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19940707 - Agenda Packet - Board of Directors (BOD) - 94-19
Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Meeting 94-19 SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT AND THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF SAN MATEO COUNTY 4:00 P.M. Room 401, County Administration Building Thursday County of San Mateo July 7, 1994 590 Hamilton Street Redwood City, California (Parking available in lot immediately south of the County Administration Building off Middlefield Road) (4:00) ROLL CALL AND INTRODUCTIONS i ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS I ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR BOARD BUSINESS 1. Preliminary Report of San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee of Additional Bicycle Access in County Parks 2. Impact of Proposition 180's Defeat 3. Preliminary Report of San Mateo County Alternative Funding Committee 4. Discussion of the San Francisco Water Department Watershed Management Alternatives *** 5. Cancellation of July 13 Regular Meeting -- C. Britton INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Commissioners & Board Members *** REVISED CLAIMS (Consent Item) (6:00) ADJOURNMENT *** All items on the consent calendar shall be approved without discussion by one motion unless a Board member removes an item from the consent calendar for separate discussion. A member of the public m r r r r may request under • sl communications that an stem be removed from the consent calendar. 330 Distel Circle * Los Altos, California 94022-1404 * Phone: 415-691-1200 * FAX: 415-691-0485 0 Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Han ko, Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Manager:L.Craig Britton O 1 SpaceOpen --------------- MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AGENDA 1:00 P.M. Tuesday July 5, 1994 (3:00) ROLL CALL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public ADOPTION OF AGENDA I COMMITTEE BUSINESS I (3:05) 1. Effects on the District of Proposition 180's loss, and the outlook for long-term funding 2. Discussion on formation of a Friends of Open Space committee P j 3. District legislative program 4. Scheduling of next meeting and proposed items for next agenda A. Public notification policies B. Review of changes to Site Naming and Gift Recognition Policies C. Memorial for Wallace Stegner D. Other items proposed for the next agenda (4:30) ADJOURNMENT c\amcs\commitee\1fpa\5ag 330 Distel Circle # Los Altos, California 94022-1404 $ Phone: 415-691-1200 * FAX: 415-691-0485 board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin, l eena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder',Win de Wit a Parks & Recreation Commission BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RUBEN BARRALES MARY GRIFFIN EDNA deLARIOS TOM HUENING ROLITO M.RECIO TED LEMPERT JOSEPH SCOTT MICHAEL D.NEVIN NITA R.SPANGLER COUNTY OF SAN MATED 590 HAMILTON STREET,4TH FLOOR * REDWOOD CITY - CALIFORNIA 94063 (415)363-4020 June 13 , 1994 Craig Britton, Executive Director Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, CA 94022-1404 Dear Craig: Attached you' ll find the Agenda for our joint meeting between the Parks and Recreation Commission of San Mateo County and the Board of Directors from the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. This meeting will be held on July 7 at 4 : 00 P.M. in Room 401 of the County Administrative Offices. Parking for your Board Members can be secured in the lot immediately south of the County Administration building off of Middlefield Road. My expectation is the meeting would last 12 - 2 hours. We will be providing refreshments for the meeting. The agenda identifies subjects which you and I previously discussed: (a) the preliminary report of our bicycle trails subcommittee from our Trails Advisory Committee; (b) what the defeat of CAL-PAW really means; (c) the interim report of the Alternative Funding Committee; (d) the preliminary alternative approach from the San Francisco Watershed. If I can answer any further questions regarding the agenda or their attachments, please do not hesitate to contact me at 363- 4020. Respectfully, Patrick H. e5, Director Parks and Recreation PHS:ac Attachment SANCHEZ\ CBRITFON.LE'T JUN 17 199+1 Parks & Recreation Commission BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RUBEN BARRALES EDNA deLARIOS MARY GRIFFIN TOWHUENING DERREL B. Do PASSE TED LEMPERT ROLITO M. RECIO MICHAEL D. NEVIN JOSEPH SCOTT NITA R. SPANGLER COUNTY OF SAN M..ALr.P. EO COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER • REDWOOD CITY • CALIFORNIA94063 (415)363-4020 JOINT MEETING OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF SAN MATEO COUNTY AND MROSD BOARD OF DIRECTORS JULY 7 , 1994 4 : 00 P.M. ROOM 401 COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING I. Introductions II. Oral and Written Communications III. Preliminary Report of San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee of additional Bicycle Access in County Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix "All IV. The defeat of CAL-PAW. . . What does it mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix IIBII V. Preliminary Report of San Mateo County Alternative Funding Committee . . . . . . . . Appendix IICII VI. Discussion of the San Francisco Water Department Watershed Management Alternatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix I'D" VII. Informational Reports . . . . Commissioners & Board Members VIII. Adjournment SANCHEZ\ JTN4TG07.07 Californians for Parks & Wildlife 1994 SAN MATEO COUNTY BENEFITS The Parks and Wildlife Initiative(known as CALPAW'94)is a general obligation bond act which will provide nearly$2 billion to acquire,protect and develop parkland,wildlife habitat,prime agricultural land,coastal areas,river habitat,safe neighborhood parks, as well as cultural and historical resources. This is accomplished by three methods: (1)designated regional projects,specifying where and how funds will be spent. (2)Per capit-, Allocations and the Roberti-Z'berg-Harris(R22-1)block grant process,available to community park and recreation agencies. Per capita allocations are based solely on population,and RZH block grants are based on urban recreational needs. (3)Competitive grant projects will be selected based on their merits in the appropriate categories. Designated San Mateo County Projects ($26.1 million) Belmont Open Space 1 Butano Park,Gazos Creek 2 King Mountain Preserve 6 San Bruno Mountain 3 San Mateo Coastal 14 San Pedro Point Ecological .1 Regional Projects That Could Benefit San Mateo County ($76 million) Bay Area Ridge Trail 15 Wetlands Restoration 15 South Bay Wetlands 13 Bay Trail 3 Midpeninsula Open Space 30 II III 1994 Bond Act Per Capita Allocations&Roberti-Zberg-Harris Block Grants estimate based on 1988 population figures ($4,202,615) Atherton,City of $ 40,942 Belmont,City of $ 108,087 Brisbane,City of $ 34,131 Burlingame,City of $ 118,155 Colma,City of $ 30,954 Daly City,City of $ 367,762 East Palo Alto,City of $ 81,702 Foster City,City of $ 126,814 Half Moon Bay,City of $ 30,000 Highlands R.D. $ 33,545 Hillsborough,City of $ 48,203 Ladera R.D. $ 32,181 Menlo Park,City of $ 121,042 Midpeninsula R.P.D.-San Mateo$ 455,266 Millbrae,City of $ 90,497 Pacifica,City of $ 161,927 Portola Valley,Town of $ 36,081 Redwood City,City of $ 262,492 San Bruno,City of $ 154,609 San Carlos,City of $ 115,474 San Mateo,City of $ 364,808 San Mateo,County of $ 1,124,201 So.San Francisco,City of $ 226,039 Woodside,Town of $ 37,703 Statewide Competitive Grant Funding That Could Benefit San Mateo County ($90 million) Archaeological 5 At-Risk Youth Programs 10 Community Conservation Corps 15 Historical 10 River Parkways 15 Trails is Urban Forests 5 Urban Streams 15 Statewide Projects That Could Benefit San Mateo County ($163 million) Boating &Waterways 5 Coastal Conservancy 30 Redwoods 25 Salmonids 5 State Park Acq.(unallocated) 25 State Park Development 20 State Parks Cultural 5 State Parks Historical 4 State Parks Stewardship 10 State Parks Trails 8 Wildlife Conservation Board 19 Wild Trout Habitat 5 The above information illustrates funds available to San Mateo County if CALPAW'94 is passed by voters in June 1994. SAN MATEO COUNTY REGIONAL PROJECTS INCLUDED IN CALPAW '94 SAN FRANCISCO BAY WETLANDS (SOUTH) - CCY: DESCR[IMON- TEXT- "Eight million dollars ($8,000,000) for the acquisition,enhancement,and restoration of existing and historic wetlands, including associated upland habitats, in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties." SAN FRANCISCO BAY WETLANDS SOUTH - WCB, DESCRIPTION- TEXT- "Five million dollars ($5,000,000) for the acquisition, enhancement,and restoration of existing and historic wetlands, including associated upland habitats, in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties." I :.� SAN MATEO COUNTY LOCAL PROJECTS INCLUDED IN CALPAW '94 BELMONT OPEN SPACE TRAIL SYSTEM: DESCRIPTION-This project would help fund the city of Belmont's efforts to develop multi-use and single use trails throughout the City's open space areas. Multi-use trails would serve hikers, equestrians,and bicyclists and also provide emergency vehicle access to currently inaccessible areas. Single use trails would be narrow, more secluded, natural hiking trails. These trails would serve not only Belmont, but surrounding communities as well. TEXT- "One million dollars ($1,000,000)to the City of Belmont for development of the Open Space Trail System, Western Hills Area." These funds would be administered by the State Parks Dept. BUTANO PARK GAZOS CREEK WATERSHED: DESCRIPTION- This project would fund an 1,800-acre addition to Butano State Park. The addition would include the north slope of the Gazos Creek watershed, extending the southeast portion of the park to Gazos Creek, its natural ecological boundary. The lands would form a bridge between Butano and Cascade Ranch State Parks and also compliment an adjoining 524-acre expansion toward Big Basin Redwoods State Park. This acquisition includes old growth redwoods and rich riparian habitat on both sides of Gazos Creek. These lands are threatened by logging. The Sempervirens fund is working on this project. TEXT- "Two million dollars ($2,000,000) for the expansion of Butano State Park linking Butano and Cascade Ranch State Parks, and acquiring land along lower Gazos Creek." These funds would be administered by the State Parks Dept. I I KINGS MOUNTAIN PRESERVE: I DESCRIPTION- This project would complete the funding for acquisition of 1,400 acres of riparian, redwood and mixed growth forest in the Crystal Springs watershed area. These lands are highly visible and provide a valuable scenic backdrop for the midpeninsula area. The project e Trail connection and make possible the "City to the Sea" trail, connecting Redwood City and would provide a major Ridge r 1� Y adjacent cities to the Pacif ic Ocean. J I The project would establish the Kings Mountain Recreation Area and Open Space ace Preserve which would be a art of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. This project is being worked on by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Peninsula Open Space Trust and the Save the Redwoods League. TEXT- "Six million dollars ($6,000,000) for establishment of the Kings Mountain Recreation Area and Open Space Preserve in San Mateo County, provided that any unspent funds under this project remaining after June 1, 1997 may be spent by the District on any other property eligible to be acquired under this chapter." These funds would be granted to the Mid Peninsula Open Space District from the State Parks Dept. SAN BRUNO MOUNTAIN PRESERVE: DESCRIPTION-This project would help fund the preservation of lands of celebrated scientific interest on San Bruno Mountain. The project would expand the preserve and provide for restoration of lands being overrun by non-native plants. The preserve is an area where several habitat zones converge, resulting in an unusual mix of plants and wildlife. There are three federally-listed endangered species of butterfly, the San Francisco Garter Snake and 15 rare or endangered plants. West/cast exposures create diverse conditions and habitat. All of these values are being threatened by invasive vegetation. The area represents a rare, relatively-intact, remnant of the unique native ecosystem of the northern peninsula. It i 4 ' includes a spring and a year-round creek and provide shelter for raccoons, foxes, hawks and eagles. In addition, the area contains significant Ohlone Indian shell mounds. These mounds and areas near them contain household remains, home sites, artifacts and tools, and often - human remains. Shell mounds provide our best clues to how these early people lived, ate, took shelter, celebrated their culture and religion, and lived out their lives. San Bruno Mountain contains at least six archaeological sites within a one kilometer radius. These are some of the last remaining undisturbed sites in the San Francisco Bay Area and includes the largest mound on the west shore of San Francisco Bay. The area is used extensively for educational programs and serves a highly urbanized area. It has been proposed to utilize the San Francisco Conservation Corps to eradicate non-native plant species and restore damaged ecosystems in the preserve.This would provide disadvantaged youth with an opportunity to become exposed to potential careers in the emerging field of environmental restoration. The Conservation Corps and the Conservation Biology Program at San Francisco State University are developing a "Corps-to-College" program which would dovetail smoothly with this project. The project would also provide a study and documentation of the most effective ways to restore areas claimed by a variety of exotic (non-native)plant species. These lands are being threatened by encroaching development. The project is being worked on by the Bay Area Land Watch, California Native Plant Society, the Ohlone People, Society for California Archaeology,The Archaeological Conservancy and the Trust for Public Land. TEXT- "Three million dollars ($3,000,000) for acquisition, preservation and ecological restoration of natural lands containing significant cultural and natural resources on San Bruno Mountain, including Native American shell mounds, and habitat for rare, endangered and threatened butterflies, reptiles and native plants." These funds would be administered by the Coastal Conservancy. SAN MATEO COASTAL: DESCRIPTION- This project would fund the acquisition of coastal property in San Mateo County that has certain features. The criteria is designed to prioritize available land into a logical order of importance. The most desirable lands would have coastal frontage, scenic corridors, sensitive habitat or wetlands, be close to urban areas, connected to other protected open space or designated for agriculture or timber production. Property must contain at least three of those elements to be eligible for acquisition with these funds. Lands similar to those found in and around Mori Point, Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and San Pedro Point are examples of high ranking properties. The Peninsula Open Space Trust is working on this project. TEXT- "Fourteen million dollars ($14,000,000) for acquisition of, and for grants to public agencies or nonprofit organizations for acquisition of, coastal lands within San Mateo County that meet three or more of the following criteria, with preference given to the lands meeting the largest number of criteria: (1) ocean frontage, (2) state or county scenic corridor, (3) designated in the County General Plan as Agriculture or Timber Production, (4) sensitive habitat or wetlands, (5) close proximity to urban areas, or(6) adjacent to other permanently dedicated public or private natural lands, such as Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Mori Point, and San Pedro Point. These funds shall not be used for urban waterfronts or for lot consolidation projects pursuant to Chapters 5 (commencing with Section 31200) and 7 (commencing with Section 31300)of Division 21." SAN PEDRO POINT: DESCRIPTION- This project would help the City of Pacifica or a non-profit group return degraded public lands at San Pedro Point to a natural state. This restoration of native plant habitat will make the land more suitable for wildlife and increase its visual appeal. The City of Pacifica is working on this project. TEXT- "One hundred thousand dollars ($100,000)to the City of Pacifica or to a nonprofit organization for restoration of native plant habitat on publicly owned land at San Pedro Point." These funds would be granted to the City of Pacifica or a non-profit organization from the Coastal Conservancy. 1 COUNTY OF SAN MATEO ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AGENCY INTER-DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE MAY 11, 1994 DATE: PATRICK SANCHEZ, DIRECTOR, PARKS AND RECREATION TO: BETSY CROWDER, TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE' FROM: TRANSMISSION OF TAC REPORT TO PARKS AND RECREATION SUBJECT: COMMISSION Attached is the Trails Advisory Committee report on Bicycle Access . We would appreciate it if you would place this on the Agenda for the Parks and Recreation Commission as soon as possible. Thank you. Attachment BC:ub I ICI I � I i I COUNTY OF SAN MATEO PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION INTER-DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE DATE: MAY 10, 1994 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION TO: TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FROM: SUBJECT: BICYCLE ACCESS TO TRAILS RECOMMENDATION: Add the following trails to those already designated in San Mateo County Parks for Mountain Bicycle use: San Bruno Mountain Park - East Ridge Trail Huddart Park - Richards Road Trail Pescadero Park - Towne Fire Road BACKGROUND Since mountain bicycling has become an increasingly popular activity in San Mateo County, the Trails Advisory Committee believes that it is the responsible approach of land managers to have appropriate policies in place to deal with the users, demands for places to ride. San Mateo County ordinances prohibit bicycle riding in County parks except on designated trails and public roads. Ten (10) trails and roads in San Mateo County parks are designated for bicycle use (See Appendix A) . In addition, upper Alpine Road, an unpaved historic county road, closed to motor vehicles, is open to mountain bicyclists . It is a through route from the valley floor to the Skyline Boulevard area. The remaining County trails are open only to hikers and equestrians. Some members of the Trails Advisory Committee asked the Committee to look into the question of increasing the number of trails where bicycle riding would be permitted, so a sub-committee was formed. The Bicycle Access Sub-committee was composed of members of three user groups: hikers, bicyclists and equestrians . In about 14 months of field trips and meetings, the sub-committee evaluated seven (7) County trails for such characteristics as percent of grade, sight distance, side slope, width, soil surface and sensitive habitat. Presence or absence of rangers also was considered. -1- The sub-committee presented data on six (6) trails that it had evaluated* to the full Trails Advisory Committee. The full Committee spent a great deal of time discussing this proposal and finally took a vote, which resulted in the present recommendation. A tally of the vote is included (Appendix B) . It must be emphasized that even though there was a majority vote for three (3) trails recommended, there was a strong minority opinion that believed no more County trails should be opened to bicycling users . Concerns were expressed about the safety of other users, damage to park resources, liability to the County, and expectation that the bicyclists would not restrict themselves to designated trails . Additional monitoring or patrol costs were anticipated. Those favoring expanded bicycle use believe that increased signage, user education, volunteer trail patrols, and increased ranger patrols would forestall anticipated problems. The bicyclists feel that the County has not met the needs of its mountain bicycling community in its park system, and would particularly like more access from the flatlands to the Skyline area in the center of the County. Mountain bicyclists contend that they are no greater safety risk or liability than any other user group. DISCUSSION OF RECOMMENDED TRAILS ' San Bruno Mountain Park - East Ridge Trail This service road for the transmission towers was once heavily used by four-wheel drive vehicles . Its generous width and good sight distance make it suitable for multiple uses. it has beautiful views of San Francisco Bay and the Peninsula, but does not provide a loop experience. This park is heavily used by nature study groups and individuals, who stop on the trail to sightsee, study the plants and take photographs, and are not always aware of other users . Careful monitoring of this trail will be necessary to make sure users do not stray from the tread into the sensitive areas of the Habitat Conservation Plan. Huddart Park - Richards Road This historic logging road where the denuded forest has now re- grown would provide a link between the flatlands of San Mateo County and the Skyline area in the central County. opening Richards Road to mountain bicycle use may reduce the amount of bicycle traffic on nearby winding Ring' s Mountain road. Allowing multiple use in Huddart Park would serve to balance the *Edgewood County Park was removed from consideration after it was declared a natural preserve. -2- 4"k recreational needs of all users, as it is not anticipated that bicycles will he permitted in Wunderlich Park. Those opposed to designating Richards Road as a bicycle trail say to virtually all trails in that Richards Road provides access Huddart Park. The lower half of the park is heavily used by hikers, equestrians, and families with children. Pescadero Creek Park - Towne Fire Road The Towne Fire Road and paved roads in the area, provide the opportunity to form a loop trail with the Old Haul Road which already permits multiple use. Pescadero Park is a very beautiful area with relatively low usage. Towne Fire Road has some steep sections . Low user density reduces the likelihood of conflict or collision. The presence of a parallel single track trail provides a preferred route for equestrians and hikers over most of its length. Those opposed to opening this trail to mountain bicycle use have several concerns : although the trail is flat along the ridgeline, some parts seem too steep for safe bicycling; it gives access to several other trails in the park, tempting bicyclists to stray; rangers cannot adequately patrol the park' s 7, 000 acres; much of the park is very isolated and anyone injured may not get help for a long time. The Jack Brook Horse Camp is located off this trail, and is a very popular spot for group rides and overnight camping. Summary The Trails Advisory Committee has found this a very difficult issue to work on, and has done its best to present the differing points of view that were expressed during this study. If the Commission wishes to designate these three trails as an addition to the existing ten (10) trails in the County permitting bicycles, it is recommended that full public hearings be held to air all points of view. The Trails Advisory Committee wishes to thank Park Superintendent Bob Emert for his assistance and advice during this process . Betsy Crowder, Co-Chairman Trails Advisory Committee Attachments : Appendix A, Excerpt from San Mateo County Ordinance Code Appendix B, Tally of Ballots on Bicycle Access, TAC BC:ub -3- Excerpt from San t-lateo County Ordinance Code Section 3388 . 3 OPERATION OF BICYCLES person shall operate a bicycle in a County Park or Recreatic- Area other than on a path designed for that purpose or on a pave` vehicular road. Bicyclist's shal'I ride in single file when two more are operating as a group . pl * Desianated Eicvcle Trails Sawyer Camp Trail San Bruno Mountain State and County Park Old Guadelu me Trail Saddle . Loo o Trail Radio Road Day Camp Access Trail Pescaderc Creek County Park Old Haul Road Bridge Trail Camp Pomponic Road Portcla State Park Road San Pedro Valley County Park I.-Jeiler Ranch Road trail Alt APPENDIX B BALLOT: TAC STUDY OF BICYCLE ACCESS Place "X" on the fine that indicates your choice Please write comments on a separate sheet Recommend Not Recommend To- Priorities ** Vo SAN BRUNO MTN. , 4-4-4 Ridge Trail ( east of Summit) _8 __6__ HUDDART PARK 1-1-2 Richards Rd. Trail __2__ __7__ 1 2-3-5 Archery Range Trail WUNDERLICH PARK 3 Alambique Trail 2 _ 13__ 1 6 Skyline Trail (Ridge Trail) __2__ _ 13__ 1= SAM MACDONALD /PESCADERO PARK 2-1-3 Towne Fire Trail * one member had no 6pinion on this trail . ** Three members identified priorities indicating the trails importance to bicyclists. 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San: Mateo County Parlcs and Recreation Commission Alterna.v Fund o ng Cry INTERIM REPORT Board of Supervisors Park and Recreation Commission Meeting June 7, 1994 Environmental Services Agency Parks and Recreation Division ? y f f } F }f� x S, ft`{r•.; ...... ....}..+c!az}�....r.•.6 S''.'.:rt..tr,�•w�`J �}..:t { +z'.t.,... �tx.....3::.t.,'?#5�`r,�ci`a'x+�'-r`J.?t.....t',,�v,#•2 .<., t+.w�r� J.�::..:5}}}f'rr t.}., '. i ..J.r.}.. r.'•x'•iw' .,......{.......t.. .. T ctbl'e of Contents v INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Mission of the Committee . . . . .. .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Members of the Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Operating Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Basic Principles and Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Chronology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vii THE COUNTY'S ROLE IN PARKS AND RECREATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Goals and Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Customer Survey Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 BudgeL/Fundiog: Current Year and Projected Outlook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Organizations Affiliated with County Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Additional Organizations Providing Public Programs in County Parks . . . . . . 14 Use of County Parks for Private Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 SAN MATEO COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION NEEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Current Maintenance and Operations Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Program/Activities/Facility Needs Identified by Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Capital Improvement Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Acquisition Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 ALTERNATIVE FUNDING SOURCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Tax Based Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Bonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ParcelTax . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Charter Amendment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Special Assessment Districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Regional Park/Open Space Districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Non-Tax Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Gifts, Donations, and Bequests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Friends Groups . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Revenue Producing Facilities and User Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cniii-f-I Relntod Labor Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Volunteerism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Appendix A (Details of Potential Acquisition Projects) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 31 Aft Alternative Funding Report I i i r Alternative Minding Report INTRODUCTION ......................... ....................... ....... Mission of the Alternative Funding Committee Since the Charter for Parks Amendment expired in 1983, there has not been an alternative funding source for the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Division. Since parks and recreation services are not mandated for funding by the State, annual funding has been from discretionary General Budget Funds appropriated by the Board of Supervisors. Current and anticipated funds are insufficient to meet the increasing demand for parts, maintain recreational and historic resources, and preserve open space. Additional reliable, consistent funding sources are needed for the Parks and Recreation Division. In response, on October 3, 1992, the Parks and Recreation Commission created a volunteer citizens group to explore alternative funding options, including but not limited to a charter amendment, a parcel tax, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, a non-profit foundation, a special district, and fees. The Committee was established to represent various park constituents, user groups, park staff, Parks and Recreation Commission members and the general public. The Committee work was accomplished through monthly meetings and subcommittee work. The following subcommittees met as necessary to identify and complete their tasks, Acquisition Development and Capital Improvements Activity Programs Funding Sources Report Drafting '04 iii Alternative Funding Report 1 y e hav Funding CommitteeMemhc r ' NAW ArFIIJAUON Randy Anderson Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Janet Boyer San Mateo County Historical Association Carolyn Curtis Friends of Edgewood Natural Preserve Elizabeth Davila San Pedro Valley Park Volwiteers Lisa Dixon San Mateo County Horsemen's Association Bill Freedman Mycological Society of San Francisco and San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee Myra Greenberg Coastwalk Sam 1 f alsted Charter for Perks 1968 Jerry Hearn San Mateo CoLinty Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee John Hernandez Coastsiders for Safe Bileways Lori 1=lubbart California Nc,Live Plant Society Barbara Koontz San Mateo County Golfers Association Tom Koontz Interested citizen Linda Liebes Coyote Point Museum Margaret Marshall Bay Area Ridge Trail Council Donald Macintosh San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee Dean McHan Interested citizen Steve Nelson Ducks Unlimited and San Mateo County Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee Annaloy Nickwn Los l'rancos Woods Community Association and Committee to Save the Mariani Ranch Pam Noyer Whole Access Dorothy M. Page North Fair Oaks Council and Target Education and Welfare Council, Inc. (TEWC1) Barbara Peterson Coyote Point Museum Mitch Postel San Mateo County Historical Association Lennie Roberts Committee for Green Foothills Bill Royce Interested citizen Jean Rusmore San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee Berry Stevens Responsible Offroad Mountain Pedalers (R.O.M.P.) Sara Timby California Native Plant Society Marian Vanden Bosch Volunteer Horse Patrol and San Mateo County Horsemen Association John Wade Peninsula Open Space Trust Marilyn Walter Portola Valley Conservation Committee and San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee Ron Weaver Bay Area Ridge Trail Council Virginia Welch Friends of the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Linda Dyson Chair Robert Emert Comity Park Staff Liaison Jeanne Murphy Word Processor ,. rJ9 iv Alternative Funding Report s Operatin g Guidelines The Alternative Funding Committee chose to operate under the following guidelines. 1. All meetings of the Committee will be noticed by agenda and are open to the public. 2. An opportunity will be provided at each meeting for members of the public to address the Committee on items relevant to the Committee's activities. 3. The Chair will make monthly reports to the Parks and Recreation Commission on AFC activities and the Chair may speak for the Committee in appropriate public meetings. 4. '.lThe names of the,participants will be submitted to the Parks and Recreation Commission for formal recognition as Committee members. 5. All recommendations and decisions on recommendations for funding sources will be determined by majority vote of the Committee members-present. Only a member or designated substitute may vote in person at a Committee meeting. Votes by mail or phone are not allowed. 6. The Alternative Funding Committee activities will end with the issuance of a written recommendation/s to the Parks and Recreation Commission. A difference of opinion may be expressed by a minority report. 7. The Alternative Funding Committee will commence its meetings in February, 1.993 and will attempt to complete its task by June 1994. 8. One purpose of the Committee is to identify potential projects in order to estimate funding needs. The Committee has not prioritized or recommended any specific projects. 9. The inclusion of any specific acquisition, development/capital improvement project or program activity is not necessarily an endorsement by any Committee member or represented affiliation. v Alternative Funding Report Basic-Principles and. Assumptions The Committee was guided by the following principles and assumptions: 1. A well conceived, properly managed and maintained Parks and-Recreation Division contributes positively to the overall quality of life in a community and generally benefits all residents. 2. The management of natural resources and wildlife habitat is an inherent responsibility of the Parks and Recreation Division.. 3. Local tax revenues (general fund) should continue to be the major source of funding for Parks and Recreation Division maintenance and operations, as well as acquisition and development. 4. The current source of funding is not expected to ineet the County's Parks and Recreation future demands/needs. Therefore, other sources are needed. 5. Alternative sources here proposed should augment but not replace current sources of funding to assure maintenance of effort. 6. Multiple parks and recreation interests require mutual cooperation and compromises. 7. Priorities govern choices and development schedules for projects. 8. To the extent feasible, compatible revenue producing facilities should be established. 9. User fees collected should be directly credited to the Parks and Recreation Division budget. 10. Profits from park based revenue-producing facilities should support the Parks and Recreation Division. t31 *hex t9 vi Alternative Funding Report III 4 Chronol0 Jul 29,1992 San Mateo County Trails Advisory Committee submitted recommendation to Parks and Recreation Commission proposing that alternative funding sources for Parks be explored. Sep 3,1992 The issue of alternative funding was discussed at the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Voted to approve recommendation to establish a joint committee to study funding sources. Oct 3,1992 Parks and Recreation Commission took action to establish a citizens group to explore funding options. Linda Dyson was asked to Chair the Committee. Nov/Dee 1992 Staff/Chair devoted time to organizational preparation. Jan 1993 Informational letter/invitation to first meeting sent. Feb 4,1993 First meeting of Alternative Funding Committee—Organizational agenda Mat-25,1993 Second meeting of Alternative Funding Committee. Guests: Herb Grench, General Manager, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District; Pat O'Brien, General Manager, East Bay Regional Park District. Topic: Special Districts. Sub- Committee work (Programs, Capital Improvements/Development, Acquisition, and Funding Sources) Apr 2 9, 1993 Third meeting of Alternative Funding Committee. Guests:John Maltbie, County Manager; Corey Brown, Legislative Director, Trust for Public Land. Topic: County Budget Status and Los Angeles County Prop A—Landscape and Lighting Act. Sub-Committee work (Programs, Capital Improvements/Development, Acquisition,, and Funding Sources) May 27, 1993 Fourth meeting of Alternative Funding Committee Gue st: Gary Lockman, Division Management Analyst. Topic: Current and Historical Division Budget Data. Current User Fees. Reviewed mission and structue of Committee.r Jun 24, 1993 Fifth meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee Guests: Tony Look, California Trails Foundation and Sempervirens Fund; Linda Liebes, Executive Director, Coyote Point Museum and Nadine Barth, Executive Director, San Mateo County General Hospital Foundation, Topic: Foundation s/Non-Profits Jul 29,1993 Sixth meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Guests: Chris Yoshii, Economics Research Associates. Topic:Revenue Generating Public Park Facilities. John Wade, Peninsula Open Space Trust. Topic:Acquisition Alternatives to Fee Title. Draft Final Report Sub-Committee established. Aug 3, 1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Aug 25,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Sep 9,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Sep 20,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Sep 30,1993 Seventh meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Reviewed Draft Final Report as prepared to date l�fit> 'l' ftzfi, 7 ► vii Alternative Funding Report Oct 4, 1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Oct 18,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Oct 28,1993 Eighth meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Reviewed Draft Final Report as prepared to date Nov 1,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Nov 15,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Nov 17,1993 Programs Sub-Committee meeting Nov 18,1993 Ninth meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Reviewed Draft Final Report as prepared to date Nov 22, 1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Dec 2,1993 Tenth meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Reviewed Draft Final Report as prepared to date Dec 8, 1993 Programs Sub-Committee meeting Dec 9,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Dec 13,1993 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting with County Manager Jan 10,1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee meeting Jan 27,1994 Eleventh meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee. Reviewed Draft Feb 7, 1994 Draft Final Report/Programs Subcommittee Meeting Feb 16,1994 Acquisition Subcommittee Meeting Feb 24,1994 Twelfth Meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee Mar 4,1994 Draft Final Report/Programs Subcommittee Meeting Mar 17,1994 Thirteenth Meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee Mar 18,1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Meeting with County Counsel Apr 5,1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Meeting Apr 7, 1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Meeting with Parks and Recreation Commission Apr 11,1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Meeting Apr 28,1994 Fourteenth Meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee May 11,1994 Draft Final Report Sub-Committee Meeting May 26, 1994 Fifteenth Meeting of the Alternative Funding Committee '. i viii Alternative Funding Report THE -COUNTY S ROLE IN PARKS AND RECREATION .......... ..... ........*...... .. ..... . .......... ................11............. ......................................... San Mateo County's role in parks and recreation is defined in two documents, the 1978 Parks and Recreation Element of the County General Plan and the 1986 Element of the General Plan. In 1978, a Parks and Recreation Element was developed for the County General Plan by a 20 member Citizens Advisory Committee and endorsed by the Parks and Recreation Commission and adopted by the Board of Supervisors. The results of that document provided much of the information contained in the 1986 Parks and Recreation Element that was then incorporated into the, 1980 General Plan. The 1986 Element and General Plan policies of the Departin ent of Environmental Management address the County's role in parks and recreation as follows: "Outdoor recreation offers a variety of activities to many people, such as the intense exercise of football garne, silent meditation during a sunrise, involvement in an activity shared with hundreds of people, or the solitary pursuit of just one person. San Mateo County offers thousands of acres of open space to accommodate many types of outdoor leisure activities ranging from sightseeing or camping to baseball or tennis. This unique assortment of natural land and water facilities must be preserved and protected in order to continue to provide present and future generations with a full range of outdoor recreational opportunities."' "Recreational opportunities found in San Mateo County contribute significantly to the quality of life of both residents and others who use these facilities. Escape from urban conLers to these areas provides mental and physical relief from the pressures created by noise, pollution and other stresses of dense urban living. Further, recreation areas can accommodate a variety of activities... as well as providing unique experiences to learn about the environment and accompanying ecosystems. These are but a few of the many benefits that recreation facilities provide and they must be protected and preserved for use by this and future generations"'. "The County will protect and proinote existing rights of public access to vegetative, water, fish and wildlife resources for the purposes of study and recreation consistent with the need to protect public rights, rights of private property owners and protection and preservation of such resources."' I.A. Scope and Role, Park and Recreation Resources Background, pg. 6.1. November 1986 'I.B. Importance of Recreation, Park and Recreation Resources Issues, pg.-6.25, November 1986 'San Mateo County General Plan Policies, pg. 1.1P, November 1986 Alternative Funding Report "The County will encourage all providers of park and recreation facilities to: Provide for a balanced and equitable system of park and recreation facilities. Design all —park and recreation systems on the strengths.and potentials of existing facilities and develop programs for meeting current and future needs. Consider the feasibility of redesigning and/or expanding existing park and recreation facilities to meet future needs while developing new acquisition and development programs. Meet identified relative park and recreation needs in a manner which best enhances the physical, mental and spiritual quality of life of San Mateo County residents."' `San Mateo County General Plan Policies, pg. 6.1P,November 1986 2 Alternative Funding Report San Mateo C'Ounty-- -P A rks -and Recreation Division The San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Division began in 1923 when Roy Cloud appeared before the Board of Supervisors and urged them to purchase 310 acres of redwood forest on land that now comprises Memorial Park. Today the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Division is responsible for 14,806 acres in 22 park management units. These parks were visited by more than 2,200,000 people in fiscal 1993-1994. The County Parks and Recreation system has historically been oriented toward protecting and providing access to natural areas. It does accommodate some of the more active recreation pursuits by providing inten'�ely developed picnic areas, caiiipgrounds, a marina, play fields and apparatus area within many of the parks. SAN AIXIT,0 COUNrY PARK SYSTEM Park (Management Units) Existing Acres Coyote Point Park (Land Acres:180) 727.00 Edgewood Park and Natural Preserve 468.00 Fitzgerald Marine Reserve 56.00 Flood Park 21.00 Huddart Park 974.00 JLU1iPCr0 Serra Par], 108.00 Pescadei o Creek Park 6,485.00 Memorial Park 502-00 Heritage Grove Preserve 38.00 Sam McDonald Park 1,003.00 Poplar Beach Park(Midcoast) 110.00 Princeton by-the-Sea Park 1.50 Ralston Trail 3.90 San Bruno Mountain Park 2,267.00 Sail Mateo County Fishing Pier 3.00 San Pedro Valley Park 1,050.00 Sanchez Adobe Historic Site 5.50 Sawyer Camp Trail32.00 South-Coast Beaches 14.00 Terry-Broderick Historic Duel Site 2.34 Woodside Store Historic Site 1.18 Wunderli li Park 934.00 TOTAL ACRES 14,806.42 3 Alternative Funding Report 4 Goals and Objectives The general goals and objectives of the Parks and Recreation Division are: • To maintain and operate San Mateo County Parks and Recreation facilities in a useful, attractive and safe condition. • To preserve, protect, and enhance the natural, historical, and recreational resources to meet the present and future needs of the people of San Mateo County. • To use the available resources —human, financial, supplies and land - m an efficient and effective manner, while observing all pertinent laws and regulations. Risk.Management Develop a department-wide safety program to protect the public,as well as the employees, from preventable accidents and incidents. Resource Management Develop and implement a program which will preserve, protect and interpret those natural, historical and recreational resources managed by the Division. i Visitor Services Develop and implement an interpretative program which will enhance the experiences of visitors to San Mateo County Parks and Recreation facilities. Facility Maintenance Develop and implement a program which will provide for the maintenance of recreation facilities and utility systems in a safe functional and attractive condition. II TAF'1' 4 .Alternative Funding .Report f Customer Survey Results In the summer of 1993, the Parks and Recreation Division surveyed a sample of park users, to determine their level of satisfaction with the parks and park services. The goals were to gather information that would help the staff detect any deficiencies and to acknowledge service areas and facilities that meet or exceed. park users' expectations. Distribution and Response A total of 977 survey questionnaires were mailed to parties who used reservations in the parks. Of these, 231, or 24% were .returned. Also survey questionnaires Nvere distributed to perk visitors, (picnickers, hikers,joggers, etc.), over a three mon 1,11 period. Of these 264 were returned. These return rates are considered average and valid statistical samplings of the target groups. (lt was deemed not practical at, the time to attempt a survey of non-users of the parks.) The demographics of respondents reflect the population of the County, in terms of ages, residence, employment, etc. Almost half of respondents are "regulars" - visiting County parks at least 12 times per year. Summary of Results The complete survey with results is available from the Parks and Recreation Division. Phone (415) 363-4020. The overall views and needs identified by survey participants were: v The overwhelming majority of respondents (95%) agreed that San Mateo County is doing a good job for the public when asked, "What are your overall views?" o The overwhelming majority of respondents (80%) agreed that San Mateo County compares favorably with other counties and regional parks, when asked, " Do San Mateo County parks compare favorably with other county and regional parks?" o The majority, by a margin of two-to-one, agreed that more parks are needed in San Mateo County. o The majority, by a margin of over two-to-one, agreed that more camping facilities are needed in San Mateo County. a The majority, by a margin of over two-to-one agreed that more picnic facilities are needed in San Mateo County. III X994 5 Alternative Funding Report o The majority, by a margin of almost three-to-one, agreed that more trails and/or hiking opportunities are needed in San Mateo County. o The majority agreed that more interpretive programs and/or visitor centers are needed in San Mateo County. o The majority disagreed that more group meeting facilities are needed in San J 3' g` �' P g Mateo County. e The majority of raters disagreed that park access was easily accessible. Alternative Funding.Report t Summary of Ratings- by-Question Park Entry and Parking Excellent Good Fair Poor Overall Views Agree Dis- ap-ce Ranger Courtesy ♦ - San Mateo County Amount of Time to Enter Park ♦ Parks and Recreation is doing a good job for Directions and Information ♦ the public Convenience of Parking 0 San Mateo County Parks Compare Roads and Trails Favorably with other County and Regional Condition of Trails 0 Parks Condition of Roads 0 More Parks are Availabilityof Trash Receptacles Needed i Mateo ♦ N d d n San M teo 0 P County Safety Enforcement of Trail Rules ♦ More Trails and/or S Hiking Opportunities Signs and Markers ♦ 0 are Needed in San Picnic Areas and Shelter Buildings Mateo County Maintenance and Condition of Site ♦ More Interpretative Programs and/or Availability of Water ♦ Visitor Centers and 0 Needed in San Mateo Tables-Number and Location ♦ County _ BBQs-Number and Location More Group Meeting Availability of Trash Receptacles ♦ Facilities are Needed 0 Restrooms and Showers in San Mateo County Maintenance and Condition ♦ I am Physically Impaired and the Cleanliness and Sanitation ♦ Park System was Easily Accessible to Location and Availability ♦ Me. Visitor Information Programs Park Brochures Posted Information Nature and Campfire Programs Trail and Special Brochures Telephone Responsiveness Signs and Markers 4 Park Staff Courtesy and Helpfulness 0 Knowledge of Park Staff Availability Ranger Appearance . 0 Reservations Courtesy and Helpfulness 0 Responsiveness 0 *Overall rating based on the mean average of all Staffs Knowledge of Parks ♦ ratings received for each question. The number of rest ly avaried by question. See survey Rating, Telephone Response Time ♦ Analysis and Comments section for actual counts P P and numeric rating. I Alternative Funding.Report Budget/Funding: Current Year and. Projected Outlook The Parks and Recreation budget for fiscal year 1993/94 is $5,561,970. This is $10,005 less than the previous year's budget. An additional $400,000 in buying power was lost to inflation due to the increased costs for insurance, salaries, utilities, transportation and contractual services. This reduction resulted in the elimination of three-full-time positions, a reduction in the supplies and.services budget and the elimination of all capital improvements that are not funded by grants. The reduced budget reflects the overall reduction in available funds for all San Mateo County programs. The 1993/94 Parks and Recreation revenue projection is $1,488,1.47. This is $287,703 more than the previous year's projections. $250,000 of this increase is from a State grant to acquire property at the Pillar Point Marsh. The balance is projected to come from increased visitor attendance and fee adjustments. The following charts provide a ten year history of budgets, expenditures, revenue and staffing levels. The trends indicate the need for consistent, reliable funding sources. Historic.Data 82-83 87-88 89-90 90-91 91-92 92-93 Total County 230,487,266 .336,976,165 320,962,195 367,288,785 401,663,167 422,669,338 Expenditures Total Parks and Recreation 4,967,469 4,587,028 4,841,773 5,360,974 5,605,923 5,503,656 Expenditures %of County Expenditures to 2.16% 1.36% 1.51% 1.46% 1.40% 1.30% Parks and Recreation Present Value of Parks and Recreation 7,600,212 �,612,044 5,422,786 5,682,632 5,774,101 5,503,556 Budgets (CPI Adjusted) Annual Revenue From Fees(Entry, 649,649 961,273 1,003,040 1,106,395 1,107,648 1,239,523 Reservations,etc.) Annual Attendance 1,351,530 1,652,000 1,881,895 1,971,300 2,185,293 2,191,000 Present Value Cost Per Visitor 5.62 3.42 2.88 2.88 2.64 2.51 (CPI Adjusted) #of Full-time Staff 65 70 66 66 65 60 (Excluding Marina) I ' ' M 8 Alternative Funning Report Parks Percent of County Budget 1982/93 1982 1993 The Parks and Recreation Division's share of the County budget has declined from 2.1% to 1.3% since 1982. This has resulted in a 38% reduction in the Parks and Recreation Budget. Meanwhile park attendance has increased by 62%. Total Expenditures by Fiscal Year 422,669 338 401,663,167 367,288.785 336,976,165 320,962.195 230,487 266 5.360. - 5,605 5,503 - .4 67 1 4,587 4,841 1982/83 1987/68 1989/90 1990/91 1991/92 1992/93 ® Parks Expenditures ® County Expenditures While other County expenditures have almost doubled in 10 years,-Parks and Recreation expenditures have remained relatively constant. 9 Alternative Ficnding Report Park Revenue Offsetting Expenditures ' 5.605.923 5.503.556 _ 5.360.974 41841,773 ;,967,459 4.587.028 ii`�,dy�. z'" 1982/83 - 1987/88 1989/90 1990/91 1991/92 1912/93 Revenue Expenditures ' To the extent appropriate, park revenues increased to offset expenditures. Visitors/Park Staff 2,191 000 2,185 293 1,971 300 1,881.895 1,652,000 1,351 530 66 66 65 65 70 60 y� 1982/83 1987/88 1989/90 1990/91 1991/92 1992/93 ® Full Time Staff ® Number of Visitors In ten years, the park staff to visitor ratio has gone from 1 ranger per 20,792 visitors in 1982/83 to 1 ranger per 36,516 visitors in 1992/93. �RAfi pia , Y994; 10 Alternative Fending Report Cost Per Visitor 5 4 42 3 88 2.88 64 .51 2 1 is • 82/83 1987/88 1989/90 1990/91 1991/92 1992/91 1 The Parks and Recreation Division's expenditures per visitor have gone down steadily. The necessary result is deferred maintenance and a lower level of service to visitors. .:if. 11 Alternative Funding Report Organizations Affiliate- With County Parks COYOTE POINT MUSEUM- San Mateo The Coyote Point Museum for Environmental Education is operated by a non- profit Museum Association. This unique museum provides programs and exhibits that demonstrate our interaction with the environment. Features include native wildlife and plants. Current Pro,g`rams/Activities (partial list) 1. Docent training 2. Docent led tours for school classes/groups at San Bruno Mountain, San Pedro Valley Park, Junipero Serra, Huddart,and Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. Tour fee $45.00 3. Environmental education day camps for children i FRIENDS OF EDGEWOOD NATURA-L PRESERVE - Redwood City The Friends ofEdgewood Natural. Preserve share their knowledge ofEdgewood with the public; they work to protect and preserve the natural features of the preserve. Current Programs/Activities -= 1. Docent led walks — California Native Plant Society 2. Informal trail patrol — roving interpreters 3. Habitat restoration — restoration of native species and habitat 4. Installation of barriers to protect sensitive habitat 5. lemov,zl of exotic plants FRIENDS OF FITZGERALD MARINE RESERVE -Moss Beach The Friends is a nonprofit o/ganization whose purpose is the protection and � preservation, of the Fitzgerald Marine deserve and to enco7r-raze interpretive, educational, historical and scientific endeavors that relate to the marine environment and related ecosystem. Current Programs/Activities 1. Roving interpreters 2. 'Praining for teachers using the Reserve—fee $25.00 3. Junior Ranger Program —fee $14.00 for training 4. Night tidepool tours — fee $1.00 SANT M AATEO COUNT"HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION- San Manteo The San Mateo County Historical Association preserves and interprets the history of San Mateo County for the benefit of the Cotrnty's residents, visitors and future generations through the operation and maintenance of museum facilities at Sanchez Adobe, Woodside Store and College of San Mateo. Current Programs/Activities 1. Docent led tours at Woodside Store and Sanchez Adobe. Keep-both facilities open for general public 2. Docent visits to school classes presenting information on history of the Ohlone people in San Mateo County ............... 1�Xay 12 Alternative Funding Report SAN PEDRO VALLEY PARK VOLUNTEERS -Pacifica The San Pedro Valley Park Volunteers support the Parks Division by assisting park visitors in experiencing nature in our complex natural environment. It is our ,goal to enhance the visitor's experience by promoting public knowledge and awareness of our natural environment and to encourage pride and protection of our park and its biological resources. Current Programs/Activities 1. Trail day— once a month, often have pot luck after 2. Staff Interpretive Center—Friday afternoon, Saturday and Sunday 3. Slide Show Program —taken to Senior Centers 4. Annual Star Show 5. Special Walks—geology, flower, bird 6. Children's Library VOLUNTEER HORSE PATROL- Woodside Uniformed volunteers, trained in first aid and CPI,patrol park trails by horseback. They assist visitors and provide a. friendly presence. They perform trail maintenance work and report trail hazards and incidents to rangers for resolution. Current Programs/Activities - 1. Patrol trails- friendly presence, information on plants and animals, maps. May have first aid and CPR training. 2. Trail maintenance. 3. Check trails for damage - inform rangers. ? 13 Alternative 'Funding.Report Additional Organizations Providing Public Programs in County Parks (Patial List) Audubon Society Leads bird walks in County Parks Lay Area Ridge Trail Council • Leads Ridge Trail hikes o Provides signage e Displays mobile exhibit/presents slide shows in County Parks Loy Scouts • Overnight camp and Jamboree at Huddart Park • Overnights at Sam McDonald, Memorial, San Pedro, San Bruno Mountain, Junipero Serra and Huddart County Parks California Native Plant Society ® Lead hikes in Edgewood Natural Preserve and San Bruno Mountain County Parks - Coastwalk ® Annual hike on San Matta County Coast Trail with overnight at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Environmental Volunteers Environmental education for school classes. Occasionally use San Mateo County Parks Girl Scouts Day camps, overnight camping at Huddart, Edgewood, Memorial, Sam McDonald and Junipero Serra County Parks Los Viajeros a Toyon Campground picnics at Huddart County Park Ride trails Camp at Jack Brook Horse Camp at Sam McDonald County Park f San Francisco G Oses parks for collection of specimens for exhibits and study o Members lead hikes for schools, public and other natural science groups San Mateo County Horsemen Association Mon campground picnics at Huddart County Part: Rides trails Camps at Jack Brook Horse Camp Y at Sam McDonald Count Park Sierra Club Uses local arks for hikes—4 days per week at intervals throughout the year p Y P g Y Trail maintenance 14 Alternative Funding Report Y e Use of County Perks for-Private Events (Partial Meservation List for PastWo Years) Businesses Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Alaska Airlines So. San Francisco Recreation Dept. Ampex Anderson, Rowe and Buckley Community Groups Carr, McClellan Law Finn American Red Cross China Airlines American Lung Association Closet Dimensions American Diabetes Association Continental Airlines Assistance League of San Mateo Cornish and Carey County Crane Pest Control_ Audubon Society Cypress Lawn Cemetery Bay Area Ridge �l'rail Council Delta Airlines Cable Car Square Dancers Entenrnann/Oroweat California Native Plant Society Genentech County Administrative Association Georgia Pacific Corporation Free Wheelers Club Happy Donuts Los Viajeros Club Hewlett Packard Miagao.Community Fiesta Association Ilodgson Construction Millbrae Lions Club Home Depot Mission Hospice Hyatt Regency, S.F. Airport PARCA Jazzercise Peninsula Social Club Jenny Craig Portola Valley Pony Club Marriott Airport Hotel San Bruno Mothers' Club Millbrae Lumber San Bruno Lions Club Oracle San Mateo Horsemen Association Paine Webber Sheriffs Association Ziaychem Sierra Club - Remax Woodside Pony Club Sequoia Hospital Sheraton Hotel Fraternal Organizations Sun Microsystems Brotherhood Masonic Lodge The Gap Coastside Masonic Lodge Trammell Crow Crocker Masonic Lodge #212 United. Airlines Francis Drake Lodge #376 Van Go Painting George Washington Masonic Lodge Webcor Builders Native Sous #118 Westin Hotel, SFO Occidental California Lodge Order of Eastern Star Cities Shriners Brisbane Recreation Dept. Daly City Parks and Recreation. Labor Foster City Recreation Dept. Air Transport Lodge #1058 Menlo Park Recreation Dept. Carpenter's Union #217' Millbrae Parks and Recreation Cement Masons #580 Redwood City Parks and Recreation Machinist Union Lodge #1327 San Carlos Parks and Recreation Retirees Local #775 15 Alternative Funding Report I Teamsters Retirees #278 University of Pacific Woodside High School Religious Organizations Woodside Elementary School Albert Schultz Jewish Community Center Senior Citizen Organizations American Indian Baptist AARP #139 Catholic Charities AARP #193 Community Church, Brisbane AARP #1148 First Presbyterian Church of Doelger Senior Group Burlingame Golden Years, Daly City Hungarian Reformed Church Millbrae Senior Friendship Jewish Social Club Pearl Harbor Survivors Korean Presbyterian Church SIRS Branch #16 Menlo Park Presbyterian Church ,SIRS Branch #44 Paradise Baptist Church SIRS Branch #90 Peninsula Jewish Community Center SIRS Branch #91 Redeemer Lutheran Church San Mateo First Baptist Church Youth Groups St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Boy Scouts of America Unitarian Universalist. Church Campfire Girls and Boys Coastside Girl Scouts Association Schools Cub Scouts #6 Alvarado School Cub Scouts #76 Aragon High School Cub Scouts #321 Brentwood School East Palo Alto YMCA Buckeye School Mateo Day Camps Chinese Christian School Pacifica Girl Scouts Association Edgewood Preschool Pacifica Little League' George Hall School Palo Alto YMCA George Washington School Peninsula Girl Scouts Day Camp German/American School Peninsula YMCA Half Moon Bay High School Pigeon Point Environmental Heather Elementary School Education Program John Gill Child Development Center Redwood City Girl Scouts Keys School Regazzi Boys Choir Markham School San Mateo County Council of Boy McKinley Middle School Scouts Meadow Heights School Sequoia YMCA Menlo Atherton High'School So. San Francisco Little League Monarch Community School So. San Francisco Girl Scouts Peninsula School South Redwood Little League Portola Valley Elementary School South County Girl Scouts Association Redwood Christian School Tri City Girl Scouts Association Redwood City School District Vietnamese Catholic Youth Roy Cloud School YMCA Camp Loma Mar Sequoia Adult School YMCA Indian Guides Skyline College Stanford University Terra Nova Reunion '65 Z , X9 16 - Alternative,FVnding.Report t SA-NTMATEO COUNTY PARKS AND -RECREATION The needs of the County Parks and Recreation Division fall into four general categories: MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS OF PARK AND RECREATION FACIIHIES ''ROCIIAms AND Aci-T I rws TO SATIS:"Y USER REQUIREAWNT4i CAPITAL IMPROVEML+M' PROJEC N ACQUISITION OF LANDS FOR PARK Am) RECREATION PURPOSES The Committee devoted much of its time to compiling lists.of specific needs in each of the above categories. Some of the projects listed were proposed 0-the Committee by representatives of user groups. The lists also include projects already in Division plans brit as yet unfunded, and projects recommended by Division staff. The Committee did not attempt to set priorities on specific projects. They are listed, by category, in the remainder of this section. Additional details on proposed acquisitions are listed in Appendix A. FA 'i' 1lI 2 , r9 17 Alternative Funding Report 18 Alternative Funding'Report Current Maintenance and Operations Needs In order to estimate the amount of funding needed to operate and maintain existing Parks and Recreation facilities at acceptable levels, and to help project operations and maintenance costs for any future development and/or acquisitions, it was necessary to quantify the Division's current effectiveness' in managing existing facilities and its success in achieving its stated goals and objectives. This was accomplished by asking the Division management and supervisory personnel to: Complete a "Division Effectiveness' Survey" and evaluate the Division's effectiveness in achieving its stated goals, objectives and standards in these four areas: Risk Management Visitor Services Resource Management Facility Maintenance e Participate in follow-up interviews with representatives from the Alternative Funding Committee. All personnel were enthusiastic and candid in their participation and welcomed the opportunity to comment on the Division's performance and to help develop guidelines for funding the Division's future. The AFC representatives also used information from the 1993 Customer Survey, plus their own observation of conditions in various parks, as a cross-check on evaluations shade by Division personnel. The AFC team did not attempt to evaluate the efficiency of the Division staff. However, they were impressed with the staffs knowledge and experience, their dedication to the Division's objectives, and their concern for efficiency in carrying out their work. a For clarity during discussions the term "effectiveness" was defined as follows: Effectiveness: stresses using available resources toward the actual production of desired results — 'Doing the right things." Effectiveness depends, in part, on whether sufficient resources are available to accomplish the objectives, even when used efficiently. 3?ii'tlt'1'-w 19 Alternative Fun&ng Report The following chart summarizes results of the survey and interviews. SLTAUV ARY Goals and Objectives 1993-94 Risk Resource Visitor Facility Management Management Services Maintenance %of Current Budget(weight or henchmark) 20% 30% 15% 35% $in Current Budget. $1.1 mil $1.65 nil $825,000. $1.925 mil %Estimated Effectiveness 79% 61% 79% 84% Goal(Derived% Effectiveness) 95% 95% 100% 105% $Needed to Achieve Stated Goal $176,000. $560 000. $l 75,00U. J $405 000. In general, the Committee concluded that the Division was doing a good job with its available resources (between 61% and 84% effectiveness) but that improving operations and maintenance to the desired effectiveness levels (95% to 100%) would require additional funding on a consistent basis. Indeed, without additional funding, some facilities are in danger of falling into a state of disrepair that would soon make them unusable, while some improvements strongly desired by park users must be deferred indefinitely. Risk Management In the area of risk management, overall effectiveness was estimated to be 79%. It is cost prohibitive to guarantee zero risk. To obtain a more realistic goal.of 95% effectiveness in the area of risk management, an additional 16% is necessary. A sum of$1.1 million is currently being spent on safety, insurance, liability protection, training, etc., associated with risk management. Approximately $176,000 annual additional funds are necessary to achieve 95% effectiveness. Resource Management Current Division effectiveness is estimated to be 61%. We are spending 30% or $1.65 million of our current budget in this area, our realistic goal is 95% effectiveness. The additional annual allocation to achieve this 95% goal is $560,000. Visitor Services The current effectiveness rating is estimated to be 79%. We are spending 15% or $825,000 of the current budget oil visitor services. To achieve 100% effectiveness in visitor services an additional annual allocation of$175,000 is needed. Facility Maintenance $1.925 million or 35% of the current budget is being spent on facility-maintenance. Division effectiveness in this area is estimated to be 8461o. - 20 Alternative Funding Report Due to recent budget reductions and the number of deferred maintenance projects it may be necessary to set a goal of 105% for at least 5 years in order to "catch up". To achieve this goal of 105%, an additional $405,000 annual allocation will be required. Based on the above formulas and percentage goals , an additional $1,31-6,000 annually is required. The Proposed use of additional funds to meet the Park and Recreation Division's stated goals are as follows: Maintenance of Effort: 1990191 Fiscal Year Base � Top priority with any new funds would be to restore the Park and Recreation j Division's budget to the 1990/91 service level including personnel, supplies and services. Risk Management ® Remove hazardous trees a Resurface paved areas, (roads, trails and paths). ® Replace worn and obsolete equipment. ® Hire a Park Ranger IV to be a combination Safety/fraining officer for the Parks and Recreation Division. o Hire a Park Ranger III Maintenance Specialist to concentrate on backlog of electrical and plumbing projects. Resource Management ® Hire 5 Park Ranger III Resource Management/Natln alist/Interpretive specialists, one specialist to work with each of the 4.field units and Fitzgerald Marine Reserve to develop and implement resource related management, restoration and interpretive programs. Visitor Sertaces ® Hire a Park Ranger IV to be combination volunteer coordinator/public information officer. ® Develop visitor interpretive centers at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Huddart, San Bruno Mountain, Flood and Junipero Serra Parks. o Expand and remodel-the visitor center at Memorial Park. Facility Maintenance ® Purchase labor saving equipment including tractors, trucks, computers, etc. i A iu •elieve full time Park Rangers of repetitive housekeeping chores. Remodel or replace maintenance shops at Junipero Serra, Coyote Point, Huddart and Memorial Parks. The following deferred maintenance projects have been identified as high priority items in the 1994/95 budget. : X 21 Alternative Funding Report J$ 1. Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . . . reservoir repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150,000 2. Fishing Pier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rail repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100,000 3. Coyote Point Museum . . . . . . 'siding repairs 100,000 4. Huddart Park . . . . . . . .parking lot and road paving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150,000 5. Sawyer Camp Trail . . . . . . . . . . . paving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90,000 6. Flood Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . parking lot paving . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 112,000 7. Flood Park ._. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . path repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50,000 8. Ralston Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . paving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,000 9. Wunderlicb Park . . . ... . . . . barn roof repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800,00 10, Poplar Beach . . . . . . . . . . bridge constructiorL.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,000 11. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve master plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90,000 Although not specifically a maintenance and operations item,the park planning position eliminated when Harry Dean retired should be returned to the park budget. The Division recognizes that effectiveness can be,improved in many ways other than additional funding. The following modifications to current procedures and practices have been identified and are being addressed: Budget and Fiscal * Change to a two year budget using zero base budget principles. Treat each activity as if it were new: "If we-were not already doing this, would we start it now?" o Develop a streamlined purchasing program. Allow field personnel more latitude to make small purchases without excessive procedures. Raise allowable amount for repairs to be done by staff rather than contracting out. o Develop policies that increase autonomy for the Parks and Recreation Division when coordinating park projects with other County Departments. ® Increase revenue from recycling programs. * Review fee collection-procedures. Personnel Issues • Increase Ranger mobility and reduce travel time. e Review and revise Ranger Inservice Training Program. Policy and Planning Issues o Place greater emphasis on keeping Division and Park Master Plans current. 22 Alternative Funding:.Report Interpretation • Use interpretive programs and displays to educate the public and reduce the amount of time and money spent on enforcement and vandalism. Maintenance ® Develop a five year plan to identify and prioritize deferred maintenance projects and needed fixed assets. Communications ® ,valuate the existingradio communic ation stern and equipment. good ra i Ydo communications are essential to effective management of the distant and often isolated units of the County Park System. 23 Xternative Fun&ng Report * , 9 24 .Alterm ive Funding.Report Pro gram/Act:'tv*i ties/F,qci*lity Needs Identified by Organizatibns The Alternative Funding Committee invited several organizations that use, or would like, to use, County Parks and Recreation facilities to suggest what the County should be doing over the next few years to make the facilities more useful for their activities. These organizations are also the strongest supporters of the Cotinty Parks system. In some instances, the organizations listed would assist in meeting the identified iie,M, through volunteer work, contributions, or in other ways. However, they neo(l the active support of the Parks and Recreation Division and often an investment, by t1w County in new or.improved facilities to achieve, their goals. General Program Needs Discussions in the Committee revealed several general program needs that apply to more than one user group or to the many individuals and families who use the parks but do not belong to any organized group. These general needs include: 1 Increase interpretive programs in parks beyond existing school programs. 2. Hire park staff to provide special interpretive programs 0 Campfire programs * Junior Ranger Activities e Nature walks a Work with docents in parks where appropriate. 3. Hire park staff to recruit, train, coordinate and recognize volunteer efforts. 4. Urban parks need for more active sport facilities. 5. More family c2inping facilities. 6. Improved resource management and habitat restoration programs. 7. Parks Bus Express ProgTam — subsidized transportation to parks for school/youth, seniors and disabled, perhaps provided by grant. 25 Alternative Funding Report i Specific Needs Audubon Society 1. Bird check list for parks 2. A ranger with birding skills to act as liaison for bird walks Friends of Edgewood Natural Preserve 1. On-site Ranger (full-time) 2. Update Master Plan 3. Protect sensitive habitat with signs and where necessary, fences Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve 1. Master Plan for the Reserve 2. Interpretive Center 3. Ongoing monitoring of the resource to protect it and determine the carrying capacity 4. Expand all education programs 5. Expand all volunteer programs Mycological Society of San Francisco 1. Continued access to parks for collection of specimens for exhibits and study Responsible Offroad Mountain Pedalers 1. More trails for mountain bikes 2. Develop Trips for bids program San Mateo County Golfers Association 1. Public golf course and driving range facilities— at least 2 or 3. Would like site east of Skyline, accessible to main highway and public transportation 2. White Oak Golf Driving Range: 'lower Road, county owned property in unincorporated San Mateo County San Mateo County Historical Association 1. Restoration of Sanchez Adobe 2. Programs at Johnston House 3. Museum in Trunk (loan program for teachers) 4. Hire full time Education Coordinator . I-Tire Exhibits Con sultant/Director San Pedro Valley Park Volunteers ] . Refurbish exhibits 2. Docent Training Program 3. Experts to come in and.lead special walks for volunteers --Continuing education 4. Training for Grant Writing 1+ ; T9 26 Alternative Funding Report Sierra Club 1. Renovate Hiker's Hut—Pescadero County Park Target Education and Welfare Council, Inc. 1. Financing for development of playground Volunteer Horse Patrol 1. Dedicated camp area at Jack Brook Camp so that they could stay overnight when they are out on patrol 2. Continuing education for volunteers Many members of the committee felt that the East Bay Regional Parks could serve as a model for activities and for ark visitors. The following are excerpts programs P P from their 1992 July Program Calendar Science Day — Streams-and Ponds Keep it Clean— Crab Cove Beach. Clean-up Low Tide Walk Alameda Creek Nature Walk Camp Fire Programs — "Animal hunts and. Uncles" and "Our Planet-and the Astronauts" Old Fashioned 4th—Picnic and Games Craftsman Activities —How to use Old Fashioned Carpenters and Farm pools Lake Ecology Birdwalk—Courting Colors Snake Slither—Featuring Local Snakes Ohlone Indian Shell Mound —Visit an Archeological Excavation Birding for Kids Slippery Swimmers—Featuring Local Fish Quail Habitat Enhancement and Restoration Edible and Useful Local Plants Plankton in the Food Chain Dragonflies and Frogs — Life in Natures Ponds Survival in the Hot Dry Hills—Plant Survival Marsh Meanderings ±'' 27 _ Alternative Funding.Report Capital Improve e t Projects The Committee identified a number of desirable projects for improving or replacing facilities in existing parks. Some of these projects were recommended by Committee iiiembers and user groups; others have been in the Division's capital improvements plans for some time but have been deferred from year to year for lack of funds. Based oii information from, County officials, few, if any, of these. projects could be financed in the foreseeable future from available County capital improvement funds. Thus, additional funding sources are needed to bring them to fruition. PARK I TNIT AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION EsTIMNIED COST (eXCILIffing Maintenance wicl Operations and relate(] acquisition costs San Bruno M P Mountain County ark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,700,000 -D Protect and restore natural habitat - Protect archeological and historic resources o Construct new Visitor Center, family picnic area, maintenance shop and service facilities o Develop East Ridge bicycle trail Related,Acquisitions Juncus Ravine, Owl Canyon, Buckeye Canyon and East, end parcel. Junipero Serra County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $950,000 * Rebuild park entrance, implement erosion control program and restore native habitat, (creek and road entrance) ® Develop new day camp facility - ® Improve maintenance shop and service facilities o Develop trail to San Francisco Watershed Related Acquisitions Trail easement from City and County of San Francisco San Pedro Valley County Par . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $450,000 o Develop new museum exhibits o Improve. Brook Creek- Trail c Build new day camp facility o Restoi-�-: San Pedro Creek o Develop trail to San Francisco Watershed/Bay Area Ridge Trail Related Acquisitions 7'rail easement from City and County of San Francisco Inholding and miscellaneous lots. 28 Alternative Funding Report . r PARK UNIT AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST (Excluding Maintenance & Operations and related acquisition costs) I'I San Francisco Watershed and Recreation Easement . . . . . . :. . . . $2,500,000 Sawyer Camp - San Andreas - Crystal Springs • Develop new San Andreas trailhead parking and restroom (San Bruno Avenue area) • Improve San Andreas and Sawyer Cramp trails, including drinking fountain at southern end of Sawyer Camp. a Develop new Crystal Springs Trail, (Sawyer Cam p Trail extension to Canada Road and Ralston Overpass), include new restroom and drinking fountain a Develop new trail from San Bruno Avenue to Sneath Lane • Develop new trail from Cross Country Course to Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve o Develop trail from Polhemus to Bunker Hill (Old Stage Road) • Develop parking and trailhead at south end of San Francisco Watershed recreation easement • Prepare Master Plan and Trail Development— Canada Road from Highway 92 to Filoli entrance Related Acquisitions 'frail easements from City and County of San Francisco James p"itz erald Marine Iteserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1.,200,000 • Prepare Master Plan for land use and resource management • Build new Interpretive Center, new parking area and rebuild trails • Restore natural riparian habitat a Rebuild entrance ramp ® Install appropriate fencing Related Acquisitions Pillar Point Marsh and uplands west of Airport Boulevard. Coyote Point County Park and Recreation Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500,000 • Review and revise Master Plan, develop beach promenade • Develop and install interpretive exhibits at Marsh a Relocate Shooting Range Related Acquisitions Site for relocated Shooting Range. Poplar County Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $90,000 • Prepare Master Plan • Build restroom • Rebuild bridge • Improve beach access Related Acquisitions None 29 Alternative Funding Report PARK UNIT AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST (Excluding Maintenance & Operations and related acquisition costs) San Mateo County Fishing Pier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $175,000 o Seismic study structural (rail) repairs e Landscaping and picnic tables e Wetland restoration Related Acquisitions None Ed ewood County Park and Natural_Preserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22 3,000 Revise Master Plan Protect and restore native habitat a Evaluate and modify trails as appropriate s Develop and install signs and interpretive exhibits Evaluate need for restroom, bicycle racks and drinking fountain Related Acquisitions - Acquire In-holding Flood County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $641,000 a Redevelop parking area and paths e Underground utilities • Redevelop playground apparatus area ® Rebuild tennis courts s Relocate picnic facilities away from heritage trees o Evaluate need for night lights f'or ball field and tennis courts - Related Acquisitions None Huddart County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,250,000 Redevelop entrance * Replace/rebuild maintenance shop and service facility a Rep.air/resurface roads 0 Improve water system o Develop new trails to Plileger property and San Francisco Watershed o Designate and/or develop separate bicycle trails o Develop and install interpretive exhibits * Develop parking on Skyline Blvd Related Acquisitions Trail easements from City and County of San Francisco and from Phleger property along Skyline Blvd. and from Huddart Park to Canada Road - 30 Alternative .F`undirW Report PARK UNIT AND PROTECT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST (Excluding Maintenance & Operations and related acquisition costs) Wunderlich County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200,000 • Review and revise Master Plan and resource management plan • Improve/increase parking area • Restore and revegetate the natural resources • Preserve historic buildings • Provide new restrooms Related Acquisitions None Peseadero County Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,920,000 Memorial, Sam McDonald, Heritage Grove • Review and revise Master Plan(s) Peseadero Area • Build new 100+ site campground • Replace/repair old logging bridges • Develop trailhead parking • Renovate Hiker's Hut • Eliminate County Jail and identify compatible use for site Memorial Area * Build new waste water treatment plant • Remodel/rebuild shower buildings and restrooms • Rebuild trail network • Develop new interpretive center Sam McDonaldffleritage Grove - • Improve water system • Repair Towne Cabin • Replace bridge in Heritage Grove • Restore interpretive/historic exhibit telling Sam McDonald's story Related Acquisitions None County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21 000,000 • Prepare and implement a Trails Master Plan based on the adopted County Trail Plan to include multi-use (hiking, equestrian, bicycling) as appropriate. Related Acquisitions (Easements/Leases/Permits) Bay email - • Brisbane Area • San Francisco Airport area • Redwood Shores Area •-Dumbarton Area 31 Alternative Funding Report PARK UNIT AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST (Excluding Maintenance & Operations and related acquisition costs) Bay Area Ridge Trail o Milagra Area © San Francisco Watershed area Cowell Torello area a Phleger area Coast Trail o Mirarnontes Area o Tunitas/Musscl Rock Area Miscellaneous Trails Rights of way for other trails irr County 'Trails Plan as specific locations are identified. County Historic Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $825,000 Sanchez Adobe, Woodside Store, Johnston House, Historic Museun), Aviation Museum o Prepare Master Plan for Sanchez Adobe and restore walls and roof © Conduct Historic Site/Architectural surveys © Install historic markers and information kiosks countywide e Prepare new exhibits for Woodside Store and County Historical Museum I Americans with Disabilities Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $960,000 I ® Facility modifications at all County Parks and Recreation facilities to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Related Acqu.isiti©rzs none I I North Fair Oaks Comiuunity Park - Unincorporated San Mateo Co. . . . . $ 100Y000 o Target Education and Welfare Council, Inc. -- Children's Playground o Install children's play structures and appropriate landscaping: Build new fences and entrance gates Related Acquisitions None. Permit of S.F. Water Department is held by TEWCI (Target Education and Welfare Council, Inc.) 31Ff' hli , Xtl 32 Alternative .Funding Report PARK UNIT AND PROJECT DESCRIPTION ESTIMATED COST (Excluding Maintenance & Operations and related acquisition costs) County Golf Courses The following information was provided b the Parks and Recreation Division f g f p y as a status report on the various potential golf courses. Any golf course built on any of these sites would, be expected to be self-supporting for maintenance and operations. Cowell Torello R.anch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6 • The Ranch has been purchased by a new group of owners. After a series of meetings the new owners have expressed an interest, as did the previous owner, in the establishment of a golf course within a site of some 400 acres. 'Phis project would require changing the County's Local Coastal Program, and a countywide vote to approve those changes and Coastal Commission certification. Souther xrz Watershed Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6 o San Francisco is preparing a master plan for the entire watershed which is expected to be completed in 1995 which will address recreational uses. The County has advised San Francisco of its desire for a golf course to be considered in the Southern Watershed. Reference "Southern Watershed Golf Course Site Constraints Analysis", prepared for San. Mateo County Department of Environmental Management, April 1989. Existing Crystal Springs Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6 • The lease for operation of this course comes up for renewal in 1.995. The County has informed San Francisco, which owns the course, that it is interested in being a bidder in the process which is expected to begin in mid 1994. Currently, Crystal Springs has approximately 40,000 rounds played per year and it is believed that a change in the method of operation ( e.g., reduction of greens fees) might permit that number to be doubled at least. The County is in the process of hiring a consultant to assist in the evaluation of the economics of the County taking over the course. North Wavecrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..$ 6 e There is also the possibility of a public golf course being included within. the North Wavecrest Redevelopment area in the City of Half Moon Bay. The County has indicated an interest and a willingness to consider participation at such time as this project becomes active. Related Acquisitions • Cowell Torrello Ranch —lease or purchase • Southern Watershed site—lease and/or contract • Crystal Springs Golf Course —contract • North Wavecrest—unknown s All development costs for any of the above golf courses would be borne by the concessionaire/developer RAl'1' 33 Alternative Funding,Report Acquisi duo n-Projects Committee members and user groups identified a number of candidates for additions to the County parks systerri. Some of these proposed acquisitions would round out" or protect the integrity of existing parks and open space. Others would connecting Iii-iks between parks or augment the trails network. Some would provide I help define and protect the urban/nn-al boundaries in the County. Some have high natural resource, scenic or recreation values that may be lost to development if not soon brought into a protected ownership. Some projects in this listing are more appropriate for federal,, state, or city ownership but are mentioned because they would enhance recreation values in Sari Mateo County. Committee rrierribers stressed that most users of County parks are urb,-m dwellers, who also use city, state, and national parks. Thus, the County should have some interest in fostering these projects. The Committee understands that any new acquisitions to the County park system will entail continuing costs for maintenance and operations. This Th-Ust be considered in estimating the financial. impacts of acquisition projects, even if the funds for acquisition come from some non-County source. The proposed acquisition projects are listed from North to South in 6 categories with no recommendations on. relative priority. More details on. each project are included in Appendix A. Responsible "Lead Agency" Various agencies are identified as "logical" responsible agencies for implementation, i.e., County of San Mateo, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, State of California, Federal Government and/or a city. Some projects may involve more than one agency. The projects are listed under the agency expected to take the lead role in acquiring and managing the project. Alternatives to "Fee Title" There are alternatives to purchasing the "Fee Title" in order to use a Parcel of land. These alternatives include easements, long-term leases, gifts, land exchanges, charitable rernainder trusts and life estates. All alternatives should be considered when a property is actually being acquired. 34 .Alternative Funding Report Priorities No attempt was made to prioritize the projects. They are listed in a general north to south order. As funding becomes available, priorities will have to be established. Grants It is possible to fund projects with grants which are usually available for very specific purposes. Grant sources could include: CALPAW (California Parks and Wildlife Initiative - June '94 ballot), ISTEA(Intermodal Surface Transportation Enhancement Act), Land and Water Conservation Funds, Coastal Conservancy Funds and Habitat Conservation Funds. Grants may also be available from private sources, including foundations, trusts, corporations and individuals. 35 Alternative Funding Report I ! F Potential Acquisition Projects for County Parks Each potential acquisition ro'ect identified b the Acquisition Sub-committee � P J was y 1. placed in one of six categories. Reference Appendix A for.detailed acquisition project description. 1. County Projects that protect the integrity of e.visting County..Parks San Mateo County should lake the lead agency role and pursue the fallowing projects aggressively A. San Brwio Mountain Park additions �n d t s 1. Juncus Ravine 2. East E!id B. San Pedro Valley Park additiow 1. 1.60 acres inholding 2. Various lots adjacent to north l)oundar .� y C. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve addif lOns 1. Two lots inholdings near access; ramp 2. Pillar Point Marsh and adjacent lands D. Memorial Park additions 1. County schools property 2. East end Wald Forest 3. Stanford/University of California parcel 4. Area east of Blomquist Creek L. Pescadero Creek Park addition 1. Tarwater Creek headwaters area - 11. County Projects that accomplish, one or more of the following c Connect existi.ngparks and/or public lands o Nave high resource, scenic or recreation values e help secure the urban/rural boundary San -Uateo Cozzn.ty may take the lead agency role or may parti.cipate in a joint � effort as appropriate anal./or feasible on the following projects: A. Cowell Torello Area B. Pilau citos Canyon Area C. Bean Hollow Lakes Area No professional cost estimates are available for the potential acquisition projects. The Committee recognizes that the cost,of these acquisitions will be significant if implemented. There was concensus that at least $7,650,000 would h6.needed to purchase the projects in Category I and at least $13,500,000 would be needed to purchase the projects in Category II. These figures do not include annual operations and maintenance costs. 36 Alternative Funding Report A � Potential .Acquisition Projects for Other Agencies y San Mateo County should encourage the acquisition of those projects identified as state, special district, local or federal projects I11. State Park Projects A. McNee Ranch 1. Sunshine Valley Area 2. Tarver Area 3. Montara Area B. Burleigh Murray Area C. Pescadero Marsh 1 . Northern wetlands Area 2. Butano Creek Area D. Pigeon Point Area E. Gazos Creek Area K Cascade Ranch Area G. Ano Nuevo Area IV. Midpen.insula Regional Open. Space District Projects A. Completion of Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve B. Albert Canyon Open Space Preserve C. Completion of El Corte de Madera Open Space Preserve D. Additions to La Ronda Creek Open Space Preserve i y, 1lill Open Space Prese.rve F. Completion of trails from Russian Ridge, Skyline Ridge, and Long Ridge Open Space Preserves to Portola and Castle hock State Parks G. Completion of Bay Trail in. Dumbarton Area 37 Alternative bending Report V. Local Projects A. Sign Hill Area, South San Francisco B. St. Patrick's Seminary Area Menlo Park 1 i C. Mariani Ranch Area, Portola Valley V1. 1 edera.l Projects A. National Wildlife Refuge additions 1. Dumbarton Area and Bair Island Areas B. Golden Crate National Recreation Area additions 1. Phlel;er Property Z 38 Alternative Funding Deport ALTERNATIVE FUNDING SOURCES .......... Through independent research by individual committee members, guest speakers and consultation with County Counsel, the following funding sources have been identified and examined. Tax Based Sources General Obligation Bonds Parcel Tax Charter Arnendn)ent Special/Assessment Districts Regional Park/Open Space Districts Grants Non-Tax Resources Gifts, Donations, and Bequests Friends Groups Grants Revenue Producing Facilities and User Fees Court Related Labor Sources Volunteerism The County Parks and Recreation Division should. make every effort to optimize the use of non-tax resources. However, these sources can not be expected to fill the widening gap between the various needs identified in this report. and funds that can be anticipated from the County General Fund over the next several years. Some recourse to new tax-based sources will be required to meet the total needs. The Committee's final report will include a review and evaluation of these, funding sources and recommendations on any preferred "vehicles" for providing long term consistent funding for the Park and Recreation Division. :0- 39 Alternative .Funding .Report Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT R-94-77 Meeting 94-19 July 7, 1994 AGENDA ITEM Cancellation of July 13 Regular Meeting GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION Cancel your July 13 Regular Meeting. The next Regular Meeting of the Board will be Wednesday, July 27. DISCUSSION As discussed at your June 22 meeting, there is,currently only one agenda item scheduled for discussion at your July 13 meeting. Since this item can be deferred to a future meeting, I recommend that your July 13 Regular Meeting be officially canceled. i Prepared by: Jean H. Fiddes, District Clerk i Contact person: Same as above 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022 1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX:415-691 0485 C# Board of Directors:Pete Siemens,Robert M(Kibbin, le=ena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette I lanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT TO: Board of...Directors FROM: C. Britton, General Manager -DATE: June 29, 1994 SUBJECT: FYI 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 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT June 24, 1994 Ken Fisher Henrik Ibsen Road Woodside, CA 94062 Dear Ken: Thank you for your May 2, 1994 letter to John Escobar regarding the artifacts you have collected in the Skyline area. You apologized for taking so long to respond to John's original letter. Well, now we're even. As you can probably imagine, I'm so busy that people and paper are lining up outside my door. I guess it comes with the territory. I appreciate your continued cooperation and support of the District. Most of us here recognize and greatly appreciate the contributions you have made toward open space preservation. Maybe someday we will have a museum that can adequately display the historic items that the District and others have obtained over the years. In the meantime, the Kings Mountain Store is a good place to exhibit the artifacts you have collected. You are providing a welcome service for the neighborhood. Your enthusiasm, knowledge, and willingness to share are important gifts to the public. Si erely,t L. Britton General Manager Icb/crb/cb 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,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space t June 24, 1994 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT Mr. Harry M. Moore 7 Glen Crescent Mail Service 582 Toowoomba 4352 Australia Dear Mr. Moore: Thank you again for your letter requesting permission to place a memorial plaque on District lands.This request was reviewed by the District's Legislative, Finance, and Public Affairs Committee at its meeting of June 9. After discussion of the District's overall policies and objectives related to memorials and commemorations, the committee decided to revise our policy to add a section addressing recognition of historic sites. The essence of that policy would be that a plaque or monument may be considered for approval by the Board if it is in relation to an existing historic building or other remaining structure. If there is no structure, such as in the case of the plane crash site, then it would more likely be recommended that it be noted on District informational brochures and trail signs,but will ordinarily not be physically marked, except as determined in the extraordinary instances by the Board of Directors on a case-by-case basis. The District will probably not want to encourage the public to visit the site, due to its inaccessibility and the potential for injury to members of the public. In addition, it is likely that people might attempt to remove artifacts from the site if they were encouraged to visit. In any case, once the policy is revised, the District will look at your request as part of our Use & Management Plan,which is the process by which decisions about the preserves are made. If you'd be interested in providing additional information as part of that process, please forward any materials directly to my attention. I'll be sure to,send you a copy of the report and advise you of the results of that public process. Sincerely, Nonette Hanko Chairperson, Legislative, Finance, and Public Affairs Committee NH/mcs cc: 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,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit Open Space 1 MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT June 23, 1994 Mr. Bob Quail Reynolds, Roux, Price, and Casas 5150 El Camino Real, Suite C-21 Los Altos, CA 94022 Dear Bob: I'd like to formallythank you for our recent volunteer work for the Mid peninsula Regional Y Y p Open Space District. The amount of time and effort you provided, and your commitment to open space reservation and the District's programs, is very much appreciated! P P p g , Donations of services such as yours demonstrate the cooperative effort that is necessary if we are to accomplish our goal of securing a continuous greenbelt in this region. Your work helps us in our efforts to protect open space, wildlife and natural habitats, and to enhance the positive experience of visitors to the District's public open space lands. Please accept this photo of the District's Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve as a reminder of some of the beautiful public lands made available by the Open Space District and by supporters such as yourself. Again, thank you for your contributions to help preserve open space in the midpeninsula area. Sincerely, L. Craig Britton General Manager LCB/mcs cc: Board of Directors f 330 Distel Circle Los Altos, California 94022-1404 Phone: 415-691-1200 FAX: 415-691-0485 thuid of UVeoors:Pete Siemens,Robert McKibbin,leena I lensh,m (,inn Babbitt,N nette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Wim de Wit General Matu tyr:I (r.3ig Britton i Claims No. 94-13 Meeting 94-19 Date: July 7, 1994 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6101 135.00 ADT Security Systems, West, Inc. Security System Service 6102 394.69 AT&T Maintenance Service 6103 22.44 Aero Special Delivery, Inc. Document Delivery 6104 59.25 American Welding Supply Field Supplies 6105 216.50 Arne Sign& Decal Co., Inc. District Vehicle Expense 6106 1,200.00 Bonnie G. Bogue Professional Services 6107 697.00 Brian, Kangas Foulk Engineering Services 6108 1,188.69 L. Craig Britton Professional Conference Reimbursements 6109 95.10 California Water Service Company Water Service 6110 95.51 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Field Supplies 6111 252.87 Annette Coleman Reimbursement--Office & Uniform Supplies 6112 6,750.00 Deloitte& Touche Audit Balance and Reimbursables 6113 3,530.58 Design Concepts Design Services for Annual Report, Flyers 6114 40.00 Du-All Safety Training Class 6115 127.95 Dyna-Med Safety & First Aid Supplies 6116 96.00 David Fisher Legal Services 6117 16.24 Gardenland Power Equipment Field Supplies 6118 100.00 Greenbelt Alliance Map Printing 6119 2,347.28 Gould Architects Mt. Umunhum Facility Assessment 6120 78.48 Sharon Hall Photography Photograph Prints 6121 1,296.84 Interstate Traffic Control Signs 6122 893.06 Jeda Publications Office Supplies 6123 320.95 Konica Business Machines Copier Maintenance 6124 87.73 Lab Safety Supply, Inc. Field Supplies 6125 544.83 Lanier Worldwide, Inc. Copier Supplies 6126 447.54 Murray & Murray Legal Services 6127 41.54 National Mailing Services Mailing Services 6128 290.00 National Recreation and Park Assn. Membership 6129 270.41 Pacific Bell Telephone Service 6130 48.00 Parasec Legal Services 6131 3,133.84 PIP Printing Printing Hikes &Walks 6132 221.00 Pitney Bowes, Inc. Annual Maintenance Contracts 6133 279.28 Quick Silver Printing Printing Business Cards 6134 100.00 Regal Dodge, Inc. Vehicle Repairs 6135 2,002.05 Roy's Repair Service Vehicle Repairs 6136 187.28 Russ Enterprises, Inc. Signs 6137 112.73 S & W Equipment Co. Vehicle Supplies 6138 2,893.28 Sandis Humber Jones Consulting Services 6139 18.42 San Jose Mercury News Subscription 6140 91.30 *1 Second Cup Local Business Meeting 6141 212.14 Shell Oil Company Fuel 6142 463.94 Signs of the Times Signs 6143 177.00 Smith Equipment Tractor Parts *1 Urgent check issued on June 28, 1994 Claims No. 94-13 Meeting 94-19 July 7, 1994 REVISED MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT # Amount Name Description 6144 232.85 Malcolm Smith Reimbursement - Private Vehicle 6145 550.00 Ralph Stillman Antenna Installation 6146 203.53 Sunnyvale Electric Electrical Work 6147 682.02 3E Engineering Consulting Services 6148 397.50 TransCom Corporation Radio & Repeater Repair 6149 35.74 Valley Safety Supply Company Field Supplies 6150 540.00 Valley Title Company Preliminary Title Reports 6151 134.92 Value Business Products Office Supplies 6152 211.09 Workingman's Emporium Uniform Supplies 6153 854.90 Bruce Randy Anderson Professional Conference Reimbursement 6154 89.00 Higdon Termite & Pest Control Pest Control 6155 5,000.00 Joe's Rototilling Discing 6156 3,318.37 Ron Labetich Company, Inc. Broker Services-330 Distel Rental 6157 2,772.44 Merwin (Bucky) Mace Consulting Services 6158 1,000.00 Postage by Phone Postage 6159 76.97 Patty Quillin Reimbursement—Photocopying 6160 200.00 Leslie Saul Volunteer& Docent Training 6161 389.36 Petty Cash Local Meeting Expense; Film& Developing; Field & Office Supplies; Docent& Volunteer Supplies; and Private Vehicle Expense I WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ALTIRNATIVES: WHERE SHOULD WE BE? APPENDIX D G`9t%t'k-itvaL • PROTECT AND ENHANCE WATER QUALITY • PROTECT AND ENHANCE ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES • REDUCED RISK OF FIRE: • REDUCED ACCESS AND ACTIVITIES • REDUCED REVENUE PROTECT WATER QUALITY (WITH INCREASED RISK) • PROTECT ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES (WITH INCREASED RISK) • INCREASED RISK OF FIRE: • INCREASED ACCESS AND ACTIVITIES • INCREASED REVENUE • MARK WITH AN "Y" ABOVE I CIRCLE POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES THAT YOU FEEL ARE COMPATIBLE:; SHIFT COIL: \INS IF NECESSARY. ALTERNATIVE A ALTERNATIVE B ALTERNATIVE C WATERSHED MANAGE- MENT ACTIVITIES TO SUPPORT EACH ALTERNATIVE •Following establishment of baseline monitoring. Alternative A requires the (east amount of water quality monitoring due to limited access. • Requires a moderate level of ecological resource monitoring to determine the results of ecological resource enhancement activity. • Requires a significant, but the least of the three alternatives, reduction in the fuel load Idry vegetation) due to limited access. • Requires a moderate number of staff to support ecological resource enhancement. Staff responsibilities focus on ecological resource enhancement and fire management. • Following establishment of baseline monitoring, Alternative B requires a moderate amount of water quality monitoring_. • Requires a moderate level of ecological resource monitoring. • Requires a reduction in the fuel load which is greater than Alternative A due to somewhat greater access in this alternative. • Requires a moderate number of staff to support ecological resource protection and some access. Staff responsibilities torus on implementing water- shed practices to protect water quality and ecological re- sources, and fire management. • Following establishment of baseline monitoring. Alternative C requires the most frequent and intensive water quality. monitor - ing to identify impacts of increased activity and human presence on water quality. • Requires a high level of ecological resource monitoring to determine the impacts of increased access on ecological resources. • Requires the greatest reduction in the fuel load of the three alternatives to support increased access. • Requires the greatest number of staff to support increased access. Staff responsibilities focus on security and policing, fire management. protection of water quality and watershed resources, monitoring, and maintenance. TRAILS Existing Public Trails New Trails • Open to individuals and ,groups without a permit • Not ;flowed • .Vot allowed • Docencstaff led • Permit required • Chartered groups only • Limited group .site • Not allowed • Not allowed • Open to individuals and ,groups without a permit • Addition of new designated improved urban connector trails on the _fringe of the watersheds. Open to individu_ als and groups without a permit. • Open to individuals and groups without 0 permit • Addition of new designated improved urban connector trails on the fringe of the watersheds. Open to individu- als and groups without a permit. • Constntction of new internal trails will he considered. Access to individuals and groups with a permit. • Indrs 'dual access limited to selected existing internal roads with a permit. • Permit required • Chartered groups only • Limited group size • Individual. group access, • Access by permit only • Designated trails only • Limited ,group .size • By permit only • Limited to designated internal roads and trails in certain geographic areas • No ott-trail use • Controlled fishing considered with permit • One center on -each watershed • Docent led actic ities • Day use • Limited overnight use for educational purposes will be considered Individual Access to Existing Internal Roads/Fire Roads Group Access to Existing Internal Roads/Fire Roads Equestrians Mountain Biking A • Individual a.cc.s limited to selected existing internal roads with a permit. • Di)oceni staff led • Permit required • Chartered L'roups only • Limited ,group .size • Individual ,group access • ,Access by permit only • /)e.cienated trails only • Limited ,group size • ,Vot allowed • Not allowed FISHING • Not allowed ENVIRONMENTAL EDUtA- TION CENTER - • Not allowed • One center on each watershed • Docent led activities • Day use only SCIENTIFIC STUDY • By permit only • By permit only • By permit only GOLF COURSES • Retain existing courses • No expansion • No new courses • Retain existing courses • Expansion will be considered • No new courses • Retain existing courses • Expansion will he considered • .Vew courses will he considered GRAZING (Alameda) • AUM's greatly reduced from existing. • Grazing managed to enhance ecological resources while protecting water quality • AUM's m<xferatcly reduced from existing • Grazing managed to balance ecological resource protection and revenue generation while protecting water quality • AL'.i4's remain the same as existing • Grazing managed using recently improved management practices QUARRIES (Alameda) • Mine existing pits deeper • No expansion of existing operations • Accelerate reclamation • Restore quarries for water storage and natural resource enhancement • Mine existing pits deeper • Expand operations south of I- 680 • Accelerate reclamation • Restore quarries for water storage • Mine existing pits deeper • Expand operations south and north of I-6,80 • Accelerate reclamation • Restore quarries for water storage and recreational use NURSERIES (Alameda) • Relocate nurseries • Require greater setbacks from watcrbodies • Remain in current location ACTIVITIES CONSIDERED INCOMPATIBLE: Boating; Campgrounds: Camping; Unauthorized Motorized Vehicles; Water Activities in Existing Reservoirs; Sho(ming Ranges: Hang Gliding; Off -Trail Use; Off -Road Use; Dogs: Removal of Watershed Resources (Plant Materi- als, Firewood, Cultural Resources); Smoking: Littering; Alcohol; and Fires. Hunting shall be allowed for animal control purposes only, by agreement with SFWD. Items in italics represent the existing condition on the watersheds.