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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 A G E N D A 375 Distel Circle, D-1
May 9, 1984 Los Altos, California
(7:30) ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (April 11 , April 18, April 19, and April 25, 1984)
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
(7:45) 1 . Resolution in Support of Proposition 18, the California Park and Recreational
Facilities Act of 1984 -- H. Grench
Resolution Supporting Proposition 18 which Places Before the Voters of California
June 5, 1984 a Bond Measure to Provide Funding for Parks and Recreational Land
Acquisition, Development and Other Related Purposes
OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
(7:50) 2. Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Cho Property Addition to
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve -- D. Woods
(7:55) 3. Final Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Bachtold Addition to
Windy Hill Open Space Preserve -- D. Woods
(8:00) 4. Notice of Completion of Contract and Acceptance of Work for Electrification
Project -- C. Britton
NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
(8:05) 5. Proposed Addition to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve (Carter Property)--C. Britton
Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of Purchase Agreement, Authorizing Officer to
Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, and Authorizing General
Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary or Appropriate to
Closing of the Transaction (Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve - Lands of Carter)
(8:15) 6. Amendment to Agreement for Personnel Consultant Services -- H. Grench
(8:20) 7. Extension of Legislative Consultant's Contract -- H. Grench
(8:25) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
CLAIMS
CLOSED SESSION (Land Negotiation and Litigation Matters)
ADJOURNMENT
ANNOUNCEMENT OF FUTURE COMMITTEE MEETINGS--OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Budget Committee wiZZ meet at 4:15 P.M. at the District office on May 15.
The meeting is subject to cancellation or rescheduZing. Please contact the
District office to confirm date and time.
Herbert A.Grench General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Shelley,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Wendin
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Meeting 84-8
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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
APRIL 11, 1984
MINUTES
I. ROLL CALL
President Daniel Wendin called the meeting to order at 7:35 P.M.
Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Daniel Wendin, Tenna Henshaw,
Nonette Hanko, Harry Turner, and Edward Shellev.
Member Absent: Richard Bishoc. +
Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, David Hansen, Stanley
Norton, Charlotte MacDonald, Jean Fiddes, Alice Watt, Michael Foster,
and Joan Combs.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of .March 28, 1964
Motion: E. Shelley moved approval of the minutes of March 28, 1964 .
H. Turner seconded the motion. The :notion passed 6 to 0.
III. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
J. Combs stated the Board had received the following written
communications :
1) a letter, dated April 3, 1924 , from Marji Lusk of Los Altos Bills,
expressing opposition to the purported closing of High Meadow
Stables;
2) a letter from Lois Poppema of Mountain View, urging preservation of
the buildings at Rancho San Antonio Preserve;
3) a letter, dated April 5, 1984, from Dr. Thomas Bruno and family
of Los Altos, urging the Board to allow High Meadow Stables to
remain in its current location;
4) a letter from Christy Holloway and Robert Augsburger .of Peninsula
Open Space Trust, dated April 10, 1984, responding to Director
Hanko's April 4 memorandum concerning, the Coordinating Conunnittee
for the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve master plan;
5) a letter from the Redwood City Heritage Association., dated April 10,
1964, expressing support for the retention of the Hassler buildings.
D. Wendin stated the names of the writers of letters concerning high
Meadow Stables should be added to the mailing list for the pu
blic
meeting to be scheduled regarding the stables.
N. Hanko requested that the letter from Christy Holloway and Robert
Augsburger be considered at the time the first agenda item, Skyline
Ridge Open Space Preserve Master Plan, was considered.
IV ADOPTION OF AGENDA
H. Grench requested that the second agenda item, Status Report on Upper
House at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, be placed first on
the agenda as the
re were members of the public
Present who wished to
address the Board and who had to leave early.
D. Wendin stated the agenda, as amended, was adopted by Board consensus_
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Sheffey,harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Wendin
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V. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were no oral communications .
VI. OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
A. Status Report on Upper House at Rancho San Antonio Open Space PreservE
D. Hansen,referring to memorandum M-84-37 of April 5, 1984, stated
staff had met with the Upper House Committee to analyze proposals for
use of the house and evaluate current District needs for both residences.
He said staff would have no definitive position until the June use
and management plan review for the Rancho San Antonio Open Space
Preserve, but had been considering a change to make the upper house
(rather than the lower) the Ranger residence.
D. Wendin said he felt the first step was for the Board to decide
whether i wanted
t me public use for the upper house or to have it
removed. He said if the Board decided to retain the house, he
recommended the Board work with the Boy Scouts.
N. Hanko said the Committee was not charged with looking at possible
removal of the house. She said more details from staff were needed
concerning problems involved in removal, including the necessity
for extensive tree trimming.
E. Shelley said he felt it would be more appropriate to make no
decision concerning the house until the June use and management
review. He said if at that time staff determines the house is not
needed for a Ranger residence, the Board should consider the option
of removal at no cost to the District. He said he would support
delaying any agreement with the Boy Scouts until June.
D. Wendin said he concurred and said he did not at this time support
removal of the house.
Robert Horton, representing the Stanford Area Council of the Boy
Scouts of America, said the Boy Scouts were flexible, and ready to
work with the District at any time. He said he had been directed
by his Board not to spend too much time on the project.
Notion: D. Wendin moved the District continue to rent the upper house
until the use and management plan is presented for review.
E. Shelley seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
E. Shelley suggested that the second part of the recommendation in
memorandum M-84-37, "that removal of the house off-site for use by
Family Homes for the Adult Retarded, be considered as an option"
would be more appropriately considered at the use and management
plan review.
H. Grench said the house apparently could be removed via Mora Drive,
causing minimal damage to the Preserve or trees along Mora Drive.
Motion: D. Wendin moved that staff be directed not to include
planning for potential moving of the house in this year's
use and management plan. H. Turner seconded the motion.
The motion passed 4 to 2 on the following vote:
Ayes : D. Wendin, H. Turner, T. Henshaw, N. Hanko
Noes: E. Shelley and K. Duffy
B. Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve Master Plan
N. Hanko reviewed her memorandum M-64-35 of April 4, 1984, and said
that after considering the letter from Christy Holloway and Robert
Augsburger, she would remove her suggestions of a Special Meeting
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with the Peninsula Open Space Trust Board of Trustees from the agenda
to a later date. No action was taken on this agenda item.
VII . NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
A. Long Term Office Space Needs and Location
H. Grench reviewed report R-84-20, dated April 5, 1984 , and said the
Office Space Committee had considered two main questions: geographic
location and financing alternatives . He said the Committee felt the
need for more definitive expert advice on financing. He said he
felt the El Camino corridor was a preferable location, as it is
nearer the District population center, but the Committee gave It
the same priority as the Foothill Expressway corridor.
14. Foster summarized financing alternatives, noting that, from an
economic standpoint, ownership was significantly better than renting,
although ownership involved certain risks.
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board authorize staff to retain a
real estate consultant to search for an office site along
El Camino Real or Foothill Expressway corridor, to hire a
financial consultant to complete the financial analysis of
the alternatives, and to arrange for rental of interim
space, if required. E. Shelley seconded the motion.
Motion to Amend: H. Turner moved to delete Foothill Expressway
corridor from the recommendation. T. Henshaw
seconded the motion. The Motion to Amend failed
to pass on the following vote:
Ayes : H. Turner, K. Duffy, T. Henshaw
Noes: E. Shelley, D. Wendin, N. Hanko
Motion to Amend: 7. Shelley moved to direct staff to limit its present
investigation to scenarios 4 and 5 of the Financing
Alternatives, as listed in report R-84-20. H. Turner
seconded the motion.
Discussion: Discussion centered on the desirability
of the District buying land and leasing it to a
private party who would build a building in which
the District rented space. Discussion also covered
whether the District should limit its action this
early.
E. Shelley withdrew his Motion to Amend with the
permission of H. Turner.
Motion to Amend: E. Shelley moved that the recommendations include the
Board 's favoring of non-ownership of a building by
the District. H. Turner seconded the motion. The
Motion to Amend failed to pass on the following vote:
Ayes : E. Shelley, H. Turner, N. Hanko,
Noes : D. Wendin, K. Duffy, T. Henshaw
The original motion passed 6 to 0.
D. Wendin stated the Board's consensus to retain the Office Space
Committee, but that it had no specific assignment at this time.
B. Land and Water Conservation Fund Application for Addition to
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve
C. Britton reviewed report R-84-18, dated April 2, 1984, noting the
National Park Service had granted the District a "Waiver of Retro-
activity" which allows acquisition prior to possible project approval
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and grant award. ht-- said the High Meadow Stables was not in the grant
project area.
H. Grench said that would give more flexibility in allowing that use
to continue if the Board wished it to.
Motion: E. Shelley moved adoption of Resolution 84-16, a Resolution
of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District Approving the Application for Lana and Water
Conservation Funds - Addition to Rancho San Antonio Open
Space Preserve. K. Duffy seconded the motion. The motion
passed 6 to 0 .
C. Land and Water Conservation Fund Application for Sandstone Caves
Park Acquisition Project
C. Britton introduced report R-83-19 of April 4, 1984, and showed the
location of the sandstone caves on the wall map. He said the appli-
cation requests $250, 000 for acquisition of the: approximately 100 acre
area.
H. Turner suggested staff should investigate the possibility of
obtaining support for the grant application from San Mateo County.
A. Watt showed slides of the project area.
Motion: D. Wendin moved adoption of Resolution 84-17, a Resolution
of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District Approving the Application for Land and Water
Conservation Funds - Sandstone Caves Park Acquisition Project.
H. Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
D. Request to City of Mountain View Regarding Management of Crittenden
Marsh
fl H. Grench reviewed memorandum M-84-38 of April 4, 1984, noting. that P-d
the installation of the bridge connection to Shoreline Park this year
will encourage increased use. Discussion ensued regarding placing
more emphasis on the bridge in the letter rather than Deer Hollow
Farm. H. Grench said he would do some rewriting, and E. Shelley
offered to review the revised wording.
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board authorize the President to
sign a letter generally in the form of the letter attached
to the memorandum to the Mayor and City Council of the City
of Mountain View requesting that the City consider manage-
ment of the District's Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study
Area. E. Shelley seconded, the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
E. Exercise of Option to Acquire Lands of Wilkins
H. Grench, referring to memorandum M-84-39 of April 6, 1984, reported.
on the status of the option to acquire the lands of Wilkins alonq
Purisima Creek. He noted the evaluation analysis for the property
had not yet been completed.
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board of Directors continue agenda
item number seven, Exercise of Option to Acquire Lands of
Wilkins, to an Adjourned Regular Meeting of tonight's meeting
to be held at 7 :30 P .M. on Wednesday, April 18, 1984 - N.
Hanko seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
F. Scheduling of Special Meeting with San Mateo County Parks and
Recreation Commission
H. Grench, reviewing memorandum M-84-34 of April 4, 1984 , said a brown
bag picnic and wildflower walk with the San. Mateo County Commissioners
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at Edgewood County Park had been scheduled for April 19 .
Caryn Coulter, 104 Mission Drive, East Palo Alto, asked the purpose
of the meeting, and H. Grench responded it was a aet-acquainted
session with the County Parks and Recreation Commission.
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board schedule a Special Meeting
with the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission
for 11 :00 A.M. Thursday, April 19 at Edgewood County Park
for the purpose of becoming acquainted with the members of
the Commission. H. Turner seconded the motion. The motion
passed 6 to 0 .
G. Plan for the Special Districts Forum and Scheduling of Special
Meeting for June 15, 1964
H. Grench reviewed report R-84-17 of April 4, 1984, and said it was
important that as many Board members as possible attend, particularly
on the day the District was hosting the conference. H. Grench said
the out-of-pocket expenses of being co-host would be a few hundred
dollars .
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board schedule a Special Meeting at
11 :00 A.M. Friday, June 15, for the purpose of hosting the
Special District Forum's visit to the District, and that the
Board go on record as official co-hosts of the conference.
H. Turner seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0.
VIII. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
D. Hansen reported the death of District neighbor Max Kramer, and
said a letter of condolence from the District would be sent to
Mrs. Kramer.
D. Hansen requested the Board allow moving the Hassler use and manage-
ment plan review to November. D. Wendin stated the Board's concurrence
with D. Hansen's request.
In response to a question from T. Henshaw, D. Wendin stated there
would be a public meeting scheduled before the June use and management
review for Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve to obtain public
input, and that no date had yet been set.
N. Hanko reported that Millard Blair had died, noting that Mr. Blair
was the former owner of the first District acquisition, Foothills
Preserve. H. Grench said a letter of condolence to the family on
behalf of the Board and staff had been drafted and suggested that
N. Hanko could sign. N. Hanko said she would be happy to do so.
N. Hanko said she had received a request from a group which wished to
tour the Hassler property in June. Discussion centered on public
safety and District liability if people were allowed on site and on
it being a poor use of staff time to accompany people. D. Hansen
said he was not giving such permission because of these factors.
D. Wendin suggested that any Director could take people on a tour.
H. Grench announced Suzanne Shipley, the District's Accounting
Specialist, had accepted a position at Stanford's Computer Sciences
Laboratory, and that he hoped to fill the position as soon as possible.
No member of the Board expressed any objection to the filling of the
position.
D. Wendin announced the annual Docent Graduation would be held May 19 .
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IX. CLAIMS
Motion: H. Turner moved approval of Revised Claims 84-7 of April 11,
1984 . E. Shelley seconded the motion. The notion passed 6 to 0
X. CLOSED SESSION
The Board adjourned to Closed Session on land negotiation, litigation
and personnel matters at 9:55 P.M.
XI . ADJOURNMENT
The Board reconvened to public session at 12:48 A.M. Thursday,_ hur a
April 12, 1984 .
Motion: D. Wendin moved that the Board recess the Regular :Meeting
and the Closed Session of April 11, 1984 to 7:30 P.M. on
Wednesday, Ap
ril ri� 1 8 1984 at the Di
� . P strict offices . N.
Hanko seconded the motion. Th
e motion passed 6 to 0.
Joan Combs
Secretary
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-aims 84-7 Revised
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
C L A I M S
# Amount Name Description
6844 $ 418.41 Baron Welding & Iron Works Welding and Repair on Gates
6845 78.39 Bullard Safety Sacramento Ranger uniforms
6846 159.75 Carolyn Caddes Photo Prints for Publicity and Newslett
6847 650.00 California History Center Photo Processing and Mounting for Exhibit
at CA History Center
6848 300.00 David Camp Reimbursement for Educational Assistance
6849 213.00 Communication Research Radio Maintenance Service
6850 68.91 Dennis Danielson PRAC Conference Expenses
6851 22.90 The Dark Room Black and White Prints
6852 10.65 First American Title Insurance Co. Naps
6853 167.90 First Interstate Bank Note Paying Agent
6854 15.44 The Frog Pond Meal Conference
68�7, 78.44 Herbert Drench Local Meal Conference and Computer Faire
Fee
6( 183.40 Hawkins-Hawkins Co. , Inc. Signs
6657 481.44 The Hub Schneiders Ranger Uniforms
6858 24.00 Landscape Architecture Magazine Magazine Subscription
6859 93.21 Charlotte MacDonald Reimbursement for Typesetting and
printing-Bus and Van Tour Invitations
6860 162.07 McLeod Glass Co. Window Repairs- l.ti.-use Facility
6861 175.32 Virginia Y&ckelson Graphic Design Services
6862 29.13 Mobil Oil Gas for District Vehicle
6863 90.00 Nbnogram Industries Chemical for Restrooms 1-bnte Bello Open
Space Preserve
6864 81.41 Olsten of Palo Alto Temporary Office Help
6865 107.66 PG and E Utilities
6866 10262.10 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
6867 5.82 Palo Alto Utilities Utilities
6868 30.00 Peninsula Times Tribune Discing Contractors Ad
6869 39.46 Rancho Hardware and Garden Shop Shop Supplies
6f 179.99 Redwood Trade Bindery Folding-Los Trancos Brochures
6871 25.00 County of Santa Clara Compensation Survey
6872 91.85 San Francisco Water Department Water Service-Hassler
Claims 84-7 Revised
`1beting 84-8 ,
.pril 11, 1984
Amount Name Description
6873 $ 197.44 San Francisco Newspaper Agency Ranger Ad
`( 106.56 The Sacramento Bee Ranger Ad
6875 160.00 County of San Mateo Density Matrix
6876 1,094.21 Shell Oil Co. Gas for District Vehicle
6877 97.58 The Tribune Ranger Ad
6878 37.30 Triple A Sewer Service Clean Up of Sewer Lines
6879 188.51 Uho Graphics Brochure Printing-Windy Hill Opent Space
Preserve
6880 500.00 U.S. Postmaster Postage for Meter
6881 100.00 ZZZ Sanitation Co. Pumping of Portable Toilets-Kmte Bello
Open Space: Preserve
6882 241.44 San Jose Mercury News Ranger and Legal Ad
6883 153.34 Charlotte MacDonald Private Vehicle Expense
6884 69.91 Pat Starrett Private Vehicle Expense
6885 *40.00 Jean Fiddes Reimbursement for Postage
6886 **200.00 U.S. Postmaster Postage
6887 245.00 Dr. Samuel McGinnis Partial Payment for Grazing, Study
6888 74.00 JXC Electric Door Repair-Hassler
6889 400.00 Foss and Associates Personnel Consulting Fee-March
68�0 130. 36 Petty ^Cash Meal Conferences ,-Private Vehicle
Expense,Keys,Postage,Subscriptions
Office Supplies .
6891��1,900,000.00 Transamerica Title Insurance Purchase of Wilkins Property
Company
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#Payment Subject to Board Approval of Purchase
'Emergency Check 3-29-84
*-*Emergency Check 4-04-84
Meeting 84-08
(Adjourned from
�► April 11, 1984 Regular M.eetinc
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94M
(415)965.4717
i ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
APRIL 18, 1984
MINUTES
I. ROLL CALL
President Daniel Wendin called the adjourned Regular Meeting to order at 7.35 P.M.,
noting that this meeting was adjourned from the April 11 , 1984 Regular Meeting.
Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Daniel Wendin, Teena Henshacv, Edward Shelley, Harry
Turner and Richard Bishop.
Members Absent: Nonette Hanko.
Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, David Hansen, Charlotte MacDonald,
Stanley Norton, Michael Foster, Cecilia Cyrier, and Emma Johnson.
II. NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
Exercise of Option to Acquire Lands of Wilkins (Continued)
H. Grench, introduced report R-84-21 dated April 13, 1984. He stated that the property,
if acquired, would be the largest single acquisition ever made by the District and that
staff had worked with Save._the Redwoods League and Mr. Wilkins to negotiate the purchase-
C. Britton illustrated on the map the location of the property and pointed out the
area of the life estate. He doted there had been modifications in the purchase agree-
ment since the Board last saw it, namely the notes are for 10 years rather than 5, with
the interest rate at 11% rather than 10%, District acceptance of a license agreement,
and an addition of a legal description of the proposed life estate.
He explained how the valuation of the property had been arrived at through appraisals,
taking into account timber volume sales, test borings, and a new timber cruise, and
concluded that the $6 million price was reasonable if not a bargain price for the
property.
Referring to conditions of title, C. Britton stated two title exceptions existed:
(1 ) a 1974 Timber Purchase Contract with Louisiana-Pacific which legal analysis found
not a valid encumbrance which would constrain District ownership" of the land, and (2)
a timber Royalty Agreement between Rancho Canada de Verde, Inc. and Wilkins which
"is likely unenforceable." He added that staff feels the matter can be successfully
defended and brought to an amiable conclusion. In addition, owners of 3 illegally
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developed lots in Redwood Park Subdivision claim a prescriptive easement over a portio
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of the property and future staff efforts may be directed toward resolution of this
potential problem.
There were also some survey questions, two of which involved the Redwood Park Subdivision.
Since th
e Count has been acquiring
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70% of the land area, the boundary line location may become a moot question. A third
boundary line discrepancy is due to vagueness of the legal description and could be
established by a Record of Survey and possible legal action-
C. Britton said that Save the Redwoods League had pledged $2,000,000 toward the purchase
of the land in return for an agreement that guarantees that timber never be harvested
on the property and that the League could have rights to designate memorial groves.
The District wanted to ensure through the agreement that it be able to develop low
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board o1 Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Shettey,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Wendin
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intensity recreational and open space facilities without violating the covenants of
the agreement.
D. Hansen showed slides of the site, noting the property is in the center of an
extensive hiking-recreation area with long-range trail connection potential including
a "City to the Sea" trail as well as internal loop trails. He stated there is poten-
tial for negotiating a joint management agreement with the State for the lower part
of the property. Other use and management discussions concerned a ranger residence
on the site and planned signs and gates.
He pointed out that staff is recommending the property be named Purisima Creek Redwoods
Open Space Preserve, with Whittemore Gulch becoming an area of that preserve.
Carolyn Lekberg of the Midpeninsula Trails Council asked if the stiles would be for
equestrians as well as hikers. D. Hansen responded that at this time stiles were for
hikers only.
Motion: H. Turner moved the adoption of Resolution 84-18 a Resolution of the Board
of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Authorizing
Exercise of Option by Acceptance of Agreement to Purchase Real Property,
Authorizing Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District,
Authoriz
ing Officer o Execute. Grant of R t Restriction with Covenants and
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AuthorizingGeneral Manager to Execute An and All Other D Necessary Documents Necess
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or Appropriate to Closin of the Transaction Purisima Creek Redwoods Open
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Space Preserve - Wilkins Property). R. Bishop seconded the motion
The motion passed 6 to 0.
Motion: H. Turner moved the adoption of Resolution 84-19, a Resolution of the Board
of.Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Providing for
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the Issuance and Delivery of $1 ,700,000 Principal Amount of Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District 1984 Installment Promissory Notes (Purisima
Canyon Acquisition)". R. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion passed
6 to 0.
Motion: H. Turner moved that the Board tentatively adopt the use and management
recommendations contained in report R-84-21 , name the property Purisima
Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, and indicate its intention to dedicate
the property as public open space. . R. Bishop seconded the motion. The
motion passed 6 to 0.
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Board and staff members discussed alternative plans for the Special Meeting of
April 19 if inclement weather interfered.
C. Britton stated that staff had discussed the possibility of the Board hosting a
thank-you picnic for Save the Redwoods League toward the end of summer at the Purisima
Creek property. D. Wendin stated the consensus of the Board that it was a very good
f idea.
C. Lekberg stated her appreciation to the Board for its efforts in acquiring such
substantial property.
IV. CLOSED SESSION
The Board adjourned to Closed Session on land acquisition and litigation matters at
8:45 P.M.
V. ADJOURNMENT
The Board reconvened to adjourn at 10:35 P.M.
Emma Johnson
Secretary
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
SPECIAL MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
EDGEWOOD COUNTY PARK
APRIL 19, 198
MINUTES
1. ROLL CALL
Vice President Harry Turner called the meeting to order at
11:10 a.m. at the Old Stage Road entrance to Edgewood Park.
Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Teena Henshaw, Edward
Shelley and Harry Turner
Members Absent: Daniel Wendin, Richard Bishop and Nonette
Hanko
Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, David Hansen, Charlotte
MacDonald and Lea Brown
Others Present: David Christy, San Mateo County Parks and
Recreation Director; Paul Claudon, Anita Spangler,
Kathy McKay-Markillie, Richard Silver, San Mateo County
Parks and Recreation Commissioners; Harry Dean, Chief Park
Planner; Bob. Emertr Chief or larks
II.TOUR OF PROPOSED DAY CATS'
Harry Dean, Chief Park Planner for San Mateo County, led the
group on a tour of the proposed day camp on Old Stage Road.
David Christy, Director of Parks and Recreation for San Mateo
County described the current status of plans for a golf
course at Edgewood Park.
III.WILDFLOWER WALK
District Docent Doug Erskine led the group on a wildflower
walk in the serpentine area of Edgewood Park.
IV. LUNCH AND INFORMAL DISCUSSION
During a brown bag lunch in the wildflower area Board Members,
Commissioners, and staff from both agencies held informal
discussions on subjects of mutual interest and concern_
V. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 1 :25 p.m. .
L. Brown,
Secretary
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board o/Directors:Katherine Duty,Barbara Green,Nonette G.Hanko.Richard 5-Bishop,Edward G.Shettey.Harry a Turner,DanW G.Wendin
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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
APRIL 25, 1984
MINUTES
I. ROLL CALL
In the absence of the President and Vice President of the Board, Secretary Katherine
Duff called the meeting P.M.Y 9
to order at 7:37
Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Edward Shelley, Teena Henshaw, and Richard Bishop.
Nonette Hanko arrived at 10:43 P.M.
Members Absent: Daniel Wendin and Harry Turner
Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, David Hansen, William Tannenbaum,
Del Woods, Stanley Norton, and Jean Fiddes.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that E. Shelley be elected President Pro Tempore for the
meeting. R. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion passed 4 to 0.
II. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
J.• Fiddes stated the Board had received the following written communications:
1 ) an invitation from the Golden Gate Council of American Youth Hostels to the May 6
Friends of Hosteling Annual Spring Tea at the Montara Lighthouse Hostel in celebration
of national American Youth Hostels Week;
2) a letter, dated April 14, from Jeffry Harris, Prospect Road, Cupertino, stating
his interest in leasing the adobe pool house on the Fremont Older Open Space Preserve;
3) a letter, dated April 12, from Assemblyman Robert Naylor, and a letter, dated
April 13, from Senator Alfred E. Alquist, thanking President Wendin for his letter in
support of SB 1470 and SB 1471 regarding beverage container deposits;
4) a letter from Donna R. Harris, Prospect Road, Cupertino, regarding problems with
dogs on Fremont Older Open Space Preserve and requesting better signing at the`foot of
their drive to identify the trailhead into the field and their drive as private property;
5) a letter, dated April 20, from Betsy Crowder, forwarding the San Mateo County Bike-
ways Advisory Committee's report concerning the Arastra Park Plan. tars. Crowder noted
the Bikeways Advisory Committee's Plan still shows upper Alpine Road as a bike route,
and the Committee is anxious to work with the District on the route;
6) a letter, dated April 20, from Marcella Zobel of Monterey, in favor of retaining
the High Meadow riding stable; and
7) a letter, dated April 22, from Bill T. and Virginia Closs who reside at 10320 W.
Loyola Drive and own property on Ravensbury Avenue, stating their opposition to the
construction of a parking facility in the vicinity of High Meadows Ranch.
H. Grench stated no action had yet been taken by staff on the leasing of the adobe
structure on the Fremont Older Open Space Preserve and said staff would contact
Mr. Harris regarding his request.
D. Hansen stated he had drafted a response to Mrs. Harris and had already contacted
her regarding the signing discussed in her letter. He said some new signs would be
installed next week.
III. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
H. Grench stated it would be necessary to defer action on the third agenda item,
Proposed Acquisition of La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve, until Director Hanko
was present. Fie noted the Board might want to recess to Closed Session prior to
Herbert A.Grench,Generei Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonelte G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop.Edward G.Shetley,Harry a Turner,Daniel G.Weadin
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considering the proposes► acquisition since Director Hanko was expected to arrive
between 9.30 and 10:00 P.M.
E. Shelley stated the agenda was adopted by Board consensus with the contingency that
the proposed acquisition item would be deferred until N. Hanko was present.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were no oral communications.
V. OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
A Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for Grossmith Addition to Sierra Azui
Open Space Preserve
D. Hansen reviewed memorandum M-84-41 of April 16, 1984 regarding the interim use
and management plans for the former Grossmith property. He noted escrow on the
property had closed on April 6, and to date staff had received no additional public
comment.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board adopt the interim use and management plan
and withhold the property from dedication. T. Henshaw seconded the motion.
Discussion: George E. Zanardi , 17080 Pine Street, Los Gatos, stated that
he ownesTtwo acres of land ad, oining the former Grossmith property,
that he had not been notified of the acquisition, and that he was opposed
to the District's acquisition of the property. D. Hansen reviewed the
proposed interim use and management recommendations for the property, and
K. Duffy explained that a public meeting would be held in the Los Gatos
area to solicit public input on the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve,
particularly the proposed Kennedy Road parking area and the entry way to
the Preserve. Oliver Hitchcock, 15060 Kennedy Road, read a letter,
dated April 25, 1984, from Richard A. Ross, 15155 Kennedy Road, Los
Gatos, stating Mr. Ross was in full agreement with the District's purchase
of the Grossmith property and that he had a deed to one set of springs
on the property and the unlimited use of another spring. Mr. Ross Al
requested he be informed of any act or action by the District that would
affect his water system. Mr. Hitchcock, an adjacent property owner,
questioned the status of the road that passes through the Grossmith
property and serves as part of his driveway, whether the driveway would
be open to the general public, and what actions the District would take
to curb vandalism or late night parties that might occur.
E. Shelley stated the District honors legal easements and that the interim
use and management plans for the former Grossmith property called for
the property to remain basically status quo. C. Britton stated one of
the reasons for purchasing the Grossmith property was to create a buffer
zone for other property in the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve and
explained the proposed location for the Kennedy Road parking area and
how the parking area would channel preserve users to specific areas.
Jim Mills, 15290 Kennedy Road, Los Gatos, an adjacent property owner,
questioned whether the former Grossmith property would be fenced off or
signed. D. Hansen responded the property would not be fenced further
and that signs would be installed to indicate the District's property lines.
E. Shelley requested staff review its procedures for notifying adjacent
property owners of an acquisition to ensure proper notification.
The motion passed 4 to 0.
B) Award of Contract for Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve Master Plan
D. Hansen reviewed memorandum M-84-42 of April 16, 1984 noting the following
changes were required in the proposed agreement: 1 } Page , Section A, Item 4 _
change the number of reproductions provided the District from 3 P o 5to2 - and
P 5 2
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Page Ten - the President Pro Tempore would sign the agreement in behalf of the
District. He noted, referring to Item 8 of Exhibit D, Amendments to Work Program
and Schedule, that all references to the Executive Committee would be deleted in
the contract and exhibits. H. Grench, in response to a question from T. Henshaw,
stated the Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) had decided that an Executive Committee
composed of District and POST representatives was not a good idea at this time
and added POST would have its own advisory committee for the master plan project.
K. Duffy requested Item 8 of Exhibit D be amended to state that all reference to
the Executive Committee or Liaison Committee shall be deleted in the contract
and exhibits.
D. Hansen noted the Work Program and Schedule called for four public workshops,
as well as reports to the Board on the planning project.
In response to two questions from Tom Kavanaugh, 1726 Spring Street, Mountain View,
D. Hansen stated the planning process would take into account a possible satellite
Ranger yard at the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve and that copies of reports
provided the District for internal use by the consultant did not preclude public
review of the documents .
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board approve the Agreement for Consultation
Services for Planning of Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve and authorize
the President Pro Tempore to execute the document with 2M Associates on
behalf of the District. E. Shelley seconded the motion.
Discussion: E. Shelley, with K. Duffy's concurrence, clarified the
agreement to be voted upon included the two amendments stated by
staff and the amendment of Item 8 of Exhibit D to state that all
references to the Executive Committee or Liaison Committee shall be
deleted in the contract and exhibits. The motion passed 4 to 0.
E. Shelley stated the Board would next consider Item Four on the agenda since
N. Hanko was not present.
VI. NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED
A. Scheduling of Special Meeting for May 12, 1984
H. Grench, referring to memorandum M-84-40 of April 6, 1984, noted the meeting
would convene in the parking lot of Rancho San Antonio County Park, and he dis-
tributed the latest tour itinerary. He noted the tour was almost filled, and
discusion centered on whether and when a second tour for public officials might
be held. Possible dates discussed included the weekend after the initial tour
or next spring.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board schedule a Special Meeting for Saturday,
May 12, 1984 from 9:00 A.M. until approximately 2:00 P.M. for the
purpose of conducting a tour of District lands for public officials.
T. Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion passed 4 to 0.
R. Bishop stated he would not be able to attend the Special Meeting.
VII. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
D. Hansen said he had two tickets for the Midpeninsula Trails Council gathering at
Ridge Winery on Saturday, May 5, if any Board members were interested in attending.
H. Grench, in response to a question from T. Henshaw, said Board members should let
E. Johnson know by May 16 if they were planning to attend the Special Districts'
Forum.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED (continued)
B. Proposed Acquisition of La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve (Collett Property)
S. Norton, noting that there were some members of the public present for the agenda
item concerning the proposed acquisition of the Collett property, said it would be
appropriate for the Board to hold a partial discussion of the item prior to N. Hanko'
arrival . Linda Fischman, 148 La Honda Road, Woodside, an adjacent property owner,
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stated her concerns reg-,-ding how preserve use might aftect adjacent properties.
E. Shelley stated that the Board would hear the staff report and public comments on
the item at this time.
W. Tannenbaum, referring to report R-84-22 dated April 6, 1984, used the wall map to
indicate the location of the 225 acre parcel located west of La Honda Road (Highway
84) approximately one mile west of the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. He reviewed
the terms of the purchase agreement, noting the total purchase price was 5650,000 with
$100,000 in cash to be paid at the close of escrow and the balance financed over a
ten year period at 7% interest.
D. Hansen reviewed the interim use and management recommendations for the property,
noting staff would research alternative access points and different types of bridges
to the site due to the collapsed state of the bridge across La Honda Creek. He
showed slides of the property, stated staff was recommending the property be withheld
from dedication at this time, and noted staff was recommending the site be unofficially
named La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve.
David J. Rude, 1570 The Alameda, No. 101 , San Jose, stated he represented Rancho Del
Cielo Associates which had an option to purchase the Dyer Ranch. He stated he was
in favor of the District's acquisition of the Collett property and discussed access
to the site, noting the Dyers, as stated in the April 17, 1984 letter from Dora F.
Dyer to C. Britton, would not allow any access across the lands of Calvin Y. and Dora
F. Dyer to the Collett property. Mr. Rude questioned what was meant by withholding
a property from dedication and discussed the type of possible development his invest-
ment group proposed for the Dyer property.
IX. CLOSED SESSION
Since there were no additional public comments on the proposed acquisition, the
Board adjourned
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ourned to a Closed Session on land negotiation and litigation matters. at
8:56 P.M.
The Board reconvened to public session at 10:15 P.M. and recessed for a break until
N. Hanko's arrival at 10:34 P.M.
The Board reconvened to public session at 10:34 P.M. and returned to the agenda item,
Proposed Acquisition of La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve (Collett Property).
X. NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED, continued
B. Proposed Acquisition of La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve (continued)
W. Tannenbaum and D. Hansen summarized the staff report for N. Hanko, and D. Hansen
stated the staff report should be corrected to state that the former mill on the
site was Hanson-Ackerson Mill , rather than Harrison-Ackerson Mill .
H. Grench stated the resolution should be amended to delete Section Five since
the 1982 Negotiable Promissory Notes Acquisition Fund would not be used for this
acquisition.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt Resolution 84-20, a Resolution of
the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Authorizing Acceptance of Agreement to Purchase Real Property, Authorizing
Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District, and
Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents
Necessary to Closing of the Transaction (La Honda Creek Open Space
Preserve - Collett Property), with Section Five deleted from the
Resolution in the staff report. T. Henshaw seconded the motion.
The motion passed 5 to 0.
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board tentatively adopt the use and management
recommendations for the site, indicate its intention to withhold the
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property from dedication, and give the property the name of La Ronda
Creek Open Space Preserve. N. Nanko seconded the motion. The motion
passed 5 to 0.
XI. CLAIMS
Motion: R. Bishop moved the approval of the Revised Claims 84-8. T. Renshaw seconded
the motion. The motion passed 5 to 0.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M.
Jean R. Fiddes
District Clerk
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Claims 84-8
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MIDPENI]TSU LA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTPaCi i
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ou.*� Name Description
68921 v1 ,596.44 Alice Bachtold Relocation Expense and Purchase
of Appliances
6893 22.27 Crest Copies , Inc. Map Duplication
5894 38.37 The Dark Room Photo Processing,
6895 3, 000.00 Sylvia Emerson Purchase of Leasehold Interest
6896 272.42 Ewert 's Photo Photographic Supplies
6897 12.50 Federal Express Ccrp. Mail Contract
6898 15 .20 General Telephone Co. of CA Listing-Los Gatos Directory
5899 28.15 Herbert Grench Meal Conference
6900 34.65 Mary Gundert Private Vehicle Expense
901 29. 9A Harbinger Communications Storage Charges-Openspace Mail
List
6902 65 .00 International Ri ht e` Wa,T Educational Assistance-P. Stars
Association
6903 75.51 Mtn. View Discount Office Office Supplies
Supply
6404 22. 88 Norney's Office Supplies
16905 354.05 On-Line Business Systems , Inc.Computer Services-February
6906 6,491. 78 Pinkerton's , Inc. Security Service-Hassler
701. 80 SGS, Inc. Installation and Materials for
Wood Stove-Rental .Unit
6908 1, 350.00 John H. Tallett Legal Services-March
6909 1003,000.00 Ticor Title Insurance Co. Purchase of Colette Property
5910 447. 30 Electro-Motion, Inc. Rental of Generator-Bean Douse
6911 28. 76 Alice Watt Prints
'6912 325.00 Special Districts Management District Finance Program-Herber
Seminars Grench
6913 24.00 Amerigas Oxygen/Acetylene Refill
�914 90. 69 CA Water Service Co. Water Service-Rancho San Anton]
*Open Space Preserve
6915 37.55 David Camp Workshop
6916 5. 38 Clark' s Auto Parts Vehicle Maintenance Supplies
6917, 300.00 Susan Cretekos March Patrol Services-Windmill
Pasture
Claims 84-8 Revised
Meet- " g 84-10
Apri 25, 1984
Amo,in- Name -Description
�918 —$ ? . Ca= Foster Bros . Security Systems Duplicate Keys
919 200.001 Edmund Guidiee Seminar
920 31. 95 The Hub Schneider' s Replacement Canisters-Mace
921 56 . 21 Hubbard and Johnson Structure Repairs
922 3012. 10 Los Altos Garbage Co. Garbage Service
,�923 330. 93 Orchard Supply Hardware Shop Supplies and Fence Materia
924 70. 39 PG and E Utilities
5925 26.61 Martin Potter Ranger Uniform
')926 33.19 Reef Industries , Inc. Security Rope
927 283. 80 S & W Equipment Co. Field Supplies Maintenance and
Repair
i928 24. 73 San Mateo Co. Building Demo Permit-Coal Creek Open Spa'
Inspection Preserve
6929 53.23 James Boland Reimbursement-Ranger Uniforms
930 31. 85 Sears Shop Supplies
931 91.20 Peninsula Times Tribune Ad for Ranger Position
932 225 .29 Tool Emporium, Inc. Field Supplies Repair and
Maintenance
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933 10. 39 Tools-R-Us Tools
034 68.60 Union Oil. Co. Gas for District Vehicles
935 16.99 Lisa Varney Ranger Uniform
9-16 45.00 Western Interpreters Assoc. Agency Membership
i937 20.00 Western Exterminator Co. Termite Inspection Fee
i938 58.58 ZZZ Sanitation Co. Portable Toilet Rental-Hassler
039 200.00 East Bay Regional Park Internship Training for Docent:
District Coordinator
0940 45.00 Park Practice-NRPA Subscription
i941 11. 82 Porter-Cable Corp. Replacement Power Tool Cable
042 21.10 Monogram Industries Toilet Chemicals-Shipping and
Container Charges
043 1 ,172.62 Peninsula Oil Co. Gas for District Vehicles
944 328. 37 Western Fire Equipment Co. Tank for District Vehicle
945 178. 68 Petty Cash Photo Processing, Local- Meal
Confrences, Postage, Office
Supplies , -Duplicating, Private
Vehicle Expense, Out of Town
Meeting Expenses .
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Scanning the Manzanita Ridge is Sally Skol. %Equestrians are protesting that foot traffic
In background are John Flolo, a veteri- and wheel traffic (trail bikers) are incompa-
narian, Nancy Ellis and rider Barbara Fluer. tible.
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of paths, says equestrian
Los Gatan Barbara Fluer says she feels like a bowl- switchback,with many blind corners and bicyclists des (open space) left makes it imperative that we learn to
Mg pin waiting to be knocked over when she rides her cend it at a frightening speed. share,"Hemmes says.
horse on Manzanita Ridge(Sierra Azul Preserve).She is Trail bikes cause erosion,she also charges,and con- Hemmes calls the wearing of protective apparel evi-
referring to non-motorized trail bikes, which she would sidering the protective gear that trail bike enthusiasts dence of a"cautious and sensible rider,"not the marB of
like to see outlawed in the Midpeninsula Regional Open wear,they're"just anticipating an accident." an accident waiting to happen. Is the fact that some
Space District(MROSD). Fluer experienced a collision last summer when a equestrians carry whips evidenc of sadomasochistic ten-
biker skidded and fell under her hourse. Fortunately, dencies,he asks.
More likely than banning bikers throughout would be she says,the horse did not rear up and injure the cyclist,
the designating of some trails for bicycling, some for "but scrambled up a steep embankment where he lost The MROSD will discuss the problem at its March 28
equestrians,says Craig Britton of MROSD.Horses can his footing." meeting.
also be a hazard for hikers,he adds.The different types "I am concerned and frightened,and will try to get a In other Manzanita Ridge business, the MROSD
of park users have yet to meet to try to resolve differ- resolution of this problem,"Fluer says. board has acquired a three-acre parcel along Kennedy
ences, but both sides have sent letters of protest to the Trail biker David Hemmes refutes the equestrian Road adjacent to the open space preserve.
MROSD board. viewpoint and says trail bike riders are not just after The parcel,still in escrow, was purchased from Ed-
Fluer says she would like to see a "feet only"philo- thrill and speed,but"I can assure you that my objective ward and Joanne Grossmith for$36,OW.It is designed to
sophy adopted by MROSD outlawing mechanical devic- is cardiovascular exercise." provide a buffer between the area of the preserve being
es of any kind. Equestrian and biker use is not a com- "Open spaces must not become the private preserve considered for parking and the private residences to the
padble relationship, she says. The Manzanita trail is a of the local equestrians. The fact that there is so little east and south.
Continued from page 1 ing and pretty soon they're drinking more and
they personally didn't, and one quarter said they more,"Radke says.
wanted to get drunk at parties,"Silverstein says. "Teenagers see that and use that to cover up their
"I pick up on a real movement among the kids use of other drugs like marijunana and cocaine,"
that's against drinking and drugs," she says. "Our says Carola Hixon of the National Council on
center is not a referral place for teen alcoholics.We Alcoholism. "Parents may willingly buy a keg and
see truants, those tardy or with low self-confidence, think the kids only had a few beers, but they don't
and those with family problems." know what else is going on."
"We've only had one case of a student using "When you call the police about a party, all they
alcohol this year,"says Fisher'Junior High Principal do is quiet it down. They don't cite any parents for
Clyde Laird. "Over the past few years, substance serving alcohol or minors they see drinking it," a
abuse has decreased considerably." parent says.
"It's real hard to know how much of a problem "Personally, I think the police should arrest
alcohol is for high school students,says one parent." parents for contributing to the delinquency of minors.
Why do we have laws if they're not enforced?" she
"I'm not going to snitch on my family and a lot of kids says.
feel the same way about their friends.A certain pro-
tectiveness is natural." "I don't think it's a police problem," says Hixon.
High school policy says that anyone caught con- "Parents must take responsibility for their own chil-
suming alcohol with it in their possession or on their dren and be unpopular by not permitting alcohol at
breath will be suspended for three days and must teen parties. If parents don't take the responsibility
spend three Saturdays at school. The second offense for their own children,it's not right to ask the police
means involuntary transfer to Mark Twain High and school to,"she says."It's OK for teens to be mad
School. at their parents.Parents would expect this when they
"We don't go light on kids.We're serious about en- stand by what's right."
forcing these rules," says Marilyn Stoops, dean of "The extent of drinking by teens will be hard to de-
girls at Los Gatos High. "In the last year and a half termine, admits PTA President Susan Bruntz and
the athletic league has passed a rule that when Fisher Junior High Principal,Clyde Laird."Face it,
athletes are suspended for use of alcohol or drugs how many kids will tell the truth on those surveys?"
they are off the team for the remainder of the sea- Laird says.
son,' she says. In 1983,3,332 teens 15 to 18 years old were involved
"But it's a shame that some parents allow it. At in fatal and injury accidents on California roads,ac-
some parties parents serve alcohol. I guess some of cording to Highway Patrol figures. In the month of
them are relieved their son or daughter isn't smoking March 1984, Los Gatos police logged an average of
pot,but it's still substance abuse,"Stoops says. one alcohol-related offense a day for youth under 18,
"If you've served alcohol at teen parties, you've according to Juvenile Officer Jeff Miller.
contributed to drunk driving and maybe other of- "With the recent two deaths of Saratoga kids, I
fenses,"says one parent. think it's got people thinking,(if it's happening there,
recentlY• team f=inished second in afield of "One of the worst attitudes a parent can show is it's probably happening every other place,)" Bruntz
The Cal Poly -Fresno and third place to the one of(at least it's not drugs.)This condones drink- says.
nine.First lace went to
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University of California►
picture f1rom the past Amplification
House heights in Monte Sereno are determined by the
Vformer L. G. te....alchers size of the lot the house is built on,the side set-back of
ntwthe house and whether or not the height would impinge
g on existing neighbors' privacy, said Rosemary Pierce,
administrative assistant for Monte Sereno.
A story in the March 13 T-0 indicated that 20 feet was
the height limit for all new housing.Actually,it was the
limit placed on one: a proposed house at One Oak Lane.
A hearing on the application was heard at the most
recently City Council meeting.
One-acre and half-acre lots generally speaking,have
a 35-foot limit,but this can go as low as 20 feet in order to
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SACRAMENTO.CA 95814 May 9 , 1984 CHAIRMAN,
(916)445-7632 CRIMINAL LAW AND
PUBLIC SAFETY
DISTRICT OFFICE
785 CASTRO STREET NATURAL RESOURCES
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MOUNTAIN VIEW,CA 94041 JOINT LEGISLATIVE
(415)961-6031 Calif arnia ifegitlatur COMMITTEE ON
PRISONS(VICE-CHAIRMAN)
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
BETSY BLAIS BYRON D. SHER
ASSEMBLYMAN, TWENTY-FIRST DISTRICT
April 23 , 1984
Daniel Wendin , President
Board of Directors
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle , Suite D-1
Los Altos , Ca 94022
Dear Mr . jew in
Thank you for writing to support SB 1470 (McCorquodale ) ,
the "Bottle Bill , " which would require a nickle deposit on beer
and soft drink cans and bottles .
As you may know , the bill , of which I am a coauthor ,
failed passage recently in the Senate Natural Resources and
Wildlife Committee . Senator McCorquodale did not ask for
reconsideration .
While it is unfortunate that SB 1470 was defeated ,
the sponsors , Californians Against Waste , have indicated that
they will pursue similar legislation next year. Once again ,
thank you for writing . Please continue to keep me informed
of your views and concerns .
Sincerely ,
A'
BYRON SHER
Assemblyman , 21st District
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W.GORDON EUSTICE 160 MAIN STREET POST OFFICE BOX
JOHN B.SINES LOS ALTOS,C41LIfOQf11A 9AO22 400
(415) 94&-1096
May 2 , 1984
Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle
Los Altos , California 94022
Directors of the District:
I own 8+ acres on upper Ravensbury in Los Altos
(sketch attached) .
The property is burdened by an easement to
Neary Rock Quarry, Inc .
I understand the District has acquired part of
the Neary property and proposes public access with a
public parking lot . The easement to Neary is restricted
to Neary and for private use -- not to the public for
public use which obviously would vary from its terms
and enhance the burden.
Further , in the name of protecting the environ-
ment it seems to me the District would be ravaging it .
Instead of preserving these primitive areas for true
wilderness lovers you are providing easy access for
"cocktail hour environmentalists . "
I join Greer Sugden and others in protesting
this abomination. �
Very truly yo ,
. Gordon Eustice
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22548 Ravensbury
Los Altos Hills , CA 94022
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eeting 84-11
May 984
CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW
Department: City Clerk 540 Castro Street
Telephone: (415)966-6304 P.O Box 10
Mountain View, CA 94042
May 7, 1984
Mr. Daniel Wen in, President
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1
Los Altos, CA 94022
Dear Mr. Wendin:
This will acknowledge receipt of your letter asking the
City to consider leasing the Crittenden Marsh area and
managing it for public use .
Your letter has been referred to our Park Superintendent,
Glenn Lyles, for consideration and recommendation. I'm
sure you will be hearing from the City soon.
Yours truly,
Alice Roylan,&e
City Clerk
cc: Mayor
Park Superintendent
M-84-48
� (Meeting 84-11
'VirMay 9, 1984)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
May 3 , 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
PREPARED BY: C. MacDonald, Public Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: Resolution in Support of Proposition 18 , the California
Park and Recreational Facilities Act of 1984
Introduction: In the twelve ears since its creation b the voters
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in 1972, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has grown
from a "vision" into a well-established local governmental agency
responsible for the ownership and management of 17, 500 acres of
public open space lands in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties.
Grant funds from the voter-approved State Park Bond Acts of 1974 ,
1976, and 1980 have been enormously helpful to the Open Space Dis-
trict in the past, contributing significantly to the acquisition of
the popular Rancho San Antonio and Monte Bello Open Space Preserves
in the hills above Cupertino, Los Altos, and Palo Alto. Funds from
the Roberti-Z 'Berg Urban Open Space Program (partially funded by
the 1980 State Bond Act) have helped toward the District' s acquisi-
tion of the Hassler Health Home property in San Carlos and the
Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in San Mateo County, and will make
possible the joint acquisition of the proposed Los Gatos Creek Park
with the Town of Los Gatos (see attached table for details on these
grants) .
Discussion: The District is presently engaged in a program of land
acquisition and site development, with public use of its 21 open space
preserves at an all-time high -- and growing. A "Yes" vote on June 5
for Proposition 18 , the California Park and Recreational Facilities
Act of 1984 could help the District in speeding the development of
parking areas, trails, and other facilities in such areas as the Sky-
line Ridge Open Space Preserve, where a master plan for public
recreational use is underway. It could also help the District meet
the public ' s demand for access to some of its less developed sites
such as the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve near Los Gatos.
Recommendation: I recommend that you go on record in support of
Proposition 18 by approving the attached resolution.
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MROSD PROJECTS FUNDED IN PART BY CALIFORNIA STATE BOND ACTS
1974 Bond Act
j North Foothills Open Space Preserve $833 ,535
1976 Bond Act
Monte Bello Open Space Preserve $750 ,712
1980 Bond Act
Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve $780 , 817
Hassler Health Home Property 68,603
Los Gatos Creek Park 197,221
TOTAL $2,630 ,888
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RESOLUTION NO. 84-21
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA
REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT SUPPORTING PROPOSITION 18
WHICH PLACES BEFORE THE VOTERS OF CALIFORNIA JUNE 5, 1984
A BOND MEASURE TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PARKS AND RECREA-
TIONAL LAND ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT AND OTHER RELATED
PURPOSES
WHEREAS, public parklands and open space areas vastly enhance
our environment and our lives; and
WHEREAS, open space areas are a necessity to life, since they
have a substantial effect on mental and physical health, and agri-
cultural productivity; and
WHEREAS , Proposition 18 would place before the voters of
California a measure to provide financing of a program for acquiring,
developing, or restoring real property for state and local park,
beach, recreational or historical resources preservation purposes; and
WHEREAS, the proposed program will make available additional,
or augment existing, park and recreation areas and add or improve
facilities in and near population centers, where the demand for
facilities is increasing; and
WHEREAS, enhancement of parklands and conservation of natural
resources have a direct economic benefit to our region and the state
as a whole; and moreover will benefit the health and well-being of
Californians;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors
of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District goes on record in
support of Proposition 18 .
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M-84-46
(Meeting 84-11
May 9, 1984)
m
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
May 2, 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager; D. Woods,
Open Space Planner; A. Watt,
Environmental Analyst
SUBJECT: Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Cho
Property Addition to Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve
Introduction: At your March 14, 1984 meeting, you approved the
proposed Cho property addition to Rancho San Antonio Open Space
Preserve (see report R-84-15, dated March 6, 1984) . You also
tentatively adopted the use and management recommendations contained
in the report and indicated your intention to dedicate the property.
At the March 14, meeting, discussion centered around two issues : the
suitability of the boarding stables in their present location and
conflicts between various types of trail users . President Wendin
asked that at least one public meeting be held to solicit input
regarding the stable before staff returns in June with the use and
management plan for Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve.
Discussion: Staff has received numerous letters over the past six
weeks expressing concern over the disposition of the stable. Staff
has tentatively scheduled a public workshop for the evening of Monday,
June 11 , 1984, to address the stable issue. Notice of the workshop
will be posted at the stable and in local newspapers a week before
the event. Notices will also be sent to all those who indicated
interest in the stable, either by attending the March 14 meeting or
by sending letters, as well as to individuals on the regular mailing
list, which includes adjacent neighbors and all others expressing
an interest in the Preserve.
Individuals concerned with trail usage and conflicts between different
types of users will be invited to attend a public workshop this
summer being organized by the Mid-peninsula Trails Council to focus
on usage problems . Staff 's approach is to deal with the issue in a
general way before focussing on it for specific sites such as
Rancho San Antonio and Sierra Azul Open Space Preserves .
A consultant was employed by the District to assist in the preparation
of an interim rental agreement for the boarding stables. As required
by the pre-existing lease, the tenant has been given 30 days notice
of the new agreement, which starts June 1 and will continue on a
month-to-month basis . Highlights of the lease include removing
all manure from the creek area, rental of $800 per month, and
M-84-46 Page two
maintenance of all trails and roads within the lease area.
Staff will !tg proceed to hire a consultant to investigate the long
term suitability of the stables in their present location. An
additional interim use and management recommendation should read:
6 . A pipe gate and stile should be installed adjacent to the main
entry road near the dam to prevent vehicles from gaining access
to the southerly portion of the Preserve. The estimated cost
of the project is $900 and is included in FY 84-85 budget
preparation.
Recommendation: I recommend you adopt the interim use and management
plan as contained in report R-84-15 and amended above, and dedicate
the property as public open space.
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M-84-45
Al mA, (Meeting 84-11
May 9, 1984)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
May 3, 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager, M. Gundert, Associate
Open Space Planner
SUBJECT: Final Adoption of Interim Use and Management Plan for the Bachtold
Addition to Windy Hill Open Space Preserve
Introduction: At your March 28, 1984 meeting, you approved the proposed acqui-
sition of the 27 acre former Bachtold property adjacent to the Windy Hill Open
Space Preserve (see report R-84-16, dated March 15, 1984 and attached map) .
You also tentatively adopted the use and management recommendations contained
in the report and indicated your intention to dedicate the site as public open
space. Final adoption of the interim use and management plan was deferred
until after close of escrow in accordance with your adopted Open Space Use and
Management Planning Process, as amended September 14, 1983 (see memorandum
M-83-106, dated August 31 , 1983) . Escrow on the former Bachtold property
closed March 30, 1984. To date, staff has received no public comments on the
use and management plan.
Recommendation: I recommend you adopt the interim use and management plan as
contained in report R-84-16 and dedicate the property as open space. If, how-
ever, you decide not to approve the recommended demolition of the house, I
recommend that you withhold the property from dedication at least until further
decisions are made with respect to the future of the house.
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M-84-47
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of May 9 , 1984)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
May 3 , 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager;
W. Tannenbaum, Real Property Representative
SUBJECT: Notice of Completion of Contract and Acceptance of Work for
Electrification Project
Discussion: East Bay Electric Company completed construction for the
electrification of the house at 22400 Skyline Boulevard in the Long
Ridge Open Space Preserve on May 3 , 1984 (see memorandum M-84-24 ,
dated March 5 , 1984) . District and Counties of Santa Clara and San
Mateo staffs have inspected the work and found it completed as desig-
nated by the plans and specifications and that it conforms to building
code requirements.
The payment of $30 ,450 exceeds the original approved contract amount
of $29, 950. The extra $500 was used to purchase two 25 KVA trans-
formers to replace the 15 KVA transformers called for in the plans .
The extra capacity was required due to an unanticipated large line
voltage drop over the 1800 foot conduit run.
Recommendation: I recommend that you approve the attached Notice of
Completion and Acceptance of Work and authorize execution by the
President. I also recommend you authorize payment in the amount of
$30,450 to East Bay Electric Company, for work completed in construc-
tion for the electrification of the house at 22400 Skyline Boulevard,
Long Ridge Open Space Preserve.
M-84-47
(Meeting 84-11
May 9, 1984)
MEMORANDUM
May 3 , 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager
W. Tannenbaum, Real Property Representative
SUBJECT: Notice of Completion of Contract and Acceptance of Work
Discussion: East Bay Electric Company completed construction for
the electrification of the house at 22400 Skyline Boglevard iM lie
Long Ridge Open Space Preserve on May 31984� 'District aag( 6"niei
'tee � i
Of Santa Clara C staff have inspected the work and
p found
it completed as designated by the plans and specifications and that
it conforms to building code requirements .
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Recommendation: I recommend that you approve the attached Notice of
Completion and Acceptance of Work and authorize execution by the
President. I also recommend you authorize payment in the amount of
$30, 450 . 00 to East Bay Electric Company, for work completed in
construction for the electrification of the house at 22400 Skyline
Boulevard, Long Ridge Open Space Preserver s
on the att ch-ed--aims i ; Gt- for the meeting of
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NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by order of the Board of Directors of
the Midpeninsula Regional Oven Space District, pursuant to State law
that work to be performed under the contract heretofore made and
executed by and between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District,
as Owner therein, and East Bay Electric Company, as Contractor therein,
bearing the date March 29, 1984 for electrification of 22400 Skyline
Boulevard, Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and appurtenant facilities
upon lands of said District known as Long Ridge Open Space Preserve
situated in the Counties of Santa Clara and San Mateo, State of
California, was completed as called for and in the manner designated
by the plans and specifications by the said Contractor, on the 3rd
day of may, 1984
That the title of said District to the real property upon
which said work and contract was performed is that of Fee Simple.
That the address of said Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District is 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1, Los Altos , California 94022.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, pursuant to the order of the Board of
Directors made and given on the 9th day of _May, 1984 , authorizing
and directing the execution of this-instrument, the said District has
caused these presents to be executed in its name, authenticated by
the signature of the President of the said Board of Directors this
9th day of May, 1984
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN
SPACE DISTRICT
President, Board of Directors
ATTEST:
District Cierk
Date:
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT AND ACCEPTANNCE OF WORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by order of the Board of Directors of
the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, pursuant to State law
that work to be performed under the contract heretofore made and
executed by and between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District,
as Owner therein, and East Bay Electric Company, as Contractor therein,
bearing the date March 29 , 1984 for electrification of 22400 Skyline
Boulevard, Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and appurtenant facilities
upon lands of said District known as Long Ridge Open Space Preserve
situated in the Counties of Santa Clara and San Mateo, State of
California, was completed as called for and in the manner designated
by the plans and specifications by the said Contractor, on the 3rd
day of May, 1984
That the title of said District to the real property upon
which said work and contract was performed is that of Fee Simple_
That the address of said Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District is 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1 , Los Altos , California 94022_
IN WITNESS WHEREOF , pursuant to the order of the Board of
Directors made and given on the 9th day of May, 1984 , authorizing
and directing the execution o= this instrument, the said District has
caused these presents to be executed in its name, authenticated by
r the signature of the President of the said Board of Directors this
9th day of May, 1984
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN
SPACE DISTRICT
President, Board of Directors
ATTEST:
Distric errK
Date:
R-84-23
(Meeting 84-11
A, AA. May 9, 1984)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REPORT
May 3 , 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition manager;
D. Hansen, Land Manager; D. Woods,
Open Space Planner; P. Starrett,
Real Estate Research Analyst
SUBJECT: Proposed Addition to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
(Carter Property)
Introduction: A 10 acre parcel of land, located east of Highway 17 ,
has been offered for sale to the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District (see attached map) . If acquired, the parcel would become
an addition to the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve.
The property is an important part of the scenic backdrop immediately
above Lexington Reservoir. Because of its remoteness from the existing
areas of the Preserve, it should be considered the potential beginning
of a new area which hopefully will link up with the rest of the Preserve
in the future.
A. Description of the Site
1. Size, Location and Boundaries
The 10 acre property is approximately 2/3 mile east of Lexington
Reservoir on a ridge located between Soda Springs Canyon and
Hendrys Creek. It is a square-shaped parcel which is bounded
on all sides by private property. A road easement extending
northerly to Soda Springs Road is also included as a part
of this acquisition.
2 . Topography, Geology and Natural Features
The site is generally comprised of steep northeasterly facing
slopes and has an average elevation of 1500 feet. There is
a shallow ravine bisecting the parcel in the northwesterly
corner. This drainage is part of the Soda Springs Creek
watershed. The soils are classified Los Gatos-Maymen, which
are considered highly erodable. The vegetative community is
primarily chaparral, with a narrow strand of bay trees
located in the swale.
B. Current Use and Development
The property is currently undeveloped. The only improvement is
an unsurfaced overgrown roadway which enters the property near
the northwesterly corner and terminates in the swale. This
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roadway does connect to Soda Springs Road via an easement
which is partially passable by vehicle. A gate located at
Soda Springs Road is maintained by the adjacent property owner.
C. Planning Considerations
The property is located within unincorporated Santa Clara County
and is zoned Agricultural . Acquisition of the parcel for open space
purposes conforms with the General Plan of Santa Clara County.
The County 's Trails and Pathways Plan, as revised May 1982, indicates
a pr,,oposed trail corridor in the vicinity of this property, extending
from Lexington Reservoir to Mt. Thayer.
The parcel has a medium rating on the District' s Master Plan map,
a composite system of ranking lands ' suitability as open space.
D. Potential Use and Management
The site should be maintained as a natural area to protect the
visual backdrop of the Lexington Recreation Area and the integrity
of the watershed. The site could provide a link in the regional
trail system planned for the area.
E. Interim Use and Management Recommendation
1 . Boundary plaques should be placed where appropriate. Estimated
costs of $15 are included in fiscal year 1984-85 budget
preparation.
F. Dedication
I recommend this property be withheld from dedication at this time
to allow for the possibility of the transfer of density rights
or trade or sale of the entire parcel if the District is not
successful in completing the trail corridor in this area. With-
holding this property from dedication is consistent with the
status of the adjoining District-owned land.
G. Naming
I recommend this property become an addition to the Sierra Azul
Open Space Preserve and that a specific area name be considered
at a later date if the unit is enlarged.
H. Terms
The total purchase price provided for in the attached Purchase
Agreement is $50 ,000for the 10 acre parcel, to be paid in cash
at the close of escrow. This value is based upon the fact that
the property would support one residential unit, and is readily
accessible to a public road (Soda Springs Road) .
Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the accompanying Resolution
of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District Authorizing Acceptance of Purchase Agreement, Authorizing
Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of Grant to District,
and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents
Necessary to Closing of the Transaction (Sierra Azul Open Space
Preserve - Carter Property) .
I further recommend that you tentatively adopt the use and management
recommendations contained in this report, and indicate your intention
to withhold the property from dedication.
RESOLUTION NO. 84-22
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MID-
PENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING
ACCEPTANCE OF PURCHASE AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING
OFFICER TO EXECUTE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE OF
GRANT TO DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING GENERAL MANAGER
TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY
OR APPROPRIATE TO CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION
(SIERRA AZUL OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - LANDS OF CARTER)
The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open
Space District does resolve as follows :
Section One. The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District does hereby accept the offer contained
in that certain Purchase Agreement between Charles C. Carter et ux
and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, a copy of which
is attached hereto and by reference made a part thereof , and authorizes
the President or appropriate officers to execute the Agreement on be-
half of the District.
Section Two. The President of the Board of Directors or
other appropriate officer is authorized to execute a certificate of
acceptance to any deed (s) granting title to said property.
Section Three. The General Manager of the District shall
cause to be given appropriate notice of acceptance to the seller. The
General Manager further is authorized to execute any and all other
documents in escrow necessary or appropriate to the closing of the
transaction.
Section Four. The General Manager of the District is
authorized to expend up to $1,000 to cover the cost of title insurance,
escrow fees, and other miscellaneous costs related to this transaction.
Section Five. The sum of $50 ,000 is hereby ordered to be
withdrawn from the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1982
Negotiable Promissory Notes Acquisition Fund for this Purchase.
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PURCHASE AGREEMENT
THISA-EL'MENT is made and entered into by and between Charles C.
Carter and Carolyn J. Carter, his wife, hereinafter called "SELLER"
and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, hereinafter
called "DISTRICT. "
1. PURCHASED PROPERTY
SELLER agrees to sell to DISTRICT, and DISTRICT agrees to
purchase from SELLER, SELLER'S real property located
within an unincorporated area of Santa Clara County, State
of California, consisting of ten acres (10.0) , more or
less, and commonly referred to as Santa Clara County
Assessor's Parcel No. 558-28-008; said property being more
particularly described in Preliminary Title Report No.
179672, dated February 26 , 1982 , from Valley Title Company,
said Report being designated Exhibit "A," as attached
hereto and by this reference incorporated herein and made
apart hereof. Said property being acquired together with
any easements, rights of way, or rights of use which may
be appurtenant or attributable to the aforesaid lands,
and anv and all improvements attached oY- affixed thereto.
2. PURCHASE. PRICE AND MANNER OF PAYMENT
The total purchase price shall be Fifty Thousand and
No/100 Dollars ($50 ,000 .00) payable in cash at such time
as escrow may be closed and title conveyed to the DISTRICT
under the terms and conditions set forth herein_
3. TITLE AND POSSESSION
Title and possession of the subject property shall be
conveyed to DISTRICT at the close of escrow by Grant Deed,
free 1 and
n clear of al n 1 liens, encumbrances judgments,
ents
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easements, taxes, assessments, covenants, restrictions,
rights, and conditions of record except:
A. Taxes for the fiscal year in which this escrow
closes shall be cleared and paid for in th-e
manner required by Section 4986 of the Revenue
and Taxation Code.
B. Typewritten exception number 2 listed in said
Preliminary Title Report (Exhibit "A") _
Purchase Agreement - Carter Page Two
4. COSTS
DISTRICT shall pay all escrow, recording, and customary
title insurance charges and fees incurred in this trans-
action. SELLER shall be responsible for, and pay all
costs of any reconveyance of Deed of Trust, full release
of mortgage, payment of liens, discharge of judgments ,
or any other charges, costs, or fees incurred in order to
deliver marketable title to DISTRICT_
5 . WAIVER OF STATUTORY COMPENSATION
SELLER understands that it may be entitled to receive the
fair market value of the Property under the Federal.
Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition
Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) and California Government
Code Section 7267 , et seq. SELLER acknowledges that it is
familiar with the applicable Federal and Cali-fornia law_
SELLER hereby waives all existing and future rights it
may have to receive the fair market value of the property
under any applicable Federal or California law.
6 . COMMISSIONS
DISTRICT shall not have any obligation to pay any real
estate agent 's commission or other related costs or fees
in connection with this transaction_
7. LEASES OR OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES
SELLER warrants that there exist no oral or written leases
or rental agreements affecting all or any portion of the
subject property, nor are any persons occupying the prop-
erty. SELLER further warrants and agrees to hold DISTRICT
free and harmless and to reimburse DISTRICT for any and
all costs, liability, loss, damage or expense, including
costs for legal services, occasioned by reason of any such
lease, rental agreement, or occupancy of the property
being acquired by DISTRICT.
8. ACCEPTANCE AND TERMS OF ESCROW
Provided that SELLER executes this Agreement on or before
April 20, 1984, DISTRICT shall have until May 11, 1984
to accept and execute this Agreement, and during said
period this instrument shall constitute an irrevocable
offer by SELLER to sell and convey the aforesaid real
property to DISTRICT for the consideration and under the
terms and conditions herein set forth_ As consideration
for the tender of said offer, the DISTRICT has paid and
SELLER acknowledges receipt of the sum of Ten and No/100
Dollars ($10. 00) .
Purchase Agreement - Carter Page Three
Provided that this Agreement is accepted and executed by
DISTRICT, this transaction shall close as soon as practi-
cable through an escrow (No. 179672) to be conducted by
Valley Title Company, 300 South First Street, San Jose,
California 95113 , or other such escrow holder as may be
designated by DISTRICT. In no event shall escrow dose
later than May 31, 1984 .
9. ACCRUAL
The provisions hereof shall accrue to the bene-Iffit of and
bind the respective he__s , devisees, assigns , or successors
in interest of the hereto.
MIDP=N=_vSULA REGION„ OPEN
DISTRICT i
APP RCv LD AS TO FORM: VAALIA
Charles C. Carter
Date: LC
Staniev Nor`on, District Counse01
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ACCEPTED FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Caroly,K rter
1% C� Date: !
Patricia Starrett
Real Estate Research Analyst
APPROVED AND ACCEPTED:
President, Board of Directors
ATTEST:
District Clerk
Date:
179672
1. for property taxes for the fiscal year I3al-1982 securing
ajmounts that may hereafter be assessed
__n the guidelines defined in Chapters 49 and
Z 4.2 of the State of California Statutes of 1979-
17 . contained in the Deed frozi Theodore P_ Piel-ce, et ux,
zo Nsravian, et al, dated March 10, 1965, recorded. I-lay 12,
' SES 1=ck 6953 of Official Records, page 126, and reference is hex%,-,-by
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r-a fa record thereof for further particulars- (Affeats the ap I purtenan-t
s_f -,;ay described herein)
3. Deed cf Trust dated June 17 , 19603 , recorded June 25., :19SS in Book
8168 of Cf-ficial Records, page 70 , executed by Charles C_ Cza-tez- and
Carolyn 1. Ca--ter, his W, 7e, as Trust-ors, to Valley Tktle Co-_->any, a
corporaz.on, as Trustee a:id Theodore P. Pierce and Kaxgai-e-t H__ Pierce,
his wife, as joint tenants, as Beneficiaries to secux%e, payment: of $10,000-00
and other s,—,r-s as therein provided.
By ins�-ument dated May 23 , 1973 , recorded May 30, 1973 in Rook
0397 of Of.-;Ficiai Records , page 731 , the beneficial in-Ceres-t under the
foregoing Deed of Trust has been assigned to Joel S_ C_ Bz-ow-n, aL single
man.
0'-, 1- 1 Taxes fc-- -the fiscal
Ye=r 1931-1982 have been paid- Receipt
No. 553-2Z-S . 'Ccde 80-0'07. First Instailment $46.22- Second installment
$46 . 22 .
NOTE 2 : THE FOLLOWING IS FURNISHED FOR INFORMATION ONLY=
The only conveyances affecting said land recorded within six nic>nthm
prior 'to the date. of this report are as follows: NOZIE trio short -term)
DESCRIPTION
All ' that certain parcel of land situate in the County of Santa
Clara, State of California, described as follows:
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of Lots 4 and 5 as shown on the Map of .he partition
of cv--__- ' s referred to and described in that ce_•^=ai r_ 1•znal Decree
in the __Se cf Phillip Pi chop, et al, vs. W. M. Hall, et al , in the
of the State of California, in and for .he County, of
Sant_ said final decree being recorded in Book =.1 of Miscellaneous
P.ec:- __ =_-; 252 , and being more particularly described as fo?lows
- - - -g at a 2" x 3" white stake marked B. B. _ z set in the
be__cm�__ _ -- _vine to the :•,est, fo= the comrion corner* fo— Logs 3 and
4 cf s ; _azrt_tion in the 1/4 section line running East and West througlx
Sect_c- _ 9 S . , R. 1 W. , M.D.M. ; t.:ence from said ?oint of beginning
along t e line between: said Lots 3 as-:d 4, N. 00 391 4i!_ , 631._O S feet
to the of inters theeof ith the Souther?; line of that
'- ac pion r with
certain az--cel of land described in the Deed frog Theodore ?_ PIerce,
et ux, to Sa,kiss ?tioraviazz-, et al , dated March 10, 1g63, recorded May
12 , 19 6 5 in S.:�ok 69 S 3 of Official Records , page 126; thence along said -
last na.,ed '.in Easterly 695 .64 feet to a point in the 1 Ana dividing
lots 5 and 5 of said partition; thence along said divi:�ing, line S_ 01
57 ' E. , 629 .73 feet to a 2" x 3" stake marked V.P. 3 set for the commorn
corner for said Lots S and 6 in said 1/4 section line; as shown on said.
Map, and from.. which common corner the 1/8 section cor,e►r bears S_ 891
41' W. , _, _ --ha—ins : thence along said 1/4 section lire, and the South
line o= s___ Lots a d 5 of said partition S. 890 411 ' W. , ESS-64 feet
to the -)airt of be~_ .ing. .
Together with a right of way for ingress and egress aver and capon
the existing roadway traversing the lands described in the Deed from
Theodore P. Pierce, et ux, to Sarkiss Noravian, et al, dated Harch. 10,.
1965 , recorded May 12 , 1965 in Book 6953 of Official Records„ page 3.26,
as reserved in said Deed.
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M-84-44
(Meeting 84-11
May 9, 1984)
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
May 2, 1984
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
PREPARED BY: J. Fiddes, Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Amendment to Agreement for Personnel Consultant Services
Background: In January 1979, you hired Gary C. Foss (Foss & Associates) to conduct
an extensive study of the District's pay and fringe benefit plans (see report R-79-3
of January 18, 1979). Mr. Foss was compensated a total of $2400 for the study. Sub-
sequently on August 23, 1979, an on-goin professional services contract was signed
with Mr. Foss (Wolf, Murphy & Foss, Inc. to render certain special and continuing
professional personnel and employee relations services and to advise on an on-going
basis (see memorandum M-79-120 of August 17, 1979) . This contract called for monthly
compensation rate of $550 per month or $6600 per year.
In June 1982, a new contract with Mr. Foss was negotiated for a two year period
(July 1 , 1982 through June 30, 1984) calling for a monthly compensation rate of $400
per month ($4800 per year) . The $400 per month rate was for an average, reasonable
number of hours per month at the rate of $50 per hour. It was anticipated that
Mr. Foss' hours would average approximately 8 to 10 hours per month. Between July
and December, 1982, Mr. Foss worked an average of 8.16 hours per month; during calendar
year 1983, the average number of hours per month was 10.89, effectively reducing his
hourly rate to about $37 during the year.
Discussion: The proposed agreement with Mr. Foss is for a term commencing on July 1 ,
1984 and concluding
c in on June 3 198 unless terminated arl ` r i accordance 9
0 6 essearlier n acco ance with the
terms of the contract. The proposed rate of compensation is $500 per month for an
expected average of 9 to 11 hours. This monthly compensation rate reflects a 25%
increase; however, it should be noted the average number of hours per month have
9
expanded from 8-10 to 9-11 . It should also be noted that Paragraph 2 Administrator
f o Agreement has been modified include h m m e to the statement that work assignments ents relating 9 9
to direct appointees of the Board may be directly made by the Board President, as
directed by the Board of Directors, and the Personnel Consultant shall in this case
report directly to the Board of Directors.
The need for the District to retain a Personnel Consultant whose services are com-
patible with those of a Personnel Director continues to exist at the District. While
the Administrative Assistant handles more and more of the daily personnel activities,
the Personnel Consultant is able to provide the services, knowledge, and expertise
that are beyond the scope of the Administrative Assistant's required experience and
knowledge. In addition, the need for a Personnel Consultant has increased, rather
than decreased, since 1979 when Mr. Foss was first hired, due to the increased number
of District employees. This increase not only expands the time required for personnel-
related activities (i .e. payroll , benefit administration, performance evaluations,
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M-84-44 page two
responding to employees ' questions, etc. ) , but generates the need for expanded and
refined policies and procedures, as well as resolution Of employee concerns or issues.
The retention Of Mr, FU35 as the District's Personnel Consultant will allow for a
� continuity in addressing the District's various personnel needs.
�
Since 1979 Mr. Foss has developed a sensitive awareness Of the District's personnel-
related needs, and has done an outstanding job at O very reasonable cost. He has
� developed d good working relationship with myself, the Administrative Assistant, and
other staff members, and I feel he has met your expectations in Board-related work
aSS1gmneOt5.
A sampling Of typical projects and activities that Mr. Foss has been involved in as the
District's Personnel consultant include:
Recruitment and selection advice;
Annual salary survey;
Review and modification of job specifications;
Review of District benefits and proposed cafeteria benefit plan;
Preparation of the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual ;
1983 Employee Input Survey;
Rangers' Retirement Study;
Formulation of the Added Ranger Di3abilitv Coverage Policy;
Formulation of the Salary Incentive Award Program;
Formulation Of safety policies, procedures, and committees;
� Participation in formulation of Ranger Residency Policies;
Participation in formulation of Administrative Guidelines for Field Operations;
Review of various District policies and procedures;
�
Recommending various changes in personnel-related forms and record retention; and
�
Problem solving for specific personnel issues Or employee-related problems/concerns.
� d I recommend that you approve and authorize the President Of the Board
� to sign the attached agreement between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
and Foss and Associates.
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`GREc*KNT BETWEEN THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
AND
FOSS AND ASSOCIATES
This Agreement entered into on this 9th day of May 1g84 by and between
FOSS AN; ASSOCIATES (hereinafter called "Contractor") and the MIDPENiINtSULA
REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT (hereinafter called the "District").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, The District proposes to engage Contractor in accordance with
the terms and conditions set forth herein to render certain special and con-
tinual professional personnel and employee relations services and advice on
an on-going basis.
WHEREAS, Contractor is specially trained and possesses certain skills,
experience, education and competency to perform the special services, and
District desires to engage Contractor for such special services upon the terms
herein* provided:
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto do mutually agree as follows:
1. EMPLOYMENT OF CONTRACTOR
The District hereby agrees to engage Contractor, and Contractor agrees to
perform the professional services and advice as hereinafter set forth.
2. A.DMINISTRATOR OF AGREEMENT
The General Manager shall be the District's representative for the purpose
of administering this Agreement. Work assignments to Contractor shall be made
by the General Manager. Work assignments relating to direct appointees of the
Board of Directors of the District may also be directly made by the President of
the District's Board as directed by the District's Board of Directors, and the
Contractor shall in this case report directly to the Board of Directors. Mr_ Gary C_
Foss shall be in charge of the performance of this Agreement as Contractor_
3. SCOPE OF •SERVICES
The District agrees to employ the Contractor to provide services in accord
with the
work
described
�'n Exhibit A attached hereto and i ncorporated herein_
4. TERM OF AGREEMENT
The term of this Agreement is to commence Jul 1 , 1984- and to conclude on
June 30 198 y
6 unless terminated "-•e Hated earlier as specified in Sec�jon 6, 7, or 8 of
this contract.
5. COMPENSATION
The District agrees to pay the Contractor, as compensation for the services
set forth herein
the
um f s o 500 r m for
e month o an expected ec d to average f e a e o 9 P to 1 P g 1
hours of services per month as necessary. Payment under the Agreement shall be
made promptly by the District upon submission by the Contractor of monthly
invoices. Such compensation shall include all costs and expenses of Contractor,
except that extraordinary expenses of printing of multiple copies of reports of
Contractor shall be separately reimbursed if approved in advance by the General
Manager.
When special projects , as assigned by District with agreement of Contractor, are
expected to require an exceptional number of hours, the Contractor will be paid
$40 per hour for those services after first crediting District with any unused
number c" hours compuL.,,i by multiplying by 10 the numu-t- of months which have
elapsed since July 1 , 1984 and subtracting the hours spent on basic services
since that time. Special projects and the maximum hours that may be billed for
them shall be authorized in advance by District.
Each month Contractor shall submit an invoice for services rendered and
submit therewith a record of the number of hours worked that month under this
Ag reeriler t. District shall Day for services rendered within thirty (30) days
of receipt of invoice.
Failure of the District to accept the recommendations and conclusions of
the Contractor on the basis of differences of professional opinion shall be the
basis neither for non-acceptance of the work performed by the Contractor nor for
non-payment to the Contractor.
It is expressly understood and agreed that this written Agreement consti-
tutes the entire agreement of Contractor and District and in no event shall
Contractor be entitled to any compensation other than those provided herein.
6. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENTFOR CAUSE
Upon breach of this Agreement, District shall have the right to terminate
this Agreement, by giving written notice to Contractor of such termination and
specifying the effective date thereof, at least five (5) days before the effec-
tive date of such termination. In that event, all finished or unfinished
documents, and other materials as described in Paragraph 17 prepared by Contrac-
tor shall become the sole and exclusive property of District, and Contractor
shall be entitled to receive reasonable compensation for any satisfactory work
completed on such documents, or other such materials to date of termination, not
to exceed the amounts payable to date of termination under Paragraph 5, reduced
by the amount of da7,,:_es sustained �istrict by reason of such breach-
7. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF DISTRICT
District may terminate this Agreement, at any time, by giving written
notice to Contractor of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof
at least sixty (60) days before the effective date of such termination. In
that event, all finished or unfinished documents and other materials as described
in Paragraph 17 shall become the sole and exclusive property of the District_
Ifthe Agreement is terminated by District as provided herein, Contractor shall be
paid the monthly retainer payments,, or proportion thereof if final period is
less than a full month, payable as provided in Paragraph 5 through the date of
such termination. Contractor hereby expressly waives any and all claims for
damages or compensation arising under this Agreement except as s et forth in this
paragraph in the event of such termination.
8. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF CONTRACTOR
Contractor may terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to
District of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof at least
Sixty (60) days before the effective date of such termination. In that event,
it is expressly agreed and understood. that District shall be allowed to seek
another Consultant to complete Contractor's work, and, as requested by the
Administrator of this Agreement, designated in Paragraph 2, Contractor will pro-
vide assistance and advice to Contractor's successor to facilitate the period of
transition caused by such termination, provided that such minimum period of
assistance and advice by Contractor to his successor shall not extend beyond the
effective date of this termination. Upon termination, as herein provided, all
finished or unfinished documents and other materials as described in Paragraph 17
shall become the sole and exclusive property of District- If the Agreement is
terminated by Contractor as herein provided, Contractor shall be paid the monthly
retainer payments, or proportion thereof if final period is less than a full
r *h able as provided in Paragraph 5, through the date of such termination-
non , payable
9. CHANGES
District may from time to time require changes in the scope of the services
of Contractor to be performed hereunder including but not limited to the desig-
nation of one or more specific projects.
District and Contractor shall review the average number of hours worked per
month by Contractor every six months. Significant deviation from the range
specified in Paragraph 5 shall be a basis of discussion of modifying this Agreement.
10. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex.
Contractor will take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed
and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race,
color, religion, national origin, age or sex. Contractor will in all solicita-
tions or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the Contractor,
state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex.
11 . ASSIGNABILITY
The Contractor shall not assi?n any interest in this Agreement, and shall not
transfer any interest in the same whether by assignment or novation).
12. INTEREST OF CONTRACTOR
Contractor covenants that he presently has no interest, including, but not
limited to, other projects of independent contracts, and shall not acquire any
such interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner or degree
with the performance of services required to be performed under this Agreement_
Contractorfurther covenants that in the performance of this Agreement no person
having any such interest shall be employed or retained by him under this Agreement-
13. INSURANCE AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
Contractor agrees to maintain such insurance as will fully protect both
Contractor and District from any and all claims under any workers' compensation
act or employer's liability laws, and from any and all claims of whatsoever kind
or nature for the damage to property or for personal injury, including death,
made by anyone whomsoever which may arise from operations carried on under this
Agreement, either by Contractor, any subcontractor or by anyone directly or
indirectly engaged or employed by either of them. Contractor shall exonerate,
indemnify and hold harmless District from and against and shall assume full
responsibility for payment of all federal , state and local taxes or contributions
imposed or required under unemployment insurance, social security and income
tax laws, with respect to Contractor and Contractor's employees engaged in perfor-
mance of this Agreement. District and its agents and employees, shall not be,
nor be held liable for any liabilities, penalties, or forfeitures, or for any
damage to the goods, properties or effects of Contractor, or of any other persons
whatsoever, nor for personal injury to or death of them whether caused by or
resulting from any negligent act or omission of Contractor- The provisions-of
this paragraph do not relieve the District of its liability for damages to Con-
tractor caused by District's negligent acts or omissions- Contractor further
agrees to indemnify and hold harmless District and District's agents and employees,
against and from any and all negligent acts caused by the Contractor.
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14- 1,10TICE
Any notice or notices required or permitted to be given pursuant to this
Agreement may be personally served on the other party by the party giving such
notice, or may be served by certified mail , postage prepaid, return receipt
requested, to the following address :
District: General Manager
Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District
375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1
Los Altos, CA 94022
Contractor: Mr. Gary C. Foss
1035 Russell Avenue
Los Altos CA 94022
15_ INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
It is agreed that District is interested only in the results obtained and
that Contractor shall perform as an independent contractor with sole control of
the manner and means of performing the services required under this Agreement-
Contractor shall complete this Agreement according to his own means and methods
of work which shall be in the exclusive charge and control of Contractor and
which shall not be subject to control or supervision by District except as to the
results of the work. Contractor is, for all purposes arising out of this Agree-
ment, an independent contractor, and he shall not be deemed an employee of
District. It is expressly understood and agreed that Contractor shall in no
event be entitled, including, but not limited to overtime, any retirement bene-
fits, workers' compensation benefits, and injury leave or other leave benefits.
15_ This Agreement shall be cons rued and interpreted according to the laws
of the State of Cali `ornia
17. OWNERSHIP, PUBLICATION, REPRODUCTION, AND USE OF MATERIAL
All reports, studies, information, data, statistics, forms , designs, plans,
procedures, systems, and any other materials or properties produced under this
Agreement shall be the sole and exclusive property of District. No such materials
or properties produced in whole or in part under this Agreement shall be subject
to private use, copyright, or patent right by Contractor in the United States or
in any other country wi!hout the express written consent of District. District
shall have unrestricted authority to publish, disclose, distribute, and otherwise
use copyright or publish in whole or in part any such reports , studies, data,
statistics, forms , or other materials or properties produced under this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, District and Contractor have executed this Agreement
as of the date first written above.
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
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APPROVED AS TO FORM By
AND CORRECT14ESS
Stan ey R. Nort n FOSS AND ASSOCIATES
District Legal ounsel
By
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EXHIBIT A
It is the intent of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District and
Gary C. Foss that Mr. Foss will continue to provide personnel services to
the District.
The first aspect of these services includes further training of District
personnel , particularly the Administrative Assistant, in providing in-house
personnel administration. The second aspect is to continue to provide pro-
fessional services beyond the scope of the Administrative Assistant's experience
and knowledge.
The personnel services referred to will be considered compatible with those
of a Personnel Director, covering such areas as, but not limited to: affirmative
action; employee relations; grievance administration; recruitment and selection
advice; personnel rule interpretation; classification plan maintenance and
modification; study of staff organizational structure; problem solving in per-
sonnel matters; advice on the administration of health and safety benefits and
the related personnel programs; and providing of general advice and directions
on the personnel management programs and policies as needed_
Itis the intent of the Contractor to be available on call and to be present
at the District ol-flice as needed to fulfill the intent of this contract.
M-84-43
(Meeting 84-11
May 9, 1984)
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
April 30, 1984
TO: Board f a o Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Extension of Legislative Consultant's Contract
Introduction: As authorized at your meeting of June 8, 1983 (see memorandum
M-83-61 dated June 1 , 1983) , the contract with California Advocates was amended
last year to provide a fee of $900 per month effective July 1 , 1983 and con-
tinuing through June 30, 1984. It is now time to consider contract renewal and
changes.
Discussion: The firm has done outstanding work for the MROSD in the past at
rates very favorable to the District, and progress on the District's new
Legislative Program has been quite satisfactory, as demonstrated in the attached
recent progress report dated April 27, 1984 from Ralph Heim. California Advocates
would like to continue representing the District but is not requesting a fee in-
crease this year.
Your Legislative Committee met on April 25, 1984 to consider the contract,
reviewed progress that had been made on the District's new Legislative Program,
and supported a year's extension of the contract. The Budget Committee reviewed
the contract on April 10 and 24 and passed on it as a proposed budget (not policy)
item.
Recommendation: I recommend that you authorize the President to sign an amendment
to the Con
tract ont act with California Advocates, Inc. to extend the agreement from
June 30, 1984 through June 30, 1985.
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Park Executive Bldg., 925 L Street,Suite 380,Sacramento,CA 95814(916)441-5050
April 27, 1984
M040 TO: Herb Grench
FROM: Ralph A. Heim
SUBJECT: Legislative Report
Pursuant to your request, presented below is an updated legislative report
on the District's legislative priorities.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT FUNDING
Due in part to a misunderstanding by legislative staff regarding
multi-county special districts, both AB 2468 and SB 1300 would
have resulted in a net loss in property tax revenues to such
districts.
- We have a firm committment from both Assemblyman Cortese and
Senator Marks that multi-county districts will not realize a
loss of property tax revenue and may actually gain from the
supplemental assessment roll .
Both bills are working their way through the process, and I
anticipate the final form of the bills will take shape in a
Conference Committee. The education community continues to
oppose both bills due to the school property tax shift con-
tained therein. Without their support, I am not optimistic
about either bill passing.
We will continue to work on both bills on a top priority basis.
ROBERTI-Z'BERG FUNDING
AB 737 is pending in the Senate Natural Resources Committee. I
have talked to Assemblyman Harris about adding an amendment which
would give first funding priority to entities that lost funds
in 1981-82.
Herb Grench -2- April 27, 1984
Harris is uncomfortable with the mandate language, but re-
mains open to language which would require the Department
to "give consideration to" entities which lost funds. This
may be the best we can accomplish, and we will continue
to actively pursue every avenue to recover the funds the
District lost.
PARK BOND BILLS
As you know, AB 2099 will appear on the June ballot.
AB 2116 is still a viable vehicle should AB 2099 fail.
Assemblyman Costa expects to wait until after June to
move his bill if necessary. If AB 2099 is approved by
the voters, Costa will use his bill for another purpose
or let it die.
PUBLIC LIABILITY
Following the successful passage of AB 555, Assemblyman
Harris introduced AB 3114. The bill attempts to resolve
the serious issues resulting from the Milligan and Sprecher
cases.
a
After considerable discussion with the trial bar, the bill
as amended will only address landslides. While we hoped
the language could have been broader, in its present form it
is still a good bill worthy of our continued support.
We will continue to play an active role in support of this
bill .
REDEVELOPMENT - TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
AB 203 is on the Senate Floor and is expected to pass and
be signed by the Governor. While not perfect, the bill
does go a long way to address the current problems.
Please call if you have any questions.
RAH el
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MIDPrENniSUTA REGIaNAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: 11. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: F.Y. I .
DATED: 5/9/84
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022
(415)965-4717
May 8, 1984
Californ a State Park and
Recreation Commission
P.O. Box 2390
Sacramento, CA 95811
Dear Commissioners:
This letter is in response to your invitation to propose projects for funding
from the 1984 Bond Act. By way of background for you, the Midpeninsula Regional
Open Space District (MROSD) is a special district encompassing 300 square miles
and over 500,000 residents, which awns and operates almost 18,000 acres of public
open space lands in the foothills and baylands of northern Santa Clara and southern
San Mateo Counties. The enclosed brochure shows the relationship of District,
County, and State parklands in our area.
The top projects which we recommend, in order of priority, are the following:
(1 ) Bear Creek Redwoods - The proposal for a new State Park in the hills close
to Los Gatos and San Jose drew enthusiastic support and was, in fact, funded.
The State discontinued its attempts to acquire after an impasse with the
landowner. If the site becomes available again and if it is eligible for
funding from the 1984 Bond Act, it would surely rank on a Statewide basis
as a top priority acquisition project.
(2) Portola State Park additions - connections are needed between Portola State
Park and the District's Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and Skyline Boulevard.
The District has
been acquiring additions to the Pr
eserve wh
ere land was
available in the direction of the State Park. The State's role would be to
acquire additions to the Park in the direction of the Preserve, and eventually
one or more of the connections would be made.
(3) Burleigh Murray Ranch - State funding is in place to connect the State's as
yet undeveloped Burleigh Murray Ranch park site with Skyline Boulevard via
the acquisition of property owned by the Peninsula Open Space Trust. There
are adjacent parcels which would nicely round out and protect the resultant
park unit and even connect it to the District's Purisima Creek Redwoods Open
Space Preserve.
Thank you for consideration of our proposals.
Sincerely yours,
Herbert Grench
General Manager
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CUPERTINO,CA W14
(408)446-4114 ERNEST L. KONNYU
ASSEMBLYMAN, TWENTY-SECOND DISTRICT
May 2, 1984
William Briner, Director
Department of Parks & Recreation
State of California
P.O. Box 2390
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dear Mr. Briner:
The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has made appli-
cation to your department for a Land and Water Conservation
Fund grant for a crucial addition to Rancho San Antonio Open
Space Preserve. I want you to know that I support this ap-
plication and consider it a sound investment for the good of
California's citizens.
This Preserve, which borders Los Altos, Los Altos Hills and
Cupertino and is very close to Sunnyvale and other population
centers, has both Deer Hollow Farm and an extensive trails
system serving thousands of visitors annually. What has been
lacking is a trail corridor connection which would allow
hikers and equestrians the opportunity to get to the 22nd
District's Windmill Pasture area and on up to Skyline and
beyond (all on public trails! ) . This acquisition of 370 acres
of land represnets that final missing link in a system of
trails and open space that is receiving rapidly increasing
public use and enjoyment.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
ERNEST L. KONNYU
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MIDPrENrNSUI,A REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
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FROM: H. Gr ench General Manager
SUBJECT: F.Y. I .
DATED: 3/4/84
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BILL T. CLOSS, President WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Meeting 84-10
April 25, 1984
April 22, 1984
Board of Directors
Mid Peninsula Open Space District
375 /emen
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Los , California 94022
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are writing to you concerning the OSD purchase of property
eing used by the High Meadows Ranch that is under considers- on
for a parking lot. Our residence is located at 10320 W. Loyola
Drive and we own property on Ravensbury Avenue_ We highly oppose
the construction of a parking facility in the midst of a peaceful ,
quite, residential area.
We, like many of our nieghbors , love the rural atmosphere and
enjoy the benefits of country living. We do not want to expose
our little community to a heavy traffic load, litter and noise,
vandals , etc. We like living close to nature, please help us
maintain the beauty and life style we presently enjoy.
Bill T. and Virginia Css
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RELEASE AT NOON, May , Br 2 1984 A (415) 495-4014
Bryan Holley (415 Archbald } 495-4014
DRAMATIC PROPOSAL ON SAN MATEO COAST
(SAN FRANCISCO) -- Controversial plans to develop the 4,000-acre Cascade
Ranch on the San Mateo coast took a dramatic turn today. In an announcement made
jointly by the developer and the Trust for Public Land, it was disclosed that
seven months of secret negotiations have ended in an agreement giving parkland
advocates a chance to buy the property.
Cascade Ranch is located along the southern San Mateo County coastline which
millions of Bay Area residents know as the home of the elephant seals. It stretches
. inland from the elephant seal preserve to high ridges and thickly-forested stream
canyons above the preserve.
Under terms of its agreement, the Trust for Public Land (TPL) has two months
to prove that the land can be purchased. "If the support for the idea is there,"
said TPL spokesman Greg Archbald, "all the controversy will be over and the public
will have created one of the most outstanding park units on the entire California
coast."
The Trust for Public Land is a non-profit land conservation organization with
headquarters in San Francisco and regional offices in New York, Tallahassee,
Cleveland, Santa Fe and Seattle. Since its founding in 1973, the Trust has assisted
in preserving over 287,000 acres of park lands nationwide.
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April 18, 1984
Palo Alto City Council
Civic Center
250 Hamilton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
RE: Construction of Water Tank in Foothill Park
Dear Members of the City Council:
We are greatly concerned about the recently approved 150,000 gallon
water tank to be constructed in a prominent location on an open ridge in
Foothill Park. We are particularly troubled with the visibility of the
water tank from our nearby homes and from Page Mill Road, which has been
designated a Scenic Highway by both the County of Santa Clara and the City
of Palo Alto (Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan, page 48).
After carefully reviewing the City Staff Study that recommended the
proposed location, we felt that more suitable locations could have been
explored, but were not. We also questioned some of the data and
assumptions contained in the City Study. To investigate these concerns, we
retained a Consulting Engineer, with thirty years of experience in water
system design, including the preparation of the water systems element of
the Los Angeles County General Plan.
A report of his findings is attached, which is based on City
documents. The findings include:
- The City's documents fail to justify the need for a substantial
increase in water tank capacity (i.e. from 60,000 to 150,000 gallons).
- There are no maintenance costs available to demonstrate
the cost effectiveness of replacing the current tanks.
- If replacement is desirable, the City's stated needs can
be met by a smaller, less expensive tank.
- The only sites studies by Terratech (the City Consultant) were
within 100 yards of the existing tanks.
- There are other sites existing within a reasonable
distance that would not be visible from the Hewlett subdivision, Page Mill
Road or any houses in the neighborhood, and would be less visible to
Foothill Park users.
- One potential site meeting this criteria would require an
additional cost of approximately $10,000.00 to $15,000.00 for pipe. This
cost would be more than offset by construction of a smaller tank as
justified by the City Utility Departments own figures.
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We are also enclosing a copy of a letter from Erika L. Aschmann, a
landscape architect, which strongly questions whether the City's proposed
site can support the type of landscaping that is proposed to screen the 24
foot high tank. A major premise of the City's staff recommendation of this
particular site is that the proposed landscaping will adequately shield a
24 foot high water tank.
We regret that this information could not have been presented to the
City Council sooner. However, as you may know, we only received one day's
notice of the City Council Meeting at which the project was approved.
Based on this new information, we would strongly urge you to
reconsider current plans and to consider relocating and reducing the size
of the water tank to achieve minimal visual intrusion and a reduction in
cost. We bring this information to your attention now, before construction
contracts under the current plans are entered into. We and our consultants
would be pleased to answer to any questions you or your staff may have.
Sincere y,
cc: County of Santa Clara, County Executive
Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District
Committee for Green Foothills
Tuesday
April
1984
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA W22
(415)965.4717
April 26, 1984
Donna R. Harris
22802 West Prospect
Cupertino, CA 95014
Dear Donna:
Thank you for your letter we received on April 12 regarding
your concerns with both dogs and signing property
g g near Your _ ro P Y
at the Fremont Older Open Space Preserve.
First, we appreciate your commenting on the dogs and their
handlers at the Preserve. It substantiated the data we are
receiving from our Rangers and others on both the Fremont
Older and Windy Hill Preserves . You can rest assured we
will be discussing your information at our one year review
of the dog experiment at a Board meeting this coming July.
We will let you know when this meeting occurs.
I'. Secondly, the signing
gn g for your driveway was ordered immedi-
ately after you discussed it with our planners. c:e have
been assured by the sign company in San Francisco that the
signs will arrive tomorrow. We intend to have them installed
. _ within a week by a Ranger. Hopefully, this should help
channel the public in the right direction rather than into
the jaws of your protective dogs.
Hoping all is well otherwise. I 'd like to drop in and see
you one of these days when I 'm out your way.
Very truly yours,
Herbert Grench
General Manager
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cc: Board of Directors
D. Hansen, Land Manager
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S_Bishop,Edward G.Shelley,Harry A.Turner,Daniel a Wendin
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22802 W. Prospect
Cupertino, Ca. 95014
March 17, 1984
MPROD
Distal Drive
Los Altos, Ca. 94040
ATTN: Herb Grinch
Dear Herb,
I write with two concerns regarding the Fremont Older Openspace and our
observations.
The First- DOGS
I am sorry to say that from the viewpoint of our home, and our habits of
surveillance of activities around us, we observe that the dog program
which you initiated in July 83 is not working well. We estimate that at
least 50% of all persons who come up the hill to enter the fields unleash their
dogs either before or at the trail head at the foot of our drive. On those
occasions when we do advise than that leashed are required, that tickets are
given, etc., we hear such retorts as one just made today."There is nobody here
but us anyway. It doesn't make any difference." With that they took off
uphill with their dogs running happily ahead. Last week we witnessed
a most disgusting display of lack of control of two enormous dogs, who were
leashed, but who were so large that the owners were unable to control them,
resulting in an attack on a poor retriever, who simply wanted to make friends
while its owners were receiving their ticket, as the retriever was unleashed. !
Unleashed dogs run up our drive, or onto our property, resulting in a predictable
reaction from our dogs, who know well their boundaries, and do a good job of
protecting them, which brings us to point two.
The Second- Your low profile signs.
Over two weeks ago I telephoned your office requesting better signing at the
foot of our drive persuant to identification of the trailhead into the field.
I was told it would take two weeks. My concern was of especial regard to
bicyclists, who come up our road REGULARILY- "When we are riding, we only
look at the road, Mam!" Honestly! ! And when challenged by our dogs, who
are very intolerant of bikes AND motorcycles, which are also intruders,
well, some even continue on uphill. My concern, of course, is/was that
someone be bitten. Well, it finally happened last Saturday when we
were away. Nothing severe, although the rider fell off his bike.
He was rescued by Elaine Levine.
WE WANT BETTER SIGNS AT THE FOOT OF OUR DRIVE CLEARLY IDENTIYING WHERE
TO GO! ! The gate is locked, the horse stile confusing, apparentlyo-T—o
walkers and bikers. We created a makeshift trail sign, but it does little
to help since it, too was brown and "low profile". Now we have the road
partially blocked and a big PRIVATE DRIVE sign. Sorry . Not too pretty,
but at least visable.
As you know, we seldom complain. But when dogs are allowed to violate our
property, bikers and motorbikers ride up our drive, and walkers invade our
privacy, both during daylight hours and AT MIDNIGHT WITH FLASHLIGHT- "Sorry,
I lost the trail."' ' ' Well, we mAut protest. There is so little surveillance
by the rangers, due I suppose to the enormous range to be patrolled. I think
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there should be clearer explainations of the dog and hours rules with regard
to park usage, and I feel that the presence of someone on weekends to enforce
the leash rules for a number of weekends might help get the message across.
I know the rangers are doing their best to keep on top of it and do very
much appreciate that. Otherwise I have to say that the dog experiment, though
nice for some, is mostly a failure due to the selfishness of the individual
dog owners. The few who follow the rules are far outnumbered by those who
don't.
We are feeling pretty invaded right now.
Sincerely,
:(1GB�1--+vc.494A15,
Donna R. Harris
cc. Kay Duffy, Board of Directors
4/8/84
After much thought, I have decided to mail this rather strong letter, as it
is important, as accurate in terms of assessment of dog situation as possible,
and because I feel you need input from residents on the property.
I also want to say that we deeply appreciate the work of the rangers, all of
whom are dear, delightful, and dedicated to their jobs. I feel they have an
especially difficult situation with regard to the dogs, and request your
interest and support in finding out the real situation in this program
before continuing it. While some dog owners are responsible and are seen
setting a good example for others, there are far too many who cannot follow
rules, who disregard signs, which they consider written for "someone else".
Also, we appreciate the letter regarding dog packs on this property. We are
aware of the problem as well, and were pleased to see the letter.
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE DA,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022
(415)965.4717
May 3, 1984
Senate Finance Committee
California State Senate
State Capitol
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dear Senator Alquist and
Members of the Committee:
This letter is in support of AB 1051 authored by Assemblyman Bader_ The bill
would exempt owner-occupied property listed on the open market from: relocation
assistance payment requirements in the case where condemnation is not involved_
The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District often makes negotiated purchases
of land offered for sale on the open market. Since a private buyer would not
have to pay relocation assistance (beyond that which the seller might intrin-
sically include in his acceptable selling price) , a public agency (and therefore
the taxpayers! ) should not have to pay an extra premium beyond the market
u rc r'purchase price.
We respectfully urge you to pass AB 1051 .
Sincerely yours,
Herbert Grench
General 'tanager
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cc: Assemblyman Bader
Senator McCorquodale
l/flROSD Board of Directors
R. Heim, California Advocates, Inc.
Herbert A.Grench,General Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Shei!ey,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Wendin
AMENDED IN SENATE MARCH 27, 1984 w
AMENDED IN ASSEMBLY JANUARY 17, 1984
AB 1051 —2—
CALIFORNIA LEczsLATURE-19as-s4 xEcuLnx sEssioN certain costs mandated by the state. Other provisions require
ASSEMBLY BILL APR 2 No. 1051 the Department of Finance to review statutes disclaiming
these costs and provide, in certain eases, for making claims to
vas C the State Board of Control for reimbursement.
However, this bill would provide that no appropriation is
made and no reimbursement is required by this act for a I
Introduced by Assemblyman Bader made
reason.
j Vote: majority. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: yes.
State-mandated local program: yes.
February 28, 1983
The people of the State of California do enact as follows.-
1 SEGTIO t 4- Seetion 7267 of the Ge-y...-...,, efA Gede is
An aet to amend Seetien 7267 eP,and to add See4ot3s 7276-5 2 amended to read:
and An act to add Section 7277 to; the Government Code, 3 7PA7 In erder to eneeurage and expedite the
relating to the purchase of real property by a public entity. 4 aequisition of real property by agreements with owners;
5 to avoid litigation and relieve eeegestieft in the eeurts,to
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST 6 assure eengistent treatment for e"ers in the publie
AB 1051, as amended, Bader. Public entity property 7 pregf and to premete publie eenfidenee ift publie
acquisition: relocation assistance. 8 land praetiees; publie entities shall, to the
q 9 greatest extent guided by the
Under certain conditions, existing law provides for the p�aetieable; �
payment of relocation assistance, and imposes other 10 of Seetiens 7967.1 to 7267.7, inelttsive, that the
conditions upon acquisition of privately owned real property 11 pre isiotis of subdkisien-fb}o€Seet-ien 7967.!autl geetiert
b a public entity. 12 7267�shall not '`to Ote� of any easement,
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This bill would exempt from these requirements a purchase 13 ► o€ eeTe3ant;er ether noapossess interest in
offered for sale by the owner, property sold at 14 real prol�e7` to be � the eonstreeteu
•f property o
execution sale,or property sold by court order or supervision, 15 reeenstru alteratieni enlargeme fneintenanee",
if the property in any of these situations is owner-occupied or 18 renewal, repair; or replaeeme of sub9tirfitee 8ewer9;
unoccupied, subject to specified conditions and would define 17 waterlines or appurtet3aneea; drains, seplie t+n kg, or
the term "offered for sale." 18 steno water drains-These provisions shall alse rtet apply
` Except as specified, this bill would also impose 19 to preps eRred for sale by the ewner,property being
state-mandated costs by requiring that public entities, at the 20 geld at exeeutiett or f9reelesure sale;or top er#y
time of making an offer to acquire property, notify the 21 sold by eetrrt order or tinder eourt supervision if the
property owner, in writing, of certain information. 22 preperty in tfty of the gituatietts deeribed in this
Article XIII B of the California Constitution and Sections 23 sentenee is either oeeupied by the owner or uneeeupied; �
2231 and 2234 of the Revenue and Taxation Code require the 24 { offer net p� e�
state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for 25 dispeaitien;planned eendenrnatien,or tent of
26 surretindin lands; and if the sales prift is fair market
27 Yaltie er Tess; and if fie federal farads are inyelaed m the
96 40 28 aequisitiett "OfFered for sale= means either advertised '
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--3— AB 1051 2 SEC 2 No appropriation is , made and no
3 reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to Section
1 for sale fer a peried of at least 38 days in a pubheat of 4 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution or
2 general eireu6t4fm pubheheed at ]east epee a week er 8 Section 2231 or 2234 of the Revenue and Taxation Code
3 effered through a multiple listing 6 because the Legislature finds and declares that there are
4 b£6; i Seetien 7$76.5 is added to the Government 7 savings as well as costs in this act which,in the aggregate,
5 Gede`; to read- 8 do not result in additional net costs.
6 7276:5: Emeept m ether wise provided by this eh pter,
7 publie entities sl3a h, at the time e€ making air offer to
8 property, :aswatify tl a preps owner; in writing;
9 of the €ellew ing,
10 {a} The publie entty's plans fer derveleping the
11 property to be aequired or the surretinding property.
12 J* Any state releeatien assistance benefits the
13 property ewner nfay be f oregeing
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15 SECTION I. Section 7277 is added to the Government
16 Code, to read:
17 7277. (a) This chapter shall not apply to a purchase
18 of property which is offered for sale by the owner,
19 property being sold at execution or foreclosure sale, or
20 property being sold pursuant to court order or under
21 court supervision if the property in any of the foregoing
22 situations is either occupied by the owner or is O
23 unoccupied, and if the offer for sale is not induced by
24 public entity disposition, planned condemnation, or
' 25 ' redevelopment of surrounding lands, and if the sales
26 price is fair market value or less, as determined by a
27 qualified appraiser, and if no federal funds are involved
28 in the acquisition, construction, or project development
29 "Offered for sale" means either advertised for sale for a
30 period of at least 30 days in a publication of general
31 circulation published at least once a week or offered
32 through a multiple listing,
33 (b) At the time ofmakfng an offer to acquire property
34 under subdivision (a), public entities shall notify the �
35 property owner in writing, of the following.
36 (1) ,The public entitys plans for developing the
37 property to be acquired or the surrounding property,
38 (2) Any relocation assistance and benefits provided
39 pursuant to state law which the property owner may be
40 forgoing,
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MIDPEhTINSUTA REGIOi:N . OPEN SPACE DIS'i`x'.ICT
a TO: Boar c D' -ors
FROM: h. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: F.Y.I.
DATED: 5/9/84
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INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL M� � 'A �.NC�MENT P S ONSOR D
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BY HOWARD JARVIS, NOVEMBER 1984 BALLOT
(This is a brief analysis of the initiative's major provisions. It is by no means exhaustive.)
1. Assessment Rollback to 1975. $1.1 Billion Tax Refund For Some, Property Tax
Increase For Others Section 4). Proposition 13, as interpreted by the courts, rolled
back property values to their 1975 levels and allowed for three annual adjustments of
2% up to 1978. Jarvis IV eliminates the three 2% adjustments, and requires refunds to
be paid (with 13% interest). This would cost local governments $624 million. It would
cost the state $508 million to make UD tie revenue lost by schools. And some local
taxpayers would pay an additional Y i f 'r: l;on, since property tax rates for bonds
would increase to make tip for the i . ?µ asvussed values. Somewhat over half of all
property taxpayers -- those who r;3w i .v,. -ne lowest assessment base -- would have
their property taxes reduced, while m�s _ taxpayers would face increases.
2. Fees. Without a 2/3rds Vote, Incr - es_s ", a.imi:--�d to Prior 12 Month CP1 Increase
Without Regard to Actual Costs. " a`a r, ; z `:ia_ive pro ;ib,-s any i-=crease in a
fee whether general government o er -jse ay.i��it- excess of annual CPI unless
approved by a 2/3 popular or le slat ;e vote. This provision is retroactive to
August 15, 1983, and is subject to refund (with 13% interest).
Jarvis IV also prohibits the state and all local agencies from levying fees to cover
pension liabilities or "indirect" costs. These costs presumably must be borne by the
general tax base, or by levying additional taxes (by a 2/3 popular or legislative vote).
This provision would also apply to enterprise activities such as airports, municipal
utilities, public hospitals, bus operators., water districts, sewer operations, etc., which
totally or partially rely on fees to pay f r ;Lir operations.
3. Debt Rates. Pro ert Tax Override For Water Contracts, Pension Obligations Is
Invalidated. (Section 2 . Proposition 13, and the courts in the C:arm� )n decision,
provided that voter approved debt such as retirement systems or water supply
contracts may be funded through add-on. property tax rates. Also, bonds which were
approved by the voters before Proposition 13 but have not yet been issued may be
funded through add-on rates. Jarvis IV narrows the definition of add-on rates to
bonded indebtedness only. And it appears to prohibit add-on rates for voter approved,
but as yet unissued, bonds. Thus the initiative would foreclose retirement systems and
water wholesalers or retailers from the property tax, and could effectively prevent the
sale, of previously unissued bonds. (MWD has $365 million from an $850 million G.O.
bond authorization of 1966 still remaining to be issued. MWD takes 48% of the water
from the State Water Project.)
4. Special Taxes. Every Local Tax Increase Requires a 2/3rds Vote. (Section 8, 9).
Proposition 13, and the courts in the Farrell decision, provide that "special" taxes
(those which are used for special, rather than general purposes) must be approved by a
2/3 vote of the electors. Jarvis IV says that 2/3 voter approval is needed for any new
tax or a change in taxes which results in a tax increase for an taxpayer, except taxes
enacted or authorized by the state. And it requires that any such tax increase enacted
or authorized by the state be approved by a 2/3 legislative vote. Thus, a 2/3 popular
vote would be required for any tax increase, whether "special" or "general", except
when enacted or authorized by the state. And for state taxes it would prevent
sidestepping the 2/3 legislative vote requirement in cases where a tax increase and an
equivalent tax decrease are coupled within the same "wash" bill. The provisions are
retroactive to August 15, 1983, and refunds must be paid for any tax increases since
then which violate these requirements.
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5. Special Assessments. Assessments For Maintenance Are Voided Without 2/3rds Vote.
Tsec—tion 9). Jarvis IV provides that assessments may only be used to pay for local
capital improvements, may be levied only on land, and may only be levied for the
"direct and special benefits to the land" upon which they are levied. It would thus
invalidate many current local "maintenance" assessments for fire protection, sewers,
and street lights. An assessment in excess of these linnits would be considered a tax,
requiring a 2/3 popular or legislative vote, and would be subject to a refund (with 13%
interest).
6. Property Valuation Standards. Mar!N-et Value Standard is Eliminated. (Section 2).
Presently Proposition 13 sets th-e a Te,ssod value of practically all property at the
"market value" when acquired or �-onstructed (or the 1975 value) plus 2% per year.
Jarvis IV modifies this standard by :;ubs---anting "purchase price" and "direct cost of any
new construction" for the "ma standards whicn property appraisers have
historically used.
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7. Intrafamily Transfers. Exemptl,�r, O-X—e-sh;,� Reassessment is Expanded.
(Section 5). Proposition 13 perm.:s rea3s,�J'ss,--e---s ne,.^,- cons-rructicn and -cha-nges
in ownership. Presently, only -transfers are exempt 'L.-o-n reassessment on
change of ownership. Jarvis IV 'exr�,znds this exemption to include most family
members (except nieces and nephews)', and to guardians or trustees of family members.
This exemption would apply to all real property including family businesses and
corporations.
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JARVIS IV Date: October 21 , 1983
| File NO. : 3A83RF0O19
The Attorney General Of California has prepared the following title and
Summary Of the chief purpose and points Of the proposed measure:
TAXATION. INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT. Amends Article XIIlA, enacted
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OS Proposition 13 in 1978, adding restrictions OD real property taxation, enactment �
of new tax measures , and Charging fees. Prohibits imposition Of new taxes based
upon real property ownership, sale, or lease. Prohibits increasing other taxes
except upon two-thirds VUtH of Legislature for state tsxes and t,xO-thirds vote of �
electorate for local governments . Restricts imposition Qf fees exceeding direct
costs of services provided. Provides Spec�ff2d 7efundS including tOXe5 attribut-
able to assessed VdlWeiDflatiOD dd 'ustrmen-�_S in assessment vedrs 1976-7577 through �
� 1978-1979, Makes other Changes, Operative date for specified provisions is
� August 15, 1983. Summary Of estimate by Legislative Analyst and Director of Fin-
ance of fiscal impact on State and local governments : There will be both One time �
� and ongoing fiscal effects. One time fiscal effects : [l \ A potential COSt Of
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approximately $1 .29 billion to pay property tax refunds. These would be paid by
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� the state /$508 million) , local property taxpayers through higher levies for /
debt service (up to $158 million) , and l�c�l gOvernMenL-S /S624 million) . /2l The
| state will gain about ^75 million over, a two'yea;r period in increa �ed state income
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� tax revenues because the property tax relcUnds and interest will be taxable income. . i
� Ongoing fiscal effects: /l \ Annual revenue losses of at least $41 million to local
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governments and $25 million to school districts resulting from the provisions re-
garding inflationary adjustments to dSse5S2d valuatiOnS. The revenue losses to
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� schools would be offset by comparable increased state funding. /2\ Unknown but
� probably major ongoing gains in state income tax revenues. (3) Unknown annual
� multimillion dollar COStS and revenue lOJs2S to state and local governments due to
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tax rate limitations; assessments practices changes; VOtfnq requirements for tax
� legislation; and the definitions Of taxes, fees, and assessments CDntJfDe^ in the
� measure.
THE AMENDMENT �
� SECTION l , Subdivision /d\ of Section l of Article XIIIA Of the California
Constitution is amended to read: |
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SECTION l , /d\ The, maximum 8m0UOt Of any ad valorem tax OD real property and
� any other tax on Or based Up0O the ownership of real property shall not exceed One �
� percent /l'l'a\ Of the full Cash value Of such real property. The one percent /l%\
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tax to be collected by the cOUOti8S and apportioned according to law to the dis-
tricts within the C0UDtip3 ,
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SECTION 2. Subdivision (b) of Section I of Article XII I the California
Contitution is amended to read:
Section 1 . (b) (1 ) The limitation provided for in subdivision (a) shall
not apply to ad valorem taxes or special assessments to pay the interest and re-
demptilon. charges on any bonded indebtedness approved by the voters prior to July
1 , 1978. There shall be no other exception to the limitation in subdivision (a) .
(2) For purposes of paragraph (1 ) , "bonded indebtedness" is limited to in-
debtedness which was fixed and certain at the time of voter approval and which is
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evidenced or represented by the issuance of bonds in a specified amount and payable
within a specified time.
SECTION 3. Subdivision (a) of Section 2 of Article XIIIA of the California
Constitution is amended to read:
11171101 1, (a) The term "full cash va',u,ei" as used in this article maans
the county assessor's valuation of real property as shown on the 1975-76 tax bill
or, thereafter, the appraised value of real property when purchased, newly con-
structed, or a change in ownership has occurred after the 1975 assessment. All
real property not already assessed up to the 1975-76 full cash value may be reas-
sessed to reflect that valuation. Far purposes of this subdivision:
(1 ) The term "newly constructed" sh-11 not i1ricliude real property which is
reconstructed after a disaster, as declared by the Governor, where the fair market
value of that real property, as reconstructed, is comparable to its fair market
value prior to the disaster.
(2) The "appraised value" of real property which, since the most recent
prior valuation date, has been purchased, newly constructed, or to which a change
in ownership has occurred, shall not exceed the sum of the following:
(A) for real property purchased or acquired for consideration after the
1975 assessment, the most recent purchase price, or, for other real property, the
assessed value shown on the 1975-76 tax bill (or any value resulting from a subse-
quent reassessment pursuant to Section 2(a)) ;
(B) the direct cost of any new construction on the real property since the
sales or valuation date applicable in (A) ; and
(C) any applicable annual adjustments or reductions described in Section 2(b)
(1 ) .
The most recent purchase price for this purpose shall be the amount of any
money transferred plus the fair market value of any other consideration trans-
ferred.
(3) When there is a change in ownership as to less than the entire fee
interest in directly held real property, only that lesser interest shall be re-
appraised. 2
(4) On and after March 1 , 1975, for real property taxation purposes, the
value standards prescribed by Section 10 of Article 13 of this Constitution and
by statutes authorized by Section 9 of Article 13 of this Constitution, shall
be deemed to be "full cash value" as that term is used in this Section and any
tax levied on real property subject to such value standards shall be governed
by this article.
SECTION 4. Subdivision (b) of Section 2 of Article XIIIA of the California
Constitution is amended to read:
SECTION 2. (b) (1 ) The full c v- rr �e may reflect from year-to-;dear an
"annual adjustment" for inflation not to exceed 2 percent for any given year, or
reduction, as shown in the Consumer '= ux of the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
United States Department of Labor, L ;;--:er v ,e �Iead`lnq "A11 Items ," or any index
substituted by the Department of LaL;or e `cr, =cr the area under taxing juris-
diction, or may be reduced to reflects stµntial d_;<<age, destruction or other
factors causing a decline in value.
(2) The full cash value shall not include any annual adjustment for the 1976
1977, 1977-1978, and 1978-1979 assessment years. Any assessee whose assessment
for any year contained an annual adjustment for the 1976-1977, 1977-1978, or 1978-
1979 assessment year shall be entitled to refund of taxes, or a credit against
taxes next due if the legislature so g provides, in the dollar amount of the addition-
al taxes paid as a result of that annual adjustment, plus interest at the rate of
13 percent from the date of payment.
SECTION 5. Subdivision (e) is added to Section 2 of Article XIIIA of the
California Constitution to read;
SECTION 2. (e) For purposes of subdivision (a) the term "change in owner-
ship" shall not include any intrafamily transfer of real property between an owner
thereof and any other person or persons if the person or persons to whom that
property is transferred is or are members of the immediate family of that owner.
This section shall apply to both voluntary transfers and transfers resulting from
a court order or judicial decree. - As used in this subdivision, "members of the
immediate family" of the owner means parents, grandparents, stepparents, uncles,
aunts, spouse, stepchildren, siblings, and lineal descendents of the owner, or the
guardian or trustee for any of the foregoing persons.
SECTION 6. Section 3 of Article XIIIA of the California Constitution is
amended to read:
SECTION 3. On and after August 15, 1983, any new tax or any change in any
tax enacted or authorized
by the Legislature which increases the amoun
t of any
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tax levied upon any taxpayer, including but not limited to the imposition of a
new tax, an increase in the rate of a tax, a change in the method of computation
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of 8 tax Or o change in the taxpayers subject to such tax, T-..ay be imposed Only
� by an act passed by not less than two-thirds Of all memherS elected to each Of the
two houses of the Legislature, except that, other than the one percent /l�\
tax referred to in Section l /a\ , no new Or increased ad vdlor£n tax on real
property Or other tax On or based upon the ownership of real property, or sales Or |
transaction tax OD the sale Or lease of real property, may be 'imposed.
SECTION 7, Section 4 Of Article XIIIA Of the California Constitution is
repealed.
SECTION 8, Section 4 is added to Article XIIIA Of the C_;zlifDrnia CmnstitUtiOn, '
to read:
� SECTION 4. On and after August 15, 19-C3, any new tax Or any change in any
�
tax enacted or authorized by any gOvernmen±ail entity, exclUsf7a V-F the S±�1_-e,
which increases the dR0UDt of any tax l2Vie-,d opOn any taxpayer, -inclUdirg but
| not limited to the. imposition of a new tax, �-_n increase in the rate Of a tax, a
Change in the method Of computation of a tax or a charge 'in t1-.,2 taxpayers subject
to Such tax, may be imposed only by d measure upp70Y8d by ��D-thirds of tihe
/ qualified electors Of the governmental entity voting On the �;_:�asure at a public
election, except that, other than the One percent (l%) tax referred to in Section
l /o\ , no new or increased ad valorem tax or Other '.-dx On or ba-sed upon the owner-
ship Of real property, or Sales or transaction tax On the sale or lease Of real
property, may be imposed.
SECTION 9 32�t�OD 4 5 is added to Article XIIIA of the California Constit-
ution, ^
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b} read:
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SECTION 4'5 (a) AS used in this article, the t2nn "tax" means any levy Or �
charge, however ldbel8d Or structured, including but not limited to any levy for
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the purpose of paying pension liabilities, 0dd2 by the state, any local govern-
mental eDtitv, Or any �g2DCy 0r instrumentality Of either the state �r � �OC�l �
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governmental entity which does not constitute d fee, an assessmient or a fine, as �
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defined in subdivision (b) .
| (b) For purposes of this section: �
/l \ »F82," which shall not include any amount to pay pension liabilities, �
means any Charge by the state, any local governmental entity, Or any agency or
/ instrumentality Of either the state or a local governmental entity which is
imposed upon persons Or property for either Of the following purposes:
� (A\ TO pay for the direct costs of the, services provided to or direct benefits
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conferred upon the particular persons or property subject to the charge.
(B) TO pay for the direct COStS of a regulatory program under which the person
Or property subject to the charge is regulated.
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(2) "Assessment" means a charge which is levied upon particular real property
within a limited area for the payment of the cost of a local capital improvement
to land which directly and specially benefits said particular real property, and
which meets all of the following criteria:
(A) It is levied exclusively on land.
(B) It is based wholly on and limited in amount to direct and special benefits
to the land upon which it is levied.
(C) It creates no personal liability for the person whose land is assessed.
(D) It is limited both as to time an locality by the duration and scope
of,application of the capital improvement,
(3) "Fine" means an amount paid to a entity as a Pecuniary
punishment for engaging in unlawful actliv-1ty.
(4) The excess of any purported fee 'i,71LCsed over the direct; costs of the
service or direct benefit conferred c- to fee payers or the direct costs
of the regulatory program for which the fee is charged, shall constitute a tax.
The excess of any purported assessment levied over the costs of the capital improve-
ment for which the assessment is levied, shall constitute a tax. If any portion
ofa purported fee or purported assessment constitutes a tax and such tax has not
been validly imposed, any person who paid 11"he fee or assessment shall be entitled
to receive from the entity imposing the fa, or assessment a refund or that portion
constituting a tax, plus 13 percent interest from the date of payment.
(5) On and after August 15, 1983, any new fee or any increase in any fee
exceeding the increase if any in the cost of living during the preceding twelve-
month period as shown in the Consumer Price Index of the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
United States Department of Labor, under the headi ne "All Items or any
index substituted by the Department of Labor therefor, for the area subject to
the fee, may be imposed by any governmental entity other than the state only by
a measure approved by two-thirds of the qualified electors of that governmental
entity voting on the measure at a public election, or if enacted or authorized
by the Legislature only by an act passed by not less than two-thirds of all
members elected to each of the two houses of the Legislature.
SECTION 10. Section 5 of Article XIIIA of the California Constitution is
amended to read:
SECTION 5. Except for refunds of taxes required by paragraph (2) of sub-
division (b) of Section 2, and refunds of any fees, taxes or assessments collected
in violation of paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of Section 2, Section 3, Section
4 and paragraphs (4) and (5) of subdivision (b) of Section 4.5, no refund for
any tax year prior to the tax year beginning July 1 , 1985 shall be made as the
result of the adoption of the -constitutional amendment hereby revisinq this
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Section.
SECTION ll . S8CtiO.` O Of Article XIlIA of 'the California Constitution is
amended to read:
SECTION 5. If any section, subdivision, paragraph, part, clause, Or phrase
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Of this article, Or any amendment or revision Of this article, is for any neaSOD �
held to be invalid or unconstitutional , the remaining sections, subdivisions,
paragraphs, parts, clauses or phrases shall not be affected but Shall remain in
full force and effect. �
SUBMITTED BY: Howard Jarvis
Author and PropDOenc
6363 Wilshire Blvd .
[VS Angeles, [A 9O"'�3
9/l/83
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Claims 84-9
Meeting 84-11
MIDPENINSL REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DIST-CT May 9 , 1984
C L A I M S
Amount Name Description
:!6946 $ 213.00 Air Flight Service Aerial Photo
I6947 336.00 Accountemps Temporary Office Help
16948 210. 00 Al Septic Tank Serv. Inc. Pump Septic Tank - Coal Creek
and Mt. Melville
I6949 50.00 Mrs. Alice Bachtold Purchase of Brush Cutter
6950 17. 69 Bob Barlow Mt. Umunhum Road Repair
6951 2 , 950. 00 Gene Sheehan Trail Construction
6952 29. 13 Crest Copies Reproduction
6953 900.00 California Advocates Legislative Consultant Fee-April
6954 213.00 Communications Research Co. Radio Maintenance Service
6955 300 . 00 Del Woods Educational Assistance
6956 166. 13 First American Title Title Insurance - Grossmith
Guaranty Co. Property
6957 400.00 Foss & Associates Personnel Consulting Fee - April
220. 88 Mary Gundert Educational Assistance and
Private Vehicle Expense
6959 500. 00 U.S. Postmaster Postage
�6960 181. 87 Herbert Grench Meal Conferences and Out of
Town Meeting
6961 174. 39 Good Co. Press Office Supplies
6962 50. 00 David Hansen Partial Reimbursement of
Professional Dues
690 126.52 I.B.M.
Typewriter Supplies
6964 119. 18 Ketch All Company Field Equipment
6965 7. 46 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies
6966 60. 74 Mobil Oil Co. Gas District Vehicles
6967 64. 17 Merdith Newspaper Ad Bookkeeper
6968 209.56 Micromedia Inc. Microfilming of Documents
�6969 193. 87 Monte Vista Garden Center Field Sup-plies
6970 49. 40 Stanley Norton March Expenses - Copying and
Meal Conferences
6971 39.75 Norneys
Office Supplies
6972 87.23 Olsten Temp. Service Temporary Clerical Services
16973 929. 95 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
6974 225. 67 Petters Office Furnishing Book Shelf
.6975 255. 85 Randazzo Auto Upholstery District Vehicle Expense
6976 300. 00 Susan Cretekos April Patrol Services - Windmill
Pasture
Claims -9
Meeting .11
May 9, 1984
Aziount Name Description
6977 $ 248. 16 San Jose Mercury News Ad- Bookkeeper
6973 10.00 Stanford University Subscription-Campus Report
6979 385. 26 Scribner Graphic Press , Inc. Brochure Printing-Monte Bello
6980 180. 00 San Jose Plating Works , Inc. District vehicle Expense
6981 200. 00 John Wild Stable Use Study
6982 290. 04 Western Fire Equipment Co.
Tank Painting
6983 147. 65 Alice Watt Private Vehicle Expense
6984 610. 00 Water Sure Chlorinator
6985 172.43 Tools-R-Us Miscellaneous Field Supplies
6986 100. 00 ZZZ Sanitation Co. Pumping of Monte Bello Septic Tan
6987 431. 33 Xerox Monthly Maintenance/meter Run
6988 50, 000. 00 Valley Title Company Acquisition of Carter Property
6989 30, 450. 00 East Bay Electric Electrification of Residence at
22400 Skyline Boulevard
6990 6 ,405. 54 Transamerica Title Services Title Policy Wilkins Property
6991 1, 627 . 50 First American Title Title Policy Bachtold Property
Insurance Comnanv
6992 651. 34 Western Title Insurance Co. Title Policy Quinn Property
6993 25, 080. 13 Keogh, Marer & Flicker Legal Fees
6994 150. 00* Le Moulin Rouge Deposit for May 12 Box Lunches
Emergency Check Issued May 4 , 1984
Claims 84-9
Meeting 84-11
MIDPENINSU.uA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DIS..__.CT May 9, 1984
REVISED
C L A I M S
Amount Name Description
6946 $ 213.00 Air Flight Service Aerial Photo
� 6947 336.00 Accountemps Temporary Office Help
6948 210.00 Al Septic Tank Serv. Inc. Pump Septic Tank - Coal Creek
and Mt. Melville
� 6941 50.00 Mrs. Alice Bachtold Purchase of Brush Cutter
6950 17.69 Bob Barlow Mt, Umunhum Road Repair
6951 2, 950. 00 Gene Sheehan Trail Construction
6952 29. 13 Crest Copies Reproduction
6953 900.00 California Advocates Legislative Consultant Fee-Aprilll
6954 213.00 Communications Research Co. Radio Maintenance Service
6955 300. 00 Del Woods Educational Assistance
6956 166. 13 First American Title Title Insurance - Grossmith
Guaranty Co. Property
6957 400.00 Foss & Associates Personnel Consulting Fee - April
6958 220. 88 Mary Gundert Educational Assistance and
Private Vehicle Expense
6959 500. 00 U.S. Postmaster Postage
6960 181. 87 Herbert Grench Meal Conferences and Out of
Town Meeting
6g51 174. 39 Good Co. Press Office Supplies
6962 50.00 David Hansen Partial Reimbursement of
Professional Dues
6963 126.52 I.B.M. Typewriter Supplies
6964 119. 18 Ketch All Company Field Equipment
6965 7.46 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies
6966 60. 74 Mobil Oil Co. Gas - District Vehicles
6967 64. 17 Merdith Newspaper Ad - Bookkeeper
6968 209.56 Micromedia Inc. Microfilming of Documents
6969 193. 87 Monte Vista Garden Center Field Supplies
6970 49. 40 Stanley Norton March Expenses - Copying and
Meal Conferences
6971 39.75 Norneys Office Supplies
6972 87.23 Olsten Temp. Service Temporary Clerical Services
6973 929. 95 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
6974 225. 67 Petters Office Furnishing Book Shelf
6975 255. 85 Randazzo Auto Upholstery District Vehicle Expense
6976 300. 00 Susan Cretekos April Patrol Services - Windmill '
Pasture
Claims PI-9 REVISED
Meeting 11
May 9, 1964
# Amount Name Description
6977 $ 248. 16 San Jose Mercury News Ad- Bookkeeper
6978 10.00 Stanford University Subscription-Campus Report
6979 385.26 Scribner Graphic Press , Inc. Brochure Printing-Monte Bello
i6980 180.00 San Jose Plating Works , Inc. District Vehicle Expense
6981 200.00 John Wild Stable Use Study
6982 290. 04 Western Fire Equipment Co. Tank Painting
6983 147.65 Alice Watt Private Vehicle Expense
6984 610.00 Water Sure Chlorinator
6985 172.43 Tools-R-Us Miscellaneous Field Supplies
6986 100,00 ZZZ , Sanitation Co. Pumping of Monte Bello Septic Ta,,)
6987 431. 83 Xerox Monthly . Maintenances/Meter Run
6988 50,000. 00 Valley Title Company Acquisition of Carter Property
6989 30,450.00 East Bay Electric Electrification of Residence at
22400 Skyline Boulevard
;6990 6 ,405. 54 Transamerica Title Services Title Policy - Wilkins Property ;
6991 1, 627. 50 First American Title Title Policy - Bachtold Property;
Insurance Company
,6992 651. 34 Western Title Insurance Co. Title Policy - Quinn Property
�6993 25, 080. 13 Keogh, maser & Flicker Lecal Fees
6994 150. 00* Le Moulin Rouge Deposit for May 12 Box Lunches
by95 107. 71 Petty Cash Photography Supplies and Pro-
cessing, Meal Conferences, Parki,
Postage, Book, and Demolition
Permit for Coal Creek Open Space,
Preserve
6996 26Q.00 Le Moulin Rouge May 12 Box Lunches
* Emergency Check Issued May 4, 1984
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