HomeMy Public PortalAbout20130522 - Agenda Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 13-12 k:
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
Meeting 13-12
SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Administrative Office
330 Distel Circle, Los Altos,CA 94022
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
SPECIAL MEETING BEGINS AT 5:30 P.M.*
REGULAR MEETING BEGINS AT 7:00 P.M.*
I
AGENDA
5:30 SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT—
CLOSED SESSION
ROLL CALL
1. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR—California Government Code§54956.8
Real Property: an Mateo n APN 0 2-1 0- 82-1 0- 4 - 61- 4 08 -361-100 082-1 -11 e S a eo County s 8 5 030,0 5 0 0,083 3 0 0, 3 30 0,
p Y Y
082-130-120 082-130-130 and 082-140-010
Agency Negotiator: Michael Williams,Real Property Manager
Negotiating Parties: Tricia Suvari,Vice President Acquisition, Peninsula Open Space Trust
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
7:00 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT—
OPEN SESSION
REPORT ON RETURN FROM CLOSED SESSION(IF NECESSARY)(The Board shall publicly state any reportable action
taken in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.1)
I
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS—PUBLIC
i
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
7:05 CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approve Minutes of the Special and Regular Board Meetings—May 8,2013
2. Approve Revised Claims Report
3. Written Communications—Bear Creek Stables
4. Approval of a Recommendation from the Legislative, Funding and Public Affairs Committee to Designate the
Names for the"Connector Trail"and the`Bear Gulch Trail"respectively as the Sierra Morena Trail and the
Oljon Trail,which are Part of the Staging Area and Trails Project at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space
Preserve—T. Hugg i
i
i
CONSENT CALENDAR(CONTINUED)
5. Authorization to Extend the Contract with Patsons Press for Printing Services for Fiscal Year 2013-14-P.
Koenig
6. Authorization to Extend the Contract with Patsons Press for Mailing Services for Fiscal Year 2013-14-P.
Koenig
7:10 BOARD BUSINESS
7. Award of Contract with Grossmann Design Group to Complete the Contract Documents for the Radar Tower
Interim Repair project at Mount Umunhum -G.Coony
8. Year-End Review of the FY2012-13 Action Plan-K. Drayson
9. Informational Presentation on New Land Purchases During Fiscal Year 2012-13-M. Williams
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 mov appear earlier or later than listed.Agenda is subject to change of order,
TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The President 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 ordinari1j,be limited
to three minutes.Alternately,you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates.
Consent Calendar:A//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 remo ved.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 OF AGENDA
1,Michelle Radcliffe,District Clerk for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District(MROSD),declare that the foregoing agenda for the Regular Meeting of the
MROSD Board of Directors was posted and available for review on May 17,2013,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
Signed this 17"'day of May,at Los Altos,California. P.A
U District Clerk May 17,2013
�
Claims No. 13-10
Meeting 13-12
'
Date May 22. 2O13
Revised
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
' # Amount Name Description
20186 *8.442.00 Department[n Water Resources Rickey Dam Annual Fees
201e7 $n.00*oo *npountemps Accounting Temp
20188 $*.773.98 So|'s Mobile Service vaxio|e Maintenance&Repairs �
� 20189 $4.519.74 Langley Hill Quarry Rock For Russian Ridge And Long Ridge Trail 8 Road Work
� 20190 $3.2*7.e0 John Nurthmvre Roberts&Associates Schematic Design Services'Mt. Umunhvm Staging Area
20191 $2.e13.23 Hertz Equipment Rental Equipment Rental'Tractor Rental For Road Work At Long Ridge �
&Russian Ridge
20192 $2.158.05 Hsieh, Benny Reimbursement'Expenses For*0z Including Shelving, Display
For Conference Room,Phones For Conference Room,Water
| Filter Sytom/Mileage
/ 20183 *1.655.00 Hazard Management Services Lead Assessments&Asbestos Testing For Galloway Gate,GpO
Office/Shop&McDonald Cabin
� 2019* $1.012.81 Moffett Supply Company Janitorial Supplies For Skyline Preserves
20195 $1.*15.00 Normal Data Consulting Services'Incidents&Permits Database
20196 *1.397.65 ZomTuv|m Tools For SFO-Panel Saws
20197 $1.154.84 Home Depot Field Supplies/Supplies For Rental Residence Repairs/Paint
/
Supplies For Bear Creek Redwoods Fence Project Supplies For �
GrO Shop Boxes/Tools For FFO/Rental Residence Expense
/
Supplies For Aq2/Insect Repellant
20198 $1.069.87 RDO Equipment Company Mower Attachment Repairs
20189 $910.57 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Fire Hose Accessories'SFO
20200 *862.87 Gmmcn|a^u Power Equipment Field Supplies/Parts For Chainsaw&Brush Cutters
20201 *750.00 Aaron's Septic Tank Service Pumping Services'Russian Ridge&Monte Bello
20202 $732.24 Goodyear Auto Service Center Tires&Tire Installation
| znoon $601 1s San Jose Water Company vvoterSewiwv-nS*
|
uuz&* $559.32 United Site Services Sanitation Services-Fremont Older&Sierra Azu|
20205 $500.00 Gmg's Trucking Service Trucking Services-Rock Delivery For FrOStock
20206 $379.23 Reon|ogy South Bay oumpsterSomiuo-RSA |
|
20207 $355J: Petty Cash Bridge Toll/Parking Fees/Field Supplies/Office&Break Room
Supplies-AO2/Phone For Nature Center/Mileage
20208 $288.97 California Water Service Company Water Service'rrV
20209 $241 0% Munmwon. pou| Reimbursement-Volunteer Supplies
/
20210 $210.32 TadunSupv|y Janitorial Supplies
20211 $200.00 City[n Palo Alto Utilities Utility Fees'Black Mountain
20212 $190.16 Green Waste Garbage Service'Gp0
20213 $173.00 Santa Clara County'Office[nThe Fingerprinting Services
Sheriff
20214 $150.08 West Coast Aggregates Culvert Installation/w Bear Creek Redwoods
20215 $114.e7 Mission Trail Waste Systems Garbage Service'*O
20216 $113.10 Barron Park Supply Parts Tn Repair Water Tank pxpu|gpoRidge |
70217 $87.01 Schaffner,Sheryl neimuumemnnt-Mi|eege&CitypxmmoyeConfenenceExpenoe
20218 *rVVV PamficTe|emenogoment Services Pay Phone-Black Mountain
20219 $64.68 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter Supplies
20220 $6165 Protection One Fire Inspection&Monitoring-AO
� 20221 **1.33 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expenses �
�
� 20222 $39.13 Trout Bach, Rebecca neimbumement-VVind»xieldVVipeo
20223 $3&68 Sunnyvale Ford Parts For Patrol Truck �
znoov $36.95 Cupertino Bike Shop Parts For Patrol Bike Repair
� 20225 $32.85 California Chamber[f Commerce zn1J California Labor Law Digest&Employer Posters-AOz
� 30226 $29�00 Claire Moore Reimbursement'Electricity For Air Quality Monitoring/tRSA
20227 $27.52 Life Assist CPR Training Supplies
� 20228 $2*.25 Rayne Of San Jose Water Service'Fremont Older �
�
Page^mz �
Claims No. 13-10
Meeting 13-12
Dabs May 22. 2O13
Revised
^ �
M;dpeninsula Regional Open Space District �
. # Amount Name 0mmoript|ww
20229 $25,00 City[f Palo Alto Parking Citation Review,
20230 $21.46 O'Reilly Auto Parts Supplies For rFO Maintenance Trucks
20231 n $37.677.50 TKO General Engineering& Dumpsite Removal/a Powell Property&Supplies For �
Construction Thumwwopd Emergency Creek Work
20232R $13.492.45 Public Dialogue Consortium Consultant Services For Vision Plan Public Participation �
� 20233R $10.231.25 Timothy C. Best,CsG Engineering Geological Services'Txome*mou Emergency Creek �
Work/Mt. umunhum Trail Project
� 20234n $*.616.45 Ancvunuamnn Accounting Temp
` 20235R *4.140.00 8evcvnConyuxants Gemeohnica|Consulting Services'Mt. Vmvnxvm Staging Area
20230R $2.482.9* Hertz Equipment Rental Equipment Rental-Excavator Rental For Culvert Installation&
Road Repairs/w Sierra*zu|
20237n $2.158.50 Metro Mobile Communications Spare Portable Radio For District Vehicle
2023en $1.192.85 John wortxmvna Roberts&Associates Consulting Services Fo,DeuiQn&ConetmmionDvcvments-
MmuegoGatewuystagingAes
2023en $1.050.00 Grossman Design Group Consulting Services'Mt. Umunhvm Demolition Contract
Documents
30240n $1.045.31 Foster Brothers Lvuxw-FFO
! 20241 R %803.75 Tires On The Go Tires
' 20242n $653.10 outromatoriu|s Rock For Txpmewnou Emergency Creek Work
20243n $642.50 Geo'a Trucking Service Transportation For Thornewood Emergency Creek Work
20744 R $514.82 Reed&Graham Geouomi|e Fabric Fo,Txnmewnod Emergency Creek Work
20245R $434�18 CMK Automotive Vehicle Maintenance&Repairs
202*6R $315.00 om'o Towing Service Towing Services '
20247n $255.00 Hazard Management Services Hazardous Material Inspection-Rental Residence
20248n $220�66 Staples Credit Plan Office Supplies
2024en $217.*1 Stevens Creek Quarry Rock For Thomewvnd Emergency Creek Work
oouaux $213.34 Mills,Amanda Raimbuoeme^t-Moeoge
20251 R *zoo.VO Mountain View Optometry Safety Glasses
20252R *117A4 w United Site Services Sanitation Services For Crew Doing Work*u The Hawthorn
Property
20253 n $28.75 |o p|un Name Tags
Total $130,933'38
|
# Hawthorn expense
Page umz �
�
�
- Claims No. 13'10
Meeting 13'12
Doba 5/22/13
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
# Amount Name Description
�
� 20186 $8.442.00 Department 0 Water Resources Rickey Dam Annual Fees
20187 ¢5.904.00 Aocnunmmpe Accounting Temp
20188 $4.773.96 So|'o Mobile Service Vehicle Maintenance&Repairs
20189 $4.519.74 Langley Hill Quarry Rock For Russian Ridge And Long Ridge Trail&Road Work
20190 $3.247.50 John Northmpne Roberts&Associates Schematic Design Services'Mt. Umunhvm Staging Area �
20191 $2.91123 Hertz Equipment Rental Equipment Rental-Tractor Rental For Road Work/t Long Ridge
&Russian Ridge
� 20182 $2.158.05 Hsieh, Benny Reimbursement-Expenses For AO2 Including Shelving,Display
� For Conference Room,Phones For Conference Room,Water
Filter 8ytom/Mileage
20193 $1.555.00 Hazard Management Services Lead Assessments&Asbestos Testing For Galloway Gate, SFO
Office/Shop&McDonald Cabin �
2019* $1.612.81 Moffett Supply Company Janitorial Supplies For Skyline Preserves �
20185 $1.415.00 Normal Data CnnnuKingOemioes-|ncidenta&PermitsDotabowe �
20188 $1.3e7,65 ZnmTvp|s Tools For GrD'Panel Saws
� 20197 *1.154.84 Home Depot Field Supplies/Supplies For Rental Residence Repairs/Paint
/ �
� Supplies For Bear Creek Redwoods Fence Project/Supplies For �
� Sp0 Shop Boxes/Tools For FpO/Rental Residence Expense
/ �
� Supplies For A02/Insect Repellant �
20198 $1.039.87 RuO Equipment Company Mower Attachment Repairs �
� 20138 *910.57 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Fi/o*nmeAcoeosnnes-SFO
�
� 20200 $862.e7 Gorden|amd Power Equipment Field Supplies/Parts For Coeinaa*&Brush Cutters
� 20201 $750.00 Aaron's Septic Tank Service pumpmgGowiceo-RueoianRmge&momoUeov �
20202 $732.24 Goodyear Auto Service Center Tires&Tire Installation �
20203 $501,15 San Jose Water Company Water Service'RSA �
20204 $559.32 United Site Services Sanitation Services-Fremont Older&Sierra Aau| �
� 20205 $500-00 Gm,g'u Trucking Service Trucking Services'Rock Delivery For FrOStock �
� 20205 $37923 Reco|vgy South Bay Dumnste,Service'RSA
� 20207 $355.73 Petty Cash Bridge Toll/Parking Fees/Field Supplies/Office&Break Room �
� Supplies'xOu/Phone For Nature Center/mi|emq� �
� �
� zOoVo $288.97 California Water Service Company Water Service'pFO �
� 30209 *241.82 Mcmuwon. Pov| mnimbursemont-Vo|untaerSunpnem �
20210 $210.32 TadcoGvpp|y Janitorial Supplies �
� 20211 *300o0 City Cn Palo Alto Utilities Utility Feeu-B|acxMnun/oin
� 20213 $188.16 Green Waste Garbage Service-8FD
�
20213 $173.00 Santa Clara County'Office[nThe Fingerprinting Services
� Sheriff
� 20214 $150.08 West Coast Aggregates Culvert Installation*u Bear Creek Redwoods �
20215 *114.57 Mission Trail Waste Systems Garbage Service'xO
20216 $113.10 Barron Park Supply Parts To Repair Water Tank/uPv|ganRidge
20217 $87.01 Schaffner,Sheryl Reimbursement'Mileage&City Attorneys Conference Expense �
� 20218 $78.00 Pacific To|omoneg*meotServices Pay Phone'Black Mountain �
�
20219 $64.68 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter Supplies �
20220 *63.66 Protection One rire|nppectinn&Monitvring-xO
� 20221 *41.33 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expenses
� 20222 $39.13 Trout Bach,Rebecca Reimbursement-Windshield Wipers �
� 20223 $38.68 Sunnyvale Ford Parts For Patrol Truck �
� 20224 *36,95 Cupertino Bike Shop Parts For Patrol Bike Repair
� 20225 $32.85 California Chamber OfCommerce z013 California Labor Law Digest Q Employer Posters'xO2
20226 $29.08 Claire Moore Reimbursement-Electricity For Air Quality Monitoring/wRSA
� 20227 $27,52 Life Assist CPR Training Supplies
� 20228 $2615 Rayne nf San Jose Water Service'Fremont Older
�
� Page,ofz
�
�
����
Claims No. 13-10
Meeting 13-12
Date 5/22/13
Mid peninsula Regional Open Space District
# Amount Name Description
20229 $25.00 City Of Palo Alto Parking Citation Reviews
20230 $21.46 O'Reilly Auto Parts Supplies For FFO Maintenance Trucks
Total $48,216.38
j I
i I
i
i
�I
Page 2 of 2
I
+I
Midpeninsula Regional
' Open Space District
I
To: Board of Directors
From: Stephen E. Abbors
I
Date: May 22, 2013
Re. Written Communications
i
I
I
�I
i
I
i
From: Glenda Smith
To: Elaina Cuzick
Cc: )envy Whitman Erfert Fenton; Eleanor; BOARD
Subject: Re: Del"s report
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 9:11:19 AM
Hi Elaina,
Since finding out on Friday that this meeting is open to the public, I've become concerned that we are
going into this unprepared. We don't know what is going to be shared and what the recommendation
to the board will be. We would like to be able to address any concerns/recommendations that are
presented.
I would appreciate it if you could email the power point to me today.
Thanks so much,
Glenda
Sent from my Mad
On Apr 19, 2013, at 11:30 AM, Elaina Cuzick <ecuzick@openspace.org> wrote:
> Hi Glenda,
>
> This is an informational Powerpoint presentation to the Board which the Board and members of the
public will see for the first time in the meeting. There is not a formal report for this agenda item.
> Thanks much,
> elaina
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Glenda Smith
> Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2013 3:14 PM
> To: Elaina Cuzick
> Subject: Del's report
> Hi Elaina,
> It was good to meet with all of you and get up to date.
>
> I was wondering if you could send me a copy of Del's report by Monday. I'd really appreciate it.
> Thanks,
> Glenda
> I
> Sent from my Phone
i
i
Ii
i
I
From: Gabriela Nielsen
To: BOARD
Cc: Kaa is Wick
Subject: keep stables open!
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 3:17:17 PM
Hello,
I am writing to express my concern about the closure of the Bear Creek Stables.
Our family values the opportunity to remain close to nature and visit animals as often as we can. It keeps us
grounded and it motivates us to take care of our land and our community.
We hope Bear Creek Stables can continue to operate so we can have access to farm animals close to home.
Sincerely,
Gabriela Nielsen
i I
it
I
I
I
I
i
From: Helen Midgard
To: BOARD
Cc: Jenny Whitman
Subject: Re: BCS
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 8:59:05 AM
On Apr 21, 2013, at 8:23 PM, Helen Midgard <hmidgard@me.com> wrote:
>
> For the consideration of the special committee at Mid Pensular open space,
> I am a successful financial advisor with 28 years at Merrill Lynch who lives in Mountain View and
could as easily board my horses at a facility in Woodside or Portola Valley, but chose 17 years ago to
be at Bear Creek Stables. My decision was based soley on the management of Glenda Smith and the
unique community environment provided by my fellow boarders, who range from families with children
to older retired folk.
>
> Everyone has one thing in common, they love their horses and look out for their fellow boarders. The
one common thread that runs through all of us is Glenda. She runs Bear Creek Stables as a family
business, not as a bottom line corporation. For Glenda, this is not a 9 to 5 , but a 24/7 commitment,
wether it is repairing the water line on a stormy night or looking after a sick horse at dawn-- Glenda is
there-- no charge!
>
> There are people at Bear Creek Stables not as financially fortunate as me who are able to live the
American dream of owning a horse, because Glenda makes it possible.
> In our complex, high tech, fast society world, Bear Creek Stables is a haven, a little bit of heaven
with the heart of a community. It would be a heartless act of a large corporation that would
contemplate changing a jewel as precious as Bear Cree Stables.
>
> E Helen Midgard
>
> Merrill Lynch
> First Vice President- Wealth Management
> Senior Financial Advisor
>
>
> Sent from my iPad
I
I
Michelle Radcliffe
From: Jane
Sent: Friday, April 19. 20157:03 PM
To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
�
Dear Board:
�
I have had the opportunity to spend time at Bear Creek Stables with children and with our teaching staff.
kis always a very positive experience. The chance to learn about and be with animals is invaluable to
| the children. The open spaces give both children and teachers another chance to experience our beautiful
� area and come to appreciate how important it is to preserve it and the Stables.The history of the area is always
|
� interesting anwell.
�
| am grateful that the Bear Creek Stables exist and issoaccessible to us. Thank you.
Teacher]ane
USSONS (aka Mt. School)
| �
�
�
��
1
from. neae w�..mam
Tar PSBBQ
ar
Nbjwm Fvd.Bear Leek Stable
D.W M ay,Apnl 22,2013 12:36:31 PM
I
Hello,
l unfortunately we can't come to the meeting.but as part of the community we want to let the board know,that we care a lot about Bear Creek Stables.
j We are a family of four,with two kids age 6 and 8 years old and love to visit Bear Creek Stable•not just to feet and pet the horses,but also to enjoy
i
the lovely surrounding as well as the other animals like cats and goats.It is becoming difficult to find places like Bear Creek Stables.were kids can have
such an open experience with animals in such a way.We love that place!And by the way,we are no horse owners.
Please leave Bear Creek Stable open for many more unforgettable hours of fun!
Thank you.
Jdrq Robin,Piona and Jeannette Weedermann
.Ay.
Ion
or
II �\
�s
''
1
f �
.�
+ !�''�'
� .!
� • ,t, � J
\ � �. d
� (. ��
� ��
'�
1� iy
�,•�
F�}
f
� � 1
�^ 1
yf r
� ;,� � � ` �
,�. � �
�.
From:
To: UQARD
Cc: jenny Whitman
Subject: Status of Bear Creek Stables
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 4:39:49 PM
Attachments: bottom.letterhead
To the MROSD Board:
Thank you for letting Bear Creek Stables stay on the Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve.
Glenda Smith and her volunteers support our local nonprofit group, Neigh Savers. Neigh
Savers is a group dedicated to rescuing California race horses from auctions and feedlots
where they may end up at slaughter and also retraining them for new careers. Ten ex-
race horses have already gone through the Bear Creek Stables program and enjoyed
new careers as trail or show horses.
If you are interested in learning more about Neigh Savers, our website is:
www.neighsavers.com
We also work to educate the community about the many viable options ex race horses
have and recently produced and held the first thoroughbred only horse show on the
west coast. 75 horses were in attendance and it was very successful and thus another
show is now scheduled for late July.
If you would like to know more about the Thoroughbred Classic Horse Show Series, the
website is:
www.thoroughbredclassic.org
i
Lastly, we were recently featured in a KPIX CBS Channel 5 news story. The link is found
below:
httR /sanfrancisco.cbslocaI.com/2013/02/12/caIif-race-tracks-rescue-groups-take-action-
agai nst-horsemeat-trade/
Most Sincerely,
Karin Wagner, CEO & Founder
Neigh Savers Foundation, Inc.
Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2228
www.neiahsavers.com
karin(cbneighsavers.com
�I I
From: Katia Wic
To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 9:13:31 PM
Dear Board Members of the Open Space Preserve:
My children and I are going to Bear Creek Stables once a week to tend to the goats,
feed carrots to the horses, play with the cats and dogs and enjoy being out in
nature. I am not aware of any other place in the South Bay, where my children could
forge such an intimate relationship with those kinds of animals.
My daughters know most of the horses by name. They have their favorite horses
with which they like to cuddle. It is just such a wonderful experience for my
children. It would be very sad for our family, if the opportunity to visit such a special
place regularly would be taken away from us.
We are often bringing other families along when we visit to give them a chance to
experience the stables as well. They all love it. Please understand that Bear Creek
Stables is not just a special place for the people, who board their horses there, but
also for all the visitors who are coming from the urban/suburban Silicon Valley to
interact with the animals.
Best regards,
Katja Wick
From: Liesel Carlson
Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 6:55 PM
To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
Dear MROSD Board Members,
I am writing to you in reference to a recent horse behavior and riding lesson with my daughter Lily and Jenny Whitman at Bear Creek Stables.
The first part of the lesson taught Lily about how to read a horse's body language and emotions.Only after the horse became familiar and
comfortable with my daughter, did the saddling and riding begin. Jenny modeled how to positively and confidently interact and relate to a horse,
while teaching Lily how to guide her horse around the ring. With patience and respect for both rider and horse,Jenny added new appropriate skill
challenges. Lily learned more in the hour than in all of her cumulative experiences with horses.
Our daughter loves to hike,and bike and now she has experienced another way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors-on horseback!
i
Thank you for your support of this"Mountain Gem".
Liesel Carlson
I
r•
s�
I
I
i
file:////FILESERV/...ting/3%20-%20Written%20Communications/Bear%20Creek%20Stables/Bear%20Creek%20Stables L.%20Carlson.htm[4/22/2013 1:05:46 PM]
� From: Lyundall-Erb
. To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
Date: Wednesday,April a4,201310:41:30nn
To the MROSDBoard
It has come to my attention that the board will be considering the Bear Creek Stables and the
continuation of the lease. As an equestrian | am most concerned that the stables be allowed to have
a new lease. MROSD is a wonderful resource for the local equestrians but we are losing stables and
| trails at an alarming rate. Stables that have been in existence for decades are threatened or closed
� by land manageo Forexamp|ethe �ky|ineStab|esa |on8timepartofthePU[ propert\\ hasbeen
� � '
closed and even after a promise of a new spot in the PUC property has not been able to find a new
home and remains closed. GGNRAis limiting the number of horses that can bein the stables on
their property. In addition private stables are closing. It is difficult to own and care for a horse asit
is expensive and most boarding facilities in the area are costly. Bear Creek isa facility that is
reasonable and allows families tobe able to afford to keep horses. Without the help ofGlenda �
�
Smith and the nest of the group at Bea/[reek much of the history and complexity ofthe area would
be lost. �
I have spent quite a bit of time with the planners at GGNRA trying to keep the existing stables as
part ofthe management plan. | understand the limitations of having a private facility in a public
place and the difficulties of managing that area. However there is also the public education part of
having the stables. There is a fine balance between keeping the facilities open to the public and not
allowing the public to bother the horses. Many 0ew0|e have no idea what a barn is and how the
� horses are part of the community. Some of the stables within the GGNRA give lessons, others have
� 4-H and FFA animals as part oftheir mission. There are many ways the stable can add to the �
�
community but not if it doesn't exist. �
| have participated in Docent lead rides and hikes in the Bear Creek Preserve and the stable is an
integral part ofthe history of the area. In addition,Jenny Whitman has been collecting information
� and pictures of the history of Bear Creek and has been leading groups to discuss the history. The
� group at the stable has been very helpful by allowing access with trailers and the use of the area
before and after the rides. Without that help the rides would not happen. |tis hard to find parking �
� for the trailers at most of the preserves. As a K4ROSD docent | would be upset tofind this area no
longer available for rides.
As a concerned equestrian who has been working for years to keep trails and areas open to horses |
� would be disappointed in MROSUfo/ not supporting this activity.
�
Regards, �
� LyndaU Erb, PhD
MROSD Docent
Director, Bay Area Barns and Trails
To the MR0SDBoard
It has come to my attention that the board will be considering the Bear Creek Stables and the �
continuation of the lease. Asan equestrian | am most concerned that the stables be allowed tohave
a new lease. MROSD is a wonderful resource for the local equestrians but we are losing stables and
� trails atan alarming rate. Stables that have been in existence for decades are threatened orclosed
�
by land managers. For example the Skyline Stables, a long time part of the PUC property, has been
closed and even after a promise of a new spot in the PUC property has not been able to find a new
home and remains closed. 66NRAia limiting the number of horses that can bein the stables on
their property. |n addition private stables are closing. |tis difficult tn own and care for a horse asit
is expensive and most boarding facilities in the area are costly. Bear Creek isa facility that is
reasonable and allows families tobe able to afford to keep horses, | have spent quite a bit oftime
with the planners atGGNRA trying to keep the existing stables as part ofthe management plan. |
understand the limitations of having a private facility in a public place and the difficulties of �
managing that area. However there is also the public education part of having the stables. There is
a fine balance between keeping the facilities open to the public and not allowing the public to
� bother the horses. Many people have no idea what a barn is and how the horses are part ofthe
community. Some of the stables within the GGNRA give lessons, others have 4-H and FFA animals
as part of their mission. There are many ways the stable can add to the community but not ifit
doesn't exist.
| have participated in Docent lead rides and hikes in the Bear Creek Preserve and the stable is an
integral part nf the history of the area. |n addition,Jenny Whitman has been collecting information �
�
and pictures of the history of Bear Creek and has been leading groups to discuss the history. The
�
� group at the stable has been very helpful by allowing access with trailers and the use of the area
before and after the rides. Without that help the rides would not happen. |tis hard to find parking
� for the trailers at most of the preserves. As a MROSD docent | would be upset tofind this area no
� longer available for rides.
As a concerned equestrian who has been working for years to keep trails and areas open to horses I
� would be disappointed in MKOSDfur not supporting this activity.
Regards,
� LyndaU Erb, PhD �
MROSD Docent
Director, Bay Area Barns and Trails ,
� !
�
�
i
�
�
!
|
/
From: Lyn i Hood
To: BOARD
Subject: Thank you for your support
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 8:40:02 AM
Dear MROSD board:
On behalf of the Santa Cruz County Equine Evacuation (EVAC) Unit, I
would like to
II� thank you for letting the Bear Creek Stables stay on the Bear Creek
Y 9 Y
Redwoods
Preserve.
Several years ago, The current stable management approached our group
offering to let
us use the stable location as an emergency evacuation site for the mountain
community. At that time, Steve Richmond, a division chief for Cal Fire,
and Daryl Wolf,
,
the Battalion Chief from Alma Fire Station came to visit the stables and
helped the management
develop an emergency response plan for the stable horses and for the
horses in the surrounding community.
Currently, Jenny Whitman is the team Equine Evacuation Team Leader for
the Summit area of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
When there is a fire, it is critical that we have safe and secure areas
close by to temporarily board horses until they
can be re-homed. During the Summit fine in 2008 we had to evacuate 240
horses in an eight hour time frame.
Having stables available close by to our staging areas makes that type
of response possible.
Sincerely,
Lyn Hood
Coordinator
Santa Cruz County Equine Evacuation Unit
I
< Michelle Radcliffe
( From: �
� Sent: Monday, April 22. �
To: BOARD �
Subject: Bear Creek Stables �
�
�
April 22.2O13
Re: Bear Creek Stables
i Tn whom it may concern:
� Our family in very grateful to have Bear Creek Stables xo near\o our home. Living inon urban/suburban environment,families and
children have little exposure$o nature and animals. Exposure\o nature and animals ineo important ina child's development. My �
children always look forward 0o going ho the stables,to feed the horses. |tia such an amazing experience for them 0nbe able Voget
close Uo these beautiful, majestic animals and touch them. VVe hope that we will bo able to continue 0o have these amazing �
experiences|n the future. |
Thank you,
MaoineKooimnovm
(mother 1o8 year old son and aG year old daughter) '
'
/
� |
� z �
�
�
From: MANNY PORTER
To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
Date: Sunday,April 21,2013 8:38:41 PM
Dear MROSD board,
I am writing this on behalf of the stables on Bear
Creek Rd. I have two young daughters that have
Y g g
utilizied and ridden horses up at the stables since
they were much younger. Ever since we started
going there Glenda Smith has always welcomed us
and we have felt verywelcomed. I think every
rY
young girl should grow up and have the memory of
being able to experience the space and freedom
that the stables provide. We, as a family have
moved out of Los Gatos into San Jose. Though it is
not too far we love going up there nd watching the
other young children and their familiues use the
stables to ride and f you.1a Thank so much r
play. Y o
your time.
sincerely, K 1 lie Hun ate
i
i
Michelle Radcliffe
From: Norman Tutorow
Sent: Sunday,April 21, 2013 6:41 AM
To: BOARD
Subject: Stables
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos, California 94022
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am a historian in Half Moon Bay and am working on a history of the Lloyd Tevis family. Tevis was the
founder of Wells Fargo Bank as a modem banking institution and his son Dr. Harry Tevis owned much of the
land on which the stables on the Bear Creek Redwoods Preserve are located.
In my chapter on Harry Tevis I have been helped immensely by people associated with the stables. Jenny
Whitman spent most of two days guiding us around the former Tevis property and giving us an appreciation of
just how valuable this property is in telling the Tevis story.
When I learned of your relationship to this land I came to appreciate how important your keeping of the
stables is to the history of the Tevis land. I thank you for allowing the stables to remain a part of the history of
Tevis is this area.
If you have a library of documents relating to the Open Space District and could use my chapter for your
purposes please let me know and I shall send you a copy of the book upon publication.
Sincerely,
Norman E. Tutorow
From: Pr
To: LOARD
Subject: Support of Bear Creek Stables
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 8:23:45 PM
Dear Open Space Preserve Board,
I would like to offer up my support of the Bear Creek Stables. I have had the great
fortune of going there a few times with my children and it is a treat to have such a
place close by. When you are at the stables you feel like you are a million miles
from civilization, when in reality you are just a short drive up the road.
In this day and age, and especially in this hectic environment called Silicon Valley,
we must honor and protect the areas that we can take our children to for them to
experience open land and the beauty of being so close with animals. It is a privilege
to have Bear Creek Stables so easily accessible to us and I hope it remains this way
for years to come.
Sincerely,
Pamela Coscarelli
San Jose, Ca
From:
Sent: Sunday, April 21, 2013 1:51 PM
To: BOARD; Clerk; Vicky Gou; General Information
Subject: 04/21/2013
First Name: Richard
Last Name: Gehrer
Phone Number:���
Email Address:
Ward / Location: Roseville, CA
Comments:
MIDPEN BOARDS MEMBERS:
I am writing this e-mail because there has been concern that the Midpen Board may not renew the lease for
the stables. The stables are a historical part of BCR maybe not in the financial concern but still historical.
They are good neighbors that lease the land just as the other leasers, tree farm, chestnut farm, winery,
cattle grazing. They are present on the preserve as a watchful eye for fire, storm damage, hikers, etc. This
should be a great help for the Ranger that patrol the area. Many times I have gone to BCR, with
permission, and met up with the horse riders, they help with trail directions, history and other useful
information. They are a help to the community.
I know that hikers and docents are asked to respect the privacy of the leasers,just as they should do on
other leased lands. Thinking about future plan implementations brings to my mind a stronger need for the
horseman's help.
I have been a docent for over seventeen years before moving away, I worked with people at the stables
and know that there are willing to work with Midpen in anyway that will enable them to board their horses
on the leased land.
Thank you for your time. Dick Gehrer
file:////FILFSERV/...20Co in rn Lin i cations/B ear%20Creek%20Stab I es/04212013%20-%2 Orn rgeh(i?corncast.net'Y.20-%2 OContact%2 0 Board.tx t[4/22/2013 1:06:35PM]
|
i
�
�
�
From: sheila dcllauatta
To: BOAR�
Cc: Sheila Della Rmtta; �
� Subject' Bear Creek Stables �
. Date: rnvnsdav April zs'zossus:s*pm �
|
� Dear Board for Mid peninsula Open Space Preserve,
�
It is my sincere pleasure to share wuth you the influence Bear Creek Stables has had on my |ife. I have �
� been bringing my sons to Bear Creek Stables since my oldest was three years old. That was five years �
ago. I have watched him greet the horses, feed the horses, handle and ride the horses. It is truly
beautiful to watch a child develop comfort around such a large animal and continue to learn how that
animal behaves. My son can pick up cues in the horses' body language and that issomething that will
carry him through his adult life interacting with humans aswell. My sun is calm, focused and attentive
with the hones. This is something I cannot teach him - l can only provide the environment for him to
cultivate on his own. �
If it weren't for Bear Creek Stables, I truly believe my son would not be as interested in being in this
animal's humbling presence. The stables have provided a welcome and open arena for children to come
experience time with these sensitive creatures. And learn from them the art i[just "be|ng" in this hectic
world. �
The Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space Preserves aims to provide recreational options for people in
nature. l see horses as part of that natural symbiosis. l realize having an equestrian habitat was likely
not in the original mission of The District. But we must argue for the things that matter in life — and
� this place matters— to a greet number if people. Many people and children from having this local and
� accessible stables around for generations to come.
`
Thank you for your time. I respectfully hope you continue to vote |n favor of the stables.
Sheila De||aRaMa
�
�
From: Sarah Schoen
To: BQARD
Subject: Input About Bear Creek Stables
Date: Monday,April 22,2013 7:29:30 PM
Dear MROSD Directors:
I understand you are reviewing the status of the Bear Creek Stables as part of the
master plan for Bear Creek Redwoods OSP. I also understand you are collecting
input on recent community service of Bear Creek Stables members. Jenny Whitman
helped me a great deal in putting together a request hike/class for Evergreen
College on redwood ecology at Bear Creek Redwoods last November. She
conducted many of the early communication with the teacher. She introduced me to
the preserve, trails, and history, and helped select a route that would work for the
class. Then she acted as sweep and assisted with the hike itself. All of this help
was invaluable in offering a successful introduction to MROSD preserves and to
redwood ecology for a group of junior college students.
Please feel free to contact me directly if you need any additional information.
Sincerely,
Sarah Schoen
MROSD Outdoor Activity Docent and Outdoor Education Leader
-------- Original Message --------
Subject:OAD Post Activity Report - 20121108
Date:Fri, 9 Nov 2012 10:56:44 -0800 (PST)
From:Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District <no-reply(&wufoocom>
Reply-To:docentfo rms(cbopenspa ce.o rg
TO
Thanks for volunteering. Below is a copy of your submission.
OAD Post Activity Report
Lead Docent Name Sarah Schoen
Email
Were other docents Yes
assisting?
If yes, please provide their Jenny Whitman
names.
Activity Title: Evergreen Valley College Request Hike
Date of Activity: Thursday, November 8, 2012
Actual Activity start time: 2:00:00 PM
Actual Activity end time: 4:30:00 PM
Total hours worked by 2
docents:
Is this a request hike? Yes
Did you pre hike/ride? Yes
If you did a pre hike/ride, Thursday, October 27, 2011
please indicate the date:
If you did a pre hike/ride, 8
please indicate the hours:
If you did a pre hike/ride, Jenny Whitman. Prehike hours include
please list the other docents another pre-hike 1112112, communication
assisting. with the teacher and development of course
plan and materials.
Which preserve(s) and/or Bear Creek Redwoods
places did you visit? *
Temperature: 46 to 55
Skies: Overcast and Threatening
Precipitation: Rain at times
Number of participants: 15
Noteworthy information about the group:
This was a field trip for a class, Bio065 Wildlife Biology, which is designed
for non-science majors. None of the students had been to a MROSD
preserve before. This trip was the only instruction on redwood forest
ecology for the class. The riparian corridor was also briefly discussed (one
and the same for this preserve). The teacher - Al Gonzales, and 12 of his
23 students attended. For this course, students can select which field trips
to attend. Although weather updates were provided to the teacher and rain
gear was recommended before hand, the only rain gear the group brought
along were 2 umbrellas. We provided garbage bag ponchos for those who
wanted them and no one got overly wet or cold.
Activity highlights (including any interesting flora and fauna):
We discussed plant communities, why redwoods are found in this preserve,
what they need to survive and compete with Douglas-Fir and the mixed-
evergreen forest, the impact from logging and how redwoods come back,
plants and animals that are found in the redwood forest. We spent some
time discussing the life history of banana slugs (it's all about the slime) .
The class especially enjoyed the area where the bridge goes over Collins
Creek. Jenny did a great job with specifics about this preserve and local
history. Her help in introducing me to Bear Creek Redwoods before and
during prehikes and in selecting the route were invaluable.
What, if anything, would you I still need to by some inexpensive ponchos
do differently next time?
Feedback from the group Group was positive and engaged, responded
and / or request for to questions and answers. Teacher was
information: interested in doing future field trips at this
location, possibly on his own now that he
knows more about the site (and has more
course materials). Told him a bit on how the
permit process works at MROSD. A more
detailed map and basic trail signs would be
helpful.
Did you ask participants to Yes, referred to District website
give you feedback?
From: Stn*dhe/Smith
Sent: Sunday,April 2l' ZO139:32AK4
� To: BOARD
Subject Bear Creek Stables �
K4ROSDBoa/d of Directors,
The people at Bear Creek Stables have asked me to comment on their public service activities. The ones that I am |
�
� familiar with include: �
* Patrolling the little-monitored Bear Creek Open Space Preserve and reporting on illegal and inappropriate use. �
� w Providing training/familiarization tours of the preserve for docents to prepare them to lead MidPen hikes. Dick
� 6ehne/ (former docent) and | have taken advantage ofthis activity. | am sure there are others. !
° Acting as ambassadors tocasual visitors to inform them of the ru|es/activitiessuch as participating in docent-
led hikes. �
� The Bear Creek Stable participants provide valuable services to the public in general and K4idPen in particular. They
should be encouraged tocontinue.
�
StretherSnoith
� MROSD Docent& VTP |
�
�
�
Cupertino
[A95Ol4
�
� Cell: |
� E-Mail:
�
�
�
|
�
|
� 0,://VRLsSsnv�.
-----'
From: ■-on behalf of Steven
To: BOARD
Subject: Bear Creek Stables
Date: Saturday, May 04,2013 12:48:22 PM
Last night my daughter and I joined other families from the Mountain School for a
wonderful night at Bear Creek Stables. My daughter loved our hike and feeding the
horses. I would like to thank the MROSD Board for allowing the stables to stay on
Open Space property. This is the second year we have taken part in this event, and
we look forward to it every year. Glenda Smith has done a great job welcoming us
for this event. Thanks again!
-Steve
I
i
i
i
I
I �
-_I
DRAFT RESPONSE
PREPARED BY STAFF
FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
May 17, 2013
Glenda Smith
Bear Creek Stables
� ■
Dear Ms. Smith:
Thank you for both your e-mails dated Monday, April 22, 2013, concerning Agenda Item#3 for
the Planning and Natural Resources Committee, "Status of Plan for Long Term Use and
Management of Bear Creek Stables,"that was held on April 23 2013.
g p
In these emails you requested the following:
• A copy of the PowerPoint presentation to be presented to the Planning and Natural
Resources Committee by the consultant and staff, as you were concerned about being
prepared for the presentation and possible recommendations that would be presented to
the Committee.
• Earlier notice of the next meeting when the consultant and staff would be presenting
again on this agenda item as the presentation was cancelled due to an illness of the
consultant.
• That the District schedules this presentation at a better time in the day as many of the
interested public cannot always attend meetings on midweek afternoons.
To address your request to receive a PowerPoint presentation, as staff indicated,presentations
are not available to the public ahead of the meeting. No Committee report was prepared for
agenda item; consequently no Committee report was available for you to review ahead of time.
Staff and the consultant did meet with you ahead of this meeting on Monday, April 15, 2013 to
understand if there were any updates to the stable plan you had submitted to the District in 2006.
At this meeting, staff and the consultant did provide a venue for you to ask questions regarding
the presentation. The main challenges that staff and the consultant needed to address regarding
the stable were outlined at the meeting: 1) providing a public program allowing broad based
access to the public to ride and learn about horses; and 2) protecting natural resources within the
stable lease area. As discussed this may affect the horse pasture area. Additional) it was
Y p y,
discussed that staff and the consultant would review with the Committee three case studies that
present a variety of different ideas that other public stabling facilities have utilized in running
their public stable operations. These case studies included Miwok Stables in the Golden Gate
National Recreational Area(GGNRA), Folger Stable in San Mateo County, and Chabot Stables
at East Bay Regional Park. Staff and the consultant indicated that the Committee would then be
presented with a set of ideas to consider, but no decision regarding the stable will be made at the
Committee meeting.
Unfortunately, the presentation was cancelled due to the illness of the consultant who is still in
the process of recovery. When he has recovered, staff will place this presentation on an
upcoming Planning and Natural Resources Committee meeting agenda, and you will be advised
immediately of the date and time. Regarding scheduling the meeting at a different time of day,
Committee members have indicated that they would like to keep the regular Committee meeting
schedule on Tuesdays during regular work hours. Any future action items relating to the Bear
Creek Stables would be scheduled at a regular Board meeting, which occurs in the evening on
the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
I hope your requests have been addressed. If you have any additional questions, please contact
either Mike Williams(mwilliaiiis(tiol)enspace.or(.,) or Elaina Cuzick(ecuzick((openspace.or in
the Real Property Department. They can also be contacted via phone at(650) 691-1200.
Sincerely,
Jed Cyr, Board President
Cc: Steve Abbors, General Manager
Mike Williams, Real Property Manager
File
DRAFT RESPONSE
PREPARED BY STAFF
FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Name
Address
Address
Dear Addressee:
Thank you for your email/letter to Board regarding Bear Creek Stables. The Board received over twenty
letters in support of the stables on a number of levels. Here is a sample of the comments:
"Special place for people, who board their horses there, but also for all the visitors who are coming from
the urban/suburban Silicon Valley to interact with animals".
"There are people at Bear Creek Stables not as financially fortunate as me who are able to live the
American dream of owning a horse, because Glenda makes it possible."
"Several years ago, the current stable management approached our group offering to let us use the stable
location as an emergency evacuation site for the mountain community."
"Providing training/familiarization tours of the preserve for docents to prepare them to lead MidPen
hikes."
Many of these emails/letters were in response to the agenda item on the Planning and Natural Resources
Committee, "Status of Plan for Long Tenn Use and Management of Bear Creek Stables,"on April 23,
2013. Unfortunately, this presentation was postponed due to illness of the consultant, and will be
rescheduled sometime in June. A number of years ago the Board had requested staff to perform an
analysis of Bear Creek Stables in preparation for possibly entering into a long term lease for this facility.
The presentation to the Planning and Natural Resources Committee will present the initial findings by
staff and consultant on key components for public stable management and how these relate to the
management of Bear Creek Stables. The presentation will be informational only with staff and the
consultant presenting a set of ideas to the Planning and Natural Resources Committee to consider. No
decision regarding the stable will be made by the Board Committee.
The Board has read your emails/letters and has taken note of the variety of services the stable provides
to the community. These emails/letters are now part of the public record. Thank for taking the time to
let us know how the stable serves you and your families.
Sincerely,
Jed Cyr, Board President
cc: Steve Abhors, General Manager
Mike Williams, Real Property Manager
File
.> f
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
R-13-51
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 4
AGENDA ITEM
Approval of a Recommendation from the Legislative, Funding and Public Affairs Committee to
Designate the Names for the"Connector Trail"and the`Bear Gulch Trail" respectively as the
Sierra Morena Trail and the Oljon Trail, which are Part of the Staging Area and Trails Project at
El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Approve the recommendation from the Legislative, Funding and Public Affairs Committee
(LFPAC) to designate the names for the"Connector Trail" and the "Bear Gulch Trail"
respectively as the Sierra Morena Trail and the Oljon Trail, which are part of the Staging Area
and Trails Project (Project) at El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve(Preserve).
SUMMARY
This item is a follow-up to the LFPAC meeting on October 9, 2012. During the design and
permitting of the Project, staff assigned temporary working names for the three new trails:
"Connector Trail", "Cross Over Trail", and"Bear Gulch Trail". The full Board of Directors t
(Board) approved designating the Cross Over Trail as the Molder Trail at its Board meeting on
October 10, 2012 (see Report R-12-103). The full Board is being asked to approve LFPAC's
recommendation to name the"Connector Trail"the Sierra Morena Trail and the`Bear Gulch
Trail" the Oljon Trail.
DISCUSSION
During Project design and permitting, staff assigned the following temporary working names for
the three new trails: "Connector Trail", "Cross Over Trail", and "Bear Gulch Trail" (see
Attachment 1). At its meeting on October 9, 2012, LFPAC recommended bringing all three
names forward for Board approval.
The Molder Trail was brought before the Board on October 10, 2012, in time for a retirement
event planned by the California Water Service Company to honor General Superintendent Paul
Molder who was instrumental in Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (District)
obtaining agreement from Cal Water management to construct this trail across the Bear Gulch
Watershed land.
R-13-51 Page 2
The Sierra Morena Trail is recommended as the permanent name for the"Connector Trail"
because, as laid out in the field, it was intended to be a natural extension of the existing Sierra
Morena Trail that now starts at Gate CM03 and goes north towards Gate CM02. To prevent
confusion for visitors, the District generally avoids changing names at trail junction points.
The Preserve's history was the impetus for the proposed name of the 01jon Trail for the"Bear
Gulch Trail". Staff consulted with California State Parks Archaeologist Mark Hylkema
regarding possible local Ohlone names based on the tribes thought to have resided in the region.
The name "Oljon Trail"would honor the Native American tribe that occupied the lower San
Gregorio Creek drainage into which El Corte de Madera Creek drains.
FISCAL IMPACT
This item has no fiscal impact other than budgeted staff time.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
LFPAC considered this item at its October 9, 2012 meeting and recommended approval.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice was provided as required by the Brown Act.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
This item is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA).
NEXT STEPS
With the Board's approval, staff will move forward with the new trail names and finalize signage
for the Project reflecting these names.
Attachment:
1. Trail Overview Map
Responsible Department Head:
Tina Hugg, Co-Acting Planning Manager/Open Space Planner III
Prepared by:
Tina Hugg, Co-Acting Planning Manager/Open Space Planner III
Contact person:
Tina Hugg, Co-Acting Planning Manager/Open Space Planner III
Graphics prepared by:
Zach Alexander, Planner 11
California Water
Service Company
Skyline
Tsai/
Cross Over Trail
_ a
E
� Tail)
4 ,
r \ Connector Trail
s Staging Area -
6
W
C 2
m Wunderlich County-•-Pa,r•k
4 "+y.
(San M a t e•'o County !
x ..................
Bear Gulch Trail
.® V
T
A
N
El Corte de Madera Creek OSP Staging Area and Trails: Project Overview Map
Property Information Proposed Trail Construction Midpeninsula Regional
MROSD Preserves Phase 1 Trail Construction Existing Public Trail Open Space District
Other Protected Open Space ( Phase 2 Trail Construction (MROSD)
P P Existing Alignment of the Bay Area Ridge Trail
or Park Lands O Phase 3 Trail Construction row
Watershed Land — Proposed Extension of the Bay Area Ridge Trail e a
Oa Phase 4 Trail Construction "" . October,2012
Private Property 4 nnuuw Phase 4 Trail Restoration s MROSD Gate Feet
o i 000 2.000
Attachmen While the Distnct staves to use the best available digital data,this data does not represent a legal survey and is merely a graphic illustration of geographic features.
t 1
I
I
5 r
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
I �
R-13-54
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 5
AGENDA ITEM
F Authorization to Extend the Contract with Patsons Press for Printing Services for Fiscal Year
2013-14
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the General Manager to extend the contract for printing services with Patsons Press for
Fiscal Year(FY) 2013-2014, adding $10,196 to the contract for this additional year of services,
for a total amount not to exceed $116,371.
j SUMMARY
The Public Affairs Department conducts a competitive proposal process for Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District(District)printing services every three years (The District also
contracts for related graphic design and mailing services as part of the same services contract
cycle). Staff conducted a competitive proposal process in 2011 for FY2011-12, which provided
the option to extend the contracts through FY2012-13 and FY2013-14 as long as contractor
performance continued to meet District needs and standards. FY2013-14 is the third and final
year of the three year current printing services contract. After this year, the competitive proposal
process will need to be conducted again prior to any extension.
DISCUSSION
At its March 23, 2011 meeting (see Report R-11-38), the Board authorized the General Manager
to contract with Patsons Press of Sunnyvale for an amount not to exceed $116 371. The printing
Y�' p g
services contract with Patsons Press was approved after a competitive proposal process in 2011,
which provided the option to extend the contract through FY2012-13 and FY2013-14 subject to
further Board approval. At its March 28, 2012 meeting(see Report R-12-21), the Board
authorized the General Manager to extend the contract with Patsons Press of Sunnyvale for an
amount not to exceed $106,175.
Staff has worked with Patsons Press over the last year and in previous fiscal years and is satisfied
with their services and the value provided. Patsons Press has delivered a high level of customer
service and response to urgent service needs in a timely manner. The Patsons Press printing
services contract amount, if approved, will increase from the current FY2012-13 contract by
I
I �
R-13-54 Page 2
$10,196, but will be equal to that approved in FY2011-12. The increase (back to the prior year
amount) is due to the need for printing materials for community outreach as well as newly
created brochures.
Given the District's excellent overall experience with the quality and professional services
provided by Patsons Press, staff recommends the District extend the contract with Patsons Press
for FY2013-14 for printing services for an amount not to exceed $116,371.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for the printing services contract has been included predominantly in the Public Affairs
department budget, and in other District departments, as needed, for special projects, District
stationery, etc. Final adoption of the proposed FY2013-14 District budget by the Board at its
March 13, 2013 meeting authorized $113,250 in the Public Affairs department budget and
$3,121 in other District departments to accomplish the printing projects planned for the current
fiscal year.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
Board Committee review of this item is not required.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice was provided as required by the Brown Act. No additional notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
This proposed action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)
and no environmental review is required.
NEXT STEPS
Once Board approval is obtained, the printing services contract for FY2013-14 will be executed,
and Public Affairs staff will implement on an ongoing basis the printing projects planned for the
fiscal year.
Responsible Department Manager:
Renee Fitzsimons, Co-Acting Public Affairs Manager
Prepared by:
Peggy Koenig, Public Affairs Specialist
Contact person:
Same as above
r.t
f
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
• r
R-13-55
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 6
AGENDA ITEM
Authorization to Extend the Contract with Patsons Press for Mailing Services for Fiscal Year
2013-14
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
II
Authorize the General Manager to extend the contract for mailing services with Patsons Press for
Fiscal Year(FY) 2013-2014, adding $5,370 to the contract, for a total amount not to exceed
$38,000.
I
SUMMARY
The District's Public Affairs Department conducts a competitive proposal process for District
mailing services every three years (The District also contracts for related graphic design and
printing services as part of the same services contract cycle). Mailing services include postage
and handling for items such as quarterly newsletters, public invitations, and other special
mailings. In 2011, staff conducted a competitive proposal process for mailing services for
FY2011-12, which resulted in a contract with Diamond Quality Printing& Mailing Services
(Diamond). In 2012,. Diamond indicated that they intended to raise the prices for FY2012-13
mailing services if their contract was extended. The District did not extend Diamond's contract
and entered into a one-year contract (with an option to extend for an additional year)with
Patsons Press based on the price quotes contained in the proposal it submitted to the District in
2011. FY2013-14 is the second and final year of the two year current mailing services contract
with Patsons. After this extension, the competitive proposal process will need to be conducted
again.
DISCUSSION
At its March 28, 2012 meeting(see Report R-12-22), the Board authorized the General Manager
to contract with Patsons for an amount not to exceed $32,630. The mailing services contract
with Patsons was approved and contained an option to extend the contract through FY2013-14,
subject to further Board approval.
Staff has worked with Patsons Press over the last year and in previous fiscal years and is satisfied
with their services and the value provided. Patsons Press has delivered a high level of customer
service and response to urgent service needs in a timely manner. The Patsons Press mailing
R-13-55 Page 2
services contract amount, if approved, will increase from the past FY2012-13 contract amount by
$5,370. The increase is due to the expected rise in newsletter subscriptions from expanded
community outreach as well as other planned mailings.
Given the District's excellent overall experience with the quality and professional services
provided by Patsons Press, staff recommends the District extend the contract with Patsons Press
for FY2013-14 for mailing services for an amount not to exceed$38,000.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for the mailing services contract has been included predominantly in the Public Affairs
department budget and in other District departments as needed for special projects. Final
adoption of the proposed FY2013-14 District budget by the Board at its March 23, 2013 meeting
would authorize $34,000 in the Public Affairs department budget and$4,000 in other District
departments to accomplish the mailing projects planned for the next fiscal year.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
Board Committee review of this item is not required.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice was provided as required by the Brown Act. No additional notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
This proposed action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)
and no environmental review is required.
NEXT STEPS
Once Board approval is obtained, the mailing services contract for FY2013-14 will be executed,
and Public Affairs staff will implement on an ongoing basis the mailing projects planned for the
fiscal year.
Responsible Department Manager:
Renee Fitzsimons, Co-acting Public Affairs Manager
Prepared by:
Peggy Koenig, Public Affairs Specialist
Contact person:
Same as above
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
R-13-52
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 7
AGENDA ITEM
Award of Contract with Grossmann Design Group to Complete the Contract Documents for the
it
Radar Tower Interim Repair Project at Mount Umunhum
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the General Manager to enter into a professional services agreement with Grossmann
Design Group in the amount of$67,910, plus a contingency of$4,000, for a total contract
amount of$71,910 to complete the design, engineering and construction documents for the
Radar Tower Interim Repair Project (Project) at Mount Umunhum in Sierra Azul Open Space
Preserve.
SUMMARY
The Project was approved in concept last year by the Board of Directors(Board) as part of the
larger Mount Umunhum Environmental Restoration and Public Access Project. Of all the project
elements, the decision regarding the radar tower was foremost among the public comment and
concern. Following a robust public outreach process, the Board certified the EIR and approved
the demolition of all structures with the exception of the radar tower on June 12, 2012 (see
Report R-12-59). At the September 19, 2012 meeting, the Board approved select project
elements, as well as factors to consider for structures to assist with the decision-making process
for the radar tower(see Report R-12-91). In October 2012, the Board approved implementation
of Interim Action A: Near-term repair and securing of the radar tower while considering external
partnerships(see Report R-12-104). This agenda item would allow architectural and engineering
design work to commence for interim repairs to the radar tower.
DISCUSSION
In 1986, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (District) acquired the former Almaden Air
Force Station(AFS) and all of its remaining facilities on Mount Umunhum and Mount Thayer
(see Report 86-20) with the intent to restore the area to a natural condition and provide public
access. The Mount Umunhum Environmental Restoration and Public Access Project, which was j
completed last year, included an Environmental Impact Report (EIR)to evaluate the
environmental impacts of public access, site restoration, and conceptual design of project
v' Quality E R R-12-104 Th elements under the California Environmental Qua ty Act(C QA) (see Report ). e
EIR also evaluated the potential for environmental impacts resulting from three options for the
radar tower:
R-13-52 Page 2
• Option 1: Retain and seal entire structure;
• Option 2: Open-air(remove most of the structure, leaving an accessible foundation); or
• Option 3: Remove entire structure and environmentally restore the footprint.
In addition to the three options listed above, two interim actions were put forth for consideration,
which allowed time for partnerships and/or outside funding to be secured to implement one of
the options and address its long-term management and maintenance. Addition of the two actions
did not require separate CEQA analysis because these actions did not increase the severity of any
environmental impact. The two actions also included consideration of external partnerships:
• Interim Action A: Near-term repair and securing of structure; or
• Interim Action B: Near-term fence around structure
The Board unanimously selected Interim Action A to perform near-term repairs to the radar
tower, which would include the minimum amount of structural and safety repairs required to
retain the radar tower on site for five years and allow public access to the exterior of the building
only. Approval of this agenda item would allow design work to begin for these interim repairs.
Radar Tower Interim Repair Scope of Work
District staff and structural engineer Rutherford &Chekene(R&C) met with the County of Santa
Clara Planning and Development Department(County)to determine the minimum requirements
for satisfying"collapse prevention" (interim) repairs on the radar tower, which the County stated
would be required to allow public access to the summit area around the radar tower. The County
concurred with preliminary calculations prepared by R&C that minimum collapse prevention
could be accomplished by repairing the cracks at the first level of the radar tower. In addition,
the Project will incorporate improvements to incorporate safety repairs deemed necessary by
staff to prevent trespassing into the structure(or make it much more difficult), and provide
increased protection for those allowed access to the interior and/or rooftop of the structure
(District employees, potential funding partners, and repair contractors):
• Seal exterior openings;
• Replace guardrail at rooftop;
• Improve interior stairs and roof ladder for maintenance access requirements;
• Replace roof access batch;
• Install fortified locks at interior doors to each floor; and
• Cover openings in interior floors.
Consultant Selection
Staff released a Request for Qualifications and Proposals (RFQP) for professional consultant
services to provide design services for the above-mentioned repairs on March 13, 2013, via email
to eight architectural and engineering firms with relevant expertise.. Five firms attended the
mandatory pre-proposal site visit and three finns submitted proposals:
Firm Location Cost Proposal
Allana Buick & Bers Palo Alto $93,466
Ferrari Moe, LLP San Rafael $73,915
Grossmann Design Group San Francisco $67,910
Grossmann Design Group was selected because their team had the most extensive repair project
experience and their proposed structural engineer is R&C, who completed a previous structural
R-13-52 Page 3
evaluation of the radar tower; the two firms have worked together for many years on similar
projects. Grossman Design Group also completed the Mount Umunhum Demolition Contract
Documents for the District, and therefore is very familiar with the site.
Pre-Qualification List
At the meeting of January 27, 2010(see Report R-10-24), the Board amended the District's
policy regarding selection of consultants for professional services to state that, once a consultant
has been determined to be qualified to perform the category of professional services sought via
the Request for Proposals (RFP) selection process, consultants may be retained without
repetition of the RFP process for a two-year period. Accordingly, the three firms who submitted
proposals were determined to be qualified and competent to provide facility repair contract
documents, have been placed on a pre-qualification list, and are eligible to be selected to provide
the District with design and engineering services for other projects within this time frame.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
This item did not require Board Committee review.
FISCAL IMPACT
At the Special Board meeting of October 17, 2012, $414,855 was approved as the budget to
implement Interim Action A (see R-12-104). This budget includes $87,646 for design,
engineering, and pennitting costs. The District FY2013-14 Action Plan includes $89,000 for
completion of design, engineering and permitting for the Interim Repair Project.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice has been provided as required by the Brown Act. No additional notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
Retention of professional consultants to prepare contract documents does not constitute a project
under CEQA as it will not result in a direct physical change in the environment [CEQA
Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2)].
NEXT STEPS
Upon Board authorization, the General Manager will execute a contract with Grossmann Design
Group and design work will begin immediately for the Project as described in this report.
Responsible Department Head:
Meredith Manning, Co-Acting Planning Manager and Senior Planner
Prepared by:
Gina Coony, Project Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
a :Y
Midpeninsuia Regional
Open Space District
R-13-50
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 8
AGENDA ITEM
Year-End Review of the FY2012-13 Action Plan
d
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
i
Accept the Year-End Review of the FY2012-13 Action Plan.
i
DISCUSSION
The FY2012-13 Action Plan, for the period April 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013, was adopted by the
Board at the March 28, 2012 (Report R-12-36) Regular meeting. The Action Plan Year-End
I Review provides the Board with information on the status of each key project and the reason(s)
for any variance from the anticipated schedule. The FY2012-13 Action Plan Year-End Review
i
follows a similar format and presentation from prior years.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Year-End Review of the FY2012-13 Action Plan has no fiscal impact on the FY2013-14
budget, and merely reviews work already performed.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
This report was not discussed by any Committee.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice was provided as required by the Brown Act. No additional notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
This action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality A u ct CE A
P l Q Y ( Q )
and no environmental review is required.
1
R-13-50 Page 2
NEXT STEPS
Work will continue in FY2013-14 on projects that have been carried over from the FY2012-13
Action Plan.
Attachment:
1. FY2012-13 Action Plan Review
Responsible Department Manager:
Kate Drayson, Administrative Services Manager
Prepared by:
Kate Drayson, Administrative Services Manager
Meredith Manning, Co-Acting Planning Manager
Tina Hugg, Co-Acting Planning Manager
Paul McKowan, Co-Acting Public Affairs Manager
David Sanguinetti, Operations Manager
Mike Williams, Real Property Manager
Kirk Lenington,Natural Resources Manager
Gordon Baillie, Operations Management Analyst
Gretchen Laustsen, Planner II
Elaina Cuzick, Real Property Specialist
Peggy Koenig, Public Affairs Specialist
Contact person:
Kate Drayson, Administrative Services Manager
ATTACHMENT
DISTRICT WIDE
5/17/2013 12:42 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
C + for D 11fat al C'rrrit�rt
j
DISTRICT WIDE KEY PROJECTS
Priority 1
Organizational Activities aimed at team building, recognition and In progress Leadership and management training
Health appreciation, employee growth and development, provided for managers and supervisors
employee health and morale, and mainteneance of with training for the rest of the
a realistic workload. organization scheduled in May 2013.
Action Plan is significantly reduced to
reflect realistic workload capacity of
staff.
Integrated Continue to work with staff, New World Systems Core financials HR/Payroll implementation deferred to
Accounting and and Schafer Consulting to implement Phase I implemented. FY2013-14 due to staff capacity
Financial (Core Financials)with a go-live date of July 7, 2012
System
Partner with the same team, prepare and
implement Phase II (HR/Payroll)with a go-live date
of January 7, 2013
Strategic Plan - With Vision Plan consultant assistance, prepare a In progress Created all outreach material for Vision
Conservation conservation atlas, data gap analysis, and Plan including brochures, postcards,
Vision Plan conservation needs assessment. With Board input, factsheets, folders, exhibit material,
formulate alternative scenarios and a prioritized signage. Provided professional
project list. media/messaging training to 24 staff
members and two board members
Support development of a Vision Plan with District
partners.
DISTRICT WIDE-1 of 2
ATTACHMENT 1 DISTRICT WIDE
5/17/2013 12.42 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Scope 1COMPIleted?Task
Ronons for DotaysVartaric" Comments
DISTRICfi WIDE KEY PROJECTS
Priority 1 (Cont'd)
Strategic Plan - Work with public outreach consultant to invite In progress Consultants hired and working with
Public Support community input which will help inform vision and Public Affairs and Vision Plan Team
obtain public support for vision. First step: hire
consultant.
Strategic Plan- Work with research firm to conduct initial poll to In progress Hired 2 consultants with high levels of
Funding determine the feasibility of placing a funding both Open Space Land Management
Measure measure on the ballot in the relatively near future. and Public Outreach experience and
backgrounds. Provided input for
POST'S polling project regarding
constituent's core values, expectations,
and other important issues concerning
current and future open space land
management.
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Strategic Plan- Work with organizational consultant to evaluate No Deferred until completion of Vision
Evaluate organizational structure and staffing. Plan.
Business Model
DISTRICT WIDE-2 of 2
ATTACHMENT 1 REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
ReasonsTask
for Valleys t Vadances Comments
PROGRAM: GREENBELT PRESERVATION
Completed
New Land Assess waste disposal site clean up and Yes Project Amended at Mid-Year
Transition- restoration.
Powell Property
Clean Up
Land Purchase Cooperatively work with local land preservation Yes Added the 30.78 acre Semeprvirens
Partnerships-El organizations on the following property Fund and 58.7 Gallaway properties to
Corte de Madera partnerships: El Corte de Madera w/$375,000 Living
Creek El Corte de Madera Additions-Sempervirens Landscape grant and$515,000 gift of
Additional stewardship grant of$50,000 from Living land from Sempervirens Fund.
Landscape for site restoration and improvements. Stewardship grant will be administered
by Natural Resources.
Land Purchase Cooperatively work with local land preservation Yes Added 10.79 acre Lobner Trust
Partnerships- organizations on the following property property to Monte Bello as part of
Monte Bello partnerships: Stevens Creek Trail project. Santa
Monte Bello-Santa Clara County Parks Clara County Parks to enter into
Funding Agreement to reimburse 50%
of purchase price ($225,000)
Potential 1. Meet with residential owners to determine Yes
Easement easement needs.
Exchange-at 2. Meet with Cal Fire and Presentation Center to
Bear Creek Determine their utility easement needs.
Redwoods 3. Determine best solution for providing electrical
power to all parties.
4. Obtain consideration of public benefit from
residential owners for easement.
5.Work with all parties and PG&E to develop and
execute easement agreement.
REAL PROPERTY- 1 of 8
ATTACHMENT
REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
K",PMJW Tas� k Reasons for Delays i Vadances Comments
Comp
PROGRAM; GREENBELT PRESERVATION(Cont'd)
Priority 1
POST Hendrys Property Purchase with partnership funds. In-Progress Project has been delayed to address
Creek property, Conservation Easement& Management Plan with regulatory agency(State Fish &
Land Purchase Santa Clara Valley Water District. Wildlife, Regional Water&Army
Partnership CEQA Review Corps.)concerns about long term
Management Plan, invasive plant
treatment and to use new Conservation
Easement template.
New Land Pursue the purchase of new land additions to In Progress Continue working with private property Added 5.5 acre Rajczi property to Bear
Purchases Purisima Creek Redwoods, Tunitas Creek, Skyline owners at Purisma Creek Redwoods, Creek Redwoods.
Ridge, Bear Creek Redwoods and Sierra Azul. Tunitas Creek and Skyline Ridge
Potential New Identify preferred Bay Trail alignment through In-Progress Moved to Priority 1 at Mid-Year.
Trail Easements SFPUC lands, coordinate with Cities of East Palo Stanford Mitigation Grant with Santa
-SFPUC, Alto& Menlo Park, complete environmental Clara County was approved in the
Ravenswood analysis and agreement on trail alignment from amount of$400,000
SFPUC, utilize Bay Trail grant, finalize trail Presentation to SFPUC Review
easement with SFPUC. Solicit and incorporate Committee obtained agreement of
public input. Project costs will be offset by$40,000 conceptual design of preferred SF Bay
grant from Coastal Conservancy. Seek grant for Trail alignment.
project implementation.
j Priority 2
Potential Access Work with neighboring land owners to improve In Progress Ongoing negotiations and discussions
Easements-Mt. road access easements along Mt. Umunhum with three private land owners along Mt.
Umunhum Road, negotiate public trail easement connecting Umunhum Road
Wrights Station Road in Cathedral Oaks to Mt.
Umunhum
Priority 3
Deferred
REAL PROPERTY- 2 of 8
ATTACHMENT 1 REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
P Task
sans for Deb"l Varla es Cornmefft
PROGRAM: COASTSIDE PROTECTION PLAN
Completed
POST Toto Due Diligence Yes Added the 952.49 acre POST(Toto
Ranch Phase I (possible update) Ranch) property to Tunitas Creek w/
Use& Management Plan (including grazing) $3,644,000 gift value.
Property Purchase of 950 acres Worked w/POST to enter into new
Assume Grazing and Residential Leases Grazing and Residential Leases w/the
tenant.
Oversaw POST's completion of
structure and infrastructure
improvements on property.
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Purisima to the Work with private property owner of Purisima No Deferral of lot line agreement to
Sea Farms property to pursue lot line adjustment of increase department capacity for Vision
upland and agricultural areas of property, pursue Plan.
conservation easements with private land owners
to help protect the Lobitos Creek watershed
Deferred
PROGRAM: PROPERTY RIGHTS STEWARDSHIP
Completed
Guadalupe Land Appraise the value of the Guadalupe Land Yes Completed dissolution of Guadalupe
Company Company property, assess the potential capital Land Co. (GLC) corporation including
gains tax impacts of disolving corporation, provide payment of Federal and State taxes
recommendation to Shareholders Board f o associated with
( ssoc ated w t dissolution.
Directors on disolving corporation and implement GLC conveyed 286.61 acre prop
ertyert to
Shareholder decision. District.
REAL PROPERTY- 3 of 8
ATTACHMENT 1 REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
Completed? Reasons for Dolays/Vartames comments
PROGRAM; PROPERTY RIGHTS STEWARDSHIP
Priority 1
Ridge Vineyards Prepare agreement and easement documents for In Progress Working w/outside legal counsel to
Property fee and easement property exchanges to resolve draft Exchange Agreement and
Exchange, historic encroachment, protect scenic ridgeline and Conservation Easement which have
Monte Bello enhance compatible agricultural uses. Perform been conceptually H100approved by
CEQA analysis and coordinate with resource Ridge.
agencies. Obtain Board approval of exchange and
transfer property.
Encroachment Saratoga Gap-Gullicksen-monitor remediation of In-Progress Continuing to monitor Santa Clara
Resolution site I �County's lawsuit with Gullicksen
Priority 2
Chiocchi Water Support Legal settlement negotiations for Chiocchi In Progess Development of settlement criteria Tolling agreement expired, and it was
System litigation for Alma water system at Bear Creek impacted by Alma waterline landslide determined necessary by legal to
Litigation Redwoods Open Space Preserve. (possible relocation of pump station) pursue settlement of this lawsuit
and the analysis of existing easement
Fights over litigants property.
Priority 3
Deferred
PROGRAM: REVENUE GENERATION
Priority 1
New Land 1.Assess overall conditions of residence. No Project has been delayed as San
Rental Property 2. Make repairs and clean residence. Mateo County red tag needs to be
Transition -Silva 3. If residence does not have current tenant-list removed to complete improvements
the residence for rent. (roof&decks(safety))for occupancy.
4. Enter into lease with current or new tenant. Red tag recently cleared in April.
REAL PROPERTY- 4 of 8
1
ATTACHMENT
REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Scope ?
Reasons for Delays 1 Vaftnees comments
PROGRAM. REVENUE GENERATION(Confd)
Priority 1 (Cont'd)
New Land 1.Assess overall conditions of residence. No Project has been delayed as project
Rental Property 2. Make repairs and clean residence. lead focussing on Toto project
Transition - 3. If residence does not have current tenant-list management/structure improvements,
Alpine Road the residence for rent. IAFS, and Capital Finance Program.
House- 4. Enter into lease with current tenant or new
Hawthorns (Also tenant.
see Planning)
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
PROGRAM. PUBLIC SAFETY,LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION
Completed
San Mateo 1. With Operations assess the District Radio Yes Entered into new 25 year
County Telecom System requirements for tower at the County's Communications Lease for Rolfe
Lease-Rolph Pise Peak Communications Site. Repeater Site with County and entered
Repeater, 2. Work cooperatively with County to develop a into License Agreements with County
Russian Ridge lease that will assist the District with its radio for District radio equipment at Rolfe and
Open Space system requirements at Pise Peak and allow the Pise Peak Sites.
Preserve continued leasing of the Rolfe Repeater Site for the
next 25 years.
3. Receive approval of the new 25-year lease from
the County.
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
I
REAL PROPERTY- 5 of 8
ATTACHMENT
REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12.43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
' Scope C Reasons for ys t V n Comments
PROGRAM: PUBLIC SAFETY, LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION
Deferred
Communication 1. Determine if lease assignment/amendment or a No Deferral of lease to increase
&Control new lease is most feasible. department capacity for Vision Plan.
Communication 2.Work with Communications& Control to
Site Lease determine mutually agreeable lease terms
Assignment 3. Execute the lease agreement
PROGRAM:AGRICULTURAL LAND STEWARDSHIP
Completed
Grazing Lease- 1. Develop grazing lease Yes Tenant transitioned from POST grazing
former POST 2. Meet with tenant to discuss plan, lease specifics lease to longer term District grazing
(Blue Brush and AUM pricing lease based on AUM pricing.
Canyon) 3. Sign lease
property
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Grazing Lease- 1. Work with Operations and Planning on No Deferral of lease as Natural Resources
La Honda Rangeland Management Plan prioritized improving grazing
(former 2. Develop grazing lease infrastructure at the Russian Ridge
McDonald 3.Assist Resource Management staff with RFP for Open Space Preserve.
Property) new grazing tenant
5.Meet with tenant to discuss plan, lease specifics
and AUM pricing
4. Review Rangeland Management Plan with Farm
Bureau &SMC Ag Advisory
6. Sign lease
REAL PROPERTY- 6 of 8
ATTACHMENT 1 REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12A3 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
P Tads Cam Reasons for "l Varian Co t en` �d?
PROGRAM: PUBLIC RECREATION AND ACCESS
Completed
Hawthorns Together with Planning: Yes An amended Preliminary Use and
Preliminary Use -Amend the Preliminary Use and Management Management Plan and Capital
& Management Plan to allow for mothballing of the historic Improvement Budget approved by the
and CIP structures and renovation of the Alpine Road Board in May 2012 for mothballing the
Development house. historic structures and renovate the
-Develop CIP for both the mothballing of the Alpine Road house.
historic structures and the renovation of the Alpine
Road house.
Williamson Act Renew contract amendments on: Yes Worked with San Mateo County
Contract -El Corte de Madera Creek ;Planning staff and Farm Bureau to
Amendments -Mindego Ranch Area of Russian Ridge Open (obtain County Board of Supervisor's
(Williamson Act) Space Preserve ;approval to amend existing Williamson
Act contracts on former Mindego Ranch
&Silva properties to provide for the
;compatible uses of public open space
and recreation in support of Mindego
Gateway project.
Priority 2
Bear Creek Further develop Bear Creek Stables draft site and In Progress Developed presentation for Planning & Planning& Natural Resources
Stables management plan and restoration plan options Natural Resources Committee Committee meeting to review the draft
RFP/Lease addressing the challenges for the plan options will be scheduled during Q!
stables (public access, natural FY 2013-14.
resources), three case studies(public
stables), and suggested ideas for
Board Committee to consider.
Priority 3
Deferred
REAL PROPERTY- 7 of 8
ATTACHMENT 1 REAL PROPERTY
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR-END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Key Pro Task Reasons for Delays i Variances Comments
Complete?
PROGRAM: STAFF FACILITIES
Completed
Additional Locate additional office space for Administrative Yes Lease for addional Administrative
Administrative personnel Office space (17 employees)with four
Office Space -Survey local leased office space availability (4)year lease term and two(2)year
-Enter into a lease agreement option.
-Work with Property Management firm to prep
space for move-in
REAL PROPERTY- 8 of 8
ATTACHMENT 1 PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Scoff Co 'Cask n for Ways I Yarfan Comments
mpteftdl
PROGRAM: LONG RANGE PLANNING
Completed
La Honda Creek Complete CEQA review and seek Board final Yes
Master Plan approval and CEQA certification.
Mount Umunhum Site Complete the Mount Umunhum Environmental Yes
Planning Restoration and Public Access Plan for Board
consideration and approval, including CEQA
(Element of the SA/BCR certification.
Master Plan project)
Cooley Landing Coordinate with City and provide technical Yes City no longer working on evaluating
Peninsula Partnership assistance during site remediation and Phase I uses. Now working on Phase 1.2
Agreement with East construction. Work with City to evaluate the (access road improvements)and 2
Palo Alto following uses:fishing, kayaking, canoeing. Assist (building).
City with other Phases of work, including
amendments to U&M Plan and Partnership
Agreement.
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Sierra Azul/Bear Incorporate Mount Umunhum Environmental No Project deferred to create staff capacity Focus in FY13-14 at Sierra Azul will be
Creek Redwoods Restoration and Public Access Plan and finalize for Strategic Plan Implementation. to complete demolition and site
Master Plan Draft Master Plan and EIR; seek Board final planning projects at Mount Umunhum.
(To be informed by Mt. approval and CEQA certification.
Um project)
El Sereno Use and Identify new trail opportunities; assess suitability No
Management Plan for expanding dog use throughout Preserve trails
Amendment using Board-adopted criteria; hold a
neighborhood/Use and Management Committee
meeting;forward recommendations to the Board
for review and consideration.
i
PLANNING- 1 of 7
L
ATTACHMENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Talc +ran eta s I V� Conunaft
Completed?
PROGRAM: LONG RANGE PLANNING(Coned)
Deferred(Cont'd)
Public Use Study Scope out study design, criteria, inputs/outputs, No
(Trail Impacts) factors to consider, potential partners, and funding;
potential partners include local universities and
research institutions.
PROGRAM:GEOGRAPHIC AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS SERVICES
Completed
Ward Election Maps Work with counties to ensure successful transfer Yes
and display of new ward boundary data for the
upcoming election; assist District Clerk with ward
map requests,online postings, etc.
Priority 1
Priority 2
ArcGIS Server Work with Administration/IT to install ArcGIS No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Installation Server software and complete initial for Strategic Plan Implementation.
setup/troubleshooting.
Priority 3
Integration of Work Review Work Order system and determine if and No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Order Database how best to link to GIS. for Strategic Plan Implementation.
Deferred
District-Wide GPS Inventory District GPS equipment; select GPS No
Field Collection and software and hardware; purchase replacement
Implementation equipment as needed; conduct training and
integrate as part of field work.
i
PLANNING- 2 of 7
ATTACHMENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
n I Wftims Commefft
PROGRAM: PUBLIC RECREATION ACCESS
Priority 1
Mindego Gateway Seek Board approval of a Use and Management In Progress Staging Area plans complete and final
Project Plan Amendment and CEQA certification for all permitting items being resolved;
four project components:Audrey Rust Planning Commission approved; out to
Commemorative Site(POST-managed); new bid for construction in April-May;Award
staging area;Ancient Oaks Trail Connection; and in June for July start date.Ancient
Mindego Hill Trail. Project also includes studies Oaks Trail Connection in permitting;will
(habitat assessment, sensitive species surveys, not be constructed until summer 2014.
and cultural surveys)to inform project design. Mindego Hill Trail implementation
Secure permits and proceed with construction of delayed until summer 2014.
project elements.
Russian Ridge Prepare a U&M Plan Amendment that includes: In Progress Staff capacity issue.There is additional
(Mindego Ranch) Use upgrades to the livestock water system stakeholder input staff needs to
and Management Plan infrastructure to allow for grazing; pond address.
Amendment enhancements to improvesensitive species
habitat; road repairs for patrol and maintenance
access; and provisions for future public access.
El Corte de Madera Award bid and complete construction of parking In Progress Staging area complete. Working
Creek Staging Area lot. Complete trail design and permitting for Phase through drainage issue. Building permit
and Trail I trails. If Phase I trail permits are secured early, delay on crossing trail head
Improvements complete Phase I trail construction. Begin trail infrastructure.
design for Phase II trails.
Priority 2
Mount Umunhum Develop construction plans for new trail connection In Progress Additional time allocated to site
Implementation from Barlow Road to the summit, new planning project to review and evaluate
Phase I-Year 1 staging/parking area off Mount Umunhum Road, radar tower options has resulted in a
and ecological restoration of the former army base. delay in Phase I implementation.
Seek additional grant funding for future phases of
work. Develop procedures for third party
fundraising efforts for radar tower.
PLANNING- 3 of 7
ATTACHMENT 1 PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
RooC ?
tt Delays I Va o commelft
PROGRAM: PUBLIC RECREATION ACCESS(Cont'd)
Priori 2(Cont'd)
La Honda Creek Work with tenant to design sign plan and language No Schedule slightly delayed to follow
Master Plan Phase I for Phase I trail use; complete construction plans; Board approval of Master Plan. Now
Implementation submit permits to establish trail loop off Sears deferred due to staff capacity.
Ranch Road; coordinate with Natural Resources
Department on ranch road repairs and new trail
construction. Seek grant funding.
Mary Davey Memorial Finalize memorial design for Board approval; In Progress Staff capacity. Difficulty in finding Almost complete. To be finished Q1
CEQA certification of Use and Management Plan bench builder(no response to RFP). FY13-14.
amendment to allow for project implementation.
Secure permits as necessary.Work with crew to
install memorial.
Priority 3
Alpine Pond Long- Monitor rant application and submit additional No District did not receive rant funds.
P g 9 pp 9
Term Management material as needed. Prepare and submit additional
Plan grant application with Santa Clara County.
Deferred
Pulgas Ridge Trail Explore possibility of extending a trailhead through No
Connection SFPUC lands;work with City and neighbors to
address concerns regarding trail access and use;
return to Use and Management Committee with
recommendations; continue to coordinate with City
as needed.
PROGRAM: PUBLIC SAFETY,LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION
Priority 1
Fremont Older Staging Negotiate canopy and other site safety No Still waiting to for communication from
Area Public Safety improvements with the Country Club; complete Country Club.
Improvements construction plans and secure permits; prepare bid
package, solicit bids, and administer contract.
Project scope contingent on negotiations with
Country Club.
PLANNING- 4 of 7
ATTACHMENT 1 PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
41
PROGRAM:PUBLIC SAFETY,LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION(Confd)
Priority 2-None
Priority 3-None
Deferred
Purisima Creek Bridge Assess trail bridge condition; if deemed necessary, No Project deferred to create capacity for Bridge was given an initial visual
Repair begin design for repairs/new bridge installation. Strategic Plan implementation. inspection by a bridge engineer who
deemed structural members to be
sturdier than first thought. Bridge still
closed to vehicles, open to trail traffic.
Peter's Creek Trail Prior assessment confirmed need for bridge No Project deferred to create capacity for Bridge is still functioning. If heavy
Bridge Replacement replacement. Begin design for new bridge Strategic Plan implementation. winter rains damage the bridge,this
installation. section will need to be closed and trail
users rerouted until bridge is replaced.
PROGRAM:ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION
Priority 1
Mount Umunhum Complete permitting/bidding process and award In Progress Contract awarded. PG&E process to
Demolition contract to demolish buildings and structures, remove live power from site(required
consistent with a Board-approved Restoration and before demo can start)delayed start of
Public Access Plan. demolition work. Work scheduled to be
completed June 2013.
POST Hendrys Creek Pending purchase of new property,work with No Project deferred to create capacity for
Property Land Santa Clara Valley Water District to develop,fund, Strategic Plan implementation.
Restoration and implement a Land Management Plan; Plan
would be due at time of purchase.
Priority 2-None
Priority 3-None
Deferred -None
PLANNING- 5 of 7
ATTACHMENT 1 PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
C ctt f tt m
PROGRAM:CULTURAL.RESOURCE STEWARDSHIP
Priority 1
Hawthorns Site Assess need for and implement additional In Progress Structures cleaned and boarded up;
Management Phase I stabilization measures to protect buildings from pest control ongoing in mansion; bee
(stabilization and inclement weather and vandalism. Seek interested hive removal ongoing;Architect/
partner development) partners and funders to help with long-term engineer team completing
maintenance and preservation. assessments; parnter development
beginnning.
Priority 2-None
Priority 3-None
Deferred
Alma College Site Use Preparation and release of a Request for No
Partnership Proposals(RFP)to determine partnership interest
in rehabilitating/stabilizing key structures; review
results with the Committee; return to the Board
with recommended next steps.
PROGRAM:STAFF FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Completed
Folger Ranch House Complete residence remodel. Yes
Remodel
Priority 2
Priority 3-None
Deferred
Skyline Field Office Determine feasible facility improvement options for No Project deferred to create capacity for
Improvements the Skyline Field Office based on expected costs, Strategic Plan implementation
needs, and future budgetary constraints and
priorities.
PLANNING- 6 of 7
i
ATTACHMENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT
5l17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
NOW Task I /varivices commefft
C=
PROGRAM:STAFF FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE(Cont'd)
Deferred (Cont'd)
Administrative Office- Review and update information collected to date No Project deferred to create capacity for
Feasibility Analysis of regarding needs, growth, layout options, etc. Strategic Plan implementation
Long-Term Options Review options for remodel/relocation. Present
data and recommendations to Facilities Ad Hoc to
confirm direction.
South Area Field Site planning and design for new field office facility. No
Office Site Preparation
and Design
Administrative Office Complete design plans for new HVAC system and No
HVAC and South End interior improvements to expand number of work
Remodel stations.
PLANNING- 7 of 7
ATTACHMENT 1 NATURAL RESOURCES
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
iR
k
PROGRAM RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Completed
Sudden Oak Death Continue treatment for and research of Sudden Yes
Monitoring & Oak Death.
Research
Monitor Prior Monitor vegetation and wildlife changes in areas Yes
Grassland Burns previously burned.
Control of Slender Manage a cost reimbursement program to Yes Reimbursement for private property
False Brome encourage District neighbors to eradicate Slender control lower than anticipated, likely
False Brome, which might invade District lands, due to reduced germination of Slender
from their properties. False Brome during FY12-13.
Goal is to eradicate Slender False Brome from
District lands and neighboring properties and work
Ito prevent re-infestation.
Priority 1
Integrated Pest Hire a consultant to guide the development of an In progress IPM Program is being developed.
Management Program integrated pest management program and start Project on schedule for completion in
the environmental review process. Gather and Q4 FY13-14.
address public input.
Priority 2
Ponds DR07 and Submit for permits; secure grant funding, bid and In progress Recent monitoring has identified
DR08 Repair construct the project slumping and seepage on berm for
Pond DR08. This is currently being
investigated by project geotechnical
engineer.
Priority 3
Deferred
Grassland Burns Develop District grassland burn program and No
conduct environmental review with public input.
NATURAL RESOURCES-1of4
ATTACHMENT 1 NATURAL RESOURCES
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
YS1
PROGRAM:RESOURCE MANAGEMENT(Coned)
Deferred (Cont'd)
Mindego Lake Collect additonal SFGS distribution and No
Management Plan abundance data; recommend habitat
enhancement and management goals, objectives,
and methods, including pond drain plan; establish
guidelines for public use
PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION
Completed
Guadalupe River Implement second year of the coordinated Yes
Mercury Total monitoring effort to assess TMDL implementation
Maximum Daily Load success. Continue investigations of potential
(TMDL) mercury mitigation sites on District lands
Lehigh Quarry Continue review of Reclamation Plan Amendment Yes
Reclamation Plan and discussions with Lehigh Hanson to address
Review District concerns.
Pond 5 Repair Retain Geotechnical Engineer to design pond Yes
berm restoration and interim repair.
Priority 1
Hicks Flat Mercury Complete mercury remediation design (removal In Progress Construction set for Q3 FY13-14
Remediation and stabilization of eroding mining waste rock
along streambank)at Sierra Azul.
Mindego Ranch Landfill: negotiate final agreement to close project No Awaiting sign-off from affected parties Successfully obtained"No Further
I Remediation with affected parties and obtain "no further action" on amendment to landfill removal Action"letter from RWQCB.
letter from Water Board. agreement.
NATURAL RESOURCES-2of4
I
ATTACHMENT 1 NATURAL RESOURCES
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
T k i Comm"
PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION(Cont'd)
Priori 1 (Cont'd)
La Honda Creek Design road upgrade program and apply for grant No Grant was not awarded to project.
Master Plan Phase I funding to implement necessary upgrades. Reapplying for grant funding to
Implementation- implement in FY 14-15.
Roads Watershed
Protection Upgrade
El Corte de Madera Secure permits for Methuselah bridge and next No USFWS did not issue Biological
Creek Watershed phase of trail improvements and complete first Opinion in time for construction season
Protection Program phase of road fill removal/trail restoration to close -construction delayed to FY13-14.
abandoned alignments.
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Alma College Phase II investigations to identify and characterize No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Remediation issues identified as part of Phase I report. for Strategic Plan implementation.
Remediate as needed.
Restoration Forestry Retain Registered Professional Forester to identify No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Demonstration Project suitable pilot project site and necessary plans to for Strategic Plan implementation.
permit timber harvest to restore degraded forest
land
Madonna Creek Investigate aquatic and habitat resources present No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Ranch Creek in the in-stream pond and Madonna Creek. for Strategic Plan implementation.
Assessment
NATURAL RESOURCES-3of4
I
ATTACHMENT 1 NATURAL RESOURCES
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Tgi$k
C can I V commerft
PROGRAM:AGRICULTURAL LAND MANAGEMENT
Completed
Driscoll Ranch Work with field staff to monitor, assess, and Yes
Rangeland Monitoring develop management actions to improve
rangeland resources at La Honda Creek OSP.
Grazing Infrastructure Install infrastructure to reintroduce grazing to Yes
Mindego Ranch, Russian Ridge OSP.
_Priority 1
_Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Agricultural Production Phase 1 -Work with tenant to develop alternative No Project deferred to create staff capacity
Plan water source. for Strategic Plan implementation.
NATURAL RESOURCES-4 of 4
ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Took
PROGRAM: PUBLIC SAFETY,LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION
Completed
Rancho Model Work with the model aviator community, Yes Operations Staff worked with the
Aircraft Issues park/preserve users, and Santa Clara County aviation community and park users,
Resolution Parks to resolve conflicts and issues surrounding including hosting two well attended
model aircraft use at Rancho San Antonio County public meetings, to develop appropriate
Park. Costs include signage and fencing costs. paramaters within the Park Master Plan
for flyling model airplanes. Staff posted
rules and reconfigured the flying area.
Radio Complete the final phase of the project, test the Yes The final phase of this project is
Improvement new system and train staff on its use. completed. Field Staff are now using a
Project District-wide simulcast frequence and a
maintenance frequency.
Seasonal Update the proposal from 1/2009 for the creation of Yes Elements identified for completion in The project has not been budgeted for
Ranger Program a Seasonal Ranger program. FY2012-13 have been completed, but in FY2013-14, but will be reconsidered
Research • Review proposed job descriptions for Seasonal implementation will not be considered for FY2014-15.
Ranger Level I and II. until FY2014-15.
• Update program proposal .
• Update wage survey for proposed positions
• Develop budget&timeline for implementation
• Present to Board for review/approval of program,
and job specifications.
Priority 1
Priority 2
Operations-Page 1 of 5
ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
oommelft
Task
PROGRAM: PUBLIC SAFETY,LAW ENFORCEMENT,AND FIRE PROTECTION(Cont'd)
Priority 3
Radar Database Update the existing radar database to allow for No Project is moved from Priority 2 to 3 to
data entry and retrieval by the field offices. focus on Permits Database, and due to
IAFS workload. Data entry at field
offices will not be possible until IAFS
workload has stabilized.
Deferred
Fire Program Depending on the results of negotiations with the No Preliminary research has been
Research Field Employees'Association (FEA), continue completed. Has been deferred to be
research on alternatives for the District's Fire reevaluated for FY2014-15.
Response Program.
Skyline Conduct public input process for installation of "No No Project delayed due to need to get final
Boulevard Parking 1/2 hour after Sunset"signs in roadside approval for parking signs associated
Afterhours pullouts in the Skyline area that are typically used with El Corte de Madera parking lot.
Parking Signing for preserve after-hours parking. Deferred for reevaluation in FY2014-15.
Sign installation will be in FY 13-14. Installation
moved from Q2 to Q4 in FY13-14
PROGRAM: PUBLIC RECREATIONAL ACCESS
Completed
Black Mountain Improve trail route as necessary. Layout and Yes Project completed ahead of schedule.
Trail construction will be performed by District staff, Currently opened for public use.
Improvements reducing the need for outside costs.
Replace and Replace four outmoded and degraded sign boards. Yes Project completed. Additional
Upgrade Purchase and install four sign boards will be in FY signboards are scheduled to be
Preserve 12-13. replaced in FY2014-15.
Signboards
Operations-Page 2 of 5
ICI
ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
" 11 IwAAlli�4
PROGRAM: PUBLIC RECREATIONAL ACCESS(Cont'd)
Priority 1
Permits Implementation of the Permits Database created in In Progress Work has gone well on this project, but
Database FY2011-12. Includes linking four offices, testing of delayed from completion due to the
system, and making changes as necessary based demands of IAFS Project. Project will
on user feedback. be field tested in FY2013-14.
Priority 2
Priority 3
Peters Creek Negotiate an agreement for constructing a new No Project is moved from a Priority 2 to a After discussions, Jikoji staff still have
Trail Reroute Peters Creek Trail alignment for a 1/4 mile Priority 3 since there is a need to not decided to allow biological studies
segment. New alignment will preserve District's research alternate routes because of on their property. Until they decide to
rights on Jikoji lands while assisting with noise and San Francisco Garter Snake concerns. allow the studies this project will be
privacy concerns. Work will continue on researching deferred.
Realignment is contingent upon ability to meet any routes, but construction will be delayed.
CEQA requirements. $31,060 for environmental
review is in Natural Resources Dept. budget.A
cost sharing agreement will be negotiated with
Jikoji. Construction of the trail will occur in FY2013
14
Deferred
PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Demolition and Evaluate and choose highest priority structures for No Project is moved from Priority 2 to
Clean up of demolition in the Skyline Area. Contract out Priority 3-staff support from other
Abandoned demolition and clean up of listed structures. Only departments for permits and CEQA is
Structures buildings which are deemed to not have historic not available due to staff capacity.
value will be included in this project.
Operations-Page 3 of 5
ATTACHMENT OPERATIONS
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
Reason for,Pollaysl Vanances cotamerits
3,
PROGRAM: ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION AND REMEDIATION(Cont"d)
Deferred
Demolition and Evaluate and choose highest priority structures for No Project is moved from a Priority 2 to Rescheduled for FY2013-14, after the
Clean up of demolition in the Foothills. Contract out the Deferred since funds required for this hire of the Operations Department
Abandoned demolition and clean up of listed structures. Only needed to be spent on necessary Contingent Planner/Project Manager
Structures buildings which are deemed to not have historic upgrades to the South Area Outpost. position.
value will be included in this project.
PROGRAM:STAFF FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE
Priority 1
Repave Skyline Repave driveway from Skyline Blvd., through No Project was not completed because Rescheduled for FY2013-14, after the
Facility Driveway Skyline Field Office, to the employee residence. Planning Staff did not have the time hire of the Operations Department
Some areas may just need resealing. Expand required to assist with getting permits Contingent Planner/Project Manager
paved area for improved access to current parking due to Vision Plan process position.
areas.
Skyline Facility Replace and upgrade flooring in the Skyline office. No Project was not completed because of Rescheduled for FY 2013-14, after the
Improvements Install insulation in the shop. workload. Operations Department Contingent
Planner/Project Manager is hired.
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
i
Operations-Page 4 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 OPERATIONS
5/17/2013 12:43 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
�� � I r1 t
PROGRAM:ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Operations Plan for the creation of the third in a series of three In Progress Project moved from a Priority 1 to a
Administrative manuals for the Operations Department. Priority 3.
Manual
Create structure for the manual, including Table of Implementation delayed due to the time
Contents, and organize a team to research and requirements for implementation of the
begin writing draft sections to consolidate and IAFS project. Additional time has also
organize existing policies and procedures, and to been required for the completion of the
memorialize current practices. Ranger Operations Manual updates.
This project has been moved to
FY2013-14.
Deferred
Work Order Research options associated with IAFS No Research was completed on the
Improvement (accounting software), and other options as options available within the IAFS
System appropriate, to improve the current work order software. The software does not have
system to allow for better communication and the components that are needed at this
record keeping. time, so outside alternatives are being
considered.
Project is currently deferred.
Operations-Page 5 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 PUBLIC AFFAIRS
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Tok
t N i fs s s i'
PROGRAM: PUBLIC INFORMATIONS MEDIA AND OUTREACH
Completed
Promotional Video/Media for Video Titled: Nature:A Gift for Families Yes Posted on District Web stie Video
Families Distribution: posted on our Video Gallery,YouTube Gallery, YouTube channel, and other
channel, and other social media.Also cross posted social media.Also cross-posted
through BAOSC and OutdoorAfro. through BAOSC and OutdoorAfro. PA
PA will also place an ad on Bay Area Parent that will also place an ad on Bay Area
points to this video Parent that points to this video.
District Coffee Table Book Review and approve first pass of book layout; Yes Original order of books sold out, had to
review and approve color proofs;finalize book for re-order. Completed three book
November 2012 delivery. promotional events(Admin Office,
Mount Umunhum Project PA team to provide communications support Yes Web admin created nearly 30 eblasts
Support including but not limited to public meeting for the demo and public access
preparation, printed materials, media outreach, projects. Public Affairs Team assisted
surveys,website updates, ecommunications in coordinating various Mt Um Site
events and public meetings.
Dogs on District Preserves- Create and design new brochure that incorporates Yes Design and text complete, going
Brochure new District dog policies that is positive and user through final revisions for printing end
friendly I Iof April.
Priority 1
Diversity Outreach Develop outreach strategy in coordination with No Deferred to 2013-2014 due to staff Connected with New America Media for
strategic plan. capacity issues. market analysis. Suggested we target
eight news media papers for languages
Continue meetings with community organizations. of Spanish, Chinese,and Korean.
Developed budget for 2013/14.
Maintain Redesigned News Continually provide updated content to redesigned No This project transitioned from a news Design componenet of site refresh is
Page news page to make it useful and relevent to public page redesign into an overall site complete. Implementation of new
and media. reskinning/refresh for openspace.org. design to be completed in 2013-2014.
Anticipating increased site traffic from
the vision plan project,this was
determined to be a more optimal use of
project funds.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS-1 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 PUBLIC AFFAIRS
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
PROGRAM: PUBLIC INFORMATION,MEDIA AND OUTREACH (Cont'd)
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
40th Anniversary Event Plan, hold anniversary events in 2013 No Deferred to 2013-2014 to tie in with Public Affairs has several 2013 events
Vision Plan events. scheduled to celebrate 40 years and
60,000+acres, including a Sept
Founders Day Event.
Health Incentive Program; Investigate feasibility of working with S.F. No Deferred to FY2013-14 to enable new Joined Bay Area consortium managed
"Park Prescriptions" Department of Public Health round table group on key staff to focuse on high priority by National Parks Service to take part
a possible"park prescriptions program"; seek to Funding Measure projects in unified Bay Area program.Will begin
expand to San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. attending monthly meetings and roll-out
Engage constituents in diverse communities. of Bay Area program in 2013/14;
dedicating one newsletter article to
getting outdoors for health; healthy
hiking tips, etc
PROGRAM: LEGISLATIVE
Priority 1
Mt. Umunhum Remediation Work with the District's Washington lobbyist to In Progress No FY 2012-13 Federal funding
and Site Planning ensure that federal funding for the cleanup opportunties identified. Coordination of
continues. efforts with lobbyist will continue.
State Legislation Work with the District's legislative advocate and In Progress Staff monitored all applicable pending
I'
with legislators and their staff to sponsor and State legislation provided by District's
support the Board-approved 2012-2013 Legislative legislative advocate and CSDA.
Program. Update Legislative Program to respond
to changing political landscape. Seek coordination
and support from other special districts.
State Legislation Draft 2013-2014 legislative program(2013-2014 No Staff has established and maintained
Regular Session convenes December 3, 2012 direct contact with District's legislative
after November 6, 2012 general election) advocate to discuss continuing
legislative priorities.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS-2 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 PUBLIC AFFAIRS
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Task
Re"Mf(W Iva Ctm
PROGRAM: LEGISLATIVE (Coned)
Priority 2
Federal Legislation Work with the District's legislative advocate and No Deferred pending hiring of Public Staff monitors all communications from
with legislators and their staff to sponsor and Affairs Manager. District's Washington lobbyist, reviews
support the Board-approved 2012-2013 Legislative with all appropriate District staff and
Program. Update Legislative Program to respond ensures responses/communications as
to changing political landscape. Seek coordination required.
and support from other special districts.
Priority 3
Deferred
PROGRAM: COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATION
Completed
Collaborative Family Continue to research and establish partnerships; Yes Successful Wingding Family Fest event
Programming with Diverse implement joint activities; incorporate co-hosted with SCVAS May 2012-over
Audience Partners methodology,information and contacts from 200 attendees/diverse ethnicities
Diversity Outreach efforts . represented; MROSD docents and
Includes the completion of SCVAS volunteers plus 3 District staff.
tin i Family F d n am est Offered hikes and some materialsin
Wing ding, Y
Nature Camp Spanish. Well received Summer Nature
Day Camp provided by
MROSD/SCVAS was provided for 4
days in July at two MROSD preserves
and McClellan Ranch-Cupertino.
Different themes each day. Staffed by
youth leaders, MROSD/SCVAS staff(1
from each)and volunteers/docents. No.
of participants=25; diverse=yes;
scholarships=yes
PUBLIC AFFAIRS-3 of 5
ATTACHMENT i PUBLIC AFFAIRS
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Tok
PROGRAM: COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATION (Cont'd)
Completed(Cont'd)
Plan, coordinate, implement, Plan, implement event. Yes Successful event at Picchetti Ranch,
and evaluate 2012 Volunteer over 225 volunteers and staff attended
Recognition Event and participated.
Outdoor Activity Docents Organize District's every-other-year-training for Yes 10-week training course was
Training 2012 from April 2012-June September 2012. completed by 21 people. New Outdoor
Activity Docents are engaged in
providing natural history hikes and rides
to the public.
Volunteer training classes Recruit for and manage 2012 spring Trail Patrol Yes Graduated 20 new Trail Patrol and 4
and fall Crew Leader training classes. new Crew Leader volunteers
Geocaching Program Print and distribute District materials; promote Yes Added Geocaching for Seniors as
event in community and in various media outlets. docent-led activity(in addition to family
focused offering). Included geocaching
bird themed activity for Wingding
Family Fest.Continued promotion of
geocaching
Community-hosted Outreach Recruit and train past and new Community Yes Recruited and provided
Events(i.e. Woodside Outreach Volunteers(COVs).Work with Public updates/training to over 15 veteran and
Envirofest); Research, Affairs to coordinate COV participation at new volunteers. Planning for and
respond to requests, attend appropriate Bay Area outreach events. staffing 2 COV outreach events/month.
as appropriate.
ARMS Program Expansion The Acting Volunteer Program Lead will work with Yes Acting VPL position has been well-
Resource Management and Operations to identify received by Field Staff and beneficial to
priority resource management areas and work with finalizing the permanent position
volunteers to help manage our lands. logistics, responsibilities, etc. Acting
VPLs led several Outdoor Service
Projects and recruited/trained 7 new
ARMS volunteers.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS-4 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 PUBLIC AFFAIRS
5/17/2013 12 44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
r
PROGRAM: COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND EDUCATION(Cont'd)
Priority 1
District-Wide Interpretive Investigate installation of Eco-Boxes-at Alpine No Eco-box content development has been
Plan: Implementation Pond to enhance visitor experience.The content delayed until Summer 2013-staffing
that was developed for the multi-media nature constraints.Translation of Alpine Pond
tours will be modified to be used in the Eco multi-media nature tour was completed
—Boxes. Professional interpretive services will be Spanish and Chinese versions are now
employed via contract to make the content available
modifications prior to end of fiscal year.
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Volunteer Memorial Implementation of the new program (pending No Will allow time for current LFPAC items Scheduling for LFPAC review in June
LFPAC approval and other pending items) to clear and free time for staff to focus or July 2013
on Dec-Mar Funding Measure projects
PUBLIC AFFAIRS-5 of 5
ATTACHMENT 1 ADMINISTRATION
5/17/2013 12A4 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Re 40
IVA,i Gp Is
PROGRAM:INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Completed
District Software Make sure the District is up to date and compliant Yes
on licensed software. Last one done in FY 08-09.
Will need to add budget if out of compliance
Anti-Virus Negotiate new service contract. Need to evaluate Yes
and demo new vendors.
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
District-wide Design intranet site interface and determine No Deferred to create capacity for
Intranet content. Pilot launch-Administration &Operations Strategic Plan implementation
PROGRAM. HUMAN RESOURCES
Completed
Classification Complete update to the District's current job Yes Compensation Survey update
and classifications and compensation plan to reflect scheduled for Spring/Summer 2013
Compensation correct job duties and responsibilities; maintain
Study compliance with FLSA; and set appropriate
salaries for each classification.
Negotiate and Finalize and implement negotiated items. Yes
Renew
Memorandum of
Agreement
(MOA)
ADMINISTRATION-1 of 3
ATTACHMENT 1 ADMINISTRATION
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
'T4Sk
comnufft
PROGRAM; HUMAN RESOURCES(Cont'd)
Priority 1
Performance Develop Manager, Supervisor, Office and Field No Staff capacity did not allow for
Planning and staff process and forms. completion of project
Evaluation
Process and
Forms
Priority 2
Remote Access Research and develop a policy and procedures to No Staff capacity did not allow for
Policy allow employee access to the District computer completion of project
network to do work remotely.
Priority 3
Deferred
Training Work with consultant to add multiple user access, No Deferred to create capacity for
Database more reports, and more data fields to database. Strategic Plan implementation
PROGRAM; DISTRICT CLERK SERVICES
Completed
CY2012 Ward 2, 3, 4 and 7 Yes
Elections
Fair Political Revise the adopted Conflict of Interest Code with Yes
Practices any new/revised job classification from the
Commission Classification and Compensation Study and
(FPPC) -Conflict submit revised code for approval to the FPPC.
of Interest Code
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
ADMINISTRATION-2 of 3
ATTACHMENT 1 ADMINISTRATION
5/17/2013 12:44 PM
YEAR END REVIEW OF FY 2012-13 ACTION PLAN KEY PROJECTS
Took
x ..
,.
R a / 1+ 0i
PROGRAM:FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Completed
Annual audit and Review and evaluate the District's financial Yes Annual Audit Completed
single audit for statements in compliance with regulations.
Mt. Umunhum Single Audit not required in FY2012-13
Priority 1
Develop CapEx 5 Develop a financial forecasting model for 5-year In progress 3-Year CapEx Forecast completed; 5-
Year Forecast capital expenses to be used during annual budget Year Forecast deferred until
Model development process. completion fo the Vision Plan
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
PROGRAM: LEGAL AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Priority 1
Priority 2
Priority 3
Deferred
Streamline Review, revise and streamline current contracting No Deferred to create capacity for
District procedures&documents. Strategic Plan implementation
Contracting
Procedures
Streamline Work with staff on incorporating indemnity and No Deferred to create capacity for
Purchase Order insurance language in Purchase Orders as Strategic Plan implementation
POprocess Ineeded.
I
ADMINISTRATION-3 of 3
Mid peninsula Regional
I Open Space District
R-13-53
Meeting 13-12
May 22, 2013
AGENDA ITEM 9
AGENDA ITEM
Informational Presentation on New Land Purchases during Fiscal Year 2012-13
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Receive an informational presentation on New Land Purchases during Fiscal Year(FY) 2012-13.
SUMMARY
The Board will be shown a Power Point presentation by Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District(District) staff reviewing new land purchased and protected during Fiscal Year(FY)
2012-13.
DISCUSSION
In FY2012-13, the District purchased and helped protect 1,059 acres of open space lands as
additions to Purisima Creek Redwoods, El Corte de Madera, Tunitas Creek, Monte Bello, Bear
Creek Redwoods and Sierra Azul Open Space Preserves. The District purchased $5,769,105 in
open space land, received gifts of land valued at $4,727,636 and received grant purchase funds of
$375,000 for a total value of open space land protected of$10,871,741.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
Committee review is not required for this agenda item.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice was provided as required by the Brown Act.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
This is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA).
Attachment:
1. Land Purchase Summary
R-13-53 Page 2
Responsible Department Manager:
Michael Williams, Real Property Manager
Prepared by:
Michael Williams, Real Property Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
Graphics prepared by:
Michele Lanctot, GIS Technician
ATTACHMENT 1
car: R # VMW Cub fi g aw ert M Rmwks
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013 12/21/2012
Bear Creek Redwoods Rajczi
Santa Clara 12/21/2012 5,510 $110,000 $25,000 $0 $0 $85,000 $0 Accepted under General Manager Authority on
11/9/2012
Purisima Creek Woods
San Mateo 4/19/2012 0.110 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Accepted under General Manager Authority.Lots
53&54,Block 51,in Redwood Park.
La Honda Creek Caltrans
San Mateo 4116/2012 11-18 0,380 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Exchange of easements from Caltrans(no APN
listed)with our APNs 351-06-025.351-07-004,
351-07-005
Sierra Azul Mooney
Santa Clara 513/2012 0.000 $6,616 $6,616 $0 $0 $0 $0 12 ft wide maintenance and patrol access to Chen
property,see ID#1798.Accepted by General
Manager.
Bear Creek Redwoods Alma Water Syst(Mahronich/Imperial&
Santa Clara 7/1AMP As444 0.000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 See ID#2163
PG&E Easement under Hwy 17 to serve two
private residences(558-41-025&-026)and Cal
Fire Station(-027). MROSD 544-32-001
El Corte de Madera Creek Gallaway
San Mateo 9/5/2012 12-20 58.700 $1,408,100 $1,033,100 $0 $375,000 $0 $0 See ID#2018 for Right of First Refusal Property,
APN 081-100-050
Bear Creek Redwoods PG&E(Alma Water System)
Santa Clara 7/18/2012 12-22 0.000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 See ID#2178
PG&E Easement under Hwy 17 to serve two
private residences(558-41-025&-026)and Cal
Fire Station(-027). MROSD 544-32-001
El Corte de Madera Creek Sempervirens Fund(Largomarsino)
San Mateo 6/15/2012 12-21 30.780 $1,030,000 $515,000 $0 $515,000 $0
Purisima Creek Moyer
San Mateo 8/27/2012 0.620 $5,000 $0 $0 $0 $5,000 $0 Accepted under General Manager Authority.Lots
18,19,NO 20,Block 14,in Redwood Park.
Purisima Creek ExteNet Systems LLC
San Mateo 10/18/2012 12-33 0.000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 District granted easement to ExteNet Systems LLC
Sierra Azul Guadalupe Land Co
Santa Clara 2/22/2013 12-36 286.610 $716,525 $237,889 $0 $0 $478,636 $0 Upon dissolution of GLC,property was conveyed
to the District.
See ID 1225&2200
POST Holds a Conservation Easement,see ID
#2187
Friday,May 17,2013 Page 77 of 79
Coln: Dow W# AWNP A~Vft CIIIIIIII Fmmcgd at aft Other RMWU
Tunitas Creek POST(Toto Ranch)
San Mateo 11/30/2012 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Conservation Easement over whole 952.49
property granted in 20OX(before we purchased).
Was granted to POST by Scutchfieid,then
transferred to Coastside Land Trust,and then
back to POST upon District purchase of property.
Also see iD#2030 for fee.
Tunitas Creek POST(Toto Ranch)
San Mateo 11/30/2012 12-43 952A90 $7,144,000 $3,500,000 $0 $0 $3,644,000 $0 Formerly owned by Scutchfieki,Kathleen.
Conservation Easement over entire property held
by POST(See ID#2188),081-060-110 was Non-
Renewed by San Mateo County en masse on
9/23111,terminates 12/31/20
Purisima Creek Walley(Heckendorn)
San Mateo 11/19/2012 0.060 $1,500 $1,500 $0 $0 $0 $0 Accepted under General Manager Authority,Lot
39,Block 62 in Redwood Park
Sierra Azui POST(Guadalupe Land Company)
Santa Clara 2/22/2013 ;-Sept 26,2 -286.610 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 See ID#1225 8 2199
Corporation Dissolved
Monte Bello Lobner Trust
Santa Clara 2/15/2013 13-04 10,790 $450,000 $450,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Totals for 2012-2013 1,059 $10,871,741 $5,769,105 $0 $375,000 $4,727,636 $0
Acreage Appraised Value Cash Financed Grant Gift Other
i
i
I
Friday,May 17,2013 Page 78 of 79
it
Midpeninsula Regional
' Open Space District
To: Board of Directors
From: Stephen E. Abbors
Date: May 17, 2013
Re: FYIs
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
CLOSING MEMORANDUM
To: Stephen E. Abbors,General Manager
"r From: Allen Ishibashi, Real property Specialist
Date: May 13, 2013
Subject: Cal Water Trail Easement (Molder Trail), El Corte do Madera Creek Open Space
Preserve
The easement for the Molder Trail across the lands of Cal Water was executed on May 3, 2013 and the
casement was recorded in San Mateo County on May 9, 2013.
I am not aware ofany use and management concerns that were not addressed in the staff report to the
Board. In accordance with the Public Notification Policy, neighbors to the property were notified of this
easement. As there were no comments made by any of the neighbors or members of the public that might
require amendments, the recordation ofthe easement marks the final adoption of the Preliminary Use and
Management Plan,approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting of January 11,2012.
'File following chart presents details for the trail easement:
DEDICATION&ACQUISITION INFORMATION
Preserve Ownership Status: Board Approval Date&
& County Grantor Acres (Fee,Easement, Resolution Number or
Area & Lease,Mgmt General Manager
A.P.N. Agreement) Approval Date
El Corte de San Mateo:072-2711- Cal Water 0.3 Eusernent January ll,2012
Madera Creek 040&072-280-060 Resolution#12-05
Mgmt.Status: Dedication Date
Closing Date (Open,Closed CMIJ, & Funding Value CIS Code
or Other)
Status(intended or Type
Withheld)
May 9,2013 Closed N1A Trail E 0.00 0.00 1721
Misc.Notes: The Molder trail connects El Corte de Madera Creek OSP to the Bay Area Ridge Trail as it crosses the Cal
Water Bear Gulch Watershed Property.The trail should be open to the public in the fall of 2013.The casement
is only 10 feet wide which is the reason the trail was constructed prior to the easement execution and
recordation.
cc: Accounting Operations Manager
Board of Directors Planning Manager
Field Offices(SFO,FFO&SAO) Public Affairs Administrative Assistant
GIS Administrator Public Affairs Manager
Legal Administrative Assistant Real Property Administrative Assistant
Management Analyst Senior Real Property Planner
Natural Resources Manager
7.040
t 1880
_35 C4
Stu
Area of ED
N Detail
2080 WUn Cie rt +ch
N �. Pork (San
M r Matern Co . )
072-271-040
Ma ra
3 r k
35 California Water
Service Company 8
v / 1720
— -o
IN /
TQ
O
072-280-060
072-320-160 \`
z 2000
00
\ I,
z rt Ma
d
V
Exhibit 2: Trail Corridor Area
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
MROSD Preserves Other Public Agency IMROSDI
Watershed Land Private Property
Q
-� Other Protected Open Space January, 2012
or Park Lands 0 Trail Corridor, 20 feet wide
Feet •
0 250 500
While the District serves to use the best available digital diti.t LS d,.tj doc,not represent a legal survey and is merely a V-pinc ustiat—of gcugrap is raturc•s
TO: General Manager
FROM. Gordon Baillie
Monthly Field Activity Summary Report
Between 41112013 And 413012013
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS TOTALS
DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS ENFORCEMENT 159
Bicycle Citations&JCRs Issued 70
Bicycle after hours 3 3 0 0 6 Parking Citations Issued 28
Closed area-bicycle 4 1 0 0 5
Helmet possession required 1 0 0 0 1 All Written Warnings Issued 44
Helmet required 10 1 0 0 11 Police Assistance 17
Trail use speed limit 1 8 0 0 9
Closed Area
Enter sensitive/hazardous closed area 2 0 2 0 4 LAW ENFORCEMENT 65
Enter temporary/regular closed area 11 10 0 0 21 Law Enforcement 65
Dog
Dog in prohibited area 6 3 0 0 9 ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS 10
Leash required-Dog 19 3 0 0 22 Lost Person Search 1
Other
After hours 3 10 0 1 14 Medical-Bicycle Accident 3
Collecting reptiles, amphibians or mollusks 1 0 0 0 1 Medical-Other First Aid 6
Damaging/removing geological features 0 2 0 0 2
Harming/taking fish 2 0 0 0 2 MUTUAL AID 9
Smoking-undesignated area 2 0 0 0 2
Urinate in public view 0 2 0 0 2 Law Enforcement 4
Vehicles prohibited 1 0 0 0 1 Medical-Bicycle Accident 2
DISTRICT TOTAL -66 43- 2 1 112 Vehicle Accident 3
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS
NON DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS
Bicycle
Minor bicycling without helmet 2 0 0 0 2
Other
Reckless driving-off-street parking facility 0 1 0 0 1
NON DISTRICT TOTAL 2 1 0 0 3
GRAND TOTAL 68 44 2 1 115
*JCR Juvenile Contact Report
Tuesday,May 21,2013 Page I of 5
�
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
DISTRICT 25 o um
� Disabled Parking: Permit Required unpa 1 u 1
Prohibited Areas(SkJned) u o u
/ Prohibited Areas(NondaoignaVadarea) o o o �
Prohibited Areas(Blocking traffic) 1 » 1
| Prohibited Areas(Blocking gate) 1 V 1
�
Prohibited Areas(After hours) 14 o 1* �
� Take up more than one marked parking o 2 « u
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS �
�
| NON DISTRICT u u o
| �
Dioab|edPodNng-PavydMarked. 1 o 1 |
| No parking after hours 1 O 1 �
| �
' Pmrking-StateHighvway 1 O 1 �
!
28 u og
|
DATE OCCURRENCESOF SPECIAL INTEREST
Apr01 A District ranger encountered o hiker with her dog off leash. The ranger informed the owner that dogs Rangers: 1 �
| oq/cS000 must beon leash and&n leash the dog. She called the dog numerous times but the dog ignored her, ran �
| upmo the ranger and jumped on him scratching the rangers neck. The ranger warned the owner that he
would have 10 pepper spray the dog if shecould not control it. After numerous attempts hm leash the
dog,the owner finally did. She claimed"the dog has never acted this way before"and that"the dog �
| would never hurt or bite anynno.^ The owner was cited for dog off leash and warned for nuisance dog |
| and released.
� 9n»uema Thomevwzod Location Dennis Martin Cr.Trail �
� AprP2 A District ranger observedth gate into a private property was open and partof the ate � Rangers:|� RanQo � /
! ww /oSoe/ the ground. The property ia unoccupied which caused the ranger tnbesuspicious. He contacted the pu|inn: %
owner and informed herofth situation a d sheresponded to the scene. The house hodbeenbmhen
'
�
into along with e storage container and abarn. No possessions were stored on the property according /
| Uo the owner. �
Preserve Off District Lands'Skyline Location 14D5Sk�innBhd� Palo Abo:^|NERanch'
Apr05 A person was seen walking in the park in her pajamas,carrying a blanket,and wearingtin foil hat. Rangers: 2 !
»7/oF/2o District Rangers stopped to check on the subject to see if she was a missing person,homeless and/or �pu|ico� 3 �
mentoUyU|. and to see�she was camping in the park. LnnA|honPo|iooarhvadandd�enninodthethor
condition was such that she did not require a psychiatric hold. She was warned about after hours use, \
and released. �
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location North end of the Deer Meadow Trail �
- - --' -- -- -' - - -- --- - - --- ' -- ' - - — - - - - -- - - - --' \
Apr 05 A District ranger saw two people carrying large rolls of black plastic irrigation tubing in the preserve. Rangers: 1 �
«a/oF/cs Irrigation tubing is often used for marijuana grow sites. The ranger notified the Santa Clara County
Sheriffs Marijuana Eradication Team.
Preserve SienaAzu|-RanchodeGuoda|upe LooaUonSienaAzu|-RannhodnQuada|upe
�
�
^~~ ~`.~
� 7�emd�+�b�2�20/3 Page of !
�
!
Apr 09 A 65 year old woman was looking up at some flowers,stepped backwards over the edge of the trail, lost Rangers: 5
AR 13F136 her balance and tumbled down the hillside.Two witnesses called 911,and Santa Clara County Fire,
District Rangers,and other agencies responded. The patient was slightly injured but required rescue
assistance due to the distance she had fallen,and the steepness of the hill. Once she was brought back
up to the trail she was able to walk out to the parking lot where she was examined by paramedics and
released.
Preserve Picchetti Ranch Location Zinfandel Trail
Apr 09 A District ranger observed a visitor with a dog off leash on the trail. When he contacted her and Rangers: 1
IR 13SO84 explained her violation she became hostile and verbally abusive,calling the ranger names and
swearing. She accepted the ticket but kept on yelling and swearing at the ranger as she continued her
hike.
Preserve Windy Hill Location Lost Trail
Apr 10 A possible heat exhaustion occurred when an 80 year old man hiked up a trail on a warm day. When Rangers: 4
AR 13F138 contacted he said that he had consumed water before leaving on the hike, but had not taken any with
him. Although he had made the hike many times before, he had not done so for the last three months.
During the hike he became exhausted and had trouble controlling his extremities. Another hiker helped
him back down the trail stopping at intervals to rest. A District ranger came upon both subjects and saw
that the patient was in distress. The ranger called for fire and medics and the patient was driven down
the trail where Santa Clara County Fire, assessed and treated the subject. He declined transport and
was released by County medics and drove himself out of the park.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location
Apr 13 While on patrol in the preserve,a District ranger found evidence of unlawful construction near the trail. Rangers: 1
IR 13F145 Earthen benches had been dug,and trees and bushes cut,to create a shaded area with a view.
Preserve El Sereno Location Aquinas Trail
Apr 14 An injury bicycle accident occurred in the park.A bicyclist fell from while descending toward the gate and Rangers: 1
AR 13F148 suffered a possible left femur fracture. She was treated by Santa Clara County Fire and transported to Police: 1
hospital.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location Hammond-Snyder Loop Trail
Apr 14 A visitor reported two objects on the trail which he believed might be explosive devices. The visitor said Rangers: 4
IR 13F147 he worked in construction and that the devices looked similar to those he used in his trade for blasting Police: 1 I
rock. District rangers closed off the trail,and Santa Clara County Sheriffs bomb squad responded. A j
District ranger searched the area in cooperation with the bomb squad and found two additional devices
hidden in an adjacent rock formation. A"flash test"was done on the contents of one of the objects,
which had broken open. The contents did not ignite. All of the devices were removed for off-site testing.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location Quarry Trail
Apr 17 District ranger heard noise from several small motorcycles inside the preserve. The ranger ran in the Rangers: 2
IR 135092 direction of the noise and observed four people on motorcycles and scooters. He ordered them to stop Police: 1
but three of the subjects fled. One was cited for vehicle prohibited and released. Rangers were unable
to stop the other subjects.
Preserve Thomewood Location Dennis Martin Creek at Old La Honda Rd.;Bridle Trail
Apr 17 A District ranger was flagged down by two bicyclists who reported a verbal altercation with a motorist. Rangers: 2
IR 13So91 The driver of the car yelled for them to slow down,claimed that he was a law enforcement officer, and Police: 1
that he had a gun. The ranger requested San Mateo Sheriff to respond to Skeggs Point on Skyline
Blvd. The deputy conducted a quick interview with the two bicyclists,and they left the area. The
motorist was stopped and searched at gate CM01A. No firearms were found. It was established that
he was the owner of the communications tower property adjacent to El Corte de Madera Preserve. He
was warned against making threats to other preserve users and was released.
Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location Road from gate CM01A
Apr 19 A District ranger observed a person on a bicycle without a helmet. The individual gave the ranger a Rangers: 2
IR 13SO95 false name and stated he was from Colorado and had never had a California drivers license,which
proved to be false. He was cited for helmet required,and given a warning for providing false information
to a peace officer. f
Preserve Windy Hill Location Spring Ridge Trail
Apr 20 A District ranger observed a couple stealing rocks that had been stockpiled for a District project,and Rangers: 2
IR 13SO98 placing them in their vehicle. Both were issued written warnings and released.
Preserve Thomewood Location Dennis Martin Creek&Old La Honda Rd.
Tuesday,May 21,2013 Page 3 of 5
Apr 20 On April 22,a District ranger was informed by a neighbor/bicyclist of a bicycle accident on April 20, Rangers: 1
AR 135105 2013. The injured party walked out of the preserve and did not report the incident to the District.
Several hours after the accident, he experienced symptoms and called his riding companion(who is a
doctor)and was transported to a hospital with a suspected ruptured spleen. The ranger followed up the
incident and contacted the father of the victim,who as of April 24 was still in the hospital.
Preserve Long Ridge Location Chesnut Trail
Apr 21 During a volunteer project a District volunteer collapsed probably due to heat exhaustion. District Rangers: 4
AR 135102 rangers were requested to respond to the scene where they provided patient assessment. The rangers Police: 1
were initially unable to find a pulse on the patient,and his blood pressure was extremely low. The
rangers requested a response from Fire and Paramedics. The victim was given oxygen by District staff.
Paramedics gave the patient a intravenous saline drip. The patient's blood pressure increased and he
was able to breathe easier. The victim was believed to be suffering from heat exhaustion and was
transported by ambulance to a local hospital.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Equestrian lot
Apr 21 A woman, hiking with her friends on a warm day,started to experience very painful leg cramps.She Rangers: 3
AR 13F156 noticed her arms and hands cramping. She lay down on the trail and stated she hadn't brought any
water and had only taken a few sips prior to the hike. District rangers responded,treated the patient,
and transported her to the parking lot where Santa Clara County Fire examined her and determined she
likely was suffering from heat cramps.She was released to her husbands care.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location High Meadow Trail
Apr 23 Outdoor education leaders at the Nature Center observed two men fishing from the dam. District Rangers: 2
1R 135103 rangers were requested to respond and observed the men fishing. When the men saw the patrol truck Police: 2
they attempted to flee the area and were stopped a short distance away near the Russian Ridge parking
lot. When contacted one of the men stated his identification was in his vehicle. When the vehicle door
was opened the ranger smelled a very strong marijuana order and informed the man he was going to
search the car. The ranger found marijuana and hash oil and contacted San Mateo County sheriff to
respond to the scene. The deputies stated they were not going to pursue the marijuana possession.
Both men were cited for"fishing prohibited"and released.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Alpine Pond
Apr 27 District rangers on scene at a volunteer project responded to a volunteer who had collapsed during the Rangers: 3
AR 135107 orientation presentation. A ranger caught the woman as she went limp and lowered her safely to the
ground. She stated she had eaten and was drinking plenty of water, but that she had suffered from
fainting episodes in the past. Cal Fire and San Mateo County Fire responded to the scene and
transported the patient to a local hospital for observation and treatment.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Equestrian parking lot
Apr 27 District rangers were dispatched to a report of a man feeling weak and dizzy. Upon arrival they found a Rangers: 1
AR 13F162 man who said he was hiking down a long steep section of trail when he started to feel exhausted,weak,
and dizzy. A District ranger transported firefighters from Santa Clara County Fire to the patient's
location. Upon examination the patient was found to have a very low blood sugar level. The Santa
Clara County Fire paramedic who examined him said that his blood sugar was so low that it was
amazing he was still alert and oriented. It was his opinion most patients would have been semi-
conscious or unconscious. The patient was given two tubes of glucose and transported to hospital.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location Windmill Pasture
Apr 27 A man was riding his bike with his two year old daughter sitting in a seat mounted on the bicycles Rangers: 1
AR 13F164 handlebars,when he fell over. Santa Clara County Fire arrived in the park to examine the girl who was
crying very loudly and had a cut above her eye. Paramedics assessed her and determined she looked
like she needed a couple of stitches. Her mother arrived to pick up and transport both her family
members out of the park.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location
Apr 28 A District ranger responded to a report from Mountain View dispatch of a bike rider needing transport out Rangers: 2
AR 13S112 of Portola State Park. San Mateo County sheriff stated they were extended and could not respond. Police: 1
Dispatch reported that the patient was on the Old Haul Road with a State Park ranger. When the District
ranger arrived the patient was laying on the ground by himself. The patient stated that a stick had
become stuck in his front tire causing him to crash into a redwood tree. The patient stated he had pain
in his upper arm,shoulder,and collar bone area,and they were painful to touch. The accident was
probably in Pescadero County Park on a trail closed to bicycles based on the patient's description. The
patient and his companion had walked out to Portola State Park to the Old Haul Road. The District
ranger provided primary and secondary assessment, monitored the patient, and provided oxygen until
fire arrived. The patient was transported to the ground ambulance,and taken to the hospital.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Butano Fire Trail/Old Haul Rd.
Tuesday,Atay 21,2013 Page 4 of 5
Apr 29 A District ranger on patrol,observed the gate leading into INE Ranch was open. This is the second Rangers: 1
MA 135113 burglary within two months. The ranger observed bolt cutters leaning up on the fence. The owner was Police: 1
contacted and responded to the scene to determine what,if anything, had been stolen. Palo Alto PD
was requested and responded to take a report.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location 1405 Hwy. 35, Palo Alto: INE Ranch
Apr 30 San Mateo County Sheriffs Office requested District Range4s)assistance in accessing the Preserve to Rangers: 1
MA 13FI68 search for possible human remains. A citizen had reported finding a tooth at the Caltrans Vista adjacent Police: 9
to the Preserve. A search team cleared the Vista Point and a adjacent area in the Preserve to search
with dogs. Nothing further was lactated to indicate foul play.
Preserve Off District Lands-Foothills Location Pulgas Ridge/Caltrans Vista
Apr 30 District rangers responded to a bicyclist who crashed after being struck by the side rear-view mirror of a Rangers: 3
MA 13S 114 passing van. He sustained injuries to his left arm and left abdomen, possibly breaking bones and ribs. Police: 8
Rangers stabilized him and provided oxygen. Cal Fire gave the patient intravenous fluids and he was
transported by air to a local hospital.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Hwy. 35,approx. 1/4 mi north of Alpine Rd.
DATE VANDALISM DETAIL
Apr 10 Graffiti
VL
Preserve Ravenswood Location Sign board
Tuesday,Alay 21,2013 Page 5 of 5
i
4
Midpeninsula Regional
r,
Open Space District
P
To: Board of Directors
From: Stephen E. Abbors
Date: May 22, 2013
Re: Late FYIs
TO: General Manager
FROM: Gordon Baillie
Monthly Field Activity Summary Report
Between 41112013 And 413012013
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS TOTALS
DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS ENFORCEMENT 159
Bicycle Citations&JCRs Issued 70
Bicycle after hours 3 3 0 0 6
Closed area-bicycle 4 1 0 0 5 Parking Citations Issued 28
Helmet possession required 1 0 0 a 1 All Written Warnings Issued 44
Helmet required 10 1 0 0 11 Police Assistance 17
Trail use speed limit 1 8 0 0 9
Closed Area
Enter sensitivelhazardous closed area 2 0 2 0 4 LAW ENFORCEMENT 65
Enter temporary/regular closed area 11 10 0 0 21 Law Enforcement 65
Dog
Dog in prohibited area 6 3 0 0 9 ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS 10
Leash required-Dog 19 3 0 0 22 Lost Person Search 1
Other
After hours 3 10 0 1 14 Medical-Bicycle Accident 3
Collecting reptiles,amphibians or mollusks 1 0 0 0 1 Medical-Other First Aid 6
Damaging/removing geological features 0 2 0 0 2
Harming/taking fish 2 0 0 0 2 MUTUAL AID 9
Smoking-undesignated area 2 0 0 0 2
Urinate in public view 0 2 0 0 2 Law Enforcement 4
Vehicles prohibited 1 0 0 0 1 Medical-Bicycle Accident 2
DISTRICT TOTAL 66 43 2 1 112 Vehicle Accident 3
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS
NON DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS
Bicycle
Minor bicycling without helmet 2 0 0 0 2
Other
Reckless driving-off-street parking facility 0 1 0 0 1
NON DISTRICT TOTAL 2 1 0 0 3
GRAND TOTAL 68 44 2 1 115
*JCR Juvenile Contact Report
Tuesday,4tay 21,2013 Page I of 5
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
DISTRICT 25 o zs
Disabled Parking: Permit Required unpa 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(Signed) 3 0 3
Prohibited Areas(Nondesignated area) 3 0 3
Prohibited Areas(Blocking traffic) 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(Blocking gate) 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(After hours) 14 0 14
Take up more than one marked parking s 2 0 2
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
NON DISTRICT 3 0 3
Disabled Parking—Paved/Marked. 1 0 1
No parking after hours 1 0 1
Parking—State Highway 1 0 1
28 0 28
it
DATE OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST
Apr 01 A District ranger encountered a hiker with her dog off leash. The ranger informed the owner that dogs Rangers: 1
1R 13SO80 must be on leash and to leash the dog. She called the dog numerous times but the dog ignored her, ran
up to the ranger and jumped on him scratching the ranger's neck. The ranger warned the owner that he
would have to pepper spray the dog if she could not control it. After numerous attempts to leash the
dog,the owner finally did. She claimed"the dog has never acted this way before"and that"the dog
would never hurt or bite anyone." The owner was cited for dog off leash and warned for nuisance dog
and released.
j
Preserve Thomewood Location Dennis Martin Cr.Trail
Apr 02 A District ranger observed the gate into a private property was open and part of the gate was laying on Rangers: 2
MA 13S081 the ground. The property is unoccupied which caused the ranger to be suspicious. He contacted the Police: 2
owner and informed her of the situation and she responded to the scene. The house had been broken
into along with a storage container and a bam. No possessions were stored on the property according
to the owner.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location 1405 Skyline Blvd. Palo Alto:"INE Ranch"
Apr 05 A person was seen walking in the park in her pajamas,carrying a blanket,and wearing a tin foil hat. Rangers: 2
1R 13F129 District Rangers stopped to check on the subject to see if she was a missing person,homeless and/or Police: 3
mentally ill,and to see if she was camping in the park. Los Altos Police arrived and determined that her
condition was such that she did not require a psychiatric hold. She was warned about after hours use,
and released.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location North end of the Deer Meadow Trail
Apr 05 A District ranger saw two people carrying large rolls of black plastic irrigation tubing in the preserve. Rangers: 1
1R 13F125 Irrigation tubing is often used for marijuana grow sites. The ranger notified the Santa Clara County
Sheriff's Marijuana Eradication Team.
Preserve Sierra Azul-Rancho de Guadalupe Location Sierra Azui-Rancho de Guadalupe
Tuesday,allay 21,2013 Page 2 of 5
|
Apr 09 A65 year old woman was looking up at some flowers, stepped backwards over the edge of the trail,lost Rangers: 5 �
xq /ar,ou = "=="=a =""' b="""w''"='�~d" Two witnesses called=. ..and Santa Clara County Fire,
� District Rangers,and other ieresponded, The patient was slightly i but �
assistance due to the distance she had fallen,and the steepness of the hill.Once she was brought back �
up0o the trail she was able m walk out to the parking lot where she was examined by paramedics and
released.
Preserve P|ccxmttiRanoh LncmdonJ]��ndo|Tmi|
AprV$ A District ranger observed e visitor with a dog off leash nn the trail. When ho contacted her and Rangers: 1 �
m/sSoa* explained her violation she became hostile and verbally abusive,calling the ranger names and �
swearing. She accepted the ticket but kept nn yelling and swearing a1 the ranger as she continued her
� hike.
�
Pnsoemn Windy Hill Loca�onLuakT/ i| �
Apr10 A possible heat exhaustion occurred when anRn year old man hiked upa trail ona warm day. When Rangers: 4
xn /a=/xo contacted he said that he had consumed water before leaving on the hike,but had not taken any with
� him. Although he had made the hike many times before,he had not done so for the last three months.
� During the hike ho became exhausted and had trouble controlling his extremities. Another hiker helped
him back down the trail stopping ot intervals mrest. 4 District ranger came upon both subjects and saw �
� that the patient was indistress. The ranger called for fire and medics and the patient was driven down �
the trail where Santa Clara CountyFim enmanne�end/���ed�hesu�eu� He� . �
was released by County medics and drove himself out uf the park.
� Preserve RanuhuSanAnmonioCuuntyPark Location
_ _
Apr13 While on patrol in the preserve,a District rancier found evidence of unlawful construction near the trail, Rangero� 1
� »9/3F/*o Earthen benches had been dug,and trees and bushes cut,to create a shaded area with a view,
� Pnemumo El Serene LooeUnnA4uinwoTnei|
� �
Apr 14 xo injury bicycle the park.A bicyclist haUhnmwhi|odescondinnto,wanjthegateund Rangers: 1
� An /op/*8 suffered a possible left femur fracture.She was treated by Santa Clara County Fire and transported to
hospital. Police: 1
Pmoeww RanohoSanAomnkzCuunryPeck LunoUonHommond-SnydeLoop Tmi|
� �
� Apr14 A visitor reported two objects on the trail which ha believed might devices. The visitor said Rangers: 4
� »r/3p/*r he worked in construction and that the devices looked similar to those he used in his trade for blasting
� rock.
[Xsu mnQm � th
e Police: 1
�bnmboquodr�upundod� � �
District ranger searched the area in cooperation with the bomb squad and found two additional devices
� hidden inan adjacent rock formation. A'flash test"was done on the contents n/one o(the objects,
� which had broken open. The contents did not ignite. All o[the devices were removed for off-site testing.
� Preserve Rancho San Antonio Lcc�UonOumnyTmi|
� �
Apr17 District ranger heard noise from several small motorcycles inside the preserve. The ranger ran inthe Rangers: 2
IR/oSo92 direction of the noise and observed four people on motorcycles and scooters. Hu ordered them kzstop
but three of the subjects fled. One was cited for vehicle prohibited and released. Rangers were unable Police: 1
ho stop the other subjects. �
Preserve Thonmawood LocmUonD�nnisK4arUnC�eke(Old LaHnnd� Rd.�Bdd|oTnai|
� - - - _ -
� Apr17 A District ranger was flagged duwmbyhmo bicyclists who reported a verbal altercation with omotorist. Rangers: 2 �
IR/mson/ The driver of the car yelled for them to slow down,claimed that he was a law enforcement officer,and
that hehad agun. The ranger requestedMateo
to respond uoSkeggs Point onSkyU Police: 1
Skyline �
Blvd. The deputy conducted a quick interview with the two bicyclists,and they left the area. The �
motorist was stopped and searched at gate Ck4O1A. Nn firearms were found. |t was established that �
he was the owner of the communications tower property adjacent to El Corte de Madera Preserve. He
was warned against making threats to other preserve users and was released. �
� Preserve BCo�edeMudemCmak L�coUonRoedhnmgm0mCMO1A �
Apr19 A District ranger observed a person on a bicycle without a helmet. The individual gave the ranger a Rangers: 2 �
/n/oSows false name and stated he was from Colorado and had never had a California drivers license,which �
� proved toha false. He was cited for helmet required,and given a warning for providing false information
xoa peace officer.
Pmmemm Windy Hill Loo�|onSpdngRidgoTrail
_ _
� Apr2$ 4 District ranger observed acouple stealing rocks that had been stockpiled for a District project,and Rangers: 2 �
K7/3S09D placing them in their vehicle. Both were issued written warnings and released. !
�
� Preserve Thomemmod Locm�unDenn|aK|a�inCmmk&0dLaHondand�
- _ �
�
Tueud4m0faj'21,2013 Page of 5
*
Apr2O On April 22 a District ranger wasinformed by a neigh of a bicycle accident20. Rangers: 1
~ AR/3S/05 2073 The injured out of the preserve and did not report the incident to the District.
Several hours after the accident,ha experienced symptoms and called his riding companion(who is a
doctor)and was transported boa hospital with a suspected ruptured spleen. The ranger followed upthe
incident and contacted the father o/the victim,who omoy April 24 was still in the hospital.
Preserve Long Ridge LncaUmoChesnu/Tnmi|
� _
� Apr21 During m volunteer project o District volunteer collapsed probably due(n heat exhaustion. District Rangers: 4
� AR 13S/02 rangers were requested to respond to the scene where they provided patient assessment. The rangers
Police:� 1
� we�in�m|�umeNeVm find apu�omn the pmh��.and his b�odppaysumwas on*em�y�w. The
� rangers requested o response from Fire and Paramedics. The victim was given oxygen by District staff.
� Paramedics gave the patient a intravenous saline drip. The patient's blood pressure increased and he
was able\o breathe easier. The victim was believed onbe suffering from heat exhaustion and was
� transported by ambulance h/a local hospital, �
�
Preserve Skyline Ridge Loca0onEqueo�ank�
_ -
� Amr21 Awommm hiking with her friends ona warm day,started to experience very painful leg She Rangers: 3
� AR/op/aa noticed her arms and hands cramping. She lay down m/the trail and stated she hadn't brought any �
water and had only taken a few sips prior tn the hike, District rangers responded,treated the patient, �
and transported her to the parking lot where Santa Clara County Fire examined her and determined she
� likely was suffering from heat cramps.She was released 0n her husbands care.
� Preserve Rancho San Antonio LoxmVonH�hM�mdo�Tr i|
Apr 23 Outdoor education leaders at the Nature Center observed two men fishing from the dam. O|ytdnt Rangers: 2 �
� »f/zS,o3 rangers were requested\o respond and observed the men fishing. When the men saw the patrol truck Police: 2 �
they aVemcuoduo flee the a�aand were stopped a shmtdistance away near the Russian Ridge parking :
�
lot. When contacted one of the men stated his identification was in his vehicle. When the vehicle door
was opened the ranger smelled a very strong marijuana order and informed the man he wasgoing to
search the car. The ranger found marijuana and hash oil and contacted San Mateo County sheriff to
respond m the scene, The deputies stated they were not going to pursue the marijuana possession.
Both men were cited for"fishing prohibited"and released.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Lo�uUonAJp|noPnnd
-
Apr27 District rangers on scene mt awdunteer project responded to a volunteer who had collapsed during the Rangers: 3
xn/3S/o/ orientation presentation. A ranger caught the woman eo she went limp and lowered her safely\nthe
ymwnd She stated she had eaten and was drinking plenty mx water,but that she had suffered from
� fainting episodes in the past. Cal Fire and San Mateo County Fire responded Vm the scene and
� transported the patient Vua local hospital for observation and treatment.
�
� Preserve Skyline Ridge LocationEqum���pa���
� Apr27 District rangers were dispatched to a reportmf a man feeling weak and dizzy. Upon arrivalth found a Rangers: 1
xn/mr,mo man who said'=was hiking down a long trail"when"°started°,feel exhausted,weak, �
� and dizzy. A District ranger transported Santa Clara County Fire to the �
� location. Upon examination the patient was found Vu have e very low blood sugar level. The Santa
Clara County Fire paramedic who examined him said that his blood sugar was so low that|twas
amazing ha was still alert and oriented. |{was his opinion most patients would have been semi-
conscious nrunconooioua. The patient was given two tubes of glucose and transported tohospital.
Pmosam� R�n�hoSanAntonio LooeUonYY|ndmiDP���ura
`
Apr27 A man was riding his bike with his two year old daughter Rangers: 1
xn/xp/** handlebars,when^~fell^over. Santa Clara County Fire arrived'^the park`"examine the girl who was
crying very loudly and had m cut above her eye. Paramedics assessed her and determined she looked
� like she needed a couple of stitches. Her mother arrived to pick up and transport both her family �
members out oy the pe,k �
� �
| Presome Rancho San Antonio Location
-_' �
� Apr3* A District ranger responded to a report from Mountain View dispatch of a bike rider needing transport out Rangers: 2 �
� �� /a�//� mpo�m ��� � pan� m �
uanmmouounonon sta
ted exmnomoand could c* po|�e� 1 �
�smh��por�d���e��nt w�un�a Old Haul Ro���a8��Po��n�cYV|en the�m�� � �
ranger arrived the patient was laying the ground byhimself. The patient stated that a stick had
become stuck in his front tire causing him to crash into a redwood tree. The patient stated he had pain
in his upper arm,shoulder,and collar bone area,and they were painful to touch. The accident was
probably in Pescadero County Park on a trail closed to bicycles based on the patient's description. The
patient and his companion had walked out V»Portn|a State Park ho the Old Haul Road. The District �
ranger provided primary and secondary assessment,monitored the patient,and providedowygenunh|
fire arrived. The patient was transported 0u the ground ambulance,and taken tu the hospital.
�
Preserve Off D|oWctLands-8k�|ne LocmUun8utanoFimTxmiV0dHau|Rd� �
_
Tuwsdao,,Alay 21,2013 Page 4 of 5
Apr 29 A District ranger on patrol, observed the gate leading into INE Ranch was open. This is the second Rangers: 1
MA 13S 113 burglary within two months. The ranger observed bolt cutters leaning up on the fence. The owner was
contacted and responded to the scene to determine what,if anything,had been stolen. Palo Alto PD Police: 1
was requested and responded to take a report,
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location 1405 Hwy.35,Palo Alto: INE Ranch
Apr 30 San Mateo County Sheriffs Office requested District Ranger(s)assistance in accessing the Preserve to Rangers: 1
MA 13FI68 search for possible human remains. A citizen had reported finding a tooth at the Caltrans Vista adjacent Police: 9
to the Preserve. A search team cleared the Vista Point and a adjacent area in the Preserve to search
with dogs. Nothing further was lactated to indicate foul play.
Preserve Off District Lands-Foothills Location Pulgas Ridge I Caltrans Vista
Apr 30 District rangers responded to a bicyclist who crashed after being struck by the side rear-view mirror of a Rangers: 3
MA 13S 114 passing van. He sustained injuries to his left arm and left abdomen,possibly breaking bones and ribs.
Rangers stabilized him and provided oxygen. Cal Fire gave the patient intravenous fluids and he was Police: 8
transported by air to a local hospital.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Hwy. 35,approx. 1/4 mi north of Alpine Rd.
DATE VANDALISM DETAIL
Apr 10 Graffiti
A
Preserve Ravenswood Location Sign board
Tuesday,Alay 21,2013 Page 5 of 5
x
.. �'
Gene Sheehan Overlook
In memory of Gene Sheehan, who worked as the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's trail builder
and consultant from 1976 - 1999.
Gene designed, built, and trained staff in the art of building District
trails, including the Ipiwa Trail that you are currently standing on.
This overlook, with its panoramic Santa Cruz Mountains vista,
was his favorite place to linger on District lands.
e's design and building skills made this special place possible for all of