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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19850227 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 85-04 Meeting 85-04 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022 (415)965-4717 Wednesday 375 Distel Circle, D-1 February 27 , 1985 REGULAR MEETING Los Altos, California BOARD OF DIRECTORS A G E N D A (7 : 30) ROLL CALL WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS ADOPTION OF AGENDA ORAL COMMUNICATIONS OLD BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED (7 : 45) 1 . Final Adoption of the Use and Management Plan for the Peninsula Open Space Trust, Lohr, Jenkins, and Guenther Property Additions to Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve -- D. Hansen (7 : 50) 2 . The Experimental Dog Program -- D. Hansen NEW BUSINESS WITH ACTION REQUESTED (8 : 15) 3. Setting of Public Hearing for Annexation of Certain Parcels in Santa Cruz County -- H. Grench Resolution Initiating Proceedings to Annex Territory Designated as "Sempervirens Annexation No. 687-A" to This District (8 : 20) 4 . Determination of Public Necessity for Proposed Dooley Property Addition to Coal Creek Open Space Preserve -- C. Britton Resolution Finding and Determining That the Public Interest and Necessity Require the Acquisition of Certain Properties for Public Use, to Wit, for Public Park, Recreation and Open Space Purposes, Describing the Properties Necessar y Therefore and Authoriz ing ing and Directing g Y its Retained Legal Counsel to do Everything Necessary to Acquire All Interests Therein (Coal Creek Open Space Preserve - Dooley Property) (8 : 40) 5. District Lease of Portion of San Mateo County Baylands Reserve From State Lands Commission -- C. Britton Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of Lease, Authorizing Officer to Execute Lease on Behalf of District, and Authorizing General Mana- ger to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary to Closing of the Transaction (San Mateo County Baylands Reserve - Lands of the State of California, State Lands Commission) (8 : 55) 6. Preliminary Action Plan for the Implementation of the Basic Policy of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District for Fiscal Year 1985-1986 -- H. Grench (9 : 20) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS CLAIMS CLOSED SESSION (Land Negotiation and Litigation Matters) ADJOURNMENT Herbert A.Grench,Genera!Manager Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Nonette G.Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Richard S.Bishop,Edward G.Shelley,Harry A.Turner,Daniel G.Wendin ! - � WRITTEN MMD0ZCATZ00 | Mee-,. 'g 85-04 Feb. 27 , 1985 | Qointa Ranch | Star K*ote 2, Box 310 La Honda, Calif- 94020 � February 20, 1985 � TO: 8onrd of Directors Midyeninouls Regional Open Space District FKO8: Richard S. Dnlliu and Jeannette A. Bullia SUBJECT: List of more or leas 700 parcels published in meeting of 2/12/85, purporting to meet requirement of Brown Act as amended. � � Please furnish the writers of this letter forthwith: � l , }omes of all nwnccm of lands on the subject list. 2^ Addresses of n�voerm, 3^ Assessors ' � 4. DeAcription of each parcel as to nhoLkez developed or undeveloped and, � if developed, whether as u homcotczd or other, and| acreajao. 5. Le�il,lc map showing all parcels and their relation to present District | lonJ holdings �itkin and without District h ondaries, This request is modu under the "Colifqcnim Public Records Act^ " to obtain all | the information o"alIa6le to the 8onrd of Directors of M.D.0.S.D. that is not reasonably classified. If the District has not compiled the o6nve requested information the writers would request a prompt disclosure of that | infnrmutivo presently available with hen theDistrict will | produce the balance. Rich co"I"Bullis 07 cc: Michael McCracken, hnq. / David Byers, Eag, � | � � � � � � � � � s � ti r• + wQ L DI: TBUTED AT r BOA__, MEETING 9 February 27 , 1985 � g G 5 O 1 SANTA u C L A R A L E V R SOUTH SKYLINE ASSOCIATION D PEOPLE CONCERNED WITH THE BEAUTY AND THOUGHTFUL PLANNING, OF THE SOUTH SKYLINE - February 24, 1985 Er. carry `.,,=n cr, President Board cf Directors Midperinsula rejional Open Space District 371 Distel Drive Los Altos, CA c4022 Fe: District implementation of S.t. 2216 -(arendrsert to Brown Act) Dear Er. Turner; The method ci' implementation of S.B. 2216 and the formulation of a list of properties for potential acquisition is causing the District considerable damage- to its credibility for the following reasons. A. Inaccurate and incomplete identification of properties. he list, itself, is unprofessionally done with :misspellings, `n o: piete rzmes, and lack of identifying parcel numbers. p T e accv."'T?,� yi nZ: nap, which, might assist in identification, is not availal-le in, a form that can be distributed to those who request it. It appears that some parcels have been selectively renoved fro-. the list, in contradiction to the " ..intent to be as co.,--.pletc as possible in napping parcels within_ the District's Flanninf, area and sphere o. influence." B. Does not constitute what is corrr�,only considered "notice:" We think that most people would consider a notice of an agenda item to include a date, time and place, but this method merely states that a subject c:ay be discussed at an undetermined time in an indefinite future. C. rsycholc.^ical stress on property owners. A"rendy v:e have witnessed anxiety among property owners in the areas of acq,.:isiti.:n, as they "wait for the other shoe to fall." They fear tha;, the District may interfere with their dreams to live out their lives on their property and pass it on to their children. D. Severe reduction, in the market for properties. Beim, can this list has the effect of taking the properties off the open market should their owners wish to sell. There are very few people who would purchase these properties (which require much effort to develop and maintain) if they knew that the District cot:ld force ten to sell in the :future. i '-hese are our recommendati,--_3 The District sh-culd cease publication of the list of properties, and adopt the method of public notice as the properties come up for discussion or a similar timely procedure. 2. Property owners should be notified individually in advar-ce of any discussion regarding their property. 3. If the list is perpetuated, all owners included on it shall be individual'.1y notified of their inclusion on the list. 4. If the list is 6 pertuated, any owner shall be taken off the list at his request. We trust that you and the other members of the Board will seriously consider our recoMizendations, &;mthis issue is considered a very serious one in t'-.- Z?,vli--e area, as it will be in other areas of the District when t-e word spread--. Very sincerely yours, Janet Schwind, President 11825 Slr-,vline Boulevard Los Gatos, CA 95030 * STRIBUTED AT ARD MEETING February 27 , 1985 Peninsula Citizens Action (415)851-7075 345 Swett Road, Woodside, CA 94062 85-Feb-2'7 re: MROSD threats/actions against desires of home/property owners Greetings, I would be pleased to include articles focusing on those practices of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District that are considered coercive, in my next newspapers — the 20,000 circulation Peninsula Citizens' Advoacate, issue #4, and the 100,000-circulation Silicon Gulch Gazette, issue #41. At Least One More Advocate As promised, there will be at least one more edition of PCA. Editions beyond that will - depend on the level of financial support received from the communities served. (This is not a solicitation; financial realities will be detailed in PCA #4.) Note: I had originally planned for a January edition however, I now have #4 scheduled for Y publication sometime in late March. It was first delayed by the departure of my editor -* at my request. Next, I indulged in the luxury of a much-longer-than-expected "vacation" — spending it in glorious marathon-mode programming of the typesetting system illustrated in this letter.g p g g Yp g Y (OK — so I have a strange notion of vacations.) This new system is far more powerful than the previous system, and will make it much easier and faster to produce the camera-ready copy of the publications. Skyline/Coastside Views Distributed to Silicon Valley The SGG is a free-to-readers microcomputer newspaper that I began in 1976, published on the same highly sporatic basis as the PCA — i.e., I produce an issue whenever it is useful and I was willing to pay its significant costs. Of its 100,000 circulation, approximately 50,000 readers are on the west coast, 45,000 are in California, and about 35,000 are in the Bay area — primarily in Silicon Valley. The SGG and its editor (me) are well known to that readership, and — I believe — well respected for "tellin' it like it is." I am producing the next SGG for two clients — who also happen to be actively supportive of my PCA efforts. I plan to piggy-back a PCA as an insert in this next SGG — thereby reaching that very significant audience of Silicon Valley and California "movers and shakers" with our concerns and views, and saving the postage of putting the PCA out to that audience, seperately. Postage is the biggest single cost-center of an issue. (Of course, I/PCA will bear the additional costs of producing and printing that PCA insert.) An Informational Outreach Effort is Essential I have concluded that mass distribution of accurate and comprehensive information is an absolutely essential element of any successful effort to "motivate" obstinate and/or unresponsive elected and appointed officials to be less abusive and more equitable. We, who desire change, must reach beyond our own miniscule constituencies and inform the constituencies who are naively supporting those officials, unaware of what they are actually doing. I hold the strong belief that the essence of a free and equitable society is founded in an accurately and completely informed electorate. This Volunteer Effort Needs Your Assistance I have my hands full, just managing the editing and production of the Advocate, plus writing some or all of the stories. I have essentially no time left for attending meetings, monitoring hearings, and doing the research that must be done to support accurate reporting. (We'll ignore the additional functions of living my life, and pursuing my computer work — which I did ignore for most of 1984.) I need your volunteer time, effort, and expertise. To the extent that it is forthcoming, I can cover the MROSD in PCA. To the extent that you are unable to assist — I won't/can't cover MROSD activities, given the severe time and staff limitations of this already-costly community- support effort. There is far more to do than any one person can do. If someone will round up the volunteers, I will be delighted to hold a meeting at my house in north Skyline, discuss wha' is needed, find out what talents and recources are available, and assist in coordinating assignments and projects. ' To the extent that information and time is available, I plan to do the same comprehensive, documented presentation of information about MROSD activities and finances as I did in our 321 page PCA #2 that detailed Building Inspection Department practices and finances. Here's a t f page 2 "wish list" of what I need and/or could use: Research & Documentation: I will not publish information without adequate documentation. I need personal copies of MROSD minutes, letters, statutes, directives, ordinances, etc., documenting allegations we publish. In the cases of statements of personal experiences, I need to have them in writing or at least on tape, and fairly and carefully questioned. Allegations and rumors need to be carefully researched and questioned — as a matter of fairness and principle, and because they will destructively backfire (as they should) if they are published and proven false. I need for volunteers to seek out this documentation, copy it,.and get it to me. Here are some of the items that would be useful: — documented information about when MROSD was formed, what the exact ballot results were, when it changed its names, copies of the name-change motions and voting — and, if available — transcripts of the discussion/testimony regarding those name changes, — copies of MROSD's original charter, and all modifications to that charter, — complete details — including ballot results, dates, and published statements -- for each expansion of the MROSD's boundaries, — listings of all MROSD expenditures and checks, preferably from the beginning, including dates, amounts, payees, and purposes, — details on all bond issues and present and potential indebtedness of the District, — a complete listing of MROSD property, with parcel numbers, amounts paid, and copies of purchase contracts, — documented information regarding "special deals" made by MROSD — e.g. the building complex rumored to be only for family use, but being rented; special valuations and deals that have favorable tax consequences for sellers; homes owned by MROSD but occupied by "friends of MROSD", etc. (If we are going to be coerced and abused, let's make sure we are all abused and coerced equally — no "special deals" for the few and the powerful.), — documentation on all property purchases by MROSD, outside of their District (tax payers tend to dislike having their money used for someone else's benefit), — documentation on all sales and trades of property by MROSD, including parcel numbers, dates, amounts received, copies of the sales contracts, and transcripts of the discussions justifying such sales, — the original text of the 1984 Brown Act modifications, — the actual text of the statutes used by MROSD in condemnation proceedings, — documented information regarding the legal and tax ramifications of "friendly condemnation" vs. any other kind of condemnation (apparently, the former has better -tax consequences for the victem.), — complete details concerning all legal actions by — and against — MROSD, particularly including copies of court transcripts, official correspondence, hearings records, — MROSD costs for all legal actions they pursue or suffer, — biographical sketches on all MROSD Directors and key administrative staff, when each Director was first elected, when key staff were hired, how much each is paid, non-financial additional benefits, etc., — an accurate description of the District's boundaries and the electoral districts for each Director (those published in several newspapers were grossly inaccurate), and — as much documented detail as possible about who Gerrymandered that district, and how they were able to accomplish it. Also, some years ago, I recall talking to a woman who told me of renting a cabin behind a mountain home, leaving the area for the summer, returning to find the property purchased by MROSD and her cabin bulldozed and belongings missing, having MROSD refuse to even reimburse her for the missing belongs, and having to sue — successfully — for compensation. I can't remember who told me of this; I would like documented details of it and the litigation and court transcript. Personal Stories: Stories of governmental actions are often considered boring and remain unread — inconsequential stuff ... like policies about nuclear weapons. It is of major importance to obtain in-depth stories from people who have personally suffered inequities or mistreatment due to MROSD coercion, condemnation, or functional downzoning. Those people need to be located and encouraged to be interviewed. I will do the interviews, or possibly some not-yet- found volunteer reporters might do them. The most valuable stories will concern forced aquisition of peoples' homes or planned personal homesites by initialed and/or completed condemnation proceedings. Stories regarding the supression of commercial developments are of much less value — regardless of whether ore agrees or disagrees with such supression — they will not motivate sympathy and support for us ;. from MROSD's constituents. Photographs & Graphics: For a printed medium to be accepted and read by a casual recipient, it must appear interesting and have "graphic relief" — photos, drawings, charts, Olans, etc. I need for volunteers to generate black-and-white photos of pertinant subjects, obtain copies Page 3 of plans and overlays, etc., and get them to me. In the case of photos and other-than-public drawings and plans, I need a signed release from the photographer, draftsperson or artist permitting me to use them — and would be delighted to run a credit line on them. Small, simple pen-and-ink drawings would be useful fillers — animals, trees, vistas, etc. Cartoonist(s): Though this is a "graphic", it is so important that I am listing it separately. We can greatly enhance the communication of our "messages" if we can present their key points in the form of well-executed political cartoons, or even a minimum-text comic strip. These would be designed cooperatively, and produced as a volunteer (unpaid) effort — as I am producing the Advocate. As an aside, "Dennis the Menace" cartoonist Hank Ketcham had a manor. hassle with his town's bureaucrats a coupla years ago. As I recall it, the Perfect Planners oCarmeI refused to give him permission to have his cartooning studio in his home! Another observation is that "Farley" cartoonist Phil Frank recently gave up his nationally syndicated strip in preference for doing a strip focusing on local topics for the San Francisco Chronicle. I believe he lives in or around Sausalito. Competant, Accurate News Writers: It would be of great assistance to find one or several part-time volunteer (unpaid) reporters. They need an academic researcher's dedication to care and accuracy, an ability to communicate effectively and concisely, and an ego that will tolerate my editing (possibly butchering) their stories to accomplish our motivational goals — I know, an impossible dream. Stories and approaches would be chosen cooperatively. I would be delighted to run bylines on such stories. Careful, Accurate Typists and Proof-Readers: I can always use people willing to type articles, listings, property data, etc. into the computer at my home. And — as this unproofed letter probably indicates, I can always use proof-readers (Us Stanford inginers kant speel vcri wcl.) Caveat Lest anyone have a misimpression of my position, I must state: When the Midpeninsula Regional Parks District was first on the ballot, I worked for it — somewhat — and voted for it. Basically, I approve of such an organization — for parks and/or for open space. I support their existance, and their aquisition of any property they can purchase — and protect and maintain — at a fair market value and without price dcgredation through functional downzoning by cooperating county planners, geologists and building departments. My disagreements are with (a) their use of coercion and condemnation to force otherwise unwilling., owners to give up their homes and land, (b) presumed cooperation with county planners, geologists and/or building officials in downzoning and cheapening of property desired by MROSD, (c) covert action, if any, and (d) incomplete and/or misleading public information — such as the recently published "hit list." A civil government that cannot operate in the open, should not operate, at all — at least, not outside of Russia and Poland. I propose that we work together to make sure their past, present and future operation is very much "in the open." It is also my initial impression that MROSD's elected Directors, and most or all of their staff, are well-meaning dedicated individuals, primarily motivated by a wish td build and maintain a desirable environment and "make a better world." I have no particular quarrel with their obstinacy and egotism — anyone (certainly including me) who puts forth the time and effort to make a positive contribution to society has a strong dose of egotism ... and more the a little obstinacy, if they are effective. My only quarrel is with their use of the heavy hand and power of governmental force against citizens' homes and land in building their monuments. And, I believe the productive egotism of MROSD's Directors is actually the strongest tool we have for seeking redress of the inequities, coercion, and possible covert actions we fear. As those inequities, and coercive and/or covert actions are exposed to public scrutiny, principled individuals such as most of the Directors and staff will'modify that behavior. Nuf sed, for now — in my usual, ever-so-terse style (better too much information, than too little). I remain, Sinc�Op e im Warren, founde nsu; Publisher, Peninsu Citizens' Advocate Warren, cc: to each MROSD Director and senior administrator We do not pursue covert actions or hidden agendas. �,v�4 .,puter cOnyentio� MS St%s% 08`O Bulk Rate qu9ust 2 �D z�17 g U.S. Postage s Paid ADDRESS CORRECTION REQUESTED San Jose CA Permit 2196 NILICvn OULCH aflZETTE No. 36,July, 1983 345 Swett Road Woodside, California 94062-9990 (415)851-8437 First IBM PC Faire Typesetting on Microcomputers Using 1)rX to be Largest The logical extension of word processing software is software to do The First IBM PC Faire,focusing typesetting, and a few simple pro- on the IBM Personal Computer and grams have recently been marketed. PC-compatible products, is expect- In general, however, they are "toy" ' ed to be the largest such event of programs, meant strictly for simple MEN this year. Over 85l° of its 567 ex- typesetting projects such as cor- hibit booths have already been rent- respondence. ed by approximately 300 compa- Now, Tyx Corp. and Unidot, Inc. UNIDOT nies, including IBM's 8-booth island announce the release of TYXTEX, the M:m exhibit displaying its latest prod- ucts and enhancements. 16-bit version of TEX, the revolu- A broad range of speakers have tionary typesetting software devel- submitted papers for the Technical oped at Stanford University by Don Conference, with more Conference Knuth. TYXTFX is fully compatible . with Stanford and runs under sessions being organized daily. Es- � ; pecially noteworthy speakers in- the Xenix operating system. clude: Don Estridge, the Vice Presi- According to C. Gordon Bell, VP dent of IBM's Systems Products of Engineering at DEC, "...T is Division, and General Manager of potentially the most significant in- the group responsible for the IBM vention in typesetting in this century. '" PC; Federico Faggin,the coinventor It introduces a standard language for ,. of the microprocessor at Intel computer '' j p ( ), p typography and in terms cofounder of Zilog, and now Presi- of importance could rank near the t, . dent of Cygnet Technologies; and introduction of Gutenberg press." David House, Vice President and YXTF: i gailahle fog n. , WRITTEN CMUNICATION Meet: 85-03 R A FEB lF1eYr13, 1985 �V A SAN MATEO COUNTY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION, INC. 4 WEST FOURTH AVENUE SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA 94402 TEL: (415) 342-7278 OFFICERS February 8, 1985 PRESIDENT T.Jack Foster,Jr. Foster Enterprises,Ltd. SR.VICE PRESIDENT Board of Trustees Donald G.Warren Redwood Shores,Inc. Midpeninsula Regional Open SECRETARY Space District William E.Cartwright 375 Di stet Circle, Suite D-1 Realtor Los Altos, California 94022 CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Ann M.Hammer Dear Board Members: California Canadian Bank VICE PRESIDENT-AT-LARGE The Growth Policy Council of the San Mateo County William E. Ryan Development Association has been monitoring the lawsuit United Airlines,Ret. between the Hassler Coalition and the Open Space District, DISTRICT VICE PRESIDENTS From the beginning this Council has supported the Coalition Stephen A.Clayton in its efforts to preserve these historical buildings for Half Moon Bay Properties use by community groups. Our support for the Coalition is V.Kenneth Clifford consistent with our long-held stance that the use of public Shell Oil Company lands acquired by the Open Space District and other Daniel McHale agencies, and the expenditure of public monies associated XIOX Corp. therewith should be balanced between acquisition and Daniel P.Levin improvement within the acquisition for active public park Lincoln Property Company and recreational purposes. Ronald F.Sykora David D.Bohannon Therefore, and particularly in light of the Organization February 5, 1985 decision of the First District Court of Appeal in favor of the Coalition, we strongly urge you to EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, immediatly meet with the San Mateo County Board of GENERAL MANAGER Supervisors and the Coalition and its mediator, William Pen Henry Bostwick,Jr. Mott, to negotiate a settlement of this wasteful litigation. ASSISTANT Such a negotiated settlement would be clearly in the public G. Frederick Wadlington interest in that it would put an end to costly litigation and public divisiveness and would be consistent with the expressed wishes of a majority of your constituents for preservation and restoration of the Hassler buildings. Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District February 8, 1985 Page Two Would not the great sums of public monies spent on attorneys and lawsuits be better expended on providing a developed and accessible facility for all members of the public? Surely, such an action would g6—a long way toward Mending the current image of the District. 0 truly, • DO RREN Cha an Gr th Policy Council JACK FOSTER President, San Mateo County Development Association Ud:PB:yh:327 cc: Board of Supervisors, All Members San Mateo County, Santa Clara County Governmental Research Council William Penn Mott Rod Hamblin, Exq. , U.S. Attorney's Office Howard Chapman, Western Regional Director National Park Service News Release DRAFT RESPONSE FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Mr. Don Warren Mr. T. Jack Foster San Mateo County Development Association 4 West Fourth Avenue San Mateo, CA 94402 Dear Mr. Warren and Mr. Foster: Thank you for your letter of February 8, 1985 , regarding the Hassler property. The letter was considered at our February 20 Board meeting. As the attached chronology indicates, this District has been involved in planning for the Hassler site for a long time, including many public hearings. In the end, after working in good faith with the Arts Council and Board of Supervisors for several months , the District' s Board made the very dif- ficult decision to remove the buildings and return the land to a natural state. Let me assure you that there is a very strong constituency out there that supported that decision. In particular, we heard a lot from the homeowners who signed up to create an assessment district and who contributed an additional $300,000 beyond their taxes toward purchase of the property. These people felt that they were promised that the buildings would come down, and have threatened suit if we do otherwise. There is also the City of San Francisco which insists that the buildings must be razed under the intent of the purchase agreement. Even if these problems could be overcome, the State and federal govern- mental agencies administering the grant have made it quite clear that another site serving the same open space purposes and population intended for Hassler and at least equal in appraised value to the Hassler site (the cost was $3.5 million) would have to be purchased as a substitute in order to use the buildings for an artists ' colony. We too are concerned about the public funds that have been expended in this lawsuit, but are even more concerned that the 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 Mr. Don Warren Page 2 Mr. T. Jack Foster site cannot be restored to a natural condition, developed, and used for public enjoyment during this delay. Sincerely yours , Herbert A. Grench General Manager Enclosure N MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022 (415)965-4717 Hassler Health Home Information and Chronology Cescriotior,: The Hassler Health Home property is a 293 acre site on Edgewood 0-ad nerr I-230 in an unincorporated area of San Mateo adjacent to the City of San Carlos, cwred by the City and County of San Francisco_ i nere are saveral buildings on the site -- the former Hassler Health Nome --- built In 113225 as a tuberculosis sanitarium sander the supervision of Dr. William C. �w=ster, a San Francisco Physician. The Center was closed in 1972. I97=: San :arks vot_r•s approved a tax levy not to exceed %. This tax override would have a11cwed a^.e City to pay $1.1 million for the property -- as matching funds if --her sc=urces Of revenue could be found. San Carlos� n subse9 uently was turned r _ c� � � .ca_ +o, ;e�e, al funding (a 50n na�chir grant for g the Land 9 9 through the n 1 D_r_. �.__.� o; _.:_ Interior), San Mateo County also declined to help with the _ P -"s::dine. _1976: State DepartMen- of Corrections considered using the property as a prison facility. Citizens pretested this use of the site. The State dropped its plans to use the site fora priso,., citing the high cost of the extensive remodeling needed. _,;ane 29, 1977: San Carlos Planning Department sent Notice of Exemption to San Mateo County Clerk with an attached Certificate of Exemption Findings stating the project "may cause the removal of certain existing buildings or structures presently thereon to enhance the natural condition of park and open space on the site". Feb. 24, 1977: Public hearing in San Carlos on site evaluation of the Hassler Health Home property. .District pledged support of up to $1 .05 million to buy the land which was priced at $2.1 million, with the City of San Carlos and other sources • to pay the other half. Aug. 1977: :he San Carlos City Council declined to participate in the purchase Sept. 1977: MROSD applied for a $1 million federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant. $550,000 was granted in January 1978. Nov. 14, 1977: San Carlos City Council asked the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to consider the joint purchase of the property along with MROSD. The County did not respond favorably. ' ' Jan. 18, 1978: Discussions with San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commissioners: the District Board and the Commissioners agreed to work together on planning for the Hassler and State College sites to identify cooperative possibilities for the two agencies. Apri 1 1978: San Mateo Coun�f Supervisors considered rezoni i.y the site from residential- estate to resource management, which requires each tot to be judged on factors such as slope and soil composition. Resource management Zoning allows the county to require lot sizes between five and 40 acres. This issue is still pending_ May I , 1978: Paul Koenig, Director of Environmental Management, San Mateo County, reported to Board of Supervisors regarding Hassler Health Home rezoning. _ Sept. 1978: Federal Land and Water Grant funding increased to $1 .1 million. Sept. 27, 1978: AIJ-LSD Board held a Public Hearing at San Carlos High School to assess current public attitudes regarding preservation of the site as open space. Nov. 1 , 1973: 3oard discussed alternate funding sources for purchase of the Hassler property. Jan. 1979: 'Disc--ss 1cns on the formation of an assessment district in San Carlos to help Hassler property. ' District Board authorized Legal Counsel to prepare a , _s:Totion authorizing expenditure of funds in connection with initiation c f : Hassle- ass>ssment district. Feb. 11'r, 'S:,: adopted a resolution stating the District's willingness cr,C int_nzi:+n t0 purchase $300,000 of City of San Carlos Assessment District 3c f cr pu-`n_se cf the Hassler property. March 1-. , i 979: ,;strict Beard decided to continue to delay signing of an agreemment for State Laiti ?^" hater Conservation Funds for the Hassler property until the res::lts of t^_ ..ssess.ment district petition drive were known. June 1 , 1979: Appraisal for property completed '-- $2,000,000 (less $126,000 for demoli- tion costs, . at!gust 22, 1979: Stair" reported to .Board that the San Carlos City Council had passed necessary resolutions scheduling a protest hearing to determine whether or not the Hassler assessment district was to be formed. Sept. 12, 1979: MROSD Board reviewed the draft agreement outlining the terms, conditions, and relative responsibilities of the District -and the City of San Carlos in regard to the formation of the Hassler assessment district. i Sept. 24, I979: The Council of the City of San Carlos voted unanimously in favor of the formation of the Hassler assessment district and referred the draft agreement f to the City's attorney and the attorney for the assessment district for final - revisions. Final document approved by San Carlos City Council on October 9, 1981 , Oct. 10, 1979: MROSD Board authorized execution of the federal Land and Water Conserva- tion grant for the Hassler property and instructed staff to proceed with negotia- tions with the City and County of San Francisco to purchase the property_ Oct. 16, 1979: Appraisal for property approved by State; District authorized to proceed with the acquisition based upon approved documentation. 1979/1980: Various meetings with San Francisco Real Estate Department in attempt to negotiate purchase of the site. April 9, 1980: District staff directed to solicit recreational use proposals far health home buildings according to grant criteria. • ' Y Page three April 9, 1980: Board approved guidelines and process for soliciting proposals for possible recreational uses for the Hassler Health Home buildings. May 14, 1980: Staff reported on results of solicitations for proposals for possible recre- ational uses for buildings. _ May 28, 1980: District held public hearing on proposed use of the Hassler buildings. Dis- cussion focused on use of the buildings as a youth hostel by Golden Gate Council of American Yout^ Hostels, Inc. July 9, 1980: District meeting considering possible recreational uses of the Hassler _ bui:dines. Soar^ authorized staff to expend up to $13,000 for the preparation j of an cnviror�,=rtai Assessment and analysis of demolition of the Hassler buildings. July 17, 1930: tgtt_r from District to San Carlos City Council outlining status of Hassler Ac=:;isi Lion ir. ;;;ding solicitation of proposals for buildings. July 24, 1.;;S: for property updated to $2,240,000 (less $196,000 for demolition cosy;. October S, 198i:: �R3S; Board of Directors adopted resolution to snake a formal offer to tie Cizy County of San Francisco to purchase the Hassler Health Home property for "-7.24 ill s ! Son. October ic, 19K0: District staff sent letter to San Francisco making formal offer to purchr mse the p=__nerty_ Oct. 22, 1980: MRIOS3 83ard concurred with request from Golden Gate Council. of American Youth Zsostei s, .nc: to -delete a youth hostel concept from planning considerations for the Hass1`r buildings. %� u/1981 : Co;stinued meetings with San Francisco to obtain-Health Department concurrence in purchase; presentation to Public Utilities Commission for permission to cross Water Department land with access road; access road survey; preparation of ordinance for direct sale to District. Jan. 30, 1981 : District received Earthmetric's initial study for demolition of Hassler structures. ttarch 25, 1981 : MROSD staff reported to Board that staff had contracted with an engineering firm to prepare an Initial Study for the demolition of the Hassler buildings. May 5, 1981 : Appraisal for property updated to ;2,450,000 (less $203,000 for demolition costs). June 2, 1981 : Letter to Bob Emert, San Mateo County Parks and Recreation outlining options for retaining up to two buildings to house County parts rangers. July 31 , 1981 : Letter sent from San Francisco Real Estate Department to Board of Super- visors recommending direct sale of the Hassler property to the District for $2,500,000. Matter was subsequently referred to the City's Finance Committee. 'September 23, 1981 : Finance Committee of Board of Supervisors for the City and County of San Francisco met to discuss the sale of the Hassler property. Item was referred back to City staff for consideration of the City developing the property or selling property at public auction. Sept. 23, 1981: MROSD staff reported to. Board that District received extension on Land and Water Conservation Fund errant for Hassler property until July 1, 1982. J Page four Oct. 15, 1983: Report by Paul Koenig, Director, Environmental Manage-ment, San Mateo County on status of Hassler Health Howe property. Discussed potential residential develop-me on disturbed portion of Hassler site. Nov. 14, 1981: Staff of City and County of San Francisco sent report to Finance Committee on sale or possible development alternatives for Hassler property. . Dec. 10, 1981 : MR03D Board of Directors held a Special Meeting at San Carlos High School to solicit public input on.: possible alternatives available to the District to acquire tie property, including the use of eminent domain. Board voted unanimously to consider adoption of a Resolution of Public Necessity to acquire the Hassler Health Hc::e Property at their second meeting in January 1982. December 18, 19 ;1 : Letter from R. Bishop to San Francisco Mayor Dianne Feinstein voicing ccr_er rs a=e . va^dal ism and public safety hazards on Hassler property, and ur in_ Sa:I =r nc sco to accept" District's offer*to purchase property. Dece-.ber %?, 1 -2 : -;nance Cow;ttee of the City and County of San Francisco deferred ac:i cr: cr. L'-c;s i ti cn of the Hassler property, with the i tem's rescheduling at the eas::r-2 c= .e chair. Jan. lc, i 82: S=_=, =teo County Board of Supervisors formally approved $100,003 contribu- +.7. . _=s, - j,s� rl..t .n acquisition of Hassler property- Jan. 13, =S-82: ;is ance Loittee of the City and County of San Francisco unanimously ceci_ed c , __:T.=nend to the Board of Supervisors that Hassler property be scheduled fcr pint,? ; a�_ ;on at a minimum bid of 53.5 million. ,Jan. 18, 1982: First reading of ordinance to auction Hassler property for $3.5 million considered by San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Jan. 25, 1982: Se=nc reading of ordinance to auction Hassler property for $3.5 million to be considered by San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Jan. 2.7, 1982: :,ROSD Board of Directors to consider adoption of Resolution of Public Necessity to acquire Hassler Health Home Property. Chronology, planning, environ- mental , and use and management considerations were discussed. Feb. 26, 1882: Letter to Paul Koenig, Director of Environmental Management, San Mateo County from Herbert Grench answering Koenig's questions of 2/24 regarding eminent domain action and permissable uses of the buildings. April 1983: Herbert Grench, David Christy, Director of Parks and Recreation, San "iateo County and Alice Watt met on site and discussed use of two structures as ranger residences. April 5, 1983: Letter to David Christy, Director of Parks and Recreation, San Mateo County from Herbert Grench, General Manager, MROSD regarding M ROSD Joint Manage- ment Proposal for Hassler site. May 5, 1983--stay 11 , 1983: Notice of Preparation of Negative Declaration posted on Hassler site and at District office. Environmental Assessment made available. May 11 , 1983: Public Hearing. Board approved Hassler acquisition, approved Negative Declaration (including demolition of buildings) and tentatively adopted interim use and-management recommendations proposing demolition. Advised staff to review any proposals made for use of doctor's house and duplex if any proposals were submitted prior to demolition of buildings. " ' - Page five May 25, 1983: Public Hearing. Adoption of interim use and management plan continued to next meeting. San Mateo County Arts Council requested to return with proposal for use of buildings. Staff requested to evaluate proposal _ Dedicated Hassler property as open space. June 8, 1983: Board authorized establishment of Board committee to work with San Mateo County Arts Council to formulate final proposal on use of Hassler buildings, to be presented at July 27 meeting. Board directed staff to proceed with demolition plans. June 9, 1983: Nozice .of Determination sent to San Mateo County Clerk. June 10, 1983: Close of escrow. District hired Pinkerton Guard Service- to protect buildings. -June 15, 1983: First r seti ng of Board's Liaison Committee and Arts Council to formulate prcrosal. June 21 , 12S3: meeting of District's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee and-Arts Ccu-cii staff on Hassler site to discuss demolition bid specifications in c07,;un_`6icn w t$ Art Center proposal . June 22, 1-3: Ar Council presented "Alternate Dr Fran to partial definolition, enumerating buildings tz) e saved. Hassler Liaison Coi=mitte` report sur;n.arized major issues raised by rr-a Ccuncil 's proposal.. €:ecc,a ended Arts Council lease area from District-And ou -1 ined responsibilities Arts Council would assume— June 22, 1933: 5card Euthorized staff 'Co contract. for Hassler Demolition and Specifications and asked for 55,000 from, Arts Council to PAY for alternate bid specifications for partial demolition by 3u'y 8. Staff's demolition timetable distributed and San Francisco Water Department's December 31 , 1933 deadline discussed. June 29, 1983: Notice of Determination returned to District with request to send original . notice. ' July 5, 1933: Original Notice of Determination sent to San Mateo Count, Clerk. _ July 6, 1983: Board directed staff to obtain two sets of demolition specifications contin- gent upon receipt by- June 8, 1983 of $2,000 instead of $5,000 from the San Mateo j County Arts Council. July 8, 1983: Notice of Determination endorsed by San Mateo County Clerk. July 27, 1983: Board voted to adopt interim use and management plan for Hassler site and directed staff to pursue demolition. Voted to return Arts Council 's $2,000 contri- bution for the alternative demolition study. July 27, 1983: Les McCargo, Interim Director, Department of Parks and Recreation, State of California wrote letter to District stating Arts Council proposal absolutely incompatible with existing contract for Hassler grant and with Land and Water Conservation Fund policies. The Arts Council proposal , if a cceD ted, mould change the character of the project to such a degree the entire project would have to be totally reconsidered. He outlined two choices: (1) accept Arts Council proposal and relinquish grant, (2) reject proposal and continue with project as approved. Aug. 10, 1983: Board voted to approve use of Hassler building site for training exercises by local fire departments. Discussed requirements to be met prior to such use. Authorized staff to contract for revised Phase III of Hassler fire protection plan. Barbara Wiesner read letter from Christopher Nelson expressing his opinion that architectural and historical significance of Hassler buildings should be further investigated. i Page six - Aug. 24, 1983: Appointment-of H. Turner, K. Duffy, and D. Wendin as members of Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee. Discussion of charge of Committee. Board approved *hiring J.X.C. Electric to complete fire protection 'system at Hassler for $13,000. Staff directed to seek extension of time from San Francisco during which large trucks may be used in demolition operation. - Information. presented regarding site security and architectural/historical background. Bid package.materials for restoration projects made available -to Board and public. II Aug. 30 me1a9 t3,3: L_:-_e^ from Herbert w rench to- Paul Koenig, Director, Environmental ntal Manage- San e . San Nlat_o County with District's demolition permit application and attachments i^c.uding e,nvi—. I mental documentation. Sept. 14, 1 53: accepted bid of Sorgdrager. Trucking for demolition of specified _ss'_. is -cram tents. Also accepted bid of Plant Insulation Company for removal znL disacc_: of asbestos on site. Sept. 21 , 1333: 3"Ca-d's San Mateo County/Flasslar Liaison Con-.:ittee met in Sacramento frc-, San: Mateo County and the State. Discussion of Land and n_tar Cone ya_icz rund grant and architectural and historical significance of Sept. 2S, _:.cepted $5,000 bid from I.T. Corporation for removal of PCB materials �rcr? Hassle- site. F,eport on Sacramento Meeting of Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Lia i son Cow i t4ee, can ',a L?o County represe:�t.tives, and State. Sept. 29, 1933: Boa.-d`s San 'lateo County/Hassler Liaison Cornimittee met with Supervisors Ward and Cra ario to discuss Arts Council proposal . Ucc. 25, 1933: Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee meeting. Nov. 22, 1983: Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee meeting. Nov. 22, 1883: Public meeting on status of Hassler restoration plans. Presentations by Arts Council , public officials, staff, group representatives and public regarding j San Mateo County Arts Council proposal . Historical , architectural and environmental issues discussed. Board voted to reconsider their demolition decision at December 7 meeting. Dec. 1 , 1983: Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee meeting. Dec. 5, 1983: Letter to MROSD from Deputy City and County of San Francisco Attorney Andrew Schwartz stating the Arts Council 's proposed use of Hassler site would constitute a clear violation of settlement agreement and a lease of property to artists would also violate agreement. Dec. 6, 1983: . San Mateo County Board of Supervisors met to discuss to what extent County would be willing to assume cost and responsibility for project. Dec. 7, 1983: Board's San Mateo /Hassler Liaison Committee met to discuss County proposal . Dec. 7, 1983: Board's San Mateo County/Hassler Liaison Committee summarized December 6 meeting with Supervisors, rejected the proposal , and reconfirmed recommendation to proceed with demolition. Page seven Dec. 1, 1181: "The Coalition to lave Hassler" and Ruth Waters obtained a Temporary Restraining Order to halt demolition after approximately 25% of the main building complex had been demolished. Dec. 21 , 1983: Court set February 2, 1984 as date to hear question of whether to issue a Preliminary Injunction and set for trial . Court order indicated that "Petitioners/ Plaintiffs were not likely to prevail on the merits of the case." Feb. 9, 1984: Court ruled against "Coalition" and for District on each Cause of Action. Feb. 14, 1984: Coalition filed Notice of Appeal . Feb. 5, 1985: Court of Appeal upheld lower court on two causes and sent CEQA issue back for trial . Feb. 20, 1985: District filed petition for rehearing with Court of Appeal . February 21, 1985 1 WRITTEN COMMUNICATI. Meeting 85-04 Feb 27 , 1985 i I �a --& vo a s C µ't 1z -rr*-- M q C.D o a A,L�5 SvVV%AN K7L-Y or- 'rHC- -::G*V� Q pttzy l6 —P�:B uC- '�o E S ray L, a r I2 t 1 C71J E L'tN�'t y►'�E rJ t 6 F 1J d T E 1 o t�t41•t.E £ Q a w 5 i t r}t•( ST�1 C�t tJ l i t'ram 7V R FF s kc R.J C I� f� ►-oC- tito (YksGt-i T ✓Eg-y tJEL.` I.-., vac o OVE1�- v-,Sd�- CK 1 0E vWF-r- -zs�v evC-- >J S GAIJ -io w�lTE t�8 tt E a -) u-N t-t-t[-ki -:L-- iZE(.tR Ar5 A S E►J b t JLE� EtJ V ►i4-c� 1,4 M E NT G S t eus is tk 6d,� AVr. 5 A t-Tc-S L o Z-Z WRITTEN COMMUNICATIOT" Meeting 85-04 Feb. 27 , 1985 SANTA CLARA VALLEY INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROJECT Project Update #10 February 4, 1985 Intergovernmental Coordinating Committee The ICC held its eleventh meeting on January 11, 1985. Dr. Anderson of EPA's Office of Research and Development reported that the danger to humans from exposure to most chemicals is uncertain, and that the TEMP projections must account for this uncertainty. Dr. Anderson said that a "zero risk" policy is not feasible in the real world, but that EPA works to reduce or eliminate the most serious risks. Mr. Reinhardt reported on IEMP's negotiations with NIOSH, and on the committee's suggestion that the IEMP examine workplace exposures. Mr. Reinhardt will provide more specifics on an indoor air study and its funding needs at the next meeting. However, the committee agreed that it would be difficult to integrate such a study with IEMP. Mr. Reinhardt gave an update on the air exposure analysis. EPA and the AQMD are now conducting quality control on the monitoring results, which EPA will releas in the Stage I report. Mr. Reinhardt warned that the air monitoring conducted for the IEMP was not comprehensive enough to characterize ambient levels of pollutants, but the monitoring data does provide a basis for possible future analysis and monitoring. Dr. Lorang reported on the drinking water exposure analysis. A "scenario" approach to surface and ground water contamination will be used, and will be completed for Stage I. The next meeting of the ICC is on February 8, 1985, at the Santa Clara Office Building, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose. The meeting is open to the public. Public Advisory Committee The PAC held its ninth meeting on January 18, 1985. Dr. Morell distributed the schedule for the remainder of Stage One. The Committee discussed the inclusion of an indoor air study with TEMP, and agreed that it would be difficult for EPA incorporate an indoor air study with the TEMP. Mr. Reinhardt gave status reports on outdoor air and on toxicology. Dr. Mackay reported on the Drinking Water Exposure Analysis, and said that the representative scenario approach is not applicable to individual plumes or wells. Dr. Schmidt discussed the parameters in the groundwater assessment. Dr. Lorang said that EPA will circulate final draft report for internal EPA review, and then present it to the ICC and PAC. The next PAC meeting is February 15, at 9:30 a.m. , in Room 107 Kenna Hall at the University of Santa Clara. The meeting is open to the public. -2- Air Exposure Analysis The AQMD and EPA are reviewing model runs based on AQMD emissions data and the Gaussian dispersion model for 15 pollutants. EPA will discuss the results at the February ICC and PAC meetings. EPA is now quality controlling the results from IEMP's October monitoring. Drinking Water Exposure Analysis The ICC and PAC discussed the assumptions for the drinking water exposure analysis at the January meetings. EPA is using monitoring data to evaluate current exposures, and is using various scenarios to evaluate future exposure from ground water. Toxicology EPA's Office of Research and Development is reviewing some health scores for the TEMP. The TEMP toxicology methodology paper is now available. Meetings with Outside Groups - League of Women Voters - California Water Pollution Control Association - National Center for Intermedia Transport Research - UCLA Upcoming Meetings January 8, 1985: Intergovernmental Coordinating Committee, 9:30-12:30, loth Floor Conference Room, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose. January 14, 1985: South Bay Ground Water Contamination Task Force, 9:00-11:00, loth Floor Conference Room, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose. January 15, 1985: Public Advisory Committee, 9:30-12:30, Room 107 Kenna Hall, University of Santa Clara, Santa Clara. Available Documents The following documents are available from the IEMP: - January anuar ICC minutes u s - January PAC minutes - IEMP Health Scoring Methodology - Risk Assessment and Risk Management: Framework for Decision Making To obtain these or any IEMP documents, contact: Don Schwartz c/o Regional Administrator EPA 215 Fremont Street San Francisco, CA 94709 (415) 974-7347 WRITTEN CO8M00ICATZOY Meeting 85-04 ! Feb. 27, 1985 � February 11 , 1985 Board of Directors Midpeninsu|a Regional Open Space District | 375 Distel Circle , D-1 Los Altos, C4 94022 Gentlemen: / Yesterday I took our children on the docent-led walk on the Sao Andreas Fault Trail at Los Trancos Open Space Preserve. It was an outstanding experience | for all of us. The docent , Chris, did an excellent job of explaining the ' theory of plate tectonics, and its relationship to the features we were able to see. This is a most valuable and worthwhile service of the MROSQ to the public, and l am delighted to know that my tax dollars are being used in this way. Keep up the good work! ! We are residents of San Carlos, and our home overlooks the Hassler property. | We are members of the assessment district , and have been making payments to | the city of San Carlos to help MROSD in the purchase of that land. We are very | disappointed that it may still be years, or possibly never , until our children will have a similar experience in learning about the local ecosystems. We sincerely hope you will soon be successful in demolishing these dangerous eyesores, and returning that area to a natural state so all the people living in this northern peninsula area can enjoy it. Be assured that we are totally supportive of your efforts to do this, and we urge you not to give in to the pressures of the special interest group of artists. Please feel free to contact us if you wish any further verification of support | from us. We would be happy to participate in any public or open forum if needed" | Sincerely, c� and Bob Dehner | " | 165 Leslie Drive San Carlos, CA 94070 � 593-4176 � � WRITTEN COMMUNICATIC Distributed at 2/20/c.,_ Board of Directors Meeting Dear Open Space Board, Aly ell here we go again. The first point that I would like to make is that insufficient notice has again been given to people in the community to take action on an issue before the board. I only received notice of Wed. nites meeting on Saturday night . Last spring at our list meeting we were told that a notice would be posted at the ranch 7 to 10 days before future meetings so that we could plan to attend. No notice was posted this time at all . No' copy of the study done on the stable report for Rancho San Antonio was even sent to Mrs . Fike, the operator of the present stable . When she called on Monday morning to find out about the study they offered to mail it , which would have meant that it would arrive maybe by the day of the meeting. She chose instead to drive down and get a copy. The report is totally unacceptable because of the obvious bias and lack of knowledge about horses and the situation at hand. It becomes very obvious that the staff wants nothing to do with horses . It refers over and over to the conflict of interest on the trails that the horses would cause . Los Altos Hills is horse country. The horsemen had a great influence on the Open Space Districts very beginning . They wanted to preserve open space for the horse people and all other users of the community. The needs of the community are for continued horse facilities . It cannot be considered acceptable to say that there can not be a facility on puplic property in this community. People need a place in their neighborhood to take lessons , get help with problems they are having with their horses , a place to learn more about the animals . ' Schools take field trips to this place , brownie troops use it , etc . The Igmtextim potential is even greater than has been suggested. If people do not have a facility of this type , people with horses will locate in other places and Los Altos Hills will start to lose its rural appeal . I know that you will consider all the input from the community and realize that we are serious about having a stable and related horse facilities near the town of Los Altos Hills . Please delay your decision until we can reach an acceptable agreement between the community and the district. / SitceBesser ly J -Anderson egBess Nancy, e e i I I I 1-85-32 (Meeting 85-05, February 27 , 1985) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM February 21 , 1985 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 the Use and Management Plan for the Penin- sula Open Space Trust, Lohr, Jenkins, and Guenther Property Additions to Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve Introduction: At your May 23 , 1984 meeting you approved the acquisition of several additions to the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve (see attached report R-84-24 , dated May 14 , 1984) . They are listed with the escrow closing date as follows : a. Jenkins parcel - 54 acre fee title, 9 acres open space easement and trail riparian corridor easement - closed escrow June 1 , 1984 . b. P .O.S .T. parcel - 97 acres fee title - closed escrow June 15 , 1984 . C . Lohr parcel - 29 acres open space easement - closed escrow January 31 , 1985 . d. Guenther parcel - 39 acres open space and trail/riparian corridor easement - closed escrow January 31 , 1985 . In accordance with the Land Acquisition Notification Procedures (see memo- randum M-83-106 , dated August 31 , 1983) , final adoption of the interim plan was deferred until close of escrow to allow for public comment. Since the parcels and easements are closely related and were approved for acquisition in one report, final adoption of the interim use and management plan for the properties and easements is also coming to you in one report even though escrow on the properties closed at different times . Staff has received no public comment on the acquisitions . One use and management recommendation should be added to the interim plan. E. Use and Management Recommendations 3 . A road maintenance agreement affecting the Lohr, Guenther, and Jenkins parcels is included in the purchase agreement. District contribution for annual maintenance is estimated at $200 . Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the use and management plan for the additions to Skyline Ridge as contained in report R-84-24 and dedicate the District's interests in the properties as open space. R-84-24 �'�►�� _�"` (Meeting 84-13 May 232984) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT REPORT MAY 14 , 1984 TO: Board of Directors FROG=: H. Grench, General Manager PESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager; D. Woods, Open Space Pla. --er SUBJECT: Proposed Addition to Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve of Lands of Jenkins, Peninsula Open Space Trust, Guenther, and Lahr Introduction: The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space Distr.-ct has been offered the opportunity to acquire concurrently two contiguous proper- ties in fee totalling 151 acres, three open space easements totalling 77 acres, and two trail-raparian corridor easements. The properties and easements are all located directly south of the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. This acquisition would require four separate purchase contracts for the purchase of (1) the 54 acre Jenkins parcel in fee, plus a 13 acre open space easement and trail-raparian corridor easement, (2) the 97 acre Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) parcel, (3) the 39 acre Guenther parcel open space easement, including a trail easement, and (4) the 29 acre Lohr parcel open space easement (see attached map) . The open space easements would ensure the protection of the natural qualities of the watershed, but would not include public access or use_ The trail easements would provide public equestrian and hiking access along the creek corridors (see attached map) . A. Description of the Site 1. Size, Location and Boundaries The 54 acre Jenkins parcel , plus the 13 acre open space easement, is contiguous to the recently acquired Quinn property addition to the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve_ These parcels are bounded by the Preserve to the north, the remaining lands of Jenkins to the west, various private properties and the POST parcel to the east, and the Guenther parcel to the south. The 97 acre POST parcel is bounded by private property to the north, east and south, but is contiguous to the Preserve at its north- east corner. The Guenther parcel is bounded by private property to the southeast, south and west, while the 29 acre Lahr parcel is completely surrounded by private property_ The total area encompassing all of these parcels will be referred to as the project area unless otherwise noted. R-S4-24 Page Two _ 2. Tomography, Geology and Natural Features The project area being considered generally is comprised of steep southwesterly and northeasterly facing slopes ascending Paters Creek. The northwest corner includes a portion of La-abert Creek which has its origin on the existing Preserve_ Elevations range from 1200 feet to 2200 feet. The soil type most common to the area is the Felton-Maymen association, and much of the area is considered extremely susceptible to land- sliding according to San Mateo County's Landslide Susceptibility Study. The Devil 's Canyon Fault, which is not considered to be active, extends through the properties. s. The project area has three distinct plant communities - lush riparian vegetation aloe P g she creek sides, szd g es chaparral rral on the southerly facing slopes , and evergreen forest on the northerly facing slopes. Dominant trees include oak, madrone, bay, and Douglas fir. The abundance of year-round water in the creeks snakes this area attractive to a wide variety of wildlife- B. Current Use and Development I=np=ovements within the project area include roadways, trails, a reservoir, and a gate. The primary road access is from Diablo Road which originates on the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and descends through the project area to Peters Creek, then crosses the creek and climbs parallel to Lambert Creek to connect to the southern portion of Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. At Peters Creek, a trail extends from the road southeasterly to a small reservoir located within the .ienkins parcel now being considered for acquisi ,3 tion. Another road joins Diablo Road near the 1400 foot contour a:=id ends in a slide area a short distance to the southeast. The gate is located on the southern boundary of the Guenther property. C. Planning Considerations Acquisition of the property for open space is in conformance with San Mateo County's General Plan. It lies within San Mateo County's Resource Management District, and although just outside District boundaries, it is contiguous to them and within the District 's Sphere of Influence. The property may be incorporated into the :raster plan study for Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. The master plan for Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve will examine potential trails linking Skyline Ridge with other preserves as well as nearby State parks . The Lambert Creek and Peters Creek corridor could in the long term provide connections to both Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and Portola State Park. D. Potential Use and Management The Skyline Ridge Open Space. Preserve is designated the highest priority for recreational development under the District's Relative Site Emphasis Plan. The e planning fo r this . t i site, which ich is curt entl underway, will include a comprehensive trails plan. This plan may provide for hiking and equestrian access down Lambert Creek to itS4 junction with Peters Creek, then southeasterly along the proposed rail easement to the POST parcel or southwesterly along the creek to the westerly end of the easement. Future extensions of this trail could connect to Portola State Park and Long Ridge Open Space Preserve • R-64-24 Page Three E. Use and Management Recommendations 1. The public portion of the site will be open to hirers and eques- trians who can gain access through private property or from adjacent District lands. 2. Preserve boundary signs will be placed at appropriate boundary points. F. Namin The property would be an addition to Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve and be known by the same name. G. Dedication All District property rights should be dedicated as p:.blic open space_ H. Terris As mentioned earlier in this report, this acquisition is a combina- tion of the following four separate purchase transactions: 1. The Jenkins purchase requires the total payment o= $87,500 ($17 ,500 down in cash at close of escrow, with the balance of $70,000 to be payable over 4 years at 731 percent interest) _ The basis of value is $60,000 for a 40-acre unsubdivided residential site, plus an average of $1,000 per acre for the additional 14 acres of fee title, 9 acre open space easement area and 4 acre raparian-trail corridor easement (a total of an additional 27 acres) . The agreement also includes a Right of First Refusal in favor of the District should Mr. Jenkins ever wish to sell his remaining land. 2. The Peninsula Open Space Trust parcel consists of- approximately 97 acres and is physically landlocked. On the basis of the steep terrain and difficulty of access, the purchase price is $80,000 or $825 per acre, payable in cash at the close of escrow_ This transaction also includes a $4,500 payment to Conservation Partners, a real estate brokerage firm which is a taxable sub- sidiary of Peninsula Open Space Trust, for services rendered in connection with this entire acquisition transaction. 3. The Guenther transaction is the purchase of approximately 40 acres of open space easement at the rate of $750 per acre. This purchase is also contingent on the boundary line adjust- ment mentioned in the Lohr terms section below. The entire parcel is to be subject to an open space easement, as the developable area is currently a part of the Lohr property. The entire transaction is being completed with the assistance of the Peninsula Open Space Trust, which is currently the owner of the former Guenther property. 4. The Lohr transaction is the purchase of approximately 30 acres of open space easement at the rate of $1 ,000 per acre_ This purchase is contingent upon the successful processing of a boundary line adjustment through San Mateo County to add a R-34-24 Page Pour .s small portion of the Lohr property (and the appurtenant home) to the adjoining Guenther property. This is being cane to correct a situation where more than one home was built on a parcel that had insufficient density. A summation of the proposed purchases includes a total of rights in approximately 233 acres of land for a price of $232,000 (including the consulting fee to Conservation Partners} for an average of $1000 per acre for land interests being acquired_ III Reconnendation: I recommend that you adopt the following resolutions: 1. 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 or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve - Jenkins Property) 2. 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 or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve - Peninsula Open Space Trust Property) 3 . 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 or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve-- Guenther ' Property) 4. 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 or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve - Lohr Property) I further recommend you tentatively adopt the use and management recom- mendations contained in this report, name the properties as additions to the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, and indicate your intention to dedicate the District ' s interest in the properties as open space. -------- '1 ; !.a- -. -- ` • � ',of Sorel Hill ,r �_ _ '• g f \� \`'• --� ��r _=_ t ter.-���_.,. _ �r �-^_-�/� l �� rI oseJ Area i11 it of IQ A J. 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Jenkins Parcel - Open Space Easement (9 Acres) OPE.I SPACE PRESERVE _�� , "�" :�� c. Lohr Parcel - Open Space Easement (29 Acres) 4` ' �'' o i ; ; '� "d. Guenther Parcel - Open��<< p Space Easement (34 Acres Scale 1" = 2000' North % ��°'% �� e. P.O.S.T. Parcel - Fee Title Purchase (97 Acres) y , f. Trail/Riparian Corridor, 100' Wide (4 Acres) M-85-33 (Meeting 85-04 1�6 or Feb. 27 , 1985) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM February 22 , 1985 TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager SUBJECT: The Experimental Dog Program Discussion: This item was continued from your February 13 Regular Meeting. Please refer to report R-85-13 of February 6 . i i i i I M-85-30 (Meeting 85-04 , February 27 , 1985) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM February 20 , 1985 TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager SUBJECT: Setting of Public Hearing for Annexation of Certain Parcels in Santa Cruz County Introduction: On July 25, 1984 you considered my report M-84-64 dated July 11 , 1994 (attached) regarding the Minor Extension of District's Sphere of Influence and Annexation of Certain Parcels. You approved submittal of an application to the Santa Clara County Local Aqency Formation Commission (LAFCO) . Starting at the time the District proposed its Sphere of Influ- ence in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties , Santa Cruz County LAFCO staff has also been kept advised of the proposal and, later, the submittal of an application. After submittal , the Santa Cruz County LAFCO (on a 3-2 vote) requested jurisdiction from Santa Clara County LAFCO, the District ' s major-county LAFCO which has jurisdiction over District matters unless it chooses to relinquish the power in any given situation. Santa Clara County LAFCO attempted to confer on the matter with Santa Cruz County LAFCO without, at least initially, relinquishing jurisdiction. That mechanism did not work out between the two groups, and on November 14 , 1984 Santa Clara County LAFCO agreed to pass jurisdiction to Santa Cruz County LAFCO. Although the District initially asked Santa Clara County LAFCO to retain jurisdiction, in the long-term interests of a cooperative relationship with Santa Cruz County I did not press the issue further. Discussion: On February 6 , 1985 the Santa Cruz County LAFCO approved the extension of the Sphere of Influence (see the attached letter dated February 8 , 1985) . The Commission also approved the annexation of the lands requested by the District subject to the condition that the iso- lated parcel at the north end of the area (the 35 acre Bar-Y Ranch) also be annexed. The District did not apply for annexation of that parcel because the land is privately held, and the owners did not consent to annexation. It should be noted that the private property would remain in Santa Cruz County, of course , and taxes on it would not increase as a re- sult of the annexation. This is because total regular ad valorem taxes of all taxing agencies combined are limited to 1% of assessed value regard- less of the number of agencies, and the special debt service tax the Dis- trict is empowered to levy over the next three years (in the range of $0. 50 to $1 . 90 on this property) would not be worth the administrative effort to process . Parenthetically, under the policy of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors , the District would receive no part of the to tax levy on this property if annexed. However, it is against LAFCO policy for annexations to leave unannexed "islands" , unless there are compelling reasons to do so. The landowner protested the inclusion of the Bar-Y pro- perty at the LAFCO hearing. The testimony was not compelling to LAFCO. M-85-30 Page 2 At this point you will have only the option to approve the annexation with the LAFCO boundary including Bar-Y or to disapprove it. You cannot, for example, delete the Bar-Y property and approve the annexation as originally submitted. Procedure: The next step for you in the annexation procedure is to set a Public Hearing on the proposed annexation (the adoption of the Sphere of Influence has been completed) . At that time you would hear any public testimony and consider possible protest before determining whether or not to annex the territory. Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Initiating Proceedings to Annex Territory Designated as "Sempervirens Annexation No. 687-A" to This District. Notice of the hearing will be posted and published, and it will be sent to the owners of the Bar-Y Ranch and other owners in the area being con- sidered for annexation. y M-84-64 (Meeting 84-17 a�t�►'� ' July 25, 1984) ww�wwww MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM July 25, 1984 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Fl. Grench, General Manager Sli3iZECT: Minor Extension of District's Sphere of Influence and Annexation of Certain Parcels •Introduction: In February, 1983 the Santa Clara County Local Agency Forration Commission (LAFCO) initiated establishment of spheres heres of influence for each special district wit hin the County and solicited input from each District. On March 9, 1983 you considered my report on this subject (see attached report R-83-9 dated March 3, 1983) and adopted the recommendations therein for a sphere of . influence to be requested in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Santa Clara County LAFCO adopted the District's .requested sphere on April 13, 1983 (see Map A) . At the time of your meeting and when the matter was before Santa Clara County LAFCO, the possbility of eventually including a portion of Santa Cruz- County .��s dfs;::ssed. However, because this would require additional tire, and S=_nta Clara County LAFCO was under a tight schedule at that time for adopting spheres, consideration of including a portion of Santa Cruz County in the sphere was deferred. Discussion: The rationale in my March 1983 report for the District's sphere of influence along the Skyline Corridor as proposed and adopted was as follows: Skyline Corridor - A vital feature of the District's program has been to provide scenic protection, trail systems, and other recreational uses along the Skyline Corridor. The District's boundary in places follows Skyline too closely to accommodate natural features and logical land acquisitions. The proposed sphere of influence would extend outside District boundaries in two places so that a band a minimum of about two miles wide would allow both the natural spine (Skyline Boulevard ridge) and the adjacent ribs (ridges running out from. Skyline) to be included. This would then enclose ridges, minor watersheds, and special natural features which are logical elements to include in the regional greenbelt along the Skyline Corridor. neither of these extensions beyond District boundaries is in- tended to imply a very proactive open space acquisition or annex- ation program beyond present boundaries. However, it has been our experience that gifts, bargain sales, and market sales of very useful open space lands have been offered to the District both within, just outside, and straddling District boundaries. Once acquired, these lands should be annexed to remove any doubt as to enforcement of District ordinances and, simply, to have District owned land within the District. Page .ty:. The District, d of course, already owns fee and lesser interests in lan in Santa Cruz County. in 1978 the District acquired the first and rna of the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. Of the 385 acres jo,2 as a package by the owners, 38 acres happened to be in Santa Cruz County. The Santa Cruz County Portion was particularly important in this case because it provided access to the San Mateo County Offered a significant link in a Skyline trail, and was quite visible Portion, f 07.1 the Skyline Boulevard State Scenic Highway and from the rest of the Preserve. The Purchase of the Santa Cruz County portion enhanced DIU-blic use and enjoyment of the Preserve and protected the public's In 1982 in the same area, the District improved its holdings and adjacent use control further in a transaction which combined a small trade and Purchase to obtain, in fee and 'by easement, an theoijom the Jikoji group within the Santa Cruz County portion original purchase. As part of that transaction, the District obtained a reversionary interest in the final Jikoji holdinqs, over their property, -- public trail rights an open space easement over a portion-, and a cO-T-Zaitment- to public "hostel" use of their facility, In 1984 the District made a bargain purchase of an open space easement and Of public use rights over a 182 acre parcel of land that was being acquired by Semperviren% s Fund just South of the District's Santa Cruz County holdings. Again, rights in thisparcel hel line Scenic Corridor, extend the Skylinep Protect the Sky- Trail, protect view from Long Ridge Open Space Preserve and provide an exceptionallys Scenic public use area. This land is".11anaged as part of the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve . The cri,4 —cal point in 'deciding, trict boundari to acquire these Parcels outside Dis- es and in another county was that their acquisition would greatly benefit the DistrR-t-% constituents and taxpay adjacent lands within the boundaries. ers as had the These three transactions'- have occurred In an unusual point or peninsula of Santa Cruz County that is contiguous to San Mateo County on the west, Santa Clara County across Skyline Boulevard on the northeast and Highway 9 (and Castle Rock State Park) on the South. From the standpoint of topography, scenic protection, recreational tors, l use, and on of visi this Santa Cruz County area is an integral part of the Skyline Corr to the north in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties where the Districtidor has a very strong program. To the southeast of Saratoga Gap along Skyline Boulevard, however, the situation is different. The State, with Castle Rock State Park, and Santa Clara County, with Sanborn Skyline County Park, provide , and open space amenities. The District has not been involved i pnark thattrail area, nor does there seem to be a need for involvement. Most of the remaining land southwest of Saratoga Cap along the Skyline Corridor has been developed, or at least subdivided, for residential use. Proposed Snh--- Of Influence; In keeping with the District's approach to a sphere of !nf_1_u�encewesj of Skyline Boulevard in San Mateo Count- a band of land at least two miles wide Would be indicated for potenti,. scenic protection and recreational corridor purposes. The possibility of connections to Castle Rock State Park are also a very important factor. Thus, the area shaded on the attached map 13 would be a logical and consistent extension of. the District's sphere of influence- The following table indicates the ownership pattern. M-84-64 Page three Ownership Pattern Owner Acreage MROSD 75.2 Sempervirens Fund 298. Jikoji 13 .5 Boy Scout Memorial 173 . Foundation Private Parties (3) 180. As can be seen, of the 739 .7 acres in the area, 559.7 acres ;, or 76%, are owned by public or private non-profit entities. Annexations: I am pro`osing annexation of certain parcels to be con- current ;with the request for an extension of the District's sphere of influence. In keeping with the District's approach in the past of only proposing annexation of parcels owned by the District or with the owner's consent, the proposal is to annex lands of MROSD, Jikoji, and Sempervirens Fund (the 182 acre portion managed as part of Long Ridge Open Space Preserve) . The District has not approached other owners on the annexation question. Since Proposition 13 was passes yn 1978, private property owners pay an annual ad-valorem rope_ P- _ y ==== 1'^-=-ed to 1% of the fair market value of their property as assesses. This levy is divided among local governmental agencies according to a formula adopted as State law. If such property is annexed to or detached from any local agency, the basic 1% levy is unchanged; only the sharing among agencies may be changed. Through fiscal year 1987-1988 the District will continue to levy a special tax to retire debt incurred prior to the passage of Proposition 13 . Aside from District owned land, which would become exempt from property taxes once annexed, the other land proposed for annexation is exempt from property taxes and would not be subject to an assessment for the special tax. Each of the three remaining non-- exempt properties is assessed at from about $26,000 to $73,000. If they were annexed now (and this is not proposed) each would be subject in principle, to a special levy starting in 1985-86 for three years of from about 504� to $1 .50 per year. Since pre-Proposition 13 debt service is decreasing and the assessed valuation of property District- wide is increasing faster than the 2% increase these particular proper- ties are limited to while under the same ownership, their payments would be even lower the final two years. Therefore, the total tax impact on each of the three owners would be less than $4' over three years . It would not be cost effective to coordinate with Santa Cruz County to collect such a minor amount. Nor would there be significant income from . g m a share of basic It levy on these properties, if annexed. Under State law when a local agency annexes territory, the agency is limited to a share of the tax incre- ment, i.e. , the increase in taxes over the base year when annexation is completed. Since these three properties while under the same ownerships increase in assessed value at just 2% per year, the total ta x x increment e t for all three 's wee �. and about 2$ 8 per. Y p year. If the same 1-1-84-6- Page f az:. sharing lo=.ula used iA. Santa Clara County would be applicable in Santa Cruz Col_-ntv, the District 's share of the $28 would be about 75�. Therefore, there is no tax income incentive for the District to annex Private o_­o-.;erty within the proposed new sphere of influence area. Ra'_­-er, as is the casein San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties, the intent is to annex parcels which the District owns in fee or lesser interest for thefollowing primary reasons: (1) to avoid challenges to enforcement of District ordinances on the basis that the lands are not within the District, and (2) to bring District owned lands within the political boundaries of the District. Fees : There are Potential fees for both a sphere of influence change and for an annexation. In 1983, after discussion, it was requested that we not try to include a portion of Santa Cruz County in the sphere of influence at that time' since LAFCO was under a very tight time schedul then and the complexities of a new county would be involved. I agreed but indicated that .the- District might be back later with a- request . for an extension of the sphere. There was no fee at that time. Annexation of District owned land is exempt from fees. Since the Dis- trict o-,,v-ns substantial public interests in the Sempervirens Fund and Jikoji properties also, it would seem appropriate to reauest waiver of the entire annexation fee. Recommendation: I recommend that you authorize the-G6neral Manager to request the extension of the sphere of influence described herein and that you adopt the at-,L-a e` a reso_'­'-__ ion of the Board of Directors of the 1*,1_id=eninsula Re' ional O-en Space District Requesting Initiatic of 9 Z, Annexation Procedures by the Santa Clara County Local Agency Forma- tion CO-7-mission - Midpeninsula Annexation, 1984 . I further recommend that you request a waiver of Santa Clara County LAFCO fees for the extension of the District's sphere of influence and for the annexation for the reasons discussed herein. FEB 1 s 12;z: Santa Cruz Local Agency W Formation Ccmmission ALI J[(1 7r, Ocean St.,Fworn 318-D Sa--a CrLz-Ca ':rnia 95>:60 �5-26 A,L�-z Cc+�e 4CS February 8, 1985 BOAS,D OF —TFECTORS MidzDe:i-inS!.:-1a Regional open Space District Suite :>--- 375 D-istel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022 SUBjECT: OF SPHERE OF INFLUENCE NO. 687 SE-MPERVIRZENS ANNEXATION NO. 687-A Me-nh>ers c-f the Board: On February 6, 1985, the Santa Cruz Local Agency Formation CO=-Issicn a..ended the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District's sphere Of in-fluence. A copy of the resolution (No. 687) and map are enclosed for your records. %+cached are two certified copies of Resolution No. 687-A of the Santa k'.*-'--uz Local Agency Formation Commission approving proceedings for annexation OJE territory designated as "Sempervirens ." district. Preliminary proceedings were initiated by resolution of the The approval of this proposal is subject to the following terms and ccnditicns: a) the applicant shall provide a legal map, description. and 'Icees to Meet the State Board of Equalization requirements. The territory proposed to be annexed is uninhabited for purposes Of ar-:7�eXx---4 On. -Proceedings for this annexation must be initiated by the District within 7C ays after the date of the approval by the Commission and com- pleted-- ----- before February 6, 1986 unless an extension of time is grant-=--d -he CO-Mission. • $OARD OF DIRECTOR: MROSD No. 687 & No. 687-.-1 February 8, 1985 Page 2 If the Board adopts a resolution of annexation, -he following documents must be returned to the Local Agency Formation Commission for completion of the annexation proceedings: 1. Five certified copies of the resolution of annexation. 2. Five copies of the legal description marked Exhibit "A" and five copies of the map marked Exhibit "B". 3. A warrant made out to the State Board of Equalization in the amount of $480.00. Very truly yours, PATRICK M. McCORMICK Executive Officer PMM:ntm Attachments cc: Santa Clara LAFCO San Mateo LAFCO S A C R UZ LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COM.MISSION RESOLUTION NO. 687 On the motion of Corru-iss4one- Levy duly seconded by Co-m-rdiss oner Leichter the following resolution is adopted: 2VIENDING THE SPHERE OF INFLUENCE FOR THE !-!7-D?-=NINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TAhe 7r-_z 1ccal Agency Formation Commission does hereby RESOLVE, AN--Z) OF-DEER as follows: 1. =--'ic-=-:1on of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, has reviewed the proposed amendment to the Sphere cf for the Mid peninsula Regional Open Space District to Section 54774 of the Government Code. 2. T-'--e :sec--tive Officer has given notice of public hearing by this u--)on this Sphere of Influence amendment in the form and maY..__ presz=ibed by law. 3. The -�--earing was held by this Commission on February 6, 1985, a:--' at the hearing this Commission heard all interested persons. 4. T---.e C:T--zzissicn has considered the Negative Declaration dated January 15, 1:1135 w.-Lth the comments received during the public review =r--)c=-Szs, and az;oroves the Negative Declaration. The Commission finds =--dcst-4-= this sphere of influence amendment will not have a si--_�icant effect on the environment. 5. T----e C-==issisn adopts the Sphere of Influence Findings listed in 6. 71--e C=-7-issi-on hereby adopts the Sphere of Influence Amendment for Regional Open Space District to include territory s-.,z)u-m om -t-h-- map designated Exhibit "B" attached hereto. PASS--'-) ;0—k-lj A:,'CP=-D by the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County of Sa=ta C:r:z this 6th day of February 1985 by the following vote: AYES: Cr,°QXZSS70NEERS LEVY, TELL, LEICHTER NO---S CC_"C-=SIONERS BELTRAM A3 S Z =,.C-F-ISSIONERS PATTON -�2 DENNIS F. 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'y+-.� -sac=- —' +�• , �_�T- J � _- '.ray' •_ - _ '' - �a� �� - � �- - 'l-si� 4�F i� ft :^HC.,-�+~i S` r� `- i , }•• �s`�i 1 s . �'S^�i�-j�....,a,,.�.�4•,.5��••t,,, I a s �:•,. )�", ��: - � ` � 7 -..aT'•+. �t�.,. '�'�'+H r-•fs..'.. ""i ,�T. 4a1 — PROPOSED KIDP=YIhfSUu REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT=- SP`£iL Of IIFLUEVCE EXTENSIO4 lk EXISTING DISTRICT - OOIrGART .- .. l._` > .. ,c 'h A�iE 4 ? � � .,.�'.•�.� ram-+ � , �..��. ASITIONAL EXISTING AREA + '�-fG ti: �►`1{ y a'�� OF L04CE �_ :.7 r •� r�..� SPHERE OF INFL = 'i ,%.i�, � � .���-�• r •.����� AtD 17 i a:AL PROPOSED AREA �,•c,� CF ® DIS RI7 PRESERVE OF INFLUENCE10 C' ;fit+: n I _� :' i�►`' =� 5.�}}�--��`' $'.S ►%XR COUNTY AND STATE 1`< `• f` 7 ePARKS N •%T r _te � � t rC- 4•'�.,cr it 7/IS!!i SCAI��Es ® •l..I • ..,, c ��., ECt"': •f �:L'�J 1Xa�� ^.! 0 2 3 { S Noct,i �+*�•�' �`�. � _��o"cC �- ' s``�+w�••'l ���,ar�,.��_ !,r♦r^���(rZl-��- `i��,�� �_ .. ... . ....��. •.. r ••.,. .1 fG...�,�+F 1�•i c /:^i�rr.'�Ji.«v I�•Yr�'il!';i-.��°'' i w• t SANTA CRUZ LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 687-A On the motion of Commissioner Levy duly seconded by Co=issioner Leichter the following resolution is adopted: MAKING DETERMINATIONS AND AUTHORIZING PROCEEDINGS TO ANNEX TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS VIRENS NO SEMPER 687-A TO THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT The Santa Cruz Local Agency Formation Commission DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER as follows 1. An application for the proposed annexation of certain territory to the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has been filed with the Executive Officer of this Commission by resolution of the district pursuant to the District Reorganization Act of 1965 (Government Code Section 56000 et seq. ) ; and said annexation is assigned the short term deisgnation of "Sempervirens No. 687-A. " 2. The Executive Officer of this Commission has given notice of public hearing by this Commission in the form and manner provided by law; and has reviewed the proposal and has prepared a report, including his recommendations thereon, and has presented the report before this Commission for consideration. 3. The public hearing by this Commission was held on February 6, 1985, being the time and date and at the place specified in said notice of public hearing, and at such hearing this Commission heard and received all oral and written protests, objections, and evidence which were made, presented, or filed. 4. Said territory includes approximately 300 acres and is found to be uninhabited for the purposes of annexation law. 5. The boundaries set forth in the description of territory proposed to be annexed are approved as shown on Exhibit "A". 6. The approval of this annexation is subject to the following terms and conditions: a) the applicant shall provide a legal map, descrip- tion, and fees to meet State Board of Equalization requirements. 7. The Commission certifies that it has considered the Negative Declara- tion prepared by the Executive Officer on January 15, 1985 and the comments received during the public review process. The Commission approves the Negative Declaration and finds that the project could not have a significant effect on the environment. 8. Pursuant to the Board of Supervisors resolution, there will be no exchange of property tax revenues. 'RESOLUTION NO. 68-1 Page 2 of 2 9. The Commission hereby approves this proposal and authorizes the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District to conduct annexation proceedings in compliance with this resolution and state law. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County Of Santa Cruz this 6th day of February 1985 by the following vote: AYES: COMMISSIONERS LEVY, TELL, LEICHTER NOES: COMMISSIONERS BELTRAM ABSENT: COI�LMISSIONERS PATTON DENNIS F. BELTRAM, CHAIRPERSON Santa Cruz Local Agency Formation Commission Attest: Patrick M. McCormick Executive officer ---------- STATE OF :.WA -WZ III Lvra! • my 4!X,' By- Cr=L=. Agany IM � dB-Jl •' w � * EXIIIBIT A t 1 � Santa Cruz LAPCO Resolution No. 687-A Sempervirens Annexation to the Young ' Midpeninsula Regional Open 1 Space District Vie\ District Boundaries m m m 1 � Annexation Area Boundaries so• S P ® 6 l 88-02 - u \ p\ 1 •,: 1 `I. CUN/ OP(N SPd C! lASwl a• Q!O tlD � RESOLUTION NO. 85-19 RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO ANNEX TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS "SEMPERVIRENS ANNEXATION NO. 687-A" TO THIS DISTRICT 1 . WHEREAS, Preliminary proceedings for this annexation were initiated by Resolution No. 84-33 of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula . Regional Open Space District pursuant to the District Reorganization Act of 1965 (Government Code 56000 et seq. ) ; and, 2 . WHEREAS, the shortform designation for this annexation is "Sempervirens No. 687-A" , and the territory proposed to be annexed to the Midpenin- sula Regional Open Space District is generally located in Santa Cruz County along State Highway 35 starting approximately one mile north- westerly of the intersection of State Highways 9 and 35 and is precisely described on Exhibit A which is attached and available for inspection at the office of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District which is located at 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1, Los Altos, California; and 3 . WHEREAS, The territory proposed for annexation is legally classed as uninhabited territory as defined in the District Reorganization Act, and 4 . WHEREAS, the purpose of the proposed annexation is to avoid challenges to enforcement of District ordinances on the basis that open space lands are not within the District and t.c brinq District-owned lands within political boundaries of the District, while at the same time being con- sistent with the decision of the Santa Cruz County Local Agency Formation Commission not to leave a small unannexed "island" ; and, 5 . WHEREAS, Resolution No. 687-A of the Santa Cruz County Local Agency Formation Commission, authorizing this Board to conduct annexation pro- ceedings imposed the following terms and conditions: the applicant shall provide a map, description, and fees to meet the State Board of Equali- zation requirements. A) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Directors of the Midpenin- sula Regional Open Space District will hold a public hearing on April 10, 1985 at the hour of 7 : 30 p.m. at 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1, Los Altos, California, to consider the proposed annexation; and, B) The clerk is directed to comply with the notice requirements asspeci- fied in the District Reorganization Act; and C) At the designated hearing, all interested parties may appear and be heard on the proposed annexation. Persons desiring to make a written protest against this annexation shall do so by written communication filed with the District Clerk at 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1 , Los Altos, California 94022 no later than the time set for the hearing. A written protest by a voter shall contain the residential address of such voter. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District on 19 at a regular meeting thereof, by the following votes : AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: ATTEST: APPROVED: Secretary, Board of Directors President, Board of Directors I , the District Clerk of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a resolution duly adopted by the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District by the above vote at a meeting thereof duly held and called on the above date. District Clerk o �,•� ry����t���i ♦i�iiiiiiiiii�ii�i��M 0 ao-AA ,poi 1 ,;, • A z •i♦ r..,.rV u()i _jI?xE-wutIV .+� .., wn �::, �.�1'}�tI1��,{} 1:)T..f�ST(I M� ' ''•�•�,.e1 C1 ��• fiunu J� p � q- 0L 71 cs l ucs t js)x;mIIV V—LII9 '()N urn1 .1Hlf)S- I ().),•IV'l zn.i;l paut's- • q V ,I,01111Y:1 �4 A R-85-17 (Meeting 85-04 February 27 , 1985) oe MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT REPORT February 22 , 1985 TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager; W. Tannenbaum, Real Property Representa- tive; D. Hansen, Land Manager; M. Gundert, Associate Open Space Planner SUBJECT: Determination of Public Necessity for Proposed Dooley Property Addition to Coal Creek Open Space Preserve Introduction: The 5 . 34 acre Dooley property is located on Page Mill Road and is essentially surrounded by District land holdings (see attached map) . This property is a critical link between the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve and the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve, creating the potential for trail connections leading both southeast and northeast to the Skyline Open Space Preserve, the Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve, and along the proposed Skyline Trail route. A. Description of the Site 1 . Size, Location and Boundaries The 5 . 34 acre property is primarily located in unincorporated Santa Clara County with the exception of the northwestern 0 . 64 acre area located in unincorporated San Mateo County. This undeveloped prop- erty is bounded by Page Mill Road and the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve to the east and the dirt road leading into the former Stallings property to the north. Underlying fee to the road was acquired by the District as part of the Stallings property acqui- sition. The Coal Creek Open Space Preserve is located to the south and west. 2 . Topography, Geology, and Natural Landscape gY The property rises above Page Mill Road to form a knoll , the promi- nent landform on the property. The majority of the site is vege- tated with a mixed evergreen community. Some non-native species , mostly eucalyptus and cypress trees , are located along the northern boundary and Page Mill Road. Last summer a fire burned a portion of the eucalyptus adjacent to Page Mill Road. The California Division of Forestry (CDF) constructed a bulldozer fire break, and the fire was contained to approximately one half acre. A small grassy mea- dow is located in the southern area of the property. Geologically, the major upland portions of the property appear to be underlain with sandstone bedrock. Small outcroppings of the sandstone are evident in the meadow area. During the winter of 1981-82 severe landsliding occurred in the area north of the property. All buildings on the adjacent former Stallings property were declared a total loss as a result of the landsliding. Large earth cracks , escarpments, ground-ripples , and R-85-17 Page 2 evidence of sliding exist from the sandstone areas of the subject property to the District' s Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, a dis- tance of approximately three miles . Field investigations performed by Woodward Clyde, Consultants, a soil engineering firm, confirms the extent of the landsliding and cites several major slides in the area, one of which damaged the former Stallings structures. In addition, several maps prepared by the U.S. Geological Suvery (landslide deposits in San Mateo County, 1970 and 1972) , indicate the presence of large landslide deposits to the north of the subject property. Although the maps do not specifically indicate landslide deposits on the subject property, the maps were compiled using photo interpretation, and it is explained the areas not mapped as landslide deposit are not necessarily stable or inactive. The property is within one-half mile of the major San Andreas fault line and is immediately adjacent to the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone with its stringent re- strictions on building. B. Planning Considerations The property is located within unincorporated Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and the Town of Portola Valley Sphere of Influence. It is zoned Hillside in Santa Clara County, and, in accordance with the zoning, would be developed with one single family residence. The cur- rent owner has received a grading permit for single family development. The Town of Portola Valley has an adopted trails and pathways plan which indicates a mid-level trail that could extend through the prop- erty and connect the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve with the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve and the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve. C. Current Use and Development Access to the property is via a 20 foot roadway which borders the prop- erty to the north. The District holds underlying fee to the road, but the current owner has an access easement. The road is gated at Page Mill Road. A driveway branches from the dirt road and a newly graded road wraps around a knoll to an area cleared of vegetation near the top of the knoll on the property. Some grading and tree cutting, mainly of pine, oak, and madrone, have occurred on the property. D. Potential Use and Development The property, due to its location and natural characteristics , is a vital and necessary link in completion of the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve. As use of the open space lands continue to increase, the need for a hiking/bicycle trail to Skyline Boulevard becomes ever more evident. Pressure from various trail groups continues to be exerted on San Mateo County to open Alpine Road to hikers and bicycle traffic. In any event, a hiking/bicycle trail paralleling Page Mill Road would open the southern portion of the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve to consid- erable use and connect the Monte Bello Open Space Preserve and Alpine Road with the Russian Ridge or Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserves . This property also represents the key to the only safe and direct link from Monte Bello Preserve to Russian Ridge Preserve and a potential cut-off for cyclists utilizing Page Mill Road to reach Skyline Boulevard. An alternate trail would utilize the proposed access driveway alignment following a swale across the subject property toward Skyline Boulevard. R-85-17 Page 3 Any attempt to bypass the parcel with a trail would be very difficult and costly and especially lengthy for those users traveling uphill and heading south from the future Alpine Trail . In addition, the natural ambience for trail and preserve users circumventing a developed in- holding would be highly undesirable both visually and in the conflicts which inevitably occur with fencing, dogs , gardens , buildings, and property owners desiring their privacy. E. Interim Use and Management Recommendations 1 . The site will be managed as a natural area and remain open to hikers and equestrians . 2 . The gate at Page Mill Road will be replaced with the District ' s standard pipe gate. Cost is estimated at $900 . 3 . Wildland and regulatory signs will be installed at visitor entry points and as needed. Cost is estimated at $50 . 4 . The disturbed areas should be seeded and a plan will be formulated to remove or restrict the exotic plant species on site. F. Name The property should become an addition to the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve and be known by that name. G. Dedication The property should be dedicated as public open space. H. Terms On April 10, 1974 , Michael J. and Rosemary Dooley acquired the subject property at a purchase price of $30 ,500. In December, 1982, under a court guided dissolution, Michael J. Dooley quitclaimed all of his right, title and interest in and to the subject property to Rosemary Dooley. Public records indicate that the value of the property as set by the Superior Court of San Mateo County at the time of transfer was $75 ,000 . The District initially expressed its interest in the property at that time. On July 26 , 1984 , the County of Santa Clara, in response to an applica- tion by Ms. Dooley, granted a single building site grading permit (File No. 2014-04-66-83B-84G) . It is our understanding that Ms. Dooley intends to build her personal residence on the site and, in anticipation of this , foliage has been removed and a driveway rough-graded on the property. Unfortunately, the District was not informed either of the application review or the pending permit approval . Consequently, the District had no opportunity to register its concerns until late in the permit review process. Among these concerns is the soil instability of the area. (As previously mentioned, structures on the parcel adja- cent to the Dooley [former lands of Stallings] were entirely destroyed in 1982 following extensive slide damage. ) During the most recent contacts with Ms . Dooley beginning in mid 1984 , a planning study was conducted by Open Space Management staff. The results of that research indicated that not only would development of the Dooley parcel be detrimental to the contiguous preserves but also that the property would be a critical acquisition for the District, since it provides natural trail connections and a loop trail system among the four immediately surrounding open space preserves (Coal Creek, Skyline Ridge, Monte Bello, and Russian Ridge) . Also, the R-85-17 Page 4 building pad area would provide an ideal picnicking and public use area. After initial contacts with Ms. Dooley indicated a reluctance to dis- cuss the sale of her property, the District obtained an outside apprai- sal and accordingly made a written offer to purchase at the appraised value of $165 ,000 . Repeated contacts over the past several months have proved unproductive, and negotiations are at an impasse. During the last communication with Ms . Dooley she indicated that she would not consider a sale of her property for less than $300 ,000. The offer of the appraised value which the District has made is and continues to be unacceptable to Ms . Dooley. At this point, because of the sensitive nature of the property, the proximity to surrounding preserves and the abundant public recreational potential of the site based on viewshed, trails potential and public recreational use, the only alternative is to acquire the property through the eminent domain process. This pro- cedure allows Ms . Dooley to have a jury of her peers determine the Fair Market Value of the property and, therefore, the amount of compensation the public, through the District, would have to pay to acquire this pri- ority parcel . It is hoped a negotiated settlement could be reached before that point. Because of the damage that has already occurred to the property as a result of grading and foliage removal , the proposed Resolution of Necessity contains a provision for the District to deposit the appraised amount into a court trust fund (available to the owner) and take imme- diate possession of the property. Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, Finding and Determining That the Public Interest and Necessity Require the Acquisi- tion of Certain Properties for Public Use, to Wit, for Public Park, Recrea- tion and Open Space Purposes , Describing the Properties Necessary Therefore and Authorizing and Directing Its Retained Legal Counsel to do Everything Necessary to Acquire All Interests Therein (Coal Creek Open Space Preserve Dooley Property) . I also recommend that you tentatively adopt the interim use and management plan contained in this report, and indicate your intention to dedicate this property. I further recommend that you name the property as an addition to the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve. COAL CREEK OPEN SPACE PRESERVE 1 Lr)s',T uit n; £> RUSS I AN RIDGE OPEN SPACE PRESERVE t ' SCALE 1" = 20001 NORTH / \ / ., , � � ,-.'; i` �;� � .-� '� •`.��\JIB) \ / ` ._ , �, �� .. 11 IN \�k�� i 5• i+U eh�storFt /._.�` �� �'�-, `\ � .\�,, i" "\ I �\ ___ i �". s FOPNiLF? H1YrBL PROP-P,TY f i `f ` i l / r ._ lnc:viRC - I c,.�� `�._ / 1't, O ♦ lr 1 r � ..J i{ - Coal Creek Open Space Preserve ,l �• f.. Ri ` Alpine Read Los Trancos Open Space Preserve CalTranS < •11 Vista Point, i 7 j id", BP`, / \ ► Pro�poSed Acquisition Sprel Hill t t �M indef o,A ' .1, 411 Monte Bello,. � \ `•� _ I IJ _�` _ �: _ �-��1 ��R�L� ,�- C_ S` r` _�__-• C;-p, ncSpace%P�rr� e- serv- e-: Russian Ridge Open -. � .Space Preserve�_�^ /� •�� • � .1 ,� . -- � _`=.-`_ iM 2,ego Ranch 1 > \ �.i / { � A - � � ( '' ('��r(r •fir � q (/ � �� �_ � r _ -'Cr_eelc >- �d Skyline Ridge , nSpace P ,` �-� ; , � � �L-i •v � �. r � reserve , a / -�-�i (// ��� ' •`, ` � �. J1t ,� i\ ' � ''i!''\ i G'J.;, Ri -_ I ), -_ JS �' c��`�11 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT, FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISI- TION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FOR PUBLIC USE, TO WIT, FOR PUBLIC PARK, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE PURPOSES , DESCRIBING THE PROPERTIES NECESSARY THEREFORE AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING ITS RETAINED LEGAL COUNSEL TO DO EVERYTHING NECESSARY TO ACQUIRE ALL INTERESTS THEREIN (COAL CREEK OPEN SPACE PRESERVE - DOOLEY PROPERTY) WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is authorized to acquire property for public purposes , pursuant to Division 5 , Chapter 3, Section 5542 , of the Public Resources Code, State of California, and WHEREAS , the property, rights , and interests described in Exhibit A attached to this resolution and incorporated herein by reference (the "property") are necessary for public park, recreation and open space purposes , said purposes constituting a public purpose, and WHEREAS , the Offer of Just Compensation required by Section 7267 . 2 of the Government Code has been made to the owner and/or owners of record by personal delivery on October 22 , 1984 , NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby find and determine that the public interest and necessity require the acquisition of the property for public park, recreation, and open space purposes; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that acquisition of the fee (unless a lesser estate is described in Exhibit A) is necessary therefore; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby find and deter- mine that said property is located so as to be most compatible with the greatest public good and cause the least private injury; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the General Manager be and is hereby authorized and directed to cause to be negotiated and/or prepared all appropriate applications to governmental agencies for grants of funds or property, legal documents and related instruments for acquisition of title to the property by gift and/or purchase, all upon terms and conditions discussed by or presented to this Board at its meeting this date or customary to this District in like transactions; provided, however, that each such application, document and instrument shall be subject to approval as to form and content by this Board prior to its execution or delivery on behalf of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the law offices of John H. Tallett be and the same is hereby retained, instructed and directed to do everything necessary to acquire all interests in the property described in Exhibit A, and they are further authorized to prepare and prosecute such condemnation proceedings in the proper court having jurisdiction thereof as are necessary for such acquisition, including the obtaining of an order for immediate possession to prevent the development and/or destruction of such property, pur- suant to the Code of Civil Procedure Sec. 1255 . 410 et seq. LEGAL DESCRIPTION - SANTA CLARA COUNTY Real property situated in the County of Santa Clara , State of California, described as follows: PARCEL ONE: That portion of that certain tract of land designated as Parcel 2 on that parcel map filed on April 1 , 1975 in Book 353 of Maps, Page 35 , Records of Santa Clara County, California, lying within the limits of Santa Clara County. PARCEL TWO: An Easement for ingress and egress 20 feet in width , the Southeasterly and Southerly line of which are described as follows: Beginning at the most Northeasterly corner of Parcel 2 as shown upon that certain Parcel Map recorded April 1 , 1975 in Book 353 of Maps , Page 35 , said corner being in the centerline of Page Mill Road; thence from said point of beginning along the Northwesterly and Northerly line of said Parcel 2 the following courses and distances: South 48* 571 11" West 135. 80 feet and North 781 451 43" West 100 feet more or less to the dividing line between Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and the terminus of said easement. PARCEL THREE: An easement for ingress and egress for the sole purpose of maintain- ing grantees adjacent land, over a strip of land 20 feet in width the Southerly line of which is described as follows: Commencing at the most Northeasterly corner of Parcel 2 as shown upon that certain Parcel Map recorded April 1 , 1975 in Book 353 of Maps Page 35 , said corner being in the centerline of Page Mill Road; thence from said point of beginning along the Northwesterly and Northerly line of said Parcel 2 the following courses and distances : South 48' 471 11" West 135. 80 feet and North 781 451 43" West 100 feet more or less to the dividing line between Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and the true point of beginning of said easement. Thence from said true point of beginning continuing along said Northerly line North 78' 451 43" West 10 feet more or less to an angle point in said Northerly line of Parcel No. 2; thence North 851 55 ' 47" West 115 . 101 ; thence South 521 37 ' 15" West 128 .99 feet thence South 371 121 39" West 70. 28 feet; thence South 541 361 56" West 60 .74 feet to the terminus of said easement. APN: 351-30-002 EXHIBIT, A ?age --L—of 3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION - SAN MATEO COUNTY The land herein referred to is situated in the State of California, County of San Mateo, and is described as follows: PARCEL ONE: That portion of that certain tract of land designated as "Parcel 2" on that certain Parcel Map filed on January 22 , 1975 in Book 27 of Parcel Maps at Page 11 , Records of San Mateo County, California, lying within the limits of San Mateo County. PARCEL TWO: An easement for ingress and egress for the sole purpose of main- taining grantees adjacent land, over a strip of land 20 feet in width the Southerly line which is described as follows: Commencing at the most Northeasterly corner of Parcel 2 as shown upon that certain Parcel Map recorded April 1, 1975 in Book 353 of Maps at Page 35 , said corner being in the centerline of Page Mill Road; thence from said point of beginning along the North- westerly and Northerly line of said Parcel 2 the following courses and distances: South 481 571 11" West 135. 80 feet and North 781 451 43" West 100 feet, more or less , to the dividing line between Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and the true point of beginning of said easement; thence from said true point of beginning continuing along said Northerly line North 781 45 ' 43" West 10 feet, more or less, to an angle point in said Northerly line of Parcel No. 2 ; thence North 85* 55 ' 47" West 115. 10 feet; thence South 520 37 ' 15" West 128. 99 feet; thence South 371 121 39" West 70 . 28 feet; thence South 540 361 56" West 60. 74 feet to the terminus of said easement. PARCEL THREE: An Easement for ingress and egress for the sole purpose of maintain- ing grantees adjacent land, over a strip of land 20 feet in width the Southerly line which is described as follows: Beginning at the most Westerly corner of Parcel 2 as said Parcel is shown upon that certain Parcel Map recorded April 1, 1975 in Book 353 of Maps , at Page 35 , Records of Santa Clara County, California , thence along the general Northerly line of said Parcel 2 on a curve to the left Northeasterly with a radius of 48 . 03 feet, through a central angle of 540 441 43" for a distance of 45 . 89 feet, thence continuing along said Northerly line North 540 361 56" East a distance of 20. 00 feet to the terminus of said Easement. The Southwesterly terminus of said 20 foot wide easement is to be the extension of a line drawn North 111 051 50" West from the most Westerly corner of Parcel 2 to a point of intersection thereof with a general Northerly line of Parcel No. 1 as Parcel No. 1 is recorded in Book 353 of Maps, at Page 35 above referred to; and the Northeasterly terminus of said f 3 Legal Description San Mateo County Page Two 20 foot wide easement is to be the Southwesterly line of an easement described as Parcel No. 3 in that certain Deed from Jane A. Stallings , also known as Jane Ainel Stallings to Michael J. Dooley, et ux , dated April 10, 1975 and recorded April 14 , 1975 in the office of the Recorder of Santa Clara County, said Parcel Map also recorded in San Mateo County on January 22 , 1975 in Book 27 of Parcel Maps at Page 11, Records of San Mateo County, California. APN: 080-221-150 EXHIBIT A of 3 M-85-34 (Meeting 85-04 Feb. 27, 1985) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT MEMORANDUM February 22, 1985 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; M. Gundert, Associate Open Space Planner SUBJECT: District Lease of Portion of San Mateo County Baylands Reserve from State Lands Commission Introduction: The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has been offered the opportunity to lease approximately 99 acres of bay surface, tidelands, marshlands, and an adjacent levee immediately south of the Dumbarton Bridge for 49 years from the State Lands Commission. A. Description of Site: The two parcels to be leased are located within unincorporated San Mateo County. The westernmost parcel is approximately 3 acres in size, and the eastern parcel is approximately 96 acres. The property is adjacent to the Dumbarton bridge parking area constructed by CalTrans and a portion of the San Mateo County Baylands Reserve (see attached map) . A levee forms the western boundary of the property, exten- ding southerly from the parking area approximately one-half mile. Easterly from the levee, a marsh area vegetated with pickleweed yields to the tidal mudflats and submerged bayland which forms the eastern boundary of the property. To the north of the property is the District ' s San Mateo County Baylands Reserve and additional submerged lands of the State Land Commission. ' Salt ponds owned by Leslie Salt are located west of the levee, and the Hetch-Hetchy aquaduct forms the southern boundary to the property. B. Current Use and Development: The existing levee running north-south on the property was covered with bay mud spoils by CalTrans from its recent Dumbarton Bridge project approximately one year ago. Previous to this time the levee was driveable, and trespassing regularly occurred. Now the levee is impassable to vehicles. i While the spoils are drying and consolidating, occasional hikers, bird- watchers, and sometimes hunters walk the levee from the Dumbarton frontage road. Several paved parking spaces are now available on the approaches to the Dumbarton Bridge, and the levee offers a tempting opportunity to get out into baylands. No structures are present on site other than a fill pipe and a pump on the inboard side of the levee serving the Leslie salt pond to the west. C. Potential Use and Management: The site offers a marvelous opportunity to experience the baylands by walking the levee. With saltmarsh and tide- lands to the east and brackish salt ponds to the west, a variety and abun- dance of birdlife can be viewed close at hand. The levee eventually could serve as the starting or ending point to loop trails on other District, County, and city Baylands to the south and become an adjunct trail to the major bayfront trail . The levee should be surfaced with a compacted base- rock once the mudspoils have hardened in approximately two years to allow easier passage to foot traffic. I M-85-34 Page two Magnificent views of the adjacent bridges , baylands , and south bay hills are evident from the site. District rangers would have to initiate occasional patrols to ensure that the lease requirements are fulfilled, but with the potential assistance of the federal Fish and Wildlife Service, State Department of Fish and Game; and perhaps CalTrans , District patrols could be kept to a minimum. Due to the still fragmented and undeveloped nature of the site at the current time , District rangers patrol the San Mateo County Baylands Reserve on the average of two hours per month. With the addition of the lease area, coverage time should increase to four hours per month, or the average of one hourly site visit every two weeks. With the fencing and signing installed and assistance from other agencies, it would appear more than adequate for this site. Eventually in conjunction with management of further additional baylands in the area, ranger trips should increase to a weekly basis. Costs for managing the site should not outweigh the public benefits for use of the site once the amenities have been installed. D. Interim Use and Management Recommendations 1) The site will be open to the public and managed as a natural area under all lease requirements. 2) A District gate, stile, and fencing will be installed at the northern end of the levee to prevent illegal vehicle entry. The approximate cost is $1600 . 3) Regulatory signs should be installed at either end of the levee. All signing and fencing is required to be approved by the State Department of Fish and Game before installation. Costs would be approximately $75 . 4) The federal Fish and Wildlife Service , State Department of Fish and Game and California Department of Transportation will be consulted to ascertain what assistance they can provide in helping the District rangers in managing the site and in aiding in improving the levee surface. E. Name: The site should be named as an addition to the San Mateo County Baylands Reserve. F. Dedication: The District' s interest in this property (the 49 year lease) should be dedicated as public open space. G. Terms: With District assistance , this parcel was purchased by Peninsula Open Space Trust from World College West (who received a gift of the property from the previous owner) . The Trust sold it to the State Lands Commission under the Commission' s mitigation program to return lands to State sovereign title. As a part of the sale to State Lands , the State Lands Commission approved a plan to lease the entire property to the District at no cost for a period of 49 years. This provision was nego- tiated because: 1) the levee on the property is an integral part of the proposed Bayfront Trail , 2) the bay margin area of the property contains a vital tidal marsh and, 3) it would be assured that the State Lands Commission would not lease the area to third parties for uses , such as hunting and mineral extraction, incompatible with the proposed public recreation and open space uses of the District. Some of the provisions of the lease include: 1) There would be no cost to the District unless the District derives a profit from the property. M-85-34 Page three 2) Any planned District improvements would have to be reviewed by the State Department of Fish and Game. 3) Minerals could still be extracted by the State , but there would be no surface entry. 4) The District may terminate the lease at any time for any reason by giving 60 days written notice. Recommendation: I recommend that you adopt the accompanying Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of Lease, Authorizing Officer to Execute Lease on Behalf of District, and Authorizing General Manager to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary to Closing of the Transaction (San Mateo County Baylands Reserve - Lands of the State of California, State Lands Commission) . I further recommend that you tentatively adopt the use and management recom- mendations contained in this report, including naming the property an addition to the San Mateo County Baylands Reserve, and indicate your intention to dedicate the leasehold interest in the property as public open space. 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Ct1'Y /I na R:n wfxrd:ceh Y = 7 C� .'�- I i si Sand Point I Oal,; O /1•\' PALO ALTO •Hwh Srh� F.h MUNICIPAL BM 2 ," \'U G AIRPORT - 9� �� ',���'•� f• �r v�I \ P ti r N � �,t _ ` <p `\ 1 BM 4 1•�^ B,M �7, ` �� ��� — G� acht =�4',�r A C.LAA BM 2.- 'a �Jt 3 Sao ® g •: SAN MATEO COUNTY BAYLANDS RESERVE Sch r�� `.�' 0 Ct' Disposal '�% GaFt<. �� '`.off ';•��� ♦ OPP ,. f,reerf Wiz` A F /�• A�`. �I 1 a _ i SCALE 1" = 2000' NORTH f RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF LEASE, AUTHORIZING OFFICER TO EXECUTE LEASE ON BEHALF OF DISTRICT, AND AUTHORIZING GENERAL MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION (SAN MATEO COUNTY BAYLANDS RESERVE - LANDS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, STATE LANDS COMMISSION) 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 approve and accept that certain Lease No. PRC 6738 between the State of California as Lessor and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District as Lessee, a copy of which is attached hereto and by reference made a part hereof, and authorizes the President or appropriate officers to execute the agreement on behalf of the District. Section Two. 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. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF State of California State Lands Commission Official Business - Document entitled to free recordation pursuant to Government Code Section 27383. WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: State Lands Commission 1807 13th Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Attention: Michael R. Valentine W 22884 STA TE OF CALIFORNIA Lease No. PRC 6738 SECTION 1 BASIC PROVISIONS Th is is lease consists of this Summary and the following attached and incorporated parts: Section 1 Basic Provisions Section 2 Special Provisions amending or supple- menting Section 1 or 4. Section 3 Description of Lease Premises Section 4 General Provisions The State of California, acting by and through the STATE LANDS COMMISSION (1807 13th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814) , hereinafter referred to as Lessor, does hereby lease, demise and let to: MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT, a public agency, hereinafter referred to as Lessee: WHOSE MAILING ADDRESS IS: 375 Distel Circle, Suite D-1, Los Altos, CA 94022 Those certain lands described in Section 3 subject to the reservations, terms, covenants and conditions of this lease. LEASE TYPE: Public Agency LAND TYPE: State sovereign tidelands and submerged lands. I LOCATION: In the City of Menlo Park, San Mateo County, just south of the Dumbarton Bridge. LAND USE OR PURPOSE: Public access and recreation; open space; wildlife habitat, and as an ecological unit to be preserved for environmental study. TERM 49 years; beginning at the date of recordation of this lease document. CONSIDERATION: The general Statewide public benefit from Lessee's management of the leased premises for the purposes of this lease. (Subject to modification by Lessor as specified in Paragraph 3 of Section 2) . AUTHORIZED IMPROVEMENTS: Water and vegetation control or other facilities necessary for the purposes of this lease, including a public access trail and recreational facilities as needed. EXISTING: None TO BE 'CONSTRUCTED: CONSTRUCTION MUST BEGIN BY: During lease term. AND COMPLETED BY: During lease term. LIABILITY INSURANCE: See Section 2 number 2 below. SURETY BOND OR OTHER SECURITY: None SECTION 2 SPECIAL PROVISIONS BEFORE THE EXECUTION OF THIS LEASE, ITS PROVISIONS ARE AMENDED, REVISED OR SUPPLEMENTED AS FOLLOWS: 1. Previous Lease: This lease rescinds any prior lease, or authority therefor, from Lessor to Lessee of the leased premises or any part thereof. -2- 2. insurance: Lessee shall obtain at its own expense and keep in full force and effect during the full term of this lease, for the protection of Lessee and Lessor, a policy of comprehensive public liability insurance issued by an insurance company acceptable to Lessor. The policy shall cover the leased premises and the surrounding area with limits not less than $1,000 ,000 .00 . The policy shall specifically name Lessor as an insured party as to the land under lease, and shall identify the lease by number. A certificate of insurance must be provided by the Lessee to the Lessor. Lessee shall have the right to self-insure, in whole or in part, in lieu of providing the foregoing insurance, upon written notice to Lessor. 3. Consideration: Rental: No rental payments to Lessor by Lessee are required by this lease. Any revenue received by Lessee in connection with its use and operation of the leased premises may be balanced against the cost of maintenance, development and operation of the leased premises. If Lessee' s operaton of the leased premises results in a profit for any one year, after deducting its costs of maintenance, development and operation of the leased premises, Lessor reserves the right, after consultation with Lessee concerning the source of the profit in future years, to set a reasonable rental for the premises for the next year. Lessee shall notify Lessor within ten (10) days in the event that the public is charged any direct or indirect fee for use and enjoyment of the leased premises. SECTION 3 DESCRIPTION OF LEASE PREMISES 1. Lease Parcel: The primary property subject to this lease is described as follows: All of that real property in the City of Menlo Park, County of San Mateo, State of California, and being a portion of Section 18, T5S , R2W, MDM, more particularly described as follows: -3- PARCEL I: BEGINNING at the center of Section 18 , T5S, R2►4, MDM; thence West 1185.36 feet to the West boundary of Tide Land Survey No. 61; thence along said boundary S 140 15' E 985.38 feet; thence S 4° 45' E 1184 .70 feet to the Westerly corner of that certain 2.391 acre parcel described as Parcel One in Grant Deed from Howard W. Brod, et ux, to Leslie Salt Co. , dated October 10, 1961 and recorded October 11, 1961 in Book 4071 of Official Records at page 530 (File No. 3810-U) , Records of San Mateo County, California; thence along the Northwesterly line of that certain 15.67 acre tract conveyed by Deed form Wilart Realty Co. , a corporation, to the City and County of San Francisco, a municipal corporation, dated June 10, 1948 and recorded July 1, 1948 in Book 1464 of Official Records at page 441, Records of San Mateo County, California;. thence along said Northwesterly line, N 550 30' E 2925 feet, more or less, to the Easterly boundary of Tide Land Survey No. 87, thence along said last named boundary, N 190 17' W 607.28 feet, more or less, to the quarter section line of Section 18; thence along said quarter section line, West 1650 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. PARCEL II : BGINNING AT A "Circular Concrete Monument" described as the p point of beginning in the description of Parcel One in the Right of Way Agreement between the Spring Valley Water Company and the Dumbarton Bridge Company, as recorded on July 29 , 1925 in the office of the County Recorder of San Mateo County, State of California, in Volume 178 of Official Records at page 482; thence S 14* 15' E 467.94 feet to an angle point on the boundary line of the said parcel of land conveyed in part by Clyde A. Dodge, et al, to Howard W. Brod and Helen Brad, his wife, described in Deed dated December 4 , 1959 and recorded in Book 3728 of Official Records at page 309 , Records of San Mateo County, California; said angle point bearing 1185.36 feet West of the center of Section 18, T5S , R2W, MD2•i as described in said Deed; thence along said boundary line, S 14* 15' E 985.38 feet; thence S 40 45' E 229 .56 feet; thence S 85* 15' W 50.00 feet; thence N 4° 45' W 221.19 feet; thence N 140 15' W 1272.72 feet; thence N 480 32' 30" W 207.65 feet to a point on the centerline of the Dumbarton Bridge Company Right of Way mentioned hereinabove; thence along said centerline N 410 27' 30" E 204 .64 feet, more or less, to the most Northerly point of the Parcel One of Property as described in Resolution No. 9187 Series of 1939 , of the City and County of San Francisco and conveyed to Leslie Salt Co. , by Deed dated November 29, 1949 and recorded in Book 1825 of Official Records a .t page 4 Records 91 R s of San S Mateo - P 9 . County, California, -4- thence leaving said Northerly point and along the Easterly boundary of the last said parcel conveyed to Leslie Salt Co. S 130 30 ' E 106.26 feet to the point of beginning. PARCEL III : All oil, gas and mineral rights and substances lying beneath the surface of that certain 2.391 acre parcel described as Parcel One in the Deed from Howard W. Brod, et ux, to Leslie Salt Co. , dated October 10, 1961 and recorded October 11, 1961 in Book 4071 of Official Records at page 530 (File No. 3810- U) , Records of San Mateo County, California. TOGETHER WITH the right of ingress and egress for the purpose of exploring for, and removing therefrom, all such oil, gas or mineral substances, and an easement along the Westerly 10 feet* of said Parcel One for utility purposes. REVISED AUGUST 9 , 1983 BY BOUNDARY AND TITLE UNIT, LEROY WEED, SUPERVISOR. SECTION 4 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1. Boundaries: This lease is not intended to establish the Lessor' s boundaries and is made without prejudice to either party regarding any boundary claims which may be asserted presently or in the future. 2. Land Use: A. General: Lessee shall use the Lease Premises only for the purpose or purposes stated in Section 1 or 2 and only for the operation and maintenance of the improvements authorized in Sections 1 or 2. Lessee may commence use of the Lease Premises within ninety (90) days of the beginning date of this lease. Thereafter Lessee' s discontinuance of such use for a period of ninety (90) days shall be presumed to be an abandonment. B. Repairs and Maintenance: Lessee shall, at its own expense, keep and maintain the Lease Premises and all improvements in good order and repair and safe condition. -5- C. Additions, Alterations and Removal: 1) Additions - No improvements other than those expressly authorized in Section 1 or 2 of this lease shall be constructed by the Lessee on the Lease Premises without the prior written consent of Lessor. Lessee shall notify Lessor within ten (10) days after commencing the construction of authorized improvements and within sixty (60) days after completing them. Prior to placing authorized improvements, including a trail for public access to or along the Lease Premises, Lessee shall have the location and plans for such improvements reviewed and approved by the State Department of Fish and Game. To secure such review the Lessee shall send such plans and a parcel plat showing location of the improvements to the Department of Fish and Game, Region 3, P.O. Box 47, Yountville, CA 94599 along with a written request for review pursuant to the terms of this lease. If the Department of Fish and Game makes no written comment on the plans or location of improvements within sixty days of their receipt in the Yountville office of the Department, the plans and location will be deemed approved. 2) Alteration or Removal - Except as provided under this lease no alteration or removal of existing improvements on or natural features of the Lease Premises shall be undertaken without the prior - written consent of Lessor. D. Conservation: Lessee shall practice conservation of water and other natural resources and shall prevent pollution and harm to the environment in or on the Lease Premises. E. Enjoyment: Nothing in this lease shall preclude Lessee from excluding persons from the Lease Premises when their presence or activity constitute a material interference with Lessee' s use and enjoyment of the Lease Premises as provided under this lease. F. Discrimination: Lessee in its use of the Lease Premises shall not discriminate against any person or class of persons on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or physical handicap. G. Residential Use: Unless otherwise allowed under this lease, improvements on the Lease Premises shall not be used as a residence or for the purpose of mooring a floating residence. -6- 3. Reservations, Encumbrances and Right-of-Way: A. Reservations: 1) Lessor expressly reserves all natural resources in or on the Lease Premises, including but not limited to oil, coal, natural gas and other hydrocarbons, minerals, aggregates, and geothermal resources. This reservation of rights to natural resources on the premises does not permit Lessor to enter the Lease Premises or to grant leases for such entry to third parties for the purpose of extraction of these natural resources. Such extraction, if conducted, shall at all times be performed in a manner entirely consistent with Lessee' s use and enjoyment and shall not in any way, whether by subsidence or otherwise, - disturb the surface of the leased premises. 2) Lessor expressly reserves a right to go on the Lease Premises and all improvements for any purpose associated with this lease or for carrying out any function required by law or the rules, regulations or management policies of the State Lands Commission. Lessor shall have a right of reasonable access to the Lease Premises for any purpose associated with the lease. This access shall not be exercised in furtherance of a program of extraction of the mineral interests reserved in subparagraph 3.A.1) above. a - 3) Lessor expressly reserves to the public an easement for convenient access across the Lease Premises to other State owned lands located near or adjacent to the Lease Premises and a right-of-way shall be neither inconsistent nor incompatible with the rights or privileges of Lessee under this lease. 4) Lessor expressly reserves the right to lease, convey, or encumber the Lease Premises, in whole or in part, during the lease term for any purpose not inconsistent nor incompatible with the rights or privileges of Lessee under this lease. B. Encumbrances: This lease may be subject to pre-existing contracts, leases, licenses, easements, encumbrances and claims and it is made without warranty by Lessor of title, condition or fitness of the land for the stated or intended use. -7- 4 . Rules, Regulations and Taxes: A. Lessor and Lessee shall comply with and be bound by presently existing or subsequently enacted rules, regulations, statutes or ordinances of the State Lands Commission or any other governmental agency or entity having lawful authority and jurisdiction. B. Lessee recognizes and understands in accepting this that it may be liable for a possessory interest tax imposed by a city or county on its leasehold interest and that its payment of such a tax shall not reduce the amount of consideration due Lessor under this lease and that Lesso.- shall have no liability for the payment of such a tax. 5. Indemnity: A. Lessor shall not be liable and Lessee shall indemnify, hold harmless and, at the option of Lessor, defend Lessor, its officers, agents, and employees against and for any all liability, claims, damages or injuries of any kind and from any cause, occurring on the Lease Premises or improvements, or arising out of this lease or associated in any way with Lessee' s use or maintenance of the premises. B. Lessee shall give prompt notice to Lessor in case of any accident, injury or casualty on the Lease Premises, or associated in any way with Lessee's use or maintenance of the premises. 6. Default and Remedies: A. Default: The occurrence of any one or more of the following events shall constitute a default or breach of this lease by Lessee: 1) Lessee' s failure to make any payment of rental, royalty, or other consideration, if any, as required under this lease. 2) Lessee' s failure to obtain or maintain liability insurance, self-insurance, surety bond or other security device as required under this lease. 3) Lessee' s vacation or abandonment of the Lease Premises during the lease term. 4) Lessee' s failure to observe or perform any other term, covenant or condition of this lease to be observed or performed by the Lessee when such -8- failure shall continue for a period of sixty (60) days after Lessor' s giving written notice; however, if the nature of Lessee' s default or breach is such that more than sixty (60) days are reasonably required for its cure, then Lessee shall not be deemed to be in default or breach if Lessee commences such cure within such sixty (60) day period and diligently proceeds with such cure to completion. B. Remedies: In the event of a default or breach by Lessee and Lessee' s failure to cure such default or breach, Lessor may at any time and with or without notice do any one or more of the following: 1) Re-enter the Lease Premises, remove all persons and property, and repossess and enjoy such premises. 2) Terminate this lease and Lessee' s right of possession of the Lease Premises. Such termination shall be effective upon receipt of such notice. Lessee shall immediately surrender possession of the Lease Premises to Lessor. 3) Maintain this lease in full force and effect and recover any rental, royalty, or other consideration as may become due without terminating Lessee' s right of possession regardless of whether Lessee shall have abandoned the Lease Premises. 4) Exercise any other right or remedy which Lessor may have at law or in equity. 7. Lessee' s Termination: Lessee may terminate this lease for any reason upon giving Lessor at least sixty (60) days prior written notice. Lessee agrees that on the effective date of termination it shall responsibly leave and surrender the Lease Premises to Lessor in a state of good order, condition and repair. The exercise of such right of termination shall not release Lessee from libaility for any unpaid but accrued rental, royalty or other consideration, if any, which may be due under this lease or from any other obligations still applicable under the lease. 8. Assignment, Transfer, or Subletting: Lessee shall not assign, transfer, or sublet this agreement without the prior written approval of the Commission first had and obtained. Such written approval of the assignment, -9- I • transfer, or sublease shall be subject to any and all conditions required by the Commission, including, without limitation by reason of specification herein, the altering, changing or amending of this lease as deemed by the Commission to be in the best interests of the State. Such approval shall not be withheld as to an assignment to a general purpose or public park district upon the termination, merger or reorganization of Lessee. 9 . Termination: On the day the term of this lease expires or is sooner terminated Lessee agrees to peaceably and quietly leave, surrender and yield to Lessor the land subject to this lease in good order, condition and - repair, reasonable wear and damage by the elements or acts of God . excepted. Lessee will on termination of the lease deliver to Lessor a good and sufficient release of all rights under this lease. Should Lessee fail or refuse to execute and deliver the release as provided herein, a written notice by Lessor reciting such failure or refusal shall from the date of recordation of such notice be conclusive evidence against Lessee and all persons claiming under Lessee of the termination of this lease. Such termination does not release Lessee from any unpaid but accrued consideration which may be owed by the Lessee to the Lessor. 10. Oil Spill: in the event of a spill or leak of oil or other liquid pollutants into the waters over State lands, Lessee shall immediately notify the Office Of Emergency Services by telephone. Lessee shall subsequently send the State Lands Commission a complete written report within thirty (30) days stating the source, cause, and size of the spill and action taken. 11. Waiver of Breach: The waiver by Lessor of any default or breach of any term, covenant or condition shall no-t constitute a waiver of any other default or breach whether of the same or any other term, covenant or condition, regardless of Lessor' s knowledge of such other defaults or breaches. The subsequent acceptance of monies hereunder by Lessor shall not constitute a waiver of any preceding default, term, or condition other than the failure to timely pay the monies so accepted, regardless of Lessor' s knowledge of the preceding default or breach at the time of acceptance of the money. Acceptance of money after termination of this lease shall not constitute a reinstatement, extension or renewal of the lease or revocation of any notice or other act by Lessor. -10- 12. Holding-over: Any holding-over by Lessee after the expiration of the lease term, with or without the express or implied consent of Lessor, shall constitute a tenancy from month-to-month and not an extension of the lease term and shall be on the terms, covenants and conditions of this lease with rental, royalty or other consideration, if any, payable in advance on the first day of each month, at the rate of one-twelfth (1/12th) of the annual amount. 13. Additional Provisions: A. Time: Time is of the essence of this lease and each and all of its terms, covenants or conditions in which performance is a factor. B. Notice: All notices required to be given under this lease shall be given in writing, sent by United States mail with postage prepaid, to Lessor at the offices of the State Lands Commission and to Lessee at the address specified in Section 1. Lessee shall give Lessor notice of any change in its name or address. C. Consent: Where Lessor' s consent is required under this lease its consent for one transaction or event shall not be deemed to be a consent to any subsequent occurrence of the same or any other transaction or event. D. Changes: This lease may be terminated and its term, covenants and conditions amended, revised or supplemented by mutal agreement of the parties. E. Successors: The terms, covenants and conditions of this lease shall extend to and be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the heirs, successors, and assigns of the respective parties and if more than one Lessee is or becomes a party to this lease, the obligations of the Lessees shall be joint and several. F. Captions: The captions of this lease are not controlling and shall have no effect upon its construction or interpretation. G. Severability: If any term, covenant or condition of this lease is judicially determined to be invalid, it shall be considered deleted and shall not invalidate any of the remaining terms, covenants and conditions. State of California - State Lands Commission Lease P.R.C. 6738 This lease will become binding upon the State only when duly exe cuted on beha lf of the State Lands Commission of the State of California. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this lease as of the date hereafter affixed. STATE OF CALIFORNIA STATE LANDS COMMISSION By: Title: Date: The issuance of this lease was authorized by the State Lands Commission on September 25, 1984 LESSEE MIDPENINSULA' REOIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT By: President, Board of Directors Date: Attest: District Clerk -12- R-85-16 (Meeting 85-04 Feb. 27, 1985) MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT REPORT February 19, 1985 TO: Board of Directors FROM: . H. Grenchl General Manager CONTRIBUTORS : C. Britton, Land Acquisition Manager; D. Hansen, Land Manager; C. MacDonald, Public Communications Coordinator; J. Fiddes, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Preliminary Action Plan for the Implementation of the Basic Policy of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District for Fiscal Year 1985-1986 Introduction: The District' s activities each year have been guided since 1974 by an Action Plan, which implements the Basic Policy and other Board policies. The Action Plan' s function is to summarize the purposes of the District' s major programs, to identify key projects and activities, to allocate budget, and to be a basis for evaluation of progress. The attached preliminary Action Plan for fiscal year 1985-1986 includes the proposed objectives and key projects and activities presented at your January 23 meeting (see report R-85-6 of January 17, 1985) . The following changes have been made in the material presented to you at thatpeeting: 1 . Open Space Management Program - Planning, Design and Development Subprogram -- The sixth Key Project and Activity has been expanded to include the words "with the aid of outside funding sources" in the first sentence, and a second sentence has been added to explain this project. 2. Public Communications and Governmental Liaison Program - Public and Private Liaison Subprogram -- The fourth Key Project and Activity has been expanded to include the words "and county council, board and commission". In order to facilitate your review of the 1985-1986 preliminary Action Plan, the corresponding subprogram section from the 1984-1985 Action Plan accompanies each of the proposed 1985-1986 subprogram sections. Margin notes indicate changes in the Other Typical Projects and Activi- ties sections. Discussion: The proposed Action Plan describes the District' s major programs for fiscal year 1935-1986 , and they are: I. Open Space Acquisition Program A. Negotiations Subprogram B. Special Projects Subprogram C. Enterprise Activities Subprogram II . Open Space Management Program A. Planning, Design, and Development Subprogram B. Operations , Maintenance, and Volunteer Subprogram R-85-16 Page Two III. Public Communications and Governmental Liaison Program A. Public Participation and Education Subprogram B. Public and Private Liaison Subprogram C. Media Subprogram IV. General Management and Program Support The preliminary 1985-1986 Action Plan could be altered as a result of the budget preparation process and progress made on several personnel- related matters before it is presented to you in June for final approval. Currently in progress are the Administrative Study and the Open Space Management Staffing Study. The result of the Administrative Study will be presented for your consideration on a future agenda. Possible staffing increases or changes in the Open Space Management Program would tie into the budget preparation process. The following sections highlight proposed changes in Other Typical Pro4 jects and Activities and staff resources: Open Space Acquisition Program Over the past several years, the Open Space Acquisition subprograms have undergone a refinement process, and action goals for Other Typical Pro- jects and Activities in the three subprograms are currently to the point where only major budget or personnel changes would affect the basic pro- gram. However, some minor changes have been made for the 1985-1986 fiscal year. In the Special Projects Subprogram the fourth Typical Project and Activity has been changed to reflect the method staff is using to gather real estate data. In the Enterprise Subprogram, the sixth Other Typical Project and Activity has been modified in anticipation of a completed grazing study, and staff will be working closely with Open Space Management to revise the pertinent grazing leases accordingly. Open Space Management Program The significant changes in Other Typical Projects and activities for the Planning, Design and Development Subprogram include transferring the development of a natural resource and management plan to key projects and the Trail Information and Volunteer Center project to the Operations Subprogram. All other typical projects remain the same with some minor wording changes. Additional language has been added to the last Key Project and Activity for clarification. New Key Projects and Activities in the Operations, Maintenance and Volun- teer Subprogram include projects for monitoring trail use conflicts on select preserves, the experimental dog program and the backpack camp at Black Mountain. Encouragement of growth of the T.I .V.C. has been added to this subprogram, and there are minor wording changes for some of the other typical projects and activities. Required staff resources for both subprograms cannot be determined at this time since the Open Space Management Staffing Study has not been completed. There could be new staff positions proposed as well as changes to existing positions. Public Communications and Governmental Liaison Program Two former Other Typical Projects and Activities in the Public Partici- pation and Education Subprogram have become key projects and activities, and except for minor wording changes and a new project and activity, the other projects and activities in this subprogram remain the same. The R-85-16 Page Three new project involves gathering input from user and special interest groups relating to site use and management. There are no changes in the Other Typical Projects and Activities in the Public and Private Liaison and Media Subprograms, except for the conversion of the project relating to the rotating schedule of informational presentations to a Key Project and Activity. Required staff resources for the Public Communications and Governmental Liaison aison Program reflect the full-time status of the Public Communications coordinator. General Management and Program Support The fourth and fifth Other Typical Projects and Activities in the 1984- 1985 Action Plan have been combined into one statement, and, except for minor wording changes, the first three projects and activities remain the same. The revised wording of the last key project and activity re- lating to the program and project oriented budget accounting system reflects the fact that the new system will be completely implemented during the coming year. Required staff resources for General Management, and Program Support may change as a result of the Administrative Study recently completed by the District' s Personnel Consultant. A separate agenda item on this study will be prepared for your consideration in the near future. In 'addition, due to the turnover in the Accounting Special- ist position this past year, staff will be reviewing whether the hours for this three-quarter time position should be increased (the hours are temporarily full-time) . Staff Resources Total staff resources, as proposed in the Preliminary Action Plan, for each "of the District' s major programs are listed below. Significant percentages of incremental staff time are included in the preliminary Action Plan, and unless otherwise noted, a staff member ' s time is allo- cated to a single program, even though the staff person may work to some extent in other areas. As noted earlier, any proposed staffing changes in Open Space Management would be discussed in detail during the 1985- 1986 budget formulation process and would be presented, in conjunction with the budget, to the full Board for consideration. Open Space Acquisition Program Land Acquisition Manager Real Property Representative Real Estate Research Analyst Secretary - Open Space Acquisition Student Intern (T) Open Space Management Program Land Manager Operations Supervisor Open Space Planner Environmental Analyst Associate Open Space Planner Coordinator of Volunteer Programs (P) Lead Rangers (3) Rangers (8) Secretary - Open Space Management Possible staffing changes may result from the Open Space Manage- ment Staffing Study. R-85-16 Page Four Public Communications and Governmental Liaison Program Public Communications Coordinator Public Communications Secretary (P) General Management andProgram Support General Manager Administrative Assistant Secretary to the General Manager Accounting Specialist (P) To be reviewed to determine if should be more than 3/4 time position. Controller (P) Legal Counsel (PC) Possible staffing changes may result from the Administrative Study. T = Temporary Employee; P = Part-time Employee; PC = Private Contractor Recommendation: I recommend that you review the proposed preliminary Action Plan for fiscal -year 1985-1986, modify it as necessary, and tentatively adopt the preliminary Action Plan so that it may serve as the basis for formulation of the coming fiscal year' s budget. Page Five OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION PROGRAM Subprograms A. Negotiations B. Special Projects C. Enterprise Activities To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE: The District will purchase or otherwise acquire interest in the maximum feasible amount of F strategic open space within the District planning areas. 1984-1985 Page Six Negotiations Subprogram Objective The objective of the Negotiations Subprogram is to provide for the acquisition of all real property rights necessary to secure a recreational greenbelt in the foothills and baylands, utilizing the major portion of the District 's income. Key Projects and Activities 1. Eliminate the Previous Land Commitments backlog by completing the acquisition of the Novitiate, Hybl , and Mt. Umunhum properties. 2. Convert the budgeted funds in the New Land Commitments budget category into strategic open space lands at desirable prices (fair market value or less) including, where possible, private financing with favorable terms. 3. Work with Peninsula Open Space Trust to complete at least one acquisition project, within the District's Sphere of Influence, that significantly furthers the District 's overall open space goals. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Initiate and maintain contacts with landowners, real estate appraisers and brokers, developers, architects, engineers , zoning and planning officials, and financial institutions. 2. Explore various alternative terms of purchase (options, install- -ment purchases, defeasible fee, etc. ) to offer advantages and incentives to landowners , as well as to the District. 3. Explore additional methods to protect open space lands for less than the total cost of fee acquisition (open space easements, acquisition of development rights, development dedication, exchange or sale of development rights , cooperation with private individuals and groups , etc. ) . 4. Institute eminent domain proceedings , in the extraordinary case, in the event negotiations 'Lail to produce an agreement on terms of purchase where the parcel involved is key to the District 's program. 5. Continually compile current information on real estate market activity, including ordering preliminary title reports on a timely basis for parcel research filing system. 6 . Catalog information of special interest, such as deed restrictions, encumbrances , financing and tax considerations. This activity includes the establishment and continuation of a working relation- ship with title companies and other information sources. Required Staff Resources 55% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 35% of time of Real Property Representative 40% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 45% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition 1985-1986 Page Seven Negotiations Subprogram Objective The objective of the Negotiations Subprogram is to provide for the acquisition of all real property rights necessary to secure a recreational greenbelt in the foothills and baylands, utilizing the major portion of the District' s income. Key Projects and Activities 1. Eliminate the Previous Land Commitments backlog by completing the acquisition of the Mt. Umunhum property. 2. Convert the budgeted funds in the New Land Commitments budget category into strategic open space lands at desirable prices (fair market value or less) including, where possible, private financing with favorable terms. 3. Work with Peninsula Open Space Trust to complete at least one acquisition project within the District' s Sphere of Influence that significantly furthers the District's overall open space goals. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Initiate and maintain contacts with landowners , real estate appraisers and brokers , developers , architects, engineers , zoning and planning officials, and financial institutions. 2. Explore various alternative terms of purchase (options, install- ment purchases , defeasible fee, etc. ) to offer advantages and incentives to landowners, as well as to the District. 3. Explore additional methods to protect open space lands for less than the total cost of fee acquisition (open space easements , acquisition of development rights, development dedication, exchange or sale of development rights, cooperation with private individuals and groups , etc. ) . 4. Institute eminent domain proceedings, in the extraordinary case, in the event negotiations fail to produce an agreement on terms of purchase where the parcel involved is key to the District' s program. 5. Continually compile current information on real estate market WORDING activity, including ordering preliminary title reports on a timely CHANGE basis for parcel availability potential. SAME 6. Catalog information of special interest, such as deed restrictions, encumbrances , financing and tax considerations. This activity includes the establishment and continuation of a working relation- ship with title companies and other information sources. Required Staff Resources 55% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 35% of time of Real Property Representative 40% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 45% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition 1984-1985 Page Eight Special Projects Subprogram Objective The objective of the Special Projects Subprogram is to establish and maintain a broad base for the acquisition program by coordi- nating District efforts with private and other public agencies, to develop additional acquisition revenue sources , and to provide the critical information necessary to a successful acquisition program. Key Projects and Activities 1. Eliminate the Novitiate joint project backlog (see Negotiations Subprogram) and keep abreast of grants available to the District. Submit at least one Land and Water Conservation Fund grant re- quest, at least one Coastal Conservan6y grant request, at least one 1984 State Parks Bond Act grant request, and at least one Roberti-Zlberg grant request, if programs are funded. 2. Seek and encourage agencies and groups to undertake sole or joint acquisition projects which will preserve additional open space, Initiate at least one joint project with Santa Clara County. 3. Analyze, in conjunction with open Space Management Program, particular geographic areas of the District, such as the San Mateo County baylands , to develop acquisition recommendations and project costs. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain a multi-year spending plan for land acquisition which optimizes use of cash and borrowed funds to accomplish acquisition go,-.? s within budget constraints. 2. Encourage other agencies to apply for grants that will enhance overall open space goals . 3. Maintain a relocation assistance program utilizing staff and consultants as necessary. 4. Maintain a comparable-data index with cross reference to the mapping system for use in cost estimation and appraisal analysis. 5. Review agendas and minutes of other appropriate agencies. Review information on local, State and Federal regulations (e.g. , zoning, subdivision and urban services , and on restrictions or plans contained in general plan elements and other planning studies. ) 6. Investigate, as time constraints allow, the orderly disposition of title and legal encumbrances on District owned land (mineral and water rights, prescriptive easements , encroachments , etc. ) . Required Staff Resources 30% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 15% of time of Real Property Representative 30% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 25% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition 1985-1986 Page Nine Special Projects Subprogram Objective The objective of the Special Projects Subprogram is to establish and maintain a broad base for the acquisition program by coordinating District efforts with private and other public agencies, to develop additional acquisition revenue sources, and to provide the critical information necessary to a successful acquisition program. Key Projects and Activities 1. Complete the San Mateo County Baylands Reserve federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant and keep abreast of other grants available to the District. Submit at least one Land and Water Conservation Fund grant request and at least one 1984 State Parks Bond Act grant request. 2. Seek and encourage agencies and groups to undertake sole or joint acquisition projects which will preserve additional open space such as the San Mateo County section of the Bayfront Trail. 3. Analyze, in conjunction with Open Space Management Program, par- ticular geographic areas of the District, such as the San Mateo County baylands north of Dumbarton bridge, to develop acquisition recommendations and project costs. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain a multi-year spending plan for land acquisition which optimizes use of cash and borrowed funds to accomplish acquisition goals within budget constraints. 2. Encourage other agencies to apply for grants that will enhance overall open space goals. 3. Maintain a relocation assistance program utilizing staff and consultants as necessary. 4. Keep abreast of real estate market activity and maintain index CHANGED where necessary for use in cost estimate and appraisal analysis. 5. Review agendas and minutes of other appropriate agencies. Review information on local, State and Federal regulations (e.g. , zoning, subdivision and urban services, and on restrictions or plans contained in general plan elements and other planning studies) . 6. Investigate, as time constraints allow, the orderly disposition of title and legal encumbrances on District owned land (mineral and water rights, prescriptive easements, encroachments, etc . ) . Required Staff Resources 30% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 15% of time of Real Property Representative 30% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 25% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition Page Ten 1984-1985 Enterprise Activities Subprogram Objective The objective of the Enterprise Subprogram is to manage all the District's revenue producing activities in such a way as to maximize income from Enterprise accounts consistent with Open Space Manage- ment policies and to explore new compatible activities . Key Projects and Activities 1. Administer all leases and rental accounts, updating rental rates and other lease conditions as opportunities arise, to maximize income consistent with Open Space Management policies. 2. Carry out maintenance and improvements to rental houses to keep buildings and grounds in a safe, sanitary, and attractive con- dition and to increase net rental income. 3. Prepare cost-benefit studies on a case by case basis as major repair (or improvement) and rental decisions arise. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain all facilities utilized in the District's enterprise program. 2. Complete implementation of revision of communication leases compatible with Board policy. 3. Enhance marketability of enterprise structures with long-term lease potential according to Board policy. 4. Administer Ranger-residency leases. 5. Investigate alternative lease arrangements for enterprise accounts, such as longer terms that would enhance net income to the District according to Board policy. 6. Investigate new enterprise proposals as initiated by other groups or individuals that would be compatible with District goals and objectives. Required Staff Resources 15% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 50% of time of Real Property Representative 30% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 30% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition 1985-1986 Page Eleven Enterprise Activities Subprogram Objective The objective of the Enterprise Subprogram is to manage all the District' s revenue producing activities in such a way as to maximize income from Enterprise accounts consistent with Open Space Management policies and to explore new compatible activities. Key Projects and Activities 1. Administer all leases and rental accounts, updating rental rates and other lease conditions as opportunities arise, to maximize income consistent with Open Space Management policies. 2. Carry out maintenance and improvements to rental houses to keep buildings and grounds in a safe, sanitary, and attractive condition and to increase net rental income. 3. Prepare cost/benefit studies on a case by case basis as major repair (or improvement) and rental decisions arise. 4. Provide for interim caretaker/leasehold income for former Almaden Air Force Station at Mt. Umunhum when acquired. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain all facilities utilized in the District's enterprise program. >4 2. Enhance marketability of enterprise structures with long-term lease potential according to Board policy. 0 3. Administer Ranger-residency leases. 4. Investigate alternative lease arrangements for enterprise accounts, such as longer terms that would enhance net income 4 to the District according to Board policy. 5. Investigate new enterprise proposals as initiated by other groups or individuals that would be compatible with District goals and objectives. NEW 6. Modify existing agricultural leases in conjunction with Open Space Management studies (such as Russian Ridge Grazing Study) . Required Staff Resources 15% of time of Land Acquisition Manager 50% of time of Real Property Representative 30% of time of Real Estate Research Analyst 30% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition Page Twelve OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Subprograms A. Planning, Design, and Development B. Operations, Maintenance, and Volunteer To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVF: The District will follow a land management policy that provides proper care of open space land, allowing public access appropriate to the nature of the land and consistent with ecological values. Page Thirteen 1984-1935 Planning, Design and Development Subprogram Objective The objective of the Planning, Design and Development Subprogram is to provide short term and long range acquisition planning and the formulation and review of use and management plans, as well as over- seeing the physical implementation of capital improvements such as site development and resource management, master and other special plans. Key Projects and Activities 1. Develop, review, and coordinate the implementation of Board approved use and management plans in accordance with Relative Site Emphasis Policies, including commencement of planning studies for the site - renovation of the Mt. Umunhum Area of the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, and designing public use facilities for the Hassler site. 2. Continue the liaison efforts of multi-jurisdictional Projects, specifically the planning and implementation of the Bay front Trail and the Kennedy Road parking area. 3. Evaluate Open Space Management planning and field staffing needs in light of increased acreage and of District land holdings, and make recommendations, as required, to the Board for implementation through the regular budget process. 4 . Complete coordination of the master planning for the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve and commence implementation under Board direc- tion of the first portion of the master plan, in cooperation with P.O.S.T. 5. Refine policies for use of District lands and facilities by neighborhood and other non-profit groups. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Secure funding for development of policy and a plan for natural resource categorization and management, which will provide a basis for decisions regarding prescribed burning, grazing and other agricultural uses , control of exotic species, enhancement of native flora, etc. 2 . Continue to plan with California Department of Forestry for pre- scribed burns on select preserves for wildfire protection. 3 . Under Board direction, implement grazing plans for select areas of District preserves, possibly including Monte Bello, Russian Ridge, Windy Hill , and Long Ridge Open Space Preserves. 4 . Review other agency subdivision plans, zoning changes, aeneral plan amendments, and environmental documents that may impact District lands. 1985-1986 Page Fourteen Planning, Design and Development Subprogram Objective The objective of the Planning, Design and Development Subprogram is to provide short term and long range acquisition planning and the formula- tion and review of use and management plans, as well as overseeing the physical implementation of capital improvements such as site develop- ment and resource management, master and other special plans. Key Projects and Activities 1. Develop, review, and coordinate the implementation of Board approved use and management plans in accordance with Relative Site Emphasis Policies, including commencement of planning studies for the site renovation of the Mt. Umunhum Area of the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, and design of public use facilities for the Hassler site. 2. Continue the liaison efforts of multi-jurisdictional projects, specifically the planning and implementation of the Bayfront Trail and the Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve. 3. Commence or continue implementation of the Master Plan for the Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in cooperation with Peninsula Open Space Trust. 4. Implement the plan for staffing changes for Open Space Management as approved by the Board of Directors. 5. Update District Master Plan. 6. Complete a general plan of action with the aid of outside funding sources for Natural Resource Categorization and Management Planning REWORDED of District preserves under policies adopted by the Board. This will provide a basis for developing site specific plans and decisions on prescribed burning, grazing and other agricultural uses, control of exotic species, enhancement of native flora, etc. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Prepare appropriate portions of acquisition reports and grant SAME applications. 2. Prepare environmental assessments , environmental impact reports, and negative declarations in accordance with CEQA requirements. WORDING 3. Continue to plan and implement with California Department of Forestry CHANGED prescribed burns on select preserves for wildfire protection. 4 . Under Board direction, implement grazing plans for select areas of District preserves, possibly including Russian Ridge, Skyline Ridge, Windy Hill , and Long Ridge Open Space Preserves. SA1E 15. Review other agency subdivision plans, zoning changes, general plan amendments, and environmental documents that may impact District lands. 19814-1985 Page Fifteen 5. Continue to encourage cooperative development and management plans (for example, for trails) with other local jurisdictions and special interest groups such as equestrians. 6. Gather input from user and special interest groups relating to site use and management. 7. Work with Open Space Acquisition group on review, monitoring, and other input regarding leases for Enterprise Subprogram and on land acquisition referrals. 8 . Develop and implement other specific Board-approved resource management plans such as site restoration and erosion controls. 9. Prepare specific construction plans and specifications for develop- ment projects and coordinate contracted services. 10. - Continue to implement volunteer student and intern programs and work with private organizations, whenever feasible, to accomplish special planning projects as well as to assist in formulating use and management plans. 11. Maintain a standardized series of maps and special presentation materials for all District lands. MOVED TO12- Work with other agencies and organizations to encourage growth of OPERATIONS the Trail Information and Volunteer Center. SUBPROGRAM 13 . ' Prepare appropriate portions of acquisition reports and grant applications. 14 . Prepare environmental assessments, environmental impact reports, and negative declarations in accordance with CEQA requirements. TO BE 15. Complete design standards for contruction of District roads and COMPLETED trails. 16. Begin the development of trail use guidelines for the public and policies for Board approval. Required Staff Resources 60% of time of Land Manager 85% of time of Open Space Planner 85% of time of Environmental Analyst 90% of time of Associate Open Space Planner 25% of time of Operations Supervisor 60% of time of Secretary - Open Space Management 5% of time of Lead Rangers (3) 1985-1986 Page Sixteen SAME 6. Continue to encourage cooperative development and management plans (for example, for trails) with other local jurisdictions and special interest groups such as equestrians. WORDING 7. Gather input from user and special interest groups relating to site CHANGED use and management with the aid of the Public Communications Program. 8 . Work with Open Space Acquisition group on review, monitoring, and other input regarding leases for Enterprise Subprogram and on land acquisition referrals. 9 . Develop and implement other specific Board-approved resource manage- ment plans such as site restoration and erosion controls. 10. Prepare specific construction plans and specifications for develop- ment projects and coordinate contracted services. SAME 11 . Continue to implement volunteer student and intern programs and work with private organizations, whenever feasible, to accomplish special planning projects as well as to assist in formulating use and manage- ment plans. 12. Maintain a standardized series of maps and special presentation materials for- all District lands. WORDING Complete the development of trail use guidelines for the public and CHANGED policies for Board approval . Required Staff Resources* 60% of time of Land Manager 85% of time of Open Space Planner 85% of time of Environmental Analyst 90% of time of Associate Open Space Planner 25% of time of operations Supervisor 60% of time of Secretary - Open Space Management 5% of time of Lead Rangers (3) Note: May change upon completion and adoption of Open Space Management Staffing Study currently underway. 1984-1985 Page Seventeen Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram Objective The objective of the Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram is to provide responsible stewardship of District lands by furnishing those public safety, maintenance, and resource protection services necessary for the effective management of these lands. An emphasis of this subprogram is to increase public education regarding natural features and awareness regarding proper use of these lands, as well as to maximize the volunteer support to aid in the physical implementa- tion of capital improvements. Key Projects and Activities 1. Review current field staff positions and complete implementation of revised deployment and scheduling program for District field staff, including opening a Ranger satellite yard at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, as approved. 2. Complete evaluation of the District' s experimental dog program and extend program under Board direction if warranted. 3 . Implement one new site development project with Peninsula Open Space Trust utilizing volunteer support. Increase volunteer support by 30% by utilizing the Trails Information and Volunteer Center, the California Conservation Corps, and Peninsula Open Space Trust for site development and maintenance. 4 . Conduct a docent interpretive program, using Los Trancos Open Space Preserve, Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, and Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, with out'-reach programs on Whittemore Gulch Redwoods Open Space Preserve, Long Ridge Open Space Preserve, Windy Hill Open Space Preserve, and others as guided by Relative Site Emphasis Policies. Continue to conduct spring wildflower walks at Edgewood. 5. Provide for security of buildings on Mt. Umunhum and Hassler. Com- plete structure demolition or renovation and security, under Board direction, of the buildings on Rancho San Antonio, Hassler, Coal Creek, Russian Ridge, Long Ridge and Windy Hill Open Space Preserves. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Provide an active patrol program focused on educating the public in the proper use of wildland areas and on enforcing District ordinances. 2 . Continue to provide an active fire management program for all District sites, including both fire prevention and suppression and assistance in implementing a prescribed burning program. 3 . Implement approved and funded portions of site use and management plan recommendations as scheduled, concentrating on site protection and maintenance projects as the highest priority. 1985-1986 Page Eighteen Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram Objective The objective of the Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram is to provide responsible stewardship of District lands by furnishing those public safety, maintenance, and resource protection services necessary for the effective management of these lands. . An emphasis of this subprogram is to increase publiceducation regarding natural features and awareness regarding proper use of these lands, as well as to maximize the volunteer support to aid in the physical implementation of capital improvements. Key Projects and Activities 1. Provide for security of buildings on Mt. Umunhum and complete structure demolition or renovation, under Board direction, of the buildings on Hassler, Mt. Umunhum, and Rancho San Anto I nio Open Space Preserves. 2. Implement at least one new site development project with Peninsula Open Space Trust utilizing volunteer support. Increase volunteer support by 30% by utilizing the Trails Information and Volunteer Center, the California Conservation Corps, and Peninsula Open Space Trust for site development and maintenance. 3. Conduct a docent interpretive program, using Los Trancos Open Space Preserve, Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, and Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, with outreach programs on other Preserves as guided by Relative Site Emphasis Policies. Continue to conduct spring wildflower walks at Edgewood. 4 . Evaluate success of written field policies, new field staff deploy- ment program, and field staff position changes and present any further proposed changes to the Board in spring, 1986. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Provide an active patrol program focused on educating the public in the proper use of wildland areas and on enforcing District ordinances. 2. Continue to provide an active fire management program for all Dis- SAME trict sites, including both fire prevention and suppression and assistance in implementing a prescribed burning program. 3. Implement approved and funded portions of site use and management plan recommendations as scheduled, concentrating on site protection and maintenance projects as the highest priority. 1984-1985 Page Nineteen 4 . Provide after hours call-out services for District sites, primarily through the operation of a ranger residence program. 5 . Maintain all District lands and facilities to a standard of appearance' and utility in accordance with approved use and management plans and field maintenance calendar. 6. Implement a volunteer patrol program, as approved, in conjunction with the Mid-peninsula Trails Council . 7. Maintain District vehicles, equipment, and field operations office*. 8. Conduct a docent training program. TO BE 9. Review training and development requirements for field operations COMPLETED & staff and continue program accordingly. gNMOORYPORATED 10. Complete implementation of approved resource management plans, including Russian Ridge, Windy Hill , and Monte Bello grazing plans and Monte Bello and Manzanita Ridge restoration and erosion control plans. 11. Monitor increased site use and patterns to provide documented statistics for future Open Space Management decisions. 12. Work with neighboring agencies to develop additional shared main- tenance and/or patrol agreements, including for the District's baylands properties. 13 . Complete and implement field operations policies as approved by the Board. 14 . Explore mechanized methods of trail maintenance, particularly for the more remote trails. Required Staff Resources 40% of time of Land Manager 15% of time of Open Space Planner 15% of time of Environmental Analyst 10% of time of Associate Open Space Planner 75% of time of Operations Supeirvisor 95% of time of Lead Rangers (3) 100% of time of Rangers (6+2 proposed additional nositions) 40% of time of Secretary - Open Space Management 100% of time of Coordinator of Volunteer Program (1/2 time) 100% of time of Ranger Aides (three part time for eight months of the year) 1985-1986 Page Twenty 4 . Provide after hours call-out services for District sites, primarily through the operation of a ranger residence program. SAME 5. Maintain all District lands and facilities to a standard of appearance and utility in accordance with approved use and management plans and field maintenance calendar. CHANGE 6. Continue a volunteer trail monitor. program, as approved, in conjunc- tion with the Midpeninsula Trails Council and the Trail Information and Volunteer Center. SAME 7. Maintain District vehicles, equipment, and field operations offices. 8. Conduct a docent training program. TRANSFERRED FROM 9. Work with other agencies and organizations to encourage fiscal PLANNING, support and growth of the Trail Information and Volunteer Center pro- BERIGLoUANEN AND grams on District lands. ow 10. Complete implementation of approved resource management plans, in- ZW cluding Long Ridge and Skyline Ridge grazing plans and Monte Bello HU PZ 4 and Sierra Azul restoration and erosion control plans. �C 0M 11. Continue to monitor increased site use and patterns to provide docu- mented statistics for future Open Space Management decisions. SAME 12 . Work with neighboring agencies to develop additional shared main- tenance and/or patrol agreements, including for the District' s baylands properties. 13 . Implement a monitoring plan for the Black Mountain campground to measure impacts on staff, caretaker and natural resources. 14 . Monitor trail use conflicts at Rancho San Antonio, Sierra Azul and Z Windy Hill Preserves and implement or revise trail use guidelines for these areas accordingly. 15. Monitor dog use compliance with MROSD regulations at the three experi- mental sites. Required Staff Resources* 40% of time of Land Manager 15% of time of Open Space Planner 150 of time of Environmental Analyst 10% of time of Associate Open Space Planner 75% of time of Operations Supervisor 95% of time of Lead Rangers (3) 100% of time of Rangers (8) 40% of time of Secretary - Open Space Management 100% of time of Coordinator of Volunteer Program (1/2 time) 100% of time of Ranger Aids (three part-time for eight months of the year) Note: May change upon completion and adoption of open Space Management Staffing Study currently underway. Page Twenty-One PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS AND GOVERNMENTAL LIAISON PROGRAM Subprograms A. Public participation and Education B. Public and Private Liaison C. Media To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE: The District will educate and make clearly visible to the public the purposes and actions of the District, and will actively encourage public communications and involvement in District activities. 1984-1985 Page Twenty-Two Public Participation and Education Subprogram Objective The objective of the Public Participation and Education Subprogram is to generate greater public awareness, involvement, and support of the District through a continuing campaign to inform and educate the con-, stituency about the District' s sites, programs , and goals. Key Projects and Activities 1. Continue to *print and distribute the Openspace newsletter and/or other District publications in line with the consensus of the Board which followed the publications workshop. 2. ' Continue efforts to encourage District constituents to make !use of District sites in accordance with Relative Site Emphasis Policies and to be involved in the planning for their development. 3. Expand the program of public presentations and displays with new materials, participants, and methods such as the use of video taping. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Publicize availability of District sites at a level consistent with the Board' s policy for the relative emphasis of District sites. 2. Publicize the Docent Program on selected District sites in accordance with the Board' s policy for the relative emphasis of District sites. 3. Hold occasional public hearings on important matters, inviting public comments. BECAME 4. Issue updated versions of various fact sheets, as needed. KEY PROJECTS 5. Continue to schedule the "Celebrate Open Space" Exhibit in various locations on a regular basis, updating the materials as necessary. 6. Explore the possibility of a bus tour for members of the public in order to encourage volunteerism and awareness of District lands. 7. Investigate the feasibility of initiating a fund development pro- gram for the purpose of raising funds for newsletters, brochures, site development projects, etc. , possibly through a "gifts catalog. " Required Staff Resources 45% of time (13 hours per week) of Public Communications Coordinator (3/4 time) 40% of time (12 hours per week) of Public communications Secretary (3/4 time) 1985-1986 Page Twenty-Three Public Participation and Education Subprogram Objective The objective of the Public Participation and Education Subprogram is to generate greater public awareness, involvement, and support of the District through a continuing campaign to inform and educate the con- stituency about the District' s sites, programs, and goals.. Key Projects and Activities 1. Schedule one or two special events to encourage site use and to publicize District. Possibilities include photo contest, orien- teering, birding, geology day, etc. Consider also a big picnic with all the groups involved with the District. 2. Based on demographic data from GRC Survey and other information, target low awareness areas for special publicity about MROSD. 3. Continue to print and distribute the Openspace newsletter and/or other District publications in line with the consensus of the Board which followed the publications workshop. 4. Expand program. of public presentations and displays with new materials and participants, with emphasis on noontime presentations to business and industry (if these prove successful in 1984-1985) . 5. If feasible , try a pilot program of placing permanent MROSD "hand- out stations" in selected libraries or other public buildings in each county. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Publicize availability of District sites at a level consistent with the Board' s policy for the relative emphasis of District SAME sites. 2. Publicize the Docent Program on selected District sites in accordance with the Board' s policy for the relative emphasis of District sites. 3. Publicize important public hearings to encourage public PZ-70RDED comments. SAME 4• Explore the possibility of a bus tour for members of the public in order to encourage volunteerism and awareness of District lands. 5. Complete investigation of feasibility of initiating a fund REWORDED development program with POST for the purpose of raising funds for newsletters, brochures, site development projects, etc. , possibly through a "gifts catalog. " NEW 6. Gather input from user and special interest groups relating to site use and management with the aid of the Open Space Management Program. Required Staff Resources 40% of time of Public Communications Coordinator 40% of time (12 hours per week) of Public Communications Secretary (3/4 time) 1984-1985 Page Twenty-Four Public and Private Liaison Subprogram Objective The objective of the Public and Private Liaison Subprogram is to inform other public agencies and private organizations about the District, and to secure legislation to protect the District' s funding and other- wise aid in the accomplishment of the District' s goals. Key Projects and Activities 1. Accomplish priority items for fiscal year in District' s Legisla- tive Program utilizing services of Legislative Consultant. 2. Conduct another bus tour of District lands for public officials. 3 . Hold joint meeting of MROSD Board with Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Commission. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain regular contact with officials of other agencies and -private organizations for the exchange of information, cooperation on special projects, and participation in special events such as conferences and seminars in order to inform the District staff and Board on current issues. 2. Continue to work with legislators, legislative committees, State and federal administrators, other agencies, private organizations, and interested citizens for information and action regarding State legislation and specific local issues. 3. Continue contact and cooperation with staff and officials of other regional park and open space districts for the purpose of exchanging information and technical expertise. 4 . Maintain up-to-date address files of government officials, Private organizations, interested groups, and citizens to be used for distribution of newsletter and other Pertinent materials and infor- mation. Put mailing lists on District' s computer, if purchased. 5. Continue the rotating schedule of informational presentations to public agencies and private organizations with particular emphasis on county and city planning departments and city councils that Board members consider top priority and where they are able to participate. 6. Send information about the District to newly elected or appointed officials in a timely fashion. Required Staff Resources 15% of time (5 hours per week) of Public Communications Coordinator (3/4 time) 40% of time (12 hours per week) of Public Communications Secretary (3/4 time) 1985-1986 Page Twenty-Five Public and Private Liaison Subprogram Objective The objective of the Public and Private Liaison Subprogram is to inform other public agencies and private organizations about the District and to secure legislation to protect the District' s funding and otherwise aid in the accomplishment of the District' s goals. Key Projects and Activities 1. Accomplish priority items for fiscal year in District' s Legislative Program utilizing services of Legislative Consultant. 2. If interest continues, conduct another bus tour of District lands for public officials and key staff. 3. Hold a joint meeting with San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission. 4. Schedule Board members to make presentations sometime during the year REWORDED to each city and county council, board and commission in their wards that wishes a presentation. 5. Send annual progress report to government officials throughout District. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Maintain regular contact with officials of other agencies and 4 . private organizations for the exchange of information, cooperation on special projects, and participation in special events such as conferences and seminars in order to inform the District staff and Board on current issues. 2. Continue to work with legislators, legislative committees, State and federal administrators, other agencies, private organizations, and interested citizens for information and action regarding State legislation and specific local issues. 3. Continue contact and cooperation with staff and officials of M other regional park and open space districts for the purpose of exchanging information and technical expertise. 4. Maintain up-to-date address files of government officials, private organizations, interested groups, and citizens to be used for distribution of newsletter and other pertinent materials and infor- mation. Put mailing lists on District' s computer, if purchased. 5. Send information about the District to newly elected or appointed officials in a timely fashion. Required Staff Resources 20% of time of Public Communications Coordinator 40% of time (12 hours per week) of Public Communications Secretary (3/4 time) 1984-1985 Page Twenty-Six Media Subprogram Objective The objective of the Media Subprogram is to inform the public as fully as possible about the District' s purposes and activities through news stories, features, and public service announcements' in the Press, and on radio and television. Key Projects and Activities 1 . Conduct a bus tour of District lands for representatives of the media. 2. Create and maintain an up-to-date set of fact sheets on various aspects of the District' s activities for distribution to media people and others. 3. Produce and distribute a series of public service announcements through Viacom for airing on public access cable and commercial television. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Issue special news releases to announce unique projects or activities as appropriate. 2. Continue regular communications with the media in accordance with the District' s policy statement regarding open information and cooperation. 3. Continue to publicize the District in magazines, park and recre- ational publications, and environmental newsletters in accordance with Board policy. 4 . Continue the regular reading, clipping, and circulating of news- paper and magazine articles, utilizing volunteer help whenever possible. Required Staff Resources 40% of time (12 hours per week) of Public Communications Coordinator (3/4 time) 20% of time (6 hours per week) of Public Communications Secretary (3/4 time) 1985-1986 Page Twenty-Seven Media Subprogram Objective The objective of the Media Subprogram is to inform the public as fully as possible about the District' s purposes and activities through news stories, features, and public service announcements in the press, and on radio and television. Key Projects and Activities 1. Create and maintain an up-to-date set of .fact sheets on various aspects of the District' s activities for distribution to media people and others. 2. Complete production and distribution of series of public service - announcements for airing on public access cable and commercial television. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Issue special news releases to announce unique projects or activities as appropriate. 2. Continue regular communications with the media in accordance with the District' s policy statement regarding open information and cooperation. 3. Continue to publicize the District in magazines, park and recre- ational publications, and environmental newsletters in accordance with Board policy. 4. Continue the regular reading, clipping, and circulating of news- paper and magazine articles, utilizing volunteer help whenever possible. Required Staff Resources 40% of time of Public Communications Coordinator 20% of time (6 hours per week) of Public Communications Secretary (3/4 time) Page Twenty-Eight GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM SUPPORT To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE: The staff of the District will administer the affairs of the District on behalf of the public so as to maximize accomplishment of the goals of the District within existing financial and other constraints. P 1984-1985 04 General Managemc and Program Support Page Twenty-Nine - Objective The objective of the General Management and Program Support is to pro- vide overall coordination, direction, and administrative base for all District activities so as to maximize the accomplishment of the Board's policies and directives. Key Projects and Activities 1. Complete, at Board and staff level , all necessary planning to ensure the District ' s move to different facilities by November 1, 1985. 2 . Provide required functions for the election of District directors in Wards 3 , 4 , and 7 . 3 . Complete personnel needs, structure, salary, and benefit studies and begin implementation, as authorized, of staffing changes in accor- dance with a plan to be developed. 4 . If marketing conditions are favorable, market a new note issue for the acquisition of land. 5. Provide necessary interpretation, coordination, direction, and admini- strative base, including on-going review and updating of personnel- related matters for District' s staff and programs, in order to carry out Board policies, Action Plan, and specific actions according to written and unwritten Board priorities. 6. Continue to promote an atmosphere conducive to generating a creative team effort, including at least one staff workshop retreat. 7 . Implement microcomputer system pursuant to systems study. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1 . Perform administrative and legal obligations as required by State law. 2 . Update Action Plan, prepare and monitor annual budget, and co- ordinate program evaluations for Action Plan progress . 3. Provide financial management and accounting, including investment of temporarily idle funds. 4 . Administer personnel functions such as Unemployment Insurance and Workers' Compensation; provide orientation to new employees; review, as appropriate, employee benefits, salary ranges, job specifica- tions, and administrative and personnel policies. E4 5. Continue evaluation of overall organizational structure and staffing requirements. 6. Study restructuring of budget accounting system to make it more program and project oriented. Reauired Staff Resources Personnel below work on all programs: General Manager Legal Counsel (part-time under retainer) Controller (1/4 time) Administrative Assistant Secretary to the General Manaaer Accounting Specialist (3/4 time) 1985-1986 el Page Thirty General Management and Program Su port Objective The objective of the General Management and Program Support is to pro- vide overall coordination, direction, and administrative base for all District activities so as to maximize the accomplishment of the Board's policies and directives. Key Projects and Activities 1. Complete, at Board and staff level , all necessary planning and moving activities to ensure the District' s relocation to different facilities by November 1, 1985 , unless current deadline is extended. 2. If marketing conditions are favorable, market a new note issue for the acquisition of land. 3. Provide necessary interpretation, coordination, direction, and ad- ministrative base, including on-going review and updating of personnel-related matters for District' s staff and programs, in order to carry out Board policies, Action Plan, and specific actions according to written and unwritten Board priorities. 4. Continue to promote an atmosphere conducive to generating a crea- tive team effort, including at least one staff workshop retreat. 5. Complete implementation of microcomputer system. Other Typical Projects and Activities 1. Perform administrative and legal obligations as required by State law and manage District' s main office. 2. Update Action Plan, prepare and monitor annual budget, and coordi- nate program evaluations for Action Plan progress. 3. Provide financial management and accounting, including investment of temporarily idle funds. 4. Administer all of District's personnel functions with assistance REWORDED of consultant (s) , as necessary, and continue evaluation of overall organization structure and staffing requirements. CHANGE 5- Implement restructuring of budget accounting system to make it more program and project oriented. Required Staff Resources* Personnel below work on all programs: General Manager Legal Counsel (part-time under retainer) Controller (1/4 time) Administrative Assistant Secretary to the General Manager Accounting Specialist (3/4 time) - To be reviewed to determine if should be more than 3/4 time position up to full-time position. Note: Required staff resources may change as a result of the Administrative Study. a.+. MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager SUBJECT: F.Y.I. DATE: February 22, 1985 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT C L A I M S # Amount Name Description � l V MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-11,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022 (415)965-4717 February 19, 1985 Mr. Richard Bullis Star Route 2, Box 310 La Honda, CA 94020 Dear Dick: At our Board meeting of February 13 , in regards to the District's Sphere of Influence, you said that you had "read that LAFCO report, and it specifically said you were not going to be negotiating in that area - it was an area that you would not do any condemning in and it really limited you in what they said when they granted that Sphere. " I have looked back at the LAFCO report (copy enclosed) , as promised, and do not find these statements or requirements. The closest I can come is the second paragraph of numbered para- graph 2 on page 54 which quotes the District's report as saying that "neither of these extensions beyond District boundaries is intended to imply a very proactive open space acquisition or annexa- tion program beyond present boundaries. " The District indeed has not had a very proactive program in its Sphere beyond present boundaries; it has, by and large, simply responded to an occasional offer of sale and has only applied for annexation of land in which the District has some ownership rights, not other private land. No condemnations have been undertaken beyond District boundaries, except in one case where a lesser portion of the property extended beyond. Sincerely yours, Herbert Grench General Manager HG:ej Enc. L/," cc: MROSD Board of Directors 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 "w SANTA CLARA COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION MASTER SPHERE OF INFLUENCE PLAN FOR SPECIAL DISTRICTS IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT L OVERVIEW The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) was created in 1972 pursuant to the California Public Resources Code, to create regional greenbelt/open space oppor- ttxnities in the baylands and foothills area of the Midpeninsula. To accomplish this purpose, the District has acquired and manages open space preserves in the baylands, foothills and skyline ridge areas of San Mateo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties. A seven member directy elected Board of Directors oversees District affairs. District boundaries include about 330 square miles and 600,000 people in south San Matec and northwest Santa Clara'Counties. Cities included in the MROSD San Mateo County Santa Clara County Atherton Los Altos Menlo Park Los Altos Hills Portola Valley Los Gatos Redwood City Monte Sereno San Carlos Mountain View Woodside Palo Alto East Palo Alto* Saratoga Sunnyvale *Unincorporated 11. STATUS OF THE DISTRICT The initial District boundaries were established by Santa Clara County LAFCO at the ti..,e of tt-e formation of the District in Santa Clara County in 1972. In 1976, the south- eastern portions of San Mateo County were annexed into the District. Aside from the 1976 arrexation, all other- annexations have been minor, principally to coincide with city 1U=isdctional changes or to include land acquired by the District outside District boundaries. A'_thcr,jgh, on balance, the District has been static, with only minor expansions, there is o;pc,rtunity for significant future growth. 111- MANDATORY SPHERE OF INFLUENCE FINDINGS A. THE MAXIMUM POSSIBLE SERVICE AREA OF THE AGENCY BASED UPON PRESENT AND POSSIBLE SERVICE CAPABILITIES OF THE AGENCY. The existing District boundaries were established for a variety of reasons, including: 1. The community of interest in forming and supporting a regional park district (name later changed to regional open space district to better convey the District's purpose) was located in the greater midpeninsula area. 2. The land most important for preservation to this community of interest ranged generally from the baylands to the Skyline Boulevard crest of the Santa Cruz - 53 - Mountains, including protection of a scenic and recreational corridor along the crest, and from Mt. Umunhum on the south up to the San Francisco watershed lards on the north. 3. Topographically, the Santa Cruz Mountains form an arc toward San Francisco Bay in the vicinity of San Carlos, which helped define the northern boundary toward the bay. The District's tax base has supported a fairly aggressive land acquisition and site rnana-erzent program. Consequently, the District has acquired land both inside and outside exls t:^E.g baundlaries. With the exception of land acquired in Santa Cruz County, all the land owned by the District is appropriately included in an initial sphere of influence. There are three a.eas outside existing boundaries which the District has specifically requested to be include6 in the initial sphere of influence: "I- East of Mt. Umunhum - This District has acquired about 1800 acres of near _ wilderness open space in the area within the District east of Highway 17 to Mt. Umunhum. However, the eastern boundary of the District bears little rela- tionship to the natural features of the land (except for ML Umunhum). A logical zrea for watershed protection and recreational benefits would include the uppermost reaches of Los Gatos Creek and Guadalupe and Almaden Reservoirs. Public Trail systems could potentially connect the existing recreational facilities from Almaden Quicksilver County Park southerly to Lorna Prieta and south- easterly to Lake Elsman, Mt. Umunhum, and the Lexington Reservoir area. 2. Skyline Corridor - A vital feature of the District's program has been to provide scenic protection, trail systems, and other recreational uses along the Skyline Scenic Corridor. The District's boundary in places follows Skyline too closely to accommodate natural features and Iogical land acquisitions. The proposed sphere of influence would extend outside District boundaries in two places so that a band a minimum of about two miles wide would allow both the natural spine (Skyline Boulevard ridge) and the adjacent ribs (ridges running out from Skyline) to be included. This wouldth then ridges, minor watersheds, tern ds an d special natural features which are logical elements to include in the regional greenbelt along the Skyline Corridor. Neither of these extensions beyond District boundaries 'is intended to imply a very proactive open space acquisition or annexation program beyond present boundaries. However, it has been our experience that gifts, bargain sales, and "market sales of very useful open space lands have been offered to the District both within, just outside, and straddling District boundaries. Once -acquired these lands should be annexed to remove any doubt as to enforcement of District ordinances and, simply, to have District owned land within the District. 3- Sunland Park Annexation to Saratoga - A developed 51 acre contiguous to the District boundary was annexed to Saratoga in 1981. it previously had been in the San Jose sphere of influence. Inadvertently, the area was not annexed to this District Burin the'proceedings. Inclusion of this area in the s sphere of g p g e District p influence would facilitate later annexation." T,he sphere of influence proposed by the District reflects a very modest extension bewx«d existing boundaries. It is reasonable to anticipate further outward extensions of the sphere of influence in the future. Such extensions will depend upon the ability of the Di>u _t to acquire and manage additional open space preserve areas. 54 - FI�QINGS: Depending upon the District's fiscal condition, the maximum probable service r area of the District extends beyond existing District boundaries. B. THE RANGE OF SERVICES THE AGENCY IS PROVIDING PROVIDE. I G OR COULD The District has the power of eminent domain and may incur Iimited debt by selling bonds or borrowing money with a two-thirds approval of the voters, to acquire undeveloped _ Land in the foothills and baylands. Many of the open space preserves acquired and managed by the District offer limited public access for hiking and other recreational activities. FINDING: While the District will continue to acquire open space lands, the range or type of services provided will not change. C. THE PROJECTED FUTURE POPULATION GROWTH OF THE AREA. Modest population growth is projected for the fifteen cities which belong to the Cistrict. Projections 79, published by the Association of Bay Area Governments provides t .e data base for the following projections: SAN MATEO COUNTY City*_a. I975 1980 1985 1990 1995 2000 Atherton 7,503 7,472 7,518 - 7,452 Menlo Park 31,586 31,635 -ry 31,668 32 206 7,517 7,657 i P 32 95 rto:a Valley 4,854 5,279 7 33,639 w dwood City ' S,985 6 , 79483 R'- Y 72,640 72,855 74,986 77,5 0 81 07 San 71 Carlos 86,977 27,527 29 016 s - � 30 Viaodside ,517 31,941 - 32,508 32,831 5,731 6,271 ?,081 8,055 9,198 10,340 k w East Palo Alto - 27,219 26,388 , 25,791 25,495 25,035 , 2!�,628_ : . 177,060 . 178,916 183,546 184,495 I9549Q , 203,465 465 _ Equivalent to City Sphere of Influence SANTA CLARA COUNTY City .1975 _ 11980 1985 1990 1995 ` 2000 Cupertino* 43,308 43,870 469440 yR 46,450 - - 46,493 46,573 Los altos 31,258 32 501 T , 32,655 32 608 32,943 33,380 Foa Altos Hills 7,760 9,102 : .r 10,433 11,579 11,691 Les Gatos 29,548 31,391 33,011 33,209 11,610 Monte Sereno 3,600 49027 4 093 34,145 34,843 Mountain View 56,446 60,606 62,062 63�130 4,368 4,587 Pa:o Alto . . 66,529 69,695 '�'' 69,376 �" .;- 68'700 64,236 65,100 Saratoga 66,529 29 696 69,300 69,762 Sure vale , 29,711 29,160 29,983 30,800 Y 104,885 112,481 116,883 120 84 =520 125,3 130,825 373,487 393,421 404,664 409,467 418,543 427,480 'Equivalent to Urban Service Area a - 55 - Overall, the population served by the District is projected to increase from 550,547 in 1975 to 630,945 in 2000. This increase of 80,398 people equates to a 14.6% increase in population. FINDING: Between 1975 and 2000 the population of the District is expected to increase by about 15 percent. D. THE TYPE OF DEVELOPMENT OCCURING OR PLANNED FOR THE AREA, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT. As reflected in the population projections, the fifteen cities within the District are substantially developed communities with limited opportunity for new development. Cities along the San Francisco Bay and Santa Clara Valley floor are the more densely populated communities with a mix of single-family, multi-family, commercial and industrial land uses. Within these areas, population growth will generally. result from infill development and redevelopment. The "foothill cities" (Portola Valley,- Woodside, Los Altos Hills, Monte Sereno) are predominantly low density, residential communities with very limited local serving commercial development. Land uses within these communities are not expected to intensify in the future.... Decisions regarding future development in the member cities and unincorporated areas of the District will be made by the Cities and Counties, not the District itself. The urban development of the whole District and outside of District boundaries will continue to increase the need for District services. The District's open space acquisition program in thee foothills and baylands implements county and city general plans for parks, open space, and .!�_recreat on and complements plans for low density residential development in the foothills. FINDING: Limited residential, commercial and industrial development is anticipated in the cities and unincorporated areas within the boundaries of the District. E. THE PRESENT AND PROBABLE FUTURE SERVICE NEEDS OF THE AREA. If demand for open space recreational opportunities is a direct -function of population size, then demand for MROSD services will increase because population is expected to' increase. Societal changes such as shorter work weeks, more leisure time and high gasoline costs portend escalating demand for close-in recreational opportunities. FIN7DING: Demand for open space and close-in recreational opportunities is expected to increase. ; F. LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES PRESENTLY PROVIDING SERVICESY TON. SUCH AREA AND THE PRESENT LEVEL, RANGE AND ADEQUACY OF SERVICES PZOVIDED BY SUCH EXISTING LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES. , Within the District a varied array of services are provided by Cities, Counties and Special Districts.. Of importance is that the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does not duplicate services of other existing local agencies. The role of the cities has been to provide urban park and recreation services at a local level. The role of the counties has been to provide regional parks in discrete locations countywide with park development and uses ranging from minimal to intensive (e.g., Vasona - 56 - Lake County Park). The District's mission as established by LAFCO and voted upon in 1972 / and 1976 by the electorate, and as carried out since 1972, is to create a regional greenbelt in the foothills and baylands that provides not only passive open space values but also low intensity public recreational uses and connections between and rounding out of county park facilities. The significantly different services by various public agencies complement one another in trying to meet the public demands for park, recreation, and open space opportunities. FINDING: The District does not duplicate the service of other governmental agencies.. G. THE EXISTENCE OF SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE AND INTERACTION BETWEEN THE AREA WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF A LOCAL GOVERN- MENTAL AGENCY AND THE AREA WHICH SURROUNDS IT AND WHICH COULD BE CONSIDERED WITHIN THE AGENCY'S SPHERE OF INFLUENCE. The economic and social "community- of interest" of the District is unique in that it spans two counties plus the spheres of influence of fifteen cities. All of these member jurisdictions are interdependent to the degree that they share the goal of the District to provide regional open space opportunities. ,population The open space that the District provides serves a predominantly ur ban p p Iation , f the outside District boundaries). Because the en space is at the edges o . (within and o op P it e also .. somewhat beyond nd the District boundaries are a intenselyurbanized area open space lands e y � P important in providing the most effective recreational greenbelt. Present District bounda- ries do not in all cases follow key topographical features. FINDING: There is interdependence between the urbanized area of the District which generates the "demand" for open space and the fringe of the urbanized area which provides the "supply" of land for open space reserves. H: - , THE EXISTENCE OF AGRICULTURAL PRESERVES IN THE AREA WHICH COULD BE CONSIDERED WITHIN AN AGENCY'S SPHERE OF INFLUENCE AND THE EFFECT ON MAINTAINING THE PHYSICAL AND ECONOMIC INTEGRITY OF SUCH PRESERVES IN THE EVENT THAT SUCH PRESERVES ARE WITHIN A SPHERE OF INFLUENCE OF A LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY. One of the Basic Policies of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, adopted in 1974, is "Where feasible, agricultural use will be sustained and encouraged.'" In implementation of this Policy the District has a number of agricultural leases on its property, _ . FINDING: Inclusion of agricultural lands In the District's sphere of influence will in no wad ` jeopardize the integrity of those lands. ,.. IV. ANALYSIS There is a clear need for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District because the natural topographic resources the District protects span city and county borders. The baylands, foothill and skyline preserves owned by the District 'are unique environmental features that add to the quality of life of the entire region rather than any one jurisdiction. It is therefore appropriate that these areas are managed from a regional perspective. Tt.e sphere of influence proposed by the District is modest, considering the Iarge geographic area which might be included in the District. This conservative approach is - 57 - reasonable since it Is tied to the fiscal capabilities of the District to acquire and manage open space preserves. If, in the future, the District has the resources to acquire land outside this sphere of influence, extension of the sphere should be considered by LAFCO. Neither LAFCO staff nor the District recommend extending the sphere of influence into Santa Cruz County to include lands owned by the District at this time. Such an expansion requires coordination among three LAFCO's (Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and San Mateo) and would extend the review period prior to adoption, thereby lengthening the moratorium imposed by the appellate court decision. V. RECOMMENDATION 1. Consider Lead Agency's Negative Declaration. 2. Establish a sphere of influence for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District to include the existin boundaries of - g' the District plus additional lands:* a) East of Mt. Umunhum b) In the Skyline Corridor c) In the Sunland Park Area of Saratoga * See map for clarification of precise boundaries 17 - mm - 58 - I'momw MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT 375 DISTEL CIRCLE,SUITE D-1,LOS ALTOS,CALIFORNIA 94022 (415)965-4717 January 21, 1985 Joyce Besser-Anderson George Besser Nancy Besser 11491 Old Ranch Road Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 Dear Bessers: Thank you for your letter to the District's Board on the stable issue. As you may know, at their meeting of February 13 the Board approved pursuing a three year lease with Mrs. Fike for continuing the stable operation at its present location. In two years the Board will again review Mrs. Fike ' s operation if a County park site is not found to determine if the stable operation will be phased out or if a long term use will be approved. District staff is not opposed to equestrian use on District lands as can be attested to by staff ' s work with the- Midpeninsula Trails Council and the many hours spent on trail and parking facility planning and construction that accommodates equestrians. Staff 's main objectives have always been to address the environmental impacts and planning constraints this specific stable imposes on the Rogue Valley Canyon area of Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, and to make the stable a viable "public" facility. I apologize for the notice not being posted on the site; this was an oversight on staff' s part. Mrs. Fike and all others interested were mailed notice of the meeting, as the good attendance at the Board meeting will attest. In addition, staff has kept in touch with Mrs. Fike, and she is well aware of her lease obligations, Board minutes on the matter, and our interest in working with her to achieve a viable public operation in the area but with minimal impact on the environment. If you have further questions, please call David Hansen, our Land Manager. Sincerely yours, Herbert Grench General Manager HG:ej cc: - ,. ROSD Board of Directors Beverly Fike 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 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE-19195-M REGULAR SESSION ASSEMBLY BILL No. 601 Introduced by Assembly Member Campbell February 7, 1985 An act to amend and renumber Section 1463-03 of the Penal Code, and to amend Section 5536 of the Public Resources Code, relating to parks and recreation, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST AB 601, as introduced, Campbell. Regional park districts: board member compensation. Under existing law,the board of directors of a regional park district may authorize each of its members to receive a per them up to $100 per day for each attendance at public meetings of the board,subject to a monthly maximum of$500. This bill would define board meetings for purposes of payment of per diem, would limit the per them a board member could receive to a maximum of $100 per day, and retain the $500 per month maximum. The bill would also make technical, nonsubstantive changes. The bill would take effect immediately as an urgency statute. Vote: %. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: no. State-mandated local program: no. The people of the State of California do enact as follows.. I SECTION 1. Section 1463.03 of the Penal Code, as 2 added by Chapter 991 of the Statutes of 1984 is amended 3 and renumbered to read: 4 446a4)3- 99 60 AB 601 —2— —3— AB 601 1 1463.05. Notwithstanding Section 1463, out of moneys I who elects to participate in any plan may also elect to 2 deposited with the county treasurer pursuant to Section 2 have the premium for the plan charged against his or her 3 1463, there shall be transferred once a month, to the 3 per them and may further elect to waive the balance of" 4 treasurer of any recreation and park district in the county 4 the per diem. 5 for deposit in the district fund, an amount equal to 050 5 (c) The board shall fill all vacancies on the board, 6 percent of all fines and forfeitures collected during the 6 including those caused by the death or resignation of a 7 preceding month upon conviction of any person or upon 7 member, or the establishment of new wards; but, 8 the forfeiture of bail from any person arrested or notified 8 whenever a vacancy exists for 30 days, the Governor shall 9 by a peace officer of the district and charged with a 9 fill the vacancy. The person appointed to fill any vacancy 10 violation of any rule, regulation, or ordinance of the 10 shall hold office for the remainder of the unexpired term 11 district committed on property owned, administered, or 11 of his or her predecessor;except that,in the case of newly 12 controlled by the district, and an amount equal to the 12 created wards, the directors shall, prior to making 13 remaining 50 percent shall be transferred into the 13 appointments, determine by lot,for the purpose of fixing 14 general fund of the county. 14 the terms of the first directors to be elected in the wards, 15 SEC. 2. Section 5536 of the Public Resources Code is 15 which ward shall have a four-year term and which ward 16 amended to read: 16 shall have a two-year term, and the persons appointed to 17 5536. (a) The board shall establish rules for its 17 fill vacancies caused by the establishment of new wards 18 proceedings. 18 shall hold office until the next general election following 19 (b) The board may provide, by ordinance or 19 their appointment and until their successors are elected 20 resolution, that each of its members may receive an 20 and qualified for the terms previously determined by lot. 21 amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100) per day 21 SEC. 3. This act is an urgency statute necessary for 22 for each attendance at pttb4e meetings a meeting of the 22 the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, 23 board. For purposes of this section, a meeting of the 23 or safety within the meaning of Article IV of the 24 board includes, but is not limited to, executive sessions of 24 Constitution and shall go into immediate effect. The facts 25 the board, board field trips, district public hearings, or 25 constituting the necessity are: 26 meetings of a committee of the board. The maximum 26 In order to avoid confusion resulting from the 27 compensation allowable to a board member on anygiven 27 inadvertent addition of two provisions with identical 28 day shall be one hundred dollars ($100). Board members 28 code section numbers, and in order to clarify a provision 29 shall not receive any other compensation, and no board 29 authorizing regional park districts to provide for per 30 member shall receive more than five hundred dollars 30 them to members of the board of directors of the district 31 ($500) compensation under this section in any one 31 for attendance at board meetings, at the earliest possible 32 calendar month. A board member may elect to waive the 32 time, it is necessary that this bill take effect immediately. 33 per diem. In addition, the board may provide, by 34 ordinance or resolution, that each of its members not 35 otherwise eligible for an employer-paid or partially 36 employer-paid group medical or group dental plan, or 37 both, may participate in any of those plans available to 0 38 permanent employees of the district on the same terms 39 available to those district employees or on terms and 40 conditions as the board may determine. A board member SENATE BILL No. 360 r Introduced by Senator Lockyer February 7, 1985 An act to amend Section 5536 of the Public Resources Code, relating to parks and recreation. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST SB 360, as introduced, Lockyer. Regional park district: board: vacancies. (1) Under existinglaw, whenever a vacant exis ts for 3 0 Y days on the board of directors of a regional park district, regional park and open-space district, or regional open-space district, and the board has not filled the vacancy, the Governor is required to fill that vacancy. A person appointed to fill any vacancy on the board is required to hold office for the remainder of the unexpired term of that member's predecessor, except in the case of newly created wards. This bill would revise these provisions to instead provide that, if a vacancy exists on the board for more than 60 days, the board of supervisors of the county representing the larger portion of the district would be authorized to fill the vacancy. The bill would also provide that the person appointed to fill the vacancy will hold office until the next district general election. (2) Article XIII B of the California Constitution and Sections 2231 and 2234 of the Revenue and Taxation Code require the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Other provisions require the Department of Finance to review statutes disclaiming these costs and provide, in certain cases, for making claims to the State Board of Control for reimbursement. This bill would impose a state-mandated local program by providing that a person appointed to fill a vacancy on a ss so 1 1 I J SB 360 —2— —3— SB 360 regional park district board holds office only until the next 1 against his or her per diem and may further elect to waive district general election. 2 the balance of the per diem. The bill would provide that no appropriation is made by 3 (c) The board shall fill all vacancies on the board, this act for the purpose of making reimbursement pursuant to 4 including those caused by the death or resignation of a the constitutional mandate or Section 2231 or 2234,but would 5 member, or the establishment of new wards; but, recognize that local agencies and school districts may pursue 6 whenever a vacancy exists for 90 60 days, the Gevennef their other available remedies to seek reimbursement for 7 sly the wtefey board of supervisors of the county these costs. 8 representing the larger portion of the district area in (3) Notwithstanding Section 2231.5 of the Revenue and 9 which the election to fill the vacancy will be held may fill Taxation Code, this act does not contain a repealer, as 10 the vacancy. The person appointed to fill any vacancy required by that section; therefore, the provisions of this act 11 shall hold office few the f� efthe }}fir-ed - shall remain in effect unless and until they are amended or 12 of his of hef p3 edgy�.�pt -ift the ease of nay repealed by a later enacted act. 13 ell wiEtf Vote: majority. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: yes. 14 ; pf� to det e� by 4et, b �the pu-r- se erg Rxing State-mandated local program: yes. 15 the,terms e€the f}r-st 41fee to be eleeted ift the waf& 16 W wffl�d s e a €etrr-lye w t mil } The people of the State of California do enact as follows: 17 sal have&twe/Yeff t=-�ftf14 the 18 yes effusec4 pie &pp�� to the e � �- -� e€new wrrfs 1 SECTION 1. Section 5536 of the Public Resources 19 sly}he4d ef-fiee ttfttil the genera eleet-i,,,, €a11e, 2 Code is amended to read: 20 t-hei tip� > "tjl t-h,. 3 5536. (a) The board shall establish rules for its 21 c1uff4i4ed ff�f the t-erus pfieN`ie � by l d 4 proceedings. 22 until the next district general election and thereafter 5 (b) The board may provide, by ordinance or 23 until the person elected at the election to fill the vacancy 6 resolution, that each of its members may receive an 24 has been qualified. 7 amount not to exceed one hundred dollars ($100) per day 25 SEC. 2. Notwithstanding Section 6 of Article XIII B of 8 for each attendance at public meetings of the board. 26 the California Constitution and Section 2231 or 2234 of 9 Board members shall not receive any other 27 the Revenue and Taxation Code, no appropriation is 10 compensation, and no board member shall receive more 28 made by this act for the purpose of making 11 than five hundred dollars ($500) compensation under 29 reimbursement pursuant to these sections. It is 12 this section in any one calendar month. A board member 30 recognized, however, that a local agency or school 13 may elect to waive the per diem. In addition, the board 31 district may pursue any remedies to obtain 14 may provide, by ordinance or resolution, that each of its 32 reimbursement available to it under Chapter 3 15 members not otherwise eligible for an employer-paid or 33 (commencing with Section 2201) of Part 4 of Division 1 16 partially employer-paid group medical or group dental, 34 of that code. 17 plan, or both, may participate in any of those plans 35 SEC. 3. Notwithstanding Section 2231.5 of the 18 available to permanent employees of the district on the 36 Revenue and Taxation Code, this act does not contain a 19 same terms available to those district employees or on 37 repealer, as required by that section; therefore, the 20 terms and conditions as the board may determine. A 38 provisions of this act shall remain in effect unless and 21 board member who elects to participate in any plan may 39 until they are amended or repealed by a later enacted 22 also elect to have the premium for the plan charged' 40 act. 0 CIADis No. 85-04 Meeting 85-04 MIDPENINSULA _,EGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Date: Feb. 27, 1985 C L A I M S # Amount Name Description 7984 33.97 Baker Graphics, Inc. Map Reproduction 7985 42.50 L. Craig Britton Reimbursement--Partial Membership Dues 7986 900.00 California Advocates, Inc. Legislative Consultant for February 7987 4,000.00 Clevenger Realty Apprisal Co. Appraisal Services 7988 64.54 El Monte Stationers Office Supplies 7989 26.63 Ewert's Photo Projector Equipment 7990 480.00 First American Title Insurance Co. Title Insurance for Lohr and Guenther 7991 41.60 First Interstate Bank Paying Agent Fees 7992 318.75 Frahm, Edler and Cannis Engineering Services 7993 3.05 General Services California Permit Handbook 7994 50.01 Graphicstat, Inc. Artwork Reproduction 7995 26.48 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Meal Conference 7996 63.60 G.T.E. Directories Phone Book Listing 7997 100.00 Mary Gundert Reimbursement--Educational Assistance 17998 42.62 1 Harbinger Communications Computer Services �7999 135.15 Hawkins Traffic Safety Supply Custom Signs 000 11.31 Image Technology Overlay for Master Plan 8001 21.73 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies 8002 55.00 Joyce Nicholas Reimbursement--Conference Registration Fee and 11,16al Conference 8003 15.00 On-Line Business Systems, Inc. Delivery Services 8004 6,712.12 Pinkerton's, Inc. January Guard Service 9005 165.00 Fred Pryor Seminars Seminar for Emma Johnson 3006 165,000.00 County Clerk--Santa Clara Co. Court Deposit for Dooley Property 3007 35.00 Scribner Graphic Press, Inc. Typesetting B008 300.00 John H. Tallett Legal Services 3009 98.00 William Tannenbaum Reimbursement--Seminar Fee 3010 6,205.89 2M Associates Skyline Master Plan 3011 500.O(Vc U. S. Postmaster Postage for Meter 31012 18.00 University of Wisconsin Press Subscription 3013 314.96 Xerox Corporation Maintenance Agreement for January *Issued as an emergency check on February 21, 1985 CLAIMS No. 85-04 meeting 85-04 MIDPENINSULA ..EGI©NAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Date: Feb. 27, 1985 C L A I M S REVISED # Amount Name Description 7984 33.97 Baker Graphics, Inc. Map Reproduction .7985 42.50 L. Craig Britton Reimbursement--Partial 11mbership Dues 7986 900.00 California Advocates, Inc. Legislative Consultant for February 7987 4,000.00 Clevenger Realty Apprisal Co. Appraisal Services 7988 64.54 El Ibnte Stationers Office Supplies 7989 26.63 Ewert's Photo Projector Equipment 7990 480.�0 First American Title Insurance Co. Title Insurance for Lohr and Guenther 7991 14441/60 First Interstate Bank Paying Agent Fees 7992 318.75 Frahm, Edler and Cannis Engineering Services 7993 3.05 General Services California Permit Handbook 7994 50.01 Graphicstat, Inc. Artwork Reproduction 7995 26.48 Herbert Grench Reimbursement-41bal Conference 7996 63.60 G.T.E. Directories Phone Book Listing 17997 100.00 Mary Gundert Reimbursement--Educational Assistance i7998 42.62 Harbinger Cormnmications Computer Services 7999 135.15 Hawkins Traffic Safety Supply Custom Signs `8000 11.31 Image Technology Overlay for Master Plan 001 21.73 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies 8002 55.00 Joyce Nicholas Reimbursement--Conference Registration Fee and Meal Conference 8003 15.00 On-Line Business Systems, Inc. Delivery Services 5004 6,712.12 Pinkerton's, Inc. January Guard Service 8005 165.00 Fred Pryor Seminars Seminar for Emma Johnson 8006 165,000.00 County Clerk--Santa Clara Co. Court Deposit for Dooley Property 3007 35.00 Scribner Graphic Press, Inc. Typesetting 3008 300.00 John H. Tallett Legal Services 3009 98.00 William Tannenbaum Reimbursement--Seminar Fee 3010 6,205.89 2M Associates Skyline Master Plan 5011 500.00* U. S. Postmaster Postage for Meter 3012 18.00 University of Wisconsin Press Subscription 3013 314.96 Xerox Corporation Maintenance Agreement for January 3014 174.67 Petty Cash Office and Art Supplies, Private Vehicle Expense and Meal Conferences 3015 300.00 Susan Cretekos Patrol Services *Issued as an emergency check.on February 21, 1985 CMAIMS No. 85-05 • Meeting 85-05 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Date: March 13, 1985 REVISED C L A I M S TM Amount. Name Description 3016 12.40 Amerigas Tank Rental 8017 411.48 A T & T Telephone Service 8018 286.32 James Boland Reimbursement--Professional Conf_erenc 8019 350.00 Louis Bordi Contractor Road Repairs 8020 278.00 L. Craig Britton Reimbursement-Seminar Registration 8021 75.44 Bullard Safetv west Field Equipment 8022 110.00 U. C. Berkeley Extension Tuition Fee--Alice CLmmings 8023 50.00 State Treasurer of California Fee for Note Review 3024 63.09 California Water Service Co. Water Service 8025 386.00 Camden Rental Co. . Machine Rental 8026 51.82 David Camp Reimbursement--Private Vehicle 8027 138.00 Cardillo Travel Systems T. Henshaw Travel Expense 8028 54,657.00 Central Fence Company Fence--Los Gatos Creek Park 8029 213.00 Comaamications Research Co. Radio Tbintenance 8030 572.38 Creegan & D'Angelo Fence Plans--Los Gatos Creek Park 8031 51.30 Crest Copies Blueprints 8032 139.29 Alice Curmings Reimbursement--Private Vehicle and Supplies 8033 239,$3 Discount Office Supply Office Supplies 8034 586.08 Pete Ellis Dodge Truck Repairs 8035 49.70 Evans Sharp-All Shop Sharpening Service and Tools 8036 166.00 First American Title Guaranty Co. Preliminary Title Report 8037 324.42 First Interstate Bank Paying Agent Fees 8038 500.00 Foss & Associates February Consulting Fee 8039 77.30 Sandra Gimbal Reimbursement--Private Vehicle and Drafting Supplies 8040 335.47 The Graphic Source Silk Screened Paps 8041 179.27 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Professional Conference and Subscription 8042 57.89 Mary Gundert Reimbursement--Private Vehicle and Drafting Supplies 8043 288.72 Ernestine Henshaw Reimbursement--Conference Expense 8044 636.14 Honeywell Protection Services Alarm Installation and Service 8045 25.93 Hubbard 6: Johnson Field Supplies 3046 161.02 The Hub Schneider's Ranger Uniform CLAD-IS No. 85-05 Meeting 85-05 Date: 'March 13, l� REVISED n � == Name Description 8047 212.18 Kelly Services Temporary Office Help 8048 24.00 Landscape Architecture Subscription 8049 480.00 Los Altos Garbage Co. Dumpster Service 8050 12.58 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies 8051 28.65 Lund Equipment Co. Key Inventory and Storage System 8052 63.90 Charlotte MacDonald Reimbursement--Color Enlargement 8053 284.36 Meredith Newspapers Advertisement and Subscription 8054 83.57 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies 8055 19.09 Mobil Oil Co. Fuel for District Vehicles- 8.056 . 45.00 National Recreation Park Assc. Subscription . 8057 13.10 Norney's Office Supplies I'r 8058 45.00 Stanley Norton Telephone and 17eal Conference Expens. 8059 1,2kV On Line Business Systems Computer Processing 8060 56=51 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 8061 329.83 Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Utilities 8062 160.92 Pacific Hardware Field Supplies 8063 3.05 City of Palo Alto Utilities Utilities 8064 1120.00 Palo Alto Weekly Advertisement 8065 ==,Q � Peninsula Oil Co. Fuel for District Vehicles $066 80.22 Pitney Bowes Postage Pieter Rental and Supplies $067 68.82 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies 8068 4,700.00 Kurt L. Reitman & Assc. Appraisal Services 8069 35.00 Eric Remington Honorarium for Docent Training 8070 8.25 San Francisco Examiner Subscription 8071 326.40 San Francisco Newspaper Agency Advertisement 8072 101.08 San Francisco 14ater Dept. Water Service 8073 506.76 San Jose P-Sercury News Advertisement 8074 165,000.00 Santa Clara County Clerk Court Deposit for Dooley Property 8075 80.00 Santa Clara County Health Dept. Storage Permit Fee 8076 103.84 Scribner Graphics Printing 8077 318.25 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Tools and Repairs 8078 10,025.00 S.G.S. , Inc. Bachtold Demolition 8079 276.02 Shell Oil Co. Fuel and Repairs for District Vehicle 8080 15.52 Skyline Co. Water District Water Service 8081 69.00 Skyline Ranch Utilities x CLAIMS No. 85-05 Meeting 85-05 Date: March 13, 1985 REVISED Amount Name Description 8082 5,000.00 Standard & Poor's Corporation Bond Rating Services 8083 480.00 State Board of Equalization Annexation Fee 8084 2.66 S & W Equipment Co. Field Supplies - 8085 195.00 William S. Tarmenbaun Reimbursement--Seminar Registration 8086 35.00 Mary Lou Taylor Honorarium for Docent TrainiM 8087 481.40 Times Tribune Advertisements 8088 38.42 Tools-R-Us Field Supplies 8089 26.61 David Topley Reimbursement--Uniform 8090 108.80 The Travel Place Out of Town Meeting--Herbert Grench 8091 130.97 Union Oil Company Fuel for District Vehicles 8092 900.00 U. S. Postmaster Meter Postage and Newsletter Returns 8093 275.98 Uno Graphics Brochures 8094 44.73 Lisa Varney Reimbursement--Uniform 8095 59.25 Sandra Voorhees Reimbursement--Private Vehicle 8096 248.83 Ellis Wallace Reimbursement--Private Vehicle and Training Classes 8097 45.00 Western Interpreters Assc. Subscription 8098 25,000.00 Western Title Insurance Co. Purchase of Lease--Quinn-Mt-Ewen 8099 102.24 West Publishing Co. Resource Documents 8100 83.65 West Tek Supply, Inc. . Fuel Storage Pipe 8101 58.58 ZZZ Sanitation Equipment Rental 8102 500.00%= U. S. Postmaster Postage for Meter 8103 150.00-' Swan Graphics, Inc. Typesetting 8104 175.86 Petty Cash Private Vehicle, Meal Conferences, Film Processing, and Field Supplies Issued as an emergency check on March 11, 1985 *'Issued as an emergency check on March 12, 1985 ClAnis No. 85-04 Meeting 85-04 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Date: Feb. 27, 1985 C L A I M S REVISED Amount Name Description 7984 33.97 Baker Graphics, Inc. Map Reproduction 7985 42.50 L. Craig Britton Reimburs ewnt-_partial Membership Dues 900.00 California Advocates, Inc. Legislative Consultant for February 17987 4,000.00 Clevenger Realty Apprisal Co. Appraisal Services '7988 64.54 El Monte Stationers Office Supplies 7989 26.63 Ewert's Photo Projector Equipment 7990 48 First American Title Insurance Co. Title Insurance for Lahr and Guenther 7991 41.60 First Interstate Bank Paying Agent Fees 7992 318.75 Frahm, Edler and Cannis Engineering Services 7993 3.05 General Services California Permit Handbook 7994 50.01 Graphicstat, Inc. Artwork Reproduction 7995 26.48 Herbert Grench Reimbursement-_Meal Conference 7996 63.60 G.T.E. Directories Phone Book Listing 7997 100.00 Mary Gundert Reimbursement--Educational Assistance 7998 42.62 Harbinger Conrunications Computer Services 7999 135.15 Hawkins Traffic Safety Supply Custom Signs 'BOOO 11.31 Image Technology Overlay for Master Plan B001 21.73 Los Altos Stationers Office Supplies 5002 55.00 Joyce Nicholas Reimbursement--Conference Registration Fee and Meal Conference 3003 15.00 On-Line Business System, Inc. Delivery Services 3004 6,712.12 Pinkerton's, Inc. January Guard Service W5 165.00 Fred Pryor Seminars Seminar for Emma Johnson Claim 800 delet during Board Meeting 1007 35.00 Scribner Graphic Press, Inc. Typesetting 008 300.00 John H. Tallett Legal Services 09 98.00 William Tannenbaum Reimbursement--Seminar Fee R010 6,205.89 2M Associates Skyline Master Plan 011 500.00 U. S. Postmaster Postage for Meter '012 18.00 University of Wisconsin Press Subscription 013 314.96 Xerox Corporation Maintenance Agreement for January 014 174.67 Petty Cash Office and Art Supplies, Private Vehicle Expense and Meal Conferences 015 300.00 Susan Cretekos Patrol Services *Issued as an emergency check on February 21, 1985