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Home My Public Portal About19930526 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 93-11 Open Space 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 93-11 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS AGENDA 7:30 P.M. 330 Distel Circle Wednesday Los Altos, California May 26, 1993 (7:30) * ROLL CALL ** ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public ADOPTION OF AGENDA *** ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR -- B. Crowder *** WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Consent Item) BOARD BUSINESS (7:45) 1. Presentation by Coalition of Open Space Advocates -- B. Crowder (8:05) 2. Workshop - Continued Discussion on Filling of General Manager's Position -- B. Crowder (9:35) 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. 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:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Han ko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Please fill out the speaker's form so your name and address can be accurately included in the minutes. Alternately, you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates. *** All items on the consent calendar shall be approved without discussion by one motion unless a Board member removes an item from the consent calendar for 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 Budget Committee will meet on Wednesday, May 26 at 6:30 P.M. at the District office. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the 1993-1994 budget, including sale of surplus Teague Hill parcels and the state budget crisis. RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF _ Board President Acknowledge/Res ` A Director Acknowledge/Respond . /Staff Acknowledge/Respond ` JJ �// Draft UT Z Response Attached • HeRlt/J Care DZVZSZoi Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Board Directives) No Response Necessary May 5, 1993 Ms. Betsy Crowder President of Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330-Distel Circle Los Altos, CA. 94022 Dear Ms. Crowder, Please make every effort to preserve the Mariani Ranch as open space. For 20 years my family and our friends have used the ranch, the Foothills Park and the Jasper Ridge Preserve to explore the uniqueness of our foothills . and teach our children the importance of stewardship of these marvelous re- sources which are so close to us. Anticipation of the preservation of the foothills was a prime attraction to bringing our family to this area three generations ago. As well as the issues of increased traffic and noise, the issue of increasing population density in ecologically sensitive areas and the building of even more giant homes creates a sadness for our family that another heritage will not be passed on. Please do what you can to keep the Mariani Ranch contiguous open space. Sincerely yours, Frederick L-1yd, M.D. , F.A.A.P. C c 0_4ssor of Pediatrics Stanford University School of Medicine Board of Directors, Children's Health Council FAL/cjm Palo Alto Medical Clinic 300 Homer Ave. Palo Alto CA 94301 (413)321-4121 Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Frederick A. Lloyd, M.D., F.A.A.P. Palo Alto Medical Clinic 300 Homer Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94301 Dear Dr. Lloyd: The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District considered your t letter relative to the proposed Blue Oak Subdivision development of the Portola Valley Partners property, also known as the former Mariani Ranch. Also, at our meeting of !, January 28, 1993, members of the Committee to Save the Mariani Ranch gave us an excellent presentation on the property and its desirability for preservation"as permanent open space. While this property does not connect with an District holdings, we are certainly sympathetic P p Y y to any local efforts to preserve portions, or all, of this land as permanent open space. Because of the District's focus on regional open space projects and the present lack of funds, we cannot offer any District acquisition money. However, we have directed staff to work with the committee on funding alternatives, which we hope will prove to be fruitful. The District might be willing to participate in the management of the property, or even hold title, should it be acquired as a result of local preservation efforts. Sincerely, Betsy Crowder 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 Genera!Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit I ONSE 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 May 14, 1993 Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary MROSD 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 On may 12 at the Board meeting I tried the personal "amplifier" for hearing that you furnished . It amplified voiced, but it also amplified everything else. As I turned pages of items on the agenda, the paper movements were amplified. Movement of the unit against and across my clothing was amplified. Other noises in the room were amplified. The total of all the noise amplification m made background noise almost intolerable. Further, when staff spoke, they faced the directors, and their voices were almost lost by the amplifier. Some directors were easily heard, others not so. I feel the unit was basically inadequate due to the pick up of the extraneous noises. And ALL personnel have to speak up. Harry H. Haeussler, Jr. 1094 Highland Circle Los Altos, CA 94024 Open Space P p 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Mr. Harry Haeussler 1094 Highland Circle Los Altos, CA 94024 Dear Harry: Thank you for the comments relayed in your May 14 letter about the personal amplifier unit provided for your use at the May 12 Board meeting. District staff is,continuing to explore alternatives to meet the Board room's amplification needs that are adequate, simple to operate, and economical. We appreciate your input and continuing interest in the District. Sincerely, Betsy Crowder, President Board of Directors BC:ej 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:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. * The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of now oaks the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence schools can use the site for environmental education field trips traffic and air pollution will be reduced storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's 'Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, 1, bll� Y-05 Name: Title Organization:_BAI_ &Pa (Ic ------- Date: 3--- Address: __ fr ------- Phone(s): --------------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District heeds to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Opera Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open lard surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '9C's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soilsubsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open ace is rare p anything and since the last portion of an thin is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed Name: David Scho ey ------------------ Title :_ Dire+ctor ------ Organization: Bay Area land Watch_________ Date: __ Jan. 18, 1993 P.C. BOX AO, Brisbane CA 94005 Address: -------------------------- ---____ - ---- - ------- - -- ------------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Menlo Park 94025. 127 Connor Street e o Linda Wagner, O'Connor , I a I Why the Midpenlnsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ ages provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadershipand foresight of the MROSD in conserving g g environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly ossibl an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a ill preserve and manage theproperty. solution that w e P g Signed, Name: Title Organization: C*4F:NA'TidC f44M7`_sO"67Y Date: __•2 -/8-93 Address: J°o: BaX_345�_[.A NaNafj C. 9go2.0_ ------------------- Phone(s): C415) 747-0q-5'1 Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. I Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as en Regional O Space g p p • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open ace is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more P P P Y g valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the l4idpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, YName: �3h-� �o Title fi - C Organizatiof�' �}} _ Date: ___ ! ____ A�dress- Phone(s): --- �5---�-a-(i= �J ----------------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation o urban oPensP reservatif b ace which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 804- acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 0 to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, Lo S a o L 1,Vt Name: `"`'-`-- --��-"-t'e"�" ----------- Title :_ L».,�n.� - A-6k t, Organization: ��v�v�c ► _ _G�c 1�VDa e: ---- "'------ -1.9.q -3 Address: --- -��- ---�'�'----��'-'' ------------------------------ Phone(s): - --- �Vfc9. U� - - ��foZ ----------- �59�__Q__`f_ 4 `� Please return this signed statement by Febtuary 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved In its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- those acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these bene�xLc`Ls '-o the en�,•ironment and the community; we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the reservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would P P g further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism. (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be :-ailed to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) io convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, Name: Title Organization: � j6�3> Date: l o--------- A d d r e s s: Phone(s;: d�J ____________ - ---- --- --------------------- Please return this,signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. I �I Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space g p p • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. I I The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence q g g -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more P important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public P base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership g and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, 4xv-, r lnxcA T J^rc ry f /s Name: / �`<<ti•l r--v----`cl 601" _ Title ----------------- Organization:-------------------------- Date: Address: -2 S-`j 9Ro._Kf — R� )( ----------- -------------------------------- Phone s �� 7 -----------------�-------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism. (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed Name: Title --------------- 0rganization:_Kee� GYkeews Date: /q3 Address: _ _ ------------------------------ Ph o n e(s) -------------------------------- Please return this.s'.gned statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. i i Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that w' 1 presery d mana a the property. Signed, _. Name: — — -- -------------------- Title �C Organization:_ ate: NpC" Address: __ Phone(s): � "Ca_ --------------------------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. I Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is P Y provided for b the MROSD charter. • The St. Pawick's Seminary land is the last sig:ificant re niaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and d public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, Name: �J 1�1__S �ufer� Title : �oc+n _ Coca � �C --------------------- At/v t- Organization: �een �cew ql Date: ��! � --------- -------- ---- 6 --= ---- ql � /��c�t_ Address: --- AveA ve wf Use Q 4tO /fU ----------------------------------- Phone(s): 5 9'66= 13« ------------------------------------ Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space m • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving W and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the p Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a r i new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an r. island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its �y F preservation. j 0 o. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take N advanta S P e of remote open ens ace parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the y p coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. c4 a • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks n -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips u3i -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced �( -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented s7 -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated a 2 Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. 2 2 Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more W valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public o base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would dr d further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. Z oa �v 4 � ; We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that — money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. o 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a _ lV solution that will preserve and manage the property. � 0 Signed,g � t Name: _��1'�1�_ `1�Lz Title :_ _�L��--------- -------------------- Organization:_ —------------- - Date: 2c saa a3 ----- Address: _—�°x 5�`i------IaTA_b:)FoLD__ CEq4 3 22----------------- Phone(s): --- (s 3 23-_ 3 ---------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. i Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent- job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, �J Name: ay .�l _AA ocrc ------------- Title :-- U, " k- Organization: Untt wi�{�1 �a��re �a�KA. Date: 8VQ 3 ------v '14 t ---------------- --1------------ Address: Palo A (+o Fr-ievNds _A-Pe + 4'vtc� g5_1_ Col orc cic / ve . PA g413C3 --------- ---------------- Phone(s): (N 15) gSb- C744) ---------------------------------------------- Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. i Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres pro:-ide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Si ned, N ame: -Y�� e- �� 1 -- Title LeCG �i�C.�t9�' -------------l--/w--- ------------- - - - Organization:_ ,��Ir�[��lslc(!�e_� Q,E'� �[�2 Date: Address: �c _1.(! CY"" Phone(s): ------ ��' s �------------------------------------ Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open en space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human, need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than ;an generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence an use the site for environmental education field s tri -- schools c s p -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open s ace of exceptional and regional significance. nificance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more 1 h more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public valuable, it is all the p pp g y base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will tY.a reserve and manage the property. p g P P �i Signed, n Sc, d Name: /i i'1Vl C �e1_ a---- Title tt Organization: __ e0dZgate: _ c - -�� ---- ,�a Q-L �/ Address: _1 ��j�1lvO6d_C ------` --Y-��- ---- - � Phones : " Please return this signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Linda Wagner 127 O 'Connor Street . Menlo Park, CA 94025 February 3, 1993 Dear Organization Leader, Because of our concern for the preservation of the land at St . Patrick ',9 Seminary in Menlo Park, we have come together as an AL group of individuals to propose a way to fund the public acquisition of this invaluable open space resource. Because the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) was chartered by the voters to preserve open space in the Midpeninsula, we have drafted the enclosed statement, calling upon the MROSD to take a leadership role in convening other agencies and I urisdictions to establish a funding mechanism which will meet the needs of the community and the property owner. We are asking for your organization's endorsement of this statement . We intend to. present a list of supporting organizations to the MROSD Board this spring. We hope you will be able to bringthis statement to the attention Of your organization and gather its support . If so, please return a signed copy of the enclosed statement to the address above by the end of February. (Please call us if you need more time. ) We will follow up with a call if we haven 't heard from you by then. Many thanks for the work of your organization in protecting our environment . The strength of the environmental movement depends op the diversity of organizations working on separate issues and coming together in coalition when the situation requires it . Your support can make a difference in preserving St . Patrick 's for future generations . Sincerely, Jul for the Ad Hoc St . Patrick 's Funding Group: Bob Berka (323-2678) Nancy Samelson (857-9287) Charlie Cutten (327-9983) Sara Timb Marjorie Martus Y (593-3287) Debbie Mytels (836-7580) Linda Wagner (323-1115) �I e r Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. o The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritag e oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 11 to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, I Name: -- Title ------ ;_ Clvt -- — Organization: �,v�. Date: Address: ---- �--S' �5-------- P h o n e(s): 29, _�9 return this signed statement b February 28 1993 to: Y Y Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist in Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. • As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our human need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: -- the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife -- heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement -- these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks -- the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence -- schools can use the site for environmental education field trips -- traffic and air pollution will be reduced -- storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented -- Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the.St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, Name: Title So(�c�i'o-ty Organization:-R--WL-C) -Dj rlc4--- Date: ---- Address: JLtX �-- - ----�Y\�' �d-- - Phone(s): _- �� _ �1 �-1------------------------------ Please return this signe statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. w v� � IIpp PENINSULA SCHOOL, Ltd. - = r Peninsula Way Menlo Park, Calif. 94025 Phone (415) 325-1584 �- April 27, 1993 Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District: For many years Peninsula School has enjoyed a good neighbor relationship with St. Patrick's Seminary. We have considered the open space remain- ing at St. Patrick's an important and treasured asset to the lifestyle of this entire community. As the issues around the development of St. Patrick's land have intensified and expanded, we have written different agencies and individuals to express our two main concerns: the risks involved in increasing traffic throughout the school neighborhood and community and the potential loss to all of us of this rare piece of urban green space. The Board of Directors of Peninsula School would now like to reiterate these concerns as well as to recognize the complex and sometimes painful aspects of this development issue. Therefore, we support the inter- vention of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District into this process. We feelthat you are well able and appropriately chartered to act as a focal point in convening other agencies interested in working toward a resolution - one that might include establishing a funding mechanism that meets the needs of both community and property owner. We urge you to assume this leadership role and appreciate your interest and attention. CCA-&, Reese Cutler President, Board of Directors RC:kacm Whole Access March 19, 1993 The Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, Ca 94022-1404 Re: Open Space/Park Options for St. Patrick's Seminary Land Dear Board of Directors: I have been informed by Linda Wagner of Menlo Park that a group is working to develop creative solutions to preserving some open space/park opportunities for use by the citizens of that area. As you know, Whole Access is an organization that supports recreational and nature opportunities that are accessible to all people and that encourage in all people a respect and support for the environmental ethic. As you also know, the location of this site places it at high risk for overdevelopment. This has been the fate of much urban open space over the past two decades. Unfortunately few nature and recreational opportunities are available to many persons of limited means and transportation options. This includes many of the residents of East Palo Alto, and the eastern portions of Menlo Park and Redwood City. At present the only community type park/open space available to most of these people is Flood County Park on Bay Road. I am aware of the dilemma that preserving urban open space creates for entities such as the district struggling with limited dollars to preserve as much open space as possible. However, I would urge the district to enter into a discussion on the preservation of the St. Patrick's Seminary property with some of the members of this community group. The purpose of this discussion would be to investigate ways in which the district might be of assistance in helping to make, after so many years, at least some preservation of this precious property a reality. I highly recommend Linda Wagner and Debbie Mytels as credible and sensible participants in this process. Sincerely, Ile Phyllis.Canggemi Executive Director cc: Linda Wagner Debbie Mytels 517 Lincoln Avenue • Redwood City, CA • 94061 • 415.363.2647 voice or TDD Open Space R-93-63 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 93-11 May 26, 1993 AGENDA ITEM Presentation by Coalition of Open Space Advocates ACTING GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIO Direct staff to meet with the coalition of groups working on local open space preservation efforts to clarify the coalition's request and report back to the Board at a later date. Discussion: Annaloy Nickum of the Coalition of Open Space Advocates will make a fifteen minute presentation at your May 26 meeting. The presentation's focus is the former Mariam property in Portola Valley, the St. Patrick's Seminary property in Menlo Park, and the activities of the East Palo Alto Agricultural and Historical Society. The attached letter, dated April 28, 1993, from Linda Wagner, chair, "ad hoc group," and Debbie Mytels of the Peninsula Conservation Center, outlines the purpose of Ms. Nickum's presentation. Also attached are other materials submitted by the group. The group is asking specifically that the Board direct District staff to meet with the coalition to further clarify issues and draft a set of possible activities which the District might undertake, and set a time on a future agenda for further discussion of proposals. Also attached for your review are excerpts from the District's Basic Policy and Master Plan regarding urban open space. Prepared by: Jean H. Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager Contact person: L. Craig Britton, Acting General Manager Peninsula Conservation Center Foundation 2448 Watson Court Palo Alto, California 94303 (415) 494-9301 April 28, 1993 Betsy Crowder President, Board of Directors Midpeninsula. Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 Dear Betsy, Thank you for agreeing to Annaloy Nickum's request for time to speak at the May 26 MROSD Board meeting. As she described to you, we are a coalition of groups working on local open space preservation efforts, and we are coming to ask for your advice, support and assistance. One group, the "Ad Hoc Group to Fund St. Patrick's Open Space" has sought and received the support of most of the environmental groups here in the Mid peninsula, including the Committee for Green Foothills and the Peninsula Conservation Center Foundation, asking for your help in facilitating the preservation of open space at St. Patrick's Seminary. Annaloy Nickum's Committee to Save Mariani Ranch has received strong support in their Los Trancos Woods community and is now reaching out to other neighboring areas. Trevor Burrowes, from the East Palo Alto Historical and Agricultural Society, has attained widespread attention and financial support for his innovative ideas about environmentally sound land use planning in East Palo Alto. We are coming to speak with you about recreating a vision for the MROSD, leveraging sparse resources to meet today's environmental needs, and broadening support for open space preservation. Because your agenda is full, we know we can only briefly outline our ideas and answer a few of your questions during our presentation. Therefore, we will be asking you specifically to: 1) direct the District staff to meet with us to further clarify these issues and draft a set of possible activities which the MROSD might undertake; and 2) set a time on your agenda for further discussion of these proposals. We appreciate your willingness to open this discussion with us and look forward to meeting with the Board on May 26. Sincerely, Linda Wagner Debbie Mytels Chair, "Ad Hoc Group" Peninsula Conservation Center Printed on Recycled Paper Why the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Needs to Assist In Preserving the St. Patrick's Seminary as Regional Open Space • Since the early 1970's, the MROSD has done an excellent job of identifying, saving and funding open space. As a result of MROSD's work, significant parts of the Peninsula foothills and baylands have been saved. Now, however, there is need for a new task, preservation of urban open space which is provided for by the MROSD charter. • The St. Patrick's Seminary land is the last significant remaining tract of open land surrounded by a residential area on the Midpeninsula. These 80+ acres provide an island of open space and natural habitat in a sea of concrete and overdevelopment. This land is of such exceptional importance that MROSD should get involved in its preservation. o As our urban areas become more densely crowded, our huinan need for natural areas increases. This piece of land will benefit more people than can generally take advantage of remote open space parcels. To meet the needs of the '90's and the coming century, it will be necessary to have open space which is easily accessible by foot or bicycle, wheelchairs and public transportation. • Preserving the St. Patrick's land will provide many environmental benefits: the land will continue to be a haven for wildlife heritage oaks will be protected from damage by grading and pavement these acres will provide a nursery area for the growth of new oaks the aquifer will continue to be recharged, slowing soil subsidence schools can use the site for environmental education field trips traffic and air pollution will be reduced storm drainage, sewage and water supply problems will be prevented Bay pollution from additional street runoff will be eliminated Because of these benefits to the environment and the community, we, the undersigned organizations, believe that the St. Patrick's Seminary parcel is an urban open space of exceptional and regional significance. Such urban open space is rare, and since the last portion of anything is more valuable, it is all the more important that a tax-supported agency with a broad public base be involved in the preservation process. Saving the St. Patrick's acres would further demonstrate the leadership and foresight of the MROSD in conserving environmental values. We therefore call upon the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 1) to undertake responsibility as the "lead agency" to set up a funding mechanism (possibly an assessment district and/or a private donation fund) so that money can be raised to purchase the St. Patrick's land. 2) to convene other public jurisdictions and private agencies to create a solution that will preserve and manage the property. Signed, Name: ---------------------------------- Title Organization:---------------------------- Date: II Address: Phone(s): --------------------------------------------------- Please return this.signed statement by February 28, 1993 to: Linda Wagner, 127 O'Connor Street, Menlo Park 94025. GROUPS RESPONDING TO THE PETITION TO MROSD FROM THE AD HOC COMMITTEE TO PRESERVE ST. PATRICK'S SEMINARY 5/17/93 Bay Area Action Bay Area Land Watch California Native Plant Society (SCVC) Coastal Advocates Committee for Green Foothills East Palo Alto Historical and Agricultural Society Friends of CalTrain Greens Party (Palo Alto-Mountain View, San Mateo County) Magic Menlo Oaks District Association Palo Alto Friends, Unity with Nature Committee Peninsula Conservation Center People Who Love Open Space Sierra Club, Burning Issues Committee SPACE personal letters Peninsula School Whole Access under consideration Sequoia Audubon Society BASIC POLICY OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Adopted March 27, 1974 Revised May 1, 1980 Excerpt: The District will purchase or otherwise acquire interest in the maximum feasible amount of strategic open space land within the District, including baylands and foothills. Policies District Purpose a. The District will function as an open space agency. Its primary purpose will be to preserve open space; traditional development of park and recreation areas will remain within the province of the cities and the counties. Strategic Emphasis b. The District will use its available resources primarily to acquire open space outside the Urban Service Area boundaries of the cities. This policy would allow some acquisition of key open space within the Urban Service Area. The District's priority will be to use its limited resources to acquire interest in parcels having high open space value which might be developed if the District fails to act. The primary thrust of District policy will be to acquire lands within its own boundaries. The District will consider acquisitions outside the District only if exceptional purchase opportunities arise that clearly would accrue to the benefit of the District. MASTER PLAN OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Adopted January 1977 Revised April 1992 Excerpt: URBAN OPEN SPACE OF REGIONAL SIGNIFICANCE The District believes that the preservation of urban open space is basically the responsibility of local jurisdictions. The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District was established to acquire open space lands in the foothills, mountains and baylands outside the urbanized area. There may arise, however, exceptional circumstances under which the MROSD may consider Possible acquisition of "urban open sPa e of regional significance," that is, undeveloped or essentially undeveloped land within the urbanized area having unique or unusual characteristics of sufficient natural value and importance to transcend its relevance to the immediate locality. An urban open space might be considered regionally significant for a number of reasons. It might serve as a key trail link between major open space areas; have exceptional scenic or recreational value to the entire region;provide a habitat for unique or endangered flora or fauna; or it might contain features of special geologic, archaeology or historic interest. Acquisition Policy: 1. The District's primary purpose will be the acquisition of non-urban open space lands, although it will consider acquiring urban open space land or rights in such land if they are of regional significance. i i Open Space � R-93-64 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 93-11 May 26, 1993 AGENDA ITEM Workshop - Continued Discussion on Filling of General Manager's ositign ACTING GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION 1. Continue the workshop discussion of characteristics desirable in a new general manager by reviewing the refined list of characteristics generated at the April 14 and April 28 workshops and proposed general manager job specification. 2. Determine any additional assignments for staff in this process between now and the time that the financial impact of the state budget process is known and the Board can decide how to proceed with the filling of the position. DISCUSSION As directed at the April 28 meeting, staff has incorporated comments received from members of the Board on the list of characteristics for the new general manager and on the proposed job specification. The five Board members present at the April 28 meeting sorted the initial characteristics into the categories of: MUST Something that, if the candidate did not meet this criteria or have this characteristic in significant degree, the candidate simply wasn't to be considered. WANT Things that are very important but wouldn't necessarily disqualify a person if didn't have. NICE Great if they also had this. SET ASIDE Not sure what characteristic is/means -- put aside for now. As part of the incorporation of the input from the Board, staff also consolidated six sections of the list into three sections. Former categories D (Interaction with the Public) and E (Interaction with Constituencies of District and Other Agencies) were combined into D (Interaction with the Public, District Constituencies, and Other Agencies.) Former categories F (Personal Values and Beliefs) and H (Personal Style) were combined into E (Personal Values, Beliefs, and Style). Former categories G (General/Interpersonal Skills) and I (Specific Experience) were combined into F (Specific Experience and Skills). s R-93-64 Page 2 The first attached listing of the sorted characteristics includes shading to denote new wording and strike outs to indicate wording to be deleted. Informational comments are shown in italics. To facilitate your review, a "clean" copy of the characteristics as amended is also attached. Shading and strike outs are also shown on the job specification to indicate changes. We hope you will enjoy reading our report -- the color version was much prettier. Prepared by: Jean H. Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager Deirdre Dolan, Administrative Analyst Contact person: Jean H. Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager A. MANAGEMENT APPROACH 1. MUST a) Progressive it € management style - willing to be in forefront b) � aw c) Team management orientation; Demonstrated sueeessful management e*per-i Moved to PERSONNEL section below ................................. d) Able to delegate efficiently and manage well. Open to staff input, afi strong leadership d accountability with staff e) Committed to value of District's employees f) Proactive on identifying problems and actively develops solutions to problems 2. WANT a) Non advefsafial supefv. and subef;difiates Open te input ffeffl a4l staff ideas flow (Included in I.b above) b) Non-bureaucrat (not ne# gno status quo) willing to make changes, sees big picture c) MBWA management by wa4king afeund (Included as element of organizational improvement program) d) Open {leer pekes (Included as element of organizational improvement program) e) Willing to take the initiative with the Board (commenting, recommending) on policy f) rlt tr Comm- U t p � +a d d st (One Director wanted this moved to MUST) 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE (Delete; incorporated in ].a above) B. PERSONNEL 1. MUST a) monstrat succssfu rnanagemen eper�e lr a earn approachett;ng ... ..... 2. WANT a) Experienced with labor relations, particularly negotiations b) ? nxttt .;to ::::zivadz ;::.;:: >4 tftfi :f ;: `:: x:st : :.: sni;k .; .. :.;:.:.:....P�..: . ...... c) Develop and nurture lasttyf 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE a) Solid feel how te manage pefsennel relationships open fneetings at whieh all e speak (eevened) (Delete; open communication included above) Page 2 C. DISTRICT GOALS 1. MUST a) ; ::'iiiii:i:'? :i::i::i:::::':: ::?::i:: :i:1: :1::::%:i:: ::i: :::::::::i::::}::::::i::isv::::Y:1::<:::i::::::i: :-i::ii::i::::::::ii::':::::: ::::i``::::::�::::::i':i :: ::H ':::......::.............:......::......:....:...:..:......_:..................................................................................._........................................ ................................. ................................ b) Ciatento.: : t�artg� p 1.c ..:pt ".NEW :::.::.:::.:::.::.: ':::::::::{::�}::�:{4::::}:�::::::i::i::yY:.:.i:y:p.i.�:.::.�::.i:.i:.::::.::.iw•i".X.i:.::.::i:::.i�::::::;i.::•��:.�:.:::..:.::.:::::.::::.:is"'.::i':.::.::.::.:'.:.: ::::.::.:::.::.::.:::.:::...... .............: �✓•;;}•' :4}iS :::6RF. .•{:t7 �•d}, ':::��:{ut:K.i;4'�1fF7'::ih#A�::: :::: it:1Y.:::'Y7Ckx•�, ',:�',,,, ':::: :...... ;'j ::::::::::::: ::::::::::::::::.::. :..I:.::i:::.::::::.:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::.:;..::::::::.::::::�.:. �.:::::::::.: ................. ::.:::}:::::. :::j:::. .... .......:...::. .;..::..: .:..:.: ...........-... ... .. ........ ...................................................... ;..;...: : ::::::':��:::::::::::::ii?:':;:;i:i;:;::: •;'•,..:i;:is::`::'.::::::i::i::i::i::i':::: ._,:_::::::.:,�... NEW ;«; +43 # 1 # #<;; Z .:.: ;-:::.. 1 ;8itf€t 3t NEWMUM :::: t DS1EIGI# 1JagfdX+# S ...... . ::::::. :: ....._:.:::..:....:........................ 2. WANT Move to MUST category b) _ upp rz a s g 'M, tag �m t p g a e) Commitment to making the public land mea available to the general public az a +c7yXja i€ste NEW c) ..................................................................................... :: " bll (moved from INTERACTION WITH PUBLIC "WANT" category) 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE D. INTERACTION WITH THE PUBLICS..:.DISTRICT.;C#3N "IU 4 CT O'I . . .. . .. ..:...........:... A MOTES ............. ................................ ................................. 1. MUST a) People person; irut local officials, neighbors, public, etc. Relates :..::............:...:..:..:....:.::.........:. . well to community and builds support for the District b) Willing to be publicly visible, outgoing c Serves in n outreach l�si i n., � Listen to � :» > iidi i>iiiiii Last d) `. ns t.; tQ.: arl :......::::::::::::::::...Y..:.................. g................................................................... .. ........................ ... ...................... ................................................................................................................................................................................................. e) Wants to educated public regarding mission of District .......... .... ........ The following "MUST" characteristics had been in INTERACTION WITH CONSTITUENCIES OF DISTRICT AND OTHER AGENCIES section a) Demonstrated capability in advocacy/working with business, environmental, elected ......................................................................... tfia ird-: 7a1< rirritV s Page 3 b) Strong at working with other agencies; regional not parochial f6d. 9 e) Persuasive skills at all governmental levels 2. WANT a) Broad sense of who users are - constituency b) Recognizes diversity in t District ttsi*g facilities - fi to,atefe to feaeh them ........... e) 14ndefstanding of publie pefeeptieft of the distiftetion betweeft publi aeeess vs. W!2-±ft publie aeeess Moved to DISTRICT GOALS category The following WANT characteristics had been in INTERACTION WITH CONSTITUENCIES OF DISTRICT AND OTHER AGENCIES a) .0 Politically astute, can understand and interpret and predict and read public, elected officials; an intuitive pollster b) d Politically connected Wft existing contacts at a national, state and local level 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE E. INTERACTION WITH GONSTITUENGESS OF DISTRIGT- AND OTHER AGENCIES (Combined with INTERACTION VWTH THE PUBLIC) i. MUST 3. NqGE 4. SET ASID F— PERSONAL VALUES, AND BELIEFS, N...D.:.S T. 1 MUST a) Fair, ethical, high level of integrity b) Strong environmental values and beliefs c GENERAL/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS section) sc$� 60 d: t Moved from GENERALIINT( 2. WANT a) Recognizes diversity of values in staff (e.g., land management and acquisition) .... ...... b) Knows �e Y�ue of m! edueatieft N"Wirto I roll ............I........ .......... .......... ..... .............................. ................................. e) Not pfesently of feeently investigated by anothef publie ageney (Delete. Intrinsic in F-1-a above) ............... d) i's able to put aside personal biases . The following "WANT" characteristics had been in PERSONAL STYLE section a) Energetic and enthusiastic b) tome A risk taker - tries innovative things Page 4 e) Humbleness and befiesty, b Milli.""> share successes take ....... ......... responsibility for failure d) Agrees with gFound fules. Lives gr-ound fal al example (elafify ffem ...:: ......:rwi�r:>r r:::::::...s;;;:;@@;:��>:;;g.�:a{>;�:>;;::.y: ::o>:•:::::::<.»r,;::::'::'>v:;::•sa:�»yt+.�:y>�{>••:>:o>:«c,>e,r;':{»sA:.>�:y>:»....�......:,:e:�s::r;>r.}:y>:y;:{a»:.,:p::.{..:+:�. q:::: Al;:ti :.::1+%X A:ki +:: .. .':I:A�'7!"::R tiiGT'e17 :::...... �k isW.....i4:/::::i:Ab"'t"k:1�3#: 'V.4J. k3': iiiiv:::i::isii,isisiiiv...%::::::•::::f:fi::i::i::i::iii:Cii::::i:i:::i::::i:1}i:f:< i::.::::::::! �ii_:::.:ii :::i: :...::::i::ii:::: :::i:.... :::9::::::::.:::::::::::::: .:.::_:: :.:::::._:::::::::.:_. 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE (Combined with SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE) i. IkVUSm 2. MI r 3. ?OGE H. PERSONAL FoTV16E (Combined with PERSONAL VALUES AND BELIEFS) 1 w, UST 3: NgGE 4 SET ASIDE 1 SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE ; 1t (Note: The SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE and GENERAL/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS sections have been combined) 1. MUST a. Skills/experience in 1) revenue generation 2) legislative process AEW .. NEW a : NEW lt# la rt?ctxg (The following were "MUSTS" in the GENERAL/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS section) a) Pfeven leadefship skills (incorporated in 3 above) (incorporated) e) Budget management sldlls-(eyefvier and det6l) (incorporated in 4 above) (incorporated in 4 above) e) Good people g1dils (incorporated in 3 above, as well as other sections) ) Able to build effective working relationships with Board of Directors; M':::A# ca� rriiia .. hfi Page 5 2. WANT a) Understanding of what District has accomplished, knowledge of local area b) Experience or awareness in park or open space issues at national, state and local levels C) Dedicated environmentalist with track record. S"ng enyifefiffiente4 baekgfeufl (redundant) d) Ffe pc ie�re a ve4ues afld kflews about eflyifeflfliefltO eduea (Included under PERSONAL VALUES, BELIEFS AND STYLE as "promotes a program of environmental education") e) d) Proven environmental experience and education (The following "WANT" characteristics had been in GENERAL/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS section) ........... ......... ........... ..... ..................... .... ........... ..... ood oral as well as written communication skills d) Sense of humor 3. NICE a) Writes or prints legibly a) Geyefnmefltipublie eeflimunity seMee dep"ffnew (in eity) Pafk afld .................... ... ....... "n'.'.& "'d . . ......... 16 ::::,d,,6... ......ft'n'opefl sp v .................... 04;:vx, e .... ......... ADD- is epen i ating Distfiet affairs with BeaM; is not seer-efiy-e (Incorporated in I.b above) 4. SET ASIDE a) Aflgel of Saim (delete) b) Strong GefiefO Mmage (delete; covered in other characteristics) s Page 6 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT GENERAL MANAGER REPORTS TO: An elected seven member Board of Directors representing the citizens within the wards of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (MROSD) in Santa Clara, San Mateo, and Santa Cruz Counties. BASIC FUNCTION: As the chief administrative officer, provides direction and general management to the overall activities and services of MROSD in accordance with Section 5500 et seq. of the Public Resources Code, Article 3, Division 5, Chapter 3 (Regional Park, Park and Open-Space, and Open-Space Districts). PRINCIPAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 1. Overall Administration of the District's Operations Provides vision and leadership to achieve optimum organizational effectiveness. Hires, directs, develops and evaluates management staff and support personnel. Provides leadership for and participates in management team. manages budget to ensure effective allocation of resources to achieve per} objectives. Ensures effective management of District's programs, including acquisition, planning, operations, public affairs, and administration. Ensures District open space preserves and their public uses and resources are managed effectively, .......................................... ...................................................................................... }.:.P:::::: :a::::::::::::::::::::::.:::::::::::P :::::::::::: ::::::::::::. .............................................................................................. 2. Community and Legislative Outreach Ensures avenues for public involvement in District activities, including individuals, public interest groups, legislators, local government officials and businesses etc. Plans and carries out the District's legislative program. Ensures active outreach to all District constituents. € tavitlilrii €iririt' azdr ............................................................................................1 ::.:::;;;;» :.:rryy /f:+I„yyy':�::pi:►�1:::]1.yy�� si::::yis::: .....1:....:::q::.....:::1:.:>::)iyigi:::ti:::: .....: (y'�:7�.:�i.:}::�1::::i::i: µL; yl; E4 !,T,.:::�5�!;FL::...: �!!!�h`::17.::�!F�?'xl!:::: �:7:'1�4`:?::� w!'�l!:4YA!::i��:!: P..................pF........:.P.................:..............:...:............:...::..:...... 3. Short and Long Term Planning and Review Meets with Board of Directors to discuss problems, projects and programs being considered or proposed by Board and/or staff. Page 7 Coordinates multi-year strategic planning for all departments to determine the needs of the District, and establish priorities for programs on-going and proposed. Develops and recommends strategic plans and policies to enable the District to survive and build for the future. 'h€ > 3vy includes action plans, open space .:...:...:.......:::::..:::;:... acquisition and management plans and priorities, operations and administrative policies, financing and revenue generating plans and policies, etc. 4. Board Liaison Establishes and maintains effective working relationship with Board of Directors. Provides, as directed or as is appropriate, information and recommendations to the Board to assist it in formulating policy. Recommends policy directives to the Board; implements policy directives from the Board. Provides for on-going effective Board-staff communication. t::+ . tr18t4n. :::tn.. :... #:.:: nr::��'yypprr : Serves at the Board's pleasure and to the Board's performance specifications. tsst t deig pxnc .. f4ex n�rgx fvx A. MANAGEMENT APPROACH 1. MUST a) Progressive and innovative management style - willing to be in forefront b) Promote and nurture organizational health and implement organizational improvement programs, exemplified by progressive management techniques, open communication and open door policies c) Team management orientation d) Able to delegate efficiently and manage well. Open to staff input, demonstrates strong leadership and accountability with staff e) Committed to value of District's employees f) Proactive on identifying problems and actively develops solutions to problems 2. WANT a) Non-bureaucrat (no status quo) willing to make changes, sees big picture b) Willing to take the initiative with the Board (commenting, recommending) on policy c) Willing to expand communication between Board and staff 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE B. PERSONNEL 1. MUST a) Demonstrated successful management experience in a team approach setting 2. WANT a) Experienced with labor relations, particularly negotiations b) Committed to providing equal opportunities for all District personnel c) Develop and nurture District staff 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE C. DISTRICT GOALS 1. MUST a) Commitment to acquisition of open space, its management, and protection of its resources b) Commitment to a long-range plan to complete the greenbelt c) Commitment to providing public access while at the same time, preserving environmental values d) Commitment to public safety - public and staff e) Commitment to informing the public of District actions and activities 2. WANT a) Supports a strong resource management program 6 Page 2 b) Commitment to making the public land available to the general public in an environmentally consistent manner c) Understanding of public perception of the distinction between encouraging public access vs. allowing public access 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE D. INTERACTION WITH THE PUBLIC, DISTRICT CONSTITUENCIES, AND OTHER AGENCIES 1. MUST a) People person; enjoys working with local officials, neighbors, public, etc. Relates well to community and builds support for the District b) Willing to be publicly visible, outgoing c) Serves in an outreach position, listening to the public and developing trust d) Keeps Board current; offers insight to solutions for resolving issues before they escalate e) Wants to educate/inform the public regarding mission of District f) Demonstrated capability in advocacy/working with business, environmental, elected officials and political communities g) Strong at working with other agencies; regional not parochial focus h) Persuasive skills at all governmental levels 2. WANT a) Broad sense of who users are - constituency b) Recognizes diversity in usage of District facilities - supports outreach program c) Politically astute, can understand and interpret and predict and read public, elected officials; an intuitive pollster d) Politically connected with existing contacts at a national, state and local level 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE E. PERSONAL VALUES, BELIEFS, AND STYLE 1. MUST a) Fair, ethical, high level of integrity b) Strong environmental values and beliefs c) Exercises good judgment 2. WANT a) Recognizes diversity of values in staff (e.g., land management and acquisition) b) Promotes a program of environmental education c) Is able to put aside personal biases -- open minded d) Energetic and enthusiastic e) A risk taker - try innovative things Page 3 f) Humble and honest; willing to share successes and take responsibility for failure g) Personally exemplifies "ground rules" such as no defensiveness, openness/listening, no reprisals, going forward, staying focused 3. NICE 4. SET ASIDE F. SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS 1. MUST a) Skills/experience in 1) revenue generation 2) legislative process 3) leadership and team management 4) budget management (overview and detail) 5) long range planning b) Able to build effective working relationships with Board of Directors; open in communicating District affairs with Board 2. WANT a) Understanding of what District has accomplished, knowledge of local area b) Experience or awareness in park or open space issues at national, state and local levels c) Dedicated environmentalist with track record. d) Proven environmental experience and education e) Strategic planning and basic legal contract experience f) Good oral as well as written communication skills g) Sense of humor 3. NICE a) Writes or prints legibly b) Public agency/community service department experience. Park and open space experience 4. SET ASIDE Open Space s MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors . FROM: L. Craig Britton, Acting General Manager DATE: May 26, 1993 SUBJECT: FYI 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:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Han ko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT M-93-02 MEMORANDUM May 25, 1993 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Jean Fiddes, Administrative Services Manager Deirdre Dolan, Administrative Analyst SUBJECT: Nondiscrimination Regulations At your March 24, 1993 meeting, you approved the nondiscrimination regulations with the understanding that staff would consult with legal counsel about including specific procedures for handling a complaint against the general manager or a Board member. Janice Johnson of Whitmore, Johnson, and Bolanos, who was the primary advisor to the District on this matter, has confirmed that the policy does in fact cover the Board of Directors and that a separate policy for the Board of Directors is not necessary. The basic nondiscrimination regulations cover all Board and general manager appointees, including the general manager, controller, District counsel, and all employees. However, Ms. Johnson advises against including language in the complaint procedure portion of the policy that would specify how a complaint against the general manager or a Board member would be handled. Since complaints can arise in many different ways, to include such language could limit the District's flexibility in determining how best to handle the investigation. If a complaint were to be filed against the general manager, Ms. Johnson recommends that the District enlist an outside investigator to conduct the investigation. If the charges were found to be true, the Board of Directors would be responsible for determining the corrective action to be taken since the general manager is a Board appointee. If a complaint were filed against a Board member, the complaint could be investigated either internally or more likely through an external investigator. If the charges were found to be true, the Board would have to determine what action would be taken. Since a Board member cannot be subject to disciplinary procedures, possible remedies the Board might consider include public censure of the offending Board member, or a move for a recall election. I Open Space AIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT ('Phis letter was addressed and hand-delivered to the legislators noted below) May 18, 1993 Dear : The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, now in its 20th year, is a multi-county special district which has acquired over 35,000 acres of open space in 23 preserves, with free public access 365 days a year. The state is seriously considering a property tax shift from local agencies which would have an overwhelmingly severe negative impact the District. Current proposals include removal of part, all or more than the "bailout"funds provided to local agencies via AB 8. Property taxes are the only significant, ongoing source of revenue for this district, and it is important to reiterate to you the devastating effect that such a decrease in revenues would induce. Loss of only the "bailout" funds would cause the District to freeze all new acquisitions of open space, to implement staff reductions, and to look at significantly reduced maintenance and/or closure of open space preserves, which would reduce public access and seriously compromise fire and emergency response in the midpeninsula/Santa Cruz Mountains area. Further, we would lose our ability to borrow money or issue bonds, which has historically been the source for much of our acquisition funding. Unfortunately, the District has no viable means of replacing this loss of revenue. Out of the District's income of 10 million fiscal year 1993-94 about$5.9 million is already pledged to debt projected property tax $ ( y ), Y P g service for previous land acquisitions,as authorized by State law. Our current "bare-bones" budget for operations is $4.5 million, which leaves us no room for additional budget reductions. Loss of the "bailout" funds will compromise the District's ability to carry out the voters' mandate. This special district has a very low property tax rate at 1.7 cents/$100 of assessed value. We are P rY P P Y mandated by the voters to provide the unique function of acquiring and preserving open space, and the facilities we provide are of local, regional and statewide significance. I urge you to reject any budget proposal that does not exempt the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District from the loss of AB 8 funds, or,provide for complete replacement of any loss of revenue. Sincerely, Assemblyman Byron Sher Betsy Crowder Assemblyman John Vasconcellos President, Board of Directors Assemblyman Dominic Cortese Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Assemblywoman Jackie Speier Senator Becky Morgan BC/mcs Senator Alfred Alquist Senator Dan McCorquodale cc: Board of Directors Senator Henry Mello 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:I4erbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert M(Kibbin,Teena Renshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space 1 - MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 24, 1993 Mr. George Mader Town Planner Town of Portola Valley 765 Portola Road Portola Valley, CA 94028 Re: Draft EIR, Blue Oaks Subdivision Dear Mr. Mader: We have reviewed the draft EIR, which is a detailed and extensive analysis of a complex proposal. We have done our best to be thorough in our review and specific in our comments. Our initial concerns focus on visual and biological impact: We are concerned about the visual impact that this project would cause on surrounding open space and park lands as well as neighborhoods. The impact from park and open space lands has not been adequately addressed compared to visibility from adjacent streets and neighborhoods. The biological section of the EIR (pg. 155) doesn't adequately address the role of the property as a wildlife movement corridor. This site is the last opening in a band of development that separates Foothills Park and the Stanford lands in Palo Alto from the park and preserve lands in the Skyline area, and may have important functions for wildlife movement as well as direct value as habitat. The discussion regarding cumulative biotic impacts on pages 166 and 167 is oversimplified. The habitats in question are not as abundant or well-protected as is stated, Le: "Furthermore to the north and south of the project site, an additional 50 to 60 square miles of open space has been preserved by various jurisdictions". These areas are discontinuous, and many are already disturbed or interrupted by development. The relationship to other habitat areas needs to be considered more specifically. Biotic impact mitigations don't address the full range of impacts of increased human and domestic animal presence due to development and the formalization of public open space and trails. Mitigation 4.4-7 on page 160 for aquatic habitat should be expanded to provide a management plan for protection of all the resources and management of use, similar to the management plan for Portola Valley Ranch. We are concerned about the relationship between the requirements for vegetation management for fire protection (4.11-7) and vis ual and wil dlife habitat impacts. The relationship between P F the two should be better resolved, and development configured to minimize impact wherever possible. 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 e General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Mr. George Mader page 2 We have broad concerns about the proposed amendment of the General Plan, particularly the idea of dispersing development over a larger area and allowing larger building mass than the current standard. We support denser clustering to minimize impact as illustrated in the "General Plan Cluster Alternative" in Exhibit 5.1-6. We recognize that the EIR is not intended to be a forum for direct planning of the project, however more specific discussion of the relative level of impact of the development alternatives, and possible site plan amendments'to mitigate these impacts, is warranted. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this environmental document. Please contact me or the District's Planning Manager, Randy Anderson, if you have any questions. Si crelyj t L. Craig Britton Acting General Manager cc: Board of Directors Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: L. Craig Britton, Acting General Manager DATE: May 21, 1993 SUBJECT: FYI DIANNE FEINSTEIN CALIFORNIA MAY 15 1&% united nited Matta matt WASHINGTON, DC 20510-0504 May 3, 1993 Ms. Betsy Crowder President/Board of Director Open Space 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022 Dear Ms. Crowder: Thank you so much for contacting me in support of a Fiscal Year 1994 appropriation for federal acquisition of the Phleger property. As you know, support for acquisition of Phleger has been very strong. Please be assured that this property will be a priority for me during the FY 1994 appropriations cycle. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I will work hard to secure funds this year to acquire this unique treasure. Please know that I will work hard to represent the best interests of California in the Senate. I appreciate your taking the time to contact me and hope that, over time, you will find me to be a caring and effective United States Senator. Sincerely, Dianne Feinstein 3-anne Feinstein S United States Senator DF:dms 3 .1 CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORANDUM DATE: May 13, 1993 TO: City Council FROM: Kevin C. Duggan, City Manager SUBJECT: NARRATIVE BUDGET REPORT Council has set Tuesday, May 18, 1993, as a Study Session to discuss the attached Narrative Budget Report. I Fiscal Year 1993 94 plan to use this session as an g p opportunity to: (1) present advanced information on the City's financial status; (2) identify significant budget issues; and (3) resent recommendations. We will follow a similar format to last year, however, the budget message regarding the City's General Fund Operating Budget will be much different. Unlike last year, our local financial situation has begun to stabilize due to the difficult, however responsible, decisions made by Council over the past three years. If it were not for the likely actions of the State to balance their fiscal crisis on the backs of local government, we would have a balanced budget without any significant reductions in services or staffing. In order to provide some leeway for State budget impacts, the budget recommenda- tions provide a positive $1.8 million balance between projected revenues and g expenditures. Although this does not fully offset the $2 to $4 million proposed transfer being actively considered by the State at this time, it does allow us to make a "reasonable cushion" without severely impacting service/staffing whose need for reductions are not fully known until State action occurs. In preparing these recommendations, I focused on three primary goals: (1) maintain essential services; (2) maximize administrative efficiencies; and (3) minimize direct impact to the public. The attached outline summarizes these recommendations by department and distinguishes between those impacting internal service and/or efficiencies and those impacting services to the public. The recommended reductions include the elimination of 9 General Fund positions (8.5 permanent and .5 hourly equivalents) and 4.5 Water/Wastewater Fund positions (3 permanent and 1.5 hourly equivalents); however, it appears that we can accomplish this without any lay offs due to current vacancies, retirements and the _ recently implemented reorganization. I am once again recommending the use of "one-time moneys" to support any short-term transition costs associated with my budget recommendations. City Council May 13, 1993 Page 2 In the past three years we have eliminated 35.5 General Fund positions, most of which impacted internal services and/or promoted organizational efficiencies. My recommendations continue to reflect that same theme, however, there is not sufficient "administrative reductions" left to fully offset potential State impacts. Thus, depending on the severity of State actions, Council may be facing choices between additional reductions in services to the community and potential revenue increases that equate to higher fees and/or taxes. Unlike many other California cities, we have a balanced budget this year and did not defer the tough decisions by using "quick fix" strategies that only postponed the inevitable. As you read through this document, keep in mind that the City of Mountain View, although not immune to external economic and legislative forces, is fiscally sound and strongly positioned to recover and prosper in future years. The recently adopted Economic Resources Strategy will only help to strengthen our ability to attract and retain business and industry as well as enhance our future economic base. I have used my best judgment to provide some cushion for State budget impacts, without knowing what those impacts will be, while maintaining focus on Council goals and priorities. I look forward to discussing the Narrative Budget Report with you on May 18 and receiving your preliminary input regarding the recommended Fiscal year 1993-94 budget. Respectfully submitted, Kevin C. Duggan City Manager KCD/CM/BUD/93-94 614-5-13-93M Attachment City Council May 14, 1993 Page 31 operating costs allowing the use of these funds for other General Fund operating purposes. • Transfer of the Annual Street Tree Maintenance Project to the Capital Improvement Program: Currently, the City undertakes street tree maintenance (trimming) by both the use of City staff and outside contractors. Since the outside contract portion of this service is discretionary and can vary widely in cost from year to year, it is recommended that the costs be allocated in the annual Capital Improvement Program as is done with sidewalk repair and street maintenance. This action will reduce General Fund operating expenditures by $72,000 while increasing the competition for capital improvement funds. • Animal Control Services: The City currently relies on Santa Clara County to provide some animal control services. Other services are provided by City staff as a result of terminating our contract with the Santa Clara Valley Humane Society last year for budgetary reasons. The County has recently notified the City that no animal control services, even "mandatory" services, will be provided by the County to cities after July 1. While this action raises legal questions regarding the County's obligations, we must face the possibility of having to fund additional animal control services as early as July 1. While the cost impact is as yet unknown, $75,000 has been recommended as a contingency amount to deal with this issue. • Sidewalk Street Tree Damage Repair: The City currently has an extremely liberal policy in regard to taking responsi- bility for not only sidewalk repair but also for repairing damage to lawns, walkways and driveways caused by street tree roots. There are substantial costs associated with these activities and relatively few cities are currently able to support the level of service that we are providing. In addition, costs for aspects of this program (such as repair to private property) are escalating significantly. While no specific recommendations for modifications are included in this report, staff is preparing a complete analysis with recommendations. • Deer Hollow Farm: Deer Hollow Farm is a successful program operated by the City of Mountain View since the late 1970s and is well supported by dedicated volunteers. While worthwhile, its continued support will negatively impact other City recreation City Council May 14, 1993 Page 32 programs that attract greater resident participation. The Farm is physically separated from the City, located in Los Altos Hills on Midpeninsula Open Space District property. The Farm is, in fact, more conveniently located for the residents of Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills and Sunnyvale. Deer Hollow is staffed with 2 full-time City employees and 4,000 hours of part-time assistance. While the farm does provide a unique opportunity for education, particularly for Mountain View schools, the farm provides a regional benefit that the City of Mountain View can no longer afford to unilaterally support at the expense of programs more accessible to our own residents. This burden is particularly great recognizing that the City also provides the Shoreline at Mountain View open space, which is also a regional facility. There are a number of options available for addressing this issue, including but not limited to: • Offer to continue to contribute a portion of the funding for the Farm (i.e., 20 percent) contingent on the other benefiting cities and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District contributing the remainder. • Encourage the formation of a nonprofit organization to fund and operate Deer Hollow Farm. • Transfer the environmental education program to Shoreline at Mountain View (reducing some of the cost savings resulting from the closure). • Close the Farm after a transition period (i.e., six months). This issue should be addressed prior to revisiting the budget after State impacts are determined. • The View: The View is a unique and successful communication mechanism to the community. It was originally established in order to fill the void created by the lack of a local community newspaper. While it is unique for a city to attempt to fund such a community newspaper, it has been very successful and well received. It is, however, a costly program, with a current annual budget of $113,000, there are alternatives now available within our community. The number of issues was reduced from 12 to 10 during the current year in order to assist with budget reductions. The City Council requested that staff examine alternatives that recognize the continuing priority to communicate with citizens regarding City issues. This evaluation will be completed prior to your budget hearings for possible action prior to or following State budget actions. Open Space ........................... 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 14, 1993 Mr. Edwin Pang Environmental Planner Caltrans District 4 Box 23660 Oakland, CA 94623-0660 Re: Initial Study/Environmental Assessment, Highway 92 Slow Vehicle Lane/ Safety Improvements, Route 35 to I-280 Dear Mr. Pang: The Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District strongly objects to the proposed finding that there will be no significant environmental impacts from this project and that an Environmental Impact Report will not be required. This project clearly has potential for significant impacts in several categories, including change in topography, soil erosion, water quality, wetland and riparian vegetation, species diversity and number, fish and wildlife habitat consistencywith community plans, policies andgoals, scenic P P Y resources, and public park and recreation area use. Many significant issues are not mentioned in the environmental assessment, including presence of endangered species, wildlife movement, and regional bicycle and hiking trail connections. The issues that are addressed are discussed in a most cursory manner. The area of land disturbed, the acreage of all the different habitats destroyed, and the specifics of the visibility are some examples of specific information needed. We question the adequacy of the public noticing on this document, and the decision to hold the public hearing in Half Moon Bay, when the project, and most of the concerned citizens and organizations, are on the other side of the hill. Our agency manages over 35,000 acres of open space lands in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties, including two preserves in the viewshed and watershed of the project area, yet we were not notified of the document. We know of several other agencies and organizations that have been anticipating commenting on this project that missed, or almost missed, learning of this document's existence before the end of the comment period on Friday, May 14. We request that you extend the comment period for the Initial Study, so that others may review and comment on these findings. Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary - 1972-1992 j 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Han ko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit The San Francisco Water Department's Peninsula Watershed Lands are of international biological significance, in addition to the state and national designations mentioned in the document. They are designated by the United Nations as part of an International Biosphere Reserve, part of a world-wide system of such reserves. It is imperative that this significant project, in these sensitive and scenic lands, be given the highest possible level of environmental analysis and public review. Sincerely, Betsy Crowder, President Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District c.c Harry Yahata, Caltrans Roger Borg, FHA J Open Space 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 14, 1993 - Mr. Al Bodi 170 Pecora Way Menlo Park, CA 94025 Dear Mr. Bodi: On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, I would like to express our sincere thanks for your generous donation to the.District of five oil paintings. These scenes of open space, both locally and elsewhere, are magnificent and clearly illustrate your late wife's love of the scenery and landscape that make the midpeninsula one of the great places to live. As you know, these paintings will be shown at the Palo Alto Medical'Clinic as part of a display depicting the art of open space, beginning on May 25. After that two-month showing, we will be displaying some of the paintings within our office, as well as the offices of other local land conservation organizations. Again, thank you ,for your kind donation to the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. Sincerely, 7 Betsy Crowder, President Board of Directors Midpeninsula Regional Open Space'District BC/mcs Open Space . . . for room to breathe 20th Anniversary 1972-1 992 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485 General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space ------------------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT May 17, 1993 Mr. Peter Garratt Summit Springs Design 2001 Kings Mountain Road Woodside, CA 94025 Subject: Weeks Road Project Dear Peter: In accordance with Section 5.09 of the Contract Documents and Specifications for the Weeks Road Project, you are hereby notified that Summit Springs Design is disqualified as a bidder on the project. This is due to your failure to file the satisfactory documents as required by the contract documents. Peter, I am sorry this happened. However, I feel that we made every effort within reason to work with you on this project. You were granted three time extensions to supply the necessary certificates of insurance and correct the schedules for the work. When you were unable to supply the necessary information within the time limit, we had no alternative but to take action to eliminate you as a bidder. This action does not affect your ability to bid on future District projects or obtain contracts, granted you comply with the conditions of the project. You will remain on our list of contractors and will be notified of upcoming projects requiring bids. I am also enclosing a check for $11,000.00. This includes your bidder's bonds for both the Weeks Road Project ($6,000.00), and the Picchetti Ranch Blacksmith Shop ($5,000.00). . Thank you. Sincerely, Mar u dert Open S ce Planner encl 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 of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit MAY 2 01993 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY U.S.ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT,SACRAMENTO CORPS OF ENGINEERS 1325 J STREET REPLY TO SACRAMENTO,CALIFORNIA 95814-2922 ATTENTION OF May 17, 1993 Environmental Engineering Branch Mr. L. Craig Brittan Assistant General Manager Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Dear Mr. Brittan: The property known as the Almaden Air Force Station, a former defense site located in Santa Clara County and currently owned by your agency, has been evaluated for restoration eligibility under purview of the Defense Environmental Restoration Program and determined to be an appropriate undertaking within the scope of this account. The Sacramento District of the Corps of Engineers is responsible for the remediation work at Almaden Air Force Station. The tank/container removal project is expected to last one year. The underground investigation would be a multi-year investigation/remediation project. After the extent of underground contamination is ascertained, the Corps of Engineers will determine the project time-line. We have programmed a containerized removal project and the initial underground investigation work for fiscal year 1994; however, please remember that actual work start is totally dependent upon the availability of funds and therefore may occur at some time other than our programmed year. As the current landowner, we will contact you to update the right-of-entry when funding has become available. If you have any questions please contact Ms. Brenda Pedersen at (916) 557-6771. Sincerely, wis itney !g' r 4 Copy Furnished: Chief, E ineering Division Toxic c m t' Ms. Nichole Jacaby, Office Toxic Enforcement, 2220 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, California 95128 Claims No. 93-09 Meetinct 93-11 Date: May 26, 1993 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4225 75.00 Asbestest, Incorporated Asbestos Testing 4226 653.12 Geoff Ball & Associates Work-shop Facilitator 4227 50.29 Craig Beckman Reimbursement--Field Supplies 4228 2,928.16 BoFors Incorporated Printing--General Information Brochure 4229 8,350.00 Louis Bordi Road Grading 4230 417.50 Breon, O'Donnell, Miller, Legal Services Brown & Dennis 4231 573.96 L. Craig Britton Reimbursement--Conference and Out-of-Town Meeting x Expenses 4232 110.00 California Park & Recreation Membership Dues Society 4233 114.89 California Water Service Company Water Service 4234 1,885.00 Cannis Consulting Engineers Engineering Services--Weeks Road 4235 175.00 Capitol Weekly Seminar Registration--H. Grench 4236 153.23 Clark's Auto Parts/Machine Shop Vehicle Parts and Repairs 4237 71.33 Sheryl Marion Cochran Private Vehicle Expense 4238 182.84 Communications & Control, Inc. Utilities 4239 158.31 Edward Corekin Enterprise Repairs 4240 394.47 Crest Copies, Inc. Bid Documents and Bluelines 4241 215.67 DeLuxe Business Forms & Supplies Office Supplies 4242 699.25 Design Concepts Professional Services 4243 29.92 Emergency Vehicle Systems Vehicle Repairs 4244 2,046.97 David B. Fisher Legal Services 4245 66.70 Forestry Suppliers, Inc. Uniform Expense 4246 120.85 Foster Bros. Security Systems,Inc. Locks and Keys 4247 975.00 Robert E. Friday Appraisal Services--Benedetti Property 4248 43.06 G & K Services Shop Towel Service 4249 1,819.48 Garcia Well & Pump Pump Installed--Smith House 4250 160.17 Mary Gundert Private Vehicle Expense 4251 41.62 Phillip Hearin Reimbursment--Equipment Rental 4252 45.40 Home Depot Sign Materials 4253 104.29 Image Technology, Inc. Art Work for Map 4254 150.00 Bob Kanegis Storyteller--Docent Recognition Event 4255 900.00 Killroy Pest Control, Inc. Weed Control--Skyline Area Parking Lots 4256 680.73 Dennis Kobza & Associates, Inc. Architectural Services--Ranger Office 4257 34.48 Lab Safety Uniform Expense 4258 45.00 Ligtelyn Ccmmunications Radio System Adjusted 4259 605.08 Las Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental 4260 428.93 McCauley's Tool & Supply Field Equipment -4261 263.44 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies 4262 211.09 Mobile Modular Management Skyline Ranger Office Rental 4263 25.00 Motorola Antenna Site Rental 4264 11980.00 National Mailing Company Summer Newsletter Postage 4265 1,430.00 National Recreation and Park Membership Dues and Management School Association Registration--P.Congdon & J. Kowaleski 4266 176.33 Noble Ford Tractor Inc. Tractor Repairs 4267 22.35 Norney's of Mountain View Office Supplies 4268 341.16 Office Depot Office Supplies 4269 493.20 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies 4270 1,131.92 Pacific Telephone Telephone Service i I Claims _.a. 93-10 Meeting 93-11 Date: May 26, 1993 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description ---- ----------- 4271 511.09 Parse & Turnbull Architectural Services--Picchetti 4272 59.81 * Porter Rents, Inc. Chair Rental 4273 45.00 Tan Randall Reimbursment--Equipment Rental 4274 32.50 Rayne of San Jose Water Service 4275 215.91 Regal Dodge Vehicle Repair 4276 90.00 Rabbit Copiers, Inc. Copier Maintenance 4277 1,750.52 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs 4278 722.40 San Jose Mercury News Advertisements 4279 31000.00 Seafirst Bank. Tender Agent Fees--1988 Notes 4280 1,300.74 Shelton, Inc. Steel Culverts 4281 858.81 Signs of the Times Signs 4282 337.92 Smith Equipment Tractor and Mower Repairs 4283 74.39 Malcolm Smith Private Vehicle Repairs 4284 349.64 Sunrise Winery 1992 Staff Recognition Event 4285 352.90 Teater & Etc. District Map Revisions 4286 120.00 Trust for Public Lands Seminar Registration--M. Smith and C. Britton 4287 46.49 Vallen Safety Company Uniform Expense 4288 911.50 Whitmore Johnson & Bolanos Legal Services 4289 330.16 Del Woods Reimbursement--Office Equipment *Urgent check issued on May 20, 1993. I I