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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19770525 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 77-15 _ _ Meeting 77-15 I MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT Regular Meeting Board of Directors A G E N D A May 25, 1977 7 : 30 P.M. Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 745 Distel Drive Los Altos, CA (7 :30) ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES - May 10, 1977 and May 11, 1977 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ; ADOPTION OF AGENDA ORAL COMMUNICATIONS OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED (7 :45) 1. Report and Recommendations of the Organizational Use Subcommittee - K. Duffy, N. Hanko and E. Shelley NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED (8 : 15) 2. Proposed Acquisition of Addition to North Foothills Open Space Preserve (Leonheart Property) i (a) Report P i (b) Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Authorizing Exercise of Option to Purchase Real Property, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (North Foothills { Open Space Preserve - Leonheart Property) (8 : 35) 3 Use and Management Plan for Picchetti Property J. Olson on INFORMATIONAL REPORTS CLAIMS (9: 05) EXECUTIVE SESSION - Land Negotiations i ADJOURNMENT i i i i i Written communicat- RECEIVE© MAY 2 (Meeting 77-15) May 19, 1977 TO: Boards of Directors All Taxing Agencies Affecting Citizens of City of Cupertino SUBJECT: Property Tax Rates Dear Board Members: As taxpayers and elected councilmen for the citizens of Cupertino, we would request that each agency which taxes the citizens of Cupertino via the Real Property Tax consider reduction of the tax rate set by each responsible board in such a manner that the increased real property assessment, over and above new construction and the increase in the previous assessment related to the consumer price index, will not result in windfall increases in tax take from the property taxpayers. We are aware that not all agencies have the same position relating to property tax income, particularly the schools which are revenue controlled by SB-90 legislation, but feel strongly that each of the local units of government must practice self restraint now. The Cupertino City Council has followed this recommendation by reducing the City tax rate each of the last two years , and intends to proceed likewise for the ensuing year. As you are all aware, property tax relief is a major task of the State Legislature this year, with likely passage of revenue growth limitations as part of any measure forthcoming. We do not believe the State Legislature should lead the way in limiting local revenue, but believe each local agency should be able to proudly point to their own actions. Please join us in reducing the tax rates as much as your specific conditions allow while the control is still in the hands of the locally elected representatives. Sincerely yours , ROBERT W. MEYERS C OUNC I LMEMBE R DONALD A. FROLICH MAYOR Written Communica*-- -)n (Meeting 77-15) 1 RECEiV ED h Nf 1 6 l9Z' I' CALI IA ASSOCIATION of RECREATION & PARK DISTRICTS 5 .„� Hay 12, 1977 is TO: Special Districts FROH: Shirley idajemnik SUBJECT: CARP) Membership The California Association of Recreation and Park Districts has been pro- viding valuable services to the recreation agencies of this state since 1953. The ability to compete in both the state and national levels for funding and recognition of districts' needs is becoming ever more crucial . C.A.R.P.D. makes every effort to represent your district in ways which will directly benefit the services you provide. Ne hope you will support our efforts by joining the !Association. i 'k Shirley .�mn� President California Association of Recreation and Park Districts ' SN':su i I Enclosure 1692 Sycamore Drive, Simi Valley, California 93065 Telephone: (805) 526-3260 Written -Communicate (Meeting 77-15) ` �p City of Mountain View �UTIO V Q� City Hall = m 540 Castro Street m y ._ Post Office Box 10 - r-• ,��- z 4 Mountain View, CA 94042 E V ED MAC '+e" ,•� ) O 415 967-7211 ® = . DESIGNATED AS A I Department: Ci ty Cl erk BI-CENTENNIAL CITY May 9, 1977 I i i Mr. Daniel G. Wendin President Mid-Peninsula Regional Park District 745 Distel Drive Los Altos, CA 94022 Dear Mr. Wendin: i I Enclosed is a certified copy of Resolution No. 11477 and Reso- lution No. 11478 adopted by the Mountain View City Council on April 11, 1977 expressing its objection to the name change of the District which does not reflect the concept as represented to the voters and the fact that the City was not specifically notified of the proposed name change. Yours truly, Cal_ Alice RoylancLv City Clerk AR/z F/A17 Enclosure I i i 4 I l CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW RESOLUTION NO. 11477 SERIES 1977 A RESOLUTION STATING COUNCIL NOT IN FAVOR OF NAME CHANGE TO MID PENINSULA OPEN SPACE DISTRICT The City Council of the City of Mountain View does hereby resolve: That the Council hereby states that it is not in favor of a name change to Mid Peninsula Open Space District because it would change the concept from what was represented to the voters when the name was first adopted. I Y The foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Mountain View duly held on the llth day of April, 1977 , by the following vote: AYES : Councilmembers Frosolone , Gordon, Lyon, Moss , Perez , Wilmuth and Mayor Allen NOES : None ABSENT: None NOT VOTING: None ATTEST : A.7P J� I ALICE RbYLANCE MATT EW A. A LEN CITY CLERK MAYOR 0 I� 1 do hereby ccr-.a,y th resolution was ;a.s3 d Crd by t�.9 City COUrCi l o: t tc� C;ty c. ;,�;�;,• ,. , , ti l•.�sv bold on c.f .AprJ-1.—D27 by tho for,a"C-L:�; va l'o. V City Clork City Of J Certified to be a True COPY of this Original f-/ .C%~C�='�-♦_ ..tee 7 y� CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW PESOLUT ION 1.10. 11.478 SERIES 1977 A RESOLUTION OBJECTING TO THE FACT CITY WAS NOT SPECIFICALLY ADVISED OF THE PROPOSED NAME CHANGE FROM MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT 12he City Council of the City of Mountain. View does hereby resolve : That it does hereby express its objection to the fact that the City was not specifically advised of the proposed name change from Mid Peninsula Regional Park District. The foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted at a Regular Meeting of the Citv Council of the City of Mountain View duly held on the llth day of April , 1977 , by the following vote : AYES : Councilmembers Frosolone , Gordon, Lyon , Perez , Wilmuth and Mayor Allen NOES : Council:-re:ul"ie Moss ABSENT : None NOT VOTING: None ATTEST: APP O, I ,,��'�' ✓,vim✓� c �L- CE ROYLA�CE MA 'f . ALL N CITY CLERK MAYOR r I do hereby cerirify that t1, reso?ut"go., was ;'au.3-- I _ .. la Regular ''^ Apri1 1977 .;i �.•iuLe{ t N1011".-On j'i<�w y Certified to be a True Copy of the Original c�a►ram- AA_ -77-27 (Meeting 77-15, Agenda item No. 2) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT REPORT May 5, 1977 TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager SUBJECT: Proposed Addition to the North Foothills Open Space Preserve (Leonheart Property) Introduction: The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has been offered an opportunity to purchase 10 acres of land in the Adobe Creek watershed near Page Mill Road as a non- contiguous addition to the160 acre North Foothill Open Space Preserve which lies 3/4 miles to the north. The property is totally undeveloped, has no roads or structures and is adjacent to Hidden Villa Ranch, City of Palo Alto lands and other natural lands which afford a wilderness-like setting. A. Description of the Site. (1) Size, Location and Boundaries. The rectangular- shaped 10 acre parcel is situated on the western fork of Adobe Creek within the City of Palo Alto. It is bounded by a 79 acre parcel belonging to the City of Palo Alto to the south, Hidden Villa to the east and private holdings to north and west The existing North Foothills Open Space Preserve lies approximately 3/4 miles to the north, the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve 1/4 mile to the, southeast and Los Trancos Open Space Preserve 1/4 mile to the west. (2) Topography, Geology and Soils. The site is located on a moderately steep hillside culminating in the western fork of Adobe Creek which passes through a corner of the property. Elevation ranges from 1,600 feet at the canyon bottom to 1, 870 at the eastern border. The San Andreas Rift Zone runs at an angle to the property and is located 3/4 miles to the south- west. R-77-27 Page 2 Soils are mapped as being of the Los Gatos-Maymen Association, which is characterized by very shallow soils, low fertility, very high erosion hazard and very rapid runoff. (3) Vegetation and Wildlife. Three vegetative types are represented on the property. The hillside is generally covered with dense chamise-sagebrush chaparral with scattered oaks. The moist creek canyon supports lush riparian woodland, and open grassland is found on the western half of the property. Wildlife associated with this mixture of environ- ments away from roads and residential development would include bobcat, coyote, raccoon, mule deer, hawks and numerous species of birds. B. Planning Considerations. The property is contained within the City of Palo Alto and is in the Open Space Zone, which allows various open space uses as well as single family residences on a 10 acre minimum lot. Additional planning policies regarding the property include the Santa Clara County Monte Bello Ridge Mountain Area Plan showing it in permanent open space, and Santa Clara County' s Scenic Roads and Highways Element of its General Plan showing Page Mill Road as part of a scenic arterial route and the proposed acquisition as part of the scenic corridor. The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space interim Master Plan evaluation, which rates lands according to various open space values, shows the property as scoring highest in the following categories: wilderness experience and scenic backdrop. It scores in the second to the highest ranking for view from scenic roads and highways, wildlife protection, low intensity recreation and composite open space value. C. Relationship to Regional Trail Plan. The draft MROSD T-r-a-111s Task Force Map does not show any regional trails on the proposed acquisition. D. Potential Use and Management. Since the site presently has limited access and is bordered on three sides by private holdings, active use would be very limited. The property' s primary function would be as scenic viewshed for Page Mill Road and undisturbed wildlife habitat for the protection of animal species that require a remote environment. -2- R-77-27 Page 3 E. Interim Use and Management Recommendations. The current level of very limited use by hikers should be allowed to continue and not encouraged to increase because of the fragile, pristine and protected nature of the Adobe Creek watershed. Long term recommendations will be made when the use and management plan for the existing North Foothills Open Space Preserve is reviewed or upon acquisition of additional properties in the Adobe Creek watershed. F. Name. Since the Board and staff are currently reviewing the planning process and naming policies, no permanent name is being recommended at this time. If acquired, the parcel can be described as the former Leonheart property of the North Foothills Open Space Preserve (unofficial name) . G. Terms. Title to subject property is vested in four individuals. The combined interests have been offered to the District for $12,000 cash, payable at close of escrow. This price is consistent with independent valuation data obtained by the District. H. Recommendation. It is recommended that the Board approve the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Authorizing Exercise of Option to Purchase Real Property, Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute any and all other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (North Foothills Open Space Preserve Addition - Leonheart Property) . It is further recommended that the Board approve the interim use & management recommendations contained in this report. -3- 6 R 77-27 Page 4 �;,� it x.x a . G3 1.3 .6 0 �q�'A f � q> I p No PROPOSED ADDITION TO I zk` 5 ,9=14 �s ,, Los +'` 8?� NORTH FOOTHILLS Altos OPEN SPACE PRESERVE � __ =f"°� Los Altos �"i gtl 5 � MounUtaptwn .7 .z t 3 a Yiew 7 'mooPARK 1 S� 'y n..•r[1 �p 3 Tjf \! 100V `1 a° 26 } North Foothills O. S. P. ' S4 Proposed addition to r North Foothills O.S.P. 1 i ISOU Los Trancos O. S P. - /Ls/ ?`4� tl 7�0 �N ^� � ` •^d � .ice ,1 ' C � ' Acquisition in progress �`��.�\_ jv N. 2 g- II NORTH FOOTHILLS 4. \ ,'.. l OPEN SPACE PRESERVE 21 .`\�, d ;N a L O T R A N C O S br ,- )� =N SPACE PRESERVE ...,. ...-- � . .. . ! ,..'4 r�- .rf4.--.-►L���r/vM4►/�F{t`{ Iry� H%.FI�H1Y'+ R 77-27 Page 5 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING EXERCISE OF OPTION TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY, AUTHORIZING OFFICER TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT TO DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY OR APPROPRI- ATE TO CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION (NORTH FOOT- HILLS OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - LEONHEART PROPERTY) The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does resolve as follows: Section One. The Board of Directors of the Midpen- insula Regional Open Space District does hereby accept the offer contained in that certain Option to Purchase Real Property between Gladys Leonheart, James N. Harry and Barbara J. Harry, and Myrtle A. Emerson and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District dated May 13, 1977, and authorizes the President to execute the agreement on behalf of the District. Section Two. The President of the Board or other appropriate officer is authorized to execute a certificate of acceptance to any deed granting title to said property. Section Three. The General Manager of the District is authorized to execute any and all other documents in escrow necessary or appropriate to the closing of the trans- action. m-77-55 Al. or v (Meeting 77-14 ,k 'WOOF Agenda item No. 7) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT MEMORANDUM April 12 , 1977 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Organizational Use Subcommittee, E. Shelley, K. Duffy, N. Hanko SUBJECT: Report and Recommendations of the Organizational Use Subcommittee Discussion: The District' s present stated policy allows for use of the District lands consistent with the financial con- straints imposed by the limited Land Management budget and the protection of the environmental characteristics of the lands. At present we have no specific policies on extended use (as opposed to short-term use) of District properties by organi- zations. One of the potential advantages of encouraging such use is that use by organizations such as the city recreation departments and youth groups will serve a segment of the Dis- trict citizens that would otherwise not be likely to benefit directly from the District' s preservation of open space. An- other potential advantage is that by requiring organizations to provide their own supervision, clean-up, liability insurance, etc. a large number of individuals will be able to benefit from the District' s open space at a minimum per-capita cost to the District. It should be noted that there are also some potential disad- vantages of organizational use of District properties. Even though the per-capita cost to the District is expected to be low, there may be significant cost to the District in terms of increased liability insurance and staff time devoted to liaison with and coordinating of these programs. Due to the potential popularity of such programs , the demand on the Dis- trict may exceed its capabilities within the financial and other constraints. This could lead to difficulties in main- taining equitable opportunity for all segments of the District. In order to fairly distribute the benefits throughout the District, a priority scheme may be required. AA. MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT ORGANIZATIONAL USE POLICY Adopted by Board May 25, 1977 I. Policy Statement: The District will encourage utilization of the District lands and structures by organizations consis- tent with: 1) Financial constraints imposed by the Board adopted limits on the Land Management budget; 2 The protection of the physical and environmen- tal characteristics of the District properties; and 3) The protection of the quality of the experience by those who use the District properties. Restrictions on organizations: 1) Any organization desiring to use the District' s resources should be required to be non-discrim- inatory. Allowance may be made for those limi- tations based on residence, age and sex as might be set forth in city recreation programs. 2) organizational use should relate to the open space characteristics of the District' s properties. Sig- nificant modifications to District properties will not be permitted unless they are compatible with the long-term use and management plans for the site involved. 3) Commitment to organizations should be for limited periods so as not to restrict severely the District' s options and to minimize the possibility of inequit- able benefit to other organizations as the program develops. The commitments must, however, be of sufficient duration to permit organizations to amortize their investments in possible developments and also to provide sufficient time for organiza- tions to reorganize their programs if District fac- ilities are reduced or withdrawn. Priorities for Organizational Use: Due to the constraints dis- cussed in the text, it will not be possible to satisfy the de- sires and requirements of all deserving organizations. The following list of priorities in approximate order of significance should serve to equitably distribute the limited facilities and services. Organizational Use Policy Page two 1) Financial impact considerations on Land Management budget must receive high priority. A fee structure reflecting the adopted priorities may be desirable in the implementation of an organizational use program. 2) Organizations serving constituents within the District should be given priority over organizations serving cit- izens outside the District. 3) Priority should be given to organizations that will utilize the unique open space character of the District properties. 4) Public agencies should be given priority over private organizations. 5) Priority should be given to organizations that serve segments of the District population not otherwise direct- ly served by the District. 6) Educational organizations particularly those oriented toward environmental education should be given preference. 77-80 .eeting 77-15, Agenda item No. 3) . low MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT MEMORANDUM May 20, 1977 TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager SUBJECT: Use and Management Plan for Picchetti Property Attached is a report (R-77-29) dated May 19 , 1977 from the Land Manager to me regarding the proposed Use and Management Plan for the Picchetti Ranch. It is recommended that the Board approve the Negative Decla- ration for the Use and Management Plan and the recommendations contained within the report. ,A- R-77-29 (Meeting 77-15 • Agenda Item No. 3) Owe MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT RE-PORT May 19 , 1977 TO: H. Grench, General Manager FROM: J. Olson, Land Manager SUBJECT: Use and Management Plan for the Picchetti Ranch Introduction: The Board of Directors of the District approved acquisition of the 200 acre Picchetti Ranch on July 14 , 1976 . The District took formal title to the property on December 15, 1976 and possession on March 15 , 1977 . Site Description: The property lies in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains close to the City of Cupertino. The major protion of the site is situated on the southern and eastern side of Monte Bello Road with a small area on the northern side. Top- ography varies from gentle ridges and knolls to narrow canyons and highly unstable hillsides. Biotic communities include oak woodland, chaparral, grassland, orchard, and riparian corridors along several creeks that feed into Stevens Creek Reservoir. Prior to acquisition by the District, the site was used as a ranch and vineyard operated by four generations of the Vincenzo Picchetti family, who emigrated from Italy and settled on the property in the 1870 's. Approximately 10 acres of property is developed and includes a winery and two houses dating from the late 18001s. Before acquisition, the orchard area was grazed by cattle, and horses were boarded at the barnyard. Summary of Interim Use and Management: Interim use and manage-� ment policies adopted in July, 1976 called for the site to be open to individuals gaining access from the nearby County park, keeping all buildings as "off limits" , phasing out the horse boarding operation and discontinuing cattle grazing because of poor range quality resulting from the preceding season of low rainfall. Recommendations: See the attached map for location of the items discussed below. A. Access. Hikers and equestrians will be able to gain entry to the site at the parking area. Neighborhood hiking and equestrian access will be provided as necessary. R-77-29 Page two B. Parking. An eight to ten car parking area, defined by split rail fencing, should be developed at an existing turn- out along Stevens Canyon Road for use by individuals without permit. A turnout of comparable size located directly across the road could accommodate overflow from the designated parking area. A group parking area accommodating 10 cars for use by permit-holders should be designated outside the developed en- trance to the site. Under unusual circumstances, group park- ing for 25 additional cars could be provided at the site of the former riding ring. C. Recreational Use by Individuals. That portion of the site own on the attached map as open for low intensity recreation- al use should not require permits of individuals who can gain access via the parking area. That portion of the site which contains structures should remain closed to general public use until the area is secured from safety hazards and a plan for restoration and/or interpretational use has been developed. D. Use by Groups. Permits should be issued at staff discretion for use of the closed area by organized groups, such as art clubs, whose use entails observation of only the exterior of the buildings. E. Agricultural Use. It is anticipated that a grazing plan will be prepared during 1977. Upon completion of the plan, cattle will likely be reinstated to the orchard area with specific requirements stated in the plan and an associated lease empha- sizing environmental protection. Simultaneously with the grazing study, investigation should be made into the possibility of reintroducing vineyards on the abandoned terraces. While the major portion of the orchards appears to be beyond the production age, it is possible that a small section of pear trees could be maintained. The feasibility of tending this small orchard should be studied. The remainder should be left as a part of the landscape to die off naturally. The informal agreement with a neighboring winery regarding grape production on the one-acre vineyard should continue to apply until the comprehensive agricultural plan is comple- ted, at which time a lease agreement would most likely apply. F. Environmental Education. The Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Cupertino should be allowed to conduct a day camp program on the property from the end of July through August. In contrast to the program at Permanente Creek, this one will be conducted on a much smaller scale and simply in- volve use of the area, without a resident naturalist. Activ- ities would include several overnight outings as well as the day program, with weekends scheduled for families. Nature L R-77-29 Page three interpretive walks, crafts, games and folklore would be a part of the activities. No structures would be used except for storage of equipment. G. Structures. See the attached plot plan for location of the following structures : (1) Yellow house built in 1886 , in fair condition. (2) Detached laundryroom, which once housed a stone oven for baking bread, in poor condition. (3) old house built in the mid 1870 ' s in poor condition. (4) winery, finished in 1897 , is structurally in good condition, but the cellar is badly permeated with fungus and mildew. (5) Barn, adjacent to the winery, in fair condition, used for storage of equipment and for wine fermen- tation. A split roof beam should be replaced to keep the roof secure. (6) A blacksmith shop, containing a brick kiln, in poor condition. (7) A garage in fair condition. (8) A barn with six to eight tie stalls , tack room and large hay storage area, in fair condition. (9) A two story hay barn, in a dilapidated condition with a collapsed roof. (10) Group of bird coops in poor condition. (11) Fruit dehydrator in a dilapidated condition. (12) Miscellaneous storage sheds, bird coops, and horse stalls in poor condition. The following structures should be removed since they are in a deteriorated condition, represent safety hazards and are of no use to the District : (1) Hay barn. (2) Fruit dehydrator. (3) Bird coops and horse stalls. R-77-29 Page four For the short term, all structures should be securely locked and minor safety improvements made. A caretaker should be established in the residence, which should have plumbing and heating improvements made while keeping the basic character of the house unchanged. Before the next review period, staff should investigate altern- ative sources of funding for restoration and operation of the barnyard, winery and residence portion of the site. After this study, long term recommendations could be made as to possible interpretational use of the site, for example , a small farming operation or conducting tours of a non-operational historic winery. H. Roads and Trails Within the Site. The existing unsurfaced road that extends from the houses through the orchard should be maintained as a patrol road. A trail system should be established using existing roads and an old roadbed where feasible, with some new construction required (see map) . I. Fencing, Gates and Stiles. Vehicle guardrail and/or wood rail fencing should be I-ni-s-t-a-l-led, possibly in cooperation with the County, on the portion of the site that is located on the north- ern side of Monte Bello Road. This fence would be installed for safety reasons and to discourage dumping activity which has been heavy in the past. Woodrail fencing should be installed at the parking area with a hiking stile located at the trailhead. Equestrian access will be provided if necessary, Approximately 500 feet of perimeter splitrail fencing should be installed at possible entry points to restrict vehicle access. Existing perimeter fencing should be maintained where necessary. Any improvements to interior existing fencing would be associa- ted with the lease for cattle grazing. Exact details regarding fencing would be identified in the leases. J. Signing. A major sign identifying the Preserve and the District 'ii-hould be placed at the Stevens Canyon Road parking area. To facilitate site location by permit holders , a street sign "131001, should be placed at the group parking area on Monte Bello Road. K. Debris Cleanup. The major debris areas shown on the attached map should be given high priority for cleanup. An attempt should be made to remove debris in Swiss Creek, although access is limited and the steep terrain may prove too restrictive to accomplish the cleanup in this area. L. Information Sheet. Upon implementation of the use and manage- ment Ol an, _a_n-_'i_nTormation sheet containing a map and descrip- tion of the site should be developed, R-77-29 Page five M. Costs. Securing buildings $2,000 Removal of structures 2 ,000 Parking area improvement 2 ,000 Trail construction 2 ,000 Fencing 3 ,000 Gates 1,500 Signs 1,500 Cleanup 1,500 Improvements to caretaker residence including improvement of water system - up to 10 ,000 TOTAL $25 ,500 N. Implementation of Plan. It is anticipated that the physical improvement recommendations contained in this plan would be accomplished within the next two calendar years. First prior- ity should be given to cleanup for the day camp which would begin in late June of 1977. Parking area improvement and trail construction should be given second priority, to be completed by approximately June of 1978 . O. Compliance of Recommendations with CEQA. Of the proposed actions included in the use and management plan, the following are categorically exempt from the requirement for the prepara- tion of an Initial Study, Negative Declaration or Environmental Impact Report: structure demolition under Article 8, Section 15101, Class 1; installation of signs and construction of park- ing area under Article 8, Section 15111, Class 11 of the Cali- fornia Environmental Quality Act. For a discussion of non-exempt projects and proposed mitigation measures, see the attached Initial Study. P. Name. It appears that the most suitable name would be the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve/Picchetti Ranch Area. However, the recommendation of staff is to defer from naming the site at this time until the Board Site Naming Subcommittee can deter- mine whether this name would be consistent with the Board site naming policy. Q. Acknowledgements. The staff wishes to acknowledge the assis- tance of the Picchetti family, Marybelle Cody and Gayle Riggs (MROSD docents) , in the preparation of this report. R. Recommendation: It is recommended that the Board approve the attache Negative Declaration, and that the Board adopt the use and management plans contained in this report. JO:pl Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Initial Study PART I A. Name , location, and brief description of project : Use and Manaa=ent Plan for the Mgnte Bello Open Space rye Picchetti Ranch Area which calls for the establishment of a trail system using existing roads and trails and which would involve clearing an old road- bed of encroaching vegetation to a sufficient width for an equestrian and hiking trail with some new construction. B. A Description of the environmental setti ng: g Situated in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains close to the City of Cupertino, the site contains oak woodland, chaparral, grass- land, orchard and riparian corridors. C. The project is/is not compatible with existing zoning and general plans. If not, please explain below: The project is compatible with existing zoning and general plans. D. For identification environmental effects, see attached checklist. (PART II) E. For a discussion of any potential significant effects and ways to mitigate them, if any, see attached sheets. F. Recommended Action: X Negative Declaration Environmental Impact Report G. Persons who prepared this Initial Study: Cynthia DiGiovanni, Environmental Date: May 4, 1977 Analyst, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District H. Name and Address of proponent: Midpeninsula Regional Open _Space District, 745 Distel Dr. , Los Altos, CA 94022 Page two PART II Identification of Environmental Impacts : (Explanations of "yes and "maybe" answers are included on attached sheets) 1. Geology. Will the project: YES MAYBE NO a. result in an increase in wind or water erosion of soils, either on or off site? X b. be located on or adjacent to a known earthquake fault? X C. disrupt the soil causing substantial erosion, silta- tion or land sliding. X d. cause destruction or modif- ication of any unique gologic feature? X 2. Water. Will the project: a. be located in a known flood plain? X b. involve alteration(s) of a streamcourse or body of surface water? X C. change the quantity of .ground waters either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an acquifer by cuts or excava- tions? X d. change_ absorption rates , drainage patterns , or the rate and amount of surface water runoff? X e. involve discharge into; or alteration of, any surface water resulting in reduced water quality, including but not limited to, increased turbidity or dissolved oxygen? X 3. Air. Will the project result in: a. substantially increased air emissions or deterioration of ambient air quality? X Age three YES MAYBE NO b. the creation of objectionable odors? X C. alteration of air movement, moisture or temperature, or any change in local or re- gional climate? X d. the creation of dust smoke or fumes or the application of potentially hazardous ma- terials such as herbicides or pesticides? X 4. Plant and Animal Life. Will the project: a. result in the removal or dis- turbance of any rare or endangered plant or animal? X b. reduce the acreage of any ag- ricultural crop? X C. result in the removal of substantial amounts of vegetation? X d. alter the ecological balance of an environment unit, either on or off site? X e. significantly affect a breeding, feeding, or Nesting area? X f. change the diversity or numbers of any. species of plant or animal? 5. Natural Resources. Will the project : a. involve the removal or depletion of on-site rock, sand, gravel , trees, oil or minerals? X 5. Permit Application_ Will the project: a. require the approval of any federal , state, regional or local agency or district? If yes, list. below: X County of Santa Clara for parking area along Stevens Canyon Road 7 . Noise . Will the project : a. increase ambient noise levels, either on or off-site? X Page four •� 8. Circulation/Traffic. Will the project: YES MAYB E N P J O a. generate substantial additional traffic in the area? X b. generate the use of off-road vehicles of any kind excepting ranger patrol vehicles? - X C. require alterations to present circulation patterns? X d. have substantial impact on existing road systems? X e. effect existing parking facilities or create a demand for new parking facilities? X j f. increase traffic hazards for motor vehicles.? bicyclists pedestrians? X 9 . Public Services _ Will the project: a. substantially affect a public water supply or sewage disposal system? X b. result in a need for increased fire or police protection? X C. cause groundwater pollution as a result of new septic systems? X d. require the expansion or extension of any public utility? X e. require any public service currently operating at or near capacity? X 10 _ Energy. Will the project: a. cause the use of substantial amounts of fuel or energy? X 11. Land Use. Will the project: a. result in substantial land use changes that would adversley affect the population either on or off site? • X b. serve to encourage development of presently undeveloped areas , or increase development intensity of already developed areas? X C. vary from adopted an community or county policy. X f, 1 ' MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT i NEGATIVE DECLARATION Title of Project Tice and Managpmentt Plan fnr the Mnn -c- RP-�1 1 o Open Space Preserve Picchetti Ranch Area. Description of Project The Plan calls for the site to be open for hiking and equestrian use, improvement of an existi-rq road- side turnout for parking, demolition of several deteriorated ranch buildings and establishment of a trail system. The undersigned member of the Midpeninsula Regional Park Dis- trict finds that the above project has no significant impact on the environment . 5/4/77 Date // Staff Me ber Reasons for Finding All projects except trail construction are exempt as not representing the potential for significant environ- mental impact under the California Environmental Quality Act. Vie trail system will be constructed under the supervision of a trail construction contractor. A 7-10% grade will be used and routing will avoid the unnecessary removal of vege- tation. Preparation of Study or Environmental Assessment By Cynthia DiGiovanni, Environmental Analyst A copy of the Study or Environmental Aseessment is available at the offices of the Midpeninsula Regional Park District , 745 Distel Drive, Los Altos, California. A copy of this Negative Declaration shall be posted at the District office on the fol- lowing dates: May 20, 21, 22, 23 , 24 , 25 Date Dis Eific Cl rk age five YES MAYBE No d. involve lands currently protected under the Williamson Act or an open - space easemient? X 12. Sociocultural. Will the project _ a. result in an alteration of an historic, archeological or paleontological site, structure, object? X b. require the relocation of people or businesses currently on site? X C. obstruct scenic views or create I an esthetically offensive site? g Potential Significant Effects* and Mitigation Measures Checklist Item (4c) Removal of vegetation - The trail system will be constructed under the supervisi-on of an experienced trail construction contractor. A 7-10% grade will be used and routing will avoid the unnecessary removal of vegetation. Item Uld) : Williamson Act - No actions proposed in this plan are contrary to provisions�,.of the Williamson Act. I *Mlandatory Findings of Significance all listed in Section 15802 and Appendix G of the State Guidelines. Gra vel .\ �,•: ��'-;\f. �,s.0 f �- f. ���. n s i Off i � :,�V sl NOT 'I'i.•\ `/800. __/ \ �1_ � ��� �1` J�i^ rYr �.f� \p ,l r�� �'���\� I �\�k V �/ 1-�� \ ` ,� �� ' >��'��ry�+ � � " � �i �!L-1 , � •^ `Mf C f %• G iJ / ���J! �������e� � 1 ( � �� p� 'jl;. s,9es , r KEY �, �� _ • PARKING AREA O GROUP PARKING AREA Jf= CLOSED AREA 8 DEBRIS AREA y ,- ;6 '&�ereeo 1 AI,10 ---- PATROL ROAD ONLY `_ � (r ` ;` .2` ` ' ' a�.6�•N� -nE�» w1 PATROL ROAD & TRAIL �1�, .,� n=>n "loGa s TRAIL SHOWN 1� \ ' tee•",.�,m SCHEMATICALLY 7 RES. ft Hrs.a�m 4 C ImOeta Park Redwood. MONTEBELLO OPEN SPACE PRESERVE ) �, 25 4.� PICCHETTI PLOT PLAN KEY RIDING BELLO ' RING STRUCTURES TO BE REMOVED LAUNDRYj ; i PROPOSED CARETAKER RESIDENCE ROOM GATE I ; _ ., GROUP PARKING AREA FRUIT ; DEHYDRATOR,. - ! YELLOW - - - - SPECIAL OCCASION GROUP ! HOUSE 1. ® PARKING AREA i I , I ! BIRD - COOPS AVIARY; EUCALYPTUS,, ` !INCINERATOR, Z ' TREE f OLD GARDEN j , f I yes � • � ' i :HOUSE �BLACKSMITHS SHOP GARAGE — STORAGE6 ,� FERMENTING _SHED SHED OLD 'TACK ROOM_ BARN `'S CON---rVE— "-I FEk UNIs �—.� COLLAPSED I SHED ct ❑ o ❑ - - - --"� _ ! -- HORSE STALLS I Revised C-77-11 May 25, 1977 Meeting 77-15-: MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT C L A I M S Amount Name Description 3131 $540.00 E. R. Sheehan Trail Work-Saratoga Gap 86.80 Arne Advertising Agency Decals-Name Change 13133 191. 55 Alvord & Ferguson Field Supplies-Uniforms '3134 139. 55 Techni-Graphics, Inc. Printing-Envelopes i3135 551.82 Xerox Corporation Duplicating Expense 3136 42. 33 Image Technology, Inc. maps & Mapping 3137 69.00 Linda Newberry Appliance Parts & Supplies 3138 23 . 64 Red' s Sharpening Service Maint. & Repair-Field Equipment 3139 203 .35 Steve Kunin Professional Services-Fremont Older 3140 74. 60 Best Products Co. , Inc. Slide Library-Film 3141 9 .05 Pargas of San Jose Utilities-Fremont Older 3142 4 .63 University Art Center Maps & Mapping 3143 47 .17 P. G. & E. Utilities-Permanente Creek 3144 316 .73 Valley Reproduction Services Maps & Mapping !3145 88.74 Edward Shelley Out of Town meeting Expense 3146 17 . 89 Nanette Hanko Telephone & Office Supplies 3147 10. 00 Menlo-Atherton Recorder Subscription 3148 113 . 83 Suburban Newspaper Publications Advertising 3149 994.20 Four Point Rents Equipment Rental-Field 3150 269 . 03 Shell Oil Co. District Vehicle Expense 3151 250.00 CPC/ Save-A-Bee Removal of Bees 3152 31. 69 Dick Bruhn, Inc. Field Supplies-Uniforms 3153 301.07 Arne Sign & Decal Inc. Decals-Name Change 3154 50. 00 West Valley Community College Managing the Search Function Course-Eric Mart 3156 2,100.00 Rogers, Vizzard & Tallett Professional Services 3157 2,700.00 E. R. Sheehan Trail Work-Black Mountain 3158 417. 13 Lee Whipple Legal Services 3167 25.00 Anne Crosley Wage & Salary Survey 3160 92.24 Richard S. Bishop Out of Town Meeting Expense 3161 87 . 24 Barbara Green Out of Town Meeting Expense 13162 44 .19 Herbert Grench Meal Conferences # Amount Name Description ['3163 $ 121.94 Birnie Lumber & Fence Co. Operating & Maint-Los Tranco,.-.s 13164 25.56 Calla Sign Co. Operating & Maint-Los Tranco­ 3165 19. 17 Foster Bros. Security Systems Field Supplies-Keys 31-66 54 . 99 Herbert Grench Out of Town Meeting CPRS/NRPA Conference 3168 193 .01 Mobil Oil Corporation District Vehicle Expense , 3169 26 .74 Patton Bros. , Inc. Operating & Maintenance Permanente Creek ! 3170 477 .41 Hawkins-Hawkins Co. , Inc. Signs-Los Trancos 13171 15.00 Sorensen Signs Lettering Window 3172 3. 95 NRPA, Publication Sales Library 3173 250 . 00 Joe O'Connor Moving Expense Saratoga Gap 3174 372 .70 Alco Paramount Electronic Corp. Electra Scanner 3175 30. 63 Western Fire Equipment Co. Field Supplies 3176 195.00 San Francisco Newspaper Co. Advertising 3177 38 .05 Robert Garcia Diesel Fuel & Pargas Service 3178 500,000.00 First American Title Guaranty Co.Purchase Nellis Property 3179 146 .00 Petty Cash Equipment Rental, Training, Private Vehicle, Field Suppli,:, Office Supplies & Meal Conferences 3180 852. 50 Paul E. Nowack Map Preparation Replaces check #2984 (April 13 , 1977 Claims)