into the project all practicable erosion control and `vmur quality 8og Management Practices. All work done under this Right of Entry shall conform to all applicable building, fire, environmental and sanitary laws, ordinances, and regulations relating to such work, and oba|| be done in ugnod and workmanlike manner. All structures, improvements or other facilities, when removed and relocated, or reconstructed by Department, shall be left in as good condition as found. It is understood by the parties that this Right of Entry does not itself constitute the grant of a Right of Way or temporary or permanent easement. No later than 30 days after completion of the Project,Department will apply to District for the legal right to maintain, repair, and install the above-described Project on District land on a permanent basis in the form of a permanent drainage easement(the"Drainage Easement") as shown on Exhibit A. The Drainage Easement will be granted in accordance with Section 5500 et. seq. of the California Public Resources Code. It is further understood by the parties that this Right of Entry is not a waiver in any way of the right of compensation for the Drainage Easement or of any remedy authorized by law to secure payment therefor. District acknowledges it has been advised of its right to receive immediate compensation and has waived that right, agreeing to be compensated at a later date. Department acknowledges that District desires to pursue the exchange of the Drainage Easement for rights of access through the existing underpass across State Route 84 located at Post Mile 5.5 for District public recreational access purposes(the"Access Easement"). This Right of Entry is granted in consideration of the construction of the Project,which is understood by the parties to be required by Department, with the understanding that Department will hereafter without unnecessary delay, negotiate in good faith with the undersigned,and any other person,if any,having any right,title or interest in the Premises,to agree upon terms of compensation for the Drainage Easement. Department artment agrees that it will use its best efforts and take any required action, P g including seeking approval by the California Transportation Commission if necessary,to compensate the District in the form of the Access Easement described above. If,by June 30,2012,such Access Easement cannot be granted despite the best efforts of Department,then Department and District will thereupon negotiate in good faith in order to agree upon an appropriate amount of compensation and the nature of the compensation for granting the Drainage Easement,whether in money,property interests, on- or off-site mitigation, or any combination thereof. If such an agreement cannot be reached, Department will promptly commence eminent domain proceedings, including a deposit of funds to support an Order for Possession, to have such compensation determined. Section 1245.235 of the Code of Civil Procedure requires Department to give each person whose property is to be acquired by eminent domain notice and a reasonable opportunity to appear before the California Transportation Commission and be heard on the matters referred to in Section 1240.030 of the Code of Civil Procedure,which provides: The power of eminent domain may be exercised to acquire property for a proposed project only if all of the following are established: (1) The public interest and necessity require the project. (2) The project is planned or located in the manner that will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury. (3) The property sought to be acquired is necessary for the project. (4) The offer required by Section 7267.2 of the Government Code has been made to the owner or others of record.(If an offer has not been made, an appraisal will be prepared as soon as practicable and an offer made of the full amount of such appraisal). By granting this Right of Entry of the Premises to Department, District agrees to the following: (1)District specifically waives the notice required by Code of Civil Procedure Section 1245.235 of the hearing of the matter referred to in Code of Civil Procedure Section 1240.030 and the adoption of the resolution of necessity by the California Transportation Commission authorizing the taking of the property described in Exhibit A; (2)District shall not object to the filing of an eminent domain proceeding to acquire the property described in Exhibit A;and(3)in any eminent domain action filed by Department to acquire the property described in Exhibit A, District shall not challenge Department's right to take such property, and the only issue shall be the amount of just compensation for the property. It is understood that Department will pay interest from the date of the full execution of this Right of Entry on the just compensation paid by Department. The rate of interest will be the rate of earnings of the Surplus Money Investment Fund and 2 r computation will be in accordance with Section 1268.350 of the Code of Civil Procedure. Interest will be computed to and including the date of deposit of compensation. I I Department agrees to indemnify and holds harmless District from any liability arising out of Department's operations under this agreement. Department further agrees to assume responsibility for any damages proximately caused by reason of Department's operations under this Right of Entry and Department will,at its option,either repair or pay for such damage. Department and its contractors shall have sole responsibility for the safeguard of their equipment, property, and personnel from any and all injury, death, or damage, and Department shall, at its option, either repair or pay for such damages. Department's right of possession and use of the Premises under this Right of Entry shall commence on February 24, 2011. It is agreed and confirmed by the parties hereto that the rights and obligations under this Right of Entry shall terminate upon the recordation of the Drainage Easement and payment of the compensation for the Drainage Easement as set out herein. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties have executed this Right of Entry the day and year first above written. STATE OF CALIFORNIA 1VHDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SPACE DISTRICT ACCEPTED: ACCEPTED: i By By R.A.MACPHERSON STEPHEN E.ABBORS Deputy District Director General Manager Right of Way ATTEST: RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: By By MICHELLE RADCLIFFE SHIRLEY DULLARD District Clerk Right of Way Agent Acquisition Services APPROVED AS TO FORM : By JASPREET SINGH By District Branch Chief Susan M.Schectman Acquisition Services General Counsel By RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: NANDINI SHRIDAR Project Manager Project Management-South By Michael Reeves Real Property Specialist 3 ,rGE swr rE a rw ara.ap ¢Hflr or,Efl,311E 1 "Aft IEr.ri,ra lift,MflffrS T, af.flKa r rifr fIr10 UY¢ p•. ,!• t , 1 b,• tfri, sm .� ` „ S A N 6 M A T >! arena + �` >'M ''" '• ;� r 7''s'� '� .w ►EXHIBIT� . f <Ii .:� 4RCEL I 5, f•� s •,' ? }a tf •? w Alr l3r+r • l�fl.rr a,n ez.Ra Ifr-I{y13 ',� y. 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Several vendors in the area collect and propagate native grasses from the Santa Cruz Mountains and sell seed commercially. One vendor we have obtained such seed from is Pacific Coast Seed (533 Hawthorne Place, Livermore, CA 94550, (925) 373-4417). Some of the widely used non-native grass mixes should be avoided. These contain aggressive spreading species, such as those found in the"Santa Cruz Erosion Mix". Some of these species will move into adjacent District lands and require expensive removal efforts by the District. Suggested Seed Mix for Site (Sunny& Dry Conditions) Common Name Latin Name Life Form Lbs./Acre Percent of Total California Brome Bromus carinatus Grass 10 25% Big Squirrel Tail Elymus multisetus Grass 3 8% Blue Wild Rye Elymus glaucus Grass 10 25% Purple Needle Grass Nassella pulchra Grass 10 25% California Poppy Eschsholzia californica Forb 2 5% Blue-eyed Grass Sisyrinchium bellum Forb 3 8% Totals - - 40 100% *If some suggested species are unavailable,prioritize the grass species listed. Seeding Methods Spread the native grass seed mix after all grading and before spreading straw or mulch on the site. Remove all weeds and miscellaneous plant material from surface of soil to be planted. Seed mix should be spread at a rate of 40 lbs/acre. Seed should be lightly raked into soil and covered with straw (see below). Straw Selection One of two types of straw should be used: native grass straw or noxious weed-free straw. Native grass straw is simply straw that is harvested from cultivated native grass fields. It may be difficult to find quality Noxious Weed-free Straw because the State of California does not have a certification program for such straw. Some companies provide straw that has been certified by the States of Washington or Oregon, and these may be more j reliable. After grading work is completed, spread straw so that it is at least 2 inches thick above soil. Both types of straw can be purchased from vendors such as Hedgerow Farms (21740 County Road 88, Winters, CA 95694, (530) 662-6847). Erosion Control Fabrics Erosion control netting or blankets composed of natural fibers should be used. Plastic netting is known to trap and kill small animals such as lizards and snakes. Plastic netting also becomes refuse as it breaks down over time, whereas natural fibers biodegrade. I r i Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District R � R-11-35 Meeting 11-06 March 9, 2011 AGENDA ITEM 5 AGENDA ITEM District Geocaching Program GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION r,��r Receive a presentation on the upcoming District Geocaching program. SUMMARY Staff will present information on the status of the District's upcoming Geocaching program currently under development. Geocaching is a popular activity that some have likened to a high- tech easter egg hunt: participants use GPS technology to locate hidden containers (geocaches) outdoors and then share their experiences online. DISCUSSION The District's Geocaching program is designed to attract new audiences, including families,by leveraging technology to build bridges between technology-focused youth and nature. As part of the program, the District will hide geocaches on its land and publish the coordinates which participants can use to locate the hidden caches. A pin will be awarded to those participants who locate a certain number of caches. The activity is designed to use the appeal of technology to increase use of natural open space preserves by a younger audience and the general public in an increasingly technology-driven society. In order to better involve the District's underserved population several GPS units will be purchased and loaned to would-be geocachers. FISCAL IMPACT In FY 2010-11, $4,000 has been budgeted for the program, and in FY 2011-13, $3,000 was budgeted. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice was provided pursuant to the Brown Act. No additional notice is necessary. R-11-35 Page 2 CEQA COMPLIANCE No compliance is required as this action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA). NEXT STEP None Prepared by: Jennifer Williams, Assistant Program Coordinator Contact person: Same as above. c! �r Midpeninsula Regional ' Open Space District R-11-34 Meeting 11-06 March 9, 2011 AGENDA ITEM 6 AGENDA ITEM Approve the proposed purchase of the Powell Trust Property from the Peninsula Open Space Trust as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, located at 17287 Stevens Canyon Road in unincorporated Santa Clara County (Assessor's Parcel Numbers 351-26-003 and 351- 26-004); Approve a License and Management Agreement with the Peninsula Open Space Trust; Adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the Property; Approve a Funding and Acquisition Agreement with Santa Clara County to support the District's purchase; and Approve a categorical exemption in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Determine that the recommended actions are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set out in this report. o t the attached Resolution authorizing the execution of the Funding and Acquisition �. Ad g P Agreement with the County of Santa Clara towards the purchase of the Powell Trust property, including conveyance of a Conservation Easement over the Powell Trust Property and the adjoining former Powell Property to the County. 3. Adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the purchase of the Powell Trust property from the Peninsula Open Space Trust(POST), and authorizing the General Manager to approve the Pe ) P p ( the Di strict and POST for the Powell Trust 1 Agreement nt between na emel t License and Ma g b property, the Assignment of Escrow Impound Account, the Assignment of Lease, and related documents necessary to complete this transaction. 4. Adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan contained in this report and name the purchased property as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. 5. Indicate the Board's intent to dedicate this property as open space pursuant to the District's Annual Policy for Dedication of Lands. 1 R-11-34 Page 2 SUMMARY The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (District) is proposing to purchase the 54.12- acre Powell Trust property from POST at a price of$1.5 million, and to convey to the County of Santa Clara(County) a conservation easement over the Powell Trust property and the adjoining 33.5-acre former Powell property in consideration for the County's 50% funding support towards these District purchases. The following report presents a description of the Powell Trust property, a Preliminary Use and Management Plan, the District's environmental review, the ! purchase terms and conditions, and the financial impact of the proposed transaction, including a discussion of the proposed funding contribution from Santa Clara County. DISCUSSION Background At its meeting of October 13, 2010, the Board approved the purchase of the 33.5-acre Powell property in Stevens Canyon as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve(see Report R- 10-95). The District now has the opportunity to purchase the adjoining 54.12-acre Powell Trust property situated along Stevens Canyon Road. POST has entered into a purchase agreement to purchase the Powell Trust property from the Trust. Escrow on POST's purchase of the Powell Trust property is scheduled to close on March 11, 2011. Property Description and Regional Context (see attached map) The 54.12-acre Powell Trust property is located in Stevens Creek Canyon near the upper end of Stevens Canyon Road as it transitions to Canyon Trail within Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. The property consists of two irregularly shaped parcels: a steep 22.43 acre parcel along Stevens Canyon Road, and a 31.69 acre parcel which includes several level areas where residential improvements are located. The property borders Monte Bello Open Space Preserve to the west and east, and private lands to the north. Stevens Canyon Road forms the southern boundary of the property. From Stevens Canyon Road, the property ascends steeply up the south-facing canyon slopes, and is highly visible from Stevens Canyon Ranch and other areas within Saratoga Gap and Monte Bello Open Space Preserves. The property is within the planning corridor for the proposed extension of Stevens Creek Trail a P p Y p g P p joint effort by the County of Santa Clara and the District to connect Stevens Creek County Park to Upper Stevens Creek County Park and Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. This proposed trail linkage is identified in the Countywide Trails Master Plan of Santa Clara County. In addition to bringing the District one step closer to completing the land assemblage required to achieve this trail linkage goal, purchase of the Powell Trust property will provide for protection of important watershed land and wildlife habitat, and will help preserve the natural and scenic character of the Stevens Canyon corridor and the District's surrounding Preserves. R-11-34 Page 3 Natural Features Much of the subject property is situated along a prominent ridge extending up the north flank of Stevens Canyon. From several vantage points along this ridge, one can view most of the upper portion of the Stevens Creek watershed and surrounding public lands including Sanborn-Skyline County Park, Upper Stevens Creek County Park, and Saratoga Gap, Monte Bello, Skyline Ridge and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves. An open chaparral landscape predominates along this ridgeline and on the steep upper slopes of the property. An approximately Y mile length of Stevens Creek flows through the bottom of the property alongside Stevens Canyon Road. Existing Structures and Improvements Property improvements include a single family house and four small cottages or shacks. All structures are of contemporary design and construction from the 1970s, and have no historical significance. Most of the construction was performed without permits, and inspection indicates that none of the structures meet County building code requirements. The house and cottages once served as rental units. All are vacant, and are essentially building shells stripped of all furnishings or appliances. A dirt and gravel surfaced driveway from Stevens Canyon Road provides access to the house; from there, several unsurfaced roads provide access to the scattered cottages. A well located on the property was used to fill a 350-gallon water tank that provided water for domestic use. A small dumpsite is located near the house where household waste was dumped over a period of several years prior to the start of residential garbage services within Stevens Canyon. A short distance from the house is a clearing where heavy equipment and building and scrap materials were stored. POST commissioned a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. The recommendations from that site assessment include proper removal and disposal of all non- organic material found in the dumpsite, including any hazardous materials or hazardous wastes found during clean up of the site, if any, the proper removal and disposal of stained soil located in the clearing, characterization of the contents of three to four 55-gallon drums found at the clearing in order to assure proper disposal, the removal and disposal of the propane tanks that served the house and cottages, the proper abandonment of the septic tanks serving the house and cottages, and sampling for any asbestos-containing material or lead-based paint prior to demolition of any structures. As detailed in the Terms and Conditions section later in this report, a portion of the purchase price from the Powell Trust's sale of the property to POST will be withheld in an escrow impound account and made available to the District to cover the estimated expense of cleaning up the dumpsite and the clearing. USE AND MANAGEMENT Planning Considerations The subject property is located within unincorporated Santa Clara County and is zoned HS (Hillside), requiring a 20 to 160 acre minimum lot size based upon a slope density formula. The property consists of two legal parcels and has a density of two residential sites. Access to the property is via a graded dirt and gravel driveway from Stevens Canyon Road. R-11-34 Page 4 The District's 1998 Regional Open Space Study shows a potential regional trail connection in the vicinity of the property and, as noted earlier in this report, Santa Clara County's Countywide Trails Master Plan identifies this trail corridor for the extension of the Stevens Creek Trail connecting the Stevens Creek County Park to Upper Stevens Creek County Park and Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. The property is improved with a vacant single family residential structure and four primitive cottages or shacks, also vacant. The house site could easily accommodate construction of a much larger residence after demolition of the existing structures. The construction of a larger residence at the existing house site, and the potential development of a second residential site under the density allowance, would impact the scenic qualities of the surrounding open space within Stevens Canyon. Preliminary Use and Management Plan The principal purpose of the Preliminary Use and Management Plan is to establish a status quo land management approach to be effective in the interim between the purchase and the completion of a subsequent long-term plan. The Preliminary Use and Management Plan will take effect at the close of escrow and remain effective until the plan is amended or a Comprehensive Use and Management Plan or Master Plan is approved for Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. The Preliminary Use and Management Plan includes securing the site, posting signs, conducting resource management activities, clean up of the dumpsite and scattered debris, and the demolition and removal of existing structures to restore the property to a natural as described more full below. The property will be maintained in a natural condition condition, e Y P p Y with no development or changes anticipated. If changes to land use or the physical environment are proposed in the future, the plan would be subject to further environmental review and public input. Public Access: Designate the property as closed to public use. Signs and Site Install Preserve boundary and closed area signs where appropriate. Install Security: gates as necessary to prevent unauthorized vehicular entry. Structures and Board up and secure all structures until demolition is undertaken at a future Improvements: date. Test for any asbestos-containing material or lead-based paint prior to demolition and removal of all improvements including the house, cottages, and associated infrastructure. Following demolition, revegetate affected areas as needed. Resource Conduct invasive plant and animal management activities consistent with the Management: District's standard policies and procedures. Patrol: Routinely patrol the property utilizing existing roads. Roads and Maintain existing main driveway in a serviceable condition in order to R-11-34 Page 5 Trails: facilitate demolition and removal of all structures and improvements. Following demolition, undertake a comprehensive assessment of the road system within the property to determine which roads should be maintained and which should be properly abandoned. Implement minor erosion and sediment control measures as needed to prevent water quality degradation. Site Safety Clean up dumpsite and any scattered debris piles remaining on property after Inspection: purchase, including removal and proper disposal of any hazardous materials or hazardous wastes found during clean up. Name: Name the property as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. Dedication: Indicate your intention to dedicate the subject property and the adjoining Powell property purchased by the District in 20110 as public open space. CEQA COMPLIANCE Project Description The project consists of the acquisition of the 54.12-acre POST/Powell Trust property as an addition to the District's open space preserve system, the concurrent adoption of a Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the property, approval of a License and Management Agreement between the District and POST that provides for District management of the property in the interim before the District purchases the property from POST, and approval of the conveyance of a Conservation Easement to the County of Santa Clara to preserve and maintain the open space nature of the property. Under the proposed Preliminary Use and Management Plan, existing structures including the shells of a vacant house and four small cottages will be demolished and removed. A household waste dumpsite and scattered debris piles will be cleaned up, and all material will be disposed of properly. Minor erosion control and sediment control measures may be conducted along existing roads as needed to prevent water quality degradation. Minor resource management activities may be conducted as needed to control invasive plants. The land will be permanently preserved as open space and maintained in a natural condition. CEQA Determination The District concludes this project will not have a significant effect on the environment. It is categorically exempt from CEQA under Article 19, Sections 15301, 15316, 15317, 15325, 15330 and 15061 of the CEQA Guidelines as follows: Section 15301 exempts the repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination, including the demolition of individual small structures. The project proposes demolishing the shells of a vacant house and four small cottages, performing minor R-11-34 Page 5 Trails: facilitate demolition and removal of all structures and improvements. Following demolition, undertake a comprehensive assessment of the road system within the property to determine which roads should be maintained and which should be properly abandoned. Implement minor erosion and sediment control measures as needed to prevent water quality degradation. Site Safety Clean up dumpsite and any scattered debris piles remaining on property after Inspection: purchase, including removal and proper disposal of any hazardous materials or hazardous wastes found during clean up. Name: Name the property as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. Dedication: Indicate your intention to dedicate the subject property and the adjoining Powell property purchased by the District in 2010 as public open space. CEQA COMPLIANCE Project Description The project consists of the acquisition of the 54.12-acre POST/Powell Trust property as an addition to the District's open space preserve system, the concurrent adoption of a Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the property, approval of a License and Management Agreement between the District and POST that provides for District management of the property in the interim before the District purchases the property from POST, and approval of the conveyance of a Conservation Easement to the County of Santa Clara to preserve and maintain the open space nature of the property. Under the proposed Preliminary Use and Management Plan, existing structures including the shells of a vacant house and four small cottages will be demolished and removed. A household waste dumpsite and scattered debris piles will be cleaned up, and all material will be disposed of properly. Minor erosion control and sediment control measures may be conducted along existing roads as needed to prevent water quality degradation. Minor resource management activities may be conducted as needed to control invasive plants. The land will be permanently preserved as open space and maintained in a natural condition. CEQA Determination The District concludes this project will not have a significant effect on the environment. It is categorically exempt from CEQA under Article 19, Sections 15301, 15316, 15317, 15325, 15330 and 15061 of the CEQA Guidelines as follows: Section 15301 exempts the repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination, including the demolition of individual small structures. The project proposes demolishing the shells of a vacant house and four small cottages,performing minor R-11-34 Page 6 erosion control work as necessary along existing roads, and performing minor restoration activities in order to return the structure demolition sites to a natural condition. Section 15316 exempts the acquisition of land in order to create parks if the land is in a natural condition and the management plan proposes to keep the area in a natural condition. The Preliminary Use and Management Plan specifies that the land will not be developed and will remain in a natural condition. Section 15317 exempts the acceptance of fee interests in order to maintain the open space character of an area. The District will acquire fee interest and maintain the open space character of the property. Section 15325 exempts transfers of ownership of interests in land in order to preserve open space or lands for park purposes. The District will acquire fee ownership of the property to ensure the lands are preserved as open space by incorporating the property into Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. The District will also transfer a Conservation Easement interest in the property to the County of Santa Clara in order to preserve the lands for open space and park purposes. Section 15330 consists of any minor cleanup actions taken to prevent, minimize, stabilize, mitigate, or eliminate the release or threat of release of a hazardous waste or substance which are small or medium removal actions costing$1 million or less. The District will clean up a small household waste dumpsite located on property, and remove and properly dispose of any hazardous materials found in the dumpsite or in scattered debris piles elsewhere on the property. The District will also test for and remove any asbestos-containing material or lead-based paint prior to demolition of existing structures. This purchase qualifies under these five sections. The actions recommended in the Preliminary Use and Management Plan are also exempt under section 15061(b)(3), as there is no possibility the recommended actions will have a significant effect on the environment. TERMS AND CONDITIONS The District's obligation to purchase the subject property is contingent upon POST's purchase from the Powell Trust, which is scheduled to close escrow on March 11, 2011. The 54.12-acre property has a fair market value of$1.5 million(approximately$27,700 per acre) as determined by an independent appraisal commissioned by POST. The property will be purchased for$1.5 million on an all cash basis, payable at the close of escrow. County Funding Agreement As discussed earlier in this report, this property is within the planning corridor for the future extension of the Stevens Creek Trail. On March 1, 2011, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors approved a contribution of 50%toward the District's purchases of both the Powell and Powell Trust properties, for a total contribution of$1.25 million. The District purchased the adjoining 33.5-acre Powell property for a purchase price of$1 million in October 2010. The R-11-34 Page 7 combined purchase price of the Powell and Powell Trust properties is $2.5 million. In exchange for the County's 50% contribution, the District will grant a conservation easement over both properties. The County has previously approved similar funding agreements for the District's purchase of the former Keyani and Hall properties along the north side of Stevens Canyon and within the planning corridor for the extension to Stevens Creek Trail. The conservation easement requires that the Powell and Powell Trust properties be maintained in a natural condition for the conservation of natural habitat and wildlife, and for passive public recreational use. The easement also requires the District to submit any plans for developing open space facilities or undertaking significant restoration activities to the County for advisory review, and to consult with the County on any future Master Plan that includes the properties. The conservation easement includes a stipulation that the District and County will enter into a trail construction and maintenance agreement within five years after the District and County have secured the land entitlements necessary to proceed with the proposed extension of the Stevens Creek Trail. It is understood that each agency would have the responsibility for maintaining the trail segments located on their respective lands. Any such trail agreement would be developed and brought to the District Board for consideration at a future date once the proposed trail corridor is secured and the District and County are ready to commence trail planning and design. "As-Is" Purchase and Site Clean Up The property is being purchased on an"As-Is"basis. Staff has conducted thorough due diligence investigations, including a review of Santa Clara County property records and files and physical inspections of the property. In addition, a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment was conducted. The recommendations from that site assessment include proper removal and disposal of all non-organic material found in the household waste dumpsite, including all solid wastes and any hazardous materials or hazardous wastes found during clean up of the site, proper removal and disposal of stained soil located in the clearing area, including having the contents of a few 55- allon drums at the bone and site characterized in order to assure proper disposal, removal g Y P P and disposal of the propane tanks that served the house and cottages, proper abandonment of the septic tanks serving the house and cottages, and sampling for any asbestos-containing material or lead-based paint prior to demolition of any structures. Property clean up costs, not including demolition of structures, but including removal of the dumpsite and the clean up of any material or debris remaining in the clearing area or elsewhere on the property, is estimated at $45,000. Under the terms of POST's purchase agreement with the Powell Trust, $45,000 will be withheld from the purchase price and deposited into an escrow impound account, to be applied toward reimbursing POST or POST's successor in interest for costs incurred to clean up the property. This impound account is being assigned by POST to the District as part of the purchase agreement. The District will have up to six months from the close of escrow on POST's purchase of the property in which to commence clean up of the dumpsite for reimbursement from the impound account at the completion of the work. R-11-34 Page 8 The demolition of all structures located on the subject property and the adjoining Powell property purchased by the District in 2010 will be scheduled to occur during FY2012-13. Preliminary cost estimates to have this work completed range from $68,000 - $140,000. The property is vacant and free of any tenants or occupants except for an existing month-to- month rental agreement allowing a neighboring property owner to continue to operate a small repeater antenna located on the property that provides internet access to the neighbor's residence. This rental agreement will be assigned to the District, to be replaced by a more suitable antenna site lease following purchase of the property. License and Management Agreement In the interim between POST's ownership and the District's purchase of the property, the District will assume all management responsibilities under the terms of a License and Management Agreement with POST, and will manage the property according to the requirements of the Preliminary Use and Management Plan. BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS FY2010-1 1 Budget for New Land Purchases: New Land $15,000,000 Land purchased this year $11,515,000 Powell Trust Property ($1,500,000) New Land Purchase Budget Remaining $1,985,000 District Controller Mike Foster was consulted on this proposed purchase and has indicated that, considering cash flow and account balances, funds are available for this property purchase. PUBLIC NOTICE Property owners of land located adjacent to or surrounding the subject property have been mailed a copy of the agenda for the public meeting at which the Board of Directors will consider this purchase. NEXT STEPS Upon approval by the Board of Directors, the Board President will execute the Purchase Agreement with POST. Escrow will be opened for the District's purchase of the Powell Trust property from POST following POST's purchase of the property from the Powell Trust. At that time, the General Manager will execute the License and Management Agreement with POST, the Funding Agreement with Santa Clara County, and all other documents necessary to complete this transaction. Escrow on the District's purchase of the property is anticipated to close by March 31, 2011. The District's Skyline Field Office will manage the property as an addition to Monte Bello Open Space Preserve. R-11-34 Page 9 Attachments: Resolution Approving Funding Agreement with Santa Clara County Resolution Authorizing Property Purchase Exhibit A: Location Map i Prepared by: Michael Reeves, Real Property Specialist Contact person: Same as above Graphics prepared by: Alex Roa, GIS Intern ( I RESOLUTION NO. 11-_ RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA AND EXECUTION OF THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT,AND AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE TO THE CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION (MONTE BELLO OPEN SPACE PRESERVE—LANDS OF POWELL AND PENINSULA OPEN SPACE TRUST) The Board of Directors of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does resolve as follows: Section One. The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby accept the offer contained in that certain Funding and Acquisition Agreement ("Agreement")between the County of Santa Clara("County") and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, a copy of which is attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, and authorizes the General Manager or President of the Board of Directors or other appropriate officer to execute the Agreement on behalf of the District. Section Two. The President of the Board of Directors, or other appropriate officer, is authorized to execute the Conservation Easement conveying certain real property rights held by the District to the County of Santa Clara as provided in said Agreement. A copy of the Conservation Easement is attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof. Section Three. The General Manager or the General Manager's designee shall cause to be given appropriate notice of acceptance to the County. The General Manager is further authorized to execute any and all other documents in escrow necessary or appropriate to the closing of the transaction. Section Four. The General Manager and General Counsel are further authorized to approve any technical revisions to the attached Agreement, Conservation Easement, and other documents in escrow which do not involve any material change to any term of the Agreement or Conservation Easement, which are necessary or appropriate to the closing or implementation of this transaction. RESOLUTION NO. 11- RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT,AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER OR OTHER OFFICER TO EXECUTE THE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT TO THE DISTRICT, AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER OR OTHER OFFICER TO EXECUTE THE LICENSE AND MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT,AND AUTHORIZING THE GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE TO THE CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION (MONTE BELLO OPEN SPACE PRESERVE—LAND OF PENINSULA OPEN SPACE TRUST) The Board of Directors of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does resolve as follows: Section One. The Board of Directors of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby accept the offer contained in that certain Purchase Agreement between the Peninsula Open Space Trust("POST") and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, a copy of which purchase agreement is attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, and authorizes the President or other appropriate officer to execute the Agreement on behalf of the District to acquire the real property described therein (the"POST Property"). Section Two. The General Manager, President of the Board of Directors or other appropriate officer is authorized to execute the Certificate of Acceptance for the Grant Deed on behalf of the District. Section Three. The General Manager or the General Manager's designee shall cause to be given appropriate notice of acceptance to the seller and to extend escrow if necessary. Section Four. The General Manager is authorized to execute the License and Management Agreement with POST, the Assignment of Escrow Impound Account, the Assignment of Lease, and all other documents necessary to complete this transaction on behalf of the District. Section Five. The General Manager or the General Manager's designee is authorized to draw down upon the escrow Impound Account in the amount of$45,000 described in the Purchase Agreement to cover site clean up costs, and to expend up to an additional $5,000 to cover the District's share of closing costs, site assessment costs and security costs and other miscellaneous costs associated with this purchase. Section Six. The General Manager and General Counsel are further authorized to approve any technical revisions to the attached Agreement and documents which do not involve any material change to any term of the Agreement or documents, which are necessary or appropriate to the closing or implementation of this transaction. Section. Seven. The purpose of this Section is to enable the District to reimburse its general fund for the cost of certain land acquisitions. The District wishes to finance certain of these real property acquisitions and expects to use tax-exempt debt, such as bonds, but a tax-exempt financing is not cost justified for the District unless the principal amount of the financing is large enough to justify the related financing costs. Consequently, it is the District's practice to buy property with its general funds and, when a tax-exempt financing is cost justified based on the aggregate value of acquisitions, to issue tax-exempt obligations to reimburse itself for previous expenditures of general funds. These general funds are needed for operating and other working capital :needs of the District and are not intended to be used to finance property acquisitions on a long-term basis. U.S. Income Tax Regulation Section 1.150-2 requires an issuer of tax-exempt debt to declare its intent to use a portion of tax-exempt debt proceeds for reimbursement of expenditures prior to the payment of the expenditures. Accordingly, the Board of Directors hereby declares its intent to issue tax-exempt obligations in the maximum principal amount of$1,500,000 and to use a portion of the proceeds of the obligations for reimbursement of District expenditures for acquisition of the POST Property that are paid before the date of issuance of the obligation. i A. 1 8 1 \ B O Cupertino• _ l Picchetti Ranch Older Monte Bel ? Open Space Open Spa �:.� Preserve Upper Stevens Preserve Creek County 'AM M 0■..iK., �'<< Park ■ ■ r ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 1 ■ POST Ste�e . � - (Powell Trust) sc�y : Property Stevens Creek County Park ��0� a en Space f �e Preserve � 1 fi rr� Exhibit A: POST (Powell Trust) Property Location Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District ® MROSD Lands �""•�. Proposed Conservation Easement February 2011 Santa Clara County Park Lands e Miles j 0 0,125 0.25 0.5 ' ( Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District I R-11-23 Meeting 11-06 March 9, 2011 AGENDA ITEM 7 AGENDA ITEM Field Enforcement Activity Report for Calendar Year 2010 (CY2010) and Ten-Year Field Activity Summary GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Accept the Calendar Year 2010(CY2010)Miscellaneous Enforcement Activity Summary and the Ten-Year Field Activity Summary. SUMMARY This report begins the transition from the old manual database collection process, to a new p 1� system developed on Microsoft Access. This will ensure greater accuracy and allow for more efficient record keeping. The old system used a combination of manual record keeping and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets that were transferred to Access. In addition,to allow for year-to- year comparisons, data from the old system will need to be shown in Operation reports until a transition is completely made once the District has accrued ten years of use statistics. Therefore, when reviewing changes from prior years, it is important to understand that the differences between these two record keeping systems can account for unusual variations in violation counts. Total use violations on District property in CY2010 decreased by 9% from CY2009. Parking and After Hours Parking violations accounted for 27%of all recorded violations in the past year, with Rancho San Antonio County Park experiencing the greatest number of parking violations over any of the District preserves. It was interesting to see that total Bicycle violations decreased by 21% over the previous year. Bicycle accidents dropped from a high of 40 incidents in CY2009 to 25 incidents in CY2010. The number of off-road incidents,jumped from 15 incidents in CY2009 to 38 incidents in CY2010 primarily due to a neighborhood motorcycle problem in the El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve that Ranger Staff is currently making a special effort to focus on. DISCUSSION Since April 1995, as a result of a combined Field Staff desire and a request by the Board, monthly written reports of emergency response and enforcement incidents on District land have R-11-23 Page 2 been provided to the Board. At the end of each year, staff provides the Board with a summary of the total yearly emergency response and enforcement incidents including a comparison to the previous nine years of data collection. Information for this year's report was generated through the new Operations Incidents Database that was placed in service for data collection on January 1, 2010. The new system was created to develop a higher standard for accurate information that will assist in ensuring future data is easier to collate, verify, and cross-reference. In prior years, creation of this report relied on a manual data collection method that was prone to errors and had limited collection capabilities. As such, the data from CY2009 and prior years will continue to be imported over from the old system until we reach 10 years of data collection on the new system. Three summaries are presented for Board review in this report: the CY2010 Miscellaneous Enforcement Activity Summary(Appendix A); the Ten-Year Field Activity Summary(Appendix B.1); and new for this year, a summary of the actual violation codes, listed in order of frequency of occurrence (Appendix B.2). Note that information for prior years in Appendix B.2 is not as complete due to limitations in the older database. Graphical representation of trends is shown in appendices C and D. The Miscellaneous Enforcement Activity Summary(Appendix A) is shown in chronological order for CY2010, of contacts made or reports taken of the most serious incidents known by staff on or near District land. This is not a comprehensive list of incidents but reflects those of special interest or concern. The Ten-Year Field Activity Summary(Appendix B.1) shows violations of District Land Use Regulations, emergency responses, criminal activity, and mutual aid incidents for the last ten years. Only contacts that resulted in some form of written record (Incident Report, Written Warning, Citation, and Mutual Aid Assistance)have been included in these summaries. General assistance to preserve visitors, informational contacts, and verbal warnings are not included. The table of individual violations occurrence is new this year and provides a list of violations in order(Appendix B.2) from most to least occurrences. It is designed to give the Board and staff a view of frequency in trends of the various individual violations recorded. Trends and Issues It should be noted that trends for 2010 which are discussed in this report may be the result of p Y changes in the methods of data collection. Greater accuracy in the reporting system which is provided by the new database system will allow for greater confidence in the data in future years. Violations of District Ordinances continue to be the majority of enforcement District Rangers provide for on District Land(as they should be), confirming they are remaining primarily focused on resource protection. After-hours parking, dogs off leash, and after-hours use continue to be the most frequent violation contacts made by District Rangers. R-11-23 Page 3 Rancho San Antonio Preserve and County Park continue to require the most enforcement due to the level of public use. Using the new database query we find rangers issued citations for 260 parking violations of various types and for 128 resource violations, comprised primarily of dog's prohibited and after-hours use. Total bicycle related violations decreased from 361 in CY2009 to 285 in CY2010, which may reflect either improved compliance or fewer violations actually observed by rangers, making this a category to watch and continue to evaluate of over the next couple of years. 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 A. VIOLATIONS 1.Bike-closed area 62 60 63 89 58 94 89 52 89 76 2.Bike-s eed 82 101 93 146 113 92 89 80 94 67 3.Bike-helmet 159 135 152 187 124 157 166 146 155 129 4.Bike-night riding 39 5 25 13 24 18 12 12 23 13 Total Bicycle 342 301 333 435 319 361 356 290 361 285 Violations Bicycle accidents decreased and are more in line with the ten-year trend from a high water mark of 40 incidents that occurred in CY2009 (see Appendix D). Overall the number of violations of District ordinances has continued to be on a generally steady, consistent trend, despite the continued increase in acres of land (See Appendix C). FISCAL IMPACT No fiscal impact is anticipated from the acceptance of the information in this report. PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice was provided in accordance with the Brown Act. No further notice is required. CEQA COMPLIANCE This proposed action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act and no environmental review is required. NEXT STEPS Staff will continue to actively enforce District regulations, encourage all users to act in a manner which provides for the protection of the natural resources, and allow for the safe and enjoyable use of the preserves by all visitors. R-11-23 Page 4 Attachment(s) 1. Appendix A - CY201 0 Miscellaneous Enforcement Activities 2. Appendix B.I - Field Activity Summary 3. Appendix B.2 —List of Frequent Violations 4. Appendix C—Chart - District Enforcement Activities—Ten Year Summary 5. Appendix D—Chart-Accidents by User Type Prepared by: Gordon C. Baillie, Management Analyst Contact Person: David Sanguinetti, Operations Manager i Appendix A OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff `c ', Jan 09 Witnesses reported to District Rangers that the victim of a mountain bike accident had 3 AMR AR 10SO09 been traveling at about 15-20 MPH. The accident occurred after the individual rode over a CALSTAR drain dip, became airborne,crashing 20 feet past the drain dip, rolling twice,and coming to a stop approximately 25 feet from where he originally hit the ground. SMCSO 1 A witness stated that she saw the victim roll,with his bicycle still attached to him. The WF victim suffered major trauma and was transported by helicopter to Stanford Hospital. Preserve Purisima Creek Redwoods Location Jan 10 District Rangers responded to a bicycle accident,with a report of head trauma. Patient 5 AMR 2 AR 10F010 care was provided,and a landing zone established. A decision was made to transport the SCCF 3 injured bicyclist by ground ambulance. The bicyclist said this was his first time riding on dirt trails. The individual had become airborne after hitting a drain dip,and landed approximately 30 feet away. Preserve Fremont Older Location Jan 10 Two individuals were cited for collecting plants(mushrooms)and released. Approximately 1 IR 10SO12 ten pounds of Chanterelle mushrooms were taken into evidence. Preserve Long Ridge Location Jan 15 Motorcycles were observed operating illegally in El Corte de Madera OSP. District 4 SMCSO IR 10SO17 Rangers and San Mateo County deputies positioned themselves at various gates.When the motorcyclists attempted to exit the preserve,they saw the rangers and turned back into the preserve. Rangers were unable to make contact. The search had to be discontinued, but a subject driving a van possibly associated with the motorcyclists was identified. Since this incident there has been further evidence of motorcycle activity in the preserve and District rangers are continuing work to apprehend the violators. Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location CM 06,CM 08 Jan 17 A individual was found deceased and hanging from a ceiling beam inside the pool house 3 SCCSO 4 IR 1OF015 at Hicks Creek Ranch. Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies and the Santa Clara County Coroners Office responded, investigated and removed the body. Preserve Sierra Azul Location Hicks Creek Ranch Jan 29 District Rangers contacted a person who had returned to his vehicle after hiking on the 3 SCCSO 7 IR 1OF019 Bald Mountain Trail.The person said that his hiking companion was an"at risk"person who was paranoid, used methamphetamine,and was distraught over the death of a parent. He was also reported as carrying a knife and screwdrivers and had made statements about wishing to be killed by a law enforcement officer. The ranger requested a Santa Clara County Sheriff. An extensive search was made of the area, but the individual was not located. The Santa Clara County Sheriffs office continued to pursue the case. Preserve Sierra Azul Location Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Jan 30 Two juvenile were observed riding dirt motorcycles on Monte Bello Rd. One of the 3 IR 10S023 individuals was from a neighboring property. District Rangers cited both individuals and released them to their family. The father of one of the juveniles later called to complain that his son should not have been issued a citation. Preserve Monte Bello Location � ��idz'?� '^^'•�.k/3 v�dl �d :� a '1`y, �` �y •�� / 3�� / /6/" r. � ��'l, r y�':, � Feb 07 A subject was seen riding a mountain bike in a seasonally closed area. When he saw the 3 IR 10SO28 ranger he jumped off of his bike,turned the bike around,and rode off. The subject was caught,and cited for closed area violation,and for resisting arrest. Preserve Long Ridge Location Near Gate LR12 Feb 13 A mountain lion was reported as being clearly visible in a tree approximately 20 feet from 6 IR 10SO30 the Fault Trail. District Staff responded and confirmed the sighting. For safety,rangers cleared and closed the preserve. The connector trail to Palo Alto's Foothills Park was also closed,with the cooperation of Palo Alto rangers. The preserve was checked the next day and re-opened when it was confirmed that the mountain lion had left the area. Preserve Los Trancos Location Feb 14 A subject was stopped for not wearing a bicycle helmet. He became visibly angry upon 2 SCCSO 1 IR 1OF042 being informed that he was required to wear a helmet. The subject fled, but was later identified as being a coach at a local high school. identified hr u h a driver's license picture,and a request was sent to He waspositivelyt o 9 P q the District Attorneys office to have charges of failure to wear a bicycle helmet, and resisting an officer,filed against the individual Preserve Fremont Older Location into the Prospect Parking Lot Feb 16 Two subjects were stopped in the Loma Prieta area of Sierra Azul OSP for cutting and 1 CDF 3 removing wood. One subject fled and the other was cited b CAL FIRE.The chainsaws IR fOF033 g y SCRCSO 1 and an associated vehicle are owned by the suspect who fled.The saws were taken as evidence and the vehicle was reported to the California Highway Patrol Preserve Sierra Azul Location Loma Prieta Ranch Feb 20 Seven subjects were contacted for smoking marijuana. All seven subjects were cited for 2 SMCSO 2 smoking in a non-designated area and given verbal warnings for the possession of IR 1os040 g g g g marijuana. One subject was arrested by a San Mateo County Sheriff Deputy on outstanding warrants. The others were released. Preserve Thornewood Location Feb 25 A suspect was contacted and cited for parking in the handicapped parking lot without a 2 IR 10SO42 placard. Because of gardening equipment in the bed of the vehicle,and the location which was close to a large marijuana garden located in 2008,it is suspected that the individual may have been involved with marijuana growing. San Mateo County Sheriff deputies were requested,but were later cancelled. Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Disabled parking lot \e;i \ \"\ �.::. a,,, s,<�-// ✓,�,'..;a�ls2,^3� :" '\ azu \-\\es \"S \4.-�T..#,E" ,,.:»', �e Y.�'_' 'b ;Q ''��'i�\° ;t '��vim\ \ F.. ✓/y. �F; x ',\ `a \..,�.,;'"`'�' '� �. \•' ,\�... \�_r� :. `� j''2"/ +,.\l \. c c ?J� Y� o/y,�'`.N,,�'. �+F.. \ '.: 4a .i„� .,h. �. a ;�, Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 page 7 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Mar 08 A suspicious vehicle was seen parked along Page Mill Rd. An irrigation drip system,some 1 IR 10SO52 discarded food, and an empty box of cigarettes were found along with fresh footprints heading down a steep hill,which suggested a possible marijuana garden was in the area. Follow-up with the Santa Clara County Sheriff Office determined it was probably associated with a marijuana grow site which had been eradicated on Hidden Villa property the previous year. Preserve Foothills Location Ridge below hairpin turn near gate FH01, 150'from road Mar 23 A large delivery truck was reported by Santa Clara County Roads as being in the preserve. 1 SCCF 3 IR 1OF079 The preserve gate was found open. The vehicle was located,and was determined to be SCCSO 1 stolen. The Santa Clara Valley Water District's Hazmat team responded as a small amount of diesel fuel had leaked into the creek. The HazMat team dammed the creek, 2 and removed the fuel. 3 Preserve Sierra Azul Location Former Beatty Property Mar 26 A large group of individuals accessed the dirt section of Reynolds Road on District 1 SCCSO 5 IR 1OF083 property to have a parry. Upon leaving,one of the vehicles hit the upper bank of the road. The driver became distraught and was contemplating suicide. A neighbor heard the commotion and called the Santa Clara County Sheriffs Department. Deputies responded and found three vehicles with eleven young adults. Marijuana and paraphernalia,associated with the group,was destroyed at the scene. The deputies identified the two drivers,and checked them for sobriety. The person who was threatening suicide who was taken to the hospital for a 72 hour mental evaluation,and the other individuals were released. Preserve Sierra Azul Location Reynolds Road a ;pry s r "' �. /i/Yl�/',�/ x. a `s ,`.:`�"".`,` •• • ;�, / /i ,✓�'��F �,,, n, � x , \� �; 3 g✓ � v'/�/ �N �.y .,�m"�;«,• .,•"' �... :�E.;k c... .:.`c �a��\v�,,,3»;%w. r,„ ,f / .,,, ;� '�i ,��,! i,/��i�...,s'r. //�f/` �;f, ..x•,,;, �0\••...,'�•>� „� /i..,,;, Apr 04 A Supervising Ranger at his residence in La Honda Creek OSP heard 10-15 rounds being 1 IR 10S070 fired from a shotgun at approximately 10:00 PM. The San Mateo County Sheriffs Office was notified. They had already received calls about the incident from neighbors. The area was checked,but no suspects were found. Preserve La Honda Creek Location Ranger Residence Apr 06 An individual was cited for dog off-leash and was given a verbal warning for false 2 IR 10S071 information to a peace officer,and then released. The subject was verbally abusive, initially provided false information,and said he would run the next time he was stopped. Preserve Windy Hill Location At intersection with upper Meadow Trail Apr 07 A bicycle accident occurred on the Spring Board Trail. The victim had a mild concussion 3 AMR AR 10SO72 and was transported to Stanford Hospital. After the incident a CAL FIRE engine became CDF stuck in the mud,and was removed with assistance from a bulldozer. Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek KMF Location SMCF Apr 08 A vehicle,and its deceased driver who had been missing since January of 2010,was 1 CHP 1 IR 10SO74 located down a steep embankment along Highway 9 on District Land. 1 Preserve Saratoga Gap Location Off Hwy.9 Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Pages DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff i -- Apr 09 A subject was reported by numerous visitors to be riding a bicycle in a prohibited area on 1 IR 10F101 District Land. A District Ranger found the cyclist after a lengthy search. The cyclist was contacted but refused to stop and fled the area. The subject was not relocated. Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location &Chamise Trail Apr 13 A visitor went hiking, and upon his return found his vehicle had been vandalized. It 1 IR 1OF120 appeared that the vehicle had been dragged for a few feet. In addition foot prints were left on the hood and both windshield wipers had been ripped off. Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location Apr 19 A neighbor called to report hearing motorcycles in the preserve. District Rangers 3 SMCSO IR 10SO85 contacted the San Mateo County Sheriffs Office,and a deputy responded. The resident ranger was called out from his employee home. A motorcycle was seen entering the preserve at gate CM10 and exiting via the Steam Donkey Trail into Wunderlich County Park. Rangers were unable to contact the motorcyclists. Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location CM10 Apr 22 A District Ranger observed a motorcyclist standing next to a small fire on the shoulder of 1 SCCF MA 1OF116 Foothill Blvd.The ranger used an extinguisher to put out the fire. Preserve Location Foothill Blvd. NB just south of 1280 Apr 25 A bicyclist fled after a ranger attempted to stop him for being in a"bicycle closed area"of 2 IR 10SO92 the preserve. District Rangers contacted the bicyclist after he had hid his bicycle in the presence and was attempting to leave the preserve on foot. The rangers informed him they found a bicycle that they were taking into evidence. The bicyclist admitted it was his bicycle and that he had been riding in the closed area. The suspect was cited for being in a closed area and released with his bicycle. Preserve Windy Hill Location May 01 District Rangers found two illegally constructed trails that included jumps,cut trees,and 1 IR 10F121 hidden tools near the dead-end of the Novitiate Trail. Preserve St.Joseph's Hill Location May 13 An individual was found to have apparently attempted suicide by lacerating both wrists. 1 IR 1OF137 He was contacted by a District Ranger who noticed the damage to his wrists. The individual stated he had consumed a fifth of vodka,and 20 aspirin.The ranger called for assistance. Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies responded,and the subject was transported to a Hospital for treatment and mental evaluation. Preserve Bear Creek Redwoods Location returning to vehicle May 14 Three individuals were cited for closed area violations. One of the individuals,who was 3 SCCSO 3 IR 1OF138 carrying potting material,fertilizer,and weed killer was additionally cited for possession of cultivation tools. The subjects denied that they were growing marijuana,but said they were planting flowers and killing weeds. Preserve Sierra Azul-Rancho de Guadalupe Location Gate SA30 Tuesday,February 15,2011 I OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 9 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff May 20 A burglary occurred at a District rental residence in the preserve. Several pieces of jewelry 3 CASP IR 10S105 were stolen that have an estimated worth of over$100,000,along with some computers PAPD and a safe containing personal files. Preserve Monte Bello Location 1185 Skyline Blvd. Residence May 23 A District Ranger discovered a vehicle parked outside the gate leading to Cherry Springs 3 2 IR 1OF151 Pond in the Rancho de Guadalupe area.The vehicle belonged to a suspect who had been SCCSO 6 known to be uncooperative in the past. Two individuals were found fishing. Both suspects fled. A second ranger tried to get the suspects to stop,but one fled off trail. Numerous Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies arrived,and attempted to locate the suspect, but were unsuccessful. Since previous contact had been made with the individuals,and the ranger knew the identification of the suspects, contact was made at the suspect's home with deputies. One person was cited for a closed-area violation,and another person was cited for closed-area and resisting a peace officer violations. Preserve Sierra Azul Location Cherry Pond May 25 One subject was riding on the"eyebrow"of the upper embankment of the Jones Trail and 2 AMR 2 AR 1OF154 fell,landing on the right side of his face. He suffered facial lacerations,severe tissue SCCF 3 damage to his nose and right ear. The individual was also spitting out blood and shivering uncontrollably. District Rangers evaluated and treated the patient until he could be SCCP 1 transported by paramedics from the accident scene by land ambulance. Preserve St.Joseph's Hill Location ^'✓ 4.�� .� �� ..`- a �'�: ��"ae. � y\�,-_�:�u �`\�s �. 4 "x `� .YJ;:a9'�"r � �.; .s� � �"� ri':F, � y,h es� s:'".;�;�xc�"a' a Jun 09 A District Ranger reported a suspicious vehicle that had been parking at the same location 1 SCCSO 1 MA 1OF172 over the previous four days. Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies responded. The occupant refused to exit the vehicle when asked to do so. The deputy convinced the individual to exit the vehicle,and the ranger watched the suspect while the deputy searched the vehicle. After completing the search,the deputy had the individual leave the area. The individual was on probation and had a history of methamphetamine use. Preserve Location Hicks Road,across from SA29 Jun 10 District Rangers responded to reports of off-road motorcycles on public roads near El 2 ►R 10S120 Corte de Madera OSP.They proceeded to the area and observed two motorcycles exiting the preserve. A ranger attempted to make a stop, but both motorcyclists fled,and neither was apprehended. Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location CM04-1/2 Jun 16 One subject was stopped and cited for a possession of,and discharging a weapon. The 3 IR 1OF184 weapon was a"potato gun"which launches potatoes using compressed gas or butane. Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location Picnic area Jun 17 An individual initially refused to sign a citation for a dog off leash violation,claiming she 1 IR 10S126 "had about an hours worth of questions"before she would sign. The ranger issuing the citation contacted his supervisor who instructed him to call for San Mateo County Sheriff Deputies. The suspect signed the citation and was released. Preserve Windy Hill Location Spring Ridge Trail Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 10 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Jun 26 A motorcycle northbound on Highway 35,lost control and crashed into an embankment 4 CDF MA 10S132 just south of gate WH01. The patient was transported to the Windy Hill Picnic Area to a CHP 3 waiting helicopter,but was pronounced dead on the scene. Preserve SMCSO 2 Location Hwy.35 200'south of WH01 WF Jun 26 A visitor contacted District Rangers who were involved in providing care at a fatality 1 CDF IR 10S133 motorcycle accident near gate WH01. The visitor informed the rangers that her mother WF was possibly having a heart attack a short distance down Spring Ridge Trail. The daughter stated she was a medical doctor(OB/GYN). The patient was assessed& treated by CAL FIRE and taken to Skyline Boulevard,where she was transported by AMR to Stanford Medical Center. Preserve Windy Hill Location Spring Ridge Trail Jun 28 District personnel responded to a report from CAL FIRE of smoke in the area below the 4 CASP IR 10S137 Saratoga Summit Fire Station. The fire was knocked down by helicopters and aircraft CDF 3 doing water and fire retardant drops. Ground access was made by a CAL FIRE dozer through Long Ridge OSP onto private property where the fire was located. District personnel assisted with suppression efforts by being lookouts,scouting access to the fire, and by staffing the District water truck throughout the incident. Staff remained on duty overnight until 4:00 PM the next day. The fire was estimated to be approximately 1/2 to 1 acre of heavy brush. CAL FIRE personnel saw evidence of camping in the area during their initial attack. The next day while checking on the status of the fire, District Staff discovered a large marijuana garden.The marijuana garden was reported to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff Office who eradicated approximately 3,000 plants on the Friday after the fire. During the fire operation approximately 400 to 500 feet of the Achistaca Trail in Long Ridge was cleared by CAL FIRE bulldozers to create access for fire units to get to the fire. Rehabilitation efforts are underway, and the Achistaca Trail will be closed until rehabilitation work is completed. Preserve Long Ridge Location Off site,area below Saratoga Summit Fire Station Jun 30 A motorist notified District Staff of six cows wandering on Page Mill Rd. District Rangers 3 SMCSO 1 IR 10S138 and OST's assisted in clearing the cows off the roadway. CHP and Animal Control SCCSO 1 responded to assist. The cattle entered Coal Creek and later Russian Ridge OSPs. Staff contacted the grazing lessee who responded and was able to corral the cows the next day and confirm they were his cows. Several other cow escapes were reported over the next week. Staff again assisted in recapturing and returning the cows. A break in the fence was eventually located and repaired by the grazing lessee. Preserve Coal Creek Location Page Mill Rd. Jun 30 A residential burglary was discovered by the District's Maintenance Supervisor at a District 2 SMCSO 2 IR 10S140 rental residence in the preserve. A vehicle was stolen along with various household items. The resident was on vacation and was notified of the burglary. The residence is in a remote location,behind a locked gate.The gate had been pulled off it's hinges to provide access. San Mateo County Sheriff Deputies responded and investigated. Preserve Russian Ridge Location 20300 Skyline Blvd. Residence No NN Tuesday,February 15,2011 i OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 11 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Jul 04 A structure fire adjacent to both Russian Ridge and Coal Creek OSP threatened the 6 CDF IR 10S142 wildland. Along with two CAL FIRE engines, District Staff was first on scene, and provided PAF traffic control until San Mateo County Sheriff Deputies arrived and took over. A CAL FIRE aircraft and helicopter attacked the fire from the air. A small spot fire occurred on the SMCSO 1 Russian Ridge OSP side of the highway but was quickly contained. District Rangers patrolled both preserves to check for spot fires. Both Russian Ridge and Coal Creek OSPs were closed and reopened the next day. Preserve Russian Ridge Location 20365 Skyline Blvd.- Off-site vicinity of Russian Ridge&Coal Creek Jul 04 District Rangers heard a motorcycle coming up the Jones Trail at St.Joseph's Hill OSP. 2 IR 1OF207 One of the rangers attempted to make contact, but the rider turned around and headed in the opposite direction. Los Gatos Police were requested, but were cancelled when it became apparent the suspect had fled the area. Preserve St.Joseph's Hill Location Novitiate Trail to intercept Jul 05 District Rangers spotted lights from two motorcycles in the preserve after hours. Staff was 3 IR 1OS143 unable to locate the motorcycles,but found fresh tracks. The area was checked again the next morning,and a contractor stated he had seen fresh tracks and oil which had leaked onto the ground. Preserve Russian Ridge Location Mindego Ranch Area Jul 14 Multiple violations of the Districts"Vehicles Prohibited"ordinance occurred when 2 i n released. motorc cles entered the reserve. Three subjects were cited and IR 10F213 Y P 1 Preserve Sierra Azul Location Cothran Road Jul 18 Four individuals,including two juveniles,were cited for smoking in the Skyline Ridge OSP. 2 IR 1OS152 In addition,warnings were given for possession of alcohol,and marijuana. The adults were warned for providing alcohol to minors. Preserve Thomewood Location Dennis Martin Creek Jul 18 District Rangers assisted at an off-site fatality bicycle accident on Highway 9 near 2 AMR 1 MA IOS153 Saratoga Gap OSP by establishing a helicopter landing zone,and assisting with traffic CDF 1 control Preserve CHP 1 Location Hwy.9 above Redwood Gulch SCCF 2 SCCSO 1 Jul 22 An attempted sexual assault/theft/kidnapping with the use of gun was committed off site. 3 CASP 1 MA 10S158 Radio traffic was copied about the event,and District rangers responded to Castle Rock CHP 1 State Park to meet with the Incident Commander. The subject is still at large and is suspected of also being involved with illegal marijuana growing. A"BOL"(Be On The SCCSO 1 Lookout)was put out to all local enforcement jurisdictions. SCCP 1 Preserve SCRCSO 1 Location Castle Rock State Park Jul 22 Two subjects were stopped and warned for being in a closed area at Bear Creek OSP. 2 IR 1OF227 One of the individuals was wearing a full CHP uniform which appeared unusual to the ranger. The same individual was later arrested for impersonating a police officer in Atascadero. Preserve Bear Creek Redwoods Location Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 12 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Jul 28 At Rancho San Antonio County Park an individual was contacted as he returned to his 1 IR 10F235 vehicle. The individual matched the description of someone who,on previous visits, had jumped out of the bushes and scared women. The individual had numerous notes taped on the dashboard and steering wheel,some of which made mention of ammunition and swords. Two knives were observed by the District Ranger when the suspect opened his vehicle. Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies responded and warned the individual about his inappropriate behavior prior to releasing him. Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location Aug 03 Three visitors with alcohol in their possession were observed by District Rangers inside the 2 IR IOS173 preserve. Alcohol had also been given to a minor. None of the individuals had valid driver's licenses with them. No record of their drivers'licenses could be found when records were checked through radio communications. One individual stated he had driven his father's car,without permission,and without a valid driver's license. Two of the individuals were cited,and all three were released to take a taxi home. Preserve Monte Bello Location Stevens Creek Nature Trail Aug 08 A car was being driven westbound on Highway 9 when the driver experienced difficulties 2 CHP 1 MA fOS175 with it's acceleration. The driver pulled off to the side of the road,saw something dripping SCCF from the engine and suddenly flames appeared from under the hood,which quickly engulfed the whole vehicle. District Rangers arrived on the scene and took protective 9 9 actions. No one was injured in the incident. Preserve Location Hwy.9, 1/2 mile east of Hwy.35(Saratoga side of the ridge) Aug 13 A person was observed releasing a rattlesnake near the Fault Trail. He stated that he had 1 IR 10S180 caught the snake at his home. He was given a verbal warning and educated on why it is not appropriate to relocate wildlife in District Preserves. Preserve Los Trancos Location Near the Interpretive(Fault)Trail Aug 14 A neighbor reported hearing shots in the area of the lower flank of Mindego Hill,just below 1 IR 1OS205 Mindego Lake. The following day a dead deer,that had been shot in the head,was found on the neighbor's property. Preserve Russian Ridge Location Below Mindego Lake Aug 24 A fire occurred approximately 30 feet off Pheasant Road in the Rancho De Guadalupe 2 CDF 15 IR 1OF271 Area at a location known as"dumpers corner',which has a notorious history of illegal SJF 15 garbage dumping. The fire burned approximately 300 feet up a gully shaded by bay trees and was extinguished by fire suppression personnel. SCCP 1 Preserve Sierra Azul-Rancho de Guadalupe Location Pheasant Road Aug 25 Active marijuana cultivation was located by San Mateo County Sheriff during a flyover 1 SMCSO 1 IR 10S199 earlier in the month. District staff assisted by showing access to the area. Approximately 1,634 plants were confiscated. District staff will coordinate with the Sheriff Office for the cleanup. Preserve Windy Hill Location Site accessed from Middle Rd.water tank facility Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 13 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Aug 26 Verbal altercations occurred involving inappropriate comments between a dog walker and 1 IR 1OF272 a bicyclist. The dog walker said altercations between dog walkers and bicyclists on the preserve were ongoing and escalating. Preserve St.Joseph's Hill Location F.: �.,-:.�; '`�' �:� 3 F `a ,; t, � w Sep 03 A District ranger located and cited three juveniles who were trying to hide by trespassing 3 IR 1OF289 on McQueen's Ridge,adjacent to the former Almaden Air Force Base. The subjects all admitted to being on the base. One of the individuals stated he had taken some rope from the base as a souvenir. Preserve Sierra Azul-Mt. Umunhum Location Air Force Base Sep 06 An attempted break in occurred at the former Sherrill property. The renter contacted a 2 PAPD 5 IR 10S208 neighboring resident District Ranger to inform her of the situation. The ranger had already contacted Palo Alto Police because she had been woken by someone trying to break into her District Residence. When the ranger had turned the outside floodlights on she had seen a person with a flashlight walking toward the barn and tree farm. Five Palo Alto Police units responded, and searched the area with District rangers. They were unable to locate a suspect. Preserve Monte Bello Location Rental Residence Sep 08 A resident District Ranger was awakened by sirens in the South Skyline Area,and 2 CDF 1 MA 10S209 scanned for emergency traffic. A structure fire had extended into a wildland fire in the WF 2 Portola Heights area. District Staff responded and were cancelled after confirming that no District Land was involved. It was determined a long time Portola Heights resident lost his home in the fire. Preserve Location Long Ridge Road, Portola Heights Area Sep 21 Santa Clara County Sheriffs responded to a suspicious death. The area was investigated 2 F&G 1 IR 1OF306 and the victims body was removed by the Santa Clara County Coroner's office. CDF 4 Preserve Bear Creek Redwoods SCCF 4 Location BC05 SCCSO 2 mu ZR „/ eve ��. .\�. x �// ,% ,,-,�/ ('✓zF ._ c„-..�� 01 �� e`+`, �.�� ...< �, .�h •>`` i a,';fir\��.`'a��; \ ,,ems,,,:t�.,�Fi�if i��rl/�U�/rc...•.,, '� � ,,.�i� \��. ,c..�� "�,z;��a ��`� � ,,,x �•s��„`,r, Oct 08 A model airplane caught fire in Rancho San Antonio County Park and was extinguished 1 IR 1OF322 with no threat to vegetation. Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location Oct 16 District Staff responded with lights and siren after receiving a request from California State 2 CASP 2 IR 10S239 Parks to backup a ranger in Portola Redwood State Parks who had two subjects with guns illegally climbing in the park. The subjects were cited and released. Preserve Long Ridge Location LR13 Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 14 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Oct 18 A naked runner was contacted by a District Ranger after the runner was seen running in 3 IR 1OS242 view of Highway 35. He stated that he thought it was OK to be naked in open space. He was told to put on clothes,cited,and released. Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Equestrial lot,just inside pipe gate Oct 27 District rangers discovered an illegal trail off Highway 9 on the former Foster/Girdner 2 IR 1OS248 property. A possible associated vehicle was run for registration. The rangers went on foot patrol in the area and found sections of the illegal trail still under construction. They were unable to locate the owner of the vehicle or anyone else possibly associated with the illegal trail construction. Preserve Saratoga Gap Location 1/4 mi north of Redwood Gulch Rd. in a closed area of SG OSP in the Foster Girdner area Oct 31 A visitor riding her bike uphill when she was bitten by a dog on leash.She described the 2 IR 10F343 dog as a Collie/Sheppard mix, rust and black colored and overweight.She said the dog did not initially display any signs of aggression but was sniffing her leg when it suddenly bit her,breaking the skin and putting a hole in her pants. Rangers were unable to locate the dog after searching the area.They put out a BOL("Be on the Lookout")to surrounding public agencies and San Jose Animal Control. Preserve St.Joseph's Hill Location near the intersection with Flume \:\\a��\�*3 ;o`p�.\ t ,y�s�sj/f,✓ jN`.?'�' ,'',��,y. ✓i,z .. � w'E - < .:aa� , \a�c1�„y�.',\ I � ,ya'ezaj\i? ��''; ✓, .''.rlm �i.r � �, \.,` *.�,�". .`a\� .: C a ? E.: \. :� i/ i/N ro. .�A A .,i.ti 1.., Nov 06 A runner fell into a tree, injured both wrists, hit her face,and possibly lost consciousness. 4 CDF 1 IR 1OS254 District Rangers were first on scene and provided medical care to the patient. The victim CALSTAR was transported to the Skyline Ridge Parking Lot where CAL FIRE paramedics treated her. The patient was airlifted to a hospital. SCRCF 1 Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Chestnut Orchard Nov 13 Four subjects were contacted on the Mount Umunhum Air Base and cited for violation of a 2 IR 10F354 being in a"Hazardous Closed Area". Preserve Sierra Azul Location Former Almaden Air Force Base(Mt. Umunhum) Nov 13 Four subjects were stopped and cited for possession and discharging of paint ball guns. 3 IR 10F353 Preserve Sierra Azul Location Nov 14 Two motorcyclists were shot with pellets while driving along Highway 35 in front of the 1 CDF 1 MA 105271 North Ridge Parking Lot. The victims suffered minor injuries to the hand and knee. San CHP 1 Mateo County Sheriff Deputies took two male juveniles into custody,along with two pellet guns. SIVICSO 1 Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Hwy.35 near Purisima Creek OSP Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 15 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff Nov 30 District Staff discovered approximately 25 trees along Portola Road,on District Land just 2 IR 10S270 north of the entrance to the Portola Road Parking Lot,which had been illegally topped. Believing it was done to improve the view of the private residence on the east side of the road,the Skyline Area Superintendent contacted the property owner as well as the staff of the Town of Portola Valley. Thus far,he has been unable to get anyone to take responsibility for the topping of the trees. Preserve Windy Hill Location Along Portola Valley rd. �!„,",'a/'% t�,�s,�s�'f�`��r��.✓y,J.*� .;�' ;,�; ,. %a t��,,�,,��;a\� ; �:q\�� :.s \\i\.�\ F`ah �� `�s ��, . \\�' ,\\�':\ ,.�`�,,.� ..._, ,.� �„I*.. \G\�N' \��,,, �� 'i', Ems` ��\�� I>i�5 ,'�E �\\Y\,,,;;,..k• \� � � a'�' / 0 v... .. .. ... ..�\3 C�� 3:.y� �� o\ u,,.,•�\�,.\.\v,\ t ..,... he. ""; ,l, �+�, �r;'; �j� ,r " � �`y rT�'l%.n,� ��ti,it`f�,' ;" C Dec 06 A person who appeared to be"under the influence"flagged down a District Ranger who 2 SMCSO 2 MA 10S288 determined the individual might be a hazard to themselves. The ranger requested a San Mateo County Sheriff deputy and ensured the person's safety until a deputy arrived,and took him into custody. Preserve Location Crazy Peters Road&Hwy.35 Dec 12 District Rangers were notified by a person who was roller skating with a dog,who advised 1 SMCSO 1 MA IOS276 them he had been short at with a paint-ball gun coming from a passing vehicle on Purisima Creek Road. The victim was hit on the left wrist. The vehicle described was turned over to San Mateo County Sheriff for their report. Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Purisima Creek Road Dec 19 A visitor found a marijuana grow site in lower Devil's Canyon on an adjacent private 1 SMCSO 1 IR IOS284 property. The information has been relayed to the San Mateo County Drug Task Force. The visitor stated he found a few plants still standing along with tools and pesticide. Preserve Long Ridge Location Off District Lands-Skyline Dec 20 A visitor was cited and released by a District Ranger for urinating in the middle of the trail.. 1 IR t OS283 Preserve Long Ridge Location Peters Creek Trail Dec 25 A ranger was stopped in the Stevens Creek Market parking lot by a person who claimed he 2 SCCSO 3 MA 1OF379 had been hit by a store clerk. The ranger requested Santa Clara County Sheriff to respond. Another District Ranger arrived fires and assisted in keeping the two parties apart until deputies arrived. Preserve Off District Lands-Foothills Location Stevens Creek Market, 10629 S. Foothill Blvd. Dec 31 A visitor was off-loading a horse when it kicked her in the head,slamming her into the 3 CDF 1 IR IOS289 inside wall of the horse trailer. She sustained injuries to the back of her head,forehead SMCSO 1 and nose. WF 1 A witness saw her run out from the trailer and was able to help her get to his vehicle while he summoned help. District Rangers were first on scene and stabilized the patient until she was transported to Stanford Hospital. Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Equestrian lot Tuesday,February 15,2011 OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST 2010 Page 16 DATE PUBLIC SUMMARY Rangers Other Agency #Staff KEY Helicopter-Law Enforcement SCCF Santa Clara Co Fire Santa Clara County Coroner SCCP Santa Clara County Parks Santa Clara County Roads SCCSO Santa Clara Co SO Santa Clara Valley Water District SCRCF Santa Cruz Cc Fire AMR AMR-Ambulance SCRCSO Santa Cruz Cc SO CALSTAR Cal Star SJF San Jose Fire CASP CA State Parks SMCF San Mateo Co Fire CDF CAL FIRE SMCSO San Mateo Co SO CHP CHP WF Woodside Fire F&G CA Det.Of Fish&Game KMF Kings Mountain Fire PAF Palo Alto Fire PAPD Palo Alto PD Tuesday,February 1 S,2011 R-1 1-23 Appendix B.I TEN YEAR FIELD ACTIVITY SUMMARY 2001 2062 2003 1 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 A.VIOLATIONS I.Bike-closed area 62 60 63 89 58 94 89 52 89 76 2.Bike-speed 82 101 93 146 113 92 89 80 94 67 3.Bike-helmet 159 135 152 187 124 157 166 1461 155 129 4.Bike-night riding 39 5 25 13 241 18 12 12 23 131 5.Bike-Unsafe Operation 1 3 41 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 6.Dogs-prohibited 40 52 72 72 55 61 94 117 119 114 7.Dogs-off leash 111 129 168 188 131 199 228 174 215 217 8.01T road vehicle 27 18 34 28 21 17 8 19 15 38 9.Closed area 171 31 53 66 59 771 60 891 72 113 10.After hours 76 106 183 137 197 147 188 185 231 209 1 I.Fishing 2 6 101 to 12 4 5 0 2 3 12.Vandalism 57 58 62 44 83 53 52 31 34 11 13.Parking 505 267 233 196 219 262 225 242 237 125 14.Parking after hrs. 262 366 414 392 2671 320 380 306 321 293 15.Dump/litter 61 4 15 18 14 20 26 51 14 81 16.Campfires 51 1 4 3 6 7 6 1 5 0 17.Camping 2 1 81 16 22 11 6 8 4 18 18.Weapon contact 6 1 24 13 6 14 6 10 8 11 19.Weapon report 8 4 8 2 2 3 1 8 0 2 20.Weapon-Evidence of 6 2 3 4 3 2 3 8 3 2 21.Other 53 114 105 103 184 176 144 851 79 1181 Total 1,5261 1,464 1,733 1,727 1,600 1,734 1,788 1,579 1,721 1,568 B.ACCIDENTS/FIRE I.Bicycle 37 31 28 29 191 20 29 30 40 25 2.Equesttian 3 7 7 3 3 2 3 4 1 2 3.1-liking/Running 22 10 16 12 14 11 20 26, 22 21, 4.Other first aid 13 12 10 9 16 17 13 131 22 101 5.Scarch&rescue to 12 7 10 10 13 9 8 9 11 6.Vehicle 121 6 71 10 8 5 8 1 11 7 7.Helicopter landings 91 10 6 7 4 1 5 4 3 2 8.Fire 6 6 1 5 3 6 7 5 7 6 Total 112 94 82 85 77 75 94 91 115 84 C. ENFORCEMENT I I.Citations 845 761 882 955 7271 1028 1072 506 507 558 2.Parking Citations 470 467 386 3.Written warnings 5701 518 640 629 501 483 584 472 637 491 4.Arrests 71 3 2 1 8 3 1 7 1 2 5.Police assistance 27 37 38 30 18 18 13 25 29 19 Total 1,449 1,326 1,562 1,615 1,254 1,5321 1,670 1,4801 1,641 1,456 D.CRIMES I I I.Auto burglaries 21 14 5 34 31 14 8 23 4 5 2.False information 4 1 3 13 6 6 2 5 2 2 3.Resisting Peace Officer 91 5 18 7 4 6 9 7 9 6 4.Assault 2 2 0 0 0 2 3 3 1 0 5.Poaching 1 0 1 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 6.Possession/Cultivation-Mari' 9 10 14 9 17 211 15 231 14 11 7.Minor in possession of Alcohc 12 3 0 11 4 9 8 25 0 9 8.Other 12 18 16 42 77 22 11 21 16 54 Total 701 53 57 116 139 82 57 107 47 87 E.MUTUAL AID I 1.Accidents 28 38 381 3 31 38 48 51 48 451 2.Enforcement 12 14 11 20 14 81 5 161 12 9 3.Fire 8 4 2 8 3 5 4 4 4 7 4.Helicopter landings 9 11 7 1 9 2 2 10 5 61 15.Other 3 3 8 21 5 3 8 3 2 9 Total 1 601 701 66 341 62 56 6J7 84 71 71 Appendix B.2 VIOLATIONS with at teat rccufr ntes'` �. � 2001 _ 2602, 2003 2t� ..� BOOS 2006' �_�2007' 2008 2009 2010 VIOLATIONS MROSD-701.1(c)-Leash required-Dog 110 132 167 194 128 205 231 179 216 217 MROSD-805.3-After hours 105 101 189 132 198 1S6 168 206 232 209 MROSD-502.3(a)-Helmet required 164 135 155 188 119 151 153 142 156 125 MROSD-701.1(b)-Dog in prohibited area 39 SO 70 70 55 62 78 114 128 107 MROSD-502.1-Closed area-bicycle 49 58 64 78 49 74 75 58 84 76 MROSD-500.1-Trail use speed limit 88 100 95 145 117 85 89 85 103 67 MROSD-805.2(a)-Enter temporary/regular cl 24 44 55 78 66 87 65 80 53 66 MROSD-805.2(b)-Enter sensitive/hazardous 7 14 4 10 22 47 MROSD-404.2-Smoking-undesignated area 7 7 15 15 21 20 30 45 MROSD-801.1(1)-Prohibited Areas(Nondesig 1 23 53 46 39 41 39 39 MROSD-802.1-Vehicles prohibited 4 4 1 3 38 MROSD-400.1-Camping without permit 2 8 12 7 13 9 12 13 16 MROSD-805.4-Bicycle after hours 25 13 26 5 8 25 13 PC-602.8(a)-Trespass 12 MROSD-702.1-Damaging/removing plants 1 12 MROSD-410.1-Alcoholic beverages-beer/win 3 4 12 11 2 9 MROSD-703.1-Unlawful defacement 1 9 PC-148(a)(1)-Resist,Obstruct,Delay Peace 0 2 3 10 3 10 9 PC-594(b)(2)(A)-Vandalism,damage<$400 9 PC-374.4-Littering 2 4 6 5 1 8 8 CVC-21212(a)-Minor bicycling without helm 7 MROSD-403.1(b)-Possession of/discharging 7 MROSD-703.2-Unlawful construction 1 6 MROSD-408.2-Permit Required 2 6 H&S-11357(b)-Possession of Marijuana-<a 1 6 MROSD-602.1-Harvesting/planting without 6 MROSD-408.4-Failure to comply with permit 5 B&P-25662(a)-Minor in Possession of Alcoho 5 PC-459-Burglary 5 PARKING MROSD-801.1(i)-Prohibited Areas(After hou 263 368 347 313 223 341 286 309 326 293 MROSD-801.1(d)-Prohibited Areas(Blocking 18 15 21 14 16 12 22 MROSD-801.1(a)-Prohibited Areas(Signed) 453 232 175 170 69 73 86 86 68 19 MROSD-801.1(k)-Disabled Parking: Permit R 4 4 5 6 2 6 14 SCC-B12-120-No parking 8 23 14 9 16 9 12 MROSD-801.1(b)-Prohibited Areas(On fire tr 4 4 6 2 7 5 12 CVC-22507.8(a)-Disabled Parking—Paved/M 1 9 5 6 13 6 7 21 10 SM CO-7.30.010-No Parking Zone 10 Tuesday,February 15,2011 Appendix B.2 VIOLATIONS with at least 5 occurrence 2001 ": ;i f2 10 �2004 2005 —2006 1007 '2008` 1",2009 010 CVC-22505(b)-Parking—State Highway 10 20 2 10 9 6 9 MROSD-801.1(h)-Prohibited Areas(Red curb 88 33 34 19 11 9 12 18 1s 7 MROSD-801.1(f)-Prohibited Areas(Blocking t 6 9 11 6 14 9 6 Tuesday,February 15,2011 R-1 1-23 Appendix C District Enforcement Activities Ten Year History 2000 _. 60,000 1800 1600 00000r, - 55,000 1400 — y � �•� 50,000 1200 - 1000 - - - - - -"- • - - - 45,000 O00 Z X X X 40,000 600 - X 400 135,000 200 - -- - 0 11, 30,000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Bicycle Violations X Written Warnings - Citations—Total Violations —Vandalism --* •Acres of Land R-l 1-23 Appendix D Accidents By User Type 37 _ � � _ .a 40 _tee 40 28 -- - . 29 _ 30 30 - 25 25___. 19 _ _ 20 Q 20 _ P 4- 0 z 15 10 -- 5 i 0 -- - T 2001 2002 Bicycle 2003 2004 Hiking/Running 2005 2006 2007 _ _ Equestrian Year 2008 2009 2010 i * ' IMidpeninsula Regional Open Space District To: Board of Directors From: Stephen E. Abbors Date: March 4, 2011 Re: FYIs r Mid peninsula Regional Open Space District CLOSING MEMORANDUM To: Stephen E. Abbors, General Manager From: Gordon Baillie,Management Analyst-Operations � . Date: February 16,2011 Subject: Diocese Property Addition,Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve Pursuant to the Agreement Management A with Santa Clara County Parks, effective November 23,2010, g �' ty management of the 127.85 acre parcels passed to the District. I am not aware of any use and management concerns that were not addressed in the staff report to the Board. In accordance with the terms of the agreement,neighbors to the property are being notified of this change of management. The following chart presents details for this property: DEDICATION&ACQUISITION INFORMATION Ownership Board Approval Date& Preserve Status: Resolution Number or & County Grantor Acres (Fee,Easement, Area & Lease,Mgmt General Manager A.P.N. A reement Approval Date Area A 342-63-004 Santa Clara 67.54 Management November 17, 2010 County Agreement Area B: 342-52-008 Parks 2.55 342-57-048 1.00 Area C: 342-62-001 56.76 Total of Diocese area: 127.85 Acres Dedication Mgmt.Status: Date (Open,Closed, Closing Date CMU,or St�us Purchase Price GIS Code Other) (Intended or Type Withheld November 23,2010 Ogen Withheld Management N/A 2134 Agreement Misc.Notes: See attached map See attached Management Agreement cc: Board of Directors Planning Manager*(See Note) Accounting *(See Note) Public Affairs Administrative Assistant Field Offices(SFO&FFO)*(See Note) Public Affairs Manager GIS Coordinator Real Property Administrative Assistant Legal Administrative Assistant*(See Note) Senior Real Property Planner Management Analyst Sign Coordinator*(See Note) Operations Manager #� `V'r� y F�, �a� �'��Ir�t'"'�'�1 �_"' ��r+ "•a, � /,� r/ lYW nY''7�i i Y. v (t„r%'�h'► { Yy�r may-'r1 r. ('i '�'� '� al� ``� �" .' ter' r '♦`�' 14 R ri'4� •' i f 4�r�.. 1. IJ 't1J�1 t i! 4 y � �,Q � `.I jp "• f F'.�." �, $tea✓4�. 4�k s: APNs&Acreage for the Diocese property: t ,p "'1 ' r' Area A:342-63-004=67.54 Acres '} "o r w' ," •— '; ` •;'[' Area B:342-52-008=2.55 Acres+342-57-048=1.00 Acre Area C:342-62-001=56.76 Acres Total of Diocese area:127 85 Acres uho San Meonlo lnioGaa RSA park-Area already under MROSD management: •342-05-028+342-05-061+342-05-062=165.00 Acres !�• + &�'1 g 'i7y `Information provided by Ian Champeny-Santa Clara County Parks,and Jean Chung[MROSD]. ` 2/11/2011 .,,..: ;-woo, �+a frlr' .1, fitr /,tY i1tAlil� //a�y�p�Y u ` �.r a "i.l �- t 7 '�• =� �y�g' •s iliav o '.I ♦ t 1ta y�' � �R Title: Comments: S A H T A C L A R A :"•rancho San Antonio COUNTY PARKS Date: Created By: Scale: This map generated by the County of Santa Clara Department of Perks and Recreaton.The GIS files were compiled from vanous sources. 0 395 790 1 580 2 370 3,160 VMile deemed reliable,the Department assumes no habdity. ainsaiiFeet t ; Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District i To: Board of Directors From: Stephen E. Abbors Date: March 9, 2011 Re: Late FYIs 1 i Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Memorandum DATE: March 9,2011 MEMO TO: Board of Directors THROUGH: David San uinetti,Operations Manager g p g FROM: Brian Malone,Area Superintendent SUBJECT: District Request to Caltrans for No Parking Areas along Hwy.35/Skyline Boulevard and Hwy 84/La Honda Road The District is working on two separate projects to request authorization from Caltrans to install"No Parking"signage along Skyline Blvd./Hwy 35 and La Honda Road/Hwy 84. Caltrans requires that both of these projects obtain a resolution from the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors that approves the no parking areas. This is not a county requirement. The first project is the addition of several no parking after-hours locations adjacent to District preserves. The purpose is to reduce the impacts of after-hours use on the preserves. "No parking`h hour after sunset until 6AM"signs will be placed along pullouts next to District Preserves if final approval is received. There are already similar restrictions in place along Skyline Blvd adjacent to Saratoga Gap and Long Ridge Open Space Preserves. The same signage has been very effective in restoring the knoll in Foothills Preserve which had been impacted by problematic after-hour use. No parking after-hours signage has the added benefit of improving officer safety for District rangers by reducing the number of contacts that need to be made with subjects. The second project is the addition of several no parking zones adjacent to El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve in conjunction with the construction of a new staging area. These restrictions are designed to eliminate existing roadside parking on narrow shoulders with insufficient lines of sight and to improve traffic flow along Skyline Boulevard.The Board approved the request for these no parking zones when it approved the construction of the new staging area at its meeting of February 10,2010(See Report R-10-35). The first step in the process is to solicit public input,which is the purpose of the attached letter,which the County sent to about 600 residents who live within 300 feet of the proposed sign locations on Hwy 35/Skyline Boulevard and Hwy 84/La Honda Road. The next step is to present a proposed resolution along with the public's input to the County Board of Supervisors on May 241h. If approved by the County Board of Supervisors,the District will then request an encroachment permit from Caltrans. I� I � t