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Meeting 12-23
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Administrative Office
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos,California 94022
Wednesday,July 11, 2012
REGULAR MEETING OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL Open SPACE DISTRICT BEGINS AT 5:00 P.M.
AGENDA
5:00 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT—
CLOSED SESSION
ROLL CALL
I. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION—CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE§54957(b)(1).
TITLE OF EMPLOYEES:GENERAL MANAGER,GENERAL COUNSEL,AND DISTRICT CONTROLLER
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION—GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(b)
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE To LITIGATION—ONE CASE
7:00 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT—
PUBLIC 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)
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS—PUBLIC
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
Pledge of Allegiance—Girl Scout Troop 60755
7:05 CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approve Minutes of the Special and Regular Board Meetings—June 12,2012 and June 13,2012
2. Approve Revised Claims Report
3. Approve Written Communications—None
7:10 BOARD BUSINESS
4. Award of Contract with TKO General Engineering and Construction, Inc. for the Ponds DR07 and DR08
Repair Project at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve—J. Andersen
5. Authorization to Amend a Contract with Jakaby Engineering to Provide Additional Structural Engineering
Design Services,Permitting Assistance,and Construction Monitoring Associated with Implementation of the El
Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve Watershed Protection Program—J.Andersen
6. Discussion and Consideration of Seating Independent Special Districts on the Santa Clara County Local
Agency Formation Commission—M. Radcliffe/P. Siemens
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS—Reports on compensable meetings attended. Brief reports or announcements concerning
activities of District Directors and staff,opportunity to refer public or Board questions to staff for factual
information;request staff to report back to the Board on a matter at a future meeting;or direct staff to place a matter
on a future agenda.
A. Committee Reports
B. Staff Reports
C. Director Reports
ADJOURNMENT
*Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed.Agenda is subject to change of order.
TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The 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 ordinarily be limited
to three minutes.Alternately,you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates.
Consent Calendar:All items on the Consent Calendar may be approved without discussion by one motion. Board members, the General
Manager,and members of the public may request that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar during consideration of the
Consent Calendar.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,if you need assistance to participate in this meeting,please contact the District Clerk at(650)691-1200.
Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
Written materials relating to an item on this Agenda that are considered to be a public record and are distributed to Board members less than 72 hours prior to the
meeting,will be available for public inspection at the District's Administrative Office located at 330 Distel Circle,Los Altos,California 94022.
CERTIFICATION OF POSTING 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 July 6,2012,at the Administrative Offices of MROSD,330 Distel Circle,Los Altos California,
94022. The agenda is also available on the District's web site at http://www.openspace.org.
Signed this 6"'day of July,at Los Altos,California.
District Clerk July 6,2012
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Claims No. 12-13
Meeting 12-23
Date 7/11/12
Revised
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
# Amount Name Description
18013 $20,417.50 *1 Restoration Design Group Site Planning Services For Mt.Umunhum
18014 $6,616.61 New World Systems Integrated Accounting And Financial System Software&
Implementation Services
18015 $4,666.50 Accountemps Two Accounting Temps
18016 $3,763.20 *2 First National Bank Field Supplies/Tick Repellent/Trail Cameras/Security Boxes
For Cameras/Horse Trough/T-Post Safety Caps/First Aid
Supplies For Patrol Trucks/Vise Grips/Tarps
18017 $2,750.00 Planet Orange Termite Services Termite Treatment-Rental Residence
18018 $1,225.90 *2 First National Bank Business Related Meals-Board Meetings&Closed Sessions/
GM Meetings/Mt.Umunhum Public Meeting/Board Tour Of
Dogwood Farm&Pie Ranch
18019 $1,159.04 *2 First National Bank Conferences&Training-California Special Districts Association
Legislative Days/Fire Shelters For Training
18020 $1,000.00 Bartel Associates Biennial OPEB Audit
18021 $996.78 *2 First National Bank Volunteer&Docent Expenses-Name Badge/Training Supplies
&Snacks For Volunteers&Docents/National Trail Days T-Shirts
For Volunteers/Tick Removal Supplies
18022 $635.10 *2 First National Bank Vehicle Maintenance&Supplies/Tire Disposal
18023 $588.58 *2 First National Bank Office Supplies/Surge Protector/Office Chair/Shelf For
Accounting Office t Painting Supplies For AO/Name Badges/
Replacement Flags For AO
18024 $487.82 *2 First National Bank Miscellaneous Expenses-Postage For Board Packet Mailing t
Dump Fee For Illegal Dumping Cleanup/Room Rental For Mt.
Umunhum Public Meeting
18025 $381.95 Congdon,Bunny Lodging&Mileage-Accounting Department Support
18026 $352.91 *3 Patsons Media Group Printing Services-Business Cards
18027 $325.15 *2 First National Bank Advertising,Subscriptions&Books-Survey Monkey Monthly
Subscription/Bay Nature Magazine/Books On Plant&Tree
Identification
18028 $320.54 *2 First National Bank Computer,Website&Internet Expenses-Email Service Provider
For Sending Email Blasts/Computer Speakers/Mouse-Five J
Laptop Battery/IPad Case
18029 ($350.99) *2 First National Bank Uniform Expenses-Return Of Uniform Sample
18030 R $1,172.00 Communication&Control Radio Repeater Site Rent-Tomita Hill
18031 R $745.00 MCB Remodeling Window Repairs-Rental Residence
18032 R $610.38 West Payment Center Monthly Subscription For Online Legal Information
18033 R $520.55 Northern Energy Propane-Rental Residence
18034 R $396.73 BurrelesLuce Media Contacts For Press Releases&E-Clipping Services
18035 R $158.73 Schaffner,Sheryl Reimbursement-Mileage
18036 R $90.44 Allied Waste Services Garbage Service-Rental Residences
Total $49,030.42
*1 Urgent check issued 6/28/12
*2 Urgent check issued 6/27/12
The total amount for First
National Bank is$9,151.12
*3 Urgent check issued 6/28/12
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Claims No. 12-13
Meeting 12-23
Date 7/11/12
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
# Amount Name Description
18013 $20,417.50 *1 Restoration Design Group Site Planning Services For Mt. Umunhum
18014 $6,616.61 New World Systems Integrated Accounting And Financial System Software&
Implementation Services
18015 $4,666.50 Accountemps Two Accounting Temps
18016 $3,763.20 *2 First National Bank Field Supplies/Tick Repellent/Trail Cameras/Security Boxes
For Cameras/Horse Trough/T-Post Safety Caps/First Aid
Supplies For Patrol Trucks/Vise Grips/Tarps
18017 $2,750.00 Planet Orange Termite Services Termite Treatment-Rental Residence
180/8 $1,225.90 *2 First National Bank Business Related Meals-Board Meetings&Closed Sessions/
GM Meetings/Mt.Umunhum Public Meeting/Board Tour Of
Dogwood Farm&Pie Ranch
18019 11,159,04 *2 First National Bank Conferences&Training-California Special Districts Association
Legislative Days/Fire Shelters For Training
18020 $1,000.00 Bartel Associates Biennial OPEB Audit
18021 $996.78 *2 First National Bank Volunteer&Docent Expenses-Name Badge/Training Supplies
&Snacks For Volunteers&Docents i National Trail Days T-Shirts
For Volunteers/Tick Removal Supplies
18022 $635.10 *2 First National Bank Vehicle Maintenance&Supplies/Tire Disposal
18023 $588.58 *2 First National Bank Office Supplies/Surge Protector!Office Chair/Shelf For
Accounting Office/Painting Supplies For AO/Name Badges/
Replacement Flags For AO
18024 $487.82 *2 First National Bank Miscellaneous Expenses-Postage For Board Packet Mailing/
Dump Fee For Illegal Dumping Cleanup/Room Rental For Mt.
Umunhum Public Meeting
18025 $381.95 Congdon,Bunny Lodging&Mileage-Accounting Department Support
18026 $352.91 *3 Patsons Media Group Printing Services-Business Cards
18027 $325.15 *2 First National Bank Advertising,Subscriptions&Books-Survey Monkey Monthly
Subscription/Bay Nature Magazine/Books On Plant&Tree
Identification
18028 $320.54 *2 First National Bank Computer,Website&Internet Expenses-Email Service Provider
For Sending Email Blasts/Computer Speakers/Mouse-Five/
Laptop Battery/IPad Case
18029 ($350.99) *2 First National Bank Uniform Expenses-Return Of Uniform Sample
Total $45,336.59
*1 Urgent check issued 6/28/12
*2 Urgent check issued 6/27/12
The total amount for First
National Bank is$9,151.12
*3 Urgent check issued 6/28/12
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Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
R-12-65
Meeting 12-23
July 11, 2012
AGENDA ITEM 4
AGENDA ITEM
Authorization to Award a Contract with TKO General Engineering and Construction Inc., (TKO)
for the Ponds DR07 and DR08 Repair Project at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the General Manager to execute a contract with TKO for a not-to-exceed amount of
$81,984, which includes a bid amount of$68,320 plus a 20%contingency, for the Ponds DR07
and DR08 Repair Project at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve.
SUMMARY
The Request for Bids for the Ponds DR07 and DR08 Repair Project was released on May 30,
2012. Five Bid Proposals were received and opened on Friday, July 6, 2012. Evaluation of the
bids revealed that the apparent low bidder,TKO,presented a complete and responsive bid
package. Therefore, staff recommends awarding the contract for pond repair services to TKO for
a total not-to-exceed amount of$81,984, which includes a bid amount of$68,320 plus a 20%
contingency amount of$13,664. The FY2012-13 Natural Resources Department Budget for
implementation of this Project is $100,000.
DISCUSSION
Background
Repair of Ponds DR07 and DR08 was first identified in the Pond Management Plan prepared by
Vollmar Consulting in 2009 for the former Wool Ranch portion of La Honda Creek Open Space
Preserve. Restoration of these two ponds was identified as a high priority implementation item
based on water actively flowing across and through the earthen berms. The two ponds are
compromised by either early drying(Pond DR08) or sedimentation and choking by invasive
wetland vegetation(Pond DR07), which impacts California red-legged frog(CRLF)breeding
opportunities. Pond repairs include: re-contouring pond basins; rebuilding failed or failing
earthen berms; and installing vegetation-lined earthern spillways to effectively convey
stormwater while improving ponding duration for both the CLRF and livestock. Additional
project components include: removing invasive and non-native vegetation; installing cattle
exclusion fencing; installing an alternate watering source (trough); and preventing erosion and
downstream sedimentation.
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Staff has completed the construction repair documents and obtained all necessary permits for this
project. The project engineer is separately under contract to conduct construction inspections
and complete the necessary sign-off as required b San Mateo County.
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Contractor Selection
The bidding process commenced on May 30, 2012. Bid packages were sent to eight(8) local
contractors and five(5)builders' exchanges. A legal notice was posted in the Half Moon Bay
Review and San Mateo County Times and an invitation to Bid was posted on the District
website. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on June 8, 2012, and was attended by nine(9)
contractors. Sealed bids were due on July 6, 2012 and five(5)bids were received as shown
below, with TKO announced as the apparent low bidder:
Percent Difference from
Bidder Location Total Bid Cost Estimate of
$100,000
1. TKO Construction Woodside, CA $68,320 -32%
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A 72 000 -28/o 2. Gecko Golf Dublin C
3. Redwood Engineering Redwood City, CA $97 220 -3%
4. Applied Water Resources Santa Clara, CA $100,730 +1%
5. Niles Freeman Clements, CA $141,000 +41%
The bid amount provided by TKO was$68,200. However,upon verifying the total bid amounts of all the proposals,a
calculation omission of$120 was noted on TKO's proposal,bringing the correct total to$68,320.District staff waived this minor
technical defect in accordance with Section 6 of the Bid Package. With the corrected bid amount,TKO remained the apparent
low bidder.
The project's objective is to restore the integrity of two important wetland features that provide
important aquatic habitat for the federally-listed California red-legged frog, and improve water
quality while providing year-round stock water access for the onsite cattle operation. Project
construction is scheduled for completion by October 2012.
A 20% contingency amount is requested for this Project due to the unique conditions that may be
encountered when rebuilding the two earthen berms. These berms were originally installed by
ranch staff using any and all available materials. When repairing these types of berms, it is not
unusual to encounter unstable fill, such as old car bodies, cow carcasses, old fence posts, or other
miscellaneous ranch materials. Any unstable materials found would need to be safely removed
and replaced with engineered fill to rebuild the berm. Additional costs that may need to be
covered due to unanticipated materials include: additional grading, excavation, and compaction
to rebuild a larger than anticipated portion of the berm, as well as the disposal of materials. The
two berms are also located directly within drainages that convey water during all or much of the
year. Once digging begins, water logged or sandy soils may be encountered, indicating a
potential structural issue and the need to replace a larger than anticipated section of berm.
Although soil borings have been conducted at both sites, these only present a small sampling of
the entire berm.
FISCAL IMPACT
In March of 2012, the District's Board of Directors approved the FY2012-13 Natural Resources
Department budget, which included $100,000 for this project.
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BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
No Board Committee review is required for this project.
PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice for the award of bid was provided as required by the Brown Act. No additional
notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
Awardingthe bid and issuing a contract agreement for construction services for the Ponds DR07
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and DR08 Repair Project is consistent with the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation
Monitoring Plan for Implementation of the Pond Management Plan that was approved by the
Board on March 14, 2012.
NEXT STEPS
1 be authorized to enter into a contract with
will
If approved by the Board, the General Manager 1
TKO to perform construction services for the Ponds DR07 and DR08 Repair Project. Final
having all required
r signature is subject to meeting all District requirements such as ha a contract
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insurance and bonding in place. If the apparent low bidder does not meet all District
requirements for the project, staff will return to the Board at the July 25, 2012 regular Board
meeting to pursue Award of Contract for the next lowest apparent low bidder.
Once paperwork and contract signatures are in place, the project is scheduled to begin in August
and be completed b October 2012.
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Responsible Department Manager:
Kirk Lenington, Natural Resources Manager
Prepared by:
Julie Andersen, Planner II
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Contact person:
Same as above
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R-12-68
Meeting 12-23
July 11, 2012
AGENDA ITEM 5
AGENDA ITEM
Authorization to Amend a Contract with Jakaby Engineering to Provide Additional Structural
Engineering Design Services, Permitting Assistance, and Construction Monitoring Associated
with Implementation of the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve(ECdM) Watershed
Protection Program (WPP)
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Determine that the proposed action does not constitute a project under the California
Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)based on findings as set out in this report.
2. Authorize the General Manager to amend a contract with Jakaby Engineering for an
additional $11,700 for a total contract amount not to exceed $35,700, to include additional
structural design services, permitting assistance, and construction monitoring associated with
implementation of the ECdM WPP.
SUMMARY
In July of 2010, the District issued a Request for Qualifications and Proposals for structural
design, permitting assistance, and construction monitoring for the new Methuselah bridge at
ECdM and selected Jakaby, entering into a contract for$24,000. At that time, Methuselah
bridge was assumed to be the final structural element of the WPP to require a building permit.
However, since then, San Mateo County has clarified that any puncheons (small foot bridges)
that are more than 18 inches above grade or more than 120 square feet in area also require a
building permit and structural engineer stamped drawings. To date, puncheons previously
designed and installed onsite as part of the WPP were not subject to this requirement and in the
past were able to be designed by the project's certified engineering geologist, Tim Best. To
address this change in San Mateo County permitting requirements, a structural engineer will now
be required to review, modify(if needed), and stamp Mr. Best's original puncheon design. Staff
recommends amending the contract with Jakaby to include an additional $11,700 to complete the
Methuselah bridge work, review and stamp the puncheon design, and provide construction
oversight and monitoring of bridge and puncheon installation to ensure adherence to the stamped
plans.
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DISCUSSION
A Road and Trail Inventory(RTI) for ECdM OSP was completed in 2002 that identified road
and trail related sediment sources and provided recommendations for treatment of problem sites.
During this time, a WPP was also developed in partnership with the National Marine Fisheries
(NMFS), the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and
California Department of Fish and Game (CDFG). The purpose of this multiagency WPP is to
protect and restore watershed integrity while maintaining opportunities for year-round multiple
use recreation and environmental education within the Preserve. Implementation of the WPP
involves applying site specific recommendations identified in the RTI to remedy ongoing erosion
and sedimentation issues within the Preserve.
While much of the priority work identified in the WPP and RTI have been completed to date,
several high and moderate priority projects remain, including improvements to the following
trails: Springboard, Steam Donkey, El Corte de Madera Creek, Resolution, South Leaf,
Methuselah, Blue Blossom, and the proposed Bear Gulch Trail. Currently the Natural Resource
Department manages the overall implementation of the WPP with the exception of the proposed
Bear Gulch Trail, which is being managed by the Planning Department in connection with the El
Corte de Madera Staging Area and Trails Project.
Jakaby first became involved with the WPP on August 10, 2005, when the District's Board of
Directors authorized a contract to provide engineering design for five bridges within the
Preserve. Examples of Jakaby's design work can be seen on bridges and puncheons installed on
the El Corte de Madera Creek and Giant Salamander Trails. The District was satisfied with
Jakaby's performance during this prior contract and offered him to propose for additional bridge
design work in July of 2010. Jakaby was able to out-compete two other qualified firms to secure
his current contract, indicating that he is the most qualified to complete the remaining design
work. For efficiency and least cost, District staff recommends amending Jakaby's contract to
include additional scope items for construction of the new puncheon to comply with newly-
changed County requirements, and, given that the current contract expired on March 31, 2012, to
also extend the contract expiration date to March 31, 2017 to allow sufficient time to complete
all remaining contract items.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Natural Resources and Planning Department budgets for FY2012-13 include a total of
$155,000 for implementation of the WPP, including funds to cover the contract work for this
fiscal year. The additional $11,700 will be paid from the overall WPP project budget during the
next five fiscal years with no anticipated overage. Since the contract work is expected to span
multiple fiscal years, it is anticipated that future fiscal years will include a small budget fed by
monies projected by both the Natural Resources and Planning Departments for their respective
portions of the overall WPP.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
Committee review is was not required for this agenda item.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Public notice for this contract amendment was provided as required by the Brown Act. No
additional notice is required.
CEQA COMPLIANCE
Retention of consultant services to prepare design documents and construction oversight does not
constitute a project under the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA).
NEXT STEPS
If the contract amendment is approved by the Board, staff will amend the current contract with
Jakaby to perform additional design services and construction oversight and monitoring in
support of the ECdM WPP implementation.
Responsible Department Head:
Kirk Lenington,Natural Resources Manager
Ana Ruiz, Planning Manager
Prepared by:
Julie Andersen, Planner II
Tina Hugg, Planner III
Contact person:
Julie Andersen, Planner II
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' Open Space District
R-12-57
Meeting 12-23
July 11, 2012
AGENDA ITEM 6
AGENDA ITEM
j Discussion and Consideration of Seating Independent Special Districts on the Santa Clara
County Local Agency Formation Commission
j GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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Discuss and consider seating independent special districts on the Santa Clara County Local
Agency Formation Commission(LAFCo).
DISCUSSION
There are 17 independent special districts in Santa Clara County and currently there is no special
district representation on LAFCo. In March 2012, the Santa Clara County Special District's
Association considered the issue of independent special districts having a seat on LAFCo and
requested information from LAFCo on the costs for individual districts to participate
(Attachment 1). At the June 13 Regular Board meeting, Director Siemens stated that on July 16,
2012, the Santa Clara County Special District's Association will be holding a special meeting to
discuss options for LAFCo cost appropriation and representation(Attachment 2). Director
Siemens then requested that the Board hold a discussion on the item given that he will be
attending the meeting on behalf of the District and would like to report on the District's position
regarding independent special district participation on LAFCo.
BOARD COMMITTEE REVIEW
Due to time constraints, this item was not reviewed by the Legislative, Funding and Public
Affairs Committee.
FISCAL IMPACT
If LAFCo receives a total of nine or more resolutions requesting independent special district
membership to LAFCo, and the process results in the election of two independent special district
representatives, independent special districts will be required to pay one-third of the LAFCo
operational costs. Based on the 2012 LAFCo budget, the District's obligation would be
approximately$16,643.24.
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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).
NEXT STEPS
If the Board determines to support the seating of independent special districts on LAFCo, a
resolution requesting independent special district membership on LAFCo will need to be
submitted to LAFCo(Draft Resolution set forth in Attachment 3). If LAFCo receives
resolutions from a majority of independent s eci l istricts(i.e. nine or more), they will need to
initiate proceedings for seating of independent special districts on LAFCo per the Cortese-Knox-
Herzbert Act(Government Code §56332.5),
If the Board determines not to support seating of independent special districts on LAFCo, no
further action is needed at this time.
Attachment:
1. LAFCo Cost Apportionment for Counties, Cities and Special Districts
2. Santa Clara County Special Districts July 16, 2012 Meeting Agenda
3. Draft Resolution
Responsible Manager:
Steve Abbors, General Manager
Prepared by:
Michelle Radcliffe, District Clerk
Contact person:
Pete Siemens, Director
ATTACHMENT 1
LAFCO C O S T A P P O R T 10 N M E N T:County,Cities,Special Districts
Estimated Costs to Agencies Based on the 2012 LAFCO Budget
LAFCO Net Operating Expenses for 2012 $697,195
Jurisdictions Revenue per 2009/2010 Percentage of Total Allocation Allocated Costs
Report Revenue Percentages
Court), N/A NIA 31333333310 $199,065M
Cities Total Share 33.3333333% $199,065.00
Sal Jose NJA N/A 50.00o S99,532.50
Other cities share 50, $99,532.50
C:anipbeli $37,199.1&1 2.0182051% $2,008.77
Cupertino $51,593,772 2,79916931. $2,736A8
Gilrov $65.499,455 3.5536085 0 $3,537.00
Los Altos $37,223,642 2.0195321% $2,010-09
Los Altos Hills $10,074,345 0.5465737% $544,02
Los Gatos $50,773,160 275"78% $2.741.77
Nhlpitas $94,121.506 5.1064697% $5,082.60
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Monte Sereno $2604,662 0.1413134". $140.65 f
Morgan Hill $47513,050 2.577773810 $2,565.72
} Mountain Vie:. $163,494.125 8.8702129% $S,828.74
Palo Alto $491,"5,000 26.69270476 $26,%7.92
Santa Clara $478,854,381 25.9797733% S25,838.32
Saratoga $15947,298 1.0279(,701b $1,023-16
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Sumnvyale $293,287,941 159120487'. $15,837.66
Total Cities texcluding San Jose) 51,843,181,521 100.0000000% $99,532.50
Total Cities(Including San Jose) $199,066.00
Special Districts Total Share 33.3333333% $1",065.00
Aldercrott Heights County Water District $201,129 0.0545415% $10S.57
Burbavtl,SanitarvDistrict $503,197 0,1364553°b $271-0
1 Cupertino Sa itav District $8,522,957 2-31122bb°6 $4,6M.84
El Catnino Hospital District $15,836.355 4.2944492 v $8,54S,75
Guadalupe Coyote Resource Cons.District S156831 0.0425289% $84.66
1 Lake Canyon Conumutity Services District $71,203 0.019308o'. 538.44
i Lions Gate Commrauw Services District $711,675 0.1929~6 $.384,1
Loma Prieta Resource Cons.District $65,201 0.0176810% $35.20
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Nlidpenirsula Regional Open Space District $30,$31223 83607067 a $16,643.24
Purissinna Hills Count•Water District 54370.2S8 1.1S51199aa $2,359-R,
Rancho Rinconada Rec.and Park District $515,955 0.1399149. $278.52
Sat Martin Count'Water District i1] $143,000 0.03877S3°o $77-19
Santa Clara County Open Space District $37,927,411 10.2S5027G% $20.473.89
Santa Clara Vallev Water District $2a2,814,725 7L2692077% $141,872.05
Saratoga CentetervDistrict S1,035,169 0.280713t,% $558.80
Saratoga Fire Protection District $4.935,972 1.3385202% $2,664.53
South Santa Clara Valley Memorial District $121,069 0,03,28311% S65.36
Total Special Districts 5368,763,360 100.0000000% $199,065.00
Total Allocated Costs $697,195.00
Notes:
(1;Sal Martin Cournh•Water District did not file Special Districts Fincuicial Transactions Report for several years
Revenue data is from L.AFCO of:,anti Clara Coruih''s 2011 Count,vide Water Serc-ice Reniety report.
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ATTACHMENT 2
SANTA CLARA COUNTY
SPECIAL. DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION
5750 Almaden Expressway a San Jose,California 95118 . (408)265-2600
Santa Clara County Special Districts Association
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 16, 2012
11:30 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Time AGENDA ITEM
11:30 a.m. A. Lunch and networking
12:00 p.m. B. Welcome and Introductions
12:05 p.m. C. LAFCO discussion:
1. Update from SCCSDA members or non members regarding LAFCO positions
2. Potential cost apportionment options
3. Determination of Representation
a. What other Agencies do
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1:45 p.m. Next Steps and Follow Up
2:00 p.m. Adjourn
Attachments:
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1. April 18, 2012 Chair Wesolowski letter and attachments to SCC Independent Special Districts
2. Chart of Apportionment of LAFCO Net Operating Expenses Between General Membership Classes and
Between Agencies within Each Membership Class
Officers: Sterne 1Nesolowski.Chair•Pete Siemens VVc e-Chau Tony Estrem era, Secre„tary'TreJsUrer �
Members:C.uwy l_ikrrary Servico Area-cupertino Sanitary Drstrv'.t+El Camino Hospital District. Pv idpr;nin ula Regional Open Sparc.
Distnce •Rancho Rincon adta Park S F erre rtion District-Silver Creek Valley CC Geologic;Hazard Abatement District• Santa Clara
County Open n Space Authority.Santa Clam valley V1,1ater District •Saraloga Fire Protection District South.Santa Clara V illey%lemom l
Distrir;t.Saratoga Cemetery Distrct»Valley Transportation Authority+West Valley St nilallon District
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SPECIAL. DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION
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FROM: Steve Wesolowski Chair DATE: ,
April 18 2012
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TO: Santa Clara County Independent Special Districts RE: Independent Special District
Participation in LAFCO
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At our quarterly meeting on March 5, 2012, we discussed the implications of having a seat at LAFCO.
We voted to contact all independent special districts to determine if a majority of our districts have an
interest in joining LAFCO knowing it will have a financial impact.
This issue was explored previously and rejected several years ago because of the financial impact.
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However, with the current political and environmental climate—specifically, with the State and California
Forward looking at consolidation of local government agencies including special districts—we decided it
is appropriate to take another look at participation in LAFCO.
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Having special districts participate in our local LAFCO would provide us 2 representatives on LAFCO
with 2 votes in LAFCO deliberations; LAFCO is the only venue where special districts may be fully
participating equals to Cities and the County. Currently, special districts are not represented.
In order to begin the process of gaining seats on LAFCO, a majority(nine) of the independent special
districts must adopt resolutions proposing representation on LAFCO. In terms of anticipated costs,
independent special districts would be responsible for one-third of the operational costs of LAFCO, and
the apportionment is in proportion to each district's total revenues as a percentage of the combined total
district revenues with a county. Alternative methods and percentages of apportionment can be made, if
we decide to do so. Operating costs for FY2012 are approximately$600,000; our current cost of
LAFCO representation is about 200 000 apportioned among our districts as we agree.
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Neelima Palacherla of LAFCO Santa Clara County, provided us with a cost allocation based on
individual apportionment in proportion to each district's total revenues, which is Attachment 1. Please
note that VTA is not listed as they are considered a dependent special district.
At this time, I ask you to bring this issue in front of your boards to see if there is interest in moving
forward with this process. If a majority of districts are interested, our next step would be for a majority of
our districts to adopt formal resolutions proposing representation.
For your discussions, I've also included the summary analysis which we received at our last meeting.
This analysis includes information on applicable laws, additional powers provided, process, and costs.
Also included is a sample resolution and sample funding MOU. There is also a map showing special
district representation on LAFCOs throughout the state and a powerpoint presentation, "Special Districts
on LAFCO: Why, Why Not, and How."
Officers: Steve Wesolowski, Chair*Pete Siemens,Vice-Chair#'Tony Estremera. Secretary/Treasurer
Members. Cupertino Sanitary District• El Camino Hospital District• West Valley Sanitation Districts f0 dpeninsula Regional
Open Space District s Rancho Rinconada Park& Recreation District s Silver Creek Valley CC Geologic Hazard Abatement
District• Santa Clara County Open Space Authority * Santa Clara Valley Water District #South Santa Clara Valley Me.rrnorial
District « Saratoga Fire Protection District• Valley Trai isportation Authority
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April 18, 2012
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What we are seeking at this time is your input on if there is interest in seeking formal action of the
Special District's within Santa Clara County to pursue representation on LAFCO. If after discussion,
your agency is interested in pursuing a formal action, the Santa Clara County Special Districts
j Association will then request that all Special Districts take formal action supporting this position.
If after discussion, your agency has determined that you may have interest in pursuing formal action,
please send the Santa Clara County Special District's Association your intent to admin(a)sccsda.net.
If you have questions, please contact Cheryl Togami, SCCSDA Staff Support at(408) 265-2607 ext.
3029.
Attachment 1: LAFCO Cost Apportionment—One Year Estimate
Attachment 2: Special District Seat at LAFCO Summary Analysis
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Officers: Robert Reid, Chair#Pete Siernens,Vice-Chair+Tony Rstremera, Secretary"Treasurer
Members: Cupertino Sanitary District# Fi Camino Hospital District# West Valley Sanitation District# Midpeninsulca Regional
Open Space District # Rar9l Ino Rinconacta Part;& Recreation District # Silver Creek Valley CC Geologic Hazard?arc!Abatement
District#Santa Clara Co Unty Open Space Authority # Santa Clara Valley Water District #South Santa Clare Valley Memorial
District # Saratoga Fire Protection District# VaHey Transportation Authority
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� Summery Analysis
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This document is a summary analysis of the implications of Santa Clara County Special [)iathntu
AasmoiatiVn (GCCSDA) having a seat mtLAFC(].
The following information included in this attachment:
* Applicable Laws
* Additional Powers this Would Provide SCCGDA
° Process �
° Costs
� ° Lmnguoge�om ��overnmentCode on [�omte �
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° Meeting Requirements
* What's required of each special district if special districts had representation at LAFCC3 �
Sernp|a 0nt�ot F��ao|uUon
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° yWop of Special District Representation on LAFC[)a
� ° Povverpninte|ide presentation, "Special Districts on LAFCCJ. Why, Why Not, and How'Applicable Laws
Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act of 2000
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Government Code W000 to §57550
Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg is the latest iteration of the law that governs changes to
| boundaries and organization of cities and special districts. It updates the Cortese-Knox
Local Government Reorganization Act of 1985, and is considered "the most important �
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| reform to the mtoha'e local boundary |mvve in 40 years," as Senator Tom TodmkmVn wrote
in 2003. Changes to the 1985 |axv include making it eoa|mr for special districts to gain
LAFCO representation, aa well changes tw spheres mfinfluence evaluation and
| implemented municipal services reviews.
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~Aoeembly Bill 2838 (Hertzberg, 3000) �
~ Guide toCortese-Knox-Hertzberg Local Government Reorganization Act nf20DO
(2O02). Assembly Local Government Committee �
Source: C8OA's Guide to Special District Laws and Related Codes
� Additional Powers this Would Provide SCC SDA and Special Districts
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� Special Districts would have 2 votes inLAFCOdeliberations:
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0 Annexations O\ Reorganizations of cities and districts
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• Latent powers of districts
• District consolidations and dissolutions
LAFCO is the only venue where special districts are a fully participating equal to Cities and the
County.
Process
The commission may appoint two members and an alternate to represent special districts to
serve on LAFCo (56325c).
All commission members shall exercise their independent judgment on behalf of the interests of
residents, property owners, and the public as a whole: "Any member appointed on behalf of
local governments shall represent the interests of the public as a whole and not solely the
interests of the appointing authority" (56325.1)
Section 56332.5 states: "The commission shall initiate proceedings for representation of
independent special districts upon the commission if requested by independent special
districts." A majority of the independent special districts need to adopt resolutions proposing
representation on LAFCo. Once LAFCo receives resolutions from a majority of special districts
the commission shall adopt a Resolution of Intention. The Executive Officer shall give notice
and call a meeting of the independent special districts to select special district representation on
the commission.
The Independent Special District Selection Committee shall consist of the presiding officer of
the legislative body of each independent special district. An alternate may be appointed by the
legislative body of an independent special district if the presiding officer of that independent
special district is unable to attend. Districts must be wholly located within the county. Each
member of the selection committee shall have one vote. A quorum shall consist of a majority of
the eligible districts (56332a).
The Executive Officer shall call and give written notice of all meetings for the Selection
Committee so it can select members if a vacancy occurs (56332b).
If the Executive Officer determines that a meeting of the special district selection committee is
not feasible, he may conduct the business of the committee in writing. The Executive Officer
may call for nominations (for special district representation on LAFCo)to be submitted in writing
within 30 days. At the end of the nominating period, the Executive Officer shall prepare and
deliver, or send by certified mail, to each independent special district one ballot and voting
instructions. Email may also be used with written evidence of receipt and prior concurrence of
each district. The districts have at least 30 days to return the ballots by a specified date
The ballot shall contain h n f all
the names o a nominees. Terms shall be four ears.
(56332c). Y
The members appointed to LAFCo shall be elected or appointed special district officers residing
within the county but shall not be on the Board of Supervisors or a city council.
Independent special districts shall pay one-third of the operational cost of LAFCo unless the
independent special districts, the county and the cities approve an alternate method of
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apportionment. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will be required between the LAFCo,
the Board of Supervisors, the city councils and the special districts to seat independent special
districts on LAFCo if an alternate method of apportionment as recommended is enacted.
District designees need to sign the MOU on behalf of the independent special districts.
Costs
One-third of operational costs. The operating costs for FY 2012 are approximately$600,000.
A third of that is$200,000. That amount is divided amongst the 17 independent special
districts in Santa Clara County pursuant to GC 56381(b)(1) (C). The code generally states
that allocations is in proportion to each district's total revenues as a percentage of
the combined total district revenues within a county. This cost will vary from year to year
for each of the districts based on the operating costs in the LAFCO budget and based on the
districts revenue.
Language from Government Code on Costs
(C)The independent special districts' share shall be apportioned
in proportion to each district's total revenues as a percentage of
the combined total district revenues within a county. Except as
provided in subparagraph (D), an independent special district's total
revenue shall be calculated for nonenterprise activities as total
revenues for general purpose transactions less intergovernmental
revenue and for enterprise activities as total operating and
nonoperating revenues less intergovernmental revenue, as reported in
the most recent edition of the "Special Districts Annual Report"
published by the Controller, or by an alternative method approved by
a majority of the agencies, representing a majority of their combined
populations. For the purposes of fulfilling the requirement of this
section, a multicounty independent special district shall be required
to pay its apportionment in its principal county. It is the intent
of the Legislature that no single district or class or type of
district shall bear a disproportionate amount of the district share
of costs.
(D) (i) For purposes of apportioning costs to a health care
district formed pursuant to Division 23 (commencing with Section
32000) of the Health and Safety Code that operates a hospital, a
health care district's share, except as provided in clauses (ii) and
(iii), shall be apportioned in proportion to each district's net from
operations as reported in the most recent edition of the hospital
financial disclosure report form published by the Office of Statewide
Health Planning and Development, as a percentage of the combined
independent special districts' net operating revenues within a
county.
(ii)A health care district for which net from operations is a
negative number may not be apportioned any share of the commission's
operational costs until the fiscal year following positive net from
operations, as reported in the most recent edition of the hospital
financial disclosure report form published by the Office of Statewide
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Health Planning and Development.
(iii)A health care district that has filed and is operating under
public entity bankruptcy pursuant to federal bankruptcy law, shall
not be apportioned any share of the commission's operational costs
until the fiscal year following its discharge from bankruptcy.
(iv)As used in this subparagraph "net from operations" means
total operating revenue less total operating expenses.
(E) Notwithstanding the requirements of subparagraph (C), the
independent special districts' share may be apportioned by an
alternative method approved by a majority of the districts,
representing a majority of the combined populations. However, in no
event shall an individual district's apportionment exceed the amount
that would be calculated pursuant to subparagraphs (C) and (D), or in
excess of 50 percent of the total independent special districts'
share, without the consent of that district.
(F) Notwithstanding the requirements of subparagraph (C), no
independent special district shall be apportioned a share of more
than 50 percent of the total independent special districts' share of
the commission's operational costs, without the consent of the
district as otherwise provided in this section. In those counties in
which a district's share is limited to 50 percent of the total
independent special districts' share of the commission's operational
costs, the share of the remaining districts shall be increased on a
proportional basis so that the total amount for all districts equals
the share apportioned by the auditor to independent special
districts.
(2) In counties in which there is no independent special district
representation on the commission, the county and its cities shall
each provide a one-half share of the commission's operational costs.
The cities' share shall be apportioned in the manner described in
paragraph (1).
(3) In counties in which there are no cities, the county and its
special districts shall each provide a one-half share of the
commission's operational costs. The independent special districts'
share shall be apportioned in the manner described for cities'
apportionment in paragraph (1). If there is no independent special
district representation on the commission, the county shall pay all
of the commission's operational costs.
(4) Instead of determining apportionment pursuant to paragraph
(1), (2), or(3), any alternative method of apportionment of the net
operating expenses of the commission may be used if approved by a
majority vote of each of the following: the board of supervisors; a
majority of the cities representing a majority of the total
population of cities in the county; and the independent special
districts representing a majority of the combined total population of
independent special districts in the county. However, in no event
shall an individual district's apportionment exceed the amount that
would be calculated pursuant to subparagraphs(C)and (D) of
paragraph (1), or in excess of 50 percent of the total independent
special districts' share, without the consent of that district.
(c)After apportioning the costs as required in subdivision (b),
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the auditor shall request payment from the board of supervisors and
from each city and each independent special district no later than
July 1 of each year for the amount that entity owes and the actual
administrative costs incurred by the auditor in apportioning costs
and requesting payment from each entity. If the county, a city, or an
independent special district does not remit its required payment
within 60 days, the commission may determine an appropriate method of
collecting the required payment, including a request to the auditor
to collect an equivalent amount from the property tax, or any fee or
eligible revenue owed to the county, city, or district. The auditor
shall provide written notice to the county, city, or district prior
to appropriating a share of the property tax or other revenue to the
commission for the payment due the commission pursuant to this
section. Any expenses incurred by the commission or the auditor in
collecting late payments or successfully challenging nonpayment shall
be added to the payment owed to the commission. Between the
beginning of the fiscal year and the time the auditor receives
payment from each affected city and district, the board of
supervisors shall transmit funds to the commission sufficient to
cover the first two months of the commission's operating expenses as
specified by the commission. When the city and district payments are
received by the commission, the county's portion of the commission's
annual operating expenses shall be credited with funds already
received from the county. If, at the end of the fiscal year, the
commission has funds in excess of what it needs, the commission may
retain those funds and calculate them into the following fiscal year'
s budget. If, during the fiscal year, the commission is without
adequate funds to operate, the board of supervisors may loan the
commission funds. The commission shall appropriate sufficient funds
in its budget for the subsequent fiscal year to repay the loan.
(from http:Hlaw.onecle.com/california/government/56381.html)
Meetine Requirements
Commission members attend approximately 6 meetings throughout the year. Meetings are held
at 1:15pm at:
County Government Center
70 West Hedding Street, 1 st Floor
San Jose, CA 95110
What's required of each special district if special districts had representation at LAFCO:
The Independent Special Districts select 2 representatives as LAFCO commissioners and a
third as an alternate. Tthe LAFCO commissioners must attend the LAFCO meetings and vote
on proposals.
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ATTACHMENT 3
RESOLUTION NO. 12-XX
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA
REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT REQUESTING INDEPENDENT
SPECIAL DISTRICT MEMBERSHIP ON THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION
COMMISSION OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY
WHEREAS, the District believes it is important that independent special
districts have a voice in Local Agency Formation Commission(LAFCo) affairs; and
WHEREAS, the District believes it is important for LAFCo to have the
perspective from independent special districts in its deliberations; and
WHEREAS,the District understands that it is initially proposed that one-third
of LAFCo's operational costs be borne by the independent special districts; and
WHEREAS, for these reasons, the District supports the representation of
independent special districts on the Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Clara
County as provided for in the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Act of 2000.
NOW,THEREFORE,THE DISTRICT RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
I. District requests that independent special district representatives be seated on LAFCo
of Santa Clara County.
2. District supports the election of independent special district representatives(two
members and one alternate)to LAFCo through a nomination and election process as
provided by the Cortese-Knox-Hertzberg Act of 2000.
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To: Board of Directors
From: Stephen E. Abbors
Date: July 6, 2012
Re: FYIs
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Date: July 2,2012 Contact: Rudy Jurgensen 650.691.1200
Open Space District Announces Mount
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Public Open House and Board Workshop July 18
-- Meeting g P Regarding Agenda Includes Options Re ardin Radar Tower --
Los Altos, California [July 2, 2012]—The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District invites
the public to attend a Public Open House and Board Workshop for the Mount Umunhum
Environmental Restoration and Public Access Project on Wednesday,July 18. The Public Open
House is from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. followed by the Board Workshop from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30
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.m. The meetingill take lace in the Quinlan Community Center at 10185 North Stelling
Road in Cupertino.
The agenda for the public meeting will feature a discussion of the radar tower options. There are
three options under consideration. Information will be presented on design opportunities and
constraints, short- and long-term maintenance, and associated costs for all three options. Draft
evaluative criteria will be presented to the Board to assist in the decision-making process, which
will occur this fall at future public meetings. Drawings of all three options can be accessed at
http://www.openspace.orWplans proiects/mt umunhum.asp.
• Option one restores the tower area to near natural condition and rewards visitors with
panoramic views and a sense of the summit as it once was.
• Option two provides visitors access to the original first floor of the radar tower, which
will be repurposed as a public gathering place.
• Option three maintains the radar tower as the prominent feature at the summit, available
for the public to view up close.
"This is an exciting opportunity for the District to create something great for the public to
enjoy," said General Manager Steve Abbors. "We invite the public to help us plan an amazing
destination with breathtaking views that will also allow us to honor the full span of our region's
unique history."
At the previous meeting, on June 12, the Board voted unanimously to certify the Final
Environmental Impact Report(FEIR) and to approve the demolition of all structures except the
radar tower. The goal of the proposed Project is to establish a fiscally sustainable visitor
destination that balances public access, enjoyment, and education with environmental
restoration.
Rising3,486 feet, Mount Umunhum is one of the highest peaks in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Its
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from an Ohlone word meaning"resting place of the hummingbird"and plays a central role in
their creation beliefs. The Almaden Air Force Station operated atop the peak from 1957 to 1979.
The District bought Mount Umunhum from the federal government in 1986 and incorporated it
into the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve.
In late 2009 the federalappropriatedgovernment 3.2 million to the Army Corps of Engineers
to begin cleaning u the former air force station. The cleanupallows the District to begin
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planning for public access to the peak.
Public input is an important part of the planning process. Members of the public are asked to
contact MROSD at mt.um.tower@openspace.org or 650-691-1200 if they are interested in
receiving notices about public input opportunities on the Mount Umunhum Project. For project
details and updates visit the website at www.o ens ace.or lans ro'ects/mt umunhum.as .
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Created by voters in 1972, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has successfully protected more than
60,000 acres of open space. The District is a California special district governed by an elected board of directors.
The District's mission is to acquire and preserve a regional greenbelt of open space land in perpetuity,protect and
restore the natural environment, and provide opportunities for ecologically sensitive public enjoyment and
education. www.openspace.org.
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July l2O12
San Mateo County Farm Bureau
Attn: Mr. William Gass, Executive Director
Attn: Board� �
765 Main Street
Half Moon Bay, [A94O19
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RE: Notification of the release of the Final La Honda Creek Master Plan Document and Mitigated �
Negative Declaration for Public Review
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Dear Members of the Farm Bureau:
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Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District(District) is pleased to announce the public release of the
Final La Honda Creek Master Plan document(Master Plan) and the Mitigated Negative Declaration �
(MND), in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) requirements. These
documents are being circulated to agencies and posted online to receive public comment, prior to the �
consideration of adoption by the District's Board ofDirectors.
Background
� You may recall that the District Board of Directors tentatively approved the Master Plan back in �
November of2OO9. Since 2009, because of fiscal constraints due to the recent economic slowdown, the
District had to pull back on a number of projects, including the Master Plan, hence the multi-year delay �
in preparing the [EDA document and Final Master Plan. Earlier this year, the District was able to restart
the planning process and we are now gearing up to complete the Project later this summer. �
Early in the master planning process, the District consulted with members ofthe Farm Bureau on �
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various occasions. First, we conducted stakeholder interviews over the phone to ask questions
specifically about upper La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve (priortnthepurch��eofDhscoURanch> �
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as part of our initial outreach. At that time, we contacted 11 representatives from local community
organizations, trail advocates, preserve users, and folks who are familiar with local natural resources, �
including Jack Olsen and Tim Frahm with the San Mateo County Farm Bureau (Farm Bureau). As part of �
� this process, we incorporated the early feedback into the planning analysis and the development of
recommendations for use and management of the Preserve.
Also, on March 9, 2009, we presented the results of our analysis and the draft Master Plan �
recommendations ata regular Farm Bureau meeting in Half Moon Bay. These recommendations
included: the reintroduction of cattle grazing in the former Dyer and McDonald/Weeks Ranches, the
continuation of grazing in the former Driscoll Ranch area, and a systematic approach to overlay cattle
� grazing with recreation use, following a similar effective approach used on many grazing lands owned
� and managed by the East Bay Re�iona| Parks 0sthctand Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation.
� Finally, asa reminder, below are the various public meetings, public tours, and stakeholder interviews �
� that were conducted since the start of this planning effort to illustrate the extensive public engagement
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process that the District has followed for the Master Plan Project. The final two items are shown inbold
to signify that these two items are underway.
PUBLIC OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT PROCESS
Public Workshop#1 —Existing Conditions/Visioning November 3. ZOO4
Public Land Tours- Upper La Honda Creek NovemberZO, 2004
initial stakeholder phone interviews November—December Z8O4
Public VVorkshop#2 - Issues and Opportunities December6, 2004
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Public Land Tours' Driscoll Ranch October13 & 14` 2005 �
Additional stakeholder interviews Nuvernber2OO6
Public Workshop#] ' Driscoll Ranch NovemberlG, 2006
Stakeholder Focus Group Meetings November 2OO6 - February 2OO7 �
Public Open House- Draft Master Plan December 4, 2OO7
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Presentation nf Draft Master Plan to Farm Bureau March 9, 2OO9
Public release/review ofDraft Master Plan document April 13, 2009 �
1't Public Hearing—public comments on Draft Master Plan May 19, 2OOg
2"* Public Hearing—public comments on Draft Master Plan June l6, 2OO9
3* Public Hearing—Tentative Master Plan approval November 12, 2OO9
Public release/review mf Final Master Plan Q^CEQAdocument July'August IU11.2
4`" Public Hearing'Final Master P|an/[EQAAdoption August 2Q, J012
We look forward to receiving any additional feedback from the San Mateo County Farm Bureau and
welcome you to attend the upcoming public hearing that is scheduled for August 28, 2012.The review
period for the Mitigated Negative Declaration is from July Z, 2012 to August 1' 2012. Comments may be
submitted to or in writing tothe District(c/o Lisa Bankosh, Project
Manager), at33O Diste{ Circle, Los Altos, [A94OZI. All comments must be received by S pm on
Wednesday, August 1' lO1J.
Sin rely, �
Ana Ru|z' A|[P \ �
Planning Manager
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MROSD Board of Directors
Mike Williams, Real Property Manager
� Steve K4onowitz, San Mateo County Planning
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Open Space District
To: Board of Directors
From: Stephen E. Abbors
Date: July 11, 2012
Re: Late FYIs
GENERAL MANAGER
Stephen E Abbors
Regional
OpenSpace Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Pete Siemens
Yoriko Kishinnoto
Jed Cyr
Curt Riffle
Nonette Hanko
July 6, 2012 Larry Hassett
Ceciiy Harris
The Honorable Jerry Brown
Governor of California
State Capitol Building
Sacramento, CA 95814
RE: Signature Request, AB 2388 (Beall)
Dear Governor Brown:
On behalf of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, I respectfully request your
signature of AB 2388, relating to the Santa Clara County Open Space Authority (OSA).
The OSA was created by the Legislature in 1992, at the behest of the community, to
preserve key portions of the natural environment of Santa Clara County. At that time,
PRC Section 35159, which was drafted solely for the OSA, required formal bidding on
all contracts above $10,000. In addition, PRC 35159 requires that the OSA adhere to
lowest responsible bidding requirements for all services, such as planning, management
training and other routine administrative functions, which requires the agency to select
the lowest bidder regardless of the qualifications of the contractor.
AB 2388 would raise the threshold for mandatory formal bidding to $25,000, which
would allow the OSA to use time, revenue, and staff resources more efficiently and
effectively, thus making the OSA consistent with the best practices of other California
open space districts, such as ours here in Santa Clara County. It would save taxpayers
money in the long run, and result in more efficient and effective protection of public
open space lands in California.
I greatly appreciate your consideration of AB 2388,
Sincerely,
a Ruiz
Acting General anager
cc: Assemblymember Jim Beall (Fax: 916-553-3017)
SCCOSA Board of Directors (Fax: 408-224-7548)
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Board of Directors
Ralph Heim, Public Policy Advocates
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'TO: General Manager
FROM: Gordon Baillie
Monthly Field Activity Summary Report
Between 31112012 And 313112012
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS TOTALS
DISTR
ICT VIOLATIONS
CATIONS VIOLATIONS
ENFORCEMENT 109
Bicycle Citations&JCRs Issued 59
Closed area-bicycle 6 1 0 0 7
Helmet required 7 1 0 0 8 Parking Citations Issued 18
I 4 All Written Warnings Issued 25
limit
4 0 0 0 9
Trail use speed t
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Closed Area Police Assistance 7
Enter temporary/regular closed area
10 3 0 0 13
Dog LAW ENFORCEMENT 46
Dog in prohibited area 3 6 0 0 9
Law Enforcement 46
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Leash required Dog
Other
After hours 7 0 0 0 7 ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS 4
Allowing grazing without permission 0 1 0 0 1 Medical-Hiking/Running Accident 1
Removal of animal excrement 0 1 0 0 1
Vehicle Accident 3
Smoking-undesignated area 2 1 0 0 3
Vehicles prohibited 1 0 0 0 1
DISTRICT TOTAL 53 24 0 0 77 MUTUAL AID 8
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS Animal Incident 3
NON DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS
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Bicycle
Vehicle Accident 3
Bicycle on Non designated trails
4 0 0 0 4
Minor bicycling without helmet 2 0 0 0 2
Other
False Information to a peace officer 4 0 0 0 4
NON DISTRICT TOTAL 10 0 0 0 10
GRAND TOTAL 63 24 0 0 87
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Disabled Parking: Permit Required unpa 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(Signed) 1 1 2
Prohibited Areas(Red curb) 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(Nondesignated area) 1 1 2
Prohibited Areas(After hours) 12 0 12
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
NON DISTRICT 2 2 4
Disabled Parking—Paved/Marked. 0 1 1
No Parking Zone 1 1 2
No parking 1 0 1
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DATE OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST
Mar 02 Rangers responded to a bicycle accident on Page Mill Road. The rider crashed approximately 1/2 mile Rangers: 3
MA 12SO37 east of the Monte Bello gate, MB01. The victim was complaining of right shoulder and back pain and
had been unconscious for an unknown length of time. He was administered oxygen by District staff and
fitted with a C-collar before Santa Clara County Fire arrived. The victim was transported to a hospital by
helicopter ambulance.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Page Mill Road, 1/2 mi east of MB01
Mar 02 An illegal trail that is also an encroachment on District land was discovered by staff. The trail was Rangers: 2
IR 12SO36 photographed,and GPS coordinates were obtained. The trail is unmarked,approximately 4 feet wide
and 1/3 of a mile long,and encroaching approximately 300 feet on to District land.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Chestnut Orchard to Castanea Ridge Road.
Mar 02 A woman was stopped for having a dog off leash in the Preserve.She provided false information and Rangers: 2
IR 12FO59 attempted to leave.The assistance of the Sheriff Department was requested,at which point the Police: 3
individual provided the correct information. The individual was issued a citation for giving false
information to a peace officer and for"Dog Off Leash".
Preserve Fremont Older Location
Mar 03 A ranger was performing monthly routine easement checks and discovered a debris pile on District Rangers: 2
IR 12SO47 property. The debris consisted tree trimmings and leaves that were piled approximately 30 feet long by
1 foot high. The adjacent neighbor was contacted,as it appeared to have come from over his fence.
Upon contact there was some question as to whether he had been given permission by the District in the
past,to use the debris for erosion control . The neighbor was sent a letter advising that any permission
to dump material on District land had been revoked.
Preserve Thornewood Location Espinoza Rd.
Mar 05 Two subjects were stopped by a ranger and cited for mountain biking on a trail that was illegally Rangers: 1
IR 12FO64 constructed in the Preserve.
Preserve Sierra Azul Location Between the Woods Trail&Guadalupe Creek @ SA02
Mar 06 Five subjects were stopped by a ranger and cited for(bicycle)after hours violations. Rangers: 2
IR 12FO65
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Mar 06 One subject was stopped by a ranger and cited for an after hours violation. Rangers: 2
IR 12FO67
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Mar 06 One subject was stopped by a ranger and cited for an after hours violation. Rangers: 2
IR 12FO66
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Mar 06 Rangers responded to a report of a llama wandering on Page Mill Road. Rangers contained the animal Rangers: 2
MA 12SO40 until Palo Alto Animal Services arrived. Animal Services moved the llama back onto the neighbors
h obtained owner information from the tenant so the could be contacted about the need
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property. Y Y
for fence repairs.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location 31105 Page Mill Rd. Palo Alto
Mar 10 While on patrol in the preserve,a ranger found motorcycle tracks that have been an on-going problem. Rangers: 1
IR 12SO42
Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location Gordon Mill Trail
Mar 10 A visitor reported seeing two men attempting to break into a vehicle in the Rancho County Park parking Rangers: 2
IR 12FO69 lot.The alarm on the vehicle sounded and the suspects fled. A ranger put out a"Be On The Lookout" Police: 1
for the suspect vehicle.The victim was contacted,and pry marks were found on the vehicle. A Sheriffs
Deputy was requested and came out to take a report.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location
Mar 11 A ranger observed three bicyclists riding without helmets. When contacted all three gave verbal Rangers: 3
IR 12SO43 identification to the ranger and stated that they did not have any warrants. Upon checking with dispatch Police: 1
it was discovered that all had given false information,and that one of the men also had an outstanding
warrant. Two of the men were cited and released;the third was taken into custody by a San Mateo
Sheriffs Deputy.
Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location Gordon Mill Trail
Mar II A ranger noticed a suspicious vehicle with two occupants parked in the Rancho County Park parking lot. Rangers: 1
IR 12FO72 The Ranger requested Sheriff response and when Sheriffs arrived they approached the vehicle.The Police: 3
Ranger observed the driver of the vehicle in possession of hashish.The subjects were arrested and their
vehicle was towed.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio County Park Location
Mar 12 A bicyclist was observed without a helmet. After he was contacted by rangers, he became verbally Rangers: 2
IR 12SO45 abusive and threw his bicycle on the ground. He was cited and released.
Preserve Windy Hill Location Spring Ridge Trail
Mar 16 A ranger was first on scene of a vehicle accident where a car drove off the road,through a District fence, Rangers: 1
IR 12SO49 and into the Preserve. The driver stated she thought she was traveling toward Los Altos and was low on
gas. The driver's mother arrived shortly afterwards and said she would pay for any damages. A tow
truck was called,and the car was removed.
Preserve Monte Bello Location Page Mill Road
Mar 17 During a snow day patrol,one subject was stopped and cited for a vehicles prohibited violation.This is Rangers: 1
IR 12F076 an area known for a lot of off road vehicle activity during muddy conditions.
Preserve Sierra Azul Location
Mar 20 Multiple violations occurred when three hikers with dogs were seen by ranger staff. The individuals were Rangers: 2
IR 12SO50 in a dogs prohibited area with one of the dogs off-leash. The individuals were also in possession of
marijuana and additionally appeared to be under its influence. The two people responsible for the dogs
were cited and warned about the off leash violation.
Preserve Russian Ridge Location Ancient Oaks Trail
Mar 21 A bicyclist was seen by a ranger riding on a trail that is closed to bicycles. When cited he stated he Rangers: 1
IR 12SO51 would go to court like he always does,and get the ticket reduced to$30.00. He was cited and released.
A check of the database revealed that the individual has had two prior warnings,and one additional
citation for bicycle violations on District lands.
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Mar 21 While on patrol, a ranger found fresh motorcycle tracks. District Maintenance Staff had also seen tracks Rangers: 1
IR 12SO53 on Borden Hatch Mill and Grabtown Gulch trails. Tracks were also found on multiple trails in El Corte de
Madera OSP the previous day. No suspects were seen.
Preserve Purisima Creek Redwoods Location North Ridge Trail
Mar 24 Rangers assisted with removing a vehicle that had gone off the side of the road towards the equestrian Rangers: 2
IR 12SO54 Parking lot. The driver stated another car was coming up the road forcing him to drive his car off into the
ditch. Evidence indicated that the vehicle who had gone over the side had been"fish tailing"prior to the
accident indicating possible excessive speed.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Parking lot
Mar 26 While investigating a report of a possibly hazardous tree,maintenance staff discovered an Rangers: 1
IR 12SO46 encroachment consisting of plantings and grading. The encroachment was confirmed by the Real
Property Department as an ongoing encroachment problem that they will be following
win up with the
neighbor.
Preserve Monte Bello Location 17700 Montebello Rd., Douglass property
Mar 30 Rangers were first on-scene to an accident where an equestrian was kicked in the stomach by her Rangers: 1
MA 12S058 horse. She was complaining of pain in the stomach, neck,and arm. She refused oxygen,and asked for
water which was not given per standard medical protocols. CalFire arrived and took over patient care.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Hwy. 35 at Rosemary Lane
DATE VANDALISM DETAIL
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Mar 07 Graffiti on box car.
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Preserve Windy Hill Location Hawthorn property back field
Mar 12 Graffiti on back of regulation sign.
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Preserve Russian Ridge Location Alpine Road pullout
Mar 12 Graffiti on stile post&bridge.
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Preserve Purisima Creek Redwoods Location PC05
Mar 18 Chain-link cut to gain access to upper base.
VL
Preserve Sierra Azul Location Former Almaden Air Force Base(Mt. Umunhum),SA14
Mar 26 Graffiti on inside wall of tunnel.
VL
Preserve Russian Ridge LocationTunnel from Russian Ridge parking lot
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TO: General Manager
FROM: Gordon Baillie
Monthly Field Activity Summary Report
Between 41112012 And 413012012
CITE WARNING JCR KNOWN TOTALS TOTALS
DISTRICT VIOLATIONS VIOLATIONS
ENFORCEMENT 136
Bicycle Citations&JCRs Issued 47
Closed area-bicycle 7 1 0 0 8
Parking Citations Issued 37
Helmet required 4 7 0 0 11
Trail use speed limit 3 2 0 0 5 All Written Warnings Issued 42
Closed Area Police Assistance 10
Enter sensitive/hazardous closed area 8 0 0 0 8
Enter temporary/regular closed area 3 10 0 0 13
LAW ENFORCEMENT 39
Dog
Law Enforcement 39
Dog in prohibited area 2 4 0 0 6
Leash required-Dog 13 2 0 0 15
Other ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS 9
After hours 6 5 0 0 11 Fire Incident 1
Damaging/removing plants 0 1 0 0 1
Lost Person Search 1
Smoking-undesi nated area 0 3 0 0 3
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Vehicles prohibited 0 3 0 0 3 Medical-Bicycle Accident 2
Permit Medical-Hiking/Running Accident 1
Failure to comply with permit conditions 1 0 0 0 1
Medical-Other First Aid 2
DISTRICT TOTAL 47 38 0 0 85 Vehicle Accident 2
GRAND TOTAL 47 38 0 0 85
MUTUAL AID 8
Fire Incident 1
Law Enforcement 2
Medical-Hiking/Running Accident 1
Medical-Other First Aid 1
Vehicle Accident 3
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PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
DISTRICT 33 2 35
Prohibited Areas(Signed) 2 0 2
Prohibited Areas(Red curb) 5 0 5
Prohibited Areas(Nondesignated area) 6 1 7
Prohibited Areas(Blocking traffic) 1 0 1
Prohibited Areas(Blocking gate) 2 1 3
Prohibited Areas(After hours) 17 0 17
PARKING VIOLATIONS CITE WARNING TOTALS
NON DISTRICT 4 2 6
Disabled Parking—Paved/Marked. 1 1 2
No Parking-Specified Hours 1 0 1
No parking 1 0 1
Parking—State Highway 1 1 2
37 4 41
DATE OCCURRENCES OF SPECIAL INTEREST
Apr 01 A ranger responded to a call from Santa Clara Fire of a vehicle over the side of the road. They found the Rangers: 1
IR 12SO61 vehicle unoccupied and suspected it was probably stolen. The incident was turned over to the California Police: 3
Highway Patrol who recovered the vehicle.
Preserve Saratoga Gap Location Hwy.9, approx.2 mi north of Hwy.35
Apr 03 The Skyline Area Superintendent,along with the Real Property Specialist inspected a property adjoining Rangers: 1
IR 12SO64 Saratoga Gap OSP for an on-going encroachment issue which was originally documented in 2009.
There are numerous vehicles,trailers,debris, and equipment along with a well-used motorcycle track on
District land. The property owner was informed of this violation in 2009 and was told to clear District
land of his debris. Nothing has been done and actually there are more vehicles and materials,etc. The
new encroachment has been documented and addressed by the Real Property Department.
Preserve Saratoga Gap Location Redwood Gulch Rd., Marshall Property
Apr 03 One subject was wandering through the preserve in a disheveled state,carrying a pair of pants. A Rangers: 3
IR 12FO93 ranger stopped him and obtained verbal information which was verified through a Santa Clara County Police: 1
Sheriffs Deputy.The subject was found to be on probation for a weapons violation.The deputy
searched the subject for weapons and the ranger issued a warning notice for being in a closed area.
Preserve Bear Creek Redwoods Location
Apr 04 Rangers responded to a report of a hiker down in the Preserve. The victim suffered an epileptic seizure Rangers: 4
AR 12SO62 and fell to the ground unconscious and convulsing. He suffered a small contusion to his forehead from
the fall. District staff assisted by transporting the patient, his wife, and firefighters from the scene on the
Spring Ridge Trail to Gate WH01 on Skyline Boulevard where he was transported by ambulance to the
hospital.
Preserve Windy Hill Location Spring Ridge Trail
Apr 07 Rangers discovered a fallen power line that had caused a small fire in the preserve. San Jose Fire and Rangers: 2
IR 12FO96 PG&E responded. PG&E repaired the line and removed the tree that had fallen into the line.
Preserve Sierra Azul Location Access road to Hicks Creek Ranch, 150 yards in front of Gate SA05
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Apr 07- A ranger was monitoring the Cal Fire Radio frequency,and heard report of a column of smoke in the Rangers: 2
MA 12SO67 area. A neighbor simultaneously called the Skyline Field Office with a similar report. Two rangers
patrolled the area,but were unable to locate the source of the smoke.
Preserve Off District Lands-Skyline Location Portola Heights Road
Apr 07 A hasty search was conducted by rangers,when a permitted camper was discovered missing from the Rangers: 3
IR 125070 campground. She was found camping in a non-designated area in violation of her permit. She was
cited and relocated to the campground.
Preserve Monte Bello Location Bella Vista
Apr 10 A ranger discovered an encroachment in the Preserve.A neighbor who shares a property boundary with Rangers: 1
IR 12F100 the District had built about 200 yards of trail into the Preserve from his property.The ranger took a report
and forwarded the information to the Real Property Department.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location
Apr 11 While on patrol rangers observed what appeared to be vomit on the hood of a vehicle and on the ground Rangers: 3
MA 12F102 nearby.A male subject was slumped in the driver's seat. The subject was found to be asleep. Santa Police: 1
Clara County Sheriffs Deputies were requested. The subject was evaluated and released.
Preserve Off District Lands-Foothills Location Hicks Road,just south of Pheasant Rd.
Apr 12 Rangers conducted a search along with Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies in the Canyon Trail area Rangers: 4
IR 12So73 based on a report of a male adult hiking who may be a suspect in the recent bank robberies in San Jose, Police: 2
Capitola, and Santa Cruz. The reporting party was a former City of San Jose Police Officer. The
search was extended to the Black Mountain campground,and the Charcoal Road area, but the
individual was not located.
Preserve Monte Bello Location Canyon Trail
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Apr 15 A ranger responded to a report of a medical aid/bicycle accident in the Preserve. The ranger located Rangers: 2
AR 125075 the victim and provided first aid. Palo Alto Fire arrived and took over patient care.The victim was
transported to the hospital with a severe ankle injury.
Preserve Monte Bello Location Old Ranch Trail
Apr 16 While on patrol, a ranger heard a report of a vehicle over the side of Alpine Road. The ranger was first Rangers: 3
IR 12SO76 on-scene where a motorist had run his vehicle off the road,down a hillside into Skyline Ridge OSP. The Police: 2
driver was not injured. The driver admitted going too fast when another car approached from the
opposite direction causing him to swerve and go off the road. Skid marks were measured at 125'. The
car came to rest 90'below the roadside pullout.
Preserve Skyline Ridge Location Alpine Road
Apr 22 While on foot patrol a ranger observed two female adults smoking off trail next to the Tafoni Sandstone Rangers: 1
IR 12So80 Formation. The area is clearly marked as closed and as being a sensitive area. As the ranger
approached the women he heard male voices and guitar music coming from inside a small cave within
the Tafoni formation. The Ranger ordered everyone out and away from the Formation. All four were
cited for being in a closed and sensitive area. The women were verbally warned for smoking in a
prohibited area.
Preserve El Corte de Madera Creek Location Tafoni Formation
Apr 22 A ranger stopped an individual for a closed area violation. The person was found to have outstanding Rangers: 2
IR 12F119 warrants,and a request was made for a Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputy to respond. A search of the Police: 2
person's vehicle by deputies revealed methamphetamine and needles.The subject was taken into
custody.
Preserve Bear Creek Redwoods Location BCO2 area
Apr 27 A ranger discovered that a vacant District-owned residence had been broken into and vandalized.The Rangers: 1
IR 12F121 area where the residence is located is in close proximity to a suspected marijuana grow.The intruders
had made a fire in the stove using the window blinds.Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies were
requested but were unavailable to respond at the time of the discovery. Rangers returned with deputies
a couple of days later to check the buildings and the area around the property.
Preserve Sierra Azul Location Former Maas house
Apr 27 While on patrol a ranger discovered a person who had crashed his mountain bike.Santa Clara County Rangers: 2
AR 12F122 Fire and Medics responded.The person suffered a broken collar bone. Fire and rangers loaded the
patient onto a backboard and the patient was transported in the back of the ranger vehicle to an awaiting
ambulance and was taken to the hospital.
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Apr 28" A stolen vehicle was found parked along side Prospect Road. Santa Clara County Sheriff Deputies were Rangers: 1
MA 12F123 requested and the incident was turned over to them. Police: 2
Preserve Off District Lands-Foothills Location Prospect Road/Parking Lot
Apr 28 A ranger discovered a door to the Hawthorn mansion had been kicked in. Woodside Patrol had already Rangers: 3
IR 125084 notified Mountain View dispatch with the same information. The hasp was bent and the padlock no
longer secured the door. Subsequently a District Ranger re-secured the door.
Preserve Windy Hill Location Hawthorn Estate Mansion
Apr 29 A ranger was on vehicle patrol on the Northridge Trail when two hikers were observed hiking up the Rangers: 2
IR 125083 trail. The victim stated he had been feeling disoriented and dizzy after hiking the Whittemore Gulch Trail
&the Northridge Trail. He said his brother had given him some water and a Power Bar and was feeling
somewhat better. He asked the ranger if he could get a ride back to the top. He was advised that Cal
I h Fire was in route and that it was would be a good idea to et them m check his condition. After being
checked out by a medic, he was driven back to his vehicle by the ranger and the paramedic in the
Northridge parking lot where he signed an"Against Medical Advice"form and was released.
Preserve Purisima Creek Redwoods Location North Ridge Trail(after hiking the Whittemore Gulch Trail)
Apr 30 Rangers discovered damage to a gate and theft of metal believed to be for recycling. A metal pipe on Rangers: 2
IR 12F126 the locking post of a District gate was cut and removed to allow vehicle access. A gate not owned by the
District was also found to have been cut open on the same road and two abandoned vehicles were
missing from the adjacent property.These incidents may be related to the ongoing copper and scrap
theft at the Mt. Umunhum Air Base.
Preserve Sierra Azul Location Gate SA15
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Apr 30 A visitor fell while walking in the Preserve. Maintenance staff arrived first and requested Fire and Rangers: 1
AR 12F125 Medics. Santa Clara County Fire and Medics evaluated the visitor and released her to a friend who
drove her to medical care.
Preserve Rancho San Antonio Location
DATE VANDALISM DETAIL
Apr 21 Grafitti on tree next to regulation sign.
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Preserve Sierra Azul Location SA02
Apr 28 Boarded up door kicked in. Hasp bent and padlock no longer securing door.
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Preserve Windy Hill Location Hawthorn Estate Mansion
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