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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022
(415) 965-4717
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Wednesday 375 Distel Circle, D-1
November 9, 1983 Los Altos, CA 94022
AGENDA
(7:30) ROLL CALL
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
NEW BUSINESS WITH NO ACTION REQUESTED
(7:45) 1 . Status of District's 1983-84 Legislative Program H. Grench
OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
(8:25) 2. Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Manzanita Ridge Open Space
Preserve (McCoy Property) -- D. Hansen
(8:30) 3. Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Coal Creek Open Space Pre.�
serve (Stallings Property) -- D. Hansen
NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
(8:35) 4. Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve Use and Management Plan -- D. Hansen
(9:05) 5. Electrification of Bean House, Long Ridge Open Space Preserve -- C. Britton
(9:15) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
CLAIMS
CLOSED SESSION (Land Negotiations, Litigation and Personnel Matters)
ADJOURNMENT
TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: When an item you're concerned with
appears on the agenda, please address the Board at that
time. Otherwise, you may address the Board under Oral
Communications. When recognized, please begin by stating
your name and address. Conciseness is appreciated. 'we
request you coMZete the forms provided so your name and
address can be accurately included in the minutes.
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Barbara Green,Nonette G.Hanko,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Shelley,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.ftndin
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 83-27
Nov. 9, 7983
November 7, 1983
Board of Directors
Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District
373 Distel Circle
Los Altos, California, 94022
Dear Sirs :
The opportunity which is presented to preserve the
Hassler Health Home Buildings and nearby area as a center
for the study and appreciation of nature , and to develop an
attractive and functional center for creativity in the arts
is exceptional . Such a center, in addition to its service
to the general and artistic public in this area, would provide
an outstanding example of civic responsibility in the state
of California as well as an achievement which will be respected
and cited by leaders throughout the country.
The unfortunate limitation of funds which is affecting
our educational programs and forcing reduction in the
activities of public and private groups in the visual and
performing arts makes the saving and restoration of the
Hassler facilities and nature area even more crucial.
As a concerned scientist and visual artist, I urge
you to give your complete support to saving this resource for
our present and future citizens. Time and space are running
out in San Mateo County to supply these needs .
Sincerely,
Catherine A. Worthingham, Ph.D, D.Sc .
President 1520 E1 Verano Way
Peninsula Art Association Belmont, California, 94002
SACRAMENTO ADDRESS
State Capltol
Sacramento,Callfornla 95814
(916)445-8188 AssembIg
DISTRICT OFFICE
San Carlos City Hall
Second Floor
666 Elm Street /�__ t
San Carlos,CA 94070 IQ lifvrnta - igistatur e
(415)591-5544 �,y><.� ` `
ROBERT W. NAYLOR
ASSEMBLYMAN. TWENTIETH DISTRICT
ASSEMBLY REPUBLICAN LEADER
November 3, 1983
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 83-27
November 9, 1983
Board of Directors
Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle Suite D1
Los Altos, CA 94022
Dear Board Members :
I have reviewed the proposal by the San Mateo County
Arts Council regarding an artists ' complex on a portion of the
Hassler Home Property. In addition, my staff has toured the
prospective site and discussed it with Arts Council representatives .
Based on what I have learned, I am quite impressed by
this potential use of the renovated existing buildings. If the
financial and management plan is deemed acceptable by the Board,
I would urge serious consideration of this meritorious proposal.
There would certainly be great value derived by the residents of
our County and the entire State as a result of the availability
of this facility for the visual and performing arts . It also
appears to be a use that is compatible with the surrounding
environment.
While I do not underestimate the challenges that could
be faced in achieving the success of this project, my hope is that
the Arts Council and the Open Space District will reach a mutually
satisfactory agreement.
Sincerely,
ROB W. NAYLOR
RWN: sc
CC: Ruth Waters, S . M. County Arts Council
San Mateo County Arts Council
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 83-27
Nov. 9, 1983
RONALD AND ROLAYNE STORTZ
13100 MONTEBELLO ROAD
CUPERTINO , CALIFORNIA 95014
November 4 , 1983
Mr. David Hansen
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1
Los Altos , California 94022
Dear Dave:
Rolayne and I would like to extend an invitation to the Board
and interested staff to come to the Picchetti Ranch on November 12 ,
1983 , at 10 a.m. , for a tour.
This marks the end of the first year of our lease, and we would like
the opportunity to show the progress made to date.
Please let me know the approximate number of persons that might come
up. We also thank you for letting us proceed with a minimum of "red
tape" . The good working relationship has made a difficult project a
little easier to push forward.
Sincerely,
"RS/ds
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1165 Minnesota Ave. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
San Jose, CA 95125 Meeting 83-27
Nov. 9, 1983
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
GIFT FUNDS j
' lie District receives various contributions designated for
restricted uses, which are included in the general fund.
Amounts reeve ,-nand°---expended in the 1982-83 fiscal year
were as follows:
The ,District received $800.00 for a bench in memory
of Flora Lamson Hewlett. The bench was designed
and constructed by the District and placed at Los
Trancos Open Space Preserve.
Gifts in the amount of $782 . 50 were designated
towards the Open Space Newsletter for printing and
distribution.
The District also received undesignated gifts in the
amount of $1495. 00.
The Holzhauser Memorial Fund with $735. 00 was used
for the MROSD'`Docent Program in memory of Elizabeth
Holzhauser.
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November 29 198'
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Mr. Paul Benchener, President
Brittan 'ieights Condominium Association
3320 Brittan Avenue, #7
San Carlos, California 94070
Dear President Benchener:
We have not received a reply to our communication to you dated
October 24, 1983 regarding ballot measure requested for presentation
to members of the Association.
Your ediate snonse indicating; the Board's position on this
impo ma ter would be appreciated.
Sincerely,
<<
OSEPH E
3335 Brittan Avenue, ##9
San Carlos, CA 94070
cc: Catherine Judge Clarisse Eber
3335 Brittan Avenue, #9 3341 Brittan Avenue, #2
San Carlos, CA 94070 San Carlos, CA 94070
,
Judy Chandler Elinore Baum
3335 Brittan Avenue, #10 3335 Brittan Avenue, ##5
San Carlos, CA 94070 San Carlos, CA 94070
Mr. William Wilson, Association Secretary
NOTE: In other words - the proposed ballot nronosition was denied. Too bad that the
Board did not give the association members the opportunity to express themselves
on this all important matter.
The Board certainly does not speak for me and for others on this matter.
JEJudge
November 7# 1983
Mr. Paul Benchener, President
Brittan Heights Condominium Association
3320 Brittan Avenue, #7
San Carlos, California 94070
Dear President Benchener: RE: Hassler Health Home
The followins supercedes letter forwarded to you dated October 24. 1983
Consistent with established practice that all ballot propositions to be voted
on by the members of the Brittan Heights Condominium Association at the November
17, 1983 election, be made in writing, we hereby submit the following proposition:
"That we support the San Mateo County Arts Council (SMAC) proposal for the restor-
ation and use of buildings on the Hassler Property."
"That the use of the buildings be compatible with the primary needs and uses of
open space within the County of San Mateo and with the uses of lands adjacent to
the City of San Carlos."
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"To recognize that the property belongs to the Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space
Distroct (MROS Dj and that the MROSD has priority in determining the open space
usage of the property."
"We request the ballot to read as follows:
"Shall the Brittan Heights Condominium Association (BHCA) be in favor of re-
taining Hassler Health Home buildings for community uses as proposed by an
ADVISORY BOARD which will include leading members of San Mateo County►s
cultural, environmental and community organizations (including a BHCA member).
YES NO
ARGUMErITS FOR: (to accompany ballot measure)
In 1979 the members of the Brittan Heights Condominium Association formed an
assessment district in order to participate in the funding (to the extent of
V00,000) for the purchase of the Hassler Health Home property by the MROS D.
(COPY ATTACHED
To answer some of the statements made at the BHCA Homeowners' Meeting of
10/20/83 regarding the safety of the structures (i.e., earthquake safety) : At
the SMCAC's request, a County Building Inspector and several contractors have
examined the structures in detail. i e ail. They have reported the buildings are well
designed, structurally sound and conform to the building and earthquake codes
relevant to the proposed uses.
Restoration of the buildings would meet the needs of a number of community
groups, including the following:
1. Art: ;Dorking Studios for Visual and Performing Arts
2. Medical History: Treatment of TB prior to the discovery of antibiotics (1944)
3. Architecture: Preservation of Spanish Colonial Revival in Northern California
4. Landscape: Refurbish to the state of beauty they one enjoyed, i.e., over 200
species of flowers, trees, shrubs
5. Nature and Botany Trails: For both well and handicapped people
(continued)
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Mr. Paul Benchener, President 11/7/83 P.2
The San Mateo County Arts Council has the support of the following:
1. Sierra Club 5. Congressman Tom Lantos
2. Committee for Green Foothills 6. Audubon Society
3. San Carlos City Council 7. California Native Plant Society
4. San Nateo County Board of Supervisors
A chorus of support come from private citizens, taxpayers in San Mateo County
like Brittan Heights Condominium Association.
We urge your support in assisting the San Mateo County Arts Council in acquiring
the property for controlled cultural activities and to add to the enrichment of
the community, and the enhancement of San Yateo County's natural environment.
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CONSERVATION � 0 E D 0 0 . WISE USE
CANNOT T EQUATED dIl'fi E OLITI r1. ,O1�SLRVATI � MEA1�S THE
OF RESOURCES.
The SIERRA CLUB'S motto: "Not Blind Opposition to Progess, but Opposition to
Blind Progress."
Respectfully submitted:
...........
eph J dge Catherine Judge
3335 B an Ave. #9 3335 Brittan Ave, #9
San Carlos, CA. 40.70 San Carlos CA, 94070
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1�. ore Baum
335 Br ttan Ave, #10 .3335 Brittan Ave, #5
San Carlos, CA. 94070 San Carlos, CA, 94070
Clarisse Eber
3341 Brittan Ave. #2
San Carlos, CA. 94070
cc: Mr, William Wilson, Secretary Mr, Craig Mathias' Treasurer
Ms, Linda DePew, Vice President Mr, Richard Hill, Member at Large
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exceeds the assessed value of such parcel as shown on the
last available county equalized assessment roll; or. ,(2) the
total of the cost of the improvement and acquisition less
any amount to be paid toward such cost by other than special _
assessments plus all unpaid assessments and estimated amounts
exceeds the total assessment value of all lands proposed to
be assessed as shown on the last available county equalized
assessment roll; or (3) written protests are timely filed
by the owners of more than one-half of the area of the pro-
perty to be assessed for the improvement and acquisition.
We further understand, however, that by executing this
Petition we are not waiving our respective rights to notice
Of the g
proce
edings p n s under
g the Improvement
t Act of 19I1 or P our
respective rights to file written protests against the pro-
posed improvement and acquisition or against: the extent of
the district to be assessed which, if they constitute a ma-
jority in area of the land to be assessed, can only be over-
ruled by a 4/5 vote of the City Council, or our respective
rights to make a written objection, appeal or protest con-
cerning performance of the work, the assessment or diagram
or anv other act, determination or proceedings of the super-
intendent of streets or engineer.
Respectfully submitted,
NAME ADDRESS DATE A.P. No.
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F ! ! ED PETITION REQUESTING IMPROVEMENTS UNDER
THE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1911 AND PETITION
MAY 21 (' 47 479 FOR WAIVER OF INVESTIGATION PROCEEDINGS
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UNDER THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT INVESTIGA-
SAO F M. CO'tSDY, CLERK TION AND LIMITATION AND MAJORITY PROTESTS
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'YCLfRi; ACT OF 1931"
CITY dh CARLOS
TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF SAN CARLOS:
Ic is the purpose of this petition to establiish an
assessment district to participate in the funding (to the
extent of approximately $300,000) of the acquisition of
the Hassler Health Home Property for recreation and o en
.,
space Purposes by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District.
Accordingly we, the undersigned, being the owners
of more than sixty percent (60%) in the area of the proper-
ty subject to assessment within the proposed improvement
district hereinafter described, do by this petition respect-
fully request your Honorable Body to cause necessary proceed-
ings to be instituted and taken pursuant to the provisions
of the Improvement Act of 1911 (Div. VII, Streets and High-
ways Code of the State of California) for the following
public improvements:
The acquisition and imrovementoftherecreational ,
an ark area coy
a ..P .unonly_known as the Hassler Health Home
Property adjacent to the City of San Carlos.
We further respectfully petition that pursuant to
the provisions of
P Chapter 2S
P Park 3 Div
ision si on V II of the
Streets and Highways Code of the State of California, the
costs and expenses of said acquisition and improvement, in-
cluding all incidental expenses, be assessed upon a district,
the exterior boundaries of which are described in Exhibit
A attached hereto and shown on the map attached hereto as
Exhibit B.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 2804 of the
Streets and Highways Code, we hereby expressly waive the
investigation proceedings required by the "Special Assess-
ment Investigation and Limitation and Majority Protests Act
of 1931. "
We understand that by waiving these investigation pro-
ceedings we are foregoing the right to have the proceedings
under the Improvement Act of 1911 abandoned in the event
any of the following circumstances occur: (1) The estima-
ted amount proposed to be assessed upon any parcel of land
for the proposed acquisition and improvement described above
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 9422
(415)965-4717 {
MEETING NOTICE
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I BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Cancellation of November 23, 1983 Meeting
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula {
Regional Open Space District scheduled for Wednesday, November 23,
1983 has been cancelled. J
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Scheduling of Special Meeting
Tuesday, November 22, 1983
The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Ooen Space
District has scheduled a Special Meeting for Tuesday, November 22,
1983 to consider the agenda items that would have been considered
at the November 23 Regular Meeting. The Special Meeting will be
held at the District office, 375 Dist el e Circle Suite D-1 , Los
Altos, and will begin at 7:30 P.M.
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Herbert A.Grench.Genera!Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy.Barbara Green,Nonette G.Hanko.Richard S.Bishoo.E---arc G She=ley,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Nkndin
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Zve-e �,ng
Office of Controller emb`e►e 9, 1983 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
ANNA G. ESHOO
ARLEN GREGORIO
WILLIAM J. BERGMAN, JR. WILLIAM J.SCHUMACHER
CONTROLLER K.JACQUELINE SPEIER
JOHN M.WARD )
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D.L.SCHRYER
+ CO "''NTY OF SAN -���E0 ASS STANOCONTROLLER
COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER REDWOOD CITY CALIFORNIA 94063 (415)363.4777
OCT 191983
TO: BOARD OF DIRECTORS, MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DIST.
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RE? #78560 - MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE
SUBJECT: 1983-84 ESTIMATED PROPERTY TAX REVENUE-REVISED
We have estimated your 1983-84 Property Tax Revenue as follows:
SECURED X 1,6 0?, 9S 7
UNSECURED
HOPTR 9, Jf 9
BITR 70 /y5'
TOTAL /, .�r_yz'_„2
The above estimate for secured revenue does not include an allowance for
delinquencies. In 1982-83 there was a 3.19% county-wide delinquency on
the secured roll.
If you have any questions, please call Pat Bergman, at extention 1146.
Very truly yours,
W. J. BERGMAN, Jr. , CONTROLLER
WJB:PSB: jp
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M-83-132
(Meeting 83-27
*% November 9, 1983)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
October 21 , 1983
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager; M. Gundert,
Associate Open Space Planner
SUBJECT: Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the
Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve (McCoy Property)
Introduction: At your September 28 , 1983 meeting, you approved the
proposed addition to Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve - McCoy
property (see report R-83-39, dated September 22, 1983) . You also
tentatively adopted the use and management recommendations contained
in the report and indicated your intention to withhold the property
from dedication.
In accordance with the Land Acquisition Public Notification Procedures,
as amended at your September 14 , 1963 meeting (see memorandum M-83-106 ,
dated August 31 , 1983) , final adoption of the interim use and
management plan was deferred until close of escrow on the property
to allow for public comment. Escrow on the McCoy property closed
on October 20, 1983 . To date, staff has received no additional
public comments.
Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the interim use and
management plan as contained in report R-83-39, and withhold the
property from dedication as public open space.
SACRAMENTO ADDRESS
State Capitol
Sacramento,California 95814
(916)445-8188 Ass emb 11 g
DISTRICT OFFICE
San Carlos CItY Hall
Second Floor
666 Elm Street
Sa(Carlos,CA 415)591 5544°'° Ta1if111`1 ht TYagistat re
ROBERT W. NAYLOR
ASSEMBLYMAN, TWENTIETH DISTRICT
ASSEMBLY REPUBLICAN LEADER
November 3, 1983
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 83-27
November 9, 1983
Board of Directors
Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle Suite D1
Los Altos, CA 94022
Dear Board Members :
I have reviewed the proposal by the San Mateo County
Arts Council regarding an artists ' complex on a portion of the
Hassler Home Property. In addition, my staff has toured the
prospective site and discussed it with Arts Council representatives .
Based on what I have learned, I am quite impressed by
this potential use of the renovated existing buildings. If the
financial and management plan is deemed acceptable by the Board,
I would urge serious consideration of this meritorious proposal.
There would certainly be great value derived by the residents of
our County and the entire State as a result of the availability
of this facility for the visual and performing arts . It also
appears to be a use that is compatible with the surrounding
environment.
While I do not underestimate the challenges that could
be faced in achieving the success of this project, my hope is that
the Arts Council and the Open Space District will reach a mutually
satisfactory agreement.
Sincerely,
ROB W. NAYLOR
RWN: sc
CC : Ruth Waters, S . M. County Arts Council
San Mateo County Arts Council
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 83-27
Nov. 9, 1983
RONALD AND ROLAYNE STORTZ
13100 MONTEBELLO ROAD
CUPERTINO , CALIFORNIA 95014
November 4 , 1983
Mr. David Hansen
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1
Los Altos, California 94022
Dear Dave:
Rolayne and I would like to extend an invitation to the Board
and interested staff to come to the Picchetti Ranch on November 12 ,
1983 , at 10 a.m. , for a tour.
This marks the end of the first year of our lease, and we would like
the opportunity to show the progress made to date.
Please let me know the approximate number of persons that might come
up. We also thank you for letting us proceed with a minimum of "red
tape" . The good working relationship has made a difficult project a
little easier to push forward.
Sincerely,
Ronald Stortz
RS/ds
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M-83-133
A. (Meeting 83-27
lqs�l Nov. 9, 1983)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
November 2, 1983 j
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Status of District's 1983-84 Legislative Program
Introduction: On April 27, 1983 you adopted an updated Legislative Program for
the 1983-84 legislative session based upon recommendations of your Legislative
Committee and me (see memorandum M-83-43 dated April 11 , 1983) . In September
you received a written progress report on priority legislative items as part of
the semi-annual program evaluation process (see memorandum M-83-108 dated Septem-
ber 6, 1983) . I have also given informational reports, memos, and copies of
letters over this period to keep you abreast of District actions and Sacramento
happenings. Since the first half of the legislative session is now over, it is
appropriate to present an update on the status of the Legislative Program and to
begin to formulate specific new proposals (if any) for the second half of the
session.
Discussion: The attached table is an extension of the updated Legislative Program
table presented in April and gives the current status of various items. Bills
which have not passed their houses of origin by now are very probably dead.
A very important item of progress relating to the State's Burleigh Murray Ranch
area and not shown in the table is a carryover from last year and early this year
when, partly due to the District's efforts, the Ranch was designated as a unit of
the State park system. As a result of considerable effort on the District's part,
the State Department of Parks and Recreation agreed that the adjacent Rancho Ray-
mundo property owned by the Peninsula Open Space Trust would be an excellent State
addition to the Ranch unit and provide a connection between Skyline Boulevard and
the Ranch. We were able to get $450,000 in State Land and Water Conservation Funds
allocated toward the purchase via the State budget process . Later we had to
return to the Legislature a second time via AB 1430 to correct some unworkable
budget control language relating to joint State-MROSD management of the Burleigh
Murray-Rancho Raymundo unit and the District's Whittemore Gulch Open Space Preserve.
In addition to the bills listed on the table, the District has been following a
host of other legislation. These bills are shown on the attached September 30,
1983 Legislative Summary and Status Report prepared by California Advocates for the
California Special Districts Association (CSDA) .
Many of these bills are on the CSDA list as a result of District inquiries; we
receive notice of bills of interest from a number of sources. Our annotations
reflect the adopted or tentative positions and degrees of interest in these bills.
There are also some other bills and issues we have been following which do not
show up on this list.
M-83-133 Page two
Recommendation: I recommend that the Legislative Committee meet in the near future
with staff to recommend to you any new legislative proposals of benefit to the
District which might be introduced in 1984.
Ralph Heim, the District's Legislative Advocate in Sacramento, will be on hand at
your November 9 meeting to summarize the 1983 legislative year in Sacramento and
to give his insights as to what 1984 holds in store.
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The MROSD Legislative Program as of April 27, 1983 and the Status of Legislation Updated to -November 1 , 1983
Support/
Item Oppose/
No. Bill No. Lead Author No Position Priority Summary and Status . as.of 4/27/83. . Status as of 11/l/83
S A Protection of the District's share of the property tax In spite of the State's financial
Comment: At this point the District's share is intact problems which affected funding
for both the current state budget and the proposed 1983- for cities and counties, special
84 budget. The Committee reviewed but agreed it was pre- districts were not hurt for the
mature to take a stand on the various tax reform proposals current fiscal year, except for
that have been introduced. Pursuance of the split roll not receiving a 4 cost-of-living
p increase in the Business Inven-
concept or other reasonable and appropriate tax increase tory Tax Relief subvention.
measures should be supported actively, but support of
specific legislation would be contingent upon review of ,--�
the actual language of the measure(s). Funded .by the Legis. in the a. .ant
2a - S A Continuation of Roberti-Z'berg program - - - - - - _ _ _ _ of $5 llon cut by the Gov. to
$2.5 million.. Current bill for
b - - S A Recovery of $90,000 in Roberti funds lost in 1981-82 due program continuation is AB 737.
to State's freeze of disbursement and reversion to ---No success as yet; prospects dim.
General Fund
3a AB 2099 Farr S A Proposed 1983 State park bond acts AB 2099 passed the Assembly and
is in Senate Comm. Allocation
b AB 2116 Costa S A Comment: Support bills strongly with adequate fundinq _ formul improved (pistrict com-
for local agencies and fair allocation formula, such as mented� but nee ds further work.
Roberti-Z'berg formula. AB 2116 is in Assembly Committee.
c SB 203 McCorquodale S C 1980 State Park Bond Act clean-up legislation Approved by Governor.
4a AB 1545 Hannigan S B Modification of code relating to tax increment financing AB 1545 passed the Legis. but was
b SB 617 McCorquodale S B for redevelopment agencies in order to help prevent vetoed; similar bill expected to
SB 431 Marks S B abuses of the intent of redevelopment law and to provide be introduced in 1984. SB 617
assed the Senat && is n m.
for equitable treatment of affected agencies eomm.--a strong ill . S� 44�s
5a AB 555 Campbell S B EBRPD sponsored bill to grant public entities limited in Senate Comm.
immunityto liability from hazardous recreational activi- Approved by Gov. A significant
y `-'advance for public entities.
ties.
b AB 1866 Bradley S C Improvement of evidence rules for public agencies re- In Assembly Committee,
lating to dangerous conditions of public property.
c AB 1867 Bradley S C Change in joint and several liability law to limit a In Assembly Committee.
public entity's liability to those damages allocated to
that entity
d SB 575 Foran S C See AB 1867 In Senate Committee.
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Significant improvements in
6a AB 215 Cortese 0 C Relinquishment of Public Trust from Pete's Harbor Legislature. Approved by Gov.
b SB 834 Nielsen 0 B Relinquishment of Public Trust from certain San Francisco Passed Senate; in Assembly Comm.
Baylands
7a AB 746 Campbell S C EBRPD sponsored bill amending Public Resources Code to Approved by Governor.
a increase force account limits
b SB 211 Lockyer S C EBRPD sponsored bill amending PRC to allow leases by Approved by Governor.
EBRPD for up to 50 years for park and recreation purposes
c AB 385 Campbell NP - EBRPD sponsored bill amending portion of PRC relating to Passed Assembly; in Senate Comm.
vehicular recreation trails
d - - - - Mandated review desired by EBRPD of development or zoning AB 696 approved by Governor: no
changes near district lands. amendments covering regiona.*"�
Comment: Not currently needed by MROSD. Referred park and open space distric4-. .
AB 696 to EBRPD.
8 AB 1848 Clute 0 B Would allow a city to override LAFCO and veto annexa- In Assembly Committee.
tion to or formation of a special district within
city's sphere of influence
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LEGISLATIVE SUMMARY AND STATUS REPORT
FOR
CALIFORNIA SPECIAL DISTRICTS ASSOCIATION +
Legend MROSD POSITIONi
(HP - No Position)
O - Oppose (NI - No Interest)
S - Support
W - Watch
Senate Bills
Bill No.
and Author Summary Position Status
SB 10 W Water resources development: peripheral W Sen. Agriculture
A y a 1 a f' canal. & Water Resources
SB 15 Water facilities S Sen. Agriculture
Ayala & Water Resources
SB 32 a�/j10 Local agencies: bonds W Sen. Local Govt.
Montoya
SB 45 Allocation of state funds to the city, W Approved by Gov.
Ayala county, or city and county for state Chapter 396
construction projects.
SB 47 1 Local agencies: incorporation: S Approved by Gov.
Presley boundary changes Chapter 53
SB 78 Streets & highways: storm damage W Approved by Gov.
Lockyer loans. Chapter 1064
SB 79 ! Unemployment insurance: pension offset. W Approved by Gov.
Davis Chapter 1103
SB 92 t Municipal water districts. S Sen. Agriculture
Ayala & Water Resources
SB 95 Ale First Validating Act of 1983. S Approved by Gov.
Marks Chapter 9
!I SB 96 ��1 / Second Validating Act of 1983."���••• Marks S Approved by Gov.
Chapter 648
SB 97 Third Validating Act of 1983. S Approved by Gov.
Marks
. Chapter 638
Bill No.
& Author SUL y os.ition. Status
r
SB 107 0/1 Local public agency employees: salaries CS- Senate Local
Ellis ceilings. Government
SB 227 N Water districts: saline conditions. S Approved by Gov.
Stiern Chapter 57
SB 120 V)/ Property taxation. _ O Senate Revenue &
Vui ch Taxation
SB 127 '� G Local fiscal affairs Oppose To Governor
Marks less amended
SB 246 i - Calif. Debt Advisory Commission S Approved by Gov.
Craven local agencies: bond interest Chapter 293
SB 165 }// , Property tax revenues. S Approved by Gov.
Davis lr11 Chapter 828
SB 174 V_)t I,�jo Fiscal affairs. W Senate Finance
Beverly /
SB 195 i Community services districts: W Senate Local.
Stiern traffic controls Government
SB 201 HI Monterey Peninsula Water Management Approved by Gov.
Mello Vj s District. Chapter 767
SB 203 (c) Parks and recreation: local- assistance S Approved by Gov
McCorquodale grants. Chapter 233
SB 211 �% P State parks: concessions: regional park W Approved by Gov.
- _ Lockyer districts: leases. Chapter 457
SB 215 NI Special Districts
Johnson Approved by Gov.
Chapter 1209
SB 216 1-1611-4p Geologic hazard abatement districts: main- S' Approved by Gov.
Beverly tenance. assessments. Chapter 687
SB 224 L, } Environmental quality: environmental impact 0
Ayala `'� reports: duties of responsible agencies. C by Gorr.
Chapter
689
SB 240 N Ballot statements: bonded indebtedness. S Failed passage in
Ellis Elec. Reapp. & CA
SB 255 Local agency formation commissions:
(� S Approved by Gov.
Marks special district representation. Chapter 427
SB 271 VJ � D Community facilities districts. W Senate Local
Mello f Government
SB 274 Workers' compensation.
Senate O Se Indus tr_a1
B. Greene Relations
SB 322 J/ Local agency formation commissions:
o O On Inactive Fire
Craven %J � spheres of influence.
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Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
SB 343 rjl Colorado River Board W Approved by Gov.
Presley Chapter 564
SB 372 -f � San Benito Co. flood control. W Approved by Gov.
Mello t" Chapter 402
SB 378 U% Local agency formation commissions. S Approved by Gov.
Marks / With amts. Chapter 470
SB 38.9 n/ Deposit of public money: local agencies. S Approved by Gov. -
Beverly Chapter 205
SB 428 Colusa County flood control and water W Approved by Gov.
Nielsen conservation. Chapter 926
SB 43.1 ���s Redevelopment plan. W Senate Local
Marks Government
SB 445 �/ Local agencies.
Ayala /�f S Approved by Gov.
Chapter 252
SB
Montoya CJf Fire services. 0 Vetoed by Gov.
SB 51.3 P Property taxation: exemption.
W Senate Revenue
w Speraw /� & Taxation
SB 553 N I Municipal water .district taxes. 0 Approved by Gov.
Craven Chapter 109
SB 572 JIx P Subdivisions: land & fees for parks S Assem. Sousing &
Foran and recreation. Ccmamuzity Develoo.
SB 575C f Joint & several liability. W Senate Judicfa.rg
Foran
SB 617 Oje, A Community redevelopment.redevelo ment
j S Assembly Revenue
McCorquoda e - & Taxation
SB 628 k)//V P Mosquito abatement.
S Approved by Gov.
McCorquodale Chapter 1055
SB 632 k/ 1 Sewer charges: collection on tax roll. S Approved by Gov.
McCorquodale Chapter 321
SB 637 ��fj� Local public agency employer-employee S Failed passage on
McCor uodale relation -
q s, unlawful employment practices. Senate float
SB 648 L(jI Community facilities. S Approved by Gov.
Richardson Chapter 609
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Sill No.
& Author Summa
SB 677 W Position Status
/O C Public pensions & retirement allowances:
Seymour
maximum limitations. 0
-Referred to
Interim study
53 1182 Old Environmental quality: environmental
Seymour impact reports. duties Of responsible 51 Assembly Natural
agencies. Resources
S3 712
vui ch I Uniform District election Law. 5 APPXOved by Gov.
SD 713 01
Presley State Par* sy Chapter ter 336
APPZOved by, Gov.
SD 716 0/v Groundwater exportation. Chapter 439
Doolittle
Sen. Agri.
SD 729 U-)1,4 P State-mandated local Programs.
Resources
R-1chardson
S' Failed Passage in
SB 735 N 1 Amended - no Senate Finance
Torres longer Of Interest. W
SB 737 1/ Local
Torres I public agency employer-employee
0 Sen. Govt.
S3 745 uJC�4(' Coastal' Z6-nesi-,wei'lands. organization
Carpenter
S, Assembly Natural
S2 747 W Resources
7 -Ayala //V Counties: contracts for services to cities.
APPXOved by Gov.
S3 749 Municipal reorganizations Chapter 225
Ayala elections. Senate Rules
541 761 W
'//" (-)- Local public agency
Russell relations: supervisory employer_em'Ployee S
employees. Sen. Govt. r.
S3 794 Local-state agency relationships hips - OPR.
Assm. Gov,,t
S3 801 Self-insurance: local governm Organization
Robbins governmental entities. S
Sen- Ins. Claims
SB 802 & Indemnity
Insurance: self-insured loc
Robbins al
entities. governmental 0 Sen. Ins. Claims
SB 803 & Indemnity
Insurance:
Robbins self-insurance 0
governmental entities. f local S
Sen- Ins. Claims
& Indemnity
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CSDA 9130183
Bi11 No. _
& Author Summary Position Status
SB 804 VJ/1f Insurance: self-insured local govern- 0 Sen. Ins. , Cl
Robbins mental entities. & Indemnity
SB 806 ; Redevelopment and Musing. Approved by Gov
Marks Chapter 478
+ SB 834 VJ Swamp and tidelands. W Assembly Natural
Nielsen Resources
SB 839 /+f t Santa Clara Valle Water District. WApproved by
McCorquodale y Chapte 610 Gaa_
SB 845 �' 1 Air pollution: subventions. S Approved by Gov_
Keene Chapter 749
SB 863 Fiscal affairs. W Senate Gov`t
Petris Orga nI zation
SB 892 /l Local agencies: fees: trust account. O Approved by Gov-
L. Greene �^ Chapter 921
SB 893 tl) 1 Environmental quality: local general S Assembly Natural
L. Greene plans and environmental impact reports. Resources
SB 925 ; to District Reorganization Act of 1965. 0 Failed passage in
Maddy 0,`� Sen. Finance
SB 936 "-� f� Community redevelopment: California Debt S Approved
by _
P
McCorquodale Advisory Commission. Chater1123�v
SB 980 N t Administrative regulations. W Assembly Gov't
Dills Organization
SB 982 Counties: advisory boards. S Failed passage in
Vui ch " Assembly Health
SB 996 LL' Park and recreation operating agreements. S Senate Finance
Mello
SB 997 ���'r Urban waterfront restoration: financing To Governor
Mello .
s
SB 998 County taxes. W Failed passage in
Mello Sen. Rev.& Tax_
SB 1015 t,) , f Community redevelopment: California Debt 5 Approved by Go7.
Montoya � (' Advisory Commission. Chapter 366
SB 1045 Lt) Local government. S Approved by Gov.
Lockyer ,' `.F Chanter 534
SB 1059 Open-space lands. W Approved by Gov.
ll ^del l o Chapter 924
SB 1107„jf: Improvements: reimbursement. S Approved by Gov.
Ayala i` Chapter 704
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CSDA 9130183
Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
SB 1152 VJ111 P Local government: special meetings. W Sen. Local
Rosenthal Goverment
SB 1161 V) G Parks and recreation. S Sen. Nat. Res.
Roberti !' j
& Wildlife
SB 1162 Pan Pacific Park. W Sen. Nat. Res.
Roberti & Wildlife
SB 1166 C , 'California Infrastructure Bond Authority. O Senate Finance
Marks
SB 1232 f/1 Amended - no longer of interest. S
McCorquodale
SB 2249 Open space subventions. S Approved by Gov.
Marks Chapter 483
SCA 12 ���(� Property talc exemption. S Sen. Rev. & Tax.
Speraw & Const. Amdts.
SCA 13IJC/5 Property taxation. S Failed passage in
Boatwright Sen. Rev. & Tax
SCA 16L011V ° Water resources development. S Senate Const.
Johnson _ ��'
SCA 19 HI Chartered counties: powers. S Sen. Local Gov`t
McCarquodale & Const. Amndts.
k '
SCA 23 WY4 P Financing local government. W Assem. Rev. & Tax
Garamendz
CCA 26 LO C Public finance. S Sen_ Local Gout.
Scymour
SCR 8 Nj� ,Tt. Rules: vote requirement for state- S Failed passage ir:
Marks mandated local program bills. Senate Rules
i
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Assembly Bills
Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
AB 3
fn/!a O i1 severance tax
. Re
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Bates agencies
AB 14 u1 f OV Cities: island annexations. S Approved by Gov.
Campbell Chapter 298
AB 26 Local agencies: temporary borrowing. S. Approved by Gov.
Elder Chapter 489
AB 30 WCID Clajms against public entities: W Approved by Gov, _
McAlister rejection. Chapter 107
AB 32 tI State taxes: carryover operating loss. W Approved by Gov.
Katz Chapter 959
AB 35 UJIAIP Environmental quality: agricultural s Assembly Nat'l
Hannigan land. Resources
B 3 -/$ Open-space lands. W Assembly Local
Hannigan Government
AB 39 nJ �� Tax losses reserve funds. O Approved by. Gov.
Hannigan Chapter 407
AB 58 v1 Oil severance tpx; reimbursement to local W Assembly Revenue
Bates agencies. & Taxation
AB 72 LO C�r� � Eliminates states reimbursement to local W Assembly Revenue
Floyd agencies. & Taxation
AB 76 LdIAP Oil severance tax: reimbursements of S Assembly Revenue
Young local agencies. & Taxation
AB 78 / "r' Oil severance tax: reimbursement of W Assembly Revenue
Young local agencies. & Taxation
AB 91 N Firefighters Procedural Bill of Rights O Vetoed by Gov.
Cortese ' Act.
AB 107 /J Local government: subventions: cities. W Assembly Ways &
Stirling
Me
ans
AB 122 I Economic poisons: local
!✓ o a1 regulation.egulation. S Assembly
Kelley Agriculture
AB 127 Local agencies: deferred compensation. S Approved by Gov.
Stirling
Chapter 42
AB 130 /,/I Unemployment insurance: state extended 0 Held in Fin. &
Floyd duration benefits. Ins. w/o rec.
AB 136 Economic
poisons: county agricultural S Approved by Gov.
Kelley y commissioners. Chapter 593
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Bill No. .k . .,
& Author '"luminary _ "osition Status
AB 151 Jp County, county service area & county S Approved by Gov:
Hannigan waterworks district fees Chapter 295
AB 171 0/5 Personal income taxes: volunteer service W Assembly Revenr�
Nolan credit. & Taxation
AB 178 I/► Water rights. S Assembly Water,
N. Waters Parks & Wildlife
AB 189 `'��� Taxation. W Assembly Ways &
Hannigan N P Means
AB 215 u)Cl/,�, Petals Harbor; swamp & overflowed W Approved by Gov.
Cortese // lands. Chapter 447
AB 231 N / Fiscal affairs: block grants: aged S Approved by Gov.
Young persons. Chapter 832
A8 255 uJ�,�p Community services districts. S Approved by Gov.
Leonard Chapter 343
AB 256 IV Big Bear City Community Service District W Approved by Gov.
Leonard & San Gorgonio Pass Water Agency. Chapter 42
AB 260 u.J Cjo 7 Property tax allocations. Assembly Ways &
Roos
Means
AB 304 Al Hazardous Substance Account: tax. S Approved by Garr.
N. Waters
:. .. Chapter 205
9
AB 314 _. County Employees Retirement Law of 1937: O Assembly Public
Felando benefits. Employment & Ret.
A8 316 A// Water districts. S Approved by Gov.
Cortese Chapter 612
AB 323 LA)%t/10 Local agency investments. S Approved by Gov.
Robinson
Chapter 567
AB 337 _ Municipal water district contracts - Approved by Govern.-
Kelley force account. Chapter 63
AB 346 V✓1,1p Polygraph tests - public employees. S Vetoed by Gov.
Floyd
AB 361 LJC, Subventions to local government. S. Assembly Revenue &
Lancaster/ Taxation
AB 377 We , Property taxation: excess valuation. S Approved by Gov.
Roos �/ Chapter 491
AB 385 U)%F' Regional park districts: East Bay: W Sen. Natural Res.
Campbell vehicular recreational facilities. & Wildlife
AB 393 +•Jf � Emergency services S Approved by Gok
Frazee
Chaster 1266
AB 427 Fiscal affairs: deflator. W Failed
f
passage in
Bradley ,, Assam. Ways & Means
-8- CSDA 9130183
Bill NO.
& Author Summary Position Status
AB 468 Vji1Vp Unemployment ins. : extended duration O To Inactive File
Campbell benefits.
AB 487 OIX p Polygraph tests: public employees. S Assembly Labor
Chacon & Employment
AB 498 v3fX P Local agency formation conmil ssions: S Approved Z7 Gov.
Cortese spheres of influence. Chapter 27
AB 522 141 State-mandated local costs. S Assembly Ways
Bader & Means
AB 532 W c C State
to Park and Recreation Commission: (' c &sm.. Water, Parks
Goggin powers. ��. �- ildl.ife
AB 544 UJ/��, Fire suppression assessments. W Approved by Gov.
Cortese / Chapter 303
AB 546 �`'/�P Districts: .initiative procedure. S Approved by Gov.
Isenberg Chapter 125
AB 555 Lm C- Public liability. S Approved b Gov.
Chapter y
. 863
AB 603 u3C- 7 Environmental quality exemptions. O Assembly Natural
Bradley Resources
AB 605 � Count water districts: standbyassess- Approved b Gov.
y . S PP y
Lewis ments. Chapter 55
AB 612 ct� Improvement Act of 1911: bonds: interest S Approved by Gov.
Moore rates. Chapter 96
AB 619 4 P Subventions to local agencies. O Assembly Ways
Frazee & Means
AB 627 ( Otay Municipal Water District. W Assembly Local
Peace Government
AB 631 (Policemen of any district) Workers' O Approved by Gov.
McAlister Compensation: public safety employees. Chapter 762
AB 634 LAJIlV e Ventura county flood control. W Assembly Local
McClintock
Government
AB 641 PfI Central San Joaquin Water Conservation W Approved by Gov.
Johnston ` District charges. Chapter 444
AB 653 l) Disposition of fines and forfeitures. S
, Approved by Gorr.
Papan
Chapter 979
AB 677 sell Utilities: electricity and gas rates: S Assembly Util.
Frizzelle sewage processing. & Comm. Held w/o rec.
AB 681 California water district assessments.. S Approved by Gov.
Jones Chapter 162'
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I
Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
AB 695 tx)lAlto Local agency investments S Approved by Gov.
Cortese Chapter 550
AB 696 wc./N P
Counties & cities: referral of land S Approved by Gov.
CorteseCx.Y# " use proposals. Chapter 860
AB 729 N I Community services districts - S Approved by Gov.
N. Waters hydroelectric power. Chapter 200
AB 737 `dlS Open space and recreation facilities S Assembly Water,
Harris assistance. Par*v& Wildlife
AB 746 t4; Park districts - general manager S Approved by Gov.
Campbell powers. Chapter 48
AB 752 Water agencies. S Approved by Goa"'.
N. Waters Chapter 1019
AB 752 10 Public .utility districts: S Approved"by Gov:
N. Waters Kirkwood Meadows Chapter 733
AB 754 ^/1 Cities: annexations. 0 Inactive file
Seastrand
AB 785 /,/ t Cities: annexations. S Approved by
Isenberg Governor Ch. 98
AB 788 '`ff f Parks 6 recreation capital outlay: W Approved by Gov(
Bates East Bay Shoreline Project. Chapter 528
AB 797 fv'! Water: management planning. O Approved by Gov.
- Campbell Chapter 1009
AB 823 /J County water district directors. S
Approved b ed
PP y Gov.
Bergeson Chapter 572
AB 837 e Local agencies: bond interest. S Assembly Local
Cortese Government
AB 838 ` City incorporation: district .formation. S
✓�� Senate Local
Cortese
Government
Ara 839
f7)r' Cities: incorporation: appropriations. S Senate Local
Cortese
Government
AB 841 01lVe Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act. S Assembly Local
Cortese Government
AB 852 v)lWp Santa Clara Valley Water District. W Assembly Local
Cortese tr�� Government
AB 856 IVI County sanitation districts. 0 Approved by Gov.
Bradley Chapter 117
AB 859 UL Public liability. S Assembly Judi-
Bradley ciary
-10- CSDA 9130183
Bill NO.
& Author Summary Position Status
AB 898 Cities: annexation, incorporation. W Assembly Local
Cortese Government
AB 914 IJ//1 P Subdivisions: in-lieu fees for parks: S Assembly Local
Roos .interest income. Government
AB 924 LO/,}P Special districts: reorganization. S Assembly Local
N. Waters _ Government
AB 941 tL) Local agency formation commissions: S Assembly Local
Bradley spheres of influence. Government
AB 976 �4 Irrigation districts: indebtedness. S Approved by Gov.
Costa Chapter 871
AB 977 n! 1 Cities: -annexation, detachment, reorgani- G Assembly Local
Costa za ti on. Government
AB 978 I Flood control districts. S Approved by Gov.
Baker Chapter 815
AB 992 L-J)G f5 Public liability. S Failed passage in
Frizzelle Assem. Judiciary
AB 1012 Groundwater resources. S Assembly Water,
Campbell Parks & WiIdlif°e
AB 1015 � Hazardous waste: hauling and disposal. G Approved by Gov.
Killea Chapter 1037
AB 1016 � 1 Local agency formation commissions. S Approved by Gov.
Killea Chapter 596
AB 1032 � Counties: public works contracts. S Assembly Local
�
Goggin Govezzme3nt
AB 1051 W C/ Public entity property acquisition: relo- S Assembly Housing
Bader 5 cation assistance. & Comm.Develo .
P
AB 1072 wC.,h-Cities: annexation procedures: Santa Clara W Approved by Gov.
Cortese ` County. Chapter 382
c'C S
AB 1073 t j` ,-, Property taxation: allocation of revenues. Senate Local
Cortese Government
AB 1080 U-,'C�$ Public liability. rGry Assembly
Frizzelle Judiciary
AB 1084 '��_'', Housing. 0
Senate local
Hughes ","1 Government
AB 1102 + f Fire protection districts: board size. Approved by Gov.
Condit Chapter 566
-11- CSDA 9130183
Bill No.
& Author_ 5 :ry sition Status
AB 1116 ^; 1 Municipal utility districts. S Assembly Local
Baker Government
AB 1123 idt Public utilities: property. S Sen. Energy
Moore Public Utilities
AB 1127 �,/ ► Amended, no longer of interest.
Floyd
AB 2242 ,,J ► Kern County Water Agency: elections. S. Approved•by Gov.
Rogers Chapter 620
AB 1146 OlAi Amended, no longer of interest.
Campbell
AB 1200 W/ P Public Finance. W To Governor
Connelly
AB 1202 fy � water resources development funds. W Failed passage in
Bates Assem. Water, Parks
8 Wildlife
AB 1223 'djfJ Fire protection services. assessments. S Approved by Gov.
Johnston Chapter 360
AB 1216 �/ � Public safety officers: peace officers. S Approved by Gov.
Cortese Chapter 964
AB 1231 � /f Surplus state land: sale to local agencies: S Approved by Gov
Alatorre reversion. Chapter 582
AB 1234 tub F Redevelopment agencies: assessment and S Assembly Local
Frazee taxation. Government
AB 1235!d�
Fraz (!''
� Fiscal affairs. S Senate Local
ee
Government
AB 1239 ? Local agency formation commissions. Senate Local
8eastrand Government
AB 1256 11 r Public liability. S Approved by Gov.
McAlister Chapter 1087
AB 1316 LJ/a Land use. w Assembly Local
Bradley Government
AB 1318 �� � Cities: leasing property. S Approved by Gov.
Bradley Chapter 166
AB 1324 1/ Local agency formation commissions: spheres W Assembly Local
Bradley of influence. Government
AB 1326 Gc c/ Cities, counties: planning. 0 Assembly Local
Bradley c Government
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Bill -No.
& Author Suz si Lions Status
AB 1336 Firefighters. S Assembly Finance
Floyd & Insurance
ce1 _
AB 1344 �,�✓t� Secretary of the Resources Agency: arbores W Approved by Gov.
N. Waters cent prototype park: project. Chapter 452
AB 1369 Irrigation district: officers. W Approved by Gov.
Peace Chapter 577
AB 1396 � r County waterworks districts: standby S Approved by Gov.
Floyd charges.y Chapter 718
AB 1397W 1 Water: charges for fire protection services. S Assembly Water,
Floyd Parks & Wildlife
AB 2398 u>, Public works: public agency employees. O Assembly Labor
Floyd & Employment
AB 1412 IV / Employer Advisory Panel. * W Senate Industrial
Stirling Relations
AB 1416 td/j P Reimbursement to local agencies and S Assembly Revenue
Stirling school districts. & Taxation
AB 2429 Ventura Regional Sanitation. District. W Approved by Gov.
Wright Chapter 390
AB 1430u%c (f Parks & recreation: state park system S To Governor Gov r or
Wright concession contracts &. city & county
�- V, day use fees.
AB 1438 V] Payment of interest by the state. S Assembly Gov't
Filante Organization
AB 1458 ,^a Municipal water district taxes. 0 Senate Agric. &
Elder Water Resources
AB 1459 LAX Elections: districts or agencies.
S Approved F% b Gov.
f
� y
Klehs Chapter 822
. P
AB 1463 LL Environmental quality: impact reports. W Assembly Nat'l
Kelley ° r+ Resources
AB 1488 Development projects: approval or disap- S A
t. . � Pproved by Gay.
Lancaster proval: time limitations. Chapter 823
AB 1489 Irvine Ranch & Moulton-Niguel Water S
Bergeson � � Districts: n g Approved by Gov.
g bonds Chapter 676
AB 1491 N j Irvine Ranch Water District. S Approved by Gov.
Bergeson Chapter 330
AB 1496 I/ I Sanitary districts: leases of property. S Approved by Gov.
Bergeson Chapter 420
AB 1514 W1 1' Public records: segregation of exempt S Assembly Gov't
Alatorre information. Organization
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Bill No.
& Author Sumr si.Lion Status
AB 1526 VI Public utilities: board of directors. W Senate Energy &
Hayden Public consumer representation studies. Public utilities
AB 2532 t`lr Pete's Harbor: swamp & overflowed W Assembly Ways
Cortese lands. Means
AB 1545 0 C Community redevelopment. r0 Vetoed by Gov.
Hannigan
AB 1580u4jN p Local government: salaries. 0 Approved by Gov.
Klehs Chapter 906
AB 2603 ,VI Public utility districtg: benefit S Assembly Local
N. Waters assessments. - Government
AB 1609 W14 P Land use: school and fire facilities. S Senate Local-
N. Waters Government
AB 2626 u)/g p State-mandated local programs. S Assembly Revenue
Bader & Taxation
AB 1659 V Community energy authorities. 0 Senate Energy &
Farr Public Utilities
AB 1666 IL)//f P Uniform Public Construction Cost S Approved by Gov.
Cortese Accounting Act. Chapter 1054
AB 1671 ,�� Public liability. S Failed passage in
Bradley Assembly Judi
AB 2716 � I Public contracts. S Assembly Gov't
F i lante Organi za tian
AB 1727 � G Coastal restoration & enhancement bonds . To rnacti7e File
Bates
AB 1737,.)l p Environmental quality: environmental S To Governor
Goggin J impact reports.
AB 1739 uJA P Parklands: coastal zone: agricultural W Conference Comm.
Goggin use.
AB 1772 A ( Amended - no longer of interest
Pa pan
AB 1801 nJ I Municipal utility districts' bonds. W Approved by Gov.
Connelly Chapter 394
AB 1802 Municipal utility district indebtedness. W Approved by Gov.
Connelly Chapter 430
AB 1803 ,�( Public drinking water. S Approved by Gov.
Connelly Chanter 882
AB 1812 G� Redevelopment. S Approved by Gov.
Campbell Chapter 602
AB 1848uJI Local agency formation commissions: O Assembly Local
C1ute ' spheres of influence. Government
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Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
w
AB 1866 WC15 7 Public liability. S Held w/o recom. in
Bradley Assam. Judiciary
AB 1867wc,/ a Liability: public entities. S Held w/o recom. In
Bradley `' Assam. Judiciary
AB 1877L,-)/ �, Public contracts. S Approved by Gov.
Harris ! Chapter 256
AB 1919 Wes' �, Environmental quality: actions and W Assembly
Papan proceedings: costs of suit. Judiciary
AB 1930 Counties: contracts for services. W Failed passage in
Bradley �! Assam. Loc. Govt.
AB 2936 N Local voluntary groundwater 'management _ W Assembly Water,
Katz districts. Parks & Wildlife
AB 1979 LO Vandalism. Assembly Judiciary
Nolan
AB 2013 IV Water quality: hazardous substances: S Approved by Gov. .
Cortese storage facilities. Chapter 2045
AB 2019 Public agencies. S Approved by Gov.
Alatorre _. I Chapter 729
4 AB 2022 /,J/ Solid waste handling: local public S Assembly Nat`l
Calderon agencies. Resources
AB 2038 %) California Planning, Conservation, and O To Interim Study
Cortese Development Law.
AB 2050 Nj Water: appropriation fees. S Vetoed by Gov.
Isenberg
AB 2083 Local public agency employer-employeePass age re used on
Floyd relations. Senate floor
AB 2084 u Local public agency employer-employee S Vatoed by Gov.
Floyd � relations.
AB 2097 nil Crimes. S Assembly Criminal
Bradley Law & Publ.Safety
AB 2099 (.1, acquisition Park and recreational land ac uisition 0 Senate Natural
Farr and development program: bond issue. Res. & Wildlife
AB 2116 California Parklands Act of 1983. W Assembly Water,
Costa f Parks & Wi 1 dl i fe
AB 2122 `'f State park system: disposition of revenues. W Senate Natural
Costa r Resources & Wildlife
AB 2123 ' r' State park system: disposition of revenues. W Assembly Water,
Costa Parks & Wildlife
r4 ��fr�aZ
Bill No.
& Author Summary Position Status
AB 2126 .41 Groundwater management districts. W Assembly Water,
Costa Parks & Wildli;
AB 2140 04N P State lands: state park system. S Assembly Water
Peace Parks & Wildlife
AB 2169 d Community Block Grant Committee S Assembly human
Isenberg Services
AB 2172 District reorganization: subsidiary O^ Senate Local
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M-83-131
(Meeting 83-27
November 9, 1983)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
October 20, 1983
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager; M. Gundert,
Associate Open Space Planner
SUBJECT: Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the
Coal Creek Open Space Preserve (Stallings Property)
Introduction: At your September 14, 1983 meeting, you approved the
proposed addition to Coal Creek Open Space Preserve - Stallings
property (see report R-63-38, dated September 9, 1983) . You also
tentatively adopted the use and management recommendations contained
in the report and indicated your intention to dedicate the property.
At your September 14 meeting, a discussion centered around potential
bicycle trails on the site. The report should be amended to include
the following:
D. Potential Use and Management
The potential for bicycle trails should be investigated.
In accordance with the Land Acquisition Public Notification Procedures,
as amended at your September 14, 1983 meeting (see memorandum M-83-106,
dated August 31 , 1983) , final adoption of the interim use and manage-
ment plan was deferred until close of escrow on the property to allow
for public comment. Escrow on the Stallings property closed on
October 19, 1983 . To date, staff has received no additional public
comments.
As you will recall, several damaged structures were on the site. In
accordance with the plan and contract, the buildings have since been
demolished and removed, and the site is now open for enjoyment by
the public.
Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the interim use and
management plan as contained in report R-83-38 and amended herein,
and dedicate the property as public open space.
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
November 3 , 1983
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager;
W. Tannenbaum, Real Property Representative
SUBJECT: Electrification of Bean House, Long Ridge Open Space Preserve
Introduction: On July 28 , 1981, you authorized purchase of approximately
14 acres of land from Robert and Barbara Bean (see report R-81-36 , dated
June 15, 1981) . This acquisition included a 2200 square foot, two story,
four bedroom, two bathroom, single family residence. The house was
designed for commercial electric service; however, utilities have never
been connected due to prohibitive costs . At the time of purchase, repre-
sentatives of Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) estimated that the
cost to extend electrical service to the house and two properties located
nearby would be approximately $140 ,000 . This figure was based upon PG&E
bringing a line from the west side of Skyline Boulevard and undergrounding
electrical conduit along the existing Long Ridge Road.
Discussion: Currently, the house is supplied with electricity from an
on-site propane-powered generator. Use of the generator has proved to be
an extremely costly and inefficient method of supplying power to the house.
In addition to the high fuel costs and inconvenience shouldered by the
tenants, the District has spent approximately $7 ,000 replacing the original
generator and purchasing parts for repairs , exclusive of the hours devoted
to repair of the unit over the past two years.
In September of 1982 staff began to work with PG&E to see if a less expen-
sive approach to electrical service could be found. It was determined that
a PG&E project would cost the District in the neighborhood of $50 ,000.
Accordingly, $50,000 was identified in the 1983-84 budget report as a con-
tingency, in the event an economic evaluation concluded that such an
expense was justified.
The current tenants have taken it upon themselves to determine if a less
expensive and therefore more palatable method of providing electric ser-
vice was available. They have discovered that a private underground line
to the house along a direct route and for use only by that residence is
possible (see attached map for approximate location of cable) . PG&E has
been consulted on the specifics of the plan and has approved of it (see
attached letter from PG&E, dated October 26 , 1983) . It is estimated that
the cost of this alternative approach to electrification of the house will
be in the range of $15,000 - $20 ,000. This expense would be recoverable
within four to five years after completion through increased rent (esti-
mated at an average increase of $300 per month) . In addition, the overall
R-83-44 Page Two
value of the house will increase due to this capital improvement. The
property would be generally more desirable as a rental, i.e. , command
higher rents and have a broader base of prospective tenants. As a per-
manent home the value would be greater should a trade be accomplished in
the future. As with similar projects of this nature, all phases of con-
struction will be subject to Open Space Management design review and
approval. According to Open Space Management staff, they are confident
that the laying of the conduit in this location will not have a permanent
impact on the preserve.
Recommendation: I recommend that you approve the underground electrifi-
cation of the former Bean house in principle and that you authorize staff
to proceed with the necessary bidding process.
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October 26, 1983
Mr. William S. Tannenbaum
Real Property Representative
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1
Los Altos, CA 94022
Dear Mr. Tannenbaum:
This is in reference to your letter of October 17, 1983 concerning
the proposed electrical services to 22400 Skyline Boulevard.
We have no objection to the proposed service connection. PGandE
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TO: Board of Directors
26 October 83
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
Board of Supervisors SUBJECT' F.Y.I.
San Mateo County
County Government Building
590 Hamilton Street DATED: 11/4/83
Redwood City, CA 94063
Dear Supervisors:
As you are aware, the Brittan Heights Condominium Association is on record as
favoring. the immediate demolition of the existing buildings on the Hassler
property. This position is supported by a resolution of the Board of Directors,
and you have been presented with a copy of this resolution (Letter to you from
Mr. Richard Hill, dated 7 September 83). We are writing to you at this time to
express our concern that the above mentioned demolition is not proceeding: This
is due, as you are no doubt aware, to some confusion on this issue, currently ,
being generated by the San Mateo County Arts Council. We would like to express
our shock and dismay over your support of efforts contrary to the desires of the
vast majority of homeowners in Brittan Heights.
Please allow us to remind you that we comprise approximately 70% of the
assessment district formed in order to purchase the Hassler property. Many
Brittan Heights residents have labored long hours in order to secure the Hassler
property as open space. During the most recent meeting of the Board of Directors
of the Brittan Heights Condominium Association, we entertained a presentation by
a representative of the San Mateo County Arts Council. The assembled homeowners
were overwhelming PP in their support of the Board's resolution; some even
expressed an interest in receiving a refund of their tax dollars paid thus far
should the Hassler property be used for any purpose other than open space.
When the assesment district was formed, no mention of any non-open space use of
the Hassler property was mentioned. The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District, with whom we have worked on this project, has, we believe, a rather
restrictive definition for the term "open space". It is this defintion which we
support, and which we urge you to support. As the taxpayers footing the bill for
this land, we are unwilling to accept outside intervention to the degree that
our original expectations will be nullified.
BRITTAN HEIGHTS
CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
3323 BRITTAN AVE.
SAN CARLOS,
CALIFORNIA 94070
(415) 593-8530
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In conclusion, ladies and gentlemen, the Brittan Heights Condominium Association
is dedicated to securing the use of the Hassler property as originally intended.
Any other use of the land will be met with strong opposition, and the Board of
Directors is prepared to take any legal action required to see that our rights
are not violated.
Very truly yours,
Board of Directors
Brittan Heights Condominium Association
Paul Benchener, President
nd DePew, Vice President
Bill Wilson, Secretary
Craig i.athias, Chief Financial Officer
Richard Hill, Member At Large
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Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
BRITTAN HEIGHTS
CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
3323 BRITTAN AVE.
SAN CARLOS,
CALIFORNIA 94070
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INTER-DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
DATIF October 11, 1983
To: Board of Supervisors
FROM: George.-T. Riley, Director, Community Service
SUMJKCT:
Approval of an Agreement with the San Mateo aunty Arts Council
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that you:
1) approve an agreement with the San Mateo County Arts
Council for the purpose of soliciting funds to pay for
the renovation of a portion of the Hassler Health Home
Properties and the preparation of various pamphlets and
documents needed in securing this property; and
2) authorize an appropriation transfer from contingency in
the amount of $25, 000.
DISCUSSION
The San Mateo County Arts Council has worked on- --,----Ing a
port ' Hassler Health Hoare Properties for
This property was originally purchased by the Mid-
Peninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) for the purpose of
demolishing the buildings and structures on the property and to return the
property to .its original state.
To date, MROSD has not been too receptive to any of the proposals made by
the Arts Council for alternative uses of the property. Following several
meetings with representatives from the County, MROSD, and the Arts Council,
however, MROSD has agreed to until after the Arts
Council has the opportunity to raise necessary funds for the restoration of
some of the buildings.
Board of Supervisors - Agreement With the San Mateo County Arts Council
October 11, 1983 - page 2
The funds provided for under this Agreement will support staff costs to:
1. prepare public information presentations on the proposed use of the
property.
2. identify the specific areas the Arts Council will want for the Arts
and Nature Center.
3. work with county to c and MROSD staff com
e to terms on the area
chosen.
4. work with t ocal n to secure
their or the project.
5.
Funds will be paid to the Arts Council in stages. The Arts Council will
receive $7, 000 upon the execution of this contract. Following the
preparation of public information material , the initial contact of several
prospective donors, the meeting with the local homeowners association, and
the reaching of a satisfactory decision on whi o r used for
this fro eec,t, the Arts Council will receive an additional $10, 000. Before
the ba�nce of the contract amount is given to the Arts Council, it will
have to have received firm commitments of at least $200,000 from prospec-
tive donors.
FISCAL IMPACT
The maximum cost of this Agreement is $25, 000. The funds to support this
Agreement will come from the
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APPROPRIATION TRANSFER R UEST
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REQUEST TRANSFER OF APPROPRIATIONS AS LISTED BELOW:
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,o provide funding for Arts Council to continue its efforts to secure the
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ature Center.- a
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS,
COUNTY OF SAN 111+#►TE0,
RESOLUTION TpUIaRro
RESOLUTION No..�.�.�.....-.�.
RESOLVED, by the Board of Supertisrs of Cgr aBof S
WHEREAS,the De partment herer�aboare�+� �>�
has requested the transfer of cerWn *5 a
WHEREAS, the County Cow hn 4VftWMd
County Manager has reconnmprm%d BMI 4f * j
NOW. THEREFORE.IT!S ANDt,,Mtvo"*0 owoy t: tr
ager be approved and tl 9 IIIw wWAgw at ' flle W Isla"%fir,
Regularly passed OW aadOp jig dWft W_ .» ,-.. ._ 19.__.
Ayes and In favor of sold raeciackwr t0as and against said resolution:
Supervisors: _ ,__ ,, ., _ Supervisors:
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COUNTY OF SAN MATEk.
INTER-DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
DATE October 25, 1983
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM:
George T. Riley, Director, Community Services %
SUBJECT:
A Review of the Progress Made by the Arts Council in Securing
$200, 000 for the Renovation of Hassler Health Home Property and the
Consideration of the Second Payment ( $10, 000) to the Arts Council .
RECOMMENDATION
That you:
1. Review the progress made by the Arts Council with respect to
the terms and conditions of the October 18, 1983 Agreement
between the County and the Arts Council and the status of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's (MROSD) willing-
ness to consider uses for the property other than total
restoration to its original state; and
2. Decide whether to authorize the second payment ($10, 000) to
the Arts Council .
DISCUSSION
On October 18, 1983, you approved an Agreement with the Arts Council which
required it to: .
1. Complete the preparation of -a formal slide presentation to be used as a
tool to educate the public and private organizations as to the intended
use of the Hassler Health Home Property ( Property) .
2. Identify the area of the Property which is to be "carved out" for the
Arts Council ' s use. The area ultimately chosen must be acceptable to
the MROSD, the County and the Arts Council .
Board of Supervisors - Arts Council ' s Update on Hassler Health Home Property
October 25, 1983 - Page 2
3. Make a formal presentation to the Brittan Height ' s Homeowners
Association' s Board of Directors on the proposed use of the
Property.
4. Establish an Advisory Committee to oversee this project and to
provide whatever assistance is necessary to ensure its success.
5. Hold the first meeting of the Advisory Committee.
6 . Begin the necessary fundraising drive by contacting potential
donors of large sums of money.
These activities were to be accomplished before the second payment is
made on November 1, 1983 .
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds to cover the second payment are included in the Community
Services Administration budget unit. The cost is supported 100% by
the General Fund .
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MEMORANDUM
October 24 , 1983
TO: Board and Staff
FROM: D. Hansen, Land Manager, and C. Britton, Land Acquisition
Manager
SUBJECT: Property Acquisition: Addition to Coal Creek Open Space
Preserve - 12 .8 acres
The District his acquired Stallings Property
(name of property)
as of October 19 , 1983.
(date)
A map of the property is attached for your reference.
NOTE: The underlying fee title to the existing access road
p- from Page Mill Road was acquired as a part of this
transaction.
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AGREEMENT WITH SAN MATEO COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL
This AGREEMENT, entered into this day of
IV 1983, by and between the County of San Mateo,
thereinafter, County" ) and the San Mateo County Arts Council , a
non-profit corporation, (hereinafter, "Council" ) .
W I T N E S S E TH
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code 31000 County may con-
tract with an independent contractors to perform special services
to or for the County or any department thereof; and
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED BETWEEN COUNTY AND COUNCIL AS
FOLLOWS :
SECTION 1. Responsibilities of Council
Council convenan s and promises to a shall perform the
services described in Exhibit A, which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. Effective Period and Right of Termination
This AGREEMENT is effective for the period from date of
execution through December 31, 1983. Upon sixty (60) day' s
written notice to the other party, either party may terminate
this AGREEMENT. Upon giving or receiving such notice, Council
shall immediately remit to County all unexpended funds previously
received hereunder.
SECTION 3. Termination Upon Failure of Council to Perform
Should Council tail o per orm any convenant contained
herein, County may immediately terminate this AGREEMENT.
Termination shall be effective upon the mailing, return receipt
requested, of notice thereof. Thereafter, County may complete
the Project in any manner it deems proper. In the event of such
termination, the cost of ccmpletion of the Project shall be
deducted from any monies not yet paid Council, and Council shall
immediately remit to County all unexpended funds previously
received hereunder.
SECTION 4. Responsibilities of County
A. In consideration of Council ' s performance of its covenants
and promises as described herein in a manner considered
satisfactory to County, County shall pay a total amount not to
exceed $ 25, 000.00.
B. Payment to Council shall be made in accordance with Exhibit
B, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference. Invoices shall be submitted by Council according to
procedures established by County.
C. Payments for all services provided pursuant to this AGREEMENT
are contingent upon the continued availability of funds to the
County. In the event that such funds become unavailable for any
reason, County shall immediately notify Council in writing and
this AGREEMENT shall immediately become null and void in its
entirety. County shall incur no further financial or program
obligations following termination of this AGREEMENT.
SECTION 5. Ccmpliance
Both parties stall comply with all relevant Federal , State,
and local statutes, rules and regulations, including, without
limitation each of the following:
A. Non-Discrimination - General No person shall , on the grounds
of race, color, national origin, religious affiliation or non-
affiliation, sex, age, handicap, sexual orientation or political
affiliation, be excluded from participation in, be denied the
benefits, or be subjected to discrimination under this AGREEMENT.
EXHIBIT A
Duties and Responsibilities of Council
The following tasks are to be completed by the San Mateo County Arts
Council according to the time schedule indicated:
Section 1. By November 1, 1983, the Arts Council shall:
1 . Complete the preparation of a formal slide presentation which will
be used as a tool to educate the public and private organizations as
to the intended use of the Hassler Health Hanes Property ( Property) .
2. Identify the area of the Property which is to be "carved out" for the
Arts Council use. The area ultimately chosen must be acceptable to
the Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) , the County,
and the Arts Council.
3. Make a formal presentation to the Brittan Heights Homeowners
Association' s Board of Directors on the proposed use of the Property.
4. Establish an Advisory Committee to oversee this project and to
provide what ever assistance is necessary to ensure its success.
5. Hold the first meeting of the Advisory Committee.
6 . Begin the necessary fundraising drive by contacting potential donors
of large sums of money.
Section 2. By November 15, 1983, the Arts Council shall:
1 . Complete a brochure on the proposed Arts and Nature Center.
2 . Complete the basic research on the medical history of the Hassler
Health Home.
3. Conduct follow-up presentations to the initial group of donors
contacted and initiate contact with additional individual and
corporate donors.
4. Identify a core group of "Friends" grassroots supporters; sponsor
recruiting meetings for this group; and present the slide show to
them.
5. Incorporate Advisory Canmittee into fund raising efforts.
6. Secure the commitment of at least $150, 000 in donations.
Section 3. By November 30, 1983, the Arts Council shall:
1 . Complete the basic fund raising drive.
effort to the general public through
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2. Take its "Friends" g p g
the use of news stories and public-invited presentations.
3. Complete application for National Register for Historic Preservation,
stressing the medical and architectural history the Property.
4. Continue to work on the survey and appraisal for the carve-out and
complete it, if possible.
5. Secure other commitments for donations, bringing the total committed
to at least $200, 000.
D19-ARTS-P6
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EXHIBIT B
Method of Payment
1. Upon execution of this Agreement, County shall process the first
payment to the Arts Council in the sum of $7, 000.
2. On or after November 1, 1983, however, not before the completion of the
duties and responsibilities described in Section l of Exhibit A, County
shall process the second payment to the Arts Council in the sum of
$10, 000.
3. Upon the satisfactory completion of all activities described in Exhibit
A and consistent also with the dates set out therein, County shall
process the final payment to the Arts Council in the sum of $8, 000.
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D19-ARTS-P7
F 7urther information
co..,.act Lennie Roberts at
(415) 854-0449
EDIE"1:00D PARK ALERT!
A crucial hearing concerning the future of Edge-vood Park's rare serpentine
plants and checkersnot butterfly has been scheduled by the SA"! FPA1CISC0
PUBLIC UTILITIES C011-11MISSION for NOVEMPER 8, 1983, at San Francisco City
Hall .
The Public Utilities Cormission must give permission for San !Ilateo
County to use 19 acres of San Francisco watershed lands along the east
side of Highway 230 for the golf course currently proposed at Edeec:ood
Park. These 19 acres encompass part of the area of wetlands likely to
support the Federally listed endangered San Francisco Garter Snake. A
sionificant area of "mandatory preservation" for the Federal candidate
endangered bay checkersoot butterfly as identified by Thomas Peid
Associates and Dr. Dennis Murphy of Stanford University is also on these
19 acres. Major alterations to the County's adopted golf course master
nlan are necessary in order to respect these habitats . "Out rnore itrDortantlf,
even with chances in the golf course design, the lone term chances of
survival of the serpentine-dependent plant and butterfly species are
greatly reduced with-a-colf course encircling them.
San Francisco's primary concern is to protect the water quality of
Crystal Springs Lakes. The parking lot, clubhouse, and tu�elve holes
of the Edoewood golf course are on lands that drain into the lakes.
Extensive arading of serpentine soils and rock, will cause dust, sediriert,
and erosion to run through seven drainages into the lakes. Serpentine
formations in,,.this, area . contain asbestos fibers which are potential health
hazards when released into the air or, drinking crater. San Francisco will
want assuvances that all %..,ater that is degraded from narking lots , fertilizers,
herbicides, pesticides , and exposed serpentine shall be diverted out of
the watershed. This reouirerrent alone rr.ay make a colf course econonically
infeasible at Edoewood. If water protections are maintained-,
San Francisco and Peninsula water 'users will obviously be affected.
Because the San 11ateo County Board of Suprrvisors is ccr!.,-..itted to building
a golf course in response to a vocal cadre of golfers, the Sierra Club,
California Native Plant Society, Committee for Green Foothills , and
the Sequoia Audubon Society have conducted an extensive survey of an
alternative site in the southern watershed that would not affect serpentine
soils. If a golf course is built anywhere within the physical limits of
the watershed, this area is superior. The same water quality protections
are necessary, but San Francisco would have direct control . The area can
accomodate a golf course without harming any rare or endancered plants or
butterflies. The San Francisco garter snake, known to inhabit the sag
ponds near Canada Road, can be provided with adequate buffer areas.
PLEASE !TRITE IMI�YiEDIATELY TO THE SAN FRAINCISCO PUBLIC UTILITIES C01"VISSION
expressing your concerns about utilizing their 19 acres for a golf course
at Edgewood Park. Letters should be addressed to President Peter VcCrea
and Commissioners John M. Sanger, Thomas Hsieh, H. Welton Flynn, and
Hancy C. Lenvin, San Francisco Public Utilities Co.-irission , Poor.,' 287,
City Hall , San Francisco, California, 94102. Urge them, first and forer-ost.,
not to rermit a golf course on their 19 acres. Secondly, if the Commission
wishes to consider permitting a oolf course in the v.,atershed , they should
give permission for San Mateo County to conduct the necessary detailed
studies of the alternative (southern %,.,atershed) site.
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MEMORANDUM
November 3 , 1983
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TO: Board and Staff
FROM: D— Hansen, Land Manager, and C. Britton, Land Acquisition
Manager
SUBJECT: Property Acquisition: Addition to Manzanita Ridge
Open Space Preserve - 60 acres
The District his acquired McCoy Property
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as of October 21 , 1983.
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(Meeting 83-27
November 9 , 1983)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
November 1 , 1983
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager; D. Woods,
Open Space Planner; M. Gundert,
Associate Open Space Planner
SUBJECT: Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve Use and Management Plan
Introduction: The use and management plan for the Manzanita Ridge
Open Space Preserve was last presented to you at your February 24 ,
1982 meeting (see report R-82-11, dated February 10, 1982) .
Since the last review, there have been seven additions to the Preserve.
Total acreage of Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve is 2012 acres,
plus a one-half interest in 137 acres acquired from Laye and two
open space easements totalling 50 acres . The seven additions,
totalling 528 acres, are the following (listed by area with
acquisition reports in parentheses) :
1 . Kennedy Road Area
P.M. and Associates property, 21 acres (R-82-35, dated
September 9, 1982)
Liebelt property, 72 acres (R-82-28, dated July 22, 1982)
2 . Limekiln Canyon Area
Robin property, 33 acres (R-62-47, dated December 2, 1982)
3 . Mt. Umunhum Area
McCoy property, 60 acres (R-83-39 , dated September 22, 1983)
Ertell property, 160 acres (R-83-30, dated June 27 , 1983)
4 . Mt. Thayer Area
Remensperger property, 62 acres (R-83-8 , dated February 9, 1983)
5 , El Sombroso Area
Shields property, 120 acres (R-83-13, dated April 5, 1983)
Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve is comprised of five non-contiguous
areas: Kennedy Road Area, Limekiln Canyon Area, Mt. Umunhum Area,
Mt. Thayer Area, and El Sombroso Area. Each area is reviewed and
presented to you individually in this report.
A. Kennedy Road Area
I . Site Description and Use
The 466 acre Kennedy Road Area is located southeast of the Town
of Los Gatos and is comprised of two non-contiguous areas of
land. The easternmost portion of this Area (the former
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Kennedy Trails and P.M. and Associates property) is bounded by
Kennedy Road to the north and private property on the remaining
three sides . Located directly to the west and surrounded by
private property is the second portion of the Area (comprised
of the former Bell and Liebelt properties) .
Primary access to the site is from Kennedy Road with limited
parking at the nearby Top of the Hill Road. Use of the site
continues to be mainly from local hikers and equestrians .
Mountain bikes have become more popular in the last several
years, and conflicting use with equestrians is occurring with
more frequency. In addition, due to the remote nature of the
site, occasional problems like overnight camping, motorcycles,
and shooting continue to be a problem.
II . Planning Considerations
The Kennedy Road Area is located entirely within the Town of
Los Gatos, and major improvements to the site would be subject
to local ordinances and regulations .
According to the District' s Relative Site Emphasis Plan, this
site is considered moderately emphasized and will probably
be reviewed on an annual basis . The next scheduled review
will probably be in the summer of 1984 .
III . Use and Management Recommendations
The following discussion and recommendations focus on the
existing use and management plan (report R-82-11) , use and
management plans contained in acquisition reports (reports
R-82-28 and R-82-36) , and new recommendations being proposed.
a. Access and Circulation
As public use of the Kennedy Road Area has increased, there
has been a greater demand for parking near the intersection
of Kennedy Road and Top of the Hill Road. Preliminary
investigations indicate the possibility of developing a
small parking area adjacent to the present trailhead. It
is also recognized that such a facility potentially has
a number of planning and management problems which can
probably be overcome through a cooperative planning effort
with the Town of Los Gatos andthe local neighbors.
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . A log barrier will be constructed across the motorcycle
trail to limit vehicular access on the former Bell
property.
Status: This project is no longer necessary. Provisions
for barriers noted in the acquisition report for the
former Liebelt property will limit motorcycle access to
both the former Liebelt and Bell properties.
2 . The patrol road has had excessive storm damage and, in
addition, is becoming overgrown with vegetation.
Because of the scope of the project, staff will investi-
gate a mechanical means of reducing the brush. This
would reduce the amount of annual maintenance.
Approximate cost is $2500 .
Status: Brush alongside the patrol road was removed
mechanically in May, 1983 . Several slides along the
road were repaired through use of contract services .
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3 . Staff will prepare a plan to replace the chain link
fencing at the Kennedy Road access with more appropriate
fencing, gate and stile.
Status: Plans have been delayed so as to insure that any
improvements in this area will integrate into the overall
plans for improved parking facilities .
4 . Gates, fencing, and equestrian stiles will be placed as
necessary to restrict off-road vehicle access . A new
gate would be installed at the Blackberry Hill access
road with the owners ' permission, and berms or logs
would be placed across any alternative routes to prevent
illegal access. The dense chaparral and steep terrain
should prevent vehicles from bypassing the gate. The
estimated costs are $1050; funding included in FY 83-84
budget.
If permission is not obtained from the adjacent property
owner, an alternate gate could be installed where the
road crosses the western boundary of the preserve.
However, this would allow vehicles much closer for
potentially easier access to the disturbed level area.
Status : The Blackberry Hill access road has been
temporarily blocked by the adjacent property owner in
an attempt to limit off-road vehicle access . Staff will
approach the property owner to re-open the access road
when gating improvements are undertaken in Spring 1984 .
A gate should be installed at the Tereseta Way entrance
(current patrol access) at a cost of $900; funding to
be included in FY 84-85 budget preparation.
5 . The Blackberry Hill entrance road will be improved at an
estimated cost of $480 and minimally maintained for
patrol purposes . Funding is included in FY 83-84 budget.
Status: This project will be scheduled in Spring 1984
to coincide with other improvements in the area.
New Use and Management Recommendation
1 . Staff will investigate the possibility of developing a
parking area near Kennedy Road to improve access to the
Preserve. In doing so, a neighborhood workshop will be
held and meetings scheduled with Town of Los Gatos staff
to discuss planning and management issues . A specific
plan will be returned to you with the next review in
the summer of 1984 . The Peninsula Open Space Trust
has expressed an interest in raising funds for this
project, and the timing of the actual construction
would depend upon the fundraising timetable. If the
timeline is longer than the date by which the Board
feels the parking must be installed, the District could
expend the funds itself.
b. Signs
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . Boundary plaques and regulatory signs will be placed where
necessary on the former Liebelt and P.M. and Associates
properties. Cost is estimated at $100, with funding
included in FY 83-84 budget.
Status: The former P .M. and Associates property has
been signed with boundary plaques and regulatory signs.
The former Liebelt property remains to be signed, but
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signing will be completed this fiscal year.
c. Natural Resources and Agricultural Management
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . Staff will work with the neighbor to the former P.M. and
Associates property to relocate bees to a more suitable
location away from the public trail . If they are to
remain on the Preserve, the owner may be requested to
provide security fencing.
Status : Staff has not yet contacted the neighbor about
relocation of the hives. There have been no problems
to date with the bees.
2 . The former Liebelt property will be cleaned up by re-
moving trash and taking out the dead cypress trees.
The rest of the cypress grove will be preserved as a
shaded view point. Estimated dumping and tree removal
costs are $400.
Status: This project has not been started. Funding will
be included in FY 84-85 budget preparation.
3 . Erosion problems on the former Liebelt property will be
addressed. Temporary control measures could include
placing log barriers or ditches across the eroded
vehicle tracks and diverting runoff. Estimated materials
costs for the temporary work is $500. Eventually, the
tracks will be graded to more natural contours and
drainage ways, mulched with straw or jute netting, and
seeded with species appropriate for erosion control and
compatible with the naturalized vegetation. Costs to
accomplish this work will be determined next spring
once a period of time is allowed to review what occurs
once vehicles are excluded and the temporary measures
have helped stabilize the soil .
Status : This project has not been started. once illegal
off-road vehicle access to the site has been totally
blocked, an environmental assessment can be made
followed by a restoration plan, including costs.
d. Visitor and Site Protection
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . The area will be patrolled at least once a week to make
sure illegal vehicles are not gaining access to the site.
Status: The Kennedy Road Area is patrolled on the
average of once a week by District Rangers. The neighbors
have been encouraged to report use problems to the
Rangers as they arise. Most calls, which average about
one a month, are related to illegal camping activities.
IV. Dedication Status
The entire Kennedy Road Area is undedicated to allow for the
possible future transfer of density rights . However, the
intention to dedicate the 21 .3 acre former P.M. and Associates
property was made at the time of acquisition, with actual
dedication being deferred until acceptance by the Town of Los
Gatos of the 2 .4 acre parcel retained by P.M. and Associates
as a legal lot. The 2 .4 acre lot has been legalized, and the
21 .3 former P.M. and Associates property should be dedicated
as public open space.
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B. Limekiln Canyon area
I. Site Description and Use
The 814 acre Area is located adjacent to and east of the
Lexington Reservoir Recreation Area and southeast of the Town
of Los Gatos. The Kennedy Road Area is located approximately
one-half mile to the northeast, and the El Sombroso Area is
located about one-half mile to the east.
Primary access to the site is from the Lexington Reservoir
Recreation Area. Parking is available for approximately 4 to 6
cars adjacent to Alma Bridge Road overlooking the Reservoir.
Use of the site, primarily from hikers and equestrians, remains
relatively light. Mountain bike use of this site is also in-
creasing. Illegal uses are reported about six times per year,
such as overnight camping, shooting, and loose dogs.
Ii. Planning Considerations
The Limekiln Canyon Area is located within unincorporated Santa
Clara County and the Sphere of Influence of the Town of Los
Gatos. According to the Relative Site Emphasis Plan, this
site is considered relatively unemphasized and will most
likely not be reviewed again until 1985 .
The Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department is pro-
posing to conduct a comprehensive study of recreational use of
the Lexington Reservoir Area.
III. Use and Management Recommendations
The following use and management recommendations include
recommendations included in the last review (R-82-11) , the
former Robin property acquisition report (R-82-47) , and new
recommendations being proposed.
a. Access and Circulation
A large landslide on the road through the Soda Springs
Canyon has made the road impassable to patrol vehicles .
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . A pipe gate will be installed at the northeastern
boundary of the area to limit vehicle access. Cost
is estimated at $600.
Status: This project will be scheduled for the summer of
1984 . Funding for the gate will be requested in FY
84-85 budget preparation.
2 . A formal public right to pass should be investigated on
the service road across the Santa Clara Valley TKater
District property located to the west of the former
Sorahan property.
Status : Staff has investigated the status of public
rights to pass over the Santa Clara Valley Water
District property. The trails are open to the public.
3 . The PG&E service road entering the property from the
Alma Bridge Road is grown over with vegetation and in
need of grading, which restricts patrol vehicle access.
-his road is the primary patrol road for the area and
should. be graded and the overhanging brush removed to
open the road and maintain it as a patrol road. The
Ik approximate cost is $2500 .
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Status: The road has been maintained in the past by
PG&E and an adjacent property owner at no cost to the
District. However, the District may be requested to
cooperate in the future on road maintenance. Funding
for $2000 was included in the FY 83-84 budget preparation
for road maintenance.
b. Signs
r. New Use and Manaqement Recommendation
1 . Wildland regulatory signs should be installed at the
eastern and western boundaries . Cost is estimated at
$50, and funding was included in FY 83-84 budget
preparation.
IV. Dedication Status
The entire Limekiln Canyon Area is undedicated to allow for the
potential transfer of density rights and should remain as such.
C. Mt. Umunhum Area
I . Site Description and Use
Acquisition of the former Ertell property connected the Mt.
Thayer Area, Mt. Umunhum Area, and El Sombroso Area of the
Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve into one contiguous unit.
For ease of future identification, these areas should be combined
and the entire area named Manzanita Ridge Open Space Preserve -
Mt. Umunhum Area.
The site is located between Mt. El Sombroso, Mt. Thayer, and
Mt. Umunhum, southeast of the Town of Los Gatos. The Area
is adjacent to the federally owned former Almaden Air Force
Station located atop Mt. Umunhum and Mt. Thayer and is sur-
rounded by private property on all remaining sides . The
former McCov property is located east of Mt. Umunhum and is
bounded by Loma Almaden Road to the southeast and private
property on the remaining sides .
Use of this area of the Preserve remains low due to the limited
access to the site. The site is open to hikers and equestrians
who can gain access from adjacent properties with permission.
The former McCoy property is open to hikers and equestrians
with parking for several cars available along Loma Almaden Road.
At your August 10 , 1983 meeting, you approved the Offer to
Purchase federal surplus property located at Mt. Umunhum and
Mt. Thayer - former Almaden Air Force Station (see memorandum
M-83-87 , dated August 4 , 1983) . District staff is continuing
negotiations with the General Services Administration (GSA) .
Final approval is needed from Washington D.C. prior to acquisition.
II. Planning Considerations
The Area is located within the District boundaries with the
exception of the former Ertell , McCoy, and Shields properties,
which are located within the City of San Jose and the Open
District District' s Sphere of Influence. The remainder of
the site (located within the District boundary) is within the
Sphere of Influence of the Town of Los Gatos. According to
the Relative Site Emphasis Plan, this site is considered
relatively unemphasized and will most likely not be reviewed
auain until 1985 .
THE GARBAGE CONTROVERSY
Alice Watt
Oct.11, 1983
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III. Use and Management Recommendations
The following recommendations include existing recommendations
as contained in the last review (R-82-11) , acquisition reports
(R-83-13 , R-83-39 , R-63-30 , and R-83-6) , and new recommendations
being proposed.
a. Access and Circulation
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . The gate located at the property line on the southwest
access road for the former McCoy property should be
replaced with a District pipe gate. The cost is
estimated at $1000 .
Status : Funding for this project will be reauested
in the FY 84-e5 budget.
2 . The maintenance and use agreement for the eastern
access road should be continued with the District
and six involved parties.
Status : No change.
b. Signs
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . Preserve boundary signs and plaques should be installed
where appropriate on all new additions to the site
(former Ertell , Shields, McCoy, and Remensperger
properties) . Cost is estimated at $255 , included in
FY 83-84 budget.
Status: Signing to be completed by December 1983 .
C . Structures and Improvements
Existing Use and Management Plan
1 . The standing and collapsed sheds and holding tank should
be removed from the site, and the disturbed area returned
to a natural state.
Status: Not started.
2. The well on the site should be secured.
Status : Not started.
3 . Staff should request the telephone company to place a
cover on its equipment box.
Status: Staff will be contacting PT&T as soon as possible.
IV. Dedication Status
To allow for transfer of density rights, the entire site is
undedicated with the exception of the former Deterich property
which is dedicated public open space. No status change is
recommended.
V. Name
In accordance with the Site Naming and Gift Recognition Policy
adopted on February 8 , 1978 , the most desirable name for an
open space preserve is "Geographic Features of Broad General
Sianificance" . 1111anzanita Ridge was used as an interim name.
The District now owns over 2 ,000 acres south of Highway 17 and
has included the area from Mt. Umunhum. to Mt. Loma Prieta in its
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Sphere of Influence. After careful consideration, it is recom-
mended that the official name of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
be adopted to best describe the general area. It means Blue
Mountains and is the official name of this section of the
coastal range extending from Highway 17 to the Loma Prieta area.
.Recommendation: I recommend you tentatively adopt the use and
management recommendations contained in this report, continuing,
final adoption until your next meeting.
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Mr. Herbert Grench, General Manager
Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District
373 Distel Circle
Los Altos, Ca. 94022
Dear Mr. Grench:
Yesterday I was invited by Barbara Wiesner to view the
Hassler Health Home property to consider its use as a
facility to house artists who are engaged locally and/or
the use by artists on a permanent basis.
I am a professional singer and have been for thirty years,
presently residing and teaching in Los Altos. I have
travelled extensively as a performer which I feel gives
me the ability to view its potential use on a first-hand
basis. I also serve as a Director on the Board of West
Bay Opera wherein we do engage out of town conductors,
performers, etc. j
There is no facility of this nature in our area whel's an
artist can concentrate on the work at hand with no out-
side interference. This kind of retreat would be a won-
derful asset and I feel would be generously used by both i
visiting performers/artists as well as local ones. The
serenity, natural setting, open air and sun is ideal for
the health and mind of the performer. To be sure, there
is extensive work and repair to be done to these facilities,
which will be costly and lengthy. I feel the funding would
have to be carefully worked out, having but hin served as a
fundraiser for West Bay Opera for five years, I know this
could be done with skill and determination.
I hope you will give this project very careful consideration
and look forward to following its progress in the future.
Very truly yours,
Annelle Delfs j
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MIDP=-4SULA REGIONAL OPF�tN SPACE DISTRICT
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: F.Y. I.
DATED: 11/9/83
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AN ENORMOUSLY APPEALING AND VISIONARY PROJECT MAY
SOON CREATE A RETREAT FOR THE ARTS AND A CENTER FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS IN THE.HILLS ABOVE SAN CARLOS.
THE SAN MATEO COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL HAS PROPOSED TO
CONVERT THE FORMER HASSLER HEALTH HOME INTO AN
ARTS AND NATURE CENTER, SITUATED IN REGIONAL OPEN
SPACE LAND THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO ALL. IT HAS WON THE
SUPPORT OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, WHO WILL
+ININ c as i k yy
^ STAY TI-iE SCHEDULED DEMOLITION OF THE HASSLER BUILDINGS.
NOW, THE COUNCIL AND SUPERVISORS SAY, IT'S TIME FOR THE
PUBLIC TO MOBILIZ.E4SUPPORT. INDIVIDUALS WHO WANT TO
FULFILL THE VISION OF THE ARTS AND D;ATURE CENTER ARE
ASKED TO CALL 593-1816. THEY CAN SCHEDULE A PERSONAL
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VISIT TO THE BREATHTAKING SITE, OR SIMPLY RECEIVE A
BROCHURE ABOUT BECOMING A FRIEND OF THE ARTS AND
NATURE CENTER. THAT'S 593-1816 TO BECOME A FRIEND OF
THE HASSLER PROJECT. AND NOW, FOR KCSM-FM IN SAN MATEO,
I'M ELLIOT KLEIN.
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CC; Board of Superviso1, S.M.Co. - Barbara Wiesner, Public Relations
Directors, MROSD for the Hassler Project
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11/7/83
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C1a4 ms 83-21
j Me zg 83-27
totit-.b�r 9,1983
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
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C L A I M S
Amount Name Description
5773 $ 102. 71 Bruce Barton Pump Service,Inc. Water Pump Repair-Saratoga Gap
Open Space Preserve
5774 900.00 California Advocates , Inc. Legislative Consultant' s Fee-Oct.
5775 80.00 California Park & Recreation Membership Fee
Society, Inc.
776 459. 70 Communications Research Co. Installation of Radio and Repairs
777 300.00 Susan Cretekos Patrol Services-Oct.
'5778 57. 99 Creutzburg, Inc. Equipment Identification Tags
779 98. 17 The Dark Room Photo Processing
780 506. 90 First Interstate Bank of CA Note Paying Agent-1982 Series
P 81 25.99 Foster Bros. Security System Keys
)782 122. 19 Herbert Grench Local Meal Conference , Seminar and
Benefit Payment
$783 565.64 Lawrence Tire Service, Inc. Tires for District Vehicle
084 282.13 Charlotte MacDonald Reimbursement for Prints and
Office Furniture
I�785 81. 78 Mobil Oil Gas for District Vehicles
P 86 10. 36 Monogram Industries, Inc. Shop Supplies
r787 39. 80 Stanley Norton Phone,Copying and Meal Conference
Expense
Ir788 1 ,173.11 Pacific Telephone Telephone Service
789 156. 91 Peninsula Office Supply Office Supplies
790 63. 11 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter Rental
791 40,476.00 Plant Insultation_ Co. Removal of Asbestos Materials-
Hassler
792 101. 96 Rancho Hardware and Garden Shop Paint,Shop and Plumbing Supplies
793 403. 22 Shell Oil Co. Gas and Repairs for District
Vehicles
794 63.26 Stevens Creek Surplus Department Utility Truck Box for Cleaning
Store Supplies
795 298.20 Vanier Graphics Corp. Printing of Purchase Orders
796 392.45 Xerox Xerox Supplies
Claims 83-21 Revised
Meetj 83-27
Novem` _r 9, 1983
Amount Name Description
797 $ 208. 80 San Francisco Water Dept. Water Service-Hassler
798 42 .25 Basalt Sand and Rock Nursery Plants-Monte Bello Open
Space Preserve
799 400.00 Foss and Associates Personnel Consulting Fee-Oct.
800 78.50 Lynda Rose Trimming and Cleaning of
Roadside and Ditches-Coal Creek
Open Space'Preserve
801 17.07 Norney's Office Supplies
802 20,000.00 Mrs. Jane Stallings Balance of Purchase Price
803 4, 731.00 Sorgdrager Trucking Bond Payments for Hassler
Demolition
804 13. 33 .Sears ,Roebuck and Co. Vacuum Hose for Ranger Office
805 610.00 SGS,Inc.. Road Repair-Coal Creek Open Space
Preserve
806 ^26,896.61 San Francisco Federal Savings Ross Realty Trust Fund-Burns
and Loan Association Property Purchase
,807 380.00 County of San Mateo Permit Fee-Hassler Buildings
Demolition
808 1,423.00 Keller and Daseking,Architects Architectural Services-Hassler
809 203. 75 Petty Cash Drafting Materials ,Environmental
Confere,nceMiscellaneous Office
Supplies ,Topo 24ap,Photo Album,
Subscription,Local Meal Conferences ,
_ Photo Processing,Private Vehicle
Expense,Gas for Courier,and
PCC Seminars
*Note : This is the payment of accumulated Real Estate Commission allocation
withheld from Ross Realty since 1978 because of a dispute by two-
other parties over payment. This matter is now being resolved by
a law suit between those parties, and they have agreed to a neutral
depository.
C' -;.ms 83-21
1. ing 83-27
No„ember 9,1983
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
C L A I M S
# Amount Name Description
5773 $ 102. 71 Bruce Barton Pump Service ,Inc. Water Pump Repair-Saratoga Gap
Open Space Preserve
5774 900.00 California Advocates , Inc. Legislative Consultant' s Fee-Oct.
775 80.00 California Park & Recreation Membership Fee
Society, Inc.
5776 459. 70 Communications Research Co. Installation of Radio and Repairs
5777 300.00 Susan Cretekos Patrol Services-Oct.
5778 57.99 Creutzburg, Inc. Equipment Identification Tags
5779 98. 17 The Dark Room Photo Processing
5780 506. 90 First Interstate Bank of CA Note Paying Agent-1982 Series
5781 25.99 Foster Bros. Security System Keys
�782 122.19 Herbert Grench Local heal Conference, Seminar and
Benefit Payment
5783 565. 64 Lawrence Tire Service, Inc. Tires for District Vehicle
5784 282. 13 Charlotte MacDonald Reimburser-:ent for Prints and
Office Furniture
5785 81. 78 Mobil Oil Gas for District Vehicles
5786 10. 86 Monogram Industries , Inc. Shop Supplies
787 39 . 80 Stanley Norton Phone,Copying and Meal Conference
Expense
5788 1 ,173.11 Pacific Telephone Telephone Service
5789 156. 91 Peninsula Office Supply Office Suanlies
5790 63. 11 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter Rental
15791 40,476. 00 Plant Insultation Co. Removal of Asbestos Materials-
Hassler
5792 101. 96 Rancho Hardware and Garden Shop Paint,Shop and Plumbing Supplies
$793 403. 22 Shell Oil Co. Gas and Repairs for District
Vehicles
5794 63.26 Stevens Creek Surplus Department Utility Truck Box for Cleaning
Store Supplies
5795 298. 20 Vanier Graphics Corp. Printing of Purchase Orders
5796 392.45 Xerox Xerox Supplies
Claims 83-21
Meetinp, -83-27
Novemt 9,1983
Amount Name Description
5797 $ 208.80 San Francisco Water Dept. Water Service-Hassler
5798 42.25 Basalt Sand and Rock Nursery Plants-Monte Bello Open
Space Preserve
5799 400.00 Foss and Associates Personnel Consulting Fee-Oct.
5800 78.50 Lynda Rose Trimming and Cleaning of
Roadside and Ditches-Coal Creek
Open Space - Preserve
5801 17.07 Norney's Office Supplies
802 20,000.00 Mrs. Jane Stallings Balance of Purchase Price
5803 4,731.00 Sorgdrager Trucking Bond Payments for Hassler
Demolition
5804 13. 33 .Sears ,Roebuck and Co. Vacuum Hose for Ranger Office
I5805 610.00 SGS,Znc.. Road Repair-Coal Creek Open Space
Preserve
II5806 *26,896.61 San Francisco Federal Savings Ross Realty Trust Fund-Burns
and Loan Association Property Purchase
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*Note : This is the payment of accumulated Real Estate Cor. ission allocation
withheld from Ross Realty since 1978 because of a dispute by two
other parties over payment. This matter is now being resolved by
a law suit between those parties , and they have agreed to a neutral
i r depos to y.