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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19940413 - Agendas Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 94-11 i I Open Spact MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-11 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS AGENDA* 7:30 P.M. 330 Distel Circle Wednesday Los Altos, California April 13, 1994 (7:30) ROLL CALL ** ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public ADOPTION OF AGENDA *** ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR -- G. Babbitt *** WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (Consent Item) BOARD BUSINESS *** 1. Special Order Of The Day - Resolution Of Commemoration Celebrating The City of Palo Alto's Centennial -- M. Smith Resolution Celebrating the City of Palo Alto's Centennial *** 2. Notice of Contract Completion for Field Office Expansion at the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve -- R. Anderson (7:45) 3. Representation of Independent Special Districts on Local Agency Formation Commission -- J. Fiddes Resolution Requesting Special District Representation On The Santa Clara County Local Agency Formation Commission (8:00) 4. Review of Comprehensive Use and Management Plan'for Coal Creek Open Space Preserve -- M. Gundert (8:30) 5. Final Adoption of Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the Ringo and Meyer Property Additions to the Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve -- R. Anderson *** 6. Scheduling of the May 14 Special Meeting -- M. Smith (8:35) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff *** REVISED CLAIMS (Consent Item) CLOSED SESSION -- None Scheduled ADJOURNMENT *NOTE. Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of order. i 330 Distel Circle * Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 * FAX: 415-691-0485 1 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton ** TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: The Chair will invite public comment on agenda items at then time each item is considered by the Board of Directors. You may address the Board concerning other matters during oral communications. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3 minutes. When recognized, please begin by stating your name and address. Please fill out the speaker's form so your name and address can be accurately included in the minutes. Alternately, you may comment to the Board by a written communication, which the Board appreciates. ***All items on the consent calendar shall be approved without discussion by one motion unless a Board member removes an item from the consent calendar for separate discussion. A member o the public may request under oral communications that an item be removed from the consent calendar. Open Space ---------------------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-43 Meeting 94-11 April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Special Order Of The Day - Resolution Of Commemora ' Celebrating The City of Palo Alto's Centennial GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Adopt the attached resolution commemorating and honoring the City of Palo Alto on the occasion of its centennial. DISCUSSION Saturday, April 16, 1994 marks Palo Alto's centennial, and a City-wide celebration is planned to begin on that day. The City has played an integral role in the promotion, support, and formation of open space preservation efforts in the midpeninsula region. Its dedication to open space preservation and other environmental issues has put Palo Alto at the forefront of progressive municipal leadership, and the District has long been a major contributor to the City's land conservation efforts. The District will be a part of the celebration by providing a staffed display of District materials at Cubberly Community Center on April 16. In addit{on, staff and the Board have been working with the City to secure an agreement whereby we may dedicate a trail connecting the City's Arastradero Preserve with Los Trancos Open Space Preserve as the Centennial Trail, in honor of the City's celebration. Furthermore, Director Hanko was recently among a very small number of Centennial honorees, for'her long-time and tireless efforts in open space preservation, including her leadership role in the formation of the District. The relationship between the District and the City is one characterized by cooperation, a mutual dedication to the environment and its preservation, and a common respect. It is therefore recommended that the Board approve the attached resolution commemorating and honoring the City of Palo Alto on the occasion of its centennial. Prepared by: L. Craig Britton, General Manager Malcolm Smith, Public Affairs Manager Contact person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space t 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT RESOLUTION OF COMMEMORATION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT CELEBRATING THE CITY OF PALO ALTO'S CENTENNIAL WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto is this year celebrating the 100th anniversary of its incorporation; and WHEREAS, the City has,for 100 years, consistently and continually demonstrated its pledge to serving the community, and WHEREAS, Palo Alto is dedicated to the well-being of its citizens through its commitment to education, the environment, respect for children and senior citizens, and its high regard for cultural diversity; and WHEREAS, Palo Alto is known worldwide as the cradle of the silicon technology revolution; and WHEREAS, Palo Alto holds in great regard the concept of neighborhood, community, and region; and WHEREAS, Palo Alto has long been at the forefront of leadership in environmental issues such as open space preservation, wetlands restoration, recycling, resource conservation, and historic preservation; and WHEREAS, The idea for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District was conceived, formed, and developed in the City of Palo Alto, illustrating the forethought and wisdom of its citizens. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby commend, congratulate, and honor the City of Palo Alto on the day of its centennial, and extend its wishes for the continued health and vitality of the city, and its commitment to environmental preservation for its citizens of today and tomorrow. Adopted by the Board of Directors, April 13, 1994 RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknowledge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond \, Staff Acknowledge/Respond 7C Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District March 27,1994 Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 I Dear Board of Directors and Board Members, My name is Gail Juels and I am a Agility Trainer for dogs at Calero Pet Retreat. I am a lifelong dog owner, both of my german shepherds are obedience trained and well behaved so I enjoy taking them with me. I am a frequent user of Public Parks and Open Space but it seems that I'm very limited as to where I can take my dogs. Opening more Public Parks and Open Space would be the right thing to do. The exercise, fresh air and the peace of mind all seem to make me a healthly and happier person since I have been hiking. My dogs are much healthier and fit and all these things are very important to me. Thank you very much for your time. Could you send me updates on meetings and current issues. I would like very much to attend some of your meetings and meet with you all. Sincerely, ) Gail Juels Mailing address: 1�Garden Hill Dr. Los G",CA 95030 (408) 358-1305 Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Gail Juels 15055 Garden Hill Dr. Los Gatos, CA 95030 Dear Ms. Juels: Thank you for your March 27, 1994 letter supporting increased access for dogs on District open space preserves. The District's Board of Directors reviewed your comments at our Regular Meeting last night. Your letter has been forwarded to the Board committee appointed to investigate the issue of access for dogs. The District allows dogs on leashes at six preserves: Pulgas Ridge, Windy Hill, Foothills, Long Ridge, Fremont Older and in Los Gatos, St. Joseph's Hill. The District has initiated a study process to carefully review the current policies and program for dog access and to research other available information and experience on the subject. This process is anticipated to conclude with possible changes to the program in mid-1994. Your name has been added to the list of persons to be notified of meetings regarding this subject. We welcome your participation. Sincerely, Ginny Babbitt President, Board of Directors GB:kh Open Space . . . for room to breathe a 20th Anniversary 1972-1992 330 Distel Circle - Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691 0485 ft� Gener,d Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonettr,Hanko,Bctvy Crowder,Wim de Wit RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknovl Iespond Director Atknou_edge/Respond - [� ,[� Staff Acknovled ge/Respond MAR !fir �S,l �°n�eJ' Draft Response Attached r'.� 1 Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Board Directive(s) No Response Necessary Ms. Jenny Babbit March 17th 1994 President of the Board M.R.O.S.D. 330 Distel Circle Los Altos 94022 Dear Ms. Babbit, I am writing this letter in my capacity as vice-president of The South Skyline Association. We are requesting an "approval in concept" from the MROSD for the following proposal: As many of you are aware, members of The South Skyline Association have worked for some twenty five years to preserve the beauty and integrity of the south Skyline area. As an association we would like to have an avenue by which we can honour certain members who have contributed efforts that are noteworthy in this ongoing endeavour. We would like to erect a small, simple plaque - formed possibly of granite or some other indestructable natural stone - and place it at "Rattlesnake Point" on the Skyline Ranch. We would like to be able to add names to this plaque, in memorium, to a few deserving members, as time goes by. The decision as to who would be memorialized would be an SSA board decision. We, as an association, recognize that MROSD does not want the parks littered with plaques and benches memorializing local citizenry. No more do we. We believe, however, that the South Skyline Association is a special case since we live in the scenic corridor- it is our home. It is our effort that spawned the Volunteer Fire Department; our efforts prevented the development of a motorcycle park in Portola Heights. Ours is a quotidian concern and we would like an avenue that institutionalizes and recognizes that concern. ACCEPT •An Adoption and Counseling Center 543 Byron Street • Palo Alto, CA 94301 • 415/323-1377 • FAX 415/323-1474 The association has not, at this point, formalized any plans, this because we need an approval in concept from the MROSD. We look forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully I` I Myfanwy Scott Brown Ph.D. Vice-president Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION Dr. Myfanwy Scott Brown Vice-president, South Skyline Association c/o ACCEPT 543 Bryon Street Palo Alto, CA 94301 i Dear Dr. Brown: f h 17 regarding h Thank you for our letter o Marc a and the South Skyline Association's request for a Y Y g g kY q j plaque on District lands. The Board reviewed your letter at its regular meeting last night. The Board recognizes the valuable contributions that the members of the South Skyline Association have made to the area. Commemoration of some particularly notable individuals is certainly a worthwhile endeavor. As you noted, the District is concerned that the open space lands remain in as pristine a condition as possible, and that visitors are not inundated with memorials, benches, and plaques. For this reason, the Board has referred your request to a subcommittee which was set up to look at such issues on a case-by- case basis. It is expected that this subcommittee will be meeting on this and other items in May. District staff will contact you with the exact date and time as soon as that meeting is scheduled, in the event you would like to attend. In any case, once the subcommittee has reviewed your request we will be in touch with you. Again, thank you for writing with your request, and for your continuing support of the preservation of open space lands in the midpeninsula area. Sincerely, i Ginny Babbitt, President Board of Directors c\mcs\board\lessa.let 330 Diste] Circle * Los Altos, California 94022-1404 & Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Genera!Manager:L.Craig Britton RESPONSE ACTION PROPOSED BY STAFF Board President Acknowledge/Respond Director Acknowledge/Respond / Staff Acknowledge/Respond Draft Response Attached Staff to be Directed to Prepare Draft Response for Board Consideration per Board Direccive(s) BAY AREA No Response Necessary i RIDGE TRAIL C O U N C I L 31 1 CALIFORNIA STREET. SUITE 300 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 94104 March 16, 1994 Ginny Babbit President Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022 Dear Ginny, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District for its on-going commitment to completion of the Bay Area Ridge Trail and its active involvement in so many aspects of the Ridge Trail Council's work. We are honored to have MROSD's representation on our Board of Directors and appreciate Betsy Crowder's excellent contributions. Our work to build a political constituency in support of trails and open space throughout the Bay Area relies on broad-based community outreach as well as a diverse and growing membership program. As a partner in the creation of the Ridge Trail and member of our Board of Directors, we ask that you seriously consider renewing MROSD's membership gift to the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council. An agency membership gift of $100.00 will help us reach our fiduciary goals. Your membership is vital to the success of our public-private partnership. This year is pivotal as we focus on completing at least 20 miles of new Ridge Trail across public land, and closing at least two priority gaps on private lands. This important work will require working with land managing entities, like MROSD, as well as making a substantial investment in building new partnerships where our organizational leadership is needed. Other Council activities include gap strategy development, trail planning, public policy work, trail advocacy, and fundraising. Outdoor education with an emphasis on trail outings, the production of trail guides, and the development of park resource guides will continue to be priorities. All of these projects have the common goal of benefiting trail users, while building a constituency of land and resource stewards. We hope that MROSD is able to renew its membership this year and continue its commitment to the completion of the Bay Area Ridge Trail. If you have any questions please give Barbara a call. Many thanks! Sincerely, Brian O'Neill Barbara Rice Chairman, Board of Directors Executive Director cc: Betsy Crowder PHONE (415) 391-0697 I FAX (415) 391-2649 � pnared on—y&d paps, I BAY AREA RIDGE TRAIL C O U N C I L 31 1 CALIFORNIA STREET, SUITE 300 SAN FRANCISCO. CALIFORNIA 94104 'z n Member Organization a ber We are proud to accept your invitation to renew our membership to the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council with the enclosed annual membership donation. O $100 Trail Blazer O $250 Trail Advocate O $500 Trail Partner O We are interested in the William Penn Mott, Jr. Founders program — please send more information G I I Ginny Babbit President Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle i Los Altos, CA 94022 Contributions are tax-deductible for the year that payments are made. Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-46 Meeting 94-11 April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Notice of Contract Completion for Field Office Expansion at the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve 4'F2 - GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Authorize the Board president to execute the attached Notice of Completion of Contract and Acceptance of Work on the Rancho San Antonio field office expansion project. DISCUSSION At your August 11, 1993 meeting, you awarded the contract for expansion of the field office at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve to Sevan Construction, Inc. (see report R-93-88) at a bid price of$255,000. Construction began in late August, 1993 and was completed April 5, 1994. Final inspection by Santa Clara County building department and the County Fire Marshall has been completed. Final inspection by the County grading inspector will occur before your April 13 meeting. The total approved budget for the project was $315,000 ($300,000 for construction and $15,000 for consulting services). Actual project costs are $307,000 for construction, advertising, and permit fees and $44,000 for architectural services, engineering, construction administration, and testing and inspection services, for a total of$351,000. During the course of construction, seven change orders totaling $46,429 were issued. Approximately $20,000 was for changes to the fire protection system required by the County Fire Marshall. Approximately $15,000 was for grading and related site work required by Santa Clara County. The original contract did not include grading and parking area surfacing. Staff have provided informational reports to the Board regularly on the status of these change orders and the project budget. In accordance with the contract documents and specifications, final payment for the project will be made thirty-five days after recording the notice of completion by the District and after the contractor has submitted satisfactory evidence that all payrolls, material bills and other indebtedness connected with the project have been paid. Prepared by: Sheryl Marioni Cochran, Open Space Planner Contact: Same as above 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX:415-691-0485 QD Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by order of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, pursuant to State law that work to be performed under the contract heretofore made and executed by and between the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, as Owner therein and Sevan Construction. Inc. as Contractor therein, bearing the date August 26, 1993 for construction of a field office and appurtenant facilities upon lands of said District known as Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve situated in unincorporated Santa Clara Cou=, State of California, was completed as called for and in the manner designated by the plans and specifications by the said Contractor, on the 5th day of April, 1994. Upon said contract, Amwest Surety Insurance Comiany was surety on the bond given by said Sevan Construction. Inc. the said Contractor, as required by law. That the title of said District to the real property upon which said work and contract was performed is that of fee title. That the address of said Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos, CA 94022. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, pursuant to the order of the Board of Directors made and given on the 13th day of April. 1994 authorizing and directing the execution of this instrument, the said District has caused these presents to be executed in its name, authenticated by the signature of the President of the said Board of Directors this 13th day of April, 1994, in Los Altos, California. 1 CERTIFY, under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. STATE of CALIFORNIA, COUNTY of SANTA CLARA The undersigned, being duly sworn says: that he/she is the person who executed the foregoing; that he/she has read the same and knows the contents thereof, and that the facts stated therein are true. Virginia Babbitt President, Board of Directors Subscribed and sworn to before me on Jean Fiddes, District Clerk and Notary Public Contact: Randy Anderson, Planning Manager 330 Distel Circle '" Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 a FAX: 415-691-0485 0 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton Open Space t MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-47 Meeting 94-11 April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Representation of Independent Special Districts on gesncy Formation Commission. GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION \\ Adopt the attached resolution requesting special district representation on the Santa Clara County Local Agency Formation Commission. DISCUSSION You tabled this item at your meeting of February 9, 1994 (see Report R-94-20), until additional information was available to guide you in a decision on final action. On March 31, 1994 Director Siemens and I attended the annual meeting of the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association. Although only 4 of the required 8 Districts (a majority of the 14 qualifying Districts in the county) have passed the resolution, it was the apparent consensus of those present that LAFCO representation was a good idea for several reasons: 1. Since LAFCO is responsible for annexation decisions for all public agencies, including special districts,representation is desirable. 2. Starting July 1, 1994, LAFCO will have the ability to consider consolidation and reorganization of special districts. Districts should have an official voice in that process. 3. The state is continuing to debate its budget problems and the "reinventing" of government. Any final decisions on tax funding throughout the State of California will involve the future of special districts and LAFCO deliberations and conclusions on special district viability will be an integral part of those decisions. 4. In a democratic society, when there is opportunity for representation, it should be eagerly accepted, as decisions may be made on your behalf over which you have no vote. 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton R-94-47 Page 2 Although at a follow up monthly meeting on April 6, 1994, attended by D. Dolan, the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association considered seeking an official affiliation with the statewide Special Districts Association, and organizing a process for adoption of the resolutions for LAFCO representation, this process could extend beyond July 1, 1994. The question of the latent powers and the adoption of regulations by LAFCO apparently do not create a major roadblock to representation and there is a history of LAFCO's in other counties working with special district's to create a workable representation process. Prepared by: L. Craig Britton, General Manager Contact person: Same as above RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT REQUESTING SPECIAL DISTRICT REPRESENTATION ON THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does resolve as follows: Section One. Pursuant to Section 56453(a) of the Government Code of the State of California, the Santa Clara County Local Agency Formation Commission may consider representation by independent special districts in Santa Clara County on said Commission if a majority of independent special districts within said County adopt a resolution initiating proceedings therefore. Section Two. The independent special districts in Santa Clara County have historically provided and continue to provide substantial public services to the residents of said County and do not now have representation on said Commission. Section Three. The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District does hereby request the Santa Clara County Local Agency Formation Commission to undertake proceedings pursuant to law to provide for special district representation on said commission. Section Four. The General Manager of the District is hereby directed to immediately forward a certified copy of this Resolution to the Executive Officer of said Commission. i �r� I i 1 P° f~ 1 -Open space bar ain ;Tfie rnostvisibie— and manyfWuld say most important-`land that the Sononty Open Space District needs to preserve, perty that separates cities. But *conservation easements on that land, located as it is in prime developable areas,won't come cheap. Striking good bargains elsewhere will make those purchases easier to afford. You can't get a much better bargain than the one-the the district may receive on a narl 4,0004cre ranch located near Sea Ranch.e They ancheThe family that owns the ranch has expressed an interest in donating a conservation easement on their property to the district. The easement would permanently prohibit any future construction on the land. '--'If the deal goes forward, it would be the ' largest single,acquisitiori by the district and the first easement-to be donated,said David Hansen, the district's general manager. This 'relatively remote laud normally would not be a high priority acquisition. But this seems -,-to be a,terrific deal, both because of its lack of dost arid-the-precedent it could set for other gene r us landowners. bP Public tax money together\with private eneficence. and you have a pow ful tool to 'PTeserve the county's open vistas. `" Sunday, Febiti,ity 20, 1994 1 III-VALLEY I iERALD D1Stt�'letS xvin two seats vn 0 M Agency will soon I'lic new law, -51911ed Iry (,()v. Other districts that have sub-, be, and he expects district rcp- Pctc Wilson in October, requires initted resolutions to LAFCO re- resentatives to be seated by the have power to combine LAFCOs to give special district questing seating are the Alameda board's July 21 meeting. and eliminate districts representatives scats 011 its board County, Mosquito Abatement Dis- The districts will select their if a majority of the affected bodies tract: Alameda County Resource representatives from among their By Suzanne Tay-Kelley request It. Conservation District; Alameda board members. STAFF WRITER in I J.anuary, LAFCO staff ana- County Water District; Castro One would serve ,a two-year Valle'y.Sanitary District: Fairview term; a second representative, Eight of Alameda County's 14 lyst Don Graff warned district of- Fire District; Hayward Area Rec- plus an alternate, would serve Independent special districts ficials that the California State reatio'n and Park District and Liv- four-year terms. Dave voted to seek representation Association of Counties recorn- crinore Area Recreation and Park Washington Hospital district on the county Local Agency For- mends that -county supervisors District. chairman Don Pickinpaugh said ination Commission, enough to consider 'coiisoltclatfiig or abo- he supports seeking represciita- force the agency to add two dis- lishing districts to save on admin- Graff said LAFCO members Lion, although the board has not tract advocates to its five-member IstraUve costs. welcome their new colicagues-to- yet discussed the issue. board. Union Sanitary District.ftmsfee Lindsay Roberts last' winter spearheaded a campaign to per- suade a majority of the county's 14, Independent districts to de- mand a voice on the commission. New state law A state law that takes effect In July will give LAFCOs the power Jo merge and eliminate local dis- Itrict3, and the chair of the Ala. meda - County Special Districts 'Association Is concerned that specific needs districts cater to are not overlooked In the com- mission's efforts to streamline agencies. "We're right on schedule,*" a pleased Roberts said. "There arc pressures being placed on gov- ernments to reinvent government, and it is vital districts be seated at the table." Santa Cruz Local Agency FAIJ Formation Commission 701 Ocean St..Room 318-D - Santa Cruz,California 95060 (408)454-2055 April 6, 1994 Independent Special Districts of Santa Cruz County Dear Board Members of Independent Special Districts: The Local Agency Formation Commission has received resolution from a majority of independent special districts in Santa Cruz County to initiate the process of seating two special district representatives on LAFCO and adopting rules and regulations affecting the functions and services of all special districts within the county. Those resolutions will be placed on LAFCO' s agenda for April 14 , 1994 with a resolution for LAFCO to acknowledge the districts ' actions and to form a special district advisory committee. The committee will work with LAFCO staff to prepare a report and recommendation on the latent power regulations, the rules by which district representatives on LAFCO will be selected, and other related matters. Please contact me if you have any comments or questions. Very truly yours, \ Patrick M. McCormick Executive Officer Attachment: List of Independent Special Districts p P cc: County of Santa Cruz -Agricultural Commissioner -Board of Supervisors -CAO -Emergency Services -POSCS -Public Works -Redevelopment Santa Cruz County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Aromas Tri-County Fire Prevention District Mid-Peninsula Regional Open Space District Open Space 1 R-94-11 ; Meeting 94-11 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Review of Comprehensive Use and Management Plan for/Coal Creek Open Space Preserve ^1 GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Tentatively adopt the revised Comprehensive Use and Management Plan for Coal Creek Open Space Preserve as contained in this report. USE AND MANAGEMENT PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS Back rg ound The Use and Management Plan for Coal Creek Open Space Preserve was last reviewed at your September 23, 1987 meeting (see report R-87-145, dated September 15, 1987). Final adoption of the plan occurred at your October 14, 1987 meeting (see report R-87-148, dated September 29, 1987). Contained below is a comprehensive listing of the new, revised, or existing recommendations. Further detail for new and revised recommendations are addressed in the Use and Management Plan Background and Discussion section of this report. Section 2.0, pertaining to trail use designations, implements the Trail Use Policies and Guidelines and Mitigation Measures. This is the first instance where the policies have been applied to a preserve's trail system. A description of the methodology is included. At the second reading of the Use and Management Plan, staff proposes to make a presentation of the process and techniques of implementing the Trail Use Guidelines that have been used for the first time in preparing this plan. 1.0 Access and Circulation 1.1 Staff will work with the Santa Clara County Trails Adoption: 7/88 and Pathways Committee, the San Mateo County Scheduled: Ongoing Trails Advisory Committee, and the San Mateo Cost: Unknown County Bikeways Committee to promote a safe trail Grant: Possible route along the closed portion of Alpine Road. Planning: Unknown Construct: .. 1lnknown 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 9402211404 Phone:415-691-1200 • FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton i .. 1.2 A trail will be constructed from the CalTrans Vista 87 Point (across from the entry to the Russian Ridge Scheduled; ::;'; FX 96l97 .. Open Space Preserve), connecting Skyline Cost: ; ; ';; Boulevard with the preserve's interior trails. Staff PlannuYg 20 staff will verify with CalTrans that a trail connection in Construct : <;`::: hours; this area is suitable. 72,staff::..::.. :>::>: >: .. ........: »;..... >:> hour _a : . ..... :.::.. .....:: 1.3 The old skid road crossing the meadow in the Adoption. " '' :: 9l8T' .. ...... northern part of the preserve will be opened to Scheduled: FX 96l9? ..... provide access to the Mt. Melville Area of Russian Cosh ::.:;:::$ O(}0 Ridge Open Space Preserve. Planning' 1S staff Construct' hours ><: :.i50.staff hrs ... oposed 1.4 Close and monitor the unplanned, unofficial steep Adoption Pr trails which connect to Alpine Road. Scheduled' FY 94l9 . ....:.: ................... ......................................................... Cost: . Unknown ..;:":`: Plan ning > '. Construct Ongoing 1.5 Construct a trail connection in the eastern part of Adoption: ` :> .. :Proposed the preserve linking the existing old road (segment Scheduled':' :'; FX.95/9b> 6) with Alpine Road. Cost: $1;000 Planning 8 staff hours_ :: Construct::_.<'::< . 20 staff.. ... >` ..................................................................................... .................................................................................... ..................................................................................... ;.::::.: pars 1.6 Close all other steep and eroded areas not indicated Adoption: ; Proposed . .. as trails on Map A. Restore and seed these areas Scheduled `:' "::` PX4l9$ and install signs if necessary to keep use on Cost: $25Q< designated trails. Planning. 8 staf f houirs ... Construct. . <. :. 20 staff ours .. 2.0 Trail Use Designations ._. .._.............. . :...: 2.1 The old road (segment 6) in the southeastern part of Adoption > .: . ::;::.: Proposed the preserve will be designated for hiking use only. Scheduled PY 9,4 n be constructed to Alpine Cost :;-;::*'',*>,:::,>.:.'; :: :- 0:::;<>< <:<>::>:.;:;<;:.>::: When the connection can 5 P :::::::::: :::::::::::::::::. Road, it will be designated for multi-use. Planning 2 staff hours .:......:.....:...............................:.:.............:....:..:......::...... CConstruct >:::: > >:.:8.staff hours.:::::: ::.:::...... 2.2 All other designated trails on the preserve will Adoption <' : Proposed remain open to hikers, bicyclists, and equestrians SceduX. 415 (multi-use). Planning >............. :<.: omplet ... ' '< 2.3 All trails recommended for construction in this Adoptron report are intended to be constructed to the District Schecluied do out standard for a multi-use trail. Cost None.....::::.:::::::..... Plang :';:::< 20 staff ours. i ............. 3.0 Signing 3.1 A new map with District regulations and a bulletin Adoption ; Proposed :: board posting highlights and warnings for the eduledw FY 9 /95 preserve will be installed at the entrance to the >::>::>::> .....:: preserve on Crazy Pete's Road and along Alpine PlanningF 40 staff oad. Construct >»:>:<'.< : hours 16 staff :...:_ `. hours 3.2 Post signs indicating the "chute" is a closed area. Adoptton> ::: Proposed Scheduled..:..::...;...:.FY 94/95..::::::: Cost: Unknown: :;: Plannin ;g Complete ;>:.` Ongbin plaques g p Proposed 3.3 Post la ues indicating the dead end trail in the Ado tion; ..:. .... southeastern part of the preserve is closed to horses and bicycles until a trail connection is made linking Cost., >$1pQ the existing trail to Alpine Road. Post the steep, Planning Camglete unauthorized connections to Alpine Road as a closed Construct $ staff hours area. 4.0 Brochure 4.1 A standard District brochure will be developed Adoption ` Proposed .. ....... .. . combining the Coal Creek and Russian Ridge Open Schedul95 Space Preserves. Cost $1,200 2Q lannin staff 0urs 5.0 Structures and Improvements 5.1 Stiles (equestrian and hiking) will be installed upon reopening the old skid road through the meadow Scheduled; ....:. near the Mt. Melville entrance to the preserve. Cost' XXXX Construct ; hours: <: «;:: ... 16 staff hours 5.2 Install stiles (equestrian and hiking) next to the gate Adoption Pxoposect ": on Crazy Pete's Road. scheduled; PY>94/95: Planning Compiete Construct .: Ot12S 5.3 Post the barn and surrounding area as a "Closed Adoption Pro` sed .; Area" to secure the materials stored in and around Scheduledr- flngoing the barn. Cast None. ::: ::::>: Planning Cam fete P Construct UnknownX. 6.0 Natural Resources and Agricultural Management 6.1 Seed the disturbed area below the vista point. This Adoption 9187 area was initially eroded by motorcycle traffic. Scheduled: flngoing Cost $100 .... 6.2 Inventory invasive non-native vegetation. Adoptiazt < : Proposed >' Determine possible priority for removal of non- Scheduled: Ongoing native conifers near the meadow and in the Cost Unknown: : >:<< southeastern corner of the reserve and removal of T�Iannin P Unknown._ various stands of scotch broom located on the Construct Unknown ::::::::. Pr eserve. 7.0 Visitor Safetyand Public Liability Y 71 Staff will confirm that the District has patrol rights is Ado tion<:: ::'::`<<:'...9.8'T.:'> :» »>>` on Alpine Road. <' Y4195 Cost None ;:.>> ours.. I 8.0 Special Activities No new recommendations 9.0 Dedication Status 9.1 The 10'7 acres of the preserve that remain t ;..;; erg:::; <::.;Per: undedicated will be dedicated as public open space <;::> ...... f 'during the annual review o the dedication status rtrepo in December. USE AND MANAGEMENT PLAN BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION Site Description and Use The preserve is located at the northeastern comer of the Skyline Boulevard (Highway 35) intersection with Alpine Road. The preserve is bordered by Skyline Boulevard and private property to the south and west, the unpaved section of Alpine Road to the east, and private property to the north. Approximately 2.5 miles of the unpaved portion of Alpine Road borders or cuts across the preserve. The preserve also has 1.5 miles of Skyline Boulevard frontage. Access to the preserve is informal. Parking is available at a CalTrans vista point on Skyline Boulevard and at a roadside pullout near the intersection of Crazy Pete's Road and Skyline Boulevard. A second, large roadside pullout is located opposite the Mt. Melville Area of Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve. However, access to the Coal Creek Preserve from this area will require some trail construction. Two entry points are also located along the unpaved section of Alpine Road. Some preserve visitors use the Russian Ridge parking area at the intersection of Alpine Road and Skyline Boulevard and hike or ride through the Coal Creek Preserve as part of a larger loop route. Trail construction on Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve is tentatively scheduled during 1994 that will make the northernmost section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail on Russian Ridge accessible from Skyline Boulevard. Completion of this trail segment will create the potential for a large loop using trails on the Coal Creek and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves. There have been two additions to the preserve since the last use and management plan review. A seven-acre parcel (former Simmons property)was received as a gift at your December 9, 1987 meeting (see report R-87-180) and the 100-acre former Bach property was added to the preserve at your February 24, 1988 meeting (see report R-88-25). The preserve totals 493 acres. Planning Considerations The preserve is primarily located within unincorporated San Mateo County, with a small comer of the preserve located in Santa Clara County. Skyline Boulevard is a designated state scenic highway and Alpine Road is a county scenic road. The land bordering both roads is subject to special planning considerations. A special permit is required from San Mateo County for any projects requiring a significant amount of grading and/or resulting in a potential visual impact. Use and Management Plan Discussion 1.0 Access and Circulation Use of the preserve has increased significantly since the last review of the site, primarily due to the popularity of the Alpine Road corridor as a recreational trail route. Bicycle use on the reserve constitutes an estimated 85% of the pre serve's s users, P se s with ' P hikers an d equestrians comprising the remaining 15%. A volunteer survey and staff observations confirm this breakdown. The unpaved portion of Alpine Road is identified as an existing trail in the San Mateo County Trails Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors in March, 1990. The trails plan identifies Alpine Road as "a closed County Road connecting Page Mill Road with Alpine Road." The road was originally closed in 1979 by the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. The initial closure occurred during the summer months to protect the public from fire danger. The Director of Public Works was given the authority to determine the length of time that the road would remain closed. The road has never reopened.. In 1986, a portion of the road was lost due to landslides and a washout, making the road impassable to vehicle traffic. Trail users rerouted a trail across the landslide and were able to access the lower closed portion of the road by crossing Corte Madera Creek slightly upstream of the washout. In 1990 th g P e County Public Works Y o ks Department ty ep art ent repaired the damage and graded the road in order to bring it back to minimal county standards. According to county staff, the road is now maintained for emergency use only. Recreational use of the road is consistent with the emergency use designation. The road is heavily used by bicyclists, hikers, P Ple walking dogs and equestrians. District staff also use the road to access the areas of the preserve adjacent to Alpine Road. The trails on the preserve are part of a popular loop route. Many cyclists begin their ride in Portola Valley by riding up the closed section of Alpine Road. When they reach the Page Mill Road junction, they continue up Alpine Road to Skyline Boulevard. Numerous options are Possible along the Skyline corridor, but many bicyclists sts return to Portola Valley by following the trails down through the Coal Creek n Space � P Preserve, which lead them back to Alpine Road. Prior to the District's purchase of the eastern area of the preserve, it was used extensively by motorcycles. The steep hillsides are severely eroded and have been very slow to recover. Mountain bic yclists are no w using some of the steep trails, halting the restoration process and continuing the erosion. Several steep routes connecting to Alpine i Road have also been bl azed. Closure of the se unplanned trails has been difficult. Barriers have been removed by users to reopen the routes, making management of the area an ongoing problem. The patrol route below the CalTrans vista i p point which connects with Alpine Road was graded in 1991. I Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 1.4 Several years ago, mountain bicycle enthusiasts began using the ridgetop elin Alpine Road as a trail. The resulting e esu tin trail i paralleling p g s commonly referred to as the "chute." The chute is extremely steep and has become very eroded due to the heavy use. Staff and volunteers have built barricades to block access to the area but vandalism of the fencing and signs has been a recurring problem. Since Alpine Road serves the same area, this unplanned trail serves no useful purpose. 1.5 An old road in the eastern part of the preserve currently has no outlet to Alpine Road. Visitors have created their own connections to Alpine Road; however, they are extremely steep and do not meet District standards. A formal connection to Alpine Road should be constructed. The existing steep connections should be eliminated. 1.6 Several routes are located in the southeastern part of the preserve which are either extremely steep or severely eroded. They include duplicate routes and eroded areas which were originally used as motorcycle routes prior to the District's purchase of the property. None of the routes should be designated as trail routes due to their steep and/or eroded nature. They should be restored and seeded. Signing to close the areas to use during the restoration process should be installed if necessary. 2.0 Trail Use Designations All but one trail within the preserve will be designated for multi-use by hikers, runners, equestrians, and bicyclists. Refer to Map A for identification of trail segments and their trail use designation. Trail segment 6 will be closed to equestrians and bicyclists due to unacceptable conditions that exist immediately above Alpine Road (see recommendation 1.4). Although the majority of the upper portion of this trail lends itself to multi-use, the bottom 500 feet is designated a "closed area" where there are unauthorized steep chute- like paths that connect to Alpine Road. Equestrians and bicyclists will be prohibited since access would lead them on a one-way dead end trail. Hikers will be permitted to access a short upper section of trail segment 6 where a vista point provides a desirable destination. The area beyond the vista point will be closed until a trail can be safely routed through the area and a connection made to Alpine Road. Evaluation Process The trail use designation for each trail at the preserve is based on an evaluation process that is derived from the adopted Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures. The evaluation process examines physical characteristics of each trail as well as other factors that assist in determining appropriate trail use. The evaluation process addresses the I _ _ eight elements contained in the Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures. They include examining trail conditions, suitability based on physical conditions, historic trail use, conflicts, compatibility of adjacent Mail use, potential improvements, constraints, and mitigation measures. A. Trail Inventory - Typical Conditions Trails Length Width Grade Sight Line Side Slope 1 .4 mile 10-12' 10-15% +100, 50-60% 2 .7 mile 10-12' 10-15% +100, 55-65% 3 .3 mile 6-8' 10-15% +100, 50-60% 4 .5 mile 10, 10-15% +100, 30-60% 5 .9 mile 12' 10-20% +100, 30-40% 6 .5 mile 10-20% +100, 20-30% Total 3.3 miles B. Trail Class Designation Trails *Classification Comments 1-6 Class A Class A trails generally have 6-10' width, (Suitable for Multi-Use) varying grade and side slope, and line of sight greater than 75'. Based on physical conditions over 75% of trail length. C. Past, Present and Future Trail Use Trails Trail Use Prior to Acquisition for Open Space 14 Trails were closed to public trail use. There was evidence of occasional equestrian use. 5,6 Trails were closed to public trail use. There was evidence of motorcycle use and occasional bicycle and equestrian use. Trails Current Trail Use Based on a May 1993 Survey (volunteer survey & staff observations) 1-3 During peak hours of use, there was an average of 2 hikers and 3 bicyclists per hour. Equestrians and runners were not observed. Trails Projected Pattern of Trail Use Over Next 10 Years 1-6 Levels of trail use by hikers, runners and bicyclists may increase to moderate levels when the Ridge Trail is completed through Russian Ridge Preserve and if Alpine Road is improved to a paved bicycle path. D. Trail Use Conflicts (1993) Trails Complaints Reported Written Citations Incidents Warnings 19,2,3 1- Biker ! Bicyclist i E. Adjacent Land Use Trails Adjacent Land Compatibility Issues 1 Russian Ridge Preserve Driveway opposite Crazy Pete's Road serves residents, is extremely narrow, and closed to public trail use. 1, 5 Skyline Boulevard Shoulder on Skyline Boulevard must be used; speed is not regulated and helmets are not required for adults. 3,5 Alpine Road (County) Alpine Road is in County jurisdiction and District regulations do not prevail; speed is not regulated and bicycle helmets are not required for adults. County may eventually establish a bike trail on road. F. Trail Use Opportunities and Enhancements Trails Potential Improvement Benefits 7 New trail between Coal Creek This will provide a regional multi-use and Russian Ridge preserves near trail connecting Alpine Road to the the northern boundary Ridge Trail. It will also provide a long multi-use loop trail that encircles Coal Creek and includes the Ridge Trail. 6 New trail between lower end of It will create a short multi-use loop trail and Alpine Road trail in the southern portion of the preserve that will be desirable to those visitors starting from the vista point. Alpine Rd. Joint management agreement Agreement could establish uniform regulations throughout the preserve. G. Trail Use Constraints and Mfigation Trails Problem/Constraint Potential Mitigation Measures Alpine Unofficial trail use Install fences and signs where unofficial trail Rd use is occurring. 2, 3, 5 Boggy trail surface Modify maintenance program. 2, 5 Short fine of sight Modify maintenance program. 1, 3, 5 Barriers limiting access Install new stiles that provide multi-use access. 1, 3, 5 Speed limits Install speed limit signs at all entrances and use radar for education and enforcement. 1, 3, 5 Helmet requirement Install signs for helmet requirement at all entrances. 3 Narrow trail section Short section with light use; no mitigation necessary. 6 Dead end trail and Temporarily designate -closed' to bicyclists unofficial trail and equestrians; construct new multi-use trail to connect to Alpine Road. 1 - 6 Statistical information Conduct bi-annual visitor survey to improve statistical data on trail use; use database for accumulating statistical information. H. Use and Management Plan Compatibility Trails Existing or Potential Incompatibility I Increased bicycle use may conflict with vehicular use of the upper portion of Crazy Pete's Road. Construction of the proposed trail north to Russian Ridge may divert some trail use away from the road. 3.0 SSE The existing preserve trails have been signed with trail directional signs. In addition, all entry points to the preserve are identified with wildland signs stating the primary regulations of the preserve. New trailhead signs are currently on order and will soon be installed at all trailheads. The new sign will replace the wildland sign used at most preserve entrances. It is a metal sign identifying the preserve and the primary regulations visitors need to be aware of when using the preserve. The sign incorporates the new speed limit restrictions and helmet requirements. Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 3.1 The Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve has a computer generated map and regulation signboard at the parking area on Alpine Road. The map includes the entire Coal Creek Open Space Preserve and all trails located on the preserve. With only minor revisions, the map can be revised to highlight the Coal Creek Open Space Preserve. 3.2 The "chute" paralleling Alpine Road should be signed as a "Closed Area." This will better enable field staff to enforce the closure and issue citations to violators. 3.3 The old road in the southeastern part of the preserve is currently unsigned. It is visible enough to attract a fair amount of traffic. Visitors follow the old road out to an overview. Beyond the overview, visitors have made their own steep connections to Alpine Road. The steep connections are not to District standards and are unsafe. 4.0 Brocbure An 8 1/2" x I I" map of the preserve is available at the District office. Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 4.1 Once the map artwork is prepared for the trailhead entrance sign, it will be used to generate a new brochure. The brochure will combine the Coal Creek and Russian Ridge Open Space Preserves into one brochure. 5.0 Structures and bnprovements A District pipe gate and stile were installed at the preserve boundary on the road below the vista point. The gate and stile replaced an old chain link gate. Other improvements include installation of a stile at the southernmost junction with p Alpine Road, and installation of a gate and stile on the middle trail adjoining Alpine Road. In 1987, you approved a proposal to allow the barn to be used as a shelter for a small environmental education group. A draft agreement for a one-year trial period was prepared. However, the necessary improvements and associated costs proved to be too expensive for the program and the proposal was abandoned. No other requests for use of the barn have been submitted. The main roof to the barn has been replaced over the last several years. In 1987, the owner of an adjacent property contacted District staff regarding a proposal to create a health fitness facility on the adjoining property. An informal request was made to site a water tank on the preserve and place a portion of the septic leach field on District land. The entire project was abandoned due to unresolved limitations of the site and the entire facility was relocated. Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 5.2 The neighbors on Crazy Pete's Road have installed a gate on the road near the trail junction leading to the barn. The gate blocks trail access to preserve visitors when it is closed. Staff has removed an adjacent section of fenceline to allow visitors access through the area. The open fenceline should be replaced with a stile allowing hiker, bicycle and equestrian access. 5.3 The barn and surrounding area is currently being used for storage of District materials. Most of the materials stored here are either historic farm tools or materials which have been salvaged from old District structures. The gate located at the barn driveway and Crazy Pete's Road is closed to secure the area. 6.0 Natural Resources and Agricultural Management Staff is currently formulating resource management policies. Once adopted, a resource management plan will be developed for each preserve, over time. The plan will contain specific recommendations pertaining to issues such as the creation of fire breaks, elimination of invasive exotic plants, dog use, and wildland fire suppression. The plan may be incorporated into the use and management plan for the individual preserve or be a separate report. Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 6.2 Several areas on the preserve are covered with non-native trees. The trees not only detract from the natural environment, but can also be a potential fire hazard. A large cluster of non-native conifers are growing near the meadow. The trees should be removed and the area restored as funds become available. In addition, stands of invasive species, such as scotch broom, should be removed. The ongoing removal of these plants is a Po tential volunteer project. 7.0 Visitor Safety and Public Liability Staff regularly patrols the preserve. Any hazards discovered during patrol or identified by other means are mitigated immediately. There are no known problems on the preserve. 8.0 Special Activities Two volunteer projects occurred at the preserve since the last review. The first involved clean-up of the area near the CalTrans pullout in the southwestern area of the preserve and involved twenty volunteers. The second event involved construction of barriers on the "chute trail" near Alpine Road and restoration of the unplanned trail route. Fifteen volunteers participated in this all-day event. 9.0 Dedication Status The preserve is comprised of 493 acres. Of the total preserve acreage, only 107 acres remain undedicated as public open space. The 107 acres, acquired in two land purchases, were recommended for dedication at the time of purchase. Discussion of New and Revised Recommendations 9.1 The remaining 107 acres of undedicated land should be dedicated as public open space during the annual review of the dedication status of District lands. 10.0 ADA Com L,F 'ance The projects contained in this plan are determined to be in compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Existing physical barriers that limit access to trails have been identified and are scheduled to be modified or replaced to enhance access. The preserve's traill system has been inventoried and trail access information developed for public distribution. The District's ADA Plan contains a conceptual approach to developing trail access classifications that enable visitors to evaluate trail access based on their own abilities. During the process of inventorying and classifying preserve trails, it became increasingly apparent that additional access information is desirable. As a result, staff consulted with representatives from other public agencies and specialists involved in the task of meeting ADA requirements. Staff has concluded that offering a description or view of various factors influencing accessibility is advantageous. By viewing a trail's width, grade, cross-slope, surface condition and special conditions, a visitor can determine accessibility according to their own ability as it relates to each of the factors. An example of how this information is useful occurs when a visitor is able to negotiate a wide range of grades, width or cross-slope but is severely limited by surface conditions. This information is presented in the form of a chart and accompanying map (see Map B). The chart contains an analysis of four of the six trails that were inventoried on the preserve. Four critical access factors are shown at the top of the chart. The trail numbers in the left column correspond to the trails on the map. The shaded dots represent three levels of accessibility, as described in the legend at the bottom. The right column notes any unusual or extreme trail conditions to assist visitors in determining accessibility. Information for the remaining trails will be added to the chart at a later date. The intention is to map and inventory several individual trails for each preserve. Once trails on all other preserves are identified for trail conditions and accessibility, additional trails will be reviewed at this preserve. The chart and map will be posted on an information sign at major access points and available upon request from the District office. 11.0 CEOA Com lip 'ance The projects contained in this plan are determined to be Categorically Exempt under the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act. • � 1 • 1 1 � 1 1 1 r � �a��'�ate\c` 1\ • \* ♦♦ � »a. A �\.\ ��\�\ , � �b.�����♦ \\\\\` `. \ ����\ auy..gy,�, \ • \ \lot 1 \ ♦�` j \ ♦ \ „', ' �\ \ r �� a\\ ♦ va\ ♦ C t \ \ , 1 \ � \ .1 1 • Gate(st)• 0-0 U 1.0 Roadside Parking Vehicle Parking Lot Restrooms Other Public Lands Trail Distance in Miles .., Vehicle 1 I . Driveway 1 COAL REEK OPEN SPA PRESERVE Map B . MIDP NINSULA REGIONAL OPEN S ACE DISTRICT FOOTHILLS .� C\\` \�\♦ \\,\h\� \. '�'�\\ \�\ \ \\�\�.-\�>` \ ♦\\ �� ♦,`\ \� \ �\��� PARK WN 1 \l`nnn 1RR07) 2000 • .,�♦ .> \\\..\,\• \. \`. .•� \;�\ 1400 :,Fs \ ` \ 0220o I w,,juEf, >}'s,,yy COAL CREEK Mt.Melville ta0o v OPEN SPACE °'8 o.s PRESERVE U =:. o \;•2200 Alpine Road is managed and maintained \ y an Mateo County «,. \ :; 1 Idodr�r I` � coosWN 1000 \ \ 0.31800 \ s .2 2400 0.2 \\ v0 800 2200 0.6 y �e t600 di \ 5 (RR05) ® 2000 1 � • 0.7 ! S CC�31 9 c 0.4 ` / h \\ o,spi"I4� oG, e.. \\ k 0.3 os `dro, 2200 h10NTE 0.3 \ �`\�\ BELLO •�^ o s Hill OPEN SPACE (CCon PRESERVE TRAIL CONDITIONS AND ACCESSIBILI T Y J 0.5 a now NlPine 2400 � � _� R o TRAIL WIDTH GRADE X SLOPE SURFACE NO T E S \ dal ,4 \ Maximum grade 22'� � `��\ �\SR��j t •.• © \ I i I Asphalt surface \ • ' ♦��/� �/ Gate without sales •�05)i' Maximum grade 19^ 'SLI'NE RIDGE ; 160 ft. bog in winter OPEN SPA/CE Alpine t Cross siope to 8 a J 2 Pond PRESERVE Maximum grade 22 0 `, \ • I Surface has trough Short 3' wide section ! LL II I ��) I No hiking stile Maximum grade 20% � Short rocky section [4::1 j Maximum cross slope ® is 6% I > 6 Ft. < 5% I < 2% Smooth ' Slope & Grade LEGEND O 4-6 Ft. 0 5-10% i 0 2-5% " O Loose 30% I 20% C) < 4 Ft.l O > 107 I O > 5% O Rough t 0% * Additional trails and information will be provided as time permits. Attachment A - Sample Inventory Form The scope and methodology for conducting the trail inventory was established by experimentation and consultation with other public agencies and qualified professionals. Section 1.0 of the Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures addresses the basic factors to be considered in the inventory, including trail width, grade, side slope, line of sight, surface condition and natural obstacles. It also states the inventory should include documentation of trail conditions at 500 foot intervals, while also noting other exceptional and unusual features. The plan for compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act added factors to the inventory that related more directly to accessibility needs. Factors such as cross slope and rest areas were added to the inventory list. The method of conducting the inventory was established to ensure consistency in data and credibility in resulting recommendations. An inventory team was comprised of one member of the field staff and a member of the planning staff. Since the recorded information strongly influences the decision making process, it is highly recommended that loth the field staff and planning staff be represented on the inventory team. Volunteers may be substituted for the third member of the team. A sample inventory form is included as Attachment B. The nine factors of the inventory are shown across the top of the form. In the left hand column, distances along the trail segment are recorded at 500 foot intervals and at all locations where there are unusual conditions. Descriptive codes are provided at the bottom to enable the recorder to provide descriptions that can be easily interpreted in a consistent manner at a later date. The back side of the form provides information relating to other aspects of the Trail Use Guidelines and Mitigation Measures. It considers existing and anticipated trail use, trail conflicts, adjacent land uses and mitigation measures that may be undertaken to reduce trail use conflicts. Trail Name: . Inventory Dote: ' . ( . Trail Segment: Inventory Team: (ft.) M Line (Code) Slope Slope (Code) Area (Code/ 11 12 # Distance Width Grade Sight Surface Cross Side Edge Rest Stile Notes 13 14 15 16 17 20 Descriptive Codes | � �urfooeu: (Ro) Rocky, (Bo) Bauorock' <DO> Decomposed granite' (Gr) Gmavo|' (Snn) Smooth, <C| Clay. (Ru) Rutted, As K\s0hab>. (Bo) Bog ~ Edges: (130 Brush, (GO Grass or weedy, (Cu) Curb' (Ro) Railing, (Fe) Fonoo' (Do) Drop off tz Rest areas: (Pu) Pullout, (Svv) Switchback, <Bn> Bench, (De) Deck, (Un) Undeveloped Barriers: (Gal Gate, (Hs) Hiking stile, <Eo> Equestrian Stile, (S|) Single log, (D|) Double log Trail Use Information Hikers Runners Horses Bicycles Wheelchairs Dogs Current trail uses that ✓ are permitted Number of visitors during a peak hour Anticipated change in level of visitation Number citiations issued to visitors Number warnings issued to visitors Number incidents reported by visitors Adjacent Land Use Hiking Running Horses Bicycling Dogs Conflicting Regulations Notes This trail segment connects to a public trail that permits... This trail segment connects to a private trail that permits... This trail segment connects to a oacls Ides �u II emu+ parking lot that accommodates... This trail segment connects to a public road that accommodates... Mitigation Measures Explanation Location Cost Schedule S t e-1, - , v, v �, v� i ADA Classificatinn: Trail Use Classification: LIGSS A Open Space . 1 R-94-44 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-11 April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Final Adoption of Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the Ringo and Meyer Property Additions to the Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul Open S#ce Preserve GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Adopt the revised Preliminary Use and Management P an or the Ringo and Meyer properties as contained in this report, including naming the properties as additions to the Mt. Umunhum Area of the Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve. 2. Indicate your intention to dedicate both properties as public open space. DESCRIPTION (see attached map) At your June 14, 1989 meeting you approved acquisition of the 40 acre Ringo property (see report R-89-90 dated June 7, 1989). A Determination of Public Necessity was adopted on January 24, 1990 resulting from litigation between previous owners of the property and the District (see report R-90-13 dated January 10, 1990). At that time, an additional dispute arose when an adjacent property owner claimed a portion of the Ringo acquisition was believed to be theirs. A final settlement in the latter dispute was reached in January 1994. The settlement resulted in the District confirming title to the Ringo parcel and acquiring two additional small parcels, totalling 1.97 acres (see attached map) and obtaining a right of first refusal on the balance of the Meyer property. The two parcels include a portion of Mt. Umunhum Road and an unimproved road adjacent to the east boundary of the former Ringo parcel. Both parcels are important in enhancing public trail access to Bald Mountain. Escrow for the additions closed February 24, 1994. USE AND MANAGEMENT PLAN Planning Considerations The properties are within the designated corridor for the proposed Bay Area Ridge Trail, and the District has obtained an additional portion of Mt. Umunhum Road, a potential future trail route. 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 • FAX: 415-691-0485 19 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton Preliminary Use and Management Plan Recommendations The following includes revisions to the 1989 Preliminary Use and Management Plan as contained in the original acquisition report for the Ringo property and new recommendations relating to addition of the Meyer property. Dedication: Intention to dedicate the properties as public open space. Name: Name the properties as additions to Mt. Umunhum Area of the Sierra Azui Open Space Preserve. Signs: Install private property and preserve boundary signs where appropriate. Barriers: Install gate on unimproved road at the junction and hairpin turn near the southwest boundary to prohibit public access to the remaining portion of the Meyer property; install gate at the intersection of driveway and Mt. Umunhum Road. Roads: Maintain driveway and connecting road to Bald Mountain for patrol purposes. Public Safety Review: Remove debris adjacent to former trailer and cabin sites; there are no other known hazards. Prepared by: Del Woods, Senior Open Space Planner Contact person: L. Craig Britton, General Manager <e'- �� r� � �` V""""'r� �` i �..`�,`• � tiry - it w � � �'•" v M•�+.. �+,M1t L • lei..\ ,� �, { evb W fra �. 51 F11171 All PAP IPA N®R q �' 4 • 40, ' 11 o�i''' •• , � �� �? �. ��A•./ 'ON• /ram/ ��. _,• .0 � ��;eR'��++�'. , 'Ord I Jr , st • � � • )rTee� ����*� ,��,• ^r ,.! � A!���lF/!•IJ��,� "����r��..+�� •� �. � `�"1!�ill * M �i Former Lands of Ringo Mt. Umunhum Road Additions to Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve ( 1 . 97 Acres MEYER PROPERTY Remains of Cabin Proposed Gate Trail to Bald Mountain SIERRA AZUL OPEN SPACE PRESERVE NORTH Open Space . MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-45 Meeting 94-11 April 13, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Scheduling of Special Meeting on May 14, 1994 GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Schedule a Special Meeting for Saturday, May 14, 1994 beginning at 8:30 a.m. for the purpose of conducting a tour of District lands for local public officials. The meeting will start at the Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve and will continue as the tour progresses. DISCUSSION A Special Meeting needs to be noticed for this tour, as it is anticipated that a quorum of Board members will be present. Prepared by: Malcolm Smith, Public Affairs Manager Contact person: Malcolm Smith, Public Affairs Manager I 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton Open Space a MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of Directors FROM: C. Britton, General Manager ` i DATE: April 7, 1993 SUBJECT: FYI I 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton i Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT April 8, 1994 Mr. Rod Diridon, Chairperson Board of Supervisors Santa Clara County County Government Center - East Wing 70 West Hedding St. San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Historical Preservation Funding for the Restoration of the Historic Grant Cabin in Rancho Sari Antonio Open Space Preserve Dear Chairperson Diridon and Members of the Beard of Supervisors: Thank you for approving the recommendation from the Historical Heritage Commission to fund the restoration of the Grant Cabin in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. The $20,000 that you approved at your April 5th meeting will be used to restore and furnish the interior of the Historic Grant Cabin with trappings of daily life typical of the 1850's. The building's exterior was jointly restored in 1991 by the District and the City of Mountain View. When the interior restoration is complete, the Grant Cabin will be a valuable resource for relating the history of the land to thousands of preserve visitors and students participating in the environmental education programs at the preserve and Deer Hollow Farm. Thank you again for making this project possible. Sincerely, L. raig Britton General Manager cc: MROSD Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin, I eena t fenshaw,Onny Babbitt,Norrette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wing de Wit General rbtanagar:L.Craig Britton i Open Spac- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT April 8, 1994 , Mr. Paul Bernal, Chairperson Historical Heritage Commission Santa Clara County 70 West Hedding Street San Jose, CA 95110 Re: Restoration of the Historic Grant Cabin in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve Dear Chairperson Bernal and Members of the Commission: Thank you for your recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to fund the restoration of the historical Grant Cabin in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. The District is very excited about the project. When restoration is complete, the Grant Cabin will be a valuable historical resource for preserve visitors and students participating in the environmental education programs at the preserve and Deer Hollow Farm. The first phase of the project will include hiring a historical consultant familiar with the exploration and early settlement period of the Bay Area. This consultant would develop a interior restoration plan and itemized artifact acquisition list consistent with the period of time that the Grant brothers lived in the area. We would welcome any suggestions you may have on consultants knowledgeable in this area. Thank you again for making this project possible. S' ely, L. raig Britton General Manager cc: MROSD Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485 Board ot'Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin, reena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nanette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.C'rrig Britton Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT April 7, 1994 Patrick H. Sanchez, Director Parks and Recreation County of San Mateo 590 Hamilton Street, 4th Floor Redwood City, CA 94063 Dear Patrick, This letter will confirm our exchange of telephone messages on April 5 and conversation of April 6, that the date of July 7, 1994 at 4:00 P.M. would be the ideal date and time for the District Board of Directors to have a jointly held public meeting hosted by the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission. This letter will also confirm our meeting of April 27, 1994 at 12:00 Noon, at the District offices, to finalize the agenda for the joint meeting. We look forward to discussing the two agenda items suggested in your letter of March 15. In addition, and if time permits, perhaps we could also exchange ideas on future funding for our respective, but symbiotic, programs. Sincerely, 4C *gon General Manager L B: n C s d cc: MROSD Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 • Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 Board of Oireraors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,(;finny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton Open Space --------------------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT April 4, 1994 The Honorable Tom Campbell State Senator 373 First Street, Suite 100 Los Altos, CA 94022 Dear Senator Campbell: Thank you for taking the time to meet last week with me, Betsy Crowder, and Bob McKibbin of our Board of Directors, and L. Craig Britton and Malcolm Smith of the staff of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. It was a pleasure meeting you and we appreciate your candor and frankness in discussing issues that are of importance to the District. Setting priorities in today's economic and political climate is nothing short of extremely challenging, and we appreciate and fully understand the difficulties you are encountering as you address the tough decisions you need to make as the state senator representing this area. As we stated in closing the meeting, our primary concern is for the protection of our historical source of revenue, that is, a small portion of the annual property tax collected within District boundaries, as approved by the voters in 1972. We feel that the District has been an exemplary guardian of open space,the natural environment, and unspoiled wildlife habitat, as well as a conscientious, cautious, and most effective steward of the public's funds. Again, thank you for your time, and we look forward to meeting you again in the future, and to working with you on issues that are of mutual concern. Sincerely, Pete Siemens, Vice-president Board of Directors PS/mcs cc: Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle • Los Altos, California 94022. 1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX:415-691-0485 Romdol Oit o(1e)rsA'vteSiemens,Roho I M(Kihhin, If-vim I lomhaw,(,inn}(R,ihhitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT March 31, 1994 Nancy Lawver Dearborn Ivy Associates 2420 Sand Hill Road, Suite 101 Menlo Park, CA 94025 Dear Ms. Dearborn: On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, I'd like to extend our thanks to you and Ivy Associates for your professional assistance in providing candidates for the position of District Legal Counsel. You kindly offered your services, at no cost to the District and your support of the District programs in this manner is sincerely appreciated. You provided us with well-qualified candidates who were interviewed along with candidates who applied directly to the District. We are now down to three finalists and hope to complete the process within the next few weeks. Thank you again for your pleasant and professional assistance, we have learned a lot from your sage advice. I have attached a framed picture of Russian Ridge Open Space Preserve as a small token of the District's appreciation of your donated services and hope that you and your family will have occasion to enjoy the District's open space lands. Since ly, i e Sieme -s Vice-President, Board of Directors PS:LCB:snd cc: MROSD Board of Directors 330 Distel Circle Los Altos California 94022-1404 Phone:415-691-1200 t• FAX:415-691-0485 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit JIM Meeting Announcement: SAN MATEO COUNTY RIDGE TRAIL COMMITTEE MEETING When: Wednesday, April 6, 1994 BAY AREA 9:30 am - 12:00 pm RIDGE TRAIL Where: San Pedro Valley Park, Pacifica C O U N C I L 31 1 CALIFORNIA STREET, SUITE 300 Draft Agenda SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA 94104 S �l {� Skyline College Gap Closure Planning Watershed Update California State Trails Day Activity Planning CALPAW telephone schedule sign-ups SAN MATEO COUNTY RIDGE TRAIL COMMITTEE MINUTES Wednesday, February 2, 1994, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Present: Patricia Dixon, Linda Dyson, Nina-H. Eloesser, Bob Emert, Doris Lindfors, Bill Lithgow, Margaret Marshall, Bill Smith. Betsy Crowder and Jim Trumbull were out of town. Jean'Rusmore had poison oak as a result of scouting the Valley View Trail. Skyline College Dedication: Ron Weaver wilt give the presentation to the Board of Directors on March 10. Bill Smith has talked with Nelly at College of San Mateo office about holding the dedication on October in conjunction with their anniversary celebration. Steve Prokop is concerned about the ability of GGNRA to complete construction on the Notch. We will write a letter to Brian O'Neill after the Board presentation about the need for the Notch to be completed as a part of the dedication event. Bill will ask Skyline College if we can set up the Ridge Trail display when they have the groundbreaking ceremony for their new library in April. John Hill, Pacifica planner vwilI be invited to our April meeting to talk about trail signs in Pacifica. on as we know the construction fans for the Notch we'll appoint a committee to work with As so p Skyline College on planning for the dedication. GAP Closure Policies Discussion: Some suggestions were made on the policy: Organizational structure, 4th line: interested parties is vague. Grassroots support: include something recognizing that some groups may oppose, and their concerns need to be addressed. Specific suggestions will be forwarded to the GAP committee. Ron Weaver suggests I t-shirts and food for the GTC (Gap Closure Team) Watershed: Betsy Crowder met with Mark Evanoff, Mary Roberts, Ron Brown and the Water I Department. They are not yet ready to put site specific trails in their Management Plan Review Study. it is only addressing management, not uses for the Watershed at this time. Obvious that a Citizens Advisory Committee will not be established at this time, but we want to continue to suggest that the concept of citizen involvement in the process is healthy and good. San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission thought that we were asking them to appoint their own Citizens Advisory Committee. M Marshall will attend their 3/3 meeting and clarify our intention. Meetings with members of the Board of Supervisors have been going well. Baralles, Lempert, Nevin and Huening have been completed. Weaver and MM will meet with Mary Griffin on March PHONE (415) 391-0697 1 March 8, 1994 m marshall P A x (41 5) 391-2649 Printed an rrcycfrd pnprr MAP 3 0 1994 16. So far all are willing to pass a new resolution of support for the Ridge Trail. Ron Weaver will draft suggested language for a new resolution. MM will pass it by the GAP committee before sending it to Tom Huening, President of the Board. Perhaps the week before California State Trail Days would be a good time for adoption. Letters are being sent to San Mateo County Parks and GGNRA asking for confirmation of their willingness to manage the trail. California State Trail Days: Steve Prokop will communicate with Bill Lithgow, Doris Lindfors and Jean Rusmore, and Pat Dixon about plans for trail days. Valley View trail not ready for use, so exact logistics of each user group still need to be worked out. Steve is planning a hike to Pilarcitos Lake and back. Should he shuttle to Pilarcitos and hike back with the group so that all could rneet at Sweeney Ridge by 1 pm for lunch togethes") A flyer needs to be created-to go to bike and equestrian groups. CALPAW.-Carnt)aian Activities: CALPAW will be doing telephone banks at an office on University Ave. in Palo Alto on. Sunday through Thursday evenings throughout the campaign. We will need to help staff. Sheryl Cochran will represent us and the Santa Clara County committee at a planning meeting on 3/3. Look at your calendars and we'll start to schedule when you can help. Weaver, Lindfors, Smith, Dyson, Marshall, Lithgow, Emert, Dixon all agreed to staff if available. Ilse of dis layjarainsLor iqg: The sub-committee met after our last meeting and analyzed all of our display materials. We need someone to schedule the use of the display and a committee to help with set up and removal. Suggested that we take pictures of the display to show prospective locations. Bob Emert will pursue placing somewhere in the County Government Center. We should write a letter to Bob Walery, Real Property Manager for San Mateo County, 590 Hamilton, and ask it we can use the Hall of Justice lobby. Suggested that we not use the entrance used for the County Jail because of its 24 hour use and lack of security. Would the hallway of the Government Center be a good spot for the large display that was at Coyote Point? MM will suggest-to Wendy,Ragsdale. Business Associates: Nothing to report at this time. County Commission: We merged alternatives 1 and 2 and Doris will take the suggested changes to the Governance Committee meeting. Miscellaneous: Telephone lists of active county committee members were passed out. If you want one just call M Marshall (415-368-7385) Odysey, a publication of the Chevron Travel Club, has published an outstanding article by Jean Rusmore about the Ridge Trail. Doris will alert the office and ask for extra copies for our committee. Nina Eloesser suggests that we contact Green Tortoise, Adventure Travel, 494 Broadway, SF, 94133 (800-227-4765) and ask if they would like to include an outing on the Ridge Trail as part of their travel package. Meeting adjourned just before noon. 2 March 8, 1994 m marshall DIANNE FEINSTEIN COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS CALIFORNIA COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE ON RULES AND ADMINISTRATION united �statcz senate WASHINGTON, DC 20510-0504 March 20, 1994 Mr. L. Craig Britton 71 Pasa Robles Avenue Los Altos, California 94022 Dear Mr. Britton: Thank you for your letter concerning the clean-up of toxic materials at Almaden Air Force Station, T apologize for the delay in responding to your letter. I am pleased to look into this matter for you, and have asked the Department of the Army to consider and comment on the issues you have raised. As soon as I have a response, I will be back in touch with you. In the meantime, thanks again for contacting my office. I hope that I can be of assistance. incerely y , -s Dianne Feinstein United States Senator DF:rcl Cla�dis No. 94-07 Meeting 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5621 110.42 Acme & Sons Sanitation Sanitation Services 5622 4,541.00 All Chemical Disposal, Inc. Underground Tank Removal 5623 205.80 Randy Anderson Reimbursement--Conference Expense and Private Vehicle Expense 5624 207.04 AT&T Telephone Maintenance Agreement 5625 2,009.12 Baron Welding & Iron Works, Inc. Iron Gates 5626 100.00 Bay Area Ridge Trail Council Membership Fees 5627 227.00 Bay Hydraulics, Inc. Equipment Repair 5628 241.00 Best Impressions Promotional Supplies 5629 151.55 Best Sanitation Sanitation Services 5630 325.00 Bettencourt Landscape Landcape Maintenance Services 5631 139.00 Bill 's Towing & Recovery Vehicle Towing 5632 44.00 Binkley Associates Professional Services 5633 31.25 Black Mountain Spring Water Water Service 5634 600.00 Louis Bordi Road Grading 5635 2,500.00 Brian Kangas Foulk Engineering Services 5636 65.63 Cal-Line Equipment Company Equipment Maintenance 5637 94.84 California Water Service Company Water Service 5638 213.00 Capio Conference Registration--M. Smith 5639 299.07 Carsonite International Road Markers 5640 332.42 William S. Chiat Recruitment Expenses--General Manager Position 5641 129.00 Clark's Auto Parts/Machine Shop Vehicle Parts 5642 309.60 Annette Coleman Reimbursement--Draperies for Annex 5643 110.66 Communications Research Radio Repairs 5644 104.38 Patrick Congdon Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5645 2,381.50 Corporate Design Strategies Windy Hill Computerized Map 5646 409.71 Alice Cummings Reimbursement--Film and Mailers 5647 2,500.00 Dana Property Analysis Appraisal Services 5648 641.26 Deluxe Business Forms & Supplies Office Supplies 5649 233.73 Dennis Danielson Reimbursement--Ranger Residence Door 5650 353.62 Emergency Vehicle Systems Vehicle Emergency Parts 5651 95.00 John Escobar Reimbursement--Membership Dues 5652 770.64 David Fisher Legal Services 5653 138,950.00 Flinn, Gray & Herterich Insurance 5654 136.40 Foothill Safety, Inc. Field Supplies 5655 72.58 Four Wheel Parts Wholesalers Vehicle Parts 5656 21.07 G & K Services Shop Towel Service 5657 1,054.43 Gardenland Power Equipment Field Equipment 5658 100.00 *1 Gateway 2000 Office Equipment 5659 67.77 GI Trucking Company Freight Charges 5660 710.00 Karl Goldstein Internship/Consulting Fees 5661 612.33 R. Dan Gooch Recruitment Expenses--General Manager Position 5662 47.10 Goodco Press, Inc. Printing 5663 2,297.32 Gould Architects Professional Services 5664 351.27 W.W. Grainger, Inc. Field Equipment 5665 4,500.00 Greenbelt Alliance GIS Design Study/Software 5666 154.76 Mary Gundert Private Vehicle Expense 5667 3,000.00 The Habitat Restoration Group Restoration Plan for Pulgas Ridge *1 Urgent check issued on April 1, 1994. Claims No. 94-07 Meeting 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description ------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5668 313.93 Virg Harkins Sign Company Sign 5669 1,970.69 Sharon Hall Photography Photographer 5670 164.68 The Home Depot Field Supplies 5671 1,052.50 Huettig & Schrom, Inc. Construction Management Services 5672 60.92 Image Technology, Inc. Art Work 5673 2,777.96 Interstate Traffic Control Signs 5674 275.00 Russ Jordan Layout--Hikes and Walks, Design T-Shirt Art 5675 31.33 Keeble & Shuchat Photography Photo Processing 5676 160.00 Dennis Kobza & Associates, Inc. Architectural Services 5677 327.60 Konica Business Machines Photocopier Maintenance Agreement 5678 49.26 John Kowaleski Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5679 126.63 Lab Safety Supply, Inc. Safety Supplies 5680 200.00 La Honda Vista Water Company Water Service 5681 386.45 Langley Hill Quarry Base Rock 5682 175.15 Thomas Lausten Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5683 174.28 Judy Law Reimbursement--Permit and Private Vehicle Expense 5684 209.96 Lexington Quarry Base Rock 5685 1,384.25 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental 5686 40.00 *2 Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Entry Fee for Graphics Competition 5687 90.00 Los Altos Climber of Commerce Membership Fee 5688 160.00 Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5689 2,648.45 Merwin (Bucky) Mace Consulting Services 5690 310.53 Mackall 's Service Equipment Repair 5691 200.00 Kevin MacKay Resource Management Intern 5692 1,400.00 Magana's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services 5693 140.45 Julie McCullough Reimbursement--Conference Expense and Membership Dues 5694 113.00 Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5695 232.27 Kenneth Miller Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5696 3,975.94 Milstone Geotechnical Consulting Services 5697 574.34 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies 5698 337.74 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 5699 271.32 *3 Monta Vista Travel Conference Expense--C. Britton 5700 5,000.00 J. Moore Methods Survey Retainer 5701 125.00 Mountain View Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5702 1,037.20 Murray & Murray Legal Services 5703 200.00 NAGC International Blue Pencil Entry Fee for Graphics Competition Competition 5704 5,000.00 Natural Resources & Employment Vegetation Removal--Pulgas Ridge Program 5705 143.18 National Mailing Services Postage and Handling 5706 244.50 New Tribe Field Equipment 5707 116.43 Noble Ford Tractor Inc. Tractor Parts and Maintenance 5708 141.85 Northern Energy Propane Fuel 5709 3,198.00 Stanley Norton Third Quarter 93 Litigation 5710 111.73 Nucleus Fast Fashion Uniform Expense 5711 465.51 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies 5712 2,197.01 Pacific Bell Telephone Service *2 Urgent check issued on March 30, 1994. *3 Urgent check issued on April 5, 1994. Claim_ _.o. 94-07 Meeting 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Description Name --------- ---------------- Amount --------------------- ------------------------------------------ Sanitation Services -5621 110.42 Acme & Sons Sanitation Underground Tank Removal 5622 4,541.00 All Chemical Disposal , Inc. Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5623 205.80 Randy Anderson and Private Vehicle Expense Telephone Maintenance Agreement 5624 207.04 AT&T Inc. Iron Gates 5625 2,009.12 Baron Welding & Iron Works, Membership Fees 5626 100.00 Bay Area Ridge Trail Council Equipment Repair 5627 227.00 Bay Hydraulics, Inc. Promotional Supplies 5628 241.00 Best Impressions Sanitation Services 5629 151.55 Best Sanitation Landcape Maintenance Services 5630 325.00 Bettencourt Landscape Vehicle Towing 5631 139.00 Bill 's Towing & Recovery Professional Services 5632 44.00 Binkley Associates Water Service 5633 31.25 Black Mountain Spring Water Road Grading 5634 600.00 Louis Bordi Engineering Services 5635 2,500.00 Brian Kangas Foulk Equipment Maintenance 5636 65.63 Cal-Line Equipment Company 94.84 California Water Service Carnpany Water Service 5637 Conference Registration--M. �nith 5638 213.00 Capio Road Markers 5639 299.07 Carsonite International Recruitment Expenses--General 5640 332.42 William S. Chiat Manager Position Vehicle Parts 5641 129.00 Clarks Auto Parts/Machine Shop Reimbursement--Draperies for Annex j 5642 309.60 Annette Coleman Radio Repairs 5643 110.66 Communications Research Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5644 104.38 Patrick Congdon Computerized Map Corporate Design Strategies Windy Hill 5645 2,381.50 P Reimbursement--Film and Mailers 5646 409.71 Alice Cumming Appraisal Services 5647 2,500.00 Dana Property Analysis Office Supplies 5648 641.26 DeLuxe Business Forms & suppliesReimbursement--Ranger Residence Door 23 3.73 Dennis Danielson Vehicle EmergencY Parts 5649 Veh�. Systems S s Vehicle y _ hi Due 5650 353.62 Emergency Reimbursement- Members p 5651 95.00 John Escobar Legal Services 5652 770.64 David Fisher Insurance 5653 138,950.00 Flinn, Gray & lie rterich Field Supplies 5654 136.40 Foothill Safety, Inc. Vehicle Parts 5655 72.58 Four Wheel Parts Wholesalers Shop Towel Service 5656 21.07 G & K Services Field Equipment 054.43 Gardenland Power Equipment office Equipment 56 57 1 0 5658 100.00 *1 Gateway 2000 Fre ight ght Charges r g es 5659 67.77 GI Trucking Company Internship/Consulting Fees 5660 710.00 Karl Goldstein Recruitment Expenses--General eral 5661 612.33 R. Dan Gooch Manager Position Printing 5662 47.10 Goodco Press, Inc. professional Services 5663 2,297.32 Gould Architects Field Equipment 5664 351.27 W.W. Grainger, Inc. GIs Design Study/Software 5665 4,500.00 Greenbelt Alliance Private Vehicle Expense 5666 154.76 Mary Gundert Restoration Plan for Pulgas Ridge 5667 3,000.00 The Habitat Restoration Group *1 Urgent check issued on April 1, 1994. Claims No. 94-07 Meeting 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5668 313.93 Virg Harkins Sign Company Sign 5669 1,970.69 Sharon Hall Photography Photographer 5670 164.68 The Home Depot Field Supplies 5671 1,052.50 Huettig & Schromm, Inc. Construction Management Services 5672 60.92 Image Technology, Inc. Art Work 5673 2,777.96 Interstate Traffic Control Signs 5674 275.00 Russ Jordan Layout--Hikes and Walks, Design T-Shirt Art 5675 31.33 Keeble & Shuchat Photography Photo Processing 5676 160.00 Dennis Kobza & Associates, Inc. Architectural Services 5677 327.60 Konica Business Machines Photocopier Maintenance Agreement 5678 49.26 John Kowaleski Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5679 126.63 Lab Safety Supply, Inc. Safety Supplies 5680 200.00 La Honda Vista Water Company Water Service 5681 386.45 Langley Hill Quarry Base Rock 5682 175.15 Thomas Lausten Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5683 174.28 Judy Law Reimbursement--Permit and Private Vehicle Expense 5684 209.96 Lexington Quarry Base Rock 5685 1,384.25 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental 5686 40.00 *2 Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Entry Fee for Graphics Competition 5687 90.00 Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5688 160.00 Los Gatos Chamber of Comnerce Membership Fee 5689 2,648.45 Merwin (Bucky) Mace Consulting Services 5690 310.53 Mackall 's Service Equipment Repair 5691 200.00 Kevin MacKay Resource Management Intern 5692 1,400.00 Magana's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services 5693 140.45 Julie McCullough Reimbursement--Conference Expense and Membership Dues 5694 113.00 Menlo Park Chamber of Comnerce Membership Fee 5695 232.27 Kenneth Miller Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5696 3,975.94 Milstone Geotechnical Consulting Services 5697 574.34 Minton's Lumber & Supply Field Supplies 5698 337.74 Monogram Sanitation Sanitation Supplies 5699 271.32 *3 Monta Vista Travel Conference Expense--C. Britton 5700 5,000.00 J. Moore Methods Survey Retainer 5701 125.00 Mountain View Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5702 1,037.20 Murray & Murray Legal Services 5703 200.00 NAGC International Blue Pencil Entry Fee for Graphics Competition Competition 5704 5,000.00 Natural Resources & Employment Vegetation Removal--Pulgas Ridge Program 5705 143.18 National Mailing Services Postage and Handling 5706 244.50 New Tribe Field Equipment 5707 116.43 Noble Ford Tractor Inc. Tractor Parts and Maintenance 5708 141.85 Northern Energy Propane Fuel 5709 3,198.00 Stanley Norton Third Quarter 93 Litigation 5710 111.73 Nucleus Fast Fashion Uniform Expense 5711 465.51 Orchard Supply Hardware Field Supplies 5712 2,197.01 Pacific Bell Telephone Service *2 Urgent check issued on March 30, 1994. *3 Urgent check issued on April 5, 1994. Claims No. 94-07 Meeting 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5713 450.00 Pacific Finishings Company Metal Furniture Repainted 5714 125.00 Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5715 25.00 City of Palo Alto Parking Examiner Services 5716 64.49 Parkland Associates Field Supplies 5717 175.15 Loro Paterson Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5718 3,388.63 Paul 's Draperies Blinds for Tenants--Distel Circle 5719 20.97 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Bluelines 5720 30.71 Pierce Business Products Equipment Repair 5721 280.78 Pilarcitos Quarry Base Rock 5722 2,070.28 Pine Cone Lumber Fence Posts 5723 711.10 PIP Printing Printing 5724 159.17 Pitney Bowes Credit Corporation Postage Meter Rental 5725 2,000.00 Postage by Phone Postage 5726 350.00 Price Club Field Supplies 5727 98.00 Michael Quane Law Enforcement Consulting 5728 76.97 Patty Quillin Reimbursement--Printing 5729 203.00 Redwood City Chamber of Commerce Membership Fees 5730 165.20 Regal Dodge Vehicle Repairs 5731 2,197.72 Rich's Tire Service Tires 5732 3,931.80 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 5733 318.54 S & W Equipment Company Field Equipment 5734 902.50 Sandis Humber Jones Engineering Services 5735 296.04 David Sanguinetti Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5736 2,482.20 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Services Department 5737 4,928.96 Seafirst Bank Paying Agent Fees 5738 32,716.00 Sevan Construction, Inc. Construction--Rancho Ranger Facility 5739 212.38 Shell Oil Company Fuel 5740 403.25 Jana Sokale Consulting Services 5741 25.00 Special Districts Association Annual Dues 5742 7.58 The Stove Works Stove Pipe 5743 105.00 Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce Membership Fees 5744 94.02 Summit Uniforms Uniform Expense 5745 147.22 *4 Tap Plastics Brochure Holders 5746 36.56 Taylor Rental Equipment Rental 5747 3,851.52 Teater & Etc Production of Visitor's Guide Map 5748 643.00 Anne Unterberger Shorthand Reporter 5749 3,000.00 United Soils Engineering Testing and Inspection Services 5750 62.87 Unocal Fuel 5751 1,360.89 Valley Oil Company Fuel 5752 270.00 Valley Title Company Title Report 5753 1,062.24 Vanier Business Forms & Services Printing 5754 742.29 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense 5755 30.28 WMI: Port-o-let Sanitation Services 5756 449.95 Del Woods Reimbursement--Software 5757 299.46 Yardbird Equipment Company Field Equipment 5758 43.43 Joan Young Reimbursement--Volunteer Refreshments *4 Urgent check issued on March 29, 1994. I Clai o. 94-07 Meeti..,$ 94-11 Date: Apr. 13, 1994 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Name Description ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5713 450.00 Pacific Finishings Company Metal Furniture Repainted 5714 125.00 Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce Membership Fee 5715 25.00 City of Palo Alto Parking Examiner Services 5716 64.49 Parkland Associates Field Supplies 5717 175.15 Loro Paterson Reimbursement--Conference Expense 5718 3,388.63 Paul 's Draperies Blinds for Tenants--Distel Circle 5719 20.97 Peninsula Blueprint, Inc. Bluelines 5720 30.71 Pierce Business Products Equipment Repair 5721 280.78 Pilarcitos Quarry Base Rock 5722 2,070.28 Pine Cone Lumber Fence Posts 5723 711.10 PIP Printing Printing 5724 159.17 Pitney Bowes Credit Corporation Postage Meter Rental 5725 2,000.00 Postage by Phone Postage 5726 350.00 Price Club Field Supplies 5727 98.00 Michael Quane Law Enforcement Consulting 5728 76.97 Patty Quillin Reimbursement--Printing 5729 203.00 Redwood City Chamber of Commerce Membership Fees 5730 165.20 Regal Dodge Vehicle Repairs 5731 2,197.72 Rich's Tire Service Tires 5732 3,931.80 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 5733 318.54 S & W Equipment Company Field Equipment 5734 902.50 Sandis Humber Jones Engineering Services 5735 296.04 David Sanguinetti Reimbursement--Field Supplies 5736 2,482.20 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Services Department 5737 4,928.96 Seafirst Bank Paying Agent Fees 5738 32,716.00 Sevan Construction, Inc. Construction--Rancho Ranger Facility 5739 212.38 Shell oil Company Fuel 5740 403.25 Jana Sokale Consulting Services 5741 25.00 Special Districts Association Annual Dues 5742 7.58 The Stove Works Stove Pipe 5743 105.00 Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce Membership Fees 5744 94.02 SuTmit Uniforms Uniform Expense 5745 147.22 *4 Tap Plastics Brochure Holders 5746 36.56 Taylor Rental Equipment Rental 5747 3,851.52 Teater & Etc Production of Visitor's Guide Map 5748 643.00 Anne Unterberger Shorthand Reporter 5749 3,000.00 United Soils Engineering Testing and Inspection Services 5750 62.87 Unocal Fuel 5751 1,360.89 Valley Oil Company Fuel 5752 270.00 Valley Title Company Title Report 5753 1,062.24 Vanier Business Forms & Services Printing 5754 742.29 The Workingman's Emporium Uniform Expense 5755 30.28 WMI: Port-o-let Sanitation Services 5756 449.95 Del Woods Reimbursement--Software 5757 299.46 Yardbird Equipment Company Field Equipment 5758 43.43 Joan Young Reimbursement--Volunteer Refreshments 5759 600.00 Rachel Oppendahl Consulting Services 5760 42.00 Santa Clara Valley Water District Local Meeting Expense 5761 481.99 Petty Cash Film and Developing,Training Expense, Office and Field Supplies, Vehicle Parts, Postage, Resource Documents, Local Meeting Expense, and Private Vehicle Expense *4 Urgent check issued on March 29, 1994.