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Home My Public Portal About19920812 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 92-19 Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 92-19 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS A G E N D A 7 : 30 P .M. 201 San Antonio Circle Wednesday Building C - Suite 135 August 12 , 1992 Mountain View , Calif . (7 : 30) * ROLL CALL, ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public* * ADOPTION OF AGENDA ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR --- R . McKibbin APPROVAL OF MINUTES June 29 , 1992 (Consent Item) July 8 , 1992 (Consent Item) July 22 , 1992 (Consent Item) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Consent Item) BOARD BUSINESS (7 : 45) 1 . 1991-1992 Program Evaluation -- H. Grench (8 : 45) 2 . Classification, Salary, and Fringe Benefit Study Ralph Anderson & Associates -- H. Grench INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff REVISED CLAIMS (Consent Item) CLOSED SESSION (Litigation , Land Negotiations , Labor Negotiations , and Personnel Matters) ADJOURNMENT *NOTE: Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of order. 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 - FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will jDVjte public comment on agenda items at the time each item is considered by the Board of Directors. You may address the Board concerning other matters during oral communications. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3 minutes. When recognized, please begin by stating your name and address. Please fill out the speaker's form so your name and address can be accurately included in the minutes. Alternately, you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates. *** All items on the consent calendar shall be approved without discussion by one motion unless a Board member removes an item from the consent calendar for fp�qi.qte discussion. A member of tbe_public may zccztest utader anal communications that an item be removed from the consent calendar. NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS The 20tb Anniversary Committee will meet Wednesday, August 19, 1992 beginning at 1:30 P.M. at the District Office. The purpose of the meeting will be to plan special events for the District's 20tb anniversary. A public workshop for the Use and Management Plan for El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve will be held Thursday, August 27, 1992 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. The workshop location will be at the Gordon Mill Trailhead located on the west side of Skyline Boulevard, 2.9 miles north of Highway 84, or 2. 7 miles south of Kings Mountain Road. Look for red balloons hanging on the gate (CM03). Drive through the gate, and up the road to the left. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 92-18 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS July 22 , 1992 MINUTES I . ROLL CALL President Robert McKibbin called the meeting to order at 7 : 33 P.M. Members Present: Nonette Hanko, Robert McKibbin, Betsy Crowder, Teena Henshaw, Ginny Babbitt, Richard Bishop, and Katherine Duffy. Personnel Present : Herbert Grench, Malcolm Smith, Jean Fiddes , Randy Anderson, Del Woods , John Escobar, Stanley Norton, and Joan Combs . II . PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Members of Cub Scout Pack 74 of Los Altos led the Pledge of Allegiance and led the singing of "America the Beautiful . " R. McKibbin noted that Pack 74 members had installed bluebird boxes at Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve as a project. III . ORAL COMMUNICATIONS R. W. Caughlan, 10836 W. Loyola Drive, Los Altos Hills , requested a copy of the appraisal for the Vidovich property prepared by Robert C . Reese of Carneghi-Bautovich & Partners, Inc. S . Norton stated that the matter was still in litigation, the contract not completed, and escrow not closed, and that the appraisal was , in his opinion, not yet a public document. Mr . Caughlan stated that he felt the document was public information. Harry Block, P.O. Box 2577 , Sunnyvale , requested a copy of the appraisal , stating that the matter had come before Judge Richard Tyrone on March 12 , 1992 , and that the judge , having been advised that a settlement agreement had been executed, dismissed the action in its entirety. Shari Emling, 11853 Murietta Lane , Los Altos Hills , said that the Board is liable for what the organization does . S . Norton stated that there is no liability attending a legislative body or individual members of that body. Meeting 92-18 Page 2 Ed Seaman, 11519 Arroyo Oaks , Los Altos Hills , asked if there was a legal reason for not releasing the Vidovich property appraisal . R. Bishop replied that it was the Board' s custom not to release such a document until litigation has been concluded. Mr. Seaman requested that the appraisal document be released. IV. ADOPTION OF AGENDA The agenda was adopted by Board consensus . V. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR N. Hanko requested that the minutes of the June 24 , 1992 meeting and the fourth agenda item (Authorization for CalTrans to Enter District Lands to Complete Certain Drainage Improvements) removed from the consent calendar. B. Crowder requested that the seventh agenda item (Authorization to Solicit Driveway Relocation Bids (La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve) removed from the consent calendar. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board adopt the consent calendar, as amended, including Written Communications , Amendment to Rules of Procedure for Financial Instrument Signatories and Revision of Authorized Signatories for District Accounts (Resolution 92-35 Amending Rules of Procedure; Resolution 92-36 Establishing Financial Instrument Signatories of the District for Santa Clara County Accounts ; Resolution 92-37 Authorizing Signing and Endorsing Checks and Other Instruments for Checking Account (First Interstate Bank of California - Los Altos; and Resolution 92-38 Authorizing Signing of Payroll Checks for Payroll Checking Account (First Interstate Bank of California -Los Altos) and Revised Claims . T. Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . VI . APPROVAL OF MINUTES June 24 , 1992 N. Hanko referred to page 3 , paragraph 2 of the minutes , and stated that she wanted to ensure that the General Manager be apprised of the need to develop a system for renewing the water and repeater rights opinion. S . Norton requested his name be added to personnel present at the meeting. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board approve the minutes of June 24 , 1992 as amended. T. Henshaw seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . ------------------------------- Meeting 92-18 Page 3 VII. BOARD BUSINESS A. Award of Bid for Eucalyptus Tree Removal at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve (Report R-92-86) J. Escobar reviewed the public bid process results , noting that bids had been higher than predicted. He said an on-site meeting had been held June 24 with approximately 15 people attending. He said that suggested options to removal of the trees included safety pruning, cabling, and rerouting of trail , and said that the arborist recommends removal because of safety considerations , noting that safety pruning prolongs the potential hazard. D. Woods stated that moving the trail would involve excessive grading within the creek corridor . He said there were approximately 80 native trees within the corridor, and that a tree canopy will remain. J. Escobar reviewed the staff recommendation, and said that the arborist ' s revegetation plan would be available at the next meeting. T. Henshaw suggested clean up after the tree removal would be an ideal volunteer project, perhaps giving some of the wood to the volunteers. H. Grench said it was necessary to clarify what the bidders intend to do with the cut wood, including possible resale. J. Escobar said that cutting the wood would require large chain saws and powered wood splitters , and therefore would not be a suitable volunteer project. H. Grench said that the bid specifications had not specified final disposition of the wood. Ed Seaman, 11519 Arroyo Oaks , Los Altos Hills , suggested using prison labor for cleanup. J. Escobar said that professional workers were needed for this project, to allow for the preserve being closed for the shortest period of time possible. N. Hanko said that the District should be prepared for public reaction to the tree removal . She reviewed a report she had obtained from another arborist, John Nicholas , noting his findings supported those of Barry Coates and Associates , the arborists engaged by the District. Al Hastings, 3940 Grove Avenue, Palo Alto, encouraged saving the owl tree for another year. J. Escobar said that the work would be done in two stages : from the permit lot to the farm gate , and then the Deer Hollow Farm area. He estimated that each Meeting 92-18 Page 4 stage would take about a week. H. Grench reported that he had received a call from Marge Harris , Georgia Street, Palo Alto, expressing her concern that the owl tree be preserved. N. Hanko recommended that the preserve be signed at the parking lot to warn users of the tree work, especially visitors with baby strollers . Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board accept the lowest responsible bid of $36 , 210 from S .P. McClenahan Co. , Inc . of Portola Valley for the removal of 19 eucalyptus trees and the safety pruning of one eucalyptus tree that is a nesting site for a great horned owl . R. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board authorize the General Manager to enter into a contract for performance of the work. R. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . B. Informational Report to the Board on Requirements and Response for the Americans with Disabilities Act (Report R-92-80) R. Anderson reviewed the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements , noting that the Act was basically self-policing. He said that compliance requires a great deal of interpretation, particularly for open space agencies . He said that the Act specifies mainstreamed access , but does not require that basic services be altered in a fundamental way. He reported that the completion deadline for the Transition Plan, which involved identifying physical obstacles and identifying steps for implementation, was July 26 , 1992 . R. Anderson noted that the District already achieves basic compliance, and District staff will take note of remaining barriers . He said that the District' s self-evaluation must be completed by January 26 , 1993 . He said that considerable staff time would be involved in putting together a list of organizations concerned with disabilities and scheduling a series of workshops starting in September. B. Crowder said that a good faith effort to provide greater accessibility to the physically challenged has been made by the District in the past, and recommended complying with the Act with the least possible disruption. Meeting 92-18 Page 5 C. Authorization for CalTrans to Enter District Lands to Complete Certain Drainage Improvements (Report R-92-87) In response to a question from N. Hanko, J. Escobar pointed out the areas on Russian Ridge and Thornewood Open Space Preserves where the work would be done. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board authorize the President of the Board of Directors to execute the CalTrans Permit to Enter. B . Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . D. Recision of Agreement to Purchase Corte Madera Partnership Property as a Proposed Addition to _Windy Hill Open Space Preserve (Report E,-92-q.5) H. Grench reviewed the May 27 , 1992 acquisition agreement, noting that the partnership had since been reorganized and that major changes to the agreement were requested being by the new partners . He said that as a result of the reorganization, escrow did not close and no extension of the escrow period was agreed to by the parties. S. Norton said that since there was never a contract, rescinding carries no liability, and that staff will return to the Board when and if the agreement is renegotiated. R. Bishop said that it was important to take the recommended action at this time in order to keep the District ' s options open and until the District ' s financial situation is clarified. Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board adopt Resolution 92-39 , a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Rescinding Resolution 92- 23 , dated May 27 , 1992, Declaring Null and Void Real Property Transfer Agreement, and Authorizing General Manager to Give Appropriate Notice (Windy Hill Open Space Preserve - Lands of Corte Madera, a Partnership) . G. Babbitt seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . E. Scheduling of 20th Anniversary Board Member Hikes (Report R-92-83) B. Crowder reviewed staff ' s report to the 20th Anniversary Committee on the Skyline Ridge event . She said that the November 7 Founders ' Day event will be self-supporting and will be held at the University Club in Palo Alto. B. Crowder said that a letter of invitation to a Board member hike had been drafted by M. Smith to be sent to Meeting 92-18 Page 6 elected officials . N. Hanko suggested that each Board member might wish to personalize the letter , and said that she preferred to first determine availability of officials by phone, and then send a confirmation letter. M. Smith reminded the Board that firm dates needed to be set so that field staff could be informed. N. Hanko said that she favored inviting citizens as well as council members . K. Duffy suggested group lunches at the District office for officials . F. Authorization to Solicit Driveway Relocation Bids (La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve) (Report R-92- 84) In response to a question from N. Hanko, R. Anderson stated that the driveway relocation will provide access for District patrol vehicles, but no public access . S . Norton stated that the relocation was part of the stipulated court settled, and that the neighbors favor the relocation. Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board authorize staff to advertise for bids to relocate the Weeks driveway on La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve. G. Babbitt seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 . The Board recessed at 9: 30 P.M. and reconvened at 9 : 43 P.M. G. Bay Trail Slide Show D. Woods presented a slide show on the San Francisco Bay Trail prepared for the South Bay Trail Forum and as an educational tool for other environmental groups . VIII . INFORMATIONAL REPORTS J. Fiddes announced that the nomination period opened on July 13 for the election of a director in Wards 3, 4 , and 7 . H. Grench announced that the date for the No-So-Annual Conference is Saturday, November 21, hosted by Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District. B. Crowder reported that the Docent Recognition Event at Thornewood Open Space Preserve on July 18 was attended by approximately 70 people. T. Henshaw said that she had cards available to send to Congressman Mineta stating opposition to any commercial aviation at Moffett Field. Meeting 92-18 Page 7 H. Grench reported that he and Director Duffy will meet with David Knapp and a Los Gatos Town Council member to discuss pending litigation with the Town of Los Gatos regarding their central Los Gatos redevelopment project. H. Grench announced that the projected move date to the new office is August 28 . H. Grench recommended that the August 12 regular meeting include an Action Plan study session, and solicited the Board' s ideas for discussion topics . In response to a question from K. Duffy, H. Grench said that the job specifications resulting from the salary study are in the final review process , and that the consultant ' s salary recommendations will be reviewed by the management team. He said that the Budget Committee will also review the recommendations prior to review by the full Board. H. Grench reported that he had received inquiries concerning contributions towards the Vidovich property acquisition, and said that he had consulted with Peninsula Open Space Trust concerning the possibility of POST taking the lead or lending assistance to a fund raising effort. He said that POST had declined because of its commitment to the Phleger acquisition project, but would be willing to meet with a citizens ' fund raising group. H. Grench reported on the status of the state budget crisis , and said that there is still a chance that the District may get an exemption from having its funding cut, as property tax is its only stable source of income. M. Smith reported that he and H. Grench had attended the Bay Area Open Space Council workshop in Walnut Creek on July 14 . R. Anderson announced an on-site workshop at El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve on Wednesday, August 19, and said that the workshop will be publicized in the Kings Mountain Echo. J. Escobar reported an accident involving an equestrian and bicyclist at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve; a bicycle accident at El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve; and a search for a missing person at Rancho San Antonio County Park and Preserve involving more than 50 searchers . H. Grench reported that he had given a presentation about the District to a meeting hosted by the Trust for Public Land honoring the American-Japanese Environmental Forum. The meeting was attended by four guests from Japan. Meeting 92-18 Page 8 In response to a question from R. McKibbin, S. Norton said that the Kopp bill, now in legislation, would revise the Brown Act, and he reviewed the legal definition of what constitutes a meeting of the Board. IX. CLOSED SESSION S . Norton announced that existing litigation, MROSD vs. Vidovich and MROSD vs Monte Sereno Estates and Vylon Management Corporation, and a claim against the District to be discussed in closed session fell under Government Code Section 54956 .9, (a) and bl) . The Board recessed to Closed Session on litigation matters at 10 : 45 P.M. X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11 :45 P.M. Joan Combs Secretary Claims No. 92-13 Meeting 92-18 Date: July 22, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description 2843 975.02 Acme & Sons Sanitation Sanitation Services 2844 3.79 Altos Print & Copy Photocopying 2845 3,022.33 Alves Petroleum, Inc. Fuel 2846 43.30 American Printing & Copying Printing 2847 41.84 American Welding Supply Welding Supplies 2848 1,210.00 Andreini Bros. , Inc. Driveway Maintenance-SI-kyline 2849 102.80 A T & T Maintenance Agreement 2850 267.33 Audio Visual Discounts Public Address Svstem Rental 2851 689.57 Bailev's Western Division Field Eauir-ment 2852 1,846.88 Best Sanitation Sanitation Services 2853 211.35 BioQuest Wildlife Consultation--Jacques Ridge 2854 823.50 Bluer & Zlotoff Legal Services 2855 971.00 Breon, O'Donnell, Miller, Brown Legal Services & Dannis 2856 227.56 Bridge Radio Services Radio Repairs 2857 1,050.00 BFI Builders Debris Box Service Dempster Rental 2858 300.00 Sarah Butterfield, Scott Miller, Music-Docent Appreciation Event and Joan Butterfield 59 137.90 Cabela's Inc. Uniform Expense �60 226.04 California Water Service Comranv Water Service 2861 26.00 California State Park & Recreation Resource Documents 2862 165.00 Campbell's Towing Vehicle Towing 2863 2,711.00 Cannis Consulting Engineers Engineering Services 2864 34.83 Central Stationers Office Supplies 2865 124.80 Clark's Auto Parts/Machine Shoo Vehicle Parts 2866 100.00 Coastside Proflame Propane Fuel 2867 29.71 Annette Coleman Reimbursement--Field Supplies 2868 279.91 Can Svstems Telephone Service 2869 950.00 Communication Strategies Telecommunications Consulting Services 2870 39.78 Contempory Engraving Company Badges 2871 30.00 Edward L. Core-kin Rerairs--EnterDrise 2872 9,546.57 Corporate Environments, Inc. Office Furniture-Distel Circle 2873 30.00 County Park and Recreation Membership Dues Director's Association 2874 225.73 Crest Cordes, Inc. Bluelines and Photocoavim 2875 388.46 Alice Cummings Private Vehicle Expense 2876 5,250.00 Dana Property Analysis Appraisal Services 2877 20.40 East Palo Alto Water District Water Service 2878 64.50 Federal Express Corooration Express Mail 2879 :2,607.35 First American Title Insurance Title Insurance Company 2880 385.00 First Interstate Bank Note Paying Agent--1982 Notes 2881 1,014.00 David B Fisher Legal Services '82 253.53 Foothill Safety, Inc. Protective Uniform Expense \--383 - 118.49 Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Storage Rack for Field Office 2884 3,095.70 Robert M. Garcia Consulting Services--Distel Circle 2885 318.63 Gibson Studios Artwork *F}nergency check issued on July 15, 1992. Claims No. 92-13 Meetina 92-18 Date: July 22, 1992 REVISF3i MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description ------- ------------------------------ 2886 1064.82 Goodco Press Printina 2887 14.50 Granhistat, Inc. Artwork 2888 150.00 Herbert Grench Reimbursement-Out-of-Town Meeting Expense 2889 64.82 Carol Hankermeyer Reimbursement--Miscellaneous Expenses 2890 329.00 Honeywell Protection Services Burglar Alarm Maintenance 2891 159.28 Image Technology, Inc. Transparencies and Map Enlargements 2892 28.50 Travis Jensen Reimbursement--Educational Assistance 2893 59.80 Emma Johnson Reimbursement--Office Supplies 2894 16.28 The Ed Jones CcmDanv Badges 2895 147.66 Lab Safety Supply, Inc. Hazardous Material Containers 2896 100.00 La Honda Vista Water Company Water Service 2897 200.00 Lopez Gardening Service Gardening Service--Distel Circle 2898 755.71 Los Altos Garbage Company DumDster Rental 2899 200.00 Maganals Building Maintenance Janitorial Services--Distel Circle 2900 50.00 Meyers, Nave, Riback & Silver Legal Services 2901 459.11 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies and Eauiment 2902 15.00 Ralph Molica Reimbursement--Educational Assistance 2903 324.75 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 2904 71.25 Norney's of Mountain View Office Supplies 0805 1,041.95 Office Depot Office Supplies 36 543.17 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies 2907 1,369.06 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 2908 1,796.96 Page & Turnbull, Inc. Architectural Services--Picchett4L 2909 113.30 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Sign Artwork and Blueprints 2910 330.60 Peninsula Newspaper Group Advertisement 2911 524.70 Peninsula Times Tribune Advertisement 2912 23,310.00 Plan Construction Company Picchetti Barn Restoration 2913 69.07 Porter Rents Chair Rental--Docent Appreciation Event 2914 562.24 Rich's Tire Service Tires 2915 2,028.35 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs 2916 225.96 San Jose Mercury News Advertisement and Subscription 2917 152.90 David Sarvuinetti Reimbursement--Field Supplies 2918 88.32 Skyline County Water District Water Service 2919 457.29 Smith Eauirment Tractor Rerairs and Parts 2920 E5,429.42 The Steinberg Group Architectural Services--Distel Circle 2921 5,325.70 Summit Springs Design Skyline Ridge Development Project 2922 258.66 Summit Uniforms Uniform Exoense 2923 37.48 Systems for Public Safety Resource Documents 2924 212.20 Taylor Rental Equipment Rental 2925 3,064.00 Teater and Etc. Artwork and Slides 2926 190.17 United Parcel Service Mailing Services 2927 500.00 University Club of Palo Alto Deposit--Anniversary Event 2928 135.79 Unocal Fuel 2929 284.54 WearGuard Uniform Expense 9930 70.37 West Publishing Company Resource Documents 31 48.71 Word Products Office Supplies 2932 40.00 Joan Young Reimbursement--Training Workshop **Emergency check issued on July 17, 1992. Claims No. 92-13 Meeting 92-18 Date: July 22, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description 2843 975.02 Acme & Sons Sanitation Sanitation Services 2844 3.79 Altos Print & Copy Photocopying 2845 3,022.33 Alves Petroleum, Inc. Fuel 2846 43.30 American Printing & Copying Printing 2847 41.84 American Welding Supply Welding Supplies 2848 1,210.00 Andreini Bros. , Inc. Driveway Maintenance--Skyline 2849 102.80 A T & T Maintenance Agreement 2850 267.33 Audio Visual Discounts Public Address System Rental 2851 689.57 Bailey's Western Division Field Eauirmnt 2852 1,846.88 Best Sanitation Sanitation Services 2853 211.35 BioQuest Wildlife Consultation--Jacques Ridge 2854 823.50 Bluer & Zlotoff Legal Services 2855 971.00 Brown, O'Donnell, Miller, Brown Legal Services & Dannis 2856 227.56 Bridge Radio Services Radio Repairs 2857 1,050.00 BFI Builders Debris Box Service DumDster Rental 2858 300.00 Sarah Butterfield, Scott Miller, Music-Docent Appreciation Event and Joan Butterfield 137.90 Cabela's Inc. Uniform Expense d60 226.04 California Water Service Company Water Service 2861 26.00 California State Park & Recreation Resource Documents 2862 165.00 Campbell's Towing Vehicle Towing 2863 2,711.00 Cannis Consulting Engineers Engineering Services 2864 34.83 Central Stationers Office Supplies 2865 124.80 Clark's Auto Parts/Machine Shop Vehicle Parts 2866 100.00 Coastside Proflame Propane Fuel 2867 29.71 Annette Coleman Reimbursement--Field Supplies 2868 279.91 Can Systems Telephone Service 2869 950.00 Communication Strategies Telecommunications Consulting Services 2870 39.78 Contempory Engraving Company Badges 2871 30.00 Edward L. Corekin Repairs--Enterprise 2872 9,546.57 Corporate Environments, Inc. Office Furniture--Distel Circle 2873 30.00 County Park and Recreation Membership Dues Director's Association 2874 225.73 Crest Conies, Inc. Bluelines and Photocouvina 2875 388.46 Alice Guminas Private Vehicle Expense Appraisal 5,250.00 Dana Property Analysis ADraisal Services- 2877 20.40 East Palo Alto Water District Water Service 2878 64.50 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail 2879 2,607.35 First American Title Insurance Title Insurance Company 2880 385.00 First Interstate Bank Note Paying Agent--1982 Notes 2881 1,014.00 David B Fisher Legal Services '82 253.53 Foothill Safety, Inc. Protective Uniform Expense '--d83 118.49 Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Storage Rack for Field Office 2884 6,095.70 Robert M. Garcia Consulting Services--Distel Circle 2885 318.63 Gibson Studios Artwork *Emergency check issued on July 15, 1992. Claims No. 92-13 Meetina 92-18 Date: July 22, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description 2933 49.60 Robert McKibbin Reimbursement--Local Meetina Expense 2934 781.02 Divine Catering Docent Appreciation Event 2935 227.33 Harkins Sign Company Sign 2936 4,071.20 Santa Clara County Patrol Service Sheriff's Department 2937 25.00 ExTronic Eauioment Repair 2938 441.88 Petty Cash Local and Out-of-Town Meeting Expense, Field and Office Supplies, Film and Developing, Workshop Registration, and Private Vehicle Expense Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 92-17 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS July 8 , 1992 MINUTES I . ROLL CALL President Robert McKibbin called the meeting to order at 7 : 35 P.M. at the multi-purpose room, Bullis-Purissima Elementary School , 25890 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills . Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Nonette Hanko, Richard Bishop, Robert McKibbin, Ginny Babbitt , and Betsy Crowder. Member Absent : Teena Henshaw. Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, Jean Fiddes , John Escobar, Tom Randall , Michael Jurich, Deborah Morvay-Zucker, and Emma Johnson. II . ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no oral communications . III . ADOPTION OF AGENDA H. Grench recommended that written communications be taken off the consent calendar. Motion: G. Babbitt moved that written communications be removed from the consent calendar and that the agenda , as amended, be adopted. K. Duffy seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0 . IV. ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: G. Babbitt moved that the Board adopt the revised consent calendar , including Revised Claims. K. Duffy seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0 . V. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS H. Grench said that the Board had received a number of written communications expressing support for the formation of the assessment district . J. Fiddes stated the letters were from: Don Leonard, Albertsworth Lane; Helena and Christian Cole; Geoffrey and Christine Bate, Camino Hermoso; Liz Dana , Bassett Lane; Robert Davis, Ravensbury Avenue; Nina Myers, Olive Tree Lane; Frances Rappaport ; Lawrence Hooser, Olive Tree Lane; 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Meeting 92-17 Page 2 Frances Pfeiffer, Blander Way; John Cox, RaveDsbury Avenue; Irene Black, Blander Way; The Schubert family, Olive Tree Lane; Fred and Ann Haechl , Blander Way; David Anderson, Olive Tree Lane; John Pauly, Blander Way; Arie Kintzig, Olive Tree Lane; K.R. Smith, Ravensbury Avenue; Kenneth Carter, Olive Tree Lane; illegible signatures Sundown Canyon Way and Olive Tree Lane; Fred Lucero, Sundown Canyon Way, Richard and Diane Turner, Curren Hill Drive, Robert G. Todd and Clare I . McDermott , Loyola Drive , Jannette Spitzer, Bassett Lane. She said the Board had also received a letter dated June 25, 1992 from the Redevelopment Agency of the City of San Jose regarding the amended Alum Rock Avenue Plan. R. McKibbin stated that his July 1 , 1992 response to the letter from William and Mary Layman of Los Altos should have stated that the negotiated price was $1 .77 million , rather than $1 million, less than the appraised value. Motion: G. Babbitt moved that the Board approve answers to the written communications . B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0 . VI . PUBLIC HEARING Public Hearinq and Potential. Action on Midpeninsula Regional Oven Space District Assessment District No. 1992-1 (Vidovich Acquisition) (Report R-92-79) R. McKibbin stated that on June 10 , 1992 the Board adopted Resolution 92-25, a resolution of intention setting the time, date, and place for the protest hearing for the proposed Vidovich benefit assessment district . He also stated that mandatory notices had been posted and published by the district clerk in preparation for the hearing. R . McKibbin declared the public hearing open at 7 : 40 P.M. and requested that written protests be delivered to the district clerk. H. Grench introduced Carlo Fowler and Antonia Dolar of Orrick, Herrington, and Sutcliffe , bond counsel ; Randy Leptien of Leptien-Cronin-Cooper, Inc. , engineer; Craig Britton, assistant general manager and land acquisition manager; Jean Fiddes, district clerk; and Emma Johnson, recording secretary. H. Grench summarized the District ' s actions to acquire the Vidovich property and establish an assessment district. C. Britton reported on the benefits of acquiring the property and summarized the District ' s negotiations to acquire the Vidovich property. Meeting 92-17 Page 3 R. Leptien reported that 83 written protests representing approximately 8-% of the proposed assessment district area had been transmitted to him by the district clerk thus far and that written protests would be accepted and tallied through the close of the public bearing. He reviewed his report on bow assessment district boundaries and benefits had been determined. A. Dolar reported that all- legal requirements and procedures under the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 had been followed; a resolution of intention had been adopted; a boundary map had been filed; and the district clerk had completed the mandatory posting, publication, and mailing of notices to owners of property within the proposed assessment district . She explained the potential actions the Board could take under the law and what would be required to proceed with the assessment district . J. Fiddes stated that at the close of the workday 87 written protests had been received and that she would convey the originals to the Board, noting that the Board had received copies of all protests to date for its review. She said that the District had received one withdrawal. of a filed written protest and a withdrawal of protest that had not been received by the Clerk of the Board. She said that five written protests had been turned in since the start of the meeting and that they had been given to the engineer for tallying. R. McKibbin opened the meeting for public comments : The following spoke against the proposed assessment district: Shari and Edward Emling, 11853 Murietta Lane; Carol Phy, 25616 Moody Road; Steve Hunton, 11991 Muri-etta Lane; R.W. Caughlan, 10836 West Loyola Drive; Jon Coupal , Howard Jarvis Taxpayers ' Association, Sacramento; Pete McSweeney, San Antonio Hills; David Proft, 26271 Moody Road; Jane Grueninger, 23575 Ravensbury Avenue; David Gulick, 25091 Tepa Way; and John Christenson, Jr. , 25071 Tepa Way; Kenneth Carter, 24612 Olive Tree Lane; Gay Lawrence Pang, 12025 Moody Springs Court; Thornton R. Fisher, 25603 Fernhill Drive; Peter Schubart , 24624 Olive Tree Lane; Jean Struthers , 13690 Robleda; Wayne Abraham, 12630 Corte Madera; Patricia Castro, 901 Madonna Way; Al Augustine , olive Tree Lane; Vaughn Shahinian, 111.85 Mora Drive; Lois Lugonia, 23515 Fernhill Drive; Sam Lugonia, 23515 Fernhill Drive; Richard Oliver, 25466 Adobe Lane; Merlynne S. Armi , 24721 Olive Tree Lane; Russ Carter, 940 Saratoga Ave, San Jose; Tom Doran, 24920 La Loma Court; Harry Block, 11751 Winding Way; C.S . Lindel , 1215 Edgecliff ; Fran Stevenson, 26989 Beaver Lane; Richard Quigley, 25538 Adobe Lane; Eta Somekh, 25625 Moody Road; Elizabeth Wallace, 23691 Camino Hermoso; and Karl Sadeghian, 11754 Eastbrook Avenue. During her presentation to the Board, S . Emling presented the Meeting 92-17 Page 4 district clerk with "over 500" written protests. K. Ry Smith, 23230 Ravensbury Avenue; Hal Feeney, 11030 Mora Drive; and Stacy French, 1.1970 Rhus Ridge Road, spoke in favor of the assessment district . Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board close the public hearing. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. The public hearing was declared closed at 10: 17 P.M. R. McKibbin called for a recess at 10: 17- P.M. The meeting reconvened at 10: 35 P.M. R. Leptien responded to questions and criticisms presented during the public hearing and stated that certain parcels should be added to the assessment district. A. Dolar and C. Fowler clarified technical aspects of the proceedings . A. Dolar stated that if parcels were added to the assessment district the proceedings would begin again for owners of the additional parcels and that original assessments would likely be reduced. H. Grench and C . Britton responded to various questions presented during the public hearing. K. Duffy, R. Bishop, B. Crowder, G. Babbitt , and R. McKibbin stated their reasons for their support of the initiation and continuation of the assessment district proceedings to this point. R. McKibbin commented that both the formal and the informal proceedings for the proposed formation of an assessment district provided opportunities for the Board to hear and consider the protest arguments in addition to the arguments in favor of its formation. N. Hanko stated that she would not support formation of the assessment district. The Board heard additional comments while the written protests received at the beginning of the meeting were being reviewed and processed. R. McKibbin called for a brief recess at 12 : 22 A.M. , July 9 , 1992 . The meeting reconvened at 12 : 52 A.M. R. Leptien reported that all written protests had been processed and that written protests had been filed by owners of 527 of the 924 parcels proposed to be assessed. He said that the area of the written protests was 737 acres . He stated that the 737 acres represented a majority protest of 55%. Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board adopt Resolution 92- 34 , a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Terminating Meeting 92-17 Page 5 Assessment District Proceeding (Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Assessment District No. 1992-1 [Vidovich Acquisition] ) and that the Board take no further action in establishing Assessment District No. 1992-1. or in levying the proposed assessments on the territory comprising said assessment district. N. Hanko seconded the motion. The motion passed 6 to 0. VIZ . CLOSED SESSION R. McKibbin announced that there would be no closed session . He appointed G. Babbitt as secretary pro-tempore with the consent of the Board. VIII . ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned July 9, 1992 - at 12: 55 A.M. Emma B. Johnson Deborah Morvay-Zucker Recording Secretaries Claims No. 92-12 Meeting 92-17 Date: July 8. 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Name Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2795 25.00 Asbestest, Incorporated Asbestos Testing 2796 16.24 Barron Park Supply Company Plumbing Parts 2797 1 ,266. 53 Birnie Lumber and Fence Company Redwood Split Rails 2798 320.00 David Bliss Defense Tactics Training 2799 1 ,857 .50 Breon, O'Donnell , Miller, Brown Legal Services and Dannis 2300 2.359.04 California Solvent Recycling Hazardous Waste Removal 2301 236.99 California Water Service Water Service 2802 137. 13 Sheryl Marioni Cochran Reimbursement--Workshop Registration and Private Vehicle Expense 2803 2,829.21 William Cotton & Associates Geotechnical Services--Skyline Ridge 2804 277.99 Dyna Med Medical Supplies 2805 20.40 East Palo Alto Water District Water Service 2806 26.00 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail 2807 350.00 First American Title Guaranty Preliminary Title Report Company 2808 1 , 160.44 Gateway Title Company Title and Escrow Fees 2809 75.63 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Local Meeting Expense 2810 171 .01 Home Depot Field Supplies and Equipment 2811 911 .77 Konica Business Machines Maintenance Agreement 2812 493.00 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Removal 2813 120. 16 Marin Supply Company Sanitation Supplies 2814 63.95 Marshall & Swift Resource Documents 2815 462.63 Mission Valley Ford Vehicle Maintenance 2816 3.530.00 National Mailing Services, Inc. Postage for Annual Report 2817 52.50 Michael Newburn Reimbursement--Furnace inspection 2818 887.53 Page and Turnbull , Inc. Architectural Services--Picchetti 2819 20.00 City of Palo Alto Agendas 2820 2,232.00 Tim Perry, General Contractor Repairs--Enterprise 2821 320.00 Steve Petillo Defense Tactics Training 2322 1 , 156. 12 PIP Printing 2823 2,000. 00 Postage by Phone Postage 2824 42.84 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies 2825 22.87 Regal Dodge Vehicle Parts 2826 1 .339.45 Rich' s Tire Service Tires 2827 1 ,530.00 George M. Robinson & Company Fire Sprinkler Installation--Distel Circi- 2823 1 ,642.40 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs 2829 352.93 S & W Equipment Company Equipment Rental and Repairs 2830 _ 4 .071 .& savia Qapa Geanly sie&iily peorni Sarni- P 2831 34.50 Super Cal Express Delivery Services 2832 330.60 Times Tribune Legal Notice--Assessment District 2833 47 .60 United Parcel Service Delivery Services 2834 83. 17 Value Business Products Office Supplies 2835 134.56 The Workingman' s Emporium Uniform Expense 2836 845. 15 Yardbird Equipment Company Field Supplies and Equipment 2837 97.94 Joan Young Reimbursement--Volunteer Project and and Office Supplies *Emergency check issued on June 25, 1992. Claims No. 92-12 Meeting 92-17 Date: July 8, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2838 13,370.00 ** AT&T Deposit--Cable Installation 2839 184.03 ***Porter Rents Chair Rental--Board Meeting 2840 1 ,350.00 Dick Beltran Excavating Sewer Line Repairs 2841 126.78 ***Marie Callender's Local Meeting Expense 2842 265.82 Petty Cash Local Meeting Expense, Office Supplies, Film and Developing, Maps, Photocopying and Private Vehicle Expense Emergency check issued on July 2, 1992. ***Emergency checks issued on July 8. 1992. Claims No. 92-12 Meeting 92-17 Date: July 8, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT T Name Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2838 13,370.00 ** AT&T Deposit--Cable Installation 2839 184.03 ***Porter Rents Chair Rental--Board Meeting 2840 1 ,350.00 Dick Beltran Excavating Sewer Line Repairs 2841 126.78 ***Marie Callender's Local Meeting Expense 2842 265.82 Petty Cash Local Meeting Expense, Office Supplies, Film and Developing, Maps, Photocopying and Private Vehicle Expense * Emergency check issued on July 2, 1992. ***Emergency checks issued on July 8, 1992. Open Space �11111111,1111111; MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 92-16 SPECIAL MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS June 29 , 1992 MINUTES I. ROLL CALL President Robert McKibbin called the meeting to order at 7 : 35 P.M. Members Present: Katherine Duffy, Nonette Hanko, Richard Bishop, Robert McKibbin, Teena Henshaw, Ginny Babbitt, and Betsy Crowder. Personnel Present: Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, and Jean Fiddes, Malcolm Smith, John Escobar, Stanley Norton, and Michael Foster. II . ORAL COMMUNICATIONS There were no oral communications. III. ADOPTION OF AGENDA R. McKibbin stated that the agenda was adopted by Board consen- sus. IV. BOARD BUSINESS A. Ward Boundary Re-Alignments (Report R-92-76) J. Fiddes stated that she had reviewed present ward boundaries to determine if adjustments were necessary based on the 1990 census data, and determined, in consultation with Director Hanko whom the Board had appointed to work on the project that boundary adjustments are required for all wards. J. Fiddes reviewed the proposed changes for each of the wards, and showed them on the Santa Clara County and San Mateo County ward boundary maps. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt Resolution 92- 31, a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional open Space District Altering Existing Ward Boundaries. R. Bishop seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. B. Calling of District Election and Requests for Consolidation of Services (Report R-92-77) J. Fiddes reported that voters in wards 3 , 4 and 7 are scheduled to elect Directors in November and that it is necessary for the Board to call an election and request consolidation services from Santa Clara and San Mateo 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Meeting 92-16 Page 2 Countie_ She added that the nomi 0 ion period for the election will open July 13 , 1992 and close August 7, 1992 . J. Fiddes noted that it is necessary to inform the Registrars of Voters of the Board's policy regarding payment of candidate statements and number of words to be included in each statement. She reviewed the present policy for the Board. No changes were recommended by the Board. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt Resolution 92- 32, a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional open Space District Calling Election and Requesting Consolidation Santa Clara County. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board adopt Resolution 92- 33 , a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Calling Election and Requesting Consolidation San Mateo County. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board reconfirm section 2 . 12 of its Rules of Procedure regarding a maximum of 200 words per candidate statement and payment of candidates' statements. B. Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0. C. Update of State Budget Crisis and Impact on District H. Grench briefed the Board on the information he had received to date on the state budget crisis, adding that nothing was for certain at this time. Controller Michael Foster said that he had done projections on a three-tier funding loss of $2 million, $3 million, and $4 million and explained the impact of each on the District's programs. H. Grench recommended, and the Board concurred, that until the actual financial impact on the District was known that 1) all acquisitions not yet approved by the Board be placed on hold; 2) the filling of new or vacant staff positions be placed on hold; and 3) all major purchases or commitments to purchase be placed on hold. He said that during this interim period of not knowing the impact the state budget will have on the budget, his priority was to protect existing staff positions. V. INFORMATIONAL REPORT G. Babbitt reported that the docent recognition event was scheduled for Saturday, July 18. H. Grench distributed copies of letters R. McKibbin had received regarding the proposed Vidovich assessment district. H. Grench stated that to date the district clerk had received 45 written protests. The Board discussed possible meeting dates in the event the July 8 public hearing needed to be continued; Meeting 92-16 Page 3 Thursday, July 9 was selected as the continuation date. H. Grench stated that he had been invited to brief the Los Altos Hills Town Council on the proposed Vidovich benefit assessment district at their July 1 meeting. VI. CLOSED SESSION S. Norton stated that litigation matters to be discussed in closed session fell under Government Code Section 54956. 9 (a) - existing litigation (Vidovich) and (bi) significant exposure to litigation. The Board recessed to closed session at 9: 06 P.M. VII . ADJOURNMENT The Board reconvened to adjourn at 9 :45 P.M. Jean H. Fiddes District Clerk Claims No. 92-14 Meeting 92-19 Date: Aug. 12, 1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Name Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2939 102.80 AT&T Maintenance Agreement 2940 311 .09 Acme & Sons Sanitation, Inc. Sanitation Services 2941 7.04 Altos Print & Copy Photocopying 2942 3,411 .73 Alves Petroleum, Inc. Fuel 2943 1,415.00 Ralph Andersen & Associates Salary and Compensation Study 2944 125.00 Association of Environmental Advertisement Professionals 2945 172.66 Baker Graphics, Inc. Signs 2946 19.05 Bay Area Air Quality Management Permit District 2947 1 ,846.88 Best Sanitation Sanitation Services 2948 468.29 Big Creek Lumber Power Poles 2949 1 ,778.25 Binkley Associates Consulting Services--Skyline Water Project 2950 41 .48 Richard Bishop Reimbursement--Docent Recognition Expenses 2951 946.34 Bridge Radio Services, Inc. Radio Equipment 2952 120. 16 Dick Bruhn, Inc. Uniform Expense 2953 1 ,830.00 Business Interiors Office Furnishings 2954 21 .94 California Water Service Water Service 2955 464.30 Callander Associates Architectural Services--Windy Hill 2956 549.81 Circuit City Appliance--Distel Circle 2957 100.00 Coastside Proflame Fuel 2958 5.39 Computer Resource Center Computer Supplies 2959 96.20 Conney Safety Products Emergency Supplies 2960 2, 129.28 Corporate Environments, Inc. Office Funishings--Distel Circle 2961 376.31 Alice Cummings Reimbursement--Film, Camera Repairs and Computer Software 2962 1 ,800.00 Davey Tree Tree Removal 2963 12.50 Department General Services Resource Document 2964 1 ,569.90 Design Concepts Design and Production of Annual Report and Other Miscellaneous Graphic Jobs 2965 2,232.00 Employment Development Department Unemployment Insurance 2966 156.96 Expedite Signs 2967 42.86 Jean Fiddes Private Vehicle Expense 2968 350.00 First American Title Insurance Preliminary Title Report Company 2969 744.50 David B. Fisher Legal Services 2970 16,292.27 Fitzpatrick Chevrolet, Inc. Chevrolet Blazer 2971 89,86q.80 Fruitridge Printing and Lithograph Printing of Annual Report 29,947.00 2972 2,190.74 Robert M. Garcia Consulting Services--Distel Circle 2973 79.45 Goodco Press Docent Newsletter Printing 2974 31 .39 Graphistat, Inc. Prints 2975 2,015.62 Great Impressions Plus Color Proofs for Annual Report Cover 2976 560.33 Hertz Equipment Rental Corporation Equipment Rental 2977 2,200.00 Hughes, Heiss & Associates Consulting Services 2978 53.89 Emma Johnson Private Vehicle Expense 2979 62.05 Keeble & Shuchat Slide and Film Processing 2980 639.60 Konica Business Machines Maintenance Agreement 2981 200.00 Lopez Gardening Service Gardening Service--Distel Circle 2982 701 .78 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental *Emergency check issued on August 3, 1992. Claims No. 92-14 Meeting 92-19 Date: Aug. 12 ,1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Name Description -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2983 195.22 Merwzn Mace Private Vehicle Expense 2984 275.00 Magana's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services--Distel Circle 2985 138.01 MicroAge Computer Centers Equipment Repair 1073.64 Mission Valley Ford Truck Sales Vehicle Repairs 2986 1 ,908.68 Mobile Modular Management Temporary Field Office Building Corporation 2987 36.50 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 2988 4 ,999.99 National Mailing Services Postage and Mailing 1,980.00 2989 98.78 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Equipment Supplies and Parts 2990 3, 194 .60 Stanley R. Norton Second Quarter 1991 Litigation Fee and May, June and July Expenses 2991 1 ,461 .85 Office Depot Office Supplies 2992 1 ,393.66 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 2993 93.59 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Enlargements and Supplies 2994 106.73 PIP Printing Map Photocopying 2995 19.08 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter 2996 48,212.10 Plan Construction Company Picchetti Barn Restoration 2997 35.70 Town of Portola Valley Plan Review Fee 2998 9. 12 Precision Engravers, Inc. Name Badges 2999 22.44 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies 3000 60.00 Nancy Rankin Honorarium--Docent Training 3001 291 .09 Rich's Tire Service Tires 3002 1 ,808.34 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs 3003 110.52 S & W Equipment Company Equipment Repairs and Rental 004 146.33 Safety Kleen Corporation Solvent Service :3005 1 ,322.03 San Jose Blueprint Drafting Tables 3006 369.60 San Jose Mercury News Election Notice 3007 170. 10 San Mateo Times Newspaper Group Election Notice 3008 814.24 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Service Department 3009 230.00 Sequoia Analytical Lab Vests 3010 52.47 Shell Oil Company Fuel 3011 808.20 Signs of the Times Signs 3012 100.76 Skyline County Water District Water Service 3013 1 ,250.09 Smith Equipment Field Equipment 3014 295.23 David Topley Reimbursement--Field Supplies 3015 52.40 United Parcel Service Mailing Service 3016 400.'00 United States Postmaster Postage 3017 26.80 University Art Center Drafting Supplies 3018 552.09 Valley Title Company Title Policy--McQueen 3019 674.61 Valley Tool & Manufacturing Field Equipment Parts and Repairs 3020 27,365.00 Westwood Design Casework Installation--Distel Circle 3021 153.82 INMI�Services-Port-O-Let Sanitation Services 3022 472.48 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense 3023 11191 .11 Yardbird Equipment Sales Equipment, Supplies, Parts and Repairs 3024 90.00 Joan Young Reimbursment--Training and Membership Dues 3025 497.00 Zbigniew Zabinski Maintenance--Distel Circle 3026 76.36 Gardenland Equipment Parts 3027 267.81 Petty Cash Field and Office Supplies, Resource Documents, Equipment Repair, Local Meeting Expense, Subscription, and Private Vehicle Expense . Claims No. 92-14 Meeting 92-19 Date: Aug. 12,1992 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Name DescriDtion -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2983 195.22 Merwin Mace Private Vehicle Expense 2984 275.00 Magana' s Building Maintenance Janitorial Services--Distel Circle 2985 138.01 MicroAge Computer Centers Equipment Repair 1073.64 Mission Valley Ford Truck Sales Vehicle Repairs 2986 1 ,908.68 Mobile Modular Management Temporary Field Office Building Corporation 2987 36.50 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 2988 i ,gGG.Ge National Mailing Services Postage and Mailing 1,980.00 2989 98.78 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Equipment Supplies and Parts 2990 3, 194 .60 Stanley R. Norton Second Quarter 1991 Litigation Fee and May, June and July Expenses 2991 1 ,461 .85 Office Depot Office Supplies 2992 1 ,393.66 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 2993 93.59 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Enlargements and Supplies 2994 106.73 PIP Printing Map Photocopying 2995 19.08 Pitney Bowes Postage Meter 2996 48,212.10 Plan Construction Company Picchetti Barn Restoration 2997 35.70 Town of Portola Valley Plan Review Fee 2998 9. 12 Precision Engravers , Inc. Name Badges 2999 22.44 Rancho Hardware Field Supplies 3000 60.00 Nancy Rankin Honorarium--Docent Training 3001 291 .09 Rich' s Tire Service Tires s002 1 ,808.34 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs 3003 110.52 S & W Equipment Company - Equipment Repairs and Rental 004 146.33 Safety Kleen Corporation Solvent Service 3005 1 ,322.03 San Jose Blueprint Drafting Tables 3006 369.60 San Jose Mercury News Election Notice 1007 170. 10 San Mateo Times Newspaper Group Election Notice J08 814 .24 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Service Department 3009 230.00 Sequoia Analytical Lab Tests 3010 52.47 Shell Oil Company Fuel 3011 808.20 Signs of the Times Signs 3012 100.76 Skyline County Water District Water Service 3013 1 ,250.09 Smith Equipment Field Equipment 3014 295.23 David Topley Reimbursement--Field Supplies 3015 52.40 United Parcel Service Mailing Service 3016 400.00 United States Postmaster Postage 3017 26.80 University Art Center Drafting Supplies 3018 552.09 Valley Title Company Title Policy--McQueen 3019 674.61 Valley Tool & Manufacturing Field Equipment Parts and Repairs 3020 27,365.00 Westwood Design Casework Installation--Distel Circle 3021 153.82 W"MI Services-Port-O-Let Sanitation Services 3022 472.48 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense 3023 1 ,191 .11 Yardbird Equipment Sales Equipment, Supplies, Parts and Repairs 3024 90.00 Joan Young Reimbursment--Training and Membership Dues `3025 497.00 Zbigniew Zabinski Maintenance--Distel Circle 3026 76.36 Gardenland Equipment Parts 3027 267.81 Petty Cash Field and Office Supplies, Resource Documents, Equipment Repair, Local Meeting Expense, Subscription, and Private Vehicle Expense I U L 2 71992 Harry H. Haeussler, Jr. 1094 Highland Circle Los Altos, CA 94024 July 23, 1992 Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 201 San Antonio Circle Mountain View, CA 94040 Some personnel connected with MROSD continue to speak in low tones, put their hands in front of their mouths when they talk, and in some cases when presenting a subject to the board of directors stand with their back to the audience making it difficult for the average person to hear, and nearly impossible for the hearing impaired. I have previously brought this matter to your attention, and as of last night at the board of directors meeting there had been no noticeable improvement for the hearing impaired. Now I have hopes of improvement. The Americans with Disabilities Act may be my salvation, as an American with hearing impairment. Again, I ask that you install a system of microphones for board members, staff, and the public to use, and an amplification system that will give everyone at your meetings an opportunity to hear all that is said. You are coming close to occupation of your new building. I urge you to have this problem solved before occupancy occurs . Harry `H. Haeussler, Jr. RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknowledge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond Staff Acknowledge/Respond Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Mr. Harry Haeussler, Jr. 1094 Highland Circle Los Altos, CA 94024 Dear Harry: The District's Board of Directors reviewed your July 23 letter concerning the need for an amplification system in the Board room at our regular meeting last night. District staff will be determining the type of amplification equipment necessary in the new Board room after construction is completed at the new office building. sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop �( • w iw9/yy'/�/ !7RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF �� lsryl rd President Acknowledge/Respond yi{JJJ"0.'dd86.. ec t or Ackn a w ledge/Respond �m Warren Staff Ac kaovl ed ge/Respond Jim Draft Response Attached 345 Swett Road,Woodside CA 94062 Stiff to be Directed tb Prepare Draft e-mail: jwarren@autodesk.com-or- jwarren@well.sf.ca.us Response for Board Con:iaerat inn per Board Directive(:) No Response Necessary Thursday, Aug. 6, 1992 by snailmail &fax:415-949-5679 Craig Britton, Edifice Empressario and to Board of Directors [as an official communication to the Board] Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 201 San Antonio Circle,C132 Mountain View CA 94040 Hi Craig, Background for New I's Summarizing to date, for newly-lurking minds: Around June, I said I'd be interested in receiving an offer from MROSD for my 3-building residence-compound &40 acres [no mule] -that includes/covers the west end of the ridgetop abutting Corte Madera Preserve between it and the Purissima Preserve. You suggested we share an appraisal and at my request recommended five appraisers. All had worked for the District. Based on recommendations from Skyline- property brokers,I suggested three other appraisers (Nicholas, Rench, Bennet),none of whom had worked for the District. Your "B. Mace" checked 'em out; gave you Nicholas' resume', and said the other two "disqualified themselves." You faxed a copy of his memo and suggested four new appraisers-three from the East Bay and one from San Jose. When I asked,you said all had worked for other Bay Area park/open space districts and had been recommended by them. I checked with "my" three that Mace had contacted. Nicholas is available-has a "Class 4" rating but is not an MAI. Bennet had disqualified herself-swamped with work in the slurbs. Rench had disqualified himself,but when asked why, said it was because Mace questioned his experience in evaluating [undeveloped?] rural acreage. He and I agreed mine was not undeloped/rural acreage; he felt qualified to appraise it;- related to 15-20 other Skyline-area properties he has appraised in the past several years. I discussed this with you and reiterated that I would prefer an appraiser who has not done [repeat] business with a park/OS district. You said that,if I preferred one of the appraisers I mentioned, since they were not MAIs, they should send samples of their work to you-which is fine with me. I, however, have not followed up- this being my peak season for political-harassment [heh!] -other than calling you a week or so later and finding you were gone until Aug. 3rd. Gettin' Movin' Again So, to get things restarted: Since you know what you want- and it is apparently more than what Nicholas submitted-I request that you contact them (listed hereafter); ask 'em for copies of exactly what ya need, and let me know any whom you feel are Jim Warren,page 2 unqualified-with rationale,please. And, to pacify possible MAI worship,I'm adding another name, suggested by Nicholas when I spoke with him: Jim Nicholas,Redwood City,367-0844 David Rench,Redwood City,366-2888 Ralph Clark,MAI,San Carlos,367-1500 I've had no contact with any of these folks other than as described, here. Real Gone,Mannn I will be in and out of town for the next month or so,but will get any faxes, messages and snailmail at least every week or two. Please call when you've cleared the three names above,or write if you find any are unqualified, and I will try to respond promptly. I'd sorta like to sell this place before some unsupervised naive hiker or whacko torches the ridge. Our Agreement re Our Appraiser Just to reiterate what I believe was our agreement regarding our plan to share an appraiser (if you disagree,please fax me a correcting memo ASAP): We-the District and I-will split the appraisal fees equally. (I request that we negotiate/review it with our chosen appraiser, together.) Neither of us,nor anyone associated with either of us, will give our agreed-upon appraiser any instructions or information regarding the appraisal or the property without the other of the two of us being present and will mutually instruct him that he is to honor that restriction. Timber Wolves Timber-creature George Pope called a few weeks ago (for some computer advice), and I asked him if he could guesstimate the value and accessability of my timber under a maximum legal rape-n-pillage scenario. He dropped by a week or so later and trampled the turf; apparently plans to give me a reasonably accurate estimate-or maybe an entrepreneurial bid though I didn't request it. I'll pass it along to you and our split-appraiser,for whatever interest/value it may be. (Hmmm, maybe I should also ask Dale Holderman or Bud from Big Creek if they also lust after my tali weeds. For some strange reason,redwood is apparently at its highest-ever prices.) Going Over Board And finally, in honor of the glorious Keene Amendment to the haloed Open Meetings Law-so you and Herb can feely discuss this in closed session with the Board -I am sending a copy of this as a formal communication to the Board. If I recall correctly, that means it will be reported in and attached to the Minutes, thus [I think] fulfilling the public notification required before possible closed-session haggling. I remain,Sincerely [where it counts], kWarren JUL O RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF 115 �992 'oard President Acknowledge/Respond 1 irector Acknowledge/Respond d 715 L01Staff Acknowledge/Respond I Ea V Draft Response Attached u Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for'Board Consideration per July 14, 1992 Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Dear Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Board of Directors: We write this letter after hearing reports from Rangers Tom Randall and Phil Hearin, who attended the District board meeting occurring on June 24, 1992. Our purpose that evening was to inform the Board of Directors that patrol staff members represented by Local 715, SEIU are in full support of Rangers utilizing bicycles for patrol duties. However, unlike the previous four agenda items, bicycle patrol was never put to public discussion. It appeared that staff chose to end the discussion short of meeting established board procedure. We now offer our input in writing for consideration by the Board. What follows is a partial list of what we consider to be the main benefits to the District should bicycle patrol be utilized. 1. Reduced inconvenience to visitors: many visitors resent our intrusion into their wildland experience by raising dust and forcing them off the trail. 2. More personable contact with all user groups. 3. Setting a proper example for other cyclists on multiple use trails; demonstrating trail etiquette on a daily basis should prove more effective than words alone. 4. Improve fitness level of Ranger staff. 5. Reduction in vehicle maintenance costs: less wear and tear on vehicles results in longer, less costly fleet service. 6. Increased Ranger presence in problem areas: bicycles would allow us to patrol areas not accessible by vehicle and still be able to respond to emergency situations in an acceptable amount of time. 7. Reduce environmental pollution directly resultant from vehicle patrol (waste materials, tires, filters, atmospheric and noise pollution, etc.). Our hope is that the Board will move forward with the idea of bicycle patrol by Ranger staff. Initial investigation by interested parties has shown that local retailers are7 willing to donate most equipment necessary to start a pilot program. We are more than willing to do our part and look forward to an opportunity to discuss this matter further with management. Sincerely, on behalf of the entire Local 715 Bargaining Unit. -2 Luj� -/� Thomas Karnofel, Negotiator Mathew Ken, Negotiator 24-46 BWS:br opeiu 29/afl-cio Michael Jurich,Wegotiator SAN JOSE OFFICE: 180 East Gish Road, Suite B, San Jose, CA 95112 • (408)453-1150 FAX: (408)441-9609 REDWOOD CITY OFFICE: 1735 East Bayshore Road, #32A, Redwood City, CA 94064 • (415) 368-2859 FAX: (415)365-7956 Open Space jjjj�,1111 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Thomas Karnofel, Matthew Ken, and Michael Jurich c/o Mr. B. W. (Rusty) Smith Senior Field Representative Local 715 - S.E.I.U. 180 E. Gish Road, Suite B San Jose, CA 95112 Dear Tom, Matt, and Mike: Last night at their regular meeting, the District' s Board of Directors reviewed your letter dated July 14 which was received July 20, regarding the use of bicycle patrols by rangers. Thank you for the list of benefits included in your letter, as well as the idea that local retailers may be willing to donate necessary equipment for a bicycle patrol. I 've forwarded your letter to the Board's Trails Committee that will be responsible for the initial review of using bicycles for patrol by both rangers and volunteers. Director Duffy placed this item on the June 24 agenda for initial discussion. Neither she nor I requested a staff report for that meeting; we simply wanted discussion to gauge the level of Board interest. As chair of the meeting, I didn't anticipate any general public bicycle patrol discussion. We encourage you to provide your input to supervisory and management staff so that it can be taken into account in formulating their recommendation. You are also welcome to attend the Trails Committee meetings and express your views. Sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert Mc Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,G inny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop JUL 151992 CAPITINA LAW OFFICES ATTORNEYS AT LAW NEVO F. CAPITINA 372 CASTRO STREET M I C H A E L F. CAPITINA MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIFORNIA 94041 BARSARA L. CAPITINA TELEPHONE 54157 967-6904 July 13, 1992 RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknowledge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond Robert J. McKibbin Staff Acknowledge/Respond President Draft Response Attached Board of Directors Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Mid Peninsula Regional Board Directive(s) Open Space District No Response Necessary 201 San Antonio Circle, Ste. C-135 Mountain View, CA 94040 Re: Vidovich Property - Quarry Dear Mr. McKibbin: Thank you for your letter of July 9th, 1992 concerning the action which was taken by the Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District upon receiving more than 50% protest. However, at this time, it is my opinion that the Vidovich property should be developed as requested several times of the Los Altos Town Council. It would be a development with the lowest density of any regional development that I know of in the past 37 years. I say this, in view of the fact that we are in a period of recession, budget restraints and deficits, and it appears to me that should Mr. Vidovich be permitted to develop his property in such a low density, it would place at least $80- $100 million on the tax rolls which would help reduce the deficits which the County, State and other Governmental Bodies are faced with at this time. Thank you very much. 'Ve t my yours, NEVO F. CAPITINA NFC:mnm cc: Members, Los Altos Hills Town Council Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Nevo F. Capitina Capitina Law Offices 372 Castro Street Mountain View, CA 94041 Dear Mr. Capitina : Thank you for your letter of July 13 regarding development of the Vidovich property. our decision to acquire the 280 acre portion of Mr. Vidovich ' s property (leaving the remaining 80 acre quarry area for development) was made after an outpouring of public support as well as that of the Los Altos and Los Altos Hills councils . The property is a key ridgeline backdrop and trail connection in the area, and development of it would have a tremendous negative impact in so many respects. Nevertheless , I respect your point of view and appreciate your interest. Sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors RM:dmz cc: Board of Directors 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 Mountain View,California 94040 Phone:(415)949-5500 FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF ___•,_ _ ..-__.,__,.- ---..- -- Board President Acknowledge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond Staff Acknowledge/Respond Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per ;JUL 2 31992 Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary W A �Y ((mot/ Open Space - - ---•_ MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATI0N Judith Murphy 8 Portola Green Circle Portola Valley, CA 94028 Dear Ms . Murphy: The District ' s Board of Directors reviewed your letter regarding thinning of dead trees on District property at our August 12 regular meeting. I want to assure you that the District shares your concerns . However, our policies and practices run contrary to the general removal of dead trees . As you have recognized, the dead trees are part of a natural process . In fact many animals use and depend on the snags for habitat, and they play an important part in the natural ecosystem. Many of our individual users and groups (e.g. the Sierra Club and Audubon Society) would be upset if we removed them. The dead trees play a relatively minor role in the overall fire hazard associated with these lands . Dry grass , chaparral and live trees provide the significant part of the hazard. The removal of the dead trees would cause little reduction in hazard, relative to the cost and environmental impact. The District continues to annually construct firebreaks to California Department of Forestry standards in the grassland areas of our preserves . We also maintain a system of fire roads and trails that provide emergency access and serve as additional fire breaks within each preserve . The preserves are actively patrolled by well-trained and equipped ranger staff . After regular patrol hours we count on our ranger residence call-out program to insure quick response to emergency calls . Fire related use regulations are strictly enforced to reduce the probability of wildland fires . 201 San Antonio Circle, Suite C-135 • Mountain View, California 94040 • Phone: (415) 949-5500 • FAX: (415) 949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Richard Bishop,Betsy Crowder,Katherine Duffy,Nonette Hanko,Teena Henshaw,Robert McKibbin,Edward Shelley - 2 - If there are specific tree locations of particular concern to you, we would be happy to discuss this further, or review them in the field. You may call John Escobar, Operations Manager, at the administrative office if you wish to do so. Thank you for your concerns , Sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors RM:kh cc : Board of Directors 2 If there are specific tree locations of particular concern to you, we would be happy to discuss this further, or review them in the field. You may call John Escobar, Operations Manager, at the administrative office if you wish to do so. Thank you for your concerns , Sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors RM:kh cc: Board of Directors RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknowledge/Re Director Acknowledge, )ond Staff Acknowledge/Respond AUG Draft Response Attached A Q i i9nn Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft tJ Response for Board Consideration per 5 Eastlake Avenue Board Directive(s) Pacifica, California 94044 No Response Necessary July 2, 1992 Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 375 Distel Circle -- Suite D-1 Los Altos, California 94022 Dear Board Members: Congratulations on the success of your yeoman efforts to acquire the Phleger Estate. The considerable newspaper publicity indicates that all concerned will benefit, including residents. I am particularly interested in one aspect that has been emphasized in at least three articles I have read, the latest the editorial in the June 13 SAN MATEO TIMES. The District "will share jurisdiction over the land...with the federal GGNRA." Another was more specific about mutual ownership and maintenance. This seems particularly desirable now that the GGNRA is taking on the huge obligations of the Presidio. May I please have a copy of the agreement which specifies this? Pacifica is about to consider the completion of another donation of a large piece of its land to the GGNRA. The 1100+ acres of Sweeney Ridge was the first in 1984 after Congress had authorized purchase and President Carter had signed the bill in 1981 . Next was the 18+ acres of the National Historic Landmark, the site from which the 1769 Portola Expedition made the first recorded sighting of San Francisco Bay, given in early June, 1987. San Mateo County conveyed 230 acres of the site of the former Nike Base on Milagra Ridge the end of December 1987. Now over 300+ acres of Cattle Hill which contains the historic Path of Portola is about to be added. Since all of this is within our city limits in a city of just 12 square miles, our obligations and concerns will continue. With the Discovery Site, we arranged to be able to continue traditional events of 25 years duration like the Easter Sunrise Service, the annual commemorative hike, the RACES worldwide radio test, etc., and the fact that there would be no charge for access to the National Historic Landmark. All of us are fortunate to have so much spectacular scenery. Cooperation such as you seem to have achieved is commendable. If there is a charge for the copy of the agreement between your District and the GGNRA, I shall be glad to remit. Sincerely, j Mrs. Carl P. bk, thy Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: C. Britton, Assistant General Manager DATE: Auciust 7. 1992 Open Space It !!gjliAl, MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT July 24, 1992 Anne K. Bernstein 26996 Dezahara Wav Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 Dear Ms. Bernstein: On behalf of the District's Board of Directors, I want to gratefully acknowledge your generous contribution in support of the Vidovich property acquisition. We expect that the combined efforts and contributions of people like you will enable us to successfully complete this acquisition. It's hoped that success will represent a linkage in continuing community spirit for the preservation of open space. Sincerely, Robert J. McKibbin President RM:dmz cc: Board of Directors 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench B—dofDirecto-Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbir,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Letters were sent to each of the Cub Scouts who participated: Jonathan Cain, Ben Mullen, July 23, 1992 Martin Lam, and Andrew Bagley. Stratton Jacquette Cub Scoutmaster - Pack 74 258 Cherry Avenue Los Altos , CA 94022 Dear Scoutmaster Jacquette: On behalf of the Board and staff of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District I wish to thank you and your scouts for their fine flag presentation and pledge of allegiance. It was a pleasure to join them in singing "America the Beautiful" as well . Sincerely, rr A Herbert Grench General Manager HG:dmz 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 - Mountain View,California 94040 - Phone:(415)949-5500 FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert Mc Kibbin,Teena Henshaw,G i nny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Open Space iiilllll�Illjllll�l ................................................................... MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Mrs. Carl P. McCarthy 5 Eastlake Avenue Pacifica, California 94044 Dear Mrs. McCarthy: The District's Board of Directors reviewed your July 2 , 1992 letter at their regular meeting last night. Thank you for your kind words about our work. I would have responded sooner, but your letter did not reach us until August 1, presumably because of our office relocation some time ago. We share your enthusiasm for the acquisition of the Phleger estate, but cannot claim credit for this wonderful open space project. The Peninsula Open Space Trust, a not-for-profit land trust in Menlo Park, is the organization responsible for the Phleger acquisition. We will be a contributor to the effort, and in fact may be the custodian for GGNRA. However, the acquisition is not as yet complete, and no definitive agreement has been reached with the Park Service. I would suggest that you contact Audrey Rust, Executive Director of POST, for the current status of the project. She can be reached at (415) 854-7696; her address is 3000 Sand Hill Road, Building 4-135, Menlo Park, CA 94025. I congratulate you and your neighbors in Pacifica for your fine accomplishments in protecting open space. Your efforts, and ours, make our communities a better place for all of us. Yours very truly, Robert McKibbin President, Board of Directors RM: ss cc: Audrey Rust 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acki dge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond •/� Staff Acknowledge/Respond V Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per JUL -3 1 �92 Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Noma July 30,1992 To the Board of Directors of the MROSD : I am writing this letter to let you know of the dangerous situation at Fremont Older Preserve. I am 34 years old, and have lived in Santa Clara Co . my whole life . I 've enjoyed the Open Space parks for many years I moved my horse to Garrod Farms about 5 years ago . The first year I was there, the mountain bike problem was bad. Then, (I think with the help of R.O .M.P. ) , it got better for the last 3 years. Now, this year, I've had more 'bad experiences 'with bikes than in the last 3 years combined. My horse is level headed when the bikes behave themselves, they don't even have to stop, if they would just pass him slowly, it would be fine . But they literally come 'flying' out of nowhere and have to skid to try to avoid hitting the horse, and this is what scares him. Twice this year I 've been on the single lane trail that wraps around Hunters Point, and a bike has come screaming around and has had to skid, and the guy has to lay it down because he is facing a rearing horse . I 've been lucky my horse has the presense of mind to not side step, or we would both roll down the hill. I've now stopped using that trail , because of the bike hazard. Last week, my niece was on the horse , and I was walking along side, and a bike came flying down the hill . I asked him to "please slow down by the horse" . He did'nt even tap his brake, he just gave me the finger, swore at me, and peddaled faster. Luckily right there , there was a 'restoration' fence up, and my horse was only able to run about 50 feet, and that got him stopped. Then, just the other evening, I was going towards the hayfields, and a group of bikes was coming down the hill towards the hayfields. I asked them to 'please slow down' , and the first guy whizzed by and my horse did a little dance step, and ended up in the middle of the trail, which forced the other 3 bikes to jam their brakes on and pile up to avoid hitting the horse. they finally got stopped not more than 5 feet from him. What if they couldInt stop, and had hit him? I don't even want to think about that . I can't blame the horse for paniking when they fly by. There has been numerous times I have been hiking on the preserve , enjoying the trees and such, and a bike will come from nowhere and have to skid to avoid hitting me, and I jump, and my heart starts racing. A horse can't reason, his natural instinct is, that if something scares him, he flees. A good percentage of the bike riders are courteous and safe . But there is a growing number that are just in it for their own enjoyment, with no regard for others, or for the preserve . I am honest here when I say in the 5 years at this park, I have never seen a horse or hiker, where they should 'nt be . Yet I see on an average of once a week, a bike is on a trail that is closed for restoration. Are the rangers able to cite people for wreckless behavior, speeding, or endangering others? They should be . Can we maybe get some signs in the Hayfields or Maisies Peak area telling bikes of trail etiquette? I know there has been some serious accidents, and unfortunatly there will be more if something isInt done . Please help. Thank you, hAl J-AwEnv) Katherine Johnson 155C CO -3ey)E&Ic� L-V) - Los C.,��'S n IA. q 5ca;D, Cpen Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Kathy Johnson 15500 Benedict Lane Los Gatos, CA 95032 Dear Ms. Johnson: At our Regular Meeting last night, the District's Board of Directors reviewed your July 30, 1992 letter about bicyclists at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve. We are sorry to hear that inconsiderate cyclists spoiled your recent visits to the preserve. The District is in the process of developing trail use guidelines. The safety of all preserve visitors is a primary concern to us. It is our hope to establish guidelines that will accommodate a variety users and provide for a safe, enjoyable trail experience. As part of this effort, we have published a trail etiquette brochure. Also, our rangers will patrol problem areas more frequently. Rangers can issue citations for reckless cycling. However, since the ranger must witness the violation, it is often difficult to control the problem. We are glad that a good percentage of the bicyclists you meet are courteous. We hope this continues and your future experiences with all trail users are pleasant. Thank you for your comments. Sincerely, Robert McKibbin, President Board of Directors cc: Board of Directors 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-92-88 Meeting 92-19 August 12 , 1992 AGENDA ITEM Classification, Salary, and Fringe Benefit Study - Ralph Andersen & Associates Mr. Douglas Johnson from Ralph Andersen & Associates in Sacramento will brief the Board on the classification, salary, and fringe benefit study the firm has conducted on the District's non-represented classifications. Prepared by: J. Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager Contact person: Same as above 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 - Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 - FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-92-89 Meeting 92-12 August 12 , 1992 AGENDA ITEM 1991-1992 Program Evaluation ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Accept staff 's program evaluation report. Discussion: The attached program evaluation material covers the 1991-1992 fiscal year, as well as the first four months of the 1992-1993 fiscal year. In November 1991, you agreed to continue the 1991-1992 action plan through the 1992-1993 fiscal year, with additional projects or project changes being reflected in the 1992- 1993 budget. At your August 12 meeting, staff will brief you on additional projects and activities not specifically included in the Action Plan that have required significant staff time. In addition, new projects and activities to be undertaken during 1992-1993 will be discussed. This program evaluation session is intended to lay the foundation for a future study session on the new two-year action plan and budget process. 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 . Mountain View,California 94040 . Phone:(415)949-5500 . FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Report R-92-89 Page 2 OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION PROGRAM Subprograms A. Negotiations and Special Projects B. Enterprise To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE: The District will purchase or otherwise acquire interest in the maximum feasible amount of strategic open space within the District planning areas. General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992 As a result of dwindling funds for open space land acquisition, the program's emphasis will be to work closely with the controller to scrutinize carefully each potential acquisition to focus efforts on the highest priority projects while minimizing expenditures on non- grant funded, lower priority acquisitions. PROGRESS: The final grant funded project under Proposition 70 was closed with the bargain-sale purchase of former Menuhin property from Peninsula Open Space Trust as an addition to the Cathedral Oaks Area of the Sierra Azul open Space Preserve. Included in the 29 transactions completed since April 1, 1991 were three bargain sales, two outright gifts, one no-cost exchange, and a new grant from the Save-The-Redwoods League in the amount of $490, 000. All acquisitions were carefully scheduled in concert with the controller's cash flow projections. In light of current state budget deliberations and potential severe negative impact on the District's funding, all new acquisitions were suspended by the Board as of July 1, 1992 . Report R-92-89 Page 3 1991-1992 Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram Objective The objective of the Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram is to provide for the acquisition of all real property rights necessary to secure a recreational greenbelt in the foothills and baylands, including rounding out and improving public access to existing preserves and connecting District preserves with other public lands. Key Projects and Activities 1. Convert the budgeted funds in the New Land Commitments budget category into open space lands focusing on the highest priority properties, including rounding out and improving public access to existing preserves and connecting trails at desirable prices, balancing the desirability of the potential acquisition with the availability of limited funds, including, where possible, private financing with favorable terms. PROGRESS• • Rounding Out: 389 acres for $1, 047, 000 ($ 2, 691/acre) • Public Access: 33 acres for 728, 000 ( 22, 061/acre) • Trail Connections:970 acres for 4 , 277 , 000 ( 4 , 411/acre) • Total 1, 392 acres for $6, 052 , 000 ($ 4 , 3471acre) • Owner Financed: $ 135, 000 • Gifts and Grants: $1,522, 000 2 . concentrate acquisition efforts on those parcels that will assist with completion of the Ridge Trail system within the District's sphere of influence. PROGRESS• The former Sinclair, Quane, Green, Davis, and Sink properties were acquired as additions to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. 3 . Work with Peninsula Open Space Trust to complete at least one acquisition project that significantly furthers the District's overall open space goals. PROGRESS• • Former Menuhin property - Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve • Former Wolf property - Long Ridge Open Space Preserve • POST acquired an additional interest in Guadalupe Land Company property • Worked with POST on acquisition of Camp Renwickiup acquired from U. S. Forest Service 4 . Seek and encourage agencies and groups to undertake sole or joint acquisition projects which will preserve additional open space such as a joint project with the Town of Los Gatos. PROGRESS• • Sempervirens Fund option - Long Ridge Open Space Preserve • Azzarello cooperative acquisition with Santa Clara County - El Sereno Open Space Preserve • Save-The-Redwoods League Grant - Long Ridge Open Space Preserve Report R-92-89 Page 4 1991-1992 Enterprise Subprogram Obiective 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. PROGRESS• • Rental rates increased an average of 4 .5% to reflect cost of living changes and market conditions. The revenue increase will be approximately $8, 500 annually. • New acquisitions from former Landre, Mud, White, and Sink properties enhanced rental base by $36, 000 annually. • Maintained tenants and cash flow at 330 Distel Circle during building renovation. 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. PROGRESS• • Converted apartment at El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve to ranger residence, and installed new tenant in vacated unit. • Connected new well at former Bean House on Long Ridge Open Space Preserve) . • Installed new water storage systems at former Incerpi and North properties. 3 . Prepare cost-benefit studies on a case by case basis as major repair, improvement and/or rental decisions arise. PROGRESS• • Decision made to recommend demolishing the former White property structure at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve rather than make substantial investment to overcome safety and cosmetic shortcomings. Report R-92-89 Page 5 OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Subprograms A. Planning, Design, and Development B. Operations, Maintenance, and Volunteer To Implement the BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE: 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. General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992 The emphasis of the Planning, Design, and Development Subprogram for 1991-1992 is implementation of the resource management policies and the trail use standards. Continuing implementation of grant- funded development projects is also a high priority. The Operations, Maintenance, and-Volunteer Subprogram continues to focus on providing for responsible stewardship and safe use of District lands, as well as enhancing visitor appreciation and participation. PROGRESS: The Planning, Design, and Development Subprogram has focused on refining draft resource management policies, and simultaneously drafting resource management plans for Russian Ridge and Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserves. Staff is currently drafting Trail Use Guidelines incorporating comments made during a series of public workshops. The workshops emphasized development of trail use mitigation measures and trail standards. Grant-funded development projects at Skyline Ridge are complete. Grant projects at Russian Ridge and Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserves are in the final planning phase awaiting approval of construction permits. Grant projects at the Picchetti Ranch Area are nearing completion. The Operations, Maintenance, and Volunteer Subprogram continues to provide for the on-site operational needs of District lands. Maintenance and construction crews constructed several new restrooms and retrofitted several others to meet disabled access requirements. At Rancho San Antonio, staff constructed a major new trail link and worked with the City of Mountain View to finish the Grant House restoration. The docent program provided a greater variety of programs to a growing audience. A core of dedicated volunteers continues to support monthly work projects that focus on trail maintenance and resource protection and enhancement. Patrol staff continues to attempt to mitigate trail-use conflicts through visitor education and active enforcement of District use regulations. Report R-92-89 Page 6 1991-1992 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 formulation and review of Use and Management Plans, as well as overseeing the physical implementation of capital improvements for public access and interpretation, and for resource management, master, and other special plans. Key Projects and Activities 1. Continue implementation of Board-approved and grant-funded public access improvements including trails, water system, toilets, and the interpretation center at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. Continue implementation of grant-funded historic structure improvements at Picchetti Ranch area and other structure improvements at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Complete the planning and commence implementation of parking areas and trails at Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. PROGRESS• • At Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, completed public access improvements include David Daniels Nature Center, Ridge Trail, reformatted brochure and sign maps, and piers. • Farm Bypass Trail completed at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. • Trail realignments at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve. • Trail bridge at Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. • Historic restoration of the Grant House at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve completed. • Winery restoration at Picchetti is complete and the barn is almost finished. • Conditional use and site development permits obtained for public access facilities at Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. • A hang-gliding program initiated at Windy Hill. • Dedication events were held at Skyline Ridge and Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserves to recognize completion of public access improvements. 2 . Continue multi-jurisdictional planning projects for the Bay and Ridge Trails. Conduct joint planning with Santa Clara County on Rancho San Antonio County Park, the Lexington Reservoir Plan, including the Highway 17 overcrossing and connections to El Sereno Open Space Preserve and on the connection between Monte Bello and Fremont Older Open Space Preserves. Report R-92-89 Page 7 PROGRESS: • Bay Trail activities include co-hosting a tour for legislators and a public forum for the south bay portion of the Bay Trail; comprehensive trail plan submitted to Lockheed, NASA, and Moffett Field; hosting a Bay Trail and Ravenswood Open Space Preserve dedication event; and joint planning with San Mateo County for bay trail easements near Redwood City. 0 Ridge Trail activities include participating in regional trails planning and a slide show presentation, and hosting a Ridge Trail dedication event at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. 0 Joint planning efforts with Santa Clara County include staff participation on the Rancho San Antonio County Park and Stevens Creek County Parks master plan task forces, comprehensive trail studies for Stevens Creek Canyon and El Sereno areas, and coordinated response to Highway 17 Environmental Impact Report. 3 . Apply adopted District-wide trail policies and guidelines to key trails and begin applying them to site-specific Use and Management Plans. Implement adopted resource management policies by incorporating priority of projects into the site emphasis and Use and Management Plan review process. PROGRESS: 0 Adopted Trail Use Policies and draft guidelines being applied to Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. 0 Four workshops held to formulate the draft guidelines; two sessions focused on trail use mitigation measures and two examined trail standards in the field. 0 Trail etiquette brochure completed and currently available on some preserves. 0 Draft resource management policies are being refined as they are being applied to Russian Ridge and Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserves; inventory and mapping elements of the Russian Ridge plan were presented to the Board; staff is preparing a schedule for plan preparation, in which critical areas will be prioritized; Board review of resource management policies is anticipated within six months. 0 Anticipated priority projects have been included in the Relative Site Emphasis Plan and 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. Report R-92-89 Page 8 1991-1992 Operations, Maintenance, and Volunteer Subprograms Objective Provide responsible stewardship of all District lands by furnishing those public safety, maintenance, and resource protection services necessary and appropriate for effective management of District lands. Key Projects and Activities 1. Draft a new staffing plan for Board consideration based on the Strategic Plan for the 1990's that includes field staff development to cover open space stewardship needs and that Open Space Management personnel support needs. PROGRESS: • The reorganization of the operations program is nearing completion; a second crew senior ranger position has been filled; senior rangers were assigned full supervisory responsibilities for rangers, open space technicians, and the equipment mechanic operator early in 1992 . • Staffing changes adopted by the Board at its March 11, 1992 meeting have been implemented on schedule, with the exception of the conversion of the half-time docent coordinator position to full time pending resolution of the state budget crisis. A ten year operation staffing plan will be developed this fall. 2 . Implement adopted ranger field operations manual. PROGRESS: • The field operations manual has been implemented. Sections on evidence and search procedures subsequently added. • Additions and revisions to the manual will continue periodically as the staff formalizes other field procedures. 3 . Begin implementing adopted resource management policies and plans for specific high priority projects District-wide. PROGRESS: • In the absence of adopted resource management policies, a variety of small resource management related projects primarily focusing on erosion control, revegetation, and exotic species eradication were conducted with planning program support. 4 . Begin implementing adopted trail policies and guidelines. PROGRESS: 0 In the absence of Board-adopted trail use guidelines, the field staff continues to encourage trail users to respect the rights of other users and to practice good trail etiquette. Report R-92-89 Page 9 5. Develop plans for a new radio system to meet the District's primary communications needs. PROGRESS: • New vehicle, portable, and base station radios were purchased late in fiscal year 1990-1991. • Federal licensing on the frequencies necessary to establish a new system was completed through cooperative agreements with East Bay Regional Park District and the California Department of Water Resources. • Rights secured to three mountain top communications facilities necessary to complete the system. • The Black Mountain repeater was installed in April and is now in use. The Sierra Moreno (Skeggs Point) repeater is scheduled to be operational in the next thirty days. Staff is currently reviewing the communications site requirements before placing the order for the third and final repeater. • Staff has reviewed and evaluated proposals from the City of Mountain View and the County of Santa Clara to provide 24-hour emergency dispatching services on the new frequency. Staff anticipates requesting Board authorization to negotiate a dispatching agreement within the next thirty days. • New system should be fully operational around January 1, 1993 . Report R-92-89 Page 10 PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM Subprograms A. Public Affairs and Education B. Organizational Relations C. Media Relations 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 communication and involvement in District activities. General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992 Develop a comprehensive public relations plan to increase visibility for the District by promoting the Twentieth Anniversary and the District's achievements since 1972 . Planning will be emphasized during the first six months of fiscal year 1991-1992, and implementation would begin in January 1992 . PROGRESS: The public relations plan is scheduled for completion by the end of August. Implementation should begin in September. This plan will include goals and strategies for all public affairs subprograms. Report R-92-89 Page 11 1991-1992 Public Affairs and Education Subprogram Objective The objective of the Public Affairs and Education Subprogram is to generate greater public awareness, involvement, and support of the District through a continuing campaign to inform and educate the constituency about the District's sites, programs, and goals. Key Projects and Activities 1. Prepare a comprehensive public relations plan to promote the District's Twentieth Anniversary. PROGRESS: The Twentieth Anniversary committee is in the process of developing final plans for several activities, including a Founders ' Day Dinner. In late June, the new public affairs manager began development of an overall District public relations plan, which will incorporate events related to the 20th Anniversary celebration, as well as goals and strategies for all subprograms. 2 . Continue to implement new comprehensive graphic identity and printed image program for the District. PROGRESS: The general graphic identity of the District has become more consistent, including use of the new District logo. Additional review of other materials is now underway with an emphasis on maintaining quality and consistency, balanced by budget constraints and effective use District financial resources. 3 . Publish two issues of the newsletter and two issues of Open Space. PROGRESS: Produced two newsletters (fall, 1991 and spring, 1992) ; produced two issues of Open Space (summer, 1991 and winter, 1991- 1992) . 4. Hold public dedication event at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve in Spring, 1992 . PROGRESS: This event was held in June, 1992, receiving moderate publicity and attended by approximately 70 - 80 people. 5. Revise Visitor's Guide. PROGRESS: Visitor's Guide has not yet been revised, primarily due to staffing changes and the large quantity of the "old" guides still available for distribution. The planning process for revising the Visitor's Guide will begin in October. Report R-92-89 Page 12 1991-1992 Organizational Relations Subprogram Objective The objective of the Organizational Relations 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 or make significant progress on priority items in District's legislative program. PROGRESS: Members of the Board's Legislative Committee met with various state legislators in Sacramento last May to increase awareness of District goals and objectives. This "proactive liaison" will continue to be an important function of the committee. However, the continued decline of the economic situation has remained a hinderance to success on legislative priorities. The District has been involved in efforts to minimize the negative impact of the proposed State budget cuts through calls and letters to appropriate legislators. 2 . Produce the 1991-1992 Annual Report as part of one issue of Open Space. PROGRESS: The 1991-1992 Annual Report has been printed, and distribution plans are being formulated. 3 . Hold joint meetings with the Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties Parks and Recreation Commissions. PROGRESS: These meetings did not take place. However, as part of the overall public affairs plan, liaison with these and other boards and commissions will be scheduled during 1992-1993 . Report R-92-89 Page 13 1991-1992 Media Relations Subprogram Objective The objective of the Media Relations 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. Write and produce press releases covering Board meetings, special meetings, District policies, docent walks and volunteer activities for the public in accordance with the District's policy statement regarding open information and cooperation. PROGRESS: Completed as ongoing work. Appropriate press releases are being distributed, and public information meetings are being held as needed (Vidovich acquisition, eucalyptus removal) . A media outreach plan will be included as part of the comprehensive public relations plan. 2 . Publicize availability of District sites at a level consistent with the Board's policy for Relative Emphasis of District Sites. PROGRESS: Completed as ongoing work. The public relations plan will address strategies and methods of generating a level of publicity consistent with the Relative Emphasis Policy and the other long term objectives of the District. 3 . Publicize the District's Twentieth Anniversary. PROGRESS: The Twentieth Anniversary committee met on July 15 and is scheduled to meet again on August 19. This committee is in the process of developing firm plans for several activities, including a Founders' Day Dinner. 4 . Publicize special Board meeting workshops to be held in an appropriate planning area well in advance of meeting. PROGRESS: Publicity for the August 19 Corte de Madera Board workshop began on July 29, allowing 21 days advance notice for attendance. Publicity included notifying appropriate newspapers and directly notifying affected neighbors. Report R-92-89 Page 14 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. General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992 Implement organizational restructuring and related infrastructure needs as approved for 1991-1992 for the Strategic Plan for the 1990 's. PROGRESS: The staffing reorganization plan was adopted in March, 1992. Positions were in process of being filled when state budget crisis dictated putting all unfilled positions on hold. Move to 330 Distel delayed due to contractor's bankruptcy; anticipated move date is August 28, 1992 . A revised draft of the Strategic Plan for the 1990 ' s has been completed. I Report R-92-89 Page 15 1991-1992 General Management and Program Support Objective The objective of the General Management and Program Support is to provide 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. Implement organizational structure changes for 1991-1992 as approved for the Strategic Plan for the 1990's and carry out District's personnel-related functions. PROGRESS: See general program emphasis progress statement. The administrative analyst position was filled in March, 1992 to assist in carrying out personnel-related functions. The public affairs manager and planning manager positions were filled in June, 1992 . The real property representative, planning technician and administrative assistant positions were in the process of being filled when the state budget crisis developed. 2 . Enhance staff effectiveness through increased communications; staff meetings, retreats, and workshops; training seminars; and team building activities. PROGRESS: New employee orientation program implemented, as well as steering committee for District's non-represented employees. Management team focused on organizational improvement program and team building activities. Special training sessions organized for supervisors. All staff being kept apprised of state budget crisis and potential impact on District. 3 . Pursue alternative sources to secure additional funding for the District to meet acquisition and open space management needs. PROGRESS: Proceedings initiated to form a benefit assessment district to help fund the Vidovich acquisition and subsequently terminated after a 55% protest recorded. 4 . Based on availability of 1990 census data, analyze District's population distribution to determine if ward boundary adjustments are necessary. PROGRESS: Completed. 5. Develop a process by which staff and Board members coordinate short and long-term goals and objectives for acquisition. PROGRESS: Completed. Prepared by: J. Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager; L. Craig Britton, Assistant General Manager/Land Manager; R. Anderson, Planning Manager; J. Escobar, Operations Manager; M. Smith, Public Affairs Manager Contact person: J. Fiddes Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT August 12, 1992 R-92-90 Meeting 92-19 August 12 , 1992 AGENDA ITEM Listing of Unopposed Candidates on the Ballot GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION 1. Adopt the attached resolution opting not to list the unopposed candidates on the November 3, 1992 ballots, and 2 . direct staff to inform the registrar of voters in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties of the Board's action. Discussion: As of 5: 00 P.M. this afternoon, the candidates for the three wards up for election in November are: Ward 3 - Teena Henshaw (Incumbent) Ward 4 - Ginny Babbitt (Appointed Incumbent) Ward 7 - Wim de Wit All are unopposed candidates. Section 5532 (e) of the District's enabling legislation states in part that "The board of directors may permit the candidates running unopposed to have their names appear on the ballot, at the board's option. Section 2 . 12 of your Rules of Procedure (Unopposed Candidates and Candidates' Statements) states that "in the case where there is a single candidate qualified to appear on the ballot, such candidate shall be permitted to have his or her name on the ballot at no cost to the candidate. " In light of our potential adverse budget situation this year, I recommend that the unopposed candidates not be listed on the ballot this year if they so elect. Potential savings to the District are $36, 000 ($13 , 000 in Santa Clara County and $23 , 000 in San Mateo County. ) Prepared by: J. Fiddes, District Clerk Contact person: Same as above. 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-135 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING NOT LISTING THE UNOPPOSED CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION ON THE NOVEMBER 3 BALLOTS OF SAN MATEO COUNTY AND SANTA CLARA COUNTY WHEREAS, the District's enabling legislation states that the Board of Directors may permit candidates running unopposed to have their names appear on the ballot at the board's option, and WHEREAS, the District's Rules of Procedure state that when there is a single candidate qualified to appear on the ballot, such candidate shall be permitted to have his or her name on the ballot at no cost to the candidate, and WHEREAS, each candidate is unopposed and does not request his or her name to appear on the ballot, NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby opt not to list the unopposed candidates for election on the November 3 , 1992 ballots of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: H. Grench, General Manager DATE: August 12 , 1992 SUBJECT: F. Y. I . 201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Gi nny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop Qt 1 P 6 � I92 Jim Warren STAFF RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY 345 Swett Road,Woodside CA 94062 Board President Acknowledge/Respond e-mail: jwarren@autodesk.com-or- jwarren@well.sf Director Acknowledge/Respond Staff Acknowledge/Respond Thursday,Aug. 6, 1992 Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per 1y snailmail &fax:415-949-5679 Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Craig Britton, Edifice Empressario and to �t Board of Directors [as an official communication to the Board] Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 201 San Antonio Circle, C132 Mountain View CA 94040 Hi Craig, Background for New I's Summarizing to date, for newly-lurking minds: Around June, I said I'd be interested in receiving an offer from MROSD for my 3-building residence-compound &40 acres [no mule] - that includes/covers the west end of the ridgetop abutting Corte Madera Preserve between it and the Purissima Preserve. You suggested we share an appraisal and at my request recommended five appraisers. All had worked for the District. Based on recommendations from Skyline- property brokers, I suggested three other appraisers (Nicholas, Rench, Bennet), none of whom had worked for the District. Your "B. Mace" checked 'em out; gave you Nicholas' resume`, and said the other two "disqualified themselves." You faxed a copy of his memo and suggested four new appraisers-three from the East Bay and one from San Jose. When I asked,you said all had worked for other Bay Area park/open space districts and had been recommended by them. I checked with "my" three that Mace had contacted. Nicholas is available-has a "Class 4" rating but is not an MAI. Bennet had disqualified herself-swamped with work in the slurbs. Rench had disqualified himself,but when asked why, said it was because Mace questioned his experience in evaluating [undeveloped?] rural acreage. He and I agreed mine was not undeloped/rural acreage; he felt qualified to appraise it; - related to 15-20 other Skyline-area properties he has appraised in the past several years. I discussed this with you and reiterated that I would prefer an appraiser who has not done [repeat] business with a park/OS district. You said that, if I preferred one of the appraisers I mentioned, since they were not MAIs, they should send samples of their work to you-which is fine with me. I, however, have not followed up-this being my peak season for political-harassment [heh!] -other than calling you a week or so later and finding you were gone until Aug. 3rd. Gettin' Movin' Again So, to get things restarted: Since you know what you want-and it is apparently more than what Nicholas submitted-I request that you contact them (listed hereafter); ask 'ern for copies of exactly what ya need, and let me know any whom you feel are Jim Warren,page 2 unqualified—with rationale,please. And, to pacify possible MAI worship, I'm adding another name, suggested by Nicholas when I spoke with him: Jim Nicholas,Redwood City,367-0844 David Rench,Redwood City,366-2888 Ralph Clark,MAI, San Carlos,367-1500 I've had no contact with any of these folks other than as described, here. Real Gone, Mannn I will be in and out of town for the next month or so,but will get any faxes, messages and snailmail at least every week or two. Please call when you've cleared the three names above,or write if you find any are unqualified, and I will try to respond promptly. I'd sorta like to sell this place before some unsupervised naive hiker or whacko torches the ridge. Our Agreement re Our Appraiser just to reiterate what I believe was our agreement regarding our plan to share an appraiser (if you disagree,please fax me a correcting memo ASAP): We— the District and I—will split the appraisal fees equally. (I request that we negotiate/review it with our chosen appraiser, together.) Neither of us, nor anyone associated with either of us, will give our agreed-upon appraiser any instructions or information regarding the appraisal or the property without the other of the two of us being present and will mutually instruct him that he is to honor that restriction. Timber Wolves Timber-creature George Pope called a few weeks ago (for some computer advice), and I asked him if he could guesstimate the value and accessability of my timber under a maximum legal rape-n-pillage scenario. He dropped by a week or so later and trampled the turf; apparently plans to give me a reasonably accurate estimate—or maybe an entrepreneurial bid though I didn't request it. I'll pass it along to you and our split-appraiser,for whatever interest/value it may be. (Hmmm, maybe I should also ask Dale Holderman or Bud from Big Creek if they also lust after my tall weeds. For some strange reason,redwood is apparently at its highest-ever prices.) Going Over Board And finally,in honor of the glorious Keene Amendment to the haloed Open Meetings Law—so you and Herb can feely discuss this in closed session with the Board —I am sending a copy of this as a formal communication to the Board. If I recall correctly, that means it will be reported in and attached to the Minutes, thus [I think] fulfilling the public notification required before possible closed-session haggling. I remain,Sincerely [where it counts], Warren W/mac Jim Warren,page 2 unqualified—with rationale,please. And, to pacify possible MAI worship, I'm adding another name, suggested by Nicholas when I spoke with him: Jim Nicholas,Redwood City,367-0844 David Rench, Redwood City,366-2888 Ralph Clark,MAI, San Carlos,367-1500 I've had no contact with any of these folks other than as described, here. Real Gone, Mannn I will be in and out of town for the next month or so,but will get any faxes, messages and snailmail at least every week or two. Please call when you've cleared the three names above, or write if you find any are unqualified, and I will try to respond promptly. I'd sorta like to sell this place before some unsupervised naive hiker or whacko torches the ridge. Our Agreement re Our Appraiser Just to reiterate what I believe was our agreement regarding our plan to share an appraiser (if you disagree, please fax me a correcting memo ASAP): We— the District and I—will split the appraisal fees equally. (I request that we negotiate/review it with our chosen appraiser, together.) Neither of us, nor anyone associated with either of us, will give our agreed-upon appraiser any instructions or information regarding the appraisal or the property without the other of the two of us being present and will mutually instruct him that he is to honor that restriction. Timber Wolves Timber-creature George Pope called a few weeks ago (for some computer advice), and I asked him if he could guesstimate the value and accessability of my timber under a maximum legal rape-n-pillage scenario. He dropped by a week or so later and trampled the turf; apparently plans to give me a reasonably accurate estimate—or maybe an entrepreneurial bid though I didn't request it. I'll pass it along to you and our split-appraiser, for whatever interest/value it may be. (Hmmm, maybe I should also ask Dale Holderman or Bud from Big Creek if they also lust after my tall weeds. For some strange reason,redwood is apparently at its highest-ever prices.) Going Over Board And finally,in honor of the glorious Keene Amendment to the haloed Open Meetings Law—so you and Herb can feely discuss this in closed session with the Board —I am sending a copy of this as a formal communication to the Board. If I recall correctly, that means it will be reported in and attached to the Minutes, thus [I think] fulfilling the public notification required before possible closed-session haggling. I remain, Sincerely [where it counts], Warren W/mac er��te BUG I o ,,992 Cariforuia le f5tature -.- COMMITTEES. CHAIR. SELECT COMMITTEE ON REPLY To INFANT AND STATE SENATOR DEVELOPMENT CHILE)CARE AND SAGR ADDRESS STATETATE CAPITOL REBECCA Q. MORGAN VICE CHAIR: EDUCATION CA SACRAMENTO.CA 95e14 ELEVENTH DISTRICT REVENUE AND TAXATION (916)445-6747 MEMBER: BUDGET AND FISCAL REVIEW DISTRICT OFFICE ENERGY AND PUBLIC 750 MENLO AVENUE UTILITIES SUITE 100 TRANSPORTATION MENLO PARK.CA 94025 (415)688-6330 JOINT COMMITTEE ON 1408}277-9824 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY August 5, 1992 Herbert Grench, General Manager Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 201 San Antonio Circle, Suite C-135 Mountain View, CA 94040 Dear Mr. Grench: Thank you for your letter urging my support for AB 2442 (Baker/Isenberg) , relating to property taxation. As you know, I am strongly in support of the work you and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District do. I had fully intended to vote in favor of this bill in the Revenue and Taxation Committee, but unfortunately, I was presenting a bill in another committee at the time this bill was heard. The bill did pass the committee and is currently in the Appropriations Committee. If it passes to the floor, (and it probably will) I intend to vote for it. j Again, thank you for sharing your views with me. Sincerely, REBECC7Q. O N RQM:ra/lb r �eu�te AUG 10 ,g 92 Cariforuia tegi5rature COMMITTEES CHAIR: SELECT COMMITTEE ON REPLY TO: INFANT AND CHILD CARE AND STATE SENATOR DEVELOPMENT SACRAMENTO ADDRESS REBECCA Q. MORGAN VICE CHAIR: EDUCATION STATE CAPITOL REVENUE AND TAXATION SACRAMENTO.CA 95814 ELEVENTH DISTRICT (916)445.6747 MEMBER: BUDGET AND FISCAL REVIEW h DISTRICT OFFICE ENERGY AND PUBLIC UTILITIES 750 MENLO AVENUE SUITE 100 TRANSPORTATION MENLO PARK,CA 94025 (415)688-6330 JOINT COMMITTEE ON (408)277-9824 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY August 5, 1992 Herbert Grench, General Manager Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 201 San Antonio Circle, Suite C-135 Mountain View, CA 94040 Dear Mr. Grench: Thank you for your letter urging my support for AB 2442 (Baker/Isenberg) , relating to property taxation. As you know, I am strongly in support of the work you and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District do. I had fully intended to vote in favor of this bill in the Revenue and Taxation Committee, but unfortunately, I was presenting a bill in another committee at the time this bill was heard. The bill did pass the committee and is currently in the Appropriations Committee. If it passes to the floor, (and it probably will) I intend to vote for it. Again, thank you for sharing your views with me. Sincerely, REBECCA7Q. O N RQM:ra/lb TOM CAMPBELL { ' COMMITTEE ON BANKING, 12TH DISTRICT, CALIFORNIA FINANCE AND URBAN AFFAIRS 313 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING COMMITTEE ON THE AUG y� 1992* JUDICIARY WAS HINGTON,DC 20515-0512 d �/ 4/ (202)225 COMMITTEE ON SCIENCE, DISTRICT OFFICES: SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY 599 NORTH MATHILDA AVENUE,SUITE 105 SUNNYVALE,CA 94085 408 ttCon.gremq of the 19ndeb btate� ( )245-4835 HOUSE COMPETITIVENESS CAUCUS (415)321-9154 CONGRESSIONAL CAUCUS FOR 7415 EG L STREET,SUITE D wouge of Repregentatf beg GIIROY,CA 95020 WOMEN'S ISSUES ROY,C CONGRESSIONAL GRACE (408)848-5101 COMMISSION CAUCUS HUMAN RIGHTS CAUCUS NMENTAL AND August 5, 1992 ENERGYI STUDY CONFERENCE Mr. Herbert Grench General Manager Open Space 201 San Antonio Circle Suite C-135 Mountain View, California 94040 Dear Mr. Grench: Thank you for your recent letter concerning the Land and Water Conservation Fund. This issue will be voted on in the upcoming Interior Appropriations bill and I'll be sure to keep your concerns in mind. I have strongly supported the Land and Water Conservation Fund in the past as an excellent way for the federal government to enter into a partnership with states on conservation projects. Again, thank you for writing. I also appreciated your kind comments on my environmental record. It is rare indeed when someone takes the time to send such a kind thank you. The support of concerned citizens is important to congressional efforts at environmental protection. Please keep in touch. Best regards, .---J IN& Congressman Tom Campbell TC:mrb THIS STATIONERY PRINTED ON PAPER MADE OF RECYCLED FIBERS AUG 0 61992 ~11, CALIF RNIA PARK & RECR ATION SOCIETY M P.O. Box 161118 • 3031 F Street, Suite 202 • Sacramento, CA 95816 • (916) 446-2777 � N V W �+ August 3 , 1992 m � BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT jCANHARVEY* The President PRESIDENT-ELECT The White House JIM PAYMOND' VICE-PRESIDENT Washington, DC 20500 EILEEN BROWNELL* PAST PRESIDENT Dear Mr. President: ROBERT THOMAS* SECRETARY/TREASURER BARBARAHARISON* Subject: Wetlands Reform Act of 1992 NORTHERN REPRESENTATIVE KEN BAILEY' SOUTHERN REPRESENTATIVE On July 15 , 1992 , the Legislative Committee of the BCB',VINSLOW' California Park and Recreation Society (CPRS) voted DISTRICT I DIRECTOR to forward the attached Resolution on a Wetlands j CAVE'.VILKINSON DISTRICT If DIRECTOR Protection to the Society' s Board of Directors for BARBARA WACKFORO adoption at its September Board meeting. DISTRICT III DIRECTOR Specifically, we: KAREN McNAMARA DISTRRICH ICT I CY DIRECTOR 1 . Join a cross—section of other DISTRICT V DIRECTOR an or izations in supporting H.R. 4255 , the Wetlands CRAG BRONZAN g pp g DISTRICT VI DIRECTOR Reform Act of 1992 , introduced by Congressman Don TERRY DAMS Edwards (D-San Jose) , which provides higher levels of DISTRICT Vill protection than Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, TOM HERNANDEZ DISTRICTVIU DIRECTOR reforms and clarifies regulations regarding wetlands STEVEWOLTER use and development, and calls for an independent DISTRICT HEFFL R stud b the National Academyof Sciences on ELL OT7 HEFFLER y y DISTRICT X DIRECTOR delineation of wetlands that considers regional DAN IWATA differences . DISTRICT XI DIRECTOR TERRY NIELSON DISTRICT XII DIRECTOR 2 . Concur with Governor Wilson' s letter to JESSVALENZUELA you dated December 13 , 1991 , opposing the proposed DISTRICT N TOR SUSA HUNT N HUNT revisions to the Federal Wetlands Delineation Manual SUSA DISTRICT XIV DIRECTOR and Section 404 of the Federal Clean Water Act, which BOB MEZAK would be detrimental to the goals of short-term no DISTRICT XV DIRECTOR MICHAELTHOMPSON net loss and long-term net gains for the state s ADMINISTRATORS' wetlands as contained in "Resourceful California" , SECTION DIRECTOR KATHER1,tiE CHAPPELEAR the Governor' s blueprint for natural resources EDUCATORS'SECTION conservation. DIRECTOR KATHY HALBERG RECREATION SUPERVISORS' 3 • Support California Assembly Joint SECTION DIRECTOR Resolution No. 59 , memorializing you to continue the DAV=_PETERS THERAPEUTIC SECTION use Of the wetlands definition currently contained In DIRECTOR the 1989 Federal Wetlands Delineation Manual and not B.J GROSVENOR adopt the proposed new wetlands policy. COMMERCIAL SECTION DIRECTOR STEVELANG 4 . Urge consideration for the creation of PARK OPERATIONS SECTION DIRECTOR positive incentives for property owners Of wetlands , JANBARTOLO such as tax credits , density bonuses, variances , and ARMED FORCES SECTION DIRECTOR regulatory assistance programs to encourage JEFFTEMPLE preservation of existing wetlands. STUDENT SECTION DIRECTOR RMN McBRIDE AGING SECTION DIRECTOR GIL GALINDO Affiliated with the National Recreation and Park Association 'Execuwe Council The President Page 2 August 3 , 1992 As the Resolution states , the 13 , 000-member California Park and Recreation Society is a professional society representing the interests of park and recreational professionals in the State of California. CPRS 2000, the Society' s Strategic Plan, calls for the Society' s active leadership in environmental protection, action and education, and for the Society to support and foster legislation that promotes the acquisition, protection and management. of open space areas, including wetlands . Respectfully, Chair Vral , Chair ti Committ L#S altive Committee Attachment GA. jc. 73192 cc: Manuel Lujan, Jr. , Secretary of Interior Governor Pete Wilson Douglas Wheeler, California Secretary of Resources Agency California Congressional Delegation Alan Cranston, U. S . Senator John Seymour, U. S . Senator CPRS Legislative Committee California League of Cities California State Association of Counties National Association of Counties National League of Cities California Special Districts Association The Nature Conservancy Ducks Unlimited State Senator Dan McCorquodale, Natural Resources and Wildlife Committee Assemblyman Dominic Cortese, Water, Parks and wildlife Committee Assemblyman Ted Lempert Barry Tindall., National Association of Parks and Recreation Bill Palmer, National Association of County Parks and Recreation officials CALIFORNIA PARK AND RECREATION SOCIETY RESOLUTION ON WETLANDS PROTECTION WHEREAS, the California Park and Recreation Society, hereafter referred to as the Society, is a professional society representing the interests of park and recreation professionals in the State of California; and WHEREAS, CPRS 2000 , the Strategic Plan for the Society, sets forth a strategy that positions the Society to assume an active leadership role in environmental protection, action and education; and WHEREAS, a goal of the CPRS 1991 Environmental Platform is to set a high standard of leadership and competency in maintaining and improving the quality of the environment; and WHEREAS, the Society has pledged to foster legislation to promote the acquisition, protection and management of open space areas , including wetlands , and to preserve, enhance and interpret natural resources such as endangered. species , dunes , and tidelands ; and, WHEREAS, wetlands are a critically important natural resource, constituting habitat for threatened and endangered species and Pacific Flyway waterfowl, and serving as flood storage and groundwater recharge areas ; and WHEREAS, wetlands have strong scenic and recreational value, providing a visually pleasing contrast to upland areas , open water and uniform landscapes, and opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, hunting, and observing wildlife; and WHEREAS, over 90 percent of the state ' s historical wetlands acreage has been converted to other uses , and the quality of many of the remaining wetlands has been reduced by pollution, water diversions , and drought; and WHEREAS, California ' s remaining wetlands cover approximately 450 , 000 acres , and these are considered by experts to be a baseline beyond which further losses would cause irreparable damage to the state' s natural resources ; and WHEREAS, these remaining wetlands are currently protected under the Federal Clean Water Act, Section 404 , but revisions to the Federal Wetlands Delineation Manual as proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency could result in loss of protection for half of the state' s wetlands ; and WHEREAS, as much as 75 percent of the currently protected coastal wetlands in Southern California would no longer be eligible for federal protection; and WHEREAS, the Central Valley, containing over two-thirds of the state ' s wetlands , would lose federal protection for over half of the 150 , 000 acres of historical wetlands ; and WHEREAS, over half of the essential habitat for shorebirds and many fish species within San Francisco ' s diked baylands and tidal marshes would lose federal protection under the proposed plan; and WHEREAS , the primary reason for the loss of federal protection in all these areas would be the hydrology requirement of inundation of 15 days and saturation at the surface of 21 days during the growing season which, in California' s arid, often drought stricken climate, would eliminate by definition much of the state' s historic wetlands; and WHEREAS , that neither the state nor local governments have the financial resources or regulatory authority to undertake the responsibilities required to continue the current level of protection; and WHEREAS, the current system is subject to complaints of having subjected property owners to costly and time consuming regulatory burdens , but these problems will not be solved and may be worsened if the proposed changes are implemented. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Directors of the California Park and Recreation Society on 1992 , that the Society; 1 . Concurs with Governor Wilson' s letter to President Bush, dated December 13 , 1991 , opposing the proposed revisions to the Federal Wetlands Delineation Manual and Section 404 of the Federal Clean Water Act , which would be detrimental to the goals of short-term no net loss and long-term net gains for the state ' s wetlands as contained in "Resourceful California" , the Governor ' s blueprint for natural resources conservation. 2 . Supports Assembly Joint Resolution No. 59 , memorializing the President of the United States to continue the use of the wetlands definition currently contained in the 1989 Federal Wetlands Delineation Manual and not adopt the proposed new wetlands policy. 3 . Joins a cross-section of other organizations in supporting H.R. 4255 , the Wetlands Reform Act of 1992 , introduced Page 2 by Congressman Don Edwards (D-San Jose) , which provides higher levels of protection than Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, reforms and clarifies regulations regarding wetlands use and development, and calls for an independent study by the National Academy of Sciences on delineation of wetlands that considers regional differences . 4 . Urges consideration for the creation of positive incentives for property owners of wetlands , such as tax credits , density bonuses, variances , regulatory assistance programs , etc. , to encourage preservation of existing wetlands . PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 1992 . Secretary GA. jc. 73192a Page 3