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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
REGULAR MEETING Meeting 93-2
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A G E N D A
7:30 P.M. 330 Distel Circle
Wednesday Los Altos, California
January 13, 1993
(7:30) * ROLL CALL
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY -- R. McKibbin
Installation of Director de Wit
** ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
*** ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR -- R. McKibbin
*** WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Consent Item)
BOARD BUSINESS
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(7:45) 1. Election of Board Officers for 1993 -- R. McKibbin
(7:55) 2. Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures --g r R. McKibben
(8:55) 3. Plan for Compliance with the 1990 Americans with
Disabilities Act -- R. Anderson
(9:00) 4. Annual Review of the Relative Site Emphasis Plan and
Schedule for Use and Management Plan Reviews -- R. Anderson
(9:30) 5. Proposed Preliminary Action Plan for the Implementation of
the Basic Policy of- the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space ,
District for Fiscal Year 1993-1994 -- H. Grench
(10:00) 6. Strategic Plan for the Nineties -- H. Grench
(10:15) 7. 1993 Special District Board Management Institute -- H.
Grencb
*** 8. Initial Legislative Program for 1993-1994 -- H. Grench
(Consent Item)
*** 9. Renewal of Investment Authority -- H. Grench (Consent Item)
Resolution Authorizing Certain Board Employees to Invest
Temporarily Idle Funds in Securities Allowed by Government
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Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle . Los Altos, California 94022-1404 . Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny'Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
10. Approval of License Agreement for the Portola Park heights
Homeowners Association to Install an Underground Power Line
on Long Ridge Open Space Preserve -- R. Anderson (Consent
Item)
(10.20) 11. Appointment of Budget Committee -- President
(10:35) 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.
TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will invite 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 Ve approved without discussion by
one motion unless a Board mMber removes an item from the consent calendar for
separate discussion. A member of the public may request under oral
communications that an item be removed from the consent calendar.
.NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
The Finance Committee will meet on Wednesday, January 13, 1993 beginning at
6:00 p.m. at the District office. The purpose of the meeting will be to
address the long term funding needs for the District.
The Gift Policy Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 19, 1993 beginning at
3:00 p.m. at the District office. The purpose of the meeting will be to
review and revise the District's gift policy.
The 20th Anniversary Committee will meet on Tuesday, January 19, 1993
beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the District office. The purpose of the meeting
will be to plan events celebrating the District's twentieth anniversary.
The Legislative Committee will meet on Friday, January 22, 1993 beginning at
10:00 a.m. The purpose of the meeting will be to review the status of the
potential impacts of the state budget crisis.
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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
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DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Susan Hine
Five Hawk View
Portola Valley, CA 94028
Dear Ms. Hine:
The Board of Director's of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District considered your letter of December 7, 1992 concerning
the proposed development of the Portola Valley Partners , property.
We believe the development proposal is being called the "Blue Oak
Subdivision" within the Town of Portola Valley.
While this property does not connect with any District holdings,
we are certainly sympathetic to any local efforts to preserve
portions, or all of this land, as permanent open space. It may
interest you to know that District Director Crowder will be
addressing the Portola Valley Town Conservation Committee on
January 25, 1993 regarding local preservation methods. Director
Crowder lives in Portola Valley and represents that area of the
District. Also, at the District Board Meeting of January 27,
1993, beginning at 7: 30 p.m. , our agenda is to include a
presentation on this proposed subdivision from Anna Loy Nikkum, a
local resident and open space advocate. You might consider
attending one or both of these meetings for additional
information on the potential for preserving this property.
Sincerely,
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Robert McKibbin
President, Board of Directors
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Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
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RE.' E 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
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DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Natalie S. Graham
8 Hawk View
Portola Valley, CA 94028
Dear Mrs. Graham:
The Board of Director's of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District considered your letter of December 7, 1992 concerning
the proposed development of the Portola Valley Partners property.
We believe the development proposal is being called the "Blue Oak
Subdivision" within the Town of Portola Valley.,
While this property does not connect with any District holdings,
we are certainly sympathetic to any local efforts to preserve
portions, or all of this land, as permanent open space. It may
interest you to know that District Director Crowder will be
addressing the Portola Valley Town Conservation Committee on
January 25, 1993 regarding local preservation methods. Director
Crowder lives in Portola Valley and represents that area of the
District. Also, at the District Board Meeting of January 27,
1993 , beginning at 7 : 30 p.m. , our agenda is to include a
presentation on this proposed subdivision from Anna Loy Nikkum, a
local resident and open space advocate. You might consider
attending one or both of these meetings for additional
information on the potential for preserving this property.
Sincerely,
Robert McKibbin
President, Board of Directors
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 - Phone:415-691-1200 - FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
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Robert A. Sayles
14 Hawk View
Portola Valley, CA 94028
RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF
Board President Acknowledge/Respond
Director Acknowledge/Respond
�1 Staff Acknowledge/Respond
Draft Response Attached
to Prepare '
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December 15, 1992 Response forDBoardecteConsiderationDpert
Board Directive(s)
No Response Necessary
Board of Directors
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos, CA 94022
- Gentlepersons:
I understand that you are considering acquiring the property
known as the Black Oak Subdivision, so as to create a
corridor from Windy Hill Iover to Foothill Park of natural
undisturbed open space. I strongly urge you to take this step
to preserve the natural ambiance that is an important part of
peninsula living. As a resident of Portola Valley Ranch, we
are disturbed by the damage already done to the landscape
by speculative developers in this area, and seek your
assistance in containing this damage to that which has
already occurred.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter. =.;
Sirnyerely,
cc: a Diana`Halprin,'President PVR Homeowners Assn.
Mayor,' Portola Valley
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DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Robert A. Sayles
14 Hawk View
Portola Valley, CA 94028
Dear Mr. Sayles:
The Board of Director's of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District considered your letter of December 7, 1992 concerning
the proposed development of the Portola Valley Partners property.
We believe the development proposal is being called the "Blue Oak
Subdivision" within the Town of Portola Valley.
While this property does not connect with any District holdings,
we are certainly sympathetic to any local efforts to preserve
portions, or all of this land, as permanent open space. It may
interest you to know that District Director Crowder will be
addressing the Portola Valley Town Conservation Committee on
January 25, 1993 regarding local preservation methods. Director
Crowder lives in Portola Valley and represents that area of the
District. Also, at the District Board Meeting of January 27,
1993, beginning at 7 : 30 p.m. , our agenda is to include a
presentation on this proposed subdivision from Anna Loy Nikkum, a
local resident and open space advocate. You might consider
attending one or both of these meetings for additional
information on the potential for preserving this property.
Sincerely,
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Robert McKibbin
President, 'Board of Directors
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
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
and President Acknowledge/Respond
Director Acknowledge/Respond
DEC 2
I Staff Acknowledge/Respond
Decembe 1992
Draft Response Attached
Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft
Response for Board Consideration per
Board Directive(s)
No Response Necessary
Board of Directors
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos, CA 94022
Gentlemen:
I've lived in Portola Valley for 23 years and have seen it
become increasingly crowded each year with houses, cars, bikers,
etc. I think we should do everything we can to stop any additional
subdivisions, i.e. , Black Oak.
I thank MPROSD should explore every possibility of purchasing
the property from the developers as part of their Open Space plan
and create a corridor from Windy Hill over to Foothill Park of
natural undisturbed space -- I think many people would be willing
to donate money and time to this end. I certainly would.
We must save and increase our Open Space for ourselves, our
children and our children's children.
Sincerely,
Ron Wilson
45 Bear Paw
Portola Valley, CA 94028
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Ron Wilson
45 Bear Paw
Portola Valley, CA 94028
Dear Mr. Wilson:
The Board of Director's of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District considered your letter of December 18, 1992 concerning
the proposed development of the Portola Valley Partners property.
We believe the development proposal is being called the "Blue Oak
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Subdivision" within the Town of Portola Valley.
While this property does not connect with any District holdings,
we are certainly sympathetic to any local efforts to preserve
portions, or all of this land, as permanent open space. It may
interest you to know that District Director Crowder will be
addressing the Portola Valley Town Conservation Committee on
January 25, 1993 regarding local preservation methods. Director
Crowder lives in Portola Valley and represents that area of the
District. Also, at the District Board Meeting of January 27,
1993 , beginning at 7 : 30 p.m. , our agenda is to include a
presentation on this proposed subdivision from Anna Loy Nikkum, a
local resident and open space advocate. You might consider
attending one or both of these meetings for additional
information on the potential for preserving this property.
Sincerely,
Robert McKibbin
President, Board of Directors
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe - 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992
P P Y
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 - Phone:415-691-1200 - FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
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Harry H. Haeussler, Jr.
1094 Highland Circle
Los Altos, CA 94024
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RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF
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DEC 2 3 1992 Board President Acknowledge/Respond
i December 21 , 1992 Director Acknowledge/Respond
Staff Acknowledge/Respond
Board of Directors Draft Response Attached
MR 0 S D Staff to be Directed t Prepare Draft
330 Distel Circle Response for Board Conso ideration per
Los Altos, CA 94022 Board Directive(s)
No Response Necessary
Yesterday M r. Elmer Wheaton and I rode the Eagle trail
alongisde Alpine Road and observed the location where you
recently approved the city of Portola Valley road saving
work.
A couple of hundred feet downstream of the work to be done,
the creek is undermining Eagle Trail, creating a dangerous
situation. The trail could collapse with someone on it and
cause injury.
I suggest that you work with Portola Valley in an effort to
correct this situation. The same type of work at the
threatened Eagle Trail as is proposed for the upstream road
saving should be done. If done in conjunction with the road
saving project, a saving of funds is possible as the
machinery will already be in place.
In-as-much as the next board meeting is not until about mid
January, I suggest staff commence working with Portola
Valley immediatly.
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Harry H. Haeussler, Jr.
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DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Mr. Harry H. Haeussler, Jr.
1094 Highland Circle
Los Altos, CA 94024
Dear Mr. Haeussler:
The District's Board of Directors reviewed your December 21, 1992
letter concerning a slipout on Eagle Trail on Windy, Hill Open Space
Preserve at our January 13, 1993 meeting. This area has been in
its current state since the District first purchased the property
several years ago. Staff fenced the steep drop-off to the creek
for safety purposes immediately after close of escrow. However,
your point is well taken and staff will look at possible solutions
to eliminate any further undercutting.
The area is located within the Windy Hill Open Space Preserve and
is not within the jurisdiction of the Town of Portola Valley.
Sincerely,
Robert McKibbin, President
Board of Directors
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone:415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485
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-93-01
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Election of Board Officers for 1993
GENERAL MANAGER' S RECOMMENDATION
Elect officers of the Board for the 1993 calendar year.
Discussion: Pursuant to Section 1 . 22 of your Rules of Procedure,
you elect new Board officers for the 1993 calendar year at your
first regular meeting in January. The election will be by signed
ballots , and the District clerk will count the ballots . After
the election, the ballots will be available for public
inspection.
Your Rules of Procedure list the order of officers to be elected
as follows: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary.
Prepared by:
Jean H. Fiddes
District Clerk
Contact person:
Same as above
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-10
Meeting 93-02
January 13 , 1993
AGENDA ITEM
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Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the attached Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures .
Discussion: On November 14 , 1990 the Board adopted the Trail Use
Policies. At that time, the Board directed the Trail Use
Committee to develop qualitative and quantitative guidelines (see
Policy 3 . 0) to aid the Board and staff in the implementation of
the adopted Trail Use Policies.
From May 1991 to December 1992, the committee held eleven public
hearings and workshops . The same process used to develop the
Trail Use Policies was applied in the formulation of the Trail
Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures. This involved extensive
public and staff input throughout the developmental process.
The document presented is in two sections. Section one addresses
qualitative and quantitative guidelines that establish procedures
for designating appropriate trail uses on District trails .
Section two addresses mitigation measures which can be used to
implement the trail use guidelines in reducing trail use
conflicts.
The document was created in the framework of developing a
consensus among all of the parties involved. This included the
public representing the multiple user groups, District staff , and
the Board members on the committee. It is being presented to the
Board at this time for final discussion and adoption.
Prepared by:
Robert McKibbin, Chairperson
Trail Use Committee
Contact person:
Same as above
Open Space . . . for room to breathe - 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992
P P Y
330 Distel Circle - Los Altos, California 94022-1404 - Phone:415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
TRAIL USE GUIDELINES AND MITIGATION MEASURES
This document represents a comprehensive strategy for implementing the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District Trail Use Policies. It is comprised of two major components, trail use guidelines and mitigation
measures. Section I addresses trail use guidelines which establish a procedure for designating appropriate trail
use on the District's vast and diverse trail system. Section 11, mitigation measures, analyzes methods designed
to augment trail use guidelines in reducing trail use conflicts. Both components are equally important in
providing a safe and enjoyable trail experience and protecting the natural resources.
Section I Trail Use Guidelines
What are trail use guidelines?
Trail use guidelines are quantitative and qualitative factors considered in determining trail use designations.
Quantitative factors include physical characteristics of a trail such as trail width and grade, line-of-sight and
side slopes. Qualitative factors are more subjective in nature and address existing trail use conflicts, other
preserve activities, trail use on adjacent lands, and past, present and future trail use.
Trail use guidelines are designed to assist the District staff and Board of Directors in implementing adopted
trail use policies. The guidelines are meant to be principles that direct the judgement and decision making
process. They are intended to provide flexibility in the planning and management of the District's trail system.
The District is currently developing accessibility plans that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA). As part of the process, trail access for visitor's having disabilities is being addressed. When
completed, trail use considerations contained in the ADA Plan will be incorporated into the trail use guidelines.
Why are trail use guidelines being developed?
Trail use guidelines are being developed to comply with the existing Trail Use Policies, adopted by the Board
of Directors in November 1990. The purpose of the policies is to promote safe and enjoyable experiences for
all who use the District lands. Trail Use Policy 3.0 states "The Board of Directors will adopt qualitative and
quantitative trail use guidelines to aid the Board and staff in determining trail use designations in the
implementation of these policies." As pointed out in the preamble to the policies, this policy is not intended
to restrict those who may use the District trails, but they may restrict how or under what conditions the trails
are to be used (Refer to Trail Use Policies dated November 14, 1990)
What process has been used to develop guidelines?
The process of developing trail use guidelines evolved from the formulation of the Trail Use Policies. These
policies were deemed necessary by the Board of Directors due to an alarming increase in trail use conflicts
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beginning as early as 1984. Following the adoption of the policies in 1990, the District's Board of Directors
assigned the task of formulating guidelines to a three member Board committee.
Public testimony has been a major component in the process of formulating both trail use policies and trail use
guidelines. The process has included the following:
August 1984 Trail Use Forum, cosponsored by the District and the
Midpeninsula Trails Council to assess trail use conflicts
March 1988 Public workshop for trail use needs assessment to assist staff in
preparing draft trail use policies and guidelines
October 1988 - Review Committee (public agencies and trail users) assisted in
April 1989 developing draft trail use policies and guidelines
April 1989 Public hearing and progress report for development of trail use
policies and guidelines
May 1989 Public workshop for presentation of staffs draft trail use policies
and guidelines
July 1989 - Seven public workshops held by Board Trail Use Committee to
October 1990 redraft trail use policies
November 1990 Public hearing for consideration and adoption of Trail Use
Policies by the Board of Directors
May 1991 Public workshop to discuss trail use guidelines and establish
framework for developing guidelines through the public process
July 1991 Public workshop with guest speakers from other public agencies
to address issues relating to trail use conflicts
September 1991 Public workshop held to discuss mitigation measures for trail use
conflicts and edit trail etiquette brochure
September 1991 Public workshop held at Long Ridge and St. Joseph's Hill Open
Space Preserves to examine trail standards and associated trail
use conflicts
November 1991 Public workshop held to discuss mitigation measures and
findings from field workshop
May 1992 Public workshop held at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve to
discuss developing a trail use plan using draft trail use guidelines
August 1992 Public workshop held at El Corte de Madera Open Space
Preserve to initiate use and management planning process and
discuss trail use needs and conflicts
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September 1 992 Public workshop to discuss recent trends in trail use conflicts
i examine case studies at Fremont Older and Purisima Creek
Redwoods Open Space Preserves, and review findings from field
workshop at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve
October 1992 - Three public workshops held to review and revise the
December 1992 Preliminary Draft Working Document for Trail Use Guidelines
and Mitigation Measures
How are trail use guidelines going to be used?
Trail use guidelines will be applied to each preserve on an individual basis. A particular trail system will be
examined in a comprehensive manner along with all other elements of the preserve's use and
management plan.
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This is to insure that land use decisions relating to such things as environmental education, parking areas and
observation platforms become factors in determining appropriate trail use. Use and management plans are
reviewed by the Board of Directors in accordance with District's planning process and subject to the Public
Notification Procedures.
Trail use guidelines and the planning process.
The trail use guidelines are presented in the following table. They are, generally, in the order they will be
considered in the use and management planning process. Many of these guidelines can be applied
simultaneously during the process.
TRAIL USE GUIDELINES
Trail Use Guideline Comments
1.0 Trail Inventories Data will be gathered relating to trail width and grade, side slopes, line of
sight, surface condition and natural obstacles.
1.1 Physical conditions of all trail segments will
be documented. The surveys will be conducted in a consistent manner to insure continuity
in the decision making process. The survey comprises documentation of
trail conditions at 500 foot intervals, noting exceptional and unusual
features along the way.
2.0 Trail Class Designation A trail class designation portrays the physical conditions, generally existing
over 75% of a trail's length. The length of trail segment is determined
2.1 Three trail classifications will be used to from one trail junction to the next.
characterize physical conditions of the trail
system. Three class designations characterize the major portion of the District's
trail system (Refer to Trail Class study following this table). Not all trails
2.2 Trail class designations only suggest suitable will fit into the three class designations. Exceptions must be evaluated on
trail uses. Other factors must be considered a case by case basis.
to determine a trail use designation.
Suitable trail uses for a trail class designation are not based solely on
physical characteristics. Other factors such as trail use on adjacent
parklands and anticipated trail use may be equally important in determining
trail use designation.
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Trail Use Guideline Comments
7.0 Trail Use Constraints When a trail exhibits satisfactory conditions for specific uses but high
levels of trail use result in degradation of the trail or persistent trail use
7.1 Environmental impacts and persistent conflicts, consideration will be given to prohibiting the use causing the
conflicts are critical in determining trail use greatest impact. Prior to closing a trail to specific uses, mitigation
designations. measures that adequately address the trail use problems will be explored.
7.2 Trail use by a user group may be prohibited Trail use designations will be compatible with interconnecting trails. A
on trails that lead directly to trails found not trail may exhibit satisfactory conditions for a particular user group, but if
appropriate for that use. that trail leads directly to a trail which does not exhibit satisfactory
conditions, the use will not be permitted on either trail.
7.3 Trail use by a user group may be prohibited '
when 25% of a trail's length does not When a trail exhibits satisfactory conditions over 75% of it's length,
comply with a trail class designation and mitigation measures may be employed to make the remaining 25%
mitigation measures can not reasonably acceptable. Minor rerouting of a trail segment may bypass natural
reduce trail conflicts. obstacles like a tree limb or rock outcropping. Advisory signs and passing
areas may mitigate narrow trail segments.
8.0 Use and Management Plans Many elements in a preserve's use and management plan can potentially
impact the trail system. It is imperative that consideration be given to
8.1 Trail use designations will be compatible planning elements such as new parking areas, environmental education
and facilitate other elements of the use and programs, and equestrian facilities. These uses ca
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management plan. trail use conflicts if they are not recognized in advance.
What are
trail class designations?
The District's trail system is characterized by a wide variety of physical trail conditions. These trails range
from level to steep,
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tures makingeach trail somewhat unique. Many of
the trails, though, can be grouped together when examining similarities in trail width and grade, side slope,
and line of sight. In fact, the majority of trails fall into three classes which are described, herein, as Class A,
B and C. Together, these three classes are believed to represent approximately 75% of the District's trail
system.
The four physical characteristics that determine a trail class designation are;
■ Trail Width - represents the width of the trail pad or graded area including the path in which trail
users travel and the shoulders of the path which in many cases may be overgrown.
■ Trail Grade - describes the steepness of a trail. It is based on the change in elevation between two
points along the length of the trail.
■ Side Slope - represents the steepness of the area adjacent to a trail. It is based on the change in
elevation between two points along a line perpendicular to a trail.
■ Line of Sight - describes the distance a trail user can see along the length of a trail. Large trees,
rocks or embankments can limit the line of sight and ability to see oncoming trail users. Line of
sight is based on the average height of a trail user travelling in the middle of the trail.
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Trail Use Guideline Comments
3.0 Past, Present and Future Trail Use Historical and existing trail use information will be gathered from field
staff and informal surveys. Trends in trail use will be valuable information
3.1 Trail use information relating to levels and in attempting to project future use.
types of trail use will be evaluated.
Trends may also indicate that trail users have been displaced because of
3.2 Existing trail use will not be considered an undesirable conditions, incompatible user groups or increased levels of use.
over-riding factor in determining trail use It is conceivable that an existing trail use prevents others from a safe and
designations. enjoyable trail use experience or has deleterious environmental impacts,
whereby consideration may be given to redirecting one user group to an
alternate route.
Existing and anticipated low trail use levels may allow for variations of
multi-use (ie; equestrians and/or bicyclists) where, 1) a trail's class
designation would indicate multi-use is not suitable or, 2) a trail has been J
found to be an exception to the three class designations.
4.0 Trail Use Conflicts Field reports will be reviewed to examine accidents and violations.
Records will include public communications. Consideration will be given
4.1 Availa
ble records will be evaluated to gain to the possible subjective nature of these communications.
understanding of
current
s trail use conflicts.
Trail use conflicts may be anticipated, based on changes in use and
4.2 Future trail use conflicts will be anticipated management or new P recreational g equipment that may be adapted to trail
and will be an important cons'
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considera
tion.P use.
Analyzing trail use conflicts may reveal information about users being
displaced to other parks and preserves where conflicts are not so prevalent.
5.0 Adjacent Land Use Where trails are connecting with adjacent public lands, a survey of trail
use and regulations will be undertaken. Consultation with public agencies
5.1 Trail use designations will be compatible will identify existing and planned land use and trail use that may influence
with adjacent parkl
ands in e
J p respect to trail the District's decision making process. Every attempt will be made to
use and regulations. develop, in cooperation with other agencies, a connecting trail system that
is consistent in terms of trail use and regulations.
5.2 Undesirable trail use on private lands will
be discouraged. The District needs to be sensitive to private landowners who do not want
public trail use or specific user groups. In cases where a landowner may
be receptive to allowing public trail use, attempts will be made to designate
compatible trail use on connecting trails.
6.0 Trail Use Opportunities Loop trails of moderate length will be explored to accommodate
pedestrians while longer loop trails will be sought for equestrians and
6.1 Attempts will be made to provide loop trails bicyclists.
and regional trails for all user groups.
When conditions exist, whereby a direct regional connection for a
6.2 Attempts will be made to provide all user particular user group is not feasible, alternate trail routes will be pursued if
groups equal access to facilities and they do not unnecessarily duplicate the trail system.
attractive areas of a preserve.
Providing all user groups access to attractive portions of the preserve may
6.3 Equal access opportunities for equestrian also be achieved by providing alternate routes if they are not unnecessarily
and bicyclists will be considered when trail duplicating a trail system.
conditions will not permit both user groups.
When trail conditions do not accommodate bath equestrians and bicyclists,
decisions will not be based solely on historical and existing trail use.
Other factors contained in these guidelines will be taken into consideration.
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TRAIL CLASS DESIGNATIO.
Class A Trail Trail Use Suitability
Hiking Equestrian
Running Bicycling
Examples
Monte Bello - Upper & Lower Canyon Trail
Russian Ridge - Ridge Trail
10 feet
Statistics
6 feet Represents approximately 60% of District trails
Width: 6 to 10 feet
Grade: Varying grade Significant Problems
Side-Slope: Varying slope Speed increases on wide trails and roads
Line of Sight: More than 75 feet
Class B Trail Trail Use Suitability
Hiking Equestrian
Running Bicycling
Examples
... Long Ridge - Parking to Peters Creek
Monte Bello - Parking lot to Skyline
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Statistics
4--4 feet
Represents approximately 10% of District trails
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Grade: Less than 15% Significant Problems
Side Slope: Less than 30% Passing often requires moving off trail
Line of Sight: More than 100 feet
Class C Trail Trail Use Suitability
Hiking
Running
Examples
Purisima Creek Redwoods - Soda Gulch Trail
St. Joseph's Hill - Jones Trail
4 feet Statistics
HIM
2 feet Represents approximately 5% of District trails
Width: 2 to 4 feet
Grade: Varying grade Significant Problems
Side Slope: More than 30% Speed is alarming on blind turns
Line of Sight: More than 50 feet
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Section II Mitigation Measures for Trail Use Conflicts
What are trail use conflict mitigation measures?
In the future, increasing trail use and changing modes of travel will escalate trail use conflicts. Trail use
guidelines and designations may reduce trail conflicts but will not completely resolve them. Unfortunately, trail
users will always have different expectations, irresponsible and illegal trail use will continue, and accidents will
happen even under the best conditions. It is, therefore, necessary to employ trail use conflict mitigation
measures.
Mitigation measures are an array of actions that may be undertaken to augment trail use guidelines and
designations. They are essentially the tools used to reduce significant trail use conflicts to an acceptable level.
They vary greatly in their scope and application and therefore need to be evaluated on individual merit. These
tools include such things as educational videos, bicycle helmets and one-way trails. Generally speaking,
mitigation measures can be grouped into the following five categories.
■ Education
Methods for increasing public awareness and understanding of diverse trail use needs
and conflicts
■ Regulations
Rules that may be applied and enforced widespread on District preserves or specific
areas and trails
■ Enforcement
Number of rangers and the manner in which regulations are enforced by rangers and
administered by the courts
■ Improvements
Construction and maintenance measures that can be undertaken to improve trail use
conditions
■ Monitoring
Data gathering and analysis of trail use impacts, trail use guidelines and mitigation
measures
What mitigation measures have been undertaken to date?
■ An etiquette brochure title Sharing the Trails, has been developed and made available at preserves
and included in mailings and handouts; portions were published in the San Jose Mercury News.
■ Signs prohibited particular trail uses are placed at trail entry points and trail junctions to clearly
indicate regulations.
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n n "Reduce
Bicycle advisory signs stating Bicyclists Caution 1SMPH , Reduce Speed - Steep Grade", and
"Reduce Speed - Call Out When Passing" are being tested at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve.
■ New map signs and brochure maps have been placed at Skyline Ridge and Russian Ridge Open
Space Preserves emphasizing trail use designations, distances and terrain.
■ Increased ranger patrols are occurring in hotspots where problems are persistent, including a recent
ranger information barricade program at Fremont Older Open Space Preserve.
■ Seasonal trail closures occur on specific trails to prohibit bicycle and equestrian use during winter
months when the trails can be easily damaged.
How are mitigation measures going to be employed?
Many trail use conflicts are related to physical conditions of a trail and levels of trail use. Each situation where
conflicts occur may be unique and require individual attention. Other situations may be widespread and
mitigation measures can be applied more broadly. In other words, bicycle helmets may be considered
appropriate District-wide while one-way uphill trails may be developed in specific areas of a preserve.
The mitigation measures that have been addressed in the attached table can be considered a shopping list when
trying to resolve specific trail use conflicts. Some mitigation measures may not be the panacea they first appear
to be. Without fully understanding the relative effectiveness of a measure and budgetary impacts, it may be
premature to consider implementation. The purpose of compiling the comprehensive list is to understand the
multitude of available tools and weigh their individual merits. Many of the measures will require further
evaluation and Board consideration before they can be implemented. On the other hand some measures can
be more easily implemented when they are relatively effective and do not require detailed fiscal analysis.
What is included in the Mitigation Measures table?
The following table includes an analysis of mitigation measures that have been identified during the course of
this study. The left portion of the table represents comments expressed by the public, staff, and Board
committee. Comments are not necessarily supported by each and everyone who participated in the planning
process. They are presented to fairly represent those who have commented and believed to add valuable
insight into the planning process.
The right portion of the table represents the Board committee's view (based on staff input) of the resources,
complexity and relative effectiveness of each measure. The first four columns project the staffing levels that
may be needed in respect to planning, operations, public affairs and administrative programs. The fifth column
indicates the potential cost that may be associated with materials, publications and contract services. Cost
projections do not include staff salaries which are indirectly included in staffing levels. The implementation
column represents the complexity and time that may be involved in implementing a particular measure. The
seventh column projects the amount of volunteer support and commitment necessary. The last column, and
most subjective part of the analysis, is an opinion of relative effectiveness of a measure in respect to other
mitigation measures in the table.
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MITIGATION MEASURES FOR TRAIL USE CONFLICTS
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1.0 EDUCATION
1.1 Etiquette Brochure Assists those unfamiliar with regulations M M M L M L
(Project complete) Most helpful if available on all preserves
Most useful if brief and to the point
Should be available with preserve brochure
Irresponsible users will probably not read
Not everyone will stop to read
Too general to address specific problems
Needs to be made widely available
Needs to be included in mailings&handouts
Provide etiquette brochures to conservation&
recreation organizations and retail stores
Attention enhanced by ranger distribution
Need a better interpretation for "yield"
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1.2 Volunteer Patrols Positive peer group contact is helpful L H M H H H H
Serves as eyes and ears; volunteers can not
enforce District rules and regulations
Offers a needed presence & surveillance
Organizing, training and scheduling is
difficult and costly; can be facilitated with
core group of volunteers
Training by staff necessary to insure high
quality program
Some volunteers may take possessory interest
& not be receptive to trail closures if needed
Can convey valuable info on maintenance
problems as well as user related issues
Ineffective without reasonable level of ranger
enforcement to reinforce volunteer efforts
Multi-agency volunteer program is possible
Limited success at other public agencies
Need uniforms, identification and radios
Participation& enthusiasm can wane due to
time commitment
Irresponsible users may react in an abusive
manner to volunteers contacting them
Bicycle and equestrian patrols should not be
used where bicycles &horses are not allowed
Organizations like ROMP could participate
Program needs to be re-energized by staff
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1.3 Education Videos Potentially can reach broad audience H H H L H H H
Could be used in schools, retail shops and
private organizations
May reach irresponsible users
Could be undertaken by university or private
organization such as Trail Center
Could be eligible for grant program
Include in bicycling classes such as one
offered at West Valley College
Could locate videos at some trailhead
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1.4 District Special Trail use information could easily be L H L H L H H
Events and Hikes combined with other scheduled events
Problematic users do not attend these events
Limited audience
Participants will spread the word
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1.5 Trail Signs Value for safety related issues M H L L H M
Required to convey regulations
Conveys site specific information
Renegade users tend to ignore signs
Too many signs detract from quality of
experience and are confusing if they conflict
Adds support to enforcement effort
Trail conditions& closures should be more
apparent at the trailheads
Provide trail courtesy sips at trailheads
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1.6 Information Stations Ability to contact specific users of preserve L H L L L H H
Ineffective without reasonable level of ranger
enforcement to reinforce education
Positive peer group contact is helpful
Trail system having multiple entry points will
require multiple stations to be effective
Need to be dedicated over long time period
Participation& enthusiasm can wane due to
time commitment
Irresponsible users may react in an abusive
manner to volunteers contacting them
Scheduling and participation are critical
Staff operated stations may be more effective
with some user groups than volunteer stations
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1.7 Outreach to Schools, Difficult to direct to irresponsible users L M H M L M L
Retail Stores and Staff could include message when speaking to
Organizations organizations, school career days, etc.
May not fit into existing school curriculum
May discourage some from visiting trails
Message could reach new users that are
unfamiliar with rules
Could result in more use and conflicts
Could combine with existing outreach from
organized groups such as ROMP
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.............1.8 Safety Events Probably not well attended unless combined M H H M L H H
with fun event
Difficult to organize and manage event
Enthusiasm tends to wane
Safety events could be combined with school,
retail and organizational events
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1.9 Press Releases and Reaches large audience
L L M L L L
Interviews Not much control over content and editing
Good contacts with press necessary
Good method of public outreach
May discourage some from visiting trails
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2.0 REGULATIONS
2.1 Bicycle Helmets Promotes general safety and awareness M H M L M M
May reduce severity of head injuries
Contact with violators could include
increased education
Violators could be irresponsible users
otherwise difficult to contact
Leads to confusion when user reaches
preserve not knowing of requirements
Requirement should be compatible with
adjacent lands (Santa Clara Co. requires)
Continuity throughout District lands needed
Ordinance revisions necessary
Need public relations program to spread
word; work with retailers to educate users
Consider stipulating helmet standard (ANSI)
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2.2 Restrict Use to Trail Required to reduce resource degradation M M L L M M
Could inhibit informal access for picnics
photography, etc.
Could be directed to specific users such as
equestrians and bicyclists
Trailhead sign could state "Bicycles must
stay on trail"
Specific problem areas could be signed to
state "Closed - Not a Trail"
• Using "Closed Area sign is too restrictive
and unclear as to where boundaries are
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2.3 User Permit or Pass Etiquette brochure could accompany permit H H H H M H M L
Retailers could assist in issuing permits
Extremely difficult to administer and may
require permit officer
Leads to confusion; user reaches preserve not
knowing of permit requirements
Too many entry trails to regulate
More rangers & volunteers to check permits
Permit fee probably could not offset costs
Taking permit for reckless behavior could be
very subjective
Violations must be observed by ranger in
order to confiscate permit
Coordination needed with adjacent park
agencies
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2.4 Periods of Use Leads to confusion when user reaches M H H L M M
(Days or Hours) preserve not knowing of restrictions
Considered very restrictive
X
Bicyclists could still injure themselves
Concentrated bicycle use may be a problem
Too many entry trails to regulate
May not be compatible with adjacent lands
Need to apply to all preserves for continuity
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2.5 Limit Number of Leads to confusion when user reaches M H H H M M
Users
preserve not knowing of restrictions
May not be compatible with adjacent lands
Too many trails and impossible to regulate
Acceptable level of use is very subjective
Bicyclists will still injure themselves
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2.6 Bicycle Speed Limit Very important since speed relates so closely M H M M H H
to fears and safety problems
Can be in designated area or District-wide
Can be specific to passing and blind turns
Requires radar guns and training to enforce
Need increase level of signs and enforcement
Courts likely to uphold enforcement with
radar gun if they understand the problems
Radar guns may have undesirable image
Speed estimating and enforcement without
radar gun unlikely to be upheld in court
Bicyclists wam others of speed traps
Bicyclists have difficulty monitoring speed
without speedometer
Marin Water & San Mateo County and
E.B.R.P.D have speed limits and use radar
Ordinance revisions necessary
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2.7 Bicycle Walking Use only in exceptionally dangerous H H L
Zones
conditions
Compliance is usually very poor
Needs to be a short distance
Signs and brochures need to be clear
Beginning and end need to be clear
Difficult to enforce when applied to runners
Indirectly warns all users to use precaution
May reduce accidents even though
compliance is terrible
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2.8 Temporary Trail May be closed to all use or closed to specific L H L L L L
Closures
user group
Annual closures required for restoration
Protects sensitive areas
Seasonal closures required for winterization
Closures may occur for hazardous conditions
Equestrian and bicycle closures are very
effective when trail is uncompacted &wet
Generally accepted by public when closure is
short term ......
Advanced warning needed at parking areas &
roadside trailbeads and interconnecting trails
where part of longer loop trail system
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2.9 One-way Trails Leads to confusion when user reaches M M H M L M M
preserve not knowing regulation
Signs and brochures need to be clear
Legal direction may prove difficult or too
long; user can not turn around
Steepness may require high level expertise
User group needs input into feasibility
Conflicting reports on degree of compliance
Irresponsible users learn patrol patterns and
continue to violate
May be useful on short trail sections to
bypass steep and unsafe trail conditions
Uphill trail use could open up steep trails
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3.0 ENFORCEMENT
3.1 Ranger Bicycle and Some users may find this offensive H L M M
M
Equestrian Patrol Some users may feel this promotes
objectionable use
Bicycles and horses should not be used where
they are not allowed
Patrol procedure would never permit fast
pursuits
More trail patrolled in less time
Would require union meet and confer
Variety and sizes of equipment needed to fit
all rangers - donations possible
Potential increase of staff injuries
Increased training
Users give advance warning to others
Could build goodwill with all user groups
Could reduce vehicle traffic, pollution and
vehicle maintenance
Increase ranger presence in more areas
Set a proper example for bicyclists by
demonstrating trail etiquette
Some agencies report successful and effective
ranger bicycle and equestrian patrols
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3.0 ENFORCEMENT (Continued)
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3.2 Update Ordinance Last revisions were in 1983 L H L L L M M
Any new regulations require revising
ordinance
Staff needs to prepare draft
Legal counsel needs to review
Board needs to adopt revised ordinance
Regulations need to be clear at preserves and
in brochure
Courts need to be advised of trail use
problems to gain support
Need liaison with local district attorneys
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3.3 Ranger Patrol and Most violations observed result in citations L H M M H L ....
Profile Education is included when citations and
warnings are issued
Increase patrols where problems exist
Word spreads when patrols stepped up
Take transportation away from offenders,
including bicycles &horses
Confiscating bicycles and horses may create
liability for District and riders may not be
able to walk out
Saturate patrol where problems persistent
Adds support to volunteer efforts
Increased foot patrols limits emergency
response capabilities
Patrol vehicles provide warning-
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3.4 Community Service Court unlikely to grant community service as
option to violator
Infractions do not require court appearance
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3.0 ENFORCEMENT (Continued)
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3.5 Bail Schedule for District recommends bail schedule to court M L L L H
Violations Fee structure consistent with other agencies
Court sets bail schedule; not District
Excessively high bails increase ranger court
appearances
Court costs increase bail
Need a graduated schedule to penalize
repeated offenders
Graduated schedules difficult to manage
Publicize amount of fines over$100 to
encourage compliance
Education is included when writing warnings ..........
Juveniles do not pay same fine as adults
Revise ordinance so equestrian and bicycle
infractions have same fine
Ordinance revisions necessary
Publicize fine schedule at traithead
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4.0 114PROVEMENTS
4.1 Improved Trail Requires imported non-native materials M H H H
Surface Soil type and moisture are major factors in
providing smooth, stable compacted trails
Initially requires specialized heavy equipment
Increases accessibility to many users
Can detract from natural environment
Confine to persistent problem areas
Very expensive and labor intensive
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4.2 Passing Areas Allows passing within reasonable distance L M L L L M
Should be placed within users view
Viable alternative to wider trails
Allows users to negotiate on where they want
to be passed
Requires increased cut and fill
Requires removal of more vegetation
Can detract from natural environment
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4.3 Wider Trails Increases passing space for multi-use H H H M L
Desirable width for multi-use is > 6'
Requires increase in cut and fill resulting in
visual impacts
Requires removal of more vegetation
Can detract from open space experience
Increased expense and labor intensive
Bicyclists may increase their speed
Volunteers could assist in finishing work
Wide switchbacks difficult to construct
May increase problems with erosion
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4.4 Alternate Routes Use to increase opportunities for passive H H 1 1 H ....H L
experience
Redirect less passive use to alternative routes
Too many alternates can duplicate trail
system and negatively impact environment
Most users will choose most attractive route
Alternate routes used to redirect specific user
group away from where conflicts exist
Does not reduce conflicts within specific user
group
Seek desirable and scenic alternate routes
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4.5 Loop Trails All users prefer loop trail experience H H H H H
Will lead to better compliance
Different user groups have different needs in
regards to length
Loop trails can disperse trail use
May need interagency cooperation
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4.6 Barriers & Stiles Use to prohibit specific uses M
H M L
In using, they may make areas less accessible
to physically limited
Horse stile inhibits physically limited
No barrier prevents bicycle access
Stiles needed to prevent motorcycle access in
remote areas
Use pedestrian/wheelchair stile in
combination with equestrian stile
May cause visitor to stop and read signs
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17 L = Low M = Moderate H = High
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-08
Meeting 93-2
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Plan for Compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Adopt the attached ADA plan as District policy.
2. Amend the existing Site Emphasis Policy, Addendum number 1, Section.E, Accessibility
to the Public, to add the criterion: "Does the site offer opportunities to provide access
for persons with disabilities?"
The ADA Plan is available to the public on request from the Planning Manager.
Discussion:
Over the past six months planning and public outreach has taken place to formulate and review
a plan for compliance with the new federal law, the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA). The law is intended to protect the rights of people with disabilities for access to public
facilities. The law requires the District to have completed a self evaluation of the accessibility
of its facilities and programs by January 26, 1993. The plan is to include measures for
correcting any identified barriers or deficiencies, if physically and financially feasible, by
January 26, 1995.
The Planning Process
An informational report was made to the Board at your regular meeting of July 22, 1992
including presentation of a Transition Plan outlining the requirements, objectives and process
for the ADA plan.
On September 15 a public workshop on access needs for persons with disabilities was held at
District offices. A Steering Committee was formed to guide the planning process. A mailing
list of approximately 70 organizations serving people with disabilities in Santa Clara and San
Mateo counties was assembled to provide notification of the meeting, and a number of known
interested parties were personally contacted.
Open Space . . . for room to breathe - 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle - Los Altos, California 94022-1404 - Phone: 415-691-1200 - FAX:415-691-0485 0
Genera(Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine puffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
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R-93-08 Page 2
The Steering Committee held its first meeting on September 30 to focus on specific issues.
On October 20 a combined public workshop and Steering Committee meeting was held to review
the initial draft plan.
The plan was then circulated for staff comments and revised to its current form. Members of
the Steering Committee and other persons who commented on the plan have been sent copies
of the draft, and notice of this hearing has been sent to the ADA mailing list.
Highlights of the Plan
i The Trail Classifications, beginning on page 9, provide a system that is intended to provide
information to help people decide for themselves which trails are accessible. It will also help
the District to inventory the accessibility of its trails, and helps to clarify trail construction
standards. The inventory of trails for accessibility must be coordinated with the inventory for
application of the new Trail Use Guidelines.
The Access Objectives and Policies, starting on page 14, are the heart of the Plan. The primary
focus of the plan is on information and coordination. Only item 5 involves an amendment of
existing District policy, by adding a criterion to the adopted Site Emphasis Policy.
The charts starting on page 19 illustrate the scheduled and budget projects that would include
special access provisions; however, this does not reflect the impact of the pending budget cuts,
which are now being analyzed and are likely to significantly extend the schedule.
The existing barriers to be corrected are listed starting on page 26. These are generally in-house
projects which are not expected to have a significant budget impact.
Current Access Measures
As an implementation measure for the plan, a pamphlet describing the condition and features of
the District's existing accessible trails and sites, entitled "Access Opportunities" has been
prepared and publicized. Also, copies of the "Hikes and Walks" and "Volunteer Voice"
newsletters have been mailed to the ADA contact list to encourage their participation.
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Prepared b :
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Randy Anderson, Planning Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
Open Space
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
January 4, 1993
DRAFT
ACCESS PLAN FOR PERSONS WITII DISABILITIES'
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 . Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
ACCESS PLAN FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
I. Introduction 1
Description of the District's Basic Program 2
Existing Access Improvements 3
IV. Trail Access Classifications 9
V. Access Objective and Policies 14
V1. Planning and Prioritizing Access Improvements 16
Vil. Volunteer and Docent Programs 23
VIII. Physical Barriers to be Corrected 26
Ix. Implementation of the Access Plan 28
Under Separate Cover:
Appendix A ADA Assessment Notes - Skyline Area Preserves
Appendix B ADA Assessment Notes - Foothills Area Preserves
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE PAGE
Figure 1, District Preserves Map 4
Figure 2, Welcome to Open Space Map 5
Table 1, Existing Access Improvements 6
Figure 3, Trail Classification Criteria 13
Chart A, Capital Improvements Plan, Trail Projects 19
Chart B, Use and Management Plan Review Schedule 22
DRAFT
ACCESS PLAN FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
MEI)PENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
I. Introduction
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA or "The Act") established that:
No qualified individual with a disability shall, by reason of that disability, be excluded
from participation in or denied the benefits of services, programs, or activities of a public
entity or subject to discrimination by such entity.
The Act became effective January 26, 1992 for park and recreation agencies. The law requirc:4�
each agency to prepare a self-evaluation, to be completed by January 26, 1993. The self-
evaluation is to cover all aspects of the District's facilities, programs and services, and identifies
corrective measures where necessary. The self-evaluation must:
- Include evaluation of services, policies and practices
(i.e. employment, programs, communications)
- Provide opportunity for public comment
- Be maintained and available to the public for 3 years
- Include a list of persons consulted, issues and problems examined/identified, and
description of modifications made.
This Access Plan records the results of the District's self-evaluation for compliance with ADA,
and presents the policies, process, and schedule whereby identified access improvement measures
are to be implemented.
H. Description of the District's Basic— p Program
The District's basic policies and objectives focus on acquiring and preserving open space in its
natural state. Provision of facilities is a secondary objective, and is by policy to be at a
minimum level to support public access and use. Alteration of the natural landscape is to be
minimized.
The District owns and manages 23 preserves totaling 35,000 acres in the Santa Cruz Mountain
Range and on the San Francisco bayfront. The District's lands, facilities, and programs are
described in more detail in the Visitor's Guide.
The District provides facilities that support the following public programs and activities:
Trail use for general exercise, nature appreciation and relaxation. This includes
walking, hiking, running, bicycling, and horseback riding.
- Picnicking (limited formal facilities)
- Camping (pack-in camp only)
- Historic buildings and sites to visit, and related activities
- Specific nature study and interpretation through docent-led walks and
presentations
Volunteer participation in improvement and maintenance projects
Academic and scientific research
Special uses including hang gliding, special events and workshops
P
The District also operates Docent and Volunteer to facilitate public use and enjoyment
programs
of the open space, as detailed in Section VI of this document.
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III. Existing Access Improvements
In addition to its administrative offices, facilities developed and maintained by the Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District to support public access are summarized on the District maps and
table of the preserves shown in Figures 1 and 2.
The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District has actively pursued the provision of access to
facilities for persons with physical limitations. The District has completed a number of trail and
site improvement projects specifically intended to provide such access, and ensures that any new
buildings or facilities meet access standards. The District has implemented, or is implementing,
the projects listed in Table 1 to provide or improve access to its facilities and programs.
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I
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL
OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
To San Francisco
Group A Preserves
Fully Developed Sites
'1. Tremont OI(ler Open Space Preserve
2. Los Trancos Open Space Preserve
San Rmlwoml City 3. Monte Bello Olen Space Preserve
Carlos 17 San rrancisco Ray I I
10 101 (Pace Mill Road Area)
4. Monte Bello Open Space Preserve
�•——�' (Picchetti Ranch Area)
�.•_ ' Palo Alto 5. Purisima Creek Open Space Preserve
5 6. Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve `
� 22 7. Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve
24 Wooclsicle u°lo �,a�
11 (Duveneck Windmill Pasture Area)
•u
25 vl` tS. Saratoga Gap Open Space Preserve
1V Mountain View
9. Wincly Hill Open Space Preserve
co
14 9 i iv) a Group B Preserves
f Partially Developed Sites
10\• 2 3 7 G I 10. Coal Creek Open Space Preserve
�.• '11. CI Corte De Maclera Open Space Preserve
18 3 Cupertino '12. CI Sereno Open Space Preserve
21 -13. Foothills Open Space Preserve
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To San Jose
c Santa Cntz '14. La Honcla Creek Open Space Preserve
Mountains 15 1 '15. Long Riclge Open Space Preserve
- 16. PUlg3S Riclge Open Space Preserve
U II Saratoga '17. Ravenswoocl Open Space Preserve
18. RUSSian Ridge Open Space Preserve
'19. Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
�d N 12 (Kennecly-Limekiln Area)
Lcri Gatos I
20. Sierra AZU1 Olen Space Preserve
I �
District Bounclary (MI. Unlunhum Area)CD
23 10
21. Skyline Riclge Open Space Preserve
Scale in Miles
1 0 '1 2 3 4 5 22. Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study Area
b 23. St. Joseph's Hill Open Space Preserve
0c1-1990MROSD 20 24, Teague Hill Open Space Preserve
Reprinted 6-1991
25. Thornewoocl Open Space Preserve
i- Please use key above to locate preserves on map at left.
We! 7me to Open F-p ce
Midpen►nsula Regional
Open Space District
San Combined with other public parklands
FraBaco the District's 25 preserves create a''
greenbelt extending from San Carlos
to Los Gatos.Since 1972'the District
Redwood has acquired,over 35,000 acres`of
San City open space
Carlos
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101
fY 84San Mateo Co.
5 35 _„ N
Palo Alto c `�
280
Mountain 237
Woodside a' View
35 Sunnyvale
85
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2 Q Santa Clara Co.
■
8 3 Cupertino
4
0 1 2 3 4 5 10
Scale in Miles ` '` San
■.-.: Jose
Santa Cruz Co.
Saratoga
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NMI Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District s Los Gatos
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Federal, State, County and City Parklands -
Open Space Preserves You May Wish To Visit.`
Trails o�,
Preserves Acres M 0 IN ¢� ¢5�� Special Features
1. Fremont Older 739 ® ® ® ® ® ® ® * Historic Home
2. Los Trancos 274 ® ® ® Is ® Earthquake Trail
3. Monte Bello 2634 ® ® ® ® ® ® * Backpack Camp
4. Picchetti Ranch Area 308 ® ® ® ® ® ® ® Historic Winery
5. Purisima Creek Redwoods 2596 ® ® ® ® A
6. Rancho San Antonio 972 ® ® ® D ® ® ® Deer Hollow Farm To obtain
7. Ravenswood 471 ® ® ® • ® Bay Trail a Visitor's Guide
8. Russian Ridge 1547 ® ® ® • • ® for information
9. Saratoga Gap 614 ® A • ® • on all preserves
10. Skyline Ridge 1258 ® ® ® 0 ® O ® Alpine Pond call the District office
11. Windy Hill 1132 140101010 • • • * Model Soaring (415) 949-5500.
* Permits Required
' 5 --- Figure 2. Welcome tn_Onen Sna�P-__-- ----- --_- -- -
Table 1 . Existing Access Improvements
-2 �2
C" 0
U3 E 0 Trailside Special
CD W o CD Comments
0 <D 'A 0-
co
Amenities Features
Preserve (Area) < W V) < 4)
>
0- Mtn cc *h
1. SKYLINE-RIDGE 0 0 0 0 1.0 Benches @ Nature Accessible
Alpine Pond from Russian
mi. Alpine Pond Center
(undev.) & Ridge
(See Commentsi
Parking-see
floating pier
#14
part of
Ridge Trail
........... ..................... ............................................................................................................. ..................................
Horseshoe Lake 67 12 2 2 0.25 Benches @ 3 parking
Area
mi. Horseshoe areas,one
Lake includes
equestrian
parking
2. MONTE BELLO 45 0 2 1 Bench @ Interpretive 1 restroom
vista point brochure Black Mtn.
backpack
ackpack
camp (not
camp accessible)
................................. ............
.....................................................................................................................................
3. RANCHO SAN 10 0 1 1 1 0.5 Deer restroom
ANTONIO Mi. Hollow Deer Hollow
Farm, 10 Farm lease
area.Trails
picnic
may have
tables uneven
surface.
........... ..................... ...................... ......................................................................................... ..................................
4. PURISIMA CREEK 20 1 1 0
Part of
REDWOODS
Ridge Trail
Whittemore Gulch
Trailhead
........... ............................................. ...................................................................................... ..................................
Redwood Trailhead 8 3 1 1 0.25 Bench (1),
mi. Picnic
Tables (2)
................................. ........... ......................................................................................................................................
li Higgins-Purisima 10 0 2 2 Temp.
Trailhead restrooms are
L accessible
........... ..................... ........... ........... ..................... .................................. .................................. ..................................
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E
Trailside Special
CD Cn 0 Comments
C 0
Amenities Features
4-
Preserve (Area) < M
cn . <
CL CD > 0
0
a_ U)
----------- --------------------- ........------------ ......
5. WINDY HILL 10 0 0 0 Benches 1
Accessible
picnic table
2 regular
tables
Part of
....Ridge Trail
........... ..................... ........... ........... ....................................................... .. ..............................................................
6. ST. JOSEPH'S 0 0 0 0
No developed
HILL parking
........... .....................
........................ ...............................- ..................
7. RAVENSWOOD 12 1 1 0 1 0 1.5 2
mi. Accessible
observation
decks w/
benches
........... ..................... ........................................... .................................. .................................. ..................................
8. EL CORTE DE 0 1 0 0 0 No developed
MADERA CREEK parking
........... ..................... ....................... ..................... .................................................................... ............................
9. PICCHE171 35 0 2 2 Winetasting
RANCH AREA
w/ picnic
area,
wheelchair
lift at
winery
................................. ........... ........... .......................................................0 .................................. ..............................
10. SARATOGA 0 0 0 No developed
GAP parking
........... ..................... ........... ........... ..................... .................................. ........................................
11. LOS TRANCOS 25 0 0 0 Interpretive
Brochure
................................. ........... ........... ..................... .................................................................... .................I................
12. LONG RIDGE 0 0 0 0 Part of No developed
Ridge Trail parking
........... ..................... ........... .................................................................. ................. ...................... ..........
13. PULGAS RIDGE 0 0 0 0 0.4 No developed
mi. parking
................................. .............................................................................. ....................................................................
14. RUSSIAN RIDGE 45 2 1 Dedicated Trailhead to
Ridge Trail Alpine Pond
Trail
................................. ........... .................................................................. ....................................................................
15. LA HONDA 10 1 0 0 0 Permit parking
CREEK for 10
vehicles, no
designated HC
........... ..................... ........... space
................................................................... ....................................................................
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N
� ` y o o Trailside Special Comments
c ' C; Amenities Features
Preserve (Area) Q m N ,
CL Itcn °' ` ¢ ' � �n
Cc
J Q
16. TEAGUE HILL 0 0 0 0 Undeveloped
................................................................................................................................
17. FREMONT 10 € 0 1 0 Annual
OLDER house tour
............................. .................................. .......................................................
18. KENNEDY ROAD 0 0 0 0 No developed
AREA - SIERRA parking
AZUL
......................... .................................................................................................
19. WINDMILL 0 0 0 0 No developed
PASTURE AREA parking
............... ..................... .................................. .........................................................
20. STEVENS 0 0 0 1 0 0.25 Trail may have
CREEK SHORELINE mi. uneven
NATURE STUDY surface
AREA
......... ..................... .................................................................... .................
21. COAL CREEK 0 0 0 0 No developed
parking
.................
22. EL SERENO 0 0 0 0 No developed
parking
................................................................ ..................................................
23. FOOTHILLS 0 0 0 0 Undeveloped
.... ..................... .................................. ....................................................................
24. THORNEWOOD 10 1 0 0 Annual
house
tours,
permit
picnic area
...................................................................... ...............................................
25. MT. UMUNHUM 0 € 0 0 0 No developed
AREA - SIERRA parking
AZUL
............ ....................................................... .................................. .........
26. CATHEDRAL 0 i 0 0 i 0 Undeveloped
OAKS - SIERRA
AZUL
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IV. Trail Access Classifications
Trails are improvements that are most directly related to accessibility of the open space lands.
These trail classes are intended to guide the District's evaluation of its existing trails, provide
planning and construction information for new and improved trails, and provide information for
potential trail users. These classifications and criteria are preliminary and may be subject to
amendment as the District gains experience in their use and additional public input.
The criteria presented in this section are the minimum requirements for trails to be classified
according to these levels. Only Level 1 trails are intended to meet whole access standards.
Level 2 and 3 trails have a steeper grade, a rougher surface and fewer benches, pullouts, etc.
than Level 1, but may still be accessible for persons with physical limitations, depending on their
abilities and inclinations. Level 3 trails, with a 10% maximum grade, are the steepest trails that
the District will construct based on its current overall trail construction standards. However,
based on past construction practices and roads and trails inherited through land purchase, many
existing trails do not meet this standard.
Visitors who are in doubt about what level of trail they want to attempt, or need help in
interpreting these classifications, are encouraged to start with the level 1 trails, and/or to contact
District staff for more information and clarification.
Level 1 Trails
General
description: These trails are intended to be relatively smooth, gently sloped,
generously wide, with a firm surface for traction and low rolling
resistance. Pullouts, rest areas and edge treatments are intended to make
the trails as safe and comfortable to use as possible in a natural open
space setting.
User Guidelines: Level 1 trails are intended to accommodate the greatest variety of physical
abilities, including wheelchairs. Level 1 trails will not be open to use by
horses or bicycles, due to impact on the trail surface and possible conflict
with other users.
Minimum width: 4 feet
Maximum grade: 5%
Maximum
cross-slope: 2%
Surface: Smooth, stable, all-weather material, texture indicating the edge of the
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path. Typical surface of compacted decomposed granite fines. Some trail
surface materials may incorporate a cement mixture for improved stability.
Rest areas: Minimum 4' by 6', outside of the pathway, provided at intervals of 200
to 300 feet, some of which shall include benches.
Edge treatment: Railings will be provided across bridges, around decks, floating platforms
and other structures and at potentially hazardous natural drop-offs.
Otherwise, curbs or railings will not typically be provided, in keeping
with the District's objective of maintaining the site in as natural condition
as possible. Curbs or borders will be provided at the edge of the trail
where topography or vegetation does not indicate the edge.
Level 2 Trails
General
description: Level 2 trails vary from Level 1 trails in two significant ways. The
maximum grade, may be slightly steeper; and the surface is typically be
composed of native soil, which tends to be rougher and less even.
User Guidelines: Level 2 trail users may be persons who seek, or are willing to accept,
more exertion and interaction with the terrain as part of their trail
experience. Bicycles and horses may be allowed on trails designated as
Level 2 access. Level 2 trails may include fire and maintenance access
roads that the District has inherited with the purchase of property.
Minimum width: 4 feet
Maximum grade: 8%
Maximum
cross-slope: 2%
Surface: Compacted base rock, granite fines or earth. The trail surface may
include irregularities that offer a bumpy ride for wheeled conveyances, but
no obstacles.
Rest areas: Rest stops or pullouts will be provided at irregular intervals, and benches
may or may not be provided. Informal resting and sitting spots are often
afforded by banks, rocks, and logs, and turnout space is afforded at
switchbacks and clearings.
Edge treatment: Curbs or borders will not typically be provided at the trail edge. Railings
will be provided at potentially hazardous locations.
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Level 3 Trails
General
description: These trails may be steeper and narrower than Level 2 trails, in response
to the constraints of rough terrain. (Any new trails constructed by the
District are at least 4 feet wide and no more than 10% grade, however
encroaching bank slough-off and vegetation may reduce the available
width to 3 feet).
User guidelines: These trails are more challenging than Level 2 appropriate for persons
who seek or are willing to accept some strenuous physical activity. Like
Level 2, they may be open to multiple use, based on a case by case
determination.
Minimum width: 3 feet
Maximum grade: 10%
Maximum
cross-slope: 2%
Surface: The trail surface is typically compacted earth, which may be uneven due
to roots, rocks and trail use.
Rest areas: Formal rest stops or pull-outs with benches are not typically provided,
although informal resting and sitting spots are often afforded by banks,
rocks, and logs, and turnout space is afforded at switchbacks and
clearings.
Edge treatment: Edges are not formally marked or bordered.
Non-Classed Trails
General
description: Initially, all trails that have not been inventoried and classified according
to these standards will be identified non-classified. As the inventory is
completed, trails that will remain non-classified will typically be fire
protection and access roads and trails the District has inherited through
land purchase. They may not meet the minimum access standards due to
steep grades, cross-slope, width or exposure to hazards.
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a
User
guidelines: May be open to multiple use, or may be limited to certain uses on a case
by case basis. Users must judg a for themselves whether to use these trails
based on their own research, interests and abilities.
Trail Inventory
In order to classify trails and provide information for potential trail users on the conditions they
will encounter when attempting specific trails, the District will inventory and record data
regarding its existing trails. This information will be published in a form that is easily
interpreted by the public. The data will be collected by taking measurements at regular intervals
along the trails, while continually observing and noting any significant changes in condition.
The classification information to be collected is illustrated in Figure 2. The following trail
conditions will be inventoried:
Grade: 0 - 5%, 5% - 8%, 8% - 10%, 10% - 15%, 15%+
Width: c4', 4' - 6', 6'+ (usually roads)
Cross-slope: 0 - 2%, 2%+
Side Slope: 0 - 10%, 10% - 30%, 30%+
Line of Sight: <50', 50' - 75', 75' - 100', 1001+
Surface: Indicate material, compacted, rocky, loose, wet, smooth, rough
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Rest Areas: Indicate turnout, bench
Multiple use: Indicate permitted trail use, including running, bicycles, horses, dogs;
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note areas particularly popular with certain user groups where applicable.
Special
Interest: Views, natural and historical interest
Completion of the trail inventory will be the responsibility of District staff, based on training
and review to be provided by management and supervisors. The maximum time frame for
inventory of any specific site will follow the Site Emphasis Plan Schedule for preparation and
update of preserve use and management plans. Opportunities to inventory trails earlier than the
scheduled Site Emphasis Plan update will include instances of trail construction projects in the
area, and the general availability of District staff to work on the inventory in lieu of other duties.
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The trail condition and use classification will be incorporated into the site information for the
individual preserves. The information may be presented by including symbols or notes on the
preserve maps, through written descriptions in the preserve brochures, or through tables of
conditions corresponding to topographic profiles. Site maps and brochures are reviewed in draft
form by the public, allowing the opportunity for refinements prior'to publication.
The diagram presented below illustrates some of the terms used in the classification.
LINE OF SIGHT =
\S�4F MAXIMUM DISTANCE
—�� UNOBSCURED VIEW
G��pQ�p��� CROSS ' SHOP
SLOPE
WIDTH
(CLEAR PATH)
TRAIL INVENTORY CRITERIA
Scale: Schematic
CALCULATION OF SLOPE PERCENT
EXAMPLE: 5 % = 5 FEET VERTICAL IN 100 FEET HORIZONTAL
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V. Access Objective and Policies
The following policies represent the District's position and plan for providing access to persons
with disabilities.
Objective
It is the District's objective to provide access to its activities and programs, including
employment, and to its open space preserves, facilities, and trails, to all persons, regardless of
physical limitations.
Policies
1) Steering Committee. The District will form an Access Steering Committee, composed
of interested constituents. The committee will participate in the preparation and
implementation of plans to improve access for persons with disabilities. The committee
will also facilitate communication with people who are interested in this issue.
2) Access Plan. Once adopted by the Board of Directors, this document shall comprise the
official District policy and procedure with respect to provision of access to persons with
disabilities, and shall be implemented as established herein, or as subsequently amended.
3) Access Level Classifications. The District will use the three levels of access outlined
in Section IV of this document as guidelines in evaluating, designing, constructing,
improving and providing information about its sites and trails. These access
classifications may be amended based on further knowledge or public comment.
4) Access Improvement Process and Priorities. The planning and prioritizing of access
improvements to accommodate persons with disabilities shall follow the established
Relative Site Emphasis and Preserve Use and Management Plan procedures, as outlined
in Section VI of this document. Commitment to access improvements
p is shall be on the
basis of specific measures or projects rather than a standard percentage of budget or
proportion of construction.
S) Amendment of Site Emphasis Criteria. Section E, Accessibility to the Public,
contained in addendum
e dum number 1 of the Dis
trict's s adopted Site Emphasis Polic h
P p y, shall
be amended to add the following criterion: "Does the site offer opportunities to provide
access for persons with disabilities?"
6) Accessible Buildings and Sites. All District-owned buildings and other structures which
are used by the public shall be constructed or renovated to meet current state and federal
standards for access to persons with disabilities. Designated accessible parking areas will
be provided at all sites and trailheads where formal parking is provided. Accessible
public toilets will be provided at all locations where public toilets are provided.
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7) Removal of Physical Barriers. The District will remove or correct the physical barriers
identified in Section VII of this plan before January 26, 1995.
8) Public Communication Measures. The District will undertake the following specific
measures, and other general outreach and information measures to make the public aware
of the access opportunities presented by the District's lands:
a. The District will implement the measures outlined in Section VI, Docent and
Volunteer Programs.
b. The District will publish and regularly update information on currently accessible
trails and sites.
c. The District will inventory, classify and publish information about the accessibility
of its trails in updating its general maps and brochures, as outlined in Section VII of this
Plan.
d. The District will provide the means to comment on access conditions at specific
District sites by posting the communication contact name, number and address at major
staging areas. Typically the Planning Manager will be the primary contact on this
subject.
e. The District will endeavor to inform and educate the public about access opportunities
on its trails and sites, and in its programs, through the media and in general public
affairs activities.
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VI. Planning and Prioritizing Access Improvements
The prioritizing and scheduling of access improvements will be based on the District's adopted
process for scheduling the inventory, planning and improvement of sites. Many of the District's
existing trails are barrier free and may be categorized as type 2 or 3, or even type 1, as the
inventory progresses. The District is a land acquisition and preservation-oriented organization.
The planning and improvement of sites may follow well behind the acquisition of sites. Planning
efforts are carefully organized and scheduled to see that limited budget resources are expended
in the most efficient and beneficial way, and to respond to diverse public and individual requests
for use and improvement of the land.
Site Review and Planning Process
A process has been designed and adopted by the District to ensure that site planning considers
all the issues and conditions at each specific site,
well as overall
all Dis
trict and pub
lic
objectives. Numerous projects to provide access to trails and sites to persons with disabilities
have been incorporated into this process, and any future plans and projects are to be considered
in the same context.
The Preserve Use and Management Plan is the basis for any sort of physical change or
improvement of any District land, and for decisions on any proposed use of the land. This plan
will include information about the resources and physical conditions on the site, public input
regarding desired uses and improvements, and development and review at staff, public, and
District Board levels of these opportunities and constraints and the planning proposals.
Until a site has gone through this process, no parking, trails or other significant public
improvement or use will be considered. Change is usually gradual even after formulation and
adoption of the use and management plan. Existing uses and conditions are typically maintained.
Proposed uses or improvements that were not originally identified in an adopted Use and
Management Plan will only be considered in the context of review or amendment of the Use and
Management Plan.
The schedule for preparation and review of Use and Management Plans is updated annually
through review of the Relative Site Emphasis Plan, which includes a five-year Capital
Improvement Plan. This review generally takes place in December and January in preparation
for the District's budget year, which begins April first. The Relative Site Emphasis Plan is a
way of prioritizing both short term and long term planning and development projects for all
District sites. The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) corresponds to the schedule for preparation
of Use and Management Plans and is part of the District's overall budgeting process. The CIP
identifies significant planning and construction projects within the next five years, including
trails. The capital improvement program is the best indication of what the District is planning
to do to make its trails and sites accessible to people with disabilities.
Chart A, presented in the following pages, presents the trail projects currently in the Capital
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Improvement Plan, and highlighting those that are Level 1, or Whole Access.
Chart B, presents the schedule for preparation and update of preserve use and management
plans, which comprises the general schedule for inventory of existing trails on a site basis and
for consideration of new projects.
Budget and Schedule for Access Improvements
Chart A indicates that the projects budgeted by the District for new or improved Level 1/ Whole
Access trails in the FY 92/93 version of the plan comprise from 26% to 84% of the annual trail
construction budget over the next five years, and comprise 40% of the total trail budget for the
five year period.
Due to the current state budget deficit, there is a likelihood that the District's revenues will be
significantly reduced. The timing and impact of such cuts is unknown at this time. The District
Board has taken a conservative approach to spending in anticipation of the cuts. In any case the
effect will be extension of the schedule for acquisition and site development compared to the
92/93 plans presented here. Public participation is encouraged during the review and adoption
process for the 93/94 budget, which will take place in January '93, and in any subsequent
amendments in response to new budget information.
Site Emphasis Criteria
The adopted criteria for making general site emphasis and site plan decisions, contained in
Addendum number 1 of the District Site Emphasis Policy, are reproduced below. With the
adoption of this Access Plan, the specific criterion of providing access for persons with
disabilities will be added to Section E, Accessibility to the Public, as highlighted in bold type:
A. Public Interest
Does the public express a desire, either directly or indirectly, to utilize the site? This may
be evident by existing use which occurs regardless of land status and/or by interest
communicated to staff or Board.
B. Geographical Location
Does or will the site receive high levels of use and pressure for recreational development
due to its close proximity to the urban area?
C. Regional Significance
How significant is the site in relationship to other existing public lands, and does it serve
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as an important link (providing trail connections) between or leading to other facilities?
D. Attractiveness of Natural or Developed Features
Are there features on the site(such as a unique landscape, historical building, parking areas,
trails, etc.) which are of particular interest and attractiveness or usefulness to the public?
E. Accessibility to Public
Can the District's general public (not only site neighbors) gain access to the property from
public roads or adjacent public lands or if not, is there the potential for improving this
access (parking) on District or adjacent public lands? Does the site offer opportunities to
provide access for persons with disabilities?
F. Lack of Existing QMn Space/Parklands for Public Use
Are there no other nearby open space recreational experiences (including existing developed
preserves) accessible to the public on a regional basis? Such facilities if accessible and
minimally developed would possibly alleviate the need for development of the site in the
near future.
G. Geographical Distribution
How well does the site serve as a regional facility, and will its development better distribute
open space opportunities throughout the District?
H. Manageability of Site
Can the site be readily managed presently and in the future if further development were to
occur? This could be related to the number of access points and the adequacy of patrol
routes, presence of an agricultural tenant, a renter, a Ranger residence, or other lease
arrangement.
I. Costs Measured Against Benefits
To what extent do the benefits to the public exceed the costs associated with development
and management of the site? Some sites will tend to yield great benefits at little costs.
J. Physical and Psychological Carrying_Cgpacity
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Is the site capable of providing open space experiences for large numbers of visitors without
degrading the resource or psychologically reducing the quality of the experience? Is there
the potential for expanding facilities such as trails without exceeding the carrying capacity?
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"'•> '? Level 1,Trail Projects
CHART A-5 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN Access Levels- 1 -Fully Accessible
TRAIL CONSTRUCTION&IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS (Revised 10/10/92) T-Unknown Until Inventory,&Design.
Int--.k4wnaHcroftrek1stihb`trails which may
require upgrade,to,ptW&ac
2-Level'2 Access
3-Level 3 Access
Preserves U&M Access FY FY FY FY FY Outside
Trail Projects Adopted Level 1992/93 1993/94 1994/95 199W 1996/97 Funding,- E r°t ind Notes
1. Skyline Ridge
Trail to LROSP(LWCF) Yes 3 65000 26000 Extended 1 year;permit came too late
Builis Bypass Trail Yes ?,Int. 15000 Possible
Lambert Creek Trail No ?,Int. 25000 Possible Anticipated high priority kv ptam
2. Monte Bello
Gold Mine Trail Yes ?,Int. 35000..
Stevens Creek Bridge Yes ?,Int. 10000 Extended 1 year;limited LM resources
Disc Line Trail Yes ?,Int. 15000
3. Rancho San Antonio
Whole Access TratF Yes_. _,; .d. ... ouslyschadu(Qd
4. Purisima Creek
hole'oc s es
A Yes : 1
25000
:.
5. Windy Hill
Corte Madera Trails Yes ? 10000
,;;:;.:... , ...::: . . ...... ee, limited
Sausaj;Ttai)and.FRoad,..,. Extend ed 1
�80QQ..;.... 3"...:. ..:. ... a} ....: .:..: tiClU e W IOIQ Q $ a i
Meadow Trail Yes ?,Int. 10000 Possible Extended 1`year;combine................
ith Bozzo
Bozzo/Midlevel Trail Yes ?,int. 40000 Possible
6. St.Joseph's Hill
Trail to Hilltop Yes ? 10000
7. RavenswoodX. ,
,....::...........
01
:.,750�..P realaUQ! :::'•»`:>
8. EI Corte Madera '
9. Picchetti Ranch Area
Trail above Pond Yes ?,Int. 15000
Trail to Cosigny Yes ?,Int. 10000
10. Saratoga Gap
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11. Los Trancos
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Preserves U&M Access FY FY FY - FY FY Outside
Trail Projects Adopted Level 1992/93 1993/94 1994/95 1995/96 1996/97 Funding Explanatton and Notes,,-
12. Long Ridge
Trail to Skyline Yes 3 10000
Jikoji Bypass Trail ?,Int. 10000 Anticipated reintroduced project
13. Pulgas Ridge
Cordlileras Trait,(LWCF);..... .,Y.es 1 57000,.,. 28300 ad}u o b b rac
...... ess...
South Canyon Trail Yes ? 20000 Possible Expenditure not previously scheduled.
Edmonds Trailhead Yes ? 10000 Possible
14. Russian Ridge
Vista Trail(Prop 70) Level Yes 3 10000 10000
Loop Trails(LWCF) Yes ?,Int. 48000 24000 Accelerated fete grants
Nature Trail(LWCF) Yes ?,Int. 26000 12000 Accelerated to complete grants
15. La Honda Creek
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Dyer Trail to PG Yes ? Possible Deferred;combine with parking lot
Hwy 84 to Dyer Trail Yes ? Possible.. Deferracl;combine with parking lot
16. Teague Hill
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17. Fremont Older r
N Seven Springs Road Yes ?,Int. 5000 PS 15000 Possible Expenditure not previously scheduled
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18. Kennedy Road Area
19. Windmill Pasture Area j
Upper Black Mtn Trail No ?,Int. 15000 Possible Expenditure not previously scheduled
20. Stevens Creek Shoreline
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21. Coal Creek
Vista Point Trail Yes ?,Int. 10000 Extended 3 years;grants accelerated
Melville Trail Yes 3 10000 Extended 3 years;grants accelerated
22. El Sereno
23. Foothills �L
Foothills Park Trail No Possible Joint project,scheduled butorrhold-
24. Thornewood
Upper Bypass Trail Yes ? 15000
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Preserves U&M Access FY FY FY FY FY Outside
Trail Projects Adopted Level 1992/93 1993/94 1994/95 1995/96 1996/97 Funding Explanation and Notes
25. Mt.Umunhum Area
26. Cathedral Oaks Area 11
TOTAL TRAIL DOLLARS 177000 156000 161000 57500 160000 177000
LEVEL 1 TRAIL DOLLARS (57000) (58000) (35000) (7500) (90000) (247500)
%LEVEL 1 TRAIL SPENDING (32%) (44%) (26%) (33%) (84%) (40%)
Level 1,Trail Projects
Access Levels-
1 Fully Accessible
? Unknown Until Inventory&Design
Int. Internal to other existing trails which may require upgrade to provide access
2 Level 2 Access
3 Level 3 Access
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CHART 8-RELATIVE ORDER OF SITES J T/ T USE AND}.WNAGMENT REMEW SCHEDULE -
ufcV, tfl•ZD•9Z-
Relatfve Order of Sites Last Five Year Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule
Review 1992 1993 1994 1995 199-
1 st end 3rd 4411 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th
Qtr Otr Otr Otr Otr Qtr Otr Qtr Otr Otr Otr Otr Orr Otr Otr Otr Otr Otr Qtr'Otr —
1. Skyllne Ridge 07/87
2 Monte Bello 12/89 ......... ............... 3: ::.`: ::?:':
3. Rancho San Antonio 04190
4. Puristma Creek 02159
5 Windy Hill 11/88 . Y: ::.
6. SL Joseph's Hill
O9J87
..... .. ...............
7. Ravenswood 04J90 :�:;:;:;;: ;:::::':::`':':
8. El Corte de Madera 09/89 ............... .......... :.. ...............
9. Plcchet1J Ranch Area 01/98 ;:R::::::::::::
10. Saratoga Gap 03/S9 :E:
:::.... ...............
11. Los Trancos 07/87 :7t
12 Long Ridge 07190 : .........
............... ............... ...............
13. Pulga5 Ridge 087 ........... :............... ... .
14. Russian Ridge 0?J57
1 S. a Honda ............... ...............
L Creek 88
:; ;:....
6 Teague it ............... ............... ............... ............... ...............
1 T u HI
9
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................. .................
.................
17. Fremont Older 11i90
18. Kennedy ad Area 07/89 ::;::�[:
..._......................
Sierra Azut
................. .19. Windmill Pasture Area 04/90 •• . .................
. .....
..::..:.:.:....•...•.•..•........: ...: : .
Rancho San Antonio
20. Stevens Creek Shoreline
.................. ...............
21. Coal Creek 10/87
22 El Sereno 11/87
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23. Foothills 02/90
24. Thomewood 11/87 :$::'
25. ML Umunhum Area 07/&9 ;:;:;( ;:; :;:;:;:
.................
Siena Azut ................. .•:............... ................. •.•.•.-.•::::.-.•.•.•.•.•.•.•.
.................
26. Cathedral Oaks >:•�.
Siena Asul ...................
❑ Interim Use and Management Plan Review b Comprehenshle Use and Management Plan Review
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VU. Volunteer and Docent Programs
Background
The District has operated a Docent Program, supported by a staff Docent Coordinator, since
soon after the District's formation in 1972. The District has operated a Volunteer Program,
supported by a half-time staff Volunteer Coordinator, since 1986. In addition to the paid staff,
the District provides a modest budget for materials and expenses of the programs. All other
participation is on an unpaid volunteer basis.
Program Objectives
The basic objectives of the Docent Program are to help educate the public about the natural
history and resources of the District's lands; to generate public understanding and support for
the District's open space preservation mission; to involve the public in the District's activities;
and to enhance the visitor experience.
The basic objectives of the Volunteer Program are similar to those of the Docent Program; to
generate public understanding and support for the District's open space preservation mission;
to involve the public in the District's activities; and to conserve the District's financial resources
by using volunteers to assist paid staff in completing maintenance and improvement P t projects.
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Docent Program Description
The Docent Program typically includes from 50 to 80 volunteer docents. Twice per year, in the
Spring and the Fall, the District provides docent training in natural history.
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start in either Spring or the Fall, and are expected to attend both training sessions. There are
several optional training sessions offered each year in a variety of subjects. Informa
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activity planning meetings and social events are held throughout the year.
Docent activities are focused on organizing and leading walks and hikes in the open space
preserves, with interpretation of natural resources and human history provided by the docents.
Most of the ideas for the walks, hikes, and talks come from the docents themselves. They vary
widely in subject, location, length and difficulty. Any group of 10 or more persons may request
a special docent-led hike or talk, which may be custom-tailored to their needs and interests.
Public awareness of the Docent Program is provided through general District publications such
as the quarterly gene
ral newsletter, the ann
ual rePortth e Visitor Guide d s to_
s ecif c maps
and brochures. Direct access and participation is provided by a monthly "Walks and Hikes"
newsletter that is distributed to a large general mailing list and sent to local newspapers for
publication. The District has a small Nature Center building at Alpine Pond in the Skyline
Preserve which is used for research and interpretive activities.
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Volunteer Program Description
The Volunteer Program operates on a "drop in" basis. There is no required training or
membership. The Volunteer Coordinator organizes at least one event or project per month,
consisting of a basic resource restoration, maintenance or construction project in the District
preserves. Interested members of the public can work alongside District staff to improve or
protect natural resources or public access facilities. The District provides tools, equipment,
basic supervision, and usually refreshments, for these one-day projects. A Volunteer Newsletter,
published quarterly, informs the public of upcoming projects, and reports on the participation
and progress on past projects. Like the Docent Program, public awareness of the Volunteer
program is promoted by general District publications.
In addition to specific projects, the Volunteer Coordinator arranges for the use of public
volunteers and community service assignees in administrative office tasks such as filing and
mailing. The District also makes use of adult and juvenile justice system work release progra ns,
and the California Conservation Corps to complete maintenance and construction projects. This
assistance may or may not be combined with public volunteer efforts.
Measures to Improve Program Access for Persons with Disabilities
The accessibility of the Docent and Volunteer programs is facilitated because they are flexible
in format and content, and easily adapted to the specific needs of the participants, including the
Docents themselves. Also, because they are based on public participation, any group with
special interests is free to design and carry out their own program with the help of District staff
and resources, or to ask the District to design a program for them. Expansion of access for
persons with disabilities to these programs will be based on wider outreach and communication
of the opportunities, and on input from, and participation of, persons with special needs and
interests.
The following specific measures will be implemented by the District in order to expand access
to its Docent and Volunteer Programs:
1. Expand the mailing list for the Docent "Hikes and Walks" and the "Volunteer Voice"
newsletters to include organizations and groups that are concerned with serving people with
disabilities. (By January, 1992).
2. Encourage and act on specific information or suggestions for participation by persons with
disabilities in the programs, either through the efforts of persons already in the programs or by
encouraging other individuals or groups to participate in a way that directly or indirectly benefits
access for persons with disabilities.
3. Ensure that the Docent and Volunteer Coordinators, and the docents and volunteers
themselves, are aware of the interests and needs of persons with disabilities, and help them to
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provide the accommodations that may be necessary. (Publish article in upcoming newsletter,
cover issue generally in upcoming training or meetings, and cover specific measures as they are
requested or identified).
4. Encourage and recruit people with disabilities to participate in the volunteer and docent
programs and to make use of open space resources in general.
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VM. Physical Barriers to be Corrected
An inventory of all District sites has been completed to identify physical barriers to program
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accessibility. The inventory forms are attached as Appendix A. The inventory identified the
following physical barriers to general program accessibility, existing as of August, 1992, which
are to be corrected by January 26, 1995:
Parking Areas, Various Preserves
The following parking areas lack designated accessible parking spaces, which will be added as
noted below:
Skyline Area Preserves Number of Spaces Number of Required
Accessible Spaces
1. Los Trancos 25 1
2. Monte Bello 45 2
3. Purisima Creek
Redwoods
(Higgins-Purisima) 10 1
6. Windy Hill 10 1
Fo
othills Area Pr
eserves
1. Fremont Older 10 1
2. Monte Bello,
(Picchetti Ranch) 35 2
3. Rancho San Antonio
Permit Lot 12 1
Total number of signs required 2
Monte Bello Open Space Preserve, Black Mountain Pack-in Camping Area
1. Replace restroom facility with wheelchair accessible unit.
2. Publish permit procedures for backpack camp to allow drive-in access to visitors with
disabilities.
Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
1. Replace temporary restroom with a wheelchair accessible temporary restroom.
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Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve
1. Install two self-contained accessible restrooms near Deer Hollow Farm (Project in FY 92/93
budget, currently pending use permit approval).
Trailhead Gates and Stiles
Most District trailheads feature open access or "block type" stiles which accommodate
wheelchairs. Where physically feasible, the District will add accessible (block type) stiles at
trailheads that have only step-over stiles.
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VM. Administration of the Access Plan
The District's planning manager, Randy Anderson, is the person responsible for administration
fh o the Access Plan and response to access issues. Comments or questions may be directed to
Mr. Anderson at the District administrative offices.
The District has formed a steering committee of persons who are interested in reviewing and
making recommendations on the implementation of Access Plan. Please contact Randy Anderson
at the District for more information, or if you are interested in participating on the committee.
The District publishes, and regularly updates, information on access conditions, entitled "Access
Opportunities", which may be obtained by calling, writing or visiting the District offices.
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-13
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Annual Review of the Relative Site Emphasis Plan and Schedule for
Use and Management Plan Reviews
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Tentatively adopt the Relative Site Emphasis Plan and Use and
Management Plan Target Review Schedule as contained in this
report.
Discussion: You last reviewed the Relative Site Emphasis Plan
and Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule at your
December 18, 1991 meeting (see report R-91-148 dated December 9,
1991) . Final adoption was at your February 26, 1992 meeting (see
report R-92-26 dated February 26, 1992) . The Relative Site
Emphasis Plan is scheduled for review to coincide with Action
Plan and budget preparation. This review is presented later than
normal due to the unanticipated budget reductions that occurred
in December 1992 .
This report will be presented to you in more detail at your
meeting. Given the scope of changes proposed herein and the
abbreviated description of capital improvement projects, we
encourage you to contact staff if additional information is
needed.
There are significant changes in both the proposed Relative Site
Emphasis Plan and the Use and Management Plan Target Review
Schedule. These changes have occurred as a result of recent
budget adjustments, anticipated budget reductions over the next
two years, and the need to accelerate site specific trail use
planning. In the Relative Site Emphasis Plan, capital
improvement projects have been reprioritized and the Preliminary
Five-year Capital Improvement Plan has been reduced to a two-year
plan, since that is the limit of our ability to project future
funding at this time. The Use and Management Plan Target Review
Schedule has been changed to provide for trail use plan
amendments as well as rescheduling to respond more immediately to
preserves where persistent trail use problems exist.
Relative Site Emphasis Plan
The Preliminary Five-year Capital Improvement Plan has been
changed to a two-year plan in order to respond to uncertain
funding levels. Preparation of the two-year plan has required
consideration of current budget constraints and temporary
suspension of land management budget guidelines. This process
has resulted in moving projects into subsequent years where a
five year schedule appeared unrealistic without a better sense of
future funding levels. The intent of the revised format is to
take a somewhat narrower view of capital improvement projects for
the coming year in context with the those suggested for next year
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and a comprehensive list of outstanding projects that may be
considered over an indefinite period (see Chart A) .
As in the past, the left portion of Relative Site Emphasis Plan
shows District sites listed in relative order, emphasizing long-
term plans for use and development. Under each site, a list of
adopted and potential major capital improvements has been
included. All trail projects have been incorporated into this
list. Any new projects that were not on the list last year have
been shown in italics.
The center portion of the chart represents the Preliminary Two-
Year Capital Improvement Plan. The estimated cost of a project
is shown on the schedule. These costs are continually revised
and updated as engineering and design work is completed. The
projects proposed for the next fiscal year are in the vertically
shaded column labeled 1993 . These are specific projects being
considered for adoption at this time. If adopted, they will be
incorporated into the preparation of the upcoming action plan and
budget.
The remainingprojects shown in 1994 and beyond will be annually
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reviewed and updated to reflect the availability of grants,
changes in staffing levels, and the scope of various projects.
Unless the implementation of the capital improvement program is
tied, in the long term, to new funding levels and availability of
grants, these projects will have a severe impact on the
District's ability to acquire lands to complete the greenbelt.
Over the next two years and beyond, net capital improvement costs
for projects without approved grants total over three and one-
half million dollars, the equivalent of roughly 1, 000 acres of
land at the average per-acre cost.
The Preliminary Two-Year Capital Improvement Plan is based on
reasonable expectations of what can be planned and implemented by
existing staff. The revised plan for the upcoming year takes
into consideration major planning projects that are non-specific
to sites, such as staff time devoted to work on applying trail
use guidelines, ADA plan, and resource management policy
implementation.
This plan shows unusually large expenditures associated with
infrastructure, including major improvements to the Rancho San
Antonio and Skyline Ridge ranger yards and realignment of the
patrol road at La Honda Creek. There are two major grant funded
trail projects at Pulgas Ridge and Russian Ridge. The total
estimated cost for proposed 1993 capital improvements is
$594, 000, of which $52, 300 is reimbursable from state grants.
The relative order of emphasis has not changed this year.
Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule
The Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule reflects a
five-year cycle (see Chart B) . In general, the schedule attempts
to balance the planning tasks over the five-year period.
Consideration is given to spacing out plans with major issues
that are expected to require additional lead time and possibly
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neighborhood meetings for preparation. Also, where possible, the
schedule shows alternating plan reviews between preserves in the
Skyline area and Foothills area. This relates to the geographic
responsibilities of the planners as the planning area assignments
correspond to the division of the field staff.
The target review schedule has been significantly modified in
anticipation of implementing adopted Trail Use Guidelines and
Mitigation Measures. Trail Use Policies stipulate trail use
guidelines will be applied on a case by case basis to each
preserve in conjunction with the use and management planning
process. The existing target review schedule does not
necessarily respond in timing to the trail system needing
immediate attention. For this reason, the order of use and
management plan reviews has been changed and provisions made to
prepare trail use plan amendments in lieu of comprehensively
reviewing use and management plans for all preserves.
Trail use plan amendments will be appropriate for preserves that
have undergone use and management plan review within the past few
years. In all other cases, trail use planning will become an
integral part of the normal use and management plan review
process.
Preparing a trail use element for each use and management plan
will be extremely time consuming and temporarily interfere with
staff's ability to maintain a five year cycle for use and
management plan reviews. This is largely due to the need to
conduct a comprehensive analysis of the trails, including
detailed trail inventories. It is possible that through the
amendment process and postponement of some comprehensive use and
management plan reviews, trail use plans can be completed for all
preserves within five years. Although there are a greater number
of use and management plan reviews toward the latter half of the
schedule, there is an equal amount of work associated with
preparing the more complex trail use plan amendments in the first
two years of the schedule. The target review schedule reflects
this balanced approach to completing trail use plans while
attempting to keep as many use and management plans on track as
possible.
Prepared by:
D. Woods, Senior Planner
Contact Person:
R. Anderson, Planning Manager
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PLANNING PROGRAM
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will follow a land management policy that provides
proper care of open space lands, allowing public access
appropriate to the nature of the land and consistent with
t ecological values.
General Program Emphasis for 1993-1994
Respond to budget constraints by increasing emphasis on grant
applications, joint agency projects, and use and management
plans. Oversee the design and implementation of capital
improvements for public access, interpretation, and resource
management consistent with adjusted budget guidelines. Provide
the administration, coordination and communication to support
District policies, general objectives, and specific projects.
Staff Resources
(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
Planning Manager
Senior Planner
Open Space Planner 11 (2)
Resource Planner
Planning Technician
CHART A-PLAN FOR RELATIVE EMPHASIS OF DISTRICT SITES (Revised 1/6/93)
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Two Year CIP Outside
and Major Improvements Adopted 1992 1993 1994 Beyond Funding Explanation and Notes
1. Skyline Ridge
Ranger Facility
Ranger Office Yes El .::25O00::::Ps::: 15000 PS Plans &specifications, geotechnical& permits
300000 CC Office building w/meeting room and septic
Temporary Office Yes ■ Portable office is meeting immediate needs
Shop Buildings/Yard Yes ❑ . 82500
Nature Center/Interior Yes ❑ #5 (#: ( S:: Possible Develop concept into design, specs&artwork
10000 Possible Phased implementation in effort to open in '93
Restoration/Dam Yes El10000 PS 100000
Well and Water System Yes ❑ OQO:: `'>:: Complete distribution system to all facilities
::Riddd'Trail:to:SE:&=—:F)::::::::: Yes ■ Obtained
Buliiyias Mail:::: : Yes 25000 Possible
tritisei# iek:'i'rtiif:::::::::::::::: Yes 25000 Possible
...... :.:.:.:.:.:..:.:....:.:.:..
2 Monte Bello
South Ridge Parking No ❑ 40000 Possible Pending potential property exchange
South Ridge Restroom No 10000 Possible To construct in conjunction with parking lot
Page Mill Restroom Repair No ❑ 5c0::::::::::: Replace collapsed septic tank
Ma d Trailhead Sin No ::::dOQf ":`:': Computer generated m and regulation
n sign
:fii�li l4l tie Yes 36000
::St�veri :Cr ek Bride::::::::::::::: Yes ■
Tr1: Yes 15000 Possible Was aligned for construction in '92
...............
YsaT( f:i;Ftft:ices) :::::: Yes 10000 Possible Upgrade will comply with District ADA Plan
3. Rancho San Antonio
St Joseph's Ave. Bridge No ❑ County to construct'93; contribution requested
Grant House Anterior No ❑ 5000 Possible
Ranger Facility/Annex
Ranger Office Yes ❑ # ::PS: Construction supervision, inspections, changes
Permits and construction for building and septic
Shop Building Yes ❑ 3000 PS 50000 Engineering needs to increase stability
Carport/Storage/Yard Yes El10000 PS 100000 As per adopted conceptual plan
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Two Year CIP Outside
and Major Improvements Adopted 1992 1993 1994 Beyond Funding Explanation and Notes
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Rancho San Antonio (Continued)
Restrooms Yes ❑ :::::* ::P$: Inspections may be required by County
Construction of building (in-stock) &tank
Mapboard Tradhead Sign No 4000 Computer generated map and regulation sign
DemolitionlStable&Sheds No :::f00QO::::::::: :
............................ ................
it geliiie: r r: ieai�griM tii: No
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Ct eltside: tad uII:Ai;cess Yes 15" Possible
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4. Purisima Creek
Lower Restroom Yes El ::::::2v00::::::::::::: Restroom purchased; concrete &tank needed
................
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Expand Lower Parking No 50000
PGE Undergrounding Yes El15000 To enhance emergency helicopter access
Mapboard Traflhead Sign No .:.1�0.....>:: :: Possible Computer generated map and regulation sign
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Piat3sitrTrait: FuIE Access:<: Yes 25000 Possible
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5. Windy Hill
Portola Parking Lot Yes ❑ 180000 Possible Permits have been obtained; grant needed
Underground Utilities Yes ❑ 200000 Project has to accompany parking construction
Upper/Lower Restrooms Yes ❑ 10000 10000 Possible Defer lower restroom until parking construction
Mapboard Trailhead Sign No 4000 Possible Computer generated map and regulation sign
Sausal Dam Restoration Yes ■
d6� "'ails:.....:::.... Yes O 10000 Realignments&restoration (Trail Center project)
::SasI:Til.dull:Pidciis :::;::::: Yes ❑ 58000 Possible
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Mcit�► r tt�il : :::::: :::: Yes 10000 Possible
::¢ooltjcllevl:rail:::::::::::::::::::: Yes 40000 Possible
6. St Joseph's Hill
::Re.... rijt)f 7."*.1:::::-:-:::::::::::::- Yes 10000 Possible Cal Trans mitigation grant may advance to '94
i::H op:::: Yes 10000 Possible Cal Trans mitigation grant may advance to '94
No Possible Under negotiation; includes relocating fence
7. Ravenswood
Restoration/Pond No ❑ 50000 Possible Partially complete; outside funding required
: iail:t4::Ps 4:�O:jF0 :Ac es0 Yes 825W Possible Pending toxic clean-up &easements obtained
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Two Year CIP Outside
and Major Improvements Adopted 1992 1993 1994 Beyond Funding Explanation and Notes
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8. El Corte de Madera
Skyline Parking Lot No 165000 Possible
Parking Lot Restroom No 10000
Clean-up/Dump Area Yes ❑ 5000 PS 40000 Engineering plan required by County
Demolition/Residence No 20000 Secured until funding becomes available
fe:7` 1t ttz Cg:H�riif ::: No El15000 Possible
9. Picchetti Ranch Area
Restoration/Barn &Shed Yes ■ Obtained
:aiiove:Pfiif:::::::>'>:>: Yes 15000 Possible
f�aila : isi nj Yes 10000 Possible Coincide w/County Master Plan development
10. Saratoga Gap
11. Los Trancos
Mapboard Trailhead Sign No Computer generated map and regulation sign
Fault Trail Improvements Yes Realignments and station repairs
12. Long Ridge
Demolition/Bar Y Yes ■
Demolition/Panighetti Yes ■
Demolition/Slate Creek Yes ❑ Secured until funding becomes available
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Grizzly Flat Parking No 45000
' ail tQ:Slylird :: Yes ❑ 15000 Possible Includes proposed easement trail, gates, etc.
Jicji:$y{ass:Trai :::::::::::::::: No 10000
13. Pulgas Ridge
Demolition/Sewage Plant Yes ❑ tD0it3::: : 30000 CC Secured until funding becomes available
Edmonds Parking Lot Yes ❑ <:::: 500:::)?3: 25000 Possible Prepare plans and specs for potential grant
Resource Mgmt Plan No ❑ ::: :::I?S:: Possible Intern completed initial resource planning
7500 20000 Initiate restoration plan; invasive plant removal
Cordillera 'EY { uII Acs Yes ❑ ::�aQbSJt#::: i: Obtained 1993 grant deadline; grant reimburses$28,300
vi:Ga??!o : II:::::::::::::::::::::: Yes 20000 Possible
:: drijp�rits:'friilheac#::: Yes ❑ 10000 Possible Should be combined with parking lot project
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Two Year C I P Outside
and Major Improvements Adopted 1992 1993 1994 Beyond Funding Explanation and Notes
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14. Russian Ridge
Mapboard Trailhead Sign Yes ■ Computer generated map and regulation sign
is 4 frai�:(Pro1-:7p ::::::::::::: Yes ■
Liop:Traiis:(iINCF :.:.:.:.::::::: Yes ❑ :::::48000i;:::CC:: Obtained 1994 grant deadline; grant reimburses$24,000
Yes ❑ 26000 CC Obtained 1995 grant deadline; grant reimburses$12,000
: 2fit1 :1't11(hlortaitj::::::::: No 10000 Possible
15. La Honda Creek
MacDonald Parking Lot No 200000 Possible
Realign Weeks Road Yes ❑ 7 ::P Past contribution of$20000
::::8< :::CC:: Extended 1 year; permits have been obtained
DKer:Tra►1;ft :PtQ :'`::` ::::::::: Yes 5000 Possible
Ridge...rail>:.>:.»»:.::....:......... Yes 35000 Possible
16. Teague Hill
17. Fremont Older
Parking Lot Expansion Yes 12500 Conceptual plans to be completed by staff '93
Restroom Yes 10000 Portable in place until construction
Mapboard Trailhead Sign Yes ■
. teri. pfii�kgs:# oct:.::::.:.:.:.:.:.: Yes 20000 Possible Expenditure not previously scheduled
ii i xrt .:.:.:.:.:. Yes ❑ 50f1.:::.:.::::: 26W Along Coyote Ridge,former Garrod trails
18. Kennedy Road Area
Parking Lot Yes 28000
Restroom Yes 10000
19. Windmill Pasture Area
::Upiei: Iaok: ilttt Try:>:: >:. No 25000 Possible
20. Stevens Creek Shoreline
21. Coal Creek
:V# a.Poi(j#:Try::::::::::::::::::::::..:::::: Yes 10000 Possible
Melville`fiajl>: >: Yes 10000 Possible
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Two Year CIP Outside
and Major Improvements Adopted 1992 1993 1994 Beyond Funding Explanation and Notes
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22 El Sereno
23. Foothills
F:oathjlls:Park Trail:;:;:`::>::::: ;:: No ❑ 13000 Possible Coordinating with City of Palo Alto
24. Thornewood
::Uppt f3yas&:'fraik :::::::::: Yes 15000 Possible
25. Mt. Umunhum Area
Master Plan Yes 60000 Pending federal toxic clean-up
Demolition/Air Base No 500000 Pending federal toxic clean-up
26. Cathedral Oaks Area
TOTAL ANTICIPATED BUDGET AMOUNT 594000:::::::::: 537000 2SM500
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(-) EXISTING GRANT FUNDS 24000
ANTICIPATED DISTRICT EXPENDITURE < Ot>::>::: 513000 25365M
Italics denote projects added since last review
PS Planning, engineering&project supervision
CC Construction Contract for public bid
❑ Work in Progress
■ Project Completed
Lefthand Column =Trail Projects
Vertical Shading = Proposed Fiscal Year 1993-1994 Projects
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CHART B-RELATIVE ORDER OF SITES/TAFIC SE AND MANAGMENT REVIEW SCHEDULE DATE:1/6/93
Relative Order of Sites Last Five Year Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule
Review 1993 1994 1925 1996 1997
1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 41h 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th 1 st 2nd 3rd 4th
Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr Clir Qtr Qtr Qtr Qtr
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■ Comprehensive Use and Management Plan Amendment for Trail Use Element Only
El Interim Use and Management Plan Public Workshop to be held In 1993
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-12
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Proposed Preliminary Action Plan for the Implementation of the Basic Policy of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District for Fiscal Year 1993-1994
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
I
1. Review the proposed Preliminary Action Plan for the 1993-1994 fiscal year, make
any modifications that you feel are necessary, and adopt the Preliminary Action Plan.
2. Charge the 1993 Budget Committee with conducting a review of the Preliminary
Action Plan on the Board's behalf as part of the budget review process.
Discussion: The District's activities are guided by an annual Action Plan that implements the
Basic Policy and other Board policies. The Action Plan's function is to summarize the
purposes and current emphasis of the District's major programs, to identify key projects and
activities, to allocate budget, and to be a basis for evaluation of progress. The proposed
Preliminary Action Plan for 1993-1994 has been prepared under the looming cloud of the
state's budget crisis and its potential impact on the District in terms of a reduction of the
District's property tax revenue funding. The plan could be altered as a result of your
discussions at the January 13 meeting, the budget formulation and Budget Committee review
process, or actions by the state legislature affecting the District's property tax revenue
allocation.
Existing staff positions are shown in the staff resources section shown for each of the
District's five major programs -- Open Space Acquisition, Planning, Operations, Public
Affairs and General Management and Program Support. The filling of the following seven
positions is currently "on hold" because of the state budget crisis:
Acquisition - Administrative Assistant
Real Property Representative
Planning - Second Planning Technician
Secretary (one-half time)
Operations - Second Equipment Mechanic-Operator
General Management - Administrative Clerk (one-half time)
and Program Support Receptionist (one-half time)
This year's proposed Preliminary Action Plan includes a major change in the subprograms in
the Public Affairs Program. The new subprograms are:
• General Public Information and Outreach
• Legislative and Organizational Relations
• Funding Measure Preparation
This change reflects the program's emphasis on building increased awareness of the District's
programs and opportunities, expanding the District's public outreach and legislative
programs, and preparing for a potential future funding measure. It should be noted that the
Funding Measure Preparation Subprogram is a proposal only, as the Board has taken no
formal action to actively pursue such a measure. This subprogram is consistent with the
District's Strategic Plan and actions related to the first Basic Policy objective. Should the
Board decide not to pursue a 1994 funding measure, the Public Affairs Action Plan will be
revised to reallocate resources into more general public relations activities.
In November 1991, you directed staff 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 Action Plan. Since the text of the 1991-1992 Action Plan was not changed to reflect
additional projects or project changes, the current Action Plan has not been included with
margin reference notes for comparison with the proposed Preliminary Action Plan for the
1992-1993 fiscal year.
Report R-93-12 Page 1
PROPOSED PRELIMINARY
ACTION PLAN
FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE
BASIC POLICY OF THE
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN
SPACE DISTRICT
FOR THE 1993-1994 FISCAL YEAR
I. OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION PROGRAM
II. PLANNING PROGRAM
III. OPERATIONS PROGRAM
IV. PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
V. GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM SUPPORT
Report R-93-12 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 1993-1994
As a result of the state budget crisis and its potentially
disastrous effect on acquisition funding, efforts will focus on the
highest priority, most critical projects, while non-grant funded,
lower priority projects will be approached on a long-term option
or substantial gift-purchase basis.
Staff Resources
(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
Assistant General Manager/Land Acquisition Manager
Real Property Representative (one-half time contract position)
Research Attorney
Secretary - Open Space Acquisition
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1993-1994
Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram
Mjectivg
To provide for the acquisition of all real property rights necessary to secure a recreational
and open space 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, at desirable prices, focusing on the highest priority, most critical
properties, which specifically round out and improve public access to existing
preserves and/or connect to other preserves or other public lands, balancing the
desirability of the potential acquisition with the availability of severely limited funds,
including, if possible, private financing with favorable terms.
2. Attempt to obtain long-term options to acquire lower priority properties that might be
affordable in future years should the District be successful in obtaining additional
funding for land acquisition.
3. Complete a successful auction sale of the "Teague Hill" surplus properties to help fill
the critical gap in the District's pledge to Peninsula Open Space Trust to help acquire
the former Phleger property in Woodside.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Assist in determining the feasibility of approaching the District voters with a plan for
additional open space land acquisition funding.
2. Seek and encourage other agencies and groups to undertake sole or joint acquisition
projects which will preserve additional open space such as a joint project with the
County of Santa Clara.
3. Work with Peninsula Open Space Trust to complete at least one acquisition project
that significantly furthers the District's overall open space goals.
4. Maintain a multi-year spending plan for open space acquisition which optimizes use of
cash and borrowed funds to accomplish acquisition goals within extremely tight
budget constraints.
5. Explore various alternative terms of purchase (options, installment purchases,
defeasible fee, etc.) to offer advantages and incentives to landowners, as well as cost
savings to the District.
6. Explore additional methods to protect open space lands for less than the total cost of
fee acquisition (open space easements, acquisition of development rights, development
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dedication, exchange or sale of development rights, cooperation with private
individuals and groups, etc.) especially in this year of extremely tight budget
constraints.
7. Concentrate acquisition efforts on those parcels that will assist with completion of the
Ridge Trail system within the District's sphere of influence.
8. Encourage other agencies to apply for grants that will enhance overall open space
goals.
9. Work actively and regularly with District legal counsel to maintain and pursue
District's legal program where title to existing District lands are threatened by
encroachment, claim of adverse rights, liens or other interference with District's real
property rights.
10. Initiate and maintain contacts with landowners, real estate appraisers and brokers,
developers, architects, engineers, zoning and planning officials, and financial
institutions.
11. Maintain a relocation assistance program utilizing staff and consultants as necessary.
12. Compile current information on real estate market activity, including ordering
preliminary title reports on a timely basis for research into potentially available
parcels.
13. Catalog information of special interest, such as deed restrictions, encumbrances,
financing and tax considerations. This activity includes the establishment and
continuation of a working relationship with title companies and other information
sources.
14. Investigate the orderly disposition of title and legal encumbrances on District owned
lands (mineral and water rights, prescriptive easements, encroachments, etc.).
Report R-93-12 Page 5
1993-1994
Enterprise Subprogram
Qbjectiv
To manage the District's revenue producing activities in such a way as to maximize income
from enterprise accounts consistent with Open Space Management policies, incorporating
compatible new programs when possible.
Key Projects and Activities
1. Administer leases and rental properties, consistent with open space management
policies, to maintain and enhance revenue stream through competitive and current rate
structure, effective maintenance programs and communication with tenants.
2. Aggressively seek opportunities to convert equity in rental properties to capital for
land acquisition through development of "lifetime tenancy, or term ownership"
program for the former Bean, Landre and Smith houses.
3. C 'Youtmaintenance and to rental houses
s to k�Pbuildin s and
grounds in a safe, sanitary, and attractive condition and to increase net rental income.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Prepare cost-benefit studies on a case by case basis as major repair, improvement
and/or rental decisions arise.
2. Administer ranger-residency leases.
3. Investigate alternative lease arrangements for enterprise accounts, such as longer
terms that would enhance net income to the District according to Board policy.
4. Investigate new enterprise sal initiated other rou s or individuals that
proposalsb
g rP P PoY groups
would be compatible with District goals and objectives.
5. Modify existing agricultural leases in conjunction with Open Space Management
studies, such as Russian Ridge grazing study, and Board direction.
Report R-93-12 Page 6
PLANNING PROGRAM
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will follow a land management policy that provides
proper care of open space lands, allowing public access
appropriate to the nature of the land and consistent with
ecological values.
General Program Emphasis for 1993-1994
Respond to budget constraints by increasing emphasis on grant
applications, joint agency projects, and use and management
plans. Oversee the design and implementation of capital
improvements for public access, interpretation, and resource
management consistent with adjusted budget guidelines. Provide
the administration, coordination and communication to support
District policies, general objectives, and specific projects.
Staff Resources
(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
Planning Manager
Senior Planner
Open Space Planner 11 (2)
Resource Planner
Planning Technician
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1993-1994
Planning Pro
Objective: Formulate and review Use and Management Plans, as well as oversee 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. Capital Improvement Projects. Continue implementation of approved grant-funded trail projects at Russian Ridge and Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserves, construction of new ranger office facilities at Rancho San Antonio
Open Space Preserve, and development of the interior of the nature center at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. Continue with the upgrading of preserve signs and maps into new format.
2. Inter-Agency Planning. Continue multi jurisdictional planning projects for the Bay and Ridge Trails. Conduct joint planning with Santa Clara County on Rancho San Antonio County Park, upper and lower Stevens Creek
County Parks, and the Lexington Reservoir Recreation Plan, including the Highway 17 overcrossing and connections to El Sereno Open Space Preserve. Continue work with the Biodiversity Task Force.
3. Plan and Policy Implementation. Apply adopted District-wide trail policies and guidelines to at least four preserves where trail use conflicts are most apparent. Complete resource management policies and incorporate
assessment of resources and priority resource management projects into the Use and Management Plan review process. Implement policies for access for persons with disabilities by correcting existing barriers, providing
information and communication opportunities, and by incorporating access considerations into design in accordance with the ADA Plan. Prepare a comprehensive policy document that presents District goals, objectives,
policies, plans and facilities in a more organized and accessible form. Prepare a comprehensive acquisition plan to support internal coordination of acquisition activities and increase public awareness of the acquisition
Program
Planning Projects General Activities Program Management Work with private individuals and organizations to
accomplish public/private partnerships such as the
Prepare Use and Management Plans according to Work with Acquisition Program on enterprise Formulate, review and implement measures to Ravenswood Preserve wetland restoration and trails
the target use and management review schedule leases, acquisition referrals, access and right-of- support the quality and efficiency of Planning at La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve
way projects to District preserves, surveys, and Program services, and the related services of other
Identify funding sources and prepare grant encroachments programs Work with other public agencies such as Caltrans
applications to facilitate mitigation projects
Work with Operations Program in administering Support and participate in strategic planning for
Prepare studies for short-term and long-range the site use permit process significant District objectives Communication and Coordination
management, development and acquisition
decisions Update public map and brochure materials and Research and recommend methods of securing Gather input from special interest or use groups,
prepare special presentation materials outside funding or direct support for District and field staff, for management plans
Prepare acquisition reports and CEQA-related projects and objectives
environmental documents Monitor plans for site development, use, and Conduct field trips for the Board and other par-_,
restoration, and building restoration projects Research and develop capability to use computer- to review planning for specific preserves
Work with Operations Program to implement site based Geographic Information Systems(GIS) for
improvement projects to be done by other Support the Operations Program in monitoring and research, analysis, and mapping Coordinate routine use and management tasks with
organizations, volunteers, or as in-house projects documenting condition of preserve resources, and field staff
identifying areas requiring active management Inter-Aggency Planning
Conduct research and communications to improve Review documents from other jurisdictions that
the management of enterprise leases Develop a student intern program if funding Develop and manage joint planning and grant could impact District land and comment and testify
permits. Work with the Volunteer Coordinator to proposal projects with other local jurisdictions accordingly
Work with the Board committee to continue recruit and supervise volunteers to help implement
development of policy and guidelines on dogs on planning projects Participate with other local agencies and Work with Public Affairs Program on brochures,
preserves organizations in efforts to coordinate information map updates, special dedication or tour events,
gathering, policies, plans and funding efforts gifts, awards, and management of the slide library
Report R-93-12 Page 8
OPERATIONS PROGRAM
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will follow a land management policy that provides proper care of
open space lands, allowing public access appropriate to the nature of the land
and consistent with ecological values.
General Program Emphasis for 1993-1994
Continue to provide responsible stewardship of District lands. Based on trail
use guidelines, increase efforts in public education and volunteer participation.
In light of current budget constraints, an increased emphasis will be placed on
cost-saving measures. Traditional Operations Program activities such as
ranger patrol, resource protection, and maintenance and construction
responsibilities will continue to demand the majority of the program's
resources.
Staff Resources
(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
Operations Manager
Area Superintendents (2)
Visitor Services Supervisor
Support Services Supervisor
Supervising Rangers (4)
Equipment Mechanic-Operator
Volunteer Coordinator (one-half time)
Docent Coordinator
Ranger (11)
Secretary
Lead Open Space Technicians (2)
Open Space Technicians (5)
Seasonal Open Space Technicians (5 temporary positions)
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1993 - 1994
Operations Program
Objective: To 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 Ejects and Activities
1. Implement the new radio system and dispatch agreement with the City of Mountain View.
2. Revise ranger residence policies and guidelines for Board adoption and implementation.
3. Within budgetary constraints, implement Operations Program related elements of Americans with Disabilities Act Access Plan and Trail Use Policies and Guidelines.
4. Revise District use regulations(Ordinance 83-1).
5. Develop draft special use policies for Board adoption.
Patrol Maintenance and Construction Volunteer and Docent Activities Management and Administration
Monitor trail use and related conflicts Develop cost effective methods of meeting site Coordinate monthly volunteer projects Insure close adherence to purchasing procedures
maintenance needs and budget guidelines
Provide active ranger patrol and after hours call- Coordinate long and short-term special request
out service Implement minor Use and Management Plan volunteer projects Coordinate ongoing training for field staff
improvements and repairs
Educate the visiting public on proper use of Provide public information about volunteer Negotiate road maintenance and caretaker
wildland areas Maintain lands, buildings,vehicles, and equipment programs, projects, and events through quarterly agreements
to safe and appropriate standard of appearance and newsletters
Enforce District use regulations utility Manage special use permit system
Develop information brochure about volunteer
Monitor resource protection related impacts to Support enterprise subprogram field maintenance programs Coordinate occupational health and safety program
District lands needs for field operations
Recruit and train docents and other volunteers
Prevent and suppress wildfires Assist, as necessary, contractors and other Coordinate fleet management of District vehic
organizations with capital improvement projects Conduct a broad range of public interpretive and equipment
Respond to accidents and injuries occurring on programs on open space preserves
District lands Provide supervision of volunteer projects Oversee property management of 330 Distel Circle
Revise docent-led Fault Trail program at Los
Monitor special events and use permits Trancos Coordinate District's recycling and waste reduction
program
Identify and mitigate potential hazards Develop a docent-led history and nature program at
Picchetti Ranch Develop and implement site safety inspection
Implet patrol agreements with other agencies system
Develop and implement volunteer trail patrol
Program
:III
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
Subprograms
A. General Public Information and Outreach
B. Legislative and Organizational Relations
C. Funding Measure Preparation
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 1993-1994
Fully implement the comprehensive public affairs plan to increase the positive
awareness of the District and place the District in a position to successfully carry out
a funding measure.
Staff Resources
(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
Public Affairs Manager
Public Affairs Assistant
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1993-1994
General Public Information and Outreach Sub=gram
Objective
To generate additional support among the general public for completing the greenbelt by
increasing the positive perception and awareness of the District's mission, objectives,
accomplishments, programs, and effective management of public lands and financial
resources.
Key Projects and Activities
1 Compete the visitor profile survey.
2. Maximize regular media coverage of District activities and accomplishments.
3. Publish three issues of the Open Space newsletter and one Annual Report (at the end
of the calendar year).
4. Create and maintain an enhanced presence in the community through presentations,
displays, and events.
5. Produce a graphic representation of the greenbelt's "unmet needs" or at-risk lands.
6. Prepare and present options for a new revised Visitors Guide.
Other T)�pical Projects and Activities
1. Continue updating site maps and brochures as needed.
2. Plan additional events for the District's 20th Anniversary.
3. Increase outreach to local city and county officials.
4. Maintain contact with District founders and original supporters and solicit support.
5. Begin outreach to schools and educators.
6. Through all public affairs activities, seek active support of target audiences.
7. Continue providing public affairs services to other programs, ie, meeting attendance,
press releases, etc.
Report R-93-12 Page 12
1993-1994
Legislative and Organizational Relations
Qbjective
To preserve existing sources of funding for 1993-1994 and future fiscal years, to secure
legislation which will generally benefit the District and to inform other public agencies and
private organizations about the District's activities and goals.
Key Projects and Activities
1. Work closely with the District's Sacramento lobbyist to preserve current and future
state funding for the District.
2. Identify and propose any special projects for which direct state funding may be
available.
3. Accomplish or make reasonable progress on the priority items in the District's
Legislative Program.
4. Maintain contact with officials of other agencies and private organizations for the
exchange of information, cooperation on special projects and participation in special
events such as conferences and seminars, to keep the District informed of current
issues.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Work with legislators, legislative committees, state and federal administrators, other
agencies, private organizations, and interested citizens for information and action
regarding state legislation and specific local issues.
2. Support legislation proposed by East Bay Regional Parks, or others, which will
benefit the District.
3. Support legislation towards a simple majority vote for state bond measures.
4. Support legislation aimed at exempting from cuts or otherwise protecting the funding
for multi-county special districts.
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1993-1994
Funding Measure Preparation
Qbjective
To place the District in a position to successfully carry out a funding measure, at a future
time.
Key Projects and Activities
1. Develop a strategy to undertake a funding measure for 1994, if the circumstances
favor it at that time.
• Complete two public opinion surveys.
• Hire temporary help to focus overall efforts towards a funding measure.
• Coordinate District activities related to a funding measure.
• Work closely with the Finance Committee and the Board on all issues related
to funding measure.
Other lylZilcal Projects and Activities
1. Adjust and re-prioritize elements of the public affairs plan as needed to fit with
funding measure strategies.
2. Coordinate District strategy with sponsors of other similar ballot measures.
Report R-93-12 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 1993-1994
Instill vision and provide leadership to foster participation in
order to successfully implement the Strategic Plan. Maintain the
District's viability as an open space acquisition and management
agency in light of potential reduction of property tax revenue
resulting from the state's fiscal crisis.
Staff Resources
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(Regular, full-time positions unless otherwise indicated)
General Manager
Legal Counsel (part-time under retainer)
Controller (one-quarter time)
Administrative Services Manager/District Clerk
Administrative Analyst
Office Manager/Secretary to the General Manager
Accounting Specialist
Secretary
Receptionist (one-half time)
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1993-1994
General Management and Program Super
Qbjectiv
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, to implement
the Strategic Plan, and to maintain the District's viability as an open space acquisition and
management agency.
Ke
y Projects and Activities
1. Pursue legislation and alternative sources to secure existing, as well as additional,
funding for the District to maintain its viability and to meet acquisition and open
space management needs.
2. Once impact of the state's fiscal crisis on the District is known, review District's
overall operations and fiscal situation with Budget Committee, Controller, Board of
Directors, and staff and make adjustments as appropriate throughout all District
programs.
3. Carry out District's personnel and labor relations functions, including continuing
implementation of staffing reorganization plan if funding is available.
4. Enhance organizational effectiveness through increased communications, staff
meetings, retreats, workshops, training seminars, and team building activities.
5. Refine process by which staff and Board members coordinate short- and long-term
goals and objectives for acquisition.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Continue to build and refine a management team approach for overall management of
the District's activities.
2. Provide financial management and accounting, including investment of temporarily
idle funds, and general legal support to other programs as necessary.
3. Perform administrative and legal obligations as required by State law, promote
District's safety program, and oversee coordination of equipment/infrastructure needs
at main office.
4. Update Action Plan; prepare, monitor and revise, as necessary annual budget;
coordinate program evaluations for Action Plan progress; coordinate preparation and
distribution of all materials for Board's regular and special meetings.
5. Involve Board of Directors in planning of the annual special Board meeting to be held
as part of Board's Good Neighbor Policy.
Open Space
R-93-11 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
A END A ITEM
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Strategic Plan for the Nineties
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION !
Affirm the priorities, at least in the long-term, of the District's draft Strategic Plan for the
Nineties.
Discussion: The draft Strategic Plan for the Nineties (attached) was distributed to you in
July, 1992. Due to the state budget crisis, discussion of the proposed plan was put on hold.
I recommend the Board initiate discussion of the proposed plan, particularly since Directors
Siemens and de Wit were not involved in all the workshops and discussion leading to the
draft plan. Background and general discussion of the plan could occur on January 13,
followed by a more in-depth discussion on January 27.
With the state's budget crisis still looming over the District, the plan would have to be
modified if the District receives a substantial property tax revenue reduction in the future.
Prepared by:
H. Grench
General Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
Open Space
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-05
Meeting -702 z �'
January 1993 /
AGENDA ITEM
Initial LegisAatAve Program fo ` 1993, '994
GENERAL MANAGE
' S RECOMMENDATION`
Adopt the attached initial egisl tive rogram �.or 1993�-1994 .
Discussion: i "The Legislative Camittee met onm Dfecembr 16, 1992
and we form'lated the Distric rs initial legislative/ program for
the new, two' year session of California ,1tate L Ts ature. As
we get inti the new y/ep
program can be augmeted Early in
the new year, as thin to develop in the l, gisl, ture,
would,; be a good time e Ralph Heim, th-s District ' s
legi latve advocate me "to, to mee"t `with" the""Legislative
Com�ittee. My recammi ides for-'t' he v rids items in
the,, proposed new 4egi ogram r, noted
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In add tion to the i eny lis ed for,/the legi a ve program, the
c.6mmi tee_:noted' th the Did rict hoard or d vidual directors
ay b involved in helping to obtain grants ?`"specially those
nvowing int:erj isgictioh"al efforts undep he federal
Inte modal S rfa e T ansp tatio. Efficie Act (ISTEA) program.
Prepared b .`
H. `Grench, General Mari r der
Contact erson:
Same as Bove S Y
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Strategic Plan for the Nineties
Basic l'olicyab�ecttve1
The bl trlct wilt purchase oVotherwise acq it�e
lnteirest lt� the maximum feasible amount of strategic j
open space land within the District, including
baylands and foothills,
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Goal
Substantially complete the greenbelt by acquiring an
additional 15,000 acres by the year 2000 to bring the
District's open space land to 50,000 acres.
Action
A. Acquire approximately 6,000 acres of open
space by year 2000 with existing funding
sources.
B. Identify and employ new funding sources to
acquire the remaining 9,000 acres by the year
2000.
C. In relation to any future funding measure,
prepare a land acquisition plan to explain to the
public potential open space lands which might
be acquired.
D. Specifically, consider placing on the ballot a (Option 1-1, June 1,
supplementary funding measure for 1991 )
consideration by District constituency to raise j
approximately $100 million for open space
acquisition.
E. Support efforts to place a statewide initiative (Option 1-2, June 1,
on the ballot that is similar to Proposition 70 1991 workshop)
approved by the voters in 1988 to raise $25
million for District open space acquisition.
F. Raise approximately $10 million toward (Option 2-1, June 1,
acquisition of open space land on a cooperative 1991 workshop)
basis with other public agencies and non-profit
organizations.
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G. Pursue alternative methods, such as (Option 1-3, May 14,
fundraising, cooperative projects, joint 1991 workshop)
management agreements, and assessment
districts where there is unusually high local
benefit and support in order to raise an
additional $5 million.
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Vasic Policy ZlbJoetiVW
be district rroill work vwi. and encourage private
and o#h,�r public ager +�ies a preserver,meintaiin� ancir
enhance open space.
Goal
Increase Board and staff liaison with public and private
agencies and private land owners to take advantage of
opportunities and respond to challenges relating to the
District's basic policy objectives.
Action
A. Offer increased assistance to local jurisdictions,
private organizations and individuals in
planning, developing options and acquisition
strategies, for open space preservation.
B. Seek an increasing leadership role in local and
regional organizations concerned with open
space, recreation, trails, and environmental
issues.
C. Promote coordinated planning by increasing
participation with other local agencies and
private parties through the sharing of research
and planning efforts and information, and
seeking consistency in policies and projects,
and facilitating mutual awareness of, and
response to, issues of concern.
D. Actively investigate critical opportunities or
concerns related to issues or projects of other
agencies. Assign staff responsibilities for
tracking and response, and provide regular
updates to staff and the Board.
E. Pursue reciprocal agreements and other creative
methods to establish cooperative acquisition,
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planning, and management partnerships with
private organizations and public agencies.
F. Seek to formalize existing and prospective
planning, management, and acquisition
agreements with other agencies and
organizations.
G. Increase the District's advocacy role in open
space issues of other jurisdictions.
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basic Policy;abjeev 6 3
The District will follow a land management policy
that,provides proper.:care of open space.Land,
a. owing publ1 ecce s; ppropriate tt then ire cif
the lend and consistent with ec6logicat arlua.
Goal
Provide responsible stewardship of District lands by
identifying and addressing long term needs for managing
increased public use, protecting and enhancing natural
resources, and providing for visitor safety. (Option 3-1)
Action
A. Implement Trail Use Policies by completing trail
use guidelines and developing specific trail use
plans for each preserve when comprehensive
use and management plans are scheduled.
B. Adopt Resource Management Policies and (Option 3-3, June 1,
implement comprehensive resource 1991)
management plans for critical areas, seeking
funds to assist in plan preparation and
implementation.
C. Conduct study sessions to address current and (Option 3-2, June 1,
future levels of planning and operational needs 1991)
to meet anticipated increase in acreage and
visitor use.
D. Develop and implement a site safety inspection (Option 3-10, June 1,
program to identify and mitigate potential 1991)
visitor safety hazards on District lands.
E. Expand ranger residence program in the Sierra
Azul area to include ranger residences for
improving patrol presence and emergency
response to after hours emergencies.
F. Establish, if necessary and feasible, a field
office in the Sierra Azul area to improve staff
deployment, site presence and overall response
in the area.
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The District will educate and make cleartyr vislble
to the public the purposies artd actlans
District,)end will at�vely erwGt urage public
commuralcatlon and Involvement]n 'Dlste ct
a+ctivitiies.
Goal
Generate additional public support for completing the
greenbelt by increasing the positive perception and
awareness of the District's mission, objectives,
accomplishments, programs, and effective management
of public lands and financial resources.
Action
A. Conduct a public opinion survey to measure (Option 4-1, June 1,
awareness, perception, and other attitudes 1991)
regarding the District, to gain information for
planning, and to assess support for the
District's funding needs.
B. Produce and implement a comprehensive Public (Option 4-2, June 1,
Affairs plan to include the following: 1991 and October
29, 1991 workshop)
1 . Identify target audiences for public
outreach campaign.
2. Conduct surveys to determine
demographics and use patterns of
preserve visitors.
3. Develop detailed strategies and methods
for reaching the target audiences.
4. Prepare a timeline and budget for plan
implementation.
5. Increase participation of staff and the (Option 4-4, June 1,
Board in various outreach activities, and 1991)
political and staff liaison at local, state
and federal levels.
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Goal
Provide new public access facilities to accommodate an
increase in public use and enhance existing public access
facilities to improve the quality of experience for all
preserve users.
Action
G. Develop or significantly improve one public
access parking area and trailhead every two
years in accordance with the Policy and Plan for
Relative Site Emphasis.
H. Develop and implement an Access Plan for
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to
provide equal access to District programs and
services.
I. Improve and update public information on four
preserves each year by providing more
understandable and consistent signs and
brochures.
J. Review and revise the Policy and Plan for
Relative Site Emphasis of Use, Development,
and Publicity of District Sites to be consistent
with goals and actions of the Strategic Plan.
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6. Increase amount of time the General (Option 4-4, June 1,
Manager dedicates to liaison activities. 1991)
7. Increase proactive media relations (May 22, 1991
activities to maximize positive exposure meeting)
for the District.
8. Review and refine maps, brochures and
other collateral materials to make them
more useful and "user friendly."
C. Develop and implement an organization plan for
the public affairs program, including plans for
staffing and other resources.
Goal
Substantially increase volunteer participation by
broadening involvement and assistance in development,
maintenance, interpretation and patrol of District lands,
as well as in other District activities.
Action
D. Expand the existing docent program in order to (Option 3-7, June 1,
provide a greater variety of interpretive and 1991)
educational activities to a broader cross-section
of the District's constituency.
E. Expand the open space volunteer program to
include a core membership group to encourage
camaraderie and provide leadership.
F. Implement, if feasible, an adopt-a-tra il/p reserve (Option 3-11, June 1,
program. 1991)
G. Utilize the nature educatin center as a primry
channel for public outreach.
H. Develop and implement a volunteer trail patrol (Option 3-5, June 1,
program to foster visitor assistance and 1991)
participation in the safe use of District land.
I. Coordinate the District's volunteer programs (Option 3-6, June 1,
with local non-profit volunteer organizations to 1991)
maximize the use of volunteers on District
lands.
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J. Increase the use of volunteers in all programs to
provide assistance for labor intensive tasks and
special projects.
K. Design and implement a plan for the use of the
David C. Daniels Nature Center. Incorporate
volunteer activities into the plan.
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The staff will admin ister th'e affairs.of the District rn
behalf of the public so.as to maximize
accomplishment of the goals of the Districts within
existing:financial constraints
Goal
Instill vision and provide leadership to foster participation
in order to successfully implement the Strategic Plan.
Action
A. Implement reorganization plan and adjust as (Option 5-1, June 1,
necessary to meet strategic plan goals. 1991 workshop)
B. Formulate multi-year staffing plans, including a
ten-year field staffing plan, to maintain a
responsible level of stewardship and service to
the public consistent with increased use and
awareness resulting from Strategic Plan
implementation.
C. Continue to build and refine a management
team approach for overall management of the
District's activities. li
D. Enhance organizational effectiveness, building
on foundation established by organizational
improvement program.
E. Prepare a comprehensive summary of the
District's organization, policies, and procedures
to serve as a framework and guide.
F. Refine and implement a comprehensive risk (Option 3-10, June 1,
management program. 1991 workshop)
G. Review and evaluate traditional and non-
traditional District revenues sources.
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-06
Meeting 93-02
January 13 , 1993
AGENDA ITEM
1993 Special District Board Management Institute
GENERAL MANAGER ' S RECOMMENDATION
Approve expenses for the District s two new Directors to attend
the 1993 Special District Board Management Institute.
Discussion: Attached is information about the 1993 institute.
Directors who have attended in the past have reported very
favorably on the value of this institute, particularly for new
Board members .
There are not specific funds in your recently amended budget for
this purpose. If you wish to approve sending a Director or two,
at an estimated cost of $1100 each, the funds could come out of
the general manager ' s discretionary fund if ncessar that you
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approved on December 9 , 1992 .
Prepared by:
H. Grench, General Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
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RESEARCH ATTORNEY
DEFINITION
To perform a wide variety of responsible and complex legal assignments related to real property law
and real property acquisitions; to provide in-depth legal research; and to prepare memoranda, briefs,
and court documents as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from the ssistant General Manager/Land Acquisition nager.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT
PON IBILITIES AND DUTIE --lmportan responsibilities and duties
may include, but are not limite to, the following:
Conduct studies on historical o ership, physical characteristi and parcel use; monitor land
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interests, laws on titles and land e, and other pertinent legal ' sues related to real property.
Prepare documentation and legal me oranda or opinions o esults of legal and factual research
related to real property law and real pro erty acquisitions; m e recommendations where appropriate.
Prepare briefs, motions, pleadings, poin s and authoriti s, and other court documents pertaining
to real property.
Review court case status and strategy wit Distric counsel and retained counsel.
Provide well written, factual material as assi a or requested for various district agenda actions
relating to real property, environmental law, dis t enabling legislation and Federal Statutes relative
to the District's land acquisition program.
Review deeds, preliminary title reports, tit poli ies, contracts, grant proposals, board reports,
letters, agreements, licenses and other le I docu ents for accuracy and legal effect of language
used. j
Contact members of other governme agencies to d termine and discuss status of District land
use applications and other situation affecting District ands.
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Perform related duties and respo sibilities as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles.and practices us d in legal research.
Principles of civil law a trial procedures.
Statutory and consti tional law of the State of California.
Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations including real property law.
Ability to:
Analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence, and procedures to legal problems.
Present legal analysis in a concise, logical, and persuasive manner, orally and in writing.
DEC 181997
THE
SPECIAL
DISTRICT
BOARD
MANAGEMENT
INSTITUTE
Jack Harris December 3 , 1992
Executive Director
I General Manager
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space Dist
201 San Antonio Cir. Bldg. C-Ste135
Mountain View CA 94040
Dear General Manager:
We recently sent a letter of congratulation and an invitation
to attend the 1993 Special District Board Management Institute to
those on your Board of Directors who were elected, re-elected,
appointed, or re-appointed as a result of the November election.
In our letter, we suggested an agenda item for consideration at
your next Board meeting:
ITEM: ATTENDANCE AT THE 1993 SPECIAL DISTRICT BOARD
MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE
February 26, 27, & 28, 1993 -
The purpose of this is to advise you of our letter to your
Board members, to give you the same information about the Institute
which your Directors have, and to invite you to attend.
This annual program - the only one of its kind in the country has been attended by hundreds of California Special District
Directors and Managers each year over the past two decades.
Managers who have attended with their Board members tell us
that -the Institute is a great way to enhance the Board-Manager
relationship. The atmosphere of mutual trust and confidence which
develops from the shared experience and the common ground of
knowledge can be invaluable.
We know of no faster or more effective way for a new Director
to gain a comprehensive view of Board responsibilities, and to
prepare for duties as a Board member. Experienced Directors will
find the Institute a unique opportunity for a refresher and update
in current Special District Board management practices.
The general content of the Institute is described in the
paragraphs which follow. The detailed brochure for the program will
be mailed to you in late December. In the meantime, this will give
you general information for planning and discussion.
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21 Rincon vista
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
TEL (805) 966-51 47
FAX (805) 962-4055
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The 1993 Institute will be held at the Carmel Highland
Doubletree Resort in San Diego on February 26, 27, & 28, 1993.
It starts Friday morning and concludes Sunday at noon.
A detailed brochure describing the program will be mailed to
you in late December.
In the meantime, here is the general schedule, and advance
enrollment and lodging information.
The Institute's six in-depth seminar sessions cover:
SPECIAL The opens with a discussion of how Special
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DISTRICT Districts are organized in California. The leader-
GOVERNMENT ship role of the Board is emphasized. Included will
be a discussion of the all-important relationship
between the Board member and the operational manager.
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SPECIAL A thorough review of the law as it applies to the
DISTRICT Director will follow. Topics include legal
LAW requirements for Board procedures and action, the
Brown Act, Board meetings, conflicts of interest,
delegation of powers, and personal liability, to name
just a few. Time is made for a lively question and
answer session.
FINANCIAL This comprehensive review of financial management
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MANAGEMENT principles and techniques applies to both enterprise
AND and non-enterprise districts, and covers budgets,
CONTROL fixed costs and capital items, long-range
projections, financing methods, rates and fees,
reading and interpreting accounting and financial
reports, cost effectiveness, and cash management.
PERSONNEL The role of the Board in District personnel policy
POLICY is analyzed in this seminar. The major criteria and
guidelines for effective District employee relations
are covered. Included are discussions of "meet and
confer" requirements, protection of District and
employee rights, ' bargaining strategies, and grievance
procedures. Current and future trends in human
resources management will be discussed.
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PLANNING The Planning seminar is designed to provide specific
guidance in developing and carrying out an effective
District plan, and will start with your District
mission. Master planning, service planning, and
fiscal planning techniques will follow. Assessment
of District performance, goal setting, and
policy development are discussed.
COMMUNI- This session covers District public information
CATIONS & policy planning and development, defining the
COMMUNITY "community" and various publics, and determining how
RELATIONS much to invest in community and intergovernmental
relations. Discussion will cover where the costs
are, how to estimate benefits, and guidelines for
allocation of resources. LAFCO relations, and
intergovernmental relations with federal, state and
other local governments is discussed.
A special report from Sacramento will provide an update on
the latest current and proposed legislation of interest to
Special Districts.
The program content is equally applicable to large and small
Districts.
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As you see, this is an intensive, information packed .
program! To bring it to you in a weekend, a remarkable array of
talent and expertise is assembled in one place at one time.
The instructional team members are drawn from the ranks of
practicing Directors, managers, attorneys, and active consultants
and advisors to Special Districts - all fully qualified with
specialized knowledge and backgrounds in Special District
management. When you attend, you and your District will benefit
from their years of experience.
Each participant receives the Special District Directors
Handbook, over 250 pages complete with lecture outlines, notes,
charts, graphs, and reference and resource material, valuable for
use long after the program is over.
This advance information is sent to you so that you may
discuss attendance with your fellow Board members and place the
item on the agenda at your December or January Board meeting if
you wish.
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The fee for the Special District Board Management Institute
is $695 per person. The fee includes tuition, all instructional
materialsand Directors Handbook, refreshment breaks, Friday and
Saturday luncheons, Friday reception, and continental breakfast
each day. The fee does not include lodging or other meals.
Hotel accommodations are available at special reduced
program rates.
To enroll, or to save a place in the Institute at no
obligation, call me, or mail or FAX the form below.
If you would like to talk to someone who has already
attended the Institute, please call me at (805) 966-5147. I 'll
be happy to give you references, and answer any questions you may
have.
Best wishes for success in your new term of office.
Cordially,
Jack -Harris
Executive Director
' , Don't forget that The Special District Board Management
Institute counts toward the Certificate in Special District
Board Management. Send the form or call for details.
To: The Special District Board Management Institute,21 Rincon Vista,Santa Barbara,CA 93103
TEL (805) 966-5147 FAX (805) 962-4055
[ ] YES I PLAN TO ATTEND THE 1993 SPECIAL DISTRICT BOARD MANAGEMENT
INS' ITUTE. HERE'S MY RESERVATION.
[ ] MAYBE. SAVE ME A PLACE AND I'LL LET YOU KNOW LATER,
[ ] PLEASE SEND ME INFORMATION ON THE CERTIFICATE IN SPECIAL DISTRICT
BOARD MANAGEMENT.
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-05
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Initial Legislative Program for 1993-1994
GENERAL MANAGER' S RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the attached initial legislative program for 1993-1994 *
Discussion: The Legislative Committee met on December 16, 1992
and we formulated the District ' s initial legislative program for
the new two year session of the California State Legislature. As
we get into the new year, the program can be augmented. Early in
the new year, as things begin to develop in the legislature,
would be a good time to invite Ralph Heim, the District ' s
legislative advocate in Sacramento, to meet with the Legislative
Committee. My recommended priorities for the various items in
the proposed new legislative program are noted.
In addition to the items listed for the legislative program, the
committee noted that the District Board or individual directors
may be involved in helping to obtain grants , especially those
involving interjurisdictional efforts under the federal
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) program.
Prepared by:
H. Grench, General Manager
Contact person:
Same as above
INITIAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM FOR 1993-1994
Goal 1: Maintain the District's current percentage share of the
local property tax for the 1992-1993 and 1993-1994
state fiscal years.
Priority: A
Goal 2: Seek inclusion of as many District projects as possible
in the park and open space bond act initiative,
proposed by the Planning and Conservation League.
Priority: A
Goal 3: Obtain legislation that assures additional long term
permanence to the District's current percentage share
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of the local property tax.
Priority: B
Goal 4: Support a State constitutional amendment that would
provide for vaster approval of local park bond issues by
a simple majority vote.
Priority: B
Goal 5: Obtain state funding toward the Saratoga Summit Gateway
acquisition project and/or the Pulgas Ridge Open Space
Preserve Public Access Improvements project.
Priority: B
Goal 6: Support legislation which does not interfere with more
pressing concerns, that would increase the legislative
standing of multi-county regional park and open space
districts while maintaining the District' s affiliation
with all regional park and open space districts.
Priority: C
Goal 7: Seek inclusion of the District in legislation that
would aid the District's environmental education and
public outreach efforts.
Priority: C .
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Goal 8: Support, oppose, or seek amendment to other state and
federal legislation of direct impact on the District. I
Priority: Dependent on particular bill.
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-03
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Renewal of Investment Authority
GENERAL MANAGER ' S RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the attached resolution to extend the controller ' s
investment authority for another year. The investment goals and
guidelines are the same as you adopted on January 8 , 1992.
Discussion: The controller ' s authority to invest temporarily
idle funds expires on January 21 , 1993 according to the
provisions of Resolution 92-01 (see report R-92-03 dated January
3, 1992) . Currently, all of our cash reserves not held by a
trustee are invested through the Santa Clara County pooled
investment fund. However, when short-term interest rates rise we
are able to earn an enhanced return on our investment funds by
investing directly.
Prepared by:
Jean H. Fiddes
District Clerk
Contact person:
Same as above
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF -THE
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AUTHORIZING
CERTAIN BOARD EMPLOYEES TO IWEST TEMPORARILY IDLE
FUNDS IN SECURITIES ALLOWED BY GOVERNMENT CODE
WHEREAS, the District needs to maximize the yield on
temporarily idle funds in order to help meet land acquisition
objectives; and
WHEREAS, Government Code, Sections 53630 et seq.
authorize the District to invest inactive funds in securities
which, at times, yield interest rates higher than achievable
through the Santa Clara County Pooled Fund-; and
WHEREAS, the District can often improve its yield on
F temporarily idle funds without sacrificing financial safety or
flexibility; I
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS:
Section One. The Board of Directors of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby authorize
the Controller, or in his/her absence, a District employee
authorized by the Board to act on his/her behalf, to invest
temporarily idle funds according to the Investment Goals and
f Guidelines attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and by reference made a
part hereof.
Section Two. Before any particular investment the
Controller shall consult with the General Manager, or a District
employee authorized to act in his/her behalf, to determine
anticipated cash flow needs of the District .
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Section Three. This Resolution supersedes Resolution
No. 92-01 adopted January 8, 1992. This Resolution shall no
longer be in effect as of January 27 , 1994 , unless extended in
time, and inactive funds shall then be deposited in the Santa
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Clara County Pooled Investment Fund.
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EXHIBIT "A"
Investment Goals and Guidelines
GOALS
Goal 1. Capital Preservation
Temporarily idle funds shall be invested in a conservative manner, such that funds can always
be withdrawn at, or just above or below, full invested value. Investments that. offer
opportunities for significant capital gains and losses are excluded.
Goal 2. Liquidity
Temporarily idle funds will be managed so that normal operating cash needs and scheduled
extraordinary cash needs can be met on a same day basis. Investments will be sufficiently
liquid to provide a steady and reliable flow of cash to the District to insure that all land
purchases can be made promptly (within two weeks) .
Goal 3. Income
Temporarily idle funds shall earn the highest rate of return that is consistent with capital
i preservation and liquidity goals and the Government Code.
GUIDELINES
1. Determination of Idle Funds
The Controller will prepare a complete cash flow projection prior to all investment
decisions. This cash flow projection will be reviewed and evaluated by the General Manager.
The General Manager is responsible for designating the maximum amount of funds available for
investment.
2. Contingency Reserve
A contingency reserve of between $500,000 and $2,000,000 shall be maintained with the Santa
Clara County Treasurer. The General Manager is responsible for determining the size of this
contingency reserve. At all times this contingency reserve will be sufficient to satisfy the
requirements for all Note Funds.
3. Non-Invested Funds
Idle District funds not otherwise invested or maintained with paying agents will be deposited
in the Santa Clara County pooled investment fund.
4. Selection of Investments
The Controller is responsible for selecting specific investments that fit within the amounts
and maturities designated by the General Manager. The Controller is also responsible for
directing security transactions.
5. Investment Instruments
Investments shall be limited to those allowed by the Government Code. Investments shall not
be leveraged.
6. Diversification
Investments other than insured or collateralized deposits at banks and savings and loan
associations shall be diversified.
7. Marketability
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For investments other than deposits, the breadth of ownership and number of securities
outstanding will be sufficient to establish a secondary market in which investments can be
readily converted to cash without causing a material change in their market value.
8. Acceptable Banks
Bankers' Acceptances and Negotiable Certificates of Deposit may be purchased only from banks
and savings and loan associations with over $1,000,000,000 of deposits and reporting
profitable operations.
9. Acceptable Collateral
Securities collateralizing bank or savings and loan deposits must be rated "A" or higher.
10. Investments in Name of District
All investments purchased shall stand in the name of the District.
11. Reporting
The Controller shall report all security transactions to the Budget Committee no later than
the next Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors after any transaction has been made. The
Controller shall submit a complete listing of the investment portfolio to the Budget
Committee by the fourth Wednesday of each month. The Budget Committee shall act on behalf
of the Board of Directors in receiving reports from the Controller required by Chapter 1226
of the 1984 Regular Session of the State Legislature.
12. Purchase of Securities Through Bank
The Controller is authorized to purchase securities through the investment department of the
District's bank. The Bank shall be instructed in writing only to purchase securities in the
name of the District and that all matured funds shall be returned to the District's bank
account. The Bank shall also be instructed to send receipts for transactions to the General
Manager.
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R-93-09 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Meeting 93-2
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Approval of License Agreement for the Portola Park Heights Homeowners Association to Install
an Underground Power Line on Long Ridge Open Space Preserve
GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION r,. ✓
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Manager or Assistant General Manager to approve the attached License
Agreement for Portola Park Heights Homeowners Association to install an underground power
line on Long Ridge Open Space Preserve for the purposes of electrifying the main gate.
Discussion
A representative of the Portola Park Heights Homeowners Association recently notified staff that
the Association would like to install an electric gate at the Portola Heights Road junction with
Skyline Boulevard. The gate is currently opened and closed manually.
In order to bring electrical service to the gate location, the Association has two options. The
closest electrical pole is located immediately across Skyline Boulevard from the gate location.
However, this would entail a permit from CalTrans and costly installation fees to cross the state
highway. A second pole is located approximately five hundred feet south of the gate entrance
on the Long Ridge Open Space Preserve. From this pole it is possible to bring an underground
line directly to the gate location.
Staff has prepared a license agreement to enable the Portola Park Heights Homeowners
Association to utilize this power pole. The Association will be responsible for all permits and
work relating to the installation. In exchange for this license agreement, the,District will receive
a $500 credit toward the District's share of road improvements on Portola Park Heights Road.
This proposal is being recommended mainly to continue District cooperative efforts with the
homeowners in this area. However, there is some benefit to the District as an electric gate will
provide easier access for District employees. Also, the gate is sometimes left open, which
encourages unauthorized vehicular access into the area and it is assumed that an electric gate will
close automatically. A license agreement is being proposed because the affected area is
dedicated public open space land and transfer of any permanent property rights is prohibited by
law except under certain highly controlled circumstances.
Prepared by:
Mary Gundert, Open Space Planner
Contact person:
Same as above
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 0 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle - Los Altos, California 94022-1404 . Phone:415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board o(Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
LICENSE AGREEMENT
This License Agreement is by and between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District,
a public District (hereinafter "District"), and the Portola Park Heights Homeowners
Association (hereinafter "Association").
The parties hereby agree as follows:
1.0 PURPOSE
District grants Association permission to enter the portion of the District's Long Ridge Open
Space Preserve shown on the attached map (hereinafter the "Property") for the sole purpose
of installing and maintaining an underground electrical line to power an electric gate. The
gate will be located on Portola Park Heights Road, at the junction of Portola Park Heights
Road and Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35). In exchange, Association will give District a
one-time credit of $500 toward road repairs on Portola Park Heights Road.
2.0 CONSTRUCTION CONDITIONS
The construction project shall be subject to the following conditions:
a. The construction techniques and materials shall conform to the specifications
and standards of the County of San Mateo and Pacific Gas and Electric
Company.
b. Association will be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits for the
construction project.
C. Association shall supply District with copies of all permits and final sign-off
on permit.
d. Association shall notify District at least 48 hours prior to commencement of
work.
e. Once construction begins, the project will be completed within 15 working
days.
f. The trench shall be a minimum of 2 (two) feet deep. The backfill shall be
compacted such that it does not erode.
g. Association shall guarantee all trenching and compaction work for one year
after completion of construction.
h. Association shall revegetate all disturbed areas with Blando brome seed.
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i. Association shall remedY Y g an dama a or a os o re s ultingfrom the installation
of said electrical line as long as this permit is in effect.
j. Association will leave the site in a condition equal to or better than that
which was originally found.
k. Association shall notify District upon completion of work and prior to removal
of equipment for a final inspection.
3.0 TERM
This license shall commence at the time of execution hereof by District and shall continue
until terminated by either party as hereinafter set forth. This license to enter is cancelable
upon 30 days written notice by either party. Should either party terminate this license,
Association shall be responsible for returning the site to its natural state.
4.0 NOTICE
Any notice or notices required or permitted to be given pursuant to this license may be
personally served on the other party by the party giving such notice, or may be served by
U.S. mail to the following address:
DISTRICT: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos, CA 94022
Attention: Herbert Grench, General Manager
(415) 691-1200
(415) 691-0485 (FAX)
ASSOCIATION: Portola Park Heights Homeowners Association
22400 Skyline Boulevard, Box 16
La Honda, CA 94020
Attention: Charles Touchatt
(415) 322-1256
5.0 DAMAGE AND LIABILITY
Association shall be responsible for any and all personal injury and property damage on the
Property caused by its acts or omissions as a result of the construction work, and shall
indemnify District against any and all claims, liabilities, or losses, including attorneys fees,
on account thereof.
The above license agreement has been read and understood and is hereby agreed to and
accepted.
PORTOLA PARK HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
By Date
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
BY Date
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-93-02
Meeting 93-02
January 13, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
Appointment of Budget Committee
GENERAL MANAGER ' S RECOMMENDATION
The President should appoint the Budget Committee members for the
1993 calendar year with your consent .
Discussion: The current Budget Committee members are Directors
Babbitt, Henshaw, and McKibbin. As done previously, the
appointment of the Budget Committee is placed near the end of the
agenda in order to allow the newly-elected Board President some
time to contemplate the filling of the remaining two Budget
Committee seats; the 1993 Treasurer will have been selected by
the Board earlier in the evening.
On March 27 , 1991 , you adopted the attached duties and
responsibilities for the Budget Committee.
Prepared by:
Jean H. Fiddes
District Clerk
Contact person:
Same as above
3/13/91 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Duties andResponsibilities - Budget Committee
Composition Board Treasurer and two other Board members ; normally
appointed at the end of first meeting in, January.
Appointed annually.
Budget Responsibility
1 . Review, in behalf of Board, proposed budget prepared by
staff for forthcoming fiscal year.
2 . Review any special charges for the Budget Committee
adopted by the Board.
3. Select committee member at initial budget meeting to
serve as chairperson for the committee and a committee
member to write the Budget Committee report.
4. Select meeting times/dates for Budget Committee meetings'
to review proposed budget material .
5 . Review Budget Committee ' s expectations and input
regarding particular budget data, topics of special
interest, format and presentation and/or other items of
particular interest to committee members . Get Board
sanction to have staff prepare special materials or
studies .
6 . Establish a salary review schedule for the General
Manager, Legal Counsel , and Controller.
Recommend to Board what Board appointee salary survey
data and other information is required to review
compensation of General Manager, Controller, and Legal
Counsel . See attachment A for specific Budget Committee
charges in this particular area.
7 . Review proposed budgets, including line item budgets, for
the coming fiscal year for:
Open Space Acquisition Program
Open Space Management Program
Communications Program
General Management and Program Support
Review each program budget in relationship to proposed
Action Plan for forthcoming fiscal year adopted by Board.
Review each program 's budget taking into consideration
the current adopted budget, projected budget expenses ,
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and proposed budget for forthcoming fiscal year. Staff
to designate specific areas of over-under expenditure
impacting proposed budget .
8 . Open Space Acquisition-Enterprise Subprogram
Review three years of data (actual income - actual
expenses; current fiscal year ' s budgeted income -
projected income - budgeted expenses - projected
expenses; and forthcoming fiscal year's proposed income
and proposed budget expenses) .
9 . Open Space Management Program
a . Review project summary expense - budget sheets for
each preserve.
b. Review projected percentage change in property tax
revenue that District ' s Controller computes on
basis of data from county assessors ' offices .
C. Review conformity with Open Space Management Budget
Guidelines and other related budget policies .
d. Review proposed updated five-year major capital
improvement budget .
e. Review proposed up-dated five-year major capital
equipment budget.
f . Review projects on discretionary items list.
10 . Review Controller's report.
11 . Review and audit the incentive award program for
compliance with District policies and approving budget
for the program on behalf of the Board. Meet with
General Manager in Closed Session to discuss specifics
g p clfics of
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12 . Review salary and fringe benefit data for District ' s non-
represented employees .
13 . Prepare Budget Committee report for distribution to the
Board with the proposed budget. Make Budget Committee
presentation to Board of Directors in conjunction with
staff ' s presentation on the proposed budget.
14. After books are closed, review actual versus projected
expenditures.
Adoptea 'by. the Board of Directors
March 27 , 1991
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
DATE: January 8 , 1993
SUBJECT: F. Y. I .
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Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary • 1972-1992
330 Disfel Circle . Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
u' 2 21992
PENINSULA OPEN SPACE TRUST 3000 SAND HILL ROAD,4-135
MENLO PARK,CALIFORNIA 94025
(415)854-7696
December 21, 1992
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
James E.Baer
Allan F.Brown Mr. Herbert A. Grench
Patricia A.Compton General Manager
Vince S.Garrod
Christina A.Holloway Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Melvin B.Lane 330 Distel Circle
Norman E.Matteoni
David W.Mitchell Los Altos, CA 94022
F.Ward Paine
Anne M.Westerfield
Dear Herb.
ADVISORY COUNCIL
Marilyn Albercling This letter confirms POST's request to use Windy Hill Open Space Preserve
Robert Augsburger
Eleanor Boushey Sunday, , 1993 from 1:00-4:00 pm for the Fifth Annual Family Kite Day.
Sheldon Breiner ma-* -X--
Robert V.Brown
William H.Clark The basic arrangements will be the same as in the past. We are working
Sue Crane towards simplifying the event as much as possible. Kite participants will be
Lois Crozier-Hogle
Laurence Dawson encouraged to bring their own lunches and we will not be selling any
Herbert J. Dengler merchandise. Traffic control will be provided by members of R.E.A.C.T. and
J.Philip DiNapoli
Phyllis Draper POST volunteers.
Clarence J.Ferrari,Jr.
David L.Fletcher
Thomas W.Ford As you know this has turned into a very popular event and the peninsula
John Freidenrich community looks forward to it each year. With the help of all involved it
Sukey Grousbeck
Rosemary Hewlett should be a successful event once again.
Patricia L.Hooper
Eleanor Huggins
Suzanne B.King We appreciate the District's enthusiasm and support and look forward to our
Robert C.Kirkwood fifth year flying kites together.
Richard C.Livermore
Robert W.McIntyre
George M.Marcus Please mark this date on the District's 1993 calendar.
Anthony P.Meier
Robert H.Miller
James E.Mitchell Happy Holiday
Gordon E.Moore
Bette Moorman
Alan H.Nichols Sincerely,
Susan P.Orr
Paul O.Reimer
Barbara Doyle Roupe
William F.Scandling
Fritz Snicleman
Geraldine F.Steinberg Gretchen Schmidt
Susan S.Ware Community Outreach
Rosemary Young
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR cc: Audrey Rust
Audrey C. Rust Donna Fletcher
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
December 10, 1992 -
Tom Arkwright
1 Bay Hill Place
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Dear Mr. Arkwright:
At their regular meeting last night, the District's Board of
Directors reviewed your November 10 letter concerning dogs on
District preserves.
We understand your desire to 'be able to have your dog accompany
you on the Harkins trail. We have been studying the effects of
dogs on the, preserves for several years. Dogs are allowed only
on leash in five District preserves. The Board has a Dog
Committee, which recommended the current limited dog use policy
as an interim solution. The goal of the committee is to
establish a permanent dog policy that is sensitive to the needs
of all the preserves and to the public who visit the sites. The
Dog Committee will be meeting again with the goal of developing a
policy for Board adoption over the next several months. We
encourage your participation and will notify you when committee
meetings are scheduled.
Sincerely,
Robert McKibbin, President
Board of Directors
RM:ss
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992
330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 . Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
Open Space
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
December 10, 1992
Marcia E. Keimer
475 Cervantes Road -
Portola Valley, CA 94028
Dear Ms. Keimer:
Thank you for your recent letter about conflicts between hikers
and mountain bikes on Open Space preserves. At our December 9th
Regular Meeting, the District's Board- of Directors reviewed your
comments.
The safety of all preserve visitors is a primary concern to us.
We are completing the process of developing detailed trail use
guidelines that we hope will provide for a safe and enjoyable
trail experience and will accommodate a variety of users. We
will add you to the mailing list for future trails committee
meetings. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 14
at 7:30 p.m. at the District office. We encourage you to attend
and further express your opinions; a copy of the District's trail
use policies ,and the trail use guidelines is enclosed.
The District has published a trail etiquette brochure to
encourage courtesy among all trail users. We are actively
working with user groups to get their input and help in resolving
conflicts. We are encouraged by the progress made thus far. Our
staff is installing more control and informational signs where
needed. Also', our rangers are patrolling problem areas more
frequently. Rangers can issue citations for reckless cycling
when they witness the violation.
We are sorry that you had another unpleasant experience with
bicyclists, this time at Monte Bello Open Space Preserve.
Considerate bicyclists use District, trails, too and we hope you
will meet more of them during your future preserve: visits. I
have enclosed maps for Rancho San Antonio, Thornewood, Windy Hill'
and Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserves showing, trails that are
closed to bicycle traffic. I hope you will have a more enjoyable
open space experience on one of these trails.
Sincerely,
Robert McKibbin, President
Board of Directors
cc: Board of Directors
Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary . 1972-1992 /
330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 . Phone:415-691-1200 • . FAX:415-691-0485
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board o(Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
DATE: January 13 , 1993
SUBJECT: F. Y. I .
JAN 111993
TRAIL CENTER
Trail Information and Trail Volunteers for
Santa Clara, San 4lateo, Santa Cruz, and San Francisco Counties
January 8. 1993
Herb Grench
Midpenin sula Regional Open Space District
330 Distel Circle
Los Altos, CA 94022
Dear Herb:
Just wanted to say "congratulations" on the long-sought purchase of the
Quarry Hills land. Local trail advocates, dating back to the days of the former
Midpeninsula Trails Council (which evolved into the Trail Advocacy
Committee at the Trail Center), have lobbied long and hard in order to one
day see this valuable parcel preserved forever as public open space. The link
between open space lands that the property creates is, indeed, one of the
most important in the region.
Thanks to everyone at MROSD who have had the foresight and fortitude to
follow this project through. You can count on representatives from the Trail
Center participating in plans for trails and trail usage in the area. Now I can
run all the way up to Black Mountain and Monte Bello and back from my
home near Mora Drive entirely on trails, as I did years ago.
Regards, >
0
' Mark Winitz
Chair, Trail Advocacy Committee
4898 El Camino Real, Office 205A, Los Altos, CA 94022 (415) 968-7065
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RESOLUTION 1"34
RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION OF
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
FOR FUNDS FOR THE SIERRA AZUL STAGING AREA PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Town and MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District have
cooperated in the acquisition of land in the St. Joseph and Sierra Azul open space
preserves; and
WHEREAS,access to these lands benefits the residents of the Town as well as others
in the District; and
WHEREAS, it is important to stretch the limited funds available to the District.
RESOLVED, the Town Council of the Town of Los Gatos supports the District's
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program Application for the Sierra Azul
Staging Area Project and requests that the State of California Resources Agency give the
application its fullest consideration.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town
of Los Gatos, California, held on the 4th day of January, 1993, by the following vote:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
AYES: Randy Attaway, Steven Blanton, Linda Lubeck,
Patrick O'Laughlin, Mayor Joanne Benjamin
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None
III
ABSTAIN: None
SIGNED: /s/ Joanne Ben41amin
MAYOR OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
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/s/ Marian V. Cosgrove
CLERK OF THE TOWN OF LOS GATOS
LOS GATOS, CALIFORNIA
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MEMORANDUM
January 8 , 1993
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: Herb Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Employee Assistance Program
At your meeting of October 14, 1992, you approved the addition of
an employee assistance program (EAP) for nonrepresented employees.
Effective this month, the District is implementing an employee
assistance program called CONCERN:EAP, which is operated by El
Camino Hospital in Mountain View.
CONCERN:EAP is a comprehensive service providing confidential,
short-term counseling for a wide variety of personal problems for
employees and family members. Participants receive up to eight
visits at no cost, and have the option of continuing counseling
beyond the eight visits at a reasonable cast. The program also
offers dependent care consultation services, referral services to
community resources for legal and financial matters, and special
training and consultation for supervisors and managers to assist
them in dealing with troubled employees.
Included in the CONCERN:EAP program are three seminars per year on
topics of our choice in areas such as health and nutrition, ,
communication, stress management, work and career, marriage and
+ family, and self development.
Other features of the program include access to on-site crisis
response in the event of a traumatic event in the workplace, and
critical incident debriefing for field staff who may be exposed to
traumatic -incidents.
The cost of this program is based on utilization, and is estimated
to be approximately $2, 500 to $3, 000 per year.
All nonrepresented employees will be attending an orientation on
January 12 to introduce the program.
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o $150 million from enterprise special districts. This amount represents the current estimate
of property tax revenue that is subsidizing enterprise functions which, by definition, should
be self-supporting from charges for services. Transit districts and hospital districts are not
included in the proposal.
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given community support and are willing to pay for the construction of new facilities.
Accordingly, the Administration supports changes in the California Constitution which would
authorize a majority of voters in a local jurisdiction to approve bonds for education and criminal
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TO: HERBERT GRENCH
General Manager
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
FROM: RALPH A.HEIM
RE: STATE BUDGET
4 I did not meet last night with Steve Olsen, Department of Finance, on the
Governor's Budget. We are going to try again today.
Also, I have attached a short summary from the January 6, 1993,joint hearing of the
Senate-Assembly Local Government Committees to receive State Treasurer
Brown's report on the fiscal implications of last year's property tax shift.
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2. Repeal two-thirds (2/3)vote requirement for local general obligation bonds -
! - simple majority.
3. Create a State Infrastructure Bank to pprovide loans and grants to local
agencies. Plan for receipt of as much as $2 billion of federal revenues under
President-elect Clinton's announced revenue-sharing program.
4. Create a task force of local officials to work with the Legislature on how to
implement further property tax shifts. Legislature would set the amount of
r property tax revenue to be shifted, while the task force would recommend
how to implement the cuts.
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other reorganization proceedings. Brown referred to the "5,000 special
districts" and the need to consolidate.
6. State Budget should encourage fiscal efficiencies. Perhaps a local agency
that can document savings through consolidations, etcetera, should have less
property tax revenue shifted than agencies that have realized little savings.
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Trial Court Funding Program 125,000 -45,651
Tax Relief 840,000 --
State Mandated Local Programs _ -88.956 88.956
Totals $3,471,044 -$2,551,695
H. MAJOR BUDGET CHANGES
PI4gggy Tax Shift
The Governor's Budget proposes to eliminate the Post-Proposition 13 bailout of local agencies
and to make other changes in local government financing. These changes shift$2.595 billion in
property tax revenue from counties,cities, special districts and redevelopment agencies to school
districts. The shift has the following major components:
o $2.075 billion from cities, counties and special districts. This shift would be allocated
among local governments by a methodology which would be developed by the State working
jointly with local governments.
o $300 million from redevelopment agencies (RDAs). This amount includes continuation of
the$200 million shift which was enacted as part of the 1992-93 State budget solution. It
also includes savings of$100 million in school apportionments from limiting the amount of
tax increment revenue an RDA could receive annually to the amount necessary to meet
current-year debt service. This would also result in an additional $80 million in property tax
revenue for cities,counties and special districts which was previously allocated to RDAs.
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of property
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For 1993-94, the Governor's Budget proposes to reduce total State funding for the trial courts
from the 1992-93 fiscal year level. Funding totalling$706 million is proposed for Trial Court
Funding Block Grants, Salaries of Superior Court Judges and Contributions to the Judges'
Retirement System. This amount will fund approximately 46 percent of total trial court costs as
estimated by the Judicial Council. This is $218 million less than the amount required to fund the
60 percent of trial court costs contained in the intent language of the Trial Court Funding
Realignment and Efficiency Act of 1991. The General Fund share of Trial Court Block Grants
is$125 million less than in the current year. However,since Trial Court Trust Fund
expenditures and other trial court related expenditures are $79.3 million higher in the budget
year,total funding is down by a net$45.7 million.
Tax Relief
The state provides substantial tax relief to senior citizens, disabled persons, homeowners, and
renters. The 1993-94 Governor's Budget proposes to eliminate the Renters' Tax Relief program
beginning with claims applicable to the 1992 income year and thereafter. This proposal would
result in a General Fund savings of approximately$395 million in the current year and
$445 million in the budget year.
Mate Mandated Local Programs
The Governor's Budget includes $36.6 million for the funding of 21 statutes which have
previously been determined to be reimbursable state mandated local programs. An additional
$113 million has been set aside for the next Commission on State Mandates' claims bill (which
? will carry appropriations to fund two newly identified mandates and to address several funding
issues that are anticipated to occur because of the lateness in enacting the budget for the current
year), making the total General Fund amount budgeted for mandates $149.5 million. This totals
about$89 million more than the State is spending for mandates in the current year. The Budget
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Local Bonded Indebtedness VUting Requirements
Many local governments are finding it difficult to provide needed
educational and criminal
justice facilities because general obligation bonds to construct these facilities require a two-thirds
voter approval. Infrastructure needs are often neglected even though a majority of voters in a
given community support and are willing to pay for the construction of new facilities.
Accordingly, the Administration supports changes in the California Constitution which would
authorize a majority of voters in a local jurisdiction to approve bonds for education and criminal
justice infrastructure purposes.
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Parks & Recreation Commission �_BOARD I Z_
OF SUPERVISORS
EDNA deLARIOS ANNA G. ESHOO
DERREL B. De PASSE MARY GRIFFIN
SHEILA B. HYMAN JAN TOM HUENING
III JOSEPH SCOTT TOM NOLAN
NITA R. SPANGLER WILLIAM J.SCHUMACHER
COUNTY OF SAN M ,&rrEO
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590 HAMILTON STREET,4TH FLOOR • REDWOOD CITY • CALIFORNIA 94M (415)363-4020
January 8, 1993
Dear Friend of County Parks:
Thank you for your interest in participating in the Alternative Funding Group for the San Mateo
County Parks and Recreation Division. To date, thirty-seven parties from government, business,
labor and other interested groups and associations have responded positively. A list of those
interested parties is attached for your review.
Currently, staff is developing a Draft Needs Assessment of projects within existing parks,new
projects and acquisition. The preliminary work by staff is planned to be completed by January
31 st. Since there are some parties that cannot meet during regular work hours, our first
organizational meeting will be held on Thursday, February 4, 1993 at 7:00 PM at the County
Government Center, 590 Hamilton Street, Redwood City, Room 101. According to the response
from those interested in participating,the best time for regular meetings will be on Thursday late
afternoons.
This will be a working Committee which will initially make a thorough assessment of County
Parks acquisition and development needs. Be prepared to share the interests and needs of the
group you represent. In addition to regular meetings, a commitment of time for sub-committee
work will be necessary. Your participation is encouraged and it is hoped that the Committee will
have pleasant, efficient, open-minded sessions.
Please respond to the Parks and Recreation Division office at 363-4020 as to whether you will be
able to attend this first meeting,not able to attend the meeting but still interested in participating or
not able to participate. If you choose to participate your name and affiliation will be forwarded to
the Parks and Recreation Commission for appointment to the Committee.
We look forward to having your input and energy for this project which will ultimately benefit
residents countywide. Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
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Linda Dyson, Chair
Alternative Funding Group
CC: John Maltbie, County Manager
Paul Koenig, Director, Environmental Services Agency
David Christy, Director, Parks and Recreation Division
San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission
SAN MATEO COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION
ALTERNATIVE FUNDING GROUP
AS OF 1-8-93 THE FOLLOM[N,PARMS HAVE RESPONDED A BFIN ,INTERESTED IN
PARTICIPATING IN THE PROJECT:
GOVERNMENT:
City Parks and Recreation Department of Brisbane,Russ Carmick
City Parks and Recreation Department of Daly City,Mike Stallings
City Parks and Recreation Department of Foster City,Jonathan Korfhage
Community Services Department of East Palo Alto,Meda Okelo
San Mateo County Parks&Recreation Commissioners deLarios,DePasse,Hyman,Scott&Spangler
Past San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Bill Royer and John Ward
Past San Mateo County Parks&Recreation Commissioner Joel Schreck
Past Charter for Parks Member Sam Halsted
Pescadero Community Council,Pat Carr
San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee,Donald MacIntosh
San Mateo County Fish&Wildlife Advisory Committee,Jerry Hearn and Bill Vermeere
California State Parks,Half Moon Bay,Carol Nelson
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District,Randy Anderson
Assemblywoman Jackie Speier
LABOR&BUSINESS:
American Federation of State.County&Municipal Employees,AFL-CIO Council 57,Nadia Bledsoe
San Mateo County Central Labor Council AFL-CIO,Art Pulaski
ASSOCIATIONS GROUPS ETC
Audubon Society,Robert Wilkinson
Bay Area Ridge Trail Council,Barbara Rice
California Native Plant Society,Sara Timby
Coastwallc,Jan Warren
Committee for Green Foothills,Lennie Roberts
Coyote Point Musuem,Linda Liebes
Coyote Point Rifle Range&Rifle Range Committee,Steven Nelson
Edgewood Park Golf Course Task Force,Barbara Koontz
Friends of the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve,Virginia Welch
Girl Scouts,Nelli Bessire
Greenbelt Alliance. Vicki Moore
Mycological Society of San Francisco,Bill Freedman
Peninsula Open Space Trust,Audrey Rust
R.O.M.P., Berry Stevens
S.F.Bay Trail/ABAG,Jill Keimach
San Mateo Co.Historical Association,Janet Boyer and Mitch Postel
San Mateo Co. Horsemen's Association,Lisa Dixon
San Pedro Valley Park Volunteers,Ed Decker
Save Edgewood Park Coalition,Carolyn Curtis
The Trail Center, Mark Winitz
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Claims No. 93-01
Meeting 93-02
Date: Jan. 13, 1993
REVISED
MIDPEN'INSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Name Description
# -------------------------- ------------
3559 84.44 Ace Fire Equipment & Service Fire Extinguishers
j 3560 924.75 Acme & Sons Sanitation Santitation Services
3561 2,811.99 Alves Petroleum Fuel
3562 7.71 American Welding Supply Welding Supplies
j 3563 206.37 Randy Anderson Reimbursement--Office Supplies
I 3564 480.00 Andreini Brothers Weeks Driveway Maintenance
3565 77.07 AT&T Telephone Service
3566 159.69 Bancroft-Whitney Resource Documents
3567 16.55 Barron Park Supply Company Plumbing Supplies
3568 27,652.95 George Bianchi Construction Construction Services--Sausal Darn
3569 67.50 Binkley Associates Consulting Services--Skyline Ridge
I
3570 180.00 Blanning & Baker Associates, Inc. Subscription
3571 732.02 Breen, O'Donnell, Miller, Brown Legal Services
and Dannis
3572 919.87 Brian Karxjas Faulk Engineering Services--Benedetti
3573 2,212.63 Bridge Radio Services Radio Equipment
3574 71.28 Carleen Bruins Reimbursement--Resouce Documents
3575 35.00 The Robert Bruss Newsletter Subscription
3576 638.00 * Business Services Network Postage--Teague Hill Mailing
3577 172.52 California Water Service Company Water Service
3578 64.19 Cal-Line Equipment Company Equipment Repairs
3579 445.00 Campbell's Towing Towing Services
3580 277,035.56 Clarendon National Insurance Construction Services--Distel Circle
Company
3581 100.00 Coastside Proflame Propane Fuel
3582 109.33 Sheryl M. Cochran Reimbursement--Steel Gate
3583 133.96 ** Annette Coleman Reimbursement--Staff Activities
3584 2.28 Can Sytstems Telephone Service
3585 66.30 Contemporary Engraving Company, IncEngraved Name Badges
3586 71.08 Crescent Truck Limes Freight Services
3587 6.00 Crest Copies, Inc. Photocopying
3588 117.29 DeLuxe Business Forms & Supplies Tax Forms
3589 48.71 Design Concepts Production Materials
3590 224.90 Economy Business Machines Equipment Repair
3591 58.82 John Escobar Reimbursement--Local Meeting Expense
3592 64.00 Federal Express Express Mail
3593 239.99, Esther Feldman Travel Expenses
3594 2,806.43 David B. Fisher Legal Services
3595 1,051.00 First American Title Guaranty Title Policy
Company
3596 16.25 Foster Bros. Security Systems,Inc. Keys
3597 434.80 Goodco Press, Inc. Printing
3598 336.00 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Out-of-Town Meeting
Expense and Registration Fee
3599 95.48 Mary Gundert Private Vehicle Ewe
3600 95.70 *** Phillip Hearin Reimbursement--Tuition and Books
* Emergency check issued on January 6, 1993.
** Emergency check issued on December 18, 1992.
***Eymergency check issued on December 15, 1992.
Claims No. 93-01
Meeting 93-02
Date: Jan 13, 1993
REVISED
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
# Name -Description__-
------------------------ ---------------------------------------------- ------------
3601 95.09 Home Depot Field Supplies
3602 881.58 Interstate Traffic Control Signs
3603 43.50 Travis Jensen Reimbursement--Tuition
3604 84.25 * Emma Johnson Reimbursement--Office Supplies
3605 335.45 Kaiser Cement Corporation Base Rock
3606 35.00 John Kowaleski Reimbursement--Tuition
3607 504.78 Los Altos Garbage Company Dwmpster Rental
3608 200.00 John K. Landre Water Service
3609 135.00 Los Altos Typewriter Equipment Repair
3610 8,122.65 Merwin A. Mace Contract Services
3611 600.00 Magana's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services
3612 150.85 Brian Malone Reimbursement---Uniform Expense
3613 120.16 Marin Supply Company Santitation Supplies
3614 2,427.27 Micro Accounting Solutions Installation of Printer Networks
3615 350.00 ** Kenneth Miller Reimbursment--Training Expenses
3616 1,033.50 Milstone Geotechnical Consulting Services--Skyline Water
System
3617 187.92 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies
3618 178.50 Ralph Molica Reimbursement--Tuition
3619 835.00 Motorola, Inc. Antenna Hookup and Site Rental
3620 62.75 Mountain View Optometry Prescription Safety Glasses--W.Phillips
3621 37.00 New Almaden Quicksilver Resource Document
County Park Association
3622 55.00 National Recreation & Park Subscription
Association
1 3623 62.98 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Tractor Parts
3624 59.72 Northern Energy Propane Fuel
3625 286.60 Stanley Norton Expenses--August,October and November
3626 152.64 Office Depot Office Supplies
3627 27,354.60 Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe Legal Fees and Expenses--1992 Note Issue
3628 368.22 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
3629 132.08 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Blueline Prints
3630 9,985.00 Plan Construction Company Construction Services--Picchetti Barn
3631 389.45 Town of Portola Valley Hang Gliding Revisions
li 3632 4.14 Rancho Harc%4are Field Supplies
3633 300.11 Reed & Graham, Inc. Asphalt
3634 2422.74 Rich's Tire Service Tires
36359-- Robertson, Alexander, Luther, Legal Services--Los Gatos Redevelopment
2,415.49 Esselstein, Shiells & Wright
3636 2,254.00 Ray's Repair Service Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance
3637 226.01 S & W Equipment Company Equipment Rental and Repairs
3638 60.00 Safety Kleen Solvent Tank Service
3639 48.55 San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society Resource Documents
3640 195.86 San Jose Mercury News Advertisement and Subscription
3641 70.00 San Mateo County Review Fee i
3642 316.26 Scotts Valley Sprinkler & Pipe Field Supplies
3643 146.23 Shell Oil Company Fuel
3644 1099.65 Signs of the Times Signs
* Emergency check issued on December 21, 1992.
**Emergency check issued on December 29, 1992.
Claims No. 93-01
Meeting 93-02
Date: Jan 13, 1993
REVISED
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Name Description
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3645 109.39 Skyline County Water District Water Service
3646 790.50 Jana Sokale Consulting Services--Pulgas Ridge Trail
3647 7,000.00 Standard and Poor's Corporation Rating Services--1992 Note Issue
3648 173.87 Standard Brands Paint and Supplies
3649 113.50 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expense
3650 433.00 Teater & Etc. Fremont Older Map Artwork
3651 164.00 Therva Corporation Heating System Repairs
3652 162.38 Tooland, Inc. Field Equipment
3653 280.00 Edward A Tunheim Forestry Consultant
3654 41.72 Unocal Fuel
3655 80.24 United Parcel Service Mailing Services
3656 40.60 Volunteer Readership Subscription
3657 1,701.95 Whitmore, Johnson & Bolanos Legal Services
3658 153.82 WMI Services-Fremont P-0-L Sanitation Services
3659 18.24 Value Business Systems Office Supplies
3660 252.01 The Wbrkingman's Emporium Uniform Expense
3661 342.15 Petty Cash Office and Field Supplies, Film and
Developing, Local and Out-of-Town
Meeting Expense, Resource Documents,
Postage, Staff Activities and
Private Vehicle Expense
*Emergency check issued on December 9, 1992.