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SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETINGS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
July 25, 2001
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
L ROLL CALL
President Pete Siemens called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
Members Present: Jed Cyr, Mary Davey, Nonette Hanko, Larry Hassett, Ken Nitz, and
Pete Siemens.
Members Absent: Deane Little.
Staff Present: Craig Britton, Sue Schectman, Michael Williams, Duncan Simmons, Tom
Fischer, Thomas Trapp.
H. CLOSED SESSION
P. Siemens stated that the Board would adjourn to Closed Session for a conference with
General Counsel regarding anticipated litigation, significant exposure to litigation,
Government Code Section 54956.9(b), one case.
The Board recessed to Closed Session at 6:35 p.m. and the Closed Session commenced at
6:35 p.m. The Board concluded the Closed Session at 7:28 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
III. P. Siemens called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:34 P.M. and noted that no reportable
actions had taken place in Closed Session. Director Little arrived at 7:40 p.m.
Additional Staff Present: Sandy Sommer, Ana Ruiz, Doug Vu, John Maciel, Lisa
Zadek, Stephanie Jensen, Dave Sanguinetti, Mike Foster, Cathy Woodbury, and John
Cahill.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS—There were none.
330 Distel Circle . Los Altos,CA 94022-1404 . Phone:650-691-1200
Fax: 650-691-0485 • E-mail: mrosd@openspace.org •Web site:www.openspace.org C.
Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Mary C. Davey,Jed Cyr, Deane Little, Nonette Hanko,Larry Hassett, Kennett?C.Nitz -General Manager:L Craig Britton
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V. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board adopt the agenda. J. Cyr seconded and
the motion passed 6 to 0.
VI. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR
K. Nitz removed Agenda Item 8, Authorization to Solicit Bids for Paving and Repairs to
the Driveway at Thornewood Open Space Preserve; Determine that the Recommended
Actions are Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) as Set Out in this Report; Authorize Staff to Solicit Bids for Paving and Repairs
to the Driveway at the Thornewood Open Space Preserve; and Agenda Item 10,
Authorization to Solicit Bids to Remove One Minor Structure and Various Debris at
Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve and Restore the Area to a Natural Condition; Authorize
Staff to Solicit Bids for the Demolition of One Minor Structure and the Removal of
Associated Debris at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve.
P. Siemens removed Agenda Item 9, Authorization to Solicit Bids for Paving and
Repairs to the Parking Lot at the Administrative Office Building Located at 330 Distel
Circle, Los Altos, California; Determine that the Recommended Actions are
Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as Set Out
in this Report; Authorize Staff to Solicit Bids for Paving and Repairs to the Parking Lot
at the Administrative Office Building.
Motion: K. Nitz moved that the Board adopt the Consent Calendar, including
approval of the minutes of the June 27 and July 11, 200 1, Special and
Regular Meetings; draft responses to letters from Mr. Mark Wunderman,,
596 Eunice Avenue, Mountain View; Mr. Gene Pfeiffer, 16755 Littlefield
Lane, Los Gatos; and Mr. David Montagna, 19701 Canon Drive, Los
Gatos; Agenda Item 7, Approval of Salary Adjustment and Meritorious
Pay Award for the General Manager and Approval of Amendment to
General Manager's Employment Agreement, As a Result of the Board's
Evaluation of the General Manager's Performance for the Period of March
.10, 2000 through March 9. 2001 and Compensation Review for the
Position, the Ad Hoc Board Appointee Evaluation Committee
Recommends a 5% Meritorious Pay Award Based on the General
Manager's Performance and a 4% Cost of Living Salary Adjustment,
Retroactive to March 9. 2001; Adopt the Attached Resolution Amending
the General Manager's Employment Agreement to Reflect an Adjusted
Salary of$131,959.36, and a 5% Meritorious Pay Award Totaling
$6344.20 - Ad Hoc Appointee Evaluation Committee(President Siemens
and Directors Cyr and Little); Agenda Item 11, Authorization to Contract
with Tamara Kan for Biological Survey and Mapping Services, Determine
that the Recommended Actions are Categorically Exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as Set Out in this Report-,
Authorize the General Manager to Execute an Agreement with Tamara
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Kan in an Amount Not to Exceed $5,000 to Provide Biological Survey and
Mapping Services on an As-Needed Basis for Planning's Capital
Improvement Projects and Resource Management Projects During Fiscal
Year 2001-2002; and Revised Claims 01-14. L. Hassett seconded the
motion. The motion passed 6 to 0 (N. Hanko abstained on claim 2204).
VII. SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
Resolution of Appreciation for Michael L. Foster, Controller.
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt Resolution No. 0 1-20, Resolution
of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District Commending Michael (Mike) L. Foster.
P. Siemens read the Resolution.
K. Nitz seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
VIII. BOARD BUSINESS
A. Agenda Item No. 1 — Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigatio
Monitoring Plan, and Tentative Approval of a Use and Management Plan
Amendment for Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, Approve the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program in Accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). and Adopt the CEQA Findings as
Set Out in this Report, Tentatively Approve the Use and Management
Committee's Recommendation to Amend the Use and Management Plan for
Windy Hill Open Space Preserve as Follows: (1) Open the Betsy Crowder Trail to
Hikers, Equestrians, and Leashed Dogs, but not to Bicycles, (2) Install an
Observation Area at Sausal Pond and Close the Perimeter Area to Public Use for
Resource Protection, (3) Realign, Construct and Restore Unpaved Trails and
Roads for a Net Increase of Eighty(80) Linear Feet, and (4) Approve Staff's
Recommendation to Adopt the Name "Sequoias Trail" for a 0.2-Mile Trail that
Connects to a Town of Portola Valley Trail and Open the Trail to Hikers,
Equestrians, and Leashed Dogs But Not to Bicycles - (Report R-0 1-88
S. Sommer acknowledged that A. Ruiz and D. Sanguinetti had worked with her
on researching and preparing the report. She discussed historical issues connected
to the proposal.
A. Ruiz presented the recommendations of the Use and Management Committee,
noting that the study was driven by two key issues: the need to designate
appropriate uses for the Betsy Crowder Trail, including an evaluation of the long-
term impact of opening a trail to multiple uses; and the need for a trail
realignment near the new Kabcenell driveway.
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S. Sommer presented public comment received by staff on the Use and
Management Plan amendment. She discussed CEQA compliance and
summarized staffs recommendations.
Regarding the view from the new bypass trail, S. Sommer said she had walked the
trail, and the new bypass trail was fairly similar to the section of old trail and had
similar views.
In evaluating the uses for the Betsy Crowder Trail, A. Ruiz said staff considered
what the trail uses are in that area, public comments, and protecting resources at
Sausal Pond. She said staff plans to do the resource work first, then sign the trail
for dogs on leash.
S. Sommer said the new trail section near the Kabcenell driveway would be built
to District standards. K. Nitz expressed concern about older people having
trouble with the steepness. S. Sommer said the precise alignment of the segment
had not been worked out in detail.
In regard to the reasons the Portola Valley Trail Committee wanted the retention
of the road, C. Britton referred to letters from Portola Valley and a memo from
him in packet.
S. Sommer said staffs point of view is that Portola Valley is saying the General
Plan specifies the trail being in that location, yet other parts of the plan say the
trail and path element need to be flexible. She said staff believes this alignment
follows the general intention of the General Plan.
Regarding concerns about creating confusion about dog use on the Sequoias
segment, S. Sommer said the intention of allowing dog use on that section of trail
would be to avoid prohibiting Sequoias residents from entering through their
property onto the preserve and to utilize that trail. L. Hassett said he thought staff
was introducing a conflict with the Portola Valley trail use policy.
J. Cyr noted that if residents wanted to be technically legal, they could exit The
Sequoias on the Portola Road side and enter the parking lot and come up the
Spring Ridge Trail that way, all those trails are open to dog use.
L. Hassett said he was in favor of leaving it open for dogs, but would like to see
Portola Valley adopt t that for the rest of the trail to eliminate the conflict.
D. Little said he would also like Portola Valley to look into that. As chair of the
Use and Management Committee, he felt the committee and staff had done an
excellent job of reviewing the proposed trail and amendment, specifically the
Betsy Crowder Trail. On the issue of the road that goes by the sag pond, he
thought it had been an unfortunate misalignment for many years through an
environmentally sensitive area. He said it was important to try to realign it in
order to take traffic away from that environmentally sensitive area. He said the
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two trails are quite close, and he was sure staff could come up with specific
proposals that are not steep or difficult for anyone who likes to walk. In addition,
he said staff and the committee had made an effort to receive public input on the
trail alignments. He said it was unfortunate that the Town waited until the end of
public input to make this suggestion. He strongly supported staff s
recommendation.
N. Hanko said originally she was concerned about dog use on the Betsy Crowder
Trail. However, she thought staff had done a good job of protecting Sausal Pond
and was inclined to go along with the recommendation on that subject. She
disagreed with D. Little regarding the sag pond trail. She thought it would be a
disservice to those who have lived there a long time. Many people need trails that
are not steep. It could be closed in winter. She said she would like to see the
District uphold Portola Valley interests, and suggested an amendment to send the
matter back to the Use and Management Committee for further study.
L. Hassett stated two concerns: 1. The mitigated negative declaration discussed
the removal of two coastal oaks. S. Sommer pointed out the trees' location and
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might be possible to avoid them. She said staff had to balance between the
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viewing from the trail. Regarding visually opening up view areas from the trail,
S. Sommer said staff was trying to establish a formal access point to Sausal Pond
and reduce access to other parts of the pond. She said it was possible that the
observation area would be a deck.
K. Nitz said in terms of the sag pond, the person who skinned the road had pushed
debris into pond. He believed the trail needed to be closed. He said several
people at the Betsy Crowder memorial had suggested putting a bench near the
observation area or on the deck if there is one.
S. Sommer explained the process for the negative declaration. She said it was
sent to the State clearinghouse who sent it to 15 agencies. Only two agencies
commented.
A. Ruiz noted that all the lower trails, including the new trail, are open to dogs.
P. Siemens and K. Nitz suggested putting the bike icon on future maps.
H. Pastorelli, 1207 USA Court, Los Altos, Vice President of ROMP, asked the
Use and Management Committee to comment on why the Betsy Crowder Trail is
excluding bikes, and also putting a note in the General Manager's
recommendation as to why bikes are being excluded. D. Little replied that the
committee had considered it but felt it would be an inappropriate use of resources.
He said bicycles have access on the other road. This provides an alternate route
where older hikers and equestrians can go.
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Mary Hufty, 257 Mapache Drive, Portola Valley, chair of the Portola Valley
Trails Committee, said staff had done a thoughtful job and had met their concerns
on many issues. When she saw the plan for the re-route, she though the preserve
users were losing a trail they use and love. However, she said it could have been
treated more gently. She noted that the Planning Commission acted
independently of the Trails Committee on this issue. She thought the trail was a
logical connection with the Spring Ridge Trail as it goes over the Eagle Trail, as it
would connect to Willow Grove and Alpine Road. She said the other trail had a
little jog out of the way. The trail is more level and is a better trail experience.
Regarding trail density, she said the committee loves trails, and the confusion of
signage is not an issue.
Ellieill Ferrari,e ari 211 Willowbrook ook Drive, Portola Valley, an equestrienne, said she
had ridden the trail with the sag pond. She urged the Board to reconsider the
matter and asked about access for vehicles. She thanked D. Little for the field
trips.
Derry Kabcenell, 557 Cresta Vista Lane, Portola Valley, said he was the owner of
the in-holding and had suggested some of the changes that had been discussed.
He said he supported the General Manager's recommendations and commended
staff and the committee. He said his particular interest was to avoid conflict
between preserve users and vehicles on the driveway. He requested that the
driveway not be designated a trail and that visitors be encouraged to use existing
designated trails for safety reasons. He said from the point of view of safety and
user conflict issues, it would be better if the sag pond trail was not there.
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J. Cyr referred to the mitigation model and said the written report did not seem to
match it. S. Sommer explained where the measurements were taken. J. Cyr noted
that on page 12 of the Negative Declaration, it stated that the balance of the
Windy Hill Open Space Preserve is east of the project area and he thought it
should say "west." He commented that in reading through the report, he was
impressed. He thanked S. Sommer and A. Ruiz. In regard to the issues about the
reroute, he shared concerns about the environmental protection of the sag pond.
He thought there was an issue with trail density because the District has to
maintain them all. In this case, he was more concerned with providing a variety
of uses.
D. Little said he thought they needed to recognize that the District's mission is to
preserve ecologically valuable land and not to provide access to every square
inch. He said there is a need to recognize that this is an ecologically valuable and
rare resource, and he asked the public to recognize this.
Motion: D. Little moved that the Board approve the Mitigated Negative
Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program in accordance
with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and adopt
the CEQA findings as set out in the staff report; and tentatively
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approve the Use and Management Committee recommendation to
amend the Use and Management Plan for Windy Hill Open Space
Preserve as follows: (1) Open the Betsy Crowder Trail to hikers,
equestrians, and leashed dogs, but not to bicycles, (2) Install an
observation area at Sausal Pond and close the perimeter area to
public use for resource protection, (3) Realign, construct, and
restore unpaved trails and roads for a net increase of eighty(80)
linear feet, and (4) Approve staff recommendation to adopt the
name "Sequoias Trail" for a 0.2-mile trail that connects to the
Town of Portola Valley Trail and open the trail to hikers,
equestrians, and leashed dogs, but not to bicycles. K. Nitz
seconded the motion.
Discussion: L. Hassett said he had met with Town officials and looked at the
re-route. He found it is a trail and relatively flat. He said
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if the District eliminated vehicle traffic on the road it would
decrease impact, and that if there were a problem, the trail could be
closed seasonally. He had talked with Bo Gimbal about possible
ways of dealing with the concerns about the fault line and drainage
issues. He said if the trail is allowed to decrease in size to a four-
foot trail and is sensitively rerouted toward the high area, it could
work.
Amendment to motion: L. Hassett moved that the Board refer this aspect back to
the Use and Management Committee to see if there is a way to
retain that part of the trail. N. Hanko seconded the motion.
Discussion: L. Hassett observed that this aspect would not hold up the
program. C. Britton stated he would prefer the entire matter be
referred back to the committee. He said it had to be looked at in
context with other trail recommendations.
Amendment to amendment: N. Hanko moved that the Board direct the President
to appoint an ad hoc committee to research this particular issue. L.
Hassett seconded the motion. The motion was defeated 5 to 2 with
Directors Hassett and Hanko voting aye and all other Directors
voting no.
Vote on amendment to motion: The motion was defeated 4 to 3 with Directors
Hassett, Siemens, and Hanko voting aye and all other Directors
voting no.
Vote on main motion: The motion passed 5 to 2 with Directors Hassett and
Hanko voting no and all other Directors voting aye.
(Note: D. Little left at 8:57 P.M.)
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B. Agenda Item No. 2- Approve the Attached License Agreement for The Sequoia
- Portola Valley to Enter Windy Hill Open Space Preserve for the Purpose o
Planting Native Plants and Installing a Temporary Drip Irrigation System on
District Land Along the Northern Adjoining
joining Property Line, Authorize the General
Manager to Execute the Attached License Agreement Allowing The Sequoias-
Portola Valley and their Consultants to Enter Windy Hill Open Space Preserve for
the Purpose of Planting Native Trees and Shrubs, and Installing a Temporary Drip
Irrigation System on District Land, Along the Northern Adjoining Property Line.,
Authorize the General Manager and General Counsel to Approve Minor
Revisions to the License Agreement—(Report R-01-85).
A. Ruiz presented the staff report. C. Britton noted that this would be of benefit
to the District because there has always been a desire to have screening there. A.
Ruiz noted that the carports would be below grade as a berm is being installed.
J. Cyr noted a correction on page 1, paragraph 2.3, which should read "a license
agreement" instead of"an license agreement."
Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to
execute the License Agreement allowing The Sequoias—Portola
Valley and their consultants to enter Windy Hill Open Space
Preserve for the purpose of Planting Native Trees and Shrubs, and
installing a temporary drip irrigation system on District land, along
the northern adjoining property line; and authorize the General
Manager and General Counsel to approve minor revisions to the
License Agreement. J. Cyr seconded the motion. The motion
passed 6 to 0.
C. Agenda Item No. 3- Authorization to Execute a Contract with Dillingham
Associates to Provide Design and Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $25.8 10
for the Proposed Parking and Staging Area at the Jacques Ridge Entrance to
Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, Authorize the General Manager to Execute a
Contract with Dillingham Associates of Berkeley in an Amount Not to Exceed
$25,8 10 to Prepare Plans and Specifications for the Parking and Staging Area a
the Jacques Ridge Entrance to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve - (Report R-01-
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D. Vu outlined staffs recommendations. He confirmed that the District's staging
area would accommodate 15 cars, and the County would have 50 spaces. He said
the crosswalk is to be protected with stop signs. He said the County had
recommended that the District put in the staging area. The County is anticipating
high use on this portion of the Ridge Trail when the District dedicates a 17.9-mile
section.
C. Britton said the District's parking is for automobiles while the County's will
include equestrian parking. He thought it would work well. By having staging
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areas on both sides of the road, there would be a crosswalk and a stop sign.
Regarding dedication of the portion of the Ridge Trail, he said there are two
private parcels, which may delay dedication.
D. Vu said the goal was to use native planting. In regard to excavation, C. Britton
said staff is aware of the need to investigate soils and is being very careful.
D. Vu explained that a 100 ft. setback has to be maintained. The 400-foot view
requirement is a State requirement and does not apply in this case. The parking
surface will be rock, not paving. Drainage will be worked out as part of design.
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to
execute a contract with Dillingham Associates of Berkeley in an
amount not to exceed $25,810 to prepare plans and specifications
for the parking and staging area at the Jacques Ridge entrance to
Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. M. Davey seconded the motion.
The motion passed 6 to 0.
D. Agenda Item No. 4— Authorization of Award of Contract to Panko Architects for
Design and Engineering Services to Replace the Maintenance Buildinga nd to
Create a Master Plan for the Foothills Operations Facility at Rancho San Antonio
Open Space Preserve; Authorize the General Manager to Enter into a Contract
with Panko Architects of San Mateo for an Amount Not to Exceed $39.785 for
Design and Engineering Services to Replace the Maintenance Shop Building and
to Create a Master Plan for the Foothills Field Operations Facility at Rancho San
Antonio Open Space Preserve—(Report R-01-82).
J. Cahill presented the report. C. Woodbury noted that putting solar panels on this
facility was included in the list of things they would look at. J. Cahill said staff
did not know of any hazardous materials, but any construction will entail some
borings and staff will do an update on the 1991 geological survey.
Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to
enter into a contract with Panko Architects of San Mateo for an
amount not to exceed $39,785 for design and engineering services
to replace the maintenance shop building and to create a master
plan for the Foothills field operations facility at Rancho San
Antonio Open Space Preserve. N. Hanko seconded the motion.
The motion passed 6 to 0.
E. Agenda Item No. 5- Request for Consent to a Sublease Agreement Between
Drub; Abuse Sciences, Inc., and Kaidara Software, Inc. for the Enterprise Office
Space at 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos: Authorize the General Manager to Approve
the Office Building Sublease Between Drug Abuse Sciences, Inc. and Kaidara
Software, Inc. —(Report R-01-84).
C. Britton clarified that if there is extra wiring needed for networking or software,
it is the lessor's responsibility.
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Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to
approve the office building sublease between Drug Abuse
Sciences, Inc. and Kaidara Software, Inc. for the Enterprise Open
Space at 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos. K. Nitz seconded the
motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
F. Agenda Item No. 6 - Authorization to Contract with Printer to be Announced at
this Meeting for Printing Services for Fiscal Year 2001-2002 With an Option t
Extend the Contract for Fiscal Year 2002-2003, Authorize the General Manage
to Enter Into a Contract for Printing Services with a Printing Firm To Be
Selected by and Announced at Your Meeting) for the Remainder of Fiscal Year
2001-2002, For an Amount Not to Exceed $100,000, With the Option to Extend
the Contract to Fiscal Year 2002-2003, Subject to Further Board Approval -
(Report R-0 1-90).
S. Jensen presented staff's recommendations.
Motion- J. Cyr moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to
enter into a contract for printing services with Harbor Printing for
the remainder of fiscal year 2001-2002, for an amount not to
exceed $100,000, with the option to extend the contract to fiscal
year 2002-2003, subject to further Board approval. N. Hanko
seconded the motion.
Discussion: S. Jensen said she did not know how many employees Harbor had,
and was more concerned with their performance. She said the
District has been using tree-free paper, but not hemp, as per Board
policy. However, there are certain tree-free products that do more
environmental harm. C. Britton said staff would come back with
this on an informational basis. He said they are looking at various
options, including post-consumer paper, and would advise the
Board.
S. Jensen said the graphic designer has agreed to store the
District's materials, but the District owns them.
Vote: The motion passed 6 to 0.
G. Agenda Item No. 8 - Authorization to Solicit Bids for Paving and Repairs to the
Driveway at Thornewood Open Space Preserve, Determine that the
Recommended Actions are Categorically Exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as Set Out in this Report, Authorize Staff to
Solicit Bids for Paving and Repairs to the Driveway at the Thornewood Open
Space Preserve—(Report R-0 I-L3).
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J. Cahill said any asphalt removed would be recycled. He said it would probably
be wise to close the preserve during the paving which would probably be five
working days. He said Mr. Richard will be part of any decision made regarding
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closure. There is another entrance for him to use.
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Motion: M. Davey moved that the Board determine that the recommended
actions are categorically exempt from the California j
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set out in the staff report;
and authorize staff to solicit bids for paving and repairs to the
driveway at the Thornewood Open Space Preserve. K. Nitz
seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
H. Agenda Item No. 9- Authorization to Solicit Bids for Paving d Repairs to the
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Parking Lot at the Administrative Office Building Located at 330 Distel Circle.
Los Altos California, Determine that the Recommended Actions are
Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as
Set Out in this Report; Authorize Staff to Solicit Bids for Paving;and Repairs to
the Parkins;Lot at the Administrative Office Building=(Report R-01-861
P. Siemens suggested that looking at items 8, 9, and 1.0, maybe the Board is
micromanaging since they have approved the projects under the budget. C.
Britton explained that staff felt that they would like to err on the side of caution in
regard to notifying the public. In addition, he said these reports are not a lot of
work. Board members expressed appreciation for seeing the reports, noting that it
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shows that the District is moving forward on projects, plus it is the public's
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money being spent.
Motion: L. Hassett moved that the Board determine that the recommended
actions are categorically t from the California
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Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as set out in the staff report;
and authorize staff to solicit bids for paving and repairs to the
parking lot at the administrative office building. M. Davey
seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
1. Agenda Item No. 10- Authorization to Solicit Bids to Remove One Minor
Structure and Various Debris at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve and Restore the
Area to a Natural Condition, Authorize Staff to Solicit Bids for the Demolition of
One Minor Structure and the Removal of Associated Debris at Sierra Azul O ern
Space Preserve—(Report R-01-87).
J. Cahill said the area would be seeded. In regard to removing the road once the
structures are gone, C. Britton said staff will be doing a master plan and will look
at trails and roads.
Motion: K. Nitz moved that the Board authorize staff to solicit bids for the
demolition of one minor structure and the removal of associated
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debris at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. M. Davey seconded
the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
IX. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
M. Davey thanked S. Sommer for joining the trail meeting at Parks and Recreation on
Stanford Land.
K. Nitz said he worked at the Los Altos Art and Wine Fair and that hundreds of people
came through.
L. Hassett said he attended the South Skyline picnic last Saturday where the program was
presented by USES.
J. Cyr: 1. He will be doing a "meet a Board Member on the trail" in September. 2. He
had one on his first docent-led hike on September 3 and said it was fun and raised staff.
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C. Britton: 1. The FYI's contained the Belmont City Council agenda for a workshop at
which he had spoken. 2. The FYI's also had notice of the"not-so-annual conference"
October 18-20 at Audubon Canyon Ranch. 3. Kathleen Hart had suggested an office
cleanup day that was held July 13. 4. Sally Thielholdt has been hired to fill the
Administrative/Human Resources Manager position and will start September 4.
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C. Woodbury announced that S. Sommer passed a national exam by the American
Institute of Certified Planners and is recognized by her peers as a Planner Extraordinaire.
C. Britton announced that J. Isaacs will be leaving the District August 31.
J. Maciel: 1. They are doing testing and background checks on four ranger candidates.
2. He presented an update on the search for the missing bicyclist. Staff had assisted
though there is no indication she was seen on the preserves. Also, a body was found in
Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve.
S. Jensen announced that Mt. Umunhum and San Mateo County VIP tours would take
place in late September and October.
X. ADJOURNMENT
At 9:53 p.m., the meeting was adjourned.
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Roberta Wolfe
Recording Secretary