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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-5500
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
7 : 30 P.M. 201 San Antonio Circle
Wednesday Suite C-135
February 10 , 1988 A G E N D A Mountain View, CA
(7 : 30) * ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (January 27 , 1988)
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public**
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
BOARD BUSINESS
(7 : 45) 1 . Final Accounting for the 1987 Promissory Note Acquisition
Fund and Preliminary Accounting for the 1988 Note Project
Fund -- M. Foster
(7 : 50) 2 . Interim Use and Management Plan for La Honda Creek Open
Space Preserve -- D. Hansen
(8 : 20) 3 . Amended Guidelines Regarding Distribution of Brochures From
Other Organizations on the District Preserves -- M. Hale
(8 : 30) 4 . Basic Policy Workshop Follow-Up Process -- K. Duffy
(9 :00) 5. Director Attendance at Special Park District Forum
H. Grench
(9 : 05) 6 . City of Mountain View Recreation Department Letter Regarding
Impacts on Deer Hollow Farm -- D. Hansen
(9 : 25) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff
CLAIMS
CLOSED SESSION (Land Negotiation, Litigation, and Personnel
Matters)
ADJOURNMENT
*Times are estimated, and items may appear earlier or later than listed.
Agenda is subject to change of order.
** TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: When an item you 're concerned with appears on the
agenda, the Chair will invite you to address the Board at that time; on
other matters you may address the Board under Oral Communications. An
alternative is to comment to the Board by a Written Communication, which
the Board appreciates. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3
minutes. When recognized, please begin by stating your name and address.
We request that you fill out the form provided so that your name and
address can be accurately included in the minutes.
NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETING
The Legislative Committee of the Board will meet at 7: 30 P.M. , Tuesday,
February 9 at the District Office. The public is invited to attend.
The minutes of the meeting
were approved as corrected,
II. APPROVA
L OF MINUTES
A. January 27 , 1988
N. Hanko noted that Section II (Approval of Minutes for the
Meeting of January 13 , 1988) should be corrected to reflect that
the date for the minutes noted in the correction should be
December 23 , 1987 rather than December 8 , 1987 .
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board approve the minutes of
January 27 , 1988 as corrected. E. Shelley seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Meeting 88-02
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-5500
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
January 27 , 1988
MINUTES
I. ROLL CALL
President Katherine Duffy called the meeting to order at
7 : 34 P.M.
Members Present: Richard Bishop, Teena Henshaw, Edward
Shelley, Katherine Duffy, Gerry Andeen, Nonette Hanko, and
Robert McKibbin.
Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton,
David Hansen, Mary Hale, Jean Fiddes, James Boland, Del
Woods , Michael Foster, Stanley Norton, and Doris Smith.
II . APPROVAL OF MINUTES
January 13 , 1988
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board approve the
minutes of January 13, 1988 . E. Shelley seconded
the motion. N. Hanko requested that the minutes
be corrected to state that T. Henshaw, rather than
N. Hanko, had abstained from the vote to approve
the December 8 , 1987 minutes . K. Duffy and E.
Shelley agreed to include the correction. The
motion passed 7 to 0 to approve the minutes as
corrected.
III. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
D. Smith stated that the Board had received a letter, dated
January 18 , 1988 , from Harry H. Haeussler, Jr. , 1094
Highland Circle, Los Altos, requesting that the District
fulfill the voters ' expectations of development of a park
district. She stated that a draft response prepared by
staff for Board consideration accompanied his letter. K.
Duffy stated that the draft response was approved by Board
consensus and should be sent to Mr. Haeussler.
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The Board also received a letter dated January 10 , 1988 from
Paula Bettencourt, Carolyn Knudtson, and Mary Gilman of the
City of Mountain View Recreation Department expressing
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Herbert Grench,General Manager;Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Edward Shelley,Nanette Hanko,Gerry Andean,Richard Bishop
Meeting 88-02 Page Two
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concerns and suggestions regarding runners , bicyclists and
dogs at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. D. Smith
stated that a draft response prepared by staff had been
attached to the letter. T. Henshaw stated that she was
concerned about waiting to take action on the issues
discussed in the letter until the upcoming review and
workshop for the Rancho San Antonio Comprehensive Use and
Management Plan tentatively scheduled for August 1988 .
Following further discussion, T. Henshaw requested that the
Written Communication be placed on the next agenda for
discussion and that the response letter to the Mountain View
staff reflect this information.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Gibson Anderson, 19571 Farwell Avenue, Saratoga,
representing Responsible Organized Mountain Peddlers,
thanked the Board for what the District has done for
mountain bicyclists . He requested access for
bicyclists to the Mt. Umunhum area between Kennedy Road
and Lexington Reservoir.
V. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
K. Duffy stated that the agenda was adopted by Board
consensus.
VI . BOARD BUSINESS
A. Issuance of 1988 Variable Rate Demand Notes
(Report R-88-13 of January_ 19, 1988)
M. Foster highlighted portions of the staff report,
noting that the sale of the notes was scheduled for
completion by February 11 , 1988 . He said that the
cost of issuance of the notes stated in his report
should be increased by $35, 000 due to an underestimate
of legal, printing and rating fees. He introduced
Carlo Fowler and Mary Collins of Orrick, Herrington and
Sutcliffe, the District' s Bond Counsel , and Doug
Cherchenko, from Prudential-Bache Capital Funding. N.
Hanko said that the date the District expanded its
boundaries should be July 7 , 1976, rather than 1986, as
stated on page 24 of the Preliminary official
Statement.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-03, a Resolution of the Board
of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District Authorizing the Issuance
of $12, 500, 000 Aggregate Principal Amount of
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Variable Rate Demand Notes , 1988 Series A,
Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of an
Indenture of Trust, a Purchase Contract, a
Remarketing Agreement, and a Letter of Credit
and Reimbursement Agreement and Other
Meeting 88-02 Page Three
Documents and Certificates Relating to Said
I Notes, and Approving the Official Statement
Relating to Said Notes . E. Shelley seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
B. Renewal of Investment Authority (Report R-88-04 of
January 14 , 1988)
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-04 , a Resolution of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Authorizing Certain Board Employees to Invest
Temporarily Idle Funds In Securities Allowed
by Government Code. E. Shelley seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
C. Guidelines Regarding Distribution of Brochures
From Other Organizations on the District ' s
Preserves f R-88- 1(Report Re
( p 1 o January20, 1988)
M. Hale summarized the staff report noting that the
District had received a request for permission to
distribute informational materials . She said that in
as much as this was a precedent-setting request, staff
had drafted suggested Interim Guidelines for Board
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consideration.
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N. Hanko stated that she was not prepared to support
the recommendation at this meeting and would prefer to
discuss it at the forthcoming workshop. She expressed
her concerns about members of the public being confused
by the different brochures that might be available at a
site.
Discussion focused on whether these additional
brochures would be confusing to the public. E. Shelley
suggested that this item might have a tentative
adoption with a second reading. He also stated that
these brochures should be clearly distinguishable from
District brochures to avoid confusion by the public.
G. Andeen said that he would not be in favor of
solicitation of funds *by other in brochures
groups
distributed on District sites . He suggested that the
Board approve each brochure individually. E. Shelley
stated, and R. Bishop concurred, that the primary
reason for allowing other organizations such as
Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) to promote their
activity would be because they are compatible with the
District and furthering the preservation of open space.
Further discussion centered on the qualifications for
selection of agencies as stated in guideline No. 1.
Audrey Rust, Executive Director of Peninsula Open Space
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Trust (POST) , explained the background for their
request to place a brochure at the PurisimA Creek
Redwoods Open Space Preserve. She said that POST needs
a way to be more supportive of District projects, and
would view brochures as a promotional piece to raise
funds for actual projects, as well as to recognize
their assistance in the development of the Preserve.
R. McKibbin said that since these would be interim
guidelines, he suggested that item No. 4 read,
"Brochures for District sites must be submitted to the
Board for approval before publication. "
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board tentatively
approve and adopt the guidelines as set forth
in the staff report with the guidelines to
come back to the Board for final approval.
K. Duffy seconded the motion.
Discussion: A. Rust proposed that there be a
review process after a specified period of
time. Dave Sutton, Director of the Trail
Center, said that he supported the concept of
distribution of brochures but that he had
concerns on how organizations providing
services could demonstrate the monetary
qualifications of the first guideline. H.
Grench responded that the criteria used would
be the same as for State or federal grants
where in-kind services , including volunteer
services , can be used as matching funds. B.
Jones stated that she was concerned with the
wording of the first guideline and its impact
on organizations like the Trail Center.
Motion to Amend: E. Shelley moved that the Board amend
guideline No. 1 to remove "a minimum of
$10 , 000 in" and replace it with
"substantial" . T. Henshaw seconded the
motion.
Discussion: R. Bishop spoke in favor of
leaving the $10 , 000 figure in the guidelines.
Mary Childress, P.O. Box 46, Loma Mar,
suggested the criteria for selection of
organizations might include 1) setting a
dollar amount for a planning area rather than
a preserve and 2) basing selection on
organizations that have furnished stewardship
of public lands , and she suggested that a
permanent type of glass-enclosed display case
be installed for the brochures .
Meeting 88-02 Page ,Six
Plan and Schedule for Review of Use and Management
Plans (Report 88-15 of January 21 , 1988)
D. Hansen stated that staff had received no public
comment on the report since the January 13 Board
meeting.
K. Duffy asked if it would be possible to accelerate
trail construction projects listed in the report. D.
Woods responded that he had recently met with POST and
San Mateo County representatives to try to find
alternatives to expedite trail construction, and two or
three potential contractors had been identified. K.
Duffy requested that staff return to the Board in six
months with an oral report on the progress that had
been made on ways to expedite trail building and work
forces involved.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt the
revised Relative Site Emphasis Plan and Use
and Management Plan Target Review Schedule as
contained in report R-88-10 and accept as a
general guideline the trail construction
schedule as contained in attachment "C" . T.
Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion
passed 7 to 0 .
E. Final Adoption of the Prelimina__=Use and Management
Plan for the Tax Deeded Property Addition to the
Saratoga. Gap Open Space Preserve (Report 88-12 of
January 20, 1988)
D. Hansen stated that staff had received no further
public comment on this property. K. Duffy requested
that staff include a statement in acquisition reports
as to when the Use and Management Plan for the entire
preserve to which the property was being added would
next be presented to the Board for review.
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt the
Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the
tax deeded property addition to the Saratoga
Gap Open Space Preserve, including the
naming, as contained in report R-87-69 and
indicate its intention to withhold the
property from dedication as public open space
at this time. R. McKibbin seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
President Duffy called a recess at 9 : 07 P.M. ; the Board
meeting reconvened at 9:15 P.M.
F. Appointment of Board Committees (Report 88-06 of
January 5, 1988)
Meeting 88-02 Page Five
e amend passed 4 to 3 on the
The motion to am n
following vote:
Ayes: E. Shelley, T. Henshaw, K. Duffy,
and R. McKibbin.
Noes : G. Andeen, R. Bishop, and N.
Hanko.
Motion to Amend: R. McKibbin moved that the Board
change guideline No. 4 to read, "Brochures
for District site distribution must be
submitted to the Board for approval before
publication. " N. Hanko seconded the motion.
Discussion: T. Henshaw stated that she would
be voting against the motion to amend because
she felt that it was not the Board' s
responsibility to review brochures. E.
Shelley stated his concurrence, adding that
he would support an additional requirement
whereby the Board would approve requests for
distribution.
The motion to amend failed to pass on a 3 to
4 vote.
Ayes : R. McKibbin, N. Hanko, and G. Andeen.
Noes: E. Shelley, T. Henshaw, R. Bishop, and
K. Duffy.
Motion to Amend: E. Shelley moved that the Board amend
the motion to approve of the guidelines in
principle with staff to return them to the
Board at the next meeting for approval. T.
Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion to
amend passed 7 to 0.
Motion to Amend: E. Shelley moved that the guidelines
be amended to include the requirement that
the request for distribution of brochures on
any specific site be brought to the Board for
approval . N. Hanko seconded the motion. The
motion to amend passed 7 to 0 .
Motion to Amend: N. Hanko moved that it be the
intention of the Board to include the
statement that funds requested by an
organization be spent on specific projects
mentioned in the brochure. The motion to
amend died for lack of a second.
The main motion passed 6 to 1 , with N. Hanko
voting against the motion.
D. Final Adoption of the Revised Relative Site Emphasis
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Motion: E. Shelley moved that the Board disband the
Skyline Boulevard Field Trip Follow-Up
Committee. R. Bishop seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7 to 0.
President Duffy said that T. Henshaw would continue to
serve on the "Ring Around the Bay" Advisory Committee.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board disband Ward 2
Vacancy Interview and Selection Process
Committee. E. Shelley seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board disband the La
Honda Creek Open Space Preserve Neighbor
Liaison Committee. T. Henshaw seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
G. Mid-Year Program Evaluation for 1987-1988 Fiscal Year
(Report 88-14 of January 19, 1988)
H. Grench reviewed the purpose of the mid-year
evaluation and he noted that the Communications Program
was the area that was most overextended due to added
workload that will prevent completion of some projects .
Aside from that, he stated that progress was very much
on track with the Action Plan.
C. Britton reviewed progress in the Open Space
Acquisition Program, and noted that a significant
amount of time had been spent working on the leases for
Picchetti and Fremont Older.
Kathy Kennedy-Miller, 16222 Skyline Boulevard,
Woodside, questioned when the Brown Act list would be
revised. H. Grench responded that staff was working on
revising the list using new microfiche data. He
reported that no properties had been discussed in
Closed Session that were not on the current list
without prior announcement.
D. Hansen said Open Space Management had made good
progress in completing its program goals, working
primarily to complete existing projects and major grant
development projects.
M. Hale said that the fourth draft of the Land
Acquisition Policy brochure had been completed and that
she anticipated it would be presented to the Board for
review next month.
J. Fiddes reported on progress in the General
Management and Program Support area, including several
staff functions that had been held.
Meeting 88-02 Page Seven
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board confirm her
appointment of Directors Hanko, Shelley and
Andeen to the Budget Committee for 1!988 . T.
Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion
passed 7 to 0. K. Duffy stated the Board' s
consensus that the Budget Committee should
handle discussions concerning Board
appointees ' salaries with them in behalf of
the Board.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board confirm her
appointment of Directors Henshaw, Bishop, and
McKibbin to the Legislative Committee for
1988 . T. Henshaw seconded the motion. The
motion passed 7 to 0 .
K. Duffy stated that the Open Space Management Budget
Committee would be retained until the Committee
completed its assignment. She said the Dog Committee
will continue with its same membership. She requested
that staff provide an informational review regarding
office space discussions and future activities in this
area. She said the Office Space Committee membership
would continue as is at the present time .
K. Duffy stated the Board' s consensus that the Public
Transportation Committee remain intact and that the
committee return to the Board with a report on its task
list and goals in six months.
President Duffy stated that the Picchetti Winery
Restoration Committee, the Thornewood Restoration
Review Committee, and the Fremont Older Adobe
Restoration Review Committee appointments would
continue as stated in the staff report.
Motion: E. Shelley moved that the Board disband the
' Santa Clara County .Parks and Recreation
Commission Liaison Committee. T. Henshaw
seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to
0 .
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board disband the
Stevens Canyon Trail Corridor Liaison
Committee. E. Shelley seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7 to 0.
K. Duffy appointed E. Shelley to the vacant position on
the Land Acquisition Policy Committee and directed that
the Committee return soon with a r'eport on developed
communities . She stated that N. Hanko had agreed to
continue to serve on .the Preservation 2020 Task Force
and appointed G. Andeen to serve with N. Hanko on the
Docent and Staff Recognition Committee.
Meeting 88-02 Page ,Ten
to discuss Board attendance at the Special District Forum in
Washington, D.C.
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K. Duffy questioned whether any Board members wanted to
attend the Special District Board Management Institute in
Santa Barbara at the end of February. R. McKibbin stated he
would be interested if he did not have a schedule conflict.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board authorize
necessary expenditures for R. McKibbin to
attend the Special District Management
Institute if it did not conflict with his
schedule. T. Henshaw seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7 to 0 .
E. Shelley reported on the current status of proposed
north Bayshore development in Mountain View, noting
that the Mountain View City Council had voted to delay
taking any action on the development until the new
Council members had been elected.
R. McKibbin reported on the neighborhood meetin
g that he
attended concerning parking at the end of St. Joseph' s
Avenue in Los Altos . He said that the residents want to
restrict all parking in that area to residents only.
K. Duffy requested updated Board and staff rosters.
D. Hansen reported on the heavy use at several of the
District sites on the previous Sunday. He also reported on
the recent meeting of the Bay Area Trails Council that he
attended.
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VIII.CLAIMS
Motion: E. Shelley moved that the Board approve Revised
Claims 88-02. N. Hanko seconded the motion. The
motion passed 7 to 0.
IX. CLOSED SESSION
S. Norton announced that litigation matters to be
discussed in Closed Session concerned two matters that
fell under Government Code Section 54956 .9 (b1) . The
Board recessed to Closed Session at 10 : 23 P .M.
X. ADJOURNMENT
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The Board reconvened to adjourn the meeting at 11:10
P.M.
Doris Smith
Secretary
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H. Grench said that Board acceptance of the Action Plan
evaluation meant that the Board agreed it was an
accurate evaluation of progress thus far.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board accept the
Action Plan program evaluation presented for
the first half of fiscal year 1987-1988 . E.
Shelley seconded the motion. The motion
passed 7 to 0.
H. Revision of Authorized Signatories for District
Accounts and Safe Deposit Boxes (Report R-88-01 of
January 19, 1988)
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-05, a Resolution of the Board
of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District Establishing Financial
Instrument Signatories of the District For
Santa Clara County Accounts . E. Shelley
seconded the motion. The motion -passed 7 to
0.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-06, A Resolution of the Board of
Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District Approving Certificate of
Authority of Officers (First Interstate Bank
of California) . E. Shelley seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-07 , a Resolution of the Board of
Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District Authorizing Signing and
Endorsing Checks and Other Instruments for
Checking Account (First Interstate Bank of
California-Los Altos) . E. Shelley seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt
Resolution 88-08 , a Resolution of the Board of
Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District Establishing Signatories for
Entering Safe Deposit Boxes (First Interstate
Bank of California - Los Altos) . E. Shelley
seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to
0.
VII. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
T. Henshaw reported on plans for the January 30 workshop;
said that she and D. Woods would be attending the second
meeting of the Bay Trail Advisory group on February 4; and
requested that an item be placed on the February 10 agenda
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4 Date: Jan. 27, 1988
17 Amount . Name � DRescription `- "
954 100.45 Western Fire Equipment Company Equipment Part
955 1 ,711 .84 Brian Wittenkeller Property Planning Study
956 19.26 The Workingman's Emporium Field Supplies
957 46,660.54* Elizabeth D. Dana Loan Pay-off--Duveneck Property. `
958 46,660.54* Hope D. Williams Loan Pay-off--Duveneck Property
959 46,660.54* Bernard Duveneck Loan Pay-off--Duveneck Property
960 46,660.54* Francis B. Duveneck, Jr. and Loan Pay-off--Duveneck Property
Elizabeth B. Duveneck, Trustees
961 3,922.00 Farrelle Communications, Inc. Radios and Installation
962 26.S9 Regal Dodge Vehicle Repair
963 186.34 Petty Cash Postage, Conference Expense, Equipment
Rental , Office Supplies aridd"Meal
Conferences
'964 80.00 Fidelity National Title Reconveyance Fee--Lin Property
Insurance Company
Total Payable Equals.M6,642. 16.
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A--,.cunt Name Description
919 29.28 Amerigas Tank Rental
920 7.42 A T & T Telephone Equipment
921 23,785.22 Lela J. Austin, Trustee Loan Pay-off--Lin Property
922 155.25 Bay Muffler Vehicle Repair
923 225.46 Craig Beckman Ranger Office Cabinets
924 545.24 Big Wheel & Frame Vehicle Repair
925 80.50 L. Craig Britton Reimbursement--Membership Dues and
Meal Conference
926 38.00 The Bureaucrat, Inc. Subscription
927 41 .85 California Water Service Water Service
928 3.85 Camden Rentals Inc.
Vehicle.Parts
929 104.68 Clement Communications, Inc. Safety Posters
930 4,580.00 Dillingham Associates Consulting Services--Russian Ridge
Parking Area
931 125.52 John Escobar
Reim -bursement- Field Supplies
lies
932 5,555.72 First Interstate Bank Note Paying Agent Fees
933 14.00 Graphicstat, Inc. Sign Artwork Enlargement
934 180.50 Helming's .Auto Repair Vehicle Repair
935 332.68 Langley Hill Quarry Base Rock
936 4,630.26 Alton S. Lee, Architect Architectural Services--Picchetti Ranch
937 312.44 Monta Vista Garden Center Field Supplies
933 49.50 Joyce Nicholas Reimbursement--Award Banquet Reservation
939 45.77 Norney's. of Mountain View Office Supplies
940 304. 15 The Office Club Office Furniture
941 229. 13 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies
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942 400.30 Bill Orr Consulting Services Personnel
943
i 109.30 Pacific Gas & Electric
Company
Y Utilities
944 50.00 Port-O-Let Sanitation Services
945 15.77 Redwood Stationers' Office Supplies
`946 197.52 Recreational Equipment, Inc. Uniform Expense
947 314.66 Shell Oil Company Fuel and Repairs
943 3,453.00 State Compensation Insurance Fund Additional Deposit Premium
949 1 ,500.00 John H. Tallett Legal Services
950 18,708.70 Tomlinson, Ziski , Morosoli & Maser Legal Services--Hosking Acquisition
951 55.90 Utility Body Company Vehicle Parts
952 26.55 Sandy Voorhees Private Vehicle Expense
953 5,038.23 Wendel , Lawlor, Rosen & Black Legal Services
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The trails are not designed for running groups. Most
40 visitors are here to enjoy the quietness and serenity of
the preserve;
`v( Use special caution when passing children and sen-
ior citizens. They
may need more time to step aside,
Bicycles
Keep your speed down to a slow, safe pace.
Approach each bend as if someone were around_ _
the corner; _When cfpproaching a horse from the rear, stop and
let the rider know you are there. Ask the rider if it is
safe to pass;
All �' When approaching a horse face-to-face, stop and
Users Are NOT
dismount if necessary, If the trail is narrow, lift your
bike off the trail to the downhill side to allow the
Created Equal horse to pass.
Equestrians
October 11, 1984: 3 Travel at a safe speed; approach each bend in the
An exuberant 12-year old hurtled downhill on his bicy- trail as if someone were around the corner;
cle, Rounding a bend on the narrow trail, he suddenlytl Let �}sers know if your horse is safe to passim - -
came upon a horse and rider galloping toward him, 12If the trail is soft:grjd muddy, try to use an alternate
The horse veered sharply resulting in a collision which trail. Deep hoof,futs make; difficult for others to use
sent both rider and bicyclist plummeting down a steep the trail. x
bank. The horse was injured, the bicycle damaged,
and the bicyclist spent three days in the hospital recov- Hikers
erng from multiple injuries. 0 If you are aware of being approached by someone
Although collisions between users at this preserve are not usually theml ptraass,
saster than yourselves, step aside to let
this dramatic, they are numerous. Many of the conflicts are
caused from differences in traveling speed and the necessity to If you are in a group,please do not block the trail to
pass on narrow trails. Other conflicts arise simply from lack of other users.
common courtesy. In order to keep most of the trails open to all types of users, we must have your cooperation. Will you please Each trail user is responsible for their actions and should be famil-
iar with the preserve's regulations. Please check hall signs to
help us by following these guidelines: make sure your individual use is allowed on the trail."
Please use common courtesy on the trail._Rem'ember`,everyone
Runners - comes to enjoy the open spaces for the$gm"e rVasons— an
■ If approaching a hiker or rider from the rear, let escape from everyday urbanization. Try td"lef dtliers have as
them know you are there, Give them ample time to enjoyable an experience as you have had.
,+ v , l respond to your greeting before beginning to pass;
r /f ■ Yield to slower trail users. This may mean breaking Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
L your pace or slowing to a walk as you pass; Building C, Suite 135/201 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View, CA 94040/(415)949-5500
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-5500
PREPARED By STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION I
Harriet V. Smith
1621 S=.:r.yvale - Saratoga Road, 1A
Sunnyvale., CA 94087
Dear Ms . Smith:
The District ' s Board of Directors reviewed your February 3 , 1988
letter related to trail conflicts at Rancho San Antonio Open
Space _-reserve at their regular meeting last night.
The mar_zer of trail conflicts and increased trail use at Rancho
has been c:f major concern to the Board and staff for some time .
T'he Boars, considered a similar letter from the City of Mountain
View as well last night , and aside from proposing some interim
signing and patrol measures , for this spring consideration of
:ai;or canges to the trails routes and uses was postponed until
_ugust , 1988 . This w1 1 allow staff to complete our trail use
standards and complete the review of this Preserve ' s Use and
...anaaea-en r Plan which was scheduled to be considered at that
rime.
Tle suaaystions in your letter will be considered by staff during
-reparati-on of the August plan. Thank you for your interest in
she District and, in particular, in expressing your concerns
about this site .
Sincerely,
Katherine Duffy, President
Board of Directors
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Herat Gtwch.Generat A4emiger Board of Directors;Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teens Henshaw,Edward Shelley,Nonatte Hanko,Gerry Andean,Richard Bishop
RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONr
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Response for Board Consideration per
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RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF WRITTEN C'- ,'UNICATION
Board President Acknowledge/Respond �\ • Meet ;8-04
Director Acknowledge/Respond Feb. i—, 1988
Staff Acknowledge/Respond
Draft Response Attached
_ Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft
Response for Board Consideration per
Board Directive(s)
No Response Necessary S U L A H E A L T H S E R V I C E
Other
January 26, 1988
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Building "C"
Suite # 135
201 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View, CA 94040
ATTEN: PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dear Sir:
On Sunday, January 24, 1988, my family and I ventured out for a hike along the newly
acquired property in Portola Valley known as the Slobe acquisition. It was a
beautiful day, and we looked forward to our invigorating hike. We've been hiking this
area nopu for close to 5 years and were disturbed by what we saW Sunday. There
were approximately 15 to 20 all-terrain bicycles both on and off the various trails.
I understand that they are restricted to the fire lane, but I can assure you that this is
not where they were confined. In quite a few instances, we saw them tearing through the
meadows and going down the foot paths. Both of my children are under three years old,
and we had to constantly be on the alert to sweep them up and run off the paths lest
we be in the way of oncoming cyclists. The same day we also saw two groups of motorized
dirt bikes, again off the beaten paths.
Certainly, this is not the atmosphere which the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District wishes to foster. I am afraid that these intrusions will alter the delicate
balance of nature and cause increased erosion, decreasing wild life, and certainly
the potential for accidents. It would seem to me that if the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District allows bicycles on its property, that it is also liable for potential
law suits from injury, and I can assure you that these bicyclists were going extremely
fast, down hill, and on rutted and horse-trodden areas.
I know that I am not alone in my sentiments and that they were echoed by many people
hiking on this otherwise glorious day. I urge you to ban bicyclists and motor bikes
from our district property. I appreciate your time and attention, and appreciate the
otherwise fine .ob tha u
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the path , and hoof marks from horses , I was afraid there could/ will
be an accident.
I am disappointed with what I see happening on the Slobe acquisition.
I urge you to:
1) Patrol and/ or make the rules more clear as to use of
firearms , motor vehicles , etc.
2) NOT allow all- terrain bikes . The hill is steep, there are
many switchbacks , and there is bound to be a serious accident ,
not to mention what those bikes are doing to the trails and
meadows .
Please understand that I support MROSD, and was active in the town
process of accepting change in ownership of the land. I would also be
interested in helping to keep the balance of people and nature in
harmony.
Sincerely ,
Al
UAI Clair Jernick
Clair Na el Jernick 33 Grove Drive
Portola Valley, CA 94025
cc: Portola Valley Town Council
` 'ITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 88_04
Feb. 10, 1988
RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF
January 28 , 1988 _ Board President Acknowledge/Respond
Director Acknowledge/Respond
_ Staff Acknowledge/Respond
Draft Response Attached
Midpensula Regional Open Space District _ Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft
Building "C" Response for Board Consideration per
Suite # 135 Board Directive(s)
201 San Antonio Circle No Response Necessary
Mountain View, CA 94040 _ other
ATTEN: PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dear Sir:
Last Sunday , January 24 , 1988 , a friend called up and suggested we
take advantage of the beautiful spring-like weather by taking that
hike we had been planning on Windy Hill . We live within walking
distance to the newly aquired Slobe land in Portola Valley.
My friend arrived at our home , we put my six month old in a back
packer, and off we went. Up , up we started climbing. The first mishap
along the way was that we heard gunshots . We proceeded with caution ,
only to find two adolescent boys , smoking ciggarettes in a field off
the path, having themselves some target practice . This was the first
disappointment of our hike , there were more to come .
We continued on our walk, went another half mile or so , and decided
to take the baby down and rest a bit. We were quietly enjoying the
sunshine , having a conversation , only to have it interrupted by the
ROAR of dirt motorcycles . Again , what appeared to be three adolescent
boys . They were so loud they had to shout at eachother to be heard.
One of them said to another " Let' s get out of here before we get
caught! " We gave them the thumbs down sign , they gave us " the finger, "
as they took a few loops through the fields over grasses and flowers
and were gone . Hmmm, we thought , where are the rangers?
This is when I started to wonder what was to become of the land. Onward
we went.
We started to get to the point on the trail which begins a steep ascent.
In the distance we could see people flying remote controlled gliders
from the top Y of the Wind Hill . Also in the distance we could see five
mountain bikes coming down the trail , FULL SPEED AHEAD. We watched
as they came to a stop, had a few ciggarettes , again- off the path and
in the meadows . The ones who were not smoking were riding circles
through the fields . They all got back on their bikes to ride , and
came headed towards us. We literally had to JUMP out of their way,
which was not that easy with a child on my back and steep embankments
on either side of the portion of the trail we were at. With ruts in
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In the near future the District will be developing more
comprehensive trail use standards which may result in
discontinuing some activities on designated trails . The process
will be a cooperative one involving input from a variety of
sources including concerned citizens such as yourself.
You may wish to be added to our agenda mailing list 'in order to
be informed about future public hearings on this site. This
would entail a $10 payment to the District for a one year
subscription.
Very truly yours,
Katherine Duffy, President
Board of Directors
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Enclosure
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Gibson Anderson
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OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-5500
responze prepared b staff for Board consideration
John Jay Jernick, M.D.
Clair Jernick
33 Grove Drive
Portola Valley, CA 94025
Bear Dr. and Mrs. Jernick:
Thank you for your recent letters which the District ' s Board of
Directors considered at our meeting of February 10, 1988 .
As you may recall, the District acquired the former Slobe
property, now known as the Spring Ridge area of the Windy Hill
Open Space Preserve, in August of 1987. Prior to the District
acquiring the land, it was described by some as a haven for
unlawful and destructive behavior such as late night parties and
campfires, target shooting, and off-road vehicles . Since August,
the District' s Ranger staff has concentrated many hours of patrol
tine to the site, especially on weekend days and late evenings .
Additionally, the physical security of the site has been improved
recently through the installation of a new split rail fence and
pipegate at a location on Alpine Road near Willowbrook where
-otorcyclists traditionally had gained access to the property.
The District's Rangers are making considerable progress towards
eliminating the destructive use patterns which have plagued the
site for so many years . However, as you yourself have witnessed,
there is more work to be done, and additional patrol time will be
committed to the area.
In reference to your comments regarding speeding and discourteous
mountain bicyclists, we share your concerti. During the past four
I years the District staff has attempted to increase public
commitment to responsible trail etiquette through public
workshops, T-shirt safety campaigns, the formulation and
i distribution of a trail etiquette brochure, and through
informational contacts, warnings Or citations given by our
Rangers. To date, the response has been less favorable than we
had hoped, but we would like you to note the attached letter from
Gibson Anderson, a representative of the Responsible Organized
Mountain Pedalers (ROMP) , regarding your comments.
hem rt.la*, k General!"tanager Board of Directors:Kathenne huffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Edward Shelley,Nonette Hanko,Gerry Andeen,Richard Bishop
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GIBSON ANDERSON
19571 FARWELL AVENUE
SARATOGA. CALIFORNIA 95070
January 28, 1988
Katherine M. Duffy, President
M.R.O.S.D. Board
Old Mill Office Center
Building C, Suite 135
201 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View,CA 94040
Dear Ms. 'Duffy:
Thank you for the opportunity to review the enclosed letter from Dr. Jernick dated January 26,
1988. I'll distribute copies to the R.O.M.P. (Responsible Organized Mountain Pedalers) Board
for discussion at our next meeting. in advance of our discussion, I would like to offer the
following comments :
a. We are sympathetic to the Jernick concerns. We advocate safe, courteous riding on
legal, established trails. We ask bicyclists to yield to horses and hikers. We stress this in our
group rides, at seminars we give at places such as REI and in our newsletter. I am not familiar
with the Slobe acquisition but am willing to work with your staff to solve what I hope is a
localized problem.A few months ago, several young mountain bicyclistswere ticketed for riding
illegally from Monte Bello O.S.P. into Rancho San Antonio. We know some of the offenders and
followed up with them to reinforce the M.R.O.S.D. action.
b. If there are motorcycles, people doing target practice, and outlaw mountain bicyclists
in the Slobe acquisition, it certainly seems that increased patrolling in the area is in order.
c. As I stated at the Board meeting last night, we are extremely grateful to M.R.O.S.D and
would welcome the opportunity to do something in return. If you or any of the District staff
have suggestions for ways R.O.M.P. can help with this or other problems, please call on us.
Again, thank you for the opportunity for comment. And for your many contributions to a
wonderful organization.
Sincerely,
Gibson Anderson
(408) 867-6367
CC: Herbert A. Drench, General Manager, M.R.O.S.D.
James A. Boland, Operations Supervisor, M.R.O.S.D.
Jim Hunter, President, R.O.M.P.
Doug Thomas, R.O.M.P. M.R.O.S.D. Representative
RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF
Board President Acknowledge/Respond
Director Acknowledge/Respond
Staff Acknowledge/Respond Harry H. Ha e u s s l e r, Jr.
Draft Response Attached 1094 Highland Circle WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Los Altos , Calif.94022 Meeting 88-04
Response for Board Consideration per Feb. 10, 1988
Board Directive(s)
No Response Necessary February 1 , 1988
Other
Board of Directors
Midpeninsula Regional Park District
201 San Antonio Circle
Mountain View, CA 94040
Re : Katherin Duffy letter of Jan. 28 , 1988
"Voters intentions . "
As a voting resident in 1972 I discussed Measure R with
neighbors and acquaintances before the election, and my
recollection is that everyone considered this to be a
"park" district concept and open space incidental .
More recent discussions confirm this concept.
Futther, the General Ballot of Tuesday , November 7 ,
1972, County of Santa Clara, page 5, Measure R (copy of
page 5 enclosed ) refers to a Regional Park District.
Thus , the voters at that time voted for a park district,
regardless of subsequent changes to the laws .
Still further, the Impartial Analysis submitted to the
voters referred to this as a Park District, with powers
to include"- - developement and operation of parks ,
playgrounds , trails , pathways and other recreational
facilities - - . " Yes , also included was the pro-
ponents purpose of " - - open space and recreational
uses . " Copy (of a copy ) is enclosed and hiFhlighted .
The above copies are from information I received from
the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters office. I
never heard proponents speeches , only saw what was on
voter information mailed to me at the time of the el-
ection. have I since received an
ection. No Y other infor-
mation.
Election rhetoric being what it is , and was , the voters
make their decision at the pole when they vote, readingr
what is printed on the ballot - as noted above .
Alain, I say this was voted in as a Park District. I
urge ,you to get on With the "park, playgrounds , trails ,
pathways and other recreational facilities" at full speed .
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Harry . Haeussler, Jr.
copy to: Board of S►zpervisore, Santa Clara County
Park and Recreation Commission, SCV
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GENERAL BALLOT—TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1972
51 COUNTY Of SANTA CLARA
B SANTA CLARA COUNTY MEASURE
(SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT ARENA):
Shall the following ordinance be enacted?
"The pea le of the County of Santa Clara do
ordain as follows:Upon the approval by the voters Q
of this ordinance,the County of Santa Clara shall
Atake the necessary steps to cause construction of a
sports and entertainment arena. This project shall
be financed by any legal means deemed appropri-
ate and advisable by the Board of Supervisors,in-
cluding tax exempt lease financing popularly known NO 81
as the 'lease back' or 'lease purchase' method of
financing using a nonprofit corporation or a joint
powers agency formed by the county and one or
more cities within the county."
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PROPOSED MID-PENINSULA REGIONAL O
PARK DISTRICT PROPOSITION
YES 90 {�
!j Shall the Mid-Peninsula Regional F Dint;
R be created and established?
NO 91* O
MID-PENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT
DIRECTOR 93* O
WARD No.4 WILLIAM G. PETERS
y Industrial Education
p Vote for One
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FULL TEXT, ANALYSIS AND ARGUMENTS CONCERNING MEASURE P.
To Be Submitted to the ♦'cater%
of the proposed %Iid-Pcnhr u6 Ilegional Park District at the
GENERAL ELECTION
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1972
t:1rg-lment. in Supixu•t or Opposition of the Proposed Laws are tlt+• Opillions of the Authors)
l t'1.1 TEXT OF NICASCRIi. It:
S11.611 the \Gd-I'ruinsnkl Regional Park District bc• created and establich+:d?
I1t1'%111 IA't. ANALYSIS OF PROPOSED FOR\IATIO OF THE \1113-PENINSULA REGIONAL PARK DIS-
lee accordati•e with Coverntur•nt Code Scetion 56119. the UK-it A,_,vtic'y Formation Commission of Santa Clart
t'+.+n11% :►etupts the following impartial analysis for submittal to the v6te•rs in an election pertaining, to the: pro-
tN1.1+1 formation.
11ty territory in the proposed formation includes the tucorporated arras of the cities of Palo Alto, Los Altos,
1 +''• .%Ilos Hills, \fountain view, Culxrtino, Sunnyvale, Saratoga, \Ionte Screno, and Los Catos, together with cer-
L+nl .alillining tin incorpx-ratt-d lands. Tile territory is more specifically described as all incorporated and unincor-
Ia11.1h+I area within Santa Clara County that lics'northerly and westerly of a lines extending from a point on the
e•+1111111tg1 Imundary of the counties of Santa Clara and Santa Cruz, northerly along the approved Los Catos-San
Jime •jdu•re of influence boundary. thence• along the easterly city limit and sphere of influence boundaries of the
t ilil•. of t.os Catos, Saratoga, Cup Su erthio, and nnyvale.•.
()n February A, 1972 the Local Agency Forniation Commission gave final apiiroval to the formation of a
eli.tl i, t as de sc•ribecl above and authorized tile Board of Supervisors to ltrocced. Subsequently .the Board of Su-
approved the inclusion of properh• within the County in the district, established five wards for the dis-
Ili.' .111#1 set the matter for election.
'1'Iu• rr ►rojx)n ntc of the proposed district have stated that the purpose of the district is to acquire land pri-
n1.0 11e ilt the foothills and baylands area of the• district for. oi1c sI ,` and recreational uses.
The powers of the district include acquisition aml disposition of property with right of eminent domain.
el.•t.'Itsilment and opt ' tr ip , l t�' -ate and father �rca i t � fa cilities (except that
bons $hall not tnterfi•re »i� 1 ' or co itlt'v yolk rty or actit•itIM). bt)rrotiying looney within statutory limits,
+++1.11 rrin�� hot pp.
r 1 tlt•el iude•btrdne•ss tE h�•o•thirds of tlte, vote rs approve.
The puixinuun tax rate is 10 cent s }x•r $100 of assessed valuation. plus any amount necessary to meet voter
•e"'I+••+i.rvil bondtA indebtedness. The 10 cent rate may be increased by a majority vote of the electorate.
111r election also will se•lvct a hoard of Directors who will govern the district if a majority of the voters
;1 •1•+•'%e' formation. er 'o
persons receiving
ccrt In h highest•.the 1 c. numlx•r;, t of votes in each of the five wards will tic elected e -
Pr
ate+1'• Uullli11:1 to 1•c must reside with
in tthin �• tt••t y i t c .rd thc� would
d represent.
111t• alternative to formation of this proposed clistrict is to leave responsibility for opsrn space and'p:Yrk Iand
•"'•It++••+li+rtt atld development with city and county governments and existing me•chcenisms.
\1't'liOVEll by the Local A;;cney Fornlation con mission of Santa Clara County this Aug,ttst 19#2
HOWARD W. CANIPE.N. Executive Officer
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION CO\I\IISSIO
OF SANTA CI,ARA COUNTY
Ily J. Keintedv Ilartholet,
A%sistant Executive Officer
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
RESPONSE. ACTION PROPOSED B} STAFF Meeting 88-04 ��V�
Board President Acknowledge/Respoa3 II Feb, 10, 1988 ���.-
Director Acknowledge/Respond 1
staff Acknowledge/Respond
Draft Response Attached Woodhaven
Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft 148 La Honda Road
Response for Board Consideration per
Board Directive(s) Woodside, CA 94062
No Response Necessary (415) 851-0469
Other '
Febuary 1 , 1988
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Dear Neighbors, Staff and Board Members :
On Friday, January 22, 1988, at 4pm, a neighborhood meeting
was held at our home at the request of the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District. This letter is to bring you up to date,
summarize and request your input, especially if you could not
attend. Forty owners were notified who are affected as a result
of the District' s recent acquisition of the Sheffield property
which provides access and linking of trails.
The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the proposed
components of the Use and Management Plan for the La Honda Creek
Open Space Preserve, a situation literally close to home for many
of us. The future of the Preserve is important and it will take
more than just ONE neighborhood meeting before the Plan can be
presented to the Board of Directors at a regular public meeting
which is now scheduled for February 10, 1988.
Of the 40 invited neighbors, ONLY 8 ATTENDED. THEREFORE, I
strongly urge the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District to postpone the second reading of the
proposal until further study and input can be obtained from the
people involved and the Plan can be reviewed.
The potential problems and ill-will are great. More time is
needed to discuss the issues. It is for that reason that I have
initiated this letter to the Board, the neighbors, the public and
the associations of South Skyline and King' s Mountain.
With thoughts of cooperation between neighbors and the
District Board, I strongly urge the postponment of the reading.
We need discussion of the following: input of a MAJORITY
concerned, right of privacy, trespassing, signing, vandalism,
hikers, litter, water contamination, sanitation, fire protection,
access, easements, parking, motocycles, horses, ATVs, water
rights , funding, tax revenue loss, cost per person use stats,
logging, investment, speculation, future plans and acquisition. . .
just to list a few concerns.
As part of the public, I am sure I speak for many who moved
here seeking freedom and enjoyment of the open space with all its
�I beauties and benefits. We know, we understand and we care.
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Sincerely,
Linda Fischman 17
Copy: MROSD Board and Staff; friends and neighbors
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R-88-16
(Meeting 88-04
Nb a 6** February 10 , 1988)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 3 , 1988
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: M. Foster, Controller
SUBJECT: Final Accounting for the 1987 Promissory Note
Acquisition Fund and Preliminary Accounting for the
1988 Note Project Fund
Recommendation: I recommend that you approve the final
accounting for the 1987 Promissory Note Acquisition Fund
(Attachment A) and the preliminary accounting for the 1988 Note
Project Fund (Attachment B) . I further recommend that you
approve the withdrawal of $6 , 765, 683 from the 1988 Note Project
Fund to reimburse the District's General Fund for expenditures
attributable to the 1988 Note Project.
Discussion: Federal legislation makes it necessary to account
clearly for all expenditure from the proceeds of public note
issues . The District must rebate to the IRS any arbitrage
profits from investment of proceeds prior to their expenditure.
Attachment A shows that the District completed the 1987 Note
Project on July 22 , 1987 , about sixteen weeks after the notes
were sold on April 1 . Based on this accounting and interest
earned over the period of the project our rebate will be $4 , 215.
We are required to remit this rebate on April 1, 1993.
Sale of the 1988 Notes is scheduled to close on February 11,
1988 . Attachment B shows that the District has already expended
$6,765, 683 attributable to the 1988 Note Project. I request that
you authorize, at closing, the withdrawal of this amount from the
1988 Note Project Fund. This leaves $4,749, 317 to be committed
to this project. Therefore the project will be completed when
the District makes its impending $5, 075, 000 cash payment to
finalize the latest Hosking land purchase transaction.
j. ATTACHMENT A
1987 PROMISSORY NOTE ACQUISITION FUND EXPENDITURES
Item Recipient Date, Amount
1. Land Purchase Hosking 10-17-86 $ 11195, 000
2. Land Purchase La Croix 12-02-86 53, 285 (a)
3. Land Purchase Milner 12-11-86 5, 000
4. Land Purchase Schofield 12-23-86 50, 000
5. Land Purchase Jamison 12-23-86 85, 600
6. Land Purchase Miller 12-23-86 80, 000
7. Land Purchase Howatt 12-23-86 80, 000
8 . Note Pre-Payments Various 12-23-86 478, 965
9. Land Purchase Kidwell 03-26-87 25,000
10. Issuance Costs Various 04-09-87 13, 050
11. Note Pre-Payments Various 04-09-87 649, 319
12. Issuance costs
Various 04-23-87 31, 440
13. Issuance Costs Pru-Bache 06-03-87 3, 194
14. Land Purchase Berry 06-11-87 119, 935
15. Land Purchase Blest 06-11-87 21000
16. Land Purchase Maas 07-08-87 85, 121 (b)
17. Issuance costs Orrick 07-22-87 25, 502
TOTAL ACQUISITION FUND $ 2, 982, 411
UNDERWRITERS DISCOUNT 280, 000
RESERVE FUND 1, 696, 000
PURCHASE OF SECURITIES TO DEFEASE 1982, 1985,
AND 1986 NOTES 16, 241, 589
TOTAL NOTE ISSUE $ 21, 200, 000
(a) Balance of $675, 560 Purchase Price
(b) Balance of $144,779 applied to 1988 Notes (total purchase of $229, 900)
ATTACHMENT B
1988 NOTE PROJECT FUND EXPENDITURES
Item Recipient Date Amount
1. Land Purchase Maas 07-08-87 $ 144,779 (a)
2. Land Purchase Slobe 07-22-87 4, 700,000
3. Land Purchase Hidden Villa 07-22-87 150,000
4. Land Purchase Hosking 08-13-87 297 , 500
5. Land Purchase Peretta 09-09-87 120, 000
6. Land Purchase Lin 09-09-87 85,000
7. Land Purchase Hosking 09-23-87 25,000
8 . Land Purchase Duveneck 10-14-87 40, 000
9. Land Purchase POST (Dyer) 11-19-87 250,000
10. Land Purchase S.C. County 12-09-87 3, 304
11. Land Purchase Sheffield 12-31-87 465, 000
12. Land Purchase Hosking 01-11-88 300, 000
13. Land Purchase Duveneck 01-27-88 185,000
14. Issuance Costs New York State 01-29-88 100
EXPENDED TO DATE $6, 765, 683
Remaining balance in 1988 Project Fund 4, 749, 317
TOTAL PROJECT FUND $11 , 515, 000
Underwriters Discount 125, 000
Other Costs of Issuance 110, 000
Reserve Fund 750, 000
TOTAL NOTE ISSUE $12, 500, 000
(a) Balance of $229,900 Purchase Price
R-88-21
(Meeting 88-04
February 10, 1988)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 5, 1988
To: Board of Directors
From: H. Grench, General Manager
Responsibility & Preparation: D. Hansen, Land Manager; D. Woods,
Principal Open Space Planner; M.
Gundert, Open Space Planner: C.
Bruins , Administrative Assistant
Subject: Interim Use and Management Plan for La Honda Creek Open
Space Preserve
Recommendation: I recommend that you tentatively adopt the
Interim Use and Management Plan for La Honda Creek Open Space
Preserve as contained in this report.
Introduction: This report constitutes an Interim Use and
Management Plan for La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve.
According to the Revised Open Space Use and Management Planning
Process, an Interim Use and Management Plan is called for when a
preserve has significant use limitations, or may be subject to
frequent changes in boundary alignments (see report R-87-38 ,
dated February 18 , 1987) . This Interim Use and Management Plan
emphasizes immediate planning needs, rather than the long-range
planning concerns of a Comprehensive Use and Management Plan.
La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve currently has public access
limitations. Because of steep terrain, access to the Preserve
from public roads and potential staging areas is difficult.
Therefore, a Comprehensive Use and Management Plan for this site
would be premature at this time. Staff is exploring expansion of
the Preserve to a point which, hopefully, will offer more ideal
public access. When this occurs , a comprehensive plan will be
prepared.
This report is a compilation of preliminary use and management
plans for eight land parcels . These parcels form the 699 acre La
Honda Creek Open Space Preserve. They are as follows:
R-88-21 Page Two
(1) The 255 acre Collett property, acquired April 30, 1984
(report R-84-22 of April 6, 1984) , undedicated.
(2) The 69 acre Darling property, acquired August 16 , 1985
(report R-85-38 of July 11 , 1985) , undedicated.
(3) The 5.1 acre POST (Weber) property, acquired September
13, 1985 (report R-85-47 of August 23, 1985) ,
undedicated.
(4) The 250 acre Dyer property, acquired October 17 , 1986
(report R-86-46 of June 13, 1986) , dedicated.
(5) The 3. 4 acre Winkle property, acquired December 30,
1986 (report R-86-130 of December 16, 1986) ,
undedicated.
(6) The 0.25 acre Blest property, acquired June 19, 1987
(report R-87-87 of June 2, 1987) , undedicated.
(7) The 112. 57 acre POST (Dyer) property, acquired December
29, 1987 (report R-87-175 of November 19, 1987) ,
dedicated.
(8) The 3. 4 acre Sheffield property, acquired February 3,
1988 (report R-87-138 of August 21, 1987) , undedicated.
Site Descrigtion and Use
The Preserve is located one-half mile south of Skyline Boulevard
and west of La Honda Road (see attached map) . The Preserve
touches La Honda Road along the northeastern and southeastern
boundary. La Honda Creek forms the remainder of the eastern
boundary. Many small developed and undeveloped parcels lie
between La Honda Creek and La Honda Road in this area. Private
property surrounds the remainder of the preserve, although the
District 's El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve is located just 0.6
miles to the northwest.
Visitor use is very low due to difficult access to this isolated
site. There is limited vehicular access to the Preserve on Allen
Road, a private road which intersects with Bear Gulch Road.
Access via Allen Road is confined to patrol vehicles and public
vehicles that are allowed under a District permit system. The
permit system restricts access to twenty public vehicles per day.
The system has been in operation for approximately one year; a
total of 60 permits has been issued. This averages out to
slightly more than one vehicle per week, well under the current
limit. The permit system seems to be working well. Staff has
received only one complaint about visitors parking along Allen
Road outside the designated area.
R-88-21 Page Three
Planning Considerations
The Preserve is located in unincorporated San Mateo County.
Portions of the site located along La Honda Road at the
southeastern boundary are zoned Residential or Resource
Management. The bulk of the forested portion of the preserve is
zoned Timber Preserve (TPZ) , and the remainder of the site is
zoned Resource Management.
Because of the site ' s isolated location, it is ranked low on the
District's Relative Site Emphasis Plan. As a relatively
unemphasized site, significant increases in use and development
are not anticipated in the near future.
Four neighborhood meetings have been held over the past two
years.
1) The District Land Manager and Land Acquisition Manager
met with neighbors along Bear Gulch and Allen Roads in
August, 1986 to discuss general District policies,
including those concerning acquisition and road
maintenance.
2) A second meeting occurred on February 18 , 1987 with
Allen Road and Bear Gulch Road neighbors . The meeting
was attended by approximately 40 neighbors, staff and
one Director. The focus of the meeting was to
introduce the neighbors to the permit system for public
access to the site. Concern was expressed over the
narrowness of Bear Gulch Road, the potential for
increased trash along the roads, and the potential for
trespass along Allen Road. Public notification for the
meeting included all neighbors along Allen Road and
Bear Gulch Road between Allen Road and Skyline
Boulevard.
3) A third meeting followed this and was attended by two
Directors and a resident of Allen Road. Discussion at
this meeting focused on the resolution of similar
concerns mentioned in previous meetings .
4) On January 22, 1988 a neighborhood meeting was held
with neighbors who live adjacent to the La Honda Road
boundary of the Preserve. Public notification was
limited to Preserve neighbors on either side of La
Honda Road. The intent of the meeting was to explain
to our new neighbors the site emphasis policy and
planning process and our current approach to planning
for this site, and to gain information from neighbors
regarding their concerns for this area. The meeting
was attended by approximately 15 people, about half of
whom actually live adjacent to the Preserve in the La
Honda Road area. The remaining attendees either owned
R-88-21 Page Four
vacant land or were residents along Allen or Bear Gulch
Road.
Concerns were expressed about the potential for an
increase in existing problems. Trespass along the
creek corridor has been a problem for many years ,
predating District acquisitions . Residents are worried
that trespassers will use the excuse when trespassing
that they felt they were on District land. Trash
dumping was another problem which was pointed out as
having increased over the past few years. The
residents did point out that there are numerous paths
leading to the Preserve across La Honda Creek, which
also increases the potential for trespass. The general
consensus was a desire to see the Creek corridor of the
Preserve remain de-emphasized in future development
plans.
The purchase agreement with Mr. Sheffield included a requirement
that he demolish the buildings on the southernmost parcel.
However, Mr. Sheffield' s accidental death mid-way through escrow
complicated matters. District staff has now obtained bids for
demolition of the buildings, and $20, 000 has been retained to
cover the cost of demolition. The actual contract and demolition
responsibility remain with Mr. Sheffield' s estate. A caretaker
is living in the main house on the property until the demolition
can occur.
Staff received a letter with recommendations for long-term site
planning. The letter contained good ideas and will be retained
until a Comprehensive Use and Management Plan is prepared for the
site.
Access and Circulation
The District permit parking system for the Preserve began in
February, 1987 . Visitors must arrange ahead of their visit to
obtain a permit. The permit allows them to park on the property
and requires that they follow site regulations .
The map for the Preserve indicates the only access to the site is
the Allen Road entrance. Both the Norgard easement off La Honda
Road and the trail across the former Weber property (from La
Honda Road) have been removed from the site map in accordance
with Board requests. This was done because both trails become
impassable below La Honda Road and would only serve to encourage
trespass in the area.
Secondary parking for the site is proposed for future development
on the former Sheffield property. This parking is intended for
limited access and will not be installed until a connecting trail
from the parking area to the main portion of the Preserve can be
constructed. Elevation changes between this location and the
upper meadows ' focal point of the Preserve is so great that such
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R-88-21 Page Five
a trail will tend to limit the usage of this area as a primary
entrance point to the Preserve.
The agreement for a patrol easement across the "back road" to the
Dyer Ranch (via Skyline Boulevard) is still pending. The
easement right for patrol and maintenance purposes only has been
verbally agreed upon by all parties involved. No written
agreement has been signed. However, the court still has
jurisdiction in this matter, and completion of the agreement is
expected this year. The agreement will be presented to you for
your approval. The improvements associated with this agreement
were budgeted in fiscal year 1987-1988 anticipating the
Resolution of Litigation. At this time, it appears project
implementation will not occur until fiscal year 1988-1989.
New or Revised Use and Management Recommendation
1. Staff will consider a road maintenance agreement with
residents along Allen Road, if the residents decide such an
agreement is necessary.
2. Plans for realignment of the north patrol easement will be
implemented according to conditions set forth in the pending
agreement. The project may include realignment of road,
fencing, gating and landscaping of the easement. The
project may be required to be constructed in fiscal year
1988-1989.
Signing
To discourage visitors from parking outside the main gate, the
site has been clearly signed for permit parking only. On the
property, regulatory signs have been installed, and private
property boundaries have been marked to discourage trespass.
Additional boundary signs are needed in the La Honda Creek
corridor.
New or Revised Use and Management Recommendations
1. Install additional Preserve boundary signs as needed in
the La Honda Creek corridor.
2. Signing is needed to clarify the trail connections on
the property. The existing trail junctions will be
signed.
Structures and Improvements
In August 1987 the California Conservation Corps (CCC) removed
the cabin on the former Weber property and returned the area to a
natural state. The project required 510 hours of CCC crew time,
and 88 hours of Ranger supervision time. The CCC has been
contacted regarding removal of the two cabins on the Sheffield
property not included in the original contract with Mr.
R-88-21 Page Six
Sheffield. The two cabins, one of which is collapsed, are
located on the northern Sheffield parcel .
The main structures located on the Sheffield property will be
removed by contract. Cost and contracting responsibility is the
obligation of Mr. Sheffield's estate. District staff has
obtained bids for the demolition project, which is scheduled to
commence in the next few weeks.
Under the conditions of the contract with Mr. Sheffield for the
acquisition of his land, he was required to complete a quiet
title action to perfect title to a 0.1 acre area that was a
portion of the old right-of-way for La Honda Road. This
responsibility has been passed on to the attorney executing his
estate. A sum of $30, 000 has been withheld from escrow to cover
the costs . Clear title should to be obtained within one year,
according to the terms of the purchase agreement.
District staff has investigated the requirements of improving the
cabin located on the 3 acre former Winkle property. The cabin is
currently improved to a "summer cabin" type of status, according
to the San Mateo County Building Permit office. Staff is
continuing to pursue the possibilities of bringing the building
up to code for permanent residence status. The unit could then be
rented out until final disposition of the structure or entire
parcel was determined.
New or Revised Use and Management Recommendations
1. After the demolition of the buildings is complete,
roadside fencing and a gate will be installed along the
Sheffield property line bordering La Honda Road. We
will confirm with CalTrans prior to installation that
this project will not restrict the District's plans to
develop future parking at this location. The fencing
will be removed once a trailhead is developed and a
connecting trail with the remainder of the Preserve is
installed. According to the guideline for future trail
construction, this may not occur until 1994.
New or Revised Use and Management Recommendations
1. Staff will finalize a caretaker agreement with the
current caretaker on the former Dyer ranch. An
agreement has been drafted but not yet finalized.
Compliance with CEQA
The projects contained herein are determined to be exempt under
current California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines.
Dedication
Of the 699 acre Preserve, 363 acres have been dedicated as public
open space. The remaining 336 acres have been withheld from
dedication. No change in status is proposed at this time.
MIDPENINSULA :TONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
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CHART A. LA HONDA CREEK OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - INTERIM USE AND MANAGEMENT PLAN SUMMARY February 4, 1988
Project I 1Budgeted IBudgeted (Projected lProposed
Description 1 Status of Plans or Projects IFY 86-87 IFY 87-88 IFY 88-89 IC letion
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Planning Tasks
1 Use & management review IT'ent Live adoption expected 02/10/88 1 1 1 1 02188
2 Investigate potential access ILong term access study ongoing I 1 I I Ongoing
3 Complete patrol/management (POST parcel acquired - agreement I I I I Complete
agreement with POST (eliminated I I I I
4 Create vehicle permit system 1In place & working well I 1 I I Complete
5 Disposition of Winkle cabin ITo be upgraded for rental unit I I I I Complete
6 Investigate potential building (Pending Sheffield acquisition eliminatest I 1 I Complete
encroachment (on Weber) Ineed, all buildings to be removed I I I I
7 Conduct neighborhood meeting- (Neighborhood meetings held 08/86 & 02/871 I I 1 Comr' to
Bear Gulch / Allen Roads I I I I I
8 Conduct neighborhood meeting- INeighborhood meeting held 01/88 1 1 I 1 Complete
La Honda Road I I I I I
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AnticipatedNeworRevisedRecommendations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - _ -
I 9 Formulate caretaking agreement 1Agreement being drafted I I I 1 04/88
10 Formulate Allen Road agreement IPotential interest by residents I I I I
it Plans - realign patrol easementlTo be required by litigation 1 1 2000 > 2000 1 01/89
Subtotal 0 2000 2000
Capital Improvements
1 Install signs-boundary, (Partially complete, additional signage 1 150 1 200 I 1 04/88
private property Ineeded in La Honda Creek corridor 1 I 1 1
2 Install permit use signs (Complete I 1 1 I Complete
3 Install lease area signs (Complete I I i I Complete
4 Define permit parking area ILog barriers & moving I I I I Complete
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AnticipatedNeworRevisedRecommendations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
5 Construct trail connections (Budgeted but not recommended now per 1 1 1000
(adoption of trail construction schedule. l I I 1
6 Construct patrol easement ITo be required by litigation 1 1 14000 > 14000 1 05/89
bypass 1 I I I I
7 Construct patrol easement ITo be required by litigation 1 1 2000 2000 1 05/89
fence/gate I I 1 I I
8 Landscape patrol easement ITo be required by litigation 1 1 2000 > 2000 1 05/89
9 Roadside fencing - Sheffield ITo secure area. To be installed on edge 1 1 [10001 1 06/88
lof right of way & removed when trailheadl I I I
Ideveloped I I I I
10 'Frail signing ITo clarify existing trail routes I I 1 100 1 07/88
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Subtotal 150 19200 18100
CHART A. LA HONDA CREEK OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - INTERIM USE AND MANAGEMENT FLAN SUMMARY (continued) February 4, 1988
Project I (Budgeted IBudgeted (Projected (Proposed
Description I Status of Plans or Projects IFY 86-87 IFY-87-98, IFY 88-89 IC letion
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Special Projects and Maintenance
1 Demolition of 'Weber cabin (Completed 09/87 with CCC crew I I 3500 1 1 Complete
2 Secure Winkle cabin (Completed, cabin being broken into I 1 I I Complete
3 Replace culvert (East edge of lease area; increase size I I 400 I I 04/88
4 Remove remaining small cabins- (Potential- CCC crew project, pending I I [3500] 1 I
Sheffield Iclose of escrow I I I 1
5 Open road to southern knoll IMay be graded for fire road I I I I
Subtotal 0 400 0
_ Annual Projects and Maintenance
1 Road and trail maintenance (Ongoing grading, clearing, etc. I 0 1 500 I 500 I Ongoing
2 Sign maintenance (Ongoing replacement old & damaged signs I 0 I 200 I 200 1 Ongoing
3 Fence and gate maintenance (Ongoing repairs and replacements 10_1 100-1100_1 Ongoing
Subtotal 0 800 800
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TOTAL 150 22400 20900
[ ] Funds not specifically provided for
Project may move into a following year
R-88-18
(Meeting 88-04
February 10, 1988)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 3, 1988
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
PREPARED BY: M. Hale, Public Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: Amended Guidelines Regarding Distribution of Brochures From Other
Organizations on the District 's Preserves
Recommendation: I recommend that you approve adoption of the amended
Interim Guidelines herein to allow appropriate organizations to distribute
their brochures on designated preserve sites on a three year pilot-program
basis, with the program and Interim Guidelines to be reviewed at the end of
three years, or sooner, if necessary.
Discussion: At your January 27 , 1988 meeting, you reviewed the proposed
Interim Guidelines and directed staff to return to you at the next meeting
with two specific changes in the text. These changes plus other suggested
modifications to the original guidelines are indicated on the attached
revision.
I think it would be wise to define the length of the pilot program and
recommend three years. At that time the program can be evaluated and a
decision made by the Board whether to continue on a permanent basis ,
perhaps with modifications. There is also the flexibility in the
recommendation above to review the Interim Guidelines if needed in
connection with the coordinated graphic image project or if implementation
problems develop.
As a result of comments made on January 27 , the recommended language in
Guideline No. 3 has been strengthened somewhat. I want to reemphasize that
these Guidelines refer only to brochures of other organizations.
Organizations of all types and individuals can be recognized in District
brochures and signing.
You decided to eliminate a specific minimum dollar value in Guideline No. 1
and to use the "substantial contribution" language. I believe it could be
very helpful to the Board to have some sort of a specific guideline when a
request is made. It would also be helpful to staff in giving inquiring
organizations some guidance in formulating projects which they hope would
qualify for brochures. The compromise recommended gives some definition to
substantial. " As I mentioned at the January 27 meeting, there is nothing
magic about the $10, 000 figure, and you can reduce it without losing the
intent of giving some general standard.
Interim Guidelines for Distribution of Brochures From
Other Organizations on the District' s Preserves
1. Organization must have
made a substantial contribution (ordinarily at least
$10 ,000) in funds and/or 4:n-34nel value of services for
the acquisition, construction or maintenance of facilities
on the preserve on which the brochure is to be distributed.
2. Organization must be a nonprofit, charitable organization.
3. organization' s goals must be eempatible-with complementary
to those of the Open Space District.
4 . Permission for organizations to distribute brochures on
any specific District site must be approved by the MROSD
Board.
5 . Brochure layout and text must be submitted to MROSD staff
for approval before publication. .
6 . organization' s brochure shall offer a descriptive or
interpretive narrative of facility built or land acquired
on a significant portion of the preserve. Brochure shall
describe organization' s contributions to the preserve.
Narrative must complement District site brochure, with
style consistent so as hot to confuse public, consistency
in graphics, map, etc. This portion of the brochure shall
use at least 50% of the brochure 's space.
7 . organization shall print brochures at its own expense.
8 . Distribution arrangements shall be approved by MROSD- staff.
9 . MROSD staff shall authorize the distribution site and
incorporate the brochure into the design of existing or
proposed District signing in that vicinity.
10 . District shall design and construct the brochure distri-
bution boxes, with staff time and out-of-pocket costs
to be paid by the requesting organization.
11 . Organization shall initially be permitted distribution
rights for a maximum of three years . An extension may
be granted at the end of this period, depending on the
extent of the organization' s contributions and involvement
during the three-peace- period .
R-88-19
(Meeting 88-04
February 10, 1988)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 3, 1988
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Basic Policy Workshop Follow-Up Process
This item has been placed on the agenda by President Duffy
so that you can discuss the process (e.g. , appointment of a
committee, placing specific proposals on the agenda, etc. ) to be
used to follow-up on the January 30 workshop.
R-88-17
(Meeting 88-04
February 10, 1988)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 2, 1988
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
PREPARED BY: J. Fiddes , Administrative Services Manager
SUBJECT: Director Attendance at Special Park District Forum
Recommendation: I recommend that you approve, as you deem appropriate,
necessary expenditures for designated Board members to attend the 1988
Special Park District Forum.
Discussion: At your January 27 meeting, Director Henshaw requested the
placement of this item on your February 10 agenda in order for you to
discuss Board attendance at the 1988 Special Park District Forum. The
Forum is scheduled for May 10-12 (Tuesday through Thursday) and will be
held in Montgomery and Prince George' s Counties , Maryland (adjacent to
Washington, D.C. ) . National Park Service tours of the Washington D.C. area
are being planned for Friday, May 13.
The 1987-1988 budget specifically includes $1000 to cover the projected
expenses of one Board member attending the Forum. The Forum is held in a
different part of the United States or Canada each year, and in recent
years a Board member has attended the Forum. Directors who have attended
have attested to the usefulness of the meeting, with its informal "hands-
on" working sessions.
In the event you want to authorize expenditures for a second Director to
attend the Forum, necessary funds would be available based on a review of
projected yearly expenditures in the professional conferences and training
and seminars budget categories . This availability of funds is based on the
assumption that travel reservations for Forum attendees would be made
immediately so as to secure the most reasonable, advance purchase air
fares. These fares may involve a stop or change of planes. Other Forum
expenses will include registration and meals ($145) and hotel
accommodations ($45 per night per single room at the Forum' s designated
hotel) .
Funding for more than two Directors to attend the Forum might be
accommodated without cutting into other budget expense categories if
overall expenditures are less than overall budget. It is too early to tell
what budget trade-offs and transfers might be made among other budget
categories . Otherwise, year end reserves would be somewhat smaller if the
additional expense were authorized.
R-88-20
(Meeting 88-04
eebruary 10, 1988)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
February 4 , 1988
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager;
D. Woods , Principle Open Space
Planner; C. Bruins,
Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: City of Mountain View Recreation Department Letter
Regarding Impacts on Deer Hollow Farm
Recommendation: I recommend that you endorse the staff ' s interim
suggestions but delay any significant use and management changes
until the Comprehensive Use and Management Plan is reviewed in
August, 1988 .
Introduction: At your meeting of January 27, 1988 , under Written
Communications, you reviewed a letter from staff of the City of
Mountain View Recreation Department regarding trail use concerns
at Deer Hollow Farm (see attached letter of January 10, 1988) .
While the problems noted are not new, the letter was written in
anticipation that the Use and Management Plan review would occur
in January 1988 as originally scheduled. Concern was expressed
at the Board meeting because of the anticipated high use in
spring that could exacerbate the problems before the
Comprehensive Use and Management Plan review in August.
Discussion: Staff is concerned about the trail use conflicts at
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve and has made substantial
efforts over the past few years to educate the public and lessen
the problem. These efforts have included:
1) Holding a trail use forum in August 1984 to solicit
views on trail use conflicts;
2) Holding a trail use survey at Rancho in May 1985;
3) Developing a trail etiquette flyer available on site;
4) Conducting Trail Use Information Days at Rancho using
docents, Rangers, and specially designed T-shirts;
R-88-20 Page Two
5) Contacting high school and club cross country coaches
to discourage group use or group training by runners;
6) Eliminating cross country races at Rancho;
7) Conducting several successful "Trailbusters" work days
using volunteers (most of whom were runners) on trail
work near the Farm;
8) Working with the Deer Hollow Farm staff on better
fencing and public use controls at the Farm area;
9) Investigating new trail alignments to provide a
walking-only nature trail near the entry to the
Preserve.
To help alleviate some of the spring use concerns, staff proposes
to increase the number of foot patrols on the trails in the Farm
area. This would entail the utilization of Open Space
Technicians and docents who could act in a strong public
information mode and keep an eye out for any serious offenders
and incidents. In addition, trail etiquette signs will be
installed along the main trail corridor, and some temporary
signing installed at the Preserve entries encouraging runners to
yield. This signing could also be placed in the Farm area by the
Mountain View staff as they have suggested in the past.
As part of the planning process for developing District policies
and standards for trail use, a Trail Use Needs Assessment
workshop has been scheduled for March 1 , 1988. The purpose is to
solicit public views concerning needs of various types of trail
users. Although the focus of this meeting is not specific to
Rancho San Antonio, the information will be useful in formalizing
the District-wide policies and standards which will guide the
Board and staff in resolving trail use problems at Rancho as well
as other preserves where problems now exist.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 88-02 �J
Jan. 27, 1988
CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW
Recreation 201 S. Rengstorff :avenue
Telephone: (415) 966-6331 Post Office Box 7540
January 10, 1988 Mountain View. Oa 94039
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Richard Bishop, President
Members of the Board of Directors
220 San Antonio Circle Bldg. C Ste. 135
Mountain View, Ca. 94040
Dear Richard Bishop and Members of the Board of Directors:
Over the last ten ears the City of Mountain Vie
w has enjoyed
y y toyed an open,
cooperative, successful relationship with Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District as relates to Deer Hollow Farm. Since the board will be
reviewing the land use policy at Rancho San Antonio in the near future, we
felt it appropriate and timely to voice concerns regarding runners,
�{ bicyclists and dogs on the preserve. We have also outlined suggestions
that we believe could help remedy existing problems, realizing of course
that the board may agree or disagree with the input or may have other
action in mind.
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CONCERN - RUNNERS:
The number of runners has increased over the years. (We estimate a
35-50% jump in the past year.) There has also been a dramatic rise in the
number of other visitors at the same time. The large increase of both
runners and other visitors has caused conflicts as people are there for
different reasons and do not always blend together cooperatively. We have
had several incidences of aggressive runners (especially during the
summer) who are unwilling to slow down to make way for others or
reset h f n the c t e arm a d e The foll
owing p incidences are dust
a few examples taken from the daily log kept by staff at Deer Hollow
Farm. Similar situations occur 2 to 3 times per week.
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A. 2/6/87 - A runner brushed into a staff member that was standing
completely still.
B. 2/ 19/87 - Four runners yelled at a group of students and docents to get
out of their way.
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C. 3/20/87 - Two )ers and their dogs were asked gave as dogs are
prohibited. The rui.. s were upset, but did finally le,. -.
D. 7/5/87 - A runner ran into a young girl drinking water. This runner had
previously been asked by DHF staff to be more cautious as there had been
two other incidences when visitors had complained that he pushed them
when they were hiking on the Rogue Valley trail. The runner refuses to
stop and talk with the DHF staff.
E. 9/4/87 - Two large groups.of high school runners were short cutting
the trails.
SUGGESTIONS:
1. Consider prohIbitin runnin from the c clone ate located at the
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entrance to Deer Hollow Farm (bottom of the road that leads to Mora trail),
to the gate located on the other side of Deer Hollow Farm (to the side of
the big, brown barn), which is the beginning of the trail to Wildcat Canyon
and Rogue Valley. Prohibit running on the portion of the Wildcat loop trail
where bicyclists and equestrians are presently not allowed.
02. Consider constructing a new trail for runners only. This trail would
be an extension of the existing trail, which is located adjacent to the main
road and ends at the bridge before the DHF resident home. The new trai I
could be extended to run parallel to the creekbed on the east side and end
at the entrance to the Rogue Valley trail.
03. Consider limiting running at RSA to before 9 a.m. and after 3:30 p.m.
(when RSA has the least traff is from other visitors and groups).
*4. if any running is to be allowed at RSA, consider posting signs at the
public parking lot, the St. Joseph entrance and the DHF water fountains
which state proper and courteous behavior for runners and other
visitors--brief, but specific. At this time, MROSD has fliers regarding
proper behavior for RSA visitors on the DHF blacksmith shed. These fliers
tend to be read by non runners, and often become a litter problem.
CONCERN - BICYCLISTS:
The number of bicyclists has increased, many of whom are unwilling to
follow MROSD regulations. There have been several near miss
bicyclist/visitor accidents, and bicyclists continually ride up onto the
trails where riding is prohibited.
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SUGGEST I ONS:
1. Consider prohibiting bicycling past the cyclone gate located at the
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entrance to DHF (bo` of the road that leads to Mora 1). Bicyclists
could make a right't,. . cowards Mora trail if they wan, a longer ride.
The bike racks presently located near the appleshed and the big brown barn
at DHF would need to be relocated near the cyclone gate.
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-112. Consider posting clear and visible signs stating where bicycling is
prohibited.
CONCERN - DOGS:
Presently, dogs are prohibited at RSA. We strongly support that policy and
continually try to educate the visitors. Unfortunately, there are still a
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number of times that dogs (stray and with visitors) chase deer and other
wildlife as well as the farm animals. We have visitors who bring their
dog(s) repeatedly, feigning surprise when we repeat that they are not
allowed on the preserve. This demonstrates clear disregard of MROSD
regulations, as well as a lack of fear of being fined.
UGGESTIONS
Consider signs prohibiting dogs that are clear and include the maximum
amount a person may be fined when caught breaking the regulation. The
existing signs have been misleading to a number of visitors as they think
the slash through the dog means that dogs on a leash are allowed.
Different signage would be helpful.
We appreciate your time and concern in considering this information. We
look forward to continuing our positive relationship with MROSD and
working cooperatively in remedying problem situations. We feel fortunate
that MROSD staff is comprised of such creative, intelligent professionals
that have always been helpful and enjoyable to work with.
Sincerely,
Paula Bettencourt
Recreation Director
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Recreation Supervisor
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Senior Recreation Coordinator
R-88-22
(Meeting 88-04
February 10 , 1988)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-55M
February 4 , 1988
To Board of Directors
From : Nonette Hanko
Subject : Workshop report
Dear Colleagues :
Here is my report on our interesting group discussion at
the Saturday, January 30 workshop.There were ten of us present
with Bob and I representing the Board, and Craig and Jean- the
staff. Jim Warren ( resident of Skyline ) was our first speaker;
with the following advice :
1. Include a copy of Basic Policy with the notice df meeting so that
the public will know what we are going to discuss,
2. The Board should have regular contact with community leaders
in all our communities of interest.
3. The District needs to broaden its base of support through public's
use of lands. However, increasing public use requires added ranger
staff protection, particularly fire protection and protection against
night use by a very urban-oriented public.
4. Jim encourages occasional Board meetings and workshops in the
hills and would be happy to co-ordinate such meetings .
5. Jim favors private stewardship through deed restrictions , title en-
cumbrances which would restrict property development; and suggests
a cost saving through free caretaking,provided that an appropriate
standard be established to define "caretaker
6. Jim suggests that unoccupied land has little support. Public use
provides built-in support ( who would think of closing Golden Gate
Park?) . However, the Greenbelt doesn't have to be completely gov-
ernment owned ( private stewardship ) rotection of open space is
the key and can be encumbered at a fraction of the cost
7. He recommends a quarterly newsletter from the Board to the neigh-
bors, that inLQx= the neighbors what we are doing. This would be a
different type of newsletter th4tn that sent to supporters.
Ernie Ramires ( docent for nine years
1. Ernie was concerned that the docents were not invited to the work-
shop. As a top "support " grpup, he felt that agendas and minutes
should be sent to docents on a regular basis without cost; so that
Herbert Grench,General Manager,Board of Directors.,Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Edward Shelley,Nonette Hanko,Gerry Andean,Richard Bishop
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more docents could become interested and informed in District
activities .
2 . Ernie recommends better signing of sites and dsscriptions on
maps of locations, so that docents and public can find sites and
trails
Kathy and Mike Weisberg (residents nearr Cal Water and
Huddart Park, east of Skyline ) :
1. Expressed concern as to the preservation of the redwood forests
and natural habitats. They have suffered trespassing, littering, and
off-road vehicle use on and near their property;which is located 100'
from a public trail (not District ) . Fires are one of their greatest con-
cerns. Instead of District promotion of public use , the District should
work toward adequate patrol and fire protection and educating the public
on the proper use of fragile lands and environment. Proposals to connect
public lands with trails frightens them of future public abusgparticularly
becaus►not all public lands are adequately patrolled . They believe that
docent-led tours will not be sufficient education for the larger public
use.
2 . The Weisbergs expressed interest in more and better communication
with the neighbors including public Board meetings (workshops ) in the
hills . They feel representation by hills residents on the Board to be im-
portant.
Berkeley Dreissel (former East Palo Alto Councilman, now a
Santa Clara County commissioner ) :
1 . Mr. Dreissel thinks that county and legislative representatives
should have been invited to the workshop.
2 . As al\nember of Crisis Line for the Handicap, he strongly supports
handicap facilities on District preserves ; however was uninformed
as to what provisions wFre in existence.
3 . He feels that many responsible people are being shut out as a result
of a minority of irresponsible.
4. He was complimentary of the District as to management, openess of
the Board in hearing the public' , and thinks the rangers are doing a great
job.
Roy Bradford ( resident of Palo Alto ) :
Expressed interest in providing an "open place " for young people,
with emphasis on positive outdoor educational experiences .
Craig Britton ( District Land Manager )
1. Craig's first opinion was that Skyline residents prefer the status quo,
and that compatability between the residents and the public exists
in that one doesn't have to go to the hills to enjoy them ( room to breathe ) .
However , the question is how do you get people up to the hills without
destroying the reason the land was acquired?
2 . Location of individual Preserves is an important point; and that is why
the Site Emphasis Policy is in existence. Emphasized sites such as Hassler
and Edgewood are open sites that are close to urbanization and Los Trancos
and Monte Bello ;have few neighbors to disturb. If we put a sign on every
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property , we destroy what the District is about ( wilderness Protection ) .
3 . On the subject of conservation easements, Craig says they can be
used on already developed sites but usually include no public access .
Craig prefers acquiring trail corridors .
4. Craig speaks to the importance of protecting natural resources such
as Sandstone Caves; and the District use of its wilderness--catagory.-
designation on less accessible lands . He believes that lands that are
accessible to the public be developed below a standard for development
for traditional park use.
5 . Craig is not recommending that any substantial financial increase be
made in the land management budget for development of sites at this time ,
but that these decisions be put to the future ( Boards ) .
6. Supports present basic policies .
Jean"Fiddes ( District Clerk and Administrative Services Manager )
Agrees with Craig. Believes that District must strike a balance with its
limitted resources . Jean believes that many people who support open
space , support the fact that it is there, and that not everyone needs to
be on the land. She wishes , however that people will be informed as to
what is available ( docent activities , neighbor communications , and that
our communications will reach "new" people who have had no previous
experience with District lands. ( Welcome Wagon ? )
Bob Mc Kibbin (Director and former District ranger )
Bob explains that a Director need not live in the hills to understand the
concerns of residents; and cites his own education and background as
an example.
1 . Bob points out the importance of studying and weighing the ramificat-
ions and impacts of District actions. He also states that there will be
a constant friction or competition for the use of District funds . He be-
lieves that a myth exists that the District is hiding public property.
Bob points to the overwhelming number of cars present at the major
District parking lots on the weekends .
2 . Bob supports the presence of rangers and docents on District preser-
ves , and consequent education of the public.
Additional Comments from the group :
1. Rangers talk to neighbors to develop good communications.
2 . Rangers should be invited to a right meeting for more input on the
Good Neighbor Policy.
3. Adopt a Preserve,.-a proposal for a support group for individual pre-
serves.
4. Natural History Association;-a support group proposal
5 . Democracy is best served when minority rights are protected.
P. S. III
If I missed anything substantial , or missed .tea point please correct me.
Nonette `
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TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: F.Y.I.
DATE: February S, 1988
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949-5500
January 29, 1988
Paula Bettencourt
Carolyn Knudtson
Mary Gilman
City of Mountain View
Recreation Department
210 S. Rengstorff Avenue
P.O. Box 7540
Mountain View, CA 94039
Dear Mss. Bettencourt, Knudtson and Gilman:
Thank you for your letter of January 10 , 1988 concerning a
number of issues and suggestions regarding the Rancho San
Antonio Preserve adjacent to and surrounding your Deer Hollow
Farm lease area.
Your letter was reviewed by the Board of Directors at our
January 27 meeting and was placed on the February 10 agenda
for Board discussion. David Hansen will be sending you a
copy of the February 10 agenda, as well as the staff report
for the item.
We appreciate our close working relationship and mutual interests
in protecting the public and natural resources in the vicinity
of the Farm.
Very truly yours,
Ct,
Kay Duffy, P restent
Board of Directors
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Herbert Grench,General Manager;Board of Directors:Katherine DuH)(,Robert McKibbin,Teena tianshaw,Edward Shelley,Nonette Nanko,Gerry Andean,Richard Bishop
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
OLD MILL OFFICE CENTER,BUILDING C,SUITE 135
201 SAN ANTONIO CIRCLE,MOUNTAIN VIEW,CALIFORNIA 94040
(415)949.5500
February 3, 1988
Mr. R. J. Seaby, Editor
Kings Mountain Echo
13438 Skyline Boulevard
Woodside, CA 94062
Dear Bob:
I would appreciate it very much if you would publish this
response to errors contained in your editorial and Kathy Kennedy-
Miller' s column in the January 1988 issue of the Echo, and in an
anonymous flyer that was distributed in the Kings Mountain area
prior to the MROSD public workshop on Saturday, January 30, 1988 .
The District first released to the news media a notice of
this public meeting on December 10, 1987 , six weeks before it was
to be held. The District' s "media" list consists of the editors
of 30 different newspapers and television stations , whose
combined readership/viewing audience covers the entire area from
San Francisco to San Jose, more than 1 million people. This list
has been in use for at least the past five years .
As Editor of the Echo, you are on this list and should have
received all four mailings we sent out regarding the January 30
public workshop. We mailed you a copy of the December 10, 1987
release, another release on December 24 , 1987 , and a third on
January 14 , 1988 . In addition, you were mailed a copy of the
actual agenda for this public workshop on January 8 , 1988 . The
agenda was also sent to 153 subscribers to the Board agenda
mailings, plus 10 subscribers to the Board packet mailings, plus
a list of 23 organizations , as requested by the Board.
The Peninsula Times Tribune sent reporter Mario Dianda to
cover the meeting and his article was published January 31, 1988 .
The editor of the South Skyline Association newsletter converted
the information we sent into an advertisement so that it would
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receive more prominent attention in their January 1988 issue.
What editors do with the information we provide is up to
them to publish or not, at their discretion. People may accept
or decline our personal invitations, such as the one Director
Gerry Andeen extended to you as a leader in the Kings Mountain
community, which is an important part of Ward 6, which he
represents .
k Herbert Grench,General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Edward Shelley,Nonette Hanko,Gerry Andeen,Richard Bishop
What you have overlooked is the District ' s attempts to
encourage representation by the Kings mountain community at this
public workshop. Mr. Andeen' s well-intended personal invitation
to attend the workshop was not accepted. We regret that. But
please at least give the District credit for trying.
We are looking for ways to improve communications between
the District and residents of the Kings Mountain community. I
believe that our communications to and about one another will be
best served through the use of factual information rather than
judgmental language.
The anonymous Kings Mountain flyer made an unfortunate
reference to MROSD development plans, "trash, flatlanders, etc. "
in the same sentence. Use of the term "flatlander" is
derogatory, not descriptive . The writer seemed to regard those
residents who live in the hills as superior to those who live
elsewhere. This kind of prejudice does not exist in the
District' s policies or the actions of its Board and staff. The
District ' s preserves and its Board meetings are open to everyone,
regardless of residence.
I would like to recommend this solution for everyone to be
directly informed about the Board' s agenda and meetings ,
averaging about 30 each year. Subscribe to the Board agenda
notice mailings for $10 per year. For those who wish to receive
agenda notices as well as minutes of Board meetings , the annual
subscription cost is $29 .
The subscriber can read the material at his convenience,
without the need to depend on newspapers or flyers , none of which
can afford to provide the space necessary to publish this
material verbatim. Please call our office at (415) 949-5500 to
arrange subscriptions .
Our invitation, however, stands . All District Board
meetings are public. All District open space preserves are
public. MROSD is a public agency representing more than 550 , 000
residents whose taxes support its public services .
Sincerely,
Mary E. Hale
Public Communications Coordinator
cc: Kathy Kennedy Miller, Gerry Andeen, Herbert Grench
G i a 1 ms ►vo. 66-03
Meeting 88-04
Date: Feb. 13, 1988
Amount Name Description
999 25.74 Skyline County Water District Water Service
1000 1 ,200.00 Jim Symanski Pipe Gates
1001 1 ,000.00 Tarragon Systems Accounting System Programming Changes
1002 102.72 West Publishing Company Resource Documents
1003 420.00 West Valley Community College Training Session--Rangers
Park Management Program
1004 206.51 Word Products Office Supplies
1005 26.75 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense
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CLAIMS No. 88-03
Meeting 88-04
MIDPENINSti REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DIS'I. .:T Date. Feb. 13, 1988
C L A I M S
A Amount Name Description
965 3,113.14 Ervin Alves Union Oil Jobber Fuel
966 96.14 A T S T Telephone Equipment
967 77.04 Ballou Photography Board Photos
968 2,500.00 Brauer Grading Roadwork--Skyline Ridge
969 7.42 State of California, ;.. District Boundary Maps
•Joint Publications
970 5,000.00 Clevenger Realty Appraisal Company Appraisal Services
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971 125.00 California Park & Recreation Society Conference Registration--J.Boland
972 21 .96 Crest Copies, Inc. Transparencies
973 55.00 Emergency Vehicle Systems Vehicle Repair
974 97.90 Fess Parker Red Lion Resort Conference Expense--R. McKibbin
975 25.50 Jean Fiddes Reimbursement--Documents
976 1 ,079.00 Flinn, Gray & Herterich Equipment Insurance
977 52.34 Walter Goggin Private Vehicle Expense
978 37.43 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Meal Conference
979 18.90 Harbinger Communications Computer Services
980 112.99 Hawkins Traffic Safety Supply Sins
. 981 715,786.61 Trust for Hidden Villa Easement Purchase
982 40.13 Home Plumbing Supplies Field Supplies
983 264.25 Honeywell Protection Services . Alarm Maintenance
84 .4 Hubbard
9 u and � Johnson
37 5 o Field Supplies
G 985 98.00 Key Productivity Center Seminar Registration--J. Fiddes
986 870.00 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental
987 21 .98 Lee & Associates Rescue Equipment
988 28.04 Mobil Oil Company Fuel
989 2,600.00 Stanley Norton Litigation Expense--7/87 to 9/87
990 100.00* New York State. Department of Law Statement 103 Application--1988 Note.
Issue
991 1 ,039.78 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
992 195.32 Pacific Gas & Electric Company , Utilities
993 149.48 Geoffrey Paulsen Reimbursement--File Cabinet and
Private Vehicle Expense
994 200.07 Pine Cone Lumber Company Field Supplies
995 28.55 PIP Printing Printing
996 45.47 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies
997 101 .08 San Francisco Water Department Water Service
998 5,500.00 Rick Skierka Surveying--Hosking Property
Emergency Check Issued On January 29, 1988
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CLAIMS No. 88-03
14eeting 88-04
MIDPENINSUI..__ REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTt,_,-T Date: Feb. 10, 1988
REVISED
C L A I M S
# Amount Name Description
965 3, 113. 14 Ervin Alves Union Oil Jobber Fuel
966 96.14 A T & T Telephone Equipment
967 77.04 Ballou Photography Board Photos
968 2,500.00 Brauer Grading Roadwork--Skyline Ridge
969 7.42 State of California, District Boundary Maps
Joint Publications
970 5,000.00 Clevenger Realty Appraisal Company Appraisal Services
971 125.00 California Park & Recreation Society Conference Registration--J.Boland
972 21 .96 Crest Copies, Inc. Transparencies
973 55.00 Emergency Vehicle Systems Vehicle Repair
4 0 Fess Parker Red Lion Resort --
97 97 9 Conference Expense R. McKibbin
975 25.50 Jean Fiddes Reimbursement--Documents
976 1 ,079.00 Flinn, Gray & Herterich Equipment Insurance
977 52.34 Walter Goggin Private Vehicle Expense
978 37.43 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Meal Conference
979 18.90 Harbinger Communications Computer Services
980 112.99 Hawkins Traffic Safety Supply Signs
981 715,786.61 Trust for Hidden Villa ' Easement Purchase
982 40. 13 Home Plumbing Supplies Field Supplies
983 264.25 Honeywell Protection Services Alarm Maintenance
984 37.45 Hubbard & Johnson Field Supplies
985 98.00 KeyProductivity Center Seminar Registration--J. Fidd Y g es
986 870.00 Los Alfos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental
987 21 .98 Lee & Associates Rescue Equipment
88 2 Mobil
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989 2,600.00 StanleyNorton Li -
Litigation Expense -7/$7 to 9/87
990 100.00` New York State. Department of Law Statement 103 Application--1988 Note
Issue
991 1 ,039.78 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
992 1 95.32 Pacific Gas & Electric Company . Utilities
P Y
993 149.48 Geoffrey Paulsen Reimbursement--File Cabinet and
Private Vehicle Expense
994 200.07 Pine Cone Lumber Company Field Supplies
995 28.55 PIP Printing Printing
996 45.47 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies
997 101 .08 San Francisco Water Department Water Service
998 5,500.00 Rick Skierka .Surveying--Hosking Property
Emergency Check Issued On January 29, 1988
Claims No.
Meeting 88-04
Date: Feb. 10, 1988
REVISED
Amount Name Description
999 25-74 Skyline County Water District Water Service
1000 1 ,200.00 Jim Symanski Pipe Gates
1001 1 ,000.00 Tarragon Systems Accounting System ,Programmihg Changes
1002 102-72 West Publishing Company Resource Documents
1003 420.00 West Valley Community College Training Session--Rangers
Park ,Management Program
1004 206-51 Word Products Office Supplies
1005 26-75 The Workingman's Emporium Un* iform Expense
1006 236.87 Petty Cash Field Supplies, Meal Conferences,
Seminar Expenses, Drafting and
Office Supplies, and Fuel